Liatris 
Commonly known as 
Kansas Gayfeather, and 
well named because of 
the long, showy spikes 
of purple blooms. In 
flower from early July 
to late August. A mass 
of color in the perennial 
borderand shrub groups. 
Exceptionally fine for 
cutting. For varieties and 
prices see page 29. 
Christmas Rose 
Imagine the novelty of 
cutting flowers in the 
garden when the snow 
covers other plants. 
Blooms are pure white 
or tinged pink, 2 to 
3 inches across, on 
stems a foot or more 
long. Leaves thick, 
green at all seasons. 
See page 28. 
KOSES • 
Herbaceous Perennials* 
