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’ F DELICACY describes the Teas, grandeur is the appellation peculiarly 
H appropriate to the Hybrid Perpetuals. Their flowers are much larger 
^ ■\ i /- « than those of the tender Roses, and the prevailing coloring is 
darker and richer than any found among the Teas. In growth they are also de¬ 
cidedly stronger and more vigorous. Their habit is erect and stiff rather than bushy 
and branching, and they are perfectly hardy in all parts of the country. Although 
requiring no protection against the cold, it is well, where in every way convenient, 
to throw loose branches of trees over them in Winter, as a shelter from the winds. 
There appears to be an idea somewhat prevalent among amateurs that these Roses 
are only suitable for planting at the North, or that they are not worthy of being 
grown where the Teas can be wintered over without protection. The notion is wholly 
erroneous. Their attractions are entirely different, and a collection that lacks them 
exhibits but half the beauty of the Rose. It should be well understood that these 
^ Roses do not, as a ru'e, bloom continuously. In May and June they present a mag¬ 
nificent appearance, the plants being fairly loaded with large double flowers; a burst 
of bloom seldom seen on any of the dwarf Teas. July, however, witnesses the last 
of them until September and October, when most of the varieties under good treat¬ 
ment, produce a second crop, not nearly so liberal as the first one, but often includ¬ 
ing Individual flowers of greater perfection. Some kinds bloom almost as constantly 
as Teas and Bourbons, but they are few. The Hybrid Perpetual Roses should al¬ 
ways be planted in the open ground. They are not suitable for house culture. 
Prices, except where noted, first size. In three-inch pots, 25 cents each. 
Second size, 15 cents each. 1 will send twelve choice varieties of my selection 
for $1.25. 
Alfred Colomb.—Carmine crimson, very large, of fine globular form, extremely 
fragrant. This is truly a magnificent sort. 
Alfonse Fonntaine.—Bright carmine, shaded with rich velvety scarlet, a charming 
sort. Large and full. 
Antoine Moutou.—Bright, glossy pink, reverse of petals silvery white, flowers of 
extraordinary size. 
Auguste Mle.—Clear, waxy rose, large and finely cupped, very fragrant. An excel¬ 
lent Rose. 
Baron de Bonstetten.—Velvety maroon, shaded with deep crimson, almost black, 
fragrant and fine. 
Belle Normande.—Clear rose, shaded and clouded with carmine and lilac. 
Boule de Neige.—A finely formed, pure white Rose. Occasionally shows light flesh 
when first opening. Beautiful shell-shaped petals evenly arranged, flowers of 
good size, perfect, and of fine form and finish. We think highly -if this beauti¬ 
ful white Rose, blooming as it does throughout the entire Summer. It is sure to 
please. One of the finest, freest, and most beautiful of the white Hybrids. 
Very suitable for cemetery planting. 
Coquette des Alpes.—Shell-tinted white, of delicate appearance and beautiful 
color. 
Coquette des Blanches.—A lovely pure white Rose, very lull and double, perfect 
form, profuse bloomer, one of the best new white Rosea. Blooms in beautiful 
clusters. Exceedingly fragrant. 
Doctor Hogg.—Deep violet, evenly shaded with purple. A fine variety. 
Fanny Pltsold.—Bright, clear pink, shaded and edged with violet purple, large, 
very lull and fragrant. 
Francois Levet.—Soft pink, delicately shaded carmine and blush. Delightfully 
fragrant. 
General Jacqueminot.—Rich, velvety crimson, changing to scarlet crimson. A 
magnificent Rose, equally beautiful in the bud state or open. This is the best 
known of all Hybrid Perpetuals, and is without a rival in fragrance and rich¬ 
ness of color. It is, moreover, as easy of cultivation as many of the more com¬ 
mon varieties, and perfectly hardy. 
