The Annual Poppies Produce a Colorful Array 
POPPY 
Poppies are easy to grow, coming rapidly from seed and blooming pro¬ 
fusely. It is wise to sow where they are wanted as they do not transplant 
successfully. They should be sown early, and can be safely sown in the Fall. 
They will produce a riot of color. 
Single Shirley Poppies 
AMERICAN LEGION. An improved variety with extra large, single flowers 
of a dazzling scarlet overcast with orange. 2 feet. 
BLUE SHADES. Large blooms of a beautiful crinkled texture in shades of 
bright blue. 
DEEP APRICOT. A gorgeous, large single of deep apricot shades. 
THE BRIDE. A lovely pure white single with a delicate artistic appearance. 
WILD ROSE. An appealing shade of Wild-Rose pink which is very effective. 
This is a good cut flower. 
SHIRLEY SINGLES FINEST MIXED. A balanced mixture of choice singles in 
a wide color range. 
A Packet Each of the Six Varieties, 40c 
Double Shirley Poppies 
ART SHADES. Extra large Begonia-flowered doubles in rich pastel colors. A 
blended mixture of mauve, carmine, lavender, and soft pink. A fine new 
strain. Pkt. 15c, Tr. Pkt. 30c. 
PINK SHADES. Extra large crinkled doubles in vivid shades of pink. 
SALMON SHADES. Giant doubles of fine texture in shades of salmon. 
THE DAZZLER. A stunning double of extra size in a vivid, bright orange 
scarlet. 
SWEET BRIAR. A delightful shade of deep rose pink. The delicately formed 
flower resembles a large double Begonia. Very fine. Pkt. 15c, Tr. Pkt. 
30c. 
RYBURCH HYBRIDS. A grand mixture of giant doubles in a complete color 
range. 
A Packet Each of the Six Varieties, 50c 
Novelty Poppies 
AMERICAN FLAG. Beautiful extra large, double snow-white flowers hand¬ 
somely edged with scarlet. Resembles a perfectly formed carnation. 
CARNATION FLOWERED MIXED. Large carnation-type flowers in a splendid 
selection of brilliant shades. 
FLANDERS. The true poppy of Flanders’ fields. A vivid scarlet single. 2'/2 
feet. 
CLAUCUM (Tulip Poppy). A dazzling deep scarlet with a black cross 
greatly resembling the brilliant Gesneriana Tulip. 1 V 2 feet. 
MIKADO (The Striped Japanese Poppy). Large double flowers of White 
elegantly edged with scarlet rose. The petals curl prettily similar to a 
Japanese Chrysanthemum. 
PEONY FLOWERED MIXED. Giant Peony-like flowers in colors ranging from 
white through the salmon pinks to cardinal and violet. An impressive 
show. 21/2 feet. 
A Packet of Each of the Six Varieties, 40c 
RHODANTHE 
MACULATA (Swan River Everlasting). A delightful annual that will thrive 
in rich soil. Fine for pot culture, and is decorative in the garden. The 
flowers are recommended for winter bouquets. 1 foot. Rose, White, or 
Mixed. 
RICINUS 
ZANZIBARIENSIS (Castor Bean). An ornamental foliage plant of regal 
splendour growing about six feet high. Broad green leaves on red 
stalks. Rapid and luxuriant in growth. These will keep moles out of 
the border. 1 oz. 20c. 
SALPIGLOSSIS 
EMPEROR STRAIN (Painted Tongue). One of the greatest favorites. Forms 
tall, graceful stems bearing on the summit a veritable bouquet of 
splendid blooms that are delicately veined with gold. Brown, Crimson, 
Dark Blue, Purple, Rose, Scarlet, Violet, Velvety Red, White and Cold, 
and Mixed. 
Your Choice of 4 Packets, 30c 
SALVIA 
AMERICA “CLOBE OF FIRE.” One of the finest Scarlet Sage for bedding. 
Taken from selected stock it will show a uniformity of growth about 2 
feet high. Free blooming, coming early and lasting well into the autumn. 
A choice strain. Pkt, 20c, Tr. Pkt. 50c. 
