Seeds of rare plants : offer no. 27C / Rex D. Pearce.

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MERCHANTVILLE, NEW JERSEY, U.S.A.

PLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING

Seeds and bulbs are forwarded as ready All seeds, but
not actual bulbs or live plants, are postpaid. Safe arrival
is guaranteed. Goods are offered subject to arrival or
harvest. All previous prices are withdrawn.

I try to send out only good seeds, but I cannot control
the conditions under which they are planted. I give no
warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, pro¬
ductiveness, or any other matter of any seeds, bulbs, or
plants I sell, and I will not be responsible for the crop.

Please remit in full with your order, by postal
or express money order, if possible. Personal
checks will be accepted, however, should it not be
convenient to get a money order, but if remittance
is made by check, be sure to add five cents, ( not
5%) to the total sum, this being about our
average cost per check, (not per dollar), for
handling, bank collection charges, etc.

Orders of less than fifty cents are filled at an

actual loss, and I must reserve the right to re¬
fuse such.

REX. D. PEARCE

Merchantviil© New Jersey

CASH ENCLOSURES — If you enclose actual cash, cur¬
rency in any form, with your order sent in by ordinary
mail, it must be at your own risk. I cannot be responsible
for possible losses under such circumstances. Money orders
are cheap, safe, and easily obtained. I suggest their use so
far as possible, in making remittances.

ORDERS FROM ABROAD— I send seeds to all parts of
the world without charge for regular postage, but cus¬
tomers in isolated regions where additional special transit
charges are levied, should remit for these. Customs duties,
(if levied at all, these are usually low on flower seeds), are
payable by the purchaser, usually at his local postoffice.
Remittances with order can readily be made by purchasing
an International Postal Money Order at your own post-
office. I cannot use stamps, or actual currency of other
countries. Please allow for differences in exchange.

This catalog is a descriptive listing of newer garden
materials; new in that many of them have hitherto
been unavailable commercially. Naturally botanists
have known most of them, and garden-connoisseurs
many of them, but they have, nevertheless, not been
generally accessible. In no fair sense should it be
considered a catalog of “novelties,” it is not in¬
tended as such, although I offer, and shall continue
to offer as obtainable, certain new species of horti¬
cultural value as discovered by botanical exploration
expeditions. Neither is it a “bargain” catalog. I
keep my prices always as low as my costs will per¬
mit, allowing a fair margin for my own services, and
for further extensions of service to my customers. I
attempt no price competition with those who may
have lesser standards.

KEY TO LETTERS USED IN DESCRIPTIONS

a — Prefers acid soil,
at — Tolerant of acidity,
b — Suitable for the hardy border,
bt — For background or screen plantings,
c — Of value as a cut flower,
d — Will grow in rather dry soils,
e — Of easy culture for the beginner,
f — Protect with mulching in winter, north,
ft — Lift in autumn, and store in frost-proof place
through winter.

g — Ground cover or carpeting plant,
h — Sow in early spring or late autumn, or if
sown in summer, shade the seed-bed.
ht — Makes a good pot or house plant.

«j — Tree.

k — Sow in early spring.

1 — Needs lime.

It — Tolerant of, or slightly prefers, lime,
m — Likes moist soil. Keep watered,
n — Effective for wild naturalizing,
o — An annual,
ot — A biennial.

p — For pavements, step crevices or walls,
q— Shrub.

r — Of value in rock garden,
s — Prefers shade.

st — Tolerates light shade, but will grow in sun
also.

t — Means nothing alone. Must always be taker)
in combination with letter before it.
u — Bulb or tuber, or of bulb-like habit,
ut — Bulb for forcing or pot culture.

v — Vine.

w— Sow in heat in sunny window, frame or con¬
servatory.

x — Sow in spring or summer, up to August,
y — Sow in late autumn, (November through
February), in open ground or frames, for
spring germination. May usually be sown in
spring also, if stratified or given refrigerator
treatment. See cultural leaflet sent with
seeds for directions.

z — Annuals of course, flower first year, biennials
and most perennials the second season. The
symbol “z” indicates that a longer period is
required. Not used with trees, or other woody

plants.

keep my prices always as low as my costs will per¬
mit, allowing a fair margin for my own services, and
for further extensions of service to my customers. I
attempt no price competition with those who may
have lesser standards.

WHERE NEW SEEDS COME FROM

I list seeds of almost twenty-eight hundred separate var¬
ieties or species. Of these, eight hundred and thirty-one are
of my own gathering, saved at my nursery and trial ground,
or collected elsewhere. Other kinds come from specialist
growers in this country or abroad ; many are saved on
private estates, or from noted collections, as of named
Peonies, Lilacs and the like. Other seeds come from the
more than one hundred professional or amateur botanical
collectors with whom I have contacts in various parts of
the world. Manchuria, China, Japan, India, Palestine,
Anatolia, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, The Canaries,
Alaska, Canada, New Zealand, Tasmania, Western Aus¬
tralia, South America, and almost every European country
and American state, contribute to the supply. I personally
make more than 5000 miles of special botanical and study
trips each season, in the area from the Great Smokies on
the south to the_ Adirondacks on the north. The correspon¬
dence alone, incident to gathering these rare seeds together,
and to tracking down sources of supply for specific rarities,
runs into many thousaads of letters each year.

NUMERALS IN PARENTHESIS indicate season and
duration of bloom, as follows: (1) early spring, (2) late
spring and early summer, (3) summer, (4) late summer and
early autumn, (5) all autumn, (6) late autumn, (7) winter,
(8) tends to be ever-blooming, (9) grown for fruit, form
or foliage, rather than flowers.

NUMERAL FOLLOWING PARENTHESIS indicates nor¬
mal mature height in inches, under good culture. Height
of trees and many shrubs is given in feet.

STAR (*) before variety name, indicates an an¬
nual.

STAR (*) following name indicates a hardy per¬
ennial that will bloom first season if sown early.

HARDY HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS — No
sign is used to show these, but it is to be as¬
sumed that any variety is a hardy perennial un¬
less the key signs, or the description, indicates

otherwise.

When part of the key letter group is enclosed in parenthesis,
an alternative cultural method is indicated.

IRIS DICHOTOMA

Very different from other Irises, with blossoms of ex¬
quisite daintiness, cool translucent lavender, with rich
brown markings. The flowers are carried in tall sprays,
to four feet, slenderly branching, and come in late July
and August, after other Irises are done. Fragrant. Likes
full sun. Seed germinates quickly and strongly, without
special care. It is the one Iris that often blooms the first
year from seed. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 7 5c; 1 oz. $2.50.

*ANODA, the OPALCUP

Anoda lavateroides, the Opalcup, is an annual of easiest
culture, likely to show blossom the first week in June
from April sowings. Then there will be continuous flower¬
ing until hard late freezes in autumn. Here I have counted
as late as November 15th, fifty perfect blossoms open at
once on a single plant. The flowers are shallow chalices,
to three inches across, built of crinkly, lustrous petalage
of just that delightful opaline coloring that lies between
blue and pink; in sun, called pink; in shadow, blue. Big,
bushy plants. Sow any time from April to August. Will
cut. Illustration, page 2. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 60c.

*RAPID CELANDINE

Among the treasures of the Celandine Poppy group, this,
the Rapid Celandine, (Dicranostigma Franchetianum) , is, I
think, the most precious. Quite surely none of them is
easier, none more beautiful or larger flowered, and none can
come into bloom quite as quickly from spring-sown seed.
It is truly the “Rapid” Celandine. Above jagged pinnate
leaves, white marbled on pale green, come slender branching
stems that bear repeated showers of four-petaled blossoms,
crinkled and silken. Week after week the flowers appear,
large indeed for a Celandine Peppy, an inch and a half, and
more, across. Easiest culture, full sun or light shade. 24
inches. Mildly perennial, but best handled as annual. Sow
seeds where plants are to stand. Illustration, page 2. Pkt. 25c.

JAPANESE SILVER VIOLET

A dainty exquisite from mountains of Japan. Blossoms
are pink in effect, but actually it is a netting of rose over
cream. Foliage densities, cleft and re-cleft, gleam as though
over-laid with thin silver-plating. Blooms freely in spring,
and again in late autumn Of fullest hardiness, “h” culture.
The Silver Violet is Viola Sieboldiana. Pkt. 25c.

THE ORIENTAL LARKSPUR

OFFER 1B7 — One pkt. each of seven annuals illustrated
above, for ONE DOLLAR.

* TAHOKA DAISY

Big, splendid daisies of pure blue-lavender, fading to
rose, with golden yellow centers that stay yellow. The
foliage is shredded and fern-like, the flower stems of good
length, and the blossoms carried continuously from mid-
June until late autumn. Wonderful for cutting, or in the
border. Summer heat does not stop its blooming. A winter
annual, and seeds sown in late autumn in open ground,
usually germinate strongly following spring. Seeds sown
in spring will also give a fair stand, unless soil temperatures
happen to be unusually high after sowing, in which case
they may hang fire a bit, coming rather unevenly, but
quite surely in the end. This is the most satisfactory
summer cutting annual introduced in years. Height, 20
inches. Botanically it is Machaeranthera tanacetifolia. Sc*
illustration above. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c; Ya oz. 85c.

A rare and highly distinct annual species from Kurdistan,
botanically Delphinium orientalis. It makes broad bushes
of plants, to a height of 28 inches, long loaded with bloom.
The blossom color is a strikingly rich and unusual shade, of
true Tyrian purple, deep and velvety. It is hard to describe
the precise effect of the plant, but it attracts a vast deal
of attention from trial ground visitors when it is in flovver.
Few connect it with the usual annual Larkspur, to which,
indeed, it is not very closely allied. As with all Larkspurs,
seed germinates best if sown while soil is cool. Pkt. 20c.

THE YELLOW "PINK"

This contradictory name belongs to the one species of
the Hardy Garden Pinks that carries flowers of yellow in¬
stead of the usual roseate tints. The blossoms, a pleasing
shade of clear lemon, are borne in terminal clusters on many
spreading stems, over a period of some two months. It
grows to about 18 inches, and is fully hardy. Botanically it
is Dianthus Knappi. Pkt. 20c.

*CORAL FLOWER

A new annual flower of exquisite, jewel-like daintiness
and vivid colorings. Even the foliage is decorative; spoon¬
shaped leaves of thick, rich succulence. There are many
stems, growing to some thirty inches, and bearing in loose
alternate clusters, litle five-pointed blossom stars of lumin¬
ous pink rosiness. Then come airy, long-hanging capsules,
each like a bead of coral, polished to brilliancy, hundreds
of them on each spire-like stem. The plant is of easiest
culture in full sun. Botanically it is Boerhaavia adscendens.
See illustration, ^age 2. Pkt. 20c.

HOUSE PLANT SURPRISE

Here you are due for delightful amazement. Seeds of
very many different house plants in one great mixture, some
of them decidedly unique. Better separate the fine seeds
from the coarse, since the latter will need deeper covering.
Give them all a fair chance and ample time. Sold only in
extra-size packets at 25c each.

WILD FLOWER BLENDS

Wild Flowers, with a few exceptions, may be grown
rather readily from seed, and this is the most practicable
way of rapidly increasing them. The folder of cultural
instructions sent out with all seed shipments, contains spec¬
ial notes on the handling of Wild Flower seeds, in order
to insure maximum results from them.

The annuals in the blends will make a good showing the
first season, the perennial kinds in after years.

WILD FLOWERS FOR SUN— At least one hundred dif¬
ferent and delightful Wild Flowers are in this blend. Among
them are Wind-flowers, Shootingstar, certain Gentians, Lych¬
nis, Golden and Purple Asters, Monarda, Solidago, Gay
Feather, Datura, Starry Campion, Petalostemon, Buttercup,
Cassia, Columbine, Lepachys, True Black-eyed Susan, Cam-
assia, Lilies, Sundrop, Flowering Cactus, Bellflowers,
Saponaria, Pentstemon hirsutus, .Yucca, Pardanthus, Wild
Rose, Dove Mullein, Tradescantia and many Violets. It
will make a glorious showing from early until late. Ys oz
20c; Ya oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.00; Ya lb. $3.75; 1 lb. $14.00.

WILD FLOWERS FOR SHADE— Woodland Wild Flow¬
ers bloom mostly in early to late spring, a few kinds though
come later. Here we have such dainty beauties as Trillium,
Fairy Bells, Anemone, Anemonella, Violets again, Jack-in-
the-Pulpit, Wild Geranium, Claytonia, Hepatica, Erythro-
nium, Mitchella, Winter-green, Trailing Arbutus, Bear-
berry, Smilacina, Ground Gold, Asarum, Mist Flower, Dasy-
stoma, Mertensia, Wild Sweet William and Polemonium,
with Celandine, Pentstemon, Bloodroot and Wild Bergamot.
Others, many of them, of course. These seed more shyly.
Special large pkg. 20c? Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 65c; 1 oz. $2.00.

WILD FLOWERS FOR MEADOWS— This is made up
for moist meadows, streamsides, marsh borders and other
damp but fairly open places. In it are several Gentians,
many Orchids, Meadow Beauty, Polygala, Sabbatia, Xero-
phyllum, Lythrum, Giant Wool Grass, Lance Leaf Violet,
Purple Gerardia, Xyris, Eupatorium, Sagittaria, Helonias,
Blue-eyed Grass, Mimulus, Vernonia, Pink Asclepias, Lilies,
Iris, Meadow Sweet, Pitcher Plant, Sundew, and the like.
Special large pkg. 20c; Ys oz. 30c; Ya oz. 50c; 1 oz. $1.75.

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THE TREASURE CHEST

A grouping of worthy kinds, old and new,
chosen particularly for those who have difficulty
in selecting from a long list. Please refer,
though, to the GENERAL SEED OFFER, start¬
ing on page 50, if you do not find what you
want here.

ABRONIA LATIFOLIA — *egrdfk(3-5) 4. A trailing suc¬
culent with blossoms of brightest yellow. Fragrance of
heliotrope. Likes sandy soil. Pkt. 15c.

♦ABRONIA UMBELLATA — eogrndx(3-5)5. Clustered
blossoms of gayest rosy pink, from early July until Novem¬
ber, these rising above trailing mats of fat and crispy gray
leaves. Night-fragrant. Stands drought well, and will
flourish in sandy places. For rockery, or for ground cover
on sunny banks and the like. Pkt. 5c; Y\ oz. 25c.
ABYSSINIAN BLUE-TASSEL— *bfk(3)60. Unidentified
plant from western Abyssinia, with “paint-brush” flowers of
blue-lavender. Blooms first year, started early. Pkt. 20c.

ACAENA MICROPHYLLA — ergh(3)8. Foliage carpets,
rose-bronze to blue-gray, studded with crimson-spiked scar¬
let flower-balls. Excellent. Pkt. 15c.

ACACIA, ROSE — See Robinia hispida.

ACANTHUS MOLLIS — ebfk(3)25. Grown chiefly for the
handsome foliage that is said to have suggested the con¬
ventionalized decoration of the capital of the Corinthian
column. Spikes of white to purple flowers. Also an effective
pot plant. Pkt. 5c; Ys oz. 15c.

ACANTHUS SOROSA — htw(3-4)40. Rare Abyssinian spe¬
cies, with large and showy pink flowers. Recommended for
pot-culture, or outside in south. Pkt. 20c.

ACER RUBRUM — jy 120 ft. Scarlet Maple. Flowers of
rich scarlet in earliest spring, followed by drooping clusters
of rose-tinted winged fruits. Flaming scarlet foliage in
autumn. Graceful, hardy. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 30c.

ACHANIA MALVAVISCUS— htw(8)25. Flowers of glow¬
ing scarlet, winter and summer alike. An excellent pot
plant. Pkt. 15c.

ACHILLEA CLAVENNAE— rh(2)8. Tufted, down-sil¬
vered foliage, with loosely clustered white flowers above.
Excellent alpine, not difficult. Pkt. 15c.

ACHILLEA CRIMSON BEAUTY— ecbx(3)2S. Crimson
flower heads. Fern foliage. Pkt. 15c.

ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM — Lawn Yarrow. A grass-
substitute, standing hardest wear, and valued particularly
for dry, sunny places and light soils. The fine fern-like
foliage is rich green during even summer drought. Soon
forms close turf by spreading from roots. Mow like grass,
but set mower a bit higher. Of great hardiness. Suggest
limited test before plunging. Pkt. 10c; Yt oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.
ACHILLEA NANA — erdpx(2)12. Silvery flower-heads
above mounded foliage of green fur. Aromatic flavoring of
Chartreuse. Good pavement plant. Pkt. 10c.

ACHILLEA TOMENTOSA AUREA — erdh(3)8. Brilliant
golden heads. Fine downy leaves. Pkt. 15c.

ACONITUM or MONKSHOOD

While the Aconites are not precisely gay or vivacious,
they have yet the rich, sombre magnificence, the stately
port and bearing, that is needed as an effective backing of
the brighter hues and airier gracefulness of the usual flowers
of the mixed hardy border.

ACONITUM A NTH ORA — rbsty (2)25. Racemes of delight¬
ful, pale yellow flowers. Pyrenees. Pkt. 20c.

ACONITUM FISCHERI — by (4) 72. Panicles of attractive
Dale blue to sky blue flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ACONITUM NAPELLUS CARNEUS— by(3)48. Stately
spikes of showy rose-colored helmets. Pkt. 15c.
ACONITUM SINENSE — by(3)60. Bright blue flower

spikes from each leaf axil. Fine. Pkt. 15c.

ACONITUM VULPARIA — bysty (3) 45. Long spikes of
pretty cream-yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ACONITUM WILSON I — by (4-5)70. Rich deep blue.

Splendid species. Showy. Graceful. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 2B7 — One pkt. each of the Aconites, for 90c.

ACONITUMS MIXED — by. Wonderful blend. Full color
range. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 75c.

NAMES OF FRIENDS. If you have two or three
;arden-loving friends, and care to send me their full
lames and addresses, it will be an appreciated favor
hat I shall try to repay in filling your order.

ACTINOTIS HELIANTHI — Australian Flannel-flower.
Flowers two inches across, the petals seeming to be of
white flannel. Odd, and attractive. Seed said to germinate
slowly. Haven’t tried it yet, myself. Stock I offer came
from New South Wales. Pkt. 20c.

ADENOPHORA or SPIRE-BELL

The Spire-bells are graceful and pretty Campanula cousins
of easiest culture, suited to the border or the large rockery.
ADENOPHORA BULLEYANA — *ebx(3)30. Open bran¬
ches, hung with delightful little bells of delicate china-blue.
Highly distinct. Silvered foliage. Pkt. 20c.
ADENOPHORA LATIFOLIA — *ecbx(3)36. Branching
spires that carry many large purple bells with flaring points.
A handsome species. Pkt. 20c.

ADENOPHORA LILIFOLIA — *ecbx (2-3) 35. Fountains of
loosely swung bell blossoms, daintily perfumed, that may be
anything from china blue to darkest violet. Altogether
charming. Pkt. 15c; tV oz. 30c.

ADENOPHORA MEGALANTHA ALBA — ecbx(3)20. A
rare species from Chinese mountains, free-blooming, with
bells of pure white. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 3B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 60c.
ADENOPHORA BLEND — The four kinds above, and the
five listed in the General Seed Offer, in one big mixture.
Pkt. 15c; TV oz. 35c.

Four-page folder of cultural instructions and general
directions for sowing, will be sent all who order
seeds.

AEONIUM HAWORTHI — ehtw(9)10. Bushy blanches
tipped with succulent, silver-powdered, Sempervivum-like
rosettes. Always attractive. Unusual. Pkt. 20c.
AESCULUS GEORGIANA— qy. 6 ft. Handsome rare
shrub, winter hardy at Boston. Light green digitate foliage;
most showy spikes, of red and yellow flowers in late spring.
Usually blooms third year. Large nut-like seeds, 5 for 20c;
14 for 50c; 30 for $1.00.

AETHIONEMA ARMENUM — erlth(2)4. Crowded, blue-
silvered leaves, with dome-like clusters of exquisite pale
pink blossoms. Pkt. 25c.

AETHIONEMA PULCHELLUM — rblh(2)10. Lebanon

Candytuft. Branching bushlets, with dense clusters of
pure pink flowers above blue-gray leaves. Pkt. 15c.

AGAPANTHUS or AFRICAN LILY

The Nile Lily comes easily from seed, and established
plants will throw hundreds of flowers; clustered and per¬
fumed trumpets in rare shades of blue, amethyst and indigo,
or rarely, enamel white. Agapanthus needs plenty of water.
It may be grown in large pots or tubs, or even directly in
the border. Will winter in a fairly light cellar, ehtmzx(w).
Pkt. 15c; Y% oz. 50c; Y\ oz. 90c.

AGAPANTHUS AFRICANUS MOOREANUS — ebfmk
(htw)18. Dwarf and compact species but with clustered
flowers as large as the largest of African Lilies, and of a
deep rich blue. Almost winter-hardy, standing in the open
with some winter protection, surprisingly far north. Pkt. 25c.

AGAVE AMERICANA — ehtw. Rosettes of thorny-edged,
sword-shaped leaves; these gray-green, but often margined
white or yellow. Eventual flowers, tawny buff. An easy
and satisfactory succulent house plant. Pkt. 20c.

AGAVE BLEND — ehtdw. Magnificent succulent* with
thick pointed leaves and richly colored flower panicles.
Pkt. 20c.

LARGER “GROUP” PACKAGES, each containing
three regular retail packets, all one kind, will be sup¬
plied those who wish to make big sowings, accord¬
ing to following scale: pkt. price 10c, “group” pkg.
25c; pkt. price 15c, “group” pkg. 35c; pkt. price
20c, “group” pkg. 50c; pkt. price 25c, “group” pkg.
60c. When regular pkt. is 5c, the “group” pkg. will
contain four smaller pkts., and will sell for 15c. Re¬
member, all in any one “group” pkg. must be same
variety. No exceptions.

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THE ORNAMENTAL ALLIUMS

For border or rockery, nothing can be more delightful
and unusual, than the bloom from these hardy bulbs and
bulb-like plants. They are easily grown from seeds, flower¬
ing surely the next season, and endviring for years. Many
Alliums are effective for cutting, and many florists are find¬
ing them profitable.

ALLIUM ALBUM — erbch(4)20. Daintily fragrant, clus¬
tered white stars, up-looking. Blooms very late, September,
and on. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM AMMOFHYLLUM— ecrbh(2-4)20. Earliest of
the dome-type Alliums, with big fluffy balls of lavender-opal,
blue-anthered. Meritorious. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

ALLIUM AZUREUM — erbch(2)25. True, clear, azure
blue; no lavender or purple about this. It is pure and
unmatched among the blues of the garden. The starry
flower clusters remain open and lovely for many weeks.
See illustration, page 9. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM FARRERI — erh(2)10. Rich tyrian purple bells,
nodding and pretty. No better rock-garden Allium than
this. Everyone likes it. Pkt. 20c; ]V oz. 75c.

ALLIUM FLAVUM — erbh(3)18. Clustered flower-bells in
oddly explosive form, rich and glossy yellow within, but
tawny buff in reverse. Thread-leaved. Rare species' of
daintiest beauty. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM KARATAVENSE— ecrbh(3)14. This is the strain
usually distributed under the name, but it is not, I fear,
the true species. Nevertheless it is horticulturally good,
sort of an Allium oreophilum in clear rosy lavender. Pkt.
10c; Ys oz. 30c.

ALLIUM MOLY — rzy(2)16. Showy masses of golden
bloom, just at Iris time. Please note that this Allium takes
“y” culture ; also it requires one year longer than other
Alliums to reach blooming size. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM MONTANUM — ercbh(3-4)25. Great flower-clus¬
ters in fluffy, globe-like form, made up of countless blos¬
som-stars. The color range is variably amethystine and
opalescent; from silvered lavender, through mauve and
lilac, to purple and violet. Blooms from early July until
late August; by then Allium senescens will be well under
way, to carry on the succession through September. One
needs both of them. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 60c.

ALLIUM OBLIQUUM — ebh(2)30. “New art” flower
globes of yellow and green. Bizarre. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM ODORUM — ecbh(2)36. Clusters of, often, one
hundred sky-facing, airily placed, white stars, each striped
with lilac in reverse. Sweetly fragrant. Recommended for
border planting, or for cutting. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.
ALLIUM OREOPHILUM — ecrbh(3)16. The Mountain-
lover. Clustered domes of opalescent lilac, to shimmering
purple. An easy, sure and most charming species. Pkt. 15c;
Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 75c.

ALLIUM PULCHELLUM — erbch(3)20. Heads of irregu¬
lar blossoms, like exploding bombs. Carmine to vivid tyrian
purple. Highly visible. Good. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM PYRENAICUM — erh(4)8. A miniature of Allium
oreophilum, just as fine, but built to a smaller scale. Rockery
or edgings. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM RETICULATUM — erh(l)18. Earliest of all.
Lovely clustered bells of silvery rose, in April and May.
Pkt. 20c; oz. 60c.

ALLIUM ROSENBACHIANUM — ecbh(3)4S. A giant
species, carrying great bloom-clusters, lavender with ame¬
thystine lights, on four-foot stems. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM SENESCENS — ecbh(3-4)28. Compared with
Allium montanum, to which it is closely related, this spe¬
cies shows even a greater variability; the big flower
clusters may be anything from pink-tinted white to
deepest violet, but alv/ays they are of spectacular beauty.
The foliage shows often a silvery canescence, and the blos¬
som stems are long. Very good for cutting, or for border
show. Pkt. 10c; Y& oz. 35c.

ALLIUM SPECIOSUM — ecrbh(2-3)30. Great fluffy globes
of pure lavender. Foliage fountains. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM SPHAEROCEPHALUM — ecbh(3)36. Mulberry-
purple florets, from which dark anthers push out until the
whole is a fluffy ball of velvety richness, topping each
slender, swaying stem. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM STELLATUM — erbcdnh(4)20. Stars of glorious
rose pink, with golden anthers, spray out shower-like from
nodding umbels. October. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM STRICTUM — ecbh(2)25. Pretty Japanese alpine,
with flower-clusters, close-packed up-facing bells, that come
close to pure rose. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM VILLARSI — ecbh(2-3)30. Splendid flower globes,
pale lavender to rich purple. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM WINKLERIANUM — erbndh(l-2)20. Profuse
blossoms like giant clovers, silver, lavender and deep lilac.
Showy in mass plantings. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 50c.

OFFER 4B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $3.25.

OFFER 5B7 — One pkt. each of eight representative Alliums,
being Azureum, Farreri, Flavum, Odorum, Pulchellum,
Senescens, Sphaerocephalum and Strictum, for $1.25.

ALLIUM ORNAMENTAL BLEND— eerbh. I make up
this blend myself, and it contains at least a little of all the
Alliums I offer; not very much of some scarce kinds, of
course, and quite a good deal of certain others that seed
more plentifully, but altogether it is a mighty interesting
mixture. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 65c; 1 oz. $2.35.

THE SUCCULENT ALOES

Decorative pot or tub plants of rugged habit and easy
culture. Always attractive.

ALOE BREVIFOLIA — ehtwlS. Thick glaucous leaves with
brown marginal teeth. Clustered showy flowers, deep red
with recurved green tip segments. Pkt. 20c.

ALOE FEROX — chtw. Particularly satisfactory species,
with short, but very thick, triangular leaves, that gradually
build up, one above another diversely, until a true stem
appears. Often they are margined or tinted with purple
smoke, and they have brown marginal teeth. Yellow in¬
florescence. Pkt. 20c.

ALOE STRIATA — ehtw. Thick leaf-spikes, white margined.
Flowers, buff to cinnabar. Pkt. 25c.

ALOE VARIEGATA — ehtw. Triangular serrate leaves,
thick and solid, silver-marbled. Fine red tubular flowers.
Dwarf. Called Tiger Cactus. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 6B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 80c.

ALOE FINEST MIXED — ehtw. Excellent blend of many
decorative species. Pkt. 20c; tV oz. $1.00.

fALONSOA MERIDIONALIS — erbcx(htw) (8) 18. Charm¬
ing, quick and easy, annual, with airy blossoms of loveliest,
richest salmon-pink. Blooms early and late. Garden flower
or pot plant. Pkt. 15c.

ALSINE VERNA — erltx(l-3)6. Myriad sprays of daintiest
white blossoms, carried in breeze-rippled airiness above
mounds of green fur. Months of delight here. Pkt. 20c.

ALSTROEMERIA or LILY OF PERU

Tuberous-rooted plants of the Amaryllis family, with
flowers that are gloriously beautiful, spectacular in the
massed clusters, and interesting in the markings of the in¬
dividual bloom. Hardy to about Washington. Further
north, either grow in cold-frames, or plant deeply and
mulch heavily. The tuberous roots may also be dug in
late autumn and stored in dry sand in cellar over winter.
May be grown in pots, too. Seed needs cold to start it.
Give “y” culture. See illustration, page 45.

ALSTROEMERIA AURANTIACA — uftcbsty(2-3)30. Blos¬
soms of deepest yellow, inner segments brown-spotted.
Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 75c; 1 oz. $2.75.

ALSTROEMERIA CHILENSIS—uftcby (2-3)40. Variable,
in the range from pink to blood red, with orange for full
measure. Pkt. 20c.

ALSTROEMERIA BLEND- uftcbsty(2-3)30. A mixture
of varied species. Glossy yellow, pink, rose, carmine, blood-
red, apricot-orange, and tawny lilac are likely to appear.
Usually inner segments show contrasting markings. Pkt
15c; Ys oz. 50c; Ya oz. 90c; 1 oz. $3.25.

RARE RUMMER-FLOWERING BULBS. See back
of catalog for full descriptive offerings of such
unique garden bulbs as Acidanthera, Gloriosa, Bes-
sera, Chlidanthus, Milla, Crinum and the like.

ALTHEA PALLIDA— ebx (2-3)42. Hungarian Hollyhock.
Many stems branching from base. Large satiny blossoms
in the softer colors, lemon, apricot, pale pink and the like.
Dwarfer and more informal than the regular Hollyhock, just
right for the mixed hardy border. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c»

*ALYSSUM DWARF COMPACT— eox (2-4) 3. This, Alys-
sum minimum, is the very dwarfest of white edgers. Pkt. 10c.

ALYSSUM SERPYLL I FOLIUM — erltx (3)3. Soft yellow
flowers in mid-summer, above spreading mats of silvery
leaves. Evergreen. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

ALYSSUM SPINOSUM — rdlth(2) 14. A woody shrublet,
much-branched, with leathery gray leaves mingled with
spine-like twigs. Racemes of creamy white, or rarely rosy,
flowers in profusion. Pkt. 20c.

*AMARANTHUS TORCH JR. — eobk(9)10. Leaves of
richest crimson. Showy. Valued for edging or bedding
effects, because of its dwarf evenness. Pkt. 10c.

AMARYLLIS

A name applied to divers bulb groups, alike only in being
of most satisfactory beauty in flower. All are worthwhile.

AMARYLLIS BELLADONNA — utw. The sweetly fragrant
flowers are trumpets of purest pink, or deep, rich rose,
carried in great clusters. It makes a delightful pot plant,
blooming year after year. Large bulb-like seeds, almost
sure to grow if planted promptly upon receipt, in some
heat. 10 seeds for 25c; 25 for 50c; 100 for $1.50.

AMARYLLIS FORMOSISSIMA— euftk(w) (1-2) 16. Enor¬
mous fantastic flowers of brilliant, glowing crimson. Blooms
freely in May and June in the garden, and the bulbs may
be stored in winter like Gladiolus. Forces readily. An
attractive cut flower. See illustration, page 9. Seed grows
strongly. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 35c;1 Ys oz. 60c.

AMARYLLIS PRATENSIS — euftk(htw) (6-7) 16. Chilian
bulb, with clustered flower trumpets of most brilliant scar¬
let, with yellow basal feathering. Pkt. 15c.

AMARYLLIS PEERLESS HYBRIDS— uftw. Seeds saved
only from giant-flowered plants in a particularly fine col¬
lection of hybrid Hippeastrums. Should give blooms of
marvelous colorings and markings, including many in the
tinted white and pink range, as well as rose, red and crim¬
son. 15 seeds for 25c; 50 seeds for 75c; 100 for $1.40; 250
for $3.25.

OFFER 7B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 65c.

AM ORPHO PHALLI S MOZAMBIQUANA — utw(7)15.
Calla-like flower-spathes in late winter, deepest velvety
maroon. East African rarity. 5 seeds for 20c.

AMSONIA TABERNAEMONTANA— ebnsth(2)20. Pan¬
icles of steel-blue flowers. For naturalizing at wood edges.
Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 60c.

ANARRHINUM CRASSIFOLIUM— *erbcx(2-3)20. Tall
sprays of myriad baby snapdragons, true blue. Decidedly
effective; fully hardy. Flat ground-rosettes of serrate, dark¬
est green leaves. Pkt. 20c.

ANCHUSA or ALKANET

For easy and ecstatic blues, together with daintinesses in
cream and rose, one must seek the Anchusas. Though
perennially persistent, most of them will flower first season
if sown early.

ANCHUSA AFFINIS — *ebk(8)40. A stately beauty. Many
long racemes unroll, each set with little blossoms of indigo
vividness, center-starred, though, with white. Grows high
on alpine slopes. Hardy. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

ANCHUSA INCARNATA — *ecbx(8)25. Here the flowers
are rose-colored, with lighter border. Pkt. 15c.

ANCHUSA ITALICA DROPMORE — cstbh(8)65. Tall
sprays of purest gentian blue. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

ANCHUSA OCHROLEUCA — *ecrbx(8)30. Rather like
Anchusa affinis in habit and effect, but with blossoms just
the color of rich cream. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 8B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

ANDROSACE CHAMAEJASME— rh(2)6. Fluffed, silvered
rosettes, with clustered creamy blossoms, delicately shaded
with rose. Pkt. 20c.

ANEMONE or WINDFLOWER

Anemones thrive wonderfully in border or rockery, some
kinds in woodlands. The chalice-like blossoms are often
set in soft ruffs of downy green, and after the petals have
fallen, iridescent silken seed tassels will prolong the charm.
Plants bloom in one year. Seed sown in late autumn usually
germinates strongly the following spring. If sown in spring
or summer, it may come fairly quickly, or it may lie dor¬
mant until spring has come again.

ANEMONE DECAPETALA — rsth(l-4)10. Up-standing
chalice blossoms carried well above the foliage, pure rose
with golden stamens. Gives long season of bloom in early
spring, with scattered bounty through summer until early
fall. Sun, or light shade. A winsome flower. Pkt. 20c.

ANEMONE DRUMMONDI — rmh(l)4. Great snowy blos¬
soms, blue-toned in reverse, on three-inch stems. A rarity
of the high Olympics. Pkt. 25c.

ANEMONE OCCIDENTALIS — ry(l)8. Great chalices of
downy white, silky gray seed-plumes. A mountaineer, fol¬
lowing the melting snows. Pkt. 20c.

ANEMONE PATENS NUTTALLI — crnh(l) 16. Pasque
Flower. Lovely blossom cups of opaline lavender, followed
by silken tassels. Particularly good. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

ANEMONE PULSATILLA — crltnh(l-2) 16. Big purple
bell-cups, erect above silky leaves. By the way, both A.
patens and A. pulsatilla will repay pleasurably the digging
in of a bit of lime, old mortar, or plaster about their roots;
with due lightness of touch, of course. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c;
Ya oz. 60c.

ANEMONE PULSATILLA ALBA— crltnh(l) 16. Snowy,
green-ruffed chalices. A dependable delight. Pkt. 15c.
ANEMONE SPHENOPHYLLA — rdlth(2)10. The one
Anemone for hot, dry places, flourishing in full sun, where
the blossoms are translucent white, with blush suffusions.
Will grow also in light shade, the flowers then being full,
rich pink. Tuberous roots. Pkt. 15c. '

ANEMONE SULFUREA — crh(l-2) 18. Pale yellow chal¬
ices. Splendid variety of A. alpina. Pkt. 15c.

ANEMONE VERNAL IS — erh( 1) 7. Pearl-white cups, tas-
selled with gold, and set in ruffs of bronze. Often the re¬
verse of the petals shows opal lights. At its best, a very
lovely thing, and always, as Anemones go, pleasantly easy.
Of course, this means sowing when the soil is cool. Pkt. 25c.
ANEMONE VITIFOLIA — cby(3)36. Great Himalayan
Windflower. Branching, yard-high plants, loaded in summer
with big white blossoms. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 9B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.60.
ANEMONES MIXED — A special blend of seeds of the
ten Anemones listed above, together with the fifteen that
are described in the General Seed Offer, with others ad¬
ditional. Pkt. 10c; ^ oz. 30c; Ys oz. 50c; Y\ oz. 90c.

ANEMONELLA TH ALICTROIDES — rnsty(l-2) 10. Rue
Anemone. Daintiest white or tinted blossoms above “maid¬
enhair fern” foliage. A woodland fairy. Pkt. 15c.
ANIGOZANTHOS MANGLESI— htw(7)24. The Kangaroo-
paw of West Australia. A curiously beautiful house plant.
Iris leaves, then stems covered with red wool to the weird
flower clusters. These are tubes, red below, then green, and
expanding finally into stars. Pkt. 15c.

SPECIAL AVALON ANNUALS

Nine unusual, showy and easy annual flowers, one pkt. of
each, $1.35 worth at separate prices, for ONE DOLLAR in
this special collection. Here they are: Calceolaria scabiosae-
folia, Delphinium orientalis, Proboscidea Blend, Cladanthus,
Parsonsia, Asclepias curassavica, Linaria reticulata, Gazania
and Mirabilis viscosa. Nine gorgeous beauties; look up the
descriptions in the catalog. With these, your garden will
be different from that of your neighbor, and brighter. No
changes can be made. Order as OFFER 10B7.

ANNUAL PUZZLE GARDEN

A blend of seeds of flowers that will bloom first year.
Many really rare and unique kinds are included, along with
those of general standard interest. Surprise your friends
with sorts they do not know. Not less than Ys oz. sold.
Ys oz. 15c; Ya oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

ANODA HASTATA — ebfx(8)70. A perennial Opalcup of
doubtful hardiness north. If, though, the seed is sown
early, it will give a showing of big lavender-pink blossoms
the first fall; in any case it is worth growing just for the
handsofne close pillars of downy foliage. Pkt. 20c.
i;:ANODA LAVATEROIDES — See page 2. Pkt. 15c.

*ANODA TRIANGULARIS — eobx (8) 50. Big flowers of
iridescent lavender, carried on plants attractive in form and
foliage. Particularly good. Pkt. 20c.

*ANODA WRIGHTI— eobnx (3-5)38. Flowers of pure buff,
ringed with rose deep within. Blossoms- are only about half
as large as those of A. lavateroides, but they are carried
profusely, and effect is rather attractive. Pkt. 15c. (

ANOMATHECA — See Lapeyrousia.

ANTHEMIS MONTANA — erbdx(3)14. Cushions of gray
feathers, with white or lilac-tinted daisies above. Pretty.
Pkt. 15c.

ANTHEMIS NOBILIS — gdh. Lawn Chamomile. Ferny
aromatic ground cover, or makes a good long-wearing lawn
for difficult places. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

ANTHERICUM LI LI AGO — cbh(3) 17. St. Bernard’s Lily.
Loose spikes of pure white star-trumpets. Tuberous roots.
Of full hardiness. Pkt. 15c.

ANTHOLYZA AETHIOPICA — euftck(htw) (3)28. Glad-
iolus-like spikes of burnt-orange flowers, purple-shaded.
Garden or forcing. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

Special descriptive catalog of horticultural and allied
books, sent on request.

1

ANTIRRHINUM or SNAPDRAGON

No bouquets needed for Antirrhinum, it will supply its
own; but if you have a rock garden, do not overlook those
delightful little species, A. asarina and A. molle.

ANTIRRHINUM ASARINA— erh(3)8. Pale citron, red-
striped bloom above thick gray foliage. Pkt. 15c.

ANTIRRHINUM MOLLE— erx(3)8. Silvery leaves and
white blossoms, marked yellow and red. Pkt. 20c.

^ANTIRRHINUM LATIFOLIUM — eocbx (3-4)20. Giant
flowers, loosely placed, are carried all summer long. The
colorings range chiefly in the pastel series, cream, lemon,
apricot, buff-pink and the like. Pkt. 20c.

^ANTIRRHINUM MALMAISON — eocbx(S)20.| A splen¬
didly sturdy and free-flowering Snapdragon, with big blos¬
soms of pure, deep silver pink, in compact spikes. Foliage
of dark emerald. Pkt. 20c. ^

^ANTIRRHINUM ST. GEORGE— eocbx(8)20. Here the
flowers show an alluring blend of orange and rose, hard to
describe, but lovely beyond compare. Massive spikes on
plants robustly vigorous, and gale-resistant. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 10B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 75c.

AQUILEGIA or COLUMBINE

For swaying airiness of blossom, for soft tones and subtle
tintings, we must go to Columbine. Mostly the Columbines
are plants of fullest hardiness and forthrightly adaptable.
Neither are they at all difficult from seed, if only we will
,take account of their predilection for cool soil, and sow
in spring or fall ; or if in summer, at least shade the
seed bed.

AQUILEGIA AKITENSIS— erh(2)9. Silvered foliage, with
big flowers just over, soft powder-blue, shading to olive at
tip. Petal-cup is violet below, cream-white above. A de¬
lightfully different miniature. Pkt. 20c.

AQUILEGIA BUERGERIANA — ecbnh(3)30. Nodding
flowers, yellow, shading to chocolate and amaranth. Japan.
Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 35c.

AQUILEGIA CANADENSIS— ecndh(2)36. Old rose and
gold. Wonderful for naturalizing, but worthy any border.
Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c; oz. 60c; 1 oz. $2.00.

AQUILEGIA CLEMATIDEA — ecbh(3)30. A hybrid strain,
selected for size. The blossoms are quite like those of
giant Clematis, but well-spurred. White, with suffusions
and tintings. Pkt. 15c; oz. 35c.

AQUILEGIA FLABELLATA NANA ALBA — erh(2)9.
White star-blossoms, shallow-cupped and up-facing, above
fat clumps of lobed and silvery foliage. Pkt. 25c.
AQUILEGIA JUCUNDA — erh(2) 10. Rich blue blossoms,
centered with waxy white, five-lobed bowls. The flowers
look right up at one, with an air of candid surprise. Each
plant is an even-stemmed bouquet. Pkt. 25c.

AQUILEGIA LAPPONICA— ebh(2)20. Lapland Colum¬
bine. Big short-spurred flowers of pure violet above purple
tinted and silvered foliage. Pkt. 20c.

AQUILEGIA LONGISSIMA — ecbh(3)36. Blossoms of soft
canary, with spurs extended to greater length than with
any other species. Silky, glaucous foliage. Airiest of Colum¬
bines. Rare. See illustration, page 9. Pkt. 35c.

AQUILEGIA LONG-SPURRED, MRS. SCOTT EL¬
LIOTT’S SELECTION— ecbh(3)30. Shades of blue, laven¬
der, mauve, rose, pink, cream, and yellow, with many
charming pastel effects. Big blossoms with long spurs.
Pkt. 10c; J/$ oz. 30c; Ya oz. 50c.

AQUILEGIA PAUCIFLORA — rmh(2). Most attractive red
and yellow blossoms. This rare species loiters along high
mountain streams. Pkt. 20c.

AQUILEGIA PUBESCENS — rh(2)10. A true alpine, with
upright creamy flowers that shade into rosy pink, or even
into purple. Lacy, downy foliage. Pkt. 25c.

AQUILEGIA PYRENAICA — erh(2)12. The blossoms, of
a rich and royal blue, have just that effective golden
tasseling of stamens that all blue flowers need. A dwarfed
and more charming A. alpina. Pkt. 20c; -fV oz. 50c.

AQUILEGIA SUAVEOLENS — ercbh. Large creamy flow¬
ers, stained darkly in reverse. Richly perfumed. Foliage
finely cut. Rare Himalayan species. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 11B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $2.45.

The lovable garden is that which is not too obviously
a garden. To build such a one, the gardener must
co-operate with his plant material in appreciative
understanding of its characteristics and its needs,
rather than attempt simply to show his mastery of it.

ARALIA CORDATA — Udo. A hardy perennial with some
ornamental value, but usually grown as pleasing vegetable.
When the young shoots emerge in spring, they are blanched
in manner of celery. Cutting starts third year. Blanched
shoots are boiled for ten minutes, then chilled and sliced
for salads, or it may have longer cooking, and be served
like asparagus, on toast. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

ARAUJIA SERIFERA — vfk(htw). Interesting and quick
Brazilian vine, with tinted white flowers and silk-plumed
seeds. Pkt. 15c.

ARCTOSTAPHYLOS UVA-URSI — rstatngy(l)6. Bear
Berry. Hardiest of evergreen trailers, making wide-spread¬
ing carpets of dense evergreen leaves. In spring, cherry-
scented pink blossoms; later the plants are loaded with
gleaming ruby berries. No better ground-cover where
suited, but that means good drainage, a soil not too
heavy, and slight acidity. It prefers scattering shade, but
grows in sun when other conditions are right. Pkt. 10c;
Y\ oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.25.

ARCTOTIS or AFRICAN DAISY

Delightful Daisies, mostly of largest size, effective for
garden decoration or for cutting. All may be treated as
annuals by starting early under glass, and transplanting;
but A. calendulacea and A. grandis may be sown directly
in garden.

*ARCTOTIS CALENDULACEA— eork(2) 10. Daisies of
softest yellow, with black centers, are carried profusely
above masses of tomentose foliage. Sow early, while soil
is cool. Pkt. 15c.

ARCTOTIS FOSTERI — *eocbfk(4)25. Big daisies of palest
pink-buff, banded with red and centered with black. Pkt. 20c.

’•ARCTOTIS GRANDIS — eocbx(3-4)28. Blue-eyed African
Daisy. Pearl-white flowers, with lemon-edged blue centers.
Sow late, after soil is warm. Pkt. 5c; Ys oz. 20c.

ARCTOTIS SPECIOSA — *erbfh(3-5) 18. Pleasing apricot,
brilliant tangerine, and bronzed carmine. Will give good
bloom first year if sown early. Pkt. 20c.

ARCTOTIS STAECHADIFOLIA — *erfx(3)10. Grey¬
leaved trailer with pretty claret flowers. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 12B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 70c.

FINDING LISTS

In order to help in making selections of plants for
various purposes, as aquatics, carpeting plants, hardy
bulbs, vines, hardy border perennials, fragrant flow¬
ers, terrarium plants and the like, I have prepared
special classified “Finding Lists.” Look for them at
the end of the general list of offerings.

ARENARIA CAROLINIANA — ernatdh(2)6. Plants like
dwarf tufted Heather, with myriads of delicate white flow¬
ers, on almost invisible stems. Pkt. 15c.

ARENARIA FORMOSA — erx(2)8. A beauty from the
Altai, with rather large flowers of shining white, on branch¬
ing thread-like stems. Pkt. 15c.

ARENARIA MONTANA — rndh(2)5. Mats of grey leaves,
with large white flowers above. A species quite indispen-
able to any real rock garden satisfaction. Likeable and
dependable. Pkt. 15c.

ARGEMONE

Easy annuals that tend to be ever-blooming, and are
attractive and distinctive in foliage as well as in flower.
Highly recommended for dry, sunny positions.

*ARGEMONE GRANDIFLORA — eodbx(3-4)30. Large
poppy-like flowers, in this strain rich yellow. Foliage of
blue-green, with white marblings. Pkt. 10c.

*ARGEMONE INTERMEDIA — eobdx(3)20. Prickly, mar¬
bled leaves. Large pale lemon flowers. Pkt. 10c.

*ARGEMONE NEW DOUBLE HYBRIDS — eodk(8)36.
Great silken blossoms in white, cream, soft yellow and
shades of rose, above blue-toned, holly-spined foliage. A
good percentage of the blossoms will be fully double, others
pleasingly semi-double, or single. Pkt. 20c.

*ARGEMONE PLATYCERAS — ebdx(3)40. Splendid
snowy white flowers with satiny petals. Green and white
spiny foliage. Wonderful effect. Stands drought. Pkt. 10c.

*ARGEMONE PLATYCERAS ROSEA— eodbx(3)40. A
color variant of the above, with silken blossoms of rose
to tyrian purple. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 14B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

*ARGEMONE BLEND — All kinds together. A superb
mixture. Pkt. 10c; Y& oz. 20c.

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ARISAEMA HIMALAYAN BLEND— ubmsty (3)24. Amaz¬
ingly varied and often surprisingly beautiful, Arum Lilies.
Pkt. 10c; Y& oz. 40c.

ARISAEMA TRIPH YLLUM — urnstmy (2)25. Jack-in-the-
Pulpit. Purple-green chocolate-marked spathes, like hooded
Callas, followed by clustered berries, jewel-like and red-
glowing. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 40c.

ARMERIA GIANT HYBRIDS— erbh(2) 18. Large flower
clusters in brilliant pink, rose, coral, violet and purple, all
fine deep tones. Evergreen leaf cushions. This strain par¬
ticularly recommended for size, and for vividness of color¬
ing. Pkt. 25c.

ARTEMESIA FRIGIDA — ecrbdx(9)30. Silvery green
foliage, silky and fern-like. In late summer, arched stems,
strung with creamy flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ARTEMESIA SCHMIDTIANA — crx. Pretty alpine spe¬
cies, with fluffy foliage of snowy whiteness. Japan. Pkt. 15c.

ARUM CRINITUM — ubmsth(2)20. Curious Corsican Arum
Lily, with huge bent flower-spathe, brown with purple
patches. Rare. 6 seeds for 25c.

ARUM DRACUNCULUS — ubmsth(2-3)32. Tall spathes,
emerald without, claret-purple within. Pkt. 15 c.

ASCLEPIAS or BUTTERFLY FLOWER

All these are of easy culture, and all, save the first,
which is annual, are durable and dependable perennials.
They are recommended for the border or for naturalizing.
Excellent for cutting. Sown early, usually bloom first year.

•ASCLEPIAS CURASSAVICA — eocbk(8)30. Butterfly
Flower. An easy garden annual that blooms gloriously
from early July to November. The flower corolla is a
brilliant orange scarlet, the hood, rich golden buff. Almost
as showy are the buds; of a burnished coral. Makes an
excellent pot plant, too. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

ASCLEPIAS INCARNATA ALBA — *ecbmh (3) 40. Clus¬
tered flowers of silvery white. Pkt. 15c.

ASCLEPIAS PULCHRA — ecbmh(3)35. Delightful soft
pink, to rosy crimson. Attracts butterflies. Pkt. 10c; Ya
oz. 40c.

ASCLEPIAS PURPURASCENS — ecbnx(2-3)48. Many
branching stems with terminal flower-cluster, rich rose-pur¬
ple, with white crown. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 35c.

ASCLEPIAS SPECIOSA — ebdh(3)40. Showy, purple flow¬
er clusters above silvered foliage. Pkt. 15c.

ASCLEPIAS TUBEROSA — ecbdh(3)24. Brilliant flower
clusters, varying from sulphur, through gold and flaming
orange, to vivid scarlet. Fine. Pkt. 15c; Ya oz- 75c.

OFFER 15B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 60c.

ASCLEPIAS HARDY BORDER BLEND— The last five
kinds in mixture. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

Please refer to General Seed Offer, for complete list
of seeds available.

THE HARDY ASTERS

The vast race of true hardy perennial Asters is a reser¬
voir from which we may draw for rich autumn reward.

ASTER ANDERSONI — erh(3)6. A beautiful little alpine,
with six-inch stems from tufted foliage, each bearing a
single big blossom of brightest lavender. Pkt. 25c.

ASTER BRACHYTRICHUS— rh(2)10. Enormous many-
rayed lavender blossoms, golden centered, one flower to a
stem. Low foliage mats. Pkt. 25c.

ASTER DWARF HYBRIDS— rh(3-4) 18. Saved from new
named everblooming sorts in white, pink, rose, lavender,
and varied purples. Pkt. 20c.

ASTER FRIKARTI — crbh(3-4)26. Long-rayed lavender
blossoms of immense size, carried on bushy plants. Notwith¬
standing contrary statements, this Aster seeds freely. Of
course, seedlings will not come altogether true, but there
should be fine things among them. Pkt. 20c.

ASTER HYBRIDUS CHARMING— ecbh(6)40. A lovely
Aster of late autumn, undoubtedly a hybrid. The blossoms
are delicate rose-pink, and the plants are so floriferous. and
so diversely branched, that the October effect is of a cloud
of pink. Pkt. 15c.

ASTER HYBRIDUS LUTEUS— ecbh (3) 36. The newly
opened blossoms are pure yellow, this softening with time
to palest cream. The flowers are small and starry, carried
in almost countless numbers. A particularly good thing.
Pkt. 15c; jV oz. 50c.

ASTER MAUVE CUSHION— erdh (6) 9. Rounded cushions
of silvery rose bloom in latest autumn. Pkt. 15c.

ASTER NOVAE-ANGLIAE — ecbh(5)50. New England
Aster. Deepest purple, pink and rose mixed. Pkt. 10c.

ASTER SPECTABILIS — ecrbdh(3)24. Showy Aster.
Lovely deep blue blossoms of largest size. Border, rockery
or will naturalize. Strikingly effective in mass plantings.
Pkt. 10c; oz. 30c.

OFFER 15J4B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.40.

SOUTH AFRICAN THRILLS

The temperate southern part of Africa is possibly
richer in bulb species than is any other single part
of the earth. Included in this wealth of flowering
bulbs are many that are particularly fitted for pot
culture in the window. Some of them will blossom
within a few months after the seeds are sown, most
of them within the year; and then year after year
the same bulbs may be brought into repeated bloom.
I offer one pkt. each of Aristea lucida, Babiana
Blend, Homeria, Lachenalia Mixed, Romulea Blend,
Sparaxis Blend, and Tritonia Blend, $1.30 value
separately, for only ONE DOLLAR in the collection.
Try them for thrills. No changes. Order as OFFER
16B7.

of seeds available.

ASCYRUM HYPERICOIDES — rmstath(3) 12. St. Andrew’s
Cross. Terminal cross-shaped flowers of sparkling yellow.
Attractive. Pkt. 20c.

ASIMINA TRILOBA — zy. Pawpaw. Small tree, hardy in
Massachusetts. Edible fruits, sweet, rich, aromatic. De¬
cidedly ornamental, too. Pkt. 20c.

THE GOLDEN ASPHODEL

Asphodeline luteum is a fully hardy tuberous perennial
of quite spectacular effect when its towering spires of
golden stars are showing. Even the twisted, silver-dusted
foliage rosettes are handsome. Called also “King’s Spear.”
See illustration, page 9. Pkt. 15c; Y$ oz. 40c; Y\ oz- 75c.

* ASTER ANNUAL GIGANTIC

This is, I think, beyond doubt, the largest flowered of
all the annual or China Asters (Callistephus) . The blossoms,
well-grown, may reach a diameter of eight inches. They
are of fullest doubleness, with long and airy, gracefully in¬
terlacing, petals, and the coloring is an exceptionally clear
and pure shell pink. It is long-stemmed, too; a spectacular
cut flower. This is, of course, the variety Los Angeles, the
true superlative of Annual Asters. Pkt. 15c.

* ASTER RED IMPERIAL

Flowers of immense size, single in form, with yellow
centers and long, irregularly waving, petals of rich, true red.
For all practical purposes it is an enormous crimson daisy,
just right for cutting, but actually it is an annual China
Aster (Callistephus); of easiest culture. Surprisingly showy
Pkt. 15c.

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ASTILBE BLEND — cbh. Feathery bloom in white, pink,
salmon, rose, crimson or mauve. Pkt. 15c.

ASTRAGALUS ALOPECUROIDES — ebh(3)24. The
leaves are like long fern fronds; the flowers in rather
cylindrical clusters, are showiest golden yellow. Pkt. 15c.

ASTRANTIA MAJOR — rbnmstx(2)20. Soft pink to deep
rose florets in flattened clusters. Pkt. 15c.

AUBRETIA PEERLESS HYBRIDS — erx (2) 10. Vivid
blending colorings of rose, lilac, purple and crimson in
almost endless variation and profusion. Pkt. 15c.

AUDIBERTIA GRANDIFLORA — cbdfh(2)28. Humming¬
bird Flower. Showy clusters of bright crimson. Pkt. 20c.

THE AZALEA

Azaleas are not difficult to grow from seeds sown in early
spring or late autumn providing one uses the care that any
fine seed requires. S-ow in sand, mixed with leaf mold or
untreated peat. Transplant into soil that is a bit on the
sour side. For other soil notes, see Rhododendron.

AZALEA ARBORESCENS — qah(2). 15 ft. Fragrant

white flowers, pink-tinged. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA CALENDULACEA — qadh(2). 8 ft. Blossoms
of golden orange to orange scarlet. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA CANADENSIS — qah(l)36. Rhodora. Pretty
rose-purple flowers. Of ironclad hardiness. Pkt. 20c.

AZALEA INDICA HYBRIDA— htaw(7) . Large-flowered
pot plant. Varied gorgeous hues. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA KAEMPFERI — qah(l). 3 ft. Torch Azalea.
Flaming orange to scarlet. Partly deciduous. Pkt 15c

AZALEA KURUME HYBRIDS— htaw (7). Floriferous pot
p ant. Almost infinite color variations. Tiny plants will
bloom. Also hardy to Philadelphia. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA MOLLIS— qah(l). 6 ft. Golden Azalea. Soft
yellow to richest orange. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA MUCRONULATA— qah(l). 6 ft. Rose blooms
in April, scarlet leaves in fall. Half evergreen. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA NUDIFLORA — qah(2). 8 ft. Lovely blush to

deep pink. Fragrant. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA OCCIDENTALIS — qah. 5 ft. The flowers are
white, with blush pink tintings and with golden splash on
upper lobe. Fragrant. Late spring. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA POUKHANENSE— qrah(2)36. Spreading shrub,
blossoming when very young. Soft rosy lilac, with purple
splashes above. Fully hardy at Boston. Pkt. 20c.
AZALEA PROCUMBENS — qrstamh(3)6. Delightfully
minute trailing evergreen, with dainty fragrant pink blos¬
soms. Pkt. 20c.

AZALEA SCHLIPPENBACHI — qah(2). 15 ft. Bright

pink. Perfumed. Fine autumn coloring. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA VASEYI — qah(l) . 15 ft. Brightest rose. Very

young plants will bloom. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

AZALEA VISCOSA — qamh(2-3). 10 ft. Fragrant waxen

trumpets, white with blush tinting. Blooms for months.
Young plants, only a few inches high, will flower. Fragrant.
Highly recommended. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 17B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $2.25.

OFFER 18B7 — Representative assortment of Azaleas, , one
pkt. each of Mollis, Kurume, Nudiflora, Schlippenbachi and
Viscosa, for 60c.

AZALEA PEERLESS BLEND — A mixture of the above,
and others. Pkt. 15c; fa oz. 75c.

A garden too closely pulled and pruned, will look
just what it is, a set-piece of monstrous artificiality.
For grace of naturalness, treat your garden to a bit
of conscientious neglect.

BABIANA BLEND — *euthtk(w) (7) 15. Easy, delightful
bulb, quick from seed. Varied blue, mauve, purple, rose,
yellow, cream, etc. Of easiest culture in pots, handled like
Freesia. See illustration, page 12. Pkt. 20c.

BAPTISIA VILLOSA — ebh(2)25. A splendid new Bap-
tisia, with great spikes of golden pea-flo_wers, the showy
clusters bowing over with their own weight. Thrives in
full sun, and any soil that is not too heavy. No lime,
though. Pkt. 20c.

BAPTISIA BLEND — ebnh. Blue, white and yellow in
mixture. For border. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 35c.

BEARBERRY — See Arctostaphylos uva-ursi.

BEFARIA RACEMOSA — qah(2)50. Spreading, starry,
airy blossoms, with long petals and long stamens, are car¬
ried in loose racemes. The coloring is white, with just a
suggestion of pink, becoming, though, quite roseate toward
the center of the flower. Long in bloom. Pkt. 15c.

BEGONIA EVANSIANA — urbfsth(utw) (3-5)20. Winter-
hardy Begonia. An almost frost-proof tuberous species,
fully hardy at Philadelphia, and said to carry over with
protecting of mulching, at Ottawa. A handsome branching
plant, loaded for months with large pink flowers. Give it
some light shade, or an east exposure. Seed is very fine,
so hard to handle, but otherwise plant is easy. Pkt. 20c.

BEGONIA EVERBLOOMING — htw. Freest blooming of
Dot plants. Infinitely varied delicate colorings. Pkt. 15c.
BELAMCANDA CHINENSIS— *ecbdh(3-4)48. Blackberry
Lily Showy orange and crimson blossoms above “iris” fol¬
iage followed by glossy “blackberry” seed clusters, which
may’ be dried for winter bouquets. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c;
i/ oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.25.

BELAMCANDA SP. NEW DWARF — *erdh(3-4) 15.
Dwarf and compact in every way, the close flower-clusters
coming just above the fan-sheaf of leaves. The blossoms
are of most attractive coloring, palest buff-apricot, shot
with splashes of madder red. 6 seeds for 25c.
BELLFLOWER BORDER BLEND — ecbx. A surpriseful
blend of diverse border bell-flowers, — Campanula, Adeno-
phora, Platycodon, Jasione, Phyteuma, Symphiandra and the
like. Pkt. 15c; * oz. 50c.

BERBERIS THUNBERGI — eqk. 6 ft. Japan Barberry.
Excellent hardy hedge or foundation shrub. Thorny, red in
fall bright berries. Pkt. 10c; Yu oz. 40c.

BERBERIS WILSONAE— qk. 6 ft. Flowers of golden
yellow in dense clusters, followed by salmon-red fruits.
Brilliant in autumn. Hardy at Boston. Pkt. 15c.
BETONICA GRANDIFLORA — ecbx(3)20. Flowers in
showy spikes, clear pure purple, are carried on long stems
above rosettes of leathery foliage. Pkt. 15c^

BETULA PAPYRIFERA — jy. 80 ft. Canoe or Paper
Birch Silvery bark. Exquisite spring or twilight effects.
Brilliant yellow in fall. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 30c.

BIDENS DAHLIOIDES — See Cosmos diversifolius.
BLACKBERRY LILY— See Belamcanda.

BLANDFORDIA MARGINATA — utw. Christmas Bells.
Easily handled bulb-like plants for pot culture, with open
clusters of serrated bells on 18-inch stems. The flowers are
the most velvety of rich reds, but broadly yellow-margined
at the mouth of the bell, and carried on a crimson stalk.
From Tasmania. Good. Pkt. 20c.

BLEPHILIA CILIATA — erbnsth (3)24. Pretty terminal
rose-purple heads on many basal branches. Pkt. 15c.

BLEPHILIA HIRSUTA — erbnsth (3) 30. Very like last,
but flower-spikes are pale lavender, and taller. Both spe¬
cies make wide foliage mats from which the flower-stems
rise; both are well worth growing. Pkt. 15c.
BLUEBERRY — See Vaccinium corymbosum.

BOENNINGHAUSENIA ALBIFLORA— ersth(4) 18. White
Rue. A flower must be beautiful to overcome such a name,
and this one is daintily so. Above glaucous foliage, it
carries sprays of snow-white. Farrer called it “fantastically
charming.” Pkt. 25c.

*BOERHAAVIA ADSCENDENS — See Coral Flower,
page 2.

HARDY BORDER BLEND

A mixture of seeds of hardy perennial flowers that are
large enough for the border. Not less than 75 kinds in
this blend. Mostly rather quick and easy, but a few kinds
are slower to germinate, so do not disturb seed-bed too
soon. Special large pkg. 20c.

BORONIA MEGASTIGMA— *eqk (htw) (4)24. Sweetly fra¬
grant flowers, rich maroon, but yellow within, make a most
delightful showing for some three months. Heath-like foliage.
Superb pot or conservatory plant; or will bloom freely in
open border if started early. This comes from Australia.
Pkt. 15c.

BREVOORTIA IDA-MAIA — ufcrzy(l)24. Sensational
green-tipped flowers of crimson satin. Pkt. 15c.

BRODIAEAS FOR THE ROCK GARDEN

Hardy bulbs with pretty waxy flowers in open sprays or
close clusters, on slender stems. Long-lasting. Mostly
they like a bit of shade.

BRODIAEA CAPITATA — ufrzy(l)10. Wild Hyacinth.
Close lavender clusters. Pretty. Pkt. 15c.

BRODIAEA COCCINEA — See Brevoortia Ida-Maia.

BRODIAEA GRANDIFLORA — ufcmrzy (2-3)24. Glossy
purple long-lasting trumpets. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.
BRODIAEA IXIOIDES— See Calliprora.

BRODIAEA LACTEA — ufcrzy(l-2) 18. Open globe clus¬
ters of milk-white blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

BRODIAEA LAXA — uferzy (1-2)20. Ithuriel’s Spear.

Showy clear blue blossoms. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.
BRODIAEA MULTIFLORA— ufcrzy(l-2)20. Tightly clus¬
tered trumpets of rich violet. Rare. Pkt. 20c.
BRODIAEA PULCHELLA — ufrzy (1-2)28. Blossoms of
deep purple-violet in close clusters. Pkt. 15c.

BRODIAEA UNIFLORA — See Triteleia coerulea.
BRODIAEA VOLUBILIS— ufvcrbzy(l-2)42. Great, fra¬
grant, pink blossom-clusters on twining stems. Long last¬
ing cut. Fine. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

OFFER 19B7 — One pkt. each of the ten Brodiaeas, in¬
cluding B. coccinea, B. uniflora and B. ixiodes, for $1.20.
BRODIAEA BLEND — The above, and other fine species,
in mixture. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

Every year I make personally, and by that I mean
with my own hands, about 2000 separate seed sowings
in open ground seed-beds. While these sowings are
primarily for increase of stock at my seed-gardens,
a large number of them are simply to check ger¬
mination habits, purity of strain, or for other study
purposes. I have failures, though vastly more suc¬
cesses. When I fail, I know that it is because *1
have not taken into consideration some factor nec¬
essary for satisfactory handling of the particular
seed. Then I try again in a little different way, and
again and again if need be, until I finally hit the cor¬
rect combination. The next step is to pass along my
observations and conclusions to. my friends and cus¬
tomers, through the letters and numerals that follow
each variety name in my catalog. These key letter
groupings give condensed information that is worth
your having. See page 1 for explanation.

BRUGMANSIA SUAVEOLENS— ehtw. Angel’s Trumpet.
Superb pot or tub plant. Immense pendant trumpets of
waxen, perfumed whiteness. Pkt. 15c.

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CACTUS HARDY BLEND — rbh. Many Cacti are
thoroughly winter-hardy, even into Canada, and they are
most beautiful in flower and fruit, as well as interesting
in form. Fine blend. 15 seeds for 15c; 50 for 40c; 100
for 75c; 1000 for $6.00.

CACTUS ORNAMENTAL BLEND— htw. For pot culture.
Weird and curious stem formations, with richly hued and
varied feathery flowers, followed by “jewel” fruits. Won¬
derfully diverse blend. 35 seeds for 25c; 100 for 60c;
1000 for $4.50.

FOR CACTUS SPECIES AND VARIETIES

please refer to the heading CACTUS in the General
Seed Offer, page 50, also heading OPUNTIA on
page 32. I have fresh seeds available of species of
Ariocarpus, Melocactus, Harrisia, Mammillaria, Cer-
eus, Cephalocereus, Echinopsis, Echinocactus, Car-
negia, Neobesseya, Hamatocactus, Phyllocactus and
the like. There are no more satisfactory house plants
than the Cacti, beautiful in bloom, and intriguing
always in form. Certainly there is no more alluring
collector’s hobby than the growing of them; (and
none more difficult to give up). Cacti are rathei
easy to handle, thriving better, too, in the dry air
of the average house than will most other window
plants.

CALAMINTHA GRANDIFLORA— erx(2)8. A spreading
quick shrublet, giving sheets of splendid violet bloom, with
quite ordinary care. Aromatic. Pkt. 20c.

♦CALANDRINIA GRANDIFLORA — eodx(3-4)28. Two-
inch richest rose blossoms. Succulent foliage. Pkt. 15c.

CALANDRINIA UMBELLATA — ern(3)6. Umbels of
dazzling satin-crimson, above foliage tuffets. Pkt. 15c.

CALCEOLARIA PEERLESS HYBRIDS— htw. Slipper¬
shaped or pouch-like flowers in profuse gayety. Colors vary
from lemon, through gold and brown, to copper and crimson,
often splashed or tigred contrastingly. Pkt. 50c.

CALCEOLARIA RUGOSA — htw. A shrubby type, effective
in conservatories, or in summer border. Unspotted blossoms;
shades of yellow, through brown, to red. Exceedingly free.
Pkt. 25c.

^CALCEOLARIA SCABIOS AEFOLIA — eok(3-4) 16. Gold-
pocket. An easy and cheerful annual Lady-slipper, mantled
all summer with a Midas-wealth of golden blossoms, glossy
and shining. Pkt. 20c.

^CALENDULA STELLATA — eocx(2-3)14. A wild-flower
Calendula, from African shore of the Mediterranean. Pretty
daisy-blossoms, glistening yellow, lemon, deep orange, often
with richer zone. Pkt. 10c.

THE CALLA LILIES

These make splendid house plants, and are rather quick
and easy from seed, except the Black Calla, which belongs
to a related group, and takes somewhat longer to germinate.
All of the others are botanically, Zantedeschias. The
Callas may be grown also for summer garden flowers,
resting them in winter in cellar. See illustration, page 12.

CALLA, THE BLACK AND YELLOW — euftx(htw) 18.

Straw yellow, velvet black at base. Rare. 4 seeds, 25c.

CALLA, THE GOLDEN — euftx(htw)25. Deepest lustrous
yellow. 5 seeds for 20c; 14 for 50c.

CALLA, THE PINK — euftx(htw) 12. Alluring coloring;

palest blush to rose. Rare. 4 seeds for 20c; 11 for SOc.

CALLA, THE SPOTTED — euftx(3)20. Ivory spathe with
crimson base, the leaves white-spotted. 7 seeds for 20c;
18 for 50c.

CALLA, THE WHITE — eftx(htw)18. Waxy white fra¬
grant spathes. Pkt. 20c; special pkg. 50c.

OFER 20B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 90c.

you are trying to select kinds suitable for some
particular use or place, please refer to the classified
“Finding Lists” at the back of the catalog.

CALLIPRORA IXIOIDES SPLENDENS— urczy(l-2) 18.
Clustered blossoms of brpwn-striped salmon gold. Pkt. 20c.
CALLIRHOE HYBRIDS — *eurdx (3-4) 15. Surprising var¬
iations in. color, habit and form. Cup-formed blossoms in
tinted white, pink, rose and wine-crimson. Likes full sun
and good drainage. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

CALLIRHOE INVOLUCRATA — *eugrdx(3-4)8. Wine
Cups. Magnificently showy trailer, loaded profusely fcr
months with big cups of glowing wine-crimson. Heat and
drought only make it bloom more freely. Pkt. 10c- Ys
' oz. SOc; y4 oz. 50c; 1 oz. $2.00.

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OFFER 21B7 — One pkt. each of the seven kinds illustra¬
ted above, for $1.20. Look up the separate descriptions.

CALOCHORTUS or BUTTERFLY TULIP

Blossoms of exquisite beauty in many rare colorings
Called in its various forms, Mariposa Lily. Star Tulip, or
Globe Tulip. Planted in well-drained soil, and given a
winter mulching of litter, seems fully hardy. Delightful
cut flowers.

CALOCHORTUS ALBUS — ufcrstzy ( 1) 18. Fairy Lantern
Translucent pearl-white globes. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS AMABILIS — ufcrstzy(l) 16. Graceful
lantern-sprays of glossy gold. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS CLAVATUS — ufcbzy(2)36. Gigantic
bowls, deep yellow and bronze. Pkt. 20c.

CALOCHORTUS EL DORADO STRAIN — ufcbzy (2)20
Marvelously variable; white, lilac, purple, claret, rose and
pink. Sec illustration, page 19. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 60c.

CALOCHORTUS KENNEDYI — ufcdzy(2) 15. Most bril¬
liant orange scarlet, no qualifications. Give sand and sun.
About rarest species. Pkt. 20c.

CALOCHORTUS MACROCARPUS — ufrzy (2)25. Huge
bowl-flowers, exquisite lavender, striped green in reverse.
Rather hardy. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS M A WE ANUS — ufrstzy(l)8 Downy stars,
white, lavender, or rosy lilac. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS NITIDUS — ucbzy(2)18. Showy shell¬
like blossoms of indigo-blotched cream. Sometimes pale
yellow with lavender over-tone. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 60c.

CALOCHORTUS NUTTALLI — ucbzy(2)18. Cream,
banded purple, but varies to lavender and pink. Exquisite.
Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS SPLENDENS — ufcbzy(2)20. Great
lovely cups of purest lavender. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS VENUSTUS — ufcbzy(2)24. Enormous
flowers, like gay and variable butterflies. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 22B7 — One pkt. each of the above for $1.60.

CALOCHORTUS MIXED— ufzy. Includes all listed here,
with others as desirable. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

CALTHA PALUSTRIS — bnmath (2-8)20. Showy flower-
cups of glossy gold. For hardy border, or meadow natur¬
alizing. Cowslip greens from this. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

CAMASSIA

Hardy bulbs, bearing spikes of large, starry flowers. In
habit and form they appear intermedia j between Scilla
and Eremurus. Handsome, permanent, easy.

CAMASSIA - CUSICKI — eucbnmzy (2)40. Very like an
Eremurus with pale blue flowers. Long spikes. Most hand¬
some. Pkt. 20c.

CAMASSIA FRASERI — eunmzy(2)18. Spikes of light
blue. For meadow naturalizing. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

CAMASSIA LEICHTLINI — eucbmzy(2)48. Each stem
may bear a hundred big blue stars, variably lavender to
indigo. See illustration, page 19. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

CAM ASSIA LEICHTLINI ALBA — The great starry
blossoms are pure white, cream, or even old ivory tinting.
As beautiful as an Eremurus. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

CAMASSIA QUAMASH — eucbnmzy(2)24. Brilliant royal
blue. Particularly showy in mass plantings. Bulbs edible,
very good slow-baked. Recommended for meadow naturaliz¬
ing, or for the border. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 50c; 1 oz. $1.50.

OFFER 23B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 65c.

CAMASSIA BLEND — The above in mixture. Pkt. 10c; 54
oz. 35c; 54 oz. 60c.

NAMES OF FRIENDS — If you have two or three
garden-loving friends, and care to send me their
full names and addresses, it will be an appreciated
favor that I shall try to repay in filling your order.
Each new customer now, means a little longer list
of seed offerings next year.

CAMELLIA JAPONICA BLEND — htw(7). Clear-hued
waxen blossoms; white, salmon, rose or cherry. Emerald
evergreen foliage. Splendid pot or tub plant, thriving in
sunny window in cool room. Sow under frames in spring,
or in heat at any season. It is characteristic of this plant
that not all seed is viable, but usually fair proportion will
grow. Large nut-like seeds. 8 for 20c; 25 for 50c.

CAMPANULA or BELLFLOWER

CAMPYLANTHUS SALSOLOIDES PEN DU LIN A _ ebcx

(htw) (2)25. A rare and beautiful flowering succulent of
comparatively easy culture. Terminal sprays of showy flow¬
ers, lilac-shaded on white. Grows rapidly. Excellent cut
flower. Pkt. 25c.

CANARINA CAMPANULA — eutcw(6-7) 36. A rare treas¬
ure from the Canaries; a particularly handsome pot plant,
or quite hardy outside if protected, from Baltimore south.
Beautiful pendant bells, golden orange with purple flush¬
ings are carried in profusion. Pkt. 20c.

CARNATION CONSERVATORY BLEND — echtw(7) 1§.
Finest long-stemmed, large-flowered greenhouse hybrids. Not
for the garden. Pkt. 35c.

CARNATION FANTASY — htw. Recommended as a pot
plant, or for greenhouse cutting. The flowers, large and
double, are fantastically gay, flaked and splashed with rose,
red or violet on deep yellow or white ground. Compact,
sturdy plants. Tends to be everblooming. Pkt. 30c.

♦CARTHAMUS TINCTORIUS — eobk(3)36. Saf-flower.
Rather pretty blossom-crowns of bright orange florets. Will
dry as straw-flower. Flowers used for silk dyeing. Pkt. 10c.

CARY OPTERIS TANGUTICA — *ecfb(4-5)36. Fluffy clus¬
ters of intense blue-violet, in informal grace. Caryopteris,
either species, may kill to ground north, but it is root-
hardy, and blooms freely on new annual shoots; also first
year from seed if sown early. Pkt. 15c.

Wholly enchanting little rockery plants meet here with
great showy border beauties. All are easy.

CAMPANULA ABIETINA — erx(2)12. Wide stars of violet,
above brilliant green mats. Likes gravelly soil. Pkt. 20c.

CAMPANULA ALLIARAEFOLIA — ecbx(3)36. Leafy
stems, hung with pendant white bells. Handsome. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA BELLARDI — erx(3)8. Green mats, with
a daintiness of dancing bells above, elfish and intriguing.
There will be white, silver blue, lavender, and rarely, even
indigo approachments. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA GLOMERATA — ecrbx(2)20. Closely tiered
flower-heads of richest purple. Fine. Pkt. 15c.
CAMPANULA GLOMERATA ACAULIS — erx(2)8. An
almost stemless form. Blossoms, in close clusters, lavender
to richest purple, are of extreme showiness. Pkt. 20c.

