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LIBERTY AVE.
PITTSBURGH , PA.
Beckert Seed and Bulb Company’s
Choice Lawn Mixtures
Your home deserves a lawn of smooth, velvety texture which will remain a deep emerald-green through
the spring, summer and fall; a lawn that will bring out all the beauties of your shrubbery, trees and gardens,
and provide the most appropriate setting for the house itself. Such a lawn is possible only by sowing the
highest quality lawn mixtures that have been carefully tested time and again to prove their dependability.
B. S. & B. Co. Lawn Mixture
While our Evergreen Lawn Mixture surpasses by far the general run of Lawn Mixtures, we find there
is a demand for a still better mixture. To meet this demand we have experimented with various for-
mulas until we have developed a mixture which produces a lawn that compares favorably with the
finest Bent Grasses but which at the same time does not require the special care and attention that
Bent lawns require.
B. S. & B. Co. Lawn Mixture is composed of only the finest, thoroughly recleaned domestic and im-
ported grasses in the proper proportions to produce a deep, springy, long lasting turf. Sow at the rate
of one pound to 250 square feet.
Price, a lb., 55c; 2 lbs., $1.00; 5 lbs., $2.40; 10 lbs., $4.50; 25 lbs., $10.50; 100 lbs., $40.00, postage or ex-
press extra.
Evergreen Lawn Mixture
Our Evergreen Lawn Mixture represents the utmost in quality Lawn Mixtures. The different grasses
used are all extra recleaned seeds and are selected for their value in producing a lawn of fine-leaved,
dwarf growing grasses.
Carefully tested for germination and purity, this mixture cannot be surpassed for quick and lasting
results. On soil which has been properly prepared, Evergreen Lawn Mixture will produce a close, vig-
orous, velvety turf remaining green throughout the season. One pound will sow 250 square feet.
Price. 2 lb., 40c; 2 lbs., 75c; 5 lbs., $1.70; 10 lbs., $3.25; 25 lbs., $7.75; 100 lbs., $30.00, postage or ex-
press extra.
Shady Lawn Mixture
A carefully blended mixture of those varieties of grasses whose natural habitat is shaded places.
The best lawn seed to plant under trees and on the shaded sides of walls and buildings. Makes a thick,
dense lawn where other grasses will not thrive. : :
NOTE.—Maple trees are gross feeders and large users of moisture, and their dense foliage keeps
out both light and air, Particular care must be taken in fertilizing and watering to grow good grass
close to the maples.
Price, 1 lb., 60c; 2 lbs., $1.10; 5 lbs., $2.60; 10 lbs., $5.00; 25 lbs., $11.00; 100 lbs., $42.00, postage or
express extra.
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How to Care for Your Lawn
Nothing will add to the appearance and, for that matter, actually enhance the value of
your home to such a degree as a well-made, well-kept lawn. It makes the most appropriate
setting for trees, shrubs, and flowers, and helps to make a house “home.”
SOIL. The soil for a fine lawn requires a
very thorough preparation as the physical
composition cannot be materially changed
once the lawn is established. The ideal
lawn soil is well drained, well fertilized and
heavy enough to hold moisture without be-
coming soggy.
Raw subsoil exposed in grading should be
covered or replaced by at least 8 inches of
good top soil.
FLORIDA HUMUS is excellent material
for making new lawns or repairing old ones.
Florida Humus is 91.25 organic matter (Hu-
mus) and contains better than 3 per cent
Nitrogen, therefore it combines in one ma-
terial the advantage of both Peat Moss and
a fertilizer. 100 lbs., $3.25; 200 lbs., $5.50,
delivered in Pittsburgh.
FPERTILIZING. Thoroughly rotted barn-
yard manure is the best fertilizer to mix
with the soil before making a lawn, but
unfortunately it is very difficult to obtain.
Fresh manure is invariably full of weed
seeds and should not be used. Pulverized
Sheep Manure is an ideal lawn fertilizer.
Apply at the rate of 100 pounds per 1000
square feet and as an additional fertilizer
apply Bone Meal, 50 pounds per 1000 square
feet. Sheep Manure and Bone Meal are best
applied after spading and raked in. If
barnyard manure is used, it should be
dug in.
PREPARATION. Spade or plow as deeply
as soil conditions permit; then rake roughly
to fill in hollow spaces, removing all rub-
bish, coarse lumps and stones. At this stage,
particularly if much grading or filling has
been necessary, allow the ground to settle
for a week or ten days before the final fine
raking. This will also give weed seeds, that
have been brought to the surface, a chance
to sprout so that they will be killed by the
final raking.
CHOICE OF SEED. High grade depend-
able lawn mixtures will, as a rule, give bet-
ter results than the separate grasses alone.
B. 8S. & B. Co. Lawn Mixture contains one
variety that sprouts quickly, one variety
that makes dense lateral roots, another that
is deep rooting, and still another because
of its ability to withstand drought. Our
other mixtures, Evergreen, Shadyland, and
Terrace
Terrace are made with the same care and
will be found to be the best in the market
for their particular purposes.
SEEDING. To insure a thick, even stand
sow plenty of seed, 1 pound for each 250
square feet or an excessive quantity will do,
no harm. The best way to be sure of sow-
ing seed evenly is to divide it in half and go
over the plot twice, making the second
sowing at right angles to the first,
COVERING THE SEED. The seeds in
our lawn mixtures are very fine and should
be covered lightly, in fact rolling with a
medium weight roller to press the seed
into the soil is the best method.
WATERING. It is often necesSary in
dry weather to water the lawn. This should
be done in the late afternoon or evening to
prevent scalding and a thorough scaking
twice a week is better than nightly light
sprinkling.
MOWING. Frequent mowings will help
to produce a fine thick turf. Do not set the
blades too close to the ground in hot
weather.
ROLLING. All lawns should be rolled in
the spring to bring the roots in firm contact
with the soil and to level out bumps and
hollows that have appeared over winter. An
occasional rolling in the summer is also
beneficial.
PEEDING. All lawns, new and old, re-
quire a top dressing or feeding in spring
and fall, and we know of no better fertilizer
to use for this purpose than Bone Meal,
applied at the rate of 50 pounds per 1000
square feet. For summer feeding use one-
half the above quantity and water thor-
oughly after applying.
RESEEDING. Reseed lightly in the
spring and fall, even on well established
turfs. Large bare spots should be dug up,
well fertilized and reseeded, while small
bare spots need only to be Scratched deeply
with a steel rake so as to make a fine seed-
bed.
THE USE OF LIME. Many of the finer
turf grasses grow best on a Slightly acid
soil, so that lime should be applied only on
very acid soil, as shown by the growth of
green moss, plantain or sour grass. Apply
af the rate of 50 pounds per 1000 square
eet,
Mixture
Terrace Mixture is, as the name implies, a special mixture for slopes and terraces.
It is
made up from a number of deep rooting, drought-resisting grasses, and once established
makes a thick, long lasting turf.
Prices, lb., 60c; 2 lbs., $1.15; 5 lbs., $2.75; 10 lbs., $5.00; 25 lbs., $11.50; 100 lbs., $43.00,
postage or express extra.
Separate varieties of grasses are listed on page 58.
NON-WARRANTY. In accordance with the general custom in the Seed Trade, the
Beckert Seed and Bulb Company gives no warranty, express or implied, as to descrip-
tion, quality, productiveness, or any other matter of any seeds, bulbs or plants it
sells, and will not be in any way responsible for the crop.
accept goods on these terms, they are to be returned at once.
BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
If purchaser does not
JOHN W. FORNOF, President and Treasurer
DOUGLAS EARL, Vice-President and Secretary
NICHOLAS B. NOLTE, Sales Manager
502 LIBERTY AVE.
PITTSBURGH, PENNA.
Phone ATlantic 1129.
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Asparagus Seed
(SPARGEL)
An Asparagus bed can be
Started either from seed or
roots. Sow seed early in the
spring, % inch deep, in rows
1% feet apart; thin out the
plants to 6 inches apart. Trans-
plant following season as given
under roots.
One ounce of seed will sow
3 50 feet of row.
Giant Argenteuil. Purple tinted
stalks. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %
lb., 50c.
Palmetto. Large green stalks.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %4 Ib., 50c.
Washington Rustproof. A new
rust-resisting, heavy - produc-
ing Asparagus from the U. S.
Department of Agriculture. Of
rapid growth, large size, and
very tender. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c;
% lb., 75e.
Asparagus Roots
An Asparagus bed is perma-
nent, so that much care should
be taken with its preparation.
The bed should be on well
drained ground, heavily manured
and spaded 1% to 2 feet deep.
Place roots in trenches 1 to 1%
feet deep and cover with 3 inches
of soil. As the shoots come up,
pull in soil from the sides from
time to time until bed is level.
No Asparagus should be picked until the
third year and then only sparingly. The bed
should not be cut over after the first week
in July, as the roots must have some time
to store up strength for the following year.
Top-dress each fall with manure, which
should be dug in early the next spring.
Palmetto and Giant Argenteuil. 2-yr. roots.
Bundle of 50, $1.00; $1.50 per 100; $10.00
per 1000.
Washington Rustproof. 2-yr. roots. Bundle
of 50, $1.25; $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 1000.
If wanted by parcel post, add 10c per 100.
Artichoke.
Broccoli,
Early Green Sprouting.
Artichoke («211scnoxz)
One of the vegetable aristocrats and well
worth growing ‘if you care for something
“different.” Edible portion is the large,
thistle-like head. If started indoors very
early will bear first year. Same culture as
for cabbage, and as Artichokes are peren-
nial, plant where they need not be disturbed.
LARGE GREEN GLOBE. The standard va-
riety. Pkt., 25c¢; % oz., 50c¢; oz., 90c.
Broccoli (sP42¢e1-Kox1z)
Quite similar to cauliflower but will pro-
duce fine heads in localities where cauli-
flower cannot be successfuly grown. Same
culture as cabbage.
Early Green Sprouting Improved
A most delicious new variety, bearing
loosely arranged heads, somewhat similar to
cauliflower. Both flower heads and stalks
of heads are edible, having a distinctive flav-
or. Flower heads are light green in color
and ready for the table 60 days from time
of sowing. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 40c; oz., 75c.
Brussels Sprouts
(ROSEN-KOHL)
A delicious and easily grown Fall vege-
table, and one of the few that may be en-
joyed in late Fall after frost has killed the
less hardy kinds. Produces miniature cab-
bage heads at the base of each leaf. Use
same cultural directions as for the late cab-
bage, and when the sprouts commence to
form, break off the lower leaves.
Long Island Half Dwarf. Covered with
tender sprouts of good flavor. Pkt., 10c;
1%, oz., 20c; oz., 35c; % Ib, $1.10.
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GARDEN and MANGEL BEETS
Crosby’s Egyptian
Beet.
GARDEN BEETS
(Roten Rube)
Beets are easily the favorite of all root
crops. Best results are obtained in well
drained, loamy soil, although any soil will
do if it is deeply dug and cultivated fre-
quently. Sow as early as the ground can
be prepared, in rows 1% feet apart, 1 inch
deep, pressing the soil down firmly over the
seed. When large enough to use as Beet
greens, thin out to 2 inches apart.
A continuous supply can be had through-
out the season by sowing seeds every two
weeks up to early August. Make a liberal
planting in July to provide roots for Win-
ter use.
One ounce of seed will sow 50 feet of drill.
CROSBY’S EGYPTIAN, SPECIAL STRAIN.
No finer strain is grown than the stock we
offer of this largely used Beet. It is of
rapid growth, with small tops, the roots
taking on their deep turnip shape at an
early stage; flesh blood-red and of fine
quality. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % 1b., 60c.
EARLY WONDER SPECIAL. A handsome —
Mangel or Stock Beets
(Mangel Wurzel)
Excellent food for cattle or chickens dur-
ing the winter when other green food is not
available. Sow in May or June, in rows 1%
feet apart, 5 to 6 pounds of seed per acre.
Thin to stand 12 to 15 inches apart and
cultivate frequently.
Golden Tankard. An enormous yielder; flesh
aie skin deep yellow. Oz., 10c; % 1b., 25c;
5 606.
Giant Sludstrup. Reddish yellow, long oval
shape. Food value higher than any other
Mangel. Oz., 10c; % Ilb., 25c; lb., 60c.
MAMMOTH LONG BRED. Grows to an im-
mense size, roots often weighing to 35
pounds. .Oz., 10c; % Ib., 25ec; Ib., 60c.
SWISS CHARD
(Spinach Beet)
A most satisfactory vegetable for the
small garden. A short row is sufficient to
supply greens all Summer, and if not cut
too close, additional leaves will come up
from the roots. Use same culture as for
Beets and for best results «hin out to at
least 4 inches between plants.
One ounce of seed will sow 50 feet of drill.
GIANT LUCULLUS. Large, dark green,
thickly crumpled leaves with white mid-
rib which may be used the same as as-
paragus. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ilb., 60c.
GREEN LYON. A handsome dark green
Swiss Chard with smoother leaves than
Lucullus. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %4 1b., 60c.
Perpetual Summer (Spinach). Similar to
Swiss Chard but bears all summer. PKt.,
10c: oz., 25e; 44 Ib., 75c.
early Beet of deeper turnip shape than Bee
Crosby’s Egyptian. Recommended for both £
market and home gardens. Flesh blood-red,
tender and of good flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz.,@
20c; % Ilb., 60c.
Perfected Detroit. A very superior strain of
Detroit Dark Red. Roots are slightly
smaller but much deeper red in color. Fine
ee very sweet. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c;
LC:
Detroit Dark Red. An ideal main crop Beet,
universally planted. Large, globe-shaped
roots, sweet, fine grained, and dark red in
color. Pkt., 10¢c; oz., 20c; % l1b., 60c.
Beets All Winter
Late sown Beets may readily be kept
for winter use, if packed in a slightly
moist soil or sand in a cool cellar. We
recommend Detroit Dark Red for this
purpose.
Lucullus Swiss Chard.
4 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
BEANS —DWARE or BUSH cozzz»,
Giant Stringless Green Pod Beans
Grow Bush Beans in your garden and get
more meals per square foot. They are easy
to grow, thrive in almost any soil, and pro-
duce big crops in little space.
The seed should not be sown until danger
from frost is past. Sow in rows 1% to 2
feet apart, dropping the seeds 4 inches
apart, and covering 2 inches deep. Culti-
vate frequently and do not work around the
plants while they are wet, lest they “rust.”
Pick the pods before they are fully devel-
oped and the plants will produce several
good pickings.
For a continuous supply, make successive
sowings every two weeks up to mid-July.
Plenty of pulverized sheep manure and wat-
ering in the dry spells will greatly increase
the yield. Apply water to the soil between
the rows, not to the foliage.
One quart of Beans will plant 100 ft. of row.
If wanted by parcel post, add 8c per pt.,
10c per qt.
Green-podded BushBeans
ASGROW VALENTINE. A pure bred string-
less strain of Black Valentine. Just as
hardy, just as prolific, just as fine flavor-
ed, but without the strings. Pkt., 10c; pt.,
30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.00; bu., $9.00.
BURPEE’S STRINGLESS GREEN POD.
Early. The earliest stringless Bean. Seeds
are quite hardy and may be planted early.
Bushes are of strong, vigorous growth
and very prolific. Pods are round and
thick, averaging about 5 inches in length.
Stringless at all stages. Pkt., 10c., pt.,
30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.00; bu., $9.00.
' little later.
Green Podded Beans Cont’d
Bountiful. A remarkably prolific and con-
tinuous bearer; reliable even under un-
favorable conditions and largely grown
for first crop in both home and market
gardens. Long, flat, but thick, light green
pods. Our strain is absolutely stringless.
Pkt., 10e= spt. 30¢: qt, 0c s24 kaise ao7-00)
bu., $9.00,
Full Measure. An early sort that will pro-
duce amazing crops on good soil. Very
long, round, dark green, stringless pods
of fine quality. Pkt., 10c; pt., 35c; qt., 65c;
4 qts., $2.25; bu., $9.50.
GIANT STRINGLESS GREEN-POD. Medi-
um early. A fine Bean to plant along with
Burpee’s Stringless Green Pod, as it ma-
tures about two weeks later, thus giving
a fine succession. Tall, bushy growth and
very productive. Pods are round, dark
green, average 6 inches in length and al-
ways tender and free from strings, Pkt.,
aud pt.; 30e5 -gt.,. -G0cs24%0ts.. 32.002. bus
Keeney’s Stringless Refugee. Late. Similar
to Refugee but stringless at all stages of
growth. Heavily outyields the earlier va-
rieties. Pkt, 0c: pt.) 206e,cat= 60 ¢-s4cGts=
$2.00; bu., $9.00.
Forcing Bean, Masterpiece. The best Bean
for forcing in frames or greenhouses. Pods
7 inches long, straight, flat and attrac-
tives:, Pkts. 25e? pts Wearat., sae 50:
Yellow Podded Beans
]
| Wax Beans are not quite so hardy as the
green varieties and should be planted a
As a rust preventative, spray
with Bordeaux Mixture or Pyrox.
SURE CROP STRINGLESS WAX. This is
one of the most popular Wax Beans.
Bears a profusion of attractive golden
yellow pods 6 inches long, flat but thick,
meaty and absolutely stringless at all
Stages: PRK, 10c; pt.. 30c; qt.) 60C3c4 qus:,
$2.00; bu., $9.00.
Round Pod Brittle Wax. The acme of qual-
ity in Wax Beans. Early and very pro-
ductive on good soils, bearing long, round,
golden yellow pods, brittle and stringless
at all stages. Pkt:, 10c; pt., 30c; at., 60c;
A: TOES. oie 0.0.5 Or
Pencil Pod Black Wax. A prolific bearer of
long, slender, round, light yellow pods.
Medium in season; and of excellent qual-
ity: (Pkt lle pis Bie; at. 160c 4. gqiss
$2.00: bu., $9.50.
Dwarf Shell Beans
Dwaif Horticultural. Stringless and useful
as a “snap-short’? when young, Both pods
and seeds splashed with red when ripe.
Excellent for baking. Pkt., 10c; pt.. 35c°
qt. (656: Ze qts se S2s25- ioe edo 0.0>
WHITE KIDNEY. Seed large, white and
kidney-shaped. Pkt., 10c; pt., 30c; qt., 60c;
4 qts.. $2.00; bu., $8.00.
White Marrowfat. Produces large, round.
white Beans of exceptional cooking qual-
ity Pkt. Wes pt: 30e¢e7 qt, 6G ores
$2.00; bu., $8.00.
INOCULATE all Beans with NITRAGIN
for bigger, better crops. Garden size, 25c.
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Delicious Lima Beans ¢eazcezzonxe)
The late Summer and Fall vegetable supreme.
milk and their savoriness second to none.
Their food value is twice that of
A light soil suits them best, and the seed
should not be planted until the weather is warm and dry, The bush varieties bear
earlier and require less space, while the pole varieties produce larger crops. Spray
with Bordeaux Mixture as a preventative for mildew.
Fordhook Bush
Lima Beans.
Bush Lima Beans
More hardy than the pole varieties and
therefore may be planted earlier, Make rows
2 feet apart and plant the Beans, eyes down,
every 2 to 3 inches. Cover about 2 inches
deep. Thin to 6 inches. Note: In very wet
or unusual weather Bush Lima Beans will
sometimes send out runners about 2 feet
long.
One quart of Lima Beans will sow
100 feet of row
If wanted by parcel post, add 8c per pt.;
10c per qt.
Burpee’s Improved. Bears the largest pods
and beans. Medium early. Pkt., 10c; pt.,
40e; qt., 70¢; 4 qts., $2.50; bu:, $12.00.
Extra Early Giant. Earliest and a good
yielder. Beans are large and flat. Pkt.,
ede 46ec (Gt. .0Cc. -44 gts7"$2-50: bus
FORDHOOK. The standard of excellence
for Lima Beans. Plants are strong, bushy
and very productive. Beans are large and
plump and the finest eating quality. Pkt.,
eb ie 40c:-qt., (0c; 4.ats.-$2)50: bu.;
Wood’s Prolific. The Butter Bean of the
South. Beans and pods are small but are
borne so profusely that large crops can
be harvested from small areas. Pkt., 10c;
pti. 206: Gti. (5c:
Nitragin should be used on Lima Beans
to increase the yield. Garden size, 25c.
Pole Lima Beans
Pole Lima Beans are more prolific than
the Bush Lima Beans, but are not so hardy
and therefore cannot be planted as early.
About the end of May set out stout poles
8 to 10 ft. long, in hills 3 to 3% feet apart
each way. Plant 6 to 8 beans in each hill,
eyes down, and cover with 2 inches of soil.
When the plants have made 2 true leaves,
thin out to 3 plants to a hill.
String or wire stretched between posts
or wire trellis may be used in place of
poles.
One quart of Pole Lima Beans will sow
150 hills.
GIANT-PODDED or DETROIT MAMMOTH.
The largest-podded Pole Lima. Pods 7
inches long and borne in clusters of from
six to eight. Beans are large, flat and of
finest quality. Pkt., 10c; pt., 35c; qt., 65c:
ANGQES, 922502 Dil.) $ 12°00:
EARLY LEVIATHAN. Earliest of the Pole
Limas and prolific, bearing large pods
usually containing 5 large flat Beans of
excelent quality. . Pkt; 10e:, pt; 3be3) at:,
65¢e3. 4 -qts:, $2.502 bu, $12.00:
King of the Garden. Vigorous and immense-
ly productive, large pods with 4 or 5 flat
Beans of good quality. Pkt.. 10c; pt., 35c;
Qts W65e% -4 cqts:2$2-50: puss $2:00.
Sieva. Beans small and of rich, buttery flav-
or; late but productive, Pkt., 10c; pt., 35c;
qu 6he= 4° qts. $2502 bir. *$12:00:
Pole Snap Beans
Horticultural or Speckled Cranberry. Short.
light green pods, streaked with red. Ex-
cellent both as a snap and shell Bean.
Rikt= AVEGEnDE mo Des Ot... Obes 4,.qtsz . $2.253
bu., $10.50.
Lazy Wife. A prolific, late-maturing sort,
bearing green pods of medium size, string-
less, thick and meaty. Pkt., 10c; pt., 35c:
qt.e65e>. 4-qts.,~$2.25:.bus,. $14.00.
KENTUCKY WONDER or OLD HOME-
STEAD. A popular variety, considered one
of the best of the Pole Beans. Light
green pods of good size, tender and string-
less, hang in clusters from top to bottom
of the vine. Pkt., 10c; pt., 30c; qt., 60c;
4 qts., $2.00; bu., $9.00.
Kentucky Wonder Wax, Just as reliable
and the same high quality as Green Ken-
tucky Wonder but pods are yellow. Pkt.,
a ae SuG, Gt. 1650: 4 gts, $2.50: bu.,
11.00.
Scarlet Runner. Used for both ornamental
and cooking purposes. Clusters of bril-
liant scarlet flowers; large Beans of fine
flavor used like Limas. Pkt., 15c; pt,
40>; Gi... (oe.
Yard Long or Asparagus.
to 30 inches long, with an asparagus
flavor. Pkt., 15c; % pt., 5(c; pt., $1.00.
DREER’S GOLDEN CLUSTER WAX. An
early, yellow-podded sort of exceptional
quality. It bears attractive, long, flat
pods. Pkt., 10c; pt., 36c; qt., 65ce: 4 qts.,
$2:50: bu, $11.00.
Narrow pods 20
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SELECTED
Early Jersey Wakefield Cabbage.
To grow good Cabbage, a fairly rich soil
and plenty of moisture are required. Apply
an abundance of manure or other fertilizer
high in humus and nitrogen.
For early crop, start the seed in a hotbed
or seed flat indoors in January or February,
transplanting to another bed or flat when
the second pair of leaves appear; harden the
plants off and set them out in the garden
as soon as frosts are past, For second-
early crop, sow in March or April and set
out in May; for late crop, sow in May and
transplant in July. Set Cabbage in rows
2% to 3 feet apart and space the plants
11% to 2 feet in the rows. Cultivate fre-
quently and make several applications of
nitrate of soda during the growing season.
Insecticide soaps and Slug Shot are good
remedies for Cabbage pests.
One ounce of seed will produce 3000 plants.
Early Varieties
Allhead Early. Very large-heading strain of
Early Summer. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % Ib.,
$1.00; lb., $2.50.
CHARLESTON or LARGE WAKEFIELD.
A week later than Jersey Wakefield;
heads larger, thicker and less pointed.
Pktlide oz. s35cr 24 lb Si° 00% Ibe o2e50-
Copenhagen Market. The standard early
round-headed Cabbage for market, matur-
ing with Jersey Wakefield and outyield-
ing any other early sort. Heads large,
deep, and solid. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % Ib.,
$1 10%) lb-7 $3700:
Copenhagen Market Yellows Resistant. A
yellows-disease reSistant strain of Copen-
hagen Market, though somewhat later in
season. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Early Jersey Wakefield. Selected strain.
Long the favorite early sort for home and
market. Small pointed heads; the finest
quality. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35e; % Ib., $1.00;
Iho, SAE.
EARLY SUMMER. Good sized, round flat
heads following the Wakefields. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 35c; % 1b., $1.00; 1lb., $2.50.
Enkhuizen Glory. Round, deep heads a little
larger than Copenhagen. Does well on
joxerony GOI, lelkies ales ze, “Baro? WA Wer,
Pulls Iho. ees)
Golden Acre. A splendid new extra early
Cabbage of the Copenhagen Market type.
Heads perfectly round and hard, with few
outer leaves. Can be set close together.
The earliest Cabbage of good quality in
cultivation. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c; oz., 50c;
Y% Ib., $1.50; 1b., $4.00.
ADCO MAKES MANURE. Adco when
applied to a pile of vegetable matter makes
excellent manure. See page 63.
SS ITNT RI IE I ES TER MEMS IN LN TT TE TE TI
CABBAGE (KRAUT),
Midseason and Late
All Seasons or Succession. Large, flat
heads; good for both second-early and
late crops. An excellent keeper. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 35c; % Ilb., $1.00; lb., $2.75.
All Seasons Yellows Resistant. A yellows-
disease resistant strain of All Seasons.
Heads are slightly smaller than the origi-
nal type. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 35c; oz., 60c.
Danish Ballhead Short Stem. Select Danish
seed. The leading Cabbage for late mar-
kets. Very solid, medium sized, round
heads of excellent keeping quality. Short
ee Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c; % Ib., $1.00; Ib.,
Select Late Flat Dutch. A superior strain
of this popular “kraut” Cabbage. Sure
heading and of largest size. Pkt., 10c; 0z.,
abee TA lbs. alc OOM ssi, 50:
HOLLANDER YELLOWS RESISTANT. A
hard-heading, productive, yellows _ resist-
ant Cabbage. Highly recommended for
infected fields. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 35c; oz.,
(
Penn State Danish Ballhead. <A _ superior
blight-resistant strain of Danish Ballhead
with short stem. Heads are very solid
and almost globular in shape. Heavy
yielder on all soils. PkKt., 10c; % oz., 35c;
oz., 60c; % lb., $1.75; lb., $5.00.
Savoy, Perfection Drumhead. Large, flat
heads with dark green, crinkled leaves.
Quality superb; a favorite for home gar-
ae PKE L0G; 07, 350s) 4 lbs Sik 00eib:
etl.
Savoy, Extra Early. An early maturing
strain of the popular curly or Savoy
leaved cabbage. Heads uniform in shape.
Pkt 10e%" oz 45e3" 42 Ib: Saez bee lb 194.00:
Mammoth Rock Red. The standard Red
Cabbage. Heads large, flat and _ solid.
Productive and reliable. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
35c; % 1b., $1.10; lb., $3.00.
Danish Ballhead Cabbage.
Chinese Celery Cabbage
Chinese Cabbage has all the good quali-
ties of both cabbage and lettuce, with a
flavor all its own.
Heads are oblong in shape and _ self-
blanching. Sow in July or early August,
in rows 2 feet apart, and thin or transplant
to 1 foot apart in the rows. The heads
form best in cool Fall weather and may be
stored like cabbage until midwinter.
One ounce of seed will sow 150 feet of row.
Pe-Tsai. Heads narrow and very tall. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 25e; oz., 45c; % Ib., $1.25.
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Chantenay Carrot.
‘Danvers
4 Half-Long
Carrot.
|
(GELBEN BUBEN)
Deep, light, sandy soil will produce
smooth, shapely Carrots, while a heavier
clay will grow firmer and better colored
roots. For early crop, sow the short-rooted
varieties from the first to the middle of
April, in rows 12 inches apart, and cover
about % inch deep. For main crop, sow up
to the middle of June in rows 15 to 18
ifches apart. Thin out the plants to stand
3 to 4 inches apart. One ounce of seed will
sow 100 feet of row.
CHANTENAY IMPROVED. Slightly tap-
ered, blunt-rooted variety, the earliest of
the large Carrots. Excellent for home
gardens pa. carly, market. Pkt., 10c; 0z.,
20c; % lb.,
Danvers 8 aad Roots average 6 to 8
inches long, tapering to a blunt point.
Productive and a good keeper. Pkt., 10c:
oz:, 20ce; % Ib.:, 60c:
French Forcing or Early Short Horn. Small,
round, reddish orange roots of fine flavor.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 25e; %4 ib., 65c.
Guerande or Oxheart. Roots short and
blunt, 3 to 4 inches in diameter and about
4 inches long. The best Carrot for hard,
stiff soils. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ilb., 60c.
HALFP-LONG STUMP-ROOTED. Hand-
some roots, almost cylindrical in shape,
tender and of fine quality, Pkt., 10c; oz.,
20c; % 1b., 60c.
Long Orange. Rich orange; long, tapering
roots; fine for stock feeding. A heavy
eee on deep soils. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
‘4 ” .
Nantes, Improved. Long cylindrical roots,
1 to 1% inches in diameter. Pure orange-
scarlet in color with pec aiy no core.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib.,
White Belgian. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20¢; % lb., 60c.
CAULIFLOWER
(BLUMENKOHL)
Cauliflower is, in our opinion, the finest
flavored of all the cabbage family and may
easily be grown in the small garden, pro-
viding the soil is moderately rich.
Best heads are grown in rich, moist soil
and in cool weather, so it is usually grown
as an early Spring or Fall crop. Culture is
the same as for cabbage.
SUPER SNOWBALL. The finest strain of
Snowball Cauliflower ever offered. Sure
heading and of superb quality. Pkt., 50c;
Y% 07., $1.50; oz., $4.00.
SPECIAL EARLY SNOWBALL. Compact
plants with few outer leaves and large,
solid, snowy white heads. Good for forc-
ing as well as outdoors. Pkt., 25c; % oz.,
$1.00; oz., $2.50.
Danish Dry Weather.
later than Snowball.
$1.00; oz., $2.50.
CELERY (Sellerie)
For early crops sow the seed in the hot-
bed by the middle of February, transplant-
ing later to a cold frame and setting out in
the garden in late May, 6 Inches apart, in
trenches about 10 inches wide, 6 inches deep
and 4 feet apart. For late Celery, sow in
March or April and transplant to trenches
in late June or July. As the plants attain
full size, gradually draw up earth on both
sides to blanch them and bring out the flav-
or. Use Bordeaux Mixture as a rust pre-
ventative.
One ounce of seed will produce 5000 plants.
WHITE PLUME. The earliest variety. The
inner stalks turn white without blanch-
mas Pkt lide> 164 oz:, s0G; 0z:, 50G; % Ab.,
$1.50.
GOLDEN PLUME or WONDERFUL. A new
Celery of great value. Hardy, grows quick-
er and attains a larger size than Golden
Self-Blanching, which it otherwise resem-
bies. UPEL@ hes te O72.. 40G7 07, (be: -%
Loy p25 0;
Golden Self-Blanching.
from French originator’s stock.)
early maturing variety of dwarf, stocky
growth, with heavy golden yellow heart.
Blanches easily. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c; 0z.,
SUC SAE lr. biden:
Fordhook Emperor. A dwarf Winter Celery
with very thick, heavy stalks. Leads all
in Bavor, Pit, 10ce; 3%. oz., 25c302z., 50c;
sIb., $1.50.
Standard Bearer. A red or rose tinted va-
riety of excellent flavor. Strong, sturdy
growth and easily blanched. Pkt., 25e; %
O72 55C2.aZ:.. 91-00:
Giant Pascal. We are pleased to offer this
old favorite winter celery again. Stalks
are large and thick with a distinct nutty
flavor..sPikt.; 0c; +44 oz, 306;.0z:, 60c; %
fase. er s)-
A little larger and
Pkt, .25¢e, 144° OZ.,
(American-grown
A fine
IMPORTED ENGLISH CELERY
Sutton’s Giant Solid White and Giant
Solid Pink. Supplied in original packets
only. Pkt., 50c.
Cardoon
Cardoon has large grayish leaves with
thick stalks which are blanched and
cooked like Asparagus. Plants should not
be closer than 18 inches apart. Blanch with
straw in August. Pkt., 15c; oz., 50c.
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Sugar or Sweet Corn os
Barden’s Wonder Bantam Corn—A Gtant Golden Bantam and Just as Sweet.
TSELRCAUHTETEGBUE CECT UT UPES UGA HLS EALERTS EEE :
Sweet Corn is a favorite crop in most American gardens, and one of the easiest to
grow.
A deeply dug, moderately rich, well drained soil will give best results.
Wait until
soil and weather are warm before sowing; the middle of May is generally safe for the
yellow varieties and two weeks later for the whites.
Sow in rows 2% to 8 feet apart; scatter seeds 3 to 4 inches apart and cover 2 inches
deep, later thinning out to 1 foot apart in the rows.
Corn is also grown in hills 3 feet
apart each way for horse cultivation, leaving three strong plants in each hill. . Fre-
quent shallow cultivation is important—more necessary with Corn, perhaps, than with
any other garden crop.
For succession, make sowings every 10 days up to July 15.
and well filled ears, grow Corn in several short rows,
long row.
One quart of seed will plant 200 hills.
If wanted by parcel post, add 8c per pt.,
10c per qt.
Yellow Varieties
WHIPPLE’S EARLY YELLOW. A superb
new early yellow Sweet Corn. Ears are 7
to 8 inches long and 12 to 14-rowed. In
quality we would place it as second only
to Golden Bantam, Pkt., 10c; pt., 25c;
at., 50c; 4 qts., $1.75; bu., $8.00.
Golden Bantam. A universal favorite. May
be planted as early as May ist. Dwarf
growing; matures in 60 days; ears 5 to 6
inches long with 8 rows of broad, yellow
kernels of unsurpassed flavor. Pkt., 10c;
pt. 25¢e3 qt. 50G 3 4 qts5) sie tore buon eD OF
BARDEN’S WONDER BANTAM, The best
selection from the old favorite Golden
Bantam. Retaining all of the sweetness
and rich flavor of that variety it pro-
duces ears 3 inches longer and a little
larger in diameter. Prolific, extra early,
ideal inv size: SPKE 0c? pits 2b Ce at. 50c:
A. qts., $iabs buss Ss.00:
Golden Evergreen. About one week later
than Bantam. Tapering ears of good
size, with 12 or 14 rows of deep yellow
kernels) Pkt. 10e%. pt. 225 Czm te) 0.Crae
QieSH: Sil atipe Ue aie Os
Golden Giant. One of the finest yellow
Corns. Second early in season; ears are
7 to 8 inches long and 12 to 14-rowed.
Kernels are rich golden yellow, of med-
ium size and excellent quality. Pkt., 10c;
pt., 25¢c; qt., 50c; 4 qts., $1.75; bu., $8.00.
GOLDEN CROSS BANTAM. A new type
of yellow corn scientifically bred to
produce resistance to Stewart’s dis-
ease. Ears 7 to 8 inches long, 10 to
12 rowed. Matures with Whipple’s
Yellow. Pkt.,; 15c; pt., 45c¢; qt., 85c.
To insure good pollenation
side by side, rather than in one
White Varieties
Early Mayflower. The earliest white Sweet
Corn of good size; ears 6 to 7 inches long,
with 10 or 12 rows; prolific; good quality.
PEt, 10cs pt. 25c2 qt. b0c147qts> Stata:
bu., $8.00.
Howling Mob. The leading white, second-
early. Productive and of extra fine qual-
ity. Ears 9 to 10 inches long with 14
rows. Pkt] 10c;4pt.,25cy at. 50e. 34. gts:
Ee Loins SSA)
EARLY MAMMOTH. Ears 10 to 12 inches
long, 16 or 18 rowed; large, white grains;
very Sweet PKG» 1l0e>) pt; ezbe, dt... o0c.
A SQtse $i s DUese tp lens
Stowell’s Evergreen. The good old standard.
Rich and sweet in flavor; remains tender
long. Ears 7 to 8 inches long, and 12 or
14-rowed. Pkt., 10c; pt., 25c; qt., 50c; 4
ieee SUDO lobes PGE
Late Mammoth. Largest of all; ears 12
inches long and 18 or 20 rowed, but very
Sweet and tender. Pkt., 10c; pt., 25c;
qt:, 50c: 4 qts., $1.75; bu. $8.00:
Country Gentleman. Sweet, tender, milky
grains on small cob; zig-zag rowed ears
about 10 inches long. Pkt., 10c; pt., 25c;
qt> 50ce. 4- gts2. $1575 bias cn00s
Black Mexican. A medium early, small-
eared sort with purplish black grains of
very rich flavor, PKt,- 10¢;))pt,. 20e.n0u,
FOC. 4. gts, ols Uso S200:
POP CORN
Pop Corn is sometimes difficult to obtain
when you want it; why not grow your own
and have a supply on hand?
Fure white.
2 qts.,
White Pearl.
IP Kt.
AD C2 Cites tOCe
10ec spEX
(Gites
Stanley’s Crow Repellent
Keeps Crows and Pheasants Away
Easy to apply, will not clog planter,
non-poisonous but 100 per cent effective.
% pt., 60c; pt., $1.00.
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Miscellaneous Salads and Greens
Pancalier Endive
6
Celeriac (xnon-senerie)
(Turnip-Rooted Celery)
Giant Smooth Prague. Same culture as
Celery. Leaves are not edible. Bulbous
roots are used as flavoring in soups and
salads. PKL, 10c; % oz, 25e; oz., 40c;
Y% Ib., $1.20.
a
Chicory (Cichorien)
One ounce of seed will sow 200 feet of drill.
Witloof, Special Strain (French Endive).
Sow in early Spring in rows 1% feet
apart and thin to 4 inches. Lift the roots
in the Fall and bury them in light soil
in a warm cellar. The new growth, ready
in a month, makes a delectable salad.
PEt, 10¢; oz., 40c; % Ib., $1.20.
Large-Rooted Magdeburg. Grown for its
roots, which are dried, ground, and used
as a substitute for coffee. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
20ce; % Ib., 60e.
