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While we do-not offer to PREPAY TRANSPORTATION charges 
on Peas, Beans and Corn anywhere, VET, WE WILL DO SO in the fol- 


lowing States: 


CONNECTICUT, MAINE, NEW JERSEY, RHODE ISLAND, 
DELAWARE, MARYLAND, NEW YORK, VERMONT, 
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, MASSACHUSETTS, NORTH CAROLINA, VIRGINIA, 
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provided other vegetable or flower seeds to equal or greater value are ordered at same 
time, and provided also that the order amounts to $2.00 and upwards and accompanied 


by cash. 
: PETER HENDERSON & CO., 
35 & 37 Cortlandt Street, 


NEW YORK. 


ALFRED HENDERSON, Presiden? 


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i PAGE PAGE PAGE PAGE 
Ve etable Seeds. Beco tied and Crotalaria.................. 98 | Primroses........00.cee 111 | Castor Oi] Plants.....169 | Lobelias........... 154, 169 
g undry 2 Cuphea..... 86 Primula.... ..87,111 | Cauliflower Plants.,..175 MY CHS yecamesscnsetes ee? 169 
PAGE Pages 73 to 77. Cyclamen .... Purple Bells.............. 109 | Celastrus Scandens...170 Lysimachia. ee 
i ichoke. Cypress Vine...... ........§ Purple Fountain Grass, Centaured...............0. 154 Magnolia... AT 
H Means o0 Cultural Directions. Dahilia..... 98 EU Chives aces scone seseetecer 175 Mahernia..... 169 
I cs R Datura Pyrethrum .............+. 111 | Chrysanthemums, Manettia.......... . 169 
Vegetables from Seed, ¥ 5 iB Mapl J: 171 
| Beans, Dwarf, Pages 12 to 15, Delphiniu Whodanthe . 112 147 to 152 aples (Japan) 17 
18, 30, 31, 32, 33 Flowers from Seed, 79. Dianthus... Rhodochiton .. 109 | Cineraria..... 16 Maranta........... 169 
i ee Migivalliseewcctuccc-0rron Ricinus........ 111 | Clematis..... Marguerite ... 153 
’ Dolichos... Rocket ‘112 | Clerodendron Matrimony Vine..... .170 
Premiums............. 6 | Wehinocystis Rose .. 111 | Cobea......... Maurandia................ 169 
— Eschscholtzia. Rudbeckia.......... 0.2... 87 Poceolo ha: berate ene ear 
Euphorbia . -100 | Salpiglossis 112 Jockscombs YA Bso9090 GoBSd0s03000R08000 5 
Bulbs, Summer- | yeetns Too! seine emma cee 112 | Cocos........... Monarda.... 169 
Flowering. Forget-me-not . .105 | Scabiosa .. ..112 | Coleus.......... Moon Flower... 165 
i Fuchsia............ ‘100 | Schizanthus. 112 | Convolvulus Morning Glory.........169 
Brussels Sprouts........ Pages 118 to 121. Gaillardia . Silene........ “112 | Corchorus.... Mountain Fleece.......169 
| Seabee, —> Gazania.... Smilax at coreonels.. ee Plant ies AGS 
i ie Bes Be 4 Geranium Stevia elalt Ornus...... asturtium.. : 
Bee Miscellaneous. | Geum. Stocks ‘113 | Coronilla.. GEnothera....... 169 
Tools, Fertilizers, Insec- | Gilia ........ Sunflowe 113 | Cosmos Olea Fragrans.. 169 
ticides, ete., pages 176 | Gladiolus Swainsonia............... 113 | Cowslip.. Orange.. 165 
to 188. Globe Amaranth...... Sweet Alyssum............ 89 | Crotons. Ponies .. 165 
BOOKS.......2.-00000+- 8,9, 10 | Gloxinia............. 86, 100 | Sweet Pea, Cuphea... Palms....... 166 
3 , 85,114,115 | Currants... Berpes Grass.. age 
Sweet Sultan............ 116 Cyclamen: andanus...... D9 
"43 Flower Seeds. Gourds,Ornamental,101 | Sweet William . 500 Cyperus... Panicum... 169 
d PAGE | Grevillea ..........::000+ 101 | Whunbergia ............ Dahilias. Pansies.. 165 
: ADrOnia.........-.eeee eee 89 | Gypsophila. ..101 | Torenia 2 Daisy..... Parsley.. PAS 
i Abutilon.. .-89 | MHfelenium................... 87 | Tritoma .. “Paris Passiflora...... 169 
Collections 71 | Acacia..... 89 | Helichrysum.. -101 | Tropzeolum Day Lily... Pelargoniums 165 
) Corn, Field.. 77 | Achillea.. 89 | Heliotrope . 101 | Walerian.. Delphinium.. Pepper Plant 
f “ Pop... + 43 Acroclinium 89 | Heuchera. 101 | Verbena. Deutzia.. Petunias.. 
«Sugar. Adlumia.. : Hibiscus..... Vinea..... Dewhberry..........c0.0000 Phalaris... 
20, 21,44,45 | Adonis..... Hollyhock Wiolet,.....:-.---- Dielytra (Dicentra)..169 Philadelph 
«< Sweet Fodder....77 Ageratum TB TTI Eh pagesucsconcHndcoees Virginian Stoce Wigitalisteswer-css.-c-<ce 169 Philoxes 
«© Salad or Fetticus, Alyssum ..... umulus or Hop Viscaria............ Dogwood.. .171 | Physalis.. 
45 Amaranthus. yacinthus...... WW allflower... Doronicum .. ..169 Pilogyne 
| CLOSS.........cceeee--seeeeeeees Ampelopsis... ..89 | Mee Plant.... Winter Cherry.. Dracenas.... 166 | Pilea... 
| Cucumber.. Anemone.... ..89 | Impatiens... Wistaria ....... Echeverias . 169 Pinks....... 
Dandelion. Angelonia... ..86 | Incarvillea . Zea... Egg Plants.. 175 | Platycodon 
Egg Plant. Antirrhinum. 92 | Inula.......... ZiNDIAS ........0..000+ Eryngium. 169 Plumbago..... 
“ Aquilegia... --92 | Ipomea... Erythrina. ..169 Polemonium.. 
Endive Aralia......... --92 | Ipomopsis.. ae Eulalias. .. .164 
Garlic Aristolochia. --92 | Kenilworth Ivy Plants. Euonymus Radicans.169 
WMierbs............- Arnebia... 92 | Wantana. ..... Euphorbia................ 169 
Kale or Borecole. Asparagus.. 92 | Larkspur.... Abutilonieeeeereseeeeneee 158 | Exochorda.. poltl(al 
Kohl Rabi Asperula........ceeeeeees 2 | Lathyrus.... Acalypha... 154 | Farfugium.. 169 
LEE eo ascce papenensooconooepeed Asters,79, 86, 88, 90, 91 | Lavatera.... Achillea... 169 | Ferns........ .160 | M®aspberries 
Lettuce..... Auricula (Primula Lavender.... Ageratum...... .153 | Feverfew 5 Rhododendrons 
Plants... Auricula)...111 | Leptosyne.. Akebia Quinata, 170 | Ficus........ Rhodotypus 
Mangel Wurzel. 00 Balloon Vine............. 93 | Linum..... Allamanda....... -169 | Forget-me-no Rhubarb..... 
) Martynia.................--. 3 | Balsam......... 86, 92 Lobelia. ee wn Alternanthera.. 154 | Forsythia... ibes..... 
} Melon, Musk...26, 50, 51 BG} pe60d600700094050000 93 Altheas.......... 171 | Fuchsias...................160 | Roses............ 
OG é 86, 93 Alyssum..... 153 | Funkia..... 
93 Amaranthus.. 169 | Gaillardia................169 | Rudbeckia..... 
94 Amaryllis. 154 | Gazania 
93 Ampelopsis. 170 | Genista..... 
93 Anemone... .169 | Geraniums. Santolina... 
93 Anthemis.... .153 | Glechoma.. Saxifraga 
..93 | Matricaria . Antirrhinum 169 | Gloxinias.. . Scabiosa...... 
.93 | Maurandia Apios Tubero: 170 | Golden Feather 4 Seaforthia.. 
Calampelis.... .93 | Mesembryanthemum, Aquilegia....... .169 | Gooseberries..... 175 | Sea Kale.. 
Calandrinia.. 93 Araucaria... .154 | Grapevines. 174 | Sedums.... 
Calceolaria... --93 | Mignonette............... 104 | Arbor-vite. -171 | Grevillea..... .166 | Selaginella.. 
Calendula.. -93 | Mimosa... .. LO | Areca,......... .166 | Gynerium......... 164 | Smilax..... 
Calliopsis... --94 | Mimulus . ..105 | Aristolochia.. 170 | Mfardy Shrubs.........171 Snowball 
Campaunula........... 86, 94 | Mina....... 105 | Armeria....... .169 | Hardy Plants........ 169 Solanum.................5 
Canary Bird Vine....... 93 | Momordica........ . 105 | Artichoke 175 | Hardy Climbing Plants, Spirea 
Candytuft.. ond Moon Flower (Ipome@a), Arundo.. 164 170 | Stevia 
Cannas 102 | Asclepias.... 169 | Hardy Grasses......... 164 | Stocks........ 
Canterbury Bel Morenia.............c0eecee 87 | Asparagus.. 154 | Helianthus....... . 169 Strawberries... 
Carnation....... Morning Glor ...81 | Aspidistra.. -169 | Heliopsis.... 169 Strobilanthes 
Cary opteris Musa.......... .-L05 | Asters............ ..169 | Heliotrope.. 164 Swainsonia. F 
Castor Oil ( Ricinus). i Myosotis .... 87,105 | Astilbe Japonica Hemerocallis. 169 Sweetbrier ..... lt 
Celosia 60 Wasturtium ..., ....... 106 | Azalea (Hardy).. Heuchera....... 169 Sweet Potato... A175 
Centaurea.. 88 Nemophila ... .105 | Azalea Indica..... Hibiscus... 164 | Sweet William. .169 
Centrosema..... ..96 | Nicotiana... -105 | Bedding Plants Hollyhocks.... 164 | Syringa (Lilac) 
Chrysanthemum.. 186, 96 | Nigella ....... . 105 | Begonias.......... Honeysuckle.. 170 | Warragon....... 
Cineraria ..86,96 | CEnothera. 87,105 | Berberry..... Hop Roots. 175 Thunbergia 
Clarkia. ...96 | Oxalis... 105 | Bignonia Horse Radish...........175°| Thyme........... 
Clematis. 96 Peonia -108 | Blackberries Hydrangeas 
Cleome.. Gs 9GR | Pallaivaynsasececsscccesees 08 | Bleeding He Ace Plant................154 | Torenia............ 
Cobeea.............- ..97 | Pansy.....80, 87, 88,107 | Bougainvillea... Impatiens .. Tradescantia. 
Coccinea Indica.. ..97 | Passion Flower Browallia........ E Tris $?.5022.4 Tritoma......2. 
Cockscomb...... . 95 | Pelargonium... Cabbage Plants...... ALE). || AINA fecoconocnen Tropeolum pt 
Coleus........ ..97 | Pentstemon.. Caladium (Fancy)....156 Jasminum Wegetable Plants.....175 
}  “ Ruta Baga, 70,73 | Collinsia..................... 97 | Pennisetum.. Calceolaria............... 169 | Kentia.. Verbenas boo 
Vegetable Plants and Columbine (A qurlegia) 3° Perilla Calendula... ) Kerria Vero 1ica..... Z 
IROOURS-c-sereeeere 72,175 | Commelina................. Petunia Calla Lily... Wantan Viburnum ................ 171 
Convolvulus. “ae Phlox.... CalycanthusFlor idusi7 7 1 Latania......... Winea):..:... 169 
Coreopsis... ...88 | Physalis 117 | Cameliias.................. 155 | Lemon Verbena Violets. 168 
Cosmos 82,97 | Pinks........ 82, 83, 95,99 | Campanula. 90900000 Lettuce Plants. WV ater Lilies. 122 
COUN i F360908 Elseycodo nt 109 bocce Lilac (Syringe) Aeacco0 171 Weigelia..... salir/al 
Seed owslip (Primula veris), olyanthus 7, 1 Lily of the Valley...... 165 Wistarias 170 
Lawn Grass 111 | Poppy...87, 88,100,110 Linum Trigynum.....169 Wucea..... 169 
Pages 189, 190. Crepisiesssetcescsssemttres Sg |r Ortulacar.cr....---» 109 | Caryopteris Livistonia................ 166 ZAnNiaAs.............000000 169 


-"PETER HENDERSON & CO., NEW YORK::: = aa— 


LARGER AND MORE INTERESTING THAN EVER. 


HAT it is larger we know; that it is more interesting than usual we believe, from the great 


variety of new features that have been injected into it. As to this, however, our patrons will 

be the best judges. We do not purpose on this page to more than touch upon two or three of the 

more important features that characterize this edition; and before doing so we deem it only proper 
to thank most heartily our customers for their very liberal patronage of last season. It being our 
Golden Jubilee Anniversary we were naturally anxious that it should be the “blue ribbon” year of our 
fifty years’ business existence—and it was, in face of the general depressed condition of business 
prevailing in the spring of 1897. 

On the next page we give the principal reasons why, from this time forward, we will no 
longer supply our seeds to dealers to sell again; at the same time we would like it to be clearly 
understood that the orders of all consumers (or planters) sent us direct will be gladly welcomed, 
whether their orders be large or small. Among other reasons no longer having to protect a wholesale 
trade, we are enabled to sell and deliver free (with few exceptions) The Best Seeds in the World, 
at lower prices than ever, anywhere in the United States. We also call attention to our offer of over 
$1,000 in cash for names for novelties sent out this year under numbers; the plan will be found fully 
detailed on page 16. These are but two of the many novel features with which our Manual for ’98 
may be said to bristle; and we solicit not only your own orders, but your kind influence among 


your friends as well. 


<s_PETER HENDERSON & CO., 
ALFRED HENDERSON, President. 


CHARLES HENDERSON, Vice-Pres. and Treas. ~ 35 and 37 Cortlandt St., New York. 


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(AND IN MOST CASES DELIVER FREE) TO ALL PLANTERS OR CONSUMERS 


The Best Seeds in the World 


AT LOWER AVERAGE PRICES THAN WE HAVE EVER SOLD AT. 


enough, customers who formerly bought direct from us 
found it often more convenient to buy our seeds in 


WE HERE TELL 


seed trade were notified the latter part of November, 
1897, that we had withdrawn from the wholesale 
In order that our patrons 
may understand our change of policy, we wish to state 
that from the very beginning our seed department has 
been mainly what is known as a catalogue or retail and 
market gardener’s trade, i. e., that the great bulk of 
our seed business was confined to market gardeners, 
truckers and those who planted for their own amusement 
or pleasure, so that the great majority of our orders 
have been always sent to us by amateurs and others, 
as we have just stated, direct. 
As years went by, our catalogue expanded, and by 
liberal advertising and by supplying only the best quality 
of seeds, bulbs, plants, etc., we developed what is 
perhaps the largest retail seed business in America to-day. 
During the past twenty-five years we have spent at least 
double in advertising of that of any other seed house in 
the land, and one of the first results of our enterprise in 
this direction has been that dealers embarking for the 
first time in the sale of seeds, almost invariably bought 
After that they were 
“‘drummed up,’’ their trade solicited by other seed 
houses, many of whom, we do not hesitate to say, cannot 


a is only proper to state that our wholesale jobbing 


/ and do not take the same pains in keeping up the high 


grade of their seeds that we claim, and one of the 
results has been that in a great many instances (not 
all by any means) we have had to bear the burden of 
the cheaper seedmen’s poor quality, and we have felt, 
as the years have gone by, that it has in a measure 
hurt our reputation. 

When a dealer bought seeds of us for the first time, 
we fully equipped him with our catalogues, posters, 
seed stands and other paraphernalia, so that, naturally 


OUR SEEDS CAN NO LONGER BE PURCHASED FROM DEALERS, 
AND ALSO STATE A FEW REASONS WHY WE CAN NOW SELL 


their own town. As before stated, we found that some 
dealers, as time went on, laid in only enough of our 
seeds to obtain possession of our catalogues, cards and 
other advertising matter, sufficient to give color to their 
claim of handling ‘‘ HENDERSON’S SEEDS,’’ and then 
bought the balance of their stock wherever they could 
get it cheapest. This was a two-edged sword, as we 
not only lost the sale of stock that we were clearly 
entitled to, but, what was of far more importance, we 
suffered from a distribution of inferior and spurious stock 
under the banner of our hard-earned reputation. 

Remember, we do not say that ALL dealers did this; 
on the contrary, it has been a matter of great regret 
that we have been forced to take this step, on account 
of the loyalty of dealers who have handled our seeds, 
and ours only, for ten, twenty and some even twenty- 
five years. We think, however, our patrons will see 
that this new departure will be to our mutual benefit, 
for now, having no longer a wholesale trade to protect, 
we can sell, as we have before said, THE BEST SEEDS 
IN THE WORLD at lower prices than ever, so that 
whether you garden for pleasure or health, or whether 
you grow for market, examine and compare the prices 
in this Manual and see whether our assertions are not 
borne out by the facts. 

Now that we have cut adrift from our wholesale trade, 
our patrons can show their good will by not only send- 
ing in their own liberal orders, but by inducing their 
friends to follow their example. 

Please remember that even at these low prices nearly 
everything in seeds is delivered FREE in the United States, 
and you will have the additional assurance always that 
you are getting every time what you want and expect— 


PETER HENDERSON & CO.’S TESTED SEEDS, —-s=\ 


In regard to the Testing and Warranting of Seeds. 


HOW WE TEST SEEDS.—We think we possess some peculiar 


| advantages as Seedsmen that we wish to tell to those to whom we 


are not personally known. For over fifty years we have been 


| personally engaged in growing fruits, flowers and vegetables—in 
| short, are “‘ Practical Gardeners’’ in the most comprehensive sense 


of the term. Our florists’ or greenhouse establishment, which we 
personally superintend, covers nearly five acres, solid in glass, and 


| employs an average of one hundred hands throughout the year. 
| These greenhouses, being at all temperatures, give us a certain 


means of TESTING the germinating qualities of ALL OUR SEEDS, and 
no seeds of any importance are ever sold without being subject to the 
most thorough test. We have also for many years had pieces of 
ground set apart as EXPERIMENTAL GARDENS, wherein samples of all 
the leading vegetables and novelties in flowers and vegetables are 
tested. The value of this plan can hardly be estimated. Not only 
does it enable us to judge what is meritorious in new varieties, but, 
what is far better by this comparative test, to DISCARD all varieties 
that in our judgment are unworthy of cultivation, by actual experi- 
ment under our direct personal superintendence. We cordially invite 
any one interested in such experiments to call and examine during 
the summer and fall months. 


ABOUT WARRANTING SEEDS.—The question is repeatedly 
asked us, if we guarantee or warrant seeds. We beg to state most 
emphatically that we do not, and our employees have strict orders 
never to do so in any case. Though well believing that the seeds we 
offer are unsurpassed In quality, yet our practical experience of many 
years as market gardeners and florists has well assured us of the fact 
that crops may fail, no matter how fresh or pure the seed sown to 
produce them may be. Failure of germination of seeds may be pro- 
duced from causes that the utmost care from the most experienced 
cultivators cannot control, and the maturing of crops also repeatedly 
fails, so as to be a total loss, from causes that no human power can 
avert. Hence, to guarantee seeds to invariably produce a perfect 
crop would be little short of quackery. It is for these reasons that, 
in common with every other responsible seed firm, we have for many 
years printed the following on each and every package of seeds 
leaving our establishment : 

SPECIAL NOTICE.—While we exercise the greatest care to have 
all Seeds, Plants and Bulbs pure and reliable, we do not give any war- 
ranty, express or tnplied. If the purchaser does not accept the goods 
on these conditions they must be returned at once, and the money that 
has been paid for same will be refunded.—P,. H. & Co th 


YOU CAN ADD 


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HENDERSON’S ‘ SUPERIOR” SEEDS. 


TO YOUR ... 
CROP RETURNS 


We give below the relative value of the crops produced by ‘‘ Superior’’ and by 
‘‘Cheap’’ Seeds. 


T is not enough to know that seeds grow, for weed seeds will grow! The vital point is, What will they 
produce? This is a matter that is too seldom taken into consideration by the average buyer, many of whom are more interested 
in hunting for the lowest in price, while progressive farmers and gardeners appreciate that ‘‘ blood will tell” in seeds as well as in 
animals, and knowing that their profits for a whole year depend upon the seeds they plant, they avoid ‘‘cheap” seeds as being poor 


economy. There are few who understand why superior seeds produce superior crops, and that there may be a little better under- 
standing of the difference between ‘‘superior’’ seeds and ‘‘cheap”’ seeds, we outline below some of the methods pursued in the 
production of both, which also explains why SUPERIOR seeds produce superior and more profitable crops. 

Plants produce seeds only through the agency of flowers containing sexual organs. These organs are sometimes contained in the 
same flower, sometimes in different flowers on the same plant, sometimes on different plants. A union of these two organs, called 
fertilization, is effected by either wind, insects, artificially or otherwise, and without which the flowers will prove sterile and will not 
bear seeds. This matter of fertilization underlies the whole science of seed production. 

Varieties with self-fertilizing flowers ‘‘inbreed”’ and their products deteriorate. Species that fertilize through the agency of wind 
or insects ‘‘mix,” and their productions are generally mongrels. Most plants produced from seeds are not, as some suppose, of fixed 
type from generation to generation, but are infinitely variable. This variability of plants has its drawbacks and advantages; without 
this tendency man could never have evolved from the original wild forms our vegetables, flowers, cereals, fruits, ete., of the present 
age. The disadvantage is that the ‘“‘ variable tendency”’ cannot be eliminated when ideals of perfection have been attained ; in fact, the 
higher vegetable life is developed the greater is its waywardness, tending generally towards degeneracy, provided there is any let-up in 
the factors which have brought our economic vegetable life up to its present standard. 

These conditions, therefore, demand that the progressive seedsman have a complete knowledge of the forces—hybridization, 
crossbreeding, inbreeding, selection, soil, cultivation, climate, etec.—and their effects on different plants ; aided by these forces he must 
exercise the nicest skill in so directing the energies of his plants that their seeds will produce what planters want, viz., superior yields 


of superior products and of the best types. 


Upon the knowledge, efficiency and thoroughness with which the above factors are applied depends the superiority and cost of the 
seeds produced. In growing CHEAP SEEDS some or all must be omitted or slighted, but in HENDERSON'S “SUPERIOR” SEEDS 
are embodied all of the constituents for the production of superior crops that theory could suggest, experience furnish and science apply. 


REASONS WHY More Profitable Crops May be Grown from Henderson’s 
“Superior” Seeds than from “Cheap” Seeds. 


We crossbreed to improve and strengthen and to prevent deterio- 
ration by growing in proximity or in alternate rows stocks (seeds) of the same 
variety which we have produced under different conditions in different localities. 
This results in an annual blending of fresh blood, and produces crossbred seed, 
the crops from which will be larger, more vigorous, productive and earlier. 
Cabbages from our seed, grown side by side with the same variety raised from 
inbred seed, yield nearly fifty per cent more in weight, and in many things the 
gains in yield from our crossbred seed are phenomenal. 

Cheap seeds are produced by a less troublesome method; usually the same 
stock is annually grown in one place by some man who has“ got used’”’ to grow- 
ing it for the seed dealer; the result is a loss of vigor and productiveness 
every year, because this is inbreeding, which weakens vegetable as well as 
animal life. 

We prevent ‘“‘mixing’’ of varieties and loss of type by growing miles 
apart those that spontaneously cross with each other through pollen carried by 
wind or insects. Cabbage, Kale, Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts are liable 
to cross with each other, also Pumpkins, Squashes, Melons, Cucumbers and 
Gourds are liable to mix with varieties of the same species. We have known of 
fine-looking Winter Squash being so bitter that even cattle would not eet them, 
caused simply by a few ornamental Gourds being grown too near. Corns, 
whether field or sweet varieties, are liable to mix a mile apart; varieties of 
Tomatoes if grown in proximity may cross. Many other nearly related vege- 
tables and flowers must be grown widely apart to be kept pure. There are but 
few producers of cheap seeds who are conversant with this vitally important 
Bubject; and even if they were, there is no financial inducement for them to 
incur the extra expense and care of wide separation. 


We rigidly ‘‘rogue’’ and select, which develops, improves and 
fixes types. The most important and the only controlling power in holding a 
variety up to its standard of excellence is intelligent, constant and rigid selection 
of seed-bearing parents. While all plants of an old standard variety may appear 
the same to the average observer, yet in reality they are all different. There are 
no two plants in a row of Lettuce alike, no two Cabbages in a field alike, no two 
leaves in a forest alike, no two living things in the organic world absolutely alike. 
Sometimes the departures from character are quite marked, and if a seed variety, 
no matter how slightly the “‘off’’ tendency in a plant may be, itmust be“‘rogued 
out,” for the next generation is liable to be further “ off’’; therefore every seed- 
bearing plant of ours is studied by our alert, skillful and trustworthy men, 
thoroughly versed as to what the ideals of types should be. 


One reason why home-saved seed is advised against by all authori- 
ties is the inadequate knowledge of the principles of selection forseed. How often 
do we see the farmerselecting his seed corn from the bin by picking out thelargest 
ears ; he little realizes that they have probably only grown one to astalk, that 
they may have ripened at different times. Such selection as this eventually 
results in reducing yield and varying maturity. 

One week a gardener selects what he considers perfect Tomatoes for seed; at 
intervals of a week or more he selects a few more. His ideals are the fruits; he 
never looks at the plant; it may have been a poor one, for poor plants some- 
times bear one or two very superior fruits. It is likely also that several other 
varieties of Tomatoes are growing in close proximity, but the gardener is uncon- 
scious of the fact that the seed he is saving is ten times as likely to perpetuate 
the character of the plant as the individual fruit, and that the product from the: 
seed he is saving will be varied in type. 


eS mee |: SEEDS, PLANTS, BULBS, ETC. 


REASONS WHY More Profitable Crops May be Grown from Henderson’s 


“Superior” Seeds than from 


Selecting for seed can only be properly done by going right into the field 
and studying every plant, keeping constantly in mind that for seed the character 
of the entire plant is more important than any one fruit or part. Frequently 
thorough selection eliminates half a crop, often more. When seeds are grown to 
ibe sold cheaply through dealers, honest, rigid selection such as this cannot be 
practiced, as it would reduce the crop of seed too much to be profitable. 

The advantages gained from a change of seed from one locality to 
anotheris appreciated by almostevery progressive farmer and gardener, and defi- 
nite records prove that under proper safeguards a change of seed produces much 
larger and better crops. 

Varieties of some species grown for a few successive generations in Northern 
latitudes, where the seasons are shorter, mature earlier and start relatively 
earlier—that is, at a lower temperature—and in consequence yield an earlier 
strain of seed. Corn, for example, in parts of South America requires six months 
to mature, while in the middle and northern states of the United States it will 
mature in from two and one-half to four months. Melous grown in the North 


Extra- 
Cleaned 


Our 


Only second in importance to the selection of seed parents is the selection of 
tthe seeds they produce. All but the largest and plumpest seeds should be 
eliminated, and their value to the planter is greatly enhanced over light seed ; for 
seed, in addition to containing the germ for a new plant, also contains a supply 
of food to sustain the seedling after germination until it can support itself from 
the soil. The smaller seeds of avariety are stored with a correspondingly smaller 
amount of nourishment, and in consequence produce stunted, weakly plants and 
vegetable ‘‘runts.’”’ Large seeds germinate quickly, feed and push the seedling 
vigorously, and this initial gain, coming at the most critical time in life, results 
in increased vigor, larger yield, greater uniformity of marketable crop, maturing 
earlier and more nearly at one time. 

We have the most perfect seed-cleaning machinery in the world, and it has 
cost us thousands of dollars. We base our standards on weight, 7. e., the 
solidity of the seed. Instead of the usual process of cleaning by the ordinary 
fanning mill our seeds are cleaned by a machine with a large and varied assort 
ment of sieves and an even and strong air suction, perfectly equal at all points— 
which is quite a different thing from a blast. By this new process wecan separate 
most effectually the good seed from the chaff, rubbish and light seeds. 

The advantage of sowing only large, heavy seeds needs special emphasis. 


Heavy ‘Superior’ Seeds and their Value Over 


“Cheap” Seeds—Continued. 


from Southern-saved seeds are very late in ripening—some varieties do not even 
come to maturity. These results apply to many other vegetable and farm 
crops. 

If a dealer in seeds, for the sake of lower cost, procures certain seeds in the 
South and distributes them among customers in higher Jatitudes, the results are 
apt to be late crops and partial if not total failure; but Northern-grown seeds 
can with perfect confidence be reeommended for planting South, as they will pro- 
duce much earlier crops. 

Some varieties of Celery seed raised in California grow rank and green, then 
depart from type, and lose the tendency to blanch. Onions also frequently do 
not ‘‘bottom”’ satisfactorily, as is often the case with imported European seed. 
In fact, European seed of many kinds, which can be imported at lower cost 


- than home-grown, are likely to be a costly purchase for the planter in the long 


run, for there are but few European vegetable seeds that give anything like satis- 
factory crops in this country until they become acclimated. Some varieties, 
however, are notable exceptions. 


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Cleaned” LIGHT or MIxe eap” Seeds, 
A given number of seeds, weighing as much again as the same number of light 
seeds of the same variety, will produce a crop often fifty per cent heavier than 
the crop from the light seed, grown under exactly the same conditions, 

Peas from heavy seed not only result in an increase of crop, butaverage from 
four tosix days earlier than from lighter seeds. This one item alone is important 
financially to the market gardener, for to be the first in the market means dollars 
to him, and a difference of six days in gathering Peas is equivalent to one hun- 
dred miles of latitude. Large seeds from early Beans, Radish and many other 
crops give equally as marked results as Peas. Where Radishes are grown for 
market, particularly when grown in frames or forcing houses, it is of great finan- 
cial benefit in sowing only large, heavy seeds, for practically all of the crop 
will be ready to pull at one time, and the space can be immediately replanted ; 
while Radishes from seed such as is usually obtained will only give from thirty 
per cent to forty per cent of Radishes of marketable size at the first gathering, 
then perhaps twenty per cent more will be ready to pullin from twelve to fifteen 
days more, and the balance are likely to be worthless. 

The slight extra cost of large, selected pedigree seeds is a small matter to 
the purchaser, in view of the many advantages resulting from their use, which 
invariably bring in a decided gain in yield, size, uniformity and earliness. 


The Seed Dealer and “Cheap” Seeds versus the Seedsman and “ Superior” Seeds. 


The United States Department of Agriculture’s Experiment Stationin Massa- 
chusetts, in their 1896 report in an article on seed-testing, state that— 


“ . « « Seeds may be collected from the stock kept in country 
stores, MUCH OF WHICH IS PRODUCED BY GROWERS OF 
LITTLE SKILL, AND POSSIBLY IN LOCALITIES WHERE 
MIXING BY CROSS FERTILIZATION CANNOT BE AVOIDED.’’ 


The seed dealer is any man who does not grow or control his own seed- 
bearing plants. He may also sell other goods, or deal in'seeds alone; at any 
rate his only object is profit, and with seeds as with all of his other merchandise, 
his interest lies in buying as low as possible; the consequence is that the person 
who supplies him with seedsis the one who quotes him the lowest price. The effect 
is blighting on quality,for the price does not justify the grower in ‘‘roguing ’’ seed- 
bearing plants very rigidly, nor in eliminating through cleaning too much of 
the light, small or imperfect seeds; the consequence is that the seeds are of mixed 
sizes and maturity, and the person who buys and sows them gets avery irregular 
crop, maturing at different times, entailing extra labor and expense in harvesting 
portions at intervals, with the final result of some of thecrop being unmarketable 
and rejected. 

Cheap seeds are often produced from the poorest plants, thatcannot 
be used for anything else. Cheapseed Beans and Peas are often taken from the 
later maturing pods after a marketcrop has been gathered. Cheap Radish, Turnip, 
Beet seed, etc., is often saved from roots not good enough for the table or for 
sale. Cheap Cabbage seed has been grown from the stumps after the heads have 


been marketed. Cheap Cauliflower seed is grown from free seeding plants that 
will not head. Cheap seeds are always grown with the least possible outlay of 
money, trouble and care, and often in climates where the biggest yield of seeds 
may be harvested, regardless of what the climatic effect may be on the progeny. 
Cheap seeds are gathered slightly under-ripe to prevent shelling out 
and loss in harvesting, and in consequence produce smaller and less vigorous 
plants. Cheap seeds are often old seeds, and old seeds germinate slowly, and the 
plants produced from them grow slowly and are less vigorous and prolific. 


From the United States Agricultural Department 1896 Year-Book: 


“The growing of seeds demands the nicest skill and the closest 
fellowship with plants. It is a business which demands much care 
and pains, and its promoters must be students. It is one of the 
most special and difficult of all agricultural operations.”’ 


Peter Henderson & Co. are professional Seedsmen, having a higher object 
than seed dealers who are merely buyers and sellers of seeds. Our own trained 
men visit the fields and thoroughly ‘‘rogue”’ out all untrue and ‘‘ off” types. But 
our aim is not solely the prevention of deterioration and the reproduction of 
kind; we are constantly improving, developing and raising thestandard of merit. 
Our reputation for sending out *‘superior seeds that produce superior 
crops’’ is of far more value to us than the loss of half a crop from rigid roguing, 
and the elimination of thousands of pounds of seeds through severe cleaning, 
that do not come up to our high standards. 


While we do not wish to appear egotistical, yet in justice to ourselves and our 
Seeds, and for the benefit of people who have never dealt with us, we claim to be the 
producers and distributers of the BEST SEEDS IN THE WORLD—it is our business and 
our profession. We have given you an inkling of our methods, and now we wish to say 
that, from a business point of view, we know that planters of seeds buy them entirely 
on confidence ; we realize that to lose a man’s confidence is to lose his patronage. Ifyou 
have never used our seeds, TRY THEM THIS YEAR, and we will try and retain your 
confidence, as we have succeeded in doing with annually increasing thousands for over 
half a century, and we promise you all that under our new system of ONLY SUPPLYING 


OUR SEEDS TO THE PLANTER DIRECT, with the dealers’ trade and its blighting effect 
eliminated, we shall spare no expense or trouble to make our seeds even better than ever. 


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write to us we shall be glad to put them in communication with men 
that we deem suitable. To aid us in making a selection we ask full 
particulars, whether a married or single man is wanted and the nature 
of the situation to be filled, also about what they expect to pay and 
any other particulars. We make no charge for this service, either to employer or 
employee. 


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ourname. Our customers are warned against paying money to any one in this way. 
All reinittances should be sent direct to our firm. 


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taining to our business, but, to avoid error, this should always be written on separate 
paper to that used for orders. 


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ARDENING FOR PLEASURE, ety Peter HENDERSon. 


Was written to meet the wants of those desiring information on gardening for private use. 
directions for the culture and propagation of Flowers, Vegetables and Fruits. 


PYTNTTOTVTTCTTTTA Ati stastreca 


Its scope therefore embraces 
It has had a large sale, and gone through 


several editions, the present having been revised and greatly enlarged by the author in 1888; it exhaustively treats on the Vegetable 
Garden, Flower Garden, Fruit Garden, Greenhouse, Grapery, Window Garden, Lawn, the Water Garden, etc. 


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Preparation of the Ground—Walks—The Lawn—Design for Gardens—Planting 
of Lawn and Flower Beds—Fall or Holland Bulbs, ete.—Propagation of Plants 
by Seeds—Propagation of Plants by Cuttings—How Grafting and Budding are 
done—The Potting of Plants—Winter Flowering Plants—Plants suited for Sum- 
mer Decoration—Window Gardenirg—Culture of Water Lilies and other Aquatic 
Plants—The Chrysanthemum—Parlor Gardening or the Cultivation of Plants in 


404 Pages. Fully illustrated. Price, postpaid, $2.00. 


(SA (S) Beep EAE ANT AES 3 (Cet 9) 


Rooms—Greenhouses attached to Dwellings—Detached Greenhouses, Modes of 
Aleating, etc.—Greenhouses and Pits without Artificial Heating—Flowers that 
will grow in the Shade—Insects and other Parasites injurious to Plants—Hum- 
bugs in Horticulture—Hardy Grapes—The Cold Grapery—The Hot-house or 
Forcing Grapery—The Strawberry—The Vegetable Garden—Monthly Calendar 
of Operations. 


We also offer itas a premium on an order amounting to $12.00. For 


conditions see page 6. 


ARDENING FOR PROFIT. By PETER HENDERSON. mo 


If you wish to grow Vegetables for Sale, read GARDENING FOR PROFIT. 
Gardener and Truck Farmer, yet it is of equal value for large private gardens. 


Written particularly for the Market 
The first edition of GARDENING FOR 


PROFIT was published in 1866; it has been revised twice since, and its sale has been so large that up to this time 48 editions have 


been printed. 
since the earlier editions were published. 


The present edition was revised and greatly enlarged in the summer of 1886. 


Its scope has been greatly extended 


The varieties in vegetables recommended for market culture have also been carefully 


revised; so that what is now advised to plant are kinds in general use at this time. 


OS) 

The Forcing of all important Vegetables and Fruits under Glass—The Men 
Fitted for the Business—The Amount of Capital required and Working Force per 
Acre—Profits of Market Gardening—Location, Situation and Laying Out—Soils, 
Drainageand Preparation—Manures—The Uses and Management of Cold Frames 
—Protecting Cloth in liewof Sashes—Spring raising of Cabbage, Cazlflower and 
Lettuce—Formation and Management of Hot-beds—Forcing Pits or Greenhouses 


375 Pages. Fully illustrated. Price, postpaid, $2.00. 


CAEN Ee eINeg 5 fen 


—Wide Greenhouses for Vegetable Crops—Forcing Strawberries—Seeds and Seed 
Raising—How, When and Where to Sow Seeds—Transplanting—Vegetables; 
their Varieties and Cultivation—When to Sow and Plant in the Southern States 
—Packing of Vegetables for Shipping—Preservation of Vegetables in Winter— 
Insects—Culture of Small Fruits—Monthly Calendar of Operations. 


We also offer it as a premium on an order amounting to $12.00 For 


conditions see page 6. 


RACTICAL FLORICULTURE. 


By PETER HENDERSON. we 


Although written especially for the Commercial Florist, it is equally valuable for the amateur and all having conservatories, 


greenhouses, window gardens, ete. 


PRACTICAL FLORICULTURE was first issued in 1868, and has gone through many 
editions and had an enormous sale, and is admitted to be the leading American authority on this subject. 


This present edition 


of PRACTICAL FLORICULTURE was greatly enlarged by Mr. Henderson in 1887, and revised to keep abreast of the times, as 
there are now many superior methods of propagation and culture of flowers and plants—and many improved varieties of plants— 


all of which have been fully treated in this new edition. 
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How to become a Florist—The Profits of Floriculture—Aspect and Soil—The 
Preparation for New and the Renovation of Old Lawns—Laying out the Flowe1 
Garden—Designs for Ornamental Grounds and Flower Gardens—Planting of 
Flower Beds—Soils for Potting—Temperature and Moisture—The Potting of 
Plants—Drainage in Pots—Cold Frames for Winter Protection—Construction of 
Hot-beds—Greenhouse Structures—Glass, Glazing and Shading—Modes of Heat- 
ing—Propagation of Plants by Seeds—Propagation of Plants by Cuttings— 
Propagating Roses by Grafting and Budding—Greenhouse Plants most in de- 


325 Pages. Fully illustrated. Price, postpaid, $1.50. 


CONTENTS. (——6® 


mand in Spring—Cold Frame Plants mostsoldin spring—Plants inostin demand 
for Window Decoration in Winter—Culture of Winter Flowering Plants for Cut 
Flowers—Rose Growing in Winter—Bulbs for Winter Flowers—Plants Used for 
Decoration of Rooms—Construction of Bouquets, ete —Hanging Baskets—Parlor 
or Window Gardening—Formation of Rock-work and Plants for Rocks—What 
Flowers will grow in the Shade—Succession Crops in the Greenhouse—Packing 
Plants—Plants by Mail—Insects and Diseases Affecting Plants—Mildew—Diary 
of Operations for the Year—The Culture of Grape Vines under Glass. 


We also offer it as a premium on an order amounting to $10.00. For 


conditions see page 6. 


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AND GENERAL HORTICULTURE. 
By PETER HENDERSON. 


NEW EJANDBOOK OF PLANT 


ISSUED 
1890. 


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The original HANDBOOK OF PLANTS was issued in 1881; in this new edition all the new genera of impor- 
tance are added. All botanical terms are given, and also a very full list of popular names, and all the 
generic names are accentuated. The natural system of arrangement is adopted in the descriptions instead of the Linnwan or 
artificial system; and a carefully compiled glossary of the technical terms used in describing plants. A monthly calendar of 
operations for the greenhouse and window garden, flower, fruit and kitchen garden, will undoubtedly render this edition valuable 
as a book of reference. Very full instructions are given for the culture and forcing of all Fruits, Flowers and Vegetables of 
importance; in short, there is sufficient matter given on all gardening subjects to allow this book to be termed The American 
|Gardener’s Dictionary. And it will be better adapted to the wants of American horticulturists than any of the more costly foreign 
works on gardening; for, though from a foreign standpoint these are all they claim to be, yet for our American climate much of 


Oran) 
About 5,000 genera of plants, alphabetically arranged, with their descriptions, 
individual histories, usefulness, hardiness, requirements, etc., and, where their 
importance justifies it, cultural instructions are given—Local, Popular or Com- 
mon Names—Correct Pronunciation—Cultivation of Principal Vegetables, Fruits 
and Flowers—Winter Forcing of Roses, Bulbs and other Plants used for Cut 
Flowers—Winter Forcing of Vegetables and Fruits—Monthly Calendar of Garden 
Operations. } : 
Annuals, Bedding and Borders, Bouquets, Budding, Cold Frames and Pits, 
Color in Flowers, Conservatory, Designs, Drainage, Fertilizers, Fountains, 
Frozen Plants, Glass and Glazing, Grafting, Grasses, Greenhouse, Hanging 
Baskets, Heating, Hedges, Herbaceous Plants, Herbarium, Hybridization, 


526 Pages. 


An acknowledged authority for Farmers. 
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| Special Fertilizers—Green Manuring—Fertilizing by Feeding—Plowing, Harrow- 
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| Rotation of Crops—Crops for Soiling and Fodder—Soiling’ Crops—Abortion in 
Cows and its Causes—Grass and its Management—Varieties of Grasses—Mixed 
| Grasses for Pasture and Hay—Cutting and Curing of Hay—Clover Hay— 
Ensilage—Ensilage Compared with Roots—Live Stock of the Farm—Cows for 


GARDEN 


By PETER HENDERSON. 


For conditions see page 6. 
CONTENTS.—Descriptions of Bulbs, 


BULB CU LTURE. alphabetically arranged, with Special Cul- 
—By PETER HENDERSON.— tural Instructions for each—Designs for 
Beds of Tulips and Hyacinths—Naturalizing Bulbs in Lawns, etc.—The 
Window Garden of Bulbs—Hyacinth Glasses. Crocus Pots, etc.—Bulbs in Coli 
Frames and Pits—When Bulbs Should be Taken Up—Preparation and Outside 
Planting—Spring Flowering Bulbs—Winter Flowering Bulbs—Summer Flower- 
ing Bulbs—Forcing Bulbs. 24 Pages. Price, postpaid, 25 Cents. 
Also offered as a premium on an order amounting to $2.00. For conditions 
See page 6. 


THE CULTURE OF WATER LILIES AND AQUATICS. 


CONTENTS.—How to Make a Water Lily Tank and Protect in Winter— 
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REFERENCE TABLE FOR VEGETABLE SEED SOWERS. 


e i 5 Yi 5 C ‘i a) ny a J ~ 
Pe Me ores: Reed Dawe DISTANCE TABLE. | SEED SEED 
North, later; South, earlier. As a general ATURE NEEDED READY ror USE REQUIRED REQUIRED 
KIND OF VEGETABLE. rule it is pretty safe to allow six days’ = TO PROM FOR eee 
difference in planting for every hundred TO GERML- - vine APART IN Rows 100 Freer 
miles of latitude. GERMI- NATE SEED Sown. Rows. APART OF DRILL.| AN ACRE. 
Unprer GLAss OPEN GROUND. RENN 3 
ASPARAGUS, Seeds.......... Rivas vamiac April and May. 60° 20 to 28 8to + years..|. 4. to 5 Ibs. 
eS Roots. April oot Bepeantbr tus cet anc eccneeneal lhe eee oa WLLL UE ravens sol] MN LUst aac teteeaies| set auntes a. cecwayl Maseeabe mumemmnmle el 
KA Eira te aeod peroeca os May 15th to Aug. 1st.. ay? 6 to 10 5to Ti 1 bush. 
eal Boo May 15th toJune15th| 80° 6to10] 65to100 “ 10 to 12 qts. 
st Lima... cd oy 80° 6 to 10 65to 90 <“ 10 to 12 qts. 
EETS April to August..........- 60° 7 to 10 60 to ae ® 3 to 6 Ibs. 
ale) for spring use. August and September} 70° 6 to 10 85to120 <“ to 2 Ibs. 
alee Oe ! for fall use..... se UMe eee. oa S. 70° 6 to 10 S5itolZ07 1to 2 |bs. 

SIDULS) SIP IROOPINS hn ccoscecbacel ees April to July. 70° 6to10]100to120 * 1 Ib. 
CABBAGE, Dab yeysceco0 PAto ra leeeeee ete OO? 6to10/]100to125 <“* i Ib. 

ce Late... May and Jun 70° 6to10]120to180 ates 

ARROT, Harly.... rile ee 60° 10 to 15 65to 85 “ )S. 
OT, Tae May to July. 60° |10to15|100t0120 « 4 Ibs. 

IF'L ER, Harly. Aprile 70° 6to10|100to115 “ 6b. 
aa G OE Water alert May and June call ‘(Oe 6to10|]100to135 <* Y% Ib. 
(CUB TOI DISS Goccerc cose easenocene IN BURR serena beacicnecoan ae 60° 12to 20 |125to150 <“* 1 |b. 
CORN, SUGAR May 10th to July 10th ioe 8 to 10 60to100 “ Y, bush. 
CUCUMBER... May 15th to July 15th 80° 6to 8 6GOtom Somme: 2 to 3 lbs. 
Brit (Gy iss ANN Tp oe tone te Pee TANT aisha ache sat. | soe |10to14]125to160 « ¥% Ib. 

IOWA Deeg cance April to August. 60° 6 to 10 75 to 190 rf Tate 
JROVEMIn, TSW ATED Race aneien ter peters | Maman ...| April to July... 70° 6to 8| 65to 85 « Any: 
LENE............ February ....| April and May. .. “3 60° 6to10/120to160 ‘“ 5 to 6 Ibs. 
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PUMPKINS May 20th to June20th} 80° 6to10|/100to125 <«* 4 to 5 Ibs. 
RADISH April Ist to Sept.15th.| 60° 4to 6 25to 50 <“ 9 to 10 Ibs. 
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THINGS WORTH KNOWING. 


SCABBY POTATOES PREVENTED. 


Potato scab has been yery successfully prevented by treating the tubers to 
be planted thus: 

Dissolve 24% ounces of corrosive sublimate in about 2 gallons of hot 
water, and then in ten or twelve hours afterwards dilute the solution with 
thirteen gallons of water. Wash the potatoes if they are very dirty, and 
immerse them before they are cut in the diluted solution for an hour and a hali, 
then spread out to dry. Cut and plant in the usual manner. By this treatment 
very smooth potatoes have been grown from very scabby tubers. 

The corrosive sublimate is very poisonous and must be used with great 
care. All treated tubers not planted must be deeply buried or placed beyond 
reach of children or animals. 


TO KEEP POTATOES PLUMP AND WITHOUT STARTING. 


Potatoes for eating purposes are kept in fine condition—much longer than 
usual—particularly when stored in too warm a cellar or in warm climates, by 
destroying the vitality of the buds (eyes), which prevents them from ‘‘starting,”’ 
and the consequent premature shrivelling. The method—Before storing, im- 
merse the potatoes for one hour in a solution prepared in the following propor- 
tions :—Twenty-five gallons of water in which has been thoroughly mixed 1 to 
1% pints of sulphurie acid. After removing the potatoes, allow them to dry 
thoroughly, then place them in barrels to prevent evaporation. Many germs of 
decay are also destroyed by this operation, which helps preservation. 

Potatoes treated as above are, of course, useless for planting purposes. 


TO PREVENT CROWS FROM DESTROYING CORN. 
the shelled corn in coal tar for a moment, then dust plaster over it. 


TO PREVENT INSECTS FROM DESTROYING NEWLY-SOWN 


Immerse 


SEEDS, Moisten and then stir them in red lead until they are coated with 
it. Allow them to dry an hour or two before planting. 


TO HASTEN THE RIPENING OF A FEW TOMATOES. Tie 
paper bags over the green fruits (as is done with grapes). It usually makes 
Several days’ difference. 


FRESH TOMATOES UNTIL DECEMBER can be had by picking the 
late unripened fruits just before frost and placing them on straw under the glass 
oi a cold frame, or in the cellar of a barn or dwelling-house. 


BEET, CAFROT, SALSIFY AND PARSNIP ROOTS, etc., may be 
kept in a cellar longer than usual without wilting, by packing them in damp 
sand or sphagnum moss. Wintered-oyer roots, such as Turnips and Beets, can 
be started in a cellar for their tops, which grow white (blanched) and make an 
excellent salad. 


ASPARAGUS, THE EARLIEST, MOST PRODUCTIVE AND 
LARGEST may be had by growing only male plants—which do not bear seeds 
and are therefore stronger growers. Sow the seeds in rows, and in two years 
discard. those that seed and make up your permanent bed from those that do 
not seed. 


FRUIT-TREES BEARING EVERY YEAR. 


The method employed in some important fruit-growing districts to secure 
a crop of fruit, such as Peaches, Apples, Plums, Pears, ete., with uniformity 
every year (providing the flowers are not rendered sterile by treezing) is to sys- 
tematically thin out the young fruit after danger from frost in the spring, and 
before the fruit gets large enough to become a tax on the tree. Fruit is seldom 
produced on the same spur every year; therefore, in thinning, they remove alli 
of the fruits from one spur without injuring it, soit may produce fruit buds for 
the next year, allowing the next spur to bear—of course, discriminating between 
promising and poor fruit. 

Various contrivances have been invented for this work, but they have proved 
impracticable, for they do not discriminate between the good and poor fruit, 
and, besides, often injure or break off spurs. So thinning has to be done by 
hand, and, aside from the great advantage of insuring a crop for the following: 
year, it pays the same season, on account of afar larger proportion of the fruit 
being of superior quality and of higher market value. 


A NEW FACTOR TO BE CONSIDERED IN SELECTING ONLY 
A FEW FRUITS FOR A SMALL HOME GARDEN. 


We often have reports from people who have only one or two trees, some- 
thing like this: ‘‘ My tree is large and healthy, but it has never borne any fruit. 
Why isit? And what can I do to makeit bear?” 

It has only recently become general knowledge that a number of varieties of 
fruits are partially or totally self-sterile, that is, if they are isolated and depend-— 
ent upon their own pollen they bear but little, or if the flowers are entirely 
sterile they bear no fruit at all. The same variety may bear enormously in a 
mixed orchard. While this investigation of self-fertile and self-sterile fruits is: 
still in its infancy, enough has now been proven to enable some of the latest 
works on fruit culture to give quite a list of Apples, Pears, Plums, Grapes and 
Strawberries that will bear when planted by themselves and those that will not. 

We have for several years in our Strawberry Catalogue mentioned the varie- 
ties of Strawberries that will bear alone and those that will not, and we think 
progressive nurserymen should publish a similar list in their catalogues in 
regard to fruit-trees for the benefit of those who only want a few trees for their 
home garden. 

If you have a perpetually barren fruit-tree in your yard, our advice would 
be to graft it in several places with some known fertilizing variety. 


_ CUT FLOWERS MAY BE KEPT FRESH much longer than usual, by- 
removing them from the vases at night, sprinkle them well and wrap stems, 
flowers and all closely in a saturated cloth, put in a cool place (above freezing’) = 
in the morning put fresh water in the vases, cut off about one-halfaninch of each 
stem, thus removing the callousness which forms on the bottom; this allows the 
stem and flower to again absorb water. 


TO PREVENT PETALS DROPPING FROM FLOWERS. Apply 
with a camel’s-hair brush a little transparent zum to the base of the petal and 
tube; the gum to be prepared by mixing white shellac with methylated spirit im 
a glass, china or stone jar, place by the fire and shake occasionally the first day. 


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Brief Directions for the Sowing and Culture of —mea==\ 


_..GARDEN VEGETABLES... 


[== For the Private Garden and for Exhibition. 


ASPARAGUS. 
German, Spargel.—French, Asperge.—Spanish, Esparragos. 
1 ounce for 60 feet of drill. 


Asparagus can be grown from seed, but the best way for the amateur to grow 
it is from roots, which can be planted any time for six to eight weeks from the 
opening of spring. Besides, a year or more can be saved by planting roots. 
For private use or for marketing on a small scale, beds should be formed five 
feet wide, with three rows planted in each, one in the middle and one on each 
side, a foot from the edge; the distance of the plants in the rows, nine inches. 
The alleys between the bedsshould be two feet wide. In planting a line is set and 
a cut made a little slanting to the depth of six or eight inches, according to the 
size of the plants. The plants are then laid against the side of the trench, at the 
distance already named (nine inches), care being taken to properly spread the 
roots. The crown or top of the plant should be covered about three inches. In 
2 week or so after planting the beds should be touched over lightly with a sharp 
steel rake, which will destroy the germinating weeds. The raking had better be 
continued at intervals of a week or so, until the plants start to grow, when the 
hoe or hand-cultivator may be applied between the rows and alleys. The weeds 
that come up close to the plant must of necessity be pulled out by the hand. 
The deeper the soil and greater abundance of manure that is used the greater 
will be the crop, for Asparagus is what the gardeners call a gross feeder. An 
application of one-half pound of salt per square yard annually in spring is very 
beneficial. 


BEANS, Dwarf or Bush. 


German, Bohne.—French, Haricot.—Spanish, Frijorenano. 
1 qt. to 100 feet of drill; 114 bushels to the acre in drills. 


A succession of sowings can be made every two weeks from the first week in 
May until September. These dates are for the latitude of New York. Further 
South the first sowing must be done earlier; further North, later. Plant in drills 
about two inches deep, and from eighteen inches to two feet apart, according to 
the richness of the soil; the poorer the soil the closer they can be planted. The 
seeds should be dropped about two inches apart in the drills. 

For Exarpition.—Thoroughly manured, stiff, well-worked soil is preferable 
with a liberal surface application of commercial fertilizer high in potash, well 
rakedin. When the plants have taken good hold of the soilsprinkle around each 
plant about a tablespoonful of nitrate of soda and rake in. When fairly in bloom 
liquid manure may be given; if pods are to be exhibited, thin out all but three 
or four to astalk. When the pods begin to swell pinch off the top of the plant, 
tie the plants to stakes to prevent the wind from loosening the roots and weak- 
ening the plant; the plants should stand a foot apart. For exhibition they 
should be grown on sandy or gravelly soil and the plants at least two feet apart 
each way. Yosemite Mammoth Wax, Flageolet Wax, Long Yellow Six Weeks 
and Early Mohawk are the best varieties for exhibition. 


BEANS, Pole Lima, or Climbing. 


German, Stangen-Bohnen.—French, Haricot a Rames.—Spanish, Judias. 
1 qt. to 150 hills; 10 to 16 qts. to the acre in hills. 


These are more tender and require rather more care in culture than the Bush 
varieties, and should besown two weeks later. They succeed best in sandy loam, 
which should be liberally enriched with well-rotted manure in the hills, which 
are formed, according to variety, from three to four feet apart; from five to six 
seeds are planted in each hill, about two inches deep. As the matured bean is 
mostly used, the season is too short for succession crops in the North, though it 
is advantageous to plant succession crops in the Southern States, where the 
season of growth is often from March to November. Rough cedar or similar 
poles about seven or eight feet long should be used for Pole Beans, especially 
the Limas, to climb on. They should be set in the ground at least eighteen 
inches, so as to prevent being blown over. 

For Exuisition.—The plants should be freely watered with liquid manure 
and only the few pods desired for show should remain on the plant. 


BEET. 
German, Runkel Rube.—French, Betterave.—Spanish, Betteraga. 
1 oz. to 50 feet of drill; 5 lbs. to the acre in drills. 
The soil best suited for the culture of the Beet is that which is rather light 
than otherwise, always provided that it is thoroughly enriched with well-rotted 
mnanure. For an early supply sow in spring, as soon asthe ground is fit to work, 


in drills about one foot apart and two inches deep. For main_crop, sow the 
first week in May, and for winter use sow in June. These dates are for the 
latitude of New York. For the South sow earlier; for the North later. When 
the plants have attained three or four leaves, thin out so that they may stand 
five or six inches apart. Keep free from weeds. In October the roots may be 
taken up and stored in cellar or pits outside. 

For EXxuIsiTion.—Salt applied to thesoilsome time beforesowing andinsmall 
quantities during the growing season will prove beneficial. Fresh manuring 
should be avoided, liquid manure should be given, but not close to the roots, as 
it would encourage side roots; the plantsshould stand not closer than ten inches 
apart in rows one and a half feetapart. Mangels or Field Beet should stand two 
feet apart in rows three feet apart. If the soil has any small stones or pebbles in 
it they should be sifted out where the roots are to grow so they will come out 
smooth and free from indentations. For the large long varieties the soil should 
be two to three feet in depth, and holes prepared as recommended for Carrots. 


BRUSSELS SPROUTS. 


German, Kopfkohl Gruner.—French, Chou de Bruxelles. 


Sow outside in drills in April or May and transplant two feet apart in July. 
Cultivate same as Cabbage; thus it may be had in fine condition from October 
until December, and in the Southern States may be had in use from November 
to March. 


CABBAGE. 


German, Kopfkohl.—lrench, Chou Pomme.—Spanisk, Repollo. 
1 oz. will produce 1,500 plants; half-pound to transplant for an acre. 


The early varieties of Cabbage are cultivated more extensively than any 
other vegetable. In latitudes where the thermometer never indicates twenty 
degrees below the freezing point,seed may be sown in theopen border in October 
and planted out on the first opening of spring; butin our Northern States they 
must either be sown in hot-beds in February, or, what is still better, wintered 
over in cold frames ; for this purpose the seed is sown from the 10th to the 20th 
of September. Attention to date is important; if too soon the plants might run 
to seed, and if too late they would be too small. In four or five weeks from the 
time of sowing they will be fit to transplant into the cold frames. In planting it 
is very important with Cabbage or Cauliflower that the plant is set down to the 
first leaf, so that the stem is all under ground, for, if exposed, it will be split by 
the action of the frost, and will be injured in consequence. The plants are usually 
set out from the middle of March to the middle of April, in rows about two feet 
apart, and eighteen inches between the plants in rows. This earliest crop 
matures in June. Forsecond early the early kinds should be sown first week in 
April and planted out in May. This crop should mature in July and August. 
The late varieties are usually sown in the early part of May, and the plants are 
set in July, at distances of three feet between the rows, and two feet between the 
plants. This crop matures September, October or November. 

For Exuisition.—Grow Henderson’s Early Spring, Henderson’s Succession 
and Autumn King. Sprinkle around the plants every few weeks some of our 
Garden Fertilizer and water frequently with liquid manure. If Cabbage or other 
plants of this nature have been grown on the ground before it is well to give a 
liberal dressing of lime to guard against club root. 


CAULIFLOWER. 
German, Blumen-Kohl.—French, Choufleur.—Spanish, Coliffor. 
1 oz. wil] produce about 1,000 plants. 


Any soil that will grow Cabbage will grow Cauliflower, as their requirements 
are almost similar; but as the product is more valuable, extra manuring and 
preparation of the soil will be well repaid. 

The seed may be sown in September and wintered over in the same manner 
as described for early Cabbage. Where this is not practicable, it may be had 
nearly as well by sowing the seeds in the hot-bed in January or February, and 
transplanting the plants at two or three inches apart in boxes orin the soil of 
another hot-bed, until such time as they are safe to be planted in the open 
ground, which, in this latitude, is usually from the 15th of March to the 10th of 
April. If properly hardened off they are seldom injured by planting out too 
early. For second early and late crop sow at same date as given in the direc- 
tions for Cabbage Crop. 

For Exnipsition.—Follow directions given for Cabbage. Henderson's Early 
Snowball, whether grown as an early or late yariety, is the best for exhibition. 


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CARROT. 


German, Mohre.—French, Carotte.—Spanish, Zanahoria. CER } 

1 oz. for 125 feet of drill; 4 1bs. for an acre. 
The Carrot, like other root crops, delights inasandy loam, 
richly tilled. For early crops sow in spring, as soon as the 


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ground is in good working order; for later crops they maybe FP 
sown any time until the middle of June. Sow in rows about 2 YY 
fifteen inches apart, thinning out to three or four inches Y \ 
between the plants. In field culture, when grown for horses Z Ny 


or cattle, the rows should be two feet apart, so that the crop 
can be worked with the Horse Cultivator. As Carrot seed is 
slow to germinate, extra precautions must be taken to firm 
the seed in the soil. 

For Exuisition.—By means of a crowbar, holes are 
made in the ordinary garden soil, as shown in the drawing. 
These holes should be made when the soil is dry and may be 
two to three feet deep and three to four inches across at the 
top. Fill the holes with sifted soil so the roots will come out 

~ smooth and free from indentations caused by lumps and peb- 
bles. The soil should be composed of equal parts of sand, 
leaf-mold, well-rotted manure and turfy loam, and an addi- 
tion of about 5 per cent of our Garden Fertilizer. 


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Sow five 


or six grains on the top of each place thus prepared, covering about one-quar- 


terinch. When the plants appear, thin out, leaving only one plant at the centre. 
This method may also be used for Parsnips and Long Beets. 


CELERY. 


German, Seleri.—French, Celeri.—Spanish, Apis. 
1 oz. for 3,000 plants. 

Sow in the open ground as soon as it is fit to work in April, and keep care- 
fully clear of weeds until time of transplanting in June or July. The tops should 
be shorn once or twice before transplanting, so as to ensure ‘‘stocky”’ plants. 
The lower half of the root should also be cut off before transplanting. 

After the ground has been prepared, lines are made on the level surface, 

three feet apart, and the plants set six inches apart in the lines. If the 
weather be dry at the time of planting great care should be taken that the 
roots are properly ‘‘firmed.’”” Our custom is to turn back on the row and press 
by the side of each plant gently with the foot. This compacts the soil, and 
excludes the air from the roots until new rootlets are formed, which will usually 
be in forty-eight hours, after which all danger is over. After the planting of the 
Celery is completed, nothing further is to be done for six or seven weeks, except 
going through between the rows with a cultivator or hoe and freeing the 
plants of weeds until they get strong enough to crowd them down. -This will 
bring us to about the middle of August, by which time we have usually that 
moist and cool atmosphere essential to the growth of Celery. Then we begin the 
“earthing up’’ necessary for the blanching and whitening of that which is wanted 
for use during the months of September, October and November. The first 
operation is that of ‘‘ handling,’’ as we term it; that is, after all the soil has been 
drawn up against the plant with a hoe, it is further drawn close around each 
plant by the hand, firm enough to keep the leaves in an upright position and 
prevent them from spreading. This being done, more soil is drawn against the 
row (either by the plow or hoe, as circumstances require) so as to keep the 
plant in this upright position. The blanching process must, however, be finished 
by the spade, which is done by digging the soil from between the rows and 
banking it up clear to the top on each side of the row of Celery. Three feet is 
ample distance between the dwarf varieties; but when larger sorts are used the 
width of the rows must be at least four and a half or five feet. 


For fuller details on Celery culture please refer to our book, ‘‘ Gardening for 
Profit,’’ fully described on page 7. 


CORN, Sugar. 


German, Welschkorn.—French, Mais.—Spanish, Maiz. 
1 qt. for 200 hills; 8 to 10 qts. in hills for an acre. 

Allvarieties of Sweet or Sugar Corn may be eithersownin rows fourandahalf 
feet apart, and the seeds placed about eight inches apart in the rows, or planted 
in hills at distances of three or four feet each way, according to the variety 
grown or the richness of the soilin which it is planted. The taller the variety, 
or the richer the soil, the greater should be the distance apart. We make our 
first plantings in this vicinity about the middle of May and continue successive 
plantings every two or three weeks until the last weekin July. Inmore Southerly 
latitudes planting is begun a month earlier and continued a month later. 

For Exalsition.—Plant six feet apart in very rich soil, allowing only one 
ear to each plant. Country Gentleman, Stowell’s Evergreen and Mammoth 
Sugar are the best for exhibition. Water occasionally with liquid manure. 


MAWES 


more abundant the product. 


well-enriched soil. 


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CUCUMBER. 
German, Gurke.—French, Concombre.—Spanish, Cohombro. 
1 oz. for 60 hills; 2 to 3 lbs. in hills for an acre. 

Cucumbers succeed best in warm, rich, sandy loam. They should not be 
planted in the open air until there is a prospect of settled warm weather, in 
the vicinity of New York about the middle of May; plant in hills about four feet 
aparteach way. The hills should be previously prepared, by mixing with the 
soil of each a shovelful of well-rotted manure. Plant eight or ten seeds in each 
hill. When all danger from insects is past thin out the plants, leaving three or 
four of the strongest to each hill. The fruit should be gathered when large 
enough, whether required for use or not, as, if left to ripen on the vines, it de- 
stroys their productiveness. 


For Exa#isition.—The White Spine is most handsome. Not more than two or 
three fruits should be allowed to grow on each vine, and superfluous growth of 


vine should be removed in order to throw all the strength into the fruit. 


EGG PLANT. 
1 oz. for 1,000 plants. 
German, Fierpflanze.—French, Aubergine.—Spanish, Berengena. 

The Egg Plant will thrive wellin any good garden soil, but will repay good 
treatment. The seed should be sown in hot-beds or warm greenhouse in March 
or April, and when about an inch high, pot in two-inch pots. Plant out, about 
June 1st, two and a half feet apart. If no hot-bed is at hand, they can be grown 
in any light room where the temperature will average seventy-five degrees. 

For Exa#isBition.—The New York Improved Spineless is unsurpassed. Set 


the plants three to four feet apart and water with liquid manure, allowing not 
more than two fruits to each plant. 


ENDIVE. 
1 oz. for 100 feet of drill or 2,000 plants. 
German, Endivien.—French, Chicoree.—Spanish, Endivia. 
' Endive is one of the best salads for fall and winter use. 


Sow for an early 
supply about the middle of April. 


As it is used mostly in the fall months, the 
main sowings are made in June and July and transplanted one foot apart each 
way when of sufficient size. It requires no special soil or manure, and after trans- 


planting, if kept clear of weeds until the plant has attained its full size, the 
process of blanching begins. This is effected by gathering up the leaves, and 


tying them by their tips in a conical form, with Raphia. This excludes the 
light and air from the inner leaves, which become blanched in the course of from 
three to six weeks, according to the temperature at the time. Another and 


more simple method consists in laying slats or boards on the plants as they 
grow, which serves the same purpose as the tying up. It can also be grown 
by sowing the seed and thinning out to one foot apart each way, as recom- 
mended for Lettuce. 
KALE, or Borecole. 
German, Blatter-Kohl.—French, Chou Vert.—Spanish, Breton. 
1 oz. will sow 150 feet of drill. 
Kale, or Borecole, may be grown in almost any soil, but the richer it is the 


If wanted for use in late fall or early winter, sow 


early in June and transplant, as directed for Cabbage, middle of July. If needed 


for spring use, sow Siberian about middle of August and transplant a month 
later. Of all the Cabbage tribe this is the most tender and delicate, and would 


be much more extensively grown than it is, if its excellent qualities were gen- 
erally known. 


touched by frost. 


The varieties are all extremely hardy, and are best when 


LEEK. 
German, Lauch.—French, Poireau.—Spanish, Puerro. 
1 oz. will sow 100 feet of drill. 
The Leek is very hardy and easily cultivated ; it succeeds best in a light but 
Sow as early in spring as practicable, in drills one inch deep 


and one foot apart. When six or eight inches high they may be transplanted in 


rows ten inches apart each way, as deep as possible, that the neck, being covered, 
may be blanched. 


rich, for the Leek is a gross feeder. 


If fine Leeks be desired, the ground can hardly be made too 


LETTUCE. 
German, Lattich.—French, Laitue.—Spanish, Lechuga. 
1 oz. for 3,000 plants. 
The cultivation of Lettuce is universal by all who have gardens, and from its 


tractable nature and freedom from nearly all insects and diseases, it is manage- 
able in the hands of every one. 


For early crop, seed may be sown in the open 


ground in the middle of September, and transplanted to cold frames as soon as 


large enough to handle, being wintered over in the same manner as early Cab- 
bage. 


Seeds may be sown in well-protected frames in February, and in hot-beds 


in March, and by careful covering up at night will make fine plants by April 
for spring planting. But for ordinary private use in the summer months, the 
simplest way is to sow it thinly in rows one foot apart, early in the spring, 
and thin out the plants so that they will stand one foot apart. This is easier 
than transplanting, and if sown every two or three weeks from middle of April 
to middle of August, Lettuce may be had in perfection the whole season. 
Lettuce plants may be saved over the winter without glass covering in Southern 


parts of the country in dry, well-sheltered spots, by covering with leaves or litter 
late in the season. 


CRESS, or Pepper Grass. 


German, i<resse.—French, Cresson.—Spanish, Mastruco. 


A well-known pungent salad. Requires to be sown thickly in rows and 


covered very slightly. Sow in Aprilin open ground in rows one foot apart and 


thin out as needed. To keep up a succession, sow frequently, as all varieties 
deteriorate rapidly. 


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MELON, Musk. 


German, Melone.—French, Melon.—Spanish, Melon. 
1 oz. for 60 hills; 2 to 3 Ibs. in hills for an acre. 

Melons thrive best in a moderately enriched light soil; the hills should be 
from three to six feet apart each way, according to the richness of the soil. Ti 
soil is poor or sandy, pliant at four feet. Previous to planting, incorporate well 
with the soil in each hill a couple of shovelsful of thoroughly-rotted manure; 
plant eight or ten seeds in each hill early in May, for latitude of New York, 
for South earlier, for further North later, and when well up thin out to three or 
four of the most promising. 

For EXxuibpition.—Pinch off the leading shoots as the growth becomes too 
luxuriant, and if the fruit sets too numerously, thin out when young, which 
will increase the size of those remaining and cause them to ripen quicker. 


MELON, Water. 


German, Wasser-Melone.—French, Melon d’2au.—Spanish, Sandia. 
1 oz. for 30 hills; 4 to 5 lbs. in hills for an acre. 

Water Melons require a rich, though rather sandy, soil for best development, 
and thrive best in warm latitudes, growing best in the Southern or South- 
western States, although in warm, sandy soils in this Jatitude fine crops are 
often obtained from Northern-grown seed. Cultivate exactly as for Musk Melons, 
except that the hills should be eight and ten feet apart. 


OKRA, or Gumbo. 


German, Essbarer.—French, Gombo.—Spanish, Quibombo. 
It is of the easiest culture, and grows freely, bearing abundantly in any 
garden soil. It is sown at the usual time of all tender vegetables, in this section 
middle of May, in drills two inches deep, thinning the plants from two to three feet 


apart in row. 
ONION. 


German, Zwiebel.—French, Oignon.—Spanish, Cebolla. 
1 oz. for 100 feet of drill; 5 or 6 Ibs. in drills for an acre. 

The Onion thrives best in a rather deep, rich, loamy soil. The best culture 
requires that the ground should be deeply trenched or ploughed and manured the 
previous autumn, and laid up in ridges during the winter to pulverize. As early 
in the spring as the ground is in working order, commence operations by level- 
ing the ground with a harrow or rake, and roll or tread it firmly; sow thinly in 
drills about a quarter of an inch deep and one foot apart; cover with fine soil, 
and press down with the back of a spade, or a light roller, or with the foot along 
each row. When the young plants are strong enough, thin gradually so that 
they stand three or four inches apart. Keep the surface of the ground open 
and free from weeds by frequent hoeing, taking care not tostir the soil too deeply 
or to collect it about the growing bulbs. 

For Exurpirion.—Prizetaker, Giant Rocea and the Southport Globe varie- 
ties should be selected. The seed should be sown thinly in greenhouse or hot- 
bed in February. The plants must be thinned out to half an inch apart for they 
should attain half the thickness of a pencil before transplanting. For a week 
or two before transplanting, abundance of air should be given to harden the 
plants. The rows should be eighteen inches apart, and the plants set four to 
five inches apart in the row. Our Garden fertilizer should be well worked into the 
soil at the rate of 50 lbs. to 1,000 square feet. Soot should be applied broadcast 
at the rate of about five hundred pounds per acre, when the plants are four to 
six inches high, as it not only acts as a fertilizer but checks the ravages of 
the Onion maggot. Kainit will also kill the maggot. (See page 179.) The soil 
should be kept well stirred, all weeds destroyed, and the Onions should at no time 
suffer for lack of water. 


PARSLEY. 


German, Petersilie.—F rench, Persil.—Spanish, Peregil. 
1 oz. for 150 feet of drill. 

Parsley succeeds best in a rich, mellow soil. 
slowly, three or four weeks elapsing sometimes before it makes its appearance, it 
should be sown early in spring, great care being taken that the drills be not 
more than an inch in depth and that the seed be well pressed down after sowing. 
Sow thickly in rows afoot apart and half an inch deep. 


As the seed germinates very 


For winter use, protect 
in a frame or light cellar, or a few plants may be placed in pots or boxes and 
kept in the house for convenient use in winter. 

For Exurpirion.—Select only the most perfectly curled and short-stemmed 
plants and thin to twelve inches apart. 
frequent hoeing. Protect by shading from sun after rain, otherwise the leaves 
will lose their perfect green and become discolored. 


PARSNIP. 


German, Pastinake.—French, Panais.—Spanish, Pastinaca. 


Keep the soil in mellow condition by 


1 oz. per 200 feet of drill; 5 to 6 lbs. in drills for an acre. 

Sow as early in spring as the weather will admit, in drills eighteen inches 
apart, covering half an inch deep. When well up, thin out to five or six inches 
apart inthe rows. Unlike Carrots, they are improved by frost, and it is usual to 
take up infalla certain quantity for winter use, arid store as directed for Turnips, 
leaving the rest ip the ground until spring, to be dug up as required. 

For Exuisition.—Follow the directions given for Carrots. 


apart as given above. 


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PEAS. 


German, Erbse.—French, Pois.—Spanish, Guizante. 
1 qt. for 75 feet of drill; 2 to 3 bushels in drills for an aere. 

Peas come earlier to maturity in light, rich soil. For general crop, a deep 
loam, or a soil strongly inclining to clay, is best. For early crops, decomposed 
leaves or lJeaf-mold, if convenient, may be used, or, if the soil is very poor, 
well-rotted manure should be used. For general crop, a good dressing should 
be applied, and for the dwari-growing kinds the soil can hardly be too rich. 
When grown as a market crop, Peas are sown in single rows, two or three 
inches deep and from two to three feet apart, according to height of variety or 
the strength of the soil. When grown in small quantities for private use they 
are generally sown in double rows, six or eight inches apart, and the tall varieties 
staked up by brush or our Pea Trellis. For an early crop, sowin February, 
March or April, according to latitude,as soon as the ground can be worked, 
and make repeated sowings every two weeks for succession. After the first of 
June sowing should be discontinued until August, when a good crop may some- 
times be secured by sowing an extra early sort for fall use. 

For Exarsition.—The best varieties are Henderson’s “ Prosperity,” Juno, 
Heroine, American Champion and Telephone. 


Plant the seed six to eight inches 
apart, in very rich soil and train to trellis or stakes. Allow only two or three 
pods on each vine, and after the pods are well set, pinch out the leading shoot, so 
as to check the growth of vine, and throw the entire strength into the pods. 


PEPPER. 


German, P/feffer.—French, Piment.—Spanish, Pimiento. 
Requires exactly the same treatment as directed for Egg Plant. 

For Exareition.—Ruby King, Sweet Spanish and County Fair are the most 
desirable and attractive varieties. The plants should stand two and one-half to 
three feet apart to admit abundance of sunlight. Plenty of manure or fertilizer 
should be worked into the soil around the roots, and frequent applications of 
liquid manure should be given. 


PUMPKIN. 


German, Kurbis.—French, Courge.—Spanish, Calabaza. 
1 oz. for 30 to 50 hills. 
Pumpkins are now principally cultivated for agricultural purposes. 


They 
are usually planted in fields of corn or potatoes, but may be profitably raised 
in fields by themselves. Sow first of Mayin this latitude, in hills eight feet apart. 

For Exuipirion.—lf the biggest Pumpkin is wanted, grow Jumbo or Large 
Tours. rich, and when the vine has attained sufficient 
size, pinch out the leading shoot and keep all superfluous growth of vine 
removed. Top-dress the hill with well-rotted manure, and water frequently and 
copiously with liquid manure. 


Make the ground very 


RADISH. 


German, Rettig, Radieschen.—French, Radis, Ra ve, Petit Rave.— 
Spanish, Rabano. 
1 oz. for 100 feet of drill, 9 to 10 Ibs. in drills for an acre. 

Radishes thrive best in alight, sandy loam. Heavy or clayey soils not only 
delay their maturity, but produce crops much inferior, both in appearance and 
flavor. For a continuous supply, sow from the middle of March untilSeptember, 
at intervals of two or three weeks. For an early supply they may be sown in a 
hot-bed in February, care being taken to give plenty of ventilation, otherwise 
they will run to leaves. If plaster is incorporated with the soil in the row at 
time of sowing the seed, the Radishes will always turn out brighter in color, 
crisper, and of better quality. 


RHUBARB. 


German, Rhabarber.—French, Rhubarbe.—Spanish, Ruibarbo Bastardo. 

Sow in April, in Grills a foot apart, thinning out to about the same distance 
apart in rows when a few inches high. The following spring transplant into 
deep, rich soil, about three feet apart each way. If propagated by dividing 
the roots, it may be done either in fall or spring, planting it at the same distance 
The soil cannot be too rich. 


SALSIFY, or Oyster Plant, 
German, Bocksbart.—French, Salsifis——Spanish, Ostra Vegetal. 
1 oz. to T5 feet of drill. 

The Oyster Plant succeeds best in light, well-enriched mellow soil, which, 
previous to sowing the seeds, should be stirred to a depth of eighteen inches. 
Sow early in spring, in drills eighteen inches apart; cover the seeds with fine soil 
aninch and a hali in depth, and when the plants are strong enough, thin out 
to six inches apart. 


SPINACH. 
German, Spinat.—French, Epinard.—Spanish, Espinaca. 
1 oz. for 100 feet of drill; 10 to 12 Ibs. in drills for an acre. 
Sow thinly in rows about twelve or fifteen inches apart. 
sown in September. 


The main crop is 
It is sometimes covered up in exposed places with straw or 
salt hay during winter, which prevents it from being cut with the frost, but in 
sheltered fields there is no necessity for covering. For summer use it may be 
sown at intervals of two or three weeks, from April to August. Spinach is best 
developed and most tender and succulent when grown in rich soil. 


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SQUASH. 


German, Kurbiss.—French, Courge.—Spanish, Calabasa Tomtanera. 
ol oz. for 50 hills; 3 to 4 lbs. in hills for an acre. 

It is useless to sow until the weather has become settled and warm. Light, 
rich soils are best suited to their growth, andit is most economical of manure 
to prepare hills for the seeds in the ordinary manner by incorporating two or 
three shovelsful of well-rotted manure with the soil for each hill, as is done for 
Melons. For bush varieties, from three to four feet each way, and for the run- 
ning sorts, from eight to tenfeet. Eight or ten seeds should be sown in each hill, 
thinning out after they have attained their third and fourth leaves, leaving 
three or four of the strongest plants. 

For EXuiBition.—Follow the instructions given for Pumpkin. 


TOMATO. 


German, Liebesapfel—French, Tomate.—Spanish, Tomate. 
1 oz. for 1,500 plants; 1% lb. to transplant for an acre, 

The seed should be sown early in March in a hot-bed, greenhouse, or inside 
the window or sitting-room, where a night temperature of not less than sixty 
degrees is kept, in drills five inches apart and half an inch deep. When the plants 
are about two inches high they should be set out three inches apart in boxes 
three inches deep, or potted into three-inch pots, allowing a single plant to a 
pot. They are sometimes shifted a second time into larger pots, by which 
process the plants are rendered more sturdy and branching. About the middle 
of May, in this latitude, the plants may be set in the open ground. They are 
planted for early crops on light, sandy soil, at a distance of three feet apart, in 
hills in which a good shoveliul of rotted manure has been mixed. On heavy 


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soils which are not suited for an early crop, they should be planted four feet 
apart. Water freely at the time of transplanting, and shelter from the sun a few 
days until the plants are established. Tomatoes will always produce greater 
crops and be of better flavor when staked up, or when trained against walls or 
fences. 

For Exursition.—Henderson’s Ponderosa has eclipsed every other variety, 
and since its introduction has taken more prizes than all others combined. The 
plants should be well pruned of all superfluous growth and only two or three 
fruits allowed, to set on a vine. The vines should always be trained to a stake 
and the plants set sufficiently far apart to allow abundance of light. 


TURNIP. 


German, Steekrube.—French, Navet.—Spanish, Nabo Coman. 
1 oz. to 150 feet of drill; 1 to 2 lbs, per acre in drills. 

Turnips do best in highly enriched, light, sandy or gravelly soil; commence 
sowing the earliest varieties in April in drills, from twelve to fifteen 
apart, and thin out early to six or nine inches in the rows. For a succession, Sow 
atintervals of a fortnight until the last week in May for early crop, and from 
August to September for late. August sowings may be made for the fall and 
main crops. Turnips may be preserved until spring by cutting off the tops 
about one inch from the bulb and storing in a cellar or cool shed during winter, 
covering the roots with dry sand; they should be harvested before severe frosts 
set in, for, though comparatively hardy, few of the varieties will survive the 
winters of the Northern States in the open ground. 

For ExuiBiTion.—The ground should be specially prepared and made fine by 
careful sifting, and should be made very firm by tramping. Plenty 
should be allowed between the plauts. 


inches 


of room 


GOLD_FRAMES and HOT-BEDS, ™" 


COLD FRAMES are almost indispensable in every well-ordered garden, 
especially in Northern latitudes. Cabbage, Cauliflower and Lettuce are usually 
the vegetables wintered over in cold frames, and among flowers, Pansies, Forget- 
me-nots, Bellis or Daisies, Cowslips, Auriculas, Hollyhocks and many other 
semihardy and hardy plants. Plants wintered over in cold frames become so 
hardy and sturdy that they can be safely transplanted in the open ground in the 
spring weeks before it would be safe to put out thesofter plants from spring-sown 
seed, thereby ensuring extra early vegetables and flowers. 

Cold frames are made on the surface of the ground, no excavation being 
required. Select a sunny situation, sheltered, if possible, from the wintry winds 
from the North and West. Stakes about 3 feet long and 2x3 inches thick, pointed 
at the bottom end, are driven in the soil at the end and middle of each board, 
the boards being nailed to the inside of the stakes so as toforma frame—close to 
the ground—that will be about 18 inches high at the back and 12 inches high in 
front. This gives the proper slope to the sash to catch the sun. 

The distance between the parallel front and back boards should be 3 inches 
Jess than the length of the sash to allow for the slope, and also to permit the 
sash to hang over the frame slightly, so they can be easily lifted for airing. The 
Jength of the frame will depend on how many plants are to be wintered over and 
whether you intend to reserve space for sowing seed in early spring. Cabbage, 
Cauliflower and Lettuce plants are set two inches apart across the frame, in rows 
three inches apart. A 3x6 foot sash would, therefore, cover about 400 plants ; 
this will enable you to form an idea of the length of frame you will require, 
though, of course, the distance between plants must be gauged by their size when 
set out, bearing in mind that they grow scarcely any, if at all, after winter sets 
in, the object being to keep them dormant and hardy forearly spring setting out. 

The seed for plants to be wintered over in cold frames should be sown during 
the summer or autumn, early enough to permit the seedlings to attain a good 
size before they are transplanted into the cold frames. Cabbage, Cauliflower 
and Lettuce, however, must be sown in the latitude of New York between the 
10th and 20th of September; if sown earlier they might go to seed. 

Make the soil in the frame as rich and mellow as a well-prepared garden bed, 
and set the plants in the latter part of October or early in November, but do not 
put the sashes on until there is danger of freezing, and then only keep them on 
during the night. The sash should be taken oif during the day, when the weather 
is above the freezing point of 32 degrees, and even with several degrees of frost, 
particularly if the sun is shining; the sash must be raised two or three inches at 
one end for air during the day, otherwise the temperature will become too high 
in the frame, causing the plants to become tender. ; 

When the weather is extremely cold—10 degrees above zero or colder—the 
sashes must be covered at night with straw mats, blankets or board shutters. 
These extra coverings should be taken off during the day, unless the ground in 
the frame was frozen before they were put on; in the latter case, if they remain 
on for two or three days during severe cold spells, no harm will be done. Snow 
should be removed also, unless the ground in the frames was frozen.before it fell. 

Cold. frames are not only.usefulfor wintering over such plants as are described 
above) but they are of value in raising early Radishes, Parsley, Carrots, Beets 
and other hardier vegetables and flowers for setting out in the open ground in 
April or May, the seed of which may be sown incold frames in the latitude of 


Construction 
and Management. 


New York about the 1st of March, thinning the seedlings out so the remaining 
plants can fully develop, which they will do weeks before they can be obtained 
from open ground sowings. 

HOT-BEDS.—F or those who have no greenhouse there is no better artificial 
heat for the starting of seed and the growing of tender plants early in the spring 
than that obtained from the hot-bed. The difference between a hot-bed and 
cold frame is that the cold frame is set on the surface of the ground and has 
no artificial heat, while for hot-beds an excavation, the width of the frame to be 
used and two feet deep, is necessary. 

In this excavation the manure for heating—prepared as below—is to be 
packed to a depth of from eighteen to twenty-four inches, bearing in mind that 
the greater depth of manure gives the greater and more lasting heat. For 
general purposes, a hot-bed made in the vicinity of New York, at the begin- 
ning of March, manure eighteen inches deep will be sufficient, in a colder section, 
or earlier in the winter, or for the production of tender plants, such as Peppers 
and Egg Plants, twenty-four and thirty inches of manure may be required; 
in the latter case, the excavation above mentioned must be made correspond- 
ingly deeper. 

The Preparation of the Manure.—Procure a. sufficient quantity of fresh 
horse manure, and, if possible, add an equal bulk of leaves from the woods, or 
even tanbark or refuse hops. Mix them thoroughly and tramp them down in 
successivelayers into acompact conical pile, and leave it there untilfermentation 
has started, which should be in two or three days’ time, but will be indicated by 
the escaping steam. Then turn again so the rank steam may escape, forming a 
similar pile, and let it remain until the second fermentation begins, which should 
begin in two or three days more. In very cold weather it may be necessary to 
cover the pile with a few inches of straw or hay, to prevent chilling before fermen- 
tation sets in, or, better yet, place the manure in a shed. As soon as the manure 
is ready, place it in the pit and tramp it down in layers to the required depth, 
then put on the sashes and leave it until the heat generates, which will usually 
take twenty-four hours; then plunge a thermometer in the manure, and if it is 
all right it will indicate 100 degrees or more. This is still too hot, but in two 
or three days more it will subside. As soon as the plunged thermometer indi- 
cates ninety degrees or less, then put on about six inches of soil, which should be 
rich, light and mellow. The beds should now be left with the sashes on for a few 
days, until the soil has become warmed through and the weed seeds have ger- 
minated; then remove the sashes, rake to kill the weeds and level the surface, 
and all is ready for the sowing of your seeds. After this, unceasing attention 
several times daily must be given. On mild days air must be given by raising 
the sashes slightly, especially if the sun is shining, otherwise your plants may be 
burned up. Towards sunset the sashes must be closed down before cold air 
begins to chill the tender plants. As a general rule,it will be safe on all pleasant 
days in March and April to have the sashes, or at least every other one, raised 
from one to three inches at the top end from 9 A. M. to 4 P.M. During cold 
nights the sashes must be covered with mats, shutters or blankets, which must 
be removed the following morning. 

Careful attention must be given to watering, which should be increased as 
the season advances—always use tepid water, put on gently with a fine rose 
watering pot. Itis neyer safe to let the soil get dry. 


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9 °. Seeds and Plants given. on this page. For convenience, and 
to bring this novel feature more prominently before our patrons, we have 
grouped on this page such novelties as this season we send out under numbers. 
Full descriptions will be found of each in their proper departments. It will be 
seen that we offer 156 premiums, which we consider a decided improvement over 
previous plans, for, if our customers wish, they now have an opportunity to 
contest (by buying the whole collection) for 156 premiums instead of one, as in 
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Pea No. 4. sf 5 BTS: <6 25c.| 25.00 85.00 
Aster No. 5. sf i Por <6 25c.| 25.00 85.00 
Coreopsis No. 6. sf soem ra <s 25c.| 25.00 85.00 
Pansy No. 7. cs 66 88% ce 25c.| 25.00 85.00 
Poppy No. 8. tf AT aR ts. cs 25c.| 25.00 85.00 
Chrysanthemum No.9.“ “ 147..perplant, 25¢c.| 25.00 85.00 
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every plant of the above nameless numbered novelties bought. Each packet of seed will be 
sent out by us in a coupon envelope, and on each plant will be attached a similar coupon, 
on which the buyer is to write his post-office adress and the name he suggests for the 
novelty, and return to us by October Ist, 1898. The money will be awarded in December, 1898, 
and the names of successful competitors will be published in our 1899 edition of this Cata- 
logue. In event of two or more persons sending in the same winning name, the one received 
by us first will receive the money. All names sent in are to be our property, and will 
undoubtedly be used in naming other things in future years. 


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THE ONLY 


Extra Early 

Round Flat-Headed 
CABBAGE 

in the World! 


COMING IN 


with the Wakefield, 
and yielding 
one-third more 
than any other 
Extra Early. 


HJENDERSON'S “EARLY SPRING” Cabbage 


Every head as uniform as if moulded, and remarkabl 
A Grand Acquisition! 6°'sii(evenuten Gouna. d 
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Few and Small Outside Leaves. Small Veins. Fine Texture 
DOD and Delicate Flavor. 


Its great value lies in its being a First Early FLAT cabbage, a type 
much preferred over pointed heads by most people, and it will readily be 
seen that this variety, with all of the merits of Early Summer, only a 
trifle smaller, which can be cut as early as Jersey Wakefield, is destined 

to secure a prominent and lasting place among vegetables. The 
variety is of Early Summer type, but about one-fifth smaller, having 
only four or five outside leaves, and these so small and growing so 
near to the head, that it may be successfully planted twenty-one 

inches apart, 13,500 to the acre, as close as any variety we know 
of. It possesses wonderful uniformity in shape, being round, 
slightly flattened at top of head. Stem is short and extends but little 
into the head; this feature is valuable, as it makes almost the entire 
head edible. The whole plant is finely bred; there is no suggestion 
of coarseness whatever; the veining of the leaves and leaf stems is 
particularly fine, the whole head being perfect throughout. There 
is no cabbage we know of having amore solid head; but, added to 
this, it has the peculiarity of heading firmly at an early stage in its 
growth, so that the finest cabbage, though small, can be obtained 
long before it has attained its mature size. Itis entirely free from any 
rankness of flavor. Its uniformity in shape and large yield per acre 
renders it particularly valuable for truckers, and its compact form and 
good quality will render it the finest Early cabbage for every private 
garden. (See cut.) 


Price, 15c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.50 1; lb., $8.00 Ib. 


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“ We have finished cutting the new Early Spring Cabbage, and must 
say that tt is the earliest of all flat cabbagesknown tous. Every plant made 
a perfect head and a good size, averaging thirty-two heads to the crate. We 
set this cabbage the same distance apart as the Early Summer. This was 
wrong, for it has very little foliage and can be grown as close as the Charleston 

Wakefield, i. e., about 13,500 plants to the acre. It will make one-third more 
of a crop and be just as early asthe Wakefield. It has a double advantage for 
this section, being early and flat.” 


“Your Early Spring Cabbage is all you claim, the very best very early cabbage 
Ihave planted in twenty years, every one heading ‘fine, notwithstanding they were 
cul down with the late frost. All my customers say,‘ Bring me some more Early 
Spring Cabbage.’’’ 


“« The Early Spring Cabbage is the finest I sever saw in this county. I had 
cabbage two weeks before any of my neighbors.’ 


““We bought one packet of your Early Spring Cabbage last spring and 
considered them the finest early Cabbage we ever grew. They were about 
Jive days ahead of the Wake/field.” 


««Thave heads now of your Early Spring Cabbage that weigh 
6 lbs., that were planted eleven weeks ago. Your Early Spring 
will take the place of the Wakefield or Charleston with me.” 


“Your Early Spring Cabbage are all that 
you advertise them to be. 2 had jine luck 
with them this spring.” 


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NEW GREEN 
..BUSH BEAN No. 1}. 


E believe that at last we have secured 
the ideal Green Bush Bean. This va- 
riety is the result of a careful selection 

of a type of the old Long Yellow Six Weeks, 
and has resulted in a sort, which is actually 
larger, more showy and handsome in appear- 
ance than this valuable variety, and which 
produces semi-round pods in enormous quanti- 
ties. Entirely without string or parchment. 

We cannot do better than quote the opinion 
of one of the most expert Bean growers in this 
country. He says, ‘‘This is a great improve- 
ment on any flat podded variety I have ever 
seen. The plant is as strong as Mohawk, 
though the leaves are lighter in color, the pod 
is fully one-third longer than Long Yellow Six 
Weeks. It comes into use at exactly the same 
time, and I have never yet found a pod that 
could fairly be called stringy, even when seeds 
were one-half grown.” 

We are quite confident that there is no 
Green Bush Bean on the market that can fairly 
be called its superior, and that is saying a 
good deal. 


IPIRICONDE” PSxep, JERESID. 


We Want vo'sstcess” Names 
worthy of BEAN No. 1, and PEA No. 385 (0) 
oe ANG WO Wl Dall eo, GASH. 


as follows: $25.00 for the name we select as THE best, and $5.00 
each for what we consider the next best twelve names. 
The thirteen premiums aggregate for each, $85.00 cash. 


CONDITIONS.—The purchaser of the seed is entitled to suggest one name for each 
and every packet of Bean No. 1 or Pea No.4 bought. Every packet sent out by us will be 
enclosed in a “coupon envelope” on which the sender’s Post Office address—and the 
name suggested are to be written in the blanks, and to be returned to us before October 
1st, 1898. (The money will be awarded in December, 1898), and the names and addresses of 


the successful competitors will be published in the 1899 edition of this catalogue. In 
| event of two or more persons sending in the same name—the winning one received by us 
| first will receive the money. All prize winning names are'to be our property, to be used by 
us in naming other things if we see fit. 


We are offering cash premiums aggregating over $1,000 for names for 
other seeds and plants. For full particulars, see page 16. 


ss INEW. PEA (No. Ait 


GRAND late variety of the Shropshire Hero class. The strong, healthy 
branching vines are so vigorous, that they must be planted thinly in 
order to secure best results. Its many good features have shown it to 

be worthy of addition to our list of Peas. A majority of amateur gardeners 
will always prefer a dwarf pea to a tall one, everything else being equal. The 
chief value of this sort lies in the fact that it prolongs successfully the bearing 
season of dwarf peas, and we can assure our customers that this New Pea 
No. 4, extends the succession among dwarf peas as thoroughly as the suc- 
cession now exists among tall sorts, and it will now be possible to gather 
delicious peas from the garden from either dwarf or tall varieties, right up to 
the time that Lima Beans come in. 

In addition to these remarkable qualities, it is entirely free from mildew, 
an evil so common among late peas, and is the peer of any variety for pro- 
ductiveness, while the flavor of the peas is absolutely beyond eriticism. It 
grows only to a height of 3 feet, so that it needs but little or no ‘‘ brushing.”’ 
The pod is handsome and always well filled with from 8 to 10 peas of most 
attractive color, size and flavor. 


PRICB, 25c. PKT. 
WE DELIVER FREE "3r¢"s." direct to the Planter, all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs, ©? where 


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Charming combinations of color. 


Golden Rose is a development of 
the favorite Golden Self-blanching, 
and shows its parentage in its strong 
habit of growth, while its self-blanch- 
ing character is strongly fixed. The 
plant is dwarf and heavy, the stalks 
are very broad and solid, and are also 
entirely free from those objectionable 
ridges which generally accompany 
stringiness; indeed, there is so little 
string that the stalks are positively 
brittle. The general color is about identical with Golden Self-blanch- 
ing, except that the naturally golden-colored stalks are suffused with 
a warm, rosy hue, which gradually fades towards the top of the stalks, 
where it assumes a bright golden color when properly blanched and fit for the 
table. The unique combination of color makes it exquisitely beautiful in 
appearance, and its self-blanching habit assures its earliness, whilst its hardi- 
ness and solidity bespeak its ability to keep for a considerable time. (See cut.) 
Price 20c. pkt., 6 pkts. for $1.00. 


Beautiful rose-coloredstalks, sur- 
mounted with golden plumes. 


Blanches naturally. 


Remarkably early and a perfect 
Keeper. 


Exquisite in flavor. 


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FLATTERING REPORTS, a few of which we print below. ea area Ostia Ss ceca | 
¥ “Tam pleased to tell you of the success | prepared for the table. I grow for market, ¥ 
in Ihave had in growing your Golden Rose and celery is one of my specialties.” Ww 

W Celery. I have taken great interest in all W 
W the selfblanching varieties as they have W 
4 2ppeared on the market, and I find that “ Your new Celery was very fine with me W 
{y Golden Rose possesses all their good fea- | this year. Grown alongside Golden Self. Wy 
wy tures, particularly in its blanching habit. | blanching, it was fully as large and wasas W 
ay The bright rose color ofthe stalks and the | strictly a self-blanching sort as that a- W 
{y beautiful yellow color of the leaves make a | peady famous variety. Its stalks were W 
Wy contrast which will be sure to make this | heavy and of a deep rose color, blanching WY 
im variety popular. into a beautiful golden hue, thus givingit WW 
iW —— a handsome appearance. Its flavor was W 
iW «« Your new Golden Rose Celery was care- | excellent. Possessing all the richness and Wy 
¥ fully grown alongside of several standard | crispness of the red varieties, together \W 
WW varieties, and for quality it surpassed them | with its truly self/blanching nature, makes W 
| Ay all. It has no tendency in the least torust, | it, I believe, one of the finest sorts for the W 
WY andinappearance it ismost beautiful when | market.” W 
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Henderson’s Superb New Lettuce, No. 2. 


A NAME New Lettuce No. 


ROM the seed sent out last season we have received MOST 


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WE WANT te stccst 


For the name we select Each for what we consider 
as follows ° $25. 00 as the best, and $5 -00 the next best twelve names. 


worthy of this 
2, 


AND WILL FAY ¢8 heel] 


The thirteen premiums aggregating 


|e ® 144 e The purchaser of the seed is entitled to suggest 
. : ‘ : gest one 
Conditions ° name for each and every packet of No. 2 Lettuce 
bought. Every packet sent out by us will be enclosed in a ‘‘Coupon 


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Envelope,’ on which thesender’s P. O. address and the name suggested 
are to be written in the blanks, and returned to us before October 1st, 
1898. The money will be awarded in December, 1898, and the names 
and addresses of the successful competitors will be published in the 1899 


dition of this catalogue. In event of two or more persons sending in 
he same winning name the one received by us first will receive the money. 


All prize winning names are to be our property to be used for naming 
other things if we see fit. 


DESCRIPTION OF HENDERSON’S SUPERB 


NEW LETTUCE No. 2. 


A very valuable addition to our list of Lettuces, equally 
useful for forcing as for open air cultivation. The general 
color is a clear bright green, which is never bronzed by out- 

door growth under any climatic conditions. It is medium 
in size, the entire plant measuring about ten inches in 
diameter. It has a peculiar habit of heading, which can be 
seen by examining our illustration, the head standing clear 
away from the outer leaves, which lie flat on the ground, 
a valuable feature, especially for outside culture, securing 
an equable moisture around the root of the plant. It has 
but little stalk, which makes the head very solid. The 
leaves are thin, slightly crumpled, very crisp and entirely 
without that heavy veining which makes some of the best 
sorts bitter to the taste. It is a very valuable sort for 
growing under glass, where its delicacy of color and crisp- 
ness are improved, making it a valuable acquisition to the 
market grower. Price 25c. pkt. 


WE ARE OFFERING PREMIUMS for NAMES for 


other SEEDS and PLANTS aggregating OVER 
-- For full details, see page 16, 


$1,000. 


22 HENDERSON’S NEW 2% 


: \ETROPOLITAN ISWEET Corme 


——— Shown on colored plate opposite. —_.——~ 


T is a tolerably well-known fact that earliness in vegetables is 
most frequently obtained more or less at the expense of 
quality. Sweet Corn is by no means an exception ; indeed, no 
vegetable exhibits so great a difference in quality as can be 
noted between the first early and later sorts. There are 

three serious defects to which early varieties of corn ave liable, 
viz., weakness of plant, inferior flavor and a fungous growth 
known as ‘‘smut,’’ which blackens and destroys many ears. 
It is safe to say that there has never been on the market any 
one variety of corn that combined the essential features of earli- 
ness.and good flavor in a satisfactory degree. In these important 
characteristics, METROPOLITAN certainly outclasses any 
other variety. It is only two days later than Cory, which, until 
now, has been the earliest sort. 


The plant is distinct, being very strong in stalk, growing 51g 
feet in height. The leaves are numerous, narrow and very dark 
green in color. The ears are all set low, not over 114 feet from the 
ground, producing from two to three to the plant. They are 
uniformly 9 inches long, 10 to 12 rowed, well filled to the tip with 
large deep grains which are very tender. It is not merely sweet, 
but possesses in a remarkable degree that exquisite richness so 
well known in the larger and later sorts. We should add that an 
ample husk fully insures its value as a shipping variety ; indeed, 
the combination of good qualities possessed by it makes it the 
most desirable of all for early trucking. (See colored plate opposite.) 


PRICH, 20c. 14 pt., 35c. pt., 60c. qt. 


se HENDERSON'S +. 


‘THREE “ ROCKET” RADISHES. 


———_ Shown on colored plate opposite._—$————= 


(of E have illustrated on our colored plate three varieties of Radish. One is the Red Rocket, which we introduced to successful 


cultivation a few years ago. 


We have now been able to secure two other varieties quite similar in everything but color- 


These have proved to be so distinct that we offer them, being sure that our patrons will be pleased with the variety 


in this popular type. 


A dish composed of these three Rocket Radishes prepared for the table presents a most attractive 


appearance, and we advise every lover of this vegetable to grow some of each. In addition to their bright appearance, 
it is necessary to state that they are absolutely the earliest varieties grown; they mature at exactly the same time and grow so 
quickly that they never take on that strong, rank flavor which we associate with the later varieties. 


RED ROCKET. This variety has a very small top, which 
permits close planting—a great advantage when grown under glass 
—the bulb is smooth, deep scarlet in color with a very smail root. 
The flesh is crisp, and of good flavor. (See colored plate opposite.) 


PRICH, 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 14 Ib. 


WHITE ROCKBET. This is a trifle heavier than Red Rocket. 
It has an equally small top; the bulb is pure white while the color 
of the flesh is distinct, being of a clear waxy white. (See colored 
plate opposite.) 
PRICE, 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 14 Ib. 


WHITE TIPPED ROCKET. This is the ideal first coe 
Radish. For many years the old French Breakfast has held a 
foremost place among all the varieties offered. We have now to 
offer a sort that possesses all of its merits, and, in addition, 
extreme earliness. It has a very small top, which will make it 
popular where room is limited. The general color of the bulb 
is clear deep rose, the white tip at the base being very clearly 
defined. The flavor is deliciously mild. (See colored plate opposite.) 


PRICE, 10c. pkt., 25c. 0z., 75c. 14 Ib. 


New Earty Tomato “PREEDOM.” 


— Shown on colored plate opposite. ———_—>~ 


LMOST every grower and buyer of Tomatoes boasts, with 

more or less justice, that he has the ‘‘ earliest Tomato.” 

The claim so often reiterated clearly evidences the abso- 

lute need of such a vegetable. Years ago we introduced 

Early Ruby, which has ever since held a prominent place 

in the gardening world. In common with other varieties, it had a 

few faults, but we have now secured a sort that will prove to be 

not only as early, but, so far as we are able to judge, the equal of 

any sort for form, color, solidity, or any other essential quality. 

We have tried it now two successive seasons, and in each ease it 

has been as early as Early Ruby and a host of other claimants for 

earliness. Its value, however, lies not only in the actual time of 

ripening its first fruit, but that such enormous quantities of fruit 

can be gathered while all other so-called ‘‘ Earliest” are ripening 

only a few. 

To bring this down to figures, we may say that on August 6th 

we gathered from one row of Early Ruby 34 fruits, from Aeme 14 

fruits, while from FREEDOM the number gathered was 46, and 
they were all sown and transplanted at the same time. 


These figures indicate clearly its great and prolific earliness, 
and this, combined with its handsome appearance, renders it 
preéminently the best early sort. The plant is medium in size, 
presenting no peculiarity of foliage or habit. The fruit is borne 
mainly in clusters, perfectly round, having no sign of concave at 
base, of a bright dazzling shade of scarlet. We cannot say abso- 
lutely what sort of a shipper it will make, as it has never been put 
to actual experience, but we judge from the texture and toughness 
of the skin that it will equal any of the varieties in this respect. 
The flesh is remarkably solid, having but few seeds. The flavor is 
perfect, absolutely free from any acidity. 

We call attention to our illustration on colored plate opposite, 
for further acquaintance with this variety, and have no hesitancy 
whatever in recommending it to any class of growers, not only for 
extreme early use, but as a good all-round variety, for until quite 
late in the fall in the two years we have grown it, we have been 
able to gather good fruit from this variety, while others had long 
since ceased fruiting. 

PRICE, 25c. per pkt., 5 pkts. for $1.00. 


WE OFFER (on page 16) 156 CASH PRIZES, AGGREGATING OVER $1,000.00, to customers sending us the best 


names for Seed and Plant Novelties catalogued this year under number. 


See page 16. 


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You may now have LARGE TENDER 
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Letters of Praise 


FOR THE ‘1897”’ OR 


«« PROSPERITY” PEA 


This season. Many of them 
were warmly enthusiastic 
over its merits. 


Space only permits us to print 
the following: 
Hyde Park, N. Y. 
“T picked 1897" Pea on the 18th 
of June, It is far superior to any 
early Pea I have ever grown; there 
areeight and nine fine large peas to 
a pod. It certainly is a very fine 
Pea.” JAMES HORROCKS, 
Manager Crumwold Farms. 


Springfield, Mass. 
“While inspecting several of the 
finest estates at Lenox, Mass., I 
was much impressed with what I 
saw of your new early Pea, ‘ 1897.’ 
Would you kindly favor me with a 
small packet of seed? If they do 
with me as they did at Lenox, 
would like to illustrate them in 
FARM AND Home.”’ 
Fr. H. PLUMB, 
Agricultural Editor. 


Rhinecliff, N. Y. 


Pea—eight to ten large peas to a 
pod, uniform in ripening, very ten- 
der, good flavor, good cropper. 
T. HARRISON, 

Gardener to Hon. Levi P. Morton, 

“* Your new Pea, ‘ 1897,’ I consider 
the best Pea I have ever grown in 
the past twenty-five years. I have 
picked 3% bushels out of one quart 
of seed.” M. J. CONNORS, 

Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. 


“The ‘1897’ Pea combines ‘ex- 


TI I I I IN I I I I I YN YY II YI INN I NY I I I I I NN I I I I I IN I mS I I I I fod fod od fd I I dy 


treme earliness, quantity and qual- 

ity.’ The plant is robust and vig- 

orous, and the peas rich in flavor.”’ 
ELMA M. BROWN, 

Buffalo, N. Y. 


MASS. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 
Awarded George D. Moore, of Arling- 
ton, Mass., First Prize for ‘‘ Hender- 
son’s 1897’’ Pea over all other peas, 
and Mr. Moore writes us: 


“Your early ‘1897’ Pea took first 
prize and tops anything I have 
ever seen exhibited at the Mass. 
Horticultural Society, and _ the 
Society is open to all the world. 
I have given four quarts to several 
of our Vegetable Commissioners, 
and they all agree that so far it 


: i leads anything yet offered.” 


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FOR SUCH IS NOW THE NAME OF «1897.”’ 


(SEE COLORED PLATE ON OPPOSITE PAGE.) 


-IN EARLY JUNE, 


ENORMOUS PODS. 


We have never yet been able to offer to our patrons an early 
Pea which possesses in a marked degree more desirable quali- 
ties. On both sides of the Atlantic, specialists in Pea culture 
have been struggling with the problem how to combine fine 
quality and productiveness with earliness. It must be conceded 
that hitherto all these efforts have failed, inasmuch as we have 
only been able to offer for very early use the round or hard-shell 
types of ‘‘ Extra Early Peas.” These have a value peculiarly 
their own, but the quality is far below what we would wish. 
We feel confident that at last a variety has been secured which 
combines earliness with all the good features of the later 
““marrow ”’ varieties, viz.: delicious flavor, tenderness, sweet- 
ness, size and productiveness. 

This variety has had very thorough and exhaustive trials con- 
ducted in various latitudes and under varied conditions, there- 
fore we have no hesitancy in making the most extravagant 
claims for its merits, which are supported by the opinions of 
expert gardeners. 

‘«Prosperity ”’ Pea grows about 2'6 feet in height; the vine 
is robust, and the foliage is large and vigorous, closely resem- 
bling Telephone i in general appearance, though dwarfer and very 
much earlier. The pods, which are as large as Telephone, are 
produced in great abundance, and are well filled with from six 
to eight peas of enormous size, but, as we have stated, its chief 
value lies in its earliness, and when we consider that a pea so 
large and as rich in flavor as any of the later wrinkled sorts can 
be had three days after Henderson’s First of All, the best and 
earliest round or hard-shell variety, its value can be readily seen. 

Among those who grow peas for their own use exclusively, 
there are many who plant only the extra early types, because 
our short spring and hot summers are not conducive to the free 
growth of the later varieties. It is to this class of growers that 
we recommend this variety with confidence. They can now 
obtain early in the season, while climatic conditions are favor- 
able, as delicious peas as is possible under any conditions in 
this country or any other. 20c. 14 pt., 35c, pt., 60c. qt., 
$4.00 pk. 


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RIZE WINNERS. .:. .:. 


When we introduced the ‘1897’ Pea the past year we offered $200 in cash 
for what we considered the best name for it. We decided on the name 
““Prosperity,’’ which was sent in by twenty-nine persons, among whom 
the prize money was equally divided. Their names and addresses follow: 


NAME AND ADDRESS. NAME AND ADDRESS, 


Mrs. F. R. Sykes.......-... Glendora, Cal. Mr. L. H. Sage, Jr....... Hackensack, N. J. 
Mrs. Mary A. Hawk....... Leon, Iowa. Mrs. G. E. Bender....... Chicago, Ill. 

Mr. R. W. Rogers....... ..MeVill, Pa. Mrs. D. M. Hertzog...... Uniontown, Pa. 
Miss Bertha Mead. ...Pittsburgh, Pa. Mr. W. Watson... ...... Hazleton, Iowa. 
Miss M. L. Fitch........... Shields, Pa. Mr. P. P. Chase.......... Exton, Pa, 

Kate A. Maxwell. Brooklyn, N. Y. Mr. M. K. Walker....... No. Temescal, Cal. 


Mr, J. C. Drake.... .- Scarsdale, N. Y. Mrs. A. E. Kuester,.....St. Paul, Minn. 


Delia King.............-... Fayette, Mo. Mr. Charles S. Eaton....Olympia, Wash. 
Mr. S. W. Linebaugh...... Russellville, Ky. Mrs. H. E. Theis......... Dayton, Ohio. 
Isabel Blair...............- Princeton, Ind. PRE 1S (OF On Mcononoteod Athens, Ga. 

Mr. T. J. Butcher.. .--Narcissa, Pa. Mr. J. A. Pollard........ Sedalia, Mo. 
Mr. J. F. Egan....... .. Lakeville, Conn. Mr. D. O. Laughlin...... Paris, Ill. 

Mr. Wm. H. McCann. ..Glenside, Pa. Mr. N. B. Dana.......... Radnor, Pa. 


Mr. E. C. Le Roy...... ...No. Adams, Mass. 
Mrs. M. B, Rouse.......... Aneka, Minn. 


“PROSPERITY ” e225" 


ENORMOUS YIELDER. 


INTRODUCED BY US LAST SEASON 
AS ‘1897,”" AND FOR WHICH WE 
OFFERED $200 FOR A NAME. 


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IN OUR EXPERIENCE ask 
As seedsmen, for OVER HALF 
A CENTURY, we have never 
received so many eulogistic 
letters in one season about 
any one vegetable as for the 
“ 1897,” or 


«« PROSPERITY’”’ PEA 


during the past season. 


Space only permits us to print 
the following: u 


“Yournew Pea, ‘1897,’ was planted 
April 20th; and in just forty-seven 
days I had well-filled pods ready 
for the table, 
earlier than American i 
planted on the same day.” 

A. I. ROSS, 
Omaha, Neb. 


four to six days 
Wonder 


“T planted your new Pea, ‘ 1897,” 
alongside of several others. ‘1897’ 
is superior to all or either of them 
—early, large and luscious, and 
quite prolific.” 

ISAAC G. COPE, 


Barton, Ohio. nT 

** ©1897’ was sown on April 18th a 
alongside of ‘First of All” We 

gathered the first mess of peas on u 

June 19th, same day as ‘ First of u 

All?” FRANK J. KROBOTH, & 

Nyack, N. Y. q 


“T have raised garden peas for 
market for forty-one years, but 
have never seen any Pea to ap- 
proach in quality, size and yield il 


your ‘18&97.’”’ 
DAVID GREGG, 
Waterford, N. Y. 


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“ Your ‘1897’ Pea is a wonder— 


the earliest wrinkled Pea in ex- 
istence to-day, as early as Alaska 
and far superior in every respect, 
Jarge pods, large peas, sweet and 
delicious.’ 
AMOS H. LOVEJOY, ji 
Littleton, N. H. 4 
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“T find your ‘ 1897” Pea satistac- [ 
tory in every respect. I planted 
them May 18th, and they were Ul 
ready to Dick July 5th, just 4 days 
from date ofplantug u 
. SLADE, tu 
Bristol, R.I. 


“T don’t see how your ‘1897’ Pea 
can be improved upon. It is per- 
fect in growth, quantity and quali- q 
ty. Planted at the same time as UU 
Nott’s Excelsior, it ripened a week 
earlier, producing four times the ( 
yield as that variety.’ u 
CHAS. VAN BRUNT, Jr., on 

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Long Branch City, N. . 


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A MARVEL in EARLINESS! 


The EARLIEST of the Earlies. 
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A MARVEL in YIELD! 


Outyieldine all of the Earlies, 
and equalling the heaviest 
cropping Lates. 


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A MARVEL in VIGOR! 


Health and ftreedom from disease. 
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A MARVEL in QUALITY! 


White, dry and mealy. 


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A MARVEL EVERYWHERE! 


East, West, North, South, 
in Europe or America! 


35c. 1b.; 3 lbs., 80c.; 5 lbs., $1.20, Post 


PRICE: or Express Paid. /f by express or freight, 


at purchaser's expense, deduct 8c. per |b. 
$7.50 peck, $5.00 bush., $70.00 bbl. By express or 
freight at purchaser's expense. 


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NEW EXTRA EARLY 


POTATO. 


The Earliest of all, 
Great Cropper. 


and a 


Te Bove." 


HE reports received proclaim this to be a wonderful introduction 
among early Potatues. Not only is it the earliest, but it takes a 
leading place among the heavy cropping varieties, an unusual thing: 
among first earlies. Itiseven earlier than Early Ohio, and com- 
pares favorably with Triumph, a light cropping variety that has only 

extreme earliness to recommend it, while the ** Bovee”’ in all competitive 
trials has outyielded all the early Potatoes, and in many of the tests 
conducted by Experiment Stations and private growers, it has outyielded 
even the late varieties, including such heavy cropping kinds as Carman No. 1, 
Empire State, Rural New-Yorker No. 2, Irish Daisy, Maggie Murphy, Great 
Divide and others. The vine is dwarf and stocky, and the tubers grow remark- 
ably close, all bunched together in the hill close up to the vine. (See cut.) 
They size up to a marketable size more evenly than any Potato we ever saw; 
none too large or too small; practically the whole crop being merchantable. 


Those who have tried the ‘‘ BovEE’’ Potato write: 


is at least twelve days earlier than Early Ohio, but, 
l : ect Shape of the ‘ Bovee’ would win the prize every time 
over the poorly shaped Early Ohio. It is as perfect inshape as the well-advertised Freeman and 
Jess variable. It is probably three wee earlier, and will yield more per acre, with a smaller 
proportion ofunmarketable tubers.”’—THrE RuRAL NEW-YORKER. 

**Uncommonly prolific for such an early variety.’’-—Ou10 AGRICULTURAL Expert. STATION. 

‘* Vielded at a rate above any other in trial, and we consider it a very promising new 
variety.’’—MASSACHUSETTS AGRICULTURAL EXPERIMENT STATION. 

“« The ‘ Bovee’ is exceptionally promising.’’—MINNESOTA AGRICULTURAL EXPT. STATION. 

May 12th, 1897.—* The ‘ Bovee’ is the best frame Potato I know of. I planted some March 
24th, and to-day dug a stalk with fourteen fine smooth potatoes fully matured and of good 
size. Its eating quality is extra fine.’—N. BUTTERBACH, Gardener to C. N. Bliss, Esq., Secretary 
of Interior. : 

“From one pound of ‘ Bovee’ Potatoes purchased from you, I raised seventy pounds of fine 
Potatoes, nearly all marketable.’'—H. Evans, Skaneuateles, N. Y. 

Aquebogue, L.I., Oct. 16, 1896.—* The ‘ Bovee’ is the best early Potato we have, both for 
yield, good quality and earliness. It was the best and earliest among ten varieties.’—S. QO. 
BENJAMIN. 

Wickatunk, N. J.—‘‘ The ‘ Bovee’ Potato was planted at the same time alongside Early 
Ohio, Early Acme, Quick Crop and Triumph, and, though the vines matured no earlier than 
Triumph and Early Ohio, the tubers sized up more quickly and could be marketed ten days 
ahead. The ‘ Bovee’ also yielded one-third to one-half more than Barly Ohio and Quick Crop 
and more than double the Triumph and Early Acme, growing alongside.’—JOHN L. CONOVER. — 


“Tt would appear that The ‘ Bovee’ 
even though no earlier, the almost perfe 


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THE BOVEE POTATO. 


(Continued.) THE WHOLE... 
.- «+ WORLD PRAISES IT. 


Nine in the history of the Potato has any variety created such a world-wide reputation as THE ‘‘BOVEEB” has in a 


single year. 


It is appreciated and in demand throughout the entire world wherever potatoes are grown. 


During the 


past fall we could have sold our entire stock to foreign countries, and, while we disposed of some, yet we retained 


much of our stock for our American customers. 
FROM ENGLAND. 

“Tt is very early and I made a point to try it as soon as large enough to use, 
and found it quite white and dry. I used some of the tubers as object lessons 
to show its productiveness and good eating qualities in the lectures I have been 
giving for the County Council.’"-—JoHN Crook, Forde Abbey Gardens, Chard. 

FROM GERMANY. 

“The ‘Bovee’ is very satisfactory in every way; the tubers growing close 
together, are of a fine Oval form and almost all of a uniform medium size, fit 
for table use. Eyes few and flat. The‘ Bovee’ was ripe ten days sooner than 
Early Rose and Paragon, and about a week earlier than our Improved Six 
Weeks. Quality fine and dry.”-—Haage & Scumip7, Erfurt. 

FROM SWEDEN. 

“Your new Potato ‘Bovee’ is a most valuable addition to the many you 
have sent out. I had a splendid crop of the finest quality, and it is the best this 
season out of thirty sorts.’,-—SVENSONS FROHANDEL, Stockholm. 

FROM FRANCE. 

“The ‘Bovee’ Potato was less affected by disease than other varieties grown 
on the same ground. The tubers seem to be very sound, while other varieties 
show some taints. Cooked after the French style they proved to be of excellent 
quality.”’—L. CLAUSE, Paris. 

FROM AUSTRALIA. 

“The ‘ Bovee’ ripened in a very short space-of time and we are again testing 

them against all the best early varieties..".—ARTHUR YATES & Co., Sydney. 


FROM ITALY. 
“T sincerely believe that your ‘ Bovee’ Potato will become the leading variety 


in ourcountry. I carefully tested, and found them far superior to any of the 
numerous varieties I have tried to this day. The plant is strong, of quick vege- 
tation and very healthy.’’—GUISEPPE SADA, Milan. 


FROM HOLLAND. 


“The ‘ Bovee’ seems one of the best varieties grown in this country. The 
crop was simply marvellous, and there does not exist here a heavier cropping 
variety. It not only excels in earliness and beautiful shape of the tubers, but the 
flavor is also excellent. We think ‘Bovee’ Potato will have a great future.’’— 
L. VAN WAVEREN & Co., Hillegom. 

FROM IRELAND. 

“« Although it was sown four weeks after the last sowing of Puritans we had, 
it was fit to dig with them. As far as we can judge, it is a first-rate early 
variety.’’-—Sir Jas. W. MACKEY, Dublin. 

FROM SCOTLAND. 


“We found it early, a good cropper, good to eat, very white and floury, 

medium height vine, and good-sized Potato.’’—THYNE & PATON, Dundee. 
FROM INDIA. 

“The ‘Bovee’ was ready for harvesting quite two weeks earlier and is of 
better flavor than any other variety we have here. They were quite free from 
disease.’’—PESTONJEE POCHAJEE PocHA, Bombay. 

FROM WEST INDIES. 

“T expect great things of the‘ Bovee’ as a forcing potato for the private and 
market gardener. I planted here in the subtropics, November 12th, and had 
magnificent new potatoes on Christmas day.’’—A.G. TILLSON, Botanical Station, 


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PRICE, 35C. Ib.; 3 Ibs., 80c.; 5 Ibs., $1.20 9 Feelin ee ronecews Seas Vodaonae: Ip. 
$1.50 peck, $5.00 bush., $10.00 bbl., by express or freight at purchaser’s expense. 


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A GRAND NEW ... 
MAIN CROP POTATO. 


WARNING. 


likely to be substituted during the coming season. 


Owing to the great demand for THE ‘«‘BOVEB” and ‘SIR WALTER RALEIGH” POTATOES, 
caused by their remarkable popularity, we have good reason to believe that inferior varieties are 


Order from us direct to be certain that you get the true ‘‘BOVEE” and ‘‘SIR WALTER RALHIGH,” as dealers 


Antigua. 


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“SIR WALTER RALEIGH.” 


MR. CARMAN’S BEST. 


THE ONLY SEEDLING OF THE WELL-KNOWN RURAL NEW-YORKER NO. 2 THAT IS BETTER THAN ITS PARENT. 
The best of Mr. Carman’s introductions, and Mr. Carman has raised some of the best and most popular varieties, notably the great 


pairs, Rural Blush and Rural New-Yorker No. 2, and the Carman No. 1 and No.3 


New-Yorker No. 2, but is more uniform and yields 
practically no small tubers, every one being market- 
able. Itis trom four to six days later than the Rural 
New-Yorker; the color of the skin is the same, but the 
flesh is whiter and of better quality; in fact, it is the 
whitest-fleshed and finest-grained Potato, excelling 
even the Snowflake. It is unquestionably the best of 
its type, and will soon supersede all others for main 
crop. 

At the Rural Grounds it proved the best and heavi- 
est cropper of forty-nine varieties, and on our own 
‘trial farm and on the farms of three potato experts in 
New Jersey, New York and Connecticut it proved the 
most remarkable of many.varieties grown. (See cut.) 


Those who have tried our“ Sir Walter Raleigh ’’’ Potato write: 


Wickatunk, Monmouth County, N. J. 
“T am of a decided opinion that ‘SIR WALTER RALEIGH’ will be 
the coming Potato for main crop. It has certainly far exceeded 
my expectations. I have grown all of Mr. Carman’s Potatoes, 
and believe that in ‘SIR WALTER RALEIGH’ Mr. Carman has ex- 
-celled all his previous efforts.’’—J. L. CONOVER. 
Milford, Conn. 
«The ‘SIR WALTER RALEIGH’ is a great yielder; all large Po- 
tatoes, no small ones; vines grow strong and upright.’’—C. W. 
BEARDSLEY. 
Aquebogue, Long Island, N. Y. 
“<*SIR WALTER RALEIGH’ is an immense yielder, of fine quality 
-and very few small ones.’’—S. O. BENJAMIN. 
Chittenango, N. Y. 
“T grew ‘SIR WALTER RALEIGH’ and ‘BOVEE’ Potatoes last 
year. I have tried many kinds, but they are the best varieties I 
‘know. In both eases the yield was remarkable.’’—JAMES Hoop. 


