CARTERS
CATALOGUE
GARDEN
AND LAWN
SEEDS
1919 .
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102-106. CHAM BER OF COM MERCE BUILDING
BOSTON, mass.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS.
THE CARTER MULTIPLE UNIT SYSTEM.
OUR CHIEF NOVELTY.
REGISTERED NUMBERS
For the convenience of our customers when ordering Seeds and checking our bills, and to expedite the execution of
orders, we have allotted registered numbers to all Seeds offered in this Catalog, as it is much easier to write “No. 6 —
20 cents,” than “one ounce Carters Crimson Ball Beet — 20 cents.” We therefore urgently request our customers to
order by number and price only.
CONTENTS OF PACKETS.
All Vegetable and Flower Seeds are offered by weight, measure, or number of Seeds, according to circumstances,
packets containing unstated quantities being practically eliminated.
Large Seeds, such as Peas, Beans, Corn, etc., arc offered by the J4 pint, Vl pint, pint, and quart. Small Seeds by the
J4 oz., y% oz., % oz., K oz., Vi oz., 1 oz., M lb-, and 1 lb. Flower seeds and very choice Vegetable Seeds are offered
by number of seeds.
THE CARTER MULTIPLE UNIT SYSTEM FROM THE BUYER’S POINT OF VIEW.
By packing and offering our Seeds as above, our customers can buy as many seeds as they require, an innovation
which we believe will be very popular, and much appreciated.
THE CARTER MULTIPLE UNIT SYSTEM AND ITS EFFECT ON EVEN SOWING.
It is very difficult to sow small Seeds evenly. We when sowing our crops always divide the ground and seed up in
equal portions, and as we propose to supply our Seeds in small units if requested, our customers will be able to adopt
the same principle.
HOW THE CARTER MULTIPLE UNIT SYSTEM FAVOURS CO-OPERATIVE BUYING.
Friends, neighbors, clubs, societies, schools, etc., who wish to huy several packets of the same varieties can, by com-
bining their orders, purchase Carters Tested Seeds packed in individual packets at the quantity rate, and so make
a substantial saving, provided such orders are marked "Club Orders.”
THE QUALITY OF CARTERS TESTED SEEDS.
Carters Tested Seeds have been extensively grown in the United States of America and the Dominion of Canada for
nearly a century, and the fact that we have supplied the Royal and Noble Houses of Great Britain for this period
is proof conclusive that Carters Tested Seeds are the best.
ORIGIN OF CARTERS TESTED SEEDS.
All Seeds offered by Carters Tested Seeds, Inc., are grown, tested, packed, and sealed at the Royal Seed Establish-
ment at Raynes Park, London, England, with the exception of purely American-grown stocks, which we obtain from
growers of repute and integrity.
CASH DISCOUNT OF 5 PER CENT.
A discount of 5 per cent, will be allowed on all Vegetable and Flower Seed orders of the value of 1.00 or more, when
accompanied by cash. We make this offer in order to reduce our bookkeeping and billing expenses. (It does not
apply to charge orders or to any other goods.)
CARTERS MULTIPLE UNIT SYSTEM IS AN ECONOMICAL SYSTEM.
The smallest quantity of Seeds offered of all varieties are scientifically calculated to give a good sowing and supply
a good plant, or stand under ordinary conditions, and although some packets may seem to contain a great many
Seeds, one must make allowance for the vagaries of the weather, the size of the seeds, and the destruction done by
insects of all sorts.
The Carter Multiple Unit System is an economical system, and we cannot undertake to break away from it and
supply half-packets, nor can we agree to take any packets back opened or unopened.
DELIVERIES AND SERVICE.
Our new system of offering and selling Seeds has worked smoothly and efficiently during the past season. We guarantee
that all orders will be executed without delay.
SPECIAL NOTICE. Owing to the very unsteady market on all Seeds and
Fertilizers, etc. our prices are subject to change without notice.
REGISTERED TRADE MARK
ON ALL PACKAQE8.
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Cable Address: STOREHOUSE, 160 MILK STREET. Telephone :
Carteseeds, Boston. Main 5645-5646.
Branch of
JAMES CARTER & CO..
Seedsmen to H.M. The King,
Raynes Park, London, S.W.
Canadian Branches :
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Ontario.
Coristine Building, Montreal,
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The R. II. S. awarded their Gold Medal to the above exhibit of vegetables grown from Carters Tested .Seeds and exhibited by the
Hon. Vicary Gibbs at the Holland House show.
CARTERS TESTED VEGETABLE SEEDS.
ARTIf^linkF The Cultivation of Artichoke. — The
w scales and bottom of the flower-head are
eaten either boiled or raw as a salad. The young suckers are
sometimes tied together and blanched, and served in manner
the same as Asparagus. Sow the seeds early in April or May.
and when large enough transplant in rows 4 ft. apart with 2 ft.
between each plant. They will yield well the second year if
they are well protected from the cold throughout the winter by
earthing up and mulching. The Artichoke may be also treated
as an annual, sowing the seeds under glass and keeping the
seedlings growing vigorously until May, when they should be
set out in a rich soil. By this treatment they will produce fine
heads the first season. 1 oz. of seed will sow 35 ft. of drill.
No.
1231 Crown Artichoke, Earliest Drumhead. — The finest 6train
in cultivation.
1234 Green Globe. — Very popular; delicious flavour.
i oz. i oz. £ oz. 1 oz. i lb.
Price of the above .15 .25 .40 .75 2.25
ACDADAftllQ The Cultivation of Asparagus . — Sow
the see{ js thinly in drills about 1 ft.
apart and 1 in. deep. Any good, loamy, not too weedy soil is
good for growing the plants, and the seed can be sown as early
as the ground can be cultivated in the spring. When the plants
have made a showing thin out to 2 or 3 in. apart. I* or the
permanent bed deep, warm, rich loamy soil is required. Use
stable manures and fertilizers freely. Make trenches 6 to 8 ft.
apart and 8 to 10 in. deep. Set the one or two year old roots
about 2 ft. apart in the trench and cover lightly at first, grad-
ually filling in with soil and old cc/mpost. Every fall a liberal
dressing of coarse manure should be spread over the rows after
the tops have been cut, and this should be forked or spaded in
in the spring. Keep well cultivated. 1 oz. of seed will produce
about 200 plants; 4 to 5 lb. to the acre.
1217 Carters Mammoth Emperor. — Superior in size.
1218 Batavian. -Rich flavour; largely grown.
1219 Conover’s Colossal.— Large; very popular.
1220 Reading Giant. — Rich, nutty flavour.
1 oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb.
Price of the above .. .05 .15 .40 1.50
Asparagus Roots, 2 years old, 1.25 per 100, 10.00 per 1,000, F.O.B.
Kindly order by Number and Price only.
REANS When ordering Beans to be sent by mail add
postage at zone rate. Average weight, 1 pt. equals
1 lb.; 1 qt. equals 2 lb.
ENGLISH BROAD WINDSOR.
56 Carters New Colossal Windsor. — This immense Bean is,
both in pod and seed, by far the largest Broad Bean ever raised.
It was selected at our testing grounds, being the result of a cross
made in 1905 between the old-fashioned Harlington Windsor and
Carters Leviathan, and is a certain prize-winner. The seed is
of abnormal size. Stock very limited. _
i pint. £ pint. 1 pint.
Price .. .25 .40 .75
57 Carters Improved Broad Windsor. — Large and productive,
bushy habit; well podded from top to bottom of stem.
70 Carters Green Windsor. — A distinct and valuable green selec-
tion.
J pint. £ pint 1 pint 1 quart
Price of the above .15 .25 .40 .75
ENGLISH DWARF OR BUSH. —The Cultivation of Bush Beans . —
Seed can be planted from the beginning of May until August,
but not until the soil becomes sufficiently warm, as they arc
particularly sensitive to cold. Plant in drills 1£ ft. apart, cover-
ing the seed about 2 in. Keep the soil well cultivated, using
care to do so only at times when it is quite dry, as earth scattered
on moist foliage creates rust.
French Beans for forcing may be sown in pots under glass from
December to April or in the open ground from May 15th on
through to August 1st. These plants should be thinned to about
1 ft. apart. 1 qt. of Bush Beans will plant 100 ft. of drill. They
are rather delicate, and should not be sown out of doors until the
warm weather sets in.
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BEANS — Continued. ENGLISH DWARF OR BUSH— Continued.
No.
89
No. 89 Carters Magpie.
NOVELTY.
Carters Magpie (the new Longstanding
variety). — This remarkably fine Dwarf
Bean, which has attracted such favour-
able attention, was raised in France by an expert grower, who
considered it the finest Bean of its class. We have re-selected
it and grown it on for some years, until it has become equally
good here in all seasons, producing heavy crops when other vari-
eties are damaged or fail. It is also an excellent forcer. In
habit it somewhat resembles our celebrated Perpetual but is a
heavier cropper, the pods also being larger and longer.
No. 83 Carters Perpetual
No.
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No. 86 C arters Sunrise.
Carters Perpetual. — F. C. Certificate, R.H.S.; Award of Merit,
R.I1.S. This remarkable Bean is strongly recommended as
being in every way a great acquisition. It is of very compact
growth, the foliage of an attractive dark green, and the pods are
of medium size. The most important features are the prolonged
period this variety continues to bear, and its remarkable quality
for withstanding hot and dry seasons. Pods were picked in our
Testing Grounds at Raynes Park earlier than other varieties,
and young tender Beans were gathered after most other sorts
were quite finished.
I 1 Carters Sunrise. — For forcing or out-
NOVELTY. | doors. A distinct and valuable first early
Dwarf French Bean raised at our grounds
from the result of a cross between Ne Plus Ultra and Carters
Perpetual. Carters Sunrise is a most valuable addition, for it
not only possesses the good forcing quality of the Ne Plus Ultra.
but is a much better cropper, and produces larger and superior
pods. Very compact growth and remarkably early. Award of
Merit, R.H.S., 1913, and confirmed by the Society, July, 1914.
i pint. £ pint. pint.
Price of the above . . .30 .50 .90
Carters White Model. — The earliest of
87 Carters Stringless Dwarf French Bean, Holborn Wonder. —
The great success which has attended our introduction of the
first stringless Green-podded Bean, Carters Canadian Glory,
has encouraged us to pursue our efforts in selecting Stringless
Beans for general use. Our Holborn Wonder will be found to
be free from threads, is quite distinct and very prolific, and we
confidently recommend it.
88 Carters Stringless Dwarf French Bean, Canadian Glory. —
An extra Early Dwarf Green-podded French Bean, possessing
the invaluable quality of bearing pods absolutely without strings
or threads. It is equally valuable eaten as a Flageolet or Haricot.
I NOVELTY. all the white-seeded varieties. The result
1 of a cross between Carters Sunrise and
Improved Longsword’ Habit compact, pods long, straight, and
excellent quality, a remarkable good forcing variety, and a truly
refined Bean. A great improvement on White Advancer.
i pint. $ pint. 1 pint
Price .. .35 .60 1.00
90 Carters Canadian Wonder — We were one of the first to make
the merits of this fine Dwarf Bean known, and its popularity
to-day is probably unequalled. Our stock is the finest obtain-
able, and produces an abundance of very long fleshy pods, making
it a great favourite both for table and exhibition.
i pint. £ pint. pint. quart.
Price of the above .. .25 .40 .70 1.25
91 Carters Longsword, Re-selected Stock. — This variety has
been improved and re-sclcctcd, and as now offered is one of the
largest podded French Beans on the market. The pods are
produced in great profusion.
97 Ne Plus Ultra. — Well-known variety; good for general use.
101 Bountiful. — A six-weeks Bean with a flat pod. Very prolific.
Stringless and extra early.
£ pint. i pint. pint. quart.
Price of the above .. .20 .35 .60 1.00
137
Masterpiece (Suttons); one of the best forcing or main crop
Green string Bean.
£ pint. i pint. pint.
Price of the above . . .30 .50 .90
“Vegetable Seed bought from you last spring has
proved most satisfactory. In fact, so is everything
bought from your house. This will most likely bring
you many new orders next season, as we have told
all our friends of the results obtained from your
seed.” — F. H. Atwater, Petaluma, Cal.
No. 87 Carters Holborn Wonder
No. 88 Carters Canadian Glory
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BEANS —Continued.
AMERICAN DWARF OR BUSH.
No.
138 Black Valentine. —A standard sort; pods long, round, and
straight. A good market variety.
139 Carters Dwarf Horticultural. -A distinct improvement on
the old horticultural Bean, and wonderfully productive.
140 Goddard, or Boston Favourite. — A snap Bean when young,
and a good shell Bean later.
141 Low’s Champion. — A large, flat, stringless Bean, used as a
snap or shell Bean; known as the Dwarf Red Cranberry.
146 Early Mohawk. —Very early and hardy. Flat podded variety,
of excellent quality.
142 Red Kidney. — The old-fashioned baking Bean; excellent also
as a shell Bean.
143 Refugee or 1,000 to 1. — A late planting variety, with large,
handsome, tender pods. The best for pickling.
144 Prolific Tree Pea Bean. — A small, white, baking variety
known as the white Pea Bean. Very productive.
145 Stringless Green Pod. — Absolutely stringless, and very early;
very crisp and tender.
147 Improved Yellow Eye. — Extremely productive, and is profit-
able as a field Bean, and extensively used as a baking Bean.
148 White Kidney. — An excellent string or shell variety and
unsurpassed as a baking Bean.
i pint. £ pint. pint. quart.
Price of the above .. .15 .25 .45 .80
AMERICAN WAX PODDED OR BUTTER.
No. 156 R. P. Golden Wax. No. 153 Davis Kidney Wax.
153 Davis Kidney Wax. — A very hardy, well-shaptd, tender, white-
seeded Bean. A great favourite.
154 Hodson Wax. — One of the best all-round garden varieties.
Tender and stringless.
155 Improved Prolific Black Wax. — A perfectly stringless, round,
thick-podded Bean, of excellent flavour.
156 Improved Rust-proof Golden Wax. — A remarkably produc-
tive Bean, practically free from rust. This variety is perhaps
the most popular sort in cultivation.
157 Stringless White Wax. —A great improvement over the old
White Wax Beans, as it is perfectly stringless and does not rust
easily. The pods are a clear waxy white, of medium size.
158 Wardwell’s Kidney Wax. — This is an early, long, flat-podded
variety, of excellent quality. It is stringless and brittle, and
will produce a very heavy crop.
159 Golden Eyed Wax. — One of the best wax varieties and a
heavy cropper.
i pint. $ pint. pint. quart.
Price of the above .. .15 .25 .45 .80
AMERICAN DWARF OR BUSH LIMA. — The Cultivation of Bush
Lima Beans.— Select soil that is warm, rich, and well supplied
with vegetable matter or humus. Plant as early as soil can be
worked in the spring. Prepare the rows 2 ft. apart, and allow
each plant a space of 6 in. in the row. As these beans are very
slothful in growth, a top-dressing of well-rotted manure or some
good fertilizer or compost around the plants will aid greatly
in hastening maturity, besides increasing the yield.
No.
164 Drcer’s Bush Lima. — A dwarf form of Dreer's Pole Lima Bean,
and it possesses every good feature of that well-known variety.
They grow close together in the pods, producing 4 to 5 sweet,
succulent beans to the pod.
165 Forhook Bush Lima. — A perfect bush Lima Bean, of a strong,
upright growth, protecting the pods from contact with the soil,
thus preventing rust and rot. Considered superior to any other
variety.
166 Burpee’s Bush Lima. — A dwarf form of the Large White Lima
Very early and of good quality.
167 Henderson’s Bush Lima. — Exceedingly productive. Valuable
also for the fact that it matures two or three weeks earlier than
any of the other varieties of Lima Bean.
1 pint. £ pint. pint. quart.
Price of the above 20 .35 .60 1.00
POLE BEANS. — The Cultivation of Pole Beans. — Pole Beans, espe-
cially Lima Beans, show better results from a warm and very
rich loamy soil. The seed should be planted when the soil has
become thoroughly warmed through in the spring. Should the
ground be cold or soggy, the seed will rot. Poles should be set
in rows 4 ft. apart and 3 £ to 4 ft. between the poles. Plant 4 to 6
beans around each pole, and as the plants make a showing thin
out to 3 plants to the pole. Cultivate freely, and if possible top-
dress around each hill with a quantity of well-rotted manure com-
post or some good fertilizer. When hoeing, work this well into
the soil. Climbing varieties of French Beans may be sown under
glass whenever desired, in pots large enough to allow staking.
Be cautious in sowing the French varieties out of doors until
quite sure that the warm season is well established. 1 quart of
pole Beans will plant 200 hills. 1 quart of pole Lima Beans will
plant 100 hills.
POLE LIMA BEANS.
173 Dreer’s Improved. — An early variety of excellent qualities
and great productiveness.
i pint. i pint. pint. quart.
Price of the above . . .20 .30 .50 .90
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BEANS — Continued.
POLE LIMA BEANS— Continued.
No.
174 Large White.— It is considered one of the most tender and
delicious Beans grown.
175 King of the Garden.— A vigorous grower, bearing large
pods varying in length from 5 to 6 in.
176 Slava or Small Lima. — A very productive and hardy Bean,
the earliest of the pole Limas.
Price of the above .. i pint. J pint. pint. quart.
.20 .30 .50 -90
POLE BEANS, WAX-PODDED.
i82 Carters Golden Cluster.— This is a wonderful Improvement
on the ordinary Golden Cluster Bean, and it produces a sur-
prisingly wonderful growth of long, yellow, fleshy pods, which
hang in clusters. It is an early variety.
188 Golden Cluster, American Variety.— This variety pro-
duces an abundance of clear golden pods of long duration ;
always tender.
126 Mont d’Or or Golden Butter.— This is perhaps the
earliest Wax Pole Bean grown, and the result shows a vigorous
growth of plump, meaty pods, 6 to 8 in. in length.
184 Indian Chief or Black Wax Pole Beans. — A long, white,
stringless Bean. Very popular.
Price of the above . . 1 pint. J pint. pint. quart
.20 .35 .60 1.00
FRENCH POLE BEANS, GREEN-PODDED.
107 Carters July Climbing, with stringless pods. — We
had the pleasure to bring to the notice of our customers a
climbing stringless variety, which we strongly recommended,
and we have no reason to alter the opinion expressed then. It
bears round pods so freely produced that we have counted as
many as 40 on a stalk. It holds well to the sticks, and is the
earliest Bean we know.
109 Carters Re-selected Climbing French Beans. — A highly
selected stock, being more prolific and of very robust habit.
Price of the above .. i pint. £ pint. pint. quart.
.25 .40 .70 1.25
AMERICAN POLE BEANS, GREEN-PODDED.
190 Horticultural or Speckled Cranberry.— The best pole
•hell Bean grown, although it can also be used as a snap Bean.
It has a pale-green pod, but becomes streaked with red when
mature.
/91 Kentucky Wonder or Old Homestead.— A long, green-
podded sort. The vines make a very vigorous growth and produce
quantities of large pods, which grow in great clusters and are of
fine quality.
192 Lazy Wife.— An excellent flavoured, white-seeded Bean. It
is a late sort, and is one of the largest pole Beans raised.
Price of the above . . 1 pint. } pint. pint, quart.
.15 .25 .45 .80
ENGLISH POLE BEANS, SMOOTH PODDED.
No. 117 Carters Scarlet Emperor.
117 Carters 8carlet Emperor (The Long Smooth-podded
Scarlet Runner). — Fully maintains its great reputation, and
its popularity still increases, as our sales strikingly show.
Reports, and our customers' appreciation of this striking Bean,
still endorse the experts' opinion previously issued. At the
Exhibitions Scarlet Emperor is still the favourite Runner Bean,
and our record of first prizes gained all over the country confirm*
the first season’s report as being the finest Scarlet Runner intro-
duced. Not only is this Bean of the utmost importance as a
prize winner, but its smooth and tender texture places it far
above all other Scarlet Runners. Its long handsome pods, often
measuring 15$ in., hang in great clusters, and it has been esti-
mated that the produce from Carters Scarlet Emperor is twice as
great in bulk as may be expected from the ordinary type of
Scarlet Runner, and all of the most refined quality. 598 First
Prizes reported.
Price
i pint. & pint. pint. quart.
.20 .35 .60 1.00
124 Carters Jubilee Runner (The Largest Podded WHm*
seeded Runner Bean Grown).— This extraordinary Bean still
remains one of the best. Carters Jubilee Runner produces an
enormous crop of immense pods, which are thick and unusually
fleshy, the flavour being all that is desired. 165 First Prizes
reported by customers.
132 Dutch Case Knife.— A very productive and excellent Bean,
very suitable for using either as a green or dry Bean.
Pri “ 4 '.SO'
"First of all. I must thank you for the promptness in sending
our seeds this summer. We never tried your seeds before, but the
seeds all came up so well and are yielding so splendidly, that we will
deal with you for the whole garden.”— Mrs. C. Lewis. Plainfield. N.J.
"My order for seeds has been filled, and received in a very
satisfactory condition. Accept my thanks for attention given.*—
M. Patterson. 4047 Ogden. Jr.. Philadelphia.
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DECT The Cultivation of Beets . — The seed should be sown from as soon as the ground can be worked in spring until July 1st, in soil
“ that has been well trenched and manured. Let the rows be about 18 in. apart, thin them to allow about 9 in. between the plants,
and keep the soil well cultivated during the summer. 1 os. of seed will sow 50 ft. of drill, 5 to 6 lb. per acre.
• Oarters Crimson Ball.— Awarded the First Class Certificate
of the Royal Horticultural Society. A round summer variety.
The roots are ready for use in the summer salads. Round Beets
are of the greatest value on account of earliness. The roots can
be lifted during the height of the summer season when salads
are In demand ; and the fresh taste imparted by the highly-
coloured slices is considered preferable to that from stored roots.
The old-fashioned flat types were never in favour with cooks,
because of their weak colour and stringy texture. In Carters
Crimson Ball these defects have been remedied. Fine specimens
of this variety have been exhibited in Gold Medal Collections,
and during the past few seasons 65 First Prizes have been
reported.
7 Carters Dainty. — This is a small-growing variety of more than
ordinary merit. It has long tender roots of a splendid deep
crimson colour, and of the finest flavour possible. In naming it
Dainty, we wish to convey the extremely refined quality of this
variety; it does not, attain to the size of our Perfection. Included
in seven Gold Medal Exhibits during the past two years.
Price of the above . . i oz. \ oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb.
.10 ,15 .25 .90 3.25
No.
12 Carters Perfection. — We continue to re-select this fine Beet,
which is now a perfect and refined root. The best long Beet in
cultivation ; medium size, rich crimson lake colour, and splendid
flavour; foliage shining and dark. Carters Perfection is a
magnificent show variety and figures prominently in all the
principal vegetable exhibits throughout the country. Included
in three Gold Medal Exhibits. 87 First Prizes were reported
from customers.
27 Carters Selected Stock, Crosby’s Egyptian. — This
well-known Beet is recognised by beet growers in general as the
standard of the early varieties. The roots are round and run
very uniform in size and shape, the flesh being a rich red in
colour and very sweet.
Price of the above . . I oz. $ oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
• 10 .15 .25 .90 3.25
13 Carters Blood Red. — A very fine long variety, with well-shaped
roots of splendid deep colour and of good flavour.
14 Carters Improved Dark Red.— A splendid long Beet of
excellent quality.
29 Edmand’s Early Blood. — A fine dark round Beet for main
and late crops.
31 Detroit Dark Red. — One of the very best for home or market
garden and for canning purposes. Roots uniformly smooth, of
medium size, and globe shaped; skin, dark red; flesh, solid
vermilion red. Our special stock of this variety shows little, if
any, white zones. Tops small, upright, dark green shaded red.
22 Cheltenham Green Top. — Green leaves, with fine bright
long red roots.
28 8wiss Chard. — An improved type of a delicious vegetable, in
reality a Beet in which cultivation has developed the leaves
instead of the root. It is sown at the same season as Beetroot
in rows about li ft. apart, and the plants thinned out to
1 ft. apart.
Price of the above . . } oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .85 3.00
FIELD BEETS OR MANGEL WURZEL.
1628 Carters Improved Mammoth Long Red. — The largest
and most productive of all the long red sorts. It is smooth
skinned and fine grained, and very regular in size. During the
very dry summer of 1911 this variety did particularly well on all
soils when shallower-rooted varieties mostly failed.
1625 Carters Red Emperor. — A heavy cropping intermediate
variety, with high feeding value, density of flesh, digestible
solids, and keeping qualities. Its rich, solid flesh render*
Carters Red Emperor a valuable Mangel for fat stock raiser*
who require the maximum bulk of feed with the maximum of
digestive food solids.
1627 Carters Dreadnought— This is a fine type of the inter-
mediate oval-shaped Yellow Mangel, possessing a small top and
fine shoulder. It withstands the drought, and from its peculiar
habit this variety may be set closer in rows than other sorts of
Mangel.
Price of the above . . 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb. 10 lbs. and upwards
.15 .40 1.25 1.15 per lb.
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For Illustrations see
colored insert.
No.
1624 Carters Windsor. — A big improvement on any of the yellow-
flesh Globe Mangels. It grows such a clean root, free from
fangs, and with a small top, that the crop is easily pulled. This
Mangel is capable of producing from 90 to 120 tons per acre.
We recommend it as the best all-round variety where only one
sort is grown.
The Best All-Round Mangel.
Carters Windsor is well-known to be the best Yellow Globe Mangel
in cultivation because it is the
Labour Saver.
The Windsor saves in the labour bill. It grows such a clean
root, free from fangs and with a small top, that the crop is
easily pulled, and the roots can often be pushed out of the ground
with atouch of the boot. This case with which the crop of Wind-
sor Mangel can be lifted is not the least advantage of this popular
variety (For illustration see colored insert.)
Lord Warden. — A deep orange Globe Mangel which grows to
an immense size, is extremely hardy, very suitable for cold soils
and will produce enormous crops.
1632 Long Yellow. — Similar to Long Red, except in colour.
1626 Golden Tankard. — A bright yellow-fleshed intermediate sort.
SUGAR BEETS
1630 Carters Improved White Sugar Beet. — A superior variety
of the Continental Sugar Beet.
1631 Klein Wanzleben.— For the production of sugar or for cattle
feeding this variety stands unsurpassed.
Price of the above . . 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb. 10 lb. and upwards
.15 .40 1.25 1.15 per lb.
FIELD BEET- -Continued.
200 Carters Dwarf Extra Curled Kale.— Award of Merit R. H. S.,
after trial at Wisley. A re-selected and crested form of the
Early Kale. It will resist the most intense frost, and makes a
delicious winter dish.
20 > Carters Drumhead Kale. — A valuable winter vegetable
with a solid, cabbage-like head. Quite delicious when cooked.
Award of Merit, Royal Horticultural Society.
Price of the above .. i oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 Jb-
.10 .30 .85 3.00
BORECOLE OR KALE.-^“ st ^
early in the spring, covering the seeds thinly and evenly. Trans-
plant, in June, and cultivate the same as Cabbage, leaving a space
of 2 ft. between the plants. For an early spring crop plant seed
in September and protect with straw during winter. 1 oz. of
seed will produce 5,000 plants. '
No.
198 Carters Russian Kale ( Chou de Russie ). — Award of Merit
and First Class Certificate after trial at Wisley. A distinct
and extremely hardy variety. The leaves are very curious, in
form somewhat resembling a deer’s antler, of singularly thick
substance, and of a peculiarly green colour. When cooked this
is the most delicious variety of Kale which we have ever tried,
the young shoots scpecially being particularly delicate in flavour.
199 Carters Welsh Kale. — A hardy variety of very handsome appear-
ance; of medium height. The leaves are long and densely curled,
but are more narrow than our Half Tall Scotch variety. The
flavour is particularly good.
201 Carters Halt Tall Scotch Kale . — A fitting companion to our
well-known Dwarf Extra Curled type. The leaves are very dense
and moss curled. Stands the coldest weather, and the greater
the frost the more delicate the leaves eat. If the leaves at the
top are cut during the early part of the winter, it will greatly
encourage the growth of the young shoots upon the stem.
204 Carters Mammoth Tall Scotch Kale. — A very robust variety,
suitable for large establishments where quantities of winter green-
stuff s are needed.
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BROCCOLI The Cultivation of Broccoli. — This vege-
wiiw wv/tan table resembles Cauliflower, and Is much
hardier. The seed should be planted in hotbeds during March
and April for an early crop. Transplant during May or June in
rows 3 to 4 ft. apart, and the plants about 2 ft. apart in the row.
For a late crop sow in June in hills or beds, covering seed to the
depth of ft in. A good, deep, well-manured soil is required for
success. 1 oz. of seed will produce about 2.000 planta.
235 Veltch’s Self-protecting. — Early variety, with good hearting
quality. Price ft oz. ft oz. 1 oz. ft lb.
.15 .25 40 1.25
282 White Cape — A distinct variety of a creamy-white colour.
Price . . . . -h oz. ft oz. J oz. ft oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .45 .85
BRUSSELS SPROUTa^£W3L*
Sow the seed early in May, in seed beds, and the plants afterwards
can be transplanted into rows about 2 ft. apart and cultivated
like Cabbage. The crop will be ready for use in the late autumn
after the early frosts. 1 oz. of seeds will produce 1,500 plants.
No. 221 Carters Holborn.
No. 223 Carters Perfection.
221 Carters Holborn Exhibition. — A very fine strain, the result
of many years’ careful selection. Its points for size, colour, and
productiveness are good all round. Besides being largely grown
in private gardens, it is a special favourite with many of the best
known market growers. It is of medium height with large solid
sprouts. The Royal Horticultural Society’s report reads:—
“Carters New Exhibition. — Plants 2 ft. high, sturdy, producing
a mass of medium-sized hard sprouts from base to crown.”
228 Carters Perfection. — Perfection in every way. A standard
variety for general use, producing large and firm sprouts in
great abundance. As a late Sprout it is much appreciated. It is
a taller growing variety than our Exhibition strain.
224 Algburth . — Medium height; sprouts of good size and colour.
225 Fresh Imported. — Small, close, compact sprouts.
Price of the above . . J oz. J oz. ft oz. 1 oz. ft lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
no.
289 Carters Early Heartwell. — An early Marrow Cabbage of
refined quality and delicate flavour; without doubt one of the
best varieties in cultivation. 112 First Prizes reported and in-
cluded in 3 Gold Medal Exhibit*.
CABBAGE T/ie Cultivation of Cabbage For plants of
w the early varieties sow the seed hi January or
February, under glass, and prick out into flats ox frames about
2 in. apart each way. Transplant to the open ground as soon in
the spring as the land can be properly prepared. The plants
should be placed from 1ft ft. to 2 ft. apart in rows, which should
be at least 2 ft. apart. They should be kept well cultivated, and
during drought should be thoroughly irrigated if this is possible.
The plants do best in a rich, warm, fibrous soil. The seed of the
late Cabbage should be sown in drills in the open ground during
April and May and transplanted in June or July, leaving more
room between the plants than was allowed for the early sorts.
1 oz. of Cabbage seed will produce about 3,000 heads. 4 os. will
plant an acre.
804 Carters Mammoth Beef heart Cabbage* — The finest
autumn garden Cabbage grown. It is some years since we intro-
duced this variety, but each season it becomes more popular, and
we confidently recommend this highly selected strain as being
not only the largest, but one with the least tendency to bolt. It
Is much more robust and hardy than many of the small varieties
now recommended for early summer use. No less than 48 First
Prizes were reported to us by our customers last season.
830 Copenhagen Market.— This sort is the earliest and largest
of any ball or round head type grown. The heads weigh 10 to
12 lb. and are very solid and of excellent quality. We heartily
recommend this type to those contemplating the growth of an
early Cabbage.
Price of the above ft oz. ft oz. ft oz. 1 oz. J lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
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OABBAGE —Continued.
829 Warren’s Stonemason. — A popular variety in this vicinity.
The heads are very large aud round and slightly flattened; very
•olid and crisp, with a fine flavour. As a keeper it cannot be
surpassed.
B81 Danish Ball Head.— An extra hard heading variety origin*
ated in Denmark. It is a medium-late sort, but is sown mostly
for winter use. because of its fine keeping qualities.
Price of the above | oz. 1 oz. } oz. 1 oz. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
$06 Christmas Drumhead. — A small solid-hearted variety
largely grown by market gardeners. Owing to its compact habit
this variety can be grown close together. Remains in season
over a very long period.
291 Carters Early York.— Of dwarf compact habit, small heads,
and quick growth.
No. 296 Carters Model. No. 294 Carters Pioneer .
t96 Carters Model.— As a succession to Carters Heartwell this
is a useful variety. Its heads are firm and compact, and come
close to the ground.
294 Carters Pioneer. — A valuable early Cabbage rather larger
than our Springtide, maturing a few weeks later and forming
a valuable succession to that variety. An excellent type for
main crop where medium size and first-class quality are desired.
Included in a Gold Medal Exhibit at York.
288 Carters 8pringtlde. — A dwarf variety maturing In April or
even earlier in favourable seasons, when Cabbage forms such
a valuable addition to the table. The hearts are of perfect form
and flavour. This choice little variety is practically all heart.
There being few outside leaves, almost the whole plant can be
used for culinary purposes.
Price of the above
i oz. i oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.15 .25 .40 1.25
812 Carters 8ummor. — One of the largest headed varieties ; very
white hearts, good flavour.
832 Early Jersey Wakefield. — An early conical-shaped Cabbage
of fine quality ; very popular.
333 Early Wlnningstadt.— Adapted for light soils. Pointed
head, early to medium.
810 Oarters Red Pickling.— This is the most perfect type of
Red Cabbage ; the hearts being very hard and compact and of a
rich deep crimson, the colour also of the outer leaves being much
darker than any other variety we know. We were awarded
2 Gold Medals for Vegetable Exhibits containing this Cabbage.
Price of the above . . i oz. i oz. i oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
CHINESE CABBAGE.
884 Chefoo Pe Tsai Cabbage.— Very rapid in growth; habit
similar to Rotnaine Lettuce ; heads large and tender.
835 Chinese Pe Tsai Cabbage^-Similar to the Chefoo. but the
heads are more round in shape.
Price of the above
i oz. i oz. i oz. 1 ox. | lb.
.10 .15 .25 .48 IM
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CAR TER S TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
CABBAGE — Continued.
SAVOY CABBAGE.
Cartercone. — This small perfectly-shaped
Savoy was very favourably commented
upon when included in our exhibit of
Brassicas at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Hall, autumn,
1913, and the Vegetable Committee recommended it for further
trial at. Wisley. The heart is a perfect cone in shape, whilst
its absolute freedom from coarseness ensures its success for table
use. Cartercone is a very refined type. Although maturing
early, it stands over a very long period and is not liable to burst,
as arc many of the ordinary types.
Price of the above . i oz. 1 oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.15 .25 .75 2.50
339
NOVELTY
343 Carters Giant Green. — An improved type of Savoy with crimped
foliage; the individual leaves are very large, but retain their
tender properties longer than any other variety.
340 Carters Drumhead. ^-Good stock; large hearting variety.
341 Dwarf Green Curled. — Very compact and hardy; one of the
best for general use.
Price of the above . . J oz. J oz. $ oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
“Enclosed please receive P.O. for 9.60 to cover the
cost of seeds in the accompanying list. Will let you
know later in the season the results. We had a
splendid show last year from what you sent here.” —
W. Owen, 2037, Alta Ave., Louisville, Ky.
“We were more than pleased with the results
secured from seed ordered of you last spring.” —
Mrs. Charles II. Sisson, Telluride, Colo.
CARROTS
_ The Cultviaticn of Carrots. — This vegetable
does its best in a warm, deep, rather light,
and fairly fertile soil that is well supplied with humus. Sow the
seed from April to July in drills t ft. apart, covering the seed J in.
in depth. As the young plants appear thin out to from 3 to 5 in.
apart, according to the size of the expected variety. Keep the
soil well cultivated, as weeds are a sure death to young carrot
plants. Keep irrigated during droughts if it be possible. 1 oz.
of seed will plant 100 ft. of drill, 3 to 4 lb. to the acre.
No. 363
Carters
Improved
Early Horn.
No. 366
C arters
Early Market.
No. 365
Carters
Long
Forcing.
No.
362 Carters Golden Ball. — A most distinct and small early variety,
specially adapted for forcing and frame work. The roots are
almost as round as a turnip, flavour excellent and melting. Award-
ed First Prize as the best early Carrot, R.II.S. Great Autumn
Exhibition, included in 4 Gold Medal Exhibits.
363 Carters Improved Early Horn. — A perfect type of stump-
rooted Carrot, of excellent flavour. Our Gold Medal Display of
Vegetables contained splendid specimens of this fine type.
365 Carters Long Forcing. — A handsome long Carrot, with the
same depth of colour and firmness of texture in its earliest stages
as other Carrots possess in their later growth. "This forcing
Carrot is one of the most distinct and valuable that we possess,
and when better known it is sure to be extensively grown. It is
the quickest variety that I know of, and makes but very little
top, and the quality is excellent. As a Carrot coming into use
early in the year, and for exhibition, it is an acquisition.”
366 Carters Early Market. — Fine early variety of good colour,
quick in growth, valuable alike for market gardeners or private
use. Splendid specimens were exhibited in our Gold Medal
Exhibits at Chelsea and Leamington; Gold Medal awarded at
York Gala Show.
376 Carters Summer Favourite . — Awarded Royal Horticultural
Society's Silver Medal. A splendid half-long, producing hand-
some, well-grown, bright cochineal-scarlet Carrots very early in
the season. The quality is superb, and as an exhibition variety
coming into use early it will be found invaluable for showing in
the summer months. 67 First Prizes reported in one season.
3 Gold Medals awarded to Exhibits containing Summer Favourite.
Price of the above . . J oz. \ oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .40 1.25 4.50
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CARROTS — Continued.
No.
377 Carters Red Elephant. — A veritable giant, both in length
and rotundity. Specimens have been exhibited at our establish-
ment measuring 2j ft. in length (30 in.). It has been brought to
this high standard of perfection by one of the best professional
gardeners, from whom we originally acquired the whole stock.
A remarkable variety, and one which has already become prom-
inent in first-class gardens and on the exhibition table.
387 Carters Re-selected Danvers Half Long. — This superior
strain of seed is the result of years of careful study, and by rigorous
selection under the well-known “Carter” method. By continual
re-selection we are this spring able to offer to our customers the
heaviest cropping, best sized and shaped strain of the Danvers
Half Long Carrot ever placed before the public.
379 Carters Scarlet Perfection. — Awarded a Special Certificate
of Merit at the Vegetable Conference of the Royal Horticultural
Society and awarded First Prize, R.I-I.S. Great Autumn Exhibition,
1905; included in the Champion Exhibit of Vegetables (open to
the world), and, also in the large Gold Medal Exhibit, Shrewsbury,
1912. A distinct and greatly improved form of Garden C'arrot.
Flesh is solid, crisp, and fine flavoured.
370 Nantes. — Stump-rooted. A medium-sized mid-season variety
of excellent quality.
Price of the above . . i oz. $ oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .20 .35 1.20 4.00
382 Carters Long Scarlet. — Splendid long stock of good colour.
384 Carters Orange Giant. — Yellow Carrot of large size.
378 Carters Selected Intermediate. — The best type of Intermediate
Carrot.
Price of the above } oz. 1 oz. $ lb. 1 lb
.10 .25 .85 2.75
CAULIFLOWER.—
No.
Cultivation of Cauliflower . —
the earliest Cauliflower sow
the seed in hotbeds or greenhouse during February or March
and transplant to flats or cold frames 2 or 3 in. apart each way.
Set in the open ground as early in the spring as the ground can
be properly worked. Plants should be 2\ ft. apart each way.
The soil should be warm, very rich, and fibrous, with an abun-
dance of humus and moisture. A copious supply of water during
the dry spells, especially during the heading period, will help.
For late Cauliflower start plants in the open ground and treat as
late Cabbage. When the heads have formed they should be
blanched by drawing the leaves together and tying. 1 oz. of
Cauliflower seed will produce 3,000 plants.
393 Carters Forerunner. — The quickest Cauliflower ever grown.
Ten days earlier than others. Large white head, solid, and good
size. Sow in middle of February, transplant when first leaves
drop, under glass, plant in open ground end of May, and the first
heads will be ready by the middle of June. The leaves protect
the head from the summer sun. Included in the First Prize and
Champion Exhibit of Vegetables, Shrewsbury: 1912, and also a
feature of the Large Gold Medal Exhibit at the same critical
meeting. Staged in five Gold Medal Exhibits during 1914.
395 Carters Defiance Forcing. — This superb variety is, without
doubt, one of the finest forcing varieties ever introduced; produces
fine solid heads. In perfection during early summer.
Price of the above . . J oz. I oz. $ oz. 1 oz. 1 lb.
.30 1.00 1.75 3.25 12.00
399 Dry Weather ( Danish Giant ). — One of the very best varieties;
especially adapted for growing in dry locations.
404 Carters Extra Early Autumn Giant. — This magnificent Cauli-
flower is more dwarf, considerably earlier, and in every respect
better than the old Autumn Giant. It produces enormous snow-
white heads, and is admitted to be the largest and the earliest
of the giant forms that are of such value during September and
October. We have records of 332 First Prizes having been won
by customers.
Price of the above . . J oz. { oz. i oz. 1 oz. \ lb.
.25 .90 1.50 2.75 8.50
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
CAULIFLOWER. — Continued.
No.
398 Snowball. — This is an old, well-known variety which we can
strongly recommend to the American gardener. It is valuable
for forcing under glass for a winter crop, and equally valuable
for outdoor work, and consequently much esteemed by both
private and market growers. It has a compact, upright habit,
and forms fine white, hard heads. Sow under glass in February,
transplant after frost for cutting in June, or sow out of doors
in the third week in May and transplant in July.
Price of the above . . A oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb.
.25 .90 1.60 3.00 10.50
394 Carters Early Emperor. — A superb strain for the early summer.
A giant Cauliflower for outdoor work, coming in midway between
Carters Forerunner and Carters Autumn Giant. The Royal
Horticultural Society’s report reads: — “Carters Early Emperor.
— Plants dwarf, sturdy, with semi-protecting foliage; heads
medium to large in size, firm, and of excellent shape.”
405 Carters Mont Blanc. — Magnificent snow-white heads, well-
protected by the leaves; one of the best for soils of a heavy or
retentive nature.-
410 Extra Selected Early Dwarf Erfurt. — The finest strain of
the Erfurt Cauliflower; almost as early as the Snowball, producing
very solid, pure white heads of the very finest quality; seldom
fails to form a good sized head.
Price of the above . . A oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb.
.20 .60 1.00 1.75 6.00
415 Autumn Giant. — Well known. One of the most popular
Cauliflowers in cultivation, succeeding immediately our Extra
Early Autumn Giant. Heads of enormous size and fine texture.
418 Walcheren.-A splendid mid-season variety, with solid large
white heads.
Price of the above . . . . Vie oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb.
.15 .45 .75 1.25 4.50
CELERY T/ie Cultivation of Celery.— For earliest crop
1 " sow in February under glass or on a mild hotbed.
Prick out on bottom heat when ready and transfer to trenches in
May or June. For main crop sow in March or April, and in June
or July, when plauts are large enough, transplant to trenches,
preparing the same by bottoming with good rich loam. Water
liberally during July and August; earth up gradually during
August and September. Lift late in November, and for winter
storage place upright on damp soil in a cellar or root house. Pack
closely. 1 oz. of seed will produce 3,000 plants.
No . WHITE CELERY,
424 Carters Solid Ivory. — One of the most remarkable features
of Carters Solid Ivory Celery is its extreme dwarf compact habit
and beautiful white colour. If the heads are tied with a little
rough matting, the same as with Cos Lettuces, it will assist uot
only in keeping the Celery perfect, but also to exclude super-
abundant moisture. We have records of no less than 411 First
Prizes awarded this variety during the past few seasons in open
competition.
434 Qo l den Self Bl a nching -— The best early variety, largely
grown for early market. Stalks solid and crisp, with a nutty
flavour.
Price of the above . . . . % oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb.
.15 .45 .75 1.25 4.50
425 Carters Incomparable Dwarf White. — Useful variety;
stiff compact habit.
433 Boston Market.— The finest flavoured variety in cultivation.
Blanching pure white, crisp, and solid. A splendid keeper.
429 Henderson's White Plume. — Inner leaves being naturally
white, little blanching is required.
431 Wriffht’s Grove Giant White.— Useful for general cultiva-
tion; sweet and juicy.
Price of the above . . ^ oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb.
.10 .30 .50 .75 2.50
No. 424 Carters Solid Ivory Celery (described above).
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
CEl.ERY. — Continued.
RED VARIETIES.
No. 440 Carters No. 442 Carters Giant Pink.
Incomparable.
No.
440 Carters Incomparable Crimson. — A dwarf-growing rich-
colourcd Celery, of dean ami rclincd appearance, very crisp eating,
and of delicious flavour. 241 First Prizes reported during Ha-
past few seasons. This fine variety was exhibited in no less than
4 Gold Medal Exhibits of Carters Vegetables during 1913.
442 Carters Giant Pink.— A superb large-growing variety specially
recommended for exhibition. Heads of this variety formed part
of the Champion Exhibit of Vegetables (open to the world),
Shrewsbury, 1912. and it is also included in the large Gold Medal
Exhibit at the same Show, being greatly admired. During 1913
it was included in 3 separate Gold Medal Exhibits of Carters
Vegetables.
451 Winter Queen. — Of medium height, broad, light green stalks;
very solid and crisp; blanches well.
452 Giant Pascal. — A large green-leaved variety, and one of the
very best for winter use; stalks of medium height, very thick,
and blanches beautiful yellowish-white.
Price of the above .. « oz. i oz. i oz. 1 oz. , Ih
i Celerlac, Carters Improved (or Turnip-rooted Celery). Pure
' white root, refined flavour. It is becoming popular in this country,
owing to the more frequent contact nowadays of the American
people with French dishes. Seeds should be sown in pans in
March, and the plants set out in narrow trenches to mature.
Price of the above .. l^oz. Joz. ioz. 1 oz. t 'm
) Celery Seed for flavouring soups . . J oz. 1 oz. i lb. j lb-
CU/rrT CORN When ordering to be sent by mail
a dd postage at zone rate. Average
weight, 1 pint equals 1 lb.; 1 quart equals 2 lb.
The Cultivation of Sweet Corn . — Plant in a rich, warm soil,
in rows 3 ft. apart for early sorts and 4 ft. apart for the late sorts.
Place hills 2 to 3 ft. apart in the rows. The seed is liable to rot if
planted in wet or cold ground. Yet, if we have an early warm
period in spring it often pays to take some risks, as the plants,
when once up, will often escape injury from belated frosts. May
15th is early enough to plant for seasonable crops. For succession
plant every two weeks to July 15th. 1 quart of seed will plant 200
hills 8 to 10 quarts to an acre.
No. 501 Burpee’s Golden Bantam .
1NU * .
501 Burpee’s Golden Bantam. — An extremely early variety, of a
rich golden colour and delicious flavour; of excellent quality. No
garden is complete without this sort.
Price of the above . . . . 1 pint. J pint. 1 pint. 1 quart
.15 .25 .40 .75
502 Peep o’ Day. — This Corn is at least 10 days earlier than any
other sort, bearing ears of fine quality, averaging 0 in. in length.
Stalks are small, and can be grown close together.
503 Quincy Market. — An early variety, of superior quality. The
ear is very large and full. It is a 12-rowed variety.
506 Early White Cory. — Similar to the Red Cory, but with white
kernels.
507 Mammoth White Cory.— Quite as early as the other Cory
Corns, with ears twice the size. Is sugary and in great demand.
508 Black Mexican.— The sweetest Corn in cultivation. When ripe
this Corn is almost black, but is almost white when ready for the
table. Ripens medium early.
No. 500 Carters Improved. No. 504 Early Crosby.
son Carters Improved Sweet Corn.— An extra early variety. Good
' white cob closely filled with deliciously flavoured grams. Ht.
4 to 5 ft.
er)4 Earlv Crosby. — This variety continues to satisfy year after year
and is quite unrivalled when ripened ears are compared.
509 Potter ’s Excelsior.- Considered the best main crop Corn grown.
The ears are medium in size, and well filled with white, juicy
kernels A 12-rowed sort, and very productive,
s in Country Gentleman.— Of all late varieties this is the richest
flavoured. Has a deep grain and small cob; the kernels are large,
tender, and milky, and lie in irregular rows on the cob.
511 Stowell’s Evergreen.— A very handsome, tender, ^ f d sl j® a yj’
sort. The standard late variety, with very large ears of 12 to 16
rows, which remain fit for use longer than any other Corn grown,
c i ? La t e Mammoth Sugar.— Produces very thick mammoth ears,
with rows of large, broad kernels, of excellent texture. It follows
Stowell’s Evergreen into maturity.
Price of the above . . J pmt .
pint.
.35
quart.
.60
peck.
4.00
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
CORN The Cultivation of Field Corn. — For
field varieties, when planted in hills 2 ft.
apart, use 10 to 12 qts. to the acre; for fodder and ensilage, when
planted in hills use li bushels per acre. When planting Corn for
soiling purposes plant at the rate of 3 to 4 bushels broadcast.
No.
516 Angel of Midnight. — An 8-rowed yellow flint, of excellent
type. Ears long, kernels long and deep glossy yellow.
514 Brewer’s Yellow Dent. — A valuable new dent variety. Has
excellent general qualities; is a splendid ensilage sort, and well
suited to southern New England.
615 Early Yellow Canada. — An early 8-rowed flint variety, with
deep kernel and small cob. Rarely failing to produce a good
crop.
516 Early Mastodon. — The earliest large-eared dent variety
known, will ripen in 95 to 100 days ; a heavy yielder of extra
quality; very hardy, of medium height, and a strong grower.
517 Improved Learning:.— An early heavy long-eared sort,
maturing in 100 to 120 days. Habit medium tall foliage, heavy;
a splendid ensilage variety, and much relished by stock. Cob
small and red ; kernels deep and bright yellow.
518 Eureka Ensilage. — A tall-growing variety, and extensively
grown for ensilage and fodder.
519 Early Sandford. — A New England standard variety. Medium
size ears, about 10 in. long, 8-rowed, with large broad kernels of
a white flint colour. A splendid fodder and ensilage variety.
inn'i r nrin iTt'i'iTr 1 1 1 1 1 1 iti ivi i rri'iviViTi ' 1 v
u '
520 Longfellow. — A yellow flint 8-rowed variety, kernels large and
broad, small cob; a very heavy yielder, and especially adapted
to New England.
6S1 Pride of the North.— Very early dent, maturing in 90 to 100
days, and can be absolutely relied upon. It can be grown with
great success in the north. Ears of good size, kernels long,
colour deep yellow, 12 to 16 rowed.
522 8weet Fodder— Very succulent and nutritious as green fodder,
and very useful for soiling or ensilage.
528 White Southern.— A standard ensilage and fodder corn, and
in much demand in southern New England.
Price of the above .. quart. J-peck. peck. bushel.
.30 1.00 1.75 6.50
The Cultivation of Cress and Mustard. — Two of
**** the most popular salad plants in cultivation. Easily
grown during the winter on the greenhouse bench, in frames,
pots, or boxes. Sow the seed very thickly in rows 3 to 6 in. apart,
under glass for summer use; the rows should be 1 ft. apart in the
open ground. Make successive sowings. 1 oz. of < r^« s will sow
100 ft. of drill. 1 oz. of mustard 40 ft. of drill.
539 Plain or Common. — For early salads.
540 Curled or Pepper Grass. — Ordinary stock
541 American or Upland Cress. — A perennial sort, with a taste
similar to Watercress.
Price of the above . . . . 1 oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.05 .15 .45 1.50
542 Watercress. — Watercress may be successfully grown from seed
if sown in a shaded border and kept well watered when started.
Price of the above . . | oz. J oz. J oz. 1 oz. J lb.
.15 .25 .40 .70 2.50
CUCUMBER. The Cultivation of Indoor Cucumber.—
English Forcing or Frame varieties for
winter use must be started under glass early in September, in
pots or pans, keeping the seed pans shaded from strong light
until the seedlings appear. When established, transplant to the
permanent position in hotbeds or greenhouse, in a well-prepared
•oil, and supply freely with lukewarm water and light liquid
manures; or sow in a pot or pan during February or March in
heat for summer use, keeping the seed-pan shaded from strong
light until the seedlings appear, then transplant to well-prepared
hot-bed or other position, when the plants are sufficiently
established. If intended for cold-frame culture the plants must
not be put out until all danger of frost is past.
ENGLISH FORCING OR FRAME.
456 Carters Model . — One of the handsomest Cucumbers grown,
embodying the fine form and general characteristics of Tender
and True with the prolific habit and strong constitution of the
Telegraph. Perfect in outline, with scarcely any neck, and of
fine flavour, this variety has become popular both for exhibition
and table purposes. Splendid specimens of this fine Cucumber
were conspicuous in the First and Champion Prize Exhibit of
Carters Vegetables ‘open to the world) at Shrewsbury Show, 1912.
The Large Gold M«»dal Exhibit at the same Exhibition also con-
tained some remarkable fruit of this variety. 229 First Prizes
reported by customers during the past few seasons.
CUCUMBER, ENGLISH FORCING — Continued
No. 456 Carters Model Cucumber, described in Previous column.
457 Carters Improved Telegraph. — Our highly-selected stock
is the finest available of this popular variety. Unquestionably
one of the best winter Cucumbers ; indispensable for forcing, aud
a great cropper.
459 Carters Ideal. — Raised by that champion cultivator. Mr. E.
Beckett, head gardener to the Hon. Vicary Gibbs. It is quite an
aristocratic variety, in colour, shape, atid flavour. It gained a
Cultural Commendation after growth at Wisley. 12 First Prizes
reported by customers during 1914.
The seeds of these very choice varieties are saved with great care
from plants sown under glass.
Price of the above ... 10 s « ds - 2Ss « d »-
OUTDOOR VARIETIES.
The Cultivation of Outdoor Cucumber.— For early use sow
April 1st in hotbeds, upon inverted grass sods, so that they can be
readily transplanted to the open ground in rich soil when all danger
of frost is past. For outdoor cultivation sow the seed when the
weather becomes settled and warm, in hills from 4 to G ft. apart each
way. Thin out to four of the strongest plants to a hill after danger
from insects is over. These plants exist best in a warm, moist, rich,
loamy soil. Continue planting at intervals foi a succession.
Cucumbers should be gathered when huge enough for use. whether
required or not. because if left to ripen they spoil the productiveness
of the plant. For pickles plant in June and July. 1 oz. of seed will
plant 50 hills, 2 lb. to the acre.
487 Improved Early White Spine. — An excellent variety, which
produces an early crop of crisp, tender, well-flavoured Cucumbers.
They are a light green in colour, with white spines of a medium
SiZC - p ricc ioz. IOZ. lib. Ilb.
■” .io .Z5 .75 2.50
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
CUCUMBER, OUTDOOR — Continued.
480 Carters Outdoor. — The longest hardy Cucumber, Fruit of a
good shape and colour, and of fine flavour.
492 Davis Perfect.— Excellent variety, of good habit : colour dark
green. 10 to 12 in. long.
488 Arlington White 8plne> — A strain of White Spine that has
been improved through careful selection with a few of use for
starting in hothouse or frames.
489 Japanese Climbing:.— Can be grown on a trellis for decora-
tion ; very prolific.
491 Improved Long: Green.— This is a late sort, of great length.
and the fruit is very crisp and tender.
483 Carters Prickly Ridge. — A hardy variety, of easy culture
485 Gherkin. — Very extensively used for pickling.
490 Everbearing. — Of medium size, good shape, early and productive.
482 Carters Miniature Cluster. — The best for pickling or salad.
493 Paris Pickling. — Fruit very long, prickly, and a deep rich green
in colour.