CAMPANULA IMERTINA — ecbx(2-3)25. Many stems,
each hung loosely with a multitude of widely flaring purple
^‘bells. From the Caucasus. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA LASIOCARPA— erx(2)8. Star-bell. No
choicer Campanula than this. Wide-spreading starry bells
of soft mid-blue, each one so large on plant so small that if
inverted, it would often hide completely every vestige of
leaf and stem. Not difficult if given a cool, deep root-run.
Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA LEUTWEINI — ebx(3)25. Exceptionally
robust, with big violet bells. Sometimes semi-double forms
appear. Quite variable. Monocarpic. Pkt. 20c.

CAMPANULA PETIOLATA — erbx(3) 25. Timberline Bell.
An exceptionally vigorous Hare-bell of the general rotundi-
folia section, native to the Colorado Rockies. Clear lavender.
Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA PUNCTATA— ecbx(3)28. Pendant bells of
waxen lilac-pink, purple spotted and downy within. Striking.
No other species quite like it. Rarely white. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA RAPUNCULOIDES — ecbx(3)36. Each
plant a tall branching bouquet of blue to violet bells. Showy,
robust, satisfactory. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA SCHEUCHZERI — erx(3)20. A beautiful

and rare sub-species of C. rotundifolia, exceedingly florifer-
ous. Long in bloom. Thrives in sun or shade. None better
in this section. Pkt. 20c.

CAMPANULA SPECIOSA — ebdltx(3) 12. Stocky spikes
above gray rosettes, loaded with enormous purple “Canter¬
bury Bells.” Magnificent species. Monocarpic. Pkt. 20c.
CAMPANULA THYRSOIDES — erbx(3) 18. Close-packed
erect spikes of soft yellow bells. Unique. Pkt. 15c.
CAMPANULA TRACHELIUM — ebx(3)36. This reminds
one of a healthily hancjsome and vigorous farm lass, at
least in comparison with the figurine daintiness of a Cam¬
panula abietina. Purple bells. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA VIDALI — ebfx(htw) (3)24. Nodding waxy
blossoms of pale cream, deeper at base. Attractive, and
distinct. From the Canaries. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 24B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $2.50.

OFFER 25B7 — Representative assortment of Campanulas;
one pkt. each of Lasiocarpa, Punctata, Thyrsoides, Scheuch-
zeri, Rapunculoides, Glomerata acaulis and Speciosa, for
$1.00

CAMPANULA, ROCKRRY BLEND— erx. A blend of
desirable kinds for*the rockery. Pkt. 15c.

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♦CASSIA CHAMAECRISTA — eondb(3)24. Gold Coin
Flower. Splendidly showy golden flowers maroon dotted,
and sensitive ferny foliage. This is an annual of great
merit. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

CASSIA CORYMBOSA— htw(8). Shower of Gold. Pot
or tub plant. May be plunged in border. Magnificent orna¬
mental. Pkt. 15c.

CATANANCHE COERULEA — *ecbdh(2-3)25. Long-rayed
flowers of deep blue, backed with silvery bracts. Thrives
in dry, sunny places and light soils. Cuts well. For ef¬
fective contrast, plant with Erysimum. Pkt. 15c.

CATANANCHE COERULEA BICOLOR — Pure white
with blue-banded center. Pretty. Pkt. 15c.

VILLOSA — rbsy(3)18. Poppy-cousin from
rich Himalayan woodlands, but will thrive in sun, also, if
not too dry. Handsome rosettes of feathery foliage’ covered
with tawny fur. Then long-stemmed golden flowers, 254
inches across. Rare, and a bit slow in germinating, but
sou ndly hardy. Pkt. 25c.

CELSIA ARCTURUS — rbh(htw) (8)20. Cretan Bears-Tail.

long-stalked clear yellow flowers, with purple anthers
are carried in loose racemes. Somewhat wooly. Hardv with
protection. Pkt. 20c.

CELSIA .CRETICA — ::eotbx (8) 60. Showy flowers of richest
yellow, marked purple, sit closely along tall branching stems.
From Crete. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c; 54 oz. 40c.

CORNFLOWER or ANNUAL CENTAUREA

Quick, easy and thoroughly satisfactory annual flowers
tor either garden decoration or cutting.

♦CENTAUREA CROCODYLIUM — eocbx(3)36. White-
tasseled flowers with radiating pink rays. Good. Pkt 15c

C/AdIU,? JUEILEE GEM - eocx(htw)
(2-3)12. A fully double Cornflower of most vivid blueness.
The plants are surprisingly dwarf and compact, each,
,a solid bouquet, like one close cluster of bloom.
Delightful for edgings, or for bedding. Also makes a good
pot plant. Pkt. 15c.

♦CENTAUREA CYANUS THE RUBY — eocx(2-3)30
Glowing brilliant ruby. Excellent. Pkt 10c '

♦CENTAUREA DILUTA— eocbx (3)45. Blossoms of clear
lilac-pink, each with fluffy white center, are carried in
profusion on oddly branching plants. Good. Pkt 15c
♦CENTAUREA FUSCATI — eocbx (4) 20. Fully double blos¬
soms of rich silky yellow, rather large, and guarded bv
bract-spines. Recommended. Pkt. 25c

o?^IAyTREA MOS.CrHATA PEERLESS BLEND— eocbx
(2-4)36. No more satisfying annual flower for either cutting
or garden decoration, than this. Big blossoms of great
doubleness, delicately musk-fragrant, and with long stems
there will be pure white, pink, rose, lavender and purple
lemon, canary and even those delightful shades and tone<=’!
that lie between yellow and rose. Pkt. 10c- 54 oz 20r-
oz. 30c. /8 ’ M

OFFER 26B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 75c.

CENTAUREA HARDY PERENNIAL BLEND

A splendid mixture of Hardy Centaureas, all of the kinds
listed on following page, and in General Seed Offer with
others. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c; 54 oz. 50c. , ’ *

10 1

EASY HARDY CENTAUREAS

For quick brilliance, no flower ranks higher than Cen-
taurea, but there are so many species, and of such uniformly
high excellence, that to choose among them becomes
perplexity. To help a bit, I have made here a selection of
representative kinds, not too much alike. For many others
just as good, see General Seed Offer.

CENTAUREA ATROPURPUREA — ecbx(8)28. Big rosy-
maroon tassel-blossoms, made up of closely packed quill-shaped
florets, with white-tipped stamens. Unique, and decidedly
decorative. Blooms about two months, starting in late
May, with second season of bloom in September. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA BABYLONICA— ebth(3) 100. Stately many¬
stemmed perennial of full hardiness, each stem set tightly
with many blossoms of fluffy double yellowness. Big downy,
cottony leaves. Striking. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA FRITSCHI — ecbx(8)50. Big tassei-blossoms
of true deep purple-violet all summer long. Rich green pin¬
nate foliage. Most excellent species for the perennial border.
Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA LEUCOPIS — ecbx(8)32. Unique, and rare.
Loosely fluffy double flowers of lavender pink, each set
above over-lapping, magnified bracts that seem to be flakes
of translucent silver. Wonderful cut flower. The buds with
their silvery plating give the effect of another sort of blos¬
som. Indeed, they may be cut in the bud state and dried
as straw-flowers. Pkt. 25c.

CENTAUREA RHENANA — *ecbndx (2)28. Plants of
branching bushiness, of a uniformity that would please the
greatest exponent of regimentation. It is good, nevertheless,
and free, at least in its blooming. Blossoms of lilac, the
fluffy centers paler. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c.

CENTAUREA RUTHENICA — ebh(3)40. Blue-gray foliage
and fluffy blossom-balls of sulphur. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA SPLENDENS — ecbx(2)40. Big double blos¬
soms of royal purple, full-centered and showy, are carried
in profusion on long stems for more than two months.
Decorative foliage. Of great hardiness. Offered with
thorough recommendations. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 30c; *4 oz. 50c.

CHIRONIA BACCIFERA — cry (htw) (8) 14. Very lovely
Gentian-cousin with blossoms of purest, richest pink. Hardi¬
ness undetermined. Excellent pot plant. Pkt. 25c.

CHLOROGALUM POMERIDANUM — ufnmzy(2)50.

Bushy panicles of white blossoms, purple-striped. Makes
a good pot bulb, or is reasonably hardy north in open
ground if given winter mulching. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM

A name with which to conjure beauty, but beauty so
varyingly individual that no one description can picture all.

CHRYSANTHEMUM CINERARIAEFOLIUM — ecbx(2)
25. Graceful white daisies above silvery leaves. Persian
insect powder from its petals. Pkt. 15c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM JAPANESE GIANTS— htw. Seeds
from double giant-flowered named sorts, of the late bloom¬
ing fluffy Japanese Chrysanthemums. Recommended for pot
culture only. Not satisfactory outside in north. Seedlings
do not all come true to doubleness, but all will be beautiful.
Fine strain. Pkt. 25c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM JAPANESE MOUNTAIN — *ecrbx
(5)24. For garden culture. Large single blossoms in
cream, yellow, bronze, pink, rose and crimson. Finest
autumn flower, and best of varied single hardy Chrysanthe¬
mums. Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM KOREANUM — ecbh(5)28. A par¬
ticularly hardy form, cold and drought resistant, and mak¬
ing great mounds of ornamental richly green foliage. In
quite early autumn, tall daisies of largest size, white with
pink tintings, appear. In bloom for many weeks, and lasts
longer than any other kind that I have tried, when cut.
I recommend whole-heartedly this beautiful and satisfactory
Chrysanthemum. Pkt. 20c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM MAWI— *erfx(8) 14. Charming elfin
daisies of deepest pink, above rich emerald ferny foliage.
Very lovely. Blooms early and late. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 28B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 75c.

When it comes to growing things, as elsewhere,
there are those with the genius of failure, as well as
those with the genius of success. Most of us average
between, tolerantly blundering along, learning to
succeed by our failures, ourselves growing as our
plant collections grow.

CENTAUREA STENOLEPIS— ecbx(3)36. Close clusters
of buds, hidden in tangled nests of dainty brown basketry.
Each big blossom is built of many crowded tassel and
fringing ray-florets giving an effect of full and charming
doubleness; in color a soft pink-lilac. Like all Centaureas,
it is delightful as a cut flower, lasting long. Highly decora¬
tive in the border, too. Pkt. 20c; tV oz. 35c.

CENTAUREA STENOPH YLLA— ecbx (4)40. The blos¬
soms are big, unfringed tassels of clear lavender-rose, from
buds that nestle in brown reticulation. The latest of hardy
Corn-flowers in season of bloom. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 27B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.25.

CEPHALARIA RADIATA— ecbx (3) 50. If I could grow
but one Cephalaria, it would be this. Full and rather fluffy
double flowers of softest sunlight yellow, often proliferous.
Pkt. 20c.

CERASTIUM TOMENTOSUM — ergndh(3)10. Starry
white flowers and silvery foliage. Pkt. 10c.

CERATOTHECA TRILOB A— *cbfx (htw) (4) 30. A stately
beauty, with oddly formed downy blossoms, like cornucopiae
with flaring lobes. The color is a clear cool lavender, but
penciled with lines of vivid purple within. Give some winter
protection north, if handled as perennial, but it blossoms
freely first season, and may be treated as an annual. Makes
a good window plant, too. Pkt. 15c.

•CHAENACTIS GLABRISCULA— ocn(2) 16. Gold Pins.

Fringed yellow cushions, thrust with pins. Germinates easily
if sown in latest autumn or early spring. Slow to sprout if
sown late. Pkt. 15c.

CHAMAECYPARIS OBTUSA— jfh. 120 ft. Hinoki Cy¬
press. Extremely variable ornamental evergreen, seed¬
lings showing interesting changs in color and form. Hardy
to New England, with protection. Pkt. 10c; Y^ oz. 30c.

CHELIDONIUM MAJUS — ebdnstx(2)30. Many deep yel¬
low flowers on bushy plants. Fine for naturalizing on
banks, wood edges, etc. Pkt. 10c; 14 oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.00.

CHELIDONIUM MAJUS DOUBLE— ebstx(2-3)24. Airy,

bushy plants, bearing blossoms of pretty golden orange,
effective because of prodigal profusion, over a long period.
Finest of the Great Celandines. Pkt. 15c; Y& oz. 35c.

between, tolerantly blundering along, learning to
succeed by our failures, ourselves growing as our
plant collections grow.

CHRYSOGONUM VIRGINIANUM — ergndatsth(8)6.
Spreading mats of restful green, studded with golden stars
from early June to late November. Sun or shade. Pkt. 25c.

CHRYSOPSIS FALCATA — erdh(3-4) 12. Ground Gold. The
plants are draped in sheer gold for at least two months.
Sun or shade. Pkt. 15c.

CHRYSOPSIS GOSSYPINA — rbdh(5-6)16. Irregular
mounds of cotton-covered foliage all summer. In early
autumn panicled flowering branches appear above, buds
soon opening to golden daisies with many long and narrow
petals. A lovely spendthrift of bloom from early September
to a» late in November as weather will allow. Pkt. 20c.

CINERARIA STAR PEERLESS — htw. For extraordinary
brilliance of coloring, reds and blues so vivid that they
hurt ones eyes, we must turn to Cineraria. There are
softer intermediate colorings too, more pleasing possibly to
many, in range of variation quite surprising. Spreading
panicles of star-shaped blossoms. For pot culture. Pkt. 25c.

CIPURA MARTINICENSIS — uft(htw) (8)20. Rather
Tigridia-like flowers, creamy white, marked with blue-brown
spots at petal base. Good. Pkt. 20c.

♦CLADANTHUS ARABICUS

Gold of Araby. A curious sun-loving annual from the
Arabian desert. Daisies of burnished old gold, tightly
terminate each stem, while from paper-thin closeness be¬
neath them, new rosettes of fern-leafed branches spray out.
Each of these in turn is tipped with a bronze-red bud,
and as this unfolds to flower, another fern-rosette creeps
out radiatingly from below. So it repeats itself, ad in¬
finitum, or at least all summer, to put a slight limitation
on infinity, until each plant is a mound of ferniness, with
flowers like bits of gold strewn through it. Pkt. 15c.

*CLARKIA ELEGANS DOROTHY— eocbx(2-3)25. Frilly
double blossoms of pure deep pink, like loose wreaths of
little roses. Pkt. 15c.

CLAYTONIA VIRGINICA — eurnsth(l-2) 10. Spring
Beauty. Charming blossoms of palest pink, crimson-pen¬
ciled. Naturalizes wonderfully. Pkt. 15c; Yg oz. 60c
(11 1

BABIANA

DODECATHEON

SAUROMATUM

(IN FLOWER ) •

CALLA

CLEMATIS

Clematis is a group of many glories. Mostly, of course,
it is known for flowering climbers of superb beauty, but
it has also quite unvine-like perennials for the hardy bor¬
der, with semi-vines for rock trailing.

CLEMATIS AFOLIATA — by 8 ft. Odd tangles of green
leafless stems, hung with pale yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS ALPINA — evrlty(8)48. A Clematis of ex¬
quisite daintiness of blossom, little spreading bells of clear,
pure light blue, or sometimes white, finished with a satiny
gloss. Very free. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS COLUMBIANA— evltsty(2)8 ft. The blossoms
are spreading, graceful bells, rather large and loose; of a
delightful shade of soft blue-violet. A highly attractive and
showy species of full hardiness. Pkt. 15c; -fa oz. 30c.

CLEMATIS CRISPA — vmaty(3)50. Pretty and fragrant
bells, with thick crispy petals. Crimson-purple without,
downy cream within. Will make a wire fence into a flower-
set wall of green. Particularly effective when trailing down
a rocky bank. Grows naturally in damp soils, but seems
fully adaptable to ordinary dry garden conditions. Easy
enough if sown in late fall. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c.

CLEMATIS DAVIDIANA — cby(4) 4 ft. Dense axillary clus¬
ters of fragrant blue flowers, hyacinth-like. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS GIANT HYBRIDS — vclty. 8 ft. Splendid
large and widely open blossoms in white and shades of
rose, lilac, purple and crimson. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS MONTANA RUBRA- vclty(2-3). 10 ft. Splen¬
did wide-open blossoms of rose pink. Pkt. 20c.

CLEMATIS PATENS — vlty(2) 10 ft. Spectacular six-inch
flowers, lavender to deep blue. A particularly fine species.
Pkt. 25c; Ys oz. 30c.

CLEMATIS SIBIRICA ALBA— vclty ( 1 ) 60. Pendant bells
of snowy whiteness in early spring. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS TANGUTICA — vclty (2-3). 10 ft. Big blos¬

soms of brilliant yellow. Excellent. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS TEXENSIS — vclty(3). 8 ft. Flowers like
painted urns, brilliant red without, buff-pink within. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS VITICELLA — vcltfy(2-3). 20 ft. Quick
climber, loaded with starry blossoms of blue, lavender or
rosy lilac. Exceedingly floriferous. Pkt. 10c.

OFFER 29B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.10.

CLERODENDRON TRICHOTOMUM— qh 10 ft. Flowers
in immense panicles, like white Phlox divaricata. but more
starry. Rose-purple bracts that later become crimson, con¬
trasting with the peacock-blue berries. Blooms in August
and September. Carnation fragrance. Hardy at Philadelphia,
but may need shelter north. Pkt. 15c; Ya oz. 50c.

CLIANTHUS PUNICEUS — htw(7). Pot plant climber
with long racemes of rich crimson. Pkt. 20c.
CLINTONIA ANDREWSIANA — rnmatsty (2-3)24. Bur¬
nished rosettes, crimson “lilies” above, then glossy, long-
hanging purple berries. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 60c.

CLIVIA MINIATA — htw. Showy clusters of rich “burnt
orange” flowers. Long in bloom. Big bulb-like seeds.
Each 15c; 3 for 40c; 9 for $1.00.

CLEOME

Easy annuals of cheerful beauty. Valued for decorative
effects, or for lighting up a shrubbery back-ground. Seed
comes quickly if sown while soil is cool.

*CLEOME SPINOSA GIGANTEA — eobk(8)50. This is
the spectacular giant Spider-flower so often seen in parks.
Rosy-pink. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 30c.

♦AFRICAN CLEOME — (Gynandropsis pentaphylla) — eobk
(8)50. Practically this is a giant-flowered, highly vigorous
white Cleome. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 30c.

♦CLEOME SERRULATA — eocbk(8)50. A species rather
new to gardens, that I personally prefer to Cleome spinosa.
The coloring is the same rosy pink, the flower-scheme is
much the same, but the florets are more closely clustered,
so that the effect, with no loss of airiness, is one of greater
grace and charm. Makes a good cut flower. Pkt. 15c; Ys
oz. 30c.

♦CLEOME LUTEA — eonx(2-3)25. Airy, spidery, terminal
flower-clusters of rich yellow. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 30B7 — One pkt. each of the above, for 50c.

If we fear mark of soil, the freedom of gardening
can not be ours. Earth is tonic; without it we be¬
come didactic, dogmatic, walled in by reasonless
rules; with it comes a certain tolerance, a falling
away of boundaries, spiritual and physical. As with
Antaeus of old, by touch of earth is our strength
renewed.

CODONOPSIS CLEMATIDEA — *urx(utw) (8)6. Delight¬
ful tuberous-rooted trailer, with drooping white bells, veined
with brightest peacock blue. Within, the bells are zoned
with purple and blue, above a basal blotch of black and
buff. Needs mulching in winter, or roots may be stored in
sand in cellar. Also makes good pot plant. Pkt. 15c.

CODONOPSIS LAN CEO LATA — *erbufx (3)25. Gracefully
spreading plants that carry pretty bells, semi-pendant, of
soft lilac, violet within. Pkt. 15c.

COLCHICUM AUTUMNALE — urhtzy(4) 10. Cup-shaped
lavender or purple bloom, in autumn, after, long after,
the foliage has ripened. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 40c.
COLCHICUM LUTEUM — urzy(l)6. Flowers like stars of
solid gold. Rare. Kashmir. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 60c.

COLCHICUM SPECIOSUM — urzy(4)8. Giant white-
throated flowers, rose to crimson-purple. Pkt. 20c.

THE DECORATIVE COLEUS

For rich and brilliant foliage, no plant excels Coleus.
The new Abyssinian species are desired for unusual bloom
effects.

COLEUS AUTRANI — *erbx(htw). Splendid species from
western Abyssinia. Decorative foliage, and attractive pink
flowers in spike formation. Pot plant, or summer rockery.
Full sun. New and rare. Pkt. 25c.

COLEUS PURPLE SPIKE — Another rare Abyssinian, not
yet botanically identified. Valued for the long, spike-like
inflorescence, a deep and velvety royal purple. May be kept
as a stocky pot plant by pinching back, but plunged in
summer border, will reach 4 ft. Pkt. 25c.

COLEUS RAINBOW BLEND— A large-leaf strain, with
foliage in varied and striking combinations of white, yellow,
copper, red and maroon. No two seedlings will be just
alike. Showy and easy pot plant, or valued for summer
border effects. Leaves usually frilled and undulate. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 31B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 65c.

SKY-FLOWERS HERE

All are easily grown from seed, which germinates surely
and strongly. All bloom quickly.

COM MELINA COELESTIS — *euftb(8)28. Sky Flowers..
Tumbled masses of intensely, vividly, blue blossoms, the
color of the deep summer sky. Store tuberous roots like
Dahlias. See illustration, page 9. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

COMMELINA COELESTIS WHITE PANSY— *euftbx(8)
25. Enamel-white blossoms. Bush Pansy effect. Pkt. 15c.
COMMELINA NUDIFLORA — *erb(htw) (8) 10. Called
Blue Butterfly, and the name seems very applicable to the
great wavy-winged blossoms; but not all the flowers are
azure, some will be delicate orchid-rose. A half-trailer for
the garden, the rockery, the porch box, window box or
hanging basket. Pkt. 15c.

♦COMMELINA SIKKIMENSIS— eobk(8)25. Blossoms of
richest, most brilliant, blue-indigo, all summer long. Of
easiest culture. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 32B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

]

♦COLLOMIA COCCINEA — eobnx(3)18. Little flowers of
an oddly buff-tinged scarlet in bright clusters. A likeable
plant. May be naturalized. Pkt. 5c; *4 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 50c.

CONVOLVULUS SC AMMONIA — *evgfk(8) 72. Charming
and distinctive Morning-glory from Asia Minor. Wide,
campanulate blossoms cf pink, a richly deep shade. Usually
treated as a quick annual, although it is perennial with
care. May be trained as a vine, or grown as a rambling,
trailing carpeter, particularly effective on a dry bank. In
bloom for months. Pkt. 15c; *4 oz. 35c.

COOPERIA PEDUNCULATA — euftrbx(8) 16. Rain Lily.
Large, pink-tinged, white blossoms after each shower. High¬
ly perfumed. Exquisite. Handle like Gladiolus. See illus¬
tration, page 9. Pkt. 15c; z/s oz. 60c.

*CORAL FLOWER— See page 2. Pkt. 20c.

COREOPSIS

It is hard to bring out in brief description the actual
differences in the various Coreopsis species, but when one
sees them, the distinctions bcome highly apparent.

COREOPSIS AURICULATA — ecrbstz(2-3)24. Deepest

golden-orange daisies above downy rosettes. Preferable to
C. lanceolata. Does not spread. Pkt. 15c.

COREOPSIS BIGELOVI — *ernbdx (2) 16. Gold-yellow
blossoms with orange centers, spring, each <-m its own
slender stem, from tufts of succulent foliage. Pkt. 10c.

COREOPSIS LANCEOLATA— *ecbnx(3-4)30. Bright yel¬
low. Recommended for naturalizing. Broadcast it freely.
Pkt. 5c; % oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c; J4 lb. $1.50.

COREOPSIS ROSEA — ernmx(8)8. Soft rose daisies in
utmost profusion. Ferny leaves. Good. Pkt. 15c.
COREOPSIS VERTICILLATA— ecrbx (2-4)24. Delightful
fern-like tinted foliage. Bright yellow blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 33B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 50c.
COREOPSIS BLEND — The above, and others, in mixture.
All hardy, easy perennials. Surprises. Pkt. 10c.

CORNUS FLORIDA — jy(l) 35 ft. Flowering Dogwood.
White, rarely pink. Most showy tree of spring. Hardy.
Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

CORNUS KOUSA — jy(2)20. Japan Dogwood. Big creamy
bloom. Follows C. florida. Pkt. 15c; x/e, oz. 35c.

CORNUS MAS — qy(l) 10 ft. Clustered yellow flowers, fol¬
lowed by showy scarlet “cherries.” Fruit used for jelly,
or to flavor cider. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 25c.

CORNUS NUTTALLI — jy ( 1 ) 80 ft. Roseate white. Most
beautiful, but not safe north of Philadelphia. Pkt. 15c.

CORYDALIS

Pretty little cousins of Bleeding Heart, dainty in flower
and foliage. With them, a wider knowledge means a wider
welcome.

CORYDALIS CHEILANTHIFOLIA — ermsty(2-3) 10. Par¬
ticularly rich fern foliage, with pretty yellow bloom. Pkt.
15c; Y& oz. 50c.

CORYDALIS LUTEA — erh(8)10. Fine lacy greenery. Airy
golden blossom sprays. Pkt. 15c.

♦CORYDALIS SEMPERVIRENS ROSEA— eorbndx (2-4)
25. Blue-gray foliage, with myriads of airy blossoms, pure
pink, tipped gold. Good. Pkt. 15c.

CORYDALIS TUBEROSA — ursth(l)10. Profuse sprays of
dainty purple, above “fern” leaves. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 34B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

COSMOS DIVERSIFOLIUS NIGRA — *euftcbx (3-4)28.
Black Cosmos. Flowers darkest, velvety, black-maroon.
Tuberous roots. Treat like Dahlia. Pkt. 15c.

COSMOS DIVERSIFOLIUS MIXED— Gallitos. Just like
above, but pink and rose, as well as maroon. Tuberous
roots. Good. Pkt. 15c.

COTONEASTER ZABELLI— qby. 6 ft. Pink flowers in
May; in autumn, golden leaves and weighted red berries,
these brilliant and long-hanging. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 35c.

COTYLEDON FARINOSA — htw. Dense succulent rosettes,
glaucous and powder-dusted, or sometimes red-tinged. Above
come crosier-sprays of creamy flowers. Pkt. 15c.
COTYLEDON ORBICULATA — htw. Fat, silver-dusted
leaves. Showy red bloom-panicles. Pkt. 15c.

CRAPE MYRTLE — See Lagerstroemia indica.
CRATAEGUS PINNATIFIDA— qjy 15 ft. Corymbs of
showy white blossoms in June. Then rather large and orna-
mental red fruits, edible, and valued for preserves. Pkt. 15c.

REMEMBER, always two places to look, two dis¬
tinct alphabetic listings, in The Treasure Chest,
starting page 2, and in General Seed Offer in back.
The kind you want may be in either series. Try both.

THE CROCUS

For naturalizing in grass, the Crocus is possibly the pret¬
tiest and most satisfactory of bulbs, but it has its place,
too, in the rockery.

CROCUS IMPERATI — urzy(l)5. Sweet-scented purple
blossoms at earliest suggestion of spring. Pkt. 25c.

CROCUS SPRING FLOWERING BLEND — urnzy(l)6.
Offered for thoe who want to produce new seedling sorts.
Pkt. 20c.

CROCUS SUSIANUS — urnzy(l)6. Golden star-cups, brown-
feathered. Illustration, page 1 9. Pkt. 20c.

CROCUS TOMMASINIANUS — urnzy ( 1) 6. Pretty blos¬
soms of pale red-violet. Very early. Pkt. 25c.

CROCUS ZONATUS — urnzy(4)6. Particularly fine autumn-
blooming species, with soft lavender cups, zoned orange
within. It is always in good demand, and it may be satis¬
factorily propagated in quantity by making seed-sowings in
open-ground beds late in autum. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 60c;
1 oz. $2.00.

OFFER 35B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 75c.

WINTER SOWINGS. All winter long, or at least
any time that the ground thaws, open ground or cold
frame sowings may be made of kinds of seeds marked
with key letter “y.” I sow outside every month in
the year.

♦CROTALARIA RETUSA — eobk(4)20. Golden Pea. Pleas¬
ing flowers, pale gold, marked cinnabar. Pkt. 10c.

*CUCUMIS METULIFERUS— Rare South African relative
of the Cucumber, bearing heat and drought particularly
well. Curiously formed fruits, with a refreshing hint of acid
in the flavor. Pkt. 15c.

CUPHEA IGNEA — htw(8)12. Cigar Flower. Russet
orange tubes, white tipped. Pkt. 20c.

♦CUPHEA MINIATA — eobk(3-4)20. Bright and attra:tive
free-blooming annual, with spidery flowers that may be
lively vermilion or velvety black-purple. Pkt. 15c.

CUTHBERTIA GRAMINEA — erh(2-3)9. Grassy tufts,
with daily-renewed bouquets of pretty rose-pink close above.
A cousin of Tradescantia. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

CYANANTHUS LOB AT US — rstx(3-4)6. Feathery branch**
tipped with periwinkle-blue blossoms. Pkt 15c.

CYCLAMEN INDICUM ROCOCCO— uthtw(7) 12. Gigantic
frilled and fringed blossoms in rare colorings, like great
butterflies. For indoor culture. Pkt. 35c.

CYCLAMEN EUROPAEUM— urltsth (4) 6. Perfumed crim¬
son blossoms above marbled leaves. Hardy. Pkt. 25c.

CYCLAMEN NEAPOLITANUM — urltsth(4)8. Varies
from white, through rose, to red. Fragrant. Hardy. Pkt. 25c.

CYCLAMEN REPANDUM— Vivid carmine. Hardy. Pk. 25c.

CYCLAMEN HARDY BLEND— urltsth. Fine mixture of
many hardy species. Excellent variety. Pkt. 25c.

CYNANCHUM ACUMINATIFOLIUM — ebh(3)28. Mos¬
quito Plant. Attractive clusters of white flowers, above
silvery leaves. Said to trap mosquitos. Pkt. 20c.

CYNOGLOSSUM GRANDE — erbst(l)20. Flowers of
clearest blue, with pure white ring. Handsome. Pkt. 25c.

CYNOGLOSSUM NERVOSUM — rbh(2)25. Flowers of
brilliant forget-me-not blue, above always handsome foliage.
Seems to be fully hardy, and perennial. Pkt. 15c.

CYPELLA HERBERTI — euftbx(3-4)20. Lovely Tigridia-
like blossoms, tan, old gold and brown. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.

CYPELLA PLUMBEA — euftbx(3-4)30. Steel-blue flowers,
buff-marked, above plaited leaves. Pkt. 20c

CYPHOMANDRA BETACEA — ehtw72. Tree Tomato.
Little pink fragrant flowers. Then aromatic, edible fruits,
like brown eggs. A fruit of the Incas. Pkt. 20c.

CYTISUS HIRSUTUS — ery(2-3)20. Rare dwarf Broom,
widespreading and overflowing with golden bloom. Pkt. 20c.

CYTISUS HYBRIDS — ebny(2)5Q. Scottish Broom.

Bright green whip-like stems, lined with bloom in cream,
bronze and crimson-and-gold. Pkt. 15c; *4 oz. 40c.
DAPHNE GENKWA — qfh(l-2)30. Loosely clustered, sweet-
scented flowers of clearest deep lavender. Brown velvet
bark. Excellent Chinese species. Pkt. 20c.

DAPHNE MEZEREUM — qrmby(l)25. Lilac-rose flowers

with carnation fragrance. Quite variable. Hardy. Bright
scarlet fruits. Good shrub. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 25c.
DARLINGTONIA CALIFORNICA — namh(htw) (3)20.
Twisted hooded pitchers with translucent windows. Odd
inverted flower formations, buff-brown, red-veined. Car¬
nivorous. Ornamental bog or pool edge plant, hardy to
Vermont; often grown as indoor pot plant also. Pkt. 20c;
^ oz. 75c.

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DATURA WRIGHTI — *bx(3-4)25. A splendid species.
Giant up-facing trumpets of delicately shaded lavender,
sweetly scented. Whole plant is silvered with down. Us¬
ually grown as an annual, but actually it is a perennial,
hardy enough to stand through rather severe winters, at
least as far up as north Jersey. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 20c.

DAVIDIA INVOLUCRATA— jy. 60 ft. Dove Tree. Rare
and most handsome hardy tree. Showy flower-bracts of
creamy white, resembling resting doves. Large nut-like
seeds, a bit slow to start. Have patience. Each 35c; 3 for $1.

DECODON VERTICILLATUS— cbnmh(3-4) 60. Spectacu¬
larly showy when the arching stems are loaded with suc¬
cessive whorls of brilliant lilac-rose blossoms, airily long-
stamened. For border, if kept watered, or by streamside.
Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

DELPHINIUM

No need to garland this. By now all should know the
infinite possibilities for beauty in it.

DELPHINIUM CARDINALE — bfh(3)36. Glorious scarlet.
Helmet-shaped blossoms. Gwe full sun. Pkt. 15c.

♦DELPHINIUM CARDIOPETALUM — eorbx(3)16. A
little beauty. Violet-blue flowers, green-tipped, and with
exceedingly long up-curved spurs, are arranged symmetrically
in loose graceful spikes. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM FRAGRANT HYBRIDS — *ecbh(3-4)50.
Seeds saved only from plants of excellent form and habit,
with fully double flowers averaging not less than three
inches in diameter, mostly light blue or lavender, with pink
shadings. The fragrance is that of the almond, strongest
at night. Naturally some variation as to both form and de¬
gree of fragrance must be expected. Pkt. 30c.

DELPHINIUM GIANT WHITE HYBRIDS— *ecbh(3-4)
72. Seeds saved from plants of unusual height, with frilly
double flowers, varying from cream to purest waxen white¬
ness. One must not expect, though, that every seedling will
be double, and white, but a goodly percentage should come
true, and all should be worthy. Pkt. 30c; tW oz. 75c.
DELPHINIUM HANSENI — ecbh(3)48. Flowers, carried
usually in rather dense spikes, may be pale blue, lavender,
lilac-pink or white. Good. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM MAACKIANUM — *ecbh(2-4)40. Big blos¬
soms in good spikes. Color variable, pale blue, deep indigo,
opalescent lavender, deep violet, but always with black bee,
and always pleasing. Recommended. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM NUDICAULE — rbdsth(2)30. Extraordi¬
narily long spurred blossoms .shading from buff, through
orange, to scarlet. Pkt. 15c.

♦DELPHINIUM ORIENTALIS — eor(2)28. Dainty annual

Larkspur of unusual Tyrian purple. Pkt. 20c.

DELPHINIUM PARRYI — rbdh(2)30. Large flowers of
blue-purple, marked pink and green. Foot-long spikes.
Very good. Pkt. 20c.

DELPHINIUM PENARDI — crbh(2-3)30. Silvery white
flowers, olive-marked. Gray foliage. Pkt. 20c.
DELPHINIUM PYLZOWI — crbh(2-3)20. Oddly symmet¬
rical flowers of large size, carried in loose spikes. Deep,
pure indigo, with black and yellow bee. Pkt. 15c.
DELPHINIUM SIBIRICUM — *ercbx(2)30. Irregular
flowers of superb beauty, vivid indigo, with rose-purple spot
on each petal-tip. Blossoms like airy butterflies on the
open, branching plants. Blooms through drought. Possibly
but a more robust race of Delphinium sinense. Pkt. 20c.

DELPHINIUM TATSIENSE — *erh(2-4)18. Airy, loosely
bushy plants, bearing great blossoms of brilliant blue. Long
blooming. Fine. Pkt. 20c.

DELPHINIUM TIROLENSE — ecbh(3-4)30. Big purple
flowers, bee-centered, with blue-violet reverse. Close, branch¬
ing spike. Good. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM VESTITUM — cbh(3)60. The Himalayan
Delphinium. Great spires of rich violet blossoms, each with
a. white eye. Excellent. Pkt. 20c.

DELPHINIUM ZALIL — cbdh(3)48. Long racemes of bril¬
liant pure yellow. Showy. Slow germinating. Pkt. 20c.

DELPHINIUM AVALON BLEND — *ecbh(3)50. A mag¬
nificent blend of all that is finest in Giant Hybrid Delphin¬
iums. Includes the Hollyhock strain, the snowy Iceberg,
the Himalayan vestitum, together with the Fragrant Del¬
phinium and the informal beauty of special cut-flower selec¬
tions There will be pale blue, mid-blue, ultramarine and
purple; varied shades of lavender, opal and lilac-pink; with
daintier lovelier color-tones that will scarce bear a name.
Pkt. 25c; is oz. 60c; Ys oz. $1.00; Ya oz. $1.75.

OFFER 36B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $3.00.

HARDY DIANTHUS

The Garden Pinks are excellent and dependable plants for
rockery or edging, some of them large enough even for the
hardy border. Easy and sure from seed.

DIANTHUS ALPINUS — erltx(3-4)4. Brilliant, broad-
petalled fringed flowers of an intense rose crimson, often
peacock-eyed. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS ALLWOODI — eerbx (2) 18. Sweetly perfumed
Clove Pink-Carnation hybrids. Wonderfully varied color¬
ings. Exquisite. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 75c.

DIANTHUS ARENARIUS — erdx(2)6. Wide-spreading,
silvery-green, mossy foliage mats, always delightful. Fringy,
fragrant, creamy blossoms. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 30c.

DIANTHUS ARMERIA — *eotbndh(2-3)35. Deptford Pink.
Crimson flowers, white-dotted, with jagged petals. Effective
naturalized. Self-maintaining. Pkt. 10c; ^ oz. 20c; Ys oz. 35c.

DIANTHUS ARVERNENSIS— erx(2)4. Very dwarf, dense,
foliage tufts; dainty pink blossoms. Pkt. 25c.

DIANTHUS CAESIUS — erx(2) 10. Cheddar Pink. Close
silvery tufts. Fringed pink blossoms. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

DIANTHUS CHEDDAR HYBRIDS— erx(2-4). Variable,
but very lovely hybrids of the Cheddar Pink (D. caesius),
and the Clove Pink (D. plumarius). It will give delight in
unexpected changes of color and form. Mostly fragrant.
Pkt. 15c.

DIANTHUS DELICATUS — erbx(2) 12. Sheaves of fragrant

blossoms, cream to soft pink. Pkt. 15c; jV oz. 25c.

DIANTHUS DELTOIDES BRILLIANT— erx(2) 10. In
this selection the color is intensified to the most brilliant of
carmines. Pkt. 15c.

DIANTHUS HOLTZERI — eerbx (2) 16. Large fringed flow¬
ers, white or pink, often zoned, or sometimes blush-suffused.
Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c; Ya oz. 40c.

DIANTHUS KNAPPI — ecrbh(2-4) 18. Lemon yellow blos¬
soms, a clear pure shade. Most distinct species. Long-
blooming. Very good, indeed. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS MONTANUS — ernx(2) 10. Myriads of bril¬
liant rose blossoms. Rich green foliage tangles. Able to
maintain itself in competition with other plants, so may be
naturalized. Pkt. 15c; rV oz. 30c.

DIANTHUS NEGLECTUS— eratx(2)6. Flowers of bright
cherry, tawny rose in reverse. Pkt. 25c.

DIANTHUS PANCICI — ebx(3-4)30. An odd Bulgarian,
tall enough for the hardy border. Close-clustered blossoms
of striate rose top each thirty-inch stem. Buds, shining
mahogany. Long in bloom. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS SEGUERI — *ercbx(3-5)20. Big bushy plants,
long-laden with large notch-petalled blossoms that may be
anything from soft pink to deep carmine, usually marked
with maroon circles and white dots. Blooms from mid-July
until late autumn, giving flowers when other “Pinks” are
long past. Pkt. 20c; 3^ oz. 40c.

DIANTHUS SUPERBUS— ecrx(2) 12. Big pale rose blos¬
soms of extravagantly lacy fringiness. Pkt. 15c.

DIANTHUS SUPERBUS WHITE LACE — ecrx(2)12.
New. Of exquisite loveliness. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS SYLVESTRIS — erdx(2) 10. Purest deep pink,
a true shade, not rose. There is a bit of buff in the throat.
Big flowers, rarely dentate, but never fringed. Arching
sheaves of bloom. Excellent. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS SYLVESTRIS FRIGIDUS — erdx(2)4. A
little Hungarian treasure, like above, but only half the size.
Pkt. 25c.

DIANTHUS VISCIDUS PARNASSUS— ercbx(3)20. Blue-
silvered tufts, with fringed blossoms of carmine-zoned white.
Fragrant. Blooms first season. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS WINTERI — ecrbx(8)12. Delightful hardy hy¬
brid strain from England, bearing some Carnation blood.
Ever-blooming. Color excellently variable. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 37B7 — One pkt. each of above for $3.40.

OFFER 38B7 — Representative Dianthus assortment; one
pkt. each of Arenarius, Knappi, Montanus, Pancici, Segueri,
Superbus White Lace, and Winteri, for $1.00.

DIANTHUS ROCKERY BLEND— This will give a wide
and interesting variety. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 30c; Ys oz. 50c.

FOR KEY LETTER EXPLANATIONS see first
page of catalog. The key letters and numerals after
each varietal name are intended to indicate classifi¬
cation, needs, uses, blooming season and height.

♦DIASCIA BARBARAE — eox(3-4)16. Exquisite, but oddly
formed, blossoms of pure pink, with golden insets. Airy
branching plants. Pkt. 15c.

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DICENTRA or BLEEDING HEART

Fully hardy perennials, with blossoms of delightful charm.
Border or rockery. Cutting, too.

DICENTRA CANADENSIS — rnsy(l)8. Daintily pretty.
White flowers, rose-tipped. Pkt. 20c.

DICENTRA CHRYSANTHA — ecbdy (3-4)40. Golden Ear¬
drop. Silvery slashed foliage, with tall sprays of golden
hearts, inverted, above. Full sun. Pkt. 20c.

DICENTRA FORMOSA — ernmsth(2-3) 16. Nodding sprays
of pink hearts above spreading ferny foliage. Decorative
mats in shade. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

DICENTRA OREGANA — rsty (2-4)16. Delightful blos¬
soms of soft cream, heart-shaped, with tips of vivid purple.
The flowers hang in graceful sprays above most attractive
silvery foliage. An exquisite thing, blooming over a long
season. It glories in a bit of shade, but is reasonable,
nevertheless about sun. Pkt. 25c.

DICENTRA SPECTABILIS — cby (1-2) 30. True Bleeding
Heart. Pendant sprays of rosy pink hearts, white-tipped.
Exquisite. Attractive foliage. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 39B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 90c.

It is no kindness to seeds of cold-loving species, of
alpines in especial, to sow them in heat. That is,
indeed, usually the precise way to assure failure. The
beginner who cannot afford greenhouse or hot-bed
facilities is actually at advantage over his wealthier
brother, since he will not be tempted to “improve”
upon the cultural instructions sent with the seeds.
This applies particularly to “y” seeds, and in but
slightly lesser degree to those marked “h.”

DICRANOSTIGMA — See Rapid Celandine, page 2.

♦DIDISCUS COERULEUS — eocbx(3)30. Blue Lace

Flower. Desirable for cutting or in the border. Pkt. 10c.

DIERAMA BLEND — uftby(htw) (1)40. Bells of white,
rose, red, and amaranth, pendant from swaying wands.
Very fine. Bulbs sometimes stored in winter, Gladiolus
fashion. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 30c; Y\ oz. 50c.

DIGITALIS or FOXGLOVE

There is a nostalgic reminder of friendlier times in these
favorites of older days.

DIGITALIS AMBIGUA — ebx(2)36. Yellow Foxglove.
Richest cream, with brown markings. Pkt. 10c.
DIGITALIS BARTLEY GIANT WHITE— ebx (3) 50. Big
blossoms of opaque, yet waxen, whiteness. English selection
of high merit. Pkt. 15c.

DIGITALIS ISABELLINA — ebx(2)50. Fine spikes of
yellow blossoms that deepen to chamois. Pkt. 15c.

DIGITALTS GIANT SHIRLEY— ebx(2)70. Giant Fox¬
glove. Finest hybrid strain. White, pink or rose, always
dotted with crimson. Pkt. 10c.

DIGITALIS HYBRIDA LUTZI— ebx (2) 60. Varied and
charming shades of salmon. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 40B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

DIONEA MUSCIPULA or VENUS FLYTRAP

An interesting attractive, but oddly animal-like plant.
The leaves are carried in rosette fashion, the blade in two
sections, connected only by the strong mid-rib. The ter¬
minal section is center-hinged and contractile, margined
with bristles and studded with sensitive hairs and honey-
secreting glands. When a fly, attracted by the sweet bait,
alights on the leaf, the hairs act as triggers, and the leaf-
halves quickly close over the insect, the edge bristles
interlocking. The trap remains closed until the food-morsel
that was the insect, has been digested by a peptonized
fluid that is immediately poured out from certain special¬
ized glands. The plant gains its nourishment thus, the
roots serving only as anchors. Few plants are more in¬
tricately organized.

The flowers are white, large and attractive ; carried in
terminal clusters on slender stems. Dionea is for the bog
garden south of Washington, or for house culture north.
Well suited to terrariums. Needs plenty of moisture, and
soil should be mixture of sand, with peat or shredded moss.
Will grow also in loose masses of live sphagnum moss. Given
proper soil and wetness, seed germinates with fair readiness.
Fine seed. Pkt. 25c; TV oz. $1.00; Ys oz . $1.75.

DIOSPYROS LOTUS — jzfy 45 ft. Date-Plum. Rather or¬
namental. Bears sweet edible fruits of purple-black, about
size of large cherry. Hardiness undetermined, but give
sheltered position above Potomac. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 40c.

DIOSPYROS VIRGINIANA BETHEL’S SELECTION,
zy 75 ft. American Persimmon. Hardy well north. Fruit
delicious when fully ripe. Tree is rather ornamental. This
fine variety, originating at College Park, Georgia, not only
bears fruits of particularly large size and rich flavor, but
ripens them very early. Pkt. 15c. (Can also supply seeds
at same rate, saved from a Missouri specimen bearing es¬
pecially sweet fruits, known locally as The Candy Tree).

DIPLARRHENA MOREA — ermk (htw) (2) 24. Tasmanian
Iris. Flowers snowy white, or marked lilac and yellow.
Best handled as pot plant. Rare, and good. Pkt. 25c.

DODECATHEON or SHOOTING STAR

If, as the name implies, this flower was fashioned by the
Twelve Gods of Greece, then their workmanship was of an
exquisite perfection. One wonders, though, what Olympian
escapade may have brought Grecian Gods to even short
exile in our hemisphere, since Dodecatheons are altogether
American. See illustration, page 12.

DODECATHEON CLEVELANDI — crbnsty(l) 18. Clove-
scented. Mauve, yellow-ringed, shading to maroon. Pkt. 20c.
DODECATHEON HENDERSONI— crbnsty ( 1) 12. Spec¬
tacular wine-purple Shooting Star. Sweetly perfumed. A
beauty. Pkt. 15c; tV oz. 75c.

DODECATHEON JEFFREYI— ermsty (2)24. From bright
pink, through rose, to show purple. Perfumed. Pkt. 20c

DODECATHEON ME ADI A — crnsty(2)20. Wild Cycla¬
men. Rose colored, with yellow anthers. Fragrant. Strik¬
ingly beautiful. Pkt. 15c.

DODECATHEON STANFIELDI A— Lilac-pink. Pkt. 20.
OFFER 41B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 75c.

DODECATHEON BLEND — ernsty. Many varied kinds in
mixture. Pkt. 15c; oz. 90c.

BOOKS FOR THE GARDEN-MINDED

Not only an assortment of books on gardening, but
others not so horticultural, that will nevertheless
surely interest the green-fingered. If that is your
clan, then write for my Special Book List, a unique
offering of books, old and new, for the garden-planner,
the garden-maker, or the one who prefers simply to
enjoy gardens, without other part in them. Then
there are books for the wild-flower seeker, the
botanist, the naturalist; manuals and handbooks,
references and source books, books for the winter
fire-side, books even to read in bed; books that you
will like, so gift-fitting for your friends. The List
will be sent to those who ask it.

DORYANTHES PALMERI — Spear Lily. Spectacular scar¬
let flowers on spikes 10 to 20 feet high. A distant Am¬
aryllis cousin. South. Pkt. 25c.

DOUGLASIA LAEVIGATA— rsty (2) 6. Loosely clustered
blossoms that vary from soft clear pink to pure deep rose/
A lovely Androsace cousin. Both Douglasias delight in cool,
well-drained (but not dry) positions, and they will tolerate
a bit of shade. Both are charming. Pkt. 20c.

DOUGLASIA MONTANA — rstmy(2)5. Tufted rosettes,
with exquisite pink blossoms above. Pkt. 15c.

DRAB A AIZOIDES — erltx(l)6. Sempervivum-like rosettes,
mat-forming, with tiny but profuse golden flowers. Pkt. 20c.

DRABA GLACIALIS — erx(l)6. Creeping cushion-rosettes,
with airy sprays of tiny lemon-tinted flowers just above.
Rare high alpine. Pkt. 20c.

♦D RACO CEP H ALUM MOLDAVICA— eondx(3) 20. Many
sturdy spikes of cool blue. Rather showy, and naturalizes
well. Sow in quantity. Pkt. 5c; Y* oz. 20c.

DRACOCEPHALUM RUYSCHIANA — erbx(2)24. Spikes
of beautiful blue snapdragons. Siberia. Pkt. 15c.

DRACUNCULUS CANARIENSIS — ufth. Calla cousin
with odd digitate foliage in summer. Dig tubers in autumn
and store. The attractively tinted flower-spathe comes from
the dry tuber in early spring. Pkt. 15c.

DROSERA FILIFORMIS— rnmath(2) 12. Sundew. Pretty
pink stars. Curious carnivorous plants. Pkt 15c.

DROSERA INTERMEDIA — nmah(2)8. Broad-leaved Sun¬
dew. Pink blossoms. Insect-trap leaves. Pkt. 20c.
DRYAS OCTAPETALA — rgy(2)5. Mats of evergreen
“oak” leaves, creamy flowers, and lovely silver-pink seed
fluffs. Pkt. 20c.

DUCHESNEA INDICA— : *ergk(8)3. Pretty little trailing,
mat-forming perennial, with yellow Potentilla-like flowers,
followed by unedible fruits of impressive brilliance, as
though starkly upright strawberries had been dipped in
vermilion. Pkt. 15c.

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ECHINACEA PURPUREA HYBRID A — ecbdh (3-4) 48.
Long pendant petals from chocolate brown cones. Soft rose
to royal purple. Thoroughly safe perennial of a considerable
buxom attractiveness. Pkt. 10c; Y& oz. 25c; *4 oz- 40c.

ECHINOPS SPHAEROCEPHALUS — ecbnx(8)72. Per¬
ennials of notable vigor. Rather striking thistly heads of
steel blue. A straw-flower. Pkt. 5q; *4 oz. 30c.

ECHINOPS EXALTATUS— Like above, but deeper blue,
and possibly biennial. Pkt. 10c.

ECHIUM BLUE BEDDER — *ebk (3-4) 12. Dense and showy
spikes of deepest indigo bloom. Compact and even in habit.
Will attract attention. Pkt. 15c.

ECHIUM NEW HYBRIDS— *ebk(3-4)36. One-sided flow¬
ering spike, terminating, though, in a solid, symmetrical
crown of bloom. Brilliant blue, with lilac, white and even
pink. Both Echiums listed here will bloom within a few
weeks from seed. Pkt. 15c.

EDRIANTHUS DALMATIC*U S — erltdh(2)6. Grassy tufts
from which radiate up-curved stems that end in crowded
clusters of wide purple bells. Pkt. 25c.

ELEAGNUS MULTIFLORA— qy. 6 ft. Cherry Goumi.
Handsome silvery shrub. Edible, cherry-flavored, trans¬
lucent red fruit. Pkt. 20c.

ELSHOLTZIA FARQUHARI — *ecbh(5)36. Mint-shrub.
Splendid late-blooming border plants, each with a vast
population of long and fluffy bloom-spikes of soft lilac,
carried candelabra fashion on many branching stems. Seems
fully root-hardy. Will be a low shrub south, an herbaceous
perennial north. An excellent cut-flower. Sweetly aromatic
foliage. Rather easy. Pkt. 15c.

ENKIANTHUS CAMPANULATUS — qaty(2) 15 ft.
Showy bells of pale yellow, red-veined. Brilliant crimson
autum foliage. Pkt. 20c.

ENKIANTHUS CERNUA RUBENS— qay 15 ft. Clustered
bells that glow like rubies against the sun, dangle loosely
from curiously angular twigs. Autumn foliage of scarlet in¬
tensity. Pkt. 15c.

EPIGAEA — See Trailing Arbutus.

EPILOBIUM DODONAEI — rh(3) 18. Loose clouds of big
pink blossoms, enriched by sepals of Vandyke brown that
peer betwixt the petals. Very good. Pkt. 15c.

EPILOBIUM NUMMULARIFOLIUM — *rstx(3)2. Trail¬
ing carpets of minute, overlapping emerald leaves, bronze
in sun, with daintiest snowy star-lets of blossoms just above,
the stems, airy-invisible. New Zealand. Pkt. 15c.

EPILOBIUM OBCORDATUM — rmh(3)12. Sprawling
mounds of greenery, with big clustered flowers of satiny
rose-pink, yellow stamened. Pkt. 20c.

EPIMEDIUM MACRANTHUM— rcstgy(2)9. Delightfully
and unsymmetrically airy foliage, bronze-tinted, with pretty
little blossoms of white, rose or violet. Pkt. 20c.

EREMURUS

Great Desert or Foxtail Lily. Magnificent flower-spikes
that bear hundreds of bright star-shaped blossoms. Fully
hardy, but mulch a bit to prevent too early starting in
spring. Spectacular in beauty. See illustration, page 12.

EREMURUS BUNGEI PERFECTUS— ubzy(2)72. Foxtail
Lily. Long spikes of golden orange stars. 20 seeds for
15c; 100 for 60c; 500 For $2.50.

EREMURUS ELWESIANUS — ubzy(2) 100. Pale pink blos¬
soms in huge spikes. 15 seeds for 25c; 100 for $1.10.

EREMURUS ELWESIANUS ALBUS— ubzy(2) 100. Snowy
white blossoms. Fine. 12 seeds for 25c; 100 seeds for $1.25.
EREMURUS HIMALAICUS — ubzy(2)90. Long and dense¬
ly packed spikes of airy white stars. 25 seeds for 20c;
100 for 65c; 500 for $2.50.

EREMURUS OLGAE — ubzy(2)90. Handsome lilac-flushed
flowers. Fragrant. 15 seeds for 25c; 100 for $1.10.

EREMURUS ROBUSTUS — ubzy(2)100. Brightest rosy
pink blossoms in most showy spikes. 20 seeds for 25c; 100
for 90c; 500 for $3.25.

EREMURUS SHELFORD HYBRIDS— ubzy(2-3)90. Fine
strain, showing white, pink and yellow, but particularly
rich in coppery orange, bronze and apricot timings. 20
seeds for 25c; 100 for 90c.

OFFER 42B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.35.
EREMURUS PEERLESS BLEND — ubzy(2). Includes all
the above, and others. Glorious color range. 25 seeds for
20c; 100 seeds for 65c; 500 seeds $2.50.

ERICA CINEREA — rfah(2-4)12. A delightful little Heath
in twisting shrublet form. Showy blossoms, white, violet-
rose or scarlet. Hardy at New York. Pkt. 20c.

ERICA VAGANS — rfah(3)25. The hardy Cornish Heath.
Pretty flowers of rosy purple. Pkt. 20c.

ERIGERON

A hardy daisy-race of delightful possibilities.

ERIGERON AURANTIACUS — rh(3)12. Many-rayed semi¬
double daisies of dazzling orange. Pkt. 15c.

ERIGERON COMPOSITUS— rh(2)6. Pale lavender daisies
above curious gray cushions. Pkt. 20c.

ERIGERON GLANDULOSUM— ernh(2)12. Pretty, fine-
petaled lavender daisies in long-time profusion. Mat-forming.
Very good. Full sun. Pkt. 15c.

ERIGERON SALSUGINOSUS — rbmh(2)20. Fine-rayed
blossoms of soft lilac-pink, raggedly fringey. A handsome
and floriterous species. Pkt. 15c.

ERIGERON SPECIOSUS — rcbh(2-4)20. Enormous gold-
centered daisies, the petal rays narrow, long, and of exceed¬
ing number. Brilliant purple. Showy. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 43B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 60c.

ERINUS ALPINUS — *erpsth(2-3) 5. Little foliage mounds,

be-spangled with jewel-like blossoms, rose to carmine, or
sometimes white. This particular strain is unusually rich
in pleasing variations. Pkt. 15c.

ERIOGONUM or UMBRELLA FLOWER

A largely undifficult, yet little known family that holds
real garden treasures.

ERIOGONUM COMPOSITUM— erdh(2)10. Great umbels,
cream-yellow to rose. Woolly leaves. Pkt. 15c.

ERIOGONUM DOUGLASI — erdh(2) 10. Silvery bushlets,
with dainty, soft yellow bloom. Pkt. 15c.

ERIOGONUM HERACLIOIDES — erbdh(2)18. White
flowers in flattened clusters. Whorled foliage. Pkt. 15c.
ERIOGONUM NIVEUM — erdh(2)8. Pretty little white-
flowered species. Pkt. 15c.

ERIOGONUM OVALI FOLIUM — erdh(2)5. Silvery-gray
rosettes, with daintiest blossom-heads that may be cream,
lemon, or rose. Pkt. 20c.

ERIOGONUM TORREYANUM— erh(3)10. Lemon yellow
flowers, borne with great freedom. Pkt. 20c.

ERIOGONUM UMBELLATUM — erdh(2)7. Spreading
evergreen shrubby plant. Soft yellow. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 44B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1,00.

ERIOPHORUM VIRGINICUM — cnmh(8)40. Cotton
Sedge. Showy cotton tufts, tawny to snowy. Most decora¬
tive. Likes ample moisture. Cuts well. Pkt. 10c.

ERODIUM

Take hardy Geraniums and refine them; result, Erodium.

ERODIUM ABSINTHOIDES AMANUM— erh(3) 12. Sil¬
vered leaves, plumily slashed and jagged; with lax-sprayed
flowers above, most brilliantly white. Pkt. 25c.

*ERODIUM GRUINUM — eodlx(3-4) 15. A delightful Ger¬
anium-cousin, with noble blossoms of lavender-violet. Parti¬
cularly recommended. Pkt. 20c.

ERODIUM MACRADENUM— erblh(3)10. Pure pink blos¬
soms, but patched with radiating velvety blackness on upper
petals. Fern-like leaves. Pkt. 20c.

ERODIUM MANESCAVI — erh(3-4)16. Big flowers of
most brilliant rose-purple. Aromatic leaves. Pkt. 20c.
ERODIUM ROMANUM — rh(3)6. Clustered bright pink
flowers. Canescent foliage. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 45B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 90c.

Be sure to check over your needs against the General
Seed Offer also. It starts on page 50, and there are
some mighty fine, and unusual, things in it.

ERYSIMUM

A race of beautiful Crucifers that are close akin to the
Wall-flowers. Mostly they germinate easily, and sown early,
will often bloom first season.

ERYSIMUM ASPERUM — *erbx (3-4) 18. Clustered blossoms
of a gold so deeply rich and vivid that it over-laps orange.
Pkt. 10c.

ERYSIMUM AUREUM NANUM COMPACTUM — erx
(2)6. Loaded with golden blossoms in little clustered spikes.
Blooms early. Pkt. 15c.

ERYSIMUM HELVETICUM— erx(2-3)12. Here the flow¬
ers are of a shade between buff and amber. Pkt. 15c.
ERYSIMUM PEROFSKIANUM — *ecrbx(2-3) 15. Here is
orange unmistakable, deep and glowing. Pkt. 10c.
ERYSIMUM PULCHELLUM— erbx(3)18. Loose spike
clusters of soft lemon. Attractive foliage. Pkt. 15c.
OFFER 46B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.
ERYSIMUM BLEND — *erb(2-3). Close mat-clumps ot
emerald foliage, with spikes of bright bloom above, from,
palest lemon, through golden hues, to radiant orange. Pkt. 15c.

ERYTHRAEA DIFFUSA — *erstx(3)6. Rose Gentian.
Starry flowers of most brilliant rose. Pkt. 20c.
•ERYTHRAEA VENUSTA— eox(3-4) 8. Annual Gentian.
Charming clear pink stars, yellow-centered. Pkt. 20c.

ERYTHRINA CRISTI-GALLI — *euftx(w) (4)50. Magni¬
ficent spikes of rose-coral on branching plants. Winter in
damp sand in cellar. Pkt. 20c.

ERYTHRONIUM or TROUT LILY

Fully hardy bulbs for the shady corner, the rockery, or
for naturalizing in rich loose soils under trees. They are
exquisite Lilies of fairy size. See illustration , page 19.
ERYTHRONIUM AMERICANUM — urnmstzy(l)7. Lovely
buff-apricot blossoms, brown-marked. Pkt. 20c.
ERYTHRONIUM CALIFORNICUM — urnmstzy(l)8.
Large cream-colored flowers. Richly mottled leaves. Pkt. 15c.
ERYTHRONIUM CITRINUM — urnmstzy(l) 10. Snowy
white, banded citron. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.
ERYTHRONIUM GIGANTEUM — urnmstzy(l) 12. Creamy
white, yellow-shaded, and sometimes banded maroon. Hand¬
some. Pkt. 15c; Vs oz. 40c.

ERYTHRONIUM GRANDIFLORUM ROBUSTUM —
ucrdstzy ( 1-2) 1 8. Recurved “lilies,’ of richest yellow.
I shall always recall the glorious golden spread of the
Erythronium blossoms beneath the towering pines on the
hillsides of my old north-Idaho ranch. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

ERYTHRONIUM HENDERSONI — urnmstzy(l) 12. Lovely
soft purple blossoms with maroon centers. Rarely gold-
banded. Showy. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

ERYTHRONIUM JOHNSONI — urnmstzy(l-2) 16. Blos¬
soms of soft rose, orange-centered. Pkt. 20c.
ERYTHRONIUM KLAMATHENSIS— Blossoms of pale
lemon, each petal pink-tipped. New. Pkt. 25c.
ERYTHRONIUM REVOLUTUM SMITHI— urnmstzy (1)
10. Pretty pink flowers, yellow zoned. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 47B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.40.
ERYTHRONIUM BLEND — This includes all of the
kinds that I list. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

It is suggested that beginners confine their selec¬
tions to kinds marked “e.” these being relatively
easy if directions are followed. When successful
experience has been gained, it will be time for the
harder kinds.

*ESCHSCHOLTZIA MONARCH ART SHADES — eox
(2-4)10. A new English selection of high individuality. The
plants are dwarf and compact, no sprawliness, with the
blossoms carried well above the feathery foliage. The flowers
are large, but exquisitely formed, usually semi-double, and
with a metallic sheen that adds brilliance to the color.
There will be pink to rose and carmine, golden yellow
through all the varying tones to orange and scarlet. I had
not thought that any hybrid Eschscholtzia would meet the
high standard for admission to my catalog, but I changed my
mind when the “Monarchs” bloomed in my trials. Pkt. 15c.

EUCALYPTUS ALPINA — htw. Hardiest species, but best
handled as a pot plant. Handsomely formed. Foliage of
velvety emerald. Pkt. 15c.

EUCOMIS UNDULATA— ufzy(htw) (3)24. Dense trusses
of creamy fragrant stars, the spike crowned with red-
edged bracts. Very good. Pkt. 25c.

EUPHORBIA

A family as diverse as Cactus, and more widely ranging,
America, Asia, Africa and southern Europe. All tend toward
succulence, in particular the African species, these being
indeed Cacti in all similitude, and requiring Cactus culture.

EUPHORBIA APHYLLA — ehtw. Great tangles of leaf¬
less green branches, thick and succulent. Pkt. 25c.

EUPHORBIA CANARIENSIS — htw. A very cactus-like
plant, with branches thick, succulent, jagged and many
angled. Curious, and easy. Pkt. 15c.

EUPHORBIA EXIGUA — erk(9)10. Droll plants, like
fascicular cypress tufts, or possibly flattened green fox-tail
brushes. Pkt. 15c.

^EUPHORBIA LATHYRUS — eobk(9)30. A most decora¬
tive silvered blue-green in all its parts. Tall stems, each
bearing four dense rows of lanceolate leaves in cross form.
Said to drive away moles. Pkt. 15c.

EUPHORBIA MELOFORMIS — htw. Globe-shaped, but
with deep irregular, angular ridges. Dark and light green,
striped. A rare and curious plant. 4 seeds for 25c.

EUPHORBIA MYRSINITES — rbdh(2-9) 10. Half-trailing
stems; fat blue-green leaves, yellow flower-crowns. Hardy
ornamental succulent. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.
EUPHORBIA OBESA — htw. Curious succulent, a living
baseball with checkered cover. Germinates slowly and un¬
evenly, but quite surely. Large seeds, 2 for 25c.
EUPHORBIA POLYCHROMA — rch(2-9)15. Emerald
leaves; gorgeous autumn colorings. Showy yellow flower-
bracts. Very good. Hardy. Pkt. 20c.

EUPHORBIA PULCHERRIMA — htw. True Poinsettia.
Bright. Rather easy. Pkt. 25c.

EUPHORBIA SPLENDENS — htw. Crown of Thorns.
Showy orange-scarlet flower-bracts. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 48B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.75.

*EUSTOMA RUSSELLIANUM — ocbly(3)24. Glorious,
open, unright flowerbells of clearest blue, patched purple
within. Long in bloom, and very beautiful. Pkt. 15c.

EUSTYLIS PURPUREA — *ufty(k) (3-4)20. Pine Lily. A
true bulb, with handsome shell-like flowers of blue-violet,
marked mahogany and patched gold. Sow in open ground
seed-beds in latest autumn and plants will start blooming
following June, continuing until October. Often does fairly
well also if sown in early spring, while soil is cool. Store
bulbs like Tigridia, to which it is closely allied. Pkt. 25c.

*EUTOCA VISCIDA MUSGRAVE STRAIN— eok(2) 16.
Densely clustered blossoms of the most intense of possible
blues, each, though, with a white center. Pkt. 15c.

FAGUS SYLVATICA PURPUREA — jy. 70 ft. Purple
Beech. Foliage richly colored. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 60c.

FAUCARIA TIGRINA— htw. The Tiger’s Mouth. You
will understand its name when you grow it. An intriguing
but easy succulent. Pkt. 25c.

^FELICIA BLEND — eodx(3)10. Flower of Happiness.
Delicate little lavender daisies. Pkt. 15c.

FERNS. HARDY BLEND — A mixture of hardy species,
including some that grow in sun. Sow the tiny spores on
surface of clean, friable soil in flats or pots. Cover with
panes of glass until germination takes place. Pkt. 20c;
tV oz. $1.25.

FERNS, TENDER BLEND — Splendid mixture of desirable
house kinds. Culture as above. Pkt. 15c.

FESTUCA GLAUCA — ebh(9)24. Hardy ornamental grass.
Silvery blue leaves. Makes decorative clumps, or narrow
edging, not spreading. Pkt. 10c.

FICUS CARICA — ejzx(w). True Fig. Good ornamental,
bearing delicious fruit. Thrives in sheltered positions to
New York. Further north grow in tubs, outside in summer,
cellar in winter. Pkt. 20c.

FLOWERING ALMOND — See Prunus triloba.

FRAGARIA VESCA ALBA — egy(k)(9)8. An alpine
Strawberry that makes wide-spreading and dense foliage
mats. Valued for carpeting in moist, shady places, or for
ground-cooling cover in lily plantings. Fruits profusely
and over a long season, the berries being pure white when
ripe. Fruits are small, but of rich, distinctive flavor. Pkt. 15c.

FRAGARIA — See also Strawberry.

FRANCOA RAMOSA — cbfh(htw) (3) 36. Splendid perennial
from Chile, with spikes two feet long and an inch thick,
densely filled with starry blossoms, pure white, or pink-
tinged. Pkt. 15c.

FRANCOA SONCHIFOLIA — Very like above, but flowers
deep pink, spotted rose. Pkt. 15c.

FRASERA SPECIOSA — bnsty (3-4) 50. Great panicles of
greenish white blossoms, tinged with blue. Weird, but
spectacular. Pkt. 20c.

FREESIA EXHIBITION BLEND— *eutcw(7) 16. Giant
flowers in rainbow range, gold, blue, pink and carmine;
with infinite variations. Selections of Tubergeni and
Ragionieri strains. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 7 Sc.

THE PENSIVE FRITILLARIAS

The possibilities of the Fritillarys have scarce been
realized. While some are bright and gaudy enough, mostly
they have that sombre charm that appeals to the quieter
mood. They are cousins of the Lily, and come from seed
in the same way, blooming in two or in three years,
according to kind. All are hardy.

FRITILLARIA AGRESTIS — urnzy(2)18. Bells of buff
and olive. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA ATROPURPUREA — urndstzy(2) 14. Deep¬
est purple, with tawny checks. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA BIFLORA — urnzy(l) 10. Mission Bells.
Flowers of rich chocolate hue. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA CAMSCHATCENSIS— urnzy (2) 15. Circles
of velvety purple bells. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 75c.
FRITILLARIA CIRRHOSA — urnzy. Checkered mulberry
on buff. From the Himalayas. Pkt. 15c.

1

FRITILLARIA COCCINEA — urnstzy (2) 18. Extraor¬
dinarily vivid scarlet. Rare, but fairly easy. Pkt. 15c;
oz. 75c.

FRITILLARIA IMPERIALIS— urnzy(l)40. Crown Im¬
perial. Circlets of pendant showy bells, bronze, orange or
crimson. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 75c.

FRITILLARIA LANCEOLATA — urnstzy (2) 36. Tall spikes
of large flowers, purple, marked yellow. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA LILACEA — urnzy(2)7. Dainty bells of
clear white. Most pleasing. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 75c.

FRITILLARIA MELEAGRIS — urnzy(2)24. Large flowers
of cream, or checkered in tones of purple. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA PUDICA — urndzy(l)8. Quaint bells of
butter-yellow, refreshingly fragrant. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA PURDYI — urnzy(2)10. White, suffused
pink, flecked purple. Very lovely. Pkt. 15c.

FRITILLARIA RECURVA — urnstzy (2) 16. Brilliant scar¬
let bells, lined yellow. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 75c.

OFFER 49B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.75.

FRITILLARIAS MIXED — An effective blend of many
species. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 75c.

ANNUAL FLOWERS — If you want quick annual
flowers, choose those with a star (*) before the
variety name. Annuals, of course, bloom one season
only, and must be sown afresh each year. Where
the star follows the name, it indicates hardy and
enduring perennials, that will, nevertheless, flower
first season if sown early.

FUCHSIA BLEND — htw. Free-blooming plants, with
pendant flowers in many rare colorings. Pkt. 15c.

FUNKIA BLEND — crby(2-4)30. Day Lily. Graceful
spikes of blue, lavender or white trumpets. Ornamental,
formal, foliage. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

GAILLARDI A BURGUNDY GIANTS — *ecbx(8)36. Seed¬
lings of, and selections from, Gaillardia Burgundy. Retains
immense bloom-size of that variety, together with its great
vigor and floriferousness, but with increased range and rich¬
ness of coloring. Runs chiefly in maroon, wine, torchlight
red and copper, with occasional variations into lemon, gold
and tangerine. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 35c; 54 oz. 60c.

GALAX APHYLLA — rnstatmy (1-9) 10. Spikes of pretty
little creamy flowers above most decorative foliage, this
delicate yellow-green in spring, then bronze, finally wine-
red. Pkt. 15c.

GALEGA HARTLANDI— ebltx (2-3)40. Pleasing, pinnate¬
leaved, bushy perennials with terminal spikes of attractive
lilac pea-blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

GALTONIA — See Hyacinthus candicans.

GARDENIA JASMJ.NOIDES — htw. Waxen white flowers,
Camellia-like, intensely fragrant. Pot plant in north, but
hardy outside to Virginia line. Pkt. 15c.

GASTERIA DISTICHA — htw. Thick succulent rosettes,
with scarlet flowers above. Pkt. 20c.

GAULTHERIA ANTIPODA ADPRESSA— qatmy. Pros¬
trate evergreen shrub; edible pink berries. Pkt. 15c.
GAULTHERIA PROCUMBENS — rngdasty(9)6. True
Wintergreen. Evergreen carpeter, with spicy, edible, crim¬
son-cheeked berries. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 45c; 1 oz. $1.65.
GAULTHERIA SHALLON — qstaty 6 ft. Handsome ever¬
green shrub with pink-tinted urn-shaped flowers, then black
berries. The berries are edible, and are sometimes made
into pies. They were a staple food of the northwest Indians,
eaten fresh, made into a syrup, or dried for the winter.

Pkt. 15c.

THE GAY GAZANiAS

Here is continuous all-summer brightness for the dry,
sunny place. In the garden they behave as easy annuals, but
actually they are tender perennials, and so well-fitted for
pot culture in window or conservatory. Florists will find
them profitable.

♦GAZANIA LONGISCAPA— eorbdx(8)9. Big golden blos¬
soms v/ith precisely serrated brown or blue-black bandings.
Easy, and vividly showy. Pkt. 15c; oz. 25c.

*GAZANIA OXYLOBA — Seeds just in from South African
collector. Highly recommended, but no data as to color or
habit. Pkt. 15c.

*GAZANIA POTTSI — eorbdx (htw) (8) 12. Blossoms that
radiate hot light of molten gold, softened, though, to saffron
at the center. Long petals and long stems. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz.

25c; Vs oz. 40c.

*GAZANIA HYBRIDS — eorbx(htw) (8)9. Enormous daisies N
with wide petals, pale yellow to richest orange, banded
ruddy brown or black, and blue-tinged in reverse. A
blaze of beauty. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 50B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

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GENTIANS BLUE

— and white, and yellow, and brown; but mostly they are
of a vivid blueness or a purple richness. They will add the
final touch of alluring beauty to the rock garden or the
border. Seed is a bit slow in starting; give it time.
Gentians like neither drought nor excessive moisture, but
always deep, loose soil.

GENTIANA ACAULIS — ry(2)9. Little plants with trum¬
pets of startling size, royal blue. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA ANDREWSI— rnbltsth (3-4)20. Closed Gen¬
tian. Brilliant blue flowers like sealed vases, in serried
clusters. Easiest species. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.

GENTIANA ANDREWSI ALBA— Delightful flowers like
white samite. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 75c.

GENTIANA ASCLEPI ADEA— rbmsty (4) 30. Willow Gen¬
tian. Bending sheaves of sparkling sapphire. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA ASCLEPI ADEA ALBA — Charming, trans¬
lucent pearly white. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA CALYCOSA— rmy (3-4) 10. Velvety blue bells,
white-throated, top each stem. Pkt. 20c.

GENTIANA CRINITA — otcrbnmlty (4)25. True Fringed
Gentian. Spreading, deeply fringed petals of most delight¬
ful and delicate misty coloring, sky blue to indigo. Thrives
in either sun or shade, and tends to self-sow. The secrets
of success with this are to sow the seed in late autumn
for spring germination, in a soil not acid. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA CRUCIATA— ry (4) 12. Four-lobed blossoms,
bright blue. Heat-resistant. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA HASCOMBIENSIS— ry(3) 15. Splendid hy¬
brid, with great flowerheads of bright mid-blue. Pkt. 20c.

GENTIANA LUTEA — bnlth(3)36. Towering spires of
clustered golden stars. Spectacular. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA PANNONICA — rblty (3)25. Plump bells of a
decidedly ruddy violet. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA PNEUMONANTHE — rbmy(3)14. Clustered
trumpets, rich, deep blue within, but outside of a lucent
sapphirine-emerald blending. Particularly good. Pkt. 25c.

GENTIANA PORPH YRIO— rbnaty (4) 18. Richest ultra-
marine, with olive-dotted throat. The plant is mostly
blossom. No Gentian is more beautiful. A hardy and
adaptable perennial. See illustration, page 45. Pkt. 20c.

GENTIANA PURPUREA— raty(3)20. Rich, velvety, van-
dyke brown, sweetly perfumed. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA SCABRA BUERGERI — rmy (3)9. Loosely
branching pyramids of handsome purple bells. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA SCEPTRUM — rbmaty(2)28. Clustered bells,
big and dark blue. Rather good. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA SEPTEMFIDA — ermaty(3)12. Comes as near
as any Gentian can, to being easy. Amazingly jagged flower-
bells of lovely soft blue. Pkt. 15c; oz. 60c.

GENTIANA SIKKIMENSE— rnmaty (3) 9. Pretty, sprawly
blue-bells. Himalayan foot-hills. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA STRAMINEA — Siberian species, said to have
pretty flowers of soft cream yellow. Pkt. 15c.

GENTIANA STYLOPHORA — bny(3)40. Yellow blossoms,
olive-dotted and sometimes three inches across, on tower¬
ing plants. Pkt. 20c.

GENTIANA VERNA — rh(l)8. Spring Gentian, giving up-
facing blossoms like wide-petalled azure stars, in mid-spring.
Variable, but always lovely. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 51B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $3.25.

GENTIAN BLEND— All of the kinds listed here, and
others. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.

NEW FRUIT FLAVORS

Here are twelve trees and shrubs, all bearing edible
fruits, often surprisingly delicious ; but all of them
worth planting just for ornament, too. They are of
reasonable winter hardiness, except Zizyphus. This
should be given a sheltered position above Philadel¬
phia. Included are Mespilus, Amelanchier, Diospyros
virginiana, Asimina, Viburnum lentago, Vaccinium
corymbosum, Eleagnus multiflora, Crataegus pinnati-
fida, Rosa pomifera, Hovenia dulcis, Zizyphus and
Cornus mas. One pkt. of each for $1.50 in the
collection, (separate value, $1.80). See individual
listings for descriptions. It should be noted that most
of them take “y” culture. See page one for ex¬
planation. Order as OFFER 5154B7.