PRICE, 35¢c. lb.; 3 Ibs., 80c.; 5 Ibs., $1.20; Post om EXPRESS ParD. 


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$1.25 peck, $4.00 bush., $8.00 bbl., by express or freight at purchaser’s expense. 


1 Ib. each THE ‘‘ BOVEE”’ and “‘SIR WALTER RALEIGH” delivered free 
x | L : for 60c.: 3 Ibs. each, $1.40; 5 Ibs. each, $2.00. 


freight, at purchaser’s expense, deduct 8c. per lb. 


1 peck each, $2.25: 1 bush. each, $8.00; 
1 bbl. each; $15.00: by freight or express 


If by express or 
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W W OUR CUSTOMERS A N WORTHY OF OUR NEW Al (| Will P (eye) ] 
6 ant TO SUGGEST allé WATER MELON, NO. 3, I] | dl] eCASHs 
_ As follows: $25.00 for the name we select as THE me as = SS SAO SEES 

best, and $5.00 each for what we consider the y S 
next best twelve names; the thirteen 


premiums aggregate $85.00 cash. 


CONDITIONS. The purchaser of the seed is entitled to 
suggest one name for each and every packet of No.3 Water 
Melon bought; every packet sent out by us will be enclosed 
in a ‘‘Coupon Envelope,’’ on which the sender's post-office 
address and the name suggested are to be written in the 
blanks, and to be returned to us before October 1st, 1898. 
The money will be awarded in December, 1898, and the 
names and addresses of the successful competitors will be 
published in the 1899 edition of this catalogue. In event 
of two or more persons sending in the same winning name, 
the one received by us first will receive the money. All 
prize-winning names are to be our property, to be used for 
naming other things if we see fit. 


We are offering cash premiums for names for other seeds and 
plants, aggregating over $1,000.00. For full 
particulars see page 16. 


NEW WATER MELON, No. 3. 


This variety is of Russian origin. We have been 
many years working it up to its present perfection, 
and at last have secured a distinct and valuable 
sort. Many features of this Melon are absolutely 
distinct. The fruits are oval in shape, medium in 
size; the color of the rind is dark green, with 
faint pencillings of a lighter shade, and though 
the rind is thin itis very tough. The flesh is very 
deep, extending to within half an inch of the rind, 
and is entirely different from anything ever known 
in a water melon, the color can best be described 
as a rich orange buff, and it is as sweet as any 
variety in cultivation. Its style and freedom of 
ripening are peculiar. The melon grower in our 
Northern latitudes is often compelled to lose im 
large proportion of his crop by reason of prema- Ih 
turely cold weather. Ordinary varieties completely 
succumb to these early, cold spells, and, of course, 


fail to ripen the fruit left on the vines. But this sort has the peculiarity of ripening 
fruits up quickly, even after such a check, and when fruits are only three- 
quarters grown, and ripening them so thoroughly, too, that at the least 
touch of the knife they burst open with that peculiarly full ripeness 
such as is known in the South. Price, 25c. pkt. 


THE CARMES MUSK MELON. 


This Melon was cultivated exclusively by the Carmelite 
Friars in their convent gardens for many years, and 
would, we suppose, have been lost to the outer world 
but for the fact that a small portion of the seed was 
given to a gardener by a destitute peasant who had 
received one of the fruits when seeking alms at the 
hands of the good Friars. 

Once into the world, it grew rapidly in the esteem 
of the gardening fraternity, and we think ourselves | 
quite fortunate in having secured sufficient to — 
work up @ stock, under American cultivation, 
to offer to our customers. 

It is now thoroughly adapted to our climati¢ 
conditions. The vine is very vigorous, pro- 
ducing an enormous number of fruits. These 
are very dark olive-green in exterior color, 
slightly netted and generally rough in sur- 
., face. The ribs are very deep and strongly 
‘marked, projecting irregularly at each end, 
which gives it an uneven appearance. It 
has but little seed cavity, and the flesh is 
salmon red and is very deep, ripening clear 
»,, to the rind. The texture of flesh is perfect, 
“and the délicious flavor is beyond comparison. 
. It is, without doubt, an acquisition worthy 
,of a wide acquaintance. (See cut.) Price, 
‘15c. pkt., 60c. oz., $2.00 Y% lb. 


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“Crimson CUSHION” 
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“Perfection in Tomatoes at last.” $ 
“Almost seedless.” 
“Solid as beefsteak.” 
“Large size.” 
““As smooth as an apple.’”’ 
“Ripens thoroughly at stem end.” 


GCOOQOQOOOOO® 
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THE EARLIEST LARGE TOMATO. 


When we introduced the Ponderosa, we 
hazarded the opinion that that famous variety 
was the forerunner of a new race of Tomatoes 
that would eventually displace the seedy, 
strongly acid sorts in general cultivation, and 
the advent of this splendid variety verifies this 
prediction. The ‘Crimson Cushion” is more 
symmetrical in shape than the Ponderosa, and 
is much thicker through from stem to ‘‘blossom 
end”’; in fact, so marked is this characteristic 
that it is frequently almost round. The color 
is brilliant scarlet crimson, untinged with 
purple, and ripens up almost completely to the 
stem. The ‘‘Crimson Cushion,” like the Pon- £ 
derosa, is almost seedless, requiring from 10 to : 
12 bushels of ripe fruit to produce one pound 
of seed, whereas a pound of seed is realized 
from 3 bushels of ordinary Tomatoes. These 
figures tell better than any description the 
“seedless” character of this grand variety. 
The flesh is firm and ‘‘meaty,” and of superb 
quality. It is enormously prolific and early for 
so large a Tomato. (See cut.) Price, 15c. pkt., 
60c, 0z., $2:00 14 lb. 


HAT OUR CUSTOMERS 
THINK OF HENDERSON’S 


“J write to let you know how well pleased I am 
with ‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomato. They are of 
good size, very smooth, and ripen up well at stem- 
end. Although not the earliest, they are among 
the best of 110 varieties. 

“Again thanking you for your kindness in send- 
ing seed for trial, I remain, 

THOS. H. BRINTON, 
Chadds Ford, Delaware Co., Penna. 


“T have been raising your ‘Crimson Cushion’ 
Tomato this season, and think them by far the 
finest tomato for all purposes that I have ever 
grown. I weighed two last week that weighed 114 
Ibs. each, and measured 17% inches in circum- 
ference and 5% inches across bottom of bloom- 
end.”’ JOHN L. BOARDMAN, Macon, Ga. 


“T picked my last ‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomato 
from the vines on October Sth; it measured 16 
inches in circumference and of the firmest flesh I 
ever saw. I consider it the finest Tomato that 
can be grown in this climate; it is perfection. 
There are no seeds grown like‘ Henderson’s’ and if 
a little higher in price still they are the cheapest, 
as quality and growth are certain.” 

R. H. HOAG, Jr., Norcross, Minn. 


“ The ‘Crimson Cushion’ is so far ahead of 
any other varieties that I think they are not 
worth our notice. I have nice large solid 
Tomatoes when my neighbors have none. I 
never plant seeds of my own raising but 
always order from you.” 

MRS. A. H. LOOS, W. Latayette, O. 


qualities. 
outer surface is perfectly smooth. 
surface of the bulb is quite tender. 


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‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomato. 


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THE LATEST PRODUCTION of the new 
“ALMOST SEEDLESS” Class of Tomatoes. 


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“T had one plant of your ‘Crimson Cushior’ 
Tomato last summer, planted by a post ten feet 
high; it grew three feet above the post and was 
full of fruit from bottom to top. I counted ther 
as they ripened until I counted fifty, but many 
more ripened after I ceased to count them. After 
the frost came, I gathered enough green ones to 
make three gallons of pickle. This seems incred- 
ible, but it is nevertheless true.”’ 

MRS.J. W. McGOHEE, Clarksville, Tenn. 


“Although last season was very unfavorable, 
especially the latter part, yet I had some very fine 
‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomatoes. I counted on one 
stalk some forty tomatoes all perfect and some 
very large.” 

IRWIN WALTHOUR, Greensburg, Pa. 


“‘T planted the ‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomato last 
year, and though I have tried many others,I have 
never seen any that equals the‘ Crimson Cushion.’’’ 

B. H, CRAIG, Selma, Ala. 


““Tast season your ‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomato 
beat anything in this vicinity for earliness, size, 
form and quality.” W. Rk. MORRISON, 

5152 Easton Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 

“The ‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomatoes are good 
enough for me. In fact I never saw their equal. 
I shall plant only these this year. I sing their 
praises whenever opportunity offers.” 

GEORGE L. TAYLOR, Hamlet, Til. 

“T think the ‘Crimson Cushion’ Tomato seeds 
you sell are the best Tomato seeds I have ever 
planted.” MRS. I’. G, SPANN, Moss Point, Miss. 


EARLY WHITE MILAN TURNIP. 


As early as the Early Purple Top Milan, and possesses all of its good 
The entire bulb, inside and out, is clear ivory-white in color; the 


Tt grows so quickly that even the outer 


Its table qualities are unequalled, being of most delicate flavor and 
tempting appearance. 

It will undoubtedly find a welcome in our markets, as, in addition to the 
heavy crop assured by its adaptability for close planting, it will be found to be 
fit for use at least a week earlier than any other white variety in cultivation. 
(See cut.) Price, 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 1b., $1.25 lb. 


‘OUR SEEDS ARE NO LONGER SUPPLIED THROUGH DEALERS. OUR OBJECT: By only supplying the 
planter direct we protect many customers who have had other seeds foisted upon them as «‘ Henderson’s.”’ 


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)_ market Gardeners and Truck Farmers 


WHO USE LARGE QUANTITIES OF SEEDS. 


As we no longer supply our seeds through 

dealers and storekeepers, we are - 
able to supply you direct at 

lower prices than ever. 


WE DELIVER FREES ize 


Anywhere in the United States, 
That is, at any Post Office or Railroad Express Office, 


ALL VEGETABLE SEEDS, FLOWER 
SEEDS AND BULBS, 

EXCEPT WHERE NOTED. 

ASP ARAGUS 1 oz. for 60 ft. of drill. 
¢ For culture see page 12. 
HENDERSON’S “PALMETTO.” 

Larger, Earlier, more Regular and Even in Size, and more 
prolific than any other Asparagus Grown. 

Until we found this new Palmetto Asparagus, Conover’s 
Colossal was the leading sort, and justly so; but the Pal- 
metto is not only much earlier, but is also a better 
yielder, and is more even and regular in its growth. 


Average bunches, containing 15 shoots, measure 1314 
inches in circumference and weigh about 2 pounds. The 


Palmetto has now been planted in all parts of the country, and the reports we have indicate that it 


is equally well adapted for all sections Northand South. Its quality is unequalled. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 


25c. oz., 75c. 14 1b., $2.00 lb. 
Colossal. 


quality. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 15¢c. 14 lb., 40ce. Ib. 


= ASPARAGUS: ROOTS ===] see 


A saving of two years is effected by planting roots. 


50 Roots supplied at the 100 rate, 500 at the 1,000 rate. 


The standard variety. The shoots are of the largest size, very productive and of the best 


For culture see page 12. 


Buyer Paying Transit. | Delivered Free 
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tea ES 5 6) iy od PER 100 | PeR 1,000 PER 100 
THE PALMETTO. Splendid two-year-old roots, $1.50 $10.00 $1.90 
cS ce Selected 3-year-old. Special size for forcing. 2.50 3.50 
Colossal. Fine 2-year-old roots, 1.00 6.00 1.40 
BROCCOLI. BRUSSELS SPROUTS. 

Culture same as Cauliflower. See page 12. | For culture see page, 12. 


WHITE CAPE. Heads medium size, close, 
compact, of creamy white color; one of the 
most certain to head. 1l5c. pkt., 60c. oz., $2.00 
YY lb. 

PURPLE CAPE. Differs from the preceding 
only in color. 10c. pkt., 50c. oz., $1.50 14 lb. 

WALCHEREN. A valuable sort, with 
firm heads. 10c. pkt., 50c. oz., $1.50 14 lb. 


large, 


| TALL FRENCH. 

| 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 Ib. 

| DWARF IMPROVED. A variety producing 
compact sprouts of excellent quality. 10c. pkt., 
20c. oz., 60c. 14 1b., $2.00 lb. 

DALKHEITH. This variety is a great improvement 
on the old tall-growing sort; it is much more 
dwarf and compact, and produces ‘‘Sprouts”’ of 
larger size. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75¢e. 14 lb. 


Very fine. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 


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‘““DALKEITH”’ BRUSSELS SPROUTS. 


DO NOT FORGET THAT WE OFFER LIBERAL PREMIUMS ON ORDERS. 


For particulars see page 6. 


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(CLIMBING or POLE BEANS. 


1 qt. to 150 hills ; 10 to 12 qts. to the acre in drills.—For culture see page 12. 
Beans, Gorn and Peas we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 
5c. per pint or 10c. per quart is added to the prices. «oe 

“OLD HOMESTEAD.” This we regard as far ahead of any other green Pole Bean. In our trial 
grounds last summer it was fit for the table on August Ist, which was at least ten days earlier 
than any other green climbing sort. It is enormously productive, the pods hanging in great clus- 
ters from top to bottom of the pole. Itis entirely stringless, andthe podsare asilvery green color, 
resembling the popular Refugee Bush Bean. The pods, though large, cook tender and melting, 
and we can recommend it as the best green Pole Bean. 15c. pkt., 25c. pt., 40c. qt., $2.50 peck. 

“GOLDEN CHAMPION.” This is certain to be the leading Early Wax Pole Bean, as it is fully 
two weeks earlier than the Golden Cluster Wax Pole, being fit to pick on July 24th of last year. 
The pods are enormous, resembling the Yosemite Wax in size and form; color light yellow. 
They are absolutely stringless and cook tender. The Golden Champion was the only Wax Pole 
Bean that did not rust or spot badly in 
our trial grounds last summer. Every 
garden should contain the ‘Golden 
Champion” and ‘Old Homestead.” 
(See cut.) 15c. pkt., 30c. pt., 50c. qt., 
$3.00 peck. 

Horticultural or Speckled Cranberry. 
Popular either in the green state or 
shelled. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., 
$1.50 peck. 

SCARLET RUNNER. A great favorite, 
both ornamental and useful. Height, 
ten feet, presenting dazzling scarlet 
flowers, from July to October. Used 
both as a string bean and shelled. 
Seeds, when ripe, lilac, mottled black. 
10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 35c¢. qt., $2.00 peck. 

White Dutch Runner. Similar to the 
preceding, excepting seeds and flowers, 
which are white. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 
35c. qt., $2.00 peck. 

| German Wax Pole. One of the best 
varieties either for snaps or shelled in 
the green state. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 
35c. qt., $2.00 peck. 


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Or packets of Beans, with few excep- 
Gions, are really small square boxes 
containing nearly half a pint. 


We GARLY GOLDEN 
CLUSTER WAX. 


= 2 aa ue Begins to bear early in July and 
continues until frost. The pods are six to eight inches long, are most freely produced, 
and are of a beautiful golden yellow; the flayor is most delicious. Can be used either 
shelled or as a string bean. (See cut.) 15e. pkt., 25c. pt., 40c. qt., $2.25 peck. 


PoLeE LimxA BEANS. — 


LARGE WHITE LIMA. With nearly every one the seeds, either green or ripe, of 
this variety are considered the most tender and delicious of the Bean family, and it is 
therefore universally grown both for market and family use. The ripe seeds are 
flattish kidney shape, and havea dull white color. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 35c. qt., $2.00 peck. 

DREER’S IMPROVED LIMA. The distinctive features of this are early maturity, 
large yield and extra quality. The bean itself is thick and round, rather than oval- 
shaped, as most other Limas are. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 35c. qt., $2.00 peck. 

JERSEY EXTRA EARLY LIMA. In our experience with it from year to year, we 
have found it invariably ten days to two weeks earlier than any other Pole Lima. 
The pods of it have been large enough to pick July 24th, and have been sold in the 
New York markets a week later. The beans are atrifle smaller than those of the 
Large White Lima, but are all the better on that account, as small beans are always 
considered preferable, being more tender and delicious. Every one desiring a Pole 
Lima Bean should plant the Jersey Extra Early, as it combines, better than any other, 
quantity, quality and earliness. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 25c. pt., 40c. qt., $2.75 peck. 

SMALL LIMA OR SIEVA. A variety of the large White Lima. The pods, however, 
are much smaller, usually about three inches long. It is a little earlier and more 
hardy. The seeds also are smaller, but of the same color as the Large White Lima. 
lic. pkt., 25c. pt., 40c. qt., $2.50 peck. 


JERSEY EXTRA EARLY LIMA BEAN, 


per pint or 


'& Beans, Gorn.and Peas we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if °° "“iderper quaré iS added to the prices. & 


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BEANS, PEAS AND CORN 


We do NOT deliver free, but will 
do so if Sc. per pint or 10c. per 
quart is added to prices. 


: 1 quart to 100 feet in drills; 1 bushel 
Ww l to the acre in drills. 


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VALENTIN Earliest Red Valentine, 


The Standard Green Podded Dwarf Snap Bean. 


Fully 10 days earlier than the old 
popular Valentine. 


This variety is at least 10 days earlier than the Early Red Valentine, and is usually ready to 

pick in 45 days from time of planting. On account of its great earliness itis largely grown by market 

gardeners, but, except in the characteristic of extreme earliness, it differs in no other way from the 

Early Red Valentine described below. By a competitive test made by one of the highest authorities on 

the subject in this country, Henderson’s Earliest Red Valentine was proven to be 10 days earlier than any 

other stock. Sold only in sealed packages. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.20 peck, 
$3.75 bushel. 

NEW STRINGLESS GREEN BUSH BEAN, No. 1 (for which we want a name). For 
particulars see page 18. 

EARLY RED VALENTINE. Desirable for either market or family use, being early, productive, 
tender, and of excellent flavor. The pods are round, somewhat curled, and the seeds, when ripe, 
salmon speckled with purplish rose. 10e. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bush. 

WHITE VALENTINE. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.20 peck, $3.75 bush. 


Henderson's Oream Valenti 
te FIGNCGPSONS OFEAM Valente. ate 
Distinctly superior to its parent, the Early Red . Soa a 
Valentine. The plant is consider- «& : yr a » 
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. at exactly the same distance. = r 
The pods are borne in 
enormous quan- 
tities close to 
the centre of the 
plant, and are 
not only longer, 
but muchthicker 
and more meaty than any of this type; stringless. Another 
advantage which will recommend it to all is that the beans 
retain their tenderness much longer than in any other 
variety we know of. (See cut.) Price, 15c. pkt., 25c. pt., 
40c. qt., $2.50 peck, 


Henderson's _Blaok Valentine. 


Possesses all the merits of our old favorite Valentine, and, 
in addition, has other valuable points. The pod is fully one- 
third longer than the Red Valentine. The pods are perfectly 
round and straight, without any ‘‘saddle-back,” and of a 
beautiful soft green color. 

It is also equally early, but has another advantage in that 
it is more suitable for late planting. Ina test of the Extra 
Early Refugee, Henderson’s Earliest Red Valentine and Black 
Valentine, conducted in the fall, we found that Black Valen- 
tine was fully as useful as Extra Early Refugee, being equally 
as hardy in every respect as the Refugee, while the beans 
were produced in enormous quantities. For any purpose, 
or at any time of the year, this bean will be found exceedingly valuable 
to allclasses of growers. Price, 15c. pkt., 25c. pt., 40c. qt., $2.50 peck. 


HENDERSON’S ‘‘CREAM VALENTINE”’ BEAN. 


BEANS, CORN and PEAS we do not deliver free, but will do so if 5c. per pint or 10c. per quart is added to prices. 


31 


Beans, Peas and Corn 
we do not deliver free, 
but will do so if 5c. per 
pint or 10c. per quart is 
added to prices. 


BEANS, DWARF or BUSH.—Continued. 
‘etal LONGFELLOW ides Long green pods. 


Received an AWARD O F MERIT from The Royal Exceedingly prolific. 
Horticultural Society of England, 13th Aug., 1896. 4!ways solid. 


This is an ideal String Bean. The pods are 61% Delicious flavor. aS Se sen — 
inches long, pale, soft green in color, perfectly straight Wonderfully tender 
and round They are free from that woolly inner 
lining of tough skin which we associate with old Remarkably early. 
beans, and what little string exists is not developed 
until the pod is quite old. The flavoris most delicious, 
and it has the peculiarity of preserving its delicate 
color almost intact when prepared for thetable. Itis 
remarkably early, being ready for use four days in 
advance of any variety of merit. Its bearing qualities 
are unexcelled, and it matures its crop very regularly, 
even under adverse conditions. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 
20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bush. 


EBARLY WARWICK. One of the earliest, if not 
the earliest, Green Bush Bean. The pods are string- 
less until they reach a stage at which they are past 
maturity for marketing. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., 
$1.50 peck, $5.00 bush. 

Early Mohawk. Very early and will stand more cold 
than most of the bush varieties. This variety is 
largely grown in the Southern States for Northern 
markets. The pods are from five to six inches long; 
the seeds, when ripe, drab with purple spots. 10c. 
pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.50 bush. 

Rhode Island Dwarf Caseknife. A continual bearer dur- 
ing the summer. Exceedingly early, and, when young, the 
beans are tender and of very fine flavor. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 
30c. qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bush. 

REFUGEE, OR THOUSAND TO ONE. This has always been 


Longfellow 
... Bean. 


popular; it is a very productive medium or late variety. ‘The 

young pods are tender, of fine flavor and of handsome appearance. Long Yellow Six Weeks. Early, 
Is extensively grown for pickling. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., very productive and of excel- 

$1.00 peck, $3.25 bush. lent quality. Pods often eight 
EXTRA EHARLY REFUGHE.—It is similar in every respect inches long. Seeds, when ripe, 

to the ordinary Refugee, but is nearly two weeks earlier. Itis yellowish dun color. 10c. pkt., 

enormously prolific, and from its earliness is almost certain to 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, 

produce a crop, no matter how unfavorable the season. In qual- $3.50 bush. 

ity it is unexcelled, being exceptionally free from string, and | Barly China. An old standard 

meltingly tender at all stages of its growth. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., variety that is very early. 10c. 


20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.20 peck, $3.75 bush. zl pkt., 15¢e. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 


peck, $3.50 bush. 

Dwarf Horticultural. A bush variety of the 
well-known Horticultural Pole Bean. 10e. 
pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.25 peck, $4.00 bush. 

WHITE MARROW. The variety so exten- 
sively grown for sale in the dry state. 
It is also valued asastring bean. 
Seeds areivory-white. 10c. pkt., 15c. 
pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bush. 

Large White Kidney, Excellent as 
a shell bean. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 
25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bush. 


BUSH LIMA BEANS. 


BURPEE’S BUSH LIMA. While nominally a bush form of the 
Large, White Lima, growing about twenty inches high, we have 
lately found Burpee’s Bush Lima has a greater tendency to revert to 
the running variety than any of the other Dwarf Limas. While not 
so early as Henderson’s Bush Lima, its larger size will commend it 
tomany. The pods are about the size of the Large Pole Limas and 
contain nearly as many beans. 10c. pkt., 15c. 14 pt., 20c. pt., 35e. 
qt., $1.75 peck. 

DREER’S BUSH LIMA. Dreer’s Improved Pole Lima has been grown for 

years, the beans growing close together in the pods, and being very thick, 

sweet and succulent; itis generally considered of finer quality than the Large 

Pole Lima. This bush form is entirely fixed in its character, growing about 

eighteen inches high and of vigorous habit. This variety, from its abundant 

foliage, always succeeds better in a dry season, and we would advise planting 
it two feet apart. 10c. pkt., 15c. 16 pt., 20c. pt., 35c. qt., $1.75 peck. 


For the ‘‘ Henderson’’ Bush Lima see next page, No. 32. 


Beans, Peas and Gorn-wée do NOT deliver fre6, Dut Will dO SO “per ates Stace” $0 prices. 


EXTRA EARLY REFUGEE BEAN. 


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ENDERSON’S_____-—. 


ranma DLN 
TrIMM A. ‘ 
One of the most valuable characteristics of Naa PSE >| ay Zan A Gi: Ee 
Henderson’s Bush Lima is its EXTREME EARLI- Hii al| AX ad Oy eet Sas \ WE yl) SY 
NESS, as it comes in from two to three weeks | aA TEN $ a ie Ne 
ahead of any of the other climbing or Bush 
Limas, thus supplying us with a delicious vege- 
table at a time when the garden is somewhat 
bare, filling in, as it does, the gap between Peas 
and the Pole Limas. The small size of Hen- 
derson’s Bush Lima, which at first was urged 
as an objection to it, has proved one of the 
strongest points in its favor, as the public, 
rightly enough, prefer small beans, always 
associating great size in Lima beans with 
coarser quality. Henderson’s Bush Lima is 
enormously productive, bearing continuously 


BONS 


throughout the summer until killed by the frost. \ i y 

Its ersatent merit, of course, lies fa the fact \\ oe SPECIAL OFFER. y igi 

that it is a true bush variety, requiring no AN a I packet of each of the (USqiia} 

support from stakes or poles, but, at the same Nawal fires Bovecseni Mende q 

time, the experience of all who have grown it |) for 25c., delivered free. 

has been that it excels as well in quality, quantity Coe Sr ae y if ey eee. me rn 
qi = “Seeds o urpee’s Bush Lima ns, Dreer’s Bush Li é enderson’s New Bus 1 4 

gue See ra. ce pets aie 7@ Pt., planted this seagOn, and in so far SOG year's trial goes, Henderson's New Bush Lima is decidedly 

Uc. pt., voc. qt., PECK, So. ushel, in the lead. It is earlier and more prolific than either of the other two. 


= Bulletin No. 51, 
Burpee’s and Dreer’s Bush Limas are offered Agriciitural Exp. Station #AubumeAca 


on preceding page, No. 31. “Your Bush Lima Bean is the only one suited for this section, and ripens plenty of seed every 
year.’’ H. H. GROFF, Simcoe, Ont., Canada. 


\“ DWARF or BUSH, 


site BEANS. 


Improved Golden Wax. 


In the Improved Golden Wax which 
we now offer we have a bean that 
possesses all the good points of the 
old Golden Wax, but is larger in pod 
and much more prolific. This im- 
proved stock is one of the handsomest. 
beans we have ever seen, being of 
dark rich golden yellow color and of 
perfect shape. Itis of grand quality, 
showing no string or coarseness even 


melting flavor, at all stages of its 
growth. For market gardeners or pri- 
vate families, no better bush hean can be 
planted. (Seecut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. 
qt., $1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 
GOLDEN WAX. A strong-growing, distinct 
variety, at least a week earlier than the Black 
Wax. The pods are long, brittle and entirely string- 
less. As a snap bean it perhaps excels all others in tenderness and 
richness of flavor. Seeds, when ripe, purple and white. 10c. pkt., 
lic. pt., 25e. qt., 90c. peck, $3.00 bushel. 
GOLDEN-EYED WAX. This is an early and vigorous-growing variety, 
yielding a great profusion of tender pods of a beautiful waxy appearance. The 
vine grows about one and a half feet high, holding the pods well off the ground, thus 
keeping them clean and attractive. Itis singularly free from blight and rust. The pods 
are flat and large. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 
BLACK WAX. When ripe the pods are yellow, averaging 7 inches in length, very tender 
and of the best quality. Seeds, when ripe, glossy black. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 90ce. peck, 
$3.00 bushel. 
CYLINDER BLACK WAX. This is an improved stock of Black Wax, so superior to the ordinary 
strains as to be worthy of anew name. By a comparative test in our trial grounds, we proved beyond 
XN NS question that it was earlier than any other stock, was perfectly round-podded, and of an even rich golden 
WW Sie color. Enormously productive. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 
\ NUNS White Seeded Wax. A variety with roundish flat wax-like pods. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bushel. 


BEANS, PEAS and GORN we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 5c. per pint or 10c. per quart is added to prices. 


N\ 


OPYRIGH TAN 
By [BLN 
* asong 


when past its best, but is of tender, ~ 


BEANS. DWARF WAX POD. (Continued, ) 


Among green beans, the Refugee type has always been most 
valuable. This wax variety has all the peculiar characteristics 
of the old Refugee, such as small, dense foliage, great productive- 
ness, roundness of pod and handsome appearance. It will readily 
be seen that the advantages gained in produc- 
ing a wax form of this must be great. It pro- 
duces pods of a clear, transparent color. It 
remains tender longer than any other wax sort, 
and is practically ever-bearing. It is free 
from rust, and its dense habit of growth ren- 
ders it proof against long-continued drought. 
This feature is valuable, and this is the only 
Wax Bean we know of that possesses it. (See cut.) 
10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.75 bushel. 


YOSEMITE MAMMOTH WAX. 


The pods frequently attain a length of ten to 
fourteen inches, with the thickness of a man’s 
‘finger, and are nearly all solid pulp, the seeds being 
very small when the pods are fit for use. The pods are a rich 
golden color, and are absolutely stringless, cooking tender and 
delicious. 


It is enormously productive, as many as 50 of its 


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\ variety nearly twice as wide apart as ordinary bush — 


C1 FROM. 
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“REFUGEE 
WAX” 
BEAN. 


REFUGEE WAX. 


Our paekets of Reans, 
_ with few exceptions, are 
really small square boxes 
containing nearly half a 
pint. 


pro- 
monster pods having been counted on one digious 
bush. The plant is so large and vigorous, yielder 
and the pods are so solid and pulpy, that 
they require a great deal of light and air to 
perfect them. We would again call atten- 
tion to the necessity of planting this grand 


beans. (See cut.) 10c. 14 pt., 20c. pt., 35c. gt, $2.25 peck 
$8.00 bushel. Cae ane oe 


VALENTINE WAX. A striking acquisition has been obtained in the list of Wax Beans through 
a Se the introduction of this variety. Up tillnow there has been no variety of such 
An Improved Extra Early Valentine prominence among Wax Beans that could compare with that of the Valentine. 
Bean, with round wax pods..%%% among green beans. We now have an excellent Wax-podded variety possess- 
ing in a remarkable degree the excellent features of this sort. Itis very early 
for a Wax Bean. A planting made on June 12th gave usa fair picking by July 28th—46 days. Its valueasia 
shipper remains to be proved, but it is certainly very tender, and almost without string; in fact, the 
pod is free from any toughness whatever, but is remarkably solid throughout. It is handsome in appear- 
ance, and while it is fair to say that we have not yet seen it exposed to conditions conducive to the 
development of rust, yet we think it will prove to be almost rustless. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 
30c. qt., $1.25 peck, $4.50 bushel. 


’ ly Stringl iff 
KEENEY’S RUSTLESS GOLDEN WAX, “foluty Stig tom Roe 


A strong-growing bush variety of remarkable vigor and freedom from 
rust; it sends out short tendrils on which pods are formed in 
addition to those near the central stalk of the plant, 
which accounts for its wonderful productiveness, 
amounting, under favorable conditions, to 100-fold. 

The pods are meaty and well filled, thick-flat 
when young and semi-round later; of rich yellow 
color and fine quality, and entirely stringless, 
even when old enough to shell. They are also free 
from that -parchment-like lining which makes 
many varieties tough, unless when very young. 
If the pods are picked as fast as formed, the 
* plant continues to furnish a bountiful supply 
for a long season. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.25 
peck, $4.50 bushel. 


WARDWELL’S KIDNEY WAX. 


This variety is very hardy, and both pod and 
plants are more robust than usual for a Wax Bean. 
Theshape of the beans is distinct from ali other 
Wax varieties, being of a perfect kidney shape. 
It produces a heavy crop of purely Wax pods, which 
are very long, flat, showy and not liable to rust or 
blister. Very early. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt, 30c. qt., 
$1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 

FLAGEHOLET WAX. This is really one of the 
most valuable varieties for either private or 
market garden purposes. It is as early as either 
the Black or Golden Wax sorts, and has a pecu- 
liar value in the fact that it is nearly always 
exempt from rust. The pods are often a foot in 


length, exceedingly succulent and tender. Itis 


BEANS, PEAS AND GORN "°° 2°? EERE EGON 2° 8° an “enormously ‘productive vanity. 100. pit, 
=) , 


‘ ADDED TO’ PRICES. 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.25 peck, $4.50 bushel. 


For Oultural 
T Directions 
e see page 12. 5 to 6 Ibs. to the acre in drills. 


ELECTRIC. Combines more good qualities than any one variety; almost round; 
leaves are small and close to the centre; tap-root small, starting from the bulb without 
taper; color dark crimson, alternating with rings ofa lighter hue. The constancy of color 
in every bulb largely enhances its value. It is extremely early; but it is when pre- 
pared for the table that its fine qualities become most apparent, the fine, rich color 
making it conspicuous. The flesh, of delicate texture, is rich, sugary and entirely free 
from fibre. 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 30c. 14 Ib., 75c. Ib. 

EGYPTIAN TURNIP. A standard sort, being from ten to twelve days earlier than the 
old Blood Turnip. The roots are large in size, and of a rich, deep crimson color. From 
the smallness of the tops of the Egyptian at least one-fourth more can be grown on the 
same space than any other variety. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55c. Ib. 

IMPROVED ARLINGTON. Of medium size and a dark rich blood-red color. One of the 
strongest points in favor of this variety is the fact that it does not get bitterand stringy 
when it is a little old, as is the case with many other varieties, but is sweet and tender at 
all times. Its grand quality, uniform shape and beautiful color leave nothing to be 
desired in this grand Beet. 0c. pkt., 15c. 0z., 25c. 14 Ib., 60c. lb. 

ECLIPSE. This variety is a great acquisition, has become exceedingly popular, and is one 
of the best early sorts. It possesses all the qualities requisite in a first-class Beet, and is 
of a uniform globular shape. The roots are a bright glossy red, fine-grained and delicious, 
with none of that earthy flavor so objectionable in many varieties. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 

Wi s — : 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 1b., 55c. Ib. 

EDMAND’S. While not strictly a first early Beet it follows very | HARLY BLOOD TURNIP. A well-known standard early 


closely and is the most uniform of all Turnip Beets, with very variety, following the above in earliness; it is of a rich, deep 
small tops and short foliage of arich red. The roots are hand- blood-red color, and of excellent quality. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 
some and round, very smooth, of good marketable size, and for 20c. 14 Ib., 45e. Ib. 

table-use no variety can excel it in fine quality. The skin is | SWISS CHARD, SILVER OR SEA-KALE BEET. This 
deep blood-red; the flesh also is dark red and exceedingly sweet variety is grown for its leaves only; the middle of the leaf is 
and tender. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 1b., 55ce. lb. cooked and served like Asparagus; the other portions of the leaf 


DEWING’S IMPROVED BLOOD TURNIP. An improved are used like Spinach. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 50e. 1b. 
variety of the Early Blood Turnip, of deep blood-red color, fine | BASTIAN’S BLOOD TURNIP. A good second early variety 


form and flavor; an excellent market sort. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., closely following Egyptian and Eclipse. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 
10c. 0z., 20c. 14 lb., 55c. Ib. V4 lb., 50e. Ib. 

LONG SMOOTH BLOOD-RED. An excellent late variety; a | Lentz. An extra early Turnip Beet with a very small top, pro- 
great improvement on the common Long Blood. (See cut.) 5c. | ducing a crop in six weeks from time of planting. It keeps well 


pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 45c. lb. and is productive. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50c. Ib. 
HENDERSON'S HALF LONG. Its shape and general appear- | Harly Yellow Turnip. Similar to the Blood Turnip, but differing 


ance and grand color are unapproachable. The top is medium in in color; flesh yellow. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20¢. 14 lb., 60ce. Ib. 

size and of a very rich glossy crimson. The bulb is three inches | Brazilian Variegated. Beautiful for garnishing and garden deco- 
in diameter at shoulder, tapering in pear-shaped form to the ration, the stems and veins being richly colored with crimson, 
slender root, and is entirely free from roughness. No more yellow and white. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 Ib., 75c. lb. 

brilliant color can be desired than is shown on slicing this | Barly Flat Bassano. Flesh white circled with pink; very sweet 
variety. It is extremely tender and free from woody fibre or and delicate in flavor. Chiefly valuable for its earliness. 5c. 
tough stringiness, and of peerless quality. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 50ce. Ib. 


15e. 0z., 30c. 14 Ib., 75e. lb. BEET. Sugar and Mangel. (See Farm Seed Department, page 73.) 


AGENUINE ONLY DIREC - eee raag an HENDERSON &CO., NEW: ¥ 


CARROT. 


HENDERSON'S NEW YORK MARKET has more good points 
than any other existing sort. The color is bright orange and most 
attractive. It has the minimum of core, and is crisp, tender and 
sweet. It is one of the heaviest cropping varieties and of sym- 
metrical shape and handsome appearance, an admirable variety 
to bunch for market, as well as being unexcelled for private use. 
10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 1lb., $1.25 lb. 

HALF LONG RED. (Stump-rooted.) In size and time of matur- 
ity it is between the Early Scarlet Horn and the Long Orange. 
This is the sort so common in the markets of New York and 


1 oz. of Carrot Seed will sow a row about 
100 feet long. 4 1bs. will sow an acre. 


3 


For Culture see page 13. 


vicinity. It attains only a medium size, but is admira- 

bly adapted to bunching, and in private gar- 

densis one of the best varie- 
mow VE ties to grow for use during the 

NEY 2 YESS summer. (See cut.) dc. pkt., 5 

\ \ ve 10¢. 0z., 25¢. 14 lb., 75e. Ib. 


HENDERSON’S INTERMEDIATE. This is certainly the best 
main crop carrot. Our ¢ut is no flattering representation, but 
shows it as we have seen it in enormous quantities, and we 
strongly advise our customers to plant it. It is one of the most 
uniform in shape that we know, and where the soil is favorable 
it will always grow clean and free from side roots. The core is 
small and very tender, and there is no indication of woody 
character at any stage of its growth. It is also entirely free 
from any coarse, rank flavor so common with many sorts. 
For private purposes it is ideal, and its yielding capacity is 
enormous, which, with its handsome color and fine appearance, 
makes it invaluable to truckers. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 
30c. % lb., 90e. lb. 


DANVERS. (Half Long.) A handsome, cylindrical-shaped carrot 
of good size and stump-rooted. It is of a rich, dark orange 
color, grows to a large size, is smooth, and the flesh very 
close in texture, with little core. It is a first-class carrot 
for all soils, and it is claimed that under good cultivation it 
will yield the greatest weight per acre with the smallest length 
of root of any now grown. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 
V4 Ib., 80e. lb. 


LONG ORANGE IMPROVED. One of the most desirable for 
either garden or field culture. It grows to a large size, fair 
specimens averaging twelve inches in length, and three inches 
diameter at the top. All who have cattle should raise a surplus 
of this carrot for feeding milch cows during winter. Itincreases 
the flow of milk and imparts to the butter adelicious flavor anda 
rich golden color. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. 02z., 25c. 14 1b., 70ce. lb. 


CHANTENAY HALF LONG SCARLET. A stump-rooted 


variety, somewhat resembling the well-known Nantes Carrot, 
but having a larger shoulder and being much more productive. 
5e. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 80ce. Ib. 


OXHEART, OR GUERANDE. A French variety of recent intro- 
duction and a decided acquisition. It is intermediate between. 
Half Long and Horn varieties and perfectly distinct. The shape 
is nearly oval and the color and quality all that can be desired. 
(See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 25c. 14 Ib., 80e. lb. 


EARLY FRENCH FORCING. The earliest variety and one 
largely grown for forcing purposes. It makes a small, almost 
globe-shaped root of an orange red color. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 
15ce. 02z., 30c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. 


EARLY SCARLET HORN. Favorite for early crop, butnot large. 
Sold largely in New York markets bunched. It matures eight to 
ten days earlier than the Long Orange, and is sometimes used 
for forcing. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 80e. lb. 


EARLY HALF LONG SCARLET CARENTAN. Theskinis ' 
smooth, flesh red, and without any core or heart. Itis excellent 
for forcing, and for fine quality and perfect shape can hardly be 
surpassed. 5c. pkt., 10e. oz., 25c. 14 Ib., 80e. lb. 


EARLY HALF LONG SCARLET. (Pointed-rooted.) A medium 
early sort of great value. It is most useful in the younger state, 
either in soups or cooked whole, and is much used for bunching. 
The tops are very small, which permits close planting. 5ce. pkt., 
10c. oz., 25ce. 14 lb., 80ce. Ib. 


LARGE WHITE BELGIAN. The lower part of the root is 
white, that growing above ground and exposed to the air being 
green. A very heavy cropper and should be largely grown for 
feeding to stock. 5c. pkt., 10c. o2z., 20c. 14 Ib., 50c. lb. 


YELLOW BELGIAN. Similar to the White Belgian in every 
respect except in color. 5c. pkt., 10¢. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50c. Ib. 


HEND 
VEGETABLE .SEEDS = 


First Early and Summer Varieties. 


1 oz. will produce 1,500 plants; 14 lb. of seed in beds to transplant for an acre. 


For Culture 
see page 12. 


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HENDERSON’S WHAT SOME PEOPLE 9 C b S d i 
CHARLESTON WAKEFIELD. .... THINK OF enderson S ab age ce F = 
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u “Thave been using Cabbage “T have heen using your v 

U for the past 30 years, and I find Henderson's Cabbage Seed for | 

v Henderson’s to be the most about 10 years, and it is the D 

t reliable ofall; his seed is really finest I have used ip 25 years’ wu 

better than he claims it to be.” gardening.” uy 

ql “Henderson’s Charleston : «<7 CBB ea) abe eee ‘ 

tl. Wakefield Cabbage is one of | Your CabbageSeéd produces te a 

Ql the finest early Cabbages I best Cabbage that I ever saw,’ ©, 

] ever planted. Your Succession either for nah et 0% family use, v 

) Cabbage for second early is the ard I shall always use your u 

5) finest Ieversaw. I had 4 heads Cabbage Seeds in thefutureand — 

> that weighed 102% lbs.” recommend them among my ©: 

C Be Gi Se oA = Os, friends and neighbors.” y 

a a Een Chanleston War ened “Had Peter Henderson done jy 

a) ed C. Sr : oh ai tGs Dest T nothing else but introduce the ty 

eae tanger att Early Wakefield Cabbage, it j, 

ray ae would be a lasting monument 7 

al “Your Summer Cabbage is to his name. No better variety } 

) the finestI ha veevergrown and is in cultivation to-day among n 

) I do not want to be without the early kinds.” nl 

fl it.” —CoUNTRY GENTLEMAN. v 

a a Na a a I NN Nd I dl om I J Seal 


THE CHARLESTON, 


OR LARGE TYPE 


OF WAKEFIELD. 


HENDERSON’S SELECTED 


EARLY JERSEY WAKEFIELD. 


The Standard Early Cabbage of America. 


This variety was first brought into general notice by the late 
Mr. Peter Henderson in his book, ‘*Gardening for Profit,” when it 
was first published twenty-five years ago. Its merits and character- 
istics are now so well known as to hardly need repeating here; 
still, as our catalogue annually falls into the hands of thousands 
who have not before seen it, we may state that it is universally 
considered the best early Cabbage in cultivation. Among its 
merits may be mentioned its large size of head for an early 
sort, small outside foliage, and its uniformity in producing a 
crop. The heads are pyramidal in shape, having a blunted 
or rounded peak. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 80c. 14 lb., $3.00 lb. 


SECOND EARLY CABBAGE. 


HENDERSON’S EARLY SUMMER. This peerless Cab- 
bage was named and ‘first offered for sale by us in 1874, and 
every year since we have used the utmost care in the selection 
of heads for seed purposes, and have so improved the variety 
that to-day we are selling a far better strain of the Barly 
Summer than we sent out in the year ofits introduction. This 
variety is about ten days later than the Jersey Wakefield, but 
being over double the size, it may be classed as the best second 
early Cabbage. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 80c. 14 Ib., $3.00 lb. 

EARLY WINNINGSTADT. About three weeks later than 
the early varieties. Itis a distinct sort; heads pyramidal, of 
large size, the outer leaves spiral and spreading, which 
necessitates planting it wider than the early sorts. 5c. pkt., 
20c. oz., 60c. 14 1b., $2.00 lb. 

FOTTLER’S IMPROVED BRUNSWICK. One of the very 
best. Heads large, flat, solid, and of good quality. Stem 
remarkably short, a sure header, and will stand long without 
cracking. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 1b., $2.00 Ib. 

LARGE EARLY YORK. A favorite variety, particularly in 
the South. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 1b., $2.00 Ib. 

ST. JOHN’S DAY EARLY DRUMHEAD. An early va- 
riety, very dwarf, with medium-sized hard heads. 5c. pkt., 
20c. 0z., 60c. 14 1b., $2.00 lb. 


The Largest and Best ‘‘ First Early’’ Cabbage. 


For some years past customers have requested us to pro- 
cure for them, if possible, a Cabbage which had all the 
characteristics of the Early Jersey Wakefield, but of a greater 
size. With this in view, we carefully selected from one of our 
best stocks of Wakefield a larger type, which is now so fixed 
in its character that we can offer it with confidence to those desir- 
ing a Cabbage of this kind. This selection will average about 50 
per cent larger in size than the old type of Wakefield, and is only 
two or three days later. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 40c. oz., $1.25 
14 Ib., $3.50 lb. ; 
HENDERSON’S EARLY SPRING. A new extra early Cabbage, 

with around flat head, coming in with the Early Jersey Wake- 

field and yielding one-third more on the same space of ground 
than any other extra early. (For full description and cut see page 

17.) 15c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.50 14 lb., $8.00 lb. 

EARLY FRENCH OXHEART. A favorite market variety- 
5e pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 Ib. 

EARLY YORK. Very early; small, round, slightly heart- 
shaped heads. 5c. pkt., 20c. 0z., 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 lb. 


HENDERSON'S 
“EARLY SUMMER” CABBAGE. 


LIBERAL PREMIUMS TO ALL CUSTOMERS. 


Do not miss them. 


See page 6. 


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HENDERSON'S 
The Grandest Cabbage in Existence ! 


The Succession Cabbage we consider one of our most valuable 
contributions to horticulture. It would be classed as asecond 
early variety, coming in a few days later than Early Sum- 
mer, but it is immeasurably superior to that variety ; it is 
of nearly double the size and is absolutely true to its 
type under all conditions. In addition to this, it has 
no tendency whatever to run to seed. We can say 
without exaggeration that it is the finest cabbage in 
existence to-day ; whether for medium early, main 
crop or late use, it hasnoequal. Itisso finely 
bred and so true to type that in a field of 
twenty acres every head appears alike. 

We can recommend it either for the 
market gardener, trucker or private 
planter, as it is a perfect cabbage in 
‘every respect, not only being of the 
largest size, but of handsome color 
and of the finest quality. Itis 
probably the safest variety for 
anamateur to plant asitdoes 
well at all seasons, and one 

is almost sure of getting a 
crop, no matter when it is 
planted. -Our stocks of cab- 
bage of all varieties have for 
years been the acknowledged 
standard of excellence in this 
country, and when we state 
that we consider Succession 
to be the most valuable va- 
riety that we have ever in- 
troduced, our opinion of its 
great merit will be apparent 
to all. We could fill many 
pages of our catalogue with 
unsolicited flattering testi- 
monials that we have re- 
ceived from all sections of 
the country in regard to its 
great excellence. 


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SUCCESSION CABBAGE 


ABSOLUTELY PERFECT 
IN EVERY RESPECT, 


Whether for 
summer 
or Winter 


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Price, 10c. per pkt., 40c. per 


oz., $1.25 per 14 lb., 
$3.50 per Ib. 


Henderson’s 
FAMOUS 


Succession Cabbage 


x Receives nothing but Praise * 


From Maine to California 
—==——_From Canada to Florida. 
HEADS HARD AND UNIFORM, AVERAGING 
10 to 12 pounds in weight and 36 inches in circumference. 


‘THOSE WHO HAVE GROWN IT WRITE: 
‘¢ The most beautiful type of “‘ Took First Premium.°? 
Cabbage ever raised.’’ 
BaD 


«“‘ Always harvests a good crop, 
even pared other varieties fail.’’ 

**‘ Your Succession is the best 
winter keeper.’’ 


Baad 
«‘ Every plant headed; 
none imperfect.’’ & Bd Bad 
«< The grandest Cabbage ever introduced.’’ 
*‘ We grew 16 acres of Succession, as 
fine Cabbage as ever grew.”’ 


«‘Your Succession Cabbage did all you claim 
for it last year. I beatall of my competitors 
badly. I can recommend it as a first-class 
second early as I found it a sure header.” 


“This year I set out in my garden 25 
plants of your Succession Cabbage. They 
matured about September ist, and they 

averaged 18 lbs. in weight, having several 

heads weighing 22 to 2414 1bs. each. The 
smallest head weighed 13 lbs.” 


“‘Let me say a few words about the Suc- 
cession Cabbage. 200 solid hard heads 
from 200 plants, 10 to 13 inches in diame- 
ter, some weighing 13 and 14 lbs. and the 
earliest in town. It is the best Cabbage 

ever raised where groundis not plenty, for 
every head counts large. I sold 50 plants 
which gave the same result; all from one 10 
cent packet.’’ 


“Your Succession Cabbage is the finest I 

everplanted. I haveone head which measures 

18 inchesin diameter. It all heads, and all are 
large heads.” 


“‘Henderson’s Succession Cabbage is hard to 
beat. Every plant made a fine head, some weighing 
15 lbs., notwithstanding a prolonged drought. They 
produced double the yield of Jersey Wakefield and Early 
Winningstadt planted alongside of it.” 


“Your Succession Cabbage excels all other Cabbage for this 


NOTE.—This peerless variety is'so well known and so much sought after that dealers everywhere are offering the ‘‘Succession Cabbage.’’ 


Henderson’s Succession Cabbage. 2.2% 


Nee WHAT PEOPLE SAY WHO HAVE GROWN IT: 


climate and altitude (7,600 feet}. I have plenty 
of heads now, March 9th, 1896,in my cellar that 
will weigh 20 lbs. each.” 


«<The two rows of Henderson Succession Cab- 
bage were worth more than the two dozen rows 
on each side of other strains.” 


“Thad one head of Succession Cabbage that 
weighed 15 lbs. The like we have never had 
around here before.” 


“T find your Succession Cabbage is the best 
for Galveston Island. It makes heads when all 
other kinds fail. I can raise a finer crop of 
Henderson’s Succession on half the manure that 
Ican any other Cabbage. I triedit side by side 
with three other kinds, which failed, while your 
Succession made fine heads. It is one of the 
finest Cabbages in existence.”’ 

“The Succession Cabbage was the best I ever 
taised; every plant madea fine head. I have 
bought seed of twenty or more seedsmen, and 
yours are the best.” 

**Your Succession Cabbage is the best keeper 
for winter. This is the 27th of February, and 
the cabbage is as solid and firm as if it was still 
fall, when I placed. it in the cellar.” 

**We consider your Succession Cabbage the 


finest by long odds raised in this section. In the 
midst of over ten rival fields, your Succession 


| easily caps them all.’”’ 


We 


desire to warn our customers against all such, unless the seed is bought from us direct and in our original packages. This is of vital importance, as 
many inferior stocks of Cabbage are being offered under the name of ‘‘ Succession’”’ or ‘‘ Henderson’s Succession.’’ 


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CABBAGE. Late or Winter Varieties. 


WweaQGr| Sy 


Henderson’s 


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pete 


THE SUPERIOR 


OF ALL 


Winter Cabbage 1a 


“The Autumn King Cabbage Seed I have bought 
Srom you annually since 7890. Ihave raised from 
them Cabbages that could not be surpassed in 
sizeand solidity of heads. It has been with me 
an all-year-round Cabbage.” 


““T take great pleasure in stating that your 
Autumn King and Succession Cabbages are the 
finest and the only Cabbages that we plant.” 


“We had 7,000 plants of Autumn King Cabbage 
from you last year, and, considering the terrible 
dry season we had, I think there is no other Cab- 
bage like it either for pickling or for other 
winter use.” 


“*T cannot speak too highly in praise of the 
Autumn King Cabbage. I had heads last year 
that weighed, trimmed, 79 lbs.” 


“The Autumn King Cabbage gave large solid 
heads, 75 to 78 lbs., as stated in catalogue. It re- 
ceived nothing but praise from all who saw it.” 


“Your Autumn King Cabbage I prefer to all 
others, bothas to flavor as well as size and solidity 
of head, and I think it would be hard to finda 
better keeper. It certainly is a success.” 


“The Autumn King Cabbage is the best late 
variety for this country Ihave ever struck. The 
water was all over my garden the 9th of November, 
and I was obliged to gather t Flat. Dutch 
varieties, but the Autumn King is still out and 
isin good condition. The water being over the 
heads did not make them burst. It is a King 
among Cabbage.” 


“The Autumn King Cabbage which I purchased 
of you last year was the jinest I ever raised. It 
measured 7/ inches across the heads, and some 
weighed 74 lbs. each. They are the best keepers. 
I do not think any one in my town had such 
Cabbage as I had.” 


“ From your Autumn King Cabbage Seed T have 
raised the finest Cabbages that I ever saw. Some 
of the heads (after being trimmed ready for 
market) weighed 19 lbs. in September. It is very 
tender and of jine flavor.” 


“Tsent a specimen of your Autumn King Cab- 
bage to the Sioux City Corn Palace. It weighed 
27 1-4 lbs., and I will wager $/00 that I can raise 
more pounds to the 100 heads than any other 

rower can with any other variety. I sold 200 

ads tooneman that averaged 22 4-2 lbs, to the 
head,” 


fJoudersons AUTUMN KINGe 


Enormous solid heads, averaging 15 to 18 lbs. Interior creamy white, compact and crisp. 
Measuring 36 to 40 inches in circumference, and, specially grown, often reaches 25 to 30 Ibs. each. 


Unequalled for cooking or slicing. Flavor especially fine. It is the best winter keeper. 


HIS peerless variety we introduced, and we will say, without hesitation, all statements 
to the contrary notwithstanding, that it is the finest late Cabbage in this country 
to-day, entirely distinct, and the best keeper; it produces enormous, solid heads of 

that glaucous green shade that is most desirable in a Cabbage. It has also such small 
outer leaves that it can be planted muck closer together than the ordinary late sorts, 
and it can be relied upon to produce a greater weight of crop per acre than any other 
variety, from the fact that it produces very few outer leaves and goes all to head. A 
distinctive feature of the AUTUMN KING is the peculiarly crimped leaves, which not only 
add to its appearance, but enable it to be dis- 
tinguished anywhere. So distinct is the AUTUMN 
Kine that the veriest novice can readily tell it | 
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in the trial grounds at a glance, and yet, not- | o 

withstanding this distinotieanees a Long Island || A Big Preston Co. | 
grower succeeded in foisting it under a new || | 
name on a Philadelphia firm of seedsmen. || CABBAGE. | 
It is only fair to say that on having their at- 

tention called to the matter they have in a way Editors ‘‘Post”’ :—We seein the “ Post”’ 
acknowledged their error. We mention this of the 10th inst., notice of a large Cabbage | 


k measuring 3 feet in circumference. I, this 
that our customers may not be misled. If you day, measured what we think is ourlargest, 


want the true AUTUMN KING CABBAGE, send || 2d it isjust 47 inches, clean solid goods, 
. See Onin troduce dea Paar va || and weighs 26 Ibs. This is the Autumn 
to us, who introduced it. The engraving gives || King variety from Peter Henderson &Co., 


35 and 37 Cortlandt Street, N. Y. Lots of 
36 and 40 circumferences and from 18 to 20 
pounders. 


| 

| 

| F. M. HUFFMAN, 
| Marquess, W. Va. | 


a good idea of its appearance. Price, 10c. pkt., 
40c. 0z., $1.25 14 lb., $3.50 Ib. 


YOU ARE ENTITLED to a PREMIUM 


II ! Remember on your Order. See page 6. 


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CABBAGE, LATE or WINTER. —~ 


CONTINUED. 

HENDERSON’S SELECTED LATE FLAT DUTCH. Me ANS 
This will be found one of the most satisfactory stocks of CN 
late Cabbage. We have for years been selecting and im- 
proving this old favorite, and for this purpose we have, 
each year, carefully selected the largest and best heads, 
and now we consider it superior to any other strain of 
this deservedly popular Cabbage. (See cut.) Price, 10c. 
pkt., 20c. oz., 70c. 14 1b., $2.50 Ib. 

PREMIUM: PLAT DUTCH. An excellent standard late 
variety, developing rather earlier in the fall than most late 
sorts, and*for that. reason not quite so well adapted for 
winter use. It is largely grown as an early fall sort; is 
very tender, and of superior flavor. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 
VY \b., $1.75 1b. 

HOLLAND. This variety is known also as Dutch Winter 
and Danish Ball Head. Its principal value lies in its hard 
heading qualities, which make it positively the best ship- 
per and winter keeper of any on the market. The weight 
of a head trimmed for market is fully one-fourth more 
than that of any other variety of a similar size. Destined 
to occupy a prominent place in market produce. (See cut.) 
10c. pkt., 30¢. 0z., 80c. 14 1b., $3.00 lb. 


.22 SAVOY CABBAGE._= 


We desire to call special attention to this class, 
all of the varieties enumerated below being of 
much finer flavor and quality than the best 
of other Cabbages. They are particularly 
adapted for private use, where quality 
rather than quantity is desired. Grown 
in fall and allowed to be touched by frost, 
it is one of the most delicious of all 
vegetables. 

NETTED SAVOY. This is the finest 
of the Savoy class, and a general fa- 
vorite. Heads large, very solid and 
compact, of a yellowish green color, 
and like all other of the Savoy varie- 
ties, is of excellent flavor, far sur- 
passing that of any other late Cab- 
bage. 5c. pkt., 25¢. oz., 75c. 44 Ib., 
$2.25 lb. 

AMERICAN DRUMHEAD SAVOY. 
Thelargest heading Savoy ; of excellent 
flavor, and a general favorite with 
market gardeners and truckers. (See cut.) 


HENDERSON’S SELECTED FLAT DUTCH CABBAGE. 


<~_FRED CABBAGE. 
RED DUTCH. Used almost exclu- 
sively for pickling. It is one of the 
hardiest of all Cabbages, and when 
preserved as directed in ‘‘ Garden- 
ing for Profit” will keep later in 
the season than any of them. It 
is slow to mature, however, and 
requires a richer soil for its per- 
fect development. 5c. pkt., 25c. 
0z., 60c. 14 Ib., $2.00 Ib. 
MAMMOTH ROCK RED. The 
Mammoth Rock Red is a large- 
growing and selected strain of late 
Red Cabbage. The heads will av- 
erage 12 lbs. each. 10c. pkt., 30c. 
0z., $1.00 14 Ib., $3.00 Ib. 


HAT IS THOUGHT OF OUR GABBAGE 
SEED BY THOSE WHO GROW IT. 


“Last spring I bought of your firm 4 ozs. of the Hol- 
Jand Cabbage. It was the very best seed and the very best 

late Cabbage that I ever saw grown, Can you fill my order tor 
this year from the same stock that my order of last year was filled 
from, or is this year’s stock just as good and as true to name?” 


“The Autumn King and Red Cabbage did splendidly; got first premium on Cab- 
bage at the Greenville Fair. I had three heads of Red Cabbage, one 12 Ib, 2 02., one 
11% Ibs. and one 9 Ibs.”’ 

“Have always found your seeds all you claim for them. Inclosed is an order for 
some of your noted Cabbage seed that I have grown ever since you sent them out, 
and I think they are the best of their kind on the market to-day.’’ 


AULIFLOWER. '=:' 200% 
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EXTRA EARLY DWARF ERFURT. Until the introduction of 
our Early Snowball this was considered the best early variety. It. 
is fine for forcing and equally valuable in the open ground. The; 
plants are dwarf and compact and seldom fail to form a good-sized 
head. 15c. pkt., $3.00 oz., $10.00 14 Ib. 

Half Early Paris or Nonpareil. 5c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.50 14 lb. 

EXTRA EARLY PARIS. 5c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.75 14 lb. 

Barly London. 5c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.25 14 lb. 

LARGE LATE ALGIERS. This is one of the best late varieties. 
It is largely grown for fall use, never failing to produce large, fine 

pp | heads. Very popular with market gardeners and canners. 10c. pkt., 

Pi 80c. oz., $2.75 14 Ib. 

Lenormand’s Short Stemmed. 5c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.50 14 Ib. 

VEITCH’S AUTUMN GIANT. This variety succeeds in the South 
better than any other. 5c. pkt., 60c. oz., $1.75 14 lb. 


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HENDERSON’S AND OTHER SO-CALLED 

SNOWBALL EARLY SNOWBALLS. 
“‘Henderson’s Early Snowbali Cauliflower, Iam sure, is the best 
kind in existence, no matter how loud and strong this and that 
seed-house is praising theirs, claiming them as the best in the 
world. By my own experience, I know yours is far ahead of all 
others; yours is not only the earliest but the surest heading Cauli- 
flower, while other much-lauded kinds were of no value.”’ 

A. KATZWINKEL, Market Gardener, Mendota, Ils. 


“J have been gardening for over 35 years, and have planted 
Henderson’s Snowball Cauliflower for several years. It is the best 
I have ever tried, and I have tried almost all varieties offered. 
Ninety-elght headed up out of 100 plants, and such magnificent 
heads!” 


“Cauliflower grown from your seed, both under glass and out- 
side, were a perfect success, not one failing to head. Size and 
quality the best.” 


“Enclosed please find order for your Snowball Cauliflower 
again this year. Last fall I took First Premium at the Orleans 
County Fair with three fine heads. There was quite a strong 
competition, too. I believe every plant made a head.” 


“T ordered seeds from your house last spring which turned out 
well. Snowball Cauliflower netted $1.00 per dozen, while all 
others not having the same seed only got 70e. to 80c. per dozen, 
and did not have so many good heads to cut.” 


“Your Snowball Cauliflower seed the past season did give 
remarkable results; had Cauliflowers that weighed 5 and 6 Ibs,”” 


“All seeds, both flower and vegetable, have been remarkably 
good. Iplantedarow of Cauliflower seed from a Phil idelphia 
seed-house from which I got one solitary plant. I planted along- 
side of this a row of your seed and not one failed to come up. 
Lhave been testing seed from your house and from many others, 
and I find yours, beyond comparison, the best.” 


—IT HEADS WHERE OTHERS FAIL== 


Those who have never succeeded - 
before should grow 


HENDERSON'S SNOWBALL. 


T is hardly necessary for us to describe this variety at all, as its name has now 
become a household word wherever this delicious vegetable is grown. Snow- 
ball Cauliflower is the standard everywhere for quality with the seedsman 

the market gardener, and the amateur. While originally reeommended and used 
as an early variety, it has not only supplanted all other sorts for early spring 
planting, but it has largely driven out the large late sorts for fall use, being much 
finer in quality, and the only Cauliflower that is absolutely certain to head when 
the conditions are right, forming a perfect snow-white head, averaging nine inches 
in diameter. HENDERSON’S EARLY SNOWBALL CAULIFLOWER is 
superior to all others. It is the earliest of all Cauliflowers. Its close-growing 

compact habit enables one-third more to be planted on the same space of ground 
than can be done with any other variety. For forcing under glass during winter 
and spring, this Barly Snowball variety is peculiarly well adapted, from its 
dwarf growth and short outer leaves, and for this purpose no other Cauliflower is 
now so largely grown. (See cut.) 25c. pkt., $4.00 oz., $14.00 VY lb. 


WE DELIVER FREE anywhere in the United States, direct to the planter, ALL 
VEGETABLE SEEDS, FLOWER SEEDS and BULBS, except noted. 


"CELERY. 


1 oz. for aime 000 Plants. 


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For Culture, see Loe renee 13. 


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WHAT IS... 
THOUGHT OF 


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“Your Celery Seed is winning 
friends throughout this section. 
l always get a higher price for my 
Celery than my neighbors who do 
not use your Seeds, for their Celery 
is not as good as mine. Several 
commission houses around here 
wanted my Celery—but I did not 
have enough to supply all.” 


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“The seed that | received from 
you this spring was very satisfac- 
tory, and | was very much pleased 
with the Golden Self - blanching 
Celery. It grew the largest and 
tl handsomest Celery | ever saw, and 
would like some more of the same 
u seed.” 
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“The best Celery | ever grew 
was from seeds | bought from 
y you.” 
Leme 


GIANT PASCAL. A selec- 
tion from the Golden Self- 
blanching Celery, partaking 
of the best qualities of that 
variety, but is much larger 
and a better keeper. It is of a fine, nutty flavor, being entirely free from any 
bitter taste. It grows two feet high; stalks broad, thick, crisp and stringless; 
the width and thickness of the stalks are distinctive features of this variety. It 
bleaches with but slight ‘earthing up,” and very quickly, usually in five or six 
days.. A valuable variety for both second early and midwinter use. (See cut.) 
10c. pkt., 30c. 0z., 75c. 14 Ib., $2.50 Ib. 

GOLDEN ‘DWARF. This, like many other standard varieties of vegetables, was 
first introduced by ourselves. The Golden Dwarf now constitutes the great 
bulk of main crop Celery that is produced in all sections of the United States. 
In the great Celery-growing districts of Kalamazoo, Mich., this variety is planted 
almost to the exclusion of all others, except the White Plume, which they use 
for the early crop. Golden Dwarf, when blanched, is of a waxy golden-yellow 
color; the stalks are cylindricalin shape and most solid and crisp in quality, and 
one of the best keeping of Celeries. (Seecut.) 5c. pkt., 25c. 0z., 80c. 14 1b., $2.75 lb. 

GOLDEN SELF-BLANCHING. A most valuable variety, par- 
taking of the character of the celebrated ‘‘White Plume” inas- 
much as it simply needs a slight earthing up or ‘‘handling.” It N 
is of a beautiful waxy golden color, very solid, and of arich nutty 
flavor. 10c. pkt., 40c. oz., $1.25 14 Ib., $4.00 lb. 

HENDERSON’S DWARF WHITE. This variety is 
perfectly solid, the stalks half-round. When blanched is 
ayellowish white, crisp, tender, and of fine flavor. 5c. pkt., 


25¢. 0z., T5e. 1 Ib., $2.00 lb. ter 


GIANT PASCAL CELERY 


HENDERSON’S HALF DWARF. Entirely solid, 
possessing a rich nutty flavor, while 
it has much vigor of growth, sur- 
passing most of the large-growing 
sorts in weight of bunch. 5c. pkt., 
25c. oz., 5c. YY lb., $2.50 1b. | 

BOSTON MARKET. Similar to 
the Dwarf White, but rather more 
robust. Theleaves are a darker 
green, the stalks when blanched 
being nearly white. It is anexcel- 
lent variety,solid, crisp andtender. 
5c. pkt., 25¢. oz., 75c. 14 Ib., $2.50 1b. 

GIANT WHITE SOLID. A large- 
growing sort, attaining a height, 
under good cultivation, of 3 feet. 
This variety is most suitable for 
southern sections of the country, as it grows 
freely in hot or dry atmosphere. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 
60c. 144 1b., $2.00 ]b. 


HEN DERSON’ S CELERY 


BY THOSE WHO PLANT IT: 


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SEED 


“1 find your Celery Seed (in fact 
all seeds) up to date and you are 
the safest seed firm to buy from.” 


“T only wish you could see my. 
stock of Celery, it is magnificent. 
The finest | ever grew, / think. J 
shall send you my order next year.”’ 


“For a good keeper / prefer the 
Giant Pascal Celery; it is also 
crisp, juicy, and always solid.” 


“TI have some of the Golden 
Dwarf Celery yet. It is splendid 
for its keeping qualities.” 


“The Giant Pascal Celery seed 
was also received, and the result 
was satisfactory in every way and 
matured gigantic stalks. 
praise it too highly for its richness 
in flavor and taste. / must have 
the same seed for 1897.” 


HENDERSON’S GOLDEN 
DWARF CELERY. 


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Introduced by us yearsago; time has proved it to be one of our most 
valuable contributions to horticulture. It is now more popular and 
more largely grown than all other varieties of celery combined. 
People who never grew celery before have no more trouble in growing 
and blanching Henderson’s White Plume Celery ready for the table 
than in growing ordinary garden vegetables, for no ‘‘banking up”’ is 
necessary. The peculiarity of this variety is that the stalk, portions of 
inner leaves and heart are white naturally, sothat by simply tying the 
plant together, or by drawing the soil against it, pressing it with the 
hands and then repeating the operation to hold the soil already placed 
against the plant in position, the work of blanching is completed. 
Henderson’s White Plume Celery presents a highly ornamental ap- 
pearance on the dinner table, and its crisp, succulent stalks and 
delicious flavor are unequaled by any vegetable grown. Unfortunately 
the variety has always had a tendency to revert to the old green type, 
and it has always produced a proportion of green plants, but per- 
severing selection for years enables us now to offer an almost abso- 
lutely pure stock, so superior that we feel justified in calling it 
“‘Henderson’s Perfected White Plume.” (See cut.) Price, 10c. pkt., 

40c. oz., $1.25 14 


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««We bought some Celery seed, White ep 
Plume, of you last year, which was A No.1, and Y 
the parties desire to plant again, and they want the same 

seed, or rather of the same year. Can you furnish same to us?” 
«Your White Plume seed is the purest and the plants blanch the easiest of any 
I have tried.” 

“TIT will occupy the space left by my wife to say a few words in praise of my 
Perfected White Plume Celery. I have been using your seed many years, but I 
have never had such success as Ihave this year with the aboveseed. Aftera long 


“Ttook first prize in 
Toronto with your White 

Plume Celery ; also in Watford at 
the East Lambton Show, and at West Middlesex Show held at Strathroy. In1894I 
took first prize wherever I went. I gotseed from another house in 1895 and was 
not so successful as with your stock.”’ 


«Your White Plume Celery last year was the best I everhad. Nota single head 
reverted to the old green type.” 


experience in celery culture, I find nothing comparable to your White Plume.”’ 

«‘You may be interested in knowing that your White Plume Celery took first 
premium at the Maryland State Fair. My bed is certainly the handsomest thing 
in celery I ever saw. Some of the feathered hearts measure twenty inches in length 
when trimmed and bunched for market.” 

««Your White Plume is the finest celery we have everseen. Ata special dinner 
of 14 covers, it received the highest encomiums of the guests.”—Horrman House, 
New Yor«. 


DO NOT FORGET that you are entitled to your own selection of PREMIUMS as offered on page 6. 


HENDERSONS 


“PINK PLUME” 


The most beautiful Celery that ever graced a table. 

Flavor most delicious, crisp and nutty. 

So brittle that a stalk held in the hand will almost 
break of its own weight. 

Absolutely solid and free from stringiness. 

The first and the last Celery that is fit to use. 


Anadvance in celeries that merits more than ordinary 
praise; it is an intermediate between white and red 
celeries, combining the good qualities of both. Itis 
practically identical with our famous ‘‘ White Plume,” 
but with the added merit of the stalks being exquisitely 
suffused with pink and possessing the crispness, rich 
nutty flavor and long-keeping qualities for which red 
celeries are noted. ‘“‘“PINK PLUME ”’ is also re- 
markably attractive when trimmed for the table. The 
solid succulent stalks are IVORY-WHITE SUF- 
FUSED WITH DAINTY PINK. 

It is a strong, healthy, compact grower, with no ten- 
dency to rust; stems very solid and crisp, extra early 
and along keeper, remaining, when properly trenched, 
in perfect condition away intothe spring. The variega- 
tion on the tops does not show quite as early as the 
“‘ White Plume,”’ but the celery blanches and matures 
really alittle earlier. It is a self-blanching variety— 
that is, it requires but a slight earthing up or banking 
to prepare this variety for the table. (See cut.) 

Price, 10c. pkt., 50c. oz., $1.50 14 lb., $5.00 Ib. 


fl few of the hundreds of letters of praise received 
about Henderson’s ““Pink Plume’” Celery: 


“T have still (April 26th) some very fine Pink Plume Celery 01 
Jast season’s growth. I induced my customers to try it at my 
expense, and it was not long before it began to be called for, and 
nearly all winter I. supplied our club several pounds each week, 
and when I refused to sell more there was mourning in that club.” 

“We had some of your Pink Plume Celery last year and we 
thought it the nicest Celery we ever raised. All who ate it thought 
it was very tender and of such good flavor, besides its handsome 
appearance.” 

“Your Pink Plume Celery is most captivating, it having a 


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flavor peculiar to itself that is fine. I shall want more than a 
packet another season.” 

“The New Pink Plume introduced by Peter Henderson & Co. 
last spring comes out grandly. Thereis to me a peculiar charm 
about all pinkish varieties. The color is attractive, while the 


HENDERSON’S GOLDEN ROSE. (See Novelties.) 20c. pkt., 6 pkts. for $1.00. 
HENDERSON’S NEW ROSE. A first-class celery. The color is a beautiful 
shade of rose, of exceptionally fine flavor, solid, crisp and entirely free from 


stringiness. 
oz., $1.00 14 Ib., $3.00 lb. 
LONDON RED. 


stalks are usually characterized by especial crispness and nutty 
flavor. I think highly of the new introduction.’’—AMERICAN 
GARDENING. 


“<7 like your Pink Plume Celery. It has a fine favor. The look 


of it almost makes one’s mouth water.” 


Cardoon, Large Spanish. 
10c. pkt., 40c. 0z., $1.25 14 Ib., $4.00 Ib. 


CELERIAC. TURNIP-ROOTED CELERY. 


Produces turnip-shaped roots which 
may be cooked and sliced and used with 
vinegar, making a most excellent salad. 
ERFURT GIANT. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 
75¢. 14 Ib. 
LARGE SMOOTH PRAGUE. (See cut.) 
10c. pkt., 30c. oz., $1.00 14 lb. 


... CHERVIL.... 


Curled. An aromatic herb. The young 
leaves are used in soups and salads. 
5e. pkt., 15c. oz., 35¢. 44 Ib., $1.25 lb. 


Chicory, Large-Rooted. 


Used to mix with, or as a substitute for 
coffee. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 30c. 14 1b., $1.00 
lb. 


HENDERSON’S SEEDS ARE GENUINE ONLY when supplied by us direct to the planter. 


LARGE SMOOTH PRAGUE CE 


A splendid variety for late use, keeping well. 


10c. pkt., 30c. 


Is one of the best, having every requisite good quality. 
5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75¢e. 14 Ib., $2.50 Ib. 
Soup Celery. (Old Seed.) Excellent for flavoring. 35c. Ib. 


POP CORN. 


White Pearl. Smooth-grained ears, 4 to 5 
inches long. $8.00 per 100 Ibs., 10ce. Ib., or 
delivered in the U.S. at 20c. Ib. 

Early Amber Rice. A distinct color; ma- 
tures very early. $12.00 100 lbs., 15c. Ib. ; 
or delivered in U.S. at 25c. lb. 


White Rice. (Rat Tooth.) An early fine 


white variety ; ears 4 to 5 inches long. 
Kernel pointed. $8.00 100 lbs., 10c. lb.; or 
delivered in U. S. at 20ce. lb. 


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HENDERSON'S EARLY METROPOLITAN. 
and colored plate, pages 20 and 21.) 20c. 1g pt., 35c. pt., 60c. qt. 
CORY EARLY (Red Cob). The Cory is undoubtedly the earliest 
of all and the very best extra early Sweet Corn. We have proved 
it to be five days earlier than the Marblehead, which hitherto has 
always taken the lead. Those desiring a first early variety can 
make no mistake in planting the Cory. (See cut.) 10c. 146 pt., 
15c. pt., 25e. qt., 80c. pk., $2.75 bush. 

‘““WHITE COB” CORY. Anextra early variety, identical with 
Cory Early, exceptin color. 10c. 4g pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 90c. pk., 
$3.00 bush. 


MEDIUM EARLY VARIETIES. 


PERRY’S HYBRID. An early twelve-rowed variety, growing 
only four to five feet high, with ears set very low on the stalk. 
Kernels white, large, sweet and very tender. 10c. 1g pt., 1dc. 
pt., 25c. qt., 90c. pk., $3.00 bush. 

ROSLYN HYBRID. Isa very large-growing sort, which ripens 
ten or twelve days later than Stabler’s Barly, and the quality of 
which is said to be finer than Stowell’s Evergreen. 10c. 1 pt., 
lc. pt., 25e. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. 

Moore’s Early Concord. Ears large and well filled; early and 
unsurpassed for richness and delicacy of flavor. 10c. 14 pt., léc. 
pt., 25c. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. 


LATE OR MAIN 


THE “COUNTRY GENTLEMAN.” (See next page.) l5c. 14 pt., 
25c. pt., 40c. qt., $1.25 pk., $4.00 bush. 

MAMMOTH. A late variety, producing ears of very large size 
and fiue flavor. Itis unusually productive. (Seecut.) 10c. 4 pt., 
15c. pt., 25c. qt., 80c. pk., $2.75 bush. 

THE “HENDERSON.” Inthe green condition when ready for 
the table it is always pure white, and of aremarkably sweet and 
rich flavor. The Henderson ripens about seven days earlier than 
Stowell’s Evergreen. It is one of the most valuable sorts, 
in fact with the exception of the Country Gentleman we know 
of no better variety for main crop or general use. (See cut.) 10c. 
1g pt., lie. pt., 25¢e. qt., 90c. pk., $3.00 bush. 


EGYPTIAN. Ears of large size; the flavor peculiarly rich and 
sweet. Itis grown in large quantities for both canning and for 


CORN, PEAS and BEANS we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 5c. per p 
FIRST EARLY VARIETIES. 


(See Novelties | EXTRA EARLY ADAMS. Never smuts. 


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For Culture 
See Page I3Z- 


1 qt. for 200 hills; 8 to 10 qts. in hills for an acre. 


Sean 


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The most reliable 

10c. 1 pt., lic. pt., 25¢e. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bu. 

EARLY MINNESOTA. Very early and desirable alike in the 
market or family garden. Height not over 44 feet; ears of 
fair size and good quality. 10c. 144 pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 80c. 
pk., $2.50 bush. 


CROSBY'S EARLY. Early and a great favorite. Rather small 
ears, but productive and of excellent quality. (Seecut.) 10c. 4 
pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. 


extra early sort. 


STABLER’S EARLY. A valuable second early corn, remarkably 
large for so early a ripener, closely following the well-known 
Marblehead. Yields an abundant crop, is desirable for family 
use, and one of the most profitable for market or canning. (See 
cut.) 10c. 1g pt., 15c. pt., 25¢. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. 

SQUANTUM. One of the sweetest varieties, and is largely used 
for market and canning. Itis a general favorite and is wonder- 
fully productive. The Squanium is the variety used almost 
exclusively at the famous R. I. clambakes, which is sufficient 
evidence of its quality. 10c. 1g pt., 15c. pt., 25¢. qt., 80c. pk., 
$2.50 bush. 


CROP WARIETIES. 


selling in the green state. Like all other large varieties, it 
matures late. 10c. 14 pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. 

NE PLUS ULTRA. Very sweet and tender. The ears are 
short, but the cob is very small, and the kernels of extraordi- 
nary depth, pearly whiteness, and are irregularly crowded 
togetheronthecob. 10c. 14 pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 90c. pk., $3.00 bu. 

STOWELL’S EVERGREEN. Now recognized everywhere as a 
standard variety, both for home use and market, and is the 
general favorite. The ears are of a large size, grains deep, 
exceptionally tender and sugary, and has the advantage of 
remaining longer in the green state than any other. Our stock 
has been carefully grown and selected to avoid the tendency to 
a shorter grain and deterioration in the evergreen character of 
this best of all late sorts. (See cut.) 10c. 4 pt., 15e. pt., 
25¢. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. 


WE can also supply the following standard varieties of Corn, which are too well known to need description, at the uniform price of 
10c. 4 pt., 15e. pt., 25c. qt., 80c. pk., $2.50 bush. Early Adams, or Burlington ; Extra Early Tom Thumb, Early Marblehead, 
Shaker’s ‘Barly, Old Colony, Black Mexican, Large Early Hight-Rowed, Hickox Improved, Triumph. ; A Et 


CORN, BEANS and PEAS we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 5c. per pint or 10c. per quart is added to prices. 


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qt., $1.25 peck, $4.00 bush. 


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have ever tried. It’s fine.” 


“The ‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet Corn is the 
best and sweetest we have ever raised or eaten.” 

“T desire tosay a word in praise of the ‘Country 
It is 
without exception the finest Corn on the conti- 


Gentleman’ Corn which I raised last season. 


i nent, and as beautiful as fine.” 


| “Tn regard to your ‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet 
4 Corn, itis the only kind that we have been able to 


grow on the sea coast of this State. (S.C.)’’ 


“Tt may please you to know that we found your 


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Henderson’s “Country Gentleman”’ 


CORNS for the private table. The arrangement of the kernels 
on the cob indicates high quality. The moment your teeth sink 
into this luscious, milky, tender Corn, you will become a com- 
plete convert to it, for it will delight the most fastidious 
The ‘Country Gentleman” Corn retains its delicate 
tenderness and flavor even when a little old, as the ears are 
inclosed in a heavy husk—which tends to keep the ear ‘‘in the 
milk” for several days longer than other corns. 
average 8 to 9 inches in length, a very attractive size for the 
table. The cob is unusually small, and the pearly white kernels 
Another great point of merit is the abundance 
of red silks in each ear, conducting plenty of pollen, which is 
the secret of the ears of this variety being filled from end to 
end with plump and fully developed kernels, for which this 
variety is noted. The plant is 6 feet in height, medium late, 
It produces three, and many times four 
When we consider that ordinary Sweet Corn 
produces only one or two goodears to astalk, the superiority of 
But its great merit is its 
delicious quality; itis, without doubt, the sweetest and most 
tender of all Sweet Corn. (See cut.) 15c. 14 pt., 25c. pint, 40c. 


Corn we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 5c. per pint or 
10c. per quart is added to price. 


what some of our Customers think of HENDERSON’S 
««COUNTRY GENTLEMAN” Sweet Corn. 


“T wish to speak of the ‘Country Gentleman’ 
f Sweet Corn as being better than the best that we 


Ever Grown. 
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Plump, milky, 
pearly white 
kernels—fairly 
melting in 
your mouth. 


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Retaining its 
Delicate 
Tenderness 
even when a 
little old. 


Pe Bed 


Medium Early, 
Very Productive, 
Each stalk 
yielding 3 and 
many times 
4 ears. 


is the FINEST 
of all SWEET 


The ears 


“The ‘Country Gentleman’ Corn excelled any- 
thing we ever raised ; it yielded from three to six 
ears to the stalk.” 


“The ‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet Corn is the 
best Corn we ever tried.”’ 


“Please send seed of your ‘Country Gentleman’ 
Sweet Corn to the value of the enclosed to 
He had a little from me last year and was greatly 
pleased with the crop, but the Corn was such good 
eating that he was unable to restrain his own and 
his family’s appetite enough to save any seed. I 
haye started the growth of this Corn by some 
eight or ten different friends and neighbors.”’ 


‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet Corn a grand success; 
all pronounced it the sweetest and best ever eaten. 
f Weshall want a larger quantity ofitnextseason.”’ 


“We wish to say, enough cannot be said in 
praise of the ‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet Corn. 
f We think it is perfection perfected. 


COLLARDS, True Georgia. 
Be. pkt., 15¢. 0z., 50c. 14 Ib., $1.50 Ib. 


CORN SALAD, or FETTICUS. 


finest I ever tasted.”’ 


great this season. 
good ears from one stalk.” 


oe 2 lb., 60c. Ib. 
Henderson’s dee He 


“Your ‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet Corn is the 


“Your ‘Country Gentleman’ Sweet Corn did 
I have had as much as four 


CRESS or PEPPER GRASS. 


(For Gulture see page 13.) 
Extra Curled. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 1% 


‘« HIGH-GRADE”’ SEEDS 


are genuine only when 


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supplied by us direct to 


the planter. 


LARGE LBAVED. ice. pkt., 10c. 02., 25c. 
14 \b., 80c. Ib. 


DO NOT FORGET TO AVAIL YOURSELF 


OF OUR LIBERAL PREMIUM OFFER 
ON PAGE 6. 


American or Land. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35e. 
VY Ib., 31.00 lb. 

Upland Cress. (Barbarea Vulgaris.) A 
perennial plant resembling Water Cress in 


taste. 10c. pkt., $1.50 oz. 
Australian. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35¢. 14 Ib., 
$1.00 lb. 


Water Cress. 10c. pkt., 40c. oz., $1.25 14 lb. 


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1 oz. for 50 hills ; 2 to 3 lbs. in hills for an acre. 
FOR CULTURE SEE PAGE 13. 


WHAT IS THOUGHT OF__————» 
HENDERSON’S CUCUMBER SEED 
i=—___BY THOSE WHO GROW IT. 


“T can get Cucumber seeds from seedsmen, claimed to be perfectly 
reliable, for much less per lb. than yours, but I must confess I always 
have better results from your seed. I would rather pay more for your 
seed than run the risk of obtaining an inferior grade. I am the largest 
cucumber planter in this section and it would do you good to see a ship- 
ment of the ‘cukes’ I raise, and I always have to say, when referring to 
my best lots, ‘these are of Peter Henderson’s seed.’”’ 

“T don’t think I ever got more satisfaction for ten cents than that sent 
for a package of Japanese Climbing Cucumbers, of which I have planted a 
few hills every spring and find them strictly first-class in every particular. 
One great feature is that a hill requires no more space than a hill of beans.” 

“T must say a few words in regard to your ‘Cool and Crisp’ Cucumber. 
It is a very superior variety. Istarted the seeds in a cold frame, and had 
them early, and they continued to bear the whole season until frost killed 
the vines. I never saw such a bearer, and considering the dry season it 
astonished everybody.’’—JAMES L. BALMER, Marysville, Mich. 


“T cheerfully endorse the statement of James L. Balmer, in regard to 
your ‘Cool and Crisp’ Cucumber. It is all that it is represented to be, and 
a more prolific bearer I never saw in such a dry season as last.’’-—JAMES 
Kirpy, Hempstead, L. I. 

Oa TT DO) 

JAPANESE CLIMBING. While all cucumbers are running 
vines, yet this variety is much more creeping or climbing in its 
habit, so much so that it quickly climbs on poles or trellises in 
the same manner as the Pole Lima Bean. It is entirely distinct. 
The quality is splendid. It is well adapted for pickling as well 
as for slicing for salads. The great advantage of having a 
cucumber which can be trained on a pole or a fence will be 
apparent to all. 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 1g lb., $1.25 Ib. 

IMPROVED EARLY WHITE SPINE. One of the most popu- 
lar varieties, both for marketing and table use. Vines vigorous, 
fruiting early and abundantly, fruit uniformly straight and 
handsome, light green with a few white spines, flesh crisp and of 
fine flavor. Largely grown for forcing and extensively grown in 
the South for shipping to the Northern markets early in the 
season. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 lb., 55c. lb. 

LIVINGSTON'S EVERGREEN. This new variety is proving 
of great value. Itis very hardy and probably the most prolific 
ofall varieties. In addition to being so wonderfully prolific, it 
is very early, and the cucumbers retain their beautifully green 
color longer than any other sort. It is one of the very best varie- 
ties for slicing, as it is very crisp and of good quality, and as it 
produces fruits of medium size it is likely to be of much value 
for pickling purposes. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. Ib. 


Henderson’s New “COOL AND CRISP.” 


Extra Early! Exceedingly Prolific! mm 


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| West India Gherkin or Burr. 


| Long Green Turkey. 


weer ___Bears the whole season! 


The cut gives a good idea of the shape of this valuable variety. 
It will be noticed that it is inclined to taper off at the stem end, 
and is generally a little pointed at the other end also. This is the 
most desirable shape for pickles. The cucumbers are straight, 
long, even and slim, and until they reach their full size they are of 
a very dark green color, so dark that it might be almost called 
‘‘plack.” The peculiar feature of this variety is the knobs or 
protuberances, upon which the spines are placed, are prominent 
at all stages of growth, giving the cucumber a very attractive 
appearance. This variety is the earliest and most prolific of all 
pickling cucumbers, and is certain to become a standard sort. While 
primarily a pickling variety, it is one of the very best for slicing, 
the cucumbers, when fully matured, being of good size and 
exceedingly tender and crisp. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 
40c. 14 lb., $1.25 Ib. 

NEW EBVER-BEARING. The peculiar merit of this variety lies 
in the fact that the vines flower and produce fruit continuously 
until killed by frost. They exhibit at the same time cucumbers 
in every stage of growth, but invariably of perfect form even 
when very small. The cucumbers are of a fine green color and 
are desirable for pickling. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 60c. 1b. 

NICHCL’S MEDIUM GREEN. We consider this a most valu- 
able variety. As a pickle sort it will be found unequalled, and 
for early forcing or slicing there is no better. It is exceedingly 
productive, of medium size, and always straight and smooth. 
de. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. lb. 

EXTRA EARLY GREEN PROLIFIC. Same asa good stock 
of Green Prolific, but from ten days to two weeks earlier. Those 
who grow exclusively for pickling will find in this something 
they have long desired. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 |b., 60e. Ib. 

LONG GREEN. Long fruit of excellent quality. Dark green, 
firm and crisp. 5c. pkt., 10c. o0z., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. Ib. 

SHORT GREEN OR GHERKIN. Similar to Early Frame; 
good for pickling. 5c. pkt.. 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 55e. Ib. 


| BXTRA LONG WHITE SPINE. Largely used for forcing. 5e. 


pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 I|b., 60e. lb. 

Used exclusively for pickling. 
10c. pkt., 15c. 0z., 35¢.. 14 1b., $1.00 Ib. 

5e. pkt., 10c. oz., 20ce. 14 Ib., 60e. lb. 


© 
We can also supply the following standard varieties of Cucumbers, which 
are too well known to need description, at the uniform price of 5c. pkt., 10e. 
oz., 20c. %4 lb., 55c. lb.: 
Green Prolific, Early Cluster, Early Frame, Tailby’s Hybrid, 
Jersey Pickling, Boston Pickling, Early Russian. 


English Frame or Forcing Cucumbers. 


Telecraph eee. soe Pkt. 25 
Lord Kenyon’s Favorite... 25 


Duke of Edinburgh... . Pkt. 25 
Cuthill’s Black Spine...... 25. 


LIBERAL PREMIUMS ON ORDERS. Your own choice. See our offer on page 6. DO NOT MISS IT! 


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The Dandelion resembles Endive 
and is sometimes cultivated for 
spring greens, or for blanching for 


DANDELION. : 


LARGE LEAVED. Double the size of the common Dan- 


delion. 15c pkt., 60c. oz., $1.75 14 |b. 
Common. 10c. pkt., 25c. 0z., 75c. 14 lb. 


ENDIV Endive is one of the best Salads 
+ for fall and winter use, % % J 
For Culture see page 13. 

GREEN CURLED. Not only most useful asasalad, but 
much used for garnishing. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 lb., 
$2.00 Ib. 

FRENCH MOSS CURLED. From the density of its foli- 
age this variety is heavier than the Green Curled, equally 
agreeable asa salad. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 lb. 

White Curled. Leaves pale green; should be used when 
young. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c¢. 14 lb., $2.00 Ib. 

BROAD LEAVED BATAVIAN. (Escarolle.) Chiefly used 
in soups and stews. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 lb. 


EGG PLANT. 2% 27 booze. 


For Culture see page 13. 

IMPROVED NEW YORK SPINELESS. The New 
York Improved Egg Plant has been the standard vari- 
ety for years, but this selection is vastly superior in 
every respect. The habit of the plantis low and branching, 
and is quite free from spines, both on the plant and calyx 
of the fruit, which are of the largest size and perfect form ; 
eight to ten are produced on a plant. It is extremely early, at 
least two weeks ahead of the old variety. The splendid quality 
and great productiveness of this-selection will greatly increase 
its popularity. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 50c. oz., $1.50 14 lb. 

EARLY LONG PURPLE. Differs in shape from the following. 
Color sometimes deep purple, and again pale, with white or 
yellowish stripes. Early, productive and of easy culture. 5c. 
pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 14 Ib., $2.25 Ib. 

NEW YORK IMPROVED. Plantis robust, the leaves and stems 
being thickly set with spines. 5c. pkt., 40c. oz., $1.00 14 1b., $3.75 lb. 

BLACK PEKIN. The fruit of this handsome Egg Plant is jet- 
black, round in form, very solid. 10c. pkt., 50c. oz., $1.50 14 lb. 


KALE, oR BORECOLE., 7° eriiee:. 


DWARF GREEN CURLED SCOTCH. Beautifully curled and 
of a bright green. It will stand out where the temperature does 
not fall below zero. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 30c. 14 lb., 80c. lb. 

SIBERIAN. This variety is extensively grown as winter greens; 
sown in September. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 60ce. lb. 

Brown German Curled, or Purple. Esteemed by Germans. It 
is very hardy. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35¢c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. 


LETT VCE 


ee 
EGG PLANT, IMPROVED NEW YORK SPINELESS. 


KOHL RABI. .x 


EARLY SHORT LEAVED WHITE VIENNA (for frames). A 
variety with few and small leaves; can be planted very closely ; 
very useful for general culture and indispensable for forcing. 
10c. pkt., 40c. oz., $1.25 14 lb., $4.00 lb. 

EARLY WHITE VIENNA. Is greenish white outside, flesh 
white and tender. Should be used when the root is three or four 
inches in diameter. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 14 lb., $2.50 Ib. 

EARLY PURPLE VIENNA. Almost identical with the preced- 
ing, exceptin color. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 14 lb., $2.50 Ib. 


LEEK, 2 2 # 


LARGE AMERICAN FLAG. (Selected stock.) This is by far 
the best variety. It grows toa good size and is wonderfully 
uniform. This is preferred by our most critical market garden- 
ers in the vicinity of New York, and we can recommend it to all. 
(Seecut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 Ib. 

Musselburgh. (Scotch Champion.) Grows to a large size. 5c. 
pkt., 25c. oz., 60c. 14 1b., $2.00 lb. 

Large Rouen. A large and excellent variety. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 
60c. 14 lb., $2.00 Ib. 

For Culture 


CURLED VARIETIES. 777 enr'. 


BARLY CURLED SIMPSON. Forms a close 
compact mass of curly leaves of a yellowish 
green. It is earlier than the head varieties 
and is the kind that is planted in cold frames. 
almost exclusively ; it is also largely grown as 
an early open-air variety between a cabbage 
crop. dc. pkt., 15c. oz., 35¢. 14 lb., $1.10 lb. 

BLACK SHEDED SIMPSON. Forms large, 
loose heads of thin and exceedingly tender 
golden yellow leaves; the best curled variety 
for forcing or sowing out-of-doors, though on 
account of its large size it is, under some cir- _ 
cumstances, not so profitable for forcing. It . 
stands the summer heat splendidly. (See cut.) 
5e. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 lb., $1.25 Ib. 


For Culture see page 13. 


“TRIANON.” 


BLACK SEEDED SIMPSON LETTUCE, 


We deliver FREE { anyorhere direct to the planter, all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs, 


Gos, Romaine, or Gelery Lettuce. 


This excels all other lettuces in quality, having a crispness, tender- 
ness and flavor peculiarly its own and unapproached by any other variety. The 
heads are long and conical, often 9inches high by 18 inches in circumference. 
The long and narrow leaves require to be tied up as shown in the cut, when they 
soon form solid heads and quickly bleach to snowy whiteness, and become as stiff, 
crisp and sweet as celery stalks, and are delicious when eaten in the same manner 
or prepared for salad. 

PARIS WHITE COS. An old standard variety. 
is yellowish green. 


(See cut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 65c. 14 lb., $2.00 lb. 
The outer coloring of this variety 
5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 50c. 14 lb., $1.50 Ib. 


except 
noted. 


Ag “oS VEGETABLES EEDS 


HEAD or—_+ Woat on camaestn °t Lettuce Seed. 
de Cc ABB AGE e “ Please send me a packet of Lettuce Golden 


Queen. / have found it the best I ever used.” 


FOR CULTURE SEE PAGE 13. _ “Your seeds are little known in this Par- 
HEAD or CABBAGE LETTUCE produces solid, compact heads, which are ish but wee my neighbors come in my gar- 
very superior, and entirely free from the bitter taste of the Hefei Ge ETE ue chieew! yoy 
loose-leaved varieties classed as ‘‘Curled Lettuce.’’ seed comes up. 1 show your ceialoae i 

BOSTON MARKET. This variety can be planted so close and is so well adapted for | 9 /t/S 4 beauty.” 
the purpose that it is now more generally used for forcing in greenhouses and hot-beds “The Big Boston Lettuce was a splendid 


than any other. It grows very compact and forms fair-sized heads, slightly tinged with | success. Hard! a head weighed less than 2 
red on the edge of the leaves. Itis also one of the best early varieties for outdoor use. i ee oes eee 
Be. pkt., 150. 0z., 40c. 44 Ib., $1.9511b. y, PENN ILO) CI fat se 

TENNIS BALL BLACK-SEEDED. A favorite forcing variety, forming a hard head. “We have had a good many kinds 
It makes but few outer leaves, and for this reason can be planted quite closely under | 0f Lettuce and have tried all. 
glass—from six to seven inches apart. It is the variety so largely used in hot-beds, | We saw the ‘New York’ in 
forcing-pits and greenhouses. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 Ib., $1.25 lb. your catalogue four or five 

HENDERSON’S PERFECTED SALAMANDER. One of the best for summer use, | years ago and we have 
forming good-sized, compact heads. Color, light green outside and white inside. It will | had it ever since, 
remain longer in head and stand a greater amount’of heat without burning or running to | with no equal.” 
seed than any other variety. In the Southern States it is invaluable. We recommend 
it to all. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 Ib., $2.00 Ib. te 

YELLOW-SEEDED BUTTER. It is a very distinct sort, making a large, dense yellow & 
head, of a very handsome appearance, very crisp and tender and excellent in flavor. 5c. 
pkt., 15e. 0z., 40c. 14 lb., $1.25 lb. 

BLACK-SEEDED BUTTER. Similar to Tennis Ball, but larger. Used extensively as an 
outdoor variety. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35c. 14 lb., $1.00 Ib. 

GOLDEN QUEEN. A very desirable early variety, of amost pleasing golden-yellow 
color, and second to none for forcing. Itis one of the most deceptive varieties we 
have ever seen, as at first glance it seems to be of medium size, but it forms 
all solid heads, with little or no waste, so that there is really more to it than 
in many Lettuces double the size. It is very crisp, tender and juicy. 
We cannot recommend it too highly. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 
75¢e. 14 Ib., $2.50 Ib. 

BIG BOSTON. This variety is identical in color, shape and 
general appearance with the famous Boston Market Lettuce, 
but is double the size. Itis about one week later in matur- 


it a most valuable sort. A most desirable variety 
either for forcing in cold frames or open-ground 
planting. The ‘Big Boston” is sure to be 
wanted by market gardeners and truckers, 
because it always produces large, solid, 
salable heads, and it will commend 
itself to amateurs, because it heads 
up well at all seasons of the 
year, and is of crisp, tender 
quality. (See cut.) 10c. 
pkt., 25c. oz., 70c. 4% 
Ib., $2.00 Ib. 


GOLDEN QUEEN, 
FOR FIRST EARLY. 


= Outer leaves 
(Sp, 5 AP go> ee bright green, with 
My . = prominent light-colored 
, =— veins; inner leaves white 


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and usually curved and twisted 


Mp Me PERFECTED 


: 
Pr } i Syn ANE SRST “S ‘atthe base. Alwayssure to make 
Suv pees Der ante a Be crate Pre large, handsome heads ; quality fine. 
"/, Yj if) itd ep Z ee ” dc. pkt., 15e. oz., 40c. 14 Ib., $1.25 Ib. 


ea 


WAGE) | ZZ OF FOUR HEAD LETTUCES. 


We illustrate four of the best varieties of H 

which, if planted at one time, will give a one cee 
the a Golden Queen” being the earliest, ‘Perfected Salamander” 
following ; then comes ‘* Big Boston,” and then for main and late 
crop comes that grand variety, ‘‘Henderson’s New York.” We will 
supply 1 pkt. of each of these for 30c. 


FOR MIDSEASON. 


WE DELIVER FREE direct to planter {““3228E™) all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs |=*°S223==a= 


me ff, es Pr 4, ee é OLR ‘“ SUCCESSION” COLLECTION © 


ger SUCCESSION COLLECTION 


of four Head } Lettuces will 


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Oem RICE for the Collection of 4, HENDE RSON’S 
give a continuous|supply of aN P 1 pkt. each, a a 
crisp and delicious }Lettuce 30c. . 


throughout the sedson. S Z \e B : yy 
WH 4 } : Q 


for the Collection of 
4, 1 pkt. each, 


IMMENSE | 
HEADS. + 


15, 16 and often 
18inches across. 


AS SOLID 

AS A CABBAGE. 
Slow to,run to:seed. 

A SURE HEADER. 

Blanches Beautifully, is Crisp, Tender 

and Absolutely 
FREE FROM BITTERNESS. 
Not affected by the Hottest Weather. 
In short, it is the ACME OF PERFECTION 


u Wai) Ba N for a Summer Lettuce. 


HENDERSON’S ‘NEW YORK,” HENDERSON'S “NEW YORK” LETTUCE is of unusual 
For main crop. size and solidity of head, with but little tendency to run 


to seed. We have had it, time and again, 18 inches in diameter, > 

6 D ’ ’ 

HENDERSON'S “NE Wo and weighing nearly four pounds, with heads almost as solid as an | 
—s— YORK” 


Early Summer Cabbage, which in general form it somewhat resembles. 
The variety blanches itself naturally, is crisp, tender and of excellent flavor, and | 
always free from bitterness. The outside color is distinct. It is not a forcing variety, 
THE KING but is one of the best for summer use ever introduced. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 
OF ALL GARDEN 
LET TUCES. 
se 


65c. 14 Ib., $2.00 lb. 


“T cannot help sending you my testimony as to the. result of the ‘New York’ Lettuce: Of all the Lettuce I ever saw or 
tasted, I must say this is the very best. (I set. out..quite a large bed, and 26 heads were all I could get in a barrel without 
hard pressure.. I gave it away to anybody and everybody I could, and without an exception every one said it was the finest in 
both size and quality they ever saw.”’ 

“‘Henderson’s ‘ New York’ Lettuce: very tine and crisp. Good heads; I measured some of them and they were 15 to 16 inches across. 
Tt 1s all you claim for it. It looks like a cabbage head.” 

‘©We grew Henderson's ‘New York’ Lettuce that measured over 18 inches across, and every one at first sight said they were cabbages.”’ 

“T have used Henderson’s ‘New York’ Lettuce for the past four years, and to.my taste it stands without a rival among all the different 
varieties I have tried. I have given the seeds to different friends for trial, and from one and all comes the same old story, ‘The best I ever 
tasted.’”’ “‘Your ‘New York’ Lettuce is something grand. Never saw anything like it in the way of lettuce.” 3 


HENDERSON’S = ¢¢ MI 99 a HENDERSON’S . 
NEW LETTUCE, GNONET'TE. Sen SEW LETTUCE 


“MIGNON- 
ElehE,% 


A small, sturdy, russet-colored Lettuce, distinct and unique, and of great & 
value. The entire plant measures only seven inches in diameter, and is a 
more solid and compact than any existing variety. The outer leaves 
are few, and these cling so closely to the head that it is almost all head. 
The few outside leaves are as deeply crumpled as a Savoy Cab- 
bage and richly colored with russet-red and bronze-green of 

varying shades. The cut section shows the character of the 
solid heart, which is of a creamy yellow waved with pale 
greenish white. It is wonderfully hardy, resists drought 
and excessive moisture—a most valuable feature in our cli- 
mate. Itis fitfor use five days after Boston Market, which, 
combined with its long-standing character, constitutes it an 
all-seasons variety in a superlative degree. (See cut.) 


Price, 10c. pkt., 30c. oz., $1.00 1/ 1b., $3.50 lb. 


We can also supply the following varieties of Lettuce, 
which are too well known to need description, at the 
uniform price of 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35c. 14 Ib., $1.10 lb.: 
Drumhead or Malta, Boston Curled, Harly Prize 
Head, Large White Summer Cabbage, Deacon, All 
the Year Round. 


_.. NEW HEAD LETTUCE No. 2 (for which we want a name). For particulars see page 19. 


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EARLY Sane : IES Nh Ae Tear nn eho HENAN AAAI 
HACKENSACK Ae iN KO WAH 
MUSK MELON. 2, : 


HENDERSON'S | sk Or Gantaloupe MELONS. 


66 
Early Hackensack.” For Oulture see page 14. ‘1 oz. for 60 hills; 2 to 3 Ibs. in hills for an acre. 
WHAT IS THOUGHT OF HENDERSON’S MELON SEEDS BY THOSE WHO HAVE GROWN THEM. 


“T never had better seeds than the ones I got from your seed-house last year. I raised more 
and bigger water melons than I ever raised before. The musk melons did finely, too; my patch was 
covered with melons.” 

“‘T wish to thank you for the Early Hackensack Musk Melon seed sent me last spring. I find 
the vines of this variety remarkably healthy, strong and vigorous, and ‘holding up’ wonderfully. 
They are still green while other varieties in my garden are all dead. They are the most prolific 
melons I have ever raised, the ground being literally covered, and every specimen of fine size and 
shape. In quality they leave nothing to be desired, every melon being fine-grained and possessing 
the same sweet, delicious flavor. For vigor, productiveness and superb quality they stand at the 
head of the list of varieties I have yet tried.” 

“T planted your Delmonico Musk Melon this spring. It is one of the best orange-fleshed melons 
and very sweet. I sold some of them to my customers for15 to 25 cents apiece, with good results.” 

“The Melon Red-Fleshed ‘Banquet’ that I tasted this evening was the best that Lever ate. It 
was splendid.”’ 


The most extensively grown of all Musk Melons. 
A reliable and bountiful yielder. 
Large, Handsome, Early. 
Flesh green, rich and sugary. 


We were the first to distribute generally 
throughout the country the now famous 
Hackensack. This New Harly is a selec- 
tion or improvement almost equal in size 
to the Hackensack, and at least ten days 
earlier. Several years’ thorough trial has 
proven it to be the hest as well as the 
earliest of all the netted melons. The 
melons weigh from four to six pounds 
each, and are of delicious flavor. (See cut.) THE CARMES. (See Novelties, page 26.) 15c. pkt., 60c. 0z., $2.00 14 Ib. 
10c. pkt., 15¢. oz., 35¢. 14 1b., $1.00 lb. BALTIMORE, or ACME. A green-fleshed, productive and excellent shipping melon 
that can always be found inits season in the best hotels and restaurants in NewYork, 
Philadelphia and Baltimore. (Seecut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25e. 14 Ib., 70e. Ib. 


HACKENSACK. It attains a large size, is round in shape and flattened at the ends; 
skin green and thickly netted ; the flesh also is green, rich and sugary in flavor. It is 
wonderfully productive; very popular with market gardeners. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 
25c. 14 1b., 70c. lb. 

MILLER’S CREAM, or PRINCESS. Most delicious. The flesh is a rich salmon 
color, very thick, sweet and rich; rind very thin and finely netted. (See cut.) 5c. 
pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 1b., 80c. Lb. 

EMERALD GEM. This variety is of rich, delicious flavor and fine quality. Distinct, 
very early and prolific ; skin ribbed, yet smooth, and of a deep emerald green, with a 
few lighter-colored stripes. The flesh is thick, of a suffused salmon color. Specially 
recommended to those who wish avery high-flavored fruit. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. 
0z., 25c. 44 lb., 70e. Ib. 2 

MONTREAL MARKET. Excellent variety of the largest size; we have had them ana 
weighing over 10 lbs. In shape almost round, flattened at ends, deeply ribbed ; skin | DM SEEN SUS ry 
green and netted. Flesh green, very thick. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 Ib., 70c. 1b. ERO) . 

SKILLMAN’S NETTED. Form, roundish oval; flesh, deep green, sweet and richly 
perfumed; an early and delicious variety. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 70ce. lb. 

Improved Christiania. A very fine variety of peculiar flavor, relished by many people. 
Its chief merit isits extreme earliness. Flesh, bright orange. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 
YY Ib., 70e. 1b. 

Netted Gem. One of the earliest, best and most prolific small melons. Globe-shaped, 
uniform in size, weighing from 114 to 11 lbs. each. Flesh, light green and of very 
fine flavor. (Seecut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 25ce. 14 lb., 75c. lb. 

Jenny Lind. A popular small early variety, flattened at each end, ribbed and closely 
netted. Flesh, green, and of excellent flavor.. Largely grown in the South for early 
shipment to the Northern markets. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 70e. lb. 

Improved Nutmeg. Fruit, nutmeg shape; skin, deep green, finely netted; flesh, 
greenish yellow, rich and sugary. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 70c. Ib. 


51 


“Newport” Musk Melon. 


The highest-flavored, most luscious green-fleshed variety grown, and 
remarkably early. 


Every person who tastes our Newport Musk Melon 
goes into ecstacies over its rich aromatic flavor, and 
it certainly is, we think, the most delicious of all the 
green-fleshed sorts, and as a class the green-fleshed 
musk melons are more highly flavored than the red- 
fleshed. The Newport is a very*early melon, ripening 
with the Jenny Lind, which it somewhat resembles. 
The fruits are deep and almost round, witha dull 
green exterior, changing as they ripen to a rich golden 
color, evenly and closely netted, “The ribs are quite 
shallow. The flesh is of exquisite texture, rich and 
melting clear to the rind. It is a bountiful yielder, 
though the melons are not large, but for early family 
use, when delicious quality is the desideratum, we 
cannot too highly eulogize Hender- 
son’s Newport. (See cut.) 


Price, 10c. pkt., 20c. 0z., 60c. 14 


Ib., $2.00 1b. 


HWY 


ify, 


ERSON’S 
= 2 NEWPORT”’ 
Z MUSK MELON. 


PERFECTED DELMONICO MUSK MELON. 


A red-fieshed wariety, of most dainty and delicate flavor. 


HIS is an improvement over the well-known Delmonico Musk Melon which we 
introduced several years ago. This improved type is almost a perfect globe in 
shape ; the skin is a peculiar grayish green until ripe, when it changes to a 

bright yellow. The ribs are wide and covered thickly with prominent netting. The 
melons average about six inches in diameter, have a very small seed cavity, and are . 
exceedingly solid and heavy for theirsize. The flesh is a deep, rich orange-yellow color, and is 2 
of very fine grain, without the slightest stringiness, and of delicate and delightful flavor Not 
as musky as the green-fleshed melons, yet more highly prized on that account by many : 
epicures. This variety produces melons of uniformly high quality, and is likely to displace DELMONICO MUSK MELON. 
all other red or yellow fleshed sorts. It is a strong, hardy grower and very prolific. We can recommend it either to the market 
gardener or amateur. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. oz., 50c. 14 Ib., $1.50 Ib. 


peicious... “ BANQUET” TIUSK TIELON 
DELICIOUS... ° 
HIS superb melon represents years of careful selection and improve- 

ment of a stock of Musk Melon at the hands of the largest and most 

experienced grower of melonsin the world. The raiser regards it as 
his greatest production and likely to supersede all other red-fleshed melons. 
‘««The Banquet” is a medium-sized melon, flat at both ends and more beau- 
tifully netted than any known variety. In quality it has no equal; the flesh 
is uniformly deep and of that granulated character that always indicates 
a good melon; the color is a dark, rich salmon. It will produce more fine 
edible melons to a given area than any other variety. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 
15c. 0z., 35c. 14 1b., $1.00 lb. 


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MELON. See pages 190 and 191. 


DO NOT FORGET to avail yourself of our liberal PREMIUMS OFFERED on page 6, 


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ICE CREAM (WhiteSeeded). 
in the latitude of N. Y. 
is light green, slightly mottled; flesh bright scarlet, and very 
solid. Medium size, and its delicious flavor leaves nothing to 


This is one of the best for growing 
In shape it is almost round; the skin 


be desired. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z,, 20c. 14 Ib., 60c. Ib. 
MAMMOTHIRONCLAD. A large size; flesh deep red and of rich 
flavor, holding its fine quality very close to the skin. For shipping 
and keeping itis unsurpassed. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20e. 14 Ib., 55¢e. Ib. 
DIXIE. A new variety said to have the excellent shipping quali- 
ties of Kolb’s Gem, to which must be added fine flavor and pro- 


*» WATER MELONS. 


> 
FOR CULTURE . . 
| | . . . SEE PAGE 14. 


1 oz. for 30 hills ; 4 to 5 lbs. in hills for an acre. 


New Water Melon, 
“THE MEMPHIS.” 


ape variety came to us from the 
South very highly recommend- 
ed. We have tried it for two seasons, 


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and are glad to be able to endorse 
the claims made for its good quali- 
ties. Itis very large in size, oblong 
in shape; the general outer color 
is pale, with markings somewhat 
resembling Seminole, but much 
bolder in character. The flesh is 
brilliant red in color, remarkably 
erisp, solid, particularly at the 
heart, of delicious flavor and abso- 
lutely free from any stringiness. 

Though of Southern origin, this 
variety succeeds well in our own 
trial grounds, and we have no doubt 
that it will be found successful in 
almost any section. We confident- 
ly recommend it to all our custom- 
ers. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. oz., 
60c. 14 lb., $2.00 lb. 


NEW ORANGE-FLESHED WATER 
MELON, No. 3 (for which we want a name). 
For particulars see page 26. 


SEMINOLE. In shape, this is oblong, slightly tapering at the 
ends. One of the claims of the grower, which we have proved 
by testing, is that it is solid, ripening clear up to the rind. The 
flavor is excellent; in a word, it is one of the best. 5c. pkt., 
10c. 0z., 20e. 14 lb., 55e. Ib. 

THE VOLGA. Itis perfectly round in shape, averaging about 15 
lbs. in weight. The skin is light green in color, slightly mottled, 
thin and very hard. It will succeed as far North as Montreal. 
The color of the flesh is bright red and is of a delicious melting 
flavor. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50¢. Ib. 


ductiveness. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55ce. lb. 


THE JONES. Thisisasplendid melon. The color of the skin is solid green, and the flesh is a very bright red, particularly sweet, 
juicy and melting. It grows to large size, frequently attaining the weight of eighty pounds. In shape it resembles Kolb’s Gem, 
and, like that variety, is one of the best shipping sorts. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 60c. Ib. 

CITRON. Fruit round, handsome and small; used in making preserves only. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25¢e. 14 1b., 70c. Ib. 

JORDAN’S GRAY MONARCH. This distinct melon is the largest ofall. The skinis a mottled gray ; shapelong; flesh bright crimson 
and of sweet, delicious flavor. Itisalsoafine shipper. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 1b., 60e. Ib. : 

-KOLB’S GEM. Largely grown, particularly in the South, for shipment to northern markets. 
Asa shipping melon it has hardly an equal. The fruit is nearly round; rind dark green, some- 
what marbled with lighter shades. Weight, 25to501bs. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50e. Ib. 

MOUNTAIN SWEET. Fruit oblong, dark green; rind thin; flesh red, solid and sweet. 
5¢. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20e. 14 Ib., 50c. Ib. 

THE “BOSS.” Oblong in shape, and of nearly the same diameter throughout. Skin 
very dark green; fresh deep scarlet and of unusually rich flavor. Early, heavy, productive, 
and a good shipper. 5c. pkt., 10e. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 55c. Ib. 

CUBAN QUEEN. This is a large variety, often weighing eighty pounds and upwards. 
The rind is marked with regular stripes of light and dark green. It is a very showy 
variety, of fair quality. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. lb. 

FLORIDA FAVORITE. One of the largest and best in cultivation. Being several days 
earlier than Kolb’s Gem, it : 
will succeed in a latitude 
far north of that popular 
variety. It attains an enor- 
mous size; the flesh is a 
beautiful clear crimson, ex- 
tending close up to the rind, 
which is hard, thin and 
beautifully mottled light and |29@ 
dark green. The shape is |i 
oblong, the flavor is sweet 
and melting, making it one |X 
of the best in cultivation. |X 
5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 
60c. lb. 


THE JONES 


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A most delicious and productive variety for the 
family garden, succeeding in Northern States 
where Melons were never matured before. 


COLE’S EARLY is positively the finest ‘‘allround” 
Water Melon in existence, and for the private family 
garden it is withouta peer. People, particularly in 
our Northern States, who have never before been able 
to grow this most nectareous of fruits, can now enjoy 
from the beginning to the close of the season the most 
delicious of all water melons, for COLE'S EARLY is 
not only the earliest variety in cultivation, but it con- 
tinues to bear most bountifully throughout the entire 
season. 

The flesh is of a beautiful bright red color, crisp, and 
extremely delicate in texture—that granulated, cool 
sparkling appearance that is so captivating to the eye; 
in flavor it is lusciously sweet and refreshing, no pithi- 
ness or stringiness. 

The melons are not large, seldom over 12 inches in 
length by nine inches in diameter, but what they lack 
in size is more than made up in number and solidity. 
The heart is unusually large; there is little or no 
cavity, and very few seeds—ail solid flesh, the quality 
of which is sustained clear to the rind. j ‘ BARON Ar 

It can be grown, and successfully, too, over a larger latitude than any other water melon, and it will invariably mature latge’¢rops in 
any et pores ate States when the season is as long as that of New York. Price, 10c. per pkt., 20c. per oz., 40c. per 14 1b., $1.25 
per lb. ee cut.) ~ : 


“Cole’s Early Water Melon has attracted universal admiration. It has hitherto been considered impossible to ripen water melons in Santa) Fe; at an altitude 
of over 7,000 feet above sea-level, on account of the comparatively short summer here and cool nights, the thermometer never averaging oVver60° at night even 
during July and August. From the package of seed I grew fifteen hills that bore some sixty melons weighing from eight to fourteen pounds, and\ not a single 
melon failed to ripen fully, and several persons who tried them were unanimous in pronouncing them excellent. Sweet, juicy and delicious,'far superior to the 
big coarse melons we get from the South, on account of their thia rind, they contain as much flesh as the big melons shipped here which weigh (gross) nearly 
double the weight of Cole’s. I am informed that these melons were the only ones successfully raised in this place.’—J. F, WIELANDY, Santa Fé, New Mexico. 


“TI have been successful in growing Cole’s Early Water Melon in my garden on the summit of the Shawangunk Mountains, at. a measured elevation of 
1,875 feet above sea-level. The melons matured, and were superior in flavor and sweetness to anything in the market. No melons were ever before matured 
in this neighborhood,’'—Mr. C. W. DurHAM, of 110 West 27th Street, New York City. | 


Hegmsess MUSHROOM SPAWN. 


The Spawn we offer is made especially for us three or four times each season, and is always fresh and in proper condition for planting. 
Mushrooms produce a most profitable crop when successfully grown, and the American market is the best in the world for this most 
delicious of foods. We shall be pleased to mail free to all purchasers of Spawn our 
leaflet on ‘‘Mushroom Culture” if requested. 

English. 15c. lb., 8 lbs. for $1.00; by mail, 25c. lb. 

French. The French Spawn is much more concentrated than the English, and the 
Mushrooms are larger, more succulent and of delicate flavor. (See cut.) 
In boxes of 2 lbs., 75c.; by mail, 95c. 


Thes yods, x 
MARTYNIA. enier ate used tor pickling 


Martynia Proboscidea. 10c. pkt., 30c. oz., $1.00 14 lb., $3.00 lb. 


MUSTARD for « MUSTARD AND CRESS.”’ 


WHITE LONDON. Best forsalads. 5c. 0z., 15c. 14 lb., 40e. lb. 

Brown or Black. More pungent in flavor than the white. 5c. oz., 15c. 14 

|  lb., 40c. lb. 

| Giant Southern Curled. A favorite sort in the South. 10e. oz., 25c. 14 
lb., 75¢. Ib. 

Wew Chinese. Leaves large and succulent, pleasant, 
sweet and pungent. 10c. 0z., 30c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. 


NASTURTIUM, or INDIAN CRESS. 


Tall. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 50c. 14 Ib., $1.50 Ib. 
Dwarf. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 50c. 4 lb., $1.75 lb, 


OKRA, or GUMBO. or culture 


see page 14. 
The pods when young are used in soups, stews, etc. 


WHITE VELVET. The pods are round and smooth, 
and are much larger than those of any other Okra; are 
never prickly to the touch, and are produced in the 
greatest abundance. 5c. pkt.,10c. 0z., 25c. 14 1b., 70c. Ib. 

Dwarf Prolific. Dwarf, very early. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 
Y4 Ib., 65¢. lb. 

Improved Dwarf Green. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c..14 Ib. 
50e. lb. 


FRENCH MUSHROOM GROWN FROM HENDERSON’S SUPERIOR MUSHROOM SPAWN. Long Green. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 50c. Ib. 
, DO NOT OMIT YOUR PREMIUM WHEN ORDERING. See page 6. 


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54 


HENDERSON’S.... 
2. ol eSTED 


“TT pRIZETAKER” ONION 


Excels in Yield. 
Excels in Size. 
Excels in Keeping Qualities. 
Excels in Mildness of Flavor. 


YA 


SZ ~ CX SLL = 
*% We could fill pages WITH PRAISE 
From our enthusiastic.... 66 99 
«customers about our PRIZETAKER ONIONS. 
“With same mail I send you a sample of Prizetaker onion raised from seeds 


purchased of you. Iam perfectly satisfied with the result, as 1 have a crop of80 
bushels from 4 lb. of seed.” 


“The yield of your Prizetaker onion is immense, at least double that of the 
yellow Danvers, side by side.” 

“The Prizetaker onion has done well—they are nearly as large as Ponderosa 
tomatoes.” 


““My Prizetaker onions are 2 perfect crop—both for size and quality.” 

“Your Prizetaker onions produced a wonderful crop. The season was exces- 
sively dry, yet many of the onions measured 111% inches in circumference. The 
warm weather this fall caused all other varieties to sprout, but Prizetaker has 
not yet shown a green sprout. Its mildness of flavor, immense size and good 
keeping qualities surely render it a perfect vegetable.” 

“The Prizetaker onion seed you sent me beat anything I ever saw produced, 
especially when we had to contend with the drouth.” 


“T was pleased, indeed, with the result from your Prizetaker onion seed; 
some of the onions measured nearly fourteen inches in circumference, which we 
thought quite remarkable, as the seeds were not sown until Jate in May.” 

‘By transplanting your Prizetaker trom hot-bed last year I raised them 13% 
inches in diameter, mention of which was made in many of our Canadian papers.” 

“BPvery one who eats your Prizetaker onion is delighted with the mild flavor; 


they are rightly named, for we took the first premium at our county fair among 
a large number of competitors.” 


“T raised 113 bushels of Prizetaker onions from 4 Ib. of your seeds.” 

“My Prizetaker onions, raised from seed purchased of you, are the ‘sensation’ 
ofthe neighborhood, many ofthe onions measuring fifteen and one-fourth inches 
in circumference, which I consider extraordinary, as the seed was not sown until 
the sixth day of May, and the fore part of the season was very unfavorable.” 


Henderson’s ‘‘Prizetaker’’ onions, grown from our seed, received an award 
of merit from the Royal Horticultural Society of England. 


ONION SEED. 


1 oz. for 100 feet of drill; 5 or 6 lbs. in drills for an acre. For Culture see page 14. 8 


one of our best standard varieties. Rarely has any vegetable 
attained prominence more rapidly. 


a really adequate idea of its great value, whether considered as a 
variety for commercial or private culture. 


is known that its keeping qualities are unexcelled. The exterior 
color is pale yellow, and the interior clear sparkling white. 


plants, it can be grown to an immense size. (See cut.) 


per lb. In lots of 5 lbs. and upward, $1.40. 


re PRIZETAKER” 
! «ONION.» 


THE GRANDEST VARIETY GROWN FOR) 
THE AMERICAN CLIMATE. 


Its mildness of flavor and tenderness are) 
unequalled even by the Bermuda varieties. 


In size it is not excelled by the enormous 
varieties from Spain. 


Has now been several years on the market and is recognized as 
Nothing short of actual knowledge of this variety will convey 
Its immense size will recommend it to all, particularly when it 


It is easily grown, medium early in maturing, mild in flavor. 
By sowing early in a sheltered spot and transplanting the young 


PRICE, 10c. per pkt., 20c. per oz., 50c. per 14 lb., $1.50 


“T find your Prizetaker onion the best I ever used, both for eating and keeping 
qualities.”’—H. E. BLacow, Upper Lake, Cal. 


“T raised your Prizetaker onion last year and never saw anything like it. I 
sold them at5 cents each. Some of them weighed as much as two and one-quarter 
pounds, and then they are so mild that a baby can eat them. I always speak a 
good word for your house.”’—Mrs. E. A. BELL, Belles Store, La. 


“We raised your Prizetaker onion last season and every one who sees or eats 
them is delighted. They are rightly named for they tovk the first premium at 
one ee Wasl COUDLY Fair among a large number of competitors.’”-—Mrs. M. M.LYMAN, 

owville, N, Y. 


“T wish you could have seen my Prizetaker onions raised from seed 
bought of you last season. I raised at the rate of 1,450 bushels per acre.”— 
A. S. Parson, Garden City, Kans. 


_ “The Prizetaker onions also exceeded our expectations, two’ pounds of seed 
giving us over an acre of plants. These are some of the reasons why we prefer to 
deal with you.” —H. F. Rers & Co., Tampa, Fla. 


_ “I had some of your seeds brought me last year, and am pleased to say they 
did extremely well. Your onion is rightly named, and at our show took the first 
and third prize.”"—J. Kirk, 13 Church Row, Cleveland St., Hull, England. 


We deliver free, '° 27 Pes Ditice or Railroad Express Office in the U.S all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs, °*?,7*" 


noted. 