494 Chicago Pickling. — Very crisp and tender.
Price of the above . . . . i oz. 1 oz. 1 lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
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pay r^il/ir Two First Class Certificates awarded by the Royal
CI1U,¥ Horticultural Society for our stocks of Endive.
The Cultivation of Endive . — Sow for early crops in middle
of April, and for succession to beginning of August; thin out
to about 10 in. apart. A simple method of blanching is to put an
inverted pot over each plant and cover it with leaves or straw.
1 oz. of seed will sow 150 ft. of drill.
555 Carters Model. — The most beautiful and perfect form of Curled
Endive yet introduced. It is exceedingly ornamental, of a dis-
tinct colour, and bleaches admirably. Carters Model Endive
was greatly admired in our Gold Medal Collection of Vegetables
at the Royal Horticultural .Society’s Exhibition in Chelsea Gardens,
May, 1913.
Price of the above . . i oz. 1 oz. $ oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
No. 559 Carters Green Curled.
No.
559 Carters Green Curled. — Dwarf, and beautifully curled.
556 Carders White Endive. — Superbly curled and laciniated; easily
blanched, very tender.
OVAL OR PLAIN-LEAVED.
567 Carters Round-leaved Batavian.— Very compact and hardy;
forms good heart.
568 Green Batavian or Escarolle. — Tender broad leaves, crisp;
of good flavour.
Price of the above . . J oz. i oz. $ oz. 1 oz. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
PLANT The Cultivation of Egg Plant. — Sow in
■ B ■ gentle heat early in April, transplant
towards the middle of June, setting the plants 3 ft. apart each
way. 1 oz. of seed produces about 1,500 plants.
574 Black Beauty. — Fruit jet black; good form and solid.
575 N. Y. Improved. — A splendid market variety; fruit large.
576 White Egg. —The small white variety; of good flavour.
Price of the above . . . . 1 oz. J oz. i oz. 1 oz.
.15 .25 .40 .75
|/AU| RARI oh A useful vegetable, not nearly so much
n or cultivated in this country in gardens ft*
KNOL KHOL. it would be were its merits known. Used
as a substitute for Turnips, especially ia
hot dry seasons. The bulb grows entirely out of the ground.
Included in our Gold Medal Exhibit at York Gala Show. 1914.
The Cultivation of Kohl Rabi. — Prepare a breadth of good,
well-manured soil. Drill the seeds in rows, about 15 in. apart, in
May. and thin out to about 9 in. apart. They are ready for use
when they attain the size of a small Turnip. 1 oz. of seed will
sow 150 ft. of drill.
Varieties. — There are two varieties in general cultivation, the
white and the purple.
582 Carters Earliest White. — Garden Kohl Rabi.
583 Carters Earliest Purple. — Garden Kohl Rabi.
Price of the above . . 1 oz. \ oz. | oz. 1 oz. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .25 .45 1.50
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I CCI/ The Cultivation of Leek. — Sow early in April, and
transplant early in July into trenches of well-ma. .:red
•oil, 9ay 1 ft. in depth, and 1 ft. 8 in. between the plants. In
warm weather liberal dressings of liquid manure will be of
service, and the plants should be afterwards carefully earthed up
to blanch the stems. For exhibition, sow in January in boxes
under glass, and transplant as early as the ground can be worked
into rich soil. 1 ox. of seed will sow 100 ft. of drill.
No.
•87 Carters Holborn Model. — The best both for exhibition and
table. The stems are remarkably solid, not quite so long as
Carters Selected Musselburgh, of the clearest iwhite colour,
whilst the flavour is exceedingly delicate. It was a conspicuous
feature in the First Prize and Champion Exhibit of Vegetables
(open to the world). Shrewsbury, 1912 ; and also included in the
Large Gold Medal Exhibit at the same show. Since then it has
been conspicuous in many Gold Medal Collections throughout
the country. 375 First Prizes reported by customers.
688 Carters Selected Musselburgh. — A splendid selection of
this well-known and popular variety ; grows to large size, and is
recommended for exhibition.
639 The Lyon Leek.— A very popular large variety ; widely grown
and takes many of the leading prizes each year.
641 Carters London or Broad Flag.— Quick growing ; for
early use.
d43 Henry's Prize. — Late variety; of large size; very hardy.
Price of the above . . . . i oz. $ oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.15 .25 .40 1.50
Order Carters Tested Seeds
by Number and Price only .
This will save you time and
expedite your order.
LETTUCE Cultivation of Lettuce. — Sow the seed in hot
w " beds during February or early March. As the
seedlings appear prick them into flats or cold frames, leaving
several inches between the plants for growth. As soon as a nice,
rich warm spot can be worked in the open, transplant the
sturdiest plants in rows 1 ft. apart and leaving 8 to 12 in. between
the plants in the rows. For a succession of growths sow the
seeds very lightly in open ground and thin the plants to 6 in. or
more apart. Do this as often as one bed is rid of its result. Some
varieties will do very well during the winter in a cool forcing
house. 1 oz. of seed will produce 3,000 plants.
CABBAGE-HEADED VARIETIES.
588 Carters Butter Ball. — A new and excellent variety, suitable
for the open ground, producing heads of large size and very solid.
When fully matured the heart is blanched to a clear white.
Strongly recommended.
Price
i oz. \ oz. i oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .15 .20 .85 1.25
LETTUCE, CABBAGE-HEADED VARIETIES—
Continued.
No.
589 Carters Holborn Standard. — A Lettuce of extraordinary
size and duration. It forms well-developed heads in its early
stages, and is one of the very last to start for seed. Its leaves
are crumpled and crisp, whilst it is very tender and of excelleul
flavour, and will provide an abundance of salad during the
hottest summer. 161 First Prizes reported during the past few
seasons. The Royal Horticultural Society, reporting its trials at
Wisley, says: — "Carters Holborn Standard.— Heat is laige.
solid, crisp, good flavour, with crumpled outer leaves tinged
with brown. This variety stood the drought well without
running to seed.” Our Holborn Standard was included in
6 Gold Medal collections at important Exhibitions.
598 Carters Perpetual.— Award of Merit. R.H.S. This is a large
handsome Cabbage Lettuce equally suitable for forcing and for
open ground. Its great attraction to us is its resistance to
drought. It produces very fine heads of a lively green colour,
and retains its crisp and tender flavour to the last, its deeply
crumpled leaves giving it great substance. 23 First Prises
reported last season. The Royal Horticultural Society, reporting
its trials at Wisley. says: — Carters Perpetual.— Foliage beauti-
fully curled; a fine stock.” Some very fine specimens of this
variety were contained in the 4 Gold Medal Exhibits of Carters
Vegetables during 1913 and 3 Gold Medal Exhibits in 1914.
615 Belmont Forcing: (or Hothouse).— Largely grown as a
forcing sort in the East, and is not suited to outdoor culture.
Similar to White-seeded Tennisball, but Is decidedly larger ; a
duller green in colour and a trifle later.
Price of the above . . i oz. i oz. £ oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .15 .25 .40 1.50
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LETTUCE, CABBAGE-H EAOED — Continued
No.
W3 Carters All the Year Round. — This is a superb stock, the
heads being very solid, white and crisp, and slow to run to seed.
608 Big Boston. — Very large, tender heads, splendid for both
indoor or outdoor culture.
Ml Carters Green-fringed. — Of a very delicate and peculiar
shade of green, inner parts of the leaves being white; the edges
are prettily fringed and serrated, the appearance being very
striking and pleasing. Useful summer variety. Exhibited in
the Gold Medal Exhibit (all Carters Vegetables), R.H.S. Holland
House Show. 1913.
•09 May King. — Heads of globular shape, firm and close ; colour
light green, ribs delicate, and waved centre is of a light yellow
and very tender.
•92 Carters Round-leaved. — A hardy flat-shaped variety that
can be sown at almost any season. The heads are very compact
and firm, solid, and white ; slow to run to seed. In our own
trials we have repeatedly seen this variety standing firm when
others have bolted. This fine variety was included in 3 Gold
Medal Exhibits during 1913.
591 Carters Green Fringed. — A delicate and very crisp inner leaves ;
white and of excellent flavor.
596 Continuity. — Distinct brown-tinged variety ; useful for hot dry
seasons.
597 Early Paris Market.— Quick growing; for framework Is one
of the best; distinct tinted edge.
603 Improved Drumhead. — Grows to large size; colour light
green.
612 Grand Rapids. — An open cabbaging type, producing a large
quantity of leaves, which can be used for salads in a very early
stage before hearting varieties are ready.
610 Black Seeded Tennisball. — A standard sort of excellent
form, being tender, crisp, and compact.
611 White Seeded Tennisball. — Very early; a good forcer;
tender and crisp, free from bitterness.
613 Iceberg:.— A large solid-headed very crisp kind, the hearts of
which under moderate cultivation weigh from 2 to 3 lb.
i oz. 1 oz. $ oz. 1 oz. } b.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25 .40 1.25
COS OR ROMAINE VARIETIES.
617 Garters Plant White Cos. — This remarkably fine Lettuce
becomes more popular every season, and is without doubt the
best and finest flavoured Cos Lettuce in cultivation. Owing to
the self-folding habit it possesses, no tying is required. The
heads are very solid and crisp eating. It does not run to
seed as quickly as other Cos varieties. 57 First Prizes reported
by customers during one season. Awarded 4 Gold Medals and a
Silver Cup, and this fine Lettuce was staged in 2 Gold Medal
Exhibits during 1914.
No. 624 Carters Jumbo Cos, described in next column.
Price of the above i oz. 1 oz. $ oz. 1 oz. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .25 .40 1.25
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LETTUCE, COS VARIETIES — Continued.
No ,
*94 Carters Jumbo Cos. -A distinct summer Lettuce of enormous
During the hottest period of the year we have seen this
Lettuce standing as firm as a rock, and many of the heads when
fit to eat weighed from 5 to 6 lbs. each. The Royal Horticultural
Society, reporting its trials at Wisley, says:— deep
green; hearts immense; solid. Excellent flavour. Stood the
drought well. Ready July 1st. The largest Lettuce in the col-
lection (39 varieties).” 49 First Prizes were reported by our
customers in 1914 Awarded 3 Gold Medals.
627 Paris White
white hearts.
629 Superb White Cos. — Fine
well, very crisp.
Price of the above . . \ oz. i oz. i oz.
.10 .15 .25
Cos. — Fine useful summer variety, good solid
large-hearting variety, blanches
1 oz.
40
i lb.
1.25
OKI The Cultviation of Melon. — Sow for first, crop in
lvlEift»wl^la January, and plant when ready into pits or on
slabs filled with good maiden loam and well-rotted manure,
adding a dressing of fine soil to the surface and bringing the
plants as near the light and glass as possible. It is essential that,
a regular temperature be secured rather than a high degree or
heat Keep a moist buoyant atmosphere during growth, and give
air freely when fruit is ripening, checking the supply of water to
develop' flavour The frame varieties arc sown later, and kept
under glass until the season is sufficiently advanced for them to
be put out ou a warm heap of sod in the frame.
ENGLISH FORCING OR FRAME VARIETIES.
Carters Godden Green Queen (Photograph
above ). — New Greenfleshed Melon.
Raised by Mr. F. Woodward, gardener
to Mrs. Hudson, Godden Green, Sevenoaks. This fine new variety
is a decided acquisition to the green-fleshed Melons. In addition
to having an exceedingly handsome appearance it is of remarkable
flavour, and has found favour wherever grown. The photograph
shows its general appearance, but the delicacy of the netting
is more intense. It has all the good qualities of a first-class variety,
being a free and easy setter.
NOVELTY
Carters Delicatesse. — A new green-fleshed
round variety. This superb new Melon
was sent out by us for trial during the
season 1912 as King George V. It has, however, been renamed
to prevent confusion with a variety having a similar title. From
all quarters we have received most favourable reports, remarking
on the excellent constitution of the plants and the delicious flavour
of its freely produced and handsomely netted fruits.
703
NOVELTY
712 King George.— A new scarlet-.fleshed variety, green skin, finely
netted large fruits on strong plants.
Price of the above . . . . 10 seeds. 25 seeds.
.25 50
710 Carters Barnett Hill Favourite. -A superb white-fleshed
Melon. The many gratifying reports received from our customers
have amply proved our confidence in introducing this grand
Melon, and the demand is equally confirmatory of its merits, it.
is superbly netted, orange-yellow in colour with white flesh ana
a splendid flavour; it is free setting and a perfect exhibition variety.
The raiser, Mr. A. Mitchelson, states that the Melon has a strong
constitution, is a free setter, juicy and splendid flavour, above
the average size, with a rich orange colour, handsomely netted,
and is a grand exhibition variety.
705 Carters British Queen.— This grand cream-flesh Melon is a
cross between Ilero of Lockinge and Royal Ascot, and was awarded
the First Class Certificate of the Royal Horticultural Society.
Pronounced by the Committee to be the very h (^ flavoured
white-flesh Melon ever submitted. Also awarded a Gold Medal,
Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society, in association with other
....i.ii.U ..,1 tlvo Wrwal rinrrlfns; Windsor.
No. 704 Carters Blenheim Orange
704 Carters Blenheim Orange.— The best scarlet-fleshed Melon.
Awarded the hirst Class Certificate of the Royal Horticultural
Society. The finest flavoured and most popular scarlet-flesh
Melon in cultivation. Remarkably prolific, has a grand consti-
tution, is a very fine setter, and may be described as a perpetual
bearer, ripening in a short space of time. I he fruit is superbly
netted, the flesh deep and solid, and a special and distinctive
feature is the evenly-defined and thin rind.
Price of the above
10 seeds.
25 seeds.
The seeds of the above very choice varieties are saved with great care from
platits grown under glass.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
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MIIlQiC MH AM Cultivation of Musk and Water
IfltLUIl. Melon . — Melons succeed the best in
a light, rich, sandy soil. Seed should be planted about the first
week in May. Plant in hills about 5 or 6 ft. apart each way for
Musk Melon, and 8 to 10 ft. apart each way for Water Melon.
Each hill should have at least a peck of well-rotted manure mixed
thoroughly with the soil previous to planting. Plant 10 seeds
to the hill, and when the plants have made a good showing thin
out to three or four of the best plants to the hill. 1 oz. of seed
will plant 50 hills; 2 to 3 lb. of seed in hills to the acre.
724 Carters Re-selected Netted Gem or Rocky Ford . — An oblong,
second early sort, very popular. '1 ne melons average about
5 in. in length, arc of a delicious flavour. Flesh light green.
725 Emerald Gem. — An extra early sort. In shape it is round,
with a salmon-coloured flesh and an exceptionally fine flavour.
The exterior is a dark green.
726 Miller's Cream or Osage. — Fruit round and large, with a green
netted skin. Salmon flesh. Very tasty.
727 Extra Early Hackensack. — Flesh green, very sweet, large size.
732 Honey Dew. A very excellent melon, flesh green, with a delicious
honey flavor.
726 Montreal Nutmeg. —The largest nutmeg sort grown. A fine
Melon for either exhibition or home use.
730 Burrell's Gem. — Deep orange; otherwise similar to Rocky Ford.
731 Bush Musk Melon. — Light-green flesh.
Price of the above . . . . J oz. 1 oz. $ lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.25
WATER MELON.
737 Cole's Early. — A medium-sized very early sort, with a large
heart and deep-red flesh of fine texture. Docs well in northern
gardens.
738 Mountain Sweet. — A large, oblong sort, with a dark-green
coloured skin and very solid red flesh. This is an early sort and
very popular.
739 Ice Cream. — This is a round melon, with mottled gray skin
and a llesh-pink flesh. Very crisp.
740 Cuban Queen. — One of the largest round varieties, with a bright-
red flesh. Very melting and sweet.
736 ’ — Sweetheart — One of the best varieties grown.
741 Carters Improved Kleckley Sweets .— The melons measure
about 1 ft. 6 in. in length by about H/'in. in diameter. The flesh
is bright scarlet, very thick, crisp, and melting. It i g an early
variety and most suitable for home growing.
742 Citron. — Excellent for preserving.
Price of the above . . 1 oz. 1 oz. 1 lb. 1 lb.
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MUSTARD . — See Cress for Cultivation Notes.
649 Carters Finest White Mustard. — Very popular for salads.
650 Brown. — Very pungent; the seed largely used for grinding.
651 Chinese. — Black-seeded; fine pungent flavour.
Price of the above .. .. i oz. 1 oz. Jib. lib.
.05 .15 .45 1.50
SPECIAL NOTICE.
An efficient and practical gardener is as essential to
successful gardening as are our tested seeds.
We desire you to know that we are in the position to
secure for you the services of the most efficient and practical
gardeners, suitable either as superintendents, head gardeners,
or assistant gardeners.
Upon receiving information that you are in want of such
a man, we will at once put you in touch with the Service
Bureau of the National Association of Gardeners, which is
maintained for the special purpose of providing opportunities
for qualified gardeners. It aims to place in vacant positions
men who are fully capable of meeting all the necessary require-
ments.
Carters Tested Seeds, Inc., and the National Association
of Gardeners make no charge for services rendered you
through this Service Bureau.
We earnestly invite your confidence and co-operation in
this matter.
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successfully, the following reqvlrements are essential:
;er manure, not peat litter), shake out well, leaving a9
little straw as possible ; the better the manure
the better the bed will bear. After shaking
out. stack your short manure closely, as
for the preparation of a hotbed, and there
let it remain for a week to have a good heating,
then turn it over and place what ha9 been
outside the heap into the centre. Repeat this
turning at intervals of three days (four turn-
ings should be sufficient), and if dry, use
water enough to moisten it gradually at each
turning ; this will get the material into right
condition for the beds, as moisture is one of
the most important points to study and the
right texture of the material depends almost
entirely upon this proper state of moisture.
If you get your material right in this respect,
whatever shape you make your beds, whether
flat beds or ridges, you will not be likely to
experience any trouble afterwards. The ideal
temperature is 55° to 60°, but Mushrooms do
come at a much lower temperature ; a higher
temperature than 60° should be avoided if
possible.
After the beds are ready the bricks are each
broken into about ten pieces of about equal
size. These pieces should be inserted about
2 in. below the surface and about 10 in. apart;
the bed should then be gently stamped or
compressed. In about 15 days the spawn
should have run entirely through the bed.
The whole surface should be then covered
with about 2 in. of loam and over this place a
few inches of straw. Under these conditions
f< # the mushrooms should appear in about six
Carters SPeoial Milltrack" Brand. weeks and continue to come for a month.
One brick of spawn will lay in 9 sq. ft. of bed.
No. 690 CARTERS MUSHROOM SPAWN.
Price
1 brick.
.25
4 bricks.
.85
12 bricks. 100 bricks.
1.75 14.00
Q |U | Q M The Cultivation of Onion . — The ground cannot well be too rich for this crop, nor the soil in too fine a condition. Sow the seed
w 1 w ■ as early as the soil can be worked though the weather be yet damp and cold. The soil must be made firm before the operation
is undertaken in e ; ther beds or drills. The seed should be sown thinly and covered lightly, the drills 1 ft. apart, and the young Onions thinned
out to about 6 in. apart., according to the variety. In very dry weather a good watering is very beneficial. Growers of Onions for exhibition
generally transplant, and this is also a sure means of checking the onion grub, so troublesome in some districts. 1 oz. of seed will sow 100 ft.
of drill; 4 to 5 lb. to an acre.
No.
747 Carters
Holborn. — Equally valuable for exhibition and for
table purposes. Perfect in shape, it grows to a large size, and is
distinct in colour of skin from other globe varieties. It is a
capital keeper, and the delicate flavour approaches that of the
imported Spanish Onions sold by grocers and fruiterers.
rice of the above
5.00
No. 747
Carters Holborn.
Reduced Photograph.
No.
752 Carters Selected Alisa Craig. — We offer a very fine strain of
this popular Onion, which, on account of its enormous size, is in
great demand amongst exhibitors of vegetables. It is a good
keeper, and is much liked.
753 Carters Record . — Continues to hold its prominent position in
public favour as the largest globe-shaped Onion in cultivation.
It shows a disposition to vary in colour in a small percer*?^.
763 Cranston’s Excelsior. — A fine variety, of good shape; suitable
for exhibition purposes. .
Price of the above . . . . J oz. ^ oz. 1 oz. \ lb.
.20 .50 .90 3.00
749 Carters 8ilver Ball.— A pretty, medium-sized white globe
Onion of fine texture and mild flavour. It makes a nice contrast
on the exhibition table. Included in our Gold Medal and Silver
Cup Exhibit of Vegetables at the Bristol Royal Show, 1913.
750 Carters Early Wonder. — A small globe Onion, maturing
with great rapidity, thus leaving the ground vacant very early
for the next crop ; its keeping qualities are also remarkable.
Awarded 4 Gold Medals with our other Vegetable Exhibits in
two years.
763 Cranston’s Excelsior. — A fine variety, of good shape ; suit-
able for exhibition purposes.
782 Carters Golden Globe Tripoli.— A large variety, similar in
size to the Giant Rocca. The skin is of a transparent golden-
straw colour, and it will be found invaluable in exhibition
collections.
783 Carters Giant White Tripoli.— Especially suitable for
culinary purposes and exhibition; a rather tender Onion on
heavy soils; ripens very early.
781 Carters White Emperor or Improved Italian.—
Unquestionably the finest form of flat Onion in cultivation, with
silvery-white skin, and flesh of a most agreeable mild flavour.
Included in the Champion Gold Medal Collection of Vegetables
Shrewsbury, 1912.
Price of the above
i oz.
.15
1 oz.
.75
i lb.
2.50
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ONION — Continued .
748 Carters Long Keeper
Onion
792 Carters Yellow Globe
Danvers
Carters Se lected Ailsa Craig f see Photograph above).— We offer a very fine strain of this popular Onion
which, on account of its enormous size, is in great demand amongst exhibitors of vegetables. It is a gooc
keeper and is much liked and recommended on account of its acceptable delicate and pungent flavour.
Price of the above
i oz.
.20
i oz. 1 oz. J lb.
.50 .90 3.00
84 First Prizes reported
during the past two
seasons
No. 752
Carters Selected Ailsa
Craig Onion
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS — CHOICE VEGETABLES.
ONION — Continued.
No.
755 Carters Blood Red. — Splendid deep blood-red colour, of medium
size.
754 Carters White Spanish— A Re-selected Stock .— Our stock |
of this popular variety has been carefully selected by us, and
is offered as the most perfect form of the Banbury type it is possible
to procure. It grows to a very large size, is of a pale yellow-
colour, and good flavour.
OKRA or GUMBO • Early in May the seed should
be sown in rows about 3 ft. apart and 2 in. deep. As the plants
appear thin to about 1 ft. apart. 1 oz. of seed will plant 40 ft. of
drill.
No.
806 Dwarf Green. — A very early and tender sort.
807 Tall Green. — A heavy producing variety.
Price of the above . . \ oz. J oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .15 .25 .85
790 Sliver Skin or White Queen.— Standard white onion for market
use — very mild.
780 Carters Autumn Giant. — A very large, white-skinned Onion;
mild and agreeable flavour.
748 Carters Long Keeper. — Will remain sound the year round
if properly kept. "I am sending some examples of your Long-
keeping Onion, grown in 1600, and it. is now October 5th. 1901.
Gardeners about here hardly believe it.” — J. L., Blackheath.
764 Carters Pearl Pickier. — This is the genuine miniature Onion
that is preserved in white vingear, and found on the tables at
the leading hotels
792 Carters Selected Yellow Globe Danvers. — Our stock of this
very popular variety has been carefully selected by us from numer-
ous tests in regard to its size, shape, colour, solidity, and flavour,
by the Carter method, and we are pleased to say this strain of
seed is the most perfect form of a Yellow Globe Onion ever pro-
duced. No vegetable garden should be without this Onion.
796 Prlzetaker. — A large mild white-fleshed Onion. It keeps well
and can be used almost all the year round.
794 Southport Yellow Globe. — A variety of excellent flavour and
good keeping qualities.
Price of the above . . | oz. \ oz. 1 oz. J lb. I lb.
.15 .25 .60 2.00 7.50
793 Red Wethersfield . — A variety of exceptional quality and flavour,
and a good keeper.
Price of the above . . J oz. J oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .30 .50 1.75 6.00
ONION SETS.
1333 Onion Sets, Yellow, per qt S .40
1334 Onion Sets, White 40
1335 Onion Sets, Red 40
1383 JERSEY SHALLOT SEED.
Price of the above . . J oz. J oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .30 .50 1.75 5.00
njiDCI ry The Cultivation of Parsley. — Sow the seeds
rMn9LLT • thinly in beds any time from February until
the end of June. In dry seasons it is an advantage to water the
beds, as the seeds will sometimes lie a long while dormant. 1 oz.
of seed will sow 150 ft. of drill.
81' Carters Crested Bouquet, Re-selected.— This superb variety
has again been re-selected and improved by us, and our stock
is now without question the most perfect type of Parsley ever
offered. Numerous visitors to our Trial Grounds at Raynes
Park have freely endorsed our opinion. It is of dwarf, compact
habit, the exquisite curl of the leaves giving it a very attractive
crested appearance.
Prices i oz. J oz. 1 oz. i lb.
15 .25 .45 1.50
816 Carters Champion Moss Curled Parsley. — A very close,
handsome variety; both useful and ornamental.
819 Carters Curled. — Compact and hardy; beautifully curled.
815 Carters Emerald Green. — Award of Merit, R.II.S. This
excellent stock of Parsley is becoming very popular, and was
picked out by the Committee of the Royal Horticultural Society
as being worthy of an Award of Merit. The colour is a very
rich deep green; habit taller and more branching than our cele-
brated Champion Moss Curled ; it is also very quick in developing,
and should prove of great value to market growers.
817 Carters, Perpetual Parsley. — This splendid variety was intro-
duced by us some years ago and has attained a large sale on account
of its excellent quality and its characteristic of being remarkably
slow to run to seed. It is rather taller and more branching m
growth than our Crested Bouquet.
818 Carters Fern-leaved Parsley. — Exquisitely perfect in form
and colour; quite fern-like, and highly ornamental; for garnish-
ing purposes it is ideal.
824 Turnip-rooted Parsley. — Edible roots; esteemed for flavour-
ing soups.
Price of the above . . . . i oz. 1 oz. \ lb. 1
.10 .25 .75 2.50
Please Order Carters Tested Seed by Catalogue
Number and Price only.
This Will Save You Time and Expedite Your Orders.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
^ > bp 7 Vic Cultivation of the Garden Pea . — The smooth round-seeded extra early varieties of Peas arc generally the very
GAKUKlN ■ tn5> first to be sown in spring, and should be sown as soon as the ground is fit to be worked. The wrinkled sorts are
not so hardy, and should not be planted before the ground has warmed, up to a certain degree. The tall varieties require brush or other suitable
support, but by selecting sorts that do not grow over 2 ft. the necessity of providing brush may be eliminated. A careful selection ot varieties ana
a frequent planting for succession will insure a continuous crop of peas from June until the early frosts. The seed should be sown in rows 3 It. apart
and 3 in. deep, and should be planted at the rate of 1 qt. of the smoother sorts to 100 ft. of drill and 1 qt. of the wrinkled varieties to 80 running
feet. Cultivate similarly to corn or beans. The taller sorts may be planted in double drills and brush placed between for a support. ror best, results
all garden peas require good, fertile soil and abundant moisture Much success has been attained by the use of only the very earliest dwart peas
by making plantings ten days apart from early spring until the last of July.
When ordering Peas to be sent by mail add postage at zone rates. Average weight, 1 pt. equals 1 lb.; 1 qt. equals 2 lb.
FOR FORCING OR BORDER WORK.
872 Carters Eight Weeks ( Green Round. Ht. 11 ft.). — This is
the Earliest Dwarf Pica in the World, proved not only from
our own trials, but from the expert reports we receive from time
to time. A very hardy Marrowfat, possessing all the good points
of the best type American Wonder, which was one of its parents.
As both a forcing and an early border variety it has become a
boon to gardeners whose demands are heavy early in the season.
Price of the above . .
873 Carters Forcing Pea (Wrinkled Marrowfat. Ht. 1 ft.). — A
valuable Marrowfat i-’ea for under-glass culture. Its stocky
growtn is rarely more than 1 ft. in height. It commends itself
not only to professional gardeners who are required to produce
peas nearly all the year round, but also to amateurs having a
greenhouse or vinery doing practically nothing during the winter
months, and who can, with this sturdy Pea, raise supplies for
their table very early in the year.
1 pint $ pint pint quart.
.20 .30 .50 .90
EARLIEST GARDEN PEAS.
Carters Early Duke (Wrinkled
Marrowfat. Ht. 3 ft.). —
A new and absolutely distinct
first early. This unique
Blue Express + Duke of Albany variety, selected from a cross
as shown above, is offered
Early Duke after several seasons’ tests
both at Raynts Park, and
the grounds of the leading growers throughout the country. For
quality it is uuequalled, the foliage and pods being of an excep-
tionally deep rich green, being fit to pick about the same time as
Carters Early Morn.
Price of the above . . . . 1 pint
.25
Carters tVlayf lower ( Wrinkled Mar-
row] at. lit. 1) ft.). — A superb
dwarf first early Marrowfat Pea.
A cross between Daisy and
William Hurst. This is a fine
variety* with long pointed pods
twice the size of William Hurst and much more freely produced;
being one of the most prolific dwarf peas grown. The vine is
robust, possessing the same healthy character as its most famous
parent. Daisy . with pods of similar character to that variety.
Seed wrinkled. Everyone should try this fine introduction, which
is most suitable for forcing.
| pint pint quart.
.40 .60 1.00
NOVELTY.
Daisy + William llnrst
Carters May lloxver
No. 899
Carters Snoivdrop
Carters Snowdrop (Wrinkled
Marrowfat. Ht.4ft.). — Award of
Merit, R.H.S. A cross between
Early Morn and Express (Seed-
ling No. 208). This first early
Pea can best be described as an
early Ne Plus Ultra, having pods similar in shape and colour
to that variety. It is a few days later than our Early Morn, grow-
ing rather taller.
Price of the above . . . . 1 pint.
.20
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS , Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER
887 Carters Daffodil (Winkled Marroufat. Ht. 1$ ft.). — A dwarf
and very prolihe Marrowfat Pea with the highest possible com-
mendations, being of the rich deep colour of the Strata Rem type.
It is a first early of bushy habit about 1J ft., obviating the nec-
essity for sticks and rendering it serviceable for borders. Its
pods are larger than most of the well-known Peas of the early
dwarf class, while the quality and flavour of the pea is delicious.
Supply limited.
| pint. pint. quart.
.30 .50 .90
OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON , MASS.
Early Morning; + Expres*
Carters Snowdrop
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
EARLIEST GARDEN PEAS. — Continued.
No.
898 Little Marvel, Carters Re-selected (Wrinkled Marrow-
fat. Ht. \h ft.).— One of the best and most popular amongst the
early dwarf Peas, bearing a very heavy crop of blunt-ended dark
pods, tightly filled with large peas of excellent flavour. An im-
provement upon the English Wonder class. First early green
wrinkled.
876 Laxtonian, Carters Re-selected ( Wrinkled Marrowfat.
Ht. li ft.). — This fine new Pea has been highly selected by us. and
the stock we now offer is saved from deep-green giant-podded
plants only. It is very early, closely following Eight Weeks.
Its deep-green pods are long and curved, and of most excellent
flavour; an excellent forcing Pea.
Price of the above . .
No. 875 Carters Early Morn, giant
Podded, delicious flavour.
nu.
875 Carters Early Morn (see Photograph) ( Wrinkled Marrowfat.
Ht. 3 ft.).— A Scperb First Early Giant Marrowfat. This
grand introduction maintains its position as one of the best early
Marrowfat Peas ever raised. Although very early, the seed
should not be sown until the soil is in a fit state to receive it, as it
is a rapid grower. The pods are very large and well filled, and
are often ready to pick during June.
“I promised you early in the season to let you know the results
obtained in the garden from your Seeds. It is a great pleasure for
me, in redeeming my promise, to be able to tell you that there is not
a failure to report. The garden — both the vegetables and flowers
— has given entire satisfaction: thanks to your Seeds.” — W. Owen.
No 898 Little Marvel.
Carters Re-selected
" I am enclosing a small order for Iris, and thought you might be interested to know some of the results obtained from your seeds.
From one packet of your Little Marvel Peas, planted early thi9 spring. I picked 21 quarts of excellent green Peas. Although my seed
requirements are small I always look forward with pleasure to the receipt of your catalogue." — Ray W. Scott, 1215 Presque Isle Avenue
Marquette. Michigan.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
EARLIEST GARDEN PEAS — Continued.
No.
874 Carters Giant Lightning (White Round. Ht. 3 to 4 ft.). —
The new large-podded early white round Pea; hardy.
880 Carters Giant Blue Express (Blue Round. Ht. 3 to 4 ft.). —
Identical in size with Giant Lightning. The new large-podded
early blue round Pea.
885 The Pilot, Carters Re-selected (Round Seeded. Ht. 3 ft.). —
This well-known variety has been carefully selected by us, and is
without question the most perfect stock on the market; it pro-
duces large, well-filled, deep-coloured pods, about the size of
Gradus,
888 Gradus (Wrinkled Marrowfat. Ht. 4 ft.). — An early large-
podded Marrow Pea. Large deep-green pods, good flavour.
883 Carters Lightning (Round Seeded. Ht. 2$ ft.). — A reselected
stock of the earliest white round-seeded Pea.
884 Carters American Wonder, Re-selected (Wrinkled Marrowfat.
lit. lj ft.). — An early dwarf Marrow. Our stock of this variety
is highly selected, and is in every way far superior to the older
stock, having pods nearly as large again; handsome in appearance
with Peas of very fine flavour.
905 English Wonder (Wrinkled. Ht. 1 ft.). — A popular early
Marrow, very prolific; deep green pods; compact.
902 Earliest of All or Alaska (Blue Round. Ht. 2 ft.). — A well-
known extra early round blue Pea, which produces Peas in great
quantity. The seed can be planted as soon as the ground is fit to
work in spring time.
912 Notts Excelsior (Wrinkled. Ht. 1 $ ft.). — An improved type of
Little Gem, being as early and pods decidedly larger, and con-
taining 7 to 9 large solid Peas of fine quality.
913 Excelsior, Carters Dwarff Improved (Wrinkled. Ht. 1£ ft.). —
Very early and prolific, producing an abundance of broad pods
well filled with Peas of an unsurpassed flavour. Of so hardy a
nature that this sort can be planted without fear at the same
time as the smooth round varieties. The haulm is very stout,
and all in all this is a very near all-round Pea for any garden.
Price of the above . . . . J pint. $ pint. pint, quart.
.15 25 .45 .80
SECOND EARLY GARDEN PEAS.
924 Carters Palsy (Wrinkled. Ht. 1} ft.).— The most famous
second early Marrowfat in cultivation. First Class Certificate,
R.H.S. This grand dwarf Marrowfat Pea has been before the
public for some years, and still stands at the head, as confirmed
by the great independent trial of Peas conducted by the Royal
Horticultural Society. Their experiment comprised over 80
varieties, and Carters Daisy gained the First Class Certificate
given by the Society. Carters Daisy Pea is an early maincrop,
growing about 1 i ft. high. The haulm is very robust, and the
crop of giant, well-filled pods of good colour is enormous. Visitors
to Leamington Show in 1913 will remember the very fine pods
of this remarkable Pea contained in our Exhibit of Vegetables,
which was awarded the Gold Medal. An excellent forcing Pea.
961 Carters Buttercup (Round Blue. Ht. 1J to 2 ft.). — A hardy
type of Daisy Pea. May be described as an early maincrop; fine
robust habit, long well-filled pods, produced in pairs, averaging
10 Peas in each; remarkably free bearing. The large deep-green
seed, which is almost round, retains the sweet marrowfat flavour
when cooked. This fine Pea was much admired at Bristol Royal
Show, where we were awarded a Gold Medal and Silver Cup.
936 HorsforcTs Market Garden. — A very productive sort, much
used by canners. Pods medium size, and produced near top of
vine. Quality higl^. Ht. 2\ ft.
933 Dwarff Champion, Rice’s Improved. — A very fine second
early Pea of highest quality. Ht. 2£ ft.
932 Thomas Laxton. — Similar to Gradus, but with blunt rather
than pointed pods. Hardy and productive. Ht. 3 ft.
Price of the above . . . . 1 pint. $ pint. pint, quart.
.20 .30 50 .90
FRENCH PEAS.
No.
944 Carters Petit Pols (Dellcatesse). — This Pea has gained a great
renown among the Continental connoisseurs, who regard it as a
delicacy. It is a second early wrinkled, with haulm about 3 ft.;
very prolific; long curved pods hanging in pairs.
Price i pint. § pint. pint, quart.
.15 .25 .40 .75
MAINCROP GARDEN PEAS.
CARTERS " QUITE CONTENT" MARROWFAT PEA.
A Giant Podded Maincrop.
Pods longer and larger than any ether Pea in cultivation .
951 Carters Quite Content (Maincrop Marroufat. Ht. 5 to 6 ft.)
— This grand Pea, which has caused such a stir in the horticul-.
tural world, is the outcome of a cross between Alderman and
Eduin Beckett. In general character it resembles the former,
but the pods are considerably larger than either parent. In our
own trials it has amply demonstrated its wonderful superiority,
and when exhibited in the open class at Shrewsbury it easily
secured the First Prize, and was pronounced by leading experts
to be without doubt the finest Pea ever seen. It is exceedingly
prolific, and the pods hang mostly in pairs. Supply limited.
Price J pint. \ pint. pint, quart.
.25 .45 .80 1.50
"We had most excellent success with Messrs. Carters seeds
last year, which were obtained direct from London, but we hope
to do even better Lt his year. The Quite Content Marrowfat Pea
is without a peer in this district, and if we get as good results this
year we hope to exhibit a few locally.”
Mr. F. L. Lee, Kamloops, B.C.
"I have great pleasure in sending, under separate cover, one
dozen peas grown from your seed named Quite Content, and the
name is right. I have had an immense crop. The show of peas
was so great that I had the row photographed. The rest of the
seeds did well.” — Mr. S. Norfolk, Haileybury, Ont.
See page 86 for Carters White Clover Perfume.
"I was very pleased with the seeds I had from you. Out of
the common are Broad Beans, and the Quite. Content Pea, some
of which measure 5 and 6 in. in length. All are greatly admired
here in the West; sprouts and savoys, &c., seem quite unknown.
I am sure your seeds cannot be beaten.”
Mr. H. J. Coote, Humboldt, Sask.
963 Alderman (Wrinkled Marrowfat. Ht. 5 ft.). — Very fine Pea
of splendid quality; large deep-green pods.
987 Carters Danby Stratagem, Re-selected Stock (Wrinkled
Marrcnufat. Ht. 2\ ft.). — Award of Merit, R.II.S. A distinct
improvement on the original Stratagem, having longer, straighter,
and broader pods very freely produced. The haulm, is very
robust, and extends to a height of 2$ ft., bearing a profusion of
immense pods, many 6 in. in length, and frequently containing
10 large full-flavoured Marrow peas.
992 Carters Champion off England (Wrinkled. Ht. 5 ft.). —
Prolific and hardy; small pod.
962 Carters Commonwealth (Wrinkled Marrowfat. Ht. 2 ft.)
— We have a most perfect re-selected stock of this popular main-
crop Pea. It is a strong grower and a prolific bearer of large
exhibition pods of a fine deep colour, besides being a first-class
table Pea. Strongly recommended.
998 Stratagem (Wrinkled Marroufat. Ht. 1J to 2 ft.). — Original
stock of this fine dark-green podded Pea, which was introduced
by us several years ago, and still holds a world-wide reputation.
954 Carters Model Telephone (Wrinkled Marrowfat. Ht. 5 ft.).
— A re-selection for robustness and delicacy of flavour from
Telephone, a maincrop wrinkled Marrow, which bears to-day a
world-wide reputation. It is remarkably prolific, bearing large
pods of very attractive appearance. For soils of a light nature
we strongly recommend this variety. Peas wrinkled, 9 to 11 in. a
pod; delicious when cooked.
974 Telephone (Wrinkled. Ht. 5 ft.). — Large pods, prolific; suitable
for light soils.
Carters Model Telegraph. — 5 ft. a selection from our original
telegraph and very valuable as a table pea; is a finejsize and
produces a well filled deep green pod.
Price of the above . . J pint. $ pint. pint. quart,
except Quite Content .20 .35 .60 1.00
Please order Carters Tested Seeds by Catalogue
Number and Price
COLLECTIONS OF PEAS.
Recommended to produce a good succession of fine-flavoured Peas,
In our Grounds.
1017 12 Quarts, in 12 best sorts, for succession — our selection, 8.00
1018 12 Quarts, in 6 best sorts, for succession — our selection, 7.50
1020 6 Quarts, in 6 best sorts, tor succession — our selection, 4.00
as they include only approved sorts, which have been thoroughly tested
1021 12 Pints, in 12 best sorts, for succession — our selection, 4.75
1022 6 Pints, in 6 best sorts, for succession — our selection, 2.75
1023 4 Pints, in 4 best sorts, for succession — our selection, 2.00
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES
MAINCROP GARDEN PEAS -Contimud.
NEW.
Carters International
(Wrinkled Marrowfat. Ht. 5
to 6 ft.).— Award of Merit.
R.H.S., 1908.— This magnifi-
cent Pea is quite distinct, both
in shape of pod and habit; the
pods are of a rich deep green,
containing 11 peas of excellent si/.e and flavour. This is un-
doubtedly the largest curved pod Marrowfat Pea at present
offered to the public; it is quickly becoming the most famous
early niaincrop. Pods of this variety (under Seedling No. 211)
were exhibited at the Royal Agricultural Society's Show at
Newcastle, and awarded a large Gold Medal with our other
Early Morn + Duke of Albany
Carters International
vegetables.
Price of the above
i pint.
.20
LATE GARDEN PEAS.
Carters Latest GianttW^rinWed
Marrowfat. Ht. 4 ft.). — This splen-
did late Marrowfat Pea is the out-
come of a cross between Gladstone
and Exhibition in 1903, and has
been exhibited in our testing
grounds and at various Royal
Horticultural Society Shows under Seedling No. 241. It is an
all-round grand selection, possessing the free podding and strong
habit of Gladstone , but bearing handsome, well-filled pods, very
much larger than that excellent variety. The pods invariably
contain 11 large deep-coloured Peas. It is fit for exhibition and
unequalled for market. It is well described by the name
Latest Giant.
J pint. pint. quart.
.35 .60 1.00
| NEW.
Gladstone -f Exhibition
Carters Latest Giant
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
PARSNIP The Cultivation of Parsnip. — Sow the seed
* r m early In March as soon as the season will permit.
The ground should be well manured and deeply trenched, the
drills about 1$ ft. apart and the plants thinned out the same
distance apart. The quality of t lie roots is improved by allowing
them to winter in the ground for spring u *e. 1 oz. of seed will
plant 100 ft. of drill; 5 lb. to the acre.
No.
832 Carters Holborn Marrow
(Photograph above ). — A sweet deli-
cate - fleshed variety. A truly
refined Parsnip. When lifted it
leaves the ground clean, smooth,
and well -shaped. It is not so
large in growth as our Maltese.
but its flavour is unusually mar-
row-like and delicate. Our picture
very inadequately depicts its
merits. The Royal Horticultural
Society, reporting its trials at
the Experimental Grounds, says : —
“ Roots thick, handsome, and not
too large, but just the size and
shape a Parsnip should be.”
" Parsnip Holborn Marrow is an
excellent variety for table or ex-
hibition. producing well-shaped
clean roots, which, when cooked,
are very tender and of a delicious
flavour."— Mr. G. Phillips, Head
Gardener to the Hon. H. B.
Portman.
"Parsnip Holborn Marrow.—
This is first class for exhibition
and table.” — Mr. J. Lock, Head
Gardener to S. P. Emanuel. Esq.
880 Carters Maltese.— A superb giant Parsnip for exhibition or
table use. We hold records of 578 First Prizes having been taken
during the past few seasons for this fine Parsnip, which was also
included iu the First and Champion Prize Exhibit of Vegetables.
Shrewsbury, 1912, and also the Large Gold Medal Exhibit
at the same Show. We are confident this highly-selected strain
caunot be surpassed either for size or flavour; the roots, which
attain to a very large size, being quite as tender and sweet
flavoured as most varieties which do not reach one-half the size.
831 Carters Loner Parsnip.— Fine variety, of splendid flavour.
833 Hollow Crown.— An old favourite.
885 The Student.— Extremely delicate flavour.
Price of the above . . £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
The Cultivation of Peppers . — Sow in hotbed
■ ta ■ or greenhouse in March or April, and trans-
plant to the open ground when all danger of frost is over. Plant
in rows 3 ft. apart and 1} ft. between the plants; cover the seed
when sowing with about £ in. of soil.
841. Bell or Bull. — A large bright and early variety of mild flavour.
842 Chinese Giant. — A dwarf well-branched early variety, pro-
ducing immense brilliant glossy scarlet fruits.
843 Large Squash. — -A tomato-shaped medium-sized thick-fleshed
844 Ruby King. — Plants grow 2 ft. high, and bear freely large scarlet
thick-flcshcd mild sweet fruits.
Price of the above . . £ oz. 1 oz. £ oz. 1 oz. i lb.
.10 .20 .35 .60 2.00
845 Small Red Chill. — Small slender bright scarlet fruits; very hot.
846 Long Red. — Long red fruits; very hot and pungent.
847 Neapolitan. — A large very early Pepper; fruits sweet, mild, and
849 Sweet Mountain. — An improved bullnose, the fruits of which
are large thick fleshed, mild and bright red when ripe.
851 Sweet Spanish. — Large conical shaped fruit, 4 in. long, 3 in.
in diameter. Very early, sweet, and mild.
Price of the above . . £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .30 .50 1.75 5.00
The Cultivation of Potatoes. — Under the
■ w IMI wild. right climatic conditions any good fibrous
soil will produce Potatoes, but a better quality will result from a
production in a good sandy loam. Make furrows of good depth,
about 3 ft. apart, apply a good dressing of commercial fertlizer
or well-decayed stable manure to each drill; cover this slightly
and plant good-sized pieces of the potatoes, each containing two
or three eyes, 1 i ft. apart in the furrows. Then cover the seed to
the depth of 2 in. Begin to cultivate when the plants are up, and
at each hoeing thereafter bring additional soil about the plants.
Beauty of Hebron Irish Cobbler. New Queen.
Early Norther. Green Mountain. Delaware.
Early Rose. Carman No. 3.
Price of the above . . Peck. Bushel Sack of 2J bushels.
.75 2.50 6.50
Prices F. O. B. Boston. All subject to the market changes.
We also remind our customers that as Potatoes arc of a perishable
nature we can assume no responsibility, and ship only at purchaser's
risk. We of course exercise great care in packing and shipping.
Potato Seed Balls.
858 Potato Seeds. Hybridized. This strain produces many dif-
ferent varieties of high grade potatoes. Price per packet .10.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
— — The Cultivation of Pumpkins . — After all
" danger of severe frosts has passed the seed
may be sown in hills 8 ft. apart each way, or in the corn field,
using 3 or 4 seeds with that of the corn in every fourth or fifth
hill. Do not plant different varieties of Pumpkin together, as
they are very apt to become mixed, although they do not easily
hybridise with squash or other vines. 1 oz. will plant 25 hills;
3 lb. will plant an acre.
PUMPKIN
No.
861 Connecticut Field.— Unrivalled for stock-feeding, and
produces wonderfully well.
862 Largre Cheese.— This is a fine sort for either stock or table
purposes. Colour creamy buff, flavour very sweet, shape flat, and
very productive. _
863 Mammoth King . — Often produces a Pumpkin weighing over
100 lb. It is a fine keeper, and is used in winter as a figure in
displays of a rustic nature. It is a fine stock-feeding variety.
884 Sweet or Sugar. — An unsurpassed variety for making pie*.
The pumpkins are small, but they are very sweet, fine grained
and of the best quality. The skin is a deep orange in colour
865 Winter Luxury.— A smooth, yellow-skinned, round Pumpkin
with a thick flesh of excellent flavour. It is a splendid keeper,
with a russet-yellow coloured skin.
806 Japanese Pie.— Thick, solid, fine-grained flesh, dry and
sweet. ripens early.
RADISH* — The of Radish.— Sow on a moderate
hotbed in January, February, and March, also
every ten days during the spring and summer in well-prepared
places in the open. The Radish thrives best when quickly grown
in a rich, deep, moist soil, kept well watered during the hot
weather. Winter varieties should be planted about the middle of
July ; store the roots during the winter in a cool pit or cellar and
cover them well with earth. 1 ox of seed will sow 100 ft. of drill ;
10 lb. will plant an acre.
No. 1037.
Carters 16 Days.
No.
1037
NOVELTY.
No. 1040.
Carters Extra Early
Scarlet Round.
Carters 16 Days.— A new and remark-
ably pretty introduction. For quality
and forcing it has no equal ; being fit to
pull in 16 days from date of sowing.
Small and oval in shape, bright crimson colour with ivory white
tip.
1040 Carters Extra Early 8carlet Round.— The most rapid
growing and perfect shaped scarlet turnip Radish. Small
topped and perfect quality. Sown with Carters Lightning
Whtte makes a perfect combination.
No. 1043.
Carters Lightning
White Round.
No. 1044.
Carters Rosy Oem.
Carters Lightning White Round.
—A small white marble Radish of
lightning growth ; excellent quality,
extremely small topped, the quickest
Radish ever introduced. Sown in frames or on a warm border
it is fit for the table in 14 days.
NOVELTY.
Carters Rosy Com.— Extra early for
forcing or general work, quite distinct;
a charming delicate rosy-pink colour.
The shape is almost oval ; it is one of
the most attractive and delicate-flavoured Radishes in cultiva-
tion. Remarkably quick in growth, closely following Carters
White Round.
1044
NOVELTY.
Price of the above
1 oz } lb. 1 lb.
.20 .50 1.75
Price of the above
1 lb.
3.50
1 oz.
.10
.10
1 oz 1 lb.
.30 1.00
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No. 1038
Carters Extra Early
Round, white tipped.
No. 1046
Carters
Ddicatesse.
No.
1038 Carters Extra Early Round White Tipped. -An exceedingly
attractive Radish, crimson scarlet with white base. Is very
quick in growth; produces small top, and flesh is of the finest
quality.
1046 Carters Dellcatesse. — An attractive breakfast dish. Its pecul-
iar shape, crisp flesh, and nutty flavour give this fine selection
a distinct advantage. Suitable for forcing.
1045 Carters Extra Early White Olive. — This Radish has been
specially selected for its crisp texture and fine flavour. It pro-
duces very little top and matures with remarkable rapidity.
1041 Carters Icicle. — So named because of its unique transparent
whiteness, attractive appearance, and freshness early in the
season. The earliest long white Radish, of extraordinary crisp-
ness and tenderness. We offer this as a companion to our Long
Forcing Scarlet Radish.
Price of the abqve . . . . i oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb.
1.00
3 00
No. 1039
Carters
Crimson
Forcing
Olive.
No. 1045
Carters
Extra Early
White Olive.
1039 Carters Crimson Forcing Olive. — Splendid rich colour, very
rich growing, having small top; flavour sweet and delicate.
1048 Carters Mixed Early Olive. — This special mixture of all the
quickest growing olive Radishes makes a most attractive dish
and is becoming much in demand. When pulled the different
colours make quite a charming effect for the table.
1047 Carters Long Forcing Scarlet. — A great advance on the
old varieties. The very best long scarlet Radish for early work.
Flesh crisp and tender.
1065 Carters French Breakfast . —There are so many inferior strains
of this very popular Radish (introduced by our house from
Paris years ago) that we recommend all connoisseurs of a fine
appetising breakfast dish to grow only the real original type.
1069 Carters Scarlet Olive Shaped. — Of bright attractive appear-
ance and good flavour.
1072 Carters White Olive Shaped. — Fine flavour.
WINTER VARIETIES.
1080 Long Black Spanish. — For autumn sowing; large and distinct.
1081 China Rose, Oval Shaped.
Price of the above
i oz.
.10
1 oz.
.25
1 lb.
2.50
No.
1095 The Carter Spinach. — A superb long-stander, with rich deep-
green leaves. This fine Spinach was sent for .rial to the Royal
Horticultural Society, and was given an Award ot Merit. The
leaves are remarkably thick and solid; and the whole plant,
which is very fine in colour, is of far greater duration than ordi-
nary Spinach. Awarded .5 Large Gold Medals with Carters
other vegetables.
1099 Carters Long-Standing.
seed.
-Stands well when others run to
1096 Carters Market Favourite. — A well-known variety with leaves
of great substance.
1 100 Carters Summer. — Thick leaves of great substance; stands
longer than most others.
1101 Perpetual Spinach or Spinach Beet. — Leaves used in autumn
as a substitute for Spinach.
1104 Thick-leaved Round. — Improvement on the old round variety.
1097 New Zealand. — One planting on rich soil will give masses of
healthy green foliage to last through the summer season.
Price of the above
l oz.
.10
1 oz.
.25
1 lb.
2.00
1098 Carters Giant-leaved Winter. — A large thick-leaved form of
the hardy prickly Spinach. Useful on cold backward soils.
1102 Prickly or Winter. — For winter or spring use; very hardy
Price
I oz.
.15
1 lb.
1.50
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RADISH — Continued
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES
SPINACH Cultivation of Spinach. — Sow Round
Spinach in succession from April to June, and
Prickly or Winter Spinach during August and September to
stand the winter. These plants should be well mulched and
protected from the first approach of severe weather. Sow New
Zealand Spinach in March in heat and transplant about the end
of May, setting the plants about 3 ft. apart. This seed should be
well soaked in hot water before sowing. 1 oz. of ordinary Spinach
seed will plant 100 ft. of drill; 12 lb. to the acre in drills. 1 oz.
of New Zealand Spinach will plant 50 ft. of drill.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
SQUASH
The Cultivation of . Squash and Vegetable Marrow. — Never sow the seed in the spring until lasting warm weather is an absolute
certainty A warm, mellow, well-manured soil suits them best. The seed should be planted in hills about 4 ft. apart each way
for the bush varieties and marrows, and 10 to 12 ft. apart each way for the running varieties. Plant 12 to 15 seeds in each hill so as to offset
the loss by insects and weakness. When all danger of such losses is past, thin to three >r four plants to the hill. Winter sorts may be planted
with corn, using four or five seeds in every fourth or fifth hill at the same time as the corn is planted. 1 oz. of seed will plant 50 hills of the
early sorts, and 30 hills of the later varieties; 5 to 6 lb. to the acre.
EARLY AMERICAN BUSH VARIETIES.
>76 Plant 8ummer Crookneck. — Without a doubt this is the
most popular summer Squash grown. The flesh is thick, yellow,
and of splendid quality.
677 Early Mammoth Whito Hush . — A superb sort for early use.
and is considered the best scalloped Squash produced.
878 Goldon Custard. — A fine, large, yellow Squash, similar in
shape to the Mammoth White Bush.
Price of the above . . \ oz. 1 oz. 1 lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
AMERICAN RUNNING VARIETIES FOR AUTUMN
AND WINTER CROPS.
680 Boston Marrow.— A fine, reddish-yellow skinned autumn variety.
The flesh is well flavoured, of a deep orange colour, and well
grained, with fine keeping qualities.
679 Delicious.— A winter Squash, considered by squash raisers to
be a very superior sort, even surpassing the Hubbard in its finished
qualities. Its colour is an even shade of green, and the flesh
is a deep orange; it ripens off with a compact grain, dry throughout,
and with a very sweet, tasty flavour.
