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CLERODENDRON BALFOURI.—Much ado has been made ovels 
certain climbers of late, but scarcely any can compare with this, which I now 
offer for the first time. In the small space allowed on colored plate there is but 
little chance to show its beauty, whichis unique. No other plant in cultivation 
displays such colors of creamy-white and scarlet, and such profuse flowering. 
I can assure you that young plants are often entirely covered with bloom. 
When only a foot high as many as 20. to 30 flowers often can be counted, and 
this of course increases as the plants become old. I have in mind an engraving 
published in an English Horticultural paper, showing a plant with more than 
400 flower bunches. As it requires no care to grow, everyone can be sure of 
perfect success and a beautiful effect with but little trouble. It thrives ina rich 
soul and may be planted out in Summer. Price, 25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents. 
CLERODENDRON FRAGRANS.—This is entirely distinct from the | 
above, being of dwarf shrubby growth, and bearing large double white flowers 
of the most delicious fragrance. Price, 30 cents each ; 2 for 50 cents. 
One plant of each of the above Two Handsome Clerodendrons sent free by 
mail on receipt of 45 cents; 2 of each for 75 cents. 
BRYOPHYLLUM CALYCINUM. Sprouting Leaf.—Imagine the 
Weaf of a plant suspended by a thread in the air and having little plants growing 
from the notches. Take the same leaf and place it in a saucer filled with moist 
earth, moss, or any other material, and a colony of vigorous plants will soon 
cover it; but that is not all this interesting plant from India will do for us, as, 
after making a rapid, strong, vigorous growth, it will reward us with a most 
elegant panicle of flowers, most curious and interesting, resembling, first, a 
bunch of grapes, then later, burst and complete the flower. Remain on the 
plant for many weeks, and always delight whoever sees them. Should be grown 
by every one as a beautiful foliage plant and curiosity. Flowersin colored plate 
are only about 44 natural size. 25c. each for strong plants; 3 for 60c.; 6 for #1. 
THE EVERBLOOMING OXALIS, GOLDEN STAR. Oxalis 
Ortgiesi.—There is not another Oxalis in cultivation that can compare with 
this new variety from the Andes of Peru. To begin with, it blooms the whole 
year round, its bright golden star-like flowers covering the plant in profusion 
Winter or Summer, in-doors or out. Next, we must admire its very peculiar 
foliage—fish-tail like—dark olive-green above, and purple below, affording a 
most pleasing contrast ; even the leaf stalks, which are bright red, add beauty to 
the whole. Were this a plant of difficult culture, it would command the highest 
price, but, fortunately, it can be grown by every one and everywhere, and 
' whoever buys three or four plants can soon propagate enough from cuttings to 
have a large bed of them in the garden, or for filling window boxes. I have put 
this plant on my colored plate, as I wish all my customers to appreciate its 
beauty. Price, 25 cents each ; 3 for 50 cents ; & for $1.00. 
| appearing like embossed or stamped leather, the color being yellow with 
PLUMBAGO CAPENSIS. Sky-blue.—No plant that I know of will | 
be as much appreciated after a few months’ trial as this. It is undoubtedly the i 
most prolific bloomer that can be had. Assoon as one truss fades a dozen are'® 
ready to take its place. Neither is there another plant known bearing flowers 
of such a peculiar blue. Grown in a large pot or tub it will soon form a large 
mass which will be constantly in bloom if pinched back, and if desired as a 
climber for porches or trellises, it only needs to be left alone. “I-can recommend | 
it highly where flowers are in demand. Price, 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents. 
PLUMBAGO COCCINEA SUPERBA. Superb Scarlet Flow- 
erimg.—Similar in every respect to the above, except in the color of the flower, & 
but not quite so free a bloomer. Price, 20 cents each ; 3:for 50 cents. : 
PLUMBAGO CAPENSIS ALBA.—A white flowered sort, dwarf and el 
compact ; free bloomer; free grower. Price, 20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents. 1 
A FINE COMBINATION.—The Red, White’ and the Blue R 
Plumbago planted together in one pot, are universally: admired when in. 
bloom, appearing, as they do, as if the various colors grew on one and the same 
plant. These, our national colors, harmonize beautitully. Try it, and you will 
be pleased. One plant of each variety for 50 cents ;3 Of.each, $1.25. ie 
STAR-FISH FLOWER. Stapelia WVariegata.—This is a very 
peculiar plant, indeed, and when in flower attracts a great deal of attention. 