Bb 


Henderson’s “ High-Grade”’ 


ONION SEED.£ 


SOUTHPORT WHITE GLOBE. Hand- 
some globular Onion, of mild flavor; 
good keeper. One of the best. (See 
testimonials in cut below.) 10c. pkt., 25c. 
o0z., 70c. 14 lb., $1.70 lb. In lots of 5 lbs. 
and upward, $1.60. 

SOUTHPORT YELLOW GLOBE. 
Same shape as White Globe; color 
yellow; keeps well. Our stock of this 
is the finest in the country. (See cut.) 
5e. pkt., 20c. oz., 40c. 14 lb., $1.10 lb. In 
lots of 5 lbs. and upward, $1.00. 


“Your Southport Yellow Globe Onion Seed is 
entitled to more prominence in your catalogue; it 
is the best strain of Onion in this country to-day. 
ON FIVE ACRES OF GROUND I GREW 5,186 
BUSHELS OF SOUND ONIONS. Send me the 
same strain now. I don’t ask you to bid on poor 
seed. I want only the best.” 

JAS. H. FRANK, Market Gardener, 
Kingston, Pa. 


YELLOW GLOBE DANVERS. Thi ee i VN Sal SRRTMRMMR RASS .creERSON 
is the standard variety everywhere, fe : ANNA HANA iN | pyier G op ONIONESE | 


earliness, uniform shape, small neck, 
bright yellow color and fine quality commending it to all. Itis ] WETHERSFIELD LARGE RED. A favorite sort for general 


an excellent keeper and one of the most desirable sorts for either use, and deservedly so because it is medium early, a good keeper 
the professional or amateur gardener, as it is in demand every- and a heavy yielder. Oursis a specially selected rich dark red 
where. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 15c. 0z., 30c. 14 lb., 70c. lb. In lots strain of large size and fine form. Immense quantities of it are 
of 5 lbs. and upward, 65c. grown. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35¢. 14 lb., 75c. lb. In lots 


LARGE RED GLOBE. With the exception, perhaps, of some of of 5 lbs. and upward, 70c. 
the: white varus: there is no Onion that realizes such high prices 
as this, its beautiful globe shape and rich purplish crimson color i 
making it extremely desirable. The aves Red Globe is a good Cpeice poccted stocks ores Grere pon Sieger 
keeper and of excellent quality. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. | 2S We are offering in column opposite, are scarcer this 
14 1b., $1.20 1b. In lots of 5 lbs. and upward, $1.10. season than they have been in years. 


““T raised Large Red Globe Onions from your seed last year which weighed 18 
ounces. One-quarter acre of carrots grew 210 bushels. Cabbages were 10 days ROUND YELLOW DANVERS. An early variety, good keeper 


ahead of local market gardeners.” H. W. K. BROWN, New Lebanon, Ky. and excellent market sort. Has a thin yellow skin. 5c. pkt., 
peep cediiue the same (Large Red Globe Onion) 2 ORE ae year; they 10c. 0z., 25c. 14 1b., 65c. lb. In lots of 5 lbs. and upward, 60c. 

b . WwW. YY, Napoleon, Ohio. = . rs ‘ c 

‘* Appreciating our Jast season’s success following the use of your seeds, we are Eee ears 1 Ag J eowa Onign aoe good yield or i 

pleased to place with you the following order. Wemight add that we were com- So US Ubn Wo Flop, 0180 VA. -, 65c. lb. In lots of 5 Ibs. and 


plimented with the upward, 60c. 

Scat Ome prot, WHITE PORTUGAL, OR SILVER SKIN. One of the leading 
St. Louis dealer + i 

to the effect that our white sorts. A most excellent keeper and good yielder. Largely 

Red Globes were not grown for pickling. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 70c. 14 lb., $2.00 


} surpassed in that mar- 6 
ket last season.”’ ae tavlots of Sues and pg aie 


pee @ HART, Extra Early Flat Red. A light-colored onion; good keeper; 
of Raisin Valley Celery Fay . 
CME ae nae of all. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 15¢e. oz., 35c. 14 Ib., 


pout 
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1895. GLOBE Last SPTING: mn of be y 
ou Las hem nel. 5 
oe pupure GOT Ge Se of them ¥? oVITTY. 
Z the acre.” 


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Choice selected stocks of the GLOBE ONIONS, such as we are offering above, are scarcer this season than they have been in years. 


MAMMOTH 
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HENDERSON’S " 

-wcrcrave” ONION SEED. 

Spanish, Italian and 
Bermuda Varieties. 


These varieties are not good keepers, 
but for summer and autumn use in 
the North sow them in the 
spring. They are of quick 
growth, succulent and mild. 
They are especially 
adapted for Southern 
planting, where they 
are sown in either fall 
or spring. 


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Southern States. (See cut.) ; 
Pale Red Bermuda. 10c. pkt., 30c. oz., $1.00 14 lb., $3.50 Ib. White Bermuda. 10c. pkt., 30c. oz., $1.00 14 lb., $3.50 Ib. 


GIANT WHITE GARGANUS (Silver King). (POCCCOCSSSOSSSSSSSSSSSS SG NEW MAMMOTH POMPEII (Red Garganus). 


Single onions of this variety, grown from seed, % Beware of CHEAP Seed of all Isa very fine Italian variety. It has produced 
onions weighing 4 to 5 lbs. each. The skin isa |} 
¢) 


Perera 


SESEE OSE 


the first season have weighed as much as 3 lbs. kinds, especially Onion ( } . 
It matures early, is a white-skinned and white- Seed, as the following delicate red, the flesh is close-grained and nearly 
fleshed variety, in shape somewhat flat, and of 


will show: white. Is of a very mild flavor, and in sections 


an exceedingly mild and delicate flavor. 10c. 4 ,, ; . & where onions can be sown during autumn, this 
pkt., 20c. one, BOG: 14 Ib., $1.50 lb. ‘ “ fe pe ae Ns i variety, if transplanted in April, will attain a 
QUEEN. This is a very early onion; small, flat, ; my neighbers did from 114 Ibs. eee on nee a know of. 10c. 
yiite engl Gay ored: 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. ® of Philadelphia Onion seed.” i Nba ene MaED orn ; z ae 
4 |b., $1.50 1b. Q S. SMITH, % N . An early white, 
LARGE WHITE ITALIAN TRIPOLI. An ex- i" Oswego, N. Y. 8 flat onionet fine flavor. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 
cellent variety, of quick growth and mild flavor. 8 5 ¢ Ib., $1.50 Ib. 
5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 50c. 14 Ib., $1.50 lb. ® — My Onions from your Onion * : : ft 
I C. 0Z., 0c. 14 D i & ae ae bo ie 0 en ROCCA Very large growing, globe 
LARGE RED ITALIAN TRIPOLI. This has * %€¢9 area perfect crop, t) shaped variety, of a reddish brown color; flavor 
the same char- % for size and quality, free from *} mild and sweet. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 Ib., 
acteristics as i mixture. Bey, we Re hom. & $1.25 lb. 
the White Trip- { There may be other seedsmen } i F 
oli; distinct Pr ‘ just as good, but | would hate i ANPING BARLETTA. A very early, small, | 
Dee SED Oro H - pure white variety, having a very delicate silver 
color, however. % Ue * skin; flesh firm, and mild in flavor. Its great 
5¢. ip 20c. ROBERT BIRCH, ® merit is its extreme earliness. For pickling pur- 
ace lb.» Plymouth, Mich. } poses it is unexcelled. 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 60¢. 14 
. . (ty 


Wreecesrsesrrtesesreserrscesesy Ib., $1.75 Ib. 
WHITE BUNCH. A handsome white variety of vigorous habit, producing large, showy onions of 
fine quality. This is not a good keeping variety, but for bunching for sale or using in the green 


state, it cannot be surpassed. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 Ib., $2.00 ib. 
Onion Sets we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 10c. per 
ONION SET e quart or 50c. per peck is added to the following prices: 
Red, 30c. qt., $1.50 pk. White, 35c. qt., $1.75 pk. 
Yellow, 30c. qt., $1.50 pk. Potato Onions, 40c. qt., $2.50 pk. 


Top, or Button Onions, 35ce. qt., $1.75 pk. 
Shallots, 40c. qt., $2.50 pk. Garlic Sets, 45c. Ib. 


THE DAYS OF USING SOD 


will soon be over when people know 
MSEA now easily Lawns are made with ‘ : \\ ie “ 


The “HENDERSON” Lawn. Grass Seed ! 


For details see page 190. 


PA RSLEY J oz. for 150 feet of drill. 

gaa a For culture see page 14. 

CHAMPION MOSS CURLED. A very select stock, beautifully crimped and 
curled. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 30c. 14 lb., 90e. Ib. 

Fern-Leaved. A beautiful variety. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 30c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. 

HENDERSON’S EMERALD. Distinct in appearance frem any of the 
other varieties, being of a lighter and more brilliant shade of green. The 
plant is of dwarf habit, with leaves finely cut and very curly. To growers 
for the market, as well as for private gardens, we commend this sort. 
(Seecut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 30c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. 

EXTRA DOUBLE CURLED. A fine dwarf variety, beautifully curled; 

dc. pkt., 10c. oz., 25¢. 14 lb., 80e. lb. 

_ Plain. The leaves of this sort are plain; it 
is hardier than the curled variety. 5c. pkt., 
10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 60c. lb. 

Hamburg, or Purnip-Rooted. A fleshy- 
rooted kind; the roots used for flavoring 
soups. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 30c. 14 1b., $1,00 1b. 


1 oz. per 200 feet of drill; 


PA RSNI/P. Sito Ibs. in drills for an 


For culture see page 14. 

HENDERSON’S HOLLOW CROWNED. 
We believe this is the finest stock of Par- 
snip that can be procured. The roots run 
of uniform size, and are smooth. The grow- 
ing taste for this delicious vegetable will 
make this improved strain particularly de- 
sirable. (Seecut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 
14 Ib., 55e. lb. 

Long Smooth. A fine flavored variety. 5c. 
pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50c. Ib. 

1 Barly Round. An early variety, but of small 

size. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 75c. lb. 


HENDERSON’S 
EMERALD PARSLEY. 


PEPPER... 
| For culture see page 14. 

|LARGE BELL, or BULL NOSE. An early 
| variety of mild flavor, a favorite for pick- wi 
ling and for use in the natural state. 5c. Ay 

__ pkt., 25e. oz., 75e. 14 Ib., $2.50 Ib. f ij 

GOLDEN DAWN. Of same shapeand size 9 Uji 

as the Large Bell, but of more delicate Hl 
flavor; color, yellow. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 
| 14 1b., $2.50 Ib. 

‘SWEET MOUNTAIN, or MAMMOTH. 
| Similar to the Bull Nose, but larger and 
milder in flavor. Used to make stuffed 
| “Mango” pickles. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 
| Y Ib., $2.50 Ib. 

\HENDERSON’S COUNTY FAIR. The 
| best of all horn-shaped Peppers. It is par- 
ticularly sweet and mild, thicker in flesh 
than any other sort and enormously pro- 
ductive. We know of no pepper equal to 
it in quality and productiveness. It is 
| strikingly handsome, of medium size, very 
| solid, and ‘‘meaty,” entirely free from any 
| biting or burning taste. (Seecut.) 10c. pkt., 
| 35e. oz., $1.25 14 lb. 


HENDERSON’S 
HOLLOW CROWNED 
PARSNIP. 


. PEPPER RUBY KING. An exceed- 
Vie \) : ingly large and handsome Pepper 
Vike of mild flavor; the fruits are of a 
GR Ve bright ruby red, from 414 to 6 

A EZ ins. long by 9 to 12 ins. in cir- 

aN cumference. It can be sliced for 

Ze salad or eaten with salt and vinegar 
1a like tomatoes and cucumbers. 

(See cut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 

yi 75c. 14 lb., $2.75 lb. 

Ye CARDINAL. This Pepper is slightly : ; , 

‘1 AN scimiter-shaped, and is a glossy bright red color; 5 to6 inches in length, being 

{about an inch broad at the top and tapering to a point. Very sweet and thick- 
fleshed. 5c. pkt., 40c. oz., $1.25 14 Ib. 

RED CLUSTER. Bears aprofusion of red clusters of very thin, pungent peppers 
in an upright position. It forms a small, compact plant about a foot high. A 
single plant has been known to produce a thousand peppers. 10c. pkt., 30c. 0z., 
$1.00 14 Ib. 

LONG RED CAYENNE. The variety of commerce. Pods small, cone-shaped ; 
scarlet red when ripe. Quite a late variety; the pods are as frequently used for 
pickling green as when ripe. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 44 Ib., $2.50 Ib. 

CHILI. Very small and prolific; generally used for making pepper sauce. 5c. 
pkt.. 25e. oz., 75c. 14 Ib. 

CHERRY RED. Fruit round, scarlet. 5c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75c. 14 Ib. 


For Pepper plants see page 175. 


RUBY KING 
PEPPER. 


HENDERSON’S COUNTY FAIR PEPPER. 
except 


Nae eee ee eee 
\WE DELIVER FREE “"a’tée‘v. s. DIREGT TO PLANTER all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs “where noted. 


2 = a c -¢ ee __.__ 8) - : D) 


58 VEGETABLE SE 


gEDERSONS torr eRADE 


HENDERSON'S ———=> 


“Succession” Collection of Four Best Dwarf Peas. 


HE varieties comprising this collection have been selected by 
us as the best of the dwarf wrinkled Peas from the Extra Early, 
Early, Medium and Late maturing sections. 

requires to be ‘* brushed” or grown on trellis, and, in consequence, 
are particularly adapted for gardens where it is inconvenient to pro- 
cure such supports. If sown at one time, and conditions are favor- 
able, the first picking for the table can be made in from 5 to 6 
weeks, and successive pickings from the 4 sorts will supply the 
table with luscious peas for several weeks after the first picking. 


NOTT’S EXCELSIOR. 


2 THE MOST VALUABLE OF ALL DWARF EARLY WRINKLED 
oe PEAS. SURPASSING IN EARLINESS, YIELD AND QUALITY. 
This is an extra early dwarf wrinkled Pea, usually ready for table 
in 40 to 45 days from planting, only a few days later than the early 
round sorts. It grows about 14 inches high, or about half as tall 
again asthe American Wonder. It is of vigorous constitution, and 
wonderfully productive. (See cut.) 10c. per 1g pt., 20c, pt., 
30c. qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bushel. 


McLEAN’S ADVANCER. 


A second early variety, attaining a height of 2% feet, a great 
favorite with growers in this neighborhood, among whom it is often 
known as the Dwarf Champion. It is a green wrinkled variety of 
fine flavor. (See cut.) 10c. per 14 pt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.00 
peck, $3.50 bushel. 

A 
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PRICES for Henderson’s “ Succession” 


pt 
Collection of Four Best Dwarf Peas: a 


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None of them |! 


. each of above 4 sorts, enough for 75 feet of drill, 


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It grows about 15 inches in height and is of compact, short-jointed 
habit, thus requiring no brushing or staking. The pods are re- 
markably handsome, being gracefully curved and much longer than 
any other early dwarf kind. They are well filled, each containing 
8 to 10 good-sized peas of exquisite quality, which, when cooked, 
are rich, sugary, and of marrow-like flavor. (See cut.) 10c. per 
1g pt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bushel. 


‘6 JUNO.’’ A Dwarf Main Crop Wrinkled MARROW PEA. 
ENORMOUSLY PROLIFIC, SUPERB FLAVOR. 


We have now had several years’ acquaintance with ‘‘Juno”’ Pea, 
and every year we esteem it more highly. It is a main crop variety, 
of vigorous constitution, which shows itself in the strong, hand- 
some, branching plant. It is 2 feet in height, requiring little or no 
brushing. It produces an abundance of the finest peas possible, 
the vines being actually laden with pods. These are stout and 
heavy in form, very little curved, dark green, usually growing in 
pairs, containing from 7 to 9 peas of the finest quality, which so 
thoroughly fill the pod as to make it almost cylindrical in shape. 
The peas, too, possess the admirable merit of preserving their 
tenderness and superb flavor long after they are young, and also 


retain their attractive dark green color when served at table. (See 
cut.) 10c. 16 pt., 20c. pt., 30c, qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bushel. 
BUYER DELIVERED 
PAYING TRANSIT. IN U.8. FREE. 
$0.40 
ce 150 BG .60 .80 
a 300 <s 1.00 1.30 


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HENDERSON’S 


“Succession” Collection of Four Best Tall Peas. 


HE varieties comprising this collection have been selected by 
us as the best of the tall wrinkled Peas from the Extra Early, 
Medium and Late maturing sections. They require to be 

‘“‘brushed” or grown on trellis, but this is well worth the extra 
trouble, for tall peas are much more productive than very dwarf 
varieties. If sown at one time, and conditions are favorable, the 
first picking for the table can be made in from eight to nine weeks, 
and successive pickings from the four sorts will supply the table 
with luscious peas for several weeks after the first picking. 


*“HENDERSON’S NEW EARLY. 
WRINKLED PEA, ‘‘PROSPERITY.”’ 


Introduced last season as No. 1897. (See colored plate and full 
description in Novelties, pages 22 and 23.) This is the earliest tall 
wrinkled or marrow Pea grown! Planted at the same time as the 
earliest tall ‘‘round”’ or hard-shell Peas—such as Alaska, Daniel 
O’Rourke, etc.—it is usually ready for picking at the same time or 
within three or four days after. Reports show that ‘‘ Prosperity ” 
sown from the middle to latter part of April was ready for the 
table. early in June. The advantage of procuring deliciously- 
flavored wrinkled or marrow peas, tender, melting and sweet, so 
early in the season is too apparent to need comment from us. 
‘«Prosperity ’’ grows about 21!¢ feet high, is vigorous and robust; 
a large yielder of immense:pods, filled with extra large and luscious 
peas. (See cut.) 20c. 14 pt., 35c. pt., 60c. qt., $4.00 peck. 


pt. 
1 qt. “6 ' 66 


PRICES for Henderson’s “ Succession” | 1g pt. each of above 4 sorts, enough for 75 feet of drill, 


Collection of Four Best Tall Peas: 


sessssssse= “TELEPHONE. 

A tall, wrinkled marrow, enormously productive and of the best 

quality. Itisastrong grower, averaging eighteen pods to the stalk. 

The pods are of the largest size and contain six or seven large peas. 

A desirable sort for the family garden. Height, 4! feet. (See cut.) 
10c. 14 pt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.40 peck, $4.50 bush. 


“AMERICAN CHAMPION. 


The number of testimonials we received favorable to the Ameri- 
can Champion Pea only confirms the high opinion we had formed 
of it in our trials before offering it forsale. It is one of the largest 
of all Peas, enormously productive, and its flavor and quality 
closely approach that of the well-known Champion of England. 
The pods are produced in pairs and are well filled. Each pod con- 
tains from nine to twelve large, fine peas. It is a tall-growing 
sort, of branching habit; it should be sown thinly. Height, 414 
feet. (See cut.) lOc. 14 pt., 20c. pt., 35c. qt., $2.00 peck, 
$7.00 bush. 


“CHAMPION OF ENGLAND. 


Acknowledged to be the best of the late tall varieties. The pods 
and peas are of the largest size and excellent quality. (See cut.) 
Height, 5 feet. 10c. 15 pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.25 peck, $3.75 


bush, 
BUYER DELIVERED BY US 
PAYING TRANSIT. IN U.S. FREE. 
$0.40 
G6 150 GG et ° .70 90 
66 ‘¢ 300 GG 1.20 1.50 


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A For Culture see page 14. 
e 1 qt. for 75 feet of drill. 2 to 3 bushels in drills for an acre. 


Those marked thus * are wrinkled varieties. 


Peas, Beans and Corn we do NOT deliver free, but will doso if 5c. 
per pint or 10c.per quart is added to the price. 


DWARF EXTRA EARLY PEAS. 


BLUE BEAUTY. Ofa uniform height of 114 feet, sosmooth 
and level in its growth that arow of it resembles a well- 
kept hedge. It isa blue, round pea, and is nearly as early 
as the American Wonder. In quality and flavor Blue 
Beauty cannot be surpassed. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25e. qt., 
$1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 

Tom Thumb. Remarkably dwarf and early, of excellent 
quality. Height, 1 foot. 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.50 
peck, $5.00 bushel. 

*AMERICAN WONDER. Better suited to the private 
than the market garden. Very early; extremely dwarf 
growth. Of the finest quality. Height, 12 inches. -10c. 
pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.25 peck, $3.75 bushel. 

*PREMIUM GEM. A very fine dwarf Pea of the Little 
Gem type, on which it is a great improvement. Height, 15 
inches. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt , 25c. qt., $1.25 peck, $3.75 bushel. 

*LITTLE GEM (McLEAN’S). A green wrinkled variety 
which comes into use a few days later than the First of All 
or Improved Daniel O'Rourke. 18 inches high, very pro- 
lific, and of excellent flavor. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 
$1.25 peck, $3.75 bushel. 


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EXTRA EARLY PEAS °F meow nevonr. 


yield, size of pod and regularity of ripening. Height, 244 feet, or fully six inches 
dwarfer than the Philadelphia Extra Early, and produces pods of good size, 
which are well filled with round, smooth peas of splendid flavor. It is a pro- 
digious bearer, and in this last feature and in its extreme earliness consists its 
great value to market gardeners and truckers. At the same time we know of 
no other variety that is more popular than Henderson’s First of Allin private 
gardens. This variety is sent out only in sealed packages and bags. (See cut.) 
loc. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 

IMPROVED DANIEL O'ROURKE. A favorite extra early variety. Height, 
3feet. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bushel. 

*LAXTON’S ALPHA. Of fine quality, very prolific; pods large and well filled. 
Height, 3 feet. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25e. qt., $1.25 peck, $3.75 bushel. 

ALASKA. Theearliest blue Pea. The dark green color of the pods makes it 
extremely desirable, as it can be carried long distances without losing color, 
which quality, combined with its earliness and uniformity of ripening, makes it | 
a most desirable Pea for market gardeners. Height, 2 feet. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., | 
25¢e. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bushel. | 


MEDIUM OR SECOND EARLY PEAS. 


i) *HORSFORD’S MARKET GARDEN. A grand wrinkled variety, coming in between 
Little Gem and Advancer. The vines are two feet high, very regularin growth. Itis 
a prolific bearer, and has yielded more shelled peas per acre than any other American 
variety. The pods, although of medium size, are numerous, and are literally packed 
with peas of adelicious sweet flavor. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, 
$3.25 bushel. 

| “ABUNDANCE. A second early variety, attaining a height of 3 feet. Pods, 3 to 31 
inches long, roundish and well filled, containing 6 to 8 large wrinkled peas of excellent 
quality. This variety is remarkable for branching directly from the roots. 10c. pkt., 
5c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3 50 bushel. 
FILLBASKET. This variety is one of the best second early Peas in cultivation; a 
heavy cropper; of excellent flavor. Height, 344 feet. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 
$1.25 peck, $4 00 bushel. 

Dh) atts *SHROPSHIRE HERO. A robust grower, about 3 feet high, producing long, hand- 
RRR GhnnERKE EA some and well filled pods in abundance. Flavor exquisite. We recommend it. 10ce. 
oo pkt., 15c. pt., 25. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bushel. 

*THE ADMIRAL. The heaviest cropping second early Pea extant. Grows toa height of from 31g to 4 feet; with a great profusion 
of pods from top to bottom of the vine. 10c. pkt., 15c. pt., 25v. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.50 bushel. 


Peas, Beans and Corn we do NOT deliver free, but will do so if 5c, per pint or10c. per quart is added to the price. 


PETER HENDERSON &CO.,NEW YORK 


S== SS 
UR CUSTOMERS WRITE OF IT: 
“We much prefer 
THE HEROINE.” 
“The Choice of all Large- 
Podded, Wrinkled Peas.” 
“Peas Large and very Prolific, 
Often 10, sometimes 
12 Peas to a Pod.” 
_ “HEROINE PEA 
IS A MARVEL.” 
“Fairly Melting in your 
Mouth for Sweetness.” 


HENDERSON’S HEROINE PEA. 


grown in the gardens of Old England are celebrated. 
Price, 10c. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.25 peck, $4.25 bushel. 


BY rd Oe, : 
PeTER HENDER 0,N 


Combines quantity and quality ina 
degree possessed by no other variety. 
The Heroine is a medium early, green wrinkled Pea, grows uniformly about two and one-half 
feet high and is literally covered with its long, heavy, pointed pods—in fact, so striking and 
distinct is this variety that it would be picked out at once ina field of one hundred other varieties. 
In the cut above we show the size and form of the peas, which come eight or nine in a pod. The 
quality of this pea is simply perfection—that rich, buttery, marrow-like flavor for which the peas 


(See cut.) ! 


PEAS we do not deliver free but will do so if 5c. per pint or 10c. per quart is added to the price. 


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LATE OR MAIN CROP. 


Those marked thus * are Wrinkled Varieties. 


*STRATAGEM. By many this variety is considered the best of 
the English Peas. It is a dwarf, wrinkled, blue marrow, a very 
heavy cropper, and produces large, remarkably well-filled pods 
of excellent flavor. Height, 2 feet. 10c. 14 pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., 
$1.40 peck, $4.50 bushel. 


*EVER-BEARING. A continuous bearing variety, which gives 
it especial value for late summer and autumn use. Height, 3 
feet; foliage large. Pods 3 to 4 inches long, producing 6 to 8 
large wrinkled peas half an inch and over in diameter; quality 
unsurpassed. It should be sown considerably thinner than other 
kinds, else the vines will become too crowded. 10c. 14 pt., 15c. 
pt., 25c. qt., $1.00 peck, $3.25 bushel. 


NEW PEA, No. 4 (For which we want a name). 


For particulars see page 18. 


PRIDE OF THE MARKET. Is a strong-growing Pea, 2 feet 
high, wonderfully productive. The pods are also of large size 
and handsome appearance, and the peas are of splendid quality. 
10c. 1g pt., 15c. pt., 25c. qt., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bushel. 

EVOLUTION. A main crop variety of fine flavor, growing about 
3 feet in height; pods and foliage rich dark green; very hardy 
and prolific. The pods are very large, scimeter-shaped and 
packed close with good-sized peas of delicious, melting quality. 
This variety can be depended on for a main crop or late sort, 
giving large pickings of peas after all others are done. 10c. 14 
pt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.50 peck, $4.50 bushel. 

BLACK-EYED MARROWFAT. An old-time favorite; large, 
handsome pods; enormous cropper. Height, 514 feet. 10c. pt., 
20c. qt., 75e. peck, $2.50 bushel. 


WHITE MARROWFAT. Similar to above, but a little finer 


THE_GENUINE FRENCH PEA. 


‘PETIT POIS. The genuine small French 
Pea. We have had frequent calls from 
customers for the real French Peas, such 
as they have eaten in Paris. This we have 
succeeded in getting, and now offer the 
genuine ‘‘French Petit Pois.’”’ The pods 
are long and slim and contain 8 to 10 small 
peas of tender, delicate quality. The vines 
are vigorous and branching, attaining a 
height of from 3 to 4 feet. This variety is 
medium early, and extremely prolific. 


quality. Height, 514 feet. 10c. pt., 20c. qt., 75e. peck, $2.50 bushel. 
DIBLE PODDED... 


.... OR SUGAR PEAS. 


MELTING SUGAR. Grows to the height of 
5 feet, bears a profusion of large, broad 
pods, which are so brittle that they snap 
withvut any string. It should be used in 
much the same way as a Wax Bean. The 
pods when cooked are very sweet and tender. 
15e. pkt., 25e. pt., 40c. qt., $2 50 peck. 

NEW VERY DWARF SUGAR PEA. Un- 
usually dwarf, very similar in habit to the 
American Wonder. The pods are beautifully 
crimped, are of unusual size for such'a small- 


(See cut.) 106. pkt., 20c. pt., 30c. qt., $1.50 


growing sort, and are of exquisite, melting 


peck, $5.00 bushel. : 


quality. 15c. 14 pt., 25c. pt., 40c. qt., $2.50 peck. 


PEAS, BEANS and GORN we do NOT deliver free but will do so if 5c. per pint or 10c. per quart is added to the price. 


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VEGETABLE SEEDS: 


season. 


| POTATOES FOR SEED. 


In drills 3 feet apart; 10 to 12 bushels to the acre. 1 peck will plant about 125 hills. 
A CHANGE OF SEED ALWAYS PAYS. 


Our Potatoes are all specially raised for seed purposes, are 
“Northern Grown,” and are exceptionally fine in quality this 
Prices subject to variation. We deliver all Potatoes 
into the hands cf transportation companies safely packed; 
after that our responsibility ceases. 
all risks from freezing or heating. 


Purchasers must take 
In comparing our prices on 
Potatoes, remember we make 
no charge for barrels or 
cartage, but deliver | 
. F.O.B., New York, 
\ at prices 
quoted. 


Our Potatoes aré all 
«Northern Grown.” 


A CHANGE OF SEED 
ALWAYS PAYS. 


Potatoes we do NOT deliver free. 


EARLY VARIETIES. 


«“BARLY NORTHER.” Several days earlier than the Early 
Rose, and equally prolific; a most desirable sort. It is a strong, 
vigorous grower, and the potatoes are bunched well together in 
the hills. In shape it resembles the Early Rose; the eyes are 
few and shallow. Its table qualities cannot be excelled, cooking 
dry and floury, whether baked or boiled. Seems to do well 
everywhere. (Seecut.) 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $4.00 bbl. 

““The Early Norther Potatoes I planted last spring have proved to_be the 
best I have ever had, both in quantity and quality.’ 

“Your Early Norther Potatoes I got of you last spring have done splendidly 
for me. JI think them just perfect.” 

THE ‘‘BOVEHE.” (See Novelties, pages 24 and 25.) 1 1b. 35c., 3 lbs. 
80c., 5 lbs. $1.20, postpaid. If by freight or express, deduct 8c. 
per lb. $1.50 peck, $5.00 bush., $10.00 bbl. 

QUEEN. A grand potato of recent introduction, closely resembling 
Beauty of Hebron in appearance, color, size and shape, but is 
much earlier and a heavier yielder. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 
bbl. 

ROCHESTER ROSE. Of recent years the Early Rose has not 
done well in some sections. The Rochester Rose, which we now 
offer, is a seedling of the Harly Rose, and is an improvement in 
every respect. It willaverage larger in size, is not quite so early, 
and is a much heavier yielder. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. 

HENDERSON’S EARLY PURITAN. One of the most valuable 
early varieties, entirely distinct from all other early sorts, the 
skin being nearly pure white. It cooks dry and floury, and is 
unequalled in quality. Awarded the medal of excellence at the 
American Institute Fair. (See cut.) 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., 
$4.00 bbl. 

“From the one peck of Early Puritan Potatoes that I purchased from 
you last spring I dug 18 bushels.” 

“In the spring I bought one peck of Henderson’s Early Puritan Potatoes 
from you. They were planted on my Island Farm on April Ist and dug July 
16th. The yield was 33 pecks. They are large, smooth, and could easily have 
been dug a month ago.” 


‘‘Our potatoes from your Early Puritan were the very finest potatoes I | 


have ever eaten. They kept finely, though every one around lost by rot.” 


| EARLY OHIO. Tubers almost round; flesh solid; cooks dry and 


mealy; very early. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $4.00 bbl. 


EARLY ROSE. The leading variety for earliness, quality and 


productiveness. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. 


BEAUTY OF HEBRON. One of the best early sorts; productive 


and of excellent flavor; a good keeper; pure white skin and flesh. 
60e. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. Bo 


CLARKE’S No. 1. Earlier than the Early Rose and very pro- 


ductive. Cooks mealy. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. 


MEDIUM EARLY VARIETIES. 


NEW IDEAL. Yields a very much heavier crop than any of the 


earlies; in fact, it outyielded several of the late potatoes. Itis | 
a handsome potato, having a pink russet skin; it is one of the | 
best cooking or baking potatoes, the flavor being excellent; the | 
vines are large, stocky and healthy; its keeping qualities are of | 
the best. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $4.00 bbl. 


RURAL NEW-YORKER No. 2. Large and smooth variety, of 


excellent quality; white skin and flesh, with few and shallow 
eyes. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. 


| CARMAN No. 3. A new seedling raised by Mr. Carman. It is 


of perfect form, even in dry seasons, almost every potato being 
of uniform size and shape, averaging nearly a pound each in 
weight. It has but few eyes, and they are very shallow. The 
skin and flesh are extremely white, no hollow or dark parts, and 
its cooking qualities are exceptionally fine; a remarkably hand- 
some potato and enormously prolific. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., 
$3.75 bbl. 


CARMAN No.1. Introduced three years ago and created a sen- 


sation on account of its very large size, uniform shape, hand- 
some appearance and immense yield. Its cooking qualities are 
of a high order. 60c. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. 


“SIR WALTER RALEIGH.” (See Novelties, page 25.) 1b. 35c., 


3 lbs. 80c., 5 lbs. $1.20, delivered. Jf by. freight or express, at 
purchaser's expense, deduct 8c. per lb., or buyer paying transit, 
$1.25 peck, $4.00 bush., $8.00 bbl. 


A COMPLETE AND ECONOMICAL GARDEN ™*our'vecerab.e Seed COLLECTIONS OFFERED ON PAGE 71,” 


MAIN CROP 


POTATOES VARIETY, 
“Un6l6 Sam.” 


It is the handsomest Potato grown, 


ITS COOKING QUALITIES 
are Superiop—WHITE, DRY AND FLOURY. 


A luxuriant healthy grower, free from 
disease, blight, scab or rote. +eeerees 
IT OUTYIELDS all other Potatoes nearly two to one! 
ITS SHAPE AND SIZE are wonderfully uniform. 


‘UNCLE SAM” possesses more desirable 
qualities than any other Potato. Its cropping 
qualities are phenomenal, and we believe it to 
be the heaviest yielding Potato known, not 
even excepting several varieties worthless in 
every other respect than their heavy cropping TTT TW 
qualities—varieties which produce coarse, waxy ie mae aes 
and unpalatable tubers. A well-known Potato grower and expert in New York State grew on his farm, under the same soil conditions 
and cultivation, ‘‘UNCLE SAM,” Rural New-Yorker No. 2, The Great Divide and Irish Daisy, and on digging and weighing the crops 
was astonished to find that ‘UNCLE SAM” had outyielded all nearly double the crop per acre. Its productiveness is largely attribu- 
table to the uniform size of the Potatoes, nearly all sizing up alike, none too large and few too small, but its crowning merit is its 
superb cooking qualities, which will ultimately place ‘UNCLE SAM” on every table where quality in Potatoes is appreciated. Its 
handsome pure white floury appearance attracts the attention of all. It is a medium late variety, ripening along with Rural New- 
Yorker No. 2, and has most luxuriant foliage, completely shading the ground. The tubers are oval with pure white russet skin, with 
very shallow eyes near the surface, and are so handsome in appearance and perfect in form that they will always bring an enhanced 
price upon the market. (Seecut.) Price, 75c. peck, $2.50 bushel, $5.00 bbl. 


I) 


“T bought ten pounds of your ‘Uncle Sam’ and it has proved to be a good “TI got three pounds ‘Uncle Sam’ Potatoes and I got ninety pounds last 
Jielder with me. I have twenty-one bushels grown from the ten pounds of seed.” spring.” JOSEPH EDGAR, Hopewell Center, N. Y. 
GUY W. CRAWFORD, Letcher, S. Dakota. “We are enjoying the nice potatoes. About eight bushels from the ten pounds 


““We sent last year for three ibs. of your ‘Uncle Sam’ Potato and were very oF Gace pee bs Sam’ P é & ses CRUISE) ENTE DS les VE 
much pleased with the result. We raised about seventy pounds from the three From the‘ Uncle Sam’ Potato of which I got three pounds, I dygtwo bushels, 


7 77 rf « and would have had as many more but for an accident.”’ 
pounds. MRS. ROBERT BICKERTON, West Elizabeth, Pa. F. L. HUNTLY, New Hartford, Iowa. 


LATE PURITAN. Inthe LATE Puritan we have a potato which is identical with the Early Puritan in appearance, color and quality, 
but far more productive. 60Oc. peck, $2.00 bush., $3.75 bbl. 


“Tf you are interested in hearing of your Late Puritan Potatoes, I am happy “T got two pounds of your Late Puritan Potatoes last Spring and planted 
to say that not only have they outyielded everything in this part of the country them. I have 110\% Ibs.; some of them weighed over one pound.”’ 
and are fast taking the place of the old standard varieties, such as White Star, JOSEPH EDGAR, Hopewell Center, N. Y. 
etc., but also the consumers pronounce them the best Potatoes they have ever 
ased.”’ E. D. KASSON, Gloversville, N. Y. 


PUMPKIN. 


66 uae ” For culture see page 14. CALHOUN. We have given this variety a very thorough distri- 
Winter LUXu ry = Jey bution and wherever heard from it gave the neneat satisfaction. 
Pumpkin. 
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The outside color is a creamy brown; the inside flesh is a deep 
salmon yellow; the flesh is wonderfully thick and fine-grained, 
and the seed cavity very small. It cooks very yellow and makes 
pies of a high rich color and of the finest quality. This variety 
is entirely fixed in its character, every specimen being uniform in 
shape. Any one using the Calhoun Pumpkin once will never use 
any other variety. 10c. pkt., 15c. 0z., 30c. 14 lb., 75c. lb. 

JONATHAN. A large bottle-shaped variety, with a crook neck; 
of most attractive appearance. It is very prolific, and the flesh 
is fine, clear and sweet, making it valuable for pies and other 
table uses. Its hard shell makes it an excellent keeper. 5c. pkt., 
10c. 0Z., 25¢e. 14 Ib., 60c. Ib. 

WINTER LUXURY. This we recommend as one of the best pie 
pumpkins; an excellent keeper and enormously productive It is 
very finely netted and in color it is a golden russet. (See cut} 
5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 30. 14 1b., 80e. Ib. 

JUMBO. This is the variety fo be grown where ‘the biggest 
pumpkin” is wanted. We have seen specimens weighing 250 
pounds. The color of skin is a deep yellow, the flesh being of a 
lighter shade. Notwithstanding its enormous size it is delicious 
in quality and generally desirable. 10c. pkt., 25c. 0z., 50c. 14 Ib., 
$1.50 Ib. 

Large Tours, or Mammoth. Grows to an immense size, often 
weighing over 100 lbs. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 30c. 14 Ib., 80e. Ib. 

Connecticut Field. Very productive; largely grown for feeding 
stock. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 1Ib., 50c. Ib. 

SUGAR. This variety is smallerthan the Large Field, but of finer 
grain, sweeter and very prolific. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25¢.14 Ib., 60e. ib. 

LARGE CHEESE. A well-known variety, its fine flesh and rich 
color making it valuable for pies and table use, while its pre- 
ductiveness renders it'useful for stock-feeding. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 
20¢. 14 Ib., 50¢. Ib. : acer 


Me PETER HENDERSONaSS 


ADISH. EARLY AND SUMMER VARIETIES. 
For Culture see page 14. 1 oz. for 100 feet of drill; 9 to 10 lbs. in drills for an acre. 


EARLY OLIVE-SHAPED RADISHES. 


FRENCH BREAKFAST. Mild and tender, and one of the best for forcing. Oval form, 
scarlet, tipped with white. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 1b., 60c. lb. 
WHITE ROCKET, RED ROCKET and WHITE-TIPPED ROCKET. Small, bright, 
olive-shaped varieties, always mild and delicious. Haying small tops, they can be grown 
vel closely. (See Novelties and colored plate, pages 20 and 21.) Each, 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 
5e. 14 |b. 
YELLOW OVAL-SHAPED. Matures in thirty days from time of sowing, and pre- 
serves its crispness quite late. The color is bright golden yellow. The flesh is pure 
white, solid and mild in flavor.-. 5c. pkt., 10c. 
oz., 30c. 14 Ib., 80ce. lb. 
\ OLIVE-SHAPED SCARLET. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 
Ss) 10c. oz., 20c. 14 \b., 60¢e. lb. 
% OLIVE-SHAPED WHITE. 
(See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 
20c. 14 Ib., 60c. lb. 


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EARLY ROUND RADISHES. 5 j)Z] ff \ 

EARLY SCARLET TURNIP. Of medium size, * SS \Y 
bright scarlet, quality unsurpassed, always mild \ \\\\\ S> 
and pleasant. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50c. Ib. | \ 

YELLOW SUMMERTURNIP. Grows toa large 
size ; excellentto stand the heat and drought ofsum- & 
mer. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20¢. 14 1b., 55e. lb. R 

HENDERSON’S ROSE TURNIP. This is one of the best and most 
beautiful Radishes we have everseen. It is similar to the round 
early varieties in shape and size, and has a small, compact top and a 
miniature root. It is very early, requiring only twenty-three days 
to mature it, and remains in good condition for ten days. Its tenderness and delicate 
flavor, added to its charming rosy pink color, render it very attractive when bunched. 
10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 1lb., $1.00 lb. 

WHITE-TIPPED EARLY SCARLET TURNIP. Bright scarlet, fading off to pure 
white at the base, and is tender, mild in flavor and early. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10e. 
oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. Ib. 

EARLY WHITE TURNIP. (See cut.) 5e¢. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 lb., 65c. Ib. 

EARLY ROUND DARK RED. Medium in size, rich dark red in color; the root is 
clean and smooth and the top is small. There is no radish in cultivation that remains 
fit for use for solongatime. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 60e. Ib. 

EARLY SCARLET GLOBE. Of distinct shape, brilliant color, short-leaved; crisp 
and white; an excellent variety for forcing. 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 30c. 14 lb., 80e. Ib. 

RED FORCING. Exceedingly early, with small tops; shape and color like Round 
Dark Red. Good for forcing. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 1b., 70e. lb. 

RAPID FORCING. A small, very early form of White-Tipped Scarlet Turnip; tops 
small ; indispensable for forcing ; matures in 22days. 5c. pkt., 15c. 0z., 30c. 14 lb., 80e. lb. 


LONG EARLY AND SUMMER RADISHES. 


LONG SCARLET SHORT TOP. This variety is largely grown, as its shape (when © 
tied up in bunches) is best suited to ship. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20e. 14 1b., 60ce. Ib. \ 

BRIGHTEST SCARLHET. It is entirely distinct, being a vivid scarlet color tipped with 
snow-white. (See cut.) 5c. pkt’, 10c. oz., 20c. 14 |b., 60c. Ib. 

CELESTIAL. Anall-seasons Radish. The flesh is firm, solid and pure white, skin creamy white, and is 
very attractive in appearance. 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 1b., $1.00 lb. 

NEWCOM WHITE. Early large white Radish, of superior.quality. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 Ib., 60e. Ib. 

WOOD'S BARLY FRAME. A good long variety for forcing. 5c. pkt., 10¢e. oz., 20e. 14 lb., 55e. 1b. 

LONG WHITE VIENNA (Lady Finger). Beautiful in shape; skin and flesh are pure snow-white; erisp = 
and of rapid growth. (See cut.) 5e. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. Ib. 9 = 

WHITE STRASBURG. Itis of a tapering shape, skin and flesh both white. It is an excellent summer 
variety, being tender, crisp, and of fine flavor, and a quick grower. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25¢. 14 Ib., 65e. Ib. 

BESKERT’S CHARTIER. The color at top is crimson, running into pink at middle, and from thence downward is pure waxy white. 
It will attain a very large size before it becomes unfit for use. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25e. V4 \b., 60e. lb. 

HENDERSON’S WHITE CHARTIER. Matures in about forty days from time of sowing and remains fit for use for about fourteen 
days after. The flesh iscrisp, tender, pure white, and the bulb is free from any roughness. The flavor is mild, and it is invaluable 
for slicing. The tops are short and it is in every respect most desirable. Price, 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 1b., $1.00 lb. 

GIANT WHITE STUTTGART. Early, large size, flesh and skin pure white; quality fine. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 50c. Ib. 


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HENDERSON’S NORFOLK SAVOY LEAVED. In appearance the leaf 
is wrinkled in the same way peculiar to the Savoy Cabbage. Hence the 
name. It should not, however, be sown in spring in the latitude of New 
York, as it is almost certain to run to seed if then sown. 5c. pkt., 10c. 
oz., 15e. 14 lb., 35c. lb. 

THICK LEAVED. One of the best. market sorts. It produces a large, 
thick, strong green leaf, somewhat crumpled, and possesses the valuable 
quality of standing a long time before running to seed. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 
10c. oz., 15¢. 14 Ib., 40c. Ib. 

VICTORIA. Valuable for spring sowing, its long-standing quality making 
it absolutely the best for that purpose. We have frequently seen other 
varieties go to seed, before this variety had made any sign of bolting; while 
its attractive dark green color and hardy char- 
acter make it practically an ‘‘all-seasons” 
Spinach. Price, 5u. pkt., 10 oz., 15c. 14 lb., 
40c. Ib. 

LONG STANDING. A valuable sort witha 
most attractive color, and thick fleshy leaves; 
stands long before going to seed. 5c. pkt., 
10c. oz., 15e. 14 1b., 35c. Ib. 

ROUND ’LEAVED. Generally cultivated for 
winter use, being very hardy, standing our 
severest winters without injury. 5c. pkt., 
10c. oz., 15e. 14 Ib., 35c. Ib. 

NEW ZEALAND. Produces leaves in great 
abundance throughout the summer; should 
be raised in heat and transplanted three feet 
apart each way into light rich soil. 5c. pkt., 
10c. oz., 30. 14 1b., $1.00 Ib. 

LARGE ROUND LEAVED VIROFLAY. 
A newer sort with very large thick leaves. 
5e. pkt., 10¢. oz., 15¢e. 14 Ib., 35e. Ib. 

PRICKLY. Although usually sown in spring 
and summer, it al-o stands well in winter, but 
gives less bulk per acre than the others 

named. 5¢e. pkt., 10c. oz., 15. 14 Ib., 40c. Ib, 


MAMMOTH 
SANDWICH 
ISLAND 
SALSIFY. 


ST.MARTIN’S 
RHUBARB. 


WINTER RADISHES. 


| ROSE CHINA WINTER. Bright rose 
color; flesh firm and piquant; oblong in 
shape; fine for winter use. 5c. pkt., 10c. 
|  oz., 25c. 14 lb., 65ce. Ib. 

LONG BLACK SPANISH. One of the 
|  hardiest and best for winter use. 5c. pkt., 
10c. 07 . 20c. 14 Ib., 60c. Ib. 
| CALIFORNIA MAMMOTH WHITE 
WINTER. A white-fleshed Radish of ex- 
cellent quality. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 
Ib., 75c. Ib. 
|THE “SANDWICH.” This variety is of 
a pure snow-white color, similar to the 
White Strasburg in shape, but rather more 
stump-rooted. We can recommend it to 
market gardeners as well as to private 
planters. 10c. pkt., 20c. oz., 50c. 14 Ib., 
$1.50 Ib. 


~_RHUBARB._= 
ST. MARTIN’S. A new Scotch variety. It 

is immensely productive, one of the ear- 

liest, and has a rich spicy flavor very simi- 

lar to the gooseberry when used for pies 

or tarts. (See cut.) 20c. pkt., 75c. oz., $2.50 14 lb. 
Victoria. Very large; later than the Linnzus. 

5c. pkt., 20c. 02z., 50c. Y Ib., $1.50 1b. 
Linnzus. Early andtender. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 
50c. 14 Ib., $1.50 Ib. 

For Rhubarb Roots see page 175. 


) SALSIFY, or OYSTER PLANT. 


For culture see page 14. 
WHITE FRENCH. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz., 
35c. 14 lb., 90e. Ib. 
MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND. BA KALE. 
A new and improved type, producing Vey : ‘ 
“HENDERSON ” roots of nearly double the size and| Cultivated for its blanched shoots, 
weight of the old variety, and of equally | which are cooked as Asparagus. A 
good quality. It has been extensively | Supply may be had all winter, by plant- 
: Lawn (Tass seed grown for the markets of many of the | ing the roots closely in a warm cellar 
large cities, entirely superseding the| before frost. 10c. pkt., 30c. oz., $1.00 
and havea beautiful vel- old sort. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 20c. oz., | 4 lb., $3.50 Ib. 
vety green lawn ready § 40c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. For Sea Kale Roots see page 175. 


for cutting in from 6 to 8 SCORZONERA, Se] or BLAGK < SORREL.> 


THICK LEAVED SPINACH. 


weeks’ time, J % 2% Jt Uf SOsep OYSTER PLANT. 
; See page 190. For culture see page 14. BROAD LEAVED. Used for salads. 
10c. pkt., 25c. oz., T5c. 14 1b., $2.50 Ib. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 40c. 14 1b., $1.25 lp. 


We deliver FREE {277702 direct to the planter, all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs, {3x¢22* 


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NEW BUSH SQUASH, 
“SILVER 
CUSTARD.” 


UMMER_ SQUASH, Ss: 


Bush sorts, 1 oz. for 50 hills, 5 to 6 lbs. per aere. 
Running varieties, 3 to 4 lbs., in hills, for an aere. 


GROOKNEGK SQUASH. 


MAMMOTH BUSH SUMMER CROOKNECK. The crookneck 
class of Squashes surpasses in quality any of the summer varieties, 
and in the MAMMOTH we have the delicious buttery flavor of the 
original sort, but of just double the size. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. 
0z., 380c. 44 1b., 70c. lb. 


YELLOW BUSH SUMMER CROOKNECK. A much-esteemed 
variety. The fruit is orange yellow, covered with warty excres- 
cences. It is considered the best favored of the summer varie- 
ties. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., d55c. Ib. 

HENDERSON’S NEW ‘“CREAM-COLORED” CROOKNECK. 
A new, beautiful and distinct variety of the old favorite Summer 
Crookneck. It has a compact, bushy habit, producing Squashes 
twice the size of the common sorts, the average length being 
eighteen inches to two feet, and they often weigh five and six 
pounds each. The cream-colored exterior is very attractive. 

Although so much larger than the old variety, it is equally 

early and very productive; flesh dry and of a most agree- 

able flavor, especially so when picked at the right time 

(as all Squashes of this class should be), before the 

shell has formed or can be broken by the thumb 

nail. Price, 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 4 Ib., 
$1.00 lb. . 


VEGETABLE MARROW. A favorite 
English sort. The fruit is very variable in 

size, from nine to eighteen inchesin length, 
and from four to six inches in diameter. 
Skin a greenish yellow, flesh white, soft 
and of rich flavor. This is entirely dis- 
tinct from all other varieties of Squash. 
Plant eight feet apart. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 
15¢e. oz., 40c. 14 1b., $1.00 lb. 


o =})©6©PATTYPAN ” 
SQUASH. 
LONG ISLAND WHITE BUSH. 
A selection of the old White 
Bush Scallop, and a vast im- 
provement, having less prom- 
inent ridges and being much 
deeper, so that a single 
Squash actually contains 
nearly twice as much weight 
as the old sort. In addition 
to this, itis of finer quality 
and very prolific. 10c. pkt., 
20c. oz., 35c. 14 1b., 90c. lb. 


GOLDEN CUSTARD BUSH. 
Exceeds in size any of the 
scalloped sorts, frequently two 
feet in diameter. A dark rich 
golden yellow. Quality excel- 
lent. It grows in bush form, 
wonderfully productive. 10c. pkt., 
15c. oz., 30c. 14 lb., 75c. Ib. 

SILVER CUSTARD. A fitting com- 
panion to the Golden Custard Bush 
Squash. Grows to an immense size, often 
producing single Squashes 18 inches in 
diameter, of a delicate white color, and of 
finest quality. Very productive. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 30c. 
14 |b., 70c. Ib. 

WHITE BUSH SCALLOPED. ‘Cymling.’’ This and the Yellow 
Bush Sealloped are esteemed the earliest, and are grown almost exclu- 
sively for first crop. From the hard texture of the rind it is well suited 
for shipping, and they are grown exclusively at the South for that 
purpose. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 Ib., 60e. Ib. 

YELLOW BUSH SCALLOPED. Differs from the white only in color. 
5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 4 1b., 60ce. lb. 


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“ The Mammoth Summer Crookneck Squash succeeded well with me, and pleased 
meso much that I would like to procure more ofthe same seed I received, if possible. 
This Squash is not only early, but of particularly good quality for a summer 
Squash, and produces most attractive golden-orange Squashes; they would take a 
premium at any fair for their beauty, and besides they were the most vigorous and 
productive among seven or eight other varieties that I grew.” 

“Henderson’s Delicata Squash is a wonderful Squash. It is one of the most 
deliciously fine-flavored Squashes I ever ate. Two hills of three vines each produced 
twenty sweet, perfect Squashes.” 

“7 wish you could have seen the field of Hubbard Squash that I grew from your 
seed. It was a wonder to every one. Lots of people asked me where I got my seed. 
I told them of Peter Henderson of New York—that all my seeds grow just that way. 
I had a field of five acres of Hubbard Squash. They were immense in every way, 

_ the Squash running in size from 10 to 25 Ibs. each.” 


MAMMOTH BUSH SUMMER CROOKNECK SQUASH. 


DO NOT FORGET to ayail yourself of our LIBERAL PREMIUMS offered on page 6. 


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For culture see page 15. 


PENDERSON'S DEL ICALA.”’ 


FOR BOTH SUMMER AND WINTER USE, 


The Most Deliciously Flavored Squash Grown. ... 
.«.. Dry, Sweet and Rich. Wonderfully Prolific. 


HE exterior of this beautiful Squash is orange yellow, 
splashed and striped with dark green. The flesh is 


rich and dry; the quality is particularly fine. For 
private use we can recommend it as surpassing in 
richness of flavor any of the large, old-fashioned sorts. The 
Delicata is the earliest of any vine Squash that we have ever tested, and is so prolific 
that last season, from twelve hills of two plants each, 352 perfect Squashes were 
gathered; it is of small size, but 
this is a desirable feature as it is 
not too large for an ordinary family. 
This variety is wonderfully solid and 
heavy, the seed cavities being very 
small; it is also extremely early, 
maturing about the same time as 
the Summer Squashes, and for early 
use will doubtless supplant this 
class on account of its superior dry- 
ness and flavor, while its extreme 
solidity renders it fully as good a 
keeper as any of the winter varie- 
ties. (See cut.) Price, 10c. pkt., 
15c. 0z., 30c. 14 lb., 70c. lb. 
ESSEX HYBRID. This is not only one of the richest-flavored, finest-grained and 
sweetest of all Squashes, but it is also one of the very best keepers that we know 
of. Short cylindrical shape, having on the blossom end a small cap-shaped enlarge- 
ment. The flesh is dry, sweet and thick, and of a bright orange color. Long keeper. 
Those desiring a ‘‘ dry” good-flavored 
Squash should grow Essex HYBRID. 
5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 60c. lb. 
BOSTON MARROW. Second early, 
coming in about ten days after the 
Bush and Crookneck sorts. Skin yel- 
lowish, very thin; the flesh dry and 
fine-grained, and of unsurpassed flavor. 
5e. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50c. lb. 
HUBBARD. A general favorite and 
more largely grown as a late sort than 
any other; it is of large size, often 
weighing from nine to ten pounds. 
Color bluish green, occasionally 
marked with brownish orange or yel- 
low. Flesh fine-grained, dry, and of 
excellent flavor. It can be had in use 
from September to May. (See cut.) 5c. 
pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 60c. Lb. 


HENDERSON’S TESTED SEEDS\ Vi 


What Our Customers think of... 
<.__HENDERSON’S “ DELIGATA.” 


“T cannot let another day go past without letting you 
know how we have enjoyed your Delicata Squash. I con- 
sider it one of the best Squashes ever sent out. It brings 
one in mind of the English Vegetable Marrow, only 50 per 
cent better. A good grower and good cropper.” 

“We tried your Delicata Squash last season and think 
they are far-ahead of anything else in the Squash line. 
They are correctly named.” 

“T never enjoyed myself eating Squash as well as your 
Delicata Squash, so dry, so rich and so sweet. We have 
a few ofthem yet.” 

“The Delicata is the best Squash for frying we ever 
tried, so sweet and dry.”’ 


HENDERSON’S EARLY 
PROLIFIC MARROW. A 
comparatively new fallior 
winter variety of New 
England origin, but which 
has been very generally 
tested in different parts 
of the country; it is 
shaped somewhat like 
the Boston Marrow, but 
it is a decided improve- 
ment on it, being much 


(Genuine only), earlier and more produc: 
Direct from New York. tive. These character- 
; : istics will commend the 

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variety to market gar- 
deners, while its brilliant 
orange red color and fine 
keeping and cooking 
qualities will make it pop- 
ular with the consumer. 

The rind is very hard but thin, and the flesh deep, fine-grained and of deli- 

cious quality. (See cut.) Price, 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 60e. lb. 

MARBLEHEAD. An excellent variety resembling the Hubbard. The flesh 
is rather lighter in color than that variety, while its combination of sweet- 
ness, dryness and delicious flavor is remarkable. Its yield is equal to the 
Hupbard, and its keeping qualities are better. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 14 lb., 

¢. Ib. 

MAMMOTH CHILI. The largest of all Squashes, growing to an immense 
size—often weighing over two hundred pounds—while its rich, fine-flavored 
flesh insures its value for all purposes. Its size makes it valuable for stock 
feeding. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 35c. 14 lb., $1.00 lb. 


HUBBARD SQUASH. 


- A Complete and Economical Garden ™4rssscweratrcavesur Vegetable Seed Gollections °40%,. 


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TOMATO, Ore 


1 oz. for 1,500 plants; 14 lb. (to transplant) for an acre. 


FREEDOM. (See colored plate and description on pages 20 &21.)25c. pkt., 5 pkts. $1. 
Ce MSON CUSHION. (See Novelties, page 27.) 5c. pkt., 60c. oz., 
$2.00 4 lb. 

EARLY RUBY. The great value of this variety lies in the fact 

that it is by far the earliest of all the large-sized Tomatoes which 

combine good form, rich scarlet color and solidity, and it is certain 

to prove the leading market variety. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 25c. 
0z., 75. 144 Ib., $2.25 lb. 

“Your seeds last se2son gave good satisfaction. ‘Table Queen’ Tomato is 

a grand variety; it is early and of first-class quality. ‘Early Ruby’ Tomato 

al eae of all othersin ripening, is good size, good form and excellent 

quanty. 

TABLE QUEEN. As large as the Mikado, but perfectly smooth 
audround. For slicing it is the Tomato ‘PAR EXCELLENCE,” 
as it is wonderfully solid and contains comparatively few 
seeds. The color isa rich purplish crimson, and of & most 

agreeable flavor. (See cut.) 10c. pkt., 

25c. oz., 75¢e. 14 lb., $2.25 Ib. 
““The‘Table Queen’ is the finest tomato 

Ieversaw. There is nothing to equal them 

when sliced and put on the table— they 

have the right name. I want nothing bet- 
ter and have thanked P. H.& Co. every 
day we have had them.” 

BEAUTY. Handsome; color, pur- 
plish crimson, medium-sized and 
smooth; agood ylelder,continu- 
ing late intheseason. Itripens 

with the Acme and Perfection. 

Itis a good shipper on account 

of ats collier 5e. 

pkt., 20c. oz., 60¢. 
lb., $2.00 lb. zs 


“Stone” / 
Tomato. 


STONE. Absolutely the best of its 
type in every respect. Plantis strong 
and bears an enormous crop of large 
solid fruits. almost round. slightly flat- 
tened at either end. Color of skin, 
. Vivid scarlet and of fine flavor. Grand 
shipper and excellent for canning. (See 
cut.) 5¢. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 lb., $2.00 1b. 

ESSEX HYBRID. Thisis an old favor- 
ite, possessing many good qualities. It follows close after 
Early Ruby, and is the first of its type to ripen. Fruit is of 
medium size, very solid, and in color is purplish pink. 5c. 
pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 1lb., $1.80 Ib. : 

THE MIKADO. Notwithstanding that it produces very large 
fruit, it is at the same time one of the very earliest to ripen WW 
The tomatoes are produced in immense clusters, are perfectly \\ 
solids generally smooth, bub sometimes irregular. The color is 
purplish red. Foliage distinct from any other variety. 

B5c. oz., 75c. 34 lb., $2.50 Ib. eZ ye Be Pits 


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tt laroaael Si toliage oonréal a eet valuable. Dwar stiff nant AN Wa \ Pie) J 
-gree age. scarcely ng any support. It is very early and \\\ AWW NH LY Y Henderson's 
wonderfully prolific. Color sameas A beam | t = z UL 
ee acai Dai or sal : 8 ees ie ee ae ea os AWWW AU Table Queen Tomato. 
as anaes eres 5 eer raised up here. 


PAVORITE. Large and mo 
size to the end of the seas 


It is prolific and early to ripen as well.” 


ae 
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Favorite, 7s Y 
Tomato. NY 
TROPHY, EXTRA SELECT 
; 3 PEt, 25¢. 0z., 75¢. 14 Ib., $2.50 1b. 

rea Very distinct; fruit of uniform size, resembling a peach in shape, 
ze, bloom and color, which is a deep orange rose. 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 75¢. 

V4 Ib.. $2.50 Ib. 

EE en tONy The fruit is almost round, ripens clear up to the stem, is 
Eon and rich in flavor. The skin is both thin and tough, making it a good 
Shipper, while its clear, bright scarlet color makes it most attractive. 5c. 

| pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. ¥4 1b., $1.75 Ib. 

)) ACME. Early, of medium size, perfectly smooth,very solid and a great bearer. 

| Color crimson, with a pinkish tinge. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. VY Ib., $1.75 Ib. 

GOLDEN SUNRISE. It has all the good qualities of the best red varieties 

and is of a beautiful golden-yellow color, making it invaluable for slicing 


too well known to need description, at the if ice of de : : 
So 3; ib, $2 nk p ; uniform price of 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 


PARAGON, RED CHERRY, 
STRAWBERRY, or WINTER CHERRY, YELLOW PLUM, 
THE LORILLARD, PEAR-SHAPED RED, IGNOTUM. 


ounce Dwarf Champion Tomato seed. I have found this to be the best tomato | 
st perfect shape. Ripens evenly and early, and holds its | 
on. It is scarlet in color, very prolific, has few seeds, solid | 


flesh, and bears shipping long distances. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 Ib., $1.75 Ib. | 
ED. Saved only from specimens of perfect form. 10c. | 


and mixing with red varieties for table use. 5c. pkt., 25c. 0z., 70¢.14 Ib., $2.501b. 


We can also supply the following standard varieties of Tomatoes, which are. 


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HENDERSON’S ‘‘ PON- 


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The Grandest S AW ae DEROSA*” TOMATO has 


received more praise and 


Tomato p S \ GA = = —_—__ more first prizes than 


any other 6 vegetables 


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HENDERSON'S PONDEROSA TOMATO. 


IT EXCELS IN MAGNIFICENT SIZE, ENORMOUS YIELD AND EARLINESS. 


REI IIIA AAA AA AALS ASL AAA IAI ALAS f= If (YDPIDPDPIQIZIZIE= (IE: T he Grandest 
For Slicing it has no Equal. © As Solid and Meaty as Beefsteak. A FEW OF aanator 
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| PLP III ISIS; a yy ABOUT 


The PONDEROSA possesses every good quality to be found in a 
tomato. The vines are strong and vigorous and easily carry their 
enormous weight of fruit. Its massive, ponderous fruits are al- 
most perfect in form, and so free from ridges or corrugations as 
to seem nearly as smooth as glass; and when we come to size, 
weight and solidity, no other tomato begins to approach it. 
The skin is exceedingly firm, which will cause it to be largely 
| grown for shipping purposes. The color, a rich crimson, per- 
meates the fruit from circumference to centre, so that when 
sliced for the table its rare beauty never fails to elicit general 
admiration. Its remarkable solidity is happily expressed in 


Henderson s Ponderosa Tomato 


“They are grand; would not use any other kind.”’ 
“‘The Ponderosa is the finest to- 
“Your Ponderosa is the joy of the | mato weever grew. Planted along- 
grower’s heart and the feeder of his side of Matchless they yielded twice 
purse.” as much fruit and were not affected 
by dry rot, while the latter was.’’ 
“There is no tomato in the world like it!’ 


“T had ripe Ponderosas in 96 days “I had many perfect fruits of Ponde- 
from seed-planting.” rosa weighing 2% Ibs. each.” 


f ti jal ich “that iti 1 fi “You do not praise your Ponderosa Tomato enough.’’ 
a e Be, . s : 
O29 CE OWE tes HI SKONU ENS) Wis Sie SEE a ¢ mn eal J ais nae ““Your Ponderosa is. par excellence, “Your Ponderosa is undoubtedly the 
| aSanapple.”” A marked peculiarity of this variety is that it very large, very early, very solid, few | finest tomato grown. I raised one 
is almost seedless, and while this characteristic commends seeds, free trom rot, good keepers.” weighing 3 Ibs.” 


| its use to delicate persons, this same peculiarity makes us pay 
five times as much to have the seed grown as that of any 
other sort. Large fruits or vegetables are usually obtained 
_ at the expense of earliness, but here the PONDEROSA again 
steps in and floors our preconceived ideas on this point by 
demonstrating that it is as early as most of the older sorts whose 
only merit is that they are early. One patron writes that he had 
splendid tomatoes of the PONDEROSA in 96 days from sowing the 
seed. Its flavor is delicious, whether used raw or cooked. A canner 
who grew it last year says itis going to bea grand sort for him. (See cut.) 


PRICE, 10c. pkt., 60c. oz., $2.00 14 lb. 
“1 have been disappointed in the Ponderosa Tomato the last two years. I got the seed 


| from other parties, and they are not like the ones I got from you. Please send me the true 
seed, and send as soon as you can.” 


“7 have canned your Ponderosas for 3 years; they grow better every year.” 
“The Ponderosa is the finest tomato _ “I raised Ponderosas from 15 to 18 
I ever used for making catsup and | inches around—they sell for 5c. each 
tomato butter; they require so little | —while other tomatoes sell for 15e. 
boiling to thicken, they areso solid.” a basket.” 

“7 had excellent success truiting yourPonderosa lastwinter in my greenhouse.”, 


“We haveraised the Ponderosa 
every year since youintroduced 
it and havetaken Ist premiums 
at our county fairsevery year.’ 
“ The Ponderosa, the most delicious and the finest tomato 
for all purposes I ever saw or ever expect to see.”’ 
“ For flavor, solidity and size, your Pon- 
derosa is so far superior that aj] 
Other varieties are left on 

the vines.” 


“Your Ponderosa isso far ahead 
that I do not think other to- 
matoes worthy ofnotice.” 


ROBERT HARM, Denton, Texas. 


» @ 
For Culture 1 oz. for 150 feet of drill; 1 to 2 lbs. 
5 { see page eh in drills for an acre. 


WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS THINK OF HENDERSON’S TURNIP SEED. 


“We have two spevimen Purple Top Turnips from your seed, weighing 7 Ibs. each, raised here. How is 
that for size? They are attracting marked attention, being very fine for this country. They are ofsplendid 
shape and very handsome, indeed. We regard them as something extra, though you may have some- 
thing better.’’—J. D. RUTHERFORD & SON, Trenton, Ky. 


“Your Yellow Globe and White Egg Turnips are the finest I have ever eaten.’’— EPHRAIM 
LasH_ER, Cheviot, N.Y. 


PURPLE TOP WHITE GLOBE. An early variety globe-shaped WHITE EGG. Its shape is ae oval or ege: Ae 7 
: eee 2 , : 7 ; flesh very firm 
heavy cropper; in other respects similar to the Red Top Strap and fine-grained ; ‘hia and perfectly aes skin, eas 


Leaf. A handsome-looking bulb, and is rapidly taking the lead flesh and skin are of snowy whiteness. Its flavor is of the very 
of all other varieties of early Turnip for market garden pur- best, mild and sweet. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 Ib., 50c. Ib. 


Poses e 3o--Dkt. 100. 07... 206. 4 1b. ,000- 1b: EARLY PURPLE TOP MILAN. The earliest variety i 
rye : a : s y in cultiva- 
RED TOP STRAP LEAF. Rapid grower and of mild flavor; tion. The color is bright reddish purple above ground and 


the most popular variety for early use, either for the table or clear white underneath. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 30c. 14 Ib., 75e. Ib. 


for stock. (See cut.) 5e¢. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50c. Ib. was 
Early White Strap Leaf. Differs from the Red only in color. 5e. | P4nh¥ Maer MITUAN, | (See, Novelties, age) ie aoe 
pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 1b., 50c. Ib. has? A dak Naat . 


SCARLET KASHMYR. This variety is a ‘‘first early,’’ small, rarely exceeding three 
inches in diameter; shape inclined to flat. The leaves are few and small. The outer color 
is rich crimson scarlet, the interior pure white; flesh crisp, tender, fine-grained and 
exceedingly solid. 10c. pkt., 15c. oz., 40c. 14 Ib., $1.25 Ib. 

Barly Snowball. A medium-sized, round, pure white variety of excellent flavor. For early 
sowing this is one of the best, being crisp, tender and sweet, maturing in six weeks from 
time of sowing. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 60e. 1b. 

Early Flat Dutch. An excellent garden variety, resembling White Strap Leaf; the best 
variety for spring sowing. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 50e. Ib. 

GOLDEN BALL or ORANGE JELLY. This is the most distinct yellow Turnip we know. 
The flesh is of very fine texture, making it one of the best table varieties. Its beautiful 
color and fine flesh have earned for it the synonym of ‘‘ Orange Jelly,” which well describes 
its appearance when ready for the table. The bulb is of medium size, with small tap roots, 
and is early in maturing. (Seecut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 60c. lb. 

YELLOW STONE. One of the best and most popular yellow-fleshed varieties for table 
use; it is equally good for feeding stock. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. lb. 

YELLOW GLOBE. One of the best varieties for general crop; flesh very firm and sweet, 
and keeps well until late in spring; grows to a large size, and is excellent both for stock 
and table use. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 55e. Ib. 

=== Purple Top Yellow Aberdeen. Very hardy and productive, good keeper, globe-shaped and 

fine quality. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 Ib., 55e. Ib. 

LONG WHITE or COW HORN. Matures very quickly; roots long, half above ground; 

2eh”F _ flesh white, fine-grained and of excellent quality for table use. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 Ib., 50e. lb. 


RUTA BAGA, RUSSIAN or SWEDISH TURNIP. 


Sow 2 to 3 lbs. per acre. 


Long Island Improved. This is undoubtedly the finest variety of purple top Ruta Baga, and is purely 
of American origin. It is twice the size of ordinary American stocks. (See cut.) 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 
25¢e. 14 Ib., 70e. Ib. 

Large White French. A superior variety for table or stock; flesh firm, white, solid and rich. 5e. pkt., 
10c. 0z., 25¢. 14 1b., 70c. 1b. 

Improved American. Very hardy and productive; flesh yellow, solid, sweet; good for stock or 
table use. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 20c. 14 lb., 55e. 1b. 

Laing’s Improved. An excellent garden varietv. 5c. pkt., 10c. 0z., 20c. 14 lb., 50e. Ib. 


LIBERAL PREMIUMS ON ORDERS ARE OFFERED BY US ON PAGE 6. DON’T MISS THEM! 


i 
LONG ISLAND 
IMPROVED 
RUTA BAGA, 


| pamphlet on the cultiva- 


| Scarlet, 1 pkt. 


HENDERSON'S “ECONOMY” COLLECTIONS . 


< Vegetable Seeds, 


FOR THE CITY GARDEN, SUBURBAN GARDEN AND COUNTRY GENTLEMAN’S HOME. 


The frequent requests from customers foran assortment of garden seeds for a garden of 
small, medium or large dimensions, that will save them the trouble of selecting, has 
/induced us to offer the collections detailed below. 
for thousands of customers enables us to make up these collections so accurately of the 
| best standard sortsas to be suited tothe majority of people who donot wish novelties. 

The seeds we put in are of our very best standard sorts, and the quantities are pro- 
‘portioned to meet the requirements of such gardens as the titles indicate. 
|make up these collections in quantity befure the busy season opens we are thereby 
‘enabled to sell them for fully 35 per cent less than they 
| would cost if the articles were selected separately; so if 
|two or three varieties included should be of no use to you, 
you will still be getting the remainder for less than 


catalogue rates. ; 
We can allow no alterations. 


>> 
With each collection we enclose a 


tion of vegetables. 


The « City Garden ”’ Collection. 


Price, $1.00, or free by Mail for $1.25. 
Contains 20 Distinct Varieties in All, viz.: 


Beet, round red, 1 pkt. Beans (none of which re- 
quire staking), Dwarf, string, green pod, ¥2pt.; Dwar, 


| string, yellow wax pod, \% pt.; Bush Limas, 1 pkt. 


Carrot, Early 
Corn, Karly Sugar, 4% pt. Cucum- 
| ber, for slicing, etc., 1 pkt. Egg Plant, 1 pkt. 
‘Lettuce, Best Summer Heading, 1 pkt. Onion, 
Early White, for slicing, 1 pkt.; Large, for boiling, 1 
.pkt. Parsley, double curled, 1 pkt. Peas (none of 
which require staking), Earliest Dwarf, 2 pt.; Dwarf, 
Medium Early, for succession, ¥2 pt.; Dwarf Late, 2 
Re Radish, Larly Round, 1 pkt. Squash, White 
calloped Bush, 1 pkt. Tomato, Larly Smooth 
Scarkt, 1 pkt. Turnip, Round White Table, 1 pkt. 


Cabbage, Marly Wakefield, 1 pkt. 


e 


e 


giving a continuous supply of fresh 
vegetables throughout the season. 


Our long experience in selecting 


AS we 


The «Suburban Garden”’ Collection. 


Price, $2.50. Weight Packed for 
Shipment, 12 lbs. 


TRANSPORTATION TO BE PAID BY CUSTOMER. 


Contains 37 Distinct Varieties of Vegetables, viz.: 


Beans, Dwarf, string green pod, 1 qt.; Dwarf, 
string, yellow or wax pod, 1 qt.; Dwarf Limas, ¥% pt.; 
Climbing Snap, 1 pt. Beet, Round Red Table, 1 pkt. 
Cabbage, Farly and Late, each 1 pkt. Carrot, 
Early scarlet, 1 pkt. Celery, Selfblanching, 1 pkt. 
Cucumber, for slicing, 1 pkt.; for pickles, 1 pkt. 
Corn, Sugar, Early and Late, each % pt. Egg 
Plant, 1 pkt. Endive, or White Chicory, for salads, 
1 pkt. eek, for soups, 1 pkt. Lettuce, Harly 
heading, 1 pkt.; Best for Summer, 1 pkt. Melons, 
Musk, Sweet green-fleshed, 1 pkt.; Water, Early, 
1 pkt. Onions, Early White, for slicing, 1 pkt.; 
Large, for boiling, 1 pkt. Parsley, double curled, 
for garnishing, 1 pkt. Parsnip, long White, 1 pkt. 
Peas, Extra Early, Medium and Late, each 1 qt. 
Pepper, large for Mangoes, 1 pkt. Pumpkin, best 
for pies, 1 pkt. Badish, Round, 1 pkt.; Round 
White, 1 pkt. Salsify, White, 1 pkt. Spinach, 
Best Summer, 1 pkt. Squash, for Summer and Fail, 
each 1 pkt. Tomato, Large smooth scarlet, 1 pkt. 
Turnip, Round White Table, 1 pkt. 


SSIS 7 


AA 


bas 


~ The «Country Gentleman’s ” Collection. 


Price, $5.00. Weight Packed for 
Shipment, 28 lbs. 


TRANSPORTATION TO BE PAID BY CUSTOMER. 


Contains 60 Distinct Varieties of Vegetables, viz.: 


Beans, Dwarf, Snap, green pod, 2? qts.; Dwarf, 
Snap, wax or yellow pod, 1 qt.; Dwarf Limas, ¥ pt. ; 
Pole Limas, 1 pt.; Pole, Snap, 1 pt. Beets, Harly 
and Late round red, each 1 oz. Cabbage, Early, 
Medium and Late, each 1 pkt. Cauliflower, Snow- 
ball, 1 pkt. Carrot, Early Scarlet, 1 oz. Corn 
Salad, 7 pkt. Celery, % oz. Corn, Sugar, extra 
early, 1 pt.; Sugar, medium early, 1 qt.; Sugar, main 
crop,1 qt. Cucumber, for slicing, 1 0z.; for pickles, 
1 oz. Egg Plant, 1 pkt. Endive, or White 
Chicory, for salads, 1 pkt. Kohl Rabi, white, 1 
pkt. Kale, Dwarf curled, 1 pkt. Lettuce, Early 
head, 1 pkt.; Best Summer Head, 1 pkt. Geek, for 
soups, 1 pkt. Melons, Musk, Harly, 1 pkt.; Main 
crop, 1 oz.; Water, Early, 1 pkt. Nasturtium, 
for pickles, 1 pkt. Okra, for soups,1 pkt. Onions, 
small white, for slicing, 1 pkt.; Large, for boiling, 1 
oz.; Large for Winter, 1 oz. Parsnip, Long White, 
loz. Parsley, double curled, for garnishing, 1 pkt.- 
Pepper, Large for Mangoes, 1 pkt. Peas, Extra 
Early, Medium and Late, each 2qts. Pumpkin, for 
pies, 1 pkt. Radish, Larly Round Red, 1 oz.; Early 
Round White, 10z. Spinach,1 oz. Salsify, white, 
1 pkt. Squash, Summer, 1 oz.; for Winter, 1 oz. 
Tomato, xtra early, 1 pkt.; Large scarlet, 1 pkt. 
Turnip, Extra early, white flesh, 1 oz.; yellow flesh, 
loz. Sage,1pkt. Thyme, J pkt. 


i 


ANGE AUNT TT ] 
EEDS OF SWEET, ... H E BS 
POT AND MEDICINAL e 

Anise. For garnishing and seasoning. 5c. pkt., 
20c. oz. 

Balm. Used for balm tea or balm wine. 5c. pkt., 
20c. OZ. 

Basil, Sweet. Used for highly seasoned dishes. 5c. 
pkt., 20¢e. oz. 

Bene. A medicinal plant. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Borage. Excellent for bees. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Caraway. Used for flavoring. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Castor Oi] Plant. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz. 

Catnip. Used for bees. 10c. pkt., 50c. oz. 

Coriander. Used chiefly for garnishing. 5c. pkt., 
20c. 02. 

Cumin. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. ; 

Dill. Used to flavor soups, ete. 5c. pkt., 10c¢. oz., 
25c. %4 Ib., 70c. lb. 

Elecampane. Tonic properties. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Fennel. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz., 25c. 4 Ib. 

Henbane. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Hop Seed. 25c. pkt., $1.50 oz. 

Horehound. Useful tonic properties. 5c. pkt., 30c. oz. 

Hyssop. For medicinal purposes. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 


TOBACCO, 


Lavender. A popular aromatic herb, emitting. a de- Primus. The earliest sort of all; succeeds well in 


lightful perfume. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 60c. 14 Ib. Canada, and is specially adapted for planting far 
Marjoram, Sweet. Popular for seasoning. 5c.| ,Horth. 10c. pkt., 25c. oz., 80c. % Ib. 
pkt., 20c. 0z., 60c. % Ib. Zimmer’s Spanish. The earliest and best Amer- 


Marjoram, Pot. Used for seasoning. 5c. pkt., 20c. ican-Spanish, and a favorite cigar variety, increas- 


OZ. 
Opium Poppy. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz., 40c. \ Ib., $1.25 | _ 30c. 02., $1.00 % Ib. 
Rosemary. An aromatic herb. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. 


ing in demand and culture every year. 10c. pkt., 


Imported Havana. 10c. pkt., 30c. 0z., $1.00 4 lb. 


Saffron. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. Price of any of the following varieties, 10c. pkt., 
Sage. The leaves and tender tops are used in stuffing 25c. 0z., 80c. Vs Ib. 
and insauces. 5c. pkt., 2Uc.0z., 60c. 4 1b.,$2.001b. | Connecticut Seed Leaf, Hyco, 
Savory, Aerts Used for seasoning. 5c. pkt., Sterling, Yellow Pryor, 
15c. 0z., 40c. % lb. = 5 
Thyme, Broad-leaved. For seasoning; also use- Grauville County Yellow, waite Stem, 
ful as a bee food. 5c. pkt., 35c. oz., $1.00 % Ib. Oe: lorida, 
Tansy 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. Gold Leaf, Virginia, 
Winter Savory. 5c. pkt., 20c. oz. Hester, Kentucky, 
Wormwood. 5c. pkt., 35c. oz. Yellow Oronoko, Maryland. 


We do NOT deliver free but will do so if &c. per Ib. 
| is added to following prices. 


‘“FANGY . 2. 


| REGLEANED.”’ . 
Henderson’s [¥< =| 5 | A 
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| come famous Ua 
ii 


We use noth- 

ing but fresh- 

est high-grade 
| seed, free from 
| mustinessand 
j= adiuis te) One 
| blend of seeds 
| isparticularly 
| 
| 
| 


We 0 
for its supe- “fipax ae 
Rous Guay 3 Lon é | AIT 


relished by 
canaries. 10c.= 
| lb., $7.00 100 
| Ibs. 


Canary Best Sicily................ 10e. 1b., $7.00 100 Ibs. 


jpELem pessscers ster ..10¢.1b., 6.00 100 lbs. 
Maw .... cc . lb., 16.00 100 Ibs. 
Millet.) ioc .Ib., 5.00 100 Ibs. 


German Rape for Birds. 
Vetches for Pig 
Peas GU ‘ 


-lb., 7.00 100 Ibs. 
-1b., 6.00 100 Ibs. 
-Ib., 3.00 100 Ibs. 


VEGETABLE ROOTS... _s 


(See page 175.) 


Artichokes, Jerusalem. 25c. qt., $1.25 peck, 
$4.00 bush, buyer paying transit, or 3 lbs. delivered 
free in U.S. for 75c. 

Asparagus Roots. (See page 28.) 

Chufas, or Earth Almond. The nut-like tubers 
are very sweet and nutritious. Easily and cheaply 
grown; abundant in yield. One peck of tubers per 
acre. Prices (buyer paying transit), 60c. qt., $1.50 
peck, $5.00 bush. 


“. Dsaenpexson” LAW 


ASS 2. 


The most beautiful 
Lawns in America 
have been made 


wathittememeememeucie 


wat 
It is the best 
Lawn Grass Seed 


for our American 


climate. e - e * . e « 
ae 


It is the Purest, 


For Prices of the ‘“‘Henderson’’ Lawn Grass Seed see page 190. 


ee 


cleanest and heaviest | 
Lawn Grass Seed ever 
offered on the market. | 


ith it a Lawn or Grass 
Plat may be had in 6 
to 8 weeks ready for cutting. 


.. BIRD SEEDS. —<~ 


) 


| HENDERSON'S MIXED BIRD SEED. 


PROGRESSIVE 


FARMER and BREEDER 


SHOULD SEND FOR 


HENDERSON’S CM me iy 10 
AMERICAN FARMERS: MANI JAL. 


Issued February 15th; mailed free to our agricultural customers as soon as ready, and will be sent 
without charge to all others interested on request. It is a complete Catalogue of Farm Seeds. Grasses 
are illustrated and their adaptability for various soils and purposes is fully gone into. Grass Mixtures 
for Permanent Pasture or Hay, for various soils and latitudes, are a leading specialty. Improved Corns, 
New Wheats, choice Oats and other cereals are described and illustrated. Root crops, Millets, Sorghums, 
Field Peas and Beans, and many other crops of value to the farmer are fully described. 


You cannot afford to be without it, COPYRIGHT 1898\ BY (i Na 


Opn A i\) FARM SEEDS we do not deliver free, but 
MAILED FREE MAKE NO CHARGE FOR PACKING, CART- 
AGE or DELIVERY of goods to any railroad station, steamship 
line or express office in New York City. 


CLOTH BAGS only we charge for, and these at cost, viz.: 1 peck, 10c.; \bush., 12c.; 1 bush., 15c.; 2 bush., 20e. 
ALL GRASS SEED BAGS, excepting bags for Timothy and Clover, are furnished free. 


When small quantities are wanted by mail or express we prepay postage or carriage, if 8c. per lb. is added to the prices. 


ROOT CROPS FOR FARM STOCK. 


MANCEL WURZEL. Sow 6 to 8 Ibs. per acre. 


HENDERSON’S COLOSSAL LONG RED. Roots of the largest size, 
blood-red color. Quality exceedingly nutritious, and the variety is most 
distinct and valuable. (See cut.) 15c.%41b., 35c.1b.; 10 lbs. and up- 
ward, 30c. 1b. 

RED GLOBE. Similar to the Yellow Globe, differing only in color. 15¢. % Ib., 
40c. lb.; in lots of 10 lbs. and upward, 35c. 1 

HENDERSON’S GIANT TeeS een TAT! Very profitable to grow. An 
improvement on Yellow Ovoid. 15c. % lb., 35c. Ib.; in lots of 10 Ibs. and upward, 
30e. lb. 

GOLDEN TANKARD. Flesh bright golden yellow, and in this respect differs from 
all other varieties, which cut white. 15c. 1% lb., 35c. lb.; in lots of 10 lbs. and up- 
ward, 30c. lb. 

LONG YELLOW. Diiffersfrom the Long Red onlyincolor. 15c.% Ib., 35c. lb.; 
in lots of 10 lbs. and upward, 30c. Ib. 

HENDERSON’S CHAMPION YELLOW GLOBE. Smooth, globe-shaped 
roots, of large size and excellent quality, are the distinctive features of this variety. 
15c. \ Ib., 35ce. lb.; in lots of 10 lbs, and upward, 30c. Ib. 


SUCAR BE ET. Sow 6 to 8 Ibs. per acre. 
WHITE. A large variety extensively grown for feeding. 15c.\4lb., 30c. Ib.; in lots 
= of 10 lbs. and upward, 25c. Ib. 
a, LANE’S IMPERIAL. 15c. % lb., 30e. lb.; in lots of 10 Ibs. and upward, 25c. lb. 


‘VILMORIN’S IMPROVED WHITE. Has more saccharine matter than any 
other. 15c. 4 Ib., 40c. lb.; in lots of 10 lbs. and upward, 35c. Ib. 


\ KLEIN WANZLEBEN. A popular variety with the sugar beet factories. 30c- 
Ib.; 10 lbs. and upward, 25c. lb. 


J AY 


CARROT. 

Sow 4 Ibs. per acre. Yor description of varieties see page 35. 
Improved Long Orange... ies per Ib. | White Belgian...............0..... 40ce. per lb. 
Yellow Belgian................... Danvers (Hali-long)............. 70e. 

RUTA Baca: Sow 2to 3 Ibs. per acre. TURNIP. LONG 
Long Island Imp. Purple Top.....60c. per lb. | Purple Top White Globe............... 45c. ISLAND 
Large White French.........00.0.00...-. (Oo; Yellow Aberdeen Purple zon econ 45ce. IMPROVED 
Improved American Purple Top,45c. “* Long White, or Cow Horn.. ooad RUTA BAGA. 
Laing’s Improved Purple Top....40c. “ Wellow; Glover wiser cencerece ese 


COLOSSAL 
For full descriptions see page 70; also Henderson’s American Farmers’ Manual, 


RED free on application. 
MANGEL. 
MISCELLANEOUS FARM SEEDS. 
eestor ot pee Be: DEt., 15c. oz. Lupins, of Sorts. 15c. Ib., 100 Ibs. $12.00. Vetch, Spring. (Vicia Sativa.) Generally sown in 
etre. 2S 2 7 oan mCeMEL 25c. Ib. Ramie (Bohmeria or Urtica) Nivea. 50c. oz. mixture with oats for feeding green to cattle, but 
c on, Sea Islan 5e. lb., 100 lbs. $10.00. SUNFLOWER, LARGE RUSSIAN. 10c. lb., of value only in the most Northern States. 10c. Ib., 
otton, Upland. 15c. lb., 100 Ibs. $10.00. $1.75 bushel, 100 Ibs. $6.50. $2.75 bushel of 60 Ibs. 
Full list of choice named varieties of cotton Teosinte (Reana luxurians). A valuable fodder| WILD RICE (Zizania Aquatica). Much sought 
mailed free on application. plant for hot climates. $1.25 lb. after, owing to its having attractions for water- 

Flax Seed. Market price. fowl. 25c. 1b., if by mail, 35c. Ib., 100 Ibs. $20.00. 


Farm Seeds we do NOT deliver free," =sssress on ac etme. FAG, Per ID. 1S added to the prices. 


HENDERSON’S 


SPECIAL GRASS MIXTURE 


FOR HAY AND PERMANENT PASTURE. 


‘/FARMERand BREEDER \\ 


SHOULD SEND FOR 
HENDERSON'S 


American Farmers’ 
Manual. 


You cannot afford to be without it, 


MAILED FREE 


WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY: 
IN MAINE. 


I did not succeed in getting four tons or more per 
acre, but I did get more than i om anything else, and 
it is splendid hay.—G. M. LMES. 


IN NEW JERSEY. 


The Special Grass Mixtures have been most success- 
Ful, in spite of an unusually trying season. Yielded 
acrop of hay more than ticice as great per acreas 
the timothy, which I sowed alongside at ei same 
time. aes 4 aN. LINDABURY. 


IN IOWA. 


Your Grass Mixture has done exceedingly well, 
especially in this year of drouth. It yielded about 
twice as much as timothy, and cattle seemed to do 
better on it.—_W. WATSON. 


IN NEW YORK. 


Your Permanent Mixture is the finest piece of 

Tass anywhere about here. An old farmer told me 

fast week it would cut digtons to the acre sure. 
—J.M. RIcHARDs. 


IN VERMONT. 


Your Grass Seeds are easily the best of any in the 
market.—F. C. KIMBALL. 


IN RHODE ISLAND. 


The forty-bushel sowing of Permanent Grass Seed 
which I purchased fr om you is to-day the hest field 
of grass in Rhode Island.—BRADFORD NORMAN. 


IN PENNSYLVANIA. 


The green appearance of the field attracted uni- 
versal attention. It has far surpassed clover and 
timothy in the amount it yields.—J. B. CUMMINGS. 


IN VIRGINIA. 

My manager is enthusiastic over your Mixture 
Jor Hay and Permanent Pasture. He claims this 
year hecut 3 tons per acre the first cutting, 134 tons 
the second, and will cut 2 tons the third. 
is a grand sight ; seen nle come for miles around to 
see it.—EDWARD Barney. 


IN CONNECTICUT. 


There is a decided contrast beticeen Timothy and 
your Special Grass Mixture for hay in favor of 


your Mixture, which is the best field of grass I ever 


saw.—O, R. FISHER. 
IN OHIO. 


The Special Grass Mixture has given us the very 
best of satisfaction ; 

rass I ever saw and has given us a lar ge amount of 
hay and pasture per acre.—W. J. HAYES. 


The field | 


it produced the finest piece of | 


We are headquarters for all kinds of 


RECLEANED GRASS SEEDS, 


And have made the subject of Hay and 


Pasture a special study. We invite corre- 
spondence, and will advise the best grasses 
to use and make up special mixtures where 
necessary. 


at 
? all asking gor 


FOR HAY AND PERMANENT PASTURE. 
WILL LAST TWENTY YEARS WITHOUT RENEWAL, 


Consisting of the following varieties: Orchard Grass, Meadow Foxtail, Sheep’s Fescue, 
Rhode Island or Creeping Bent, Hard Fescue, Sweet Scented Vernal (True Perennial), 
Meadow Fescue, English Rye Grass, Italian Rye Grass, Red Top, etc., as recommended in 
our book, “How the Farm Pays,” blended in proportions which, we have found from 
actual use, give the most satisfactory results. 

On ordinary fertile soil 3 bushels of this mixture is sufficient to seed an acre, but where the 
land is poor a larger quantity will be necessary. Taking one soil with another a fair average 
would be 3 bushels to the acre. 


For Hay and Permanent Pasture for Light soils...... 
ofl ni We fe : Bedium salle $2,50 per bushel of 14 Ibs. 
eavy soils. .... 
Orchards and Shady Places.............---....--- = ear lo = = Per une 
Hay only. Specially recommended for large hay crop bi s > 
Will stand close cropping without 100 2.35 : 


Pasture only. 


To these mixtures, intended for either Mowing Lands or Pasture (but which on account of 
their greater weight should be sown separately), are to be added 10 lbs. of Mixed Clovers, com- 
prising White, Mammoth Perennial or Cow Grass, Alsike, Trefoil, etc., but these should only 
be sown in the spring, as they are rather tender in this latitude if sown in the fall. 


FULL DIRECTIONS FOR SOWING ENCLOSED IN EVERY BAG. 


The quantity needed (10 lbs.) of MIXED CLOVERS to sow 
an acre we will sell for $2.00. 


OPINIONS OF THE PRESS. 


Country Gentleman says: ‘‘ Below the taller grasses was a thick mat of finer kinds, and the close, rich turf 
hid every particle of soil.” 
American Agriculturist says: ‘‘Such mixtures are far superior to Timothy, or ‘Timothy and Clover,’ or 
any one grass, costing but a little more, lasting much longer, and giving frequently more than double the yield.” 
Farm and Home says: ‘‘The enormous yield of nearly four and one-half tons of good hay per acre should 
convince any one that more hay and better pasture can be grown with mixtures than with Timothy and Clover 
alone, as under the very same conditions the latter yielded less than a ton and a half per acre.”’ 


How the Farm Pays says: ‘Farin advance not only of Timothy but of any other Grass we have thus far 
in cultivation.” 


At our Farm one of these Mixtures yielded (first cutting, 5,888 lbs. ; second cutting, 4,320 /bs. per acre) 
a total of 10,208 LBS. CURED HAY PER ACRE, while Timothy growing alongside under 
same conditions yielded only one cutting of 2,400 /bs. per acre. 
At first sight, $7.50 to $10.00 per acre appears to be a high price for the seeding of a pasture, | 
but bear in mind that it isa permanent pasture that we have in view, and nowhere can a per 
manent pasture be laid down properly for a less original outlay than that we name. 


FARM SEEDS WE DO NOT DELIVER FREE. 


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GRASSES AND CLOVERS. 


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At the World’s Fair we received over thirty medals | 
and awards, fourteen of which were granted to 
Grasses and Clovers for superior quality 
and purity of sample. 


MEADOW FESCUE. Farm Seeds we do NOT deliver free, but when small quantities are wanted we will | ITALIAN RYE GRASS, 
prepay carriage in U. S. if 8c. per Ib. is added to the prices. 
Weight Per Per Per Weight Per Per Per 
AWNLESS BROME GRASS. (Bromus Iner- per bush. bush. Ib. 100 Ibs. TALL MEADOW FESCUE. (Festuca Elatior.) per bush. bush, lb. 100 Ibs. 
mis.) Will stand long droughts and produce Very early, nutritive and productive. Should 
heavy cropsin dry sections where other grasses form a portion of all pastures on wet or clay 
RUMP DN PLCLINU -wataknanysccrsunnsNedcacsscn.caancuececsencvesdacce ss 14 lbs. $2.75 $0.22 $18.00 SOUS) yates eee oreteet teeseste Cec eais ccs ceiesSisccciceecenseeiee eee 14 lbs. $4.50 $0.85 $30.00 
BERMUDA GRASS. (Cynodon Dactylon.) Of TALL MEADOW OAT GRASS. (Arena 
great value in the Southern States; willstand a Elatior.) Recommended for soiling, being rapid 
greater degree of heat and drought than any and luxuriant in its Zrowth...............ccceecseeeeseeee ee 101bs. 2.25 25 20.00 
a eee Weds Soveveouteatasas Seeretoeceonaes 35 Ibs. 1.00 90.00 | TIMOTHY, or HERD GRASS. (Phleum 
p -) Useful Pratense.) We offer a particularly ‘“‘choice”’ 
for sowing on hard clay and poor soils............... 14 )bs: 1.75 15 12.00 sample. Price subject to change without notice 45 ]bs. 2.25 10 5.00 
Creeping Bent Grass. (Agrostis Stolonifera.) Texas Blue Grass. (Poa Arachnifera.) Un- 
Excellent for lawns, succeeds well in most equalled for winter pasture in the South ............. 3.00 250.00 
FTIULTE 118. (0) (- laeiqano Hecdeecd eared Cane cc E ERE EE ERE EER Sa oREER eee EEE 201bs. 4.50 25 22.00 | Various Leaved Fescue. (Festuca Hetero- 
Crested Dog’s Tail. (Cynosurus Cristatus.) phylla.) Valuable for permanent pasture, es- 
Should enter in moderate quantity in permanent peciallysonvhimhyaltitwudesion. cer. cess seeeesceeeetereeee 14 lbs. 2.75 -25 18.00 
pasture mixtures and JAWDS............cccseeecesseeceee eee 21 Ibs. 10.00 50 45.00 | Wood Meadow Grass. (Poa Nemoralis.) Of 
ENGLISH RYE GRASS. (Lolium Perenne.) early growth and thriving well under trees......... 14]bs. 5.00 .40 35.00 
A valuable QT ass.............cccccsssseseccccneteeesecsereeseeners 24\bs. 2.15 AL 8.00 | ALFALFA, or LUCERNE. (MedicagoSativa.) 
Fine Leaved Sheep’s Fescue. (Mestuca Ovina A permanent clover of great value on all soils 
GED OLE 9) occecencine@00cDbIz0ocDSUoSOLCOC A BOSODDEECOOSLEE BE OA OCG 14 lbs. 4.25 35 28.00 which contain lime in any form. One of our cus- 
HARD FESCUE. (Festuca Duriuscula.) A tomers in Logan Co., Ohio, the past season, cut 
dwarf-growing grass of great value, succeeding four crops. The aggregate length of the four é 
Wellin dry Situations ............cccccceeececneeeeeceeneeeen ene 121bs. 2.50 .25 18.00 cuttings was over ten feet and made six tons of 
HUNGARIAN GRASS. (Panicum Germani- Curedihaiyaperlacresrsmicsereecteteencroccnneseeneenanee 60 lbs. 8.00 15 13.00 
eum.) 1s a valuable annual forage plant, 1 ALSIKE, or HYBRID CLOVER. (Trifolium 
bushel to the acre. 10 bush,, $1.30 bush 48 Ibs. 1.40 10 2.75 Hybridum.) Equal in nutritive value to the Red 
ITALIAN RYE GRASS. (Lolium Italicum. or Pea Vine Clover, and excellent for land that is 
Thrives in almost any soil and yields early and GION EIR coscooancdcac09n6b60b060C Oo aUOcEBODDOOTEL LO RDENODDOOHOUEICO 60 lbs. 10.00 18 16.00 
PHOTIC ANGI CNO PS tance seecs cx aiccea sense se ctucesecunacccsacecsscexs 18 lbs. 1.90 12 10.00 | Bokhara Clover. (Melilotus Leucantha.) Af- 
Johnson Grass. (Sorghum Halapense.)..... . 25 lbs. 38.50 “Lb 2700) fordsexcellentfood for bees throughout itsseason 60 Ibs. 18.00 35 380.00 
KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS. (Poa Pratensis.) Japan Clover. (Lespedeza Striata.) A low- 
Fancy or double extra clean. Though spreading perennial, much like white clover, of 5 
offered at the standard weight of 14 lbs. per great value in the Southern States........... 20)bs. 5.50 30 25.00 
bushel, the natural weight of this fancy seed is Mammoth Red, or Pea Vine Clover. (7vi- 
20 to 25 ibs. per measured bushel......................- 141bs. 1.75 15 12.00 + folium Pratense Perenne.).........0..6.ceccsecesceessseoeene 60 lbs. 7.25 14 12.00 
MEADOW FESCUE. (Festuca Pratensis.) Of RED CLOVER, Medium. (Trifolium Pratense.) 
great value in mixtures for permanent pasture... 22\bs. 2.75 ol eli 220Ols CAUTION.—Every care should be exercised in buying 
MEADOW FOXTAIL. (Alopecurus Pratensis.) ee Clover, itor there is always on the market at a 
Is the principal grass inallrich natural pastures Tlbs. 2.30 .35 32.00 ante, DOCH ETE SO TETED Sea Oo Cee een 
ORCHARD GRASS. (Dactylis Glomerata.) Red Clover, and cannot BS cleaned out. For some 
One of the most valuable grasses either for years past immense quantities of Red Clover, pur- 
MAS UU OG NAY aeeesecneretersercese <ntescaccarsernns esos 141bs. 2.50 .22 17.50 pseu Ca Lena awa thie ow Lnetoll Gr eral enor 
Red or Creeping Fescue. (Festuca Rubra.) : : b 
Suitable for sandy seacoasts and on dry soil...... 141bs. 2.75 -25 18.00 been/eold poe yuneusnecting oare Tape lone 
RED TOP GRASS. (Agrostis Vulgaris.) Choice 14lbs. 1.25 12 8.00 detect it, and upon whom it had been foisted by un- 
Fancy or extra recleaned seed..........2...22.226.- 32 lbs. 8.00 -30 25.00 SE cea Our 8 Se eos 
Bhode Island Bent Grass. (Agrostis Canina.) Panerai iss. 1 Price subject to change without notice............. 60lbs. 6.00 .12 10,00 
A very fine variety for lawnB...............csssceeeeeeeeees 14 1bs. 4.25 35 30.00 Saye ae 2 
, Bas SCARLET CLOVER. (Trifolium Incarnatum.) 
Rough Stalked Meadow Grass. (Poa Tri- Sow in July or August for soiling or mowing the 
vialis.) Valuable on damp Soils......................--- 14 Ibs. 6.00 45 40.00 ensuing spring.............. 60 lbs. 5.00 10 8.00 
SHEEP’S FESCUE. (Festuca Ovina.) Short Sainfoin. (Onobrychis § a.) A valuable he : : 
and dense in growth, excellent forsheep pastures 12]bs. 2.50  .25 18.00 fodder plant on light, dry, sandy soils................ 20 lbs. de75) 10) 8.00 
Sweet Vernal, True Perennial. (Anthox- WHITE CLOVER. (Trifolium Repens.) Should 
anthum Odoratum.) Emits an agreeable odor, be used in all mixtures for permanent pasture 
which it imparts to the hay..........c..ecccecsssseeeesenees 10 lbs. 6.50 -7T0 60.00 ANGOLA WO Sieecs cess ee 60 Ibs. 12.00 22 20.00 


Besides offering Grass Seeds and Clover by the Ib., 100 Ibs. and bushel, we give the standard weight per bushel. 


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HENDERSON’S SPECIAL GRASS MIXTURES. 3 
For Hay and TEMPORARY Pasture. 

For those who prefer TEMPORARY mowing or grass lands to permanent pasture, we. prepare mixtures of clovers and grasses for what is know 
“Alternate Husbandry or Rotation Cropping.” These mixtures are adapted to the rotation of crop for which they are prepared ms 
preduce the largest quantity of nutritious food for the duration of time specified. 

The grasses best adapted for this class of pasture are the following:—English Rye Grass, Italian Rye ‘Grass, Tall Oat Grass, Meadow Fescue and Orch 
Grass, Red Clover, Alsike, Trefoil and Timothy, blended in their proper proportions for the time required. Werecommend thefollowing quantities per acre. The r Os 
Inay be sown in spring or fall, but the clovers should be sownin spring, for in this latitude they are apt to be winter-killed, being rather tender in the yon: Screen 


For One Year. . 1 bush. Mixed Grasses, $2.50. 10 Ibs. Mixed Clovers, $2.00. Total cost per acre, $4.50. Ss 
For Two Years . . 2 bush. Mixed Grasses, $5.00. 10 Ibs. Mixed Clovers, $2.00. Total cost per acre, $7.00. Oancctions 
For3to4 Years . 3 bush. Mixed Grasses, $7.50. 10 Ibs. Mixed Clovers, $2.00. Total cost per acre, $9.50, ) jor Jarze 


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A GOLD MINE ON EVERY DAIRY FARM. 


Corn is undoubtedly the most serviceable crop that has been used for 
ensilage, but however well preserved in the silo, it is an incomplete food 
jor cattle, Its carbohydrates or heat-producing parts are proportionately 
in excess of its albuminoids or flesh-iorming parts. 

The farmer has in the past, at the expense of his purse, supplied the 
deficiency by feeding grain grown on the farm, or by buying oil cake, cotton- 
seed meal or other feed rich in albuminoids. This expense can be ayoided 
by using The ‘‘Henderson’’ Ensilage Combination, which is com- 
posed of two _ parts Fodder, Corn or Japanese Millet to one part 
Early Soja Beans. An equal acreage of each will produce about the right 
proportion, and the mixture may be made at time of cutting the fodder 
and filling the silo. 

Mixed in the above proportions it is a complete balanced ration for 
milch cows without the addition of grain or cther purchased 
feed. It will mean a saving to the farmers of hundreds of thousands of 
dollars, and will revolutionize dairying in the Northern States. 

No up-to-date dairy can be profitably operated without a silo, and no silo 
should be filled with corn alone while the Early Soja Bean can be grown in 
any part of the United States. 


The Soja Beans and Japanese Millet are offered on this 
page; the Fodder Corn on page 77. 


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FIELD BEANS and PEAS 
FOR FODDER AND GREEN [1ANURING. 


BEAN, Henderson’s Early Soja. The ordinary Soja Bean of 
the South is too late to be of value in the Northern States. 
This variety ripens even in Massachusetts, where it grew 
nearly four feet in height, was heavily podded and 
yielded over ten tons per acre. It is a very valuable 
fodder variety either for feeding green or for the silo. 
It is a rich nitrogenous feed, is unsurpassed as a 
flesh former, and, like the Clovers,is a soil improv- 
er, deriving its nitrogen from the air. (Seecut.) 
15¢.1b., $1.50 peck, $5.00 bushel of 60 Ibs. 

BEAN, Soja. $1.00 peck, $3.00 bushel of 601bs. 

nn Boston Smail Pea. $1.00 peck, 
$3.00 bushel of 60 lbs. 
Lt Burlingame Medium. $1.00peck, 
$3.00 bushel of 60 lbs. 
we White Marrowfat. $1.00 peck, 
$3.25 bushel of 60 Ibs. 

Improved Red Kidney. 

peck, $3.00 bushel of 601bs. 


DWARF ESSEX RAPE. 


Under favorable conditions Rape is ready 
for pasturing sheep or cattle within six weeks 
from time of sowing, and on an average one 
acre will carry twelve to fifteen sheep six weeks 
to two months. When on the Rape they should 
at all times have access to salt; but water is not 
necessary. In the Northern States it should be 
sown from May to the end of August for fall 
pasturing, but as it thrives best in cool weather, it 
should not be sown in the Southern States until Sep- 
tember or October for winter pasture. In the latitude 
of New York, July or August is the best time to sow. 
Its fattening properties are probably twice as good as 
those of Clover, and for sheep the feeding value of Rape 
excels all other plants we know of. Sow 41bs. per acre broad- 
east, 2 to 3 Ibs. per acre in drills. (See cut.) 10c. Ib., $4.00 Canada Blue. 50c. peck, $1.50 bushel of 60 Ibs.; 10-bushel 
bushel of 50 Ibs., 100 Ibs. $8.00. If by mail, add 8c. lb. lots, $1.40 bushel. 


SAND OR WINTER VETCH. (Vicia Villosa.) 


Is perfectly hardy throughout the United States, remaining green all winter, and 
should be sown during August and September, mixed with Rye, which serves as a 
support for the plants, or in spring with Oats or Barley. 

It grows to a height of 4 to 5 feet and is the earliest crop for cutting, being nearly a 
month earlier than Scarlet Clover, and a full crop can be taken off the land in time for 
planting spring crops. Being much hardier than Scarlet Clover, this is the forage plant 
to sow in the Northern States where Scarlet Ciover winter-kills, though it is equally 
valuable in the South. 

It is exceedingly nutritious, much more so than Clover, is eaten with relish, and may 
be fed with safety to all kinds of stock. 

Sow one bushel per acre with one-half bushel of Rye or Wheat. (See cut.) 10c.1b., 
$1.25 peck, $4.00 bushel of 60 Ibs., 100 Ibs. $6.00. If by mail, add 8c. per Ib. 


MILLET. SORGHUM. 


German or Golden. 10c. Ib., 100 Ibs. | For full descriptions see Henderson’s 
$3.00, $1.50 bushel (50 Ibs.); 10-bushel | y 


PEAS FOR FODDER. 


«Peas could be made to bring more nitrogen to the soils of 
this country every year than is now purchased annually 
by the farmers at a cost of millions of dollars.”’—( Year- 
book ofthe U.S. Departmeut of Agriculture.) 
For the Northern States there is no crop of greater 
value than Field Peas and none is more neglected, 
which can only be attributed to alack of knowl- 
edge as to its merits. Whether for fodder, in 
mixture with oats, sown at the rate of two 
bushels each per acre, or the Peas sown alone 
at the rate of three bushels per acre for plowing 
under, there is no crop that we can so strongly 
recommend for more extended culture. 
Like all leguminous crops, Peas have the 
power of extracting nitrogen from the air, 
and the soil from which a crop of Peas has 
been harvested is richer in nitrogen than 
before the Peas were sown upon it, and there 
is no kind of live stock on the farm to which 
Peas and Oats in mixture cannot be fed with 
positive advantage. 
The Mummy. We have much pleasure in 
recommending this Pea for soiling or fodder, 
either in mixture with oats or grown by itself. 
60c. peck, $2.00 bushel of 60 lbs.; 10-bushel 
lots, $1.85 bushel. 
Cow Peas. Of great value in the Southern 
States and also in the Northern States as a 
green summer feed for sheep, and as a green crop 
for plowing under. $1.90 bushel of 60 Ibs. ; 10-bushel 
lots, $1.80 bushel. 
Canada White. (See cut.) 50c. peck, $1.40 bushel of 60 
Ibs. ; 10-bushel lots, $1.30 bushel. 


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American Farmers’ Manual, free on 


lots, $1.40. application. Price Price 
Hungarian. 10c. lb., 100 Ibs. $2.75, per lb. 100 lbs, 
$1.40 bu. (48 ]bs.); 10-busheliots, $1.30. | Early Amber Sugar Cane. 
Pearl. 16c.1b., 100 1bs. $12.00. One of the most valuable 
Japanese. Sown from middle of May to | forage plants, and will yield 
end of July broadcast at the rate of 12 | several cuttings a season. 
lbs. per acre, or in drills 8 Ibs. per acre, it Culture the same as forCorn.12¢c. $6.00 
will grow 6 to 8 feetin height and yield | Early Orange Sugar Cane. 
12 to 20 tons per acre. Itmay besiloed, A little later than the Amber.1 2c. 6.00 
fed green or cured into hay, andits feed- | Broom Corn, Evergreen.....12c. 6.00 
ing quality is superior to fodder corn. | Kaffir Corm..................00....... 12¢c. 6.00 
Ensilage composed of two parts of this Rural Branching Doura...12c. 6.00 
Millet to one part ofSoja Beans is acom- | Jerusalem Corn.................. 12c. 8.00 
plete balanced ration for milch cows | Yellow Branching.............. 12¢ 6.00 


without the addition of grain. (Seecut.) 
20e. 1b., 10 Ibs. $1.60, 100 lbs. $12.00. 


‘FARM SEEDS we do NOT deliver free, but when small quantities are wanted we will prepay carriage in United 
States if 8c. per pound is added to prices. 


LF ...PETER HENDERS 


FIELD CORN. 


15c. qt., 50c. peck, $1.60 bush.; 10 bush. lots, 
$1.50. 


DENT VARIETIES. 


Early Butler. A well-known very early variety. 

Hickory King. Largest grains of any white 
corn, with extremely small cobs. 

Early Mastodon. Early, with very large ears, 
and can berecommended as the best of itsclass. 

Golden Beauty. Surpasses all in size and 
appearance. 

Queen of the Prairie. The ears grow 8 to 10 
inches in length, 12 to 14 rows, slightly taper- 
ing. Early. 

Improved Leaming. Of good size, cob small, 
with large grain. (See cut.) 

Mammoth White Surprise. Specially adapt- 
ed to sections from Pennsylvaniasouth. 

Farmer’s Favorite. Produces unusually 
well, even on light land. 

Chester County Mammoth. 
largest. 


FLINT VARIETIES. 


Golden Dew Drop. Reliable for Northern 
planting, as it grows quickly and maturesearly. 

King Philip. Very early. Ears large-sized and 
handsome, measuring 10 to 12 inches. 

Longfellow. The largest yellow field corn, safe 
to plant in the latitude of Massachusetts. 

Compton’s Early. Yellow variety. Very early 
and prolific. 

White Flint. Handsome ears, large and well 
filled. A good sort. 

Large Yellow Flint. Very productive and of 

| good quality. 


One of the 


dt Spring. An excellent catch crop when the fall-sown has been 
! winter-killed. $2.00 bush.; 10 bush. lots, $1.85. 
Winter. Prices on application. 


CEREALS. 


SPRING WHEAT. 
Saskatchewan Fife. Unequalledfor earliness, yieldand 
vigor. $2.10 bush.; 10 bush. lots, $2.00. 
Wellman Fife. Is enormously productive, out- 
yielding all other Spring Wheats. (See eut.) 
7T5e. peck, $2.25 bush.; 10 bush. lots, $2.10. 


WINTER WHEAT. 


(Varieties and prices on application.) 


FODDER CORN. 
Southern Horsetooth. Specially adapted 
forensilage. $1.30 bush.; 10 bush.lots, $1.20. 
Improved Early Horsetooth. Being 

nearly two weeksearlier, this variety is better 

adapted for fodder and ensilage in the North- 

ernStates. $1.35 bu.; 10 bush. lots, $1.25 bu. 
Sweet Fodder. Being very sweet and nutri- 
tious, cattle will eat every part of the stalk and 
leaves. $1.75 bush.; 10 bush. lots, $1.60 bush. 


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IMPORTED OATS. 


HENDERSON’S CLYDESDALE. Without 
a doubt the grandest White Oat in cultivation, 
weighing 50 lbs. to the bushel; very early and 
productive. We offer these oats for sale at 50 
lbs. per bush., exactly as grown for us, so 
that those purchasing will actually receive for 
every bushel over one and one-half bushels 
according tothe Americanstandard. (Seecut.) 
$1.00 peck, $2.50 bush. of 50 Ibs., 3 
bushels for $7.00; 10 bushels and up- 
ward, $2.25 per bush. ; 100 bushels and 
upward, $2.15 per bush. 

BLACK TARTARIAN. The most prolific 
and distinct variety of Black Oat. Early,long 
and strong-strawed, and bears a short plump 
grain. 40c. peck, $1.00 bush. (32 lbs.) ; 
10 bush. lots, 90c. bush. 


AMERICAN OATS. 
AMERICAN -GROWN CLYDESDALE. 


Thoroughly recleaned, and are extra choiceand 
heavy, free from all foul seeds and light and 
imperiect grains. $1.20 bush. (32 lbs.) ;10 
bush. lots, $1.10 bush. ; 100 bush. lots, 
$1.00 bush. (32 lbs.). 

PROBSTEIER. A leading white variety. It 
is very productive and heavy, and straw very 
strong. 90Oc. bush. (32 lbs.) ; 10 bushels 

f , and upward, 85c.; 100 bushels and up- 

6h ae ee ward, 80c. 

y — : WINTER OATS. Grown in New Jersey, which 

a NAS are much hardier than those grown in Virginia 
nN = and other Southern States, and will stand the 
- winter as far north as New York. 40c. peck, 

$1.25 bush. (32 lbs.); 10 bush. lots, 


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$1.15 bush. 
BUCK WHEAT. 
Japanese. (Introduced by us.) Distinct and 


superior to all other varieties. 
$1.30 bush.; 10 bush. lots, $1.20. 


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White Hulless. Should besown at the rate 
of 1% bushels per acre about the time of sow- 
ing Oats. Itis twoorthree weeks earlier than 
ordinary Barley, grows about the same 
height, and will not shatter in the field even 
if veryripe. The grain is not unlike Wheat, 
and weighs about 60 Ibs. per bush,, instead 
of 48 lbs., as other Barley. For feeding to 
horses and hogs when ground it is unequalled 
and is also exceedingly valuable as hay if cut 

and curedjust before ripening. 75c. peck, $2.00 
bush. of 48 Ibs.; 10 bush. lots, $1.80. 

Vermont Champion. Two-rowed, early and pro- 

lific. 50c. peck, $1.60 bush.; 10 bush. lots, $1.50. 

Two-rowed Duck Bill. 50c. peck, $1.60 bush.; 10 


bush. lots, $1.50. 
RYE. 


FARM SEEDS WE DO NOT 


DELIVER FREE, ™“* xeSvanted we will 


PREPAY Sores tlie added tipricens” °° PF 


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CONDENSED CULTURAL INSTRUCTIONS 
FOR FLOWER SEEDS. 


The letter following the variety indicates which of the cultures is to be followed. 


Abronia......... ..A | Bryonopsis............. Ez 
Abutilon.. -N | Cacalia... Bea w 
Acacia... -S | Calampeli A 
Achillea... -V | Calandrinia . ay 2) 
Acroclinium. -M | Calceolaria .B 
Adlumia.. .G@ |. Calendula......... Red! 
Adonis..... ..F | Calliopsis, annual... 
Ageratum ....E' | Campanula Vv 
Alyssum=....-055. 4: F | Canary Vine. FE 

““\ perennial...V | Candytuit....... au 
Amaranthus... A e hardy......W 
Ampelopsis ...W | Canna Oo 
Anemone..... ....V | Canterbury Bell...... Vv 
Angelonia... .N | Carnation.... ate 
Antirrhinum .A | Caryopteris . 2E, 
Aquilegia..... IW Wel O81 aie. eccess cee ees A 
Aralia........ .N | Centaurea.............. U 
Aristolochia. SNL “* white-leaved..Q 
ATNEDI Ae terer cee A | Centrosema............V 
Asparagus Chrysanthemum, 

Broussonti...V annual....... 

«« plumosa....... s «* perennial....T 
Asters...... A | Cineraria................ B 
Auricula......... Cc “« white-leaved..Q 
Balloon Vine. .F | Clarkia seni 
Balsam...... .A | Clematis.. awa 
BW aTtOniaienss..cscecess U | Cleome.. sok 
Begonia... ...$ | Clianthus. -D 
Bellis..... ..C | Cobea... -D 
Bignonia.... .V | Coccinea.. FP 
Brachycome.... F | Cockscomb A 
IBrowallia.<..csccccs.e+s Ay) (Coleus. #0. <--2:-.<--<--- D 


Gollinsias... ......... -U | Gladiolus Seed........0 | Layia... U 
Commelina ..F | Globe Amaranth... M | Leptosiphon. U 
Conyolvulus. -F | Gloxinia... iS) Vinumss 2s. U 
Coreopsis, hardy....V | Godetia.... -U | Lobelia, annual......Q 
Cosmos. -A | Golden Rod.. Vv sé hardy.......V 
Cotton.. -D | Gourds.... -F | Lupinus.... Uv 
Cowslip. ..C | Grevillea.. -N | Lychnis.. Vv 
Crepis.... -U | Gypsophila... ..E | Malope.. Bs 
Crotalaria. JA sf hardy....V | Malva....... Es 
Cucumis... ..F | Melichrysum.. M |} Marigold... F 
Cuphea.. -A | Heliotrope. WN | Marvel of Peru EF; 
Cyclamen... ....B | Helenium... ...W | Mathiola apd 
Cypress Vine........... © | Heucheraccs...2--2--2= F | Matricaria ..D 
Wabhiia...... .O | Hibiscus, annual....F | Maurandia.... .D 

Datura.... 5 se hardy V | Mesembryan- 
Delphinium..... -V | Hollyhock.. Vv themum...F 
Dianthus, annual...U | Humea.. Q | Mignonette... ..U 
“< hardy.....V_ | Humulus. -F | Mimosa.... D 
2 -V | Hyacinthus .O | Mimulus. D 
Dolichos.. -F | Ice Plant. | Min aceon J 
Dracena.... -W | Impatiens N | Momordica. aE 
Echinocystis -F | Inula....... -V | Moon Flower FF 
Eschscholtzia. -U | Incarvillea. U | Morning Glory — 
Euphorbia. -F | Ipomea... -F | Musa. Ix 
Ferns -S | Kaulfussia. U | Myosotis Cc 
Fuchsia... -N | Kenilworth Ivy......V | Nasturtium.. —F— 
Gaillardia. oe, || Meamtanag-cce..cs-cces N | Nemophia.............. U 
“© perennial...V | Larkspur, annual..U | Nicotiana............... D 
Geranium -N | Lathyrus latifolius.V | Nigella... U 
Geum.... -V | Lavatera.... Nolana... U 
U | Lavender.... QGEnothera... A 

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A Sow in shallow boxes of light soil in the green- 
house, hot-bed or light window, ina temperature of 
From 60 to 70 deg., covering the seeds to a depth of only 
four times their size, press down with a board firmly, 
water with a fine spray, and do not allow the seedlings 
to dry out. Transplant 1 inch apart into similar boxes 
or 2 inch pots as they require if plants in pots are 
desired, when the seedlings have formed 2 or3 leaves, 
and plant out in the garden after danger from frost. 
They can also be sown in the open ground, after danger 
is over from frost. 


B Sow in shallow boxes of li¢ht soil in a greenhouse, 
hot bed or light window, in a temperature of 50 to 
60 des, at any time except during hot weather—(sprin; 
months preferred.) Merely press the seed in the soil wit 
a board, rub a little light soil through a fine sieve over 
them until covered not over 1-16 of an inch deep; water 
with a fine spray, and do not allow them to dry out, 
When they have formed 2 or 3 leaves transplant 1 inch 
apart into similar boxes, and pot off as soon as lar 
enough, and shift as the pot fills with roots, until the 
size of the pots get to be 6 to7 inches. _ 


Cc For early flowering sow inthe fall in a bed of fine, 
well pulverized soil, cover the seeds not deeper than 
four times their size, and press down firmly witha board. 
Transplant when 2or 3 leaves have develo d, about two 
inches apart, into cold frames, cover with mats during 
very eollawenttion Sow also in the spring in shallow 
boxes, in a temperature of about 60 deg., and trans- 
jant 1 inch apart into similar boxes when 2 or 3 leaves 
ve developed ; plant out as soon as the frost is out of 
the ground. They succeed better in amoist loamy soil, 


partially protected from the hot sun. 
D Sow in shallow boxes (2 inches deep) in light soil 
in hot-bed, greenhouse or light window in dwell- 
ing house, in a temperature averaging 60 to 70 deg.; 
cover the seeds to not over four times their size, 
pre down with a board firmly, water with a fine 
spray, and do not allow the small seedlings to dry out. 
Transplant 1 inch apart into similar boxes when they 
have formed 2 or 3 leaves, and plant out in the open 
garden after danger from frost is passed, or pot in 2- 
inch pots and plant out from these, or shift into 
larger as the pot fills with roots, if large plants in 
pots are desired. 


E Sow in the spring in the open ground where 
they are to grow, the soil should be prepared 
deep; the sooner the seeds can be got in the better. 
They delight in a moist, loamy soil and should be 
sown two inches deep; should the soil be light four 
or five inches deep would be better, and the soil 
should be well firmed down. If not allowed to go to 
seed they will flower much longer. 


Sow out of doors when danger from frost is over. 
The soil should be well pulverized, the seed covered 
toa depth of about four times its size with light soil; 
press down firmly with a board, and thin out so that 
the plants never become crowded. They can also be 
sown in shallow boxes (2 inches deep) in the greenhouse 
hotbed, or in light window of dwelling house, if desir 
early ; transplant into similar boxes when two or three 
leaves have formed, and plant out in tne open ground 
after danger is over from frost, 


Sow in the spring in the open ground where 
the plants are to remain. Cover the seeds with 


light soil to a depth of not over four times their size; _ 


. | 
MOXAHB oes ee secceneseeee F | Salpiglossis...........A 
Peonia, V | Salvia......... A 
Palava. U | Scabiosa Ser, 
Pans ypecse Cc “*  perennial...V 
Passion Flower......N | Schizanthus... Bap 5 
Pelargonium . N | Silene... F 
Pentstemon V | Smilax. N 
Pennisetum. F | Stevia.....:... A 
Perilla.. D | Stocks, annual.......A 
Petuniay = D “«-. . biennial.......I 
Phlox, annual. ..F | Sunflower F 
fo NAR yess Vv Ss 
Bhysalisi: 2 232e.s--..0 A 
Pinks, annual.. U | Sweet Sultan. wonky 
«« hardy. V | Sweet William........W0 
Platycodon... V | Tagetes noe 
Polyanthus C | Thunbergia... F 
Poppy, annual P | Torenia.... _-D 
ss hardy. V | Tritoma.... .O 
Portulaca... F | Tropeolum. pe or 
Primula, tender......B | Walerian.. WG 
ss hardy.......C | Venidium. wT 
Pyrethrum, hardy..V | Verbena.. A 
“* golden-leaved Vinca N 
| Whodanthe .... IMI | Violet... Cc 
| Rhodochiton. Virginian Stock......0 
! Ricinus Miscaria eee sty 
| WV allfiower .. <a 
| Wistaria... 
Zinnias 


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press down firmly with a board, and thin out as 
becomes necessary, so that they never become 
crowded. Protect the roots in the winter by a 
covering of leaves or straw. 


I Sow in shallow boxes of light soil in greenhouse or 
hotbed, covering theseed toa depth of not over four 
times its size. When the seedlings have formed 2 or3 
leaves, transplant into similar boxes, and plant out in 
the open ground after danger is over from frost, 
sown early they will flower the first year. 1f not sown 
early they will have to be taken up, in cold localities, 

tted off and kept in cool greenhouse or “‘ heeled in’ 
in protected frames during the winter. Sow alsoina 
well pulverized bed in the open ground during the 
spring or summer, and care for in winter in the same 
way. 