Catalogna (Summer Asparagus)
A delicacy from Italy for jaded appetites.
Plants when young resemble a very narrow
leaved Dandelion and may be used for
greens or blanched and used for salads. AS
the plant ages it sends out tender shoots
about % ineh thick, which are cut when 6
inches long, making an excellent substitute
for Asparagus. Pkt, the: %.o0z., 35c; oz.,
60c.
Collards (Blaeterkohl)
A tall loose-leaved cabbage much prized
in the South as boiling greens. Same cul-
ture as cabbage.
Trne Georgia. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c, % Ib,
60c; lb., $1.25.
Corn Salad (Stechsalat)
One ounce of seed will sow 200 feet of drill.
Sow in September for Fall salad, or pro-
tect over Winter for Spring use.
Large-Leaved. Large, round, deep green
leaves, forming a dense rosette. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 25c; % Ib., 75e; lb., $2.00.
ENDIVE (Endivie)
Endive is one of the most tasty and
healthful salads and can be had in late
Summer and Fall when lettuce is hard to
get. For early use, sow in April in shallow
drills 1% feet apart. Blanch by gathering
the leaves together over the center and tie
with a string.
One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of drill.
Broad-Leaved Batavian (Escarolle). Fleshy
leaves, not fringed, used largely for soups
and stews. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; 4% Ib.. f0c
Green Curled Ruffec. Large plants with fine-
ly fringed and curled tender green leaves.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % I1b., 60c.
Large Green Curled. The standard variety.
Hardy; blanches golden white. Pkt., 19c;
oz., 206; % Ib. 60e.
PANCALIER. Strong grower with heavily
curled, deep green leaves. Ribs’ are
slightly tinted rose. Blanches easily. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; %4 Ib., 60c.
Cress (Garten Kresse)
Extra Curled or Pepper Grass. An appetiz-
ing salad, growing rapidly in any garden
soil. Pk 10es_ ez.- se; 44 Ib.,. 35e
Water Cress. The true “Water Cress.” Eas-
ily raised from seed in your own garden
in any moist location. Pkt., 15c; %& oz.
35e; oz., 60e: % Ib., $1.75.
EGGPLANT (EIERPFLANZE)
Sow the seed in hotbed or indoors in early
March. When the plants are 3 inches high
transplant to small pots, and later on to
larger pots. Set them out in the garden late
in May, about 3 feet apart each way.
One ounce of seed will produce 1000 plants.
Black Beauty. Early: fruits large and al-
most black. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c; oz., 75c;
¥ Ib., $2.25.
New York Improved Purple. Large, smooth,
dark purple fruits; prolific. Pkt., 10c; %
nz., 40e; oz., 75c; % Ib., $2.25.
Black Beauty Eggplant.
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Supreme Green Cucumber.
CU Cc UM BERS (GURKEN)
Cucumbers thrive best in a rich, warm,
loamy soil, and planting should be ‘delayed
until settled warm weather. Make hills
about 4 feet apart each way and thoroughly
mix into the soil well-rotted manure to a
depth of 6 inches or more. Scatter 12 to 15
seeds to a hill and cover one inch deep; thin
out to 3 or 4 of the strongest plants after
danger of insects is over. Dust the young
plants with Slug Shot to kill the beetles and
worms.
One ounce of seed will plant about 50 hills.
Supreme Green. Plants are very ‘vigorous,
with rich, dark green foliage and are very
resistant to blights. Fruits are uniform,
usually 8 to 10 inches long, and the dark-
est green we have seen in Cucumbers.
Pkiteel0G nozomi
DAVIS PERFECT. (White Spine). One
of the most popular Cucumbers. Fruits
are dark sreen, long and tapering to both
ends. Excellent for slicing as it contains
NeRy few seeds. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ihb.,
60c.
Longfellow. (White Spine). A wonderful
new Cucumber, 10 to 12 inches long.
Fruits are medium thick, tapering slight-
ly to both ends. Resistant to blight and
drought. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 60c.
Early Fortune. (White Spine). A fine early
variety that remains edible for a long
time. Fruits are rich, dark green, about
8 inches long, and contain but compara-
Bio few seeds. Pkt., 10c; oz. 20c: %
ae e
EVERGREEN WHITE SPINE. (White
Spine). Similar to Davis Perfect but
larger and longer. A fine main crop va-
riety. Pkt. 0cGso0z- 20C7 sae lb=160e
Forcing White Spine. Special ‘dark green
strain of White Spine for forcing. Fruits
long and symmetrical, Pkt., 25c; % oz,
T5e% 0Z., $1225.
Improved ‘Long Green. (Black Spine). Vines
very vigorous and disease _ resistant.
Fruits long and slightly tapering. Good
for either slicing or pickles. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
20c; % Ib., 60c.
Japanese Climbing. (Black Spine). A climb-
ing variety that can be used on fences or
trellises where space is limited, Fruits
of excellent quality. Pkt., 10c; 0oz., 25c;
Ye \b., 5c.
English Frame Varieties
A distinct type especially selected for
forcing. We offer the finest English va-
rieties.
Improved Telegraph, Covent Garden, Roch-
ford’s Market. Each, pkt., 50c.
Pickling Varieties
Chicago Pickling, (Black Spine.) Vigorous,
disease-resistant vines. Very prolific and
bears uniform blunt-ended fruits. Pkt.,
L0G; (oz, 20G= lbs, 60e:
Green Prolific or Boston Pickle. (Black
Spine). The best variety to use for small
pickles. Vines are vigorous and produc-
tive. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; % 1b, 60e.
Jersey Pickle. (Black Spine). Somewhat
similar to Boston Pickle, but a little
larger. PkKt.; 10¢; 0z., 20c: 1% Ib: 60e:
West India Gherkin. Fruits about 2 inches
long and 1 inch thick, covered with small
spines, generally used for very small
pickles. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % Ilb., 75c.
DILL PICKLES
Home grown Dill fresh from your gar-
den is infinitely better than that sold in
stores.
Za a Gs
Grow your own. Pkt. 10c:
Chicago Pickling Cucumber.
Dande lion (Loewenzahn)
Sow in early Spring in rows 15 inches
apart, and thin to 4 inches.
One ounce of seed will sow 200 feet of drill.
improved pire rey re 15c; % oz., 45c;
, 85e; % Ib., $2.5
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KALE (Blatterkohl)
The flavor of Kale is improved by frost.
so that it is generally sown for late crop.
Sow in May or June and transplant later to
rows 2 to 2% feet apart, and cultivate like
cabbage. For early Spring crop, sow in
September and protect over Winter.
One ounce of seed will sow 300 feet of drill.
Dwarf Green Curled Scotch. Hardy, low-
growing and bushy, with tender, curly.
deep green leaves. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %4
lb., 60c.
DWARBF SIBERIAN. Leaves broad and not
so curly as the Scotch. Extremely
hardy. This variety is sometimes called
“Sprouts. eke. 1067 oz, 206; 44. lb.,. 60c.
Dwarf Blue Curled Scotch. Leaves are very
heavily curled and rich bluish-green in
color. Plants are short, stocky, and very
hardy. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % I1b., 60c.
Early White Vienna Kohlrabi.
KOHLRABI
Kohlrabi or Turnip-rooted Cabbage, de-
velops best in cool weather but may be had
all season if grown in deep, moist soil. Sow
seed at intervals from April to early Au-
gust, in rows 15 inches apart, and thin to 5
inches. Kohlrabi should be used when 1%
to 2 inches in diameter.
One ounce of seed will sow 250 feet of drill
Early White Vienna. The earliest variety.
Leaves small; flesh white and tender.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; oz., 35c; % Ib., $1.00.
Early Purple Vienna. Skin is purple and
flesh white; fine flavored. Pkt., 10c; %
0z., 20c; oz., 35e; %& Ib., $1.00.
LEEK (Lauch)
Leeks do not form bulbs, but the thick
stalks have a mild onion flavor and are fine
for flavoring stews or salads. Grow the same
as onions, in deep, rich soil, and as they de-
velop draw the soil up about the stems to
blanch them.
One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of drill
Walton’s Giant Exhibition. An improved
giant strain, imported direct from Eng-
land. Largest size and finest quality, Pkt..
25c; oz., 50c.
Giant Carentan. Hardy; blanches
white;. thick stem of mild flavor.
10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.00.
Large American Flag. A popular large va-
riety of good quality, Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c;
% Ib., $1.00.
pure
Pkt.,
Dwarf Green Curled Scotch Kale.
MU STARD (Senf)
Mustard has grown popular
salad and for greens. Sow in
every two weeks up to July, in shallow
drills 1 to 1% feet apart. Use the leaves
when young, before flower buds appear.
both as a
Spring, and
Gne ounce of seed will sow 75 feet of drill.
Fordhook Fancy. Dark green, heavily fringed
leaves. Finest quality and slow to shoot
tossecd: “PEG. 1e;-oz. ibe; % 1b se
GIANT SOUTHERN CURLED. Grows 215
. feet tall; leaves broad, mild and tender
when young. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; %& Ib., 35c.
Florida Broad Leaf. Light green leaves with
white ribs. Of agreeable flavor when
cooked like spinach. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15¢; \%4
oy oie
White London. Leaves used for salads when
young; the seed for flavoring pickles.
PKE: 1067 +0z:~- 2067 44> tb 45e.
Horse-Radish Roots
Maliner Kren. The best variety.
resistant and a quick grower,
$2.50 per 100; $15.00 per 1000.
Disease-
50c per doz.,
Seed Flats
Strongly made cypress boxes for start-
ing seeds indoors.
Doz.
$4.50
Each
Ba VO Se Deedkile K: aerate ae «<< a $0.40
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HEALTHFUL LETTUCE
Dig the soil deeply for Lettuce, using
plenty of manure or nitrogenous fertilizer,
and adding sand or humus if the soil is
heavy. For a very early crop, start seed
indoors or in a hotbed in early March, thin-
ning or transplanting the seedlings as soon
as they are large enough to handle; harden
them off and set them out in the garden in
early April.
The first sowing outdoors may be made
as soon as the ground is fit. Make the rows
15 to 18 inches apart and thin the plants
out as they develop, so that they eventu-
ally stand 10 to 12 inches apart. Timely
thinning and plenty of room is especially
important in growing Head Lettuce, For
the first crops grow Loose-Leaf or Early
Butterhead varieties; follow these with the
late Butterheads; and for hot weather use,
grow the Crisphead or Cos types.
One ounce of seed will sow 150 feet of drill.
Loose Leaf or Cutting
Black-Seeded Simpson. Large, bushy plants
with attractively crumpled and fringed
light green leaves. A favorite for both
home and market. Pkt., 10¢; 0oz., 20c;
14; Nb nO0es lb wells a.
Early Curled Simpson. Gives quick results
in the home garden. Broad, crumpled,
yellowish green leaves of fine quality.
Pkt.; 106: 0z., 20c: 44 lb:, 60¢; lbs, $1.25:
GRAND RAPIDS. One of the best 1loose-
leaf Lettuces for extra early planting.
Handsome plants, with large, crisp curled
and fringed leaves. Our strain of this
fine Lettuce is very highly developed and
equally valuable for either forcing or out-
door use. Sow every two weeks for suc-
cession. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c; % Ib., 60c;
Noy Sale
DEER TONGUE. The tenderest and sweet-
est cutting lettuce for the garden, Leaves
are rich, dark green, pointed, very thick
and grow in tight bunches. Pkt., 25c; % 0z.,
75c¢c,
THE MORSE. Outer leaves light green; in-
ner leaves blanched light yellow. Vigor-
ous and a good forcer. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
% 1b., 60c; 1lb., $1.50.
Cabbage or Butterhead
BIG BOSTON. Early. Large, solid heads;
outer leaves deep green with brownish
edges; inner leaves light yellow. Largely
grown for market. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 20c;
be O0 CsA beaoledios
ae
New York (California Ice) Lettuce.
(SALAT)
May King Lettuce.
Mammoth Black-Seeded Butter. Late. Big
heads with broad, crumpled leaves; al-
ways tender and of fine quality. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20e; % Ib., 65e; lb, $2:00:
May King. Early. Fine for the first sow-
ing. Medium sized heads, blanching to
golden yellow in the heart; tender and
finest quality. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib.,
60c; Ib., $1.50.
Mignonette, One of the good things re-
served for those who “grow their own.”
Too small to be useful for market, this is
we believe the sweetest and crispest let-
tuce. Heads medium brown on the out-
side, pure yellow inside. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
25e; % Ib.; 75e; ib; $2:50.
WHITE BCSTON. A new superior strain
of Big Boston, without the red tinge on
edge of leaves. Heads large and solid and
Sure heading even under adverse condi-
SoG. PKs le; 90z;, 250344 slbe = 15csolbe
Crisphead, or Ice Lettuce
Brown Curled or Chartier, Medium size.
Leaves medium brown and finely curled
at the edges. Loosely folded heads, fine
pee PEE; W10c:70z;, 30c2 % Ih. S100;
Golden Curled. Good for both early and
late sowings, as it is quite heat-resistant.
Compact bunches of tender, yellowish
eo igee teieto 10c; oz., 30c; % Ib., $1-00;
Iceberg. All of the Crisphead Lettuces are
good in warm weather. Iceberg is the
earliest of the class and makes very large
solid heads of crisp, incurved, light green
leaves. Pkt, 10c; oz., 25c; % Ilb., 80c;
lb., $2.00.
IMPROVED HANSON. Loose heads of
crumpled light green leaves. A reliable
summer Lettuce for home gardens. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; % Ilb., 60c; Ib., $1.50.
NEW YORK or WONDERFUL. The well
known “California Ice Lettuce.’ Solid
heads; dark green with yellowish white
center; very crisp and sweet. This is the
variety sold by markets under the trade
name of “Iceberg’’; however, it is larger
and later than that variety. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 30c; %& Ib., $1.00; lb., $2.50.
Trianon Self-Folding Cos or Romaine.
and erect growing, with long, narrow,
spoon-shaped leaves, blanched by tying
together at the top. Thrives in warm
weather. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % Ib., 80c;
Ib., $2.00.
Tall
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MUS KMELON (Melone)
Muskmelons or Cantaloupes require a
warm, rich soil. Prepare hills 6 feet apart
by digging in rotted manure to a depth of
8 to 10 inches and cover with fine soil.
Sow 10 to 12 seeds in each hill, in late May,
and, after danger of insects is over, reduce
to 3 or 4 plants ina hill.
Fight the insects by dusting the young
plants with Slug Shot and spray the vines
with Pyrox. Many old gardeners plant a
few radishes in each hill to keep away in-
sects.
One ounce of seed will plant about 50 hills.
Extra Early Hackensack. Large, flattened
at the ends and deeply ribbed; flesh green.
PK e702, 25637 24 ‘Iib.,. 15e.
Gold-Lined Rocky Ford. Medium-sized,
round, closely netted melons with thick,
Sweet, green fiesh, tinged with yellow
around the small seed cavity. Late. Pkt.,
Me 407.752506;% Ib.,, (be:
Hearts of Gold. A
excellent quality.
very finely flavored.
% \b., 75c.
Wetted Gem.
large early melon of
Flesh is thick, pink, and
PEE; 1035. 0z., 2be;
Small, round, heavily netted,
with green flesh of superb quality. Late.
PERE, 106; 0z., 25¢, 14 tb, 5c.
Tip Top. Large, ribbed fruits with thick
orange flesh of finest quality. Pkt., 10c;
o2;,° 2503-4 Ib.,. The.
Too well known to need de-
scription. Can be successfully grown in
this section if started indoors in berry
boxes or square pieces of sod so that the
roots need not be disturbed in transplant-
ing cP ito 10e; ez 2567 14 db, .15e:
English Forcing Melon
Royal Sovereign. The finest golden yellow
forcing melon. Firm, thick white flesh of
finest auality. Greenhouse grown seed
only. Pkt., 50c.
WATERMELON ‘Siratcney
Use same culture as for Muskmelons but
make the hills 8 to 10 feet apart and use
weaker sprays for insect control.
One ounce of seed will plant about 40 hills.
ALABAMA SWEET. Long. dark green; flesh
red. A good shipper. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
Y% lb., 60c.
Early Fordhook. Extra early and will mature
large, round melons in this section. Skin
dark green; flesh scarlet, of excellent qual-
ity. Pkt., 10¢c; oz., 20c; % l1b., 60c.
KLECKLEY SWEETS. The sweetest va-
riety. Long, dark green, with crisp, red
flesh. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %4 Ilb., 60c.
Citron, Red-Seeded. Flesh thick and white;
used for preserving. Pkt., 10c:; oz., 20c;
1% l|b., 60c.
Honey Dew.
Mushroom Spawn
Mushrooms are easy to grow in a cellar
or a disused shed and may also be propa-
gated in the lawn around the home. Full
directions are included with each order.
Brick, 30c, (postpaid, 40c); 10 bricks, $2.50;
50 bricks, $10.50; 100 bricks, $20.00.
Bottle Spawn. $1.25, postpaid.
Southport White Globe Onion.
ONIONS ewes)
A fine, prepared, mellow soil, well fer-
tilized, is needed to grow good, large Onions
from seed. As early in the Spring as the
ground can be worked, sow the seed in drills
15 inches apart and cover % inch deep.
When the seedlings are 3 to 4 inches high,
thin or transplant them to stand about 3
inches apart. For extra large Onions, start
the seed in the hotbed in late February or
March and transplant to the garden in April.
One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of drill.
Ailsa Craig. The largest of all Onions:
grown for exhibition. Globe shape; straw-
yellow. + Pkt 15e5) % (ez) ste; oz, 50e:
% Ib., $1.50; lb., $4.00.
Gigantic Gibraltar. Very similar to Ailsa
Craig. Strong grower with mild sweet
flesh. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 30c; oz., 50c; 4% Ib.,
$1.59; 1lb., $4.00.
Large Red Wethersfield. Very large, flat-
tened, purplish red bulbs. An excellent
keeper. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; oz., 35c; %&
Ib., .$1.00;, Ib... $2.50.
Prizetaker. Globe-shaped, with golden brown
skin and mild, crisp, sweet, white flesh.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c; oz., 35c; % 1b., $1.00;
lb., $2.75.
SOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE. A very hand-
some, pure white-skinned Onion of large
size and true globe shape. Fine shipper
and keeper, Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c; oz., 45c;
% l1b., $1.25; 1lb., $3.00.
SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE. Larger
than Danvers and more uniformly globe-
shaped. One of the handsomest, best sell-
ing and best keeping Onions. Pkt., 10c;
% oz., 20c; oz., 35c; % 1b., $1.00; 1b., $2.50.
White Bunch. Quick growing; mild flavored.
Extensively sown for green Onions. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 25c; oz., 45c; % Ilb., $1.25; Ib.,
$3.50.
White Portugal or Silverskin. Large, flat
bulbs with silvery white skin and mild
flesh. Grown largely for green Onions.
Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c; oz., 45c; % Ib., $1.25:
lb., $3.00.
Yellow Globe Danvers. Handsome globe-
shaped bulbs of good size, with brownish-
yellow skin and crisp, firm, white flesh.
Pkt.. 10c: % oz., 20c; oz., 35c; 4% Ib., $1.00;
Ib., $2.50.
. White. Qt., 30c; pk., $2.00.
Onion Sets Yetiow. Qt, 25¢: pk, $1.75.
If wanted by parcel post, add 10c per quart,
14 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
OKRA (Ocher)
Sow in rich, warm soil, about the middle
of May, in drills 3 feet apart and cover an
inch deep. Thin to 1% feet. A fine vege-
table for the home garden. The tender pods
are delicious boiled and creamed and are
also largely used to add flavor and sub-
stance to soups and stews.
One ounce of seed will sow 30 feet of drill.
Longe Green Pod. Pods long, green and abun-
dantly produced. PkKt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib.,
50c.
White Velvet. Long, smooth, almost white
pods. Pick when young and tender. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; %4 1b., 50c.
PARSLEY (Peterselie)
Sow in early Spring in rows 1 foot apart
and cover firmly ™%4 inch deep; thin out to
6 inches. The seed is slow and irregular in
sprouting and may be hastened by soaking
it in warm water several hours before sow-
ing.
One ounce of seed will sow 200 feet of drill.
CHAMPION MOSS CURLED. Crimped and
curled leaves, rich dark green. Vigorous.
Pkt, 0cs07, sen ta Ibs 45e;
Dwarf Extra Curled. Compact in growth,
with beautiful, densely curled leaves,
bright emerald green. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c;
ilps 1456;
Plain-Leaved. Taller and more strongly
flavored than the curled sorts. Pkt., 10c;
OZ, bes 45 Ibs 45e:
Hamburg Parsnip-Rooted. Grown for its
roots which are shaped like short, broad
parsnips and are used for flavoring. PkKt.,
IMMOR OVA PAIKGR A Were Ie
PARSNIPS (Pastinake)
Parsnips require Aa deeply dug but not
necessarily rich soil. The largest and
smoothest roots are grown in light, mellow
soil, free from stones. Fresh manure causes
rough and mis-shapen roots.
The seed should be sown as early as the
ground is fit—never later than mid-May.
Make the rows 1% feet apart and cover the
seed about % inch deep. Thin out the plants
to stand 4 to 5 inches apart. Give frequent
deep cultivation.
One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of row.
Hollow Crown. Long, smooth, white roots
of excellent table quality. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
20c; % I1b., 50c.
Lisbonais. Similar to Hollow Crown but
white and smooth skinned. Fine quality.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; %4 Ib., 50c.
Champion Moss Curled Parsley.
RHUBARB (Rhabarber)
Sow in early Spring in rows 1% feet apart,
covering an inch deep. Thin out to 6 inches.
In the Fall, transplant to deep, rich soil,
Spacing the plants 3 to 5 feet apart each
way, and mulch well with manure.
One ounce of seed will sow 150 feet of drill.
Victoria. The most popular variety. Large,
tender, juicy stalks. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c;
Y% lb., 80c.
RHUBARB ROOTS
The quickest way to have Rhubarb is to
plant clumps. If large clumps are planted,
some stalks may be pulled the first year.
Plant roots 3 to 5 feet apart in well ma-
nured ground, cultivate frequently and cut
off seed stalks aS soon as they appear.
After the ground is frozen, mulch with
strawy manure.
Our roots are strictly first quality from
transplanted seedlings, all new roots and not
the old woody clumps so often offered.
Strong Roots. 15c each; $1.50 per doz.
Clumps. 25c each; $2.75 per doz.
Extra Large Clumps. 50c each; $5.00 per doz.
Hollow Crown Parsnips.
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GARDEN PEAS ¢=::»
Laxtonian Peas.
There are two classes of Peas, the smooth-
seeded kinds, which are very hardy and may
be planted as early in the spring as the
ground can be prepared, and the wrinkled
Peas, which are less hardy but much better
in quality. Wrinkled Peas should not be
sown much before mid-April.
Sow in drills about 3 feet apart and 3
inches deep. Tall-growing kinds may be
grown in double rows, allowing 6 inches of
space between in which to place brush or
trellis to support the vines.
By planting 1 or 2 varieties of smooth-
seeded Peas as early as possible and then a
selection of wrinkled sorts that will mature
in succession, a constant supply of tender
green Peas may be had. Varieties are listed
in the order in which they mature.
One quart of Peas will sow 100 feet of row.
If wanted by parcel post, add 8c per pint,
10c per quart.
Earliest Varieties
Extra Early Alaska. The standard extra
early Pea. Very productive and fine fla-
vored. Pkt., 10c; pt., 30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts.,
$2.25; bu., $10.00.
BRITISH LION. Vines are very strong and
grow 3 feet high. Pods average nearly
four inches long, are dark green in color
and well filled with Peas of finest quality.
Not quite so early as Early Eight Weeks
but yields much heavier. Pkt., 10c; pt.,
30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu., $12.00.
Early Eight Weeks (Smooth). Quickest
maturing Pea in cultivation. Grows 15
inches high and bears a fine crop of good
sized pods with large, tender Peas. Pkt.,
salon 30c; at.> 60c; 4 ats., $2.25; bu.,
World’s Becord, A fine strain of Gradus or
Prosperity and so superior to that vari-
ety that we have eliminated it from our
list. Vines strong and vigorous, 3 feet
tall and loaded with 4-inch pods. Pkt.,
cae 30c; at., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu.,
11 -
LAXTONIAN. The finest in ananity of the
early Peas, and the largest podded. Vines
1% feet high; pods 4 inches long, well
filled. Pkt., 10c; pt., 30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts.,
$2.25; bu., $11.00.
HUNDREDFOLD. Similar to lLaxtonian
but not quite so tall. Very prolific and
of the finest quality. Pkt., 10c; pt., 30c;
qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu., $11.00.
President Wilson Pea
One of the finest Peas we have seen
and with a flavor surpassed by none.
Plants are half-dwarf and do not require
staking. Pods are dark green, 4% to 5
inches long and usually contain 8 peas.
Pods are borne on upper half of plants
and so are easily picked. Pkt., 10c; pt.,
30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu., $11.00.
Little Marvel. Grows 15 inches high and
bears several good pickings of 3%-inch
pods, packed full of large, deep green
peas of splendid quality. Pkt., 10c: pt.,
30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu., $11.00.
PEAS—Main Crop
POTLATCH. A heavy yielding, high quality,
main -crop dwarf Pea. One of the best
for home gardens. Vines 2 feet tall; pods
5 inches long, containing 8 to 10 large
Peas. Pkt., 10c; pt., 30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts.,
$2.25; bu., $11.00.
Boston Unrivalled or Improved Telephone.
Reliable and productive; vines 4 feet high;
long, broad, light green pods. Pkt., 10c;
pt., 30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu., $11.00.
Alderman. Robust strain of Telephone with
dark green pods and vines. Pods are 4 to
5 inches long and usually contain nine
large Peas of finest quality. Pkt., 10c;
pt., 30c; qt., 60c; 4 qts., $2.25; bu., $11.00.
Champion of England. One of the sweetest
Peas in existence but very late. Vines
grow 4 to 6 feet tall and are very produc-
tive. Pkt, 10c; pt., 35c; qt., 65c; 4 qts.,
$2.40; bu., $13.00.
Mammoth-Podded Sugar. The half-grown
pods of this type are delicious prepared
for the table like snap beans. Pkt., 10c;
pt., 40c; qt., 80c; 4 qts., $3.00; bu., $15.00.
16 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Harris’ Early Giant Pepper.
PEPPER (Pfeffer)
Light, warm, mellow soil is best for Pep-
pers. The seed should be started indoors
or in the hotbed early in March. Give the
young plants plenty of heat and moisture,
transplanting to paper pots when 3 inches
high, and setting them out in the garden
late in May.
One ounce of seed will produce 1000 plants.
Neapolitan. Extra early and prolific; fruits
3 inches long and rather narrow; mild.
Pie pl Ca yo. OZ. es OC OZ DUG elem An
RUBY KING, or World Beater. Always mild
and sweet. Fruits thick-fleshed, 4 inches
long, tapering to a blunt point. Pkt., 10c;
16) 10Z:. 2a 0C; OZ, 00Gl 44) Ibs Sie25:
Pimiento (Crimson Beauty). Medium size
and bluntly cone-shaped, perfectly smooth,
very thick-fleshed and sweet as an apple.
PRE w10cy 36 0727-3063 02., DUC 44 Abs S1e25:
Bullnose or Large Bell. Good sized, square
fruits; usually quite strong in flavor. Pkt.,
NOG 46° 0z., 30 07. DUC alpe olazp.
HARRIS’ EARLY GIANT. The earliest of
the extremely large-fruited Peppers.
Fruits fairly long and almost as large in
diameter as Chinese Giant, with thick,
meaty flesh and fine, mild flavor. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 35c; oz., 60c; % 1b., $1.40.
Giant Crimson. Large, square, mild fruits;
medium early; productive. Pkt., 10c; %
0z., 35¢; 0oz., 60e; % Ib., $1.50.
Chinese Giant. Fruits average 5 inches long
and 4% inches in diameter; thick fleshed
and sweet. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 35c; oz., 70c;
Y% Ib, $1.75.
Golden Queen. Large, deep golden yellow
fruits. Flesh is thick and mild. Orna-
mental as well as useful. Pkt., 10c; %
OVA SOR Oran Tes YA “illo, Silas.
Squash or Tomato-Shaped. Small, round,
thick-fleshed, sweet flavored. Sen: 10c;
1% oz., 30c; 0z., 50c; % Ib., $1.
Small Sugar,
e e
California Wonder
The finest and largest Sweet Pepper.
Plants grow strong and upright and bear
6 to 8 large smooth fruits with extra
thick flesh. Fruits keep in good condi-
tion for a long time after picking. Pkt.,
15¢e; % oz.,
AQ Gl 1OZMlOG:
Small Hot Peppers
Anaheim Red Chili. Prolific. Fruits very hot
and pungent. -Pkt., 10¢e; 4% oz: 30c= 0z..
SXOS =e Meas pyle):
Large Red Cayenne. [Large hot peppers, 1
inch in diameter at the stem end, tapering
to a point, about 4 inches long. Pkt., 10c;
1 OZ; 406} OZ, (de:
Long Yellow Hungarian. Long yellow fruits
turning red at maturity. Very hot. Pkt.,
Ll0c; % oz., 40e: 0z.; Thes- % bi, $2.00
Large Red Cherry. Very pungent. Pkt., 10c;
167 02; o0C2V0zZ -55¢C-) Za liberol-40:
PUMPKIN (Grosse-Kurbis)
Sow in May in well enriched hills 8 to 10
feet apart each way, or sow with corn,
dropping a few seeds in every third or
fourth hill.
One ounce of seed for 25 hills; 4 lbs.
for an acre.
Connecticut Field. Large, heavy, oblong in
shape, with orange skin and orange-yel-
low flesh. Productive. Pkt., 10¢; oz., 15c;
Y% Ilb., 40c.
Cushaw Green Striped. Creamy white, strip-
ed with green. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib.,
60c.
LARGE CHEESE. Large and flat, with
creamy buff skin and yellow flesh. Good
quality. Pkt. (0c ozs 2Z0e; 2 Abs ove
KING OF THE MAMMOTH or Potiron.
Grows to an enormous size (often 100
pounds in weight.) Skin salmon-orange;
yellow, coarse. PkKt., 10c; 0z., 20c; % I1b.,
60c.
Small, round, bright orange,
with fine grained, sweet, yellow flesh.
Pkt., 10¢;10z., :20¢;% -Ab:, 60c.
Winter Luxury or Pie Squash.
of all Pumpkins. Medium size;
with yellow skin and flesh. Pkt.,
OZ 20C7) 4D: O0C:
Sweetest
round,
10¢;
Connecticut Field Pumpkin.
ADCO MAKES MANURE
Adco when applied to a pile of vegetable
matter makes excellent manure. See page 63.
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Three Weeks Forcing Radishes.
CRISP TENDER RADISHES ¢=:n«)
WHITE ICICLE. Handsome,
Crispy freshness is more essential to the
good tasting qualities of the Radish than
to any other vegetable root and the fresh-
est roots are, of course, those pulled from
your own garden.
SOW SEED thinly not more than one inch
deep in drills from 12 to 15 inches apart
and thin out to stand 2 or more inches
apart, according to variety. An ounce of
seed will sow 100 feet of row.
Early Radishes
THREE WEEKS FORCING. Three Weeks
Forcing Radish is just as the name im-
plies, a Radish that is ready for the table
in three weeks from sowing. The tops
are very small and the roots medium size,
bright scarlet in color and the finest qual-
ity imaginable. Plant a row in your gar-
den and surprise your friends. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; % Ilb., 50c.
SCARLET BUTTON or NON PLUS ULTRA.
Small, round, bright red roots; crisp and
tender; ready for the table in three weeks
from sowing. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % I1b.,
50c.
Special Early Scarlet Globe. Larger and
deeper in shape than Scarlet Button, but a
few days later. An ideal forcing Radish
and very popular outdoors also. Pkt., 10c;
0z., 20c; % Ib., 50c.
French Breakfast. One of the most attrac-
tive and at the same time most delicious
Radishes. Roots are olive shaped, 1% to
2 inches long and bright scarlet with a
pure white tip, almost irresistible when
prepared for the table. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
YZ lb., 50c.
CINCINNATI MARKET. Smooth, slender
roots 4 to 5 inches long, bright scarlet
with white tip. Brittle and tender; ex-
cellent for forcing and outdoors. Pkt.,
10¢c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 50c.
WHITE BOX. Handsome spherical roots
attaining a diameter of 2 inches. Skin
and flesh pure white. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
% Ilb., 50c.
Crimson Giant. Globe-shaped; a little later
than Barly Scarlet Globe; grows nearly
twice as large and remains in good con-
dition much longer. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c;
% Ib., 50c,
long, white
roots of splendid quality, withstanding
hot weather well and remaining in good
condition a long time. A fine home gar-
den Radish; useful also for forcing. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 50c.
Summer Radishes
These grow well in hot weather and may
be sown in May and June for summer use.
They grow more slowly but attain a larger
size than the early Radishes,
Chartier’ s Improved. Crisp, tender and mild,
even in the hottest weather. Long, smooth
roots; rose shading to white at tip. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 50c.
WHITE STBRASSBUBG. Roots 5 inches
long and 1% inches thick, Skin and flesh
pure white. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 50c.
Giant Stuttgart. The largest and latest of
this class. Elongated globe shape; pure
white. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20e; % Ib., 50c.
Winter Radishes
The Winter Radishes mature best in the
cool fall months, attain a very large size
and may be stored in boxes of sand in a
cool cellar for use during winter. Sow in
July or August.
LONG BLACK SPANISH. Grows 6 inches
long and 2 inches broad. Grayish black
skin and crisp) pungent, white flesh. The
best keeper. PkKt., 10c; oz., 20c; % 1b., 50c.
Round Black Spanish. Round in shape but
otherwise similar to the preceding. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 20c; %4 Ib., 50c.
White Chinese or Celestial. Cylindrical,
often 12 inches long and 5 inches in diam-
eter. Skin and fiesh white. Pkt., 10c:
oz., 20c; ee a A ee Se lb., 50c.
E70
eg
Eezy Gloves
Made of goat skin and tan
ned with lanin oil. Pair, 75c,
18 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
HEALTHFUL SPINACH. cman
Fornof’s Green Gold SpYnach.
Spinach is one of the most healthful and at the same time one of the most easily grown
vegetables and by judicious planning and planting may be had fresh from your own gar-
den in all but the Winter months.
While true Spinach is primarily a cool weather crop,
some varieties have been developed that stand up well in hot weather, and the New Zealand
Spinach (Tetragonia expansa) actually grows best in the hot, dry months.
Make the first sowing as early in the Spring as the ground can be prepared, in shallow
drills 15 to 18 inches apart.
For Fall use, sow in August and September.
Late sowings,
protected with straw, will provide Spinach in Winter and early Spring.
One ounce of seed will sow 100 feet of drill.
FORNOF’S GREEN GOLD. A moneymaker
for gardeners. Only a few days later than
Bloomsdale, it remains in picking condi-
tion for a much longer time. Plants set
close to the ground, making a rosette of
thick, dark green, heavily crumpled
leaves, Oz., 10c; % Ib., 25c; 1b., 65c.
Bloomsdale Savoy. A quick-growing, pro-
ductive sort with attractively crumpled
leaves; hardy, requiring cool weather. Oz..
10c; % Ib., 25c; Ib., 65e.
King of Denmark. Stands longer before
going to seed than any other true Spinach.
Vigorous and productive, with heavy, dark
green, slightly crumpled leaves of good
quality. Oz., 10e; % Ibi, 25e; 1b 65e;
JULIANA. Rich dark green, deeply crumpled
leaves. Stands two weeks longer than
Long Season before shooting to seed. Oz.,
10es% Ihe225e2 Ibs tse.
Large Round Thick-Leaf. A fiat, spreading
variety with large, thick, crumpled leaves.
©z:, l0e; % Ih; 25c; Ib: 65e:
Long Season. Fine for second early. Thick
crumpled, dark green leaves. Oz.. 10c; %
oe, anor Shoes (Haye.
Triumph. A vigorous, productive strain
with heavy, crinkled leaves; long stand-
ines Oz). 0G 41 bsi2 De. bs ooe:
Perpetual Summer. Similar to Swiss Chard
but bears all summer. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c;
% Ib. T6e.
VICTORIA. Long Season type of extra-fine
quality, compact in growth and long
standing. Oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 65c.,
New Zealand. A distinct type, making large
bushy plants of which the young leaves
and tips are used and may be cut every
few days. It thrives in hot weather and
furnishes quantities of fine greens all
Summer. Sow seed in early Spring, in
rows 2 to 3 feet apart. Soak the seed for
several hours before planting to hasten
germination. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15¢ec; %4 Ib.,
ANC albeit 0.0:
New Zealand Spinach.
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SQUASH (Kuerbis)
Plant the bush kinds in_ well-drained
ground, enriched with rotted manure, in
hills 5 feet apart each way; the winter kinds
10 to 12 feet apart each way.
One ounce of seed for 25 hills;
3 to 4 pounds per acre.
Summer Varieties
ACORN. Small, acorn-shaped
dark green,
fruits, usually 6 inches long and 4 inches
wide.
same time is a good winter keeper.
10c; oz., 20c; %& Ib., 60c.
Fine flavor; ripens early and at the
Pkt.,
Acorn Squash.
NICKZUCCHINI. (True Italian Vegetable
Marrow). Imported strain of Cocozelle;
dark green, almost black in color. Fruits
are blunt ended and generally somewhat
fluted. Plants are short and bushy with
very heavy leaves protecting the fruits
from the sun. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35e; % Ib..
$1.00.
Green Striped Italian Squash.
Green Striped Italian.
of Cocozelle, darker green,
more uniform shape. Very
Pkt.,, 10c:.0z.,.20e; % tb., 60c.
Long Island White Bush. Earlier and less
scalloped than Mammoth White Bush.
PEt, 10c¢;0z., 20c; % <Ib., 60c.
Mammoth White Bush. Fruits 10 to 12
inches across, of uniform shape, flattened,
An improved strain
shorter and
productive.
scalloped; pure white in color. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; % Ib., 60c.
White Vegetable Marrow. Similar to Co-
cozelle but larger and later. Skin light
green; flesh white. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c:;
1% lb., 60c.
Yellow Summer Crookneck. Golden yellow,
thickly warted and of fine flavor. One of
the best Squashes for the home garden.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; % Ib., 60c.
Summer Crookneck and Mammoth White Squash.
Winter Varieties
Boston Marrow. Similar in size and shape
to improved Hubbard, with lemon-vellow
skin and yellow flesh; rich and sweet
Extra fine keeper. Pkt., 10c: oz., 25e: %
ips ape:
Hubbard, Blue. A new variety of Hubbard
Squash. Skin is blue; flesh is orange-
yellow and even finer in flavor and texture
than the other Hubbards. Pkt., 10e¢; oz.,
25c; % Ilb., 75c.
