Solanum. 
(Jerusalem 
This old favorite of our grandmothers has been 
pushed from the front by the thousands of new plants 
advertised every year. The Jerusalem Cherry is a 
shrubby plant of dwarfy growth and very easy cul- 
ture. It may be planted out in the garden during 
summer, where it will bloom coutluuously with small 
Cherry.) 
white flowers with yellow center and form small 
cherries, which will turn bright scarlet red in autumn 
and remain on the plant all winter, If kept in the 
house. It may be kept In a cool wiudow where it 
only gets a little of the morning sun. 
Price, 12c each; three for 30c, postpaid. 
Carnations. 
The popularity of the Carnation is on the Increase 
very rapidly. Next to Roses the Carnation is much 
sought after. The flower buyers have evidently learned 
to appreciate the many charms which the Carnation 
possesses. We offer a choice selection of the very best 
varieties. Price, each 10c; three for 30c. 
Boston Market — A remarkably free flowering white 
variety. By commercial growers In many sections it 
is being grown to the exclusion of all other white 
varieties. Can be depended upon for good-sized, nicely- 
shaped bloom in profusion. Stem, form and habit of 
growth, excellent. Color, ivory-white. 
The Premier Quartet for 40 cents, 
of Carnations, Postpaid. 
G. H. Crane, the best red. 
Mrs. Thomas Lawson, the best pink. 
Boston Market, the best white. 
Eldorado, the best yellow. 
Cardinal — A bright crimson with flowers of an enor- 
mous size. Tills new Carnation has taken several 
prizes in the latest shows. It is a strong grower 
indoors as well as out. It is an early producer and 
increases in quantity as late as July. 
Eldorado — Light clear yellow, petals edged with a 
narrow band of light pink. A strong, vigorous grower 
with fine healthy foliage; stems of good length, sup- 
porting large, finely formed flowers. The color shows 
up well under artificial light, and does not look white, 
as so many yellows do. 
Enchantress — This is truly a queen among carnations 
on account of its immense size, magnificent color, tine 
strong stem, and early, free and continuous blooming 
habit. The color is a beautiful shade of light silvery 
pink, deepening toward the center. The flower is enor- 
mous — three and a half to four iuches in diameter. 
It does not burst the calyx at any season. It 1s an 
ideal grower, very healthy and of vigorous constitution. 
G. H. Crane — Without a doubt the best scarlet 
grown. It was tested by the originator for four years 
before being introduced to the public. Nothing will 
equal it for large flowers of quality and quantity. 
Color, a flaming scarlet. Growth strong, hardy, broad 
foliage and makes a well formed plant; fine large 
flowers on strong, stiff stems. 
Harlowarden — The largest and best of its color, a 
bright dazzling crimson. Flowers often measure three 
inches in diameter, and are well supported on long, 
stiff stems. A wonderfully free bloomer, always full 
of buds. 
Lady Bountiful — Pure white, 3% inches across, and 
steins 24 inches high, rich clove fragrance, marvel- 
ously free bloomer, plants being in bloom the whole 
season. 
Mrs. E. A. Nelson — Pure, glistening pink. An early 
and continuous bloomer, reaching three to four inches 
in diameter when grown for specimen flowers. This 
has proven to be one of the most satisfactory and prof- 
itable Carnations introduced in years. 
Mrs. Thomas Lawson — No plant, of whatever kind, 
has ever received so much description and free adver- 
tising by the newspapers of the whole country as this 
sensational Carnation, which is said to have been sold 
for thirty thousand dollars. The size is enormous, 
stems stiff. It is free In growth, very free in bloom. 
Of strong, healthy constitution, and of a true pink 
color. Altogether a Twentieth Century Carnation. 
Queen Louise — After a long and severe test, this 
variety Is considered the best pure white Carnation 
ever introduced. Growing side by side with nearly 
all the white varieties, it surpasses them in many 
particulars. It is a great summer bloomer, produc- 
ing large flowers freely the entire season. It is a 
strong grower, healthy, with a fine calyx, which does 
not burst, and very fragrant. 
Price of Carnations, 12c; three for 30c, postpaid. 
Hardy Garden Carnations 
or Scotch Pinks. 
These beautiful Pinks are particularly valuable for 
beds, borders and edging in gardens, lawns, parks 
and cemeteries. They are entirely liardy, need no 
protection and bloom regularly every season without 
attention. They are very fragrant, giving out a 
rich, spicy fragrance that is particularly attractive 
Choice 
These are beautiful foliage plants introduced from 
Asia and Africa in about 1826. They are highly prized 
for bedding on account of their strikingly brilliant 
and beautiful foliage. They are also excellent and 
attractive plants for the window garden and conserva- 
tory. Should be given a fairly warm location to 
have them thrive their best. For outdoor bedding set 
about a foot apart. 
Fire Brand — Maroon, flamed and shaded with brilliant 
fiery red; a splendid sort for both pot culture and 
bedding. 
Golden Bedder — Golden yellow with center rib of poa- 
and quite unlike anything else In the flower world. 
A single plant will grow from twelve to eighteen 
inches in diameter. 
Cannot be supplied in separate colors, but our stock 
contains all shades from pure white to light red. 
Price, 10c each; three for 25c, postpaid. 
Coleus. 
green; when planted with the dark colored sorts makes 
u very fine effect. 
Queen of the West — Leaf large and slightly serrated, 
band of bright oxide green with margin of bright 
yellow and center wedge of creamy white, the whole 
leaf being covered with blotches and spots of bright 
carmine and deep maroon. 
Verschafeltii — Rich, velvety crimson. Largely used 
for bedding purposes. If planted with Golden Bedder, 
makes a striking contrast. 
Price, 12c each; one each of the four for 40c, post- 
paid. 
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