Cannell & Sons’ Complete Seed Guide. 
LUriNtJS AUBOHKU6, SNOW QUEEN. MrOSOTIS ALPEBTillSj 8TXH OP I.OVE, ^ 
1G97. R6S6d& (Mig'nonette) Bismark — a selection from the well-known Marliet, hut its flower heads are twice ua large ua those of 
the iiaroiit sort, ami arc borne on strong steins high above the thick dark green somewhat corrugated foliage, the growth of the plant Is from the 
beginning broad and sturdy; the bushes do not exceed more than one foot in height, the flowers are of a reddish hue and very sweet-.seeuted ■ not 
to bo surpm-sed for the garden, flower table, or for any floral work or growing in pots. I'erpkt., Is. ’ 
. Salpig-lossis Variabilis Superbissiraa, New Emperor Varieties— The Emperor class will soon surpass the old tvpe of 
this favourite flower, as it has shown itself by far more useful and its grand appoiirnnoe unrivalled. 
1098 Chamois. lOhU. Velvet.y-Violet -a magnificent colour. 1700. Dark Scariet— Very fine. ) 
1701. Pink. 1702. Purple-brown— With Gold. j 
1703. A COLLECTION of the above 5 varieties, 1 pkt. of each, 8.«. Gil. 1704. All the above in splendid mixture, Is. per pkt. 
170.). Salvia Splendens, Glory of Stutt§fart*-Thc varieties of Salvia H/dendem have long been recognised as of value for summer 
flowering ns well as for pot culture, ami several persons Imve been at great pains to improve on the existing varieties. Several useful kinds liave been 
introduced into commerce during the last few years, such ns AaolfMdi/er and Wilhelm Bq/inger, whicli have found nnivorsal favour. About two 
year.s ago, amongst iiiimei-ous planted-out seedlings, a plant which, by the size and sturdy habit of its sjiikcs of flower, as w'ell us its intense colour 
eclipsed nil other varieties in beauty. The cxjiewtations of this novelty have been now fully realised, and Clurg of Slntlgnrt has proved to ho the best 
of existing kinds. The plant wjiich brniielies freely is about 3 feet high, and has a fine regular habit, and it also comes true from seed. By sowing cailv 
numerous extra large spikes of flowers ajipeai' in August, and covers the jilnuts imtil frost appears, which are of an iHtense velvetv blood-red colour. 
The plant is suitable for planting out in liirge groups or for jiots. Cut brandies of its flowers are, when placed in water, of great durability, and on this 
nccoiint will be found vnlnablo for cutting jmrposes. Has been used in several large park's, and created quite a sensation. In scaled pkts., l.v. 6d. 
NEW SWEET PEAS. 
THE DWAKP CUPID VAEIETIES. 
1700. AliC6 Eckford Cupid — One of the most clmnning of the now Cupids, surpassing all others in the delicately heautifni colouring of the 
flowers. The blooms, while of only medium size, are of fine erect form and borne in close clusters of three on stiff stems, displaying most attractivelv 
the charming blended colouring. The standards are a rich creamy- white, suHnsed or blended with a delicate shading of soft flesh-pink; the wings are 
silvery-white, with a faint pink flash in the central portion. The colouring of the entire flower becomes rather deejier instead of fading when well opened. 
It is a black-seeded kind of strong vitality, so that no difliciilty need be feared in securing a good stand of plants, even nadcr adverse circiimstaiicoa, while, 
like all the Cupid class, it will bloom much longer and more freely dnriiig hot, dry weather than any of the tall varieties. Packets of 2 <loz. seeds' 
per pkt,. Is. ; half-sized packets of 12 seeds, per pkt,, 6d. ’ 
1707. Bsauty Cupid— Growing only six to seven iuclies liigli, with deep green foliage; bears flowers fully equal in size, form, and substance to 
tlie best new tall varieties. The handsome large flowers arc borne most profusely all over the plant in clusters of three at the. top of strong stems ; wings 
quite broad, well expanded, with sliglitly recurved edges. Tlie standard i.s a delicate and yet decided rose colour, lightening to nearly wliitc at the edges, 
and sliglitiy striped with carmine at till- base. The wings are suffused rosy-carmine, deepening at the edges. A vigorous grower. It i« u wonderfully 
free bloomer, and besides its beauty in tlic garden, promises to be of real value as a commercial flower in greenboiises. I’uckets of 2 doz. seeds, per pkt., 
Is. ; half-sized packets of 12 seeds., per pkt., 8i/. 
1708. Primrose Cupid— Like all the otliei Cupids, tbis is very free flowering, and also distinct emcrold-greeii foliage. The flowers ure of a rich 
creamy tint, identical with that of the tall Primi-uiO. The standard is rather short but stittly erect, very broad and well expanded ; wings wide and well 
expanded. The seed offered is all Imml-picked, and therefore, although white-seeded, will grow nearly as vigorous as the hardier black-seeded varieties. 
Packets of 2 doz. seeds, per pkt., is. ; liulf-sized packets of 12 seeds, per pkt., Si/. 
NOVELTIES IN TALL SWEET PEAS. 
17(i9. Black Knigfht - One of the finest; absolutely a deep iiiiirnoii self, clear and shining, the standard hearing a bright metallic pnliali, well 
expanded long stems; vigorous growth ; free flowering. Is. per pkt. 
1710. Burpee’s Earliest of All a distinct new Sti’uin ; it is identical with the extra early Blmuhr Fern/, except that it is more dwarf in 
growth, and couies into full bloom at least ten days curlier. Per pkt., Oi/. ; per 1-oz. pkk, Is. 8rf. 
1711. Chancellor— Standards bright orange, wings bright orange pink; gmnd form, good substance, large size, usually three flowered, long 
stout stems. F.C.C. Per pkt.. Is. 
1712. Colonist — A lovely flower, flue form and substiiiiee, of the most beautiful soft lilac Overlaid with the brightest rose ; extremely vigorous ; 
free flowering. F.C.C. Per pkt., Is. 
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