Hubbard, Golden. Same as Hubbard Im-
proved, but skin is deep orange-yellow
Pkt., 10c; oz., 25ce; %4 Ib., 75c.
HUBBARD, IMPROVED. The old favorite.
Fruits large; skin dark green: flesh yel-
low and tender. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % Ihb..
iac,
SALSIFY
+.” ~
(Oyster Plant) (Haferwurzel)
A wholesome and delicious vegetable that
will grow in any good garden soil. The
name Vegetable Oyster is given it. owing to
the flavor of the roots. Sow early in drills
15 inches apart and 1 inch deep, thinning
out to 2 inches apart in the row. Take ths
roots up late in the fall and store in a cool.
moist place. :
One ounce of seed will sow 50 feet
of drill.
Ca
Mammoth Sandwich Island.
Superior quality and flavor.
lb.,
roots of
10c: oz
Large
Pkt.,
50¢c: 4 $1.00.
No. 20 Single High Wheel Cultivator. A
handy and efficient cultivator. The han-
dles can be instantly adjusted to suit the
operator's height, or to regulate the depth
of cultivation. $4.00.
20 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
TOM ATOES (LIEBESAPFEL)
SCARLET TOPPER. (Pritchard). A self
pruning mid-season variety. Fruits are
medium sized, globe-shaped and bright
scarlet in color. Resistant to wilt and nail
head rust. Vines strong and vigorous.
Pkt lle: 46 oz, 4062 oz. (5e:
MARGLOBE. A blight- and wilt-resistant
strain of Globe Tomato developed by the
U. S. Department of Agriculture. A heavy
yielder of smooth, meaty, globular fruits.
Pkt, l0e; % oz. 4003 0z W5e2 44 lb $2.00:
MARHIO. A pink Marglobe of exceptional
quality. Fruits large in size and very firm
MEOW. seeds: PKt:; l0c: 44 0ze -40¢;
OZ oC
OXHEART. Fruits are generally heart-
shaped, very solid and contain few seeds.
An excellent pink variety for the home
garden. Pkt. dbe: 46 %0z-. (s0e: oz, 290e! :
Ponderosa. The largest of all Tomatoes.
Beauty Tomatoes.
Sow the seed in late February or early Enormous, slightly irregular, purplish
March, in the hotbed or a box indoors placed pink fruits, solid, with few seeds and
in a sunny window. When the plants are of superb flavor. A favorite for main crop
2 to 3 inches high, transplant them to other in the home garden. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c;
boxes or paper pots, and transplant again, 0Z., T5C.
if possible, when about 6 inches high, to The Stone. More largely grown than any
make them stocky and _ stimulate root other main crop Tomato. Extremely pro-
growth. Set the plants in the garden, 3 to ductive; large, smooth, meaty, bright scar-
{ feet apart in late May. A rich, moist, let fruit of fine auality. Pkt., 10c; % oz.
loamy soil is best for Tomatoes. An occa- 40c; oz., 70c; %4 Ib., $1.75.
sional application of nitrate of soda will , :
push the young plants along rapidly. Sow Yellow Ponderosa. A tall variety, with large
three or four different varieties in order to fruits in shape and quality like Ponderosa
have a succession of fruit all summer. Sup- but clear light yellow in color. Pkt., 10c;
porting the plants with stakes or trellis will 1s OZ 40G. (02. 210. 4 alb:, $2200:
pee eer yin SMALL FRUITED TOMATOES. Yellow
One ounce of seed will produce about Plum, Red Cherry, Yellow Peach, Red
2000 plants. Pear and Yellow Husk. Each, pkt., 10c;
l% oz., 40c; 02z., 75c; % lb., $2.00.
Beauty. A favorite large, pink or purple- 7B OEns Rye ee
fruited, main crop variety. Productive.
Pkt, l0e: 4470z. 35¢-70z;, 60¢:;. 54 Ib.) Sich:
Bonny Best. Large, solid, deep scarlet
fruits of superb quality. The best extra
early for the home garden and largely
2rownh for market... Pkt., 10e: % oz., 35c:
OZ.98 O0.C 7) anal bs oH Os
BREAK O’ DAY. Remarkable new variety.
Bright searlet and about ten days earlier
than Marglobe, which it greatly resem-
bles. PKEY 0G) 22907:.)406E0zZ. Tbe:
Dwarf Stone. Fruits large and bright scar-
let, like Stone but plants are dwarf in
growth. Quality excellent. RK Oe
16 0z., 400€;) ozs, 10s TA libs, Slee
PENN STATE EARLIANA. The old stand-
ard extra early, bred to modern require-
ments. Fruits larger and borne over a
longer period. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c; oz.,
CNR ACA N oh: EST
EARLY DETROIT. Fruits are nearly globe-
shaped, large and deep purple-crimson in
color. A little earlier than Beauty. Pkt.,
IIXOR YS SOy Aes OOS OVA (NOs WA oe, Kala:
Globe, Livingston’s. Medium early, produc-
tive under all conditions; one of the finest
in quality. Fruits distinctly globe-shaped,
purplish pink, solid, sweet and mild in fla-
vores Pkt? 10¢; 42, 0z., 40c; oz. T70cz; % Th:,
$1.75. Penn State Earliana Tomatoes.
John Baer. Hones Bight otter se Get F ° T t
more solid, globe-shaped an (a) etter mM
quality. BEES 0c: 447 07s 256) OZ, »o0e; orcing Oo a oes
% Ib., $1.60. For greenhouse forcing we offer below the
JUNE PINK. Similar in every way es three finest English varieties.
ana except that the fruits are pink in Craiz. Ca ’s Sunrise. Sterling Castle.
color. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 35c; oz., 60c; % Ib., Aflsa ig. Carter's S Cas
$1.60. Each, pkt., 15c; 4% 0oz., 50c; 0z., 90c.
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Purple-Top
White Globe
Turnip.
TU RNIP (WEIS RUBEN)
Turnips thrive best in cool weather. The
early flat sorts may be sown from very early
spring up to the middle of May. The main
crop for fall and winter use should be
sown in July or August. Sow the seed in
drills 1 to 1% feet apart and thin out to
stand 4 inches apart.
One ounce of seed to 150 feet of drill;
14% to 2 pounds per acre.
EXTRA EARLY WHITE MILAN. Pure
white, flat roots of excellent quality and
havor, CRE.) L0G; 0z.; 20c; % Ib., 50e; Ib:,
$1.00.
Purple-Top White Globe. Handsome, glob-
ular roots, white with the upper portion
bright purple. Splendid keeper. Pkt., 10c;
OZ, 156-447 ibe ce oc; ib: 90c.
Golden Ball or Orange Jelly. Roots almost
round, smooth, and of a deep yellow color.
Flesh is very sweet and tender. May be
used as either an early or late sort. PkKt.,
10¢;.0z., 20e; % Ib., 50e; Ib., $1.00.
Purple-Top Strap-Leaf. Good for early
spring or fall use. Flat white roots with
purple top. Good table quality. Pkt., 10c;
OZ Ge4 ID. apc; Ib.,-90c.
Seven Top. Grown exclusively for the tops
which are used in the Same manner as
spinach. -—PkKt. i0c; oz., i5e; % Ib,
lb., 90c.
Snowball. Pure white, globe shaped and of
finest quality. Matures very early. PkKt.,
10e* oz), 20c; % Ib., 50c; Ib., $1.00.
RUTABAGA or SWEDE
Grow like ordinary Turnips.
35e:
Sow in June.
AMERICAN PURFPLE-TOP. Elongated globe
shape; skin yellow underground and pur-
ple above; flesh yellow, fine grained. A
PR,
large cropper and splendid Keeper.
10e710z, toe; % Ib., 3dc;. Ib., 90c.
Adco Artificial Manure
The process of making artificial ma-
nure consists of making a heap of all
garden trash, wetting it and adding the
bacterial powder Adco, In the course of
four months this heap is converted into
excellent manure. 25-lb. sack (enough
for 12 wheelbarrows waste). $2.25; 100
lbs., $7.75. Delivered in Pittsburgh.
GARDEN HERBS
The following list of Herbs s
be included in all gardens. The
universally used for seasoning
flavoring.
hould
y are
and
Anise. Annual. For garnishing, fla-
voring and medicinally for ‘ollie
EKE., es 02... 25c.
Ealm. Perennial. Used medicinally
Pkt.;. 15c:
Basil. Annual. Leaves have aromatic
flavor resembling cloves. Pkt., 10c¢
OZ Ze:
Borage. Annual. Bears pretty blue
flowers throughout the summer
Leaves are used for flavoring. Pk
10¢c; oz., 25c.
Caraway. Biennial. Seeds are used
as flavoring for bread, cheese and
pastry. PEt» 0c; oz... 25e:
Catnip. Perennial. Used for
ing. Pkt., 15c.
Chervil, Curled. For soups and salads. Pkt..,
10e7 oz., 25e.
Coriander. Annual. Grown for
seeds. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c.
Dill. Annual. Used as a condiment and for
making Dill pickles. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c.
Fennel, Florence (Finocchio). Perennial
The thickened leaf stalks are boiled like
season-
its aromatic
celery. Flavor very sweet and delicate.
Pkt- 10e€307;,.25¢e:
Horehound. Perennial. Used chiefly as a
medicine. Pkt., 10c:; oz., 40c.
Lavender. Perennial. The true _ sweet-
scented Lavender. Pkt., 15c: oz., 75c.
Marjoram, Sweet. Annual. Leaves either
green or dried are used for flavoring.
10c; 0oz., 30c.
Martynia proboscidia. Annual. Young seed
pods used for pickling. Pkt., 10c;: oz., 40c.
PKt..
Mint. Perennial. Spearmint for flavoring.
PRE, 20e.
Rosemary. Perennial. Leaves for flavoring:
flowers for perfume.
Bue. Perennial. Used in medicine. Pkt., lic.
Saffron. Annual. Leaves are used for fla-
voring. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c.
Sage. Perennial. Leaves, both green and dry
are used for flavoring. Pkt., 10c: oz., 30c
Savory, Summer. Annual. Leaves and flow-
ers used for flavoring. Pkt., 10c: oz., 25e¢
Sorrel. Perennial. Leaves used as a
or for greens. Fkt., 10c; oz., 25c.
Thyme. Perennial. Leaves are used for sea-
soning. Pkt., 10c: oz., 50e.
Wormwood. (Absinth). Perennial. Very
fragrant. Pkt., 15c
PEE, 10c: oz., 50c.
salad
Used as a tonic.
Dill.
jap. BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
YOUR FLOWER GARDEN
There are two big classes of flowers: Annuals which bloom the
same season seeds are planted and Biennials and Perennials, which
for the most part do not bloom until the following year after sowing
seeds. (Biennials bloom the second season and then die; Perennials
continue to bloom each year for an indefinite period).
Perennials, as a whole, have a longer blooming period but there
are so many places where the annuals fit in and fill out that their
importance in the general garden scheme cannot be overlooked.
Therefore the well balanced garden will have a border of perennials,
possibly interspersed with annuals, to fill out during the summer
menths, one or more beds of annuals for mass effect and in less
conspicuous place a bed of annual flowers for cutting purposes.
We give below a comparison of annuals and perennials which will
aid you in making your Selection.
ANNUALS PERENNIALS
1 Bloom in a short time from sow- 1 Bloom second year from sowing.
ing. 2 Perennials come up each year.
2 Annuals must be planted yearly. 3 Period of bloom possible from
j perennials, including bulbous
3 Period of bloom possible from plants, is nine months.
annuals is roughly five months. 4 The blooming period of most of
4 Most varieties of annuals bloom the individual perennials is short.
over a period of from 6 to 8 usually 2 to 3 weeks.
weeks. 5 May and June see the perennials
a , y : at their best with another display
5 Annuals give their best display in late fall even after frost.
from July 15th until frost. 6 Perennial seeds are more expen-
6 Annual seeds are usually low sive than the annuals, but need
priced but must be bought yearly. only be bought once.
: 7 Perennials are not so free bloom-
7 Annuals are very free blooming ing as annuals and with few ex-
and when picked usually send out ceptions, do not send out another
new fiowering spikes. crop when picked.
8 Many annuals are quite fragrant. 8 ney Set ge popular perennials are
cat ines ragrant.
9 Tie EER Of Pele Zeahe large, 9 The range of colors is limited. es-
AWS LEV AD MONS SHELOONS) SNS ASIEM ho pecially in the same species.
10 For giving quick effect, annuals 10 Perennials will not give a quick ef-
are unsurpassed. fect, but are of a permanent nature.
TIME TO SOW. Sow hardy annuals outdoors as soon as the
ground can be worked. The tender annuals can be started indoors
in March or April or outdoors after danger from frost is past. Bien-
nials and Perennials, which do not bloom the first season, are gen-
erally sown in a seed bed in June, July or August, and transplanted
in late summer to the place where they are to bloom the following
season. Perennials which bloom the first season should be sown in
a box indoors in February or March, and transplanted to the garden
late in May.
SCIL AND PREPARATION. Flowers can be successfully grown
in practically all soils. Some good fertilizer, such as Baugh-gro, Pul-
verized Sheep Manure, or Bone Meal should be dug in and thoroughly
mixed with the soil when it is prepared for planting. The surface
should be made as fine and level as possible.
PLANTING. The first thing to remember in planting flower seeds
is not to plant them too deeply. The very fine seeds such as Petunia,
Snapdragon, etc.. should be scattered on the surface and pressed into
the soil with a fist board. Sow larger seeds in shallow drills.
TRANSPLANTING AND THINNING OUT. With but a few ex-
ceptions, notably Poppies, voung flower plants may readily be trans-
planted, so that they may be started in a hotbed or cold frame, or
even in boxes in a sunny window, for later transplanting to the place
where plants are to bloom.
As soon as the seedlings are large enough to handle they should
be transplanted or thinned out to prevent overcrowding. Set plants
slightly deeper than they were before lifting and be sure to firm the
soil around the roots. A good rule for spacing plants in the garden
is to set them apart half their full grown height.
Explanation of Symbols
Immediately following the names of the different flowers will be
found the letters AH, PH, ete. These are to be interpreted as follows:
AH. Annual hardy. Sow seed outdoors as soon as ground can be
worked.
AHH. Annual half hardy. Sow early indoors or outdoors after May
first.
BH. Biennial hardy. Requires very little winter protection.
BHH. Biennial half hardy. Best to winter in a cold frame.
BT. Biennial tender. For greenhouse use.
PH. Perennial hardy. Requires very little winter vrotection.
PHH. Ferennial half hardy. Best to winter in a cold frame.
PT. Perennial tender. For greenhouse use.
REARRANGEMENT OF FLOWER SEEDS
For greater convenience in ordering we have grouped the Hardy
Perennials and Biennial Flower Seeds on pages 48 to 57 inclusive.
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B. S. & B. Co.’s Supreme Asters
American Beauty Aster.
Many flower lovers omit Asters from their
gardens, under the impression that they are
difficult to grow, but during the past sum-
mer we have seen them growing side by
side under what appeared to be the worst
possible conditions with such hardy care-
free flowers as Calliopsis, Poppies and
Bachelor Buttons; there was even one lot
interspersed, with a most brilliant effect, in
a shrubbery border.
Culture. Plant Aster seed indoors or in
a hotbed in March for early blooms. When
plants are 2 to 3 inches high, thin out or
transplant to stand 4 inches apart each way
or into 2%-inch pots. When 6 inches high,
plants should be set in their permanent
position, never closer than 12 inches apart.
Excellent results are also obtained by
sowing seed where plants are to bloom. We
have found that in many instances Aster-
wilt and the yellows are less prevalent on
plants raised in this manner. Sow seed in
same manner as other annuals in a fine seed
bed and do not cover too deeply. When
ee enough, thin out or transplant as given
above.
Aster Diseases. Damping-off and Aster-
wilt may be prevented by treating the seeds
with Semesan before planting, or the roots
may be dipped in a normal solution of liquid
Semesan when transplanting. :
The Aster Beetle has not been so bad the
past few years, but is easily kept in con-
trol by the use of an arsenical spray.
TWO NEW ASTERS
AURORA ASTER
A distinct type from Italy, somewhat
similar to Sunshine Asters, but the guard
petals are much closer together and cen-
ters are fuller.
940 Azure Blue.
Guard petals are clear
azure-blue with bright yellow center
quills. Plants strong and _ vigorous,
about 2 feet high. Pkt., 25c.
941 Golden Queen. Similar to the above
but outer guard petals are creamy
white, while the quills are a deeper
vellow at the center. Pkt., 25c.
CALIFOBNIA GIANT ASTER. A superb
new race of Asters that surpasses, by far,
any previously introduced. Plants strict-
ly branching type, bearing their blooms
on long, strong stems. The flowers them-
selves leave nothing to be desired. They
are the same type as the Crego or Ostrich
Feather Aster, with long, twisted, and
curled petals, full double, and when well
grown 5 to 6 inches in diameter.
821 Deep Purple. Royal purple.
822 Deep Bose. Rich clear rose.
823 Light Blue. Clear light lavender-blue.
824 Peach Blossom. Peach-blossom-pink.
825 White. Pure snow white.
830 Supreme Mixed. A fine mixture con-
taining all the above and other colors.
Each, pkt., 25c; 4% oz., 75c.
829 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 5 colors, $1.10.
LATE AMERICAN BEAUTY ASTER. The
latest and the finest of all Asters. Plants
2 to 3 feet high, branching type. Com-
mence to bloom in early September. Flow-
ers are extremely large and are borne on
1%- to 2-foot stems. They ship well and
last a long time in water.
871 Carmine-Rose. The original
Beauty Aster.
872 Crimson. Rich deep crimson.
873 Lavender. Light grayish lavender.
874 Purple. Deep royal purple.
875 September Beauty. Flesh-pink.
876 White Beauty. Mammoth in size.
880 Finest Mixed. All colors blended.
Each, pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
879 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 75c.
American
California Giant Aster.
930 CALIFORNIA GIANT SUNSHINE. A
superb new Aster, the results of a direct
eross between the Double California Gi-
ants and the old Sunshine type. Plants
grow 2% to 3 ft. high, and bear long
stemmed flowers 5 to 6 inches across.
Colorings are just as vivid as those of
the old Sunshine type, yellow center discs
and encircling guard petals with outer
rows either pink, rose or blue. Pkt., 25c.
we BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
B. S. & B. Co.’s Supreme Asters
WILT RESISTANT ASTERS. The dread-
ed Aster wilt has caused many garden-
ers to omit this beautiful flower from
their gardens. Now with these wilt-
resistant strains, developed after years
of work, it is again possible to grow
these lovely annuals, no matter how
badly the soil is infested. No treat-
ment of seed or soil is necessary before
planting. These Asters are not resist-
ant to the Aster Yellows, which is a
disease carried by leaf-hoppers, the
Same as malaria is transmitted by
mosquitoes, but the leaf hoppers can be
controlled by frequent spraying with
Ever Green Spray. See page 64.
WILT RESISTANT ROYAL ASTERS.
Bloom early and over a long period,
flowers are fairly large and are borne
on long stems suitable for cutting.
841 Lavender. 844 Shell-Pink.
842 Purple. 845 White.
843 Rose. 850 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
849 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 5 colors, 60c.
WILT RESISTANT QUEEN OF THE
MARKET ASTER. These start the As-
ter season in July. The plants are
bushy, branching freely and bear full,
double flowers.
$01 Crimson.
902 Dark Blue. 805 Scarlet.
903 Flesh-Pink. 906 Pure White.
910 All Colors Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
909 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 6 colors. 75c.
WILT RESISTANT AMERICAN LATE
BRANCHING ASTER. The flowers are
large and full-centered, borne on long,
strong stems, making them ideal for
eutting.
801 Crimson. 804 Shell-Pink.
802 Dark Blue. 805 Copper-Rose.
803 Light Blue. 805 Pure White.
810 All Colors Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; 14 oz., 75c.
803 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 6 colors, 75c.
904 Lavender.
THE KING or NEEDLE TYPE ASTER.
Quite distinct in form, with narrow,
quilled petals, like a fine Cactus Dahlia.
Flowers large, on long, stiff stems. Last
for a long time in water.
861 Crimson King. 864 Violet King.
862 Lavender King. 866 White King.
863 Pink King. 870 Mixed King.
Each, pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 75c.
869 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 5 colors, 40c.
California Giant Sunshine Aster.
King or Needle Aster.
GIANT BRANCHING COMET ASTER. Pet-
als are long and curled or twisted like a
show Chrysanthemum. Blooms late.
851 Crimson. 854 Light Pink.
852 Dark Blue. 855 Deep Rose.
853 Light Blue. 856 Pure White.
860 All Colors Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; % oz., 75c.
859 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 50c.
SPECIAL VARIETIES OF ASTERS
931 Crimson Giant. Bright crimson; large
flowers; blooms late; extra fine for cut-
ape VEN. Was A Oy... 5G,
937 New Fancy Yellow Aster. A yellow
Aster that is really worth while. Flowers
are fairly large, borne on long stems,
as yellow in color. Pkt., 20c; % oz.,
934 Peerless Pink. Lovely light rose-pink.
Large, late, and one of the best cut flow-
ers. PkKt., 15e; % oz., $1.00.
935 Sensation. The brightest red, almost
scarlet. Exceedingly effective. Pkt., 15c;
Y% oz., $1.00.
ASPARAGUS. PT. Attractive greenhouse
semi-trailing vines.
781 Plumosus nanus. Misty green sprays,
very useful in the arrangement of cut
flowers. Pkt., 25c; 100 seeds, 75c.
782 Sprengeri. Coarser and of more bushy
growth than the above. Pkt., 15c; 100
seeds, 50c.
BEGONTIA,. PT. Everblooming bedding vari-
eties. Pretty dwarf bedding and potting
plants with waxy flowers and glaucous
foliage. Start seed early in greenhouse.
£81 Erfordia. Carmine, with dark foliage.
Pict. 25
982 Erfordia grandiflora superba. Bright
carmine: very free-flowering. Pkt., 25c.
983 gracilis luminosa. Fiery dark scarlet.
IEA eye.
984 gracilis, Prima Donna. Beautiful pink.
Piste 25:
985 semperfiorens, Salmon Queen. Rich,
clear salmon. Pkt., 25c.
986 Vernon. Very dwarf and compact.
Bronze foliage, brilliant red flowers. Pkt.,
i5e:
J .
19 3 N l t ‘ Petunia, Hybrida
°
6 OVeLTTES Flaming Velvet
The Only Gold Medal Winner, 1936.
2483. A dark horse winner for the grand
award, All-America Selections 1936,
receiving a total of 73 points from 9
out of 10 judges. Plants are strong
and vigorous growing, and very free
flowering. Flowers are a distinct new
color in Petunias, varying slightly from
velvety scarlet to brilliant blood-red
with no purplish or magenta tones.
Will be one of the most popular flower
novelties of recent years. Pkt., 50c.
Miniature Petunia
2482 NANA COMPACTA ROSE GEM.
Award of Merit 1936, All-America Se-
lections. A fine companion for Pink
Gem so popular two years ago. Color
is deep rose-pink, plants are very dwarf
and compact, scarcely more than 8
inches in height. Pkt., 50c.
Yellow Petunia, Dainty Lady
2458. Another prize winner amongst this
ever-popular flower. Delicate golden
yellow flowers of medium large size,
nicely fringed and profusely borne on
compact half dwarf sturdy plants.
Pity svc
eo 7 °
Livingstone Daisy
2212. MESEMBRYANTHEMUM CRINI-
FLORUM. A splendid new dwarf
spreading annual from Holland, liter-
ally covered with daisy-like flowers in
exquisite color variations of primrose,
gold, pink, apricot and lilac. An excel-
lent subject for rock gardens and bor-
der work. Pkt., 25c.
Yi
Marigold, Dixie Sunshine.
Marigold, Dixie Sunshine Calendula, Orange
Award of Merit 1936, All-America Selections. Shaggy
2160. A new departure in Marigolds; ELM ae :
ball-shaped RGRe Lee are ae ae 1030. A really new and distinct Calendula. Brightest
of tiny five-petaled florets; color golden orange in color, the fringy petals give a
is brilliant golden yellow; plants most distinctive appearance. Equally fine for beds,
are tall and bushy. For best re- borders or cut flowers. A 1935 Gold Medal Winner.
5 Be Sas (aed <t 950
sults start as early in the spring PKt., 25c.
as possible. Pkt., 25c.
Nasturtium, Double
Golden Globe
Award of Merit 1936, All-America
Selections.
2321. The one disadvantage of the
Gleam Nasturtiums has been their
trailing tendencies. This year we
are able to offer Golden Globe,
which is a fine dwarf form of the
old favorite Golden Gleam. Flow-
ers are deep golden yellow and
stems are long enough to use for
cuttings PEE, 25e.
Cosmos, Orange
Flare
1455. The grand champion Gold
Medal Winner All-America selec-
tion of flowers for 1935. Cosmos
Klondyke formerly took seven to
eight months to bring into bloom.
This grand new variety shortens
the time to a little over 4 months.
So that seed planted the first of
May will produce a riot of color
during September. Plants grow 2
to 3 feet tall, bushy marigold-like
foliage with bright orange flow- ;
ers. Pkt., 25c. Calendula, Orange.Shaggy.
26 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
a Ageratum -Flossflower a=
Continuous blooming, bedding and cutting annuals.
Flowers are tuft-shaped and borne in heads. Dwarf
sorts for bedding and window boxes and the tall sorts
for cutting. All varieties are fine for edging beds or
borders. For early blooms seed should be started in-
doors in March.
575 Blue Perfection. Improved tall variety with deep
sky-blue flowers. Height 12 inches. PKt., 10c; 4% oz.,
50c.
576 Little Blue Star. Very dwarf and bushy, best va-
riety for edging. Bright blue. Height 5 inches.
Pkt 25¢@3)5) pkts®, $1200)
573 Dwarf Blue. Height 8 inches. Pkt., 10c; % oz.,
30c.
578 Blue Ball. Deep ageratum blue. Plants are dwarf
and compact and very free flowering. Pkt., 25c. "i
AMARANTHUS. AHH. Showy plants with brilliantly L
colored foliage.
635 Sunrise. A superb new Amaranthus with glowing
crimson foliage. Height 3 to 4 feet. Pkt., 25c.
633 tricolor splendens (Joseph’s Coat). Gorgeous
searlet, yellow and green foliage. Height 2 feet.
Pit l0eC= At ANOZ no OC
See pages 35
to 42 inclusive
for other fine
novelties il-
lustrated in
color.
Ageratum, Blue Ball.
510 ABUTILON, Choice Hybrids (Flowering Maple).
PT. Everblooming greenhouse shrubs with delicately
veined, bell-shaped flowers. May be set outdoors
ahter June sity tek 25e;
ADONIS (Flower-of-the-Gods). Blooms in early sum-
mer, The whole plant resembles a very dwarf Cos-
mos.
561 aestivalis. AH. Scarlet. Pkt., 10c.
565 AGATHAEA coelestis. PT. A beautiful, clear blue
Daisy, growing 18 to 24 inches high. Plants are ten-
der perennials, but may be treated as annuals, bloom-
ing in August from seed planted indoors in March.
Pkt 25e
600 ALONSOA Warscewiczi (Maskflower). AHH, Bushy
plants 1% feet high with spikes of bright scarlet ~
flowers. Somewhat similar to scarlet sage. Pkt., 15c. Amaranthus, Sunrise.
Alyssum 42
Very dwarf-growing bedding or edg-
ing plants, covered with tiny white
blossoms from early Summer until frost.
612 Little Gem. Dwarf and compact;
pure white. Pkt., 10c; % 0z., 25c; 0z.,
5c.
613 Carpet of Snow or Dwarf Bouquet.
Plants flat and spreading. Pkt., 10c;
Ui Oo, BUGS OM, Sil,OO-
615 Snowflakes. The most compact and
dwarf Alyssum. Flowers are pure
snow white. Pkt., 15c; 4% oz., 75e.
614 Lilac Queen. Similar to Little Gem
pat lavender flowers. Pkt., 10c; 4% oz.,
30c.
650 ANCHUSA, Annual Blue Bird. AH.
Until the introduction of this charm-
ing novelty the Annual Anchusas
have been too straggly to be of uSe.
Blue Bird is an upright bushy plant
covered with bright indigo-blue, For- |
get-me-not-like flowers. Pkt., 25c.
761 ARCTOTIS HYBRIDA (African
Daisy). AHH. A rare novelty that is
surprisingly easy to grow. Flowers
are daisy shaped in a wide range of
colors and with dark center discs.
Good for bedding and fine as cut flow-
Cres, IRAE ADO.
760 ARCTOTIS grandis (African Lilac
Daisy). AHH. Bushy plants 2 feet |
high, with daisy-like flowers. Petals |
are white on top, lilac underneath.
Blooms all summer, Pkt., 10c; 4 oz.,
Arctotis Grandis. 35¢e.
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BALSAM, Double Camellia Flowered. AHH.
Old-time favorites with beautiful double
ecamellia-like blossoms borne amongst the
foliage. Blooms all summer. Height, 1% ft.
961 Blush White. 964 Scarlet.
962 Flesh-Pink. 965 Solferino.
963 Salmon-Pink, 966 White
970 All Colors Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; %4 02Z., 35c.
3969 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 50c.,
950 BALLOON VINE (Cardiospermum),
AHH. Quick-growing annual _ climber
bearing small white flowers followed by
green, balloon-like seed-pods. Pkt., 10¢c; %
oz., 20c.
975 BARTONIA aurea. AH. Free flowering
annual, grows about 18 inches tall and is
literally covered with bright yellow cups.
PK 25e:
1022 BRACHYCOME iberidifolia, Mixed.
(Swan River Daisy). AHH. Bushy plants
1 foot tall, bearing a profusion of small
daisylike flowers in shades of blue, pink
and white. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c.
1024 BROWALLIA elata, Mixed (Ame-
thyst). AHH. Bushy plants 1% feet tall,
covered with blue or white star-shaped
pee Blooms all season. Pkt., 10c; %
oz., 50c.
1023 BROWALLIA speciosa major. AHH.
Fine large deep blue flowers much larger
than the elata type. Pkt., 50c.,
1010 BLUE LACE FLOWER (Didiscus
caeruleus). AHH. Plants 2 feet tall bearing
delicate sky-blue flowers greatly resem-
bling Queen Anne’s Lace. Pkt., 15c.
Blue Lace Flower—Didiscus.
1026 CACALIA, Mixed (Tassel-flower). AH.
Plants 1% feet tall, bearing yellow and
scarlet tassel-like flowers all summer.
Pkt., 10c.,
Calendula—Fine for Bedding.
1028 CALCEOLARIA, Covent Garden Hy-
brids (Slipper Flower). PT. Very pretty
pot plants bearing a profusion of pocket-
shaped flowers in shades of yellow and
pink, spotted brown. Pkt., 50c.
Calendula - Pot Marigold
One of the easiest and most satisfactory
flowers to grow. Equally useful for bedding
or cutting. Blooms all summer and requires
very little care. Plants 15 inches high, bear-
ing double daisylike flowers on long stems.
1031 Chrysantha or Sunshine. A grand new
variety from far off Australia. Plants
grow about 2 feet tall and bear their huge
flowers on long stems. Buttercup-yellow.
PKE., -25¢:
1038 Campfire or Sensation. The newest and
finest Calendula. Color is bright glowing
orange, almost scarlet. Flowers are extra
large and borne on long stems. Pkt., 25c;
Y% oz., $1.00.
1036 Ball’s Orange. The best for forcing.
Plants bushy and not inclined to straggle.
Flowers are full double and a deep glow-
ing orange color. Pkt., 25c; %& oz., $1.00.
1037 Radio, Deep orange with quilled petals.
A pleasing change from the flat petalled
varieties. Pkt., 25c; %4 oz., $1.00.
1032 Lemon Queen. Extra fine lemon-yellow.
1033 Meteor. Orange, striped primrose.
1034 Nankeen. Creamy apricot; brown cen-
ters.
1035 Orange King. Bright reddish orange.
Each, pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
1040 Choice Double Mixed. A well blended
mixture that includes all colors. Pkt., 10c:
Y% oz., 25e.
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a
Calliopsis—AlIl Summer Cut Flowers.
Calliopsis - Bright Eyes
AH
Small cosmos-like flowers on bushy plants
of the easiest culture. They bloom all sum-
mer and will seed themselves and so come
up from year to year. Plant seed in shallow
drills as early in the spring as ground can
be prepared. or on large areas, where a wild
effect is wanted, broadcast and rake in.
1051 Crimson King. Dwarf; deep garnet.
2c KOS. VAL ova a aiiker
1052 Golden Ray. Dwarf; bright yellow.
ksi O C248 (O75, 30C%
1053 Tiger Star. Dwarf; reddish brown,
striped with yellow. Pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 30c.
1054 Crown of Gold. Pure yellow: grows
2 to 3 feet tall and is extra-fine for cut-
Eines) Pky esa 240Z OG.
1055 Golden Wave (C. Drummondi). Me-
dium height; golden yellow with brown
eye; very showy. Pkt., 10c; % oz.. 30c.
1057 Tall Mixed. Pkt., 10c; 4% oz., 25c.
1058 Dwarf Mixed, Pkt., 10c: % oz., 25c.
1120 CANARY BIRD VINE (Tropaecolum
canariense). AHH. Attractive slender
climber with curiously shaped bright yel-
low flowers. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 20c.
1076 CANTERBURY BELLS, Annual. AH.
Like the hardy Canterbury Bells but will
bloom the first year from seed. Plants
grow as tall and bear just as large flow-
ers as the hardy form. Mixed colors only.
Pkt, 25:
1170 CARDINAL CLIMBER (Ipomoea qua-
moclit hybrida). AHH. One of the bright-
est and most attractive annual vines;
slender and branching, with fernlike foli-
age and brilliant, star-shaped, scarlet
flowers all summer. Soak the seed in
warm water for several hours before sow-
MS, Wetter MEYOt VA. wp75 Elie:
1160 CANNA, Choice Mixed. A fine mixture
of the best sorts. Start indoors in March.
Teta ILS OVA, le.
CANNA ROOTS. See page 60.
Candytuft - Iberis
The flowers of the giant varieties are
borne in trusses somewhat like Hyacinths
and the umbellata varieties greatly resemble
the annual Alyssum in both habit of growth
and form of flower, excepting that they are
considerably larger.
ANNUAL VARIETIES. AH. Bloom from
spring to fall. Water freely.
1131 Giant Empress, or Hyacinth-Flowered.
Giant trusses of pure white flowers.
Height foot. -bkt lOc i NOZe 2 eC aOze
(5G.
UMBELLATA VARIETIES.
1132 Crimson. 1134 Rose-Cardinal.
1133 Lavender. 1136 White.
Each, pkt., 10c; 14 0z., 25c; oz., 65c.
1135 Sweet-Scented. A distinct type, very
dwarf, with fragrant, white flowers. Pkt.,
NOC OZ ce OZ. vate
1140 All Colors, Mixed. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
Giant Empress Candytuft.
Garden Stakes
Bamboo, Green.
Same thickness tip to
butt. % in. diameter..
Doz, 100 1000
Teo anise. coeeae, cement $0.15 $0.50 $3.00
2 FEES, hn ot eae AG 60 ate
De Rites Gea ea eae Bins .20 Mis: 4.50
3 Ets Hsia is an ieee 20 1.00 6.00
4 ft. +... eames: 2 1,25 8.00
5 LER 5 cSeates er wremens .30 1.50 10.00
Eamboo, Extra Heavy. *% to % inch
diameter. Doz. 100
AEE SRE rc cede. semen ors $0.60 $ 3.00
Gy BE eres bce Sete oe 1.00 6.00
SEER ae eetete one: ce acer tata ote 125 8.00
Wood, Light, Round. Tapering, painted
green. Doz. 0
TAG LET Seon 2 ae OloO mete ce
Det i ee PN eh he ROR E RE ote Gee 50 3.50
Hen Gt Cee AEE Deano GapceOne otic .85 6.00
IN TS Oe SCR Shc SPA AUnAS cach aer oeo Te 125 9.00
Brehte tee ae oe terete eamtere 75 12.50
Wood, Heavy, Round, Tapering, painted
green. Doz. 100
BYES oi Os genera arn mare On yecsiarterccs pr bar $1.50 $10.00
4) PEA AN AA AE ie eee 2.00 14.00
5 efits beak oh ees Fae ee 2.50 17.50
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Celosia - Cockscomb az=
annuals with handsome foliage
colored flower-heads. For
flowers, start seed in-
Showy
and gorgeously
largest and finest
doors in March.
CRESTED COCKSCOMB (C. cristata). Curi-
ously shaped flower-heads resembling a
rooster’s comb. Height, 10 in.
1201 Empress. Rich crimson. Pkt., 15c.
1203 Queen of the Dwarfs. Dark rose.
Height, 6 to 8 in. Pkt., 15c.
1204 Dwarf Mixed. Pki., 10c; % oz., 50c.
PLUMED COCEKSCOMEBS (C. plumosa). Two
feet tall with large, pyramidal, feathered
or plumed heads.
1211 Thompsoni Crimson.
1212 Thompsoni Yellow.
1214 Thompsoni Superb Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; %4 0oz., 50¢c.
1220 Pride of Castle Gould.
nificent type of plumed Celosia. Blooms
are long and feathered, like ostrich
plumes, much more brilliant in color than
the above. Supplied in mixed colors only.
Pkt., 25c; % oz., $1.00.
CHINESE WOOLFLOWEB (©. Childsi). A
distinct form of Celosia bearing large,
globular flower-heads that resemble balls
A truly mag-
of silky wool. Height, 2 ft.
1221 Crimson. 1223 Yellow. 1222 Pink.
1230 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; 4% oz., 40c.
Celosia—Chinese Woolfiower.
EVER GREEN SPRAY
The best non-poisonous Spray for both
chewing and sucking insects. Ounce
makes 6 gals. of spray. Oz., 35¢c (45c
postpaid); 6 ozs., $1.00
Zo
Centaurea Cyanus—Cornflower.
Centaurea
CYANUS (Cornfiower, or Bachelor’s But-
ton). AH. Also known as Ragged Sailor
and Bluets but always popular by any
name. Blooms all summer and in many
localities seed themselves so that they
come up year after year. Height, 1% feet.
1241 Double Blue. 1243 Double White.
1242 Double Pink. 1250 Double Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
IMPEBIALIS (Royal Sweet Sultan). AH.
Plants 21% to 3 feet tall, bearing flowers
similar to the above but more open and
larger; sweet scented.
