1896

SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE. 77.

PANSIES. These little beauties need no extended description, as it would be hard to find even a child in the land whose heart has not been gladdened by their bright faces. Pansies like a moist, rather shady location and rich soil. Should be watered freely in dry weather. Seed started in February or March will produce early spring flowers. The largest flowers are always produced on plants which come into bloom in the autumn. Pansies are a specialty with us, and we use the greatest care in growing, selecting and importing the best strains of these universal favorites. All should try our new varieties. THE PEACOCK.--This fine new variety has been named the Peacock because the upper petals of the flower most nearly resemble, in color, the peculiar shade seen only in the feather of the peacock, a beautiful ultra-marine blue. The petals are edged with a thin white line, within which it is a purplish crimson, passing into a rich central blotch of deep blue, shading to black. The Gardeners' Magazine, (London, Eng.), says: "The coloring is truly delicious." Pkt. 10c. VAUTIER'S MAMMOTH PANSY.--This strain of enormous pansies has been raised and perfected for twenty years by Chas. H. Vautier, one of our most experienced growers. In size and perfect form they rival anything heretofore introduced. The flowers measure two and a half to four inches across, of most perfect form, circular in shape; the plants being bushy and compact, and flowering profusely. The colors are rich and varied, embracing all the fancy spotted and striped and self-colors. Don't fail to include this in your order. Pkt. 20c. FIRE KING.--This novelty comes almost absolutely true, scarcely a plant bearing flower at variance from the type, which is very distinct and striking. The three lower petals each have a large blotch of deep brown-red or magenta margined with yellow, while the upper petals are of a bright red, of a really fiery shade, warranting the name of Fire King. Pkt. 10c. CASSIER'S GIANT ODIER.--The flowers, of immense size, are of the popular Odier type, being all three-spotted or five-spotted on backgrounds of very rich colors. The flowers of the Cassier's are of good substance and fine form, while the plants are of neat, compact growth. Pkt. 20c. GIANT TRIMARDEAU.--An altogether distinct and beautiful class of pansy, the flowers of which are of very large size; some have measured four inches in diameter. Each flower is marked with three large blotches or spots, and stands well above the foliage. Choice mixed colors. Pkt. 15c. LORD BEACONSFIELD.--New, large flowers of deep purple violet, shading off in the petals to a white hue. Pkt. 10c. GOLDEN TRIMARDEAU.--Has the large size of the Giant Trimardeau, but is of a rich golden yellow. Remarkably handsome and showy variety. Pkt. 20c.

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MAMMOTH BUTTERFLY.--A strain of pansy which for variety and beauty has never been excelled. Of matchless forms, colors and markings, with flowers half as large again as ordinary pansies. They will both astonish and delight "pansy fanciers." There is a great variety of colors and peculiar markings, reminding one of the varied hues of the butterfly. Pkt. 15c. GIANT BUGNOT.--This is one of the finest strains of pansies in existence. The flowers are of enormous size, perfectly round, of great substance and of the most varied and attractive markings and colors; each petal bears a blotch that runs out in delicate veins to the edge of the petal. Pkt. 20c. CHOICE GERMAN MIXED.--Magnificent large velvety flowers of richest hues and colors. Pkt. 10c.

SNOW QUEEN.--Flowers of a delicate, pure, satiny white, handsome and attractive. Makes a fine showing in beds or for cut flower work, and beautiful for cemetery use. Pkt. 10c. GOLDEN YELLOW.--Best of the yellow varieties. Desirable as a contrast. Pkt. 5c. FAUST.--(King of the Blacks.) Jet black. Pkt. 5c. EMPEROR WILLIAM.--Ultra-marine blue. Pkt. 5c. ODIER OR BLOTCHED.--This superb large variety of pansies has been much improved. Pkt. 10c. BRONZE-COLORED.--Handsome. Pkt. 5c. AZURE-BLUE.--Very fine shade of sky-blue. Pkt. 5c. QUADRICOLOR.--New and distinct; fine. Pkt. 8c.

[image] MAMMOTH BUTTERFLY.

