WM. C. B1LCKE/RT, ALIXQH^NY, PA. 29 



Novelties and New Introductions in Flower Seeds 



Aster, Waldersee 



Very distinct. Forms small, compact bushes measuring only 8 to 9 

 inches in height and 8 to 9 inches across, and is borne on a short, strong 

 stem. Presents a splendid appearance in its early -flowering stage on 

 account of its regular globular shape and wealth of bloom. Flowers 

 delicate rose, edged white; small and very double. Pkt. 25 cts. 



Aster, Ostrich Plume, Terra-Cotta 



Very distinct new color. Flowers over 5 inches across, and of a terra- 

 cotta shade. Excellent for cutting. Pkt. 20 cts. 



Comet Aster, "Empress Frederick" 



A splendid introduction of great merit. Plant dwarf, compact, sturdy 

 and thick-set habit. Flowers of the purest white, 4 to 5 inches diameter- 

 and of elegant 

 globular form. The 

 main stem produces 

 a superb flower of 

 extra large size, 

 which is surrounded 

 by other fine flowers 

 on side shoots to 

 the number of 8 or 

 12. Fine as a pot 

 Aster. Pkt. 20c. 



Dahlia, "Twentieth Century" 



(See also page 46) 



Fine, fern-like foliage, upright branching habit, and an early and ex- 

 tremely profuse bloomer. The illustration on page 45 shows types of 

 flowers as produced from seed. Pkt. 25 cts. 



Delphinium elatum hybridum nanum 



(SEMI-DWARF PERENNIAL LARKSPUR) 



The plant of this semi -dwarf class never attains a height of more than 

 3 to 3% feet, and develops a splendid and long-continued show of bloom; 

 of candelabra-like habit, and produces extra large flowers in all shades of blue, 

 from the lightest celestial to the deepest indigo, producing a fine effect when 

 in full bloom. If sown early they will bloom the first season. Pkt. 25 cts. 



Dwarf Erfurt Double Pink 



(Dianthus plumarius nanus 11. pi.) 

 Habit of growth very compact, and coming into bloom quite a fortnight 

 earlier than any other variety. They attain an average height of about 12 

 inches. Flowers possess fine spicy fragrance, and vary in profuse colors 

 and shades. Plants quite hardy and of easiest culture. Pkt. 25 cts. 



Gaillardia, Large-Flowering Semi-Double 



This new perennial variety attains a height of 2 feet; throws up large, 

 sturdy flower-stalks, crowned with giant flowers measuring nearly 4 inches 

 across. Flowers vary from light to deep golden yellow, oftimes tinged at 

 the base with aurora or wine-red, forming a brilliant contrast. Pkt. 25 cts. 



DWARF ERFURT DOUBLE PINK. 



