Cli&nthui Dampieri.— ( Perennial.) Sow jieed in a rood 
sized pot (5 inches in diameter is none too large) late 
in summer, the plants to remain until the following 
spring, when they should bo potted over without dis- 
turbing the roots in any way, into the full size in which 
they are to flower. When planted outside, a hot, dry, 
Bunny position under a south wall should be selected 
and the plants kept us dry as possible. 
Coboea. — Tender Perennial. Sow early, indoors, put- 
ting the seed edge down, and keep slightly moist until 
the young plants appear. Plant out after the ground 
has become settled and warm — about the first of June. 
The plants can be carefully potted before frost in the 
autumn, and will bloom in the house during winter. 
Coccinea. — Half nardy Perennial. A handsome climb- 
er of the Gourd species, flowering the first season, if 
started early in heat. 
Coleus. — Tender Perennial. Plant in a warm situation 
indoors, in a temperature of 70 degrees, and bed out 
as soon as danger of frost is over. Slips should be 
taken from the finest and potted for winter. 
Cosmos Hybridus. — Sow seed in gentle heat in April 
or May, and when large enough transplant to open 
ground similar to other annuals. 
Cosmos. — Is one of the few flowers that does not 
easily succumb to frost, and in favored localities It was 
still in blossom on Nov. 28, being fully as hardy as the 
chrysanthemum. The only objection to its more gen- 
eral cultivation is that it does not come into flower un- 
til there is danger of its being killed by winter cold. 
This can be avoided by sowing the seed in March and 
growing the plants on in pots, not using larger than 
four-inch size. The plants should be kept in these un- 
til they set their buds, and the pots completely filled 
with roots; then transfer to the garden and they will 
bloom by August. 
Cyclamen. — Greenhouse Perennial. If sown early In 
spring under gkiss, and well grown, will make flower- 
ing bulbs in one year. 
Cypress Vine. — Tender Annual. Sow in the ground 
only after it is thoroughly warm, and soak the seed in 
lukewarm water two hours before sowing. 
Dahlia. — Half Hurdy Perennial. Sow the seeds in 
shallow pan or box in March, and transplant the seed- 
lings, when largo enough, to small pots. As soon as 
strong enough, plant out one foot apart. 
Datura. — Half Hardy Annual. Start early and trans- 
plant to 20 inches apart. The roots may be packed in 
sand during the winter. 
Delphinium. — See Larkspur. 
Dianthus. — (Chinese Pinks.) Hardy Annual. Sow seed 
in May when the ground becomes warm; thin or trans- 
plant when two inches high to four inches apart. It is 
truly astonishing how this useful class of plants is neg- 
lected, or not grown at all, which is better than to half 
grow a thing, when it possesses so many real points of 
usefulness. Dianthus heddewigi, with its numerous 
beautiful varieties, is one of our most valuable summer 
flowers, although it is unjust to call it a summer flower, 
when, with but little attention, it can be made to or- 
nament the garden from June until November, or until 
such time as the frosts destroy the chrysanthemum. 
Digitalis. — (Foxglove.) Hardy Perennial. Sow out of 
doors after danger from frost is over, in beds of finely 
pulverized soil, covering the seeds to a depth of not over 
four times their size with light soil. Press down firm- 
ly, thin out as it becomes necessary, transplant into per- 
manent positions as soon as the seedlings are large 
enough so that they can become well rooted before cold 
weather. Or sow in early fall, carry the plants over 
in cold frames and transplant in the spring. 
Dolichos. — (Hyacinth Bean.) Half Hardy Annual 
Climber. They arc of easy culture. Plant out doors 
where they are to grow, in good soil, about one inch 
deep, as early in spring as ground is in good condition. 
Eschscholtzia. — (California Poppy.) Half Hardy Per- 
ennial. Sow where the plauts ore wanted to bloom, as 
they do not bear transplanting. Thin them to six 
inches apart. 
Feverfew. — (Mntricariu.) Hulf Hardy Perennial. Suc- 
ceeds best in a light, rich soil. 
Forget-Me-Not. — (Myosotis.) Hardy Perennial. Sow 
In finely prepared soil the first of June. Transplant to 
a shady situation. Keep well watered during dry 
weather. 
Fuchsia. — Greenhouse Perennial. As easily grown from 
seed as from cuttings. Sow in shallow box; transplant 
into pots us soon as large enough. They require a rich 
soil to grow luxuriantly; a fuchsia is a nuisance if not 
thrifty. Well rooted turf, some leaf mold and a little 
sand is quite to their taste. Stick in some old, rusty 
nails; the oxide of iron deepens the color of foliage and 
flower. They are gross feeders and should have weak 
liquid manure once a week, when budding or in bloom. 
They do not need a high temperature, but plenty of 
light and air. Red spiders trouble them if the air of the 
room is too hot and dry; these can be routed by wash- 
lag both sides of the leaves with soap-suds, afterward 
showering with soft, tepid water. 
Gaillardia.— (Blanket Flower.) Hardy Annual. Sow 
early in boxes or frame and transplant to the garden 
fci common soil the middle of May. 