CHOICE LARGE FLOWERING MIXED.--Very fine. Pkt. 10c. FINE MIXED.--Choice varieties. Oz. $2.00, Pkt. 5c. INTERNATIONAL MIXED.--This mixture consists of a grand assortment from the world's leading growers. All colors and markings. Pkt. 25c. IOWA BEAUTY.--Of all varieties of pansies ever introduced this is certainly the finest. It contains a great number of varieties, all of which are beautifully marked, striped, or blotched with the handsomest and most delicately blended colors. Flowers are of rich, velvety substance and perfect shape. Pkt. 20c. VIOLET-SCENTED PANSY.--This new type is a cross between the pansy and the violet, combining the ideal properties of each. Flowers are much larger than the violet, more like pansies, but with the delicious fragrance of the former. Range of color runs through white, buff, canary and azure-blue, and the coloring of each is exceedingly delicate and charming. Admirers of the pansy and violet will be delighted with it. Pkt. 25c.

[image] IOWA BEAUTY.

Pansy Collection.--One pkt. each of the 23 varieties for $2.00.

78. IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA.

[image] BRILLIANT POPPY.

POPPIES. This grand old flower is fast gaining the universal popularity which it justly merits. Having for years been crowded out of our gardens by the swarms of new comers, and forgotten, it has, nevertheless, kept pace with the march of improvement, and now comes around and surprises us with its new forms, new sizes, new colors, and the dear old flower which our grandmothers loved so much, again occupies one of the first places in our gardens, and we are proud of it; and well we may be, for through June and July it stands without an equal, the showiest of all annuals. BRILLIANT.--It is a superior variety of strong, robust growth, from two to three feet high. The flowers have the petals fringed and present a variety of bright colors; these are pure white with a pink tinge, scarlet, rose, purple and other shades. The ends of the petals or fringes are of a deeper tint than the rest, and are so bright as to be almost dazzling to the eye. Unsurpassed for cutting, as they keep much longer than the ordinary poppy. Pkt. 10c.

[image] NEW "NANKEEN YELLOW" POPPY. 1/2 NAT. SIZE

ROSY MORN.--Flowers extremely double and of good size, forming perfect balls of a unique and beautiful shade of rose--an entirely new and distinct color in poppies. We consider this quite an acquisition. It is of the easiest possible culture, belonging to the annual paeony-flowered section, and merely requires to be sown where the plants are to flower. Pkt. 10c. THE SHIRLEY.--These exquisitely handsome new poppies have been exhibited in London and made quite a sensation in England. In color they run from the purest white through the most delicate shades of rose and pink and carmine to deepest crimson. Pkt. 5c. THE MIKADO.--Edges of petals are cut and fringed. Color is pure white at the back, whilst the fringed edges are a brilliant crimson. Pkt. 10c. DANEBROG.--(Danish Flag)--The peculiar forms and shades of color blend and again contrast in such a manner that the appearance of the whole is most striking and lovely. A large silvery-white blotch at the base of each petal, forming a white cross on scarlet ground. Pkt. 6c. FAIRY BLUSH.--The immense globular flowers are perfectly double and measure from ten to thirteen inches in circumference. The petals are elegantly fringed and pure white, except at the tips, where they are distinctly colored with rosy cream. Pkt. 10c. AMERICAN FLAG.--The new plant is a remarkably strong grower, well branched, flowers extra large, very double, snow-white with each petal bordered with scarlet; the foliage is a beautiful bluish green, which combination of colors suggested the name. The terminal point has a wider band than the sides, making it extremely showy, distinct from all others. Pkt. 10c.

[image] ROSY MORN POPPIES

PAPAVER UMBROSUM.--Flowers rich, glowing vermilion, with a deep, shining black spot on each petal. Pkt. 5c.

VESUVIUS.--Very brilliant. The flowers are three and a half to four inches in diameter; the petals are finely cut or fimbricated, which adds greatly to their beauty; color scarlet. Pkt. 5c. GIANT NANKEEN YELLOW.--A superb new poppy. It is a vigorous grower, the perfect paeony-shaped flowers--truly giant--are borne in constant succession for a long season, on erect, strong stalks, two and a half to three feet. Nankeen Yellow stands out as a grand novelty the nearest approach to yellow in this class of poppies. Pkt. 10c. DOUBLE CARNATION.--A splendid assortment of the best double carnation-flowered sorts. Will make an attractive bed. Pkt. 5c. FRENCH RANUNCULUS FLOWERED.--Many colors, mixed. Very handsome. Pkt. 3c. ALL VARIETIES MIXED.--Pkt. 5c.

ONE PACKET EACH OF THE THIRTEEN VARIETIES OF POPPIES! FOR ONLY 65 CENTS.

