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feet high, surmounted at the top by a whorl of leaves, diverging horizontally, giving it a very curious 
appearance. Splendid for the center of vases, or as a water plant; also a fine pot plant. Price 15 < 5 ts. 
Ca.Tex JaponicB. Varie^ata, The exquisite gracefulness of this decorative gem will find a place 
for it among Palms, Ferns and Dracaenas. It is extremely easy to grow, will stand heated atmosphere 
with impunity, and can be carelessly handled without being damaged. Price 20 As. 
Dracssna Indivisia, Dragon Tree. One of the most desirable of our ornamental foliage plants for 
decoration, either in or out doors. Its fine foliage renders it very useful for the window garden, planted 
as a center piece in a rustic stand, jardiniere, or window box, or for summer decoration in vases and orna- 
mental beds; also especially well adapted for centers of vases, baskets, etc. ; the bright green, narrow 
foliage contrasting well with other foliage and dowering plants. Price 25 As., 50 As. 
Daisy, Giant White or Mammoth Paris Daisy. A new large dowering, semi-double variety of the 
true “ Marguerite** of the Paris markets; large, pure white flowers, three inches in diameter, with a 
double row of petals surrounding the golden yellow disk. It is a vast improvement, in size of flower, on 
the old “ Marguerite,** being twice as large and more numerous petals; lasting longer. It makes a good 
display in pots during the winter months. Price 10 As. 
Daisy, Hallerii. New golden Marguerite, similar to above, except color, which is a beautiful light 
yellow, ever blooming. Price 10 As. 
Daisy, Snow Crest. Double white English Daisy. A most distinct variety and an improvement on 
all existing sorts. Its habit of growth and size of flowers, in comparison with older varieties, is gigantic. 
The flowers, which are borne on stout, stiff stems from six to ten inches long, are of the purest white and 
full to the center. When fully developed they rise to a conical or sugar-loaf form, and well grown speci- 
mens will cover a silver dollar. It makes an admirable hardy garden plant or may be forced for cut flowers 
under the same treatment as Violets. Price 10 As. 
Daisy, Blue Celeste. Adaisy flowerof intenscblue, yellow center; blooms in winter. Price loAs. 
Ficus Rlastica (India Rubber Tree). One of the best plants for table or parlor decoration; its 
thick, leathery leaves enable it to stand excessive heat and dryness, while its deep glossy green color 
always presents a cheerful aspect. The plants we offer are in fine order and of a size to be useful imme- 
diately. Price 50 As., $1.00 and $2.50 each. 
Feverfew, Dittle Gem. The great value of the old Dwarf Feverfew for cut flowers during the 
summer and fall is well known to florists and others. This variety which we now offer surpasses it in 
every way. It is very dwarf, attaining a height of only twelve inches. The flowers arc larger, of more 
perfect form and of the purest white. Price 10 < 5 ts. ; 3 for 25 As. ; 12 for 75 As. 
For^et-nie~uot, Perfection. A fine variety for winter bloom; deep blue and in flower from Janu- 
ary to May. Price 10 As. 
Genista Racetnosa. A beautiful yellow flowering greenhouse shrub, flowering so freely as to 
literally cover the plant with its rich golden yellow flowers when well grown. It is grown in large quanti- 
ties by the leading florists for decorative purposes at Easter time. Price 10 As. ; larger, 25 and 50 As. 
Grevillea Robusta, The Silk Oak. A beautiful plant for decorative purposes; quick growth and 
of very easy culture. The leaves are a light bronze color, the tips feeing covered with a soft down resem- 
bling raw silk, from which it derives the name of “Silk Oak.” For the house it is unsurpassed, as it 
needs little attention ; flowers of a bright orange color. Price 15 As. 
Hedychiutu, Coronarium (Butterfly Lily). This magnificent tulwrous-rooted plant flourishes on low, 
moist land, in half-shade, w'here it will form a dense clump three or four feet high. From August, on- 
ward, a mass of fragrant, pure white flowers, looking almost like large white butterflies, borne in large 
clusters, terminal on every stalk. Not hardy; should be taken up and treated same as Cannas in the win- 
ter. This plant is now' being boomed by some florists under the name of “MyrosmaCanmefolia, or White 
Canna,** — and a new plant, but we have sold it under its true name for past five years. Price 20 As.. 
Hibiscus, Auraniicum. Large, double, orange-colored flowers; an early and profuse bloomer. 
One of the best. Price 20 As. 
Hibiscus, Grandijlora. Rich, glossy foliage, blooming profusely during the summer, literally 
covering the plant with scarlet-crimson single flowers. Price 20 As. 
Hibiscus, Miniaius Semi-Plena. Large, semi-double, brilliant and attractive; bright vermillion- 
scarlet; ought to be in every garden. Price 20 As. 
Lantana, Alba Per/ecta. Pure white, compact habit; fine. Price 10 As. 
hantaua, Michael Schmidt. Flowers fresh and sparkling, of a brilliant yellow, passing into purple- 
vermillion. - Price 15 As. 
Note. — The Hibiscus and Lantanas are fine as house plants, but their greatest value is when bedded 
out. We recommend our customers to give them a trial. They can be wintered in cellar, same as an 
Oleander. 
Beinotl, Sicilly. Similar in growth to Japanese Orange, but fruit is of immense size, weighing from 
one to three pounds; fruits when quite small; a fine house plant. Price 25 As. 
ItOpesia Rosea, Fine red flowering plants, blooming continually from November to April; fine 
for cut flowers. Price 10 As. 
