HARDWY BAMBOOS (Bambusa). 
All the Hardy Bamboos grow best where the soil is rich, moist 
and well drained. They do not thrive in stiff, hard clay. 
During the summer months it is advisable to mulch small or 
newly planted specimens until well established with a mixture of 
The mulch should not be removed, but 
rather added, on the advent of cold weather, and with species 
which have been untried in any locality they should get protection 
over the crowns in winter, because, while well-established plants 
might prove perfectly hardy, those which are in the process of be- 
coming established are more likely to succumb to freezing weather. 
During the growing period the plants should receive an abundance 
of water. 
Bamboos require a sheltered position—that is, a place in which 
the soft, tender shoots will not be whipped about by the wind. 
They stand out most strikingly with a background of almost any 
of our native trees, with the possible exception of the willow, the 
leaves, moss and manure. 
leaves of which are too similar in outline to give a striking contrast, 
Nothing is more effective than a clump of Bamboos on the borders 
of ponds, lakes, or on the banks of streams, especially where there 
is rising land beyond. 
Aurea. A distinct and beautiful species; grows 15 to 20 feet 
high, with straight yellowish stems and light green foliage. 
BamBusA AUREA ON THE MARGIN OF ONE OF OUR LILY Ponps 
(See cut.) $1.00 each. 
Auricoma. A dwarf golden variegated variety, which is very 
ornamental; grows about 3 feet high. $1.00 each. 
GUNNERA (Chilian Rhubarb). 
Scabra. Probably the noblest of all hardy perennial decora- 
tive foliage plants, a well-grown plant attaining a height of 5 
Fortunei Variegata. A handsome dwarf evergreen variety, 
with green and white variegated foliage; grows about 18 
inches high, and makes an elegant subject for the rockery. 
75 cts. each. 
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 ad- 
Henonis. A graceful species, with shiny green foilage, of visable, but they should be sheltered from severe winds, and 
dense growth and much branched yellowish green stems; 10 must never suffer for the want of water. Ample winter pro- 
0 15 feet. $1.00 each. E ‘ tection should be provided. 75 cts. each. 
Metake. A handsome evergreen species; 6 to 10 feet high; 
large deep green foliage. $1.00 each. 
Simoni. Height, 15 to 20 feet; leaves 8 to 12 inches long; 
erect, slender growth, branches in dense clusters. $1.00 each. 
Viminalis. A dwarf sort, 14 to 2 feet high, stems zigzag, 
dark green, sheaths purple, leaves 2 to 3 inches long, about 
an inch wide, ovate in outline. $1.00 each. 
One plant each of the 7 Bamboos, an interesting collection, 
for $6.00. 
GYPSOPHILA (Baby’s Breath). 
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. 
Cerastioides. A fine variety for the rockery, growing but 3 
inches high, and producing from June to August small white 
flowers marked with pink. 25 cts. each; $2.50 per doz. 
A beautiful old-fashioned plant, possessing a grace not 
When in bloom during July and August 
it forms a symmetrical mass 2 to 3 feet in height, and as much through, 
Paniculata. 
found in any other perennial. 
of minute pure white flowers, forming a beautiful gauze-like appear- 
ance. When cut it is exquisite in combination with other flowers. 15 
cts. each; $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100. 
Paniculata Flore Plena (Double-flowering Baby’s Breath). This 
comparatively recent introduction is being grown by the tens of thou- 
sands to supply 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. 
One each of the 4 varieties for 80 cts. 
SPECIAL CATALOGUE OF 
DREER’S OLD-FASHIONED HARDY PLANTS 
With plans of Hardy Borders, and much valuable information. 
Copies free on request. 
GypsopHILA PanicuLaTA FL. PL. 
The article on the making and care of a Hardy Border on pages 195 and 196 should be of assistance to the beginner 
