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The Rocky Mountain Seed Co., Denver, Colo. 
Foxglove 
Foxglove- 
Tan, stately Perennials 
that do well on poor soil, 
in a half-shaded posi¬ 
tion. They are planted 
extensively among shrub¬ 
bery, and on shady hill¬ 
sides. Delicate, thimble 
shaped flowers of white, 
lavender and rose, with 
odd markings in the 
throat, are produced on 
tall, stiff spikes growing 
two to five feet tall. 
Pkt.. 10c; !4 oz., 30c. 
GIANT SHIRLEY MIXED 
—Four to 6 feet high 
with flower heads over 
2 % feet long, crowded 
with large blossoms 
ranging in color from 
white and shell-pink 
to deepest rose. Many 
handsomely dotted 
with crimson, maroon 
or chocolate. Pkt., 10c; 
!/4 oz., 35c. 
Four O'Clock— 
(Marvel of Peru) —Well 
known free flowering 
hardy annual. No flower makes a prettier border than the 
old-fashioned Four O’clock; does well everywhere. Give 
each plant from 12 to 18 inches of space so that they 
may expand and display the large convolvulus-like flow¬ 
ers to advantage. Colors: white, yellow, crimson, striped, 
etc. It is one of the most brilliant and showy plants that 
can be grown. These beautiful flowers can be grown in 
any soil and will stand much neglect. Does well in sun 
or partial shade. Mixed, Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; J4 lb., 40c; 
1 lb., $1.00. 
DWARF MIXED —Dwarf, compact, bushy plants with gol¬ 
den variegated foliage; the flowers of many brilliant 
colors. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; !4 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50. 
Gaillarrlia Blanket Flower. Annual Varieties—- 
\Xdllldruid—Splendid, showy plants, remarkable for 
brilliancy of their blooms, which are rich crimson and 
orange, and are borne continuously from early summer 
until frost; excellent for beds, borders or for cutting. 
They should be sown where they are to bloom early in 
May. Pkt., 5c; / 4 oz., 15c. 
PERENNIAL VARIETIES —The hardy Gaillardia should be 
in every border as they thrive in any soil or position, 
are absolutely hardy and practically take care of them¬ 
selves. Sow the seed early and they will begin blooming 
in July and continue until frost. Grow 2 ft. high and 
are fine for cutting. 
GRANDIFLORA MIXED— Giant, gorgeously colored flowers 
marked with rings of crimson, orange and Vermillion. 
Pkt., 10c; '/4 oz., 25c. 
ZONALE —Mixed colors. Perennial. A 
' at;r<,,,lu * ll ”splendid strain of the best varieties. 
They are easily raised from seed, which should be sown 
in the house and transplanted in May or June to the open. 
Being tender perennials, they should be lifted in the fall, 
potted and taken into the house to bloom. Pkt., 10c. 
Gpiim-_ Hard y Perennial —These hardy plants have be- 
VCUMI come very popular for use in the Hardy Bor¬ 
der and in the Rockery where their showy flowers make a 
brilliant display from May through October. To avoid wilt¬ 
ing after cutting, put the stems in warm water. 
LADY STRATHEDEN —Rich golden yellow, loose petaled 
double flowers produced on thrifty plants in the great¬ 
est profusion all summer. Pkt., 10c. 
MRS. BRADSHAW —Large double orange-scarlet flowers 
on plants 2 ft. high. Pkt., 10c. 
Gnrflpf'ia Dwarf, hardy annuals of easy culture. They 
«UUclld-(i 0 best in a sunny position in rather poor 
soil. Sow the seed outdoors, in May, thinning out well in 
the rows, or start in hotbeds and transplant. Flowers are 
large, trumpet shaped of satiny texture and rich coloring. 
All shades of rose. Pkt., 5c; 14 oz., 15c. 
Goiirrfc ORNAMENTAL —Tender annual climbers of 
'* wu ' ra pid growth, vines often growing 20 to 
30 feet long. They have luxuriant foliage and are immune 
from insects. Fruits curiously shaped in various colors 
and peculiarly marked. Forms may be wonderfully varied 
by tying strings around the young fruit or by enclosing 
same in a carved mold while growing. Many of these 
fruits keep for years, being very hard shelled. Finest 
mixed. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c. 
Uvarinfli Rxxnn DOLICHOS — Purple Soudan — 
nyauillll Dtjcall—Annual. A rapid growing climb¬ 
er for sunny situations. 8 to 1 0 feet. Stems purplish-red; 
red and purple shades in the leaves. Long spikes of pea¬ 
like flowers of deep reddish maroon, followed by beautiful 
metallic purple seed pods. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c. 