Price of the above . . . . \ oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
682 Improved Hubbard. — This is the most popular and reliable
old-time winter Squash raised. The skin is coloured a dark
green, with a fine grained, dry. very rich bright orange flesh of a
fine flavour. Averages in weight from 10 to 20 lb., and keeps well.
The shell is very hard.
681 Essex Hybrid or Hard Shell Turban. — A result of the hybrid-
ising of American Turban and Hubbard, combining all the excellent
qualities of both these superior sorts. It has sweet flesh of a
very fine grain and rich, tasty flavour. The skin and flesh are
both of a richly coloured orange. Considered a fine keeper.
Price i oz. 1 oz. \ lb. 1 lb.
.10 .20 .60 2.00
No.
683 Qolden Hubbard. — Very similar to the Improved Hubbard.
except in colour, which is a reddish yellow.
684 Mammoth Wartcd Hubbard.— A strong-growing vine,
producing a great number of dark green w?rted Squashes similar
in every other way to the Improved Hubbard and very much
larger
Price of the above . . . . i oz. 1 oz. I lb. 1 lb.
.10 .20 .60 2.00
ENGLISH VEGETABLE MARROW.
The Vegetable Marrow Squashes are of an English production
but should be more generally used in this country as they are far
superior in every way to our summer Squash. They will grow well
anywhere with just a little care, and the results are more than satis-
fying. When the fruit is from half to three quarters grown prepare
similarly to Squash or slice and fry, like Egg Plant, and the
superiority in bovV\ cases is remarkable. All the varieties of Marrow*
that we offer for planting in America this year were planted with
great results last year, and we predict a great future for this vegetable
here, judging from the remarks of satisfaction on all sides.
Carters Long Green Striped. Carters Trailing White.
664 Carters Long: Green Striped.— A giant prolific variety, the
very best for gardens that lie in a bleak and exposed position.
658 Carters Trailing: White. — One of the quickest-growing
varieties we know of. The fruit will extend to a great length
whilst retaining all the tenderness of small young Marrows.
659 Muir's Prolific. — A distinct variety, with small globular fruit
creamy-white in colour, and solid flesh.
660 Pen-y-byd (The Best in the World). — A round fruiting
Marrow, creamy-white in colour; very superior.
661 Moore's Vegetable Cream.— Very fine variety, of creamy
colour and delicious flavour.
662 Moore's Qreen Striped. — A small green Marrow, oi
excellent flavour.
666 Bush or Cluster. — A useful variety in small gardens.
667 Largo Cream.— Cream-coloured fruit, growing to large size.
Price of the above . . . . J oz. 1 oz. \ lb. 1 lb.
• .10 .30 1.00 3.50
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES
TAM ATH py^l IQ 14 The Cultivation of Tomatoes
TOlVIAlU — LNULIdn — February or March is the
VARIETIES. proper time for starting sea-
soneble plants. The plants
can be started in greenhouses, hotbeds, window boxes, or most
any sunny spot where the temperature is never below 60 degrees.
Sow the seed lightly in rows, and when the plants have reached
a height of 2 in. transplant to hotbeds or boxes, setting the plants
4 or 5 in. apart each way. May 15th until June 1st is a good
period for the transplanting to the open ground. Set the plants
deeply 4 ft. apart, mixing a good shovelful of well-rotted manure
with the hilling soil of each plant ; water freely at this time and
protect for a few days from the sun during midday. A clearer-
coloured, better-flavoured, and larger fruit will be obtained by
training the plants to a trellis. Tomatoes are rapidly growing in
favour as a greenhouse vegetable, and the forcing vaiietios do
well and produce wonderful results. The seeds should be started
late in August for a midwinter crop. 1 oz. of seed will produce
2,000 to 3,000 plants.
No. 1 147 Carters Golden Sunrise.
Awarded First Class Certificate of the Royal Horticultural Society. 1916.
Carters Golden Sunrise.— As in the
case of its famous prototype. Carters Red
Sunrise, this splendid yellow variety has
been awarded the First Class Certificate
by the Royal Horticultural Society during
1916 — true evidence of its superior qualities. We believe this
kind has a great future before it; it is a heavy cropper of hand-
some medium-sized fruits. The flavour is remarkably good,
being slightly more acid than red varieties.
p r ; re .. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
mi Carters Sunrise. — The finest Tomato for indoor or outdoor
cultivation. Awarded First Class Certificate, R.H.S. — indoor
cultivation. F.C.C. confirmed as Outdoor variety after growth
at Wislcy. During 1905 an extensive trial of Tomatoes was
made by the Royal Horticultural Society, 71 varieties being sent
in by the leading houses. The only First Class Certificate was
given to Carters Sunrise, and the following note is attached tp
the report: — “Tomatoes have reached such perfection that it is
now very difficult to raise a variety superior to those already in
commerce. In this trial only one stood out as being of excep-
tional value, viz., Sunrise.” It is some time since such a high
honour has been granted to a Tomato.
The Chief Points in "Sunrise” are —
Its Earliness. — It ripens several days earlier than most varieties .
Its Cropping Properties. — See Photographs and Testimonials.
Its I-Iealtiiy and Robust Constitution. — No trace of disease.
Its Prolific Character. — See Photographs.
Its Solid but Delicate Flesh. — C ontains very few seeds.
Its Evenness of Size as a dessert fruit.
Its Bright Scarlet Colour and rich acid flavour.
Its Equal Value for Indoor or Outdoor Cultivation.
Gold Medal, Bristol, 1913; Leamington, 1913; Shrewsbury, 1912.
The Best and Earliest. — “I grew your Sunrise Tomato
this year, and wish to say that it is the best and earliest Tomato
I have ever grown. The seeds were sown the same day with four
other varieties and all treated alike, and I was picking splendid,
well-formed ripe fruit from your Sunrise plants fifteen days
earlier than any of the other varieties.” — A lexander Michie,
Plymouth, Mass.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS , Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER
Quality is Unsurpassed. — "I have grown your Sunrise Tomato
since first it came out. and I consider it the best Tomato ever sent out.
It is earlier than most, no trouble to set, nice even size, and very
heavy cropper. Above all, the quality is unsui passed.”— Mr. H. W.
Blake, Head Gardener to the Right Honorable, the Earl of Onslow.
Carters Sunrise.— The finest Tomato for indoor or outdoor cultiva*
uun.
Price . . . . A oz. J oz. 1 oz. 5 oz. 1 oz.
.25 .45 .75 1.30 2.25
OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS.
NOVELTY.
Yellow Variety.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES,
The Champion Prize Exhibit of Vegetables iof>en
to the World), Shrewsbury, grown from Carters
Tested Seeds.
TOMATO — Continued.
1112 Carters Puke of York. — Awarded the First Class Certificate
of the R.H.S.; included in Three Gold Medal Collections during
1914. This grand variety still holds a very high position in
public favour. Colour rich scarlet, splendid cropper, almost
globular in shape; flesh very firm, fine flavour. A leading feature
of,this superb variety is that it ripens its fruit with the most
pronounced uniformity, whilst the profusion of clusters, averaging
six and ten evenly-formed fruit each, makes it conspicuously
handsome. These clusters contain variously sized fruits, large
and medium, both for the table and exhibition. It can be grown
in the open, but does not ripen so quickly as our Outdoor variety.
Invaluable as an exhibition variety, as for private growers and
market purposes. 32 First Prizes reported last season.
" Carters Duke of York Tomato has been grown by us for
several years, and we have won many prizes with it, and con-
sider it the Tomato for all purposes.” — Mr. W. L. Bastin, Head
Gardener to Sir Alex. Henderson, Bt.
1137 Lister’s Prolific. — A splendid forcing variety, of excellent
cropping qualities, with good form, colour, and flavour.
Carters Perfection.
1115 Carters Perfection. — Quite distinct from any other variety
named Perfection. It is very handsome in form, distinct in
colour, and exceedingly prolific, and of exquisite flavour. 138
First Prizes reported.
1127 Comet. — This is a very popular sort, for growing indoors or
out, with a medium-sized fruit, almost round, and of a rich
scarlet colour. One of the best forcing Tomatoes.
Price of the above ^ oz. J oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb.
.10 .15 .25 .40 .75 2.50
The speds of all the above very choice varieties are saved
with great care from plants grown under glass.
1 1 18 Carters Coreless. — We w'ere quite impressed by the habit
and quality of this main crop variety at our grounds at Raynes
Park. It is a good, bright-red variety, almost round, and solid
and free from green core.
1 134 Earliana. — A very early, large, bright red Tomato, which
runs very uniform in size and shape. It is very hardy and can
be set out early.
1121 Carters Red Cherry. — A very prolific variety, about the size
of a cherry.
1122 Carters Red Plum. — Plum shaped, of prolific habit and good
flavour.
1123 Carters Peach.
1151 Carters Yellow Plum. — A very popular and most prolific
variety.
Price of the above . . £ oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb. 1 lb.
10 .15 .30 .50 1.50 5.00
No.
1185 Chalk’s Early Jewel.— One of the best early Tomatoes, of
medium size and very productive. The colour is a bright red.
and it is almost seedless.
1186 Dwarf 8tone.— These plants are very dwarf and sturdy, and
produce a very large-sized fruit which resembles Livingston's
Stone Tomato very closely.
1188 Livingston’s New Qlobo. — A fine main crop Tomato, of a
highly-coloured crimson.
1189 Ponderosa.- Without a doubt this is the largest Tomato
grown. The fruits are solid and of a bright crimson colour.
1182 Stirling Castle.— An excellent forcing variety, of medium
size, splendid form, colour glowing scarlet.
1140 Dwarf Champion.— A very popular variety, of sturdy dwarf
habit. Fruit solid and excellent quality.
1141 Livingston’s 8tone.— Always in demand; almost round,
very solid and tasty, and of good keeping qualities.
1113 Carters Outdoor Improved. — This variety fruits readily
in any situation where the full influence of the sun is felt. Has
good form and shape, although not so round as Duke of York or
Sunrise.
Price of the above . . £ oz. £ oz. £ oz. 1 oz. £ lb. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .30 .50 1.75 6.00
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RHUBARB.-
_The Cultivation of Rhubarb. — The seed
""should be sown in the spring, in drills about
1 ft. apart, and the plants thinned to 5 in. apart. In the spring
following, transplant to their permanent bed 4 ft. apart each
way. cultivate well, using manure freely. 1 02. of seed will
produce about 1,000 plants.
No.
1355 Myatt’s Linnaeus.
1356 Victoria.
Price of the above . .
1357 Champagne.
1359 Mixed Varieties.
J oz. i oz. 1 oz. J lb.
.10 .15 .25 .85
Rhubarq Roots .. .. 2.00 per doz.; 12.00 per 100, F.O.B-
CiILQIFY od The Cultivation of Salsify and
1 Scorzonera.— The ground should be
VEGETABLE OYSTER. well trenched and manured during
autumn. Sow during March and
April in drills about li ft. apart. Thin out the plants to from
6 to 8 in. apart for Salsify, but allow rather more room for
Scorzonera. The roots should be taken up in November and
stored in the same manner as Carrots.
1088 Carters Mammoth.— A greatly improved form of the
ordinary Salsify.
Cultivation as Salsify above.
1089 8corxonera, Carters Improved.— The roots are eaten
cooked like those of the Salsify; the leaves can be used a9 a
salad.
Price of the above . . . . oz. J oz. $ oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .40
afii/ xi 17 The Cultivation of Seakale . — These tasty
otMliMLL. shoots are blanched and . used similarly to
Asparagus. They should be sown in drills early in the spring,
after the ground is thoroughly warm, covering the seed about
1 in. Thin to 6 in., and the following spring transplant to
rows, leaving about 2 ft. between each plant. 1 oz. of seed will
plant 75 feet of drill.
1371 Lily White. — A great improvement on the old variety.
‘,°o 2 - ‘i? \i T 1 aT
I DIM ID The Cultivation of Turnip. — Sow Carters Little
I Unlxlr . Marvel or Carters Jersey Lily for early use the
first week in March on a gentle hotbed under glass, and later in
a warm situation in the open ground. For main succession
crops, sow every three weeks in the open ground until the
beginning of July. Turnips for winter use must be planted
during August and early in September, sowing the seeds in rows
about li ft. apart and thinning the plants to 3 or 4 in. apart. The
Ruta Baga sorts should be sown from the 15th of June until late in
July 1 oz. will sow 150 ft. of drill ; 2 lb. will sow an acre in drills.
No. 1168 Carters White Milan, described in next column.
Price i oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
TU R N I P — Con tinued.
F Signifies for framework, also good for general gardes sowings.
1157 Carters Little Marvel . — A New Early White Turnip. —
A cross between Early White Milan and Jersey Lily . This is
a highly re-selected stock, the tendency to flatness in some of
the roots having been entirely eradicated; the tops are small
and compact. It is undoubtedly the quickest white globe-
shaped Turnip in cultivation. Flesh crisp and solid, and, as
aptly described by one of our customers, " is a
little marvel.” Very distinct in both habit and
foliage, and is a splendid table Turnip. The
Royal Horticultural Society, reporting from its
trials at Wisley . says:— "Carters Little Marvel
Turnip. — White, round, handsome ; foliage short
and sturdy. A very early variety that should be
valuable for forcing." This remarkable cross-bred
Turnip closely follows the Milan, and is consider-
ably forwarder than Jersey Lily. It has become
popular with gardeners for early work, as it is as
good as it looks. 35 First Prizes reported during
1914, and included in 3 Gold Medal Exhibits.
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CARTER’S TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
TURNIP — Continued.
No.
1168 Carters White Milan (F). — This is an exceptionally fine selected
stock, strongly recommended for early garden work. It is as
quick as a Radish, clean in growth, and of very fine flavour.
This fine Turnip was included in our Gold Medal Collections
at Bristol and Chelsea Shows.
1169 Carters Golden Rose. — -One of the hardiest and best winter
Turnips. Flesh of a rich golden-yellow colour, with single tap-
root; flavour most delicate and melting. Awarded a Special
First Class Certficate at the Vegetable Conference of the Royal
Horticultural Society. Included in 3 Large Gold Medal Exhibits.
1167 Carters Purple-top Strapleaf. — A variety with plain strap-
like leaves and flesh of fine texture; colour of top of root a rich
reddish purple. A perfect model in form, and highly valuable
for exhibition. Included in the Gold Medal Exhibit of Vegetables
at Holland House Show.
Price of the above . . . . J oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
1171 Carters Selected Green-top Stone. —This stock has been
selected for its earliness and quality.
1166 Carters Jersey Lily .— The most perfect in outline and the
best white garden Turnip grown. In shape as round as an
orange, of exquisite flavour, with single tap root, and very distinct
small top. This variety was much admired in our Large Gold
Medal Exhibits. 63 First Prizes and 3 Gold Medals reported
by customers during the past season.
1188 Orange Jelly. — Golden flesh.
ORDINARY EARLY VARIETIES.
1181 Red Top Early Milan.
1176 Early Mousetail Snowball. — White ball.
1178 Early Selected Stone. — Round white.
1179 Early White Strapleaf. — For light soils; flat, early.
ORDINARY MAIN CROP.
1186 All the Year Round. — A yellow-fleshed variety.
1189 Red American Strapleaf. —A quick red-top white.
1 190 Red American Stone. — A large red-topped white round.
Price of the above . . J oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .25 .75 2.50
SWEDISH TURNIP authorities are agreed that it
OVYLVljn lunmr i s of the greatest importance that
OR RUTA BAGA. the amount of dry matter, i.e.,
food solids and sugar, in Mangels,
Swedes, and Turnips, should be increased to the largest extent,
if the maximum feeding quality is desired, and for several years
past the "Carter” Method of Root Selection has been employed
tor increasing the amount of dry matter of our roots.
1636 Carters Holborn Elephant Swede. — A heavy cropping purple-
top, tankard-shaped Swede of the highest feeding value. It is
now several years since we introduced this fine Purple-top Swede,
and it has, during that time, acquired a large popularity amongst
agriculturists. The root grows well out of the ground, is always
sound and solid, and the variety adapts itself to almost any soil.
1637 Carters Prize-wlnne. Purple-top Swede. — A purple-topped
variety, growing to a large size, with a single tap-root and a
very small and fine top. Unlike other varieties which grow
with a hard and coarse neck, Carters Prize-winner Purple-top
has a fleshy top, the leaf-stems breaking almost immediately
above the crown of the bulb, which continues to grow and increase
in weight long after the "necky” Swedes have mildewed and
ceased to improve.
1639 Carters Holborn Kangaroo Swede. — A green-top Swede
well known on account of its disease-resisting and hardy nature.
It is very suitable for growing on poor shallow soils, or for feeding
off on the ground. Short harvest and seed very scarce.
1645 Best of All, Selected. — A very popular Heavy Cropping Purple-
’ top Globe Swede, small necked and quite hardy.
Price of the above . . J oz. 1 oz. \ lb. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .45 1.50
1638 Carters Holborn Invlcta Swede. — Purplish-bronze variety.
Carters Holborn Invicta Swede has become the most popular
Swede in cultivation. There is hardly a root competition or
agricultural show at which fine specimens will not be found
taking a high place in the awards. Not only in England but
in all parts of the world where Swedes are grown, notably in
Canada and New Zealand, it has become the variety in greatest
demand. This extensive popularity and public favour are sure
proofs of its outstanding merits, and it is steadily taking the
place of older and inferior sorts.
Price $ oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .45 1.50
1641 Sweet German. — A pure white fleshed variety, very solid in
structure, sweet, mild, and well flavoured. It is aTg°od keeper.
1642 White French or Rock. — This Swede is a grand keeper, and,
of the white varieties is unsurpassed for table or stock.
Price of the above . . . . I oz. 1 oz. \ lb. 1 lb.
.05 .15 .45 1.25
SALAD PLANTS, &c.- pleasure of salad' several
days a week, at all events during the summer season, with but
trifling expense. It is a wholesome addition to more substantial
diet, rendering it grateful to the palate, and it is a pity that it
is so rarely brought to table in an average household. We will
enumerate a few of the almost unknown salad plants, with some
notes on their cultivation.
1253 Cardoon. -This vegetable is grown for its edible midrib, and
must be blanched in |the same manner as Celery. The seed
should be sown in the spring where the plants are to remain in
drills 3 ft. apart, covering the seed about 1 in. When the plants
make a showing thin out to 1 ft. apart.
Celeriac, Carters Improved (or Turnip-rooted Celery ). —
See page 14.
1300 Chervil is used for seasoning soups and mixing in salads. It
is grown from seed sown in spring and in summer for successional
crops. The soil should be rich and light, and the bed 4$ ft.
wide, with an alley on each side. Sow seed in shallow drills
across the bed, 9 in. apart, and rake over the surface. When
the leaves have grown an inch or two, cut off for use as required.
Price of the above . . £ oz. i oz. i oz. 1 oz.
.05 .10 .15 .25
"I am more than pleased with the results obtained from the seeds which I bought of you.” — Robert W. Yeo, 165 Secaucus Road,
Homestead, N. J.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON , MASS.
35
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— CHOICE VEGETABLES.
SALAD PLANTS, &C . — Continued.
No.
548 Chicory. — The majority of people know Chicory as an adulterant
of Coffee, hut few are aware of the part it plays in the salad bowl,
to which it adds a pleasing flavour. Chicory is so easily grown
and so useful that it should receive more attention from amateurs
who desire to grow salads. This plant is sown in late spring
in the open ground, and thinned out to about a foot apart to
grow through the summer, well watered in dry weather. With
the change to a colder season, the leaves decay and nearly all
drop off. The roots are then lifted, and a few at a time placed
in boxes of rich sandy soil, leaving crown well above the surface.
After a good watering these boxes are stood in a perfectly dark
place, and in a few weeks, according to the heat, some nicely
blanched leaves will be .fit to gather. More roots, kept in a
cool place until wanted for bringing along in heat, may be simi-
larly treated.
1301 Corn Salad or Lambs’ Lettuce. — This is a hardy annual,
and in great demand as a salad plant on the Continent. In
France it is preferred, admired, and relished in winter and spring
instead of Lettuce, but it is not nearly so highly appreciated
in America as it deserves. But when Endive is scarce Corn
Salad is of great service, and for early use should be sown in
frames or in boxes and placed in slight heat. For summer sow
in a sunny spot, amongst the ordinary low-growing vegetables.
Price of the above . . . . i oz. i oz. £ oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .40
DANDELION. — -A useful salad plain, especially when Endive and
Lettuce are scarce in winter. The roots are grown in a similar
manner to Chicory, and large quantities of the blanched leaves
are sold in the market for this esculent.
1303 Improved Large. — Leaves broad and fleshy; very tender.
1304 French. — Leaves finely cut; mild and tender.
Price of the above . . $ oz. J oz. \ oz. 1 oz. \ lb.
.15 .25 .40 .75 2.75
1309 Purslain, Golden.— A succulent plant and raised from seed,
which may be sown in light garden soil on a warm sheltered
border in a bed, and attended to in the same way as Chervil.
1310 Purslain, Green.
1311 Rampion. — A plant producing a spindle-shaped root of light
colour and of agreeable flavour. It may be raised from seed if
sown in a bed in an open warm aspect, and in soil of a rich
compost, of a light open texture. Water well in dry weather.
Should the season prove mild, the plants will be ready for use in
November.
Price of the above ... J 1 ° z ' '.g 1
1319 Whitloef. — A distant variety of Chicory, largely grown in
Europe, and chiefly noted for the quality^of its leaves.
Price . .’ ft oz. J oz. j oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .40
UEDDC In the olden days all careful housewives had a herb
garden, and the drying and packing of herbs was
an important duty, as it was recognised that the flavouring of
most dishes depended on a supply of clean, well-cured, fresh
herbs.
Herbs are very easy to grow, and no household is complete
without a delightful old-world Herb Garden.
HER BS — Con tinued.
No.
1296 Balm (Melissa officinalis).— The leaves are used for making
balm wine and tea.
1297 Basil, 8 west (Ocimutn basilicum). — The leaves are used for
flavouring soups, stews. &c.
1298 Basil, Bush (Ocimutn basilicum) .—The most compact and
useful form of this valuable herb. Equally suitable for growing
in pots or open ground. Sow seed in early spring in boxes and
transplant in early summer to open ground. For winter use cut
growth when in bloom and tie in bunches, which may be dried
in an airy position. The young growth may also be used in a
green state.
1299 Boragre (Borago officinalis). — The leaves are used for
flavouring, and the flowers are rich in honey. Valuable to bee
masters.
1305 Fennel (Anethum foeniculum). — The leaves are used for
making sauces.
1306 Lavender (Lavettdula spica). — The flowers are dried and
used by the housewife for scenting the linen.
1307 Pot Marjoram (Origanum vulgar e). — Sow in spring or
autumn. Although perennial for culinary purposes, the growth
from spring-sown plants may be used during the same season.
1308 Marjoram, 8weet (Origanum marjorana).— The fresh and
dried leaves and young shoots are used for seasoning.
1312 Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). — The aromatic leaves
are used for seasoning. Crop failed.
1313 8age,- Used extensively for seasoning.
1314 Savory, 8ummer.i The leaves and flowers are used fot
1315 Savory, Winter. / seasoning soups and dressings.
1316 Sorrel, Broad-leaved.
1317 Sorrel, Winter.
Very easy to grow ; The leaves are
of fine flavour, and can be boiled
and served like Spinach.
1318 Thyme (Thymus vulgaris). — The leaves are used for seasoning
and are also made into tea for nervous headaches.
1320 Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium). — Is used medicinally.
and if planted in poultry yards is found very beneficial.
Price of the above . . . . J oz. \ oz. j oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .40
12 10c pkts., customers’ selection, 1.00
6 10c pkts., customers’ selection, .50
1294 Dill (Anthem graveolens). — The seeds have an aromatic odour
and pungent taste. They are used as a condiment and for
pickling with Cucumber.
1293 Poppcrmint (Mentha piperita).
1291 Mint Green (Mentha vert). — The leaves are dried and crushed
and used for making mint sauce and for flavouring Potatoes.
Peas. &c. In the South, the green sprigs are used in making
mint julep.
1292 8pearmint (Mentha viridis). — Used as above.
Price of the above
3.50 CARTERS “EXHIBITOR’S” BOX OF VEGETABLE SEEDS FOR PRIZE WINNING.
Price
3.50
Little Marvel.
Gradus.
Daisy.
Beans—
Early Golden Wax Dwarf.
Bush Lima.
Beet—
Crimson Ball.
Egyptian Turnip Hooted.
Cabbage—
Carters Heartwell.
Carters Beefheart.
Savoy—
Carters Dwarf Green Curled.
Cauliflower—
Snowball.
Carrot—
Summer Favourite.
Carters Improved Early Horn.
Celery—
Paris Golden.
Solid Ivory.
Cucumber —
Carters Outdoor.
Lettuce—
Carters Holbom Standard.
Grand Rapids.
Leek —
Carters Holborn Model.
Melon—
Musk Melon.
Onion—
Carters Record.
Carters Ailsa Craig.
Parsley—
Carters Champion Moss Curled.
Parsnip—
Carters Maltese.
Spinach —
The Carter.
S®UASH —
Hubbard Improved.
Tomato—
Carters Sunrise.
Turnip —
Carters Little Marvel.
2.50 CARTERS AMATEUR BOX OF VEGETABLE SEEDS.
Price
2.50
3 var. Peas.
2 var. Beans.
2 pkts. Beet.
1 pkt. Brussels Sprouts.
2 pkts. Cabbage.
2 pkts. Carrot.
1 pkt. Celery.
1 pkt. Cress.
2 pkts. Sweet Corn.
1 pkt. Cucumber.
1 pkt. Endive.
1 pkt. Leek.
1 pkt. Lettuce.
1 pkt. Onion.
1 pkt. Parsley.
1 pkt. Parsnip.
2 pkts. Radish.
1 pkt. Squash.
1 pkt. Spinach.
2 pkts. Turnips.
Collections of Vegetable Seeds cannot be sent prepaid.
For Collections of Flower Seeds, see Page 86.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-10 6 CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED GRASS SEEDS
Are To-day Being Used by Evfjry Championship and Prominent Golf and Country Club in the World.
GRASS SEEDS PRESCRIBED FOR ALL SOILS AND PURPOSES
For Lawns, Shaded Lawns, Tennis Courts, Golf Courses, Bowling Greens, Cricket Grounds, Football, Baseball, and Polo Fields.
Carters Finest Mixtures of Grass Seeds for Putting Greens or Tennis Courts (without Rye Grass). — Mixtures of the very fine bladed species,
which, if sown according to our recommendations, should produce a close, thick turf on all good soils, and are especially suitable for all games
in which the ball is required to run true.
Lots under 20 bushels . . Per bush. (25 lb.). 10.50; 100 lb., 42.00 Lots of 20-50 bushel . . Per bush. (25 lb.), 10.00; 100 lb., 40.00
Lots of 50 bushels or over . . Per bush. (25 lb.), 9.75, 100 lb., 38.00.
When orderitig state whether the soil is light, medium, or heavy, as a mixture is sent accordingly.
Carters Fine Mixture of Grass Seeds for Fair Greens, Trees, Lawns, Shaded Grounds, Football, Baseball, Polo Fields, etc. (without Rye
Grass). — Mixtures not so fine as the above, but better adapted for the purposes where a turf of the finest texture is not required, producing
a strong, hardwearing turf.
Lots under 20 bushels .. Per bush. (25 lb.), 9.50; 100 lb., 38.00 Lots of 20-50 bushels .. Per bush. (25 lb.), 9.00; 100 lb., 36.00
Lots of 50 bushels or over . . Per bush. (25 lb.), 8.75.
When ordering state whether the soil is light, medium, or heavy, as a mixture is sent accordingly.
Carters Invicta Lawn Grass Seeds (with Rye Grass) — An all-round mixture of fine, hardy grasses for Lawns, Golf Courses, especially the Tees,
Tennis Courts, Shaded Grounds, etc.
Lots under 20 bushels .. Per bush. (25 lb.), 6.50; 100 lb., 26.00 Lots of 20 bushels or over .. Per bush. (25 lb.), 6.25; 100 lb., 25.00
Per lb., .35; 5 lb. bags, 1.50; 10 lb. bags, 2.75
Carters City and Suburban Mixture of Grass Seed (with Rye Grass). — This splendid Mixture is specially prepared for city and suburban grass
plots, and for sowing around shacks and bungalows where fast results and a beautiful green turf is required. Sow at the rate of 1 oz. per square
yard.
Per lb., .30; 5 lb., 1.35; J bushel (12J lb.), 2.75; per bushel (25 lb.) 5.00
All above prices F. O. B. Boston and subject to change without notice.
Sowing Grass Seed. (Quantity of seed required.) In sowing a new lawn, use 8 to 10 bushels or 200 lbs. per acre. Figure a small lawn at the rate
of 1 oz. of seed per square yard. Use half the above quantities for renovation purposes.
DO YOU KNOW THE CARTER SYSTEM
of making Golf Courses, Lawns, etc. Write for our pamphlet, “The Making of a Lawn,” which deals with the making and renovation of grassy
lands, post free.
We stock the following separate varieties and make up special mixtures to order : — Prices quoted on application.
Rhode Island Kent ( Agrostis canino).
Red Top ( Agrostis vulgaris). — Rccleancd, fancy.
Crested Dogstaii. ( Cynosurus cristatus).
Orchard Grass ( Dactylis glomerate).
Sheep's Fescue ( Festuca ovina).
Red Fescue ( Festuca rubra).
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS ,
Timothy ( Herd's Grass). — Recleaned.
Canada Blue Grass ( Poa compressa).
Kentucky Blue Grass ( Poa pratensis)
Wood Meadow Grass (Poa nemoralis).
Yarrow ( Achillea millefolium) .
English Rye Grass ( Lolium pcrenne).
Italian Rye Grass ( Lolium Italicum).
White Clover ( Trifolium repens).
Alfalfa or Lucerne. — Recleaned.
Alsike Clover ( Trifolium hybridium).
Red Clover ( Trifolium pretense).
Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum),
Mixed Poas. — Including Poa annua.
Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON , MASS.
CARTERS TESTED CLOVER AND GRASS SEEDS —Continued.
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CARTERS STANDARD PRESCRIPTIONS.
Arranged in proportions calculated to prevent the stronger growing species from smothering
or killing out the finer varieties that thicken the herbage. This selection and “balancing” of
mixtures can only be done by the experienced grass experts.
All Prices F. O. B. Boston and subject to change without notice.
CARTERS SPECIAL MIXTURE FOR MOWING AND GRAZING.
CARTERS 1 TO 2 YEARS MOWING OR GRAZING MIXTURE.
For
perAan. HEAVY SOILS.
Lbs.
3 Meadow Fescue
6 Red Clover
1 Alsike Clover
4 Perennial Rye Grass
6 Italian Rye Grass
3 Red Top
8 Timothy
4 Orchard Grass
35 lbs. Price per acre
SI 5.00
For
peTAcre y MEDIUM SOILS.
Lbs.
2 Meadow Fescue
6 Red Clover
2 Alsike Clover
4 Perennial Rye Grass
5 Italian Rye Grass
4 Red Top
8 Timothy
3 Orchard Grass
34 lbs. Price per acre
$14.50
For
pe?Acre y HEAVY SOILS
Lbs.
5 Red Clover
1 White Clover
3 Alsike Clover
7 Perennial Rye Grass
4 Italian Rye Grass
4 Red Top
8 Timothy
2 Meadow Fescue
4 Orchard Grass
38 lbs. Price per acre
CARTERS 2 TO 3 YEARS MOWING OR GRAZING
For
perTcre’ MEDIUM SOILS.
Lbs.
5 Red Clover
1 Vi White Clover
2>/2 Alsike Clover
6 Perennial Rye Grass
4 Italian Rye Grass
4 Red Top
8 Timothy
2 Meadow Fescue
4 Orchard Grass
$15.50
For
?cr a Acre y LIGHT SOILS.
Lbs.
2 Meadow Fescue
6 Red Clover
1 Alsike Clover
1 Sweet Vernal
4 Perennial Rye Grass
6 Italian Rye Grass
3 Red Top
0 Timothy
4 Orchard Grass
33 lbs. Price per acre
MIXTURE.
For
peTAcrey LIGHT SOILS.
Lbs.
$14.00
Red Clover
White Clover
Alsike Clover
Perennial Rye Grass
Italian Rye Grass
Red Top
Timothy
Meadow Fescue
Orchard Grass
37 lbs. Price per acre
$15.00
30 lbs. Price per acre
$14.50
CARTERS 3 TO 4 YEARS MOWING OR GRAZING MIXTURE.
For
^TAcre 1 ! HEAVY SOILS.
Lbs.
3 Foxtail
5 Red Clover
2 White Clover
1 Alsike Clover
8 Perennial Rye Grass
3 Italian Rye Grass
4 Red Top
3 Meadow Fescue
2 Red Fescue
4 Timothy
5 Orchard Grass
40 lbs. Price per acre
S 10.00
For
Quantity MEDIUM SOILS.
per Acre.
Lbs.
3 Foxtail
6 Red Clover
2 White Clover
1 Alsike Clover
8 Perennial Rye Grass
2 Italian Rye Grass
4 Red Top
3 Meadow Fescue
2 Red Fescue
4 Timothy
4 Orchard Grass
39 lbs. Price per acre
$15.50
For
peTAore y LIGHT SOILS.
Lbs.
2 Foxtail
4 Red Clover
2 White Clover
2 Alsike Clover
9 Perennial Rye Grass
2 Italian Rye Grass
4 Red Top
2 Meadow Fescue
3 Red Fescue
4 Timothy
4 Orchard Grass
38 lbs. Price per acre
$15.00
CARTERS SPECIAL PERMANENT PASTURE MIXTURE.
For
peTAcr^ HEAVY or CLAY SOILS
Lbs.
Foxtail
Dogstail
Red Top
Red Fescue
Orchard Grass
Meadow Fescue
Perennial Rye Grass
Timothy
Rough Meadow Grass
Perennial Red Clover
White Clover
Alsike Clover
40 lbs. Price per acre
$16.00
For
pe U r a Acre y MEDIUM LOAMS.
Lbs.
2 Foxtail
2 Dogstail
6 Red Top
4 Red Fescue
3 Orchard Grass
5 Meadow Fescue
7 Perennial Rye Grass
4 Timothy
1 Rough Meadow Grass
2 Perennial Riod Clover
2 White Clover
1 Alsike Clover
39 lbs. Price per acre
$16.00
For
perAcre! THIN LOAMS.
Lbs.
1 Foxtail
2 Dogstail
6 Red Top
5 Red Fescue
3 Orchard Grass
4 Meadow Fescue
2 Tall Oat Grass
6 Perennial Rye Grass
3 Timothy
2 Perennial Red Clover
2 White Clover
2 Alsike Clover
38 lbs. Price per acre
$15.00
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CARTERS COMPLETE GRASS FERTILIZERS.
Carters Complete Grass Manure (No. I) is, as its
name implies, a complete grass food, that is to say, it
contains all that is necessary for the growth of fine grasses,
but it does not force or burn them.
Directions for use . — When making a new lawn or green,
spread the manure evenly over the surface at the rate of
2 or.. per square yard, and rake it in. The seed can be
sown immediately afterwards, but it is better to allow a
few days to elapse between the two operations. For
renovating a lawn, spread the manure evenly over the
ground at the rate of 2 oz. per square yard, and rake it in
whilst preparing the surface for the seed. When used to
improve existing turf, sow at the rate of 2 oz. per square
yard, mixing the manure with two or three times its own
bulk of sifted sandy soil or sharp sand — sea sand — when
treating heavy soils.
Per bag (100 lbs.), 6.50; per i ton (10 bags), 62.50;
per ton (20 bags), 120.00
Carters Anticlover Manure (No. 2) is also a complete
gra3S food. It is slightly quicker in action than the above,
and its constituents are so balanced that it effectively
checks the growth of clover, and for this reason is very
valuable for dressing Putting Greens, Tennis Courts,
Croquet Lawns, and other Lawns in which the growth of
clover is objectionable.
Directions for use . — Sow at the rate of 2 oz. per square
yard, mixing the manure with two or three times its own
bulk of sifted soil when treating light sandy soils, or sharp
sand — sea sand — when treating heavy soils.
Per bag (100 lbs.), 6.75; per £ ton (10 bags), 65.00;
per ton (20 bags), 125.00
Carters General Purposes Manure (No. 3), for
rejuvenating large areas of turf for field games where a
strong, tough, hard-wearing turf is required, rather than
A typical piece of Worm-infested Soft, Muddy Turf
Requires brushing and rolling daily, which means damaged turf, roots
bruised and exposed, fine grasses smothered, and ultimate bare patches
one of the finest texture. Very useful for dressing Golf
Courses, Football, Hockey, Cricket Fields, &c.
Directions for use . — Mix the manure with two or three
times its own bulk of sifted soil or sand, so as to facilitate
its even distribution, and apply it broadcast at the rate of
500 lb. per acre, either in early autumn or spring and
brush-harrow it in.
Per bag (100 lbs.), 5.25; per J ton (10 bags), 50.00;
per ton (20 bags), 98.00
Carterlte, for exterminating daisies and shallow-rooted
weeds in Lawns, &c.
Per 25 lb., 2.25 ; 50 lb., 4.25 ; 100 lb., 8.00 ; 500 lb., 35.00 ;
1,000 lb., 65.00
Rex Humus.— One of the very best top dressings for
Lawns, Putting Greens, Tennis Courts, &c., and for renew-
ing thin or impoverished soil. Humus is a necessity in
all soils. Rex Humus is five times stronger and lasts
longer than the richest barnyard manures. 1 cubic yard
of Rex Humus will cover 144 square yards to a thickness
of £ in. I ton of Humus is nearly 2 cubic yards. An
inch covering on an acre of ground requires 120 cubic
yards of Humus or about 60 tons (2 carloads). Pamphlet
with full information sent on request.
F.O.B. Boston — Per 100 lb., 1.50 ; per 500 lb. (5 bags), 6.50 ; per
ton (20 bags) 20.00
F.O.B. New Jersey — Per ton, in bulk, 9.00
Pulverized Sheep Manure. — Best quality, free from
weed seeds.
F.O.B. Boston — Per 100 lb. bags, 2.75; per 500 lb. bags,
12.50; per £ ton (10 bags), 24.00; per ton (20 bags), .45.00
Special prices on larger quantities F.O.B Chicago, III.
quoted on application.
For other Manures please see Index.
Five minutes or so later, the worms coming to the surface after
Caktbrs Worm Killer has been watered in.
All Manures F.O.B. Boston, Mass., U.S.A., except where otherwise stated.
Peter Leee. the well-known Greenkeeper. watering in
Carters Worm Killkr.
The result of using Carters Worm Killer.
Turf clean, firm, and healthy; an occasional light rolling alone
necessary to keep it in perfect playing condition.
Carters Worm-eradicating; Fertilizer.— A preparation for removing earth worms from Lawns. Putting Greens Tennis Courts Stc.
at the same time having a stimulating effect on the turf.
Plenty of water should be used in washing this powder into the turf and a day selected when the worms are working near the suiface.
Special circular sent on reguest.
Per ton (20 bags), 185.00; i ton (10 bags), 97.50; bag (100 lb.), 10.00
F.O.B. Boston, Mass., U.S.A.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 103-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG * BOSTON, MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED FLOWER SEEDS.
INDEX.
NOTICE. We have arranged our list of Flowers in strictly alphabetical order, by the SIDE Headings in capitals,
thus ABRONIA, and the more popular kinds in larger capitals, thus, AGERATUM. This will be found to
give direct reference to the requirements of our customers, in place of the separate index at end of Catalogue.
ABRONIA (Sand Verbena). — Half-hardy annual of elegant
trailing habit for rockeries and dry places. Sow in early spring
in pots and plant out, or sow out of doors in May.
No.
8137 Umbel lata-— Rosy pink.
„ . 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Pnce ••• .10 .15 .25
ABUTILON (Indian Mallow).— E legant form. Useful for con-
servatory decoration and for sub-tropical bedding. Sow in heat
early in spring, and pot off as soon as large enough to handle.
For bedding out they should be hardened off well before
planting out. Ht. 6 ft.
3141 Carters Choicest Mixed.
_ , 20 seeds. 40 seeds. 100 seeds.
Price ... 25 .45 1.00
ACACIA (Mimosa, Wattles).— S hrubs in high repute for decorative
purposes under glass.
8144 Amata (Kangaroo Thorn). — Good pot plant.
3145 Lophantha. — Elegant foliage.
3146 Carters Choice Mixed. — All the best kinds.
75 seeds. 150 seeds. 300 seeds.
Price of the above .. .. .15 .25 .45
ACHILLEA. — Perennial; hardy.
3149 Ptarmlca, fl. pi. — Pure white. Double dwarf. Good for
cutting.
Price
200 seeds.
.10
400 seeds.
.15
800 seeds.
.25
ACHIMENES. — Tuberous rooted.
treat as Gloxinias.
8152 Carters Choice Mixed.
Price ... 2S0 “ eds '
ACONITUM. — Perennial; hardy.
8155 Napellus. — Bright blue. Good for borders.
Sow in heat in February, and
500 seeds.
.45
Price
100 seeds.
.10
200 seeds.
.15
1 ,000 seeds.
.75
400 seeds.
.25
ACROCLINIUM.— See Everlasting Flowers.
ADLUMIA. — A hardy climber.
3158 Clrrhosa or MountalnFringe. — Blooms first year.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Price 15 .25 .45
AGERATUM Half-hardy auuual, neat habit, with effec-
" tive flov'ers, mostly lavender blue; very
useful in beds or along borders. Sow early in spring in pans,
in heat, and prick off when the seedlings are sufficiently
advanced in growth. Can also be sown outdoors in May.
1000 Imperial
cultivation.
Price
Dwarf Blue.— The finest bedding variety in
Ht. 9 in.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
AGE RATUM — Continued.
No.
3001 Blue 8tar.— The most compact Ageratum yet Introduced.
Light blue. Ht. 6 in.
8002 Little Dorrit.— Lavender. Ht. 6 in.
3003 Victoria Louise.— Dwarf ; light blue, white centre; showy.
3004 Imperial Dwarf White. — Ht. 9 in.
3005 Carters Lavender Band.— New. Extremely dwarf, of
soft lavender hue. Ht. about 4 in.
3006 Mexicanum.- Ht. l£ ft.
Price of the above ... WOO seeds. 2.000 «*ds. 4,000 Med*.
AGR08TEM M A . — See Rose Campion.
A LON 80 A.— Treat as half-hardy annual ; pretty plants for border*.
3161 Warscewiczii.— Scarlet. Ht. 2 ft.
p ■ „ 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
rncc ■" .10 .15 .25
AL8TRCEMERIA (Peruvian Lily). — Perennial. Sow in gentle heat
early in spring, and prick off.
3164 Carters Choice Mixed. Ht. 1} ft.
50 seed*. 100 seeds. 200 seeds,
rnce ... 1Q , s ^
ALTHEA. — See Hollyhock.
Al YSSUI\/I For spring or summer. Good pot or rockery
wwwivs. planta Easily grown.
) Carters Snow Carpet (Annual).— One of the most valuable
dwarf bedding plants of modern introduction. Perfectly hardy.
If transplanted a foot apart the plants spread out their side
branches along the ground until they meet, becoming covered
with pure white flowers, giving the effect of a snow carpet.
Flowers through the summer and autumn until cut off by frost*.
Ht. 4 in.
i 1 * oz. | oz. t oz. i oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .45 .75
Price
3031 Maritimum 8weet Alyssum (Annual).— White. Ht. 9 In.
Prw i oz - * oz - 1 oz -
Pnce **• .10 .15 .45
8032 8axatilc sulphureum (Perennial).— New shade. Ht. 9 in.
8033 Saxatile com pactum.— Hardy perennial for rockwork.
Bright yellow. Ht. 6 in.
Price of the above
250 seeds.
.10
500 seeds.
.15
1,000 seeds.
.25
AMARANTH US.— Half-hardy annuals with very ornamental foliage.
Sow in March in gentle heat.
3167 Melancholicus ruber.— Maroon. Hardy. Ht. 1 ft.
3169 Salicifolius.— Long, graceful, willow-like foliage, tinted
crimson and gold. Ht. 3 ft.
3170 Tricolor.— Sub-tropical. Colours scarlet, crimson, and gold
Ht. 2 ft.
Price of the above
750 seeds.
.10
1 .500 seeds. 3,000 seed*.
.15 .25
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
AMARYLLI8. — Stove and warm greenhouse bulbous plaut.
No.
3173 Extra, choice Hybrids.— Cross fertilised, and saved from one
of the finest collections of rich and varied colours; fine form and
substance.
Price
25 seeds.
AMBROSIA MEXICANA.
S176 Delicate perfumed foliage. Hardy annual. Ht. 1 ft.
d_j__ 750 seeds. 1,500 seeds. 3,000 seeds.
Price " .10 .15 .25
AMMOBIUM ALATUM. — Half-hardy annual of easy culture. Sow
in spring in borders.
4009 Whito Everlasting:. Ht. 2 ft.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
™ ce .10 .15 .25
ANAGALLIS (Pimpernel). — An old-fashioned half-hardy annual.
Will flower all the season in warm soils, or may be grown in pots
for greenhouse decoration.
3117 Large Blue.— Ultramarine.
750 seeds.
.10
Price
Ht. 6 in.
1,500 seeds.
.15
3,000 seeds.
.25
ANCHUSA (Bug loss). —H ardy perennials, of easy culture. Sow in
spring and transplant.
3182 Capensis (Cape Forget-me-not).— Blue,
from sowing. Ht. H ft.
p 250 seeds. 500 seeds.
Price ... 1Q , 5
8183 Italica.— Brilliant hue. Ht. 3 ft.
100 seeds. 200 seeds.
.10 .15
Price
Blooms in 10 weeks
1,000 seeds.
.25
400 seeds.
.25
8184 Dropmore Variety. — A very fine variety with heads of
beautiful ‘flowers of a lovely gentian-blue shade. Excellent for
cutting. Ht. 4 ft.
t, • __ 30 seeds. 60 seeds. 120 seeds.
pnc« ... ^ 45 75
ANEMONE (Wind Flower). — These beautiful spring and autumn
flowers are perfectly hardy. Nos. 3187 and 3188 are bulbous, and
3189 and 3190 are herbaceous perennials. Seed of the tuberous
varieties should be sown thinly in light soil in spring and
remain in seed bed until after flowering. We can also supply
dry bulbs in fall or early spring.
3187 St. Brigid.— Double and semi-double. Easily grown from seed.
8188 Coronaria (Pot>J>y Anemone ). — Beautiful single large-flowered
varieties.
8189 Japonica.- Hardy perennial, flowering in September; soft
rose. Ht. 2 ft.
8190 Japonica Honorine Joufoert.— The best white for cutting.
Ht. 2 ft.
Seeds cannot be counted. Price per pkt., .10, .15, .25.
ANTIRRHINUMS —Continued.
INTERMEDIATE LARGE-FLOWERED.
This is undoubtedly the finest form, both for bedding and
ribbon borders, the dense, well-formed trusses contrasting beautifully
with the deep green foliage. The trusses are excellent for cutting,
and being slightly curved lend themselves to any decorative arrange-
ment. Ht. 1 to lift.
No.
3058
NOVELTY.
I N
I ui
-I hi
Nelrose.— This is the wonderful glow-
ing pink variety. The seed we offer is a
highly-selected stock, which is true, with
the exception of a very small proportion of plants which produce
flowers of a slightly darker shade of pink than the type. No
Antirrhinum can compare with it for indoor decoration, and it is
equally effective for beds or borders.
ANTIRRHINUM
or SNAPDRAGON.
Sow the seed in pans or boxes
from February to March, and
transplant to bed or border
when large enough. If the
withering flowers and seed pods are kept picked off, the plants
will last in bloom for a long time, and continue again the
following year. Can easily be grown as annuals if sown in the
open ground in April. Thin out about 1 ft. apart.
CARTERS TALL LARGE-FLOWERED.
This fine hardy perennial, which should be treated as an annual
for bedding, has been greatly improved in size and colourings. Ht.
2 to 3 ft.
3039 Fire King. — Bright cinnabar red, with small yellow spot on
the under lip; effective.
3040 Purple King. — A Snapdragon of enormous size.
3041 Carters Fiery Red, yellow lip. — A very bright variety.
3042 Venus. — Noble flower of a delicate rose colour on white ground.
3043 Carters Crimson. — Rich colour.
3044 Carters Coral Red. — Deep rosy colour with faint pale primrose
shading on lip.
3045 Carters White. — Long spikes of pure white flowers.
3046 Carters White, rose lip. — Pure white blooms with faint shading
of pale rose on the lip. Chaste and delicate.
3047 Carters Striped — Each flower beautifully veined and striped
on white, rose, and yellow grounds.
3048 Carters Yellow — Pure clear pale golden shade; very telling.
3049 Carters Crimson, white throat, yellow lip.
3050 Carters Pink. — Delicate rose and pink shades.
3052 Carters Tall Large-flowered Mixed. — I It. 2 to 3 ft.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price of the above 10 .15 .25
3060 Carters Gold Crest— Soft rose-pink, tinged salmon, with
golden orange lip. ' We predict a great future for this remark-
ably brilliant variety as a bedding plant.
3061 Carters Scarlet Flame. — A self brilliant fiery scarlet, hence
the name we have given to it. In the sunshine the spikes look
flame-like in their brilliancy.
3062 Carters Terra Cotta and Creamy Shades.— A charm-
ing strain of soft, delicate shades which are quite new.
8063 Carters Fiery Belt.— A most striking colour, fiery brilliant
orange-scarlet, with white throat. Enlivens the whole garden.
3064 Carters Pink. — Quite a charming variety. Delicate pink with
white throat.
8065 Black Prince.— Velvety crimson blooms borne on graceful
tapering spikes ; dark purplish foliage. A most decorative
variety, rather taller than other intermediate kinds.
3066 Carters Butterfly.— Purplish crimson flowers, with white
throat, which gives a remarkably light decorative effect to this
dark coloured variety.
3067 Carters Gloriosa.— Rich carmine-rose, relieved by white.
3068 Carters Crimson.— A very select pure strain of deep crimson
colour, one of the richest shades, and very telling combination
with our white and yellow varieties.
8069 Carters White.— Pure white flowers from which the sulphur
lip prevalent in most so-called whites has been practically
eliminated. Very even habit.
3070 Carters Yellow. — Clear pure golden blooms. Even habit.
8074 Carters Intermediate Mixed.— One of the most popular
sections for beds or borders. A very wide range of colour occurs
in this strain. The plants, which are of even habit, are
sufficiently tall to produce a graceful effect.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds 4,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 25
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS . Inc.. 101-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Pl.DC,. ROSTOV MASS.
CARTERS ENNOBLED FARM ROOT SEEDS.
Carters
Golden Tankard
Mangel.
Carters Lord Warden Mangel.
Best of All Swede.
Dreadnought
Mangel.
Carters Holborn
Prizewinner Swede.
Holborn
Kangaroo Swede.
Carters^. Holborn
Elephant Swede.
Carters Holborn
Invicta Swede.
|^* See the description and prices on pages 6 and 7.
PLATE 6 (see descriptions on pages 42 and 43)
3225 Crimson
3226 Dark Blue
Carters Ray Asters
3227 Carmine Rose
3269 Carters Lar ge-j lowered
Aster (New)
Price, 50 seeds, .10
Carters Plume Asters
3258 ( Type) Carters Large
Single Comet
3332 Extra Early Midsummer
Scarlet
3237 Rose
3234 Dark Blue
Carters Victoria Asters
3239 Sulphur Yellow
3285 Carmine Queen Aster New)
Price, 50 seeds, .10
3271 Carters Blue
3272 Carters Rose
Carters Preony -flowered Asters
3314 Dark Blue
3315 Fiery Scarlet
Chrysanthemum-flowered Asters
Price of all the above except where otherwise stated .. 100 seeds, . 10 ; 200 seeds. . 15 ; 400 seeds, . 25 ; 1,000 seeds, .60
PLATE 12 (see descriptions on page y i)
4834 4837 4836 4835
Carters Empress Petunia Crimson King Purple Prince Queen of Roses
Price of the above . . 100 seeds. . 25 ; 200 seeds, . 45 ; 400 seeds, .75
4869 4901 4870 4903
Carters Shirley Poppy . Double Carnation Raynes Park Hybrids Rose Cardinal
Carters Poppies Price of the above.. 1,250 seeds, . 10 ; 2,500 seeds, . 15 ; 5,000 seeds, . 25 ; 10,000 seeds, .45 ,
(See descriptions on pages 8 1 and 82.)
Carters Large-flowered Sweet Peas
Helen Lewis 5560
President
■ ^ \El
5526 'Elfrida
Pearson
Edith Taylor
/
* T /i A *
5582 Lady Evelyn Eyre 5596 * Margaret Maddison 5600
> jgP 4
y* w I
5612 Mr 8. H. Dickson 5628 *Norvic
5484 Black Knight 5656 Rosabelle
Spencer
5666 Senator Spencer
t
5608 fMrs Cuthbertson
Sydenham
5676 Thos. Stevenson
5470 Afterglow
The above are reduced to about one -fourth natural size.
Prices of all the above, per packet,. 10, 15, .25, .45, .75. For quantity of seeds in each see page 82
41
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
ANTIRRHINUM— Continued.
CARTERS DWARF LARGE-FLOWERED.
A compact strain. Flowers variously coloured. This type makes
a good pot plant, and is invaluable in borders or beds. Ht. 6 in.
No.
8080 Carters Crimson. — Clear, rich shade, very free flowered.
8081 Carters Rose.— A particularly charming shade of old rose.
This variety attracted considerable attention at the R.H.S. trials,
lady visitors being particularly impressed with its beauty.
8082 Carters White.— Pure white flowers in greatest profusion.
8083 Carters Yellow.— The best type of clear yellow in this section.
3084 Carters Fiery Red, yellow lip.
8085 Carters Deep Rose, white throat, yellow lip.
8086 Carters Crimson, white throat, yellow lip.
8087 Carters 8triped. — landless shades of all striped and blotched
varieties.
3000 Carters Dwarf Choicest Mixed.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
ANTHEM IS. — Hardy perennial.
3193 Tlnctoria Kelwayl. — Pretty lemon-coloured Daisies; useful
for cutting.
o 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
Price - .10 .15 .25
AOL1ILEOIA Hardy perennials of great beauty and
" utility. The long-spurred type, of which
we make a speciality, gives elegant cut flowers. We have now
included some new and effective colours. Sow seeds under
cover in February for transplanting in spring to a border,
when, if the summer is favourable, they may bloom in autumn.
If sown in summer sturdy plants will be ready by autumn for
transplanting to the border to flower next May and June.
8100 Carters Long-spurred, Rose and Pink Shades.— A
very pretty strain of robust habit, containing a wide range of
charming shades, from deep rose through rosy carmine to pale
link and flesh. Ht. 2 ft.
3101 Carters Long-spurred, Blue Hybrids.— This is a very
fine strong-growing form of A.juilegia ccerulea. The blooms
are much larger than the type, and the plants extremely
floriferous. Ht. I ft.
8106 Glandulosa* — A dwarf form with short spurs, remarkable for
the contrast between the blue corolla and white sepals. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
3105 Cal i-fornica hybrida. — bong - spurred hybrids. Yellow
corolla with golden spurs. Ht. 2i ft.
8102 Carters Long-spurred Golden.— Pure golden shade; a
very charming form. Ht. 2 ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .15 .25 .45
AQUILEGIA — Continued.
No.
8103 Carters Long-spurred, Double Golden.— A double form
of the species. This seedling strain is more robust than the
original form, and comes about 50 per cent, double, but all
flowers are of the same golden shade.
8104 Carters Long-spurred, White.— Similar in habit to the
above varieties. Flowers pure white, with pale blue. A very
chaste form. Ht. 2 ft.
