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The Rocky Mountain Seed Co., Denver, Colo. 
Foxglove 
Foxglove- 
Tan, stately Perennials 
that do well on poor soil, 
in a half-shaded posi¬ 
tion. They are planted 
extensively among- shrub¬ 
bery, and on shady hill¬ 
sides. Delicate, thimbie 
shaped flowers of white, 
lavender and rose, with 
odd marking-s in the 
throat, are produced on 
tall, stiff spikes growing 
two to five feet tall. 
Pkt.. 10c; J /4 oz., 30c. 
GIANT SHIRLEY MIXED 
—Four to 6 feet high 
with flower heads over 
2 % feet long, crowded 
with large blossoms 
ranging in color from 
white and shell-pink 
to deepest rose. Many 
handsomely dotted 
with crimson, maroon 
or chocolate. Pkt., 10c; 
Yu oz., 35c. 
Four O’Clock— 
(Marvel of Peru) —Well 
known free flowering 
hardy annual. No flower makes a prettier border than the 
old-fashioned Four O’clock; does well everywhere. Give 
each plant from 12 to 18 inches of space so that they 
may expand and display the large convolvulus-like flow¬ 
ers to advantage. Colors: white, yellow, crimson, striped, 
etc. It is one of the most brilliant and showy plants that 
can be grown. These beautiful flowers can be grown in 
any soil and will stand much neglect. Does well in sun 
or partial shade. Mixed, Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; 14 lb., 40c; 
1 lb., $ 1 . 00 . 
DWARF MIXED— Dwarf, compact, bushy plants with gol¬ 
den variegated foliage; the flowers of many brilliant 
colors. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; 14 lb., 50c; lb., $1.50. 
Oaillarrlia Blanket Flower. Annual Varieties — 
\xauicii tlld— Splendid, showy plants, remarkable for 
brilliancy of their blooms, which are rich crimson and 
orange, and are borne continuously from early summer 
until frost; excellent for beds, borders or for cutting. 
They should be sown where they are to bloom early in 
May. Pkt., 5c; '/ 4 oz., 15c. 
PERENNIAL VARIETIES— The hardy Gaillardia should be 
in every border as they thrive in any soil or position, 
are absolutely hardy and practically take care of them¬ 
selves. Sow the seed early and they will begin blooming 
in July and continue until frost. Grow 2 ft. high and 
are fine for cutting. 
GRANDIFLORA MIXED— Giant, gorgeously colored Dowers 
marked with rings of crimson, orange and Vermillion. 
Pkt., 10c; (4 oz., 25c. 
Aoraninm ZONALE— Mixed colors. Perennial. A 
omuill—splendid strain of the best varieties. 
They are easily raised from seed, which should be sown 
in the house and transplanted in May or June to the open. 
Being tender perennials, they should be lifted in the fall, 
potted and taken into the house to bloom. Pkt., 10c. 
1 Hardy Perennial— These hardy plants have be- 
come very popular for use in the Hardy Bor¬ 
der and in the Rockery where their showy Dowers make a 
brilliant display from May through October. To avoid wilt¬ 
ing after cutting, put the stems in warm water. 
LADY STRATHEDEN— Rich golden yellow, loose petaled 
double Dowers produced on thrifty plants in the great¬ 
est profusion all summer. Pkt., 10c. 
MRS. BRADSHAW— Large double orange-scarlet Dowers 
on plants 2 ft. high. Pkt., 10c. 
Dwarf, hardy annuals of easy culture. They 
uvuciia—d 0 b es t j n a sunny position in rather poor 
soil. Sow the seed outdoors, in May, thinning out well in 
the rows, or start in hotbeds and transplant. Flowers are 
large, trumpet shaped of satiny texture and rich coloring. 
All shades of rose. Pkt., 5c; 1/4 oz., 15c. 
ftA«.w»l <» ORNAMENTAL— Tender annual climbers of 
vuHiua-pjpj,] growth, vines often growing 20 to 
3 0 feet long. They have luxuriant foliage and are immune 
from insects. Fruits curiously shaped in various colors 
and peculiarly marked. Forms may be wonderfully varied 
by tying strings around the young fruit or by enclosing 
same in a carved mold while growing. Many of these 
fruits keep for years, being very hard shelled. Finest 
mixed. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c. 
Hvarinth Roafl_DOLICHOS— Purple Soudan — 
Annual. A rapid growing climb¬ 
er for sunny situations. 8 to 10 feet. Stems purplish-red; 
red and purple shades in the leaves. Long spikes of pea¬ 
like Dowers of deep reddish maroon, followed by beautiful 
metallic purple seed pods. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c. 
t 
Gypsophila (Baby’s Breath) — 
The delicate mist-like sprays are used for mixing with 
other Dowers in bouquets and vases. The plants are easily 
grown and bloom very freely. 
