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flower rose color; centre of a much deeper 

 tint, the roots well developed, to insure 

 early procure strong plants then plant deep- 

 ly, in good, well drained soil. The vine 

 blooms the second year after planting. 25 

 . and 50c. each. 



Aristolochia elegans. A variety of 

 the well known 'Dutchman's pipe,' 1 '' of 

 vigorous growth and quite hardy in our 

 climate. It is a profuse bloomer, bearing 

 large flowers of a rich purple color with 

 irregular branched markings of creamy 

 white and golden yellow center with rich 

 velvety purple. The plant is one of the 

 most thankful of all climbers, blooming 

 when quite young and continuing to do so 

 the whole summer. Will stand our winter 

 without protection. Strong plants 15 and 

 25 cents each- 



Bignonia. Trumpet Creeper— One of 

 our handsomest hardy perennials, bearing 

 large clusters of orange red flowers freely 

 during summer, and always attracting num- 

 bers of humming birds. Mostly grown on 

 trees or walls, though it can be cut back 

 and restrained. Usual height, ten to thirty 

 feet. Price, 35, 50, 75 cents and $1.00. 



Fine Hardy Clematis. Those who 

 have seen the magnificent masses of ex- 

 quisite flowers produced by Jackmanni 

 Superba and other choice varieties of Eng- 

 lish Clematis, do not need to be told that 

 these Clematis are undoubtedly the mcst 

 beautiful of all flowering vines. The flow- • 

 ers are grandly beautiful and of very large 

 size, often measuring from 4 to 6 inches in 

 diameter, and are borne in gorgeous wreaths 

 and clusters of bloom that hang in graceful 

 festoons from the vine during July and Au- 

 gust, forming an array of entrancing beauty 

 that delights every beholder. The colors 

 run from intense sky blue to ro3 ? al purple 

 and pearly white, making a most agreeable 

 contrast. The vines are of slender wiry 

 growth and require support that they can 

 twine around, like a rod, pole or wire. 

 They like good rich ground, and if some- 

 what damp and moist and partially shaded, 

 so much the better. The north side of the 

 house or portico is often the best place for 

 them. They are quite hardy, but it is gen- 

 erally desirable to shade them from warm 

 sun at least 24 hours after severe freezing in 

 warm climates. We offer strong plants on 

 their own roots, superior to grafted plants. 



Clematis Jackmani — Purple, immense 

 flowers. 



Clematis JackmaniSuperba — Immense 

 pure white flowers. 



Clematis, The Gem — Deep lavender, 

 very striking; any of the above, first size, 

 75c. each; extra size $1.00 each. 



Clematis PaniculaTa— One of the most 

 beautiful of our hardy flowering vines. The 

 flowers are pure white and are borne in 

 great panicles or clusters of bloom, fairly 



covering the plants so that it is a mass or 

 sheet of fleecy white. The fragrance is de- 

 licious, resembling the English Hawthorn 

 blossoms and so subtle and penetrating that 

 a large plant in bloom fills the air with its- 

 exquisite fragrance. It begins to bloom late 

 in August or early in Septembes when other 

 hardy climbers are out of bloom. Grows 

 quickly and strongly, reaching a height of 

 15 to 20 feet. Hardy in all sections of the 

 country. There is no better hardy vine; it 

 should be found growing in every yard or 

 garden in the land. Strong field grown 

 plants 25 and 50 cents each. 



Climbing Cobae 



Cobaea. A rapid growing climber, at- 

 taining a length of 15 to 30 feet in a single 

 year, and bearing an abundance of large, 

 beautiful bell-shaped flowers. 



Scandens — Rich purple flowers, 2 inches 

 long, i]/ 2 inches across. 15c each; $1.50 

 per dozen. 



Clerodendron Balfouri. A most satis- 

 factory plant for pot culture, a vigorous, 

 rapid and healthy grower, producing an 

 abundance of blooms, which are bright 

 crimson surmounted by pearly white petals, 

 affording a striking contrast against the 

 dark green foliage. Likes partial shade. 

 Strong plants, 25 and 50 cents each. 



Ipomea Bona Nox. Large flowering 

 evening glory, a great grower of wonderful- 

 ly immense white flowers measuring 5 to 6 

 inches in diameter. Price, 15c. each. 



Hardy English Ivy. Well known Ivy 

 of rapid growth either as a climber or for 

 covering stumps, unsightly fences, graves 

 and shady spots where grass will not grow. 

 Give plenty water early spring and summer; 

 leaves beautifully marked and variegrted. 

 25 and 30 cents each. 



I/Onicera. Honeysuckle. — Aurea reti- 

 culata. Golden netted; a remarkable vari- 

 ety; leaves bright green, beautifully netted 

 all over with golden veins, leaves and stems 

 changing to bright crimson in the autumn; 

 a beautiful plant. 35 to 50 cents each. 



Budding Knives and Tree Budders, always a full suppiy, best Germal 



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