GEOPRUMNON CRASSICARPUM— erbdh(3)20. Pinnate
foliage; racemes of splendid purple flowers; seed pods that
look like yellow or rose-hued plums. Pkt. 15c.

TRUE GERANIUM

The true Geraniums are of a great satisfaction in rock
garden or border because of their long display of sparkling
bloom, and because they are so dependably enduring. Kinds
here listed are hardy.

GERANIUM ENDRESSI — erbh(8) 18. Splendid rose-pink
flowers from July till frost. Pkt. 25c.

GERANIUM IBERICUM— bh(2)20. Large blue flowers
with slight lavender suffusion, or sometimes with white
striations. Good. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM INCISUM — rdh(2)12. Blossoms vary from
clear pink, through rose, to lavender and purple. Often
white. Excellent rockery species. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM MACRORHIZUM — rdlth (2)9. A charming
little Geranium, with blossoms of pure rose. Bulgaria. Pk. 20c.

GERANIUM MACULATUM — urbnsth(2) 25. Large flow¬
ers of clear lilac-rose. Very good. Pkt. 15c.

GERANIUM PRATENSE — bnh(3)25. Large blue flowers,
or rarely white. Very satisfactory. Pkt. 15c.

GERANIUM PRATENSE ALBUM— Blossoms of diaphan¬
ous white. A beauty. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM SANGUINEUM — rbh(8) 18. Gorgeous blos¬
soms of blood red. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM SANGUINEUM ALBUM— Silky petals of
the daintiest. Most desirable. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM TUBEROSUM — rbh(2-3)24. Blossoms of
pure blue-lavender from June to late August. The bushy
plants are massed bloom. Pkt. 15c; oz. 35c.
♦GERANIUM WILFORDI — eornk(3-4)7. Half-procumbent
cushions, set with profuse blossoms like miniature white
Anemones, delicately rose-veined. Long in bloom. The
only annual species worth growing. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 52B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.90.

♦GERARDIA BLEND — obnmath(3-4)20. False Foxglove.
Exquisite downy flowers, carried airily on slender, branching-
plants. Color variable, from soft mauve, through lilac-rose,
to pure purple. For lavish brilliance of coloring, naturalize
it in dampish meadows. Naught else, unless it be Rhexia
virginica, can give there such splashes of vibrant vividness.
A bit slow in germinating. Pkt. 15c; *4 oz. 50c.

GEUM BORISI — rh(2-3)18. Spectacular orange-red.
Pkt. 20c.

GEUM MONTANUM — rh(2)4. A lovely hardy half-creeper,
with big flowers of richest yellow, or sometimes glowing
orange. Pkt. 25c.

GEUM REPTANS — rbh(y)(3)12. Plumed fern-foliage,
mounded irregularly; blossoms above of silken glossiness,
like gorgeous golden suns. Pkt. 20c.

GEUM RIVALE — rnmh(2)28. Nodding purple flowers. A
beverage is said to be brewed from the roots, tea-fashion.
Called Wild Chocolate. Pkt. 15c.

GILIA, the Cinderella

Here is a race of easy annuals and hardy perennials,
mostly of quite unappreciated grace and beauty. Cousins
on the one side to Phlox, and on the other to Polemonium,
they range from merely delicate prettiness in Abrotanifolia,
to sheer splendor in Rubra and Aggregata.

♦GILIA ABROTANIFOLIA — eobnx(2)18. Clustered flow¬
ers of palest blue. Pkt. 15c.

GILIA AGGREGATA— otcbdh(2-4) 36. One of the bright¬
est things imaginable when in full bloom; many graceful
stems hung with flaunting scarlet and buff banners. Worth
sowing every year. Pkt. 20c.

♦GILIA LACINIATA — eobx(3)25. Branching stems topped
with clustered upright bell-lets of richest blue-violet. Fern¬
like foliage. Argentina. Pkt. 15c.

♦GILIA LEPTALEA — eox(2-3)18. Clustered rose-colored
blossoms. Fine foliage. Pkt. 10c.

♦GILIA MULTICAULIS — eobx(3-4)25. Campanulate flow¬
ers, lilac or violet, in loose terminal clusters. Plants much-
branched and floriferous. Pkt. 15c.

GILIA RUBRA — eotcbdh(3)48. Tawny-throated coral blos¬
soms in great spikes. Lacy foliage. Magnificently showy.
Sow it largely. Pkt. 15c; Y& oz. 40c.

OFFER 53B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 75c.

GILIA — For other species, see Linanthus.

Usually I am able to fill orders in full as given, but
sometimes a kind is in short supply, and becomes
sold out. I suggest, therefore, that a few kinds be
added as alternates, in making up orders.

GILLENIA TRIFOLIATA — cbsth(3)30. Splendid orna¬
mental foliage, and sprays of long-petalled white or blush !
stars. For cutting. Pkt. 25c. *

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CALOCHORTUS
EL DORADO ■

CAMAkSlAL
LEICHf LIN I

Fu\vA . LEUCOJUM

THE RARER GLADIOLI

The Gladiolus grows readily from seed, sometimes bloom¬
ing first year, almost certainly the second. Sow early, or
shade seed bed, else seed will sulk.

GLADIOLUS ALEPPICUS — Seeds just in from Palestine.
Species probably Syrian also. Most Gladioli of the mid-sea
basin are winter-hardy. No other data. Pkt. 25c.

GLADIOLUS CALLISTUS — uftk(w) 36. Pale pink, with
carmine. Delicate coloring, robust habit. Pkt. 20c.

GLADIOLUS HIRSUTUS — uftk(w) 30. Rich pink, yellow
throat. Fragrant. Pkt. 20c.

GLADIOLUS PSITTACINUS — uftk(w)48. Brilliant scar¬
let, with orange lip. Showy. Pkt. 15c.

GLADIOLUS TRISTUS — utw25. Avondbloem. Cream-yel¬
low flushed brown. Evening fragrant. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 40c.

OFFER 54B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 80c.

GLADIOLUS PEERLESS STRAIN — uftk(w) 50. Seeds
saved from named varieties, including blue sorts. Should
produce some wonderfully fine things, and anyway it is
always interesting to see what will come of a sowing, since
each seedling is bound to be different. Pkt. 15c; *4 oz. 60c;
54 OZ. $1.00.

GLAUCIUM PEERLESS BLEND

These delightful poppy-cousins would be worth growing
for their flowers, were their foliage of the ugliest; and
worth growing for their foliage, were their flowers merit-less.
Actually, of course, they are treasured alike for their
exquisitely silk-textured blossoms of lemon, buff, gold,
orange or scarlet, — and for their decoratively feathered
tangles of silver-frosted leafage. Sown early, will often
bloom first year, but may be sown as late as September
for bloom the following summer. Height variable, 12 to 36
inches. So easy that it takes genius to fail with them. Pkt. 15c.

THE GLORY LILY

The Gloriosas grow with fair readiness from seed sown
in open ground beds in early spring, or under glass at
other seasons. Dig tubers in autumn and store over winter
in sand in cool cellar. Two-year-old tubers should bloom.
May be treated either as a summer-flowering bulb, gladiolus-
fashion, or as a pot plant. Surprisingly spectacular.
GLORIOSA PLANTI — uftcbk(htw) (3)48. Wavy blossoms
open to clearest yellow, remaining so in shade, but in sun
taking on tones of tangerine and bronzy scarlet. 10 seeds
for 25c; 45 seeds for $1.00.

GLORIOSA ROTHSCHILD I AN A — uftcbk(htw) (3)48.
Glory Lily. Gorgeous irridescent crimson, undulate, and
sometimes gold-edged, or even rose-tinted. Quite variable.
8 seeds for 25c; 36 seeds for $1.00.

GLORIOSA ROTHSCHILDIANA LEMON YELLOW—
A rare color-form from Abyssinia. 4 seeds for 25c.
GLORIOSA SUPERBA — uftcbk(htw) (3)48. Frilled, re¬
curved blossoms, red. with margin of gold. An altogether
satisfactoi-y species. Pkt. 15c; % oz. 50c; 54 oz 8 Sc"
SANDERSONIA AURANTIACA — vuftk(utw) (3) 50. A
rarer cousin of Gloriosa, with same uses and needs. Widely
bell-shaped flowers of wonderfully brilliant oranee. Pkt 25c
OFFER 55B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.00.

GLOXINIA PEERLESS BLEND — htw. Blossoms of
largest size and richest colorings, superbly tigered and
spotted. Most showy house plant. Pkt. 25c.

♦GODETIA CRIMSON VELVET— eobx (3-4) 25. Blossoms
of fullest doubleness, a richly intense maroon. Of extraor¬
dinary showiness. Branching plants. Pkt. 15c.

♦GODETIA SYBIL SHERWOOD— eobx(2-3)20. Big blos¬
soms like crumpled silk, salmon pink, orange-tinged, but
edged with white. Pkt. 15c.

GOLDEN ROD— See Solidago.

*GOMPHRENA AUREA SUPERB A — eocbx (3-4)24. Gol¬
den-orange to rich burnt orange. Most showy in garden,
or may be dried as strawflower. Pkt. 10c.

GORMANIA WATSONI — ergx8. Fat gray leaves, dainty
cream-yellow bloom above. Hardy succulent. Pkt. 15c.

GRINDELIA LANCEOLATA — ebncdx(3)36. Inch-wide
golden daisies that will remain fresh, without water, for
several days when cut. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c.

0YPSOPHILA or BABY’S BREATH

The Gypsophilas are valued for delicate, misty border
effects, but also for cutting, adding lightness and airy grace
to a bouquet or flower arrangement. For a full cutting-
succession all season long, use Paniculata, Pacifica, and
Oldhamiana, each of these beginning to bloom as its prede¬
cessor leaves off.

GYPSOPHILA MANGINI — eucbx(3)36. Panicles of
rather large flowers of most delicate rose shading. Pkt. 15c.

GYPSOPHILA OLDHAMIANA— eucbx(4-5) 36. New spe¬
cies from north Manchuria. Little blossoms of delicate pink
shadings, are carried in close but most graceful panicles.
Latest in blooming. Of great hardiness. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c.
GYPSOPHILA PACIFICA— ecbx(3-4)36. It is even lighter
and more daintily airy than Paniculata, but the individual
blossoms are larger; not too large for mixing with other
cut flowers, yet large enough to be effective alone. Color¬
ing varies from plant to plant, purest white, soft flesh tint-
ings, even a delicate, but true pink. Pkt. 15c; & oz. 30c;
Ys oz. 50c.

GYPSOPHILA PANICULATA — eucbx(2-3)36. Loosely
carried, diffusely branching panicles of snow white flowers.
Pkt. 5c; Yu oz. 25c; 1 oz. 65c.

GYPSOPHILA REPENS — erx(8)8. Mounds and cushions
of attractive and dark-hued foliage, with sprays of pearly
whiteness above through spring and summer. Right for the
rock garden. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 56B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 55c.

HARDENBERGIA COMPTONIANA— htw. Excellent con¬
servatory plant. Pinnate foliage. Racemes of handsome
violet-blue flowers. Pkt. 20c.

HARTMANNIA SPECIOSA— *erbx(2-3)24. Satiny, three-
inch blossoms open translucent white, but deepen to dainty
pink. Sometimes called Wind Primrose. Prefers light soil.
Quick, reasonably persistent, beautiful. Pkt. 15c.

HAWORTHIA MARGARITIFERA— htw. Thick succulent
leaves are studded with pearly dewdrops. Pkt. 20c.

HEDYCHIUM GARDNERIANUM — euftbx(htw) (4 or 7)

40. Garland Lily. Soft yellow flowers, spicily perfumed.
Canna culture, or force. Pkt. 15c.

HEDYCHIUMS MIXED— euftbx(htw) (4-7). Tall spikes
of showy flowers, lemon, gold, rose or crimson. Always
fragrant. Good pot plant, or garden. Pkt. 10c; Ys o z. 25c.

H EL I A NTH EM UM NUMMULARIUM — ergfltx(3)8.
Handsome, gray-leaved bushlet with silky blossoms, white,
lemon, copper or rose. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c.
HELIANTHEMUM TUBERARIA — erdfh(2-3)4. Sun
Rose. Wide mats of silvered foliage, with blossoms like
yellow satin. Full sun. Drought resistant. Pkt. 25c.
♦HELIANTHUS CUCUMERFOLIUS ROSEUS — eocbx
(3-4)50. Delightful shadings of old rose, over pale primrose
yellow. Rieht for cutting. Pkt. 10c.

HELIANTHUS GIGANTEUS — *ecbtx(4)84. Flowers of
bright lemon. Excellent background. Pkt. 15c.
HELIANTHUS ORGYALIS — *ecbltx(5)90. Column Sun¬
flower. First half of the season the plants are grouped
foot-wide pillars of rippling, undulating greenery. Then
quickly they double in height, each stem topped with a
branching four-foot panicle of pretty little yellow blossoms.

A most desirable plant for the hardy border, no trace of
coarseness, but always strikingly decorative. See illustration,
page 9. Pkt. 15c: Ys oz. 35c.

HELIANTHUS TUBEROSA — eunbh(4)72. Jerusalem Arti¬
choke. A most worthy, showy Sunflower, not coarse. Tubers
are edible, cooked like potatoes, or raw with oil and
vinegar as a salad. Pkt. 15c.

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HELLEBORUS or CHRISTMAS ROSE

HELLEBORUS NIGER — cbzyl8. True Christmas Rose.
Lovely white or rose-flushed flowers. Very hardy. A few
niild days sometimes bring established plants into bloom
in late winter. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 50c.

HELLEBORUS ORIENTALIS HYBRIDS — cbzyl8. Len¬
ten Rose. Blooms in March. Rose, claret and purple. Pkt. 15c.

HELLEBORUS VIRIDIS — bnzyl6. Curious pale green
and purple flowers. Pkt. 15c.

HELLEBORUS CORSICUS — cbzyl8. Rare hardy species
from Corsica, with pale yellow flowers; the foliage decorative,
glossy emerald with serrate edges. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 57B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 50c.

HEMEROCALLIS HYBRIDS

Here are the new Day Lilies that have of late been so
much in horticultural news. Marvelous tones of lemon, buff,
gold, orange and copper, with tawny shadings and ruddy
overlays. Many are fragrant, all are hardy. About half the
seed in this blend is saved directly from large-flowering
hybrid named varieties. The balance is product of hand-
pollenized blooms of such species as Dumortieri, Minor,
Aurantiaca, Middendorffi, Fulva, Citrina. Flava and Serotina,
pollen in each instance, and daily, being transferred with
soft brush, from one species to another. There should be
rather wonderful variation among the plants produced from
this seed. Hemerocallis seed grows quite readily if sown
while soil is cool, late fall or early spring. Any sowings
made in summer, should be in carefully shaded seed-bed.
The Day Lilies cut well, and are always ornamental in the
border. They seem to have no diseases, and given any
chance at all, they will thriftily take care of themselves.
Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 60c; *4 oz. $1.00.

HEPATIC A ACUTILOBA — rnltsty(l)8. Lovely flower of
early spring. Blossom-cups in green ruffs. Lustrous lilac,
blue and. purple will appear, with blush white and buff-
tinged pink. Hepaticas may be forced effectively and
readily. Pkt. 20c.

HEPATICA TRILOBA — Different leaf shape, and acid
tolerant. Otherwise like acutiloba. Pkt. 20c.

HESPERALOE PARVIFLORA — ehtw40. Handsome semi¬
succulent that seems to blend Yucca, Aloe and Agave. Tall
inflorescence of pretty rosy-red bells. Hardy in south, but
for pot or tub culture north. Pkt. 15c.

HESPERANTHERA BUHRI — eufx(utw) (1-7)8. Pink
buds open to fragrant white at dusk. Pkt. 20c.

HESPERO YUCCA WHIPPLEI — ebfdx(3)12 ft. Our
Lord’s Candle. Massive white spires above blue-green
leaf-swords. Full sun, sheltered from north wind. Pkt. 15c.

HETEROTHECA SUBAXILLARIS — *eotnbdh(4-5)36.

A most showy many-petalled daisy of glossy gleaming gold.
Blossoms of medium size, one-inch. For blue-and-gold
effects, cut with Tahoka Daisy. Will naturalize. Pkt. 15c.

HEX AGLOTTIS LONGIFOLIA — utw(l)18. Bright yellow
blossoms, Tigridia-like in form. Pkt. 15c.

HIBISCUS GIANT HYBRIDS — ebnh(3)60. Immense flow¬
er bowls, from palest pink suffusions, through pure pink,
to rose, with others snowy white or richest crimson. Mag¬
nificent in the border, or a wonderful flowering hedge.
Fully hardy. Pkt. 10c; Yt oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

♦HIBISCUS TRIONUM — eobdx(2-5)25. Trailing Holly¬
hock. Great lvory-hued cups, violet patched, and with

golden anthers. Blooms for months. Bushy procumbent..
See illustration, page 2. Pkt. 10c.

mERACIUM VILLOSUM — erbh(3)30. Silver Shag.,
bluffy golden flowers above silky, silvery leaves. Pkt. 15c
HOLLY— See Ilex.

HOMERIA COLLINA AURANTIACA — *euftx(utw) 13)
20 Big flowers of brightest Salmon orange t^hsTarie,

bufb ipkt. lSc;ea5?' orC50'c.and sa,isfactor>' Tigridia-like

HONEY BELLS — See Nothoscordum.

HOUSTONIA COERULEA— ernah(l-3)8. Innocence. My¬
riads of exquisite, tiny blue stars on airy stems, above
close foliage. Always delightful. Pkt. 20c

HOUST°NIA PURPUREA_»ernh(8)9. Bushy plants, with
multitudes of little lilac blossoms. Pkt. 20c.

HOVENIA. DIJLCIS- jy 30 ft. Attractive hardy tree with
sugary raisin-like fruits. Pkt. 15c.

^HYACINTH MULLEIN — See Verbascum Phoeniceum

HYACINTH

A name that covers pleasing bulb-flowers from six-inch
miniatures to five-foot plants, all hardy, and all likeable.

HYACINTHUS AMETH YSTINUS— eurnzy(l)6. An ex¬
quisite alpine. Translucent blue. Pkt. 20c.
HYACINTHUS AMETHYSTINUS ALBUS — Blossoms
like clustered white pearls. Pkt. 20c.

HYACINTHUS AZUREUS — eurnzy(l)9. Unique early-
flowering miniature. Sky-blue, or brighter. Highly effective.
See illustration, page 12. Pkt. 15c: Ys oz. 50c.
HYACINTHUS CANDICANS — euftcbx(3) 60. Summer
Hyacinth. Great spires of creamy bells. Quick, and of
striking decorative effect. See illustration, page 31. Pkt.
10c; Ys oz. 20c; Y\ oz. 35c.

HYACINTHUS ORIENTAL IS — ubzy ( 1) 16. Showy Dutch
Hyacinth. From named sorts. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 58B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 70c.

HYPERICUM or ST. JOHN'S-WORT

For long spreads of lively, scintillant gold, Hypericum
is beyond peer.

HYPERICUM BUCKLEI — ersth(3) 12. True hardy shrub
only a foot tall, mantled in an always ornamental foliage of
blue-green, this scarlet in autumn. From June until mid-
August the bush-lets are loaded with inch-wide flowers of
deep and polished yellowness. Of high deserving; but still
rare. Pkt. 20c.

HYPERICUM CORIS — rfltx(2) 12. Cloud-like blue-gray
foliage, with sprays of sparkling sun-gold above. Worth
protection north. Pkt. 20c.

HYPERICUM LANCEOLATUM— qmfx(3) 6 ft. Showy
water-side shrub; yellow-flowered, of course. Pkt. 15c.
HYPERICUM LANUGINOSUM — erltstx (2-4)20. Tasseled
blossoms of soft butter-yellow in enormous profusion for a
full three months. Some other Hypericums have larger
flowers, but none more of them. Frosty foliage, and oddly
black-bracted buds. Makes yard-wide mat-colonies with
time. Coast of Syria. A good species of full hardiness. Pkt.
15c; -jjj oz. 40c.

HYPERICUM OLYMPICUM — erx(3)12. Blue-foliaged
hillocks covered with inch-wide blossoms of glowing gold.
Pkt. 20c.

HYPERICUM PATULUM HENRYI — qx(4)36. Evergreen
shrub, with two-inch flowers of glossy yellow. Pkt. 15c.
HYPERICUM POLYPHYLLUM — erfltx(2)6. Silvery
plants, starred brilliantly with fantastic gold. Pkt. 20c.
HYPERICUM REPTANS — rgx(2-3)6. Rich green carpets;
buds of bronze; blossoms of shining citron. Pkt. 20c.
HYPERICUM VIRGATUM — eratmk(2) 16. Little blossoms
of an odd copper-amber shade. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 59B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.45.

HYPOXIS HIRSUTUS — urmh(8) 19. Friendly little blos¬
soms of glossy yellow. An Amaryllis cousin. Pkt. 20c.
HYPOXIS STELLATA ELEGANS— utw(7) 12. Big stars,
banded blue on white. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

ILEX or HOLLY

The Ilexes are all ornamental, and of reasonable hardi¬
ness, English Holly being least so. Ilex seed is slow to
germinate, and often lies dormant for months, but is quite
sure to sprout finally.

ILEX AQUIFOLIUM — jy 40 ft. English Holly. Hand¬
some, red-berried evergreen. Variable. Pkt. 10c.

ILEX GLABRA — qy 6 ft. Inkberry. Glossy, leathery
evergreen leaves. Inky black berries. Pkt. 15c.

ILEX OPACA — jy 50 ft. American Holly. Spiny ever¬
green leaves and scarlet berries. Hardy to Massachusetts.
Pkt. 10c; Yu oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.00.

ILEX VERTICILLATA — qy 15 ft. Tall Winterberry.
Will give a brilliant showing of scarlet berries all winter.
A well-formed shrub. Pkt. 10c.

OFFER 60B7 — One pkt. each of above, for 35c.

*IMPATIENS ORCHESTRA ERSKINI — omstk(3)36.
Dancing Fairy. Exquisite pink blossoms that in form do
really simulate dancing fairies, sway lightly with every
breeze. A newly discovered rarity; from unpacified western
Abyssinia. Particularly recommended. Pkt. 25c.

INCARVILLEA GRANDIFLORA — ufrzh(2)8. Hardy
Gloxinia. Golden-throated flowers of flaming rose. Pkt. 20c ;
Ys oz. 75c.

INDIGOFERA KIRILKOWI— erqk(2)20. Splendid low-
growing shrub-perennial, with racemes of rose. Pkt. 10c.

INULA ROYLEI — cbh(4)25. Immense daisies that look
like long-rayed golden suns. Pkt. 15c.

INULA SALICINA — erbh(2)16. An Armenian mountaineer
of much beauty. Excellent foliage, mat-fashion, with long-
rayed “golden harvest’’ daisies in excessive abundance.
Pkt. 10c.

IONACTIS LINARIFOLIUS — ernbdath(4) 15. Splendid
close clusters of blue-lavender daisies, gold-centered, above
leafy mounds. Of excessive floriferousness. Pkt. 10c; Ys
oz. 40c.

IPOMEA LEPTOPHYLLA — eubdh(3-4)40. Bush Moon-
flower. Big, showy, rose-colored flowers with purple throats.
Handsome hardy perennial, standing drought. Pkt. 10c;
Ya oz. 35c.

*IPOMEA IMPERIAL GIANTS— eovx(htw). Here are
the super-giants of Morning Glories, nothing larger. Won¬
derful color range, white, blush, pink, rose, sky-blue, purple,
chocolate, varied reds and the like, with innumerable com¬
binations of contrasting margins and flakings. May be
grown as a vine in usual fashion, or to trail from a window
box. For breath-taking effectiveness, though, try the
Japanese manner, pot plants pruned to dwarf compact
bushiness, only one or two flowers being allowed to open.
By this handling, blossoms a full six inches in spread, may
be obtained, larger, and more delicately tinted than any
Petunia. You will be hard-put to convince your friends
that you are showing them Morning Glories. Pkt. 20c; Ys
oz. 35c.

IRID MARVEL BLEND — eu. For sheer beauty of form
and artistry of coloring, no group of flowers can excel the
Irids. Their petals show delicate self tones and rare shad¬
ings, or sometimes they may be embossed with vividly
contrasting hues. All grow quickly from seed, mostly flow¬
ering within the year; and being, (with a few exceptions),
bulbs, they may be carried over from season to season.
This mixture includes Homeria, Eustylis, Watsonia, Aristea.
Tigridia, Ixia, Sparaxis, Tritonia, Antholyza, Streptanthus,
Sisyrinchium, Anomatheca, Freesia, Morea, Romulea and
the like. Pkt. 20c.

THE IRISES

The species Irises offer a wealth of interesting beauty
for varied uses. All are reasonably hardy. Many Irises
will blossom surely the year following sowing, in the
manner of most perennials. Other kinds "will take an extra
year. There is so much variation in this respect, even
within the species, according to conditions, that I have
not attempted to use the “z” symbol. Nothing very diffi¬
cult about any of them, save to those persons of particularly
impatient temperament.

IRIS ARENARIA — ery(l-2)8. Pretty little Iris of early
spring. Bronze-mahogany buds open to blossoms of yellow
vividness. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

IRIS AUREA — cby(2)42. Splendid rich yellow. A noble
species. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS BRACTEATA — rndatsth (2) 15. Bright yellow, veined
mahogany. Pretty. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS BUCHARICA — ufcry(2)18. Orchid-like flowers of
satiny yellow from the leaf axils of dwarf “cornstalks.”
Unique. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 60c.

IRIS BULLEYANA — cbh(2)24. Deep lilac standards.
Creamy yellow falls. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS CALIFORNIA HYBRIDS — crny(2)20. A fully
hardy strain that will give many delightful surprises. Won¬
derfully variable color range. I recommend this highly.
Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 40c.

IRIS CHRYSOFOR — rch(2)24. A race of particularly
beautiful and quick-blooming hybrid Irises, producing multi¬
tudes of orchid-like flowers in colorings that range from
sulphur and gold, to rich bronze, from blue-lavender to
purple velvet. Usually blooms second season. Pkt. 20c;

IRIS CHRYSOGRAPHES — rcy(2)24. Velvety purple, in¬
scribed with gold. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS CHRYSOPHYLLA — rnsth(2)14. A lovely little Iris,
of soft primrose yellow. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS CLARKEI — cbh(2)24. Varies from deep blue to
crimson purple. Pkt. 15c; Y\ oz. 50c.

IRIS CRISTATA — ratsth(2)8. Flowers like crumpled silk,
of palest blue, gold-patched, and with snowy fringed crest.
Exquisite. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS CRISTATA OUACHITA— A rare local race from the
Ouachita Hills of Arkansas. Paler back-ground, but marked
vividly in peacock-eye effect with violet-blue penciling about
orange crest-blotch. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS DELAVA YI— cbmy (2) 48. Rich red-violet. Like a
more robust I. sibirica. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 40c.

IRIS DE VITRY ART SHADES — cbh(2)36. A French
strain of Bearded Irises, showing pastel tones and delicate
shadings; lilac, fawn, buff, copper bronze, tawny wine, and
the like, with stormcloud effects. Flowers are usually
wavy, and spreading in form. They bloom rather late,
mostly after the other bearded Irises are done. Pkt. 15c;
Ys oz. 40c; Yi, oz. 75c.

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IRIS DELTA BLEND — cbh(2). The very best of the
wonderful and unique species discovered but a few years
ago, in the lower Louisiana delta area. They are fully
hardy in the north, and will thrive in the ordinary garden.
The blooming begins as the “German” Irises are fading,
and last until the Japanese Irises are past their prime. The
blossoms have rather the form of the Japanese Iris. Height
varies from thirty inches to full seven feet. Some 200
distinct variations of hue, shade or tone have been re¬
corded. They show the clearest of sky blues, then lavender
to purple, red-violet, lilac or cerise. And there are tawny
shades, pink tones, old rose, mahogany and ruddy orange,
with some that are well called red. Many have golden
crests, and the flowers are of the largest size. If I could
grow but one class of Irises, it would be this. Big seeds.
Pkt. of 10 seeds for 25c; 25 for 50c; 100 for $1.50.

IRIS HAYNEI — rbdh(l)20. Rare Palestine species. Huge
flowers, netted and dotted violet-black over ground color
of gray tawniness. Unique. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS HOOGIANA — cby(2)30. An aristocrat of Irises. Big,
charmingly formed flowers, silvery blue to purple. Turkestan.
Pkt. 35c.

IRIS HYACINTHINA — erbdh(2)20. Foliage fountains;
butterfly flowers of delicious, diaphanous blue. They have
been called “sapphire daffodils.” From west China and
Thibet. Endures drought. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

IRIS HYBRIDA JOSEPHINE— erbcy(l-2) 18. An excel¬
lent large-flowered hybrid Iris, intermediate, that seems to
come true from seed. Fine soft yellow. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS DICHOTOMA— *ebh(4)50. The Vesper Iris. Fra¬
grant blossoms, variably lavender, in delightful form. August.
See page 2 for description, and outside cover for illustration.
Ikt. 15c; £4 oz. 40c; 54 oz. 75c.

IRIS DICHOTOMA WHITE WINGS— Blossoms typically
white with yellow centers, but some will be creamy, others
will show faint lavender suffusions, and a certain percentage
of reversions to amethystine violet must be expected. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS DOUGLASIANA — cry(2)18. Variable blue-violet, to
mauve, lilac pink and creamy yellow. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS DWARF HYBRIDS— erby( 1-2) 12. Hybrids chiefly
of Iris pumila and I. charnaeiris. Flowers of full “German”
Iris size and form, but dwarf plants, and coming many
weeks earlier. Extraordinary range and brilliance of color¬
ing. Anyone who tries them, will surely be pleased with the
high average excellence cf the seedlings, from a horticul¬
turist’s viewpoint. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 35c; 54 oz. 60c; 1 oz. $2.

IRIS ENSATA — ebdh(2)28. Sword Iris. Attractive lilac,
purple or white flowers, veiled by fountains of decorative,
graceful foiiage. Roots deeply and widely. One would need
dynamite to dig it. That’s probably why it is so drought-
resistant. Just the Iris for semi-arid regions. Easiest cul¬
ture. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.25.

IRIS FLAVISSIMA — See Iris arenaria.

IRIS FOLIOSA — by(2) 16. Massive flowers of lavender-
blue, amid foliage fountains. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS FONTANESI — ufrdy(l)20. Light blue, with gold-
banded falls. From Barbary. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS FORRESTI — crmy(2)18. Dainty flowers of clear

lemon, or brown netted. Sibirica type. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS FULVA — cbmy(2)30. Copper Iris. Open airy flowers
in a shade that lies between new copper and bronze, deepen¬
ing to brown velvet toward the center. See illustration,
page 19. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

IRIS FULVIOSA HYBRIDS— cby(2)28. Shades of lus¬
trous blue and velvety tyrian purple. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS GIANT HYBRIDS — cbh(2). Seeds saved from fine
named varieties of the tall bearded “German” Irises. Ought
to be great things from this. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

-IRIS GIGANTICOERULEA— cby(2)50. The Great Blue
Delta Iris, likely the largest and most showy Iris of the
Western Hemisphere. Flowers always of great size, but
length of stem is variable, for there would seem to be two
intermingled strains of the species, one low, one high. The
color is purest coerulean blue, with tiny yellow crest, and
a bit of white veining at base of falls. Pkt. of 12 seeds for
25c; 30 seeds for 50c; 100 seeds for $1.40.

IRIS GLADWYN (Iris foetidissima)— rbgsty (2)20. Flowers
usually blue-tawny, or rarely, lemon with brown veinings.
Seeds of a brilliant scarlet showiness, the pods splitting
when ripe. Pods often dried for winter bouquets. A fine
thing, despite the discouraging specific name given it by
Linnaeus. Must be he disliked roast beef, for that is just
the savory odor of the crushed foliage. A sniff of it would
be clarion-call to any valiant trencher-man. Pkt. 15c; 54
oz. 40c.

IRIS GRACILIPES — rhtsty(2)9. Exquisite fragile blos¬
soms of sky-blue, orange marked. A fairy among Irises.
Of full garden hardiness in cool soil and light shade, but
will make an extraordinarily pretty pot plant if one so
desires. Pkt. 35c.

IRIS GRAMINEA — ecrh(2)20. The falls are blue on
white, standards wine-stained, the fragrance that of ripe
apricots. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

IRIS HALOPHILA — erbh(2)24. Creamy yellow flowers,
oddly formed, striped and stained gray-purple. A hardy
Persian species. Pkt. 20c.

IRI HARTWEGGI — ry(2)10. Straw yellow, silvery lilac,
or purple. Very pretty. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS INOMINATA — rh(2). A rare and very lovely hardy
species. Large undulate blossoms of soft golden apricot,
lightly pencilled purple. Sometimes, though, the flowers
are altogether purple, or of that delicate lilac-lavender that
we associate with Cattleya Orchids. Usually only six inches
tall, but again it may be three times that height. Sun or
light shade. Usually blooms second year. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS JAPONICA — rhy (htw) (2) 18. As lovely as an Or¬
chid. Crispy, fringey petals, soft lavender, with purple
and orange. Fine pot plant. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS KAEMPFERI IMPERIAL— ecbmh(2)36. About the
best possible strain of giant-flowered Japanese Irises.
Superb color spread ; white gold-banded, blue, azure, mauve,
royal purple and crimson, in self hues, or netted and
splashed. Many will be double. Pkt. 20c; 54 oz. 85c.

IRIS KUMAONENSIS — ry(2)8. Large flowers, purple-
marbled on lighter ground. Short stem. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS LAEVIGATA — ecbmh(2)36. True species, called
finest of blue Irises. Very large flattened flowers of pure
blue or white, edged with purple. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS LAEVIGATA PURPLE IMPERIAL— This form has
blossoms with long drooping falls of richest purple, black
velvet shadings, good blotch at base. Standards deep violet.
Begins with Kaempferi, but blooms longer. Pkt. 20c

IRIS LONGIPETALA — cbmh(2)25. A charming Iris, with
large lavender-blue flowers, or rarely white with violet.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.25.

IRIS LORTETI — rdy(2)12. A rare and most beautiful
Oncocyclus Iris from the Lebanon. Rounded falls minutely
dotted crimson on cream. The large standards are veined
violet on ground of pale rosy lilac. 4 seeds for 25c.

IRIS MACROSIPHON — rh(l)8. Large purple flowers,
banded and veined straw yellow. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS MANDSHURICA— erdh(2)8. Brightest yellow with
orange beard. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

IRIS MELANOSTICTA— rdy(2)10. Flowers black-spotted
over green-yellow. Transjordana. 3 seeds for 25c.

IRIS MELLITA — ery(l-2)8. The name means “delight,”
but II Penseroso might be more fitting. Farrar calls it
subtle and sad, but says no rock garden should be without
it. Very dwarf, very early, with big blossoms of violet, rich
with mahogany suffusion. Again it may be creamy, with
tintings of mulberry and chocolate. Full hardiness. Bul¬
garia. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS MILESI — by(2)36. Handsome ruddy purple flowers,
with darker marblings. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS MISSOURIENSIS — cby(2)25. Fine flowers of soft
blue or sometimes white. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 50c.

IRIS MONNIERI — cby(2)40. Like Iris ochroleuca, but
the splendid flowers are clear lemon yellow. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS OCHRAUREA — cby(2)50. Splendid hybrid, with'
giant flowers of soft yellow. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS OCHROLEUCA GIGANTEA — cbzy(2)60. The^
Gold-banded Iris. Ivory-white flowers, painted gold. Makes
a magnificent showing. Pkt. 20c; Ye, oz. 40c.

IRIS ORIENTALIS — ecbh(2)36. An excellent and easy
Iris, with blossoms blue, white, or red-violet; diversely
shaded, blended and marked. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c. r

IRIS ORIENTAL BOUQUET— ecbh (1)40. ’ Tallest and
possibly most variable as to coloring, of the early-flowering
Irises, blooming in May. The blossoms, two or three to
each stem, are carried high above the foliage. White ex¬
quisite amethyst, azure, indigo, violet; scarce two plants
show alike. Seems to belong in general Sibirica-Orientalis-
Delavayi-Clarkei subsection. Highly recommended Pkt 1 <5r •
54 oz. 30c; 54 oz. 50c; 1 oz. $1.25.

IRIS PALLIDA— ecbh(2)36. Fragrant flowers of largest
size. Clear, cool lavender. Fine. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS PRISMAT1CA ecrbnmh (2)24. A dainty and easy
H-is, with flowers of pure violet, the curled falls white
with blue veinings. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

IRIS PSEUDACORUS — ecbnmh(2)35. Rich burnished
yellow, often brown-veined. Thrives in ordinary border,
but likewise may be used for naturalizing along streams
or about pool margins. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 75c.

IRIS PSEUDACORUS CREAM PRIMROSE — Lovely pale
yellow form. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS PURDYI — rny(2) 15. Soft yellow to tawny pinkish
purple. Charming. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS RUTHENICA — erh(l-2)7. Dainty dwarf Iris of the
steppes, Roumania to the Altai. Large blossoms with hori¬
zontal falls, white with deep purple veinings. Standards

dark blue. Much sought. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS SAMBUCINA— cby(2)25. Claret-colored falls, stan¬

dards of soft yellow, purple-stained. Elder-blossom per¬
fume. Most attractive. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS SETOSA— rby(2)25. The Alaska Iris. Showy, flat¬
tened blossoms of bright blue. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS SHELFORD GIANT— cbh(2) SO. Magnficent English
hybrid. Giant flowers of creamy yellow, blotched golden
orange. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz . 60c.

IRIS SIBIRICA HYBRIDS— ecbh(2)36. In this easy and
very satisfactory Iris section, there will be pure and suffused
whites, lavender, azure, indigo, purple and red-violet. Seed
from fourteen named varieties. Will thrive anywhere. Pkt.

10c; 54 oz. 30c; 1 oz. $1.00.

IRIS SIBIRICA BLUE KING— Rich blue, marked purple.

Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c.

IRIS SIBIRICA PERRY’S BLUE — Clear azure, almost
sky blue. Delightful shade. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS SIBIRICA SNOW QUEEN — Purest snowy white,
with rich yellow patch. Profuse, easy, beautiful. Fine for
cutting. Foliage, too, is attractive. Possibly a hybrid.

Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.10.

IRIS SINTENISI — rbh(2)20. Flowers of Spanish Iris form,
a curious blend of lilac, gray-lavender and tawny buff on
white. Ridged seed-pods. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 30c.

IRIS SOFARANA — rbdy(2)18. Curious Iris, local on
Lebanon. Very like Iris susiana, save that the ground
color is cream, rather than gray, and the netting deep pur¬
ple, rather than black. Give full sun and good drainage. 6
seeds for 20c; 17 seeds for 50c.

IRIS SPURIA BLEND— ecrbh(y) (2). A group of likeable
Irises, with blossoms of most distinct form, and with a
range of coloring that, unlike most others, _ carries, a minimum
of blue and violet, running more to white, varied yellows,
orchid, silvery and tawny shades. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 35c;

54 oz. 60c.

IRIS STYLOSA — (Iris unguicularis)rcfy(htw) . Beautiful
and large flowers of bright lilac. Tends to be winter-bloom¬
ing, any time from October to February, so usually handled
under glass in north. 4 seeds for 25c.

IRIS TECTORUM — rby(2)16. Roof. Iris of Japan. Loose
sprays of large, flat flowers, with white crests. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS TENAX — erch(2)16. A graceful and pleasing Iris,
long in bloom. Variable, from lavender to creamy white,
mauve pink and claret. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.

IRIS TENAX SPECIAL SELECTIONS — erch(2)16.
Special selections for color variation, taken from wild plants
in all parts of the Iris tenax range. Pure white, through
pale pink and mauve, to dark, velvety purples, some veined
with violet, others with white. Then there are exquisite
pink and buff combinations. The ordinary Iris tenax, fine
as it is, cannot compare with this. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS TRIPETALA — erby(l-2)20. Big flaring falls of var¬
iable shades of blue and violet, often netted. Standards are
absent, or reduced to merest vestigal points, giving odd
effect to blossom. Greatly floriferous. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS TUBEROSA — urby(l)16. A tuberous-rooted Iris-
segregate, now to be known (correctly) as Hermodactyius.
Flowers like some strangely ornate serpent-head from a
Mayan carving; the falls, black velvet; the ophidian stan¬
dards, lurid green of jade. If were-wolves, why not were-
flowers, for of a surety there is an air of weird bewitchment
about this one? Seed takes its own time to germinate, but
is sure enough eventually. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS VERNA — ernatsth(2) 9. Exquisite blossoms of rich
blue and gold. Soft violet fragrance. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS VERSICOLOR — ecbnmh(2)36. Royal blue violet,
marked creamy yellow, but may vary attractively. Thrives
in border, or by stream margins, etc. Good. Pkt. 10c;

54 oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.25.

IRIS VERSICOLOR CLARET CUP — Glowing wine red.

Very beautiful. Pkt. 20c.

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IRIS VIRGINICA — ecbnmh(2)30. An excellent easy Iris,
very like Iris versicolor. Pkt. 10c.

IRIS WILSONI — rbh(2)28. Creamy yellow standards,
bright yellow falls. Plant with Iris sibirica. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS XIPHIOIDES— ENGLISH IRIS — ucbmy(l-2)24. L/
Showiest of the true bulbous Irises. Likes cool soil, with
ample moisture. Slow germinating, but will come strongly
eventually. Magnificent flowers like great Orchids, in
sapphire, lavender, lilac, smoky rose, violet crimson and
tawny purple, with others flaked and striped. Pkt. 10c;

54 oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.50.

OFFER 61B7 — One pkt. each of the 82 Irises offered
above, for $13.50.

OFFER 62B7 — Representative Collection of Dwarfer Irises.

One pkt. each of Arenaria, Mellita, Dwarf Hybrids, Verna,
Ruthenica, Cristata, California Hybrids and Tuberosa, for
$1.25.

OFFER 63B7 — Representative Collection of Taller Irises.

One pkt. each of Dichotoma, Delta Blend, Missouriensis,
Spuria Blend, Oriental Bouquet, Laevigata, De Vitry Art
Shades, Hyacinthina and Gladw7yn, for $1.25.

IRIS AVALON BLEND

Seeds of all Irises that I stock are contained in this
superb mixture, not, of course, in equal proportion, for
some kinds are too rare for this, but at least a little of
each, and much of many, to produce a balance of color
and form, that cannot, I believe, be excelled. Here is the
opportunity to secure fine Irises in quantity. Special large
pkg. 15c; 54 oz. 25c; 54 oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.25; 54 lb. $4.00.

AUTUMN SOWING

Seeds of certain rockery and border perennials, and
of many bulbs, shrubs and trees, seem to need a
period of exposure to low temperatures. The best
way to handle such seeds, is to sow them in open
ground seed beds in late autumn, or indeed at any
time through the winter when the ground may be
open enough to permit. Sowing in cold frame is, of
course, even better. The seed bed should be lightly
mulched with peat moss, buckwheat hulls, straw or
litter to keep it from drying out, and to prevent
frost heaving. Autumn or winter sowing is particu¬
larly advised with seeds marked with key letter “y.”
Kinds marked “h” may also be so sown. Usually a
surprisingly strong spring germination will be ob¬
tained from late fall or winter owings of these sup¬
posedly more difficult kinds.

ISATIS GLAUCA — ebx (2-3)42. Pyramids of blue foliage,
with plenteous showery umbels of little yellow blossoms
above; these followed by long-hanging, decoratively dangling,
black seed-fruits. Why is this desirable and easy border-
accent plant so little known? Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

IXIA PEERLESS BLEND — eufcx(utw) (1)20. Blossoms
of pink, rose, crimson, lilac, orange or cream, often banded
contrastingly. Wonderful for winter forcing, or hardy well
north, planted deeply and protected. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.
IXIA VIRIDIFLORA — utw(l)20. Blossoms glossy sea-
green, patched shining black; or again, opalescent, blue
without, pink within. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

IXIOLIRION MONTANUM — uftrbh(l)16. Ixia Lily.
Clusters of starry trumpet blossoms, deepest blue, or rarely
rose-striped. Store bulbs in winter, Gladiolus fashion. Pkt.
20c; 54 oz. 75c.

JACK-IN-THE-PULPIT — See Arisaema triphyllum.
JACOBEA — See Senecio.

JASIONE MONTANA — *eotcbx(2-3) 14. A delightful and
prodigally floriferous campanulad; blue, fluffy, airy. A
plant of lovable attractiveness. Will self-sow sufficiently
for its own maintainance. Pkt. 15c.

JASIONE PERENNIS — erbx(3)14. Pretty fluffy light
blue globes. A Campanula-cousin that looks like a Scabiosa,
Pkt. 15c.

JEFFERSONIA DIPHYLLA — rnsty(l)16. Twin Leaf.
Big starry white blossoms. Handsome foliage. Pkt. 15c.
JEFFERSONIA DUBIA — rnsty(l)18. Attractive foliage,
and bloom like banks of starry violets. Pkt. 15c.

JUNIPER WAUKEGAN — jqy. Makes dense mats, 8 inches
high, 12 feet across. Blue foliage in spring, purple in fall.
Unusual. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

JUNIPERUS SABINA — jqy. Graceful half-spreading habit.
Foundation planting. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

JUNIPERUS VIRGINIAN A — jy 75 ft. Red Cedar. Vari¬
able, but usually a densely tapering pillar, or with rugged
rounded head. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 40c.

KALANCHOE AETHIOPICA— htw. Rare species from
western Abyssinia, with splendid orange flowers. Semi¬
succulent. A magnificent pot plant, thirty inches. Pk. 25c.

KALMIA ANGUSTI FOLIA — qastch(2)30. Dwarf Laurel.
Clusters of delightful ruby-crimson. Thoreau called it hand¬
somest Laurel. Pkt. 15c; o z. 50c.

KALMIA CUNEATA — qmah(2)36. The delicately formed
and loose-clustered blossoms are white, with a wide band of
deep rose. Charmingly graceful, and the only deciduous
Laurel. Pkt. 15c.

KALMIA LATIFOLIA — qastch(2) 10 ft. True Mountain
Laurel. A rugged, evergreen shrub, superbly beautiful for
many weeks with its clustered blossoms of purest pink, ex¬
quisite in detail. Small plants bloom. Pkt. 10c; Y& oz. 40c.

KITAIBELIA VITIFOLIA — ebth(3-4)84. Great pillars of
plants, with big, showy, white to rose blossoms in the leaf
axils. Pkt. 15c.

KNIPHOFIA — See Tritoma.

KOELLIA FLEXUOSA — bnh(3)30. Heads of palest lav¬
ender, with narrow, silvered foliage. The ideal foil to
emphasize more brilliant flowers, or to separate colors.
Pkt. 15c.

KOELREUTERIA PANICULATA — jy 20 ft. Golden Rain
Tree. Enormous panicles of bright yellow for weeks in
late summer. Hardy. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c.

KOLKWITZIA AMABILIS — qy 6 ft. Beauty Bush. New
Chinese shrub with corymbs of exquisitely beautiful pink
bells, each with yellow throat. Pkt. 15c.

KRAUNHIA FRUTESCENS— vaty(2) 8 ft. Delightful
hardy vine, with clustered pendant sprays of blue-lavender
blossoms, in Wisteria fashion. Fragrant. Pkt. 20c.

KUHNISTERIA PINNATA — ecrb(3)18. Clustered, silky
white blossoms. Pretty. Pkt. 15c.

LABURNUM ALPINUM — jh 20 ft. Flowing Gold. Long
racemes of golden bloom in spring. Showy, hardy, disease
resistant. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c.

LACHENALIA

Handsome winter-flowering bulbs, with spikes of pendant
blossoms in bright colors. They remind one both of Lily
of the Valley and of Hyacinth, but they require exactly the
same handling and timing as Freesias. May be had in bloom
within six to eight months after seed sowing. *eutw(7).

LACHENALIA AUREA — Deepest, richest, golden orange,
on long stems. Early. Pkt. 20c.

LACHENALIA GLAUCINA — Dainty pendant bells, white,
with tintings of opal. Pkt. 20c.

LACHENALIA ORCHIOIDES — Spikes of creamy flowers,
deliciously tinted with rose, or blue of opal. Spotted leaves.
Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c.

LACHENALIA PENDULA — Handsome flowers of orange
red, tipped with emerald and purple. Recommended for
commercial possibilities, Showy, large. Pk. 20c; iV oz. 75c.

LACHENALIA PURPUREO-COERULEA — Bright and
showy lavender-blue. Pkt. 20c.

LACHENALIA REFLEXA — eutw(7). Pretty winter¬
flowering bulb, with loose spikes of rich yellow flowers.
Pkt. 20c.

LACHENALIA RUBIDA — Flowers of most brilliant pink.
Blooms early. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 64B7 — One pkt. each of above, for $1.10.
LACHENALIA PEERLESS BLEND— Cream, rich yellow,
crimson, rose, blue and iridescent opal-like tones. Extraor¬
dinarily varied. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 75c; 54 oz- $1.35.

LAGERSTROEMIA INDICA— *eqcby (3) 90. Crepe Myrtle
Splendid flowers with petals like crinkly silk, softest pink-
tinted to richest rose. A hardy, many-stemmed shrub to
about Philadelphia, but further north it may winter-kill to
the roots. The roots though, are hardy, at least if mulched,
and the plant may be treated as an herbaceous perennial
then, blooming freely on new shoots each year. Also makes
a good pot or tub plant, blooming two or three times a
year if cut back. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 50c.

LAPEIROUSIA (ANOMATHECA)

Easy, free-flowering bulbs, often blooming first year from
seed. Hardy with protection at Philadelphia, or may be
stored in sand in cellar over winter, or may be grown as
a pot plant. Almost ever-blooming. Twelve-inch flower
sprays.

LAPEIROUSIA ACULEATA — Pure white flowers, blotched
vividly with red. Pkt. 20c.

LAPEIROUSIA ANCEPS — Here the blossoms are rich
blue-violet. Pkt. 20c.

LAPEIROUSIA CORYMBOSA — White, with contrasting
band of bright blue. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

LAPEIROUSIA CRUENTA — Sprays of brilliant carmine
banded maroon. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 90c.

LAPEIROUSIA CRUENTA ALBA— Purest glossy white
Pkt. 20c.

LAPEIROUSIA FISSIFOLIA — Pale heliotrope, sweetly
perfumed. Very lovely. Pkt. 20c.

LAPEIROUSIA JUNCEA— One-inch flowers of rosy crim¬
son, in open sprays. Excellent forcer. Pkt. 20c.
LAPEIROUSIA PURPUREA — Low-growing, with cream-
colored flowers, purple shaded, in clusters. Showy. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 65B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.40.
LAPEIROUSIA BLEND — All the above in mixture. Pk. 20c.

YOUR FRIENDS. Names and full addresses of
garden-loving friends are always appreciated; not, of
course, just miscellaneous names, but those of the
discriminating, to whom my catalog might appeal.
You know my profit margin on these rare items, be¬
cause of the many uncertain and unusual factors
involved in growing them or in gathering them to¬
gether, is actually far less than it would be if I
handled only the more standardized flower seed
varieties. The number of them that I can afford to
offer, depends directly upon the number of customers
that I have. Every time you help me to get a new
customer, you are making possible a little larger list
of seeds of rare plants in my next catalog. We
depend upon each other.

LATHYRUS

This is the Sweet-pea family, the true annual Sweet-pea
being Lathyrus odoratus. The kinds offered below are all
winter-hardy perennials, and all beautiful enough to be well
worth growing.

LATHYRUS AURANTIACUS — erbsth(3) 18. Rather like

orange sweet-pea blossoms, buff-tinged. Pkt. 15c.

LATHYRUS CYANEUS — *rsth(2) 15. Handsome sprays of
turquoise blue. Pkt. 20c.

LATHYRUS LATIFOLIUS SPECIAL STRAIN — evh
(2-3)96. Extraordinarily varied strain. Blendings and
variegations to the utmost. Pkt. 10c.

LATHYRUS MARITIMUS — ernh(3)25. Purple blossoms
above tangled graceful foliage. Pkt. 10c.

LATHYRUS ORNATUS— erndh(3) 12. Great purple flow¬
ers, most showy, above tumbled gray foliage. Pkt. 10c;
oz. 30c.

LATHYRUS ROTUNDIFOLIUS — evgstx(2)50. Persian
Pea. Big clustered blossoms of rose-pink. Excellent ground-
cover trailer, or grow7 as vine. Pkt. 25c.

LATHYRUS TUBEROSUS— eurgx(2-3)6. Spreading mats
of emerald pinnate foliage, dwarfed clusters of rich rose
blossoms above. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 66B7 — One pkt. each of above for 90c.

*LAVATERIA ANNUAL BLEND— eocbx(3-4)36. Splendid
annuals, showy, easy and long-blooming, that should be in
every garden. Big satiny blossom-cups of white, and
varied shades of pink, rose and red. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 15c;
54 oz. 25c.

*LAVAUXIA TRILOBA — eonrx(2-3)6. Evening-scented
blossoms of satiny translucence, pale yellow or rarely rose-
suffused. Pkt. 10c.

LAWSONIA INERMIS ALBA— q(j)h (htw) 20 ft. True
Henna. Panicled white flowers, intensely fragrant. Hardy
only in lower south. Pot or tub plant north. Pkt. 20c.
LEIOPH'YLLUM BUXIFOLIUM— qrnasth(2) 12. Myrtle
Box. Evergreen shrublet, like dwarf Box. For many spring
weeks it is hidden by a mantle of starry flowers, white with
pink shadings. Exquisite beauty. Pkt. 15c.

LEPACHYS MAROON AND GOLD— *ecrdh(3)36. The
flowerheads are silky columns, set successively with tiny
blossoms, and guarded at the base by wide petal-rays of
richest maroon, gold-edged, or rarely all bronzy gold. Blooms
first year, but a hardy perennial. This is a strain of
Lepachys columnifera pulcherrima. Pkt. 10c.
LESCHENAULTIA BTLOBA — htw. Most handsome flowers
of brilliant blue, irregularly shaped. Heath-like leaves.
West Australia. Pkt. 15c.

LEUCOCORYNE IXIOIDES ODORATA— ecutk(w) (7) 18.
Glory of the Sun. Rare Chilean bulb for the winter window.
Very large and starry soft blue flowers, intensely fragrant.
Seedlings grow readily. Give Freesia care. Recent experi¬
ments seem to indicate that it may also be handled as a
summer-flowering garden bulb, storing in winter. Pkt. 20c.
LEUCOJUM AUTUMN ALE — urfy(4-5)9. Autumn or Pink
Snowflake. White blossoms, pink-suffused, in August and
September. Illustration, page 19. Pkt. 20c.

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THE LEWISIAS

To me the Lewisias are the most beautiful of all rockery
plants, when in full glory of their exquisite bloom. This is
a sweeping statement, but I make no exceptions to it. The
basal rosettes are made up of thick and succulent leaves;
crisped, crinkly and undulate; emerald, gray-powdered,
bronze-tinged. The many-petalled blossoms are of cup
form like feathery Water Lilies. Thoroughly winter-hardy.

LEWISIA BRACHYCALYX — ury(l)4. Blossoms of dainty,
lavender-tinged white, hide the plants for many weeks.
Rare. Pkt. 25c; is oz. $1.25.

LEWISIA COLUMBIANA — ry(2)10. Smaller blossoms
than other species, but carried in enormous profusion in
taller, airier, sprays. Most excellent. Rose-pink. Pkt. 30c.

LEWISIA COTYLEDON — ry(2)10. Thick, succulent
rosettes. Loose panicles of blossoms that may be blush or
rose with orange shadings. Pkt. 25c.

LEWISIA FINCHI — ry(2)12. Bright orange buds open
to soft pink blossoms, each petal with a rose stripe. A
plant in full flower is a lovely thing. Blooms for many
weeks. Pkt. 20c; is oz. $1.00.

LEWISIA HECKNERI — ry (2) 8. Large flowers of rosy
pink, pure solid color. Silk-fringed foliage. Pkt. 25c.

LEWISIA HOWELLI — ry(2)10. Large flowers of clear
pink to exquisite apricot rose, above beautifully crisped
rosettes. Pkt. 20c; tV oz. $1.00.

LEWISIA HOWELLI CRENULATA — Leaves intensely
ruffled. Flowers soft salmon pink. Pkt. 20c.

LEWISIA MARIANA — ry(2)9. Blossoms of a luminous
enchantment, moonlight yellow melting into golden rose.

Pkt. 20c.

LEWISIA REDIVIVA — ury(2)8. Great feathery flower-
cups of delicate pearly pink. A very beautiful species.
Possibly the largest flowered of all. See illustration, page 12.

Pkt. 20c; is oz. 75c; Ys oz. $1.40.

LEWISIA TWEEDY I — ry(2)9. Great blossoms in “tea-
rose” tones of melting apricot, cream and satiny pink.
Enormously floriferous. Undulate evergreen leaves, estab¬
lished plants spreading to several rosettes. Give deep, cool,
open soil. Pkt. 30c.

OFFER 67B7 — One pkt. each of above for $2.00

LEWISIA BLEND — ry(l). A bit of each of above, and
others. Not hard from seed«rif given “y” culture, see first
page, also general cultural leaflet sent with seeds. Sowing
in. late autumn or winter in open ground beds or frames is
strongly advised with all Lewisias. Pkt. 15c.

LIATRSS or GAYFEATHER

For brilliant shades from lavender, through violet, to
purple ,the Liatrises are unexcelled. They are of iron-clad

hardiness, thrive in poor soils, and excel as cut-flower.

LIATRIS ELEGANS — rcby(3)23. An informally grace¬
ful, highly distinct, and delightfully pretty species. Clus¬
ters of relatively large and starry florets with long curved
stamens. Only three or four florets in a cluster, but the
clusters closely set. Pure lavender. Pkt. 15c.

LIATRIS GRAMINIFOLIA — crbndy(4)36. Great sheaves
of graceful wands, close-set with fluffy blossoms of an ex¬
hilarating purple vividness. Particularly good. Pkt. 15c;

Ys oz. 35c.

LIATRIS HYBRIDA GRAND DUBOIS— cby(3) 72. Great,
closely packed, fluffy spikes of bloom, to six feet or more.
Color variable, blue-purple to red-violet. Magnificently showy.

On order of Pyncnostachia, but far finer. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz.

40c; Yu oz. 75c. •

LIATRIS L I GU LI STY LIS — rdy(3)2Q. Earliest flowering,
with enormous violet tassels, widely spaced. Best rockery
species. Pkt. 20c.

LIATRIS NEW HYBRIDS — c.by(4)36. Quite variable in
form and color, but always good. Lavender, mauve, rosy
purple and reddish violet. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c.

LIATRIS PUNCTATA — crby(4)20. Dense wand-like
spikes of vivid purple fluff. Dwarf. Pkt. 15c.

LIATRIS SCARIOSA — cby(4)50. Branching plants with
particularly large and well-spaced tassel-blossoms of vigor¬
ous violet. Best commercial of the spectacular Tassel Li¬
atrises. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 40c.

LIATRIS SCARIOSA WHITE— The rare and desired pure
white form, but only about one third will come true. Balance
will be excellent violet. Pkt. 25c; is oz. 7 Sc.

LIATRIS SQUARROSA — cby(4)30. Large lacy flower-

tassels of royal purple. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 68B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.40.

LILAC — See Syringa.

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LILIES FROM SEED

Nothing very difficult about growing Lilies from seed,
providing the directions on cultural leaflet sent out with
each lot of seeds, are followed. Of course, it must be
realized that seeds of some Lilies sprout quickly, while
others need much more time to germinate, but patience
costs little, and will be rewarded. Those inexperienced had
best start with the kinds marked “e.”

Most of the easier Lilies give at least some bloom in
one year from seed, much the second year. The slower
kinds will begin to flower at two years, but not full showing
until third year. A very few kinds may need a bit longer.
In general, the kinds offered at the end of the general
Lily list under heading “Fifteen Easier Lilies,” are those
that come most quickly into bloom from seed. All true
Lilies are bulbs, so key letter “u” has been omitted from
descriptions.

LILIUM AMABILE — cby(2)30. Friendly Lily. Grenadine,
marked chocolate. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

LILIUM AURATUM PLATYPHYLLUM — cbaty(3)50.
Great Gold-banded Lily. Giant flowers of purest white, with
thick gold-band embossment on each petal. Rich fragrance.
This is the finest form, larger flowers and heavier texture
than in the type. Seedling stock, being healthy, is particu¬
larly persistent Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c; Ya oz. 60c; 1 oz. $2 00.

LILIUM BOLANDERI — bsty(3)30. Dainty wine red

flowers, brown-dotted. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM BULBIFERUM — cby(3)48. Cherry-red cups,
shaded orange. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM CALLOSUM — crh(3)25. Very like L. tenuifolium
and probably as easy, but varying from strawberry to
cinnabar. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM CANADENSE — cbaty(3)36. Dainty bells, clear
yellow to rich red, maroon-dotted. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM CANDIDUM — cby(2)60. The waxen, showy
Madonna Lily. Seedling stock will be disease-free. Pkt 25c.

LILIUM CAROLINIANUM — cbsty(3)36. Intense red.

dotted violet maroon. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 60c.

LILIUM CATESBAEI — bstaty(3)24. Brilliant scarlet, yel¬
low at base. A rarity. Pkt. 20c; ^ oz. 50c.

LILIUM CENTIFOLIUM — by(3)84. A magnificent species.
7 seeds for 25c; 35 seeds for $1.00.

LILIUM CENTIFOLIUM HYBRIDS— by (3). An inter¬
esting strain; crossings of centifolium and Sargentiae. Pkt.
of 6 seeds for 25c; 15 seeds for 60c.

LILIUM CERNUUM — ecrh(2)24. Nodding, reflexed blos¬
soms of most dainty alluring lilac pink. No other Lily has
just this coloring; and there is a sweet fragrance. Pkt. 15c;
Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 75c; 1 oz. $2.75.

LILIUM CHALCEDONICUM — cblty(3)65. Brilliant
waxen scarlet. Amazingly beautiful. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM COLCHICUM (MONADELPHUM)— cby(2)50.
Splendid large flowers of buttercup yellow. Fragrant. From
the Caucasus. Pkt. 20c; is oz. 50c.

LILIUM COLUMBIANUM — cbsty(3)36. A dependable
Lily, with orange flowers. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM CONCOLOR— erh(2)20. Red Star Lily. Up-
facing, star-pointed flowers of vivid vermilion. Easy and
quick, as well as very beautiful. This, and L. cernuum, are
particularly good for the rockery. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c;
Ya oz. 75c; 1 oz. $2.75.

LILIUM CONCOLOR PULCHELLUM — Good form.

Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

LILIUM CORDIFOLIUM — sty(3)50. Large leaves, heart-
shaped, of lustrous copper. White trumpets, marked violet.
Pkt. 20c; Ys oz. 50c.

LILIUM CROCEUM — cby(2)36. The Orange Lily.
Chalices of radiant orange. Hardy and vigorous. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM, THE CROW HYBRIDS — ecbh(2-3) 60. For
many years the late Prof. J. W. Crow, of Ontario, worked
with hybrids of Liliums Sargentiae, sulphureum and regale,
crossing and recrossing until the characteristics of all three
species were intermingled and blended in new and delight¬
ful combinations. Seedlings of this strain vary wonder¬
fully in height, season, color and habit. White, cream, pale
yellow, brown and rose appear in happy tintings and shad¬
ings. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM DAVIDI — ecblth(3)4Q. Charmingly recurved
flowers of a shade between apricot and cinnabar, with
black dottings and orange reflections. Graceful and hardy.
Recommended. Pkt. 20c; is oz. 50c.

LILIUM DAVURICUM — ecbh(2-3)30. Candlestick Lily.
In my trial ground planting, from which this seed was
saved, there were blossom cups of soft yellow, apricot
buff, tawny orange, scarlet and. even maroon, with diverse
and attractive blendings. This is an easy and sure species.
Pkt. 20c; Va oz. 40c; Ys oz. 75c.

LILIUM D1STICHUM — rnmsty(2)20. A delightful wood-
lander, with flaring blossoms of grenadine red. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM ELEGANS — rby(2-3)28. Handsome clustered
flower-cups, in orange, yellow, apricot and red. Pkt. 1 5c ;
Ya o z. 60c; 54 oz. $1.00.

LILIUM FORMOSANUM ROSE-TINTED — *ecbh(htw)
50. Formerly listed as L. philippinense formosanum. With
me, seed sown in open ground seed beds in March usually
produces a few bulbs that will give flowers by late Sep¬
tember or October, and almost without exception all seed¬
ling bulbs will flower freely the next summer. If grown
in pots, will often bloom (from new off-sets) two or. three
times a year. In open ground, survives Maine winters.
Flowers are long trumpets of snowy whiteness, but with
delightful rose suffusions on reverse. See illustration , page
31. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 45c; 1 oz. $1.50.

LILIUM FORMOSANUM PURE WHITE — Like the
above strain in every way, save that the blossom trumpets
are of an exquisite pearly whiteness, without color suffusion.
Always, though, a certain percentage of seedlings will show
rose tintings, no matter how carefully selected the strain.
Personally, I like the rose form better than the white, any¬
way. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c; *4 oz. 75c; 1 oz. $2.50.
LILIUM FORMOSANUM PRICE’S VARIETY — *ecbh(3)
25. An altogther distinct alpine race that comes true from
seed. Flowers much like Lilium formosanum rose-tinted,
fully as large, but plants are much dwarfer. It comes into
bloom much earlier in season, so quickly, indeed, from
spring-sown seed, that sometimes it is treated as an annual.
Winter-hardy. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM GIGANTEUM — stmy(3)120. A noble Himalayan
Lily. Marvelous spikes of down-hanging white trumpets,
above heart-shaped leaves. Rather slow germinating. Pkt.
15c; 54 oz. 90c.

LILIUM HYB. GOLDEN GLEAM— ecrbh(2) 36. A most
beautiful and unusual hybrid of tenuifolium and martagon
album. Richest honey-orange, with waxen sheen. Quick
and easy from seed, flowering freely for a long time. Pkt.
20c; 54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 80c; 1 oz. $3.00.

LILIUM HENRYI — ecbh(3-4) 50. A graceful Lily of late
summer, the willowy arching stems loaded with recurved
brittle blossoms of deepest golden amber. A dependable
and long-lived species, thriving in sun or shade. Excellent
in hardy border. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 90c; 1

oz. $3.25.

LILIUM HUMBOLDTI — cy(3)60. A magnificent Lily,
with great whorls of golden orange flowers, variably stained
with red. Pkt. 15c; 54 °z* 50c; 54 oz. 90c.

LILIUM HUMBOLDTI MAGNIFICUM— cy (3)60. Splen¬
did showy Lily, with orange blossoms spotted with purple,
each spot being distinctly ringed with crimson. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM JAPONICUM— cby(htw) (2-3)30. Sweetly scented
trumpets of delightful soft pink, but seedlings vary charm¬
ingly from palest blush to rosy carmine. Hardy in well-
drained soil with some winter mulching, or it is highly
satisfactory grown in pots. A very lovely Lily. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 90c.

LILIUM KAMTSCHATKENSE — ry(2)15. The Black
Lily. Whorls of velvety black bells, with purple reflections.
Likes stony soil. Sometimes classed as a Fritillary. Pkt.
15c; 54 oz. 75c.

LILIUM KELLOGGI — cbsty (3)48. The pretty flowers
open pale pink, but deepen to lilac. Carries the fragrance
of Clematis. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM — ecblth(2)40. Easter Lily.
Snow white trumpets. Delightfully fragrant. Much grown
as a pot Lily, since it forces wonderfully, but it is of very
reasonable hardiness in the garden, too. It needs no winter
protection at Philadelphia, and as far north as Boston at
ieast, it seems to be safe if planted deeply and protected
with straw. Sure to bloom in one year from seed. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM TAKESIMA — ecblth(2)36. A
natural variety with particularly large and fragrant flowers,
the plants slightly dwarfer than the type. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM LOWI (Bakerianum) — cathtw(3)36. Graceful
pendulous creamy bells, spotted rich purple. Fragrant. Pot
plant north. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM MARITIMUM — atmy(3)24. Dainty crimson
bells, maroon-dotted. Rare. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 60c.

LILIUM MARTAGON — cblty (2-3) 60. Towering spires,
hung with blossoms, wine-purple to violet-black. A splen¬
did ^and dependable species when established. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 90c.

LILIUM MARTAGON ALBUM — cblty(2-3)60. Piled
pyramids of waxen white bloom. An exquisite beauty,
particularly effective against foliage background. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM MARTAGON DALMATICUM — cblty (2-3) 60.
Velvety maroon-purple, rich and dark. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM MAXIM OWICZI — ecbatsth(3)65. A superb
species, like a refined and improved Tiger Lily, of better
color tone. Often blooms second year from seed. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 90c.

LILIUM MAXWILL — ecbh(3)65. A splendid hybrid Lily,
Maximowiczi x Wilmottiae. Tall stems, bearing a long
pyramidal inflorescence of thirty or more “Wilmottiae” blos¬
soms. Practically it might be considered a Wilmottiae with
the robust garden vigor of Maximowiczi. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM MEDELOIDES — atsty(3)24. Wheel Lily of
Japan, esteemed there above all others. Varied shades,
apricot to scarlet. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM MICHIGANSE — ebstaty (3) 50. Practically a red¬
der L. canadense, with the flowers reflexed so they are no
longer bells. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

LILIUM NEILGHERRENSE — htw(3)36. Perfumed
trumpets of pale ivory. Pot culture north. Damp shade
far south, in open. 10 seeds for 25c.

LILIUM NEPALENSE — htw(3)30. Pale yellow trumpets
with wine stains. Pot, north; open, south. 10 seeds for 25c.

LILIUM NEVADENSE — rbmy (2-3)30. It is, for garden
purposes, a Pardalinum reduced in scale. Just as fine as
that Lily, but will fit where it will not. Formerly known as
L. parviflorum. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM NEW HYBRIDS— cby(3)60. A most interest¬
ing and beautiful strain, the result of various crossings and
inter-crossings of Liliums Hansoni, martagon and m. dal-
maticum. Colorings run from rich cream, through apricot,
buff and orange, to true purple. Many will show pink or
rose suffusions. Seedlings worthy of propagation unc(er
name should come from this. Pkt. 25c;

LILIUM OCCIDENTALE — atstmy(3)36. Orange, deepen¬
ing to maroon. Revolute petals. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM OCHRACEUM — htw36. A fine pot species, straw
yellow to ochre, with stains of purple and olive. Tends to
be everblooming. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM PARDALINUM — ebatsty (3) 60. Panther Lily.
Magnificent pyramids of orange to crimson flowers. Par¬
ticularly hardy and good, making big clumps. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 90c; 1 oz. $3.00.

LILIUM PARDALINUM JOHNSONI— cbatsty(3)60. A
form of this fine species from Vancouver Island, with an
unusually large proportion of rich and vivid red in the
flower. Pkt. 20c ; iV oz. 40c.

LILIUM PARDALINUM GIGANTEUM — The Sunset
Lily. The blossom centers are brown-spotted on yellow,
but the outer half of each petal is the most brilliant of

possible reds. Quite likely a natural Humboldti-pardalinum
hybrid. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM PARRYI — cmatsty(3)36. Many open trumpets
of clear lemon, deliciously perfumed. Of exquisite loveliness.
Pkt. 25c; 54 oz. $1.00.

LILIUM PARVUM — rmsty(3)40. Orange bells, often
maroon tinted at tips. Extraordinarily floriferous. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM PHILADELPHICUM — cnstaty(2-3)40. Flame
Lily. Upturned cups of fiery orange, shading to burnt
orange toward the tips. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM POLYPHYLLUM — cstatmfy(2)40. From Hima¬
layan woodlands, and rare. Fragrant flaring trumpets, rich
cream without, but inside purest white, purple marbled.
Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM PHILIPPINENSE FORMOSANUM — See L.

formosanum.

LILIUM POMPON IUM — cly (2)40. Brilliant scarlet flow¬
ers, wax-like and reflexed, up to twelve on a stem. A de¬
lightful species. Pkt. 20c; ■jfo oz. 60c.

LILIUM PRIDE OF CHARLOTTE— ecbh(3) 50. A new
hybrid Lily, with flowers like regale, only longer, and
more of trumpet form. They first open as regale is passing
its prime, and of course, are still beautiful when regale
is well done. It is a remarkably hardy and robust Lily,
and it grows from seed almost as quickly as regale, in
addition to producing quantities of bulbils in the axils in
the manner of Sargentiae, which is undoubtedly one of itfe
parents. Seeds only. Pkt. 25c; tV cz. 35c.

LILIUM PRINCEPS — ecbh(3)50. A fine hybrid of L.
Sargentiae on Regale, and very like it, save that it blooms
later and has less rosy shading. Pkt. 15c.; oz. 25c.

LILIUM PYRENAICUM— cby(2)40. Flowers of softest
lemon, purple dotted, and with contrasting profuse red
pollen. Not difficult. Pkt. 15c; t5r oz. 35c.

LILIUM REGALE— ecbh(2)50. Easiest of hardy Lilies,
and none more beautiful. Great flaring trumpets of glossy
whiteness, but lemon-tinted deep within, and rosy in re¬
verse. Richly perfumed. A quick germinating, strong grow¬
ing, and highly disease-resistant species. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz.
25c; 54 oz. 40c; 1 oz. 65c; 54 lb. $2.00.

LILIUM ROEZLI — cbatmy (2-3) 50. Willowy stems carry¬
ing flowers that may be either brilliant orange, or blood-
red. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM RUBELLUM — rstaty(2)20. Sweetly scented
flowers of purest rose-pink. An exquisite thing, and rea¬
sonably winter hardy. Highly recommended. Pkt. 20c;
Ys oz. 60c.

LILIUM RUBESCENS— csty (2-3) 60. The Redwood Lily.
Rosy trumpets, the color deepening to pansy-violet. In¬
tensely fragrant. Pkt. 20c ; Ys oz. 65c.

LILIUM THE SHELBURNE HYBRID — ecbh(3)50
Regale crossed on Sargentiae gave us this splendid Lily,
larger and easier than Sargentiae, later blooming than
regale, and as fragrant and beautiful as either. Seedlings
vary, but are always good. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 75c.

LILIUM SHUKSAN — cbaty(3)50. Wonderful hybrid.
Soft salmon-orange, with ruddy overlay. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUM— cby(4)45. A wholly
delightful white Lily with petals that might be carved in
alabaster. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM SPECIOSUM MAGNIFICUM— cby (4) 50. Large
flowers of brilliant carmine rose, shaded on a white ground.
O ne of the hardier, more rugged Lilies. Pkt. 20c; Ys oz-
60c; Ya oz. $1.00; 1 oz. $3.50.

LILIUM SUPERBUM— cbstatmy (3) 100. No Lily is more
aptly named; it is truly superb. Stately plants, towering
even to ten feet, hung with recurved blossoms in beautiful
combinations, suffusions, and over-lays of yellow, orange,
scarlet and maroon. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz, 40c; Ya oz. 75c.

LILIUM TEN UI FOLIUM — ecrh(2) 36. Called Coral Lily,
but the blossoms have more the red intensity, and gloss oi
finish, of old Chinese lacquer. It is an easy and quick Lily,
blooming early in the year following the seed sowing. Pkt.
10c; Ys oz. 30c; Y\ °z. 50c; 1 oz. $1.75.

LILIUM THOMSONIANUM — crfy(l-2)36. Spires of
fragrant funnel-shaped blooms of satiny rose-pink. A rare
species, but charming. Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM WALLICHIANUM — chtw(3-4)48. Fragrant

trumpets of rich cream, olive-flushed. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM WASHINGTONIANUM — -cbatsty (2-3) 60. A Lily
of exquisite beauty. Opens pure white, gradually suffusing
with bright rose, that finally deepens to violet. Perfumed.
Prefers well-drained stony soil. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c; Ya
oz. 90c; 1 oz. $3.25.

LILIUM WILMOTTIAE — ecbh(2) 50. Blossoms of soft
apricot, tinged orange, and dotted ruddy brown ; as many
as twenty of them to a single graceful stem. A most hardy,
dependable, and beautiful Lily. Blooms often second sea¬
son from seed. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 75c; 1 oz. $2.50.
OFFER 69B7 — One pkt. each of the 78 Lilies, for $13.75.

FIFTEEN EASIER LILIES

Here are the quicker and easier kinds, recommended for
the beginner, but worthy of anyone. All the Lilies in this
group may be handled readily enough if directions are fol¬
lowed, but please note that some of them naturally germi¬
nate more quickly than do others.

Lilium

Liliutn

Lilium

Lilium

Lilium

Lilium

Lilium

cernuum

concolor

Davidi

Crow Hybrids

Henryi

regale

formosanum

Lilium

Lilium Golden Gleam
Lilium davuricum
Lliium Pride of Charlotte
Lilium Maximowiczi
Lilium longiflorum
Lilium tenuifolium
Lilium Wilmottiae
The Shelburne Hybrid

OFFER 70B7 — One pkt. each of above for $2.00.

OFFER 71B7 — One special larger pkg. of each of above for
$5.00. Here is the opportunity for large plantings, or
even to experiment with commercial propagation.

LILIES IN MIXTURE

EASY LILY BLEND — A mixture of seeds of the kinds
that germinate quickest, and grow easiest. Includes the
fifteen above, and others. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c; *4 oz. 90c;
1 oz. $3.25.

PEERLESS LILY BLEND— Seeds of not less than fifty
true hardy Lilies in mixture. Early and late, quick and
slow, easy and hard, here they all are. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz
40c; Ya oz. 75c; 1 oz. $2.75.

For descriptive listings of various unusual summer¬
flowering bulbs, see back of catalog.

LILY OF THE VALLEY — See Convallaria majalis.

