Ornamental Grasses 
M1SCANTHUS sinensis gracillimus. Its long, narrow, graceful 
foliage with silvery midrib renders it a striking and distinct 
plant as a specimen or for grouping. $1 for 4 ; $2 per doz. 
PENNISETUM Japonicum (Hardy Fountain Grass). Bright 
green, narrow foliage, 4 feet high. The cylindrical flower 
heads are tinged with bronzy purple. One of the most valuable 
Hardy Grasses. $1 for 4 ; $2 per doz. 
VARIEGATED RIBBON GRASS (Phalaris Arundinacea Var.). 
This attractive grass is splendid for use at the corners of 
your pool and at junctures of a walk. It is also fine for group¬ 
ing around a large clump of Pennisetum, Jap Iris or Hemero- 
callis. The leaves are longitudinally striped with white and are 
very ornamental. 20c each ; $1.50 per doz. 
Hardy Bamboos 
The first thoughts for a tropical garden are Bamboos. They 
are hardy as far north as New York or Cleveland. 
BAMBUSA AUREA. Close-jointed canes; leaves that are light, 
small and very graceful. $1 each. 
B. AURICOMA. A green and yellow variety that is very pretty. 
_ It will grow to 3 feet and make a rather compact growth. 
It is most effective when used in connection with the green¬ 
leaved varieties. $1 each. 
B. FORTUNEI. A dwarf variety that is about 18 inches high. 
The foliage is green and white. $1 each. 
B. JAPONICA. An interesting variety with broad green leaves. 
It grows 36 inches in height. $1 each. 
Anacharis 
Cabomba 
OXYGENATING PLANTS 
To keep the water clear and 
pure. For pools and aquariums 
jO INSURE proper living conditions for your Hi ±, c 
I fish and to keep the water pure and clean, I lOaTlNy rlalTTS 
water gardens and aquariums should be planted „ . . 
with suitable oxygenating plants which absorb your fish collection includes some Bubble Nest 
the impurities and liberate oxygen. With these Builders (Labyrinth Fishes) we recommend the addi- 
plants you can provide a balanced condition of tion of some floating plants. 
plant and animal life and remove the need for tttdtcttt . DI * , 
changing the water often. When these plants have UTRICULARIA MINOR. Masses of green threads 
been used we have known aquariums to be in per- with very tiny air bladders. Commonly used for 
feet condition after two years without a change of spawning fishes like Haplochilus and Rivulus. 
Water ‘ FLOATING ELODEA. Rapidly forms a thick jun- 
We offer suitable collections of the right varieties gle of leaves several inches below the surface, 
to balance the aquarium. Place an inch or two of Best protection for young fishes, 
well washed sand or Aquarium Grit in the bottom 
of the aquarium and in this plant several varieties CRYSTAL WORT (Riccia fluitans). Dense grower, 
of water plants. Plant the Vallisneria around the Protects young fishes, 
sides and back, and Sagittaria just in front of the 
Vallisneria, and bank the sprigs of other plants in Each of the above varieties: 25c per portion, 
the corners and at other points for ornamental 
effect; and let Salvinia float on the water. Ornamental Varieties 
AQUARIUM GRIT. Fine grit especially prepared . . . ... 
and recommended for growing oxygenating While all oxygenating plants are attiaetive, this 
plants. 5 lb. bag, 25c; 10 lb. bag for 12 gal. group includes those which are really more orna- 
aquarium 50c; 25 lb. bag for aquariums up to 30 mental than useful. 
gal., by express collect, 75c. CRYPTOCORYNE. Thrives in deep shade. Grace¬ 
ful, dark green leaves. 75c each; $2 for 3; 
The Best Oxygenators $7 50 per doz - 
LUDWIGIA. Foliage green above; pink beneath. 
Under this heading we list those plants which are 15 C each ; $1.50 per doz. 
most valuable for supplying the necessary oxygen in 
pool or aquarium. HERPESTIS AMPLEXICAULIS (Incorrectly known 
as Bacopa). A splendid plant for cold or warm 
VALLISNERIA. Long, ribbon-like leaves. 50c per water aquariums. Its thick, bright green leaves are 
doz.; $4.00 per 100. borne in alternate pairs on a stout stem. It is not a 
rapid grower and, therefore, quite desirable. 15c 
ANACHARIS. Dark green foliage; lighter stems. each; $1.50 per doz. 
15c each ; $1.50 per doz. . 
WATER POPPY. A very satisfactory or- 
CABOMBA. Glossy green, fan-like leaves. Stems namental plant that will bloom in the 
red or green. 15c each; $1.50 per doz. aquarium. Does best in pot3 of soil. 15 c 
each ; $1.25 per doz. 
MILFOIL (Myriophyllum). Fine, needle-like green ti • 
leaves in bushy formation, giving appearance of ( C'i I I (?c \IOH C 
plumes. A favorite for fish spawning. 15c each; \<UllvLllUI lJ 
$1.50 per doz. (Collection No. 35A) 
HAIR GRASS. Will carpet your aquarium with two SEVEN VARIETIES of aquarium plants 
inch grass needles. Ideal for protecting eggs including the best oxygenators, such as 
and young fish. 50c for 25 plants. Anacharis, Sagittaria, and Vallisneria in 
sufficient quantity to balance a 10-gallon 
SAGITTARIA SINENSIS. Dark green leaves; aquarium .$1-10 
strong-growing plant. 15c each; $1.50 per doz. ; " TT 
$10 per 100. „ Collection No. 35B) 
For 18-gallon aquarium—7 varieties de- 
SAGITTARIA SUBULATA. Dwarf. 75c per doz.; scribed above . ..$2 
$5 per 100. (Collection No. 35C) 
SOUTHERN SPATTERDOCK. Broad, light green For 30-gallon aquarium—9 varieties de¬ 
leaves; very ornamental. 15c each ; $1.50 per doz. scribed above ... 
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