1251 Lavender. 1254 Rose.
1252 Lilac. 1255 White.
1253 Purple. 1260 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 14 0oz., 35c.
1259 COLLECTION: pkt. of
the above 5 colors,
each of
One
40c.
VARIOUS FLOWERING VARIETIES
1261 americana (Basketflower). AH. Rosy
lilac flowers of giant size. Height 4 to 5
feet. Pkt., 10c;
1263 suaveolens (Yellow Sweet Sultan). AH.
Tall; creamy yellow; honey-scented, Pkt.,
15e; % oz., 35c.
FOLIAGE CENTAUREAS.
the popular “‘Dusty Millers’:
ders and edging; low growing;
white foliage.
1266 candidissima. Finely cut leaves.
10c; % oz., 50c.
1267 gymnocarpa. Velvety leaves. Pkt., 10c;
14 oz., 40c.
1360 CLEOME pungens (Giant Spider Plant).
Y% oz., 50c.
PHH. These are
fine for bor-
silvery
Pkt.,
AH. Showy for borders, blooming all
summer. R0se-colored flowers with long
“spidery” stamens. Height, 4 ft. Pkt.,
10c; %& oz., 25c.
30 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Single Annual Chrysanthemum.
Chrysanthemums
All varieties of this popular family are
nice for cutting and very valuable for bed-
ding, or for mixed borders.
ANNUAL VARIETIES (Painted Daisies).
AH. Plants 2 feet tall bearing large bril-
liantly colored, daisy-like flowers all sum-
mer.
1291 Burridgeanum. Single; white, banded
crimson. Pkt., 10e.
1292 inodorum plenissimum. Double; white.
Pkt., 10c.
1293 Evening Star. Large; single; golden
yellow. Pkt., 10c.
1294 Morning Star. Single; primrose with
dark center. Pkt., 10c.
1295 Northern Star. Single, white with at-
tractive light yellow zone around a pur-
ple center. FPkt., 10c.
1299 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 5 colors, 40c.
1300 Single Mixed. Many colors. Pkt., 10c;
Wh OVA, PAG.
1301 Double Mixed. Pkt., 10c; 4% oz., 35c.
1304 frutescens (Florist’s Marguerite). PT.
Free-blooming; pale yellow, daisy-like
flowers. Blooms during winter in the
greenhouse. May be set outdoors in sum-
agence, Jelicicc, Ilaye
CINERARIA. FT. Beautiful pot plants
for greenhouse or conservatory. Easily
grown from seed in boxes or small pots.
1321 multiflora nana hybrida. Very dwarf
and compact. Pkt., 50c.
1322 Large-flowered Dwarf, Mixed.
faneys Sekt. 50c:
1323 Large-flowered, Medium Tall, Mixed.
Pkt. 50ce:
1324 Matador.
124 kitg DOG
1325 stellata. Narrow petals; star form.
ict 0c:
Oxtra-
Large; brilliant crimson.
1370 COBAEA scandens (Cathedral Bells).
PT. A vigorous climber. Blooms the first
summer from seed started indoors in
Mareh or in the open ground in May.
Climbs 20 feet; flowers large, bell-shaped,
purplish blue. Plant the seed edgewise
and cover lightly. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
1285 CHINESE FORGET-ME-NOT, BLUE.
(Cynoglossum Amabile). AH. A elear,
deep blue hardy annual. Flowers resem-
ble Forget-me-nots and are borne on
bushy plants about 2 feet tall. Excellent
for cut flowers. Pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 50c.
1285S CHINESE FORGET-ME-NOT, PINK.
Fine novelty similar to the blue in habit
of growth but bright pink in color. Very
free blooming. Pkt., 25c; ¥% oz., 75e.
1380 COLEUS, Large-Leaved Hybrids. PT.
Fine bedding plants, grown for their bril-
liantly colored variegated foliage. Start
indoors in March. Fkt., 25c.
CYCLAMEN. PT. Beautiful flowers, sug-
gesting butterflies. One of the most pop-
ular greenhouse pot-plants. The finest
giant strains.
1470 Giant Mixed. Pkt., 50c; 100 Seeds,
$2.50)
1480 CYPRESS VINE. AHH. A beautiful
slender climber with little, scarlet or
white, star-shaped flowers. Similar to
Cardinal Climber. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 25c.
CLARKIA. AH. Easily grown; bushy; free
flowering from July to frost. Nice for
eutting and pretty in beds. Flowers are
double and borne on leafy racemes.
1341 Brilliant Crimson. 1344 White Prince.
1342 Salmon Queen. 1350 Double and
1343 Purple. Single Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 4 oz., 50c.
Clarkia.
Wild Garden Mixture
We have had so many calls for something
in flowers that could just be scattered and
raked in odd spaces to give a wild-flower-
garden effect that we have made up a tall
and dwarf mixture especially for this pur-
pose. These mixtures contain a large as-
sortment of the various annual flowers that
wiil grow and bloom with little or no care.
3300 Dwarf Wild Garden Mixture. Pkt., 10c;
YA Oey PAROR OVA, (AXE
3301 Tall Wild Garden Mixture. Pkt., 10c;
i OZ., 20C) O2s, oC,
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Cosmos azz
No garden is complete without Cosmos.
Long before they bloom their fernlike foli-
age makes a most attractive background for
the earlier blooming sorts and when they do
bloom they yield a mass of blossoms unsur-
passed by any other flower.
EARLY-FLOWERING SINGLE.
bloom in July. Height 5 ft.
1401 Crimson. 1403 White.
1402 Pink. 1410 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 14 oz., 30c.
LATE-FLOWERING GIANT SINGLE.
Bloom in fall and bear the largest flow-
ers, often over 4 inches across. Height
6 to 7 feet.
1411 Giant Crimson. 1413 Lady Lenox,
1412 Lady Lenox, White.
Pink.
1420 Late Giants Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 14 oz., 25c.
EARLY DOUBLE or CRESTED. A rare and
beautiful new type with double or crested
centers and an outer row of guard petals.
1421 Crimson King. 1423 White Queen.
1422 Pink Beauty. 1430 Mixed Colors.
Each, pEt., 20c; 1%4 oz., $1.00.
DOUBLE LATE.
1440 Mixed. Pkt., 15c; 4% oz., 60c.
1450 COSMOS, Klondyke. A distinct tall,
ease bearing single yellow flowers.
t ec
1455 COSMOS, Klondyke,
Pkt., 25c.
Dimorphotheca az
(African Orange Daisy)
Bushy plants, growing 8 inches high, cov-
ered all summer long with large daisy-like
flowers. They make bright beds and grow
well under all conditions.
1571 aurantiaca. Golden orange.
% oz., 50c.
1572 aurantiaca hybrids. New
cluding cream, yellow,
Pkt, 10ce; 4% oz., 50c.
1500 DATURBA cornucopia. AH. Bushy
showy plants, which bear double trumpet
shaped flowers, inside white, outside pur-
Ple. Pkt., 10c.
1501 DATUBA, Golden Queen. AH. Double
or triple flowered yellow. Height, 2 to 3
feet. An outstanding variety. Pkt., 25c.
Start to
Orange Flare.
Pkt., 10c:
shades, in-
deep orange, etc.
SS Single Early Cosmos.
2
Dahlia Seed
Growing Dahlias from seed is very inter-
esting, for no two plants are alike in color.
The seed we offer is collected from only the
finest named varieties and should produce
many new and distinct sorts.
Seed of the Double and Cactus varieties,
sown in early April, will bloom freely the
first season, and the single sorts will bloom
even if sown as late as June. Use same
cultural directions as for cabbage or to-
matoes.
New Coltness Hybrids
1495 New Coltness Hybrids. Dwarf sin-
gle Dahlias which bloom the first year
from seed. Flowers are very bright
and attractive. Excellent for cut flow-
ers; PEE, Zhe.
1491 Cactus Mixed.
1492 Double Large-flowering Mixed.
PET ove 7) ae - 07. “$1.00.
PE...
20c: % oz., 60c.
1493 Peony-flowered Mixed. Pkt. 25c: 1%.
OZ, T5e.
1494 Single Choicest Mixed. Pkt., lic; 1}.
oz., 40c.
Double or Crested Cosmos.
32 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Dianthus - Pinks
The varieties offered below represent the
best of the old-fashioned annual ‘‘pinks,”’ as
well as the latest introductions in both the
single and double varieties.
SINGLE JAPANESE PINKS
wigi.) AH. Height 20 in.
1531 Crimson Belle. Large crimson flowers.
1532 Eastern Queen. Marbled rose and
white.
1533 Salmon Queen. Light salmon.
1534 The Bride. White with purple center.
Each of the above, pkt., 10c; 4% oz., 50c.
1537 Choice Single Mixed. Pkt., 10c; 4 oz.,
30c.
DOUBLE JAPANESE PINE (D. Heddewigi
fi.-pl.). AH. Double forms of the pre-
ceding.
1541 Fireball. Dwarf; bright red; fringed.
1542 Mourning Cloak. Reddish mahogany,
with white margin.
1543 Snowball. Dwarf; pure white; fringed.
Each of the above, pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 50c.
1546 chinensis, Mixed. Finest double forms.
PkKt., 10e¢; 44 0z:, (35c:
1547 Japanese Double Mixed. Pkt., 10c; 4%
OZ- fone:
1625 ERYSIMUM Perofskianum (Fairy
Wallflower). AH. A very rare color in
annuals, flowers are bright orange and
greatly resemble Wallflowers. Grows best
in sunny places. 18 inches high. Pkt., 15c;
Y% oz., 50c.
(D. Hedde-
Double Annual Pinks. 3
Helichrysum—Straw flower.
Everlastings az
A group of flowers which, when dried,
retain their natural form and colors indefi-
nitely and are highly prized for winter dec-
orations. Cut them when the buds are half
open and hang by the stems, head down, in
a Shady place until dry.
1653 GOMPHRENA (Globe Amaranth). Clo-
ver-like flower-heads; pink, purple, white,
and bronzy yellow mixed. Pkt., 10c; % oz.,
Z5C,
HELICHRYSUM (Strawflower). The most
popular of the Everlastings. Flowers of
good size, double daisy-shaped and bright-
ly colored.
1661 Crimson.
1662 Gold Ball. 1665 Rose.
1663 Silver Ball. 1666 Violet.
1670 All Colors Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 25c.
1669 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 50c.
1664 Fireball.
DOLICHOS (Hyacinth Bean). AHH. Vigor-
ous climbing vines with handsome foli-
age and hyacinth-like sprays of flowers
followed by showy pods.
1581 Darkness. Lavender flowers; purple
leaves and pods. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c.
1582 Daylight. Green foliage; white flow-
ers. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 40c.
1590 DRACAENA (Cordyline) indivisa. PT.
Ornamental-leaved, opal plants for the
conservatory. Pkt., 10c.
EUPHORBIA. AH. Plants with showy vari-
colored foliage; easy to grow in any sunny
spot. Height, 2 to 3 feet.
1645 heterophylla (Annual Poinsettia). Scar-
let and green. Pkt., 15c.
1646 variegata (Snow -on-the- Mountain).
Leaves broadly edged and marked with
white. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 35c.
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Eschscholtzia - California
Poppy 4
Bushy plants with finely cut foliage and
large poppy-like flowers all summer. May
be used in mixed dwarf beds or as a border
for taller beds. Height 8 to 12 inches.
1631 Alba. Pure white.
1632 California. Pale yellow flowers.
1633 Carmine King. Large; carmine-rose.
1634 Canaliculata rosea. Soft pink; fiuted
petals.
1635 Golden West. Glowing yellow.
1636 Mandarin, [nside orange; outside scar-
let.
1637 Rose Cardinal. Creamy rose.
1638 Vesuvius. Coppery red.
Each, pkEt., 10c; %4 0oz., 40c.
1639 COLLECTION: One pkt.
the above 8 colors, 70c.
1640 Special Single Mixed. Large-fiowering
sorts, rich colors. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c;
% oz., 50c.
1641 Double and Semi-double, Mixed. Pkt.,
10c: % oz., 40c.
of each of
Bright Eschscholtzias.
1740 GERANIUM zonale, Mixed. PT. Eas-
ily grown from seed, start indoors and
transplant to the open in May or June.
PEt; -20e:
1750 GERBERA Jamesoni Hybrids (Trans-
vaal Daisy). PT. Tall, bushy plants with
large, narrow-petaled, daisy-like flowers
in all shades of red, with some whites and
yellows. Pkt., 25c.
Four O’clocks - Mirabilis
Bushy plants 2 feet tall, literally covered
with showy trumpet-shaped blooms all sum-
mer. Flowers are very sweet-scented, open-
ing in late afternoon. Plant seed in drills
% inch deep where plants are to bloom, later
thinning out to 15 inches apart. Please note
we are offering this splendid flower in sep-
arate colors this year.
1701 Bed, 1702 Deep Bose.
1704 White. 1710 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c.
1709 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 4 colors, 35c.
1703 Yellow.
Gaillardia.
Gaillardia-Blanket Flower
ANNUAL VARIETIES. AH. Fine for cut
flowers. Height, 1 to 2 feet.
1721 Indian Chief. Large, single, bronze-red
flowers. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 75c.
1722 The Bride. Double; creamy white. Pkt.,
10e; % oz. 15¢.
1723 picta, Single Mixed. Flowers of vari-
ous colors, with zones or tips of distinct
shades. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
1724 picta Lorenziana, Double Mixed. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 40c.
Four O’clock—Mirabilis.
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1765 GILIA capitata. AH. A fine new an-
nual that should be welcomed into all
gardens. Plants grow 2 feet high and bear
globular heads of lavender-blue flowers on
long stems. Pkt., 15¢c; % oz., 35c.
1770 GLOXINIA, Large-flowered Hybrids.
PT. Greenhouse plants with delicately
spotted trumpet-shaped flowers. Pkt., 50c.
GODETIA. AH. Bushy, free-blooming an-
nuals with brilliant azalea-like flowers.
Thrives in poor soil. Height, 12 to 15
inches.
1785 Azalea-flowered Carminea. A compact
bushy form especially adapted for pot cul-
ture, but also makes a fine bedding plant.
Color, carmine-rose. Pkt., 25c.
1781 Duchess of Albany. Satiny white. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 30c.
1782 Gloriosa. Large, blood-red. Pkt., 10c;
Y, oz., 30¢.
‘4A
1783 Rosamond. Glowing pink. Pkt., 10c;
Y%z oz., 30c.
1784 Choice Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 10c;
4 0Z., 25C.
Ornamental Grasses
Mostly tall-growing grasses with various-
ly colored foliage and pretty flower or seed-
heads. When cut and dried they are very
nice for winter decorations.
1810 Agrostis nebulosa (Cloud Grass).
Fine, misty sprays.
1811 Briza maxima (Big Quaking Grass).
AH. Seed-heads like rattles.
1812 Coix lacryma-Jobi (Job’s Tears). AH.
Bead-like seeds.
1813 Pennisetum villosum (P. longistylum).
(Feathertop). AH. White plumes.
1814 Pennisetum Ruppeli (Fountain Grass).
AH. Purple plumes.
1815 Zea mays japonica (Rainbow Corn).
AH. Gorgeously striped leaves.
Each, Pkt., 10c.
GYPSOPHILA (Baby’s Breath). Graceful
plants with small flowers and misty foli-
age; nice for “background” in bouquets.
1841 elegans alba. AH. lLarge-fiowered
white. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c; oz., 75c.
1842 elegans rosea. AH. Pkt., 10c; % oz.,
WDC, OZ. Ce
AH.
1843 muralis (Cushion Gypsophila). AH.
Very dwarf; pink blossoms. Good for
edgings. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c.
1880 GREVILLEA robusta (Silk Oak). PT.
Easily grown pot plants with handsome
foliage.
PGi. UOC TA Os, ane
Red Sunflower.
Ornamental Gourds.
GOURDS, Ornamental Varieties. AHH. Vig-
orous climbing or trailing plants with
heavy foliage and interesting and useful
fruits.
1791 African Pipe.
1792 Dipper. 1795 Hercules’ Club.
1793 Dish-cloth. 1796 Pear-shaped.
1800 Many Varieties Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 0oz., 35c.
1799 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 Sorts, 50c. :
HELIOTROPE (Cherry Pie). PT. Prized
for their delightful fragrance. Bloom the
first Season from seed started early in-
doors.
1881 King of the Blacks.
dwarf. Pkt., 15c.
1882 Giant Hybrids. Shades of blue and
white. Pkt., 15c.
1794 Egeg-shaped.
Very dark violet;
Helianthus - Sunflower
The ornamental varieties of Sunflower are
excellent for background and screen plant-
ings, and the miniature-flowered types make
showy cut flowers. Easy to grow.
TALL LARGE-FLOWERED SORTS. AH.
For bright mass effects.
1851 Double Chrysanthemum-flowered. Giant,
double golden yellow flowers. Height, 6
feet. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
1852 Globe Sunflower. Bright yellow, al-
most globe-shaped flowers; very free-
blooming. Height 6 feet, Pkt., 10c; % oz.,
25C.
1853 Dwarf Double. Height, 4 feet. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 25c.
1854 Red Sunflower. Various shades of red,
maroon, mahogany, ete.; large flowers.
Height, 6 feet. Pkt., 10c: % oz., 25c.
1855 Mammoth Russian. Height, 12 to 15
feet. Pkt., 10c.
SMALL-FLOWERED SORTS. AH. Free-
blooming. Height, 3 to 4 feet.
1856 Miniature. Single; bright orange. Pkt.,
0G 4A OZ, n20C:
1857 Orion. Long,
IE qe veieas WA Oya, Dae:
1858 Stella. Deep golden yellow. Pkt., 10c;
Y% oz., 25c.
1950 HUNNEMANNIA fumariaefolia (Gold-
en Cup). AH. The Giant Yellow Tulip
Poppy. Bushy plants, 1% feet tall, with
large, golden yellow flowers, very similar
to California Poppies. July to frost.
Bite 0c ee 023.256:
1951 HUNNEMANNIA, Sunlite. A Poppy
that makes an excellent cut flower. The
extra band of petals is produced on the
outside of the tulip-shaped flower. Bright
canary-yellow. Plants grow about 18
inches. tall. Pkt., 25c.
1940 HUMULUS japonicus (Japanese Hop).
AHH. Neat, quick-growing vine. Will
climb 30 feet. Thrives and stays green
in spite of drought and heat. Pkt., 10c;
14, OZ., 25C;
twisted, yellow petals.
PERENNIAL FLOWERS are listed on
pages 48 to 57 inclusive.
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Ze as ree Lupinus - Sun Dial
Fine flowers, suitable for both
border decoration and _ cutting.
They thrive best on a well-drained
limestone soil, but will give satis-
factory results under any ordinary
condition and do not object to some
shade. The plants are large, pro-
ducing many tall spikes thickly set
with pea-like blossoms.
ANNUAL HARTWEGI TYPE.
AH. Bloom all summer. Height,
2 feet.
2091 Dark Blue. 2093 Rose.
2092 Light Blue. 2094 White.
2100 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 30c; oz., 50c.
New Lupinus
2088 King Blue. Enormous
1970 KOCHIA trichophylla (Burning Bush). AHH. spikes of rich Oxford blue.
Annual hedge plants, 2 feet tall, oval in shape; Plants grow 3 to 4 feet high
bright green fernlike foliage, changing to blood-red and are base branching, with
in tally Pee. 10e: % oz., 25e. 6 to 8 spikes to a plant. Pkt.,
IMPATIENS. PT. Continuous blooming pot plants 29C
for greenhouse or conservatory. Bushy growth and
very floriferous.
1961 Holsti Hybrids. Pkt., 25c.
1962 Sultani Hybrids. Larger than the preceding.
Kochia Trichophylla.
2090 King Mixed. Includes
many different shades of blue,
pink, rose and white. Easily
grown from seed and remark-
ably true to type. Pkt., 25c.
PEE Zoe.
: = 2087 Sulphureug Superbus.
1965 IONOPSIDIUM acaule (Violet Cress). AH. A Plants ee large se vigor-
very pretty dwarf annual; suitable for rock gar- ous, grow 2 to 3 feet high and
dens and edging. Plants very dwarf with cress-like bear 6 to 8 spikes of sulphur-
foliage. Flowers are bright lilac-blue. Pkt., 25c. yellow flowers. Pkt., 25c.
1985 LANTANA. Finest Mixed. PHH. Quick-grow-
ing plants with bright, verbena-like flower
clusters. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 30c.
LAVATERA (Annual Mallow). AHH. Shrub-
by plants, growing about 2 feet tall and
blooming all summer. Large single fiow-
ers somewhat like Hibiscus.
2021 Giant Rose. 2022 Giant White.
Each, pkt., 10c; %4 0oz., 25c.
Larkspur «a=
Easily and quickly grown in any garden.
The graceful spikes are nice for cutting.
The following Double Stock-flowered varie-
ties grow 2% feet tall and bloom all sum-
mer.
1998 La France. Clear salmon-pink. Plants
are of upright branching habit and very
free flowering. Pkt., 15¢c: %4 oz., 60c.
1991 Dark Blue. 1993 Newport Pink.
1997 Light Blue. 1995 White.
1992 Lilac. 2000 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 14 0oz., 30c.
1996 Exquisite Pink. Beautiful soft pink.
Pkt., 10c: % oz., 50c.
1999 COLLECTION: One pkt. each of 7 col-
ors, 65c.
1994 Larkspur, Rosamond
A Gold Medal winner in the 1934 All-
America Selections. Plants grow 2 to 3
feet tall with long spikes of double flow-
ers, pure rose-pink in color. Pkt., 15c.
Giant Imperial Larkspur
A grand new race of Annual Larkspur,
branching from the base so that all
spikes are long stemmed.
2001 Blue Spire. Rich, deep Oxford blue.
PEE, 25e:
2002 Gloria. Rich, deep rose. Pkt., 25c.
2003 Peach Blossom. Clear, light pink.
Pkt., 25c.
2004 Blue Bell. Clear azure-blue. Pkt.,
25¢e.
Giant Imperial Larkspur.
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Lobelia azz
Lobelia is one of the most charming blue border |
plants. Easily grown from seed, it blooms continu-
ously and profusely from early summer until late i
fall. Equally adapted for borders, porch boxes, or if
hanging baskets. Start seed in boxes or pots indoors a
to prolong the blooming season. Prefers a rather
moist, rich soil.
2071 compacta, Crystal Palace. Azure-blue with white
eye; compact and bushy. FRt., 15c.
2072 Emperor William. Dark blue; compact. PkKt., 25c.
2073 Gracilis. Trailing; light blue. Pkt., 10c. ij
2074 Speciosa. Trailing; dark blue, white eye. PkRt.,
INC.
2076 compacta, Mixed. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c.
LEPTOSYNE. AH. Blooms five weeks after sowing;
resembles Coreopsis. Height, 1 ft.
2041 maritima. Lemon-yellow. Pkt., 15c.
2042 Stillmani, Orange-yellow. Pkt., 15c.
2052 LINARIA Maroccana Hybrids (Toad Flax). AH.
Flowers resemble snapdragons but spaced farther
apart. White, Pink, Yellow, and Blue mixed. Pkt.,
TCE
2061 LINUM grandifiorum rubrum (Crimson Flax). }
AH. Very pretty dwarf plants with bright red flow- ,
igs Ieee INGE UA OAS BK. '
Lobelia, Crystal Palace. y ; t
e
Mignonette 4”
Always a favorite for its distinctive fra-
erance. Prefers a dry, sunny spot. Easy to
srow and fine for cut flowers. Height, 10
inches.
2221 Defiance. Large, grayish flowers. Pkt.,
ILE ACA Bike
2223 Goliath. Giant flowers of deep red.
Pkt., 15c; % oz., 50c.
2224 Machet. Reddish tinted. Pkt., 10c;
VA OVA BIEN GE
2225 Old-fashioned Sweet-scented. Smal]
flowers but very fragrant. Pkt, 10c;
Vy OZ., 25C :
Marigold - Tagetes 4"
DOUBLE FRENCH DWARF. Flowers small-
er than those of the African type; fine for
beds and edging. Height .10 inches.
2161 Gold Striped. Reddish brown, striped
bright yellow; very showy. Pkt., 10c; % Bs
oz., 40c.
2162 Pigmy Golden Ball. Pure yellow. PKt.,
10e; % o0z., 40¢.
2163 Mahogany. Reddish brown. Pkt., 10c; <
Vy, OZ., 40c. ~
2164 Dwarf Double, Mixed. Pkt., 10c; %4 0z.,
30c. 2
SINGLE FRENCH DWARF.
2172 Legion of Honor. Yellow, spotted
brown, very bright. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 30¢e.
DOUBLE AFRICAN. Large, globular flow-
ers on long stems.
2152 Lemon Queen. Clear lemon-yellow.
keine Bus aie, Ike Kes A Ova, SWC:
2158 Lemon Queen, Prize Strain. Pkt., 25c.
2153 Orange Prince. Bright orange. Pkt.,
Nes YA. yA IKE
2157 Orange Prince, Prize Secret Pkt., Pes >
2154 Tall Double, Mixed. kt 0c; 14 07% %
30c. ee > % ae ;
2156 Dwarf Double, Mixed. Pkt., 10c; 4 0z., a f= \ f
30c.
Carnation-Flowered Marigolds
2150 Guinea Gold. Still a favorite for all
garden purposes. Orange flushed with
gold, plants:2% to 3 feet high. Pkt., 15c.
2151 Yellow Supreme. The lemon-yellow . —— :
counterpart of Guinea Gold with some- ; ;
what larger flowers. PkKt., 15c. Guinea Gold Marigold. }
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2190 MATTHIOLA bicornis (HEve-
ning Scented Stock). AH. A spe-
cies of Stock with lilac-colored
blooms which give off a delicate
fragrance in the eéve-
ning. Pkt., 10e; % oz.,
25¢.
2200 MAURANDIA, Miz-
ed. PT. A graceful slen-
der climber with blue,
mauve, or white flowers:
nice for vases. PRKt., 25c.
2210 MESEMBRYANTHE-
MUM crystallinum (I[ce-
plant). AHH. An inter-
esting plant with a
transparent coating
which looks like ice on
stems and leaves. Pilate,
10e: 44. 02.. 25e:
2230 MIMOSA pudica (Sen-
Sitive: Plant). A EVER. ~ 3A
unique plant with leaves
that and droop
when touched. Pkt., 10c.
2240 MIMULUS moscha-
tus (Musk Plant). PHH.
Small yellow flowers,
fragrant leaves: nice for
hanging-baskets. Pkt.,
15c.
MOMORDICA. AHH. Vines with orna-
mental foliage and peculiar warted
close
fruits that open and show their
searlet interiors in the fall.
2251 Balsamina (Balsam Apple).
Round yellow fruits; climbs 10 feet
or more. Pkt., 10c.
2252 Charantia (Balsam Pear).
shaped fruits. Pkt., 10c.
Morning Glory z=
2271 Colorado Blue. A fine clear blue Morn-
ing Glory from Colorado. Pkt., 25c.
2276 Double Rose Marie. Charming double
pink Morning Glory. Pkt., 25c.
2272 Imperial Japanese, Mixed. A very
large-flowered strain; many beautiful and
unusual colors. Pkt., 10c: oz., 40c.
2274 Dwarf, Mixed. For beds and rock gar-
Pear-
dens. Height, 1 foot. Pkt., 10c: oz., 25c.
2275 Brazilian. Tall-growing, with rose-
pink flowers; free-blooming. Pkt., 10c:
oz., 60c.
2280 MUSA ensete (Abyssinian Banana).
PT. Handsome conservatory plant. May
be used outdoors in summer. Pkt., 25c.
MOONFLOWER. AT. Vigorous climbers
with immense, flat, round blossoms which
open in early evening and close the fol-
lowing morning. The seed is delicate and
should be started indoors, first soaking it
in water for several hours. Plant out-
doors late in May.
2261 Black-seeded White. Pkt., 10c: oz., 75c.
Improved
Heavenly Blue
Moonflower.
2263 HEAVENLY BLUE IMPROVED
MOONFLOWER. When is a Moonflower
not a Moonfiower? And the answer is
when it’s also a Morning Glory. This new
improved strain of Heavenly Blue Moon-
flower opens in the early morning, but
remains open until about 3 o’clock in the
afternoon on sunny days and much later
on dull days. Flowers are large and deep
intense blue in color. A fence or trellis
covered with these charming blue flowers
gives a never-to-be-forgotten thrill. For
best results plant in a dry location, use
no fertilizer and do not plant until the
weather is warm. Pkt., 25c.
301s Tagetes Signata Pumila,
Little Giant
We know of no other dwarf plant that
apparently bears so many blooms as this
new strain of Tagetes. Plants grow 6 to
8 inches tall, spread 10 to 12 inches in
diameter and when in full bloom, the
green fern-like foliage is hardly visible.
Wonderful as a border plant or for dwarf
beds combined with Blue Ball Ageratum.
Pkt., 15e: %& oz., 50c. ’
Tagetes Signata Pumila, Little Giant.
The World’s Best |
We believe that we offer on this page the)
Golden State. g <... es where. If you have only been growing one ty |
—— aS Bc From the charming Little Mexicana variety, |h
California, each has a place of its own in the
Cultural Note: While Zinnias are quite a h\
remembered that they are natives of Mexico alli
plant too early as when the young plants are ¢»
they receive a check which often causes mis-s3
tions in color.
New Mammoth |
This wonderful new class is named from thi
decorative Dahlias. Flowers often measure |
Plants broad and robust. Height, 3 feet.
3100 Canary Bird. Light canary-yellow. \
3101 Dream. Deep lavender, shading to purp
3102 Exquisite. Light rose, blending to deep
3103 Golden State. Rich yellow, changing
ange. |
3104 Old Rose. Just as the name implies,
3105 Polar Bear. Best pure white yet S|
Zinnias. |
Each, pkt., 1)
3109 COLLECTION: O
3110 Choicest Mixed. /
California :
Same vigorous growth as the Dahlia-F
and consequently larger in some cases. ]
3161 Cerise Queen. Cerise-rose. i
3162 Lemon Queen. Lemon-orange. 4
3163 Miss Willmott. Beautiful soft pink. |
Each,
3169 COLLECTION: O:'
3170 Supreme Mixed. 1/1
Dwarf Double Cf
Bushy plants 15 to 18 inches high, cov;
celled for bedding and fine for table decug
3141 Bright Scarlet. 3143 ‘6
3142 Canary-Yellow. 31448
Each, ||
3149 COLLECTION: (3
Elegans |
A very fascinating form of this
with small perfect, full double flow!
3171 Crimson Gem.
3172 Flesh.
3175 White.
3152. In the mad rush for the larg}
and giant-flowered strains of man |
of our flowers, the smaller varie}
ties have been neglected. Thi)
charming little Zinnia has alway
held a very high place in our es}
teem. It is easily grown in almos |}
any location, practically free fron)
insects and blooms continuousl)
until killed by frost. The illustra)
tion on the front cover is true t}
life, having been made from a
actual photograph. Sturdy plants
9 to 10 inches high, with stem
long enough for cutting. It is ex
cellent for use either in the roc
garden or for low beds or borders
Pkt., 15¢c; 2 pkts., 25c. |
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Zinnias there is a treat in store for you.
n on the front cover, to the Giants otf
n and all make the finest of cut flowers.
slant and very easy to grow, it must be
> hot weather and full sunshine. Do not
ed to frosts or a period of cold weather,
flowers and also causes extreme varla-
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nblance of the flowers to the big double
es in diameter and 3 inches in depth.
nique.
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3106 Scarlet Flame. Bright scarlet, with a blend-
ing of orange. ;
3107 Oriole. Immense gold and orange bi-color.
Magnificent.
1 3108 Crimson Monarch. Enormous ecrimson-scar-
let: largest of all Zinnias.
oz., 50c; 14 0Z., 90c.
t. of each of the above 9 varieties, $1.10.
ors. Pkt., 15¢c: % oz., 60C; 0OZ., $2.00.
nt Double Zinnias |
ed Zinnias but flowers are more flat and spreading
ong stems for cutting.
3164 Scarlet Gem. Glowing scarlet.
3165 Orange King. Golden yellow.
3166 Purity. Pure white.
15c; %4 0oz., 75c.
t. of each of the above 6 varieties, 75C.
ibe: % oz., 5O0C.
4
id-Come-Again Zinnias
with rounded flowers about 2 inches across. Unex-
1S.
n Yellow. 2145 White.
on-Rose. 3150 Choice Mixed.
Oc; 14 02Z., 35c.
tt. of each of the above 5 varieties, 40c.
ble Lilliput Zinnias
ir flower. Plants are dwarf and bushy and covered
3173 Golden Orange.
3174 Salmon Rose.
3180 Mixed.
tt., 15c; 14 oz., 50c.
. Of each of the above 5 colors, 60c.
Miscellaneous Types
3151 Curled and Crested, Large, double flowers, with ‘ 7
curiously twisted and curled petals. Height, 2 ft. Fantasy Zinnia.
Ekt, 10c; % oz., 50c.
3190 FANTASY MIXTURE. A distinct departure from the formal type of
Zinnia. Flowers are medium sized, double, with half-curled, ray-like pet-
als. The one criticism of Zinnia has been that they were too stiff; this
charming new variety has a distinctly airy appearance and makes excel-
lent cut flowers. A full range of color is represented. Pkt., 25:
3153 Red Riding Hood. Plants 1% feet tall, covered with small double
scarlet flowers. Pkt., 10c;: ™% oz., 35c.
nias but each petal is tipped with a contrasting color. Pkt., 15c; 4 oz., 75c.
3154 SCABIOSAFLORA, Crested Zinnia. A distinct departure from
form of Zinnia yet introduced. Flowers look like someone had cut th
center out of a big double Zinnia and inserted a bloom of Scabiosa;
3155 Picotee Mixed. A distinct type same size and shape as the giant Zin-
a most pleasing arrangement, centers are generally a contrasting shade.
Plants are strong and vigorous, growing about 3% feet tall. Pkt., 25c
% 0Z., T5c.
3176 Lilliput Tom Thumb Mixed. The smallest Zinnia of them all completes
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the usual range of Zinnia colors. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25c. Red Riding Hood.
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We believe that we offer on this page the finest assortment of Zinnias to be had any-
Golden State. . where. If you have only been growing one type of Zinnias there is a treat in store for you
\ From the charming Little Mexicana variety, shown on the front cover, to the Giants of
\ California, each has a place of its own in the garden and all make the finest of cut flowers.
Cultural Note: While Zinnias are quite a hardy plant and very easy to grow, it must be
remembered that they are natives of Mexico and like hot weather and full sunshine. Do not
plant too early as when the young plants are subjected to frosts or a period of cold weather,
they receive a check which often causes mis-shapen flowers and also causes extreme varia-
tions in color.
New Mammoth Dahlia-Flowered
This wonderful new class is named from the resemblance of the flowers to the big double
x i 2 decorative Dahlias. Flowe often measure 6 fiches in diameter and 3 inches in depth.
{ =~ = a “ Plants broad and robust. Height, 3 feet. 1
<~ { 3100 Canary Bird. Light canary-yellow.
s = 3101 Dream. Deep lavender, shading to purple. | Unique.
blending to deep rose in the center. .
3106 Scarlet Flame. Bright scarlet, with a blend-
ing of orange.
Sule ‘ j 3102 Exquisite. Light rose, ;
. ms 3103 Golden State. Rich yellow, changing to! or-
ange. 4 F F 7
‘ : 1 riole. Immens old and orange bi-color.
3104 Old Rose. Just as the name implies. . Reagninecnt. ed .
3105 Polar Bear. Best pure white yet seen in 3108 Crimson Monarch. Enormous crimson-scar-
Zinnias. let; largest of all Zinnias.
Each, pkt., 15c; ¥% oz., 50c; 14 0oz., 90c.
3109 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the above 9 varieties, $1.10.
3110 Choicest Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 15c; 4 oz., 60c; oz., $2.00.
California Giant Double Zinnias
Same vigorous growth as the Dahlia-Flowered Zinnias but flowers are more flat and spreading
and consequently larger in some cases. Fine long stems for cutting.
3161 Cerise Queen. Cerise-rose, 3164 Scarlet Gem. Glowing scarlet.
3162 Lemon Queen. Lemon-orange. 3165 Orange King. Golden yellow.
3163 Miss Willmott. Beautiful soft pink. 3166 Purity. Pure white.
Each, pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
3169 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the above 6 varieties, T5c.
3170 Supreme Mixed. Pkt., 15c; ™%4 oz., 50c.
Dwarf Double Cut-and-Come-Again Zinnias
Bushy plants 15 to 18 inches high, covered with rounded flowers about 2 inches across. Unex-
celled for bedding and fine for table decorations.
3141 Bright Scarlet. 3143 Golden Yellow. 3145 White.
: 3142 Canary-Yellow. 3144 Salmon-Rose. 3150 Choice Mixed.
pone) Each, pk‘}, 10c; 14 0z., 35c.
Ee wiite Z : <i 3149 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the above 5 varieties, 40c.
Y Sy : . . . .
. Elegans Double Lilliput Zinnias
i A very fascinating form of this poplar flower, re varft ) , ‘i OV
* . / with se eee, gn en it Poy wer, Plants are dwarf and bushy and covered
52 > ; : 3171 Crimson Gem. 3173 Golden Orange.
: ¥ 3172 Flesh. 3174 Salmon Rose.
3175 White. 3180 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; 14 oz., 50c.
3179 Collection: One pkt. of each of the above 5 colors, 60c
Miscellaneous Types 5 Va lt
- ° °
“ Zin d
aa nia Improve 3151 puried and Crested, Large, double flowers, with z
° curiously twisted and curled petals. Height, 2 ft. Fantasy Zinnia.
' Mexicana Haageana] Pi Woe, Soe s0
¥ : 4 ; £ t< 3152. In the mad rush for the large 3190 FANTASY MIXTURE. A distinct departure from the formal type of
¥ ee . and giant-flowered strains of many Zinnia. Flowers are medium sized, double, with half-curled, ray-like pet-
a A ie i of our flowers, the smaller varie- als. The one ticism of Zinnia has been that they were too stiff; this
¢ ties have been neglected. This charming new ariety has a distinctly airy appearance and makes excel-
z é © i charming little Zinnia has always lent cut flowers. A full range of color is represented. Pkt., 25c.
a A i ee a held a very hig ace f 1S- ee ;
e: ee a J ae place in our es 3153 Red Riding Hood. Plants 114 t tall, covered with small double
—— . is easily grown in almost scarlet flowers, Pkt., 10c; % oz,
z i any location, practically free from F : 7
. 5 , insects and blooms continuously 3155 Picotee Mixed. A distinct type same size and shape as the giant Zin-
¥ f . until killed by frost. The illustra- nias but each petal is tipped with a contrasting color. Pkt., 15c; 4 oz., 75¢
A tia ue a °:, atle tion on the front cover is true to |j 3154 SCABIOSAFLORA, Crested Zinnia. A distinct departure from any
_ eT Pig life, having been made from an form of Zinnia yet introduced. Flowers look like someone had cut the
i 0 Sa actual photograph. Sturdy plants, fi center out of a big double Zinnia and inserted a bloom of Scabiosa;
et Pi Sth, 9 to 10 inches high, with stems a most pleasing arrangement, centers are generally a contrasting shade.