ELEGANS GRANDIFLORA ALBA — A greatly Improved, 
large, white-Dowering annual Baby’s Breath that is 
easily grown in any garden. Make several sowings dur¬ 
ing the spring and early summer. You will Dnd this 
perhaps the most valuable Dower in your garden. Pkt., 
5c; oz., 30c. 
ELEGANS ROSEA —Soft pink. Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c. 
ELEGANS CARMINEA —Carmine rose. Pkt., 5c; oz., 35c. 
PANICULATA —White Dowers Dne for winter bouquets 
when dried. A favorite hardy perennial. Grows 2 ft. 
high. Pkt., 10c; !4 oz., 25c. 
UAlisk+i«ArkA An old time favorite grown for its 
ncliuirupt;— large clusters of delightful, fragrant 
Dowers. The mixture oDered here is a Dne blend of laven¬ 
der, blue and purple shades. They are easily raised, reach 
a height of about i % feet, and Dnd especial use for 
planting in mixed borders or for massing in beds. Also 
good for growing in pots and for cutting. 
LEMOINE GIANT —Mixed colors. Pkt.. 10c; J4 oz., 35c. 
Uoliairttliiie SUNFLOWER — Annual. Remarkable 
rsciaeSIELIlUs— for the stately growth, size and bril¬ 
liancy of their Dowers, making a very good effect among 
shrubbery or for screens. Fine for cutting. Sown in a 
sunny spot in April or May they bloom from early sum¬ 
mer until cut down by frost. 
CALIFORNICA — Rich golden yellow Dowers, perfectly 
double, resembling a chrysanthemum. A very handsome 
Dower. Pkt., 10c; J/ 2 oz., 20c. 
NEW RED— Blooms the Drst season from seed. Is a very 
handsome Dower, well formed, with dark center, the 
petals are bright yellow at. the tips, shaded towards the 
center with rich chestnut red, resembling a large Calli- 
opsis. Pkt., 10c; oz., 50c. 
MAMMOTH RUSSIAN —The old-rashioned single, giant sun- 
Dower. Oz., 10c. 
These real > old-fashioned hardy plants 
nuiiynuin— are a necessary part of every perennial 
garden. Nothing Is more effective than a mass of Holly¬ 
hocks blooming in the back of the hardy border. Massed 
in fence corners or distributed among the shrubbery no 
other plant can produce such bold and showy effects. 
Give them plenty of water during the dry weather, an 
occasional dressing of manure and slight protection during 
the winter. 
DOUBLE, Deep Rose—Pkt., 10c. 
Maroon—Pkt., 10c. Newport Pink—Pkt., 10c. 
Scarlet—Pkt., 10c. Salmon Rose—Pkt., 10c. 
White—Pkt., 10c. Sulphur Yellow—Pkt., 10c. 
DOUBLE MIXED—Pkt., 10c; / 8 oz., 25c. 
llAiiAveiirLIa _HEDYSARUM —“French” Hardy Bi- 
nuilcyslILnic— ennial — A very handsome, free 
Dowering plant bearing fragrant Dowers. Well adapted to 
the border of rock-work; yellow. Sow the seed in a warm 
border in rich soil and transplant to place where they are 
to remain. Pkt., 5c; !4 oz., 15c. 
Humulus (Japanese Hop)-*" i mbVr 
which grows with great rapidity; foliage similar to the 
common hop, but much larger. One of the best plants for 
covering verandas and summer-houses. Pkt., 5c; [4 oz., 
20 c. 
Ice Plant— 
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM 
CRYSTALLINUM (Annu¬ 
al)—Foliage very orna¬ 
mental, being covered 
with ice-like globules and 
prized for garnishing; a 
valuable plant for dry, 
sunny situations on 
banks, rockwork, old 
walls and ruins, etc., also 
for sunny borders. Pkt., 
10 c; J 4 oz., 20 c. 
Job’s Tears— 
(Coix lachryma) — Curi¬ 
ous ornamental grass 
with broad, corn - like 
leaves and lustrous slate 
colored seeds used for 
beads. Valuable for win¬ 
ter bouquets with ever¬ 
lasting Dowers. Plant 
outdoors early in spring 
in hills three feet apart, 
four or Dve seeds in a 
hill, and cover half an 
inch deep. Hardy annual; 
three feet high. Pkt., 5c; 
oz., 15c; !4 lb., 35c. 
