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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati— 1892-1935 
Forty-Third Year 
Shallow Water and Bog Plants 
Water Canna (Thalia Dealbata) is a glorious Hardy Pool Plant, 
splendid for corners and tall center effects. 
The following are tall growing, shallow water plants, 
which are best for corner or center decorations in pools, or 
can be used in clumps at edges of ponds or pools. Asterisks 
indicate depth to plant roots under water: (*) =water level; 
(**)=2 inches under water; (***)=6 inches under water. 
(SIX PLANTS OF A KIND AT DOZEN RATE.) 
WATER CANNA (***)—A very handsome and useful 
plant with leaves similar to Cannas and with tall spikes of 
purple flowers which later change to purple seeds. It is quite 
hardy and does well in water not over 12 inches deep when 
planted in good soil. Its height of five to seven feet makes it 
well suited for corner or center decoration. (Hardy.) 
35c each. 4 for $1.00. 
CATTAIL (***)—An old familiar plant and still a favorite 
for pool planting. Shallow water and plenty of rich soil will 
grow these graceful leaves and spikes to 5 feet in height. 
6 for 50c. $1.00 per doz. (Hardy.) 
INDIAN ARROWHEAD (* * *1 —Very distinctive leaves 
shaped like an arrowhead held aloft on a stem from 1 to 3 
feet above water. In rich soil and shallow water the plants 
thrive and are quite hardy. Spikes of snow-white flowers 
with close yellow stamens add to its attraction. (Hardy.) 
20c each. 6 for $1.00. 
PICKEREL PLANT (***)—An attractive marsh plant with 
frequent spikes of pleasing purple flowers. Plant in shallow 
water and it will grow luxuriantly and bloom all summer. 
Leaves are heart-shaped—about 1 to 2 feet tall. (Hardy.) 
25c each. $2.50 per dozen. 
SWEET FLAG (***) Variegated (Acorus calamus variegata) 
—A choice hardy plant with Iris-like leaves 2 to 3 feet tall, 
striped green and ivory. Very showy when used in group 
planting. (Hardy.) 
25c each. $2.50 per dozen. 
YELLOW FLAG (**) ( Iris pseudacorous ) —A tall swamp 
Iris which likes to grow in wet ground (but not more than 
2 inches under water). It produces broad yellow flowers of 
the Japanese Iris type, and is hardy. 
4 for $1.00. $2.50 per dozen. 
BLUE FLAG (**) ( Iris versicolor) —Swamp Iris. Same as 
the yellow flag described above, except this variety has blue 
flowers. Plant same as Yellow Flag. (Hardy.) 
4 for $1.00. $2.50 per dozen. 
LOBELIA (**) Cardinalis (Cardinal Flower)—One of our 
most attractive native plants which grows in moist ground 
and may be used advantageously at the edge of pools, or on 
any ground where they will not suffer from drought. Flowers 
borne on spikes and are fiery cardinal color. Strong plants 
often produce 10 to 18 spikes 24 to 30 inches long. They 
bloom during August and September. (Hardy.) 
35c each. 3 for $1.00. 
WILD RICE (**) (Zizania aquatica) —An attractive reed¬ 
like plant which bears large panicles of bloom on graceful 
stems 5 to 10 feet long. The seeds are relished by birds and 
are an important food for water fowl. Easily grown in 
shallow water and should be in every pond. (An annual.) 
$1.00 per dozen. 
UMBRELLA PALM (*) (Cyperus alternifolius) —This is the 
old favorite Umbrella Plant. A well-known shallow water 
plant used mainly for pools. These are choice Greenhouse 
Grown Plants from 2%-inch pots. Will grow very large dur¬ 
ing the Summer, but must come in for Winter. (Not hardy.) 
15c each. 
A T the edges of natural bodies of water there is 
always a wealth of vegetation, wherever soil 
and climate will allow plants to grow. Since 
our object in a water garden is to duplicate in 
miniature what Nature does on a grand scale, we 
search out her choicest shallow water and bog 
plants to use at the edges of our pools and ponds. 
This class of plants embraces an enormous num¬ 
ber of grasses, reeds, creeping vines, tall and short 
leaved plants, floating plants, etc. We offer only 
selected plants carefully chosen because of char¬ 
acteristics of beauty and adaptability to use in 
water gardens. 
The plants listed here are particular in their 
requirements. 
Some like only their roots wet and we have 
designated them thus (*). 
Others like two inches of water over their 
crowns and are designated thus (**). 
The third group should be planted with roots 
about six inches under water and are designated 
thus (***). 
In order to have success growing shallow water 
plants, use large flower pots, boxes, or a concrete 
ledge or “pockets” so placed that the water will 
vary from ground level to six inches over ground 
level, and plant each kind at its proper level. To 
keep them over Winter place them all in deep water 
or protect with board, leaves, etc. ( Six of a kind 
at dozen rate.) 
The plants listed in this column are low-growing varieties. 
(Six of a kind at dozen rate.) 
WATER POPPY (***) (Hydrocleis nymphoides) —A dainty 
rooted plant which sends up floating leaves and bears yellow 
flowers similar to the California poppies. Plant in shallow 
water same as a small water lily. Water Poppy can also be 
used for inside aquariums if planted in small pots, but 
develops better outdoors. (Not hardy in Northern States.) 
10c each. $1.20 per dozen. 
WATER SNOWFLAKE (Nymphoides indicum) Leaves (**), 
Plants (***). A floating aquatic with leaves like a small 
water lily. When detached the leaves will send down roots 
in shallow water and produce a new plant. It bears dainty 
white flowers, an inch in diameter, which resemble a giant 
snowflake. (May to December only.) (Not hardy in Northern 
States.) 
Leaves only, 25c each. $2.00 per dozen. 
Whole plants, 40c each. 
PARROT FEATHER (***) (Myriophyllum prosperpinacoides) 
—A species of Myriophyllum, good for aquariums or pools. 
Leafage above and below water. In pools, plant at the edge 
in very shallow water, so its long runners will give beautiful 
coverage. Available April 15 to November 15. Must be 
planted at once on receipt. (Hardy.) 
Furnished in bunches, 2 for 25c. 
CREEPING WATER HYACINTH (***)—A vine of entirely 
different habit from the regular Water Hyacinth, and a steady 
bloomer, with dark purple flowers similar to the regular 
Water Hyacinth and with similar dark green glossy leaves. 
Available May 15 until frost. (Not hardy in Northern States.) 
50c each. 
PRIMROSE CREEPER (***) (Jussiaea repens)—A. fast 
growing, semi-submerged aquatic vine with waxy green leaves 
and bearing a profusion of bright yellow flowers. It grows 
well in shade or sun. (Not hardy in Northern States.) 
3 for 50c. $1.50 per dozen. 
FLOATING HEART (***) (Nymphoides peltatum) —Leaves 
are similar to those of a Water Lily and it produces brilliant 
yellow flowers. Hardy and strong grower. Plant in two to 
six inches of water. 
4 for 50c. $1.20 per dozen. 
SPIDER LILY (**) (Hymenocallis caribaea) —A native West 
Indian plant bearing clusters of fragrant white flowers with 
narrow curving petals giving the effect of a large spider. (Not 
hardy in Northern States.) 
35c each. $3.00 per dozen. 
PAPYRUS (*)—This is the ancient Egyptian Paper Plant 
of historical legend, from which the Egyptians first manufac¬ 
tured paper, which they called “Papyrus.” It is similar to 
Umbrella Palm, but grows to be much larger. (Not hardy up 
north.) 
25c each. 