LIMONIUM LATI FOLIUM — cbh(3)24. Sea Lavender.
Airy panicles of lavender. Excellent in border, or to dry
as strawflower. Pkt. 10c.

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LINANTHUS

Charming annuals, with feathery foliage of richest emer¬
ald, and clustered blossoms in pastel colorings. For rockery,
border, edging or bedding.

♦LINANTHUS ANDROSACEUS— eox (3) 12. Pretty blos¬
soms of white, pink, lavender, or rich cream, in close
clusters. Pkt. 15c.

♦LINANTHUS DIANTHIFLORUS— eox (3)6. Jewel-like
flowers of exquisite sparkling pink, throated with yellow.
Pkt. 15c..

♦LINANTHUS GRANDIFLORUS — eox(3)20. Starry
clusters of pure lavender; white, or rosy lilac. Pkt. 10c.

♦LINANTHUS MONTANUS — eostk(2-3) 10. Mustang
Flower. Close clusters of rose or white flowers, each with
a deep, inner, segmented band of white, red and yellow.
Pkt. 15c.

♦LINANTHUS PARVIFLORUS — eox(3)6. Pure pink
stars, with gold at the base. Emerald, heath-like foliage.
As dainty as Dresden china. Pkt. 15c.

♦LINANTHUS PHARNACEOIDES — eox (3) 20. Emerald
foliage, much-slashed and thread-like. Charming little
blossoms in variable shades, pink to lilac, with white. Pk. 15c.

OFFER 72B7 — One pkt. each of above for 75c.

LINARIA

Exquisite blossoms in greatest profusion, like fairy snap¬
dragons. Airy and graceful. Of easiest culture, and even
the perennial kinds will blossom quickly the same season
that the seed is sown. For insurance of pleasure, sow
Linarias.

LINARIA ALPINA HYBRID A — *erx(2-3)8. Old gold,
smoky buff, orange, rose and purple, in various exciting
combinations. Pkt. 20c.

LINARIA AMETHYSTINA— ♦erx(2-3)8. Plants of an
airy branchiness, glaucous-foliaged, each stem with a ter¬
minal cluster of blossom delight, white usually, with orange
spot, but sometimes all golden yellow. Divergent spurs,
shaded amethystine purple. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA ANTIC ARIA — ♦erx(2-3) 12. A sturdy little
Linaria, with semi-succulent blue-gray leaves. Flowers in
terminal racemes, high-hooded, short-spurred. Coloring may
be gold on white, gold on cream, mahogany on lemon, or
brown on white. Spain. Pkt. 15c.

♦LINARIA BROUSSONNETI — eorx(2-3) 10. Racemes of
little golden-yellow “snap-dragons,” with orange lip, and
often with minute maroon dottings. Rich effect. Profuse.
Fine and gracious foliage. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA CYMBAL ARIA NEW DOUBLE— ♦erx (htw) (8)
6. A new selection of Kenilworth Ivy, with blossoms
doubled _ and re-dcubled. Lilac, varying to white or pink.
Pretty ivy-like foliage, trailing about. Excellent pot or
basket plant, or may be grown outside as an annual. Not
winter-hardy, north. Please note that there will be reversions
to singleness. Pkt. 20c.

LINARIA GENISTAEFOLIA — *erbx (3-4)25. Very like
a bushier, dwarfer L. Pancici; a bit later in season and with
flowers possibly a shade deeper in color. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA HYBRIDA CANON WANT— *erx(3m ^’os-

soms of exquisite soft pink. Lovely. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA PANCICI — *ecb(2-3)36. Oddly formed blossoms
of golden yellow with bright orange lip, are carried in pro¬
fusion ^ over a long season. Blue-gray foliage. Grows to
18 inches first year, blossoming as quickly as any annual;
but it is safely perennial, and the second season will reach
three feet. Illustration, page 31. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

LINARIA PURPUREA — ''ecbx (8) 36. Handsome plants,
with many stems, silvery-leafed below, but above close-set
in spike formation with little blossoms of deepest, richest
purple. Pkt. 25c.

LINARIA REPENS — *erbx(3)25. Fragrant flowers in ter¬
minal panicles, white, striped with purple. A beauty, but
invasive by root-stolons, so give it ample room. Pkt. 15c.

♦LINARIA RETICULATA CRIMSON AND GOLD— eorx
(3-4)10. Bushy plants, loaded with crimson and gofd
dragon-flowers. Brilliant effect. Pkt. 10c.

LINARIA TRISTIS — ♦erx(2-3)8. Gray-frosted foliage,
with larger flowers than other dwarf Linarias. Tremen¬
dously variable; white, cream, yellow, chestnut, to crimson
mahogany. Always there is a dark blotch of yellow, brown-
purple or maroon. Perennial, but blooms quickly first year
from seed. My favorite, of Linarias. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA VENTRICOSA — ♦ecrbx(3)40. New species from
the high Atlas of Morocco. Tall and branching, with bi^
flowers of glossy yellow, showily red-striped. Pkt. 25c.
OFFER 73B7 — One pkt. each of above for $2.00
27 ]

♦LINDHEIMERA TEXANA — eorbx(8)20. Inch-wide,
bluntly pointed stars that might be of pure gold. Rather
attractive, and moreover, of a virtuous constancy. Let the
weather be what it may, from June until November, Lind-
heimera is never without bloom. Pkt. 20c.

LINUM or FLAXFLOWER

The Linums persist long, yet bloom freely the first season
from seed.

LINUM ALPINUM — *erx (2-3) 10. Rather like Linum
perenne, but a silkier, more gentle, blue; flowers loosely
carried on plants spreading and diffuse. Pkt. 15c.

LINUM AUSTRIACUM — ♦erbdx (2-3)20. Silky blossoms
of pure gentian blue. Far finer than L. perenne. Very
good, indeed. Pkt. 10c.

LINUM FLAVUM — *erbdfx(3) 10. Loose heads of bril¬

liant golden cups. Pkt. 15c.

♦LINUM GALLICUM — eorx(3)10. A Lilliputian airiness
of golden fiov/erlets. Pkt. 15c.

*LINUM GRANDIFLORUM ROSEUM— eodbk(3-4)20. A
rare shade of glowing old rose. It blooms over and over
again. Handsome foliage. Pkt. 5c.

LINUM MONOGYNUM — rbfx(2-3) 15. Noble white flow¬
ers all summer. New Zealand rarity. Pkt. 20c.

LINUM NARBONNENSE — ebx(3)20. Branching upright¬
ness, topped with blossoms of startling indigo. Pkt. 15c.

LINUM 3ALSOLOIDES — *erh(3)9. Lustrous blossoms
of pearl-pink load the many furry-leaved sterns that rise
from each crown-mat. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 74B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

LIRIODENDRON TULIPIFERA — jy 175 ft. Tulip Tree
Big tulip-blossoms of pale yellow. Do not confuse witf
Magnolia. Rapid-growing. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

LISIANTH US RUSSELL I ANUS — See Eustoma.

LITHOPS PSEUDATRUNCATELLA — htw(6-9)2. Living
Rock. There are two gray succulent leaves, like a single
fissured stone, seemingly solid, yet translucent enough to
give light to the developing bud below. This, later, pushes
its way between, to expand in golden feathery beauty.
Pkt. 25c.

♦LIVINGSTONE DAISY— eordh(2-3)8. Fluffy daisies in
white, rose-tinted, buff, golden apricot, pink or crimson.
It likes the sun. Pkt. 15c.

LOBELIA CARDINALIS — ecbnatsth (4) 70. Red Birds. Tall
spikes, loaded with serried blossom rows of most brilliant
cardinal red. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c; 54 oz. 75c.

LOBELIA DAVIDI — rcbx(3)50. New perennial from cen¬
tral China, described as having “flowers large, clear purple,
in terminal racemes to two feet long. Very handsome, and
unusually strong plant.” Pkt. 20c.

LOBELIA GLANDULOSA — ebnatmh(3-4) 40. Blue Birds.
Full-bracted spikes, packed close with flowers of royal
indigo. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c; 54 oz. 75c.

^'LOPEZIA CORONATA — eobk(8)25. A very different,
but showy and easy annual that I can heartily recommend.
Ever-extending terminal flower-clusters in airy crown effect,
made up of many individual florets, butterfly shape, of bril¬
liant rose-pink. In bloom from June to November, Pkt. 20c.

LOPHIOLA AUREA — nmaty (2-3) 18. The whole plant is
covered with a lambsdown woolliness, from which peep
flowers like little golden stars. Pkt. 20c.

LUPINUS ANNUAL

Sow Lupinus seed fairly early, while soil is still cool.
The Lupines do not, in general, like hot-dry places.

♦LUPINUS DENSIFLORUS— eok(2)16. Dense spikes of
pretty bloom, rich ivory or violet. Pkt. 15c.

♦LUPINUS LUDOVICIONIS — eok(3) 18. Fuzzy, silvery
foliage; big purple blossoms. Pkt. 10c.

♦LUPINUS LYALLI — rx(3)3. Loveliest of miniatures.
Silver foliage; brilliant blue blossoms. Pkt. 25c.
♦LUPINUS MENZIESI— eok(2)16. Very like L. densi-
florus, but with flowers of soft yellow. Pkt. 15c.

♦LUPINUS NANUS — eorbnk(3)10. Blossoms usually blue,
but sometimes lavender or rosy-red ; always with white
marking. Pkt. 5c; *4 oz. 20c.

♦LUPINUS SUBCARNOSUS — eok(3)12. Silky leaved
and spreading. Big blue blossoms. Pkt. 5c.

♦LUPINUS SUCCULENTUS— eobk(2)20. Attractive spe¬
cies, the flowers carried in loose spikes. White to blue-
violet, with yellow centers. Pkt. 15c.

♦LUPINUS TRUNCATUS— eok(2)18. Plants like little
trees, filled with blood-red blossoms that fade to purple.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

OFFER 75B7 — One pkt. each of above for 75c.

LUPINUS PERENNIAL

It is suggested that seeds of hardy Lupines be sown di¬
rectly where plants are to remain, since they are a bit
difficult to transplant.

LUPINUS ARBOREUS — qdfx(4)100. Blue-green foliage;
showy bright yellow blossoms. Will grow in dry sandy
soils. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

LUPINUS DIFFUSUS — erndath(l) 16. Racemes of bril¬
liantly showy blue flowers in spring. The whole plant is
mantled in a silky shagginess of silver down. A beauty
of the sand hills. Pkt. 15c.

LUPINUS ORNATUS — bh(2)20. This rare, but handsome.
Lupine, with its great spikes of pure blue, grows high in
the Sierra Nevada. Pkt. 20c.

LUPINUS PEERLESS PASTELS — ecbx(3)36. This
blend of L. polyphyllus selections and hybrids contains the
more delicate colorings; creamy pink, salmon, orange, choco¬
late, primrose, soft lavender and the like. Pkt. 20c;
54 oz. 50c.

LUPINUS PERENNIS — erbnatstx(2)20. Loose spikes of
richest blue; rarely white or rose. Most showy. Tolerates
acid and sandy soils, drought and light shade. Hates lime.
Pkt. 25c.

LUPINUS RIVULARIS — -bmf(3)60. Long, dense flower-
spikes, deepening from pale pink at the tips, to rose-purple
at base. Striking. Pkt. 20c.

LUPINUS VILLOSUS — ernbdath(l-2) 18. Radiating bran¬
ches terminate in sturdy bloom-clusters. Gay lilac blossoms,
but with rosy red spot on standard. Whole plant is fur-
shaggy. A southern species recommended for northern trial.
Pkt. 10c; TV oz. 20c.

OFFER 76B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

LYCHNIS

Mostly perennials with bright and showy bloom ;• always
quick and easy from seed.

L\ C HNIS ALPINA — erh(l-2)12. Flowers of a weird
chalk-pink, but not unattractive. Pkt. 20c.

LYCHNIS ALPINA ALBA — erh(l-2)12. Snowy flowers
close-clustered above gray foliage tuffets. From arctic
plains. Pkt. 25c.

LYCHNIS CHALCEDONICA SALMONEA — erx(2-4)25.
Clustered blossoms in varied soft salmons, with overtones of
pink. Pkt. 15c.

LYCHNIS LAPPONICA — erx(l)6. The demure Lapland
Lychnis shows shades of pink and rose. Earliest. Pkt. 20c.
LYCHNIS MIQUELIANA — erbx(4)18. Large flowers of
salmon-red above olive-hued foliage. Japan. Pkt. 20c.
LYCHNIS PRESLI — erbx(2)20. Many stems, bouquets of
bloom in purest white, or rose with paler center. From
Bolivia. Pkt. 20c.

LYCHNIS SARTORI — ecrbx(2)16. If you run with the
crowd, and condemn magenta as poisonous, likely you will
miss this. Nevertheless a flower of pure clear magenta
can be, and in this instance is, a very lovely thing. Pkt. 15c.
OFFER 77B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.10.

LYSICHITUM CAMTSCHATENSIS — may(l)16. Great,
hooded Calla-like blooms of rich creaminess. Blooms in
earliest spring. For the bog garden. Rare. Pkt. 25c.
MACHAERANTHERA TANACETI FOLIA — See Tahoka
Daisy.

MACLURA POMIFERA — qjk. Osage Orange. Usually
grown as a strong spiny hedge, but untrimmed specimens
will reach sixty feet. Big showy fruits like rough-skinned
oranges. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c; 54 lb. $1.25.

■‘’MADIA ELEGANS — eok(3)30. Big single flowers with
three-lob ed petals, creamy yellow, but rich brown at base.
Give some shade. Blossoms close in sun. Pkt. 15c.

MADIA SP.— Seven-foot pillars of sessile, undulate, downy
foliage, terminating in a panicle of honey yellow daisies.
In late summer it begins to branch, losing the pillar effect!
Probably annual, at least it blossoms year of sowing,

MAGNOLIA — See next page.

MAHONIA AQU I FOLIUM — eqstk(l)50. Handsome clus¬
ters of yellow blossoms in earliest spring; then great
bunches of purple, grape-like berries, from which a delicious
jelly may be made. Evergreen leaves, very like Hollv
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c. y’

MAHONIA NERVOSA — eqstk(l)24. A fine dwarf Oregon
Grape, as showy as the above, and fruit used in same
way. Ornamental and useful. Pkt 10c.

MAHONIA REPENS— eqstk(l-2) 10. Very like M. aqui-
folium, but dwarf, and tends to ramble a bit, creeper fash¬
ion. Handsome. Winter-proof. Pkt. 15c.

MAGNOLIA

Noble trees with spectacular blossoms like gigantic Tulips.
Mostly hardy to central New York. Slow germinating.

MAGNOLIA CAMPBELLI— jy 150 ft. Greatblossom-
bowls of richest pink, nine inches across. Not sate above
Philadelphia. Deciduous. Pkt. 15c.

MAGNOLIA GLAUCA— jmy 50 ft. S™eet Bay. t Cl,e0acniy
flowers, sweetly perfumed. Particularly hardy. •

MAGNOLIA GRANDIFLORA-jy 100 ft. Great Bay.
Big white flowers, fragrant. Evergreen. Pkt. 15c.
MAGNOLIA HYPO LEU CA—jy 100 ft. Creamy flowers,
laroe and fragrant. Foliage silvery below. 1 Lt. iUc. _
MAGNOLIA KOBUS— jy 80 ft. White blossoms, five inches
across. Particularly early and hardy. Pkt. 10c.
MAGNOLIA SOULANGEANA — jy 20 ft. Showy and
rather hardy, hybrid, with flowers that from whltC’

through rosy pink, to crimson-purple. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 78B7 — One pkt. each of above for 75c.
MAGNOLIA BLEND— jy. Mixture of very many kinds.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c; 1 oz. $1.00.

MMANTHEMUM BIFOLIUM — grnsaty(l)7. Excellent
"r rich shade. White flower sprays; .hep traps-
lucent red berries. Pkt. 15c; /& oz. 45c.

■H/r a t ttq rnpntJARIA _ iv 20 ft. Garland Cra.o~a.pp 6-

Pkt. 10c; 54 oz‘ 35c.

MALVa' ALCEA F ASTIGATA— ebx (3-4) 40. Plants that
are sturdy sheaves of emerald compactness, decked for two
months and more with big blossoms , of sheer m a de-

lightful shade of “Dorothy Perkins pink. Easy, hardy.

Pkt. 15c.

ttMATVA MAURITANIA — eock(3-5)60. Pyramid pillars
of sDlendid bloom all summer. Large flowers of rich rose,
slripS gafly with crimson. Highly attractive. Withstands
drought. Pkt. 10c; Vs oz. 20c; 54 oz. o5c.

MALVA MOSCHATA PINK— fecnx(3)30. Big blossoms
of satinv pink in greatest profusion for many weeks. Per-
?nniS, butP blossomBs freely first year. Excellent cut flower.
Showy in border. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

MALVA MOSCHATA WHITE-*ec„x(3)30 Blossoms ot
a lively, sparkling whiteness. Pkt. 10c, /8 oz. 20c.
MALVASTRUM COCCINEUM— erdltx(3) 6. Blue-silvered
tufts with flame-copper blossoms for many weeks. Tu 1
sun. Pkt. 15c; Vs oz. 45c.

MALVASTRUM FASICULATUM— ebdfx(4) 100. Glisten-
in^ blossoms of delicate lavender, cluster on wand-like
stems. Soft gray foliage. Pkt. 20c.

MANFREDA VIRGINICA— ebdh(3) 60. The Hardy Agave
An interesting succulent with brittle, marbled leaves and
spikes of purple-shaded creamy bloom. Pkt. lac.

*MARI GOLd"”fL ORIB UN DA STRAIN — eocbx(3-4)20.
In this new selection of the African Marigold, the whole
plant bursts into bloom at once, in such a flare of brilliance
that all sight of foliage is lost. Blossoms are of full, but
informal doubleness, in various rich shades, from primrose,
through gold, to orange. Plants are dwarf, and compact,
but sturdy, and remarkably even. Season is early for a
Marigold. Pkt. 15c.

MAURANDIA ANTIRRHINIFLORA — *erfk(htw) (8)6.
Delightfully dainty trailer. Little “ivy” leaves, airily. swung,
with& big antirrhinum-blossoms of royal purple richness.
Charming pot plant, draping gracefully a hanging basket,
or it will fit the rock garden, where it may be treated as

annual. Pkt, 20c. .

MAURANDIA ERUBESCENS— htw. Showy rose-cclored
flowers three inches long, on decorative plants with vimng
tendencies. Handle like above. Pkt. 15c.

*MAZUS RUGOSUS— erpx (2-3)4. Pretty annual miniature
for pavements, rock crevices and the like, where it will
self-sow. Flowers of lilac-lavender. Pkt. 20c.
MECONOPSIS — See next page.

MEDEOLA VIRGINIANA — rnsty(l)25. Handsome whorled
leaves, unshowy flowers, purple berries. The crisp roots
with cucumber flavor, have been used as relish. Pkt. 20c.

M'ENTHA REQUIENI — *ergstx(9)l. The most minutely
exquisite of garden plants. At least eight of the emerald
leaves go to an inch, packed so over-lappingly that the
effect is a carpet of moss. Aromatic, freeing fragrance of
mint at slightest pressure. Tiny violet flowers come in
August, barely above the foliage. Indeed in height and
spread, the whole plant is first cousin to a pancake. For
rockery and pavement, but try, too, in terrarium. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS or BLUE POPPY

The Blue Poppies are not the easiest flowers in the
world to grow, but in the race for most beautiful, they
would rank so high in their color group that a bit ct
fussiness in starting them, is quite excusable. Autumn
sowing is best for them, or refrigerator treatment if sown
in spring. We think of Meconopsis as blue, but it will be
noted that there are other colors.

MECONOPSIS BAILEY I — bsty (3)48. Sky blue, with a
bunch of golden anthers. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS CAMBRICA — erbsth(2) 14. Charming silken
blossoms of soft lemon. From mountains of Wales. Possibly
easiest of group. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS DHWOJI — rbsty (3)25. Rosettes of deeply
cut, feathered softness, with blossoms of delightful lemon
timings above. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS HORRIDULA— rh(2)8. Big blue blossoms
sway in half-nodding form on 8-inch stems. Many petalled.
Particularly recommended. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS PANICULATA — bsty(3)50. Towering
spires of pendulous yellow blossoms in August. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS PRATTI — bsty(3)36. Celestial Poppy.
Usually richest, purest azure, but sometimes varies to
white, or to soft rose. Biennial. Pkt. 20c.

MECONOPSIS SIMPLICIFOLIA- — bsty (3)25. Blue form.
Beautiful clear shade. Golden anthers. Pkt. 15c.

MECONOPSIS WALLICHI — bsty(3)45. Satin Poppy.
Portly rosettes of feathery foliage, covered with tawny
fur. Delightful blossoms of soft dawm-blue, with crinkly,
silky petals. Pkt. 25c.

MECONOPSIS WALLICHI ALBA — A charming rarity
with flowers of purest white. Exquisite. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 79B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.60.
MECONOPSIS BLEND— Many beautiful kinds. Pkt. 15c.

AMERICAN WILD FLOWERS— This catalog, I
think, offers the largest list of seeds of Wild Flowers
ever put out. They are not, however, gathered to¬
gether under one heading. Look for each one in its
alphabetic location, — and remember that there are
two distinct lists, two places to look, here in The
Treasure Chest, and further back in the General
Seed Offer.

MEDLAR APPLE— See Mespilus.

M ELASPHAERUL.EA GRAMINEA — utw(7)8. Pretty
half-trailer for warm rockery, or window garden. Purple-
striped white flowers. Pkt. 15c.

MELIA AZEDARACH — jqh. China Berry or Pride of
India. Densely foliaged umbrella-shaped trees; lilac flowers;
translucent berries of pale yellow. Safe as a tree possibly
to Philadelphia. Above, used for quick handsome screen,
being root-hardy north, and growing up to ten feet in a
summer. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

MELICYTUS RAMIFLORTJS— jy 15 ft. Unusual New
Zealand ornamental with purple berries. Pkt. 15c.
*MENTZELIA LAEVICAULIS— eodk (4) 36. Huge blos¬
soms of pale yellow, with bunched golden stamens. Shining
white stems. Stunning effect. Pkt. 10c; ^ oz. 20c.
MENTZELIA ORNATA — See Nuttalia decapetala.
MENYANTHES TRIPOLI AT A — nmy (3)20. Pretty clus¬
ters of fringed and bearded cream-white stars, for bogs
or shallow water. Pkt. 15c.

MERTENSIA PULCHELLA— ry (2) 9. Crinkled blossoms
of pale opaline blue. Pkt. 25c.

MERTENSIA VIRGINICA— rbmsth(2)24. Virginia Blue¬
bell. Changeable silk colorings, pink in bud, but sapphire
and violet as flowers age. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c.
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM CRINIFLORUM— See Living¬
stone Daisy.

MESAMBRYANTHEMUM BLEND— htw. As varible and
as beautiful as the Cacti, succulent leaved but not spiny.
Foliage may be thick triangular, deltoid, cylindrical, or
tongue-shaped; glossy, or sprinkled with sparkling points.
Some may simulate stones, or the effect may be of thick,
crumpled, undulate leaves, gleaming with crystals. All have
showy flowers, yellow, orange, scarlet, crimson or rose.
Pkt. 20c.

MESPILUS GERMANICA — jqy. Medlar Apple. Pictur¬
esque rugged tree-shrubs, with pink-flushed flowers, and
well-flavored fruits that must be stored to ripen. Hardy,
but decidedly slow germinating. Pkt. 15c.

MICHAUXIA CAMPANULOIDES — eotblfh(3) 60. Magni¬
ficent plants, but rare. Big-lobed leaves in lax rosettes.
From this springs a great branching campanile, hung with
reflexed bells of pink-tinted snowiness, like lovely white
martagon lilies blushing for some indiscretion. Full sun,
good drainage. Pkt. 25c.

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MILLA BIFLORA — ufk(w) (3-5)24. White Star Lily.
Glossy petals of purest white that seem to be carved in
wax. As many as nine blooms may be carried on a single
branching stem. Highly perfumed. Unexcelled for cutting.
Seed germinates readily, but tiny seedlings sometimes
damp off if over-watered or not well ventilated. Store bulbs
like Gladioli. See illustration, page 31. Pkt. 20c; ^ oz. 60c;
y8 oz. $i.oo.

MIMOSA ABYSSINIAN PINK — *htw48. Unidentified
species from western Abyssinia; said to have feathery ra¬
ceme-clusters of mauve-pink flowers, to be highly showy,
and to bloom in a few months from seed. 8 seeds for 25c.

MIMOSA ILLINOENSIS — ebdh(3)36. A handsome plant
because of the feathery foliage. Creamy cluster-puffs of
flowers. Fully winter-hardy. Pkt. 15c.

MIMULUS

Use Mimulus for brilliancy. Rather easy, usually flow¬
ering freely first year if sown early.

MIMULUS CARDINALIS — *ebnmstk(3)30. Clustered
blossoms of velvety red, buff in throat. Pkt. 15c.

♦MIMULUS FREMONTI — eomstk(2)10. The flowers are
tjig funnels of richest crimson. Pkt. 15c.

MIMULUS GLUTINOSUS — See Diplacus aurantiacus.

MIMULUS LANGSDORFI — *ernmk(3-4) 18. Big open-
faced flowers of glossy yellow, crimson-splashed. Pkt. 15c.

MIMULUS LEWISI — *ernmstk(3) 12. Handsome blossoms
of rosy pink, yellow in throat. Pkt. 20c.

MIMULUS MAD RIVER SP.— *ratdk(2) fo. Pretty pink
and white flowers on branching plants. Pkt. 25c.

MIMULUS RINGENS — *enbmx(3)40. Orchid-like flowers
of rich purple, yellow-throated, are carried on willowy
stems. An excellent border perennial, or effective for
naturalizing. Pkt. 10c; z/8 oz. 35c.

OFFER 80B7 — One pkt. each of above for 85c.

MIRABILIS

The Marvel-flowers are of easiest possible culture, and
worth growing, every one of them.

♦MIRABILIS DICHOTOMA — eobk(2-4)28. In late after¬
noon open multitudes of long-tubed flaring flowers, flesh-
tinted white, with purple stamens. Fragrant. Pkt. 15c.

♦MIRABILIS FROEBELI — eobx(2-4)25. Close to Four-
o’clock, but without its heavy formality. Large fragrant
blossoms, short-tubed, undulate, wide-flaring, usually of
purest whiteness, with a minority of pink and rose for
accent P k t 15c

♦MIRABILIS VISCOSA— eobx(8)36. Ten-o’clock Flower.
Airy, diffusive panicles of bloom above a dusky boskage of
heart-shaped leaves. Daybreak finds the plants filled with
flowers, individually not large, but with coloring brilliant to
excess of rose-purple intensity. Along with the true flowers
are innumerable open calyces of brown-buff, crinkly and
silken, bloom-simulates so true in appearance that the effect
is of plants loaded with two kinds of flowers at one time.
Soon after ten o’clock each morning, the true blossoms
flutter to the ground, and for the rest of the day the false-
flowers rule, giving the plants the pensive attractiveness of
autumn. Next morning though, and each morning for many
months, their spring is renewed in a fresh burst of Tyrian
richness. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 81B7 — One pkt. each of above for 45c.

MISTLETOE — Grows into great clusters of evergreen
leaves and twigs, living on the involuntary bounty of the
Oak, Birch, Apple or other trees on whose branches it
grows. To start, simply soak the dried berries, and smear
on bark of host plant. Pkt. 15c; z/8 oz. 50c.
MITCHELLA REPENS — rsatnmy3. Emerald-leaved trail¬
er for rich shade, with pretty cherry-scented blossoms;
then berries of brilliant ruby. Pkt. 20c; y8 oz. 60c.
MOEHRINGIA MUSCOSA — rsth(2)4. Grown mostly for
its mats of emerald mossiness, though its spangle of little
white star-blossoms is attractive. Pkt. 15c.

♦MOLUCELLA LAEVIS — eobx(8)30. Quaint is the word
for Molucella. We think of Quaker maidens when we see
it, demure faces framed in gray bonnets, yet it comes from
Molucca, a land where, if reports be true, costumes would
scarce meet approval of the Society of Friends. The
Salvia-like flowers are white, with violet-tinted hoods, but
each is so hidden in its enormous shell-form calyx that
it can make but slight showing. The calyces, thin and
reticulate, are carried in close, verticillate whorls, piled high
to form long “hyacinth” spikes of delicate, pearly greenness,
like sun through sea-water; the whole in effect more concho-
logical than floral. Of easiest handling. Pkt. 15c.

MONARDA or BERGAMOT

Sweetly aromatic perennials of easiest culture, and de¬
cidedly showy. They cut well.

MONARDA DIDYMA— ecbndx(3)40. Crown-like flower-
heads that may be scarlet, crimson or rose-purple. Pkt. 10c.

MONARDA FISTULOSA — ecbndx(3-4)45. Balm. Blos¬
soms of pure lavender, or rarely rose, close-packed to give
effect of fluffy double flowers. Delightful. Pkt. 15c; z/8
oz. 65c.

MONARDA FISTULOSA ALBA — Like above, save that
the blossoms are pure white. Pkt. 15c.

MONARDA HYBRIDA — ecbndx(3)40. Many interesting
color variations here. Pkt. 15c.

MONARDA PUNCTATA — ecndx(3-4)36. The flowers are
buff-tan, purple spotted; but showier are the bright leaf-
bracts, with rose-crimson shadings on white. Will thrive
in dry sandy soils. Pkt. 15c; z/8 oz. 65c.

OFFER 82B7 — One pkt. each of above for 60c.

MONARDELLA ODORATISSIMA— erbdh(3)20. Flowers
of gray-lavender with violet edges, in capitate clusters, rosy
bracts below. Intense, aromatic fragrance. Good. Pkt. 15c.

MOREA or AFRICAN IRIS

The soft color tones of the Moreas, together with their
ease of culture, make them attractive for pot growing.
They likewise thrive in the garden, but need cold-frame
shelter in winter above Philadelphia.

MOREA BICOLOR — utw(x) (3-4)24. Large citron-yellow
blooms, blotched mahogany brown. Pkt. 20c.

MOREA GUTTATUS — htw. Excellent hybrid, M. iridoides
and M. bicolor the parents. Recommended for pot culture.
Pkt. 20c.

MOREA IRIDIOIDES — utw(x) (8) 30.* Mauritus Iris.
Snowy white, patched glossy yellow, and marked blue. A
delight. Pkt. 10c.

MOREA PAPILIONACEA — utw. Very dwarf species for
pot culture, only six inches, but with big butterfly flowers
of red or lilac. Pkt. 25c.

MOREA RAMOSA — utw(x)(3)20. Golden flowers, brown-
patched, on branching stems. Pkt. 20c.

MOREA SPATHECA — utw(fx) (2) 15. Sweet-scented blos¬
soms of glossy yellow. Tigridia-like. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 83B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

MOREA BLEND — A mixture of many excellent kinds.
Pkt. 15c.

♦MORICANDIA SONCHIFOLIA— eorbh(l)25. A cheery
Chinese annual, with loose racemes of big lavender-violet
blossoms. Sow in autumn, any time from August on, for
brilliant blooming in April, or even March. May also be
sown in early spring, for summer bloom. Pkt. 15c.

MORINA LONGIFOLIA — ebsth(2-3)36. Big blossom
spikes, delicate pink to carmine. Lemon-scented, thistly
foliage. Highly attractive. Pkt. 20c.

MORONGIA UNCINATA — ♦ergy(3-4)8. Sensitive Rose.
The flowers are fluffy balls of pure pink, thrust full of
golden anther-pins. Trailing prickly stems, with pinnate
leaves so sensitive that they fold up at a touch. Hyacinth
fragrance. Pkt. 25c.

MULGEDIUM BOURGAEI — ebstx(3)36. Blossoms of
lovely porcelain blue in loose spires. Pkt. 20c.

MUSA — See next page.

MUSCARI or GRAPE HYACINTH

Easy bulbs, making a delightful spread of color for sev¬
eral spring weeks. Some two-year seedlings will be large
enough to flower, all by third year.

MUSCARI ARGEAI ALBUM — urny(l)6. Bloom like
clustered silvery white pearls. Pkt. 20c; z/8 oz. 90c.

MUSCARI ARMENIACUM — erny(l)10. Richest cobalt
blue. Fragrant. Long-stemmed. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

MUSCARI AZUREUM — See Hyacinthus azureus.

MUSCARI CONICUM — erny(l)9. Fertile florets dark
violet, infertile ones pale blue. Fragrant. Pkt. 15c.

MUSCARI HEAVENLY BLUE— urny( 1)8. Blue of the
deepest sky for some six glorious weeks. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz.
40c; 1 oz. $1.25.

MUSCARI LATIFOLIUM — urny(l)9. Flower spikes that
show shadings from palest blue to velvety purple. Only
one large leaf. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

MUSCARI NEGLECTUM— erny(l)10. Florets reflexed,
and deep blue. Sweet-scented. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 84B7 — One pkt. each of above for 75c.

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ORNAMENTAL BANANA

Highly decorative plants for lawn specimens, or in the
large conservatory, giving exotic effects that can be obtained
in no other way. Leaves of great size. Sow seeds in
manner directed for Strelitzia, which see. When used in
out-door plantings, the thick bulb-like roots may be dug in
autumn, and stored in a cool cellar. Handled thus, may be
grown anywhere in the country. Species offered is Musa
superba, more compact than Musa ensete, less liable to
storm damage, and fully as ornamental. 6 seeds for 25c.

NABALUS VIRGATA — bnsth(5)50. Slender swaying
campaniles, hung with charming pink-flushed bells. A de¬
light, and most unusual. Pkt. 20c.

NARCISSUS or DAFFODIL

No spring flower has more of quiet beauty or real charm
than the Daffodil. It is not difficult to grow from fall-
sown, or refrigerator-treated seed, but needs several years
to reach flowering size. Seeds of the Giant Blend and The
Medium Trumpet Blend are sown chiefly to produce new
varieties for introduction, but the smaller rock garden spe¬
cies can be produced from seed as a directly profitable
means of increasing stocks.

NARCISSUS BULBOCODIUM — urzy(l)8. Hoop-petticoat
Daffodil. Uniquely flaring blossoms. Lemon to gold in
varied shades. Pkt. 25c.

NARCISSUS GIANT BLEND— urbcy(l) 18. Saved from
fine named sorts, and should give splendid seedlings in
varied form and coloring. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 60c.

NARCISSUS JONQUILLA — urncy(l) 12. The dainty little
fragrant Jonquil. Clustered golden bloom. Pkt. 15c.

NARCISSUS MEDIUM TRUMPET BLEND— urncy(l)
18. Seeds saved from varieties of the chalice-cup class,
together with a bit from the Poet and Poetaz sections.
Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 50c.

NARCISSUS ROCK GARDEN BLEND— Seeds of alluring
miniature Narcissi; the snowy Angel’s Tears, the Rush¬
leaved, the Cyclamen-flowered, Trumpet minimus, the Musk-
scented, the Hoop-petticoat, and the like. They will delight
you. Pkt. 25c.

NARCISSUS TRIANDRUS ALBUS — ury(l)8. Angel’s
Tears. Purest white, nodding cups, but irregularly re¬
flexed perianth. Most charming. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 85B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

NELUMBIUM LUTEUM— Golden Lotus. Fully hardy,
and will grow in shallow lake, pool or backwater of a
stream. Of spectacular beauty in flower, and worth estab¬
lishing. And by the way, both the seeds and the large
tuberous roots were important food items with the Indians.
Large nut-like seeds, 7 for 25c; 25 for 70c; 100 for $2.25.

NELUMBIUM SPECIOSUM— Oriental Lotus. Splendid,
fragrant flowers of white, pink or carmine. Hardy north.
Give same care as Nelumbium luteum. In sowing either
species, file through hard outer seed coat, then soak seed
two days in barely warm water, then sow in saucer of
sand covered with water, placing in sunny window until
seed sprouts. Seedling plants should be transplanted to
strawberry box of sand and earth in shallow edge of pool,
later being set in soil at bottom of pool where water is
deeper. Usually there are a few blooms first summer, many
thereafter. 6 seeds for 25c; 20 for 70c.

NEMASTYLIS ACUTA — uftlty(2)24. Celestial Lily.
Rather large blossoms of clean, dew-fresh, skyblue ; exquisite
in coloring and finish. Lift bulbs in autumn, and store in
slightly dampened sand in cool cellar. You will like the
Celestial Lily. Pkt. 15c; j1? oz. 30c.

’■'NEMOPHILA AURITA — eorstx (htw) (2-3) . Wide flowers
of velvety violet. A low climber, to three feet, and at its
best when trailing over shrubbery. Blooms profusely and
grows quickly. May be pinched back to make an effective
pot plant. Pkt. 10c.

HOUSE PLANT SPECIAL

Here are seven unusual house plants, not overly
difficult from seed, long blooming and easily handled
in the window. One pkt. each of Anigozanthos
(Kangaroo Paw), Cassia corymbosa (Shower of
Gold), Cuphea ignea (Cigar Plant), The Baby Rose,
brilliant Cineraria stellata, Stapelia (Starfish Flower),
and True Christmas Poinsettia. Separate value $1.40,
but all for ONE DOLLAR in the collection. No
changes. Order as OFFER 86B7.

OFFER 87B7 — One pkt. each of the 8 kinds illustrated
above for 90c. Please read catalog descriptions of separate
kinds carefully before ordering; since this is a highly diverse
group of unlike uses and needs.

NEPETA DISTANS — enbh(3)16. Pretty little lavender
blossoms above sprawling aromatic foliage mass. Excellent
ground-shader for Lily plantings. Pkt. 15c.

NEPETA MUSSINI — erbh(8)16. Panicles of feathery
violet flowers above gray-green leaves. Good Lily bed
cover. Pkt. 15c.

NEPETA NERVOSA — *erbx(3)25. Forests of leafy two-
foot stems, the last six inches of each, a spike of little, clear
blue flowers. Shade tolerant. Free blooming. Kashmir.
Pkt. 20c.

NERTERA DEPRESSA — rfsth(htw) (8) 4. Close foliage-
films of vivid lettuce-green, studded with bead-like berries
of brightest coral. For protected rockery, or as house or
terrarium plant. Pkt. 25c.

NICOTI ANA GLAUCA — :,iebtk (9) 12 ft. It is eminently
fitting that this ensilvered plant should have reached us
from the Argentine. In the south it becomes shrubby, but
at Philadelphia, and above, it should be treated altogether
as an annual. Plants from seeds sown directly in the open
ground in my trials here, have reached a height of 12 feet
in a single summer. Started early under glass, and trans¬
planted, it would tower to even great heights before winter.
The plant, every part of it, is silvery blue. It makes a tall
and branching pyramid, and by autumn each lower branch-
tip will carry a cluster of tubular yellow flowers. Used
rightly, as an accent, this unusual Nicotiana will give spec¬
tacular landscape effects. Pkt. 15c.

*NIEREMBERGIA FRUTESCENS — eocdx(8)24. Big
blossoms with the texture of crushed silk, pure lavender
with violet lines. Sheaves of graceful foliage. Pkt. 10c.

*NIEREMBERGIA HIPPOMANICA— eorx(8)6. A lovely
and dainty thing, with open chalices, sky-blue to richest
violet, produced in excessive floriferousness for many months.
It is a natural aristocrat. Though usually grown in the
garden, it will make a delightful pot plant, too. See illus -
tration, page 2. Pkt. 25c.

•NOLANA PROSTRATA — ergdx(8)6. Wide mats of
crispy, succulent foliage, set thickly with up-facing blossoms
of brilliant indigo, black-penciled within. Iran is not the
only land of sun-worshippers. This one hails from Chile
Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 20c.

*NOLANA BLEND — eorx(3-4)6. A succulent-leaved trailer,
with wide open blossoms, from azure to indigo and violet,
with wide-open blossoms, white, soft blue, or violet. A
summer-long delight. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 20c.

NUTUTLLLASP1 ROSULATUM— rh(2)8. A rare plant
of the New Zealand Alps. Thick pearl-gray leaves, closely
scalloped, are laid one above another in the regularly over¬
lapping* manner of an old-fashioned pen-wiper. From this
rosette rises a pyramid of tightly packed creamy blossoms,
powerfully, but sweetly, perfumed. Pkt 20c.

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NOTHOSCORDUM FRAG RAN S — *eucrbh(8)25. Honey
Bells. A dainty bulb-flower, fully hardy. The graceful
stems are crowned with circlet clusters of tiny bells, white
with lilac-pink tinting, not greatly showy, but pretty. Still,
the particular glory of the whole, is the rich and delicious
fragrance that is diffused. Pkt. 10c.

NUTTALLIA DECAPETALA — ebdlty (3-4) 45. Evening
Lily. Ivory white blossoms of giant size for many months.
Each flower is decorated with a great tassel of golden
stamens. Sow in late autumn or winter (outside), and
it will bloom the next summer. Sow in spring and it will
not bloom until the following year. A surprisingly spectacular
beauty, that no one should miss. Pkt. 15c; 34 oz. 40c.

NYMPHEA or WATER LILY

Sow in pots or pans of good soil, submerging the pot
so that at least two inches of water is above it. Keep in
full sun at room temperatures. Transfer when large enough,
to rich mud in outside pool.

NYMPHEA PEERLESS BLEND— -This is a mixture of
finest named varieties, those listed below, with others.
Varieties of this group may be treated as annuals, since they
are not winter-hardy north, beginning to flower in June
from early-sown seeds. If one wishes to save the roots, they
may be dug in fall, and carried over winter in a warm
cellar, packed in sand that must be kept always moist. They
come so readily from seed, though, that most persons will
prefer to start a new lot each spring for that year’s bloom¬
ing. Unexcelled color range. Pkt. 15c; Tlff oz. 60c; 34 oz. $1.

NYMPHEA UNDER NAME — Following separate varieties
and species are usually available in fresh seeds, and will
be supplied at uniform rate of 20c per pkt., any six pkts.,
your choice, for $1.00. Dentata superba (white), George
Huster (crimson-shaded), H. C. Haarstick (maroon), Stel-
lata (fine blue), Zanzibariensis (purple), Zanzibariensis
azurea (varied blues), Zanzibariensis rosea (varied rose
shades) .

HARDY WATER LILIES

These are fully hardy aquatic perennials, but culture
from seed is as above.

NYMPHEA ALBA — Great Swedish Water Lily. Large
pure white flowers. Good. Pkt. 20c.

NY ¥PHE/i HARDY PINK— Shades of pink and rose.
Rais, ana very beautiful. Plant this as soon as you re¬
ceive it. Pkt. 25c.

NYMPHEA TETRAGONA — Snowy flowers with golden
stamens. Blossoms are only two inches across, but there
are many of them. This species fits the smaller pool.
Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 88B7 — One pkt. each of above for 55c.

OENOTHERA or EVENING PRIMROSE

Handsome ornamentals of easiest possible culture. For
other species, look under Hartmannia, Lavauxia and Kneiffia.

OENOTHERA ACAULIS— erdh(2)8. Blossoms to four
inches across with silken diaphanous petals, pure white at
first, then pink tinged. From hills of Chile. Pkt. 20c.

♦OENOTHERA ARGILLICOLA — ebndx(3-4)30. Many
widely spreading, branching stems, with very large flowers
of most showy golden yellow. Meritorious species. Best
treated as annual. Pkt. 10c; xV oz. 20c.

OENOTHERA HOOKERI — eotdbx(3) 60. Big flowers of
shining lemon yellow in great profusion. Pkt. 5c.

♦OENOTHERA ODORATA — eobdx(3-4)40. The blossoms
open as palest primrose at dusk, but by morning they are
the most delicate of apricot pinks. Sweetly scented. Pkt. 15c.

OENOTHERA PILGRIMI — erbdx(3)20. Bushy plants,
loaded with big flowers of richest, most glossy yellowness.
You can see it afar. Pkt. 15c.

♦OENOTHERA ROSEA — eondx(3-4)20. Spreading branchy
plants, profuse with little rose-pink blossoms. Pkt. 10c.
♦OENOTHERA RUBRICALYX — eobdx(8)40. Afterglow.
The flowers have gaily hued calyx-tubes of afterglow red,
but the blossoms are like great golden saucers. Pkt. 10c;
34 oz. 25c.

OENOTHERA TRICHOCALYX — ebndx(3)15. Flowers
with petals like translucent white satin. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 89B7 — One pkt. each of above for 90c.

ONOSMA ALBO-ROSEUM— erdx(3)12. Rosedrop. Dense
downy foliage, with flowers like nodding bugles in curling
sprays; white as they open, but deepening to rose, and
finally to violet. Pkt. 20c.

ONOSMA STELLULATUM — erbdh(2-3) 18. Golden Drop.
Gracefully curving sprays that end in down-pointing trumpet-
bells of waxen lemon-gold. Gray-frosted foliage, but for
nearly two months that is hidden beneath the wealth of
bloom. Must have full sun and good drainage. Thrives in
drought. From Greece, but of full winter hardiness. Pkt. 20c.

OPUNTiA 0 ■

Here is a bit of the strange Cactus family; in form
weird and interesting; in flower, gorgeously showy. The
Opuntias have large bony seeds that take a bit longer to
germinate than do those of other Cactus groups, but
are particularly sure to sprout eventually, if given right
care. Please note that several of the species offered are
fully winter-hardy in the north, and of unique value in
the sunny rockery, or for exotic and startling bedding ef¬
fects. The other kinds are for pot culture.

OPUNTIA ARENARIA — htw8. A dwarf Cactus with
spine-tufts of brown wool. Blossoms rich red. Pkt. 15c.

OPUNTIA ENGELMANNI— ebh(3)50. Buff-green branch¬
ing pads, and brilliant flowers that open satiny yellow, but
deepen to orange red by evening. Purple fruit, sweet and
edible. Will stand temperatures down to zero. Pkt. 20c.

OPUNTIA FLOCCOSA — -rh(htw) (3) 16. From the high
Andes, so likely winter-hardy. Grows in low mounds, some¬
times six feet across. The many erect branches are com¬
pletely hidden in the great mass of long waving hairs, the
whole simulating some strange resting animal. As rare as it
is odd. Yellow flowers. 6 seeds for 20c.

OPUNTIA IMBRICATA — brfh50. Devil’s Rope. Oddly
rope-like spiny stems in branching tree form. The stems
are sometimes made into canes. Flowers of brilliant pur¬
ple. This is the tallest of the relatively hardy species. Safe
outside to about 20 degrees below freezing; in sheltered
positions will stand more. Pkt. 15c. 34 oz. 30c.

OPUNTIA LEPTOCAULIS — htw25. Round-stemmed,
densely bushy and spiny, with scarcely noticeable flowers,
it is so prolific of glossy berries that for many months the
whole plant shows as a solid mass of carmine. Pkt. 15c.
OPUNTIA MICRODASYS — htw 25. A particularly satis¬
factory Cactus for house culture, growing rapidly from
seed. It branches pad on pad, pale green and fan-like, but
dotted with close cushions of tiny orange bristles. The
flowers, yellow, shading to orange, are followed by scarlet
fruits. Pkt. of 15 seeds for 20c; 50 seeds for 55c.

OPUNTIA OPUNTIA— erbh(3)20. This species is of iron¬
clad hardiness, wintering without protection in Canada.
Most attractive tangles, of glossy green branching pads.
Almost spineless. Particularly showy flowers of brightest
yellow. A row of it in my trial grounds is so prolific of
bloom that for many weeks it is a wide band of pale
burnished gold, intermingled here and there with the warm
wine-cup crimson of Callirhoe, strayed over from the row
along side. Pkt. 10c; 34 oz. 30c.

OPUNTIA POLYCANTHA— erbh(3)20. Branching blue-
green pads set with silver spines. Pale lemon flowers,
red-shaded. Very good. Stands 40 degrees below zero.
10 seeds for 15c; 50 seeds for 50c.

OPUNTIA POLYCARPA — htw30. Branches built of oddly
twisted pads, dotted with purple-tinged spike-like leaves.
Flowers of bright yellow, then fruits of red-violet. Pkt. 15c.

OPUNTIA REPENS — An Opuntia opuntia flattened to
creeping habit. Same hardiness and bloom. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 90B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.40.

ABOUT LETTERS

I try to answ'er all letters promptly and fully, but
sometimes my correspondence lags, for I am a busy
person. Although I have thoroughly efficient help,
both in the seed-house and at the nursery, yet a
highly specialized business of this kind, must be in
a surprisingly large number of its phases, a one-man
show. Unfortunately none of us can have a double
allowance of time, no matter how much we may need
it at certain seasons. Sometimes I stretch the day
pretty well, but not always enough. If you have _ a
letter due, it will come as soon as I can get to it.
Can’t promise more. Always glad to answer letters,
but please look through the catalog and the cultural
direction folder first. Maybe you will find your
answer there.

ONONIS SPINOSA — ebh(3)25. Pretty pink flowers of

"sweet-pea” form. Spiny foliage. Pkt. 15c.

ONOPORDUM ACANTHIUM — eotbtx (3-4) 70. Scottish or
Silver Thistle. Boldly handsome plant, with much-cut, down-
silvered spiny foliage, and big heads of purple flowers. Plant
against dark shrubbery. Pkt. 5c; 34 oz. 20c.

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ORANGE CALAMONDIN — htw. A true edible Orange
that grows well in pots or tubs. Glossy leaves and waxen
white, perfumed flowers. Brightly colored fruits. Cannot
be sent into gulf states, N. M., Ariz., or Calif., due to
Federal quarantine. Pkt. 20c.

ORCHIDS

It is fully possible to grow them from seed. Naturally
this is the way they spread in the wild. It is not particu¬
larly easy, though, chiefly because of the exceeding fineness
and peculiar nature of the seeds, and the long time required
for germination. Success in this is an achievement that
marks one as truly an horticulturist, but beginners can
only advance by trying, and it is interesting to experiment.
Cultural folder sent with seed shipments contains brief
notes in sowing of Orchid seeds under ordinary conditions.
If you want to try the “pure culture” method that experts
use, see the long article under “Orchids” in Bailey’s Hortus.
This monumental horticultural reference work, 652 pages,
describing 5000 plants, is accessible in most public libraries,
or I can supply it at five dollars the copy, postpaid. None
interested in gardening should be without it.

TENDER OR CONSERVATORY ORCHIDS— Seeds of
various species and hybrids of the following are likely to be
available: Dendrobium, Cypripedium, Lycaste, Broughtonia,
Bletilla, Bietia, Vanda, Cyrtodera, Cyrtopodium, Cattleya,
Epipactis, Cymbidium, Epidendrum, Paphiopedilum, and
Cordula. Stocks arrive from time to time throughout the
year, usually in very limited amounts, and due to their
peculiar nature, the seeds do not retain viability long. It is
suggested, therefore, that those really interested write for
quotation on kinds on hand at the moment. At times we
can quote many species; but again there may be but a few
that we feel can be safely sent out. Please note definitely
that we will not replace Orchid seeds that may fail to grow.
They are too difficult to handle for this, and too much de¬
pends upon cultural methods and attention after seeds leave
our hands. However, we shall send out only seeds that we
believe are capable of germinating if given correct care.

HARDY TERRESTRIAL ORCHIDS— It is not generally
realized that many true Orchids are fully winter-hardy, and-
may be grown outside in the North. They are the most
delightful of wild flowers. The following can be supplied
at uniform price of 29c per pkt., and good viable seeds
are usually in stock; Cypripedium acaule, rose moccasin;
Habenaria- ciliaris, fringed, orange ; Bletilla hyacinthina,
amethyst purple (also supplied in pure white) ; Pogonia
verticillata, purple; and Calopogon pulchellus, pure rose.
The kinds named above may be ordered safely without
previous correspondence. Many others are likely to be in
stock from time to time, varied hardy Cypripediums, Ha-
benarias, Orchis, Arethusa, Calypso, Spiranthes, Epipactis,
etc., but inquire regarding these before ordering. Note un¬
der Tender Orchids regarding difficulties, replacements, etc.,
applies also to Hardy Orchids.

SEEDS DESIRED — Offers of seeds freshly gathered
from desirable Orchid species, are solicited.

ORNITHO0ALUM

Rather easy bulb-flowers, pyramidale for the outdoor rock
garden, being hardy, the other kinds for winter flowering
indoors. The indoor sorts will bloom within a few months
from seed, and they make superb window plants or cut
flowers, lasting probably longer than any other.

ORNITHOGALUM AUREUM— eutcw(x) (7)20. Clustered
flowers of richest golden orange top the long stems. Pkt.
20c; fa oz. $1.25.

ORNITHOGALUM LACTEUM — eutcw(x) (7)20. Here
the clustered blossoms are milk-white. Pkt. 15c.

ORNITHOGALUM PYRAMIDALE— ucy(2)24. Vigorous
and hardy garden species. Often fifty white flowers in a
cluster. Good. Pkt. 15c.

ORNITHOGALUM SPECIOSUM— eutcw(7) 18. New yel¬
low flowering species from South Africa. Pkt. 20c.

ORNITHOGALUM SPLENDENS — eutcw(7)20. Splendid
orange scarlet; a rare and richly colored species. Free
bloomer. Pkt. 20c.

ORNITHOGALUM THYRSOIDES — eutcw(x) (7)20. The
Chinkerichee. Clusters of flowers that vary from snowy
white to creamy primrose. Easy, long-lasting, good in
every way. Pkt. 15c; y& oz. 75c.

OFFER 91B7 — One pkt. each of above for 90c.

ORNITHOuALUM BLEND — A mixture of kinds suited
for pot culture. Includes white, cream, primrose, golden
yellow and orange scarlet. Pkt. 15c; fa oz. $1.00.

OSTROWSKYA MAGNIFICA— ubdltzy(2)60. The flaring
blossom bells are often six inches across, ivory white with
pale blue shadings. In full glory of bloom, a magnificent
spectacle. Slow germinating. The plants will not tolerate
excess moisture. If possible, establish where tree roots will
keep soil on dry side, but where branches will not shade.
Not easy to get started, but worth all effort. Pkt. 25c.

*OXALIS VALDIVIENSIS — eodrbx(2-4) 15. Cloth of Gold
or Sunshine Mirror. It mantles itself so marvelously with
glowing golden bells that either name is merited. A blind¬
ing beauty. Pkt. 10c.

OXYTROPIS LAMBERTI— erdx(3)20. Well above at¬
tractive tufts of pinnate foliage, rise spikes of “butterfly”
blossoms; in color the most brilliant of blue-purples. Ex¬
cellently bright. Pkt. 20c.

PAEONIA or PEONY

Peony seed germinates slowly, but if one has patience, . it
will come. That is the chief requisite, for otherwise Peonies
are easy enough from seed, and many interesting variations
may appear. ucbzy(2-3).

PAEONIA BROWNI — Single blossoms of ruddy brown-
mahogany. Dwarf rockery species. Pkt. 15c.

PEONY FINEST CHINESE DOUBLE — Saved fron?
named varieties. There should be real treasures here. Of
course not all the seedlings will be double. Color range
includes blush, pink, rose, carmine, crimson, cream and
white. Pkt. 10c; J/\ oz. 30c; 1 oz. 90c.

PAEONIA EMODI — Splendid pure white blossom-bowls,
four inches across. Early. Pkt. 20c.

PAEONIA MACROPHYLLA — Big cream-colored cups.
Seeds supplied on this and on P. Mlokosewitschi will be
1935 harvest, both species having failed to set seed in 1936.
Year-old Peony seeds, though, will usually grow strongly.
Pkt. 20c.

PAEONIA MLOKOSEWITSCHI— Citron yellow. Pkt. 20c.

PAEONIA OFFICINALIS — Large flowers “red as a
Peony.” Very early. Tuberous. Pkt. 15c; *4 oz. 30c.

PEONY TREE — Shrub-like, with woody branches. The
giant flowers, single to fully double in form, show a wonder¬
ful color range, pure red, brilliant scarlet, maroon, and
ruddy wine shades, together with softest blush, pink, dainty
mauve and snowy white. 10 seeds for 25c; 50 for 90c;
100 for $1.75.

PAEONIA WOODWARDIANA — A rare species, with
flowers like cups carved from coral. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 92B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.25.

PANSY

The offerings below have been chosen with careful thought,
to cover the full range of Pansy needs; and to the best of
my belief, the quality of the seeds, and of the strains, is
unexcelled by those from any other source whatsoever.

PANSY EARLY FLOWERING HARDY— Hiemalis strain.
Large flowers in fine color range, not quite complete, but
about 12 color variations appearing. Exceptionally rugged.
Will bloom earlier in the spring, and stand more hard
weather, than any other Pansy I have seen. Pkt. 15c;
Y& oz. for 85c.

PANSY NEW FRAGRANT — A strain of giant-flowered
Pansy, showing many rare colorings, and with the added
charm of a tantalizing, spicy perfume. A selection from the
Roggli, that has intensified the fragrance, without losing
any of the rich tones, heavy texture, or great size of the
flowers. Pkt. 25c.

BABY PANSY — A new selection of dainty delight. The
plants are of crowded bushy compactness, loaded with baby-
size blossoms in the whole rich range of Pansy colorings
and markings. The entire plant will not exceed four inches,
no straggling, waving sprawliness here, and an edging of it
will be a surprise in gentle beauty. It will even fit the
well-tamed rockery. Pkt. 25c.

PANSV RUFFLED BLEND — The petals are mostly fluted
and frilled, making the flowers sometimes seem almost
double. About every color and marking possible in Pansies
is included, and the blossoms are particularly large. Choose
this if you want something spectacular in massed bedding
effect. Pkt. 20c; J4 oz. for $1.00.

PANSY TRIUMPHANT — Here, if you grow it well, you
will reach the ultimate in Pansy size; nothing beyond. The
enormous blossoms are round in form, with broad, thick
petals that so overlap as to make the flowers seem almost
double, an effect enhanced by the curled and undulate mar¬
gins. The colors are brilliant and varied, running mostly
to richer tones, and usually with a contrasting spot on each
petal. Vigorous plants, robustly stemmed. Here are Pansy
aristoci'ats. Pkt. 40c; fa oz. $1.25; *4 oz. $2.25.

OFFER 93B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.25.

PANCRATIUM MARITIMUM — utw(ufk) (4) 16. Fragrant
white blossoms, large and graceful, in terminal clusters.
Fine house plant bulb, or fairly hardy, in sheltered posi¬
tions, if winter-mulched, south of Philadelphia. Often called
Sea Daffodil, and highly recommended as a pot plant. Pkt.
15c; Ys oz. 50c; *4 oz. 90c.

PAPAVER or POPPY

Easy, tolerant of adversity, gorgeous in coloring; no
flowers can be more satisfactory for brilliant effects, than
the Poppies.

PAPAVER ALPINUM MIXED— erlth(2-3)9. Miniature
Poppies in white, apricot pink, lemon and golden orange.
Mixed only. Pkt. 20c.

PAPAVER BORDER HYBRIDS— ecbx(2)36. Giant flow¬
ers in flame, scarlet, crimson, maroon, white, salmon pink
and rose. This is a particularly varied strain of the so-called
Oriental Poppy. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c; *4 oz. 60c.

PAPAVER CAUCASICUM — eot(2-3)25. Flowers that
deepen to brilliant scarlet from a yellow base. Showy.
From the Caucasus. Pkt. 15c.

PAPAVER HELD REICH I — *erbx(8)36. Grecian Poppy.
Flowers of amber-lighted orange, sway on slender stems
from June to November. A highly pleasing plant. Pkt. 15c.

PAPAVER LATER1TUM — erbx (2) 18. Enormous flowers
of terra cotta, tinted with roseate salmon. A rare Armenian
species. Pkt. 20c.

PAPAVER MACROSTOMUM— erx(2)16. Big flowers of
vivid crimson, above feathered foliage. Long in bloom, and
free in blooming. Pkt. 20c.

PAPAVER PILOSUM — *erbdx(8)30. The Olympian Poppy.
Loose blossom-showers of an exhiliarating apricot-orange
appear all summer long. Rather feathery foliage. Pkt. 10c;
Ys oz. 30c; Yu oz. 50c.

PAPAVER PINK HYBRIDS— Seeds saved from named
varieties of the salmon and pink group, in the ‘'Oriental”
section. Will not, of course, all come true, but all should be
good, and a fair proportion should show the desired pink
coloring. Pkt. 15c.

PAPAVER TRINAEFOLIUM — erbx (2) 16. Lovely foliage
rosettes, leaves slashed to silver filigree. Blossoms of soft
rosy purple, a bit small, but in rewarding plenitude. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 94B7 — One pkt. each of the above for $1.25.

LAWNS. Other plants than grass will give rich,
velvety, long-wearing turf. If grass does not thrive,
try Anthemis nobilis, Achillea millefolium, or Turfing
Daisy. I offer all three.

PARADISEA LILIASTRUM — ubch(3) 30. The exquisite
St. Bruno Lily, or Lily of Paradise. Trumpet flowers of
rarest, purest whiteness. Hardy, and one should grow great
banks of it. Pkt. 15c.

PARDANTHUS— See Belamcanda.

PARNASSIA PALUSTR1S — mnh(2)10. Grass of Parnassus.
Delicately veined creamy flowers. It loves moisture. Dainty
and pretty. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 25c.

PAROCHETUS COMMUNIS — *ergfx (4) (htw) . Trailer
with pretty butterfly blossoms in a subtle blend of blueness
and pinkness. Rockery, carpeting, or window. Pkt. 20c.
♦PARSONSIA LANCEOLATA — eobx(8)40. Curiously
formed flowers, the two large upper petals richest maroon,
veined with velvety black, but the four lower petals are a
brilliant crimson. Blooms early and late. Pkt. 10c.
PASSIFLORA EICHWALDTI — *vfh(htw) (3). Giant Pink
Passion-flower. Spectacularly handsome in bloom, with blos¬
soms up to four inches across, of richest rose-pink. Origi¬
nally found growing in a Maya ruin in Central America.
Probably a natural hybrid, with Passiflora mixta as one
parent. Pkt. 20c; fa oz. 60c; Y$ oz. $1.00.

PASSIFLORA INCARNATA— vy 20 ft. Passion Flower.
Attractive foliage and most beautiful flowers, white and pale
blue, oddly formed and fringey. Edible fruit. Fully hardy
at Philadelphia. Pkt. 10c.

PATERSONIA GLAUCA — rmfk(htw) (3)20. Rare, but
pretty Tasmanian irid with pale blue flowers. Pkt. 25c.
PATRINIA SCABIOSAEFOLIA — rbstmh(2-3) 18. Pretty
“Golden Valerian” flowers, loosely carried. Pkt. 15c.
PAULOWNIA IMPERIALIS — jk 50 ft. Empress Tree.
Great clusters of lovely lavender, spicily perfumed. Stem-
hardy to New York City. Root-hardy much farther north,
where the quick, handsome, annual shoots are valued for
screens. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 20c.

PELARGONIUM FANCY HYBRIDS— htw. Lady Wash¬
ington Geranium. Large flowers of white, red, or rose,
always with dark velvety blotch. Pkt. 25c.
PELARGONIUM ZONALE — htw. House or Bedding
Geranium. Long blooming and gorgeous in coloring. Ex¬
cellent mixture. Quick and easy from seed. Pkt. 15c.

THE SPLENDID PENTSTEMONS

Many glorious things for border, rockery or the cutting
garden are found among the Pentstemons. You have missed
much if you have not grown them. Please note that I
strongly recommend sowing seeds of species marked for “h”
culture, in open ground seed-oeds in either late fall or
early spring, while soil is cool.

PENTSTEMON ANTI RRH INOIDES — bfh(3) 36. Unique
for the color, soft yellow. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON BRIDGES I — rcbh(3)25. Many one-sided
spikes of bugle-shaped scarlet blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON CENTRA NTH I FOLI US — bfy (3)36. Tub¬
ular flowers of burning scarlet. Glaucous foliage. Pkt. 15c.
PENTSTEMON COBEA — erbh(3)28. Flowers of enor¬
mous size, softest lavender with purple markings. Glossy,
sparkling foliage. Spectacular, each plant one great bouquet.
Pkt. 15c; fa oz. 40c.

PENTSTEMON CONFERTUS BLUE— rbnh(3) 18. Showy

blossom clusters carried high above foliage. Effect is of a
most intense blue, though there is a bit of violet to the
tube. A particularly good thing. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON DIGITALIS— ecbndsth(3)50. Tall open
panicles of pearly white or softest lavender. Border or
naturalizing. Pkt. 15c; oz. 30c.

PENTSTEMON GLABER ROSEUS— rbdy(3)20. Attrac¬
tive trumpet-clusters of richest rose. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON GRACILENTUS — rbh(2-3) 12. Loosely
clustered flowers of richest violet. Rare. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON GRANDIFLORUS— ecbdh(3)36. Called
King of Pentstemons. Serried clusters of largest flower-
trumpets, open and graceful. Pure blue to orchid lavender.
Glaucous leaves, thick and crispy. A sure and easy species,
superbly showy. Pkt. 15c; fa oz. 2 5c; Ys oz. 40c.

PENTSTEMON HETEROPH YLLUS — *ecrbdh(8)20. A
delightful and easy species, with exquisitely formed trum¬
pets, lilac, amethyst or purest sapphire blue. Ever-blooming,
and quick from seed. Pkt. 15c; fa oz. 25c; Yu oz. 40c.

PENTSTEMON HIRSUTUS— bny (3) 36. From pale lilac
to rosy violet. Good. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c.
PENTSTEMON IMBERBUS — *ecbh(8)36. Blossoms of
lovely coral pink, filled with yellow down. An excellent
species on order of P. Torreyi, but distinct. Pkt. 15c.
PENTSTEMON MENZIESI — rh(3)6. Leathery-leaved
evergreen mats, with profuse royal purple trumpets above.
Pkt» 1 S c •

PENTSTEMON MURRAYANUS — bch(2)36. Elongated
panicles of intensified scarlet. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON NEWBERRYI — rh(3)12. Gray-green
foliage, with blossoms of lustrous crimson above. Pkt. 20c.
PENTSTEMON OVATUS — rbdh(2)24. Base-branching
plants, with flowers carried in loose clusters well above the
foliage. Blossoms of attractive soft lavender, buds a bit
deeper. Pkt. 15c; fa oz. 30c.

PENTSTEMON PALME RI — cbh(8)30. Handsome sp~cies.
making great bushes of plants, loaded with flowers of variable
tone, pure indigo to purple-tinged lavender. Pkt. 15c; iV oz.

30c.

PENTSTEMON PULCHELLUS — *ecrbx(8)30. Long
sprays of handsome flowers that range from purest carmine,
through rose, to lilac, scarce two plants alike. Blooms freely
first season, but perennial. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON PURPLE SEEDLINGS — rcbh(2-4)20.
Specific relationship undetermined, but is a bit on order of
P. diffusus. However, it is less leafy, with larger and
showier blossoms, more freely borne. Color is variable, but
always in blue and purple range, and always good. Tends
to be ever-blooming. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON RUPICOLA— ry (2-3) 5. A silvery-leaved
evergreen, studded with bright flowers of pink, glowing rose,
or brilliant ruby. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON SPECIOSUS— ecbh(2-3)35. The Showy
Pentstemon. Magnificent cut-flower, or highly decorative in
the border. Great one-sided, lcng-lasting spikes of bloom
above crispy foliage. Charmingly varied, from delicate flesh
tints, through rich pink and rose, to lilac, lavender and
violet. Has been described as of “breath-taking loveliness.”
Winter-hardy. Pkt. 15c; fa oz. 40c.

PENTSTEMON SCOULERI— erbh(2-3)20. Flowers like
glorious and enormous lavender Snapdragons. Varies, but
only from good, to better. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON WHITEDI— rh(2) 10. Erect in growth,
with showy flowers of marbled lavender. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 95B7 — One pkt. each of above 23 kinds for $3.25.

PENTSTEMON PEERLESS BLEND— If you want all
above, and others, but care little about namings, try this.
Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 35c; 54 oz. 65c.

FOR OTHER PENTSTEMONS, 15 kinds, see General
Seed Offer.

PEONY — See Paeonia.

PERSIMMON — See Diospyrus.

PETALOSTEMON VILLOSUM— ecbndx (3) 30. Graceful,
fine-leaved wands, with long-lasting flower-heads of silky
lavender. Particularly long-lasting as a cut-flower. Natural¬
izes well. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 30c; 54 oz. 50c.

♦PETUNIA AXILLARIS — eobnk(8)30. It is at dusk, or
on moon-lit nights, that white in the garden comes into its
own; and when, as here, the snowy or tinted blossoms are
dusk-fragrant, the effect is doubly delightful. Sow freely,
for great banks of evening loveliness. Pkt. 15c.

♦PETUNIA GOLDEN JUBILEE — erx(htw) (8) 15. Blos¬
soms of bright carmine, gloriously fringed and frilled. The
throat is gold, broidered with bronze, giving the flowers a
gay and festive air. Diameter of bloom is about 354 inches.
Plants are exceedingly free, effectively decorative for any
Petunia use. Pkt. 40c.

♦PHACELIA PARRYI — eok(l-3)16. Gaudy flowers, blue

to violet, in velvet intensity. Few annuals bloom as quickly
as this, yet it blossoms over a fairly long period. It is very
much worth growing. Pkt. 10c.

PHACELIA SERICEA — ry(2)15. Lilac-lavender bells sit
closely in tapered spikes, the far-extended stamens give a
plume-like effect to the whole, this enhanced by the silvered
feathery foliage. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

PHLOMIS SP. — *ebx(3)30. Tall, strict-branching plants
with leaves like Nepeta. Each stem ends in a fluffy spike
of blue-lavender bloom. Very good. Pkt. 15c.

HARDY PHLOX HERE

For general beauty, long-abiding, and laid on in great
color-splashes, Phlox, the flame-flower, stands alone.

Sow the seed in late autumn, and it will mostly germi¬
nate the next spring with quite weed-like ease; or if it must
be spring-sown, then put in the refrigerator first.

PHLOX ADSURGENS — rstaty(2)10. The blossoms show
exquisite blendings of pale soft pink and richest salmon rose.
Evergreen. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

PHLOX DIVARICATA — rbnsty(2) 16. In May its flowers
of royal blue-lavender form sheets of pure color. It carries
a dainty fragrance. Pkt. 20c.

PHLOX GLABERRIMA — rbmstaty(2-3) 25. The softest of
pinks, with silvery lavender overstain, or rarely it varies
to richest Phlox-purple. If its neighbors in the border be
either yellows or lavenders, you will be delighted with the
effect. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

PHLOX MACULATA — cbnsty(2)36. Panicled flowers, rose
to purple usually, but at times varying to pink or even
white. Good. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c.

PHLOX PILOSA — rbny(2-3)20. A showy species with
flowers of brilliant electric purple, that seems adaptable to
almost any reasonable condition. Pkt. 15c.

PHLOX WILD BLEND — Various native species in gor¬
geous mixture. Pkt. 15c.

PHLOX PEERLESS HYBRIDS — ecby(3-4)40. Saved
from a particularly fine series of border kinds, being mostly
hybrids of P. paniculata and P. maculata. Color range
covers all possible hardy Phlox hues. Sown in fall, will
be in bloom within a year. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 96B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

♦PHLOX DRUMMONDI APRICOT— eok(2-4) 6. A splen¬
did annual Phlox, dwarf, compact, free-flowering, with blos¬
soms of just the delightful color indicated by the name.
Pkt. 15 c.

♦PHLOX DRUMMONDI RADOWITZII — eok(2-4)12.
White, gorgeously splashed and striped with vivid rose. Try
this for giddy gaiety. Pkt. 10c.

PHOENIX RECLINATA — ehtw. Attractive and easy
Feather Palm for house culture. Four seeds, 20c.
PHOENIX ROEBELINI — htw. Considered finest of true
Palms for house culture, excelling all others in elegance,
grace and beauty. 3 seeds for 25c; 7 for 50c; 16 for $1.00.
PHYGELIUS CAPENSIS — qfh(htw) (3)36. Cape Fuchsia.
Blossoms of an explicit and glowing red, no magenta-ish
evasions here. Flowers are about 154 inches long, and are
carried in uniquely fashioned, but graceful, terminal panicles.
Stem-hardy outside to about Philadelphia. It is root-hardy
farther north, though, and may be treated there as an herba¬
ceous perennial, since it blooms freely on new shoots each
season. Grown also as a pot plant. Pkt. 15c.
PHYLLOCACTUS HYBRIDS— htw. The freest bloom¬

ing Cactus strain. Magnificent flowers in cream, pink,
orange, scarlet, crimson, lavender and purple. Oddly com¬
pressed, flanged and margined plant stems. Pkt. 10 seeds, 25c.
cACTUS For many other descriptive listings of ornamental
Cactus species, see CACTUS headings in both The Treasure
Chest and the General Seed Offer, also OPUNTIA, page 32.

PHYLLODOCE BREWERI— rasth(2) 10. A dainty, fra¬
grant mountain heath with bright green needle-clad stems
and brilliant flowers of purple-rose. Pkt. 20c.
PHYSOSTEGIA DIGITALIS— ecbx(3)60. Large blossoms
of that cool lavender that has lost almost its last trace of
pinkiness, an exquisite amethystine shade. Within, though,
they are shot with violet streaks. Pkt. 20c.

PHYTEUMA

Bell-flowers, but with the bells changed by some strange
magic to long-necked bottles of lucent, glassy beauty;, or
again, to wide and careless stars. Culture of the easiest,
save casualties to be expected in handling of any very tiny
seeds.

PHYTEUMA CANESCENS— ebx(3)36. Tall loose racemes
of open blossoms, bright blue, and sparse. Ashen foliage.
Pkt. 15c.

PHYTEUMA LIMONIFOLIUM — ebx(2)25. Star-flowers
of deep purple, with narrow, widely spreading, petals, car¬
ried in tangled and branching spike-like racemes. A highly
pleasing species. Pkt. 20c.

PHYTEUMA SCHEUCHZERI — erh(2-3) 16. Flowers like
fairy-flasks of vitreus azure;, clustered closely in fluffy,
shimmery balls of blueness. Pkt. 20c.

PHYTEUMA SERRATUM— erx(2)4. So dwarf that the
clusters of violet flask-blossoms are lapped in a wave of
foliage. Pkt. 20c.

PHYTEUMA SPICATUM— ebx(3)35. Cream-colored flow¬
ers, or rarely blue, gathered closely in elongated spikes.
Quite different. Pkt. 20c.

PHYTEUMA VAGNER I — erbx(2) 16. Bottles of amethys¬
tine violet, twisting in ovate clusters. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 97B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00

PHYTEUMA BLEND — The above, and others as inter¬
esting, in one general mixture. Pkt. 20c.

PICEA ABIES — See Picea excelsa.

PICEA ENGELMANNI— jk 150 ft. Silver Spruce. A
pyramidal tree of singular beauty, often silvery. Fully
hardy. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

PICEA EXCELSA — jk 150 ft. Norway Spruce. Particu¬
larly hardy and quick. Used for ornamental plantings,
windbreaks, sheared hedges, and for commercial. Christmas
Tree plantations; this last, by the way, a mighty good
idea for making waste land pay an eventual profit. Pkt. 5c;
54 oz. 15c; 1 oz. 50c; 54 lb. $1.50.

PICEA PUNGENS— jk 125 ft. Colorado Blue Spruce.
Always symmetrical, and particularly beautiful in specimen
plantings. A good proportion should be of the desired
steel blue; the rest silvery; all of them handsome. Pkt.
10c; 54 oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.00.

PIERIS MARIANA— qah(2-3) 72. Flowers like giant bells
of Lily of the Valley, but pink-tinged over waxy white.
Splendid shrub. Give Rhododendron culture. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 60c.

THE RUGGED PINES

There is a pleasant satisfaction in the sowing of tree
seeds, and in watching over the tree-children as they grow
into strength and beautjr. It is a very tangible way of
making dreams come true, and it doesn’t take as long as
one might think, either.

PINUS ARISTATA — jk. Handsome shrubby evergreen.
Pkt. 10c.

PINUS CEMBRA — jk 70 ft. Swiss Stone Pine. Even
when young, gives the effect of picturesque and rugged
age. Edible nut-like seeds. Excellent hardy species. Pkt.
10c; 54 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 65c.

PINUS DENSIFLORA— jk 100 ft. Japanese Pine. Hardy
and rapid species, with handsomely irregular branches.
Pkt. 10c.

PINUS LAMBERTIAN A — jk 220 ft. Giant Sugar Pine.
Splendid tree of great eventual height. Bears enormous
cones, up to twenty inches long. Nut-like seeds of particu¬
larly delicate flavor, highly esteemed. The nuts are pre¬
pared by toasting in a frying pan. The tree, too, is some¬
times tapped for its_ sap, which congeals in the air to sugar-
nuggets. John Muir is said to have termed it the best of
sweets. This Pine seems hardy in Massachusetts. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 35c.

PINUS MONTANA COMPACTA — qjk. A very good
dwarf and shrubby species for lawn or foundation planting.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz- 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

PINUS PONDEROSA — jk 200 ft. Magnificent species,
with gnarled, twisted branches, and long fragrant needles.
In maturity, there is no handsomer Pine than this. Pkt.
10c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

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PINUS RESINOSA — jk 100 ft. Red or Norway Pine.
Quick in growth. Fine ornamental or timber trees. Of
greatest hardiness. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 50c.

PINUS STROBUS— jk 100 ft. The noble White Pine.
Finest of timber trees, and an excellent ornamental. Pkt.
10c; *4 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

PINUS SYLVESTRIS — jk 75 ft. Scottish Pine, Riga
strain. Important timber tree for reforestation, or for
windbreaks. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

OFFER 98B7 — One pkt. each of the nine Pines for 85c.

