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DREER'S GARDEN CALENDAR. 



Hoirje Mid GreenKou^e PI&12I5, 



Anthericum Vittatum Variegatum. Desirable for 

 centres of baskets, vases, etc. Long, narrow foliage, 

 striped white. 25 cts. each. 



Asparagus Plumosiis Nanus. 



ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. 



The stems of this extremely elegant plant are tutted, 

 slender and gracefully arching. From the upper portions 

 the branches, which are finer than the fronds of the most 

 delicate Fern, spread in all directions. The whole plant 

 is of a bright cheerful green. It is one of the most dis- 

 tinct and effective decorative plants for the stove or warm 

 conservatory. $2.00 each. 



ASPARAGUS TENUISSIMUS. 



A beautiful species of climbing habit. Remarkable for 

 the extreme delicacy of its foliage; the leaves are longer 

 and of a lighter tint than those of A. Plumosus Nanus. 

 As a decorative plant for the stove or warm conservatory 

 it is very striking, and for contrast with the foliage of 

 other plants it is one of the most effective. Like A. Plu- 

 mosus Nanus, the sprays retain their beauty a long time 

 wlien cut. 25 to 50 cts. each ; $2.50 per doz. 





AZALEA INDICA. 



(Chinese Azalea.) 

 Beautiful plants for window or conservatory decoration. 

 The ease with which they can be grown and their diver- 

 sity of color will always keep them in public favor. 

 They force readily, are perfectly hardy south of Washing- 

 ] ton, and if protected by cold frames can be safely kept 

 over winter even in the North. The collection we offer 

 j comprises the cream of the best continental establishments. 

 AVe can supplv plants at 25 cts., 50 cts., 75 cts., $1.00 

 and $1.50 each ; $2.00, $5.00, $9.00 and $15.00 per dozen. 



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ACHIMEN'ES. 



ACHIMENES. 



Tropical plants for summer blooming ; the scaly tubers 

 must be preserved entirely dry during winter. In early 

 spring, pot in peat, sand, and a little light soil. They de- 

 light in heat, moisture and shade while growing, but in a 

 cooler temperature when in bloom. Do not water the 

 foliage. Excellent for baskets. 6 choice varieties named. 

 20 cts. each ; $2.00 per doz. 



ANTHERICUM. 



Picturatnm. A most distinct and handsome variety, 

 differing from the well-known Antheiieum 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. 



Amaryllis Hybrids. 



AMARYLLIS. 



Beautiful flowering bulbs, which should fii:d a place in 



every garden. They force readily, and by proper care can 



be had in bloom during the whole year. 



Anlica, Lily of the Palace. Dark crimson, large and 

 fine. $1.50 each. 



Belladonna Major. Bright rose pink. 20 cts. each. 



Formosissima (Jacobsean Lily). Crimson, blooming 

 early in the summer. The flowers have a most grace- 

 ful appearance. 20 cts. ; $2.00 per doz. 



Hybrids of Vittata. White ground, striped with red. 

 $1.00 each. 



Hybrids of Vittata. Red ground, striped with white. 

 $1.00 each. 



Johnsoni. Very large flower of a rich crimson scarlet 

 color, striped with white. 75 cts. ; $7.50 per doz. 