Sow in shallow boxes (2inches deep) of light soil, in 
a warm situation in the greenhouse, hotbed or light 
window of dwelling house, covering the seeds to a 
depth of not over four times their size When the 
seedlings have formed 3 or 4 leaves, transplant into 
similar boxes one inch apart. _If a profusion of flowers 
is desired, they should be potted off when about one 
inch high into 2's inch pots, and allowed to become 
pretty well root bound, which checks their luxuriant 
growth and throws the vigor into the flowers. Plant 
out in the garden after danger of frost is over. 


KK . Plant the seeds in shallow boxes (2 inches deep) 

in light soil mixed with cocoanut dust, leaf mouid 
or well rotted manure, about one inch apart and a half 
to oneinch deep. Place ina warm situation, at a tem- 
perature of not !ess than 70 degrecs, either in the 
greenhouse, hotbed, or window. When the seedlings 
are large enough, pot off singly into small pots and 
shift into larger pots as it becomes necessary. 


WL Sow out of doors when danger of frost is over, 
cover the seed a depth of only four times their size, 
Press down firmly with a board, and thin out so that 
the plants never become crowded. If desired early sow 
in shallow boxes in greenhouse, hotbed or light window, 
in a temperature averaging 70 deg ,and transplant into 
similar boxes, when 2 or 3 leaves have dexelo ed If 
desired to keep flowers as everlastings cut fen the 
buds are a little more than half opened, and suspended 
in a dark, dry place, with the heads down until fully dry. 


N Sow in shallow boxes (2 inches deep) of light soil, 
in greenhouse, hotbed or light window of 


{ welling 
house in a tem erature averaging 65 deg.; cover the 
seeds to a depth of only four times their size; press 


down firmly with a board, and when two or three 
leaves have formed transplant one inch apart into 
similar boxes. Water with a fine spray, and do not 
allow them to @ry out when small. Pot off as soon as 
large enough, and re-pot as they grow, into larger pots, 
or they can be planted out in the open ground for the 
summer, after all danger of frost is over. 


Sow in shallow boxes (2 inches deep) of light soil 
in greenhouse, hotbed or light window of dwelling 
house, in an average temperature of 65deg. Transplant 
one inch apart into similar boxes when two or three 
leaves have developed, and plant out in the garden 
after all danger of frost is ovef. In the fall the roots 
should be taken up and kept in sand in a cool, dry 
place, such as a cellar. Sowings can also be made in 
the open ground in the spring, after danger of frost 
is over. 


Pp Sow in the open ground after danger from frost is 
over, in beds of well pulverized soil. The plants 
should remain where sown, as they will not stand 
transplanting unless done with extraordinary care. 
Thin out carefully so as to disturb the remaining 
plants as little as possible. For succession of bloom, 
two or three 8owings can be made at intervals during 
the summer. 


To get good sized planys for planting ont in the 
Spring) the seed should be sown in shallow boxes 

(2 inches deep) in greenhouse, hotbed or light window 
of dwelling house, as soon as possible after January ist, 
in light soil, in a temperature averaging 60 ses. Cover 
the seeds to a depth of not over four times their size, 
and press down firmly with a board. When the seed- 


lings have formed 2 or 3 three leaves, transplant into 


similar boxes one inch apart, and when large enough 
pot offin'o21-2inch pots. Plant outin the open ground. 
after danger from frost is over. 


_ Sow in shallow boxes (2inches di 

in a pemperatune of 70 aeenees) in the greenhouse 
or light window of dwelling house Merely press the 
seeds into the soil with a board, and always water with 
a fine spray so as not to disturb the surface, and do 
not allow them to dry out, *Place a pane of glass over 
the top, allowineda little space for the air to go under, 
Place ina partially shaded situation, and when 2 or $ 
leaves have developed, transplant into similar bores 
and pot them off when large enough. 


) in light soil, 


T Sow in the spring in the greenhouse, hotbed or 
light window of dwelling house, where the tem- 
rature will average 60 degrees, in shallow boxes (2 
inches deep) of light soil. Cover the seeds to a depth 
of only four times their size ; sprinkle with a finespray, 
and do not allow them to dry out. When thes ings 
have formed 2 or3 leaves, transplant into similar boxes 
linch apart.o When theseedlings are1 or 2inches high, 
potin 245 inch pots and shift into larger ones as they 
grow ; orsplany them in the open ground, where the: 
wil form flowering clumps for the fall and winter, 


U Sow out of doors after danger from frost, and fo. 
succession of bloom at intervals during the s 

mer. For early flowering, sow in greenhouse, hot 
or some window of the house facing South or South- 
east, in shallow boxes (2 inches in depth is ample) in an 
average temperature of 60 degrees; transplant the 
seedlings into similar boxes when 2 or 3 leaves have de- 
veloped; and plant in the open ground after 
from frost is past. Sow in light soil, cover not dee; 
than four times the size of seed, press firmly with a 
board, and water with a fine spray; do not allow the 
seedlings to dry out when sma 


WV _Sow out of doors after danger from frost is over, 
in beds of finely pulverized soil, covering the seeds 
to a depth of not over four times their size, with light 


in cold-frames, and transplant to their perm: 
Position in the spring. 


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WE DELIVER FREE, ANYWHERE IN THE U. S., DIRECT TO THE PLANTER, 
ALL FLOWER SEEDS, VEGETABLE SEEDS AND BULBS, EXCEPT NOTED. 


HENDERSON’S JUBILEE ASTERS. 


These magnificent Asters bear extraordinarily large semispherical double 
flowers, averaging five inches in diameter, of the most symmetrical form. The 
flowers are of splendid substance, withstanding storms and hot sun better than 
other Asters. The plants are sturdy and compact, about two feet high, regular in 
form and height, so that a row or bed of them presents an unbroken sheet of bril- 
liant color. Individual plantscarry from 25 to 40 of the immense flowers, open at 
one time, completely covering the upper half of the plant with bloom. The colors are 
beautiful, clear and rich. Their blooming season is unusually long, not only because 
the flowers are remarkably durable, but the maturing flowers are followed by develop- 
ing buds in uninterrupted succession for weeks. Jubilee Asters are not early ; while the 
number of flowers displayed equals those of the Victoria and Perfection classes when 
the latter are in their prime, yet Jubilee Asters are not in the full flush of their glory 
until the latter sorts are practically over, and Jubilee Asters remainin bloom until the 
late-branching sorts begin to open. (See cut.) 


HENDERSON'S 
JUBILEE 


Henderson’s Jubilee Asters. 


ASTER. PKT. 
SNOWDRIFT. Pure satiny 
= Q WiDLGOlascconecsaetc sens ccarrecscee sxe sere leer ona 15 
S— = S PRAIRIE FIRE. Magnificent 
ti iff SS glowing crimson scarlet.............. 15 
° BLUSHING BRIDE. White, 
\ id daintily suffused with blush, 
} a a e deepening into pink.................... 15 
GLORIOSA. Deep rich dark 
Cyclamens are among the most beautiful winter and spring DlUCieancesconsccdssestenspeeccereconceceser sess 15 


flowering plants for the window and greenhouse. Not only are 


the flowers of striking beauty, but the foliage is also highly orna- Vig Tas ements 


4 é with a sparkling silvery sheen.... 15 
mental. i Es sae 
H pi aa am! strains are even more beautiful VIVID. Brilliant rosy carmine.. 15 
 * YCLAMEN. (Seecut.) Received first-class cer- A 15 
tifieate, Paris, 1897; first-class certificate, Ghent, 1897; Di- papal Bright azure blue 8 
plome d’Honneur, Brussels, 1897. Flowers white, with a strik- GRANDEUR. Pure rose pink... 15 
ingly distinct crest or feather of the same color upon the face The collection of above eight 
of each petal, the feather adding 'to the substance and lasting named Jubilee Asters, 1 packet 
properties eee flower. This, the forerunner of an entirely each, for $1.00. 
new strain of Cyclamen, indicates the possibility of further varie- XED 
ties, possibly a colored feather on white ground or a white feather Uh arth itt eae 15 


on colored ground. Price, per packet of 12 seeds, 75c. 


DOUBLE, LARGE- FLOWERING CYCLAMEN. The flowers 
haye usually 8 to 10 petals, often 12 to 15, which are more spreading eee 
than in single varieties. There is the same range of colors, crimson, pink, ie es 
| white, spotted, etc., and like all double flowers they remain much longer OWE 
| in perfection than singles, the season of blooming lasting fully three 
months. The strain is not yet quite fixed, but produces a sufficient pro- CRESTED CYCLAMEN. 
portion of doubles to justify us in offering it. Double, Mixed Colors. 

+, 00¢. 


GRAND NEW ESCGHSGCHOLTZIAS. 
*“CALIFORNIA POPPIES.” 


Eschscholtzias have long been classed among our most beautiful and popular annuals, 
being of the easiest culture and giving great satisfaction. From spring-sown seeds they flower 
profusely until late in the autumn, making them invaluable bedding plants. 


“GOLDEN WEST” ESCHSCHOLTZIAS. The flowers of these new giants measure from 
four to six inches in diameter. They are beautifully and variously formed; some are flat and 
wide, some saucer-shaped, others very deep with flaring wavy edges. These magnificent 
tlowers, of immense size and lovely forms, call forth the most enthusiastic admiration from ¢ 
beholders ; the colors are intense and shining yellows. In some an orange blotch almost 
suffuses the whole flower, in others it runs into the yellow in fine penciled lines, others again 
have an orange centre with a margin of clear yellow. Pkt., 25c. 


BUSH ESCHSCHOLTZIA. (See cut.) Grows into a shrubby bush, two feet high, with the 
beautiful foliage of the Eschscholtzia, enlarged. Large cup-shaped flowers, on stems twelve 
inches long; the color is of clear bright yellow, contrasting vividly with the bunch of golden 
stamens in the centre; the petals are broad, over-lapping, and crinkled like crushed yellow 
satin. Plants from seeds sown early, commence to bloom in July and continue to flower 
for months, being especially fine during the winter. The flowers keep for two weeks in water. Nada Re 
They measure three imches across. 25c. per pkt. Beary 


Liberal Premiums on orders are offered by us to all customers. See page 6. 


. 


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= FLOWER SEE 


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Qa years ago we introduced a strain of Butterfly Pansy 


which has delighted thousands of Pansy enthusiasts all over 
the land. The varieties composing it were awarded a medal 
at the World’s Columbian Exposition, 1893, where it came in 
competition with the best varieties and strains from all over the world, which certainly indicated 
that our Butterfly Pansies had attained the height of perfection. But improvement has kept 
pace with each succeeding year. The specialists who grow for us exclusively, keep on hybridiz- 
ing and selecting the best for shape, the best for size, the best for substance, the best and most 
striking new colors, the most thrifty, healthy and robust plants, etc.; and we are now able to 
offer our friends some new and surprisingly beautiful kinds, which we have grouped into the un- 
equalled Henderson’s New Jubilee Collection of MAMMOTH BUTTERFLY PANSIES. 

Of course, it is impossible to include in a collection of 12 all of the handsomest new varieties. There are a number of others equally as beautiful from which we 
have made a special mixture, and will include a complimentary packet of the mixed new sorts with every collection. 


Descriptions and Prices of Henderson’s New Mammoth Butterfly Pansies. 


Per pkt. of Per pkt. of 
Numbered. 75 seeds. Numbered. 75 seeds. 
1. Crimson and Garnet, Silver Banded..............ccccccccssccseseceeeseteeeesesereneee 15 7. Maroon and Brown, Broadly Margined Yellow..................:...:::006 15 


2. Canary and Golden Yellow, Margined Blue, Mahogany Blotches 15 8. Rosy Lilac and Pink, with Darker Veins and Margins. Fa 
3. Violet and Lavender, Broadly Margined White. ..............0.00:0005 15 9. Lilac, Heliotrope and Purple............. me llcy 
4. Brilliant Ox-blood Red, Rich and Velvety.......... 15 10. Large White, with Violet Blotches : 

5. Striped White, Claret, Lilac, Chocolate, etc.............. 15 11. Garnet and Maroon, Gold Banded - 
6. Rich Black Purple, Maroon, Ultramarine and Violet.................... 15 12. Royal Purple, with Dark Eyes Zoned with Yellow.............0.....000 15 


BUYER’S SELECTION OF ANY THREE OF THE ABGVE VARIETIES for 40c.; ANY SIX OF THE ABOVE VARIETIES for 75c.; or 
THE ENTIRE COLLECTION, 1 pkt. each of the 12 varieties described above, and one complimentary packet of the Mixed New Varieties oifered below 
(different from those in the collection), for $1.25, free by mail. 


MIXED NEW MAMMOTH... 
BUTTERFLY PANSIES. 


From new and gorgeously beautiful varieties, per packet of 
200 seeds, 25c. 


SEEDS OF HENDERSON’S ... 
SUPERB... 
SURE senor CLO NIS! 


See colored plate, page 142. 


As large as Hollyhocks; as double as double can be, with 
edges finely fringed, petals fluted and crinkled, intensifying and 
varying the colors with high lights and dark shadows, bringing 
out a richness and effect unmatched by crumpled velvet, which 
the flowers resemble. There is a variety of colors—selis, blotched, 
veined, margined, etc.; in short, these double Petunias are un- 
matched by any other strain in the world. 

Although this magnificent strain of double Petunias has been 
brought up to the pinnacle of perfection, yet our customers must 
not expect the seeds to produce over fifty per cent of double- 
flowering plants; this, however, is an average much greater than 
is ever actually obtained from any other strain. (See cut.) 
Mixed Volors. Many grand, double-fringed varieties, veined, 

blotched, tinted, margined, ete............ evieence revere per pkt., 50c. 


SEPARATE VARIETIES OF 
Henderson’s Superb Double Petunias. 


Pkt. 
Garnet. Double fringed, rich glowing crimson.....................500€. 
Sea Foam. Double fringed, pure white .. 5 Oe. 
Double Fringed Pink. Purerose pink............... Oc 
Ruby. Double fringed, mottled and blended, ite....£ 9 0C 
Amethyst. Double fringed, mottled and blended, rich violet 
Sun Rise. Double fringed, suffused blush and blotched 
Carmine ypinksscrccresescccaccocacsseecsuccpecuseccchecacssneactstanearacecer eeteeT OCs 
The Collection of six separate varieties described above..$2.00 
For plants of these varieties see page 143. HENDERSON’S SUPERB DOUBLE-FRINGED PETUNIA. 


Do not torget to avail yourself of our LIBERAL PREMIUMS offered on page 6. 


COPYRIGHT | 


BY PEIER HENDERSON & C8, 


Henderson's New Jubilee Phlox. 


Grand acquisitions, being of semi-dwarf and densely compact habit. Dwarf 
Phlox, particularly the ‘‘Heynholdis” and * Graf Geros,”’ lack constitution, 
but in our new Jubilee Phlox we have perfectly healthy, robust, sturdy little 
round bushes only eight inches high, producing dense masses of bloom from 
ground to summit. The flowers, borne in immense trusses, are unusually large 
and beautifully formed—round, with smooth edges—iully equal to the flowers 
’ of the best large-flowering perennial Phlox. They are also of superior texture and substance, 
recuperating quickly if disfigured by storms or early frosts, getting into perfect bloom again 
quickly; in short, are perfect ‘“‘any-weather”’ plants. d : : : 

HENDERSON’S JUBILEE PHLOX is the most brilliantly effective type in cultivation for 
bedding. Separate colors planted in separate beds, or the scarlet or pink surrounded by the white, 
or planted in designs, will form a floral picture of such incomparable richness of coloring as to be 
fairly dazzling. They are of such easy culture—amply repaying generous treatment—succeeding in all sunny positions, 
beginning to bloom in the early summer from spring-sown seed and continuing in unexampled profusion until the close 
of autumn; unfortunately they are very shy seeders—one reason why they are such abundant and continuous bloomers. 


AURORA. Pure bright rose, with carmine €Ye..............:cscceceeeeeeeeees 
ENCHANTRESS. Exquisite flesh pink, with bright salmon eye.. 
FIRE KING. Brilliant, glowing vermilion-scarlet................... 

MAGNIFICUS. Deep, rich garnet; grand......... 
PARAGON. Lustrous salmon-scarlet........ on 
DEAN ASwy CurevsnO wa white eee cee etter nee estecadede sen ceearectes sms erce sets: 


The collection of above 6 JUBILEE PHLOX, 1 pkt. each, for 75c. 
BRILLIANT MIXED COLORS, containing several shades and 
colors, pkt., 15c., 4% oz., 50c. 


ENDERSON’S GIANT IMPERIAL 
JAPANESE MORNING GLORIES. 


Gigantic Flowers. :: Exquisite New Colors. :: Magnificent Foliage. 


We introduced these grand climbers and they have proved a revelation to 
many. The vines are of robust growth, attaining a height of from thirty to 
fifty feet. The foliage is luxuriant, distinct and varied—some vines haye 
vivid green leaves, others have silvery leaves, some have yellow leaves, and 
many produce leaves mottled and checkered like rich mosaics of light and 
dark green, white and gray. The intermingling vines of brightly contrasting colored leaves are 
wonderfully pretty and effective even when the flowers are not open. 

But the surpassing charm of these ‘‘ Imperial Japanese Morning Glories’’ lies in the entrancing 
beauty and gigantic size of the flowers; they measure from four to six inches across, and their / 
greater substance causes them to remain open much longer than ordinary Morning Glories. The 
colors of the flowers, shadings and markings are limitless, and are really wonders of nature, of such /// 
incomparable beauty that descriptions are inadequate. Some flowers are of deep, rich velvety Yy 
colors, others daintily tinted and shaded. 


Emperor of Japan. Brilliant crimson, with white margin and blush throat; marbled 


HORACE o-edgecadedcocaacéceco 399 3000ti550000000- CLAN ERO ICS OOO DS SEBO AGUS REEL CABG EOS BOSS HEE IDO Te CREEL een RE aE Cee ne REE rerec nde Pkt. 15 
emp rers of Japan. Exquisite soft blue, with white margin and rose throat; variegated 

OME VES... cansectibcouadoacoonhionotcU Baca Pe ORCBCECE HS SOC OSHE GEESE Dado ROSE EDSE OHO SBOcceeC EGET EED ee Eee ECE reens 15 7 
Count Ito. reamy background, suffused, flecked and dotted with pink, claret. i y 

Canmine eyellowathnoatrpm OGtledsollaremenamrictesccsterrcccnece res icetsnedecoiscn:csrurecsececseercseseenccneneadees 15 
Marquis Yamagata. Lovely blush pink, with deeper rose shadings; white margin; silvery { 

MNO CELEB LOM ape trresem arnt c ee ae eee eae coe ene Seen See eee ae neeec bites sulsehustecncesnasdenertversdesurers 15 
Yellow Flowering. Very rare; we purchased 36 seeds of this from the “ Jokyukwai,” or The 

Morning Glory Association, of Japan, at a very high price, and have succeeded in saving only 

a limited quantity of seed. It has beautiful large canary-yellow flOWeTS.............-c0ccceeceeeeeeceeeee 25 
‘““White and Gold.’’ Very large, purest white ruffled flowers; foliage golden-yellow.............. 25 


The collection of the above 6 packets of IMPERIAL JAPANESE MORNING 
GLORIES for 75c., free by mail. 


Mixed Colors. Many beautiful varieties are included in this—reds from soft rose to crimson, 
bronze and garnet maroon; daintiest light blue, ultramarine, indigo and blackish purple; 
snow-white, cream and silver-gray. Some are striped, blotched and spotted; others have 
Inagnificent edges and throats, including purple, with white edge and red throat; white, 
flushed pink, with wine-red throat; carmine, with white edge and red shaded throat; garnet, 
with white throat; copper color, with white throat, Ct¢........0...ccscccececeecneeeeceeeecaneeteveeserenees Pkt. 10 

Ruffied and Frilled, Mixed. Magnificent ruffled flowers, like folded and crumpled velvet. The mixture contains the following colors: Purple, veiled 
crimson, with white edge; bright deep blue, white edge; pure white; carmine red and lavender blUeC..............ccccecccceccceveuecuvsececcestenuuvecsusecsuuecceuecearsesceuysetsqenecs Pkt. 15 


HENDERSON’S 
GIANT IMPERIAL 
JAPANESE 
MORNING GLORIES. 


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-HENDERSON’S NEW STRAIN OF 


ee eee , ak CARNATIONS. | 


MARGUERITE 


These Gorgeous and Fragrant Garden Carnations 
Olt te he he el] Flower profusely Summer and Autumn, 
From Seeds Sowin in the Spring. 


Shown in colors on the opposite page. 


All Joyers of Carnations have reason to be grateful for the introduction of this wonderfully improved strain. The flowers often measure three inches 
across, and are usually as double as double can be; most of them have beautifully fringed petals, and are delightfully fragrant. One great merit of these 
Carnations is that they commence to flower in about twelve weeks’ time from seed. Seed sown in the spring will produce luxuriant plants that will be continually 
full of bloom from August until killed by severe frosts. If desired, the plants can be potted in the autumn, and they will continue to bloom profusely 
in the house through the winter, or seeds may be sown during the summer for the best winter-flowering plants. 

These Giant Marguerite Carnations are the best garden types grown, the plants are sturdy, branching and erect; the flowers are well supported on 
strong long stems, and although the flowers are immense, yet they seldom burst the calyx. 

Too much cannot be said in praise of these magnificent Carnations. They were originally produced by crossing the large-flowering annual garden Pinks 
with the Carnation proper, retaining the characteristic flowers, clove fragrance and foliage of the latter with the desirable merits of blooming quickly and 
profusely from seed and the bushy, luxuriant growth of the former. We have tried to propagate some of the exceptionally fine-flowering varieties and special 
colors of these Carnations from cuttings and layers, so that we could offer plants of them, but they bloom so freely that young-rooted plants commence 
to form buds before first forming a good plant, and, in consequence, plants from cuttings grow but little; therefore, we shall always have to depend upon 
seeds, culling out all that come single, or not up to type, as soon as they show bloom, for these Carnations, like many other plants from seed, are inclined to 
sport, though we often get something new and wonderfully beautiful. 


PRICES OF HENDERSON’S NEW GIANT MARGUERITE CARNATION SEED. 


GIANT WHITE C (Figure I on plate) 5 Per pkt. of 25 seeds, 20c. | GIANT STRIPED . (Figure 5 on plate) 5 Per pkt. of 50 seeds, 20c. 
GIANT SCARLET . (Figure 2 on plate) ° Per pkt. of 50 seeds, 20c. | GIANT PINK : (Figure 6 on plate) . Per pkt. of 50 seeds, 20c. 
GIANT YELLOW . (Figure 3 on plate) 6 Per pkt. of 25 seeds, 20c. | GIANT GARNET . (Figure 7 on plate) ° Per pkt. of 50 seeds, 20c. 
GIANT ROSE s (Figure 4 on plate) 5 Per pkt. of 50 seeds, 20c. | GIANT MIXED : . . ° 0 . - Per pkt. of 100 seeds, 20c. 


CUSTOMER’S SELECTION.—Any three packets of above for 50c., or the ENTIRE COLLECTION of 
SIX SEPARATE VARIETIES, shown on plate opposite, for $1.00. 


DWARF JAPANESE HOLLYHOCKS. 


PYRAMIDAL LITTLE PLANTS, ONLY 15 TO 18 INCHES HIGH. 


Producing Large Semi-double Flowers, from Base to Summit. 


These very unique and beautiful Hollyhocks, from the ‘t Flowery Kingdom,”’ 
are great acquisitions. The plants grow in pyramidal form to a height of only 
15 to 18 inches, and are covered from bottom to top with semi-double flowers 
about three inches across, the petals of which are crinkled and fringed like 
crumpled and slashed satin; the colors are crimson, white, pink, pink-shaded 
with deep pink toward centre of flower, and pink with a white edge. We 
expected to offer these colors separately this season, but our Japanese suppliers 
notify us of the small yield of seed, so we will combine all into one mixture to 
give us seed enough to offer to our customers this year. Mixed Colors. 
Packet, 25c. 


TALL DOUBLE BLACK HOLLYHOCK. 


Of American origin. Very odd and rich, large double black 
flowers. Packet, 25c. 


ARGE-FLOWERING... i 
..f ALL YELLOW COSMOS 


(Cosmos Grandiflora Sulphurea.) 


Entirely distinct from the Dwarf Yellow Cosmos on the market, which is really a ‘Bidens.’ This 
large-flowering tall yellow Cosmos grows from 6 to 8 feet high, forming beautiful upright sturdy plants, 
with large fern-like leaves, and even when not in bloom presents a wonderfully pretty appearance. The 
flowers are of rich golden-yellow, and measure from 5 to 8 inches in circumference. In the North, to get 
them in bloom before frost, seed should be sown early in the house, and the plants grown on in small pots 
until time for planting outin May. Price, 25c. per packet. 


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SWEET PEAS 


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The ‘‘Acme’’ Collection of Sweet Peas we herewith offer we consider the best ever sent out for variety, distinctiveness and individual superiority. 


It is 


| composed mostly of the latest introductions, though there are in the collection a few of the older varieties of such distinctiveness and beauty that they are 


indispensable in every collection. 


They are all beautiful in their modest loveliness, perfection in form, graceful in arrangement, delightful in perfume, exquisite in 


coloring, lavish in bloom, unequalled for cutting, gay and cheery in the garden, of the easiest culture, succeeding with everybody, in short, irresistible in their 


wealth of charms. 


If the primitive varieties were such fragrant favorites in the old-fashioned garden, is it to be wondered at, with these wonderfully improved sorts 


| of increased size, better shape, greater quantity of bloom, with three and four flowers borne on a stem, and with lovely new colors, that Sweet Peas are now 


enjoying unprecedented popularity ? 


} Blanche Ferry, Extra Early. (Fig.1on plate.) Deep rosy red standards; 

blush white wings; exceedingly profuse; of very dwarf, compact habit, and the 

earliest Sweet Pea in bloom. Splendid foreither garden or forcing under glass. 
5e. pkt., 15c. oz. 

| Emily Henderson. (Fig. 2o0n plate.) Absolutely pure white. Extra large, 
with broad, round standards that stand up boldly. The plants produce such 
an abundance of flowers that they appear as if covered with snow. 5c. 
pkt., 10c. oz. 

Prima Donna. (Fig. 3 on plate.) Lovely soft rose pink, of large size and fine 
form, 2 great gem; very frequently bears four flowers on a stem. 10ce. pkt., 

Cc. OZ. 

Golden Gleam. (Fig. 4 on plate.) Of pronounced primrose-yellow; large, 
profuse, and of idealform. Received first prize from the Hampden Co., Mass., 
Horticultural Society, the centre of the United States Sweet Pea enthusiasts, 
who also placed this in their list of the 12 best Sweet Peas, out of the 
great number now before the public. 10c. pkt. 

Mars. (Fig. 5 on plate.) Bright fiery crimson, deepening with age. A large, 
expanded flower; a great advance on every crimson yet introduced. 10c. 
pkt., 20c. oz. 

Captivation. (fig.60n plate.) Large, expanded, shell-formed flower; stand- 
ard purplish claret; wings purplish lake. 5c. pkt., 15c. oz. 

Improved. (New Countess.) 
Large flowers of pure light lavender. 10c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Captain of the Blues. (Fig. 8 on plate.) Large, expanded, shell-formed 

flower ; standard purplish blue; wings deep blue. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz. 

| Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain. (lig.9o0n plate.) A large, round, shell-shaped 
flower of fine form; white ground, striped and shaded with bright rose. 5c. 
pkt., 10c. oz. 

Venus. (Fig. 10 on plate.) 
pkt., 10c. oz. 


(Fig. 7 on plate.) 


Large, shell-formed flower of soft rosy buff. 5c. 


Price for Henderson’s “‘ Acme” Collection of Sweet Peas, 
i packet each of the 22 varieties, shown in colors on opposite page and described above, for 


Countess of Aberdeen. (Fig. 11 on plate.) Round-hooded standard of 
blush pink, with darker pink margin; wings peach-blossom pink. 10c. pkt., 
20¢. 02. 

Her Majesty. (Fig.120n plate.) A large, bold flower; standard bright rosy 
carmine; wings carmine lake. 5c. pkt., 10e. oz. 

Gray Friar. (Fig. 13 on plate.) Large, shell-shaped flower, white clouded 
and minutely dotted with reddish lilac. 10c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Emily Eckford. (fig. 14 on plate.) A superb large flower; standard rosy 
heliotrope; wings bluish heliotrope. The flowers become more blue with age. 
5c. pkt., 10c. oz. 

Juanita. (Fig. 15 on plate.) 
flaked and striped rosy lavender. 

Aurora. (Fig. 16 on plate.) 
wings are flaked and striped 
20c. Oz. 

Monarch. (Fig. 17 on plate.) Very large, round, expanded flower; standard 
maroon purple; wings plum purple. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz, 

Ramona. (Fig. 18 on plate.) Large, shell-shaped flower, creamy white, deli- 
cately striped and flaked with carmine blush. 10c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Stanley. (Fig. 19 on plate.) A magnificent large flower; standard rich 
mahogany brown; wings garnet maroon. 5c. pkt., 10c. oz. 

Butterfly Improved (Maid of Honor). (Fig. 20 0n plate.) An improvement 
over Butterfly in form, size and color, light blue ou white ground; distinct 
blue edge. 10c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Royal Rose. (fig. 21 on plate.) Standards deep carmine rose; wings a 
charming rosy pink, almost a self-colored flower, handsome shape and im- 
mense size. 10c. pkt., 20c. oz. 

Lady Penzance. (Fig. 22 on plate.) A beauty. Standard deep bright 
orange-tinted rose; wings deeper rosy carmine; a large flower. 5c. pkt., 


cto $1.00. 


Large, shell-shaped flower; white, delicately 
10e. pkt., 20¢. oz. 

Expanded shell-form; both standard and 

with orange salmon on white. 10c. pkt., 


| American Novelties in Sweet Peas for 1898. 


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Columbia. A red, white and blue stripe ......ccccccccccceesecseseseeese esseesees Pkt. 
California. Large flower of splendid form; an exquisiteshade of soft pink. 
Coronet. A grand flower, large and of fine form; white ground striped with 


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Emily Lynch. Large and extra fine; standards rich rosy am, blending 
into deeper pink ; primrose-tinted wings, delicately netted with pink........... 25 
The Bride. A large, grand, pure white; a selection from Mrs. Eckford; 
well acclimated and has stronger germinating power than other white- 
HEE OR WLCS weeetee eae ue snne, cccetecdaditheesseerartsncsnesdintavacdsemsnsaudecevnmacacrssaracece 25 


The Collection of above 6 American Novelties in Sweet Peas, $1.25. 


Mixed New American Hybrid Large-flowering Sweet Peas. 
Nothing dull or undesirable has been allowed in this peerless mixture. 
seeds), 15c¢.; per oz. (about 300 seeds), 40c. 


Many beautiful new colors. 
Per pkt. (about 75 


English Novelties in Sweet Peas for 1898. 


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Countess of Powis. Magnificent large flower, of glowing orange salmon; 
Buffusedi with Tiehtipurples.........ncnvs-sccseccsesasennucecnceeteatercheatocessseevenseeserens Pkt. 25 
Prince Edward of York. A fine large expanded flower, of rich light scar- 
DT RIEH TYG Nie 9 EC hesaconconpoccode cre Ohec noncOaceC ar EcBen SCH EEaROUAcHoGaccdcodencasccenBocbaciceeonc CAB OBS San 25 
Queen Victoria. A rich primrose cream, tinged with pink; of finest form 
ANGSUDSTANCE!-secastnise recs macshiisceveccecocecerssleuecuse camntnccti saecne ean Reta scan eee cere eae 25 
Salopian. Grand rich crimson and mulberry red; suffused with orange 
ECE) CO dcatecaroc 0206 eae odeO Tere poco Bot sOSORoC CIDSD DOC ADE COCO DOG SAOCOE ALAC IEOE OC SES Uco Lael de nt baC AESAE Ny 25 
Shazada. Standards deep rich maroon; wings indigo black; immense 
MOWEDS TOUS TANG OVUM e--cataeenteecesceses seeccceenacacarss- goa tnteaemenete ane eomaa ene 25 


Triumph. Standard deep orange pink; wings pink; a very large flower.... 25 
The Collection of above 6 English Novelties in Sweet Peas, $1.25. 


Dwarf Sweet Peas, & 


hugging the ground, with no tendency to either climb or trail. 


substance, and nearly as large as those of the climbing Sweet Peas. 

pot culture they are unique and wonderfully pretty. (See cut.) 

Pink Cupid. 
germinates readily ; a thrifty grower and continuous bloomer. 
packet of 12 seeds, 15c. 


White Cupid. Pure white flowers. Per packet of 25 seeds, 10c. 


The full collection of English and American Sweet Pea Novelties, including 
both Cupids, for $2.50; or supplied complete with the ‘‘ Acme’’ 


colored plate collection for $3.25. 


PINK CUPID 4%? 
... WHITE CUPID. 


Compact dwarf plants not over 5 or 6 inches high, covering a circumference of about 18 inches, 
The innumerable short branches 
form a perfect tuft of green foliage, which soon becomes studded with flowers of good form and 
For edgings, low beds and for 


Standard bright rose pink; wings either pure white or blush. The seed is black and 
Per packet of 24 seeds, 25c.; per 


DWARF SWEET PEA, “‘CUPID.”’ 


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BEGONIA CRISTATA. 


ADONIS GRANDIFLORA. 


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Untested by P. H. & Co. 


Adonis estivalis grandiflora, large-flowering scarlet. A 
greatimprovement. Large, brilliant scarlet blossoms ; beau- 
tiful, feathery, green foliage. A beautiful garden annual, 
nit igh (See cuts) see nee en cee eee een aee eee Pkt., 15 

Angelonia grandiflora alba, A beautiful annual plant, L¢ 
ft. high, for pot culture, flowering during the winter in the 
window or conservatory. Very aromatic foliage and numer- 
OUS pureprhiteflOWwersscea-cscasncenoeneccceecccemeeee orca eeees 25 

Ageratum, Blue Perfection. The darkest blue among large- 
flowering Ageratums; habit dwarf and compact ; an annual 
about 8 inches high, most useful for garden beds and borders. 
(SIRE) AAs 5a OOS SOIC IO Oa LOS IO OSOUBDOnbes Mic nnoabodescan aS tod 

Aster, White Triumph. A pure white variety of this beauti- 
ful type of Asters ; flowers 214 to 3 inches across, and 30 to 40 
borne on dwarf plants 8inches high. (See cut.) ...........-.--- 20 

Aster, Rose and White Triumph. Differing from above 
only in color. It is a charming blending of rosy pink and 
white. 20 

Aster, ‘* Ray. about 20 
inches high, bearing large flowers 4 to 6 inches across, of long, 
slender, quilled petals, having the charming effect of the 
straight-rayed Japanese Chrysanthemums. (See cut.) Two 
colors, white and bright rose.............-2-2.2. 2s eee eee each, 25 

Aster, White Ostrich Feather. Immense flowe 
across, resembling the giant Comets, but the peta. 
narrower and more curled ; very graceful.. 

Aster, Lady, White, Passing to Rose. 
of graceful habit, with distinctive, long leaves, bearing a 
great quantity of medium-sized, elegantly-shaped flowers p>) 

Aster, Lady, Rose. Similar to above, excepting color.... oF 

Aster, Mignon Scarlet. Brilliant new color in this popular 
class ; flowers very double and of faultless form 5 

Aster, Ballor Jewel. Bright scarlet with white.. 

Aster, Washington Needle. Carmine Rose............... 

Amaranthus hybridus, Brilliant. A beautiful novelty ; 
grows in columnar form, 4 to 6 feet high, almost covered with 
carmine, rose and yellow variegated leaves without 
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Browallia speciosa major. Individual flowers are fully 1 

inch across, of rich indigo blue; plant1 ft. high; bushy. 
(See cut on page 155) eae 

Balsam, Alba Perfecta. n improved, 
white Camellia-flowered Balsa: 

Begonia hybrida gigantea cristata. A ‘‘ bearded’? Bego- 
nia, a sensational novelty ; large flowers of red, pink, yellow 
and terra cotta shades, with a peculiar fringed crest attached 
tojthe petals. i (See/cut:) eae eensc eee corer eeteree cease nee 25 

Begonia hybrida gigantea, ‘‘ Mammoth.” The flowers, 
leaves and whole plant are of gigantic dimensions; scarlet 
flowers of grand form and substance 


Begonia semperflorens, ** Zulu King.” ‘The Black Bego- 
nia.” A first-class bedding and pot plant in the style of B. 
Vernon. The foliage and flower stems are dark black red ; 
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Introducer’s descriptions, 


Commelina Sellowiana. A compact procumbent annual ; 
very showy for garden beds, and fine for hanging over vases 
and baskets ; bears continually a profusion of rich cobalt blue 
flowers:!! (See "cuts sec cence ation tice nace ence tere eee Pkt, 20 


Cuphea miniata compacta. Bushy, compact, § inches high: 
a profusion of flowers, scarlet, crimson, purple, etc., through- 


out the season ; fine for either bedding or pots (See cut.)......25 | 


Chrysanthemum, Maximum Triumph. A great improve- 
ment on C. latifolium ; stronger and better, with immense, 
pure white flowers, 4 inches across ; hardy herbaceous gar- 
den jplan te eee cms nem sa~ seen e nee aceinee cece ae eee eee nee EEe 2 

Chrysanthemum, Maximum filifera. A new form of above, 
with large white flowers, composed of narrow, long petals ; 

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gracefulicut flower. (See cut.) 5.2... cco cccccncce seinciecesl ance psy | 


Campanula pyramidalis compacta alba. A dwarf, sturdy 
form of the favorite old ‘‘ Pyramidal Bell Flower” ; large, 
white flowers ; hardy perennial....................0.----20--0--- 2 


Campanula mirabilis. Flowers of light blue, similar to those 
of Canterbury Bells, but in other respects the plant is unique, 
DHeautifal hard yee ee ee aoe e ae oe re eae ae ee eee ee eee 5) 


Cineraria hybrida, ‘‘ Boule de Neige.*’ A semi-dwarf robust 
plant, large heads of perfect flowers, pure snow-white, with- 
out violet eyes, blotches or anthers............... 75 


Cleome grandis. Larger plant and flowers and more beauti- 
ful than C. pungens ; flowers rose and violet ; a luxuriant gar- 
denfannual (See cut.) 2a lon ne ones ene ne coon eon eee ee 2> 


Delphinium Consolida Imperialis fl. pl. ‘“‘Snow-white.”” 
A beautiful candelabra-formed dwarf Larkspur, with compact, 
well-filled spikes of double pure white flowers.................. ps 


Delphinium speciosum, Var. Glabratum. Handsome new 
hardy perennial Larkspur, 3 ft. high; large clusters of 
spurred, star-like flowers, 144 to 2 inches across, dark azure 
WU CeisnanonpuseacadosonaocIbeScona on mSdesccoass onasse Saleis's meeieiesis 23 

Dianthus Heddewigii fl. pl.. Souy. de la Malmaison. A 
beautiful, large, double-flowering annual ‘‘ Garden Pink,” 
rosy apricot blended with white. (See cut.)........-...-...---- 15 


Gloxinia, Goliath. Immense flowers, 4 to 5 inches across; 
velvety violet purple, passing into blue toward the pure white 
edge ; spotted throat > 


Gloxinia, Cyclops. Velvety carmine, pure white edge ; throat 
dotted dark red ; flowers 4 to 5 inches across...................- 35 
Gloxinia, Queen Victoria. Purestsatiny white, no markings ; 
flowers 4 to oinches acrosses ses oe ciae oe eee ee eee eee 3 
Godetia, Grandiflora rosea fl. pl. A double-flowering variety 
of delicate pink and rose color ; a fine bedding annual about 
2fti high’. 251055255 Re ee a eae ‘ 
Gazania hybrida. Remarkably showy perennial plants of 
spreading nature, growing about 10 inches high ; adapted for 
garden beds in summer or for vases, baskets, or grown as pot 
plants in winter ; large single flowers, 2 to 314 inches across, 
ranging from milk-white to chamois, yellow or orange, zoned 
and spotted with violet, black or white, some with rose tips. 


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Introducer’s descriptions. 


Melenium Biglowi. A hardy garden perennial plant, about 244 
ft. high, with long-stemmed golden-yellow Coreopsis-like 
flowers with black centres ; grand for cutting............ Pkt., 25 

Inula glandulosa grandiflora. Hardy perennial garden 
plant, 2 ft. high, with large single golden-yellow flowers, 4 to 5 
riches across, composed of long, narrow, wavy petals. (See 5 
(iH Naonge 700 d0.do46 GoeueNoudr dcr an OAL BBneab bad abcde bpen bs db aneaesoeSs 2: 

Lathyrus latitolius, ‘*Pink Beauty.” A charming variety 
of the popular hardy everlasting Pea, with large flowers of 
delicate pink, laced and shaded with deeper pink. (See cut.).25 

Leptosyne Stillmani. A beautiful annual of rapid growth, 
flowering within five weeks from sowing ; bushy plant about 
one foot high, feathery green foliage crowded with golden- 
yellow single flowers, 14g inches across, and very durable; 
showy for the garden and fine for cutting......... .........0-- 

Lobelia erinus compacta, ‘‘Prima Donna.” Very bushy 
and dwarf variety with rich maroon red, with large white eye; 
fine edging plant or for pots. (See cut.)..........0. 2 cece cece eee 20 

Myosotis alpestris stricta ceelestina. A charming sky-blue 
flowering variety of the ‘‘ Obelisk”? Forget-me-not, introduced 
last season ; the plant grows upright in columnar form and 
ISUWELYiflOriferous.1) (SEGICULS) Peat ee LeeLee ee eee eee 25 

Myosotis robusta grandiflora, ‘*Triumph.” A new ever- 
blooming Forget-me-not of large robust growth with large 
blue flowers. It commences to bloom in from six to eight 
weeks’ time ; sown in the autumn it makes a beautiful winter 
flower 


Marigold, Single Tom Thumb, ‘*Gold Ring.” A bushy 
compact free-blooming garden annual, only 8 inches high ; 

flowers velvety maroon, margined with a goldenring......... 15 

Marigold, Single Tom Thumb, ‘‘Canary Yellow.” Dif- 
fers from above only in color of flowers, which are of light 
bright yellow with maroon spots around the centre........... 15 


Morenia odorata. Luxuriant climbing tender perennial vine 
with light green ivy-like evergreen foliage ; flowers star- 
shaped, yellowish white, borne in dense clusters, emitting a 
delicious perfume. It can be grown in pots in the house in 
winter and planted out in Summer................022e eee eee eee 25 


nothera Drummondi Nana. A fine dwarf compact-grow- 
ing annual ‘‘Evening Primrose,” only 1 foot high, with im- 


mense bright yellow flowers in profusion... .................-+. 25 
Pansy, Madame Perret. Extra large flowers, edged, marbled 
and shaded blue, dark red and violet.................cceee eee 25 
Pansy, ‘‘ Fairy Queen.” A fine bedding Pansy, pure Sky¥e 
blue, distinctly and broadly edged with white; strikingly 
GilZG MO. canon scooeCUacenyodecuTSbocdedu cao uNeE obo sa0EHNdOsaeaGese 25 
Pansy, ‘‘Freda.” A large dark violet with wide, clear white 
MOMENT, 2 Gaagoocanodano dessa ado aden du sous cesesdoeseaOnoea bose 25 


Phiox Drummondi “*Star-Shaped,” Improved Large- 
flowering. Bushy plant, about 1 foot high, covered with star- 
like flowers of many beautiful and showy colors............. 20 


GIANT TORENIA, ‘‘ THE BRIDE.”’ 


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Petunia, Double Liliput, ‘ Brilliant Rose.” Dwarf com- 
pact-growing plants, 8 to 10 inches high, bearing a multitude 
of small, very double, brilliant rose-colored flowers,.... Pkt., 25 


Petunia hybrida grandiflora superbissima, ‘‘ Favorite.” 
Extraordinarily large single flowers of creamy white, intri- 
cately netted with pink and lilac.............. 2c cece eee eee 25 

Petunia hybrida grandiflora superbissima, ‘‘ Venus.” 
Similag to above excepting in coloring, which is carmine and 
Vidtoh ie 5 dooRosandbaconbeasb se0dcdsde- dodeoone sdeoboacuanoAdagades bale 

Polyanthus, Blue-flowered. Large umbels of flowers, vary- 
ing from lavender to deepest blue and violet. The seeds we 
offer are of Mr. Max Leichtlin’s carefully selected strain. (seer 
ip ndccducaosacda bude bb ndbansecad codocdoacaabendnsooageEoonDagasB00 5} 


Primula sinensis fimbriata, Robust Giant-flowering. A 
strain producing immense flowers, and of vigorous luxuriant 
growth; five colors in mixture, viz.:—white, bright scarlet, 
blood-red blushvandspinks pes lsbiaderd-cidoseeeiccincieee cries DU. 

Primula obconica grandiflora hybrids. Large beautiful 
fringed flowers of shades of rose, blue, white, etc.; valuable 
pot plants, flowering in 3 to 4 months from seed ..............- 25 

Poppy, cardinale hybrids. New Colors. Splendid dwarf 
large- flowering Carnation-flowered Poppies, bright rose, 
copper rose, chamois and brick-red in mixture. (See cut.).20 

Rudbeckia bicolor superba. A new annual, about 2 feet 
high, long-stemmed golden-yellow flowers with maroon spot 
effective garden plant and fine for cutting. (See cut.)... 


Sunflower, variegated foliage. A single yellow-flowering 


Salpiglossis, New Emperor. Showy new variety producing 
but one strong main stem, thickly covered with large gorge- 
ously variegated flowers. (See cut.)...... 0.00000 cece cece eee e ot 


Sunflower, Golden Bouquet. Thisis a perennial, but what 
is remarkable it commences to flowerin July from seed sown 
in May, producing in greatest abundance rich yellow flowers 
2 to 244 inches across; the plant forms a p midal bush, 
about;s feetihighen crs nectecceee rein eee eee ene emee eens 25 


Torenias, New Giant-flowering. Plants bushy, about 8 

inches high ; profuse bloomers, fine for pots or summer beds ; 
flowers immense for Torenias, 144 inches across or 3 times the 
size of the older types. 
“Princess of Montenegro,” lavender and velvety purple 
withtyellow, throatmeenmere rete cen nce eer Leen 25 
“The Bride,” giant white, grand. (See cut.). 5 

Zinnia, Giant Double Queen Victoria. A grand pure white 


variety of the giant Zinnia, elegans robusta plenissima ; 
flowers 4 to 5 inches across and very double 29 


Zea Japonica gigantea quadricolor. A strikingly hand- 


some Corn with large green leaves striped and blotched with 
Wiitesose/andhy cllow-eeee-aareeneeeeaee ne een eee 25 


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LOBELIA COMPACTA, PRIMA DONNA, 


EUROPEAN FLOWER SEED NOVELTIES for 1898. 


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New Aster NO. 9. 


For which we want a Name. (See circle.) 


This is a new and brilliant, glowing 
scarlet Aster, free from the magenta tinge 
usualin red Asters; the flowers measure 
from 3 to 4inches across, are of regular 


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New Goreopsis N0.6 


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¥_ + ——————_ AS FOLLows:—___—__ 
/ $25.00 for the name we select as the best, and $5.00 

each for what we may consider the next best twelve 
/ names. The thirteen premiums for any one of these 

' numbered novelties aggregate $85.00. For the entire 
| four numbered Flower Seed novelties we will award a 
| total of $340.00 in 52 premiums; four of them will get 
\ $25.00 each, and 48 of them will get $5.00 each. 


\ ———————— CONDITIONS. 

The purchaser of the Seed is entitled to suggest one name for each and 
every packet of nameless numbered novelties bought, each of which 
will be sent out by us ina coupon envelope, on which the buyer is to _/ 

write his post-office address and the name he suggests for the 

\ novelty, and return to us by October Ist, 1898. The money will be 

\ awarded in December, 7898, and the names of successful competi- 

tors will be published in our 1899 edition of this Catalogue. 

In event of two or more persons sending in the same 

winning name, the one received by us first will 

receive the money. All prize-winning names 4A 
are to be our property, and will un- 

\edloubtedly be used in naming other 

~_ things in future years. 


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globular form, and borne freely on 
sturdy plants about 15 inches high ; 
an exceedingly effective bedder. 
Price, per packet, 25c. 


New Pansy No. 7. 


For which we want a Name. 
(See circle.) 

This is one of the most beautiful 
Pansies ever grown; the flowers are 
of the giant class, measuring when 
well grown 3 inches across; the color- 
ing in this variety is a marvel of rich- 
ness, velvety garnet, bright red and 
golden yellow, indescribably blended. 
Per packet, 25c. 


An improved variety of the lance- 
olota grandiflora type, producing 
long-stemmed, immense rich yel- 
low flowers, shaded with orange; 
one of the most showy garden 
perennials grown, forming plants 
2 to 3 feet high, flowering in pro- 
fusion for along period during the 
summer; unequalled for cutting; 
grows anywhere. Per packet, 25c. 


New Poppy No. 8. 


For which we want a Name. 
(See circle.) 
A new strain of double and semi-double 
Poppies of remarkable beauty ; the plants 
are sturdy, branching bushes about 15 
inches high, producing for months myriads 
of exquisite crushed satin-like flowers, about 3 
inches across, of the most charming combinations 
of coloring, ranging 
from flesh - pink to rose, crimson, 
maroon, white, etc., margined, net- 
ted, striped, flaked and mottled; 
exceedingly effective for garden beds; 
mixed colors. Per packet, 25c. 


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ABRONIA UMBELLATA. 


Charming annual trailers for vases, rock-work, etc., succeeding well in the gar- 


den border; bearing large trusses of fragrant rosy pink flowers. % foot...Pkt. 5 


ABUTILON. 


Large bell-like flowers, red, white, rose, orange, ete., richly veined; strong 
growers, flowering continually ; suitable for house in winter and garden in sum- 
mer. 2to4feet. Tender perennial. Mixed Colors.............-.-----::ee Pkt. 10 
Magnificent New Hybrids, Mixed. The plants are of compact growth, 

producing much larger flowers than the old types—the range of colors is also 

greater, including white, straw, yellow, rose, carmine, crimson, orange, and 
many beautifully striped varieties. (Se CUE.) ...cce.sseereceeeeereee sss eteeeeeenees IPkt2> 


ACACIA. 


Decorative greenhouse shrubs with elegant foliage; flowers, yellow, white or 
red. 8to6 feet. Perennial. Mixed Varieties. ............-:::--: ce Pkt. 10 


ACHILLEA. 


PTARMICA FL. PL. Double white flowers, borne profusely summer and 
autumn; fine for cutting; useful border plant. 1 to 2 feet. Hardy perenne 
Pkt. 


ACROCLINIUM. 


Free summer-flowering annual plants for garden decoration; the flowers 
dry as ‘‘everlastings”’ for winter bouquets. 1 foot. 


Double-flowering, mixed 


ADLUMIA. 


CIREBHOSA (“Mountain Fringe” or “Allegheny Vine”’). Charm- 
ing hardy biennial climber; feathery foliage, rose-colored 
flO Wess WS) FECC sioi...-...--02--caccesencsseccenssoncessrnnssteceerssoes Pkt. 10 


ADONIS. 


ZESTIVALIS (‘Flos Adonis’’). Ornamental gar- 
den annual, of easy culture, flowering freely ; grace- 
ful feathery foliage. Crimson. 1 foot........... Pkt. 5 


AGERATUM. 


Annuals, bearing in profusion clusters of feathery 
flowers; suitable for pot culture in winter or bedding 
out in summer; flowering continually and profusely. 
2 feet high. 


Blue ee kieo White 

TOM THUMB VARIETIES. Splendid very dwa 
varieties for edgings and ribbon lines; covered with 
large trusses of flowers until frost. Height, % foot. 

Tom Se 5 


—_ —. ite 5 
— — Rose. A beautiful variety .......... 5a) 
——-— Yellow. Delicate chamois yellow.......... 10 


Little Dorrit. Compact oval bushes, 6 inches high 
and a foot through; a mass of blue flowers......... 10 


AMPELOPSIS VEITCHIL. 


(‘Boston or JapanIvy.’’) Valuable hardy perennial 
climber; clinging to walls of wood, brick or stone; 
foliage dense, of glossy green, changing to red and 
yellow in autumn. 30 feet..........cccceeeeeceeneee eres Pkt. 10 


ANEMONE CORONARIA. 


Large saucer-shaped flowers of many colors; showy, 
hardy perennial plants. 1 foot. Mixed Colors..Pkt. 5 


ABUTILON, 


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ALYSSUM. 


These flower profusely throughout the season, thriving in flower garden, win- 
dow boxes, vases, etc.; also well adapted for ribbon lines and edgings; very 
fragrant annual. (See cut.) 

Sweet Alyssum. White. % foot. Per OUNCe, B0C.........-.00:ceesreessreeeees Pkt. 5 
Tom Thumb Sweet Alyssum. |(‘‘Compactum erectum”’ or “ Little Gem.”) 

This is one of the finest plants for edgings and low beds, flowering in unparal- 

leled profusion for months. Y%ioot. Per ounce, 50c. (See cut.)........001 s+ 5 
“Carpet of Snow.”’ (Compactum procumbens.) Pure white, grows only 2 to 3 

inches high, and flowers profusely ; in fact, itis a perfect carpet of snow through- 

out the season. We have counted as many as 300 heads of snow-white flowers 

open on one plant at one time......... cc cceeeceee cence cence cee eer ccs eeteaeeeseeueececaneeeeaees 10 
HARDY ALYSSUM. Dwari spreading hardy perennial plants about a foot 

high, very showy for permanent borders and beds. 

Wiersbecki. Summer blooming; yellow...................-c0eccceceeceseeeeeeeeceseeeeeeeees 5 

Saxatile Compacta. Spring blooming; dwari, golden yellow. % foot..... 5 


AMARANTHUS. 


Ornamental foliage and flowering annuals of striking 
effect; they are of rapid growth, easy culture and very 
showy, with flower spikes or richly colored foliage. For 
semi-tropical gardening they are unique and effective. 
Caudatus. (Love-lies-bleeding.) Long, dark red droop- 

ing floWeLr SPiKeS............:.ceeceee ceceesseren cceeecscesescrens Pkt. 5 
Firebrand. (A. Superbus.) Attains a height of six feet 

and a breadth of four to five feet; well furnished with 

large, gorgeously colored leaves of a blood-red color, 

bordered with bright yellow..............:ccesesessseesesseeneees 10 
Henderi. Beautiful drooping foliage of rosy carmine, 

orange, buff, golden yellow and olive green. 2 feet... 5 
Salicifolius. (Fountain Plant.) Gracefully drooping, 

willow-shaped leaves, brilliantly banded and tipped with 

orange, Carmine ANd DrONZe .............ceeeececdeeeceeeeceneeeeees 5 
Tricolor. (Joseph's Coat.) Leaves red, yellow and 

FaGeina, | 5 eLicsoacceoboncnodoocccqseccobas ceodsocoecceccodadocdeKcdaqatondas 5 


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~NEW GIANT COMET ASTERS. 


It would seem as if the highest possible perfection had been attained in these truly grand 
Asters. They win enthusiastic admiration from all who see them. The flowers are of immense 
size, often 6 inches across, composed of long, wavy, twisted petals, gracefully formed into loose, 
yet densely double, half-globes, resembling some of the finer Japanese Chrysanthemums. These 
giant varieties differ from the older, well-known Comet Asters, not only in bearing greatly larger 
flowers, but the petals are longer and broader. The plants are of luxuriant growth, attaining 
a height of 15 inches, each plant bearing from 20 to 30 of these magnificent flowers on long 
stems, which gives them an added value for cutting for vases. (See cut.) 


GIANT COMET ASTERS, MIXED COLORS. .......0...000....0.0cccccccccccccccccceeeeeceeeeeeeeees Pkt. 10 
MEPHISTOPHELES. Rich deep crimson........... 10 


EIDERDOWN. Magnificent snow-white.. 10 

SENSATION. Lovely bright rose........... 10 

LAPIS LAZULI. Deep ultramarine blue... 10 esr 
ATTRACTION. Exquisite silvery lavender...... cas it(s) N Nar 
KING OF YELLOWS. Large primrose yellow eae =ElO ANSON, 
CAPTIVATION. Blush white, striped with deep pink through each petal...... 10 LSSWEG 


THE BRIDE. At first pure white, in a day or two changing to blush, then pink, and, fin 
rosy red. As plants GSS882s 
earry flowers in all 


degrees ofmaturity, «(F 

the various harmo- 4G 
nious shades giveit ¥& TAS 
a bewitchingly love- Ws 
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The collection of above 
8 named Giant Comet 
Asters for 75c. 


Dwarf 
Chrysanthemum- 
Flowered Asters. 


Grow 9 inches high. 
Surpass all the dwarf va- 
rieties in size of flowers. 
They are full and double 
and produced in clusters 
of 20 to 30onaplant. ~ 
(See cut.) 


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Crimson.................. 
# Fiery Sca: a 
Snow-white. 
Flesh Pink..... 


*Collection of above 6 Dwarf Chrysanthemum-flowered Asters, 50 cts. 


VICTORIA ASTERS. 


Probably the handsomest varieties, taken all in all, for size, 
color and profusion of bloom. The colors include many ex- 

tremely delicate and some gorgeous shades; flowers very 
double and 4 inches across; from 20 to40 ona plant; 
height, 15 to 18 inches. (See cut.) 

Victoria, Finest Mixed. Contains many lovely 

COLOTS Eee cessnteet sweeten encccaeeeees Pkt.10 
White, pure.... tt 
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ASTER, 
DWARF 
CHRYSANTHEMUM 
FLOWERED. By 


MIGNON ASTERS. 


A fine new class. The plants are semi- | ; . = 4 
dwarf and bear40 to 50 beautifully shaped z QZ ey ; a> \ 2? \ Sky Blue............... 
very double flowers with deeply imbrica- j ‘ r- . = A i : 
ted petals, borne with an indescribable TANS Lal ; > g! ; ‘ wn Mee} 9) | White, Tinted Rose......................000.0........... 
grace. : 
Snow-white ..................:.ccccee Pkt.10 
Peach Blossom Pink. 10 
Bright Blue............. 
Carmine Red............ 0 
White, changing to lil: so 1'0 
White, changing to rose.... is 
Mignon, Mixed Colors Pa 
Collection of 6 named Mignon Asters, 50 cts. 


DAHLIA-FLOWERED ASTERS. 


These beautiful Asters are entirely distinct and 
continue long in bloom. A plant produces about 
30 pure ‘white, faultlessly formed, semi-spherical 

* flowers, composed of short, thickly set, imbricated 
petals, giving the flower the charming appearance of a 
Lilliput Dahlia. 
SNOW EAL ULE WWDILes 2. sseosesctecssseceaesoncatsssnesseupaccesseoneeess 
Princess, white, shaded with rose ang Dlushtseiese coer ee 
Rosalind, bright rose.........-.....:-eeeeeeeeeeseees ae a 

Collection ot the above 3 Dahlia-owered Asters 


PERFECTION ASTERS. 


The Peony-flowered Asters have long been most popular, the plants being of excellent habit, grow- 


ing about 18 inches high, producing very large globular flowers 4 inches across, of perfect form, with << g Lo : VICTORIA 
incurved petals. (See cut.) ; ‘ / AS 
Perfection, Finest Mixed. Contains many exquisite COIOTS.................:cce:ceceesceeeseeee seeeeeeee Pkt. 10 

White Pkt. 10 Brilliant Rose, splendid color ea 


Azure Blue 


Collection of above 6 Perfection Asters, 50 cts. 


Do not forget to avail yourself of our FREE PREMIUMS offered on page 6. 


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VA 
“JAPANESE TASSEL” ASTER. 


This new type of Aster is strikingly distinct. The flowers are of immense size, measuring 5 to 6 inches across, 
with long petals curiously waved and curled, giving them the appearance of the most disheveled Japanese Chrysan- 
themum. ‘The plants are vigorous, growing about 15 inches high. (See cut.) Mixed Colors.................. Pkt. 10 


BALL-SHAPED OR JEWEL ASTERS. 


A magnificent new class. The flowers are perfectly round or ball-shaped, densely double, 9 inches in circumference, 
short incurved petals. Plants sturdy. 2 feet. 
Pure White...Pkt.10 Crimson...Pkt.10 Apple Blossom. Salmon pink...Pkt.10 Azure Blue...Pkt. 10 
Mixed Colors........ 10 The collection of 4 separate sorts for 80c. 


SEMPLE’S LATE-FLOWERING BRANCHING ASTERS. 


Superior to any other class of late-flowering Branching Aster, lengthening the Aster season until frost. The 
JAPANESE flowers are large, 4 inches across, are very double, of purest colors, and borne on long stems. They begin blooming: 
TASSEL ASTER. about the first of September. Plants 
strong growers, 18 inches to 2 feet 
high. (See cut.) 


Semple’s White.........00..0.. Pkt. 10 POMPON 
‘ Lavender................... 10 CROWN 
ae Crimson.... . 10 ASTER. 
Se Shell Pink.... 10 


The collection, above 4 sorts, 30¢. 
Semple’s Asters, Mixed Colors..10 


German “St. John’s” Day 
Asters. 


These are valuable on account of 
their extreme earliness. They were in 
bloom on our grounds the past sum- 
mer on June 20th, fully two weeks 
earlier than ‘Queen of the Early”’ 
Asters, and quite a month earlier than 
any other varieties, all sown at the 
same time. The plants are round and 
compact, about 10inches high, bearing 
about 25 medium-sized very double 
flowers. Mixed Colors......... Pkt. 10 


POMPON CROWN ASTERS. 


These grow compactly, about 12 inches high, branch- 
ing out freely, bearing great numbers of densely double 
flowers 2 to 2% inches across. Each flower has a 
distinct white centre encircled with some other 
color. 

Mized Colors.............ccc secs Pkt. 10 
Pink. White centre.... ee 
Crimson. White centre.......... 
Lavender Blue. White centre. 2 
Dark Indigo. White centre.....................+. 10 
Collection of above 4 named Asters, 30c. 


QUEEN OF THE EARLIES. 


The earliest of all by nearly three weeks. 
Plants are dwarf and very branching, bloom- 
ing very freely; very double flowers borne on 
very long stems, rendering them of exceptional 
value for cutting. 
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Betteridge’s Quilled Asters. An im- 
proved strain, with large double flowers, 
composed of tube or quill-shaped petals, 2 
feet high. (See cut.) Mixed Colors...Pkt. 5 

“‘Ball of Fire’’ Aster. Brilliant, blood- 

scarlet color. The plants are of compact 

pyramidal habit, about 12 inches high; flowers 
medium size, very double, and borne in remark- 

Able AHUNGANCE...1.......-ccscescec--cosssercossnssavsescosse 10 

China. Mixed Colors. A tall, globe-flowered, 

double-flowering class, very largely sold, but by no 

means equal to the improved varieties................... 5 

Crown, or Cocardeau. The centre of each flower is 

white, surrounded by a broad margin of color, such as 

crimson, rose, violet, etc.; flowers large and freely pro- 
duced; height, 18 inches to 2 feet. 

Mixed Colors, 10c.; Collection of 6 separate colors, 40c. 
Dwarf Pyramidal Bouquet. Pretty class; very profuse, 

producing 20 to 50 heads of bloom; grows 1 foot high. 

Mixed Colors, 10c.; Collection of 6 separate colors, 30c. 

Giant Emperor Asters. This variety produces the largest flower of any, but at the expense of 
quantity ; flowers measure 6 inches and over in diameter, and are perfectly double; height, 18 inches. 
Mixed Colors, 10c.; Collection of 6 separate colors, 40c. 

“Marvel”? Aster. Compact and bushy, about 18 inches high, bearing in profusion and in long 
succession very double flowers 3% inches across; the three outside rows of recurved petals are pure 
white, encircling the raised centre of incurved petals, which are of a rich blood-red color. The effective 
combination of colors is MOSt StTIKiING.................cecceecencee es eceeeeeeeceeesseeeaeees 

Triumph Aster. The most beautiful and perfect of all dwarf Asters. 


8 QUILLED.”’ 


ch plant forms an elegant 
bouquet 7 to 8 inches high, of at least 30 to 40 flowers. The flowers, of rich blood-searlet, measure ° 


" 
YX from 2% to 3 inches across, ot faultless form and exquisite beauty...............ccccsceeeceeeeececcecenccesenceneeecs 10 

hi Victoria Needle. Flowers very double and large; petals twisted as round as knitting-needles, unique 

. and charming. Plants grow about 18 inches high, branching and floriferous. Mixed Colors....... 10 


WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS THINK OF HENDERSON’S ASTER SEEDS. 


“<7 want to tell you that I had “The Victoria Glowing Dark “My Jubilee Collection of As- 
A } \ q : fine success with my Comet Asters | Scarlet Aster seed I got from | ters were magnificent; I never 
SEMPLE’S Y PAWS ‘ last year. They Were beautiful. | YOu last year produced thefinest | saw anything to equal them, so 
‘ kant g ; plants and flowers of any Asters | large and so many varieties.”’ 
I ever raised or saw. They were | Mrs. J. E. Rhoades, Canaan, Ct. 
the admiration of my neighbors; 


Morethan one box ofexquisitely 
beautiful flowers were cut from 


my lovely beds of Asters and sent | they were nicer than any that I “My Comet and Mignon Asters 
to my friends in your city.” saw at the Indiana State Fair | ordered from you have been 

Mrs. Albert F. Davis, last fall.’ Henry C. Wilson, greatly admired.’ 
Rutland, Vt. Covington, Ind. Mrs. C. Kamm, Portland, Ore. 


WE DELIVER FREE anywhere in the United States, direct fo the Planter, all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and BUIDS {nec seten. 


#XANTIRRHINUM..# 


Forsummer flower beds and borders these half- 
hardy perennials are very showy, and flower - 
from seed the first season. They grow 2 
to 3 feet high, and are masses of bloom. 
Tall, Mixed Colors........... Pkt. 5 
Tom Thumb Varieties, Mixe 


Colors. Only 1 foot high....... 5 
Choice Striped Varieties, 
Mixed eu ee 10 


1xe 
‘Little Bo-Peep.’’ Compact, 
thrifty, bushy plants scarcely 6 
incheshigh. Forlow flower beds 
and edgings they are charming 
subjects, and for pot culture 
they are of scarcely less value. 
Colors include white, striped, or- 
ange, rose, canary, crimson, cop- 
per color, vermilion, flesh, garnet, 
scarlet, etc.; flaked and mottled and 
dotted. (See cut.) Mixed colors..15 


Collection of Dwarf Antirrhinum, 


in 6 separate sorts, 25c. 


ANTIRRHINUM, 
“LITTLE BO-PEEP.”’ 


New Giant-Flowering Antirrhinums. 


The flowers are nearly double the size of the 
older sorts, and closely set on the stems. 


Giant Yellow Queen. Grand pureyellow.Pkt.10 
Giant Scarlet. Brightest scarlet.................. 10 
Giant Niobe. Velvety garnet, shaded purple, 
with white throat 10 
Giant Rose. Delicate rosy pin 
Giant Flowering, Mixed Colors... 
Giant Striped. Yellow, striped red.. A 
Giant White. Pure snow-white.................... 10 


The collection of above 6 named kinds, 50c. 


ARALIA SIEBOLDII. 


Luxuriant decorative plant for house culture in 
winter and lawn in summer; large green palm- 
tike leaves, 2 to 4 feet; tender perennial..Pkt.10 


ARNEBIA CORNUTA. 


Acharming annual, growing in bushy form about 
2 feet highand about thesamebreadth. It blooms 
with profusion the whole summer. Beautiful 
flowers, 34 of an inch across, of a rich primrose 
yellow, marked with five black spots; the spots 
change on thesecond day to arich maroon,andon 
the third day vanish, leaving the flower a clear, 
bright yellow. (See CUL.).....+.se:seee-teeeeeeeees Pkt.15 


ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO. 


(Dutchman’s Pipe Vine.) 

Rapid, luxuriant, hardy perennial climber; large 
Jeaves, making dense shade; flowers yellow and 
brown, mottled and curiously shaped, 30 ft...10 

Asperula Odorata. (‘Sweet Woodruff.”) Very 
pretty dwarf hardy plant, much esteemed for its 
delightful odor. Flowers white..................... 5 


complete revelation to those 


to 2 feet. (See cut.) 
Lavender................cccssesereneoees 
Striped White, Red and Pur 


ple : : 
White Perfection. The fines 


GOUDIO fiecc cece cecnceceesopepecconseesnsacse™ 
La Malmaison. 
double blush pink... 
Bloodstone. Rich dark blood § 


Extra Choice Double Mixed...... 


ARNEBIA Collection ofabove 8 separate Double Bals 


CORNUTA. 
almost enveloping thestems, very beau tifu 


These are the most perfect in form and largest 
in flower yet developed, and will prove a 
unac- 
quainted with the remarkable periec- 
tion nowattained in this old favorite 
summer garden annual; height, 1% 


Crimson, Spotted White.Pkt.5 


o 


pure white; unusually large and 


Magnificent, 


let, large, double and full.......-..--+-+ 
Speckled Beauty. Snow-white, spec 
kled with fire red...........c.ecceesseceeeeeeeeeress 
Brimstone. Large double flowers of sul-_ 
PHU VellOW....0. ceeeeeseneeecnseeccernenenseneeseseses 


Miniature Double Balsams. Small branching compactr lant 
owing only 10 to 12 inches high, bearing small very dou yle flowers 
Seon 7 1, showy and unique. Mixed Colors..10 


AQUILEGIA, 
OR COLUMBINE. 


AQUILEGIA, 98 COLUMBINE. 


Hardy perennials, luxuriating in the moister 
situations in the garden, where they form per- 
manent clumps, growing from 1\% to 3 feet high. 
The large, unique, long-spurred flowers, gracefully 
hung on long stems, are not only brilliantly effec- 
tive on the plant but equally as desirable when cut 
for vase and house decoration. (See cut.) 


Double White. (A/ba plena.)............... Pkt. 5- 
Golden Spurred. (Chrysantha.) Beautiful 
long yellow spurred flowers...........-.---:seeee:e0e0+ 10 
White Spurred. (Chrysantha alba.) White. 10 
Grigor’s Hybrid Glandulosa. Immense 
flowers of richest ultramarine blue, Surmoun- 
ted by five short petals of purest white with 
delicate azure blue spots 
Single, Mixed Colors.......... Tato 
Double, Mixed Colors......................2...-0000+ 5 
New Large-flowering Hybrids. Too much 
praise can scarcely be lavished upon these elegant 
new hybrids, for which we are indebted to a cele- 
brated English grower who has devoted years to 
the improvement of these his favorite plants. The 
flowers of this new strain have been greatly en- 
larged, and the range of colors and shades has 
been increased. Mixed Colors............... Pk 


ORNAMENTAL ASPARAGUS. 


Broussoneti. Beautiful hardy perennial climb- 
er, growing 10 feet high; feathery foliage and 
searlet berries; in the autumn this is -very 
OIMa Men Cal Wrweccsceecaveccvacecootseaseere cota Pkt.10 

— plumosus nanus. A greenhouse perennial 
climber, with exquisitely graceful and feathery 
lace-like foliage; extensively grown by florists 
for cutting purposes. Per packet of 5 seeds...10 


BARTONIA 
AUREA. 
See page 93. 


DO NOT FORGET that we offer LIBERAL PREMIUMS ON 


ORDERS. See particulars on page 6. 


A rapid-growing handsome summer climber, small white 
flowers, followed by inflated seed-vessels shaped like small 
balloons, 10 to 15 feet; annual..............cssesereeceneesees Pkt.5 


.. BARTONIA AUREA... 


“California Golden Bartonia.’’ This is one of the 
showiest and brightest of garden flowers; large golden 
blossoms bornein great profusion all summer, 1 foot; 
ANNU (IS CAlCUL) DALE) IL.) necerccacsscseecesnsesmeeecs teres Pkt. 5 


< BEGONIA _ieterout_ Rootes). 


Magnificent flowering pot plants, and deservedly popular 
for garden bedding, flowering in the greatest profusion all 
summer. The individual florets will average from 6 to 9 
inchesin circumference, and are of allcolors. 1foot.(Seecut.) 
Single, Large Flowering, Mixed Colors. From 


DUIZORV AIC LICS sr ontensscnses= ses ceeacesse ser teeee ese eee Pkt. 25 
Double, Large Flowering, Mixed Colors. From 
DTIZONVALICTIOS on. cc cecsnesncceneeshenee renee eee eRe eee 50 


BEGONIA (Fibrous Rooted). 


Vernon. Flowers waxy blood searlet, borne in immense 
quantities. The foliage is at first green, but when the 
plants are bedded out the leaves turn red. Seed sown 
in spring will produce blooming plants early in the sum- 
mer, which will continue to flower until killed by frost. 
Ofvaluefor growing in pots for winter blooming. Pkt.10 

Rex. Large, ornamental leaves of dark green, bronze, 
gold, red, ete........ Stnceccerucascsstarecauascters Mea ccssesssesacveese: 25 


TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS. 


BELLIS. 


<Ss_ BELL IS_@outle Daisy). 


Well-known favorites; admirably adapted for 
edgings, borders and low beds, and also well suited 

for growing in pots. Although perennials, they will 
flower the same season if the seed is Sownearly in the 
house, though it is preferable to sowitin thefalland 
winter the plants overincoldframes. Wit. (See cut.) 
Longfellow. Large double pink............ Pkt. 10 
Giant Snowball. Unusually large, very double, 


R; ‘ 1 (‘Trumpet Creeper’’). Hard 

Bignonia Grandiilora perennial climber of rapid 
and luxuriant growth, very picturesque and effective; 
grown onold trees, arbors, walls,etc. Handsomelarge 
clusters of orange red flowers, 40 to 60 feet. Pkt.10 


“Swan River Daisy ’’). Beauti- 

Brachycome et annual, forming a close, 
compact plant, with large single blue or white 
flowers, borne freely all summer, 3% foot. 
Mixed Colors.......... . Pkt. 5 


1 1 (‘Amethyst’). Handsome an- DULEsvMitemAowersece tc cee te eee ee sere leanne 10 
Browallia nuals, with blue or white flowers Giant Red. Flowers densely double and un- 
completely studding the bushy plants during usually large, glowing red, shaded rose.......... 10 
the whole summer; fine for garden beds in sum- Double Mixed. All COlors........c..cccceccecececeeeecs 10 
mer or pot culture in winter, 11 feet. Ke Double Quilled, Mixed Colors. The petals 
Mixed Colors. ............ccceceeeeeccseeeceeeeeeeeees Pkt.5 are as round as knitting-needles... 10 


CACALIA, MIXED. 


_ (“Tassel flowers,” ‘‘Flora’s Paint Brush,” ete.). 
Very pretty summer-flowering garden plants. 
Prized for cutting, 1144 feet; annual............ Pkt. 5 


CANARY BIRD VINE. 


Arapid-growing, summer climbing annual, growing 10 
to 15 feet high. It will cover trellis work in the most 


1 A beautiful summer climber, 
Bryonopsis. with palmate leaves; its yellow 
flowers are followed by pretty cherry-like, green 
fruits, which change to bright scarlet marbled 
with white, 10 feet; annual...................... Pkt. 5 


PY (‘Bugle Vine’’). A well-known 
Calampelis beautiful annual climber. Trained 
to a trellis or south wall it is an ornamental object 

throughout the summer, its bright orange tubular 


flowers contrasting effectively with the delicate oeaa Zor ees gracefulmanner, producing hundreds of its pretty fringed 
Of the foliage, VO feet................ccsssssescereerearccesscesses : AR 5 ows bright yellow flowers, which resemble a canary bird with 
% » LARGE FU expanded wings. (See cut.)....... rece ie Sei ee eee hs Cee TE ERT Pkt.5 
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W))}) SE _ Gorgeous plants for greenhouse and window decora- 7 
W F tion; the large, pocket-shaped flowers are borne in the Y 
Nyy Gel greatest profusion through spring and summer; colors, Y 
% ND yellow, maroon, crimson, ete.; spotted and blotched in 44 
d AS the most unique fashion, 1) feet. 4% 
ry 


Large Flowering, Spotted varieties, Mixed. (See 
(GTS) ooseiondsbecose nace ued eos ebOden Reo cnecoa BOC ENodLpbboeT DoGaE RO sET Pkt. 25 
Large Flowering, Self-colored, Mixed. [Flowers 
scarlet, crimson, orange, canary, etc.; not spotted or 
IMAL KC seas vescnccteeocnn st «sostne doecasusdencstinesGeeeeree seat ettee meee 25 


GALANDRINIA GRANDIFLORA. 


Very beautiful dwarf-growing annual for the flower 
garden; in the sunshine the large rose-colored flowers 
expand into a perfect blaze of beauty, 1 foot........... Pkt.5 


CALENDULA, —=_=— 


Remarkably profuse, dwarf, bushy annuals, blooming 
continuously and abundantly until frost, of easy culture; 
indispensable for summer garden or for pot culture in the 
winter, 1 foot. (See cut.) 

Double Suiphur. Light lemon yellow colored, large 

PLO WELD Oya ece ce eeeceeanacde ccsrecasnhdommenemdtetcecieeses Pkt. 5 
Queen of Trianon. Double, canary yellow, with a 

maroon centre 
Pongei fl. pl. Double white..... : 
Meteor. Large double yellow flowers,striped with orange.5 
Prince of Orange. Similar to ‘Meteor’ but much darker.5 
Ranunculoides fl. pl. Double orange........... 
Pure Gold. A magnificent variety of pure golden y 


Wsssy 


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CALENDULA, ‘PURE GOLD.” large double flowers, borne profusely until frost......... CANARY BIRD VINE. 


We deliver Free anywhere in the United States (direct to the Consumer) all Vegetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs, except where noted. 


<>—.CALLIOPSIS, —> 


These beautiful ‘Bright Eyes” are showy summer bedding annuals, 
with large bright flowers borne in great profusion all summer long, 
and succeeding almost everywhere. They are elegant for garden 
decoration and fine cutting. Height about 2 feet. (For Hardy 
Calliopsis, see Coreopsis, page 97.) 


with golden blossoms, 2 inches across, with small dark centres.. 5 
Coronata. Flowers large, on long stems, rich yellow, slightly spot- 


Dark Crimson. (Atrosanguinea.) ana 
Frinest/ Mixed ss: ...c..ccer ce ee a 2 5 


Collection of 10 separate sorts, 40c. 


Tee NANA CONIC TA CAMEEIORSIS: 


Round, compact, bushy plants, 1 foot high by 1 foot across, anda 
perfect mass of bloom from early summer until cut down by frost. 


CALLIOPSIS, 
GOLDEN WAVE. 


CARYOPTERIS MASTACANTHUS. 


(Japanese Beni, or Moustache Plant.) 


Very showy herbaceous plants, forming nice compact 
bushes about 2 feet high, bearing along the stems 
opposite clusters of feathery flowers; both foliage 
and flowers are very fragrant. From spring- 
sown seed they commence blooming early in 
the summer and continue until frost. Of the 
easiest possible culture, thriving in any 

garden soil, particularly if given an abun- 


CAMPANULA. 


Well-known hardy perennial favorites, 


bearing large bell and saucer shaped 
flowers in profusion. 


cut.) We offer two colors. 


Pyramidalis, Mixed. A grandsort, f 
known as the “Pyramidal Bell Violet 229 BE oocsco9-popaseob OED OTE Pkt. 10 
Flower.’ Color, blue or white. aN Snow-white!: 5... Se eee 


Plants grow about 4 feet high, of 
elegant pyramidal form, bearing 
thousands ofexquisite bell-shaped 
TOWErS ec cccscccccctrecscsccesseces Pkt. 5 


CANTERBURY 
BELLS. 


Very ornamental garden plants 4¥ 
of the easiest culture: hardy bien- 1 
nial, 214 feet high, producing large, 
nodding and charming bell-shaped 
flowers of many exquisite shades, 


Single Mixed.... 
Double Mixed 


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5 Double Wh: 
cf Blue.. 5 56 Rose... 5 
“Lavender 5 a Striped 5 


The ‘‘Cup and Saucer’’ varieties ' : pp 
(Campanula Calycanthema) produce beau- 
tiful flowers 3 inches in length, saucers 3 


8 : S < 
to 4 inches across. The plants form perfect NN 


pyramids of bloom about 24 inches high, and NU 
they bear frequently from 100 to 200 of these 
exquisite blossoms for weeks during the early 
summer. (See cut.) 


Calycanthema, Mixed...Pkt.5 Rose............. 
B 5 White............... 5 Striped 


CANDYTUFT. 


Dwarf annuals, flowering profusely throughout the whole 
season; great favorites for beds, edgings, pots and borders ; 
the plants are very fairly covered with blossoms, and of the 
easiest culture; 12 inches high. 

Large-flowering Rose. Immense umbels of exquisite rosy 

flesh-colored flowers..............0.see008 Bene receeehsecnccceettesase Pkt. 10 
Empress. A beautiful, pure white variety, bearing candela- 

bra-shaped branches, each producing a large truss of 

flowers, presenting a perfect pyramid of bloom throughout 

CHEBUM IMEI. cccaserestencensncoecsen ee wermeencanaasceccerencaccerecscscebeaas 10 
Purple...... Pkt. 5 Crimson....Pkt. 5 White Fragrant 5 
White Rocket 5 White pero 
Mixed Colors. Per 02., 20C...........-:sccscccossscccesecccsceees Pkt. 5 


GIANT-FLOWERING_ DWARF HYBRID CANDYTUFT. 


The size of the individual florets as well as the whole head 
of bloom is double thesize of the old varieties. Several new and 
exquisite shades and colors are included; they form bushy 
little plants only 4 to 6 inches high; splendid for edgings. 
Tom Thumb, Mixed Colors...................::s:sseeereeees Pkt. 10 


CANDYTUFT, HARDY. 


Handsome, compact-growing hardy perennial plants, ad- 
mirably adapted for permanent front rows of borders or for 
low clumps or beds; very valuable for early decoration. 


HYBRID CANDYTUFT. 


Sempervirens. White. 1 fo0t.........cccccceseeeeeees Pkt. 10 
Gibraltica. Showy, large-growing, red, rose, white. 1 to 2 
TOOUssrcsserccconcudcanccacdccctnevaccessussoctibecsenscnceccnencccetearcsasneoventsece 10 


dance of water during dry weather. (See 


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CARNATION SEED... 


Hardy Garden Carnation Seed. This is a very fine strain 
worked up by a celebrated French Carnation specialist, and 
particularly adapted to garden planting. Seed sown in the 
spring will produce large thrifty clumps that will stand out 
over winter and bloom throughout the following summer and 
fall. All colors, shades and markings are represented in the ; . 
mixture, and most of them will come double................ Pkt. 25 3 \ a 

Henderson’s Giant Marguerite Carnations are shown in AN at 
colors. (See page 82.) 

Marguerite Carnation Seed, Ordinary Double Mixed. 5 

Guillaud Strain. The seeds which we offer in mixture contain 
a@ magnificent variety of colors, and, making this strain still 
more valuable, it produces flowers of clear yellow and others 
WAlUIN ACLU FEITA OLE boconconceneocqocdbsadceneRceboc odoodsooLeOOBLUREOUHEEeeineeca! ta) 

Bizarres, Choicest Double Mixed. Flakes, fancy andselis. 25 

Perpetual, or Tree, Choice Double Mixed. Fine for 
WADAUEETE 1 ZELATOYE, coasenienanncaqg sobennccdoqu SCECOUBOUSAOCOOMAOGH SEDER ESOSAY Lasnclels 25 


yellow, bordered with purple, red Or rOse.........c0e ceeeececeeesceeee Ea) 
Scarlet Grenadin. Habit dwarf and compact, brilliant double 
scarlet flowers, very early 
White Grenadin. Double early flowering, white 
Finest Double Mized .................cccccccecccceeeccceseeeceeees . 10 


Collection of seeds of finest double named Carnations, 6 separate varieties, 
50c., or 12 for $1.00. 


2>CANNAS,_LARGE-FLOWERING FRENCH. 


In this new class of Cannas we have something of pronounced merit for bedding— 
either in rows or large clumps—and for winter flowering in 
pots they are of scarcely less value. The foliage is luxuriant 
and the plants dwarfin habit. Their great merit, how- 
ever, lies in the large size and brilliant hues of the 
flowers, ranging through all shades of yellow and 
orange to the richest crimson, scarlet and ver- 
milion; some are also beautifully spotted. 4 
Seed sown in hot-bed or greenhouse from 
January to April will produce flowering 
plantsin July. (See cut.) 

Chas. Henderson. Finecrimson.Pkt. 10 
Francois Crozy. Deep:salmon, edged 

RY. CLOW ace cee covet sense costhbeceadewesececcnceve 10 

Mad. Crozy. Scarlet,edged yellow. 10 


HARDY GARDEN 


Admiral Avellan. Rich orange. 10 CARNATIONS. 
Doyen de Jean Sisley. Rich light 
IB CATIO Te ree eee ec cc ener ee cecseeceneiedes 10 , CENTAUREA. 


The collection of above 6 varie- 
ties, 50c. 

Mixed Varieties of Large- 

flowering French Cannas. 

IPETIOZ SOL Pkt. 10 


Cyanus. (Bluet, Ragged Sailor, Corn 
Flower, Blue Bottle.) A very old 
favorite garden annual, flowering 
freely in almost any situation; 


Mixed Tall Old Types. Many helente2 ONS ee eecney CHS LENS) 
varieties. Per oz., 25.....Pkt. 5 Cyanus, Blue... occ: Pkt. & 
WE DELIVER FREE ANYWHERE 5 
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IN THE UNITED STATES, 
at prices quoted in this Catalogue, 
All Vegetable Seeds, 
Flower Seeds and Bulbs, 
.... except where noted... . 


Collection of 6 separate colors, 
Centaurea Cyanus, 25c. 
Cyanus Double. Produces double globu- 
lar heads of flowers of large size and 
filled up to the centre with florets; the 
mixture we offer contains many novel new 
colors, some prettily striped......... Pkt. 10 
Cyanus “‘ Victoria.’’ This charming diminu- 
tive variety forms little bushes only 8 inches 
high; pretty for edgings orpots. Mixedcolors. 10 
Centaurea Americana ‘‘Hallii.’’ A branching, 
bushy plant, 30 inches high. Large ball-like heads 
of flowers, 6 inches across, resembling finely cut 
tissue-paper; color, lavender and dark heliotrope, fra- 
Pap Fe edshecacuacosdo0co 96000 G2000q cao HAKCKICOQNIUDIDJ-ODOCDONANCOOOUCAGICUNGIGD Wo22) LO: 


WHITE-LEAVED CENTAUREAS, essen. 


C. candidissima,. Round, compact plants, silvery white, leaves valuable for ribbon-bedding. 1ft. Pkt. 10 
Cc. gymnocarpa. One of the best ribbon plants, white foliage. 1% feet............. deéuccagvocuooccq”oodagcoDE 10 


J==_CELOSIA, OR COCKSCOMB, = 


Very popular annuals of the easiest culture, producing large ornamental, comb-like heads; not only 
are they highly prized for summer flower beds, but they make fine pot plants. 


All-a-Glow. A splendid large-headed dwarf Cockscomb, height, 1 foot; immense ruffled combs with 

edges like scarlet chenille, while the depths are glowing orange scarlet. (Seé@ CUE.) ....-...-.cscsseees Pkt, 10 
Silver and Rose. Immense ruffled combs; rose-colored edges, while the depths are silvery white.. 10 
Queen of the Dwarfs. Only 8 inches high, combs often 10 inches across, of dark scarlet 10 


Variegata. Large gold and crimson striped COMDS. 2 feCt.........ccccccceeeseeeceeeeeeeueccesveneeceueesesaueesessns 5 
Japonica. A branching pyramidal plant, each branch bearing a ruffled comb of rich crimson color. 5 
Glasgow Prize. Very dwarf; immense crimson COMDS. 1 f00t..........cceeeeceeecseeeseneeeccessueeeueeeeeecceeeeens 5 
Golden Beauty. Golden yellow combs. 1foot. 5 Dwarf Mixed. Many colors. 1 foot........ 5 


Collection of 6 dwarf Cockscombs, separate colors, 25c. 


CELOSIA PLUMOSA, Feathered or Ostrich Plumed Cockscomb. 


Handsome pyramidal branching plants, 2 to 3 feet high, producing at the suinmit of each branch 
long feathery plumes of very graceful effect. 
Crimson Ostrich Plumed. (Triomphe d’Exposition.) Large feathery crimson plumes.. 


Golden Ostrich Plumed. Large feathery golden plumes................cccccccecceeeeseeeeeeeereeeees 
Mixed Colors. Ostrich Plumed Celosia, crimson, orange, yellow, rose, etc 


_ CELOSIA, 
ALL-A- 


Pkt, 10 
cera al 


CHRYSAN- 
THEMUM, 

CRIMSON 

CROWN. 


HRYSANTHEMUMS. 
Ne ee eee 


ANNUAL VARIETIES. 


Summer-blooming annual plants of compact growth and thrifty 
habit, 12 to 18 inches high, producing quantities of large single 
flowers, 2 inches across. Colors, crimson, gold, maroon, white, etc.; 
very effective for flower beds, pot culture and for cut flowers. 

Single Annual; Wixed snl ccccccccces creer eee Pkt. 5 

Collection of 6 annual sorts, 25 cts. 

“CRIMSON CROWN.’’ Grows into a compact bush not over 8 
inches high. The leaves are of a beautiful yellow. The flowers are 
crimson scarlet, zoned with yellow around the centre. (Seecut.) 10 

Double Annual, Mixed Colors. (Coronarium fl. pl.).............. 5 

Lorenz’s Double Fringed. (C.carinatum hybridum fimbriatum 
fl, pl.) The petals lie, secale-like, one upon the other, and are ex- 
quisitely fringed. The colors are beautiful and diversified, including 
numberless hues of rose, fiery searlet, blood red, purple, yellow, 


white, etc., the dark colors predominating.................cececceceeeeeees 10 
Inodorum Plenissimum. Double white flowers borne throughout 
the season in profusion. Fine for vases and cutting............... 5 


’ 


Frutescens grandifiora. ‘French Marguerites.” Largely grown 
for cut flowers. They make elegant bushy pot plants for winter 
flowering, and bloom all summer in the garden. White......Pkt. 10 

Comtesse de Chambord. Large; yellow...................... 

Maximum Perfection. Magnificent, large white flowers of 
splendid substance, 4 to 6 inches across.. A compact, 
bushy plant, 18 inches high; very floriferous. Flowers 
in afew weeks from seed. Highly prized for cutting, 
and lasting in water fully a week. Very effective 
TOY. SALAM ic ectncccececo tee res: 10 


CHRYSANTHEMUMS. 


DOUBLE PERENNIAL VARIETIES. 


Will produce blooming plants the first 
season if sown early. 
Chinese Double, Choicest Mixed 
Colors. Large double flowers with in- 
CULLVEG POGAlS!e..<.0:--c-esseetees eens Pkt. 15 
Japanese Double, Choicest Mixed. 
Immense double flowers with long 
twisted: petals... c.--2...2--sceseanerss LS 
**Ostrich Plumed,’”’ Choicest Dou- 
ble Mixed. Petals covered with 
IRAN S Eeeees ce sae nsec: cose enero cones eee S002 Us 
Pompone-flowered, Choicest 
Mixed. Medium-sized flowers com- 
PACUYysCOUDIC TS Se. csssesteeseetaseeeeeee 15 
Delaux’s Early-flowering, Choicest 
Mixed. New class, that bloomseveral 
weeks earlier; they are mostly of the 
Japanese type, but of dwarf and branch- 
ing habit and very abundant bloomers. 
GS CACC By eee ase cence coe oaeae nee onene ences 15 


The collection of above 5 Perennial 
Chrysanthemums, 1 packet each, 65 cts. 


CENTROSEMA, 0R 
BUTTERELY PEA. 


A hardy perennial vine of exquisite } 
beauty. The plants grow 7 to 8 feet in 
a season, and the first season from seed 


jects when grown in pots trained to a jy 
fancy trellis, though the garden is their Jp 
congenial home. i 
Centrosema. Purple, feathered | 


SW Ete: cence ee ae Pkt. 10] 
— Pure white, new.................... 15 


Magnificent and indispensable flowering | 
a plants for spring decoration for the con- 
servatory or window garden. The flowers 
measure 2 to 3 inches across, are of white, blue, 
violet and crimson shades, covering the plant 
with a sheet of bloom. 


Warieties.. | (SC@VCUts)cenccsscasees- case cnsosrecssssecsss Pkt. 25 

Double Large-flowering, Mixed...... 
Cineraria Maritima. (‘* Dusty Milier.’’) : 
for ribbon-planting, vases, hanging baskets, etec.; leaves silvery 
gray; although perennial it is usually grown as an annual, 
UST O OLacrocevcosscnccsen cece snerccenseccnononscdsnccatecsst ern ceemeieseenes 5 


wee CLARKIA. #2 


Charming annuals for flower beds. The flowers of rose, white, red, purple, etc., borne in 
profusion during thesummer. 


Double, Mixed. Including many sorts, 1 to 2 feet...........2...cccccccsscseceecossersercecccnens Pkt. 5] 


HARDY ... 
CLEMATIS, perenniAc CLIMBERS. 


Paniculata. Oneof the finest. Of robust habit, and covered from the ground to the 
summit with pure white, fragrant flowers, freely produced, completely hiding the foliage. 
The flowers are followed by pretty seed pods of bronzy red, 12 feet ............000...... Pkt. 10° 

Large-flowering, Mixed (Jackman’s). Flowers 3 to 4 inches across, of charming 
shadeslofiblue; whitespurple; ete:, 10 tom?) feetirrr.c-1....cavacorewctssn es saccecc coemermeetes eee 10. 

Flammula. Fragrant white feathery flowers, in clusters; admired for i ace, 25 to 
SOTCCT er eee avi cawtccaccbce seve ses nansdadecevwaccassoesetetesccrsstneuese een entene See 5 


ze CLEOME PUNGENS. 22 


“Giant Spider Plant.’”’ This is a showy annual plant, producing curious heads of 
flowers of bright rose color with long antenne-likestamens, Ofeasy cultivation, blooming 
early untililatey4-to Seer... sw... o-.\sc..ssmorencnntets«nnenach aw acnsncecnanncamnsnrssenchetsmessvccrseatees Pkt. 35© 


xe COLLINSIA. 2%» 


Mixed Colors. Free-flowering, summer-blooming annuals of great beauty, for massing 
and mixed flower borders; great variety of color—white, purple and crimson predom- 
IN ATMS MGTOV 2 MCC oe oececceccucesectecncccneranetccest orem rasee er eecetstrenne eee er eens cen tren eee tetas Pkt. 53 


PETER HENDERSON &CO.,NEW YORK: 


Elegant, rapid-growing climbers, attaining a height of 20 to 80 feet. Can be grown in the garden in summer 
or in the greenhouse or conservatory in winter. Their luxuriance renders them particularly desirable for cover- 
ing arbors, walls, ete.; flowers large and bell-shaped. (See cut.) 


Ny 


Cobza Scandens, Blue.... Bi a UALR LR cebcocnaosasscasseconaacccarroaconononoock: oaeeasNcnoStALaceO Pkt. 10 
“San Salvador’’ Cobea (Cobia macrostemma). ‘The foliage is of bright y 2 , and the flowers strik- 
ingly effective with long stamens. Itis a very rapid grower, and, although a perennial when used as a green- 
house climber, can be treated as an annual for the garden in SUMMEL .....ccccccceeeeseeeesneecessseeersseeeeentees socmon0s00%0 15 


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Plants with richly colored foliage of maroon, green, crimson, yellow, ete. For groups on lawns and ribboning 
they are indispensable, and also valuable for pot culture. Although perennials, they attain perfection from 
seed the first season. 1 to 8 feet. 


Fine Hybrids, 11082 | occnanonoqoodadoneneonhaccanoaescaseceqaancenenacienenbodacinonccodaacsaqnoodasacnco as nAFEoaTecquGRMoNADeA | OsnonOuAecteE Pkt. 15 
Large-leaved Fringed Coleus. Extremely large leayes, the edges of which are deeply cut and fringed. 
The colors are especially fine, embracing combinations of markings entirely NEW........6c.ccccceeceeeeeeee neeseewnresees 25 


Regal Giant. Attains the gigantic height of about six feet, with enormous leaves; the colors and marking's 
are diversified and beautiful; the leaves have inflated or undulating spots on the edges, as if they were en- 
circled with pearls Sa nF HOO OGRCDECOSUTE SCC DOO HOODOO OOHODCO UCD COO ICO DH LAL 

seeds ofeach), 50 cts. 


Collection of6 large-leaved Coleus ( 


> 
pe ae [ [ INSI Mixed Colors. Free-flowering, summer-blooming annuals of great beauty, for 
” ws Zpp~r Sok ry massing and mixed flower borders; great variety of color—white, purple and 


pwr gis crimson predominating 1 tO Difeet coro... ss scccssrecssersenasscredovscttsocdscossccsnseccs Pkt. 5 


CCOCCINEA INDICA A remarkably pretty annual 
¢ climber; foliage ivy-like, 

bright and luxuriant; never 

: troubled with insects; small flowers followed by numerous fruits 
2 inches long, which turn to brilliant scarlet, spotted with 
WHITES Ojlitaieasccenstenmercncss-sctecteremrcse a usmeateveceesuecsuce Pkt. 10 


GONVOLVULUS MINOR, = 


@2 O52 D]O0R BUSH MORNING GLORIES, 
Mixed Colors. These grow only about 1 foot 
high; the flowers are freely borne, and, if pleas- 
ant, remain open allday. Plant spreads with 
regularity in all directions for about 2 feet, 
and a bed of them is a beautiful object 
throughout the summer’........-.0.....ceeee Pkt. 5 


GONVOLVULUS MAJOR, 


OR ‘CLIMBING MORNING GLORIES.’’ 

Climbing plants; unequaled for rapidity 
of growth and profusion of bloom; an- 
nuals attaining a height of 30 to 50 feet. 


Say, Os 


DOUBLE-FLOWERING CONVOLVULUS 
OR MORNING GLORIES. y 


: oFtaven OOTTON. 


Identical with our Southern 
Cotton, excepting the foliage 
on most of theplants is beau- 
tifully variegated, green, 
white, red and yellow. Large 


‘yellow flowers, followed by White........... Pkt. 5 i Pkt.5 
pods of white downy lint. Rose....... 206 ro te) 
Price, per pkt., 10c. Blood-red............ 3 5 


Double-flowering Morning Glories, 
Mixed Colors. There will be several 
other colors and varieties of markings in 
this mixture. (See cut.).......c..:0000 Pkt.15 
Collection of single Morning Glories, 6 
separate colors, 25 cts.; 12 separate colors, 
40 cts. 


COoOSmoOos. 


Mammoth Perfection. 

| The flowers are double the 
size of the old Cosmos; the 
petals are broader, forming a 
perfectly round flower. For 
cutting for bouquets and vases 
this is one of the finest flowers 
grown, lasting in water two weeks; 
thelong stems and feathery foliage 
lend themselves to graceful arrange- 
ments. The plants, 5 to 6 feet high, 
tinted, spotted, etc., are one mass of 
feathery green foliage, zemmed with flow- 
ersof white, pink or crimson, tinted, spotted, 
etc., enlivening the garden long after more 
tender flowers have succumbed to early frost. (See 
cut.) Mixed Colors......................0..0.. . Pkt. 10 

Crimson.................0..00 Pkt. 10| Pink coon 2!) . 2 

(White Pearl. Snow-white, 10 | Ordinary Mixed Colors (large-flowering).............c00000 cioCCHRREErO 5 


Dwarf Yellow Cosmos. This forms a spreading branched dwarf plant, about 1 foot high; the flowers, 
about 1% inches across, are star-shaped and of a rich golden yellow; a remarkably free bloomer, a per- 
fect mass of bloom until killed by frost. ...............c0eccseeeeeee (or cacan COE BO ECC CEB EGS ACO SER OSCOCOTCOOC USC AGOC OOOO OCSD Pkt.10 


Frowerna . “COSMOS. 


The Cosmos has developed into one of 
our most beautiful garden annuals, and 
has been appropriately called ‘* The Glory 
of Autumn.’ Unfortunately they do not 
bloom until quite late, and sometimes in 
colder northern States early frost catches 
them before they are fully in flower. This 
new strain of early-flowering Cosmos, 
which we have been working up for several 
years, begins to bloom scatteringly in 
June, the quantity increasing gradually 
until August, and from that time until 
frost the plants are a mass of flowers. 
The plants are dwarfer than the late flower- 
ing Cosmos, forming compact bushes only } 
4feet high. The colors are white, crimson { 
and pink, which we offer only in mixture. 
(See cut.) Price, L5c. per pkt. 


Do not forget to avail 
yourself of our 
PREMIUM OFFER 
on page 6. 


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EARLY-FLOWERING COSMOS. 


(We deliver FREE anywhere in the 0. $. az7ecs.t2, all VECERRABLE SEEDS) FLOWER crn 


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Zaz CYCLAMEN, couse. 


These are among the most beautiful winter and spring flowering plants for the window and 
greenhouse. Not only are the flowers of striking beauty, but the foliage is also highly orna- 
mental. The colors range through shades of pink, crimson, white, spotted, ete. Most of them 
are, moreover, delicately fragrant. (See cut.) 

Persicum,  EANeSt; DILZEM COOLS ecccccenevscnsessccecsesrectcnecessncurcsccsuccsvucssneceneusvcnevteeetees PEG 10 


GIANT PERSIAN CYCLAMEN. 


Flowers of extraordinary size, and of great substance. The leaves are proportionately 
large and beautifully marked. ; 


WHI GO cccscreessceecne ee oce eee eras fences 25 White, Spotted Red... 25 
White, with Red Eye .. 25 Dark Blood-red.. 25 
FROSO eres recevevsctencrereene ete ase nee anaes 25 Mixed Colors 20 


The collection of 5 named varieties, $1.00. 


CREPIS, or «HAWK’s BEARD.” 


Mixed Colors. Pretty dwarf annuals, deserving a place in every garden, of easy culture, 
blooming in profusion; excellent for cutting. 1 f00t..............ccceceeeeeee eoaccoecee Dessesceccsssel KUstmOD) 


CROTOLARIA RETUSA. 


(Golden Bush Pea or Florida Rattlebox.) 


A beautiful annual, with rich golden yellow Sweet Pea-like 
flowers, often 40 blossoms on one spike. It blooms profusely 
throughout the summer and until killed by frost. It is a low, 
branching plant. The flowers are followed by pods, in 
which, when shaken, the seeds sound like a child’s rattle. 
It is best to start the seeds in the window or hot-bed, first 
soaking them in warm water. Price, 10c. per pkt. 


CYPRESS VINE. 


Summer-climbing annuals, with feathery foliage and 
star-shaped flowers, borne in clusters. 15 to 20 feet. 
White 
Scarlet. 
Rose... 
Be Le a eo REE EERE CRRA EEOC EDERECREEEC 


DATURA. 


Strong-growing ornamental annuals, with very 
large and showy flowers, making handsome plants, 
2 to 3 feet high, for flower beds or borders. 
§‘Cornucopia.’’ A magnificent variety; stems 

dark purplish maroon, The flowers average 8 

inches long by 5 inches across the mouth, the 

interiors being glistening French white, with 

purple exteriors, Delightfully fragrant..Pkt. 10 
‘Ebony and Gold.’’ Dark purplish stems. The 

flowers average 8 inches long by Sinches across 

the mouth, and are formed of 2 to 3 flowers 
growing one within the other, the interiors 
being rich golden yellow, contrasting with the 

shiny purplish black exterior.......... 0 
Doubie Golden. (Chlorantha fl. pl.) Large 

double golden yellow flowers; very fragrant...5 
Fastuosa fl. pl. Double mixed colors.............5 


CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM. 


DAHLIA. ?°Vagienes. 


Although perennials, these will flower freely 
the same season from seed. 4 to 6 feet. 
Choice Double Mixed. Many colors.Pkt.10 
Pompone,DoubleMixed. Small flowering.10 
Cactus Dahlia, Mixed Colors. Double 
flowers, the petals being quilled and curved 
loosely and gracefully arranged in large 
double oval heads of bloom - 10 

: 


Tom Thumb Cactus Dahlias. 


Dwarf and compact, attaining a height of 
only 2% feet. The flowers are double, of the — 
Cactus style. Mixed Colors............-.. Pkt. 15 


SINGLE DAHLIAS. | 


From their grace and beauty are much used for — 
cut flowers; handsome bedding plants, flowering 
in great profusion in a large variety of colors. 

Seed sown in spring will produce plants thatbloom — 
from August until frost. 2 to 4 feet. 
Single Large-flowering, Mixed. Many colors; — 
self-striped and spotted.................c.escceccecerencee Pkt. 5 
Tom Thumb Dahlias. Little compact bushy 
plants, only about 12 inches high by 24 inches across. 
They produce, in great abundance, flowers in the most 
unique and exquisite colors and combinations............ 10 
Giant Perfection. This splendid strain surpasses all 
4 other varieties in enormous size of flowers, which measure 
LC from 4 to 5% inches across. Mixed Colors...............:000 15 


DE LPH IN I UM, or ‘Hardy Larkspurs.”’ 


Handsome and well-known hardy perennials, with splendid flowers 
and curiously cut leaves; for permanent beds and borders they are 

indispensable. (See cut.) 

Grandiflorum flore pleno. Flowers in long spikes, very double, and of rare beauty for 
cutting. Charming colors, ranging through shades of blue from porcelain and white to 
WIOlEG (SCG CTU Ea) as concn ctee ses esscucteestecccanbancrecceccecvensctonsveenstrmnsseucnencectedsreeeanas nant otame teeters Pkt. 15 

Zalil (‘Hardy Yellow Larkspur’’). Sulphur yellow, plant of branching habit, bearing spikes 
of 40 to 50 blossoms, each 1 inch in diameter, flowering from June until Aug. 3 to 4 ft...10 


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3 ha 


Le Mastodonte (‘‘Giant Bee Larkspur’’). Large blue flowers. 3 to 6 feet...................2005 10 
Formosum. Blue, white centre. 2 to 3 feet.....0......ccceececeecceceeeeeener sovesetuactee ten Nene eer ace sens 5 
Pillar of Beauty (D. formosum ce@elestinum). An unusually pretty color—a delicate azure 

or sky blue, so bright and pretty a shade that it has to be seen to be appreciated............. 10 


Nudicaule. Large scarlet flowers. 1% feet 3 a ; 10 
Finest Mixed Single Hybrids........................... 
(For annual varieties, see Larkspu 


DIGITALIS, or FoxG Love. 


Hardy perennial plants of the easiest culture; long spikes of large showy flowers, ranging 
through shades of purple, white, rose, yellow; some beautifully spotted. 3 to 5 feet high. 
MME ixe di Colors iite-cccsseccesescscencescreseeces Pkt. 5 Spotted Varieties, Mixed............. Pkt. 10 
Monstrosa, Mixed. Long spike of many flowers surmounted with one enormous flower; 
novel’and'beautifals, ((See@vcut:)\:...:-.<-ce-coececnercnsccccnccessaccccensesssacchnsrncecstch cee cesessere nce eee araemsene 10 
DOLICHOS The Egyptian or Hyacinth Bean; annual climbing plants of rapid 
¢ growth, bearing large clusters of showy flowers. 10 feet. 
DELPHINIUM GRANDIFLORUM FL, PL. WMEAKO Gl COLOT SS iecrcesecsccestccssoceccnsrcnss ter ee ene e eee eT E eee eR Tec oetee cree eeneseeccacerenens Dectn cen teeta rretenare Pkt. 5 


rs, page 103.) 


99 


wanual DIANTHUS OR PINKS. 


The family of ‘‘ Pinks”’ is unrivaled for brilliancy and rich variety of color; 


i 
—* PINK.c= | . | 
i qs the plants are bushy, of symmetrical form—blooming so profusely as to almost 


=== 5 : J 4 uninterruptedly cover the plants until late in autumn, rendering them one of the 
| y y "| most beautiful and satisfactory of all annuals for summer flower gardens, 

Height, about 1 foot. 

Chinensis fi. pl., Mixed Colors. Double China or Indian Pink. 1 foot. Per 


ZAKS OCrrentiasteecenses “en 9p 0oTdad ano OHO CCOSSSADSCONoALOSCHBpoEboODANEACoaDoOoREoCCTHOcHgcHoODoNODgAsaCoERA Pkt. 5 
Heddewigii fl. pl., Mixed Colors. Double Japan Pink, large flowers. Per 

OY 265) (BX Ore aecab00 202000000000 0G O0CARECINOUEICOOCI3050000100000700000 D000), LO NUCODONECACOORGONROLEICOSHOSC -ABAGOCSDcOSoES 5 

MPN\'| Double Diadem, Mixed Colors. (Diadematus fl. pi.) Splendid large double 
i flowers of many colors, each hieroglyphically edged and marbled in the most 
CHANMINGHASHLO Ne wedcereyccceccensenctstecmecenanctecseeneensenescacsencinuredestnensetececsresverssarsaceres 5 


Double Snowflake. Pure white; large double fringed flowers of perfect form..10 
Fireball. Densely double flowers of large size and of marvelously rich and 
brilliant velvety red.............c.secscsseseneescececeeees 0 
White Frill, or Mourning Cloak. Double flowers of large size, of rich and 
unique colors; rich purple, Maroon, almost velvet black, and sharply edged 
\ \ with clear white, making a strikingly beautiful CONtTASt..............cccee seco nee eeeeeeD 
aS ” IN ZA \ Double Striped and Fringed, Mixed Colors. These are particularly grand. 
SS 


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ANAS 
| ae ts 7 Ge 
sie \ S 4 es, ii ay : WN A\ | The immense flowers are very double, deeply fringed at the edges and of many 
AS) : y ‘ WAY NY %. = j Ny WH exquisite colors, all of which are charmingly striped with some other color...10 
; : = AS \ 5 > **Crown of Perfection.’’ The flowers are immense, averaging 6 inches in 
a) / i a - Mrs = circumference, are densely double, and are produced in perfect succession dur- 
= f Yj 4 & i SS ing the whole summer and autumn in such numbers as fairly to crowd each 
(PA “i. AY om Affe other forroom. There is a wonderful diversity of colors, 
LS EZ QWEe from purest satiny white to red shades, deep and 
URANO Bee = 
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intensely brilliant; soft pinks and flesh tints, and 
a large proportion of flowers hieroglyphically 
marked with various hues, the delicate 
; Ben, My tints and deep tones mingling in ex- 
ZN : AMI SIZ p ‘y quisite contrast; mixed colors. (See 


Ni A aell s 


PERFECTION’ 
oF TION” py, 


ght.’’ Beauti dvery 
distinct. The whole plant, stems, 
branches and flower buds are 
black and leaves dark green. 
The flowers are very double 
and wonderfully rich in 
coloring, almost black, 
the high lights glowing 
with a surface bloom 
of velvety claret 
MATOOD... ...ceseeeeeee 10 
Imperialis rubro- 
striata fl. pl. 
very beautiful va- 
riety; large double 
flowers of rich 
blood-red ground 
eolor, irregularly 
striped and splash- 
ed with white and 
pink—differing 
from other striped 
varieties, he 
ground colors of 
whieh are white..10 
Collection of 6 dis- 
tinct double annuat 
Dianthus, 25¢.; 12 
varieties, 20c. 


™eteua. PINKS 
ANNUAL ° 
Flowers very large, 2 inches and over 
across, and freely produced and of the 
richest colors and finely fringed. (See cut.) 
Heddewigii, Mixed Colors. Single 
Japan Pinks. A magnificent strain of 
Pinks, the flowers averaging 2 to 3 
inches across, broad and round, and 
of many exquisite colors; blotched, 
splashed, spotted in indescribable con- 
fusion. Per oz., 60¢...... SECLEORCERSS Pkt. 5 
“‘Salmon Queen.’’ The flowers are 
large, well formed and nicely fringed, 
and ofa very distinct brilliant salmon 
color, changing into a rosy salmon...10 
Little Gem, or the Bride. Itformsa 
plant only 6 inches high, which is almost 
smothered with charming flowers. Color, 
an exquisite combination of wine red, suf- 
fused and veined with a rosy earmine and 


broadly margined with white. (See cut.).10 Remember when 
Snowflake. Pure snow-white flowers of large ordering to select 
size, exquisitely fringed...............-...ccscecueeceaee 5 your Premium. 


Eastern Queen. Immense single flowers, beau- See our offer on 


tifully fringed, marbled and suffused with car- 


mine rose, mauve and lilac..................55 eopncocdech 5 
Crimson Belle. Magnificent large single fringed 
flowers of lustrous velvety crimson.................6.00008 5 


Fringed Hybrids. A new cast of colors, shades vary- 
ing from blush-white to deep rose, tinged with salmon, 
and ornamented with a garnet zone around the eye....... 

“*Glare of the Garden.’’ Grand, immense single fringed 
flowers, fully 3 inches across, of the richest, most brilliant 
velvety scarlet crimson. One of the showiest and most gorgeously 
effeétive garden annuals in our grounds the past season.................8 0 

Laciniatus, Mixed Colors. Finest single fringed sorts. Per oz., 60c....5 


HARDY DIANTHUS OR PINKS. 


Highly valued for the great beauty and fragrance of their flowers. These make splendid bushy plants, 
from 1 to 2 feet high, unrivaled for permanent beds and borders. 

Gardnerianus, Double Mixed. (Double Hardy Garden Pink.) Warge fringed flowers....... Pkt. 5 
Plumarius, Double Mixed. (Double Pheasant’s-eye Pink.) Double-fringed flowers; fragrant, and 
of white, crimson or purple shades, spotted and variegated, 9 to 12 inches high 1 
Plumarius, Single Mixed. (Feathered Pheasant’s-eye Pink.) Large single fragrant flowers of 

DEaMtiincolonspandainelvalrin Led acessesesecesasttereeesteeesereseseemtess neste ranasases oecatccere erecta thee cee 5 


HARDY “CYCLOPS” PINKS. 


Cyclops Pinks. This magnificent new strain of Pinks produces an entirely new series of colors of 
unapproachable beauty, exquisite combinations of colors, the predominating shades being delicate 
rose, flesh pink, copper color, salmon, wine red, white, crimson, etc., the beauty being further enlivened 
by a large eye-lik¢ zone of velvety blood-red; clove-like perfume. The blossoms are round and fully 6 
inches in circumference, borne in wondrous amplitude from May until frost. The plants, sturdy and 
vigorous, will bloom the first season if the seeds are sown reasonably early. Single varieties. Mixed 
COLOTS eal IS CENCE) hecercecterccns oe coaee meester eect en seston ces ence ee eae cc : 

DoubleiCyclops Pinks.) | Mixecdycolorsrevesc.scrct seen eee eee fe eneee seune wunie neu basentuenonuns PonPTe 


E M E M B E that we do not longer supply our Seeds through dealers, store- 
keepers, etc. They are genuine only when direct from us. 


HARDY DIANTHUS, ‘‘CYCLOPS.”’ 


—e 


SCHSCHOLTZIA, Woesvaresmoneourmost exnsitt 


and popular annuals, being of the 
easiest culture and giving great 
satisfaction. They commence to bloom within a few weeks’ time from spring-sown seed 
and continue to flower profusely until late in the autumn, forming nice bushy plants, 1 


foot high. (See cut.) 
SINGLE VARIETIES. 
Cross of Malta. (Maritima.) Bright yellow, with a broad, dark orange cross ; 


LIBERAL 
PREMIUMS 


are offered 
on page 
6. 


foliage silvery gray Pkt. > 
Californica. Sulphur yellow, with orange centre..............2.....0...0-+- 5 
Mandarin. Large flowers of a bright scarlet; inner side rich orange.. saues 
Finest: Mixed. Singles Per'oz:))25C)...esecsses ere ee teeta ane ee een eteneenne =e 5 
DOUBLE VARIETIES. 
Double White. (Californica alba Aypl)) -...src-cssseccccunovesscctesccadserso= == Pkt. 5 
Double Yellow. (Crocea fi. pl.)................. S 
Double Mandarin. Interior a rich orange yellow, feathered toward the 
edges with lemon; the outside is orange red..................0.ccsteceeeceerecereeeees 10 
Double Mixed Colors. Per 02Z., 50C.....-....:::sesscccccccccesseeececececeueeeeetsesees 5 


to 2 feet high, for the flower 


Exceedingly beautiful annuals, 
All l ARDIA 5 making very showy plants, 1 


SOMA garden. Grown in masses they 
are especially effective ; large flowers, 2 or 3 inches across, produced 
from early Summer until frost; unrivaled for cutting. (See cut.) 


1 Amblyodon. Rich blood red..Pkt.5 | Gloire de Paris. Salmon..,..Pkt.5 
Aurora. Gold,crimson and white..5 | Flower of Gold. Rich yellow.......5 
/ Sun Kissed. Gold and scarlet...... 5 | Illumination. Red, bordered white,5 


/ Collection ofabove-named 6 varietie. 


Mixed Single Varieties 2 
Lorenziana, or Double flowering. Large round heads, composed of 30 
to 50 flowers, of orange, claret, amaranth, sulphur,ete. (See cut No. 2.)..........5 
James Kelway. (Perennial.) The most beautiful variety grown; immense 
flowers, often 514 inches across, of dazzling crimson scarlet, with narrow goldedge. It 
is a hardy perennial variety, flowering 
z abundantly until frost. A grand garden 
iM M MY. EScuscHorrzia, plant, 2 feet high by 2 feet through..20 
\ J Wize! 


GEUM ATROSANGUINEUIM FL. PL. 


Showy hardy perennial, with brilliant 
searlet double flowers borne in clusters 
on long stems; fine for cutting. 1% 
TCOU rece he sacsencaccunscorcenscrecstnscenscee Pkt.10 


Geranium. 4!tovg® perennials, 


they will produce nice 
bushy plants and flower from seed sown 
the sameseason. Theheads of gorgeous 
flowers, of many shades of color, borne 
continuously, render this one of the 
most popular plants grown, either for 
pot culture in winter or for bedding out 
insummer. 12 to 18 inches high. 


Echinocystis 
Lobata. (Climbing Wild Cucumber.) 


A rapid, luxuriant-growing annual 
climber, very useful for quick effects. 30 
to 50 feet........... 5 


Euphorbia Variegata. 


(Snow on theMountain.) Alargerobust- 
growing annual with very ornamental 
green foliage, striped with white. 2 to 4 


f 


a ly, 
Va 


PCOLisescccssrsterccessenasvens:corseteecsnctensecneaet Pkt. 5 (See also Pelargonium on page 108.) 
1 Single Mixed Zonale........... Pkt. 10 
Euphorbia Heterophylla. Gold and Brouseteaved! Mixed.15 


(Annual Poinsettia, Mexican Fire Plant 
or Fireonthe Mountain.) Anannualbushy 
plant, with highly ornamental leaves, which 
in summerand autumn become blazed with 
a darker fiery red scarlet, so that only a 
tip of greenisleft. Also valuable as a pot 


Apple Scented. Leaves delightiully 
fragrant; highly prized for bouquets.15 


Gilia MIXED COLORS. Profuse- 
* blooming and handsome 
dwarf hardy annuals, for 


COM | 


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plant. 3 to 4feet..............00.......0000 Pkt.10 massing in flower beds. 
Ferns Greenhouse Varieties, e : AI} \4 : Oss 12 inehens 

* Mixed. Graceful conservatory } INA Fy j\¥ G,e:* mS J Fo RES 
or window plants. 6in. to 2 feet...Pkt. 10 |e. "Ti EW = - f 


DBO SF 


4q Mixed Colors. Choice double 
Fuchsia. andsinglesorts of this elegant 
pot plant; tender perennial. 1 to 2ft. Pkt.10 


PETE 


Globe Amaranth “Bachelor's Buttons ” and the ‘‘amaranth” of the poets. 
* They areannuals, forming bushy plants about 2 feet high, 

and bearing sometimes several hundred flowers of either purple, white or striped. 
Very ornamental assummer-blooming plants, and indispensable as “‘everlastings.” 
MXC ANCOLOLS ihc nsecce cose anteneceeceetees oo reteeeaseocees Shes eletn Wa iavess eee oe eee Pkt.5 
Nana Compacta, Mixed. Pyramidal plants, only a few inches high, one 
mass of flowers; pretty for EdZINGS OF POTB.........1....decsecnqesscosencceccescscesteecescesD 


Most charming greenhouse plants, of 
G! O K INI 5 dwarf habit. Their flowers are pro- 


duced in greatest profusion, and of 
the most exquisite and gorgeous 

colors, many of which are magnificently spotted, mottled and blended. 
Under the commonest culture they bloom continuously for months. 1 
foot. (See cut.) 


‘ = ‘ Produce flowers of extraordinarily large dimen- 
Giant-flowering. sions. Our seed is saved 


from “only strikingly 
beautiful flowers measuring from 414 to 5 inehes across. The colors are rich 
and varied in the extreme. 


‘ Summer-flowering bulbs of gorgeous beauty; grown from seeds, 
Gladiolus. saree 


they produce blooming bulbs the second summer. 3 feet. 


Gandavensis hybrids, mixed. Many beautiful varieties .........c cee cece Pkt. 10 
TiemOoinel PHY PLAS Wray eee oes eae wae de cnasan duvscccenomeesereseeean te oeeies ; 


Goff's Grand “Transformation’’ Gladiolus Seed. 


This new cross-bred Gladiolus seed may be expected to produce some marvelously 
beautiful and enormously large flowering Gladiolus. The cream of the best and most 
distinct of the new Lemoinei, Childsii, Nanceianusand Gandavensis types. Packet, 25c. 


GODETIA. 


Exceedingly handsome and showy annuals, of dwarf, compact 
growth, about 1 foot high, bearing freely large flowers 3 to 4 inches 
across, of exquisite colors and shades that glisten in the sunlight 
like satin. (See cut.) P 


PUI OS GRIME COL ers sane eas isch resin ss stsacesusvscecaennsacecameteccessteccsese Pkt. 5 
Collection of Godetias, 6 separate varieties, 25 cts. 
GOURD Summer climbers of exceedingly rapid growth and 

e luxuriant foliage, forcovering arbors, etc.; they bear 
fruits known as ‘‘ Ornamental Gourds,”’ which, when allowed to 
ripen on the vines, can be kept for months as curiosities. 10 to 
30 feet. 

The Chinese Loofa, Sponge or Dish Rag. Large yellow flowers 
followed by long green fruits, which form inside a tough fibrous 
mass, and when seeds and shell are removed is popular for bath- 
ing, being much superior to asponge and more durable...... Pkt. 

Dipper-shaped....................... Se CCOOCOORERERiacopOFaNONCEARDCOSSHNaBS 080 

Japanese White Nest Egg 

Hercules’ Club. Green fruits, 2 to 5 feet long.... 

Serpent Gourd. Carmine fruits, 3 to 6 feet long.. 

Mixed, ornamental varieties e063 

Collection of 12 separate Gourds, 50 cts. 


GOLDEN RO America’s National Flower. The favorite 
e wild yellow beauty; hardy perennial, 
2 to 3 feet........ ooceine: oconoenccoacnoacccune: Raaucnetscntesassccc ssc: Pkt. 5 


GREVILLEA ROBUSTA. (:S!8.0°% 4° 


CUTOUT OU 


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GODETIA. | eats 
Stacetul foliage wnlehly valued age decorative S GU NEA SPLENDENS 
plant or he able, and when large for tropi- HEUGHERA AN ] 
De Ree ge Ria re aD Scarlet Alum Root. Thisis one of the most Bea vaitat and 


thoroughly satisfactory hardy perennials grown, and should be 
inevery garden. The plants are dwarf and compactly branch- 
ing, and of very robust constitution. The foliage is evergreen. 
The flowers are fiery coral-red, shading to intense crimson 
scarlet. They are borne on graceful spikes, usually about 
two feet high, and in such extravagant abundance that, 
seen in the sunlight, a plant in perfection of bloom actually 
dazzles the eye with its matchless brilliancy. The long 
duration of bloom is remarkable; for several weeks the 
plants retain their full wealth of undimmed splendor. 
Their rich effect in the garden is unapproachable, while 
for cutting purposes the spikes of bloom are graceful 
and charming. This Heuchera is easily grown in 
almost any soil, though it delights in an abundance 

of sunlight and a plentiful supply of moisture at 

the roots......... Bo neisgbacene BOCOSECE IO COSOIGQN000cN0F Pkt. 15 


HELIGHRYSUM Very showy summer- 
¢ blooming annuals; of 
free growth and producing in abundance flow- 
ers large, full and double, in shades of white, 
yellow, crimson, etc. ; not only very hand- 
some as garden plants, but valuable as an 
“everlasting ’’ for winter bouquets. 1 to 


GYESOBHILA. es, beat 
¢ annual of com- 
» pact growth for edgings; flowers 
pink, 11% feet....... Coneecconccecenas Pkt. 5 
Paniculata. A graceful hardy 
plant, fine for cutting for bou- 
quets; flowers in feathery white 
panicles, 11% feet .........ceeeeeees 5 


HELIOTROP Deliciously 
e fragrant 
flowering plants, growing 
about 1 to 2 feet high; great 
favorite for pot culture in the 
winter or bedding out in sum- 
mer; large umbels of purple, 
lilac or white flowers are con- 
tinuously borne. 

Finest Mixed.... 