Geranium. — Half Hardy Perennial. Start in the house 
in a box filled with fine, rich soil, cover with a pane of 
glass and place in the dark and keep moist until the 
seeds germinate, then admit light and air. Transplant 
when large enough. 
Gloxinia. — Tender Perennial. They grow best in a por- 
ous, well enriched soil, in a warm, moist atmosphere. 
Godetia. — Hardy Annual. But a very few of the an- 
nual class of flowering plants which may be regarded 
us of quiet beauty, are more desirable than Godetias, 
and their attractiveness does not greatly decrease before 
late autumn. A main point in their culture is to keep 
them steadily growing, and to keep all the seed vessels 
picked off, together with having good soil, and in times 
of drought free watering at night during summer. The 
plunts should stand not closer than five inches each way. 
Seed can be sown early out of doors, where they are to 
bloom, in finely prepared soil, the last of May or the 
first of June. 
Comphrena. — (Globe Amaranth.) Half Hardy Annual. 
Sow in boxes in a warm place; soak the seed in warm 
water a few hours before sowing; transplant to one foot 
apart. The flowers should not be picked for drying 
until they are f> ily matured. 
Gourd. — (Ornamental Climber.) Tender Annual. Seed 
can be sown outside about the first of June, after the 
ground has become warm. The plants are tender and 
should be planted where they are to grow. 
Helianthus. — (Sunflower.) Hardy Annual. Plant seed 
in the spring when desired, and thin to four feet apart. 
Helichrysum. — Hardy Annual. Sow early in boxes In 
the house, or In the garden in May and June; transplant 
to eight Inches apart in light, mellow soil. 
Heliotrope. — Half Hardy Perennial. Sow in hot-bed in 
March; keep soil moist and give air bright days, but 
protect at night. Transplant in May, before a warm 
rain If possible, in light, rich soil. The Heliotrope, 
which is prized for its delightful fragrance as well as 
lovely flowers, seems to be but a disappointment to 
many, but if in good condition is a very free bloomer 
and satisfactory plant. It is not troubled with insects, 
which is one strong point, but this plnnt must be kept 
moist at the roots and out of the burning sun; for ono 
day’s or perhaps one hour’s drought at the roots will 
produce the dry rot which attacks the leaves, causing 
them to turn black and fall off. Always give the Helio- 
trope a good-sized pot — it needs plenty of root room — 
and In transplanting to and from the garden the plant 
is strengthened and its beauty increased by very se- 
vere pruning; for the Inclination of this plant is to 
row, not bushy and strong, but with long, slender 
ranches, almost vines — indeed, I have s€*en lovely speci- 
mens blooming beautifully as house plants after doing 
service outdoors. 
Hibiscus. — Sow in boxes, in the house, covering the 
seeds barely sufficient to bide it from sight, and keep 
the surface moist by shading till the seed germinates; 
transplant about the first of June, to a rather moist 
soil. 
Hollyhock. — Hardy Perennial. Start the seeds in boxes 
in house early. When plants have made three or four 
leaves, transplant to garden to one foot apart early in 
June and they will bloom the first season. 
Humulus Japonicus. — (Japanese nop.) Hardy Peren- 
nial. A climber of eusy culture in ordinary garden soil, 
but thriving best in a deep loam. 
Ice Plant. — Tender Annual. Succeeds best In dry, 
sandy soil and in a warm situation. Can be grown In 
hanging baskets, vases, pots or open border. Cover 
the seeds very lightly when planting. 
Impatiens Sultaui. — Tender Perennial. I do not ad- 
vise start before March, and not then unless a steady 
heat of 60 or 65 degrees can be relied on. Sow in 
well-drained pots, filled with soil composed of two parts 
of tufty loam and one part of leaf soil, with very little 
sand added. The seedlings are exceedingly brittle at 
the outset, and rooting should not be attempted until 
they are about an inch high. Even then they need 
delicate handling, and after the task is accomplished 
they should be promptly placed In a warm frame or 
propagating pit for a few days. 
Lantana. — Half Hardy Perennial. Suitable for pot 
culture. Start under glass in loamy soil and trans- 
plant. 
Larkspur. — Hardy Annual. Sow early in open ground 
in the place where it is to bloom, as the plants are not 
easily transplanted. Thin out ten inches apart. 
Lathyrus. — (Everlasting Pea.) Hardy Parennial. They 
are easy of culture, thriving in almost any moderately 
good garden soil. Sow seeds early in spring in an open 
border. The root of this plant being woody, it is es- 
sential that at the beginning it should be planted deep- 
ly, in order to prevent the frost from heaving it to the 
surface, when the crown becomes frozen and the plant 
dies. By observing this precaution the plant will be 
found to bo perfectly hardy, and by removing the old 
blossoms, the length of the blooming period may bo 
greatly prolonged. 
Linaria. — (Kenilworth Ivy.) Hardy Perennial. Sow 
seed during March or April, on light soil, well drained. 
Linum. — (Crimson Flax.) If the seed be sown in the 
hot-bed, and the plants transplanted into good, rich 
soil, one foot apart, the period of flowering will be much 
advanced, but the seed cau be sown iu open ground af- 
ter it becomes warm. 
Address all Orders for Plants to MISS C. H. LIPPINCOTT, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 
