J. MANNS & CO.’S SELECTED FLOWER SEEDS. 35 
Traftaut’s Peony-Flowered Perfection As- 
ters.—One of the finest and most popular strains. The 
plants grow swiftly erect, eighteen inches to two feet in 
height, branch freely and produce large, well-shaped flow- 
ers on long stiff stems. The petals are incurved, giving the 
flowers a globular or ball-shaped form. We offer this finest 
type in mixture embracing a wide range of most distinct colors. 
Pkt., 5c.; oz., $1.25. - 
Dwarf Peony Perfection.—The flowers of this 
strain are identical in form and style of growth with the 
preceding type, but the plants only grow 12 inches in 
height when in full bloom. They are of neat, compact, 
stiffly erect habit and flower profusely. While the plants 
are of dwarf growth the flowers are of large size, fine form 
and perfectly double, with beautifully incurved petals. We 
offer a strain of finest mixed colors, including all the best 
shades and colorings. Pkt., 5c.; oz. $1.50. 
Half Dwarf Comet ster. 
This is the most distinct and improved type of flower 
in Asters as well as the earliest period of bloom. Under 
good cultivation plants grow twelve to eighteen inches in 
in height, branching freely, and each stem terminates ina 
fine large flower two to two and a-half inches in diameter. 
The outer petals are broad, flat, and reflexed or curving 
outward, while the center of the flower is composed of 
many short tubular petals, slightly pointed. The whole 
flower has a distinctly featherly effect, greatly resembling 
that of the fine Japanese Chrysanthemums. 
Improved Large Flowering. Extra fine mixed- 
Pkt., 5c.; oz., $1.25. 
Half Dwarf Victoria Aster. 
A magnificent race of Asters, grown largely by florists 
to furnish cut flowers during the summer and fall. Jt is 
equally attractive as a fine bedding plant. The flowers are 
very large and double, with petals beautifully reflexed. 
Plants grow one and a-half feet in height, are of Pyramidal 
form and each produces ten to twelve fine flowers on 
long stiff stems. 
New White Branching. Pkt., 5c.; 0z., $1.00. 
Choice Mixed aliColors. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 75c. 
Dwarf Chrysanthemums flowered. 
_ Ofvery compact growth, flowers from 8 to 4 inches in 
diameter and very abundant; later than other varieties, 
therefore valuable for succession, 10 inches high. 
Extra fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.; oz, $1.25. 
Cypress Vine. (See Climbers). 
Convolvulus, (See Morning Glory). 
Balsam. 
OY (Lady Slipper or Im- 
MN patiens). 
(a) One of the most 
popular of summer an- 
nuals, bearing masses of 
beautiful flowers until 
frost. Some of the va- 
rieties rival the rose in 
shape, size and coloring. 
The flowers are borne at 
intervals upon an upright 
stalk, and are much used 
by florists for ground- 
work of designs. Sow 
seed in May, where flow- 
ers are intended to bloom. 
Double Mixed.— 
Pkt., 5c. 
Cam:!*) Flow- 
ered.—From a magni- 
ficent collection of 
Balsam. 
double varieties; fine mixed colors; height 2 feet. Pkt., 5c. 
Bachelor's Button. 
(Lychuis Dioica). Very old favorite hardy annual ; 
flowers freely in almost any situation; for cut flowers they 
are largely used both in Europe and in this country, a little 
bunch being a favorite boutonnier. Pkt., 5c. 
Calendula, (See Marigold). 
Canterbury Bell. 
(Campanula, Medium). Handsome, hardy biennial, of 
stately growth, rich color and profuse bloom, succeeds 
best in light, rich soil, and should be transplanted two feet 
apart. Has large bell-shaped flowers, which are strikingly 
effective. Double white, blue, mixed and single mixed. 
Pkt., 5c. 
Candy tuft. cess 
Universally known and cultivated, and considered in- 
dispensable for cutting. Hardy annual; one foot high. 
New Giant Hyacinth Flowered.—A new vari- 
ety of great beauty and most desirable for cut-flower pur- 
poses, producing a very large elongated head of quite large 
pure white florets. The immiense broad heads of florets 
frequently measure six inches in length. It is really.an 
improved selection of the Giant Empress. Pkt.,5c.; 0z., 75c. 
Giant Empress.—Heads of pure white flowers. 
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 60c. : 
Choice Mixture, pkt., 5c.; 0z., 2c. 
Castor Bean.—Ricinis. 
Tall, majestic plants for lawns, with leaves of glossy 
green, brown or bronzed metallic hue, and long spikes, 
scarlet and green prickly fruit. Of very quick growth in 
rich soil. Tender annual; six to fifteen feet high. Pkt., 5c. 
Zanzibarensis.—A new and distinct class which sur- 
passes in size and beauty all the varieties hitherto known. 
The plants attain great dimensions, presenting a splendid 
aspect with their gigantic leaves. Pkt , 5c. 
Centaurea. 
(a) An exceedingly interesting genus of plants, em- 
bracing annuals, biennials and perennials. Some of the 
varieties are foliage plants, indispensable for borders and 
edges of beds, while others are noted for their beautiful 
flowers. Pkt.,5c. 
Centaurea Cyanus.—(a) (Cornflower). This is the 
widely known and ever-popular ‘(Corn Flower’’ or ‘‘Corn 
Bottle,’’ which, if the seed is sown just as soon asthe ground 
is fit in spring, will furnish a profusion of white, blue and 
pink flowers from July until late in autumn. Hardy annual; 
two to three feet high. Mixed. Pkt., 5c. 
Elegans.—Double, mixed rose and white. Pkt., 5c. 
Maritima (Dusty Miller).—Fine silvery white foliage; 
used extensively for ribbon planting, hanging baskets, 
vases, decorative pot plants, etc. Perennial, but usually 
grown asannual. 1 foot. Pkt., 5c. 
EIGHT LARGE bc. PACKAGES OF FLOWER SEED FOR 25c. 