FARINACEA. This popular blue variety is really a perennial, but will bloom 
the first season in July if the seed is sown about the first of May. 
Tall, large spikes of rich blue. 2'/2 feet. 
SPLENDENS. The excellent Scarlet Sage so widely used as a bedding or tall 
edging plant. The deep green foliage is covered all summer with fiery 
red blossoms. 3 feet. 
ZURICH. A semi-dwarf, early blooming variety smothered with blazing red 
flowers. A stocky, rugged grower. 2 feet. Pkt. 15c, Tr. Pkt. 40c. 
*SANVITALIA 
PROCUMBENS DOUBLE (Creeping Zinnia). A prostrate, creeping plant com¬ 
pletely covered with small Zinnia-like flowers of golden yellow with a 
disc of dark purple. It is very effective as an edging plant, and can 
be used in the rockery. Blooms from early summer until frost. 6 inches. 
SAPONARIA 
VACCARIA ROSEA. Produces graceful sprays of glistening pink flowers that 
are fine for cutting. As a filler for bouquets you will find this very 
useful. 2 feet. 
SCABIOSA 
The Pincushion Flower or Mourning Bride has always been a great 
favorite. A beautiful cut flower, attractive in the border, and very easy to 
grow. If kept picked will bloom through the summer in great profusion. 
CRANDIFLORA. Large double flowers in lovely shades borne on long slender 
stems making them ideal for cutting. Effective in beds or for the 
border. 2'/2 feet. Ageratum Blue, Azure Fairy, Black Prince, Cherry 
Red, Rose, Shasta (improved white), Yellow, or Mixed. 
A Packet each of the Seven Colors, 50c 
“BLUE COCKADE.” A fine new English variety which received an Award 
of Merit from the R. H. S. The purest deep azure blue found in any 
annual. The large double flowers are greatly improved as to formation 
being almost conical in shape. An excellent cut flower, being long¬ 
stemmed and free-flowering. 3 feet. Pkt. 20c, Tr. Pkt. 50c. 
“LOVELINESS.” A lovely recent introduction that has met with wide ap¬ 
proval as a cut flower. Large double flowers with an exquisite blending 
of pastel shades of delicate salmon rose. 
“PEACH BLOSSOM.” The Royal Horticultural Society cited this Scabiosa for 
its beautiful tones of peach pink. A strong grower on erect stems mak¬ 
ing it a valuable cut flower. 
SCHIZANTHUS 
DR. BADCER’S CIANTS (Butterfly Flower). One of the daintiest anfl easiest 
to grow of garden annuals. The pyramidal-shaped plant, 18 inches 
high, is completely hidden by the most delicate and charming bloom 
in a wide range of colors. Fine for the border when sown in the Spring. 
It is also an excellent pot plant for the house. For such use the seeds 
should be sown in the Fall. Pkt. 20c, Tr. Pkt. 50c. 
ROSE AND AMBER SHADES. A new and pleasing mixture of rose $nd pink 
tones brightly marked with deep gold. Presents a beautiful appearance 
with its myriads of flowers. Pkt. 15c, Tr. Pkt. 40c. 
SUNSET HYBRIDS. An arrestingly bright strain which has been recently 
developed. Bright red and carmine tinted butterfly-like flowers de¬ 
licately marked with gold and white. The two foot plants are covered 
with a mass of flowers which are excellent for cutting. An easily grown 
variety. Recommended. Pkt. 20c, Tr. Pkt. 50c. 
WISTONENSIS “EXCELSIOR.” A bewildering array of bright colors in large 
flowers of buff, rose, blue, purple, and white. Many are marked with 
contrasting shades. Fern-like foliage is attractive in the border. Recom¬ 
mended for the garden and cutting. Easy from seed. 18 inches. Pkt. 
1 5c, Tr. Pkt. 40c. 
SALPICLOSSIS EMPEROR STRAIN 
One of the greatest favorites 
SCABIOSA "BLUE COCKADE" —A grand new English introduction with large, conical-shaped 
double flowers of true bright blue. A sturdy, rugged grower that makes a fine cut flower. 
Pkt. 20c. 
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