3107 Carters Long-spurred, all colours Mixed.— This strain
represents the last word in Aquilegias. and contains numerous
fine forms which cannot be fixed in their separate colours. We
have placed great importance upon robustness of habit in
selecting this unique strain. Ht. 2i ft.
3110 Columbine, Carters Hybrids.
3112 Columbine, Carters Mixed Double.— A splendid mixture
of very double forms.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds
Price of the above .. .15 .25 .45
ARABIS.— Hardy perennial for spring bedding.
3196 Albida. — White; neat. Ht. 6 in.
3197 Alpina.— Paper white. Ht. 6 in.
Price of the above ... >.000 seeds. 2.000 «eds. 4.000 jeeds.
ARALI A. — Foliage plants for general purposes. Sow in pots in early
spring, in heat, and pot off.
3200 Papyrifera (Rice Paper Plant).
3201 8ieboldi. — Palmate foliage.
Price of the above ... 50 s ^ ds - a«d». 200 seed..
No. 3120 Arctotis grandii.
ARCTOTIS. — Half hardy. An annual from South-west Africa
Most useful for cutting, having long stalks.
8120 Grandis. — Daisy-like flowers, pure white, lilac on the outside,
with a lavender disc. Of very easy culture, flowering all the
summer. Ht. 2 ft.
p j 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
rnce .10 .15 .25
ARGEMONE (Prickly Poppy). — Sow in March and plant out in
sunny borders. Very easily grown.
3123 Grandiflora.— Hardy annual ; white.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds,
mce ... 10 , 5 26
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ARI8TOLOCHIA (The Dutchman's Pipe). — Climbing plants, with
curious pipe-shaped flowers. Sow in heat in March, and pot off".
No.
3204 Eleerans.— Perennial ; handsomely spotted, for conservatory.
200 seeds.
Price
.25
3205 8ipho.— Hardy climber; splendid foliage, and easily grow*.
50 seeds.
.25
Price
ARMERIA (Thrift or Sea Pink).— A hardy perennial rock plant.
3207 Maritima.— Pink. Ht. 6 in,
3208 Formosa.— Ht. 1$ ft.
Price of the above ... 250 s ^ d9 ' 500 3 « d
A8CLEPIA3. — Hard#> perennial.
3211 Tuberoso.— Very showy orange colour. Ht. 2 ft.
125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
1,000 seeds.
.25
Price
A8PARAGU8 PLUMOSUS.— Easily raised from seed sown in early
spring in heat. Valuable for bouquets and table decoration.
Also makes a nice plant for conservatory, or over a trellis.
3126 Asparagus plumosus nanus.
20 seeds. 100 seeds,
price ... ^ i.oo
3127 Asparagus Sprenereri. A grand basket plant.
50 seeds. 500 seeds.
Price
A8PERULA.
3214 Odorata ( Woodruff New Mown Hay),— The dried leaves and
stems are very fragrant. Perennial white, sweet scented.
Ht. 4 in.
_ _ 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price ... , 0 15 25
ASTER The whole group may be described as half-hardy
1 *“**■ annuals, the seeds being best sown under glass in
early spring, and the seedlings pricked out into boxes or in
frames for planting out or potting as the occasion requires,
when they are ready about June.
No. 3269 Carters Larne Flowered. No. 3285 Carters Carmine Queen.
8269 j ‘ ’ I Carters Large-flowered (see Photo-
NOVELTY. graph). — A very fine strain of tall open
— — — — 1 — — habit. The large well-formed blooms
are carried on very long stiff" stems, and are splendid for decora-
tion. Principally bright cerise, medium blue, pale blue, shell
pink, delicate rose, and pure white.
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
Price .. .. .10 .25 .45
3285 I movfi tv I Carters Comet Carmine Queen. —
r>UWLL 1 * • I A novel introduction of great beauty.
The plants are of graceful habit, and the
well-formed blooms are carried well above the foliage. The
florets, which open pure yellow, shade as the blooms develop to
a soft terra-cotta carmine. A particularly beautiful combination
by artificial light.
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
Price .. .. .. .10 .25 .45
RAY.
Quite a unique type of the annual Aster. The flowers, which
are very large, often 5 in. across, are produced on long stalks, and
have prettily arranged quilled petals. Fine for cutting, as they last
a week in water if cut before fully expanded. Ht. 1 i ft.
3225 Carters Crimson. 3229 Carters Azure Blue.
3226 Carters Dark Blue. 3230 Carters Pure White.
3227 Carters Carmine Rose. 3231 Carters Mixed.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price 10 .15 .25 .60
ASTER — Continued.
CARTERS VICTORIA.
A beautiful type. The blooms are large, profuse, and handsome,
whether grown in beds or pots. It has a good habit, and makes a
grand end of summer bedding plant. Ht. li ft.
No.
3234 Carters Dark Blue.
3237 Carters Rose.
3239 Carters Sulphur
Yellow.
3240 Carters White.
3241 Carters Crimson.
3242 Carters Splendid Mix-
ture.
Price of the above...
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25 .60
LARGE SINGLE COMET, FLOWING PETALS
An improved type of the original single variety. There is quite
a rage for these as cut flowers, for which purpose they are eminently
adapted. In a bed, too. they make quite an effective display until
autumn is well in. Ht. about 1 ft.
8258 Carters Choicest. — All colours mixed.
_ . 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price ••• .10 .IS .25 .60
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
43
AST ER— Continued.
CARTERS PLUME.
We particularly recommend these varieties for cutting. The
blooms, equalling Chrysanthemums in form, are borne on long stems
and the three shades blend well together. The most noble flowered
Aster in cultivation. With flowing feathery petals; grand for
cutting. We have measured blooms 6 in. across. Ht. about 14 ft
No.
3261 Carters White. 3263 Carters Rose.
8262 Carters Blue. 3267 Carters Choice Mixed.
Price of the above... 100 s . e „ eds ' 21,0 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
CARTERS P/EONY-FLOWERED.
A very fine type for bedding, with large well-shaped blooms, the
petals curving inwards. Very hardy. Ht. 14 ft.
3270 Carters Crimson. 3273 Carters White.
8271 Carters Blue. 3276 Carters Carmine.
8272 Carters Rose. 3280 Carters Choice Mixture.
Price of the above 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
• 10 .15 .25 .60
IMPROVED COMET.
I ^ very attractive class, with flowing petals, for pot work or
planting out. bine for cutting. A great improvement on the original
Comet. Ht. about 2 ft.
8302 Azure Blue. 3306 Pink.
8303 Dark Blue. 3308 White.
8305 Crimson. 3311 Carters Choice Mixed,
all colours.
Price of the above > 00 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
•10 .15 .25 .60
CHRYSANTHEMUM-FLOWERED.
TV,.^f ( W i arf vari a ty of .S r eat beauty, the Aster most used for bedding.
The petals are reflexed. Effective as a pot plant. Ht. 1 ft.
8314 Dark Blue.
8315 Fiery Scarlet.
8316 Crimson.
8317 White.
CARTERS SINENSIS SINGLE.
A free-growing single Aster,
decoration. Ht. ljft.
8326 Blue.
8327 Mauve.
8328 Pink.
3318 Purplish Violet.
3319 Rose.
3321 Carters Choice Mixture.
suitable for vases and house
3329 White.
3330 Mixed.
Price of the above... 100 8 “' 200 s ,' eds -
400 seeds.
.25
1,000 seeds.
.60
VICK’S LATE BRANCHING ASTER.
A very popular and vigorous type of Aster, the plants of which
produce an abundance of graceful feathery typed flowers, which stand
erect on strong stems.
No.
3350 Blue.
3351 Crimson.
Price of the above
3352 Pink. 3354 Mixed.
3353 White.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
• 10 .15 .25 .60
VARIOUS ASTERS.
3332 Extra Early Midsummer Scarlet.— Comes into bloom about
middle of June; a striking pot plant.
3336 Carters Extra Early Ostrich Feather.— A noble flower of
the purest white, long curved flowing petals. Grand for exhiti-
tion or table; blossoms 7 to 8 in. across.
3339 Queen of the Market. — A very early class. Ht. about 1J ft.
White Pink Light Blue Crimson Mixed
Price of the above
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
• 10 .15 .25 .60
3347 Perennial ( Michaelmas Daisies ). — Hardy perennials. Sow in
early spring, in gentle heat, and prick off. Carters splendid
mixture. Ht. various.
^ , 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Pnce 10 .15 .25
No. 3130 Aubrietia, Whitewell Oetn.
AUBRIETIA.— Great favourites for spring bedders, rockeries. 9tc.
Perennial, quite hardy. Bright perpetual bloomers. Easily
raised from seed sown in spring. Ht. 4 in.
3130 Whitcwell Gem.— Originally found in an old Shropshke
garden twenty years ago. Continual selection has improved
and fixed the strain. The individual flowers are large and of
an intense glowing reddish purple, freely produced on long
stems. 1 he plants are remarkably vigorous and remain in flower
for many weeks. This latter characteristic is one of its most
valuable assets.
3131 Deltoidea.— Blue. 3133 Graeco.— Pale mauve.
3134 Purpurea.— Dark.
Price of the above ... 500 seeda - 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
3132 Leichtlini. — Rosy lilac.
Price 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
AURICULA. Hardy perennial. Sow seeds in August or February,
and pot oft. This is one of the best and most interesting of the
florists flowers for amateurs’ cultivation. The smallest seedings
frequently produce the choicest blooms
321/ Carters Prize Show — Saved from only the choicest.
200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
Price .. .25 .45 .75
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
3218 Alpine. Pnce .. .10 .15 .25
AZALEA.— Evergreen greenhouse shrubs. Sow under glass in
spring and pot off. using a compost of two-thirds peat with leaf
mould.
8221 8how (Ghent) Varieties.— Superb mixture. Ht. 3 ft.
3222 Pontlca —Hardy garden species; excellent. Price per pkt., .50.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
BACHELOR’S BUTTON See Cornflower.
BEQONIAS — Continued.
No.
3390 Carters Challenger, Superb Mixture. — -A highly select strain,
the individual blooms being perfect in form and of splendid
substance. The shades range from pure white through nesn,
clear, and deep pinks to scarlet. Many lovely new mauve and
purple shades are also contained in this unique strain. Matcn-
less in form, substance, size and colours.
8391 Carters Rose Queen.— This beautiful variety produces
enormous spikes of large double flowers of a delicate rose
colour; excellent habit ; very striking.
8392 Camellia-flowered.
8393 Double mixed.— For pots or borders.
No.
3370 Carters Choicest Double.— This fine strain contains all
the largest and best forms and most brilliant colours in cultiva-
tion. Blooms 6 in. across.
DAI CAM Balsams may be sown from the beginning to the
middle of April in pans or in a slight hotbed.
In a light, rich loam, covering the seed about half an inch,
keeping the soil moist, but not wet. When the plants have
formed the second leaves they may be transplanted into pots,
and gradually hardened off for transplanting out of doors in
June, when they may be placed in the open borders, the warmest
situations being the most suitable, and allowing 2 ft. each way
between the plants. If for pot culture, they must be divided
and transplanted into small pots, once or twice into larger pots,
picking off the flowers in the earlier stages of growth to give
greater vigour.
TUBEROUS ROOTED.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds.
.10 .15
1,000 seeds.
.25
Price of the above
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
8396 12 superb selected colours, separate ... Price, 1.00
8397 8 superb selected colours, separate ... Price. .65
BAPTISIA.— Hardy perennial. Good border plant.
3400 Australis.— Indigo blue flowers. Ht. 3 ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
P™* ... 10 15 25
BARTONIA.— Hardy annual. Showy, and very easily grown,
in open border in spring.
8403 Aurea-— Rich golden colour.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Pnce ... 10 .15 .25
BEAD PLANT.— See Nertera.
BEE LARKSPUR (Delphinium Statum).— A striking perennial.
Of easy culture for large flower borders and wild gardens.
A very popular plant for pots and bedding out.
3373 Carters Crown Jewels Mixed Single, including;
Fringed varieties.— It is impossible to praise too much this
superb strain of this highly-favoured flower. The blooms are
borne on long stout stems, which raise them well above the
foliage. For size and quality of the flowers, combined with
brilliance in colours, this mixture is unequalled. Grand for
bedding out. Blooms 6 in. across.
3374 Hybrida Cristata, Carters Crested.— Grand flowers,
crested by the elongation and fimbriations of the petals. 70 per
cent, true from seed.
3375 Carters New Marbled Hybrids.— New colourings of
great beauty, the large single blooms being beautifully marbled
and mottled.
Price of the above
500 seeds.
.25
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.45 .75
8406 Bright Blue.-
Price
-Ht. 3 ft.
500 seeds.
.10
1,000 seeds.
.15
2.000 seeds.
.25
BEDDING— FIBROUS ROOTED.
Perpetual flowering. Small blooms in clusters.
nep/\|U|A Begonias are much superior to Geraniums for
O El VXL/ 1 v! ■ bedding, being quite unaffected by heavy rains.
For growing in pots this strain is superb, producing a very high
percentage of really first quality perfectly double flowers,
equalling the best named varieties, but having more vigorous
constitutions. The seed should be sown in heat at end of winter
to produce strong flowering plants in the summer, in pans of
very fine soil. Prick off the seedlings into pansand pot off later.
Care should be used when sowing, as the seed is very fine. We
can also supply tubers ready to start into growth in early spring
( For dry roots, see Page 88.)
3380 Crimson Bedding.— Dwarf compact variety. Flowers
crimson, foliage deep blood-red with metallic sheen.
3381 Vernon Tom Thumb.— A charming free-flowering variety.
Blood scarlet flowers and bronze foliage.
3383 Luminosa. — Flowers fiery deep scarlet with satiny brownish*
red foliage.
, , i ,000 seed9. 2,000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
Price of the above ... 25 .45 .75
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
45
BELLI8.-See Daisy. CALCEOLARIA— Continued.
BIDENS (Black Dahlia). — Half-hardy annual for beds and borders.
Price of the above
Price of the above
2,000 seeds.
.75
small-
No.
?450 Carters Victoria Prixe, Mixed, all Colours. — la
addition to the usual range of colours found in this plant, our
choice strain produces many distinct seedlings of unique
colour, the rose, pink, and cupreous shades being particularly
pleasing.
8451 Clibranii. — A free-flowering hybrid of spreading habit; very
useful for greenhouse decoration. Ht. 2 to 3 ft.
8452 Golden Princess.— Exquisite yellow. Of the same perfect
habit as our Victoria Prize strain. The soft pure golden flowers
are very valuable for conservatory decoration during that period
of the year when this colour is scarce.
8453 Hardy Shrubby.— From best varieties.
3454 New Dwarf Bedding.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.25 .45
CARTERS MINIATURE CALCEOLARIA.— A curious
flowered type, quite unique in growth and character.
Tom Thumb.— Brilliant as the Victoria Prize varieties, but
of dwarf habit.
3462 The Gem. — Flowers are more of one colour.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
CALENDULA (Garden Marigold) (Annual). — Very showy border
plant, lasting the whole of the summer without any attention
whatever beyond keeping the seed vessels picked off. Not at all
particular to either soil or surroundings, and may be described
as everybody’s flower. Sow in spring where intended to flower.
8544 Cockade Orange.— Large double flowers. Ht. 1 ft.
3545 Meteor.— Lemon yellow, orange stripes. Ht. li ft.
8546 Hybrida or Pot. — Single yellow. Ht. li ft.
3547 Officinalis. — Single yellow cottage garden Marigold. 1 ft.
3548 Pluvialis.— Pure white. Ht. 1 ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
No. 8450 Natural Hue Bloom of Carters Victoria Prise Calceolaria.
No.
3412 Atrosanguinea.- Excellent for cutting. Ht. li ft.
150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
rnce — .10 .15 .25
BIGNONIA (Trumpet Flower). — A fine perennial climber for
conservatory decoration and warm situations in the garden.
Seeds must be sown in heat early in spring.
3415 Grandiflora. — Large orange scarlet trumpet-shaped flowers.
3416 Ra.dica.ns.— Scarlet.
150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
BOCCONIA.— Hardy perennial, used for planting at back of beds;
large glaucous leaves.
Price of the above
8419 Cordate.
Price
Ht. 6 to 8 ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
BOLTON I A.— Hardy perennial. Ht. 5 to 6 ft.
3422 Astcroides. 3423 Latisquama.- Very attractive, pink.
Pr :„ 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds.
* Iltc ••• # io j5 25
BRACHYCOME.— See Daisy.
BROOM. — Sow in spring or summer for strong plants to flower the
following year. Hardy shrub.
3426 Carters Crimson and Gold.— Excellent for cutting.
3427 Carters White. — Free bloomer, long sprays of white flowers.
Price of the above ... 100 s ^ ds - 200 f« eds - “00 seeds.
BUPHTHALIUM. — Hardy perennial, neat border plant.
3430 8alicifolium. — Yellow flowers. Ht. 2 ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CACALIA.
3484 Cocci nia ( The Scarlet Tassel Flower). — For mixed borders.
Annual. Ht. 1 ft.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CALAMPELIS (Eccremocarpus). — Climber for verandahs, trellises,
&c. Handsome racemes of bloom. Perennial. Sow in heat to
bloom the first season out of doors.
8487 Scabra. — Orange-scarlet. Ht. 10 ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CALANDRINIA. — Perennial. Sow in pans in spring, place in frame,
and prick out in bed or border for summer blooming.
3490 Umbellata.— Vivid crimson; good rock plant.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price
Price
Price
Price
CALCEOLARIA.
(CARTERS VICTORIA PRIZE.)
It is impossible by photography
to give any adequate idea of the
beauty of these magnificent
flowers. The variations and
markings are endless, the flowers are of large size and perfect
in form, and the habit is unexceptionable. Our exhibit at the
Chelsea Show of the Royal Horticultural Society in 1916 was
the theme of general admiration.
CARTERS JESTED SEEDS, Inc., 103-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
0AI MQpCIC Hardy annuals and perennials. All are
^ , universal favourites and useful for out
(COREOPSIS.) flowers. The annual varieties should be
sown outdoors in early spring in the place
they are intended to flower, or, for earliest work, may be sows
under glass, and then pricked out.
CARTERS TALL ANNUAL VARIETIES.
Large flowered, branching habit; very useful for back of border#
and cut flowers. Ht 2i to 3 ft.
No.
3502 Crimson. I 3503 Crimson and Gold.
3505 Carters Choice Mixed Tall Annual Varieties.
r .. 1.000 seed#. 2,000 seed#. 4.000 seed#.
Price of the above 10 15 .25
No. 8509 Dwarf Calliopsis Crimson and Gold.
CARTERS DWARF ANNUAL VARIETIES.
Compact habit, useful for cut flowers. Ht. li ft. to l£ ft.
8508 Crimson. I 3509 Crimson and Gold.
8511 Carters Choice Mixed Dwarf Annual Varieties.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
CARTERS MINIATURE ANNUAL VARIETIES.
The shortest growing type; fine for edges. Ht. 9 in. to Ij ft.
8514 Crimson Marbled. — -The flowers show a groundwork of
chocolate, flaked and marbled with gold, giving a most fantastic
combination. Unfortunately some tall plants invariably appear
amongst the dwarfs.
8515 Crimson and Gold. — Of all the dwarf varieties this is the
most miniature.
Price of the above ... 1 .000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
VARIOUS CALLIOPSIS.
8518 Burridgrl (Annual). — Rich crimson and gold. Ht. 2} to 3 ft.
8519 Drummondi (Annual).— Yellow, dark centre. Ht. 2 ft.
8520 Grandiflora-— Grandest of all ; large golden yellow; a hardy
perennial. A lovely border plant both for effect and cutting.
Much appreciated for house decoration when cut. Ht. 3 ft.
8521 Bicolor ( Tinctoria ) (Annual). — Very pretty. Ht. 2i to 3 ft.
3523 Coronata (Perennial).— Yellow, dark spot. Ht. 2 ft.
8524 Lanceolata (Perennial).— Large yellow flowers. Ht. 2} ft.
Price of the above ... 500 “ eds - ».000 seeds. 2.000seeds.
See page 86 for Carters White Clover Perfume
CALLIRHOE (Poppy Mallow). — Very pretty half-hardy annual.
Sow in spring, in gentle heat, and prick out.
3493 Digritata.- Rosy carmine; erect habit. Ht. li ft.
Pri . a 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
rnce - .15 .25
CALVARY CLOVER. — An interesting novelty. Raise in spring, and
treat as an annual.
3496 The leaves are singularly blood marked.
10 pods. 20 pods. 40 pods.
rr,ce — .10 .15 .25
CAMELLIA.— Greenhouse shrub, universally admired. Sow seeds
early in the spring in pots, place in heat, and pot off as soos
as seedlings can be conveniently handled.
3499 Japonica, fl. pi — Saved from the best varieties.
p • _ 10 seeds. 20 seeds. 40 seeds.
Fnce - .25 .45 .75
C A M PA INI U LA Tlle usual wa y f° r flowering the follow-
* ing spring is to sow the seeds in summet
in a partially shaded spot in nice soil and keep them growing
until strong enough to transplant or pot.
8530 Persiclfblla alba (Giant White). — This is the finest
form of this most effective hardy border perennial. The graceful
spikes render it invaluable for house decoration either when
cut or as pot plants. June flowering. Ht. 3 ft.
8531 Persicifolia (Blue).— Habit same as above.
3532 Carpatica (Perennial). — Large blossoms; excellent pot plant;
blue. Ht. 6 in.
3533 Carpatica alba (Perennial).— White variety.
3534 Grandiflora (Perennial).— Purple violet. Ht. lift.
3535 Grandiflora alba (Perennial).— White li ft.
3536 Pyramidalis (Perennial). — Blue; fine pot plant. Ht. 4 ft.
3537 Pyramidalis alba (Perennial).— White variety.
3538 Rotundifolia (Harebell) (Perennial).— Deep blue; the true
wild species. Ht. 1. ft.
Price of*the above
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BE AUTIFUL FLOWERS.
OANARY CREEPER (Trop/eolum Peregrinum). — Favourite
climber for trellises, arbours, stumps of trees, &c. ; very graceful,
bright canary colour. Sow in pots in February and bring on
under glass or sow in the open in spring. Ht. 10 ft.
No.
3552 Canary Creeper.— Half-hardy climbing annual.
Prir-#. 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds,
rnce ... 10 .is .25
CANDYTUFT These hardy flowers are now a
" necessity, requiring the most simple
cultivation, and will flourish in almost any soil. The range of
colour has now been considerably extended, the lilac, rose,
cardinal, and carmine being particularly charming. Sow in
spring in ordinary soil. For pot work, sow in pots in frame, and
thin out the seedlings, or they may be transplanted. Average
hi.. 1 ft.
No. 3658 Carters Empress. No. 3663 Carters Hyacinth-
No. 3662 Carters Pigmy. flowered.
8658 Carters Empress Compact. — Large spikes of the purest
white and of erect habit; dwarf and compact, very profuse in
bloom, exceedingly showy and effective. Extract from R.H.S.
trials: "Candytuft Empress Compact (Carter).— Very neat
and compact; flowers white, in dense pyramidal spikes; freely
produced ; the best white Candytuft in the trial.” Ht. 6 in.
8863 Carters Hyacinth-flowered.— The tallest and finest white
variety, each plant having five or six heads of bloom. Its fine
pyramidal spikes of the purest whiteness make it a very attractive
decoration in either beds or borders. Sow in spring, and trans-
plant 9 in. apart, keeping faded heads cut away. A very fine
subject for pot work, especially when autumn sown. Ht. 1 ft.
3662 Carters Pigmy. — A dwarf type of hyacinth-flowered, and a
charming bijou variety for edging, beds, or borders. Ht. 4 in.
8659 Rose Cardinal. — A beautiful shade of rosy scarlet.
8660 Carters Carmine. — Bright rose, excellent form.
8661 Carters 8piral. — Pure white, long trusses.
8664 Carters Crimson.
8665 Carters Purple.
8666 Carters Lilac.
8667 Carters White.
8669 Carters Choice Mixed.— For open borders.
Price of the above ... seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
PERENNIAL CANDYTUFT.
For Borders or Rockwork.
8872 Iberis Gibraltarica. — Suffused lilac, lovely species.
8673 Iberis sempervirens. — The flowers form a carpet of pure
white in early spring.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .15 .25 .45
CANNA (Indian Shot). — Ornamental-foliaged plants with showy
flowers, for stove, greenhouse, or sub-tropical planting. Soak
seed 24 hours in tepid water, and sow in strong heat. Pot off
seedlings as soon as they can be handled.
5574 Crozy. — Choicest dwarf varieties; magnificent. Both foliage
and bloom show a wide range of colour.
3575 Carters Choice Mixed. — All the best varieties.
20 seeds. 40 seeds. 80 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
CANNABIS (Indian Hemp). — One of the finest foliage plants for
sub-tropical gardens and beds. Sow in spring and prick off.
3578 Indlca.— lit. 6 ft.
200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
.10 .15 .35
CANTERBURY BELL. Hardy biennials. Sow In
. , . , summer, transplant to m
bed in autumn for flowering the following year. They also
make effective pot plants for spring flowering, sown in summer
and potted in autumn, and kept in a cool frame through winter
No matter how carefully the double-flowering types are saved,
some are certain to become single. The seed-bearing spikes
should be cut out when the beauty is ovei and more may come.
No. 8467 Cup and Saucer Variety. No. 8472 Plant of Single Rose.
CUP AND SAUCER
VARIETIES.
(Calycanthema).
No.
3465 Carters Blue.
8466 Carters Rose.
3467 Carters White.
8469 Carters Choice Mixed.
Ht. 2 ft.
SINGLE VARIETIES
3471 Carters 8ins;le Blue.
3472 Carters 8ing;le Rose. -
3473 Carters Single White.
3475 CartersSuperb Mixed.
— All shades of colour; a
fine assortment of both sin-
gles and doubles, but not
the Cup and Saucer’
DOUBLE VARIETIES.
Seed chosen from the very best double flowers, but unfortunately a
few singles cannot be avoided.
8478 Carters Double Blue. I 3480 Carters Double Rose.
8479 Carters Double Lilac. | 3481 Carters Double White.
Price of the above ... 1,000 «e<U. 2.000 seeda. 4.000 seeds.
• 10 .15 .25
CAPE HEATH. — See Erica.
CAPSICUM.— Excellent pot plants for conservatory or table decora-
tion. Sow seeds in heat in spring, and pot off singly.
8607 Little Gem.— Small very bright scarlet fruits. Ht. 1 ft.
8608 Prince of Wales.— Yellow.
8609 Elephant’s Trunk.— Scarlet.
8610 Carters Choice Mixed. — Various colours for general use.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CARNATION AND PICOTEE. A popular
. . and lovely
flower, always in fashion. Whether grown in pots for conserva-
tory decoration or in the garden beds for summer display, its
charms are equally attractive. Our seed is saved with the
greatest care, and should produce a large percentage of the very
best flowers, but unfortunately, as with other florists’ flowers, it
cannot be guaranteed that every one will come double. Care
should be taken to preserve the smallest seedlings, as these
frequently produce the finest quality blooms. Sow in spring in
cold frame, prick out. and plant out in good soil when strong
enough, for flowering the following season.
8677 Carters Choice Double Carnation.— A splendid mixture
of seifs, flakes, bizarres, fancies, and yellow grounds. All
varieties mixed.
3678 American Tree Carnations — The seed we offer is saved
from one of the best collections in the country, being hand-
fertilised by experts who have raised many of the best fonns.
8679 Choicest Perpetual or Tree — Includes all the best
French varieties in cultivation.
3680 Perpetual Yellow.— About 35 per cent, true from seed.
3681 White Lady.— Large pure white.
8682 Picotee. — Choicest double mixed.
8683 Picotee. — Choicest perpetual mixed.
Price of the above . . 40 seeds. 80 seeds. 160 seeds.
.50 .90 1.75
3684 Grenadin. — Bright scarlet, similar to Margaret varieties.
150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
Price : .10 .15 .25
3689 Carnation. 12 vars. Selfs. Per pkt., 10 seeds of each, 1.25
Price . .
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
CARNATION — Continued
No.
8692 Carters Annual Carnation. — Bloom in six months from
seed . — Carnations are favourites with all lovers of flowers. This
Strain will bring them within the reach and the cultivation of
everybody, as it is one of the most valuable introductions of
modern times. Sow under glass in February, and transplant as
soon as ready. They commence to flower in July, producing a
wealth of large bloom of great variety of colour until cut off by
the frost, thus producing a supply after the perennial varieties
are over. Being equally valuable for indoor cultivation, some
can be potted and placed in a cool greenhouse, when they provide
a succession of bloom during the winter months. They produce
a very large percentage of double flowers, and include a most
varied assortment of fancy, yellow ground, bizarre, as well as
seifs, rich with delightful fragrance and diversity of colour.
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
Price .25 .45 .75
3693 Margaret, Mixed. — A fine early-flowered strain, which may
be sown in February under glass for blooming the same season
or in June and July for flowering the following year.
8694 White Margaret — Pure white blossom, delicately scented,
and a splendid subject for cut flowers.
Price of the above ... »» seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
CA83IA (Indian Laburnum). — S ow in spring in heat, and pot off.
A fine plant for summer bedding. Ht. 3 ft.
3563 Cory mbosa.- Yellow.
Pr :-„ 25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
e •" .10 .15 .25
CA8TOR OIL PLANT (Ricinus). — Stately plants with large
palmate foliage for conservatory or sub-tropical garden and
general decoration. Mostly grown as annuals. Sow in spriug
in heat, and plant out in summer.
8566 Cambodgiensis. — Foliage crimson, almost black.
8567 Gibsoni. — Popular dark bronze-leaved variety. Ht. 3 ft.
8568 Zanzibaricnsis. — Grand foliage of various shades. Ht. 6 ft.
8570 8anguineu& — Hardiest variety; dark stems, red foliage.
Ht. 6 ft.
8571 Carters Choicest Mixed Varieties.
Price of the above ... * 1 g
CATANANCHE CCER U LEA.
No.
3591 Hardy Perennial* — Useful as cut flower; bright bine.
Ht. 1J ft.
p_}-. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds,
rnce ... , 0 1S :23
CATCH ELY (Silenb).
3594 Red. — Hardy annual. Ht. 1 ft.
Price
& oz. 1 oz. 4 oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .40
QFI OSIA CELOSIA PLUMOSA (Feathered Cocks -
w " comb).— Annual. A grand feature in summer
bedding ; graceful plumes. Sow in spring in heat, prick off into
pans, and pot off. They like a good rich soil in a sunny spot.
Ht. 2 ft.
8652 Carters Rainbow.— A magnificent strain. Plants of perfect
habit, carrying enormous plumes from pale rose to deepest
crimson and deep primrose to old gold.
8654 Carters Dwarf Golden. — Splendid type for bedding or pot
work ; the compact plants bear splendid feathery plumes and
come quite true from seed. Ht. lj ft.
3655 Carters Dwarf Crimson. — Similar type to Dwarf Golden.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.15 .25 .45
Price of the above
3653 Carters Perfection Plume, Mixed.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price of the above . . .10 .15
2,000 seeds.
.25
CELSIA. — Half-hardy biennial. A pretty plant for greenhouse and
conservatory decoration. Sow in spring and summer for pot
work.
3597 Cretlca or Golden Spray.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price .15 .25 .45
CENTAUREA, PERENNIAL. -Beautiful silver-foliaged plants with
variously cut leaves, for mixed borders or variegated bedding.
Sow in spring and prick out.
3645 Candldisslma. — Purest silver. Ht. 2 ft.
3646 Candldisslma Compacta. Ht. 1 ft.
3647 Gymnocarpa. — Wide leaf.
200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
Price of the above .10 .15 .25
3648 Montana blue. — Showy border plant. Ht. 2 ft.
3649 Montana alba. — Showy border plant. Ht. 2 ft.
75 seeds. 150 seeds. 300 seeds.
Price of the above . . .10 .15 .25
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
CARTERS GIANT ANNUAL
SWEET SULTANS.
CENTAUREA .—The flowers of this greatly improved annual
are at least twice the size of the older varieties
and a number of distinct new shades are now available. Its most
deliciously scented long-stemmed flowers will last in water for a
fortnight. In this respect alone it exceeds any other annual we can
call to mind. We give this flower the highest possible recommenda-
tion. May be sown in pots and pricked out for early flowering, or
in open borders in spring for general work. Hi. 1ft ft.
No.
No. 3627 Carters Oiant White Sxceet Sultan.
8627
8629
8631
White.
Mauve.
Yellow.
Price of the above
3628 Purple.
3630 Mauve with White Centre.
3633 Mixed.— A grand mixture of all shades.
150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
••• .10 .15 .25
CENTAUREA AMERICANA.
8685 Americana.— Purple, thistle-like flowers. Sow in open ground
during spring. Although this charming lavender Centaurea
has been offered by us for many years, it has never attained the
popularity which its beauty deserves. Ht. 2 ft.
}
Americana alba.
Price of the above
75 seeds.
.10
150 seeds. 300 seeds.
.15 .25
CERASTIUM.— Silver-leaved ornamental hardy perennials, useful
as an edging or on rockeries. May be sown in spring or summer.
No.
3603 Bleberstelnl. — White perennial edging plant. Ht. 6 in.
3604 Tomentosum. — Neatest and most effective. Ht. 6 in.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
CHELONE . — Sow in spring and transplant. Great decorative value.
3587 Barbata coccinea.— Bright scarlet perennial. Ht. 2 ft.
3588 Lyonl. — Hardy perennial, rose pink. Ht. 1 ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
CHERRY PIE. — See Heliotrope.
CHINESE LANTERN. — See Physalis.
CHRISTMAS ROSE. — See Helleborus.
CHRYSANTHEMUMS.-™' •““>
hold a leading position,
and many of them have been raised on our Seed Farms. All
are beautiful in beds and borders and good for window boxes or
cutting. Sow seed in spring in boxes for early flowering, and
In the open for general work. Some varieties make useful pot
plants; for this purpose they should be sown under glasa.
Ht. 1ft ft.
ANNUAL.
8742 Morning: Star.— Single. Delicate sulphur-coloured blossom*
very pretty. Equally good as a single plant, grown in masses ia
beds or borders, or as a cut flower. The best annual variety to
use as a pot plant for winter blooming.
3744 Lord Beaconsffleld. — -Crimson maroonand gold.
3745 Purple Queen. — Distinct dark purple.
3746 Sultan. — Crimson, with gold ring near centre.
3753 Double White, The Bridal Robe. —Flowers of purest white
and fully double.
3755 Double Golden. — Flowers true golden yellow.
3743 Carters Choice Mixed Annual. — We have given unlimited
attention to perfecting this strain, which contains a splendid
range of colours. Many of the flowers have two or three zones
of colour, which imparts to them a wonderful brilliance.. Plants
being robust should be thinned or planted out at least 1 ft.
3747 W. E. Gladstone. — Crimson and violet.
3749 Tricolor ( Carina*um ). — Single. The original type.
3756 Double Mixed ( Dunnettii ).
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
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OHRYSANTHEMUMS — Continued.
EARLY AUTUMN FLOWERING HYBRIDS.
Can be treated as an annual. Sown in January and February will
produce plants which flower from the middle of August onwards.
Both for outdoor culture and growing under glass this strain is
extremely valuable, supplying large quantities of cut flowers at a
•eason of the year when they are particularly needed.
No.
8764 Carters Early Autumn-flowering Hybrids.— Singles.
•emi-doubles. and doubles in endless varieties of shades are
contained in this splendid mixture.
250 seed*. 500 seeds. 1 .000 seed*.
Prlce — .25 .45 .75
PERENNIAL CHRYSANTHEMUM-
3766 Shasta Daisy.— A new perennial variety with large white
flowers on long stalks. When sow».I very early under protection
the flowers often appear before summer is over. Ht. 2i ft.
8767 Maximum King Edward VII.— Single. A splendid large-
flowered variety, which we highly recommend; the flowers are
pure white, and borne on long stiff stalks well above the foliage.
Ht. 2h ft.
EXHIBITION PERENNIAL SPECIES.
Hints on Culture. — Sow in pans in gentle heat, in spring, and pot
off singly.
8771 Carters 8how.— Large blooms, fine colours.
8772 Carters Japanese.— Gracefully petalled varieties.
8773 Carters Pom pone. — Neat, globular blossoms.
Price of the above
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CINERARIA Sow seed in pans filled with a good light
sandy compost in spring up to the
beginning of June, and place in a cflol frame. Transfer to small
pots as soon as the seedlings have developed their leaves, and
pot on as the plants require it. They should be grown in a cold
frame until frost necessitates their removal to a greenhouse.
Even in winter they should not receive much artificial heat.
Will come into bloom from Christmas to May.
No. 8710 Plant showing wealth of bloom*
CINERARIA —Continued.
Self-colour Bloom.
8710 Carters Brilliant Prize Cineraria, Choicest Colours
Mixed, saved from finest flowers.— The constant and
painstaking attention which we have lavished upon this strain
has resulted in the production of a remarkable range of colour.
The self colours range from pure white through varied shades
of pink. rose, and carmine to deepest crimson, and pale porcelain,
wedgwood. ultramarine, royal blue to the deepest purple, whilst
the bordered varieties show a remarkable diversity of shades.
The habit of the plants is perfect, it being difficult to find a
plant showing the slightest divergence from type. Gold Medal.
Chelsea. 1912. 1913. 1914, 1916. Blooms measure 5 to 6 in
8711 Carters Snowflake.— A pure white form, equalling our
Brilliant Prize strain in the solidity of the blooms and perfec-
tion of habit.
8712 Carters Choice Double.— Of all the finest forms and
colours.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
3714 Cineraria Marltima. — A well-known hardy silver-foliaged
perennial, for bedding or mixed borders. Seeds should be sown
in pans in early spring under glass, and the seedlings pricked
off into boxes, hardening before planting out. Ht. 1J ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
No. 8718 Carters Cactus. No. 3719 Carters Stellata
Described on next f>age.
51
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
CINERARIA — Continued.
No.
.3718 Carters Choicest Mixed Cactus.— An entirely new
break. The edges of the florets recurve like a single Cactus
Dahlia. The colours include white, blue, blush, violet, mauve,
and some have a white zone surrounding the dark disc, the
florets being tipped with violet, blue, &c. The flowers when
cut last a long time, and by their lightness and elegance make
charming table decorations. A grand mixture, including all
shades of colour.
•719 Carters Choicest Mixed 3te I lata.— This free-panicled
variety has obtained general approval, especially for decorative
arrangements, for which purpose it has proved marvellously
effective, being a valuable adjunct to the much-admired Carters
Brilliant Prize. It should be raised and treated in the same
manner as the other greenhouse varieties.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1 .000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
CLARKIA This type attains a height of 2$ ft. in the open
ground, and bears long graceful sprays of
double and semi-double blooms which are splendid for decorative
purposes, lasting for several days in water. The seed should be sown
in the spring in the open border, or sown during the autumn and
grown on in a cool house, this section make magnificent specimens
4 to 6 ft. high for the adornment of the greenhouse or winter garden.
TALL ELEGANS VARIETIES.
No. 3777 Scarlet Queen and No. 3778 Brilliant Princess.
$777 Carters Scarlet Queen. — Double. A wonderful glowing
salmon scarlet ; very brilliant and clear under electric light.
8778 Brilliant Princess.— Double. Clear warm rose. A very
telling variety for pots oi borders.
8779 New Blotched.— Semi-- i«»uble The petals are clear rose
pink with a flaking of ros.v sea let. The combination is very
effective.
8780 Purple King.— Double. Ciear rosy purple. An excellent
companion to White Prince.
3781 Salmon Queen. — Double. Salmon pink. The forerunner of
the present-day improved varieties.
3782 White Prince.— Double. Pure white. An excellent com-
panion to any of the above varieties.
* , , 1.500 seeds. 3,000 se- ds. 6,000 seeds.
Pnce of the above ... 10 .15 .25
CLEMATIS (Virgin's Bower).— Well-known climbing perennials.
Sow seed in early spring under glass, pot off, and plant outdoors
in early summer.
8558 Flam mu la.— Ordinary white, sweet scented.
3559 Pan iculata.— Free flowering, white.
, , _ 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
Price of the above ... 10 .25
8560 Jackmanni varieties.— Saved from the best colours.
20 seeds. 40 seeds. 80 seeds.
Price ... .95 .45 .75
I
CLIANTHU8 (Glory Pea).— Seed should be sown in well-drained
pot of light soil early in spring, in strong heat. May be flowered
out of doors in favourable situations.
No.
3613 Dampieri (Sturt's Pea).— Unique, scarlet and black. Ht.2ft.
8614 Puniceus (New Zealand Glory or Lobster Plant). — Bright
scarlet flowers. Climber.
Price of the above
25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CLINTONIA.
3617 Pulchclla.— One of the loveliest pot annuals: purple, white,
and yellow. Ht. 6 in.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Pnce - .10 .15 -25
COBAEA.— Handsome half-hardy climber for greenhouse or in warm
situation out of doors. Easily grown from seed ; sow early in
heat, and pot off.
3620 Scandens. — Purple bell-shaped flow
3621 Scandens alba. — White.
25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 15 .25
No. &TIA Cockscomb. No. 3730 Coleut.
OOCKSCOMB. Annual. Our strain cannot be surpassed. Fot
earliest work sow in January or February, and again in spring
for general work, using good light sandy loam.
3724 Carters Empress.— Combs of immense size; we have
measured these ll ft. across. Rich crimson, dark foliage.
3725 Crimson.— Tight foliage. Good ordinary stock. Ht. 1 ft.
3726 Yellow. — Very effective. Good golden colour.
3727 Dwarf mixed.— A splendid strain of this showy annual
Includes crimson, blood red. purple, rose, and yellow shade*.
Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above
750 seeds. 1,500 seeds. 3,000 seeds
.10 -15 .25
COLEUS.— Grand ornamental foliaged plants, superbly vanegated ;
for stove, greenhouse, or sub-tropical garden in summer. Sow
in heat in early spring, and pot off. The variegation does not
always show plainly until the plants have reached some size.
3730 Carters Choicest Mixed.— Saved from the best varieties.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price ... >10 .15 .25
COLLECTIONS OF FLOWERS . — See page 88.
qqLLINSIA. — Pretty annual. Ve»y useful for pot work as well ai
for border cultivation. Sow in autumn in pots for spring flower-
ing in greenhouse, and in spring for summer flowering in
borders.
3783 Bicolor.— Purple and white Ht. 1 ft.
1.000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
Price ... _ 10 .is
4,000 seeds.
.25
2,000 seed..
.25
COLUMBINE See also Aquilegia.
3736 Mixed.— Ordinary garden variety.
500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Price 4 .. . 10 .is
COMMELINA.— Half hardy tuberous perennial plant. Sow in heM
in early spring, and plant out in May or June.
3739 Cnelestis.— Blue. Ht. lj ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seed*.
Price ... jo .15 25
CONE FLOWER.— See Rudbeckia.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 103-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
VIII I IQ Annual. Lovely climbers for
UUDIVULVUL.UO garden, trellis. &c. Sow in
(Ipomaea Morning Glory), spring where intended to bloom.
MAJOR.
3800 White.
3801 Carters Choicest Mixed*
—All colours.
1 oz. £ oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25
No.
3797 Blue.
3798 Crimson.
3799 Violet.
Price of the above
/
No. 8801 Convolvulus Major.
No. 3810 Convolvulus Minor.
MINOR.
Annual. A dwarf species, lovely colours. Sow in spring in ope*
border where plants are to bloom.
8805 Crimson Violet. 3809 White.
8806 Dark Purple. 3810 Mixed, Carters Varle-
8807 Blue. ties. — For general borders.
8808 Striped.
. . .. . 1 OZ. 5 OZ. 1 OZ.
Price of the above ... 4 j 0 15 25
IPOM/EA.
Hints on Culture.— Perennial. Greenhouse climbers, embracing
some of the loveliest colours imaginable. Sow in early spring in
heat, and pot off. and train on trellis under glass, or out of doors in
rammer. .
3813 Mauritanicus. — For 3815 Heavenly Blue. — Surp as-
hanging baskets. singly lovely ; a gem.
3814 Lear!.— Dark violet. 3816 Rubro-caorulea.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10 .15 25
Price of the above
CORAL TREE.— Sec Erythrina.
CORDYLINE.— Perennial shrubs. Sow in early spring, in strong
heat, in pots or pans of sandy soil and pot off. Most useful as *
table plant, for greenhouse decoration, or summer bedding.
8835 Australis.— Recurved dark green foliage. Ht. 3 ft.
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
Pnce - .25 .45 .75
OOREOPSIS.— See Calliopsis.
No. 8700 Cornflower.
CORNFLOWER
(Cyanus Minor).
border in autumn and spring.
Annual. Everything may be said on
behalf of these interesting and useful
flowers, both as a border plant and
also as a cut bloom. Sow in open
JL'iU.
3700 Royal Blue.— Double blue. 3703 Victoria.— Dwarf and free
the largest and perhaps the flowering type,
most popular of all. 3704 Purple.
8701 Carters Double, mixed. 3705 Rose.
8702 8ing?le, mixed. 3706 White.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
f*f>QIVIEA A P rett y feathery foliaged annual, useful for
cutting, growing sometimes to a height of 4 ft.,
and very effective right up to the frost. Makes a nice winter flower-
ing pot plant if so.vn in summer. Including purple, pink, mauve
white, and rose. Ht. 3 to 4 ft.
Early Flowering: Varietles-
3820 White. 3821 Rose.
3823 Mixed. 3822 Pink.
3825 Lady Lennox. —Large
flowers of a pretty light
pink shade.
Price of the above
3826 Carters Mixed Colour*.
— An excellent strain of pink,
white, and mauve shades,
which flowers rather later
than our early flowering
varieties.
250 seeds.
.10
500 seeds.
.15
1,000 seeds.
.25
COWSLIP. — Perennial. Our mixture contains a great diversity of
colours.
8830 English, Mixed.— Much more robust than the common
variety. The flower stems, which reach a height of 1 ft., are
crowned with an umbel of graceful drooping blooms, in a wide
range of yellow, red. crimson, and maroon shades.
_. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Pnce - .10 .15 .25
OUPHEA.— A pretty shrubby perennial, which makes a useful pot
plant. It is often employed for bedding out in summer, and for
this work is best treated as an annual. Seeds may be sown in
autumn or spring in heat.
8838 Eminen8> — Red and yellow. The brightest flowered specie*.
Ht. 1 ft.
8839 P I aty centra. — Red and black. Ht. 1 ft.
__ . ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seed*
Pnce of the above ... 10 j 5 25
OUPID’8 DART.— See Catananche.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
CYCLAMEN Sow at any t * me (spring and autumn to be
preferred) in pots or pans, in peaty loam
and sand, covering the seeds scarcely a quarter of an inch, place
on warm shelf near the glass in greenhouse, keeping the soil
moist but well drained. The seed takes from four to six weeks
to germinate. When the bulbs are the size of a Pea transplant
singly into small pots, transferring to larger pots as the plants
develop. An average of 60® is the temperature best suited for
producing well-developed flowers, and good ventilation without
draught is a safeguard from disease. We also supply dry bulbs
in the fall.
No.
8842 Carters Superb Mixture of all Colours. — Our grand
large-flowered strain in all its best forms and every shade of
colour, including our superb salmon. This is a selection of
‘ »atient observation and labour.
8t. George.— This is a salmon colour, with a
silver-marked leaf, very ornamental as a
foliage plant previous to the blossoming period.
Received a certificate from the Royal Horticultural Society.
many years i
l
NEW.
8850 Carters White Swan. — The most profuse blooming white
Cyclamen in cultivation. A grand thing, throwing its pure
white flowers well above the foliage. A year old plant of this in
full bloom is a magnificent sight. First Class Certificate, R.H.S.
8844 Carters Butterfly.— This charming Cyclamen may be
considered one of the most striking among florists' flowers, and
the colours are surprisingly varied and beautiful. It may be
observed that the petals of the flowers are broad across the top,
and the- edges finely curled or waved. The beauty of the
variegations in colour is captivating. The blossoms being
carried on a long and slender stalk.
8845 Brilliant. — Pure deep crimson blooms with a metallic sheen
shading from the base of each petal, which lights up the whole
flower and gives a brilliant effect.
8846 Dainty Queen. — A giant flower of splendid substance ; colour,
pleasing soft rosy mauve, base of the petals being much deeper
than the upper part.
9847 Excelsior. — The largest and most solid white flower with
claret base, equalling in size and vigour our White Swan.
8848 Carters Salmon. — Distinct and fresh ; strong and vigorous.
8849 Charming: Bride. — A superb pure white variety with large
handsome pet als: compact habit, robust growth.
8851 I M _ u/ | Mr 8. L. M. Graves. — This is a salmon scarlet,
| NEW. | that j s say, a deeper scarlet colour diffused
r with the salmon. This has obtained a certifi-
cate from the Royal Horticultural .Society.
8853 Carters Crested. — A very pretty type of flower, contrasting
conspicuously when mingled with a collection of the ordinary
type. The flowers are also very lasting. Choicest mixed.
8854 Crimson Queen. — A bold well-formed flower; colour deep
maroon red.
8857 Fairy Queen.— Pale rose, compact habit.
8859 Princess May. — A dainty soft pink.
8860 Rosy Morn. — Finest form ; clear bright rose, dark claret base.
8861 The 8ultan. — Intense crimson.
Price of the above ... 25 f« ds - 50 s « d! >■ 10 °
OYPRE88. — See Kochia.
DAHLIA Our strains have been specially hybridised and
" will produce splendid types. Sow the seed in
early spring, in heat, and pot off. Plant out as soon as large
enough in June. (See Photograph Carters Perfection Single
Dahlia, grown from seed in 6 months), a giant-flowered strain
of all colours forming a special feature in our grounds in the late
summer.
CARTERS CROSS-FERTILISED STRAINS.
No.
3901 Carters Single. —Magnificent flowers of the newest and beat
colours.
3902 Pigmy Single.— Forms a dwarf bush.
3903 Carters Cactus.— From the best varieties, mixed.
3904 Carters Giant. —Producing very large semi-double flower*,
mixed.
3905 8how Double* — For perfect form cannot be surpassed.
3906 Perfection Giant 8lngle. — The variety in this strain is
very great.
3907 Bouquet or Pompom. — One of the most useful flowers for
cutting.
3908 Collarette. — Our special strain of Collarette varieties contains
a great variety of distinct shades and colours, the majority
being equal in form to named varieties.
Price of the above
150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
DAI8Y (Bellis). — C harming spring flowers in borders. Sow in light
soil in spring, and prick out.
8962 Finest Double or Monstroso.— Pink.
8963 Finest Double or Monstroso.— White.
8964 Finest Double or Monstroso Mixed. — Carters selected
strain of all colours.
Price of the above
8965 Paris White ( Chrysanthemum ).
250 seeds.
.10
500 seeds.
.15
1 .000 seed*.
.25
3966 Swan River (Brachycome ). — A bright, free-blooming annual ;
blue and white. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above ... '-MOseeds. 2,000 seeds. 4.000 seed..
DATURA (Thorn Apple). — Sow in heat in early spring, and pot off.
hardening off well before planting out.
3919 Atroviolacea plena* — Trumpet-shaped flowers for co«*
servatory or sub-tropical gardens. Ht. 2 ft.
8920 Chlorantha, fl. pi. — Fine double golden trumpet, sweet-
scented ; half-hardy. Ht. 2 ft.
Price of the above ... 250 “g*- seeds. 1,000 seed*
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS. Inc.. 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG.. BOSTON. MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
The Perennial Delphiniums are best
sown in summer, as they then make
strong plants to flower following season. They can also be sown
early in spring, and are very effective in borders during the
early summer the following year.
No.
8942 Carters Choicest Mixed.— A wonderful improvement on
other varieties. Ht. 3 to 5 ft.
8943 Cardinale.— Scarlet species from California. Ht. 2 ft.
8944 Cashmerianum.- Rich blue. Ht. li ft.
8945 Nudicaule. — Dwarf orange-scarlet ; hardy. Ht. 1 ft.
8946 8ulphureum (Zalil ). — Long spikes of sulphur-yellow flowers.
Ht. 4 ft.
8947 Formosum.- Rich deep blue; magnificent. Ht. 3 ft.
5948 Formosum caolestinu m. — A paler shade of blue; superb.
Ht. 3 ft.
8949 Hybridium Belladona. — Good border plant of branching
habit. Ht. 3 ft.
8950 Chinese Blue.— Very pretty. Ht. li ft.
8951 Chinese White.— A companion to the blue.
8952 Fine Mixed.
DELPHINIUMS
QUEEN WILHELM IN A. — A beautiful soft blue shading to rose.
ELATUM. — See Bee Larkspur.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .15 .25 .45
CARTERS ANNUAL DELPHINIUM.
The seed should be sown early, in heat, and grown on in pots
until ready for bedding out. Late sowings do not make effective
plants until too late in the season.
8958 Blue Butterfly. — The greatest acquisition in blue annual
flowers for many years. The Royal Horticultural Society, when
granting it the Award of Merit, stated in their report that it is
a dainty annual of bushy branching habit, and very floriferous.”
Ht. 1 i ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price 10 .15 .25
DEVIL-IN-A-BUSH.
8024 Bright blue; free bloomer, useful for cutting. May also be
grown as a pot i lant for culture under glass. Ht. 1 ft.
PH 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
r ce **• .10 .15 .25
DIANTHUS. Biennial. We consider the Heddiwigi
section of the Dianthus introduced by our
house from the East, and the parent of many of the best types,
to be one of the finest additions to our annual flora for the last
fifty years, and the varieties detailed above are the improved
results from the original importation. .Sow in spring in boxes
or pots, and transplant to where intended to bloom. Seeds of
all the improved types may be also sown at the end of summer,
and grown on in pots through the winter under fairly cool
treatment. They will make robust plants at the end of spring,
and become useful in the decoration of the conservatory. Our
Large-flowered Dwarf type is a beautiful selection.
DIANTHUS CHINENSIS (Indian Pink).
No.
8875 Carters Large-flowered Dwarf 8ingle. — A superb
mixture of beautiful colours and markings. Free blooming
and dwarf. The plants attain a height of about 6 to 8 in., with
large flowers.
3876 Carters Vesuvius. — Single fiery scarlet, brilliant colour.
Ht. 1 ft.
3877 The Bride.— Its blossoms measure 2j in. across. Carmine
centre, with a zone of deep chocolate, surrounded by an expanse
of pure white. Ht. 9 in.
3878 Carters Salmon Shades Semi-double.— Contain many
beautiful salmon, salmon-pink, and salmon-scarlet shades,
which cannot be obtained in separate colours from seed. A
brilliant strain for bedding. Ht. 9 in.
3879 Carters Japanese Feather Single.— A most fantastic
strain of Japanese origin, producing broad petals with a long
feathery fringe in a remarkable range of colours. Ht. 9 in.
3880 Crimson Belle Single. — Colour a rich brilliant crimson.
Ht. 1 ft.
3881 Diadematus, fl. pi. — A double strain of extraordinary
beauty, edged and blotched.
3882 Eastern Queen Single.— Marked with delicate pencilling
of rose and white. A beauty. Ht. 1 ft.
3883 Double White.— Fine flower of good form. Ht. 1 ft.
3884 Large-flowered Dwarf Crimson Semi-double. — Clear
glowing crimson, shaded maroon. Very compact habit. Ht.
9 in.
8885 Large-f owered Dwarf White Single.— Pure satiny-
white petals, forming perfect circular outline. A faint central
zone of pale pink gives the flowers a very handsome appearance.
Ht. 9 in.
3886 Heddiwigi. — The original strain from Japan. Large single
blossoms, fine colours.
3887 Heddiwigi Nobilis. — A grand improvement, with robust
dark foliage. Ht. 1 ft.