é a Ze long enough for cutting. It is ex- Plants are strong and vigorous, growing about 3% feet tall. Pkt., 25c;
aN Z cellent for use either in the rock B Oss: 49C:
~ s garden or for low beds or borders. 3176 Lilliput Tom Thumb Mixed. The smallest Zinnia of them all completes
our list. Plants 6 to 8 inches tall, bearing small full double flowers in 3
the usual range of Zinnia colors. Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25c. Red Riding Hood.
Pkt., 15c; 2 pkts., 25e.
Dahlia-Flowered Zinnias.
. = Sa
Nasturtium, Gleam Hybrids.
e e
Nicotiana
(Sweet Scented Tobacco). AHH. Fine
border plants, 2 to 3 ft. tall, with clusters
of long, trumpet-shaped flowers all summer.
Delightfully fragrant in the evening.
2351 affinis. Flowers pure white. Pkt., 10c;
4 OZ, ade:
2352 affinis Hybrids. Shades of pink and red. PKt.,
Wes A OVA, BIG
2355 Crimson King. Medium tall plants with large
deep crimson blooms. Pkt., 25c.
2353 Sanderae Hybrids.
but larger flowered. Many shades of red
lavender. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 30c.
2354 sylvestris. Large white flowers. akctes,
TNO Z- oO G:
Nigella
IE Le Ge
NIGELLA (Love-in-a-mist).
sturdy plants with pretty flowers, sur-
rounded by feathery foliage. Height, 15°
inches. i
2361 damascena, Mixed. Blue and white.
Ie, UNE VA Cv, ABC:
2362 Miss Jekyll. Large, double, deep blue
flowers; excellent for cutting. Pkt., 10c;
TRO ZO Gs
2330 NEMESIA Suttoni, Large-flowered,
Mixed. AHH. Bushy plants 1 foot high,
with flowers similar to miniature snap-
dragons. Bright colors. FkKt., 15c.
2340 NEMOPHILA, Mixed (Baby-blue-
eyes). AH. Cup-shaped flowers, white and
shades of blue: all summer. Height, 1 foot. Pkt.,
Oe:
2435 PASSIFLORA caerulea. AHH. Beautiful
blue climber from Mexico.
ery, due to the singular formation of the
ers! Pkt 25¢
Not so tall as N. affinis
It was given great
religious significance at the time of its discov-
Double Gleam Nasturtiums
The original Golden Gleam Nasturtium
has proven so popular that work on pro-
ducing other distinct shades and forms has
proceeded with increasing interest and ex-
cellent results. This year we are pleased
to offer two new forms. A Dwarf Golden
Gleam “Golden Globe’ and “Orange Gleam’’
a distinctly deeper shade than the original.
2322 Double Golden Gleam. The original
double Nasturtium and in our opinion one
of the finest flowers of today. Pkt., 15c;
OZ DUG:
2321 Dwarf Double Golden Globe. A dwarf
form of the immensely popular original
Golden Gleam. Flowers same size and
just as fragrant. Award of Merit 1936,
All-America selections. Pkt., 25c.
2325 Double Orange Gleam. Another new
separate color of this fine flower. Flowers
are double, sweet Scented and deep golden
orange, Pkt., 25c.
2323 Double Scarlet Gleam. Bright dazzling
searlet measuring up to 3 inches across.
Pt iG:
2324 Double Gleam Hybrids. A superb mix-
ture of Double Sweet Scented Nasturtiums
comprising all colors. Pkt., 15¢c; % oz.,
50c.
DWARF SINGLE VARIETIES
aeo Chameleon. Several shades on each
plant.
2302 Yellow and Crimson. 2303 Scarlet.
2304 Golden Yellow. 2306 Crimson.
2305 Bright Red. 2307 Cream,
2308 Salmon-Rose.
Each, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 14 1b., 60c; lb., $2.00.
2310 Choicest Dwarf Mixed. All colors. Pkt.,
WN? CrA, byes VA ilo, HUGS Mico, sl).
TALL SINGLE NASTURTIUMS
2311 Chameleon. Various shades on
same plant,
2312 Crimson.
2313 Golden Orange. 2315 Yel Scarlet.
2316 Yel. and Crimson. 2317 Salmon-Rose.
Each, pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; 1% lb., 60c; 1b., $2.00.
2320 Choicest Tall Mixed. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 15c:
1 bs, b0e; lb: $i-00:
the
2314 Cream.
and
10¢c;
Nasturtium,
Scarlet Gleam.
flow-
Marvelous Double Petunia.
Petunias, in the fine strains available to-
day, are one of our finest summer flowers.
For bedding they are unsurpassed, and are
almost indispensable for porch and window
boxes.
CULTURE. The
Giant =) ieties are best
started indoors in Febri la or March, and
transplanted in May to the mee where they
are to bloom, atti the Bedding sorts will
give excellent results if sown in the open
in April or May.
Petunia seeds are very fine and should be
sown in very shallow drills. The best method
is to sow on top of the soil, press down
firmly with a smooth board, water, and then
cover with cheesecloth or paper until the
seedlings show. Keep well watered at all
times, and transplant as
enough to handle.
soon as large
Petunias
GIANT-FLOWERED SINGLE and DOUBLE
2450 Theodosia. Giant single flowers deli-
cately fringed. Rich clear pink with yel-
low throat. Pkt., 35c.
2451 Dwarf Giant of California. Large flow-
ers ruffled petals. Very compact growing.
EK. 35e:
2452 Giant Single Fringed Mixed. The flow-
ers are monstrous in size and all are deli-
cately veined with contrasting colors.
Edges of the petals are finely fringed.
Eke 35¢; 3. pkts:,. $1.00:
2453 Marvelous Double Fringed Mix-
ed. Flowers are of largest size, full
double and finely fringed. This is
the finest strain we have ever seen,
Pkt., 60c.
2467 Ruffied Dwarf Martha Washing-
ton. Large pink, fiowers delicately
veined with purple on dwarf com-
pact plants. Pkt., 35c.
BALCONY PETUNIA. Vigorous, trail-
ing plants with profuse blooms of
large size. The best single Petunias
for window boxes and fine for bed-
ding.
2461 Blue. Deep violet-blue—a rare
and exceedingly attractive color.
RK, 25e; 1 02.,
2462 Rose. 2464 White.
2463 Crimson. 2466 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; % oz., 75c.
2469 COLLECTION: One pkt.
of the above 4 colors, 60c.
$1.00.
of each
902 LIBERTY, AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. 41
Petunias for All 4#=
GIANT PORTLAND PETUNIAS. A
tiful new form of Petunias on the
order as the Balcony 7
a stocky, semi-trailing
extremely large ruffled I
Excellent for porch ad aaidan
2454 Elk’s Pride. Royal
ers of velvety texture
2455 Pink Glory. Plain
and attractive, deep rose in color.
2456 Pride of Portland. Clear rose,
cately veined.
2457 White Ser. Extra large, finely
fringed and pure white.
Each, pkt., ie 4 pkts., 90c.
2459 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 4 colors, 90c.
2460 Giant Portland Mixed. An extra choice
assortment of the Giant Portland type of
Petunias. PkKt., 25c.
llc A ac;
illed fiowe
DOXES.
le eee ea
edged put very ial
ct
Bedding Petunias «
Our strains of bedding Petunias are all of
compact, bushy growth with the exception
of Choice B ;eddin 1g Mixtu ire, which is the old
semi 2
This dwarf t
ed for large beds and
luxuriantly from early
by frost.
2471 Brilliant. Carmine-pink. Pkt., 10c.
2472 Dwarf Inimitable Striped and Blotched.
Dwarf; flowers distinctly striped. Kt,
10c; 144 oz., 60¢c.
2473 Howard’s Star.
a blush-white star
2474 Rosy Morn.
with bright
oz., 60c.
recommend-
and bloom
until killed
is especially
borders
Summer
Crimson-maroon with
Pkt.. 10c: 1. oz.. 60c.
Seies bedder: c =re
pink flowers. Pkt., 10c: %
2475 Snowball Dwarf: pure white. Pkt
10c; & oz., 60c.
2476 Silver Blue. Dwarf, light blue bed-
ding Petunia. Pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 60c.
2477 Rose of Heaven. Flowers are clear
brilliant rose and profusely
mer. Pkt., 10c; % oz.; 60c.
2478 Nana Compacta Pink Gem. 6 to §&
inches tall covered with clear pink flowers.
Bit, te.
2482 Nana Compacta Rose Gem. Deep rose
flowers on small compact plants
the finest for bedding or borders. Award
of Merit 1936. Pkt., 50c.
2481 Violacea. Deep violet-pi
borne all sum-
One of
irple. Pkt., 10c:
1, oz., 60c.
2480 Choice Bedding Mixed. All colors. Pkt
te %. G74 50e:
Bedding Petunias.
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Phlox Drummondi 42
Easily grown bedding annuals. They are gor-
geous in masses, blooming from e
to fall, requiring a sunny location and only a
moderately good soil. Flowers are borne in
heads on fairly long stems.
Large-Flowered Tall Varieties (P.
flora). Broad trusses. Height 12 inches.
2491 Blood-Red. 2496 Violet.
2492 Crimson. 2497 White.
2493 Flesh-Pink. 2498 Yellow. 4
2494 Rose. 2490 Salmon.
2495 Scarlet.
Each, pkt., 10c; 1% oz., 50c.
2499 COLLECTION: One pkt. each
9 colors, 80c.
2500 Choicest Mixed. Pkt., 10c; %
2501 Starred and Fringed, Mixed
ta). Petals deeply cut and fringed in various
star shapes. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c.
2502 Dwarf Cecily Phlox. Fines
large-flowered type of bushy growth. Splen-
did for edging. All colors. Height 6 to 8
inches: Sekt [ber +6 7OZ woe.
PORTULACA (Sun Rose). AH. Dwarf, spread-
ing plants that bloom all summer. They re-
quire full sunlight and will thri
terraces, and other exposed surfaces where
other flowers burn out. Portula
used in porch or window-boxes, urns, or
pedestals.
Flowers resemble miniature single and dou-
ble Roses in a wide assortment of brilliant
reds, pinks, yellows and whites.
early in the spring as the ground can be pre-
pared either in very shallow dri
east on the surface and cover 1
2571 Single, Mixed. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c.
DOUBLE PORTULACA.
2573 Double Golden Yellow.
2574 Double Deep Rose.
2575 Double Deep Crimson.
2576 Double Deep Scarlet.
2577 Double White.
arly summer
grandi-
of the above
oz., 40c.
(P. cuspida-
te mixedh At
ve on banks,
cas are also
Sow seed as
lls or broad-
ightly.
Each, pkt., 20c; 3 pkts., 50c. Phlox Drummondi.
2579 Collection: One pkt. of
each of the above 5 varieties,
75¢.
2572 Double, Mixed. Pkt., 15c;
% 0Z., 60¢.
Double Portulaca.
Poppies
Given a light soil and a sunny location, Poppies grow
almost like weeds. The seed should be scattered thinly
on the surface of a mellow seed-bed, or barely covered
with fine soil.
SINGLE ANNUAL POPPIES. AH.
2541 Admiral. Tall; large white flowers, edged with scar-
ikeiey Jedi, IUXOR BA OPA. AC.
2542 American Legion. Orange-scarlet. Height, 1% ft.
eke. Ie? 1A GA. BOC:
2543 The Bride. Large; pure white. Pkt., 10c; 4% oz., 25c.
2544 Dannebrog, or Danish Flag. Scarlet marked with
white in the shape of a cross. Showy. Pkt., 10c; %4 0z.,
25¢c.
2545 Tulip (Papaver glaucum). Flaming cardinal-red.
elie) Ales VA vA, BXUIGE
2546 Single Shirley, Mixed. Lovely shades of red, pink,
salmon, and white. Height, 1% ft. Pkt., 10c; 4% oz.,
2550 Choice Single, Mixed. Pkt., 10c; % oz.,
BOOS OVA (HVC
BARR’S MAMMOTH DOUBLE POPPY.
Plants are strong and vigorous and the
flowers are much larger than the old
Peony-and Carnation-flowered types.
2551 Irresistible. Salmon shades.
2552 Taplow Pink. Clear pink.
\\ 2553 Rose Brilliant. Bright rose.
2555 White Colossal. Pure white.
Each, pkt., 15c; %4 0z., 40c.
2554 Double Shirley Hybrids. All the dainty
: colors of the Shirley type. Pkt., 10c;
% oz., 50e.
2560 Double Carnation-flowered, Mixed.
Large flowers with fringed petals. Height,
Py Gee, Ieee, WOES 4h OVA, BOG.
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 43
Primula - Primrose
TENDER VARIETIES PT
2590 OBCONICA GIGANTEA.
round flowers. Pkt., 50c.
OBCONICA GRANDIFLOBA.
Very large,
Flowers
smaller but borne more profusely than
the Giganteas.
2592 Celestial Blue. Pkt., 75c.
2593 Deep Bed (Mohnstein.) Pkt., Tic.
2594 Rosea (Mueller). Rose. Pkt., 75c.
2595 Hamburger Rosea. Deep rose. Pkt.,
ioc.
2596 Crimson King. Pkt., 7ic.
2600 Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 50c.
2601 Primula malacoides, White. Pkt.,. Tic.
2604 Primula malacoides rosea. Pkt., Tic.
2602 malacoides. Lilac Baby Primrose.
Small fiowers on long stems. Pkt., 35c.
2603 stellata. Star Primrose. Fkt., 50c.
2580 Chinensis Mixed. Pkt., 25c.
2680 SANVITALIA procumbens. AH.
Showy, free-blooming
inches high; flowers bright yellow, dou-
ble; blooms all summer. For beds and
edging. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 50c.
2690 SAPONARIA vaccaria. AH. Plants
2 feet high, bearing many small pink
gypsophila-like flowers. Pkt., 10c.
SCHIZANTHUS (Butterfly Flower). AH.
Large, shrubby plants covered with dain-
ty blossoms. Height 2 feet.
2721 wisetonensis (Improved Strain).
beautiful light colors. Pkt., 25c.
2722 Dr. Badger’s Large Flowered Hybrids.
An extra-fine strain of large flowered
hybrids in a beautiful array of color.
PKL, 25c.
Man V
Salvia - Scarlet Sage az=
Familiar bedding annuals. Best results
are secured by starting the seed indoors in
February. On rich soil the plants are a
blaze of color all summer.
2671 America, or Globe of Fire. Semi-dwarf
rounded bushes, very uniform in shape
and size; flowers brilliant scarlet. Extra
fine. Pkt., 20c; % oz., $1.00.
2672 Bonfire, or Clara Bedman. Erect, bright
scarlet spikes. A favorite for large beds.
PEE, 15ce; %.0z., The.
2673 splendens. The well-known type. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 50c.
2674 Zurich. Early; free-blooming; dwarf
and compact in growth.
Pkt., 15c; % oz., $1.00.
Height, 1% ft.
Salvia, Bonfire.
bushy plants, 68
Salpiglossis—Painted Tongue.
J ”
Salpiglossis
(Painted Tongue)
Tall, slender, branching plants with trum-
pet-shaped flowers of rich, velvety colors
delicately veined with gold.
2651 Crimson.
2652 Purple and Gold.
2653 Rose and Gold.
2654 Scarlet and Gold.
2655 White and Gold.
2660 Choice Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 4 0oz., 50c.
2659 COLLECTION: One pkt, of each of the
above 5 colors, 40c.
BRICINUS, Castor Oil Bean. AHH. Impress-
ive plants, grown for their massive tropi-
cal foliage.
2631 Giant Bourbon (R. bourboniensis ar-
boreus). The largest Ricinus (15 feet):
dark green leaves. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c.
2632 Cambodia (R. cambodgensis). Hand-
some foliage, bronzy green to black-pur-
ple. Height, 6 ft PkKt., 10c; oz., 25c.
2633 Blood-Red (R.
red stems, leaves, and fruit.
Pkt, .10e:) 02, -25c.
Sanguineus). Showy
Height, 10 ft
2634 zanzibarensis, Mixed. Leaves of im-
mense size and various colors. Height, 10
io as tt (PRE LOG= “oz, 26c.
RUDBECKIA (Coneflower). Tall, showy
flowers like single Chrysanthemums.
2641 bicolor superba. AH.
and black. Pkt., 10c.
Orange-yellow
44
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a
Scabiosa—Mourning Bride.
Scabiosa az
A real old-fashioned flower that is, at the
same time one of the most satisfactory to
grow. Flowers are borne on long stems well
above the foliage. Blooms all summer and
is unexcelled for bedding or use as cut flow-
ers. Height 2% feet.
2701 Black-Purple.
2702 Crimson. 2705 Bose.
2703 Flesh-Color. 2706 White.
2710 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; % 0oz., 30c.
2709 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of
the above 6 colors, 50c.
2695 Shasta. New pure white. Pkt., 15c.
2696 Peach Blossom. New pink. Pkt., 15c.
2697 Loveliness. Salmon-rose. Pkt., 15c.
2715 Tom Thumb Mixed. A dwarf compact
form of Scabiosa growing about 15 inches
tall Kteaetnc:
2761 STATICE sinuata, Mixed. (Sea Lav-
ender). BH. Produces profusely all sum-
mer and fall, long sprays of lavender-blue,
white, and rose flowers which may be
dried for winter bouquets. Height, 1%
feet. Pkt., 10c.
2762 Suworowi. AH. Very pretty annual
from Russia. Bears short spikes of rose-
pink flowers all summer. Pkt., 15c.
2704 Lavender.
Stocks - Gilliflower azx
Free-blooming plants; splendid for pot
culture, and excellent outdoors if given rich
moist soil. The flowers are very fragrant
and highly prized for cutting. Start the seed
indoors or in a hotbed in Mareh. Plants
from late sowings, potted up in the fall,
will flower all winter.
2811 Sutton’s Christmas Pink. The best pink
Stock for forcing. In original packets.
Pkt $1200:
DWARF TEN-WEEKS. Height, 1 ft.
2781 Blood-Red. 2784 Light Blue.
2782 Bright Rose. 2785 Purple.
2783 Canary-Yellow. 2786 White.
2790 Fine Mixed. All colors.
Each, pkt., 15c; 4% oz., 65c.
2789 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 75c.
CUT-AND-COME-AGAIN. Height, 1% ft.
2791 Blood-Red. 2794 Blush-Lilac.
2792 Creamy Yellow. 2795 Rose.
2793 Dark Blue. 2796 White.
2800 Choice Mixed. A1l colors.
Each, pkt., 15c; 4% oz., 75c.
2799 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 75ce.
BISMARCK or GIANT IMPERIAL.
favorite for forcing. Height, 2 ft.
2801 Canary-Yellow. 2804 Flesh-Pink.
2802 Crimson. 2805 Lilac.
2803 Deep Blue. 2806 Pure White.
2810 Choice Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; % 0oz., 75c.
2809 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 75c.
The
Cut-and-Come-Again Stocks.
2770 STEVIA serrata. AH. Very free bloom-
ing, bearing great quantities of pure white
flowers; excellent for cutting. Pkt., 10c.
a
502 LIBERTY
Sweet Peas 42
It is not difficult to grow
fine Sweet Peas, even in our
trying climate. The secret of
success lies in getting an early
start and, by thorough soil prep-
aration, insuring a _ strong deep
root-growth to keep the plants well
supplied with water. If you want to grow
the largest and finest blossoms, start as
early in the spring as the soil can be worked
—early in March, if possible.
Choose an open location and dig a trench
1% feet deep and a foot wide. Mix with
the soil a liberal quantity of fertilizer
(sheep manure with a little bonemeal is an
excellent combination). Refill the trench
with this mixture to within 6 inches of the
top. Scatter the seed about an inch apart
on this layer and cover them with 2 inches
of soil. When the plants are 4 to 6 inches
tall, gradually fill in around them until the
top of the trench is reached. By this meth-
od the roots are assured a plentiful supply
of food in the dryest spells.
The vines may be supported with brush,
strings, wire or any handy form of trellis
that will allow free circulation of air. Of
course, good Sweet Peas can be grown with-
out trenching, but extra attention is always
well repaid with larger flowers, more of
them, and a longer blooming season. Keep
the flowers picked and the vines will bear
longer.
We offer the best of the Spencer or Or-
chid-flowered Sweet Peas, these being far
superior to the older Grandiflora type.
Summer-flowering Spencer Sweet
Peas
We offer, this year, a completely revised
list of this ever-popular flower. All the
newer really worth-while varieties are in-
cluded and a few of the old standbys that
have defied improvement. Flowers are of
huge size, gracefully waved, and are gen-
erally borne four to a stem.
AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA.
45
Austin Frederick. Pure lavender.
2853 Avalanche. Extra large white,
2854 Barbara. Clear salmon-pink.
2855 Bonfire. Pink on cream ground.
2856 Campfire. Brilliant scarlet-cerise.
2857 Commander Godsall. Violet-blue..
2858 Constance Hinton. Black-seeded white.
2861 Crimson King. Rich ox-blood crimson.
2862 Daisybud. Delicate rose-pink.
2863 Dora. Bicolor pink and white.
2864 Doreen, Rosy carmine.
2865 Gleneagles. Light clear blue.
2866 Goldcrest. Beautiful salmon-orange.
2867 Hawlmark Cerise. Salmon-cerise.
2871 Mary Pickford. Salmon-pink on cream.
2872 Matchless. Deep cream.
2868 Pinkie. The best clear pink.
2873 Royal Purple. Rich rosy purple.
2874 Royal Scot. Bright scarlet.
2875 Sultan. Deep maroon.
Each, pkKt., 10c; oz., 40c; 14 1b., $1.00.
2879 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 20 splendid varieties, $1.75.
2880 Choice Spencer Mixture. An endless
variety of lovely colors. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c:
4% Ab: 75e7 Vb:,. $2.50.
Early or Winter-flowering Spencer
Sweet Peas
A recently developed class which is es-
pecially adapted for forcing in the green-
house during winter and early spring. May
also be sown outdoors in spring, and will
bloom two to three weeks earlier than the
standard summer sorts. The flowers are of
true Spencer size and form.
2900 Amethyst. Deep royal purple.
2901 Annie Laurie. Rose-pink.
2802 Aviator. Crimson-scarlet.
2903 Blue Bonnet. Deep blue.
2904 Fascination. Salmon-pink.
2905 Glitters. Glistening cerise.
2906 Lady Gay. Shrimp-pink.
2907 Majestic Rose. Rose-pink.
2908 Sweet Lavender. Pure lavender.
2911 Valencia. Sunproof orange.
2912 White Harmony. Best white.
Each, pkt., 15c; oz., 75c.
2919 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 11 colors, $1.40.
2920 Choice Mixed Early-Flowering Spen-
cers. A blend of the early flowering va-
rieties. Pkt., 10c; oz., 60c: % Ilb., $2.00.
46 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Verbena
New Giant Hybrids. AHH. An
old-time favorite which has but
lately been taken up by the hybri-
dizers with truly marvelous re-
sults. Plants are compact, bushy
and bear extra large trusses, the
individual florets of which meas-
ure an inch in diameter. With this
new strain we look for an immedi-
ate re-popularity of this fine flower.
3061 Etna. Geranium red with yel-
low eye.
3062 Lucifer. Bright glowing scar-
let.
3063 Luminosa. Flame pink shad-
ing to salmon.
3064 Rose Cardinal. Cardinal-rose
with white eye.
3065 Violacea. Deep violet-purple,
white eye.
3066 White. Large pure white.
Each, pkt., 15c; 14% oz., $1.00.
3069 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 6 colors, 75c.
3070 Mixed. A superb array of color, Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 60e.
3052 Beauty of Oxford Hybrids. The largest
flowered Verbena. Flower trusses are held
erect and individual florets are very large.
Pitter
3053 Lavender Glory. Extra large lavender.
Bit. e25e:
3072 Lemon Verbena (Lippia citriodora).
PT. Not a true Verbena. Grown for its
fragrant lemon-scented leaves. Pkt., 20c.
3068 Dwarf Fireball. New dwarf scarlet.
P&E 2c:
Verbena, Giant Hybrids.
Tithonia.
VERBENA—Continued.
3071 erinoides (Moss Verbena). AH. Thick,
mossy foliage and clusters of little lav-
ender flowers. Pkt., 10c.
3045 URSINIA anethoides. Flowers are
daisy-like with orange colored petals and
central bands of ruby-red. Pkt., 25c.
3025 TITHONIA — speciosa, AH. Large
Dahlia-like plants up to 6 feet tall. Flow-
ers are flame orange, shaped like a single
Dahlia and borne on long stems. An excel-
lent cut flower. Pkt., 25c.
3014 SWEET WIVELSFIELD. AH. A new
race of hardy annual flowers, being the
result of a cross between Pinks and Sweet
William. Flowers are borne in heads like
Sweet William, but the individual flowers
are much larger, Blooms all summer.
Pict, 25¢:
3015 TAGETES signata pumila, Little Giant.
AH. Very pretty miniature Marigolds.
Plants are dwarf, bushy and very free
flowering. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 50c.
3020 THUNBERGIA (Black-eyed Susan).
AHH. Rapid-growing, slender climbers
with dainty, black-eyed cream, yellow,
and buff flowers. Excellent for porch-
boxes. Pkt., 10c;°1%4 oz: 40e:
3030 TCRENIA Fournieri. AT. Compact
plants, covered with blue flowers. Splen-
did for baskets: Heleht. 8 ina) ZUG
3075 VENIDIUM fastuosum. AH. The larg-
est African Daisy. Plants 2 to 3 feet tall
bear numerous large daisy-shaped flow-
ers, 4 to 5 inches across, orange with
brown central discs. Pkt., 25c.
3095 VIRGINIAN STOCK (Malcolmia mari-
tima). AH. Dwarf plants blooming all
summer; shades of white, pink and rose.
i kepeellOes
3333 WILD CUCUMBER (Echinocystis lo-
bata). AHH. Very rapid climbing vine
for quick covering of trellises, banks,
walls, ete. Pkt., 10c; oz., 35c.
VINCA rosea (Periwinkle). PT. Handsome
bedding plants, blooming the first sum-
mer from seed started indoors in Febru-
ary or March.
3091 Pure White. 3093 Rose with Red
3092 White with Rose Eye.
Eye. 3094 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 50c.
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FLOWERS FOR VARIOUS PURPOSES
To assist you in making a selection of flowers for special localities and purposes, we have
listed below the best varieties for each particular purpose.
Dwarf or Edging
Ageratum
Alyssum
Calendula
Candytuft
Eschscholtzia
Climbing
Adlumia
Balloon Vine
Canary Bird Vine
Cardinal Climber
Cobaea Scandens
Lobelia
Myosotis
Pansy
Phlox
Portulaca
Plants
Cypress Vine
Humulus
Momordica
Moonflower
Morning Glory
Partial Shade
Aquilegia Linaria
Bellis Mimulus
Clarkia Myosotis
Gilia Nemophila
Godetia Pansy
Strawflowers
Celosia Gypsophila
Echinops Helichrysum
Gilia Lunaria
Gomphrena Physalis
Grasses Statice
Fragrant Flowers
Alyssum
Candytuft
Centaurea Im-
perialis
Heliotrope
Mignonette
Matthiola
Mimulus
Nicotiana
Stocks
Sweet Peas
Poor Soil
Alyssum
Amaranthus
Balsam
Calliopsis
Centaurea cyanus
Godetia
Mimosa
Phlox
Poppy
Portulaca
Foliage Plants
Amaranthus
Centaurea
Coleus
Eryngium
Euphorbia
Grasses
Kochia
Mesembryan-
themum
Mimosa
Ricinus
Porch Boxes
Ageratum
Alyssum
Antirrhinum
Calendula
Dimorphotheca
Nasturtium,
Dwarf
Petunia
Portulaca
Thunbergia
Verbena
Massed Beds
Asters
Candytuft
Centaurea
Four O’clock
Marigold
Nasturtium
Petunia
Phlox
Salvia
Zinnia
Rock Garden Annuals
Alyssum
Dianthus
Eschscholtzia
Gypsophila
Lobelia
Rock Garden
Abronia
Adlumia
Adonis
Alyssum
Anemone
Aquilegia
Arabis
Bellis
Campanula
Candytuft
Mesembryan-
themum
Nemophila
Phlox
Portulaca
Sanvitalia
Perennials
Cerastium
Cheiranthus
Geum
Linaria
Myosotis
Poppy
Primula
Silene
Wallflower
Viola
Flowers for Cutting by Colors
WHITE PINK RED YELLOW BLUE
Antirrhinum Aster Antirrhinum Antirrhinum Ageratum
Aster Celosia Aster Calliopsis Aster
Candytuft Centaurea Calliopsis Calendula Blue Lace
Centaurea Cosmos Celosia Chrysanthemum Centaurea
Chrysanthemum Dianthus Cosmos Helianthus Gilia
Cosmos Larkspur Gaillardia Hunnemannia Larkspur
Larkspur Phlox Poppy Marigold Lupinus
Lupinus Scabiosa Salpiglossis Nasturtium Nigella
Scabiosa Sweet Peas Scabiosa Salpiglossis Scabiosa
Zinnia Zinnia Zinnia Zinnia Sweet Peas
All flowers are listed alphabetically in the Flower Seed Section, or may be more readily
found by referring to the index on page 75.
48 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
HARDY FLOWER SEEDS
For the convenience of those of our customers who are Hardy Garden enthusiasts, we
have grouped the Hardy Perennial and Biennial flower seeds on this and the ten following
pages. Hardy Flower Seeds may be sown out-of-doors in the open ground, in this locality,
any time from about May ist until August 15th, and transplanted to their permanent
location in the late summer or fall. After August 15th it is advisable to sow in cold frames.
and winter the plants in the frames, transplanting to their permanent position in the
spring. During the extremely hot days of July and August the seedlings (whether trans-
planted or not) should be shaded from the direct rays of the sun. Light frames covered
with cheesecloth or lath spaced one-half inch apart may be used for shade or even branches
with a few leaves on.
500 ABRONIA umbellata (Sand Verbena). PH. Pretty trail-
ing plants bearing fragrant, rosy lilac, verbena-like flower
heads. Use for rock gardens. Pkt., 10c.
530 ACHILLEA ptarmica fi. pl., The Pearl. (Sneezewort).
PH. The finest white hardy perennial for cutting. Bears
long-stemmed sprays of beautiful double white flowers
from spring until fall. Height 3 feet. Pkt., 25c.
541 ACONITUM Fischeri. (Monkshood). PH. Grows about
18 inches high and flowers are a brighter blue than A. na-
pellus. Blooms in September. Pkt., 25c.
540 ACONITUM napellus (Monkshood). PH. Grows best in
moist, shady places. Bears spikes of deep blue helmet-
shaped flowers in June and July. Height, 3 feet. Pkt., 15c.
550 ADLUMIA cirrhosa (Allegheny Vine). BH. Climber
with fernlike foliage; white or flesh colored flowers. Pkt.,
15c.
562 ADONIS vernalis (Flower-of-the-Gods). PH. Blooms in
early spring. The whole plant resembles a very dwarf
cosmos. Yellow. Pkt., 10c.
616 ALYSSUM saxatile compactum (Gold Dust). PH. Bears
pret yellow flowers early in the spring. Pkt., 10c; % oz., Agrostemma Coronaria.
0
653 ANCHUSA myosotidifiora. PH. We
590 AGROSTEMMA coronaria (Mullein think this is the most charming of the
Pink). PH. Plants 1% feet high with Anchusas. Plants are compact and grow
silvery foliage; deep red flowers. Pkt., about 18 inches tall. Flowers are borne on
10c; % oz., 30c. short spikes above the foliage and are
readily mistaken for the blooms of the
640 AMPELOPSIS Veitchi (Boston Ivy) true Forget-me-not. Seed very scarce.
PH. Hardy climber for covering walls, Pkt., $1.00.
ergolas, etc. Leaves turn to brilliant wa
seria colors. Pkt., 10¢c: 1% OZ., 25c. ANEMONE (Windflower). PHH. Bushy
plants 6 to 10 inches high, producing
early in the spring, poppy-like flowers in
shades of blue, red and white. Plants
will bloom indoors in the winter if taken
651 ANCHUSA capensis (Cape Forget-me-
not). BH. Plants bushy, 2 feet tall, and
bear a profusion of light blue forget-me- F
not-like flowers. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c. up and potted in the fall.
661 coronaria, Single Mixed. Pkt., 10c.
652 ANCHUSA italica, Dropmore (Alkanet). :
PH. One of the finest deep blue hardy 662 coronaria, St. Brigid. All colors; double
perennials. Blooms are like those of A. and semi-double. Pkt., 25c.
capensis but deeper blue. Height 4 to 5 663 japonica rosea. A charming Japanese
feet. Pkt., 15c; % 0z., 50c. variety with light pink to rose flowers.
kee De
670 ANTHEMIS tinctoria Kelwayi (Golden
Marguerite). PH. Bears large, yellow,
daisy-like flowers on long stems, from
mid-summer until frost. 2 feet. Pkt.
10e= 424 Oz, 5c:
750 ARABIS alpina (Rock Cress). PH
Dwarf edging plants with clusters of
snow-white flowers in early Spring. PKt.,
LOS 342075, 30c
770 ARGEMONE grandifiora hybrida
(Prickly Poppy). PHH. Tall, showy,
prickly foliage and large white, cream
and yellow poppy-like flowers. Pkt., 10c.
775 ARMERIA Laucheana (Sea Pink). PH.
Dwarf plants suitable for rock gardens.
Evergreen tufts of bright green leaves
from which flowers are borne on 8 to 10
inch stems. Pkt., 25c.
938 ASTER, MIXED (Michaelmas Daisy).
PH. Tall, bushy plants covered with
small, single, blue, mauve, pink, and
white flowers in late Fall. Pkt., 15c.
: 945 AUBRIETIA graeca (Rock Cress). PH.
Dwarf; silvery green foliage covered with
Arabis Alpina—Rock Cress. flowers of various colors. Pkt., 25c.
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HARDY FLOWER SEEDS—Continued
Columbine in a Natural Setting.
* * °
Aquilegia - Columbine =
Plants have dwarf foliage similar to a
maidenhair fern. Flowers are gracefully
borne on long stems well above the foliage,
in spring and early summer. Use in par-
tially shaded places and rock gardens.
Easily grown from seed. Height 1% feet.
742 canadensis. Red and yellow. Pkt., 10c.
743 chrysantha. Golden yellow. Pkt., 10c.
741 caerulea. Blue and white. Pkt., 10c.
746 Single Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 10c; %
oz., 40c.
747 Double Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 10c: %
0z., 50c.
MRS. SCOTT ELLIOTT’S LONG
SPURRED HYBRIDS
This superb strain represents the ut-
most in Columbines. Plants are strong
and vigorous growing; flower stems often
reaching 3 feet. The individual blooms
are immense, 3 to 4 inches across and
with long, graceful spurs.
By careful selection the most beautiful
blendings of colors have been brought
out, and we are pleased to offer them in
two distinct shades as well as the mix-
ture.
745 Long Spurred Pink. Al!
shades of pink. Pkt., 50c.
748 Long Spurred Blue. Superb and deli-
cate. Pkt., 50c.
744 Long Spurred Hybrids. A well bal-
anced mixture of delightful shades.
PEt, 25¢c; % oz., Tb5e.
the best
Bellis perennis »==
One of the finest dwarf, early spring-
blooming, bedding plants, which will con-
tinue to bloom all summer if given plenty
of water and partial shade. Flowers are full
double and daisy-like. Height 6 inches.
1601 monstrosa, Pink. Double; deep pink.
Pkt 25e; 4% 0Z., tbe.
1002 monstrosa, White.
PKE, 25:44 9z., 15e:
1003 monstrosa,
PRE Zhe: 6.0z:. The.
1004 monstrosa, Mixed. Pkt., 25c; % oz., 7T5c.
Double; pure white.
Double; blood-red.
Giant Carnation »?#2
Garden forms of the well known florist’s
fiower. Seed started indoors in March pro-
duces plants that will bloom early the first
summer and continue until frost. Plants
protected over winter will bloom the fol-
lowing year. Brightly colored and very fra-
grant. The following half-dwarf sorts grow
about 1 foot high.
1181 Crimson. 1183 White.
1182 Rose. 1184 Yellow.
1190 Half-Dwarf, Choicest Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; % oz., 50c.
1189 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above 4 colors, 50c.
1192 Chabaud’s Everblooming, Mixed. A
new extremely free flowering strain.
Flowers are full double and in a fine ar-
ray of colors. PkKEt., 25c.
1193 Engleman’s Gold Medal. A superb per-
petual blooming strain, bearing flowers
almost as large as those grown in green-
houses. A wide range of color is included
in this mixture. Pkt., 50c.
GLADIOLUS
Gladiolus are excellent
perennial borders.
for filling in
See page 59.
Giant Carnation.
50 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
HARDY FLOWER SEEDS—Continued
Campanula
One of the most charming groups of bien-
nial and perennial flowers. We list the five
most generally grown species.
The first two are biennials and should
be started in the spring or early summer
in order to produce large-size plants for
blooming the following year. Plant perma-
nently on high well-drained ground, so that
water does not lie on and rot crowns of
the plants during the winter. The last
three are perennials and perfectly hardy.
They may be started any time from early
Spring until September.
CANTERBURY BELLS (C. medium). BH.
The best known variety. Tall, stately
plants, with large bell-shaped flowers.
1071 Single Light Blue. 1073 Single White.
1072 Single Pink. 1074 Single Mixed.
Each, vkEt., 10c; 4 oz., 30c.
1075 Double Mixed. Pkt., 15c;: % oz., 65c.
CUP-AND-SAUCER CANTERBURY BELLS
(C. medium calycanthema). BH. The
popular name well describes the shape of
the flowers; otherwise like the preceding.
1081 Blue. 1083 White.
1082 Pink. 1084 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 15c; 1% oz., 50c.
HAREBELL (C. carpatica). PH. Beautiful
little border plants, 9 to 12 inches high,
covered with dainty bells. Charming in
mixed Perennial Borders and Rock gar-
dens where a natural effect is desired.
1091 Blue. 1092 White.
Each, pkt., 15c; 4% oz., 50c.
PEACH BELLS (C. persicifolia). PH. Very
attractive plants 2 to 3 feet high; flowers
large and cup-shaped.
1101 Blue. 1102 White.
Each, pkt., 15c; % oz., 75c.