Searcely any one will believe that its flowers are not_artificial. “They-are large, 
often three inches across, of a peculiar texture, and almost a work of art, 
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maroon markings. Unlike any other Stapelias, this one grows with the greatest 
freedom, the smallest branch, if put in soil soon making a large plant. For 
hanging baskets or large jars it is very suitable, as it is of the drooping habit. 
The sight of ome flower would well repay you, but a strong plant will often 
produce twelve to twenty at one time. Price, 25 cents each ; 3 for 50 cents. 
THE RAINBOW CACTUS. Echinocereus Candicans.—No Cactus 
has ever created such a sensation. Last year thousands upon thousands were 
sold, and that at very high prices. Two years ago single specimens were eagerly 
bought up at $2 to $5 each. Every one who sees it, wants it. It isa most mag- 
nificent plant, thickly covered with spines, ranging from cream color to deep 
crimson. The great beauty of the plant, combined with the large size of the 
flowers, which often measure 5 inches in diameter, combine to make it the most 
desirable Cactus in cultivation. The colors are well portrayed in my colored 
plate, but it isimpossible, of course, to reproduce their satiny lustre.and bril- 
liancy, which must be seen to be appreciated. Some may question the accuracy >| 
of the number of blooms on the one plant, but I have the. photograph of the Zi 
original, bearing 13 flowers. It requires absolutely no‘tare, as it will grow for > 
months without watering, and bloomas well. Ineed notsay more to recommend 5 
it. Price, 40c. each for large plants; extra large plants, 60C5 still larger, $1, postpaid. est 
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| Flower and the Rainbow Cactus; 
THESE 6 BEAUTIFUL PLANTS FRE 
iBY MAIL ON RECEIPT OF $1.25. 
TH QUEEN GAGIUS 
Phyllocactus Latifrons. 
ras HIS is undoubtedly the Grandest of all 
the Cacti, and one that should be grown 
by every person in the land. Indeed, if any 
one was to ask me for only one cactus, this 
is the one that I would recommend. Asa pot plant, 
j it often blooms when only one year old, and unlike 
Hinany other Cacti, it will do so at various times 
| throughout the season, beginning from April until 
way into October. It will also grow well in the 3) 
shade, an advantage not possessed by any other >| 
Cacti. The flowers are a wonder indeed, frequently 4’ 
| measuring 30 inches in circumference, and & 
composed of hundreds of delicate petals, pure & 
white within and clear yellow on the outside. 
j The center of the flowers is gracefully encircled by ¢ 
waxy-like filaments which seem to be in motion 
jall the time. The delicious odor of the flowers 
pervades a whole room. Wherever it blooms crowds 
flock to see it. To proye what a. grand plant it 
makes I give an illustration Copied faithfully, from 
a photograph (made by flash light) of a plant which 
is in the possession of a Germantown fancier. This 
plant has had more than 50 flowers open at 
fone time, and considerably more than one hun- 
dred in a season. It must be temémbered also 
|that the flowers open at about sunset, and it is 
wonderful to see them expand: gradually, which 
| they doin about a half hour. It can be grown in 
Hany kind of soil and requires no special treatment, 
4 whatever. Having growna large stovk I can offer 
very fine plants at 35 cents'each postpaid ; larger 
plants from $1 to $5. a Ee 
| This and the Rainbow Cactus 
fare the best Cacti to grow for 
blooming, being entirely dis- 
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jtinct. 1 will mailone good plant 
iof each, to same address, 60c. 
“V ‘S(O “va ‘erad Peper, 920748 3100 TLAL 
