Catalogue of Novelties. 19 
pkt 
Layia Elegans.—A novelty of great merit, star-like golden yellow flowers, white mar¬ 
gined. Annual. $0.25 
Linaria Maroccana Hybrida.—An annual varying in color - rose, carmine, crimson, 
purple, violet, chamois, and flesh colored.2 c 
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Lobelia— [Carter's) Prima Donna .—A new crimson maroon Lobelia. *Tis said that no 
modern introduction to the world of flora has received a heartier welcome than was 
accorded to this charming novelty when it was placed before the committee of the 
Royal Horticultural Society. The members of the committee, as well as all other 
horticulturists who have seen Lobelia Prima Donna, have pronounced it to be a gem. 
The habit of plant is dwarf, color of flower rich velvety maroon, with a small white 
eye thickly studded over the entire plant, that produces an effect that is unique and 
beautiful...25 
calceolaria “ victoria prize.” (See page 18). 
Mignonette —Reseda Odorata Grandiflora “ Machet ."—This new variety is of French origin, 
and is pronounced a valuable novelty. The dwarf and vigorous plants are of pyra 
midal growth, and furnished with very dark green leaves ; they throw up numerous 
stout flower stalks terminated by long and broad spikes of deliciously scented red 
flowers. Very distinct, and fine for pot culture.25 
Nanophila Atomania Arocoerulea—( Carter's) New. —Color ultra-marine blue, pure 
white centre, with a zone of black purple. This new variety has been greatly ad¬ 
mired by all lovers of this class of flowers.25 
Petunia — Double Lilliput [Denary). —These new double varieties are much admired. The 
flowers, which are small and double, are borne on dense bushes in various shades of 
color, giving the plants a most pleasing appearance, and will win the good graces 
of all lovers of flowers. . . • .50 
Petunia— Large Pioneering Yellow-throated [Denary). —The characteristics are large-sized 
flowers, faultless inform, with a broad and deep yellow throat that is generally after 
the manner of the Salpiglossis. But very little seed is obtained from this variety.75 
Primula— [Carter's) New “ Jiolborn Group." —This class of Primulas are considered the 
largest and best prize varieties of England. The seeds we now offer were grown by 
the Messrs. Carters, and includes their collection of named varieties. Finest mixed, 
a great variety of colors... 75 
