HOUSE AND GARDEN 
April, 1915 
We desire to call attention to 
A FEW SPECIALTIES 
which we believe we have in larger 
supply and of better quality than 
can generally be obtained. Our 
stock of large specimen 
RHODODENDRONS 
is unequaled. We grow only the very 
hardiest varieties — those that have been 
tested and that are thoroughly depend¬ 
able. We believe we have the largest 
stock of large specimen rhododendrons 
in the United States. Our plants have 
been grown on our own place for a dozen 
years or more, so that they are thor¬ 
oughly acclimatized, for which reason 
they are preferable to newly-imported 
plants. 
We call particular attention, also, 
to our 
EVERGREENS 
of which we have a fine stock of plants 
which have been frequently trimmed, 
transplanted, and root pruned—large 
specimen Hemlocks, 6 to 12 ft. in 
height; Colorado Blue Spruce, of 
which we believe we have the largest 
;tock in the United States; Juniper us 
Virginiana glauca, fine pyramidal 
specimens, 4 to 8 ft. high; Juniperus 
Pfitzeriana, 2 to 6 ft. high; Thuya 
Standishi, or Sitka Arbor Vitae, fine 
specimens 5 to 9 ft. high; Taxus cus- 
pidata, broad, fine perfect specimens 3 
to 4 ft. high., etc., etc. 
Also elegant plants of the following: 
DOGWOODS 
White-flowered —one of the most 
beautiful of our American trees—6 to 12 
ft. high; Red-flowered, 5 to 6 ft. high. 
JAPANESE MAPLES 
especially atropurpureum sangui- 
neum, dissectum —well-grown speci¬ 
mens 4 to 6 ft. high. 
HYDRANGEAS 
Otaksa and new French varieties, 
grown in tubs and half-barrels for sum¬ 
mer-flowering. 
ROSES 
We make a specialty of winter-flower¬ 
ing roses, particularly the new sorts that 
we are offering this season, Ophelia and 
Francis Scott Key, also other new and 
standard varieties. 
Catalogue of “Choice Ornamental 
Trees and Shrubs” mailed free on appli¬ 
cation ; also Spring Seed and Plant Lists. 
F. R. PIERSON CO. 
Tarrytown-on-Hudson, New York 
Telephone: Tarrytown 48 
Seven Hardy Glorious Lilies tor $122 
Each 
L. AURATUM (Golden Queen), Im¬ 
mense flower, white with gold band 25c 
L. Tenuifolium, masses of coralred 
bell-like flowers. Exquisite. 15c 
L. UMBELLATUM, striking buff 
to rich apricot. 15c 
L. ALBUM, like driven snow glisten the 
recurved petals. FRAGRANT. 30c 
L. SUPERBUM, magnificent tall, stem, 
masses orange, dark-spotted bloom. . . . 15c 
rjllP L. ROSEUM, white, spotted and clouded 
J|rt|j||| rosyred. Fragrant. 20c 
Amaryllis Hallii, umbels of charming 
tender rose. Trumpet flowers. 30c 
TBujf Price includes delivery, FULL directions, how 
to grow LILIES sent with every order. 
SEND for our 1915 SPRING GARDENBOOK. Full of 
GARDENLORE. 
H. H. BERGER & CO., 70 Warren St., New York. 
The Dahlia — A Flower That 
Came Back 
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which case no growth will start. All the 
single dahlias, too, are easily raised from 
seed sown in the hotbeds about March 1st, 
and when so started the period of bloom 
is greatly increased. By the early start 
thus obtained the dahlias raised from seed 
are particularly fine in form and color. 
Dormant tubers of double dahlias can be 
started about April 1st in a cold frame. 
When the plant is dead, remove the root; and after 
drying it store in some cool place until time for 
the next planting 
The chief use of seeds is the production 
of new varieties. Seeds are also used by 
those who chiefly desire a mass of color 
and are not particularly desirous of finely 
formed blooms. If planted early enough 
indoors and transplanted to the open as 
soon as safe, fine masses of color can be 
secured before frost, and the roots of the 
more desirable kinds can be saved, and 
will give even better results the next sea¬ 
son. 
The dahlia flourishes best in deep, rich, 
moist soil, although very good results can 
be had on sandy soil, provided plant food 
and moisture are furnished. Clay should 
be avoided. The soil is not so important 
except in its ability to hold moisture 
during severe draughts. 
Dahlias are easily destroyed by high 
winds unless they are given a protected 
position. They need plenty of air and 
sunlight for best results. In shaded, close, 
airless quarters the growth is sappy and 
the flowers are poorly colored. More¬ 
over, if the best effects are to be had, they 
should not be planted in clumps, as their 
brilliance of coloring can often prove a 
jarring note in the garden scheme. 
It is always best to broadcast the ma¬ 
nure and plow or spade it into the soil; if 
the manure is not well decomposed, 
thorough spading is necessary. On heavy 
clay or gravelly soils, loose, coarse ma¬ 
nure may be used, but on light or sandy 
soils, manure should always be fine and 
well rotted. Commercial fertilizers are 
also largely used, and are valuable when 
used in connection with manure. 
Although there is a diversity of opinion 
as to the proper time to plant dahlias, it 
is always best to plant early — about two 
weeks before danger of frost is over. If 
small roots or green plants are used, do 
Every Country 
Home Needs a 
“WALROND” 
Boot Wiper 
Black Iron, Large, $ 8.00 
' I 'HERE is nothing more 
disagreeable on the rainy 
days so common in the Spring 
than to have mud and dirt 
tracked into the house and 
over the floors and rugs. 
An efficient boot wiper is the only 
means of preventing this discom¬ 
fort — and the most efficient boot 
wiper is the “Walrond.” 
This device combines metal 
scrapers with a pair of strongly 
bristled brushes set at the correct 
angle to thoroughly clean soles, 
sides and tops of shoes. No particle 
of mud or dirt can remain after a 
few seconds’ use of the “Walrond.” 
It is heavily constructed and will 
last indefinitely. If necessary, 
the brushes may be renewed. 
Prices of the “Walrond 
BLACK IRON, small. $6.00 
BLACK IRON, large. 8.00 
GALVANIZED IRON, small. 7.00 
GALVANIZED IRON, large. 9.50 
GUNMETAL BRONZE, small. 26.00 
GUNMETAL BRONZE, large. 36.00 
Large sizes have additional Toe Brushes. 
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45th Street and Sixth Avenue, New York 
RIPE 
TOMATOES 
Earlier than you 
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No danger from frost, cold 
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W5eed& Plan t forcer 
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garden just the same as if under hotbed sash. Cheap 
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The Ball Manufacturing Co. 
Dept. V. Glenside, Pa. 
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