232 THE GOLD MINE 



sits in all its beauty, a glorious flower in a chalice of 

 veined marble, emitting a delightful perfume. Gradu- 

 ally it fades to purest white, looking much like Festiva 

 Maxima. It is a splendid keeper and scores the five 

 points to perfection. 



L'Esperence — Said to be almost, if not quite, iden- 

 tical with Duchess de J^emours. This is an excellent 

 variety. In the first place it is a pink rose in form and 

 fragrance. It is especially valuable in the northern 

 states, as it is a strong, hardy and robust plant, and 

 often is on time for Decoration Day. It is a good 

 keeper. It is on the diamond list of the leading French 

 dealers. It scores the five points. 



Limosel — Very bright, clear lilac rose. A large flow- 

 er, full double, with broad guard petals and narrower 

 ones in the center. Very fragrant. Having had these 

 for several years they stand up well to the description. 



Louis Yan Houtie — Is a splendid, rich crimson, a 

 magnificent bloomer. It stands well at the front. 



Morning Star — Is one of the most dainty of the whole 

 family. Though exceedingly delicate looking, the plant 

 is hardy. It is well named. Starry rays radiate from 

 its heart of gold. 



Mrs. Fletcher — Terry's. Is an attractive flower of 

 deep, dark rose color. We have found it very fine. 



Mrs. Rudd — Outside petals broad "and white, inside 

 straw color, petals finely fringed. 



ISTigra — Is one of the darkest crimson, full double. 



Marie Crousse — Very large, full, globular bloom; 



