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H. G. Hastings & Co., Seedsmen, Atlanta, Georgia. 
TTasz^iTifia* No flower In recent years has shown such great 
Jj.2lSlallgS J^cl±LlJ.<l9 Improvement as has the Dahlia. The present 
strains produce flowers of larg*'st size and striking brilliancy of colors. The more we grow the im¬ 
proved strains the more we are convinced that It Is one of the coming popular flowers, probably a 
rival of the Chrysanthemum. They are easily raised from seed in the South, blooming late the first 
season. Sow seed in February In shallow boxes, place In a warm, sunny position. When plants 
are 3 to 4 Inches high, and danger of frost is past, transplant to open ground, 3 feet apart. Plant In 
rich or well manured soil, cultivate frequently a id keep free from grass and weeds. After frost 
kills the tops, cut them off within a few Inches of the ground and cover several inches with a mulch 
of stable manure, leaves or grass. This Is sufficient protection for the bulbs anywhere in the South 
In ordinary winters. 
Dahlia, Double Mixed— A splendid strain of double flowers, including all colors. Pkt., 10 cts. 
Haatiniis’ Superb Double Mixed —This is the best strain of large, double flowering Dahlia. 
Seed saved from the finest named varieties. Including allshades and colors. This will give you 
a magnificent collection of the nest varieties. Packet. 15 cents; 2 for 25 cents. 
Single Mixed— Seed saved from named single varieties. Flowers not so large as the double va¬ 
rieties but blooms earlier and more freely than the double sorts. Packet 10 cents. 
Cactus Dahlias —The new strain is very popular wherever grown, being especially valuable for 
cut-flower work. Petals of the large flowers are beautifully pointed and the range of coloring 
Is remarkably satisfactory. Mixed colors. Packet, 15 cents; 2 for 25 cents. 
n nTv nn Or CaliloTuia Poppy One of 
most popular flowers for bed 
diiig In the South. Sow as early in the spring as ground can 
be worked, scattering seed thinly over the surface and rak¬ 
ing in lightly. They are low spreading plants as shown in 
our illustration. They are covered with large showy flowers, 
making the most brilliant display beds that can be made. 
■No plant is more popular In the South than this. 
Siuile Mixed —Single, cup-shaped flowers. In shades of 
bright yellow, orangeand white. Packet, 5 cents. 
Double Mixed— Same as the single In habit of growth and _ , ti- 
colors, except that the flowers are double. Packet, 10 cts. Hastiufts Double Dablia 
0x11 e» -A^lso known as Blanket Flower, and well adapted to our section. It thrives in the poorest 
and dryest of soils, and the plants are covered with large showy flowers during the 
season. Plants are of strong, spreading growth,18 inchesin height. The large brilliant flowers are borne 
singly on long stems. Sow broadcast In early spring, covering seed lightly with a rake. 
Gaillardia Piota— Mixed colors and finest shades, fine for cut fiowers or for display bedding. Packet, 5c. 
The Godetlas are little known In the South, but are well worthy of attention, being a splendid 
xJOCldld. bedding plant. Sow in the open ground in the early spring like Gaillardia and Eschscholtzia. 
They are profuse and constant bloomers, and their delicate tints of crimson, rose-pink and white make them 
very attractive when in full bloom. Half dwarf varieties mixed. Packet, 5 cents, 
T7xxxx<^xx^-1Vf Favorite everywhere for beds or bor- 
i-TiC XxlPl efers. Sow In open ground, thinly, as 
soon as ground can be worked, thinning out to 6 inches apart. 
Forget-Me-Not, Blue— Packet, 6 cents. 
Foriet-Me-Wot, White —Packet, 5 cents. 
ForSet-Me-Not, Blue aud White Mixed —Packet, 5 cents. 
TTiK^crxxxc Mixed Colors— Grow 2 to 3 feet high, branching 
freely. Flowers white, yellow, carmine aud 
striped. Packet, mixed colors, 10 cents. 
1 ^ x I -w-r II "L I Our Double Hollyhocks are far superior to the old single and seml- 
HollyXlOCltS (jouble sorts. Once established they grow and bloom freely for 
years. Sow in early spring, in boxes or beds aud when 6 to 8 Inches high transplant to their permanent 
place in open ground, placing them to 2 feet apart. Give them rich soil in a moist location, or where 
plenty of water can be given. We can supply separate colors, if desired, in pure white, sulphur yellow, 
crimson, lilac and salmon rose, each 10 cents per packet. 
Finest Double Mixed —Contains all the above named colors and others. Packet, 10 cents. 
This garden favorite, easily grown from seed, is always a favorite. Start seed in 
February, in boxes in warm sunny situation, covering seed about inch. When 
frost is past transplant to open ground In partially shaded location. A single spray of the deliciously frag¬ 
rant bloom will perfume a whole room. All shades mixed, including dark hind, li^ht blue, white and 
rose shades. These are from large flowered varieties. Packet, 10 cents. 
TVkkxxx-xs _Prinflvtllft ■'^well-known garden favorite for beds, borders and edging. Sow seed as 
uUIIUjIUll soon as soil can be worked in spring. When well up thin out to 4 or 5 inches 
apart, especially desirable for early summer beds. 
Pure White —The common White Candytuft. Packet, 5 cents; ounce, 15 cents. 
Kmpress —Very large spikes with pure white flowers. Fine for cutting. Pkt., 10c.; oz., 25c. 
Dark Crimson— Darkest shade Of crimson. Packet, 6 cents. 
Candytuft, Mixed —All shades and colors of the annual sorts. Packet, 6 cents; ounce. 15 cents. 
X T)1 4- Handsome trailing plant, for baskets or boxes. Easily grown from seed sown 
11* A X^IJlTir where plants are wanted to stand. The plants appear as if covered with crystals, 
shining brightly in the light. Packet, 5 cents. 
Japanese Hop 
growing annual climber, ot the earliest culture, in¬ 
dispensable for covering verandas, trellises or un 
sightly fences. Sow in spring where plants are to 
stand. Packet, 5 cents. 
Delphininm or Larkspar 
Lantana—French 
Shrubby, verbena-like plants, continuous 
bloomers, delighting in the warm sunshine of 
Southern summers. Sow early in boxes or sheltered 
beds; transplanting after danger from frost to open 
ground, to 2 feet ai>art. 
French Hybrids, Mixed —Packet. 10 cents. 
Our Double Hollyhocks 
