MICHELL’S HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS 
VERONICA (Speedwell) 
A large and much cultivated group of blue-flowered perennials, 
great favorites in the hardy garden. The taller forms are very 
pretty border plants, while the more dwarf spreading forms are 
well adapted to the rockery. Unexcelled for cutting purposes. 
Amethystina. Amethyst-blue flowers on short spikes; one of 
the best; 2 feet; May to June. 
Incana. Bright silvery foliage with spikes of Amethyst-blue 
flowers during July and August; 12 inches. 
Longifolia Subsessilis (Japanese Speedwell). It is the hand¬ 
somest blue-flowered plant we know of, growing to a height of 
two feet and completely studded with its spikes of blue flowers, 
which are fine for cutting. 2 feet; August to October. 
Rupestris, Heavenly Blue. Dwarf and spreading; flowers very 
early and of an exquisite shade of blue. 
—True Blue. Literally covers itself with blossoms of intense 
blue during June and July; 1 foot. 
Saxatile. Mounds of evergreen foliage, about 5 inches. Flowers 
slate-blue in June. 
Spicata. Long spikes of bright blue flowers during June and 
July; 18 inches. An excellent border plant. 
4 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); $2.50 per doz.; per 100, $15.00. 
VINCA (Periwinkle or Trailing Myrtle) 
It is often a perplexing problem to find the plant that will do 
well in a dense shade; right there is where Vincas of the hardy 
class should be employed, also in lawn plantings under trees, in 
woodlands and on spots it is desired to cover where no grass will 
grow. It is valuable for planting on cemetery lots by reason of 
its dwarf creeping habit. The foliage is green all Winter. 
Minor. Green foliage, lavender flowers. Extra strong plants, 
6 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); $1.50 per doz.; per 100, $10.00; 
$90.00 per 1000. 
VIOLAS, OR TUFTED PANSIES (Viola Comuta) 
The improved forms of Viola Cornuta are one of the important 
bedding plants of Europe, and are rapidly growing in favor here. 
Apricot Queen. Apricot yellow tinged with orange. 
Blue Perfection. Deep purplish-blue. 
Lutea Splendens. Rich golden yellow. 
White Perfection. A fine white. 
4 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); $2.50 per doz.; $15.00 per 100. 
VIOLA (Jersey Gem) 
Without a doubt the best bedding Viola yet introduced, being 
most suitable to our climatic conditions, doing well in any good 
garden soil, but for best results should have full sunlight; under 
such conditions it will flower continuously from April until heavy 
frost. The plant is of compact growth; flowers of pure violet on 
stems about 6 inches long, making it valuable for cutting as well 
as a most attractive border plant. 4 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); 
$2.50 per doz.; per 100, $18.00. 
Yucca Filamentosa 
Veronica, Longifolia Subsessilis 
VIOLA, MAGGIE MOTT 
Large lavender flowers, heavy with fragrance. Maggie Mott 
brings a tradition of English gardens with her, worthy of the 
greatest expectations. Continuous blooming and dependable. 
50c. each (by P. P., 60c.); per doz., $5.00. 
DOUBLE RUSSIAN VIOLET 
Perfectly hardy anywhere, producing double sweet scented 
flowers in abundance. A splendid subject for that troublesome 
shady place. 3 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); $3.50 per doz. 
WALLFLOWERS 
The old fragrant favorite; mixed colors, including yellow, 
brown, etc., 3 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); $2.50 per doz.; per 100, 
$15.00. YUCCA (Adam’s Needle) 
This plant sets off to best advantage if used as individual 
specimens, either on the lawn or in the shrubbery border. The 
foliage is of an evergreen nature, is slender and pointed. The tall 
flower-spikes rise 4 to 5 feet above the plant and are decked with 
cream-white bell-shaped drooping flowers during July and August. 
Filamentosa. White, with reflexed flower bells. Extra strong 
plants, 3 for $1.00 (by P. P., $1.10); $3.00 per doz.; per 100, 
$18.00. 
Variegata. A beautifully variegated form of the above, having a 
central stripe of green with a border of golden-yellow. 50c. each 
(by P. P., 60c.); per doz., $5.00. 
MICHELL’S COLLECTIONS OF HARDY 
PERENNIALS 
We offer customers who are not acquainted with the different 
sorts the following collections, at greatly reduced prices. 
These collections are according to our own selections 
at prices named. 
For Sunny, Shaded or Partially Shady Perennial Border. 
Collection 
No. 
1. 12 Hardy Perennials in a good assortment for $2.50. 
2. 25 Hardy Perennials in a good assortment for $5.00. 
3. 50 Hardy Perennials in a good assortment for $9.00. 
4. 100 Hardy Perennials in a good assortment for $18.00. 
When ordering give number and collection wanted and state 
if for sunny or partially shaded position. 
The Rose is the “Queen of Flowers.” See pages 97 to 101 for a list of the best 
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