JAPANESE TARO: 
f Violet stemmed Taro (Colocasia 
violacea). One of the very striking 
Taros. The leaves are a beautiful 
blue-green. The stems, mid-ribs and 
veins underneath the leaves are a 
lovely lavender, the same color being 
repeated in the edges of the leaves. 
We do not think that this variety has 
ever been offered before and we are 
glad to give you the opportunity now 
of securing this unusually attractive 
Taro. $1.50 each. 
f Imperial Taro (Colocasia anti¬ 
quorum illustris.) The finest of the 
Japanese Taros. The leaves are at¬ 
tractively blotched a dark brown and 
violet black. This makes an excel¬ 
lent centerpiece for the small pool or 
a very satisfactory house plant when 
potted and grown in a jardinier. 75c 
each. 
$ (Colocasia Multiflora). A very 
unique foliage plant. The leaves are rich green, on dark purple 
stems. As a marginal plant for the pool, it is very ornamental 
as it will grow to a height of 4 to 5 feet. 50c each. 
fGREEN TARO (Colocasia indica). Very similar to the above, ex¬ 
cept that it is entirely green. A good growing variety. 35c each, 
three for $1. 
fLIZARD’S TAIL (Saururus cernuus). A hardy bog plant growing 
2 to 3 feet above the water. Blooms from July to August. Small, 
fragrant flowers are produced in dense terminal spike, the upper 
part arch in*'; gracefully. $1 for 3. 
f LOBELIA cardinalis (Cardinal flower). One of the most attractive 
plants of our native flora, seen along streams and low, moist 
ground, sometimes a few spikes of rich, fiery cardinal flowers ; again 
in masses, when the sight is brilliant and dazzling. $1 for 3. 
fMARSH MARIGOLD (Caltha palustris). Clusters of large butter- 
cup-like flowers of brilliant yellow, early in spring. One of the 
most attractive native plants. Hardy. $1 for 3 ; $2.50 per doz. 
fPAPYRUS or EGYPTIAN PAPER PLANT (Cyperus papyrus). 
The stalks are triangular and attain a height of 5 to 8 feet. At 
the top is a tuft of long thread-like leaves which gives the plant a 
most novel appearance. Shallow water and rich soil spell the best 
combination for this plant, but it also does well in ground kept 
slightly moist. Good as a background plant for pools and ponds. 
$1 for 3 ,* $2.50 per doz. 
♦PARROT FEATHER (Myriophyllum proserpinacoides). Quite suc¬ 
cessful when planted in a tub or watertight hanging basket. 
The growth soon goes over the edges in the form of long trailing 
stems. Extremely valuable for trailing over a fountain. Hardy. 
50c for 3 ; $1.50 per doz. 
♦PICKEREL RUSH (Pontederia cordata). The blue flowers of this 
plant have made many friends, particularly as they are pro¬ 
duced freely. The total growth is about 2 feet. Hardy. 50c for 2 ; 
$2.50 per doz. 
♦PRIMROSE CREEPER (Jussiaea Repens). A rapid growing parti¬ 
ally submerged vine with waxy green leaves and a profusion 
of bright, yellow flowers. Thrives in sun or shade. Not hardy. 
50c for 3 ; $1.50 per doz. 
f PRIMROSE WILLOW (Jussiaea longifolia). Erect plants 2 to 3 
feet high, with attractive narrow foliage and bright yellow 
blossoms profusely borne in the axils of the leaves. Very desirable 
at the edge of pools or in tub culture. $1 for 3 ; $2.50 per doz. 
fSPIDER LILY (Hymenocallis Caribaea). A native plant of the 
West Indies that produces clusters of fragrant white flowers. 