3888 Laciniatus. — Grand single flowers. Ht. 1 ft.
3890 Plumarius Single or Pheasant’s Eye.— Mixed. Pink.
Ht. 1 ft.
3892 Plumarius Semperflorens.
3895 Carters Choice Single Mixed.— Every shade found in
Japanese Dianthus is contained in this strain ; deepest crimson,
countless shades of maroon, scarlet, carmine, rose pink to pure
white. Many blooms are beautifully pencilled on white and
dark grounds. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above ... ‘• 000 , s “ ds - 2.0<Wseeds. t.OWseed..
3891 Plumarius Double.— Mixed. Good rock plant. Ht. 1 It
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
™ ce - .10 .15 .25
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BE AUTIFUL FLOWERS.
DIANTHUS — Continued.
8896 Carters Choice Double Mixed.— Very large double
flowers of all shades. Although annuals many of the forms
found in this mixture equal perennial Pinks. Ht. 1 ft.
TJ . ^ 1,000 seeds. ‘2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Pnce - .10 .15 .25
DIANTHUS BARBATUS — See Sweet William.
DIDISCUS. — Pretty half-hardy annual ; fine for pot culture.
3927 Coeruleus.— Bright blue. Ht. 1 ft.
0 • 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
Pnce ■■■ .10 .15 .25
DIELYTRA.. — Hardy perennial.
3930 Spcctabilis or Bleeding: Heart.— Delicate piuk heart-
shaped flowers. Ht. 2 ft. Price per pkt., .25
DIGITALIS.— See Foxglove.
niMORPHOTH FfiA Sow in cold frames in March
UIIYlUnrnu I n CV/M. and transplant to open, or
sow in open during April. Rows in our testing grounds have
been covered with blossom for six mouths in dry and wet
seasons.
9914 Aurantlaca.— Annual. Brilliant growing orange blossoms
with black disc. Ht. 1 ft. . .
8915 Aurantiaca Hybrids.— Annual. New selected hybrids m
splendid mixture. Ht. 1 ft.
, , 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Pnce of the above ... jq jg 25
No.
DRAOENA.— Easily raised from seed. Sow in pans, la heat, in
early spring.
8939 Rubra. — A decorative table plant with variously coloured
foliage. Ht. 2 ft.
Pr j__ 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds,
rnce ... , 0 15 .25
DORONICUM CAUCASICUM. — Hardy perennial with large yellow
flowers, very showy. Pkt. 25c each.
DUTCHMAN'S PIPE. — See Aristolochia.
ECHINOP8 .— See Globe Thistle.
EDELWEISS (Alpine. Everlasting).
4028 White. — A favourite flower of the Alps.
500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds,
rnce ... 1Q 15 .25
EGLANTINE.— See Sweet Briar.
ERICA (Cape Heaths). — Winter-flowering plants.
4037 Mixed. — Carters choice varieties.
Price
750 seeds. 1,500 seeds.
.10 .15
3,000 seeds.
.25
ERIQERON. — Hardy perennial.
4040 Aurantiacus (Orange Daisy). — P retty dwarf species. Ht. 6 in.
D A 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Fnce ... 10 lg 25
ERIN US ALPINU8. — Herbaceous perennial.
plants are to grow, and thin out.
4043 A charming Alpine rock plant ; blue.
1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
Ptlce - .10 .15
Sow in spring where
4,000 seeds.
.25
ERYNGIUM (Sea Holly). — O rnamental foliage. Sow
spring in pans, and plant out.
4046 Amethystinum.- Blue stem and bracts.
4047 Giganteum.- Grand foliage, ivory white.
_ , . .. M 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
Price of the above ... jq jg
in winter or
400 seeds.
.25
ERY3IMUM. — One of the brightest and best hardy annuals. Grow*
everywhere. Sow in autumn for spring flowering, and in early
spring to flower later.
4051 Golden Gem.— Brilliant golden yellow. Ht. 9 in.
4052 Perowskianum. — Orange Virginian Stock. Ht. 1 ft.
4053 Pachycarpum.-A spring flowering biennial. Hardy; vety
showy ; orange. Ht. l£ ft.
... . 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price of the above ... jq jg 25
ERYTHRINA (Coral Tree).— Greenhouse shrubs. Sow in heat ia
early spring, and pot off.
4056 Mixed.— Carters choice varieties.
10 seeds. 20 seeds. 40 seeds.
- .25 .45 .75
Please order by
Number and Price only .
ECPUCPU A I T7I A ( Californian Poppy). — Hardy
tovrl O w ■■ U L I Ail /A annua i s (or biennials) of im-
mense utility for mixed borders. Hardy, bright, and free-
blooming. and of the easiest culture. They bloom and flourish
equally well on light and heavy soils. Although not generally
known. Eschscholtzias are excellent for decorative work. If
cut early in the morning before the buds unfold, the flowers will
last for several days in water. Sow in open in spring, and thin
out. Ht. 1 ft.
Many of our later introductions of Eschscholtzias have
been characterised by a distinctly compact and upright
habit of growth, rendering this attractive flower suitable for
fronts of borders and other places in the garden not hitherto
filled by Eschscholtzias. We classify them accordingly.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
No. 8967 Bschscholtxia. The Geisha. No. 8974 Beohscholtzia. Mandarin. No. 3972 Eschscholtzia. Carmine King.
ESCHSCHOLTZIA — Continued.
Compact Section .
No.
3967 wac\Ai The Geisha.— Award of Merit, R.H.S.
Last year's introduction. Petals
■ prettily fluted. Colour inside of petals,
brilliant golden ; outside of petals,
orange-crimson. Habit of growth, upright and compact. The
most brilliant colour in this family of bright shades. A bed
in bright sunshine has the appearance of being on fire.
8968*Carters Fringred. — Of the Califomica type, with deep-
coloured base lo the prettily fringed petal.
8969*The Rajah. — -This has brought for the first time a purplish
carmine in Eschscholtzias.
8975*Carters Mandarin. — Exterior orange-crimson ; inner sur-
face. deep orange.
Price of the above ... 250 s « ds - «00 seeds. l.OOOseed.
8970 Carters New Hybrids.— Contain many shades and tints of
colour not previously seen in Eschscholtzias, giving a play of
colour at once interesting and brilliant, the pale rose and flesh
shades being particularly charming.
8971 *Tho Mikado.— Award of Merit, R.H.S. The Mikado was the
result of a cross between Mandarin, which we introduced in
1879. and Carmine King, of 1906. A brilliant orange-crimson,
suffused with the lustre of Carmine King.
8972*Cartors Carmine King.— Award of Merit. R.H.S. The
lustrous carmine colour is very attractive.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 weds. 1.000jeed».
8976*Tho Collection of G varieties as marked above in
separate packets 50
Open-growing Section .
1973 Carters Diana.— This is a most dainty flower. The colour
is a rosy white, while the petals are fluted in a most novel
manner, giving the flower quite a fantastic and attractive
appearance.
1974 Dainty Queen.— A beautiful shade in Eschscholtzias. Colour
a tender blush or pale coral pink, slightly deeper towards the
edges, with a groundwork of delicate cream. Flowers rather
later than other varieties.
8977 Carters Double Orange.
8978 Carters Rose Cardinal.— Bright rose.
8979 The Golden West.— The largest flowering of all the
Eschscholtzias. A charming orange colour.
8982 Califomica. — Yellow.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
EUCALYPTU8 (Australian Gum Trees). — Handsome ornaments
in the sub-tropical garden or in pots. Sow in gentle heat in
early spring, and pot off.
No.
4059 Amygdalinus (Giant Gum Tree).— One of the hardiest.
4061 Globulus (Blue Gum). — Fine glaucous foliage and strong
perfume.
Price of the above ... 500 *“ds. 1,000 seeds. 2.000 seed.
4060 Citriodorus (Lemon Gum). — Lemon-scented foliage.
Prir#» 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
rnce "• .10 .15 .25
EUPATORIUM. — Hardy perennial.
4064 Frascri. — White flowers ; good for cutting. Ht. 2 ft.
Pfif-f* 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
™ Ce .10 .15 .25
EUTOCA. — Sow out of doors in spring.
4067 Viscida. — Hardy annual ; bright blue. Ht. 1 ft.
p r : r *» 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
CC •" .10 .15 .25
EVENING PRIMROSE ((Enothkra). — Exceedingly useful in mixed
borders. The perennial species may be sown in early spring in
pans in cool frame, and then transplanted; the annual and
biennial out of doors in April and May.
4070 Acaulis (Taraxaci/olia). — White; trailer. Annual. Ht. 6 in.
4071 Lamarkiana.- Golden ; nagnificent biennial. Ht. 4 ft.
4072 Macrocarpa. — Large yexlow blossoms; trailing perennial.
Ht. 1 ft.
4074 Garden. — Biennial. Ordinary species ; yellow.
Price of the above ... *.«»jeeds. 2.0<» seeds i.UOO^eed*.
I
Please order by Catalogue Number and
Price only.
EVERLASTING FLOWERS.
HELICHRYSUM.— Annual. A very beautiful everlasting flower,
available in a wide range of colours. If cut before quite
developed the flowers are very lasting.
3995 Carters Fireball* — Brilliant crimson
3996 Carters 8ilverball.— Silver white.
3998 Purple. 4000 White.
3999 8carlet. 4001 Yellow.
4002 Carters Choicest Mixed.
Price of the above ... 'OOOKeds. 2.000 seeds. 4,000 wed.,
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EVERLASTING FLOWERS — Continued
ACROCLINIUM.— Annual.
No.
4005 Double.— Beautiful rose-pink; good for pots or for early
forcing.
4006 Roseum. — Ordinary.
Price of the above ...
AMMOBIU M — Annual.
4007 Album.— White.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seed*.
.10 .15 .25
4009 Alatunn— Pure white; eccentric growth.
Pr - _ 1,000 seed9. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
rricc "• .10 .15 .25
RHODANTHE.— Annual. The pick of the Australian flora in
Everlasting Flowers. Immense favourites. Well adapted for
forcing in early spring and for window boxes.
4013 Macu lata.— Bright rose, with dark centre.
4014 Maculata alba.— Large; pure white.
4015 Atrosang^uinea.— Dark rose.
4016 Mangflesi.— The earliest introduction.
Price of the above ... 750 f' eds ‘ 1.500je«d«.
8,000 seeds.
.25
XERANTHEMUM.— Annual. Free-growing.
4018 Double Purple. 4019 Double White. 4020 Satin Cerise.
Price of the above ... 750 f^' ds - 1.500 seeds. 3.00^seeds.
4023 Coll. 12 selected varieties off Everlasting Flowers.
Per pkt., .75
4024 Coll. 6 selected varieties off Everlasting Flowers.
Per pkt. .50
EVERLASTING PEA (Lathyrus).— F avourite hardy perennial*
Sow in spring in the positions the plants are to permanently
occupy, as they are rather impatient of transplanting.
4077 Red. 4078 White.
Price of the above ...
4079 Rotundi-foliua.— Dark rose.
75 seeds. 150 seeds. 300 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
FEATHER GRASS.— See Grasses
FERNS.— Seed (or spore) carefully saved. Sow in pans of sandy
peal, and prick off as soon as large enough.
4110 Greenhouse Varieties.— Carters choice selection.
4111 Hardy Varieties.— All sorts.
Seed cannot be counted. Price per pkt.. J25
FEVERFEW .—See Pyrethrum.
FLAX. — See I.inurn.
FLEUR DE LYS .— See Iris.
FLEA BANE. — See Inula,
FLOS ADONIS (Pheasant Eye).
4114 Hardy Annual.— Scarlet and black. Ht. 1 ft.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Ce .10 .15 .25
FLOWER PERFUMES. See Page 87.
IVQT In addition to their great value
as spring bedding subjects, some
species are useful for pot work.
Carters Pyramid varieties are
particularly recommended for this purpose.
FORGET-ME-
(MYOSOTIS).
No. 4080 Carters Royal Blue. No. 4092 Carters Pyramid.
No.
4080 Carters Royal Blue.— Deep blue of a remarkably free
flowering habit. These lovely plants are in great repute for
spring bedding. Ht. 1 ft.
4081 Carters Ligrht Blue.— A highly-selected type of Alpestris.
It comes into blossom early, and continues in bloom until quite
late. Ht. 1 ft.
4082 Dissitiflora.— Best bedding ; blue. Ht. 9 in.
4083 Dissitiflora alba.— White.
4085 Azorica.— Light blue ; compact growth. Ht. 6 in.
4087 8tar of Love. — Beautiful blue. Distinct spray-like spikes of
bloom. Ht. 6 in.
4088 Victoria. — A favourite for market ; most profuse bloomer.
Ht. 9 in.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price of the above .10 .15 .25
4089 Garden. — Ordinary kind, select stock. Ht. 1 ft.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price .. .10 .15 .25
CARTERS PYRAMID.
We offer these charming pyramidal types of Forget-me-nots with
confidence that they will be greatly appreciated by our customers for
spring bedding purposes. The plants assume au upright habit of
growth, and when in bloom resemble miniature pyramids of floral
beauty. These new Forget-me-nots are especially valuable for plant-
ing in combination with Tulips, as their upright habit does not check
the growth of the flower spikes from the bulbs or make a bed appear
so crowded as when plants of more exuberant growth are used as a
groundwork. The seeds should be sown out of doors on a partially
shaded border towards the end of summer. Ht. 1 ft.
4092 Carters Pyramid Blue.
4093 Carters Pyramid White.
4094 Carters Pyramid Pink.
krice of the above ...
250 seeds.
.10
500 seeds.
.15
1,000 seeds.
.25
Please order by Number and Price only.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
FnXftLOVE (Digitalis ). — Stately perennials. As a back-
■ ™ ground in a shrubbery, or as specimen plants
in large beds, they are equally striking and effective. Sow in
July for strong flowering plants the following season.
No.
4101 Carters Spotted. — A superb mixture containing a wonderful
range of colours, the soft rose and carmine shades being partic-
ularly fine. The older forms of magenta and crude pink have
been eliminated from this choice strain. All colours mixed.
4102 Canariensis.— A novel colour, orange brown.
4103 White. — Superb variety. Ht. 4 to 6 ft.
4104 Monstrosa. — A singular variation. A long spike with a large
flower at the top.
4105 Gloxinioides.— Large-throated species. Ht. 3 ft.
4106 Qrandiflora.— Curious species. Yellow. Ht. 3 ft.
4107 Purpurea.— The ordinary Foxglove. Purple. Ht. 3 ft.
„ , f 4 -u . 2,500 seeds. 5,000 seeds. 10,000 seeds.
Prices of the above ... ,q 15 25
FRENCH HONEYSUCKLE.— Hardy free-growing perennial. Sow
in spring, and transplant.
No.
4126 Red or Crimson.— Ht. 3 ft.
4127 White. — Showy plant. Ht. 3 ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
See page 86 for Cart in Honeysuckle Perfume.
FUCHSIA.— Handsome flowering shrub. Sow in gentle heat in
early spring ; pot off.
4129 8upcrb Mixed.— A splendid collection.
D ^ 25 seed9. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
Pr,ce - .25 .45 .76
FRANCO*.
4117 Ramosa hybrida ( Bridal Wreath).— Half-hardy perennial.
Lovely sprays of pure white flowers are freely produced on long
branching spikes. Very easy of cultivation, for greenhouse or
conservatory decoration. Seed sown in March flower freely in
about 15 months. Ht. 2$ ft.
„ . ^ 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
Prlce - .10 .15 .25
FRAXINELLA (Burning Bush).— H ardy perennial. Seeds may be
sown in spring.
4120 Rod-purple.— Ht. 2 ft. 4121 White.— Ht. 2 ft.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
FREESIA. — A bulbous plant with beautiful flowers. Sow in pans in
heat, in early spring.
4123 Carters Choice Mixed.— Deliciously scented, white and
yellow. Ht. 1 ft.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price
See page 86 for Carters Freesia Perfume.
/^All I A pni A We were awarded the First Class
Certificate of the Royal Horticultural
Society for Double Oaillarddas.
Showy and handsome hardy perennials, for beds and borders.
The flowers are a most peculiar combination of shades, varying
between gold and maroon. Sow in summer in drills, trans-
planting to permanent positions during autumn; also sow early
in spring under glass, prick off into boxes, and plant out in May.
Sow the annual varieties in open ground early in spring, and
thin out to 1 ft. apart.
4184 Carters Large-flowering: Choice 8ingle Hybrids.—
Perennial variety, but will flower the first season if sown early.
4185 Qrandiflora hybrida. — Crimson and gold; large blossoms.
4186 Qrandiflora hybrida com pacta.— New dwarf compact
variety. Ht. 1 ft.
Nos. 4185 and 4186 will flower the first season if sown early.
Price of the above
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
ANNUAL VARIETIES.
4189 Carters Choice Double.— Mixed; large globular heads.
4190 Picta.— Yellow and scarlet; old variety. Ht. 1 ft.
4191 Ficta aurea.— Golden yellow. Ht. 1 ft.
4192 Picta Aurora Borealis. — Red and yellow. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above ...
1,000 seeds.
.10
2,000 seeds.
.15
4,000 seed*.
.25
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
GARDENIA (Cape Jessamine)
No.
4228 Florida. — Pure white; delicious scent. Pot plant.
Price 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.15 .25 .45
See page 86 for Carters Gardenia Perfume.
GAZAN I A.— Perennial. A brilliant plant for edging beds.
4231 8plcndens hybrida. — Saved from the finest new varieties.
p r j ce 25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
GENISTA. (Cytisus). — Perennial. Sow Candicans in spring, hi
pans, and grow on in pots. Andreeana should be sown in the
open ground where intended to remain, or transplanted.
4234 Andreeana. — Hardy shrub. Orange-yellow, maroon markings.
4235 Candicans. — Yellow. Favourite for table decoration. Ht.
2 ft.
Price of the above .. 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
GERANIUM or PELARGONIUM Bedding and greenhouse
plants. Sow under glass in early spring, and pot off.
4242 Fancy. — Regal Pelargoniums.
Price of the above ... 20 s |q^ 3.
4243 Golden and Bronze.
4245 Silver tricolor.
4246 Zonal-leaved.— Mixed.
Price of the above
20 seeds.
.25
40 seeds.
.85
40 seeds.
.45
80 seeds.
1.50
80 seeds.
.75
GERBERA JAMESONI HYBRIDS.— Half-hardy perennial. The
Scarlet Daisy or Marguerite of the Cape.
4250 The flowers bear long graceful petals with small eye. This
strain, which is quite new, comprises a great variety of pleasing
shades.
PrJ _. 10 seeds. 20 seeds. 40 seeds.
rnce ... #25 .45 .75
GEUM. — Hardy perennials. Sow in spring, and transplant. Ht. 2 ft.
4256 Coccineum.— Bright scarlet.
4257 Flore pleno. — Semi-double ; crimson scarlet.
Price of the above ... 5 » seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
4258 Mrs. Bradshaw. — A giant double form of flowers of perfect
shade of brilliant crimson scarlet. Comes quite true from seed.
Price 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
QILIA. — Earliest annual. May be sown in spring, or at the end of
summer out of doors.
4261 Tricolor. — Purple, lilac, and white. Ht. 1 ft.
Prl - 1,000 seed9. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
rnce — JO .15 .25
GILLYFLOWER.— See Stock.
GLOXINIA — Continued.
Carters Invincible Gloxinia Groxtm for Seed at our Nurseries.
No.
4141 Carters Invincible Prize Superb Mixture.—' The super*
mixture of Gloxinia we offer under the name Invincible it
magnificent. It contains all the best self-colours, crimson,
sapphire, purple, rose, blush, violet, white, &c., also the finest
edged, tipped, ringed, and shaded varieties, together with the
most beautiful spotted or marbled kinds, and is the finest we
have seen.
GLOBE AMARANTHUS. — Annual. Greenhouse pot plant. Sow
seed in spring, in heat, and pot off in light soil. Ht. 1 ft.
4264 Orange. — Crisp petals.
4265 Purple.— Rich colour.
Price of the above ... 500 ^ eds ' seeds. 2.000 «ed*
GLOBE THISTLE (Echinops Ritro). — Perennial.
4268 Bee Feeder.— Large globular blue heads. Ht. 3 ft.
p-:_- 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Price ... , 0 15 25
GLORY PEA. — See Cliantlius.
GLOXINIA —Sow in well-drained pans from January to
" March (or in the autumn), fill the pans with
soil consisting of a mixture of half peat and half leaf mould, with a
small quantity of pulverised charcoal and silver sand sifted very
fine, to within half an inch of the rim; water with fine rose, then sow
the seed thinly, taking care not to cover it with soil ; place in a tem-
perature of 75 deg., and cover the pans with a piece of shaded glass,
gradually removing the same as the seedlings progress. When large
enough to handle, prick off into pans at about 1 in. apart, then pot
off into single pots. Many will soon attain the requisite strength
to go into 5-in. or 48 pots, and will bloom in August and September
of the same year. The potting off soil should consist of one-half
good loam, one-half fibrous peat, with a good sprinkling of sand
and broken charcoal.
4135 Carters Giant Carmine.— A choice colour in Gloxinias,
the edges of the blooms being of a light carmine, gradually
shading to a deeper tone towards the throat. The habit is
robust and erect.
4136 Carters Giant Purple.— A strong grower, carrying flowers
of immense size. In colour it is a deep-velvety purple, with a
slightly spotted throat.
4187 Carters Giant Scarlet.— A very vivid scarlet variety, which
comes quite true from seed. The flowers are of good size and
texture.
4138 Carters Giant White.— We consider this the best white yet
raised. The size of the flowers, the purity of its colour, and its
robust habit leave nothing to be desired. The flowers, although
large, are held erect on exceptionally strong stems.
4139 The Collection of above 4 Giant Varieties. Price .83
4140 Carters Cyclops.— This is one of the largest and strongest
growing Gloxinias in commerce. The base of the throat is
cream, heavily spotted, whilst the upper portion is of intense
scarlet, passing to a soft pink, and ultimately leaving a wide
margin of the purest white at the edge of each lobe.
4143 Othello.— Very large; deep blue.
Gloxinia Bulbs — Very large; see page $7 .
Price of the above, except 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds,
where otherwise noted ... .25 .45 .75
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
In addition to the wide range of shades now
I im. found in this lovely annual, the plants vary
greatly in habit. We have therefore divided them into three
sections, and trust this will assist our customers in making
their selections. All varieties may be sown in boxes and trans-
planted, or may be sown direct into the ground. A few kinds
are excellent for pots.
No.
4161 Carters New Lavender.— Single. Award of Merit, R.H.8.
The pale lavender flowers are borne on long graceful racemes.
This is quite distinct from any other Godetia, and is splendid
for pot culture. Sown in September the plants bloom in early
spring. Ht. 2 ft.
4163 Carters Double Pink.— A rather stronger grower than
Carters New Lavender, bearing a number of long spikes, which
carry 18 to 20 beautiful double clear pink blooms, which will last
a week in water if cut in a young state. It is also splendid for
pot culture. Ht. 2i ft. Price of above, see next column.
GODETIA — Continued.
No.
Tall Double Deep Rose. — A very
brilliant and handsome variety. Bright
solid rose, shaded and edged carmine.
Identical in habit with our Double Pink variety. Ht. 2i ft.
Price of the above ... '.OlTOseeds. 2,000 seeds. 4.000seed».
MEDIUM VARIETIES.
4160 8ingle Blush ( The Bride). — A very telling pale pink variety,
with deep pink zone at the base of petals. Ht. l£ ft.
4161 Carters Dark Rose (Lady Albemarle). — Deep rose, edged
carmine. Ht. li ft.
4162 Carters Carmine. — Pure clear carmine with white zone.
Ht. li ft.
4163 Carters White (White Pearl).— 'the best white Godetia, the
blooms being creamy white, which blends well with other
varieties. Ht. l£ ft.
4167 Carters Choice Mixed.— A well-balanced strain, containing
all the best colours found in the tall and medium sections.
Price of the above ... ^seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000jeed..
DWARF VARIETIES.
4173 Deep Rose Pink ( Lady Satin Rose). — Avery pure colour with
shining satin surface. Very brilliant. Ht. 1 ft.
4174 Pink (Rosamund). — Rich medium shade. Flower well formed
and very freely produced. Ht. 1 ft
4175 Crimson (Oloriosa). — The deepest colour in Godetias. Very
solid and of splendid substance. Ht. 1 ft.
4176 Crimson Glow. — Bright crimson scarlet with pure white base.
The petals being very full and crimped give the flowers a very
graceful appearance. One of the most free flowering. Ht. 1 ft.
4178 Miniature Crimson.— Valuable for edging and bedding.
Very dwarf and compact, with glowing crimson flowers, shaded
rosy heliotrope at edge. Ht. 6 in.
Price of the above ... , ' 000 ,“ ed8 - 2 '°° 0 ,f' d3 4>00 ° ,“ rds -
4152
Ornamental Gourds, which require about the
w * same cultivation as Vegetable Marrows or
ORNAMENTAL. Squash, should be largely grown in flower
gardens and pleasure grounds. Trained over
a pergola they form a distinct, interesting, and beautiful feature.
The smaller fruiting Apple, Orange, Pear, and Egg shaped
kinds produce a charming effect when trained over arches,
while the majority of varieties have a very charming effect when
tied up to poles.
4283 Mixod, in great variety.
Pr :„„ 25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds,
rrice ... 10 .15 t2 5
4284 Collection, 12 varieties, small-fruited kinds. Apple, Pear.
Orange. &c. Price 1.00
4285 Collection, 12 varieties, large-fruited kinds. Pumpkins,
Squash, Turk’s Cap. &c. Price 1.00
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
GRASSES The annual varieties should be sown out of
doors during April where they are intended to
ORNAMENTAL, flower. or for earlier work sow under glass and
plant out. The perennial varieties are best
sown during the summer, and planted out in borders in spring.
The flower heads should be cut in a young stage and hung
upside down to dry, as they are then more lasting fo r decorative
purposes.
No.
4196 Agrostis nebulosa.— Elegant and graceful ; the beat.
4200 Briza gracilis ( Quaking Grass).
4201 Briza maxima ( Quaking Grass).
4202 Briza rotundata.
4204 Coix lachryma {Job's Tears).
4205 Cypcrus altcrnifolius ( Umbrella Grass).— Semi-aquatlc.
4206 Eragrostis olegans ( Love Grass).
4211*Gynerium argenteum ( Pampas Grass).
4212 Hordeum jubatum (Squirrel' s-tail).
4213+lsolepis gracilis.— Charming pot plant.
4214 Lagurus ovatus (Hare' s-tail Grass).
4217 Panicum pi icatum.— Graceful panicles of bloom.
4218 Panicum tonsum.- New and beautiful.
4219 Panicum virgatum.— Delicate, graceful bloom.
4220*6tipa pennata (Feather Grass).
4221 Carters Varieties, Choice Mixed.
4223 Collection of 12 Distinct Varieties (Seeds). Price 1.00
4224 Collection of 6 Distinct Varieties (8eeds). Price 5.00
♦ These varieties will not bloom the first year from seed.
Price of the above, except where otherwise stated Per pkt. .10. .15. .20
Seeds not counted.
OREVILLEA. — An ornamental plant. In great use for decorative
purposes. Sow in heat in early spring, and pot off as soon as
they can be handled.
4271 Robusta. — The best for general use. Beautiful fern-like
foliage.
pjp. 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds,
rnce ... <10 15 25
GYPSOPHILA (Cloud Plant).— G raceful panicles of wavy
blossom; for bouquets, table decoration,
vases, &c. Sow the annual species in spring where the plants
are intended to flower, and thin out seedlings. Panioulata is A
perennial, and should be sown in spring or summer.
Vo. 4274 Gyf>soJ>hila elegans grandi/lora.
4274 Elegans grandiflora. — Annual. Cream white.
4275 Elegans Carmine.— Annual. A new shade. Most effective
for decorative purposes.
4276 Elegans rosea.— Annual. Rose.
4277 Muralis. — Hardy annual for rockwork. Ht. 6 in.
4278 Pan icu lata.— The pure white perennial kind. Ht. 2i ft.
4279 Paniculata, fl. pi. — Hardy perennial. Extremely pretty.
Double kind. Ht. 4 ft. Price per pkt., .25
Price of the above, except \ 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds,
where otherwise noted / .10 .10 .25
HAWKWEED.— Annual. Will grow anywhere if sown in spring
Ht. 1 ft.
4311 Red. 4312 White. 4313. Yellow.
Price of the above ... 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2,000seeds.
HELENUM.- Hardy perennial.
4316 Autumnale superbum.— Golden yellow flowers. Ht. 4 ft.
Prir#» 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
rnce ... jq , 5 25
HELIANTHUS. — See Sunflower.
HELICHRYSUM.— See Everlasting Flowers.
HELIOTROPE (Cherry Pie). — Sweet-scented perennials. Sow
under glass in early spring, and pot off.
4325 Carters Large-flowered Varieties.— Beautiful novelties;
good colours. Ht. 2 ft.
4326 Anna Turrell.— Lighc. 4327 Roi des Noirs.— Dark.
4328 White Lady. 4329 Mixed. — Ordinary varieties.
Price of the above ... 500 seeds. 1.000 s|cds. 2,000 reeds.
HELLEBORUS (Christmas Rose). — Perennial ; should be protected
by a frame in the winter.
4322 Niger.— Large white flowers; blooms from December to April.
Ht. 1 ft.
p ri v P 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds,
rnce ... 10 15 25
HEUCHERA. — Perennial. Charming for bouquets. Sow in spring
and plant out. Ht. l£ ft.
4332 8plendens. — Crimson. 4333 8plendens alba.— White.
Price of the above ... ‘■WWseeds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000_seeds
HIBI8CUS (Mallow Tribe). — Showy annual and perennial. Sow
Africanus, the annual species, in early spring under glass, and
plant out when all fear of frost has gone. Coccineus should be
sown in heat, and potted off and grown in warm house.
4336 Africanus. — Annual. Creamy - yellow, purple marking*.
Ht. li ft.
4837 Coccineus. — Scarlet greenhouse shrub; used for decoratlos
of walls. Ht. 6 ft.
Price of the above ... 100 f« da - 200 s « ds 400 seeds.
HOLLY HOG AC Now that so many beautiful forms are to
v "be obtained quite true from seed, thi*
delightful flower should become more popular. We therefore
recommend our customers to again give this useful plant a place
in their borders. Seed is usually sown in summer, and the plants
grown on to flower next season, but some prefer to sow in boxes
or on a hot-bed early in the year. Plant out in April to blooo*
same summer
OARTERS DOUBLE 8HOW.
4290 Carters Crimson. 4291 Carters Purplish Violet
4292 Carters Rose. 4293 Carters Salmon.
4294 Carters Sulphur-Yellow. 4295 Carters Pure White.
4298 Carters Choice Mixed.
_. . .. . 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seed*.
Price of the above ... j 5 25 .45
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
HOLLYHOCK -Continued.
no.
4802 Double Palling: Belle.— This particularly fine form bears
large double flowers of a charming shade of silvery pink and
attracts much attention. A splendid subject for clumping at the
back of herbaceous borders.
Price 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
4801 Carters Perpetual-flowering.— Annual. Sown early In
spring and planted out first week in May. it will bloom from
middle of July to late in autumn. Habit branching, serai-tall,
flowers double with graceful loose petals. Mixed colours.
1804 8ingle hybrids.— In the most delicate shades and pure colours.
The plants are very robust and remain in bloom over a long
period.
4305 Allegheny Mixed. — A splendid mixture of single and double
choice fringed varieties. Ht. 5 ft.
1803 Choice Mammoth Fringed Varieties.— Mixed colour*.
„ . 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Pr,ce - .15 .25 .45
4800 Carters 12 Choice Varieties (small packets).— A complete
collection of the most distinct colours and charming shades,
equal to the best named varieties. Price 1.50
HONE8TY (Lunarla).— Hardy biennial. • Singular seed vessels,
useful when dried, for house decoration in winter. Sow ia
spring.
4842 Purple. 4343 White.— Ht. li ft.
4844 Munstead Purple.— This giant form of Lunaria was raised
by Miss Jekyll. V.M.H., in her delightful wild garden at
Munstead Wood. The large well-formed flowers are of great
substance and quite distinct, being a bright rosy purple. For
growing in the serai-wild garden and for spring bedding it is a
most brilliant subject, supplying a colour which is rare in the
early part of the year.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Price of the above
.10
.15
.25
Price
4855 Elcgans. Price ...
1.000 seeds.
.25
HONEYSUCKLE, JAPAN E8E.— Perennial.
No.
4352 Variegata.— Evergreen. Fine in window boxes aad hanging
baskets.
25 pods. 50 pods. 100 pods.
.10 .15 .25
HU MEA.— Biennial. For greenhouse, in pots. It also makes a
graceful plant when used in beds during summer. Sow in
summer in pots, in cool frame or greenhouse, and pot off.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
HUMULU8 (Hop). — H ardy climbers. No. 4348 is a very pretty
quick-growing annual climber. Sow in pots early in February,
in heat, and plant out in May.
4347 Japonicus. — Green foliage.
4348 Japonicus variegatus. — Green foliage, marked silvery
white.
4349 Lupulus ( Garden Hofi).— Perennial.
Price of the above ... 250s « ds ' 500 seed*.
IBERIS. — See Candytuft.
ICE PLANT.— Annual.
4361 Mcsombryanthemum crystallinum.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price ... .10 .15 .25
IMPATIEN8 (Balsam). — Annual. Sow In spring in heat, and pot
off. Perpetual bloomers.
4364 8ultani.— Rosy scarlet.
4365 Holsti (Zanzibar Balsam). — A new annual plant from East
Africa, resembling the Zanzibar Balsam in habit, leaf, and shape
of blossom. Colour vermilion red. A beautiful plant for half-
shady places and pots. Most striking. Awarded a First Class
Certificate. R.H.S.
Price of the above ... 100 s , e 0 eds - 200 s « d8 ' <°° “ ed *-
INCARVILLEA. — Perennial. Beautiful Gloxinia-like flowers. Sow
in spring under glass, and pot off. Makes an effective plant in
a warm border as its flowers are produced on long stems.
4368 Dola.va.yL — Flowers lovely crimson-purple, with yellow veined
throat.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Price ... , 0 , 5 ^
INDIAN HEMP. — See Cannabis.
INDIAN MALLOW. — See Abutilon.
INDIAN PINK (Dianthus Chinensis).— Biennial.
4374 Carters Double Mixed. 4375 Mixed 8ingle. — Ordinary.
Price of the above ... ^seeda. 2.000 seeds. 4,000seeds.
INDIAN SHOT — See Canna.
INULA (Flea Bane). — Hardy perennial.
4871 Grandiflora. — Large orange yellow flowers. Very showy.
Ht. 2 ft.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10
Price
.15
.25
Please order by
Number and Price only.
IRI8 (Fleur de Lys).— H ardy bulb.
4381 Mixed.— All sorts. 4382 Ksempferl.— Japanese varieties.
Price of the above ... 7s f“ d9 - 150 s ^ ds - 300
JACOBAE.— Hardy annuals. Sow in open border in spring.
4385 Carters Mixed.— For pots or borders.
4386 Crimson. 4387 Purple.
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10
Price of the above
.15
.20
JACOB’S LADDER (Polemonium Ccbruleum).— Hardy perennial
Sow in spring and plant out.
4390 Blue. — One of the oldest recorded British plants. Ht. 1 ft.
1,000 seeds.
.10
JAPANESE MAIZE. — See Zea.
KAULFUSSIA.— Hardy annual.
remain.
4393 Amelloides. — Bright blue.
1,000 seeds.
.10
Price
Price
2,000 seeds.
.15
4,000 seeds.
.25
Sow In spring where plants are to
Ht. 6 in.
2,000 seeds.
.15
4,000 seeds.
.25
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KOCHIA A charming and most effective decorative plant,
11 ^ w with a habit much resembling one of the com-
pact evergreen shrubs. It has a light grass-green feathery foliage,
which changes as the summer advances to a rich crimson. It is a
hardy annual, a rapid grower and flourishes on all soils. The beat
method is to sow the seed under glass, pot the seedlings off singly,
and ultimately bed out or plunge the pots in which they are growing.
These round shrub-like plants (often called the Mock Cypress) are
most effective when planted amongst flowers, such as Geraniuma.
Petunias, &e. ; they are most useful for the centre of any bed or when
planted out in some decorative scheme. Ht. about 2 ft.
No.
4896 Carters Selected (Trichophylla).— Hardy annual.
„ . 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Pr,ce .10 .15 .25
LANTANA.— Half-hardy perennial. Sow in heat in early spring and
pot off.
4428 Carters Choice Mixed.— Beautiful colours. Ht. 2 ft.
4429 Carters Dwarf Varieties. — For pots or bedding.
. , . , . 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Price of the above ... 10 1S 25
LAPAGERI A.— Greenhouse climber. Sow in well-drained pans of
sandy peat and leaf mould in spring, under glass.
4432 Rosea. — Mottled rose ; wax-like.
_ . 10 seeds. 20 seeds. 40 seeds.
Pnoe - .25 .45 .75
LARKSPURS, ANNUAL.-^""
effective in beds. The seed should be sown in spring, in boxes, and
transplanted. Can also be sown outdoors in April.
No. 4403 Dwarf No. 4414. Branching.
LARKSPUR, DWARF BEDDING.
These lovely annuals are quite hardy. The blooms are exceed-
ingly handsome and most suitable for beds. Ht. 1 ft.
No.
4402 Carters Dark Blue. — Highly commended by the R.H.8.
Committee as a bedding variety.
4403 Carters Deep Pink. — Highly commended by the R.HA
Committee as a bedding variety.
4404 Carters Light Blue. 4405 Carters Mauve.
4406 Carters Rose. 4407 Carters White.
4408 Carters Dwarf Bedding. — Choice mixture of all colours.
Price of the above 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
BRANCHING, STOCK-FLOWERED.
We specially recommend these three varieties for borders; they
last in bloom for a long period and are excellent for cutting. Ht. 3 ft.
4414 Rosy Scarlet. 4415 Blue. 4416 White.
4417 Branching, Carters Mixed. — For cut flowers.
4418 Emperor, Carters Mixed.— Ht. 2 ft.
1 Price of the above 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15
4421 Branching.— 6 varieties separate
4423 Tall, Stock-flow&red.— 6 varieties separate
4424 Emperor.— 6 varieties separate •••
Ht. 2 ft.
2,000 seeds.
.25
... Price .50
,h Price .50
_ Price JO
LATH YR US. — See Everlasting Pea.
LAVANDULA (Lavender).— Hardy shrubby perennial. Sow is
spring, in light soil.
4435 8pica.— Fragrant.
4436 Vera.— Hardy perennial ornamental plant ; fragrant blue
flowers
„ . ’ . 1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price of the above ... 15 .25
LAVATERA (Cultivated Mallow).— Sow in spring or autumn
under glass and plant out.
4439 Arborea varieeata.— Perennial.
4440 Annual.— Red. 4441 Annual.— White.
. , . 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Price of the above ... 10 15 .25
LEPTO8IPHON.— Free-blooming hardy annuals. Sow in spring
where plants are to grow.
4444 Densiflorus albua.— White. Ht. li ft.
French Strains. Ht. 3 in.
4445 Hybrids.— Mixed.
Price of the above
4447 Aureus. 4448 Rosoufc
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
LINUM (Flax). — S ow in spring where plants are to grow. They also
make useful pot plants if kept sturdy.
No. Annuals. Ht. 1 ft.
4407 8carlet- 4468 Blue.— Bright. 4469 Whit©.— Pure.
Price of the above ... 750 seeds. 1,500^ seeds. 2.000 seeds.
Perennials.
4470 Flavum. — Golden. 4471 Narbonense. — Blue.
4472 Peronne.- Blue.
Price of the above ... l50s JJ d> * 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
4»OA8A. — Annual climber. Sow under glass in spring, pot off, and
plant out when frosts are over.
4475 Aurantlaca.
Price 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
LOBELIA. Very popular garden plants. The compact-
growing varieties are sown in winter under
glass, and transplanted into boxes for growing on to be ready
by the bedding-out season. The spreading varieties are suitable
for hanging baskets and window box edgings, whilst the true
perennial species are grown as pot plants or single specimens in
beds for summer decoration.
COMPACT GROWING.
4478 Carters Dark Compact.— Dark bloom, dark foliage, small
white eye.
4479 Carters Lig^ht Compact. — Sky-blue flowers, light foliage.
LBPT08YNE.— Hardy annual.
No.
4411 Stillman!.— Beautiful bright golden-yellow flowers, blooming
abundantly five to six weeks after sowing. Most useful lot
cutting ; very showy. Ht. li ft.
4450 Leptosyne Maritlma. — Large yellow daisy like flowers with
long stems.
Price 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
LIATRI8. — Hardy perennial.
4453 Scarlosa. — Showy border plant. Violet-pnrple. HL 8 fL
4454 8plcata.— Large violet flower spikes. Ht. 2 ft.
Price of the above ... 50 seeds. 100 s«d,. 200 seed*
ULY OP THE VALLEY. — Sow seeds In light soil In spring.
4455 Majalis. — Tuberous perennial.
t>h„ 25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
"• .10 .15 .25
UMNANTHE8.- Annual. Good honey plants; will grow anywhere.
Sow in spring.
4457 Dougrlasi, — Yellow and white. Sweet scented. Fine for
bedding.
4418 Qrandlflora.
Price of the above ... ,M “ e<ta - 800 5 ' ed »' 600 '^ <U -
LINARIA (Toad Flax).— D warf hardy annuals of easy culture. Sow
in spring. C ymbalaria is a hardy creeping perennial. Ht. 1 ft.
44H Aparinoidcs, Carters Hybrids.— This produces a very
pretty play of colour. A great addition to this charming annual.
4480 Carters White Com.— The best pure white.
4481 Carters Royal Bedding:.— Bright sky-blue, small eye.
4482 Carters Prima Donna.— The finest and best red variety.
Raised on our own farms. Rich crimson maroon.
4483 Pumila grandiflora.- Azure blue.
4484 Pumila magniflea. — Dark blue ; very compact.
4485 Tom Thumb. — The smallest of all. Blue.
Price of the above .. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
SPREADING.
4489 Carters Perpetual. — Rich purple, white eye.
4490 Carters speciosa. — A very popular variety. Dark blue, dark
foliage.
4448 Auroa reticulata.— Dark crimson scarlet with golden blotch.
4468 Bipartita splendida.— Miniature Antirrhinum-like rich
purple flowers.
4464 Cymbalaria.— Perennial. Pure white. A pretty trailing
plant for hanging baskets and greenhouse walls, &c.
Price of the above
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
4491 Carters speciosa alba. — White.
4492 Carters speciosa, Blue King. — Blue, white eye.
4493 Carters speciosa, Cobalt Blue. — Bright colour, effective.
4494 Carters speciosa, Paxtonlana. — Blue shading white.
Price of the above 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
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LOBELIA — Continued
„ TALL GROWING.
No.
4499 Ramosa (Tenuior ). — All Tenuior varieties are splendid for pot
work, attaining a height of from 1 to l£ ft. when tied up. Blue.
4500 Ramosa alba-— White.
LOVE-LIES-BLEEDING (Amaranthus). — Annual. Popular, wil
long crimson tassels.
No.
4529 Red.— Ht. 2 ft.
Pr ; r# . 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
c .10 .15 .25
LUNARIA-— See Honesty.
4501 Ramosa, Heavenly Blue. — Large flowers, bright light
blue, with gold white eye.
4502 Gracilis.— Loose growing, for hanging baskets, &c. ; blue
trailing variety.
4503 Gracilis alba. — Companion white variety; trailer.
Price of the above 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
PERENNIAL.
4507 Cardinalis, Queen Victoria.— Scarlet flowers; bronxc
foliage.
4508 Cardinalis. — One of the handsomest perennials of the day.
Bright scarlet, bronze foliage. Ht. 2 ft.
4510 Cardinalis, Robusta grandiflora.— Ht. 3 ft. Of gigantic
growth, with enormous sized brilliant scarlet flowers, giving the
grandest elTect.
4513 8yphilitica, Blue.— Good border plant, large blue flowers.
Ht. 2 ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
4609 Cardinalis hybrids. — Splendid vigorous large-flowered
strain. Colours range from pale rose through varying carmine
and scarlet shades to deepest crimson and maroon.
_. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Pnce - .10 .15 .25
L0PH08PERMUM.— Half-hardy perennial climber, with pretty
rose-coloured flowers. Sow in heat, pot off, and plant out when
frosts are over.
4522 8candcns.— Nice pot plant
500 seeds. 1.000 seeds 2,000 seeds.
Price
No. 4520 Love-in-a-Mist , Miss Jekyll.
LOVE-IN-A-MI8T.— A popular and charming annual. The variety
Miss Jekyll lends its grace to many decorative schemes ; its
distinctive beautiful shade and pretty foliage at once attract
attention in the borders.
4525 Blue.— Ht. 1 ft.
4526 Miss Jekyll. — An improved type, splendid for cut bloom.
Ht. li ft.
t 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Pnce of the above ... 10 15 25
LUPINES The annual kinds make a beautiful display • •*
" are most valuable garden plants. If the spikes
are cut away as flowers wither more will come on.
Annual Lupines in our Testing Grounds.
CARTERS ANNUAL.
Hartxvegii. Ht. 2 ft.
4532 Carters Blue. 4533 Carters Rose.
4534 Carters White. 4535 Carters Mixed.
4536 Carters Dwarf Light Blue (Nanus). — Ht. 1 ft.
4537 Carters Dwarf Dark Blue (Subcarnosus). — Ht. 1 ft.
4538 Carters Dwarf White.— Ht. 1 ft.
4539 Carters Dwarf Mixed.— Ht. 1 ft.
n • f 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seed*.
Price of the above ... jq jg 25
CARTERS PERENNIAL.
Polyphyllus. — Ht. 3 ft.
4543 Carters Blue. 4544 Carters Rose.
4545 Carters White. 4546 Carters Mixed.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seed*.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
CARTERS PERENNIAL TREE.
4550 Carters Yellow (Arboreus). — Ht. 4 ft.
4551 Carters White (Snow Queen).— Ht. 4 ft.
„ . . .. . 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seed*.
Price of the above ... 10 15 25
LYCHNIS.— Brilliant hardy perennials. Sow in spring and tram*-
plant as soon as large enough.
4554 Chalcedonica.— Bright scarlet. Ht. 3 ft.
4555 Chalcedonica alba.— Pure white.
4557 Haageana Hybrids.— All colours mixed. Ht. 1 ft.
4558 Viscaria 8plendens, fl. pi.— Deep red flowers. A good
border plant.
Price of the above .. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
LVTHRUMi — Hardy perennial; showy for borders and moist
situations.
No.
4560 Rosea superbum. — Long spikes of bright rose-coloured
flowers. Ht. 4 ft.
PHpp 1.000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
■ 10 .15 .25
MAGNOLIA. — Evergreen hardy tree. Sow seeds in spring or autumn
in cool frame or greenhouse, in some light sandy soil.
4631 Grandiflora. —Magnificent, sweet-scented.
Pr : r « 20 seeds. 40 seeds. 80 seeds.
rnce ~ 10 15 .25
MARIGOLD, FRENCH.
' be sown in spring and
thinned out where expected to bloom ; they may also be sown
in March in boxes or pots under glass, then transplanted into
other boxes, 3 in. apart, to make sturdy stuff for planting out
in June or earlier. Marigolds are profuse bloomers, particularly
so if all dead flowers are cut off.
Nos. 4596 8> 4597 Carters Pink Domino and White Lady Mallows.
MALLOW. — Hardy annual. This fine tall-growing plant is covered
with bloom during the entire summer. Extremely useful for
cutting. Ht. 3 ft.
4596 Carters Pink Domino. — An elegant table ornament. Bright
rose.
4597 Carters White Lady.— Pure in colour.
4598 Malope errand iflora.— Crimson. Ht. 2 to 3 ft.
4599 Malope grandiflora.— White.
4600 Malope grandiflora.— Rose.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
No. 4566 Carters Compact Striped Marigold.
No.
4566 Carters Compact Striped.— Beautiful large double blossom,
dwarf variety. Continues blooming until the end of summer.
Ht. about 1 ft.
4567 Carters Gold Edged. — A beautiful annual of compact but
vigorous habit. Flowers a velvety maroon, with gold edge.
Very constant, and owing to its deep root is able to withstand
drought. Makes a handsome edging plant. Ht. 1 ft.
_ , 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1 ,000 seeds
Price of the above . . .10 .15 .25
DWARF SINGLE-FLOWERED VARIETIES.
The following kinds are extremely beautiful in the mixed
border, whether singly or in clumps. Habit dwarf or bushy and
covered with continuous bloom. First-class annuals. Ht. 1 ft.
4570 Silver King:. — Lemon and chocolate.
4571 Legion of Honour. — Dark gold and maroon.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
DWARF DOUBLE-FLOWERED VARIETIES.
MARGUERITES. — Annual Chrysanthemums.
4619 Annual. — Choice mixed.
Pr : rp 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
rnCe - .10 .15 .25
4574 Butterfly.— A taller growing double variety, brilliantly marked
and striped. Ht. l£ ft.
4575 Dwarf Golden. — Fine dwarf bedding variety. Ht. 1 ft.
4576 Dwarf Orange.— Selected colour; excellent. Ht. 1 ft
MARIGOLD, AFRICAN. From their bold appear-
ance and enormous
globular flowers these showy annuals are specially effective in
large mixed borders. Sow at the end of winter under glass, and
transplant in April and May.
4578 Mixed, Carters Dwarf Varieties.— Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds
.10 .15 .25
LARGE-FLOWERED.
4589 Carters Giant Show Lemon.— Superior strains for exhibi-
tion. Enormous blossom. Ht. 1 ft.
4590 Carters Giant Show Orange.— Superior strains for exhi-
bition. Fine habit; grand flower. Ht. 1 ft.
4593 Mixed, Carters Varieties — Carefully selected. Ht. 2 ft.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
TALL DOUBLE-FLOWERED VARIETIES.
4584 Tall Orange.— Nice variety for cutting. Ht. l£ ft.
4585 Tall Large-flowering.— Double striped. Ht. l£ ft
4586 Mixed, Carters Tall Varieties.— An effective and welcome
ornament to the mixed border, shrubberies. &c. Ht. l£ ft.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 ^eed
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MARVEL OF PERU ( Mirabilis jalapas ).— Sow In heat early In
the year, prick off into boxes, place in cold frame, and plant out
in June. Throughout the day the plants are not very showy,
but towards evening hundreds of flowers open on each bush-
like plant, emitting a most distinctive and refreshing fragrance.
No.
4625 Mixed, Carters Choicest.— Bright colours. Ht. 2 ft.
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Hardy annual, of easy
culture. Sow in spring.
Price
MATHIOLA (Night-
scented Stock).
4603 Bicornis.— This should be in every garden, as it possesses
a most delicious odour, especially toward evening, when it
sends forth a delightful perfume, permeating the whole of the
surrounding atmosphere with its beautiful fragrance. Ht. 1 ft.
1,250 seeds. 2,500 seeds. 5,000 seeds.
Price
.10
.15
.25
See page 86 for Carters White Clover Perfume.
MAURANDYA.— Graceful half-hardy annual climber for the flower
garden or conservatory. Sow in February, in heat, and pot off.
4628 Barclayana.- Purple ; free bloomer.
„ . 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Pnce ■ ' .10 .15 .25
MECONOPSIS (Welsh Poppy). — Quite hardy. Sow in spring, and
plant out in moist soil.
4634 Cambrica.- Annual. Targe flower ; golden yellow. Ht. 2 ft.
„ . 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Pnce "• .10 .15 .25
MEDEOLA (Smilax).— Half-hardy perennials. The long graceful
stems of these beautiful climbers make them of great service in
house decorations.
4840 Asparagoides myrtifolia-— The new Smilax. for light
effect. This beautiful myrtle-leaved greenhouse twiner is a very
rapid grower, and produces sprays with the greatest freedom.
The foliage is very hard and will last fresh many days after
being cut.
_ . 10 seeds. 20 seeds.
Pr,ce - .10 .15
4641 Asparagroides.— For table decoration.
100 seeds. 200 seeds.
Pnce - .10 .15
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM. — Annual. Sow in spring, in pans of
very light sandy soil, and prick off.
4644 Cordifolium variegatum. — For carpet bedding.
4645 Tricolor.— Rose variety. Tovely for edging.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
40 seeds.
.25
400 seeds.
.25
Price of the above
.10
.15
.25
MICHAELMAS DAISIES. — Perennial. Well-known autumn
flowers. The plants throw a wonderful quantity of bloom.
They are quite hardy and of easy culture. Should be grown by
all. Splendid for cutting.
4651 Carters Mixture. — In choicest varieties. Ht. 2 ft.
n . a 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price - .10 .15 .25
MIGNONETTE.
No.
4660 Carters Perfection.— A giant red-flowered variety with a
delicious scent. This fine strain is a very great improvement,
and owing to its robust habit the seedlings require plenty of
room, when they will make bushy plants resembling Interme-
diate Stocks. The spikes of bloom are larger than any other
variety, and the habit much less straggling. If the seed-pods
are kept pinched off, the beauty of the plant will extend over a
long period, and with care in this respect will continue until cut
down by frost.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1 .000 seeds.
Price
.10
4861 Carters White Queen.— A distinct and beautiful variety,
producing large spikes of white bloom, exquisitely scented.
Ht. li ft.
4662 Golden Queen. — Fora long time the leading yellow variety.
More branching in habit than Golden Gem.
4663 Carters Red King:.— The finest and richest red; a great
improvement on the crimson Victoria variety. Deliciously
scented. Ht. li ft.
4664 Machet.— An excellent variety for pot work; strong, denaa
blooms, glossy green foliage.
Price of the above
250 seeds.
.10
500 seeds.
.15
1,000 seeds.
.25
4665 Carters Victoria.— Produces a fine, shapely spike of bloom
Excellent colour. Highly scented.
4666 Crimson Giant.— Fine hardy variety of the greatest use for
general purposes. Ht. 1 ft.
4667 Carters Garden Sweet.— This is a selected stock of the
original Mignonette of gardens. Delicious odour.
4668 Carters Spiral.— First-class free-blooming variety, with
long slender spikes. Makes a good exhibit. Ht. 1 ft.
4669 Goliath.— Magnificent blossoms. Richly scented.
4670 Golden Gem. — The finest dwarf golden varieties. Ht. 61ft.
4671 Hybrid Tree.— Hardy variety for pots or borders.
4672 Carters Mixed. — All varieties.
Price of the above
1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
See page 86 for Carters Mignonette Perfume.
MIMOSA.— See Sensitive Plant.
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MIMULUS Half-hardy annual. To those who know only
" the original kind, the present magnificent
specimens will come as a delightful surprise, the blossoms
being of grand size and richly coloured. Besides being of
service in beds and borders, they make nice pot plants. Sow
in early spring, in pans under glass, and prick off into boxes,
and plant out when hardened. For pot work, the seedlings
should be pricked out, and potted off in good light compost, and
kept in warm frame.
No.
4606 Carters Queen’s Prize. — Mixed. Magnificent. This lovely
large-flowered variety originated at our Nurseries, and we were
awarded the First-class Certificate of the Royal Horticultural
Society for our efforts.
4607 Garden. — Mixed. Select stock.
4608 Cardinalis. — Brilliant scarlet annual for conservatory.
4609 Cuprous. —Brilliant deep scarlet. For edging fountains,
rockeries, &c. Ht. 6 in.
4610 Tigrridioides. — For pots or rockeries.
4612 Moschatus or Yellow Musk. — Half-hardy perennial.
Fragrant variety. May be grown in pots, or planted out in beds
and borders. Sow in spring under glass.
Price of the above ... seeds. 2,500 seeds. 5,000 seeds.
