SEEDSWOMAN AND FLORIST. 



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Gypsophila, Elegans— White perennial for 



bouquets, grows in any soil. Pkt 3 cts. 



Gypsophila, Paniculata— A graceful.hardy 

 plant, fine for cutting for bouquets. Flowers in 

 feathery-white panicles. Pkt 3 cts. 



Gourds, Ornamental — Summer climbers 

 of exceedingly rapid growth and luxuriant 

 foliage; fruits when allowed to fully ripen on 

 the vines, can be kept for mouths as curiosities. 

 Fine mixtures. Pkt 3 cts. 



Dipper Gourd— Valuable for dippers of var- 

 ious sizes which will last for years. Pkt 3 cts. 



Dishcloth Gourd— The tough, spongy lin- 

 ing makes an admirable and lasting dishcloth. 

 Pkt 3 cts. 



Sugar Trough Gourd — Very useful for var- 

 ious purposes; grow to hold four to ten gallons; 

 thin, hard shells. Pkt 8 cts. 



Bottle Gourd— Curious bottle-shaped. Pkt 

 3 cts. 



Japanese Nest Egg — Resembling in color, 

 shape and size the eggs of hens: are uningur- 

 ed by cold or wet and therefore make th<» best 

 nest-eggs. Pkt 3 cts. 



HOLLYHOCK. 



Few hardy plants combine as many good 

 qualities, or lend themselves as readily to vari- 

 ed uses, as the Hollyhock. For planting in rows 

 or groups on the lawn, or for interspersing 

 among the shrubbery, they are invaluable. The 

 flowers form perfect rosettes, of the most lovely 

 shades of yellow, crimson, rose, pink, orange, 

 white, etc. It is not surprising that this old 

 favorite should again become popular; for, by 

 careful selection, the flowers have been so much 

 improved that they are marvels of beauty and elegance. The 

 Hollyhock requires a rich deep soil, well drained, and will re- 

 pay in quantity and elegance of bloom any extra care. A 

 slight protection in Winter will be beneficial. 



Double Hollyhock, Fordhook Superb— A great beauty, 

 magnificent long spikes crowded with double flowers, three to 

 four inches across, and all of the brightest color. The flowers 

 are quite as beautiful as those of the Camellia. Beyond doubt 

 Superb Hollyhocks are the finest strain in cultivation, and 

 will prove a revelation to many unacquainted with their re- 

 markable perfection. All colors, finest mixed. Pkt 10 cts, 

 three for 25 cts. 



NEW DOUBLE HOLL"i 

 FORDHOOK SUPEF 



New Double Fringed Alleghaney Hoi. 

 lyhocks— Of many rich colors. ; the grand 

 double flowers of this new strain are remark- 

 able for their extra large size, novel forms and 

 graceful arrangements upon the stems. The 

 hardy plants remain long in bloom and are 

 most attractive. Pkt 10 cts, three for 25 

 cts. 



Hollyhock, Chartier's Superb New Dou- 

 ble Mixed— Of all the brightest and best col- 

 ors. The perfect doubleuess of the magnificent 

 large flowers will please the most critical. 

 Pkt 5 cts. 



Hollyhock— Double White, Double Pink, 

 Red, Yellow and White. Seperate colors 

 each per pkt, 5 cts. 



HELIANTHUS. 



Helianthus, (Sunflower) The Dahlia— Pro- 

 duces numerous bright golden-yellow flowers, 

 double. Pkt 5 cts. 



Helianthus — Mammoth double flowering. 

 Pkt. 5 cts. 



Helianthus, Chrysanthemum Flower- 

 ed—A new and magnificent variety bearing 

 flowers seven to ten inches across and four or 

 more in depth; the center being closely set with 

 petals of a deep golden tint. Pkt. 5 cts, oz. 

 25 cts. 



Humulus Japonica Variegata— Japanese 

 Hop. Foliage very dense and of a lively green, 

 variegated with white. The most valuable fea- 

 ture is that it attains enormous dimensions very 

 quickly. Pkt 5 cts. 



HUMULUS JAPONICA VARIEGATA 



HELICHR.YSVM, Eternal Flower— Are greatly admir- 

 ed for their beauty. Flowers large and colors bright. Highly 

 prized for Winter bouquets. Flowers intended for drying 

 should be gathered when partly unfolded, and suspended with 

 heads downward in a cool shed. Succeed best in rich loamy 

 soil. Pkt. 3 cts. 



HELIOTROPES, 



NEW HELIOTROPE, LEMOINE'S GIANT HYBRIDS. 



New Heliotrope. Lemoine's Giant Hybrids — Should I 

 devote this entire page to an illustration it would fail to give 

 an adequate idea of the grand size and rare beauty of the 

 flower heads of this wonderful novelty. The trusses measure 

 from ten to fifteen inches across. Their fragrance is delic- 

 ious. The colors are from pure white through all shades of 

 violet and blue to indigo. Even before it comes into bloom the 

 foliage is noticeable ; its large and glossy leaves frequently 

 measure from five to seven inches, and are borne on strong, 

 erect stems, growing about two feet in height. Per pkt. 10 

 cts, three for 25 cts. 



Heliotrope— Choice Mixed Varieties. Pkt. 5 cts. 



Heliotrope, Dark Bouquet— The large flower heads are 

 intensely dark blue in color and most deliciously fragrant; it 

 comes true from seed. Pkt. 8 cts. 



Heliotrope, The Black King— It comes true from seed; 

 which can be sown in the open ground with entire success. 

 The color is unusually rich, dark purple, nearly black ; ua* 

 d oub ted ly the darkest yet developed, Pkt. 8 cts. 



