Floating Plants 
Note: All plants are sent prepaid. 
S OME of the finest aquatics will grow and 
bloom merely floating on the water sur¬ 
face, deriving nourishment from the air 
and water. In nature they drift to shallow wa¬ 
ter where the roots soon anchor and growth is 
very rapid. In other words, Floating Aquatics 
are always at home in any pool. 
AZOLLA (Azolla caroliniana). Small crinkly, green plants resembling 
floating leaves of arborvitae. Strong sunlight turns Azolla a deep red. 
Per portion, 25c. 
DUCK WEED (Lemna minor). Appears as a series of green polka dots 
on the surface. The small roots are much appreciated by goldfish. 
Hardy. Per portion, 25c. 
SALVINIA (Salvinia braziliensis). Dainty leaves of soft green, covered 
with a velvety nap of tiny hairs. The growth forms an attractive chain 
of these leaves which are about *4 inch in diameter. Popular as an 
aquarium plant. Per portion, 25c. 
WATER FERN (Ceratopteris thalictroides). Though an aquatic species of 
the fern family, the leaves greatly resemble garden lettuce. Numerous 
small plants spring from the edges of the leaves, gradually building up a 
floating mass of some size. The new plants may be detached and grow to 
some 6 inches in diameter before starting to propagate. 50c for 3; $1.50 
per doz. 
SHELL FLOWER OR WATER LETTUCE (Pistia stratiotes). A rosette of 
fluted blue-green velvety leaves. Grows best in a shady pool. 50c for 3 ; 
$1.50 per doz. 
WATER HYACINTH (Eichhornia crassipes major). Shiny dark green 
leaves, the stems of which are expanded into pseudo bulbs, which serve 
as air chambers. The orchid-like flowers of lavender form a spike like 
that of the true Hyacinth. Propagation is by means of runners at the 
surface, and the growth is so rapid that navigation is hindered in streams 
in the southern states where they grow pro¬ 
fusely. It is, perhaps, fortunate that the plant 
is destroyed by frost. The long, bushy roots 
are excellent for receiving the spawn of gold¬ 
fish ; therefore, the Water Hyacinth may be 
used to advantage in pools of fair size. 50c 
for 3 ; $1.25 per doz. 
WATER CHESTNUT (Trapa natans). A hardy 
annual resembling the Water Fern in form 
but with mottled leaves and small white flow¬ 
ers. The large seeds are spiked and armoured 
for protection while wintering at the bottom of 
the pond. Shipped only after June first. $1 
for 2 ; $5 per doz. 
WATER SNOWFLAKE (Nymphoides indi- 
cum). A lily-like plant, the detachable 
leaves of which form new plants covered with 
dainty white flowers fringed like a giant snow¬ 
flake. Shipped as floating leaf which soon 
sends down roots in shallow water. 2 for 50c; 
$2 per doz. 
Hyacinth, Poppy, Taro and Spiral Palm 
in a harmonious grouping. 
Submerged or 
Oxygenating Plants 
Note: All plants are sent prepaid. 
Whatever the size or style of the pool, you will 
wish the water to be pure and clear. Plants grow¬ 
ing under water absorb impurities and release 
oxygen to destroy them. Oxygenating plants are 
indispensable when fish are present as they pro¬ 
vide a perfect balance for the animal life. Sub¬ 
merged plants also provide cover and protection 
to baby fish should any be hatched in your pool. 
The use of submerged or oxygenating plants in 
aquariums is more fully discussed under the 
heading of oxygenating plants, page 33. 
The plants listed below are 
equally suited for ponds, pools or 
indoor aquariums. The first four 
will grow without planting, but 
all do better if rooted in soil, in 
shallow water or planted in sep¬ 
arate receptacle. Do not plant in 
same receptacle with lilies. (See 
page 33 for descriptions.) 
ANACHARIS (Elodea canadensis). 15c 
each ; $1.50 per doz. 
CABOMBA (Fanwort). 15c each; $1.50 
per doz. 
COON TAIL (Ceratophyllum). 15c each ; 
$1.50 per doz. 
MYRIOPHYLLUM (Milfoil). 15c each; 
$1.50 per doz. 
Collections 
FLOATING PLANTS 
No. 23A. Five Varieties for Cl AA 
a Small Pool. 
No. 23B. Ten Plants in CO AA 
Seven Varieties. 
OXYGENATING PLANTS 
No. 24A. For Small Pool, £0 AA 
20 Plants (5 varieties). 
No. 24B. For Large Pool, CC AA 
60 Plants (5 varieties). 
Water Lettuce, Floating Heart, Water Snowflake, 
Salvinia and Duck Weed. 
LUDWIGIA (Loosestrife). 15c each; $1.50 per doz. 
SAGITTARIA (Broadleaf). 15c each; $1.50 per doz. 
SOUTHERN SPATTERDOCK (Nuphar sagittaefolia). 15c each; $1.50 
per doz. 
VALLISNERIA (Tape Grass). 60c per doz.; $4.50 per 100. 
VERY MUCH PLEASED WITH TRICKER’S LILIES 
Wm. Tricker, Inc., Gentlemen: 
Just to tell you that we have been very much pleased with the three Hardy 
Lilies which we purchased from you this spring. They were—Gloriosa. Marliac 
Chromatella and Pink Opal. They have bloomed continuously since June 1st 
and now (Auqust 17th) they are still blooming freely. The foliage is as 
attractive as the blooms. 
I can certainly recommend you to anyone desirous of securing satisfactory 
water plants. My investment in the lilies has been the most satisfactory one 
ever made in my garden. 
You have my permission to use the snapshots or any part of this letter. I 
hope that everyone who purchases water plants will go to a reliable concern 
and thus avoid disappointment. 
Sincerely yours, F. D. Gaskill. 
1646 N. Natchez Ave., Chicago. III. 
P. S.—Your pool at the Century of Progress is wonderful. The tropical 
lilies there seem a foot in diameter. FDG. 
Order early and avoid disappointments. Early orders get first attention. We ship at 
the proper time to plant. 
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