MINA.— Half-hardy annual climbers. Sow in pots in heat, in
spring, and transplant.
4648 Lobata.— Red and yellow. Ht. 6 ft.
p r : r o 10 seeds. 20 seeds. 40 seeds.
ICe *” .10 .15 .25
MIXTURE OF FLOWER 8EEDS.— See page 87.
MONKEY FLOWER See Mimulus.
MORNING BRIDE. — See Scabious.
MORNING GLORY. — See Convolvulus.
MUSK.— See Mimulus.
MYOSOTI8. — See Forget-me-Not.
MYRTLE (Myrtus).— E vergreen shrub. Sow in spring under glass,
4654 Communis- Whitt fragrant.
Prir( . 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds,
incc ... , 0 J5 25
NASTURTIUM. Nasturtiums, both climbing and
dwarf, are of the easiest culture, and
anyone desirous of having a display of the most brilliant flowers,
without any trouble beyond sowing the seed, should select this
delightful family, as they will give off their best efforts through
the brightest of the summer, merely needing the seed-balls
picked off. If these are permitted to mature, the beauty of the
plant is soon lost.
DWARF NASTURTIUM.
This beautiful annual originated at our Essex seed farms. These
make the most beautiful bedding and border plants, and if sown at
intervals from March to June the display of bloom will last until cut
down by frost.
No. Golden Foliage.
4692 Carters Golden Queen.— Rich golden-hued foliage. Very
compact ; flowers bright yellow. A very effective variety.
4693 Carters Cloth of Gold. — Yellow foliage ; scarlet flower.
Bright and effective.
Dark Blue-green Foliage.
4696 Carters Empress of India. — This has been justly described
as a sensational variety. Foliage dark bluish green, with flowers
of an intense crimson scarlet. Raised at our seed farms, and
awarded the First Class Certificate of the Royal Horticultural
Society
4697 Carters Scarlet King;.— Fine dark foliage ; brilliant scarlet
flowers, well thrown up above the leaves.
4698 Carters Vesuvius. — Dark leaved, with salmon-pink flowers,
with dark spot on base of upper petals.
4699 Carters Dark Leaved Varieties, Mixed.
Green Foliage.
4702 Carters Lilliput. — An extra dwarf, floriferous variety. All
colours mixed.
4703 Tom Thumb Crimson. — Dense maroon crimson.
4704 Tom Thumb Crystal Palace Gem.— Pale sulphur, with
a carmine spot.
4705 Tom Thumb Pearl. — Light cream, nearly white.
4706 Tom Thumb Rose. — Rose colour, with a bluish tint.
4707 Tom Thumb Scarlet. — The freest bloomer of all this section.
4708 Tom Thumb Spotted. — Dark orange, with chocolate spot.
4709 Tom Thumb Yellow. — Fine, clear, yellow. Good bedder.
4710 Carters Dwarf Mixed (Tom Thumb) —All the best colours.
Green Shaded Foliage.
4713 Chameleon. — Flamed, and beautifully marked.
4714 Golden King:. — Beautiful rich, dark gold colour.
4715 King: Theodore. — Intensely dark crimson or chocolate.
4716 Ladybird. — Golden colour, with scarlet spot.
4717 Ruby King;. — Ruby rose, novelty in colour.
4718 Spotted King;. — Rich golden yellow, with crimson spot.
4719 Terra Cotta. — A rich salmon-brown flower; nice habit
Bright green foliage.
4723 Mixed.
Price of the above . . i oz. J oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .25 .60 2.00
CLIMBING NASTURTIUMS AND TROP/EOLUMS.
The Climbing Nasturtium has long been a popular annual
flowering plant, as when once the seed is sown !; reauires no further
attention It is invaluable for covering unsightly r'oo.s, as when the
position does not admit of its climbing, it is equadv ar home as a
creeper. The seed must not be sown until all chances or frost are over.
4730 Crimson.— A very attractive colour.
4731 8carlet. — Dazzling brightness.
4732 Spotted. — Golden, with dark spot.
4733 Yellow.— Rich and shining.
4735 Carters Choice Mixed.— All shades.
Ordinary.
4739 Dark Varieties. 4740 Lig;ht Varieties.
4741 Mixed Tall.— All shades.
4744 Defiance.— A new variety Deep crimson-scarlet ; leaves blue
green.
4745 Brilliant. — Crimson-ncarlet.
4746 Ivy-leaved. — Effective scarlet flowers.
Nice Climbers out of doors in Summer, or in the
Conservatory during Winter.
4751 Tropaoolum Fireball.— Scarlet.
4752 Tropaeolum Lobbianum, Mixed.
Price of the above . . i oz. $ oz. 1 oz. i lb. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .25 .60 2.00
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Mr|yirC|A Half-hardy annual. Nearly related to the
B ** Linaria. Free blooming dwarf bushes for pot
culture and open borders. Sow in spring under glass, and
transplant; or sow out of doors in May, in patches, where they
are intended to flower.
4678 Carters Large-flowered Mixed.— Is the finest strain of this
most popular flower yet introduced, both for size and massive
build of the individual flowers, also for the richness and variety
of colours. Ht. 1 ft.
No.
4677 Strumosa grandlflora. — Spotted.
4681 Nana compacta grandlflora. Orange Prince. —
Gained an Award of Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
Ht. 6 to 8 in.
4679 Blue Gem. — Although rather small flowered, one of the best
blue annuals for bedding.
4682 White Gem. — An excellent companion to above.
Price of tho above .. 250 »“ ds - 500 IWf^ds.
NFMOPHILA Hardiest of annuals, and of the easiest
■■ 1 culture. Makes a very effective front
row to a bed or border, and should be sown out of doors in
spring, in patches, where they are to flower.
4684 Holborn Blue-bell. — Ultramarine, white throat. Ht. 6 in.
4685 Atrocaerulea. — Bright blue, with minute spots. Ht. 6 in.
4687 Inslgnls. — Blue. A popular hardy annual for pots or borders.
d 750 seeds. 1,500 seeds. 3,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. jq j«j 25
No. 4755 Nicotiana affxnia.
NICOTIANA (Tobacco).— Stately ha' f-hardy r-erennlaL
Grown as foliage plants for sub-tropical
garden. Sow in pans, in heat, prick off into boxes, harden off.
and plant out when frosts are gone.
4755 Affinis. — The beautiful white species, deliciously scented in the
evening. Ht. 2 ft.
4756 Affinis hybrida.— It is one of the most valuable introductions,
and can be recommended to all. Finest mixture of all colours,
as white, rose, pink, red, crimson, violet, light blue, dark
violet. &c.
4757 8 ylvestris. — White blossoms, drooping in bunches like
Fuchsia fulgens. Ht. 3 ft.
4758 Colossae. — Magnificent deep green foliage. Ht. 6 ft.
4759 Atropurpurca. — Dark midrib to leaves. Ht. 6 ft.
4760 Havana-— Delicate foliage. Ht. 3 ft.
4761 Macrophylla- — Grand foliage; makes a bold specimen
Ht. 6 ft.
4762 Virginian. — Popular variety ; for general use. Ht. 6 ft.
4763 8 andcra 2 . — Dark pink flowers. Ht. 3 ft.
4765 Carters Mixed Varieties.— Tobacco.
2,000 seeds. 4.000 sredh.
Price of the above ...
1,000 seeds.
.10
.15
25
NIEREMBERGIA-— Half-hardy perennial. For hanging baskets
Sow in spring, and pot off
4772 Gracilis. — Delicate silver lavender, like miniature Petunias,
p • 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
rrice " .10 .15 .25
NIGELLA. — See Love-in-a-Mist.
NIGHT-SCENTED STOCK. — See Mathiola.
NIGHTSHADE. — See Solanum.
OENOTHERA. — .See Evening Primrose.
ORNAMENTAL GOURDS.— See Gourds.
ORNAMENTAL GRASSES. — .See Grasses.
PAEONIA (Paeony). — Hardy tuberous perennials. Sow in autumn,
in pots or pans of sandy soil in cold frame, and plant out in
spring.
4788 Carters Choice Mixed. — Saved from the best varieties.
D _* 10 seeds. 20 seeds. 40 seeds.
lnce •• .15 .25 .45
PAMPAS GRASS .— See Grasses.
DAILIQY * s now more than half a century since the lets
■ " * Mr. James Carter took this plant in hand with m
view to its improvement in size and range of colourings, and one
of our earliest successes was Jet Black ( see No. 48061. We also
introduced the Peacock (see No. 4792). Both are still amongst
the best in cultivation. Pansies will succeed in any soil that is
not too hot and dry. and if a special compost is made for them it
should consist of one-third rich loam, one-third leaf mould, and
one-third well-decayed dung. In early spring the seed should
be sown in frames or in boxes for summer and autumn blooming,
and later on sowings may be made about July out of doors in a
partially shaded place, transplanting in October or November
into where they are intended to flower the following season.
The final position should be an open one. and the plants not
less than 6 in. apart. There should be no check in their progress
either by cold winds, very hard frosts, or long droughts. Nor
should they be watered during the hottest months with very
cold water. We have classed each type so that Pansy lovers
have an opportunity of securing a large and varied choice, all
representing the very best strains in cultivation.
4791 Carters Giant Curled.— Large flowers of striking form and
immense fullness, giving them the appearance of being some-
what double. They are variously coloured in all the richest
shades, markings, and lacings. Quite a new class of the
greatest beauty.
4792 Carters Peacock.— The only variety possessing the true
peacock blue colours. Introduced by our House.
4793 Carters Fancy Striped.— Elegantly striped, splashed, and
mottled, a very curious combination of colours that cannot fail
to elicit astonishment. The flowers are large and freely pro-
duced. and the habit of the plant dwarf and compact.
4794 Silver Edged.— Deep maroon, with pure white margin; very
effective and profuse bloomer, but not so large in size as Cartera
International Prize.
125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price of the above jg 25 .45 ,75
70
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
PANSY — Continued.
No.
4795 Carters Prize Show. — The largest blotched and richly
belted types. Very fine for exhibition or cultivation in pots.
4796 Lord Beacon afield. — A lovely Pansy, the lower petals being
a rich dark velvet blue, and the upper ones a silvery blue.
PANSY — Continued.
The folloxving selection includes all the largest of the self-
coloured varieties, and have been selected by us as the most
meritorious and desirable varieties for bedding in separate
colours. No effort is spared to keep these self-colours uP to the
highest state of perfection.
4797 President Carnot. — One of the prettiest grown. All blue
flower with a wide belt of white round the outer edges. Very
effective in beds and borders.
4805 Carters Blue.— True blue; distinct shade ; very large.
4806 Carters Jet Black. — The first and best ; rich velvet texture.
4807 Carters Pure White.— A lovely flower, without eye; very
pure.
4808 Carters Rich Yellow.— Bright, rich and pure; a very
effective shade.
4809 Carters Rich Purple.— Large and showy ; bold massive
flowers ; very fine.
4811 Mixed Pansy.— Ordinary ; very free flowering.
125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25 .45
Price of the above...
PAPAVER.— See Poppy.
PEA, EVERLASTING. — See Everlasting Pea.
PEA, SWEET. — See .Sweet Peas.
PELARGONIUM. — See Geranium.
PFNT^TrMHN Hardy herbaceous plants. Brilliant
■ 1 w " flowers, somewhat like Foxglove,
mostly with white throats. Continual bloomers. Make a fine
border flower. Average lit. 2 to 3 ft. Sow seeds in a pan of
light soil in early spring, and transplant. All with the
exception of Murrayanus will bloom in the first year from seed.
4798 Carters International Prize.— A superb mixture of the
largest and best types in every class. Will produce enormous
blooms in all the richest colourings and markings. As the name
suggests, it is the best of all English and Continental strains,
grown under our personal supervision, and acclimatised in this
country.
4799 Fairy Queen.— Rich lavender blue, edged with white. Very
effective and profuse bloomer, but not so large in size as Carters
International Prize.
4800 Brilliant Bedding:.— A rather dwarf strain of neat habit.
The blooms are of large size in the brightest and most telling
shades, no dull coloured types being present.
, .. . 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Price of the above... , 5 , 25 45 7S
4817 Carters Annual Flowering: Mixed.— Saved from a prize
collection, which includes all the best colours. Some of the
blooms may be expected to measure quite 2 in. across.
4818 Gentianioidcs Dwarf, Choice Mixed. — Useful for
borders. Ht. l£ ft.
4819 Gloxinioidcs.— All shades mixed.
4821 Murrayanus. — Unique species; amber -scarlet tubes.
Perennial.
4822 Perennial Mixed.
4823 Barbatus Torreyii.— Tall robust variety, very showy;
brilliant scarlet. Ht. 3 ft.
Price of the above ... seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seed*
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-iob CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON, MASS.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
71
PERILLA. — Ornamental foliaged hardy annual. Raise seedlings in
heat, prick off into boxes, harden off. and plant out in June.
No.
5094 Compact Curled.— Rich colour; dark purple foliage.
Ht. 1 ft.
5095 Nankinensis.— Metallic purple-bronze leaves. Ht. l£ ft.
Price ol the above ... 750 seeds. 1.500 seeds. 3.000 seeds.
PETU |\| I A Carters grand strains of Petunia, as frequently
" exhibited at the Royal Horticultural Society
Shows, and awarded, in conjunction with Carters other Improved
Flowers, highest awards. Carters Emperor Petunias formed
part of our Gold Medal Exhibit at the Royal Horticultural
Society’s Chelsea Gardens Exhibition, 1913. Queen of Roses
and White Pearl have also been greatly admired in our similar
exhibits. The Society's Large Silver Cup was awarded to our
display of 1914, aud the Large Silver-Gilt Cup to our 1915 exhibit.
4834 Carters Empress.— For conservatory or bedding. We have
been many years perfecting this magnificent type, which
originated from our Emperor strain, which now embraces many
delicate shades of colour, in pink, rose, and carmine. The
elegant pencilling in the throat is the feature of this fine
introduction. Robust and compact, valuable for bedding.
Blooms 6 in. across.
4835 Queen of Roses.— Rich cerise; very chaste, quite a feature
of our summer exhibits.
4836 Purple Prince.— Rich velvety, with scalloped edge.
4837 Crimson King:.— Very showy ; rich.
4838 Clematis Blue*— Rare shades of light and dark blue.
4839 Carters Emperor Strain.— Single, for conservatory or
bedding. A great improvement upon the old-fashioned Petunia.
Flowers twice as large, and containing every range of colour
found in Petunias. A bed of these is an object of great beauty
during summer, and they are equally effective as pot plants.
4840 White Pearl. — Very pure and fragrant; free blooming. Will
also be remembered in our many floral exhibits.
4841 Green Bordered. — Curious combination of purple and green.
4842 Laced and Fringred.— Very pretty, deep fringed edges.
4843 Striped.— Effective and showy.
4844 Carters Splendid Double Petunia.— A superb mixture,
producing from 25 to 40 per cent, of double flowers.
D - ^ , .. 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
Price of the above ... 25 .45 .75
BEDDING VARIETIES. PRODUCING FLOWERS IN
GREAT PROFUSION.
4851 Carters Marbled.— The largest blossoms are of great beauty ;
in four colours, beautifully blended.
D _ 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
Fnce - .25 .45 .75
4852 Carters Holborn Star.— A new and attractive bedding
Petunia of the character of Inimitable, with stars on a
background of richest purple crimson. Compact and floriferous.
4853 Countess of Ellesmere. — Rose with white throat.
4854 Compacta grandiflora.— A mixture of delicate shades.
4855 Morning: Star.— Carmine rose with white star.
4856 Crimson. 4858 Striped.
4857 Dark Violet. 4859 White.
4863 Mixed ordinary varieties.
_ . , .. . 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds.
Price of the above ... jq j 5 25
PHACELIA. — Hardy annual. Sow in spring in open air and
transplant.
5104 Campanularia. — Ultramarine blue. A most showy deep blue
flower, beautiful for beds and edgings. Ht. 1 ft.
Pr5r _ 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
rrice .10 .15 .25
PHEASANT EYE.— See Flos Adonis.
PHLOX D|^IJ |y| IVIONDIa The great advance
recently made m both
the size and colourings of this popular annual should ensure
its again becoming a favourite for growth in beds and borders.
It makes a most effective edging if the growths of the taller
types are kept pegged 'down. Another point of importance in
the culture of this pretty flower is the fact that it does not like
being watered with cold pipe water, especially overhead; it
spoils the foliage and ruins the truss. This section may be
expected to reach the height of 1 ft.
CARTERS ANNUAL LARGE FLOWERED.
4936 Carmine. — Bright and effective. 4939 Rose.
4937 Pink. — Soft and delicate. 4940 Scarlet.
4938 Marbled. — A curious combination. 4941 White.
4942 Yellow. — The nearest approach.
4943 Rose, White Eye. 4944 White, Dark Eye.
4945 Purple, White Eye. 4946 Scarlet, White Eye.
4947 Carters Choicest Mixed.
4950 Collection of 6 Colours. — Separate . . . . Price, .50
Price of the above, except) 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds,
where otherwise stated. 1 .10 .15 .25
CARTERS DWARF LARGE FLOWERED.
The plants are of compact and dwarf habit, forming masses of
flowers from 9 in. to 1 ft. across. Most suitable for edging and borders.
Ht. 6 in. except where otherwise stated.
4956 Carters Blue, White Eye. 4957 Carters Crimson.
4958 Carters Deep Purple. 4959 Carters Pink.
4960 Carters Carmine. 4961 Carters Pure White.
4963 Carters Dwarf Choice Mixed. — A splendid mixture of all
shades.
4964 Collection of 6 Colours. — Separate Price, .75
4965 Star Varieties, with White Margin. — Long points in star
form. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above, except ) 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds,
where otherwise noted, j .15 .25 .45
PHLOX DECUSSATA.
4977 Mixed. — Hardy perennial. All best varieties. Ht. 2 to 3 ft.
Price .. .. 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
.15 .25 .45
72
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS .
PHYSALIS (Winter Cherry).— Sow Edulis in pots in warm house,
pot off, and grow against wall in cool house. Francheti may be
sown out of doors in spring.
No.
5111 Edulis (Cape Gooseberry ). — Pots or borders.
5112 Francheti ( Chinese Lantern Plant ). — First class for decora-
tive purposes.
Price of the above ... 500 s ^ ds - 1,000 seeds. 2.000seeds.
PHYSOSTEGIA.— A beautiful summer flowering border plant, good
for cutting. Ht. 3 ft.
5098 Virginica Pink.
Price of the above ...
5099 Virginica alba.
250 seeds. * 500 seeds. 1,000 seed9.
.10 .15 .25
PICOTEE. — See Carnation.
PINKS.
CARTERS CHOICE DOUBLE GARDEN.
4983 Choicest Double Garden and Show Varieties. —
Beautifully fringed, saved from the finest collection of Pinks in
cultivation. Profuse bloomers and lasting. Most valuable for
cutting.
No.
5065 Carters Dark 8hades>— A remarkable range of deep rich
colours; rich crimson, deep purple, rosy lilacs, and scarlet
shades in endless variety.
5070 Munstead Strain. — We have been honoured with the dis-
tribution of the re-selected of Miss Jekyll’s famous strain of
Munstead Polyanthus Primrose. Every possible shade of white,
cream, yellow, and orange is represented in this large-flowering
race, and such a variety is shown that it is a difficult matter to
find two plants of the same shade. We strongly recommend this
Munstead Strain for bedding purposes, and they are even more
suited for growing in woodland walks and other such shady
positions. The raiser has made such strides with this strain
within the last few years that quite a number of distinct and
new colours especially among the orange shades, are now
represented.
Pr : p „ 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
ce - .25 .45 .75
5071 Blue Shades.— A very wide range of shades is contained in
this mixture, from pale lavender through all gradations of clear
and deep blue to rich royal blue.
20 seeds. 40 seeds. 80 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
4984 Mrs. 8inkins. — Double white. Sweetly scented,
are very robust and free flowering.
20 seeds. 40 seeds. 80 seeds.
.15 .25 .45
Price
Price
Seedlings
POLYANTHUS PRIMROSE. The strains
, onered rep-
resent the highest state of perfection to be attained in each
section. There is no other flower which produces such a chaste,
brilliant,, and enduring effect during the early spring months!
either singly or in masses in beds, about the same time as the
Hyacinths and Tulips. Sow in spring or summer, in prepared
seed bed, and transplant when large enough.
5066 Carters Golden and White.— A wide range of cream,
white, and yellow shades.
5067 Carters Pure White.— A good true white type; very
effective for bedding.
5068 Carters Dark Crimson.— This clear self deep-coloured
selection is splendid for spring bedding where a well-defined
deep crimson groundwork is required. It is very effective with
the paler shades in Early Flowering and Darwin Tullips.
5069 Gold Edged.— The flowers in this strain are smaller and more
regular in outline than the varieties offered above. The in-
dividual blooms are edged and laced with gold.
Price 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
■ 15 .25 .45
5075 Carters All Colours Mixed. — This well-selected strain is
of very hardy constitution, but the plants do not exhibit the
wide range of colour found in the more choice strains.
Price of the above, except \ 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds,
where otherwise noted. ) .15 .25 .45
See page 86 for Carters Honeysuckle Perfume.
CARTERS GARDEN PRIMROSE.
The Primrose is one of those plants that resent too mu 'h
coddling, and sometimes when great care is taken they refuse
to grow. The simplest plan is to sow them in a partially shaded
place, from May to July. Just scratch the seed in with a rake
and firm the surface, under the influence of genial showers they
will soon come up. The Blue Primrose may be sown in borders at
the same season.
5082 Blue.— To obtain the best results seedlings should be raised
each year, sowing in March, as the blue is more intense the first
season than in subsequent years.
75 seeds. 150 seeds. 300 seeds.
,,ce - .25 .45 .75
5083 Yellow.— The lovely Old English Primrose of the woods.
5085 Carters Choice Mixed. — Contains every obtainable colour
New shades are constantly occurring as the result of our con-
tinuous hybridisation.
Price of the above ... 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
.15 .25 .45
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CAREERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
DQPPY These showy hardy flowers continue to absorb
" the attention of the greatest number of amateur
gardeners, and deserve the position from their varied and
intrinsic beauty. .Sow thinly in patches, rows, or beds in spring
where the plants are intended to bloom during early summer.
The show may be extended if the seed pods are kept cut off.
When used as cut flowers they should be picked early in the
morning before opening out.
SINGLE ANNUAL VARIETIES.
4869 Carters Shirley Poppy ISilk or Ghost Poppy ).— This lovely-
garden annual Poppy has probably received its various names
from its delicate texture and almost shadowy forms. The
shades of colour art endless, and wc offer a strain of unusual
beauty, which has been rigidly selected from the stock of the
original nominator, the Rev W. Wilks. Secretary to the Royal
Horticultural Society. It makes a delightful border plant, and
is fine for sowing at the sides of grassy walks or along paths
where Nature's growths give a wilderness-like effect to the
surroundings.
Shirley Poppy, Raynes Park
Hybrids.— A unique strain of very
robust habit, which contains a large
number of new shades. An outstanding feature is the wide
range of smoke, blue, and slate variations, which are quite new
among Shirley Poppies.
4870
NOVELTY
□
487*2 Tulip (Glaucum ). — A bijou variety.
4873 Victoria Cross.— A variety of remarkable beauty : scarlet
with broad white cross.
1.250 seeds. 2.500 seeds. 5,000 seeds. 10.000 seeds.
Price of the above... 10 15 .25 .45
DOUBLE ANNUAL VARIETIES.
PAEONY-FLOWERED GIANT.
No.
4880 Rich Scarlet. 4883 Pink.
4881 Bright Lilac. 4884 White, striped 8carlet.
4887 Carters Choice Mixed.
Munstead Cream Pink. — A lovely
double form selected by Miss Jekyll. The
variety requires no better recommenda-
tion than the high opinion of this eminent horticulturist. Hi. 3 ft.
4889 Carters Picotee. — A worthy companion to the Shirley.
Mostly semi-double, of brilliant markings and variegations.
4882 Pure White.
4888
NOVELTY.
CARTERS NEW FEATHERED.
Each blossom gives the appearance of a ball of finely cut
feathers. Ht. 2 ft.
4893 White. 4894 Light Rose. 4895 Salmon Rose.
Price of the above... 1 *250 seeds. 2.500 seeds. 5.000 seeds. 10.000 seeds.
4900 Double Carnation. — A very beautiful type. Rich pink.
4901 Double Carnation.— Mixed.
4902 Carters Scarlet Cardinal. — A magnificent Poppy, the
petals being dense and delicately cut. Rich scarlet.
4903 Carters Rose Cardinal. — A lovely rose shade, elegantly
fringed.
4907 Double Mixed. — A bed of these makes a grand display.
4909 French ( Papaver Rhces, fi. pi .). — Known as the Ranunculus
Poppy. Ht. lj ft.
4911 Mikado.— Double scarlet, with white edgings. Ht. 1$ ft.
4912 White Swan. — Double. Pure white. Delicately cut and
fringed.
4913 Carters Superb Annual.— This mixture never fails to
attract attention in our trial grounds, and contains every form
and colour found in Annual Poppies.
Price of the above... 1,250 seeds - 2.500 seeds. 5.000 seeds. 10.000 seeds
.10 ,15 .25 .45
PERENNIAL.
4919 Iceland, Carters Choice Mixed.— The merits of this
species are great; of easy growth, adapted for pot or garden
work, first class as cut flowers, and neat in appearance. Sow in
patches where plants are to bloom, or in prepared seed bed, and
transplant. They make good rockery plants. A superb mixture
of all colours. Ht. I ft.
4920 Iceland, Golden.— Pale golden.
4921 Iceland, Orange.— Terra-cotta.
4923 Iceland, White.— Pure white.
4926 Oriental, Scarlet ( Papaver orientate ). — This is the gorgeous
Perennial Poppy of the carriage drive and shrubbery; scarlet and
black. Ht. 2 ft.
4927 Oriental Princess Victoria Louise. — Delicate salmon-coloured
flowers. Ht. 3 ft.
4928 Oriental, Mixed. — Different colour.
_ . ... 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price of the above ... 15
POPPY MALLOW.— See Callirhoe.
4.000 seeds.
25
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lands , post free.
POTENTILLA (Cinquefoil). — Hardy herbaceous perennial*.
Average ht. 1 ft. Sow in prepared seed-bed, and transplant.
5118 Double Varieties. 5119 Single Varieties.
o • ~ 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Price of the above... jg 2 s
POT MARIGOLD. — See Calendula.
PRICKLY POPPY. — See Argemone.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS. Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG.. BOSTON. MASS.
74
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
PORTULACA.
_ — Half-hardy annuals. Both the double
and single are specially adapted for rock-
work and covering the groundwork of large beds. These plant*
delight in a sunny aspect, and are extremely useful for edging
purposes* Sow seed in a warm border about the end of April,
or in pans or boxes in spring, in warm frame, prick off and
plant out when the frosts are over. Ht. 6 in.
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED SINGLE.
No.
5960 White. 5962 Golden. 5964 Rose.
5961 Striped. 5963 Scarlet. 5965 Yellow.
4829 Carters Largo-flowered Single Mixed.
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED DOUBLE.
5966 White. 5968 Golden. 5971 Rose.
5967 8tripcd. 5970 Scarlet. 5972 Yellow.
4831 Carters Large-flowered Double Mixed.
1.250 seeds. 2,500 seeds. 5,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
PRIMULA. Sow in pans of finely-sifted soil in spring, and
pot off singly into thumb pots when large
enough to handle. They require to be raised in heat and kept
growing in cool house or frame through the summer. A cool
bottom for pots to stand on is essential. Use a compost of leaf
mould and rich fibrous loam when shifting into larger pots.
5004 Carters Princess May. —A dainty pink colour, with
enormous blooms of great substance, fine truss, and a robust
grower. Princess May, Carters Coral, and King Edward are
the three finest Primulas grown
PRIMULA — Continued.
No.
5005 Carters Giant Coral. — This Giant Primula is the result of a
cross between Princess May and Holborti Salmon. The trusses
of rich coral red flowers of immense substance and size, with a
beautiful light green eye, together with a strong habit and
dark green foliage, make it a very valuable addition to our Giant
Primulas.
5006 Carters Holborn Crested. — A very distinct and beautiful
Primula of the Giant section. The large pink flowers, beauti-
fully fringed, carried on a fine truss thrown up well from the
vigorous green crested foliage, make it unique among Primulas.
5009 Carters Salmon. — Immense size and lovely colour.
5011 Carters Crimson.— Excellent habit and brilliant colour.
5012 Carters Blue.— The First Class Certificate of the Royal
Horticultural Society was granted to our House for this grand
break.
5014 The Duchess. — White with zone of rosy carmine.
Greatly reduced Photograph — Blooms 3 in. across.
5016 Carters Prize Single Mixed.— This splendid mixture con-
tains all the finest varieties and most beautiful forms of this
popular greenhouse annual, for which our house has long been
famous. New seedling forms and art shades are introduced, in
addition to the choicest standard varieties. All varieties not of
the highest merit are rigorously excluded, with the result that
this mixture will be found unsurpassable for the compactness
and vigour of the plants and the beauty and variety of the
individual blossoms. When pricking out the seedlings, take
care not to discard the smaller plantlets, as these frequently
produce some of the newest and most delicate shades.
Carters Oakleaf. — This variety marks
a decided step forward in the cult of the
Primula. Its deeply laciniated foliage
makes it appear at all times an object of lightness, gracefulness,
and beauty, being in strong contrast to the majority of Primulas.
The flowers, which are of a rich rose-pink colour, are firmly
fixed in the calyx, the truss being carried well above the foliage
on a stiff stem, making it by nature of its lightness invaluable
for all decorative work, especially for table.
5007 Carters King Edward.— The finest White Primula we have
yet seen. The flowers possess immense substance, well thrown
up.
5013 Carters White Elaine. — Grand truss, dark palm foliage ;
robust.
5024 Carters Prize Fern-leaved Single, Mixed.
5034 Carters Prize Double, Superb Mixture.
Price of the above ... 75 s “*»- ISO seeds. .'100 seed,.
5017 I
| NOVELTY.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS — BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS
75
PRIMULA — Continued.
No. 5045 Primula M alacoides 11 King Albert .”
5046
. Fairy Queen ( Duchess Type ). — We
NOVELTY. I consider this a great advance in the
Stellata section. The plants are
particularly robust, bearing large graceful sprays of bloom
in the greatest profusion. The individual blooms are
creamy white and have a pale rose centre, which gives a
very light and pleasing effect.
Price
75 seeds
.50
5047 Carters Blue.
5048 Carters Lilac.
5049 Carters Crimson.
5056 Carters Superb Mixed. — All shades.
Price of the above 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
.50 .85
150 seeds. 300 seeds.
.85 1.50
5050 Carters Pink.
5051 Carters Salmon.
5052 Carters White.
400 seeds.
1.50
PRIMULA OBCONICA.
Should be sown in heat, potted off, and grown in warm
frames for conservatory decoration and cut flowers.
5058 Obconica Gigantea. — Crimson.
5059 Obconica Gigantea. — Rose.
Obconica Gigantea. — Apple Blossom.
Obconica Gigantea. — Dark lilac.
Obconica Gigantea. — Oculata.
Obconica Gigantea. — White.
Obconica Gigantea. — Purpurea.
Obconica Gigantea. — Bright rose.
5064 Obconica Gigantea. — Mixed. A great improve-
ment on the original.
HARDY VARIETIES.
Perennials. Sow in pans in cool frames, and prick off
into boxes, then transplant.
5060 Cortusoldes. — For pots or rockeries. Ht. 6 in.
5061 Japonica. — A valuable subject for damp situations.
With tiers of bloom. Ht. 1 ft.
5062 Japonica Hybrids. — This unique strain contains
numerous new shades.
Price of the above 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
No. 5046 Carters Stellata Fairy Queen.
OF COMMERCE BLDG ., BOSTON , MASS.
No.
5045
NOVELTY.
PRIMULA Malacoides “King Albert/'
— Much larger and more free-flowered
than the type. The beautiful clean
soft rose blooms have an almost circular outline, which greatly
adds to the value of this variety as a decorative plant. This
beautiful Primula is not by any means a difficult subject to culti-
vate. The seeds hould be sown in succession, making, say, three
sowings during July and August, in finely sifted soil, and kept
moist until thoroughly germinated. A cool shady frame kept
close is the best place in which to raise the seedlings, gradually
giving more air as the seedlings grow. A cool pit or frame is
the very best place until November, when the plants may be
placed on a shelf in a cold house, and not kept too moist, as
damping is very liable during the dull months. As soon as the
buds are seen pushing upwards, a very
slight feeding of manure may be given
and also a warmer atmosphere.
Per pkg., .50.
Award of Merit
R.H.S., 1916
Primula Malacoides Rosea. — Very deep pink.
Primula Malacoides Lilacea. — New shade.
Primula Malacoides Alla. — Pure white.
Primula Malacoides Pink. — A beautiful shade.
Price of the above . . 250 seeds. 500 seeds.
.25 .45
1,000 seeds.
.75
CARTERS STELLATA (Star Primula)
This is both delightful and graceful when in flower, and it
makes a useful decorative plant on the conservatory stage in
spring. Free flowering.
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76
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
PUERARIA. — Half-hardy perennial climber.
5101 Thunbergiana ( Kudeii Vine).
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
'•* .10 .15 .25
PYRETHRUM (Golden Leaved). — Hardy perennial. Ornamental
foliaged plants; universal in carpet and other bedding; indis-
pensable. Sow seeds in pans or boxes of sandy soil, prick off
into boxes, and plant out in June.
4990 Carters Golden Ball or Moss* — Very distinct; forms a
ball of golden moss. This variety does not require pinching
back like ollieis. and is very late to flower. Ht. 4 in.
4992 Whitc-flowcrcd Feverfew. — Unlike the ordinary Feverfew,
this is attractive in flower as well as foliage. It serves as
Golden Feather during the usual period, and then throws up
a few inches higher a great profusion of pure white perfectly
globular flowers, producing an attractive after-effect.
4993 Golden Feather. — Very popular for edgings. 1-It. 1 ft.
4994 Selaginoidcs.— Fine golden colour. Ht. 6 in.
Price of the above ... 1.000 weds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
PYRETHRUM (Flowering Varieties). — Hardy perennials, bear-
ing single and double Aster-like flowers on long stalks ; excellent
for cutting. Sow in spring and transplant. Ht. 1$ ft.
5000 Sin eric.— Saved from the best colours : excellent cut flower.
5001 French.— Double or semi-double, carefully selected.
Price of the above... ‘“seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
.10 .15 • .25
RANUNCULUS (Crowfoot). — Hardy perennial. Sow in spring or
autumn, in pans, and plant out in spring when large enough.
5140 Asiaticus.— Saved from all the best colours. Ht. 6 in.
500 seeds. 1,000 seed9. 2,000 seed9.
* r,ce - .10 .15 .25
RED HOT POKER PLANT — See Tritoma.
RHODANTHE — Sr-e Everlasting Flowers.
RHODODENDRON.
5W9 Hybrids.— Saved from the finest known varieties.
p r : r , 500 seeds 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds
.10 .15 .25
RICINUS — See Castor Oil Plant
ROCK CI8TUS (Heliantremum)— Hardy perennial. Seed should
be sown in pans or boxes in cold frame, in spring, and seedlings
planted cut when large enough
514? Carters Mixed.— Fv*r low banks and rockeries. Ht. 6 iu.
Pr : r . 750 seeds. 1.500 seeds, 3,000 seeds.
,cr - .10 .15 .25
ROCKET (HespeRis matronalis). — Hardy perennial. Sweet-
scented flowers. Sow out of doors in sunny position, in spring.
5161 Purple.— Light pale purple ; free bloomer. Ht. l£ ft.
5162 White.— Sweet scented, chiefly towards evening.
5163 Carters Mixed. — Various shades purple and white. Ht. li ft.
Price of the above ... 500 ^ eds - ‘MO seeds. 2.000seed9.
ROMNEYA. — Half-hardy perennial. When well-grown is a hand-
some plant. Seed should be sown under glass in early spring,
and seedlings potted off and hardened before planting out.
5146 Coulteri.— Bush-like plant. Large glistening pure white
flowers. Ht. 3 ft.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
Fnce — .10 .15 .25
ROSE. — Selected varieties that can be grown from seed.
§135 Carters Annual (Photograph above).— Very pretty and
interesting. A real gem If the seed is sown in a pan. in a
slight heat, the seedlings will appear in a few weeks. Pot off
and expect some fairy blooms within three months.
D . 12 pods. 24 pods. 48 pods.
Fr,cc — .10 .15 .25
ROSE— C on tinned.
CARTERS PERPETUAL AND TEA.
From Seed.
5136 Hybrid Perpetual. — Excellent for experiment.
5137 Tea-scented. — Mixed varieties, all colours.
20 seeds. 40 seeds.
.10 .15
Price of the above
See Inge 86 for Carters White Rose Perfume.
ROSE CAMPION (Agrostemma or Lychnis coronaria).— P erea*
nial. Sow in spring in open border.
5166 Red or Crimson. — Foliage woolly and silvery.
1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
*™ e *“ .10 .15 .25
RUDBECKIA (Cone Flower). — Hardy annuals and perennials.
Plants presenting the characteristics of the Single .Sunflower with
flower petals narrower and raised central discs. Sow iu spring iu
a seed-bed with a warm aspect, and transplant when large enough.
5152 Carters Cactus-flowered.— Annual. Golden yellow with
maroon flakes. Excellent novelty for cut flowers.
5154 Bicolor superba.— Fine annual. Golden yellow with maroon
spots ; large blossoms.
Price of the above ... >.«<><> »«*»■
5155 Cal ifornicsu— Grand perennial,
brown cone. Ht. 2 to 3 ft.
5157 Newmanni, — Hardy perennial. Golden yellow flowers, with
dark centre. Ht. 3 ft.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
.15 .25
Golden bloom with long
Price of the above
8AINTPAULIA.-
pot plant.
5172 lonantho.
Price ..
-Stove perennial. Gesueriad section. First-clasi
-Bright violet-blue. Ht. 4 in.
J50 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
• .25 .45 .75
S ALPI GLOSSISi— Half-hardy annual. Brilliant and rich
colourings. Ht. about 2 ft., except when otherwise stated.
5232 Carters Large-flowered Black. — Intense, veined throat.
5233 Carters Large-flowered Scarlet. — Large, flnely veined.
5234 Carters Large-flowered Rose.
5235 Carters Large-flowered Violet.
5236 Carters Large-flowered White. -With gold stripe.
5237 Carters Large-flowered Purple. — With yellow stripe.
5238 Carters Large-flowered Mixed Varieties.
5239 Mammoth Choice Mixed. — A new class bearing gorgeous
flowers of the finest markings. Ht. 1£ ft.
5240 Dwarf. -Bright colors. lit. 1 ft.
1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Price of the above .. .10 .15 .25
77
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
SALVIA.— Annuals and perennials. Sow in heat, in early spring,
prick off into boxes in warm frames, and harden off well before
plaining out.
No.
5179 Coccinea.- Brilliant scarlet half-hardy annual Ht. 2 ft.
5181 Splendcns.— Crimson hardy annual, for garden. Ht. 1 j ft.
5182 Splendcns com pacta.— Hardy annual. Neat habit.
Ht. l ft.
5186 Farinacca. — Half-hardy perennial. Light blue flowers, fine
long spikes. Ht. 2 i ft.
6187 Bonfire. — Hardy annual. Fiery crimson. Habit erect but
dwarf. Splendid variety.
Price 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 50 seeds.
•10 .15 .25
5180 Patens. — Ilalf-hardy blue perennial, for pols or bedding
5183 Splendens, Carters Zurich.— Very early flowering. Most
fiery scarlet; splendid for pot and other decoration. Ht. 1 ft.
5185 Azurea grandiflora. — -Hardy perennial. Deep blue in long
racemes. Ht. 3 ft.
Price of the above 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds '
.25 .45 .75
SAN VITALIA.— Hardy Annual.
5176 Procumbens, fl. pi.— Bright effective edging plant; yellow.
Price of the above 1.000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
•APONARIA.— For edging, rockeries, &c. Sow where intended to
flower.
5189 Scarlet Queen.— Hardy annual. Rich rose colour, dark
stems. Ht. 6 in
5190 Calabrica.— Hardy annual. The old favourite ; rose.
5191 Calabrica alba. — Hardy annual. White.
5192 Ocymoides.- Perennial rock plant. Pale pink ; trailer.
5193 Vaccaria. — Hardy annual. Valuable for cutting ; used for
decoration with Sweet Peas. A beautiful soft pink flower, most
graceful in vases. Also makes a nice pot plant for the greenhouse;
Price of the above ... WO seeds. W0 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
SCABIOUS. This bright-flowering plant is usually
treated as an annual in our gardens. During
recent years it has been greatly improved both in habit and
range of colours, and is fast becoming one of the most popular
of border flowers. When given plenty of room and the seed-
vessels are kept regularly picked off, it will last through the
whole of the summer. Owing to its sweetness the bees are very
fond of it, and its floral favours also attract all the most beauti-
ful types of butterflies in the neighbourhood. Sow the seed
in heat in February and March in a pan or small box. and trans-
plant the seedlings 3 in. apart in larger boxes; harden off as
spring advances, and set out in the border towards the end of
May. They may also be sown where intended to grow during
March and April.
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED
No.
5246 Carters Cherry Red.
5247 Carters Crimson.
5248 Carters Carmine.
5249 Carters Purple.
DWARF DOUBLE Ht. I* fL
5250 Carters Rose.
5251 Carters White.
5253 Carters Mixed. — All
colours.
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED TALL DOUBLE Ht. 2 h ft.
5257 Carters Cherry Red.
5258 Carters White.
5259 Carters Black.
5260 Carters Flesh.
5261 CartersFiery Scarlet.
5262 Carters Purple.
5265 Carters Mixed. — All
colours.
5269 Fairy Queen.— Tall, large-flowered double. The flowers are
of a most delicate lavender blue shade, profusely borne on long
stems. Most useful for cutting. Ht. 2i ft.
5270 Pompadour.— Annual. Handsome double blossoms. Ht. 2 ft
Price of the above ... 4,10 s « ds - 800 « eds - I.™ seeds.
5271 Caucasica. — Silvery lavender-blue Perennial. Ht. 2 ft.
5272 Caucasica alba. — Delicate flower. Perennial.
Price of the above
100 seeds.
.10
200 seeds.
.15
400 seeds.
.25
8CARLET DAISY.— See Gerbera
78
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
CPUI7 AMTUI IQ During the last few years the
Ovrll^MIl I nww* Schizanthus has leapt into popu-
larity owing to the remarkable advance which has been made
both in the habit of the plants and diversity of colours now
available. By sowing in spring, summer, and autumn a
succession of bloom may be obtained throughout the year. Our
Butterfly and large-flowered strains, together with the distinct
Retusus forms, are the most suitable for greenhouse and winter
garden decoration.
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED.
For pots or hanging baskets.
No.
5278 Carters Large Butterfly-flowered, -'.his surpasses any
other strain for its size of flowers, gorgeous colouring, and
diversity of shades. The habit is bold and branching, forming
bushes from \h ft. to 2h ft. high, and of equal diameter.
5279 Carters Largc-flowercd. —Choice light shades, containing
innumerable shades of white, cream, primrose, flesh pink. rose,
carmine, and cerise.
5280 Carters Largrc-flowered.— Choice dark shades. All rich,
pure, dark forms. The washy purples and dull magenta shades
found in Schizanthus have no place in this strain.
5282 Papilionaceus. -Free bloomer ; bright coloured.
5283 Pyramidalis, Tom Thumb.— Dwarf, bushy variety.
5284 Tigrridioides.— The choicest Kew species. Ht. 2 ft.
5285 Retusus.— A greenhouse variety. Salmon-rose. Ht. 1^ ft.
5287 Wisetoniensis.— Makes a fine greenhouse decorative plant.
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
8CHIZOPETALON.— Hardy annual. Sow seed out of doors in
spring in rich soil. For pot work, sow in pots of good rich soil,
place in cold frame, and thin out.
5198 Walkeri. — White. Ht. 6 in.
1 .000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4,000 seeds.
Pnce - .10 .15 .25
8EA HOLLY.— Sec Kryngium.
SEA LAVENDER. — See Statice.
SENSITIVE PLANT (Mimosa pudica' —Perennial. A curiosity
Sow in pots or pans, in heat, and pot off.
5201 Ht. If ft.
„ . 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
Pnce - .10 IS .25
SHASTA DAISY.— See Chrysanthemum.
8ILENE.— Dwarf annuals of essential service to the spring and
summer garden. The best effects are produced from seed sown
in summer, the seedlings being transplanted into beds in
autumn or early winter.
5207 Com pacta., Dwarf Queen.— vSpreading habit forming a
carpet covered with scarlet flowers.
5208 Empress of India.— Crimson flower und stalks. A great
improvement on older kinds. Ht. 4 in.
5209 Snow King:.— The finest dwarf white edging flowering annual
yet produced. Ht. 4 in.
5210 Double Pink.— A variety of approved merit. Bright rose,
abundant bloomer. Ht. 4 in.
, 1,000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
Price of the above ... jo .15 .25
SMI LAX. — See Medeola.
SNAPDRAGON. —See Antirrhinum.
SOLANUM (Nightshade). — Perennial. Ornamental fruit, useful
for decorations in the conservatory. Sow in early spring, in
heat, pot off, and grow on in cold frame; plant out in June in
prepared beds, and lift and pot up in September.
No.
5220 Hybridum compactum. — Berried plants for table at4
conservatory. Ht. 1 ft.
5221 Capsicastrum. — A bright scarlet-berried species. Ht. l£ ft
5222 Robustum.— Stately, grandly-foliaged. Ht. 4 ft.
5223 Weatherill’s Hybrids. — Berried varieties for table decoration
Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
STATICE (Sea Lavender). — Very free-flowering plants of easy
culture and valuable when dried for bouquets. Sow in pots
or outdoors in early spring.
5303 Bonduelll. — Yellow. Annual. 5304 Sinuata. — Blue. Annual
5305 Sinuata alba. — Annual.
Price i oz. 1 oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25
5306 Candelabram (Suworou>i) . — Annual. Of singular beauty for
beds and borders; soft shade of rose. Ht. 1 ft.
Candelabram Alba. — Spike, clear white.
5307 Latlffolia. — Perennial. Lavender flowers in large panicles. Ht.
H ft.
5308 Incana. — Perennial. Dwarf compact habit. Ht. 9 in.
Price of the above 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seeds
.10 .15 .25
STOCKS Sow * n s P r * n *> cither in boxes or open ground,
^ 1 v Yr\«i a nd when transplanting to where they are
intended to flower care should he taken not to discard the
smaller seedlings, which usually produce the best double
flowers, the large coarse plants being often all singles.
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED TEN-WEEK.
Grand for bedding purposes. A very fine strain of double summer
flowering varieties. Ht. l£ ft.
5322 Carters Double Azure 5333 Carters Double Golden.
Blue. 5328 Carters Double Pink.
5323 Carters Double Buff. 5329 Carters Double Purple.
5324 Carters Double 5330 Carters Double Rose.
Crimson. 5331 Carters Double Scarlet.
5332 Carters Double White.
5341 Carters Splendid Mixture.— All colours.
_ . , ,, , 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Price of the above... 10 jg ^5 45
5339 Collection of 10 varieties, as above (separate packets) 1.00
5340 Collection of 6 varieties, purchaser’s own selection... .50
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79
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
8 TOCK — Continued.
CARTERS DWARF LARGE-FLOWERED
TEN-WEEK
This Stock reaches a height of about 1 ft., and is useful for pots,
beds, or borders, with a large percentage of doubles.
No.
5344 Carters Light Blue. 5347 Carters Crimson.
5345 Carters Dark Blue. 5348 Carters Light Rose.
5346 Carters Golden. 5353 Carters White.
Price of the above 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
tne aUOve - .10 .15 .25 .45
CARTERS BRANCHING TEN-WEEK.
Annuals. Produce a goodly proportion of double flowers.
Delicious scent. For open-air growth. Ht. l£ ft.
5360 Purple.
5361 Scarlet.
Price of the above
5362 White.
5365 Ten-woek Stock, Mixed.
125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
.10
.15
CARTERS GIANT
TEN-WEEK.
CARTERS MONARCH.—
For beds or borders these
magnificent .Stocks are in-
valuable. Well-grown plants
attain a height of 3 ft., carry-
ing splendid spikes of bloom
la ft. to 2 ft. in length, the
proportion of double blossoms
being extremely high. These
varieties are hardy, and do
well sown in the open ground.
5370 White.
5371 Crimson.
5372 Dark Blue.
5373 Light Blue.
5374 Rose.
6377 Bismarck. — Blooms
slightly later than most
Ten-week Stocks, thus
forming a valuable variety
for succession. Of robust
habit, having numerous
trusses of large blooms
borne round the central
stem, forming a snowy
pyramid, being a charm-
ing contrast to the distinct
wide foliage.
5378 Triumph Ten-week.
—Brilliant crimson. Of
very vigo r ous growth,
branching habit . about
70 per cent, producing
very large double flowers.
Very striking. Ht. 1 to
I h ft.
Price of the above —
125 seeds.
.15
500 seeds.
.45
250 seeds.
.25
1,000 seeds.
.75
No. 5370. Carters Monarch.
EARLY LARGE-FLOWERED WINTER.
We very highly recommend this class of Stocks to all who have
not grown them. They were first brought into prominence by the
advent of that charming pink variety Beauty of Nice. The following
varieties all resemble this variety in habit and profusion of bloom.
We know of few Stocks which produce such a high percentage of
double flowers. Although usually treated as winter varieties, they
are admirably suited for summer bedding if treated as ten-week
varieties. Sow in July and August for winter flowering, and in March
and April for summer displays.
5381 Crimson King.— Brilliant fiery crimson.
5382 Queen Alexandra.— Delicate rosy lilac.
5460 Almond Blossom. 5461 Dark Violet. 5462 8now White.
EARLY LARGE-FLOWERED WINTER — Continued.
i>U.
5380 Beauty of Nice. — Plant of robust growth. Very free
flowering. Flowers very large, fine double, fragrant, and
delicate fleshy-pink colour. Extremely valuable for decorative
work. Ht. 2 to 2 h ft.
Price of the above ... 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
CARTERS AUTUMN AND SPRING FLOWERING.
Sow in March and April to bloom in late summer and autumn
and in cold frames in July and August to flower in spring.
CARTERS INTERMEDIATE. — Biennial. A great favourite. Ht.,
1J ft.
5395 Scarlet. — Grand flower. 5396 White.— Excellent truss.
5399 Splendid Mixture. — All colours.
Price of the above 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds*
.15 .25 .45 .75
SPRING FLOWERING.
CARTERS BROMPTON. — Biennial. Sturdy, hardy, strong-growing.
5402 Empress Elizabeth. — One of the most handsome spring-
blooming forms; extremely useful for pot work. The large
spikes of bright carmine flowers are borne with great profusion.
5404 Purple. 5405 Scarlet. 5406 White.
5407 Superb Mixed.
CARTERS PERPETUAL WHITE STOCK.
5415 A large percentage of double blooms all the year round. Splendid
deep green foliage; most deliciously scented. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above . . 125 seeds. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds
.15 .25 .45 .75
STOCK, NIGHT SCENTED.— See Mathiola.
STOKES I A.— Perennial.
No.
5311 Cyanea. — Large blue flower; dwarf habit. Ht. 1 ft.
5312 Cyanea alba. — Perennial. Beautiful plant. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above . . 150 seeds. 300 seeds. 600 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
Please order by
Number and Price only.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL hLOIVERS.
CTDTDTnr A PPI IQ Perennial. A novel race of
gliicri v M r% ■ w wb free-blooming greenhouse pot
plants, in universal demand; bright, cheerful, lasting. The
mixture we ofter is a carefully fertilized strain, containing all the
best colours, including a very large and rich blue. Sow in pans
of rich soil in early spring, in heat, and pot off into small pots
when large enough to handle. Keep the seed pans moist.
5293 Carters Choice Hybrids. — Superb mixture, the latest type
in all colours. Included in our Gold Medal Exhibit of flowers.
R.II.S. Chelsea Exhibition, 1913.
5 294 Carters Large-flowered Blue.— Very showy.
Price of the above . . . . 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
SUNFLOWER (Helianthus). —
Sow all varieties in spring. Only transplant if necessary.
CARTERS MINIATURE FLOWERED VARIETIES.
The annual small-blossomed Sunflowers now compare favourably
for freedom of bloom and elegance of habit with the perennial kinds.
For cutting they are extremely valuable. All equally suited for
garden decoration and producing large quantities of cut flowers.
No. 5420 Carters Orion. No. 5421 Miniature Flowered.
SUN FLOWER.— Continued.
5420 Carters Orion. — Has very pretty quilled petals, free habit;
most attractive when seen growing, and in decoration. Ht. 3 ft.
5421 Carters Miniature Flowered. — Single Nosegay Sunflower.
Gold, dark centre. Very handsome when seen in borders; quite
welcome flowers for cut purposes. Ht. 3 ft.
5422 Miniature Flowered Double. — Annual. Ht. about 2 ft.
5423 Pleiades. — -A grand mixture of small decorative Sunflowers,
in various shades of gold and sulphur. Ht. 3 ft.
5424 Perkeo. — A miniature variety of exceptional interest. Of bushy
habit. Ht. 1 to 1£ ft.
5425 Stella. — Favourite, select miniature variety; in great demand*
Ht. 4 ft.
5426 Carters Dwarf. — Fine bold flowers, thrown well above a very
compact growth. Ht. 1 ft.
Price of the above. . 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CARTERS LARGE-FLOWERED TALL AND DWARF.
No. 5427 Wine and Primrose. No. 5428 Giant Red.
Blooms 6 inches across.
Wine and Primrose. — A very handsome
variety, of medium height, bearing
numerous flowers about 5 in. in diam-
eter on long stalks. Has none of the coarseness of the original
Red Sunflowers, being a delightful combination of claret and
deep cream.
NOVELTV.
5428
Giant Red. — A highly-selected stock of
the original Chestnut Red Sunflower.
Splendid for the back of wide borders
or in isolated beds on lawns.
NEW.
Price of the above . . 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
.25 .45 .75
5432 Cactus or Sun’s Eye. — A grand double Sunflower of attractive
form. Its fine habit and intense doubleness of flowers have
secured for it great popularity. I It. 6 ft.
5433 Carters Primrose. — A delicate-coloured single Sunflower. Its
black centre forms a beautiful contrast in combination with the
pure-coloured primrose florets. Ht. 4 ft.
5434 Carters Leviathan. — The largest single-flowered variety. We
have had heads sent us measuring 1J ft. across. Ht. 6 to 10 ft.
5435 Henry Wilde. —The best of all for cut single flowers. Colour
bright yellow with dark centre. lit. 4 ft.
5436 Californian. — Splendid variety, with magnificent heads of
double blossoms; rich colour. Ht. 6 ft.
5437 Double Dwarf. — Fine rich orange colour. Ht. 3 ft.
5438 Dwarf. — The old-fashioned garden variety; single. Ht. 3 ft.
5439 Tall. — Common or garden. Ht. 6 ft.
5440 Perennial ( Harpalium) . — Mixed. Best distinct varieties.
Price of the above 10C seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
SWEET ALYSSUM. — See Alyssum.
SWEET BRIAR .(Eglantine). — Hardy shrub. Scented. Delicious
odour; for hedges, etc. Ht. 3 ft.
5319 Price 100 pods. 200 pods. 400 pods.
.10 .15 .25
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CARTERS SELECTED LARGE-FLOWERED SWEET PEAS.