Queen of Night. Rich, black 
WG ple saecsseascetcsccacceesacs aeceeeene . 10 

White Pearl. Large clusters of 
pearly white fragrant tllowers...10 

Lemoine’s Giant Hybrid. These 


P 5 2 feet. 
are grand improvements, and begin . “ : e « 
to flower early from seed. The clus- Douple Mixed, Large REE 


ters of bloom are immense; many 
measure: 10 to 12 inches across, deli- 
ciously fragrant; colors, lavender, white, 
purple, ete. (See CUE.) .......c..ccccee cecee eens 6 Iss 
Queen Marguerite. The habit is dwarf and 
compact. The branches, hardly 4 inches long, 
produce continually throughout the year immense 
clusters of flowers, often 12 to 14 inches in diameter. 
The delicious perfume of this variety is exceptionally 
rich and spicy; the color of the flowers is of a deep 


Collection of 6 separate colors, 25 cts. 


HIBISGUS or MARSH 
.  MALLOWS. 


Strong-growing plants, of very easy 
culture and exceedingly showy, the 
large cup-shaped flowers frequently measur- 


dark blue...... Qodrage0 oonojeps8Qe005OBODoRORCOOCOOCOO cocoacuecbbauboO0ce 25 “ rats 
ing 6 inches across. 
LLL] i eericanns,! Robust- growing anne Deanne 
° ° showy ers 3 inches across, of creamy ye 
Do not miss our Liberal Premiums on page 6. mith (purple centres 2 fects.) osc a PRES 6 
s La ress Coccineus. Bright scarlet, perennial.................:cceneeeeeeees 10 


Giant Yellow. The flowers attain an enormous size, averaging 
7 to 9 inches across. Color, canary-yellow with a garnet throat...10 
Crimson Eye. A robust grower, with dark red stems and foliage. 
The flowers, 6 to 7 inches across, of purest white, with a large spot 
of deep velvety crimson in the centre of each flower. A well-developed 
plant will produce several hundred flowers in a season. Perfectly 
hardy, blooming the first year from seed in the open ground......... 10 


Te 66 99 Differing from other 

Japanese Hibiscus, MANIHOT.” varctics in its awart, 
spreading pyramidal habit of growth. Seed sown in the spring will 
produce plants 38 to 4 feet in circumference at the ground, tapering, 
cone-shaped, up to 15 or 18 inches in height, and from August until 
frost producing enormous saucer-shaped flowers 3 to 4 inches across. 
Pure white, with a garnet zone around theeye. (See cut.) IP’kt. 15 


HUMEA ELEGANS. sthtropical ettects on the lawn It 1s beau. 


tiful and effective. The minute flowers are borne in immense num- 


JAPANESE 
HIBISCUS, 
“MANIHOT.”” 


bers on long drooping branches. Colors, ruby red, pink and 
crimson, and delightfully fragrant. 4 to 6 feet..........c.cceeeeeeeee Pkt. 10 


HUMULUS JAPONIGUS (“Japan Hop.’’) Rapid summer 
e climber, in 3 or 4 weeks’ time at- 

taining a height of 20 to 30 feet, resembling the common hop, but, 
being an annual, attains full perfection the first season. The foliage 
is luxuriant, making a dense covering. Itis one of the best plants 
for covering verandas, trellises, ete. Heat, drought and insects do 
MOPSELOUMDEhtissstescsecersesscecssceseseucesrsceesasne Seto. aeecice bo Cate ere Pkt. 5 
H. Japonicus, fol. var. (‘ Variegated-leaved Japan Hop.) A 
strikingly beautiful variety of the above. The leaves of rich green 
are blotcked and marked with white and gray..........c.cceeceecsecseceucee 10 


102 


HENCDERSON’S OUBLE HOLLYHOCKS. 


Our Hollyhocks re- 
ceived the highest 
award at the World’s 
Columbian Exposie 
tion, Chicago, 1893. 


Grand summer and autumn flowering plants, 
bearing long spikes of double flowers, 3 to 4 
inches across. Hardy biennial, 5 to 8 feet high. 
The seed we offer has been saved from our unri- 
valed collection of choicest improved double 
varieties. (See cut.) 


Double; Blase eee eee ra eeowee Pkt. 10 
Double Canary Yellow. LG) 
Double Crimson.......... elO) 
Double Deep Rose. 10 
Double Lavender... .10 
Double Light Apricot.. 10 


Double Maroon......... “40 
Double Pink.... 


Double Purple 10 
Double Salmon.. 10 | \ 
Double White... 10 aN al 


bearing large double flowers, the petals being 
beautifully frilled, of a rich wine maroon at 
the base, shading to cherry red and broadly 
edged :withiwhiter.-:2-c..--ceccossonssczsesveccanssansse 1 
Extra Choice Double Mixed. From 


Tokio, A most beautiful Japanese varity, | Qeeegao—AQ = KGa age \SS oi : IN : Zihhinny fll sai 
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MAME SV AVIChles siecccccc-cerecenseoncanacteaceretenaase 10 
Fine Mixed Colors, mostly double, but in- 
cludes a few semi-double and single ............. 5 


Collection of 6 separate double sorts, 50 cts.; or 
the entire set of 13 separate varieties for $1.00. 


NEW HARDY MAMMOTH-FLOWER- 
ING HOLLYHOCKS. 


These exquisitely beautiful Hollyhocks are an 
entire break from the old-style formal flowering 
ones. The flowers of these measure often up to 
5 inchesin diameter, or over 15 inchesin circum- 
ference; but their great merits lie in the wondrous 
delicacy of coloring and texture; the semi-double 
flowers are gracefully composed of fringed and 
crinkled petals, resembling rosettes of daintiest 
crushed satin. The plants are hardy and large 
robust growers; the flowers are not closely 
huddled up, like other Hollyhocks, but gracefully 
and carelessly placed among the large leafy 
branches, which exactly suits the airy style of 
the flowers, showing them off to the best advan- 
tage. Mixed Colors................:ccccceeeeeees Pkt. 25 


MAMMOTH SINGLE YELLOW FIG- 
LEAVED HOLLYHOCK. 


Immense single golden yellow flowers, large 
lobed fig-leai-shaped foliage, strikingly showy: 
‘t.15 
HYACINTHUS CANDICANS. 

Giant summer-flowering Hyacinth, of robust 
growth, producing spikes, 3 feet long, of white 
bell-shaped flowers; 5 feet, bulbs keeping dry 
over winter like a Gladiolus..............0cce-s00e Pkt.5 


ICE PLANT. 


Pretty summer trailing annual for vases and 
rock work; leaves covered with ice-like drops, 4 
PKt.5 


IPOMCA GRANDIFLORA, THE “‘MOON FLOWER” VINE. 


 IPOMCEAS. 


THE MOON FLOWER.— White-seeded. 
(UIpomea grandiflora.) No one who has a trellis 
or arbor to cover should neglect to plant The 
Moon Flower—the most rapid-growing of all 
annual climbing vines. The vines are literally 
covered with thousands of immense, pure white 
fragrant flowers, 2pening in the evening and re- 
maining open until noon the following day, and if 
cloudy, allday, many ofthem measuring overseven 
inches across. Planted in rich ground,in a sunny 
situation, and given plenty of water, the vines 
attain a height of seventy-five feet ............ Pkt.10 

Cross-bred, or Hybrid Moon Flower. This 
variety is of great value for the North, as it is in 
fullbloom fully one month before the W hite-seeded. 
Foliage and flowers vary in form on different 
plants, some flowers being scalloped, others per- 
fectly round, others star-shaped; the foliage also 
varies from the original shape to oak-leaved and 
heart-shaped form............ccc0sseeceseeeceeeeeeees Pkt.10 

Heavenly Blue. Flowers 4 to 5 inches across, in 
large clusters, light blue, with a yellow throat. 
It isalso a splendid conservatory climber..Pkft. 10 

Leari. ‘‘The Blue Dawn Flower.” Although this 
does wonderiully well outside in the summer, yet 
itis generally grown as a greenhouse climber, and 
it is most beautiful, bearing clusters of the most 
lovely sky-blue flowers imagirable, which measure 
fully 5 to 6 inches Across .............0.ceeee-eeeee Pkt. 15 

The Brazilian Morning Glory. (Jpomea Se- 

tosa.) Magnificent summer climbing annual. It 

grows with the greatest vigor and luxuriance. 

The leaves are 8 to 12 inches across, overlapping 

each other and making a dense shade. The vineis 

eovered with short reddish hairs which, with its 
immense leaves and large clusters of curious seed 
capsules, render it highly ornamental. We know 
of nothing better for quickly covering a piazza, 
arbor or tree. The flowers are of a beautiful rose 
color, and are borne in large clusters......... Pkt.10 
The Noonday Glory.’’ (Jpomea sinuata.) A 
lovely and graceful climber. The bell-shaped 
flowers are borne in clusters; color, pure white, 
with wine-red throats. They open at sunrise and 
close at sunset, and are followed by very orna- 
mental seed capsules. Although a tender peren- 
nial vine, yet it will bloom the first season from 
seed, if'started (early. c.cn-csserecperses-vrnveresrect Pkt.10 


Incarvillea Delavayi. IMPATIENS SULTANA. 


(‘Zanzibar orSultan’s Balsam.”’) Most beautiful 
and useful flowering plant, producing waxy bright 
flowers almost continually, winter and summer; 


HENDERSON’S DOUBLE HOLLYHOCES. 


INCARVILLEA 
DELAVAYI. 


Very beautiful new garden plant; in habit is some- 
thing like the Jasminum, with long, flexible branches. 
It forms large fleshy roots the first year, which should 


remain in the ground the next season, and thereafter tender perennial, 1 foot. Rose-colored.......... Pkt.10 
they throw up strong flower stalks 3 feet high, bearing 

large tubular flowers of rosy carmine spotted with KENILWORTH IVY. 

yellow; thethroatis brown. Sometimes the plants will Hardy little climber, clings to walls, ete., and a 
bloom the first seasonif theseedis sowninacold frame valuable trailing plant for hanging baskets, vases, 
very early in thespring. (See cut.) Packet, 25c. LCE SiILONG HCOUiecccenanncccuscecnvarvscercscettosearecnetese Pkt.10 


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Compacta Varieties. 


Little, round, compact plants, 4 to 6 inches high, 
forming little mounds of bloom; splendid for edging, 
beds and ribbon-gardening. 


Erinus Varieties. 


These are indispensable plants for hanging over 
vases and baskets orgarden beds; they produce trail- 
ing branches 6 to 9 inches long, bearing continuously 


flowers of charming blue, white or rose shades. Al- 
though perennials they are usually treated as annuals. 
\Speciosa. Bright blue 5 
\Gracilis. Light blue; slender tra > ae ass 
[Mixed Erinus Varieties. ...............cccccccseeees 5 


Hardy Varieties. 


Tall-growing, hardy perennials withshowy spikes of 
richly colored flowers; for permanent beds and bor- 
ders they are indispensable. 2 to 4 feet. 


‘Cardinalis. (‘‘Cardinal Flower.) Long spikes 
of intense scarlet flowers; one of the most bril- 
liant plantsin cultivation ; suitable for all situa- 
tions, even succeeding on the shady side of a 


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LANTANA. 


Rapid-growing, constant-blooming, tender perennial 
plants for pot culture in the winter or garden decora- 
tion in the summer; clusters of orange, white, pink, ete. 


‘Mixed Colors. 1 to 8 feet.............ccccceeseeeees Pkt. 10 


LAVATERA TRIMESTRIS. 


Tall, robust-growing, bushy annuals, producing 
freely large showy single flowers of rose, white, etc. 


Mixed Colors. 3 ieet.. 


LAVENDER. 


’ An ornamental hardy perennial, bearing long spikes 
of fragrant blue flowers. 1 to 2 feet............0.. Pkt. 5 


LINUM. 


Coccineum. (‘Scarlet Flax.’’) One of the most 
showy annuals in cultivation for flower beds 
and masses; brilliant crimson scarlet flowers, 
1 ineh across, borne in wonderful profusion. 
LOG Lem eee ececientecessssscccesscecesinncenesecs Pkt. 5 


{White Gem. Pure white. (See cut.) ............ Pkt. 10 | 
{Blue King. Dark blue, white centre................... 10 
‘Crystal Palace Compacta. Dark blue; the 
PINES POLIDEO GIN yee sseececaccorececencescassccercaascstacereee 10 
\Gold Leaf, Blue. Golden yellowfoliage and bril- 
liant blue flowers; a contrast of striking beauty 10 
\Mixed Compacta Varieties.................::::see 10 
‘Double Blue. New, dark foliage, double blue 
flowers; of superior stability for bedding......... 15 


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Popular annuals for summer garden decoration; the splendid flowers are of varied colors and are borne on 


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LATHYRUS. 


Latifolius. (Hardy or Everlasting Pea.) 


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Hardy 
climbers, growing 6 to 8 feet high when trained on a 


trellis; the flowers are borne in large clusters. One 
of the hardiest and most easily cultivated of plants. 
The long, leathery roots penetrate to a great depth, 
rendering these plants peculiarly adapted to rough 
places, to scramble overrocksand bushes. (See cut.) 
White.ii.i..32:... Pkt. 10 Red... Pkt. 5 


Delicata. New. rosy flesh Color....cccccsccscsseeeees 15 
Splendens. 


“The Pride of California.”’ Brilliant 


long spikes. Blooming: within a few weeks’ time. 
Branching Larkspur, Mixed Colors. (Con- 
solida Candelabra fl. pl.) This splendid class 
grows 2to3 feet high and bears long spikes of 
flowers onlong stems, rendering them ofexcep- 
tional value for cutting purposes. They are of 
long-continued bloom, keeping upa bright dis- 
play untilcut downbytfrost. (See cut.) Pkt. 10 
Dwarf Rocket, Double, Mixed Colors. 1 ft. 5 
Tall Rocket, Double, Mixed Colors. 244 ft. 5 
Henderson’s Giant Rocket. <A much im- 
proved type, the flowers being larger than the 
old varieties, very double, and the colors very 
beautiful. Mixed Colors..................:cccc0 10 
Scarlet California Larkspur. (Delphiniuin 
Cardinale.) The flowers are borne on long spikes 
and are a br‘.iant scarlet, the petal limbs dis- 


tinet’y yellow. Height, 3 to 4 feet... 15 
(for ‘Perennial Larkspurs,” see Delphinium, 
page 98.) 


Collections of Larkspurs. 


Dwarf Rocket Larkspur, 12 separate sorts.. 
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Branching Larkspur, 6 VArietieS .....ccccceceseeeeesenes 


Dwart Chinese Larkspurs. 
(Delphinium Chinense pumilum.) 


These are exceedingly pretty garden plants of 
branchy compact habit, not over a foot high when 
in bloom. Seed sown in the spring will produce 


| flowering plants by July, and from that time on 


they are covered with flowers, eliciting general 


///| admiration. 
Mixed Colors..........cccsessssesssseecsssssseeeeseeses Pkt. 10 


LUPINUS. 


Annuai Varieties. Strong-growing garden 
annuals, with innumerable spikes of flowers. 


1% to 3 feet. Mixed Colors.................. Pkt. 5 
LYCHNIS. 
Chalcedonica. The scarlet Lychnis, an old 


garden favorite, deserving a place in every 
garden; very hardy, bearing heads of bright 
scarlet flowers. 3 to 4 feet..............cseseeees Pkt. 
Haageana Hybrids, Mixed Colors. Usually 
grown as annuals; of dwarf bushy habit, bear- 
ing flowers an inch or more across in continu- 
ous succession until frost; the colors are par- 
ticularly pleasing and effeetive—from white to 
rich scarlet and many shades of pink. 1 foot. 10 


MATHIOLA BICORNIS. 


(“Night Seented Stock.’’) 


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An annual garden 


plant grown for its delicious perfume, which is 
emitted in the evening and morning, also after a 
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shower. 


LATHYRUS LATIFOLIUS. 


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Double African, Mixed. These annuals are old favorites in our gardens, but haye > 
been greatly improved recently in size and doubleness of flowers. They are very | 
effective for groups and masses. Yellow and orange shades. 2 feet.................Pkt. 5 | 

El Dorado. Immense flowers, 10 to 14 inches around; exceedingly double; quilled | 

like a Dahlia; primrose, lemon, orange and golden shades. 8 feet....... 10° 

Collection of Double African Marigolds, 6 separate colors, 35 cts. 


PRIDE OF THE GARDEN MARIGOLDS.. 


Grand Marigolds. The immense flowers are densely double, 8 to 10 inches 
in circumference, and quilled with the regularity and perfection of a Dahlia. 
A highly meritorious feature is the compact, dwarf habit of the plant, which 
forms dense bushes only 15 to 18 inches high by 2 feet across. For effective 
garden display during the summer and autumn months, nothing can surpass 
the gorgeous masses of color of these grand varieties. (See eut.) 

Canary Yellow Pkt.15 Golden Orange. 
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DOUBLE FRENCH MARIGOLDS. 


Gilt Edge. A new large-flowering variety of robust growth and large and 
more perfectly double flowers, measuring from 3 to 4inches across; color, 


velvety maroon, edged with yellow. (See cut.) .-....2----.-2----eeeeeeeeeee ees Pkt.10 
Double French, Mixed. Yellow, brown and crimson, beautifully striped. 
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Garnet and Gold Lilliput. Compact, bushy plants, only 8 inches high, 

with smallvery double flowers of garnet maroon,edged golden yellow.. 10 

Golden Lilliput. A counterpart oi above, with pure golden yellow flowers 10 
Collection of Double French Marigolds, 6 separate colors, 35 cts. 


SINGLE MARIGOLD, 34%... 


Charming, forming compact little bushes only 5 to 6 inches high. It is 

remarkable for blossoming extremely early and in prodigious abun- 
dance, commencing in June. The flowers are vividly colored golden 
yellow, marked with a large spot of crimson velvet .......... Pkt.10 


GIANT-FLOWERING MAURANDIAS. 


These are grand improvements over the older well- 
known sorts. Theflowers are fully double the size and 
the plants and foliage are correspondingly larger 
and more robust. We had a row of each of the 
colors offered below, growing on 4-foot pea trellis 

\\ in our grounds the past summer, and they elicited 
praise from all visitors; the vines quickly hid the 
trellisfrom view and hung over 3 or 4 feet, search- 
ing for something else to cling to, and were 
thickly studded with flowers nearly as large as 
Gloxinias. The plants from seed sown in spring 
will begin flowering by July and continue until 
frost. Mixed Colors........................... Pkt. 25 


Ordinary Maurandia. Mixed Colors.....10 


MARVEL OF PERU, orZour. 


Beautiful summer-blooming annuals of bushy 
habit, 2 feet high, each plant bearing throughout 
the summer hundreds of large flowers of white, 

yellow, crimson, striped. 
Mixed Colors...................... PeP 02Z.; 25......-- Pkt.5 
Variegated Foliage, Mixed Colors. Foliage 
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Alba Plenissima. (‘‘Double White Feverfew.’’) 
3ushy annual garden plant, bearing quantities 
of white double button-like flowers, useful for 
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MESEMBRYANTHEMUM TRICOLOR. 


Mixed. Dwarf spreading annuals, with large 
showy single flowers of pink or white, succeed- 
ing well in dry situations. 4 foot......... Pkt.5 


..-MIMOSA PUDICA... 


(‘‘Sensitive Plant.’’) Curious annual; the leaves 
instantly close up when touched. A neat plant for ; 
either pot or garden culture. 2 feet................ Pkt. 5 “S,: 


MIGNONETTE. 


This deliciously fragrant flowering plant is the most popular 
annual grown. Mignonette does best in as cool a situation as 
possible. When exposed to the full force of summer heat it begins to form 
seeds, sometimes before the spikes are fully grown; even ournew large-flowering 
varieties under such conditions would not develop their marked improvements. 
Large-flowering. The common sweet Mignonette...... Per 02,., 15........, Pkt.5 
Bird’s Mammoth. Largest variety grown; under proper cultivation the 

spikes average 12 to 15 inches long, are very full and exceedingly fragrant; 

it is not only a splendid Mignonette for garden culture, but for greenhouse 


ANA POt CULTULEs........2.-0..neeceeecesaccasroeerstercesecesccsscnereseneens Per oz., $1.00....... 10 
Parson’s White. Nearly white; strongly scented; long, well-formed spikes. 
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Large White Upright. A biennial variety, flowering the first season, grows 
2 to 3 feet high; the foliage is of a grayish green color; flowers white, on long 
slender spikes; their perfume is very strong when grown in m: 
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Red Victoria. A very fine, distinct, profuse-flowering variety of dwarf, 
branching habit, bearing large and compact trusses of deep red flowers; very 
TUVALA Goteces seas sacateasce seseecrncce ah cactahes oka oot ee tae aes tases ese IPCTSOZ >, lO secscomecenaaes 10 

Miles’ Hybrid Spiral. Flowers white, very fragrant; spikes 8 to 12 inches 
long; plant dwarf and branching Z D asees seen enine 5 

Machet. A dwarf French variety, with broad spikes of very fragrant red 
flowers; one of the best varieties for either garden or pot culture. 
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Golden Queen. Golden yellow flowers; dense dwarf growth. Per 0z., 35..... 5 
‘Machet’s ‘‘ Perfection.’’ The editors of the French Revue Horticole (issue 
of July 16, 1895) state: ‘ Recently we observed at the trial fields of Messrs. 


Machet & Josem, growers, Resedas of their new very large-flowering kind, 
which surpassed everything we have seen. Strong and graceful stems, dressed 
with vigorous foliage, equally branched and crowned with flowers of an 
enormous size and of acontinuous blooming habit, rich color and an intense 
perfume rendered this Reseda so much the superior of its class that we felt it 
deserving of special mention, for the perfection and beauty of this flower we 
have never seen equaled before.” (S€€ CUT.) ......00..ccccccoesencnsnecscecncecsoccssscnses 15 


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Sanguinea. A beautiful annual climber, commences to flower in early * 

t July; and from August until frost the vines are fairly loaded with 

e flowers. The vines grow very luxuriantly to a height of from 20 to 80 a) 

feet; the divided green leaves are somewhat like oak leaves; the flowers— ( 
about an inch across—are borne in large cluster Color, deep blood-red, 
) with a yellowish throat Pkt. 10 
Lobata. Rapid and luxuriant annual summer climber. Flowers 15 to 25 in number, borne on 
graceful spikes. Color, rosy crimson, changing to orange and cream. This should be started in 
pots early in spring and become pot-bound; they will then commence to bloom very young. 15 
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..- MYOSOTIS (Forget=me=not.) 


The popular “ Forget-me-nots.” Bushy plants, 6 to 10 inches high, bearing clusters of lovely small 
flowers. They are perennials and hardy enough to remain in the open ground excepting in very cold 
latitudes, where they should be well protected; but they are generally sown in the fall and wintered win 7» 
over in cold frames, when they will flower early in the spring; if sown early in the house they will flower  &4 
the first season. 

Dwarf Alpine. Compact plants, 4 to 6 inches high, flowering profusely; mixed colors........... Pkt. 10 
Palustris. Large flowering, dark blue, 1 £00t............ccc cc cccecccsteeececuneeeceuneee acca 30) 


|Alpestris, Blue......................c:0ccceecceeeessees Pkt.5 Alpestris, Mixed... co 
|Semperflorens. (Ever flowering.) Flowering from early spring to fall. 6 iMCheS...........::c6ee serene 10 


|Wictoria. Plants round, 5 to 7 inches high, and 16 to 18 inches in circumference; 
|| perfectly covered with large umbels of flowers, remaining in bloom along time. 
—— Blue...........0ceeees ..Pkt. 10 Victoria, Rose 10 
—— White.. ‘ 10 — WMixed.......... 50 
“Water Fairy.’’ A beautiful and immense flowered variety. Grown 
in a moist situation the flower branches attain a length of 1 to 1% 
| feet. The plant is of sturdy habit and grows well in drier 
situations, but for best results a damp situation is preferable. 
The individual flowers are surprisingly large, of a splendid sky- 
blue, with a large dark yellow eye. They are borne in dense 
clusters on their long stems throughout the whole of the 
BUENO Ta GP ARGU tee caves tere -scevert creeenenteereeck-rsenccoses=s Pkt. 15 
“OQBELISK”’ is of quite a new habit, growing luxuriantly 
into an upright pillar-formed plant from 10 to 12 inches 
high. It produces very abundantly pretty, rosy pink 
flowers with yellow eye. (Se@@ CU.) ........0.c0cccccneeecen ees Pkt. 20 
“QUICK AND EVER-FLOWERING.” This variety 
may be treated as an annual and be sown at any time of 
the year, beginning to flower in from 8 to 10 weeks’ time. 
The plants aresturdy, of round, bushy form, 5 to 7 inches 
high by 8 to 10 inches in diameter, and when fully grown 
are perfectly covered with clusters of flowers of the most 
exquisite bright azure blue. Ii the plants are grownin pots 
and removed to the house or conservatory in the autumn, 
they will continue flowering all winter, or, if wintered over in 
the open ground, like other Forget-me-nots, these will be the 
first in bloom. They are particularly valuable for forcing, 
growing in pots and cutting, as well as for garden beds and 
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MOMORDICA. 


“Balsam Apple’ and ‘‘Balsam Pear.” 
Luxuriant annual climbers, with large 
leaves, making dense shade. The flowers 


GIANT-FLOWERING MAURANDIA, 
(See page 104.) 


fl LPVULUS... 


Mimulus make admirable pot plants, and 
equally adapted for beds in the garden, in 
semisunny positions. The coloring and mark- 

ings are rich in the extreme, ranging through 
velvety crimson, Maroon, yellow, white and pink, 
spotted and blotched in a beautiful manner. (See cut.) 


are followed by ornamental, large fruits of Eine weed poten Warleticss: 1 foot.......... foiteieeeeeees se PKt. 5 

orange or copper color, which burst and ose a eur (Musk Plant.) oliage emits a strong musky perfume; 

expose an interior of red, which is highly yellow. 72 100b,.....0.0.... i) 
effective. 15 to 20 feet. (Abyssinian Banana Plant.) A foliag é 

Abyssinii ANANE ant.) # age plant 

Balsamina. (‘‘Balsam Apple.) Orange Musa Ensete. of magnificent proportions; for subtropical 

PIULUS Sere re cect ner ee scen ee eeseseese’ Pkt. 5 massing or as Single specimens they are strikingly effective. Seeds sown 

Charantia. (‘Balsam Pear.’’) Coppery early in the house will produce plants 10 to 15 feet high the first season. 

scarlet-colored fruits Tas (SCEICTUIEE) Retire eeccetttervce rec othcc encase dossectonvens tovcsucacsietereenvidietcasceetee Pkt. 25 

= . = i q Splendid annuals for garden decoration; bright 

4 Nemophila. colored flowers, in shades of blue, white and 

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Affinis. An annual with sweet- 

N ICO IANA. scented, pure white, star-shaped 
flowers, 3 inches across, blooming 

continuallyzmeZzitOromeetihl Shkeenenccteascecststtacensses «ccerasenadteatte sient este Pit. 5 
Giant Red Flowered. Magnificent decorative annual. The foliage is 
luxuriant and tropical in appearance; plants surmounted with 
immense clusters of rich crimson flowers. They grow rapidly, about 
5 feet in height, and commence blooming in July and continue until 
8X0) 5) Brodccocnariccocosedane Cerone HOOOCDOBSOOHECOOUC COC DOSOHOCED DOB ODOC Od aT OC CROCS HOOD oEaCMOCASC AQOND 5 
Colossea. Attains a height of 5 to 6 feet during one summer; immense 
leaves, at first rose and violet, afterward changing to deep green, 
with red nerves. A gigantic and imposing ornamental-foliaged plant 
fomlawns, Pivineyvanieles ant tropicaliettects-.sc.tes.c-ccseresesesene. costs osceorseeaeeeenerc ee tone 25 
Colossea Variegata. A counterpart of the above, excepting about 50 per cent of 


the plants will have leaves beautifully edged with White.............c.ccccceeeeeceeseeseeeees 25 


Fine Mixed. (‘Evening Primroses,” or ‘‘Sun Drops.’’) 
Oenothera. Large showy flowers of various colors; hardy annual. 1 to 


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Oxalis Pretty little half-trailing annuals, for hanging baskets, vases, rock 
e work and edgings, flowering in profusion. 6 to 9 inches. Mixed. 
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NIGELLA, or “Love in a Mist.” 


Damascena, Double Mixed. Pretty annuals, known as “Love in a Mist,” 
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Tom Thumb, Double Mixed. Little One mass of bloom. Plants grow 
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ASTURTIUMS. ror’ sepnix 
N e ...OR BEDDING. 

One of our showiest and most popular annuals, forming compact 
plants, not over 1 foot high, making gorgeous masses of color from 
early summer until killed by frost; succeeding under all weathers and § 
conditions and unsurpassed for garden decoration. (See cut.) 

Oz. Pkt. 

Aurora. Salmon rose, mottled blush white, garnet blotches. 20 5 
Beauty. Light scarlet, splashed canary.... Ke 
Brilliant. This new variety is a handsome sca é ne 

glistening shade—that is well set off by very dark foliage... 20 
Bronze Color. Of a burnished coppery bronze ax 
Chameleon. Splashed crimson, bronze and yellow... o 
Cloth of Gold. Golden yellow foliage, light scarlet flowers. 20 
Coccineum. Bright light scarlet... 
Crystal Palace Gem. Sulphur, spotted nee 
Empress of India. Brilliant crimson, dark foliage... 
Golden King. Grand flowers, 3 inches across; deep golden 

yellow, maroon blotches................+- 20 
King of Tom Thumbs. Crimson............. Be. 
King Theodore. Dark scarlet maroon, dark foliage......... 20 
Lady Bird. Orange yellow, red spots 
Luteum. Light yellow, no blotches.... 
Prince Henry. Cream color, spotted scarlet and tipped 


OLOUCTOLOU OT Ot 


OLOTOTOT Ot 


with wine-red... Se eeeeeececr es eeecbeer Peeceoe pera 20 5 
Pearl. White... 22.0) 5 
BOSS reese ccctecscccetsncancusees MeO R ee eee Rae TRE Aie se cea erst sve mecose . 20 5 
Ruby King. Light ruby red..............--.-.:-:ccceseeeteeeseees 20 5 
Spotted. Deep orange, crimson blotches. 20 5 
Terra Cotta Color. Novel, new and effective. .. 20 5 
Mixed Tom Thumbs. 4 ID., 50C.................ccccceeeeseeeeecce eee 15 5 


A collection of 6 Tom Thumb Nasturtiums, 25c., or 12 varieties, 40c. 
ALIFORNIAN TOM THUMB. 
. . » GIANT-FLOWERING NASTURTIUMS. 


The flowers often measure three inches across, and 
include a great variety of new and charming com- 
binations of colors. PeP OZ., 25C...-...eceseeeceeee Pkt. 10 


JNASTURTIUM.— Tom Thumb, <« Lilliput.” 


SSS SSS 

An entirely new class. The plant is in every respect 
smaller than the Tom Thumb and the little flowers of 
varied showy colors are produced in the greatest pro- 
fusion well above the small foliage. Highly effective 
for beds and borders. Mixed colors................ Pkt. 10 


NASTURTIUM, TOM THUMB. 


f The «TOM POUCE”___— 
j -- ..cTRAILING NASTURTIUM. 


This is a very distinct type. Thefoliage, flowers and 
habit of the plants differ from all other Nasturtiums. 
The vines grow only two feet long, with no tendency 
to climb. The leaves are leathery and dark green. 
The flowers are smaller than those of ordinary Nas- 
turtiums, but are borne in greatest profusion. The 
colors are yellow with citron blotches, scarlet, and 
orange blotched red. They are peculiarly adapted as 
trailers for vases, window boxes, hanging baskets, 
rock-work, embankments, ete. (See cut.)....... Pkt. 10 


TOM POUCE 
TRAILING NASTURTIUM. 


... TALL OR CLIMBING NASTURTIUMS... 


Beautiful and luxuriant annual climbers, for trellises and arbors; of easiest culture, 
bearing their gorgeous flowers in profusion until killed by frost. 6 to 10 feet. (See ent.) 


Oz. Pkt. 

Atropurpureum. Rich velvety crimson..............2-s.cccccecceceeaeeeeceesceceaseseneeeseseaee 20 5 

Coccineum. Bright orange scarlet..............0.....-20....2-- 20 5 

GIANT-FLOWERING Dunnett’s Orange. Rich golden orange, garnet blotches 20 5 
CLIMBING Flammeum. Scarlet, flamed purple 2 5 
NASTURTIUMS. i 8 Golden Leaved Scarlet. Flowers dark crimson scarlet, foliag 5 
«Hybrids of Heinemanni. Silky bronze chocolate 5 
Madame Gunter.” Hemisphaericum. Splendid and distinct; straw color, rosy scarlet blotches.. 20 5 
King Theodore. Velvety dark crimson, dark foliage..........2........00000ee-eeceeeseeeee 20 5 

Luteum. Pure rich yellow, no blotches......... x - 5 

Pearl. Cream white 5 

Prinz Heinrich. New. Cream color, spotted red..............:sssececereececseeenseeeeeseee 25 5 

BRegelianum. Purple violet.............5.0.00...ccccsceceoece é 5 . 20 5 

Scheuerianum. Straw color, splashed crimson, garnet blotche 20 5 

chillingi. Bright yellow, maroon blotches.. 20 5 

BUTRES OSC ierccccccecet ceccscerssecce sere 20 5 

Mixed Colors.) 341b:;|500 hoe : 5 5 


Giant-Howering Hybrids, Mixed. A new section, distinguished by dark- 
colored foliage and flowers of immense size and richness and variety of color- 
Ang!) (SCC\CULS) naccesrocccnescceencceten ee eee ee 

A collection of 6 Tall or Climbing Nasturtiums, 25c., or 12 varieties, 40c. 


... LOBB’S CLIMBING NASTURTIUMS... 


The leaves and flowers are somewhat smaller than the ordinary Tall Nasturtium 
(offered above), but their greater profusion renders them superior. Height, 12 to15 feet. 


rary 
° 


Asa Gray. Cream white, blotched | Mercier Lacomb. Dark purplish 
CTIMSON MATOON.........ceceececeeeeeees Pkt al crimson, rich and yelvety........... Pkt. 5 

Brilliant. Rich bright scarlet........... 5 | Napoleon III. Orange yellow, flamed 

Chameleon. Mottled cream, golden rosy scarlet, maroon blotches........... 5 


Chaixianum. Rich yellow let, rich and fiery. For trailing from 


erimson and chocolate.... sang 1) Prince Bismarck. Magnificent sear- 
: | 
| 
| 


mine blotchesiscscece ner ewes 5 window boxes or vases this is a gem. 10 
Duc de Malakoff. Distinct ros Roi des Noirs. Blackish evimson...... 5) 
3 5 | Spitfire. Bright fiery scarlet.............. 5 
5 | Triomphe de Gand. Orange scarlet. 5 
Lilli Schmidt. Bright orange scar- | Lobb’s Nasturtiums. Mixed. Per : 
LST teartctescsrcenccccccecreeeere eee 5 | OZs h2OCrereeavectecscees sont treerertenecusentennesnen 


A collection of 6 Lobb’s Nasturtiums, 25c.; 12 varieties, 40c. 
i 


$107 


Henperson’s ranous PANSIES 


Were awarded the Highest Premium at the World’s 
Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1898, . . «+ »« »« « » 


For Henderson’s Jubilee Collection of MAMMOTH BUTTERELY Pansies (shown in colors in 1897) see Novelties. 
Cassier’s Five Blotched Odier. Mixed Colors. A magnificent French strain. Favorites with 
Pansy fanciers on account of their extra-large, perfectly formed round flowers of mueh substance. 
Each of the five petals is ornamented with large, round, clearly defined blotch or eye............ Pkt. 25 


Odier Five Blotched on Yellow. Yellow ground colors of various shades, large dark velvety 
DEGWENDPLOCCH ES Fares cea re carer sea ee a ee TC Te RRO TT Ee TT SE net en ec cue te oeneaetven se 25 


Odier Five Blotched on Red. Red ground colors of various shades, large maroon blotches.. 25 
Odier Five Blotched on White. White ground color, large blue, violet or purple blotches..... 25 
Bugnot’s Large Stained Parisian. Mixed Colors. A celebrated French strain of extra-large 
size, choicest colors, and beautifully broad blotches and delicate pencilings; the ground colors are 
generally white or very light, bringing the elegant markings in strong relief ... 50 
New Fancy Pansies. Mixed Colors. (Belgian strain. )...........cccscecceeeeeesseesennsesecsseeeeeeeeseceeseeees 15 
English ‘‘Prize Taker,’’? Show. Mixed. Saved from named varieties. This class includes 
solid or self colors; self colors, with large, sharply defined blotch on each of the three 

lower petals; and self colors with sharply defined belt of some contrasting color. 
There should be no feathering or blending of colors in Show Pansies............. 35 
English ‘Prize Taker,’’ Fancy. Mixed. Saved from named varie- 
ties, from a grand English collection, including every conceivable color, 
shade and variety of marking known to fanciers ..........6....cecceeeeeene eee 50 
All Nations’ Pansies. Mixed. This mixture, prepared by 
ourselves, includes seeds from all of the above types of mixed 
TREATS EB egeoen068e0c006c0d06000500000084000 0000 OSODoboBSoConCBHDCoNcEasaouoCaDoCCOcAOONBOG 25 


GIANT TRIMARDEAU PANSIES. 


These are remarkably large Pansies, which, for size of flower 
and robust growth, eclipse all other strains. Their range of 
color has heretofore been limited, but this season we are able 
to offer several grand new varieties. (See cuts.) 

Giant Violet and Blue. Purple; with three lower petals 
MATDICAUDIUS rare teetenescteneaccecsce soctorestencscecedsateendeccenecs Pkt. 15 


NAMED VARIETIES. 


Acure Blue. Light lavender, Giant Violet, Marbled Yellow. Violet; the three lower 
shading to dark blue at _cen- petals marbled yellow and veined maroon... 15 
freee soorconsie daedogecoooga0 Pkt. 5 Giant Violet, Marbled White. Violet; the three lower 

Black, with Violet. Rich jet- petals marbled with dark blotches, zoned white...............0..- 15 
piney a a Oke blue nea Giant Purple. Royalvelvety purple, very rich.... .15 

Blood Red. (Victoria.) Rich vel Giant Black. Immense jet-black flowers; grand................ 15 


Giant Lavender and Violet. Upper petals lavender, 
shading off white, the three lower rich violet... 15 
Giant Blue, Blotched Black. Deep blue; 
a large black blotch on each of the three 
lowerxpetalsy yeni ree ae salem eeneee 15 


vety ox-blood red; so superior in 

color and size to all other so-called 

reds that we have discarded them,15 
Bronze. Golden bronze, with a greenish 


metallic JUStre.......-..eeece etc eee eee eeees 5 Giant Snow White (new). Purest 
Coyuette de Poissy. Reddish lavender, white without bloteies: egcescn6c6 15 
three maroon blotches on lower petals; Giant White, with Violet 
novel and distinct............ SO cECSHOODOOURDOOSOOOTE EEL 10 Eyes. White, a violet blotch on 


Emperor William. Deep blue, with a black blotch 
on each of the three lower petals..............0.cccccceeceeceeeee 

Fire Dragon. Two upper petals wine red, edged yellow, maroon 
blothes; three lower petals golden, splashed with elaret, choco- 
NENI® LOOUGITIEE ccossosencaces doc 26 sc AS cc OEE CASaROSBOOCH ICSE CUCCO DE EAB REC RBEEnaenoco 10 

Garnet Red, Gold-Banded. Rich velvety garnet, margined 
golden yellow 0) 

Garnet Red, Silver-Banded. Rich velvety garnet, margined 
with silvery white 0 

Golden Brown. Golden ground color, clouded cinnamon; a 
large, velvety maroon blotch on each of the three lower petals,10 


each of the three lower petals, 15 
Giant Yellow, with Ma- 
hogany Eyes. Yellow; a 

large brown blotchon each of 
the three lower petals....... 15 
Giant Yellow, Bordered 
Blue. Golden and creamy 
yellow, edged light blue, a 
large purple blotch on each 
of the three lower petals...15 


Giant Stri . White, 

Gold Else. Bright, rich yellow, without blotches; medium-sized mUTpIS and piped ccosn0KKG ‘18 
flowers, but wonderfully profuse................cc000ccccsesesceteereeeeeeee 10 Giant Pink (new). Rosy 
Gloriosa Perfecta. (Peacock or Quadricolor.) Upper petals pink, veined crimson......... 15 


peacock blue, zoned cream, with an outer margin of dark violet 

with pink and white edge; lower petals garnet splashed with 

Poldenvyellow, Maroon! DIOTCHES ies... c.secseceee-oe-ccavecsscanssreuecsonetes 1 
King of Blacks. Rich, velvety black. i 


Giant Fire King (new). 
Purplish crimson and golden 
ello weenie wore 15 
s Giant Mixed 


ord Beaconsfield. Upper petals lavender; lower petals rich deep Colors... 10 
WHOS -osagccnocadibeoccoraponrodesHe0eBeehed.. God. 270555000 pdoCosEKAIHEEIDSonHe 
Mahogany. Rich mottled mahogany COlOL...........:::0cccecceeeeeeeeee settee 5 


Mahogany, Banded Pink, Yellow and White. Dark red mahogany, Se 
with 4 inch edge, one-half of whichis pink, the other half white on upper Tos 
0 


petals; the lower petals are edged yellOW...........0.ccc0ccccccueecceueeeeeeeneeeceueeees 1 Pp 
Marbled Silver, Claret and Purple. Ground color silvery white, blotched Lepp 
ANGStaIned mi thepuLrple an diwine) COLOI.....05 precs.cosscc-neecvarcrssac=staenvcotetsercncsccscenonees 10 Pansy 
Marbled Gold, Claret and Purple. Golden yellow ground color, splashed and mot- 0 
tled wine red and purple..................... BOSEICECSCOGA GOOF REDGOSCLOECE DOSE EQOHOSUID HODanS-DENGOTNOON oo EDORCaSOSEsOTO4 10 


Pres. Carnot. A large violet blue blotch, surrounded by a sharply defined silvery white margin, or- 

namentseach Of the five Petalls..-...-.<...:ccvs-c0--cccccecerennccocneeccacucescraucecasruesssnvessstansses 15 
Kose Marbled. Rosy lilac, veined and blotched with claret purple .10 
Rex. Solid deep purple, ri¢h and velvety..............ccccseesseeeeeeees 


e, bronze, etc a) 


Striped. Splashed and striped chocolate, rosy lilac, wine red, : 

Snow Queen. Pure glistening white, without blotches, medium-sized round flowers, but wonder- 
HUET VaIDE OLUSE cece ccee eee ce eect cae eae eee ened cst ra ee ae EEE antec de tcuncesasonstaccacticnatcotccdsetrcsstars 5 

Violet, Banded Silver. Velvety violet purple, with asilvery white band around the entire 


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White, with Violet Eyes. (White Treasure.) Upper petals pure white; each of the three lower 

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Yellow, with Dark Eyes. Upper petals bright yellow; each of the three lower petals has a dark 

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COLLECTION OF PANSIES. #on°c?° Mammoth Buttery 
= Pansies (offered in Novelties)$1.25 


Giant Trimardeau Pansies, 1 pkt. each of the 14 varieties offered on this page............-..--.seceeeseeees $1.50 
Imported Collections of German Pansies, 6 varieties 25c., 12 varieties 50c. 


HENDERSON’S 
SINGLE 

GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA 

PETUNIA. 


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PETUNIA..... 


Few, if any, plants are more deservedly popular for bedding 
purposes, greenhouse or window culture; they produce showy 
flowers in profusion. Although perennial, they flower in a few 
weeks’ time from the seed. 


SINGLE PETUNIAS. 

Fine Mixed. Single, white, crimson, pink, ete. Per oe T5e. 
ct. 5 

Striped and Blotched, Mixed. Many beautiful colors and 
COMpDINATIONS. |, BEI O7Z 51 UCla...-cocessnecectseberececcsn ence” sessee 10 
Large Single Fringed, Mixed. (P. hybrida grandiflora 
fimbriata.) Flowers averaging 4 to 5 inches across, of in- 
numerable shades, colors and markings; all beautifully 


Large Single, All Sorts, Mixed. (P. hybrida grandi- 
flora.) Striped, blotched, veined, fringed, etc........... ...+. 15 


DOUBLE PETUNIAS. 


Double Large-flowering, Mixed. (P.hybrida grandiflora 
fil.pl.) A magnificent strain, with flowers 3 to 4 inches 
across, very double and of the most beautiful shades of 
erimson, white, rose, maroon; blotched, striped, veined, 
bordered, marked, fringed, Cte... ......0....scecsesseasestorcoucs BKEE25 

Double Large Fringed, Mixed. 
Fimbriata fA. Pl.) .....0...000 se-02000 : 

PZEONY Grand hardy, 

C * known ornaments of our gardens, 
large double flowers of various colors, 2 ft. high. 

Double Mixed.............. PEE ae Pen con POSED OEE Pkt. 10 

Beautiful annuals 


PALAVA FLEXUOS * for beds or pots; large pink 
flowers with black throats; plants bushy, about 1% ft. high..Pkt. 5 
Handsome, rapid-growing peren- 


PASSION FLOWE R. nial climber, for greenhouse dec- 


oration or sunny positions in the open groundin summer. (See cut.) 
Incarnata (‘‘ May Pops’’). Blooms the first season from seed. Flowers 
two or three inches ‘across, flesh white with purple rays, followed by 
yellow edible fruits....:.-...-...:... 
Corulea. Large flowers of viok 
Von Volexm1 (Tacsonia). 
(Lady Washington Geranium.) Grand 


PELARGONIUM. plants for pot culture; the flowers, an 


inch or more across, are borne in immense clusters through spring and 
summer; colors are richin the extreme, and beautifully marked. Height, 
to 2ieet. o-Pinest Mixed iis..c..scvesccccsscece 


PENTSTEMON. pee garden perennials; growing from 2 


3 feet high, with white, pink, scarlet or blue 
flowers, bexutitully spotted and narked. Mixed Colors.. Pkt. 10 
**Sensation.’’ A new Gloxifia-flowered annual variety, blooms the first season 
from spring-sown seed; the flowers measure Z inches across, in shape similar to 
Gloxinia flowers and brilliantly colored, and are crowded on tall graceful spikes 
about two feet high; grows well in almost any garden soil 


PERILLA NANKINENSIS. 


ribbon effects, 11% ft 


with 


Ornamental foliage 
habit; leaves dark mulberry color; 


HENDERSON'S 6 
x! PETUNIAS, 


A Californian strain of incomparable beauty, size and luxuriance. 
flowers are exquisitely ruffled. or fringed on the edges, and are of enormous dimen- 
sions (4 to 5 inches across), but their great merits lie in the tremendous varieties 
of colors, markings, veinings, blotchings and stripings, in the most grotesque and 
beautiful combinations; 

blac 
are rich and gorgeous and others of lovely delicate shades. 
Giant ‘‘Midnight.’’ g C : 
ofapurpk plum. Ir the sunlight it looks like crumpled velvet. 

flowers, 4 to 5 inches across, with fringed edges and deep, intricately veined 


plants of comp: 
useful for 


GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA.” 


Most of the 


some with charming deep throats of yellow, white, 
k, green or maroon, running off into intricate veins. Some of the colors 
(See cut.) 

Dark claret crimson, with a surface bloom like that 
Immense 


TCHTO ALS5:8-caonesccecemtestboniccresevenecescne: tOcReere aa oe arte ea eee en ee Ree Eee eee Pkt. 25 
Giant ‘‘Aurora.’’ A lovely shade of rosy pink, with a distinct red band 
around the deep, exquisitely penciled white throat; the flowers are of im- 
Mense'size and! perfect: SHAPE! <..ccc-coscccasscehoes-rermesecenbenseo=-»ecuusossaneeeecterteee 25 

Giant ‘‘Snowstorm.”’ Extralarge flowers, 4 to 5 inches in diameter, 
of splendid substance; purest glistesing white with ruffled or fringed 


edges;deep) yellowithroat:-c....-.sssssnestocrestasnorssecstenmnteberesccee eee eee 25 
Giant ‘‘Rainbow.”’ Deep throat ofintense yellow, with radiating veins 
and pencilings overlaying rich ground colors of various tints.............. 25 


Giant ‘‘Titania.’’ Royal violet purple, rich and velvety; broad white 
BEE eg 8 eee Oe OCU TEED SOO CS COOLC OOH IR SCH CO SRSA Oa aooR Jao SSE ES ASD ROnES MOK acOcUSHERDSEAOO aa 25 
Giant “ Harlequin.” A beautiful strain, the flowers of large size and of 

different colors, and all are hieroglyphically blotched, spotted or striped 


with other colors in Charming COMfUSION.............:ceeteceeeeeseeeeeeteeeeeeeeees 25 
Giants of California. Mixed varieties, including many exquisite 
BOLUS sccles scene c-socenan decade caacseocttcssonccaccssurheenonaatnee caster one ease eseee ace ree 25 


One packet each of the above six varieties, $1.00. 


HE SteERS rerunias, Double Giants of California. 


(See colored plate, page 142.) 

As large as Hollyhocks; as double as double can be, with edges finely 
fringed, petals fluted and crinkled, intensifying and varying the colors 
with high lights and dark shadows, bringing out a richness 
and effect unmatched by crumbled velvet, which the flowers 
resemble. There is a variety of colors—selfs, blotched, veined, 
margined, etc.; in short, these double Petunias are unmatched 
by any other strain in the world. Mixed Colors, P&t.....50 


MANY-FLOWERED ... . 


DWARF COMPACT PETUNIAS. 


(Nana Compacta Multifiora.) 

Charming, dwarf compact Petunias, forming round, bushy 
little plants, only about 8 inches high; the flowers, while not 
large, are of splendid substance, remaining boldly expanded, 
and are produced in such profusion as to fairly cover the 
plants; they bloom uninterruptedly for months and make 
beautiful edging or bedding plants and they are far superior 
for showy garden beds than large-flowered Petunias; they 


are also beautiful subjects grown in pots. (See cut.) 
Dwarf Inimitable. Flowers cherry red, with a white 


centre 


Pink Mound. Brilliant rosy pink, with white throat. 
Diadem. Bright carmine, with a white star...........0......... 

ee Snowball. New, single, satiny- 

= white flowers in profusion, 

forming a veritable 

‘ “Snowball.”’..... 15 


ict 


PHLOX DRUMMONDII. 


There can be no stronger proof of the value and beauty of Phlox than the extent to which 
itis grown. For beds and massing nothing can surpass these beautiful annuals. They pro- 
duce immense trusses of large brilliant flowers of numberless hues throughout the 
summer. 1%4ft. high. (See cut.) 


DTIC COLOVS sO OCT DCIIO Ziccceccesesacchuscverausebecesetercsteracerrcncevateseresceatesstacdsescasecsss Pkt. 5 


LARGE-FLOWERING PHLOX. 


Animproved strain with extra large perfectly round flowers, with petals over- 
lapping each other. (See cut.) 
Alba. Purest white; large round flowers of splendid substance.............. Pkt. 10 
Albo-oculata. White, with claret eye 10 
Atropurpurea. Deep purplish blood color, rich and velvety; eye, plum 
EDULIS eater toteints eeleteeeeeclatse eelemrcteatenatiettienietctusts dakdetiesteaiteecetacurenasctielrevferensiatresremeterar cele 10 
Brilliant Rose. Silvery pink, shading to dark rose; large, glo 
CHITMSOMPCY CSP ET AUD a csenceescs dean cconteeneicascccesonveateaeas atecsectece sect et umecsconsemtanncets 
Carminea albo-oculata. Exquisite pinkish carmine, with white eye 
Chamois Rose. Rich salmon pink; dark orange scarlet eye; fine.... 
Coccinea. Brilliant scarlet, very rich and 
bright; a most effective color for bedding.. 10 
Coccineastriata. Bright, richscarlet, sharp- 
Ibs SHAT AWW 2) ences coomandectecbensaascadndceon song IUEe 1 
Isabellina. Lemon yellow, garnet eye........ 
Kermesina splendens. Jivid crimson, 
WIL LOTC y.Caeetees cemences cere en setectinveneteencal tens caeeent 
Violacea albo-oculata. Purple, white eye 10 
Large-flowering, Mixed Colors. Per 
OPA5 "15 \Cacan oodooboaaosaanadd cocetieddesceoocodiSdoagacodstn 10 
Collection of 12 separate Large-flowering 
Phlox, 75¢.; 6 separate varieties, 40c. 


DWARF OR NANA COMPACTA PHLOX. 


These form little round compact bushes 
about six in. high, thickly studded with flow- 
ers; splendid for beds, edging and potculture, 
Dwarf, Mixed Colovs....................:.666 10 

Collection of 6 Dwarf Phlox, 40c. 


STAR PHLOX. 


Star of Quedlinburg. Flowers are of reg- 
ular star-like form. Plant of com- 
pact habit, about 18 in. 
high, bearing large um- 
bels of flowers. Colors 
varied and beautiful, in- 
cluding white, rose, sal- 
mon, scarlet, etc. 

Mixed colors............ Pkt. 10 


Double-= 

PHLOX, Flowering. 

This comparatively new 
class is very desirable, on ac- 
count of the durability of the = ‘ = _ 
flowers, which last much long- \ a } A ASS : 3 SS = a 
er in perfection than single z f : : We s i oF pou By aK 
Phioxes. (See cut.) PORTULAC: 


J’ 


HARDY PHLOX. 


Magnificent hardy flower- 
ing plants, growing into 
strong bushes from two to 
three feet high, bearing im- 
mense heads of large waxy 
flowers of lovely shades of 
color. 
Phlox Decussata. 
Fine mixed varieties. 
Pkt. 10 
Large-flowering 
Hybrids. Mixed... 25 


PORTULACA. 


Brilliant dwarf annuals, 


Double Mixed Colors..... 15 only 6 inches high, luxuriat- 
—White.......... 15 ing in warm situations, and blooming profusely 
— Yellow. Lemon yellow 15 from early summer to autumn. For low beds and 
—Crimson.................. 15 masses of color, from spring until frost, they are 


1 pkt. each of t 


38 indispensable; colors range through innumerable 
arate colors for 35c. 


shades of red, yellow, pink, striped, white, etc. 
Single Mixed Colors. Per oz. 40c............ Pkt. 5 


DOUBLE PORTULACA. 


These make perfectly gorgeous masses of color; 
the flowers of the double sorts remain open all 
day. (See cut.) 


Double Yellow Striped Crimson.......... Pkt. 10 
—-Rose Striped Carmine.... ...............000. 10 
—White......... Pkt. 10 | Double Rose Color 10 
—Scarlet... ... 10 | ——Orange.............. 
—Sulphur............ 10 | ——-Purple.............. 
— Salmon. Beau- Mixed. 

tiful rosy salmon... 10 OV As b3ILOX 0 cscoxccadende 1 


Customer’s selection of any 3 packets of the above 
for 25c.; any six for 45c. 
Imported collection of 12 separate double sorts, 75c. 


riowering PLATYCODON. 


The large-flowered Chinese Bell Flower; hardy 
perennial, bearing large, broad, bell-shaped white 
or blue flowers; very handsome for garden decora- 
tion, 1% feet. The Nana Compacta or ‘“‘ Mariesii’’ type form sturdy little bushes 
only about 12 inches high and are profuse bloomers. (See cut.) 


Grandiflora, White........... Pkt. 10 Blue........... Pkt. 10 Mixed......... Pkt. 10 
—Nana Compacta (Mariesii), Blue....... 10 Nana Compacta, White........ 15 


PURPLE BELLS. 


(Rhodochiton Volubile.) A charming climber. The heart-shaped leaves are very pretty, 
the upper surface bright green, with large, dark veins, and the under side as well as the 
stems purplish red. The flowers are about two inches long, curiously formed and of a rich 
claret red, and hang on long graceful stems. It flowers freely from seed the first season. 10 feet. 
(USE. TAT 16) ececrec ers eo de coc a eBCOr COITO-CECOLEREO Tan C BEDE FOS een conc Ja0c 0 dog HEC eneCeanBneCCCOGO SCE 20 2HeCCOCOROC Ce SCCOACERONCOAER Pkt. 15 


PURPLE BELLS. 


Do not forget to avail yourself of our Liberal Premiums. See page 6. 


POPPIES. 


DOUBLE CARNATION-FLOWERED. 


A magnificent class of hardy annuals, 2 to 2% feet high; 


large globular flowers often a foot in circumference, of i 
the greatest variety of colors; the petals are finely ~ 
slashed and fringed. Like all annual Poppies they should be sown where they are to be iy RAUL 
Zrown. (See cut.) ‘ ‘ \ 
Eider-Down. Snow-white........ Pkt. 5 | Bright Coppery Rose.. 
Mikado. White, edged crimson....... 5 | Soft Lavender. ........... 
Pairy Blush. White, tippedrose.... 5 | Light Yellow 
Chamois Pink. Exquisite............... 5 | Mixed Carnation-flowered. 
Brilliant Scarlet........................... 5 COLOTS IP CLIOZ LDCs: essere sresesesconceussees 


Collection of 6 separate Carnatiou-flowered Poppies, 25c.; 12 varieties, 40c. 


DOUBLE PAEONY-FLOWERED POPPIES. lw 


A magnificent class of annual Poppies; immense double broad-petaled flowers, 
in form resembling Ponies; height about 2 feet. 


Rosy Morn. Exquisite rosy pink, shading to salmon pink and white......... Pkt. 5 


Lady in White. Pure white...Pkt. 5 
Firebrand. Fiery orange scarlet... 5 


American Flag. 


Chamois Rose. 


Double French Ranunculus-flow- 
ered Poppies, Mixed Colors. Ex- 
ceedingly beautiful double flowers, 
about 2 inches across, of every imagi- 
nable shade, color and variegation; 
very profuse and continuous bloomers; 
height about 2 feet................... Pkt. 5 

Double Umbrosum. Dwarf branching 
plant, throwing up numerous good- 
sized very double flowers of rich ver- 
milion scarlet, with black blotches at 
GHEID ASE screcnccnosccencotc ccs teasccsnnnracenans 10 

Double Japanese Pompone, Mixed 
Colors. Plants grow 1 foot high, 
bearing great numbers of small, very 
double, beautiful flowers in a great 
WALICE YL ONCOlOTScccersrer sense -seecartesecnoees 5 

Double Shirley Poppies, Mixed 
Colors. Mostly double or semi-dou- 
ble; they create a beautiful bed when 
grown in quantity. The colors range 
from white throngh pinks to scarlet. 
Some are red with white edges, and 
others veined and streaked and 
AEM ee ecoeeecenestesacencsscerecastenrstenteers ts 10 


P{OoKER'S EVER-FLOWERING 
____ DOUBLE and SINGLE PQPPTES, 


An extraordinarily handsome, pro- 
fuse and continuous flowering type. The 
flowers are very large and showy, vary- 
ing through several shades and tintings 
of pink, salmon, red, etc. Some 
are double, some semi- 
double, and others 
single.....Pkt. 15 


DOUBLE P.SONY- 
FLOWERED 
POPPY. 


0 
5 
A pure white ground, margined dark orange scarlet.............. 5 
Lavender Beenty. Deep lavender, shading to silvery lavender........... nen, 
arge; perfect ball-shaped flowers................ 5 
Double Pzony-flowered Poppies, Mixed. 5 
Collection of Double Pzony-flowered Poppies, 6 separate colors, 25c.; 
1? separate colors, 40c. 


VARIOUS DOUBLE POPPIES.____~ 


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(See cut.) 


El Dorado. 
Black Knight. 


Light. yellow.................- 
Rich black maroon.. 


POLO 72512 5 Csaneceaneensnca-encesuasecsseeess 


10> 


i DOUBLE CARNA 


7 SINGLE... 
> | POPPIES, ANNUAL. 


LARGE-FLOWERING ‘‘ MAJESTIC.’’ 


The flowers often measure 6 inches across, 
and appear like rumpled satin. The plants are 
bushy and dwarf, and bloom for weeks. The 
colors, shades, tints and markings are produced 
in limitless variety and are most exquisite. 
(See cut.) Per packet, 10c. 

Single Mixed Poppies. Annualsorts. Per 

OZ 2D Coe erceeiece cc acceeteen sete ceee acc etee eee qs 
Mephisto Poppies. Extra large single flow- 


ers, with deeply fringed edges. 3 feet. 
— Scarlet, with purple centre.................. 10 
— Rose, with white centre................22.2.005 10 


Empress of China. Flowers 4 to 5 inches 
across, of pure satiny white with a distinct 
feathered margin of scarlet. Height about 
DU CCTs ..cconsscectncs once accvescosscevoecccece: she eeeeeseene 10 

Armenian Tulip Poppy. (Papaver Glau- 
cium.) Anew species, 12 to 14 inches high, 
each plant producing 50 to 60 vivid scarlet 


flowers. The two outer petals form a saucer 

HENDER- surrounding two erect petals, giving a very 
SON’S unique and handsome appearance of scarlet 
LARGE- Tulips sv cduccvecccccsscccclechaselececatpescsvicsnenvonocusseceve 10 
FLOWERING Flag of Truce. Satiny white flowers, 3 to 4 
“MAJESTIC” inches AcrOSS sci. ses sesh sees eases 10 
SINGLE Danebrog. Large bright scarlet, with a white 
POPPIES. CLOSS/1N the Centres. nracqssnscecnscacsonscemte tines sees 5 


Umbrosum. Rich 
spot on each petal 
English Scarlet. 


vermilion, with a black 
soonsesouceaaterssiepesasenteeeesrenees 5 


The common field Poppy 


of Britain; bright dazzling scarlet.............. 5 
Peacock Poppy. Vivid cherry scarlet, with 
a glossy black zone near the centre............. 5 


Flowers 4 inches across, of 
5 


Mixed colors. Extra fine strain...... 5 
Imported collection of single annual Poppies, 6 separate varieties, 25c. 


ICELAND POPPIES. 


(Papaver nudicaule.) Although hardy perennials, these Poppies bloom the first 
season from spring-sown seed. The fragrant, elegant, crushed satin-like flowers are 
produced in never-ceasing succession from the beginning of June to October. The 
flowers last quite a week if cut as soon as open. 


Bright Yellow................:0.0. Pkt. 5 MEOSe! Coloved....cscsecasrccescssecersene Pkt. 10 
WivadiScarletsrnccccisscce cee 10 Double Scarlet Iceland Poppy. 
Pure White................ .. 10 | _ Double orange scarlet flowers.......... 1 
Gold Tinged Crimson................00......... 10% | Mixed Colors coe 10 


Collection of above, 6 separate varieties, Iceland Poppies, 50c. 


/ Tee Ti! Mia : : 
i ee HARDY PERENNIAL POPPIES. 


For permanent beds these brilliant large-flowering hardy Poppies stand unrivaled; the flowers 
average 6 to 9 inches across, and are simply grand; the plants are robust growers, 3 to 4 feet high. 


Bracteatum. Orange scarlet.................. Pkt.5 OQOrientale. Dark scarlet, purple spots............ Pkt. 10 


111 


We were awarded the highest premium at the 
World’s Columbian Exposition, Chicago, 1893, 
° for Chinese Primroses. 


The ‘‘Chinese Primrose”’ is a great favorite for the house or conservatory. The foliage is pretty 
and attractive, and the flowers, 114 to 2 inches across, are borne in clusters all through the winter and 
spring. One of our best pot plants. (See cut.) 


singlé Large-ilowering Fringed Varieties. 


White (alba fimbriata grandiflora)....... Pkt. 25 | Alba Magnifica. The finest pure white; 


Crimson. Yellow eye (kermesina splendens). 25 flowers 214 inches ELCTOBS......cescereeeseeneeee Pkt. 35 
Scarlet. Sulphur eye (coccinea magnifica).. 25 | Rosy Morn. Charming rosy pink. no Ge 
Striped (striata fimbriata grandiflora)....... 25 | Chiswick. Red. Fine bright red. 35 
Red (rubra fimbriata grandiflora) 95 | Chiswick. Blue. Deep blue........... - 35 
Spotted. Whit ate cinta AS Fi a sy Mixed Large-flowering, Fringed..... cop PAs 
POLLO.) ite and crimson (punctata ele- Fern-leaved, Mixed. F[ern-like foliage; 
GANTISSIINA)|...cs-cseonssesenssccensssecnosssovesssecasssses 25 plants beautiful even when out of bloom..... 25 
Double Large-lowering Fringed Varieties. 
Double Red (rubra fi. pl. fimbriata).....Pkt. 50 | Double Striped. White, flaked red.....Pkt. 50 
Double White (alba. pl. imbriata)(Seecut) 50 | Double Mixed Sorts. .......-......ccccccsssecesesseees 50 


Other Greenhouse Primroses. 


PRIMULA OBCONICA GRANDIFLORA. The old P. obconica has long been a favorite pot 

plant for house and conservatory culture on account of its wonderful blooming qualities, flowering 
nearly all the year through. These new, large-flowering, or grandiflora varieties are great improve- 
ments, producing trusses of large flowers nearly double the size of the older type. 
P. obconica grandiflora, silvery lavender................cccceceeeeececeeeeeceeeeeeeeeenens f.. 15 
P. obconica grandiflora rosea, soft blush pink 
Floribunda. Foliage deep green, stems of both leaves and flowers red, making a charming con- 

trast to the whorls of bright yellow flowers borne during the autumn and winter months............. 25 


Hardy Primroses. 


Cowslip, Mixed Colors (Primula veris). The 
well-known favorite English Cowslip, flowering early 
AM SPLIN SSA OOUsercrieceons-serescekersstreesceer ee Pkt. 5 
Auricula, Fine Mixed (Primula auricula). 
Umbels of fragrant flowers, of many rich colors. 
DO WOO Uercrectnesccessnen enact osensrcseoncemence eaten 10 
Polyanthus, Mixed (Primula elatior). 
Early blooming for spring flower beds 
or pot culture; the large umbels of 
flowers are borne on stalks 8 inches 
Callen ((SCClCUUs)enceee eae eestor 5 
Japanese Primrose (Primula 
Japonica). One of the most beau- 
tiful. Flowers, 1 inch across, of 
shades of crimson, maroon, lilac, 
pink, white, etc., on stems 1 to 3 
feet high. Mixed colors......... 10 
English Primrose (Primula. 
vulgaris). ‘The old favorite 
common yellow Primrose, now 
so popular and fashionable in 
1D aA FO bcacohecosooatoocsoecHocneonccecd 5 
Alpine Rose-colored Prim- 
rose (Primula rosea). Some- 
times as many as 12 spikes to 
a plant, 4 to 6 inches high, sur- 
mounted with 6 to 10 blossoms, 
1 inch across; rosy carmine, 
with yellow eye.............:.0+0 25 
WW, Sieboldii. Splendid fo 
either garden or pot culture; 
flower stalks 8 to 12 inches 
high, with large clusters of flowers 
1 to 2 inches across; color, soft 
rose, with white eye; beautiful and 
free-blOOMINQ.............ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 25 


2, Pay oe ee 

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POLYANTHUS PRIMROSE. 


Purple Fountain Grass. 


(Pennisetum Ruppelianum.) 


The leaves are narrow, green and 
long, arching gracefully from the 
centre to a circumference forming 
aperiectfountain. From July until 
frostits attractiveness isenhanced 
by feathery purple heads which 
bend over on their long slender 
stalks. Eventually they expand 
until the whole plantis veiled with 
nodding clouds of purple. Per 
packet, 15c. 


Purethrum. 


Valuable hardy border plants, 
throwing up numerous stems 
about 2 feet high, eathsurmounted 
with large flowers, 3 or 4 inches 
across, of bright colors, such as 
rose, flesh, pink, white, crimson, etc. 
They remain in bloom along time. 
Single Large - flowering Hy- 

brids, Mixed............... YEN ee, #30) 
Double Large - flowering Hy- 

brids, Mixed....................000 25 


Yellow-leaved Sorts. 


Dwart-growing plants, extensively used for rib- 
bon and carpet bedding; foliage of bright yellow. 
These are usually grown as annuals, although they 
are perennials. 

Aureum. (Golden Feather.) Yellow foliage. %4 ft. Per 

Ler) Ce sccondcodconcee son beeacseconQsOd Hoc DOIOSCOO5 Seo acononecoco) Pkt. 
Selaginoides. Handsome fern-like yellow foliage. 1 ft...10 


Rs AROSE SEEDE yea 


Rose, hardy, double mixed. Flowers the second year; hardy perennial. 3 to 6 feet......... Pkt. 10 
Monthly Tea, double mixed. Half-hardy perennial. 2 tO 4 feet... iseesssccccccestsecceseerseeeeeeeres 10 


. . « RIGINUS. . . . — Gastor oi Plant. 


Large, luxuriant, rapid-growing foliage annuals, with palm-like leaves; much used for subtropical 
effects on the lawn, or for centres of beds of foliage plants. 


Cambogiensis. Leaves bronzy maroon, with red veins, Stems D1ack.............:ccceccceeseeeeeeeeeneees Pkt. 10 
Borboniensis. 15 feet. Immense foliage.............:c::sscceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees coos, 
Obermanii. 8 feet. Light red foliage.....................-.. bens DIES 
Gibsonii. 6 feet. Dark purplish red foliage and stems.. eva t s) 
Communis Major. Green foliage. 6 feet a. 


Zanzibarensis. Their gigantic leaves, 2 to 2% feet across, and the great size of the plants surpass 

any other Ricinus. We offer 4 varieties in mixture; one will produce light green leaves with whitish 

. ribs; another coppery brown leaves, changing to dark green with red ribs—stems brown; another, 

brownish purple leaves, changing to dark green with reddish stems; another, with bronze leaves, 

with reddish ribs and glaucous brown stems. Price, the 4 varieties just described, in mixture......... 10 
Collection of above 6 named Ricinus, 30c. 


EINES RMT OC EW LTT CCL rete eee eee eee ee canna unccch dostmsupuattcasesdcccsscacsatsenssosterccacs Pkt. 5 


W H anywhere in the United States, direct to the consumer, all 
e€ Deliver Free Vexetable Seeds, Flower Seeds and Bulbs, except where noted. 


. “SAPS | 
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RICINUS ZANZIBARENSIS. 


SALPIGLOSSIS, taARce-FLowERING. 


One of the most beautiful of flowering annuals, forming strong bushy plants about 18 
inches high, and bearing throughout the season large flowers, 3 to 4 inches across, of many 
beautiful colors, all exquisitely veined and laced. (See cut.) 

Large-flowering Scarlet, Veined Gold .............ccccccceceeeeeececcccceeeeeeeeteeseeseseneeerseess Pkt. 10 
re Purple, veined yellow 30 

Rose, veined yellow.. 5 

Grandiflora, ii xed Colors eee ee necree eet oe aeeecenenene treet Ee pore seer eee eee 5 

Collection of 6 separate sorts, 35¢. 


—TOM THUMB SALPIGLOSSIS.—= 


A draw, bushy form of one of the most beautiful of our flowering annuals. The sturdy, 
well-branched plants, about twelve inches high, bear, throughout the season, large, beauti- 
ful, petunia-like flowers, exquisitely veined and laced. 

Pom “EWU bs IK es COLOTS oces-cnesesccerces-c nos svosesescacvebesaccccensspacsertessssasoustscsssocare™ Pkt. 10 


SALVIA, ‘““BONFIRE.’’= 


(SALVIA SPLENDENS NANA COMPACTA ERECTA.) 

This variety, without question, is the finest Salvia for bedding yet introduced. The plants 
grow into very compact oval bushes, about 2% feet high, and produce long spikes of brilliant 
scarlet flowers. Thespikes stand out stiff and erect; over 200 spikes to a plant is not un- 
usual, and the spikes bear from 20 to 30 flowers each. Gorgeous effects can be produced 
with the Bonfire Salvia massed on the lawn or in the garden, or planted in rows along a 
sunny drive, where the brilliant scarlet is simply dazzling. Perennial, but blooms the first 
season from seed. (See cut.).... 
Salvia Splendens. (Scarlet Sage.) 


Sea Per 4 0z., 
ite. 


— Coccinea Lactea. Pure milk-wh Height, 2 fecteni ns = 
— Patens. Bright blue, the most beautiful blue known in flowePs..............cceeeeeeeeeeeeees 20 


SCABIOSA, or SWEET SCABIOUS. 


The ‘Mourning Bride” of our old gardens, but much improved in size, 
colors and doubleness. They are very free bloomers; colors white, car- 
mine, lilac, maroon, ete. They are very effective for garden decora- 
tion, and equally valuable for cutting purposes; annuals. 1 foot. 
Dwarf Double, Mixed Colors..............0....00....2ecceceeeee Pkt. 5 
Collection of 6 different colors, 25c. 


LEVIATHAN SCABIOSA. 2x2 


Many of the flowers measure six to nine inches in cireum- 
ference, and double clear to the centre, having long stems. 
Royal Purple. Rich claret color...... eceaes 

Snowball. Large pure white..................c0ccsscssesessees 10 
Beaten Gold. Golden yellow..... 
Fiery Scarlet. Color, intense fie 
never before known among Scabiosas.............022....06 
*“Pompadour.’’ The enormous flower heads are quite 
round; the florets are black purple at the top and pure 
white from the centre to the bottom. It received a Sil- 
ver Medal in France last August from the “Société 
d' Horticulture du Rhone,” accompanied by the follow- 
ane official statement: “This is certainly the nicest 

peas Scabiosa of all varieties knOWn.””............0.....scesesescoees 10 

One of the handsomest of hardy peren- Cee ee . aya eee 

nials, forming aspreading and dense plant, ; A Maxima Plena. Mixed. Large-flowering, tall double 
DOIG Accuhichatheivineswellaayordinaes EG; oA " S MOE SOLUScresrcveacsnscccsascchssseenscersconsecencssoecseaernter eter ene ee ak 

garden soil, and should be grown by every @ ' f 

one, if only for its flowers for cutting, as 

they last a long time in water, and their 

peculiar soft lilac blue shade is charming. 
Pkt. 10 


ROCKET, SWEET. conons. 


Fragrant purple and white flowers; hardy perennial. 2 
LO SACOL cccocnscccccosccvsccgessvocesccecs sccaccstenctenececeseueon eee PGS 


RHODANTHE MACULATA. 


Elegant annual, admirably adapted for garden decoration in summer or 
for pot culture in winter, as they come into flower early and continue for 
along time. They are largely treed as decorative plants for apartments, on 
account of the durability of the flowers. As an everlasting for dried winter 
bouquets they are indispensable.- Flowers of various colors, white, pink, 
crimson, Cte 100%, LER Oc scercntescenscasectensesree ere een secee eee PGA 


SCHIZANTHUS. 


Beautiful garden annuals, flowers charmingly fringed and delicately colored. 
Akto Ofeets SIMI xe diColors ee ee encase Pkt. 5 


SILENE. 


Pendula Compacta, Double. An exceedingly effective garden annual, 
forming regular, compact, round bushes, 6 inches high, which, during the 
early summer months, are covered densely with flowers of white, pink orred. 
For low beds, borders or edgings it is very pretty. Mixed Colors...Pkt. 5 


SMILAX. 


SALPIGLOSSIS, 
Large-flowering. 


scarlet, a color 
10 


Charming tender perennial climber for greenhouse or window gardens. The 
foliage and stems are of a pleasing light green, very graceful; excellent for } 
AECOLAHOMN akc eects Cre ischosaden vccae cteteacrCaceten roan ee eeine cece co sens copoecsstoatonee Pkt. 10 


Serrata. A tender perennial, in great tavor for cutting purposes; large 
heads of small white flowers of very graceful effect; suitable for pot culture, 
flowering in winter, or, if sown early, will bloom in the garden the first 
BUM IMC UH COUs cas teeccucasecasscscrssccsoerccnsdesssttunsctansendsascrsossbecnscesssness Pkt. 10 


DO NOT FORGET to avail yourself of OUR FREE PREMIUMS offered on page 6. 


DWARF LARGE-FLOWERING DOUBLE TEN WEEKS. 


These popular flowers are easily grown, and are so highly fragrant and of such great beauty, and 
have so many good qualities, that they deserve a place in every garden. They should be given good, 
rich soil to grow in, and will amply reward good treatment with remarkably large pyramids of bloom ; 
the flowers represent 2 great diversity of color. The Double Large-flowering Ten Weeks Stocks are 
great improvements over the Gilliflowers of the olden times, the flowers being much larger and more 
densely double, and there is also a much larger variety of colors and shades than there used to be. 


Pure White................. Pkt.10 | Blood Red.................... Pkt. 10 | Chamois, lovely color...... Pkt. 10 
Canary Yellow ....10 | Lavender .. .. 10/| Bright Rose............ 00. 10 
Sky Blue....................005 10 | Violet ... 10 | Double Mixed v.10 
Collection of Large-flowering Dwarf Stocks, 6 separate colors, 50C. ; 12 SCPATATE COLOTS......c0cceseeeee cones 75 


HENDERSON’S COLOSSAL TEN WEEKS STOCKS. 


This magnificent strain is without a rival for open-ground planting, attaining a height of 2% feet. 
The spikes of bloom are very long, and the individual flowers are enormous in size and very double. 
(See cut.) 


El Dorado. Bright sulphur yellow 5 Aurora. Shining copper red...........:00 
Rosy Morn. Delicate rosy flesh... 5 Blue Bells. Pretty shade of blue. 
Mount Blanc. Purest white........ 5 Colossal Stocks, Mixed Colors..... 
Grand Rouge. Brilliant crimson................ 5 


Collection of above 6 varieties, 75c. 


VARIOUS TYPES OF DOUBLE STOCKS. 


Double Mixed. Ten Weeks Stocks (from field-grown plants) 
Dwarf Pyramidal, Mixed. Beautiful branching sort. j BS 
Snowflake. A beautiful dwarf-growing variety ; very large double snow-white fl , 'Y early, 
Cut and Come Again. About 2 feet high; it produces from spring to late in the fall pure white, 
beautifully shaped double flowers. It throws out numbers of side branches, each of which bears a 
cluster of blossoms, and the oftener they are cut the better they seem to like it..........0..... ee 10 


WHITE PEARL_MINIATURE 10 WEEKS STOCK. 


A sensational new type, differing entirely from other 
Stocks. The plant grows only about 6 inches high; the 
small leaves densely clothe the stems, forming a beauti- 
fulgreen setting forthe compact spikes of flowers; the 
Jatter are nearly globular, densely double and only 
34 of an inch across. Color pure white and delici- 
ously fragrant. A small proportion of the plants 
will produce single flowers, but even these are 
charming and useful for cutting. The season of 
blooming is unusually long, and for edgings, low 
beds or for pot culture the ‘‘Pearl Stock”’ is ele- 
gantly adapted....... dodoonobdoosHoNDEGaBOOBNGoO0) Pkt. 20 


BIENNIAL STOCKS. 


Brompton, Finest Mixed. Large-flower- 
AY =5 0 KOS) ©) co oannoonapancceoonscosscaqdbsuEaer Hones Pkt, 10 
Emperor, or Perpetual, Mixed. Large- 
flowering double; frequently lasts for several 
VCALSH le PLOLE CCEA seenes cessesceccsnetecseeeccansceeter 10 


“ SUNFLOWER. 


Stately-growing annuals with immense golden yellow flowers; effective for garden decoration. 


SINGLE WARIETIES. 


Thousand-flowered. This new Sunflower often grows 12 to 15 feet high, and from base to sum- 
mit bears hundreds of branches bearing a multitude of medium-sized golden yellow flowers with 


“oe 
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ese : 
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small black centres. As specimens in the garden it is very effective. ..........ccceeecceeeeeeeetrreeereees Pkt. 10 
Macrophyllus Giganteus. A branching pyramidal-shaped plant; yellow, 6 feet.. 5 
Miniature Sunflower. (Cucumerifolius.) Of dwarf branching habit, bearing muny little flowers; 


ORVIRD VON ADEVO SS COMIN, 8 IEE caccocsecsosoctonosAbouous Lsceuaacsod aa ee GaSe ESA eco a ES code bet acnche lccnemapeson-ontecieeecs. 5 
*“Stella.’’ The flowers are only about 8 inches across, E lack centres; they 
The plants produce an 


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centre. The flowers are borne from within two feet of the ground to the summit, and come out in 
succession until killed by frost = 


FOO e eee een ease asec ea ensesnnasnsarensssesnsssesasrsessureeesesseceesssesesetes Seeeevenenereeseegereerens 


DOUBLE WARIETIES. 


Californicus\fil; pli) Warge(double orangentecacrsceceestcseetteseeceserteesesteceneteeee Pict en! 
Globosus Fistulosus. Perfectly round flowers; ver ffron, 6 feet.. ceon: 5) 
DWARF Reruvianus-s Doubleiorangey striped blacksmmc treet eee iene enna oO) 


Globe of Gold. A new double dwarf annual Sunflower, forming a well-branched plant, not exceeding 
40 inches in height. Each of the numerous branches carries on its summit a large, densely double, 
globe-shaped flower of deep, rich, golden yellow COlOr. (S€@ CUb.)..cccceccccesccsecescessesessersscesecseceeeceeees 15 


SWAINSONIA ALBA. 


Is becoming a very popular plant for house culture. Foliage as graceful as an Acacia; flowers pure 
white, produced in sprays of 12 to 20 Howers each, and resembling Sweet Peas. It is of the easiest 
culture and eyer-blooming. It climbs readily and is splendid for the window garden, or it may be 
grown as a bush plant by trimming it back as it grows; tender perennial, 1 to 4 feet. Per packet, 15c. 


WE OFFER LIBERAL PREMIUMS ON ORDERS.—SEE PAGE 6. 


DOUBLE 
SUN- 
FLOWER 
“GLOBE 
OF 
GOLD.’’ 


| g Paes 


Cream A 
of the e 
Beautiful in their modest love- 

liness, perfection in form, grace- 
ful in arrangement, delightful in i 
perfume, exquisite in coloring, lavish in bloom, unequaled for cutting, bright and showy in the garden, of 
the easiest culture, succeeding with everybody, in short, irresistible in their wealth of charms, 
If the primitive varieties were such fragrant favorites in the old-fashioned garden, is it to be 
wondered at, with the wonderiully improved sorts of the present time, with increased size. 
better shape, greater quantity of bloom, with three or four flowers borne on astem, and with 
lovely new colors, that Sweet Peas are now enjoying unprecedented popularity? Bushy 
climbers, 4 to 6 feet high, flowering through summer and autumn from seed sown in the spring, 


SPECIAL NOTICE 2& NEW DEPARTURE [RoiieR iat Sweet Peas. 


There are too many so-called varieties of Sweet Peas offered to the public. Many of them are 
alike, or so nearly so that experts can scarcely distinguish them apart, 
The list of over one-hundred varieties is being added to at the rate of a 
dozen or more annually, and we feel that it is time to commence culling 
out the older varieties that have been improved upon, the newer sorts 
that have reverted back or are not improvements, and the sorts that 
have been offered under different names by different firms, which we have 
proved at our trial grounds to be thesame thing. There are, ol 
course, many excellent sorts in our discarded list, but a counter. 
part or an improvement has in all cases been retained; for in- 
stance, in the lavender section, Princess May, Countess Radnor 
and Celestial are all practically the same thing. Weretained the 
latter because it has been trued up better to the pure lavendei 
color. All other sections have had the same consideration. * 


We: 


An ounce of Sweet Peas contains 
about 300 seeds, enough to sow a 
single row 25 feet long. Our packets 
of all (excepting the Novelties) are 
liberal, containing about 75 S. 
enough to sow a single row 6 feet long. 


Oo” 


PACKETS 
of Named 


SWEET 
PEA SEEDS 


(Novelties excepted) 
contain about 


75 SEEDS, 


enough to sow a 
single row 6 feet 


MIXED SWEET PEAS. 


Sweet Peas, Mixed Colors. From thirty standard varieties, 5c. per large packet of about 100 seeds; 10c. pez 
oz. (300 to 400 seeds.) 20c. %4 lb., 50c. lb. Delivered free in U.S. 

Eckford’s Large-flowering Sweet Peas, Mixed Colors. Equal proportions from 25 named varieties, 10c. 
per large packet of about 100 seeds; 15c. per oz. (300 to 400 seeds.) 35c.%41b., 75e. lb. Delivered free in U. S. 


DOUBLE SWEET PEAS. 


The flowers of these do not all come double, but usually produce from 20 to 40 percent of double blossoms. 
In some uncongenial localities or situations they have proved very inconstant, producing no double flowers at all, 
but in such cases they make up for the deficiency in doubles by producing in greatest profusion large single flowers 
of beautiful colors. Only with this understanding with purchasers do we supply the seeds. Such flowers as do 
come double are of incomparable beauty. Sometimes they will all come double on one stem, sometimes all 
single, but generally doubles and singles are borne about half-and-half on each stem. 
Double Apple Blossom. Rose and blush...... Pkt. 10 Double Lottie Eckford. White and mauve...Pkt. 10 
Double Boreatton. Deep maroon................ SO Double Splendor. Rosy crimson 10 
Double Butterfly. White, lavender and blue......... 10 Double Senator. Striped blue, whiteandchocolate 10 
Double Captain of the Blues. Blue and purple.... 10 Double White. Pure white 10 
Double Duke of Clarence. Plum claret................ 10 Double Mixed Colors.............- 


Collection of Double Sweet Peas, 1 packet each of the above 9 separate sorts, 75¢. 


DOUBLE SWEET PEA. 


OUR LIST OF DISCARDED SWEET PEAS, 


WITH THE SUPPLANTING VARIETY WE RECOMMEND AS BEING SIMILAR AND SUPERIOR. 


Fea SELECT IN ner near SELECT IN PLACE, DISCARDED. SELECT IN PLACE, DISCARDED. SELECT IN PLACE. 
BOOS seteeee seeceecsscecscceeeseeNO, 67 OLIN G Fe ce lane nice cians seins iemcteiaiaicteys IN OnnmeL GOMON! QueeN ie scacecscskiesseccice ccs cNOsOL stri rhi ‘f 
Alba Magnifica .. . 55 Duchess of Edinburg............. No. 67 Little Derait SABRB ACOSO SAG Bons is 3 ae fines WHS Saas ae No. ifs 
American Belle a No. 3 Duke of York.:............:.... Yo. 9 Light blue and purple.. Purple Prince........-.s.sss0+ No. 8 
4 pple ploseom 2 No. ne EGE Of India Fecsse tec ccee No. 9 Madam Carnot.......... ueen of England cee No. 55 
ck b ns -f Vegana Acad No. 117 PNBetaeccec te ssisccticceececcses Yo, 85 Matiye Queen nests) noes. ccsst oss neeNOL 5S. lNOueentor thelsles seen No. 
Blushing Beauty..........-..-- No. 127 Fairy QUEEN......sseeececreccesess No, 47 Mikadoe Seiochseeasecceces pees ates nae eens No 3 
Eseloiy Indy Cia asaosangatesss Yo. 9 Fisher's Snowflake ............. . Yo. 55 Minnie Keepers ........... Rising Suny. eee es Bde "INO. 7 
Blue Be CacagsootSOOseSaseesé vO. 21 Gaiety SSCOO TON DOONO DONA AGOCIS 3630 vo. 5 Miss} Hunticccccscecseccelccs Scarlet Invincible : con me! No. 59 
Bora OM ccccccccs eccecccceese No, 121 GraceiMayzeorcccccceesericcess cess . 5d Mrs. Gladstone...........- Splendid Lilac ................. 0. 77 
ee O00 COSOOSTONIREOE 50085 No. 81 Grand) Blue iecrecceseccses Yo, 21 Nelly Jaynes .............. Splendourklecy.teeeseewee ee eecien ‘No. 67 
ao eer JOODDODORHTOCATIOS No. 21 Harvard eecccsssen o. 59 Orange Prince............ Striped red and white. No. 3 
ronze Prince . & Ignea....... No. 59 Ovidizseecnne 3 7 Striped Celestial No. 69 
Butterfly ...... yeh) Imperial Blt Yo. 21 Painted Lad vi Sultan : No. 85 
Captain Sharke . 59 Indigo King.. . 119 Primrose... Je The Queen No. 53 
Cardinal eee Yo. 59 Invincible Car Yo, 59 Princess Bea °. Vesuvius No. 53 
Carmen Sylva. OL Invincible Scarlet - 59 Prin ‘ Violet Queen No. 53 
Gonntess of Radnor . con rl PONS Htripediiacccwccscsecece 43 Princ White No. 55 
eolo ssi reeromn ene oe recee -No. Ba Eclcfordinessectcctscsonesacees Yo. 1 | Princess Victoria ....... ( Thite Wagloiesc.desseesesbee ‘No. 
Crown Princess of Prussia .......... No, 47 Lady Beaconsfield ...........sceseeeee No. 13 Purple Brows piriped fe acssewonesocees No. White agli ossaso ora ane ore a ag ee 


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TO flid in Selecting any Desired Color, we Classify the Varieties in General Color Effects, viz: 


IF YOU WANT 


SELECT FROM NUMBERS, 


IF YOU WANT 


SELECT FROM NUMBERS. 


IF YOU WANT SELECT FROM NUMBERS. 


Light yellow .........c::cccccc ceecccceeeeeneeee ZOVGSUS Tal O5 || Clavet) poset csccarccyscrseeeeen eee 23,129 | Edged blue on white and pink.................... 19, 27 
V8 1G) cncocaonandcntiisccone inoopbndbadascocoonsooaASroSoE OOO Moyet) PME LY O OM tatetevevcavens>reneees oe rstnacrussnsncntenntsnesthe decreased: 121 | Bdged red on pink..........0.-cccceeeereeees 83, 95 
Light blush pinks ..............0000. 1,17, 51, 97,127 | Purple with maroon................6.:.:es cesses eee 49, 85 | Striped crimson and white .....................665 8,43 
Deeper rose pink ....................:60.c0 T1, 79, 99, 111 | Indigo black.................c.cccsccssesseeeecesesseeeeceeeeeetnees 119 | Striped pink and white........................ 47, 89, 107 
Orange and salmon....................6.00+ 35, 75, 83, 93 Striped orange and white.................:ccee 5, 31 
Light carmine.................: 67, 101, 113, 125 | Heliotrope or reddish mauve ............... 45, 53, 61 | Striped lavender and white...............:.::cceee 69 
Crimson scarlet ...........0....ccccccccceeeessstnecereeees 59, 81 | Light lavender..................:::cceeee: 25, 37, 73 | Striped blue and purple and white ........ 65, 103 
Pink or red with white wings, 9,11,13,39,41,57 | Edged blue on white and lilac.................... 15, 77 | Striped chocolate and White ..........c sees 117 


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‘Collections of sweet Peas 


Alice Eckford. Large, round, expanded flower; standard creamy white, 
flushed apricot pink, 5c. pkt.; 15c. oz. 

America. Large, bold flower; white ground, striped with bright blood 
red, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Aurora. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Gigantic ex- 
panded shell-form; both standard and wings are flaked and striped with 
orange salmon on white, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Blanche Burpee. Large shell-form white flowers. 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Blanche Ferry. (See colored plate and description, page §5.) Deep rosy 
red standards; blush white wings ; exceedingly profuse, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Blanche Ferry, ‘‘ Extra Early.”’ <A selection from the above; of very 
dwarf, compact habit, and the earliest Sweet Pea in bloom. Splendid for 
forcing under glass, 5c. pkt.; 15¢. oz. 

Bronze King. Standards of a peculiar coppery rose; wings white; very 
robust and profuse, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Butterfly Improved (Maid of Honor). (See colored plate and descrip- 
tion, page 85.) An improvement over Butterfly in form, size and color, 
light blue on white ground; distinct blue edge, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

California. (See New American Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 

Captain Clark. White flushed and penciled; with pink wings edged 
blue, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Captain of the Blues. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) 
Large, expanded, shell-formed flower; standard purplish blue; wings 
deep blue, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Captivation. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Large, ex- 
panded, shell-formed flower; standard purplish claret; wings purplish 
lake, 5c. pkt.; 15c. oz. 

Celestial. Round shell-shaped flowers; standards delicate lavender blue; 
wings silvery lavender, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Columbia. (See New American Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 

Coquette. Deep primrose, shaded fawn, with a subtle tint of purplish 
rose, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Coronet. (See New American Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 

Countess of Aberdeen. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) 
Round hooded standard; wings white, blush pink, with darker pink 
margin; wings peach-blossom pink, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Countess of Powis. (See New English Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c.pkt. 

Countess of Radnor, Improved (New Countess). (See colored plate 
and description, page 85.) Large flowers of pure light lavender, 10c. 
pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Countess of Shrewsbury. Beautiful clear deep pink, suffused with light 
purple; wings pale blush pink; one of the grandest Sweet Peas, 10c. 
pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Crown Jewel. Creamy white standard; 
cream tinged rose, 5c. pkt.; 15c. oz. 

Cupids. White and pink. (See Novelties.) 

Daybreak. Standard white, watered and netted with crimson lake; 
wings white, clouded red, 5c. pkt.; 15c. oz. 

Dorothy Tennant. Very large, round, shell-formed flower of rosy 
heliotrope, deepening as the flowers age, 5c. pkt.; 10ce. oz. 

Duchess of York. An immense expanded shell-tormed flower, white, 
delicately flushed and barred with blush pink, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Duke of Clarence. A large, shell-shaped, hooded flower of velvety 
purplish maroon, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Eliza Eckford. Very distinct and beautiful. Standards blush pink, flaked 
and shaded deeper pink ; wings blush white, veined rose, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Emily Eckford. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) A 
superb large flower; standard rosy heliotrope; wings bluish heliotrope. 
The flowers become more blue with age, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Emily Henderson. (See colored plate ana description, page 85.) Abso- 
lutely pure white. Extra large, with broad, round standards that 
stand up boldly. The plants produce such an abundance of flowers 
that the plants appear as if covered with snow. 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Emily Lynch. (See New American Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 

Firefly. An intense glowing crimson scarlet; large flower; a profuse 
bloomer, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Golden Gate. A new freak in form; the wings stand upright and are 
curled in; color mauve and lavender, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Golden Gleam. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) 10c. pkt. 

Gray Friar. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Large, shell- 
Shaped flower, white clouded and minutely dotted with reddish lilac, 
10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 


veined violet rose; wings 


No. 
67 


69 


DOUBLE SWEET PEAS. 


CUSTOMER’S SELECTION of any six 5c. 
packets for 45c. ; any three 10c. packets of Sweet Peas for 25c. ; any six 10c. packets for 45c- 


e HENDERSON’S POPULAR COLLECTION of six named Sweet Peas, 20c.; twelve sorts, 35c. 
Collection of nine separate sorts, 75c. 


Her Majesty. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Alarge, bola 
tlower; standard bright rosy carmine ; wings ¢arminelake, 5c. pkt.; 10c.0z. 
Juanita. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Large, shell- 
shaped flower; white, with delicately flaked and striped rosy lavender, 
10c. pkt.; 20¢. oz. ‘ 
Katherine Tracy. Exquisite bright pink; a large, bold, perfect flower 
of much substance. Our repeated trials have shown it to stand our hot 
sun without wilting or fading, a great fault with Mr. Eckford’s delicate 
pinks in our climate, 5c. pkt.; 10¢. oz. 

Lady Nina Balfour. Crop a failure. 

Lady Penzance. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) A beauty. 
Standard deep bright orange-tinted rose; wings deeper rosy carmine; a 
large flower, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Lottie Eckford. White, suffused rosy lilac; whole flower:edged blue, 
5e. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Lovely. Pleasing shade of pink; wings delicate rose, a charmingly colored, 
large, grand flower, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Maid of Honor. (See Butterfly Improved.) 

Mars. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Bright fierycrimson, 
deepening with age. A large, expanded flower; a great advance on every 
crimson yet introduced, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Meteor. Large, round, expanded flower; standards orange pink, wings 
cerise pink, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Minnehaha. (See New American Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 

Monarch. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Very large, 
round, expanded flower; standard maroon purple; wings plum purple, 
5e. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Mrs. Eckford. A large flower of a charming primrose yellow; strong 
grower; profuse, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Mrs. Joseph Chamberlain. (See colored plate and description, page 
&5.) A large, round, shell-shaped flower of fine form; white ground, 
striped and shaded with bright rose, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Mrs. Sankey. A large white, sometimes flushed pink; the only white 
with black seed, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

New Countess. (See Countess of Radnor, Improved.) 

Novelty. Rich rosy red of an orange tinge, a very bright color, 5c. pkt.; 
10¢. 02. 

Oddity. Carmine pink, edged deep rose; peculiarly curled flowers; robust 
and profuse, 5c. pkt.; 15c. oz. 

Peach Biossom. Standards soft blush pink; wings deeper pink, 5c. pkt.; 
10e. 0z. 

Prima Donna. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Lovely 
soft rose pink, of large size and fine form, a great gem; very frequently 
bears four flowers on a stem, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Prince Edward of York. (See New English Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 
25¢. pkt. 

Princess of Wales. Large flower; profuse bloomer; white ground, 
striped blue and purple, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Queen Victoria. (See New English Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 

Ramona. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Large, shell- 
shaped flower, creamy white, delicately striped and flaked with carmiue 
blush, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Red Riding Hood. A new departure of fantastic form; the white keel is 
hooded over with rose-colored wings and blush pink standard; the 
flowers are borne in profusion, 3 and 4 on extra-long stems, and are 
deliciously fragrant, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Royal Robe. A fine shell-formed flower of an exquisite shade of deep rosy 
pink, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 

Royal Rose. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Standards 
deep carmine rose; wings a charming rosy pink, almost a self-colored 
flower, handsome shape and immense size, 10c. pkt.; 20c. oz. 

Salopian. (See New English Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 


| Senator. Very robust and profuse; white ground, striped with mahogany 


and chocolate, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 
Shazada. (See New English Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 
Stanley. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) A magnificent 
large flower; standard rich mahogany brown; wings garnet maroon, 
5e. pkt.; 10c. oz. 
The Bride. (See New American Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 
Triumph. (See New English Sweet Peas in Novelties.) 25c. pkt. 
Venus. (See colored plate and description, page 85.) Large, shetl- 
formed flower of soft rosy buff, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 
Waverly. Immense, open, shell-formed flower; standard rosy claret ; 
wings reddish purple, 5c. pkt.; 10c. oz. 


ackets of Sweet Peas for 25c., any twelve 5c- 


| HENDERSON’S ACME COLLECTION OF SWEET PEAS. (Shownincolors on page8&4 and described on page 85.) Twenty-two packets in all for $1.00. 


116 


MAMMOTH-FLOWERING SWEET SULTANS. 


WHITE, YELLOW AND RED. 


The old Sweet Sultan has long been a favorite garden annual of the easiest culture. These new mam- 
moth-flowering varieties are grand improvements, producing blossoms from 2% to 4 inches across, 
of graceful airy effect,and are most deliciously fragrant—they are simply invaluable for cutting for vases, 
and for wearing as corsage flowers they are maryelously effective. A number of people stepped into our 
store the past summer with bunches of either the yellow or white varieties that they had purchased from 
a near-by Italian flower peddler, wanting to get the seed or learn the name of ‘‘ these beautiful flowers.”’ 
Height, 2 feet. (See cut.) 

Mammoth White Sultan. (Centaurea Margaxrit®.) e...ccccccececececccocseeeeececccccensensecececcnsccecserereseee 
Mammoth Red Sultan. ((. odorata.)......15 Mammoth Yellow Sultan. 
The Old Sweet Sultan, Mixed Colors. Purple, white, etc. 11% feet 
The Old Yellow Sultan. Showy garden annual, much prized for summer bouquets; 
of bright yellow flowers, very fragrant. 11 feet 


SWEET WILLIAM. 


The Sweet William—one of the most 
admired of our garden flowers—has 
been a favorite for many years, on ac- 
count ofits hardy, vigorous growth, 
and rich profusion of bloom and ex- 
tremely easy culture. Hardy plants 
about 1 foot high, of extreme richness 
and variety of color, and also deli- 
ciously sweet-scented; for clumps or 
borders no plant can surpass this old 
favorite. (See cut.) 
Harlequin. Each head of flowers is 

composed of different-colored florets, 
SWEET WILLIAM, HARLEQUIN. such as dark crimson, white, pink, 
flesh, striped, etc.,etc., bringing out 


a vividness of coloring by the sharp contrasts. (See cut.) 
Henderson’s Perfection, Single Mixed. Large-flowering. Extra choice......00...00...000. 
Single Mixed............ 00000... Pkt. 5 Double Mixed ................ ans 
Henderson’s Perfection, Double Mixed. Large-flowering. Extra choice........................ 


THUNBERGIA ALATA. Collection of6 


Mixed Colors. Rapid-growing annual climbers; 
splendid for trailing over trellises, fences, etc., beau- 
tiful flowers borne in profusion; buff, white, 
orange, etc. 4 to 6G feet high..............c.cce0e Pkt. 5 


TORENIA. 


Beautiful plants for vases, baskets, etc.; they 
bloom continually during the summer in the open 
ground and also in the winter in the greenhouse. 
6 to 12 inches. 

Fournieri. Porcelain blue and rich violet; 
throat bright yellow; very free-flowering. 
IP Goietweseas cee as 

White Wings. is variety is unusually 
attractive, being pure white, with flush of 
rose at the throat........ oor Ke) 


MAMMOTH-FLOWERING SULTANS, 


TRITOMA UVARIA. 


(‘*‘Red Hot Poker Plant,” or “Torch Flower.’’) 
Splendid hardy perennial plants, admirably 
adapted for single clumps on the lawn oramong 
shrubbery, where its tall spikes of orange red 
flowers make an effective display from August 
until December. 4 to 5 feet......... ee ceeeeeeeee Pkt. 10 


VERBENA. 


For garden beds or massing the Verbena is unrivaled; flowers of the most 
brilliant colors, blooming continually from spring until late in the autumn. 
Although perennials, these form luxuriant plants and bloom profusely the 
first season from seed. 
Mixed! COlOrs iiicccccscoc.cncnccessucessccdccenccoscenseenetoa sre sabe nest eeehacene seeent Meee ane Pkt. 5 
Henderson’s Mammoth Verbenas. This distinct and beautiful race 
originated with, and was first introduced and named by us *‘Mammoth.”’ 
The average trusses measure 9 to 12 inches in circumference, and the indi- 
a 25c. silver piece. They bloom freely, are vigorous in growth, and the 
mixed contains all of the beautiful new colors and shades. (See cut.) 
Mammoth White............... Pkt.10 Mammoth Scarlet... Pkt. 10 


Mammoth Purple........... es . 10 Mammoth Pink............. 5 
Mammoth Auricula-eyed........ 10 Mammoth Mixed Colors....... 10 


The collection of above 5 separate colors, 1 pkt. each, for 40c. 


SINGLE SWEET VIOLETS. 


Favorite hardy plants, prized for their long-continued bloom and delicate odor. 
6 inches. (See cut.) (Double Violets do not seed.) 


Cornuta White Perfection. Large white, flowers profuse 


Pkt. 10 


Cornuta Admiration. Large purple.... . 10 
Cornuta Perfection. Large lavender flowers, " ¢ .10 
Lutea Grandiflora. Warse yollowe-rcviceccsscsavcsccccecssruseencrecercesvecesvueee LO 


Large-flowering. Hybrids between the sweet violet and the pansy, retaining the delight- 
ful violet perfume of the former with beautiful pansy-like blossoms 2 to 2% inches across, 
of much substance and a variety of beautiful colors, shades, markings, blendings, etc. The plants 
are hardy, vigorous, deep-rooting, forming compact tufted clumps; although hardy perennials they 
will bloom the first season from seed sown early. Mixed COlOrS ..........,.cceeceeeeeeeeseee ee vor ence epee cee. ot ome eae 10 


HENDERSON’S 


MAMMOTH 
VERBENA. 


WE DELIVER FREE Anywhere in the U.S. { ate"yisce. } all Flower Seeds, Vegetable Seeds, Bulbs and Books, {wncowetea. 


vidual florets on properly grown plants over 1 inch across—or larger than _ 


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VINCA, or PERIWINKLE. WINTER CHERRY, “JAPANESE GIANT." 


Handsome bushy plants, producing freely round single flowers 114 inches across 
suitable for either pot culture or sunny flower beds; tender perennial, but flowers 
the first season. 1% feet. 

Rosea. Bright rose .............. Pkt. 5 Rosea Alba Pura. Pure white....Pkt. 5 

Rosea Alba. White, with roseeye 5 Mixed Colors 

VALE R IAN Mixed Colors. Showy hardy perennials, 1% feet high, wi 

—_— —  «SOolarge heads of bright rose, scarlet and white flowers. Pkt. 

VI RGI N IAN STOCK Mixed. Charming dwarf annuals, with bright- 

$$ = =colored flowers, making the garden gay in early 

UUM OL) LAM OO tae lees eee ate Casares ees ivecsate Se RAP ENS 
VISCARIA Finest, Mixed Colors. Handsome annuals, making a 
——————_ splendid show when massed; large round single flowers of 

white, scarlet, blue, flesh, margined and marked with various colors. 1foot. Pkt.5 

WALL FLOWE R. Exquisitely fragrant long spikes of single or double 

———— flowers, hardy perennials. 

Single Large-flowering, Mixed.... 

Double Large-flowering, Mixed............ 

: Collection of 6 double Wallflowers, 50c. 

Single Annual Wallflower. Wallflowers are the most deliciously fragrant of 
all garden flowers, their cultivation has been restricted, however, because they 
did not bloom untilthe year after the seed was sown; this new annual variety will 
flower throughout the summer and fall, from seed sown the same spring. Every 
one should now grow some and enjoy the pleasing fragrance of the cinnamon- 
Colored flowers. (S€C CUL.)...cccccccccrscseesscessrsesscssssene Rass steve seatiobe ARs oth ovacc Teves Pkt. 10 


WISTARIA, Of iuxuriant and rapid growth, bearing in the spring immense 
: 4 —— panicles of purple or white flowers produced in great pro- 
fusion. 50 to 75 feet. — 


Wistaria, Chinese, blue... eeccceeeescessttereseees Pkt. 10 W E 66 

: SOs DUC oo -eeeeesseceseccs ess cseceeseeeeeteeseseneneesescssscseneesessseeeaeaes i. §) _(PHYSALIS 
ees 0 

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A remarkably showy annual of sturdy, erect branching habit, growing about 18 inches high. The branches are 
well covered with luxuriant, green foliage and studded with large, bright red cherry-like fruits, each enclosed in an 
enormous balloon-like semi-transparent calyx, about 3 inches long by 7 to 8 inches in circumference, at first of light 
green color, gradually changing, as they mature, to yellow, then orange, and finally to crimson. It is a bold, hand- 
some plant and gorgeously effective in the autumn garden, and equally as valuable when grown in pots for winter 


decoration in the house, or the colored balloon-like vessels can be used to great advantage with winter bouquets 
of dried grasses. The fruit is edible for those who like it. (See Cut.) ... ....cccccccsseeneececee eesserees Renae sctetrrccecavess Pkt. 15 


MAMMOTH-FLOWERING ZINNIAS. 


(Zinnia grandiflora robusta plenissima fl. pl.) 


The plants form handsome bushes 8 feet in height 
and the mammoth, perfectly formed double flowers 
measure 5 to 6 inches across, 
Mammoth Scarlet, Striped Gold. In- 
tense scarlet, striped with golden yellow. 
(SCGNCU ED) imecactantt-eas--sccsersstenactcrse= Pkt, 10 
Mammoth Salmon Rose. An ex- 
QUISItE COLOL ..........cceceseeeeeeeeeceeeeeee 10 
Mammoth Crimson . : 
Mammoth Orange.. 
Mammoth Yellow... is 
Mammoth White.................. 10 
Mammoth Mixed Colors. 
Comprising new and_ rich 
hues........+ CENCOSLOCCRDOSCOSRCHONOCONE 10 
The collection of 6 separate 
colors, d0c. 


VARIOUS 
ZINNIAS. 


Tall Double Mixed. Old 
tay PON Callies serecswetcamenes Pkt. 5 
Double Pompone. Long 
cone-shaped flowers; pretty. 
Mixed COlOUS 20.00... 0. scneee nee eens 10 


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ANNUAL WALLFLOWER, 


LILLIPUT ZINNIAS. 


Uncommonly pretty, thickly branching 
little plants, about a foot anda half high, 
and fairly bristle with tiny, short-stemmed, 
very double flowers, hardly exceeding a large 
daisy in size. Itcan be used with great success 
in a pot as well as for groups and borders. 


Lilliput, Scarlet Gem. Doublescarlet.Pkt. 10 
Lilliput, White Gem. Double white.......... 10 


HENDERSON’S “ZEBRA.” 


The flowers are perfect in shape, of all colors, 
such as orange, crimson, pink, yellow, violet, 
rose, scarlet, white, etc., three-fourths of which are 
striped, spotted and blotched with different 
shades, hardly any two plants producing flowers 
alike. Mixed COLOLrS.........0c..0 cecceeseceeeesers Pkt. 10 


“CURLED AND CRESTED ZINNIAS.” 


Large flowers, with petals twisted, curled and crested into the most fantastic © MAMMOTH-FLOWERING 
and graceful forms. Range of colors—orange, purple, pink, deep rose, yellow, etc. ZINNIA, 
The plants form compact bushes about 2 feethigh by two feet through..... Pkt.10 SCARLET, STRIPED GOLD. 


LARGE-FLOWERING DWARF DOUBLE ZINNIAS, 


For gorgeous summer and autumn display there is nothing that can equal in effectiveness the improved 
dwarf, compact-growing, large-flowering Zinnias; growing only 2 feet high and bearing flowers of immense § 
size, perfectly double, showing no centre, and as perfect in form as dahlias. (See cut.) 
Mixed Colors 


“TI ordered some Zinnias, your 
Maminoths, last year, and took 
the premium at the fair on them. 
They were fine, as all of your seeds 
prove to be; they were of immense 
size and much admired by all.” 


Collection of6 separate varieties 


YOU ARE ENTITLED TO A PREMIUM ON YOUR ORDER. For particulars, see page 6. 


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GLADIOLUS. 


This magnificent family contains hundreds of varieties, comprising all imagi- 
nable colors, shades and variegations, from the most gorgeous and dazzling to 
the softest and most delicate shades. They deserve to be grown inevery garden. 
For cutting they are invaluable, the flowers lasting in water a week. There is 
nothing in the floral kindom so easy of culture and so’sure to succeed as the 
“‘Gladiolus.’”’ They can be planted at any time from April to June 15th, and 
never iail to flower the same season; they grow in any gardensoilandcommence 
blooming in July, and by successive plantings every two or three weeks can be 
had in flower until checked by frost. The bulbs can be furnished by us until May 
a othe They are easily kept in a paper bag on any convenientshelf until planting 
ime. 


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Lip : Each. doz. per 100. 
“ All Colors Mixed ashe gerettatereeeseeseeereecsrseeseerereseeessreseeeee-D DUIDS for 10c. ... 30c. $1.75 
American Hybrids; Mixed: i:.08.002:5:5..::00 5. , See 5e. 50e. 3.50 


White and Light Varieties, Mixed......... 4e. 40c. 2.25 
Striped and Variegated Varieties, Mixed Ache 0ce 2.50 
Pink Varieties, Mixed.............. Soo cdo CHSC Eos arcoo scat anc anacreccdaooue eo nace 4c. 40c. 2.25 
Red and Scarlet Varieties, Mixed bulbsfor10c. ...  30e. 1.75 
Yellow Varieties, Mized.....................2:.e:ccccccccesseesnccesescsnscsonsseeuceeserecses 5e. 50c. 3.00 
Scarlet and Pink, with White Throats. ae Cs eEDOC: 3.50 
Lemoine’s Butterfly Gladiolus, Mixed... ceccccccceceseeeeeseseeeeeee 4e. 40c. 2.25 


Single bulbs and dozens delivered free 
in the United States, but to the 100 price, if wanted 
by mail, add 85c. for postage. 


LADIOLUS IN 
COLLECTIONS. 


) Delivered tree anywhere in the United States. 


Bijou Collection, 12 extra choice seedlings, unnamed, 


Caachi differen tee ee oko ccecseie coteac eestor neene ene $0.75 

HENDERSON’S NEW “‘BOUQUET” Rainbow Collection, 12 choice named varieties........ 1.00 
GLADIOLUS.—See page 119. Lemoine’s Large Spotted. Collection of 12 choice 

MAMEALVATISHIES Hs «accom ene cen ccstee ta ccets eaten es sect cerccoeeeetaes 1.00 


Special Set of 12 Really Grand Gladiolus, containing the following varieties 
described on opposite page: Africain, Ali, Aurora, Chrysolora, Duchess of Edinburgh, 
Flamboyant, Grand Rouge, Mile. Mies, Mr. Bains, Pactole, Snow White and The Queen 1.75 

Collection of the 90 Named Varieties offered on page 119..................:..:::cscees 12.00 


NEW GIANT GLADIOLUS. 


Gorgeous Colors and Marvelous Markings._—§___-—__ 
fee Enormous Flowers the Size of Tea Plates. 


This new race of extraordinarily beautiful Gladiolus represents the grandest achievementsin 
the perfection of this genus since its introduction. The flowers havereached ENORMOUS DIMEN- 
sions, often 7 to 9 inches across, far SURPASSING any others and much resembling, Orchids of 
the brightest hues and mostcurious designs. Every color known among Gladiolus is repre- 
sented, and many never before seen, many having beautifully mottled and spotted throats, 
made up of white, crimson, pink, yellow, ete., of unsurpassed beauty. (See cut.) 
Burlington. Bright pink, tinged orange scarlet, throat white and carmine mottled. 

Dr. Seller. Deep rosy crimson, centre of petals rayed with white, throat mottled and spotted 
on pure white. 
Lael. Soit pink with carmine throat; the whole flower has a peculiar metallic orange lustre. 
Mohonk. Dark pink, shaded with orange and flaked maroon, throat spotted. 
Mezinscott. Bright blood scarlet, with velvety blackish crimson blotches and white mot- 
tling in throat. 
Splendour. Splendid flower of softest rose color, large magenta stains and purple and white 
mottlings. 
Torchlight. Flamescarlet flowers, throat mottled and spotted white and violet. 
Waukesha. Salmon pink, large primrose throat, mottled crimson. 
Yolande. Pure white, with blush tintings, large brilliant crimson throat. 
Wm. Falconer. Exquisite rosy pink, mottled with blush, throat spottedcrimson and purple. 
Ruby. Deep ruby red, with light violet and white mottling in throat; exceedingly rich. 
Mrs. W.N. Bird. Beautiful rosy lilac, crimson and white mottlings in the throat. 
Price for any ofthe above varieties, 25c. each; any three for 60c.; any six for $1.00; 
or the collection of 12 for $2.00. 
Giant Mixed Gladiolus, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. UDelivered freeanywhere in the United 
States. 


9QUR FREE PREMIUMS ON PAGE 6. 
Z==— DO NOT MISS THEM. 


NEW GIANT GLADIOLUS, 


=> --..SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS: :: 


CHOICE NAMED GLADIOLUS. =< 


The exquisite beauty of the CHOICE NAMED GLADIOLUS is not sufficiently known. Many rare varieties 
do not propagate fast enough to enable us to put them in mixtures, which is the way the majority of people 
get Gladiolus. Therefore, to induce trial of these magnificent sorts, we offer them at very low prices. 


Each. Each. 
Abricote. Large rounded petals of a very fresh apricot-rose, Latone. Tall and very compact spike; fine flowers of a delicate 
TAN GEM UAC Mele veccceisiecs sie teneeeescenees Calcielelclefaictsielseteeicieiesicteicins 50 rose, with creamy white blotch and stripes........ ...-+...eee0e5 15 
Addison. Dark amaranth, with white stripes....... sae asise tie wine 10 | Leander. Large flower of lilac color, beautifully shading off 
Atricain. Darkest crimson black, with a pure white blotch in to carmine; distinct white band in each petal, and conspicuous 
the throat. The darkest and one of the finest colors; large LUE DOO Non Scop poonauagqanacdononggooaodeDODNIgyO pO eeleisjelscelsisicis 1 
flower and spike............ Miacrasts aboo Sogaoocoscodsabosusouodede 15 | Lord Byron. Brilliant scarlet. blotched pure white ............ 10 
Ali. Tall and compact spike with numerous and perfectly Loredan. Bright cherry-rose flowers, speckled with creamy 
arranged flowers. The ground of the upper petals is of a very white, and slightly shaded with slate color at the edges of the 
pale creamy rose, striped and penciled cherry-red; lower SIE ideo cood podeohgnsenoncaggpodanod boooDoHBoogAeaoKomooopoSecdad 20 
petals yellow, with a rose sheen, and finely rayed or striped Madame Auber. Compact spike of extra large and well- 
purplish red. ............. ooaecoooeoNd {odgoengegononopoooodeconE6eR 25 shaped flowers of a very pale rosy lilac; blotch creamy white; 
Amalthee. Pure white, with large violet-red blotch; ground of dappled light rose on some of the flowers...... clefee sclelleisiovesecies 5U 
the corolla velvety-violet, the lower petals slightly tinted with Madame Monneret. Delicate rose...........0eeeseeeese ceeeeens 5 
WO scGaroe50cea9a pancoopso doccocne SasedeceocrocHocandbeneeorcodbese 10 | Martha Washington. Light yellow, of large size, in a well- 
Amitie. Large spike of large, fleshy, rose-colored flowers, arranged spike; lower petals tinged with rose...........-+e00005 5 
shaded with straw color on the lower petals, streaked with Masearille. Compact and very regular spike of middle-sized 
purple; the edge flamed with bright rose .....................055 15 flowers, very open and well shaped, of a beautiful salmon-rose 
Andre Leroy. Deep cherry-red, flamed and striped with a Colon enmeaeaeeceie ee 5 gosdgouacadogaTcoaasa ndonsddacoogad 40 
caper shade; white blotch and white stripe in centre of Caan OES Brilliant scarlet, flamed with vermilion; amaranth- 
petal. ....... eect ee eeeceeeseeer sees SESSOC OCS SSS See nc nse ec oeenncnn re OUCH elstetoteteis stnactelaternioeasicce classiest sisetetemicietceteicineicele sion icteiee 1b 
Angele. White, showy and effective. ........ WWactionoobdSogeodEnoe 1¢ | Mlie. Maries Mies, Delicate rose, flamed with carmine: slight 
Antonius. Scarlet-cherry, slightly tinged with orange, flamed blotch of rosy purple; dense spike....... see eeccccccccecescecene sQ0 
carmine; pure white blotch... ............ cence cee cee cc cesseceeece 10 
Archduchess Marie-Ohristine. White, slightly tinged with 
lilac, flamed rosy-CarMmine......... 2... eee cece ete eee eee ees 10 
Aurore. Bright salmon-rose, striped orange, carmine and 
lilac; blotch cherry-rose, streaked lilac. ...................0.05 15 


Baroness Burdett-Ooutts. Delicate lilac tinged with 
rose, flamed rosy-purple; spike very long, flowers unusu- 
ally large............... mleieieisieis,s/elels viojeis(vie)elel-ieieielsys (sieve elnieisieiece 30 

Bayard. Large, carmine-red flowers, slightly tinged 
with lilac, and delicately banded with white in the 
centre of. the petals.............. cc cece cee eee eens 2d 

Bicolore. Large flowers of bright rosy salmon, 
except lower petals, which are ivory-white 


suffused with rose at edges.............. 25 RR . a: 
Blondine. Tall, compact spike of large, QX \\ \\ 
straw-colored flowers, slightly streaked at SX GAG \ N 
the edges with rosy lilac; very delicate SN \ 

GING scocosiscqasageoeadocadS GoaaegeconN AGM 25 Bo Ss 

Bouquet. (Seecut.) Large and beautiful * NK 
flowers produced all round the spike, 
creamy white, faintly striped with laven- 
der; small carmine blotches on lower 
petals, zoned with yellow........ . -..60 

renchleyenais. Vermilion scarlet; fine 
old VERON naacooepssoanc0QadaDGaNG ao! 

Oalypso. Flesh-colored rose, streaked 
rose and blotched carmine........... 5 

Gaatatae AG eRe ere ore } : AN Yi gy & > AY Romulus. Very brilliant dark red; 
white bands down the middle of each _— \ \ 4 =p large, pure white blotch; large white 
Srenicue ieee te yeaa) Cet in Les mann ee OS 
str 1olet..... eee wesc weer ess rece iH eduction. Ss n , 

Carnation. Fleshy white, profusely and open, throat very clear, with large 
tinged at the edges aS une chest Aye lotch, and tie feathered eae Oa) 
earmine; lower petals blotched pur- akeapeare. ite; vel slightly 
plish carmine...........665 cece eee eee 10 suffused with carmine-rose; large, rosy 

Oeres. Pure white, spotted with purplish DWO Nchondsgdadsaonadar HocanAoDRDCOUOOLC 10 


DOSE -codacaassdd00 cocdoognoogonoooRnGDoo 5 Snow-White. Pure snow-white, the onl: 
Champs de Mars. Solferino, distinct pure white Gladiolus in existence. I6 

white blotch, bordered carmine........ 20 also has large, well-open flowers, and am 
Chrysolora. Golden-yellow, pure and dis- enormous spike of the most perfect and 


beautiful shape. (See cut.) ....0......ee eee 20 
Stanley. Handsome spike of well-shaped 
flowers, very open, large, rosy salmon, 
flamed all over with the deepest rose color; 


tinct. The finest yellow variety......... 25 
Conquete. Large and fine flower of bright 
cherry-red, with a conspicuous pure white 
bloteh; upper petals striped with delicate 


OSE heres eteietete ersten eee sila See bs wit atlas wicins 10 small, rosy yellow blotch...........:0++s0e-seees 30 
Coralie. White, tinted with rose and yellow; Y Teresita. per petals of pure white, suffused 
flamed with bright rose; yellow blotch......... 20 with rose and striped carmine at the edges; 
Oorsaire. Compact spike, large flowers of a very lower petals pale rose, largely blotched an 
intense dark and velvety-scarlet and tinted with ‘ striped with bright violet...... ......eecce2 ceeeeseees 15 
LOW Nie the ed Pe aw nn ots winlclscrcraiciarclene Ristieiieeweieieie ce 25 The Queen. Grand immense flowers, white, tinged 
Diamant. Fleshy white, of a remarkable freshness; with blush and flaked carmine......-.....c0.0e0eeeveeeee 20 


Therese de Vilmorin. Tall spike; flowers of a creamy 


throat ivory-white; blotched and streaked carmine....10 * 
white, passing into pure white, with a few purplish rose 


Duchess of Edinburgh. Fine form and substance; plant 


strong, attaining a height of 6 feet; purplish rose, witha StripeS IM CENTTE...... 0... eee eee ce cece ence en ee ee eeeeeees 40 
carmine stripe on the lower divisions... ...........--.+.05- 15 Van Spandonk. Fiery red; splendid.................+2+055 10 
Emma Thursby. White ground, carmine stripes through Victor Jacqueminot. Fine compact spike of bright 
petals; blotch on the lower division...........-..---.--.---+ 15 orange flowers, profusely flamed with scarlet; ground 
Eugene Scribe. Flowers very large and wide, perfect, violet; blotch bright violet, streaked and speckled pure 
tender rose, blazed carmine-red, extra fine.........-...-.-+ 5 WANG) nanonondsocaondoooon dndc cooceuoboobooN cusconUDOGgUOUGdEaG 30 
Eugene Souchet. Bright rose color, relieved by a large Mr. Bains. A beautiful, distinct color, a clear light red, Virgil. Bright glowing crimson; very handsome.......... 10 
white blotch and stripes rising from the intense color at SOL COLOT cee eee eee en aay 3 20| Zampa. Fine, open flowers, which are often double; beau- 
theved Soo ttheperalsw wees en. Jar sain acer rane 25 | Mr. Krelage. Terra cotta red, flamed with smoke-color ; tiful tender rose, mottled at the edges with carmine; pur- 
Fatma. Very large flowers of ivory-white ground, pro- white blotch with carmine lining ...............000.ccseeees 15| plish carmine feather...........0seee sees sees neeeeeanes ceee LD 
NY oes ed and suffused with bright rosy salmon; | Mrs. E. Ho Krelage. Fiery red; white blotch, with car- 
viole OLC Ti epete etcetera tetera slate leietaled tsioteteteletcieretslerstatettaveleletelerel=ic Min OvaNndavelns-ee ae Ce eee eee 25 
Remon ctmiielt opened flowers: with aver yam nive Chr one, Wavoleon Lt Bright scarlet; WARS Aine an each petal... 5 LEMOINE’S GLADIOLUS. 
richly tinted and striped with carmine at the edges of the ereide. Long and compact spike of large flowers of a A 
Se pals HON Mer 70 LE OMe Naa: SRR bill amstistore tiacan nose taut cen eet hilaeablotehed bright | Engelasiri. Very deep pink; lower petals blotched bright 
Flamboyant. Large flowers of fiery scarlet..............-. (bi | eavioletareAtorandiflowerteeemeee alee ee eeeee nen ae sont Hoe pac 0OO0RG00aG Cap aoUCoRed. qocceeatet seen ss ratte 10 
Flamingo. Fiery red, blotch of rich purple; large spike of | Octoroon. A beautiful salmon-pink; very distinct......... 15 | Entant de Nancy. Flowers medium-sized, purplish red, 
Mielleanran peditlOwers sive snise canoe cae oe dace eens nese ens 30] Oriflamme. Erect, dense spike of very numerous, large, lower petals deep crimson. Color and blotching entirely 
Fleur de Lys. Fine compact spike of large, pure white rosy orange flowers, a little paler in the centre; lower unknown heretofore in Gladioli....... gine nses sss +. 10 
flowers, slightly blotched violet at th bottom of the throat.40| petals very slightly tinged golden yellow and streaked | Incendiary. Velvety dark red; RSL ars slo) 
Gallia. Very long spike of large and handsome rosy white GCATMINE Shes save calees cascades cen eneeee BR ice sia 7 7% | Lamartine. Large flowers, rosy flesh, large bright maroon 
flowers, flushed bright carmine at the edges ...... ...-.... 30| Pactole. Beautiful yellow, slightly tinged with rose at the blotch on the lower petals . ononaac press cgoo po. A Abecc ee --10 
Gen. Phil. Sheridan. Fire-red, white line running through edges; blotch of darker shade.............. cc ceeceeceee ee 15 | Lemoinei. Good-sized flowers, closely set on the spike; 
each petal and a large pure white blotch on the lower Panorama. Large spike of well-arranged flowers, beauti- upper petals of Creamy, white color, tinted salmon-red, 
division ..... =000 .coSeCSEORO oboe soparacbeonSasEaoroenopooD0Odd 10} ful lilac shaded and mottled with brilliant carmine; throat the lower ones spotted with deep purplish crimson, bor- 
Gen. Sherman. Large, fine scarlet.... ........-.-..5 ......15 | _ creamy white; centre of each petal banded white......... 15 | , dered with bright yellow and salmon-red ..........  . 10 
Grand Rouge. Large flowers of bright scarlet, small Papillon. A compact, well-formed spike, with flowers of a Sceptre d’Or. A combination of light and deep yellow 
THROES OG soGq088 Lael abana. AeEOREOdaD toe Gonaced aaboppcrnad 15| yellow ground, conspicuously flaked and bordered with shades, with maroon blotches. One of the very best 
Gulliver. Large, bright carmine flowers, with conspicuous CATION Gg ast a eee oe aR ee rece ne it 15 ellows found among Gladiolus. ..-. 1... 6sssseeeeeeereeee 10 
white bands in the middle of each petal; pale yellow | Pepita. Bright golden yellow flowers, slightly striped car- + E. Gumbleton. Flowers very large and open; pur- 
blotch, slightly streaked violet.... .......-.-..--2eeeeee ++: 15| mine at the edges of the petals, towards the end of the plish rose, streaked with rich carmine; spots velvet, sure 
fHesperide. Profusely blotched and flaked bright rosy MOMmerIN PS SCASONN see ee Oe eee eee LE 19 | rounded with yellow, an unusually beautiful variety... ..10 
salmon on a pure white ground. ... -.- ce peeeeicn scans 15 | Proserpine. Rosy white.................... E500. BECO OC DEEBOE 10 
Isaac Buchanan. Very fine yellow.......-..... . 5| Pyramide. Perfect spike, broader at the lower part than BULBS PRICED at 
John Bull. White, slightly tinged with sulphur........... 5 at the top; large, well-expanded orange-rose. ............. 10} 6&e. each will be supplied at ................. $0.50 per doz. 
La Candeur. White, lightly striped with carmine-violet. 15 | Reine Victoria. Pure white, carmine-violet. blotch....... 10}10e. “ 5 a bo .. 1.00 s 
Lamarck (de). Cherry, slightly tinted with orange, blazed Richard OCceur-de-Lion. Fine spike of large flowers of a 15e, ‘“ sf a are 1.50 fn 
with red; centre is very well lighted, very large, pure bright crimson-red color flamed and edged with garnet; 20ce f “S =o ¢ .. 2.00 ee 
white stain........-- Foe ae GoodosOS KoUT=OdE0DE "woOseOGaogn20C 10 lower petals spotted and blotched golden yellow........... 15|25e. “ <6 Srna tatise ced Aes - 2.50 © ete. 


