MISS C. H. LIPPINCOTT 
NOVELTIES FOR 1918 
NEW ASTER, AMERICAN BEAUTY 
Similar in type of flower and growth to the well-known Late Branching Asters, 
but differs in that all the large blossoms are produced on much longer and heavier 
stems. It is the first of a new strain of late branching habit, and of robust growth. 
Plants will average two and one-half to three feet in height, according to locution, 
while the immense flowers, usually four to five inches in diameter, are often borne on 
heavy stems which may be cut two feet in length. The flowers are fully double to 
the last and are a most lovely shade of bright carmine-rose, almost Identical with the 
American Beauty Rose. I’kt., 100 seeds, 10 cts. 
CHINESE W00LFL0WER 
Plants grow two to three feet high, the blooms starting early with a central 
globular head which often reaches the Immense size of two feet in circumference. 
Scores of branches are thrown out. each bearing a ball of scarlet wool. All these 
brunches support numerous laterals with small heads of bloom mixed with fresh 
green foliage so that a plant looks like an Immense bouquet splendidly arranged and 
set in the ground. None of the blooms fade in any way until hit by frost, but all 
continue to expand and glow with a deepening richness of color, a deep crimson- 
scarlet. Flowers when out in a fresh state and carefully dried retain their shape 
and brilliant color and are useful for winter decorating, like everlastings. 
Start seed if convenient under glass about four weeks before time to transplant 
to the garden. If the little plants remain too long in pots or seed beds they will 
begin to set bloom, which is not desirable. Transplant to the garden as soon as 
danger of frost is passed. Seed — Per pkt., 75 seeds, 10 cts; 3 for 85 cts. 
SALPIGLOSSIS, NEW EMPEROR 
Magnificent large blossoms, borne In graceful tall panicles, rich and varied 
coloring. For rich and charming penciling, no flower can excel it. Its velvety 
texture, with deeply sunken veins, penciled and shaded with the richest tracings 
on a ground -work of the most pleasing colors. Mixed colors. Per pkt., 10 cts. 
THE CARDINAL CLIMBER 
A graceful annual climber growing readily from seed. The flowers are star- 
shaped in tube form, and a fiery scarlet borne in clusters. The foliage is deeply 
lacinated, heavier than those of the Cypress Vine, to which It is related. Should be 
sown in a warm, sunny situation and in good soil. May he started indoors and 
planted outside after all danger of frost is over. Pkt., 20 seeds, 10 cts. 
RAINBOW HIBISCUS GRANDIFLORA 
One of the greatest novelties of recent production comprises scores of shades 
from pure White through Pink and Rose, some with dark centers and others with 
solid colors. Flowers 8 to 12 inches in diameter which remain open practically all 
day, whereas Mallow Marvels often close by noon, — height 4 to 6 ft. This wonderful 
strain of many shades is the results of crossing two colors, a White and a Pink var- 
iety, and continual breeding up from the product. 
Every garden should have a row of these plants. Easily grown from seed, live 
and bloom for years. Pkt. 25 seeds 10 cts. 
RAINBOW HYBRID SUNFLOWERS 
It caused quite a sensation when the first Red Hybrid Sunflowers were intro- 
duced, but they were but the first step toward an entirely new race of this beautiful 
flower. 
Our wonderful Rainbow Hybrids are the results of bringing together the blood 
of three distinct types of Hybrids and amalgamating the good points of all. 
The combination of colors runs from all shades of yellow through many com- 
binations of yellow with brilliant reds and bronzes.' and some solid reds. These 
grow 5 to 8 ft. high, branch profusely and each plant bears several dozen beautiful 
flowers 5 to 8 inches in diameter on long stems. Pkt. 50 seeds 10 cts. 
IMPROVED RAINBOW CORN 
This is of dwarf growth with long, wide foliage which recurves in a graceful 
and beautiful way. This foliage is abundant and is striped and variegated with white, 
orimson, yellow, bronze, pink, green, etc., in a way that makes it as showy and 
attractive as a fine Dracaena. It grows well In any climate and makes a beautiful 
object, either as single hill or in mass. Do not confuse this superb, improved strain 
with any other so-called striped or variegated Corn. It is greatly superior. 
Pkt.. 10 cts. 
