BULB AND PLANT SPECIALTIES. 
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rose. CRIMSON RAMBLER. This de¬ 
cided novelty in Roses was received in 
England, from Japan, Fall of 1S93. 
The plant is of very vigorous growth, 
making shoots from eight to ten feet during 
the season, rendering it a charming pillar 
Rose. It is also magnificent in bush form, 
and for covering buildings, trellises, etc., it 
cannot be excelled. One of the striking 
characteristics of this Rose is its remarkable* 
color, which is of the brightest crimson, 
which remains undimmed to the end, show¬ 
ing none of the objectionable purplish tint 
so common in crimson roses. 
The flowers are produced in great pyra¬ 
midal panicles or trusses, each carrying from 
thirty to forty blooms, the individual flowers 
measuring about one to one and a half inches 
in diameter and remaining perfect on the 
plant for upwards of two weeks with their 
freshness of color unimpaired. The foliage 
is bright green and glossy, and contrasts 
finely with the bright crimson of the flowers. 
It is said to be exceedingly hardy, having 
successfully withstood the test in exposed 
situations of two very severe winters in 
England. We have not had an opportunity 
to test its hardiness here, but from all ap¬ 
pearances we think it is hardy. As a decor¬ 
ative pot plant it cannot be excelled. 300 
blooms have been grown on one branch. 
Plants, 50 cts. each ; $5.00 per dozen. 
VIOLET, LADY HUME CAMPBELL. 
The latest and best. Not quite so dark in 
color as Marie Louise but almost twice as 
large; well-grown flowers will easily cover 
a half-dollar piece. The lasting fragrance 
is as penetrating as it is delicate and pleas¬ 
ing, and the vigor of the plant is as noticeable 
in 
Crimson Rambler. 
the foliage as in the flowers. The stock we offer has 
always been entirely free from disease of any kind. Per doz, $1.00; hundred, $8.00. 
FOLIAGE PLANTS FOR THE HOUSE. 
ARICA LUTESCENS. A majestic palm Its dark, glossy-green leaves are gracefully curved on slender stems 
The trunk and stems are a golden yellow, irregularly spotted with bronzy green. Each, \)/ 2 feet, $1.50; 
2>^ feet, $3.00. 
KENTIA BELMOREANA. Sometimes called the “Curly Palm,” recognized as one of the best for all 
purposes, being able to withstand more ill usage, perhaps, than any other. Each, feet, $2.00; 2 feet, 
$3.00; 3 feet, $5.00. 
LANTAN1A BORBONICA. This is a typical palm and is more largely used than any other. It is of strong, 
healthy habit, and especially suitable for window culture. Each, \% feet, 
$1.50; 2 feet, $2.00; 2% feet, $3.00; 3 feet, $5.00. 
PANDANUS UTILIS. This is a most desirable variety for window culture, and 
will bear without injury a great deal of neglect. Each, 1 foot, $1.00; ilofeet, 
$2.50. * 
DRACENA INDIVISA. Valuable as a window plant and for centres of vases, 
baskets, beds, etc.; 50 cts. to $1.50 each. 
DRACENA TERMINALIS. A beautiful decorative plant, gorgeous shades of 
crimson, bronzy green and pink foliage ; 5 0 c t 8 * 1 ° $ I - 5 ° eac h- 
RUBBER PLANTS, Ficus Elestica. We can furnish nice, healthy plants of this 
favorite at fiom $i.oo to $5 00 each according to size. 
NEPHROLEPSIS EXALTATA. Sward Fern A very popular window-plant. 
It bears well with heat, dust, and neglect, and always has a bright, fresh ap¬ 
pearance. Strong plants, 50 cts. to $2.00 each. 
See Special Offers on third page of cover. 
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Kentia Belmoreana. 