PASSION FLOWER. MAMMOTH.--One of the most desirable of all climbing plants. Sow seed early, and if well cared for and seasons are favorable, vines will send out magnificent blossoms the first year, three or four inches in diameter. Its color is odd, comprising a combination of blue, pink and white, which is beautiful, very large and showy, of a feathery and velvet-like appearance, very rich and attractive; foliage is a dark green, with handsome leaves. Vines begin to throw out blossoms when only one or two feet high, followed in the fall by a beautiful garden fruit about the size of a hen's egg. If left in the open ground in winter it must have some protection. See illustration with flower plants. Pkt. 10c.

[image] AMERICAN FLAG POPPY.

ROSES. It is not generally known that roses are easily grown from the seed. MONTHLY TEA.--Double mixed colors. Blooms the second year. Pkt. 10c. FAIRY.--The roses are only about an inch across, usually very double, but occasionally semi-double, and seldom single; they are borne in large clusters and are of many colors. What is most remarkable these Fairy roses grow only ten inches high and commence blooming in a few weeks after the seed is sown, and continue year after year in uninterrupted profusion from May until frost. Pkt. 15c.

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CROWN OF PERFECTION PINKS. A great improvement in the garden pinks. The flowers are immense, averaging six inches in circumference, are densely double and are produced in perfect succession during the whole summer and autumn in such numbers as fairly to crowd each other for room. There is a wonderful diversity of colors, from purest satiny white to red shades so deep and intensely brilliant that the eye can scarcely penetrate their velvety depths; soft pinks and flesh tints more dainty than brush could lay; and a large proportion of flowers hieroglyphically marked with various hues, the delicate tints and deep tones mingling in exquisite contrast. They succeed with everybody and everywhere. Where bedded in quantities the effect is gorgeous. Pkt. 8c.

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PHLOX DRUMMONDI. If we could have but one flower for our garden, that one would be the Phlox. Its brilliant shades of color, ranging from clear white to brilliant scarlet make an almost dazzling show; continually in bloom. All which we offer except the common mixed are of the large flowering or grandiflora class.

FIREBALL.--(Cut No. 1.) Brilliant, dazzling scarlet; very handsome dwarf compact growing. Pkt. 10c. STRAITA.--(No. 2.) Bright rich scarlet, sharply striped with white. Pkt. 10c. STELLATA CARMINEA.--(No. 3.) Very handsome carmine flowers, with pure white, star-like eye. Pkt. 7c. GRANDIFLORA ALBA.--(No. 4.)--Pure white, very large. Pkt. 5c.

CUSPIDATA OR STAR.--(No. 5.) The growth is more dwarf and compact than the common. The pointed center teeth of the petals (five in numher) are long and project like little spines, one-quarter to one-third inch long. Thus the flowers appear to have a splendid, regular star-like form whose beauty is improved by the broad, white margins, which border the edges of the petals. Pkt. 15c. SUNRISE.--(No. 6.) Beautiful, rosy salmon, shaded carmine. Pkt. 10c.

[image] DOUBLE PEARL PHLOX

FRINGED MIXED.--(No. 7.) Very handsome. The flowers are of the most velvety colors and handsomely fringed. Pkt. 10c. JUBILEE.--(No. 8.) A decided novelty, being an entirely new color in Phlox, a bright yellow; of strong, bushy erect habit, each plant presenting a mass of dazzling flowers, each of which is nearly the size of a twenty dollar gold coin and of perfect form. Per pkt. 10c. RADOWITZII.--(No. 9.) Handsome flowers of rose, crimson, violet, etc., striped with white. Pkt. 10c. NANA COMPACTA MIXED.--Dwarf, compact growing class; very fine for borders and ribbons. Pkt. 8c. BLACK BROWN.--The darkest color in phloxes. Pkt. 10c. DOUBLE PEARL.--A grand novelty introduced by us in 1888. By constant selection each year we have improved it so that almost every plant produces handsome, double, pure white flowers. It is very pretty and will prove a splendid acquisition for bouquet work, and suitable for buttonhole bouquets, etc. Very pretty for borders and bedding. Pkt. 10c. GRANDIFLORA MIXED.--This special large flowering strain has been selected with great care for many years until we now have an ideal flower, of immense size and for beauty of colors they are unsurpassed. They produce a great profusion of large trusses of flowers, and if cut freely will continue a mass of bloom until severe freezing weather. The colors range from the purest white to nearly black, including all shades of pink, red, violet crimson, purple, yellow, blue, scarlet and brown, striped and blended in an indescribable manner. Some of the flowers are very nearly as large as a silver half dollar. Pkt. 10c. MIXED VARIETIES.--A mixture of the common varieties. Will make a nice bed but flowers are smaller than the Grandiflora. Pkt. 5c.

