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FREDERICK W. KELSEY. 



Roses. 



AIAMAN COChKT ROSF;s, (Seepage66.) 



The Demand for Choice Roses, both for planting in the open ground iind for forcing- purjjoses, 

 is constantly increasing from year to year. In order to meet this increased demand unusual facilities 

 are now offered in supplj-ing all of the best Roses of reliable quality and condition, and fine plants in 

 great variety and of various sizes are furnished at reasonable prices. 



For Convenient Reference each class of the hardy Roses for bedding purposes and of the Roses 

 for forcing are arranged under separate classification. 



Plants are Furnished on "own roots" or " budded," grown as the varieties best succeed. 



All of the Hardy Roses, such as the Hvhrid Perpetual, Climbing Roses, Moss Roses, Rucjosas 

 and WicHUARiANA can be advantageously and successfully planted either in autumn or in spring. For 

 the Bourbon and Noisette Roses, Hybrid Tea and Tea Roses spring planting is preferable. 



All Roses, especially the hardy Roses for planting in the open ground, should be closely pruned 

 when planted ; and all Roses are better both in flower and foliage for close pruning. 



All Roseh require very rich soil, and well repay a careful preparation of the beds and borders 

 when planted. 



For Immediate Effect large plants of the Climbing Roses, Hyurid PERPETrAi.s and Tea Roses, 

 g^own in pots, are especially recommended. 



Particular Attention is also called to the E.xposition Standard Roses, suitable for bordering 

 garden walks and for giving immediate character, planted in beds and borders, to ornamental grounds. 



The Best ov the Newer Roses are included in the following lists under their respective 

 classifications. 



Prices are indicated under the headings of the different classes. 



The Following comprise the best of the really Hardy Climbing Roses suitable for posts, 

 trellises, lattice work, etc. 



Prices: Strong, well rooted plants, $3 to $6 per dozen; $15 to $30 per 100, according to size and 

 variety. Large plants grown in pots for immediate effect, $g to $iS per dozen. 



HARDY CLIMBING ROSES. 



Baltimore belle. Pale blu.sh ; compact and fine. 



flowers semi-double, bright crimson, and appear 

 in such profusion as to literally cover the plant; 

 flowers remain in form and color much longer 

 than any other varieties. Pruning or training 

 on the ground or on trellis, the plants can be 

 grown in any form desired. Low prices per 100. 



Bennett's seedling. Pure white; double. 



Crimson rambler. The most valuable hardy 

 climbing rose yet introduced. Vigorous habit, 

 very rapid growth, handsome large foliage; 



