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Sassankora. A species of camellia which deserves particularly to be known. 5, The 

 flowers are produced from early in September to December. Foliage and flowers 

 much smaller than Camellia Japonica. The flowers of many sorts are deliciously 

 fragrant. The following varieties are the choicest. Early Snow, white, double, 

 profuse bloomer; Carmine, double; Rose and White, variegated; White and Red, 

 spotted. The single varieties are charming. $1.25 to $2.00 each. 



DAPHNE Odora Alba. This well-known and exquisitely scented white floweriug 

 shrub ought to be in every greenhouse. Same with rosy pink flowers and variegated, 

 foliage. 20 cts. each. 



SPRAY OF DAHLIAS IMPERIALIS. 



DAHLIA Imperalis. (The beautiful "Lily Dahlia.") This stately plant is a distinct 

 species. It attains a height of 10 to 15 feet, and produces through the (months of 

 September and October innumerable large, single, drooping, lily-like flowers of a 

 delicate pinkish mauve color. The broad petals are four inches long, and recurve, 

 giving a bell-like appearance. There is a maroon ring around the yellow centre, 

 and a delicate edge around the maroon, making a charming combination of colors. 

 The foliage is spreading and quite large. Nothing can exceed the grace and beauty 

 of these fairy-like blossoms seen from a distance, as they swing and sway in the 

 breeze. Nothing more lovely can be imagined than the delicate effects as one stands 

 at the base of the plants and looks up into the depths of the bell-like flowers. Rare. 

 Blooming tubers 50 cts., 75 cts. and $1.00 