THE ENTIRE SET OF 90 NAMED GLADIOLUS, °" Pics, For” $12.00, Pie oxime Stee = ™ 


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Except 
Noted. 


CALADIUM : : $ 
ESCULENTUM. a, — 
(Elephant’s Ear.) Grand tropical-looking plant. A 
favorite for specimens on the lawn, or for bordering 
large sub-tropical groups. In deep, rich soil, if freely 


watered, they produce enormous leayes, frequently 4 
ft. long by 3 ft. wide. Height, 4 to Sift. (See cut.) 


Circumference. Price. Postage extra. 
Extra size...12 in. and over...30c., $3.00 doz...15¢. ea. 
Birst “<* 2.39) Ke OCH) (2. O00KRS eel OC. ce 
Second “ ... 6 “ Kee LOCe eal OO wecres. tOC. 


OGINNAMON VINE. 


(Dioscorea batatas.) Beautiful summer climber; 
glossy foliage and fragrant flowers; stem dies down 
in winter, but the root is hardy. Large selected roots, 
5c. each, 50c. per doz. 


GOOPERIA DRUMMONDII. 


(Evening Star Flower.) Planted outin the garden 
inthespring, aclump of 12 to 25 ormore, 4 to 6 inches 
apart, will bloom successively from May to Septem- 
ber; the flowers are star-shaped, with long tubes, pure 
white and exquisitely fragrant with the odor of prim- 
roses. (See cut.) 3for10c., 30c. per doz., $2.00 per 100. 


GRINUM KIRKII. 


This magnificent variety produces flowers of the 
greatest beauty. Usually, two flower stalks of dark 
purplish color are sent up at the same time, each bear- 
ing alarge umbel composed of a dozen or more enor- 
mous lily-like flowers of wondrous beauty and fra- 
grance. The petals are broad and pure white, with a deep 
reddish purple stripe through the centre. (See cut.) 
Extra large bulbs, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 


Giant Summer Hyacinth. 


(Hyacinthus Candicans.) Luxuriant, free-growing, 
summer-flowering plant, spreading 2 to 3 feet, throw- 
ing up'great, tall spikes 4 to 5 feet in height, each bear- 
ing 20 to 30 large white bell-shaped flowers; of easiest 
culture and splendid for groups. (See cut.) 5c. each, 
50c. per doz. Seed, ——— 
per packet, 10c. jae 


FOUNDE 


Aa Gee ED 1847 


BESSERA ELEGANS. 


(Mexican Coral Drops.) 
Exquisite and tree-blooming. The flowers are borne 
in graceful umbels of 12 to 20, on stems 1 to 2 feet 
high, and open in succession during fully two 
months of summer and autumn. 
quently throws up from 6 to 10 spikes in 
Color, bright vermilion marks 
For an effective dis- 
play, at least 12 to 25 or more bulbs 
should be grown in groupsin a sunny 
bed, planted about 6 inches apart. 5c, 
each, 40c. per doz., $2.50 per 100. 


ed with rosy white. 


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MADEIRA VINE. 


The old favorite ‘‘Climbing Mignon- 
Thick, glossy leaves, and long, 
hanging stems of feathery fragrant white 
5c. each, 50c. doz., $3.50 per 100. 


Montbretia Grocosmiflora. 


This is one of the most floriferous and showy 
of summer-flowering plants, and destined to great 
Planted 6 inches apart in a group in ¢ 
sunny position and allowed to remain undisturbed for 

, form magnificent clumps, producing, in 
iceful spikes bearing from 18 to 30 showy 
star-shaped flowers of orange suffused with red. 
the first season. 


several yea 
great 
They flower freely 
3 for 10c., 25e. per doz., $1.75 per 100. 


LILIES. 


Auratum. Immense white flowers spot- Each. Doz. 


ted crimson, with golden stripes.. 
— Extra large Dulbs..........ccseeceeeeeseeeeee ees 
—Pictum. White, red, yellow and 
SLI PCOesscocusscsecerccocssstesnsonccarsossnnscsasscccns 
—Platypetallum. Immense flowers, 
white, striped and spotted yellow......... 
—Vittatum Rubrum. White, striped 
TECANG SPOGLed crcccessenr cece cn-eccncnetesstenenss 
—Witteii. White, striped yellow, no 
SDOUtS. .22..cecececcsencoscescoscascescassenconsssensssntiess 
Brownii. White, tinged chocolate outside 
Canadense. Our native Lily, yellow, 
BpOtted med teceepecesctcnsccsscoveraconeonse-eeeeceeen 
Flavum. <A pure yellow variety of 
ADOWC eraser eettes cet aee seawcnecscnnnccasspmnnccassesstene 
—Rubrum. Crimson, with darkerspots 
Elegans Incomparable. Dark red..... 
— Alice Wilson. Bright lemon yellow 
—-Bicolor. Red, striped and spotted 
SV CLO Woe teeraeeren et neces snscesnestansvasnceentenasestiens 
Excelsum., (Isabellinum.) Nankeen yel- 


Lancifolium Album. Pure white........ 
—Roseum. White,shaded and spotted 
TOSCO: Se Re eee 
—Rubrum. Rose, shaded and spotted 
TOC oa meas ecuesbeerecesecnensne me eoteeneln 
—Melpomene. Crimson, spotted 
D1OO Gare eee cere ccvescseescccsescosmans aceeacees 
Leichtlinii. Canary yellow,spotted red 
Longifiorum. White trumpet-shaped 
TONY ELS Sree serececscreceneneceebenrteneteenoerncnenencceas 
Martagon. Red, spotted purple.......... 
Philadelphicum. Orange, spotted 
DUNp lessees s-= Raaeeclscacntanestescncetenercneeeeeseee 
Pomponicum Rubrum. Orangescarlet 
Speciosum. (See Lancifolium.) 
Superbum. Orange, tipped and spotted 
TO ree nc csnccscccscdccucsdeatentaschweneunccsscurtensaee 
Tenuifolium. Small, graceful, scarlet. 
Tigrinum, The well-known Tiger Lily... 


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Premiums, 


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POANCRATIUM C)ALATHINUM. 


Handsome clusters of large striking, very fragrant, pearly 
white flowers. Bulbsshould be kept warm and dry,and 
planted outin the middle of May. They will then 
commence flowering in July. It is also admirably 
adapted for pot culture, and can be forced into 
flower in 6 to 8 weeks’ time. (See cut.) 25¢. 
each, $2.50 per doz. 

ALL BULBS DELIVERED IN THEU. S. FREE 

except where noted. 


MILLA BIFLORA. 


(Mexican Star or Frost Flower.) 

A beautiful Mexican summer-blooming bulb. A group 
of them is always in flower after the middle of summer 
and very attractive. Flowers, star-shaped, 2 inches 
across, clear waxy white, of greatsubstance, enlivened by 
a irost-like sparkle; the fragrance is delightful. Place a 
stalk in water and the flowers will all open; we have seen 
11 stalks shoot up successively from one bulb. The bulbs 
flower profusely and with great certainty. Height, 12 to 
18 inches. For an effective display, groups of 12 to 25 
or more should be planted about 6 inches apart in a 
sunny bed. 3for10c.30c. per doz. $2.00 per100. (Seecut.) 


OXALIS, Summer-Flowering. 


Valuablefor edging walks, flower beds, etc. Bulbs planted 
3 inches apartform roundedrows of delicate foliage, about 
1 foot high, which produce flowers in endless succession. 
Lasiandra. Rosy pink, 15c. per doz., $1.00 per 100. 
Deippa. Rosy white, 15c. per doz., $1.00 per 100. 


~» TIGRIDIAS. ~ + 


(Peacock or Shell Flower.) Extremely handsome sum- 
mer-flowering bulbs, growing about 2 feet high, producing 
large, gorgeous flowers, exquisitely spotted; they flower 
very freely throughout thesummer. (See cut.) 
Conchiflora. Dark yellow, large red spots. 5c. each, 

40c. per doz. 

Pavonia Grandiflora. Large bright crimson, centre 
mottled with yellow. 5c. each, 40c. per doz. 

Grandifiora Alba. Pearly white, with a yellow cup 
gorgeously spotted witherimson. 5c.each, 50c. per doz. 

Grandifiora Lilacea. Large-flowering lilac with purple 
and wide spots in centre. 5c. each, 50c. per doz. 

Grandifiora Rosea. Bright rose, large-flowering. 5c. 
each, 50c. per doz. 

Grandifiora Aurea. Pure deep golden yellow. 5c. 
each, 50c. per doz. 

Grandiflora Immactlata (new). Pure spotless white. 
10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 

1 Bulb each of the ahove 7 for 30c. 


PANCRATIUM. 


ved pear” T UBEROSE. 


This purewhite, perfectly double, delightfully fragrant 
flower, invaluable for bouquets, is too well known to 
need any description. It delights in a strong, rich, deep, 
well-drained warm soil; manure, heat and water are 
essential to its perfect development. This variety, which 
we introduced and named, grows only 24 inches, about 
half the height of the old double sort, and the flowers 
are nearly twice the size (often two inches in diameter), 
and imbricated like a Camellia; deliciously fragrant. 
(See cut.) Extra size bulbs, 4c. each, 35c. per doz., or 
by express, purchaser paying carriage, 25c. per doz., 
$1.75 per 100. 


EARLY-FLOWERING BRANCHING 
TUBEROSE, “‘ ALBINO.’’ 


A single white Tuberose. The flower spikes are very 
large and evenly filled; flowersin July and August, 
throwing from two to five flower stemsfrom a single 
bulb, and these again are often branched. The petals 
recurve gracefully, which adds greatly to the size of the 
individual flower; it is entirely free from the brown tint 
common to the old sort on the back of the petals, being 
of the purest waxy white, making it most valuable 
for cut flowers. When first seen, if might be said to 
resemble a Stephanotis, or some species of Jessamine as 
much as a Tuberose, both in appearance and fragrance, 
for the odor is less heavy than that of the ordinary 
Tuberose. 5c. each, 50c. per doz. 


TUBEROSE, “Silver leaf.” 


Showy and effective, even when not in bloom, the 
foliage being distinctly striped, white and green. Each 
bulb frequently throws up two or more spikes, 3 to 4 
feet high, each bearing from 25 to 40 pure white, waxy 
flowers, much like an orange flower or Stephanotis, with 
a delicate and enchanting perfume. They flower several 
weeks earlier than double Tuberoses, and the bulbs bloom 
year after year. 5c. each, 50c. per doz. 


Rosea. 


DOUBLE PEARL TUBEROSE. 


ZEPHYRANTHES., 


Beautiful dwarf bulbous plants, flowering in 
profusion during the summer. Y 
Atamasco. White, suffused with flesh color; hardy. 

3 for 10c., 25c. per doz., $1.50 per 100. 
Candida. Large-flowering, pure white. 3 for 10c., 30e. 


per doz., $2.00 per 100. 
Large flowers, 3 to 4 inches across, of the most exquisite 
rose pink. (Seecut.) 5c. each, 40c. per doz., $2.50 per 100. 


ZEPHYRANTHES 


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HE ease with which Water Lilies and Aquatics are cultivated, the certainty of 
handsome results the same season they are planted, the magnificent flowers 
of great variety of form and color, their delicate perfume and the great fascina= 
tion in growing them, is making the water garden widely popular. All of 
the varieties may be grown in half-barrels or tubs two-thirds full of weil-enriched 
soil covered with an inch or two of sand, filled with water and placed in a sunny 
position in the lawn or a fountain basin, though the cultivator generally becomes so 
enthusiastic in a season or two that an artificial pond is created, which is easily done 
and at small cost. We cannot send out Water Lily plants until warm weather, about 
the middle of May. 


wi) HARDY NELUMBIUMS, 


pA yy 
OR LOTUS. 
HA RD VY NYMPHAAS. BACH. Noble aquatics, immense double flowers and gigan- 
eee ‘ é z tic leaves, both borne from 3 to 6 feet above the sur- 
Ny.alba Candidissima. Large-flowering, pure white English face. The flowers are frequently a foot across; easily 
Water Lily, early................ sesseessees ceseesecesecesseescesseeseenesasensenees -75 | cultivated in either ponds or tubs. (See cut.) 
—- flava. Florida yellow Lily aN .30 TAGE 
—— Laydekeri rosea. Small flowers, profuse, delicate pink, — _ N.speciosum. Egyptian or Sacred Lotus. 
Geepening With! Ae. --....... 0. -vs-e-ccenc-snc-secesseessacss-nasssosses saucneocndae 2.50 White, shading to deep pink at the edges........ Tb 
NY. MARLIACEA VARIETIES. Hardy as rocks; strong | N. album grandiflorum. White Lotus. Pure 
growers, flowering very freely throughout the season; the earliest | _ white; exceedingly beautiful; scarce................ 2.00 
and the latest in bloom; fine broad-petaled double flowers, about 5 | N.album striatum. Striped Lotus. White, 
inches across. striped at the edges with carmine.................... 2.00 
Ny. Marliacea albida. Sparkling white, fragrant............... 1.25 | N.roseum. Rose Lotus. Uniform deep rose.. 1.50 
— —carnea. Rosy flesh, vanilla-scented..............:::::ee:eeee 1.25 | N. Kermesinum. Pink Lotus. Bright rosy 
—— — chromatella. Large,clear yellow,fragrant. (See cut.)  .50 JOD her eno peor secsadanacso scar abcostco-CoSTRCEEOaCLG 2.00 
— — rosea. Large, rosy Pink.............ccccccsseesceceeese eeeee teens 1.50 | N. luteum. American Yellow Lotus. 
— odorata alba. Our native white Pond Lily (doz., $2.00) .20 Bright sulphur yellow............... 60 
EACH. . 
— Caroliniana. Immense flowers 
Of (SalMOn Epi NKieiissstc-set.sccesscasesacccuscazas 1.50 , 
—exquisita. Rich carmine rose 1.50 Grmin ati ilees 
——-gigantea. Giant-flowering or WATER 
white PONG) yiicie-ccsce.s. octastccserscsoscersee 25 LILIES AND 
— — maxima. New giant-flowering, A QUATICB,” 
white; the finest of the odorata type... 1.00 40 pages aE 
— — minor. Small white Pond Lily, aaa eld 
very profuse, fine for tubs.................... .20 gives Ginees 
—-— rosea. Cape Cod pink Pond tions for pre- 
Mal Vieeccteresaee acececcteseheacidc.coscessosvessesei sve 50 paring arti- 
———sulphurea. Large yellow fra- ficial ponds, 


grant flowers 
—pygmea. © » white 
Water Lily; flowers no larger than a 
silver half-dollar; leaves only 2 to 3 
UMCHES ACTOSS..........20.0-sceeceeeereeees 50 
— tuberosaImproved. Strong- 


i Tarte 3 hi ; j 25 cents, or given free, 
growing: V Northwestern white if requested, with a $2.00 order. 


: —/{ Qo IG UCSUING 251 TENDER NYMPHZAS. 


IBS These grand varietiesshould be grown in tubs 
7 I 
NWA i =< i 
Nia es 


etc.,and winter- 
ing over the 

roots, growing 
seeds, and describes 
allvarieties, etc. Price, 


or boxes sunk below thesurface. Forthe winter, 
after the foliage has died off, remove them to a 


2 pesto. : cellar or under a greenhouse bench. (Those 

NYMPHEA ZANZIBARENSIS. ___} marked “N”’ bloom at night; ‘‘D,” day-bloom- 

ing.) EACH. 

Ny.ccerulea. (Stellata.) (D.) Large light blue, fragrant..........00.2...2:ceseeeeeeeeeee eee 1.00 
—delicatissima. (N.) Large, delicate blush pink......... no KY) 
—-dentata. (N.) Immense white flowers. (See cut.). .60 

— Devoniensis. (N.) Grand rosy crimson flowers.... .60 

— elegans. (D.) White, tinged with blue, fragrant................ 1.00 
Mexicana. (D.) Mexican Golden Water Lily. Free-blooming. Boe oak!) 

—— O’Marana. ‘(iN:)* Grand) large; rosy: red flower s-csccecersscn eects seemeeetnes cereteneh seat ieee teases ee 8.00 
Ny.rubra. (N.) Cup-shaped flowers of dark rose....... .85 | Ny. Sturtevanti. (V.) Superb, large, bright rosy red 2.50 


NY. ZANZIBARENSIS VARIETIES. The flowers, 4 to 6 inches across, are produced in continuous abundance 
throughout the season; enchantingly fragrant. Splendid for growing in tubs or tanks. (See cut.) 


Wy. Zanzibarensis: \(D)) Purple’ Zanzibar Wiliyzcceiccsccsec-c-ccssceccsheccoceuccunccvuc seeccet eee ee eee enenee eae ss pete eee sees 2.00 
——-azurea. (D.) Blue Zanzibar Lily......... ae 50 
———'——— FOSeA.(D:) Pink Zanzibar Vays. ecw cscccscteeswaenencccurscccaccccversecncentecd en ineraece -50 


<e—AQUATIC PLANTS. — 


Water Hyacinth. (Fichornia crassipes major.) Floats; in- Water Snowflake. (Limnanthemum indicum.) Beautiful 


flated leaves, spikes of rosy lilac flowers, 20c.each, $2.00 doz. white fringed flowers. 25c. each, $2.50 doz. 
Blue Water Hyacinth. (Zichornia azurea.) Lavender Parrot’s Feather. (Myriophyllum.) Trailing, green, 
and purple. 50c. each. chenille-like stems. 15c. each, $1.50 doz. 


Water Poppy. (Limnocharis Humboldtii.) Yellow, poppy- Floating Lettuce. (Pistia stratiotes.) Forms rosettes of 


WATER HYACINTH. c 
like flowers. 20c. each, $2.00 doz. green leaves. 25c. each, $2.50 doz. 


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N the succeeding pages—123 to 175, inclusive—we offer a complete stock of 
growing plants, embracing flowering and ‘‘foliage” plants, palms and 
decorative plants for the greenhouse, conservatory and dwelling house, 

hardy plants and shrubs for the lawn and garden, vines for the house, garden 

and dooryard, small fruits and vegetable plants for the kitchen garden, anda 
general assortment of+plants for all purposes, making the most complete col- 
lection offered by any business firm in the country. 

Our greenhouses occupy over four and one-half acres solid under glass, are 
heated by steam and hot water, and are fitted up with every modern appliance, 
so that they are easily graded to any temperature; thus the most perfect 
health and vigor are given to the plants. With such unequaled facilities for 
their production, we can compete with any in the matter of prices. 

They are located on Arlington ‘Avenue, Jersey City, N. J.,and are the 
largest and best-appointed in the United States. 


They are within thirty 


minutes from our Seed Stores in New York, and are well worth a visit. Any of our customers visiting New York who desire to inspect 
our greenhouses will be furnished with a card upon application containing directions how to reach them. 

But, spacious as our greenhouses and surrounding grounds are to-day, they are entirely inadequate to produce all the plants and 
bulbs we sell annually. Our grounds at Hackensack, N. J., and elsewhere, containing nearly one hundred acres, are largely devoted to 
growing plants of all kinds, while it requires hundreds of acres to produce the bulbs required for our trade. 


a a ; d Plant: b 2e, D3 il, 
PACKING DEPARTMENT. Ncxt,inimportance fo grovitter so | PLANTS BY MAIL. fists’ paime, Azaican, Camellias, Shrabe and 


that they may reach the purchaser without injury. The system of packing 
plants that obtains to-day was evolved by the founder of our house and per- 
fected by him; hence it will be readily seen that with ourlong experience as pack- 
ers of plants, buyers can confidently expect the best results. Weship at all sea- 
sons of the year, and fill every order the day after it is received—unless other- 
wise instructed by the purchaser—using light boxes and baskets, so as to reduce 
express charges to a minimum; and so perfect is our system that our plants 
almostinvariably reach the purchaser as fresh as when they left our greenhouses. 


SAFE ARRIVAL ASSURED We guarantee the safe arrival of all 

¢ plants sent byexpress. Should any- 
thing be injured in transit we would urge our customers to notify us at once 
ou receipt of the goods, and in every case send us a list of what has been 
damaged, so that we can replace them without delay. But when they arrive 
in good condition our responsibility ceases, and if from inattention or other 


causes they fail and complaint is then made, we cannot replace them. Plants 
sent other than by express are entirely at the risk of the purchaser. 


other plants of large size, when instructions to that effeet accompany the 
order, otherwise they will be sent by express (buyer to pay charges); but as 
we always add enough plants gratis to cover these charges customers will see 
the great advantage of having plants sent by express, for not ouly can we 
send larger plants, but they arrive in better condition than if sent by mail. 


LOW) EXPRESS» RATES pr ecvcomsanicstsievestearand’ascural 


by us, plants packed in closed boxes or baskets will now be carried at the 
**General Special’? rate. This rate means a reduction of 20 per cent from the 
regular merchandise rates to all points where no ‘‘General Special” exists. 
Shipments weighing less than 100 lbs. receive the benefit of the rate per 100 
Ibs., but the minimum charge is 35c. For instance, where the regular mer- 
chandise rate is $4.00 per 100 lbs., a box of plants weighing 25 lbs. would be 
carried for 80c.—a saving of 20c. on one shipment. It is not necessary to pre- 
pay charges to secure this rate, as we guarantee charges to the express com- 
panies, and, as a consequence, they allow the reduction. 


124 


ROSES cae SPECIALTY. 


E have for years made ROSES our leading specialty, and 
sell annually over half a million plants. We pay partic- 
ular attention to their culture, so that our ROSES are 

famed for their thrifty condition; besides, we offer nothing but 

varieties of established merit and new sorts which have been 
thoroughly tested by us; hence we offer unequaled advantages 
to buyers of ROSES. 


QUR CLAIM: THE SIZE OF OUR ROSES... 


We claim that we send out larger and 
finer Roses than any other firm in the business. Our smallest | 
size is larger than the plants usually sent out by the mailing | 
trade throughout the country, and our cold system of growing 
Roses makes them infinitely better. 

We grow our Roses in different sizes. This gives purchasers 
the opportunity of procuring a plant of large size which will 
make ashow at once, or smaller plants at prices which place 
them within the reach of all. Our Roses are graded as follows: 
First size are usually 15 to 20inches high, and branched; second 
size, 10 to 15 inches; and third size, 5 to 10 inches. 

We will send, free of charge, to any one ordering Roses, our pamphlet 
of instructions on ‘‘ THE GARDEN CULTURE OF THE ROSE.’’ This 


FACTS TO REMEMBER ABOUT ROSES: The hardy Roses, 
unless where itis so 
stated in the description, are not ever-blooming. They only 
produce one crop of flowers, in June, with an occasional bloom 
inautumn. This applies to climbing as well as bush Roses. 
The Tea or Monthly Roses are ever-blooming, but are not 
gv =a =>Yy - hardy in our Northern climate. 
os a=” = FG ; = nn The smallest size (the third) of our Roses, in the Tea or 
valuabie for antes blooming we give aa himeteation siitasit aroun is one trauy Monthly section, will produce flowers the same season they are 
SIAC a 240 a = ; planted, but the larger plants will flower more and earlier. 


greenhouses. 
epee : The small size (the third) of the hardy Roses, both bush and 
For full description and prices of MRS. ROBERT GARRETT Rose see page 140. climbing, rarely bloom the same season they are planted. 


See Colored Plate, page 141. 
IMPORTANT, The monthly or ever-blooming sorts undoubtedly give better satisfaction than the Hybrid Perpetuals—flowering 
—______ continually—but, not being hardy north of Maryland, require protection (which is best done by covering the roots in 
December with leaves or coarse litter, to about six inches in depth). The Hybrid Perpetuals are perfectly hardy, but do not bloom 
perpetually, as the name would indicate, giving only one profuse bloom in June anda partial bloom afterward. 


22 Attention is called to our Premium Offers of Books, Seeds or Plants, as set forth on page 6.2272 


gives in a concise manner the principles of Rose culture in the Garden. |} 


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ESTABLISHED 3! 


HYBRIDS OF ROSA WICHURAIANA K 
(The Memorial Rose.) 


MONG the many new forms of 
Roses introduced of late, and 
the present decade has been 
most prolific in new 

classes, we believe that none 
will outrival these in general 
usefulness. We had the pleas- 
ure of first calling wide pub- 
lic attention to the merit of 
one of the parents of these 
Roses, 7. e., the ‘*Memorial 
Rose” (Rosa Wichuraiana), 
and soit is with added pleas- 
ure that we announce the 
advent of these new Roses. 
They retain the prostrate 
habit of the Wichuraiana, 
with its distinctive charm 
of foliage and its vigor of 
growth; in fact, they are, 
if anything, stronger than 
the parent. Wesaw them 
growing on a gravelly ter- 
race where it would seem 
no Rose would find suffi- 


DOUBLE PINK “MEMORIAL 

ROSE.” (No. f in cut.) 
(Universal Favorite.) 

A fitting companion to the above; 


cient sustenance to grow, 
and yet they made from 15 
to 18 feet of growth in one 
season. We predict un- 
bounded popularity for 
these, whetner for use in 
the private garden, in the 
cemetery, or inlarge public 
parks, for covering rocky 
slopes, embankments, etc. 
The double varieties 
will unquestionably make 
grand pot plants for the 
greenhouse or conserva- 
tory, and can also be used 
as climbers, and we believe 
that the white variety will 
eventually take rank with 
the Crimson Rambler and 
form a splendid contrast 


identical in growth, but with perfectly 
formed double flowers one and one-half 
to two inches in diameter, of a soft, 
light pink, and very fragrant. 


SOUTH ORANGE 
PERFECTION. (No. 4 in cut.) 


This variety is similar to the preced- 
ingin growth. It has double flowers, 
soft blush changing to white, about one 
and one-half inches in diameter. The 
blossoms are, if anything, more freely 
produced than on the preceding, and 
are more double, perfect rosettes in 
shape. This is a very pretty variety 
and entirely distinct from the others. 


PINK ROAMER. 


to it. (No. 2 in cut.) 


HE This variety shows undoubted traces 
SEO OUBLE al AT of descent from the Sweet Brier, both in 
ROSE.” (No. 3 i t.) the color and the shape of the blossom 
. oO. 9 in cut. and in its exquisite fragrance. The 
(Manda’s Triumph.) single flowers are over two inches in 


diameter, a bright rich pink, with a 
large, silvery-white centre and orange 
red stamens, producing a most charm- 
ing effect. 


This is the gem of the collection, 
and may well be called the Double 
“‘ Memorial Rose,’’ as it preserves 
the color of the parent, with its 
characteristics of growth and foli- 
age, but the flowers are double and very 
fragrant. They are produced in clusters = 
of from twelve to eighteen flowers on ~ 
each cluster on small side shoots, liter- 
ally covering the plant and standing well 
above the foliage, giving a very graceful 
appearance. This variety will be valua- 
ble for all purposes, whether for trailing on the ground 
for cemetery use, growing on fences and gate posts, 
boundary walls, or as specimens in pots or tubs. 


For prices see end of list—neat column. 


Price for any of the new Roses on this page, 1st 
size, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz.; 2d size, 40c. each, 
$4.00 per doz.; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 
SPECIAL OFFER of the set of four new Roses, ist 
size, for $2.00; 2dsize, for $1.25; 3d size, for 75c. 


The Great Name Contest for 
appropriate names for our 1898 
novelties in plants and seeds is 
explained on page 16. Look it up. 


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mHE,nse0Y MEMORIAL ROSE Sui 
WEEDS ESS Wichuraiana). 
Creeps on the ground like » FOR USE IN CEMETERIES.—It is difficult to conceive anything more appropriate, beautiful 


w and enduring for covering graves and plots in cemeteries than the Hardy Memorial Rose. _It 
Ivy; dark green leaves. Wy creeps along the ground almost as closely as an Ivy, growing ten feet in one season and forming 


Numberless satiny white ¥ a dense mat of very dark green, lustrous foliage. 


: Wy THE FLOWERS are produced in lavish profusion, in clusters, on the ends of the short side 
flowers, with golden ¥ branches, after the June Roses are past, from the first week in July throughout the month, and 
yellow discs. W sparingly forthe rest of the season. They are single, pure white, with a golden yellow dise, five 


Hard es d ill 4 to six inches in circumference, and have the strong fragrance of the Banksia Roses. The contrast 

ardy as grass ana@ w % between the satiny white of the petals and the golden yellow disc is sharp and pleasing, and is one 
grow in sun or shade. wy of the distinctive charms of the beautiful Hardy Memorial Rose, and they fairly cover the 
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W entire plant when in bloom, a mass of great snowflakes with the rich, dark green showing here 
SsSSSSSSSSSS SSS SSS SS3SN 
Wess ss sss seers sve wrwewreY and there. ; 
But its use is not confined to Cemeteries—Planted in the Rose Garden, alone oramong fy 
other Roses, and traiued upright to a stake, it may be had from three to six feet MM A NEW FEATURE. 


high, as desired, and it will send sprays of flow ers drooping dow nward, making one n Tn addition to what we aaylofithis ane aRosetee 
prettiest sight imaginable. It has been largely used throughout the famous park 4 call particular attention here to its Climbing Habit. 
system of Boston for covering rocky slopes, embankments and such places as it was A We only made a passing alneion to this cote last 

pe eet nay peice vaste “o ieklw < its itions \ year, but emphasize it now in the above illustration. 
desirable to cover quickly with Ht It peel epapis itsels to ae cone one a Mr. Wm. Falconer called particular attention to 
growth, whether barren soil, rocky edge, ferti e garden, shady nook or sun-kissec A thia feature inl<“Gardeniias) andl oun llneteNtOdne 
slope, and no more fitting place can be found for it than running through the grass. A\ designed from the photograph of a plant he had 


4\ growing. Trained over a gateway it forms a per= 
4 fect bower, or it can be trained to a fence or house 

NOTE THE REDUCED PRICES FOR THIS SEASON. th 4 with equal success. 
1st size plants, 30c. each, 4 for $1.00, 9 for $2.00, 12 for $2.50; smaller plants, 15c. wy We sold Jover fifty ‘thousand of the Memorial 
each, 4 for 50c., 9 for $1.00, 12 for $1.25; extra selected plants, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. 8 Rose last year, and have received numerous letters 
As a guide to buyers we would say that two of the extra selected plants, four ofthe of commendation testifying to its usefulness and 


J : : : a scine exe 2 stare ‘“ unique beauty. Park and Cemetery Superinten- 
first size, or nine of the smaller size, will completely cover a grave the firstseason, M\ gents throughout the country have bought it large- 


but the larger plants will do it more rapidly and give more flowers the first year. 38 ly, and areintensely enthusiastic overit, the strongest 
Twelve plants of either size will cover an ordinary plot. m recommendation it could possibly have. 


YOU ARE ENTITLED TO A PREMIUM with your order. For particulars, see page 6. 


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, THE CRIMSON RAMBLER. 
= = Magnificent Pyramidal Clusters of Rich Crimson Roses. 


Every Cluster a Perfect Bouquet of Roses in Itself. 


This grand Rose, which we illustrated with a colored plate last year, improves 
upon acquaintance ; the better it becomes known the more popular it becomes. We 
have occasionally to modify opinions formed of the value of new Roses, but the 
‘«Crimson Rambler” is one that we offer to our customers, after a two years’ trial, 
with greater confidence inits merits. It came to this country heralded as a wonder 
among flowers, but the most extravagant praises yet bestowed on it fall short of 
doing it ample justice. It is adapted to the entire country, and should be in every 
garden in America. (See cut.) 

THE PRIZES IT WON. The judges at one of the principal flower 
shows in England, when awarding ita Gold Medal, the highest honor they 
could bestow, epitomized the views.of all who had seen it when they said 
that the ordinary premiums reserved for new Roses of the highest grade 
were entirely inadequate to indicate the merits of the ‘‘ Crimson Rambler.” 
At every exhibition throughout Great Britain where it was shown it received 
the highest honors, and this opinion was endorsed. The National Rose 
Society of England, the National Horticultural Society of France and the 
International Exposition awarded Gdld Medals to ‘‘Crimson Rambler.” 


ITS GROWTH. Itis of rapid, vigorous growth; plants in our 
grounds attained a height of fifteen feet the past season. The flowers 
are produced in trusses, pyramidal in shape, good specimens measur- 
ing nine inches from base to tip, and seven inches across, fairly 
covering the plant from the ground to the top, so that it is one mass 
of glowing crimson. The color is superb, and remains strong and 
vivid to the end; plants in our grounds retained the bloom for two 
months. The profusion of bloom is marvelous, over three hundred 
blooms having been counted on one shoot. 


AS A POT PLANT. It is essentially a garden Rose, but makes 
a magnificent specimen in a pot or tub. There was exhibited in Boston, 
last spring, a plant of the ‘‘Crimson Rambler” growing in a twelve- 
inch pot, the plant being about four feet high and three feet wide, 
bearing nearly five thousand buds and flowers; it was grown by 
Mr. Jackson Dawson from a plant furnished by us. 


Price, 1st size plants, 60c. éach, $6.00 per doz.; 2d size, 40c. each, 

/) $4.00 per doz.; 3d size, strong plants from 3-inch pots, 20c. each, $2.00 

per doz. ; small plants from 2-inch pots, 10c. each, 

ie per doz. Three or more sold at the rate per 
ozen. 


The White Rambler (Thalia). 


The advent of the Crimson Rambler and the 
wonderful and well-deserved popularity of it proved 
avery great incentive to hybridizers, and the result 
is that we now have other colors in this grand class. 
The variety Thalia (the White Rambler) is a fit- 
ting companion for the Crimson Rambler, closely 
resembling it in vine and foliage as well as in the 
great clusters of pure white flowers, which are de- 
liciously fragrant. The flowers remain on the 
plant a long time—from three to five weeks—and 
keep a long time when cut. The plant is perfectly 
hardy, equal in this respect to the Crimson Ram- 
bler and where one is planted the other should be 
also. By growing this in a pot and training it to 
a pyramidal trellis, a fine plant may be had in bloom 
for Kaster. Price, Ist size, 75c. each; 2d size, 50c. 
each ; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


The Pink Rambler (Euphrosyne). 


‘This beautiful variety is fit to rank with the two 
above mentioned. It is from the same source as 
the White Rambler, fully the equal of both in hardi- 
ness, vigor, size and profusion of flowers and 
blooming qualities. The color is a beautiful, lus- 
trous rosy pink, beautiful also in the bud state. 
Good hardy climbing Roses are always in demand, 
and these are sure to give satisfaction. 

Price, Ist size, 75c. each; 2d size, 50c. each; 3d 
size, 20c. each, $2.00 per dozen. 


The Yellow Rambler (Aglaia). 


(See cut, description and prices on page 128.) 


Special Offer. The four ‘“‘ Ramblers,” 1st size, 
for $2.50; 2d size, for $1.50; 3d size, for 60e: 


This illustration 
was made from the 
photograph 
of a plant growing 
on the estate of Mr. 
Louis B. McCagg, 
Newport, R. I., 
taken July, 1896. 
The plant was set 
out in May, 1895, 
and was furnished 
by us. It was 
about 18 inches 
high when planted, 
and when the pho- 
tograph was taken 
it was 
fifteen feet high and 

six feet wide, 


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MZ ; = : oe tee ee | A sport from Madame Cusin, and is in every way very much 
tin b Ki superior to that variety, being a much more robust grower; the 
ly) flowers are very much larger and very double. ‘The color is in- 


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| | \ tensely bright cerise, or rose pink, with porcelain rose shadings. 
H It is a grand Rose for winter forcing, and of equal if not greater 
value for summer gardens, as its fine double flowers are eminently 
adapted to our hot, dry summers, and its vigorous habit and free- 
flowering qualities easily entitle it to the front rank for summer 


blooming. Price, Ist size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. 
each, $3.00 per doz. ; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


MADAME ABEL CHATENAY. 


(HYBRID TEA.) 


Flowers large and full, petals recurved and of a beautiful creamy 
rose shaded with rose vermilion and tinged with salmon; the base 
of the petals is very highly colored, being a combination of the 
foregoing shades strongly accentuated. This will undoubtedly 
make a fine garden Rose because of its substance and hardiness. 
The flowers are borne on long stems, so that it is exceedingly well 
adapted for vases of cut flowers. Price, Ist size, 50¢c. each, $4.50 
per doz.; 2d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 


per doz. 
BELLE SIEBRECHT. 


This variety will, we believe, prove to be one of the most satis- 
factory Roses we have ever offered. It is as free-blooming as a Tea 
Rose and hardy as a Perpetual, a union of the two most desirable 
qualities in Roses. It is equally valuable for winter forcing as for 
summer blooming. The color is a unique shade of pink, clear and 
constant, just the shade long f 
desired. (Seecut.) Price, 1st 
size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 
2d size, 40c. each, $4.00 per 
doz.; 3d size, 15c. each, $1.50 
per doz. 


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This promises to supply that ‘‘long-felt want,” a double yellow 
hardy climbing Rose, a thing which has been sought after the world 
over. It is perfectly double, very fragrant, entirely hardy, having 
withstood, unprotected, a prolonged temperature of from zero to two 
degrees below. It is related to the Crimson Rambler, and, like it, 
blooms in large trusses, often bearing from 120 to 150 flowers in a 
cluster. The flowers last three to four weeks without fading. It is 
a very vigorous grower, making shoots 8 to 10 feet in one season when 
well established, so that it possesses all the requisites for unbounded 
popularity. (See cut.) Price, Ist size, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 2d 
size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


“CLIMBING WOOTTON.” 


This is a grand addition to our list of hardy ever-blooming climbing 
Roses. Itis a ‘‘sport” from that fine American-raised hybrid Tea 
Rose, Souvenir de Wootton (see cut, page 129), and has the same large 
deep crimson flowers, richly perfumed. It is a very vigorous grower, 
clean and healthy, almost impervious to mildew, ever-blooming, so q \ 
that flowers may be expected from well-established plants throughout y, iD Y \\ SA A 
the season. Price, Ist size, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 2d size, 50c. oy i (lowers falfitatenalieiee) 
each, $4.50 per doz.; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


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CLOTHILDE SOUPERT, + 
A new Rose of exceptional merit, a fitting companion to that fine 
bedding variety, Clothilde Soupert (included in our Lakewood Col- 
lection on page 131), andthe Pink Soupert (see cut, page 130). Mosella 
is a beautiful light yellow, shading to a light buff in the centre and 
creamy white towards the ends of the petals. Like the ‘‘ Soupert,”’ it 
is dwarf and bushy in habit, but is even more graceful. It blooms in 
clusters, full, double flowers of large size, and flowers most abun- 
M\ dantly. With these valuable traits it cannot fail to become very 
ie, pOpular. (See cut.) Price, Ist size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 
30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


N EVER-BLOOMING $4 ‘ 
nany varow . Mademoiselle 2 


ROSE, & 2 2 Germaine Trochon.”’ 


Among the many new Roses imported by us of late years there are 
none, in our opinion, which are liable to have a wider popularity than 
this. It is an entirely new color in the Hybrid Tea class, and it has 
proven hardy in our climate. The best description we could give of 
the Rose is that given to the Tea Rose ‘‘Sunset,’’ which we introduced 
some years ago and which created a profound sensation. Technically 
described, it is orange yellow, with shades of buff, fawn and light 
yellow; the interstices between the petals show depths of coloring 
approaching what is very frequently seen in our sunset skies and 
which originally suggested the name for the ‘‘Sunset’”’ Rose. Price, 


ARDY EVER-BLOOMING CRIMSON Sai eeR eens MeUe crane 2d size, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. ; 
HYBRID TEA ROSE, 


“Wootton.” 


The continued influx of new 
varieties, the popular demand 
for novelties, has a result occa- \ 
sionally of, for a time at least, WW 
relegating to comparative ob- 
scurity some other meritorious 
sort. This, in a measure, is 
true of Souvenir de Wootton, 
one of the best all-round Roses 
ever raised in this country. A S | 
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Garrett, which we show on \ 
the colored plate (see page 141), 
must direct attention to the other fine 
Roses raised by the same grower, and it 
is partly for that reason, but principally 
because of the intrinsic merit of the 
variety, that we give prominence this 
year to Souvenir de Wootton — or 
‘““ Wootton,” as it is popularly called. 
The color is a beautiful shade of 
Carmine crimson, and in the open 
ground in the fall and inspring, before 
extreme warm weather sets in, it is, 
in most cases, a very rich crimson 
without any carmine shades, almost 
the equal of the famous ‘‘ Jack” Rose 
(Gen. Jacqueminot). Like all Roses 
of this color, it is liable to lose it, to 
a great extent, in very warm 
weather, but it retains it better 
than any Rose of itsclass. It 
is deliciously fragrant, per- 
fectly hardy, a constant and 
most prolific bloomer, every 
new shoot forming a flower 
bud, equally valuable for sum- fa 
mer and winter blooming, and @# 
is one of the most satisfac- 
tory Roses for the garden or 
greenhouse. (See cut.) Price, 
1st size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. ; 
2d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. ; 
3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


See page 128 for the new hardy ever- 
blooming climbing Rose, 


“CLIMBING WOOTTON.” 


Soda PM ake RO a Se DED 1984.7. 
SOUVENIR DE MADAME EUGENE VERDIER. 


Anew Hybrid Tea Rose raised from the well-known 
varieties Lady Mary Fitzwilliam, which was long con- 
sidered one of the best of our light-colored Tea Roses, 
and Madame Chedane Guinnoisseau, which is one of the 
best of the yellow Tea Roses. The new variety is a very 
vigorous grower; flowers large and full, broad at the base 
and tapering gracefully toa point, so that it is very 
beautiful in the bud. The flowers are borne on long, 
erect stems. The color is an exquisite shade of creamy 
white on saffron yellow ground, shaded with deeper 
yellow. Price, 1st size, 50c. each; 2d size, 30c. each; 3d 
size, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 


MAMAN COCHET. 


The growth is free and vigorous, very free-blooming, 
flowers of splendid substance and a delightful-shade of 
deep pink. The buds are long and pointed, full and firm, 
lasting along time when cut. * As the flowers expand, the 
centre of the Rose discloses depths of salmon pink, with 
light orange tints, while the older petals lessen to pearl 
pink, giving a combination of tints and tones unequaled 
in their beauty. Price, 1st size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. ; 
2d size, 30c. each, 3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 
per doz. 


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PRINCESS BONNIE. 

One of the most prolific blooming Roses we know; the 
color is a grand, solid crimson, just the shade wanted in 
the ever-blooming section, the base of the inner petals 
prettily marked with clear white. Price, Ist size, 50c. 
each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d 
size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


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<= BEDDING Rose, 


PINK SOUPERT. 


A seedling from that premier Bedding Rose, 
Clothilde Soupert, of which we have spoken so 
highly, and which will be found on the succeed- 
ing page. ‘‘Pink Soupert”’ inherits all the 
grand garden qualities of its parent and is a 
clear pink throughout, bright and attractive ; 
the coloring deepens in some flowers to cherry 
red, and in others it lessens to light clear pink. 
The profusion of bloom is wonderful, the whole 
plant being a mass of flowers. No Rose can 
possibly excel this for outdoor bedding, and 
none can be more attractive. It is compact and 
sturdy in habit, and so hardy for an ever-bloom- 
ing Rose that it will remain out all winter 
safely with slight protection. (See cut.) Price, 
1st size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. 
each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 
per doz. 


A WONDERFUL NEW 
MANY-COLORED ROSE, 


INCONSTANT BEAUTY. 

A wonderful new Rose, deriving its name of 
«<Tnconstant Beauty’’ (Beauté Inconstante) from 
its quality of producing flowers of different 
shades on the same plant. The colors vary 
from crimson to light pink, through shades of 
tawny red, light yellow with orange and citron 
red centre, pale flesh with pink centre, orange 
chrome and deep rose, all these colors being 
frequently seen on one bush at the same time. 
The beauty of color effects is indescribable. 
Plant strong and vigorous, flowers full and 
double. It is a true Tea Rose, consequently 
ever-blooming and deliciously fragrant. (See 
cut.) Price, 1st size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 
2d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. 
each, $1.00 per doz. 


BEFORE ORDERING, consult our very liberal premium offers on 
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Bey. No. 1. The color is a beautiful 
Souvenir de Wootton. shade of crimson, deliciously fra- 
grant, a constant and most prolific bloomer. It will live out all 
winter in the latitude of New York. (See cut.) 


. No. 2. This is a creamy white shade.with 
Madame Hoste. a clear amber centre, a handsome Rose, 


and is never out of bloom. (See cut.) 


4 No. 3. No Rose of its color is more 
Perle des Jardins. valuable than this. Its color is a rich 


shade of yellow, large size and perfect form, Tea fragrance, a 
healthy, free grower. (See cut.) 


‘ No. 4. ‘‘The Bride” is a pure white Rose of 

The Bride. large size and most perfect form. It has delicious 
Tea fragrance, a strong-growing, free-blooming Rose. (See cut.) 

{ H No. 5. This fine Rose is a most valuable 

Marion Dingee. bedding variety. It makes a handsome, 


well-balanced plant; the flowers are large, cup-shaped, moderately 
full and borne in wonderful profusion. A deep brilliant crimson, 
one of the richest colored Tea Roses we have. (See cut.) 


This unites in a pronounced degree 
Duchesse de Brabant. the highest attributes of a garden 


Rose; never fails to produce flowers; beautiful in the bud or open 
flower, and a beautiful shade of soft rosy flesh, deepening to warm 
pink and bright rose, delightfully fragrant. 


HE ‘Lakewood”’ collection of twelve ever-blooming Roses contains, in our opinion, the best dozen of 

ever-blooming and bedding varieties it is possible to obtain in that number, all being invaluable for summer 
This is, we believe, the finest collection ever grouped in one offer and at such a 
Space will not permit us to illustrate all of them, although each is worthy of it. 
of Souvenir de Wootton, these Roses are not entirely hardy in the Northern States. 


With the exception 


4 This is a grand bedding Rose. Its rich, flesh- 
Malmaison. colored flowers are of immense size, are produced 
in abundance, and withstand perfectly our hot, dry summers. ? 

‘ A beautiful shell pink, deepening to 
Mme. de Watteville. bright rose at the edge of the petals, 


the body of the flower being creamy white. 
Sunset This exquisite orange yellow variety is one of the 
* finest Tea Roses grown. The flowers are large and 
double, deliciously fragrant, strong-growing and free-flowering. ; 
The color is a French white, deepening 


Clothilde Soupert. to rosy blush in the centre. Compact, ' 
vigorous habit and wonderful profusion of bloom. 
Another Rose of American origin, a ‘‘ sport” 


Bridesmaid. from C. Mermet, and possessing all the good 
qualities of the parent variety. It surpasses it in color, being a 
deep, brilliant pink and constant in color under all conditions. 


‘ ‘ A y A Hybrid Tea Rose, soft, 
Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. Seca ae ie ee 


with lemon in the centre, remarkably fragrant, a strong, healthy 
grower, with bold, beautiful foliage. The flowers are borne on 
long stems. (See cut on page 133.) 


SPECIAL OFFER.—The ‘‘ Lakewood” Collection of twelve Roses. 
Ist size, $4.50; 2d size, $3.00; 3d size, $1.00. Single plants of any 
of the above, 1st size, 50c.; 2d size, 30c.; 3d size, 10c. each. 


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When ordering Roses ask for our pamphlet 
on the GARDEN CULTURE OF THE ROSE, which 
is sent without charge to those requesting it. 


‘TWELVE HARDY ROSES..#.2.2 


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HE ‘‘Bar Harbor” collection of twelve hardy Roses, named below, are un-é 
equaled in their class, combining the greatest variety of form, richness of # 
color and freedom of bloom which it is possible to get in that number. 


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first and second sizes will bloom this year, and the third will make fine plants for 
next season’s flowering. Where twelve sorts are wanted, we believe it would be 
impossible to improve on this selection, and even if more are wanted a larger 
number of collections could be obtained with the best results. Want of space 
alone prevents us from illustrating each one, and where all are so good it was 


difficult to select for illustrating. 

‘ No.1. This is, we believe, the finest hardy 
Mrs. John Laing. Rose of its color ever offered. It is an ex- 
quisite shade of shell-like pink, deliciously fragrant, of the largest 
size, entirely hardy and ever-blooming. (See cut.) 


. Wo. 2. The best and freest-bloom- 
Perfection des Blanches. ing of the hardy white Roses. It 


is a finely formed, pure white variety, but occasionally shows light | 


blush when first opening. (See cut.) 

Prince Camille de Rohan. No.3. One of the grandest hardy 
Steere So a OT OC LOSES wand Un ap proachea@em 
color. Itis best described as a blackish crimson. In the bud itis 
darkest; as the flower exposes, vivid, smoky crimson shades are 
brought to light, giving it a very rich effect. (See cut.) 

Ulrich Brunner No. 4. A beautiful hardy Rose in flower and 
foliage. “The former isi large ‘and cupped, 
bright cherry red and very fragrant. The flowers are borne on 
long flower stalks almost devoid of thorns. (See cut.) : 
Summer Queen No. 5. A bright, silvery pink, full and double, 
— SN sSwonderfully free-blooming and avery vigorous 
grower. The profusion of bloom is most remarkable; one large 
plant produced by actual count over twelve hundred flowers. So 
profuse is it in bloom that we have had plants one foot high 
covered with a mass of bloom. (See cut.) 

La France Flowers large and beautiful, either in the bud form 
"shor when expanded; peach-blossom color, shaded 
pink and silvery rose. It is very free-blooming, every shoot form- 
ing a beautiful flower, and most deliciously fragrant. 


Dinsmore. Tis fine variety possesses all the desirable qualities 
* of a bedding Rose—good color, fine form, a profuse 
bloomer, and stands the rigor of our Northern winters without 
protection. The flowers are large, double and deep crimson. 
Anna de Diesbach, Dark rich pink; immense size ; one of the 
finest hardy Roses. 

Paul Probably the largest of all Roses; color, clear 
Paul Neyron. dark pink, shaded carmine. Form of flowers, 
bold and handsome; very fragrant. 
Capt. H Delicate flesh color, large, full and double, very 
Capt. Christy. profuse; blooms very “freely throughout the 
season ; a grand Rose in every way. 


Gen. Jacqueminot Color, rich dark crimson. 
Se eens SCrIPUON PpAgEnoo)) 
Magna Charta. 


Bright deep pink, very large and fragrant. 
A grand Rose. 
SPECIAL OFFER. em, 
The ‘Bar Harbor ’’ Collection of twelve hardy Roses, 
Ist size, $6.00; 2d size, $4.50; 3d size, $1.50. 
Single plants of any of the above, 60c., 50c. and 15c. each. 


Y TO CONSULT OUR VERY LIBERAL 
DON’T FAIL PREMIUM OFFERS ON PAGE 6. 


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[lié “Sensation” Tea Rose. 


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The tints of color blended in the flowers of this beautiful Rose 
render it so attractive and distinct from all other Tea Roses that the 
blooms exhibited have created quite a sensation. They are flesh color, 
shaded with rose and suffused with tawny copper; large size, full and 
of excellent shape, very freely produced on strong stems. We feel 
assured that for decorative purposes, cutting or exhibition it is 
invaluable. The growth is vigorous, and for a Tea Rose the plant is 
very hardy. Price, Ist size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. 
each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 


“ Fillest White Ever-blooming 
—— Garél R0S6... 


KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA. 


A Hybrid Tea Rose, soft pearly white, lightly tinted with 
lemon in the centre, just enough to relieve the white, 
remarkably fragrant, a strong, healthy grower, with bold, 
beautiful foliage. The habit is free; the beautiful, perfectly 
shaped flowers are borne in profusion on long graceful stems, 
so that it will be invaluable for cut flowers. Professional 
florists have been quick to perceive the great value of this 
peerless variety, and it is now more eagerly sought after 
than almost any Rose on the market. Since we offered this 
variety for sale we have received hundreds of letters from 
all sections of the country praising it most highly and con- 
gratulating us upon our judgment as originally expressed. 
It is not entirely hardy in our northern latitudes. (See cut.) 
Price, Ist size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. each, 
$3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


OMERHONYZ BON, 


22% ROGER LAMBBLIN. 

One of the most remarkable Roses yet offered. 
The petals are irregular on the edges like a double 
Petunia; the color is glowing crimson throughout, 
except the edges of the petals, which are all dis- 
tinetly marked with a white band, forming a sharp 
contrast and the most unique combination of colors 
known in Roses. The growth is free and vigorous 
and the fragrance is delightful, equal to the finest 
of the hardy Roses. This is a ‘‘novelty” of the 
most striking order. (Seecut.) Price, lst size, 60c. 
each, $6.00 per doz.; 2d size, 50c. each, $4.50 per 
doz.; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


Al GHARMING ... 


New Ever-blooming Kose, 


PRINGESS ALIGE DE MONAGA (WEBER). 

A most charming new ever-blooming Rose that 
must take prominence for summer bedding, as its 
habit is perfection, strong, upright growth, with 
clean, healthy foliage almost impervious to mildew. 
The flowers are produced in wonderful profusion 
on long, straight shoots, are deliciously fragrant, 
large size, double to the centre and of fine form, so 
that perfect flowers may be had during the hottest 
summer days. The coloring is exquisite, a creamy 
white on the outside of the petals, with a faint rosy 
blush on the edges. As the flowers expand they 
disclose a charming shade of opaline pink, deepen- 
ing to rich blush. This Rose must not be con- 
founded with another of the same name from a 
French source. The Rose we offer was raised by 
Mr. Weber in the Duchess of Monaca’s eangene, SE S = 
whose Roses are famous throughout Europe. : bk ° 
Price for this grand Hew Bose, Ist sires 50c. oo Best White Bver-blooming Garden Rose. 
$4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. ; ’ THAT ON ALL ORDERS THIS YEAR WE OFFER LIBERAL 
3d a0, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. DON’T F FORGET PREMIUIS. For particulars, see page 6. 


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Varieties not offered elsewhere in this Catalogue. 


Examine the list carefully; it contains the very finest of the old standard sorts. 


LTHOUGH we do not offer as long a list of varieties of Roses as some, yet our stock in quality, condition and extent is un- 


equaled, and we contend that our customers are safer in selecting from our list of choice tested varieties than if we offered a 
long list, which would of necessity contain many inferior sorts) SEE PRICES AT END OF LIST. 


Golden Gate. 
Grace Darling. 
Hermosa. 
Innocente Pirola. 
Isabella Sprunt. 

J. B. Varrone. 
Jeanne Guillamez. 
Jean Pernet. 
La Phenix. 

La Tulip. 
Lady H. Grosvenor. 
Lady Castlereagh. 

Lady Warrender. 
Leveson Gower. 

La Sylphide. 
Luciole. 
La Nuancee. 
Mme. Denis. 
Mme. Maurice. 


Andre Schwartz. Dark crimson. 
American Banner. Striped pink and white. 
Alba Rosea. White, tinged rose. 

Aurora. Silvery pink. 

Anna Oliver. Blush, shaded carmine. 

Ada Cook. Light pink. 

Blanche Nabonnand. White, tinged yellow. 
Bon Silene. Brilliant carmine. 

Baronne Berge. Flesh pink, deep shadings. 
Bourbon Queen. Rose, shaded white. 
Comtesse de Breteuil. Rose and apricot. 
Comte Bobinsky. Rich carmine. 

Chas. Rovolli. Carmine and rose. 
Coquette de Lyon. Rich yellow. 

Crown Princess Victoria. Creamy white. 
Comtesse Riza du Parc. Rose, shaded crimson. 
Canary. Beautiful light yellow. 

Chat. des Bergeries. Pale canary yellow. 
Corinna. Flesh color, shaded rose. 
Douglas. Dark rich crimson. 

Duchess Marie Salviati. Orange and chrome. 
Dr. Reymont. Deep crimson. 

Duchess of Edinburgh. Large red. 

Duke of York. White, tipped rosy pink. 


White, tinted yellow. 
Porcelain rose. 
Clear bright pink. 
Creamy white. 
Light canary yellow. 
Changeable china rose. 
Yellow, apricot centre. 
Yellow, suffused with salmon. 
Red, shaded crimson. 
White, tinged lilac. 
Flesh white. 
Pale rose, shaded yellow. 
Pure white. 
Beautiful rosy salmon. 
Cream, shaded rose. 
Cherry, yellow centre. 
Salmon, tinged copper. 
White, yellow centre. 
Delicate flesh color. 
Mme. Rachel. Pure snow-white. 
Mme. Joseph Schwartz. 
Mme. Lombard. Rose, tinged buff. 
Mme. de St. Joseph. Deep pink. 
Mme. de Vatry. Dark pink. 


Mme. Elie Lambert. Rosy flesh and white. 
Mme. Remond. Yellow, margined red. 
Mme. Caroline Kuster. Yellow, tinged pink. 
Mme. Devacourt. Bright canary yellow. 
Mrs. Paul. Blush, shaded rose. 

Mrs. Degraw. Deep pink, very hardy. 
Marie Lambert. Pure white. 

Marie Guillot. Pure white. 

Marie Van Houtte. Yellow, shaded rose. 
Mrs. James Wilson. Cream, shaded blush. 
Nina. Pinkish rose, shaded white. 

Narcisse. Pale lemon yellow. 

Pearl Rivers. White, bordered rose. 

Pink Daily. Beautiful pink. 

Princess Vera. Flesh and coppery rose. 
Princesse de Sagan. Brightest scarlet crimson. 
Robt. E. Lee. Rich yellow, tinted light rose. 
Ruby Gold. Old gold, ruby centre. 

Red Malmaison. Red. 

Souv. de Victor Hugo. Red, shaded rose. 
Senator McNaughton. Creamy white. 
Souv. de G. Drevet. Salmon, rose centre. 
Striped La France. Striped pink and white. 
Souv. d’Un Ami. Splendid pink. 


White, tinted rose. 


Devoniensis. White, pink centre. Mme. Angele Jacquier. Light blush. Safrano. Buif, tinted apricot. 

Dr. Grill. Coppery yellow. Mme. Camille. Rosy flesh color. Sappho. Fawn, shaded rose. 
Ernest Metz. Rose, changing to cherry. Mme. Bravy. Cream, pinkish centre. Sulphureaux. Deep sulphur yellow. 
Francisca Kruger. Chamois color. Mme. Rivoy. Crimson scarlet. Tri. de Pernet Pere. Bright red. 
Gen. de Tartas. Carmine, shaded purple. Mme. Falcot. Apricot yellow. The Queen. Pure white. 


Goubalt. | Mme. Welsh. 


Rose, tinted buff. 


Prices: First size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. 


Yellow, shaded canary. 


Second size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


Vallee du Chamounix. Copper, shaded red. 


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Third size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. Three or more sold at the dozen rate. 


A Quartet of Bedding Roses. 


These are the finest bedding sorts, and a bed of them will give flowers all 
summer long. Even the smallest size will bloom abundantly this season. 


AGRIPPINA. Crimson. 


Second only to ‘‘Hermosa”’ in hardiness and profusion of bloom. 


rich shade of crimson. 
BON SILENE. Carmine. 


Although an old Rose, this is still one of the most satisfactory for bedding. It 
is very vigorous, blooms in wonderful profusion all summer long, beautifully 
formed buds of a rich carmine shade. During the fall season it is superb. 


ETOILE DE LYON. Yellow. 
Rich golden yellow; a strong, healthy and vigorous grower; immense bloomer; 
excellent substance, very sweet. 


HERMOSA. Pink. 


A grand bedding rose, prolific in blooming, and almost entirely hardy, having 
lived for years in the New York cemeteries. 
1st size, set of 4 for $1.50; 6 sets for $8.00; 12 sets for $15.00 
2 eee “ wy 1.00; 6 G 5.00; 12 : 9.00 
3d a .40; 6 2.00; 12 3.50 
1st size, 50c.; 30e., and 3d, 10c. each. $4.50, $3.00, $1.00 per doz. 


Color, 


2d, 


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Multiflora Class. 


Dwarf Bedding Roses 
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flower during the entire season. They bloom in clusters of from 25 to 100 
flowers in each cluster, the single flowers being about 1% inches across. These 
Roses are hardy in this latitude with slight protection, and are particularly 


valuable for planting on the borders of beds of taller-growing sorts. They are 
also largely used for borders in cemetery plots. 


Of great value for bedding. 


Anna Marie Montravel. Beautiful white; fine form. 

Clothilde Soupert. (See Lakewood Collection, page 131.) 

George Pernet. This variety is the best of its class. Color, bright pink with 
coppery yellow at the base of the petals. 

Golden Fairy. Golden color; dwarf habit. 

Little Dot. Delicate flesh pink, changing to white. 


Mignonette. Dark pink; grand Rose for cemeteries. 
Miniature. Light pink, changing to white. 


Mme. Cecil Brunner. Delicate rose color, a pretty shade. 
Paquerette. Pure white; hardy; same as above, except color. 


Perle d’Or. Saffron yellow, tinged copper color; profuse. 


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Set of 10 Dwarf Bedding Roses, 1st size, $3.50; 3d size, 
Single plants, 50c. and 10c. each. 


7T5c. (No second size.) 


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HARDY CLIMBING ROSES. 


Crimson Rambler. (See page 127.) * Prairie Queen. Bright rosy red. 
Yellow Rambler. (See page 128.) : * EMPRESS OF CHINA. A very hardy 
White Rambler. (See page 127.) free-flowering climbing Rose, of good size, 
Pink Rambler. (See page 127.) blooming in clusters, bright pink flowers, 
Climbing Wootton. (See page ye) very attractive. It is practically ever-.. 
* The ‘‘Dawson’’ Rose. A fine hardy climb- blooming, as on good-sized plants, when 
ing Rose, bright pink, in clusters. established in the’ground, flowers may be 
Anna Maria. Large rosy pink. expected the whole season. 
* Baltimore Belle. Blush white. *CLIMBING METEOR. A sport from 
* Bennett's Seedling. Pure white. that fine Hybrid Tea Rose, Meteor, practi- 
* Climbing Jules Margottin. Rich carmine cally ever-blooming and of great hardiness, 
crimson. having stood the test of several winters at 
*Dundee Rambler. Pure white, slender habit. New York without protection. A rich, 
* Gem of the Prairies. Deep rosy carmine. glowing crimson, and large fine flowers. 


Price, large 2-year-old plants, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. 
Where marked thus (*) we can supply small plants at 10c. each. 


MULTIFLORA JAPONICA. Certainly one of the most beautiful of the Japanese Roses, 
and it is a matter of surprise that the natural single form is so rarely seen and so little 
known. The flowers are great compound racemes twelve to fifteen inches long by eight or 
ten broad, the pure white petals contrasting charmingly with the golden stamens. Price, 
Ist size, 50c. each; young plants, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 

Allister Stella Gray. A new climbing Rose, already known as the ‘‘Golden Rambler.” It 
blooms like it in clusters, straw color and orange yellow, and promises to become valuable. 
Price, 1st size, 50c. each; young plants, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


NOISETTE, OR TENDER CLIMBING ROSES. 


Grand Roses for the South, where they are entirely hardy. They may be kept outdoors in 
the North by laying them down and covering with leaves or litter. 


Climbing Malmaison. A ‘‘sport” from the well-known Souvenir de la Malmaison, 
similar in flower and foliage to its parent, but of exceedingly robust climbing habit. 

CLOTH OF GOLD (Chromatella). Deep yellow centre, with sulphur edges. 

LAMARQUE. Pure white, with lemon-colored centre. The finest white. 

Setina. Pink; very hardy; known also as ‘Climbing Hermosa.” 

Washington (White). Pure white flowers in clusters. One of our most popular Roses. 
Price, 1st size, 50c., $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c., $3.00 per doz. ; 3d size, 10c., $1.00 per doz. 


MARECHAL NIEL. The immense size, dark golden yellow color of “Maréchal Niel” is 
familiar to all. Peerless in color, unexampled for size, perfect in form, after more than a 
quarter of a century it still remains the ideal climbing Tea Rose. Price, extra large plants, 
$1.00 each; 1st size plants, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; young plants, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 

GLOIRE DE DIJON. Next to M. Niel this is the finest pillar Rose for the greenhouse. 
Very large, double; rich, creamy amber color. Perfectly hardy south of Washington, and 
in sheltered situations it has been known to withstand the winters around New York City. 
Extra-large plants, $1.00 each; 1st size plants, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; young plants, 10c. 
each, $1.00 per doz. 

CLIMBING NIPHETOS. A ‘‘sport’’ from the dwarf ‘‘Niphetos.” It is a true climbing 
variety, having tie same pure white, long-pointed buds as its parent, and is destined to 
become popular as an outdoor climbing Rose—in the South especially, where it is perfectly 
hardy. Price, large plants, 75c. each; young plants, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 

CLIMBING PERLE DES JARDINS. The “Climbing Perle”’ is a fine yellow Rose. For 
the South it will be particularly valuable, as it is entirely hardy there. Price, Ist size, 
50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; 3d size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 

NEW WHITE MARECHAL NIBL. All who admire fine climbing Roses will hail with 
delight this grand addition to the list. Throughout the South and on the Pacific slope, 
where the Noisette Roses are hardy and where they luxuriate, this grand new Rose should 
find a home in every garden. It is fully as vigorous as its parent, the well-known Maréchal 
Niel, flowers of the same size, shape and perfume, but pure white. This is unquestionably 
one of the most valuable new Roses yet offered. Price, Ist size, $1.00 each; 2d size, 75c. 
each; 3d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. : 


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Winter-Flowering ROS¢S—continued. 


Mrs. Pierpont Morgan. (See page 128 for price and description.) 

Mme. Caroline Testout. A magnificent Rose, equally valuable for 
summer or winter blooming; flowers full, very large, globular form; 
color clear satin rose; very fragrant. This variety resembles La France, 
but its color is more deep, vivid and brilliant. 

Madame Hoste. This is a creamy white shade with a clear amber 
centre, a handsome Rose, and is never out of bloom. Whether wanted 
for summer or winter flowers this excellent variety cannot be surpassed. 

Meteor. This is a remarkably rich, dark velvety crimson Rose; so 
dark, indeed, that under certain conditions it is blackish crimson. For 
winter flowers it is rapidly becoming a most valuable variety. 

Niphetos. The White Rose par excellence—large-pointed buds—very 
free-flowering. Invaluable for winter forcing and summer blooming. 

Papa Gontier. Thisisa useful winter-flowering Rose, equally valuable | 
forsummer. Color, a glowing carmine crimson. -. 

Perle des Jardins. No yellow Rose is more valuable than this. Tens 
of thousands of it are grown in the vicinity of New York for winter 
flowering; it is equally valuable for summer, as it flowers continuously. 

Souvenir de Wootton. This superb Rose is unquestionably one of 
the finest varieties ever introduced for either summer or winter blooming. 
The color is a beautiful shade of crimson, deliciously fragrant, a constant 
and most prolific bloomer, every new shoot forming a flower-bud. 

Sunset. This exquisite orange yellow variety is one of the finest Tea 
Roses grown. The flowers are large and double. It is deliciously 
fragrant, a strong-growing and free-flowering variety. 

The Bride. ‘The Bride’’ is a pure white Rose of large size and most 
perfect form. This variety has the most delicious Tea fragrance, and is 
equally valuable either for summer or winter flowering. 


Price All the Roses on this page (except where noted), 50c., 30c., 10c. 
* each; $4.50, $3.00, $1.00 per doz.; $30.00, $20.00, $8.00 per 100, 
for 1st, 2d and 3d sizes. 


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Roses for Winter Blooming, 


Every one of which is also pre-eminently adapted for garden culture. 


ON this page we offer the best varieties for winter 
forcing in the greenhouse. These are the sorts 
grown for the New York markets and cannot be surpassed 
for that purpose. They are also among the best for summer 
blooming. 

Our essay on Winter-flowering Roses will be sent free to 


those applying for it. ~w 


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AMERIGAN BEAUTY. ' ; American, Beauty, 6 22 
* we have a hardy Rose of 
the largest size, having the ever-blooming qualities of [=> 
the Tea Rose, with the delicious odor of the Damask or 
Moss Rose, consequently equally valuable for winter or 
summer flowering. In color it is a deep, brilliant pink, 
shaded toward the centre with rich carmine crimson. 
(See cut.) 1st size, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz. ; 2d size, 50c. 
each, $4.50 per doz.; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz., 
$15.00 per 100. 
BRIDESMAID Another Rose of American origin, a ‘‘sport”’ 
¢ from C. Mermet, and possessing all the good 
qualities of the parent variety. It surpasses it in color, being a 
deep, brilliant pink and constant in color under all conditions. It 
is invaluable for winter. (See cut.) 

Belle Siebrecht. (See page 128 for price and description.) 

Catherine Mermet. This charming Rose deserves and receives 
recognition from all Rose lovers. The color is a delicate rosy pink 
unapproached by any other. The buds are large, long and pointed, 
of great substance and most delicious fragrance. 

Christine de Noué. A Rose of pronounced merit, largest size, 
full and double and remarkably fragrant. The color is brilliant 
red at the base, toning upward to brilliant rose madder. 

Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. (Seepage 133 for price and description.) 

La France. Beautiful peach pink, large, fragrant flowers; one 
of the most desirable for summer or winter. 

Souv. du Pres. Carnot. (See Colored Plate and page 140.) 

Mrs. Robt. Garrett (new). (See Colored Plate and page 140.) 


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DORMANT 
HARDY 
ROSES. 


ALL BUDDED LOW 
ON BRIER STOCKS 


OR the fourth time we offer dor- 
mant Roses; this is to satisfy 
a demand from many custom- | 
ers for plants that can be planted 
outside early in spring, before it is 
safe to set out plants that are grow- 
ing in pots, and consequently are 
in full leaf. The illustration shows 
the character of the plants we supply ; 


also the method of planting and prun- 
ing them after being planted. We can 
supply these from the time this catalogue 
is issued upto April 15th; after that time 
they can only be supplied from pots, at the 
prices quoted at theend ofthe list. If planted : ; 
as shown in the illustration, these Roses, although budded, will emit roots 


Showing method ¥ 


Duke of Edinburgh. Bright ver- 
milion, extra large and full, a 
distinct and splendid variety. 

Eugene Furst. Velvety crimson, 
very large flower, with broad, 
massive petals quite double; a 
valuable Rose. 

Fisher Holmes. Finely shaped 
flowers and buds, dark velvety 
crimson. 

Gen. Jacqueminot. Brilliant crim- 
son. The most widely popular 
Rose. 

Gen. Washington. An old garden 
favorite, red, shaded crimson and 
carmine, large, full and flat; a 
most profuse bloomer and com- 
pact grower. 

John Hopper. Bright rose with 
carmine centre, large and full; 
esteemed by all who grow it as 
of the highest order. 

La France. Peach-blossom pink, 
the model garden Rose; blooms 
all summer. 

Louis Van Houtte. Crimson ma- 

roon, full and half-globular. 


HARDY DORMANT ROSES—Continued. 


Mabel Morrison. Pure white; 
large, massive, perfectly formed 
flowers. 

Margaret Dickson. White, with 
pale, flesh centre; extra large 
flower of fine substance, strong, 
vigorous growth. 

Marie Baumann. Crimson ver- 
milion, suffused carmine; large, 
full, of exquisite form and color, 
very fragrant. 

Magna Charta. Dark pink, one of 
the easiest Roses to grow. 

Mme. Gabriel Luizet. Light satiny 
pink, an attractive sort. 

Merveille de Lyon. Extra large, 
blush white, a massive flower. 

Mrs.J. Sharman Crawford. Beauti- 
fullarge pink ; very free flowering, 

Mrs. John Laing. Rich, satiny 
pink, delicious fragrance ; blooms 
constantly. 

Paul Neyron. Flowers 5 inches 
across ; color, lovely dark pink. 
PERSIAN YELLOW. Hardy 
yellow Rose; best of its color. 

(See cut.) 

Prince Camille De Rohan. Dark 
crimson maroon, almost black. 
Ulrich Brunner. Cherry-red; a 

grand Rose; very free-blooming. 


Prune after plant= 
ing and as. shown 
on dotted lines. 


where the true Rose joins the Brier stock, and will eventually become estab- 
lished on their own roots. The great value of these budded Roses lies in the 
fact that they produce better flowers and make stronger plants in a shorter 
period than those grown from cuttings; and the advantage is that having no 
soil on the roots and being dormant, they are of little weight and can be sent 
cheaply by express. Buy early and store in cellar until ground is ready. 


_ Alfred Colomb. Carmine crimson, a 


grand Rose in every way. 


| Anna de Diesbach (Gloire de Paris). 


Rich carmine. 

Ball of Snow (Boule de Neige). Large, 
pure white, globular flowers, very 
fragrant, almost ever-blooming, very 
long stems; one of the most useful 
of the class. 

BARON DE BONSTETTEN. Black- 
ish crimson, with vivid red shad- 
ings. (See cut.) 


Baroness Rothschild. An exquisite 
shade of satiny pink. 

Capt. Christy. Delicate flesh color, 
deepening in shade toward the 
centre; one of the most beautiful of 
Roses. The foliage is quite distinct; 
very free in flowering. ; 

Coquette des Alpes. White, tinged 
blush, medium-sized flower, semi- 
cupped in form, a fine variety. 

Countess of Oxford. Very profuse; 
soft, rosy carmine. 


See prices at end of list above. 


Liberal Premiums for present year are offered on page 6. Please consult it before ordering. 


Dormant Plants of the above, as 
shown in illustration, purchaser’s selec- 
tion, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz., $20.00 
per 100. Our selection, 25c. each, $2.25 
per doz., $16.00 per 100. Full set of 28 
sorts for $6.00. Cannot be supplied after 
April 15th. 

Price for plants growing in 5 and 6 
inch pots, ready April 15th: Extra 
Selected Plants, 75c. each, $7.50 per 
doz. Collection of 28 grand Roses for 
$15.00. Second Grade of the above, 
fine plants, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 
Set of 28 sorts for $10.00. 


Bannon DE BONSTETTEN. 


138. 


Gloire de Margottin. Bright red; very free-blooming. 

Jean Liabaud. A grand dark red, almost crimson, Rose. 

John Hopper. Bright rose with carmine centre; large and full. 

Lady Helen Stewart. Bright crimson, shaded scarlet. 

Mille. Marie Rady. Vermilion red, shaded crimson. 

Mme. Gabriel Luizet. Light, clear pink. 

Mme. Alfred Carriere. Pure white; slender, graceful growth. 

MME. PLANTIER. A perfectly hardy, pure white double Rose, 
grand for cemeteries. 

Marchioness of Londonderry (new). Ivory white, pointed globu- 
lar; one of the grandest Roses yet offered. 

Maurice Bernardin. Bright crimson, large full flowers. 

Marshali P. Wilder, Cherry rose mingled with carmine. 

Marchioness of Lorne. Bright rose with carmine-centre. 

Mrs. J. Sharman Crawford. Deep rosy pink, very free. 

Mrs. Laxton. Deep velvety red; finely formed flower. 

Paul's Early Blush. Beautiful blush pink, shaded silver. 

Perle des Blanches. Pure white; very free-flowering. 

Pres. Thiers. Flaming red; large size flowers, full and globular. 

Queen of Queens. Pink, with blush edges; large and full. 

Rev. H. Dombrain. Very dark crimson; free-flowering and hardy. 

Sir G. Wolseley. Bright red, shaded carmine. : 

Spenser (new). Beautiful satin pink flowers, full and compact. 

Summer Queen. Beautiful light pink. 

Silver Queen. Silvery blush, shading to delicate rose. 

STRIPED LA FRANCE (Mme. Veysset). This new Rose combines 
all the good qualities of La France, is freer in bloom and is 
nicely striped, the marking being plain and distinct and the 
variegation a beautiful bright rose on a satin pink ground. 

Xavier Olibo. Deeprichcrimson; perfectly formed flowers, large 
and moderately full. A fine variety. 

Price, Ist size of any of the aboye, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz.; 2a 
size, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz.; 3d size, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 
Collection of 
39 sorts for 
$10.00, $9.00 
and $3.00 


Augustine Guinoisseau. (White La Frante) 


A ‘“sport’’ from that fine hardy Rose, ‘‘ La France,” and simi- 
lar to it in every respect, excepting color, which, in this new 
sort, is a unique shade of flesh white; hence its title of ‘‘ White 
La France.’’? On account of its great freedom of bloom, delicious 
fragrance and hardiness, it has become very popular. Price, 
Ist size, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz.; 2d size, 50c. each, $4.50 per 
doz.; 3d size, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. (See cut.) 


HARDY ROSES. 


Collection. 


We offer below a fine assortment of Hardy Roses carefully selected 
from our large stock, all inferior varieties having been discarded. 
NOTE.—All these Roses are grown on their own roots. 
A. K. Williams. Carmine red, changing to magenta. ; 
Alfred Colomb. Very large and globular; clear bright cherry. 
Anna Alexieff. Very pretty shade of rose; large and full. 
Baron de Bonstetten. Blackish crimson, vivid red shadings. 
Clio (new). Satin blush; very fine in every way. 
Capt. Hayward. Rich carmine crimson; extra good. 
Countess of Oxford. Soft rosy carmine. 
Coquette des Blanches. Pure white; very free-blooming. 
Dr. Lindley. Magnificent, dark crimson maroon ; extra fine. 
Duchesse de Vallombrosa. Flesh color, shaded rose. 
Duke of Edinburgh. Dark velvety crimson maroon. 
Bugene Furst. Very large flowers; dark velvety crimson. 
Francois Levet. Beautiful cherry rose, bright and distinct. 
GEN. JACQUEMINOT. Now known everywhere. The most 
popular of all Roses of the Hybrid Perpetual class. Color, rich 
crimson; of fine shape and exquisite fragrance. (See cut.) 


See prices at end of list above. (See next column.) 


‘SPECIAL LOW OFFER. 15 Monthly or 10 Hardy Roses for $1.00, This offer is made specially for the benefit 

: of our customers who live far from express offices and usually get plants by mail. At this low 
_ rate the selection of varieties must be left entirely to us when the order is jilled, and we cannot supply a schedule of sorts beforehand. 
* Teaving the selection to us allows us to send very frequently new and scarce sorts which may be ina surplus with us. If wanted by 
express, buyer to pay charges, we can send larger and finer plants and will leave all the soil on the roots. 


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Blanche Moreau. Pure white, ocea- 


sionally tinted blush. 
Glory of Mosses. Rosy pink. 
= _ LITTLE GEM. A veritable gem; dwarf, 


compact habit; flowers very heavily 
OSS mossed; color, bright crimson. (See cut.) 
°° Capt. Ingraham. Brilliant carmine. 


She ; Comtesse de Murinais. Pure white. 
DOES RKOS6S Crested Moss. Deep pink, crested. 
RG e English. The red English Moss Rose. 

—— Henry Martin. Fine bright pink. 
Hortense Vernet. Rosy carmine. 
UWitm Luxembourg. Crimson scarlet. 
SN) Ist size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 40c. each, 
$4.00 per doz.; 3d size, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 
Bis Rosa Rugosa Alba. The white- 
‘| flowered variety, 50c. each, $5.00 per 
0Sd ee doz.; fine plants. Dormant plants 
— (up to April 15th), 30c. each. 
Rosa Rugosa Rubra. The red variety. 
Rugosa Price, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. ; fine 
¢ plants. Dormant plants (up to April 
pean maenN loth) wo0Cseachs 
Mme. Georges Bruant, Pure white, 
long-pointed buds. A grand Rose, indispensablein every 
garden. Rosa Rugosa, ‘‘Souvenir de Yeddo.”’ 
Foliage equal to the above, flowers 
semi-double, larger and finer. 50c. 
each, $5.00 per doz. Young plants, 
20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


[ord Penzance’s . .. 
Hybrid Sweet Briers. 


These are crosses between the Sweet 
Brier and garden Roses. They com- 
prise a varied range of colors; flow- 
ers single, as large as a Clematis; 
vigorous growers, as sweetly scented 
as the old-fashioned Sweet Brier. 
Price, strong 2-year-old plants, 60c. 
each, set of 9 distinct sorts for $4.50. 


TRIED: ieee 
HARDY ROSE, (janrive.” 


The flowers are large, ground color 
soft satiny pink, distinctly striped and 
dashed with white and carmine. Of 
the many striped hardy Roses intro- 
duced, this is easily the best, being the 
most constant in its character and 
most distinctly marked. (See cut.) 
Price, 1st size, 50c., $4.50 doz. ; 2d size, 
30c., $3.00 doz. ; 3d size, 15c., $1.50 doz. 


(Japan Rose.) 


MOSS ROSE, “LITTLE GEM.” 


Trus Enis 
... allée Brier. 


(Rosa rubiginosa. ) 


Valuable for the refreshing fra- ~ 
“grance of its leaves. This is 
the true Eglantine. No garden 
should be without a plant of it. 
Itis perfectly hardy, and once it 
is planted, little, if any, care is 
necessary. It is splendid fora 
hedge or equally good asa group 
onthe lawn, ora single specimen 
inthe garden. Itdoes welleither 
in sun orshade. (Seecut.) Price, 
35¢c. each, $3.50 per doz., $20.00 
per 100; an extra size at 50c. 
each, $4.50 per doz. Dormant 
plants (up to April 15th), 25c. 
each, $2.25 perdoz., $16.00 per 100. 


Hubrid Téa Roses 


The great value of this class is 
ats hardiness and ever-blooming 
qualities, rich coloring and deli- 
cious fragrance. 


DUCHESS OF ALBANY. 
This grand variety is a ‘‘sport” 
from ‘“‘La Franee,’’and inherits 
all the grand qualities which 
have made its parent the favorite itis. The colorisadeeprich rose. It may 
be kept in the open ground all winter if covered with straw or leaves, or it 
may be potted, and will bloom all winter in a sunny window or greenhouse. 

Antoine Veydier. Brilliant dark pink; extra fine. 

Camoens. Peach color; a beautiful variety. 

Countess of Pembroke. Delicate satiny rose, large and full; very fragrant. 

Crimson Bedder. A very free-blooming, dark red variety, excellent. 

Etendard de Jeanne d’Arc. Ivory white, passing to pure white. 

Lady Mary Fitzwilliam. Delicate flesh pink, large and full. 

Lady H. Grosvenor. Flowers flesh color, large, full and globular. 

Mme. Andre Duron. A brilliant, clear red, large double flower. 

Mme. Pernet Ducher. New yellow Hybrid Tea. The first of its color in 
this section. A very free-blooming rose, very pretty in the bud. 

Mme. Schwaller. Bright rosy flesh, paler at the base of the petals and 
deeper at the edges. One of the freest-blooming hardy Roses now grown. 

Pierre Guillot. Double, dark crimson; a fine bedding Rose. 

Prices, Ist size, 50c. each, set of 12 for $4.50; 2d size, 30c. each, set of 12 
for $3.00; 3d size, 10c. each, set of 12 for $1.00. 


Note.—See colored plate, page 141. Three of the Roses shown are Hybrid Teas. 


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HENDERSON'S * SELECT QUARTET ” GarneN Roses. 


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THREE are new, hardy, ever-blooming garden Roses, the FOURTH our famous « Jubilee.’’ 


Unquestionably the stellar novelties in the Rose world at the present time. 


NEW HARDY EVER-BLOOMING ROSE, MRS. ROBERT GARRETT. 


really fine variety. The pleasure is enhanced because it is a variety of American origin, raised under the climatic conditions in 
which it must have its being; therefore it is a certainty that it will, beyond question, prove to be adapted to our climate, not like 


le introducing this grand new Rose to American Rose lovers, we wish to say that it affords us pleasure to be the first to offer such a 


many of the much-lauded imported novelties, which too often fail to reach the glowing descriptions of the foreign grower. 


The 


Mrs. Robert Garrett was raised by Mr. John Cook, the veteran raiser of fine Roses, including Souvenir de Wootton and several others, 


and is a cross between Sombreuil and Mad. Caroline Testout. 


With two such parents this fine result might be anticipated. 


The following description was written by our artist, after studying it for the Colored Plate: 
“Tt is a difficult matter to describe the coloring of a Rose; much of the coloring is due to its form and its semi-transparency, and 


is generated as it were in the Rose itself. 


Garrett, which is of remarkable depth, even in the fully opened flower. 
Speaking broadly, the general color effect of this Rose may be described as being a glowing shell- 


ordinary amount of coloring matter. 


A shallow Rose cannot have the beautiful color effects seen in a Rose like Mrs. Robert 


Its petals are of great substance, containing more than the 


like pink. It is marvelously beautiful, whether considered as a single specimen or in a bunch, but to be thoroughly appreciated should 
be seen in the diffused light of outdoors, with all its manifold charms accentuated and reinforced by its own background of living green.” 
PRICE: Ist size, strong 2-year-old plants, $1.25 each, $12.00 per doz.; 2d size, $1.00 each, $9.00 per doz.; 3d size, GOc. each, $6.00 per doz. 


New Hardy Ever-Blooming Rose, 
SOUVENIR DU PRESIDENT CARNOT. 


HYBRID Tea Rose of the greatest promise. Itis unquestion- 
ably the finest Rose of its color introduced in a decade. 
Whether considered from the standpoint of the commercial 

eut-flower grower or from its fitness for garden work, this Rose is 
without a superior, and itis doubtfulifit hasan equal. The growth 
is vigorous, the foliage dark green and very handsome, but the glory 
of the variety is inits flower. Itis very large, both in the bud and in 
the expanded flower, double to the centre and opens beautifully. 
The coloring is nearer like Devoniensis than any Rose on the market 
at the present time, but it is lighter and approaches nearer to a 
white. Technically described, it could be called a rosy flesh, very 
soft in the centre, and shaded with a lighter flesh at the end of the 
petals. The budis as long as Niphetos, but not quite so pointed, 
andis very much fuller atthe base. It has taken front rank already 
in the metropolis. Price, 1st size, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 2d 
size, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz.; 3d size, 25c. each, $2.25 per doz. 


New White Hardy Ever-Blooming Rose, 
WHITE MAMAN COCHET. 


HAT has been so long desired, viz: a pure white, hardy, 
WV ever-blooming Rose, has been at length obtained in this 
grand variety. It has all the requisites of a perfect garden 
Rose—substance, size, fragrance, hardiness, vigor and profusion 
of bloom—rivaling the best of the monthly ever-blooming Roses in 
the latter all-important quality. It is a ‘‘sport’’ from the well- 
known and much-valued Rose, ‘‘Maman Cochet,’’ inheriting 
all its fine qualities, full and firm buds, long and pointed, the ideal 
shape fora Rose, and keeping a long time when cut. We cannot 
speak too highly of it, and the fact that we include it in our 
“Select Quartet” is sufficient to indicate our high opinion of it. 
Wherever fine Roses are grown or a hardy white ever-blooming 
Rose is wanted the White Maman Cochet should be planted. 
Price, Ist size, $1.00 each, $9.00 per doz.; 2d size, 75°. each, $7.50 
per doz.; 3d size, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


Our New GOLD MEDAL Rose, 


a—JUBILEE. 


This grand new Rose was sold at retail only last year; therefore, we still practi- 
cally control the stock. As a protection to our customers, therefore, we will attach 
our lead seal to every plant, and whether it is obtained from us direct, or from a 
local florist. this seal must be attached to the plant to insure its genuineness. 
SEE FACSIMILE OF SEAL TO RIGHT AND LEFT HEREWITH. 


green foliage, one of its distinguishing features; short-jointed, long flower stems, and branches freely, blooms most abundantly, 


three flowers and over on each shoot, the ideal habit for a hardy garden Rose. 


The flowers are very large, reaching six inches 


[ is a true Hybrid Remontant Rose, perfectly hardy, blooming in the fall as well as in the early summer, very vigorous, large, dark 


across under good culture; outer petals partially reflexed and recurved, the centre petals upright and very gracefully disposed, 


giving grace and finish without showing the centre; they last a long time when cut. 
The fragrance is strong, delightfully rich and very lasting. 


falling away gracefully, revealing the rich velvety texture. 


The buds are long and rounded, the petals 


Its Wealth of Color.—A pure red in its deepest tone, shading to deep crimson red and velvety maroon red in the depths of the 


etals. ‘‘The coloring is alive,’ as one expressed it. 
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rich velvety finish to the petals is all its own, and is not even approached by any other Rose yet introduced. 


“It fairly glows in its rich warmth of coloring,’ another said. The 


It is admirable, 


unique, and, as Mr. F. Schuyler Matthews, the celebrated artist, said, ‘‘This Rose contains the darkest color, combined with 


pure color, of which nature is capable.” 


It required centuries and the skill of the world’s hybridizers to produce this peerless 


Rose, perfect in all its attributes, peerless in its magnificent color, and it is fair to assume that it will again require the centuries 
to produce its equal—if it ever is produced—for nature is not prolific in repetitions. 


PRICES: Extra strong plants from 3-inch pots, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; strong plants from 4-inch pots, 75c. each, 
$7.50 per doz.; extra large 2-year-old plants, $1.25 each, $12.00 per doz. 


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calling attention to the beautiful colored plate of Double Petunias opposite, we feel a pardonable pride in alluding to our 
“To none 

which we cultivate do we devote more care and labor, employing only the most skillful hands, and hybridizing the tens of 
thousands of flowers by hand, a slow and expensive process, but justified by the results as shown in the grand varieties we 
illustrate on the colored plate. When it is considered that the varieties shown were selected from over a thousand plants, and that 


| they, in turn, are a selection from over ten thousand seedlings, some estimate can be formed of the scrupulous and watchful care 


|) bestowed upon them, for in the whole range of garden plants there are none that can be said to excel the Double Petunia. 


| profusion. 
) situation they find a congenial home. 
| their own foliage, or cut with long stems and placed in vases. 


we exercise in selecting. Beginning with the time we illustrated the variety “Magnet” on a colored plate up to the present, we 
have never ceased our efforts towards improvement, and the ‘‘superb collection” offered now is the crowning glory of over a 
quarter of a century’s intelligent, persistent labor. The perfection to which a race of flowers can be brought by the florist’s and 
seedsman’s skill finds a fitting illustration in these wonderful Double Petunias now offered; but they are worthy of all the ; Gare 
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are of the easiest culture, growing in any soil which will maintain plant life, and producing the most showy flowers in wonderful 
The variety of uses to which they can be put is extraordinary — baskets, vases, beds, borders —in any and every 
The flowers are very useful for table decoration, laid on a flat dish and garnished with 
A description of each seems superfluous taken with the colored 
late; in fact, it is almost impossible to accurately describe the markings, so delicately and wonderfully does a bounteous nature 
estow and blend them, but we call particular attention to the Pink variety, Mrs. F. Sander, although to many it may seem an 


Sunrise. 


The variety on the upper left-hand corner of the colored plate. 


| Pearly white, suffused with a faint flush and deepening to rosy 


| pink, with here and there a petal blotched with carmine pink; this 
| blending of color suggested the name of ‘‘Sunrise.”’ 


| hand upper corner of the colored plate. 
| other revives memories of the orb of day as he sinks in a blaze 


Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. ; 


Garnet. 


In striking contrast to the above is its companion on the right- 
If one suggests Aurora “the 


2 for 50e., or 4 for $1.00. 


| of glowing crimson, or, nearer still, the subdued but rich lights of 
| the Garnet. 


Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; 2 for 50c., or 4 for $1.00. 


Sea Joan.———— 


The greatest achievement of the hybridizer in Double Petunias 
is to produce a fine double fringed variety of a pure white; this we 


| have occasionally succeeded in doing, but never have we obtained 


| Special Offer. 


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one that for purity of color, form, size and vigor of growth was the 
superior of ‘‘Sea Foam.”’ 


Price, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz.; 2 for 70c., or 3 for $1.00. 


DOUBLE SEEDLING PETUNIAS. 


Plants grown from the same strain of seed which produced 
the above varieties, but not all of them are certain to be double. 
Such of them as come single will, however, be certain to be 
larger and more brilliantly colored than any of the regular single 
Petunias. 

Price, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $8.00 per 100. 


The full collection of six Double Fringed Petunias for $1.50. 
Two collections (12 plants) for $2.75. Three collections (18 plants) for $3.75. Four collections (24 plants) for $4.50 


| invidious distinction, when each one has such strong claims to admiration. 


——— (Mrs. fF. Sander. == 


For the first time we are enabled to offer a pure pink Double 
Fringed Petunia. At rare intervals we have had varieties of a 
lavender pink shade, but here we have one fully the equal in color 
of the finest Carnations. The culmination of the hybridizer’s art 
is reached in Mrs. F. Sander. 

Price, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz.; 2 for 80c., or 3 for $1.00. 


Ruby.——$ 


A clear white ground, with masses of ruby red showing clear and 
distinct, a blending of two strong contrasting colors bringing out 
shades it is impossible to describe or to show with the pigments 
to be obtained ; a bold flower of the largest size and deeply fringed, 
these are the leading characteristics of. *« Ruby. 

Price, 30c. each, $3. 00 per doz. ; 2 for 50c., or 4 for $1.00. 


Fimetbyst. 


A softening of color effects, a greater harmony of light and 
shade, the blending of rich violet and transparent mauve, with 
soft pearly white, these make up a pleasing contrast to the bolder 
color effects of the preceding, and as such will, without doubt, find 
many admirers for ‘‘ Amethyst.” 

Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. ; 2 for 50c., or 4 for $1.00. 


(If bought separately would cost $2.10.) 


SINGLE SEEDLING PETUNIAS. oy 


These are grown from seed of our own saying, and are the same 
strain as those we use in our hybridizing to obtain double flowers. 
Many of them will be finely fringed, and most of them are sure to 
be highly colored varieties. For massing in beds or borders these 
are unequaled. 

Price, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 


SEEDS OF HENDERSON’S SUPERB DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS. 


As an illustration of the care necessary to produce this seed, we state that it costs us in labor alone $200.00 PER OUNCE, or 


about eleven times its weight in gold. 


We have a limited quantity of this seed for sale, and offer it at 50c. per packet. 


ORDER SEEDS OF HENDERSON’S SUPERB DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS. 


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LORIOUS 
EVER-BLOOMING 


NEW AND RARE. 


CANNAS, “WA 


THE MOST MARWELOUS PRODUCTIONS OF TWO CONTINENTS. 


N this page we offer the choicest and most carefully selected collection of new and rare Cannas it is possible to obtain at 


the present time. 


Every year we receive on trial hundreds of new seedling Cannas, we import the best of the foreign 


e collections, and all these are carefully tested and compared with the older sorts before being admitted to our catalogue; if 
they fail to reach the standard already established they are discarded. The varieties we offer on this page may therefore 


“The Cream of the World’s Collections” 


well be called 


as they represent the highest types of American and foreign production. 
little short of marvelous; in no other class of summer-blooming 


The advance made in Cannas is so unparalleled as to be 


plants has the advance been so rapid or so well sustained. The 


glorious sorts offered herewith are of such striking merit compared with those introduced a few years ago, considered from any 


standpoint, that there is scarcely any comparison between them. 


fully the equal of the best importations. 


AMERICAN VARIETIES. 


BRILLIANT. While the flowers are only of medium size they are so very 
distinct in color as to be quite noticeable. The three upper segments are ab- 
solutely pure and clear yellow; in contrast with these, however, the lower 
petal is of the brightest red, spotted yellow. 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 

CHICAGO. Nearly four feet. Grand vermilion scarlet; flowers very large and 
flat, petals broad and five in number, composing a magnificent flower in a very 
large truss; erectin growth; foliage bright green. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

DUKE OF MARLBOROUGH. This is decidedly the darkest and richest 
colored Canna in existence. The flowers area deep rich crimson maroon with 
a velvety appearance and good substance, the almost black buds and very close 
head giving it a still darkerlook. its fine form, medium size and distinct color 
will makeitimmensely popular. 75c. each, $7. 50 per doz. 

DUCHESS OF MARLBOROUGH. This is of much stronger growth than 
the Duke, the leaves being over three feet in length and a foot wide. Itisa 
most conspicuous and attractive Canna, producing immense branching spikes, 
often expanding 250 flowers on a single "flower stem. The coloris a pure rich 
pink, and being produced in such immense quantities the effect is certainly 
grand and unique. This variety is an excellent winter bloomer and never out 
of flower, the new growths succeeding each other in great rapidity. It will 
revolutionize the color effect in Canna beds. T5c. each, $7.50 per doz. 

LORRAINE. This is a decided departurein color. The segments marked like 
Queen Charlotte but they are pure pink with a broad edge of primrose or sul- 
phur yellow fading after noon to almost pure white. This peculiar effect of 
pink and white is very pleasing. Itis also a fine grower, about four feet high, 
and with very large substantial green foliage. 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 

MAIDEN’S BLUSH. A new colorin Cannas, absolutely pure shell pink. Al- 
most the exact color of Daybreak carnation. Large, regular, well-expanded 
flowers; borne in large trusses all through the growing season. Recommended 
as one of the very best and most distinct Cannas recently introduced; every- 
body wantsit assoon asseen. Bloomsearly. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

MRS. FAIRMAN ROGERS. A grand, gilt-edged variety, raised at Newport, 
R. I., and already famous for its many excellent qualities. The color isa rich 
vermilion scarlet, edged with bright canary yellow. The flowers are produced 
in very large trusses and have great substance. It makes a grand pot plant, 
and as ascarlet for bedding it is without an equal, forming strong, sturdy 
plants 3 ta3% feet high. Price, 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

PHILADELPHIA. Tested forthreeyearsin comparison with all the best crim- 
sons, it has fairly proved the brightest and most beautiful of all. It is a splen- 
did bright glowing red, very rich and velvety, remarkable for shedding its old 
flowers as fast as they wither, leaving the beautiful fresh blossoms shine out 
bright and clear all through the season, early and constant bloomer, hand- 
some foliage, medium height. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

PILLAR OF FIRE. A giant among Cannas, growing 6 to 7 feet high; 
bright scarlet; flowers large and borne in strong erect spikes, 
bloomer, invaluable for centre pieces. 35c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

PREMIER. A seedlingfrom ‘‘ Queen Charlotte,’ much more brilliantly colored, 
and has the pronounced golden edge ot that fine variety. ‘‘Premier’’ is particu- 
larly valuable on account of its dwarf, compact growth, rarely exceeding three 
feet, its wonderful freedom of bloom and theeven symmetrical habit of the plants, 
it possesses in a marked degree all the best qualities of the bedding Canna and 
is equally valuable for growing in pots for greenhouse. This is one of the best 

varieties yet raised in America and will maintain a prominent position for 
years among the finest Cannas of the world. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

PRESIDENT CLEVELAND. This variety has attracted widespread atten- 
tion the past season, and is conceded to be one of thevery finest introductions 
of late years. Color is bright, distinct orange scarlet, one of the showiest varie- 
ties. Itis a fine, compact, vigorous grower, producing immense trusses and 
flowers of very large size. 75c. each, .50 per doz. 

RICHMOND PEARSON. A oan S yellow variety in which the spots are 
of a light red on a golden yellow ground; flowers about the same size as Flor- 
ence Vaughan, and produced very freely on large branching trusses. Habit of 
plant compact and uniform. 3%ift. $1.00 each, $9.00 per doz. 

ROBERT CHRISTIE. Brilliant orange scarlet. This variety is a particu- 
larly strong grower, throwing up tremendous heads of bloom. It is an excep- 
tionally free bloomer. Planted alongside of Chicago, it showed fully twice as 
much flower as that popular variety at any time. It is entirely distinct from 
any other variety of itscolor. 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 

ROSALBA. Fine cream-white, dotted with rose; very beautiful 
different from every other kind. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz. 

TARRYTOWN. An ideal bedding Canna, flowers a brilliant cherry red, a 
dwarf, compact grower, and an exceedingly free.early and continuous bloomer. 
It is very sturdy and vigorous, with fine, healthy foliage. The flowers are 
borne in dense masses, as evenly as if sheared, and one of its most valuable 
characteristics is the fact that wind and rain seem to have no effect whatever 
on them, not marring or disfiguring them in the least. Certain to become very 
popular, as it possesses 80 many excellent features. 75c. each, $7.50 per doz. 

TRIUMPH. Flamingo type, but more vigorous, larger flower and truss; 
rich bright red; broad, thick petals, very durable; a constant bloomer; very 
handsome and desirable. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 


very 
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and entirely 


| VICE-PRESIDENT LUIZET. 


America has been the cradle of many of these and they are 


FOREIGN VARIETIES. 


ADMIRAL AVELLAN. Thebest of the comparatively new dark-leayed vari- 
eties. It is a rich orange scarlet, overlaid with salmon, giving a peculiarly: 
rich luminous appearance, 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

*ALEMANNIA,. Truly a “Giant” flowering Canna. The foliage alone would 
be sufficient to render the plant beautiful... The flowers are enormous and sur- 
pass in size even those of the canna ‘‘Italia.”” Outer petals scarlet, with a very 
broad yellow border. The inside of the blooms is scarlet and dark red. $1.00 
each, $10.00 per doz. 

AMERICA. The first ‘‘Giant’’ flowering dark-leaved Canna. The beautiful 
foliage is of a bronze color with dark red hues and shining as if varnished. The 
spikes are very large and the flowers enormous, of a very beautiful glowing 
purplish red, flamed and striped. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz. 

AMI JULES CHRETIEN (‘The Iris Canna’). Called the Iris-flowered 
Canna, owing to the resemblance to a Japanese Iris. 

The colors are delightful and rich in combination, the main effect being of a 
glossy rose salmon, shading toward the edges to a deeper color; the base of 
each segment relieved by a light yellow blotch, and the reverse by a much larger 
one. The whole flower reflects a golden lustre, and finally changes to pink or 
salmon rose. It is an early and prolific bloomer; deep green foliage. The most 
unique in shape and color of any Canna. T5dc. each, $7.50 per doz. 

AURORE. Entirely distinct, orange salmon, flowers of large size and very 
heavy trusses, foliage rich green. 4 feet. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

CZAR ALEXANDER III. Very large flowers, brilliant carmine, produced 
in heavy spikes, green foliage. 31% feet. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

DEPUTE RAVARIN. A magnificent variety, spreading flowers of very rich 
crimson. It resembles Alphonse Bouvier, except that the trusses of flowers are 
erect and are considerably larger, 5 to 6 feet. 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 

F. NEUVESSEL. A splendid sort, a soft pleasing shade of carmine; good size, 
excellent habit, foliage dark green with bronzy markings; of strong robust 
habit, growing 41% feet. Very effective. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

FRANZ BUCHNER. Entirely distinct from all others; color a deep orange 
suffused with scarlet, with a delicate wavy fringe of yellow around the edge of 
the petals; valuable variety, of dwarf, compact habit. 25c. each, $2.50 doz. 

FURST HOHENLOHE. In this variety we have the ideal yellow bedding 
Canna up-to-date, and a variety that will not prove disappointing. Flowers 
of good size, upper petals purest yellow, the lower slightly marked with crim- 
son. 
uniform growth and its large spikes of flowers. 3 ft. 50c. each, 

GRAF OSWALD DE KERCHOVE. Intense rich orange scarlet, 
bright; bronzy green foliage. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

HORTENSE BARBEREAU. An exceptionally Boog bright cherry red, with 
large heavy trusses of good-sized flowers. 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 

MAD. LEON LECLERC. This is a bright orange earlet with a heavy tip 
and narrow margin of yellowon each petal; entirely distinct from anything yet 
introduced and a most pleasing addition. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz. 

MDLLE. BERAT. A most distinct and novel variety, being the nearest 
approac h to a clear, rich pink yet introduced, avery soft shade of rosy car- 
mine, unique; foliage green. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

MME. A. BOUVIER. Flower large and spreading, a medium shade of red, 
dotted with deep crimson. Yellow edge and throat. A magnificent variety, of 
singular exotic beauty. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

MME. FAVRICHON. A most prolific foweune variety, flowers satiny car- 
mine, with a peculiar orange sheen. 75c. each, 50 per doz. 

MME. SALLIER. An entirely distinct Sage yellow variety. Flowers 
large, ground color a clear yellow, with bright scarlet stripes running through 
the petals, very distinct. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz. 

PAPA. Considered by many the finest red yet introduced. 
feet high, with immense spikes of flowers of giant size and of fine form; 
light green foliage. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

PAUL MEYLAN. A beautiful shade of orange red, with golden edge, there 
being just sufficient of this yellow border to intensify the orange; a most 
desirable free-flowering variety ; foliage soft green. 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. 

P. J. BERCKMANS. A grand, robust-growing Canna, large, deep green 
foliage, flowers a rich shade of carmine crimson soft and yet brilliant, broad 
petals and very large trusses. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

ROBERT OWEN. A medium size flower, quite distinct in color, upper petals 
being of a light canary yellow, lower petals being irregularly striped and 
spotted with red. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

ROI DE ROUGES. M. Crozy calls this the king of the reds, and it is 
certainly one of the finest of the many reds yet introduced; the flowers are of 
good size, with heavy petals, and are produced on stout, thickly-set stems; 
foliage green; habit compact, not exceeding 3 feet. 60c. each, $6.00 per doz, 

SIR TREVOR LAWRENCE. Large round flowers, carmine rose with 
yellow border; foliage green. 4 feet. 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 

SOUV. DE MAD. CROZY. Large garnet red flowers, with large border and 
centre of a brilliant yellow, rich green foliage. 4 feet. 40c. each, $4.00 per doz- 

Will make an excellent variety for massing, 

of a rich cherry-red with carmine reflex; produced in large compact spikes; 

foliage green. 3% feet. 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 


$4.50 per doz. 
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GIANT ORCHID- 
FLOWERING CANNA, 
“TTALIA.”” 


“4 (YOLDEN JUBILEE” 
FPRENCH CANNAS. 


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EVER - BLOOMING 


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The unprecedented success of this collection induces us to offer it 
again this year at greatly reduced prices. 


[TALIA. The New Giant Orchid-flowered Canna. 


This wonderful variety is well shown in the cut above —better, in fact, 
than any verbal description can doit. The coloring is gorgeous in the 
extreme, rich golden yellow with great patches of brilliant reddish crim- 
son and irregular spots of the same shade on the upper petals. It is 
strikingly unique, surpasses even an Orchid in color effects, and has a 
rich, oriental appearance. The flowers are six to eight inches across. 
Our artist last year presented a good picture of it, but the pigments 
are not made which would reproduce the soft intensity of its coloring, 
or its brilliancy with our summer sun beaming on it. The flower con- 
sists of five petals, but frequently there are six in each flower. The 
growth is stately, in ordinary seasons reaching six feet, broad and 
massive, beauty and strength combined, a wealth of graceful foliage 
and gorgeous flowers. (Sce cut.) Price, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. 


AUSTRIA. The New Giant Golden Lily-flowered Canna. 


The claim of Italia to the title of Orchid-flowered is not better than 
this to Lily-flowered. It is, in truth, a giant, with flowers six to eight 
inches across, a giant in its superb growth, young plants set out in June 
forming dense spreading clumps, with 20 to 25 stems six feet high, and 
every stem surmounted with a spike of its glorious, golden, lily-like 
‘flowers, a giant in its grand foliage, a magnificent giant in its every 
‘attribute. (See cut.) Price, 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. Dormant roots, 
| 20c. each. 


|THE «GILT =-EDGED’”? CANNA, Souv. d’Antoine Crozy. 


This is a marvelously brilliant Canna; intense scarlet, rich and daz- 
| zling, bordered with a broad, rich golden yellow edge, and does not fade 
}or scorch in the hot and dry weather. This invaluable quality it shares 
| with Queen Charlotte, the other grand ‘‘Gilt-edge” variety. Of vigor- 
ous habit, three feet high. Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


‘THE « PEACHBLOW ” CANNA, Alba Rosea Grandiflora. 


The most distinct variety of Canna known at the present time. 
The sheath which encloses the flower is light bronze, the stem 
deep bronze; the opening flower protruding shows a point of 
bright yellow, very pretty and distinct. Itis inthe fully expand- 
ed flower, however, that the great beauty is shown. The base of 
the petals is rich deep rose, tinting upwards through light rose 
into flesh pink, until the color merges imperceptibly into creamy 
white, fully one-half the flower being the latter color, the general 
effect reminding one of the coloring inthe celebrated ‘‘Peachblow 
Vase.” The flowers are held at right angles from the stem, not 
erowded, so that each is distinct, and the effect is very graceful. 
The foliage is dark green; height, 5feet. Price, 30c. each, $3 doz. 


‘THE BEST CRIMSON CANNA, Charles Henderson. 


Thisisa comparatively new Canna, and is acknowledged as the 
standard crimson; avely compact grower, elegant dark greem 
foliage on purple stems; grows about 3 fect. The flower spikes: 
are of the largest size, the petals are very broad and beautifully 
recurved, which, in addition to forming a magnificent globular 
head of perfect florets, keep the truss clear of all faded flowers- 
The colorisadeep rich crimson with a yellow flame at the throat- 
It is easily the finest crimson Canna. Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


THE PINK CANNA, Pink Ehmanii. 


A pure rose pink, fine habit. The only clear rose pink yet 
introduced, very free-blooming; height, 4 feet. The growth is 
very compact; the habit is excellent; it blooms early and all the 
time, and is in every way a decided acquisition aside from its 
grand color. Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


‘The «LEOPARD-SPOTTED” CANNA, Comte de Bouchaud 


Thisisa grand spotted variety well deserving the appellation, 
the ‘*Leopard”’ Canna. The flowers are a rich, bright golden yel- 
low, with a dash of orange in the color; they are heavily spotted 
with bright red, very large and perfect form; grows about 414 
feet, deep green foliage. Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

SPECIAL OFFER.—The ‘‘Golden Jubilee’’ Collection of Ever- 
blooming Cannas, seven varieties, including Italia and Austria, 
for $2.00. If bought separately they would cost $2.35. 

Note.—These Cannas are supplied in growing plants, a decided 
advantage, as they are safer and bloom earlier. 


GIANT ORCHID-FLOWERING CANNA, 


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The EVER-BLOOMING FRENCH CANNAS, 2Sizdsed Sorts. - 
notura 

size of We have pruned our list severely, cutting out all varieties not of pro- 
flowers nounced merit, so that the list now offered only contains the cream of the 
shown in sorts which are everywhere recognized as standards. 

Pralis Admiral Courbet. Light yellow, speckled with orange. 

Fas Alphonse Bouvier. Deep, rich crimson, velvety in its intensity, overlaid 
inahes with dazzling red. Height, 6 feet. 

across Ami Pichon. Magnificent deep crimson, large trusses of flowers. 


Bronze Bedder. Deep bronze foliage, rich orange scarlet flowers. 

Black Beauty. Flowers rich glowing crimson, foliage dark, 414 feet. 

Comte Horace Choisel. Deep rich magenta; strong, compact grower. 

Doyen J. Sisley. Dark chocolate-colored foliage, flowers orange scarlet. 

Egandale. A fine dark-foliaged variety, with flowers of a soft currant red. 

Edward Mieg. Rich vermilion scarlet; dark green foliage; 31 feet. 

E. Renan. 4 feet, leaves purple, flower large, deep rich rose carmine. 

Florence Vaughan. Deep yellow, mottled rich crimson, very large flowers. 

J. D. Cabos. Flowers rich orange, tinged apricot; foliage dark. 

Madame Montefiore. Yellow, slightly spotted with red, very attractive. 

Paul Marquant. A peculiar shade of salmon, overlaid with soft carmine. 

Pres. Carnot. A majestic variety with dark foliage; flowers deep scarlet. 

Trocadero. Deep crimson lake of the richest shade. A grand sort. 

Rose Unique. Beautiful rose color, vigorous growth; 314 feet. 

Sophie Buchner. Plant of a majestic appearance, flowers Sch vermilion. 
Price, for any of the above, dormant roots, which can be sent by mail if 

desired, and supplied up to May Ist, 15c. each, 

$1.50 per doz. Established plants, growing in 

4-inch pots, ready May Ist, 25c. each, $2.25 per 


doz. 
FOLIAGE CANNAS. 


Marechal Vaillainte, very dark foli- 
age; Discolor Violacea, large dark 
foliage marked bronze green. Price, 
dormant roots,10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


ELDORADO. Thisis the best golden 
y' 


ellow Canna of its 
class now on the market. The flowers’ 
are of the largest size, heads full and 
borne well above the foliage, habit 
dwarf and compact, 214 to 3 feet in 
height. Thecolorisa rich, pure, golden 
} yellow, speckled so slightly with red 
that the general effect, even at a very 
short distance, is that of a pure golden 
yellow. Price, dormant roots, 20e. 
each, $2.00 per doz.; growing plants, 
ready May Ist, 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 


Crest are, beyond all question, the 


CANNA, ‘‘ FLAMINGO.” 


FLAMINGO.———> 


A superb, deep crimson variety 
with trusses of immense size borne 
well above the foliage in lavish 
profusion from early summer until 
frost. The individual flowers are 
4 inches across, gracefully re- 
flexed,and of fine,even rounded 
form. Dark green foliage, rare- 
ly exceeding 4 feet in height. 
(See cut.) Price, 30c. each, 
$3.00 per doz. 


Queen Charlotte. | 


A grand, large-flowered, ever- j 
blooming French Canna, with 
a distinet golden belt around 
each petal, the centre brilliant 
orange scarlet, with crimson 
tones. 

The plantis sturdy and com- 
pact, the blossoms stand well 
above the foliage; each main 
flower shoot is succeeded by many 
side shoots, thus insuring an un- 
broken succession of flowers. The 
flowers are stout and densely set, but 
not so as to appear crowded. (See cut.) 

Price, dormant roots, which can be 
sent by mail if desired and supplied up hi Pees 
to May Ist, 20c. each; $2.00 per doz.; es- 
tablished plants from 4-inch pots, ready May Ist, 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 


THE NEW WHITE CANNA, “ALSACE.” 


A vigorous grower, green foliage, 4 feet high; produces from 12 to 18 
trusses of flowers in aseason; anearly and continuous bloomer. The 
trusses, upon opening, are of a delicate sulphur yellow, changing very 
soon, however, toa CREAMY WHITE without spots. Plants in our 
grounds were a solid mass of white flowers all summer, a grand and / 
novelsight. It is decidedly a most desirable Canna for its unique color, 
and will be indispensable wherever contrast in color for bedding is 
required. (See cut.) Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. fe 


GOLDEN WINGS Through a golden field are scattered irregular | 

* spots and blotches of deep brownish crimson 
and orange scarlet, with great patches of color in the centre of the 
flowers. It is with the purpose of accentuating this rare coloring that we have given it the title 
of the ‘* Butterfly” Canna as the only appropriate one fitting its appearance. The natural height 
is 414 feet; splendid foliage and branching flower stalks. Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


QUEEN 
CHARLOTTE. 


most attractive summer=blooming 
plants in cultivation. 


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A brilliant vermilion scarlet, bordered with deep golden yellow; the 
MADAME CROZY. flowers are borne in great clusters and in such profusion that they 
crown the plant with ablaze of glowing color. The foliageis vivid green, broadand massive; the =< LEE 
habit of the plant is compact and vigorous, its natural height being rarely more than4feet. “~~ WHIT. 4 CA) 
Price, dormant roots, which can be sent by mail if desired, and supplied up to May Ist, 20c. : een 
each, $2.00 per doz., $12.00 per 100, Established plants, growing in 4-inch pots (ready May Ist), 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


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See next column. 


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A pleasing shade of rosy pink, large flowers, can 
Anna fal eld. be grown to 10 inches, broad ‘petals, flat flower, 
slight anemone centre; very attractive for exhibition purposes. 

© oJ? Clear yellow, slight anemone centre of deep 

| Bird S Nest. yellow, petals incurving loosely, forming what 
looks like a bird’s nest, hence the name. A very distinct variety. 


Pale primrose yellow, reflexed petals in- 
Florence Turner. curving with age, foliage and stem good. 
This will undoubtedly make 


a distinct and good exhibition variety, 
well grown. 


Idol’s Eye. 
° Exceedingly rich golden yellow, reflexed petals, 
Klondike. large solid flower, stem and foliage first-class. 
Pure white,reflexed, drooping petals, large dou- 
Matterhorn. ble flower, stem and foliage first-class. Well 
grown, this should make a capital variety for exhibition orcutblooms. 
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A fine shrimp pink, perfect globular flowers, pet- 
als cupped and incurved; very beautiful at night. 


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NEW SEEDLING 
fi, CHRYSANTHEMUM 


; =" No. h © merit, flowers 


===) very largeand deep, measuring 
naturally, when well grown, 7 
inches and over across 
and nearly as deep. 
The color is an exceed- 
ingly rich shade of red- 
dish crimson, with 
a velvety finish, very 
rich; the petals are 
broad and very grace- 
fully arranged, falling 
away from the centre 
in graceful curves 
while the centre petals 
remain partially up- 
right, giving an ar- 
tistic, informal appear- 
ance to the flower, in 
striking contrast to 
many of theveryformal 
varieties. The stem is 
strong, the flowers be- 
ing held upright, the 
foliage is first-class, 
i) and, taken altogether, it is 
/ easily the best in its color. 
Price (including privilege of 


A new variety 


suggesting a name), 25c. 
each, 5 for $1.00, 12 for 
$2.25. 


‘ 
\ We Want a Name 


‘ For Chrysanthemum No. 9, and so 

offer a prize of $85.00 for it, 
divided as follows: $25.00 for the best 
name suggested, and twelve prizes of $5.00 
each for the next best names. The names 
suggested must be written on the blank 
accompanying the plant, with .name and 
address of sender, and only one name on 
each. A blank will be sent for each plant 
bought, whether singly or in quantity. For 
fuller details, see page 16. 


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New Seedling 
Chrysanthemums for 1898. 


The following varieties were selected from over forty new seed- 
lings, they, in turn, being a careful selection of the best out of the 
hundreds of new seedlings raised by Mr. Thcs. H. Spaulding, from 
whom we purchased the entire stock upon his retirement from 
business. Some of the finest varieties in commerce came from him, 
and these are worthy of the raiser. 


; Large blush white with petals irreg- 
Mrs. C. F. Diehm. ularly marked with pink; a high- 
Fine stem and foliage. 


built globular flower. 


i, Soft, white, deeply tinged with light 
Mrs. Wm. Massie. rosy pink, a large globular flower, 


finishing to a perfect dome, petals broad and cupped ; a fine variety. 
Scored 81 points at New York with only moderately developed blooms. 


Setting Sun. petals slightly cupped, flower of great depth 
and substance, rigid stem, foliage up to flower. This is the most 
brilliant yellow we have yet seen; when well grown, it must prove 
of great value, either commercially or for exhibition. 


Wasserfall. 


Price for newseedling Chrysanthemums, 50c. each ; set of 10 for $4.00. 


Deep yellow, shaded bronze, large broad 


Very good reflexed white, in bloom October 10th; 
valuable for its earliness and purity of color. 


Marquise de Montmoit. 
Mille. Fleurot. 


Mme. Gastelier, 


Mme. Marie Constans. Silvery white, centre lemon yellow. 

Mme. Mathilde Bettzich. Creamy white and rose, lemon centre. 

Mme. Ve. Pasquier. Cream, with white edges and rose. 

Mme. F. Bergmann. Pure white; a fine, large globular flower, 
grown extensively for cut flowers and as a pot plant. 

Mrs. Chas. W. Woolsey. Pure white. In bloom October 5th. 


N offering these SEPTEMBER - FLOWERING 
GHRYSANTHEMUMS, after an extended trial, 


we are confident that they will give satisfac- 
tion. Out of over 200 sorts which we tested we have selected 
those named below as the most desirable, and only those that 
bloomed the latter part of September and during early October. 
Hitherto the great objection to Chrysanthemums in our North- 


ern States was that when grown in the garden the frost destroyed most of 
the flowers before coming to maturity, but now this difficulty is overcome. 


Baron Veillard. Yellow, each petal outlined in rosy crimson. 

Camille Bernardin. Violet and carmine, lightened with white. (See cut.) 
Charles Joly. Beautiful violet rose and glossy white, centre gold. 
Chas. Greard. Yellow ground, liberally overlaid with tawny red. Flowers six in. across. 
Chev. Ange Bandiera. White, cream and rose, goldencentre. Long petals, gracefully curved. 
Eugene Farez. Indian red, reverse golden; petals twisted. Medium size flower, very early. 
Gaetan de Venoge. Nankeen yellow, rose edges ; centre creamy white. Large Japanese flower. 
Jean Nicolas. Glossy rose and dim white, centre cream; petals slender and curled. 
Pure glossy rose and silvery white. 
White, tipped rose, yellow centre. 
Mile. Jacob. Japanese; recurved, rosy lilac and glossy white. A pretty variety ; unique shade. 
Mile. G. Cassagneau. Lilacrose, shaded white, yellowcentre. Psony-flowered, large and double. 
Mme. A. T. de la Croure. 
Pure white, a large fluffy flower; one of the earliest to bloom. 


(See cut.) 
One of the earliest in market. 
Broad petals, cupped and slightly twisted. 


Carmine purple, centre greenish gold. A very attractive sort. 
(See cut.) 


M. Francois Katzer. Roseand yellow. Very large flower. 

M. Frederic lUsmayer. Deep yellow, edged crimson maroon. 
M. Henri Galice. Brilliant golden yellow, tinged rosy pink. 

M. Valery Larbaut. Creamy white and rose, lemon centre. 
Prof. Welter Croz. Petals curled, white, carmine centre. 

Vve. Chiquot. Centre brick red, edged brilliant yellow. (Pompon.) 


Price for any of the above, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., or the full set of 25 sorts for $3.00. 


NEW CHRYSANTHETIUMS, all Certificated Varieties. 


Adelaide. A very fine white variety; extra good stem and foliage ; 
fine, compact flower. Especially reeommended for cut blooms. 

Belle of Castlewood. A rich enameled shell-pink, broad-petaled 
incurving Japanese ; a distinct and pleasing shade, bloom of 
large size, solidly set on a grand stem with good foliage; early. 

Dorothy Devens. Magnificent, pure snow-white, broad cupping 
petals, closely incurved ; largest size, globular in form, stem 
and foliage the best. In perfection December Ist to 10th. 

Dorothy Spaulding. Very large, massive flower, broad cupping 
petals, finishing to asolid globe; color, dark rose ; stem rigid. 

Evangeline. Pure white; similar in form to Kioto, but larger and 
more graceful; 12 inches across; petals 414 inches long. 

G. FP, Atkinson. A beautiful clear shell-pink ; high-built globular 
bloom of great substance and large size; very early. 

Golden Trophy. A grand early yellow; a dwarf grower; foliage 
very beautiful and quite up to the flower; very large. 

Golden Wonder. Mammoth old gold yellow, shading deeper to 
centre; petals reflexed; broad bloom of immense size. 