During, 1914 Carters Sweet Peas were awarded a Silver Cup by the Royal Horticultural Society at Holland House Show; Gold Medal, ShePPerton ;
Gold Medal, Sherborne ; and a Gold Medal at Sevenoaks. Gold Medal, Bournemouth, 1913. Three Large Gold Medals and Two Silver Gilt Medals have
been awarded our Sweet Peas by the National Sweet Pea Society since 1908.
With a view to assisting those of our customers who are not quite conversant with Sweet Peas in their now extremely numerous varieties,
we offer our selection of large-flowered varieties as under. , ... , .
Although all good for exhibition, we chiefly have in mind their suitability for garden decoration and cutting purposes. With this end in
view, we have selected giant-flowered types borne in threes and fours on very long stems. All are bright colors and pleasing shades, which do
not scorch in the sun. The plants are of robust habit, and if the bloom is judiciously cut will produce large quantities of beautiful flowers until
late autumn.
5720
5721
5722
5723
5724
5733
Carters Extra Early White.
Carters White.
Carters Primrose.
Carters Deep Pink.
Carters Orange-Scarlet.
Price of the above
5725 Carters Pink.
5726 Carters Deep Scarlet.
5727 Carters Lavender.
5728 Carters Dark Blue.
5729 Carters Bronze.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
.10 .15 .25 .45
5730 Carters Blue Striped.
5731 Carters Scarlet Striped.
5734 Carters Superb Mixture. — All
colours.
1,600 seeds.
.75
3,200 seeds.
1.25
6 ,400 seeds
2.00
A Collection of 12 of the above selected large-flowered Sweet Peas • • • • • • • • ^ ■
Note— 1 lb. of Sweet Peas contains about 6,400 seeds; and 1 oz. about 400 seeds.
1.00
82
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
SWEET PEAS. — Continue,!.
5490
5553
5641
5681
5524
5546
5570
5582
5584
5596
5600
5608
5620
5628
5642
5650
5652
5658
5682
5476
5482
5494
5526
5530
5532
5540
5560
NEW.
British Victory. — Deep glowing salmon red-
very fine. Per pkt., .25
NEW.
| NEW.
Golden Glory. — Glittering orange; does not
burn Per pkt , 25.
Peace. — Soft pink, very large and vigorous.
Per pkt., .25
Warrior. — Very large shiny maroon.
Per pkt., .25
Edward Cowdry. — Bright orange scarlet self.
Fiery Cross. — Glowing orange cerise; sunproof.
Jean Ireland. — Clear primrose, edged rose.
Lady Evelyn Eyre. — A pale shell pink of exquisite form.
Lavender George Herbert. — Clear, shining pale mauve.
Margaret Maddlson. — Clear lavender; very large flowers.
Marks Tey. — Rosy maroon, shaded purple and mauve.
Mrs. Cuthbertson. — Deep pink on creamy ground.
Mrs. Hugh Wormald. — Orange buff with cream wings.
Norvlc. — One of the largest and best whites; very vigorous.
President. — A fine deep orange scarlet.
R. F. Felton. — Pale mauve, shaded delicate rose.
Robert Sydenham. — -Glowing orange-scarlet self; sunproof.
Royal Purple. — Rich royal purple, a very distinct new colour.
Wedgwood. — A delightful shade of China blue.
Price of the above . . 10 seeds 25 seeds. 50 seeds.
.10 .20 .35
Asta Ohn. — Lavender, faintly suffused with delicate mauve.
Barbara. — Salmon orange self.
Charles Foster. — Metallic opal pink.
Elfrlda Pearson. — Large pale pink; a very chaste variety.
Etta Dyke. — One of the test waved whites; very solid.
Evelyn Hemus. — Primrose buff, edged brilliant pink.
Florence Morse Spencer. — Large blush pink.
Helen Pierce Spencer. — A waved form of Helen Pierce.
5562 Hercules. — The finest deep pink, of giant size.
5576 King Manoel. — Giant shining purple maroon.
5622 Margaret Atlee. — Cream ground, overlaid salmon pink.
5602 Maud Holmes. — Sunproof crimson of splendid form.
5630 Nubian. — Deep chocolate self; fine form and susbtance.
5656 Rosabelle. — Clear rose; very strong.
5676 Thos. Stevenson. — Very fine orange scarlet; strong grower.
25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds
Price of the above .10 .15 .25 .45 .75
SWEET PEAS. — Continued.
5484 Black Knight Spencer. — Dark maroon self; good, substance.
5538 Flora Norton Spencer. — Bright blue; very fine flower.
5542 Florence Nightingale. — A splendid rich lavender.
5498 Clara Curtis. — Finely waved, solid cream.
5522 Edrom Beauty. — Orange salmon; an improved Helen Lewis.
5528 Elsie Herbert.— Pure white, with delicate rose picotee edge
5588 Lord Nelson Spencer. — A fine deep blue, shaded purple.
5616 Mrs. Townsend. — White ground edged and flushed blue.
5644 Primrose Spencer. — Deep creamy yellow of fine form.
5610 Mrs. C. W. Broadmore. — Primrose buff, edged rose.
5612 Mrs. H. Dickson. — Pale salmon pink on cream ground.
5614 Mrs. A. Ireland. — Cream and rose bicolor, fine form.
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds.
Price of the above . . .10 .15 .25 .45 .75
5472 American Spencer. — Scarlet flake on white ground.
5474 Arthur Unwin. — Rose, suffused and shaded cream.
5500 Countess Spencer.— Beautiful clear pink.
5556 Helen Lewis. — Orange standards, deep rose pink wings.
5496 Chrlssle Unwin. — Light scarlet, shaded cerise.
5508 Dorothy Eckfford. — Solid, pure white; Grandiflora type.
5544 Frank Dolby. — Pale lavender; Unwin form.
5604 Mid Blue. — Clear, shining blue; of fine form; Grandiflora.
5568 John Ingman. — Giant rich rose; very solid form.
5574 King Edward Spencer. — A giant waved form.
5666 Senator Spencer. — Chocolate flake on white ground.
5684 White Spencer. — Splendid stock of this fine white.
5606 Miss Willmott. — Orange pink, wings rose; Grandiflora.
5626 Nora Unwin. — A pure white of fine form, very solid.
5672 The Marquis. — Rosy mauve self; very large.
5674 Tennant Spencer. — Purplish rosy mauve.
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seeds. 800 seeds. 1,600 seeds
Price of the above .10 .15 .25 .45 .75
5709 Carters Spencer Mixture. — Containing all the best of the
beautifully waved and frilled Spencer forms, including many
charming seedlings which are not sufficiently fixed to be sent
out separately.
Price ..100 200 400 800 1,600 3,200 6,400 seeds.
.10 .15 .25 .45 .75 1.25 2.00
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
8WEET PEAS— Continued.
WINTER FLOWERING SWEET PEAS.
Pkt.
i oz.
1 oz.
Anita Wehrman, Beautiful lavender
$.10
$.30
1.00
Christmas Pink Orchid Beautifully waved .
.15
.40
1.25
Christmas Pink. Very early free flowering
.10
.20
.50
Christmas White. “ “ “ “
.10
.20
.50
E. Burke. Beautiful light blue
.60
2.00
7.00
Lavender Orchid. Beautifully waved
.15
.40
1.25
Mrs. Jos. Manda. Light shell pink
.10
.25
.75
Mrs. Skaach. Excellent bright pink
.10
.25
.75
Morning Star. Best light shell pink
.35
1.25
4.00
Pink and White Orchid. Beautifully waved . .
.10
.30
1.00
Orange Orchid. Standards orange wings salmon
.25
.75
2.75
Pink Beauty. Very early beautiful rose pink . .
.20
.60
2.00
Rose Queen. The most excellent rose pink
.30
1.00
3.50
Sensation. Pink and white
.35
1.25
4.00
White Orchid. Beautifully waved
.10
.25
.75
Yarrawa. Bright rose pink
.25
.75
2.75
Packets contain J oz. averages 1 oz. averages
25 seeds 100 seeds 400 seeds
BWEET 8ULTAN . — See Ontanrea.
SWEET WILLIAM Wanthus Barbatus).-
f 1 1 »- »■ 1 « m Perennial. Beyond a
good soil this gorgeous plant requires but little attention. Sow
in summer, and transplant when large enough in autumn for
blooming the next spring and summer.
No. 5446 Holbom Qlory. No. 5449 Brilliant Red
•446 Carters Holborn Glory.— A beautiful strain of light
shades. Our Holborn Olory strain is magnificent, the blooms
being larger than a penny piece. Ht. 2 ft.
*147 Scarlet Beauty.— A magnificent strain with very large
trusses of a lovely salmon scarlet shade. Very showy and
effective; flowering early and lasting a long time in bloom.
5448 Carters Auricula-eyed.— Very finely marked. Ht. 2 ft.
Carters Brilliant Red.— The most
brilliant coloured Sweet William. Clean
bright scarlet, very free flowered.
Unlike most scarlet shades, this comes practically true from seed.
1*450 Carters Dark Crimson.— Intense colour. Dark foliage
Ht. li ft. to 1 ft. 8 in.
5451 Carters Pink.— A splendid strain, varying in shade from
palest flesh through clear shrimp and rose shades to deep coral.
This should be in every garden. Ht. 1$ ft. to l£ ft.
5452 Carters Pure White.— Fine heads of pure white flowers
li ft.
5453 Carters Double Giant Mixed.— All colours.
NEW.
5454 Carters Superb Mixed.— All colours.
500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds
.10 .15 .25
Price of the above
TAGETES.— Brilliant dwarf single edging Marigold. Hanly
annual. Sow in spring, and transplant into beds or borders.
Extremely showy.
No.
5755 Pu mi la.— First class. Orange yellow. Ht. 9 in.
5756 Pumila, Golden Riner.— A great improvement. Ht. • in.
Price of the above ... 250 s « ds ' 500se|ds. 1.000 seed..
TECOMA.- Greenhouse. Sow in early spring, in heat, and pot off.
5759 8m ithi.— First-class plant for autumn and winter greenhouses.
Golden blossoms. Ht. 1 ft.
25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds,
rnce ... 10 .15 .25
THORN APPLE.— See Datura.
THUNBERGIA. — Half-hardy climber. Annual. Sow under gifts#
in spring, pot off, and plant out when hardened.
5765 Alata. — Choicest mixed. Orange, yellow, and white.
ph«. 25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds,
rnce ... 1Q lfi >2 ®
TOAD FLAX.— See Linaria.
TOBACCO. — See Nicotiana.
TORENIA.— Beautiful greenhouse annuals. Desirable as pot plant
and for hanging baskets. in early spring in pans of light
soil, prick off, and pot on.
5768 Bailloni.— Golden yellow, red throat. Ht. 1 ft.
5769 Fournieri. — Sky blue, spotted indigo. Ht. 1 ft.
5770 Fournieri, White Wines.— White ; handsome. Ht. 1 ft
Price of the above ... »» seeds. l.OOOseed*. 2.000s«d«.
TRACHELIUM. — Hardy herbaceous perennial.
5773 Coeruleum. — A most popular plant for greenhouse decoration,
having large heads of pale blue flowers. Ht. 2 ft.
p r w SO® seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
rncc — .10 .15 .25
TRITOMA (Red-hot Poker Plant or Kniphofla).— Tuberous
perennial. Of great value in the mixed border in the late
summer. Sow in cold frame in spring, and transplant as soon
as seedlings can be handled.
5776 Uva.ria. grandiflora. — Old garden favourite.
5777 Carters Annual.— A very interesting novelty. For the fir»t
time the old garden favourite known as the Red-hot Poker can
be grown from seed as a half-hardy annual. Colours, red and
yellow ; also both colours in the same flojver.
Price of the above
50 seeds. 100 seeds. 200 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
TROLLIU8.— Perennial. Ht. 1 ft.
5779 Europaeus.— Pale yellow globe-like flowera.
Price ...
250 seeds. 500 seeds. l.OOOseed*.
.10 .15 .25
5778 Caucasian.— Rich orange. Showy border plant.
Price
100 seeds. 200 seeds. 400 seed*.
.10 .15 .25
TROPAEOLUM. — See Nasturtium.
TRUMPET VINE. — See Bignonla.
VERBASCUM (Mullein). — Hardy perennial. Sow seeds in summer,
and transplant in autumn to bloom following year.
5841 Pannosum.— White foliage, dense spikes of yellow flower*,
silver white in centre. Ht. 6 ft.
Price
1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds. 4,000 seed*.
.10 .15 .25
THE HIGHEST HONOURS TO CARTERS EXHIBITS
Royal International Horticultural Exhibition, London.
TWO LARGE GOLD MEDALS to Carters Flowers and
Japanese Garden,
LARGE SILVER CUP to Carters Vegetables.
THE HORTICULTURAL CLUB CUP to Carters
Japanese Garden.
LARGE SILVER MEDAL to Carters Method
of Seed Testing.
The above Awards constituted a record for any Seed
House at this most successful Exhibition.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS.
.Perennial. Few plants are more generally
liked than the Verbena, as it makes a first-
class bedder. brilliant in colours, excellent habit, and of long
duration in bloom. Sow in heat in spring, prick off into boxes
in cool frame, harden off. and plant out. It may be also grown
as a pot plant from seeds sown in summer for flowering ia the
greenhouse the following spring.
VERBENA
No.
5784 Carters Mammoth. — Choice mixture of all shades.
5786 Mammoth.— Scarlet shades. Magnificent blossom.
5787 Mammoth.— Brilliant rose.
5788 Carters Dark Blue.— Large-flowered.
5789 Carters Pink. — Large-flowered.
5790 Carters Scarlet.— Large-flowered.
5791 Carters White.— Large-flowered.
5792 Carters Auricula-eyed.— Choice mixed.
Price of the above
150 seeds.
.10
300 seeds.
.15
seeds.
.25
5794 Carters Hybrids.— Mixture of sorts. Excellent bedder.
Price of the above
150 seeds.
.10
300 seeds.
.15
600 seeds.
.25
5795 Drummondi. — Hardy perennial ; blooming the first season.
5796 Venosa.- Hardy perennial ; blooming the first season ; rosy
purple.
5797 Lemon-scented (Aloysio).— Half-hardy shrub.
Price of the above
250 seeds.
.10
500 seeds.
.15
1 .000 seeds.
25
DWARF COMPACT VERBENAS.
The erect bushy habit renders them most suitable for bedding,
borders, and also pots. The colours are brilliant in the extreme.
5803 Defiance. — A beautiful fiery scarlet.
5804 Scarlett with white eye.
5805 Ccerulea.— Deep blue. 5806 Coerulea, with white eye.
VERONICA. — Perennial.
No.
5844 Greenhouse Varieties.
Pr i_. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds. 2,000 seeds.
rnce - .10 .15 .25
%/|OL A. Hardy perennial. Every large extent of bedding
" includes one or more of the Violas, and their enliven-
ing effect is remarkable. Sow seeds in pring, in pans of light
sandy soil in a cold frame, prick off, and plant out in May or
June. Ht. 6 in.
Extreme care is taken in saving all the superb shades below,
which come fairly true from seed.
5813 Carters Purple Bedding:.
5814 Carters Ligrht Blue Bedding:.
5815 Carters Golden Bedding:.
5816 Carters White Bedding:.
5820 Cornu ta, Mauve Queen. —The original Viola, small-
flowered.
5821 Cornuta, Purple Queen. —The original Viola, small-
flowered.
5824 Carters Choicest Mixed.— Superb flowers of all sha les.
5826 Odorata.— Sweet Violet.
5827 Odorata alba.— White Violet.
5828 Odorata, The Czar.
5829 Carters Sweet Scented Violet (Princess of Wales ).—
Award of Merit. R.H.S. This plant produces large flowers of a
rich blue shade on long, vigorous stems. Very fragrant.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seed*.
.10 .15 .25
See page 86 for Carters
Violet Perfumes.
VIOLET.— See Viola.
VIRGINIAN STOCK. —
Annual. The hardiest
of annuals, adapted for
edgings. Sow in spring.
5847 Crimson King:.—
Rich rose crimson.
5848 Red. 5849 White.
5850 Carters Mixed.
Price of the above —
k oz. i oz. i oz. 1 oz.
.10 .15 .25 .45
VIRGIN’S BOWER.— See
Clematis.
VISCARIA. — Hardy
annual of brilliant colour
and effect. Sow in spring
where plants are to
bloom.
5853 Cardinalis. — Vivid
carmine-lake. Ht. 1 ft.
No. 5854 Viscaria , Carters Lilao.
5854 Carters Lilac.— A charming pale lilac variety which cannot
fail to become popular, as the shade is one which is all too rare
among annuals.
5807 Carters Compact. — Mixed.
Price of the above
100 seeds.
.10
200 seeds.
.15
400 seeds.
.25
5855 Ocu lata.— Metallic lilac.
Price of the above
1,000 seeds.
.10
2,000 seeds.
.15
4,000 seeds.
.25
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85
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BE AUTIFUL FLOWERS-
\A/ A I I PI HWFR^ The Wallflower is very popular.
VYHLLr LU V¥ trVO ’ and should find a place in all
collections of spring-flowering plants. For two months. May
and June, it adds its best charms, aud makes beds and borders
quitecheery by its presence and fragrance. For real usefulness
we recommend the selections shown on this page. Sow the
seed of the annual varieties in February and March, and keep
growing until time for planting out in May. For indoor purposes
sow the seed in September and pot olT when ready, keep them
well nourished, and as spring'approaches they will grow rapidly
and prove a valuable addition to the greenhouse with their
fragrauce and presence.
CARTERS DWARF SWEET-SCENTED LARGE
FLOWERED.
For beds and borders. Ht. 9 in. to 1 ft. Plants to stand 1 ft. apart.
Excellent in a bed to themselves or as a front to the taller varieties.
5858 Carters Dwarf Golden.— A very select stock of good habit
and bright colour.
5859 Carters Dwarf Blood-red.— Large flowered. An excellent
deep-coloured companion to the above.
5860 Carters Dwarf Purple.— Large flowered. This variety
should be more grown ; it forms a pleasing combination with
pale yellow Tulips.
5861 Golden Tom Thumb.— .Superior bedding. A splendid stock
of this popular variety. Ht. 9 in.
5863 Vulcan.— A dwarf, neat-habited, maroon-flowered variety.
Makes a splendid bedding plant. Ht. 9 in. to 1 ft.
5865 Carters Mixture of Dwarf Varieties.— In this s*rain the
various shadej and colours are carefully blended. All the plants
are of vd v neat habit and free flowered.
Price of the above
250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1 .000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
See page 86 fqr Carters Wallflower Perfume.
CARTERS TALL SWEET-SCENTED.
The tall strain is very effective planted ; n front of shrubberies,
along borders, or in the centre of beds edged with the dwarf varieties
above. lit. l£ ft. except where otherwise stated.
The varieties starred bear giant flowers and are very choice re-
selected strains.
5871 Carters Winter Blooming: Deep Red. — A brilliant Wall"
flower, and should be greatly appreciated for its early flowers
when blooms in the garden are scarce. Ht. li ft.
5872 Ellen Willmott.— This is a recent introduction of which we
have an extremely high opinion. The very large flowers are
of a rich shade of ruby, very distinct from existing forms of
this colour. Ht. lj ft.
5873*Carters Tall Blood-red. — A very rich coloured strain, large
flowered, and of good habit.
5874 CartcrsTall Golden.— An excellent bright golden companion
to our Blood-red.
5879 Harbinger.— The well-known early-flowering market variety.
Colour mahogany brown.
5880 Old Gold.— I?eep golden yellow. Compact in habit and very
free flowering. Ht. 1$ ft.
5881 Carters Winter Blooming Golden Yellow. —Makes
a beautiful contrast when associated with our Winter Blooming
Dee t> Red. Ht. lJ ft.
5882*Fire King.— A brilliant fiery red. The colour is so intense
that beds of this variety in the sunshine have almost the
appearance of being on fire.
5883*Carters Tall Purple.— Large flowered. Rich ruby ; a
particularly telling shade for bedding.
5884 + Carters Tall Salmon Pink.— A beautiful combination of
salmon-pink and apricot.
5885*Carters Mixture of Tall Varieties.— Contains all the best
colours and shades found in our named varieties.
5886 Primrose.- Delicate colour.
_ . f .. . 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
Price of the above ... I0 15 ,25
DOUBLE.
5895 Cartera Tall.— Large, variously coloured spikes. Ht. li ft. to
li ft.
5896 Carters Dwarf. — Large branching growth, all colours.
Ht. 9 in. to 1 ft.
5897 Double Mixed. — Magnificent spikes of blossom. Ht. 1 ft. to
2 ft.
Doubles should be Planted closer
75 seeds.
.10
Price of the above
together than Singles.
150 seeds. 300 seeds.
.15 .25
WELSH POPPY.— See Meconopsis.
WHITLAVIA.— Hardy annual. Sow in open border in spring.
5903 Grandifiora.— Rich deep purple. Ht. 1 ft.
1 .000 seeds. 2.000 seeds. 4.000 seeds.
.15
Price ... , 0
WIGANDIA. — Ornamental foliage.
5906 Caraccasana.— Grand foliage. Ht. 6 ft.
5907 Imperialis.— Sub-tropical. Ht. 6 ft.
, . w 750 se
Price of the above ... j,
WINTER CHERRY.— Perennial. '(See Physalis.)
5910 Red Fruited.— For winter bouquets.
Price
.25
1 .500 seeds.
.15
3,000 seeds.
.25
500 seeds.
.10
1 ,000 seeds.
.15
2,000 seeds.
.25
WOODRUFF.— See Asperula.
XERANTHEMUM.— See Everlastings.
YUCCA. —Perennial.
5913 Filamentosa. — White flowers, foliage long and narrow,
Ht. 4 ft.
_ . 25 seeds. 50 seeds. 100 seeds.
* nce - .10 15 .25
ZEA MAYS (Japanese Maize).— Annual. Sow in slight heat in
May. and plant out in June.
5919 Variegata.— Beautifully striped.
5920 Perfection.— Foliage striped rose, cream, aud yellow. One of
the most effective plants for sub-tropical and other bedding.
Ht. 3 ft.
Price of the above
$ oz. i oz. i oz. 1 oz.
.10 15 .25 .45
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS. Die.. 101-iob CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON. MASS.
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CARTERS TESTED SEEDS— BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS
ZINNIA When well grown, the Zinnia is one of the showiest
of the half-hardy annuals, its treatment being
similar to that of the Aster.
CARTERS MAMMOTH DOUBLE.
No.
5923 Carters Mammoth Double Mixed. — A giant-flowered strain,
containing only the most pleasing colours. Ht. 1 \ ft.
5924 Carters Large-flowered Dwarf Double. — Choicest mixed.
Ht. 1 ft.
5925 Carters Fireball. — The plant is of neat habit, throwing up a
large number of small, fiery scarlet, perfectly double ball-like
flowers. Ht. 1 ! ft.
5926 Carters Lllllput Varieties. — Bushy plants; profuse bloomers.
Mixed.
5927 Double. — Carmine. 5928 Double. — Crimson.
5929 Double. — Orange. 5931 Double. — Rose.
5932 Double. — Scarlet. 5933 Double. — White.
5934 Haageana, Double. — Dwarf. Ht. 1 ft.
5935 Double Mixed. — Best colours. Ht. 1J ft.
Price of the above .. 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1,000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
ZINNIA ELEGANT SINGLE.
Annual. The single Zinnia is unique in form, and combines
richness and variety of colour. Attractive in beds or mixed borders.
5941 Choice Single Mixed. — Includes all the best colours. Ht.
2 ft.
5942 Single. — Crimson. 5943 Single. — Orange.
5944 Single. — Scarlet. 5945 Single. — White.
Price of the above 250 seeds. 500 seeds. 1.000 seeds.
.10 .15 .25
CARTERS MIXTURE OF FLOWER
SEEDS FOR WOODLAND WALKS,
SHRUBBERIES, &c., &c.
Sow in March, April, May, and June.
5952 Tall Varieties. 5953 Dwarf Varieties.
5954 Tall and Dwarf Varieties Mixed.
Price of the above . . $ oz. 1 oz. J lb. 1 lb.
.10 .15 .50 1.50
THE FLOWER GARDEN.
CARTERS BOXES OF POPULAR
FLOWER SEEDS.
These Boxes of Seeds are made up for the use of amateurs and
others who prefer leaving the selection of the Flower Seeds to us. They
are liberally constructed, and composed solely of popular kinds likely
to produce a bright display with little trouble.
1.50 CARTERS COMPLETE BOX OF FLOWER SEEDS.
A Special Collection, containing seeds of beautiful flowers of easy
cultivation, as under: —
Aster.
Antirrhinum.
Candytuft.
Convolvulus Major.
Convolvulus Minor.
Cosmos (Cosmea).
Dahlia.
Dianthus.
Erysimum.
Everlasting Flowers.
Linum.
Lobelia.
Lupinus.
Marguerites.
Marigold.
Mignonette.
Nasturtium.
Nemophila.
Petunia.
Phlox.
Poppy.
Portulaca.
Salpiglossis.
Stock.
Sweet Pea.
Sunflower.
Tagetes.
Zinnia.
2.75 CARTERS COMPLETE BOX OF FLOWER SEEDS.
1 pkt. choicest mixed Aster.
1 pkt. choicest mixed Stock.
2 oz. best mixed varieties Sweet Peas.
1 oz. best mixed varieties Tom Thumb Nasturtium.
1 oz. finest selected Mignonette.
1 oz. finest mixed Flower Seeds for Shrubberies, etc.
6 choice selected varieties Hardy Perennials.
25 beautiful varieties Hardy and Half-Hardy Annuals.
3 varieties Everlasting Flowers.
3.75 CARTERS COMPLETE BOX OF FLOWER SEEDS.
A very popular assortment, which contains an increased number
of varieties to our 2.75 box.
5.50 CARTERS COMPLETE BOX OF FLOWER SEEDS.
With proportionately increased quantities and varieties. Parti-
culars of larger boxes will be sent on application.
CARTERS COLLECTIONS OF VARIOUS POPULAR
FLOWERS.
HARDY ANNUALS.
25 finest selected varieties, separate $1.50
1 2 finest selected varieites, separate 75
HALF-HARDY ANNUAL.
12 finest selected varieties, separate 1.00
HARDY PERENNIALS.
25 finest selected varieties, separate 1.75
12 finest selected varieties, separate 1.00
Other Flower Seeds not mentioned in this Catalogue can be supplied on
request.
CARTERS PERFUMES.
are the sweet scents, carefully and skilfully prepared, of old-time favourite English garden flowers. They are highly concentrated, and do not, like
inferior perfumes, become stale or stain fabrics.
Carters favourite perfumes of English garden flowers are: —
Clove Carnation Lilac.
Freesia Mignonette
Gardenia Moss Rose
Heliotrope Narcissus
Honeysuckle Parma Violet
Hyacinth
Carters Perfumes are supplied in bottles each being in a single dainty, but inexpensive box (the value being in the perfume)
at the following prices: —
Size
Sweet Pea Blossom
Wallflower
White Clover
White Rose
Wood Violet
Price per bottle
Price post paid
- No. 3.
Cut glass.
3.75
3.90
THE MEANING OF OUR TRADE-MARK.
The founder of our firm, James Carter, was, we believe, the first to guarantee the germination of his
Garden Seeds nearly a hundred years ago. The practice is still followed with the advantage of more
scientific and up-to-date methods. The sign, Carters Tested Seeds, seen in the photographs of our build-
ings, is in a significant position, as it is placed immediately over our Laboratories at Raynes Park, wherein
the scientific skill of our Botanists and Analyst, aided by the finest apparatus in the world (always open
to inspection), should assure for this title the very best recommendation. We were awarded the Large
Silver Medal for our own invented apparatus for Seed Testing at the recent Royal International Horti-
cultural Exhibition in London, and more recently awarded a Silver Cup by the Royal Horticultural
Society at Chelsea. All our seeds, after passing through our Laboratory Tests, are grown in our Grounds
at the same time as our customens grow them, to full maturity, so that we may assure ourselves of the
quality and trueness of each variety. By examining our trials from time to time we know exactly how
the produce of our Seeds should appear in the gardens of our customers all over the world, making allow-
ances for the various climates, and by the aid of our comparative tests (we try all seeds of repute), wc
assure ourselves that our customers are growing “the best and only the best” and “Tested.”
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON , MASS.
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BULBS FOR EARLY SPRING PLANTING,
FOR SUMMER AND AUTUMN FLOWERING.
AMARYLLIS.
A showy tribe of bulbous plants, and exceedingly effective for
conservatory decoration. Pot up the dry bulbs when received in
good loamy soil, and expect them to bloom the following summer, or
earlier if pushed on in heat. When potting, use a compost of turfy
loam and leaf-mould, coarse sand, and well-rotted cow-dung.
If by parcel post add postage at zone rates ; weights given against each
sort. Single bulbs mailed free.
Bella Donna ( Bella Donna Lily). — Soft pink. Weight 6 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00
Formoslsslma ( Jacobae Lily.) — Crimson. Weight 3 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00
Purpurea ( Vallota ). — Splendid scarlet. Weight 3 lb. per doz.
Each, 30; per doz., 3.00
Mixed Seedlings. — From choice sorts. Weight 6 lb. per doz.
Each, .75; per doz., 8.00
ARUM (Calla or Richardla).
The Arum Lily is a magnificent flower for decorative purposes
and can be easily grown in pots.
If by parcel post add Postage at zone rates ; weight 3 lb. per doz.
Single bulbs mailed free.
Mrs. Roosevelt. — This is an exceedingly hardy and beautiful variety
producing handsome soft lemon-coloured flowers and foliage of
dark green, marked with splendid transparent silver blotches,
making it a most attractive plant for decorative purposes.
Each, .35; per doz., 3.50
Dracunculus ( Dragon Arum). — Purple-black flowers, large leaves
with mottled stems Each, .25; per doz., 2.50
Large White Calla ( Trumpet Calla). — The best known and most
popular variety. Each, .25; per doz., 2.50
Elliottlana. — Yellow-flowering. Each, .40; per doz., 4.00
Sanctum or Black Calla. Each, .25; per doz 2.50
Carters Crown Jewels Double Begonia.
BEGONIAS.
// by Parcel Post add postage at zone rates; weight 7 lb. per 100. Dozens mailed free.
The tuberous-rooted Begonia has become a plant of such importance, owing to the rapid improvement it has undergone, that no garden or
greenhouse can be considered complete without it.
Tubers may be started into growth from January onwards, but the sudden plunging into a very hot temperature is not conducive to a good
strong plant, therefore they should be put into a medium temperature. Place them in boxes filled with leaf-mould, and as soon as the tubers are
started pot into small pots in a mixture of equal parts of leaf-soil and loam, with the addition of a little silver sand. When the roots reach the
sides of these pots they should be re-potted into a larger size, using a little heavier compost than before. After a few weeks again re-pot them,
this time into their flowering pots, using a compost of about two parts rich loam, one part leaf-mould, wjth'a little sand or broken mortar rubbl*
to keep the whole porous, and some broken charcoal and dried cow manure. Pot moderately firm, and place in a cool house, keeping it close foi
a few days until root action commences, afterwards giving ample air, and damping floors and stagings on warm days until flowering commences
CARTERS CROWN JEWELS BEGONIA
BULBS.
The blooms are of giant size, combined with Perfect form.
Carters Crown Jewels Begonias represent the highest state of
excellence both in single and double forms.
Binsrle Bog-on i as.— Choice named ...
Single Bogonias.— Choice seedlings
Double Begonias. — Choice named ...
Double Begonias. — Choice seedlings
Each. .65; per doz.. 6.50
Per doz., 4.50
Each, .65 ; per doz., 6.50
Per do*.. 4.50
SINGLE BEGONIAS.
Bright Scarlet. Dark Crimson. Pink.
Copper. Pure White. Yellow.
Mixed.— All colours.
Price of the above, per doz., .85 ; per 100, 0.00
DOUBLE BEGONIAS.
Copper. Red. Yellow*
Pink. Rose. White.
Mixed.— All colours.
Price of the above, per doz., 1.25; per 100, 8.00
CARTERS NEW FRINGED BEGONIAS
A magnificent single strain for bedding or for pots. Flowers very
large and of great substance, with the edges of each petal beautifully
frilled or fringed. A great improvement on the ordinary single
Begonia, and of particular value where the rather formal character
of ordinary Begonias is considered a disadvantage. The moderate
price enables them to be extensively used for bedding.
8carlet. Yellow. White.
Orange. Rose. 8almon.
Mixed.— All colours.
Price of the above, each. .[5; per doz. 1.50: per 100. 10.00.
GLOXINIA
// by Parcel Post add Postage at zone rates ; weight 4 lb. per 100.
This beautiful flowering plant is very popular and exceedingly
attractive in conservatory decoration. It has been greatly improved
in the size and colours of the blossoms in recent years, and includes
almost every shade. When grown from tubers it is treated
somewhat like the Begonia, although during the younger stages of
growth the plant prefers a moist, warm atmosphere. Directly the
flower buds commence to burst they may be transferred to a drier
situation, such as the conservatory staging affords. The soil recom-
mended should be of a rich, loamy description, mixed with sand and
leaf-mould, and they may be fed with liquid manure up to the time
the buds appear.
Our stock of Invincible Prize Gloxinias embraces the greatest
variety of colouring and form, including rich crimson, white, and
BULBS.
Single bulbs mailed free. All tor delivery after December 15 th.
blue grounds, elegantly mottled, and a great variety of beautiful
parti and self colours. The flowers are of immense substauce, and
will be found immeasurably superior to other strains.
Per Per , Per Pei
Each. doz. 100. Each. doz. 100.
Invincible Prixe. i Blue with white
— Unnamed ... .45 4.50.10.00 border ... ... .15 1.50 10.00
Invincible Prize. I Brilliant red ....15 1.50 10.00
— Choice named ... .65 6.50 45.50 Deep blue ... .15 1.50 10.00
White with blue Spotted 15 1.50 10.00
border 15 1.50 10.00 Red with white
White „ ... .15 1.50 10.00 1 border 15 1 50 10 00
Gladiolus An
Baron Hulot .
Gladiolus Halley.
Mrs. Francis King.
GLADIOLUS. — AUTUMN FLOWERING gladiolus
During the past few years giant strides have been made in the raising of new varieties in various shades of blue, red, pink, scarlet, crimson,
ye'low and white, and the sorts offered by us are selected for their splendid colouring and robust constitutions.
If by parcel post add .10 per doz. or .75 per 100. Single, bulbs mailed fra.
Doz.
100
1.000
America. — Pale pink throat tinted magenta.
.60
4.00
35.00
Annie Wlgman.- — Pale .Sulphur Yellow with
small blotch
1.00
7.50
Attraction. — Deep Rose with white throat
.75
5.00
45.00
Augusta. — White Tinted Rose, one of the best.
.50
3.50
32.00
Baron Hulot. — Deep Violet Blue slightly
streaked white
.85
6.00
Blanche. — A sterling white faintly marked,
flowers very large
2.50
18.00
Blue Vlstaj — A new clear glistening white with
distinct Iris Blue markings in throat. Very
beautiful
2.00
15.00
Charmer. — Large broad-petaled flower. Color,
mauve-pink with lighter shading in throat
2.00
15.00
Dawn.— Clear Shell Pink. Very beautiful
1.75
12.00
Empress of India. — Deep Maroon with dark
markings
1.50
10.00
Europa. — Finest White of perfect form with a
spike of wide open flowers (magnificent)
2.50
18.00
Fire King. — Rich Salmon Red intensely brilliant
1.50
10.00
Giant Pink. — A Dark Fink with brilliant throat
markings of deep red
.70
4.50
40.00
Halley. — Magnificent large flower, color light
salmon, throat and portion of three lower petals
flushed sulphur with magenta markings
.60
4.00
35.00
Independence. — A brilliant Begonia 'Pink with
throat richly marked
.60
4.00
35.00
Isaac Buchanan. — A splendid Yellow of dwarf
habit. Most attractive
1.25
8.00
Jean Dieulafoy.— A lovely Cream with dark
blotch. Excellent for display
1.75
12.00
Jean Bart. -Bright Crimson Red, ivory white
blotch
1.50
10.00
Kunderl Glory. — Delicate Blush Pink, lower
petals frilled and fluted.
1.00
7.50
70.00
Klondyke. — Clear Primrose Yellow with crimson
blotch. Flowers round on a good spike. An
early bloomer of dwarf habit
.75
5.00
45.00
Lily Lehman. — Pale Sulphur Yellow, passing to
cream with rose flakings
1.50
10.00
Loveliness. -A Clear Cream tinted sulfrans pink.
Very soft and delicate flowers, large and well
formed on spike
1.50
10.00
May. — Pure White delicately flaked rose excellent
for early flowering
3.50
25.00
Melrose. — Very large and fine flower. Color,
white flaked pink with bright crimson centre.
1.75
12.00
Mrs. A. C. Beal. — A Clear Buff Yellow with dis-
tinct tongue of scarlet on lower petals. A very
graceful spike
2.00
15.00
Mrs. Beecher. — A Deep Rosy Crimson with
white throat. Flowers large
1.50
10.00
Mrs. Francis King.— Salmon Scarlet shaded
lower petals crimson blotched
.50
3.50
30.00
Mrs. Frank Pendelton. — Flushed Salmon Pink
with rraroon blotch
1.50
10.00
Niagara. — Cream deeply suffused pink
1.50
10.00
Panama. — Rose pink. Beautiful flower. .
.90
6. 50
60.00
Peace. — Splendid large white flower with pink
flush, lower petals feathered mauve
1.00
7.50
65.00
Pink Perfection. — Lovely Pale Pink shade.
Very beautiful
1.50
10.00
Doz. 100 1,000
Princeps. — Blood Red Crimson with white
blotch on lower petals 1.00 7.50 70.00
Rochester White. — A splendid Pure White . . 2.00 15.00
Rosella. — A large open delicate Mauve flowered
stained purple white 2.00 15.00
Scarsdale. — A long graceful spike of deepjacinthe
shading to lavender with rose tintings .. 1.00 7.00 65.00
Schwaben. — The largest and strongest flowered
Yellow grown. Citron Yellow with purple
tongue on lower petals. Highly recommended. 2.50 18.00
Snow King. — One of the finest pure White intro-
ductions 1.00 6.50 60.00
Victory. — Sulphur Yellow deeply shaded on
lower petals 1.00 6.50 60.00
War. — Deep Blood Red shaded very deep crimson 5.50 40.00
Wild Rose. A very remarkable variety, color
bright rose with blush tint blending beautifully 1.75 12.00
Willy Wlgman. — Delicate Cream with dark reel
blotch 85 6.00 55.00
Winsome. — Large round flowers of exquisite
blush pink shaded carmine throat blotched
crimson 2.25 16.00
CARTERS IMPROVED BUTTERFLY GLADIOLUS.
By careful hybridization and selection we have succeeded in pro-
ducing a most unique strain of hybrid Gladioli containing an almost
endless variety of colours. The new blue shades are in pleasing pro-
portion, as are the more delicate cream and rose ground varieties.
Carters Butterfly Strain, although large-flowered, is quite free from
any suggestion of coarseness.
Strong Flowering Bulbs.
Per doz., .55; per 100, 3.50; per 1,000, 30.00
HYBRID MIXTURES.
Prlmullnus Hybrids. — Showing exquisite color-
ings from soft, primrose to clear rose
Prlmullnus Hybrids.— Yellow and Orange
shades a beautiful combination of these shades
Groff’s Hybrids. — A splendid mixture of the
large flowered hybrids
Carter’s Pink and Rose Mixed
Carter’s White and Blush Shades Mixed
Carter’s Scarlet and Crimson Shades Mixed
Carter’s Orange and Yellow Shades Mixed
Carters Striped and Variegated Shades Mixed
Gandavensls Hybrids. -Choice mixed, embracing
Per doz., .40; per 100, 2.
Lemolne’s Blotched Varieties.
Per doz., .40; per 100, 2.
Chlldsl. — Finest mixed hybrids.
Per doz., .50; per 100, 3.
.60
4.00
35.00
.85
6.00
50.00
.40
2.50
22.50
.45
3.00
25.00
.50
5. >5
27.00
.40
2.50
22.50
.75
6.00
55 00
.45
3.00
25.00
all shades of colour.
50; per 1,000, 20.00
50; per 1,000 20.0G
25; per 1,000, 27.50
SCARLET BRENCHLEYENSIS.
Large handsome spikes of brilliant scarlet. This popular variety
still holds its own on account of its vivid colouring and fine spike,
the flowers opening uniform, and giving superb effect in borders.
We offer some exceedingly fine bulbs.
Monster Bulbs. Per doz., .45; per 100, 3.00; per 1,000, 25.00
Large Bulbs. Per doz., .35; per 100, 2.25; per 1,000, 17.50
HYACINTHUS CANDICANS.
A tall-growing bulbous plant, with long spear-like leaves. Planted
in shrubberies or borders from autumn to early spring on rich soil, it
throws up a candelabra-like spike of white bell-shaped flowers the
following summer which are very effective, and make a splendid back-
ground for Gladiolus. lit. from 3 to 5 ft.
If by parcel post add postage at zone rates ; weight 20 lb. per 100.
Per doz., .50; per 100, 3.50; per 1,000, 30.00.
Lilium Auratum.
Lilium Speciosum rubrum.
CARTERS LILIUM AURATUM.
The beautiful Golden-rayed. Lily of Japan.
This grand Lily has now been brought to such a popular price
that it should be largely grown in every garden. In soils suitable to
its taste it will thrive in increased vigour each season in borders,
and should be extensively cultivated in such spots. It can be seen
in its full beauty in association with ornamental shrubs and bold-
loaved herbaceous plants. It flowers rather later in summer than
6ome of its relations.
We have again made arrangements for large consignments of this
beautiful Lily to reach us direct from the growers, and are certain to
handle the pick of the Japanese harvest.
All bulbs are carefully sorted by hand, and are examined person-
ally before despatch.
Fine Gigantic Bulbs. — 11 to 13. Weight 7 lb. per doz.
Each, .30; per doz., 3.00; per 100, 20.00
Large Bulbs. — 9 to 11. Weight 5 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 15.00
Good Flowering Bulbs. — 8 to 9. Weight 3 lb. per doz.
Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
If by Parcel post add postage at zone rates ; the weights being given
against each subject. Single bulbs mailed free.
CARTERS LILIUM SPECIOSUM
Next to the Lilium Auratum we must place the Lancifolium or
Specio8um so exquisite in form and so easily cultivated. Specimens
frequently may be seen flowering on balconies in the large cities late
in summer, and coming at a time of year when flowers are somewhat
scarce makes it doubly welcome. It thrives well out in the border,
and, with its pure chaste white, orange, crimson-spotted, and rose-
spotted flowers, is very attractive.
Speclosum album. — Splendid pure white. Ht. 3 ft. 9 to 11.
Weight, 3 lb. per doz. Each, .30; per doz., 3.00; per 100, 20.00
Speclosum roseum. — White, spotted light rose. Ht., 3 ft. 9 to 11.
Weight 3 lb. per doz. Each, .20; per doz., 2.25; per 100, 16.00
Speclosum rubrum. — White ground, heavily spotted crimson.
Ht. 3 ft. 9 to 11. Weight 4 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.25; per 100, 16.00
Speclosum album Kraetzerl. — Finest pure white variety. Ht.
3 to 4 ft. 9 to 11. Weight 3 lb. per doz.
Each, .30; per doz., 3.00; per 100, 20.00
'ipeclosum Henryll. — The orange yellow Speciosum; soft orange
vellow. Ht. 7 to 8 ft. 9 to 11. Weight 4 lb. per doz.
Each, .70; per doz., 7.00; per 100, 51.00
Speclosum Mtelipompne. — Very beautiful; spotted rich crimson.
Ht. 3 ft. 9 to 1 1 . W eight 4 Vo. per doz.
Each, .25; per doz., 2.50; per 100, 18.00
Speclosum magnlflcum. — Spotted dark crimson; a very fine
variety, rather richer in colour than Milt'ornem. and slightly earlier.
Hu. 4 ft. 9 to 11. Weight 4 lb. per doz.
Each, .25; per doz., 2.50; per M0* 38.00
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LILIUMS IN VARIETY
If by parcel post add postage at zone rales ; the weights being given
against each subject. Single bulbs mailed free.
Batemanlae. — Clear orange apricot. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 14.00
Canadense ( Canadian Lily). — Reddish orange to yellow, black
spots. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
Croceum (< Orange Lily). — Brilliant orange, spotted dark crimson,
flowering in June. Ht. 3 to 4 ft. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 14.00
Elegans Prince of Orange. — Orange, spotted black. Ht. 1$ ft.
Weight 1 lb. per doz. Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
Elegans atrosangulneum. — Dark crimson. Ht. 1$ ft. Weight
1 lb. per doz. Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 14.00
Elegans Aurantiacum Vernum. — Clear apricot color without spots
or flakes. Very fine. Doz., 2.25; Per 100, 16.00
Japonlcum Brown I. — White, trumpet-shaped, outer petals tinged
with brown. Ht. 3 ft. Weight 3 lb. per doz.
Each, .50; per doz., 5.00; per 100, 35.00
Pardallnum. — Tall handsome variety; orange scarlet, spotted
black; extra strong. Ht. 5 to 6 ft. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
Superbum. — Rich orange, with dark spots. Ht. 4 to 5 ft.
Each, .20; per doz., 1.75; per 100, 14.00
Tlgrlnum, II. pl. — Rich orange scarlet, crimson spots; very double.
Ht. 3 to 4 ft. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
Tlgrlnum Fortunll. — Bright orange scarlet, brown spotted, Ht.
4 to 5 ft. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
Tlgrlnum splendens. — Rich orange scarlet, densely studded with
bright crimson spots. Strong bulbs. Ht. 3 to 4 ft. Weight 2 lb.
per doz. Each, .15; per doz., 1.50; per 100, 10.00
Umbellatum. — Varied shades of orange and orange scarlet. Ht.
2 to 3 ft. Weight 2 lb. per doz.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 15.00
LILY OF THE VALLEY
A crown is the description given to a single rootlet. They are
generally sold in bundles of 25, and are the best for pots and forcing.
When throwing up blossoms grown in this manner, they are most
serviceable in a number of ways for decorative purposes. A clump
is a large conglomerated mass of roots that will throw up a quantity
of flowering spikes, either forced or when planted out of doors. Clumps
are preferred for a permanent bed in the garden.
If by parcel post add postage at zone rates; weight of cronvn 2 lb. per
bundle of 25, 6 lb. per 100; weight of clumps 5 lb. each.
Carters Finest Selected Crowns. — For forcing. In bundles of 25.
Per Bundle, 1.00; per 100, 3.50; per 1.000. 32.00
Good Flowering Crowns.
Per 25, .85; per 100, 3.00; per 1,000, 28.00
Large Clumps. — Very fine. Each, .35; per doz . 3.50.
RETARDED LILY OF THE VALLEY
By availing ourselves of the modern method of cold storage we are
enabled to supply forcing roots ot this pretty decorative plant through-
out the year. One advantage these retarded roots have over those
handled in the ordinary way is the Quick time in which the flowers
are produced. We have seen dormant crowns put into heat and
brought into beautiful bloom within three weeks, but we recom-
mend from four to five weeks as the average time for a pertect flower
spike.
Giant Flowering
Retarded Crowns for all Seasons.
Per 100, 4.00; per 500, 18.00; per 1,000, 34.00
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MONARCH OF THE EAST.
(As originally named and offered by us.)
DOUBLE SWEET-SCENTED
TUBEROSES.
This remarkable plant exhibits one of those extraordinary traits in
Nature ♦‘.at few are able to understand, for the magnificent flowers
actually come out of the dry bulb without being placed in soil and
water.
The flower sheath some-
times reaches a length of
nearly 2 ft., is of a red-
brown colour, tipped with
red and yellow, whilst the
Inner parts of the flower
are equally as brilliant.
The bulb of this extra-
ordinary plant needs only
to be placed in some fancy
receptacle, without
water, in a warm room,
or on a mantelshelf, when
without showing either
leaves or roots, the flower
makes its appearance
early in the year, thriving
entirely upon the nourish-
ment contained within the
bulb.
Directly after the flower
fades, and a growth appears
to be coming from the bulb,
it should be potted in a
large pot in rich soil and
freely watered. Later on
an umbrella-shaped leaf
Monarch of Bulb and will be formed on a stout
the Bast. Decorated Bowl. stalk. spotted with a
granite-like colour, and sometimes reaching a height of 3 ft.
If by Parcel post add Postage at zone rates ; weight of bulbs.
2 lb. each : weight of bulb and bowl. 3 lb. each, packed.
Extra Strong Bulbs Each, .25; per doz., 2.50
Decorated China Bowls, for placing these Bulbs in.
Each, .25 and .35
MONTBRETIA.
The Montbretias are very pretty tuberous-rooted flowering plants,
bearing showy spikes of blossom during August. Very useful for
cutting. They are easily grown in a sunny open border, or indoors
in pots. When established in borders a wealth of spikes may be
expected.
If by parcel post add postage at Zone rates ; weight 3 lb. per 100.
Dozens mailed free.
Crocosmlaefflora. — Scarlet and orange shaded.
Per doz., .25; per 100, 1.50
Eldorado. — Fine deep orange yellow.
Per doz., .25; per 100, 1.50
Elegans. — Yellow and vermilion.
Per doz., .30; per 100, 1.75
Etolle de Feu. — Vermilion, golden centre.
Per doz., .25; per 100, 1.50
George Davidson. — Golden yellow, fine handsome flower.
Per doz., 1.00; per 100, 7.00
Golden Sheaf or Gerbe d’Or.
Per doz., .25; per 100, 1.50
Lady Hamilton. — Distinct yellow, with golden centre; very effective
variety, with erect habit Award of Merit, R.H.S.
Each, .25; per doz., 2.50
Pottsll. — Scarlet. Per doz., 25; per 100, 1.50
Pyramldalls.— Apricot. Per doz., .30; per 100, 1.75
Rayon d’Or. — Golden yellow, shaded orange, crimson centre
Per doz., .25; per 100, 1.50
Rosoa. — Soft pink; beautiful.
Per doz., .30; per 100, 1.75
Mixed. — ('ontaining a fine variety of colours.
Per doz., .25 ; per 100, 1.50
CARTERS CATALOGUE OF BULBS
Contains particulars of beautiful Bulbous Flowers
for Autumn Planting and Spring Flowering.
Do you receive a copy t If not, please write us.
Beautiful pure white flowers.
The Sweet-scented Double White Tuberose ( Polianthes tuberoaa )
has be'- ime exceedingly popular. They possess both a character and
a penurne distinct from
any oilier flower, and can
be induced to bloom at
various seasons. At one
time they were only obtain-
able from the south of
Europe; now they are
specially cultivated in
different parts of the world,
and can easily be forced
into bloom for the Easter
festivals. Those who do
not cultivate these flowers
for winter decoration can
procure the bulbs in the
spring, when they will
come into flower during
the summer. The double-
flowered Tuberose may be
had in succession by
potting the tubers and
standing them in a cold
frame, covering th-i« 4 in.
deep with cocoanui >*re
refuse; but they will sta r :
much more quickly and
with greater certainty in
a gentle bottom heat.
Carters Extra Larere Bulbs Per doz.. .50; per 100. 3.00
If by parcel Post add Postage at zone rates ; weight of bulba,
10 lb. Per 100.
SPIRAEA.
The dorm'.nt roots or clumps can be placed singly into 6-in. pots
or a size larger if necessary. If given plenty of water as soon as they
commence to grow, and kept in heat, they will become effective very
quickly.
Snowdrift. — Produces in profusion a mass of elegant feathery white
blossoms of the greatest value for decorative purposes.
Each, .25; per doz., 2.50; per 100, 16.00
Gladstone. — Beautiful snow-white flakes of blossom; large and
compact. Each, .25; per doz., 2.50; per 100, 16.00
Astllboldes florlbunda. — An improved form; very free flowering.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 14.00
Japonlca. — Extra strong clumps for forcing or borders. Valuable
for table decoration. Each, .20; per doz., 2.00; per 100, 14.00
Double Ttiberoa e.
THREE CHARMING SPIRAEA NOVELTIES
Queen Alexandra. — Produces long, feathery plumes of bright pink
flowers. Each, .25; per doz., 2.50; per 100, 16.00
Peach Blossom. — Produces flowers of a lighter shade of pink than
the foregoing variety. Extensively used for house and table decora-
tion. Large, dormant roots.
Each, .20; per doz., 2.50; per 100, 16.00
Avalanche. — Very fine new variety, having large trusses of pure
white flower. Strongly recommended.
Each, .30; per doz., 3.00; per 100, 20.00
If by parcel Post add postage at Zone rates’, weight 2 lb. each.
TIGRIDIA (Tiger or Shell Flower).
Some beautiful hybrids of this showy flower have appeared during
recent years. The bulbs, which are supplied in a dry state, are
usually planted in pots in April, or in groups in the garden in a
rich, sunny border. They maintain a succession of bloom throughout
the summer and early autumn, when they must be taken up and
placed in dry sand to winter.
Canarlensls. — Yellow, spotted . .
. . Per doz..
.30;
per
100,
2.00
Grandlflora alba. — White, spotted -
beautiful.
Per doz.,
.30;
per
100,
2.00
Lllacea. — Purplish lilac, spotted
Per doz.,
.30
per
100,
2.00
Immaculata alba. — Pure white. .
Per doz.,
.25
per
100,
1.50
Pa von la ( Tiger Flower). — Scarlet
Per doz.,
.25;
per
100,
1.50
Rosea. — Bright rose
Per doz.,
.30;
per
100,
2.00
Speciosa. — Red and yellow. .
Per doz..
.30;
per
100,
2.00
Immaculata lutea. — Pure yellow
Per doz.,
.30;
per
100,
2.00
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AIDS TO SUCCESSFUL GARDENING.
BLIGHT AND INSECT DESTROYERS, REMEDIES, ETC.
(Application instruction on all containers.)
Abol Insecticide. A well known English non-poisonous insecticide
and fungicide, very strongly recommended.
qt., 1.25; * gal., 2.25; 1 gal., 4.00
Aphlne, used with much success on Red spider, thrip, white, green
and black fly pt., .65; 1 qt., 1.00; gal., 2.75
Aphis Punk Nlkoteen, a well-known tobacco paper much in demand
and used with great satisfaction generally. Put up in boxes each
containing 12 sheets. Box of 12 sheets, .75; carton of 12 boxes, 7.50
Arsenate of Lead, paste considered a most economical insecticide
for leaf-eating insects, mixes easily; kills quickly and will not burn
foliage. lb., .40; 5 lb., 1.75; 10 lb., 3.00; 25 lb., 6.50; 50 lb., 12.50
Black Leaf Forty, a highly concentrated solution of Nicotine sulphate
Strongly recommended for use on all aphis and sucking insects.
1 oz. bottle, .25; * lb. tin, .75; 2 lb., 2.50; 10 lb., 10.75
Bordeaux Mixture, Liquid, for blight, mildew, rust, scab and fungus
diseases. Also acts as a deterrent to insects on fruit and vegetables.
1 qt., .50; gal., 1.25; 5 gal., 5.00; 10 gal., 9.50
Bordeaux Mixture, Dry, used in the same manner as liquid Bordeaux
and for the same affections. 1 lb. makes 5 gal. of liquid.
1 lb., .45; 5 lb., 2.00; 10 lb., 3.75; 25 lb., 8.50
Bowkers Pyrox. The best and safest all-round spray against all
leaf-eating insects, prevents blight and fungus troubles on evergreen,
deciduous or fruit trees without injury to fruits, highly recommended.
1 lb., .40; 5 lb., 1.75; 10 lb., 3.25; 25 lb., 7.50; 50 lb., 14 00
Bug Death, used in place of paris green. It is claimed to have the
same effect. The manufacturers claim it also acts as a fertilizer
as well as a insecticide. Apply in dry powdered form as purchased.