PHLOX COLLECTION.--One packet each of the above varieties, making a grand assortment for only 85c. PERENNIAL MIXED.--Splendid hardy plants which bloom continuously after the second year. Pkt. 5c.

PYRETHRUM. GOLDEN GEM.--Beautlful for edgings or ribbon beds. Double flowering. Pkt. 5c. ROSEUM.--Plant from which the Persian insect powder is made. Pkt. 8c.

RICINUS. Castor oil plant. Stately foliage plants. Make a very handsome appearance on the lawn planted singly; also fine for clumps or ornamental hedges. Keeps out moles.

[image] RHODANTHE.

CAMBOGIENSIS.--This most beautiful plant grows to a height of eight feet, and of most stately, majestic tropical appearance. Large palm-like leaves of darkest reddish maroon, covered with a bright bronzy lustre, while the main stalk and leaf stems are ebony black. Leaves have large red veins which add to the beauty. The fruit is fiery red. It is unexcelled as a decorative plant for lawn or garden. More ornamental than many plants which would cost several dollars each at the greenhouse. Seed will always be scarce and high. Seeds are large and each seed will produce a strong plant. Pkt. of 6 seeds, 10c. GIGANTEUS.--Largest of all, 12 feet high, steel blue stalk and large green leaves often 30 inches across. Pkt. 10c. SANGUINEUS TRICOLOR.--Blood red stalk; very attractive. Pkt. 7c. GIBSONI.--Dark purple stem and leaves, dwarf. Pkt. 5c. COMMON.--Pkt. 3c, oz. 10c. ALL VARIETIES MIXED.--Pkt. 4c.

RHODANTHE. MACULATA.--One of the prettiest everlastings grown, has bright, rosy crimson flowers. Well shown by our engraving. Care is necessary in starting the seed, but when once well grown, produce an abundance of flowers. Pkt. 10c.

[image] CAMBOGIENSIS RICINUS.

80. IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA.

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SALVIA. SPLENDENS.--One of the most brilliant of flowers; it thrives in any light, rich soil; often called Flowering Sage. Free bloomers. A brilliant scarlet. Very fine. Pkt. 10c. MIXED VARIETIES.--All colors. Pkt. 5c.

[image] SWEET PEAS.

SWEET PEAS. May well be called America's favorite, as it is such a popular and easily grown flower that rich and poor alike can enjoy its fragrance and beauty. They are hardy, free from insects, and disease, and if cut freely, as soon as they begin to fade, will continue to bloom throughout the season. One ounce will sow a row thirty feet long and make a lovely hedge. One secret in successful sweet pea culture is to plant early and deep, not less than four inches. ALBA MAGNIFICA.--One of the clearest of the whites. Strong grower and fine bloomer. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c. BLANCHE FERRY.--Resembles the Painted lady, but the flower is much larger, of better and more decided shades, and blooms more freely. Very fragrant and unsurpassed for corsage bouquets. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 30c. PAINTED LADY.--Very pretty, delicate pink and white. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. QUEEN OF THE ISLES.--Large flowers, handsomely striped with both blue and red on a white ground; very fine. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. DUCHESS OF EDINBURGH.--Very beautiful; standard light scarlet, splashed with crimson, edge white, wings tipped rose. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. QUEEN OF ENGLAND.--Pure white. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. BLACK.--Very dark brownish purple. The nearest approach to black. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. SENATOR.--Chocolate and creamy white, handsome. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c.

[image] SCABlOSA.

SCABIOSA. (Mourning Bride.) One of the best of free-flowering hardy annuals of very handsome colors. Best double dwarf mixed. Pkt. 4c.

SPRAGUAEA. UMBELLATA.--Is really a very attractive little flower, desirable for bouquets. Flowers in dense umbels, on leafless stems, six inches or more in length; blossoms are pink and nearly everlasting. Sow seed under glass or in a sheltered place. Pkt. 10c.

SENSITIVE PLANT. A very pretty and curious plant, the leaves closing when touched. The seeds start slow, and it is best to start them in boxes, cover shallow and see that they do not dry out; it makes a good house plant for winter, and always pleases the children. Pkt. 5c.