CHIMNEY BELLFLOWER (C. pyramida-
lis). PH. Very impressive plants 5 to 6
feet tall, with large flowers.
1111 Blue. 1112 White.
Each, pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
Coreopsis.
Campanula Weddin Cantera elem
CANDYTUFT. PH. Bloom in spring and
early summer.
1151 gibraltarica. Lilac-pink. Height 1 foot.
letcime, HMOs LA, Cova, EKe
1152 sempervirens. Snowy white; early.
Height 6 inches. Pkt. 15¢; % 0z., Toc. a
1262 CENTAUREA montana (Mountain
Bluet). PH. A hardy Cornflower with
large, deep blue flowers. Pkt., 10c.
1280 CERASTIUM tomentosum. (Snow-in-
Summer). PH. Pretty, very dwarf peren-
nials for edging or borders. Has silvery
white foliage and bears a great profusion
of tiny pure white flowers in June and
Abhi JAK; ILC.
1281 CHEIRANTHUS Allioni. PH. Very
Dwarf plants bearing sweet scented yel-
low flowers in May and June. Fine for
rock gardens. Pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 35c.
1306 CHRYSANTHEMUM, Shasta Daisy,
Ball’s Alaska. FH. One of the most pop-
ular of the hardy perennials. Plants are
very strong and vigorous, seldom being
winter killed, Flowers resemble the com-
mon wild Daisy, but are much larger,
often 5 inches across, if given thorough
culture. Plants grow 2134 feet hich. Seeds
started indoors in March will bloom the
fiGSiie yea wake pC.
Coreopsis
1390 lanceolata grandiflora. PU. Snlendid
for cutting; bright golden yellow, cosmos-
like flowers; blooms all summer. Height
eee, IP, WOGe tA OAs BOC
1395 lanceolata, Semi-Double. A grand new
strain of Coreopsis producing semi-double
flowers. Fully as strong and vigorous
growing as the old type. Pkt., 15c; %
OZ a0!
Campanula Rotundifolia
(Bluebells of Scotland)
1113 A very charming variety for the
Rock Garden. Plants grow only a foot
tall and are covered all summer long
with dainty pure blue, bell-like flowers.
Pete 0c:
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Digitalis - Foxglove 2*
Stately plants, producing long spikes of
nodding, bell-shaped blossoms in June. They
thrive in partial shade as well as full sun.
1568 Shirley Hybrids. A new giant race of
Foxgloves. Plants under thorough culti-
vation attain a height of 7 feet, with
fiower spikes of 3 feet long. Flowers are
large, closely spaced and very richly col-
ored. Pkt., 25c; % oz., 75c.
1561 Gloxinia, Pink. 1563 Gloxinia, White.
1562 Gloxinia, Purple.1564 Gloxinia, Mized.
Each, pkEt., 10c; %4 oz., We.
1565 Yellow Foxglove (D. grandifiora). PH.
Height 2 feet. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 50c.
1566 Iver’s Spotted. BH Various colors, at-
tractively spotted. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c.
1567 Double Giant Foxglove. (D. mons-
trosa). BH. Large spikes with the top
flowers united in one mammoth double
bell. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 60c.
Campanula Carpatica.
See opposite page.
Delphinium - Hardy
Larkspur
Handsome, stately, old-fashioned flowers.
The finest blue hardy perennial and indis-
pensable for the well arranged hardy border.
If started very early indoors, they will
bloom the first summer.
1516 WREXHAM HOLLYHOCK DELPHIN-
IUM. Our strain of these superb hybrids
comes from a private source where each
plant is given individual attention and
seed is hand picked, as fast as it ripens.
The individual flowers are immense in
size, often 2 inches across and spikes 3
feet long are not Uncommon. Colors range
from light blue through varying combina-
tions of blue, pink and mauve to dark
indigo, occasionally pure white. In packets
only. Pkt., 75e; 3 pkts., $2.00.
1514 Iceberg. Heavy spikes of pure white
flowers 3 to 4 feet high. Pkt., 50c.
1510 Belladonna, Cliveden Beauty. An im-
proved strain of Belladonna. Pkt., 35c:
1 oz., 75c.
1512 Bellamosum. Dark blue with white
eye. Height 5 feet. Pkt., 25c; % oz., 75c.
1513 Gold Medal Hybrids. The finest Eng-
lish strain. Tall spikes of large flowers in
all shades of blue. Pkt., 50c: % oz., $1.25.
CHINENSE. Quite distinct from the above.
Plants are 1% feet high and resemble
huge Lobelias. Bloom continuously from
July until September.
1521 Blue. Pkt., 10c: ™% oz., 50c.
1522 White. Pkt., 10c: ™% oz., 50c.
Delphintum, Hollyhock Strain.
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Hardy Garden Pinks.
Hardy Garden Pinks
(Dianthus Plumarius)
1551 Single, Mixed. Fringed petals;
White or light pink with dark eye;
clove-scented. Pkt., 10c; %4 oz., 40c.
1552 Double Mixed. Pkt., 15c; 4% oz.,
UEXG
1554 Allwoodi (Perpetual Blooming Pink). Blooms continu-
ously from spring until frost. Wide range of colors and very
sweet scented. Pkt., 25c; 3 pkts., 65c.
1555 Deltoides (Maiden Pink). Dwarf, creeping variety good
for rock garden work. Bright rose flowers in June and July.
len, Gee WA O74. lOO,
1556 Rock Hybrids. A special selection of dwarf varieties ideal
for rock garden work. Pkt., 25e: % oz., $1.00.
1600 ECHINOPS ritro (Globe Thistle).
6 feet tall, for background plantings; large steel-blue globe-
shaped, thistle-like flowers. Pkt., 10c.
1620 ERYNGIUM amethystinum (Sea Holly).
PH. Ornamental plants, 2 to 3 feet high,
with beautiful metallic blue foliage; flowers
blue, thistle-like. Pkt., 25c.
1643 EUPATORIUM purpureum (Hardy Ager-
atum). PH. Fall blooming perennials
ing about 2 feet tall. Flowers are tufted like
an Ageratum and deep ageratum blue
OT kste 20 Ga a0 Zs ole OOr
Gaillardia - Blanket Flower
Fine for borders and large beds. Bloom the first
season, if started in February.
1732 Burgundy. Very large and brilliant. Pkt., 15c.
1733 Hybrida Mixed. Gorgeous colors. Pkt., 15c;
IZ (OZ, 50.
1735 Portola Hybrids. The finest Gaillardia. Flowers
are large, full and brilliantly colored.
GEUM. PH. Border perennials 2 feet high; large
brilliant flowers on long stems.
1762 Mrs. Bradshaw. Orange-scarlet; semi-double.
IPs, dle.
1763 Lady Stratheden. Bright golden yellow. Pkt.,
e
Ornamental Grasses
Mostly tall-growing grasses with variously col-
ored foliage and pretty flower or seed-heads. When
eut and dried they are very nice for winter dec-
orations.
1816 Erianthus ravennae (Ravenna Grass). PH.
Silvery plumes.
1817 Eulalia zebrina (Zebra Grass). PH. Conspic-
uously striped leaves.
1818 Gynerium argenteum (Pampas Grass). PH.
Grows 8 feet high.
Each, pkt., 10c.
GYPSOPHILA (Baby’s Breath). Graceful plants
with small flowers and misty foliage; nice for
“background” in bouquets.
1844 paniculata. PH. Pure white flowers borne in
large, misty sprays. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 30c.
1845 paniculata, Double. PH. Double form of
above and better for cut flowers. PkKt., 25c.
Repens. (Creeping Baby’s Breath). PH. A trail-
ing or creeping variety. of Gypsophila fine in
rock gardens.
1846 White. 1840 Pink. Pkt., 25c.
1870 HELIANTHUS, Choicest Mixed (Sunflower).
PH. For showy background. Height 4 to 6 feet
Pictee0G:
HELENIUM (Sneezewort). PH. Tall, bushy plants
covered with large, bright. daisy-like flowers in
Summer and fall.
1847 autumnale superbum. Golden yellow. Pkt.,
t0e: 027, 50e
1848 Riverton Gem. Orange, black center. Pkt.,
i5es 24 0z.,) 50cC%
1850 HELIANTHEMUM mutabile. PH. Dwarf,
trailing, evergreen. Bears yellow flowers during
June and July. Pkt., 20c.
1890 HESPERIS matronalis (Sweet Rocket). PH.
Plants 2 feet high, resembling stocks. Flowers
purple and white; old favorites, easy to grow.
TEA, INO BA CYA, Z45XG:
1900 HEUCHERA sanguinea. PH. Rich bright red
flowers with showy foliage. Pkt., 25c.
PH. Big plants, 4 to
grow-
in col-
Pics. SG aillardiablis bids
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HARDY FLOWER SEEDS—Continued
1980 KUDZU VINE (Pueraria Thunbergiana). PH. An ex-
tremely vigorous climber. Large, dark green leaves and
lavender, pea-shaped blossoms. Dies down to the ground
each winter. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 25c.
2010 LATHYRBUS latifolius, Mixed (Perennial Sweet Pea).
PH. ‘Trailing or climbing; good on stone walls and low
fences. Like Sweet Peas but without odor. Red, Pink
and White. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c.
2030 LAVENDEB (Lavandula vera). PH. The familiar
Sweet scented herb. Pkt., 10c.
2051 LINARIA cymbalaria (Kenilworth Ivy). PHH. Very
graceful trailing plants, fine for porch boxes. Ivy-like
leaves and dainty lavender, pink or white flowers. Pkt.,
15c.
2053 LINARIA macedonia speciosa (Perennial Snapdragon).
PH. Readily mistaken for tall, yellow Snapdragons and
perfectly hardy. Thrives in almost any location. Pkt., 25c.
2063 LINUM perenne, Blue (Blue Flax). PH. Clear sky-
blue. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c.
2062 LINUM perenne, White. PH. Plants 1% feet high,
with pure white flowers. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 40c.
2077 LOBELIA cardinalis (Cardinal Flower). PH. Tall
plants with flaming red flowers. Prefers moist spots.
PKt:, /z2be:
2080 LUNARIA (Honesty). BH. Its round, flat, silvery
transparent seed pods make interesting decorations when
combined with winter bouquets. Pkt., 15c.
Hollyhocks 22
For tall backgrounds, hedges and for filling in the odd
corners, Hollyhocks surpass all hardy flowers. Seed sown
in early Summer will produce blooming plants the follow-
ing season. Once estab-
lished they often seed
themselves from year to
year.
IMPROVED DOUBLE
HOLLYHOCES
Chater’s Superb Strains.
1911 Maroon. 1914 Salmonz.
1912 Newport 1915 White.
Pink. 1916 Yellow.
1913 Bose. 1920 Mixed.
Double Hollyhocks. sien pEt., 10c; %4 oz,
Cc.
1919 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the above 6
colors, 50c.
1931 Double Exquisite. A superb new variety, with full
double, delicately fringed flowers, greatly resembling
double fringed petunias. Outer edges of the petals are
tipped with white, centers are various shades. Pkt.,
25e.
1935 Single Mixed. A fine assortment of colors. Pkt., 10c;
% oz., 50c.
HIBISCUS (Marshmallow). PH. Spreading plants, 4
_ feet tall, with flowers often 6 inches across, like im-
mense single hollyhocks. Does best in moist places.
1901 Crimson Eye. Large, white flowers, with crimson
centers. Pkt.. 10c: 4% oz., 40c.
1902 Golden Bowl. Creamy yellow, maroon eye. Pkt.,
10c; % oz., 40c.
1904 New Giant Hybrids. A new giant sort with flowers
from 6 to 8 inches in diameter. White, pink, carmine,
crimson: some with distinct “eyes.” Pkt., 15c; %
oz.. &0e.
2045 LIATRIS pacueerecuse (Kansas Gay Feather). PH.
Imposing spikes of lavender-lilac blooms 3 to 4 feet
high. Blooms in September when perennial flowers
are at a premium. Pkt., 25c.
Annual Flower Seeds are listed on pages 22 to 47
inclusive.
Liatris Peynostachya.
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HARDY FLOWER SEEDS—Continued
Lupinus.
New Hybrid Lupinus rx
The only flowers we have that can com-
pare in beauty and stateliness with the
Hybrid Delphiniums. Plants are of very
vigorous growth, with tall spikes of closely
set pea-like flowers, All conceivable colors
are included in the mixture. Our seed is
imported direct from the originator.
2117 Hybrids. All colors. Pkt., 25c.
POLYPHYLLUS TYPE. PH. May and June.
Eerste mt.
2101 Blue. 2102 White. 2110 Mixed.
Each, pkt., 10c; 144 oz., 40c; 0z., 75c.
2103 Bright Rose. Extra fine, Pkt., 15¢c°
Y% oz., 40e.
LYCHNIS. PH. Brilliant border peren-
nials; easily grown in a variety of soils.
Flowers are borne on long stems and are
fine for cutting.
2131 chalcedonica (Maltese Cro-s). Heads
of fiery scarlet flowers, shaped like a
Maltese Cross. Height, 2% ft. Pkt., 10c:
WA. (OV Ay PAGED
2132 Haageana. Dwarf plants with very
large flowers; shades of red and pink
Jeleskedac. ab ites ledke,. alGye.
2133 viscaria splendens.
Height 25tt eEt. 10e
2140 LYTHRUM roseum superbum (Loose-
strife). PH. Long spikes of bright rose
flowers, in late Summer; prefers moist
Spots. Height 4 to 5 ft: Pkt! .10c.
2180 MATRICARIA capensis, Double White
(Feverfew). PHH. Small, creamy whit
flowers; blooms the first season from seed
and is usually treated as an annual. Pkt.,
10c. :
2181 Golden Ball. Golden yellow. Pkt., 15c
Bright rose-pink.
Myosotis - Forget-me-not
Charming massed in beds or in wild gar-
dens, They prefer moist, shady spots. All
will bloom the first season if started early
indoors.
2291 alpestris, Royal Blue. PH. Deep blue
flowers. Height 9 inches.
2292 alpestris alba. Pure white.
2293 alpestris rosea. Rose-pink.
Each, pkt., 10c; % oz., 50c.
2294 dissitiflora. BH. Flowers very large,
rich blue. Pkt., 15c.
2295 palustris semperflorens. PH. Dwarf:
compact, blooming all summer. The most
popular type. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 75ce.
2296 Ruth Fischer. PHH. Large; azure-
blue. A favorite for growing in pots.
1A PAGO.
2297 Victoria. PH. Fine free-blooming sort:
flowers very quicky from spring sowings.
Pkt., 15¢e; % oz., 65c.
peat Choice Mixed, PH.
50c.
2345 NEPETA Mussini. PH. Forms dense
tufts about a foot high and bears violet-
blue flowers during July and August
Good for rockeries. Pkt., 25c.
PENTSTEMON (Beard Tongue). PH. Very
showy plants, requiring a rich soil and
Sunny situation. Flowers in many shades,
borne on long spikes. Height, 2 ft.
2441 Sensation. Gloxinia-like flowers. in
shades of red. Pkt., 15c.
2442 Mixed. Many colors. Pkt., 10c.
2505 PHLOX decussata, Choicest Mixed.
PH. A superfine mixture of the newest
varieties. Height 2 to 3 feet. Pkt., 25c.
2508 PHYSALIS Francheti (Chinese lLan-
tern Plant). Chinese Lantern Plants are
prized for the bright red husks that are
formed in late Fall and which, if cut and
dried, will retain their shape and color
over Winter. They are perfectly hardy,
and if started indoors in March or April,
will bear husks the first year. Pkt., 15c;
Y oz., 50e.
tse Oe twa Oz
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Lychnis Chalcedonica.
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Pansies—Universal Favorites.
Pansies 222
Cool weather and moist soil produce the
largest and finest Pansies. The best time
to sow is during July or August, in shaded
frames, in which the plants, given some
protection, may be carried over winter and
set out early the following spring when
they will commence to bloom at once and
continue all Summer if watered plentifully.
Next best is to sow indoors or in the hotbed
in February or March.
Seed sown in May will give blooming
plants in the fall. Space Pansy plants at
least a foot apart and keep the faded fiow-
ers picked.
SPECIAL FINE STRAINS AND
MIXTURES
2400 B.S. & B. Co.’s Finest Mixed. Selected
for size, form of bloom, and richness of
color, as well as vigor and free-blooming
qualities, this special blend of our own
is absolutely without a peer. Pkt., 50c°
1 oz. $1.15 &% oz, $3.00: % oz., $5 00-
oz., $10.00.
2401 Bugnot’s Large Blotched. Big, round
flowers distinguished by irregular blotch-
es on the lower petals and radiating lines
on the upper. Pkt., 25c: % oz., $1.00.
2402 Cassier’s Giants. Large flowers with
well-defined blotches. Pkt., 25c: % oz.
$1.00.
2403 Masterpiece. A giant-flowered strain
with distinctly waved and frilled petals.
Pkt.. 25e: % oz., $1.00.
2404 Mime. Perret, Wine shades. Pkt., 25c:
% oz., 75c.
2405 Choice Mixed. An excellent mixture.
Pkt.. 25e: % oz., 75c.
a Mixed. Pkt.. 10c: 4 oz.,
.00.
VIOLAS OBR TUFTED PANSIES. PHH
These are improved strains of the old-
fashioned “Johnny Jump-ups,” The plants
are bushy and free-blooming. with me-
dium-sized flowers all summer.
2421 Blue Perfection. Deep blue shades.
2422 lutea splendens. Rich golden yellow.
2423 Butterfly (V. vapilio). Lavender.
2424 White Perfection. Fine pure white.
2428 Mauve. Lavender-mauve.
Each, vkt., 15c; % oz., $1.00.
2430 Mixed. The above and many others.
Pkt., 15c; % oz. 75c.
2425 VIOLA, Jersey Gem. New hardy Viola,
blooms all Summer. Pkt., 25c.
2431 VIOLA odorata (Sweet-Scented Viola).
The true sweet-scented Violet. Pkt., 25c.
Fancy Giant Pansies
An excellent strain of Fancy Giant Pan-
sies, much larger than the old Trimardeau
type and very true to color. Plants have
strong, bushy growth and are remarkably
free flowering.
2410 Cardinal. Brilliant cardinal-red. A
rare shade in Pansies.
2411 Eros. Large flowers, velvety brown,
edged with golden yellow.
2412 Golden Gem. (Blotched).
low with large brown blotches
lower petals.
2413 Golden Queen. Pure golden yellow.
2414 Lord Beaconsfield Improved. Top pet-
als sky-blue, lower petals violet-purple.
2415 Mauve Queen. Rosy lilac-mauve, extra
large blooms.
Golden yel-
on the
2416 Mercury. Giant blooms with frilled
edges. velvety black.
2417 Snowflake. Extra large: pure snow
white.
2418 Vulcan. Rich dark red with black
blotches, An unusual bloom.
Fach, pkt., 15c; 1% 0oz., 75c.
2419 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the
above nine colors, $1.20.
NEW VIOLAS
2427 VIOLA rosea. A distinct shade of
rose unusual in Violas. Pkt., 25c.
2426 VIOLA, Apricot. Pleasing combina-
tion of apricot and brown. Strong
bushy plants. Pkt., 25c.
Tufted Pansies.
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Miscellaneous Grasses
As a rule mixtures are better than sep-
arate varieties of grasses, as two or more
varieties when properly blended will with-
stand adverse weather conditions better
than a single variety. For exceptional soil
conditions, it is sometimes necessary to
draw up formulas.
We list below the various grasses used
for lawns, hay and pastures, together with
short descriptions of the uses of each. All
have been specially grown, cleaned and re-
cleaned, and are guaranteed to conform
wath the Pure Seed Laws of the various
States.
Prices subject to market changes.
Creeping Bent, Seaside. (Agrostis stoloni-
fera maritima). A true Creeping Bent
of remarkable purity. Makes a thick,
dense turf on heavy, sour soils, and is un-
excelled for fine lawns and putting greens.
Lb., $1.35; 10 Ibs., $12.50; 100 lbs.; $120.00.
Creeping Bent, European. (Agrostis sto-
lonifera). Largely used for fine lawns
and putting greens. Does well on wet,
Sours soils, dabsepi-oor tO Ibs oles 0s 100
Ibs., $120.00.
Crested Dog’s Tail. (Cynosurus cristatus).
A fine leaved grass that does well on
hard, dry soil and in shady places. Should
be used only in mixtures with other va-
rieties. “ube, Toe; 10) lbss. 36-002" 1.00" lbs;,
$55.00.
Kentucky Blue Grass. (Poa pratensis). One
of our finest lawn seeds, and also useful
for hay and pasture. Particularly adapted
for rich limestone soil, but will do well
Onvany rich soil: Mb. 45e;) 10 Wbs;, $3250):
100 lbs., $30.00.
Orchard Grass. (Dactylis glomerata). A
hardy, quick-growing grass that gives
a large yield of excellent hay, and may
be cut several times during the season.
Not recommended for lawn use. Lb., 35c;
10 Ibs:, $2.75: 100 Ibs., $22.00:
Red Fescue, Chewing’s. (Festuca rubra). Of
particular value for sandy or gravelly
soils, also does well in shade. Spreads by
underground stems. Lb., 90c; 10 Ibs.,
$8.00; 100 lbs., $75.00.
Red Top, Fancy Recleaned. (Agrostis alba).
One of the “Bent” grasses which spread
by creeping roots, but makes a rather
loose turf when used alone. Especially
valuable on acid soils. Fine for lawns,
meadows and pastures. We offer only
fancy quality, recleaned seed. Lb., 45c;
10 lbs., $3.50; 100 lbs., $30.00.
Rough Stalked Meadow. (Poa trivialis). One
of the finest grasses for shady places.
Leaves flat and light green, very dwarf
growing. Does best on medium soils. Lb.,
60c; 10 lbs., $5.00; 100 lbs., $45.00.
Rye Grass, Perennial, Pacey’s Imported.
(Lolium perenne). A very rapid grower
and used aS a nurse crop in mixtures.
Excellent for quick lawns and pastures.
but not long lasting. Does well on all
moist soils. Lb. 40c; 10 Ibs., $3.00; 100
lbs., $25.00.
Timothy. (Phleum pratense). The most
widely grown and profitable hay grass.
Its nutritive value is increased by sowing
one of the clovers or Red Top with it. If
sown alone 15 pounds per acre. Not
recommended for fine lawns. Write for
prices.
Clovers
White Dutch Clover. Our grass seed mix-
tures do not contain White Dutch Clover,
as it does not mix well with grass seeds,
Which are lighter in weight. However,
White Dutch Clover has a definite place
in lawns, as it produces a quick sod and
helps to feed the other grasses. Unless a
very heavy seeding is required, as for
poor soils, 1 lb. per 2000 square feet is
sufficient, % 1b., 20c; % Ilb., 35c; lb., 70c;
5 Ibs., $3.25.
Alfalfa. Purest Northwestern grown seed
only. The most valuable hay crop and
soil enricher. Requires well drained.
limestone soil and should be inoculated
with Nitragin. Sow in Spring or late
Summer, 20 lbs. per acre.
Alsike. Excellent hay Clover, thriving on
poorly draineq and slightly acid soils.
Sow in early Spring, 6 to 8 lbs. per acre.
Crimson. A quick growing annual Clover,
used on light soils as a green manure.
Sow 12 to 15 lbs. per acre.
Medium Red. The old standby and one of
the most valuable for hay, pasture, and
green manure. Thrives best on well
drained, sweet soil. Sow 10 to 15 Ibs.
per acre.
Mammoth Red. Grows larger, yields
heavier, and is a little hardier, particu-
larly on damp soils, than the common
Medium Red. Matures with Timothy.
Sow 10 to 15 Ibs. per acre.
White Sweet Clover. Biennial; makes good
hay and forage; thrives on poorer soil
than any other Clover and is considered
the greatest of all soil enrichers. For
hay, Sow 12 to 15 lbs., per acre.
Write for prices.
Farm and Field Seeds
CORN, BUCKWHEAT, OATS, SOY BEANS
BARLEY, MISCELLANEOUS GRAINS.
Prices and varieties on request.
The Original Legume Inoculatcr
NOBBE-HILTNER PROCESS
TRADE MARK REG‘D. DEC.5,1696 NO. 32212
Resiores and Maintains Soil Fertitity -
THE ORIGINAL LEGUME INOCULATOR
Guaranteed Fresh Each Year—Leads in
High Germ Count.
For profitable results, Agricultural Col-
leges advise inoculation for all legume seed,
because it pays well in producing larger
quality yields.
Garden Nitragin—Garden Size—Peas,
Beans, Sweet Peas
Inoculates from 1 oz. to 8 lbs. seed....$0.25
Alfalfa and all Clovers.—%% bu., 35c; 1 bu.,
65c; 2% bus., $1.25.
Peas and Beans.—% bu., 30c; 1 bu., 45c; 5
bus., $2.00.
Lima Beans, Soy Beans, Cow Peas.—1 bu.,
BCs 2) DUS). 60C > bus $1525.
Important — When ordering NITRAGIN,
always be sure to state kind of legume seed
you wish to inoculate.
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Exhibition Dahlias
Barbara Bedfern. A charming combination
of old gold and old rose. Free blooming.
50c each.
Eliza Clark Bull (Decorative). Fine, big.
pure glistening white; one of the best of
this color ever introduced. 50c each.
Jane Cowl (Decorative). Flowers are pos-
itively huge in size, bronzy buff and gold
shading to a deeper tone at the center.
Plants are strong and vigorous with
leathery foliage that insects do not like.
50c each.
Jersey’s Beauty (Decorative). The finest
pink Decorative Dahlia ever introduced.
Color is a rich clear glowing pink. Flow-
ers are of large size and held erect on
long, strong stems. 50c each.
Jersey’s Glory. An extra fine deep red.
Strong plants with heavy foliage. 50c
each.
Judge Snyder (Decorative). Superfine, deep
velvety crimson blooms. Very free flower-
ing. $1.00 each,
Kathleen Norris. Massive flowers of true
rose-pink color. Overlapping petals, twist-
ed at the ends. 75c each.
King Midas (Hybrid Cactus). Fine pure
deep yellow. Blooms are perfectly formed
and borne on strong stems. 75c each.
Marmion. Golden yellow with bronze on re-
verse side of petals. Extra large and extra
fine. 75c each.
Monmouth Champion. Flame scarlet, extra
tse flowers often 12 inches across. 75c
each.
Mrs. A. B. Seal. One of California’s finest.
Beautiful deep pink blooms. 75c each.
Mrs. I De Ver Warner (Decorative). Clear
orchid or mauve-pink, and one of the most
satisfactory of the large Decorative Dah-
lias to grow. 50c each.
Prince of Persia. Strong growing plant
ides extra large bright red flowers. 75c
each.
Boman Eagle. Burnished copper and gold,
a typical autumnal shade. 75c each.
Sagamore (Decorative). One of the best cut
flower Dahlias as it has exceptional keep-
ing qualities. Light apricot shaded orange
towards the center. 50c each.
Thomas Edison. A fine exhibition bloom.
Dark reddish purple, exquisite under arti-
ficial light. 75¢c each.
Treasure Island (Decorative). One of the
newer and finer Dahlias. ImmenSe coppery
bronze blooms. 75c each.
Pompon Dahlias
A distinct type of bloom, very attractive
for cut flowers. Flowers are 2 to 3 inches
across, nearly round, full double and petals
spaced to resemble a honeycomb. Very free
flowering and increasing in popularity from
vear to year.
Price, 25c each.
Dr. Jim. Purple.
Darksome. Dark reddish maroon.
Golden Queen. Bright yellow.
Leader. Red and yellow.
Little Bella. Pink.
Snowclad. Pure snow-white.
Supreme Gladiolus
Loveliest of Summer-blooming bulbous
flowers for cutting, and also very effective
when used in mixed borders and among
shrubbery. Gladiolus are very easy to grow,
and, while fertile soil will give gest results,
they will thrive and bloom in practically
any garden soil, if planted in a sunny loca-
tion.
Flant any time from mid-April to the end
of June; in fact, we advise that planting be
extended over this entire period, so that a
succession of bloom may be had from July
until frost. Plant bulbs 4 to 5 inches deep,
6 to 8 inches apart. Cultivate frequently,
but not too deeply, during the growing sea-
son, and stake when 12 inches high.
Aida. Rich, dark blue with lilac blotches
on lower petals. One of the best propa-
gators and most of the bulblets will
bloom the first year. $1.00 per doz.; $7.00
per 100.
Alice Tiplady (Primulinus). Flowers are
soft coppery bronze and gracefully placed
on long stems. 70c per doz.; $5.00 per 100
Betty Nuthall. Rich orange-pink with pale
yellow throat. Flowers are large, full
open and well spaced on long stems. 70c
per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Fern Kyle. An exhibition variety. Extreme-
ly large flowers, pure creamy white in
color. 90c per doz.; $6.50 per 100.
Giant Nymph. Light rose-pink with creamy
yellow throat. Very strong growing. 70c
per doz., $5.00 per 100.
Gloriana. Beautiful combination of gold
and salmon, with pure yellow throat.
Many flowers open at one time. 70c per
doz., $5.00 per 100.
Marmora. Lavender-gray and old rose, mak-
ing a charming color combination. 90c
per doz., $6.50 per 100.
Mrs. F. C. Hornberger. The finest white
Gladiolus. Huge fliowers nicely ruffled
and well spaced on long, strong stems.
85ce per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
Mrs. Leon Donglas. One of the largest Glad-
iolus in existence. Deep rose shaded to
searlet; lower petals lemon-yellow. 70c
per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Mrs. P. W. Sisson. Pure clear cameo-pink
without a trace of any other color. Large
full open flowers. 70c per doz.; $5.50 per
100.
Mrs. Van Konynenburg. Fine clear aniline
blue, the best of its color class. An excel-
lent spike with flowers nicely spaced. 85c
per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
Pfitzer’s Triumph. The largest and finest
Gladious at a price within the reach ot
everyone. Bright salmon-orange. Six
inches across. 90c per doz.; $6.50 per 100.
Picardy. Delicate apricot-pink, extra large
and slightly ruffied. One of the most de-
lightful Gladiolus ever introduced. $1.00
per doz., $7.00 per 100.
Purple Glory. Velvety purple-maroon with
deeper purple blotches. Large, ruffled
flowers nicely placed on a strong stem.
85c per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
Yellow Wonder. By far the finest yellow
Gladiolus. Flowers are large, and rich
golden yellow with no blotches. 70ec per
doz.; $5.00 per 100.
SUPREME MIXTURE OF GLADIOLUS
A hand made mixture that includes the
best colors in suitable proportions. 50c per
doz.; $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000.
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Miscellaneous Summer Flowering Bulbs
CALADIUM esculentum (Elephant Har). Impressive foliage plants,
growing to enormous size. Plant in May. Extra large bulbs, 11x13
in., 15e each; $1.50 per doz.; $11.00 per 100.
CALLA, Golden Yellow (Richardia Elliottiana). Excellent for pot
plants or summer bedding. Plant outdoors after danger of frost
is over. Lift bulbs in the fall, after frost has cut down the foliage.
50c each; $5.00 per doz.
CINNAMON VINE. Hardy, rapid growing vine, with bright green
foliage, and clusters of small, white, fragrant flowers. Large
roots, 10c each; $1.00 per doz.
GLOXINIA. Charming summer flowering bulbous plants for the
window garden or conservatory. Mixed colors, 35c each; doz., $3.50.
ISMENE (Peruvian Daffodil). Large, white fragrant flowers, re-
sembling amaryllis. Slender green foliage. 20c each; $2.00 per
doz.; $14.00 per 100. Mammoth bulbs, 30c each; $3.00 per doz.
MADEIRA VINE. An old-fashioned vine.
small white flowers with delicate fragrance.
doz.; $7.00 per 100.
OXALIS. Summer blooming. Charming little border plants. Mixed
colors. Mammoth bulbs, 50c per doz.; $3.00 per 100.
TUBEROSE, Double Pearl. Start indoors in March, or in the open
in May. Flowers waxy white and very fragrant, Mammoth bulbs,
7e each; 70c per doz.; $5.00 per 100.
Light green leaves and
10c each; $1.00 per
Tuberous Rooted Begonia
These splendid flowers are always a feature in Emglish gardens
and it is only because they are so little known that they are not
used more in America, Plants are of vigorous, bushy growth, 12 to
15 inches high, and bear huge flowers (sometimes 3 and 4 inches
across) of the same waxy texture as the small Begonias. Colors
range through yellow and pink to red. They may be used either as
pot plants or for half-shaded beds, and should be planted in rich soil
that can be kept well watered. Start indoors in March and April and
transplant outdoors in May.
Giant Double Copper, Crimson, Pink or Yellow. Large size bulbs,
1% to 2 ins. in diameter, 30c each; $3.00 per doz.; $23.00 per 100.
Tuberose.
Brilliant Cannas
Karl Merck. (Green foliage). Pure yellow,
tinged orange and flecked with pink be-
coming red in the throat. 4 feet. 10c
each; 90c per doz.; $6.00 per 100. :
Due to great improvements made in recent
years, Cannas have become very popular for
large beds and mixed borders. The foliage
is quite ornamental and the blooms make a
mass of color from July until frost.
Start the roots indoors in pots in early
March and plant in their permanent position
about the middle of May; or the roots may
be planted in the place where they are to
bloom in early May. Set plants 1% _to 2
feet apart in a sunny location. The heights
as stated will vary according to richness of
the soil and location.
Dig roots after the first killing frost, cut
off the foliage, and store in a cool, dry place
over Winter.
Ambassador. (Bronze foliage). Immense
flowers of brilliant, rich cherry-red.
Very strong grower. 4 feet. 10c each; 90c
per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
City of Portland. (Green foliage). Beauti-
ful glowing pink. 4 feet. 10c each; 90c per
doz.; $6.00 per 100.
Eureka. (Green foliage). The finest white
Canna ever introduced. Flowers open
cream but gradually turn pure white. 4
feet 10c each; 90c per doz.; $6.00 per
100.
Golden Gate. (Green foliage). Pure golden-
yellow changing to crimson and apricot
as the flower ages. 4 feet. 10c each; 90c
per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
King Humbert. (Bronze foliage). Wonder-
fully effective. Large, orange-scarlet flow-
ers and heavy, purplish bronze leaves. 5
feats 10c each; 90c per doz.; $6.00 per
Mrs. Alfred F. Conard. (Green foliage). The
strongest growing and largest flowered
pink Canna. Flowers are clear pink and
retain their color well. 10c each; 90c per
doz., $6.00 per 100.
Pennsylvania. (Green foliage). Extremely
large, orchid flowered canna. Flame-scar-
let overlaid with orange. 10c each; 90c
per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
The President. (Green foliage). The finest
of all the reds. Enormous, rich scarlet
flowers; strong plants; clean heavy. foli-
age. 4 feet. 10c each; 90c per. doz.; $6.00
per 100.
Yellow King Humbert. (Green foliage). A
sport from the red King Humbert. Flow-
ers are large and orchid-shaped. Color
yellow dotted orange-scarlet. 4% feet.
10c¢ each; 90c per doz.; $6.00 per 100.
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 6]
PLANT STAKES AND SUPPORTS
Bamboo, Green.
Same RNs: SS
0
3 FT.
tip to butt.
Doz. 100 1000
ait it 2a $0.15 $0.5 ;
2 pts 282 2
rele 2 Oe ee
3 2 eee Se
4 5 ee
5 Bix, Vee oe
6 [3 ee
Bamboo, Natural.
point at the tip.
190 1000
GPE ti wee eee $1.60
Po kOe Oe Eb a. oats 3.50 30.00
Sto. 82) EES se see iste 3.50 30.00
ee
Bean Poles. Bamboo, extra heCavY. ee CD FT.
Diam. % to % in.
Doz.
7 fo ee ee $0.60 $3.00
ATE Oe Sos, oo seis, melee 1.00 6.00
ag oe ee ee $225 7.00
15 ft., 2 in. diam....15.00
Carnation Supports. Heavy galvanized wire.
Doz. 100
SS Re $1.25 $8.50
Galvanized Wire. Heavy No. 9 gauge wire.
Doz. 100 1000
Three-ring style
At, 5 ee te pp Rn ies $0.25 $1.25 $ 9.00
EE See eee oe .35 4.75 13.50
ae ovate acta seta ope ars -40 2.00 16.50
Ts 5 Ts Eee aE ee ee ae 50 2.50 20.00
Hyacinth. Wood; painted green.
100 1000
Srvc Tae Peat lt Aad age lysine $0.50 $2.50
ee aT cece oa pe te eS ee eee .60 3.00
Wood, Light, Round. Tapering, painted
green. Doz. 100
rebate ein aioiatdeia ey ae « $0.30 $ 2.00
EE ees Sa eae one et one .50 3.50
ee Ce ee aa a larce a wee ee .85 6.00
AMEE: -. Pre deter tat acte aeteksles 125 9.00
Bi EE 3 ta cite woe 2 ae Salo o's s 4.75 12.50
Wood, Heavy, Round. Tapering, painted
green. Doz. 100
218 5 Se ee ee eae $1.50 $10.00
[a EE ce CRT dicta <5 2.00 14.00
EL wc td sah ke Patan Rie am - 2.50 17.00
Geir es ote SaaS one 3.25 22.00
6 ft. square, unpainted...... 1.00 7.00
Ties, Wire. For fastening plants to
Sie as ES LOU ee See eae 2.25
Raffia. Pliable grass used for tying
plants. Natural, Ib., 40c; 5 Ibs.,
See « Aa PCC. CONOTS 31D: ctisiaeeis ss ces ots 1525
Bestyette Garden Labels. Permanent incon-
spicuous labels
made from. zinc Flame of ~Lanl;
andcopper. Water- Lake.
proof and adapted
for all purposes.
6c each; 60c doz.
Vyntach Hooks. A
vines to either
masonry or wood
new hook for holding
walls. Easy to
use and practic-
ally indestructi-
ble.
For mason-
ry with
drill, box
ef? 25. “=: /$2:00
For wood,
box of 25 1.00
v*
Decorative Bird Labels. Brilliantly
colored metal birds on 18-inch, green
painted stakes with metal clips to
hold labels. Each, 20c; 3 for ........$0.50
LABELS
34 incr
Wired Tree Latbe/ |
#~ tO GIncA
Pot Labe/
8 +90 /2inch
Garden Labe/
Labels, Wooden. For pots and garden use.
Pointed and painted on one side.