The petals are narrow and curving and give the plant a character¬ 
istic spider-like appearance. $1 for 2 ; $5 per doz. 
fSPIRAL PALM. A Brazilian oddity something like the Umbrella 
Palm. Greenish white flowers produced in umbels. $1 for 3; 
$2.50 per doz. 
fVARIEGATED SWEET FLAG (Acorus Calamus Var.). A fine 
hardy plant with saber-like leaves broadly striped green and 
ivory. Grows about two feet high and is excellent for group plant¬ 
ing. $1 for 3 ; $2.50 per doz. 
fDWARF SWEET FLAG (Acorus Gramineus Var.). A miniature 
flag 6 to 10 inches high with green and white stripes. Fine for 
small pools or tub gardens. $1 for 3 ; $2.50 per doz. 
fUMBRELLA PALM (Cyperus alternifolius). Grows well either in 
small pools or moist ground. $1 for 3 ; $2.50 per doz. 
fDWARF UMBRELLA PALM (C. gracilis). This is the dwarf 
form ; fine for aquariums and tubs. $1 for 3 ; $2.50 per doz. 
fVELVET LEAF (Limnocharis Flava). An erect growing plant, 
standing 1 to 2 feet out of water, with elliptical leaves 4 to 6 
inches long of velvety green. Flowers straw color. $1 for 2. 
fWATER AMARYLLIS (Crinum Americanum). An ideal tropical 
marsh plant which produces white bell flowers in umbels of 
six or eight. Very suitable for corners of a small pool. $1 for two 
plants. 
*WATER ARUM (Peltandra Virginica). A hardy aquatic with 
graceful, spear-like leaves and calla lily flowers. $1 for 3; $2.50 
per doz. 
WATER CANNA (Thalia) : 
* Dealbata. A handsome canna-like aquatic standing 3 feet high. 
Hardy. Purple blooms from June to September. 75c each. 
* Divaricata. A new introduction. Like the above except that this 
is a taller-growing variety. Purple flowers. $1 each. 
FOUR LEAF WATER CLOVER (Marsilia Drummondi). Leaves re¬ 
semble a four leaf clover and form a mosaic pattern on the 
surface. In crowded spots it sends up a luxurious growth of aerial 
leaves. Not hardy. 50c for 3 ; $1.50 per doz. 
♦PURPLE WATER HYACINTH (Eichhornia azurea). A creeping 
plant without the floating bulbs of the ordinary Water Hyacinth 
but with more handsome blooms. $1 for 2 ; $5 per doz. 
fWATER NASTURTIUM OR WATER CRESS. Thrives in sun or 
shade; ideal near a cold spring. Edible. Hardy Rooted plants. 
$1 per doz. 
fWATER PLANTAIN. A border plant with heart-shaped leaves 
standing about a foot above the water and surmounted by tall 
branching spikes of white flowers. Hardy. 50c for 3 ; $1.50 per doz. 
♦WATER POPPY (Hydrocleis nymphoides). The leaves float upon 
the surface of the water. Flowers are large and yellow, similar 
to the poppy. It is in flower almost continuously. 50c for 3 ; $1.25 
per doz. 
fWILD RICE (Zizania aquatica). The importance of Wild Rice as a 
food for water-fowls cannot be over-emphasized. It is easily 
grown in shallow water and is decidedly ornamental, as it shoots 
up rapidly and makes a growth of 5 to 10 feet. Panicles of bloom 
make it additionally delightful. Should be planted in every pond. 
$1 per doz. ; $6.50 per 100. 
1934 SPECIAL TEN 
Shallow Water and Bog Plants 
For the Small Pool, $2.50 
(Collection No. 26) 
The illustrations below show ten pleasing varieties of 
aquatic plants as follows—Green Taro, Primrose Willow, 
Graceful Cat-tail, Pickerel Rush, Velvet Leaf, Purple Hya¬ 
cinth, Umbrella Palm, Parrot Feather, Butterfly (PO Cfi 
Lily and Papyrus. The ten delivered complete. 
Water Snow Flake (page 
24) and Artificial Alligator 
Purple Hyacinth Umbrella Palm Parrot Feather Butterfly Lily Papyrus 
We honestly believe we have the loivest prices offered anywhere on highest quality merchandise. 
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