334 FRITZ BAHR'S COMMERCIAL FLORICULTURE 



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Fig. 137. TYPES OF CROTONS (By courtesy of the Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia). 

 There is almost no end to the different varieties of Grotons, with their leaves of 

 all shapes and a most varied array of colors. They are among- the nost showy of 

 all foliage plants and around the holidays frequently take the place of high-priced 

 cut flowers in basket arrangements. We are just beginning to appreciate their 

 value and usefulness. Those shown are, above, Connecticut and Phyllis Craig; 

 below, Janet Craig and /Irs. Robert Craig 



