HOSEA WATERER, Philadelphia 
8 Flower Seeds 
NOVELTIES AND SPECIALTIES for 1934 
Annual Larkspur, Giant Imperial 
(Upright or Delphinium 
Type) 
Great advancement has been made in this new and valuable type of Larkspur in the 
past few seasons. The long, straight, upright stems make it superior as a cut-flower. 
Blue Bell. Azure-blue. 
Blue Spire. Intense, deep Oxford-blue. 
Carmine King. Deep carmine-rose. 
Exquisite Pink, Improved. Soft pink, 
shaded salmon. 
Miss California. Pink, shaded salmon. 
Gloria. Rich deep rose. 
Lilac Spire. Beautiful lilac color. 
White Spire. Pure white. 
Peach Blossom. Light pink. 
Exquisite Rose. Rose-pink. 
Mixed. All colors. 
Each, pkt. 15 cts.; large pkt. 40 cts. 
COLLECTION: One pkt. each of above 10 colors, $1.25 
New Lupinus, Hartwegi Giants 
See Color Plate, 
page 35 
Lupines, Hartwegi Giants 
Marigold, Guinea Gold 
This is a very distinct type of Marigold of graceful, pyramidal 
habit, growing 2 to 2 x /i feet high and producing an abundance of 
flowers 2 to inches across, of a brilliant shade of orange 
flushed with gold. Unlike the ordinary African Marigold, this 
variety produces no single flowers, but practically 100 per cent 
semi-double. The characteristic Marigold odor, too, is much less 
pungent than in the other sorts. See color plate, page 35. Pkt. 
20 cts.; large pkt. 50 cts. 
Marigold, African 
Orange Alldouble. Any strain of African Marigold that will 
come 50 per cent or more double is very good; this magnificent 
introduction will come 100 per cent all double. The color is a 
deep golden orange. Pkt. 20 cts.; large pkt. 50 cts. 
Lemon Alldouble. Identical in habit to Alldouble Orange, 
except in color, which is a clear lemon-yellow. Pkt. 20 cts.; 
large pkt. 50 cts. 
Marigold, Dwarf African 
This new strain of African Marigolds is exceptionally fine for 
bedding. The plants are sturdy and when well grown form per¬ 
fect pyramids, each carrying as many as 30 to 40 flowers fully 
open at the same time. The large blooms, measuring as much as 
3 inches across, have flattish petals which take away from the 
plant that coarseness sometimes associated with African Mari¬ 
golds. Height, 18 inches. 
Primrose Queen Yellow Queen Golden Queen 
Each, pkt. 35 cts. 
COLLECTION: One pkt. each of above 3 varieties, 90 cts. 
Annual Lupines are favorite garden flowers in almost all parts of the country, as they 
bloom freely without any special care. This improved new giant strain is over a foot taller 
than the ordinary type, reaching a height of 3 to 4 feet. There are 5 or 6 long basal-branched 
spikes to each plant, bearing closely placed, giant blooms. Excellent for decoration, lasting a 
long time when cut, and are valuable for winter forcing in the greenhouse. 
King Blue. Enormous spikes of rich Oxford-blue, enhanced by a pure white stripe in the 
standard of each flower. 
King White. Glistening, pure white flowers in huge spikes. A companion to King Blue, 
with all its size and beauty. This Lupine is exquisitely scented. 
King Mixed. Contains shades of blue, pink, and white. 
Each, pkt. 25 cts.; large pkt. 75 cts. 
Petunia nana compacta, Pink Gem 
This is the first of a charming new race of miniature Petunias. 
It forms a neat, compact plant 5 to 6 inches high, literally smoth¬ 
ered with deep pink blooms. A plant 8 inches in diameter will 
carry as many as 25 to 30 open blooms at one time. Individual 
blooms are 2 inches in diameter. This miniature Petunia will be 
indispensable for borders, window-boxes, pots, rock-gardens, and 
for bedding. Planted with a dwarf blue Ageratum, the effect is 
most charming. Pkt. 25 cts.; large pkt. 75 cts. 
Double Sweet-Scented Nasturtium 
Golden Gleam 
A remarkable development in this popular and easily grown 
species. The plant forms a vigorous, large bush which throws out 
snort runners, averaging 18 inches, and when it is in full bloom 
the entire plant, including the runners, is a blaze of color. The 
large, golden yellow flowers are borne on erect, stiff stems 6 inches 
in length. Consequently, the flowers stand well above the foliage, 
an arrangement which adds immeasurably to the showy appear¬ 
ance of the plant. A bouquet of these attractive golden yellow 
flowers, distinctly double in form, will fill a room with pleasing 
fragrance, besides being a delight to the beauty-loving eye. See 
color plate, page 35. Pkt. 10 cts.; Moz. 30 cts.; oz. 50 cts. 
Nicotiana affinis, Crimson Bedder 
Though valued as a fine decorative plant for groups and the rear 
ranks of borders, Nicotiana affinis has hitherto not been found suitable 
for general bedding purposes. Crimson Bedder is a distinct break in 
this direction, being of dwarf, pyramidal habit, not exceeding about 
15 inches in height. The rich deep crimson flowers are very freely 
produced, making a most striking effect when seen in the mass. See 
color plate, page 35. Pkt. 25 cts.; large pkt. 75 cts. 
Petunia grandiflora “All Double’’ 
The flowers of this new strain are large, often measuring 5 inches 
across, and beautifully ruffled. But its most remarkable feature is that 
the seed produces practically no singles, every flower being double, and 
not more than 25 per cent of them small. A trial of this notable strain 
is strongly recommended. Pkt. 75 cts.; 3 pkts. $2. 
Petunia nana compacta. Pink Gem 
