The Blossoms of Old-Time Gardens Have Been Wonderfully Improved in Size and Coloring 



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SALVIA (Flowering Sage) Unrivalled for its dazzling color 

 in masses or as a hedge, Scarlet Sage maintains its popu- 

 larity from year to year. The dense dark green foliage 

 of the compact plants forms a fine background for the 

 countless spikes of tubular florets. The blue varieties are less 

 showy, but for beauty of coloring or as cut flowers they are 

 very desirable. Although Salvias are perennial and will live 

 on in a mild climate, they should be treated as annuals and 

 will bloom readily the first season if started early indoors. 

 Early Bonfire [tP-18 in.] An early type of Scarlet Sage ; rather 

 dwarf, but it grows evenly and bears a wealth of blossoms. 

 M oz. 75c; pkt. 10c 



Harbinger (tP-lft.) The ear'.iest Scarlet Salvia; 

 plants are compact and covered with blossoms. 

 Pkt. 25c 



Splendens [tP-2 ft.] This vigorous Scarlet Sage 



is a large flowered, early strain 



li oz. 60c; pkt. 10c 



Patens [tP-18 in.] One of the finest indigo blue "^ 

 flowers known, less branching than other va- 

 rieties but attractive in the mixed border. Pkt. 15c 



Farinacea [hhP-3 ft.] Above a dense tuft of 

 leaves rise tall slender spikes ringed at intervals 

 with small tubular light blue florets dusted with 



a powdery bloom. Desirable for cutting 



3^ oz. 50c; pkt. 15c 



Sand Verbena (See Abronia) 



SAPONARIA (Soapwort, Bouncing Bet) [hA-6 in.] Blanketed 

 with starry little blossoms during most of the summer, this 

 satisfactory edging plant can be used as an attractive 

 temporary filler among the permanent plants in a rock 

 garden or in the front of the border. The dense foliage is 

 bright green, and the blossoms are gay rosy scarlet. 



Multiflora Compacta Red 3^ oz. 50c; pkt. 10c 



SCABIOSA (Pin Cushion Flower) Garden enthusiasts for 

 many generations have been fascinated by the difi'erent 

 members of this flower family. Our selections comprise 

 the most decorative varieties of the annual and hardy 

 types. All are very satisfying while growing in the open and 

 make desirable flowers for bouquets. 



Large Flowered Double (Mourning Bride) [hA-2}4 ft. 

 Upright plant decorated with a good supply of toothed 

 foliage from the base of which rise numerous tall wiry 

 stalks. These bear terminal blooms about 2 inches across 

 composed of compactly set tubular florets with dome- 

 shaped centers. From the central florets project long 

 stamens much as though pins were stuck into a cushion. The 

 flowers are fragrant and are produced in great abundance. 



Ageratum Blue Red 



Maroon Rose 



Peach Blossom White 



Yellow 



Any one of the above: ^ oz. 30c; pkt. 10c 

 Mixed i^ oz. 40c; pkt. 10c 



Caucasica [hP-2 ft.] From a base of pale green lance-like 

 leaves rise several straight leafless flower stalks about 18 

 inches long crowned with saucer-shaped blooms, 3 inches 

 or more across. The flower is made up of an outer row of 

 fluffy petaled florets and inner rings of massed tubular 

 petals often with the center remaining in bud. A beautiful 

 hardy sort, ideal in the permanent border, and blooming 

 through the summer months. 

 Lavender Blue A beautiful shade Pkt. 15c 



Columbaria [hP-18 in.] This is a South African form closely 

 related to the Caucasica type. In habit it is more dwarf 

 and somewhat more spreading and is graced with finely cut 

 foliage. The flowers average 2 to 2)^ inches across, and the 

 fluted florets form dense heads. The stems are long and 

 slender, splendid for cutting. 



Lavender Rich mauve tone. Pink Deep rosy pink. 



Pkts. 15c each 



Salpiglossis 



It Grows Well in Sandy Soil and Partial Shade 



SALPIGLOSSIS (Painted Tongue) Large Flowered [hA- 

 23>'2 ft.] For delicate grace, richness of coloring, and 

 velvety texture the regal Salpiglossis has practically no 

 equal. From a low base of leaves rise slender wiry stalks 

 which bear one or more large lily-like flowers in a magnifi- 

 cent range of colors. The gold veining of their deep throats 

 is often pronounced and adds to their beauty. It is of 

 easy culture and a great favorite in the open and for 



cuttmg. 



Blue and Gold 

 Brown and Gold 

 Velvety Red 



Popple and Gold 

 Rose and Gold 

 Velvety Violet 



Crimson 



Any one of the above: H oz. 50c; pkt. 10c 



Superb Mixed M oz. 40c; pkt. 10c 



Scarlet Flax (See Linum) 



SCARLET RUNNER BEAN [hA-10 ft.] Brilliant sprays of 

 scarlet pea-shaped blossoms decorate this rapid growing 

 pole or runner Bean. The large leaves form a dense mat of 

 foliage. Following the vivid flowers, the plant bears long 

 pods of superior flavor although somewhat stringy, and 

 when more mature it produces excellent green shell Beans. 

 Hence it fills a dual role, being valuable for food as well as 

 for ornament Lb. 40c; pkt. 10c 



