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petals longer and more sharply pointed; flowers very symmetrical: of a rich 

 rosy crimson color; stamens orange red. 



A'. L. rosea has proved a universal favorite, the peculiarity of the flowers 

 changing from a rosy pink to rose purple as they age, affords most pleasing 

 combinations and gradations of hue. Where several plants are grown together 

 the numerous flowers of variotis shades give a charming feature, not elsewhere 

 known in Water Lilies. This variety is well adapted for large aquariums and 

 will produce its dainty flowers even when growing in a four inch pot, but its 

 true character, size and color are seen only when planted in a natural pond 

 and left undisturbed for at least two seasons. 



iV. L. lucida has large flowers of a rosy-vermilion color with orange 

 stamens. Leaves beautifully mottled with chestnut red. 



A'. Rohinsoni with flowers larger than those of the Laydekeri varieties is 

 distinct and unique in color, the yellow ground color is overlaid by a purplish 

 violet-red, deepening toward the center of the flower; the stamens form a crown 

 of orange red color. The leaves are dark green, spotted with chestnut brown. 



A^. Seigiioureti, flowers delicate yellow, shaded with soft rose and carmine, 

 borne on erect stems and stand about six inches above the water. Leaves 

 spotted with chestnut brown. 



The Marliac^a Hybrids mark the introduction of hybrid hardy Water 

 Lilies, and include the very best forms. Although other gems have since 

 been introduced, they do not compare with these for general utility; the plants 

 are vigorous and robust, flowers large, very effective in groups and masses in 

 large ponds, or as single specimens. 



A' M. alhida has all the good qualities of N. alba candidissima; the 

 flowers are larger and fragrant, of a dazzling, sparkling whiteness, and pro- 

 duced very freely until frost. The stamens are occasionall}- flushed pink, es- 

 pecially when grown in stiff soil. 



A'. M. cariica is in every respect, save color, similar to the preceding 

 variety. The flower is of a soft flesh pink color, which deepens toward the 

 base of the petals, sepals rose pink : with a delicate fragrance of vanilla. 



N. M. chromatella has flowers of a lovely canary yellow, with deep yellow 

 stamens, large and handsome, and is undoubtedly the best yellow hardy 

 Water Lily. Leaves bronzy green, with chocolate red markings. Plant very 

 vigorous, inclined to be bunchy or crowded, and .should therefore have plenty 

 of room and be in permanent quarters where it is not likely to be often dis- 

 turbed. The water should be two or more feet deep. 



N. M. rosea has the same vigorous habit as the preceding varieties, the 

 flowers are of the largest size and a beautiful deep rose color, the young foliage 

 is purplish red, changing to deep green. All things considered, this is the 

 best hardy pink Water Lily; large flowers, fine color, and free flowering. 



A'. M. dammea and the following varieties are of recent introduction, and 

 are yet but little known in the United States. The flowers of flammea are 



