FLOWER SEED 
Novelties and Specialties 
New Record- Asters 
Hortensia Rose and Lilac 
The name of this new Record- Aster is due to the 
abnormal size of its needle-shaped flowers ; it forms a 
distinct class of all Aster varieties yet introduced. The 
gigantic flowers have a diameter of six inches, are borne 
upright on strong stems and are most valuable cut- 
flowers, also very effective in floral arrangements. The 
delicate colors "hortensia rose" and "lilac" are very 
fashionable, and will be sure to gain the admiration Of all 
flower-growers. HortensiaRose and Lilac, each, pkt. 25c. 
FANCY ASTER 
Canary Yellow 
The petals of this tall double Aster are curled and twist- 
ed, center florets quilled, of a deep yellow color. Pkt. 20c. 
VICTORIA ASTER 
Miss Roosevelt 
This is a very fine variety of Victoria Aster. The 
flowers in their first stage or when opening are of a clear 
primrose tint, afterward changing to a delicate flesh color. 
Very distinct and exceedingly pretty. Pkt. 25c. 
ASPARAGUS 
Plumosus Robustus 
A valuable variety of the ornamental Asparagus, now 
universally grown. The sprays, which often attain a 
length of from 9 to 10 feet, are finely feathered and of the 
darkest green color. Being of vigorous, robust and un- 
commonly rapid growth, this variety yields more sprays 
for cutting than any other sort. Pkt. 25c. 
CHEYSANTHEMTJM KING EDWARD VII. 
CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA 
W. & D.'s Extra Selected 
We specially recommend this strain to those who wish 
to grow the best. The flowers are exceedingly rich and 
varied in color, beautifully spotted and blotched, and of 
remarkably fine form. Pkt. $1.00. 
Chrysanthemum Maximum 
" King Edward VII." 
This is undoubtedly the finest and handsomest of all 
Chrysanthemum Maximum varieties. The single flowers 
are pure white, yellow centers ; large, graceful, and pro- 
duced in countless numbers on long, strong stems, making 
them valuable for cutting. The plants are perfectly hardy 
and should have a place in every garden. Pkt. 25c. 
CINERARIA 
W.-& D.'s Extra Selected 
, We claim, that this strain cannot be excelled. The 
plants are of compact growth, fine, clearly cut, healthy 
foliage; the flowers are perfect in form and borne in the 
greatest profusion, - and embrace in color all the most 
desirable shades. Pkt. $1.00. 
- DAHLIA 
Single Black-Leaved Lucifer 
The leaves of this new Dahlia are of a metallic black- 
brown hue. Flowers of a glowing dark scarlet, merging 
toward the center into deep blood- red color. • Height 2V% 
ft. Pkt. 35c. 
