L. L.MAY& CO., sr. PAUL, MJNS. 
HAY'S CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS. 
Kor the information ami guidance of onr cnstomers we have this year grouped otir Flower SceiJB in 8 claeses, namely: Annuals, whick 
**°B?eM^is*are*v* vTctfes wnich produce leaves the first year and bloom the following season; however, a large number, U the seed it to^ 
earlv. will produce an abundance of flowers the first season. 
Perennials are varieties that last year after year and blossom annually. 
In following closely the brief hints given below on sowinu and cultivating flowers, amateurs cannot but succeed well ia raising flowers froic 
«nr seeds and to their" entire satisfaction. One thing must always stand predominant in the minds of those who really want to be soccessfu! it 
their efforts to raise flowers, vii: the fact that all flower seeds must be carefully treated according to the conditions of thetr nature; if this prit- 
ciple is risridly adhered to, success will be a6^urf■d. 
•oil: but for the general run of flowers, well tilled and well manured soil brings the best results. j. » „„. 
feowlng.— Too much attention cannot be paid to sowing seeds with proper care, for herein, in a great many cases, lies the stent of the etif 
cessful gan.ener. Too light or too heavy a covering of seeds often piroducea the most disastrous^resu^^^ example: a customer ot ont; 
with some flat instrument. The result was just exactly what we expected. «.c wrote, staxing xnav dc never ut»« ou^u g. u j> v.. 
before A simple rule to follow is, never sow fine seed deeper than half an inch : extra fine seed on surface only, pressing the soil firmly, coarM 
heavy seed from one to two inches; water lightly and often, until the seeds are started, then night and momtng will be snlhcicnt. 
Instructions are followed oat, success Is certain. 
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PuHCHiSERs remitting $1.00 may select seeds lu packets vt lUtalofcTie prices aniountinj; to $1'30 
PURCAHSERS remitting $2.00 may select seeds In packets at catalogue prices amounting to f^-oO 
PURCHASKRS remitting $3.00 may select seeds in packets at catalogue prices amounting to ja.^JJ 
Pu«CHA8B«s remitting $4.00 may sekct seeds in packets at catalogue prices amounting to Vb KU 
JP^This discount does not apply to any of our Special Ofiiers. 
African Porget-mc-not. 
ANNUALS. 
AJDIiTXanA CIBRHOSA. An attractive climber known in different parts of 
America as Alleghany VineorMountainFringe. Itgrows quicklyfrom seed to aheight 
of abiiut 1!5 feet, producing beautiful clusters of small rosy lilac flowers. The foliage, 
is delicately cut, very graceful and a well-grown plant presents a most beautiful ap- 
pearnnce. Pkt. lOc. 
ABBONIA AB.BNABIA. A popular trailing plant of dwarf Verbena-Hlte habit 
of growth, bearing bright golden yellow flowers that are wonderfully showy. The 
blossoms are of good size, and wonderfully sweet-scented. It is of great value for use 
Jn baskets, vases and boxes, also for tbe edges of large flower beds. Pkt. oo, 
ABBONIA TJMBBLLATA. Beautiful trailing plant, somewhat similar to the 
verbena. This is one of the most p.ipular annuals that can be secured for vases, bas- 
kets, etc. Theflowersarcproducedingreatbunchcsandareof arosy lilacsliade. Pkt.6o. 
ADONIS. <-i's£/va«s.) An annual sort, producing brilliant scarlet blossoms. 
Pkt. 6o. 
ACBOCLINIUU. See page 90 everlasting flowers. 
AFBICAN FOB<JBT-ME-NOT.— (A Capens/s.)— One of the loveliest annuals 
that can be grown. W as introduced into this country from South Africa, and resem- 
bles greatly in shape and color ef flower our well-known Porget-me not. It grows 
about two feet high, branches freely, and liears a profusion of bright bine blossoms 
0f the grandest flowers that can be 1 
naking up your list this season. Pkt. 10c, 
gh the summer months. For outdaor growing, either in beds or boxes, it is one 
found in the entire collection of rapid-growing annuals. Be sure to include this charming 
Agrostemma. 
Alyssum. 
flower when 
AaBOSTBKUA, KIXBD. Popular flowers growing abeut 16 or 18 inches l« 
height. Colors lanK* from crimson and deep rose through the shades of pink to almosi 
white. They are vtrv desirable for cutting to be used in bouquets, and make a rann 
beantiftil rtisplav wlicn grow n in masses in beds, Pkt. 5o. ., „ ,< 
AaBOSTEIIIIA, COELI-BOSA. This is more commonly known as Ros^ 
Heaven " and is one of the very best hardy annuals in our entire list. Pitt, oc- 
AGERATTTM. Charming free bloom- 
ing annuals growing from 8 to 16 inches 
In height and bearing clusters of round, 
tassel-like flowers in prcat abundance 
during the summer. Flue for boxes, bas- 
kets and borders. Bine, pkt. 6o; White, 
pkt. 6c; Lasseaux Bose, pkt. 6c; 
Itixed, pkt. 5c. 
ALYSBUM. Little Beauty— The 
most bcjiutlful variety ever introduced. 
It is of d warf habit, seldom attaining a 
height of over 8 in., compact form and 
literally covered with pure white blos- 
soms. Pkt. lOo, 3 pkts. 25o. 
Oolden Star.— A grand perennial va- 
riety which will blossom profusely the 
first year. The flowers are a rich golden 
color. Pkt. 15o, 2 pkts. 25o. 
Sweet Scented. — The well-known an- 
nual, valuable for house or garden cul- 
ture. Pkt. 6c. Ageratutn, Blue. 
