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Famous West Grove Cannas 



The introduction of these wonderful decorative plants in this 

 country is so woven into the history of West Grove that it is known 

 far and near as the home of magnificent plants. Cannas are easily 

 grown, and will thrive in almost any situation. 



Cannas are not hardy and should not be planted until danger of 

 frost is past. Take the roots up in the fall and store them in a warm, 

 dry place. 



No flowers will make such an attractive bed. Rapid in growth, 

 freedom of bloom and ornamental fpliage makes them so desirable 

 for planting in beds, on lawn or yard, and especially after early 

 blooming bulbs are done. 



Our stock proved itself in the fields last summer to be far superior 

 to any in the country, for strength of growth, freedom of bloom, 

 and length of the blooming period. 



American Beauty. Height 5 ft. A velvety carmine cerise. Every 

 stalk produces two heads of bloom well above the soft green foliage. 



Apricot. 4 feet. The color is a buff-yellow base overspread with sal- 

 mon-pink, making a mass effect of rich apricot. The chief charac- 

 teristic of this flower is its marvelous durability, for it stands 

 heavy rain and hot sun. The flowers of most Cannas are not 

 suitable for cutting, but Apricot is a notable exception. 



Nokomi9. 5 feet. Large, vivid crimson flowers with a rich silky 

 sheen on the petals. Rich bronze foliage. 



Buttercup. Bright, buttercup-yellow; extra large. Three feet. 



Golden Gate. 3H feet. Blooms when opening are almost pure 

 gold but soon change to orange-crimson and apricot, with deep 

 carmine red at throat. 



King Humbert. A glorious Canna. The finest we have ever seen. 

 Grows to a height of about 5 feet. Immense dark bronze foliage 

 with great heads of orange-scarlet flowers, striped crimson. 



King Midas. 5 feet. Very large flowers of glittering gamboge- 

 yellow. An outstanding variety, making glorious trusses on stems 

 as straight as an arrow. A true Canna aristocrat. 



Mrs. Alfred F. Conard. 4 feet. Color, a beautiful shade of salmon- 

 pink. Fowers of immense size. Producing blooms so freely as to 

 make a continuous show for several months. 



Panama. The orange-red petals are bordered with a broad edge of 

 golden yellow. Flowers large and overlapping. Free bloomer. 



President. Produces immense heads of glowing crimson flowers, 7 

 inches across the open bloom, on strong erect stalks well above the 

 foliage; 4 feet in height. 



Susquehanna. 3 ft. If you like old-rose-pink you have it in this 

 lovely Canna, and, in addition, the foliage is a most attractive 

 olive green and ebony. Blooms early and is useful for small 

 beds, a 



The Ambassador. 4 feet. Brilliant, large, cherry-red flowers, borne 

 freely on strong stems well above the healthy bronze foliage. 

 Splendid for bedding. This variety is spoken of as the "bronze- 

 leaved President." 



Yellow King Humbert. 4 feet. A sport from the bronze foliage 

 variety of the same name, but with blooms of yellow dotted with 

 red, and green foliage. So far has proved equally as good as King 

 Humbert. 



Mrs. Pierre S. DuPont. 3 to 4 ft. Single flowers very large and 

 form immense heads. Petals firm and bloom opens perfectly and 

 does not wilt in the hot sun. Color a vivid watermelon pink and 

 very attractive. The edge of the petals is wavy or crinkled. 

 Flower stems are strong and upright holding the heads well above 

 the healthy green foliage. Price, strong pot plants, $1.50 each 

 postpaid. 



Eureka. The best white. The large substantial flowers are freely 

 produced on vigorous upright stalks. 4)/£ feet. 



Mrs. Theo. Hall. Dwarf. Lovely shade of soft shell pink. 



All Cannas furnished in big, strong, pot-grown plants, 

 ready to bloom. 



Price, strong pot plants, except where otherwise noted, 30 

 cts. each, postpaid; $3.00 dozen. 



Otaheite Orange 



A dwarf reproduction of the genuine fruit-bearing orange tree, the 

 flowers being identical. It flowers and fruits in pots and blooms 

 continuously. Fragrance is delicious. Fruits immediately after 

 flowering. Fruit measures about three inches in diameter and is 

 edible. Strong young plants, 25 cts. each; 5 for $1.00; large 

 two-year-old plants, $1.00 each, postpaid. 



American Wonder Lemon. Largest Edible Lemon in the World — 

 actual weight 2 lbs. Large, dark green foliage; handsome, pure 

 white flowers, nearly as large as tuberose blooms, fragrant as orange 

 blossoms. The lemons have a thin rind for such large fruit, and 

 are full of rich, acid juice. The plants will produce their magnifi- 

 cent, large fruit under ordinary cultivation the second year, and will 

 prove a source of genuine delight. Strong plants. 25 cts. each; 

 5 for $1.00; heavy two-year-old plants, $1.00 each, postpaid, 



Rubber Plant-Ficus Elastica 



Will flourish under the most unfavorable conditions, and responds 

 most readily to good treatment. Its thick, glossy foliage is exceeding- 

 ly attractive and free from insect pests. Strong plants, 12 to 15 

 inches high, $1.00 each, postpaid. 



Altemantheras. Compact border plants for canna beds, etc. 

 Two colors, red and yellow variegated. 15c. each; 9 for $1.00; 

 $7.50 per 100. 



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