/fa// jDwarf Comet jfrster. 



This is the most distinct and improved type of flower in Asters 

 as well aa tne earliest period of bloom. Under good cultivation 

 plants grow twelve to eighteen inches in height, branching freely, 

 and each stem terminates in a fine large flower two to two and 

 a-half inches in diameter. The outer petals are broad, flat, and 

 reflexed or curving uut» ard, while the centre of the flower is com- 

 posed of many short tubular petals, slightly pointed. The whole 

 flower h8s a distinctly featherly effect, greatly resembling that of 

 the fine Japanese Chrysanthemums. 



Improved Large Flowering. — Extra fine mixed. 

 Pkt . 5c; oz., $1.50. 



Jfalf fiwarf Victoria Aster. 



A magnificent race of Asters, grown largely by florists to fur- 

 nish cut flowers during the summer and fall. It is equally attract- 

 ive 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; oz., $1.50. 

 Choice Mixed, All Colors.— Pkt., 5c; oz., $1.25. 



Pwarf Chrysanthemums flowered. 



Of very compact growth, flowers from three to four inches in 

 diameter and very abundant; later than other varieties, therefore 

 valuable for succession; ten inches high. 



Extra fine mixed. Pkt., 5c; oz., $1.50. 



CffpreSS Vme. (See Climbers.) 

 ConVOlVuluS. (See Morning Glory.) 



fialsam. 



(I,ady Slipper, or Im- 

 pawns.) 

 One of the most popular 

 of summer annuals, bearing 

 masses of beautiful flowers 

 until frost. Some of the 

 varieties rival the rose in 

 shape, size and coloring. 

 The flowers are borne at 

 intervals upon an upright 

 stalk, and are much use d by 

 florists for groundwork of 

 designs. Sow seed in May, 

 where flowers are intended 

 to bloom. 



Double Mixed.— 



Pkt., 5c. 



Camelia Flower- 

 ed. — From a magnificent 

 collection of double va- 

 rieties ; fine mixed col- 

 ors ; height two feet. 

 Balsam. Pkt., 5c. 



Bachelor's gutton.* 



(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 

 boutonniere. Pitt., 5c. 



Calendula. (See Marigold.) 



Candytuft— v****) 



Universally known and cultivated, and considered indispensable 

 for cutting. Hardy annual ; one foot high. 



New Gianc Hyacinth Flowered. — A new variety 

 of great beaut}' and most desirable for cut-flower purposes, 

 producing a very large elongated head of quite large pure 

 white florets. The immense broad heads of florets fre- 

 quently measure six inches in length. It is really an im- 

 proved selection of the Giant Empress. Pkt. 5c; oz., 75c 



Giant Empress. — Heads of pure white flowers. Pkt. 

 •c; oz., 60c 



Choice Mixture.— Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c 



Canterbury Qell 



(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. 



Castor Fjean—Zicinis. 



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 sixteen feet high. Pkt , 5c. 



Zanzibareusis. — A new distinct class which surpasses 

 in size and beauty all the varieties hitherto known. The 

 plants attain great dimensions, presenting a splendid 

 aspect with their gigantic leaves. Pkt., 5c. 



Cockscomb. 



Glasgow Prize, or Tom Thumb. — Very dwarf, 

 broad compact combs of deep crimson. Pkt., 5c. 



Triumph of the Exposition. — A very distinct 

 variety, of strong pyramidal growth, two and a half feet in 

 height, branching freely. Each stem or branch is crowned 

 with a magnificent feathery plume of most intense bril- 

 liant red, while the large leaves are of a dark bronzy green. 

 Planted either singly or in groups, this variety is most effec- 

 tive in the brilliant mass of soft, glowing color. Pkt., 5c. 



Feathered 

 Fine Mixed. — 



This new Feath- 

 ered Celosia pro- 

 duces large plumes 

 which are exquis- 

 itely curved and 

 curled in exact re- 

 semblance to an 

 ostr\ch feather. 

 The plant grows 

 •bout three feet 

 high, is of hand- 

 some pyramidal 

 form, and nu- 

 merous massive 

 plumes, grace- 

 fully waving 

 above the fo- 

 Cockscomb. liage, makes it 



one of the most effective ornamental plants for either pot 

 or outdoor planting. It is easy of culture. Pkt., 5c. 



Celosia Cristata. — Highly ornamental plants, pro- 

 ducing crested head of flowers, somewhat resembling a 

 cock's comb. There are many shapes and colors, but of all 

 colors the rose and crimson are the most brilliant and rich. 

 Tender annual. The dwarf varieties are about one foot 

 hisjh. Pkt., 5c 



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