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Poinsettias. 
Pulcherrima. A large plant of Poinsettia in full bloom is one of the most 
gorgeous and stately object of the California garden at Xmas time. It grows 
almost the size of a tree and the ends of the branches are crowned with floral 
bracts, of the most intense bright red, all sizes from 5 to 18 inches across ; 
they are in great demand for Xmas decorations. They make flne pot plants, 
the beautiful bracts keeping fresh and bright for several weeks. Plants, 
15c, 25c, 50ceach. 
Double Poinsettia Rosette. This splendid variety comes into 
bloom just as the single one is waning. The magnificent flower 
heads consist of an inside row of long floral bracts and a closely gathered 
rosette-like center of lanceolate bracts 4 or5 inches long. The color is a deep 
rich, brilliant red, and the effect at a distance is like rich velvet. It is strik- 
ingly beautiful. Poinsettia heads will keep for some time if the stems are 
dipped in boiling water immediately after they are cut. 25c to 50c each. 
PHRYNIUM Variegatum An elegant pot or bedding plant, 
the leaves of which are bright pale green, beautifully variegated with white 
and gold, the variegation being extremely diversified. [tis afree, vigorous, 
and easy grower, succeeding in all situations and under all conditions. 25¢ 
each. 
PRIMULA Sinensis or Chinese Primrose. One of the most val- 
uable house plants, producing hundreds of charming flowers, very pretty at 
alltimes. Single, large flowers fringed white, pink and blue. 25¢ to 50e 
each 
PLUMBAGO Capensis. A beautiful shrub with lovely, light blue 
flowers, always in bloom. It grows 10 to 12 feet high in California, forming 
immense plants, and should be cut back occasionally to induce new growth. 
15c to 25c each. 
PETUNIAS. Single, Choice assorted selection of Giants of Califor- 
nia and Fringed Hybrids. $1.50 doz: 
Double, Choice very fine large flowers. Ready April Ist. Assorted, 
$1.75 doz. 
Mrs. Shepherd’s Little Midget or Baby Roses. 
The “Mother Goose” Set. 
One feels like talking baby talk to’ these dear little things. The least 
little mites of plants bloom. They form pretty little bushes and grow from 
12 to 15 inches high. The leaves are very small, and the flowers measure 
from 1 to 14g inches across. They grow in clusters or sprays, and are beauti- 
ful for cut flower work, bouquets, boutonniers, or hanging baskets. 
Mistress Mary. This variety has the largest flowers. The color is a 
delicate blush. shaded darker at edge of petals. Sprays quitelarge. Flowers 
single; 14s inches across, 