Halcyon. Fine white anemone, extra large size; broad, heavy 
guard petals, high-built centre. One of the best of this class. 

Lorna Doone. Purest snow-white, broad, heavy and deep flower, 
measuring 12 to 14 inches; habit, extra dwarf, 2% feet. 

M. M. Wallace. A fine large violet or lilac pink flower of great 
substance ; petals broad and stand erect; very double and high- 
built form, stem strong, fine foliage; extra dwarf, 2'¢ feet. 


Mrs. Col. Godman. Petals regular, cup-shaped; globular flower, 
large size; pink, changing to white. Fine for every purpose. 
Mrs. H. Weeks, An immense flower with broad claw-like petals, 
incurving to form a globe of white, a few outer petals reflexing ; 
of medium height. A grand variety and sure to become a leader. 

Mrs. R. D. Douglas. Very large incurved bloom, measuring 12 
inches across, bright yellow when first opening ; with age, petals 
oceasionally show a pleasing bronze. A valuable early. 

Mrs. R. M. McArthur. Magnificent clear snow-white, solid 
petals, incurved and cupped, hemispherical in form. 

Robert Edgerton. Large light pink, perfectly double, high-built 
bloom. Fine for commercial purposes or for exhibition. 

Rose Owen. Magnificent, extra large, clear bright self-pink, of 
perfect form, opening last week in September. A grand early. 

Sundew. Extra fine large sun-colored bronze of great substance ; 
petals heavy, broad and firm, cupped and incurved, making a 
full centre, stem strong, with foliage right up to the flower. 

T. B. Morse. One of the clearest, bright, early golden yellows in 
commerce ; petals broad and inecurving to centre; flower of great 
substance and high-built; stem and foliage perfect. Early. 

Thanksgiving. Flowers large; color, fresh, delicate, even shade 
of pink; midseason and later; keeps very well grown cool. 

Western King. A grand white for commercial or exhibition 
blooms, or for plants, either bush or single stem. An incurved 
flower with outer petals slightly reflexing, pure white. 


Price for the NEW CHRYSANTHEMUMS on this page, 25c. each, set of 21 sorts for $4.00. 


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anthemum. 


XHIBITION... 
... COLLECTION. 


This collection, as its name implies, is made up of such sorts as are generally grown for exhibi- 
tion purposes, and embraces nearly every shade of color and variety of form known in the Chrys- 
We have remodeled this collection by the addition of some of the very best sorts 
extant, replacing some of the less attractive varieties, and have included in it our Newer 
Varieties of last year, offering them now at greatly reduced prices. 


This collection of Chrysanthe- 


mums as now offered will be sure to give satisfaction to purchasers. 


Beau Ideal. A bright rose pink, without lavender shadings. 
Beauty of Exmouth. Ivory-white, of great substance. 
Bronze Giant. A mammoth incurved Japanese; color rich golden 
yellow, heavily shaded and intermingled with deepest crimson. 
| Charles Davis. Grand size and form; rich yellow, shaded buff. 
Clinton Chalfant. A magnificent golden yellow. 
Col. W. B. Smith. A grand, deep yellow of finest form and size. 
Dawn. Delicate rosy blush; flowers of the largest size. 
Dorothy Toler. Deep rose pink; grand globular form. 
Eugene Dailledouze. Large, full, double, intensely bright yellow. 
Flora Hill. Extra fine late white, very large and deep. 
Gettysburg. This is a deep crimson variety; petals broad. 
GOLDEN WEDDING. This is undoubtedly the grandest golden 
yellow variety ever introduced. It is a remarkably vigorous 
grower and has such strength of stem that it carries its great 
globular flowers erect, giving it a bold majestic appearance. 
‘Good Gracious. The-coloris a very good shade of peach-pink. 
\G, W. Childs. Deep velvety crimson; large flat flower. 
_H.L. Sunderbruch. One of the very finest of exhibition yellows. 
_Inter-Ocean. Color, glistening pearly white, suffused pink petals. 
Iora. A beautiful, disheveled, light salmon pink. 
| Ivory. Pure white; a splendid free-flowering variety. 
|, Joey Hill. Color, deep cardinal red, faced with old gold. 
| J. Shrimpton. Bright crimson, of largest size and perfect form. 
| Major Bonnaffon. Grand incurved yellow of largest size. 
|| Marie Louise. Beautiful recurving white, with interlacing petals. 
| Maud Dean, An extra large-flowered variety; petals broad and 
incurying; color, pink, almost rose, an unusual shade. 
| Mayflower. A grand, bold white; very large and incurving; 
strong stem; good foliage; fine exhibition sort. 
| Mermaid. Large; soft pink; a grand exhibition variety. 
| Minerva. Good clear yellow, flower very large; quite dwarf. 
| Miss Minnie Wanamaker. Large clear white; very fine. 
|Mrs. W. A. Bryant. Fine chrome yellow; magnificent flower. 
|M. Richard Dean. Very bright, clear pink; a beautiful shade. 
| Miss Georgiana Pitcher. A fine yellow, of great substance. 
| Mrs. Henry Robinson. A variety of exceptional merit, large and 
well finished. An early white, blooming with us October 5th. 


Miss M. M. Johnson. A leader among early yellows. 

Miss Louise D. Black. Reddish orange; full and conical. 

Miss Lydia Hopkins. Pure white, suffused bright pink. 

Mrs. Bowen. A charming contrast of old gold and crimson. 

Mrs. James B, Crane. Flower large, deep rose color. 

Mrs. A. J. Drexel. Large-flowering ; color, crimson lake. 

Mrs. Humphreys. Pure white; a grand late variety. 

Mrs. E, G, Hill. Bright, clear pearl pink; form, full to centre. 

Mrs. Howard Rinek. A grand pink, extra fine, large and full. 

Mrs. Archibald Rogers. Deep rose; reverse silvery pink. 

Mrs; H. McK. Twombly. White, shaded pink. Very early. 

Mrs, E.O. Wolcott. Animmense bloom ; light pink. 

Mrs. S. R. Van Duzer. Large soft white, petals broad and 
strong, growth vigorous, foliage and stem first-class; a fine 
variety for exhibition. 

Mutual Friend. Very large and full; of the purest white. - 

Niveus. A grand snow-white variety. Centre irregularly incury- 
ing, with outer petals reflexing nearly to the stem. 

Pres. Wm. R. Smith. A pure salmon pink; perfectly double. 

Philadelphia. An immense, Japanese, incurved flower, with 
groove-pointed petals of great width, reverse ribbed; opening 
yellow, but changing:to white with yellow at the tips. 

Princeton. Bright orange, deep orange centre. 

Robt. McInnes. Scarlet and gold, full and double. 

Roslyn. A superb, clear ‘‘Mermet’’ Rose pink. 

Ruth (Marguerite Graham). Pure white, incurved, perfect form ; 
flowers erect on stout stems; when opening, a pale lemon. 

Silver Cloud. Color, creamy white, shading to bright apricot. 

Sun God. Deep yellow, marked with rich bronze. 

The Queen. The flower excels all in pure whiteness. 

Viviand-Morel. Light rose, creamy white and pink. 

W.H. Lincoln. Bright yellow; large, splendid flower. 

Wm. Seward. A grand, large deep rich blackish crimson. 

Yellow Queen. Extra large; clear bright yellow; very early. 

Price, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz.; set of 59 Exhibition sorts for 
$6.00. Three or more sold at the dozen rate. 


Our pamphlet telling how exhibition blooms are grown, also other 
cultural instructions, will be mailed free upon request with order. 


/ATTENTION is directed to our LIBERAL PREMIUM OFFERS On page 6. It will pay you to examine them. 


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‘“ OSTRICH PLUME” 
« COLLECTION.__s 


Bom we offer agrand new collection of those unique Ghryusan=- 


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themums. The term ‘‘OSTRIGH PLUME”’ we originated as 
applied to this tupe, so as to call attention to the feathery 
growth with which the petals are thickly covered. 


Child of Two Worlds (L’Enfant des Deux Mondes). 
Magnificent white sport from L. Boehmer, partaking 
of all its good qualities; purest snow-white, strong 
stem; habit perfect. (See cut.) 

Hiderdown. Large, perfectly double, incurved, snow- 
white, covered with glandular hairs, stiff stems. 

Gold Dust. Bright yellow, very hairy, large flowers. 

Golden Plume. (Ostrich Plume). Aclear, golden yellow, 
without any shading ; flowers large and incurved, heavy, 
broad petals. One of the very best of this unique class. 

Hon. Thos. Lowry. Habit short, fine foliage ; incurved, 
a curious mixture of yellow, red and rose. 

King of Ostrich Plumes. Deep chrome-yellow, shaded 
buff and orange, long, broad petals, curiously cut. 

Louis Boehmer. Thisis an exquisite shade of silvery 
pink, with deep rose on the inside of the petals. 

Miss Annie Manda. Pure white; full flower. 

Midnight. Enormous double and solid Japanese bloom, 
with broad, cupping petals, densely covered with hairs. 
Color rich crimson lake. A new and striking departure. 

Miss Louise Hartshorne. A fine pink, shading to yellow 
towards the centre; petals very hairy. 

Mrs. Alpheus Hardy. Pure white, exceptionally large 
and well formed when properly grown. 

Mrs. Higginbotham. A rich bright pink, very hairy. 

Ondine. Rosy salmon, reverse amber. 

Perle Lyonnaise. Bright, clear golden yellow. 

Robert M. Grey. A terra cotta color; petals covered 
with a very dense hairy growth. 

Thomas Jones. A beautiful shade of rosy blush. 

Wm. Falconer. A delicate shade of rosy blush, chang- 
ing to white. Price, 15c. each; set of 17 ‘‘ Ostrich 
Plume” varieties for $2.00. 


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ANEMONE COLLECTION. 


B offer a splendid collection of this unique type of the Ghrusan= 
themum. No better or more interesting form than the 
‘*ANBMONE”’ is to found in the race. 
American Hagle. Rays white; centre rose purple. 
Condor, Rays and centre rose purple, tipped yellow. 
Falcon. Rays pure white, broad, in two or three rows; centre 
pale straw-yellow or é¢ru, flushed reddish within the tubes. | 
Garza. Ray petals broad, in a single row, pure white ; centre 
white, tipped yellowish. 
Judge Hoitt. Fully eight inches across; pale pearl pink. 
Central florets, wide-open trumpet shape. (See cut.) 
Livadia. Pure white, a very good variety. 
Mrs. F. Gordon Dexter. Rays crimson; centre same color, 
with yellow outside, red within. 
Partridge. A peculiar yellowish pink, rays broad, slightly 
twisted, dull purplish red. 
Red Robin. Rays tubular, whole flower rose purple. 
Silver Bill. Outer petals pure white, the inner same color, 
but the tips of the tubes are yellow. 
Tanager. Deep purplish rose; centre flat, orange vermilion, 
with narrow yellow line about the mouth of each tube. 
Timbale d’Argent. Pure white; a fine early variety. 
Titmouse. Tubularrays, white, pink tinted ; centre pale yellow. 
Toucan. An odd shade of reddish buff; well-formed centre, 
bright yellow within, pale yellow without. 
Yellow Hammer. Flower large, bright chrome-yellow; rays 
broad, slightly twisted in two rows; centre compact. 
Price, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. ; set of 15 sorts for $1.75. 


DON’T MISS 


CHILD OF TWO WORLDS. 


JUDGE HOITT. 


EXAMINING OUR OFFERS OF PRIZES FOR NAMES FOR OUR 1898 NOVELTIES ON PAGE 16. 
THE MOST LIBERAL, COPIPREHENSIVE AND ATTRACTIVE INDUCEMENTS EVER OFFERED. 


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JAPANESE COLLECTION. / 
oy by Lif This collection is carefully selected from the hundreds of new and old sorts, and contains the best of the large “‘ragged,” 
= ei incurving, reilexed and other odd types of the section, all high-class sorts and offered at low prices. 
Amber Queen. Soft amber, with deeper shadings. Julius Roehrs. A rich shade of violet rose. 
Bride of Roses. A grand rosy pink, very deep. Lillian B. Bird, Beautiful light pink; extra fine. 
Cashmere. Light crimson and amber; tasseled. Leopard. Carmine splashed white. 
Cullingfordii. Dark mahogany crimson; extra fine. Mrs. Jerome Jones. A grand globular white. 
Dr. Mandeville. Bright chrome yellow; fine variety. Mrs. Wm. Trelease. <A beautiful shade of pink. 
Eda Prass. Light salmon; very pretty. Fine for exhibition. Mrs. HE. D. Adams. Pure white; drooping and twisted. 
Edwin Molyneux. Rich mahogany crimson. (See cut above.) Mrs. Sarah Rose. Soft rose, tinged salmon. 
Etoile de Lyon. White, striped rose, purple or violet. Mr. Hicks Arnold. Old gold and orange. 
Excellent. A beautiful shade of rosy pink. (See cut above.) Mrs. W. K. Vanderbilt. White; flowers very large. 
G. Bramhall. Primrose yellow; grand in every way. Thos. Emerson. Deep orange red; large flower. 
G. Schlegel. Pure white; large massive flower. Uncle Sam. _ Rosy pink, striped white. (See cut above.) 


PRICE, 10c. EACH, TWELVE FOR $1.00; SET OF 22 SORTS FOR $2.00. 
‘The. “New York” Collection of (Certificated Chrysanthemums. 


(The flowers shown are only one-sixth natural size.) 


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MRS. PERRIN. Thenearest approach to true pink. Globular | Marion Cleveland. Immense, high, round, solid bloom, broad, mas- 
form, incurved, full, and with a finish as fine as satin. It scored sive cupping petals. Ivory white, shading delicate lemon to centre. 
100 points before the New York Committee. Received first prize | Miss Helen Wright. An ideal flower, ivory white, gradually 
wherever shown as best pink. (See cut.) assuming the faintest tint of pink with age. Very broad, massive, 


DAY DAWN. A grand, large, early white, centre creamy lemon incurved petals. Certificate at New York. 
upon opening, gradually becoming pure white; full and double. | Mrs. J. Peabody. Very large, pure white; from 8 to 9 inches 
Received certificate at Boston. (See cut.) through and 6 to 7 inches deep, extra fine build and finish. In 

NEW YORK. Very large incurved Japanese, filling up well to season Ist to 20th of Nov. Awarded silver medal at New York. 
the centre; of great substance and regular outline; color white, | Miss A. L. Dalskov. (Pink Ivory.) Identical with ‘‘Ivory,” in every- 
foliage and stem first class. Certificate and silver medal at thing save color, which is a soft pearl pink. Certificate at N. Y. 
Philadelphia. Certificated two years at New York. Pride of Castlewood. Magnificent, Chinese variety, largest 

INFATUATION. Clear white, changing to creamy white with size, snow white, round, and well built. Midseason to late. 
age; a new and distinct type. Fine, bold, perfectly globular | Pluto. A fine globular fiower, clear, bright red; reverse bright 


flower, with extra good stem and foliage. Obtained 80 points at golden, a very novel and pleasing effect. Season Ist to 15th of 
New York. A distinct exhibition variety. (See cut.) | November. Certificate of merit at New York. 
Glory of the Pacific. A grand early pink of magnificent size | Wm. Simpson. Claimed to be the best early pink yet sent out. 
and depth, broad petals, showing the clear pink to advantage. Blooms measuring 11 inches in diameter are not uncommon; 
Liberty. Of beautiful form, eight inches in diameter, reflex in ready to cut October 15th. Certificate awarded by A. C. 8. 
its earlier stages, incurving and of perfect globular shape when Price for any of the above, 20c. each. 


fully developed. Color clear, rich, deep golden yellow. Atits best | SPECIAL OFFER. The ‘‘New York” Collection of 13 certifi- 
about December 10th. Certificate, American Chrys. Society. cated sorts for $2.25. 


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SECOND EARLY COLLECTION. 


This collection contains varieties that perfect their blossoms in the open air in October, 
g before the killing frosts in our Northern States. 


Golden Fleece. 


With the growing demand for 
outdoor Chrysanthemums, those 
that will withstand our winters in 
the open ground, attention has 
been directed to that useful but 
somewhat neglected class known 
as Pompons. None of these ismore 
useful than Golden Fleece, which 
eomes into bloom in the open gar- 
den early in September, and is a 
mass of goldenyellowuntilwinter. 


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HARDY YELLOW POMPON CHRYSANTHEMUM, ‘‘GOLDEN FLEECE.” 


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It grows about 18 inches high, fg Zp FT 


and is very effective either as an 
edging for shrubbery, for herba- 
ceous beds and borders, or planted 
either singly orin masses. Itis 
largely used for these purposes at 
Newport and other fashionable 
places, and is bound to grow in 
popularity. (See cut.) Price, 15c. 
each, 2 for 25c., 4 for 50c., 12 for 
$1.00. 


Tasmania. 


Avery unique and showyvariety. 
Darkcrimson petals striped white, 
pure white petals intermingled 
with the others; an entirely new 
departure. (See cut, which is only 
half natural size.) Price, 20c. each, 
$2.00 per doz. 


«~_HARDY POMPON varieties. 


Arbre de Noel. Deep orange, shaded 
red, tipped yellow. 

Black Douglas. Dark maroon red. 

‘Bouquet. Rich carmine. 

Canary Bird. Light canary yellow. 

Cravaction. Pink, yellow centre. 

Gen. Canrobert. Sulphur yellow. 

Golden Bedder. Clear golden yellow. 

Jules Lagreve. Deep red. 

Marie Aurat. Light pink. 

Mille. EH. Dordan. Pure white. 


SPECIAL LOW OFFER, 15 


Mile. Marthe. Pure white. 

Model of Perfection. Pinkish lilac. 

Montgolfier. Maroon, tipped: rich 
golden yellow. 

Mrs. Aristee. Deep canary yellow; 
Anemone-flowered. 

Rose Trevene. White and pink. 

Souv. de Jersey. Deep yellow. 

Snowdrop. Pure white. 

White Bedder. Small, pure white. 

10c. each, $1.50 per set of 18. 


Chrysanthemums for $1.00. 


Belle Paule. White, tipped rose. A favorite variety. 
Bouquet Nationale. White, tinted lemon. Very pretty. 
Chas. Delmas. Brick red, fiery shading. Very early. 
Comtesse de Careil. Orange and red. Very double. 
Elaine. Pure snow-white ; large and full. Fine for sprays. 
Gloriosum. Bright sulphur yellow. A fine early variety. 
Golden John Salter. Golden yellow. A good incurved. 
John White. Pure white ; full and double. 

Lillian Russell. Clear silvery pink. Good exhibition sort. 
Lady Florence. Fine rich yellow. A good early sort. 
Lord Mayor. Rosy pink, shaded white. 

M. Boyer. Lilac rose, shaded silver. Very early. 
Mrs, Brett. Twisted golden petals. Very unique. 
Mrs. Craige Lippincott. Golden yellow. Very large. 
Mrs. John Laing. Orange and bronze. Very unique. 
Mrs. J. G. Whilldin. Fine yellow. Valuable for earli- 
Mrs. Geo. M. Pullman. Deep rich yellow. {ness. 
Mr. Wm. Barr. Crimson, shading to yellow. Unique. 
Marion Henderson. Fine early yellow; invaluable. 
Norma. Blush white, tipped rose. 
Penelope. Rosy pink; large and full. 
Precocite. Pure white; very early. 

P. Radaelli. White, canary yellow in centre. 
Sceur Melaine. Pure white, fringed. 

: Price, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., 
set of 24 early sorts for $2.00. 


SINGLE .... 
Chrysanthemum, 
‘*Daisy.” 


The esthetic taste, the desire 
for simple, natural beauty in 
Chrysanthemums, is gratified in 
this pretty, graceful variety. It 
blooms lavishly, being covered 
with hundreds of pearly white 
flowers, which are extremely use- 
ful for vases and bunches of flow- 
ers or for personal wear. Many 
who object to the large flowers 
for the latter purpose waive their 
objection in favor of this little 
beauty. As a pot plant or when 
planted out in the open garden its 
unique appearance renders it un- 
surpassed for effectiveness. (See 
cut.). Price. 15¢e. each, 2 for 25c., 
4 for 50e., 12 for $1.00. 


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For $1.00 we will send free by mail 15 varieties of Chrysanthemums, 
but the selection must be left to us at the time the order is filled. We cannot 
supply a list beforehand, but as we sometimes have a surplus of some 
new varieties, we are enabled to inelude in these low offers some of the 
choicest sorts. 


If sent by express (buyer to pay charges), we send larger 
and stronger plants and leave all the soil on the roots. 


SINGLE CHRYSANTHEMUM, ‘‘ DAISY.” 


THREE OR MORE OP ALL PLANTS 
SOLD AT THE DOZEN RATE. . 


NEW JAPANESE A BU TILON ; 


MAPLE=LEA VED SAVITZII. 


_ This unique variety is well shown in the illustration below, which represents a plant growing 
‘ : in a 6-inch pot, demonstrating its fitness as a pot plant for window or conservatory. It is a 
decided improvement upon ‘‘Souvenir de Bonn,” inasmuch as the variegation is entirely different, the contrast between the green 
and white is sharper, and the habit of the plant is dwarfer. It will be of exceptional value for edging subtropical beds, as the 
general style of the plant is such that it harmonizes splendidly with Palms, Dracenas, and especially with Crotons, for iit bears 
full exposure to the sun with splendid results; it also grows in shade. The stock of this variety is very scarce at present 
and will be largely in demand. Price, 30 cents each, $3.00 per dozen. 


ABUTILONS (Flowering Maples). ® ABUTILON, “SOUVENIR DE BONN.” 

General Collection of Standard Sorts. For massing in groups or in long borders for single specimens, 
Boule de Neige. Pure white, the best in its color. either in the garden or greenhouse, for any and all decorative 
Darwinii. Bright orange flowers, veined red. purposes, itis admirable. It is a most striking decorative foliage 
Eclipse. Golden spotted leaves, semi-drooping habit. plant, with beautifully variegated leaves of good size, regularly 
Erecta. Bright pink, with orange veins, flowers held erect. and evenly marked with white and green. Amid these leaves 
Golden Bells. Deep, rich yellow, very free-blooming. the graceful drooping, orange-colored flowers are produced in 
Mary Miller. Deep rose, pretty pendulous flowers. great abundance, forming a clear and brilliant contrast. Price, 


Megapotamicum (Syn. Vexillarium). A running variety; bright | 20c. each, 3 for 50c., 7 for $1.00, 12 for $1.50. 
red, yellow and brown centre. 

Megapotamicum var. Like above, leaves spotted yellow. 

Roseeflora. A pretty pinkish rose, flowers very freely. 

Snow Storm. Pure white, semi-dwarf in growth. 

Santana. Deep red, fine flowers. 

Thompsonii plena. Golden spotted leaves, double orange flowers. 
One of the most distinct and ornamental varieties. | 


Price, 10c. each, set of 12 for $1.00. 
DWARF ABUTILONS. 


Distinct from the others, growing only about 18 inches high 
and covered with flowers the entire season. Calypso, white; ; 
L’Africain, dark crimson; Infanta Bulalie, beautiful light blush A 
pink. Price for the above, 15c. each, 3 for 40c. Special Offer.—Set © 
of 17 Abutilons, including the two new Japanese maple- 
leaved varieties, for $1.50. 


SWEET ALYSSUM. 


Double Tom Thumb. This variety has the same dwarf 
habit as the single, but its trusses are much longer and 
the florets double. Price, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 
per 100. Wecan also furnish Single Tom Thumb, Variegated 
and Sweet Alyssum at same price. 


ANTHEMIS CORONARIA FE. PL. 

Double Golden Marguerite. Nothing can be more 
showy, either as a pot plant or bedded out. Itis a 
perfect mass of rich golden yellow flowers the whole 
year round, being equally usefulin winteras insummer. 
Price, 15c. each, 4 for 50c., $1.50 per doz., $8.00 per 100. 


AGERATUM. 7 &- > 
Fine summer-flowering plants and very useful for cut ft 4 J yn! = i 7e eS 
flowers, also for borders and for planting for assorted ade SF iaasraclich Nt eh 4g 
summer-blooming. HRP Hi 
Cope’sGem. Deep porcelain blue, dwarf-growing. Lp il Hil ea 
White Cap. Pure white, very fine contrast to above. i tll M ree 


Price, 10c. each, 3 for 25c., $1.00 per doz., $4.00 per 100. NEW JAPANESE MAPLE-LEAVED ABUTILON, SAVITZII. 


LOOK CAREFULLY at our list of premiums on page 6; it contains many interesting features. 


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We grow immense quantities of this class of stock, and we are in a position to execute 
the largest orders in a prompt, satisfactory manner. 


f © \ : Per 100. Per 100. 
ae A. Abutilons. Assorted colors..... $6.00 | Daisies. Hardy English.......... $4.00 
nage Acalypha Mosaica...... .......- 10.00 | Geraniums. Double and single... 8.00 
ah & Ageratum. Best white and blue.. 4.00 | Geranium, Mt. of Snow afte 3 8.00 
: iy Alternanthera. Red, yellow...... 6.00 | Golden Feather.................. 3.00 
A Nf ; Alyssum. ID warts awhite seis. c cee 6.00 | Lobelias. Best dwarf; plueiiae 4.00 
ZL Y.. } Begonia Vernon.................. 8.00 | Pansies. Finest mixed.......... .. 4.00 
- ne » Caladium Esculentum. Large foli- Petunias. Finest double.......... 8.00 
Wie -W ft Ssage eee sis $8.00, $16.00 and 25.00 “ “| single) 22 semeanG.00 
AS Cannas. Light and dark foliage.. 8.00 | Roses. Bedding varieties......... 8.00 
ali) SS Cannas, New French. Assorted..10.00 | Salvias. “Scarlet Gages eae 6.00 
‘ Centaurea (Dusty Miller).......... 4.00 | Tuberous Begonias (bulbs) ee 6.00 
CAT me f Coleus. Assorted........ Bacoonos6 5.00 | Variegated Ice Plant............ 4.00 
BIN f Crotons. Grand for bedding...... 20.00 | Verbenas. Red, white, blue, ete.. 4.00 
ae Beautiful flowering bulbs, which should find a 
pele | AMARYLLIS. im every garden. They are admirable for pots. mee 
>» : : 5 FPormosissima (Jacobean Lily). Crimson flowers. 


15¢c. each, $1.50 per doz. 

Hybrids of Vittata. Red and white striped. 75c. 
each, $7.50 per doz. 

Johnsoni. Large flower, crimson, striped white. 
50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 


AravAvucariIA Excensa. 


(NORFOLK ISLAND PINE.) 

Various names have been suggested for 
this grand plant to properly convey to the 
mind the appearance of it. Some have 
called it the ‘‘ Christmas Tree Palm” from its 
resemblance to a Christmas tree; others 
have cailed it the ‘‘ Star Palm,” because the 
leaves are arranged to form a perfect star, 
» but no descriptive name can give any 
adequate idea of its beauty. It has deep 
green, feathery foliage, arranged in whorls, 
rising one above the other at regular dis- 
tances; its symmetry of form, grace and 
beauty of foliage are unequaled in the vegeta- 
ble kingdom. Itis easily grown in the house 
4 and is highly ornamental. (See cut.) Extra 
fine plants from cuttings, 24 to 30 inches high, 
$4.00 each: 20 to 24 inches high, $3.00 each; 
seedling plants, 15 to 18 inches high, $1.25 
each ; 12 to 15 inches high, $1.00 each. 


LS come 


DOUBLE-FLOWERED AZALEAS. 


A. Borsig. A pure white, fine flower and form. 
Apollo. Large semidouble flower; blood-red. 
Bernard Andrea Alba. Very fine double 
white. A grand variety for Easter. 
Comte de Chamburg. Red, marked white. 
Dame Matson. Clear white, red markings. 
Deutsche Perle. Pure white; fine forforcing. 
Docteur de Moor. Intense rose and violet. 
Empereur de Bresil. Double pink, edged 
white. 
Illustration. Pink, marked white. 
Imperatrice des Indes. Rose, edged white. 
Mme. Camille. White, striped and stained 
red. 
Mme. Van der Cruyssen. Bright rose. 
Niobe. Fine double white of extra substance. 
Simon Madner. Large flower; intense rose. 


SINGLE-FLOWERED AZALEAS. 


Baronne de Vriere. Large flower, clear 
white. 
Bugene Mazel. Salmon rose, upper lobes. 
Mme.deGrevy. Fleshcolor,spotted crimson, 
Queen of Whites. Very fine, pure white. 
Roi d@'Hollande. Blood-red, spotted black. 
Sigismond Rucker. Lilac rose, striped white. 
Fine plants, 14 to 16 inches across, $1.50 each, $15.00 per doz.; 12 to 14 
inches, $1.00 each, $9.00 per doz. ; 10 to 12 inches, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz. 
SPEOTAL.—Specimen plants, 18 to 24 inches wide, $3.00, $4.00 and $5.00 
each, according to size; small plants (unnamed), 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


NEW AZALEA, VERVAENIANA. 


Exquisite form, splendid habit, very free blooming, and one of 
the very best for forcing. A beautiful rose, deeply edged with 
white and spotted slightly with rosy red on the lower part of the 
upper petals, the white being beautifully feathered with rose where 
the two colors join. Fine imported plants, 14 to 16 inches across, 
$1.50 each, $15.00 per doz.; 12 to 14 inches, 31.00 each, $9.00 per 
doz.; 10 to 12 inches, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz. Young plants, 20c. 
each, $2.00 per doz. Specimen plants, 18 to 24 inches wide, $3.00, 
$4.00 and $5.00 each, according to size. 

Greenhouse climbing 

CLIMBING ASPARAGUS. plants of rare beauty, 

they are specially suited for window gardening. 

SPRENGBERII. Adesirablespecies, usefulasa pot plantorfor baskets; 
fronds are frequently 4 ft. long, a rich shade of green, retaining their 
freshness for weeks after being cut. A fine house plant,asit withstands 
dry atmosphere. Large plants,50c. ea.; smallerplants,30c.ea.,$3 per doz. 

Scandens Deflexus. A pretty drooping variety. Very ornamental, brilliant 
red fruit. 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

Plumosus Nanus. (Climbing Lace Fern.) Bright green leaves, gracefully 
arched, and as finely woven as silken mesh, retaining their freshness for 
weeks when cut. 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

Tenuissimus. Very fine filmy foliage. A handsome climbing plant for the 
window. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 


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“SPECIMEN”? PLANT TUBEROUS BEGONIA. 


TUBEROUS BEGONIAS. These are now the most popular 


plants for beds of summer flowers, 
or as pot plants for the greenhouse, 
wee LL SELECTED BULBS. oonservatory or sitting-room. Our 
bulbs are all sound, well matured and of good size. For atime it was gen- 
erally supposed that these could not be grown in the open air with success, 


but extensive plantings of them in various sections of the country have demon- 
strated their adaptability for this purpose. Nothing can exceed the brilliancy 
and richness of their flowers. From the time the first blossom appears until 


all growth is stopped by frost, they are never out of bloom. (See cut.) 


SINGLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS. Separate colors. Scarlet, Yellow, 


Crimson, White, Pink and Salmon. 


Price, dry bulbs, up to May 15th, 10c. each, set of 6 for 50c., $6.00 per 100. 


Growing plants, ready May 1st, 20c. each, set of 6 for $1.00. By express only. 


DOUBLE TUBEROUS BEGONIAS. Inseparate colors. Scarlet, Rose, 
—— —_- White, Yellow. Price, free by 


mail, 30c. each, set of 4 sorts for $1.00, for dry bulbs, up to May 15th. 
Growing plants, ready May Ist, 40c.ea., set of 4 for $1.50. By express only. 
BEGONIA REX. Valuable for the grand and varied markings of 
the leaves. 20c. each, 3 for 50c., $2.00 per doz. 


BEGONIAS—FLOWERING SORTS. 


Exceedingly useful plants for the garden or for pot culture in the 
house. They are never out of bloom and have graceful waxy flowers. 
Alba. Pure white. _ | Lobata, var. Foliage prettily 
Alba Picta. Dark green leaves, variegated, silvery-white. 

lance-shaped, silvery spots. Manicata Aurea. Green foliage, 
Argentea Guttata. Rich bronzy irregularly marked yellow. 25c. 

green, silver-spotted. Metallica. Crimson and maroon 
B. de Chateau Rocher. Rich| foliage, pink and white flowers. 
waxy red, very free blooming. Nitida Alba. Waxy white flowers. 


Erfordtii. Waxy pink flowers. Rubra. Dark coral color. 
Fuchsoides Alba. Waxy white. | Saundersonii. Bright waxy red. 
Hybrida. White flowers. Thurstonii. Pink and white. 
Hybrida Multiflora. Rosy pink.| Vernon. <A _ splendid bedding 
Ingramii. Rose color. | variety, waxy white and pink. 


Price, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz.; set of 19 Begonias for $1.75. 


ing Paper Plant’’). 

The name of ‘‘ Chinese Paper Plant” has been given to the Bougain- 
villea locally, possibly because of the color and lasting quality of the 
flowers (or bracts). The color is a soft rosy crimson, and this variety 
blooms very freely in pots, making very handsome plants in a short 
time. It climbs rapidly and should be trained to stakes to make a 
good specimen. Plants in bloom have sold at auction in New York at 
from $5.00 to $10.00 each. Price, lst size, 50c. each; 2d size, 30c. each. 


CALLA LILIES, _~- 


LITTLE GEM Calla Lily. This variety rarely exceeds 
12 inches in height. The. flowers are correspondingly 
smaller than the tall-growing sort, and are useful for 
loose bunches and bouquets of flowers. It is far 
superior as a house plant to the tall-growing variety. 
Price, 15c. each, 4 for 50c. Blooming plants, 40c. each. 

White Calla Lily. Pure white, large, splendid flower. 
Price, 30c. each; smaller plants, 15c. each, 4 for 50c. 

Spotted Leaf Calla. Dark green leaves, beautifully 
spotted with white; the flowers are white with a purple 
throat. Price, 20c. each, 3 for 50e. 

Black Calla. A remarkable species, producing large 
purplish, velvety black flowers with coal-black spathe. 
The foliage is stately. Price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

Set of four Callas, 1st size, for $1.00. 


-»» CAMELLIA JAPONICA.... 


We offer splendid plants of these, bushy, well-grown 
specimens. It is seldom that such fine plants are offered 
for sale; all in splendid health, and of thrifty, clean 
growth. The varieties are the best extant, the pick of a 
Continental collection, and embrace double white, double 
pink, double red and double variegated. Price, 1st size, 
$1.25 each, set of 4 for $4.50; 2d size, $1.00 each, set of 4 
for $3.50. Ali plants well branched, 18 to 24 inches and 
15 to 18 inches high, according to price. 


NEW GIANT BROWALLIA. 


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A most valuable addition to our list of summer-blooming 
plants. Most people are familiar with the old form of 
Browallia, and would scarcely recognize this grand new 
variety as of the same family. The flowers are indigo 
blue, fully 2 inches across, and cover the plant when in 
bloom. Invaluable for summer beds of flowers or for 

RY =» pot plants in the 

\ winter for green- 

house and window 
garden. (See cut.) 
Price, 25c. each, 
$2.25 per doz. 


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ARNATIONS... 


STANDARD SORTS. 


Alaska. Pure white, the leading variety for winter 

blooming. An invaluable variety for white. 
Abundance. Deepsalmon pink, maivelously free bloom- 

ing. A Carnation that is sure to please. 
Aramazindy. Snow-white, lightly penciled scarlet. 
Anna Webb. Deep crimson, very free blooming. 
Buttercup. The ideal yellow Carnation in every way. 
Daybreak. Beautiful blush pink, very beautiful. 
Hl Dorado. Yellow, penciled red. One of the best yellows. 
Emily Pierson. Deep red, fine flowers of great substance. 
Lizzie McGowan. One of the best white varieties we have. 
Mme. Diaz Albertini. One of the best pink varieties. 
Portia. Brilliant scarlet. Still the leading scarlet. 
Rose Queen. Deep brilliant rose ; a grand new Carnation. 
Thomas Cartledge. A pure shade of carmine pink. 
Triumph, Pure bright pink, never shows any touch of purple. 
WM. SCOTT. Flowers large and non-bursting, of a deep pink; 

stems long, of good strength. (See cut.) 

Price, 1st size plants, for summer blooming, 80c. each, $3.00 per 

doz.; 2d size, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 


‘«s MALMAISON. 99 A wonderful Carnation, unequaled for 
size, measuring four inches across, 
and a beautiful shade of blush, similar to the Malmaison Rose. 
The fragrance of the ‘‘ Malmaison”’ is exquisite, the most delicious 
of Carnations. This is largely grown for the London market. 
Norze.—We can also supply dark pink Malmaison. Price for Malmaison 
Carnations, both colors same price, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


MARGUERITE MONTHLY CARNATIONS. 


Shown on Colored Plate in Flower Seed Department page 83. 

A new race of monthly Carnations which is of the greatest value for 
summer blooming. They bloom freely all summer, and the flowers are 
mostly all double; they are all elegantly fringed and deliciously fragrant. 
Price, mixed colors only, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 


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CARNATIONS... 


Every color known in Car- 
nations is represented, but 
haying been grown from mixed 
seed we cannot supply any special 
color. They give only one heavy 
crop of flowers in June. Price, 10c. 
each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 


SUPERB FANCY CALADIUMS. 


Argyrites. Bright pea-green, spotted with white. 

Ayanore. Rich green ground, pale pink centre. Very pretty. 
Canaertii. Ked and white spotted. 

Chantini Splendens. Spotted rose and crimson, red centre. 
Duchartre. Irregular spots of red on a silvery green surface. 
Duc de Morny. Light green, veined and marked rosy pink. 
E.G. Henderson. Green, white and red spots. 

Keteleerii. Light green, webbed white and pink. 
Mamanquape. Green ground, thickly speckled with white and pink. 
Mme. Heine. Light green, spotted and veined pink and cream. 
Neubronner. Pea green, irregularly spotted carmine red. 
Reine Victoria. Veins white, body of leaf overlaid white. 
Triomphe de l’Exposition. Veins and body red, margin green. 
Uranus. Prominent blood-red veins, leaf overlaid with white. 
Virginale. Green veins, surface silvery white, suffused pink. 
Wightii. Light green, with crimson and white spots. 


Price: Undivided bulbs, 40c. each, $6.00 for set of 16. Growing 
plants, ready May Ist, 30c. each, $4.00 for set of 16. 


NEW GIANT TRICOLOR CUPHEA. 


A grandly improved variety of the Cuphea Llavae with flowers 
almost twice the size, and a constitution vastly improved, perfectly 
healthy and vigorous. Three colors are combined in each flower, 
intense scarlet, indigo blue and white; the tube is bronzy green and 
mossed like a moss Rose. The plant grows about 15 inches high, 
partly trailing; is exceedingly useful for summer flowering in beds 
or vases. This grand acquisition is of the greatest value. (See cut.) 

Price, 25c. each, $2.25 per doz. 


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CLEMATIS PANICULATA. 
MALL FLOWERING 
. .CLEMATIS. 


Paniculata. One of the most 
beautiful of our hardy fall- 
blooming vines. The flowers 
are pure white, very fragrant, 
borne in large clusters fairly 
covering the plant, so that it is 
a mass of fleecy white; the 
fragrance is delicious. (See cut.) 

Coccinea. Bright vermilion scar- 
let. 

Crispa. Flowers bell-shaped, 
purplish blue, very fragrant. 
Flammula (Virgin's Bower). Pure 
white blooms in clusters, deli- 

cate fragrance. 

Graveolens. A yellow-flowered 
variety, very pretty. 

Price for the above, 20c. each, 

3 for 50c., 7 for $1.00. Set of 5 

small flowering Clematis for 75c. 


NEW RED CLEMATIS. 


Madame Edouard Andre. An 
entirely distinct and most novel 
variety, and the nearest ap- 
proach to a bright red ever 
sent out. The plantisastrong, 
vigorous grower, being ahybrid 
of the popular Jackmanii, which 
it resembles in freedom of 
bloom, strong,vigorous growth 
and shape and size of flower, 
but is of a distinct carmine red 
color of a most pleasing shade, 
entirely different from all other 
varieties. (See cut.) Price, 75c. 
each, $7.50 per doz.; 2d 
grade, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 


NEW PINK CLEMATIS. 


Mme. Baron Veillard. A unique 
shade in Clematis, apretty lavender pink, a fine contrast to the stronger-colored 
sorts. Price, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz.; 2d grade, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 


The best-known and most valued 
CLEMATIS JACKMANII. variety of this popular family. A 

perfect mass of bloom when in full 
flower. Color, dark, rich, royal purple. It is the variety shown in the above 
engraving, which gives a good idea of this superb Clematis. (See cut.) Ist size, 
60c. each, $6.00 per doz.; 2d grade, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 


CLEMATIS JACKMANII. 


CLEMATIS. 


NOTE.—The SECOND GRADE plants are also two years old, but a smaller selection from the first grade. 


HENRYII. A pure white, large flowering variety, of fine form, and recognized 
as by far the finest of the single white sorts. Itis a much stronger grower than 
most of the other varieties, and is entirely hardy. Excellent for cemeteries or 
wherever a hardy climberis desired. Large strong plants, 60c. each, $6.00 per 
doz.; 2d grade, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 

Duchess of Edinburgh. 


Sey Large Flowering, Assorted. 


LARGE 
-.-FLOWERING. 


This variety is perfectly double, like a rosette. It is 
sweetly fragrant, and equally hardy and vigorous with the others. Price, Ist 
size, large plants, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz. ; 2d grade, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 
Sj Belle of Woking. Silvery gray, double flowers; very fine. Large strong 
plants, 60c. each, $6.00 per doz.; 2d grade, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 

In addition to those previously mentioned, we 


can supply Jackmanii Superba, 
deep violet purple; Ramona, laven- 
der; Alexandra, violet, light centre ; 
Star of India, reddish plum color; 
General Grant, rich purplish red; 
Countess of Lovelace, bright bluish 
lilac, double flowers; Sieboldii, 
beautiful lavender ; allstrong plants. 
Price, large two-year-old plants, 60c. 
each, $6.00 per doz.; 2d grade, 40e. 
each, $4.00 per doz. 


FANCY COLEUS. 


Our stock of Fancy Coleus is un- 
surpassed; many of the finest varie- 
ties in cultivation originated with 
us, and we aim to keep only such 
varieties as will give satisfactory 
results. 12 distinet varieties. Price, 
10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 
See also Bedding Plants, page 154. 


COBAEA SCANDENS. 


A rapid-growing vine, bearing large 
bell-shaped flowers, deep blue; will 
grow twenty feet and over in one 
season. Price, 20c. each, 3 for 50c., 
7 for $1.00. 


CROTONS. Assorted.) 


Gorgeously colored foliage plants, 
suitable for subtropical bedding, and 
splendid for warm conservatories 
and greenhouses. We offer a fine 
collection, containing such fine vari- 
eties as Baron de Rothschild, Nev- 
illii, Acubaefolium, Interruptum, 
Maculatum, Spirale and Aureum 
Maculatum. Price, 40c. each, 3 for 
$1.00, 7 for $2.00, 
12 for $3.00. 


NEW RED CLEMATIS, MME. ED. ANDRE. 


158 


New and Improved Cactus Dahliias. 


*A. W. Tait. Pure white, petals deeply toothed. 20c. each. 

*Asia. A delicate peach pink; it is very early in bloom, 
flowers large, very distinct in form, and very free in bloom. 

*Black Prince. Rich maroon, almost black, velvety texture, 
marvelously large flower. 

*Blanche Keith. The petals are long and twisted, very full 
and evenly arranged, and of a uniform rich yellow. 

*Baron Schroder. This is distinct from all others; petals 
of great substance and of a rich glowing imperial! purple. 

*Beauty of Hynsford. A very pleasing and distinct color; 
rich buff, shaded with chestnut, deeper in the centre. 

Beauty. Snow-white, of perfect form and good texture; 

= always full to the centre; one of the very finest whites. 

= *Beauty of Brentwood. This is difficult to describe, but 
may be classed as a purple magenta of a pronounced shade, 
very deep andrich. 20c. each. 

*Cochineal. Richest crimsonscarlet. 20c. each. 

Clifford W. Bruton. A clear, rich yellow with not a trace 
of green in the centre, perfectly double, outer petals re- 
flexed, forming a very deep flower. Undoubtedly the best 
yellow Cactus Dahlia. 50c. each. 

*Crimson Giant. Deep crimson, and, as indicated by its 
name, a very large and superb variety. 

*Delicata. A lovely shade of pink, shading towards the 
centre to a pale yellow, a most beautiful combination. 

*Gloirede Lyon. Pure white, very free; a large flower, and 
fine for cut flowers or exhibition. 

*Glare of the Garden. Intense scarlet. 20c. each. 

*Lyndhurst. Dark, dazzling crimson scarlet. 20c. each. 

*Maid of Kent. The ground color is a rich crimson, the 
tips of the petals are a pure snow-white ; the contrast is 
startling, yet pleasing. 20c. each. 

*Mrs. Hawkins. Rich sulphur yellow, shading to light 
canary towards tips. 20c. each. 

*Mrs. J. Douglas. A distinct pinkish salmon. 20c. each. 

*Mrs. George Marshall. Flower large, deep rich magenta, 
heavily edged with velvety crimson. 

*Mrs. G. Reid. Pure white, conspicuously edged with rose 
lake, forming a charming combination. 

*Nymphea. A beautiful variety of the ‘‘Cactus” type, 
delicate pink, shading to blush at the centre. 20c. each. 
Oban. Very large flowers, rosy lavender, overlaid silvery 

fawn; strong grower, an early and continuous bloomer. 

*Monstrosum, Rich purplish crimson, very large flowers, 
6 inches and over across, broad ribbon-like petals. 

*Professor Baldwin. Bright orange; flowers are well above 
foliage. 

Robert Maher. Medium size, rich golden yellow. 

*Rayon d’Or. Bright orange, with a band of white. 

*Wm. Agnew. The grandest red Cactus Dahlia ever pro- 

duced, and one that will eventually find its way into every collection. The 
flowers are of large size, sometimes measuring more than 7 inches in 
diameter, and always full to the centre; of perfect form and exquisite 
quality and finish, while the color is the richest shade of intense dazzling 
red. The petals are very long, the outer rows being beautifully twisted ; 
the plant is a strong symmetrical grower, and owing to perfect habit will 
be especially valuable. 

*Wm. Pearce. Rich sulphur yellow. 20c. each. 

fo NY | Zulu. Intense velvety maroon, almost black; large, fine flower; a superb 

Sip, Fp, We W - ie variety. 


NEW DAHLIA No. 10. A grand new Dahlia, bright orange, 


very double, the petals reflexing back 
to the stem, forming a perfect ball 
4to5inchesin diameter. The plant is half dwarf, growing 3 to 4 feet 
high, flower stems 10 to 14 inches long, standing well above the foliage, 
which is very strong and a rich deep green. It is a wonderful bloomer, 
the freest in our grounds. Price (including privilege of suggesting? 


Price, except where noted, 25c. each; set of 29 sorts for $5.00. 


Note.—We furnish dormant pot-grown roots where marked with 
an asterisk (*) up to about April 15th; where not marked we furnish 
growing plants from pots (ready about April 15th); but as the price 


for both is identical we will fill orders from either as stock permits 


when the order is filled. This applies also to Dallias on next page. 


FERN-LEAVED BEAUTY. A great acquisition and prob- 


a name), growing plants ready April 15th, 25c. each, 5 for $1.00, 12 for 
$2.25. Field-grown roots, large clumps (stock limited), 50c. each. 


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it, divided as follows: 


for New Dahlia No. 10 and so 
offer a prize of $85.OO for 
$25.00 for the best name suggested, 
The 
names suggested must be written on the blank accompanying 
the plant, with name and address of sender, and only one 
name on each. A blank form sent with every plant or 
field-grown root, whether bought singly, in lots of five, 
twelve or more. For fuller details see page 16. 


and 12 prizes of $5.00 each for the next best names. 


ably the finest of all bedding Dahlias, being a new and 
distinct type with fern-like foliage and a dwarf branching 
habit; color creamy white, with a distinct margin of erim- 
son around each petal. 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


FIELD-GROWN ROOTS, IN COLORS. For those 
large field-grown roots of Dahlias, and are not particular 
about named yarieties, we offer separate colors without 
names, all large double flowers, as follows : Double Yellow, 
Double White, Double Pink, Double Purple, Double Red, 
Double Variegated. 

Price, 30c. each, or 6 large roots, one of each color, for 
$1.50. By express only, buyer to pay charges. 


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These differ from the Large varieties in being more dwarf in 
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*German Boy. Salmon red. 

Little Prince. Red mottled 
erimson. 

*Little Valentine. Rich scarlet. 

Laura. Magenta pink. 


*Beauty Inconstant. Rich yel- 
low, striped vermilion. 

*Black Dwarf. Maroon. 

Ben Butler. Crimson maroon. 

*Bredowillard. Golden yellow. : 

*Dr. Stein. Crimson and pink. | *Miss L. Kramer. Carmine red. 

*Exquisite. Orange and scarlet. | Snowflake. Pure white. 


Price, 15c. each; set of 12 for $1.50. 


*Lucy Fawcett. 
yellow, striped wine color. 

*Maroon Beauty. 
large, full and free. 

*Mrs. Peary. Light canary, tipped rose, 
large globular flowers. 

*Miss May Lomas. 
cately suffused soft rosy lavender. 

Rich golden yellow, a very 

superior variety. 


Three Superb Dahlias. 


Grand Duke Alexis. Pure white shaded with pink, petals 
tubular, rolled and overlapping, the faint shade of pink show- 
ing in the tubes; enormous size, reaching six inches and over 
across. One of the most valuable Dahlias. (See cut.) 

*Mrs. Peart. Is the first real white Cactus Dahlia 
ever raised. The plant is of medium growth, ex- 
ceedingly floriferous, and the flowers stand clear 
above the leaves—a great advantage. The flowers 
are of medium size, of the purest white, with a 
slight tinge of lemon in the centre when it first 
opens; this dies off as the flower ages. (See cut.) 

*Mrs. Langtry. A very handsome variety, contain- 
ing a striking combination of shades. The main 
color is rich creamy white, tipped reddish pink and 
marked on the edge with distinct purplish crimson. 
A strong grower and very profuse bloomer. (See cut.) 

Price, 35¢e. each; set of three superb Dahlias for $1.00. 


SINGLE DAHLIAS. 


Ami Barillet. Scarlet crimson flowers, purple foliage. 

*Corsage. Intense scarlet. 

*Cynthia. Bronzy salmon. 

*Laciniata Purpurea. Deep crimson, 
cut-leaved. 

Lucien Chauve. Rich mauve with 
brownish shades, deep red 
ring at base of flower. 

Old Gold. Rich yellow. 
*Mme. Ed. Millaud. Ma- 
genta rose, white centre. 
*Mme. Coquet. Rich ma- 
roon, deep yellow centre. 
Moonstone. Canary yellow. 
*White Queen. Pure white. 

lic. each, 10 for $1.25. 


IMPROVED LARGE 
DOUBLE DAHLIAS. 


A. D. Livoni. Beautiful soft 
pink with quilled petals. 

*Arabella. Large, pale prim- 
rose, tipped old rose and 
lavender. 
*Belmira. Dark purplish 
color splashed with pink. 
Bird of Passage. Rich car- 
mine rose, shaded silvery 
white. 

*Countess. Shell-pink, tipped deep carmine. 

Duke. Vivid glowing scarlet, perfectly shaped globular flowers. 

Emperor. Deep crimson variegated with pure white. 

*Flora. Bright magenta pink, large double flowers. 

Frank Smith. Rich, dark purplish maroon, tipped pinkish white. 

*John Sladden. Perfect form, large dark maroon, almost black. 

*La France. Clear lavender pink, shell-pink at centre. 

Very large, canary | Ovid. Rich, royal purple, large 
globular flowers, splendid. 

*Princess Bonnie. Creamy white, 
light pink centre shaded straw color. 

Purity. Clear white, without a trace 
of green. 

*Queen of Purples. Rich deep pur- 
ple, very large flowers. 

Ruby Queen. Clear ruby red, richly 
shaded; a general favorite. 

Saturn. Rich cardinal red; a magnificent variety. 

*Souv. de Mme. Moreau. Immense size, deep pink, perfect form. 

*Sheik. Splendid deep yellow, very showy, very profuse. 

*Village Maid. Soft primrose yellow, blended, penciled and 
suffused soft pink and rosy carmine. 

*Vesta. Snow-white, large globular flowers, very fine. 


Price, 20c. each; set of 26 sorts for $4.00; any 6 for $1.00; 
any 12 for $2.00. 
J See note on page 158 about roots and plants—those marked with an 
asterisk (*) we supply with pot-grown roots while stock 
lasts. Then with growing plants from pots. 


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/ALOUSE FERNS... 


Our collection contains the choicest of the ‘‘ Maiden-hair” 
varieties, the ‘‘Sword Fern,’ and best basket and vase sorts. 
They are of the easiest culture, and nothing beautifies a 
home more than Ferns. Price, 1st size, 25c. each, $2.50 per 
doz.; 2d size, 15¢c. each, $1.50 per doz. 

The ‘‘Boston” Fern. (Nephrolepis Bostoniensis.) In well- 
grown specimens the fronds attain a length of 6 or 7 feet, 
like plumes arching over in every direction, in a most grace- 
ful manner. This beautiful Fern is excellent for outside 
planting in shady borders. It is a very fine plant for hang- 
ing pots or baskets on the piazza in summer and conserva- 
tory or window in winter. Price, 1st size, T5c. each; 2d 
size, 50c. each; 3d size, 25c. each, $2.25 per doz. 

Adiantum Cuneatum. The best known of the ‘‘ Maiden- 
hair” Ferns. Price, plants from 38-inch pots, 20c. each, $2.00 
per doz. Young plants, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 

Globe Fern. (Davallia Bullata.) We offer this prepared in 
globe shape ready for hanging up. In a short time they 
make splendid window ornaments. Price, $1.00 each. 


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New Hybrid Gloxinias. ,2% 
somest of our summer-blooming plants, the rich and varied 
coloring of the flowers being beautiful in the extreme, many of them 
beautifully speckled; flowers three inches long by two inches in 
diameter, upright and pendulous; colors crimson, violet, rose, scar- 
let, white, ete. They attain the greatest perfection if grown in light, 
rich soil ina shady well-ventilated frame. After growing, the bulbs 
may be kept in a warm, dry cellar. Price, mixed colors only, 20c. each, 
3 for 50c., 7 for $1.00, 12 for $2 00. 

SPECIAL.—Gloxinias in separate colors, as follows: white, red, violet, red 
white edge, and violet white edge. Price, 80c. each; set of 6 for $1.25, 


New Double Geranium, “ Profusion.” 


A grand new Geranium a seedling from Beaute Poitevine, which it resembles in color, but it is 
dwarfer in habit and much freer.in bloom, being, in fact, unusually prolific in the production of flowers, 
acharacteristic so marked that no other name seemed to fit it so well as ‘‘Profusion.” It is a grand 
variety for bedding out in summer and equally valuable for pot plants, and we feel must become a 
standard variety for both purposes. “Price, 35c. each, 33.50 per doz. 


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Double Fuchsias. 


Cervantes. Deep prune corolla; crimson sepals. 
Jos. Rosain. Dark plum corolla; red sepals. 
MOLESWORTH. White corolla; crim- 
son sepals. (See cut No. 2.) 
Mrs. HE. G. Hill. Pure white corolla. 
Mme. Bruant. Exquisite lilac mauve, 
streaked and veined with rose; sepals 
bright red; a very unusual variety. 
Prince Napoleon. Deep plum color. 
Pres. Carnot. Rich mauve corolla. : 
PHENOMENAL. Dark plum color, i 
enormous size. (See cut No. 4.) Hee 
Pres. F. Gunther. Light prune corolla. 
Rozains Patrie. Carmine, white corolla. 
Snowstorm. Crimson, white corolla. 
Trophee. Violet blue corolla; red sepals. 


Price, 10c. each; set of 12, $1.00. 
Single Fuchsias. 


‘Annie Barle. Carmine corolla; white 
sepals. 
BLACK PRINCE. Tube and sepals 
waxy carmine. (See cut No. 3.) 
Beacon. Carmine corolla; scarlet sepals. 
Brilliant. Scarlet corolla; white sepals. 
Ernest Renan. Carmine corolla; white sepals. 
very handsome variety. 
Lord Lyons. Dark plum corolla; red sepals. 
Earlof Beaconsfield. Deep orange corolla and sepals. 
Inimitable. Violet corolla; crimson sepals. 
Lottie. Carmine corolla; rose sepals. 
MRS. MARSHALL. Carmine corolla; white sepals. 
(See cut No. 1.) 
Oriflamme. Prune-colored corolla; crimson sepals. 
Speciosa. Orange scarlet corolla; white sepals. 
Price, 10e. each; set of 12 Single Fuchsias, $1.00. 


19) PLANT- DEPARTMENT: 


161 


DOUBLE IVY -LEAVED 
GERANIUMS. 


These are the grandest of all house plants, or for 
baskets or vases they can be grown to droop or climb 
as desired. The flowers are very desirable for bou- 
quets. 


Bastien Lepage. 

Cesare Costa. 

Flammarion. Deep rose. 

Eden Marchii. Salmon pink. 

Gallilee. Beautiful clear rose. 

Joan of Arc. White as snow. 

La Rosiere. Large salmon pink. 

Mme. Thibaut. Very deep rose. 

P. Crozy. Brilliant scarlet. 

Roi de Wuitemberg. Rich scarlet. 

Souv. de Chas. Turner. Deep pink. 
15¢e. each, 4 for 50c., 11 sorts for $1.25. 


NEW HYBRID 
GERANIUM No. 11. 


(P. multibracteatum + P. Zonale.) 


Rosy mauve. 
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and the warmer parts of central Asia. 
After innumerable attempts to hybridize 
it with the improved Zonale bedding 
“‘Geraniums,” the raiser secured asingle 
viable seed, pollenized with the variety 
Gettysburg. The result proves a com- 
plete fusion of the most desirable qualities 
of both parents, being larger in all its 
parts, and much stronger in growth than 
multibracteatum. The handsome palmate 
foliage reaches five inches in diameter, 
borne aloft on long graceful petioles, and 
is velvety green in color, usually marked 
with alightbronzy zone. The flowers are 
produced in the greatest profusion on stiff 
stems, averaging nearly a foot long and 
are poised in light airy umbels of fifteen 
to twenty florets. The florets are usually 
more than an inch across and of a 
brilliant but tender carmine color, bright 
and unchanging until the petals drop, 
which does not occur until the last floret 
expands, a most valuable feature not found 
in other members of the family. It sur- 


UNIQUE 


Silver Leaved. Beautiful pot-plants; also valuable for bedding. 
Very telling in any collection. 10c. each, $1.00 doz. 

Bronze Geraniums. A very desirable class, equally valuable for 
pot-plants or bedding. Mostly golden yellow foliage with rich 
bronze zone. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 

Golden Tricolor. Gorgeously variegated, gold and bronze. Excellent 
pot-plants for greenhouse and conservatory. 25c. each, $2.25 doz. 

Scented Geraniums. Rose, Variegated Rose, Nutmeg, Mint, Shrub- 
land Pet, Mrs. Taylor (searlet flowers), Citron, Lemon, Apple, 
Skeleton, Pennyroyal, Little Pet. 10c. each, set of 12 for $1.00. 

L’Blegante (Ivy-leaved). Variegated foliage. 15c. each. 

Snowflake (Ivy-leaved). Green centre, banded white. 15c. each. 

Happy Thought. Centre yellow, margin deep green. 15c. each. 

Mme. Solleroi. Dwarf, foliage green and white. 10c. each. 


AGNES KELWA The grandest double pink Geranium 


* it is possible to conceive. Immense 
trusses, flowering as freely as the single sorts, one mass of rosy 


pink flowers. This is invaluable among pink sorts for bedding or 
growing in pots for market... 20c. each, 3 for 50c., 7 for $1.00. 


passes ordinary bedding Geraniums even 
for formal gardening effects, while it is 
most valuable and desirable for its unique 
and distinct appearance for contrasting 
beds, shrubberies and perennial borders, as its graceful beauty 
harmonizes completely with such surroundings. Its vigorous con- 
stitution enables it to cover the ground early in the season with a 
complete mat of exquisite foliage, relieved with its brilliant trusses 
of bloom. The flowers are very desirable for cutting at any season; 
they do not fall from the truss like ordinary Geraniwms and give an 
entirely new decorative effect, the bright umbels on long stems 
resembling gigantic and highly-colored trusses of candytuft, while 
they last several days after cutting. This novelty grows well and 
blooms profusely under ordinary greenhouse or window treatment. 

Price (including: privilege of suggesting a name), 40c. 
each, 3 for $1.00, 7 for $2.00, 12 for $3.00. 


WE WANT A NAME 


Worthy of this new Geranium, No. 11, and offer A PRIZE OF $85.00 
for it, divided as follows: $25.00 for the best name suggested and 12 
prizes of $5.00 each for the next best names. The name suggested to 
be written on the blank accompanying the plant, with the name and 
address of the sender, only one name allowed on each blank. A blank 
form sent with every plant, whether bought singly, in lots of five, 
twelve or more. For fuller particulars see page 16. 


N& GERANIUMS or 1897. 


NEW DOUBLE VARIETIES. 


Pres. Leon Picas. A dwarf variety and abundant 
bloomer; bright ruby red, shaded dark violet. 
Comtesse de Castries. Flowers ofvery large size, 
petals elegantly undulated, very bright soft rose 
marked with white. Wonderfully free blooming. 
Edw. Danglede. Large spherical trusses, beauti- 
ful magenta, base of upper petals marked orange. 
Francis Magnard. Flowers large, maroon crimson 
brightened with violet, base of upper petals 
marked orange. A very showy and distinct variety. 
Docteur Dujardin-Beaumetz. A robust free- 
flowering variety with brilliant scarlet flowers; 
. _amagnificent variety for bedding or for pots. 
Hedwige Buchner. A very fine double white 
variety. Price, 15c. each; set of 7 new Double 
Geraniums for $1.00, 


NEW SINGLE GERANIUMS. 

Camille Bernardin. Rosy peach, veined with 
bright rose, streaked and marbled with pure 
white. One of the grandest Geraniums ever 
offered. 

H. Dauthenay. Plant short and robust, color 
coppery orange red, with white eye. 

J. D. Cabos. Plant dwarf, color soft rose. 

Docteur Argueyrolles. Flowers and trusses 
large, at first clear rose veined with very bright 
rose, white centre feathered violet. 

Alphonse Chardin. Beautiful nankeen rose with 
dark veins. A very unique and pretty variety. 
L’Aube. Enormous trusses, snow-white. The 
best of all single whites. Price, 15c. each; set 

of 8 new Single Geraniums for $1.00. 


‘PANSY’ GERANIUMS. 


“THE WEDDING SET.’ 


We take pleasure in being able to offer plants of 
these very useful Pelargoniums. There is noth- 
ing that gives better returns for a little care, 


The Novelty 
of the Year, 


when grown in the window garden, than these; literally covered 
rl A D A ia | E BRU ANT with flowers and frequently remain in bloom nearly all summer; 
© oN low, spreading habit and very easily grown. 

A grand variety, wholly distinct from any other in cultivation. The Bride. Large flowers, upper petals bright carmine, feathered 
White, veined with carmine lake, florets regularly bordered white, lower ones white, suffused blush. ; i 
with bright solferino, the arrangement of color is exquisite, Bridesmaid. Upper petals maroon, lower ones clear white; this 
often intermingling and producing a striped effect ; the trusses variety is shown in cut below. An exceedingly pretty variety. 
are large and beautifully formed; the plant is a good healthy Bridegroom. Lavender pink, darker on upper petals, with dark 
grower and very free flowering. Everything considered, this blotches. Price, 35c. each. The ‘‘ Wedding Set ” of 3 for $1.00. 


is the most distinct and wonderfully colored variety ever sent 
out, and certainly the finest plant novelty of the year. 
Price, 35c. each, 3 for $1.00, 7 for $2.00, 12 for $3.00. 


.. COLUMBIA. . . 


A fitting companion to the above but a striking 
contrast. A light, high scarlet of dazzling bright- 
ness, two upper petals white shading to scarlet 
on the edges, extremely showy. Very valuable on 
account of its bedding qualities ; does not lose its 
color in brightest sunshine. 

Price, 25c. each, 5 for $1.00, 12 for $2.00. 

Fleur Poitevine. Large single flowers; brilliant 
rosy carmine, marbled and striped pure white, 
producing an aureole of deep orange carmine at 
the centre. A very distinctly colored variety. 

J. Ricaud. A double variety, enormous trusses, 
purplish crimson of a very intense shade, centre 
very distinctly marked white. 

J. Sallier. Trusses very large, single flowers, 
edges of petals carmine lake, tints of rose and 
bluish heliotrope in centre; upper petals veined 
carmine and marked with orange at the base. 

Md. Jaulin. This is an entirely distinct color 
in the Bruant or bedding type. Centre of flower 
very delicate pink bordered with pure white, 
semi-double. The finest variety offered in years. 

Price for the above Geraniums (except where noted), 25c. each, $2.25 
per doz. Set of six new Geraniums, including Madame Bruant, for $1.25. 


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We take pleasure in offering below prob- 
ably the best collection we have ever listed. 


Duc de Mortemart. Rich carmine, heavily 
shaded violet; upper petals marked lilac. 

J.J. Harrison. A grand semi-double scarlet. 

M. A. Boire aine. Grand brilliant red. 

M. Alphonse Ricard. Clear orange red, 
trusses largest size; a grand bedder. 

M. de Galard. Cherry red, shaded orange. 

Mme. Buchner. Pure snowy white; the best 
by every standard yet offered in its color. 

Phalene. Clear rose, bordered dark rose. 

Pierre Mael. (Single flowers.) Color, violet 
lake; base of upper petals marked pure 
white. A very distinct variety. 

President Victor Dubois. Enormous trusses 
of clear magenta pink; a new shade. 

Robert Roland Gosselin. Bright salmon, 
white spots ; free bloomer and grand truss. 

Roi des Negres. Very dark glowing crimson. 

W.P. Simmons. Clear orange red; fine habit. 


Price for any of the above, 15c. each, any 
6 for 75c. ; set of 12 sorts for $1.25. 


standard Sorts.. 


Double Geraniums. 


Alfred Tennyson. Light scarlet. 

Baron de Schleinitz. Light salmon. 

BEAUTE POITEVINE. Large flowers, 
brilliant salmon. (See cut No. 1.) 

Bonnat. A grand deep rosy pink. 

Catulle Mendes. Purplish rose. 

Centaure. Brilliant rose; enormous truss. 

C. Galy. Deep violet rose. 

De Lacepede. Beautiful light pink. 

DOUBLE GEN. GRANT. Scarlet. 
cut No. 2.) 

Hrnest Reyer. A rich rose color. 

GLOIRE DE FRANCE. Bright salmon. 
(See cut No. 5.) 

Golden Dawn. Brilliant orange scarlet. 

Grand Chancellor. Deep crimson. 

Gustave Wideman. Rich deep salmon. 

LA FAVORITE. Pure white. (See cut No. 3.) 

La Fondre. Deep scarlet, crimson shadings. 

La Victoire. A grand white. 

Le Cid. Brilliant crimson red. 

LES HUGUENOTS. Lavender pink. (See 
cut No. 6.) 

M. Caro. Soft shade of lilac pink. 

M. de Fortanier. Currant red, shaded violet. 

M. Jovis. Salmon, edged pink. 

Mme. Chantrier. Enormous trusses of red 
with solferino shadings. 


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Mme. Dupont. Flowers deep scarlet. 
Mme. Thibaud. Deep satin rose. 

Mrs. EH. G. Hill. Soft rosy salmon. 
Naomi. Dark pink; fine bedder. 

Paul Arene. Pure white. 

President Dutailly. Dark amaranth. 

Re Umberto. Orange scarlet; yellow tone. 
Ruy Blas. Rich bright salmon. 

Saint Regamonte. Rosy carmine. 

Silver Queen. Clear pearly white. 
Sombre Harizon. Splendid rich salmon. 
Theocrite. White, marked rose. 

Theodore de Banville. Yellowish scarlet. 
Tour Hiffel. Bright orange scarlet. 

White Swan. Pure white; a grand variety. 
Wm. Kelway. Rich red; a fine variety. 


Price, 10c. each, 6 for 50c., 13 for $1.00; set 
of 39 standard double sorts for $3.00. 


standard Sorts.. 


Single Geraniums. 


APPLE BLOSSOM. Pearly white, suffused 


with delicate rose; a dainty color. (See 
cut No. 7.) 
Athlete. Deep glowing scarlet. 


Aurellian Scholl. Rich violet rose. 

Baron de Scalibert. Rich salmon, shaded 
to blush pink; very large truss. 

Beauty of Ramsgate. Deep crimson. 


Blazing Star. A brilliant scarlet. 
Cannell’s Favorite. Deep carmine. 


Champion. Carmine crimson. 

Comte de Blacas. Brilliant orange salmon. 

Daybreak. Delicate pink, very pretty. 

Docteur Clenet. Capucine scarlet. 

Ernst Bergman. Intense scarlet. 

Gen. Grant. The finest scarlet bedder. 

Glory of Lyons. Color, rich crimson scarlet. 

Henry Martin. Fine cherry red. 

Jeanne d@’Arc. Bright scarlet edges, feath- 
ered white towards the centre. 

JULES FERRY. Brilliant carmine crim- 
son. (See cut No. 4.) 

Katie Schultz. Rich salmon pink. 

Lillian Smith. Bright red; dwarf, compact. 

M. Andreujol. A grand scarlet. 

Marguerite Lyer. Pure snow-white. 

Master Christine. Bright deep pink. 

Mazeppa. Bright cerise red. 

Mme. La Comtesse de Pot. 

Mme. Reydellet. 

M. Poirrer. Rich violet carmine. 

New Life. Scarlet, striped white. 

Queen of the Belgians. Purest white. 

Queen of the West. Rich scarlet. 

Richard Dean. Very bright scarlet. 

Richesse. Bright salmon and clear white. 

Romeo. Delicate pink. 

Souvenir de Mirande. Upper petals white, 
margined, rosy carmine; the lower a deep 
coral color with a blotch of pure white. 


Price, 10c. each, 6 for 50c., 13 for $1.00; 
set of 33 varieties for $2.50. 


Salmon flesh. 
Beautiful rich salmon. 


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NEW GIANT-FLOWERED HELIOTROPE. 


Efforts to improve the Heliotrope have been persistently made by experts 
all over the world for a number of years, and at last these efforts have been 
successful; realization has surpassed the most ardent expectation. One can 
scarcely recognize the old garden favorite in its new glorified form. The 
size of the foliage and its quality are doubled; the habit of the plant is made 
compact and bushy instead of being scraggy and sprawling; the size of the 
flowers is magnified beyond belief, specimen heads measuring ten to fifteen 
inches across; the color is better. (See cut.) Price, 20c. each, 3 for 50c. 

Notr.—We can supply the ordinary Heliotropes, all fine sorts, fragrant 
blue, lavender and white, at 10c. each, $1.00 per dozen. ‘ 


DOUBLE HOLLYHOGKS, 


HENDERSON’S SUPERB. This grand strain of Hollyhocks we have secured 
only after years of careful selection. We grow annually thousands of these 
and have for years selected those that show the most perfect form, largest 
size and purest color. We offer the following colors: Lavender, Blush, Light 
Apricot, White with Violet centre; Purple, Crimson, Pink, White 
Yellow, Salmon, Maroon, Deep Rose. Young plants, from pots, 200. 
each, 3 for 50c.; set of 12 for $2.00. 2-year plants, all colors mixed, at 40c. 
each, 3 for $1.00. 

HARDY MAMMOTH HOLLYHOCKS. (See extended description, page 102.) 
Mixed colors, young plants, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


HARDY GRASSES. 


Arundo Donax. A giant reed, growing 10 or 12 feet high. 
Arundo Donax Var. A variegated form of the above. 
Gynerium Argenteum. The ‘‘ Pampas Grass.” 
Bulalia Gracillima. Narrow green foliage. 


> Bulalia Zebrina. Marked with golden bars. 


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Price, 30¢. each, $3.00 per doz. 


HIBISGUS (CHINESE). 


These are largely used for bedding pur- 
poses, and attract a great deal of attention ; 
they are almost continually in bloom. 

Price, 20c. each, 3 for 50c., 12 for $2.00. 


HYDRANGEAS. — (See also page 171.) 


Thos. Hogg. Pure white, very large. 
Otaksa. Rosy pink; a grand variety. 
Hortensia. Pink, changing to blue. 
White Fringed Hydrangea. Pure white, 
fringed, crimson spot in the centre. 
Price, 20c. each; set of 4 for T5e. Large 
plants, 50e. each; set of 4 for $1.75. 


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JAPAN IRIS. 


(Iris Kempferi.) 


The grand effect of thesein the 
hardy bordercannot be surpassed. 
The flowers are of enormous size, 
averaging from 8 to 10 inches 
across, of charming combinations 
of color, the leading being white, 
crimson, rose, lilac, lavender, violet 
and blue; each flower usually repre- 
senting several shades, while a golden 
yellow blotch, surrounded by a halo of 
blue or violet at the base of the petals, 
intensifies the coloring. They are perfectly 
hardy, flower in great profusion in July and 
August, and attain the greatest perfection if 
plentifully supplied with water while growing and 
flowering. (See cut.) Price, 15c. each, 4 for 50c. 


NAMED JAPAN IRIS.—SINGLE. 


POUBLE HOLLYHOCS 


Eugene. White, light red centre. Peach Blow. Pink, shaded white. 
Gonfallon. Pink, purple shadings. Robert Craig. White, yellow veins, 
Granite. Mixed purple and white. purple centre. 


Neptune. Pink, violet pink centre. Shadow. Reddish purple. 
Ondine. Large white, shaded light | Venus. Pure white. 
blue toward centre. Violet Cap. Purple and white. 
Oscar. Deep pink, shaded lilae centre. | Vesta. Rosy pink, deep pink centre. 
Price, 25c. each, 5 for 31.00; set of 12 for $2.25. 


NAMED JAPAN IRIS.—DOUBLE. 


Blue Danube. Blue, yellow centre. | Mahogany. Red, shaded maroon. 

Como. Violet purple, yellow and pur- | Malmaison. Light ground veined 
ple centre. | blue, violet purple centre. 

Crystal. Pale violet, white and yel- | Onon. Reddish pink, white centre. 
low centre. | Oriole. Plum color, marked yellow. 


Gold Bound. White, yellow veins. | Othello. Deep purple, blue centre. 
Gab. de Nocker. Amaranth, lined | Prate. White and purple veined. 
with purple. | Zenobia. Flesh color, purplish centre. 
Price, 25c. each, 5 for $1.00; set of 12 for $2.25. 
IRIS GERMANICA. (Fleur de Lis.) Assortedcolors. 10c. each, 12 for $1.00. 


DON'T FAIL TO EXAMINE OUR PRIZE LIST ON PAGE 16. 


Money Prizes for appropriate names for novelties of 1898. 


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LANTANAS, Tall and Dwarf. 


We have few continuous blooming plants that afford a greater 
variety of colors than the Lantana. Twelve distinct tall varie- 
ties. Orange, crimson, yellow, lilac, rose, white, etc. 10e. each, 
set of 12 for $1.00. 

Lantanas, New Dwarf. Of great value for bedding, 
growing only 10 to 12 inches high and covered 
with flowers the whole summer long. Price, 15c. 
each, set of 4 for 50c. 


LILY OF THE VALLEY. 


Flowering roots, 5c. each, 50c. per doz.; large 
clumps, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. 


MOON FLOWER VINES. 


The Moon Flower. So called from its rare pecu- 
liarity of blooming best at night, although it also 
expands its flowers in dull days. They are 
pure white, 5 to 6 inches across, emitting a 
rich Jessamine-like odor. Price, 15c. each, 
4 for 50c. 
Blue Dawn Flower. Intense violet blue, 
with reddish purple rays, 6 inches across. 
It blooms in the morning and on cloudy 
days. Price, 15c. each, 4 for 50c. 


OTAHEITE ORANGE. 


A dwarf Orange, which bears a profusiom 
of fragrant flowers and edible fruit. One 
of the most effective plants for the house. 
Those we offer are strong plants, which 
will flower and bear fruit the coming sea- 
son. Price, extra large plants, 75c. each ; 
second size, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. Young 
plants, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 


PELARGONIUNS. 


Grand plants for pot culture. We offer 
a collection of twelve sorts, the best from 
European growers. Price, 30c. each, set 


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DOUBLE HERBACEOUS P-ZONIES. 


Magnificent hardy plants, almost rivaling the Rose in perfume, brillianey of color 
and perfection of bloom. They are perfectly hardy, require little or no care, and pro- 
duce larger and finer blooms when well established. We offer double white, rose and 


of 12 for $3.00, 
PHLOX DRUMMONDII. 


One of the most popular of our summer- 


crimson. (See cut.) Price, 30c. each, set of 3 for 75c. 


PANSIES. 
Henderson’s Superb Strain. Grown from selected seea and offered as unequaled 
for size, form and color. 10c. each, 75c. per doz., $4.00 per 100. 


blooming plants. They flower incessantly, 
marvelous in their varied colors. 10c. each, 
$1.00 per doz. (Ready May Ist.) 


««CHINESE LANTERN PLANT.” (Physalis Francheti.) Poccanue’ 
Invaluable for Pot Plants. Ss at eri tes 
A remarkably showy plant, covered when in fruit with large, bright red cherry-like — ora ¢ 


fruits, each enclosed in an enormous balloon-like semi-transparent very ornamental TTA AN RO 
covering about 3 inches long by 7 to 8 inches in circumference, at first of light green fyK 
color, gradually changing, as they mature, to yellow, then orange, and finally to crim- (Ar 
son. It is unique and effective when grown in pots for winter decoration in the house, | vee: 
and not inaptly styled the ‘‘Chinese Lantern Plant.” Price, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 


PRIMULA OBCONICA GRANDIFLORA. 

The old Primula Obconica has long been afavorite pot plant for house and consery- 
atory culture on account of its wonderful blooming qualities, flowering nearly all the i 
year through. These new, large-flowering varieties are great improvements, produc- Cl WS 
ing trusses of flowers nearly double the size of the older type. We offer lavender and §3> 
rose-colored. Price, 25c. each, $2.25 per doz. 


HARDY PHLOXES, Fall Blooming. 
White Lady. Pure white. (See cut.) Mme. C. Nillson. White, pink eye. 
Harry Menier. White, crimson eye. Dominican. Dark rose. 
Wm. Robinson. Salmon, rosy eye. Miss Grieve. White, rosy lilac eye. 
Jeanne d’Are. Dwarf, clear white. L’Avenir. Purplish rose. 
Lothair. Salmon pink, red eye. Miss Garfield. Rich rosy red. 
Marie Belanger. Pink, carmine eye. Mme. Corbay. Blush white, carmine 
Czarina. Pure white, dwarf. centre. : 
York and Lancaster. Lilac,stripedwhite. | Mrs. Laing. Light purple, carmine cye. 
Mme. Cubitier. Blushwhite,crimsoneye. | Buffoon. White, crimson eye. 
Surprise. Purple, mottled white. Price, 15c. each, set of 18 for $2.25. 


HARDY PHLOXES, Early Flowering. 
This group is very dwarf, 18 inches to 244 feet in height, flowering in June. 
Belle Pyramide. Lavender rose. Miss Taylor. Flesh white. 
Mrs. Miller. Reddish purple. Penge. Pure white, rosy pink eye. 
Hercules. Rosy purple. Vulcan. Purplish rose, neat spike. 
Price, 15c. each, set of 6 for 75c. 


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ARECA LUTESCENS. (The Ostrich Feather Palm.) One of the 
grandest and most useful Palms in cultivation, full of grace and 
beauty. First size, 50c. each; second size, 25c. each. 

DRACZINA INDIVISA. (The Fountain Plant.) This plant is 
eminently fitted to contrast with Palms and other decorative 
plants. First size, 50c. each; second size, 25c. each. 

KENTIA BELMOREANA. (The Curly Palm.) The finest, 
perhaps, of all Palms for house culture and very beautiful in form. 
First size, 75¢c. each; second size, 35c. each. 

SEAFORTHIA ELEGANS. (The Giant Palm.) Invaluable on 
account of its rapid growth and gracefully arched foliage. This is 
a most imposing Palm. First size, 50c. each ; second size, 30c. each. 


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LATANIA BORBONICA. (Fan Palm.) The typical Palm and 
recognized as being indispensable in every collection. The second 
size will not have the fan-shaped (also called character) leaves; 
they develop the second year. First size, 75c.; second size, 25c. 
each. 

GREVILLEA ROBUSTA. (The Silk Oak.) A magnificent plant 
for decorative purposes, of rapid, easy growth, finely cut foliage, 
rivaling ararefern. First size, 50c. each; second size, 25c. each. 

CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS. (The Umbrella Plant. ) Happily 
styled ‘‘The Umbrella Plant,’’ as the leaves radiate from the stem 
and curve downward in graceful fashion. Of the easiest culture. 
First size, 50c. each; second size, 25c. each. 


First size, 7 strong plants from 4 and 5 inch pots....... $3.00, (if bought separately would cost $4.00.) 
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LARGER PALMS AND OTHER DECORATIVE PLANTS. 


LATANIA BORBONICA. (See cut and description above.) 4inch 
pots, 50c. each; 5-inch pots, 75c. each; 6-inch pots, $1.25 each; 
8-inch pots, $3.00 each. 


COCOS WEDDELLIANA. This is a beautiful Palm, the most 
elegant in cultivation. The finely cut leaves are recurved with 
. exquisite grace. Plants, 15 to 18 inches high, $1.00 each; smaller 
plants, 35c. and 50c. each. 


ARECA LUTESCENS. (See cut and description above.) Fine, 
bushy plants, 8-inch pots, 3 in a pot, 21 to 3 feet high, $3.00 Sern ; 
216 feet, bushy plants, 7-inch pots, 3 in a pot, $2 .00 each; 2 feet, 
6-inch pots, 3 in a pot, $1.50 each; 11¢ to 2 feet, 5-inch pots, 3 in a 
pot, $1.00 each, $9.00 per doz. ; 16 to 20 inch ante! 4-inch pots, 3 
in a pot, 50c. each, $4.50 per doz. Young plants from 3-inch pots, 
25c. each. 

PANDANUS VHEITCHII. This grand decorative plant, with 
its green and creamy white variegation, is indispensable in every 
collection. Fine plants from 6-inch pots, $2.00 each. 


PANDANUS UTILIS. The Pandanus is perhaps the most 
useful of our ornamental foliage plants. Asa vase plant or single 
specimen in greenhouse or conservatory it cannot be surpassed. 
Price, plants from 5-inch pots, $1.00 each; second grade, 75c. each ; 
from 6-inch pots, extra fine plants, $1.50 each. 


DRACZINA FRAGRANS. A grand ornamental plant; deep 
green, broad, gracefully drooping leay es. Plants from 6-inch pots, 
$1.50 each; 5- inch pots, $1.00 each; 4-inch pots, 60c. each. 

DRAC#INA TERMINALIS. Bronze red foliage, variegated 
with crimson and pink. 5-inch pots, 60c.; 4-inch pots, 40c. each. 

RUBBER PLANTS. 12to 15inches high, 60c. each; 15 to 20 
inches high, 75c. each. Fine plants, 2 to 214 feet high, $i. 25 each. 

LIVISTONIA ROTUNDIFOLIA. One of the prettiest Palms 
in cultivation, especially suited for table decoration. The foliage 
is similar to Latania Borbonica, but smaller. Fine plants, 15 to 18 
inches high and broad, 4 to 5 character leaves, $2.00 each. 

KENTIA BELMOREANA. (See cut and description above.) 
Price, 7-inch pots, 2 to 21g feet high, $3.00 each; from 6-inch pots, 
18 to 20 inches, $1.50 each; from 5-inch pots, 15 ‘to 18 inches, $1.00 

each, $9.00 per doz.; 12 to 15 inches, from 4-inch pots, 75c. each, 

$7.50 per doz. Plants from 3-inch pots, 35c. each, $3.50 per doz. 
Special, fine plants from 5-inch pots, 3 plants in a pot, 18 to 24 
inches high, $1.25 each, $12.00 per doz. 

KENTIA FOSTERIANA. Stronger grower than above. Price, 
fine plants, 7-inch pots, 3 feet high, $2.50 each; 2 to 21¢ feet, 6-inch 
pots, $1.50 each; 18 to 20 inches, -5-inch pots, $1.00 each; 14 to 16 
inches, 4-inch pots, 75e. each, $7.50 per doz. Plants from 3-ineh 
pots, 35¢. each, $3.50 per doz. Special, fine plants from 5-inch pots, 
3 plants in a pot, 20 to 24 inches high, $1.25 each, $12.00 per doz. 


| NEW HARDY WHITE PINK,#22 MWESTY.” 


This is one of the finest hardy Pinks in any color yet raised, and cannot fail 
# to please all lovers of fine flowers. It has become most popular, and is grown 
by the acre to supply the demand for cut flowers. Low-growing, with flowers 
of the purest white, as large as a Carnation and of rich Clove fragrance. (See 
cut.) Price, large clumps, 30c. each, 4 for $1.00; young plants, 15c. each,4 for 50c. 


NEW BORDER PINK, “Souvenir de Saale.” The flowers are very 

large, in fact it is one of 
the largest Pinks ever raised of this color, which is quite a new shade, and one 
very difficult to describe; perhaps the best description is a ‘‘ soft rosy pink.” 
The flowers are beautifully formed, very double and exceedingly useful for 
cutting, and one of the freest in bloom yet raised; a grand acquisition and a 
fine companion to that marvelous variety, Her Majesty. Price, 25c. each, 
$2.25 per doz. 


HARDY CLOVE PINKS. We can supply a fine collection of the 


- - old favorite garden plants, white, pink, 
rose, variegated, etc. Price, strong clumps, 25c. each; young plants, 10c. 
each, $1.00 per doz. 


SUMMER. PINKS. Ready May Ist. Dianthus, or Summer Garden 
—___§_|__—— Pinks, assorted colors, double and single. They 
ree eben gd plants for the garden. Price, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 
per 100. 


SMILAX VINES. Familiar to every one. Easily grown if trained to 
—_$_—_ =. strings; will grow in a sunny window. Price, 10c. 
each, 75c. per doz., $4.00 per 100. 


THE BLUE CLIMBING SOLANUM. 


NS Van. \ a iss y ee (Solanum Seaforthianum.) 
| ‘ aa Pe Bright, lilac-blue flowers in clusters like a 
Wistaria. The blossoms are followed by dark 
red seed fruits, which remain along time 
on the plant, adding greatly to its beauty. 
Price, 15¢c. each, 4for 50c. Norr.—We 
can also supply a white variety at the 
same price. Thetwo Solanums for 25c. 


SOLANUM WENDLANDII. 


One of the most superb summer- 
flowering Vines it is possible to 
conceive; it blooms continuously, 
not stray blossoms, but great 
masses of flowers, each one nearly 
3 inches across, as many as 100 
being in each cluster. The color 
is a beautiful shade of lavender 
blue, strikingly beautiful. No one 
who loves a beautiful Vine should 
be without it. Price, 35c. each, 3 
for $1.00. 


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Rudbeckia, “Golden Glow.” 


A glorious new hardy herbaceous 
plant, and one that should find a 
place in every garden. Itis of fine 
habit, vigorous growth, with early, 
continuous and immense blooming 
qualities ; it will be found excellent 
also for cut-flower purposes. The 
stemsarelongand gracefully poised; 
the foliage is abundant and orna- 
mental. It attains a height of from 
6 to 8 feet, and a small plant set out 
in the spring will produce hundreds of 
blossoms during August and September, 
each one as large asa fair-sized Chrysan- 
themum. (See cut.) Price, 20c. each, 3 for 
50c., 7 for $1.00. 


Spirzea, Anthony Waterer. 


Perhaps no hardy plant of recent introduction com- 

bines so many good qualities as this. Itis welladapted 

* for edging shrubbery, forming as it does a low, bushy 

plant, rarely exceeding 12 inches. The flowers are of the richest crimson, 

borne in dense, flat clusters in profusion from early summer tofrost. It will 

prove of great value for pot culture. (See cut.) Price, 4-inch pots, 50c. each, 
$4.50 per doz. ; 3-inch pots, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


SALVIAS. Assorted. 

Bonfire. This variety, without question, is the finest scarlet Salvia yet 
introduced. Growth compact, about 214 feet high, long, erect spikes 
of brilliant scarlet flowers ; over 200 spikes to a plant is not unusual. 

Wm. Bedman. Rich scarlet, a dwarf, compact grower. 

Patens. Deep blue, the finest color imaginable. 15c. each. 

Splendens. (Scarlet Sage.) Intense scarlet, valuable for large beds. 

Splendens Alba. Similar to above, but pure white. 

Price, except Patens, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 
A plant which is becom- 

SWAINSONIA GALEGIFOLIA ALBA, Plant which is becom. 

house culture. Foliage as graceful as an Acacia; flowers pure white, pro- 

duced in sprays of 12 to 20 flowers each, and resembling Sweet Peas. It 
is of the easiest culture and ever-blooming. It climbs readily and is 
splendid for the window garden. Price, 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 


SWAINSONIA GALEGIFOLIA ROSEA. 


A fine contrast to the above; rich, rosy red flowers. 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. SPIREA, ANTHONY WATERER. 


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HARDY SHRUBBY VERBENA. *°°@.Srv#’SPrexa.~ 


(Caryopleris Mastacanthus.) This very valuable autumn-blooming shrubby plant 
is a native of China, and although known to botanists for many years 
has remained obscure, not for want of merit, asit has all the elements 
of popularity. It is easy to grow, is hardy as far north as Boston, and 
blooms abundantly. Its color is beautiful, an exquisite shade of azure 
blue, and flowers luxuriantly in a pot or in the open ground; its bloom- 
ing period is in the fall, from September until heavy frosts, when 
flowers are scarce and hardly anything is to be had in itscolor. It 
grows about two feet high, and bears fragrant feathered clusters of 
| flowers along the stem, sothat itis preéminently adapted for cut flowers, 
the blooms remaining fresh days after they are cut. It belongs to the 
same natural order as the Verbena, and the foliage has a pleasant 
spicy odor when bruised. (See cut.) Price, 20c. each, 3 for 50c., 12 for 
$2.00. 


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Scabiosa . . 


- . Caucasica. 


This is one of the 
best of hardy herba- 
ceous perennials, 
\.J growing some 3 feet 

f high, forming a’ 
sturdy, branched 
; ef bush, with an almost 
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| flowers, varying from 
3 to 4 inches across, 
borne on long stems, 
especially adapted 
for cut flowers. The 
peculiar shade of 
color is of unusual 
value in bouquet 
work. 25c. each, 
$2.25 per doz. 


Veronica . . 
. Amethystina. 


(Amethyst Speedwell.) 


One of the most at- 
tractive of our hardy 
herbaceous plants. It 
forms a dense plant 
from a foot to 18 
inches high, covered 
with showy spikes of 
bright blue flowers in 
July. 25c. each, $2.25 


Mammoth Verbenas. 


One of our specialties. The list 
-we offer cannot be excelled. No 
garden is complete without a col- 
lection of Ni eubeUes 6 i, SS 
Beauty of Oxford. eep pink. ag , \ 
Climax. Glowing scarlet. i Wy? \) 
Glow-worm. Crimson. 
Invincible. Rich purple. (See cut.) 
Iona. Deep pink. 

Lerona. Dark red, large flower. 
‘Miss Arthur. Scarlet. 

Mrs. Cleveland. White. 

Mrs. James. Pink, striped white. 
Mrs. Massey. Bright pink. 
Wegro. Dark maroon. 

Neptune. Lilac, striped white. 
Summit. Light purple, white eye. 
White Plume. Pure white, very fine. 
“Wiston. White, dwarf bushy habit. 

Price, 10c. each; any 6 for 50c.; 
Set of 15 for $1.00. 


. . HARDY DOUBLE ENGLISH VIOLET. .. 


This Violet is entirely hardy, perfectly double, a deep violet-purple color and most 
deliciously fragrant. It surpasses the well-known ‘‘ Marie Louise”’ Violet in richness 
of color, being many shades darker, and far excels it in its delightful odor; this is one of 
its greatest merits. Itis entirely free from disease of any kind, will grow and bloom in 
any garden and in any situation. Nothing is more appropriate for cemetery plots than 
the Hardy Double English Violet. (See cut.) Price, 1st size, large flowering clumps, 
35c. each, 3 for $1.00; $3.50 per doz. Young plants, 20c. each, 3 for 50c.,.7 for $1.00, 
DOUBLE VIOLETS. These are the sorts largely grown for cut flowers. They are 
= =not hardy in’ the North, but may be grown in frames. 
Lady Hume Campbell. Its excelling merit is its strong, healthy constitution. Light purple. 
Marie Louise. Rich purple. Swanley White. The best white. 

Price, large plants, 30c. each, 4 for $1.00. Young plants, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 

. “«California Violet.” This has large single purple flowers, when 
SINGLE VIOLET. well grown as large as a silver dollar, and deliciously fragrant. 
Large plants, 30c. each, 5 for $1.00. Small plants, 10c. each, 3 for 25c., 12 for $1.00, 


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Vinea Major Variegata. A useful drooping plant for baskets and vases. Distinctly 
marked, creamy white on a green ground. 
Price, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. Large plants, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 
Vinca Minor Alba. (Creeping Myrtle.) Very hardy, will grow in shade, and splendid 
for cemeteries. Pure white flowers. (See price below.) 
Vinea Minor Cerulea. Similar to above in every respect, but has blue flowers. i : 
Price, large clumps, 30c. each. Small plants, lic. each, $1.50 per doz. HARDY SHRUBBY 


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GHOIGE HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS, for permanent planting in open borders, cemetery plots, etc. 


( HIS class of plants is fast attaining popularity, and to meet the growing demand we offer this choice selection of sorts, which 


contains only such as exhibit the greatest contrast of color 


with profusion of bloom. They flower at different periods, and 


vary in natural height, so that a suecession of bloom with a picturesque effect can be obtained by planting this entire collection. 


All the plants offered are in fine condition, and can be planted at any 


Achillea, ‘‘The Pearl.” Flowers are pure white in clusters. 

Achillea Tomentosa. Flower heads flat, good yellow. 

Anemone Japonica. One of the most valuable fall-flowering per- 
ennials, producing showy rose-colored flowers on long stems. 25c. 

Anemone Japonica Alba. Flowers of the purest white. 25c. 

Anemone, ‘Whirlwind.’ Semi-double flowers, pure white. 

Aquilegia (assorted). Columbine. A pretty assortment. 

Armeria (Sea Pink). Beautiful dark pink flowers. 

Astilbe Japonica. White; plume-like spikes of flowers. 

Asclepias Tuberosa. Flowers rich orange. . (August.) 

Campanula (‘Canterbury Bells”). Assorted colors. 

Clematis Davidiana. Unlike the other sorts, this forms a bush 
about 3 feet in height and in the fall is covered with deep blue, 
very fragrant flowers. 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

Coreopsis Lanceolata. This is, without doubt, one of the finest 
hardy perennials. Golden yellow flowers all season. 

Cowslip (Primula Elatior). Assorted colors. 

Delphinium Formosum. Beautiful purplish blue flowers. 

Delphinium Chinensis, var. alba. Finely cut foliage and finely 
branched heads of purest white flowers, borne on stiff, wiry 
stems. Blooms from June until frost. 25¢. each, $2.25 per doz. 

Doronicum plantagineum, var. excelsum. Early-blooming, large, 
yellow flowers, 2inches across. 25c. each, $2.25 per doz. 

Digitalis (Foxglove). Very pretty. Assorted colors. 

Dicentra Spectabilis (Bleeding Heart). An old favorite. 

Eringeum amethystinum. Has the general appearance of a 
Thistle. intense silvery blue. 25c. each, $2.25 per doz. 

Euphorbia Corollata. White flowers; grand for bouquets. 

Funkia Subcordata (White Day Lily). Pure white flowers. 

Funkia Undulata Variegata. Foliage variegated with white. 

Gaillardia Grandiflora. Crimson and orange flowers. Blooms all 
summer and fall. One of the grandest of all hardy plants. 

Glechoma Hederacea, Var. (Variegated Ground Ivy). Prettily 
marked with pure white on a bright green ground. 

Helianthus Multiflorus. Dark golden yellow color; 3 to 5 feet. 


25c. 


time when the ground is ready to receive them. 


Helianthus Maximilianii. A large-growing, very free-flowering 
species, intense yellow, remaining in bloom till late autumn. 
Heliopsis Pitcherianus. Grows 3 feet high, and is a constant 
bloomer. Flowers golden yellow, fine for cutting. 
Hemerocallis Aurantiaca Major. Magnificent lily-like flowers ; 
color deep orange, very fragrant. Recently introduced from 
Japan, and one of the grandest plants yet offered. 60c. each. 
Hemerocallis Sieboldiana. Lilac-colored flowers. 
Hemerocallis Flava. Orange yellow flowers. Very sweet-scented. 
Heuchera Sanguinea. Dwarf habit. Flowers rich coral red. 
Lobelia Cardinalis. Tall-growing, bright ecarlet flowers. 
Lychnis (Double Rose). This is very attractive and covered with 
rose-colored flowers from spring to fall. 25¢. each, 5 for $1.00. 
Lychnis Chalcedonica. Large flower heads, bright scarlet. 
Monarda Didyma. A scented herb with crimson flowers. 
Mountain Fleece. Feathery white panicles, delightfully perfumed. 
Ginothera Frazerii. Large golden yellow flowers. 
Phalaris Arundinacea, Var. A striped grass, green and white. 
Phlox Amcena. A profusion of bright pink bloom. 
Phlox Subulata (Moss Pink). <A _ low-growing species, 
splendid rock and cemetery plant. We offer pink and white. 
Platycodon Grandiflorum. Large bell-flower; attains a height of 
2 to 3 feet; flowers 3 inches across; indigo blue to pure white. 
Plumbago Larpente. Deep blue, blooms all summer. 
Polemonium Ceruleum (Jacob’s Ladder). Blue flowers. 
Pyrethrum Hybridum. Splendid plants; assorted colors. 
Pyrethrum Uliginosum. Large white flowers. 
Rudbeckia Speciosa. Flowers orange-colored, with a black disc. 
Sedums. Fine for rock work. Dense low growth. 
Spireea Palmata.. Plume-like flowers, deep pink. 25c. 
Sweet William. A fine variety. 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 
Titroma Grandiflora Major. Spikes a footin length and 3 inches 
in diameter, of the brighest orange and scarlet. 25c. each. 
Yucca Filamentosa (Adam’s Needle). The great sprays of white 
flowers are a pleasing object in any landscape, 2c. each. 


and 


Any of the above, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., except where noted. 


ABRIDGED LIST. "25 tictetiwine well-known and usetul plants. 


Each. Doz. 
Allamanda Hendersonii. Large yellow flowers....... 30¢c. 3.00 
Amaranthus (‘‘Joseph’s Coat”’). Three sorts. (May Ist).10c. 1.00 
Antirrhinum. Choicest mixed, all colors. (April ist)..10c. 1.00 
Aspidistra Lurida. Fine for parlor gardening ......... 75e. 7.50 
Asters. All colors mixed. (Ready April 15th).........10¢e. 1.00 
Calendula Meteor. Bright orange flowers; blooms all 
summer. (Ready April 15th)................2.. eee ees 10c. 1.00 
Calceolarias. Showy plants for pot culture............ 15c. 1.50 
Cineraria Hybrida. Magnificent flowering plants...... 15e. 1.50 
Castor Oil Bean. (Ready May 15th)...................- 20c. 2.00 
Clerodendron Balfourii. The body of the flower is 
bright crimson enveloped in a creamy white calyx....20c. 2.00 
Convolvulus Mauritanicus. Blue flowering vine......15¢e. 150 
Cosmos. White and mixed. (May Ist)....... ........- 10c. 1.00 
Coronilla Glauca. Bright yellow flowers.............. 15e. 1.50 
Cockscombs. All colors mixed. (Ready May Ist)..... 10c. 75 
Cocoloba Platyclada. Fine for baskets, etc..... locus trol) 
Cuphea Platycentra (Segar Plant).................. 10c. 1.00 
Cuphea Llave. Scarlet, blue and white............... 15¢ 1.50 
Cyclamen Persicum. Assorted colors..............-.- 25¢e. 2.25 
Daisies, English. White and pink, dwarf, hardy........ 10e. 75 
Daisies, Giant Marguerite. Large white flowers ...... 15e. 1.50 
Daisies, Yellow Marguerite. Single flowers.......... 15e. 1.50 
Echeverias. Well-known succulents... ........)....+-. 10c. 1.00 
Erythrina Hendersonii (‘‘Coral Plant’’)............... lie. 1.50 
Buonymus Radicans, Var. Leaves variegated white 
and green, a rapid-growing climbing plant........ .. 20c. 2.00 
Farfugium (‘‘Leopard Plant”). Spotted leaves:.......30e. 3.00 
Feverfew, Double White. Usefulfor summer flowers..10c. 1.00 
Gazania Splendens. A most useful plant for vases....15c. 1.50 
Genista Racemosa. Flowers pure golden yellow ...... 20ce. 2.00 
Impatiens Sultanii (Sultan’s Balsam)............-.... 15 Cael DO 
Ivy, Kenilworth (Liniaria Cymballaria)..............- 10e. 1.00 
Ivy, German. Well known as ‘Parlor Ivy.”.......... 10ce. 1.00 
Jasmine Grandiflorum (Star Jessamine).............-. 1de. 1.50 
Jasmine Revolutum. Bright yellow.................- 15e. 1.50 | 
Jasmine, Cape (Gardenia Florida)...................-- 30c. 3.00 
Lemon Verbena. A universal favorite, and invaluable 
for its fragrant leaves, useful for bouquets............ 15e. 1.50 


Each. Doz. 
Linum Trigynum. Yellow flowers, ever-blooming......15c. 1.50 
Lysimachia (‘‘ Creeping Charlie’’). An old favorite....10c. 1.00 
Maurandia Barclayana. A flowering vine. (May Ist)...10c. 1.00 
Mesembryanthemums. Fine for rock work, etc....... 10e. 1.00 
Marantas. Beautiful foliage plant..................... 35¢e. 3.50 
Mahernia Odorata. Golden Honey Bell............... 15¢e. 1.50 
Manettia Bicolor. A twining plant, literally covered 
with flowers in season, flame color tipped yellow......15e. 1.50 
Manettia Cordifolia. A crimson variety..... Sanoon0o” 15c. 1.50 
Morning Glory. Double-flowered, very pretty......... l5e. 1.50 
Musk Plant. Delicious musk odor. (Ready May Ist)...10c. 1.00 
Myosotis (Forget-me-not). The best blue variety ....10c. 1.00 
Nasturtiums. Climbing and bush, all colors.......... 10c. 1.00 
Olea Fragrans (‘‘Sweet Olive’). Very fragrant........ 50ce. 4.50 
Panicum, Var. Pretty grass for baskets, etc........... 10c. 1.00 
Passifloras (Passion Flower). White, blue and purple...10c. 1.00 
Pilogyne Suavis. Beautiful outdoor climber.......... 15e. 1.50 
Pilea (‘‘ Artillery Plant’’). Splendid for baskets, etc....10c. 1.00 
Plumbago Capensis Alba. Pure white flowers........ l5e. 1.50 
Plumbago Capensis. Beautiful sky-blue flowers....... 15e. 150 
Plumbago Coccinea. Sprays of bright red flowers..... 25e 2.25 
Primula Chinensis (Chinese Primroses)............... 25¢ 2.25 
Santolina Chamecyparissus. Dwarf, gray foliage....10¢e. 1.00 
Saxifraga Sarmentosa (‘‘ Mother of Thousands”)......10¢. 1.00 
Selaginellasi(Mosses) i Amivaniletiyg serieliete-eietetrteleter rr 10e. 1.00 
Selaginella Hmiliana. Fine for pots or ferneries....... 15e. 1.50 
Stevia. Three varieties; white flowers...............- 10c,. 1.00 
Stocks. Best assorted. (Ready April 15th). .......... 10c. 1.00 
Strobilanthes Dyerianus. Beautiful metallic purple 
and pink foliage. A fine bedding plant....... ....... 15e. 1.50 
Thunbergia. Summer-blooming vine. (Ready April15).10e. 1.00 
Thyme. Gold and silver varieties.....................- 10e. 1.00 
Torenia Fournerii. Blue tubular flower............... 10c. 1.00 
Torenia “Princess of Montenegro.” Indigo blue and 
lavender, yellow throat, flowers 114 inches across..... ibye5 1-4) 
Tradescantias, Vulgaris, Repens, Multicolor, etc..... 10e. 1.00 
Tropeolum. Double crimson and yellow.............. 15e. 1.50 
Vinca (‘‘ Madagascar Periwinkle”). Rose and white....10c. 1.00 
Zinnias. Assorted colors. (Ready May Ist)............ 10c. 1.00 


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MONG the most im- 
2a Al portant decorative 
and flowering plants 
none are more necessary 
than Hardy Vines. The 
collection we offer con- 
tains, we believe, the best 
climbing plants for permanent effects 
known at present time. Particular 
I attention is called to the Hardy Yellow 
4 Jasmine and ‘‘Boston”’ or ‘‘Japan” 
~ Ivy (Ampelopsis Veitchii), as being 
perhaps the grandest vines for flowering and 
H foliage effects it is possible to obtain. All 
! plants of good size. 


(Jasminum nudiflorum.) 
The pretty and fragrant flowers render this 


S, 
HARDY YELLOW JASMINE. 

ine 
~ a general favorite, and it has an additional 
claim to popularity in the fact that it is in 


flower very early in the spring; when other climbing plants are yet 
in winter attire this is gay with its bright yellow, fragrant 
blossoms, scattered profusely over the leafless branches, giving 
a welcome tinge of color to the sombre surroundings of the garden. 

It is perfectly hardy and requires but little cultural care. 
Planted against a wall or trellis in well-drained soil, it usually 
makes satisfactory progress, and will be admired when its period 
of beauty arrives. But it is amenable to other methods of culture. 

It can be grown in pots, also, like other Jasmines, in bush form, 
if pruned for that object. The flowers are valuable for cutting; a 
few sprays give a cheerful appearance to aroom. (See cut.) Price, 
30c. each, 4 for $1.00, 12 for $3.00. 


=fAMPELOPSIS VEITOHI = 


(Sometimes called “‘ Boston Ivy ” and ‘‘ Japan Ivy.’”) 


Entirely hardy in the most exposed places, attaining a height of 
20 to 30 feet in two or three years, clinging to stones, brick or wood 
work with the greatest tenacity. Itisa great protection to houses, 
as the leaves lapping over each other like slates on a roof effectu- 
ally prevents rain from penetrating the walls. For covering dead 
trees, gate posts, boundary walls, etc., it has no equal. In the 
summer the foliage is a rich shade of green, but in the fall it 
assumes the most gorgeous tints of scarlet, crimson and orange, so 
dazzling as to be seen at a great distance. 

Prices: Ist size, extra strong pot-grown, 2 to 3 feet, 50c. each, 
$4.50 per doz. ; 2d size, pot-grown, 11, to 2 ft., 30c. each, $3.00 per 
doz. ; 3d size, pot-grown, 6 to 12 inches, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 


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Ampelopsis Quinquefolia. The old Virginia Creeper. 
known in many sections as ‘‘ American Woodbine.” 
asarapidclimber. Large plants, 30c. each, 4 for $1.00. 

Akebia Quinata. A scarce Japanese twining plant, with rich 
dark green foliage and curious dark brown flowers of the most 
powerful and delicious odor. . 30c. each, 4 for $1.09. 

Apios Tuberosa. A valuable hardy tuberous-rooted climber, 
closely resembling the common Wistaria in vine and foliage, and 
having clusters of rich, deep purple flowers, which have a strong, 
delicious violet fragrance. 15c. each, 4 for 50c. 

Aristolochia Sipho (Dutchman’s Pipe). Large, showy, light 
green foliage; flowers long and pipe-shaped, hence the name. A 
very rapid-growing vine, and where a dense screen is desired noth- 
ing can be better. Price, 35c. each, 3 for $1.00. 

Bignonia Radicans (Trumpet Creeper). A most rapid grower; 
flowers in large bunches, of a rich orange scarlet. Invaluable for 
covering outbuildings, old trees, etc. 25c. each, 5 for $1.00. 

Chinese Matrimony Vine (Lycium Chinense). A vigorous hardy 
climbing plant with bright purple flowers, succeeded by brilliant 
searlet berries, which ripen in early autumn and remain late on the 
vine. It will grow in any situation, either shade or sunlight, and 
in any soil; in fact, nature has given it all the essentials for wide 
popularity. Strong 2-year-old plants, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 
Young plants, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. 

Celastrus Scandens (Bitter Sweet). A well-known, handsome 
climbing plant. In the fall its foliage assumes a gorgeous coloring. 
It bears large clusters of bright scarlet berries, which remain on 
the vine alongtime. 40c. each, 3 for $1.00. 

Ivy (Bnglish). Invaluable from its quality of remaining ever- 
green allthe year. It islargely used for covering graves in ceme- 
teries. Large plants, 50c.; smaller plants, 25c., 5 for $1.00. 

Hardy White Jasmine (Jasminum Officinalis). Very sweet- 
scented and highly desirable. Strong plants, 25c. each, 5 for $1.00. 

Wistaria Sinensis. White. Flowers borne in long, drooping 
clusters, as in the blue variety; pure white in color, making a 
most striking and elegant contrast. 50c. each, 5 for $2.00. 

Wistaria. Blue. Flowers in drooping clusters like a bunch of 
grapes; soft lavender blue. 35c. each, 3 for $1.00. 


HONEYSUGKLES.= 


Lonicera Belgica (Monthly Fragrant or Dutch Honeysuckle). 
Flowers bright red with yellow and buff markings at the ends of 
the tubes. 50c. each, 5 for $2.00. 

Lonicera Flexuosa (Japan Sweet-scented Honeysuckle). Large 
flowers ; pale yellow and white. Foliage numerous and dark-colored. 

Lonicera Halleana (Hall’s Japan Honeysuckle). Pure white 
flowers, changing to yellow. Very free-blooming and fragrant. 

Lonicera Brachypoda (Evergreen Sweet-scented Honeysuckle). 
Flowers buff, yellow and white. One ofthe most vigorous and hardy. 

Lonicera Brachypoda Aurea (Golden-leaved Honeysuckle). 
Flowers yellow and fragrant. A very ornamental vine. 

Price, except where noted, large plants, 25c. each, 5 for $1.00, 
$12.00 per 100. Young plauts, 10c. each, $1.00 per doz. 


Norr.—When trained to a wire frame, Honeysuckles make a 
good hedge, and are largely used for that purpose. 


Invaluable 


It WILL Pay You to examine our Premium list on page 6 before ordering. The offers are unusually attractive this year. 


This is 


RHODODENDRON. SPIREA. 


We have on hand a grand lot of 


three-year-old shrubs of the varieties Ge B, ‘* 25 Cs 
named below, and make the following as C6 i) | 4 
astonishingly low offer: 06 D, ‘ 100 Gb 


ASSORTED SHRUBS. 


Sa@- THE MONTHS NAMED GIVE THE PERIODS OF BLOOMING. -@u 
Althea, Double White. White flowers. August and September. 
Althea, Double Red. Red flowers. August and September. 
Azalea, Hardy. Assorted. May andJune. $1.00 each. 


Berberry Purple. Purple foliage, scarlet berries. 
Berberis Thunbergii. Showy red fruit, very ornamental. 
Calycanthus Floridus. Strawberry-scented shrub. June. 


Corchorus Japonica. Single yellow flowers. July to October. 
Corchorus Jap. Alba. Pure white flowers. July to October. 
Corchorus Jap. var. Variegated white and green. July to October. 
Cornus Floridus. (Flowering Dogwood.) White flowers. June. 
Deutzia Candida fl. pl. Double white flowers. June and July. 
Deutzia Crenata. Pure white, tinged rose color. June and July. 
Deutzia Gracilis. Pure white throughout; low, compact habit. June. 
Dogwood. Red flowering; exceedingly handsome. $1.00 each. 

_ Exochorda Grandiflora. Pure white flowers; agrandshrub. May. 
Forsythia Viridissima. Yellow flowers; blooms very early. April. 


Forsythia Suspensa. (Weeping Forsythia.) April. 

Japan Maples. Wonderfully colored foliage. $1.50 each. 

Kerria Japonica. Double yellow flowers. July to October. 

Magnolia Soulangeana, Creamy white and purple. Extra fine 
trees at $3.00 each. May. 

Philadelphus Coronarius. The popular Mock Orange. June. 


Prunus Pisardi. (Purple-leaved Plum.) Foliage, fruit and shoots 
of bright purplish red, retaining its color during summer. 

Pyrus Japonica. (Japan Quince.) Scarlet flowers. 

Rhodotypus Kerrioides. Single white flowers. May. 

Ribes. (Flowering Currants.) Assorted colors. April and May. 

Sambueus Aurea. (Golden-leaved Elder.) Handsome foliage. 

Spirea Douglasi. Beautiful rose-colored flowers in July and Aug. 

Spirza Prunifolia. (Bridal Wreath.) Pure white. May and June. 

Spirza Thunbergii. White flowers, neat, graceful habit. May. 

Spirea Van Houtteii. Flowers pure white, the best inits class. June. 

Syringa. (Lilac.) The well-known purple variety. May. 

Syringa Persica Alba. (The White Persian Lilac.) Beautiful sprays 
of white flowers; slender, graceful growth. May. 

Syringa Rubra de Marly. (Red Lilac.) Reddish purple flowers. May. 


Viburnum Opulus. (Snowball.) Large drooping white flowers. 
Weigelia Candida, Pure white flowers. June to October. 
Weigelia Rosea. Rich rose-colored flowers. June and July. 


Weigelia Rosea var. Variegated foliage. June and July. 
All the above shrubs, 25c. each, $2.50 per doz., except where noted. 


JAPAN SNOWBALL. frrechatsofpunewnite 
flowers; very handsome dark green corrugated foliage. There are 


often twenty balls on an 18-inch branch. June. 24 to 3 feet, 50c. 
each, $4.50 per doz.; 2d size, 12 to 18 inches, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 


CALIFORNIA PRIVE ° isfactory plants for 


hedges known at the present time. Glossy green foliage, with 
white flowers. Easily kept in shape and of fine symmetrical habit 
naturally. Price, strong 3-year-old plants, 21¢ to 3 feet high and 
well branched, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 


One of the most sat- 


WEIGELIA. 


Collection A, of 12 shrubs, 12 distinct varieties, $2.00 
oe oe 


HYDRANGEA. 


These collections do not 
include Magnolias, Rhododendrons, 
Japan Maples or Azaleas. Prices for 
larger quantities on application. 


NOTE. 


3.50 
33 gs ss 6.00 
33 GO se 10.00 


RHODODENDRONS. 


These are among the grandest of our hardy flowering shrubs, 
and cannot be surpassed for lawn decoration. The flowers range 
through shades of rose, pink, crimson, white, etc., 9 to 12 inches 
in diameter. Price, plants with 8 to 12 buds, $1.50 each; set of six 
distinct named sorts for $7.50. Plants with 4 to 8 buds, $1.00 each ; 
set of 6 sorts for $5.00. May and June. (See cut.) 


HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIELORA. — 


The flowers are formed in large white panicles, 9 inches long, 
which change to a deep pink at the base as the season advances. 
It grows 5 to 7 feet high and wide, and, as the flowers slightly 
droop, few plants have the grace and beauty of this grand shrub. 
Used largely in cemeteries. (See cut.) Strong bushes, 114 feet 
high, 25c., $2.50 per doz. ; 214 to 3 feet high, 50c., $4.50 per doz. ; 
316 to 4 feet high, 75c., $7.50 per doz. August and September. 


25 


HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA. 


ARBOR-=-VITA 


(American) for hedging, the best EVERGREEN for making a close symmetrical hedge. 
Strong plants, 2? to 244 feet high, for sale at $15.00 per 100. 


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GTRAWBERRY 


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NEW STRAWBERRY, No. 12. 
TWO CROPS PRODUCED IN ONE SEASON. 


year. Investigation, however, showed that such was the case; the 
fruit was picked in the open field from the same plants that pro- 
duced a bounteous erop in June. The only special cultivation 
given was to manure the beds after the crop was picked, and the 
vigor of the variety (which we offer herewith as No. 12) is such 
that it responded at once and produced a paying crop, not for one 
season alone, but for three seasons. As a further proof of this 
marvel, we may state that the leading market varieties, grown 
under precisely the same conditions, failed to fruit the second time 
in the same season. The vigor of this variety is marvelous. Last 
season, during the long dry spell, it grew continuously, never 
showing the slightest tendency to rest while standard varieties in 
the same field ceased growing and rusted badly, another proof of 
its wonderful vitality the secret, we believe, of its ability to bear. 
second crop. The commission merchant in New York who sells 
the fruit says that even in June it is the best seller he handles, 
finding sale for it at an advanced price among the most fastidious 
of his customers... The frnit is very large when well-grown, a 
glossy crimson, delicious flavor, anda great point in its favor is that 
itis very easily hulled. Itis a perfect-flowered variety, medium 
to late. Price (including privilege of suggesting a name), | 
3 plants for 25¢., 12 for $1.00, 25 for $2.00, 50 for $3.75, 100 for $7.00. 


$85. 


For several seasons past our attention has been called to a 
Strawberry which made its appearance in the New York market 
in September, and we were at first loath to believe that the fruit 
could be obtained under natural conditions at that season of the 


i WE WANT ANAME.... ¥ 
als TH Pn nnn eS eS P 


as| _ Worthy of this grand new Strawberry, and offer a prize of $85.00 i 
«| for it, divided as follows:—$25.00 for the best name suggested and + | 
twelve prizes of $5.00 each for the next best names. The names sug-| 
gested to be written on the blank accompanying the plants, with the 
J | name and address of the sender, only one name allowed on each blank. 
| A blank form sent for every three plants bought, whether in lots of | 


three, twelve, twenty-five or more. For fuller particulars see page 16. 


PLANTS. 


— 


TRANSPLANTED LAYERS. 


From our extensive collection we have 
selected the varieties offered as the best for 
general use. The Strawbeiry planuts_we offer, 
being strong layered plants which were trans- 
planted into cold frames in the fall, if planted out 
any time before May dth. will, under proper 
conditions, give quite a.nice lot of fruit the 
present year. The plants here offered are far 
superior to the untransplanted “layers” usually 
sold. 

Those marked with the letter P are pistillate 
varieties and must have a row of a perfect- 
flowered sort planted every 9 or 12 fect apart 
among them, to pollenize their blossoms. 

(Bisexual— 


IVicK INTE 2) Airtaccecon5 


It has been thoroughly tested on our grounds 
the last. two years, among the many kinds of 
new and old that we have growing; it has many 
points of superiority, being conspicuous for its 
size, shape, color and quality. In size it is un- 
usually large; shape roundish, inclining to 
conical, but sometimes flattened or cocks- 
combed; color crimson; flesh moderately firm, 
and quality extra good. The plant is vigorous. 
healthy, and a great yielder; flowers bisexual 
or perfect. We can confidently recommend it 
for the home garden and also for nearby market. 
Price, 75c. per doz., $4.00 per 100, $30.00 per 1,000. 


BRANDYWINE. 


(Bisex ual—Midseason to very Late.) 


00 FOR A NAME, 


(SEE BELOW.) 


WANTED BY MAIL 
ADD 25c. per 100. 


Brandywineis already world- 
famous; in faet, we doubt if 
any strawberry ever before 
has received such enthusiastic 
praise over so wide an extent. 
of territory. The berries are 
of immense size, dark glossy scarlet, very firm, solid and shapely, 
of delightful aroma, 1ich, juicy and luscious, and in productiveness 
is truly a marvel. Price, 40c. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20.00 per 1,000. 


HILTON GEM. (Early to Late.) 


Regarded by the great Strawberry growers as the best variety for 
general use, either for the family or for market. In the New York 
market it commands a higher price than any other, owing to its 
uniform size, delicious flavor and handsome appearance. It rvipens 
uniformly, not a green tip is ever to be found on it; the color when 
ripe is a glossy crimson scarlet. It is an all-season berry, ripening 
early and bearing late, perfecting its fruit to the last berry. Price, 
40c. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20.00 per 1,000. 

(Bisexual— 


MARSHAL De ircces 


The berries are very beautiful and average extraordinarily 
large—often 14 will fill a quart measure. As a berry for home- 
use it is peerless. It is the first of the extra large varieties to 
ripen, and although of great size the fruit is rarely ever mis- 
shapen. The color is arich glossy crimson that every one admires— 
the surface color running well into the flesh, and the quality is far 
above the average. It will not yield as freely as some, but when 
measured in quarts will be above the average. The plant is fault- 
less—a strong grower, rooting deeply and standing drought well. 
The large luxuriant foliage is sufficient to protect the blossoms 
from frost. 40c. per doz., $2.50 per 100, $20.00 per 1,000. 


For other Strawberries see next page. 

Norre.—The Strawberry plants offered in this catalogue cannot 
be supplied after May 15th. Our Summer list of Pot-GROWN 
STRAWBERRIES is usually ready about June 15th, and is mailed free 
to customers, or may be had upon application by mail when ready- 


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ESTABLISHED_2! eg its'PLANT DEPARTMENT:::: 


STRAWBERRY, GLEN MARY. 


This new Strawberry (Glen Mary) is the best berry for large size, good 
quality and large yield that has ever been offered to the American people, 
and in these three respects we believe it has no equal. We especially 
recommend it for the home garden and nearby market. In productive- 
ness it is unsurpassed—last season a quarter of an acre plot yielded 1,280 
quarts at one picking, and over 12,000 quarts were gathered during the 
season from one acre—and this without any special culture. In size the 
berries average extraordinarily large—twelve specimens will fill a quart— 
the size holds up well until the end; in shape the berries are broadly 
heart-shaped, often widening at the tip; color, dark glossy crimson, fairly 
firm and of excellent quality; plant strong and healthy. 
Price (Transplanted Plants), 60c. per doz., $4.00 per 100. 


Bederwood (Rackster). (Harly.) A valuable early Straw- 
berry; an enormous bearer, large size, light scarlet. 
Bubach No. 5(P). (Midseason.) A prominent Strawberry 
grower says ‘‘If all varieties were culled out but ten, he . 
would place Bubach No.5 at the head of the list, on account 
of its large, bright berries, immense yield and fine flavor.”’ 
Jessie. (Midseason.) This fine Strawberry has given uni- 
versal satisfaction. Fruit large and of excellent quality. 
Jucunda Improved. (Midseason.) One of the finest and 
most attractive of Strawberries, excellent for the home 
garden and wherever large, fancy fruit is in demand. 
Lovett. (Harly.) Brightest crimson, of superb quality. 
Michel's Harly. (Harly.) This is a robust grower; yields 
bountifully ; berries medium to large, color bright scarlet. 
Parry. (Midseason.) A fine berry, uniformly large, firm. 
Sharpless. (Midseason.) One of the most popular. Plant 
exceedingly vigorous, very productive; fruit large, crim- 
son, firm and of good quality. Grand for market and home. 
“‘The Gandy.” (Late.) One of the best late Strawberries 
ever introduced. Strictly fancy. The fruits are uniformly 
large, perfect in form, and firm; color, bright crimson and 
as glossy as if varnished. Quality superb, delightful 
aroma, suggestive of both strawberries and peaches. 
Timbrell (P.) (Late.) Called ‘‘ The Queen of Strawberries.” 

Immense clusters of fruit of the largest size and delightful 

flavor, rich, juicy and sprightly. 

All the Strawberries on this page (except where noted), 30c. 
per doz., $1.50 per 100, $10.00 per 1,000. If wanted by mail, 
add 25c. per 100 for postage. 

Six sold at dozen rate, 25 at 100 rate, 250 at 1,000 rate. 


Wote.—Those marked with the letter P are pistillate and must have a 


BLACKBERRIES. — 


6 sold at dozen rate, 25 at 100 rate, 250 at 1,000 rate. 


Lovett’s Best. A thoroughly reliable Blackberry of large 
size, with a cane of ironclad hardiness; ripening early, great 
productiveness, entire freedom from disease; strong, vigor- 
ous growth, extra high quality. 60c. per doz., $4.00 per 100. 

Wilson Junior. Takes the place of the old Wilson’s Early. 

ERIE. Canes of ironclad hardiness, strongest growth, free 
from all diseases and wonderfully productive. Berry largest 
size, excellent quality, handsome and firm; early. Price, 
60c. per doz., $4.00 per 100, $25.00 per 1,000. 

Early Harvest. Berries uniform, glossy black. Very early. 

Kittatinny. Once the most popular of all Blackberries. 

Snyder. Wonderfully productive; sweet and juicy. 

DEWBERRY, Lucretia(or Creeping Blackberry). Conceded 
to be the finest of its class, as early as Early Harvest, and 
as large as the Erie Blackberry. The quality is superb. 

Price (except where noted), 50c. per doz., $3.00 per 100, $15.00 per 

1,000. Blackberries by mail, 10c. per doz. extra. 


RATHBUN BLACKBERRY. 