[image] SENSITIVE PLANT.

SEDUM. Well suited for baskets and rockeries; blooms freely; many varieties mixed. Pkt. 5c.

SCARLET RUNNER BEAN. A handsome climber with flowers and pods of dark scarlet, and suitable for wearing as corsage bouquets. It is quite ornamental as well as being of much value as a vegetable, the beans being equal to the Lima in flavor. Pkt. 5c.

SMILAX. Much used for winter decorations; the seeds start slowly and should be planted in loose, rich soil and kept moist and warm. Pkt. 8c.

SALPIGLOSSIS. One ot 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.

[image] SMILAX.

NEW VARIVEINED.--Much larger than the common Salpiglossis. The surface is soft and velvety and the wealth of color marvelous. The colors range from pure white to dark yellow, dark red and purplish black, including light and dark blue, velvety plum color, maroon, crimson, dark brown, golden and lemon yellow, white, dark purple, black, brilliant scarlet, etc., with all the shades between beautifully veined and mottled; blooms all summer and till severe frost. Pkt. 10c.

[image] SALPIGLOSSIS.

BOREATTON.--A very fine dark variety, with immense, bold, attractive flowers, borne in great profusion. Color, red, mahogany and maroon. Very beautiful. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. INVINCIBLE SCARLET.--Large and brilliant scarlet. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. MRS. GLADSTONE.--Flowers large of perfect form and of most delicate and beautiful blush pink. One of the most elegant and beautiful flowers in the list. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. PRIMROSE.--Pale primrose yellow. One of the most beautiful; blooms a long time and is exquisitely fragrant. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. SPLENDOR.--Well named and one of the grandest on the list. Most brilliant crimson rose; a dazzling color; often double. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. EMILY HENDERSON.--A beautiful absolutely pure white; flowers are extra large, and stand up boldly without reflex or curl; plants robust, compact and branching, producing such an abundance of flowers that the plants appear as if covered with snow. From one plant, specially cultivated, has been cut in one season the seemingly incredible number of 1,035 sprays of bloom. Very early, and continues a veritable "cut-and-come-again" to the end of autumn. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c, 1/4 lb. 40c. IMPERIAL BLUE.--Color ultramarine blue, claret and purple; one of the handsomest. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. PURPLE PRINCE.--Maroon standards, shaded with bronze and purple wings. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. BUTTERFLY.--White, laced with lavender blue. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. CARDINAL.--Intense cardinal crimson, large and fine. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c. ORANGE PRINCE.--Pink and orange, flushed with scarlet; distinct and handsome. Pkt. 5c, oz. 20c. COUNTESS OF RADNOR.--One of the handsomest. Standard rich lavender mauve, wings lighter. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. BLUSHING BEAUTY.--Exquisitely soft, fleshy rose color; beautiful clusters on long stems. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. VENUS.--Salmon buff, delicately shaded rosy pink; a charming flower. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. PERFECTED MIXED.--Graceful form, charming color, exquisite fragrance, and simple leveliness [loveliness]. This mixture contains all of the most choice new varieties and some of the old favorites. Pkt. 5c, oz. 10c, 1/4 lb. 25c, lb. 85c. ECKFORD'S NEW HYBRIDS.--A strain of mixed sweet peas comprising many beautiful new varieties of bright colors, flowers unusually large. Pkt. 5c, oz. 15c. FINE MIXED.--A good assortment. Pkt. 2c, oz. 5c, 1/4 lb. 15c, lb. 50c. COLLECTION.--One packet each of above 25 varieties for 85c.

STOCKS. LARGE FLOWERING PERPETUAL WHITE.--Of strong growth, fine branching habit, and, if sown early, will bloom from May until November. Flowers very large and pure white, and the more often they are cut the better they like it. Deliciously fragrant. Pkt. 10c. LARGE FLOWERING DWARF GERMAN.--Fine mixed. Pkt. 5c.

[image] PERPETUAL WHITE STOCK.

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[image] WILD CUCUMBER.

WILD CUCUMBER. A well known vine common in many sections, and the quickest climber known for covering verandas, old trees and houses, trellises, etc., never suffering from the heat, but retaining its fresh and lively green color; never infested with insects, and very profuse in bloom. It will sow itself and come up every year in the same place. Pkt. 10c.

SUNFLOWER. (See Helianthus.)

