CHOICEST HARDY PERENNIALS. 



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New Hybrid Hibiscus. 



This splendid New Hardy Hybrid Hibiscus 

 was produced after long and careful hybridi- 

 zation of the Moschatus and Californicus 

 types. The flowers are produced in great 

 profusion ; they are somewhat cup-shaped and 

 of immense size, frequently measuring 6 to 8 

 inches in diameter. The colors range from pure 

 white through all shades of blush and pink to 

 bright rosy crimson. They bloom during July 

 and August, and continue in bloom a long 

 time; the plants are perfectly hardy, growing 

 from the root every Spring and forming large 

 clumps 3 to 4 feet high, and nearly as wide. 

 IS cts. each ; 4 for 50 cts. Larger, 20 cts.; 

 3 for 50 cts. 



Igjj New Hybrid Hibiscus Seed. 



The New Hybrid Hibiscus described above 

 can be easily raised from seed ; most of the 

 seedlings bloom the first season and make fine, 

 showy clumps the second year. The seed we 

 offer was saved from our own plants the past 

 season, and includes all colors. Price, per 

 pkt., 10 cts.; 3 pkts., 25 cts.; 7 pkts., 50 cts.; 

 oz., $1. 



NEW HYBRID HIBISCUS. 



Platycodon Qrandiflora. 



We highly recommend these splendid plants from Japan, which are 

 of dwarf, compact habit of growth; growing to a height of 3 feet 

 and producing throughout the Summer months great numbers of star- 

 shaped flowers, which bear a striking resemblance to Gladiolus blooms. 

 These superb plants are perfectly hardy, increase in size and become 

 more floriferous with age and are sure to attract great attention; 

 should be in every collection. We can now supply fine strong roots 

 that will bloom the present season. 



Alba. — This is a grand variety; strong, vigorous grower; pretty 

 bell-shaped flowers of a lovely pearly white color. Large two-year 

 roots, 15 cts. each ; 4 for 50 cts. Extra large, 20 cts. each ; 3 for 

 50 cts. 



Ccerulea. — A compact, upright grower, requiring no support; 

 beautiful sky-blue flowers of large size, which are borne on stiff 

 stems. Adapted to any soil or locality. Large two-year roots, 15 cts. each; 4 for 50 cts 

 Extra large, 20 cts. each ; 3 for 50 cts. 



Special Offer. — One each of the two grand Platycodons described above in two- 

 year roots for 25 cts.; one each extra-large size, 35 cts. 



IRIS IOEMPEFERII, CALYPSO AND GLORIOSA. 



Iris Kaempeferii. 



This, the Japanese class, is the grandest of all Irises. It 

 is entirely hardy and lasts for years, increasing in size and 

 beauty. A clump of these Irises is a very attractive sight ; 

 glossy, luxuriant blades standing close, upright and stately, 

 3 to s feet high. The flowers are borne on strong stems, 

 and are truly magnificent, 6 to 8 inches across, beautiful in 

 form and glorious in color. The flowers come in profusion 

 during July and last a long time; a single root will make a 

 fine clump. 



Arthur Silbrand. — Single white, slightly dusted with 

 a delicate shade of lilac; centre deep. 20 cts. each. 



Calypso. — Color light lilac, changing to white ; centre 

 of flower a delicate shade of purple; bright and very dis- 

 tinct markings (see cut). 15 cts. each. 



Cordelia. — Single; color a beautiful shade of sky blue, 

 with rich yellow centre ; one of the best. 20 cts. each. 



Dictator.— Double; flowers deep purple, with clear 

 yellow throat; large and very attractive. 20 cts. each. 



Gloriosa*. — One of the most striking of all; large semi- 

 double flowers, measuring 6 to 8 inches across ; color deep 

 royal blue, with rich yellow throat (see cut). 15 els. 

 each. 



Harlequin. — Single ; clear white, tinged with lilac ; 

 distinct white markings. 20 cts. each. 



Romeo. — Double, very large; color deep maroon, ex- 

 ceedingly attractive. 20 cts. each. 



The Bride. — Semi-double; beautiful pure white, with a 

 delicate tinge of yellow in centre. 20 cts. each. 



Special Offer.— The set of eight grand Irises described 

 above for $1.20; any 3 varieties for 50 cts. 