100 1000
AF its POtCe Beco le «eee See $0.40 $2.75
SB a0l., DOGS rls sss ooo. See 50 3.25
GATE DOE 55.5 oo Sees owe 55 3.50
BIT IO ENG s ste She.2is Sos ae te 80 5.00
10st pets ee eee 1.00 6.00
8 in. Garden, % in. wide.. 1.00 7.00
10 in. Garden, % in. wide.. 1.25 8.50
12 in. Garden, 1% in. wide.. 1.60 12.00
3% in. copper wired........ .50 3.00
Labels, Celluloid. Pot. 3% in. .. 1.50
Labels, Celluloid. Pot. 5in. .... 3.00
Labels, Weatherproof Plant. Simplex water-
proof labels are adapted for all outdoor
garden records. Writing is done on cellu-
loid, which has a transparent mica cover.
Copper wires attached to labels.
Doz. 100
Sec ey 1) pee ae ee Oe eee a $0.50 $3.00
SA a SS A oe eee ee ee ee 15 5.00
Spada Sg ae Oe | ys ee 1.00 7.00
+
Labels, Weatherproof Garden. Trans-
parent, waterproof card holder at-
tached to an iron stake 24 in. long.
Card 2%x1% in, each, 25c; doz.,
$2.75; card 3x2 in., each, 30c; doz. ..$3.25
Labels, Magno. Metal labels with
magnifying glass over name. Can
be read without stooping. Each, 30c;
1 ye 2 Se i en ee nee Ca $3.00
62
BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Fertilizers
Plants are constantly drawing nitrogen, phosphorus, potash and other elements from
the soil, and when your farm or garden produces a crop of vegetables, flowers, cereals
or fruit, a certain portion of these important plant foods are removed from the soil.
Continued planting and removing of crops would soon exhaust the supply of these
necessary Plant foods, were it not that by the use of commercial fertilizers, stable and
barnyard manure, we are able to replenish the supply and thereby keep up the fertility
of the soil.
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Florida Humus
The growth of your lawn depends on moisture and available plant food. If your soil
does not contain moisture retentive humus, the growth is bound to suffer during dry spells
regardless of the amount of water applied. If soil bacteria is lacking, the grass will also
suffer, for it is the soil bacteria that reduce plant foods to a form that can be assimilated
by the roots.
Fiorida Humus is pure decayed vegetable matter, containing approximately 8% organic
nitrogen (the best source of nitrogen for plants). Florida Humus absorbs 5.81 times its own
weight in water. Florida Humus, when mixed with Bone meal and composted for one week
showed three times aS many soil bacteria as the best dairy manure, proving that it is an
ideal medium for the growth of soil bacteria, so necessary to the growth of all vegetation.
Prices, delivered in Pittsburgh, 100 1bs., $3.25; 200 lbs., $5.50; ton, $45.00.
car lot prices.
5-10-5
A special formula for the Pittsburgh
district recommended to many of our cus-
tomers by Mr. Eby, the Allegheny County
Farm Agent. Contains 5% Nitrogen; 10%
Phosphoric Acid; 5% Potash. Makes an ex-
cellent plant food for flower and vegetable
gardens, lawns and shrubbery. USe 5 Ibs.
for 100 square feet for lawns; 10 lbs. per
100 square feet for flowers and vegetable
gardens, and shrubbery, and aS a summer
top dressing 2 to 4 lbs. per 100 square feet.
Supplied in 125-lb. Bags
Socens $ 3.50 1000 lbs. .....$22.00
12.00 2000 Ibs. 42.00
125. Ibs.
500 lbs.
eee ecee LHaUYU jgyuVvuVv LVM. «ee ee
e
Nitrate of Soda
Nitrogen 15%
Quick acting stimulant containing 15 per
eent nitrogen which hastens development
of the crop. Most valuable on grasses and
cereals; the effects are quickly noted in vig-
orous growth and deep, rich green foliage.
Apply several times during the growing
period.
Supplied in 100-lb. Bags
ab NCAA canecr etme $0.15 500 Ibs. ..... $15.00
UUs os oye Ge 100, 301000 Tbs? x.:: 26.00
HOO ADS.) oor-kapauan 3.50 2000 Ibs, ..... 50.00
Sheep Manure
Flower Gardens. Luxuriant growth of
healthy green foliage and a wealth of vivid
colored flowers quickly follow the use of
Sheep Manure. Mix with the soil under
new plantings and top dress established
plants with 10 lbs. to 100 sq. ft. of soil.
Vegetables and Fruit. Every gardener
knows that there is nothing better than
manure to build up the soil. Sheep Manure
is practical and will produce big crops of
crisp, tender vegetables for the early mar-
ket. Also improves yield, color and flavor
of fruit crops. Use 1000 to 1500 lbs. per
acre. PRICES
FF OUDSe i. essere sie $0.30 OOM DSaeeeieee $ 3.00
LO MIDS ee ae cies .50 HOO Ss onvekens 12.00
Dy OS: Sec steter ees 1.00 O00 BIDS Siete 22.00
FOcIbSsi 2. sere 1.75 PANU: lost oo oc 42.00
Nitrogen
Write for
Cattle Manure
Manure from the feeding pens, rich in
plant foods. Thoroughly shredded and dried
at a high temperature to kill weed seeds.
Not so coarse as barnyard manure but much >
coarser than Sheep Manure, making an ex-
cellent top dressing for roses.
LUV CEG oe esc 9. 3-00 = 21000 IbSsi c-cr $22.00
500 lbs. 12.00 2000 lbs, 42.00
Bone Meal
PURE RAW NO. 1
eeevceece L4,UYU j@BUUY IVS, w~ ce ee
Sialacigceisnap ere, Shere oreo ayerens : 3.70%
Phosphoric Acid) 2.40 ose 21.50%
Bone! Phosphatelof lime... oon eee 47.00%
A warranted pure grade made from Se-
lected stock of bones. A fine grind, suitable
for lawns, vegetables and shrubs.
Apply at the rate of 5 lbs. per 100 square
feet, or 1000 to 1500 lbs. per acre.
Supplied in 100-lb. Bags
DelpSee as eter $0.30 1LOOMDS Sew gesDU
MOP UDSiosreeera.c a DO UXO USE Gh ao 1 OW
Oe DS srt aes 1.10 1000 Ibs) 22... 28.00
BO DS" ease 2:00' 2000) Ibs) 2520-0 155200
Bone Meal Flour
IND EEROSEN ® soc cheleioe’ sishaie oecareeetonenenere en 82%
Phosphoric) “Acid Aacceicyceiieieatereeet 29.76%
Bone Phosphate of Lime........... 70.00%
Finest grade of bone meal made. Ground
as fine as flour, used in potting soil and in
the greenhouse on carnations.
Supplied in 100-lb. Bags
LOOMIS! lteter Sab'b0) 1000 Ibsicix ca; $43.50
TMU UERE Boose 22.25 2000 lbs. 85.00
Lime, Hydrated
High calcium limestone burned to remove
the foreign elements that are of no value
to the soil. Our lime contains 63 per cent
of calcium oxide. Highly recommended to
Seas acidity on lawn, garden and farm
soils.
eoecree
Supplied in 50-lb. Bags
HO UDS27. eG «eke $0.30 BOO GIDS.) <cteren $ 5.00
DURE Moe etse- sto 2 LODO ksIDSS aie ora 9.50
ROOSIDS Rese crepe 1:50' "2000; Ibs. - a.-\- 17.50
FREE DELIVERY
All fertilizers on this page purchased in quantities of 100 lbs. or over are delivered
free inside the city limits at prices listed. On freight shipments an allowance of 25c
per 100 lbs. will be made.
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 63
Baughgro
4% WNitrogen. 12% Phos. Acid. 4% Potash
Rie siahce. sis’ a $0.50 WAR oA | Tio Sire eee $1.50
TETISSS = Soca oi ake 5 5 | 004 | Sa Re ae 2.50
EGO IBS? 7 ise oc heciewess a $4.00
Ploranid (Urea). 46% Nitrogen. Use %
pound per 100 sq. ft. or dissolve 1 level
teaspoonful in 7 gallons of water. Lb.,
25c> 5 ibs. 90e; 10 Ibs: $1.50 3, 25. ibs.,
$2.75.
Nitrophoska 15-30-15. The most powerful
fertilizer on the market. Apply before
planting at the rate of 1 lb. per 100 square
feet and water thoroughly after applying.
ee 5 lbs., 90c; 10 lbs., $1.50; 25 Ibs.,
15:
Aluminum Sulphate. By its use an acid
condition is created, which is favorable
to the development of Rhododendrons and
other plants of a like nature.
lb. $0 25 lbs.
100 lbs.
Sulphate of Ammonia. 20% % Nitrogen. Un-
excelled as a source of nitrogen for lawns,
vegetables, trees and flowers.
TRL ere 75
a $0.15 ATH NS See ae $1.75
ARIS Ba os occ 1O0on AOR sts 245522 4.00
Super Phosphate
Available Phosphoric Acid ............ 16%
Supplied in 125-lb. Bags
1A Ls ee $3.00 1000 lbs. $16.00
Bs See 8.50 2000: ths?" >. : . 30.00
Perfection Brand
Nitrogen 32.27. Hing t= fee Se ee eee ene 4G,
Available Phosphoric Acid ............ 8%
EOE SRTE Lo foe Seta ian eee oe Be abhass 1%
Supplied in 125-lb. Bags
eS: Woe - eS $ 3.50 1000 lbs. $21.00
PO ARISE, oe oe 12.00 PATA | i eee 40.00
Humus
Plant and animal life decaying through
many generations form humus. Valuable
for use on land lacking in vegetable matter
and to lighten and mellow heavy clay soils.
Will also bind together loose, sandy soils,
but should not be used on cold or wet soils.
ee EIS ns cictote 3 $0.75 SUE ae $ 8.50
2 ALL Ee een Bee Sere £252" 1000. Ibss-.)2).5 16.00
| ad US Sa eee 2.50 2000 Ibs, ..... 30.00
Muriate of Potash
Potash 48 Per Cent
Next to Nitrogen and Phosphoric Acid,
Potash in the form of Muriate of Potash is
one of the most valuable of plant foods and
should be included as part of every com-
mercial fertilizer. Being readily soluble in
water, it becomes quickly available as food
to plant life. Use 200 to 300 lbs. per acre—
% lb. per 100 square feet or dissolve 1 level
tablespoonful in 5 gals. of water.
a ee $0.15 100 ibs. oes zs $ 4.00
10 lbs. 1.00 1000 Ibs.
All fertilizers in this column purchased in
quantities of 100 lbs. or over are delivered
free within the city limits at the prices
listed. On freight shipments an allowance
of 25c per 100 lbs. will be made.
Special Fertilizers
Adco Articficial Manure. The scarcity and
cost of stable manure has made its ex-
tensive use impracticable, and the com-
post pile, although of undeniable value,
is a long and tedious undertaking. The
process of making artificial manure con-
sists of merely making a heap of all gar-
den trash, wetting it thoroughly and add-
ing the bacterial powder Adco. In the
course of three or four months this heap
is converted by action of the growing
bacteria into excellent manure. 25-1b.
sack (enough for 12 wheelbarrows waste).
$2.25 delivered; 100 lbs., $7.75; 1590-lb. sack
(enough for a pile 10x10x6 ft.), $10.50.
Smith’s “Mum” Manure. Universally used by
the best growers for growing the finest
chrysanthemums. 100 Ilbs., $6.00.
Wood Ashes. Excellent for use on lawns,
rose beds and perennial borders. High in
potash. 100 Ibs., $3.00.
Agricultural Salt. Used principally on as-
paragus beds to keep down weeds and
promote heavy growth. 100 lbs., $2.50.
Clay’s Fertilizer. An English fertilizer used
largely for forcing greenhouse _ stock.
1 tbs: °$2-50:> 4 ibs) 32.505 28 Ibs: $4:25:
56 lbs., $7.50; 112 lbs., $13.00.
F. & I. Tobacco Fertilizer, A tobacco base
fertilizer, which, used as a mulch, makes
a valuable insect destroyer. 100 lbs.,
$3.50; 500 lbs., $15.00; 1000 Ilbs., $26.00;
2000 Ibs., $50.00, f. o. b, Pittsburgh, Pa.
Horn Shavings. Rich in ammonia and valu-
able for use in mixing in potting soil, for
growing ’mums, ete. Lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 75c:
25 lbs., $2.25; 100 lbs., $7.50.
Peat Moss, Genuine Imported. Strictly the
finest quality of imported, horticultural
grade Peat Moss. Light and porous in
texture, it is unexcelled for mulching.
Large bale covers 250 square feet, 1 inch
deep, contents 18 to 24 bushels. Price is
variable, write or phone for best price de-
livered in Pittsburgh.
PLANT TABS. A plant food in highly con-
centrated tablet form. Convenient for
house use. 30 tablets, 25c; 75 tablets,
50c; 200 tablets, $1.00; 1000 tablets, $3.50.
Soot, Scotch Imported. Will produce a good
color in greenhouse plants. Is also effec-
tive against grubs and worms that work
near the surface. 5 Ibs., 85c; 10 Ibs,
$1.50; 100-lb. sack, $8.00.
Leaf Mold, Moss, Peat, Etc.
Charcoal. For mixing with potting soil.
Hither granulated or lump grade. Lb.,
15c: 5 lbs., 65c; 50 Ibs., $3.50; 100 Ibs..
$6.00.
Leaf Mold. Excellent for mixing with soil
for potting. % pk., 30c; pk., 50c; sack,
(1% bus.), $2.50.
Moss, Green Log. 1 sq. yd., 50c; sack. $2.50.
Moss, Sphagnum, Dried. Large bales, well
burlapped, $2.75.
Moss Sphagnum, Live.
ete. Market price.
For potting orchids,
Peat, Jersey. Used as a compost for mix-
ing soil for potting plants. % pk., 30c;
pk., 50c; 1%-bu. sack, $2.50.
Peat, Fibrous. Used for potting orchids,
ete. 2-bu. sack, $3.50.
64 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Insecticides and Fungicides
All items marked by a star (*) are not mailable and can be sent only by express or
freight.
included with order.
Agripax. A pyrethrum base contact spray,
approved by the United States Depart-
ment of Agriculture. Caterpillars, mealy
bug, aphis and red spider are killed by
being wet with the spray. Does not in-
jure tender foliage and is non-poisonous.
TDi SU0CF pte woe edie omer.
*Ansect. Contact spray for rose bugs,
aphis, sete; 2 Pt. 61.00: qe ssi:
Ant Destroyer. Effective powder for de-
stroying ants, roaches, ete. % lb., 30c;
% Ib., 50c; 1lb., $1.00.
Antkill. Rid your home and premises of the
embarrassing and health-injuring ant
nuisance. Kill the ants in the nest. Price:
Cottage Set (3 oz. syrup, 5 cups), each
60c; 3-oz. bottle syrup, 25c.
*Aphine. One of the best remedies for aphis,
Or red spider. | Pt) 65e-) dt... p1-00 peal,
$3.00.
*Arsenate of Lead, Powder. For dusting.
Lb., 35c; 4 lbs., 90c; 24 lbs. (6 4-lb. bags),
$15.00.
$4.00; 100 lbs.,
Black Leaf 40°
20% Nicotine
*Black-Leaf 40.
(25 4-lb. bags),
Nicotine sulphate; contact
spray for sucking insects. Oz., 35c; 5-oz.
Dottie; S1-003 lbiy $2225) 2nlbs a soreo st
lbs., $10.60.
*Bordeaux Powder. For blights, mildews,
rusts, ete. Lb., 35e; 4 lbs., 90e; 24 lbs. (6
4-lb. bags), $3.75; 100 lbs. (25 4-lb. bags),
$14.00.
*Calcium Arsenate. Higher poison content
than Arsenate of Lead. Kills chewing
and leaf-eating insects quickly. Mixes
eaSily with water and can be combined
with Lime-Sulphur or Bordeaux. Lb.,
30c; 4-lb. bag, 75c; 24 Ibs. (6 4-lb. bags),
$3.00
*Copper Sulphate (Blue Vitriol). Used for
making Bordeaux Mixture. Lb., 25c; 5
lbs., 75c; 25 lbs., $3.00; 100 lbs., $9.00.
Crow Repellent. Absolutely keeps crows
from pulling corn. % pt., 60c; pt., $1.00.
*Cyanogas G Fumigant. The most effective
fumigant for greenhouse pests such as
White Fly, Thrips; Aphis, ete. Fumiga-
tion is started at dark by scattering the
Cyanogas on the walks after which the
house is closed for the night. 5 lbs., $3.00;
25 lbs., $10.00.
Dawg-Gone. Protect that evergreen—keep
dogs away.
WG: G Remove cap
= ON and hang tube
: of Dawg-Gone
(Ope ned nee:
KEEBS DOGS AWAY sown) -in the
lower branch-
es of trees at
the points of
approach.
Tubes, each
35e or 3 -for
$1.00.
*Dutox (Barium Fluosilicate). Non-arseni-
cal poison for killing the Mexican Bean
Beetle and other chewing insects. 6 Ib.
bag, $1.50.
PROTECTS EVERGREENS
Items not marked with a star (*) can be sent by mail, but postage must b#
NEW
EVER GREEN
EVER GREEN is a highly effective, yet
entirely safe insecticide that is giving ex-
cellent control of practically all insects. It
will not injure the tenderest plants or flow-
ers. Absolutely non-poisonous to humans,
animals, birds, pets. Economical and very
easy to mix and apply. Guaranteed not to
corrode metal, rubber or clothing.
l-oz. bottle, 35c (by mail 45c);
$1.00 (by mail, $1.10); pint, $2.00;
tins, $11.00.
Formofume. For treating soil and seed for
plant diseases. Controls damping off effec-
tively. Lb., 50c; 5 lbs., $1.75; 25 lbs., $5.00.
Fungine. Standard fungicide for mildew
and other fungous diseases. Gal., $3.00.
Fungtrogen. An effective preventative and
remedy for mildew, black spot and many
fungous diseases of Roses and other
plants. 146° pt.) 75c: pt. able bebe awee0 0.
gal., $6.00.
Grape Dust. Dust for mildew on grapes
and roses. 5 lbs., $1.50
Lethane 440. Best pemedy for mealy bug.
Qt., $3.00; gal., $8.50.
*Lime-Sulphur, Liquid. The standard dor-
mant spray for fruit and shade trees for
scale and certain fungous diseases. Pack-
ed in steel containers to prevent leaking.
Qt., 40c; % gal., 60c¢; gal., -90c; 5 gzals.,
$3.25; 25-gal. bbl., 30c per gal., 50-gal.
bbl., 25c per gal.
*GLime-Sulphur, Powder. Used for the same
6 OZS.,
gallon
purpose and has the same effectiveness .
as the liquid form and is much easier
to handle. Lb., 40c; 5 Ibs., $1.50: 12%
lbs., $2.25; 25 lbs., $4.00; 100 lbs., $12.00.
Lime-Sulphur Hydrometer. Each, $1.00.
MAGOTITE. Used for many years, for the
control of root maggot on Cabbage, Cauli-
flower. Onion, Radishes, ete. Lb., 25c;
5 lbs., 90c.
Molo. Poison tablets to exterminate moles,
quickly and safely. Pkg., 25c.
Napthalene Flakes. Destroys soil vermin
and thrip on gladiolus. Lb., 20c; 5 lbs., 90c.
*Nicofume Liquid. As spray or vapor for
greenhouse use or as contact spray out-
doors for aphis, ete. % lb., 75c; lb., $2.25;
AIDS) S500 6 LDS eros 05008
Nicofume Powder. Concentrated Tobacco-
powder impregnated with high strength
nicotine. Effective greenhouse fumigator.
Lb., 75¢e; 5 Ibs., $3.15; 10 lbs., $5.85.
Nikoteen Liquid. 30% nicotine solution for
indoor or outdoor spraying. 8-lb. bottle,
$11.00.
*Para-Benzene. When placed around the
base of Peach trees, forms a gas that
kills the borers. Use about one ounce
per tree. Lb., 65c; 5 lbs., $2.50.
*Paris Green. 14 lb., 20c; % lb., 35c; lb., 60c;
5albst .50.
be Ge hy Merd, been
Pere i ae
ire sy ere ee
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 65
Insecticides and Fungicides continuea.
Pyrox. Kills chewing insects and prevents
plant disease. Pyrox is easy to use—sim-
ply add water and spray. It has been used
by commercial growers for over thirty
years. 10 lbs., $3.00; 25 lbs., $5.00.
*Qua-Sul Keep your garden and green-
house clean and healthy with Qua-Sul, a
soluble sulphur carbon compound that has
remedied more growers’ ills than any
preparation on the market. Used effec-
tively for blight, mildew and as a soil
cleaner. Invaluable for rust on Delphin-
iums, Hollyhocks and Snapdragons. Qt.,
$1.25; gal., $4.00.
*Rat Poison—Cyanogas A grade. This grade
is used only as a rat and rodent destroyer.
By pumping the powder into the rat hole
a gas is released which is sure death to
rats. It should not be used about the
house, only around barns or outhouses.
Lb. can, 75c; Duster to apply, $1.40.
Rat Poison—EK.B.0.—Kills rats only. A
powder made from the giant squill bulb
that is poisonous only to rodents. Pkg.,
75c¢.
E.B.0O. Ready Mixed. Ready for use; harm-
less to domestic animals and human be-
meas. Can, she
*Rat Poison—Zelio, A powerful poison
that is easily applied as bait on bread,
méat, cheese, ete. After eating the ro-
dent has difficulty in breathing which
causes the victim to seek relief in the
open air. 2-0z. tubes, 50c.
Red Arrow. Non-poisonous Pyrethrum soap
spray. Simply mix with water and spray.
Effective against practically all insects.
Oz., 35€; 7 pt., $1.00; pt., $2.50; qt., $4.00;
gal. $1 12.0
Rose Aid. Combined insecticide and fungi-
cide for Roses. Lb., 50c.
Rotecide. Non poisonous insecticide for all
sucking and chewing insects. Especially
recommended for red spiders on ever-
meee 8-oz. bottle, $1. 00: pt., $1.75; gal.,
Botone. Non-poisonous dust for killing the
Mexican Bean Beetle and other insects.
4 Ib., $1.00.
*Scalecide. Dormant spray for scales,
blights, and fungous diseases. Qt. 65c;
gal., $1.55; 5 gals., $5.50; 15-gal. iron
drum, $13.50; 50-gal. bbl., $30.00.
Selocide. Sure control for Red Spiders on
Evergreens. Qt., $1.25; gal., $3.25.
SEMESAN—For use on general seeds. 2 ozs.,
50¢3.1. 1b50$2:50-"6 Ibs:, $11.75.
SEMESAN BEL—For Potatoes and Bulbs.
5 lbs., $8.00.
Slug Shot. Old reliable remedy for cabbage
and currant worms. Lb., 25c; 5 lbs., $1.00;
25 lbs., $4.00.
Soap, Fish Oil. For scale and aphis, and as
a spreader for other sprays. Lb., 30c;
5 Ibs.,: $1.25.
Soap, Getz-There. For
Plants. 8 lb. can, $1.50.
spraying tender
Soap, C. P. O. Used as a spreader for Nico-
tine and Pyrethrum Sprays. Qt., $1.00;
gal., $2.50.
Spray Oil, Sunoco. Economical and effective
dormant and all-season oil-spray. Ex-
cellent for control of scale, red spider,
leaf roller, ete. Gal., $1.25; 5 gals., $5.00;
15-gal. drum, $8.25; 30-gal. bbl., $13.80.
Sulphur, Flowers of, For mildew and mak-
ing lime-sulphur solution. Lbs. t5e; 5
ibs:, 50e¢; 25 ibs., $1.50; 100 Ibs., $5. 00.
Sulphocide. As a Summer spray Sulphocide
is highly recommended. Highly concen-
trated, mnon-poisonous, liquid sulphur
fungicide, distinct from lime-sulphur.
Bea pves gts “She; s2alee $2:25-- 5). ealis.;
$7.50; 30-gal. bbl., 33.00; 50-gal. bbl.,
$50.00.
Thrip Juice. Liquid insecticide for sucking
insects; aphis, thrips, ete. Gal., $4.80.
Tobacco Dust, Coarse. Lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c;
25 lbs., $1.50; 100 Ilbs., $5.00.
Tobacco Dust, Fine. Lb., 15c; 5 lbs., 50c; 25
Ibs., $1.50; 100 lbs., $5.00.
Tobacco Stems. Used for mulching. 100 lbs.,
$1.50; ton, $18.00.
TO-NA-CIDE. Practically all insects spend
part of their life in the soil. Protect your
garden by applying To-Na-Cide, the soil
inseeticide: ~i.b., 50ce; 5 Ibs;, $1505 25-ibs.,
$5.00; 50 lbs., $8.00; 100 lbs., $12.50.
Tree-Wound Paint. (Pine Tar). Prevents in-
fection of exposed surfaces. Pt., 50c; qt.,
75c; % gal., $1.40; gal., $2.50.
Tree Tanglefoot. A sticky compound for
banding trees. Prevents the ascent of all
climbing insects. One application lasts
three months. 6 ozs., 35c; lb., 65c; 5 Ibs.,
$3.00; 10 Ibs., $5.65; 25 lbs., $12.00.
Triogen. The complete spray treatment for
roses. Controls leaf eating and sucking
insects as well as mildew, black spot and
other diseases. Spray every 10 days for
complete freedom from insects and fung-
ous diseases. 12 rose kit, $1.50; 50 rose
kit, $4.00; 100 rose kit, $6.00.
*Vermol. Worm eradicator, non-poisonous
and harmless to lawns. Apply one pound
to 20 square feet. 5 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs.,
$2.50; 100 Ibs., $7.50.
Volck. One of the safest as well as one
of the most powerful insecticides for red
spider, white fly, mealy bug, thrips, etc.
The foliage after spraying shows a glist-
ening deeper green. % pt., 35c; qt., 75c:
gal., $2.00; 5 gals., $6.25.
*Weed Killer (Liquid). Concentrated solu-
tion for mixing with water to kill weeds.
Opmienes 46 rally $145; eal. $1.75: 5 gals.,
$6.50; 55-gal. bbl., $57.75.
Weed Killer Cane. For applying weed killer
directly to plantain and dandelions. $2.50.
*Wilson’s O. K. Plant Spray. Effective in-
door and outdoor spray for aphis, red
spider, ete. Qt., $1.00; gal., $3.00; 5 gals.,
sa On 30-gal. bbl., $57.00: 50-gal. bbl.,
x. LG. ALL. An English insecticide of soap
and nicotine. % gal., $5.00; gal., $8.50.
66
BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Dusters and Sprayers
HAND DUSTERS
Bellows, Woodason’s Insect. For applying
insecticides in powder form. Powerful
enough to blow the powder in the crevices
Where the insects breed. Small, single
cone, $3.00; large single cone, $4.75. Sul-
phur style, $4.00
Hand Dust Gun. Efficient hand duster for
applying all insecticides in powder form.
Gives a very fine dust which reaches all
parts of the plant. Extension rod is in-
cluded for working in corners and crev-
ices. Qt. size, $1.25,
Savage Duster. The discharge arm of the
Savage Duster can be swung in a position
to the rear of the operator, if so desired.
This feature eliminates the powder from
being blown in the face of the operator.
Price, $18.50.
Accordion Duster. A light weight duster for
all low growing crops. Simple and easy
to operate. Throws a fine dust and can be
regulated for from 1 to 12 pounds per
acre, $7.00.
HAND SPRAYERS
A general purpose efficient sprayer
Throws a fine, mist-
%-pt. size, 35c; 1-qt.
Misty.
made of heavy tin.
like, uniform spray.
size, 50c.
Glass Jar Sprayer. A continuous sprayer
with glass container which will not cor-
rode or rust. $1.25.
Spraymaster. Half gallon capacity hand
Spray. Brass pump chamber, galvanized
tank, 2 nozzles. An ideal sprayer for
larger gardens, easy working and sprays
a continuous fine misty spray. $2.00.
Robertson Compressed Air. Works easier,
gives a more powerful spray and lasts
longer than any other hand sprayer on
the market. All parts can be taken apart
and cleaned. Capacity one quart. Gal-
vanized, $1.25; brass, $2.00.
Rubber Sprinkler. Made of best grade of
heavy rubber. Well adapted for Sprayine
the foliage on plants indoors. $1.2
Small size, 75c.
BUCKET SPRAY PUMPS
Standard. Pump with hose and
three nozzles, $5.50. Galvan-
ized knapsack, 5 gal. capac-
ity, $4.00; extension rod,
curved, $1.00.
Little Giant. Well-constructed
bucket Spray Pump with
cylinder and air-chamber side
by side, by which the work
is all done on the down
stroke. Patent agitator keeps
ae liquid thoroughly mixed.
$4.00.
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64 and 65.
Paragon No. 3.
Paragon No. 3. This represents our most
popular outfit. The heavy galvanized tank
of 12 gallons capacity is mounted on a
strong two-wheeled steel truck and easily
moved from place to place. Equipment:
10-ft. special spray hose, 10-ft. extension
pipe and nozzles. Price complete, $22.50.
KNAPSACK SPRAYER
Vermorel No, 1. True knapsack style with
two shoulder straps. Solid copper tank;
double action pump; all working parts are
outside and easily accessible. Recom=:
mended by all who have used it as the
finest sprayer on the market. Equipped
with any-angle nozzles, extension pipe,
strainers and stop cock, $20.00.
Compressed Air Knapsack Sprayer, 4 gal.
Sturdy compressed air sprayer; capacity,
4 gals.; weight, 10 lbs. Metal tank is
lock-seamed, well riveted and soldered
throughout. Uses: For spraying shrubs,
vines, field crops, white-washing, remov-
ing wall paper and general purposes. New
solid seamless brass pump and brass ball
check valve. Fitted with 2-ft. extension
pipe and auto-pop nozzle. Galvanized
tank, $6.00; brass tank, $9.00.
Home Garden Size. This sturdy little ma-
chine is recommended where light weight
is a factor. Built similar to the above ex-
cept the capacity is 2% gals., and exten-
sion rod is 18 inches. Weight 7 lbs. Gal-
vanized tank, $5.00; brass tank, $7.50.
ACCESSORIES FOR SPRAYERS
Extension Pipe. 2-ft. lengths. Iron,
each,
35¢; brass, each, 75c; elbow, 35c.
Nozzles. Auto Pop, $1.50; Bordeaux, $1.00;
Imperial, 75c; Non Clog, T5e; Vermorel,
$1.00; Nozzle ‘Strainer, $1.00.
Spray Gun. Utilizes the entire capacity of
any power sprayer and eliminates bamboo
extension rods and other fittings, $6.00.
Spray Rods. Bamboo extension, 10-foot
length, fitted with stop-cocks and drip
guard, $4.00.
Spray Hose. Strongly made to stand high
pressure: 16 in., 35e per ft.; 34 in.; 30¢
per ft.
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Miscellaneous
Asparagus Knives. V-shaped blade,
which cuts the edible stalk under
the soil. Short handle, 40c; 4 ft.
Randle... cS ee ilabis Sales ot Ses $0.65
Dock and Thistle Cutter. Well made
tool with forked spud and foot rest.
AAG Tt Delandte oo ae ate oe ee a ales «
Dibbles. Handy tool for trans-
planting cabbage, celery, tomato
plants, etc. Wood handles, 70c;
all iron, 70c.
FORKS, Ensilage or Barn, Steel. Six
15 in. steel tines, end tines turned .
up. D handle $2.60; 8 tines........ 2.75
Old-Fashioned Wood Fork. Made
the old-fashioned way, all joints
mortised and pegged. Decorative
as well as useful. Three wood
tines, 20 inches long, spread 10
inches. Length over-all, 6 feet... 1.50
Spading, Long Handle, Preferred by
some gardeners; saves stooping..
Spading. Best grade steel. Four
heavy angular tines which never
break: Wood iD) handle. ....12.2-% 2.00
Spading, English. Tines are square
and sharp pointed. Highest grade.
Spading, Small Size. Four light
angular tines with 3% ft. handle.
Useful for light digging and for
loosening the soil in borders dur-
IPs T LHe eH NMC Hoe a Se se ee wees =
1.90
2.50
1.00
Manure. Six tines, Iron D handle,
$1.90;- four tines, 4% ft. bent
meespihes | oe ere & Asc ordi casos ale 1.60
Hay.
Three tines,
handle
» tt... straight
oeeeee et ewoereer ese ee eee eeeeee
1.50
Garden Tools
Garden Set of Tools. Three piece set
of Hoe, Rake and Shovel all care-
fully made of good material.......
Grass Edging Knives. American
Top, 4 tt. handie, -$1:25+ 224 £b . D. :
handle, $1.25; English Half Moon.. 2.25
Planet Jr. Edger No. 2. Indispensable
HOES:
Solid steel socket. 6 in.,
i. et.i5° & 22.2220 1.25
Garden.
St t0= Ff
=
Grape, Italian. 7x9
in. blades; 3% ft.
Heindig ee os ases a 2.00
Grub. 414-in. blade, 4-ft. handle ..
Invincible. Three detachable steel
prongs. 9-in. handle, 50c; 4-ft.
Coat d Pe eee ees a eee, See ge 90
Five prong, 4-ft. handle ......... 1.10
Onion. Triangular blade, 4-ft. handle 75
Scuffie. 5 in., $1.15; 6 in., $1.25; 8 in. 1.50
Warren. 7 in. blade,
solid socket
Weeding. Sharp pointed,
41/3 ft. handle, 1 prong,
65c; 2 prong
BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
MISCELLANEOUS GARDEN TOOLS—Continued.
HOES—Continued.
Hoe and Weeder. Hoe one side, 4-
toothed weeder, on balekyae-)-rcr-noerr es $0.75
HOE MATTOCKS, Dig Easy. TRA
av! Baim siveol) WWEGSy See Soon ke ac 167415
Solid Steel. Blades and shank forg-
ed) £rom one solid) piece...) seo. 1.35
Cutter Mattock. 4 in. cutter blade,
3 ft. handle. (Handle only 50c).. 1.50
Little Digger Mattock. A light prac-
tical tool for the home garden... 1.25
HOOKS, Corn. Tempered steel blade.. -60
Grape. 2 flat prongs,
forged from one
solid piece of Steel
Ay ty SHaANnalectes cere
Nursery. Two 9 in. steel
prongs, tapering to an
edge. Bent handles,
416 LEM ION Es: cre clothes 2.
Potato. Four tines eith-
er round or oval, with
bent head. 4 1/3 ft.
handles. 20ks. eee
Hook-Weeder.
Hook but tines are shorter and
bent at a greater angle..........
Similar to a Potato
1.00
KNIVES, Budding, American. $71.
One pointed and one round edge
blades white, handle. 225.24 e0ne ane
Budding, Single Blade. $19. Finest
steel, handle curved to fit the
Waid se Saree Sees hake ae Se ee
Budding. R15. Single blade with
steel buddinespudiesee ee eae ee
Corn Knife. Finest steel; either
Straizht or nook pauternieon ce eae
Pruning and Budding (Remington)
Steel, Butcher. 6 in. blade, 30c; 8 in.
DIAM eh eRe cae eso ene ae ee
POST HOLE DIGGER. Easily oper-
ated. Best cast steel blade........
RAKES, Metal—
Garden, Straight Back. Highest qual-
ity, 12 teeth, $1.00; 14 teeth, $1.10;
16 teeth, $1.20; small size, 6 teeth.
Garden, Bow. 14 teeth, $1.25; 16
LOOSEME tN ER Ooh caters iakche donate easier Romane
Lawn Comb. 18 in. wide. Flexible,
flat steel tines will not clog
24 in.
eet ewe ere reree eee eee eee eeoeee
Lawn Brume. F'an-shaped similar to
the Bamboo Broom but with flat
Steel tines
Wire. Combines strength with light
weight, 24 teeth, $1.25; 36 teeth ....
Bamboo Broom, Re-Inforced.
efficient, lawn broom of bamboo,
cleans easily and thoroughly.
HOGA HES WL abaS SAIS BO ids Sacegocac
“GUMEIN
TRADE MARK REG,
An Ideal Gardening Tool
Will not tear or uproot the grass be-
cause the teeth are live, flexible rub-
ber. 16 inch, $1.00; 20 inch, $1.25;
D4. SUTICTICE fore toteitotelle feilelte a fa lotte. fare Toilaife Anite Toners aieie
Light
18
GER”
LAWN RAKES
$1.25
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1.50
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1.75
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 69
MISCELLANEOUS GARDEN TOOLS—Continued.
SCYTHE or SHARPENING STONES—
Cariornndns 4 0.4m 25-5: soe wae wes $0.30
Carport base ee so es la ents 1.00
APT. Cree = Pee ae ne a wee fos owe .20
Automatic. Self cleaning, 26 wood-
en teeth, $2.00; 38 teeth .......... S22
7
Hay... 12 wooden tecths..25 22.05. ss
Lawn. A light and desirable wood-
en rake for the lawn, 26 teeth .... 1.90
SHEARS, Border. Solid steel, 9 in.
pk blades mounted on 2 wheels, 3 ft.
eS Sn handle. American horizontal style
eae Pruner, 20 in. double edged a $5.00; English vertical style ...... 7.00
St te WSs pint « sinleld = Wrasse sen ee « «to
POR SaeS GGA ee ee cee oc aie Sn 2 ae 2.00 SHEARS, Grass. Made of best tool steel.
Bitde? @migias 24 ae ae tae nos Heres 1.30 eS ZZ =
Seeven nly eo. See et oe os een 15 re é
EO corte PATE aes cess ae Ses lid 6 aba ay
F a4 MG. aiaoe Bocltishe hy ines... ee 2.00
22 ey TI ee eee Wo. 3075. English. 7 in. 11 ...2202221 2.50
Heavy Pruning. 26 in. with large
teeth for fast work on large limbs 4.25
No. 42. Tuttle Tooth. 22 in. open
TT ee Se erie ee ae eee 2.00
No. 40. Tuttle Tooth. 24 in. closed
nandie Pavey PAtterits. so). « ois wo = 2.5
50 =< i : 1 ™
: ae
SS
SSS Se
~~
Wiss-Klip Automatic. Operates with
a vertical movement, which does
MOE TITS CHS HANG wes oo iste o .2 oe wle,s 2% 1.50
Triangular. Can be used at any
angie. No: 11, $2.00; No. 10 ...... 2.00
Extra Blades for Triangular Saws
IN Gs aot pnt BON fo ose ass eS ee es 40
SCYTHE BLADES. Finest grade of
steel Wiss Grass Scissors, Finest quality 1.25
Bush. Heavy blade, 18 to 22 in. ...... 2.00
Grass, American, 28 to 32 in......... 2.00 SHEARS, Hedge. Notched blades, hol-
low ground steel
Disston. 6 in., $1.50; $8 in., $2.25; 9
in: $2: 50 SO oped eg tee, DER, eles a 3.25
Grass, English. Riveted back, 32 in. 2.75
English. 8 in., $3.00; 9 in. $3.25; o
Ger n Style. Blue steel blade, 29 RR Ay - 2 ee ee eee ee oul
De ee em ae yee eee ee ie 2.25 :
Weed. Best quality, 24 to 28 in. .... 2.00
Sharpening Outfit. Hammer and an-
vil for European blades
SCYTHE HANDLES. Made of best
White Ash.
