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L. L. MAY & CO., ST. PAUL, MINN. 
Riolnfolia.— This variety owes its name to its great resemblance to the Ricinus. The 
leaf will frequently measure a foot or more in diameter, and is separated into seven or more 
points, carried on thick, heavy stems, 18 inehes or more in height; color, a rich green, with 
reddish markings; surface velvety. In bloom it is magnificent; the panicle, composed of 
srreat numbers of individual pinic blooms, is lifted high and spr.ny-Ukc, quite clear of the 
foliage. One of the best for wmtcr bloom, besides being ornamental in foliage. 15c. and 25c. 
Sang'ninea. — A showv variety, with large leaves, the upper side of which is a rich olive; 
the under side, crimson, and of a peculiar leathery-like substance; dainty light rose and 
white flowers. 15c. 
Sanndersonli.— A very free flowering variety, with deep crimson scarlet flowers, always 
in bloom, and a good bedding sort. Very reliable. 10c. 
Sohmidtii.— Dark metallic green foliage ; a very profnse bloomer, being continuously 
covered with white, pink-tinted flowers. 10c. 
Rubra.— One of the very best, tall, erect growers; leaves dark green, of a heavy, wavy 
texture; flowers coral colored, very large, and borne in great profusion, and a very con- 
stant bloomer. 15c. 
Semperflorens Alba. — A very pretty dwarf growing variety, with waxy white flowers ; 
always in bloom, and fine for cut flowers. 10c. 
Sutton'3 Perfection.— .\ vcrv fine tall-growing sort, growing- equally as well in or out 
of doors during the summer months. With us it is a grand bedding variety, and con- 
tinuously in bloom. Flowers waxy white. 15c. 
Fassifolla. — One of the oldest varieties in cultivation, and has no superior fot fine cut 
flower work ; foliage a peculiar yellowish green, with pure white flowers, and never out of 
bloom; fine for pot cntlture. 10c. 
Weltoniensls. — One of the most widely known of the species ; succeeds finely with the 
least possible trouble. A grand summer bedding variety. Leaves, a delicate green, and 
bears a profusion of delicate rosy pink flowers. 10c. 
Incaruata. — An erect-growing variety, with narrow, sharp-pointed leaves, small, 
notched and glossy ; a good winter i)loomer, with medium sized onght pink flowers. 10c. 
Bichardsonii. — Foliage finely cut and fem-likc, with pure waxy-white Sowers. 10c. 
Marguerite.- Similar to the above, but of dwarfer growth ; very free flowering. Large 
trusses of delicate cream and rose colored flowers. 1.5c. 
"Weltoniensis Alba.— Fine bright green foliage, with pure white flowers; excellent for 
cut flowers. 10c. 
BEGONIA 
FLOWERING. 
Tf your window gardening can 
accommodate but one plant, let it 
be one of the freest flowering and 
\ largest growing of this class. If you 
i grow a dozen sorts, your delight "will 
J be increased twelve-fold. Give them 
a light soil, wood-earth, some 
sharp sand and rich loam, and have your 
pots well drained. A little cow maniirc 
can be used to advantage, if thoroughly 
rotted. Do not allow the soil to become 
sodden, and do not give too much water. 
Many of the varieties make fine bedding | 
pVants, and bloom very freely in the open | 
ground. I 
Alba T*lcta. — Dwarf, shrubby habit, I 
and very compact growth. The leaves 1 
are long-pointed and of a glossy, green J 
■color, thickly spotted with silvery-white; i 
foliage small and habit very graceful. ' 
20c. 
Q-laucophylla. — Scandcns; leaves dark, 
silvery green, with lighter edge, long- 
pointed and graceful ; a pretty trailing 
variety, that can be trained in a slight 
support; fine for baskets. Flowers; 
orange-colored, and borne in great profu- 
sion. 15c. 
Puchsioldes. — Small, coral-red flowers, fine for wintcrblooming. 10c. 
Hybrida Multiflora.— Bears a profusion of drooping, rosy-pink flowers during 
winter; fine for baskets. 10c. 
iDregii. — Fine foliage, pure white flowers. 15c. 
Grandiflora Bosea. — Light pink flowers; fine foliage ; excellent for cut flower 
work. 15c. 
Palmata. — A fine, erect growing variety, with peculiar foliage, resembling a 
palm. 15c. 
BCanicata. — A large-leaved variety, surface smooth and bright green. The large 
panicles of pink flowers are borne high above the foliage. 15c. 
Semperflorens Qigrantea Rosea. — A superb variety, not new, but very scarce, 
and well deserving special mention. A strong, upright grower, bearing gigantic 
trussesof a clear cardinal red, the bud onlyexceeded in beauty by the open flower, 
which is borne on a strong, thick stem. The leaves are smooth and glossy, and 
attached closely to the main stem, quite upright, growing and forming a shrubby, 
round plant. 25c. each. 
^iadema. — An elegant new Begonia. particularl3^ adapted for home culture ; its 
laKge, deeply-cut foliage, and its silvery dots and veins, as well as the fine habit 
of its growth, make it one of the most -marked varieties of recent introduction. 
-Oc. each. 
Q-loire de Sceaux. — This is probably the most valuable addition of later j'ears 
to the list of flowering Begonias. It is quite distinct from any other variety, and is 
a wonderful winter-blooming sort. The flowers, which are of a most beautiful 
shade of pink, are borne in large, compact trusses. Foliage is a dark, bronzy plum 
color, ana very glossy. A splendid Begonia for house culture, and one that will 
do well in almost any soil. 20c. 
Argryrostig'iaa Picta. — A handsome new variety with long, slender, glossy 
green leaves, which are thickly spotted with silvery white; flowers lemon-white, 
produced in corymbs; shrubby in habit, and of compact growth. A fine pot 
I'Jant. Price, 20c. 
Argentea Q-attata. — A very pretty upright growing Begonia, with pwrplc 
bronze leaves, oblong in shape, with silvery markings. The flowers are white, 
borne on the tips of the stems. Vory easy to grow, and will give universal satis- 
faction. 20c. each. 
^Begonia. Socotraxia. — A magnificent species recently discovered in the island of 
Socotra. It is a plant of very fine habit, with erect stems 8 to 12 inches high, fur- 
nished with orbicular peltate leaves 4 to 7 inches in diameter, and producing a 
profusion of bright rose pink flowers, fully 2 inches in diameter. Its greatest rec- 
ommendation is its wonderful free flowering habit, and is a splendid winter flow- 
ering variety. 3oc. 
Zebrina.— Foliage, dark green, with 
silvery whitish veins; flowers white; a 
very strong, erect grower; long, lance- 
shaped leaves. 10c. 
Subpeltwtiiin Nigricans. — Leaves, 
rich shade of crimson, entirely unique 
in character; excellent plant for baskets 
or vases; always a scarce variety; flow- 
ers white. 15e. 
Verschafelti.— A magnificent orna- 
mental varietv of robust habit, throwmt 
its flower stems far above the foliage. 
25c. 
Alabama, Florence. — The roses or- 
dered from vour house received in excel- 
lent condition. I have ordered plants 
from almost everj- hoiise in the United 
States, but, for size, strength and root 
development, TOtirs are very far superior 
to anv other florists. 
L. W. Akxold, M.D. 
New Jersey, Mont clair.— The rose 
bushes arrived in splendid condition, 
most wonderfullv fresh and green. I 
shall always send to you for any seeds 
and plants I may need, and also recom- 
mend vou to others. 
S. O. G. PICKMAK. 
