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1419. RndbOOkiB. BiCOlOP Superba— This is a very effective new annual, and will be found extremely useful for cutting. It grows about 
2 ft. high, is very branching, and produces its long-stemmed flowers in the greatest abundance. Thj ray-florets are yellow with large velvety-brown snots 
at the base. Perpkt.,ls. , 
1420. Salplglossis Variabilis Superbissima, “New Emperop”— This is entirely different from any other Salpiglossls by reason 
of its peculiar habit, producing only one thick stem, which is thickly covered with biossoms, and presents, as it were, a compact bouquet of flowers. The 
individual blooms are richly veined with gold, and are considerably larger than those of the graudiflora type. The throat is wide open nod short, llie edge 
of the flower is not so deeply curved os the old variety, which gives it a more round shape. This has been much admired by all who have seen it, and 
there is no doubt, the Salpiglossis being a favourite flower, that it will bo a valuable introduction. Per pkt.,- l.s. ... ’ 
1421. Doubls SC3.biOUS, “The Pornpfldoup” — A good improvement upon the old garden favourite Scabious. The individual florets arc 
increased in size and variety and intensity of colours. An excellent border plant, and first class as a cut flower for decorative purposes. Per pkt.. Is. 
1422. SeneciO Elpg’a.ns PomponiCUS fl, pi.. Flesh ColOUP — An improvement on the wcll-know'n pretty Senecio Pomponicun, of which 
there are only a few colours The variety now offered is another nice and tender colour, which cannot fail to give satisfaction Per pkt.. Is. 
NEW SWEET PEAS. 
1423 . New Dwapf Pink Cupid— Thu little 
wonder, like the original Cupid, hails from California. 
It is not a sport from the original White Cupid, but an 
actual departure from its jiarent, the tall Blanche 
Fei-ry. In habit and manner of growth it is strictly a 
Cupid, spreading from the root from a foot to 18 inches 
around, growing from 6 to 8 inches high, and shooting 
up.stems about 6 inches long, which bear, in full bloom 
at once, from three to four handsome blossoms, all 
borne close to the end of the stem. The standard of 
the flower is wide, not infrequently measuring an inch 
and a half, but not over an inch high, being developed 
latterly. The standard is a bright rose-pink, while the 
wings are pure white or light pink. The plant itself 
is vigorous and hardy, and those who had poor or 
indifferent success with White Cupid will find Ptnk 
Cupid easy to grow anywhere. The seed, which is 
black, is of w'onderfully strong germination, and the 
plant an early bloomer, coming into bloom simul- 
taneously with White Cupid. I’er pkt., %d. and Is. 
1424. Queen Victoria— This is an exqui- 
sitely lovely flower, large, finely expanded, very 
handsome. Colour soft yellow subtly overlaid with 
faint purple, imparting a lustre most desirable but 
difficult to describe ; a great acquisition. Queen 
Victoria is a beautiful pale yellow form, with erect 
standards and bold flowers.— Gajv/cflfrs’ Magazine 
Award of Merit, R.H.S. P.C.C., Wolverhampton, 
TUB DW'ABP riNK cuiTU 1896. Sealed pkts. , Is. each. 
1426. Prince Edward of York — Is one of the largest of the ucw varieties, having finely expanded standards of a charming shade of scarlet, 
and large wings of the deepest rose colour ; one of the most effective Sweet Peas for any purpose. The Gardeners’ Maga/.ine of July 18th, 1896, says: 
Prince Edward of York has lovely erect scarlet standards, with deep rose coloured wings; very attractive and handsome. Certificate of Merit, K.II.S., 1896 ; 
K.C.C., Birmingham, 1896. Scaled pkts., Is. each ’ 
1426. Lady Nina Balfour —Is one of the most exquisite of recent introductions, being exceedingly lovely. In colour it is the most delicate 
mauve imaginable, beautifully shaded with a charming dove grey, which gives a most captivating charm to the whole flower. Ladg Nina Balfour has been 
a great favourite wherever exhibited, and is bound to become very popular. F.C.C., Edinburgh, 1896. Ssaled pkts.. Is. each. 
1427. Countess of Powis — For exquisite beauty and delicate finish this lovely variety is unequalled. The colour being a glowing orange 
suffused with lightpurple, with a beautiful satin polish novel in the extreme. In size and colour this flower is really unique. Award of Merit, K.H.S., 
1896. F.C.C., Edinburgh and Dundee, 1896. Sealed pkts.. Is. each. ’ 
1428. Triumph — Is a flower of enormous size— a veritable giant amongst Sweet Peas — and in addition, by its attractive beauty, has become a great 
favourite with every one who has seen it during the season. Tlie standard is bold and well expanded, of the most exquisite bright orange-piuk ; the wings 
white, slightly flushed with delicate purple ; a perfect flower. Scaled pkts.. Is. each. 
1429. Salopian — Is a superbly beautiful variety. Colour deep crimson, tinged with mulberry-red, suffused with rich orange-scarlet ; flowers large, 
finely formed, and hand.some ; without doubt one of the very finest and most desirable of late introductions. Award of Merit, R.H.S., 1896. F.C.C. 
Wolverhampton, Dundee, Birmingham, and Edinburgh. Scaled pkts., Is. each ’ 
1430. Shahzada— A decided advance in the direction of dark-coloured Sweet Peas; as regards size, form, and floriferousuets, it is quite up to 
the highest standard ; the colour, rich dark maroon with a shade of purple, is most distinct and attractive. Sealed pkts.. Is. each. 
1431. Tag^eteS Putula. Nuna. Lutsu — Of late years singlc-flowcring Marigolds of dwarf habit have become great favourites. The variety now 
offered grows about 8 inches high by 10 inches in diameter, and forms pretty little bushes with elegant foliage, thickly covered with bright sulphur-yellow 
flowers, the dark yellow centre of which is surrounded by a ring of brown spots. Per pkt.. Is. 
1432. Toreilia Foupniepi SpGCiOSR, The BPidG — This is similar to one offered last year, the giant blossoming Torenia Princess Helen o) 
Montenegro, the only difference being the colour of the flower ; the over lip is white, and the under lip and side flaps of a delicate pink, the bottom of the 
corolla gold-ycdlow. This family produces but little seed. Per pkt.. Is. 6</. 
1433. ViSCaPia Oculata BPlinsa — An entirely new variety of an original blood-brown colour. Will be a welcome addition and improvement 
to this well-known annual. Per pkt., 9</. 
1434. Wallflower, Dwarf Nankeen Yellow — Quite a new shade of colour in this section, being a very delicate pate yellow. The plant 
of dense jnramidal habit, about 13 inches high ; early-, floriferous, and very fragrant. Per pkt.. Is. 
1435. Wallflower, Vulcan — a new variety of dwarf habit, growing only about 9 inches high, whilst the flowers are very large in size, averaging 
inches in diameter. These are of the richest velvety crimson. Per pkt.. Is. ° 
1486. Zinnia Double Giant Queen Victoria — a pure white variety of the Zinnia Elegans Robusta Plenissima, the well-known Giant 
Zinnias. The very, double flowers are of beautiful shape, and measure about 4 inches across. This excellent novelty comes true from seed, and is deserving 
of universal attention. Per pkt.. Is ® 
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