194 111 HtMADREER -JHIIADftPmA-W -tigf HARDY PER6MMIAL PLANTS 



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HELIANTHUS 



(Hardy Sunflowers) 



The perennial Sunflowers are among the most effective hardy 



plants for large borders for planting among shrubbery, or as clumps 



on the lawn. They are remarkably free-flowering, will succeed 



in any soil, and are invaluable for decorative purposes, or as cut 



flowers during the summer and autumn. 



Ciiganteus. A native variety with medium-sized bright canary- 

 yellow flowers in September and October ; 6 feet. 



Maximilian!. The latest of all, perfecting its fine 

 golden yellow flowers in long, graceful sprays dur- 

 ing October, when all others have finished flower- 

 ing ; invaluable for cutting ; 5 to 7 feet. 



Mollis. Large, single lemon-yellow flowers with 

 downy white foliage ; blooms in August and Sep- 

 tember ; 4 feet. 



Multiflorus Fl. PI. (Double Hardy Sunflower). 

 Large, double Dahlia-like golden-yellow flowers in 

 great profusion during July and August ; 4 feet. 

 (See cut. ) 



Multiflorus riaximus. A gigantic single variety, 

 growing from 5 to 6 feet high, producing immense 

 single golden-yellow flowers from 6 to 8 inches across 

 from July to August ; one of the finest. 



Orgyalis. A tall variety, 6 feet high, with medium-sized single- 

 golden-yellow flowers during September. 



Rigidus Japonicus. One of the most desirable varieties, be- 

 ginning to bloom early in July and continuing until fall ; flowers 

 golden-yellow, with dark centres; 5 feet. 



Wolley Dod. The best of the September-flowering varieties, 

 with deep yellow flowers; entirely distinct; 6 feet. 



Price. Any of the above, 20 cts. each; $2.00 per doz. ; $12.00 per 100. One each of 

 the 8 sorts for $1.35. 



Helianthus 

 Multiflorus Fl. Pl, 



Gypbophila Paniculata Fl. Pl. 



GUNNERA (Chilian Rhubarb) 



Scabra. Probably the noblest of all hardy perennial decorative foliage plants, 

 a well-grown plant attaining a height of 5 feet by 15 to 20 feet in diameter; 

 but to produce a satisfactory growth it must receive liberal treatment. Very 

 rich, deep, mellow soil is indispensable. Full exposure to the sun is advis- 

 able, but they should be sheltered from severe winds, and must never suffer 

 for the want of water. Ample winter protection should be provided. $1.00 

 each. 



GYPSOPHILA (Baby's B.eath) 

 The Gypsophilas will thrive in any soil in a sunny position, and on account 



of their gracefully arranged large panicles of minute flowers should be in every 



garden. 



Paniculata. A beautiful old-fashioned plant, possessing a grace not found in 

 any other perennial. When in bloom during July and August it forms a 

 symmetrical mass 2 to 3 feet in height, and as much through, of minute pure 

 white flowers, forming a beautiful gauze-like appearance. When cut it is 

 exquisite in combination with other flowers. 20 cts. each; $J.0O per doz. ; 

 $12.00 per 100. 



Paniculata Flore Plena (Double- flowering Baby' s Breath). This com- 

 paratively recent introduction is being grown by the tens of thousands to sup- 

 ply the leading professional decorators with most valuable material to use in 

 connection with other cut flowers. The pretty little double rosette-like 

 flowers are produced through July and August in large branching panicles 2 

 to 3 feet high, and are not only valuable for cutting for immediate use, but 

 can be cut and dried, retaining their beauty for months, and in addition to its 

 great value for cutting it is a most desirable plant in any hardy border. 

 30 cts. each ; $3.00 per doz.; $20.00 per 100. 



Repens. An elegant trailing plant for the rockery, with clouds of small 

 white flowers in July and August. 25 cts. each ; $2.50 per doz. 



We offer seeds of many of the Hardy Perennials. See Flower Seed Department, beginning on page 49 



