NEW HARDY PBEPETEAL FLOWERING CABNATION EMPEROR 



Believed to be 

 one of the finest 

 and most valuable 

 of its class ever in- 

 troduced. In 

 flowers, foliage and 

 fragrance it closely 

 resembles the finest 

 varieties of Carna- 

 tions ; it is a true 

 perpetual bloomer, 

 flowering constant- 

 ly all through the 

 season from June 

 to December. The 

 flowers are dark, 

 rich crimson, ele- 

 gantly fringed and 

 delightfully clove 

 scented. The plant 

 is entirely hardy in all ordi- 

 nary situations, needs no pro- 

 tection, and is sure to bloom continuously 

 all through the season. It is largely planted by those 

 io know its value. 20 cts. each ; 2 for 40 cts.; 5 for $1. 

 New Hardy White Garden Pink— Snow.— A beautiful pure 

 white hardy Pink; profuse bloomer, large double flowers; very 

 fragrant; neat, compact habit ; fine for borders, edging, etc. 20 

 cts.; 3 for 50 cts.; 6 for $1; 12 for $2; $12 per 100. 

 new hardy perpetual flower- Alba Fimbriata( White Fring-ed Pink) .— A beautiful pure white 

 1NG carnation emperor. garden pink, elegantly fringed; clove scented; very double; 



blooms profusely; perfectly hardy; needs no protection in Winter; very pretty, compact habit ; makes 

 nice edging or border for beds and walks. 20 cts. each ; 3 for 50 cts.; 6 for $1 ; 12 for $2 ; $12 per 100. 

 Special Offer.— The set of 3 hardy Garden Pinks described above for 50 cts. 



SWEET MAY PINKS. 



These pretty Pinks are entirely hardy and of dwarf compact growth, very suitable for edges and bor- 

 ders, cemetery planting, etc. The flowers are borne in great profusion, are perfectly double, clove scented 

 and very sweet ; the colors are mostly various shades of maroon, carmine and pink on white grounds. 

 Laura Wilmere. — Dark crimson, white laced. 

 Prince Arthur. — White, rich maroon markings. 

 Alfred Harrington. — Rich maroon, marked white. 



Pumila. — Scarlety maroon, white markings. 

 Juliet. — Cherry red, variegated pink and white. 

 Gertrude. — Rosy carmine, veined silvery white. 



Price. — 12 cts. each; 3 for 30 cts.. set of 6 for 60 cts.; $1 per doz. 



New Magnolia-Scented Moon-Flower. 



(IPOMCEA NOCTIFLORA.) 

 "We have again prepared an enormous stock of splendid plants, all propagated 

 from well-ripened blooming wood, grown in the open air on our grounds. We, there- 

 fore, guarantee every plant we send out as being the TRUE, MAGNOLIA-SCENTED 



MOON-FLOWER, sure to bloom the first season. The plant is a remarkably strong and rapid 

 grower; a single vine has been known to cover 25 square feet in a very short time. It is a wonderfully 

 profuse bloomer; upwards of a thousand Buds and blowers are frequently seen on a single vine. It will 

 grow in any ordinary situation. The flowers are quite large, being 4 to 6 inches in diameter, and of a 

 beautiful silvery or moon-like whiteness ; they are delightfully perfumed, with a rich Magnolia odor, and 

 are open in greatest profusion in the evening and on cloudy days. 



Price, strong plants, rj cts. each; 2 for 25 cts.; 5 for 60 cts.; $1.40 per doz. 



THE BLUE MOON-FLOWER, (ipomcea learii.) 



This distinct and charming Novelty is valuable on account of being in beautiful and striking contrast 

 with the true White Moon- Flower (described above); habit of growth and flowering is the same. The color 

 is exquisite clear, satiny blue, with well-defined crimson bars, very distinct. We recommend planting the 

 Blue Moon-Flower with the White one (I. Noctiflora). Price, strong plants, 20 cts. each; 3 for 50 cts.; 

 6 for $1. The Blue Moon- Flower and White Moon-Flower, one plant of each, 30 cts. 



The BJew Hardy Passion Flower, Constance Elliott, is an elegant 



climbing vine. Commences to bloom when quite small, and continues during the season. The flowers are 

 large, remarkably handsome and attractive, and highly perfumed. Color, pure ivory white, with raised 

 centre. Hardy in open ground, if given a light covering of leaves or litter during Winter. Makes a fine 

 window plant and is valuable for cemetery, etc. Price, 30 cts. Both varieties of Passiflora for 50 cts. 



I*aSSiflora Coerulea. — The Hardy Blue Passion Flower is a beautiful hardy climber, with 

 large deep blue flowers; very handsome and desirable ; hardy with slight protection. Price, 30 cts. 



Hydrangea OtakSa.— A magnificent flowering shrub, with immense trusses of flowers, fre- 

 quently twelve inches across ; color, bright rosy pink, contrasting finely with other sorts. The plant is of 

 low bushy growth, and should have a light covering of straw, leaves or evergreen branches during Winter. 

 35 cts.; 3 for $1 ', ^3.50 per doz. 



Fancy-Leaved Caladiums. — Fancy-leaved Caladiums have splendid large leaves, beau- 

 tifully spotted, margined and variegated with white, pink, scarlet and other bright colors. They are best 

 suited for pot culture in house, conservatory or shaded situation. Price, 40 cts. each ; $3.50 per doz. 



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