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Nephrolcpsis Wittboldii A variety of very recent 

 introduction, and one that will become extremely popu- 

 lar as soon as its merits are more generally known. It 

 is of more upright habit than the "Boston Fern," from 

 which it is a sport. Its fronds are wider than those 

 of that variety. The edges of each leaflet are crimped 

 or waved in such a manner as to make it entirely 

 distinct from any other member of its family. The 

 undulations of the leaf edges give it a most charming 

 appearance, and those who see it will be sure to want 

 to add it to their collection. Because of its upright 

 habit, it has more dignity than the Boston Fern. Its 

 fronds last well after cutting, and are therefore very 

 valuable for general decorative work. A variety that 

 cannot be too highly commended. 



Pteris serrulata cristata A variety of rather 

 dwarf habit. Fine for cutting. 



Pteris tremula One of the old favorites. Should 

 be in all collections. 



Pteris tremula Smithiana A variety with large, 

 dark green fronds, the ends of the pinnae branching 

 in such a manner as to give them the appearance of 

 being tasseled. One of the most desirable large- 

 growing kinds. 



Sitolobium cicutarium An excellent sort. Very 

 easy to grow. Foliage large and striking. 



Adiantum cuneatum The popular Maiden Hair 

 Fern. Always and deservedly a favorite. Easy to 

 grow if kept moist at the roots. Beautiful for room 

 decoration, for the greenhouse and for cutting. Every 

 collection should contain at least one plant of it. 



Adiantum rhodophylhnn A variety bearing a 

 close resemblance to the Farleyense Fern, which many 

 consider the finest of all Ferns, but much better 

 adapted to general culture. Foliage rich and heavy, 

 of clear, bright green. A magnificent sort. 



