lo ELLIV ANGER &- BARRY'S CATALOGUE OF 



SCILLA (Squills). 



A very pretty class of small Bulbs. Flower about the same time as the Crocus- and Snowdrop. 

 They should be planted in clumps of a dozen or more ; perfectly hardy. 



Siberica — (Siberian Squill), sky blue. 15 cents per ten. 



Campanulata — Blue, long spikes, very late, beautiful. 25 cents per ten. 



nUSCARI BOTRYOIDES (Grape Hyacinth). 



Slender spikes of blue flowers ; very pretty. 15 cents per ten. 



CHIONODOXA LUCILIAE 



(Glory of the Snow). 



One of the earliest and most charming of spring flowering 

 Bulbs, blooming with or before the Crocus. Flowers arranged in 

 spikes and of a lovely blue color with white, star-shaped centers. 

 Perfectly hardy. Should be planted in masses. Merits a place in 

 every garden. 35 cents per ten. 



CHIOiNODOXA. 



HERBACEOUS P/EONIES. 



Can best be planted in the autumn. The plant for the million! Best substitute for the Rhododendron! 



It is surprising that so noble a flower should be so neglected. The first point in its favor is hardi- 

 ness. In the severest climates the plants require no other protection than that which they afford them- 

 selves. Then their vigorous habit and healthy growth, freedom from all diseases and insects, are 

 important arguments in favor of their cultivation. Each succeeding year adds to their size and beauty. 

 The foliage is rich and glossy, and of a beautiful deep green color, thus rendering the plants very orna- 

 mental even when out of flower. No other flower is so well adapted for large, showy bouquets. The 

 P^eony may be planted either singly on the lawn or in borders. When the lawn is extensive a large 

 bed makes a grand show. They blossom through June. 



" The value of tlie P.-eonia for the adornment of the garden is unquestioned ; its bold, spreading mass of leafage, its massive flowers 

 and rich color render it especially useful for the production of distinct effects in garden scenery. It also possesses a high degree of 

 utility for the embellishment of indoor apartments, particularly on festive occasions, as they can be employed to great advantage either 

 alone or in association with groups of plants. 



The Paeonia is regarded without a rival among herbaceous perennials for borders, and those who have large gardens should also 

 remember that in bold masses on the grass and in clumps alongside woodland walks, they appear to great advantage, the flowers being 

 especially effective when th^y have a background of dark-leaved shrubs. 



The Paeonia is an old garden favorite, but of late years the hybridist has been busily at work raising new varieties, and as a result 

 we have a great diversity in form and color of the handsome flowers which contribute materially to the attraction of the flower garden 

 in June." — Garde?ter s Magazine. 



We have a superb collection, including the most distinct varieties. Price 35 cents each ; collection 

 of 12 choice varieties as follows, for $3,00. 



Atnbroise Verschaffelt — Purplish crimson ; one of the fmest. 



Charles Verdier — Lilac rose ; superb. 



Delachii — Dark purplish crimson, fine. 



Edulis — Violet rose ; very full and sweet. 



Fulgida — Crimson ; fine. 



Globosa grandiflora — White, large globular flowers ; one of the best white. 



Louis Van Houtte — (Calot.) Bright purple cherry ; large, fragrant, very fine. 



Modeste — (Guerin.) Deep rose ; distinct and fine. 



Monsieur Boucharlat — Bright rosy lilac ; late, fragrant, superb. 



Papaveriflora— White tinged with yellow ; beautiful. 



Rubra Triuniphans— Dark purplish crimson, very sweet, distinct. 



Violacea — Deep violet purple ; very large and fine. 



Within the last few years there have been introduced a very large number of varieties, some very 

 fine and quite distinct from any heretofore offered, others of only ordinary merit. We have taken great 

 pains in testing them, to weed out the indifferent sorts, and can now offer a superb collection. For list 

 of varieties and prices see our General Catalogue. 



