BEST PLANTS FOR GARDEN AND GREENHOUSE. 



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AgapantMs Umbellatus. 



l^Blue Lily of the Nile. J 



This is a splendid ornamental plant, bearing large 

 clusters of bright blue flowers on long flower stalks 

 .and lasting a long lime in bloom. There is no fine i 

 plant than this for oul-door decoration, planted in 

 large pots or tnbs on the lawn, terrace or piazza. It 

 does well in the house or greenhouse in winter, re- 

 quiring but slight protection. It is a rapid grower, 

 and increases ni size and beauty every year; the 

 chief point in its cultivation is to divide the plants 

 liefore the pots or tubs become overcrowded with 

 roots. With the most ordinary kind of care it is a 

 plant that will last for ever. Strong flowering 

 plants 50 cts. each ; extra strong, §1.00 each. 



Agapautlius XJnibellatus 

 Albus. 



A beautiful white flowering variety of the above. 

 Sl.OO each. 



Ananassa Sativa Variegata. 



The variegated form of the ordinary Pineapple 

 and is one of the 

 most beautiful plants; 

 leaves striped, white, 

 green and creamy 

 yellow with a red 

 tinge on the edges. 

 $2.50 to §6.00 each. 



Agapanthus Umbellatus. 



Allamanda 'Wardleyana. 



A very showy greenhouse climber, bearing large and 

 beautiful golden yellow flowers six inches in diameter. 

 It blooms in clusters and is superior in coloring and size to 

 any of the Allamandas. Will thrive in warm houses, though 

 greenhouse treatment enhances its beauty. 50 cts. each. 



Aiithericum 



Picturatum. 



A most distinct and handsome variety, 

 differing from the well-known Antheri- 

 cum Vittatum Variegatum in having a 

 bright yellow band running through the 

 centre of the leaf, edged with bright pea- 

 green ; as a plant for the embellishing 

 of window-boxes, baskets or vases, it is 

 invaluable. 50 cts. each; §5.00 per doz. 



Anthericimi Vittatum Varie- 

 gatum. Desirable for centres of 

 baskets, vases, etc. Long, narrow 

 foliage, striped white. 



25 cts. each ; $2.50 per doz. 



Alocasia Macrorliiza 

 Variegata. 



A strikingly handsome ornamental leaved plant, 

 foliage nearly as large as Caladium Esculentum, 

 light green, broadly splashed with white. Its easy 

 growth, combined with rich variegation, makes this 

 one of the most valuable exhibition plants. 



SI .50 each. 



Allamanda Wardleyana. 



ANTHEMIS COROXARIA FL. PL. 



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One of the most usefnl plants for bedding or pot culture lately introduced. 

 It bears its golden yellow double flowers profusely during the season, and can 

 be recommended as a first-class edging plant. 15 cts. each ; §1.50 per doz. 



ANTHURIUM. 



Anflreaiiuni. A beautiful plant with large, brilliant scarlet flowers of a 

 leathery texture; they remain in perfection for weeks. §2.00 each. 



Grande. Foliage bright, rich velvety green, principal veins elegantly banded 

 with silvery white; when young the leaves are of a violet rose color, 

 beautifully marked ; a mo=t usefid exhibition plant. §1.00 to $1.50 each. 



Scherzerianum. One of the most striking and dwarf-flowering stove plants, 

 producing beautiful brilliant scarlet flowers, each of which remains from 

 two to three months in bloom. $1.00 each. 

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Alocasia Macrorhiza Vakiegata. 



