THE DINGEE & CONARD CO., WEST GROVE, PA. 



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Latania Borbonica 



Certainly no plant could be more ornamental or satisfac- 

 tory than this superb variety, which is conceded to be one 

 of the best decorative Palms now known. It is immensely 

 popular, because it is not only remarkably beautiful, but 

 of the easiest culture, standing neglect well, and attains a 

 great size. The leaves are large, deeply divided and fan- 

 shaped (see cut). Requires fairly good soil, moderate 

 moisture and partially shaded situation. 



Strong plants, 15 cts. each, 4 for 50 cts., post- 

 paid. Handsome specimen plants, 15 to 18 inches 

 high, from 4-inch pots, 75 cts. each, by express. 



Weeping Palm 



Washingtonia Filifera 



PA^M 



Conceded to be one of the best Palms for amateur cul- 

 ture. Stands ill-treatment with impunity, and thrives 

 where other Palms die. Is exceedingly ornamental, with 

 elegant fan-shaped leaves of rich, dark, leathery green, 

 frcm which hang long, thread-like filaments; a compact 

 grower, needs no petting or coaxing to succeed. 

 Strong, well-branched plants, from 21/o-inch pots, 

 15 cts. each, 4 for 50 cts. 



Palm, Kentia 



We offer two varieties, Fosteriana and Belmoreana 



One of the grandest of ail Palms. It is a strong, tall grower, 

 and being exceedingly robust, thrives in almost any situation. It 

 will remain uninjured by changes in temperature, while the splen- 

 did substance of its foliage enables it to stand the dry hot air of 

 the living room. The leaves are a deep glossy green, fan-shaped, 

 split deeply into segments. This is one of the hardiest Palms we 

 know. 



Strong plants, 8 to 12 inches high, 25 cts. each, 3 for 

 CO cts., postpaid. Large plants, splendid specimens, 18 

 to 24 inches high, from 4-in. pots, 75 cts. each, postpaid. 



Phoenix Canariensis 



One of the finest Palms we offer and a native of the Canary 

 Islands. It is a Date Palm, and in the South matures its fruit. 

 It makes a fine specimen plant, and should be included in every 

 collection. 



Strong plants, 15 cts. each, 4 for 50 cts., postpaid. 



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NORFOLK ISLAND PINE 



PALM, KENTIA 



Areca Lutescens 



One of the most graceful Palms, especially when it at- 

 tains large size. Its dark, glossy green leaves are grace- 

 fully curved on slender stems, and the entire foliage is 

 gracefully disposed. The trunk and stem are gulden green. 



Strong plants, S to 12 inches high, 25 cts. each, 

 3 for GO cts., postpaid. Large plants, 15 to iiO 

 inches high, 75 cts. each, postpaid. 



Norfolk Island Pine 



Araucaria Excelsa 



A superb decorative plant of the highest class. It re- 

 sembles a miniature evergreen of perfect symmetry and 

 graceful proportions. It is admirably adapted to house 

 culture. The dark green brandies are arranged in per- 

 fect whorls, presenting a unique and graceful appear- 

 ance. It is a strong, compact grower, easy to manage 

 and quickly makes a plant of splendid dimensions. 



Strong plants, S to 10 inches high, 75 cts. each, 

 postpaid. Large plants, 12 to 15 inches high, 

 from <>-inch pots, }«s I each, hy express. 



Palm, Cocos Weddelliana 



The most elegant and graceful of all the smaller Palms. 

 It is an erect grower and is freely furnished with grace- 

 fully arching leaves of a rich green color. This variety i? 

 admirably adapted to growing in Pern dishes, bell 

 slow growth and maintaining its beauty for a long time. 



Strong plants, from 3-inch pots, 30 cts. each, 

 postpaid. 



