VIOLA (Violet) 
CORNUTA. 6 inches. Resemble pansies in shape and form, and while not as large, 
they bloom more profusely and for a longer time. Flower continuously 6 to 8 months 
in the year. Seed sown in April produces flowering plants by June. Our seed is a 
choice mixture of all colors. Pkt., I Oc. 
JERSEY GEM. 6 inches. The most valuable Viola yet introduced. Succeeds in 
any good soil, in a sunny position, blooming practically without a break from May 
to the end of the season. Flowers of large size; slightly perfumed; color is pure, 
rich violet; and borne on good stems about 6 inches long. A splendid subject for cut¬ 
ting. Pkt., 20c. Pot plants, 30c each; 3 for 75c; 12 for $2.00, postpaid. 
VIOLA APRICOT. The best of the recent introductions. A profuse bloomer with 
large flowers of rich apricot with orange shadings. Pkt., 15c. Pot plants, 30c each; 
3 for 75c; 12 for $2.00, postpaid. 
VIOLA ODORATA (Sweet Violet). 4 to G inches. April-June. Perfectly hardy ; 
covered with flowers in early spring; wonderfully sweet scented; also suited for 
forcing. Blue or White, 15c per packet; 2 pkts.—one of each color— 25c. 
NEW PINK VIOLET (Viola Rosina). The first truly pink flowered Violet ever 
produced. The flowers are bright rose-pink, very fragrant and perfectly hardy. Un¬ 
like most Violets, Rosina will thrive in the sun and bloom not only in the spring 
but again in the fall. Field grown plants, 50c each; 3 for $1.25, postpaid. 
PEACOCK VIOLET. Large blossoms on long stems. Lemon yellow center with 
fine purple stripes, surrounded by a sky blue and purple border, with outer edge of 
white with a dainty pink sheen. The backs of the petals are a dainty blush pink 
blended with light lavender. Field grown plants, 40c each; 3 for $1.00, postpaid. 
Tritoma 
Red Hot Poker or 
Flame Flower 
Yucca Filamentosa (35c Each) 
PFITZEEI (Everblooming Red-Hot Poker Plant). 
3 to 4 feet. August-October. The finest of all Tri- 
tomas, the flowers measuring 12 to 15 inches long 
by 4 inches in diameter. They are dazzling scarlet, 
the lower half of the flower being tinged with rich 
orange. A clump makes a striking show, surpassing 
the finest Canna for attractiveness. Bloom from 
August to October. If the roots are covered during 
the severe winter weather, they will live safely 
from year to year. Blooming size plants, 35c each; 
3 for 85c; 12 for $2.50, postpaid. 
EARLY PEPETUAL-FLOWERING HYBRIDS. 
The first of the Tritomas to bloom; massive flower 
spikes 3 feet tall; flowers of various colors, ranging 
from pale yellow to deep orange-scarlet. Pkt., 10c. 
PERENNIAL VERBENA 
Perennial 
Verbena 
(35c Each) 
One of the finest hardy perennial bedding and border plants; 
a strong, thrifty grower, about 12 inches high and covered 
from early summer until late fall with a lavish profusion of 
handsome bright lavender-rose flowers. One of the most sat¬ 
isfactory low-growing perennial plants; a continual display of 
blooms ; fine for cutting and the 
best plant we know of for the 
rock garden. No seed. Bloom¬ 
ing size plants, 35c each; 3 for 85c; 12 for $2.50, postpaid. 
(Mother of Thyme). 
Dense mats of light 
green foliage growing only a few inches high. Good for the 
rockery and for planting between stepping stones. After it be¬ 
comes established it can be mowed with the lawn mower without 
material damage. Small purplish flowers appear in June. Bloom¬ 
ing size plants, 25c each; 3 for 60c; 12 for $l.75i postpaid. 
Coccinea (Jupiter’s Beard). 2 to 3 
feet. June-August. Showy, hardy 
border plants; producing large flowerheads of delicately sweet 
spicy fragrance. Fine for bouquets. 
Red. Pkt., 8c. White. Pkt., 8c. Mixed Colors. Pkt., 8c. 
(Biennial). Adaptability for pot 
culture and outdoor bedding and 
THYMUS SERPYLLUM 
VALERIANA 
The 
Tritoma 
WALLFLOWER 
the exquisite fragrance of their flowers should win favor. 
oriental coloring of the flowers in their rich reds and ye.- 
is very effective. They are easily grown and last long as cut 
flowers. Not hardy in the Northern States, so 
should be taken into the house when fall frosts' 
are expected, or wintered in cold frames. Pkt., 
10c. 
VI Trp A Filamentosa. 4 to 6 feet. June- 
I LJ Sometimes called Spanish 
Bayonet and Adam’s Needle. A distinctive, 
hardy evergreen plant producing large spikes of 
show T y creamy-white flowers. Grows well on 
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the poorest and driest sandy soils where little else will grow. A popular plant for 
cemetery use. 35c each; 3 for 85c; 12 for $2.50, postpaid. 
Variegated form of above. The long 
leaves are striped bronze and green with 
a wide yellow edge. Very attractive foliage in both summer and winter. 35c each; 
3 for 85c; 12 for $2.50, postpaid. 
VARIEGATED YUCCA 
Viola Odorata 
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