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Gypsophila (Baby’s Breath) — 
The delicate mist-like sprays are used Tor mixing with 
other flowers in bouquets and vases. The plants are easily 
grown and bloom very freely. 
ELEGANS GRANDIFLORA alba — A greatly improved, 
large, white-flowering annual Baby’s Breath that is 
easily grown in any garden. Make several sowings dur¬ 
ing the spring and early summer. You will find this 
perhaps the most valuable flower in your garden. Pkt., 
5c; oz., 30c. 
ELEGANS ROSEA —Soft pink. Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c. 
ELEGANS CARMINEA —Carmine rose. Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c. 
PANICULATA —White flowers fine for winter bouquets 
when dried. A favorite hardy perennial. Grows 2 ft. 
high. Pkt., 10c; |4 oz., 25c. 
UaliAl'i>Ana An old time favorite grown for its 
BTcliUirU|Jc— large clusters of delightful, fragrant 
flowers. The mixture offered here is a fine blend of laven¬ 
der, blue and purple shades. They are easily raised, reach 
a height of about 1 % Teet, and find especial use for 
planting in mixed borders or for massing in beds. Also 
good for growing in pots and for cutting. 
LEMOINE GIANT —Mixed colors. Pkt.. 10c; '/ 4 oz., 35c. 
Maliantlinc SUNFLOWER — Annual. Remarkable 
nclIdlllilUs— for the stately growth, size and bril¬ 
liancy of their flowers, making a very good effect among 
shrubbery or for screens. Fine for cutting. Sown in a 
sunny spot In April or May they bloom from early sum¬ 
mer until cut down by frost. 
CALIFORNICA — Rich golden yellow flowers, perfectly 
double, resembling a chrysanthemum. A very handsome 
flower. Pkt., 10c; / 2 oz., 20c. 
NEW RED —Blooms the first season from seed. Is a very 
handsome flower, well formed, with dark center, the 
petals are bright yellow at the tips, shaded towards the 
center with rich chestnut red, resembling a large Calli- 
opsis. Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c. 
MAMMOTH RUSSIAN —The old-fashioned single, giant sun¬ 
flower. Oz., 10c. 
Tliese real, old-fashioned hardy plants 
noiiynociv— are a necessary part of every perennial 
garden. Nothing is more elective than a mass of Holly¬ 
hocks blooming in the back of the hardy border. Massed 
in fence corners or distributed among the shrubbery no 
other plant can produce such bold and showy effects. 
Give them plenty of water during the dry weather, an 
occasional dressing of manure and slight protection during 
the winter. 
DOUBLE, Deep Rose—Pkt., 10c. 
Maroon—Pkt., 10c. Newport Pink—Pkt., 10c. 
Scarlet—Pkt., 10c. Salmon Rose—Pkt., 10c. 
White—Pkt., 10c. Sulphur Yellow—Pkt., 10c. 
DOUBLE MIXED—Pkt., 10c; / a oz., 25c. 
Ilnnavcm'lzlo _HEDYSARUM —“French” Hardy Bi- 
n ennial — A very handsome, free 
flowering plant bearing fragrant flowers. Well adapted to 
the border of rock-work; yellow. Sow the seed in a warm 
border in rich soil and transplant to place where they are 
to remain. Pkt., 5c; 14 oz., 15c. 
Humulus (Japanese Hop)—K ( mTe a r 
which grows with great rapidity; foliage similar to the 
common hop, but much larger. One of the best plants for 
covering verandas and summer-houses. Pkt., 5c; !4 oz., 
20c. 
Ice Plant— 
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM 
CRYSTALLINUM (Annu¬ 
al)—Foliage- very orna¬ 
mental, being covered 
with ice-like globules and 
prized for garnishing; a 
valuable plant for dry, 
sunny situations on 
banks, rockwork, old 
walls and ruins, etc., also 
for sunny borders. Pkt., 
10c; !4 oz., 20c. 
Job’s Tears— 
(Coix lachryma) —Curi¬ 
ous ornamental grass 
with broad, corn - like 
leaves and lustrous slate 
colored seeds used for 
beads. Valuable for win¬ 
ter bouquets with ever¬ 
lasting flowers. Plant 
outdoors early in spring 
in hills three feet apart, 
four or five seeds in a 
hill, and cover half an 
inch deep. Hardy annual; 
three feet high. Pkt., 5c; 
oz., 15c; '/4 lb., 35c. 