PIPTANTHUS NEPALENSIS — *cbh(3) 75. Butterfly blos¬
soms of mellow gold. Shrubby, south, but in north treat
as root-hardy herbaceous perennial. Blooms freely on annual
shoots. Pkt. 15c.

PITCHER PLANT — See Sarracenia and Darlingtonia.
PLATYCODON NEW GIANT EARLY— *ecrbx(3-4)24.
Immense flowers of blue violet like great bells spread to
starry form. Sometimes variants of pure white, or white
streaked with azure, may appear. This Platycodon strain,
though soundly perennial, blooms first year as quickly as
an annual. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 25c; 54 oz. 40c; 54 oz. 65c.

PODOPHYLLUM EMODI — bnmsty(l)20. Bronzy um¬
brella leaves with pale rose flowers beneath. Showy scar¬
let fruits, said to be edible. Pkt. 15c.

POINSETTIA — htw. Euphorbia pulcherrima, the True
Christmas Poinsettia. Gorgeous in full glory of vivid live-
coal flower-bracts; a splendid house plant. 10 seeds for 25c;
50 seeds for $1.00.

POLEMONIUM or JACOB'S LADDER

Daintily flowered, exquisitely formed Phlox cousins of full
winter-hardiness and permanence.

POLEMONIUM CARNEUM — erbcsth(2-3)20. Lovely
sprays of wide bells that may be apricot-tinted cream, sal¬
mon pink, or even cherry rose; a sort of afterglow blending
that is most charming. Luxuriant foliage of fern effect.
See illustration, page 31. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 65c.
POLEMONIUM COERULEUM ALBUM — erbcsth(2-3)
15. Greek Valerian. A name that leads to beauty; the
many-belled sprays filled with blossoms of a translucent
whiteness l?kt 15c

POLEMONIUM CONFERTUM EXIMUM — rbh(2-3)9.
Wide saucer-bells of brown-centered blue-sky vividness, in
close cluster sprays. Musk fragrant. True alpine. Pkt. 20c.
POLEMONIUM OCCIDENTALE — ebsth(2-3)30. Showy,
honey-scented flowers of blue-lavender, spray out on arch¬
ing stems. Pkt. 20c.

POLEMONIUM PAUCIFLORUM — erh(2)20. Nodding
tubular flowers of clear yellow, streaked with bronze. A
delightful species, and rare, from Mexican mountains.
Pkt. 25c.

POLEMONIUM PULCHERRIMUM— ersth(2)10. Delight¬
ful blossoms, white-centered, but beyond, blue of April sky.
Pretty little fern-foliaged shade-sprawler. Pkt. 20c.
POLEMONIUM REPTANS — rbh(3)12. Leafy stems that
carry loose blossom showers of pendant sapphirine blueness.
Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c; 54 oz. 75c.

POLEMONIUM RICHARDSONI — rh(2-3)12. Flower
sprays of china blue. _ A good-natured, hearty plant that
you will like. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 99B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.25.
POLEMONIUM BLEND — Not less than ten species in
one splendid mixture. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

*POLYGALA LUTEA — ornmay(8)12. Orange Brilliant.
Thick soft clusters of vivid orange, fairly radiate waves of
shimmery color. A long-blooming delight through the
summer months. Pkt. 15c.

POLYGONUM BALDSCHUANICUM— vh 25 ft. Pink
Lace Vine. Glossy draperies, with lacy flower sprays of
palest pink. Fragrant. Pkt. 20c.

POLYGONUM CAPITATUM — *ergk(3-5)5. Wide-

rambling mats of deep green red-edged foliage, set over with
fluffy blossom-globes of soft pink, each on its four-inch
stem. Perennial with care, but consider it an easy annual,
and you can be care-free. Pkt. 15c.

POLYGONUM VIVIPARUM — erh(2)10. Foliage tufts
with lance-spikes rising, tiny white or pale rose stars above,
bulbils of mahogany gloss below. Pkt. 20c.

*PORTULACA MARGIN AT A — eork(2-4)8. Plants sturdily
upright and compact, loaded with pretty flowers of pure
buff. Excellent for annual edgings. Pkt. 15c.

POPPY — See Papaver.

POTENTILLA — See next page.

POTERIUM OBTUSATUM — cbsth(3)40. Lovely feathery
flower-spikes of rosy pink. Pkt. 25c.

PRATIA ANGULATA — rmsth(2-3)8. Pretty blossoms of
violet-touched white, above trailing undulate foliage; later,
glossy purple berries. Pkt. 20c.

FOR PRIMROSE ADVENTURE

If you would glorify your garden with Primroses, give
them coolness, a bare trifle of shade, and rich moist soil.
Even the shallowest of depressions, a mere scooped basin
an inch deep, that will gather more than its share of rain,
may make all the difference between struggling survival and
splendid fulfillment. No undrained sogginess, though.

Primula seed is sometimes a bit slow in germinating,
but, with patience, rather sure. It may come in two weeks;
it may take two months; it has even on occasion been
known to take two years. Why it is thus temperamental
has not been quite figured out. We only know that it is
not safe to discard any sowing of it, for it is just about
certain to germinate sooner or later.

PRIMULA BEESIANA — rcnmsty (2) 18. Blossoms of car¬
mine with bright yellow eye. Fragrant. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA BULLEYANA — rcnmsty(2) 18. Whorls of big
blossoms that open red-gold, but soften to pure yellow. As
easy as P. japonica, and with same prejudices and desires.
Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA CHIONANTHA — ry(2) 18. Storied umbels of

fragrant white. Rare, and lovely. Pkt. 25c.

PRIMULA CHUNGENSIS — ry(2)20. Fragrant yellow
flowers in clustered whorls and a terminal umbel. There is,
sometimes, a touch of pink. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA COCKBURNIANA — rcbm(2-3)24. A candel¬
abra Primrose with powder-white stems and radiant blos¬
soms, raspberry pink to autumn russet. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA CORTUSOIDES — rcbh(l-2)12. Pretty rose-
colored blossoms in many-flowered umbels. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA DENTICULATA— rcb(l)18. Right handsoms

clustered blossoms, in variable degrees of lilac, mauve and
purple. Rather easy. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA ELWESIANA — rmsty(l) 15. Very large flow¬
ers of richest violet, deeply fringed. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA FLORINDAE — rcbmy(3)36. Fragrant pendu¬
lous flowers of butter-yellow, from tall stems. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA HELODOXA — erbmsty(3)28. Think of a taller
Primula japonica, with larger blossoms that are lemon yel¬
low, and you will picture this. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA JAPONICA — ecrbnmsty (2-3)24. Tiers of blos¬
soms in widely varied and dainty colorings; always stal-
wartly beautiful. Not difficult. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA LITTON I AN A — rby (2)24. Soldiers of Thibet.
Crimson-tipped stems carry splendid six-inch spikes of violet
blue, in Hyacinth effect. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA MODESTA — rmsty(l-2)9. Loose heads of per¬
fumed pink flowers, each with twinkling yellow eye ; Gold-
dusted leaves below. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA OBTU SI FOLIA — ry(l-2). Attractive blos¬
soms that may be purple, violet or crimson velvet. Variable;
indeed the name may cover a group of unsegregated specie*
rather than a single one. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA PULVERULENTA — crbmsty (2-3)30. White¬
stemmed clusters of rich crimson bloom, or rarely rosy
pink with golden eye. Showy, and not difficult. Pkt. 15c

PRIMULA REINI — rsty(l)10. Loose sprays of clear pink
blossoms, each centered with a radiant star of deep rose.
A dainty woodlander. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA ROSEA GRANDIFLORA— rmsth(2) 9. Clus¬
ters of sparkling rose-carmine above glossy foliage. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA SIEBOLDI — ry(2)3. Giant flowers, often
fringed, white, rose or purple. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA SIKKIMENSE— rbmh(2)25. Wide and glorious
honey-yellow bells swing in loose clusters, all silver-dusted.
Fragrant. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA SUFFRUTESCENS — ry(2)8. Glossy leaves
hide prostrate woody branches, with many flower-stems
rising from their tips. The blossoms are large and fra¬
grant, brilliant rose to crimson. Grows in granite crevices,
10,000 feet up on mountain peaks. Give light cool shade,
or north exposure. Pkt. 25c.

PRIMULA VEITCHI — rsty(l-2)18. Whorl above whorl
of lively purple flowers, each with golden eye. Pkt. 20c.

PRIMULA WATTI — ry(l)6. Blossom bells of fringed

sapphire over leaves of silver shag. An alpine jewel, from
Thibetan borders, aloof, and a bit unfriendly. When we
bring it to full garden perfection, we shall have acquired
merit in the way of Buddha. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 100B7 — One pkt. each of above for $3.50.

PRIMULA AVALON BLEND— Contains all the kind*
here offered, blended with seeds of selected Irish Hybrid
Primulas, and others. It will produce splendid bloom
over a long season, in cream, terra-cotta, apricot, pink,
rose, salmon, orange, scarlet, crimson, and purple Pkt
20c; sp. pkg. 50c; oz. $1.25.

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POTENTILLA

Potentilla must have been made for dependable rock
garden delight.

POTENTILLA ATROSANGUINEA — rbh(3-4)24. Silvery
leafiness, starred with blood-red blossoms from midsummer
till late autumn. Pkt. 15c.

POTENTILLA BREWERI EXPANSA — eursth(2)6.
Sprays of golden-gloss blossoms, splendidly showy, with
Bopping fern-frond foliage. Recommended. Pkt. 20c.

POTENTILLA NEPALENSIS MISS WILLMOTT — rh
(3-4) 10. Bright blossoms of a luscious rosiness nestle in
tangles of silky foliage. Here is quaint loveliness for the
rockery. Pkt. 20c.

POTENTILLA NEVADENSIS— erh(l) 4. Compact silver-
tufts, from which stray prostrate gray-green foliage sprays,
set with big blossoms of lustrous yellow. Spain. Pkt. 25c.

POTENTILLA RUPESTRIS — erblth(4)15. Autumn foun¬
tains of white flowers, above bronze-toned foliage that later
becomes maroon. Pkt. 15c; ig oz. 25c.

POTENTILLA TRANSCASPI A— ebnh (2)25. Blossoms of
soft and melting yellowness, the petals open at the base to
show a five-pointed star of green sepalage. Floriferous. Pkt.
15c; tV oz. 35c.

POTENTILLA TRIDENTATA— rdh(3) 4 to 12. Wine-
leaf. Pretty spreading bushlets, starred with white blos¬
soms. Autumn stains the foliage to a wine-red mat.
Pkt. 15c.

POTENTILLA WHITE BEAUTY— erbh(l) 16. Rather
large flowers of purest snowy whiteness, in branched sprays.
Early blooming. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 101B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.25.

PRIMULA — See page 36.

PROBOSCIDEA or MARTYNIA

Easy annuals with gorgeous orchid-like blossoms. Sow
crowdingly in poor soil and you will have beauties. Be
kind to them, and the foliage will outgrow the bloom.
Moral, treat them roughly. Weird devil-claw pods. See
illustration, page 31.

♦PROBOSCIDEA LOUISIANA — eocbk(8)30. Loosely
clustered blossoms of pale lilac, with golden bronze spots
above. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c.

♦PROBOSCIDEA JUSSIEUI ROSEA — eocbk(8)30.

Splendidly irregular blossoms that shade from pink-tinged
ivory to richest rose, with burnished copper barrings. Huge
downy leaves, sun-sparkling. Pkt. 15c.

♦PROBOSCIDEA LUTEA — eocbk(8)24. Close-spiked flow¬
ers of glossy gold, marked cinnabar. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 102B7 — One pkt. each of the three for 35c.

PRUNUS

Hardy trees and shrubs, variously valued for flowers and
fruit. They need cold for starting.

PRUNUS INCISA — qjy. Dwarf Japanese Cherry. No
ornamental Cherry is more floriferous, the slender branches
weighed down in spring with the burden of pink and white
bloom. Of great hardiness. Pkt. 15c.

PRUNUS MANDSCHURICA— jy. Manchurian Apricot.
Fruits rather small but rich, sweet and succulent. This is
likely the hardiest of the Apricots. It is safe to the full
northern limit of Peach plantings. Pkt. 10c.

PRUNUS MARITIMA— qjy 10 ft. Beach Plum. Worth
growing as an ornamental, because of its fine form and
foliage, and its wealth of feathery white bloom in spring.
Later loaded with sweet, juicy fruits, valued for jelly
making. Pkt. 10c.

PRUNUS MELANOCARPA — qy. White flower sprays in
spring, followed by shining black fruits, from which, with
apple added, a delicious tangy fruit-butter or jam, may be
made. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

PRUNUS SERRULATA— jy 40 ft. Ornamental Cherry.
The showiest and most variable of the Japanese Flowering
Cherries, with blossoms from blush white through true pink,
to deepest rose. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

PRUNUS SERRULATA PENDULA— Weeping Japanese
Cherry, with trailing whip-like branches. Splendid pink
flowers. Pkt. 15c.

PRUNUS TOMENTOSA — qjy. Nanking Cherry. Shrub-
tree grown for the lovely pink and white blossoms, but it
bears also, a goodly crop of rich-flavored, bright red fruits
in July. Fully hardy. Pkt. 10c.

PRUNUS TRILOBA — qjy. Flowering Almond. Shrubby
tree. Flowers of soft pink in uttermost spring profusion,
line each twig and branch. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c.

OFFER 103B7 — One pkt. each of above for 75c.

PRINSEPIA SINENSIS— qy 6 ft. Handsome hardy shrubs,
loaded with bright yellow blossoms in early spring. Earliest
shrub to come into leaf, mantled in green while other spe¬
cies are still bare-branched. Bears edible fruits like purple
Cherries, of pleasant sub-acid flavor. Pkt. 15c.

PSEUDOTSUGA DOUGLASI GLAUCA — jk 200 ft.
Douglas Fir. Compact whorled pyramids with silvered
foliage. Valued as an ornamental or as a giant timber tree.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.00.

PSIDIUM— See Guava.

PUSCHKINIA LIBANOTICA — urzy(l)8. Pretty early
spring bulb, with starry blue flowers, striped white. Pkt.
20c ; tV oz. 50c.

PUSCHKINIA LIBANOTICA ALBA — urzy(l)8. The
pure white Lebanon Squill. Early flowering. Hardy bulb.
Pkt. 20c.

PUYA CHILENSIS — htw50. Yucca-like foliage, with a
highly showy yellow inflorescense above. A plant of strik¬
ing appearance. Pkt. 20c.

PYRETHRUM — See Chrysanthemum.

PYXIDANTHERA BARBULATA — rstay(l)2. Little
Pyxie. Tufted mossy mats, emerald, russet or bronze ac¬
cording to sun and season. The blossoms are pink in the
bud, but open pearl white, and so profusely, and stud the
moss so closely that they hide all else. Due to fire in the
barrens this year, no seeds were gathered but a limited
quantity from the 1935 picking is still available. This is.
likely still viable, but please note that Pyxidanthera is
always slow germinating. Pkt. 20c.

RAMONDIA PYRENAICA — rh(2)5. Rare alpine with
charming lilac-blue flowers above rosettes of crinkly, shaggy
foliage. Give cool position and deep soil. Pkt. 20c.

RANUNCULUS or BUTTERCUP

Not all the Buttercups are yellow, but they are al!
beautiful.

RANUNCULUS ASIATICUS IMPERIAL — ufcbh(htw)
24. Wonderful strain of the Persian Ranunculus, with
mostly fully double flowers, in varied chrome-yellow, buff,
orange, rose and scarlet. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 35c.

RANUNCULUS BULBOSUS— ecnh(l-2) 16. True Butter¬
cup. Large blossoms of glistening yellow on branching
plants with decoratively slashed leaves. It is this that
fills the meadows with gold. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz.. 25c; 54
oz. 40c.

RANUNCULUS FASICULARIS — erndsty(l)8. Hillside
Buttercup. Little cups of burnished gold in earliest spring,
above foliage of silvery, silky grayness. Pkt. 10c.
RANUNCULUS GLABERRIMUS — rndh(l)4. A very
early, dwarf Buttercup, with flowers so short-stemmed and
flattened that the very earth seems sprinkled with big gold
coins, but this gold is not yet contraband. Pkt. 15c.
RANUNCULUS GRAMINEUS — erbh(l) 12. Large and
handsome flowers of burnished citron yellow. Pkt. 15c.
RANUNCULUS SEPTENTRIONALIS — nmh(l-2)24. A
robust Buttercup of stream edges and low meadows. Inch¬
wide flowers of shining yellow for three months. Pkt. 15c.
OFFER 104B7 — One pkt. each of above for 60c.

RAOULIA EXIMIA — rbndh(3)16. Vegetable Sheep. A
remarkable New Zealand plant, resembling, at a little dis¬
tance, the woolly mound that might be a resting sheep.
Really it is a closely tufted shrub, bearing multitudes of
white daisies packed so tightly that the sheep illusion is
quite explainable. Pkt. 20c.

RAOULIA SUBSERICEA — rgdh(2)6. Loose mats of silver
gray, starred with white daisies. New Zealand. Pkt. 20c.
RHEUM ACUMINATUM — ebh(3)36. Panicles of bright

rose purple flowers, above large and heart-shaped basal
leaves. Hardy. Pkt. 10c.

RHEUM NOBILE — ebth(3)60. Stately yellow-thatched
spires tower over luxuriant foliage. For backgrounds or
vivid accents. Hardy. Stalks are edible. Pkt. 10c; 54

oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.40.

RHEUM PALMATUM RUB RUM — ebth(3)70. Great un¬
dulate leaves, and tall panicles of showy crimson bloom.
Hardy. Pkt. 10c.

RHEXIA LUTEA- — -rbnmh(2)12. Golden Meadow Beauty.
Clustered blossoms, brilliantly golden orange, above bronzed
foliage. Extraordinarily showy- Pkt. 20c.

RHEXIA MARIANA — erbnmh(4)20. Big blossoms of
silvery rose-pink, exquisite individually; and in mass plant¬
ings, of most ingratiating beauty. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 60c
RHEXIA VIRGINICA — eurbnmh(3-4) 18. Here is vivid

brilliance for weeks on end, a glorious encarmined purple,
each four-petaled blossom set with gold-laden anthers. It
is hardy and will thrive robustly in any good garden soil.
Sometimes, too, it is used as a pot plant. You will not
regret a sowing of it (Farrer notwithstanding). Pkt. 15c:
*4 oz. 75 c.

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RHODODENDRONS

Rhododendron, the Rose Tree of the Ancient Greeks, like
good wine “needs no bush.” Just a word, though, to em¬
phasize the family need for acid soil, for with practical
unanimity the Rhododendrons are lime-haters. Sour the
soil about them by adding leaf mould, peat, old sawdust,
or that low-priced chemical, aluminum sulphate, and you
will have no trouble with them, qcsty.

RHODODENDRON ANTHOPOGON — Spreading foot-
high evergreen, with fragrant flowers, white, cream or pink-
tinged buff. Aromatic foliage. Pkt. 15c.
RHODODENDRON ARBOREUM— This is one of the
few tree Rhododendrons, growing eventually, in its Him¬
alayan homeland, to a height of seventy feet. Big blossoms
of brilliant scarlet. Pkt. 20c.

RHODODENDRON AUCKLANDI — Largest flowered,
with waxen, fragrant blossoms, to seven inches across.
White, with pink suffusion. 7 ft. Pkt. 20c.
RHODODENDRON CAMPANULATUM— Bells of enamel
whiteness, spotted contrastingly with deep crimson. Rare,
hardy, beautiful. Pkt. 15c.

RHODODENDRON CAROLINIANUM— Large flowers of
carmine purple. Six feet. Good. Pkt. 15c.
RHODODENDRON CATAWBIEN SE — Big clustered
blossoms in cool, translucent lavender. Massachusetts hardy.
Very beautiful. Pkt. 15c.

RHODODENDRON CHRYSANTHUM — Clear yellow
bells on evergreen plants to three feet. Pkt. 20c.
RHODODENDRON FERRUGINEUM— Rose of the Alps.
Delightful carmine bloom-clusters in early summer. Hardy
evergreen. Three feet. Pkt. 15c.

RHODODENDRON FULGENS— Bells of blood-red, with
black soot at base. Evergreen. 6 ft. Pkt. 15c
RHODODENDRON KEISKEI — A low-spreading ever¬
green with primrose yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.
RHODODENDRON MAXIMUM— A giant, growing to
thirty-five feet, and hardy to Quebec. Showy blossoms of
rosy carnelian, but sometimes white or violet. Pkt. 15c.
RHODODENDRON SETOSUM— Dwarf spreading shrub,
only a foot high, flower-loaded in royal purple. Pkt. 15c.
RHODODENDRON THOMSONI— Bell flowers that vary
from pink-suffused white, through rosy salmon, to blood red.
8 ft. Pkt. 15c.

RHODODENDRON WASHINGTON I ANUM — The deep
rose blossoms, in undulate bell form, are marked with
golden brown. To ten feet. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 50c.

OFFER 106B7 — One pkt. each of above for $2.00.
RHODODENDRON BLEND— In addition to all of the
species here listed, and many others, the blend includes
seeds of splendid hybrid varieties, collected in English
gardens. Pkt. 15c; tV oz. 50c.

HORTICULTURAL BOOKS— Write for our special
book catalog, sent gladly on request. It is worth
having just for the interesting descriptions and com¬
ments.

RHODOTHAMNUS CHAMAECISTUS — rlth(2)12. An
exquisite evergreen shrub. In May, there are marvelous
p\ire pink flowers of quite unsurpassable loveliness. From
the Dolomite Alps, and hardy, but naturally yearns for
lime. Give Rhododendron culture otherwise. Pkt. 25c.
RIVINA HUMILIS — htw. Rouge Plant. Pretty rose and
white blossoms, followed by sprays of brilliant rouge-red
berries. A cheery window plant. Pkt. 20c.

ROBINIA HISPIDA — eqcbk(2)30. Rose Acacia. Shrub-
let of exquisite beauty, with great racemes of charming,
rose-colored flowers. Dwarf, free-seeding variety. Pkt. 15c.
ROBINIA PSEUDACACIA — jk 80 ft. Black Locust.
Sturdy timber and ornamental tree. Makes good posts.
Also recommended for planting on slopes to prevent erosion,
the net of fibrous roots holding the soil. A legume, and
restores nitrogen. Sprays cf sweet-scented creamy bloom
in May and June. Pkt. 10c; J/\ oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.
ROBINIA VISCOSA — jk 40 ft. Ornamental tree with
clustered “sweetpea” blossoms in late spring, pure pink,
with touch of yellow. Pkt. 15c.

ROMANZOFFIA SITCHENSIS — rrnsh(2-3)8. Mist

Maiden. A delight in any rockery, green as an emerald
after months of winter. Creamy star-sprays. Pkt. 15c.
ROMANZOFFIA UNALASCHKENSIS — rmsh(2-3)10.
More robust, with showers of white, gracefully swaying
blossoms. A. charmer. Pkt. 15c.

SPECIAL ROCK GARDEN BLEND

A mixture in varied proportions of seeds of more than
one hundred distinct and interesting perennial flowers that
are right for the rock garden. Please note that some kinds
will come up quickly, while others are slower to germinate.
Transplant young seedlings with little soil disturbance, for
likely there are kinds still to sprout. Special large pkg. 25c.

ROMNEYA COULTERI — (q)bdzy(2-3)96. Matilija or
Shrub Poppy. Great blossoms of purest whiteness and
silken crepe-like texture, to eight inches across, above
tangles of blue-powdered leaves and gray-green stems. Mag¬
nificently beautiful. Hardy to Philadelphia. May be grown
much further north if given sheltered position and mulching.
Sow seed in outdoor beds in late autumn or winter and it
will germinate strongly in spring. Sow at any other time,
and it will be slow and difficult to sprout. It must have
cold to start it. Pkt. 15c.

ROMULEA

Quick bulbs of highest merit for pot culture, blooming
often within ten months from seed. Jewel-like flowers open
repeatedly for many weeks, htw (7) 12 (except sabulosa).

ROMULEA HARTUNGI— New species from the Canary
Islands just brought into cultivation. Dwarf. Particularly
quick. Pretty lavender flowers in profusion. Pkt. 20c.

ROMULEA ROSEA — Rosy lilac blossoms, ringed black
within the cup, but with golden anthers. Dwarf. Desirable
Pkt. 20c.

ROMULEA HIRSUTA — Newly idenified species. Cinna¬
bar red with tawny buff reverse. Pkt. 25c.

ROMULEA SABULOSA — Rare species, with particularly
large flowers, brilliant shining red with yellow markings
within. Tallest of the Romuleas, three feet or more. Pkt. 25c.
OFFER 107B7 — One pkt. each of above for 80c.

ROMULEA BLEND — The various colors in mixture. In¬
cludes white. Pkt. 20c.

ROSCOEA CAUTLIOIDES — ufrsth(2-3) 18. Blossoms of
crumpled silken loveliness, the weird grace of the Orchid
with the shell-daintiness of the Gladiolus. The color is
luminous citron. Pkt. 25c.

ROSE ACACIA — See Robinia hispida.

ROSES — See the next page.

RUBUS

A group of hardy shrubby plants, many of them of con¬
siderable ornamental value. Mostly they bear edible berries.
RLJBUS DELICIOSUS — cqy(2)50. In June, arching
branches loaded with big white blossoms, yellow tasselled
as to stamens. Splendid cut-flower. Thornless. A fit shrub
for choicest company. Fruit not edible. Pkt. 25c.

RUBUS ILLECEBROSUS — Handsome dwarf shrub, with
large white flowers and edible scarlet fruits. Makes ex¬
cellent cut flower. Valued for decorative plantings. Pkt. 15c.
RUBUS PARVIFLORUS — qsty50. Thimble-berry. Big
white blossoms like crinkled tissue paper; then flattened,
red berries, fragile, but sweet. I remember from my own
north-Idaho days, many years ago, how good they used to
taste when we were resting for a bit from the hot work
of clearing land. Pkt. 20c.

RUBUS PARVUS — gnmsty(9). Wild, trailing tangles ob
toothed, ivory-white stems. Bears edible, mulberry-like
fruits. South Island of New Zealand. Pkt. 15c.

RUBUS PHOENICOLASIUS — Wineberry. Hardy orna¬
mental shrub, to three feet, with pink flowers and odd,
edible, cherry-red fruits, growing in burs. Foliage silvery
white below. Pkt. 20c.

RUBUS SPECTABILIS — qsty50. Salmon-berry. Showy
purple flowers, followed by edible berries, yellow to red.
The Indians ate the young and tender stem-shoots, too.
Pkt. 15 c.

OFFER 108B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

RUBUS BLEND — Mixture of the kinds described. Pkt. 15c.

RUDBECKIA — See also Echinacea.

RUDBECKIA HIRTA — ecbnx(3-4)36. Black-eyed Susan.
Showy flowers of brilliant golden orange, the centers choco¬
late brown. Effective in border, naturalizes with facile
but controllable readiness, and cuts splendidly. Pkt. 10c:
Ys oz. 35c.

RUDBECKIA HIRTA AVALON SELECTION— In this
strain the form of the flower is more star-like, but full size
has been held, if not increased. The blossoms, many of
them, show shadings and bandings of red mahogany, or
they may be simply powdered with ruddy brown over soft
yellow. Others will be of full yellowness on the face, but
deeply tinged with autumn in reverse. Some of the seed¬
lings, quite naturally, will revert to the deep orange-gold
of the type, but even of these there will be many banded
at the petal base with tints of pale lemon or shades of
deep ochre. Supply still limited. Pkt. 25c.

RUDBECKIA LACINIATA — ecbnx(3-4)60. Wild Golden
Glow. Pretty single flowers of soft yellow. Recommended
for naturalizing. Pkt. 5c; r/s oz. 20c.

THE ROSES

No need to paint the rose, surely not the garden roses;
but a word may be in order for those that have not yet
awakened to the delicate charm and varied uses of the
wild or species roses. They will add brightness to the
border, the taller kinds for backgrounds, or they may be
used for edgings, or in the mixed shrubbery planting. Cer¬
tain of them will sprawl, gloriously wreathed in bloom,
later with vivid autumn leaf-tints, in the rockery. And of
course they may be naturalized; and all Roses cut well.
Sow seeds as directed under “y” key on page one, and you
will find them rather easy.

ROSA ALPINA — A most handsome low-growing Rose from
mountain heights, with dainty pink to crimson flowers. Two
to three feet, not too large for the rockery. Pkt. 20c.

THE BABY ROSE — Multitudes of tiny roses in varied
lovely colorings, single to fully double. Long blooming.
Very dwarf. Quick from seed. Recommended for edgings,
bedding, or rockery. A wonderful window plant, too. The
delightful and mysterious Rosa Rouletti is likely simply a
selected seedling of this. Some new seedling might just
possibly be even better. Pkt. 20c.

ROSA BLANDA — A charming Wild Rose, with big single
blossoms of purest pink, followed by winter-showy scarlet
fruits. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

THE BURNET ROSE— Will thrive in poor soil. Pretty
blossoms, single to double, in white, cream, primrose, buff
and even butter-yellow, or sometimes pink and rose. Tiny
leaflets and diffuse twigs, giving fern-spray effect to foliage.
Seedlings vary from 12 to 40 inches in height. Try the
dwarfer in the rockery; the taller will do nicely in the
border, or as a low hedge. It is Rosa spinossissima. Pkt. 15c.

ROSA FOLIO LOS A — A delightful little rose that will fit
the rock garden, sixteen inches its highest ambition. Usually
the dainty single blossoms are snowy white, with golden
stamens, but sometimes they will show blush-pink tintings.
Pkt. 15c.

ROSA HUGONIS — Handsome arching shrub, each branch
a wreath of glorious soft yellow in late spring. Excellent
hedge or screen. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 25c; 54 oz. 40c.

ROSE HYBRID PERPETUAL _ A splendidly showy class

of Garden Roses with flowers of largest size. Color spread
is from palest blush, through all the shades of pink and
rose, to red, crimson and maroon; pure white, of course,
in addition. Hybrid Perpetual Roses are of great winter
hardiness, strong-growing and vigorous. This blend should
produce some fine doubles, remainder being single or semi¬
double. Pkt. 20c.

ROSE HYBRID TEA — Here we have yellow, with all its
variations and gradations into creaminess and tawniness, or
into tones of apricot, salmon, orange and copper; but white,
pink, rose and red as well. Should give a good percentage
of doubles. Some plants may flower first year, about all
the second. Pkt. 20c.

ROSA MOYESI — A gorgeous shrub, with flowers of ruby-
crimson, followed by glossy pendant fruits of “sealing-wax”
red. Pkt. 20c.

ROSA MULTIFLORA — Pretty little blossoms carried in
big sprays; white usually, but sometimes pink, rose or red.

It may be an arching shrub, or often will show trailing or
climbing habit. Particularly good for planting on banks.
Also used as an under-stock. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

ROSA NITIDA — Splendid rose for the larger rockery.
Stems hidden with crimson bristles, bear blossoms of bright
pink, rose or red. Pkt. 15c.

ROSA POLYANTHA FL. PL.— See The Baby Rose.

ROSA POMIFERA — qy 6 ft. Handsome rose with showy
pink flowers in June and July, followed by very large red
fruits. _ most ornamental. In Germany, delicious preserves
are said to be made from them. Pkt. 15c.

ROSA RUBRIFOLIA — The scarlet-painted foliage from
early until late, makes the whole shrub into one great all- j
summer bouquet. Pink blossoms in season. Six feet.
Likes light shade. Pkt. 15c.

ROSA RUGOSA — Splendid shrub for hedges or screens.
Bears, more or less all summer, big single flowers in white,
pmk or rosy red. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

ROSA WICHURIANA — For carpeting a bank with glossy
emerald, nothing excels the trailing Memorial Rose, its
foliage, nearly evergreen, studded in summer with sprays
of pure white. Plant it along wire fences and it will trans¬
form them to flower-set walls of living green. Pkt. 10c; *4
oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.

OFFER 109B7 — One pkt. each of above for $2.00.

WILD ROSE BLEND — A mixture of many delightful
kinds. Make plentiful sowings for informal grace and
cheerful color. I recommend this wholeheartedly. There
are no lovelier shrubs. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c.

RUELLiA

Free and long-blooming plants for rock garden or border.
Of highest merit. They like full sun, and hot, dry places.
Often flower first year.

RUELLIA CILIOSA — erdh(2-3)15. Few flowers bloom

more continuously than this. It starts in June, and lasts
till September is done, each day giving a new display of the
long tubed silky lavender blossoms, flaring to Petunia form.
It is fully winter-hardy, worships the sun, and thrives in
drought. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c; 54 oz. 70c; 1 oz. $2.50.
RUELLIA PEDUNCULATA — ebdh(2-3)30. Branching
plants, carrying long-tubed flowers of pale blue-violet in
somewhat of a whorl formation. Pkt. 20c.

RUELLIA STEEPENS— ebdh(2)30. Gay flowers of soft
blue, peer from the leaf-axils. A plant of distinctive per¬
sonality, needed in our gardens. Pkt. 20c.

RUELLIA TUBEROSA — eufbh(htw) (8) 30. Attractive
blossoms of violet, long-tubed and widely open. For the
border, if well mulched in winter, or an effective, long-
blooming house plant. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 110B7 — One pkt. each of the above for 60c.

RUMEX VENOSUS— eucbdsth(3)25. Much worth grow¬
ing for the long-enduring and spectacular seed-spikes, the
flowers being without significance. The pods are trans¬
lucent and flaky, of most delicate carmine-stranded and
rose-flushed silveriness, and carried on great spikes in
loose open showers. Highly decorative in border, or as
strawflowers. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

*SABATXA ANGULAR IS — ocrnh(3-4)25. Blossoms of ex¬
quisite loveliness, five-petalled and sometimes two inches
across, in color the very clearest and brightest of true pinks.
A single plant is a veritable bouquet, for a hundred per¬
fumed flowers open at once is not unusual. At its best, of
quite arresting beauty, and certainly worth the bit of extra
care and patience that may be needed to bring it on from
seed. Pkt. 15c,; jV oz. 35c; 54 oz. 60c.

SAGITTARIA MIXED — cnmh(3-4)25. Arrowhead. At¬
tractive wax-white flowers with yellow anthers. Arrowhead
foliage. Excellent hardy water or mud plant. The starchy
tubers, boiled or roasted, were used as food by the Indians.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

SALIX RETUSA — rgh(2)4. Creeping Alpine Willow.
Wide carpets of little shining leaves, the whole gold-
powdered in late spring by the infinitely tiny yellow blos¬
soms. Pkt. 15c.

*SALPIGLOSSIS PURPLE AND GOLD — eocbx(3)32.
Wide purple bells, overlaid and laced with burnished gold.
Richly decorative in the garden, or surprisingly effective as
a cut flower. Pkt. 10c.

*SALPIGLOSSIS SCARLET AND GOLD — eocbx(3)32.
Here the ground color is brightest scarlet, but marked with
the same golden flourishes and reticulations. Pkt. 10c.

SALPINGO STY LIS COELESTINA — uftk(2-3)16. The
long-lost Celestial Ixia of Bartram, but recently re-dis¬
covered. Rather large flowers of royal blue-purple, without
markings. Pkt. 20c.

SALVIA or ORNAMENTAL SAGE

A group of easily handled and decidedly decorative plants,
both annual and perennial.

SALVIA ARGENTEA — eotrbdk(3-4)35. I recommend this
for annual growing, just to have the great glorious leaf-
rosettes. The leaves are indented from below, as thin metal
might be hammered into patterns, but above they are cov¬
ered with cobwebby down of drawn silver. In morning,
gleaming dewdrops are caught in the tangle. The second
season the silvered mantling disappears, but there is com¬
pensation in the attractive spikes of rosy, creamy or pale
violet flowers. Pkt. 15c.

SALVIA AZTJREA — *ecbx (3-4) 36. Fine flowers of bright
azure blue in loose racemes. Plant seems dusted with white
meal. Hardy. Pkt. 10c.

SALVIA BRACTEATA — *erbndk(3-4)20. Spikes of filmy
lavender flowers, aromatically and sweetly fragrant. A very
pleasant plant, and permanent. Pkt. 15c.

^SALVIA CARDUACEA — eobk(3)18. The whole plant is
silvered with down. The fiowerheads are tangled silky
gossamer, from which peer out the daintiest of wavy-edged
sky-blue blossoms. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

-SALVIA COCCINEA — eocbdk(3-4)36. Radiant, coral-
tinged scarlet; a gentler treatment of red than in Salvia
splendens. Pkt. 15c.

SALVIA JURISICI — ::erbh (3) 18. A splendid species with
large flowers of violet blue, a rich shade. Pinnate foliage
of deep green. Quite unlike other Salvias. Pkt. 25c.

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SALVIA PRATENSIS TEN ORE I — *ecbdh(3-5) 30. Grace¬
ful spikes of rich violet-indigo blossoms, each purple-bracted.
Showy. Red-marbled foliage. Pkt. 15c.

♦SALVIA SPLENDENS MAROON PRINCE— eocbk(3-4)
25. It has been termed mulberry, maroon, plum ; but in
reality it has just that depth of velvety richness that a
blending of the three might show. Pkt. 20c.

*SALVIA SPLENDENS WHITE PRINCE— Like above
variety in every way save that the flowers are white. The
two are wonderfully effective together. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 111B7 — One pkt. each of the nine, for $1.25.

SAMBUCUS— See Elderberry.

SANDERSONIA— See Gloriosa.

SANGUINARIA CANADENSIS— rnmsty( 1 ) 10. Glory ol
spring woodlands, with chalices of spotless white, contrast¬
ing with the golden center-tassel. Called Bloodroot from
the red sap, which the Indians used for war paint. Pkt.
15c; Ys oz. 40c; Yu oz. 75c.

SAPONARIA CAESPITOSA— erlth(2)6. Large flowers of
brightest pink unfold from velvety red buds. Of high merit.
Pkt. 20c.

SAPONARIA LUTEA — er(2-3)6. Low mounds of pale
green, with little crowded clusters above, star-filled with
softest yellow. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

SAPONARIA OCYMOIDES SPLENDENS — ersth(3)8.
Showers of stars, a deep warm rose, above spreading, trail¬
ing branches. Good, Pkt. 10c.

SAPONARIA OCYMOIDES ALBA— A clear and excellent
white, of equal profusion to the original. Pkt. 15c.

SAPONARIA OFFICINALIS — ecnbx(3-4)24. Bouncing
Bet. Pale pink flowers with spicy perfume, are carried for
many weeks. Recommended for easy and profuse natural¬
izing. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 20c; 54 oz. 35c; 1 oz. $1.00.
SAPONARIA OFFICINALIS DOUBLE WHITE— ecbx
(3-4)24. The blossoms are well-doubled, pure white, and
carry tor a long season. A Bouncing Bet worthy of any
border. Pkt. 15c.

SARCODES SAN GUINEA — ny 25. Snow Plant, called sc
because it often appears before old snow banks have melted,
but there is nothing snowy in its translucent fiery scarlet
hue; all glowing redness, stem and blossom alike. The
flowers are like Hyacinth bells, but actually it is a lazy,
chlorophyll-lacking Heath-cousin. Try it only under Pine
trees, where old needle-litter has made a humus carpet.
Pkt. 20c.

SARRACENIA or PITCHER PLANT

The leaves are hollow water-filled pitchers, strangely
marked, while above them on sturdy stems are bowing

flowers of decidedly a decorativeness, but so oddly made
that one can see almost anything in their form. They have
been compared to watches, side-saddles, and other objects
as diverse. One might call them a cross of a Chinese
Pagoda and an umbrella, and not be beyond the limit of
their own bizarreness. The leaf-pitchers at the base are
not merely fantastic; they are cunningly made insect traps;
for this plant is as carnivorous as we who look upon it. All
the Sarracenias make excellent house plants, thriving in

a sunny window. The pots in which they are planted
should be filled with sandy muck, and set in a saucer of
water. Not particularly difficult from seed if kept always
on* the moist side. They may be grown outside, too, in. bog

garden, wet meadow, or by a pool. Of the four listed

Sarracenias, S. purpurea is winter-hardy outside anywhere
from Labrador to Florida, being most adaptable. S. flava
is of reasonable hardiness north, if in a not too exposed
position, but S. rubra and S. minor should be tried out¬
side only from Virginia south. Sow seed any time of year
inside, or S. purpurea outside in spring.

SARRACENIA FLAVA — Long trumpets, to two feet, buff,
veined with red. Flowers five inches across, of clear lemon
yellow. Pkt. 20c.

SARRACENIA MINOR — Flaring green trumpets, white
spotted and red streaked. Flowers of rich ivory to pale
yellow. Just a nice size for pots. Pkt. 20c.
SARRACENIA PURPUREA — Oddly keeled green pitchers,
vividly veined with red. The flower is madder purple, or
sometimes maroon. This and S. flava will tolerate some
dryness, and may be grown in ordinary garden by planting
them in a scraped depression an inch or two. below the
general level, just enough to catch more than its share of
rain; or failing this, to absorb a good hose-soaking now
and then. Pkt. 20c.

SARRACENIA RUBRA — Slender winged pitchers to 18
inches, pale green, netted with deepest purple. The flower
is crimson, on the rich tyrian order. Most graceful of
Pitcher Plants. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 112B7 — One pkt. each of above for 70c.

SAXIfRAGA

This name shelters diversities; great beauties, stately in
pride of towering multitudinous bloom; daintier waifs,
peering from rock-clefts, with blossoms exquisite in rar«
detail of form and tinting; spreading emerald moss-mats,
flower-studded; crystal-beaded leaf rosettes with star-sprays
above; or those that overpower in sheer architectural
decorativeness of carved and arching foliage mass.

SAXIFRAGA AIZOON— rlth (2-3) 16. Thick leaves, broid-
ered with sparkling, mineral encrustation. The blossoms are
creamy, pale yellow, or rose. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA COTYLEDON— rblt.h(2) 20. Plume Silver.
Bronze-shaded leaves, beaded with silvery sparklets. Tower¬
ing panicles of charming white blossoms, sometimes with
pink suffusion. Pkt. 25c.

SAXIFRAGA IiAINOLDI— rbh(2) 15. Gracefully turned
blossom-sprays of soft clear pink. Silver-plated foliage
rosettes. Mountains of Bulgaria. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA HOSTII — rblth(2)12. Large creamy flowers,
speckled with red, above silvery rosettes. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA LANTOSCANA— rltsth(2) 12. Mats of tat
gray leaves, silver-beaded, with sprays of large, pure white
flowers. Easy for a Saxifraga. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA PECTINATA— rlth(2)8. Handsome rosettes
of serrate, deep green and glossy leaves, sparkle-beaded.
Creamy flowers. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA PELTATA — bnmh(l)36. Largest of Saxi-
fragas, with pink-and-white blossoms high over jungles of
shield-shaped leaves, a foot across, and on two-foot stems.
Superb species for bold effects. Pkt. 25c.

SAXIFRAGA PURPURASCENS — rmh(2)12. Glossy
leaves, purple-shaded, with metallic burnish. Flowers of
a brilliant, rich, rose-mulberry. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA VIRGINIENSIS — rcsth(l)15. A dainty
treasure of earliest spring. Exquisite star-sprays of cream-
white by mid-April. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 114B7 — One pkt. each of the above for $1.70.

SAXIFRAGA MOSS Y— rbh (2-3) 6. Here the leaves are
tufted to mossy cushions. Starry flowers in white, cream,
pink, rose or crimson. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGE ENCRUSTED BLEND— A mixture of those
interesting kinds that show headings of mineral, or spark¬
ling encrustations on the leaves. Remember, they have,
lovely flowers, too, in varied colorings. Pkt. 15c.
SAXIFRAGA PEERLESS BLEND— This appealing flower
in mixture of wide variety; many delightful kinds beyond
those described. Pkt. 15c.

SCABIOSA FOR CUTTING

The Scabiosas, annual and perennial, are all of easy
culture and great satisfaction.

♦SCABIOSA BLUE COCKADE— eocbx (3-5) 36. Marvel¬

ous new giant, with flowers of a clearer blue than any
before, a shade between the turquoise of summer sky and
the rich depth of ultramarine. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.
♦SCABIOSA LOVELINESS— eocbx (3-5) 36. Splendid large
flowers of pure salmon oink; and fragrant. Pkt. 10c.
♦SCABIOSA BRACHIATA — eorx(8)15. A pretty little
annual, quite unlike other Scabiosas, the individual florets
being larger, but fewer. All showy parts of the flower are
in threes. Soft, shaded lavender. Pkt. 15c.

♦SCABIOSA PRO LIFER A — eox (3)25. Can’t call this
beautiful, but it is such a curious thing that everyone should
grow it at least once, just on that account. Two-inch
flowers, the short ray-florets cream white, the * centers
greenish. Odd seed-heads, guarded by brown wings. Pro-
lificating habit. Pkt. 10c.

SCABIOS A CAUCASICA PEERLESS — erbch(3-5)24.
Giant flowers in white and in shades of lavender, mauve,
blue, and violet. Pkt. 15c.

SCABIOSA WEBB I AN A — ecrbx(8)20. Now here is a fine
hardy species, in profligate bloom from June to November.
Well-filled and decidedly attractive flowers of soft cream,
carried on thin, graceful stems. Pkt. 20c.

SCABIOSA FISCHERI — ecrbx(3-4)25. Splendid new spe¬
cies from Manchuria, hardy and long-enduring. Flowers of
deep, rich blue-violet, about 254 inches across, on long
stems. Excellent cut flower. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 115B7 — One pkt. each of above for 80c.

♦SCHIZANTHUS PANSY-FLOWERED— eobx (htw) (8)20.
An exceedingly free-blooming strain, with flowers of largest
size, and great variety of coloring. Rich “pansy” shades
dominate the selection, but hardly two plants are alike in
markings or timings. There are, I presume, other strains
equal to this; I am sure there can be none better. Pkt. 25c.

40 T

i

SCHIZOSTLYIS COCCINEA MRS. HEGARTY — echtw
(6)30. Particularly attractive Kaffir Lily, with blossoms of
deep, rich pink. Hardy below Potomac. Pkt. 20c.

SCARBOROUGH LILY— See Vallota.

SCHIZOCODON SOLDANELLOIDES — rstath(2)9.
Mountain Mirror. Wide and nodding shell-pink bells,
crimson-lined, and fluffily fringed. A glorious woodlander.
Pkt. 25c.

SCHWALBEA AMERICANA— rbnmh(2-3) 18. Spikes of
downy blossoms, lemon and purple. An exceeding rarity.
Recommended for trial. Pkt. 20c.

IN SPRING, THE SCILLA

Pleasant, faithful bulb-flowers of the spring. All are
of full hardiness, save Seilla peruviana, which needs protec¬
tion, and is, in any case, likely to give greatest joy as a
pot plant.

SCILLA BIFOLIA — urzy(l)12. Sprays of nodding bells,
cobalt blue, varying to white and red-violet. Pkt. 15c.

SCILLA CAMPANULATA — urbczy(l-2) 18. Spanish Blue¬
bell. Shades of blue, with white, pink, and rose. Bell¬
shaped blooms in loose, graceful spikes. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz 50c.

SCILLA ITALICA — urbczy(l)16. Italian Bluebell. Ra¬
cemes of pale blue flowers, very pretty, and carrying the
breath of Lilacs in their fragrance. Pkt. 20c; 54 oz. 50c.

SCILLA NUTANS — erbcnstzy(l) 18. English Bluebell. For
naturalizing beneath trees. Blue, white and rose in mix¬
ture. Fragrant. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 35c.

SCILLA PERUVIANA — eufry(htw) (1) 15. Jacinth. Starry
blossoms of sky-blue, sometimes fifty to one hundred of
them in a single wide-spread, but closely packed, cluster.
Spectacular. Quicker from seed than other Scillas. A de¬
lightful house plant. Pkt. 20c.

SCILLA SIBIRICA — crnstzy(l) 10. Siberian Bluebell.
Daintiest and hardiest. Of a vivid and distinctive coerulean
indigo. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

OFFER 116B7 — One pkt. each of above for 80c.

SCILLA BLEND — A mixture of the above. Not less than
54 oz. sold. 54 oz. 35c; 54 oz. 65c.

SCOTTISH HEATHER — qcbnd(h)y (3) 30. Calluna vul¬
garis. A home-like evergreen shrub, as hardy and adapt¬
able here as on the sunny heaths of its native Scotland.

The rosy flowers are carried in erect racemes. Heather
thrives on dry banks in full sun, but will also tolerate light
shade. Cut branches dry well for winter bouquets. Seed
in chaff. Pkt. 15c; H oz. 35c.

SCUTELLARIA ALPINA — erx(3) 10. Like a glorified
and spreading Prunella, but larger blossoms of deep violet,
cream or rose. Pkt. 15c.

SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS— *erx(3-4) 15. One-sided
spikes of big blossoms that are mighty close to sky-blue.

A quick perennial of real beauty, that I can most heartily
recommend. Blossoms first year in annual fashion, but en¬
dures. This is Coelestina variety. Pkt. 15c.

THE SEDUMS

These are the very type of desirable and hardy succu¬
lents: in color and form of thick, brittle foliage almost as
diversified as the Cacti. Like Cactus, too, they are inter¬
esting always, not just when in flower, though when sheeted
in starry bloom there can be no doubt but that the charm is
enhanced. Mostly, they are of easiest possible culture.

SEDUM ACRE ELEGANS — erph(3)3. Silvered succu¬
lent green. Tiny golden blossoms. Poor soil. Pkt. 15c.
SEDUM ALBUM — erph(3)6. Splendid species with thick
mats of succulent foliage, maroon in winter. Sprays of
rather large flowers, which may be either white or rose-
pink. Pkt. 15c.

^ SEDUM ANGLICUM— erh(3)3. Mats of flat blue-green.
Little stars above, white or peach-tinted. Bulb cover.

Pkt. 15c.

♦SEDTJM CAERULEUM — eorpgk(3-4)2. Annual. Lovely
minute blue stars all summer. Pkt. 15c.

SEDUM KAMTSCHATICUM— erbh(3)10. Orange Crown.
Thick ovate leaves of shining green. Rather large flowers
of brilliant golden orange, in big, close clusters, hollow-
crowned. Pkt. 15c.

.SEDUM PILOSUM — erh(2)3. Loveliest of Sedums, with
fat rosettes that simulate Sempervivum. In June there arc
flower-stems set with crispy foliage in close imbrication,
and bearing dome-clusters of delectable waxy-pink bells,
up-facing. Has biennial tendencies, but self-renews through
natural seedage, so this is no drawback. Pkt. 25c.

♦SEDUM PULCHELLUM — eormlt(2)4. A pretty annual
with brittle leaves of pale green, tinged in autumn with
mahogany. . Soft pink blossoms, particularly starry, in
loosely arching sprays. Sow seeds of this in late autumn
•r early spring. Pkt. 20c.

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SEDUM SPECTABILE— ebh(4)18. Showy Sedum. Many
fat stems, set with big, notched leaves, all dusted with blue-
tinted silver. Then come long-lasting blossom clusters of
great size; pale rose usually, but there may be anything
from softest pink to brilliant rosy carmine. It attracts
butterflies. Pkt. 15c.

SEDUM STENOPETALUM— erh(2)5. Dense tufts of fat
foliage, close sprays of pale pink above. Pkt. 15c.

SEDUM STOLONIFERUM— ergh(3)6. Excellent trailer.
Foliage of emerald richness in summer; bronze tones when
winter comes. This is var. coccineum, with blossoms of
rosy crimson. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 117B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.40.

SEDUMS MIXED — You will get wide variety here, many
unusual species aside from those offered separately. Pkt. 15c.

SEMPERVIVUM BLEND— erbsth(3). Short thick leaves
in compact rosettes, often red-tinged. In the spicter-web
form, the entire plant, seems knit with silvery gossamer
filaments. Oddly thatched stalks carry attractive flowers,
usually in yellow, buff, or tawny red. Seed chaffy, being
fine and hard to clean, but saved from a large and most
variable collection, and will give excellent results if sown
while soil is cool. Pkt. 15c.

SENECIO or GROUNDSEL

♦SENECIO ARENARIUS — eorbdx(3-5) 18. Called the
Annual Cineraria, and it is a close relative of the florists’
Cineraria, and very like it in effect. The blossoms are in
vivid rose, lilac, lavender, violet and purple, and it blooms
for many months. Easy in full sun. Pkt. 15c.

SENECIO CANUS — erndh(2)9. Tufted mats of spoon¬
shaped leaves, frosted with down. In May, hundreds of
little yellow daisies. Pkt. 15c.

SENECIO CLIVORUM OTHELLO— ecbx (3)48. Deepest-
orange two-inch flowers in great clusters, high over decor¬
ative purple-shaded foliage. Splendid. Pkt. 15c.

♦SENECIO ELEGANS GIANT LAVENDER— eocbh(3)30.
Great long-stemmed lavender daisies. Good. Pkt. 15c.

SENECIO GREYI — qlth(3)50. Terminal cymes of golden
stars. Excellent New Zealand species. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 118B7— One pkt. each of above for 75c.

♦SESAMUM ALATUM — eobk(3-6)72. Stately plants, worth
growing for accent, even were they bloomless. Flowers there
are, though, rather pretty if none too plentiful, unsym-
metrical trumpet-urns of pensive buff-rose. Pkt. 15c.
SHOOTING STAR — See Dodecatheon.

SHORTIA UNIFLORA— rnatsth(y) (1)8. Rambling branch¬
es that carry handsome glossy foliage, above which rise
blossom bells of tender pearly pink. A treasure of exquisite
loveliness. It needs humus-filled soil; and kindly patience.
Pkt. 20c.

HARDY SHRUB BLEND

Seeds of very many interesting kinds in mixture. Some
will germinate within a few weeks, others may take months.
Do not disturb seed-bed until at least one winter season
has passed, in order to give all a chance to come. Special
large pkg. 15c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

SSDALCEA FOR^THE BORDER

SIDALCEA CANDIDA— ebdh(3)40. Here the flowers are
white, carried in rather spike-like racemes. Recommended
for the hardy border. Pkt. 15c.

SIDALCEA MALVAEFLORA BLEND — ebx(2-3)60.

Satiny, translucent flower-cups that may be purest pink, rich
rose, or lilac-lavender. Variable, but delightful always.
Dependable border perennial. Pkt. 15c.

SIDALCEA N EG MEXICAN A — ebdh(3)36. Pretty blos¬
soms of diaphanous pink, on many swaying stems. Some¬
times gives second crop of bloom in late autumn. Despite
its air of delicate fragility, this is a drought-resistant and
thoroughly hardy perennial. Pkt. 15c.

SIDALCEA OREGANA — ebx(3)60. Flowers of silken
deep rose in close spikes. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 119B7 — One pkt. each of above for 50c..

SILENE DUSK-BLOOMING BLEND — :':erbx(2-4) . Silenes
might be broken, horticulturally, into the brilliantly colored
day-blooming class, (see next page), and the more pensive
dusk-blooming section. In this latter group the flowers may
be pure white, but often they show gentle tintings, cream,
with suffusion of buff, brown-roseate reverse, or flushing of
softest pink over tan. The blossoms open at earliest hint
of dusk, and then for an hour or two, the garden takes on
demure charm. Really quite variable in bloom, foliage and
form. Pkt. 10c; special pkg. 25c.

SILENE FOR COLOR

Adaptable and fairly easy plants of rich and varied val¬
ues. Here is vividness.

SILENE ALPINA — *erx(3-5) 18. Pretty white blossoms on
open, spreading plants of a silver-powdered blueness. At¬
tractive, decidedly. Pkt. 15c.

•:SILENE ARMERIA — eobdnk (2-4) 15. Easy, showy annual,
with compact heads of flaring bugles in coral-rose. It will
give broad splashes of vivid coloring. Pkt. 10c.

*SILENE ASTERIAS GRANDIFLORA— eocrb (3) 18. Clus¬
tered rosy bugles on leafy stems above blue-green rosettes.
Sow in early spring or late autumn. Pkt. 15c.

i;:SILENE AURICULA — eobk(3)20. Blossoms of delicate
buff-apricot, tan in reverse. Dusk-blooming. Pkt. 15c.

’"SILENE BENOISTI — eork(3)16. Airily diffuse plants
with little flowers of bright contrast, deep pink, margined
white. Free-blooming. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE CALIFORNICA — rh(3-4) 10. Huge ragged flow¬
ers of startling velvet-scarlet, through late summer. A
splendid hardy species. Pkt. 20c.

SILENE COMPACTA — ecrbx(2-3)24. Verbena-like flowers
of brightest rose-pink. Excellent in border, or for cutting,
and its own self-seedage keeps a succession of blooming
plants from year to year, so we may quite ignore its bi¬
ennial nature. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE FORTUNE I — ebx (3) 36. Showy, branching bor¬
der perennial. Flowers white or bright rose. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE FRIVALDSKYANA— ebx(3)30. In this strange
dusk-bloomer, the leaves, linear and sessile, are as blue as
a Blue Spruce. Many upright stems, set at intervals with
cleft-petal flowers of buff-cream. Each pair of blossoms is
at exact right angle with the stem, and horizontally, with
the pairs of blossoms immediately above and below it.
Pkt. 15c.

SILENE HOOKERI — erh(2)4. Long lax leaves of downy
grayness. There may be several flowers of an unbelievable
pink purity of slivered petalage, rather huge . for the plant
size, each on its four-inch stem. Ample drainage and full
sunshine. This is a super-treasure. Pkt. 25c.

SILENE INGRAMI — rh(3)4. Large blossoms of richest
pink. Excellent species, but supply very limited. Pkt. 25c.

SILENE L ACINI ATA — rh(3-4) 10. Great double-rayed
stars of flamboyant vermilion all summer. Pkt. 20c.
SILENE MONTANA — rh(2). Rare species of high moun¬
tain meadows. Petal four-cleft, varying from white, through
blush and pink, to rose. Pretty. Pkt. 25c.

SILENE PENNSYLVANICA— erh(2)8. In May and June
the plants explode into a profusion of brilliant but variably
pink blossoms. Pkt. 20c.

SILENE SCHAFTA — erk(3-4)6. A long-time riot of rosy
color at that late season, when there is none too much
other available. Easy and lavish. Pkt. 10c.

SILENE STELLATA — ecbnstx(3)30. Starry Campion.
Deeply fringed white blossoms in airy panicles. Thrives in
sun or light shade, and naturalizes well. Delightful for
cutting. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 30c.

SILENE VERECUNDA— rh(2-3) 15. Pretty species of the
high Sierra. Notched petals. Deep rose. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE VIRGINICA — ecrblty(2-5) 16. The Fire Pink.

The enormous flowers with their deeply cleft petals, are
glorious fulminations of velvety scarlet vividness. It blooms
long, and notwithstanding its wild beauty, it shows quite
unexpected adaptability to garden handling. Pkt. 20c.
SILENE WALD STEIN I — erbh(3)20. Grassy foliage tufts,
from which spring a delightful airiness of lightsome branch¬
ing, this starred with little snowy white blossoms, (but
brown in reverse). See it at twilight. Pkt. 25c.

SILENE WHERRYI — erh(2)8. In June the plants are
veritable cushions of blooms, pure true pink. You will like
it. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 120B7 — One pkt. each of above for $3.15.

OFFER 121B7 — Eight representative Silenes, one pkt. each
of Wherryi, Auricula, Laciniata, Frivaldskyana, Armeria,
Stellata, Benoisti and Virginica for One Dollar. Please
note carefully the diverse cultural key letters.

SISYRINCHIUM — See next column.

SMILACINA RACEMOSA — erbnsty (2) 30. The glossy¬
leaved stems arch with the weight of the great panicle of
clustered creamy blossoms; spirea-handsome or better. Then
in fall there are heavy clusters of berries like translucent
rubies. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

SOLANUM ACULEATISSIMUM — ehtw24. # Excellent pot
or tub plant. Although a tender perennial, it may also be
grown as an outdoor annual in the north, by starting early
and transplanting, China Aster fashion. White flowers, then
most ornamental corrugated fruits, two inches across, of
shining orange. Pkt, 15c.

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SISYRINCHIUM or SATIN FLOWER

The Sisyrinchiums are hardy and free-blooming Irids of
easy culture, and quick from seed. Not bulbs, but with
some bulb-like habits.

SISYRINCHIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM — ernmx(2)18.

Flowers that vary from clearest blue to violet. The plants
are great sheaves of bloom. Pkt. 10c.

SISYRINCHIUM BELLUM— *erbnx(htw) (2-3) 18. Flow¬
ers with the sheen of silk, blue with yellow centers. Hardy
outside, but makes a good house plant, too, forcing readily.
Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 30c.

SISYRINCHIUM CA.LIFORNICUM — *erfx(htw) (8) 10.
Golden Rush Lily. Blossoms of lustrous butter-yellow, sky¬
facing, all summer long. Needs some winter protection, but
blooms so quickly from seed that one may handle it as an
annual if desired. Rather a nice window plant, too. Pkt. 20c.
SISYRINCHIUM GRANDIFLORUM — erbh(y) (2)20. A
most showy species, with silken flowers of regal crimson,
purple-flushed; or if one is fortunate, the rare and charming
ivory-white form may appear, or others of lively pink to
shimmering rose. Pkt. 15c.

SISYRINCHIUM IRIDIFOLIUM — *erbh(3)28. Spikes
of many blossoms; primrose yellow, marked purple. Pkt. 15c.

SISYRINCHIUM NEW DWARF HYBRIDS— *erdh(8)8.
Charming edging or rock-garden plants, thriving in either
moist or dry situations, in light shade or in full sun. Spread¬
ing, upright tufts of grassy leaves. Exceedingly floriferous
in spring, but never altogether without bloom until latest
autumn. Blossom color variable, from palest blue, to
indigo and a purple that is near black, with mauve, and
true lavender. This is a blend of Selowi, Biramem, Pachy-
rrhizum and Celeste, with inter-crossings. Pkt. 20c.

SISYRINCHIUM STRIATUM— erbh(2) 18. Glossy yellow,
striped golden orange. An Argentine treasure. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 122B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

SISYRINCHIUMS MIXED — Here are all together; large¬
ly variations in blue, but a bit of the yellows, too. Pkt. 15c;
Ys oz. 40c.

SOLDANELLA ALPINA — rh(l)6. Called “Jewel of the
Alps,’’ growing to the snow line, and even thawing its way
up through snow and ice. The deeply cupped blossoms, of
a warm blue-violet, have a most dainty fringiness. Pkt. 25c.

SOU DAGO or GOLDEN ROD

It is this that makes autumn glorious with great splashes
of golden color.

SOLIDAGO BICOLOR — cbh|,5)48. Silver Rod. Imagine
a silvery white “Golden Rod.” Here it is. Fine branching
plants. Pkt. 15c.

SOLIDAGO CORYMBOSA — rmh(4)12. Dwarf alpine
Golden Rod. A pretty streamside species of high mountains.
Bright yellow corymbs. Pkt. 20c.

SOLIDAGO ERECTA — cbsth(5)40. Graceful stems, branch¬
ing wand on wand, each set with blossoms of primrose yel¬
low. Maroon leaves in autumn. Pkt. 10c.

SOLIDAGO ODORA — cnbh(3-4)40. Spicy Golden Rod.
Early, and long lasting. Nodding plumes of pure yellow.
Spicily aromatic. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 20c.

SOLIDAGO SEMPERVIRENS — cbnh(5-6)40. A splendid
Golden Rod, finest of the family. Half-succulent evergreen
leaf-rosettes. Great sprays of richest golden hue all through
late autumn, sometimes even to Thanksgiving Day. Worthy
of any border. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.

SOLIDAGO VERNA — rbch(2)30. The unique spring-flow¬
ering Golden-rod, blooming in May and June. Graceful
sprays filled with florets particularly large and golden. A
rare and excellent species. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 123B7 — One pkt. each of above for 65c.

SOPHORA JAPONICA — jk 80 ft. Pagoda Tree. In this
variety, pendula, the branches twist, spread and turn most
startlingly; of gnarled thickness until toward the end they "
taper abruptly to whip-like tips. In summer the tree man¬
tles itself in creamy blossoms, the loose panicles sometimes
15 inches long. Hardy in Massachusetts. Pkt. 15c.
SOPHORA TETRAPTERA— jk 30 ft. Splendid New Zea¬
land tree, with racemes of handsome rich yellow flowers.
Give sheltered position north. Pkt. 15c.

SORBUS AUCUPARIA — jy 30 ft. Mountain Ash or
Rowan. Handsome small tree for the North. Clusters of
showy orange-scarlet berries. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 20c.

SPAR ANTHER A HYBRIDS — utw(7)12. A marvelous race
of hybrids. To the brilliant variability of Sparaxis has been
added the odd bronzy purple and copper shadings of Strep-
tanthera, giving a dazzling array of color combinations,
sometimes as many as six tints in a single flower. For pot
culture in a sunny window. Pkt. 25c.

SPARAXIS BLEND — ufk(utw) (1) 12. Each spike carries
a few big flowers of brightest colorings, often with con¬
trasting zonings. Particularly easy pot bulbs for winter dis¬
play. Pkt. 15c.

SPARAXIS PILLANSI — Splendid flowers of old rose, with
centers of clear yellow. Stems long enough for cutting.
Pkt. 15c.

SPHAERALCEA AMBIGUA — bfh(3)40. Apricot Mallow.
The blossoms are a delightful shade of roseate apricot.
Mounds of downy foliage. Robust. Pkt. 20c.

SPHAERALCEA REMOTA — bmh(3-5)72. Tall stems
carry silken blossoms of daintiest pink for some three
months. The plants are bushy and compact. Glossy “maple”
foliage. Pkt. 15c.

SPIGELIA MARILANDICA— ery(3-4)10. Clustered trum¬
pets, narrow and erect, gleaming coral red, but expanding
to buff-amber stars at the top. Excellent. Usually stated
to need moisture and slight shade, but I have had most
satisfactory results in full sun and in ordinary garden soil.
Pkt. 20c; iV oz. 60c.

SPREKELIA — See Amaryllis formosissima.

STAPELIA BLEND — htw(7-l)10. For an easy, but
bizarre, house plant, try Stapelia. Thick, leafless stems,
green or purple shaded, with flanged and jagged corners.
Gigantic thick-petalled flowers in starfish form, cream or
ochre, with weird bandings and embossings of brown or
violet. See illustration, page 45. Pkt. 20c.

STAPELIA VARIEGATA — htw(7-l)10. A particularly
interesting species, with marbled stems, and flowers varie¬
gated purple and brown on buff. Pkt. 25c.

STATICE — See Limonium.

STELLARIA PUBERA — rnsth(l)8. Creamy white blos¬
soms, excessively fringed, for several spring weeks. I like
it. Pkt. 20c.

STENANTPIIUM ROBUSTUM — cbmsty (3) 50. Splendid
spikes of feathery bloom; misty spray, carved in ivory.
Pkt. 15c.

STOKESIA LAEVIS — ecrbnx(3-4)24. Beautiful large blos¬
soms like gigantic and fluffily edged cornflowers, lavender-
tinted, lilac rose, or blue violet. Unexcelled for cutting or
splendid in the border. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 30c; 1 oz. $1.00.

STOKESIA LAEVIS ALBA— ecrbnx(3-4)24. Pure white,
or with faintest tintings of azure. Pkt. 10c; Y% oz. 30c;
*4 oz. 50c.

STRAWBERRY BUSH ALPINE — *erh(8)9. The showy
scarlet fruits, while small, will delight the discerning with
their “wild” flavor and aroma. Bears late first season from
early sowings. Makes no runners. Pkt. 20c.

STRELITZIA or BIRD OF PARADISE

STRELITZIA REGINAE— htw. Bird, of Paradise Flower.
Great blue and gold flowers, oddly poised as if for a mo¬
ment’s hesitant rest; a brilliant Jungle Bird above the broad

banana foliage. Not hard to grow from seed, if one will
have a bit of patience. The seeds need some extra heat to
start them, preferably from below. This may be given by
putting over, but not in contact with, a radiator; or a
lighted electric bulb may be covered by an inverted pan,
and the pot in which seed is sown, placed above. Watch
soil moisture; neither powdery dryness nor sogginess. After
they once get a start, the plants are of easy culture, tolerant
even of neglect. See illustration, page 45. Large seeds, 15c
each, 3 for 40c; 8 for $1.00.

STREPTANTHERA MIXED— eutw(7) 12. A fascinating
flower of purple and copper-gold, with primrose spots.
Freesia culture. Pkt. 15c.

STREPTANTHUS INFLATUS — rbdfh(htw). Desert
Candle. A weird plant, with inflated stems like great tallow
candles, these guarded near the base by scattering leaves of
blue-green. The buds are brownish purple, but open to
cream-colored flowers, scatteringly lost on the great stem
expanse. Then come seed pods of attenuated slenderness.

Of great rarity. Pkt. 20c.

STREPTOCARPUS HYBRIDS — htw(8)12. The Cape
Primrose makes a charming pot plant, as nearly ever-bloom¬
ing as anything may well be. Colors run from lilac pink,
through lavender . and purple, to royal crimson. Sometimes
there may be white or rose. Flowers will be starry, tubu¬
lar or Gloxinia-like. Pkt. 25c.

STROBILANTHES ISpPIIYLLUS— ehtw(3) 30. Showy pot
plants of easy culture in window or conservatory. Richly
ornamental foliage. Big purple-and-white flowers, broadly
funnel-shaped. Pkt. 15c.

STROPHOSTYLES UMBELLATA — *ergh(2-4)5. A pretty
trailer for the rockery, or to curtain a dry bank. Makes a
close covering of emerald leaves, studded with rose purple
flowers that change to pink-tinted buff. Pkt. 15c.

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SUNBRIGHT— See Talinum.

SUNDEW — See Drosera.

SUCCULENTS TENDER ORNAMENTAL

A mixture of diverse and bizarre succulents for pot cul¬
ture in sunny window or conservatory. May also be plunged
in rock garden in summer, or even used for bedding if that
appeals. Includes varied and interesting Mesambryanthe-
mums; Lithops, Trichodiadema, Aloe, Agave, Stapelia, Eu¬
phorbia, Cotyledon, Aeonium, Gasteria, Faucaria, Haworthia
and the like. Pkt. 15c.

SUCCULENTS HARDY ORNAMENTAL

Seeds of reasonably or fully hardy succulents and semi-
succulents. Includes Lewisia, Sedum, Sempervivum, certain
Saxifragas, Gormania, Yucca, Hesperoyucca, Agave Parryi,
Hard Euphorbias, Manfreda, Talinum, etc. Please note that
some of these germinate quickly. Others are slow. Lift
young seedlings carefully as soon as large enough, leaving
balance of seed-bed undisturbed until one winter season has
passed, since such seeds as those of Lewisia need cold to
start them. Seeds of Cacti are not included in either mix¬
ture of succulents, being offered separately under Cactus
in general list. Pkt. 15c.

*SWEET PEA CUPID PEERLESS — eok(2-4)8. Not
new, but worthy.- Too dwarf for cutting, but makes a solid
mat or edging of varied, delightful bloom, with the true
fragrance. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 10c.

*SWEET PEA FANTASY BLEND — eobvk (2-4) 60. A
spectacular and highly specialized selection made by a
grower in England. Blossoms of largest size, ruffled and
frilled, in colorings unique and markings capricious. There
will be one mellow tone melting into another, but always
splashed, veined, or reticulated contrastingly, or margined
with narrow ribbon of some brighter hue. Here is em¬
bodiment of vivacious gaiety, in modern manner. Pkt. 20c.

SWERTIA SPECIOSA — A four-foot species for the bor¬
der, with smaller clusters than the last, but larger indi¬
vidual blossoms; these white, with black lines and blue
marblings. Pkt. 20c.

SYMPHXANDRA PENDULA— erbx(3-4) 16. Cascades of
exquisitely translucent bells of cream yellow for a full two
months. Delightful, and easy. Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c.

SYMPLOCARPUS FOETIDUS— nmsth(l)24. Skunk Cab¬
bage. Purple-green flower-hoods herald spring. Then come
hearty sheafs of splendid leafage. Pkt. 15c.

SYNTHYRIS BLEND — ersth(l-2)8. Pretty little plants
that are quite hidden in spring by massed flowers, indigo
to purple. Pkt. 20c.

SYNOTIA BICOLOR — utw(7-l)9. A pretty pot bulb,
blooming quickly, with flowers like mauve and gold Gladioli.
Freesia culture. Pkt. 15c.

SYNOTIA METELERKAMPAE— utw(7-l)8. Flowers of
particularly attractive violet. A rare and lovely species for
pot culture. Pkt. 25c.

LILAC or TRUE SYRINGA

Lilacs grow readily from seed, and it is claimed that
seedling plants reach blooming size much quicker than do
those propagated in other ways. Give “y” culture.

SYRINGA ADAMIANA — Big, full clusters of rich pink
flowers, sweetly scented. Extra fine. New and rare.
Pkt. 20c.

SYRINGA FRENCH HYBRIDS — The lovely large-flower¬
ing French Hybrid Lilacs. Immense trusses of blossoms,
double or single, in white, pink, lilac rose, blue-violet, pur¬
ple, claret, and crimson. Mostly fragrant. Seeds saved
from an extensive collection of named sorts. Should pro¬
duce rare beauties. Pkt. 20c; Y» oz. 50c; Ya oz. 85c.

SYRINGA JAPONICA — Lilac Tree. To thirty feet. Giant
trusses of creamy primrose. Pkt. 15c.

SYRINGA JOSXKEA — Hungarian Lilac. Pretty clusters
of red-violet flowers in mid-June, after other Lilacs are
past. 12 feet. Valued for screen planting. Pkt. 15c.

SYRINGA OBLATA — Sweet Lilac. Dwarf, with perfumed
purple flowers. Very early. Brilliant autumn foliage.
Pkt. 15c.

SYRINGA OLD TIME WHITE— The favorite old-fash¬
ioned white sweet Lilac. Pkt. 10c.

SYRINGA SWEGINZOWI — Fragrant flowers of soft flesh
pink. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

SYRINGA VULGARIS — Old-fashioned sweet-scented pur¬
ple Lilac. Valued for tall hedges, screens, etc., and also
much used in commercial cut-flower plantations, for bloom
shipments to city wholesale florist trade. Pkt. 10c* Vt oz
25c; 1 oz. 75c; Y* lb. $2.25.

OFFER 124B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

♦TAHOKA DAISY — ocrbk(y) (8)20. Blue-lavender. For
summer cutting. See page 2. Pkt. 15c.

TALIHUM or SUNBRiGHT

The Sunbrights are dainty succulents of unusual attrac¬
tiveness and easiest culture. Sown early, they will flower
first year. Fully winter-hardy at New York, but should
they be frozen out in exposed positions further north, this
matters little, for there are always self-sown seedlings com¬
ing on, to keep up the succession of bloom each season.
They are truly Sunbright, for they need the sun to open
their brilliant blossoms.

TALINUM CALY CINUM — *eurdh(3-4) 12. Cherry Sun¬
bright. Brittle pencils of leaves, silver-powdered green, in
erratic tangle. The blossoms, of luminous cherry rose, are
carried in airy sprays, on stems so slender as to be near¬
invisible, giving the effect of flowers floating in air. Highly
recommended. Pkt. 20c.

TALINUM PARVI FOLIUM — erh (8)9. A pretty little Sun¬
bright, with pink blossoms of the airiest. Pkt. 20c.

TALINUM RUGOSPERMUM — *erdj (3-4) 12. Prairie
Sunbright. Much like the above, but not tuberous, and with
flowers of soft pink. Pkt. 25c.

TALINUM SPINESCENS — *erdh(3)7. Spiny Sunbright.
Stems, branching and succulent, end in leaf clusters like fat
fir needles, these mingled with odd spiny mid-ribs that
persist as reminders of the leaves of the previous year. The
rose-red blossoms, yellow-stamened, are carried in open
wiry-stemmed sprays. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 125B7 — O no pkt. each of above for 75c.

TENDER TALINUMS

While perennial, these are not winter-hardy. They make
excellent pot plants, or may be grown as garden annuals,
since they flower first year. Sow when soil is warm.

TALINUM PANIC ULATUM— htw20. Many tall panicles,
filled with little coral stars. Foliage of glossy fatness. Pkt. 20c.

TALINUM PATENS — ehtw. There are few more satis¬
factory pot plants than this. The foliage is thick, glossy
and succulent: with many panicles of pretty carmine blos¬
soms above. Pkt. 20c.

TAXUS BACCATA FASTIGATA— qjy. Irish Yew. Leaves
of dark green spiral the branchlets. The branches are
crowded to column effect. Desirable evergreen for formal¬
ities. Hardy to about Massachusetts. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

TAXUS CUSPID AT A — qjy. Japanese Yew. Luxuriant
dark green foliage. Usually shrub-like, with spreading up¬
turned branches. For foundation planting. Hardy to Can¬
ada. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

TECOMA RADICANS — vh 20 ft. Showy Trumpet Vine.
Terminal clusters of handsome orange trumpets. Hardy
Pkt. 10c; J4 oz. 20c.

TELEKIA SPECIOSA — ebdh(2)48. Enormous long-rayed
daisy blossoms like golden suns. Plant for bold and for¬
ward handsomeness. Pkt. 15c.

TELLIMA GRANDIFLORA— bnsh(2)30. Wands of little
fringed blossoms, white or pink-tinted, above decorative,
wavy-margined, bronze-shaded foliage. Pkt. 20c.

TEMPLETONIA RETUSA— htw(7). Showy scarlet flowers.
Meritorious conservatory plant. Pkt. 20c.

TEPHROSIA VIRGINIANA — erbcndh(2) 18. Silver Pea
Blossoms in tones of lemon, saffron and ecru, shading into

rose and purple, cluster in gregarious profusion. Below

there are foliage fountains silvered with down. Of full

hardiness. Prefer light soil. Pkt. 20c.

