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L. L. MAY& CO., ST. PAUL, MINN. 
May's Nortl:)eri7 Plar^ts. 
May s Plants and Boses are now known in almost every coun- 
try in the world. Last season we shipped plants to Australia 
Germany, France, Eng-land, Africa, the West Indies, and in fact 
to, nearly all the foreign countries. Our wonderful increase in 
this line has compelled us to erect several more largre g'reen- 
hpuses, so that we now have one of the larg-est and most complete 
plants in the United States. Our collection of plants is unsur- 
passed, and as growers we are acknowledged leaders. We owe 
our success entirely to our determination and ability to please 
those who kindly favor us with their orders. With plants as 
with seeds, we send out only the very best and do not send small 
inferior plants, such as are oiTered bv some Eastern houses at 
ridiculously low prices. So cheap in fact, that any one can see it 
would be impossible to furnish strongr thrifty plants at such fig- 
ures. May's Plants are strong, vigorous g-rowing. well rooted 
plants that will give perfect satisfaction. Our greenhouses 
alone cover an area of nearly two acres and cost over $50,000: 
they are fitted up with all the modern appliances and are com- 
plete m every respect. 
PLANTS AND BULBS FREE BY MAIL.— At the prices quoted in 
our catalogue we send all plants and Bulbs postpaid unless directed 
otherwise on order sheet. 
PLANTS BY EXPRESS.— All plants orderd sent bv express are 
sent at purchaser's expense, but extras arc always included, enough to 
more than cover the cost ol cxpressage. We recommend having plants 
sent this way when the order is large and distance not too great. 
TREATMENT OF PLANTS WHEN 
RECEIVED. 
When plants are sent by mail nearly all thesoilis shaken off, to lighten 
the package. If it is the .-ieason when they can be planted outdoors, the 
.ground should be first well dug up and pulverized ; the plants, when set 
DISCOUNT ON PLANT ORDERS. 
Below we give a discount on plant orders, amounting to $1.00 
and over. 
Par $1.00 cash, plants to the value of $1.1S can be selected. 
" 2.00 •• '■ " 2.30 
" 3.00 " " " 3.50 
■' 4.00 ■• " " 4.75 
" 5.00 '• " " 6.00 
Orders over $5.00, for each dollar's worth 25 cents additional. 
These discounts do not apply to the Low Bate and Spe- 
cial Collections, as the prices there are already as low as 
good stock can be sold for. 
out, should be well firmed about the roots, copiously watered once only 
when planted, and shaded for two or three days when the sun is out 
No further watering should be done, but a mulch of moss, manure or 
leaves around the roots would he beneficial. 
FIRM THE SOIL WITH YOUR FEET. 
In setting out plants in the open ground it is first necessarj- to dig up 
the ground thoroughly, and after they have been pnt in place by hand, 
moderately firm the soil above and close around the plant with the feet. 
This "firming" of the soil prevents the air from reaching and shriveling 
up the tender roots, and the plant never fails to grow vigorously, The 
neglect of this simple operation causes the loss of thousands of plants 
annually. 
WATER. 
If practicable, give plants one good soaking after planting in the 
open ground, which will be all thev will require, unless m the case of 
long contmued dry weather, when, if again necessary, the watering 
must be thorough ; sprinkling is of little or no use. 
SOIL. 
Have this in proper condition— neither to wet nor too dry If too 
wet, It will bake, and the roots will not penetrate it; if dry, like dust 
you cannot place with that firmness which it requires. Suitable com- 
post for nearly all plants is composed of three-fourths turfy loam equal 
parts cow manure and leaf mould added ; mix well together, and it is 
ready for use, and suited for Roses. Geraniums, Fuchsias, Heliotropes 
Verbenas, Pansies, and all free-growing plants. Turfy loam is the top 
sod from old pastures, well-rotted ; leaf mold is decayed leaves, which 
you can get from the woods. 
AZALEA MOLLIS. 
The Japanese Variety. 
We are indeed glad to again offer this grand plant to 
our patrons as each season only adds to its popularity 
both as a house plant and for out door culture. The 
Azalea Mollis is a new variety, of dwarf habit, with bright 
showy flowers, measuring about three inches across, em- 
bracing all shades of red, white, pink and yellow. It 
begins to bloom very early, even before the leaves make 
their appearance. For winter flowering, in the house, it 
is one of the best plants we have on our list, and being 
hardy, makes it a most desirable plant foroutdoorculture. 
It is a grand sight to see a group of the charming Azaleas 
on the lawn ; they make a fine display. 
Our stock is all imported and the finest lot of plants 
we have ever seen ; the price is exceedingly low and 
within the reach of every one. None of our customers 
should fail to secure one or more of this beautiful 
Azalea. Price, 35c each, 3 for $1.00. 
ALYSSUM. 
Pretty plants for vases, pots or baskets, or for bedding 
out. Natural height, 6 in. 10c. each, 75c per doz. 
ACHYRANTHUS. 
Very largely used for bedding purposes, easily grown 
and very showj'. 
Llnd^nii, — Leaves dark red, fine. 
Colliusl. — Variegated with red, yellow and crimson. 
Price 10c. each, $1.00 per doz., $7.00 per 100. 