Curved Style, $1.60; straight
“THE LAWN MAKERS FRIEND”
Spike Tamp. Reversible spiked tamper
cyt hore: she 1.50 for cultivating lawns
70 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
BMISCELLANEOUS GARDEN TOOLS—Continued.
SHEARS, Lopping SHEARS, Hand Pruning—Continued.
SHEARS, Lopping. Blades are best —
forged steel, handles do not pull
out.
Draw Cut, No. 126. 8% in. drop
forged heat treated blades. Snap
cut does not bruise the bark. Voi-
Wte SPLINE | lites eeers eo ea ee oe 2.00
Snapcut, No. 100. Similar to above .. 1.75
Rhodes; Double Guts. steers see oe 3.00
French. Special wheel spring. 8 in.
$2.50; 9 in., $3.00; 10 in.
English. Sheffield steel, 2% in. cut.. 5.00
McKenney. Toggle joint power,
compound leverage; No. 1, 23 in. .. 4.00
Disston. All steel 24-in. handles,
WOOdESEI DS OUD lan Utero eters 3.00 Flower Scissors. Holds the flower
Tiffany. 25-in. handle .............. 2.00 Pai see (MO eee! BIE eah oo Bey
Acme Flower Shear. Green handles... .75
SHEARS, Hand Pruning. All styles . : ey AS -
listed are made from the highest Be eT REL Sateen Era aot
grade tool steel. Long Handle, round point ........ 2.00
Dooklip. Operates with vertical
movement and does not tire the
PUA hs ac sedesegene seems oinbenedcn shanoackoseuer onan 1.00
Home Garden, Designed for home
y . use. Its light weight and correct
Professional No. 157. 81% inch. Drop shape relieve the fatigue of dig-
forged, high carbon steel. Double PUNE oreabaye, axssasa-arteaso eRe ee 115RA5;
riveted, detachable blade of alloy
steel. Flat double leaf spring .... 3.00 Snow Shovel. Small 75c; large ....... 1.25
ILS: Spine Ae pees ener oneie) ey 3.00 German. Blue steel blade .......... .65
Austrian. Red handle, blue blade .... .90
Reiser No. 107. Carbon tool steel
blade. Dull polish, leaf spring .... 1.75
Home Garden No. 116. 9 inch. Blade
of high carbon steel. Handles
black lacquer finish. Blued volute
SPIGLIMNE Wap tore cccdosysuetetel wlecensyerenetemen- laxien cfs 1.00
Home Garden No, 117. Same with
Phe joy ahal-m ee ele aaa cos See oee oc 1.00
Ladies. Nickel plated, 6 in. ......... 1.50 Saw Steel. Offset handle ............ .60
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 71
MISCELLANEOUS GARDEN TOOLS—Continued.
SICKLES—Continued WEEDERS—
SICKLE, Long Handle. Saves the back.
PETIA Or ni rite ara ore xt oie ates, oeie,s «evo $1.00
See ee RIZER | > 1/6, %, or % in. Ar Dandelion Weeder. V-shaped blade
es 6 a a, ae eee” 5S = for extracting dandelion, plantain,
% in. MeSh .......-- eee e ee eee ee eeee 2.50 etc., from lawns. Short handle ....$0.40
SOD LIFTER. English style with
heart-shaped blade, 4 ft. handle .. 8.50
SPADES, Flat Back. Full polished
DESE ee Tage 2% ss aes eae oe ee 2 1.90
Long Handle, Saves stooping ...... 1.90 Eureka, Grip handle. 45c; 2 ft. han-
Ge hie 4 ft NANGIC 2S... es se os AD
Excelsior. Five iron fingers ........ .20
Gem Fork. Three forged _ Steel
PLOneS. Geib Wandle 2... .2. 5 se2s 250
Curved Back. Round or square English Weeding Fork, Heavy. Will
pombed ht Ss eee ees es 2.00 last a lifetime; 18 in. handle weeeee 2.25
Se eis English Weeding Fork, Light. 4 tines :
grip handle, 90c; 15 in. handle .... 1.00
Hazcliines “Heavy «ce. oe eet ees 50
Boy’s Size. Useful for all light
Da Se Cae CREEL Ceo Syren .90 Magic. 5 inch
handle. 20c;
TREE PRUNER, One Fiece. One piece 18 in. handle,
poles made from straight-grained 20c.
strong wood.- Will cut a limb
ie ima idiameter: 10 ft asians. st 6.00 Magic. 2 in l.
Hoe and weeder, grip handle,
50c each.
Onion, Triangular. ;
Short handle ....$0.50
= — pie —5
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es
SS,
Jointed. 4-ft. sections, compound
LSVETA REE DOr AUC EE o.oo Sie oe a 1.25
TREE SCRAPER. Three sharp, bev- | LAWN SUPPLIES
LAWN ROLLER—WATER BALLAST
A high grade, easy running roller for
Lawns, Golf Courses and Tennis Courts.
Can be filled with water or sand to the
desired weight. Equipped with scraper to
keep the surface clean. Round edges.
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TROWELS, Solid Steel. 6 in. blade.... .35
Weight Diam. Length Price
Forged Steel. 6 in. blade ..:.......... 70 | No.1. 68 to 175 lbs. 14in. 24in. $11.50
No.2. 82 to 265 Ibs. Sti YZ ein. 14.00
No.3. 110 to 420 lbs. 24in. 24 in. 19.00
LAWN SPRINKLERS
The Hit. Use as a nozzle or sprinkler.
EU eC lrere wey tate ote wes cielele crs beset $0.50
Drop Socket. Finest solid steel =e) — GS ag eet 3 as aoe oe to
its i Pena Sea Wee IP gg ee a re ee ee .85 | Hain King. Model G.................. 3.50
od = et =
English Long Handle. 15 in. handle.. .75 Model D vrtce teste e ceases oe 2.50
R. I. P. Whirling spray. Works on
lower pressure than any other
SCT URLS Coe ME SS SRI ey ays Se ee 9 1.00
‘ : — Feet dae OLICS IMOGEN . © ais alc & ciceere otic 1.25
Transplanting. 6-in. blade, 25c; 8 in. . .30 Lawn Mower Grass Catcher. Will fit
Hoe Shaped. 7 in. blade ............ .70 any make of mower. For 12 to 16 2
= : we Pel 2 bs ae PINES ISAS CN cde Bie Gs hie baer cie wate bin wise c $1.25
Hole-in-one-Planter. ............... 50 PEEOLOUM eee Ss ci Oo ees « 4c 8 1.50
GZ BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Miscellaneous Supplies and Sundries
Aprons, Gardener’s. Extra heavy
PUbMeL.. cee ele ee A ee Cal ee cere toretens $2.0
English Serge, With bib and pocket.. 5.0
Baskets, Ash. Used for gathering
flowers, berries, etc. Made to hold
6 or 8 standard quart berry boxes
6 git; sizes Si200388 at. SIzZe = sere ere 1.25
Berry. Pint size, $1.10 per 100; $10.00
per 1000; quarts, $1.10 per 100;
DOE TO OO Seyi tetewsic co e.mes enetestes ore emer 10.00
Oak 2 Bushell. These baskets are
strongly made with heavy han-
dles. Will take the place of a
wheelbarrow on a small place for
carrying leaves, rubbish, soil, ete.
PriGes 2.503050 DUles Sse 2 tert olin sen sieaeee 3.50
Celery Bleachers. By the use of these
specially made tubes of heavy card-
board Celery can be eaSily bleached
without banking with soil or boards.
Easy to apply. 6% in. diam., 12 in.
Highs: WEL TOO" widievscks os ve te tare ic fo ere ewes 6.00
Doplex-Glass Substitute. Glass substi-
tute for hotbed sash; cut with scis-
ors and put on with tacks. Width
So8t. Salinea ly ftw o oUce tO amen lates
Sa ss OMIMG ATER ose avers hus aioe abemsear cine 12.00
Egg Boxes, Metal, Mailing. Strongly
made of aluminized metal, approved
by postal authorities. 1-doz. size,
$1500 each:)2-doz- size; each 2... oa. 1.50
Florist Clips, Bull Dog. For fasten-
ing paper around bouquets, ete. Per
DODO Biacccts cece eee Rte eee Siar a tee on ere pe, tee By 5)
Flower Arranger, Dome. Holds flow-
ers in any desired position. Each.. .50
Flower Arranger, Pincushion. Closely
set wires with heavy base holds
flowers firmly in any desired posi-
CLONES NOM peo OOF INOS e2cm role Oss
INO:7 St e220 0) EIN OF 042 cir crete n are aler sts 5 3.00
Fruit Ficker. Made of steel wire
heavily galvanized. Easily attached
to: any ADOles ck Ae oc ceetieene ee saiiedere .60
Glass Cloth. A cloth substitute for
glass. Transparent, waterproof and
protective. Used for chicken coops,
hotbeds, ete. Width 8 feet. 1 yd.,
A0C S10) yds $3:507)225) ey¥.dSs seo
MOO PYiSE Bos lave, cove cewstecome «oaees lee reieneacuetes. 32.00
Garden Line. Finest grade of white
glazed line. Hank of 48 ft., 50c;
DETAGOZ MANES tvcrencreleler. ey vemos sieaere enone 5.00
Garden Line Reels. All metal style.
iaree SIZE .isK cs Reeve kolav ohn eke eee $2.25
Glass Clamps. For repairing broken
S1lASS- "BORE ein eis oe eee 2.00
Glass Cleaner. A powerful and quick
acting cleaner: "Gallic ciex wists cre chore teres .25
Glass Cutter. Six changeable cutter
PoOintsSe.5 eR OR ee ee ee -50
Glazing Points, Peerless. Sizes No. 2
and236.1000' forstse 000 ea. ein 3.50
Zinc. Peg style. Sizes %, %, % in.,
Tb:, 5003-5 *1DSh Rk eee eee eee 2.25
Gloves, Pruning. Strongly made leath-
OM SS AUNTLETS: otieadlc eeche oncuaiees Ole Dace . 2.00
Rubberized. Men's or ladies’ size... .50
| Beau y Wear
ae Gloves
Made of goat skin and
tanned with lanin oil. Pair... .7%5
Grafting Wax. For grafts, cuts and
bruises. % lb., 25c; 1% lb., 40c; lb... .60
Grinder, Household. A powerful com-
pact machine. Carborundum wheel
4 in. diameter iin tnichkstast-mtecetarete 3.50
Greenhouse Shading Paint, Gal. can... 4.00
Handles. Made from best Ash. Rake
5146 and 6, £t Jeneth) nee -50
Teshape 3h ft Sic ee eee ee ce oD
Tron [Dt hork bande. cco aleve eis coreetesns mie
Wood D Spade Handle, English ..... eile)
Mattock ebiamn dean occa cponciae terete teres -50
Hoey Handle: oe cashes tecrncker ete tate cos
Grape Hook Handle sone eects -50
Hose, Garden. Electric. Our moulded
hose is made strong and durable and
will last for years. Cheaper in the
long run than lower priced grades.
50 ft., % in., with couplings, $12.50;
50st 26) ine with couplingses. .. 0a. 11.50
Spray Hose. Made to stand the high
pressure of power sprayers. ¥% in.,
35c per ft.; % in., 30c per ft.
Hose Couplings. Perfect clinching.
Easy to attach and will not tear the
lawn. % or % inch size, per set .... .25
Hose Menders. Perfect clinching.
quickest mender to attach on the
market. % and % in. Size, each,
LG G@S OZ. eis Std che eis ho Senora re neuiohove cuca ters 1.25
Hose Gage Adapters. Pittsburgh to
SUANNG Rigel: Fae ySEs IBRIG) aS ouoaccadscd- -25
Standard to Pittsburgh gage. wee «25
VARIO twinge co cad odio Gato ames 5c 35°
HOME GARDENS PAY.
Make that vacant space in your yard
work for you. Raise your own vegetables
and flowers. Free seed catalog on re-
quest.
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502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA.
MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES AND SUNDRIES—Continued.
Hose Nozzles.
Greenhouse, 3 inch face ........... $1.00
Greenhouse, 4 inch face ........... 1.25
Hotbed. Aluminum, 4% in. face .... 3.50
Hotbed. Brass, 4% in. face ........ 3.00
SAS oe ee ee x. Syeacs w atels palette .60
ARI ORCI. Aa «2 ow «o's ws'e 20s 2s 15
RCURICLINEROUNED A Ainge oS a: clare wo 2 le ames gay fs
Hotbed Mats. Frostproof mats of bur-
lap for protecting hotbeds and cold-
PEAS Ok 6 MELE cee an oo eee le 4.50
Hotbed Sash. Standard 3x6 ft., 3 rows glass.
Iron crossbars and lugs. Best quality cy-
press, all joints mortised.
Each Doz.
Unpainted and unglazed ....$3.75 $42.00
Painted and unglazed ....... 4.00 45.00
PAMECH ANG: SIAZEH <f:s.2 = «mts 6.00 70.00
LOGY es Ti Ba ica eee ee ae 1.00
Mastica. Highest grade of glazing
putty on the market. % gal., $1.50;
EG sb] ee 0 ee 13.50
Mastica Machine. For applying Mas-
EN CS ae reac 5 oi tear eo ahs ae 3.00
Putty Bulbs, Rubber. For Mastica,
Es ee ons hee wae cae s 1.35
PAPER, White Wax. Per ream ..... 2.50
Green Wax, per Team 2 b- ps. 6. se. 2 3.50
Baffia. Pliable grass used for tying
plants. Natural, lb., 40¢e; 5 Ihbs.,
DSS a SS eres ae) Pe | ne 125
Rubber Bands. Size 10 or 12. Lb., 65c;
Ip UGE pl Reka ere ee ane ee 3.00
THERMOMETERS. Highest grade,
for all purposes.
Greenhouse (Spirit). 10 in. black
ASCP ee er AS Petey cs Be wean 1.25
Heavy Greenhouse (Spirit). 10 in.
PRON ASCs oe ah ee = at a ings wo 6 alle w.75
Copper Case (Mercury). 10 in. case,
TATE CO. HOMNTCS ae ee = o-oo sass ce 2.50
Hotbed (Mercury). 16 in. case, brass
BIC TH Gia hn eras poke wie vas ais Rcl al ate be ia 2.75
Self Registering (Mercury). 10 in.
brass case. Registers highest and
lowest temperatures: 2.2. 3.0563 2. 6.50
TRAP, Mole. Little Giant. Self-setting,
emieient, SATC ANG“ SHEE: = = pcs -s5s
TWINE, Binder. Finest grade. 6-lb.
baik$2.00; Bale (10 balls). 2... ....-
Bestyet. Parcel post twine. Spool..
Blue Braid. Tube of 1000 yards ...
Cotton, White. 4 ply for bunching
machine =26-1p. Pall secs «sk es
Cotton, White. 6 ply. 2-lb. cone ..
Cotton, Green. 2 balls, 25c; doz.
foei i De eee ee
Jute. Soft, 3 ply for tying plants.
Ae AEE ADA er an NS oes otal ete
Silkaline. Highest quality of strong
green thread for tying plants.
Spel c40e7 SiSvOels 2a 2 oe ee as oe
Par tem.) ties Wa ons an kw eo ee
Wheelbarrows, Garden. All wood,
strongly made. Special wooden
wheels 2% in. wide. Sides remov-
able.
No. 3. Body 26 in. long, 19 in. wide,
SAI ASC He ae eo eee aaa inane
No. 2. Body 28 in. long, 20 in. wide,
nit (ACER alot cy See ok ere eas 2
No. 1. Body 30 in. long, 24 in. wide,
eta ACC. clea a ese aaa sn ee
Bubber Tired Wheel for No.2.......
Steel Tray Garden Barrow. 3
capacity
Wheelbarrow, Greenhouse. Body 31
in. long, 18 in. wide in front, 15 in.
wide in back, 20 in. steel wheel ..
Wheelharrow Leaf Rack, Wire. Col-
lapsible attachment to be used on
wheelbarrow. Capacity 10 bushels
leaves. STass. ctels.< . Soe. oes
Watering Cans.
Wotherspoon’s.
heavy material. One
fine and one coarse
Spray. 14 ai '$4:25:- 6° at:
Gt, 95-00; 10: gt.; $5225- 12
4 qt., low pattern
Heavy,
Extra
Extra Roses
English Pattern, Heavy Oval. 2 cop-
per-faced roses, one round and one
ee ONE ES Bacnn cat oa « ct ese whe Syewie =
SER eP te SRE on. Sioce awa & piv s oid sccn eae
Watering Cans, Light. 4 qt., 75c:; 6
Gk, shes 8 dt. S£00-. 10 at, $1.25
ONE ee ee ee tre le en ae ule use
Sun Parlor Pattern. Two quart lac-
quered, with special bent spout;
very decorative as well as useful.
Seiad EIT RE canis ain Glam pu® ache
Copper, Antique. i-qt. capacity. Beau-
tifully made of copper and brass ..
Copper, Antique. 1 pt. capacity
73
$1.25
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714 BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
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PERFECTO FLOWER BOX
The Perfecto Flower Box embodies cor-
rect, scientific principles for raising luxur-
iant plants and flowers indoors or outside.
Patented system with water entrance at
both ends feeds water properly at roots of
plants and circulates air beneath soil; keeps
it from souring.
20 in. long, 6 in. deep, 7 in. wide $1.00
26 in. long, 6 in. deep, 7 in. wide 1.50
27 In. lone. 6 ink deep: < ink wide 22... 2.00
36 in. long. (6 in. deep, ( in} “wide 2s.. 2.50
44 in. long, 6 in. deep, 7 in. wide 3.00
Hanging Baskets. Heavy wide, painted
green.
Each Doz
Omi Chae aie eee ie See oe $0.40 $4.00
a ARO boo ee eee ee rua acke -50 5.00
4s TING In ese e so Seve ot abane cevemarcuaner ener .60 6.00
LG inch a. hate ee. See 5 (053 7.50
US; Simchas © fears es © as cares lob aeee aeene TA Pae 12.50
Seed Flats. Strongly made boxes for start-
ing seeds indoors.
Each Doz.
20 in. long, 15 in. wide, 4 in.
GMECD is, sci cis tie teane tree nt tehee tira ee OO $4.50
Seed Pans, Clay. Shallow clay pans for
starting seedlings. Well provided with
drainage holes.
Each Doz
sh aie) anthesis ee ree G ration a cic $0.50 $5.00
1 DAS acl ge ee es ENS ee ee co = .90 9.00
Saucers, Rubber. Vill not rot, break or per-
mit water to seep through to mar painted
surfaces.
Each Doz.
AUG A Al eee rege eee ee Ee eke ete $0.20 $2.00
6 LY. “See ee csc Reed i 2 25D 2.50
CIC IN: ae et y.c te ate caisson .oD 3.50
PLANT TUBS—CEDAR
Strong, well made and painted green. Re-
inforced with heavy round, galvanized hoops.
If handles are wanted add 25c to price.
Size Diam. Depth Each
INOS) B2nan cr ec see 7 in. (omshing $0.60
INO. “Bearers ebeten ticieeaoss 8 in. 8 in. .65
INO ive “4neghys Piste cea ee 9 in. 9 in. -70
INOS Se a 10 in. Sins .80
ING: Su Gicio es ee en 11 in: 10 in. 1.10
INOS (ieee cs Gerace i174 iia), iil shal 1.25
INOs 228 ae ee ede kee may Thay 12 in. WDE
INOS ON tae Rls ye cieters 14 in. 13 in: 1.80
NOC HOUA Se pene ree it) Thole 14 in. 2.00
NOM 113% mn cea oer dene 16 in. IGS ahi 2.25
INO} ole ees ITC weal Goin: 2.60
INOZ ESAs aot eee 18 in. U7 arn, 36115
ADCO MAKES MANURE. Adco when ap-
plied to a pile of vegetable matter makes
excellent manure. See page 63.
Flower Boxes, Pot
s and Plant Tubs
Growell Peat Pots.
_ Have an early garden
this year by using Growell Peat Pots.
These pots are
made from Pure
Peat Moss and
are used the same
as ordinary clay
pots. Their ad-
vantage lies in
the fact that they
are very retentive
of moisture and
do not dry out as
quickly as clay
pots; also, instead
of becoming pot
bound, the roots
can grow through
the Peat Pot and
plants can bie
planted pots and all. Doz. 100
2 Shwe IN Ch sis Ae aA so Oe a On ODEO
a TS inch as 2. aan ote 45 3.00
by Glas Seago ea oe ae eee iD 5.50
Gx titel ies Se cose Aes ee 1.002) 4500
FLOWER POTS—CLAY
Furnished in deep (Standard), half deep
(Azalea).
Sau- Sau-
Pots Pots Pots cers cers
Hach Doz. 100 Each Doz.
2% in. $0:03) > $025 $is60
3 in. .03 .00 2.10
4 in. .05 45 3.25 .03 30
5 in. .10 .90 6.00 .04 45
6 in. my eS 9.00 .06 65
ft in. S35 Myra) ALDI .08 .85
8 in. 3 3.00 21.00 ats 1.50
9 in. 45 4.75 . 32:00 17 METS
10 in. 60 6.00 40.00 25 2.50
Pot Hangers, Short. Adjustable holders to
Suspend clay pots. State size of pots.
Hach, 5¢; doz., 50c.
IMPROVED Fl ower ots
NEPONSET
Orc) Oo. Orr 630 IG
© (a: a elias) 8 [0.0 el sie) ene, eae
tei Cae Oo O Wor Oreo o
Square bands to be
O'pen at the bottom.
Neponset Earth Bands.
used in place of pots.
100 1000
D5 a7: Eile | 0 ee PER MERRIE. Hey Coe Ore $0.50 $4.00
SI DCD MM ce: a dep a nwns cp Pas moe eae .60 5.00
Steriloam is new fresh soil, sterilized to kill
all harmful bacteria and weed seeds. The
seed or seedlings you plant in Steriloam
will have every chance for success. 10
lbs., $1.25; 25 lbs., $2.00; 50 Ibs., $3.50; 100
lbs., $6.00.
502 LIBERTY AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. | 75
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Abronia SOO ee Ee 49) Cleomer ore 2425.05.38 39 Humus, Florida .... H2e: | Polemonium ....... ee
eg Sede Ce ee Zz pipes Bi oehnttsc o's Bs Hunnemannia ....... 344+ EOD eCOTIt cow nade 8
eS Spee noe ODACA un Ares oo Siesta . FA) f LODDY:. S.tin Seeds 42, 56
Aeonitum ..........% 48 | Cockscomb .......... 29 oe Ge a i a take oe Boctdlaes see Pe 8s! 42
=. > DSS Ga" | Coles ha. ao ss seas 30 | Impatiens ........... rr iL ee er eer 74
UE eee ehh Gone) 1 SR eh eee 9 | Ismen 60 | Primula ...... 43
OT a 26:48 |-Columbine: . -. 2.52.2. 49 ares ae ee a 64. 65 | Primrose ..... ae i 43, 56
Eu Oe 26)| ‘Couchower= =. ..>:.. 2. 56 a a eas ar : Pompkin. sc. 022 oe 16
; 2° | Ionopsidium ......... 35 Aer a i akg
PEPCrAaLin: © 25. 2 6is-c fe ZG COreopsish nc so «sos 50 Kal [ego cAiin this ear eee ee ee 56
— Swope = Peers sas aaece 29 Ree Sa SAMO gE a : Radish 17
SEER come ee nissc ays OF, IS WEEb ssc t ees 8 See a a eae esol 53 ee oa eh he
Allegheny Vine ...... 48 | Corn Salad .......... g | Kochia .............. 35 ee Rane eo oc Bae =
eee ees 261 ¢ Reg re ss 2 11 | Rat Poisons ......... 65
ees Ee ys oo 26. 48 es ASS Tea ae a Kudzu Vine a sisi ahal alae 53 Red Hot Poker Plant . 57
Amaranthus ......... 26 | Cucumbers .......... | LE RE en Sygate 61 ee Tk = iol a
Bo clones ee = oe om = Gyelumen 222. 30 eee ee SOL Praia hoe kee 43
elit 2 os; ; Cypress Vine ........ 30 rkspur ............ 234 ES ray Sree ea ee ey
Anemone "2... ..--... 48 : Pathysus 25 35s 2 53 Bea eae et ee =
Inmthemis: .... .24scn ce 48 eae Roots ........ & EavVenderts a. asses 53 ea = =
eierh; ahlia pseed« J. sons 31 CUS GbaADAGAL pte ee ee 21
mtirrhindimn.—.....<.% « Hanieoa 10 Wavateratioc (oe eee 35
— Inside Back Cover ators aie |S /C)e\ ao 2p wie 31 Lawn Grass Ree 1 Salpiglossis wiatera| sta arelaiy 43
Aquilegia 0.2.2.0... a leignniaee Pte eee Eo aca
SEEDS Pita al acc si ol wiciata ets no | Goa ee ee 3 2. 52 DEOSVTIC) ohaterstels ere atere 36 ee Ee —
Aretotis Sea sie 26 Didiscus ie ee ae ‘ 27 Lettuce SC aoe ile Sand Verbena ce Gece: ea: 48
Armerrere cour 48 | Digitalis ee cee sé, 03 | Saponaria 22020000 48, 58
fica G| Beate os ak | Bae os | RB
Asparagus Roots ..... 2 ee 5. cole cea Pr Love-in-a-Mist ....... 40 | Schizanthus ......... 43
Asparagus Fern ...... 2 yea, oy | MisAEIA Soo aie ne a 53 | Scythes ............. 69
Asters ee eeeeee 23, 24, 48 Dusty Miller EPL 2 Go 929 PUpMUS 2,42 4e ete 35, 54 Sensitive Plant ...... 37
RENE CLAS, 3 53427305 20,52 9s ca, ee = iver iaies aan Pe 54 Be devender peesrss 50
Baby Blue Eyes 7, Sa a aaa aa = VAALUL TEs an ears, 54 BIBY -cccsesss
,Blue Eyes ...... Ppa as, 4 9 ; : lite i: See © 69, 70
“aed 8 Breath .... 34, 52 | Wndive .............. g | Madeira Vine ........ BO eSilencia si dtogic. oe. 57
loon Flower 4 56 Mein ae, 52 Maleolmray sce e 46 Snapdragon .
Balloon Vine ........ 27 | Erysimum ........... 32 | Mangel Beet ......... 3 Inside Back Cover
Balsam er, es SoS Se 27 = Warigolds 64-5... ke 36
ache Eschscholtzia ........ 33 Spider Pinnin eras ccs 29
achelor Button ..... 29 | Hupatorium 59 | Marshmallow ........ 53 | Spinach 18
Eactonia pete ae a ee zs Puphorbis . 2 es. 39 eer operat oes esa 54 | Sprayers ............ 66
pei Se ns Everlastings ......... 32 Mae a dia on eicese es a GUASH Lace wc os ed 19
Begonia tk Fors ve 24 tape Seeds PM nS CH ; - 58 Mesembryanthemum. : 27 Sarre in oret wie ee, mia ji S
Begonia, Tuberous ... 60 225 ae a i 62, 63 | Michaelmas Daisy .... 48 | Stevia... ~ a
LE et eRe 49 | weveriew .---------.. 54 | Mignonette .......... 310 WSIS Ey aie Sle ge 44
i Lace Flower .... 27 eae oe tees a MIHORA§ goers 25 05 Sat ve 37 Stocks, Evening Scent
ie 48 ower boxes ........ A AMEN oir oe 3 37 i
Brachycome Ce eg 27 ae oer 64, oe abe Seek eo 33 Rie Re eee a
TBCCD I e's wet on -me-not ....... o Gicat aS, oon Re 76 (aes oe a ee i
= 2 ee 97 | Forget-me-not, Chinese 30 | y aEstood inde Seep eo Sa 57
Brussels Sprouts 2 Four O’clock ea 33 ee elo 5 tater aes aS Strawfiowers ihe se 32
MI Sp 2 Bs iu Po phe os Ea tna 51 | Morning Glory ....... 87 | Sun Rose vo ooocs. oa
“rE See 97 | Gaillardia ........ SI eal SIN | 1s hs 1ete Sieg Bey i on ge sy CS ; " 34
Caladium ......21.22: 60 | Geranium ........... 33 | Mushroom ........... 13 | Sweet Peas .....-.... 45
Caleeolaria .......... ep CENCE eves ia ios caiclis Sarl Muskplant: 15.2 2s as- ee 37 | Sweet Rocket ........ 52
Calendula Serger cers 27 Gena Sone e Ss ee eper ae 52 aeieemelen ween eeeees S Sweet William ... 57
ifornia Poppy .... 33 Lo eee 34 USTATA .... cers seees i id Leas )
Calla, Yellow ..... Soo GD | Gabilower 22 - 5c.'%.2 44 | Myosotis ............ 54 al neh e e a eas i
SL 2g | Gladiolus ............ 59 | Nasturtium .......... 40 | Taget 97. 46
Campanula ...... 28, 50 | Gloxinia Seed ........ Lah 40 | 7; - eat” le aa ge
Canary Bird Vine .... 2g | Gloxinia Bulbs ....... 60 | Nemophil oe =
Candytuft ........ 28,50 | Godetia ............, Milne) a 5q | Dhalictrum .......... 51
eamna Seed. ....... 2. 2g | Gomphrena .......... 31 | Nicotiana ........... 40 Sores eee Recuted as
pone eee ae = Hones Se Sin er ee or ct | a ee Cae 40 | Tomato ae 20
ery alg piled Fos-26k 0 es Tomato.............. ee
Eeedinal Climber .... 28 | Grains, Mise. ......-. Baga ae a] Se is a aa ete
ardinal Flower ..... 53 rasses, Ornamental... nion wfale wie eiwimis einieioiura 13 rea Pet a eae aid adies =
eta ek sf am (ee ey Gs ae ae Breet SNA (oars osama = wee 60 | Tritoma ............. =:
SARMABION =<. ..Jc.....4 49 | Grasses, Lawn .... 1, 58 i aaah peooaaat I
ae Ou ‘Been 7 peice ee P proces 58 resi OE ea Sena 55 etaieg 2a S Te eS 73
astor Oii Bean... a punapiiien aol. EE GE ee res NE we esses sees tees 3
adel See eee : spats Perennials . 48-57 Panne a ens. ue i4 ara a ey as =
LESS aE ow elenium ........... 52] Passiflora ........... 40 | Valerlama ........... 57
* habe Bayer cathe Se 9 | Helianthus ....... 34, 52 | Passion Flower ...... 49 | Venidium ........... 46
eee 29 | Helianthemum ....... Trae RB age Ce eee 15 | Verbena ......... 46, 57
= Urea ........ 29, 50 | Helichrysum ........, 32) Pentstemon-°. 2... osc 54 | Veronica .....-...... =
>See tn eee 60 | Heliotrope ..........: es = So ene, Ree ea oe 16 | Vinca .......--...0s 46
oe ae ee BUM BOGE Clo cecds co 2c.'. 21 | Perennials ........ 48-57 | Viola .......-+..++-- a
Spite = esperis ............. 52 | Periwinkl irginla Stock ...... 40
lcory 9\/H it) oe eae let ea 46 | V Stock 46
pee Cabbage ..... G |iHenehers: 2.3... 2.20%. Goa Petumad 02. bc one ws, = 3 41 | Wallflower .......... 57
fa Se gran Ur METIIRCORS..2 2 oo... y's « « Gan NEDO oc a aices ccies 42, 54 | Watering ‘Cans ...... 73
ah a BecrmyElant p44 | POCS Eo Geico ck. oe Gi SP Pysalis 25 26os as «bon 54 | Watermelon ......... 13
a en emum .. 30, 50 Hollyhock See outers sletic 53 | Physostegia ......... 56 | Wheelbarrow ........ 73
a = SP cvarain -... 30 | Honesty ete ce teeesees SAP] al Be se ag oa 32, 52 | Wild Garden Mixture. 30
on Vine .3 8555 60 | Horseradish ......... eb ant): Pubs ox ues sae oo 74 | Wild Cucumber ...... 46
LJ ee BU EGOS Houec.c.wa.~y 64 | Platyoodon: .s...s.cs. Ben) eee cs wt 38, 39
76
BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
Florida Humus
Florida Humus is obtained from a natural deposit of decayed, aquatic vege-
tation, which has accumulated for ages. It differs from Peat Moss and or-
dinary humus in that it consists almost entirely of organic matter and is
practically free from sand, soil or coarse fibre.
Florida Humus is taken from under the water by a suction dredge and is
entirely free from weed and grass seeds, gravel, clay or foreign matter; clean
and a it is packed in wire bound boxes and does not have to be broken
up and scr€ened before using.
Florida Humus contains approximately 3% organic nitrogen (the best source
of nitrogen for plants). Florida izumus absorbs 5.81 times its own weight in
water, Florida Humus, when mixed with Bone Meal and composted for one
week showed three times as many soil bacteria as the best dairy manure, prov-
ing that it is an ideal medium for the growth of soil bacteria, so necessary to
the growth of all vegetation. Prices, delivered in Pittsburgh, 100 lbs., $3.25;
200 Ibs., $5.50; ton, $45.00. Write for car lot prices.
Terms and Instructions for Ordering
Use Our Order Sheet. It will expedite filling and shipping your order if you
use the enclosed order sheet. Please give full names of the varieties you want or,
in the case of flower seeds, the correct catalog number.
Your Name and Full Address should be written plainly on every sheet. Also
complete shipping instructions, and the name of your express or freight station,
if it is required.
How to Send Money. Remittances can safely be made by post office or express
money order, bank draft or check. Small amounts may be sent in stamps. If you
must send cash or bank notes, register your letter.
Delivery by Parcel Post. We will deliver free by parcel post to any post office
in the United States, all vegetable and flower seeds by the packet, ounce or pound,
except Beans, Corn and Peas. For Beans, Corn and Peas, Bulbs and Miscellaneous
Supplies, wanted by mail, add postage at your zone rate.
Express and Freight. Bulkier articles may be shipped by express or freight—
please state which. If no instructions are given, we will use our best judgment.
Express is quicker, but on heavy shipments freight is cheaper. Transportation
charges are paid by customer. Perishable articles cannot be sent C. O. D.
We Ship Promptly. Allow a reasonable time; and then if your order is not
received, notify us to trace it. Remember to allow plenty of time for freight
shipments.
W The Beckert Seed and Bulb Company gives
Non- arranty no warranty, express or implied, as to descrip-
tion, quality, productiveness, or any other matter of any seeds, bulbs, or plants
it sells, and will not be in any way responsible for the crop. If purchaser does
not accept goods on these terms, they are to be returned at once.
BECKERT SEED AND BULB COMPANY
502 Liberty Avenue
PITTSBURGH, PENNA.
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Beckert Seed and Bulb Company
502 Liberty Ave., PITTSBURGH, PENNA.
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NON-WARRANTY—The Beckert Seed and Bulb Company gives no warranty, express or implied, as to description, quality, productiveness
or any other matter of any seeds, bulbs, or plants it sells and will not be responsible for the crop. If purchaser does not accept goods on
these terms, they are to be returned at once.
QUANTITY ARTICLE aie PRICE
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Antirrhinum or Snapdragon
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Purple King. Apple Blossom.
A Beckert Seed and Bulb Company Specialty
Defiance.
Copper King.
General favorites, bearing long spikes of various colored flowers all summer. The dwarf kinds are
splendid for low beds, borders, or for window boxes.
a general border and are unexcelled as cut fiowers.
Seed started indoors in February or March will bloom
The tall kinds may be grouped very effectively in
in early July, or if started later outdoors
will bloom in August. If protected during the winter, will bloom again the following year.
Giant Colossal Flowering
A splendid new sort producing the largest flow-
ers of all Snapdragons on long, strong stems.
Plants are 3 feet tall and very sturdy.
681 Apple Blossom. Rose and yellow.
682 Canary Bird. Canary-yellow.
683 Cattleya. Beautiful rose-lilac.
684 Copper King. Velvety copper-scarlet.
685 Defiance, Bright glowing scarlet.
686 Lilac Bunch. Lilac-purple.
687 Old Gold. Deep golden yellow.
688 Purple King. Deep glowing purple.
691 Ruby. Velvety ruby-red.
692 Snowflake. Pure white.
693 The Roge. Deep rose-pink.
694 Wallflower. Wallifiower-red.
Any of the above: PkEt., 20c; 14% oz., 75c.
699 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the above
12 sorts, $2.00.
700 Superb Mixed. Pkt., 15c; % oz., 75c.
705 Tom Thumb Mixed
A very dwarf variety 6 to 8 inches tall. Useful
for borders and rock gardens. A wide range of
color is included. Pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
New Forcing Varieties
The following are the best of the newer forcing
varieties for greenhouse use:
731 Ceylon Court. Canary-yellow.
732 Geneva Pink. Rose-pink.
733 Jennie Schneider. Light pink.
736 Roman Gold. Pink. copper, and yellow.
Each, pkt., $1.00; 4 pkts., $3.50.
Half-Dwarf Colossal Flowering
Flowers are almost as large as the colossal
strain and the colors are bright and true. Bushy
growth, seldom over 15 inches high, and covered
with bloom from early summer until late fall.
Stems are long enough to make suitable cut flow-
ers.
721 Amber Queen. Amber.
722 Defiance. Bright orange-scarlet.
723 Empress. Rich velvety crimson.
724 Golden Queen. Clear golden yellow.
725 Nelrose. Deep rose-pink.
726 Peerless Pink. Dainty cameo-pink.
727 Fhiladelphia Pink. The finest pure pink.
728 Purity. Pure snow white.
Any of the above, pkt., 15c; %4 oz., 75c.
729 COLLECTION: One pkt. of each of the above
8 sorts, $1.00.
730 Superb Mixed. Pkt., 10c;: % oz., 60c.
New Rust-Proof Antirrhinum
Antirrhinums are very seldom attacked by in-
sect pests, but in many sections of the country are
quite subject to rust. The University of California,
working with the various growers in the West,
have finally developed a strain that is 75% rust-
proof. Individual blooms and spikes are as large
as the colossal strain and while all colors are not
yet available separately, the mixture shows a very
wide assortment of colors. Antirrhinum rust is not
so prevalent in this district outdoors but it has
been very troublesome in the greenhouse.
These varieties are fine for forcing:
734 Rust-proof Yellow.
735 Rust-proof White.
737 Rust-proof Pink.
738 Rust-proof Crimson.
Each, pkKt., 25c; 4 pkts., 90c.
740 Rust-proof Mixed. Pkt., 25c.
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One packet of each of the 11
perennials shown on this page,
value $1.70—
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