*TETRANEURIS LINEARI FOLIA — eorbndk(8) 16.
Pretty buttery daisies, mostly petalage, spring on long
stems from tangles of narrow leaves. Pkt. 20c.

TEUCRIUM CHAMAEDRYS— erbdh(4)20. Leaves leath¬
ery and glossy, with dainty flower-spikes of rose in late
summer. Left to itself, its branches spread about with that
graceful naturalness that is so pleasing in the larger rockery,
but if closely clipped, the plants may be trained to make
the most rigidly formal of low edging hedges. Then it

gives an effect like that of dwarf Box, but its green has an
added richness, and it is hardier, and comes on more
quickly than any Box. Evergreen, of course. Pkt. 15c.

THALICTRUM AQ U I LEGI FOLIUM — rbh(2)25. Sprays
of delightful fluffy tassels, creamy lilac to amethystine pur¬
ple. Airy “aquilegia” foliage. Pkt. 15c.

THALICTRUM DIPTEROCARPUM— cbmh(3-4)50. Mag¬
nificent sprays of rose-lilac blossom-fluffs. Pale yellow an¬
thers. Pkt. 15c.

♦THELESPERMA BURRIDGEANUM — eocbdx(3-5) 24
The flowers remind one of Calliopsis, but they are more
brilliant, and richer in effect. A glowing maroon is sharply

edged with radiant golden orange. Pkt. 10c.

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THERMOPSIS CAROLINIANA — ebdsth(y) (2)60. Showy
border perennial, like a great Lupine, with spikes of glossy
golden yellow blossoms. Of fullest hardiness. Recom¬
mended. Pkt. 10c; *4 o z- 30c.

THERMOPSIS MOLLIS — rbndst(h)y(2-3)30. Blossoms
of polished yellowness in terminal spikes. Effective in bor¬
der, or, if properly placed, in the large rockery. Good.
Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 30c.

THOMSONIA NEPALENSE — euftmstk(w) (1)20. A cur¬
ious Arum Lily, with marbled stems, ornamental foliage,
and rose-colored flower-spathes. On the order of Amor-
phophallus, but quicker, and easier. Pkt. 20c.

THUJA OCCIDENTALIS — jh 60 ft. Arborvitae. Lacy
foliage. Varies, but usually a narrow pyramid. Specimens,
windbreaks or hedges. A favorite in formal plantings.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

THUJA ORIENTALIS AUREA— qjh. Compact shrub-
evergreen. Golden globes in spring, then brightest green.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

THUJA PLICATA — jh 200 ft. Giant Arborvitae. Splendid
tall tree, with cinnamon-bark trunk, ruggedly buttressed.
The branches are horizontal, but with pendulous tips, rather
short. The whole effect is of a narrow, sky-reaching pyra¬
mid of glossy green. Pkt 15c; 54 oz. 35c.

THYMUS BLEND — ergpx(3)4. I like the Thymes. They
have an air of elfin daintiness about them; an exquisite, and
aromatic, grace of foliage and delicacy of blossom that
seems to fit them particularly to the rock garden, the wall
crevice, or the terrace pavement. But beyond this, they
will carpet, slow-spreadingly, any open space, or cushion a
bank. I have some fourteen species and varieties of Thyme
growing at my seed-gardens, but the seed yield is so
minute that I am listing only a mixture of all of them. As
variable as they are desirable. Pkt. 20c.

TIARELLA CORDIFOLIA— rbnsth(l-2) 16. Foam Flower.
Little white blossoms in airy open racemes, above big
handsome leaves, these richly hued in autumn. Hardy,
but forces nicely. Good. Pkt. 15c.

TIGRID1A or SHELL FLOWER

Blossoms like brightly lighted, triangular, winged shells,
such as might be found, but probably never are, along the
coral strand of some southern sea. These are bulbs of
easiest culture, growing readily from seeds sown in shaded
open ground seed-beds in spring, and sometimes even flow¬
ering first season from seed if grown thriftily enough. The
bulbs should be dug in late autumn, and carried over
winter in the cellar, packed in dry loam or sand. *euftrbk.
(3-5)24.

TIGRIDIA ALBA — White, with silken gloss. Pkt. 20c.

TIGRIDIA GIANT PINK — Splendid, but varying, shades
of pink and rose. Pkt. 20c.

TIGRIDIA LILAC — Lavender, shaded rosy lilac. Pkt. 20c.
TIGRIDIA LUTEA IMMACULATA — Rich yellow, no
markings. Pkt. 20c.

TIGRIDIA RED PEACOCK — Bright red, sometimes
patched with yellow. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 126B7 — One pkt. each of above for 90c.
TIGRIDIA WONDER BLEND— The big blossoms are
tinted in varied hues, often with a half-translucence, or
sometimes with a gloss-finished opacity. There may be
yellow, pale or deep, or with tingings of a pink-hinting
apricot. Then there will be real pink, with rose, red, orange,
lavender and white. Often the petals are marked with
vividly contrasting colors. Please note, though, that there
will be more of red and yellow, than of the other com¬
binations. Still there should be a liberal proportion of all
in a sowing of any size. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 90c;
1 oz. $3.00.

ANNUAL FLOWERS — If you want quick blos¬
soms, then try those kinds marked with a star (*)
before the name. They will give delightful garden
bloom within a few weeks after sowing.

TILIA AMERICANA — jy 120 ft. Linden or Basswood.
An attractive street tree, valuable also for timber, and the
fragrant blossoms as bee pasture. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c;
1 oz. 55c.

TILIA TOMENTOSA— jy 100 ft. Silver Linden. Most
handsome tree, with silvery, downy leaves. Particularly
resistant to heat and drought. This species not for bee
pasture. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

*TINANTIA FUGAX — eok(htw) (8) 50. Stately decorative
plant for the garden border, or for pot culture under glass.
Tender perennial, but in the garden it comes quickly into
bloom from spring-sown seeds, and so far as outdoor cul¬
ture is concerned, may be treated an annual. Tends t > ae
ever-blooming, carrying Commelina-like flowers of pretty
rose-pink. Easy. Pkt. 20c.

•TITHONIA SPECIOSA — eocbtk(6)72. Great gorgeous
flowers of orange scarlet, with golden reverse. The plants
are leafy and bushy, and while blooming does not begin
until autumn, the plant growth is quick, so a use for screens
or backgrounds is suggested. Seed offered is third plant-
generation northern grown, selected for earliest bloom.
See illustration, page 2. Pkt. 15c.

*TITHONIA TAGETAEFLORA — eocbtk(4-5) 50. Here the
blossom-color is a true orange rather than a scarlet, the
plants do not grow as tall, and the size of the flower may
be a trifle less. In compensation, the blooming season is a
month to six weeks longer, beginning that much earlier.
New. Pkt. 15c.

*TORENIA BLEND — eorbk (4-5) 12. Its richly velvety
blossoms suggest in form and coloring, that manifest ab¬
surdity, a cross of Pansy and Snapdragon. They are sky-
blue and royal purple, touched with gold; or sometimes
white, marked rose. For beds, borders, window-boxes or
even as a pot plant. Pkt. 15c.

TRADESCANTIA BLEND— erbnh(8)6-30. Hardy Spider
Lily. An everblooming perennial of great beauty and eas¬
iest possible culture. The blossoms last but a day, but
they are produced prodigally, day after day, for months.
The plant is a spendthrift in bloom. This blend contains
not only many diverse species, but also seeds of highly
varying hybrid strains. There will be purest white, pink,
rose, rosy purple, mauve, lavender, blue and violet; plants,
tall or dwarf, downy-leaved or blue powdered. Pkt. 15c.

TRADESCANTIA BRACTEATA— erh(l-2) (5)8. Clustered,
up-facing blossoms of pure rose-pink, through May and
June, and a bit into July. Then there is a rest, with an¬
other pretty showing of bloom after the fall rains come.
Dwarf. Particularly good. Pkt. 20c.

TRADESCANTIA BRACTEATA BLUE — erh ( 1-2) (5) 8.
Good blue flowers. Recommended for rock garden. Pkt. 20c.

TRADESCANTIA OCCIDENTALIS RUBRA— erbh(8)20.
Rosy carmine. Foliage silvery glaucous. Good. Pkt. 20c;
iV o z. 35c.

TRAILING ARBUTUS

Epigaea repens. Prettiest and almost rarest flower of
early spring, with pink-and-white bloom like daintier apple-
blossoms, endowed with the sweetest of tantalizing per¬
fumes. The evergreen foliage is highly decorative, undulate,
leathery in graining, and with olivine depth and richness of
coloring. Sow seed in mixture of sand and sifted acid¬
bearing fibrous material, such as leaf-mould, peat, or sphag¬
num moss. A bit slow. Have patience. See illustration,
page 45. rnstay(l)5. Pkt. 25c.

EPIGAEA ASIATICA — rnstay(l)8. Oriental Trailing Ar¬
butus. Same requirements as above, but larger blossoms,
longer-stemmed, and with a coppery sheen to the foliage.
A rarity. Pkt. 30c.

TREE EVERGREEN BLEND

A mixture of seeds of conifers, Fir, Pine, Spruce, Hem¬
lock, and the like, together with Ginkgo, Larch, Yew,
Cedar, etc. Some of these naturally germinate quickly.
Others may take months. Do not disturb seed-bed until at
least one winter has passed. Not less than 54 oz. sold.
54 oz. 15c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

HARDY TREE BLEND

Seeds of broad-leaved trees, mostly deciduous, but a few,
such as certain Magnolias, Holly, etc., are broad-leaved
evergreens. Seeds of coniferous evergreens, such as Pines,
are not included. See Tree Evergreen Blend for such. Some
of the kinds in this mixture naturally germinate quite
quickly; others are much slower. Do not disturb seed-bed
until at least one winter season has passed. Not less than
*4 oz. sold. 54 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.

TRIADENUM VIRGINICUM— ernmath (3) 18. While this
plant is far from spectacular, it has such complete balance
and finish throughout that it will appeal to those who see
beauty in approach to perfection, rather than in gaudy
color-spreads. The blossoms are of the silkiest of pinks,
laid over with silvery haze, but they are not large enough
to make a great showing. The autumn effect is brighter,
for each flower is followed by a conical seed-pod of rich¬
est velvety maroon, held for a full two months. Pkt. 15c.

TRICHODIADEM A DENSUM — htw(7-l)5. Upright ro¬
settes of succulent leaf-cylinders, each terminating in a dia¬
dem of glistening spines. Large flowers of feathery white.
Dry capsules containing many seeds, each 25c.

TRICHOSTEMA LANATUM— bdfh (2-3) 50. Romero of
the Spaniards. Clusters of bright blue blossoms at intervals
up the stems, a lightly veiling pink silkiness giving an
iridescent sheen to the petals. Aromatic. Pkt. 20c

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TRICYRTIS HIRTA — cbsth(5)36. Flowers like quaint
Lilies marbled violet-rose on white, are carried in the
axils of each leaf. An attractive perennial for rich half-
shade. Established plants may carry a hundred blossoms.
See illustration, page 31. Pkt. 15c; oz. 35c.

TRIFOLIUM ALPINUM — erh(2)6. Ornamental clover
from alpine moorlands. Enormous heads of pink flowers
pretty rather than handsome. They carry, though, such a
pervading, pungent sweetness, the very fragrance, heady
and rich, of the sun-ripened grape, that the breath of bloom
from a turf-spread of the Mountain Clover will near in¬
toxicate. Pkt. 20c.

TRILLIUM or WOOD LILY

The Trilliums are delightful for shady places, or for
naturalizing in rich woodland. The rockery that is not
too sunny will be enriched by them, rnszy(l).

TRILLIUM ERECTUM — The flowers vary from rose,
through red, to plum-purple. Pkt. 20c; 54 oz. 60c.

TRILLIUM GRANDIFLORUM— The large and handsome
flowers open white, gradually filling with pink, until they
deepen at last to richest rose. A charming species. 20
inches. Pkt. 20c; 54 oz. 60c.

^TRILLIUM LUTEUM — The flowers are really a soft yel¬
low, not deep, but far beyond anything that might be called
cream. Lightly marbled foliage. It is my first offering of
this truly rare species. Pkt. 25c.

TRILLIUM OVATUM — Big, showy blossoms, snowy
white, but soon suffusing with pink. Pkt. 20c; 54 oz. 60c.

TRILLIUM SESSILE CALIFORNICUM — Glossy mar¬
bled foliage, with cream white flowers. Will form large
colonies. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 127B7 — One pkt. each of above for 90c.

TRILLIUM BLEND — Seed of several species in mixture.
Pkt. 20c; 54 oz. 60c.

*TRIPTERIS HYSEROIDES — Rare South African annual.
Said to bear freely orange-colored blossoms, on two foot
bushy plants. Pkt. 20c.

TRITELEIA UNIFLORA — urny(utw) (1)8. Pretty blos¬
soms of pale to deep blue, in lavish profusion. A hardy
cousin of Leucocoryne, from the Argentine. Pkt. 15c.

TRITOMA EARLY HYBRIDS — *ecbh (3-4)40. Redhot
Poker. Noble torch-spires in shaded blendings of flaming
scarlet, coral, orange, glowing gold, and buff. Pkt. 15c;
54 oz. 40c.

TRITOMA MACOWANI — ecrbh(3-4)25. An interesting
dwarf, with flowers from buff to orange red. Pkt. 20c.

TRITOMA TUCKI — ecbh(2-3)36. Flowers in dense spikes,
lemon yellow, shaded bright red. Hardiest of the Torch
Lilies. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

TROLLIU S LEDEBOURI — rbmy(2)20. Widely opened
blossoms of burnished gold, like gigantic Buttercups. Seed
germinates slowly, but will come at last. Pkt. 20c.

TSUGA CANADENSIS — jk 80 ft. Stately ornamental
evergreen. Good timber or windbreak tree, and will shear
to a rich hedge. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c; 1 oz. $1.25.

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TRITONIA or FLAME FLOWER

Bulb-flowers of great beauty, coming into bloom quickly.
They make particularly good winter pot bulbs. May be
grown also in frames. Will usually flower first year from
seed, eutw(x) (7) 16.

TRITONIA CROCATA — Sprays of brightly colored blos¬
soms, saffron-orange to flame scarlet. Handle just like
Rreesia. Pkt. 15c; t'ff oz. 35c.

TRITONIA HYALINA — Exquisitely formed blossoms of
sparkling, half-translucent salmon pink. Particularly satis¬
factory window bloomer. Pkt. 20c.

TRITONIA ROSEA — Deepest rose, buff-touched at petal

base. A summer-blooming garden species, winter hardy
if mulched, or may be cellar-stored in dry sand. Pkt. 15c.

TRITONIA SQUALIDA — Despite its name, a very lovely
flower, with petals of rich, pure pink, claret stained below.
Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 128B7 — One pkt. each of above for 65c.

TRITONIA BLEND — Many interesting Tritonias in mix¬
ture, including the above. Pkt. 15c.

TULIP SPECIES

The wild or “botanical” Tulips are dainty subjects for
the rockery, or for naturalizing. They may be satisfactorily
grown from seed. urcbnzy(l-2).

TULIPA BATALINI — Pleasingly fragrant, soft yellow
flowers, with pointed petals. Rare dwarf species from
Bokhara. Pkt. 20c.

TULIPA BIFLORA — Remarkable for being cluster-flow¬
ered; two to five blossoms on each stem. Cream, with rich
yellow center. From the Caucasus. Pkt. 20c.

TULIPA DASYSTEMON — Brilliant yellow, edged white.
Dainty dwarf. Five inches. Very early. Pkt. 20c.

TULIPA FOSTERIANA— Large flowers of intense crim¬
son, biack at base. Robust. Late. Turkestan. Pkt. 20c.
TULIPA GREGGI — A glorious species, with great orange-
vermilion flowers that glow with the hot light of molten
metal. Big silvered leaves, maroon-splashed. Pkt. 20c.
TULIPA KAUFMANNIANA— Water-lily Tulip. Earliest
bloomer. Handsome blossoms of pale ivory, deeply en-
carmined in reverse. Very lovely. Pkt. 20c.

TULIPA PRAESTANS — Rose-tinged scarlet with yellow
base. Sometimes cluster-flowered. Early. Pkt. 20c.
TULIPA SPRENGERI — Large flowers of live-coal scar¬
let. Tall. Latest of all Tulips to flower. Pkt. 20c.
TULIPA STELLATA — The flowers spread to form wide
golden stars. Slender and graceful. Pkt. 20c.

TULIPA SYLVESTRIS — Elongated flowers of bright yel¬
low, sweetly scented. Early. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 129B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.75.

TULIP GARDEN HYBRIDS— ucbzy (2)28. Saved from
named Darwin, Breeder and Cottage sorts. Extraordinary
color range. Offered for experimental work in the pro¬
duction of new seedling varieties. There ought to be good
things here. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c.

THE TURFING DAISY

A spreading, densely fern-leaved perennial that naturally
will form a close tight turf, long-enduring and wear-re¬
sisting. Recomniended for much-trodden places, for dry
banks, or even beneath trees if shade be not too heavy.
In June the feathery mat will be starred with little white
daisies, but if you do not want them, just run the lawn-
mower over them. It will grow where grass will not. Sow
in seed beds, then transplant to stand a few inches apart
each way. Shoots will reach out, rooting as they grow,
and soon there will be solid turf. Botanically this is Matri¬
caria Tchihatchewi. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 40c; Ya oz. 75c.

Nothing is more deadly, monotonously boresome
than complete consistency, whether it be in gardener
or garden. Let ycur garden express at least a
healthy whimsy, a prejudice hearty enough for ac¬
cent. It should fulfill your individuality, rather than
be fitted to a book pattern.

ULEX EUROPAEUS — eqbdh(2) (4)48. Gorse or Furze.
Branching shrubs with dark green, spiny branches, almost
leafless. Each ends in a crowded cluster of glossy yellow
“butterfly” flowers. Blooms in spring, and usually again
in autumn. Showy. Hardy to New York. Give sheltered
position above. Sow seed where plant is to stand. Pkt.
10c; Ys oz. 25c.

ULEX NANUS — eqrbdh(4)20. Resembles last, but dwarf-
er and denser in habit; blooming only in autumn, but then
for several weeks. Pkt. 15c.

URGINEA MARITIMA — ufh(5)50. Sea Squill. Pa-nicies of
little white blossoms, purple-keeled. Rodenticide. Pkt. 20c.

UVULARIA GRANDIFLORA — rnsty(2)18. Merrybell.
Buff yellow. Soon makes large colonies. Pkt. 20c.

VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM — qbamsty(2)72. Giant
Blueberry. From cultivated plants of named large-fruited
sorts. Big fruits, most delicious in flavor. Also worthy of
cultivation as an ornamental shrub, with pink-tinted white
urn-blossoms in spring, and gorgeous scarlet foliage in
autumn. Pkt. 20c; special large pkg., 50c.

VACCINIUM OVATUM — qasty(2)36. Box Blue-berry.
Dense masses of tiny evergreen leaves. Waxy, pink-tinted
blossoms. Sweet, edible berries. Pkt. 20c.

VACCINIUM PARVIFLORUM— qasty(9)60. A red “blue¬
berry.” Translucent red berries, a bit acid for eating out
of hand, but exceedingly good when cooked; pies, puddings
and the like. Pkt. 20c.

VALERIANA SITCHENSIS— rbmh(3)25. Feathery pink-
and-white of richest fragrance. Pkt. 20c.

VALERIANA PHU — ebh(3)36. Charming blossoms, tiny,
airy, in rather dense terminal umbels; pure white, or softest
blush. Pkt. 15c.

VALLOTA PURPUREA — utw. The Scarborough Lily.
Close to Amaryllis, but hardier and surer. The large clus¬
tered flowers vary from pure scarlet to rich dark red.
Makes a famous pot plant, or planted deeply in sheltered
places, is often hardy outside. Sow in frames, or a sunny
window. Pkt. 20c.

VANCOUVERIA HEXANDRA— rgsy(3) 12. Foliage like
Maiden-hair fern, useful for cutting. Panicles of oddly in¬
verted creamy flowers. Pkt. 20c.

VARNISH TREE— See Koelreuteria.

VELTHEIMIA GLAUCA — eutw(l)24. Desirable and
easy pot bulbs with handsome, half-succulent and crispy,
blue-green leaves, glossy and undulate. Bears heavy, long¬
stemmed trusses of rosy pink flowers, spotted with buff
and red cinnabar. Pkt. 25c.

VENUS FLYTRAP— See Dionea.

VERBASCUM or SHOWY MULLEIN

The Verbascums offer easy beauty, delicately tinted in
blossom, and with a charm of down-silvered or leather¬
grained foliage. They are of utmost winter-hardiness, but
rather short-lived naturally. Still this scarce matters, since
all re-seed surely enough to keep an invariable succession
of blooming-size plants coming on.

VERBASCUM BLATTARIA — ebndx(2-3)50. In June and
July, stately spires, with spaced blossoms, white or soft
yellow, always with lavender tinting. Exquisite in detail.
Pkt. 5c; Ys oz. 20c; Ya oz. 35c.

VERBASCUM BLATTARIA ALBA— White translucence,
with hint of lilac. Pkt. 10c.

VERBASCUM CHAIXI ALBA — ebdx(2-3)50. Graceful
stem-wands flare out in vase form from each rosette. The
multitudinous blossoms of dainty white. Pkt. 10c.
VERBASCUM LONGIFOLIUM PANNOSUM— ebdx(2-3)
50. Plants mantled in cottony fluffines. Large flowers of
glossed old-gold. Lower leaves often two feet long. Pkt. 15c.
VERBASCUM HYBRIDUM MISS WILMOTT — ebdx
(2-5)70. Magnificent plants in imposing architectural sug¬
gestion, built up with great silvered tomentose leaves to
the beginning of the close candelabra branching. Big,
crinkly, silky flowers, the color of new cream, all summer.
Pkt. 10c.

VERBASCUM PHOENICEUM HYBRIDS— erbcdstx(8)
25. Hyacinth Mullein. Blossoms of daintiest charm in
tall, slender “hyacinth” spikes. There will be cream, apple-
blossom pink, rose, lavender, violet and purple of Tyre,
above ground-hugging leaf-rosettes like pebbled morocco.
Blooms long in spring, and again in autumn. See illustration,
page 31, but usually spikes are fuller. Pkt. 10c.

VERBASCUM WEIDEMANNIANUM — jebdh(3)36. Big
wool-covered leaves, with racemes of delicate flowers in
sapphire, indigo, lilac and purple. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 130B7 — One pkt. each of above for 65c.

VERBENA BIPINNATIFIDA— erbdnh(2)15. Hardy per¬
ennial, with feathery, hair-procumbent branches, and showy
flower clusters, lilac to purple. Pkt. 15c.

VERBENA HASTATA — ebnh(3)50. Tall candelabras of
pretty violet flowers for many weeks. Will thrive in dry or
moist soils, providing it has sun. Hardy perennial. Pkt.
5c • oz. 30c.

* VERBENA FLAG OF DENMARK— eox (8) 10. Plants
selected to intensify dwarfness and compactness, making
them particularly fitted for edgings or for bedding. In¬
dividual florets carry large white eye, surrounded with a
band of scarlet, a deep shade of rich intensity. Pkt. 15c.
*VERBENA CHAMOIS — Like the last in all save coloring,
this a charming shade of salmon-tinted buff, almost an
apricot. Pkt. 15c.

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VERBENA STRICT A — ebnh(3)25. Pretty flowers of blue-
purple in long spikes. Foliage softly downy. Hardy. Pkt.
5c; 54 oz. 30c.

VERBENA VENOSA — *uftrh(3-4) 15. Beautiful flowers of
clustered lilac for months. Effective in rockery, or for
bedding. Blooms first year, started early. Tubers may be
carried over winter by packing in sand in cellar. Pkt. 10c.

VERNON1A NOVABORACENSIS— ecbnmh(4)60. Robust,
handsome, and hardy. The flowers are panicled tufts . of
rich aster-purple. Plant with early Goldenrod, for pleasing
effects in purple and gold. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c.

AND VERONICA FOR BLUE

VERONICA ARMENA — erx(2-3)9. Many short spires of
brightest blue, above feathered foliage. Pkt. 20c.

VERONICA INCANA — erx(3-4)15. Low crowded foliage
masses; a particularly attractive silvered gray. The flow¬
ers are clear blue-purple, in loose racemes a foot high.
Pkt. 15c; •s’tr oz. 30c.

VERONICA OFFICINALIS — ergpsth(2)5. Close ever¬
green creeper for sun or light shade. It will grow under
trees, where grass will not, in pavement joints, or step
crevices. A good bulb cover, too. Little spires of blos¬
soms, blue, and sweetly aromatic, scatteringly in June and
July. Pkt. 15c.

VERONICA REPENS — ergph(3-4)2. The daintiest of
trailing beauties, with minute leaves, scarce more than a
ground-mat of imbricated emerald. Through the summer
months, though, this is veiled by a pretty haziness of
palest blue blossoms. For rockery, ground-cover, bulb
cover or pavements. Shallow rooting, so needs judicious
watering in drought. Pkt. 20c.

VERONICA SAXATILIS — erx(2) 6. Stars of azure in¬
tensity in loose sprays. Swiss Alps. Pkt. 20c.

VERONICA TEUCRIUM — erbx(3)20. Informal spray
spikes of royal indigo, varying to white and rose. Pkt. 20c.

VERONICA BORDER BLEND— ecbh. A blend of showy
kinds for border effects. Does not include any of the
above. The Veronicas are especially desirable in the border
because of their handsome habit and long period of bloom.
Colors here are largely in the blue, purple and violet range,
but a small proportion of white and rose has been in¬
cluded for contrast. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 131B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

VESICARIA UTRICULATA — erbx(l-2)18. Tufted ro¬
settes from which rise leafy stems, each with clustered
crown of golden yellow blossoms, like those of Wall-flower.
Later there are interestingly inflated seed-pods; Zeppelins
of Lilliput. Pkt. 20c.

VIBURNUM

The Viburnums are hardy and amenable shrubs of con¬
siderable beauty of flower, fruit and form. All are relative¬
ly easy from seed, providing sowing is made in open ground
in late fall, or failing this, that stratification or refrigera¬
tion of the seed, (see “y” culture, page 1), precedes spring
sowing.

VIBURNUM ACERFOLIUM — qsty 8 ft. Maple-leaved
shrub ; shade-tolerant. Open cymes of creamy flowers, then
black fruits. Foliage autumn-purple. Pkt. 10c.

VIBURNUM CARLESI — qy 5 ft. Splendid spreading
shrub, with perfume-haunted pink and white flowers in
May. Showy. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

VIBURNUM DENTATUM— qy 12 ft. Handsome arching
habit. Big cymes of white blossoms; then in fall, great
shining clusters of blue-black berries, long-enduring. Pkt.

10c; 54 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.

VIBURNUM LENTAGO— qjy 25 ft. Tall, arching screen-
shrub, or small tree. Fragrant white flowers in June, fol¬
lowed by edible black fruits of concentrated sweetness.
Thoreau remarked their quality in “Yankee in Canada.”

Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.

VIBURNUM NUDUM — qmy 12 ft. Ivory-white flowers
in fluffy clusters, followed by berries, these rosy red at
first, then coerulean. Pkt. 15c.

VIBURNUM TOMENTOSUM — qy 8 ft. One of the
several shrubs that are called “Snowball,” quite fittingly in
this case. Showy white blossoms, then handsome red
fruits, turning blue-black. Ornamental foliage. Pkt. 10c;

54 oz. 35c.

VIBURNUM TRILOBUM — qy 10 ft. Bush Cranberry.

The usual pretty white flowers, but followed by fruits of
most unusual scarlet, these lighting up the bushes all
winter. That is, of course, if they haven’t been picked to
provide the delectable jam or jelly that is so often made
from them. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c.

OFFER 132B7 — One pkt each of above for 65c.

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THE FRIENDLY VIOLETS

Here are happy and lovable flowers for rockery, wood¬
land, garden path, or meadow. They greet the spring with
their blossoms, but in latest autumn one will still find an
occasional bloom braving the cold winds. Even the foliage
has charm, and some kinds make good ground covers, or
carpeting plants. Try Viola striata in Lily beds, or under
Roses.

VIOLA ADUNCA — ernsth(l-2)4. Blossoms of lilac-laven¬
der. A pretty woodlander, with downy foliage, and rooting
stem-runners. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA AETOLICA — edlth(2-3)4. Miniature Pansy-violet

from Greece, with blossoms cf glossy yellow. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA BIFLORA — ersth(2)5. It will light up cool shaded
places with glints of golden sunshine. The blossoms come
usually in pairs. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA BOSNIACA — *ergstx(2-3)6. Green mats, long-
studded with blossoms of richest rosy mauve. Color some¬
times segregates to give variegations over cream. Pkt. 15c.

VIOLA BRITTONIA.NA — ercnh(l-2) 10. Large blossoms
of deepest purple, long-stemmed. Make ornamental tall
tufts of deeply lobed foliage. Sun, or light shade. A noble
species. Pkt. 15c; Vs oz. 30c; 54 oz. 50c; 54 oz. 85c.

VIOLA CALCARATA — *erx(8)8. From the Swiss Alps
comes this long-stemmed, long-blooming, gracefully informal
Viola. It has been said of its blossoms that they seem like
butterflies that are being transformed into Pansies. A royal
indigo, with radiating pencilings, predominates, but there
will be also purple, and cream, with old ivory that is just
tinging with blue, or, if one is very fortunate, the rare
pink form may appear. There is little pause to the bloom¬
ing, from April to December, save possibly in drought, but
a garden hose can largely remedy that. Rather permanent.
Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA CANADENSIS— ernsth(l) 15. A woodland Violet,
long, lank and leafy, but with abundance of cream-colored
blossoms, purple in reverse. Mass under trees. Pkt. 15c.

VIOLA CONFEDERATA — ercnh(l-2)8. Strain A. A
vigorous and very beautiful Violet, big and showy in blos¬
som, and of full hardiness. The flowers are silvery white,
but with a purple-shaded richness radiating from a dark
and velvety center. Considered a memorial of the south¬
ern Confederacy; botanically it is Viola papilionacea var.
Priceana. Highly recommended. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c;
54 oz. 75c.

VIOLA EIZANENSE ALBA— Of greatest rarity, blossoms
of pearly whiteness. Fragrant. Pkt. 50c.

VIOLA ELATIOR — erbh(l-2)12. A tall branching Violet,
almost high enough for the hardy border. It is long in
bloom, and the blossoms, of softest azure blue with white
eye, are far larger than those of most Violets. Particularly

good. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c; 54 oz. 75c.

VIOLA FLQRAIRENSIS — *erch(8)8. Big Pansy-like
blossoms from April to December. Richest shaded lilac-
lavender. Very satisfactory. This is Viola cornuta x V.
rothomagensis. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA GRACILIS — *erx(2-4)7. Armies of shimmering
blossoms, like purple Butterflies, but sometimes cream
white or soft yellow. True species. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA HASTATA — ersth(l)10. A splendid woodlander,
with lance-head leaves, and blossoms of deep citron yellow.
Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA HEDERACEA — *erfx(htw) (8)5. Australian Violet.
Dense three-inch moundlets of pale green, with multitudes
of pretty blossoms on slender stems some two inches higher.
The flowers are of exquisite daintiness, but of most un¬
violet-like form. Color is pure blue-purple, but the lower
petal is margined with azure-suffused white, and the wing
petals are about half and half, purple and white. Blooms
freely from spring seeding by August, so may be treated
as an annual in areas of great winter cold. Pkt. 35c.

VIOLA HIRTA — Lilac to purple flowers of good size,
carried well above foliage. Pkt. 20.G-r'

VIOLA HYBRIDA APRICOT— *erx (3-5) 7. Oval, lus¬
trous blossoms of deepest apricot, shading to velvety orange
at the center. Free-blooming. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA LABRADORICA — ernh(l-2)4. Floriferous species,
with alluring blossoms of soft blue-lavender. Half-trailing;
attractive in foliage and form. Pkt. 15c; tV oz. 35c.

VIOLA LANCEOLATA — ernmgh(l-2)6. Lance-leaf Violet.
Makes runners to form a close turf, that will be in late
spring,, great drifts of solid white. Recommended for
naturalizing. Pkt. 15c; j*g oz. 35c.

VIOLA LUTEA — *erx(8)6. A dainty little wild Pansy
from the hills of England. Elfin blossoms, from palest
creamy primrose, through straw-yellow and lemon, to shin¬
ing gold. Tends to be mat-forming. Pkt. 15c.

VIOLA MACROCERAS— erh(2)5. Jewel-like flowers of
amethystine lavender, peep from close mounds of smooth
emerald foliage. Pkt. 15c.

VIOLA MISSOURIENSIS— *erh(2)5. Blossoms of rosy
lilac, deepening to purple at margin, but with white throat.
Smooth foliage. Pkt. 15c; is oz. 35c.

VIOLA NIGRA — *ernx(l-4)6. Black Imp. Quaint, but
mighty attractive, little flowers, that look as though they
had been cut from black velvet. It is about the closest
to black of any flower; just the merest hint of violet re¬
flection; and it comes true from seed. Of exceeding flori-
ferousness. May be naturalized effectively. Of unknown
hybrid origin. Blooms quickly first year from seed. Pkt
10c; z/s cz. 30c; Ya oz. 50c; 1 oz. $1.75.

VIOLA ODORATA BLUE EMPEROR— ecrsty (8) 9. The
fragrant, long-stemmed, and long-blooming English Violet.
Blossoms of rich violet-indigo, and of largest size. The
English Violets are persistent in the open ground if given
a cool, sheltered position, or they may be forced. Try in
a cold-frame for late winter and earliest spring. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA ODORATA ROSE SHADES— A lovely strain,
with blossoms in varying shades, from true pearl-pink,
through rose, to mauve-lilac color. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA ODORATA WHITE— ecrsty (8)9. Large and fra¬
grant flowers of purest pearly whiteness, but an occasional
blue one must be expected. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA ODORATA SULFUREA— Rarest of the sweet
English Violets, of a. most attractive and unusual shade of
soft yellow. Pkt. 35c.

VIOLA PAPILIONACEA — ecfgnh(l-2)9. Butterfly Violet.
Flowers of deep purple richness, large and long-stemmed.
Makes robust clumps of attractive foliage. Particularly
easy. Naturalizes wonderfully. Pkt. 15c; % oz. 40c; Y oz.
75c; 1 oz. $2.50.

VIOLA PATRINI — Daintily tufted violet with clear laven¬
der flowers. North China. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA PEDATA — ercnah(l) (5) 5. The brilliantly showy
Birdsfoot Violet. Very large blossoms of purest blue-lav¬
ender to purple. The secret of success with the Birdsfoot
Violet is to plant in soil not overly heavy, and that is
slightly acid in reaction. To acidify a soil, add decayed
oak leaves, old sawdust, peat moss, or the low-priced
chemical, aluminum sulphate. Pkt. 20c; oz. 50c.

VIOLA PEDATA BICOLOR — Seeds saved only from bi¬
color forms of this splendid Violet. The lower petals should
be pure, or suffused, white; but above there may be in¬
digo, violet, or even velvety crimson purple. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA PEDUNCULATA— rcndh(2-3)9. Golden Violet.
A royal beauty. Inch-wide flowers of brilliant golden
orange, starred with mahogany, and tinted with ruddy
brown in reverse. Pkt. 20c; is oz. 50c.

VIOLA PINNATA* — Rosy lilac. Fragrant. Very early.
Needs cool soil and moisture, but good drainage. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA PRAEMORSA — erch(2)6. Fine big yellow blos¬
soms. Likes well-drained soil and light shade. Plant with
a blue for contrast. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA PRIMULIFOLIA — ernmh(2)6. Primrose-leaf
Violet. White flowers, marked purple. Makes spreading
clumps. Very pretty. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA PUBESCENS — ernsth(l-2)9. Golden Violets,
veined purple. Downy leaves. Fine woodlander. Pkt 20c.

♦VIOLA RAFINESQUI — eorhk(l)7. Dainty little Johnny-
jump-up, white with lilac lines. Naturalized in lawn,
meadow, or on sunny bank, it gives a delightful effect of
white drifts. Pkt. 15c; ^ oz. 30c; Ys oz. 50c.

VIOLA ROTHMAGENSIS — Rouen Pansy-violet. Lilac.
In bloom all summer. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA SAGITTATA — ernh(l-2)6. Flowers of silvered
blue, above arrow-head foliage. P'kt. 20c.

VIOLA SAXATILIS — edlth(2-3)4. A pretty little rock-
pansy of persistent habit, making wide mats of purple and
gold flowers, but sometimes the purple disappears, and there
is only the gold. Pkt. 20c.

VIOLA SCABRISCULA — ernsh(l)9- Flowers^ in shades
of yellow. Smooth leaves. Grows in low rich woods.
Pkt. 15c; iV oz. 25c.

VIOLA SIEBOLDIANA — ersth(l-2)7. An exquisitely
dainty species. Rose. See page 2. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA STRIATA — ernh(2)8. A carpeting Violet for deep
soils, making masses of spreading green. Many pretty blos¬
soms, the color of new cream, but lightly purple-striped.
Pkt. 20c; -rV oz. 40c.

VIOLA SYLVESTRIS ROSEA— rh(8)6. Delightful little
violets of pure rose, on spreading plants. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA TRICOLOR— *ernh(l-4)6. The primitive Pansy
or Johnny-jump-up. Bright little flowers in varied colorings
and borne in wonderful profusion. The beauty in mass

plantings of this little wild Pansy will surprise you. Of
easiest culture, and will self-sow. Pkt. 10c,

OFFER 133B7 — One pkt. each of above for $7.50.

OFFER 134B7— AVALON VIOLET COLLECTION. One
pkt. each of Confederata, Brittoniana, Elatior, Sieboldiana,
Pedata, Pedunculata, Labradorica and Lanceolata, for $1.25.

OFFER 135B7— ALL SEASON VIOLET COLLECTION.
One pkt. each of Bosniaca, Calcarata, Florairensis, Lutea.
Nigra, Saxatilis, and Apricot for $1.00.

VIOLET BLEND — All of the kinds in mixture, not, of
course, in equal proportions, but a bit of each. Here is
delightful surprise. Pkt. 15c; & oz. 25c; Ys oz. 45c.

SPECIAL BOOK LIST offering wide assortment,
with interesting descriptions, sent on request.

*VISCARIA DELPHINIUM BLUE— eox(3-4) 16. A del¬
phinium blue of rich intensity. Exceedingly floriferous,
plants hidden in blossoms for many weeks. An English
selection. Pkt. 15c.

*VISCARIA PARVIFLORA— eox(3)10. Pretty little long-
blooming annual with pink flowers. Pkt. 10c.

VITEX AGNUS-CASTUS — qk 10 ft. Powder-blue blos¬
soms in June and July, these, spicily sweet. Revels in sum¬
mer heat. Stem-hardy to Philadelphia, but root-hardy much
farther north, where it blooms on annual shoots in manner
of Buddleia. Pkt. 10c; Ya oz. 30c.

VITEX NEGUNDO INCISA— qh 12 ft. Graceful shrub,
with deeply cut leaves, and loose terminal spray-clusters of
pretty lilac. Hardy in Massachusetts. Pkt. 10c.

VITIS AMURENSIS — vy. Hardy and robust ornamental
vine; foliage richest crimson in autumn. Pkt. 10c.

VITIS VINIFERA— vy. European V/ine (or “California”)
Grape. Fairly hardy in middle states. Pkt. 10c.

*VOLUTARIA MAROCCANA — eobk(3-4)20. Graceful
open plants, bushy but airy in effect, each branch ter¬
minating in a pretty blossom of cornflower blue. Pkt. 20c.
WACHENDORFFIA THYRSIFLORA — eufmh(utw) (3)
25. Desirable tuberous South African plant, with panicles
of showy russet flowers above bronzed and plaited sword¬
like leaves. At Philadelphia, will usually winter in open
if well-mulched, but excellent pot plant, too. Pkt. 15c.
*WAHLENBERGIA CAPENSIS — Recommended South
African annual. Wide-spreading bells of blue. Two feet.
W'ahlenbergias are easy from seed. Pkt. 15c.
*WAHLENBERGIA PANICULATA — Another annual
afrikander, a spreading trailer this time, with open blue¬
bells. Pkt. 15c.

WATER LILY — See Nymphea, Castalia, Nuphar.

* WALLFLOWER CRIMSON ANNUAL — eock(4)18.
Single flowers of velvety crimson in full abundance. Gives
long season of blossoming from early sown seeds. Pkt. 15c.
WATSONIA BEATRICIS — uftk(utw) (4)50. Large flowers
in varied and exquisite shadings and tintings of salmon,
orange, terra cotta, and flame. Pkt. 15c.

WATSONIA MERIANA— uftk(utw) (2)25. Fine decidu¬
ous species of late spring. Mixed shades of pink, rose, and
salmon. Pkt. 15c.

WATSONIA MIXED — uftk(utw). Bugle Lily. Showy
flowers in tall spikes, like bugle-shaped Gladioli. For pot
forcing, or may be handled in garden like Gladiolus, the
bulbs being winter-stored same way. Pkt. 15c; Ys oz. 45c;
Ya oz. 85c.

*WHITLAVIA GRANDIFLORA MIXED— eok(2) 18. Up-
facing flowers of deepest blue, with white anthers; in form,
like flattened bells. Sometimes white forms appear, or white
with blue center. Blooms early. Pkt. 15c.

WINE CUPS— See Callirhoe.

WINTERGREEN— See Gaultheria.

WISTERIA FLO RIB UN DA — vk 20 ft. Fine and per¬
manent vine, with showy blue blossoms in pendant curtain
clusters, these sometimes two feet long. Pkt. 15c; Ya
oz. 30c.

WULFENIA CARINTHIACA — erx(3) 10. Leaves fat and
glossy, crinkly and crenate ; with blossom spires of brilliant
blue. Showily handsome. Pkt. 20c.

*XANTHOXALIS CORNUTA PURPUREA — eorgpnx
(3-5)3. Delightful mats of pure bronze with purple shad¬
ings, daily starred scatteringly with little yellow blossoms.
Quick annual, but safely persistent for pavements or ground-
covers, since it re-seeds freely. Full sun, always; it will
grow, but disappoint, in shade. Pkt. 15c.

XEROPHYLLUM ASPHODELOIDES — cbnmatstzy
(2-3)50. Stately shafts, topped each with lacy-clustered
myriad stars, ivory-tinted, rise from profuse grassy tufts. A
splendid long-lasting beauty. Makes a glorious cut-flower.
Carries the delicate perfume of old sachet. Likes dampish,
sandy, lime-free soil, but will grow very well in ordinary
garden loam. Hardy and persistent when once established.
Pkt. 15c; is oz. 40c.

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XEROPHYLLUM TEN AX — cbmatstzy (2-3)40. The Pine
Lily. Stem columns topped with great clusters of creamy,
fragrant stars. Particularly good when placed near stream-
margins or at pool sides, where light soil is high enough not
to be boggy, but where the roots may strike down to un¬
failing moisture. Pkt. 20c.

XYRIS MIXED — nmh(3-4)20. Each stem is topped with
a closely imbricated “pine cone,” but between the scales
attractive three-petalled flowers of brightest yellow break
through. For pool margins. Pkt. ISc.

THE HARDY YUCCA LILIES

A group of splendid ornamentals of exotic appearance.
The Yuccas are long-lived and persistent. Seed germinates
strongly, and there is nothing difficult about their culture,
providing they have good drainage, and reasonable sun.
sbndzh(2-3).

YUCCA BACCATA — Datil, or Banana Y'ucca. Thick,
rough leaves, deeply grooved, and often _ red-margined.
Cream-colored flowers of great beauty; in this species par¬
ticularly large. Then come clusters of thick, pulpy fruits,
like short bananas, sweet and well-flavored when ripe. The
Indians ate the ripe fruits out of hand, or roasted them
green, and the early settlers learned to do likewise, some¬
times using them also for pie-fruit. There are undoubtedly
possibilities for further development here. This Yucca
seems winter-hardy at Boston. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

YUCCA FILAMENTOSA — Adam’s Needle. Ornamental
dagger-shaped leaves, evergreen and thread-hung, above
which rise in June enormous panicles of thick-petalled bells
that seem to have been carved from new ivory. Makes a
magnificent showing, reaching to seven feet. Of full hardi¬
ness. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

YUCCA GLAUCA — Spanish Bayonet. Open rosettes of long
and slender, blue-dusted, sharp-pointed leaves, from which
rise in June, short, heavy bloom-spires. The blossoms are
large, of waxen texture, usually of cream-enrichened white¬
ness, but sometimes with daintiest rosy tinging. Old plants
often make tree-like trunks. Hardy into Canada. Pkt.
10c; 54 oz. 30c; 1 oz. $1.00.

YUCCA GLORIOSA — Tree Lily. Dense rosettes of leaves
like blades of old Roman swords. In young plants there
is but one rosette, but with age a true tree-trunk builds
up, becoming ruggedly branched and re-branched, each
branch terminated with its own rosette. The blossom pan¬
icles, many in old plants, are hung with splendid bells,
white, with softest tinting of rosy, red, sometimes deep,
but often a mere suggestion of suffusion. Reasonably winter-
hardy at Philadelphia; likely also much further. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 136B7 — One pkt. each of above for 45c.

YUCCA BLEND — The above, and other Yucca species and
hybrids in mixture. I recommend this for interesting varia¬
tions. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

ZANTEDESCHIA— See Calla.

ZELKOVA KEAKI — jh 80 ft. A handsome and hardy
Elm-cousin from Japan. Pkt. 10c.

ZENOBIA PULVERULENTA — qafh(2)72. Racemes of
large “lily-of-the-valley” flowers; waxen white. Pkt. 15c.

ZEPHYRANTHES or FAIRY LILY

The Fairy or Zephyr Lilies will flourish in any garden.
They are of the easiest culture, usually blooming second
year from seed. Z. Ajax and Z. citrina are particularly
quick germinaters, no matter when seed is sown; Candida,
atamasco and Treatiae are a trifle slower, but Z. Shell Pink
is apt to come erratically if sown in spring, often lying dor¬
mant for a long time. It is suggested that orders for seed
of this particular kind be placed for delivery in autumn,
immediately after harvest. Seeds sown then in pots under
glass, will come strongly. Please note that this applies only
to Z. Shell Pink.

ZEPHYRANTHES AJAX— uftx(3-5) 12. Large flowers of
lemon primrose, with a bit of rose shading in reverse. A
new burst of bloom after each rain. Of exceeding flori-

ferousness. Easy from seed. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

ZEPHYRANTHES ATAMASCO— uftx(l-2) 15. Atamasco
Lily. A very lovely spring-flowering species, with big
“lily” blossoms of pink-tinted white. Pkt. 20c.

ZEPHYRANTHES CANDIDA — uftx(5)9. Crocus Lily.
Multitudes of upstanding glossy white flowers. Rich foliage.
Fine for edgings. Pkt. 15c.

ZEPHYRANTHES CITRINA— uftx(3-5) 12. Citron Lily.
As free-blooming as Z. Ajax, but blossoms are rich yellow,
with ruddy copper reverse. Pkt. 20c.

ZEPHYRANTHES ROSEA — uftx(w)(5)4. True species,
not the Z. rosea of the trade. Short-stemmed flowers of
deep rose-carmine. Pkt. 20c.

ZEPHYRANTHES SHELL PINK— uftx(w) (8) 12. Large
trumpets of softest true pink, deepening almost to rose in
throat. Probably a natural hybrid. Pkt. 25c.

OFFER 137B7 — One pkt. each of above for $1.00.

LITTLE ZINNIAS

The smaller-flowered Zinnia species and hybrids have to
me a certain graciousness of charm and appeal that is
lacking in the obese formality and riotous coloring of the
“improved” Zinnia clegans selections as usually cataloged.

♦ZINNIA ANGUSTI FOLIA HYBRIDA — eocbk(3-5) 18.
In this delightful hybrid strain of the Mexican Zinnia, the
blossoms vary from single to fully double, but always with
a ligjhtsome starry individuality that is quite surprising in
Zinnia. Often the petals are taperingly twisted, or down-
turned. There will be brilliant browns, sulphur, orange,
gold, blood-red; and a petal may start with one color and
finish quite another. Pkt. 15c; ,V oz. 25c.

♦ZINNIA FANTASY BLEND— eockb (3-5) 30. Shaggy
ray-like petals, twisted and interlaced in charming uncon¬
ventionality. Fully double, usually. Color range highly
inclusive; bright variations of red, yellow and orange of
course, but also rare tintings of pastel reminder, in pink,
cream and the like. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 25c.

♦ZINNIA LINEARIS— eobk(3-5) 16. Single flowers, grace¬
fully formed, burnished golden orange, but lightening to a
soft, delicate yellow in the center of each petal. Early
blooming, spreadingly bushy. A season-long delight. Pkt. 15c.

♦WILD ZINNIAS MIXED— Made up of seeds of unim¬
proved wild or species Zinnias: Z. multiflora, Z. angustifolia,
Z. pauciflora, Z. linearis, Z. tenuiflora, and Z. verticillata.
It contains additionally an attractive natural hybrid between
Z. multiflora and Z. peruviana. Colorings in variations of
yellow, orange, tawny red and scarlet. Plants bloom freely,
and the single to semi-double flowers are rather attractive.
Seeds of the species can also be supplied separately at same
rate. Pkt. 15c.

OFFER 138B7 — One pkt. each of above for 50c.

ZYGADENUS FREMONTI — eucrbzy (2) 30. Easy bulb,
with sprays of creamy yellow-centered blossoms; much
like Camassia except in color. Pkt. 15c.

ZIZYPHUS JUJUBA — Ornamental tree-shrub for the south,
grown chiefly for the sugary date-like fruits. May be
handled as a tub plant north. Fruits at three years. Pkt. 10c.

ZIZYPHUS SATIVA — A hardier Jujube, also grown for
its well-flavored fruits. Subject to arrival, I offer seeds
collected in northern Manchuria, in a climate roughly cor¬
responding to that of Ohio. It would appear that this spe¬
cies may be grown safely much farther north than has
generally been supposed. Pkt. 15c.

SALMAGUNDI

Salmagundi doesn’t always mean pickles. Dictionary
gives one meaning of it as “a medley,” and that surely
describes this particular Salmagundi. It is a mixture of a
little, sometimes more, of about: everything I list; annuals,
rockery perennials, border perennials, bulb seeds, wild flow¬
ers, house plants, succulents, Cacti, Irises, Lilies, Roses,
even tree, vine and shrub seeds. You are likely to find
almost anything in it, and probably will. The seeds are
year old, mostly. That means in this season of 1936-1937
that they are largely of the autumn harvest of 1935, where¬
as new crop seeds are cf harvest of 1936. They won’t all
grow, but a whole lot of them will; and if you can’t get
enough out of a sowing, considering low price, and the
rarity of many of the kinds, to make it worth your while,
I am afraid there is not much hope for you as a gardener.
No guarantee, though. Salmagundi is the answer to where
old seeds go. Not less than 54 oz. sold. 54 oz. 20c; 54 oz
35c; 1 oz. 60c; 54 lb. $2.00; 1 lb. $7.00.

LANDSCAPE PLANNING ARRANGEMENTS

Half the fun of gardening is in the planning, and
with the information that I now give through my key
letter and number scheme, as to the time of flower¬
ing, height, sun or shade and the like, it ought not
to be difficult for anyone to work out his own
planting plan. The various “Finding Lists” of plants
for special uses, given at the back of the catalog,
also should help. I regret that demands on my time
do not permit me any longer to make up specific
plans for my customer friends. I like to do this well
enough, but the business has expanded to the point
where it is simply impossible for me to continue the
special service. Please do not ask it.

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GENERAL SEED OFFER

ABIES BALSAMEA — jk. 60 ft. Symmetrical and quick¬
growing conifer. Pkt. 10c; V\ oz. 20c.

ABIES CONCOLOR — jk. 175 ft. Handsome foliage, often
silvery blue. Drought-resistant. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 25c; 1

oz. 65c.

ABIES LASIOCARPA — jk ( 9) . 150 ft. Densely-needled

tall conifer. Silvery bark. Hardy. Pkt. 10c.

ABIES WEBBIANA — jk (9) . 90 ft. Magnificent Hima¬

layan Fir. Hardy to Philadelphia. Pkt. 15c.

ABUTILON VIT I FOLIUM — ebfk(2)48. Chilean shrub with
big flowers of sky-blue. Pkt. 25c.

-ABYSSINIAN WHITE-CLUSTER — Unidentified Abys¬
sinian, with white flower clusters. Pkt. 20c.

ACAENA NOVAE-ZELANDIAE — ergh(3) 8. Silk-leaved
creeper with purple flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ACER PALMATUM ATROPURPUREUM — jy 20 ft.
Japanese Scarlet Maple. Pkt. 15c.

ACER PLATANOIDES — jy ( 9 ) . 100 ft. Norway Maple.

Handsome shade tree, yellow in fall. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.
ACER SACCHARUM — jy ( 9 ) . 120 ft. Sugar Maple. Dense
shade tree, scarlet in autumn. Pkt. 10c: 1 oz. 75c.
ACHILLEA SIBIRICA — ecrdx(3)16. White to clear rose
corymbs. Waxy leaves. Pkt. 15c.

ACIPHYLLA COLENSOI — bfh(3)72. Fierce Spaniard.
Great spikes of fragrant lemon bloom. Pkt. 15c.

ACHLYS TRIPHYLLA— nsh(2)18. Vanilla-sweet. Pkt. 15c.
ACONITUM FEROX — rby(3)36. Handsome violet flowers,
lighter within. Pkt. 10c.

ACONITUM JAPONICUM— by(4)50. Violet. Pkt. 20c.
ACONITUM SEPTENTRIONALE — bsty (3)45. Pkt. 20c.
ACONITUM WILDENOWI — rby (2) 30. Blue. Pkt. 20c.
ACORUS CALAMUS — amnh(9)70. Sweet-flag. Pkt. 10c.
ACTEA ALBA — bnsty (2-3)25. Glossy white berries on red
stems. For shade naturalizing. Pkt. 10c.

ACTEA SPICATA — bnltsty(2-3)25. Seafoam flowers, fol¬
lowed by burnished black berries. Pkt. 10c.

ACTINEA HERBACEA— rcdh(3-5) 12. Yellow. Pkt. 25c.
ACTINIDIA ARGUTA — evh. 12 ft. Hardy, ornamental
fruiting vine. Creamy buttercup flowers, followed by big,
sweet, edible berries. Pkt. 15c.

ACTINOMERUS ALTERNIFOLIA — ebnx(3) 40. Robust
yellow-flowered daisy. Tolerant of light shade. Pkt. 20c.
ADENOPHORA DENTICULATA— *ecbx(3-4) 36. Violet.
Flaring, lily-like bells. From Dahuria. Pkt. 20c.
ADENOPHORA DIPLODONTA— No data. Pkt. 15c.
ADENOPHORA FARRERI — No data. Pkt. 15c.
ADENOPHORA NIKOENSE— erx(2-3) 12. Lovely violet
bells of unusual size and beauty. Pkt. 20c.
ADENOPHORA STRICTA— ecbx (3)24. Soft violet. Pk. 20c.
*ADONIS AUTUMNALIS — eoy(2-3) 12. Maroon-centered

flowers of gleaming crimson. Foliage fine and fern-like.
Pkt. 10c.

ADONIS VERNALIS — rblty(l)10. Big blossom-cups of
glossy yellow above feathery foliage. A delight of earliest
spring. Pkt. 15c.

AEONIUM CANARIENSE — htw(9)15. Branched rosettes
of velvety, spoon-shaped succulence. Pkt. 15c.
*AETHIONEMA BUXBAUMI— eork(2-3) 6. Pkt. 10c.
AGAVE PARRYI — erbdfx60. Reasonably hardy succulent
with spikes of old rose flowers. Unusual. Pkt. 15c.
AGRIMONIA ODORATA — ebnstk(3)36. Sweet-scented
yellow flowers in loose racemes. Pkt. 10c.
AGROSTEMMA CORONARIA — *ecbnx(2)25. Open sprays
of bright red blossoms. Downy foliage. Pkt. 5c; *4 oz. 20c.
AGROSTEMMA CORONARIA BICOLOR— *ecbnx(3)25.
White blossoms with red centers. Silvery leaves. Pkt. 10c.
AILANTHUS ALT IS SIM A — jy(9). 60 ft. Tree of Heaven.
Quick, attractive, easy. Pkt. 5c; Y$ oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.
AKEBIA QUINNATA — vk(2). 12 ft. Desirable hardy
vine with chocolate brown flowers and edible fruits. Pkt. 10c.
ALBIZZIA JULIBRISSIN — jy(2). 35 ft. Thornless

Acacia. Fluffy pink flower tassels. Hardy to Phila. Pkt. 10c.
ALBUCA MINOR — ufth(3)24. Galtonia-like spikes of per¬
fumed creamy yellow bloom. Pkt. 15c.

ALETRIS FARINOSA — bnmasth(2)30. Tall spikes of bells
that seem moulded from white wax. Pkt. 15c.
ALLAMANDA CATH ARTICA— vhtw(7) . 8 ft. Desirable

conservatory vine, richly golden-flowered. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM ACUMINATUM — erbnm(3)16. Clustered and

handsome rose-purple flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM ACUTANGULUM PURPUREUM— ecrbh(3)22.
Great loose heads of deep purple. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM ALBIDUM — erbh(3)36. Informal spraying clus¬
ters of tiny silvery bells. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM ALBOPILOSUM — erbh(3)24. Starry lilac flow¬
ers in enormous clusters. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM ANGUSTIPRASUM— ecrh(2)18. "Clover” flow¬
ers, silvery, lavender, and lilac. Pkt. 15c; Y& oz. 40c.

ALLIUM BICEPTRUM — ersth(2). Attractive blossom-headi
of rosy pink. Tolerates light shade. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM CERNUUM — ecrnh(3)18. Graceful nodding
blossoms of pure pink. Dainty. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM CILIATUM — erh(3)8. Tiny blue-bells, delicate
and pretty. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM DARWASICUM— erh(2)18. Very many tuft-
heads of silvery lilac-pink. Pkt. 10c; Y& oz. 30c.

ALLIUM DICHLANDYANUM— erh(2)24. Rose. Pkt. 15c.
ALLIUM FAL Cl FOLIUM — erh(2)8. Showy rose-colored
flower-heads above sickle leaves. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM GALANTHUM — ebh(2)24. Close globes of
white on sturdy stem pillars. Pkt. 10c; Y% oz. 40c.

ALLIUM GIGANTEUM— cby(3)36. Lavender. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM HAEMTOCHITON— erh(3)10. Pretty flower-
clusters, white to deep rose. Edible ; will add piquancy to a
salad or flavor to a stew. Prefers full sun and dry, heavy
soil. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM KOCHI — ebh(2)30. Like A. galanthum, but
flower-heads longer. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM MARGARETACEUM — erh. Heads of pretty
pearl-white flowers. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM MOSCHATUM — ecrbh(3)18. Musk-fragrant
lavender flowers in loose clusters. Pkt. 15c; Y& oz. 40c.
ALLIUM NARCISSIFLORUM— erch(3)15. The blossoms
are pendant bells of wine-red, few-clustered, but large in¬
dividually. Of great beauty. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM NEAPOLITANUM — echtw(or k) (3 or 7)18.
Fragrant, nodding, pure white blossoms. Forces readily,
but protect in garden. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM NUT TALLI — erh(2)12. Attractive umbels of
white or rose blossoms. Mixed. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM PALLENS — ecrbh(4)18. Like a soft lilac A.
ammophyllum of later season. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM PARVUM — Pale rose. Dwarf. Pkt. 15c.
ALLIUM PENINSULARE — erh(2)10. Blossoms of clear,
deep pink, exquisitely beautiful. A highly desirable species,
but seeds shyly. Pkt. 25c.

ALLIUM ROSY GEM — ecrbh(2)16. Long-stemmed flower
tufts of lilac with rose center. Pkt. 20c.

ALLIUM SCAPOSUM — erx. Lilac-rose. Pkt. 15c.
ALLIUM SCHOENOPRASUM — erh(2)12. Profuse, dense,
rose-purple heads. Leaves used for seasoning. Good herb-
border edging. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 40c.

ALLIUM SERRATUM — erh(2)8. Pretty rose colored
flowers. For the dry rockery. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM STELLERIANUM ALBUM— ecrbh(4)24. At¬
tractive clusters of fragrant white flowers. Pkt. 15c.
ALLIUM TATARICUM — ecbh(2)25. Handsome fluffy
globes, from soft lavender to deep purple. Good. Pkt. 15c.
ALLIUM TRICQCCUM — ensth(3)10. White flower, not
showy. Sweet, edible stems. Pkt. 15c.

ALLIUM UNIFOLIUM — eh(2)18. Rosy stars. Pkt. 15c.
ALLIUM VALIDUM — ebh(3-4)18. Loose round clusters
of bright rose-purple flowers. Showy. Pkt. 15c.

A mulch of straw, old burlap, or similar material,
placed over an open ground seed-bed as soon as seed
has been sown, will conserve moisture and make for
quicker germination. Be sure to remove mulching
as soon as first sprout appears, else the tiny seed¬
lings may die.

ALOE SAPONARIA — ehtw. Showy. Pkt. 20c.

ALOE LATIFOLIA — ehtw. Red. Pkt. 25c.

ALOE PILNAARI — ehtw. Red. Pkt. 20c.

*ALONSOA CAULIALATA — eobx(3)15. Red. Pkt. 15c
ALSINE BAUHINORUM — rltx(3)8. White. Pkt. 25c.
ALTHEA FICIFOLIA — ebh(3)60. Antwerp Hollyhock.
Primrose yellow to orange blossoms. Showy. Pkt 10c
ALTHEA TAURINENSE— Rose-violet. Pkt 15c
ALYSSUM CONDENSATUM — erdx(2)6. Silvery leaves
and large lemon yellow blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

ALYSSUM MOELLENDORFFIANUM — erldx(2)8. Silvery
mats. Close-clustered yellow bloom. Pkt. 15c.

ALYSSUM MONTANUM — erdx(2)8. A low, tufted half¬
shrub, all of gray frostiness. Yellow flowers. Pkt 15c
ALYSSUM SAXATILE COMPACTUM— er(l-2) 12 Basket
of Gold. Most showy. Pkt. 5c; ^ oz. 25c. '

*AMARANTHUS FIRE — eobx(9)40. Vivid Pkt 15c
*AMETHYSTIA COERULEA — eok(2)12. Entertaining
little annual, with overly tiny amethystine bloom. Pkt. 10c.
*AMBROSIA MEXICANA — eocd(3-4)24. Aromatic and
graceful green plumes. Cuts well. Pkt. 5c; oz 20c
f 50 ,

AMELANCHIER OBLONGI FOLIA — qy(l) 12 ft. June-
berry. Scented white bloom; then sweet blue berries. Pkt. 10c

AMPELOPSIS VEITCHI — vy. 30 ft. Hardy Japanese Ivy.
Clings unaided to walls. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

AMSONIA CILIATA — ebnsth(3) 16. White. Pkt. 20c.
ANACYCLUS RADIATUS — erfdh(2) 9. Unique little rock¬
ery plant with pretty yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.
ANAPHALLIS MARGARITACEA — cbn (2) 24. Silvery

pearl-like flowers for drying. Pkt. 15c.

*ANCHUSA CAPENSIS BLUEBIRD— eobx(8)30. Vivid
blue densities. Of high excellence. Pkt. 10c.

ANCHUSA SEMPERVIRENS— rb(2-3)24. Brilliant blue
flower sprays like shepherds’ crooks. Pkt. 15c.
ANDROSACE CARNEA— rh(2)4. Daintiest pink. Pkt. 20c.

ANEMONE CANADENSIS — crbnsth(l) 12. Snowy stars
high above rich foliage mats. Fine. Pkt. 10c.

ANEMONE CERNUA — rnh(l) 10. Nodding flowers of rich
claret. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

ANEMONE CORONARIA HIS EXCELLENCY— *ucrfy
(1-2)15. A gorgeous, vivid scarlet. Pkt. 15c.

ANEMONE CORONARIA SKYCUP— *ucrfy(l-2) 15. Like
above, but deepest blue. Both force well. Pkt. 15c.
ANEMONE CYLINDRICA — bnh(2)20. Green-yellow stars ;
silky cones; tufted lamb’s wool. Pkt. 10c.

ANEMONE GLOBOSA — rsty(l)6. Blossom cups variably
white, cream yellow or rose. For cool places. Pkt. 25c.
ANEMONE HUPEHENSIS — cbry (4-5) 16. Rose. Pkt. 25c.
ANEMONE JAPONICA — cby(5)36. Magnificent flowers,
white, pink or rosy red. Mixed. Pkt. 15c.

ANEMONE LYALLI — bsth(2)24. Great white cups, some¬
times with amethystine shadings. From British Columbia
mountains. Pkt. 25c.

ANEMONE MULTIFIDA MAGELLANICA — cbh(2) 14.
Charming soft yellow blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

ANEMONE NARCISSIFLORA — rcbh(2-3)20. White.
Pkt. 20c.

ANEMONE PULSATILLA CARPATICA — ernh(l)16.
Blue blossoms, tasselled with gold. Pkt. 15c.

ANEMONE QUINQUEFOLIA — rnsh(l)7. Makes spread¬
ing green mats, starred with white bloom. Pkt. 15c.
ANEMONE RIVULARIS — bsth(3)36. Showers of pale
blue blossoms, purple in reverse. Pkt. 15c.

ANEMONE VIRGINICA — bnsth(3)30. Flowers of creamy
white, then cottony fluff. For naturalizing in shade. Pkt. 10c.

ANEMONOPSIS MACROPHYLLA — rbsh(3)14. Wax-
petalled blue and white flowers. Stately. Pkt. 15c.
*ANODA CRISTATA — eobx(8)40. A pretty Opalcup, with
flowers of iridescent lilac. Pkt. 15c.

*ANODA PARVIFLORA — eonx(3-5)36. Good annual for
wild naturalizing. Little tan-colored flowers. Pkt. 10c.
ANTENNARIA DIOICA ROSEA — rgx(2)4. A silvery
mat, with tiny pink flowers above. Pkt. 15c.

ANTHEMIS KELWAYI — *ecbn(3-4)25. Free and easy
yellow daisies. Ferny foliage. Pkt. 5c; *4 oz. 30c.
ANTHEMIS PTARMICIFORMIS— ergh(3)4. Pkt. 15c.
ANTHOLYZA LUCIDOR — euftck(htw) (3)28. Glowing red
dragon-flowers. Showy salmon seed pods. Pkt. 20c.
ANTHOLYZA PREALTA — As above. Richest orange,
marked chocolate. Early. A worthy bulb-flower. Pkt. 15c.
ANTHYLLIS DILLENI — rdfk(3) 12. Red. Pkt. 15c.
ANTIRRHINUM GLANDULOSUM — ebnx(3)60. Tall
perennial, with racemes of little pink flowers. Pkt. 15c.
^ANTIRRHINUM ORONTIUM— eon(3-5) 18. Pkt. 10c.
APHYLLANTHES MONSPELIENSIS— bfh(2) 16. Pk. 25c.
APIOS TUBEROSA— euvx (2) 50. Hardy edible bulb, the
Indian Potato. Ornamental chocolate bloom. Pkt. 15c.
APOCYNUM ANDROSAEMIFOLIUM — bndx(3)30. Hand¬
some plant with little pure pink bells. Pkt. 15c.

AQUILEGIA ALPINA HYBRIDS— erbch(3)30. The var¬
iant, and interestingly beautiful children of Aquilegias alpina
and vulgaris. Pkt. 15c.

AQUILEGIA ALPINA POWDERBLUE— ecrbh(2)25. A
particularly rich true blue. Stately. Pkt. 15c.
AQUILEGIA ATRATA — Rich chocolate to purple. Pkt. 20c.
AQUILEGIA ATROPURPUREA— Pkt. 10c.

AQUILEGIA BAIKALENSIS — ebh(2)24. Large flowers
of blue-violet, long spurred. Pkt. 15c.

AQUILEGIA CHRYSANTHA — ecbh(2-3)36. Long-spurred
blossoms of pale gold. Lovely. Pkt. 10c.

AQUILEGIA CHRYSANTHA ALBA — Exquisite cream-
white. Pkt. 15 c.

AQUILEGIA COERULEA — ecbnh(2)30. Rocky Mountain
Columbine. Alluring lavender and cream., Pkt. 15c.
AQUILEGIA DISCOLOR — rh (2-3) 8. A little Spanish
beauty, blue and old ivory. Pkt. 20c.

AQUILEGIA FLABELLATA — erh(2)15. Plump violet

stars, with white cup and spurs. Good. Pkt. 15c; tV oz. 25c.
AQUILEGIA FORMOSA DOUBLE ROSE— ecbh(2-3)28.
• Id rose, chiefly, with some lemon and buff. Pkt. 15c.

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AQUILEGIA HENSOL HAREBELL — erbch(2-3)28.
Uniquely bell-like blossoms of ultramarine. Pkt. 15c.
AQUILEGIA NIGRICANS— ecbh(2)25. Fine violet and
white. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

AQUILEGIA OX YSEPALA — ecrbh(2)25. The flowers are
wide blue stars, with creamy cups. Pkt. 15c.

AQUILEGIA REUTERI — erh(2)12. Magnificent flowers of
deepest blue-violet, carried in big, branching bouquets.
Easy and vigorous. Pkt. 20c; oz. 60c.

AQUILEGIA SIB I RICA — crbh(2)20. Pkt. 25c.
AQUILEGIA TRUNCATA — cbnh(2)28. Gorgeous blos¬
soms, true red outside, chrome yellow within. Pkt. 15c.

FOR KEY LETTER EXPLANATIONS see first
page of this catalog. The key letters and numerals
after each varietal name, are intended to indicate
classifications, needs, uses, blooming season and
height.

ARABIS ALPINA — erx(l)10. Sweet white clusters. Pkt. 10c.
ARABIS BREWERI — rx (2)6. Ruby. Pkt. 25c.

ARABIS CAUCASICA— No data. Pkt. 15c.

ARABIS FEND LERI — rh(l)8. Lilac. Pkt. 15c.

ARABIS GLAUCA SERRATA — rx(2)6. Many dainty
white flowers above glaucous leaves. Pkt. 15c.

ARABIS PURPURASCENS — rstx(2)8. Here the blossoms
are a soft purple-rose. Good. Pkt. 20c.

ARABIS THAL1ANA — No data. Pkt. 15c.
ARCHANGELICA OFFICINALIS— Perennial herb. Stems
are sometimes candied. Pkt. 10c; special large pkg. 25c.

ARENARIA BALEARICA — erph(2-3)3. Delightful rock-
mantler, with a thousand tiny white stars, studded over
greenery. Walls, pavements, step crevices. Pkt. 25c.
ARENARIA GRAMINIFOLIA — erx (2)15. Grassy tufts,
airy white stars above. Pkt. 15c.

ARENARIA LEDEBOURIANA — rh(2)4. White flower-
sprays over blue-gray rosettes. Pkt. 15c.

ARENARIA MACRADENIA— rndh(2) 10. Like a larger
A. caroliniana, in flower and plant. Less heathery. Pkt. 25c.
*ARENARIA PATULA — orndh(l)10. Branching plants,
starred with tiny white bloom. Pkt. 10c.

*ARENARIA SERPYLLI FOLIUM — eorndh(2-3)9. Mul¬

titudinous little white flowers. Airy effect. Pkt. 15c.

ARISAEMA DRACONTIUM — urnstmy (2)25. Called Green
Dragon, from the ferocious appearance of the oddly crinkled
green flower-spathes. Pkt. 10c.

ARISAEMA GRIFFITHI — udmsty(3)24. Velvety violet
spathes, marked chocolate. Pkt. 15c.

ARISAEMA SPECFOSUM — ubmsty(3)24. Rich purple
spathe, striped cream. Pkt. 15c.

ARISTEA CAPITATA — eufhtw(7)50. Not a true bulb, but
bulb-like. Intense blue. Fine. Hardy with protection
below Washington. Pkt. 15c.

ARISTEA ECKLONIS — efhtw(7)24. Sky blue flowers in

effective sprays. Pkt. 15c.

ARISTEA LUCIDA — ehtw(7)20. Brilliant indigo. Fine
pot plant, not too large. Pkt. 15c.

ARISTOTELIA RACEMOSA — q. 15 ft. Quick New
Zealand shrub, with claret-hued flowers. Pkt. 15c.
ARMERIA CAESPITOSA — rh(2)6. Ornamental foliage-
cushions, almost hidden by soft pink bloom. Pkt. 15c.
ARMERIA CEPHALOTES RUBRA— erbh(2) 15. Closely
clustered flower-heads of brightest rose. Pkt. 15c.

ARNICA CHAMISSONIS— bnsth(3)25. Yellow. Pkt. 15c.
ARNICA CORDIFOLIA — cbnmst(3)24. Cheerful golden
daisies, big-petaled and showy. Pkt. 15c.

ARNICA NEVADXENSIS — rsth(3) 12. Alpine. Pkt. 20c.
ARONIA ARBUTIFOLIA — qy 7 ft. Handsome hardy
shrub. Pink-tinted flowers. Red fruits. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.
ARUM ITALICUM — urnmsty(2)20. Cream-yellow spathes,
followed by scarlet berries. Pkt. 10c.

ARUNCUS SYLVESTER— bnsth(2)60. Cream. Pkt. 15c.
ASARUM CANADENSE — grnsty(l)6. Aromatic creepers,
with little chocolate-hued flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ASCLEPIAS CORNUTI — endh(3)40. Pretty, not showy,
purple flowers. Young stems eaten like asparagus. In¬
clined to spread, weed-fashion. Pkt. 15c.

ASCYRUM STANS — bnmatfh(3)28. Many tender green
shoots, with odd butter-yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ASH — See Fraxinus.

ASPERULA CYNANCHICA — erx(3)12. Clustered long

pink trumpets. Full sun. Pkt. 15c.

ASPERULA HEXAPHYLLA — ecrdh(3)15. Pretty sprawler,
with clustered pink and white trumpets. Pkt. 15c.
*ASPERULA QRIENTALIS — eoc(3)12. Fluffy, fragrant,
blue clusters. Long in bloom. Cuts well. Pkt. 10c.
ASPHQDELINE LIBURNICA — eurbh(3)20. An Asphodel
for the rock garden, light and graceful. The flowers large,
yellow, starry; the leaves thread-like. Pkt. 15c.
ASPHODELUS ALBUS DELPHINENSIS — bh(3)50.
Branching spikes. Flowers pure white to buff. Pkt. 15c.

ASPHODELUS TENUIFOLIUS— ucbh(3)25. Panicles of
pretty white flowers. Canary Islands. Pkt. 15c.

ASTER ALPINUS — erlth(2)10. Imperial purple, varying
at times to rose or white, always with yellow eye, one big-
flower to a stem. Pkt. 15c.

ASTER ERICOIDES — ecbdnh(4-5)36. Frost Aster. Airy
white Aster with heath-like leaves. Pkt. 10c.

ASTER GRACILIS— urnh(2) 10. Early Aster. Each plant
a bouquet. Lavender. Tuberous. Pkt. 15c.

ASTER NOVAE-ANGLIAE ROSE— ecbh (5) 50. Pkt. 15c.

ASTER NOVI-BELGI — ecbnmh(4-5)45. Pretty blue-lav¬
ender. Open, branching, profuse. Pkt. 10c.

ASTER PTARMICOIDES — ecrbdh(2-3)20. Large, fluffy,
flattened clusters of showy white flowers. Pkt. 10c.
ASTER TATARICUS — ecbnh(6)50. Terminal heads of light
blue flowers. Very good. Pkt. 15c.

ASTILBE DAVIDI — cbh(3)36. The dainty Meadow Sweet.
Great plumes of fairy pink. Pkt. 20c.

ASTILBE RIVULARIS — cbfh(3-4) 50. Plumes of old ivory
tinting. Splendid. Pkt. 15c.

ASTRAGALUS GLYCOPHYLLUS— No data. Pkt. 10c.

ASTRANTIA BIEBERSTEINI — rbnmx(2) 10. Pretty little
umbels of palest pink. Pkt. 15c.

ATHANASIA PARVIFLORA— Pkt. 15c.

*ATRIPLEX HORTENSIS ATRO SANGUINEUS — eob
(9)50. For fohage effects. All rich maroon. Pkt. 10c.

ATROPA BELLADONNA — ebx(9)36. Little chocolate-
purple bells. Of some attractiveness, but primarily it is a
drug plant. Pkt. 15c.

AUBRETIA ERUBESCENS— erk(2)6. Rose. Pkt. 15c.

BACCHARIS HALIM I FOLIA — eqh(5). 7 ft. Silver Tuft.
Snowy wool in autumn. Pkt. 5c; Y& oz. 20c.

♦BAERIA CHRYSOSTOMA — eon(2-3)10. Goldfields.
Dainty yellow daisies. Most profuse bloomers. Pkt. 10c.
BALSAMORHIZA SAGITTATA— erbdh(l-2) 16. Pkt. 15c.
BAPTISIA AUSTRALIS — ecbh(2)40. Handsome terminal
racemes of indigo blue. Pkt. 5c; Yu oz. 25c.

BAPTISIA TINCTORIA — ebndh(3)45. Airy plants, each
branch tipped with golden bloom. Pkt. 15c.

BAYBERRY — See Myrica carolinensis.

BEAUTY BUSH— See Kolkwitzia.

BEECH — See Fagus.

BELLIS INTEGRIFOLIA — rnh(2)16. Pretty pale blue
daisies on branching plants. Exceedingly free. Naturalizes
nicely. Pkt. 15c; oz. 50c.

BERBERIS AQUIFOLIUM — See Mahonia aquifolium.
BERBERIS CONCINNA — qk. 3 ft. Half-evergreen. Pretty
yellow flowers, later red fruits. Pkt. 10c.

