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ROSES 
Rose-bushes should be planted one to two inches deeper than they stood in the 
nursery and the tops cut back to about three inches of the ground; then give them 
a mulching of manure from the horse-stable. Spray with Bordeaux for mildew and any 
of the arsenicals for insects. 
Climbing Roses 
Crimson Rambler. A geniiine acquisition, a novelty of high order, and of most distinct 
characteristics. It is a running or climbing Rose of vigorous habit, strong and rapid 
growth, with handsome, shining foliage and marvelous clusters of the brightest 
crimson semi-double roses. Its form, brilliancy, abundant bloom, and the wonderful 
durability of the flowers make Crimson Rambler an assured favorite. For verandas,' 
walls, pillars and fences, it is a most suitable plant. 2-year blooming plants, 50 cts.each. 
Prairie Queen. The well-known climber. Flowef double, beautiful pink, fading to 
nearly white. 2-year, blooming plants, 35 cts. each. 
Persian Yellow. Perfectly hardy climber. Brightest yellow of all Roses, produces 
a great abundance of medium-sized flowers in June. 2-year, No. I, 50 cts. each. 
Tausendschon. A rapid-growing, almost thornless climber of exceptional value and 
attractiveness. Its many flower clusters show every shade of pink Rose and crimson 
with white and yellow variegations. Strong, 2-year plants, 75 cts. each. 
HALF-CLIMBING 
ROSES 
Greville, or Seven Sis- 
ters. Large clusters, 
with flowers varying 
from white to crim- 
son. Luxuriant dark 
green foliage; perfectly 
hardy. 2-year bloom- 
ing plants. 3gc. each. 
Baltimore Belle. Pale 
blush, shading to rose- 
color, very double, 
flowers in beautiful 
clusters, the whole 
plant appearing a 
perfect mass of bloom. 
One of the best climb- 
ing Roses, but must be 
protected in winter. 
2-year blooming plant 
35 cts. each. 
Hybrid Perpetual 
Roses 
Baby Rambler. Really a 
dwarf Crimson Ram- 
bler. A true perpetual 
bloomer, perfectly 
hardy, free from 
insects and diseases, 
and of easy culture. 
A mass of bloom every 
day from May until 
frost. It will take the 
place of soft plants for 
bedding, edging walks 
and driveways, park 
and cemetery use, 
house culture etc. 2- 
year, field-grown, 75 
cts. each. crimson rambler roses 