Weare slow to praise a new fruit. New varieties appear so 
rapidly and are usually such a slight improvement on the 
standard sorts that caution is necessary; but after a trial of 
this we are so impressed by its great value that we unhesi- 
tatingly recommend it. No matter from what standpoint it 
is judged it will bear the most rigid inspection. The plant is. 
very vigorous, branching naturally, producing an abundance 
of fruiting canes and an abundance of large luscious fruit- 
It ‘‘suckers” but slightly, the roots are strong and branch- 
ing, penetrating deeply into the soil, a valuable characteristic: 
in dry seasons and locations. The fruit is very large and. 
handsome, intense black with a very high polish and without. 
any hard core, juicy, high-flavored; of so superior a quality 
that it is in a class by itself. Those accustomed to the old 
varieties would scarcely recognize it fora Blackberry. For 
table use, for canning or for culinary purposes it is equally 
desirable. It literally melts in the mouth. Price, 40c. each, 3for 
$1.00, 7 for $2.00, 
12 for $3.00, 25 for 
$5.50, 50fors10.00, 
100 for $18.00. 


row of a perfect-flowered sort every nine or twelve feet among them to 


pollenize their blossoms. Those not marked are perfect-flowered. 


The illustration shows a 
front view of a family grape arbor 
on our grounds, with a CONCORD 
vine on its face. The grapes we offer are 
all extra strong, transplanted, two years old, 
and the varieties are the very best for family use, 
Our space is too limited to give comprehensive 
cultural instructions, but these are given clearly and 
concisely in “GARDENING FOR PLEASURE,” | 
which may be had as a premium on orders, 
For full particulars, see page 6. 


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“BRIGHTON” This still remains the best grape in its color 
for table use; in fact, too much cannot be 

GRAPE. ... said in praise of it as to quality and other 
properties. In color, form and size of both bunch and berry, it 
resembles Catawba, but ripens early—with the Delaware. Vinea 
free grower and productive. 2-year vines, 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 


’ 

‘“ MOORE'S . : grand old variety, ‘‘Concord,” and the highly 
DIAMOND esteemed ‘‘Iona,” combining in one kind the 
two qualities most desired in a grape, viz., 
GRAPE ... igor and hardiness of vine with high quality 
of fruit. In vigor of growth, color and texture of foliage, with 
hardiness of vine, it is the equal of its parent, ‘‘ Concord,” while in 
quality the fruit is equal to many of our hothouse grapes. Itis 
among the earliest and ripens from two to four weeks ahead of 
“«Coneord.” 2-year-old vines, from original stock, 30c. each, $3.00 

per doz. 


This is the product of a cross between that 


HARDY GRAPES IN VARIETY. 


Agawam. (Rogers’ No. 15.) Berries large, of bronze color; 
bunches of good size andform. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

Concord. One of the best old sorts. Bunch and berries large; 
color black with a rich bloom. 20c. each, $2.00 per doz. 

Delaware. Red; bunches compact; berries small, sweet and of 
the most excellent flavor. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

Golden Pocklington. Very large; deep amber in color. One of the 
most attractive grapes grown. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

Goethe. (Rogers’ No.1.) Bunches medium to large, occasionally 
shouldered; berries very large, oblong, of a yellowish green, 
sometimes blotched, with a pale red toward the sun and entirely 
red when fully ripe. A sweet, vinous, juicy grape, with a peculiar 

_ delicious aroma. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

Lindley. (Rogers’ No.9.) Bunch medium; color a rich shade of 
red; flesh tender, sweet, with a rich aromatic flavor. 25c. each, 
$2.25 per doz. 

Moore’s Early. Resembling the Concord in style of growth and 
berry, ripening two weeks earlier. 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 

Martha. One of the best greenish white grapes; exquisite flavor. 
20e. each, $2.00 per doz. 

Merrimack. (Rogers’ No. 19.) Large berry ; jet-black; fine quality. 
One of the best of the Rogers’ grapes. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 
Niagara. A grand white grape; hardy, fine quality. This is 

unsurpassed in its color. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

Salem. (Rogers’ No. 53.) A splendid coppery red grape, ripening 
with Concord; delicate flavor, sweet, tender and juicy. One of 
the very best table grapes. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 

Worden. Black; very juicy, large size; early. One of the grandest 
grapes for family use. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 


B seeeielele CeCe CeCeet f 


Wilder. (Rogers’ No. 4.) An excellent variety. Berries medium ; 
bunches large; color black. 25c. each, $2.50 per doz. 


SPECIAL OFFER, Full set of 16 Hardy Grapes for 3.50. 
ed (Uf wanted by mail, add 25c. per set.) 


“EATON” This excellent grape is superior to Concord in 
GRAPE almost every respect; bunch and berry are much 
wees larger and more attractive. Bunches vary in 
weight from twelve to twenty-five ounces, compact, double- 
shouldered; berries very large and round, generally one inch in 
diameter, jet-black, covered with a heavy blue bloom; adheres 
firmly to the stem; skin thin but tough; pulp tender, separating 
freely from the seeds and dissolving easily in the mouth. Very 
juicy; ripens with Concord or a little earlier. 2-year vines, 30c. 
each, $3.00 per doz. 


FOREIGN .. . Theletters H.C. after descriptions indicate 
that the variety may be grown either in a 

GRAPE VINES. hot or cold grapery. The letter H. indicates 

that the variety will only do well in a hot grapery. 

MUSCAT OF ALEXANDRIA. Large grape of light golden 

color; the most popular of the white kinds. H.C. 

BLACK HAMBURG. H.C. Mrs. Pince’s Muscat. Black. H. 

Cannon Hall Muscat. White. H. | Charlesworth Tokay. White. H. 

Lady Downes’ Black. H.C. Mrs. Pearson. Greenish white, 

Gros Colmar. Black. H.C. | firm and juicy. H. 

Muscat Hamburgh. Black. H. | 


Splendid 1-year vines, $1.00 each, $9.00 per doz. 


<=-—.CURRANTS. => 


(Uf wanted by mail, add 1dc. per doz.) 


FAY’S PROLIFIC. This is decidedly the best red currant we 
have. It has been widely planted and has given general satis- 
faction. The bushisastrong grower, wonderfully prolific, and 
comes into bearing early. Fruit large, bright red, and of good 
flavor, and less acid than Cherry, which it is rapidly supersed- 
ing. 2-year plants, $1.50 per doz., $10.00 per 100. 

LARGE RED CHERRY. The most popular market sort, and 
uniformly the largest of all red currants, except Fay’s Prolific. 
Bunches large; berries very large, bright, sparkling crimson, 
beautiful, very acid. 2-year plants, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 

WHITE GRAPE. The largest and decidedly the best white vari- 
ety, and one of the best of any for the home garden. Bunch 
large and long; berry large, handsome, translucent white, and of 
best quality. 2-year plants, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 

BLACK NAPLES. A fine black currant and a general favorite. 
2-year plants, $1.00 per doz., $6.00 per 100. 


DON’T FORGET to consult our PREMIUM OFFERS on page 6. 


It will pay you to do so. 


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175 


RASPBERRIES. 


Red Warieties. 


MILLER. The Miller is as vigorous and sturdy in 
cane as the Cuthbert and Marlboro, with equally 
abundant and luxurious foliage, berries as large and 
profuse as either; as early as Thompson’s Early Prolific. 

Beautiful and brilliant color, and in sweet, luscious flavor and 

hardiness fully equal to Turner—just what we have all been 

wanting so long but never obtained until now. Such large 
profits were realized from the fruit of ‘‘The Miller” that 
for years those having it refused to part with plants. (See 

cut.) Price, 10c. each, 3 for 25c., 75c. per doz., $4.00 per 100. 

: Thompson’s Early Prolific. A fine early red raspberry for general cultiva- 
tion. An excellent grower; canes hardy. Berries are medium to large, bright 
crimson, very productive. 

Cuthbert. The leading market variety. Canes hardy; large healthy foliage. 
Berries large, dark crimson, quite firm and of good flavor. 

Marlboro. The largest of the early red raspberries. The canes are hardy and 
fairly productive. Fruit exceedingly large, bright crimson, and of fine quality. 

Turner. (Southern Thornless.) Very desirable as an early sort for the home garden. 
Berries of good size, bright crimson, soft and of honeyed sweetness. 

Golden Queen. (Yellow.) The most popular and best yellow raspberry yet introduced. 
Of large size, great beauty, high quality, hardiness and productiveness. Fully equal to 
Cuthbert in size of fruit and vigor of growth. 

Price for the above (except Miller), 50c. per doz,, $3.00 per 100, $15.00 per 1,000. 

(If wanted by mail, add 10c. per doz.) 


BLACK RASPBERRIES. “Caps.” 


COLUMBIAN RASPBERRY. Mostdesira- | Progress. (Pioneer.) Is a most profitable 


ble for the garden, a seedling of the Cuth- market sort, entirely hardy. Berries jet- 
bert, which grew near a Gregg blackcap, and black, very firm and of good quality. 

is believed to be across between the two. | Palmer. A new variety and an improvement 
Tested at a number of State Experiment Sta- on Souhegan, from which it sprung. Very 
tions, and by leading horticulturists, it has early and a grand fruit for either family or 
proved vigorous, hardy, productive; fruit market, vigorous and hardy, with foliage 
of large size and great excellence. Price, healthy and free from rust. 

20c. each, 3 for 50c., 7 for $1.00, 12 for $1.50, | Ohio. Exceedingly productive, very hardy, 
50 for $5.00, 100 for $9.00. and free from disease; berries of good size, 


jet-black and of excellent quality. 
Gregg. A popular market sort. Canes of strong, vigorous | Souhegan, or Tyler. Very early. It ripens its entire crop ina 


growth. Berries very large, covered with heavy bloom. very short period. Canes vigorous and hardy; wonderfully pro- 
Shaffer’s Colossal. Canes are of wonderful vigor and size, hardy ductive. Fruit of good size, firm, sweet and pleasant. 

and enormously productive. Berries large, rather soft, but All the above Raspberries, except Columbian, 50c. per doz., 

luscious and of a rich sprightly flavor. $3.00 per 100, $15.00 per 1,000. (If wanted by mail, add 10c. per doz.) 


GOOSEBERRIES, § ({y3retpy met 


Keepsake. A very large straw-colored variety of excellent flavor; | Downing. The best of the American sorts and a vast improve- 


a good shipper. It is one of the earliest sorts and must become ment upon the Houghton, of which it isa seedling. Fruit large, 

a favorite for the market as well as home use. 2-year plants, léc. pale green, and of excellent quality, both for cooking and table 

each, $1.50 per doz., $10.00 per 100. use. Bushes stocky, vigorous, hardy, very prolific. 10c. each, 
Industry. A fine red variety, a vigorous grower and immense 2-year plants, $1.00 per doz., $7.50 per 100. 

yielder. We confidently recommend it for the garden and mar- | Houghton’s Seedling. A native variety, prolific bearer, light- 

ket. 2-year plants, 15c. each, $1.50 per doz., $10.00 per 100. colored fruit, impervious to mildew. 5c. per doz., $5.00 per 100.. 


Tl as ROOTS. Las 


SIX OF ANY WARIETY SOLD AT DOZEN RATE, 25 AT 100 RATE, 250 AT 1,000 RATE. 


Each doz. 100|)RBUBARB (Continued) 


If wanted by mail, add 25c. per 10) for Cabbage, Cauli- LETTUCE, Boston Market............ 15 1.00) Linnzeus. 15¢. each... 
flower, Horse Radish, Sweet Potato, Hop, Parsley and Curled Simpson..........0....:::cc0e 15 1.00 “ 2-vear root : i 
Lettuce; 10c. per doz. for Egg and Pepper plants; 5c.| BGG PLANTS. (Ready May 15th.) SEA KALE ROOTS, for forcing.... 14.00 
each for Artichoke, Rhubarb and Sea Kale. 15c. per|” Wew Spineless...........0.ccecee 10c. 50 4.00) TARRAGON PLANTS. 35c.each.. 5 20.00 
doz. for Tomato plants. - doz. 100 1,000) Biack Pekin............ 5s aad dee 50 4.00) TOMATO PLANTS. (Ready May 1st.) 
ARTICHOKE (Globe). Extrastrong HOP ROOTS.............. 5e.1.50 8.00| Early Ruby. Earliest largeround..... 30 2.00 

roots, 35c. each ...... ................8.50 MINT (Spearmint)... , 2.00 Table Queen. Fine table variety...... 30 2.00 
Smaller roots, 20c. each...... ..2.00 PARSLEY PLANTS *. 2.0010.00| Perfection. Large, round,solid......... 2.00 
CABBAGE, Early Summev............ 15 1.00 7.50|PEPPER. (Ready May 15th.) i. _| Dwarf Champion. Very dwart......... 2.00 

Henderson’s Succession.............. 15° 1:00) 7-50 Large Bell or Bull Nose............. 10c. 50 4.00! Acme. Round, solid, pinkish crimson. 30 200 

Early Jersey Wakefield............... 15 1.00 7.50| Sweet Mountain................0........ 10c. 50 4.00! Paragon. Deep crimson, round, solid. 30 2.00 
CAULIFLOWER, Early Paris..... 30 2.0015.00|SWEET POTATO PLANTS. (In : The Trophy. Very large, solid.......... 80 2.00 

Henderson’s Early Snowball......30 2.0015.00}| season only from May 1 to June 20.) 10 60) The Mikado. Purplish red, solid........ 30 =2.00 
CHIVES. Perclump, 25c.; by mail, 35c. || RHUBARB ROOTS. | Ponderosa. Extra large and solid...... 40 3.00 
HORSE RADISH ROOTS............. 15 75 6.00 | Sts Martin’s .................-..0:e-neerennee 20c. 2.00 12.00; Crimson Cushion, A superb variety. 40 3.00 


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The Food Values ana Porhiiane Ingredients in eit Field and Fruit Crops. 


2K AsH contains lime, magnesia, potash, iron, etc., and forms bone. What a good average crop should, produce and consume per 
@ PROTEIN makes lean flesh, blood, skin, muscles, horn, hair, wool, the casein and acre. 

albumen of milk, ete. 
O Fiske (Cellulose). The framework of plants and the least digestible constituent. The Fertilizer and quantity required to supply the three es= 
& ROC eN eae Bampacr endl Fat include starch, sugar, gum, wax, ete., and sential Plant Foods. 

Uf A GOOD CROP ON ONE ACRE 
POUNDS OF FOOD INGREDIENTS and FERTILIZING INGREDIENTS CONTAINED IN // YIELDING // WOULD CONSUME , THE FERTILIZER RECOMMENDED 
5 eee _ <<< pe EE 

adae , Yi 1,000 POUNDS OF THE /, LOTS) / and the quantity per acre required to supply 
tbs) /,,, “7 < UNDERMENTIONED GARDEN, Sy ache / gy the probable SOLUBLE deficiency in the soil 

S UY LS, & of the three essentials, yiz.: Nitrogen, Phosphoric 


FIELD AND FRUIT CROPS. S 7X Acid and Potash. 


Ibs. | Ibs. | Ibs. | Ibs. | Ibs. | Ibs. || Ibs.| Ibs. | Ibs | | i . | Ibs, | Ibs. Use Lbs. per acre = 
| } F { Average of || | cn { Broadcast before harrowing, or 
seo Ben besrecell = sveal ||| eed 1.9} 3.9 Garden Vegetables | 1 20kinds, || © ----- ,357 : -2| 94.9)... A or L | 1,000 to 1,500 | (- 200 lbs, of it may go in drills. 
160.| 62 /143. 250. |4 | 22. || 23. | 6.3) 14. 6|| Alfalfa, hay . 0 5 tons. 10,000 |/280. | 53. |146. |... E, I or M} 500 to 1,000 Broadcast before harrowing. 
799.) 4.1) 4.9] 11.6/120.1] 6.5)| 1.3 3 1.9} Apple, fruit... ....... ofa 600 bu. 28,800 36.4) 8.6) 54.7 A or P 500 to 1,000 Scatter in circle, around each tree. 
933 5 18.3} 7.4) 25.5) 2.5}| 3.2 -9| 1.2/| Asparagus, sprouts...............]| «2... 12,500 | 40. | 11.2} 15. |.. A, L or S| 1,000 to 2,000 Broadeast and rake in. 
145.) 17. |118. | 95. |597 5. 16. 5.6) 2.8 Barley erainy eee. --|| 30 bu. 1,440 23. 8. 4. }) ~ > 3 
143.| 45.9) ... --. || 6-4} 1.9] 10.7] distraw te se nee BA sacs: 2000 || 12.8} 3.8) 21-4] 5 E» Lor M| 500 to 1,000) Broadcast before harrowing. 
S25 F265 RS. eS i LID' 10. 2.9) 1.5] 5.3) Beans Soja, green fodder. 10 tons. 20,000 58. | 30. |106. |) ZZ = 
113.| 72. |164. |223. |386. | 52. || 23.2! 6.7] 10.8] : dry “ 5 tons. 10,000 |/232. | 67. 108. | f Aor L | 600to1,200 | Broadcast before harrowing. 
Hee AS 22 19.2) 75.2) 3 7 39. a a Beans, Garden, Se Sisters 25 bu. mS | 58.5 ane nen ‘ Con 600 to 1,200 ) Broadcast before harrowing, or 
5 ai Pte ye ‘ ae ‘ Al Penne rete ey Een et renee Dereon aie pes oe 2 oa ie ail ~ 200 lbs. of it may go in the drills 
877.| 11.3] 15.3] 8.8] 79.4| 1.4|| 24] .9) 4.4|| Beets, roots, 400 bu 24,000 || 57.6) 21.6]105.6)) 4 y, before sowing. 
905.| 14/6| 22 | sea || || 3. | a: | 4:5] ©” leaves 4 tons. $000 || 24. | 8: | 36. | s “2 22 OFS}, 600 to 1,200 | 2 
889.| 5.8] 9.4 -3) 20.8]| 1.5 -9| 2 || Blackberries, fruit 2,500 qts. 2,500 3.7) 2.2) 5. A or P| 1,000 to 2,000 | Broadcast and cultivate or rake in. 
140.| 11.8/100. 645. | 22. || 14.4) 5.7) 2.7 Buckwheat LAIN asco ececee 30 bu. 1,440 20.7) 8.2] 3.8) ) _ a ae 
160.| 51.7| 52. i351. | 13. || 13. | 6.1) 24/2 ? straw. \| 1ton 2'000 || 26. | 12:2] 48.4 5 E» T or M| 300to 600) Broadcast before harrowing. 
900.| 9.6] 23.9] 14.7] 38.5] 3.7|| 3. | 1.1] 4.3]] Cabbage..........0ccccccccceeeeeee|| ween 50,000 ||150. | 55. |215. |... A or N | 1,000 to 2,000 Leto Ibatooes harrow a 
904.| 8.1] 16.2) 10.2) 49.4] 7.9] 4. | 1.6) 3.6|/ Cauliflower .............-200|[ fe. 30,000 1120. 48. [108: |.. A or N | 1,000 to 2,000 | J  ibs., scatter around plants later. 
850.) 8.2] 11.4] 12.7) 75.6] 4.2)| 2.2} 1.1] 3. || Carrot, roots 500 bu. 25,000 55. | 27.5] 75. |) = ‘ 
2 [EEO Bee fico | co eee Maced eet 20 MET EO DS Tae Se nsec eee os el [eRe 6,000 || 30.6] 6. | 17-4; A Or Le 1,000 to 2,000 |) oadcast before harrowing, or 
841.] 17.6 3 PA WPA OU ELAll Wt DLS Kai oh Genco qnatinaeonicaceceeacosecad| lt - BBdoo 30,000 || 72. | 66. \228. |.. A or L | 1,000 to 2,000 | j 200 lbs. of it may go in the drills. 
825 3.9] dl 2.4)111 8.4|| ... -6) 2. Cherries; fruit ts 5: vesccescesscnn + 350 bu. 14,000 sisi 8.4) 28. |.. Aor P 500 to 1,000 Scatter in circle, around each tree. 
165.) 68.4 LOT, |245. |336 3 24.5) 6.9) 25.3) Clover, Red, cured sae beovoadoote 216 tons. 5,000 122. | 34.5/126. |) 5 . z 
167.| 50.7|152. |272. |366. | 28. || 19.5] 3.6] 11.7|] |“ Crimson, “ ‘|| 237 tons. | 4500._‘|) 87.7] 16.2] 52.6]) E» Lor M| 400to 800 Broadcast before harrowing. 
90.| 12.4103 22. | 704 5 14.1] 5.7) 4.7 Corn, Wield} ears... csc... 125 bu. 8,750 }123.7] 49.8) 41.1 
282.) 37.4| 38. |197. |319 il 11.2} 3. | 13.2 2 Sa SLOVer:. 4 tons. 8,000 | 89.6 24. 1105.6 (Broadcast before harrowing, 200 
829. 10.4 20 43. |121 7 4.1 1.5) 3.8 Fodder, gr een.. 18 tons. 36,000 147 -6| 54. 1136.8 Aor0O 400 to 800 | lbs. may be reserved and be put 
422.) 27. | 45. |143. |347 16 17.6} 5.4) 8.9) ne dryenee. 6 tons, 12,000 211. | 64.8/106.8 in the hills or drills before 
811. 8 : 3.4 -6] 2.3) se Sw eet, green ears. 75 bu. 5,250 || 17.8) 3.1) 12. L planting. 
835. Lk 4.6] 1.1) 3.2 G3 $f stover.. 5 tons. 10,000 | 46. | 11. | 32. 
956. 8 1.6] 1.2 ze Cucumber, fruit ......... ||| aeastorate 24,000 38.4| 28.8) 57.6)... A or L_ | 1,000 to 2,000 Broadcast, or 200 Ibs. of it in hills. 
871. Fal S -9| 1.9|| Currants, Red, fruit... | 100 bu 4,000 ee 3.6] 7:6)... A or P 600 to 1,200 Broadcast and cultivate or rake in. 
929. | see | eee -- || Egg Plant, fruit..... es eae 20,000 ses | eee | ee. |e. Aor L | 1,000 to 2,000 | Broadcast, or 200 lbs. of it in hills. 
$30. | 1.7| 1.4] 5.2|| Grape, fruit. .....5...:- 3 tons. 6,000 10.2) 8.4) 30. |... A or P 600 to 1,200 | Broadcastand cultivate orrake in. 
782 7.2) 1.9) 8.1 Grass, Mixed Pasture ees: 6 tons. 12,000 86.4) 22.8) 97.2) ) { Broadcast before harrowing, for 
160. 19.1] 5.1] 22.3 *h 3 tons. 6000 ||114.6] 30.6/133.8|) EB» J or Rj 400to 800 i seeding or top areseine Te eine 
910. 4.8] 2.7] 4.3|] Kohl Rabi............ eases ..|| 500bu. | 25,000 |/120. | 67.5/107.5]... A or L | 800 to 1,400 or fall. 
943. 2.2) 1. 329||Wettuces..:. Joasck dees coco sconces kb eens 15,000 | 33. | 15. | 58.5 A or L_ | 1,000 to 2,000 Broadeast before harrowing, or 
7 | 25 5 | 95 5 200 Ibs. of it may go in drills, 
908: sil eae eee| (lame iceees 2 tons. | e000 || saz | t8: |'at. |} Aor S [2.000 to 2,000 | J “17 el sad, 
877. Melon, Musk, fruit... 5 tons. 10,000 cee [eee [eee 1) Broadcast and plow in one-half ; 
916. eel lee Melon, Water, fruit.. 8 tons. 16,000 w. | ae | ee [fA or Le [1,000 to 2,000 f harrow in one-fourth, remainder 
870. 6.1| 1.9] 4.1) Millet, Golden, green... 8tons. | 16,000 || 97.6| 30.4| 65.6 (. scatter in hills. 
98. 12.8 4.9] 16.9] a be Haye acne all 3 tons. 6,000 76.8 29.4/101.4) E, Tor M| 400to 00 
750. nes 2. aa Japanese, fen 15 tons. 30,000 eee We nee 9 Broadcast before harrowing, or 
104. 4. 5 BY, 6 tons. ’ |e a D : up to 3001bs. may be drilled with 
143. 17.6] 6.8] 4.8) ats, grain 50 bu. 1,600 28.1) 10.8] 7.6) ) the seed. 
143. | 5.6) 2.8) 16.3/] Straw? oits Seas Sos ce ell | gee 2,600 14.5| 7.2] 42.3|5 E, Lor Mj 400to 800 J 
860. 2.7) 1.3) 2.5! Onion, bulbs. 500 bu. | _ 28,000 || 75.6) 36.4) 70 A or L |1,200to2,000 | Broadcast before harrowing. 
877 1.9 8 Parca EDULU sercieteleeeteteisisoatciots sicieise| | eaaecetiers 112,000 ioe 89.6/537. |... A or Q | 1,500 to 3,000 Scatter around each tree. 
793. 5.4) 1.9) arsnip, roots . 650 bu. 30,000 162. 57. |186. |) 5 {Broadcast and harrow in, or 200 
831. 2 8 ip = eee cress 10,000 || 29. 8. | 25. |5 Aor L |1,000'to.2,000 ( Ibs. of it may go in the drills. 
884. Rests a) -d} eaches, fruit 900 bu. 30,000 Boos | Weed) thor (17) bt 
582. 9. | asl 5. fs rv new tree growth........|| ....- 6,000 54, | 13.21 30. |f Aor P 400 to 800 {Scatter ere eet diameter, 
143. 35.8} 8.4) 10.1 eas. Garden, seeds...... 25 bu. 1.500 53.7) 12.6] 15.1] ) 
160. | wis] 3:5] 929] yj rece etree eae tear [lars ee 3,600 || 37.4] 12.6] 35.6]; A or TL | 1,000 to 2,000 [Broadcast before shhtro wane eon 
488.| 17. | 24. eal 4. || 2:9] 1. | 3.1)| Peas, Field, cow, green plants ...|| 8 tons. 16,000 || 46.4] 16. | 49.6] ) Vera eee crtre eL Nae 
107.| 75. |166. |201. {422° | 29: || 19.5] 5.2) wi7|| «7 Sr rclantse || atone: 8000 | {1.6\117.6|; Er | 400to soo|) the drills. 
Bealloowel i 4 | ate 518 
831.) 5.4) 5.6) 27.3)114 7.9 26]) 926) (128) Pears, fruit: .- esc \weesssiemelerseie/s 600 bu. 28,800 14.4) 51.8)... 4A or P 800 to 1,600 | ) Scatter in circle, 15 feet diameter, 
838.) 4.9] 11.3 at 1.8} .4) 2.4)) Pluans, fruit...............22...... 500 bu. 20,000 36. | 8. | 48. |.. A or P 800 to 1,600 | ) around each tree. 
750.) 9.5) 21. 6. |173. 1 3.4) 1.6) 5.8 300 bu. 18,000 61.2) 28.8)104.4) ) Ss = . 
a7 m4 ; F . S sl on elt 6S F Broadeast before harrowing, or 
T1OS| 01987 | eesen|) sei tess [|iet#sOlpmteG PA:S} Ns i My topst. 2 .eecsoeeus. cea 9c 6,000 || 29.4) 9.6) 25.8) S or T | 800 to 1,600 500 Ibs. of it may be scattered in 
758.| 7.4| 14.2| 12.3/247. | 3.5|| 2.4] 8) 3.7) Pecntoes Sweet, tubers......... || 350 bu. 19,250 46.2) 15.4) 71.2] ) r the rows before planting, and 500 
415.] 57.9| 76.6/136. |292, | 21.1|| 4.2]  .7/ | «vines. lentes 10,000 42. | 7. | 73. |) Aor L | 1,000 to 2,000 |) Ibs. between rows at first hoeing. 
900.] 4.4) 11.1] 14.9] 43.4 6]| 1.1 -7| 9} Pumpkins, fruit .................. 8 tons. 16,000 Aor L 800 to 1,600 | Broadcast, or 200 Ibs. of it in hills. 
818.| 9.5] 9.9] 28.8 1.5} 4.8) 3.5)| Raspberries, fruit............... | 2,000 qts. 2,000 Aor P fe to 2,000 | Broadeastand cultivate orrakein. 
933.| 4.9 one 189|er415 |G | Radish =s-ctsekeneee stances 3 tons. 6,000 Aor L 800 to 1,600 | Broadcast before harrowing. 
891.| 10.6] 11.8) 12.5) 76.6} 1.5)] 1.9] 1.2)/ 4.9]/| Ruta Baga MOOUS sha cisistels cfeisje's sterstele || 800 bu. 40,000 , {Broadcast before harrowing, or 
898.) 11.9 S {lic Bsr |lape di | bss 9] 2.8] leaves and tops......|| 4 tons. $000 || 2 ; E, Tor M) 400 to 800 {200 lbs. of it may go in the drills. 
143.| 17.9 106. 17. |725. | 17. || 17.6 5:8|||PRve.terain® -e-ceeneeeeeenas .-|| 32 bu. 1,792 || 1d Q | (Broadcast before harrowing, or 
143.| 3812] 30. |38o. 466. | 12. || 4 356 || tan straw.see nec ccom en ewan ll parents 3800 E, Tor M) 40 to 80) | (_ half of it may be drilled in. ” 
801.| 13.7] 13. | 61. |116. | 5 3.3 3.6|| Sorghum Plant, green........... || 12 tons. 24,000 2 | {Broadcast before harrowing, or 
OG a BAS || Goo ar Via 30 4 tons. 8,000 8s a GOO sLOr2, O00 (500 lbs, of it in furrows. , 
922.] 19.6] 21 6.7| 23.8 4.9)| 459/116) 09257) |espinaeh).22. 0c. sca acielecee one see cere 200 bbls. 12,000 A or L_ | 1,000 to 2,000 | Broadcast before harrowing. 
948.| 4.1] 9.2].10.4! 80.5) 1.8]) ... ] ... /s... || Squash, fruit..............-.....08- || 8 tons. 16,000 AorL 800 to 1,600 | Broadcast, or 200 lbs. of it in hills. 
869.| 10.4] 18 9. | 98. Lo | e222 ee1s 4.8) Sugar Beet, roots ..|| 18 tons. 36,000 ) { Broadcast before harrowing, or 
868.| 12.5 el Pe Gah ee te Vleaveslis:cscaiens Wereeeece 10,000 yA, Sor T) 800 to 1,600 | | 500 Ibs. of itin thedrills. 
908.| 5.2) 9.5) 14.3) 55 6.8}| 1.5) 1. 2.6|| Strawberry, fruit................. | 5,000 qts. 5,000 .. Aor P | 1,000 to 2,000 Broadcast and cultivate or rake in. 
180. }140.7 sae lesen [hoes | mG. O40er, Tobacco, Dry, leave Salil) caresees 1,260 ) ‘ { Broadcast one-half before plowing 
180.| 64.2] 22. | 222 | ZL | TIL |} 2ete} ole} 28c2 or Uptake! siccs se caeeee || Rees 1100 || pe ee 1,000 to 2,000 | | “the rest before harrowing. 
895.) 10.1] 11.4) 11.5} 62.7) 1.8 18 Ls 339) |e uarnip, POOtssacctecncisee ececaciee || 600 bu. 33,000 128 + { Broadcast before harrowing, or 
FED THUG! Gos |Ihenailh eeu RBSe rt | S51) met] | eas «eaves... | eneeecee 9,000 "1)o5.3|¢ Aor L | 800 to 1,600 | | cop ibs. of it may go in the drills 
940.] 5.7) 9.1) 7.5) 38. | 4£.3]] 1.7)  .4] 3.6]| Tomato, fruit... || 400 bu. 20,000 34. ] 8. | 72. 1) { Broadcast before harrowing, or 
836 |) 90%, 11| fecal | sell Jock ||fote| We ial ses «” plants {Ties 15,000 || 48. | 10.5] 75. |s A or Le | $00 to 1,600 | | “309 ibs. of it may go in the drills. 
144.] 16.8]119. | 18. |719. | 21. || 20.8] 7.9] 5.2! Wheat TAIN eras ce cee clotesiccce {| 30 bu. 1,800 || 37.4) 13.9] 9.3)) Broadeast before harrowing or 
143.| 46. | 34. |g81, i434. | 13: || “4'8] 2/2! 6.3) done Ria oa ee | | eee Bevo || a3] F9| 20.6]; E» Lor M| 400to 800 | | PaenSe 


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PRICES SUBJECT TO VARIATION. SAMPLES MAILED FREE ON REQUEST. 


HENDERSON’S SUPERIOR FERTILIZER, FOR HOUSE PLANTS. 
ae Price, 1lb. package, sufficient for 25 ordinary sized plants for 1 year, 20c., or by mail, 30c. 
_ A safe, clean fertilizer, free from disagreeable odor, prepared especially for feeding plants grown in pots, It 
isa wonderful invigorator, producing luxuriant, healthy growth, and larger and more brilliant flowers. etailed 
directions on each package, 
HENDERSON’S GARDEN FERTILIZER, FOR VEGETABLES AND FLOWERS. 
. R Prices, 5 lb. pkg., 25c.; 10 Ib., 45¢e.; 25 Ib., $1.00; 50 Ib., $1.75. 
Contains all the elements in well-balanced proportionsyneeded by vegetables and flowers for their quick growth, 
early maturing, and perfect development; immediately commences to feed the plants, stimulating them into 
healthy, luxuriant growth, and it continues to feed them until the end of the season. Highly concentrated, fine, 
dry and free from objectionable odor, easily applied, either before or after planting. If especially fine vegetables 
or flowers are desired, two or three additional applications will produce magnificent results. A /0-lb. package is 
sufficient for a space 15x20 ft. for one application, or 500 lbs. to 600 lbs. for an acre. 
GROUND BONE, Ground raw, Pure................. Prices, 1 lb. pkg., 10c.; 5 Ib., 30c.; 10 Ib., 50¢.; 25 Ib., $1.00; 50 1b., $1.50. 
Unsifted, containing fine and coarser particles just as ground; the finer feed the plants immediately, while the 
Sane up the supply for a long period. For top-dressing grass, 14 to 4 ton acre; garden and field crops, 
4% to 1 ton. 


BONE MEAL, Ground raw, Pure.. 
Ground very fine, and, therefore, more q 
“feeding meal” for poultry and animals. 
1 ton; rose beds, pot plants, etc., 1 part to 50 soil. 
GRUSHEDEBONE Raw sstbure irate cc ccntiad oseg foe «See ah aeieane atele alk cs ciate alote iets sraverera Sasa cto Do Des Are ela eae SO ep ead 
One-eighth, quarter and half-inch pieces, very slow in action, but permanent; indispensable in preparing soil 
for planting grape vines, small fruits, trees, etc. For foundation of permanent grass land and lawns, 14 to 1 ton 
acre; trees, grapes, etc., 2 to 4 qts. each. 
EONEES UPPER PHOS PVAD Be reccletollep oleleleleiefoleslelele cleie sieleleicioistmielslsletsieteleisleieisieieie sie eleieleloisisteisistnicivieleleletsiaistereteistariaeineisinicietcieisisiamisisiesieteiere 
Benefits crops quickly, promotes early maturity, affords constant nourishment during the entire season. In 
case of rotation of crop, it is nearly as valuable for the last as the first. Quantity required: For garden and field 
crops, 4 to 1 ton per acre; top-dressing grass, 14 to 1g ton acre. 


; garder 


ESO OD PAIN ID TES ON GB rrrcrescselata tele etelaloleteletcie le elcisveinieieierele(alejerelereratatele ctetelelelaratelrieiefetstersteteteteisleimtelelsteleisicleta lelctate eter latatelete aioe steteteteleieie ateieisieieteisiotetereiste 
Superior for immediate as wellas prolonged results; a splendid source of nitrogen and phosphoric acid. Quantity 
required: Garden and field crops, 44 to 1 ton per acre; broadcast or in drill, 300 to 500 Ibs. 
SIME TOP BMCAN Di Big uly Cri Zed terete seceisicincels sis cisie cise s cisieleiesis elaiaisicleiciais eels sreicicisleiemiclaloietctelsisteeisieieisiei ion enisiseseicten ier istcticisice ascceicts 
A pure, natural manure and most nutritious for all kinds of plants; its effect is immediate; it makes a safe and 
rich liquid manure. Quantity required, % to 2 tons per acre. 


MAPES’ COMPLETE MANURE, ‘5A” BRAND................. cc ccceec eee enec cee cece etree reeceeeseceeceseccsneeneees 
Specially adapted for hill or drill use on all crops, particularly in connection with stable manures. Fine for peas, 
beans, buckwheat and turnips. 
TOP ENDL RAN | DIL ead sadanoeode conacbooca cuddoans Sn ssbeendadetaoos sodadendaudocnnodcohosandaonobuooscopooDbodsescRdccouctoO 
A substitute for stable manure; for use on all soils for all crops with or without stable manure; special for oats, 
millets, vegetables, melons, tomatoes and seeding with or without grain. 
Roy LDA? G00 8 Hoe ocho ocpaanconcaueqbedasaubedorecnen dose soonduocoddnnsbsnaoniddenbpnnoecaanoncoten HcusesddddobounogdonODO00 
For any soils where small quantity of potash but large quantities of ammonia and phosphoric acid are required. 
Safe to use around young plants, nursery stock, strawberry vines; very forcing; special for early turnips. Use 
44 to ton per acre. 
TODA GEAR ME Shorpa ght) SOiseeiceeicieiatelaleictalstele sietetsinirs ercteta eleteleteteletelelelelercialclorelelersielete sbeteteletetercteis eeisecleiletercieisieiieleleeiseistetesicier=s 
For truck, early and late vegetables, onions, celery, tomatoes, etc., on all soils, and also for oats, hops and 
barley on light soils. Use for vegetables, etc., 4g to 1 ton per acre; grass, grain, etc., 400 to 800 lbs. 
for FARM CROPS, Cereal Brand...............22. ceeeee cence eee e teen eee 
For wheat, rye, corn, oats, buckwheat and all farm crops, particular if 
Lori OAM BIA Gyan d(C ari fl ow. eres ole ater oicfot-s=/elele.e.elele =/o)e\ste/elniayelole|olelsleteretetets ie aletalotalalelolelete-letele pteisleislele siete leleiisi-i- cininis's o/s eleieleisieleietsiate 
Contains the elements of plant food in well-balanced proportions to produce maximum crops; of superior 
quality and whiteness and firmness. Use 800 to 1,600 lbs. per acre. 
CORY WAR TLULRT BD oouceoaasse ob peudnmnocceacoccuadso0sobadodo nao poQUn oun JdboooDndace oddnonoooncnaseseconosnooncoghononccoRSooaG 
For field and sweet corn, fodder corn, millets, late cabbage, late turnips and seeding to grass. On good land 
in drills, 200 to 400 lbs. ; on poorer light lands broadcast, 600 to 800 lbs. per acre. 
SRE IMU MCAD AUN GMD SWENSON hoo MAP ACN Ue Is oareratetesciatetotelcloteletototelsteictnie ini felatelolersietataeie ereteleicieicteleleletetelaielalareialsierare]otcie stetete ayelerelet-feistetsieleietetaletelaicrsreiete is 
For insuring fruiting power and quality of fruit for grapes, pears, apples, plums, strawberries and all small 
fruits; effects slow, but lasting. Use 600 to 1,000 lbs. per acre. 
TYR EY AND) O RIAN GE SIMIAN WR Bie oi ores efosnreleistalalele aie cloieisiaicieleieiaie o/ala)elelaia'slalele/ele\efs}ololalslelsielelais s\els|o\n[els|elalefata|aia eles eelvieinisine 
Promotes wood growth and fruiting; for all fruit-trees. Use 600 to 2,000 lbs. per acre. 


GIIASSPANID) GIVATING HSpringyTOop-Gressin es. -)ereicieieleie/ciejeisins cie.cletey=iais/eisielsleie sleds elec =lesalelsielslele mlejeleveielaleleieletalalsiejelelsielsis evsieiciaie sieleteeicle 
For all kinds of grasses and pastures, mowing lands, timothy clover, wheat, oats, rye and all grain crops. On 
good land, 200 to 600 lbs., and poor land, 600 lbs. per acre. 
POTATO MAN UU Bos ooo faisiele oieiicieioleielelsinre 0» «1a elelalnjnleleleleleleie wisieies |sle\e/elainie elalnvninia = alelnisis)alaja(eie\aiels)ave = ais/slelelelelolslal=|=\e\sie.eie.e\s/s + *\eln alo\aia 
For Irish and sweet potatoes, also asparagus, tomatoes, sugar beets, fruits, sorghum, sugar cane and sugar corn. 
600 to 1,000 Ibs. per acre. 
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For growing superior quality of leaf, particularly for wrappers. Ss 
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the texture of the soil and drives away insects. Quantity required, 1 to 2 
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Valuable solely for its nitrogen; it is very stimulating, quick in action, and hastens earliness and maturity; 
must be used in connection with other fertilizers. Quantity required: Being extremely soluble it should not be 
applied until the plants are above ground, when 100 to 500 lbs. per acre, mixed with wood ashes or land plaster, 
for convenience in applying, are generally used. 


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$3.00 |$5.00 |$45.00 | 491b.! 901b.} 251» 
2.25] 3.85 | 35.00 | 331b.| 801b.| 1)b. 
2.50 | 4.25 | 38.00 | 387lb.| 851b.| 11b. 
2.75 | 4.75 | 43.00 | 331b.| 801b.| 11b. 
2.15 | 3.75 | 33.00 21 1b. | 1001b. | 25 1b. 
2.35 | 4.00 | 36.00 | 491b. | 1101b. |........ 
2.00 | 3.50} 30.00 | 211b./ 151b.| 25 1b. 
2.25 / 3.85 | 35.00 | 491b.| 201b.} 151b. 
2.25 | 3.85} 35.00 | 251b./1101b.| 25 1b. 
2.50 | 4.25] 38.00 | 33lb.| 901b.| 401b. 
2.65 | 4.35 | 39.00 | 491b./| 801b.| 301b., 
2.75 | 4.65] 41.00 491b. | 601b. | 60 1b. 
1.85 | 3.25 | 28.00 | 161lb.| 701b.| 301b. 
2.50} 4.25] 38.00 | 411b.| 601b.| 601b. 
2.35 | 4.00 | 36.00 | 25lb.| 901b.| 601b. 
2.65 | 4.35 | 39.00 | 161b.| 701b. | 100 1b 
2.50} 4.15 | 37.00 | 331b.| 801b.| 30 1b. 
2.65 | 4.50 | 40.00 | 491b.| 501b./ 701b. 
2.65 | 4.35 | 39.00 | 371b.| 801b.| 601b. 
2.25) 3.85] 35.00 | 331lb./ 451b.| 801b. 
2.65 | 4.35 | 39.00 | 621b.| 401b. | 105 1b 
1.40 | 2.50 | 20.00 ........ 10 1b. | 60 1b 
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For Insects, etc., troubling Garden 
Vegetables. Use for Asparagus, beetle, 9 or 13; 
Bean, rust, 23, 24. Cabbage and Cauliflower, worm 
or slug, 6,11, 13; cutworm, 10; flea beetle, 8, 14, 16, 13; 
maggot, 15,17. Carrot, worm, 9,13. Celery, worm, 9, 
413, 11; rust, 21, 24. Corn, cutworm, 10; borer, 10; 
worm, 6, 13. Cucumber, worm, 6, 13; beetles, 8, 13. 
Egg Plant, potato bug, 8, 9,13. Endive and Lettuce, 
worm, 11,13. Melon, Squash and Pumpkin, worm, 
6,13; bugs and beetles, 8,13; root borer, 16; leaf rust, 24, 
23. Onion, maggot, 15, 17. Parsley and Parsnip, 
orm, 8, 9, 13. Potato, bug, 8, 9, 13; blight, 23, 24. 


Amt Destroyer. 


A non-poisonous powder which will destroy or drive 
away black ants from lawns, trees, plants, houses or 
other affected locality. Price, 14 Ib. can, 26c., 

1 Ib. can, Tic. 
No. 1. Sprinkle it around near the haunts. 


Imported German Caterpillar Lime. 


A highly recommended European remedy for the 
prevention of crawling insects from going up or down 
the trunks of trees; prevents the laying of eggs on the 
bark, and the hatching of those already laid; prevents 
borers, scale, etc., and keeps all animals from gnawing 
the trees; it remains sticky and efficacious from 3 to 5 
months, and is easily and cheaplyapplied. (Little book- 
let, giving full information, mailed onapplication.) Price: 
5 1b. can, $1.00; 10 1b. can, $1.75; 25 lb. keg, $3.75; 50 
Ib. keg, $6.75 ; 100 lb. keg, $12.75. 

No. 2. Apply with a-paddle and spread evenly with a 
hard brush, leaving the lime 4 inch thick. For crawling 
insects, a ring of it 4 inches wide around the tree will suffice. 
Complete instructions with each package. 


Fir Tree Oil. 


The most popular and probably, for ‘‘allround” pur- 
poses, the best insecticidein the market for greenhouse 
and house plants; it frees plants of nearly all insects 
to which they are subject, and for the following it has 
no superior: Mealy bug, scale, red spider, aphis (black 
and green), thrip, blight, worms and slugs, and is also 
a valuable remedy for animal parasites and insects. 
Price, 4% pint tin, 40c.; pint, 75c.; qt., $1.40; 32 gal., 

_ $2.50; gal., $4.25. 

No. 3. Dilute 44 vint to about 10 gallons of soft or rain 
water (for tender plants or young growth make weaker). 
Spray on with vaporizer, syringe or bellows. 


Fir Tree Oil Soap. 
A formula of the above Fir Tree Oil, prepared in soap 
form and preferred by some. It will do all claimed 
for the fluid preparation. Price, 34 1b. tins, 25c., 


2 lbs., T5c., 5 lbs., $1.75; 10 

1bs., $3.25; 20 1bs., $6.00; by express only, the purchaser 
‘paying carriage. 

No. 4. One ounce makes a gallon of non-poisonous insect- 


killing liquid. Apply with syringe or bellows. 
Kerosene Emulsion (Concentrated), 


For plant lice of any kind, cabbage worm, scale in- 
sects on apple, pear, orange, lemon and other trees. 


E give below a list of vegetables, fruits, trees and plants, and in / 
italics the insects or diseases that usually attack them, followed 
To find out what remedy to use, refer to a 
corresponding number under the headings of ‘‘ Remedies for Insects,” 
or “Remedies for Fungus.” For instance, if aninsectis attacking your 
Asparagus, by referring to the list of vegetables you will find that it 
is probably the beetle that is causing the devastation ; the numbers 
following Asparagus beetle are 9and 13. By reference to the corresponding 
numbers under ‘‘ Remedies for Insects” you will find that Paris green in 
solution or Slug Shot blown on in powder form are the remedies to apply. 


ce QUR NEW BOOK = 


“injurious Insects and 


Plant Diseases, with 
Remedies.” 


See Details of Gontents on page 9e 


Radish, flea beetle, 8, 14, 16,13; maggot, 15,17. Sweet 
Potato, sawfly worm, 6,8,11,13. Tomato, worm, 6,13. 
Turnip, flea beetle, 13, 16, 8; maggot, 15, 17. 

Small Fruits. Cranberry, worm, 8,9. Currants, 
Gooseberries, Raspberries, worms, 6, 7, 8, 13; leaf 
hoppers, 11,13; rust and mildew, 21, 22, 23,24. Grapes, 
slug, 9, 8, 7, 6, 13; flea beetle, 9, 8, 13, 16; thrip,14 ; rose 
chafer, 11, 13; black rot, scab, mildew and rust, 21, 23, 24. 
Strawberry, slugs and worms, 6,7, 13; leaf roller, 6,7; 
root louse, 15, 17. 

Fruit & Ornamental Trees & Shrubs. 
Bark louse, 3, 4, 5, 20; caterpillar, slugs, worms, 2, 9,13; 


a REACEDIES FOR INSECTS. ® 


Price, 1 quart can, 30c.; 1 gallon can, 50c.; 5 gallon tin 
buckets, $1.75 ; 50 gallon barrel, $10.00. 

No. 5. Mix 1 gallon Emulsion to15 or 20 gallons water, 
according to strength required. Spray on with syringe or 
force pump. 

Hellebore, Powdered White. 


For the destruction of slugs, worms, caterpillars, 
etc. Less poisonous than Paris green and London 
purple, and safer to use when fruits or vegetables are 
nearly ripe. Price, 20c. per lb. 

No. 6. Dry Application. Dust on dry, or miz1 
lb. with 4 lbs. of powdered lime or flour ; dust on with 
powder duster or bellows or gun. 

No. 7 Im Solution, Dissolve 1 oz. to 3 gallons of 
water ; apply with syringe, pump or vaporizer. 


Paris Green. 

A poisonous, insoluble powder, indispensable on the 
farm or garden—for preventing the ravages of potato 
bugs, codling moth, worms, caterpillars, slugs and 
bugs. Price, 30c. per lb. 

No. 8. Dry Application, Miz with plaster, flour 
or other dilutant—one part to 100; apply with duster, 
bellows or gun. 

No. 9. In Solution. Miz1 Ib. to 200 or 300 gallons 
ofwater. Apply with pump syringe or vaporizer. 

Yo. 10. Bait. For cut worms, miz 1 oz. with 8 ozs. of 
syrup ; mix thoroughly with fresh chopped grass or leaves. 


Persian Powder or Buhach. 


Henderson’s Superior Grade. 


Cheap adulterated grades are worthless. A mosteffective 
non-poisonous impalpable powder—so fine that it pene- 
trates the innermost crevices—for worms, flies, aphis, 
and almost ail kinds of insects—it is very effectual— 
suffocating them by filling up the breathing pores. 
Price, per lb., 40c. 

No, 11. Dry. Blow on with a bellows or gun. 

No. 12. Solution. Dissolve 1 oz. to 3 gallons of 
water, and apply with syringe or pump. 


Slug Shot. 

A non-poisonous powder and a very popular insecti- 
cide—it requires no further mixing or preparation— 
easily applied and not injurious or dangerous to ani- 
mals, the person applying it, or fruits and vegetables 
treated. Very effectual in destroying potato bugsand 
beetles, green and black fly, slugs, worms, caterpillars, 
etc. (By express or freight only.) Price, per keg of 125 


REDAEDIES FOR FUNGUS. 


(Ammoniacal solution 


Copperdine. of carbonate of copper.) 


A famous remedy for fungoid diseases of plants, par- 
ticularly for grapes, curing downy and powdery mildew, 
black rot, scab, ete. Price, quart can, 50c.; 1 gallon 
can, $1.50 ; 10 gallon carboy, $1.35 gallon. By express 
or freight only. 

No. 21. Dilute 1 pint to 10 or 12 gallons of water ; 
apply with Knapsack sprayer or bellows vaporizer. 


Flowers of Suipkur. 


Price, 10c. per lb., or by mail, 20c. 1b.; 10 1bs., 60c. 
No. 22. Apply with bellows or gun. 


Fostite. 


A famous French preparation, containing silicate of 
magnesia and copper sulphate, powdered so minutely 
that when puffed or blown from a powder-gun or 
bellows, it forms a cloud which settles evenly over 
foliage and plants, and is not only of inestimable value 
for all fungoid diseases—mildew, black rot, rust, leaf 
blight, etc.—but it is also a splendid insect destroyer. 
Itisa powder. Price, 5 1b. package, 50c.; 25 1b. box, 
$200; 50 1b. box, $3.50; 100 1b. box, $6.50. 

No. 23. Blow on with a powder-bellows or powder- 
gun, while the foliage is moist, either with dew or after 


INSECTS 


beetles, aphis, 14, 3, 4; curculio, 9; rose chafer, 11; 
borers, 2 ; mildew and leaf rust, 22, 23, 24; scale, 2, 3, 
4, 5, 14. 

Flowering and Ornamental Plants. 
Aphis or green fly, 11, 18, 16, 14, 13; worms, slugs and 
caterpillars, 11,9, 8, 6,13; rosebug or chafer, 11,13; leaf 
hoppers, 19, 13, 14; red spider, 3, 4, 14; mealy bug and 
scale, 3,4, 5, 14; blue root louse, 15,17; thrip, 3, 4, 14; 
leaf rust and mildew, 21, 22, 23, 24. Hollyhock Dis- 
ease, 21, 24. 

Cotton. 

Lawns. 


Worm, 9, 13. 
Ants, 1. 


Ibs. net., $5.00; per barrel of 235 1bs. net, $8.50; in 10 
lb. packages, each, 60c.; 5 lb. packages, 3Uc.; in tin 
canister, with perforated top for applying, 25c. each, 


No. 13. Apply with duster, bellows or gun. 10 to 40 
lbs. is sufficient for an acre. 


Rose Leaf Insecticide. 
Extract of Tobacco. 

One of the most effectual articles for the destruction. 
of all insects and scale on plants ; a pure concentrated: 
extract of tobacco. Full instructions for the various 
methods of applying, including testimonials from. 
leading florists, are given in our “Rose Leaf” pam- 
phlet, mailed on application. Pint can, 35c.; quart can,. 
60c.; gallon can, $1.75. 

No. 14. Dilute with from 30 to 150 parts of water, 
according to the delicacy of the plants to be treated, and apply 
with spraying bellows or syringe with spraying nozzle. 

No. 15. Dilute as above, and apply with watering pot: 
sufficient to reach the roots. 


Tobacco Dust, Fine. 

For green and black aphis, fleas, beetles, etc. Splen- 
did fertilizer and preventive for insects in the ground 
and around roots. Price, 10c. per Ib., 

5 lbs., 35c.; 10 1bs., 65c.; $3.00 per barrel. 

No. 16. For insects on plants, apply with powder duster 
or bellows. 

No. 17. For worms or grubs in the soil, apply liberally 
to the surface and rake in, or strew thickly in the drills before. 
planting. 

Tobacco Stems. 

Indispensable for fumigating greenhouses and con-- 
servatories—for the destruction of green and black 
aphis, and other insects. Price, 50 lb. bale, $1.00; 100) 

»» $1.75. 

No. 18. Dampen thoroughly a few hours before using, 
place about a half pound over a handful of shavings in a 
Sumigator, and light, 

Whale Oil Soap. 

Makes an excellent wash for trees and plants where 
insects and eggs affect the bark, and for smearing on 
the trunks of trees to prevent worms from crawling up. 
Price, 15c. per lb., 2Ibs., 25c. 

5 1bs., 50c.; 25 lbs. and over, at 8c. per Ib. 

No. 19. For insects on plants, dissolve 14 lb. to agallon 
of water ; apply with syringe or spraying pump. 

No. 20. For bark insects, etc., dilute with water te. 
consistency of thick paint, and apply with brush. 


SUCH AS ANILDEW, RUST, 


BLACK ROT, ETC.. 
syringing. At the rate of 25 lbs. per acre for grapevines, 
Sor each application. 

Bordeaux Mixture. 

A valuable and indispensable fungicide for grape 
growers—thereby insuring larger crops and finer 
grapes, and preventing failure. A sure cure and pre- 
ventive for black rot, mildew and rust, also of great 
value for other plants suffering with kindred diseases. 
Price, 1 quart can, 50c.; 1 gallon can, $1.25; 5 gallon 
can, $5.00. By express or freight only. 

No, 24. Dissc!ve1 galion to 60 gallons of water, and 
apply with Knapsack sprayer or vaporizer, or pump with~ 
vaporizing nozzle. 


b Alinta MY, 


New High Grade Spraying Pump, 
The «*POMONA.’’ 
Send for Special Circular. 


} ** PERFECTION” SPRAYING OUTFIT. 


HENDERSON’S ‘‘SUCCESS’”’ HAND 
FORCE PUMP. 


“Perfection” Spraying Outfit. 


One hundred trees per hour can be sprayed 
with this pump. Itis fitted with ten feet of dis- 
charge hose and a graduating Spray Nozzle. At 
theaperture “ B”’ isattached three feet of return 
hose, so that, at every stroke of the pump, a 
small part of the liquid is redischarged into the 
barrel, which keeps the liquid well mixed. 
There is also a tight cap furnished to close up 
opening ‘‘B’”’ when desired. The pump has 3- 
inch cylinder, and is furnished with iron suction 
pipe, with a fine strainer at bottom ready to 
mount on a barrel. Weight, 65 Ibs. (See cut.) 
Price of outfit complete (not including barrel), 
with Brass Cylinder, Plunger and Rod, $10.00. 


Henderson’s “Success” Hand Force Pump. 


This is the best and most durable portable 
hand pump in the market. Working parts are 
made of solid brass with large air chamber, and 
is double-acting, throwing an absolutely contin- 

, uous stream, either solid or ina fine spray, as 
desired; very light and easily carried, and 
works from any bucket ortub. Just the thing 
for throwing liquid insecticides and fungicides 
on low trees, shrubs, plants, etc. (See cut.) 
Price, $3.50. 


The Asbestos Torch. 


Attach the torch to the end ofa pole of suitable 
length ; saturate with kerosene oil, light and 
hold under the caterpillars’ nests and pass 
quickly along the branches and around the 
trunk of the tree where the insectslodge. The 
heat instantly destroys the insects and will in 
no way injure the tree. (See cut.) Price, 50c. 
each, or by mail, 60c. 


Leggett’s Improved Powder Gun. 


For applying any dry powder, such as Paris 
green, London purple, Hellebore, Insect powder, 
Lime, Plaster, etc., on plants or trees, the pow- 
der being evenly distributed over a wide space 
and with ‘the least possible waste ; the work be- 
ing more rapidly done than by any other known 
implement. It is 24inches long, with four extra 
tubes which when attached make the whole 
length seven feet, weighs 44 lbs., and holds one 
quart of powder. By turning the crank a fan is 
rapidly revolved, which forces a current of air 
through thc tubes that carries with it a small 
portion of powder. The quantity may be in- 
creased or diminished, as desired. (See cut.) 
Price, complete, $7.50. 


Woodason’s Double Cone Powder Bellows. 


This bellows can be held in any direction 
without wasting Powder, as it regulates its own 
supply, and it doesnot clogup. The best article 
ever invented for destroying insects in the con- 
servatory, garden, orchard or field; it will kill 
every bug upon one acre of potatoes, under the 
leaves as well as on top, in an hour. (See cut.) 
Price, $2.75. 


Woodason’s Vaporizing Bellows. 


This throws a spray as fine as mist, ren- 

dering the use of strong solutions perfectly 

. safe on tender foliaged plants ; it forces 

the fluids into every crevice, without using 

half the quantity required by syringe or sprink- 

ler. (See cut.) Price, large size, $2.00. Small 
size (for house use), $1.25. 


LEGGETT’S IMPROVED POWDER GUN. 


WOODASON’S BELLOWS, FOR 
POWDER AND FLUID. 


Woodason’s Single Cone Powder Bellows. 


Price, large size, $1.75. Small size (for can- 
servatory and house use), $1.00. 


Low-Priced Powder Bellows. 


Will hold about a pound of Paris green or 
other powders, which will be distributed evenly 
over an acre of potatoes. It is supplied with 
two, funnel dispensers and extensions, so that 
either one or two rows may be operated on at 
one passage, as desired. Price, $1.26 each, 
complete. 


Perfected Knapsack Sprayer. 


For applying Bordeaux Mixture and other 
fluid remedies in a mist-like spray, for the 
treatment of grapes and other vegetation, for 
the prevention and cure of mildew, black-rot 
and kindred diseases. The machine is made 
entirely of copper and brass and the chemicals 
will not corrode or rust it. The air chamber 
keeps up a pressure, so a continuous discharge 
isgiven. (Seecut.) Price, $12.00. 


The “Lenox” Sprayer. 


A cheap sprayer for applying poisonous fluids 
such as Paris green water, etc., to grapevines, 
low trees, bushes, potatoes, garden vegetables, 
etc. Can be carried either on the back or by 
hand, as desired. It is made of galvanized iron, 
holds five gallons of fluid, which flows through 
the rubber tube and is forced out in a spray by 
pressing the rubber bulb heid in the hand ; this 
Spray willreach 10 to 12 feet. Price, with single 
sprinkling attachment as shown in the cut, 
$3.50; or with double sprinkling attachment 
for two rows at once, $5.00. 

The ‘‘Lenox”’ Sprayer is not adapted for throw- 
ing fungicides such as Bordeaux Mixture, as the 
spray is not fine enough. 


Norton’s Plant Duster. 


This is one of the best articles for dusting 
potatoes, vines, etc., with powder insecticides. 


A slight jolting movement distributes the dust |” 


in a fine cloud. It is made scientifically correct, 
with a cylinder air-chamber projecting abdve 
the powder so that it never clogs. Another 
point of merit is the projecting dust guard, 
which prevents the powder from escaping be- 
yond the plant being treated. (Seecut.) Price, 
$1.00 each. 


Eureka Fumigators. 


For fumigating greenhouses with dampened 
tobacco stems ; made of galvanized sheet iron ; 
a damper regulates the draft ; no danger of fire ; 
no ashes or litter. (Seecut.) No.1, 12 in. high, 
$1.50; No. 2,16in. high, $1.75; No.3,20in. high, 
$2.00; No. 4, 24 in. high, $2.76. 


Jumbo Powder Gun. 


For applying insect powders on plants in the 
house or small gardens ; it will hold about 4 oz. 
of powder, whichis injected and finely distrib- 
uted by a pressure with the thumb. The 
“Jumbo” we consider the best small powder 
distributer on the market. (See cut.) Price, 20c. 
each, or by mail, 25c. each. 


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JUMBO POWDER GUN. 


The Henderson Chilled Plow. 
As hard as tempered 
steel; combines all improve- 
ments; the best chilled plow. 
1-horse, light, turns furrow 
8 to 9inches........-.... $5.50 
l-horse, medium, turns 
furrow 9 to 10 inches.. 6.00 
2-horse, light, turns fur- 


row 94% to 11 inches.... 8.00 
2-horse, full, turns fur- 

row 10 to 12 inches..... 10.00 
Jointers, extr . 2.00 
Wheel, extr: .. 1.00 


“Boss,”’ or One-Horse 
Combination Plow. 


The best 1-horse turn plow; 
supplied with one No. 2% 
mold board, one No, 144 mold 
board, one cabbage mold and 
shovel. Price, $6.50, or with 
extra double mold board, for 
furrowing and ridging, $8.00. 


Cabbage or Skeleton Plow. 


For cultivating leafy crops; 
the wing of the mold being 
omitted, allows the plow to 
work close to the plants. 


$4.50. 


Shovel Plows. 


Single Shovel............ $3.00 
Double ‘“ -. 3.50 


Gold Medal Subsoil Plow. 


For following a common 
plow, breaking up the earth 
to a depth of 15 inches with 
1-horse plow, and 20 inches 
with 2-horse, without throw- 
ing subsoil on top. 1-horse, 
$6.00, with wheel $7.00; 2- 
horse, $8.00, with wheel $9.00. 


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Steel Wing Shoyel Plow. 


Wings can be placed at any 
angle, to throw more or less 
dirt in cultivating or furrow- 
ing. Price, $4.50, or with po- 
tato-digging fingered mold, 
$8.00. 


Iron Field Roller. 


4 Sec., 12x20, 859 bs...$35.00 P 
5 “  12xx, 1,000 ** ... 40:00 
4 * 12x24. 1,100 ‘ ... 43.00 
5 ‘* 12x24, 1,250 ‘ ... 48.00 
6 ‘* 12x24,1,500 55.00 


(And other siz 
Whiffletrees and neck yoke, 
$3.00 extra. 
Serapers, $6.00 extra. 


By a) 


Spring Tooth Harrow. 


With steel frame and levers, 
ontwo wheels, frame hinged, 
so either side can be raised 
in passing stumps, etc.; su- 
perior, light, strong and 
durable. 15-tooth, $16.00; 17- 
tooth, $17.50, 


Spring Tooth Cultivator. 


The most complete imple- 
ment for all kinds of culti- 
vating; simple, durable, ad- 
justable to width of row. 
6-tooth, with wheel...... $6.00 
8- “ oe a“ 7.50 


Lever Feed Cutter. 


Furnished with gauge 
plate, to change length of 
cut. Price, $4.50. 


Cahoon’s Broadcast Seed 


: Sower. 
Broadcasts 16 to 40 feet, 
wheat, rye, oats, barley, 


timothy, clover, millet, etc. 
Price, $4.00. 


Garden Wheelbarrow. 


Strongly made and hand- 
somely painted. 
No. 2, boys’ size.......... ; 
No. 4, medium 
No. 5, large size... 


2 


Lawn and Stable Barrow. 
Large capacity .......... $6.00 


Wood Frame, Reversible 
Smoothing Harrow. 


Drawn from one side, the 


teeth are straight; drawn 
from the other side, the teeth 


are slanting; the sections 
have 24 teeth each. 
2 Section (48 teeth)..... $12.50 


3 oe (72 sone 18.00 


Steel Frame Cultivator or 
Horse Hoe. 


With lever expander and 
lever wheel, complete with 5 
cultivator teeth and 3 horse 
hoe teeth, so it can be used 
either as plain cultivator or 
horse hoe. $6.00, 


NS 
Roller Feed Cutter. 

No. 00, 4-6 in. knives, cuts 2 

inche $6.50 
No. 0, 5-6 in. knives, cuts 

een ches aeecrmtstsstsae 7.00 


(And other sizes.) 


American Cider Mill. 


With adjustable rollers, 
double crank and feed regu- 
lator. $35.00. Other styles. 


Grind Stone, Mounted. 
No. 1, stone about 100 Ibs. $4.00 
50 


No.2, ‘* Ci ne Go ME 
No.3, “« “ 55 © 3.00 


Acme Harrow. 
No. G, 1-horse, 3-ft. cut, $8.00 


13.00 
15.00 


in = i 4g 
“ 479 « 6% 


Meeker Smoothing Harrow. 
Splendid pulverizer, $23.00 


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Folding or, Butterfly Harrow. 


14—¥ in. teeth........... $9.00 
1S a/auues’ ‘ . 10.50 
pe GA ~ 14.00 
esi Me ..17.00 
23—1 “ 18.00 
30—1 “ 19.00 
Spading or “‘ Cutaway” 
Harrows. 
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Root Cutter. 


The best cheap root cutter 
for turnips, carrots, beets, 
ete. $8.00. 


Dry Bone Mill. 


For grinding dry bones fort 


chickens, $5.00; on legs, $7.00. 


Green Bone Mill. 


For grinding fresh bones not 
free from meat, $15.00; on 
legs, $18.00. 


Field Mower. 


1-horse, 3% ft. cut......$38.00 
p35 oe 4g SS ... 40,00 
poe aren (5) CIT “Anode 2.00 
pee 6 G8 PT Sopond 45.00 


Hay Loader. 


Puts on loadin 10 min., $65.00 


Grape and Raisin Seeder. 


MAMI: SIZE wetcleleis vicleisicleivis $1.00 
Will seed 1 1b. in 5 minutes. 
HOtelisiZe rec crctiisielictsess $2.50 


Will seed 1 lb, in 1 minute. 


| 
Common Square Harrow. 
15—% in. teeth 
0—-% 
PA) 
Disc Harrows. 
Send for Catalogue. 


- Jersey Cultivator. 
Expanding frame, _ steel 
teeth. Wood frame, $4.00; 


with wheel, $4.50. Iron frame, 
$4.50; with wheel, $5.00, 


Planet Jr. Cultivators. 
Send for Catalogue. 


Henderson Corn Sheller. 


Single hopper, with cob 
separator. Price, without fan, 
$9.00; with fan, $11.00; wood- 
en feed table, extra, $1.25. 


Horse Rake, Self-Dumping. 
Rakes 8 ft. wide, has ad- 
justable lock lever. $25.00. 
Hay Tedders. 
The latest and best..... $35.00 


Fruit, Wine and Jelly Press. 


Extracts juice and ejects 
seeds and skins in one opera- 
tion; capacity, 3 qts. $15.00, 


We "Wy. 


Kemp’s Manure Spreader. 
The best spreader made, 
either broadcast or in drills, 
No. 1, on 2 wheels, capacity 30 


Ipushelsi-eaee seen scene $85.00 
No. 1, on 4 wheels, ca- 

pacity 30 bushels. ..... 110.00 
No. 2, on 4 wheels, ca- 

pacity 40 bushels...... 120.00 
Drill attachment, extra. 8.00 
Wind or lime hood...... 5.00 


The Henderson Corn Planter. 


Steel frame, simple and re- 
liable; will plant 10 acres a 
day either in drills or hills, 
sowing fertilizer at the same 
time if desired. Price, steel 
frame, plain, $15.00; or with 
phosphate sower, $20.00. 


Improved Incubator. 
Self - regulating; copper 

tank, heater and flues, 

100 egg size 

200 Mine 


Horse Radish Grater. 


Box pattern; capacity, 15 
lbs. an hour. Perforated tin 
cylinder, $6.00. Wooden cylin- 
der, studded steel pins, $7.00. 


Cherry Stoner. 
The ‘‘Rapid,” tinned....$1.00 } 
The “ Perfect,” tinned.. 1.50 
This works slower than the 
“Rapid,” but searcely dis- 
figures the fruit. 


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pCARTBOX 


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cos WATER BAREEL TRUCK 


: Silane 
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The Barrel is raised from the ground, carried to the place desired, and can be readily dis- 
connected from or attached to the truck while barrel is either full or empty. We have wheels of 
134, 242 and 4 inch tire, but always send truck with wheels 134-inch tire, unless otherwise specified, We 
also supply as extra attachments the following : A Box with trunnions and spring 
catch, making a very superior dumping Hand-cart. A Sprinkler, invaluable for watering lawns 
and sprinkling walks. Water is turned on and off by hand wheel and ball valve. A Leaf Rack, 
very useful for removing leaves and litter. (Knocks down for shipment.) A Force Pump, ‘‘The 
SSS Gem,” can be set on any part of the barrel, for either right or left handed person ; can be used for 
= = ie washing windows and carriages, spraying trees, watering plants and hot-beds. The working parts 

of the pump are all brass. It works very easily, and throws a stream 40 feet, and is well adapted for spraying trees and shrubbery with insecticides or fungicides. 


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Truck and barrel, 134-in. tire...... -Ona00000 - $10.00 | Extra Trunnions, per pair............2eceeeeeeees $0.50 | Gem Force Pump Attachment........-.......+5- $5.00 
“ pe 2% CE iGoabudeden 5 eats Hana -eert Boxseeeiqsieneeh cen ecco nnae aris Uf truck and trunnions without barrel are wanted, 
“ “ SC sg EE ores x é OALORACK so'siayoiotseiseteyeisiike oe ene ceceone lesions : ( ; 

Extra barrel, with trunnions on 2.60 | Sprinkler Attachment..........ccccceccsesccscecs 2.50 | deduct $2.00 from prices of trucks with barrel.) 


GALVANIZED WIRE GARDEN TRELLIS. Geers 


For Peas, Tomatoes, Vines, ete. 


A great improvement in Garden Trellis, indispensable in every well-kept 
garden, easily put up, more tidy than brush, practically indestructible. Can be rolled 
up, stored away and used again year after year. Tomatoes grown on this Trellis are 
clean, ripen more evenly and are less liable to rot. Cucumbers and other vines can be 
advantageously trained on the Trellis, economizing space and insuring cleaner and 
better matured fruits. This Trellis, 46 inches wide, is made of the best galvanized 
wire, and is furnished in 10-foot lengths, with a stake at each end and one in the 


Wid DI / 
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centre. Price, per 10-foot length, 75c. pee Pa SW) Ny Hiuaqy ts Shsesuger 
yon (i laeaoee - (WA eee 27) Ws ava a 
MASTICA FOR GLAZING [Dstt ice aces. ineee 


Greenhouses, Sashes, etc., new and old. It is Elastic, 


Adhesive and easily applied ; it is not affected RUBBER HOSE. 


by dampness, heat, or cold. Henderson’s “‘ Best Para’’ is made entirely from New Para Rubber, 

A ¢ and will outlast cheap hose three times over. Standard Quality is a grade 
that is sold by many people as ‘‘the best”; we only offer it because some 
people want cheap hose. Rubber hose is sold in uniform lengths of either 
25 or 50 feet. We furnish couplings on free, (Our “Best Para” is fitted 
with the new water-tight ‘‘Wedge Coupling.”) Prices: 


“Best Para,’’ 
3/4-inch, 25 ft., $4.00; 50 ft., $7.50 
l-inch, 25 ft., $5.50; 50 ft., $10.50 

“Standard Quality,”’ 
3/4-inch, 25 ft., $3.00; 50 ft., $5.75 
l-inch, 25 ft., $3.75; 50 ft., $7.00 


ny MASTICA 
GLAZING 


MACHINE. 
$1.25 each. 


Every florist has experienced difficulty in obtaining putty (whether ordinary or white lead) for glazing that 
is satisfactory for any length of time. The fact is, putty is not adapted for greenhouse work. 

After much study the inventor of ‘‘ Mastica’’ decided that the composition must be of different material, 
and the qualities must be elastic and tenacious to admit of expansion and contraction without cracking. 
“‘Mastica,” when applied, in a few hours forms a skin or film on the entire mass, hermetically sealing the 
substance and preventing the evaporation of the liquids, and remains in a soft, pliable and elastic condition 
for years. ‘‘Mastica” is of great value in going over old houses with a Mastica machine on the outside of 
sash, as it makes it perfectly tight and saves the expense of relaying the glass. 

Prices of Mastica (Soft, for machine application): 50c. per quart, T5c. per 32 gallon, $1.25 per gallon. 


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THE ‘HENDERSON ” BARROW. : 
—— BING enor is light, strong and durable, has PN oe 
S iu fim a steel wheel and axle and oil-tempered springs, = =p = 
and we do morhesitate to say that itis the best a ae aN Wh 
barrow on the market. It is well painted, « ” 
striped and varnished. While its carrying gras Ba gee 
capacity is from 300 to 500 HOSE REELS 
=~ pounds, its weightis less than 2 

40 pounds; fully warranted to ; 
stand the roughest usage. The tire being wide “All Iron’”’ Hose Reel. Is constructed entirely 
makes it more desirable for lawn and garden of iron, and is indestructible. It is light in weight, 
use and a stronger wheel for the pavements. frictionless, and the wheels being high make it easily 
The shoe brace running from the rear of the manipulated ; a good, strong, handsome and convenient 
body to the foot of the leg is a great protection reel: Prices.—No. 10, for 100 ft. %-in. hose, $2.76 5 
to the leg against breakage. Weight, 39 pounds ; 0. 20, for 160 ft. 3{-in. hose, $3.00; No. 30, for 500 ft. 


width, rear, 24 inches ; width, front, 19 inches; | 4710- hose, $5.00. 

diameter of wheel, 20 inches; width of tire, A PI eh 1G: The best wooden reel 
= = - . i made. . A, for t., $2.00 ; ms o 20. 
THE “HENDERSON”? BARROW. 1% inches. Price, $5.00 fo) $ No. B, for 200 ft., $2.26, 


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ISGELLANEOUS TOOLS, IMPLEMENTS, 
REQUISITES, TYING MATERIAL, Etc. 


Price. 


Asparagus Buncher, Watts’s a3! 
Axe, handled, light, $1.00; heavy.. 
*« mattock, 85c.; with handle. 


a 


00 


25 


Bill Hook, for shrubbery.......... me25 
Brush Hook, axe handled alesis 
Dibbers, 35c.; mailed.. 50 
Floral Tools, set of 4, small............ 50 
Os set of 4, long handled,1.00 
Forks, Digging, 4 prong.. a 75 
5 prong 90 
«Manure, 4 tine, 75c.; 5 tine, 85 
“« Hay, 2 tine, 35 5c.5 3 tine:........45 
on Hand-weeding,15¢.; mailed 20 
Fruit Picker, Wire, 25c.; mailed..... 35 
IPlUMICYZ8 cercscsessst esse 1.25 
Se <6 BD without pole,1.00 
Grafting Chisels, 65c.; mailed....... 70 
Garden Lines, 100 it. (mailed,60c.) 50 
Gardeners’ Gloves,goat,$1; mailed1.10 
“© pubber. 1. 50; mailed,1.60 
Glazing Tool, 10c.; mailed.............. 12 
Giazing Points,per1000,65c.; mailed 75 
Pinchers, for above, 50c.; mailed.... 60 
Gardening Tools.—Youth’s set. 
Spade, Hoe, Rake, Trowel, Hand- 
WCCA ETD DICCES eeccsecceessscccoeeccsteoeese 1.25 
Grafting Wax, 4 lb., 10c.; %Ib., 
20c.; lb. (postage, 10c. 1b, extra)... 30 
Grass Hooks. (See page 188.) 
Hanging Baskets, muster’ S)in’--.--. 1.00 
LO ins 1:25); in 1.50 
Hatchets, broad pruning.. 65 
Hoes, Ladies’ Draw, 5 in. blade 
(Fig. 2) i - Some saver tuseeatcers 25 
“ Draw (Fig.21), 6,7 
35 
se 
(handles, 10c. eae h ex tra), 
50c.; 6in., 55¢e.; 7 in., 60c.; 8 
in. 650.5 9 in. 5 T0e.; 10in., THe. ;. 
DES ETN ss eee eee eeentince ae ae eeen ns 85 
“ Lightning Scuffle (Fig. 24), 
SAM. CUibrescesstecsseveecareccnrerececen cose 70 
‘“* Scuffle and Rake, Combined 
(Fig. 23), 6 teeth, 8 in. cut 75 
eight teeth, 9% in cut........ 85 
“* Warren, small size (Fig. 17).. 45 
on ** medium, 50c.;. large..... 55 
‘** Prong,or Potato Hook (Fig. 20) 40 
*“ Acme Cultivating (Fig. 18), 
4% in., 2 prong ea 0) 
1 prong (Fig. 22) 40 
Hoe and Rake, Combined (Fis. 19) 
ASTCEUD OO Cs MOMUCE Leer setcrertete- ence 5 
Horse-Radish Grater. With Per- 
forated Tin Cylinder:....:..../.5.0..2... 6.00 
With Wooden Cylinder, studded 
Steeli pins striae sie asic certeres este 7.00 
Hose Menders (postage, extra, 10c. 
doz.), 4 in., 5c. each; per doz., 
SOcseiein sce each; per doz.....:.. 75 
Hose Menders, Hudson’s. Price, 
per box of 6 tubes, 20 bands and 
1 pair of pliers, 75c. (or by mail, 
$1.00). (Give sizeofhose.) Tubes, 
in., 2c.; 84 in., 3c.; Lin.,4c. each. 
Is, 20c. per doz. Pliers 
DY MALU... cen 35 
Hose Nozzle, br 
and stop-cock (postage, 
OXOLS) SAID uOCs tLe Me eeecstsersteee 85 
Hose Nozzle, Graduating, spr: 
and stream (postage, 5c. extra), %4 
int; 5 Oc5 iin eecsieeccectsctcscsccsescete 60 
The ‘‘Numyr.’’ A splendid new 
nozzle, making a fan-shapedspray 
as fine as mist. Can be regulated 
to any degree of coarseness, or will 
throw a straight stream. All 
changes by simply turning athumb 
screw. Price for %4 in. hose, 50c. 
each (postage, 5c.eachextra);1in. 60 


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Price. 
Hose Nozzle, ‘‘Bordeaux.’’ The 
best spraying Nozzle. Price, for 
either 4% in. pipe or Min. hose 


(postage, 5C. CXGTA).........-0...,e00e0ee 75 
Hose Nozzle, Child’s ‘‘Rain- 
maker,’’ 75c.; mailed...........-.....- 80 


Hose Nozzle Holder, 25c.; mailed.. 30 
Hose Couplers, ‘‘Gightning.”’ 
(Mailed free.) (State if wanted to 
replace old couplings, or to be at- 
tachedtothem.) Persetof 2 pieces 
for % in. hose, 30c. Faucet at- 
tachment) extran--e-sse eee 15 
Hose Reducer, 1in.to in. (mailed 


BRT pate eae ACHES So DEEL A eS 30 

Hose, Siamese, %4 in., 75c.; mailed.. 85 
56 a 1 in., 85¢.; mailed:. 95 

Hot-Beds, Mats. Straw. 

3x6 ft., $14.00 doz............ each, 1.25 

GixiG it 22: OOM a eeceee. ES 220.0) 
Hot-Bed Mats, Burlap. Lined 

with wool and cotton waste, 6144x 

6% ft., $15.00 doz..............: each, 1.50 
Knives, Budding, ivory handles 

(postage free). 

Straight blade, long handle......... 1.00 

fs short ‘“ Ss 

Round $$ eurved ‘' 

Knives, Pruning, stag handles 


(postage free), medium size, 75c.; 
large size, 85c.; double-bladed...... 1.00 
Knives, Asparagus, 35¢.; mailed.. 
mepela i Permanent,” zinc, 50c. doz.; 
oSea nana oat ne See ene 3. 
(QNASRIEIH or ae 15c. bottle.) 
Labels, Wooden. Garden labels are 
put up in packages of 100; pot, 
Plant and tree labels in packages 


of 500. 
Labels— Plain, Painted. 
Garden, 8 in.,per100 40 50 
§ ale 50 60 
Pot, 4 * per1,000 50 75 
ee Byes G 75 
se 6 “ec (8) 
Wired, BY “ 50 
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Mole Trap, Reddick’s 
Pencils, Label, indelible bla 


5c. each; per doz. (postage free).. 50 
Picks; handledS:2 ee eee Tis) 
Plant Protectors, of waterproof 


paper; will last for years. 
Cone-shaped, forindividual plants. 
Per doz. 


“Pot Lia, ” or Hill Protectors, 
for vines and seedlings in masses. 
Per doz. Per 100. 
10 inch diameter........ Be 3.75 
14 a borac000 5.50 
Plant Sprinklers, Rubber, 
straightneck (postage, 1c. each 
extra), 602.,45¢.; 80z.,55¢.;100z. 
Angle neck (postage, l0c. extra), 
6'0z., 50¢:;8 0z., 65c.; 10 oz:2...... 75 
Protecting Cloth. Samples and cir- 
eular ™mé jailed on application. 


Heavy Grade, per yd., 12c. (post- 
age, 6c. yd. extra); per piece of 40 
VidSiocorsccnssrccesssuscasterrencemecerneoseeencone 4.50 


Medium Grade, best for general 
purposes, per yd., 10c. (postage, 
5c. yd. extra); per piece of 50 yds.4.2: 

Putty Bulb, Rubber, for glazing, 
SOO mates... ssc. secr cn scepettereresors 1.10 

Pruners, Waters’s Tree, 4ft., 75c.; 
6 ft.,85c¢.; 8 ft.,$1.00; 10ft.,$1.15; 
12ift., $1.25; extra knives, each... 


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Price. Each. Perdoz. Per 100. 
Pruners, Telegraph Tree. With- ALOT... seccesee cases 7c. 75 5.00 


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OIWU 0X0) Cysepennponnohescecondcocenococoonbea 60 1.00 eS, UG. chee OCs 1.00 6.50 
Raphia, for tying, per lb.. co. alis} ee rcnenontineccoca 14c. 1.50 10.00 
Reels, for garden lines..................05. 50 kee solid brass, Price, 
Rakes, Steel Garden, 6 teeth, 30c.; No. A. Barrel, 12 incheslong. 1 
8 teeth, 35c.; 10 teeth, 40c.; spray and 1 stream rose............. 2.00 
12 teeth, 45c.; 14 teeth, 50c.; No.2. Barrel, 13% inches long. 
NG Hteethinewsvensateccecarccecek . 55 1 coarse and 1 fine spray and 1 
a Short Tooth, 12 teeth, 45c.; streambrose st Pe 3.50 
14 teeth, 50c.; 16 teeth........ 55 No. 10. Barrel, 18 inches long. 
ss Steel Bow, best and most 1 coarse and 1 fine spray and 1 
durable, 12 teeth, 50c.; 13 stream rose with patent valves 
teeth, 55¢.; 15 teeth............. 60 and elbow joint............-.::csceeseeeee 5.50 
ss Wooden, Hay, 3 bow, 12 No.11. Same as No. 10, without 
WSSU Reccdcoboncnbopwadnon6so0a90G3500008 nO) AEN el Pen secee CEB CREB COU cCORceoc CECE EEREE ORG 4.50 
ss Lawn. (See page 188.) No. G. Barrel, 16 incheslong. 1 
— Saw, Pruning, double edge, 16 in., spray and 1 stream rose and 
RUBBER PLANT 60¢c.; 18 in., 70c.; 20 in......... 80 elbow joint....... Ts cevevaseetee et ieeen annette 4.00 
\ SPRINELERS, Saw, Pruning, and Chisel............ 90 No. H. Barrel, 18 inches long 
ANY | 2p Sash, Hot Bed, Unglazed, 3x 6it., (sheet brass). 1 stream rose...... 2.25 
_ == \\ \ ff Ry using 6x8 glass,each, 80c.; doz., 9.00] Syringe Vaporizer. Zinc, for ap- 
\S {| | offft| zt Scythes, Lawn, broad blades........ 1.25 plying fluid insecticides or fungi- 
— <0 ie Grass, severallengths....... 75 (HGS) Sna00 Saco ponccononceESoHNBOBSoEdN 300009 1.00 
Azle AN ‘« Bush, short blades... 75|Thermometers. All tested. (Not 
i] iil l ww A ae Snath (handle) .... Bee TSS mailable.) 
t) Scythe Stone, round, 10c.; mailed. 20| Siexe’s Heat and Cold Regis- 
=) ne se flat, 5¢.; mailed....... 15 tering. (Fig. 71).........cccce 
Af iy ie “Rifle, 10c.; mailed.............. 15| Greenhouse Distance ec 
aH ad i Scissors, Flower Picking, 75c.; Parlor. Boxwood, metalseale.... 50 
i ! NEWT 0 [odoacabeasovadeeoons Mees 80 Ebony (Fig.70). Porcelain scale, 
| £6 Grape Thinning, 65c.; red spirits, 8 in., $1.00; 10in..... 1.50], 
TN AUCA ih ena 70 Plate Glass. With brass sup- { 
Shears, Ladies’ Light Pruning, porters, 8 in., $1.50; 10 in......... 1.75 
Tinch, 75¢c.; mailed......... 85 Japanned Tin Cases (Fig. 69). 
of Pruning, solid steel (post- (Not guaranteed) Tin., 15¢.; 8 
age, 10c. each extra), T% in., 20c.; 10 in., 25c.; 12 in......... 30 eet ha 
inch, 80c.; 8% inch, 90c.; Hot Bed and Mushroom Bed Soe A enNeHe i oRENGH ” 
OYA TO) Nocecaosadesoesboscocdacc0an 1.00 (Fig. 72)......... < 
“s Pruning, malleable, with Tree Scraper, 8 
steel blades, 8 inch, 50c.; Tomato Support. 
TAI pecrtee nono stocnencerst tes 60 iron, 20c. each; per doz 
at Levin’s Improved, me- Tree Tubs, Cedar. Green outside. 
dium size, 60c.; mailed.... 70|No. Outside Diam. Length of Stave. 
fullsize, 75c.; mailed....... 85] 0 27 inches.........24 inches 6.00 4 
cB Hed, Sin. blade.......... me 22 es -00 aI 
66 ease, 9in. “ : oS 3 4.50 q = =| 
se Go FO) fing ces : os Pt 4.00 m4 { 44 
“ « = a 
(with notch, to cut branches, 25c. extra.) 5, 50 \ ie Fa ° 
Shears, Lopping, forlimbsof trees, 2.0 ‘ 5 75 \ | 1 Ag 
Shovels, smooth back.............:.0005 75 ell a oa 25 
ag Ames’s extra qual., No.2. 1.25 aro s 00 
0G round point, No.2 size...... 75 | 9. PA Be sa i) 
Spades, smooth back, No. 2size..... 75 | Trowels, ordinary (postageextra, 
oe Ames’s extra quality,No.2, 1.25 oe each), 5 in., 10c.; 6 in., 15¢.; ak 
; ines Bs daicdes dete ee eaaracc ote sees ents 2 
Stakes, Round reenita peri can Trowels, solid steel (postage ex- 
25e. 1.75 tra, 5c. each), 5 in., 40¢c.; 6 in., 
50c. 3.50 UBT OHR YAN Ne ocgsacet noo: CoOSeOE LE DOS oscoeaO 50 
75e. 5.00 | Trowels, Cleves’s Angle. Small 
90c. 6.50 size, 20c.; mailed, 25c.; large size, 
g. 30c.; mailed 35 
Each. Perdoz. Per 100. | Watering Pots, galvanized iron, 6 
25¢ qt 5c WSiiqt: 90c:- lO ats 
400. $1.00; 12 qt., $1.25; 16 qt........ 1.50 
= 50e. Watering Pots, French, 6 qt..... . 1.50 
Hi 5s ; 65¢ ge se a Statens 1.75 
| | 6 « - 80e. ne Watering Pots, ‘‘Common Sense,’ 
ih Stakes or Dahlia Poles. Round 2 qt., 75c.; 4 qt., $1.00; 6 qt...... 1.25 
ul green, fancy turned, white tops. Weeders, Excelsior, 10c.; mailed, 15 
Each. Per doz. Per 100. Me 3-cornered, 20c.; mailed, 25 
DMCOGS acsessesscesees 8e. 30 2.00 si Hazeltine’s, 20c.; mailed, 25 
63 00 pcanoodcond Soedo wakes 50 3.50 ne Jenning’s, 15c.; mailed.... 0 


E DELIVER TOOLS and REQUISITES free to Express or Freight Office in 
New York, BUT PURGHASER PAYS TRANSIT GHARGES. 


Such articles as are mailable are indicated by ‘‘ postage extra, etc.” 


: ay 
LIGHTNING HOSE COUPLERS, 


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184 


New No.5 © 
Seeder.... EX. 


Hand- SEEDERS and 
Power CULTIVATORS 


Planet Jr. 


This beau- SSS, 


winter tiol,, NR New No. 5 ENRR RS 
will be a delight- SS 
ful surprise to every Xs Seeder eece 


gardener who tries it. 

It dropsat5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 

24 and 48 inches apart or sows 
in a continuous row all kinds 
of garden seeds from the smallest 
up to beans and corn. Can be 
changed from hill to drill or from 
one distance to another quickly, 
and withoutany changing of bolts; 
a clear index with brass screw reg- 
uiator and quick cut-off is conven- 
iently at the top of the handle. 
tt is unusually large, holding 
three quarts, yet very light run- 
ning, simple, strong and durable. 
It will sow a single paperof seed 
or drop itin hillsaccurately, tothe == 

very last grain. Ina word, no seeder has ever been made that compares with this 
newly perfected No. 6 “ Planet Jr.”—the 1897 surprise. (See cut.) Price, $12.00. 


S No. 4 Combined Hill Dropping Seeder 


and aM Hoe, Cultivator, Rake and Plow. 


SN Asa drillit differs from the No.5 offered above in 
\ smaller capacity, holding three pints, and it drops 
N at only 6, 9,12, 18 and 36 inches. The index is 
accurate and plain, though being a combined 
tool it is not placed at the top of the handle. 
The drillis quickly detached and the tool 
frame substituted. It then becomes a 
most admirable Single Wheel Hoe. Has 
a fine garden plow, two new-style 
hoes, three new-form culti- 
vating rakes, to fit 6, 9and 12 
inch rows, 
and by using 
two at once, 
14 and 16 
inch rows; 
and a prac- 
tical leaf 
guard. 
Price, 
complete, 
As a drill only, $7.00, $10.00. 


No. 2 Continuous Row Seed Drill. 


This tool is used the 
world over, andisagreat [ 
favorite. Itholdstwoand & 
one-half quartsandsows ! 
in a continuous row all 
garden seeds. It opens 
the furrow, sows, covy- 
ers and rolls the seed 
and marks the next row 
at one operation. It 
sows in an even, regu- 
lar stream, whether 
there is much or little 
in the hopper. The ma- 
chine is extremely sim- 
ple; having no agitators, = 
belts or gearing, the seed cannot be injured, evenif sprouted. Price, $6.50. 

e e 
No. 1 Continuous Row Seed Drill COMBINED WITH HOEING 
As a seed sower it is identical with the No. 2, exceptin size, holding only one quart. 


It has a complete set of cultivating tools, viz.: 3 cultivator teeth, 2 flat hoes, one 
Plow, 2rakes. Price, $9.00. 


NEW FERTILIZER AND PEA DRILL. 
circular.) $12.00. 


Send for our Planet Jr. Catalogue, 
describing and illustrating a 

large variety of Hand and 

Horse Power Implements. 


No. 4 SEEDER, 
CULTIVATOR, &C. 


(Send for descriptive 


Double Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow. 


One man can do more and better work withit than six men 
with ordinary hoes. It will hoe, cultivate, pulverize or 
rake, hill or furrow. It willstraddle plants eighteen 
inches high, and finish rows from six to eighteen 
inches apart at one passage. The new frame per- 
mits the changing of attachments without removing 
the nuts. All the tools shown in the cut go with 
the machine for the price. The wheels are 
adjustable to make the work shallow or 
me deep as required, and to 
<= adapt the machine 
i\s C toall width rows, 
Segre. Price. $6.00. 
= i» \ Fire Fly 
Garden 
Plow 
forhand 
\ power. 


Price, 
$2.00. 


DOUBLE WHEEL 
HOE, CULTIVATOR AND 
PLOW. 


BME Send for our “Implement Catalogue,” "ATW AP aE RoR 


THE “ Case-Keeler” 


WE NN ror HAND rower. Seeder. 


THE KING OF SEEDING DEVICES.—An entirely new machine built on 
new principles, and guaranteed to do all claimed for it. 

It sows in a continuous row or plants in hills, 6, 12, 18 or 36 inches 
apart, as desired, and as fast as a Man can walk. 


It sows or 
plants, with ab- 
solute regularity, all 
Kinds of seeds, fine or 
coarse, without a break, 
scrape, split or bruise. It 
successfully handles 
beans, beet, cabbage, car- 
rot, celery, corn, lettuce, 
onions, parsnip, peas, sal- 
sify, spinach, turnip, etc., 
etc. It will plant cucum- 
ber and melon, scattering 
the seeds in each hill six 
inches if desired. F 

It sows or plants 
any desired depth, 
opens the furrow, drops 
the seed, covers it, rolls 
it and marks out the next 
row, all in one operation. x 

It is very durable and will last for years; the working parts, being 
of brass and cast zinc, will not rust. 

It is very simple—cannot get out of order. The changes can be made in 
half a minute and will be understood by a child. 

Price of Seeder, as shown in fig. 1, $9.00. 

Price of combined machine, which includes jig. 1 and 2 flat hoes, jig. 7; 3 
cultivator teeth, jig. 6; 2 rakes, jig. 5; 1 plow, jig. 4; $12.00 (weight, crated for 
shipment, 65 lbs.) 

The Seeder is entirely removed while the other tools are being used, thus 
doing away with the great disadvantages of all other combined machines. 


The “ Case-Keeler”” Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow, 
FOR HAND POWER. 


This Machine, for Hoeing, Cultivating and Hilling, is not surpassed 
by any implement made. The two flat hoes (jig. 7) work close to the plants and 
cut off all weeds. The three cultivator teeth (jig. 6) follow and loosen the 
soil two or three inches deep and pulverize it, or the cultivator teeth and hoes can 
be used separately if desired. The machine is also supplied with two rakes (jig. 5) 
for fine surface cultivating and leveling. The twoinfant plows (jig. 8) are for 
throwing earth either to or from the plants, as desired, and one large single 
plow (jig. 4), which will work from three to six inches deep, and is invaluable for 
hilling up, furrowing, etc. These attachments can be adjusted to different width= 
of rows and can be operated between two rows or be adjusted to straddle and work 
both sides of one row. 

The Leaf-arm pushes aside overhanging leaves, allowing the Cultivator to 
«« work close,” even when plants are large. 

The machine can be pushed at a moderate or fast walk, doing the work of six men 
with the customary tools, doing it better and with far greater ease. The 20-inch 
drive-wheel makes the machine easy to push. 

Price of ‘‘ Case-Keeler’’ Wheel Hoe, Cultivator and Plow, $8.00. 


Note.—The wheel and frame are exactly the same for both Seeder and cultivating and 
hoeing tools. If you purchase the Seeder alone, you can afterwards add any or all of the 
cultivating tools, or if you purchase the Wheel Hoe, etc., you can afterwards add the 
Seeder, at the undermentioned prices, viz. : 


Wheel, frame and handles......... $4.00 | Double infant plows.............. $1.00 

*-Case-Keeler” Seederattachment. 5.50 | Cultivator teeth, setof3.......... .75 

PlOWaeecisniosecieellsceicliiseciciceaeetel= 1.00 | Onion set Sower..................- -50 

Doublesrakesence es eciecccaaccmest -75 cc“ «covering steels.... .50 
oe MOES nee aiciisceetcialclelslciienaics 1.00 


Leaf-arm .......... selene eo. ASI 


Tools and Implements. “3pgE 


ESTABLIS! 


DEPARTMENT OF THE LAWN. 


185 


One of the best signs of the strides American horticulture is making these days, 
is found in the space and prominence leading seed houses give the different 
requisites used in the formation of the lawn. Take our own case for instance. 
It is scarcely fifteen years ago when a few lines in the back of the catalogue 
covered what we had to say about lawn grass seed, while lawn mowers received 
more display only because of the cuts necessary to show what they were like. 
To-day the department of the lawn is one of the most important of our business. 
While it would be absurd for any one to claim that this great development was 
entirely due to the special exploiting it may have received—tor, if the conditions 
had not existed, no amount of catalogue or other advertising would have availed 
—yet we can and do assert that we have hastened and developed the growth of 
this branch more than any other seed house in this country. Forin this, as in 
so many other branches of horticulture, we have been the pioneers. In our 
catalogue for 1887, we, for the first time, gave an entire page to lawn seed, half 


of which was a handsome view of a lawn, with the heading ‘A BEAUTIFUL 
LAWN,” with original cultural instructions, all of which in a year or two found 
their way into half the seed catalogues in the country. One direct result of our 
initiative was that a dealer in horticultural cuts found it worth his while to pub- 
lish a large catalogue of lawn views for use in seed catalogues. In this, as in so 
many other directions, we have led for many years, and the reason why 


... WE STILL HOLD OUR LEAD... 


is because that if it is at all possible, we supply in every department a better 
article than we furnished the year before—at any rate we allow no deterioration. 

Of nothing we sell is this rule of ours more pertinent than to that article now 
so universally known: The Hendersor. Lawn Grass Seed. 


The HENDERSON 


HAS BEARINGS 
THE LIGHTEST Working Mower Made. ... 


...- A 24inch cut pushes as easily as an 
. ++. ordinary Mower of only {6-inch cut. 


~--- INVENTION’S RIPEST FRUIT.... 


The Henderson Ball-bearing Lawn Mower is superior to all other Mowers in the following respects: 


HIGH 


BALL-BEARING (vies) Lawn Mower. 


eee e 
LIKE A BICYCLE. 


A LAWN may now be mown in nearly one- 
.«.«-e half the time, and then with less effort 
- +. than with old style narrow-cut Mowers. 


The axles of the revolving cutter, like the axles of 


a bicycle, work in ‘‘ ball-bearing’ journal boxes or cups, which reduces the friction enormously. These parts are made of the finest case-hardened steel, and will 
last for years, though we have provided against wear should there be any—so that any one, by simply loosening one screw and tightening another, can force the cup 


and balls higher up the cone-shaped ends of the revolving shaft, thereby taking up all possible wear. 
Our Mower is also built scientifically correct in other respects, resulting in a poenomenally light running Mower. 
Your gardener will not now complain about your Mower being ‘‘too large and a man-killer, 


to a hair. 
as a 16-inch cut old style Mower. 


This adjustment is so simple, yet positive, that it can be set 
A 24-inch cut pushes as easily 
” if you supply him with a 


“Henderson Ball-bearing Mower, even of wide cut. On the contrary, the gardeners to whom we sent 


ANANANNANN RERUN 


these Mowers last summer for testing were enthusiastic about them. 
A wide-cut Mower, in addition to doing the work a great deal quicker, lasts much longer than 
a narrower-cut Mower, for there is less wear; in other words, if it requires 100 times around with a 
12-inch Mower to cut a lawn, it will only take fifty times around to cut it with a 24-inch Mower. 
The ‘‘Henderson Ball-bearing”’ is strictly a high-class Mower; we, have not endeavored to make 
it ‘“‘cheap,” but the best we know how—from the highest quality of iron and stéel, which has enabled 
us to very materially reduce the weight. 
machine-trimmed, which insures trueness in fitting and smoothness in working, with no ir- 
regularities to wear off and leave rattle and play. The knives are of the finest steel an@ 
temper, being made especially for our Mowers by Loring Coes, long renowned as the maker 
of the finest, though most expensive, knives in America, 
razors, and will keep so if the under knife is kept tightened up to the revolving knives, 
for then the blades wear to the same bevel, and, in consequence, are self-sharpening. 
Simply bear in mind that a Lawn Mower, like a pair of shears, cuts by one blade rub- 
bing over another. With shears, if the blades are apart, they bend the cloth over and 
do not cut; with a Lawn Mower, if the blades are apart, they bend the grass over 
without cutting it, or pull it, loosening the roots. 


The castings are lathe-turned and bored, and the journals 


Our knives are sharp and cut like 


The remedy is the same in both 
cases—simply tighten up and bring the cutting blades together. With most 
Mowers this is a difficult operation, and hard to understand, but in our new Ball- 
bearing Mower we have 80 simplified this adjustment that even those 
ignorant of mechanics will have no trouble in always keeping our Mower in 
fine cutting order, and the lawn in uninjured condition. 

The Henderson Ball-bearing Mower has drive wheels 11 inches 
high, a large, open, non-clogging cylinder placed far enough back to pre- 
vent any ‘‘kicking up”’ of the Mower when it strikes heavy grass. The 
spiral of the knives is correctly proportioned to give a continuous cut, 
leaving the lawn as smooth as if shaved, entirely free from the corrugated 
surface left by other Mowers. The handles are braced and reinforced to 
prevent twisting aud breaking when one side of the Mower is held off the 
ground, and besides the handle is equipped with improved ‘“‘ grips,’”’ which 
keeps the hands in a natural position, gives more power, and is less tire- 
some than a continued grasp, with wrists twisted, on a horizontal grip. 

We wish to reiterate that our ‘‘ Henderson Ball-bearing’’ Mower is made 
without regard to cost—to be the best, most durable, and the easiest work- 
ing Mower on the market, and while the prices are necessarily a little higher 
than those of Mowers simply made to sell, yet in the end our Mower will 
prove much cheaper, aside from annoying delays and repairs experienced 
with cheap Mowers. 


PRICES OF THE 
HENDERSON BALL-BEARING LAWN MOWERS. 


Strictly net; no charge for packing or cartage. 


US "inch cnt acc--cceee $10.50 21-inch cut................00..... $12.50 
LS-inch (Cut... :. 2... c..ne-caees 


Note.—The 24-inch cut renders it unnecessary for us longer to make the 
small size horse Mowers. It will be found very useful on large lawns, even 
if you have a horse Mower, as there are often times when the ground is tom 
moist and soft to work a horse over it without marring the surface. 


Tie “Henderson” 
Horse Lawn Mower. 


THE LATEST AND BEST. 


Side draught keeps horse off 
uncut grass. 


Knives can be raised or 
lowered instantly. 


This is the best horse-power mower 
manufactured, simple in construc- 
tion, very durable, nothing but the 
very best steel and iron is put in it. 
It is quickly adjusted to cut high or 
low, and the arrangement for throw- 
ing in and out of gear and for rais- 
ing the knives when passing over 
stones, rough places or roads is 
operated from the seat. The side 
draught keeps the horse on the cut 
grass and prevents trampling down 
that which is to be mown. The revolving knives are “‘high speeded,’’ making a continuous cut and leaving the surface of the lawn as smooth as yelvet. We 
make it only in one size, 36-inch cut, which we have found from our long experience with lawn affairs to be the best size for horse power. If you want a 
narrower cut, we advise you to get our 24-inch cut Henderson Ball-Bearing High Wheel Hand-Power Mower, offered on page 185. This latter machine will 
be found very useful, even if you have a horse machine, as often when the ground is moist and soft it would mar it to work a horse on it. 


yaice for the Henderson Horse Lawn Mower, 36-inch cut, complete with seat, shaft and side draught, $65.00. (Strictly net; no charge for cartage 
or boxing.) | 


IMPROVED ({étauiy} HORSE BOOTS. 


To Prevent Horses from Sinking in Damp or Soft Ground. 
$9.00 per set of four. 


UNIVERSAL ence LAWN MOWER. 


For the benefit of those who want a low-price mower, and for those who have but little 
-zrass to cut, we, this season, are offering the best cheap mower made. While the prices are 
as low as ‘‘department store’”’ prices, yet this mower will be found much better, both in 
quality of knives and quality of work. These mowers, of course, do not compare with our 
Henderson High Wheel Ball-Bearing Mower, either in perfection of work, durability, nor ease 
of operation; yet, for a low-price mower they are superior to most others on the market. 


Prices of Universal Low-Price Lawn Mowers: 
(Strictly net; no charge for cartage or packing.) 


UOsnchneutserescrercces ss $2.50 | 14-inch cut.................. $3.00 | S-inchicute eee $3.75 
De OO ee ence ars 2.75 |16- ‘* SO Nea OCOEREE EES 3.25 


ermgisttzy NENDERSON'S EASY BORDER MOWER. 


Especially designed to cut the grass on borders—the narrow strips of sod, sometimes 
VD) only a few inches wide—between flower beds and walks, where aside-wheel mower would have 
one wheel down in the gutter, and, in consequence, the mower would cut into the sod. In 
our Border Mower a large light cylinder extends the full width of the mower and prevents 
and keeps the machine level with the surface and does perfect work. This machine is also 
useful for regular lawn work. It is very light-running, and will give thorough satis- 
action. 


Prices for Henderson’s Easy Border 
Mowers: 

(Strictly net; no charge for boxing or 

cartage.) 


H 
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Gi ED 


= a ne de : 
This is an export mower, made in the United States, especially for the British Golf Links, and is 
made according to their designs. A great number are in use over there, and the replies to our 
inquiries indicate that they give thorough satisfaction. Our criticism of the mower was that it 
ran alittle heavy, but, as the manufacturer states, ‘‘this mower is made to do the finest kind of 
work, the revolving cutter has five blades and is speeded very high, making a close clip.” The 
small front roller and back open cylinder, both extending clear across the machine, keep it per- 
fectly level, leaving a smooth and even surface. The height of cut can be regulated to suit: 
Prices of the English Golf Mowers (strictly net; no charge for boxing or cartage): 
AOANCHICUE sc sescserercccsesss: $7.00 | 14-inch cut..................... $9.00 | 18-inch cut................ eee $11.00 
TP 00.7), 00 nicactonbanoasuooeUaS 8500) 16 ee 10100)! 20 = ee er rraretecareereces 12.00 
24-inch cut, for two men............ $15.00. 


= : 187 
J-—=3 WATER BALLAST ROLLER. 


Made of Rolled Sheet Steel. Weighs only 280 Ibs. Loads 
up to 600 Ibs. Made Scientifically Correct. Draft 20 per 
cent Lighter than any other Roller of Equal Size. 


The advantages of a Roller, the weight of which can be increased or lightened at pleasure, 
can searcely be overestimated. Often on light or sandy soil, or on newly-made lawns, or in 
early spring when the ground is moist, or after a rainy spell, a lighter weight Roller is a 
necessity ; then on thick sward or on hard soil, on walks and roads, a heavy Roller is needed. 
With the Henderson Water Ballast Roller one can secure any weight desired, between 
280 and 600 pounds, by simply removing a thumbcap from each end and filling the two, 
hollow sections with as much water or sand as may be needed, which is easily and quickly 
done with a hose, or through a funnel; and the Roller is as quickly emptied. 
The inside being heavily galvanized, it will last for years. 

But the Henderson Water Ballast Roller has other important merits: As 
a larger diameter lightens the draft, our roller drums, being of cold rolled 
sheet steel, are made twenty-four inches in diameter (six feet circumference), 
and are still lighter than cast-iron drums twenty inches in diameter (five feet 
circumference); in consequence, the Henderson Water Ballast Roller pulls fully 
twenty per cent easier than a cast-iron Roller of equal weight, and being in 
two sections, it handles easily and turns without rubbing the grass. The 
superior:ty of our Roller is especially pronounced when rolling moist, pliable 
ground, when rolling is most effective, as the steel drums are smooth and 
will not gather soil or grass, and besides there is no danger of a stone punch- 
ing a hole through the face, as sometimes happens with cast Rollers. The 
axles are steel shafting working in lathe-bored journals, making the Roller 
almost noiseless; the handle is counterbalanced and stands erect when not in use; the ends are handsomely finished in red and gold; the sections fit closely and are 
perfectly round—in fact, it is a perfect Roller, and does perfect work on lawns, tennis courts, golf grounds, roads, walks,etc. (See cut.) Price, Henderson’s Water 
Ballast Steel Roller, twenty-four inches wide in two sections, twenty-four inch diameter, weighing 280 lbs., 
loads to 600 lbs., $25.00. 


HENDERSON’S LOW-PRICED CAST-IRON HAND ROLLER. 


For use on the lawn, a ‘“‘ Two Section’’ Roller is usually chosen, as it can be turned without injuring the grass. ‘‘ One 
Section”’ Rollers will be preferable for walks, tennis courts, ete., as they leave no mark. About 300 Ibs. is the weight 
chosen for one-man power for lawns. The handles of our Rollers are weighted so they always keep up from the ground, 
clean and out of the way. Our new Steel Lawn Rollers are the best, but if a cheaper Roller is wanted, our ‘‘Cast-Iron”’ 
will give good satisfaction. (See cut.) 


No.1. Diameter 15 inches, length 15 inches in 2 pg bpsoncadonsecouooeGnocadoCansosoaceeca Net Price, $5.50 
No. 2. ¥ 20 ss cs 16 ss 2 : OG ano6 noe R 9.00 
No. 3. fs 20 5S a 20 1 baa OY 10,00 
No. 4. ~ 20 SS 7. 24- 3 a 12.00 
No. 5. a 24 es ‘ 24 ‘ 3 St 16.00 © 
No. 6. iG 24 St sf 32 y 4 20.00 
No. 7. 5 28 sf 24 3 20.00 
No. 8. £s 28 5S GH 32 a 4 : ve 25.00 


Horse Lawn Rollers and Field and Road Rollers. Descriptive Price List mailed on application. 


Henperson’s “MODEL” HAND LAWN SWEEPER. 


Designed for use on lawns, small parks, tennis courts, etc. The brush revolves very rapidly. 
throwing the litter backward from its under surface. Immediately behind the brush, and parallel 
with it, a thin shoe passes along over the ground, with its upper surface inclined. 

The operation involves the principle of ‘‘dust-pan and broom.”’ In addition to 
this, the revolving brush creates a strong current of air that blows the litter back 


5 into the rear of the hopper. If sticks, stones or leaves are encountered, the shoe 
Henderson’s does not allow them to pass under it, but provides a passage 
«© MODEL” over it into the hopper. 


The revolving brush is pressed against the ground, allowing 
the machine to be used on clipped and unclipped lawns, over 
rough or smooth ground. The machine does nice, clean work. 
It does not tear the sod nor dig up the earth like a rake, but 
leaves the grass clean and velvety. The hopper can be dumped 
or taken out and emptied. It takes only a few minutes to go 
over alargelawn. (See cut.) 

The machine weighs twenty-eight lbs., is twenty-five inches 
wide, twenty-one inch brush. Price, $10.00. 


HAND LAWN 
SWEEPER. 


SEND FOR CIRCULARS OF 


FERTILIZER DISTRIBUTORS. For top-dressing lawns. 
SOD CUTTERS. For rapid and perfect work. 
T ill al 
ijl 


il eo LAWN GRADERS. For surfacing new grounds. 
PHILADELPHIA HORSE LAWN SWEEPER. #= 5 i iano 
CHa eee ee eee ene gut stopping. 1Sreepe Sarees Cee ue 


The sweeper gives you a perfect lawn as soon as the sweeping is finished, instead of looking gray for 


7 i to the withered cut grass. : 
ae eee and jean mower are run in opposite directions, the lawn will be the same shade of color 


all over. Price, $770.00. 


HV HM Dorner 


“PLANET JR.” LAWN AND TURF EDGER. 


This li i turf around the edges of the flower beds, walks, roads, etc. The revolving 
Fatier Tee ork either on a curyed ee straight border, edging Cae eal En ie tne correct 
angle, ard at the speed of a mile an hour, while the hoe cleans the bottom of yal vey 
removed if desired. It is invaluable in giving a finished appearance to the lawn. (See cut.) 

Price, complete, $5.00; weight, twenty-six Ibs. 


FOR FARM 
SEND (2 NEW IMPLEMENT GATALOGUE nusit33it2's3-t2%cate IMPLEMENTS and TOOLS *°'sxD'caroes. 


= —— = —> —_ 
THE ‘‘PLANET Jht.’’ LAWN AND TURF EDGER. 


Dy, 
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MAILED FREE! 


THE HENDERSON LAWN SPRINKLER, 


\Border Knive, ‘(Half Moon.’’ i 
f (See cut.) For straightening sod.............50¢. 
Combination Border Knife and Scuffle 


Hoe. Can be quickly set to either edge turf 
or hoe walks, handled. (See cut.) 6%-inch 
blade, 60c.; 9-inch blade, 75c. 

Revolving Blade Border Knife. Works 
rapidly, handled. (See cut.)..-................$1.00 


Broom-Push-with-Scraper Hoe. 16in. wide, 
for sweeping lawns, scraping walks, ete., $1.00 
Cart, Lawn and Garden. Very useful for re- 
moving leaves, litter, and many other purposes. 
Box 3 ft. 10 in. long x 21 in. wide x 15 in. 
deep. Wheels 32 in. diam.................--..--$8.00 
Fertilizer Distributer. For broadcasting 
and top-dressing with commercial fertilizers, 
ashes,etc. Hand Machine, capacity 120 lbs., 
$20.00; coarse feed roller for stable manure, 


SHEARS. 


BEV OUNG $4.00 extra. 
ING Grass Hooks (Sickles). (See cut.) Standard 
BORDER) quality,25c.; extra quality, 50c.; riveted backs, 


KNIFE. very light, thin andstrong; extra quality, 60c. 
Lawn Grader. For levelling lawns, parks, 
driveways, etc., 542-foot blade, for 2 horses, 


$48.00. 


Lawn Sprinklers. 


Henderson 4-Arm Revolving. (See cut.) 
Can be placed anywhere on the lawn and be 
moved at pleasure, acts as a fountain and 
thoroughly saturates the ground 60 to 100 
it. in circumference. Price, for 4-arm, $2.75; 
POT AN SALI i... -cs.ccscceecwocencnesoeessnene-seessee= $3. 5 

Ball and Basket attachment, Extra, $2.50. 

Common Sense. One of the best; no revolving 
parts to get out of order. (See cut.)...... $1. 

Water Witch. With spur to stick in the 
ground, 75c.; or by mail ..85e, 

Water Witch, on stand (not mailable)...$1,25 

Bonnett’s Arc. Will sprinkle either a full circle 


EDGING 
SHEARS. 


SVT py RELL 


GRASS SHEARS. 


Our Implement Gatalogue 


which describes and illustrates many other Lawn Essen- 
tials and Farm and Garden Implements and Tools. 


Miscellaneous Lawn Essentials. 


or half circle; with spur to stick inthe ground, 
$1.50; or by mail 1.65 
Comet. 3-arm revolving, with hose nozzle at- 
tachment; will sprinkle an area four times 
greater than any other sprinkler ............$5.00 ; 


COMBINATION BORDER KNIFE. 


YON'S «sig Lawn Feeder. 


It is a neat device, attached 
to the hose nozzle, which dis- 
solves astick of concentrated 
fertilizer, diffusing it through 
as much water as will pass 
through garden hose ip 
about one hour. Will give 
perceptible results after one 
week’s use on your lawn or 
flower beds. Complete out- 
fit, consisting of one holder 
and12 of the food cartridges, 
prepaid, to any address on 
receipt of $1.00. 


Extra Food Cartridges, in 
boxes of 24, for 50c¢., or prepaid 
75e. 


SEND FOR IT! 


Lawn Sprinkler Carriage. The carriage 
enables the sprinkler, having a spur to stick in 
the ground, to be moved without shutting off 


theswatery SP ricetec cr. ees 75c. each. 
Lawn Rake. Wooden 38-bow, 24 teeth, 
selected stock, varnished................22--ssceeee 30c. 


Lawn Rake, Automatic Self-Cleaning. 
(See cut.) A backward motion of the opera- 
tor will clean all the teeth at once. Made of 
best hickory. Price, 26 teeth, 80c. each; 38 
teeth S12 00595 2itteeth!s..--c2.., csesseesereseres DLO, 

Lawn Rake, Reversible, Steel. Steel, 
heavily tinned. The arched teeth for leaves 
and the opposite side for cut grass. Twenty- 
four teeth closely set in a21-inch head. Price, 
50c. each, or with wheel on each end, 75c. each. 

Lawn Umbrella. 8 feet in diameter, alternate 
stripes of bright colors, with strong pole that 


(See cut.) 
broad blades. 32, 34, 36 or 38 inches long, 
$1.25 each; handles or snaths, extra, 75c. ea. 

Lawn Shears. (See cut.) With two wheels, 


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Grass or Sheep Shears. (Seecut.) Long 
blades, 7 inch, with curved handle to prevent 
rubbing knuckles on the ground.............$1.00 
Grass Edging Shears. (Seecut.) To trim 
overhanging grass around edges of walks, etc. 
With 9-inch blade, $2.25; with wheel..... $2.75 
Settees, ‘‘The Elegant,’”’ the most comfort- 
able and best seat made. 5 feet long, $9.00; 
6 feet long, $10.00; 7 feet long............ $12.50 
Withsawnings....0.2.2ce ee $12.00 extra. 
“The Park.’’ A popularsettee, 314 feet, $3.65; 
4Y% feet, $4.00; 51% feet...........ceeceeeeeeeeees $4.50 
Weeding Gouge—The Cane. (Seecut.) Re- 
moves weeds without marring surface of 


Weed Cutter, Chisel Blade. With foot press, 
handled, for cutting off roots of weeds below 
the surface. (See cut.) ......c.ccccccseseneneseeencn 50c. 


HENDERSON’S 


Fluid Weed Destrouer. 


Destroys weeds, moss, grass 
in garden walks and carriage 
drives, thus saving labor in 
hoeing,etc. Mix with water 
and apply with a watering 
can. Four gallons mixed 
with a hundred gallons of 
water will cover an area of 
about 50 yards square. 
Full directions for use with 
each package. 
Quart Can, sufficient to 
make 6 gallons of liquid, 50c. 


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A clean, portable and conyenient lawn dressing which we have found to be never-failing in inducing 
a rapid and rich green growth. It should be sown broadcast in the spring or fall, though it can be put 
on during the summer without injury or danger of burning the grass, and a remarkable improvement 
will soon be observed. It is in every way more desirable than manure, which is so often full of weed 
seeds. ‘The use of ‘‘ Henderson Lawn Enricher”’ entirely does away with the old practice of top-dressing 
lawns withstable manure, which was so objectionable on account of unsightliness and disagreeable odors. 


A 10-Ib. package is sufficient to go over an area of 300 square feet, or for forming a new lawn, from 1,000 to 1,500 Ibs. per acre, or a smaller 


Quantity Required. 
old one. PRICE, 5-lb. pack., 30c.; 10-lb. pack., 50c.; 25-lb. bag, $1.25; 50-lb. bag, $2.00; 100-lb. bag, $3.75; per ton of 2,000 Ibs., 360. 


quantity for renovating an 


FOR SPECIAL SITUATIONS. 


Terraces and Embankments, Shady Situations, 
Golf Links, Hot, Dry Sections. 
Toe Special Mixtures here offered have been prepared with a view to over- 


coming difficulties that have hitherto existed in getting grass to grow on 
steep slopes, in the shade, etc., where the grasses ordinarily used would 
not succeed. 

The grasses we use in these mixtures are peculiarly adapted for the purpose, 
and will thrive in the situations and under the conditions for which they have 
been prepared, but the more effectually to overcome the difficulties, the ground 
should be thoroughly prepared and a rapid growth of the grasses encouraged 
by a liberal use of fertilizer or well-rotted stable manure. Ground that has been 
densely shaded by trees is frequently “sour,” and if the drainage is defective it 
is apt to be covered with moss. In such eases an application of lime, land 
plaster or wood ashes is an excellent corrective and sweetener, but the moss should 
be first removed by the use of a sharp rake. 


HENDERSON’S “SHADY NOOK” 
LAWN GRASS. 


On nearly all lawns there are unsightly 
bare spots under the shade of trees, which 
have baffled all efforts to get into grass, but 
with this mixture there need be no further 
difficulty. : 

It is a combination of fine, dwarf-growing, 
evergreen varieties, which in their wild or 
natural state are to be found growing in the 
woods or other sheltered and shaded spots. 


Price, 35c. qt., $2.00 pk., $7.00 bush. 


(if by mail, add at the rate of 5c. per qt. for 
postage. 


SPECIAL MIXTURES. 


Besides the Lawn Mixtures offered 
on this page, we shall at all times 
be pleased to make up mixtures 
for special requirements and 
situations. 

We have made grasses a 
special study, and invite cor- 
respondence on the subject, 
and are always glad to ad- 
vise, so far as lies in our 
power, how to secure the 
desired results and the best 
methods of overcoming 
weeds and coarse grasses in 
lawns. 

Our pamphlet, ‘“‘How To 
Make a Lawn,”’ is enclosed 
in every package, or sent free 
to applicants. 


HENDERSON’S 


“SUNNY SOUTH” 
LAWN GRASS. 


Is especially prepared 
for the South or for very 
dry sections, and contains 
all the best grasses that 
are by nature adapted for 
hot, dry situations. In the 
Southern States Bermuda 
grass is frequently used, 
but it remains green only 
in the summer months, 
turning brown in winter, 
while most of the Nor- 
thern grasses perish in 
the heats and droughts of summer. 

By using this mixture, and with some care and attention, 
an all-the-year-round lawn can be maintained. 
Price, 35c. qt., $2.00 pk., $7.00 bush. 
(If by mail, add at the rate of 5c. per qt. for postage.) 


HENDERSON’S “TERRACE SOD” 
LAWN GRASS. 


A special mixture of grasses best suited for sowing on 
terraces, railroad embankments and side hills—grasses 
that produce strong, spreading roots, thus preventing 
heavy rains from washing them out; that will withstand 
drought and exposure, thrive on shallow soils, and at the 
same time produce a rich, velvety green turf throughout 
the season. There need be no fear of introducing coarse 
grasses into your lawn by sowing this mixture, for, though 
strong-rooted, the grasses are equally as fine as those used in the 
«‘Henderson”’ mixture. Price, 35c. qt., $2.00 pk., $7.00 bush, 
(if by mail, add at the rate of 5c. per gt. for postage.) 


HENDERSON’S “GOLF LINK” GRASS SEED. 


The bracing game of Golf has now become so deservedly popular here 
that many inquiries have reached us lately for a mixture of grasses that 
will produce a sward equal to those of the ‘‘GouFr Links” of Scotland. 

Last summer one of our representatives visited some of these Scotch 
Links, and after minutely examining them found that the close-cut sod 
of the Scotch ‘“‘ putting greens” can be duplicated here by using certain 
grasses adapted by nature to grow on light soils and sandy situations. 

While the outlying portions of the ‘‘ Links” can be seeded with less 
expensive grasses, the ‘‘putting greens” for about twenty yards 
around the ‘“‘holes”’ must be sown with the very finest grasses. 

For Putting Greens we can supply a special mixture of grasses. 

Price, 30c. qt., $1.75 pk., $6.00 bush. 
(ff by mail, add at the rate of 5c. per qt. for postage.) 
For the Outlying Grounds or Links proper we can supply a 


suitable mixture of grasses. 
Price, $2.50 bush.; 20 bushels and upward, $2.25 bush. 


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THE “HENDERSON” LAWN GRASS SEED will form a close, thick turf in a few 
weeks’ time, with no tendency to stool or grow in clumps. It roots deeply and withstands 


Lawn Grass Seed severe droughts without turning brown, maintaining its beautiful deep green color throughout. 
the season. We have made the formation of permanent lawns a study for years, and The Finest 
and obtain || Gawnsin this Country To-day were obtained by using The ‘‘Henderson” Lawn Grass 
i Seed, which is composed of various grasses that grow and flourish during different months of 

the year, so that a rich, deep green, velvety lawn is constantly maintained, rivaling the famous 


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Seed, the days of using sod, with all the attendant expense, would soon be over. 
In 6 to 8 weeks’ time! The beautiful lawns at the World’s Fair in Chicago we produced in six weeks’ time with 


the ‘‘ Henderson” Lawn Grass Seed. Not one of the charming features of the Exposition 

liaeethe ft “4 Was so universally admiredas our ‘setting of emerald velvet,” which, notwithstanding the long— 

\ / continued drought of the summer, retained its verdure throughout the entire season. Besides being 

PUREST, CLEANEST, AN the only lawn grass seed granted a medal, we exhibited the separate grasses used in the mix- 
——_————— = \\ ture, and received Seven Awards for superior quality and purity of samples. 

HEAVIEST THE ‘HENDERSON” LAWN GRASS SEED is, relatively speaking, the cheapest seed 

ne’ offered, because, while the lawn grass mixtures of other seedsmen will not average over 14 lbs. 


to the bushel, this weighs from 20 to 21 lbs. per measured bushel. 
Lawn Airass Seed Full Instructions of “HOW TO MAKE A LAWN” are given free with every package. 
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NO WEED SEEDS (We furnish it in large or small quantities to suit the pretentious lawn or the modest dooryard plot.) 
in the The quantity required for making new lawns is 5 bushels per acre, or for renovating old lawns, I to 2: 


bushels. For a plot 15x 20, or 300 square feet, I quart is required for new, or I pint for renovating old lawns.. 


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