BERBERIS DARWINI — qk. 3 ft. Glossy spine-toothed
leaves; and handsome flower clusters of orange with red
shadings. Purple berries. Pkt. 15c.

BESCHORNERIA YUCCOIDES— htw. Rare. Pkt. 25c.
BESSERA ELEGANS — uftch(4)28. Coraldrop. Pkt. 20c.
BETONICA ALOPECUROS— Pkt. 10c.

BETULA LUTEA — jy. 80 ft. Yellow Birch. Fine tree for
far north. Graceful, but massive. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 35c.
-BIDENS GRANDIFLORA— eox(3)25. Yellow. Pkt. 10c.
*BIDENS HUMILIS — eox(3-5)20. Makes masses of
fernish foliage, hidden by multitudes of deep yellow blos¬
soms. Effective for late bedding. Pkt. 10c.

-BIDENS INVOLUCRATA — eocbmnx(3-4) 48. Showy
Cosmos-like flowers, yellow with orange shading. Pkt. 10c.
*BIDENS LEUCANTHA— eonx(3)40. White. Pkt. 10c.
*BIDENS TRICHOSPERMA— eobnmx(4)25. Gold. Pkt. 10c.
BLOOMERIA CROCEA — eufrx(2)18. Loose-clustered
blossoms, like showers of golden stars. 'Pkt. 20c.
BOMAREA SP. — uftcbsty. Unidentified species from val¬
leys of the Columbian Andes. Clustered flowers of showiest
scarlet. Close to Alstroemeria. 10 seeds, 25c.
*BOISDUVALIA DENSIFLORA— eox(2-4)30. Gay blos¬
soms of lively rose. Surprisingly effective. Pkt. 20c.

BOX — See Buxus.

BOX MYRTLE — See Leiophyllum buxifolium.
BRADBURYA VIRGINIANA — *rgbnh(3-4) 60. Dainty
trailer or climber, with showy violet flowers. Pkt. 15c.
BUDDLEIA COLVILLEI — ecbfx(3)90. Butterfly Bush.
Pink to crimson. Fine south. Pkt. 15c.

BUDDLEIA DAVIDI — ecbx(3)70. Hardy Butterfly Bush.
Handsome purple panicles. Fragrant. Pkt. 15c.
BUDDLEIA JAPONICA — ecbx(3)50. Hardy Butterfly
Bush. Pendulous racemes of rich lilac. Pkt. 15c.
BUPLEURUM RAN UNCULO IDES — rh(2)6. Pkt. 15c.
BUPLEURUM ROTUNDIFOLIUM — ernx(2)16. Clustered
buff-yellow star-lets. Pkt. 10c.

BUXUS SEMPERVIRENS — qy. True Box. Evergreen.
Always handsome. Stands shearing wonderfully. For hedges,
edgings or specimens. Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 50c.

CACTUS

The Cacti are easily raised from seed, and fit well into
the window garden, requiring less care, and attracting more
attention than other house plants. Everywhere, north or
south, Cacti may be used with striking effect for summer
bedding, in the rock garden, or on a dry sunny bank. When
hard freezes come, the plants may be potted up and carried
over winter in the house. Even a sunny cellar window
will suffice. It should be noted that Mammillaria vivipara
and Neobesseya missouriensis are winter-hardy in the open
ground well into Canada, while Echinocereus viridiflorus
will winter outside at Philadelphia, as, indeed, will usually
Echinocactus polyancistrus. For other winter-hardy Cacti,
see OPUNTIA, in The Treasure Chest.

ARIOCARPUS RETUSUS — htw. An odd Cactus, as
though thick metallic stars had been piled twistedly in
many layers. Translucent white blossoms, pink-flushed.
Pkt. 25c.

CARNEGIA GIGANTEA — htw. Giant Tree Cactus. Branch¬
ing candelabra form, to eventually some fifty feet at 250
years of age. White blossoms; rich, sweet fruits. 8 seeds
for 25c.

CEPHALOCEREUS SENILIS— htw. Old Man Cactus.
Fantastic plants covered with shaggy white hair. 10 seeds
for 25c; 45 seeds for $1.00.

CEREUS CHILOENSIS — htw. A column Cactus, strongly
ribbed and spined, with big white trumpet-flowers. Pkt. 20c.

CEREUS DUMORTIERI— htw. A five-ribbed columnar
Cactus of a delicate apple-green coloring. Makes fine pot
specimen. White flowers. 15 seeds for 25c; 50 for 75c.

CEREUS GRANDIFLORUS — htw. Magnificent twining
Cactus, with vanilla-scented white blossoms a foot across,
at night. 10 seeds for 25c; 45 seeds for $1.00.

CEREUS MARGINATUS — htw. Pipe Organ Cactus. Up¬
right columns of deep olive, five-ribbed, each rib margin set
closely with tiny spines and tufts of tawny wool. Base¬
branching. Brown-purple flowers. 10 seeds for 20c.

ECHINOCACTUS GRUSSONI— htw. Golden Globe Cac¬
tus. The ribbed green balls are hidden in interlocking
radiations of golden spines. Showy red and yellow flowers.
Pkt. 20c.

ECHINOCACTUS POLYANCISTRUS— rhl2(htw). Cy¬
lindrical ribbed stems, conspicuous in shining white armor
of needle-like spines. Clustered flowers open rosy purple,
changing to crimson. Red fruits. Hardy to zero. 15 seeds
for 25c; 50 for 75c.

ECHINOCACTUS WISLIZENI— htw. Cylindric plants of
eventual barrel-like dimensions. Gray bristles, with central
thorns of rose. Showy yellow flowers. Cactus candy is
made from this species. 10 seeds, 20c.

ECHINOCEREUS REI CHEN BACH I — htw. Merry Widow
Cactus. Enormous flowers of feathery pink. Branching,
spreading, globose columns of white spiny laciness. Easy
and satisfactory for pot culture. Near hardy. Pkt. 15c.

ECHINOCEREUS VIRIDIFLORUS— rfh(3) 15. Branched
stem-cylinders; pale green flowers. Hardy. Pkt. 15c.

ECHINOPSIS CAMPYLACANTHA— htw. Ridged, elongate
globes, with star-shaped clusters of brown spines. Large
flowers of pale rose, with yellow stamens. 15 seeds for 25c.

HAMATOCACTUS SETISPINUS — htw. Free-blooming
Cactus, with big yellow blossoms for months. Oval plants
with spiral ridges. Pkt. 25c.

HARRISIA NASHI — htw. Elongated columns, with large
and showy white flowers. West Indies. Pkt. 20c.

MAMMILLARIA CANDIDA — htw. Lace Cactus. Elongated
knobby globes, covered with a filmy mantle of interlaced
white spines. Pink blossoms. Dainty. Pkt. 25c.

MAMMILLARIA LONGIMAMMA — htw. Many elongated
green knobs, each ending in a tuft of spines. Handsome
citron-yellow flowers. 10 seeds for 25c.

MAMMILLARIA UNCINATA — htw. A particularly easy
Cactus. Spiny blue-green globes, with profuse, feathery
blossoms of rosy purple. Pkt. 20c.

MAMMILLARIA VIVIPARA — rh(3). Fully winter hardy
Cactus for the rock garden. Makes spiny, knobby cushions
that group to form great mounds. Blossoms of vivid, radiant
rose in mid-summer. 10 seeds for 15c; 50 for 60c.

MELOCACTUS LEMAIREI— htw. Turk’s Head. Rare.
Ridged globes with odd cylindrical crown or cap. Pkt. 25c.

NEOBESSEYA MISSOURIENSIS — rh. Winter-hardy
cushion Cactus. Buff amber blossoms, glowing red fruits.
Rare. Pkt. 20c.

OFFER 139B7 — One pkt. each of above for $4.25.
PHYLLOCACTUS — Listed in the Treasure Chest.

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♦CALANDRINIA CAULESCENS— eonx(l-2)20. Flowers
like rose-purple velvet, vivid in sunshine. Profuse. Nat¬
uralizes well in dry open places. Leaves edible, salads and
greens. Pkt. 5c; 54 o z. 30c.

CALLA PALUSTRIS — nmh(2) 10. Pretty, hardy aquatic.
Enamel-white spathe, scarlet berries. Pkt. 20c.
CALLIRHOE PAPAVER— *eurdx(3-4) 12. Poppy Mallow.
Immense cups of brilliant rose. Cuts well. Pkt. 15c.
CALOCHORTUS AUREUS — ufrstzy(2)7. Dwarf, but
large flowered; deep yellow with touch of purple. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS EXCAVATUS— A blue-flowered Arizona
hill species. No other data. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS LILACINUS — ufcrmzy( 1)8. Fragrant
and fluffy open lilac stars. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS LUTEUS— ufcrmzy (2) 18. Cream to deep
yellow, marked rich brown. Pkt. 15c.

CALOCHORTUS VESTA — ufcbzy (2)20. Superb flowers,
tinted white, marked rose or violet. Clay. Pkt, 15c.
CALOCHORTUS VESTA ROSE PINK— Splendid selec¬
tion, showing delicate pink shadings. Pkt. 15c.
CALYCANTHUS FLORIDUS— qk(l). 8 ft. Sweet Shrub.
Chocolate flowers. Aromatic. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 30c.

CAMPANULA BARBATA — erbx (3)8-20. Glorious dan¬
gling bells of china-blue. Lovely. Variable. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA CARNICA— erx(3) 15. A graceful, airy

thicket of blue-bells. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA CARPATICA — erbx(3)18. Big lonesome
bells of blue, sky-looking. Pkt. 10c.

CAMPANULA COCHLEARIFOLIA — erx(3)8. Likely a
C. Bellardi variety. Good, anyway. Pkt. 15c.
CAMPANULA DIVARICATA — erbnstx(2-3)36. Tall plants
with divergent branches, hung with pale blue bells. Small
flowered, but showy by reason of numbers. Pkt. 10c.
CAMPANULA LACTIFLORA — ecb(3)50. Great heads of
countless white to pale blue blossoms. Pkt. 15c.
CAMPANULA MACRANTHA — ebnstx(3)40. Pkt. 15c.
CAMPANULA OLYMPICA— eotbx(3)25. Violet. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA PATULA — ebnx(2-3)36. Loose showers of
luminous lilac rose star-bells on wiry stems. Biennial.
Pkt. 20c.

CAMPANULA PORTENSCHLAGIANA — erx (3) 9. Pk. 20c.

CAMPANULA RADDEANA — erx(3) 10. Glorious violet
bells above glossy leaves. Pkt. 20c.

CAMPANULA RAPUNCULUS — eotnx(3)36. Racemes of
lilac blossoms. Leaves and radish-like roots used for salads,
or roots may be cooked. Pkt. 10c.

CAMPANULA ROTUND I FOLIA — erx (3) 18. The grace¬
ful and airy Bluebell. Infinitely variable. Pkt. 15c; fg
oz. 50c.

CAMPANULA SARM ATICA— erbx (2) 18. Silver blue.Pk.15c.
CAMPANULA THESSALONICA — erx(3-4)12. Exceed¬
ingly airily, bushy little plants, mantled with a glory of up-
facing lavender bells. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

CAMPANULA TURBIN AT A — erx (3) 5. Gray tufted fol¬
iage, and great saucer-flowers of pale blue. Pkt. 15c.

CAMPANULA VERSICOLOR— erbx (2) 16. Pkt. 25c.

CARAGANA ARBORESCENS— jh(2). 20 ft. Yellow flow¬
ered. Hardy. Specimens or hedges. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.
CARAGANA FRUTEX— qh 10 ft. Yellow. Russia. Pkt. 10c.
CARICA PAPAYA — ehtw(9). Handsome quick pot or tub
plants of palm-like form, bearing edible melon-like fruits.

Open ground, of course, far south. Pkt. 15c.

CARLINA ACAULIS — erh(3)6. Curious plants with enor¬
mous white flowers above glossy, spiny rosettes. Pkt. 25c.
CARNATION BROWN VELVET— ecbh(3) 18. Fine fra¬
grant garden sort, of unique coloring. Pkt. 20c.

CARNATION THOUSAND BEAUTIES — ecbh(3)16.

Blend of pink, rose and salmon shades. Garden. Pkt. 20c.
CARPOBROTUS CHILENSIS— htw(r). Trailer with leaf-
spikes of succulent dark green, triangular, shining. Showy
purple flowers. Pot plant, or plunge in hot, dry rockery.

Pkt. 15c.

CARUM OREGANUM — Grown for the edible aromatic
roots, good fried in butter, or baked. Pkt. 15c.

CARY OPTERIS INCANA— *ecfb (4)36. Showy whorls of
clear fluffy blue, daintiest pink, or pearly white. Long in

bloom. Fine. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

CASSIA ABYSSINICA — htw. Rare species with handsome
panicles of yellow bloom. Pkt. 35c.

CASSIA MARI LAN DIC A — bnmh(3)50. Racemes of bright
yellow. Pkt. 10c.

CASSIA MEDSGIRI — ebndh(3)50. Cascades of yellow
flowers with chocolate anthers. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 30c.
CASTILLEIA SP. — nmy(2)20. Indian Paint Brush. A
vivid splash of scarlet and buff. Not easy. Pkt. 15c.

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CATALPA BIGNONOIDES — jk. 30 ft. Fine, rather formal,
ornamental tree. Pkt. 10c; *4 oz. 25c.

CATALPA SPECIOSA — jk. 100 ft. Ornamental white and
gold blossoms. Also quick growing for posts, ties, fuel,
etc. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 40c; 54 lb. $1.10.
CAULOPHYLLUM THALICTROIDES — bnsth(2)20.
Little purple flowers; brilliant blue berries. Pkt. 10c.
CEANOTHUS AMERICANUS— qdsth(3)36. Fluffy clus¬
ters of creamy bloom. Leaves used as tea. Pkt. 10c.

CEANOTHUS PROSTRATUS— rgsty (2)8. Evergreen mats
of “holly” leaves, dainty lavender balls above. Pkt. 20c.

CEDRUS LIBANI — jk. 80 ft. Cedar of Lebanon. Stately,
rugged, wide-spreading evergreen. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

CELASTRUS SCANDENS — vy. 20 ft. Bittersweet or
Waxwork. Long-hanging orange fruits. Pkt. 15c.

CELMISIA CORIACEA — rbh(3)20. Big white daisies on
branched downy scapes above silvery foliage. From South
Island of New Zealand. Pkt. 20c.

CELMISIA SPECTABILIS — rbh (3)20. Silvery white daisies
of large size on plants tufted with tawny wool. Mountains
of New Zealand. Pkt. 20c.

CENTAUREA ALPINA — ebh(3)36. Showy. Yellow. Pk. 20c.
CENTAUREA ARENARIA— *ecbndx (2-3) 40. Fluffy lilac-
lavender blossoms. Bushy. Pkt. 15c; & oz. 25c.
CENTAUREA BIEBERSTEINI — *ecbndx(4)30. Profuse

lavender tassels. Silvery tomentose. Pkt. 15c; tV oz. 25c.
CENTAUREA ERIOPHORA— Botanical. Pkt. 10c.
CENTAUREA GRIESBACHI — *ebx(2)25. Creamy flower-
tassels, edged lacy lavender. Bushy. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA JACEA — ecbx(2)36. Large, doubled, fringed
flowers of lavender-violet. Diffuse. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA KOTSCHYANA — ecbx(2-3)36. Buds in
brown net-work open to cream-white blossoms, with rosy
purple ray florets. Good. Pkt. !5c.

*CENTAUREA LIPPI — eocb(3)24. Gold Tassel. Little
fluffy tassels of richest yellow. Spiny. Pkt. 15c.
CENTAUREA LUGDUNENSIS— Pkt. 10c.

CENTAUREA MACULOSA — *cbndh(3)50. Innumerable
blossoms of whirling lavender laciness. Bushy. Pkt. 15c.
CENTAUREA MACULOSA WHIRLWIND — Here the
blossoms are tassels of ivory, edged with lace of silvery
whiteness. A rare delight. Pkt. 25c.

CENTAUREA MELANOCEPHALA — ecbx(3)25. Pretty
blossoms of lavender-purole doubleness. Pkt. 15c.
CENTAUREA NEMORIALIS— Pkt. 10c.

CENTAUREA NERVOSA— Pkt. 10c.

CENTAUREA NIGRA — :':ecbx (2)25. Showy double blos¬
soms of bright thistle-purple. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA OXYLEPES — Only technical distinction be¬
tween this and Centaurea jacea. Pkt. 15c.

CENTAUREA SALONITANA— No data. Pkt. 10c.

LARGER “GROUP” PACKAGES, each containing
three regular packets, all one kind, will be supplied
those wishing to make bigger sowings, according to
this scale; pkt. price 10c, “group” pkg. 25c; pkt.
price 15c, “group” pkg. 35c; pkt. price 20c, “group”
pkg. 50c, pkt. price 25c, “group” pkg. 60c. When
regular pkt. is 5c, the “group” pkg. will contain
four smaller pkts., and will sell for 15c. Remember,
all in my one “group” pkg. must be same variety.
No exceptions.

CENTRANTHUS ANGUSTIFOLIUS— *erbx(3)16. Grace¬
fully carried clusters of exquisite rose-coral. Pkt. 15c.
CEPHALANTHUS OCCIDENTALIS — qmatx(3). 7 ft.
Odd fluffy creanjy flower-balls. Good. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 20c.
CEP HAL ARIA ALPINA — ecbh(3)40. Soft yellow Scab-
iosa-flowers. Hardy. Plant with purple Campanula. Pkt. 10c.
CEPHALARIA CENTAURO IDES— Pkt. 10c.

CEP HAL ARIA LEUC ANTH A— bx (5) 40. Large fluffy flow¬
ers of creamy white. Pkt. 20c.

*CEPH ALARIA SYRIACA — eob(2-3)30. A likeable annual
with pretty flower-heads of lucent lavender. Pkt. 25c.

*CEP HAL ARIA TRANSYLVANICA— eob(3-4)36. Little
flowers of pale blue-lilac. Pkt. 20c.

CEPHALARIA TATARICA — ecbh(3)72. Hardy perennials
of easiest culture, _ with blossoms like giant cream-rich
Scabiosas. For striking effects. Pkt. 10c.
CERATOSTIGMA PLUMBAGINOIDES — rh(y) (3-5) 10.
Bushy little plants, filled for many weeks with blossoms of
sun-dazzling blue. Seeds scarce and minute, clinging to
the chaff, so packets will be mostly trash, but there will be
always some seed there. Pkt. 20c.

CERCIS CANADENSIS — jk ( 1 ) . 30 ft. Redbud. Branches
wreathed in rosiness before the leaves. Pkt. 10c; 54

oz. 25c; 1 oz. 75c.

CH AENORRH INUM GLAREOSUM — *er(8)4. Delightful
tiny lilac snapdragons above waxy foliage. Pkt. 15c.

CHAENORRHINUM ORIGAN I FOLIUM — *er(8)8.
Myriad baby snapdragons, royal purple. Recommended.
Pk 1 5 c •

CHAM AEG Y PARIS THYOIDES— jh 75 ft. White Cedar.
Handsome hardy evergreen for moist places. Pkt. 10c.
CHAMAEDAPHNE CALYCULATA — qfmath(l)30. Cas¬
sandra. Horizontal sprays of pendant white bells. Pkt. 15c.
CHAPTALIA TOMENTOSA — rbcsth(2)15. Big nodding
daisies, one to a stem, palest lilac to deep purple, over
rosettes of downy leaves. Rare. Good. Pkt. 20c.
CHELIDONIUM LACINIATUM — ebstx(2)30. Pkt. 15c.
CHELONE GLABRA — bnmaty(3-4)36. Tinted white turtle-
head flowers. Rather odd. Pkt. 15c.

CHENOPODIUM BONUS-HENRICUS — ex30. Young
shoots used as asparagus, leaves like spinach. Hardy per¬
ennial. Pkt. 10c.

CHIMAPHILA MACULATA — rnatsth(2) 10. Pipsissewa.
Fragrant blossoms, pink-flushed cream, above marbled ever¬
green leaves. Pkt. 20c.

CHIONANTHUS VIRGINICA — jy(l-2). 30 ft. Hand¬

some racemes of long-fringed white blossoms. Pkt. 10c.
CHIONODOXA LUCILAE — urnzy(l)6. Sky blue blossoms
with milk-white centers. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.
CHIONODOXA LUCILAE ROSEA — Soft rose. Rare.
Pkt. 20c.

CHLOROGALUM AN GUSTI FOLIUM — ufzy (2) 18. Pk. 15c.
CHORIZEMA CORDATUM — htv^. Orange scarlet. Pkt. 25c.
♦CHRYSANTHEMUM CARINATUM GLADSTONE —
eocbx (4-5) 28. Big single flowers cf soft cream, each carry¬
ing a wide band of velvety purple-maroon, this color dom¬
inating the effect. Fern foliage. Pkt. 10c.
CHRYSANTHEMUM CORYMBOSUM— bdh(4)40. White.
J?kt» 13c *

♦CHRYSANTHEMUM M YCONIS— eocbny (3-4)24. Rich¬
est yellow crown-shaped blossoms. Early, profuse, and
highly effective. Portugal. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.
CHRYSOBACTRON HOOKERI — cbmh(2)36. Tall spikes
of deep yellow lily-like flowers. Pkt. 20c.

CHRYSOCOMA COMA-AUREA— Pkt. 15c.

CHRYSOPSIS GRAMINIFOLIA — bnh(5)25. Pretty little
yellow daisies in open panicles. Pkt. 151c.

CHRYSOPSIS MARIANA — cbdnh(4)25. Golden Aster
Large flowers of richest yellow, like splendid Fall Asters.
Extraordinarily good. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.

CICHORUM INTYBUS — enbh(3)50. Large blossoms of
vivid Cornflower blue. Pkt. 10c.

CIMICIFUGA RACEMOSA — cbnsth(3)72. Fluffy spikes
of creamy flowers. Handsome foliage. Shade. Pkt. 15c.
CINERARIA ANNUAL — See Senecio arenarius.

CISTIS LAURIFOLIUS— qbltk(h) (2-3). 6 ft. Rock Rose.
Gold-splashed blossoms of silky white. Shrub. Pkt. 20c.
CITRUS TRIFOLIATA — jk. 20 ft. True Hardy Orange,
not edible. Glossy leaves, snowy blossoms, golden fruits.
Specimens or hedge. Hardy at Boston. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 35c
CLADRASTIS LUTEA— jk. 50 ft. Yellow-wood. Hand¬
some tree with clustered white bloom. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 30c.

CLEMATIS ARISTATA — vstatfy(5) 10 ft. Rare Tasmanian
evergreen species. Fragrant white stars. Pkt. 25c.
CLEMATIS CAM PAN ULI FLORA — vy. Blue. Pkt. 15c.
CLEMATIS DOUGLASI — bstly (2)24. Erect plants, hung
with purple bells. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS FUSCA — vy 7 ft. Manchurian species with
attractive “autumn brown” flowers. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS LIGUSTICIFOLIA — vclty(4) . 20 ft. Pure

white. Profuse. Of iron-clad hardiness. Pkt. 15c.
CLEMATIS PANICULATA — vstclty(4). 15 ft. Airy,
creamy, perfumed flowers in greatest profusion. Pkt. 10c.
CLEMATIS PUBESCENS— vfy(3) 8 ft. Waxy blossoms,
white or creamy. Good. Mexico. Pkt. 15c.

CLEMATIS RETICULATA — vy. Purple urn-flowers.
“Blonde” seed-plumes of an attractiveness. Pkt. 10c.
CLEMATIS TROUTBECKIANA — vy (3) 9 ft. Recurved
lavender urns, with pink reflections. Only year-old seed
available. Should grow, with patience. Pkt. 15c.

READ ABOUT BOOKS — My Special Book List,
sent on request, describes in interesting fashion, with
pungent comments, a large assortment of books. No
attempt has been made to confine the offerings only
to horticultural books, but any book that might
appeal to the kind of person who likes to garden,
may be included. _

CLERODENDRON FALLAX — htw(8). Great showy
panicles of brilliant scarlet bloom. Recommended. Pkt. 15c.
CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA — qmatsth(3). 10 ft. Richly fra¬
grant, feathery white spikes. Handsome, adaptable. Pkt. 10c.
CLINTONIA BOREALIS — rnsy(l) 15. Creamy flowers,
then berries of prussian-blue. Pkt. 15c.

CLINTONIA UNIFLORA — mmatst(2)8. Daintiest snowy
stars, up-looking, gold-centered. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

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CODONOPSIS OVATA — *erbx(3)10. Inflated bells of

lightened sky-blue. Downy. Good. Pkt. 15c.

♦COLLINSIA VERNA — eonmatsk(y) (1) 10. Blue-eyed
Mary. Dainty, pretty, blue and white flowers. Effective
naturalized in shade. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 50c.

♦COLLOMIA GRANDIFLORA — eobk(3)20. Pretty, clus¬
tered, long-tubed stars, soft buff to salmon apricot. Pkt. 10c.

♦COLLOMIA LINEARIS — eobk(3)16. Here the blossoms
vary from pink to rose. Rather rare. Pkt. 15c.

COMMELINA CLANDESTINA— Pkt. 10c.

CONOSTYLIS CANDICANS— No data. Pkt. 15c.

COMPTONIA ASPLENIFOLIA — qatdsth(9) 36. Sweet

Fern. Shrubs with aromatic fern foliage. Pkt. 15c.

CONANDRON RAMONDIOIDES — ufrastx(htw) (2) 10.
Purple and gold “Shooting-stars,” Pkt. 15c.

CONVALLARIA MAJALIS — cgrnatsty (2) 10. Lily of the
Valley. Perfumed dainty white bells. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 40c.

CONVOLVULUS MAURITANICUS— rfx(3-4) 6. Delight¬
ful rockery or porch-box trailer. Blue cascades. Pkt. 15c.

♦CONVOLVULUS MINOR ROSEUS— eodx(3-4) 10. Up-
facing Morning-glories of bright rose, on dwarf, runnerless
plants. Edgings or bedding. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 20c.

-CONVOLVULUS SICULUS — eox. Tiny flowers of pale
lilac. Window-box drapery. Pkt. 15c.

♦CONVOLVULUS SPLENDENS— eovk (3-4) 96. Splendid
Morning-glory ; giant flowers, rose-pink or velvet purple.
Pkt. 15c.

♦CORCHOROPSIS CRENATA — ensth (2-3)20. Much-
branched plants, with little “pin-wheel” flowers of soft
yellow. For shade naturalizing. Japan. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 20c.

♦COREOPSIS CARDAMINEFOLIA — eocbx (3)25. Flow¬
ers of richest velvet maroon mantle the plant. Pkt. 10c.

COREOPSIS MAJOR — ecbsth(2)36. Giant flowers of
glossy yellowness. Bears light shade. Likes sand. Pkt. 15c.

COREOPSIS TRIPTERIS — *ecbnx (4-5)40. Pale yellow,
with dark center. Pkt. 15c.

COROKIA CHEESMANI — qy 9 ft. Ornamental New
Zealand shrub with yellow flowers and fruits. Pkt. 15c.

CORONILLA VALENTINA— qbfy(2-3)40. Pkt. 15c.

CORONILLA VAR I A — bh(3)25. Pink. Pkt. 15c.
CORTUSA MATTHIOLI — rfsmy(l)6. Loose showers of
pendant rosy bells. Lovely. Pkt. 20c.

♦CORYDALIS FLAVULA — onstx(2)12. Incised foliage,
and dainty little yellow blossoms. Pkt. 10c.

♦CORYDALIS MICRANTHA— onsx(2)10. Yellow. Pkt. 10c.
CORYDALIS NOBILIS — rsth(2) 10. White. Pkt. 15c.
CORYDALIS SOLIDA — ursth(2)10. Purple. Pkt. 15c.
♦COSMOS ORANGE FLARE — eocbk(3-4) 50. Big flowers
of gold-orange vividness. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 25c.

COSMOS — See also Bidens.

COSTUS SPECIOSUS — utw36. White and yellow flower,
red-bracted. Lance shaped leaves. Pkt. 15c.
COTONEASTER BUXIFOLIA — qrby25. Densely branched
and leafed. White flowers, red berries. Pkt. 15c.
COTONEASTER DIVARICATA— qby 6 ft. Dark decidu¬
ous leaves, pink flowers, red fruits. Pkt. 10c.
COTONEASTER HORIZONTALUS— qrby36. Spreading.
Pink flowers, red fruits, crimson fall foliage. Pkt. 10c.
COTULA CORONOPIFOLIA — *erfx(2-4)8. Brass-button-
flowers above jagged, succulent, bronzy foliage. Pkt. 15c.
COWANIA STAN SBU RIAN A — qbh(2)40. Evergreen shrub,
with rose-like creamy flowers. Pkt. 15c.

CRATAEGUS CORDATA — jy. 20 ft. Washington Thorn.
White flowers, red fruits, crimson fall foliage. Pkt. 10c.
CRAWFURDIA TRINERVIS — rby. Japanese Climbing
Gentian. Large purple flowers. Pkt. 15c.

CREPIS VIRENS — ;:!enk(3)24. Pretty flowers of double
yellow, a bit on the Dandelion order. Pkt. 10c.

CROCUS SPECIOSUS — urnzy(4)6. Lilac, feathered darker.
Large flower. Pkt. 25c.

♦C ROTO LARI A SPECTABILIS — eobk(3-4)50. Pkt. 5c.
♦CRUCIANELLA STYLOSA— orx(2-3) 12. Pretty crim¬
son-pink flowers in terminal clusters. Pkt. 10c.
CRYPTOMERIA JAPONICA— jk. 125 ft. The magnificent
Temple Evergreen of Japan. Pkt. 10c.

♦CUPHEA PETIOLATA — eonk(3-5)18. Lilac. Pkt. 10c.
♦CUPHEA PROCUMBENS — eonk(3-5)16. Curious spidery
flowers, lavender, marked purple. Pkt. 10c.

CYNANCHUM ACUTUM — evx(3-4) 10 ft. Ornamental

vine, flowers cream to rose. Probably hardy. Pkt 15c
CYDONIA JAPONICA— qy(l). 8 ft. Japan Quince. Bril¬
liant rose to crimson. Vivid. Early. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 40c.
CYDONIA M AULEI — qy(l)28. Flowers of vivid orange
scarlet very early; then yellow fruits. Pkt. 15c.

CYNOGLOSSUM ZEYLANICUM— *ebfk(2-3)36. Pkt. 15c.
CYNTHIA VIRGINICA — erbnx(2)20. Most showy double
flowers of rich orange. Glaucous rosettes. Pkt. 10c.
CYRTANTHUS BLEND— euthtzw(7)20. Ifafa Lily. The
above and other “sealing-wax” colors, including chrome,
tawny buff, cinnabar and crimson. Pkt. 20c.

DAHLIA GIANT DOUBLE— *euftcb(4-5) 60. Saved from
fine named sorts; giants of rare coloring. Pkt. 20c.

DAHLIA NEW MINIATURE — *euftcb(4-5)24. Semi¬
double. Charming colorings. Wonderful for bedding. Pkt. 20c.

*D AS Y STOMA FLA VA— ocdatsty (2) 30. “Foxgloves” of
richest glossy yellowness, in branched spikes. Sow near
Oak-trees. Where happy, both Dasystomas will naturalize.
Pkt. 15c.

♦DASYSTOMA PEDICULARIS— ocdatst(3-4)36. Golden

Foxglove. Most showy blossoms of citron yellow, bronze
shaded. Thrives best near Oaks. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c.
♦DATURA AEGYPTICA— eonx(3)40. Lavender. Pkt. 5c.
♦DATURA CHLORANTHA— eo(3-4)40. Big yellow flow¬
ers, trumpet-in-trumpet. Fragrant. Odd. Pkt. 5c.
♦DATURA QUERCIFOLIA — eonx(3)40. White. Pkt. 5c.
DATURA REGIA — Giant purple trumpets. Rare. Pkt. 30c.
DATURA SUAVEOLENS — See Brugmansia suaveolens.
•DATURA TATULA — eonk(3-5)40. Big bushy plants, with
violet-tinted trumpet flowers. Pkt. 5c; Y\ oz. 25c.

DELPHINIUM ALBESCENS— ercbdnh (2-3) 28. Pkt. 10c.
DELPHINIUM BRUNONJANUM — rh(3)25. Musk-fra¬
grant blossoms, light blue with dark margins. Himalayas.
Pkt* 25c

DELPHINIUM BICOLOR— erh(3) 18. Blue. Pkt. 15c.
DELPHINIUM DICTYOCARPUM— ecbx(2-4)26. Spurred
purple flowers with downy “bee.” Caucasus. Pkt. 15c.
DELPHINIUM EX ALT AT UM — bnsth(3) 50. Blue. Pkt. 15c.
♦DELPHINIUM GAYANUM — eocnx(2-3)36. Violet, vary¬
ing to rose, pink and white. Close to D. consolida. Pkt. 10c.
DELPHINIUM HESPERIUM — cbltdh(2) 36. Open blos¬
som-spikes rich blue usually, but varying at times to pink
or white. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM MACROCENTRUM — cbh(3)72. The
Emerald Delphinium. Blossom color varies from deep sea-
green to blue-green, peacock-blue and cobalt. Rare. Kenya.
Pkt. 25c.

DELPHINIUM MENZIESI — rdh(2)20. Long-spurred,
dark blue blossoms. Bushy plants. A treasure. Pkt. 15c.
DELPHINIUM PALMATUM — *ecbh(3) 36. Fine spurred
blossoms, lavender, violet or indigo. Bee. Pkt. 20c.
DELPHINIUM PARI SHI — crbdh(2) 30. Blossoms varying
from soft lavender to lively sky-blue are carried in loose
racemes. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM TRICORNE — rh(2)18. Ultramarine,

upper petals marked yellow. Pkt. 15c.

DELPHINIUM TRISTE — rbh (3-4)25. Flowers deep brown,
suffused red. Slow to germinate. Pkt. 20c.

In the beginning we try to make over nature to fit
our plantings. Later, we accept inevitability with
whatever grace our temperament may permit, and fit
our plantings to nature.

DENDROMECON RIGIDA— qfy (3-5) 10 ft. Giant Tree
Poppy. Golden flower-cups. Evergreen. Pkt. 20c.
DENTARIA DIGITATA — Charming lavender-rose. Pkt. 15c.
DESMODIUM CANADENSE — ecbdnh(3)50. Branching
panicles of showy rose-lilac. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c.
DESMODIUM NUDIFLORUM — ecbndh(4)40. Airy open
panicles of fine blue-lavender. Pkt. 10c.

DIANTHUS ATRORUBENS— ecrbx(2)24. Close terminal
clusters of most gorgeous crimson. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS BARBATUS — ecbx(2)24. Sweet William,
single-flowered. Excellent mixture. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 20c.
DIANTHUS CAPITATUS— rbh(2)12. Crimson. Pkt. 20c.
DIANTHUS DELTOIDES — erx(2) 10. Multitudinous blos¬
soms of vivid rose. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c; 54 oz. 40c.
DIANTHUS FRAGRANS — erbx(2)10. Sweetly perfumed,
fringy blossoms, white or creamy pink. Pkt. 15c.
DIANTHUS GIGANTEUS— ebh(3)36. A showy Goliath,
with spectacular rose-violet flower clusters. Pkt. 20c.
DIANTHUS GRIESBACHI — erx(2)6. Deep rose, carmine
zoned, and white dotted. Good. Pkt. 25c.

DIANTHUS MONSPESSULANUS — erx(3)10. Deeply
fringed in varied pinks, always with dark eye. Late. Pkt. 25c.
DIANTHUS PYRIDICOLUS— erbx(2)10. Much fringed
fragrant blossoms of white, flesh and deep pink, above sil¬
vered foliage. Some question of indentification, but excellent
garden strain, anyway. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 20c; 54 oz. 30c.
DIANTHUS REUTERI — erx(3)10. Clustered blossoms of
lively rose on many spreading stems. Pkt. 20c.

DIANTHUS SPECIOSUS — ecrbx(2)12. Big blossoms of
rose pink, excessively fringed and richly sweet. Pkt. 15c.

DIANTHUS SQUARROSUS— ecrbx(2)16. Large deeply
pink blossoms, with petals of shredded laciness. Pkt. 15c.

DIANTHUS VIRGINEUS— ecbx(3)20. Fragrant. Often
double. White to rose. Near Carnation. Pkt. 20c.

DIAPENSIA LAPPONICA — ry(l)2. Close gray-green
mats, set freely with lovely wide, white stars. Pkt. 20c.

DICENTRA CUCULLARIA — Dutchman’s Breeches. Pkt.
15c.

DICENTRA EXIMIA — erbnsth (2) 16. Plume Bleeding

Heart. Sprays of rosy hearts above fern foliage. Pkt. 15c.

DIPLACUS AURANTIACUS — qfdx(2)36. Handsome flow¬
ers, maize yellow to apricot buff. Pkt. 25c.

DIPSACUS MIXED — ecnbh. Tall, robust herbs with
curious but decorative, pale lilac heads. Pkt. 10c.

DISPORUM HOOKERI — rbnmsty (1)20. Maize-yellow
flower bells; later berries of brilliant orange. Pkt. 15c.

DISPORUM BLEND — rbnmsty(l-2)20. Fairy Bells. Cream
to buff bells, then orange or crimson berries. Pkt. 15c.

DODECATHEON ALPINUM— rmh (2) 10. Dainty Shoot¬
ing Star of mountain meadows. Blossoms of purple, yellow-
banded. Pkt. 20c.

DODECATHEON HUGERI — crnsty(l)20. Fragrant white
Shootingstar. Pkt. 20c.

DpDECATHEON PAUCIFLORUM — ry(2)8. Delightful
lititle Shootingstar, with amethystine blossoms. Pkt. 20c.

DOLICHOS LIGNOSUS — vx 8 ft. Australian Pea. Rapid¬
growing perennial vine for the south. Showy purple and
white bloom. Not hardy north. Pkt. 10c. '

DOLL’S POWDER PUFF — Unidentified Ethiopian plant
for sunny rockery, with blossoms that are fluffy tufts of
opalescent blue-pink blendings. Pkt. 25c.

DORONICUM AUSTRIACUM — cbsty(2-3)48. Brilliantly

showy deep yellow daisies of large size. Pkt. 20c.

DRABA ALTAICA — rx(l)10. Prodigal sprays of dainty

white. Pkt. 20c.

DRABA KOTSCHYI — rx(l)5. Pretty dwarfs, white-sheeted
in April. From Transylvania. Pkt. 20c.

DRACOCEPHALUM AUSTRIACUM— erbx(3)24. Giant
blue snapdragons on fine-foliaged stems. Pkt. 15c.

ECHIUM BOURGEANUM— ebfx(3) 10 ft. Rose. Pkt. 15c.

ELAEOCARPUS DENTATUS— jy. 20 ft. Called “Tree
Lily of Valley.” New Zealand. Pkt. 15c.

ELDERBERRY, BLACK-FRUITED— qy84. Sweet black
berries, edible. Pkt. 10c.

♦EMMENANTHE PEN DU LI FLORA — eodk(2) 10. Whis¬
pering Bells. Pendant creamy bells, that dry and whisper
in the breeze. Pkt. 15c.

EPILOBIUM ADNATUM — *ernx(3)10. Tiny, pink, Pk. 10c.
EPILOBIUM AN GUSTI FOLIUM — bndstx(3)30. Bright

flowers of rose purple, yellow anthered. Pkt. 10c.
EPILOBIUM LATIFOLIUM — ermx(2)8. Many wide
flowers of purple rosiness. For streamsides. Pkt. 15c.
EPILOBIUM MACROPUS — rx. Big blossoms of rich

purple. Rather of a creeper. Pkt. 15c.

ERANTHIS HIEMALIS — ury(l)5. Golden flowers, green-
ruffed, in earliest possible spring, Pkt. 15c.

ERANTHIS PINNATIFIDA — ury(l)6. Pearly white
blossoms. New species. Pkt. 20e.

ERIGENIA BULBOSA — urnsth(l)6. Harbinger of Spring.
Pretty clusters of dainty, tiny white blossoms. Earliest
flower to bloom. Pkt. 15c.

ERIGERON HYBRIDUS — *Dainty fine-rayed daisies in
many delicate colorings. Pkt. 15c.

ERIGERON RADICATUS — rh(2)3— Rare alpine. Gray
tuffets, with big lavender daisies on two-inch stems. Pkt. 25c.
ERIOCAULON MIXED — nm(8)25. Powdery white flow¬
er-heads on wiry stems. Attractive aquatic. Pkt. 15c.
ERIOGONUM NUDUM — Great lemon yellow sprays.
IPkt 15c

♦ERIOGONUM VIMINEUM — eordk(3)6. Pretty little
annual, with spikes of rose pink. Pkt. 15c.

ERIOPH YLLUM CAESPITOSUM— rdx(2)8. Handsomely
odd, cut, powdered foliage. Showy golden asters above.
Called Sunshine Flower. Pkt. 15c.

ERIOPH YLLUM PEDUNCULATUM — rdh(2)10. An¬
other Sunshine Flower, taller, with entire leaves. Pkt. 15c.
♦ESCHSCHOLTZIA TENUIFOLIA — eorn(2-3) 6. An ex¬
quisite miniature for the rockery. Tiny lemon cups. Pkt. 15c.
EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS — htw. Blue Gum. Grown as
specimen pot plant for decorative effect. Pkt. 15c.
EUONYMUS ALATUS — qy 8 ft. Curiously winged branches
that bear little yellow flowers in May. Crimson fall foliage
Handsome, long-hanging fruits of bright orange scarlet.
Hardy and attractive. Pkt. 10c.

EUONYMUS PATENS — qy 10 ft. Handsome shrub. Pk. 15c.
EUONYMUS RADICANS — q(v)y. Evergreen shrubs with
procumbent tendencies, often trailing or climbing. Pink

fruits. Valued ground cover, particularly where English
Ivy is not hardy. Pkt. 10c; Y\ o z. 25c.

EUPATORIUM COELESTINUM — crbnsth(3-4)24. Mist
Flower. Soft fluffy blue flowers. Airy. Profuse. Splendid
for cutting. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 50c.

EUPATORIUM FRASERI — cbnsth(3-4) 36. Attractive
fluffy flowers of pure white. Pkt. 10c.

EUPATORIUM M AC U LATUM — cbnh(3-4)36. Feathery,
plumy heads, rose-pink to purple. Pkt. 10c; Yg oz. 30c.

EUPHORBIA IPECACUAHANAE— rndath(9)4. Foliage
plant for sun and sand. Leaves may be linear or oval, and
coloring bronze, deepest maroon, or green. Hardy. Pkt. 20c.

EUPHRASIA BROWNI — rsth(3)12. Tasmanian rarity;
“Snap-dragons,” purple and white. Pkt. 25c.

EUTHAMIA TEN U I FOLIA — rndh (4)20. Sprays of misty,
primrose bloom. Airy effect. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 30c.

*EUTOCA LINEARIS — ox(2)10. Sprays of violet-blue.
Very early. Pkt. 15c.

*EUTOCA VISCIDA — ox (2) 18. Close spikes of delightful
lavender blossoms. Early-blooming. Pkt. 10c.

EXACUM TERES — bfy (htw) (3) 50. Gentian-cousins, with
racemes of showy flowers in richest blue-violet, a shade of
deep intensity. Pkt. 20c.

EXOCHORDA GRANDIFLORA — qk(l) . 10 ft. Pearl

Bush. Splendid white racemes. Most showy. Pkt. 10c.

FAGUS AMERICANA — jy. 80 ft. Beech. Noble orna¬
mental. Silvery bark. Golden brown autumn leaves. Edible
nutlets. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

FAGUS CUNNINGHAMI— jy 100 ft. The handsome ever¬
green or Myrtle Beech of Tasmania. Not recommended
north of Washington. Pkt. 25c.

^FELICIA ADFINIS — eox(2)6. Lavender daisy. Pkt. 15c.

^FELICIA BERGERIANA — eox(2)6. Kingfisher Daisy.
Intense indigo. Half-procumbent. Free. Pkt. 15c.

^FELICIA TENELLA — eox(2)12. Pretty daisies, mauve-
tinged blue to soft lilac. Pkt. 15c.

FENDLERA RUPICOLA — qk(2)48. Maltese Cross. Grace¬
ful, arching milk-white garlands. Pkt. 20c.

FILIPENDULA HEXAPETALA— eucbh(2)36. Meadow¬
sweet. Handsome snowy sprays. Fern foliage. Pkt. 15c.

FRAXINUS AMERICANA — jy. 100 ft. Majestic tree.
Immune to Gipsy moth. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.

FUNKIA COERULEA — crby(2)36. Early Plantain Lily.
Tall sprays of wide blue flowers. Formal clumps. Pkt. 10c.
♦GAILLARDIA AMBLY ODON — eocbx(3-4)24. Big flow¬
ers of coppery red. Pkt. 10c.

-GAILLARDIA DRUMMONDI — eox(3)20. Pretty red and
yellow annual; near G. pulchella. Pkt. 10c.
*GAILLARDIA LANCEOLATA — eostdk(2-3)20. The gay
wild Blanket-flower. Bright yellow. Pkt. 10c.
GAILLARDIA PINNATIFIDA — *ebx(3-5)16. Curious
rayless flower-heads all summer; red of sun through fog.
Pkt. 15c.

GALANTHUS NIVALIS — urnstzy(l)8. Snowdrop. Nod¬
ding white flowers, green-tipped. Pkt. 15c.

*GALEOPSIS OCHROLEUCA — eobx(2)35. Large Mo-
narda-like flowers, verticillate whorls; cream, deepening to
yellow, white above. Pkt. 15c.

GALIUM VERUM — ergcx(3-4)20. Foliage mats of an ex¬
quisite emerald laciness; then airy sprays of tiny flowers,
richly golden. Cuts well. Pkt. 15c.

GARBERIA FRUTICOSA— qfh60. Close-clustered purple
flower-heads, then brown seed-tassels. Pkt. 15c.
GARDENIA URCILLIFORMIS— htw. Rare species. Pkt.
15c.

GAURA LINDHEIMERI — *ebdh(8)30. Delightful flowers
like white butterflies with rosy reflections, perched pre¬
cariously on swaying stems. Pkt. 10c.

GENISTA SAGGITALIS — rbh(3)16. Spikes of golden
flowers. Cactus-like foliage. Pkt. 20c.

GENTIAN A LAGODECHIANA — rmaty(3)9. Clustered
flower-bells that reflect the summer sky. Pkt. 15c.
GENTIANA SAXOSA — The only Tasmanian Gentian, a
species of the higher hills. White blossoms with purple
veinings. 9 inches. Pkt. 25;.

GENTIANA TIBETICA— ry (4) 18. Blossoms of creamy
yellow, with lilac timings. Farrer didn’t like it, but maybe
you will. It is, at least, interesting. Pkt. 15c.

QUICK PERENNIALS, those that will often bloom
same year that seed is sown, are indicated by
star (*) after the name.

GERANIUMS — For Martha Washington, zonale, and other
tender kinds for house culture or bedding, see Pelargonium.

All below are winter-hardy.

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GERANIUM FREMONTI — rnsth(3). Brilliant rose-purple.
Profuse. Long in bloom. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM JAPONICUM — h. Rose-purple. Said to be
good, but I haven’t seen it. Pkt. 20c.

GERANIUM LANCASTRIENSE — rh(8)6. Purest pink
blossoms above cushion mats. Exquisite. Pkt. 25c.

GEUM CALTHAEFOLIUM DILITATUM — rmsth(2)16.
Glossy yellow flowers above decorative foliage. Pkt. 20c.

GEUM CANADENSE — ebnsth(2)25. Bushy plants, with
many little starry white blossoms. For naturalizing in light
shade. Pkt. 10c.

GEUM MAGELLANIC U M — rbh (2) 20. Blossoms of good
size, clear yellow to orange scarlet. Pkt. 15c.

GINKGO BILOBA — jy. 100 ft. Maidenhair Tree. Odd,
deciduous wedge shaped leaves. Edible seeds. Pkt. 10c.

GLADIOLUS PERMEABILIS — uftk(w)24. Vivid flowers,
orange pink to orange scarlet. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

GLADIOLUS RECURVUS — uftk(w)25. Fragrant. Com¬
binations may include blue, rose, carmine, claret, yellow
and brown; sort of a Joseph’s coat species. Pkt. 15c.

GLADIOLUS UNDULATUS — uftk(w)12. Delightful minia¬
ture, with blossoms of blush. Pkt. 20c.

GLAUCIDIUM PALMATUM — rbsth24. Big blossoms of
satiny purple, above “maple” leaves. Pkt. 15c.

♦GLAUCIUM CORNICULATUM — eobk(3)20. Downy,

glaucous fcliage ; blossoms tawny orange scarlet. Pkt. 15c.

GLAUCIUM F LAVUM — *erbx(2-3) 36. Big, satiny, gol-
den-hued poppies. Silvery foliage rosettes. Pkt. 10c.

GLAUCIUM LEIOCARPUM — eotx(2) 16. Red. Pkt. 15c.
GLAUCIUM SERPIERI — *erbx(2-3)20. Silver-dusted
foliage. Charming flowers of soft lemon. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

FOR INTERESTING BULBS, see last page and
back cover. Many unusual kinds are offered there.

GLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS— jk. 100 ft. Honey Locust.
Handsome foliage, and panicles of fragrant white blossoms.
Fine specimens, or will clip to a thorny hedge. Pkt. 10c;
Ya oz. 30c; 1 oz. 75c.

GLOB U LARI A CORDIFOLIA — erglth(2)4. Dwarfly
tufted evergreen mats. Hazy blue-gray flowers. Pkt. 25c.
GLOBULARIA WILKOMMI— erh(2)7. Blue. Pkt. 20c.
♦GODETIA AMOENA — eonx(2-3)24. Farewell-to-Spring.
Large flowers of delicate lilac-lavender. Pkt. 10c.
♦GODETIA BOTTAE — eonx(2-3)24. Satiny blossoms,
nodding, in variable pink to crimson. Pkt. 10c.
-GOMPHRENA DECUMBENS— eox(8) 16. Unshowy “red-
clovers,” profuse on wide plants. Pkt. 10c.

GOURDS ORNAMENTAL MIXED— eok(9). A blend of
astonishing diversities. Pkt. 10c.

GRINDELIA INTEGRIFOLIA — erndx(3-4)20. Rich
yellow daisy-crowns. Gum-covered buds. Pkt. 15c.

GUAVA MIXED — htw. Perfumed snowy flowers; thick
glossy leaves; red or yellow fruits, aromatic and spicily
sweet. Excellent large house plant. Pkt. 10c
-GYNANDROPSIS SP. — eodx(3)48. Much like an early-
blooming white Cleome. Pkt. 10c.

GYPSOPHILA ACUTI FOLIA — ecbx(3)36. Flowers rather
large, white and starry. Caucasus. Pkt. 15c.
GYPSOPHILA ALTISSIMA — ecbx(3)25. Panicles of
pretty little, white flowers. Pkt. 15c.

GYPSOPHILA TRANSYLVANICA — erx(2-3)10. Inter¬
esting rock garden species, with flowers like white stars.
Pkt. 15c.

GYROTHECA TINCTORIA — nmh(9)25. Iris-like plants
for moist places. Tawny down. Russet flowers. Pkt. 15c.
IiAMAMELIS VIRGIN I AN A — qy 8 ft. Witch Hazel. Fine
yellow blossoms in autumn. Later, gorgeous foliage. Pkt. 10c.
♦HAPLOPAPPUS RUBIGINOSA— eodx(2)12. Little yel¬
low daisies, anemone-centered. Pkt. 10c.
HEBENSTREITIA COMOSA— *ecbfx(3-4)30. Dusk Per¬
fume. Little white flowers, orange marked, in long spikes.
Evening fragrant. Pkt. 15c.

HEBENSTREITIA DENTATA — From garden viewpoint,
very like above, but taller. Pkt. 15c.

♦HEDEOMA PULGEOIDES — eok(9). American Penny¬
royal. Sweet herb. Oil said to keep mosquitos away. Pkt. 10c.
HEDERA HELIX — vy 30 ft. English Ivy. Hardy to Mas¬
sachusetts. High climbing. Also used as evergreen ground
cover. Rather slow germinating. Pkt. 10c.

HEDYSARUM MULTIJUGUM — ebh(3)36. Splendidly
showy purple blossoms with yellow splashes. Silvery green,
pinnate foliage. From Mongolia. Pkt. 25c.

HELENIUM BIGELOVI — cbh(3-4)40. Long-rayed yellow
flowers. Good border plant. Pkt. 15c.

HELENIUM HOOPESI — cbdh(3)40. Hardy perennial with
showy clustered flowers of rich yellow. Pkt. 15c.

HEL I ANTHEM UM PROCUMBENS — No data. Pkt. 10c.
HELIANTHUS ANGUSTIFOLIUS— Yellow. Pkt. 10c.
HELIANTHUS DIVARICATUS— Yellow. Pkt. 10c.

HELIOPSIS H ELI ANTHO IDES PITCHER I ANA —
ecbdh (3-4) 30. Bushy plants, wider than height. Orange
flowers. Pkt. 10c.

HELIOPSIS SCABRA — ecbdh(3-4)48. Up-facing flowers
of brilliant golden-orange. A composite. Pkt. 10c.
HERNIARIA GLABRA — rgph(9)2. Spreading, emerald,
moss-like mats, red-bronze in winter. Pkt. 15c.
HERNIARIA INCANA — Very like above, but foliage sil¬

very canescent. Pkt. 15c

HESPERIS FRAGRANS — *ebx (3)48. Racemes of little
yellow flowers, sweetly scented. Pkt. 15c.

HESPERIS NIVALIS— erbh(3) 12. Racemes of fragrant
buff-gray flowers. Persian snowline. Pkt. 10c.

HESPERIS TRISTIS — erbx(2-3)25. Clustered blossoms,

usually nut-brown, but varying from sepia-veined cream to
full purple. Dusk-fragrant. Will naturalize. Pkt. 10c.
HESPEROCALLIS UNDULATA- uf(ft)x(utw)(3)24. Eve¬
ning Beauty. Wax-white fragrant flowers. Pkt. 20c.

HESPEROCHIRON CALIFORNICUM — rmy(2)6. The
blossoms are white saucers, large for the plant. Pkt. 25c.

HEUCHERA AMERICANA — rsth(2)25. Particularly
beautiful and highly colored foliage. Pkt. 15c.
HEUCHERA PARVIFLORA — rnh(2)14. Little yellow
sprays over decorative lobed foliage. Pkt. 15c.
HEUCHERA PUBESCENS — rbnsth(2)36. Handsome
downy foliage. Panicles of little red flowers. Pkt. 15c.

HIBISCUS MANIHOT GRANDIFLORUS — *ebk(4)40.
Great cream-yellow cups, brown velvet at base. Tender
perennial, but may be handled as annual north. Pkt. 15c.
HIERACIUM MURORUM — *erbnlth(3)20. Golden suns
of blossoms, fluffy and doubled, above leaf rosettes that are

silvery hirsute in reverse. Pkt. 15c.

HIERACIUM PI LO SELL A — ergndx(2)9. Spreading mats
of silvered leaves. Pale yellow flowers. Pkt. 10c.
HOLLYHOCK' OLD FASHION — ebth(2-3)84. About
every possible color variation of the lovely old-fashioned
single Hollyhock. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 25c.

HOMERIA LILACINA— utw(7)9. Blossoms of exquisite
lavender. New. Pkt. 20c.

HOMERIA PALLIDA — utcw(7)18. Blossoms of clear
citron, marked olive. Pink seed pods. Pkt. 25c.
HOOKERA HYACINTHINA— umcy(2)20. Cluster Lily.
Clusters of white, hyacinth-like flowers on tall stems. A
beauty. Bulbs edible, but too precious. Pkt. 25c.

HULSA NANA — rh(3)5. Pretty yellow daisies close over
woolly tufts. Rare high alpine. Pkt. 25c.

HUMEA ELEGANS — htw(3-4). Splendid feathery spikes,
creamy pink to russet. Large pot plant, or showy summer
bedder. Pkt. 25c.

HYDRANGEA PETIOLARIS — vk 20 ft. Rampant hardy
vine with white Hydrangea flowers. Pkt. 15c.
HYDROPHYLLUM APPENDICULATUM — bnmsth(2)
Clustered purple flowers. Plant under shrubbery. Pkt. 15c.
HYMENANTHERA CRASSIFOLIA — qh 5 ft. New
Zealand shrub of Violet family. Effective on banks. Pkt. 15c.
HYMENOPAPPUS SCABIOSAEUS — cbndh(3)25. Sca-
biosa-like lavender flower-heads, set in pearly-white bracts.
Tufted downy leaves. Unique. Pkt. 20c.

HYPERICUM AUSTRALE — rh(2)8. A handsome Algerian
procumbent, hardiness undetermined. Golden flowers, veined
red, in gorgeous sprays. Pkt. 20c.

HYPERICUM DENSIFLORUM — ebnmatx(3)30. Profuse
stamen-tasseled yellow bloom in showy clusters. Pkt. 15c.
HYPERICUM HIRCINUM — ebdfx(3)36. Pkt. 20c.
HYPERICUM LYSI MACHO IDES — bfx(3)36. Stars of
honey-gold, above blue-gray foliage. Pkt. 20c.
HYPERICUM ORIENTALE — erx(3) 12. Mounded foliage,
spread with fine large flowers of shining yellowness. Pkt. 15c.
HYPERICUM PATULUM FORRESTI— qx (4) 36. Pk. 15c

IBERIS SEMPERVIRENS — erh(2)10. Delightful spread¬
ing evergreen sub-shrub, mantled with white blossoms for
many weeks. Gives lovely dusk effects. Pkt. 15c.

IBERIS TENOREANA — erh(2)8. Handsome flaky clus¬
ters, white, tinted, or pure lavender. Pkt. 10c.

ILEX BRONXENSIS— qy 15 ft. Winterberry. Pkt. 10c.

ILEX LAEVIGATA — qy 6 ft. Scarlet berries. Pkt. 10c.
♦IMPATIENS BIFLORA — eomk(4)50. Jewel Flower
Blossoms of nasturtium-yellow, brown dotted. Airy. Pkt. 15c.
♦IMPATIENS ROYLEI — eomk(4)50. Big, swaying blos¬
soms of gorgeous, joyous purple. Pkt. 10c.

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INCARVILLEA DELAVAYI — ufrzh(2)20. Clustered
trumpets of brilliant purple, yellow throated. Pkt. 15c.
INULA HELENIUM — ebnh(3)45. Brilliantly golden
daisies of largest size, the petal-rays excessively many,
long and slender. Roots medicinal. Pkt. 15c.

*IPOMEA HEDERACEA — eovgdx(3-4). Open bells of
purest sky blue. One of the three “bluest” flowers. A
fine ground cover on sunny banks. May also be grown in
porch boxes, or as low vine. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz- 20c.

IRIS ATROPURPUREA— Black Velvet Iris. Pkt. 25c.
IRIS BAXTERI— Pkt. 20c.

IRIS HAEMATOPHILA— No data. Pkt. 15c.

IRIS NIGRICANS — Deep shining brown. 4 seeds, 25c.

IRIS PYRENAICA— Pkt. 20c.

IRIS RED-VIOLET HYBRIDS— cbmy (2)48. Deep tyrian
shades with crimson-amaranth suffusions. Pkt. 20c.

IRIS RETICULATA — ury(l)9. Pretty little bulbous Iris,
purple-flowered and violet-scented. Early. Pkt. 25c.

IRIS VARTANI— Rare. 3 seeds for 25c.

IRIS WESTI — Embossed brown-purple dots, close-set over
wine-colored ground. Rare. Palestine. 3 seeds, 25c.

IRIS XIPHIUM DUTCH STRAIN— Fine hardy bulbous
Iris in varied interesting colorings. Pkt 15c.

ISATIS TINCTORIA — oth(3)36. The Woad of ancient
Britons, producing a blue dye. Not showy. Pkt. 10c.
IXIOLIRION LEDEBOURI — uftrbh(l)16. Fine early-

flowering species. Clustered blue trumpets. Amaryllis
family, but winter hardy at Philadelphia. Pkt. 20c.
JASONIA TUBEROSA — rbdh(3)16. Good yellow-flowered
composite for dry places. Pkt. 15c.

JURINEA ALATA — ebh(2)40. An aberrant silvery-foliaged
composite, with effective purple blossomheads. Pkt. 15c.
JUSSIAEA DECURRENS — enmh(3)24. Primrose Willow.
Showy yellow flowers. For wet places. Pkt. 15c.

♦KALE ORNAMENTAL— eobx(9) (htw). The curly flower¬
like rosettes take on most gorgeous colorings and brilliant
variegations in early autumn, holding their brightness all
winter. Cream, pink and magenta will appear. Pkt. 15c.
KNAUTIA ARVENSIS— Gipsy Rose. Pkt. 10c.
KNEIFFIA GLAUCA — ebnh(2-3)24. Sundrop. Large
single flowers of glistening sun-gold. Pkt. 10c.

KOELLIA VIRGINICA— bnh(3)24. Pretty clustered heads
of bright lilac. Pkt. 15c.

LABURNUM ANAGYROIDES — Golden-flowered tree.
Pkt. 10c.

LAGOTIS GLAUCA — rh4. Silvery foliage mats, tufted

with soft blue. Pkt. 15c.

LALLEMANTIA CANES CENS — *eotbnx(3)20. Whorls of
blue flowers. Pretty. Foliage downy. Pkt. 10c.
LANGENOPHORA BILLARDIERI — rgh(2-3)3. Starry
little blue daisy from Tasmania. Recommended for pave¬
ment and wall plantings. Pkt. 25c.

LARIX KAEMPFERI — jk 50 ft. Easy, hardy, and rapid.
Soft green needles in spring, bright gold in fall. Always
handsome. Pkt. 10c: 54 oz. 35c.

LAVATERIA CASHMIRIANA — bh(3)60. Big, showy,
rose-pink flowers. Pkt. 15c.

LAVATERIA OLBIA — ebfh(3)60. Shrubby perennial with
flowers of bright rose purple. Pkt. 15c.

LAVENDULA PIE DEMONTAN A — rh(3) 10. Rare Lav¬
ender. Lilac flowers, and foliage of sweet, dusky silver.
Pkt. 20c.

♦LAYIA PLATYGLOSSA— eodx(3)12. Daisies with long
lemon petals, tipped pure white. Pkt. 10c.

LECHEA BLEND — erndh(9)10. Red Plumes. Dainty,

airy plants; brilliantly maroon-red in fall. Pkt. 10c.
LEONTOPODIUM SIBIRICUM— Edelweiss. Pkt. 15c.
LEONURUS CARDIACEA— Purple. Wooly. Bees. Pkt. 15c.
LEPTODACTYLON CALIFORNICA — rdf x (2) 2 5. A half¬
shrub, smothered with satiny pink blossoms. Pkt. 20c.

The “Finding Lists” at the end of the general
descriptive offerings, have been prepared to help you
in making up your order. Please refer to them.
There you will find classifications of varieties for
all sorts of special places and purposes.

LESPEDEZIA BICOLOR — qh 8 ft. Graceful, slenderly
fountain-like shrub, with long racemes of purple flowers in
summer. Hardy at Boston. Pkt. 15c.

LESPEDEZIA REPENS — erx(4)7. Pretty open trailer for
rockery or bank. Purple blossoms. Resists drought. Give
full sun. Pkt. 15c.

LESQUERELLA ARGENTEA — Silvery leaves, yellow flow¬
ers. A good plant for sunny rock garden. Pkt. 15c.
LESQUERELLA GLOBOSA — ernh(l-2)8. Lemon. Pk. 15c.
LIBERTIA IXIOIDES — ecbfx (htw) (2)25. Panicles of
enamel white blossoms with pale yellow stamens. An at¬
tractive Irid. Pkt. 20c.

LIGULARIA JAPONICA — ebmh(3-9) 60. Boldly handsome
plant with enormous leaves; for massive foliage effects.
Three-inch orange daisies. Pkt. 20c.

LILIUM HYBRIDIUM SULPHUR-GALE — cbh(2)50.
Hybrids of Liliums regale and sulphureum. Many attrac¬
tive variations here, mostly with deeper tinting within and
without than regale, and with longer and less flaring trum¬
pets. Pkt. 15c.

LILIUM GIGANTEUM YUNNANENSE— Pkt. 25c.

LILIUM UMBELLATUM— by(2-3)36. A group of most
pleasing chalice-cup hybrids ; the flowers of largest size,
and wonderfully varied. Pkt. 20c; Y& oz. 60c.

♦LIMNANTHES DOUGLASI— omh(3) 18. Meadow Foam.
Inch-wide fragrant flowers, rich cream to white, or rarely
roseate. Pkt. 15c.

♦LINARIA CANADENSE — eodnx(2-3)20. Blue Smoke.
Myriads of tiny blue - “Snapdragons,” on airy plants; like
a blue haze at a little distance. For naturalizing in sandy,
sunny places. Pkt. 10c.

LINARIA ELATINE — ergx(2)6. Mats of ovate inch-wide
leaves, with tiny blossoms above, cream-yellow, shaded
purple. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA GHABBARENSE — *ecbx (3-4)25. Blossoms in
close terminal racemes, cream-white with brilliant orange
spot. Rather good. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA JATTAE — *erx (3-4) 18. Exceedingly bushy
plants, set with big citron-yellow flowers. Pkt. 20c.

LINARIA MACEDONICA NEW HYBRIDS — *ecox v--3)
36. Giant bushiness of gray-dusted green, with big flowers
from pale to rich cream, primrose and gold. Pkt. 20c.

♦LINARIA STRIATA — eocrbx (2-4)25. Blossoms in pan-
icled racemes, white or pale lavender, but veined with pure
purple, and with yellow throat. Pkt. 15c.

LINARIA TRISTIS NEW HYBRIDS— erx (8) 10. Free
and long flowering, in variable, delightful colorings. Pkt. 15c.

LINDERA BENZOIN — qy 10 ft. Honey-colored blos¬
soms in spring; aromatic scarlet berries in autumn, some¬
times used as spice. Pkt. 10c.

LINNEA BOREALIS — rsay(l)9. A semi-trailer of mossy
woods. Delightfully fragrant ruby-pink bells. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

♦LINUM AFRICANUM— eobx(3-4)30. Varied. Pkt. 10c.

*LINUM CORYMBOSUM — eorbdx(2-3)28. Flowers of in¬
tense blue, a bit smaller than those of Austriacum, but
carried in extraordinary profusion. Pkt. 10c.

LINUM LEWI SI — *erbx(3-4)20. Blue. Pkt. 10c.

LiQ LflDAMBAR STYRACIFLUA— jy 140 ft. Sweet Gum
Fine tree, Massachusetts hardy. Crimson in fall. Seed is
slow in germinating. Pkt. 10c; 1 oz. 50c.
LITHOSPERMUM BREVIFLORUM— *erndh(2-3) 16. The
many little orange-yellow blossoms carry a most alluring
perfume. Pkt. 15c.

LITHOSPERMUM CANESCENS — ♦erndlth(2-3) 16. Lady
Keys. Tufts of brilliant orange flowers above silky, silvery
leaves. Excellent. Pkt. 15c.

LITHOSPERMUM L I NEARI FOLIUM — *erndlth(2-3) 24.
Curiously enough this produces two different kinds of
flowers; big ones of brilliant orange in spring, smaller
ones of creamy primrose in summer. Pkt. 15c.

LOBELIA KALMI — enmx(2)20. Loose spikes of rather
pretty pale blue blossoms. Pkt. 15c.

♦LOTUS ORNITHOPODOIDES — eordk(3-4)8. A pretty
sprawler, with rows of little golden pea-flowers, followed by
pods in birds-foot form. Pkt. 15c.

♦LOTUS TETRAGONOLOBUS — eordk(3-4) 10. Stem¬
topping blossoms that vary from vivid cardinal to velvety
maroon, but with a hint of buff on the wings. Oddly
flanged pods, edible when young. Pkt. 5c; Ya oz. 20c.
LUDWIGIA ALTERNIFOLIA — emnh(3)50. Little flow¬
ers of pale velvety yellow on branching plants. For damp
soil naturalizings. Pkt. 5c; Ys oz. 20c.

LYCHNIS ALBA — ebnx(3)30. Evening Campion. Fragrant
snowy blossoms, opening at dusk, but remaining open fol¬
lowing day. Good. Pkt. 10c.

LYCHNIS CHALCEDONICA — ebx(3)36. Maltese Cross.
Most brilliant scarlet, like fire. Pkt. 5c.

♦LYCHNIS COELI-ROSA — eox(8)20. Flowers of pure
pink to red-tinged rose, all summer. Pkt. 10c.

LYCHNIS GITHAGO — ebnx(3)36. Big purple blossoms.
Weedy, if it escapes. Pkt. 10c.

LYCHNIS HAAGEANA — erbx(3)16. Desirable hybrid,
with clusters of big blossoms, orange to crimson. Pkt. 10c.
♦LYCHNIS SEGETALIS— eonbk(2)25. Purple. Pkt. 10c.
LYCHNIS TRISTIS — ♦ebnx(3)30. Large blossoms of buff-
shaded white, sparingly on diffuse plants. Pkt. 15c.

LYSIMACHIA BARYSTACHYS— ebh(3)30. White. Pk.l5c.
LYSIMACHIA EPHEMERUM— Purple. Pkt. 10c.

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LYSIMACHIA TERRESTRIS — ebnmstx(3)30. Loose
spikes of airy, golden stars. Good. Pkt. 15c.

LYTHRUM SALICARIA — ecnmbh(3-4)60. The “Long
Purples” of Shakespeare. Showy bloom spikes all summer.
Very good. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 30c.

MADIA SATIVA — eodnk(3)36. Coarse annual with honey-
yellow flowers, for dry naturalizing. Pkt. 10c.

♦MALACOTHRIX CALIFORNIA — eok(2)12. Fluffy
double blossoms, cream primrose, shading to brown-orange
Give some shade. Blossoms close in sun. Pkt. 10c.

♦MALOPE TRIFIDA — eock(4)20. Whorls of large blos¬
soms, soft pink, rose, lilac or red. Pkt. 10c.

MALVA VERTICILLATA— *bh(3)48. Pink. Pkt. 15c.

♦MALVASTRUM TRICUSPIDATUM— eok(3)20. Fugitive
half-inch buff flowers. Attractive foliage. Pkt. 10c.

MARRUBIUM VULGARE — edh30. True Hoarhound. Old-
time aromatic herb, used in confections, etc. Pkt. 10c.

♦MECONELLA LINEARIS PULCHELLUM — ork(l)8.
Flowers like dainty, airy little poppies, the outer petals
yellow, the inner white. Pkt. 15c.

MELANDRYUM ALBUM — ’;!ebx(8)20. Rather large flow-
ers. in the Silene manner, but of the texture and purity of
white enamel. Really very good. Pkt. 15c.

MELISSA OFFICINALIS — A sweet-herb. Lemon-flavored
leaves. Called Lemon Balm. Pkt. 15c.

♦MENTZELIA ALBESCENS — eondk(3)36. Tiny creamy
stars at dusk. Wild naturalizing. Pkt. 5c; Y& oz. 25c.

MEUM ATHAMANTICUM — erbh(3)25. Arcmatic. Pkt. 15c.

MIKANIA SCANDENS — vbmh(3). Climbing Eupatorium.
Fluffy clusters of a tawny gray-pinkness. Hardy vine. Ef¬
fective to trail over shrubbery. Pkt. 10c.

MIMULUS ALATUS — ♦enmstx(3)40. Branching plants,
loaded with flowers of deep purple. Pkt. 15c.

MIRABILIS CALIFORNICA — erx (2) 15. A hardy peren¬
nial Four o’Clock with flowers that vary from pale pink to
glowing rose. Rare. Pkt. 20c.

♦MONOLOPIA MAJOR — ock(3-4)36. Annual Helenium.
Big showy flowers of brightest yellow. Pkt. 10c.

MONOTROPA UNIFLORA — nmsh(4)8. Silver Orchid or
Ghost Flower. An eery woodland elf that will grow only
in leaf-mould under old trees, being a plant-thief. Faintly
scented flowers of silvery white. Pkt. 20c.

MONTIA PERFOLIATA — eomsty(l)8. Indian Lettuce.
Tiny white flowers. Succulent leaves for salads. Pkt. 10c.

MORONGIA ANGUSTISILIQUA — ♦erfy(8)7. Pretty
trailer. Fluffy pink blossom-tassels. Sensitive foliage. Pkt. 20c.

MULGEDIUM ALPINUM — ebmstx(4)40. Big glaucous
gray leaves, and tall branching sprays of pearly blue.
Pkt. 20c.

MUSCARI POLYANTHUM — ury(l). Purple bells in
loose graceful spikes. Broad leaves. Pkt. 20c.

MUSCARI RACEMOSUM — ury(l)6. Blossom spikes like
dense dark-blue cylinders, plum-fragrant. Pkt. 15c.
MUSCARI TENUIFLORUM — ury. No data. Pkt. 15c.

MYOSOTIDEUM NOBILE— rbfsth(3) 25. Giant Forget-
me-not of Chatham Island. Bunches of big blue blossoms,
white-centered, above corrugated foliage. Pkt. 15c.
MYOSOTIS TRAVERSI — erh(2)10. Lemon Forget-me-not.
Fragrant blossoms of pure yellow. Pkt. 25c.

MYOSOTIS UNIFLORA— ermh(2)5. Foliage mats, stud¬
ded with hundreds of dainty citron yellow blossoms Pkt. 25c
MYRICA CAROLINENS1S — qy 7 ft. Bayberry. Rugged,
branching shrubs, loaded in fall with silvery, wax-covered,
aromatic berries. Excellent for winter bouquets, and fra¬
grant candles are made from the wax. Prefers poor soil.
Pkt. 10c; Y\ oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.

NABALUS MIXED — bnsth(5)50. Oddly attractive pen¬
dant bell-daisies, white with gray-lavender tinting; in seed,
fluffy white plumes. Pkt. 15c.

♦NAVARETTA TETRAPHYLLA — eork(2)8. Delightful
little pink stars, over feathery foliage. Pkt. 20c.

NEMESIA FOETENS — New listing from Cape Province,
described as “dwarf perennial, mauve and white mixed, dis¬
tinct and free.” Chances are it should be handled as annual
hcr0« Pkt 15c

♦NEMOPHILA PH ACELOIDES — eonmbx(2) 25. Pretty

bell-shaped flowers, blue with white center. Pkt. 10c.
NEPETA CATARIA — ebnh(3)36. True Catnip. Grown as
aromatic herb, but quite decorative. Pkt. 10c.

NEPETA MACRANTHA — erbh(3)20. Handsome crispy-
leaved plants with rather large flowers of glowing violet.
The whole plant is spicily aromatic. Pkt. 20c.

NEPETA NUDA — ebx(3)48. Long racemes of little violet
and white flowers. Effective. Pkt. 15c.

NERIUM OLEANDER — htzw. True Oleander. A gor¬

geous, parti-colored beauty. Tub plant. Pkt. 10c.

♦NICANDRA PH YSALO IDES — eodnx (3-4) 40. Many up¬
right blossom-chalices of bright blue, white in throat. Almost
too robust. Children like it. Pkt. 5c; y& oz- 20c.
♦NIEREMBERGIA GRACILIS— cocbdx (8) 18. Flowers of
palest silken blue in prodigal profusion. Pkt. 15c.

♦NIGELLA PIISPANICA — eodx(3-4) 18. Fern-like foliage,
with big flowers, blue-gray, white or red-violet, fully above.
Each blossom carries a fountain-like arrangement of rich
brown stamens on olive green. Pkt. 10c.

NOMOCHARIS NANA — uzy(2)20. One of a strange and
lovely genus, nearest Lilium and Fritillaria, but in some
ways a bit like Calochortus. The flowers are pale purple,
and pretty. Pkt. 25c.

NOMOCHARIS PARDANTHINA— ury. Many wide flow¬
ers, rose-tinted, with maroon blotch. Rare. Pkt. 35c.

NOTHOFAGUS MENZIESI— jy 50 ft. Silver Beech. A
handsome and rather hardy New Zealand tree. Pkt. 15c.

NOTHOPANAX ARBOREUM— jy 15 ft. Splendid small
tree from New Zealand. Ornamental. Pkt. 15c.

NUPHAR ADVENA— Yellow Pond Lily. A handsome
aquatic, with heart-shaped leaves, and flowers like golden
cups, carried well above the water. For pools, or any
shallow water without strong current. Pkt. 15c.

NYSSA SYLVATICA— jy 60 ft. Gum Tree. Good hardy
ornamental tree, gorgeous in fall. Pkt. 10c.

OAKESIA SESSILIFOLIA — rnsty (1-2) 18. Charming
shade-lover, with corn-yellow bells. Pkt. 10c.

OENOTHERA BIENNIS — *endx(3)60. Variable species
with showy yellow flowers. Valued for naturalizing, bloom¬
ing first year if sown early. Roots, one season, are often
cooked like Salsify. Pkt. 5c; 54 oz. 20c.

OENOTHERA BRACHYCARPA — *endx(3-4)8. Big silky
blossoms of soft yellow. Pkt. 20c.

OMPHALODES JAPONICA — erltx(2)10. Abundant blos¬
som sprays of most delicate porcelain blue. Charming
foliage. Pkt. 20c.

^OMPHALODES LIN I FOLIA — eonstx(2) 16. Sprays of

pretty little white flowers. Glaucous. Pkt. 15c.

*ONOBRYCHIS CAPUT-GALLI— eorx(9)8. Gaul’s Head.
Curious pods like little spiked helmets. Pkt. 10c.

ONONIS FRUTICOSA— qfk(2)25. Pink. Pkt. 15c.

