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Cosmos 
COSMOS 
For cutting purposes the Cosmos is one of the 
finest flowers grown. It is a favorite Autumn¬ 
blooming plant and a prolific bearer of exquisite 
blossoms in white, crimson and pink, which with the 
feathery foliage are splendidly adapted for house 
decoration when other flowers are not plentiful. Sow 
the seed in early Spring in open ground, or under glass 
and afterward transplant.. Pinching the plant tops 
when about 18 inches high induces a bushy growth. 
Choice Mixed Varieties. Pkt. 5c., 5 pkts. 20c. 
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Godetia —See -page 48 
DIANTHUS. Pinks 
The Bianthus, or Pink, is a hardy annual too well 
known to need much description or commendation. 
It is one of the oldest of garden favorites and pro¬ 
duces flowers which for brilliancy and diversity of 
coloring are unrivaled. It thrives best in a sunny 
location. 
Splendid Mixed Varieties. Pkt. 5c., 5 pkts. 20c. 
BIANTHUS BARBATUS 
(See Sweet William) 
DIGITALIS. Foxglove 
Foxgloves succeed in any moderately rich soil, 
and with their long, stately spikes of bell-shaped 
flowers of various hues produce a striking effect 
Dianthus 
wherever planted. They revel in either sunny or 
partially shaded positions and are at their best 
during June and July. 
Choice Mixed Varieties. Pkt. 5c., 5 pkts. 20c. 
FLOSS FLOWER (See Agar alum) 
FORGET-ME-NOT. Myosotis 
This . lovely little favorite will flourish in almost 
any soil, but prefers a moist, shady location. A 
free-blooming, hardy perennial which makes an 
effective flower-bed border. 
Finest Mixed. Pkt. 5c., 5 pkts. 20c. 
FOXGLOVE (See Digitalis) 
FOUR O’CLOCKS (See Marvel of Peru) 
