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PETER HENDERSON & GO., NEW YORK.—FLOWER SEEDS. 
seeds Brimpers Blooming the First Season, 
IPOMCAS.—The Moon Flower, etc. 
Rapid-growing summer climbers, among our prettiest for covering trellises, pillars, etc. Most rapid and luxuriant for warm, 
funny situations in the garden during thesummer. Large beautiful flowers. (See cut.) 
Grandifiora Hybrida, ‘‘The Moon Flower or Evening | Coccinea. (StarIpomeea.) Scarlet flowers........ 5 
Glory.’’ One of the grandest summer climbers grown, | Limbata. Violet, edged white, rose throat................ 5 
bearing immense pure white fragrant flowers in great pro- | “* Heavenly Blue.’’ Claimed to bea cross between Ipomea 
fusion, opening in the evening and remaining open untilnoon Leari and Mina Lobata. The foliage is very large, heart- 
the following day, and if cloudy all day. Foliage and shaped ; flowers 4 to 5 inches across in large clusters, and of 
flowers vary in form on different plants, some flowers being that indescribable light blue with a yellow throat suffusing 
scalloped, others perfectly round, others star-shaped; the softly into blue. In the morning this climber is so com- 
foliage also varies from the original shape to oak-leaved and pletely covered with bloom as to almost cover the foliage. 
heart-shaped forms, thus adding charm and interest to this It is also a splendid conservatory climber..............+.-5 20 
grand climber. (See cul.)...csesseeeeees eeciiscees GoaaeSs0 10 | Large Flowering Ipomcas, Mixed sorts..... 3545806 10 
Burridgi. Rose and crimson.......sceee-ceeeeses ++ Pht. 5 Imported collection of 10 separate Ipomeas, 50 cts. For Green- 
house Ipomeas, see page 95. 2 
MINA. 
Lobata. Rapid and luxuriant annual 
summer climber, 15 to 20 feet high. 
Flowers, 15 to 25 in number, borne on 
graceful spikes. Color rosy crimson, 
changing to orange and cream. This 
should be started in pots early in spring 
and become pot-bound ; they will then com- 
mence to bloom very young. (See cut.)...10 
MOMORDICA. 
(Balsam Apple.) 
Luxuriant annual climbers, 15 to 20 feet 
high, with large leaves, making dense shade. The inconspicuous flowers are soor 
followed by very ornamental, large fruits of orange or copper color, which burst ané@ 
expose an interior of red, which is highly effective. 
MINA. 
BALSAMINA. (Balsam Apple.) Orange fruits...............-..005 soeee Pkt 5 
CHARANTIA. (Balsam Pear.) Coppery scarlet colored fruits............... 5 
PHYSIANTHUS. 
(Cruel Plant.) 
Albens. A rapid-growing perennial climber (but usually grown as an annual), 
with quantities of pure white fragrant flowers, much like a single tuberose, which 
entrap insects. These are followed by large handsome seed pods; itis also very 
useful for greenhouse decoration. 20feet. (See cut.).... cecceeeress seen ett. 10 
DOLICHOS. 
The Egyptian or Hyacinth Bean ; annual climbing 
plants of rapid growth ; bearing large clusters of showy 
flowers; purple or white. 10 feet. 
Purple....6 White....5 Mixed Colors. Pkt. 5 
** THE MOON FLOWER.” 
GOURDS. 
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Summer climbers of exceedingly rapid growth i: P Wa ———< 
and luxuriant foliage, for covering arbors, etc.; ORNAMENTAL GOURDS. e ~~ . ; = ‘N AY 
they bear fruits known as “‘ Ornamental Gourds” which, when allowed to fully ripen ~ ‘ " y — p\ ez 
on the vines, can be kept for months as curiosities. 10 to 30 feet. (See cut.) : aaa =. SN (\\ Zz; Z 
The Chinese Loofa, Sponge or Dish Rag. Large yellow flowers followed by air : : \ 
long green fruits, which form inside a tough fibrous mass, and, when seeds and shell ~ aN \ 4 Ewes. * 
are removed, is popular for bathing, being much superior to a sponge and more 3 : 
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GUTADIOL sc ware re ccielnlcielns os clelsinieiels\alcloe'c sm allele ciseicicjalse sialon emucisiotsieterserstoleierestetcis i rists Pkt. 5 
Dipper-Shaped..............45- -. 5) White’ Nest Egg. ......... 0... ecw nee 
Gooseberry senior 33 
Hercules’ Club, Green fruits 2 to 6 ft. long... z 
Serpent Gourd. Carmine fruits 3 to 6 ft. long... .......2e ec eeee ee 2 cee cece ee eee 
Mixed, small ornamental varietles sce cele resets woceclwiele son iocle siecle clleiaciele 
Mixed, large ornamental varietieS................ cee ece eee cee tees ee ecee cies 
Imported collection of 12 separate sorts, 50 cts. 
HUMULUS. 
Japonicus. (Japan Hop.) Probably the most rapid climber grown; in 3or4 weeks 
time attaining a height of 20 to 30 feet; resembling the common hop, but, being an 
annual, attains full perfection the first season. The foliage is luxuriant, making a 
dense covering. It is one of the best plants for covering verandas, trellises, etc. 
Heat, drought and insects do not trouble it. ....... cee cece eeccecccercecsnecers Pkt. 10 | 
LOASA. 
Mixed. Annual climbers, 6ft. high, with curious flowers of orange, scarlet or white. 10 Oia 
Refer to the Index (2d page Cover) for Flower Seeds you cannot readily find. ae i je ating 