ONOPORDUM SALTIERI — ■ eotbtx (3-4) 60. Spectacular
gray-green foliage. Lilac flowers. Pkt. 10c.

OPUNTIA MACRORRHIZA — rdlth(2-3) 10. Excellent rock
garden Cactus of great winter-hardiness. Broad, spine-set
pads. Flowers of silvered lemon, orange deep within. Pkt. 15c.

OPUNTIA RAFINESQUEI — erbh(3)20. Thick pads of
rich green, with flowers like satin-petalled single roses of
clear yellow tone. None hardier. Winter cold has no
terrors for it. Close botanically to Opuntia opuntia. Pkt.
10c; 54 oz. 30c.

ORNITHOGALUM SUAVEOLENS — eutcw(7)15. Soft
primrose yellow, sweetly perfumed. Pkt. 20c.

ORNITHOGALUM THUNBERGIANUM — eutcw(7)20.
Particularly large and showy bloom-clusters. Lemon yel¬
low, shading to orange. Pkt. 20c.

ORONTIUM AQUATICUM— emk(2)18. Golden Club. A
handsome hardy aquatic for pools. Pkt. 15c.
♦ORTHOCARPUS PURPURASCENS— eock(2-3) 15. Owl
Flower. Clustered flowers of vivid rose-purple, tipped with
white, and with golden anthers. Pkt. 5c.

OSMORRHIZA LONGISTYLIS — nsh(l)20. Anise-root:
Little white flowers. Roots sweet-aromatic. Pkt. 10c.
OSMUNDIA CINNAMOMEA — A most handsome fern for
decorative plantings. Likes humus and ample moisture.
Robust. Of full hardiness. Pkt. 15c.

OSMUNDIA REGALIS — Royal Fern. A splendid hardy
giant for moist places. Pkt. 15c.

OXYDENDRUM ARBOREUM— jah 60 ft. Sorrel Tree.
Sprays of Lily of Valley bloom in spring; scarlet leaves in
fall. Hardy. Pkt. 10c; tV oz. 25c.

PACHYRRHIZUS TUBEROSUS — euftk(3)100. Orna¬
mental vine with pale purple flowers. Nutritious tubers,
used like sweet potatoes, or raw as relish. Pkt. 10c.

TIME OF SOWING

With every lot of seeds sent out, I include a four-
page folder of cultural information, giving general
data as to time of year when various kinds of seeds
may be sown. Please do not ask questions on such
points until you have looked over the folder. Your
difficulty may be answered there.

_ _ _

♦PAPAVER ACULEATUM — eodk(3-4)35. Pretty South
African annual, with medium sized flowers of odd “biscuit”
coloring, but salmon-tinged. Pkt. 10c.

PAPAVER ATLANTICUM — rbh(8)30. Only botanical
distinctions between this and P. pilosum. Bright orange.
Very good. Atlas of Morocco. Pkt. 15c.

♦PAPAVER CALIFORNICUM — eonk(l-2) 15. Wind Poppy.
A delicate beauty with silky petals, rosy at the base, flame-
hued above. Not Eschscholtzia. Pkt. 15c.

♦PAPAVER DUBIUM — eobdk(3)25. Petals like crumpled
silk, of a tone between rose and red. Pkt. 15c.

PAPAVER PAUCIFOLIATUM — No data. Pkt. 10c.
♦PAPAVER SET1GERUM — eok(2)25. Big cups of lilac-
lavender. Showy. Pkt. 10c.

PAPAVER SPICATUM — erbx(8)25. Very like Pajaver
Heldreichi, save in placement of flowers. Orange. Pkt. 15c.
PARONYCHIA BONAIRENSIS— Pkt. 15c.

PATERSONIA UMBROSA— Rare West Australian irid
that I have not seen. Pot culture. Pkt. 15c.

PATRINIA SIBIRICA — rbh(3)12. Loose clusters of deep
yellow. Jasmine fragrance. Pkt. 15c.

PAVONIA SPINIFEX— Tall shrub for southern planting.
Large and showy yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.

PENNANTIA CORYMBOSA— jh 35 ft. Handsome tree
from New Zealand. Fragrant white flowers. Pkt. 15c.
PENNISETUM VILLOSUM— bch(4)30. Hardy ornamental
grass from Abyssinia, with most decorative feathery, fluffy
plumes. Fine foliage clumps. Pkt. 10c.

PENTSTEMON ALASKA SP. — rbh(2)16. Flowers of
richest royal purple, but sometimes with lips of amethystine
blue. Gives main season of bloom in late spring, but there
are occasional flowers through the summer. Pkt. 15c.
PENTSTEMON ALBIDUS — ry (3) 15. Usually creamy,
with black-purple markings, but sometimes of purest un¬
dimmed enamel-whiteness. Pkt. 15c.

PENSTEMON AM ABILIS— Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON ANGUSTIFOLIUS— rbch (2) 15. The buds
are rosy, but open to coerulean blue. Splendidly bright.
Pkt. 15c; oz. 30c.

PENTSTEMON AZUREUS — ry(3)12. Free flowering.
Vivid blue. Excellent. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON CINEREUM— rbdh (2) 18. Ashy foliage,
with flowers in loose axillary clusters. Brilliant blue face,
purple tube. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON CORDIFOLIUS — cvbfh(3). Vine-like,
stem-wandering over its neighbors to throw bursts of ver¬
milion bloom in most unexpected places. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON DIFFUSUS— erbndh(3-4) 20. Bright blue
to purple flowers in close leafy panicles. Dependable bor¬
der species, or for naturalizing. Pkt. 15c; iV oz. 30c.
PENTSTEMON EATONI — rbdh(3)20. Plumes of cherry-
carmine to light up the rockery. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON GRACILIS — erdh(3)18. A charming
species with dainty blossoms of lavender, blue and royal
violet. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON LAEVIGATUS— Pale lilac. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON PROCERUS — erbnh(3)30. The flower-
face is clear blue sapphire, the tube and the buds, a mid¬
night violet. Compact bloom clusters. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON PYGMAEUS — rh(3)8. A dainty minia¬
ture, with long-lasting blossoms of delicate lavender. Neat
little foliage tuffets. Pkt. 15c; rV oz. 30c.

PENTSTEMON SPECTABILIS — ecbdy(3)36. Showy
panicles, pure blue to rosy purple. Pkt. 15c.

PENTSTEMON VENUSTUS — rbdh(2) 18. Many bushy
stems, each with a terminal cluster of bright bloom, lavender,
blue, purple or white. Pkt. 15c.

♦PERILLA FRUTESCENS LACINIATA — eobk(9)36.
Easy annual for brilliant and exotic foliage effects. Fringed,
crisped, undulate leaves of wine-purple, but finished with
bronze lustre. Pkt. 15c.

♦PETUNIA PARVIFLORA — eorpgx(9)2. Wide-spreading
mats of close foliage. Excellent for pavements, steps, walls,
etc., where it will self-sow, or for the rockery. Minute rosy
flowers. Pkt. 25c.

PHACELIA BIPINNATIFIDA — *nltsth(2) 18. Bright
violet-blue wild-flower. Pkt. 10c.

♦PHACELIA PURSHI — eonstx(2)15. Pretty little flowers,
pale lilac to rose. Pkt. 10c.

♦PHASEOLUS AUREUS— eob(9) 18. There is a sort of
trim grace about the plants, but the curious olive-and-buff
flowers are overly small. Pkt. 10c.

PHILADELPHUS HYBRIDS— qk 10 ft. Mock Orange.
White blossoms, gold-centered, always with delicious fra¬
grance. Saved from fine named sorts. Pkt. 15c.
PHLOMIS SAMIA — ebx(3)36. Downy. Pkt. 15c.
PHORMIUM TENAX — htw. Sword-shaped leaves, often
variegated, and tall panicles of red and yellow bloom. New
Zealand. Pkt. 10c.

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*PHYLLO PODIUM CAPITATUM— eok(3) 12. New South
African annual, with clustered mauve-violet flowers. Pkt. 15c.

PHYSALIS SPECIES — ek(9)36. Grown for the edible
fruits, borne in inflated, lantern-like cream-coloured calyces.
The fruits are ivory-tinted when ripe, 1 54 to 2 inches in
•diameter, yielded in enormous quantities. Entirely worth¬
less for eating out of hand, mawkish in fact; they need
cooking to bring out the rich and distinctive flavor. They
make very good pies, but are particularly delicious in jam.
May be used also as the base of an excellent chili sauce.
Pkt. 15 c.

PHYSOCARPUS OPULIFOLIUS — qh 10 ft. Nl'ne-bark.
Ornamental shrubs, hardiness iron-clad, with pretty white
blossom clusters in June. Pkt. 10c.

PHYSOSTEGIA FORMOSIUS— ecbx(3)50. Close spikes
of inflated rosy-lilac blossoms. Rare. Pkt. 20c.
PHYTOLACCA DECANDRA— ebtdnh(2) 120. Poke-berry.

Tall hardy native for backgrounds or naturalizing. Par¬
ticularly showy when long-loaded with purple berries. Some¬
times cultivated for the young shoots, which are served like
asparagus, or with vinegar. Please note, though, that
neither roots nor berries are to be ea4en, these portions of
the plant being harmful. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c.

PHYTOLACCA ESCULENTA— edstk(3-6) 100. Himalayan
species, valued for late decorative fruits. Pkt. 15c.

PICEA GLAUCA — jk 70 ft. Canada Spruce. Dense, dec¬
orative pyramids. Hardy. Endures drought. Long-lived.
Good windbreak or hedge. Silvery overcast to foliage.
Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 60c.

PINUS KORAIENSIS — jk 80 ft. Handsome and hardy
long-needle Pine. Seeds saved in north Manchuria. Pkt. 15c.
PITTOSPORUM NIGRESCENS — qy 6 ft. Handsome
New Zealand shrub with variegated leaves. Pkt. 15c.
PITTOSPORUM RALPHI— qy 10 ft. Recommended New
Zealand shrub with purple flowers; downy silver foliage,
p k t 15c

PLATANUS OCCIDENTALIS — jh 150 ft. Buttonwood.
Most massive of American hardy trees. Silvery bark. Pkt.
10c; 54 oz. 20c; oz. 60c.

PLATANUS ORIENT A LIS — jh 80 ft. Oriental Plane. A
noble hardy tree. Excellent for street or shade. Disease
resistant. Pkt. 10c; 54 oz. 20c; oz. 60c.

^PLATY STEM ON CALIFORNICUM— eok(2) 12. Cream-
cups. Pretty little cream-colored “poppy” blossoms. Many
stems Pkt ISc

PLUCHEA' CAMPHORATA — nmh(5)20. Flower-heads
like clusters of soft, dense tassels. Delicate pink-lavender.
Pretty in mass. Aromatic. Damp seaside naturalizing. Pkt. 5c.
PODOPHYLLUM PELTATUM — rnsty(l)20. May Apple.
Large and lovely flowers of soft ivory, orange-blossom
scent, sway below great leaf umbrellas. Then lemon-like
edible fruits. For rich open woods. Pkt. 10c; x/% oz 25c;
54 oz. 45c.

♦POLANISIA TRACHYSPERMA — eodk(3-4)36. Spider
Flower. Great heads of airy, spidery blossoms, white with
faintest lilac suffusion. Pkt. 10c.

POLEMONIUM AMOENUM — erbcsth(2-3) 15. A delight¬
ful species, with blossoms of softest, most delicate pink,
in graceful sprays. Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 50c.

POLEMONIUM BOREALE— rsth(2) 10. Pretty little spe¬
cies, with fragrant blue flowers. Pkt. 20c.

POLEMONIUM FORESTI— No data. Pkt. 20c.
POLYANTHUS GIANT YELLOW — Splendid hardy
Primrose. Pkt. 15c.

*POLYGALA CRUCIATA — ornmy(2-3) 10. Clover-like
heads of rosy purple. Pretty in the damp rockery. Pkt. 20c.
POLYGONATUM MIXED— bnsty( 1)50. Solomon’s Seal.
Arching wands, hung with creamy bells; later dangling pur¬
ple berries. Plant with ferns. Pkt. 10c.

♦POLYGONELLA ARTICULATA — eocndk(4)24. Myriads
of tiny white blossoms, that age to rose, are carried airily
on leafless stems. For mixing with cut flowers, or as an
everlasting. Pkt. 10c.

PONTEDARIA CORDATA — cnmh(3-4)50. Showy hardy
aquatic, with tall spikes of beautiful blue blossoms, long-
lasting when cut. It must root in mud, with water above.
Pkt. 15c; 54 oz. 30c.

*POPPY SHIRLEY APRICOT— Silken blossoms of that
lovely coloring that lies between pink and buff. No prettier
annual Poppy than this. Pkt. 10c.

POPPY — See also Papaver.

POTATO — See Solanum tuberosum.

The wealth of plant material that may become avail¬
able has scarce as yet been touched. There are
likely a thousand species worthy of cultivation, for
every one that is already in garden use. Smug com¬
placency sets ill on any of us, when we consider how
little we really know about the materials of garden¬
ing, and how much there is to know.

POTENTILLA A R GUT A — rbndh(3)20. Cream. Pkt. 15c.

POTENTILLA CHRYSANTHA — bh(3)25. Large blossoms
of shining golden yellow. Pkt. 15c.

POTENTILLA DELPHINENSIS— bh(3) 18. Good yellow-
flowered species from Swiss mountains. Pkt. 15c.

POTENTILLA MONTENEGRINA— ebnh(2)20. Showers
of gold when the petals fall, from diffusely, profusely, branch¬
ing sprays. Free-blooming. Pkt. 10c.

POTENTILLA NORVEGICA— nh(2) 18. Clustered yellow
flowers. Suggested for rough naturalizing. Pkt. 10c.

POTENTILLA RECTA — ebndh(3)24. Clustered flowers of
shining yellow. Good in hot, dry places. Pkt. 10c.

POTENTILLA SPLENDENS— rh ( 1 ) 5. Cream. Pkt. 15c.
POTENTILLA TONGUEI — ergh(9)5. Wide-straying mats,
set with apricot blossoms that show ruddy suffusions.
Pkt. 25c.

POTENTILLA TORMENTILLA— Yellow. Pkt. 15c.

PRIMULA VISCOSA — rath(2)8. Many-flowered umbels,

blue to rich violet. A lime-hater. Pkt. 15c.

PROTEA GRANDICEPS — htw. Showy ever-blooming
plant with great coral-rose cup-shaped flower heads, lined
with silky down. Pkt. 15c.

PRUNELLA GRANDIFLORA ROSEA— erx(2-4)8. Rose-
colored flowers in short, thick spikes, over spreading mats.
A very good thing, and easy. Full sun. Pkt. 15c.

PRUNELLA VULGARIS — erbnh(8)25. Flowers of
amethystine purple carried like jewels on cushion heads of
flaky green. Attractive wildling. Pkt. 10c.

PSEUDOLARIX AMABILIS — jk 130 ft. Golden Larch.
Feathery-foliaged branches with pendulous tips. Rich yel¬
low in autumn. Deciduous. Hardy. Pkt. 15c.
PSEUDOPANAX CRASSIFOLIUM— jfy 20 ft. Pkt. 15c.
PSOROLEA ESCULENTA — h(9)15. Indian Bread-root.
Valued by the Indians for the starchy tubers, which they
sliced and dried in the sun. The dried slices were powdered
between stones, and the “flour” was added to stews, or
made into a bread-cake. This plant may be worthy of
selective improvement. The fresh tubers are said to be
good with a salad dressing. Unshowy hardy perennial.
Pkt» 1 5c

PSOROLEA ONOBRYCHIS — bh (2)40. Short spikes of
attractive pea-like purple flowers. Pkt. 15c.

PTELEA TRIFOLIATA — jk 25 ft. Hop Tree. White
flowers and ornamental foliage of glossy green. Pkt. 10c.
PYRACANTHA COCCINEA LALANDI — qjy 15 ft. Fire
Thorn. Corymbs of pretty white flowers, with all-winter
fruits of most intense orange-scarlet. Pkt. 10c.

PYRUS SIEBOLDI — qy 10 ft. Ornamental hardy shrub,
with blossoms of blush pink in spring. Red or yellow
fruits, not much larger than a pea; in Japan made into
preserves after frost. Pkt. 10c.

RANUNCULUS ASIATICUS — Seeds gathered from wild
plants in Palestine. Pkt. 15c.

RANUNCULUS LYALLI — rcmh(2)20. Mountain LUy.
Big white flower cups, centered with golden anther-tassels,
carried well above the glossy leaves. New Zealand.
Pkt. 20c.

RASPBERRY — Fine mixture of edible-fruited sorts, black,
red and yellow. Watch for interesting variants. Pkt. 10c.
RHAMNUS CATHARTICA — qy 12 ft. Rather handsome
hardy plants for strong hedges. Black fruits. Pkt. 10c;
54 oz. 25c; oz. 75c.

RHEUM AUSTRALE— ebh(3) 10 ft. Small-leafed species
from Nepal, with dense towers of purple bloom. Pkt. 15c.
RHEUM RIBES — ebh(2)60. Foot-wide crisped leaves.

Drooping green flowers, then panicles of winged seeds,
blood-red and showy. Persia. Pkt. 15c.

RHEUM UNDULATUM— ebh(2)60. Panicles of creamy
flowers, above enormous undulate leaves. Pkt. 15c
RHEXIA NASHI — rbnmh(3)12. Summer blossoms of
vivid purple over shaggy foliage. Pkt. 20c.

RHUS OVATA — qh 10 ft. A showy Sumach. Pkt. 20c.
RIBES PUMILUM AUREUM — qsy (1) 36. Desirable low
shrub for shade. Showy scarlet berries. Decorative foliage
of soft yellow-green. Pkt. 20c.

ROCK SPRAY — qh 10 ft. Holodiscus discolor. Swaying
branches that carry drooping panicles of ivory-tinted fra¬
grant laciness. Pkt. 15c.

RODGERSIA PODOPHYLLA — bmh(3)50. Immense
bronzed, burnished leaves, with fluffy plumes of cream-
colored bloom. Wonderful pool-side plant. Pkt. 15c.
*ROEMERIA VIOLACEA — Purple poppies. Pkt. 15c.

ROSA DAVURICA — Cinnamon-scented single flowers In
attractive shades of red. Pkt. 10c.

ROSA GALLIC A — Flowers usually pink or red, and single,
but it is a highly variable species, and other colors often
appear, together with double-flowering forms. A parent of
the Hybrid Perpetuals. Pkt. 20c.

ROSE LEMON PILLAR— A climber, with large single
flowers of soft lemon yellow. Pkt. 20c.

ROSA RUBIGINOSA— Sweet-Briar or Eglantine. Large
single flowers of clearest pink. Tall growing, with spicily
scented foliage. Pkt. 10c; Y* oz- 35c.

ROSA SERICEA — Rare Wild Rose from oriental moun¬
tains. Silky leaflets; white flowers. Pkt. 15c.

ROSA SETIGERA — Prairie Queen. Vigorous and attrac¬
tive climber, with big single flowers in July, deep pink or
pure white. Pkt. 10c.

RUDBECKIA MOLLIS — Rather attractive species for dry
places. Orange-yellow flowers. Pkt. 15c.

RUDBECKIA MOSCHATA— No data. Pkt. 10c.

RUMEX ALPINUS — ebh(4)40. Hardy perennial with
decorative seed-panicles. Pkt. 15c.

RUMEX FLEXUOSUS — erbdh(9) 10. Attractive low-grow¬
ing hardy perennial, with massed foliage always a burnished
coppery red. Pkt. 15c.

RUMEX PATIENT A — eh (9) 50. Herb Patience. Valued
for the new crispy leaves in spring, these having a pleasing
flavor when cooked. Leaves can be cut rather continuously
for at least a month, and being of complete hardiness, will
re-appear year after year. Best flavored, heaviest yielding
and earliest of spring greens. Pkt. 5c; Ys oz. 20c.

RUTA PATAVINA — rdh(2-4)8. Aromatic blue-gray foliage,
with pale yellow blossom-stars above. Pkt. 20c.
*SABATIA PANICULATA — ocnamy(3)30. Open cymes
of pure white blossoms. For moist meadows. Pkt. 20c.

♦SABATIA STELLARIS — ocrnmy (3-4) 12. Sea Star, or
Rose of Plymouth. Blossoms of purest pink, but with lemon
inner star, carmine edged. Delightful. Rare. Pkt. 25c.

SALVIA BALLOTAEFLORA— ebndk(3). Rather pretty
violet flowers. Shows possibilities for further development.
Pkt. 15c.

^SALVIA CQLUMBARIAE — eok. Chia. There are
crowded heads of little blue flowers, but the plant interests
us chiefly for its food possibilities. The seeds, which are
yielded profusely, were parched and ground by the Indians,
the dry meal being eaten With honey, or mixed with water
as a gruel. Sometimes corn or acorn meal was added, and
a sort of bread baked from the blend. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 25c.
SALVIA GLOBOSA — eotbh(3)30. White. Pkt. 15c.

SALVIA LEUCANTHA — eqbfh(3)36. Bush Salvia. Shrubby
species. Large white flowers with lavender calyces, are
carried in long racemes. Pkt. 15c.

SALVIA LYRATA — *ebnh(3-4)25. Loosely branching ra¬
cemes of large showy flowers, bright blue with light throat.
Long in bloom. Pkt. 15c.

SALVIA NUTANS— ebk(3)30. Long nodding racemes of
violet blossoms, the individual bloom small, but the effect,
surprisingly good. Pkt. 15c.

SALVIA SIBTHORPI — *ebx(3)30. Spike racemes of small
violet flowers. Possibly annual. Pkt. 10c.

SALVIA TURKESTAN I CUS — *ebx(3)30. Tall branching
stems above big “mullein” leaves. Curiously formed white
flowers, set off by enormous bracts of violet on white.
Sometimes behaves as a biennial. Pkt. 10c.

BANGUI SORB A CANADENSIS — Creamy bloom-spikes.
jPk ^ 15c

SAROTHRA GENTIANOIDES — rnmh(3-4) 12. A dainti¬
ness of little stars of orange gold; then glossy scarlet seed-
pods. Bushy, but near leafless. Pkt. 15c.

SATUREIA GLABELLA— Pkt. 15c.

SATUREIA STENOPHYLLA — erx(2)8. Dainty little
rock garden plants with tiny pink flowers. Pkt. 20c.
SAURURUS CERNUA — nmh(3)2Q. Fluffy spikes of
creamy perfumed bloom. Few flowers are more richly
fragrant. Bog garden. Pkt. 15c.

SAXIFRAGA AIZOIDES— rlt(h)y(2)5. Sprays of bright
yellow stars with blood-red spots. Likes cool, moist soil,
but full sun. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFT' AGA CRUSTATA— rl(h)y(2) 12. White blossom-
stars, purple-marked. Leaves of glossy blue-green, silver
beaded. Pkt. 20c.

SAXIFRAGA MACNABIANA — Desirable hybrid. Spires
of white blossoms, freckled rosy purple. Pkt. 20c.
SCABIOSA GIGANTEA — Said to be showy, but I haven’t
grown it yet, and know little about it. Pkt. 15c.
SCABIOSA LUCIDA — rh(3)9. Pretty lilac-pink flowers
above feathery foliage. Pkt. 15c.

SCABIOSA SILENIFOLIA — rh(3)12. Little tufted ros¬

ettes. Deep violet flowers all summer. Pkt. 15c.
SCHIEVERECKIA BORNMULLERI — rh(2)3. Silky
rosettes, hidden by minute flowers of brilliant white.
Pkt. 20c.

SCIRPUS ERIOPHORUM — cbnmh(9)60. Giant Wool
Grass. Ornamental rush, topped with great nodding clus¬
ters of soft tawny wool. Pkt. 10c.

SCUTELLARIA INTEGRIFOLIA — ebnmx(3) 20. Spikes

of handsome blue-hooded flowers. Pkt. 15c.
SCUTELLARIA VERSICOLOR— rnmh(3)20. Large violet
flowers. Very good. Pkt. 10c.

SENECIO ADONIDIFOLIUS — rbh(2)20. Orange. Pkt. 20c.

SENECIO BALSAMITAE — endh(2)25. Balsam Daisy.
Clustered flowers of bright yellow, above foliage rather
woolly and aromatic. Pkt. 10c.

SENECIO KIRKI— qfh 7 ft. Tinted white. Pkt. 20c.

SENECIO OBOVATUS— enmsth(l-2)25. Pretty clustered
daisies of golden yellow. Naturalizing. Pkt. 10c.
SENECIO SCANDENS— Yellow daisies on a vine. Pk 15c.

SENECIO SPARTOIDES — *ebdx (3)20. Good yellow-flow¬
ered species for dry places, blooming first year. Pkt. 10c.

SEQUOIA GIGANTEA— jk. The Giant Redwood, larg¬
est of trees. Seems fairly hardy at Boston. Pkt. 20c.
SEQUOIA SEMPERVIRENS— jk 250 ft. The Redwood
of the Pacific Coast. Splendid evergreen for the south.
Pkt. 15c.

SHASTA DAISY DOUBLE — ecbh(3-4)25.. Big white
daisies that may be single, or with added petal rows until
they reach full fluffy doubleness. There will be interesting
variants here. Pkt. 15c.

SIBBALDIA MAXIMA — rgmsth. Trailing carpeter. Pkt. 10c.

SIDALCEA LOWFIELD PINK— ebx(2) 50. Big silky flow¬
ers of purest pink, carried in Hollyhock fashion, but more
gracefully. Excellent perennial. Pkt. 15c.

♦SILENE BRACHYPETALA— eox(3-4) 16. The blossoms
open with tawny creaminess, fading white. Pkt. 10c.
SILENE CONICA— Cream. Pkt. 10c.

SILENE CUCUBALUS— *erbk(3)20. White. Pkt. 15c.
SILENE FLAVESCENS— Pale yellow. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE HAENKEANA — rx(3)6. Creamy stars. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE JAPONICA — bx(3)28. Tawny fountains. Pkt. 10c.
SILENE LEPTOCLADA— No data. Pkt. 10c.

SILENE LONGI FOLIA — *erbk(3)20. White. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE MULTICAULIS — ebx(2)5. Buff-cream. Pkt. 15c.
SILENE ORIENTALIS — ecrbx(2-3)24. Clustered rose-
colored flowers. Good. Biennial, but self-sows. Pkt. 15c.
SILENE PORTENSIS — *erbx(3) 16. Much-branched airy
tangles, set with tawny stars. Dusk. Good. Pkt. 15c.
SILENE RUPRECHTI— White. Dwarf. Pkt. 15c.
SILENE SAXIFRAGA — rh(3)16. Grass-green leaves, with
a confusion of wiry stems, each carrying a blossom of
brown-toned white. Dainty and friendly. Pkt. 15c.
SILENE TATARICA — ry(3)14. Rather pretty white flow¬
ers in loose one-sided panicles. Pkt. 15c.

SILENE VISCOSISSIMA— ebx(3)28. Tawny. Pkt. 10c.
SILENE ZAWADSKI — Gray-white, rarely pink-tinted.
Pkt. 10c.

SISYRINCHIUM MEADOW BLEND— ernmh(2) 18. A
mixture of fully hardy species in lavender, steel blue, indigo
and violet. Recommended for meadow naturalizing, or
along streams, but worthy the rock garden. A field of these
in flower, with a bit breeze about, is like a rippling sea of
blue. Sow much of it. Pkt. 10c; Ys oz. 35c.

SOLANUM CRISPUM — ebx(2)100. Clusters of pretty
soft violet flowers, followed by yellow berries. Decidedly
attractive. Stem shrubby, branches herbaceous. From Chile,
and rare. Pkt. 20c.

SOLANUM TUBEROSUM — ek. True Potato. Seedlings
will give curious, and possibly valuable, new forms. The
variations will surprise. Pkt. 15c.

SOLIDAGO CANADENSIS — cbnh(4-5)60. Showy, with
panicles of deep yellow bloom. Pkt. 10c.

SOLIDAGO VIRGAUREA — cbh(4)35. European Golden
Rod. Spreading, crowded flower-sprays of deep yellow.
Handsome border perennial. Pkt. 15c.

SOLIDAGO WESTERN SP. — cbh(5)48. Many wand-
stems, each shingled reversely with tight green leaves, and
ending in long bottle-brush clusters of sunshine yellow. This
may be Solidago elongata. Anyway, it is good. Pkt. 15c.
SORBARIA AITCHISONI — qfsth(3) 84. Branching pan¬
icles of fluffy white. Handsome. Afghanistan. Pkt. 15c.
SPARTIUM JUNCEUJM — qbdnh(3-4 ) 90. Spanish Broom.
Whip-like branches of vivid greenness, but almost without
leaves. These carry many fragrant blossoms in yellow but¬
terfly form. Seems winter-hardy on Long Island. Pkt. 15c.
♦SPECULARIA PERFOLIATA — eodnk(3)20. Odd little

annual for naturalizing, with rather pretty violet flowers.
Pkt. 10c.

SPIREA TOMENTOSA — qbnmh(3)6Q. Tall spires, densely,
fluffily pink. Really good. Pkt. 15c.

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SPRAGUEA UMBELLATA— *rdh(2) 10. Flowers, pink to
Tose, fluffily crowded on radiating stems. Pkt. 25c.

STATICE FILICAULIS— Pkt. 15c.

STRAWBERRY HARZLAND— New. Dark crimson fruit
of rich flavor. Sow seed in late fall or early spring. Pkt. 20c.

STYLLOPHORUM DIPHYLLUM— erbnst.h(2-3) 18. Gold¬
en Celandine Poppy. Flowers of rich yellow. Prefers a bit
of dampish shade. Pkt. 15c.

SUCCISA AUSTRALE— bh(3)36. Scabiosa-like flowers,
lilac, or rarely, cream. Pkt. 15c.

SUCCISA PRATENSIS— bh(3)40. Robust perennial with
flowers that might be blue-violet Cephalaria. Pkt. 15c.
SYMPHIANDRA HOFMANNI— erbx(2) 18. Cream. Pk.l5c.

SYMPLOCUS PANICULATA— qh 15 ft. Sapphire Berry^
In June it drapes itself in creamy richness. Then in fall
there are berry clusters of luminous, lustrous sapphire.
Hardy. Pkt. 15c.

SYNTHYRIS REN I FORM IS — ersth(l-2)8. Massed flowers
of rich, deep blue, in spring. Pkt. 15c.

SYRINGA EMODI — qfy 15 ft. Himalayan Lilac. Dense
terminal blossom-clusters of soft violet. Pkt. 15c.

THALICTRUM DIOICUM — rbnsth(l-2)25. Airy buff-
tinted tassels, above decorative foliage. Pkt. 20c.
TOFIELDIA OCCIDENTALIS — nmh (2) 20. Yellow. Pk.l5c.
TOWNSENDIA EXCAPA— rdh(l)3. Pink. Pkt. 20c.
TRADESCANTIA WESTERN ROSE— erbdh(2) 18. Rich
rose, near red. Mat-forming. Pkt. 20c.

TRILLIUM CERNUUM — Nodding blush-white flowers
with wavy petals. Dwarf. Pretty. Pkt. 20c.

-h TRILLIUM UNDULATUM — Painted Trillium. White

wavy petals with vivid crimson markings. Pkt. 20c.

-TRIPTERIS VAILLANTI — eodk(3-4)28. Immensely
branching, and filled with little daisy-flowers like shining
yellow stars. Good in mass. Pkt. 10c.

TRITONIA UNDULATA — eutw(7) 16. Variable. Pkt. 25c.
TROLLIUS ALBIFLORUS— rm(2)12. White. Pkt. 20c.

TROLLIUS EUROPAEUS — rbmy(2)25. Moon-like flow¬
ers of glossy citron. It has no inhibitions when once es¬
tablished to its liking. Pkt. 15c.

TULBAGHIA SP.— ufh(2). Violet. Pkt. 20c.

TUNICA SAXIFRAGA — *erdx(8)10. The plant is a soft
pink mistiness of blossom haze from June on. Pkt. 5c.

TYPHA LATIFOLIA — nmxlOO. Giant Cat-tail. For marsh
borders. The starchy roots of the Cat-tails were an im¬
portant food source for the Indian. The roots were dried;
then ground into meal. An analysis shows that such meal
is about equal to cornmeal in starch and protein content,
but contains less fats. Pkt. 5c; J4 oz. 20c.

ULMUS AMERICANA— jy 120 ft. The graceful Elm. Pkt.
10c; 14 oz. 20c; 1 oz. 50c.

VERBASCUM LYCHNITES — erbdx(3)36. Flowers, white
or yellow, profuse above woolliness. Pkt. 10c.

VERBENA BONARIENSIS — *ebnx(3-4) 45. Each branch,
and there are tangles of them, ends in a short spike of tiny
lilac florets. Rather good. Argentina. Pkt 15c.

VERBENA VENOSA — *uftrh(3-4) 15. Handsome clustered
flowers, lilac or white, for months. Pkt. 10c.

*VERBESINA ENCELIOIDES — eocdx(3-5)25. Crown-
beard. A really good long-rayed daisy of soft yellow, most¬
ly petal. Makes branching plants, with sparkling foliage.
Resists drought. Pkt. 10c.

VERNONIA BALDWINI— Early. Violet. Pkt. 20c.
VERONICA QUARTERIANA— Blue. Pkt. 15c.
VIBURNUM SCABRELLUM — Good hardy shrub. Pkt. 10c.
VICIA GERARDI— vx. Violet. Pkt. 15c.

*VINCA ROSEA MIXED — eobk(8)20. Easy annuals for
full sun, with succulent branches, and flowers in Begonia
reminder, white, rose or carmine Pkt. 10c.
VINCETOXICUM NIGRUM — Purple twiner. Pkt. 10c.
VIOLA EMARGINATA — ernh(2)5. Dwarf, with many

pretty flowers of light blue. Pkt. 20c.

— VIOLA HALLI — erh(l-2)6. Upper petals velvety black-
purple; lower petals soft yellow with darker lines. Hand¬
some species, but rare and local. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA OCELLATA — ersth(l-2) 10. Pencilled purple on
creamy yellow. Pkt. 25c.

VIOLA VAGINATA— Lavender. Pkt. 15c.
WAHLEMBERGIA GRACILIS — Rare Tasmanian. Pkt. 25c.
WYETHIA AMPLEXICAULE— ebtnh(3-4)40. Spectacu¬
lar giant composite of Sunflower style. For border, or
backgrounds. Pkt. 15c.

ZAUSCHNERIA CALIFORNICA — rbfh(3)20(htw). Hum¬
mingbird Fuchsia. Brilliant vermilion. Pkt. 20c.

*ZINNIA ANGUSTI FOLIA STELLATA — eocx. Star-
blossomed miniature in richly deep colorings. Pkt. 15c.

FINDING LISTS

These lists have been compiled for your assist¬
ance in locating plants for special needs, or for
particular positions. Due to space limitations, it
has not been possible to classify all listings, so
reference to the key letter symbols after each
variety name in the Treasure Chest and in the
General Seed Offer, is suggested.

TERRARIUM PLANTS

It is suggested that following be tried under terrarium
conditions: Darlingtonia, Dionea, Drosera, Hepatica, Hous-
tonia coerulea, Linnea, Lophiola, Maianthemum, Mitchella,
Nertera, Nothothlaspi, Pratia, Pyxidanthera, Sarracenia,
Saxifraga Mertensia, Saxifraga virginensis, Sedum pulchel-
lum, Viola hederacea and Romanzoffia.

CARNIVOROUS PLANTS

For these most weird and curious of plants, see Dionea,
Drosera, Darlingtonia and Sarracenia.

PLANTS WITH BRIGHT BERRIES

Includes herbaceous plants, as well as trees and shrubs.
Many, indeed most of them, hold on pretty well into the
winter, and their brilliancy is, of course, particularly valued
then. See Actea, Arctostaphylos, Berberis, Caulophyllum,
Celastris, Cornus, Gaultheria, Ilex, Euonymus, Maianthe¬
mum, Medeola, Melia, Mitchella, Myrica, Mahonia, Nertera,
Pittosporum, Pyracantha, Solanum, Symplocus, Viburnum,
and, of course, Roses and Cotoneaster.

FOR PAVEMENTS AND STEP CREVICES '

Arenaria balearica, Erinus alpinus, Herniaria, Nertera,
Pratia, Sedum, Thymus, Xanthoxalis and Veronicas offici¬
nalis, saxatilis and repens. Also Mazus, Mentha, Moehringia,
and Petunia parviflora.

FOR BOG OR POOL MARGIN

Acorus, Asclepias pulchra, Caltha, Cassia marilandica,
Cephalanthus, Chamaedaphne, Chelone, Darlingtonia, De¬
codon, Dionea, Drosera, Eriocaulon, Gerardia, Gyrotheca,
Hypericum densiflorum, Jussaea, Iris prismatica, Iris pseud-
acorus, Iris versicolor, Lilium superbum. Lobelia, Lophiola,
Ludwigia, Lythrum, Lysimachia, Mimulus ringens, certain
Orchids, Orontium, Parnassia, Pontedaria, Rhexia, Sagit-
taria, Sarracenia, Saururus, Saxifraga peltata, Scirpus, Sisy-
rinchium, Spirea tomentosa, Triadenum, Pieris, Azalea vis-
cosa, Trollius, Typha, Xerophyllum, Aster nemorialis, Aster
novi-belgii, Lysichitum and Menyanthes.

VINES FROM SEED

Vines, used with discretion, will transform the ugliest
box of a house into a lovely cottage, blending with the
landscape. They will drape a pillar, screen a view, or give
grateful arbor or summer-house shade. With them a wire
fence becomes a colour-splashed hedge; a dingy wall, the
gorgeous back-drop of the garden scene. Plant them prodi¬
gally. Actinidia, Akebia, Ampelopsis, Apios, Bradburyana,
Celastrus, Clematis, Dolichos, Hedera, Hydrangea, Ipomea,
Lathyrus, Mikania, Pachyrrhizus, Passifiora, Rose, Poly¬
gonum, Tecoma, Wisteria, Kraunhia and Vitis.

FOR SCREENS AND BACKGROUNDS

Hollyhock, Helianthus, Hibiscus, Lavateria Anoda has-
tata, Melia, Paulownia, Phytolacca, Piptanthus, Rheum,
Telekia, Tithonia, and, of course, nearly all of the shrubs,
with many of the coniferous evergreens. The taller Wild
Rose species are particularly recommended. Also Onopordon.

SUCCULENTS TENDER ORNAMENTAL

Mesambryanthemum, Lithops, Agave, Aloe, Gasteria,
Campylanthus, Trichodiadema, Stapelia, Kalanchoe, Euphor¬
bia, Cotyledon, Aeonium, Faucaria, Haworthia, Carpobrotus.

SUCCULENTS HARDY ORNAMENTAL

Lewisia, Sedum, Sempervivum, certain Saxifragas,
mania, Yucca, Hesperoyucca,

Manfreda and Talinum.

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Agave Parryi,

Gor-
Euphorbia,

PLANTS WITH INTERESTING FOLIAGE

There are diversities here. Some are included for silvery
or canescent effects, others for summer colorings, or be¬
cause of odd and attractive crispings, undulations or slash¬
ings. Still others are here as splendid tall pillars of hand¬
some leafiness. Then there are a very few of those that
are noteworthy for autumn coloring, but no attempt has
been made to have a full list of such. Amaranthus, Anoda
hastata, Artemesia, Atriplex, Euphorbia, Glaucium, Heu-
chera, certain Hypericums, Hieracium, Kale, Lechea, Lig-
ularia, Perilla, Nyssa, Larix, Rumex flexuosus, Rosa rubn-
folia, Ilex, Salvia argentea. Saxifraga, Sedum. Sempervivum,
Senecio canus, Veronica, Verbascum, and Chrysopsis gossy-
pina.

AQUATIC PLANTS

Here are plants that root in mud, with water above; or
that at least thrive best with excessive moisture. Acorus
Castalia, Eriocaulon, Jussaea, Nelumbium, Nuphar, Nym-
phea, Orontium, Pontedaria, Sagittaria, and Xyris.

FOR RATHER DRY PLACES

Here are plants that are, to a considerable degree, tol¬
erant of heat and drought. Apocynum, Arenaria, Argemone,
Cassia medsgiri, Cassia chamaecrista, Arctostaphylos, Cla-
danthus, Dasystoma, Dicentra chrysantha, Dracocephalum,
Eriogonum, Eriophyllum, Geoprumnon, Helianthemum, Heli-
opsis. Heterotheca, Hieracium, Ionactis, Ipomea leptophylla,
Liatris, Lithospermum, Madea, Malvastrum, Mentzelia,
Monarda, Nicandra, Nigella, Nierembergia, Nuttallia, Oeno¬
thera, Lavauxia, Hartmannia, Kneiffia, Opuntia, Oxalis,
Oxytropis, Papaver, Polygonella, Ruellia ciliosa, Rumex,
Tahoka Daisy, Scottish Heather, Senecio, Solidago, Specu-
laria, Talinum, Tephrosia, Telekia, Teucrium, Tunica, Ulex,
Also Onosma.

FLOWERS OF FRAGRANCE

A few out of many; chosen for pervading volume of
sweetness, or for dainty individuality of perfume. Some
have scented leaves. Achlys, Ambrosia, Azalea viscosa,
Buddleia, Calycanthus, Castalia, Clethra, Dianthus Allwoodi,
Clematis paniculata, Hebenstreitia, Hedychium, Iris gra-
minea, Iris sarnbucina, Lindera, Lilium regale, Malus, Mus-
cari, Magnolia glauca, Nothoscordum, Allium odorum,
Notholaspi, Petunia axillaris, Philadelphus, Saururus, Rose
rubiginosa, Solidago odora, Syringa, Trailing Arbutus, Tri¬
folium alpinum, Viburnum Carlesi, Viola odorata and Xero-
phyllum. Then in kinds offered only as bulbs, see back
cover, there are Hymenocallis, Cooperia, Chlidanthus and
Tuberose.

ORNAMENTAL SHRUBS

This is a partial list only of my shrub seed offerings.
Look for kinds with key letter Mq.” Aesculus, Amelanchier,
Aristotelia, Azalea, Baccharis, Berberis, Buxus, Calycanthus,
Cephalanthes, Clethra. Corokia, Cotoneaster, Cydonia,
Daphne, Eleagnus, Elder, Enkianthus, Euonymus, Exo¬
chorda, Fendlera, Hamamelis, Hymenanthera, Ilex, Kalmia,
Kolkwitzia, Lagerstroemia, Leiophyllum, Leptospermum,
Lindera, Mahonia, Mespilus, Myrica, Tree Peony, Phila¬
delphus, Physocarpus, Pittosporum, Prunus, Pyracantha,
Rhamnus, Rhododendron, Rhodothamnus, Rock Spray,
Roses, Rubus, Spartium, Spirea, Symplocus, Syringa, Ulex,
Vaccinium, Viburnum and Vitex. Also Aronia, Cleroden-
drondron, Elsholtzia, Befaria and Zenobia.

DECIDUOUS TREES FROM SEED

Acer, Ailanthus, Albizzia, Betula, Catalpa, Cercis, Chio-
nanthus, Cornus, Davidia, Diospyrus, Elaeocarpus, Fagus,
Fraxinus, Gleditsia, Hovenia, Ilex, Koelreuteria, Laburnum,
Liquidambar, Liriodendron, Magnolia, Malus, Melicytus,
Nothopanax, Nothofagus, Nyssa, Oxydendrum, Paulownia,
Pennantia, Platanus, Populus, Prunus, Pseudopanax, Ptelea,
Rhododendron arboreum, Robinia, Sophora, Syringa japon-
ica, Tilia, Ulmus and Zelkova. See key symbol “j.”

CONIFEROUS AND OTHER EVERGREENS

Abies, Cedrus, Chamaecyparis, Cryptomeria, Juniperus,
Picea, Pinus,. Pseudotsuga, Taxus, Thuja, Tsuga, and
Sequoia. .While strictly Ginkgo and Larix are deciduous,
their affinities, nevertheless, are with this group. See “j”
symbol.

NEW FRUIT FLAVORS

Here are fruit plants, bushes and trees that may be^
grown from seeds. Most of them have ornamental value
also. Actinidia, Akebia, Amelanchier, Asimina, Blueberry,
Carica, Cornus mas, Cyphomandra, Diospyrus, Elder-berry,
Eleagnus multiflora, Ficus, Gaultheria, Hovenia, Mahonia,
Mespilus, Momordica, Passiflora, Podophyllum, Prunus,
loba, Rosa pomifera, Crataegus pinnatifida and Yucca
baccata. Also Rubus, Raspberry, Pyrus, Vitis, Prinsepia
and Zizyphus.

NEW AND ODD FOOD PLANTS

All the usual vegetables of our gardens, and food crops
of our fields, are simply the results of tamings of wild
plants by our more adventurous ancestors. The world then,
of course, was split into many local worlds, through phys¬
ical limitations and tribal barriers, but with the gradual
melting away of these, through social development, con¬
quest and commerce, the food plants of one group became
to a certain degree, available to all. With greater rich¬
ness of food diversities, and with less constant spur of
incipient famine, the search for additional food plants natur¬
ally came to lack its original impetus. This, though, did
not mean that possibilities had been exhausted. It has
been said that if every food plant species now under cultiva¬
tion were destroyed, it would be possible to make full and
adequate replacement from wild plants, or from plants cul¬
tivated by primitive races.

The following are suggested as food, relish or beverage
plants, for cautious experimentation. Not all, of course,
are wildlings. Some of them have long had limited or
local use. Allium tricoccum, Apios, Acer saccharum,
Asclepias cornuti, Calandrinia caulescens, Caltha, Camassi®
quamash. Campanula rapunculus, Carum oreganum, Ceano-
thus americanus, Chenopodium Bonus-Henricus, Fagus,
Geum rivale, Helianthus tuberosus, Lindera, Medeola,
Montia, Nelumbium, Oenothera biennis, Orontium, Pachy-
rrhizus, Ginkgo, Pinus cembra, Pinus Lambertiana, Phy¬
tolacca, Rumex patienta, Sagittaria, Salvia columbariae,
Lotus, Phytolacca, Meum, Typha, Aralia, Silene cucubalus,
Physalis, Psorolea esculenta and Cucumis metuliferous.

SHADE-TOLERANT PLANTS

The kinds listed have varying degrees of adaptability to
shade or partial shade. See descriptions. Actea, Agrimonia,
Amsonia, Anemone, Anemonella, Anemonopsis, Aruncus,
Asarum, Aster, Blephilia, Caulophyllum, Chimaphila, Cimci-
fugia, Claytonia, Clintonia, Collinsia verna, Convallaria,
Corchoropsis, Cornus canadensis, Corydalis, Dasystoma,
Disporum, Erigenia, Erythronium, Eupatorium coelestinum,
Eupatorium Fraseri, Ferns, Fritillaria, Geranium, Glaucid-
ium, Hepatica, Hydrophyllum, Jeffersonia, Liatris, Lilium
giganteum, Lilium philadelphicum, Linnea, Lupinus, Ma¬
honia, Maianthemum, Meconopsis, Medeola, Mertensia,
Monotropa, Morina, Mulgedium, Myosotideum, Nemophila,
Oakesia, Orchids, Podophyllum, certain Polemoniums, Poly-
gonatum, Poterium, Primula, Pyrola, Romanzoffia, Roscoea,
Sanguinaria, Saxifraga, Schizocodon, Shortia, Silene stellata,
Smilacina, Solidago erecta, Stenanthium, Thalictrum, Ther-
mopsis, Tiarella, Trailing Arbutus, Tricyrtis, Trillium, Uvu-
laria, Veronica officinalis, Violet, Xerophyllum, Vancouveria.

FLOWERS FOR NATURALIZING

Here are kinds for naturalistic sowings, ones that will
run wild, and thereafter maintain themselves against com¬
petition of other plants. Not all, of course, are suitable
for the same conditions, but the key letters in each listing
will tell you their needs and fitnesses. Agrostemma, Amsonia,
Anthemis, Antirrhinum orontium, Corydalis sempe rvirens,
Aquilegia canadensis, Aster, Cassia, Centaurea maculosa,
Chelidonium, Chrysopsis, Collinsia, Coreopsis, Cuphea peti-
olata, Dasystoma, Datura tatula, Dracocephalum moldavica,
Eupatorium, Ferns, Gentiana, Gerardia, Helianthus, Heliop-
sis, Heterotheca, Hibiscus, Belamcanda, Houstonia, Hyperi¬
cum, Impatiens, Ionactis, Iris prismatica, Iris pseudacorus.
Iris versicolor, Linaria canadensis, Ludwigia, Lupinus, Lych¬
nis, Malva moschata, Mimulus ringens, Nabulus, Nicandra,
Oenothera, Orchids, Papaver, Petalostemon, Petunia axil¬
laris, Podophyllum, Polanisia, Prunella, Ranunculus, Rhexia,
Rudbeckia,. Sanguinaria, Saponaria, Scilla, Scottish Heather,
Senecio, Silene stellata, Sisyrinchium, Smilacina, Solidago,
Specula.ria, Stokesia, Tephrosia, Triadenum, Verbascum,
Vernonia, Viola nigra, Viola papillionacea, Viola Rafinesqui,
Viola lanceolata, Xyris and Yucca.

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ORNAMENTALS FOR TUB CULTURE

FLOWERS FOR CUTTING

Larger ornamentals, suitable for culture in tubs or large
pots, in window or conservatory. Many of these may be
set outside during the summer, and carried over winter in
a light cellar. Agapanthus, Agave, Aloe, Brugmansia,
Camellia, Carica, Doryanthes, Echium, Beschorneria, Ery-
thrina, Eucalyptus, Ficus, Canarina, Guava, Hesperoyucca,
iagerstroemia, Hedychium, Neriurn, Orange Calamondin.
Phoenix, Phormium, Poinsettia, Protea, Punica, Puya, and
Zizyphus. Also Musa, Acanthus and Gardenia.

HOUSE or POT PLANTS

Allamanda, Anigozanthus, Asclepias curassavica. Azalea
Kurume, Azalea Indica, Begonia, Campylanthus, Canarina,
Clerodendron, Clivia, Conandron, Costus, Cuphea ignea,
Cyclamen Rococo, Darlingtonia, Dionea, Drosera, Eucomis,
Euphorbia, Ferns, Fuchsia, Gazania, Gloxinia, Guava,
Humea, Iris gracilepes. Iris japonica, Ornamental Kale,
Libertia, Nertera, Orchids, Parochetus, Pelargonium, Poin¬
settia, Rivina, Sarracenia, Sisyrinchium, Stapelia, Strelitzia,
Streptocarpus, Torenia, Alonsoa, Codonopsis, Carnation, and
Nierembergia. Also Maurandia, Celsia, Chironia, Cineraria,
Coleus, Commelina, Diplarrhena, Blandfordia, Ipomea,
Leschenaultia, Humea, Rivinia, Strobilanthes, Petunia, Phy-
gelius, Talinurn, Cornptonia, Chorizema and T^mpletonia.
Likewise see Cactus, Tender Succulents, Tub Plants and
Forcing Bulbs. Symbols “ht” and “ut.”

HARDY BULBS FROM SEED

The kinds listed here are reasonably winter-hardy in the
■open ground, most of them, indeed, fully so. A few will
require protection of mulching. See descriptions. Allium,
Arisaema, Arum, Begonia Evansiana, Bloomeria, Brevoortia,
Brodiaea, Calliprora, Callirhoe, Calochortus, Camassia, Cod¬
onopsis, Chionodoxa, Chlorogalum, Colchicum, Crocus,
Eranthis, Eremurus, Erigenia, Erythronium, Fritillaria,
Galanthus, Hemerocallis, Hookera, Hyacinth, Hypoxis hir-
sutis, Incarvillea, Ipomea leptophylla, certain Irises, Ixio-
lirion, Lewisia brachycalyx, Lewisia rediviva, Liatris, Lil-
ium, Belamcanda, Lycorus, Muscari, Narcissus, Nomocharis,
Nothoscordum, Ornithogalum pyramidale, Ostrowskya,
Paeonia, Paradisea, Puschkinia, Ranunculus, Rhexia virgin-
ica, Roscoea, Rumex venosus, Schizostylis, Scilla, Talinurn
calycinum, Triteleia, Tulipa, Verbena venosus, Wachen-
dorffia, Zygadenus. It will be noted that in this and the
other Bulb Finding Lists, no attempt has been made to con¬
fine the classifications to those species that produce what
are technically bulbs, but instead everything that is com¬
monly called a bulb has been included; indeed anything
-t;hat has bulb-like characteristics, and that may be handled
as a bulb.

BULBS NEEDING WINTER STORAGE

The species here are those that must be handled in same
manner as Gladiolus, digging in late autumn, and carrying
over winter in a cool cellar or other frost-proof storage
place. Amaryllis formosissima, Alstroemeria, Antholyza,
Bessera, Commelina coelestis, Cooperia, Cosmos diversifolius,
Crocosmia, Cypella, Dahlia, Dierama, Eustylis, Gladiolus,
Gloriosa, Hedychium, Homeria, Hyacinthus candicans,
Lapeyrousia, Milla, Nemastylis, Pachyrrhizus, Thomsonia,
Calla, Tigridia, Salpingostylis, Sandersonia, Tritonia, Wat-
sonia, Zephyranthes, Arum, Dracunculus, and Amorpho-
phallus.

BULBS FOR POT CULTURE UNDER GLASS

Amaryllis, Antholyza, Aristea, Babiana, Calla, Chloro-
galum, Cyrtanthus, Freesia, Gladiolus tristis, Gloriosa,
Hedychium, Hesperanthera, Hesperocallis, Hexaglottis,
Homeria, Lapeyrousia, Hypoxis stellata, Ixia, Lachenalia,
Leucocoryne, certain Liliums, Melasphaerulea, Morea,
Ornithogalum, Pancratium, Rhexia virginica, Romulea,
Ruellia tuberosa, Sandersonia, Schizostylis, Scilla peruviana,
Sparanthera, Sparaxis, Streptanthera, Synotia, Triteleia,
Tritonia, Vallota, Veltheimia, Eucomis, Wachendorffia, and
Watsonia. Also Cipura.

FOR HEDGE PLANTING

This list is far from complete, but all named are worthy.
Some are for low hedges and edgings, others for taller walls
of living green. Check descriptions carefully. < Berberis,
Buxus, Caragana, Citrus trifoliata, Gleditsia, Hibiscus, Ilex
cpaca, Maclura, Picea, Rhamrms, Robinia, Rosa rugosa,
Teucrium, Thuja, Tsuga and Lilac.

There are so many suitable for this, that it is impossible
to more than call attention to a certain few. Any species
with key symbol “c” in the list, has possibilities for cutting.
Allium, Anemone, Aquilegia, Ambrosia, Asperula, Asclepias,
Aster, Astilbe, Bidens, Buddleia, Camassia, Campanula,
Caryopteris, Catananche, Clematis, Cosmos diversifolius,
Dianthus Allwoodi, Dicentra, Echinacea, Eupatorium, Fun-
kia, Gilia, Gillenia, Gloriosa, Gypsophila, Helianthus, Eu-
stoma, Gerardia, Dasystoma, Malva moschata, Monarda,
Nierembergia, Tahoka Daisy, Pentstemon, Petalostemon,
Physostegia, Wild Roses, Rubus deliciosus. Sabatia, Senecio
elegans, Stokesia, Xercphyllum, Anoda, Salpiglossis, Wall¬
flower, Marigold, Francoa, Callirhoe, Galium, Arctotis,
Antirrhinum. Centaurea, Scabiosa, Delphinium, Liatris,
Solidago, Platycodon, Campanula, Belamcanda, Verbena,
Cephalaria.

STRAWFLOWERS FOR WINTER BOUQUETS

Anaphallis, Belamcanda, Carthamus, Celastris, Euonymus,
Gomphrena, Helipterum, Iris Gladwyn, Limonium, Nelum-
bium, Polygonella, Rumex venosus, Eriophorum, Scripus
and Scottish Heather. Also Actinotis and Centaurea leucopis.

FOR THE HARDY PERENNIAL BORDER

Here are named only a few outstanding kinds. For very
many more most excellent border species, look for key
Symbol “b.” Aconitum, Allium, Althea pallida, Aquilegia,
Asclepias, Asphodeline, Aster, Astragalus, Baptisia, Belam¬
canda, Bellflower, Cytisus, Delphinium, Digitalis, Caryop¬
teris, Campanula, Cephalaria, Chrysopsis, Echinocea, Eupa¬
torium, Gaura, Geoprumnon, Hartmannia, Hedysarum, Heli¬
anthus orgyalis, Hemerocallis, Hibiscus, Inula, Ipomea lep¬
tophylla, Kitaibella, Koellia, Lathyrus, Liatris, _ Linaria
pancici, Lobelia, Lupinus, Manfreda, Meconopsis, Michauxia.
Monarda, Mulgedium, Nabalus, Nuttallia, Papaver, Pent¬
stemon, Paradisea, Physostegia, Piptanthus, Rheum, Rod-
gersia, Roses, Rudbeckia, Salvia, Sidalocea, Smilacina, Soli¬
dago, Spartium, Sphaeralcea, Spirea tomentosa, Stokesia,
Swertia. Thalictrum. Thermopsis, Tradescantia, Tritoma.
Ulex, Verbascum, Verbena, Vernonia, Veronica, Yucca.
Also Betonica, Echinops, Elsholtzia, Isatis, Phygelius, and
Succisa.

GROUND COVER AND CARPETING PLANTS

Abronia, Arctostaphylos, Asarum, Callirhoe, Chiogenes,
Arenaria, Epimedium, Gaultheria, Hedera, Herniaria, Hiera-
cium pilosella, Ipomea hederacea, Iris Gladwyn. Hypericum
reptans, Maianthemum, Mitchella, Morongia, Potentilla tri-
dentata, Pratia, Salix, Sedum, Strophostyles, Thymus, Rosa
Wichuriana, Veronica officinalis, Veronica repens, Veronica
Tourneforti, Viola lanceolata, Viola papillionacea, Viola
striata, Xanthoxalis, and, naturally, the three “grass substi¬
tutes,” Achillea millefolium, Anthemis nobilis and Turfing
Daisy. Also Fragaria vesca, Polygonum, Vancouveria and
Galium verum. Watch for key letter “g.”

FOR THE ROCK GARDEN

This catalog lists such a vast number of species suitable
for the rock garden that it will be possible to suggest here
but a small fraction of the total. For others, look for key
symbol “r.” Acaena, Adenophora, Allium, Anemone, An
tirrhinum, Aquilegia, Arenaria, Ascyrum, Callirhoe Cam
panula, Chaenorrhinum, Chrysanthemum Mawi, Chryso
gonum, Codonopsis, Corydalis, Cyananthus, Delphinium
Dianthus, Dicentra, Dodecatheon, Epilobium, Erodium
Erysimum, Erythrea, Eschscholtzia tenuifolia, Fritillaria
Gentian, Geranium, Gypsophila. Helianthemum, Hesperis
Houstonia, Hypericum, Incarvillea, lonactis, Iris, Jasione
Lathyrus, Lewisia, Leiophyllum, Liatris, certain Lilies
Linaria, Linum, Lithospermum, Malvastrum coccineum
Morongia, Myosotis, Nertera, Notothlaspi, Oenothera, Om
phalodes, Onosma, Oxytropis, Paeonia Browni, Parochetus
Pentstemon, Pratia, Phlox, Phyteuma, Polemomum Poten
tilla Primula, Rhexia, Rhodothamnus, Ruellia, babatia
Sarothra, Saxifraga, Schizocodon, Scorzonera, Sedum, hem
pervivum, Shortia, Silene, Soldanella, Spigclia, ,^te**aria
Alpine Strawberry, Streptanthus. Strophostyles. Symphi
andra, Tahoka Daisy, Talinurn, Tephrosia Thymus, Tra
descantia, Trifolium. Verbascum. Veronica. Vestcaria, Viola
Wulfenia, Zephyranthes. Also Cuthbertia, Duchesnea, Inula
Indi^ofera, Monardella, Polygonum. Ramondia. Anacyclis
Celmisia, Prunella, Galium, Ceratostigma, Satuieia, Andro
sace, Douglasia.

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BULB FLOWERS

For Spring Planting

PLEASE NOTE— Bulbs are not post-paid. If wanted by
mail, add 5% east of Pittsburgh and north of Potomac,
10% beyond to the Mississippi, and 15% for destinations
further west, to cover packing and postage. If no such
allowance is made, I shall understand that shipment by col¬
lect express is desired. I guarantee safe arrival and freedom
from freezing in transit, when shipping date is left to my
option.

CANADIAN CUSTOMERS desiring bulbs, will
please apply to the Commissioner of Agriculture at
Ottawa for the necessary permits and tags, before
ordering.

AMARYLLIS FORMOSISSIMA — Garden Amaryllis. Large
and fantastic flowers of richest crimson with golden glints.
Blooms splendidly, and quickly, in the garden, or may be
forced. As easy as Gladiolus, and handled altogether in
same way. See illustration , page 9. 2 for 35c; 7 for $1.00,

25 for $3.25.

MILLA BIFLORA— The desirable White Star Lily. See
description on page 28, and illustration on page 31. Rare.
Gladiolus culture. 60c each; 3 for $1.50.

BESSERA ELEGANS — Coral Drop. . Big open clusters
of coral blossoms, striped white. Long in bloom. 30 inches.
Easy. Gladiolus culture. Rare. Each 35c; 3 for $1.00.

SAUROMATUM GUTTATUM — Monarch of the East.
Spectacular. See illustration, page 12. Withdrawn this
season for further propagation.

NEMASTYLIS COELESTINA — A very lovely bulb-flower,
with big blossoms of clean, dew-fresh sky-blue, the anthers
golden. In bloom for many weeks in late spring and early
summer, new flowers each day. Shade tolerant. Handle
bulbs like those of Tigridia. Each 35c; 3 for $1.00.

DIOSCOREA BULBIFERA — Quick and highly ornamental
vine, growing from a thick tuber that will store over winter
under same conditions as Gladiolus or Dahlia. The beauty
of the vine is in the rich foliage, heart-shaped leaves of a
polished glossiness. New tubers, said to be edible, are
formed in the leaf-axils. This vine has my thorough recom¬
mendation. Each 20c; 3 for 50c.

GOLDEN ASPHODEL — Asphodeline luteum is a fully
hardy tuberous-rooted species of quite spectacular effect
when its towering spires of golden stars are showing. Called
“King’s Spear.” Like Peony, it rarely blooms the season that
it is transplanted, but the twisted, silver-dusted foliage
rosettes are handsome enough in themselves, to compensate
delay. Each 35c; 3 for $1.00.

ALLIUM MONTANUM — Great domes of clustered blos-
«r:rr> stars in opalescent shades, silvery lilac to deepest blue-
violet. Two feet. In bloom for about two summer months.
Of fullest hardiness. Makes thick rhizome-like roots. Good
divisions, 25c each; 3 for 60c.

BLACKBERRY LILY — This most interesting plant, Bel-
amcanda chinensis, seems to be a sort of connecting link
between Ixia and Iris. The foliage and the root habit are
Iris-like, but the blossoms, carried high on slender branch¬
ing stems in informal sprays are those of Ixia, yet the color¬
ing would be odd in either family, for it is an apricot-tinged
orange, spotted freely with rich crimson. After the flowers
come ornamental seed clusters, like great glossy blackberries.
These are often cut, then dried to use in winter decorations.
The blossoms, too, make a nice cut flower. The Blackberry
Lily is winter-hardy. 40 inches. 20c each; 3 for 50c;
7 for $1.00.

BEGONIA EVANSIANA — It is a handsome tuberous
rooted species of decided winter-hardiness in the open
ground. At Philadelphia it needs but the slightest of pro¬
tection, but farther north, or in particularly exposed
locations, it should be given a mulching of straw or litter
in late autumn. It is loaded for months with large flowers
of delightful pink. Bulbs planted directly in border in
April, will give long season of autumn bloom. If started
early in-doors, of course, blooming will begin sooner. No
orders for this item accepted after April 15th. Each 40c.

AMARYLLIS EQUESTRE — Blossoms of beautiful glowing
salmon orange. May be handled in garden, gladiolus fashion,
or as a pot bulb. Unfortunately a bit shy in blooming, but
lovely enough to compensate for delay. Size B, 3 for 40c;

9 for $1.00.

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MONTBRETIA BLEND — It will gfve border clumps of
flaming gorgeous coloring in continuous and profuse show¬
ing from mid-summer to latest autumn. Nothing brighter.
This mixture has varied shades of yellow, salmon, orange
and scarlet. Do not let bulbs dry out before planting.
They can be put in as early as the ground can be worked.
Almost hardy, but safest way is to dig bulbs in fall, and
store over winter, packed in sand or soil, in the cellar.

3 for 25t ; 10 for 70c; 25 for $1.50.

HYACINTHUS CANDICANS— Giant Summer Hyacinth.
Stately feur-foot spikes of pendant, creamy bells. Gladiolus
culture. Illustrated, page 31. 3 for 25c; 10 for 75c.

ASCLEPIAS TUBEROSA— Butterfly Flower. Usually bril¬
liant orange, but may vary from sulphur to flaming scarlet.
Blooming size tubers, 2 for 25c; 5 for 50c; 11 for $1.00.

PANCRATIUM ILLYRICUM— Chalice blossoms of purest
whiteness, with long, ribbon-like guard petals. The flowers
are carried in umbel-clusters on twenty-inch stems, and
about them there is a suggestion of perfume-haunted
breezes from orange groves of some brighter sun-land. June
and July. Store bulbs in winter. Each 40c; 4 for $1.50.

THE HARDY CACTUS — This is Opuntia opuntia, a true
Cactus of iron-clad winter hardiness, even into Canada.
It branches pad on pad, to form bushy plants two feet
across, and possibly 18 inches high. The blossoms are like
immense single roses of soft satiny yellow. Established
plants are loaded with bloom for many weeks. Give good
drainage and full sun. Single pads are supplied. Plant these
so lower edge is covered with one inch of soil. While
wrinkled and leathery when you get them, they will quickly
strike root and plump out. 3 for 25c; 10 for 65c.

OPUNTIA POLYCANTHA — Another, and quite different
species, that is of the same full winter hardiness as the last.
Here there is a bluish caste to the pad, and the spines
are long and silvery; the blossoms, too, are different, sort
of lemon-suffused cream, with orange base. Single pads, 2
for 25c; 10 for $1.00.

OX A US FOR THE GARDEN

There is an elfin daintiness about the exquisitely formed
blossoms of Oxalis, and an unrestrained prodigality of
colorful blooming, that gives them an appeal beyond that
of many a more ambitious flower. Beside their value for
edgings, to which, by the way, the rich beauty of their lush
foliage recommends them, as well as their spendthrift flow¬
ering, they are particularly intriguing when clumped in
the rock garden. Then those who like bedding effects will
likewise find them surprisingly good material. " They are in
flower for months, practically ever-blooming. This is a
mixture of four color varieties, deep pink, old rose, white
and violet. It should be noted that there will be much
variation in size of bulb, since certain of the kinds make
naturally large bulbs, and others small. They all fit well
together, though, at flowering time. The bulbs may be dug
in fall, and stored over winter. Gladiolus fashion; or the cost
is so low that you may prefer not to bother with digging,
but instead, simply to procure a fresh supply each season.
10 for 25c; 25 for 50c; 60 for $1.00; 100 for $1.50.

OXALIS LATI FOLIA — Rather rare summer-flowering
Oxalis, of high merit for edgings, rock gardens, bedding or
window boxes. Ever-blooming. Clover-like foliage. Pretty
blossoms of violet-lavender in great profusion. 8 for 25c-
20 for 50c; 50 for $1.00.

OXALIS DIEPPI ALBA — Another excellent summer
Oxalis, this time with flowers of diaphanous white. 10 for
25c; 25 for 50c; 60 for $1.00

LEMON DAY LILY

The Lemon Lily,. Hemerocallis flava, has been a garden
favorite, for generations, and rightly so. Sprays of lemon-
hued, richly perfumed trumpets in late spring. Three feet.
Delightful for cutting, or in border. Like all Hemerocallis
species, it is of fullest hardiness. Each 25c; 3 for 60c.

DOLLAR BULB SPECIAL — Here are unusual and
delightful bulbs for the summer garden. All are of
easiest culture, handled just like Gladiolus. Included
are 2 Garden Amaryllis formosissima (crimson), 8
Exquisite Fairy Lilies Mixed (description on op¬
posite page), 10 Gay Summer Oxalis (mixed colors),
and 5 Tuberose Mexican (perfume of orange blos¬
som). Altogether there are twenty-five bulbs, in
gorgeous color range, for only ONE DOLLAR. (See
note above for needed postage.)

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GLORIOSA ROTHSCHILDIANA— Glory Lily. Big blos¬
soms of gorgeous ruby, gold-margined. Will bloom freely
in garden, or may be forced. See description on page 19.
Good tubers. Each 35c; 3 for $1.00.

ACIDANTHERA BICOLOR — Pretty Ethiopian rarity, easy
if handled just like Gladiolus. Lovely and graceful cream-
colored blossoms, chocolate blotched. Long in bloom. Two
feet. Each 25c; 3 for 65c.

ACIDANTHERA MURIELAE — New species from western
Abyssinia, taller growing than the last, to forty inches.
Long-tubed, wide-spreading blossoms of purest white, with
rich maroon-black blotch. Botanists disagree as to classifi¬
cation of this species, some making it a Gladiolus; but what
odds, in either genus it is still a beauty. Each 50c; 3 for $1.25.

HYMENOCALLIS SPECIES — White chalice-flowers, rag¬
ged edged and fragrant. Excellent for cutting or garden
decoration. Likely more than one species here, but all
good. Gladiolus culture. 3 for 25c; 9 for $1.00.

WINE CUPS — This is Callirhoe involucrata, a magnifi¬
cently showy half-trailer for the front of the border, the
rockery, the terrace, or to carpet a dry bank. Big cups
of showy wine-crimson for months. Revels in heat and
drought. Good solid tubers, each 25c; 3 for 65c; 5 for $1.00.

COMMEL1NA COELESTIS — Sky Flower. Bluest of all
blues. Blooms for months. Tubers like those of Dahlia, and
stored over winter in same manner. For further description,
see listing in The Treasure Chest. Illustration on page 9.
3 for 40c; 8 for $1.00.

COMMELINA COELESTIS WHITE PANSY — Enamel
white. Not related to Pansy, but gives Bush Pansy effect.
3 for 50c; 7 for $1.00.

GLADIOLUS AVALON BLEND — An actual blending of
newer and finer named sorts : rose, pink, apricot, salmon,
orange, bronze, copper, tangerine, buff, golden, and primrose,
with red, scarlet and maroon. Then there are all the rich
“pansy” shades, velvet purple, violet, amaranth, blue and
lavender, with others mauve or opalescent; and white, of
course, pure or tinted. I make this mixture up myself.
Only large-flowered sorts of robust habit are included. It is
really a unique blend. Nothing quite like it has been
offered. 10 for 50c; 25 for $1.00; 100 for $3.50.

GLADIOLUS DIVERSITIES — Here arc those curiously
tinted and oddly marked kinds that fit no other classification:
smokies, ashes of rose, weird overlays, contrasting blotch-
ings, with marbled and peacock-eye types. Some are
brightly starred, others netted, pin-striped, or with rainbow
variegations; and there will be the always distinctive mauve,
purple and violet shades, with other strange beauties. You
will scarce believe your own eyes when the Diversities
come into bloom. 9 for 50c; 19 for $1.00; 100 for $4.50.

GLADIOLUS BYZANTINUS— A winter-hardy species,
but in north, or exposed locations, better mulch planting
with straw or litter in late autumn. Long spikes of rich
amaranth-red flowers, individually not large, but neverthe¬
less showy. Makes a striking hardy border accent. Each
35c; 3 for $1.00.

GLADIOLUS DRACOCEPHALUS — A species with most
curious flowers, neither large enough nor bright enough to
be beautiful; weird rather. It is well-named, for the flowers
are of pinched “dragon-head” form. The ground color is an
odd green-yellow, closely pin-striped with purple. Its major
value will be as a parent in hybridizing experiments, to
introduce unusual color effects. 4 for 25c; 9 for 50c; 19
for $1.00.

CRINUM LONGIFOLIUM — A beautiful and interesting
flowering bulb of the Amaryllis family, with wide, arching,
ribbon-like leaves two to three feet long, giving an exotic
and tropical effect. In early summer robust flower-stalks
appear, each crowned with a cluster of thick waxen trum¬
pets, white or palest blush, shading to deep rosy pink. Lasts
a long time in blossom, and sometimes flowers again in au¬
tumn. Seems to be fully winter-hardy at Philadelphia and
New York, if mulched with litter, but to be on the side of
safety, better plant deeply in a not overly exposed location.
In colder areas planting in cold frame might be good in¬
surance, or the bulbs may be dug in late autumn, and stored
in dry sand or soil in cellar over winter. Big, flowering-
size, bulbs. Each 65c; 2 for $1.25; 5 for $3.00.

J^****-*1^ BLEND — The lovely and varied Shell-flowers.

Treasure Chest for full description. Exceedingly showy
While variations of red, orange and yellow will dominate
there will be a proportion of pink and rose, with even oc¬
casional white or lavender. Plant bulbs as soon as possible
after receiving them. 2 for 25c; 6 for 65c; 10 for $100*
25 for $2.25.

I UBiiROSE EARLY MEXICAN — Flowers that seem
carved from white wax. Orange blossom perfume. Fine
for border or cutting. 10 for 40c; 22 for 75c.

TUBEROSE SPECIAL STRAIN — Grows taller than Mex¬
ican Tuberose, and possibly flowers longer. Blossoms,
though, are much the same, but foliage, every leaf, is mar¬
gined with a sharply defined band of creamy white. The
plants are most decorative in border or garden. A splendid
strain. 3 for 25c; 10 for 70c; 25 for $1.50.

CALLA ALBO-MACULATA — A satisfactory garden Calla
Lily, with arrow-shaped leaves, white-spotted, and flower-
spathes of richest cream. See illustration, page 9. Each 25c*
5 for $1.00.

CALLA ELLIOTT I AN A — The great Golden Calla Lily.
Will bloom freely in garden, and tubers may be dug in
fall and stored in cellar over winter. Most striking. Each
35c; 3 for $1.00.

VARIEGATED BULB GRASS — A pretty ornamental grass
with striped and variegated leaves. Excellent for edgings,
or for border clumps. Botanically it is Arrhenatherum
elatius tuberosum variegatum, but don’t let this linear name
keep the very real beauty of the plant from you. Just call
it Variegated Bulb Grass, as I do. Hardy. 18 inches.
Grows from Crocus-like tubers. 8 for 25c; 25 for 65c;
45 for $1.00.

THE EXQUISITE FAIRY LILIES

Dainty and charming flowers over a long season, with
easiest cultural habits, mark this group of closely related
bulbs. Delightful in the garden, but will do wonderfully,
too, in pots or window boxes. They bloom profusely after
each shower. Water well in drought. Store bulbs in winter,
as you would those of Gladiolus.

COOPERIA PEDUNCULATA— Evening Star. Richly per¬
fumed flowers of pink-tinged white, all summer. Long stems.
Illustrated, page 9. 3 for 35c; 9 for $1.00; 25 for $2.50.

CHLIDANTHUS FRAGRANS — Gold Flower. A miniature
garden Amaryllis. Rich yellow trumpets, sweetly perfumed.
Size B, 3 for 25c; 8 for 50c; 18 for $1.00.

ZEPHRYANTHES CARINATA — The blossoms, a full
three inches across, open a rich shade of rose that gradually
softens to clear pink. An exquisite beauty. Blooms after
each shower from June to November. 2 for 25c; 5 for 50c;

II for $1.00; 25 for $2.00.

ZEPHYRANTHES AJAX — Primrose Lily. Creamy yellow
blossoms, blu&h-tinted, in uttermost profusion for many
months. Each clump of it becomes a graceful foot-high sheaf
of bloom. 4 for 35c; 12 for $1.00; 25 for $1.85.

ZEPHYRANTHES CANDIDA— Crocus Lily. Large blos¬
soms of snowy whiteness, from August on. Rich green
foliage. Edgings or rockeries. 4 for 25c; 10 for 50c; 25 fbr
$1.00; 100 for $3.00.

ZEPHYRANTHES CITRINA— Citron Lily. A rare species,
with blossoms of pure citron yellow, bronze-shaded in re¬
verse. 2 for 25c; 5 for 50c; 11 for $1.00.

FAIRY LILY BLEND — A mixture made up from the six
kinds offered above. Here is surprise-ful enjoyment at low
cost. Not less than 50c worth sold. 8 for 50c; 17 for $1.00;
100 for $5.00.

LILY OF THE VALLEY

Everyone knows this lovely perfumed flower, with its droop¬
ing bells of dainty waxen whiteness. It is hardy, increases
rapidly when once it feels at home, and really prefers those
shady corners (if the soil be not dry and baked) where il
is hard to get other things to grow. Try it on the north
side of the house, or colonize it where shrubbery archea.

LILY OF THE VALLEY WHITE BELLS— Charming
white bells, pendant in graceful sprays. Sturdy individua.
pips, field grown. 10 for 40c; 30 for $1.00; 100 for $2.65

LILY OF THE VALLEY PINK BELLS— In this truly
rare variety, the blossoms are suffused with pink. GoOc
pips, 3 for 50c; 7 for $1.00.

BULBS ARE NOT QUOTED POSTPAID. See
note under heading on preceding page for instructions
for postage and packing remittance in case bulbs are
desired by mail.

CINNAMON VINE — Quick-growing and handsome glossy¬
leaved vine. Roots fully winter hardy, and permanent.
Particularly effective on fence or trellis. 3 for 25c; 10
for 70c.

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