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THE GRAND JUNCTION SEED CO., Grand Junction, Colorado 
Marguerite Carnations. 
978 4 a ib ii a 
HARDY ANNUAL 
Stately ornamental plants of luxurious growth and tropical appearance. 
Usually grown from bulbs but can be grown successfully from seed planted 
early. Soak seed in warm water 24 hours before sowing. Fkt, 10c; V4 oz > 
20c. • 
Canterbury Bells 
HARDY BIENNIAL 
Easily grown, large, beautiful and important family for the flower 
968 Single Mixed. White, pink, rose and blue. Pkt, 5c; *4 oz > 15c; oz, 40c. 
969 Cup and Saucer. Fine for cutting, mixed colors. Fkt, 10c; 1/16 oz, 
25c; % oz, 55c. 
981 Cardinal Climber 
HALF HARDY ANNUAL 
A rapid growing vine attaining a height of 25 feet. Fernlike foliage, 
literally covered with fiery cardinal-red flowers from midsummer until 
frost. Requires a warm sunny situation. Soak seed in warm water a few 
hours before sowing. Fkt, 10c; 14 oz, 30c. 
982 Marguerite Carnation 
A hardy, free flowering, easily grown variety for flower bed or pot cul¬ 
ture. While a biennial, the Marguerite Carnation will bloom four months 
after seed is sown. Fkt, 10c; 14 oz, 35c; oz, $1.10. 
Castor Oil Bean - Bieinus 
Easily grown annual plants of picturesque appearance. Bear immense 
leaves and the plant is surmounted by large flower spikes, then brilliantly 
colored seed pods. 
985 Zan.zibarien.sis. The tallest variety, growing 10 to 15 feet in height and 
present a beautiful tropical appearance. Fkt, 5c; oz, 20c; 14 lb» 55c. 
984 New Crimson Spire. Rich bronzy green foliage and brilliant rosy 
crimson seed pods. Height 6 feet. Fkt, 10c; oz, 35c; 14 lb, $1.00. 
Celosias - Cockscomb 
The glorious colors of these easily grown annuals have made them 
very popular. From midsummer until Fall they give a wealth of cut 
flowers which last nearly two weeks in water. If flowers are cut with 
long stems and dried quickly in the shade they will last for years like 
everlastings. Should be grown in a warm, rich soil. 
988 Crested Dwarf. Ornamental comb-like heads. Prized for flower 
bed or pot culture. Fkt, 10c; *4 oz, 60c. 
989 Tall Plumed. Stately plants with massive plumes waving grace¬ 
fully above the foliage. Fkt, 5c; V4 oz, 15c; oz, 45c. 
987 Chinese Woolflower. Plants two to three feet high, each branch 
bearing a ball of scarlet wool. Blooms expand and glow with a 
deepening richness until killed by frost. Fkt, 10c; 1/16 oz, 25c. 
Ccntaurea 
992 Bachelor’s Button or Cornflower. Very attractive annual growing 
2 feet tall and producing flowers profusely from June until frost. 
Dainty double flowers of the popular blue color. Easily grown in 
any garden soil; plant early. Fkt, 5c; *4 oz, 15c; oz, 35c. 
993 Giant Sweet Sultan. Beautiful, sweet scented, thistle-like flowers 
on long, strong stems, when cut will last for several days in good 
condition. Mixed colors. Fkt, 5c; y 8 oz, 15c; y 2 oz, 40c. 
994 Giant Sweet Sultan. Pure white. Fkt, 10c; 14 oz, 25c. 
Celosia Childsi— 
Chinese Woolflower. 
991 Dusty Miller. Dwarf and neatly compact plants formed by thick, silverv white leaves. Fine for borders. 
Bears attractive golden yellow flowers. Very showy. Pkt, 10c; 1/16 oz, 25c. 
1011 Cobaea Scandens 
Ceuta urea—Giant Sweet Sultan. 
Cathedral Bells or Cup and Saucer Vine. Grows rapidly to a height 
of 20 to 30 feet. Flowers open a clear green but turn a beautiful 
purplish lilac. Very vigorous and gives abundant shade. Seed 
should be sown edgewise and covered lightly. An annual in the 
North, but perennial in warmer climates. Fkt, 5c; y 8 oz, 15c. 
Annual Chrysanthemum - Painted Daisy 
Easily grown, succeed best in cool growing weather. Their painted 
flower faces show continuously from June until September. Long 
stems for cutting and keep well in water. 
995 Single Mixed Colors. Fkt, 5c; *4 oz, lOcj oz, 25c. 
996 Double Mixed Colors. Pkt, 5c; oz, 20c. 
997 Clarkia 
One of the easiest grown hardy annuals, developing to perfection 
in a cool climate. The plants grow quickly and are in full bloom 
from 5 to 6 weeks after planting. Contains rosy purple, rose, salmon 
and white. A fine garden flower and good for cutting. Finest double 
mixed. Fkt, 5c; *4 oz, 15c; oz, 50c. 
1013 Coleus 
Highly valued for its brilliantly colored foliage. Coleus may be 
planted outdoors in well prepared beds or may be grown as pot 
plants. The plants are easily grown and can be kept in good condi¬ 
tion throughout the Winter. In a sunny position they will develop 
their best coloring. If the plants show a tendency to grow too tall 
the center tips should be pinched out. We offer the large-leaved 
varieties with rich and brilliant colors, variegations and markings. 
Choicest mixed. Fkt, 20c; 1/16 oz, 70c. 
