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in contrast with the larger ones of other kinds. This 

 is a dainty little thing v/ith tiny white hlossoras. 



Nivalis has scentless flowers, the stamens of which 

 are cream colored, and this gives the entire blossom an 

 almost snowy white appearance. 



Penhinensis is, of course, a Chinaman. It has 

 creamy white bloom which is very fragrant. 



Primulaeflorus is remarkable in that the flowers are 

 well nigh double and are delicate white. 



Hoary Leafed Syringa has large downy foliage as 

 well as large white blossoms, which are late, thus length- 

 ening the season. 



Willow Leafed Syringa is very unique in that it has 

 borrowed the leaves of the Avillow for its clothing. The 

 leaves are curled at the edges. It is of a dwarf habit. 



Speciosus is of distinct and well marked habit with 

 late flowers. 



Yohohama is from Japan. It is of upright and com- 

 pact form, with a sort of plaited foliage. Flowers very 

 odorous, making a very desirable plant. 



We notice that quite recently there have appeared 

 important additions to this family. I have just re- 

 ceived a catalogue from a large nursery in France and 

 have sent in an order for the following to test them in 

 Nebraska : 



Ketelors Syringa, which is double flowering. Flow- 

 ers by nature are single. Dbuble flowers are the work 

 of nature and art. The tendency of improved flowers 

 is to grow double and larger. 



Glorious as syringas are, we believe there is a splen- 



