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(Primula Sinensis Inese Frimrose 
Fimbriata) 
PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA (Fringed Chinese 
Primrose )—Undoubtedly one of the most beautifuland sat- 
isfactory house plants; never attacked by insects, and will 
thrivein a window where there is but little sun and few other 
plants would grow; seed sown from April to July blooms 
freely the following Winter. Cover the seed 
an eighth.of aninch with fine, light, rich soil; 
keep moist but not wet, and they will begin to 
grow in two or three weeks. They are so 
easily raised that there is no reason why every 
flower lover should not have a magnificent dis- 
play of these brightest and best of all Winter 
flowers. The seed we offer is from the finest 
strains and best colors, including pure white, 
purple, rose, scarlet, striped and spotted, and 
the lovely blue Primula. Splendid mixed large 
flowering, all colors. Pkt. 8 cts. 
=> Everblooming Primula 
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These new Hybrid Everblooming Pri- 
mulas are undoubtedly one of the grandest 
novelties recently introduced. The flowers 
are much larger than the old white kind and 
of many beautiful shades including pink, vio- 
let, blush rose, lilac, white, etc. The seed 
grows easily, makes strong, sturdy plants 8 
to 10 inches high, which begin to bloom very 
quickly, and continue to produce great masses of lovely tinted 
flowers for many months ata time. We know of no other plant 
that is so easy to grow and will produceso many lovely flowers for 
solongatime. They area perfect treasure forthe window, gar- 
—— : SV A) den, greenhouse and conservatory, and will bloom at any season 
S=S EAA or the whole year. We cannot recommend them too highly. Best 
PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA (Fringed Chinese Primrose) quality seed 6 cts. per pkt., 3 pkts. for 16 cts. 
MIMULUS (Monkey Flower)—Curiously shaped, brilliantly — ah fi 
colored flowers, blotched and spotted in every conceivable man- AY : Re 
3 cts. GES \) 
SCHIZANTHUS, or CHRISTMAS ORCHID FLOWER— ’ N\ fo ee, & <i) 
An elegant free-blooming annual; large, curiously-shaped flow- é i ie > Si i) > Es 
ers beautifully spotted with crimson, lilac, purple and orange; J (rs WZ 5 
makes pretty house plants, also fine for beds and cutting. Pkt. RA SS cy es iS 
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ner; excellent for pots and baskets, also for open ground. Pkt. ko 
4cts. 
SOLANUM (Jerusalem Cherry)—A charming plant for a pot, 
resembling a miniature orange tree; covered all Winter witha 
profusion of scarlet fruit which is the chief attraction. Pkt. 
4 cts. z 
HEUCHERA SANGUINEA~—A splendid new: hardy perennial 
of real value. Plants make neat compact bushes fifteen to 
eighteen inches high. The flowers are produced in long, grace- 
ful trusses, and are bright, rich crimson. Exceedingly valuable 
and handsome for cut flowers. Perfectly hardy, will live over 
Winter and come up freshevery Spring. Pkt. 4cts. 
NEW LARGE-FLOWERING TORENIA—A most charm- 
ing plant, equally valuable for beds, baskets and pots; a profuse 
bloomer, covered with deep blue flowers most all the time. 
Pkt. 6 cts. 
NIGELLA (Love in a Mist)—A curious and pretty hardy an- 
nual, known as Lady in 
Green, Devil in Bush, 
etc. Flowersand fo- 
liage very hand- 
some. Pkt. 3 cts. 
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SCHIZANTHUS, or CHRISTMAS ORCHID FLOWER 
NEW TORENIA, WHITE WINGS—Fully equal in beauty to the 
\ ZLN\\i Blue Torenia, which it closely resembles ; flowers pearly white ; extra 
Oe. 7 fine for bedding and house culture; blooms all the time. Pkt. 6 cts. 
CYCLAMEN PERSICUM—Charming bulbous-rooted plants, with 
beautiful variegated foliage and richly colored orchid-like flowers. 
They are highly esteemed as pot plants for Winter and Spring bloom- 
ing. Seed sown early in sandy loam makes bulbs that will bloom the 
following Winter. After flowering the bulbs should rest in a dry state 
over Summer. Pkt. 8cts. 
CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM — Beautifully mottled leaves and very 
large flowers of rich colors. Finest mixed, pkt. 10 cts. 
ICE PLANT (Mesembryanthemum )—A handsome plant for hanging 
baskets, vases, rock-work, etc.; leaves and stems appear as though 
covered with icy crystals, which glisten in the sunlight. Pkt. 3 cts. 
MIMULUS MOSCHATUS (The Musk Plant)—An old favorite, grown 
for its strong, musky odor; does well outside, also in pots. Pkt. 3 cts. 
NEW MINA SANGUINEA~—An elegant new climbing vine, quite 
scarce and rare; grows fifteen to twenty feet high; neat, handsome 
foliage, and covered from top to bottom with pretty deep crimson 
flowers; blooms all Summer. Fine for screens, porches, and trellises. 
LAMEN PERSICUM Pkt, 6 cts. 