We recommend its application by the (Dickv Bug Death Shaker) .
1 lb., .25; 3 lb., .65; 5 lb., .85; 12* lb.. 1.75
Bug Death Shakers (Dickey’s), a tin cylinder which holds about
3 lbs. of Bug Death Powder Price, .35
Carter’s Lawn Sand, a combination of fine sand and finely ground
and dried chemicals; which destroys shallow rooted weeds in lawns.
5 lb., .60; 10 lb., 1.00; 25 lb., 2.25; 100 lb., 8.50
Carterlte Weed Killer, specially prepared formula for the destruc-
tion of daisies and fleshy rooted weeds.
5 lb., .65; 10 lb., 1.20; 25 lb., 2.50; 100 lb., 9.00
Cooper Solution, a very practical and useful fungicide for mildew,
blight, and rust on fruit, flowers and vegetables. 1 qt. makes 25
gals, of spraying solution. 1 qt., 1.25; 1 gal., 3.75; 5 gal., 15.00
Cattle Comfort, a successful remedy against insects which annoy
horses, cattle, dogs, etc. Destroys lice on poultry and is healing to
all animal and poultry sores. 1 qt., .60; * gal., 1.00; gal., 1.75
Creosote, unequaled for destroying the eggs of Gipsy moths and
similar insects, extensively used in Forestry work.
1 qt., .30; 1 gal., 1.00; 5 gal., 3.75
Cut Worm Killer, a prepared powder for sprinkling near plants Its
odor is enticing and cut-worms take to it in preference to vegetation.
Chickens and birds are not effected by eating the worm killed by
this powder. 1 lbybox, .30; 5 lb. box, 1.25; 25 lb. box, 5.00
Fir Tree Oil Soap, very much like fir tree oil except that it is in
a soap form. Dissolve according to direction in warm water and
use as a spray or wash. * lb., .50; 1 lb., .85; 2 lb. can, 1.50
Fish Oil Soap, used extensively for all forms of scale, is an excellent
spring and summer spray and can be used with success when stronger
preparations are dangerous. Dilute in water and use as a spray or
wash. 1 lb., .25; 5 lb., 1.00; 14 lb. bucket, 2.50
Flowers of Sulphur, very serviceable for greenhouse use, a great
help in checking mildew, also used with lime and salt as a remedy
for scale. 1 lb., .15; 10 lb., 1.25; 25 lb., 3.00; 100 lb., 10.00
Formaldehyde used to prevent fungoid diseases such as potato scab
and blight, grain and corn smut, etc. The dilution for most pur-
poses is 1 to 15 or 20 gal. of water. About 1* gal. of this will treat 1
bushel of potatoes. .. 1 pt., .50; 1 qt., .85; 1 gal., 2.50
Funglne, an infallible remedy for mildew, rust, wilt, stem-rot and
other blights affecting flowers, fruits and vegetables. Is effective
under glass or outdoors. * pt., .40; 1 pt., .65; qt., 1.00; gal., 3.50
Grape Dust, Hammonds, used to prevent the spread of mildew,
mold, rust, mite, black spot and other foliage diseases; is effective
under glass or outdoors. 5 lb. packages, .75; 10 lb., 1.25; 25 lb., 3.00
Hellebore (Powdered), an excellent preparation for the destruction of
rose-bugs, currant worms and other soft shelled insects. Apply
either dry or in liquid form. J lb., .25; * lb., .45; 1 lb., .75; 5 lb., 3.50
Herbicide — Weed Killer, harmless to stone, woodwork, or shoes and
perfectly odorless. For use only in roadways, paths and gutters.
One thorough application will kill all weeds and roots of same; the
best time to apply is shortly after a rain. One gallon when diluted
1 to 40 parts water will cover 100 to 150 square yards.
1 qt., .60; 1 gal., 2.00; 5 gal., 8.00; 25 gal. cask, 30.00
Imperial Soap Spray, one of the best insecticides for the destruction
of all sucking insects. Contains no mineral poison and can be used
safely on all flowers, plants and trees. 1 gal. diluted will make 30 to
35 gals, for spraying. 1 qt., .75; 1 gal., 2.50; 5 gal., 9.50
Kerosene Emulsion (Liquid), for scale and all sucking insects which
infest flowering plants, vegetables, small fruits, shrubs and roses.
Dilute 1 to 30 parts water. Pt. .30; 1 qt., .50; 1 gal., 1.50; 5 gal., 5.50
Lemon Oil Insecticide, one of the best and cheapest insecticides
on the market, used by the leading growers. It destroys mealy-
bug, scale, thrip, red-spider, green and black fly. Very highly re-
commended . 1 pt., .65; 1 qt., 1.00; 1 gal., 3.50; 5 gal., 15.00
Lime Sulphur Solution, for the destruction of the San-Jose and
other forms of scale. 1 gal. makes 10 to 15 gal. of spray, Can be
used cither as a winter or a summer spray; for summer spray dilute
1 to 25. 1 qt., .40; 1 gal., 1.00; 5 gal., 3.75; 10 gals., 6.50
Nlco Fume Liquid, this preparation is for both spraying and vapor-
izing in much the same way as Nicoticide and is used by the leading
growers. J pt. .50,; 1 pt. 1.50; * gal. 5.75; 1 gal. 10.75
Nlco Fume Paper, this is a paper treated with nicotine which gives
off dense fumes of strong nicotine when ignited. Very much pre-
ferred by many who do not care to spray or vaporize.
Per box of 24 sheets, .85; 144 sheets, 4.00; 288 sheets, 7.50
Nicoticide, a wonder insecticide generally used for spray or vapor-
izing purposes. (Special fumigating lamp for this purpose sold at
1.00 each.) Nicoticide is 1 very effective in destroying thrip, aphis,
white fly, green fly, red spider, etc.
1 pt., .75; $ pt., 1.35; 1 pt., 2.50; * gal., 8.75; 1 gal., 16.00
Nicoticide Fumlgator and Lamp Complete, for vaporizing 1.00
Nlkoteen, one of the best forms of nicotine preparations. Used ex-
tensively for spraying and vaporizing. A very successful remedy
for the pea lice so troublesome in the vegetable gardens. Dilute with
water as per directions, Jpt., .45 ;]1 pt., 1.50; * gal., 5.50; 1 gal., 10.50
Paris Green, the chief merit of this article is its deadly effect on the
potatoe bug and on all leaf eating insects. When used in liquid
form use 1 pound to 50 gals, of* water. And'in dry form mix 1 lb.
with 50 lbs. of Land Plaster. J lb., .20; * lb., .35; 1 lb., .65; 5 lb., 3.00
Readeana Rose Bug Exterminator, used for destroying rose bugs,
green fly, black fly, mealy bug, mildew, etc.
4 oz. bottle, .35; 8 oz. bottle, .60; 24 oz. can, 1.50; 1 gal., 4.50
Scalaclde, one of the best scale destroyers on the market and very
extensively used by Forestry Dept, of Cities and Towns. Use one
gal. Scalacide to 20 gals, of water. This preparation does not
clog nozzles of hose or pumps and is easily prepared for use.
1 qt., .50; * gal., .85; 1 gal., 1.50; 5 gal.. 6.25; 10 gal., 11.00
Slug Shot (Hammonds), a standard remedy for rose slugs, currant
and cabbage worms and all insects that infest the vegetable or
flower garden. 1 lb., .20; 5 lb., .60; 10 lb.. 1.00; 100 lb.. 8.75
Sulpho Tobacco Soap, a combination of tobacco extract and sul-
phur, non-injurious to the tenderest plants. Excellent for destruc-
tion of all insects effecting soft-wooded and flowering plants. Dis-
solve in warm water. 3 oz. pkg., .10; 8 oz. pkg., .25; 1 lb., .45
Sulphate off Copper (Blue Stone), used extensively for Insecticide
formulas .... 1 lb., .25; 5 lb., 1.00; 25 lb.. 4.00
Tobacco Dust (For Burning), used by all the leading florists.
1 lb., .10; 10 lb., .75; 50 lb.. 3.00; 100 lb., 5.50
Tobacco Dust (for Dusting), used with much success on all vege-
tables and flowering effected by lice or caterpillars.
1 lb., .10; 101b., .75; 50 lb.. 2.75; 100 lb.. 5.00
Tobacco Stems, for fumigating or mulching. Is used as a mulch
around sweet peas and other plants to prevent destruction by the
cut or wire worm. 25 lb., 1.00; 100 lb. sack, 2.75; bale, 4.75
Tree Tanglefoot, a safeguard for trees, vines and shrubs against
gypsy, brown tail and Tussock Moth, Caterpillars. Also against
Cankerworm, Ants, Borers, and other creeping insects.
1 lb., .45; 3 lb., 1.20; 10 lb., 3.50; 20 lb., 6.50
Vermine, a soil sterilizer and germicide for all soil verminc, destroys
effectually white grub, cut worm, cel worm, wire worm, slugs,
maggots, wood lice, and ants. Used extensively in the greenhouses,
gardens, lawns. * pt., .40; 1 pt., .75; 1 qt., 1.25; 1 gal., 3.50
Weed Killer, Stirllngworth, one of the best weed destroyers offered,
very effective on driveways, gravel or dirt walks. 1 lb. makes 10
gal. of liquid. 1 lb. .60; 3 lb., 1.50; 5 b., 2.25
Worm Eradicator, a preparation for removing earth worms from
lawns, putting greens, tennis courts, etc. It at the same time acts
as a stimulant and gives new life and color to the turf. Plenty of
water should be used in washing this powder into the turf. For
this operation select a day when the worms are working near the
surface. Following a good rain is the ideal time. Special circular
on request. 25 lb., 3.50; 50 lb.. 5.75; 100 lb., 10.00
XL All Liquid Insecticide, this well-known English preparation
kills mealy bug, red spider, green and black fly. caterpillars and
all insect pests in the greenhouse or gardens. It is perfectly safe to
use on all plants and is known as the perfect insecticide for spray-
ing purposes and goes further than any other.
Pt., .85; qt., 1.50; * gal., 2.75; 1 gal., 5.00
XL All Vaporizing Compound, an English patent claimed to be
the easiest ,the most effectual and the cheapest method of fumigating
greenhouses or frames. Bottle sufficient for fumigating 10.000
cubic feet. 2.50
For fumigating 20,000 cubic feet 4.75
XL All Fumlgator and Lamp, complete 100
and the constant advance in the cost of materials.
NOTICE. — Owing to the present difficulties in obtaining supplies ,
the above prices are subject to change ivithout notice.
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CARTERS HORTICULTURAL REQUISITES.
FARMOGERM THE STANDARD INOCULATION
For Alfalfa, Clovers, Peas, Beans, Vetch, and Sweet Peas.
What Farmogerm is
Farmogerm is a pure culture, or
growth of nitrogen-fixing bacteria that
have been selected and bred up to trans-
form large amounts of nitrogen from
the air into soluble nitrates. These
bacteria are grown in a jelly, or food, in
which they remain active for long
periods of time, and sent out in a bottle
which admits the necessary supply of
pure air, yet keeps out destructive con-
taminations. If alfalfa can be grown
on hot, sandy land of South New Jersey
why can’t you grow it?
What Farmogerm W 7 ill Do
Unless the soil is very acid or wet,
Farmogerm will :
1. Increase the yield and quality of
legume crops, giving quicker growth
and earlier maturity.
2. Increase the food value of
legumes.
3. Make legumes grow in new locali-
ties where they cannot otherwise be
grown successfully.
4. Supply nitrates to other crops
growing with the inoculated legume
crop.
5. Enrich the soil for future crops,
thereby increasing the permanent value
of the farm. Better crops — better soil
— less fertilizer — less labor.
Increased Crops are a well-established certainty in all instances where
inoculations are used together with proper culture methods. Not only is the
crop increased in weight, but in its richness. The United States Department
of Agriculture, Bulletin No. 71, substantiates these statements. Why not
increase your farm yields without extra labor and at practically no extra cost?
Fertilizer Values of well-inoculated legumes have long been determined.
It is shown in Bulletin No. 71, issued by the United States Department of
agriculture that tests covering a large part of the country prove that legumes
will deposit 1,000 lbs. of nitrates per acre. This means that your most expen-
sive commercial fertilizer is absolutely unnecessary when you plant legumes,
perfectly inoculated, sown and planted in properly prepared land.
Peas, Beans and Sweet Peas will yield earlier, longer, and better when
treated with Farmogerm. Farmogerm is endorsed by Farmers, Federal and
State Agricultural Departments, and private estate owners and superintendents.
It is delivered to you in bottles, ready for use. You can inoculate the seed
for ten acres in ten minutes.
PRICES
5 acre bottles., 9.00. 1 acre bottles, 2.00. Garden bottles, .50.
“I have been recommended to you by the Massachusetts Agricultural
Experiment Station, Amherst, Mass., the use of your culture to inoculate the
soil for alfalfa, insteaa of soil that hasgrown alfalfa.” — R. Gillespie, Hopkin-
ton, Mass.
When ordering Farmogerm state clearly if it is required either for Alfalfa,
Garden Beans, Garden Peas, Sweet Peas, Clovers, Vetches, Soya Beans,
Cow Peas or all crops.
HOW FARMOGERM IS USED
The best way to use Farmogerm is by inoculating the
seed before planting. It comes to you ready for use, and
all you have to do is to mix the Farmogerm with a little
water and sprinkle it on the seed and mix the seed until
all are moist. Then'plant in the usual manner as soon as
possible after the seeds are dry enough to handle. Any
long delay means loss of bacteria and poorer inoculation.
The bottles of Farmogerm are intentionally only about
one-third full. Full directions for use accompany each
bottle.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-106
While the operation of inoculating the seeds with
Farmogerm is very simple, yet a reasonable amount of
care should be taken, and the directions given should
be carefully followed to secure the best results.
If the crop has already been planted and inocula-
tion is desirable, Farmogerm may be used by diluting it
with water and mixing it with some soil taken from the
planted field, and then distributing the inoculated soil
on the field. By using soil from the planted field, all
danger of introducing weeds and plant diseases is avoided,
as by this plan new soil is not spread on the field.
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CHEMICALS, FERTILIZERS, MANURES, ETC.
Ashes, Canada Hardwood, apply this material at the rate of one to
two tons per acre, according to necessity. One good application
will do more good than numerous applications of small quantities.
100 lb. bag, 2.00; $ ton, 15.00; ton, 28.00
Blood Dried, splendid for the culture of flowering plants such as
carnations, roses, snapdragons, chrysanthemums, etc. Contains
high percentage of nitrogen.
10 lb.. 1.50; 25 lb., 3.00; 50 lb., 5.50; 100 lb., 10.00
Bone Fertilizer (Fine Ground), a fine ground bone of the best
quality available.As a top dressing for roses It has no equal. Is
also used extensively in soils for chrysanthemums, carnations,
snapdragons, etc.
10 lb., .60; 25 lb., 1.25; 50 lb., 2.25; 100 lb., 3.50; ton, 55.00
Bone, for vines and large fruits. Strongly recommended to high
grade fruit growers. 28 lb., 1.75; 56 lb.. 3.25; 112 lb., 6.00
Bradleys Special Potatoe Manure.— Use in the hills or drills, mix
well into soil before planting. Second application can be scattered
on about July 1st. . . ■ .. 100 1b. bag, 4.00; ton, 65.00
Bradleys Special Manure, for vegetables. For use on all truck and
farm crops. Use at the rate of one ton per acre.
100 lb., 4.00; ton, 65.00
Bradleys Special Manure, for corn. Especially desirable for sweet
corn, fodder corn, millet, etc. Use broadcast at rate of 1 ,000 lbs. per
acre. . ; • 100 lb., 3.50; ton, 55.00
Bradleys Special, for grass and grain. As a top dressing use at the
rate of 1,000 lb. to acre and broadcast it. 100 lb., 4.00; ton, 65.00
Bradleys Extra Complete Manure, suitable for all vegetables,
flowers, plants and shrubs. Scatter on surface and work in with
rake or hoe. Use 800 lbs. to the acre. 100 lb., 4.50; ton, 70.00
Bradleys XL Super-phosphate of Lime. For use on soils where
lime is deficient use from 1,000 lbs. to acre. 100 lb., 3.50; ton, 55.00
Bradleys Corn Phosphate. — Broadcast at the rate of 1.000 lbs. to
acre on light soil and 800 lbs. on heavy soil. 100 lb., 3.00; ton, 50.00
Carters Plant Fertilizer or (Veg-Vita), a highly concentrated
plant food sold only in sealed packages and especially recommended
for Greenhouse and House plants. . . Can, .30 and .50 each
Carters Complete Grass Manure, No. 1, a complete grass food
as it contains all that is necessary for the growth of fine grasses.
Docs not force or burn, use at rate of 2 oz. to square yard and rake
into the surface before seeding.
100.1b., 6.50; \ ton, 62.50; 1 ton, 120.00
Carters General Purpose Manure, No. 3, specially prepared for
the rejuvenating of lawns or for areas where a strong tough, hard
wearing turf is required. Use at the rate of 600 lb. per acre.
100 lb.. 5.25; * ton, 50.00; 1 ton, 98.00
Carters Anti Clover Manure, No. 2, this preparation is also a
complete grass food. Its constituents are so balanced that it effec-
tually checks the growth of clover. Sow at the rate of 2 oz. per square
yard mixing with two or three times its own bulk of sifted soil when
treating the lawns. 100 lb., 6.75; J ton, 65.00; 1 ton, 125.00
Carters Tip Top Fertilizer, a fertilizer which is very much in de-
mand by market gardeners and florists for all commercial growing
purposes 100 lb. bag, 3.75; $ ton, 35.00; 1 ton, 65.00
Carters Triumph Fertilizer. — This is Carters special for private
gardens where the product raised must be the best and suitable
for exhibition purposes. 100 lb., 4.00; £ ton, 38.50; 1 ton, 75.00
Carters Worm Eradicating Fertilizer. — The ingredients of Carters
Worm Eradicator are so carefully balanced that not only does it
destroy the worms but its fertilizing properties immediately im-
prove the growth and texture of the turf. Use i lb. to square yard
and water into surface freely. 25 lb., 3.00; 50 lb., 5.75; 100 lb., 10.00
Carters Ant Eradicating Fertilizer, used for destroying ants in
the lawn or putting greens. The ingredients of the products also
helps greatly in the production of a good turf.
2 lb. can, .75 each; or 7.50 per doz.
Carters Special Guano (Equalized), a very high grade product
which is much in demand by the best growers. A very strong and
dependable chemical.
14 lb., 1.75; 28 lb., 3.00; 56 lb., 5.50; 112 lb., 10.00
Clays Fertilizer, a well known English product very much in demand
with private growers and exhibitors of flowers and vegetables.
Very highly commended by leading horticultural authorities.
14 lb., 2.00; 28 lb., 3.75; 56 lb., 6.50; 112 lb., 12.00
Cotton Seed Meal, used extensively as a fertilizer.
Price, 100 lb., 4.75; i ton, 40.00; 1 ton, 75.00
Dissolved Black Bone, this is a perfect food for fruits and vines.
Is also a good top dresser if used with two or three times its bulk
of sifted loam 100 lb., 5.50; $ ton, 5.00; ton, 95.00
Humus, one of the very best top dressings for lawns, putting greens,
tennis courts etc. or for renewing thin or improverished top soils.
1 cubic yard of Humus will cover 144 square yards with a i" covering.
Pamphlet with full information sent on request.
100 lb., 1.50; J ton, 11.00; ton, 20.00
Lime Agricultural (Hydrated) — This lime is especially prepared for
use on the soil and is a combination of Calcium Hydrate and Cal-
cium-Carbonate finely pulverized. For heavy soils use 1 to 2 tons
per acre, light soils, J to 1 ton per acre according to need.
100 lb., 1.50; i ton, 12.00; ton, 22.00
Limestone (Pulverized), this product is in much demand by leading
agriculturists. It is made from pure white limestone and has many
advantages over burnt or custic lime, and may be applied at any
time of the year without danger and is suitable for all crops.
100 lb. bag, 1.25; * ton, 10.00; 1 ton, 18.00
Muriate of Potash. — Very scarce and in great demand. Extremely
soluble. Apply at the rate of 200 to 400 lbs. per acre. Supply
Doubtful. 1 lb., .25; 10 lb., 1.25; 25 lb., 2.75; 100 lb., 10.00
Nitra-Potash, a combination of Nitrate and Potash and a very
desirable product which is very inducive to quick, clean, healthy
growth. Use at the rate of 250 lb. to 500 lb. per acre.
10 lb., 1.50; 25 lb., 3.50; 100 lb., 12.00
Nitrate of Soda. Scarce and in much demand, being extremely
soluble and immediately available. It is usually applied after the
plants are above ground.
10 lb., 1.50; 25 lb., 3 25; 50 lb., 6.50; 100 lb., 12.00
Phosphate, High Grade Acid or Rock, used generally with other
fertilizers to increase the phosphoric acid analysis sold in 200 lb.
bags only. 200 lb., 4.50; $ ton, 20.00; 1 ton. 38.00
Salt (Agricultural), valuable as a topdressing for asparagus or for
killing weeds on gravel walks or driveways. Apply in spring.
100 lb.. 1.50; * ton, 14.00; 1 ton, 26.00
Scotch Soot, a fertilizer and fungicide and an excellent preventative
and remedy for mildew, blight and spot when mixed with sulphur
and lime, one third of each. As a fertilizer it promotes growth and
heightens color of both flower and foliage. Sold in original bags bv
Freight only. 10 lb., .65; 25 lb., 1.50; 50 lb., 2.75; per bag, 5.00
Sheep Manure (Rams Head Brand), a soluble and quickly avail-
able plant food and strongly recommended for all purposes where
a first class fertilizer is required. As a top dressing for general
lawns it is unequalled. Use at the rate of 600 to 800 lbs. per acre.
100 lb., 2.75; * ton, 24.00; 1 ton, 45.00
Sulphate of Ammonia, mixed with other chemicals it is an excellent
grass food being highly soluble. It is a quick nourisher, light
rains or dews bring prompt results. Supply Doubtful.
Prices on application
Sulphate of Potash (High Grade) — For the past season it has
been impossible to obtain this chemical, present indications are
that supply even now is very doubtful. Prices on application
Tankage, Fine Ground, a very rich and strong chemical fertilizer
used by all the leading growers of roses, carnations, etc.
10 lb., 1.00; 50 lb., 4.50; 100 lb., 8.00
Thompson's Vine, Plant, and Vegetable Manure, in original
bags containing 14 lb., 1.75; 28 lb., 3.00; 56 lb., 5.50; 112 lb., 10.00
Thompson's Chrysanthemum Manure, in original bags con-
taining 14 lb., 2.25; 28 lb., 4.00; 56 lb., 7.50, 112 lb., 14.00.
Notice — Prices Net f. o. b. on cars Boston and subject to alteration
without notice.
SOILS, PEAT AND POTTING MATERIALS
Coarse Crystal Sand, best 1.50 1 bushel bag
Cocoa Nut Fibre, best 1.50 1 bushel bag
Orchid Peat or Fern Root 3.00 per barrel
Fibrous Loam, best sifted and prepared . . 1.50 1 bushel bag
Leaf Mould, best 1.50 1 bushel bag
Pot # hig Compost, best prepared 1.50 1 bushel bag
Sphagnum Moss, best selected 1.50 1 bushel bag
Carters Fertilizing Fibre Compost . . 1.50 bus.; 5.50, 5 bus.
Horticultural Charcoal, lump or broken 1.50 bushel
Prepared Charcoal, for lawns 2.50 per 50 lb.; 4.50 per 100 lb.
Bags and Sacks at Value.
NOTICE. — Owing to the present difficulties in obtaining supplies, and the constant advance in the cost of materials,
the prices are subject to change without notice.
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CARTERS HORTICULTURAL REQUISITES.
APRON, CANES, &c.
Aprons, Serge, superior material and make 2.00 each
“ with bib and pocket .. 2.50 each
Canes, Bamboo, thin 3 ft., 1.00; 4 ft., 1.50 per 100
Canes, Bamboo, medium 3 ft. 10 in., 1.50 per 100
Canes, Bamboo, solid and strong .. 5 ft. 3.00 per 100
Canes, Bamboo, solid and strong 6 ft. 3.50 per 100
Canes, Bamboo, solid and strong 7 ft. 4.00 per 100
Canes, Bamboo, taper to point . . 6 ft. to 9 ft. 3.50 per 100
Canes, Bamboo, stained green, thin and light
2 ft. .75; 2i ft. 1.00; 3 ft. 1.50 per 100
Carnation Support, the model extension, galvanized wire, two
rings 3.50 per 100; 32.00 per 1,000
Gauntlets, Garden Rush, to protect the dress or coat sleeves when
gardening 75 pair
Gloves, Garden, Ladies' common 1.25 pair
“ Ladies’ best gauntlet 1.50 pair
Garden Gloves, Gent’s common, 1.50, gauntlet, 2.00; Heavy, 2.50
Stakes, Dahlia and Rose, ( 1 in. square,) green painted
3$ ft. 1.00 per doz., 6.00 per 100; 4 ft. 1.25 per doz., 8.00 per 100;
5 ft. 1.50 per doz., 9.50 per 100
Sticks, plain 2 ft. .50; 3 ft. .75; 4 ft. 1.25 per 100
Sticks, green painted 2 ft. .60; 3 ft. 1.00; 4 ft. 1.75 per 100
LABELS, &c.
Labels, Wood,
Plant and Tree —
4 in.
Per 100
Plain Painted.
.20 .25
Per 1,000
Plain. Painted
1.10 1.25
4 $ in.
.20
.25
1.20
1.25
5 in.
.20
.30
1.35
1.50
6 in.
.25
.35
1.50
1.75
8 in.
.50
.65
4.00
4.50
10 in.
.60
.75
5.00
5.50
12 in.
.70
.85
6.00
6.75
Iron Wire —
3 $ in.
.20
1.00
1.10
1.25
Copper Wire —
3$ in.
.25
1.20
1.35
1.50
Labels, Wood, English
4 in.
Per 100
.20
7 in.
Per 100
.35
5 in.
.25
8 in.
.50
6 in.
.30
10 in.
.75
Pencils, Indelible, for
writing
12 in
on Wood Labels
red,
. . 1.00
blue and
black
.20 each
BROOMS, BRUSHES, &c.
FOR GREENHOUSE AND GARDEN.
Brooms, Bass, long handle, best make, strong and reliable
.75 and 1.00 each
Brooms, Hair, long handle 1.25 each
Brooms, Lawn, Apsley cane, round or flat .50 each; 5.00 per doz.
Brooms, Lawn, birch besoms .35 each; 3.50 per doz.
Brushes, Aphis, tong-shape, for cleaning plants 50 each
Brushes, Flower Pot, round .35, .50, and .65 each
Brushes, Flower Pot, coir .20 each; 2.00 per doz.
Brushes, short handle, for general use . . . . .60 and .85 each
Leaf Spongers 50 each
FORCING FRAMES AND FLOWER POTS.
Hotbed Sash, 3 ft. by 6 ft., double glazed, with dead air space between
complete, 5.00 each; 10 sash, 48.00
Our regular stock sash, 3 ft. by 6 ft., 1} in., stock
complete, 4.25 each; 10 sash, 40.00
Our regular stock sash, 1J in. stock, unglazed
2.50 each; 10 sash, 22.50
Barrie Forcing Frame. — This model frame weighs 2 lb. without
the glass, and is absolutely strong and rigid. The glass consists
of four panes, 10 in. by 12 in., and one pane, 12 in. by 13 in. Standard
sizes, and easily obtained anywhere. The frames are shipped care-
fully packed in heavy corrugated cartons, each containing six
frames with glass complete. 1.35 each; 7.50 for six; 15.00 doz.
Standard Flower Pots.
Size
Doz.
100
Size
Doz.
100
2 in.
.20
1.25
7 in.
1.75
12.00
2$ in.
.25
1.50
8 in.
2.50
16.00
3 in.
.30
2.00
9 in.
3.50
24.00
4 in.
.45
3.00
10 in.
4.25
30.00
5 in.
.80
5.00
11 in.
6.00
45.00
6 in.
1.20
8.50
12 in.
8.00
60.00
Flower Pot Saucers.
Size
Doz. 100
Size
Doz.
100
3 in.
.25 1.50
8 in.
.90
6.50
4 in.
.30 2.00
9 in.
1.20
8.50
5 in.
.40 2.50
10 in.
1.50
10.50
6 in.
.50 3.75
11 in.
1.75
13.00
7 in.
.75 5.00
12 in.
2.00
16.00
Standard Bulb or
»eed Pans,
Round
Size Each
Doz.
100
6 in. . 12
1.20
8.00
7 in. .15
1.50
10.50
8 in. .25
2.50
15.00
9 in. .35
3.50
24.00
10 in. .50
5.00
30.00
12 in. .80
8.75
60.00
Neponset Paper Flower Pots.
Size
100 1,000
Size
100
1,000
2 \ in.
.30 2.75
4 in.
1.00
9.00
2k in.
.35 3.20
5 in.
1.50
14.00
3 in.
.55 5.00
6 in.
2.00
18.00
3$ in.
.75 6.50
MATS AND TYING MATERIALS, &c.
Cord, Strong Laid 35 lb. ball, 3.50 doz.
Hotbed Mats, Palmer 6 ft. by 6 ft., 2.75 each; 10 mats, 25.00
Mats, Straw, Best Rye . . 6 ft. by 6 ft. 2.25; 10 mats, 20.00
Mats, Straw, Best Rye . . 6 ft. by 3 ft. 1.75; 10 mats, 16.00
Paper, White Tissue, for cut flowers, sheets 24 in. by 36 in.
.35 lb., 3.00 per 10 lb.
Paper, Brown Manilla Tissue, sheets 24 in. by 36 in.
.30 lb.; 2.75 ream of 10 lb.
Paper, White, strong .25 lb.; 4.75 ream of 25 lb.
Paper White Wax, used by florists.
18 in. by 14 in. .45 lb.; 2.25 per 5 lb.
Paper, Green Wax, extensively used by florists,
sheets 18 in. by 14 in. .50 lb.; 2.25 per 5 lb.
Paper, Brown, for parcelling, three sizes,
20 by 30 in., 24 by 36 in., 30 by 40 in., 16 lb., 15.00 per 100 lb.
Raffia Tying Material . . .35 lb.; 1.50, 5 lb.; 2.75 10 lb.
Sllkallne, Myer’s, green thread used largely for tying in bouquet
work. Three sizes, fine, medium, and coarse.
Spools, .35 each; box containing 8 spools, 2.50 each
Twine, Coloured or Plain .25 ball, 2.50 doz.
Twine, Smllax, green .30 ball, 3.50 doz.
Twine, Tarred, coarse, medium, or fine . . .40 ball, 4.00 doz.
GARDEN HOSE AND FITTINGS.
Brand Name.
Standfast
Patriot
Ironsides
C C C
CC C
Independence
Canton
Working
Prices
Wts. per
pressure
per ft.
Description. 50 ft.
1 in.
100 lb.
2 in.
$ in.
. . 5 ply, 260 sheeting
14$ lb.
.13
.12
. . 6 ply, 260 sheeting
16$ “
125 44
.14
.13
. . 7 ply, 260 sheeting
17? "
125 44
.16
.15
. . 5 ply, 7-oz. duck
15} 44
125 44
.17
.16
. . 7 ply, 7-oz. duck
18} 44
150 44
.19
.18
. . 3 ply, 12-oz. duck
16} 14
1 25 44
.16
.15
. . 4 ply, 14-oz. duck
19 “
150 44
.20
.19
ices for goods coupled in 50-ft. lengths,
ings .35 per set.
Extra coupl-
PLANET JR. HAND HOES AND CULTIVATORS.
No. 4 Hill and Drill Seeder and Single Wheel Hoe,
Cultivator and plow 18.00 each
No. 4 D Hill and Drill Seeder, Plain (as a seeder only) 15.50 each
No. 25 Hill and Drill Seeder and Double Wheel Hoe,
Cultivator and plow 20.00 each
No. 17 Single Wheel Hoe 8.50 each
No. 11 Double and Single Wheel Hoe, combined 15.00 each
No. 14 Double and Single Wheel Disc Hoe Cultivator
and Plow 14.00 each
No. 33 Single Wheel Hoe 7.00 each
No. 3 Hill and Drill Seeder, plain 17.50 each
No. 5 Hill and Drill Seeder 19.00 each
No. 13 Double and Single Wheel Hoe, combined 9.00 each
No. 31 Combined Drill Seeder and Wheel Hoe 13.50 each
No. 31 D Drill Seeder 9.75 each
No. 107 Seven Tooth Plain Horse Cultivator 18.50 each
No. 109 Seven Tooth Horse Hoe and Cultivator 20.00 each
Complete list of Planet Jr. Machines on application.
NOTICE. — Owing to the present difficulties in obtaining supplies , and the constant advance in the cost of materials ,
the prices are subject to change without notice.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON , MASS.
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CARTERS GARDEN TOOLS AND IMPLEMENTS.
No.
KNIVES.
8500 Budding:, plain ivory handle large 1.60 each
8501 Budding:, brass-mounted ivory handle ... large 2.00 each
8502 Budding:, plain ivory handle medium 2.00 each
8503 Budding:, brass-mounted ivory handle medium 2.50 each
8504 Budding:, plain ivory handle medium 2.50 each
8505 Budding:, brass-mounted ivory handle medium 3.00 each
8506 Budding:, brass-mounted ivory handle ... large 3.00 each
8507 Budding:, plain ivory handle large 2.00 each
8508 Budding:, plain ivory handle medium 1.60 each
8509 Budding:, plain ivory handle medium 1.60 each
8510 Budding:, plain ivory handle smallest 1.35 each
8511 Budding:, one steel and one ivory blade, ivory handle
medium 2.50 each
8512 Budding:, plain ivory handle small 2.00 each
8513 Budding:, two steel and one ivory blade, ivory handle
large 3.00 each
8514 Budding: and Pruning:, two steel and one ivory blade.
stag-horn handle large 3.00 each
8520 Botanist, two blades and microscopic lens, ivory handle
medium 3.00 each
8521 Botanist, one blade and microscopic lens, ivory handle
small 3.00 each
8522 Gentleman’s Pocket, three blades, ivory handle, special
finish full 3.50 each
8523 Gentleman’s Pocket, three blades, horn handle, special
finish full 3.00 each
•524 Gentleman’s Pocket, three blades, cocawood handle,
special finish
8530 Pruning:, two blades
8531 Pruning:, one blade ...
8532 Pruning:, one blade ...
8533 Pruning:, one blade ...
8534 Pruning:, one blade ...
8535 Pruning:, one blade ...
8536 Pruning:, one blade ...
8537 Pruning:, two blades
full 3.00 each
3.00 each
1 .60 each
2.00 each
2.25 each
2.50 each
2.25 each
1 .60 each
3.00 each
SCISSORS.
8560 For thinning: grapes 6 in. 1.25, 7 in. 1.60 pair
8561 For cutting: canvas shreds, Ac. 6 in. 1.60, 7 in. 2.00 pair
8562 For flower gathering: ... 5 in. 1.60, 6 in. 2.00, 7 in. 2.50 pair
8563 For pruning: bushes and roses
4 in. 1.00, 5 in. 1.25, 6 in. 1.60 pair
Lady’s flower-gathering:, in leather case ... 3.00 pair
SECATEURS.
8570 Wheel spring: 7 in. 1.25, 8 in. 1.75, 9 in. 2.00 pair
8571 8pecial make, centre spring, very powerful
8 in. 2.50, 9 in. 3.00 pair
8572 Improved wheel spring: 7 in. 2.00. 8 in. 2.50, 9 in. 3.00 pair
8573 Boxwood handles ... 6 in. 1.75, 7 in. 2.00, 8 in. 2.25 pair
MISCELLANEOUS TOOLS AND
IMPLEMENTS.
8580 Asparagus Knives m m 1.25 each
8581 Axe, Felling:, with handles ... . M 3.50 each
8582 Billhooks, single edge 1.25 each
8583 Billhooks, strong, double edge 1.75 each
8584 Bagging: Hooks, useful for hedging or cutting rough herbage
1.00 each
Chrysanthemum Tweezers 1. 00 each
8590 Cutting: Pliers, for wire 1.00 pair
6593 Daisy Grubbers, short handle 1.25 each
8594 Daisy Grubbers 75 each
8595 Daisy Grubbers 50 each
8598 Dibblers, D handle 35 each
8599 Dibblers, for potato and bulb planting steel shod 1.50 each
8602 Edging: or Grass Plot Knives, with handles
1.15. 1.25, and 1.35 each
8603 Edging: or Border 8hears, 8} in. 3.00, 9 in. 3.25, 9£ in. 3.50,
10 in. 3.75 per pair
8606 Foot Irons, for protecting boots when digging (with side straps)
.75 each
8611 Fruit Gatherer ( The Ideal), combined fruit picker and
branch pruner to reach 6 ft. 4.50, 10 ft. 5.75 each
Other lengths to order.
6615 Forks, Hand or Tan 1.00 each
8616 Forks, Digging: 4-prong 1.75, 5-prong 2.00 each
8617 Forks, Border 4-prong, round, 1.25 each
Forks, Border 4-prong, flat, 1.25 each
8620 Forks, Hay, long handle 1.00 and 1.25 each
8621 Forks, Dung: 1.75 each
8628 Hammers size 1, 1.00; size 2, 1.25 each
MISCELLANEOUS TOOLS AND
I M PLEM ENTS — Continued.
No.
8631 Hatchets, with fawn-foot handles.
oonn u , size 1-25; size 2. 1.75 each
8633 Hoes, short neck, solid steel 4 in. .75; 5 in. 1.00; 6 in. 1.25 each
8634 Hoes, Dutch, 4 in. .50; 5 in. .75;6in. .85; 7 in. .95; 8in.l.00each
Hoe and Rake Handles, ash. turned ends
4 and 4$ ft. .35 ; 5 and 6 ft. .50 each
8636 Hoes, swan neck 5 in. .75; 6 in. .90; 7 in. 1.00; 8 in.. 1.25 each
8637 Hoes, Onion, with short handle 75 each
8638 Hoes, Triangle Sin. .90; 6 in. 1.00; 7 in. 1.10; 8 in., 1.25 each
Hooks, Hedge Trimming:, with long handle ... 1.75 each
Hones, Tara-o’-Shanter Knife Sharpener .50. .75. and 1.00 each
Hones, Tam-o'-Shanter Knife Sharpener, set in wood case
_ 1.25 each
8649 Lines, Garden, strong, best quality
30 yards 75 ; 40 yards .85 ; 60 yards 1.00; 120 yards. 1.75 each
8652 Mattocks, Grubbing:, with handle 2.50 each
8653 Mattocks, Garden 2.25 each
8656 Measures, Tape, for land measuring 66 ft. 3.75 ; 100 ft. 4.7S
9230 Nails, Wall, mixed sizes or separate sizes
1 to 2 in.. 3 lbs. .65: 7 1b. 1.25
Needles, Packing:, assorted sizes 2.50 per doz.
Needles, Packing:, for hampers 1.00 each
Pickaxes, Gentleman’s, with handle
2.25 ; strong heavy. 2.50 each
8665 Rakes, strong make 6-tooth .65. 9-tooth .75. 10-tooth .90
12-tooth .85. 14-tooth 1.10, 16-tooth 1.25 each
8666 Rakes, handled ... 8-tooth .75. 9-tooth .90. 10-tooth 1.00,
12-tooth 1.00, 14-tooth 1.25, 16-tooth 1.75 each
8667 Rakes, American Pattern, bright steel with handles
10-tooth 1.00, 12-tooth 1.10. 14-tooth 1.25. 16-tooth 1.35 each
8668 Rakes, solid bright steel wuh handles
10-tooth 1.25, 12-tooth 1.75. 14-tooth 2.00, 16-tooth 2.50 each
Rakes, Lawn or Daisy, handled 2.50 each
Rakes, Lawn, American patent, polished wood, with close
teeth 1.25 each
Rakes, Hay, common wood 75 each
8672 Rakes, special bolstered iron close teeth for moss. &c., handled
complete 13-tooth 1.00. 17-tooth 1.25, 21-tooth 2.00 each
8677 Reels, Garden 1.25 each
8681 8aws, Pruning:, best cast steel... 14 in. 1.25, 16 in. 1.75 each
8682 8aws, Pruning:, Grecian pattern
10 in. 1.10, 12 in. 1.25, 14 In. 1.35 each
8683 8aws, Pruning:, combined billhook and saw
12 in. 3.00. 14 in. 3.25, 16 in. 3.50 each
8684 Saws, Pruning:, double edge 2.00 each
8690 Scythe, patent riveted back 36 in. 2.00. 42 in. 2.2l
Scythe, patent riveted back, with handle complete
36 in. 2.75, 42 in. 3.00 each
8692 8cythe Stones or Rubbers 35 each
8698 Shears, Grass, steel, straight 1.25 pair
8699 8hears, Grass, steel, cranked 1.50 pair
8701 Shears, Garden, Improved 8 in. 1.50. 9 in. 2.00, 10 in. 2.25 pair
8709 Spuds, solid steel, 4-ft. handle
stout chisel head. 2-in. blade 2.00 each
8710 Spuds, solid steel. Gentleman’s, walking stick handle
stout chisel head. 2-in. blade 2.25 each
8712 Spud Hooks, with 4-ft. handle ... 2 in. 1.25, 2j in. 1.75 each
8715 Shovels, all steel, solid No. 1. 2.25; No. 2. 2.50!; No. 3. 2.75 each
8718 8padcs, all steel, solid No. 1, 1.75; No. 2. 2.00; No. 3. 2.25 each
Trowels, steel, half bright and blued
5 in. .60. 6 in. .75. 7 in. 1.00 each
8723 Trowels, solid steel, all bright 5 in. .65, 6 in. .75. 7 in. .90 each
8724 Trowels, Fern, in leather sheath, with loop for belt
1.25 each ; without leather sheath .75 ead
8729 Turfing: Irons, solid blades, with handle 5.75 and 6.00 each
Turf Racing: Irons, with wedge cutting blade ... 4.75 each
Turf Cutting: Knife 1.75 each
Tree Pruners, with handles to reach
6 ft. 2.50. 10 ft. 3.00, 12 ft. 3.50 each
Extra Pruning: Blades 75 each
SETS OF GARDENING TOOLS.
8790 Rake, Spade, Hoe, and Fork, with long handles, for
children's use 2.50 set
Rake, Spade, Hoe, and Trowel, with long handles, for
ladies’ use 4.50 set
Rake, Spade, Hoe, and Trowel, with long handles, for
gentlemen’s use 5.75 set
Forks, for ladies' use 1.25 each
Hand Forks, for ladies’ use 75 and 1.00 each
Rakes, for ladies' use 8-tooth .75. 10-tooth 1.00. 12-tooth 1.25 each
Spade, for ladies’ use 1.25 each
NOTICB.— Owing to the present d.ificultles in obtaining supplies , and the constant advance in the cost of materials , the above
prices are subject to change without notice ,
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CARTERS GARDEN AND LAWN IMPLEMENTS,
LAWN MOWERS AND ROLLERS.
Coldwell’s, Imperial 4
C. & C. — Newburgh (Plain Bearing) 4
C. & C. — Aldlne (BB) 5
Royal Blue (BB) 5
Imp. Excelsior (Roller) Bronze Bearing 6
Delavan (BB) 4
Sunset (BB) 4
Swift Cutter (Plain) 3
Trimmer
14 in.
16 in.
18 in.
20 in.
8.50
9.50
10.50
12.00
8.50
9.50
10.50
12.00
8.50
9.50
10.50
12.00
8.50
9.50
10.50
12.00
8.50
9.50
10.50
12.00
6.00
7.00
8.00
4.00
5.00
6.00
4.00
4.50
5.00
6.50
each
SHAWNEE MOWERS.
Shawnee Threesome Mowers, 3 sections. Price on application.
TOWNSEND'S MOWERS.
Victory (BB) . . 14 in., 10.50; 16 in.. 12.50; 18 in.. 13.50; 20 in., 14.00
Townsend Triplex Mower, 3 section. Price on application.
PHILADELPHIA MOWERS.
Style A, 4 blades, 10-in. wheel 15 in., 16.00; 17 in., 18.00
Style K, 5 blades, 10-in. wheel
14in., 11.00; 16 in., 12.00; 18 in., 14.00; 20 in. 16.00
Style C, 4 blades, 8J-in. wheel
14 in., 8.00; 16 in., 9.00; 18 in., 10.00; 20 in., 11.00
WORCESTER MOWERS.
BB Mower .. 14 in., 10.00; 16 in., 11.00; 18 in., 12.00; 20 in., 13.00
Golf ..14 in., 10.00; 16 in., 11.50; 18 in., 12.50; 20 in., 13.50
SYRINGES, SPRINKLERS, ETC.
9048 Syringe, “The Abol” —
14 in. by 1 in. 4.00; 20 in. by 1 in. 5.00; 20 in. by 1 J in. 6. 50 each
Bends for these Syringes, .50 each extra.
Plant Sprinkler, Scolley’s Rubber, very useful for sprinkling
and all other purposes where a fine spray is required. Three sizes.
No . 1, .75; No. 2, .90; No. 3, 1.10 each. By mail, .10 each extra.
National Hand Sprayer, tin .50 each
8852 Thermometers, Hot Bed, or Bottom Heat Testers
1.75 and 2.75 each
8854 Thermometers, Garden, boxwood frame, mercury, .75 each
8856 Thermometers, Garden, minimum, boxwood frame, register-
ing 75 and 1.00 each
8858 Thermometers, Garden, metal frame, spirit, registering
2.00 each
8860 Thermometers, Greenhouse, enamelled iron frame, spirit,
vertical, Minimum, registering 2.25 each
8862 Thermometers, Conservatory, porcelain scale, Maximum
and Minimum combined 6.00 each
8866 Thermometers, Conservatory, porcelain scale, copper case
and magnet, complete 7.00 each
Note. — We exercise great care in packing these delicate instru-
ments, but beyond that we cannot be responsible for damage
in transit. Conveyance by hand should be adopted where
practicable.
PENNSYLVANIA MOWERS.
Putting Green Mower 8-in. wheels, 6 blades (BB)
16 in., 30.00; 18 in., 35.00
SHANKS'S IMPORTED MOWERS.
“Caledonia” Putting Green Roller Mower (BB)
14 in., 38.00; 16 in., 42.00
“Talisman” Putting Green Mower (BB) 17 in., 42.00; 19 in., 48.00
Special Shanks’s Mower Catalogue sent on request. Motor Mowers,
all makes, prices on application.
DUNHAM “WATER WEIGHT" LAWN ROLLERS.
Made in one and two sections with or without counterbalancing
handle.
Price List sent on Request
8874 Watering Pots, Haw’s Patent, one fine rose 4 pt. 2.50 each
8876 Watering Pots, Haw's Patent, two fine roses
4 qts. 3.00: 6 qts. 3.75; 8 qt.*.. 4.50 each
8878 Watering Pots, Haw's Patent, galvanized
4 qts. 2.50; 6 qts. 2.85 each
8880 Watering Pots, Haw's Patent, galvanized short spouts
4 qts. 2.25; 6 qts. 2.75 each
8882 Water Pots, extra strong, short spouts
4 qts. 1.50; 8 qts. 2.00 each
8884 Water Pots, extra strong, long spouts
4 qts. 1.75; 8 qts. 2.25 each
8886 Water Pots, galvanized iron . . 1 gal. 1.75; 2 gal. 2.50 each
INDEX.)
VEGETABLE SEEDS.
page
PAGE
PAGE
PAGE
PAGE
Artichoke . .
2
Chervil
34
Gumbo
22
Peas . .
23
to 26
Scorzonera . .
33
Asparagus . .
2
Chicory
35
Herbs
35
Pepper Grass
14
Seakai.e
33
Balm . .
35
Collections
35
Kale . .
7
Peppermint
35
Shallots
22
Basil
35
Corn, Field
14
Kohl Rabi
15
Peppers
27
Sorrel
35
Beans
. . 2 to 5
Corn Salad
35
Lamb’s Lettuce
35
Potatoes
27
Spinach
29
Beet ..
6
Corn, Sweet
13
Lavender
35
Pumpkin
28
Squash
30
Beet, Field
. . 6 to 7
Cress . .
14
Leek . .
16
Purslain
35
Sugar Beet
7
Beet, Sugar
7
Cucumber
H
to 15
Lettuce
16 to IS
Radish
28 to 29
Swedish Turnip
34
Borage
34
Dandelion
35
Mangel Wurzel
. . 6 to 7
Rampion
35
Sweet Corn
13
Borecole
7
Dill
35
Marjoram . .
35
Rhubarb
33
Swiss Chard
6
Broccoli
8
Egg Plant . .
15
Melon
18 to 19
Rosemary
35
Thyme
35
Brussels Sprouts 8
Endive
15
Mushroom Spawn 20
Ruta Baga
34
Tomato
31 to 32
Cabbage
8 to 10
Fennel
35
Mustard
19
Sage
35
Turnip
33 to 34
Cardoon
34
Field Beet
6 to 7
Okra . .
22
Salad Plants
34 to 3 S
Vegetable Marrow
30
Carrot
10 to 11
Field Corn
14
Onion
20 to 22
Salsafy
33
Watercress
14
Cauliflower
11 to 12
Gherkin
15
Parsley
22
Savory
35
Wiiitloef ..
35
Celeriac
Celery
13
12 to 13
Gourds
30
Parsnip
27
Savoy Cabbage
10
Wormwood . .
35
FLOWER SEEDS. Pages 39 to 86.
NOTICE — The list of Flower Seeds is arranged in strictly alphabetical order by the side Headings in capitals. See Note on Page J(p.
LAWN GRASS, MANURES, &c.
PAGE I PAGE I PAGE
Carterite 38 Grass Seeds 36 to 37 Sheep Manure 38
Grass Manures 38 | Humus 38 | Worm Eradicator 38
BULBS FOR SPRING PLANTING. Pages 87 to 90.
IMPLEMENTS, TOOLS, INSECTICIDES, &c. Pages 90 to 96.
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS, Inc., 102-106 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLDG., BOSTON , MASS.
SCEDSMEN by ROYAL WARRANT to
HIS MAJESTY KINQ QEORQE V.
AND TO
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aittlngr the samples to professional analysis at his own expense. We cannot, however, be in any way responsible
lor the prodaca of Seeds sold nnder this guarantee, or for errors of description ; and it must therefore be clearly
understood that oar responsibility ceases upon the final acceptance of the goods.
We guarantee our Seeds according: to the quality purchased to be of the highest average
standard of vitality of the season, and it Is open to ths purchaser to confirm this by sub-
CARTERS TESTED SEEDS. Inc,
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Carters Tested Seeds, inc.
102*106 Chamber of Commerce Bldg.
Boston,
Massachusetts
TERMS OF BUSINESS.
NEW CUSTOMERS.
New Customers are requested to send cash with order or else furnish satisfactory references, and in order to save
time, those pertaining to Boston are preferred. If this is not done, we will assume that our customer wishes to pay
cash on delivery, and, in consequence, the goods will be sent C. O. D.
REMITTANCES.
Post Office Money Orders, Bank Drafts, Registered Letters, or Express Money Orders are acceptable, and we must
disclaim all responsibility when remittances are made in any other way. All cheques, etc., should be drawn in favour
of "Carters Tested Seeds Inc.”
PRICES AND TERMS.
The prices quoted in this catalogue are those prevailing at this date and are subject to change without notice. All
terms of payment are net cash.
ORDERS.
Purchasers should order early to ensure a prompt, seasonable shipment of their goods. Do not wait until
season is too far advanced; send your order in now for future shipment. All orders should be written separately
from general letters or letters of inquiry. Please write the name and address in full, also be very particular to give
the number of street or Post Office Box when goods are to be sent by mail, and when ordering goods forwarded
by express or freight always state clearly the express or freight station
DELIVERY OF GOODS.
When orders are accompanied by cash we deliver free to any Post Office, Railroad, Express Office, or Freight Sta-
tion at our expense, all vegetable and flower seed orders at the packet, ounce, quarter pound, half pound,
and pound prices, also bulbs at the single and dozen rates, except where otherwise noted. Purchasers must
pay transit on pint, quart, peck, and bushel lots, also on plants and bulbs unless otherwise noted. Tools, fertilizers,
and insecticides, etc. are all f.o.b. Boston. Note, we will, upon inquiry, advise Customers of the approximate cost
of the mailing or express charges of any special items.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Please notify us of any change of Permanent Address, in order that we may be able to forward our Catalogues
with regularity. The favour of your kind recommendation of our House to those of your friends requiring Seeds for
the Garden or Farm, or Plants and Bulbs for the Garden or Conservatory, is respectfully solicited. We shall be
pleased, at all times, to forward our Catalogues to any address we may be favoured with.
NOTICE TO PURCHASERS.
All letters are opened under directions of one of our principals, and the orders given out under special supervision.
Bulb and plant orders are sometimes delayed by severe cold or hot weather, and they at all times take longer to
execute than seed orders in consequence of the care in counting and packing. Customers should always retain a
true copy of the order sent to us.
It is also our earnest desire that all the requirements and directions of customers be scrupulously attended to by our
assistants, and we practise the utmost personal supervision to see that they are carried out. We there-
fore respectfully request that we be informed if at any time there is cause for dissatisfaction, that we may have
it rectified at the earliest possible moment.
AS TO CORRESPONDENCE
Any proper letter of inquiry will receive our careful attention and be answered promptly, but our friends will favour
us by stating all questions clearly and briefly.
ACCIDENTS IN TRANSIT.
Glass, Pottery, and other goods liable to breakage are sent out securely packed, but beyond that we cannot be re-
sponsible for damage in transit. Notice of damage should be at once made to, and compensation claimed from the
express or freight companies which delivered the article. Never sign for goods damaged in transit.
CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE OF QUALITY
We guarantee our Seeds and Bulbs according to the quality purchased to be of the highest average stand-
ard of vitality of the season, and it is open to the purchaser to confirm this by submitting the samples to profes-
sional analysis at his own expense. We cannot, however, be in any way responsible for the produce of seeds sold
under this guarantee, or for errors of description and it must therefore be clearly understood that our responsibility
ceases upon the final acceptance of the goods, and while we exercise the greatest care to have all seeds, bulbs, plants
and shrubs true to name, we can give no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, productiveness, or
any other matter of seeds, bulbs, and plants we send out, and will not be held responsible for the crop. If the pur-
chaser does not accept the goods on these terms and conditions, they must be returned at once and money will
be refunded.
POSTAL RATES.
Rates of Postage on Books, Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, loots, and Scions Cuttings, eight ounces or less, one
cent for each two ounces; all over eight ounces, Parcel Post rates.
ist zone
Boston Postal
District.
2d zone j
50 to 150 miles
from Boston.
3d zone
150 to 300 miles
from Boston.
4th zone
300 to 600 miles
from Boston.
5th zone
600 to 1,000 miles
from Boston.
6th zone
1,000 to 1,400 miles
from Boston.
7th zone
1,400 to 1,800 miles
from Boston.
8 th zone
all over 1,800 miles
from Boston.
1 lb 5C
2 lb 6c
3 lb. ... .. 6c
for every addi-
tional 2 lb. or part
of add ic
1 lb sc
2 lb 6c
3 lb 7c
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add zc.
1 lb 6c
2 lb 8c
3 lb ioc
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add 2c.
1 lb 7c
2 lb nc
3 lb ISC
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add 4c.
1 lb 8c
2 lb 14c
3 lb 20c
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add 6c,
1 lb 9c
2 lb 17c
3 lb 25c
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add 8c.
1 lb nc
2 lb 21c
3 lb 31c
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add ioc.
1 lb I 2 C
2 lb 24c
3 lb 36c
for every addi-
tional lb. or frac-
tion of add 12c.