SWEET WILLIAM. Hardy plants about one foot high, of extreme richness and variety of color, and also deliciously sweet-scented; for clumps or borders no plant can surpass this old favorite. SINGLE VARIETIES MIXED.--Pkt. 5c. DOUBLE VARIETIES MIXED.--Pkt. 10c.

TORENIA. FOURNIERI.--Beautiful free flowering, trailing plants, well suited for baskets, vases, and in moist situations out of doors. A very handsome plant, well worthy of a trial. Pkt. 10c.

[image] HENDERSON'S MAMMOTH VERBENA.

THUNBERGIA. Rapid growing, free blooming climbers. Well suited for house culture, baskets or vases; mixed. Pkt. 5c.

TROPAEOLUM. One of the most desirable of the annual climbers; easily grown in any common garden soil; produces an abundance of flowers of handsome shades of various bright colors. Many varieties mixed. Pkt. 5c. PEREGRINUM.--(Canary Bird Flower.) Curious bright yellow flowers, resembling canary birds. Pkt. 10c.

STEVIA. SERRATA.--Produce an abundance of pretty white flowers early in fall. Pkt. 5c.

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[image] WISTARIA.

STATICE. SINNATA HYBRIDA.--Produce their small flowers in panicles; will hold their color when dry, and are very valuable to work up with the everlastings; hardy and of easy culture; fine mixed. Pkt. 4c.

VINCA. Handsome bushy plants producing freely, round, single flowers one and one-half inches across, suitable for pot culture and sunny flower beds; tender perennial, one and one-half foot. Mixed colors. Pkt. 5c.

WISTARIA. One of the most popular hardy vines climbing to a height of fifty feet or more. It is a perennial and easily grown from seed. Pkt. 10c.

VIOLA. ODORATA.--The well known sweet violet. All colors mixed. Seeds start very slowly. Pkt. 10c.

WHITLAVIA. Delicate and pretty but perfectly hardy plants, with drooping clusters of bell-shaped flowers. They thrive in cool, moist situations; free bloomers, and for partially shaded places they are very desirable. GRANDIFLORA.--Mixed colors. Pkt. 5c.

XERANTHEMUM. Free flowering and easily grown, making a handsome bed. DOUBLE WHITE.--Pkt. 5c. ALL KINDS MIXED.--Pkt. 5c.

[image] WHITLAVIA.

VERBENA. The verbena is deservedly a universal favorite, unrivaled in the splendor of its dazzling brilliancy of flower. A constant bloomer, and if grown from seed has a sweet fragrance. Treat as tender annuals. Plant seed in boxes or under glass in March, and transplant when a few inches high. In this way the verbena can be grown from seed as early as any annual, and will produce much stronger plants than cuttings. Seed sown in the open ground will flower in August. HENDERSONS NEW MAMMOTH.--When well grown every flower truss measures over nine inches in circumference, while the single florets are as large as a twenty-five cent piece; more vigorous in growth than the ordinary verbena. Contains a great assortment of colors, the above illustration showing a flower of dark scarlet with a pure white eye. Pkt. 15c. BLACK.--Nearly a coal black with a white eye. Pkt. 10c. CANDIDISSIMA.--Large trusses of pure white flowers; beautiful. Pkt. 10c. DEFIANCE.--A true scarlet; extra fine. Pkt. 10c. YELLOW.--Splendid novelty which it will pay every flower lover to try. Pkt. 10c. EXTRA CHOICE MIXED.--From the finest German collection of named sorts. Pkt. 10c. FINE MIXED.--Contains a nice variety of colors. Pkt. 5c.

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WAHLENBERGIA. GRANDIFLORA MIXED.--(Also called Platycodon.) Of wonderful beauty and attracts much attention on our seed farm. It is a perennial plant blooming the first year from seed, which should be sown early in open ground. They bloom very profusely and continuously all summer, if flowers are removed as soon as they begin to fade. The flowers are of large size, being 2 1/2 to 3 inches in diameter, and the various shades of light blue, lavender and white. Plants increase in size from year to year and are sure to please. Our seed is saved from the best flowers. Pkt. 10c.

WALLFLOWER. Greatly prized for their exquisite fragrance. They grow in long, brilliantly colored spikes of flowers. There are many varieties. Plants removed to pots in autumn will produce an abundance of delightfully fragrant flowers. DOUBLE VARIETIES MIXED.--Pkt. 12c. SINGLE VARIETIES MIXED.--Pkt. 5c.