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Lakeview Ponds, Mt. Airy, Cincinnati— 1892-1936 
Forty-Fourth Year 
Aquatic Plants for Aquariums and Pools 
Plants shown above are one sixth natural size. All are hardy except 
Nos. 3, 4, and 9, which are floating plants and should be replaced 
yearly. See descriptions and prices below. 
No. 1. Sagittaria— (The large plant Is shown sidewise.)—A 
(/) splendid oxygenator for aquariums and pools. Has 
stiff, strap-like leaves, which grow under water most 
of the year, but plants send up tall leaves above water 
and a blossom in summer, during which time it is out 
of season, but still available. Steadily gaining popu¬ 
larity as it gets better known. Grows well in aquar¬ 
iums throughout the year. 10c each. 6 for 50c. 
No. 2. Parrot Feather—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. Avail¬ 
able April 15 to November 15. Must be planted at once 
on receipt. 2 bunches for 25c. 
The Submerged Oxygenating Plants 
(Marked V) 
I N the modern aquarium or pool the first requisite is a 
so-called “balance” of fish and plant life which, when 
obtained, entirely eliminates the necessity of ever changing 
the water. Fish “breathe” oxygen from the water by means 
of their gills. They give off carbon dioxide. Certain plants 
absorb the carbon dioxide in the water for their growth, and 
in turn, during the daytime, actually give off oxygen to the 
water. This is the “balance” that aquarists speak of, and 
which is so necessary for healthful conditions for all the 
members of the aquarium or pool. The only care then required 
is to remove foreign substances, feed properly, and add water 
to take up the evaporation. 
The plants with check mark ( <f) are the best to grow 
under water in an aquarium or pool. Most of these plants 
need some sunlight or artificial light to grow indoors. All 
should be planted in sand in an aquarium—but in soil 
covered with sand in a pool—and the lead clips furnished on 
the bunched plants should be removed before planting. A 
dozen or so of these plants in shallow boxes will greatly help 
to keep the water in your pool fresh during the Winter. It 
is best to provide extra boxes for pool use, for if planted in 
the Water Lily boxes they absorb much of the nourishment 
and tend to choke out the lilies. 
The following plants are not shown on cut. 
Coontail, Spalterdock, Nitella and Hair Grass are hardy in 
most States, the others are not. 
( V) COONTAIL—A choice species of a very dark green bushy 
underwater plant of the “Cerotophyllum” family, furnished 
in bunches and sold nearly all year. Very well liked by those 
who know it and keeps well in stores. Coontail resembles a 
small spruce tree when placed in an aquarium. 
10c per bunch. 6 for 50c. 
( <f) WATER POPPY—A dainty rooted plant which sends up 
floating leaves and bears yellow llowers similar to the Cali¬ 
fornia poppies. Plant in shallow water same as a small 
water lily. Water Poppy can also be used for inside aquar¬ 
iums if planted in small pots, but develops better outdoors. 
10c each. $1.20 per dozen. 
WATER SNOWFLAKE—A floating aauatic 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 snowllake. (April to December.) Whole plants, 20c each. 
i <?) SOUTHERN SPATTERDOCK—This is a splendid large 
leaved underwater plant for aquariums and pools. The leaves 
give off oxygen to the water and grow very beautifully in an 
aquarium. Spatterdock has a large tuberous root which 
should be planted in a pot, using a little soil below and sand 
on top. 15c each. 6 for 75c. 
(CRYPTOCORYNE—This is one of the rarer underwater 
plants suited to aquariums. It will grow in deep shade, and 
is well suited to indoor use, but reproduces slowly, hence is 
not available in quantity. (Not included in collections.) 
35c each. 
No. 3. Shell Flower —Similar to Water Hyacinths, but rarer 
and preferring semi-shade and moist atmosphere. Does 
nicely in pools in summer. Available May 1 to No¬ 
vember 1 only. Should be placed in suitable location 
as soon as received. 3 for 50c. $1.50 per dozen. 
(V) NITELLA flexilis—-This is a hair-like underwater plant 
which floats In the water and makes a dense jungle thicket of 
its many thin branching stems. Baby fish find security in it. 
Good for Tropical Aquariums. Per portion, 50c. 
No. 4. Water Hyacinth—“The Queen of Aquatic Plants”—Cut 
shows how plants multiply by runners. The largest 
selling pool plant in the United States, because best 
for goldfish to spawn on. Special low prices April to 
November. (See page 17.) 10c each. 6 for 50c. 
No. 5. Anacharis Gigantia—Splendid oxygenator for aquariums, 
( V) and does nicely without much light. Not available at 
all times. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c. 
No. 6. Ludwigia—A very pretty plant, with well-developed 
( /) leaves colored green on top, reddish underneath. Grows 
above and below water, and a very choice plant. Avail¬ 
able year round. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c. 
No. 7. Myriophyllum—The largest selling bunched plant for 
( <f) the winter months. Available November to June 1, and 
most satisfactory when in season. Our standard when 
Cabomba is out of season. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c. 
No. 8. Valisneria—A grass-like plant, for aquariums. Repro- 
(<f) duces with creeping runners, same as Sagittaria (No. 
1). Available year round. Fine for tropical fish and 
all aquariums. 2 for 5c. 30c per dozen. 
No. 9. Salvinia—A miniature floating plant, with dainty, fuzzy 
leaves 1 A" to W in diameter. Grows on the water 
without soil, but likes partial shade. Per portion, 25c. 
No. 10. Cabomba—-This is the best known of all aquarium 
(\f) plants and is now available the year round. The plant 
Is relished by Goldfish and many Tropicals and helps 
keep them in good condition. 10c per bunch. 6 for 50c. 
( <f) HAIR GRASS—When properly started, this will form a 
regular carpet—an underwater lawn—on the bottom of the 
aquarium. Per portion, 50c. 
UMBRELLA PALM—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 1 / 4-inch pots. Will grow very large during the Summer, but 
must come in for Winter. 15c each. 
| COLLECTIONS OF OXYGENATING PLANTS 
(Available the year round) 
No. Ol—(Suitable for 5 to 10 gallon aquarium or a 
| very small pool.) Ten choice oxygenating 
1 plants and bunches in five varieties and a 
1 few of the miniature floating plants added. 
| Collection No. Ol. 
Postpaid in U. S. 
No. 02—(Suitable for 15 to 30 gallon aquarium or 
I for pools.) Twenty choice oxygenating 
| plants and bunches in 5 varieties and a 
| few of the miniature floating plants added. 
1 Collection No. 02. 
Postpaid in U. S. 
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