Canncll & Sons’ Complete Seed Guide. 
NEW ASTERS 
234. Aster, Japanese, Mixed — The curionslj- 
twisted pcliils of tliese Asters give the flowers a very 
peculiar aspect, enhanciog their beauty, aud increasing 
their usefulness for bouquets, &c. ; many beautiful colours, 
mixed. Per pkt., l.s. Gtl. 
235. Aster, Jewel or Ball, Bright Scarlet with 
White — The well-shape'h quite exquisite double tioivcrs 
in their blending scarlet ci lour of this variety afford 
a magnificent sight fioni afar. The outer petals are of one 
colour, and dutingiiished fr, mthe moreinward ones, which 
are white-edged, aud the petals in the niiddle of the flower, 
making the lillii g and almost covered by the others, are of 
nearly a white colour. Per pkt., Is. 
236. Aster. Lad.y, Rose— Per pkt , i.e. 
237. Aster, Lady, White, passing to Rose— 
Per pkt., l.s. 
Two new varieties of the W/nte Ludi/ Aster, introduced 
a few years ago, and lO distinct by its narrow lanceolate 
foliage. The flowers are well-t'ornied, beautifully imbri- 
cated, and for cu'ling purpo.ses unsurpiuisable, 
238. Aster, Mignon, Light Scarlet— Brilliant new 
colour, still rare amongst tbe different tall aud deiiii-tall 
Aster classes. Flowers very double, aud of faultless form. 
I’er pkt.. Is. 
289. Aster, Ostrich Feather, Whi e— This mag- 
nificent new Aster, originating fioin tbe Goliath type, 
bears some resemblance with the Giant White Comet 
Aster. The principal distinction is in the enndclabrum- 
like habit cf growth and its far better floriferousness, but 
the greatest merit is to be found in its flowers of immense 
size, averaging 6 ii dies in diameter, of a beautiful snow 
white colour, combined with much longer petals, and still 
more loosely formed, ilius equalling tbe best Japanese 
Chrysanthemum. No gjirdeuer wanting Asters for cutting 
purposes should fail to procure this gem amongst iVsters. 
Per pkt , I.?. 
240. Aster, Princess, Dark Biue— Per jikt., is. 
241. Aster, Princess, Dark Crimson — Per pkt., is. 
Two new colours of this wonderful useful Aster, which 
are worthy of a wide circulation, aud should se.cura a 
permanent place in every gaiden. 
AS'-ER, OSTltlC.l FEATUEB, WllITK. 
242. Aster, Pjrple, Bijou— finite distinct nnj new colour for a dwarf 
Aster ; although of compact crowth, it bears its blossoms most profusely. 
From 25 to 30 blossoms can frequently be counted on each plant. The 
seed of this variety is (|uite distinct. Per pkt., Is. 
24;!. Aster, Triumph, White— New white-flowering variety of this 
splendid class of dwarf Asters, with large incurved flowers ; especially 
recommende I for pot culture, or dwarf groups. Per pkt., I.s. 
244. Aster, Washington Neelle, Carmine-rose — Especially 
remai'kable is the really nice colour and extraor liuary large flowers, which 
is certain to give every satisfaction. Per pkt.. Is. 
CANNELLS’ COCARDEAU OR CROWN ASTER. 
B.ii.A. Caonell’s Cocardeau, or Crown— A very striking and 
distinct class, each flower having a white centre surrounded by rose, crimson, 
blue, &c. ft. 
215. MIXED COLOURS, per pkt., Gd. and Is. 
246. COLLECTION of 6 distinct colours, separate. Is. Gd. 
247. Brown Violet. I 219. Light Blue. I 251. Plum. 
248. Dark CrimiOn. | 250. Lil.c. | 262. V'iolef. 
Per pkt., 6(7. and l.». 
CANNELLS’ COMET ASTER. 
A truly beautiful an 1 elegant chus, resembling in formation the 
Japanese Clirysanthemum ; long, wavy, gracefully arched, and slightly 
twisted I elaP, a peculiarity which distinguislies this class from others; very 
useful for the decoration of the dinner table and like imr])ose8; flowers are 
large and very fine, aud well adapted for vases. 14 fr. 
25;!. MIXED COLORS, per pkt., Gd. and l.s. 
264. COLLECTION of 6 distinct coldurs, 2.'.'. Gil. 
264a. ,, 12 „ ,, 4s. Gd. 
265. 
Carmine. 
1 258. l ight Blue. 
261 
Li^ht Blue and 
266. 
Deep Bose. 
1 21 !l. Lilue. 
White. 
257. 
Indigo. 
1 2i 0. Lilac & White. 
262. 
Pose & White. 
1 
263. 
White Dwarf. 
Per pk'., Gd. and 1.'.-. 
( 
264 Aster— Comet, Improved Giant W^hite— The centre of the 
flower is formed by a great number of fine golden-yellow florets, shaped 
in the form of a hair; after a few days they unfold to regular florets, and 
change colour to a pure white, so that a flower of eight days is pure white; 
the best Aster for show purposes. Per pkt. , 6>/. and Is. 
265. Aster, Giant Comet, Light Blue— 'I'he ciu'-s of Giant Comet 
Asters was represented hitherto by a very limited number of colours, now 
^n be added these new and quite distiuct colours to (his much admired class. 
The Gardeners' Chronicle speaks of them as decided acquisitions. Per 
pkt., each colour, Gd. and Is. 
266. Aster, Giant Comet, Lilac ) Description as above. Per 
207. ,, ,, ,, Crimson i pkt., each colour, 6</. and is. 
268. Giant Comet, The Bride — WMte, changing to rose; lery 
pretty and cfTective for massing; long wavy petals; the most beuntifad of 
the whole section of Asters. Per pkt., Is. 
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