Imported Japanese Pern Balls. 
T HE great popularity that these most decorative subjects attained the 
past season is not surprising, as they are the most striking introduc¬ 
tion of recent years. The Ferns ere gathered in a dormant condition 
by the Japanese and the roots and fronds expertly interwoven into compact 
balls Their culture is most simple, all that is required is a soaking in a 
tub of water and hang to drip in a moderately warm and somewhat shaded 
place. This to be repeated daily until growth starts, then see tha.t they are 
kept moist by sprinkling. To w'atch their development is most interesting, 
the grovth is very rapid, new and strange kinds appearing daily and beauty 
increasing with age. For arbor or piazza in summer, and for window and 
church in winter, this is one of the prettiest decorations imaginable. 
The dry balls are received in the winter and sent postpaid for 75 cts. 
each; 3 for #2.00. 
JAPANESE FERN BALL—IN LEAF. 
Flowers for Spring 1900. 
g HY NOT B UY your FLOWERS OF A WOMAN? 
My Prices are by Mail—Postage Paid. You can send Postage Stamps 
or Money in Registered Letter. Address all orders and communications to 
PHEBE J. MARSHALL, Hibernia, Dutchess Co., N.Y. 
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