New Floral Guide, Autumn, 1910 
27 
The Lovely Christmas Tree Palm 
Norfolk Island Pine 
or 
Araucaria Excelsa 
(See cut 
This is one of the handsomest 
and most beautiful of all the deco¬ 
rative evergreens for house cul¬ 
ture. It has few equals, but is not 
often seen because rare and ex¬ 
pensive, but we are now in position 
to offer it at reasonable prices, 
so that all who wish can have one 
of these beautiful trees in their 
home ; it grows nicely in parlor or 
living room, requires very little 
care, not subject to insects, stands 
hard usage well, is exceedingly 
beautiful, and has a high-bred dis¬ 
tinguished appearance entirely 
different from anything else. 
Price, fine sturdy little trees, 8 to 
10 inches high, two to three tiers 
of branches, from 4-inch pots, 75c. 
each, postpaid. Larger and heav¬ 
ier trees, $1,00 and $1.50 each, by 
express. 
‘ Christmas Tree Palm ’ 
GRAND JAPANESE 
FERN BALLS 
These pretty Japanese Fern 
Balls are made in Japan from a 
special variety of mountain fern 
roots and moss, and are so con¬ 
structed as to send out beautiful 
emerald green fronds from every 
point until covered all over, and 
are beyond question the most 
unique and beautiful of all deco¬ 
rative plants. Require no potting 
or soil; anyone can grow them 
successfully. 
Directions for Starting—Soak the 
ball in tepid water for a half hour, 
then hang up, repeat every other 
day until growth is started, after 
which sprinkle occasionally as re¬ 
quired. It may be allowed to dry 
up at any time when desired, set 
away and started up again by 
watering as before. 
PRICES FOR FERN BALLS 
7 to 9 in. diam. 65c. each, 2 for $1.00 
5 „ “ 40c. “ 2 “ .75 
4 25c. “ 3 “ .60 
Above prices postpaid. 
THE RUBBER TREE 
(Ficus Elastica) 
Well known as one of the finest plants for 
porch and parlor decoration. Its large thick 
olive green leaves and graceful polished stems 
make it one of the very finest ornamental plants 
for the house and conservatory. It stands dust 
and heat with impunity, and always looks band- 
some and attractive. Fine sturdy plants from 
4 inch pots, 65c. each, postpaid, or by express, at 
purchaser’s expense, 50c., 75c., $1.00 each, accord¬ 
ing to size. 
THE SWAN FLOWER 
(Swainsonia) 
Among Winter-blooming plants for house 
or conservatory the Swainsonias are among the 
prettiest and most desirable. They have beauti¬ 
fies Flastica ful fern-like foliage and will bloom every day in 
the year. The blossoms are the shape of sweet 
peas and nearly as large, and borne in beautiful clusters on long slender branches. 
It begins to bloom while quite small, and will continue as long as kept in grow¬ 
ing condition. As easy to grow as a geranium; will thrive and bloom with 
only the^nost ordinary care. When making up your order for house plants 
\icWm i the beautiful Swan Flowers. We offer two splendid varieties as follows: 
swaiinsuinia ALBA-Large snowy white blossoms, in long pendent clusters; very beautiful and fine for cutting, 
loc. each: $1.25 per doz., postpaid. 
ROSEA—Same as Alba except in color, which is bright rich rosy red. Very handsome. 15c. each; 
$1.25 per doz., postpaid. 
Swainsonia Alba 
OFFER No. 27—The two beautiful Swan Flowers, 25c., postpaid. 
Thompson’s Rose Nicotine 
Is chemically pure nicotine and quick death to 
insects on roses, plants, pets, or wherever 
found. No trouble, no odor , no staining , no 
harm; simply apply as directed with spray 
pump or plant sprinkler. Especially effective 
for insects on roses. It is an economical in¬ 
secticide and the best on the market. Price, 
small can, 30c.; larger size, 65c., postpaid. By 
express, 25c. and 50c. 
C. & J. DECORATIVE SET 
ALL LARGE SIZE 
1 Araucaria Christmas Tree Palm, . . . $0.75 
1 Asparagus Sprengerii, p. 24,.25 
1 Palm (our selection).50 
1 Fern, Whitmanii, p. 25.50 
OFFER No. 27a—Above four, by 
express, $1.50, or $1.90 delivered 
U. S. A. 
OFFER No. 27b—Decorative set (4) in 
T pmct so* 
I Thompson's 
lose 
1 NICOTINE 
CONCENTRATED NICO- 
TlNS_TiiE MOST POWER' 
F L'L INSECT AND PA**- 
6‘TE DESTROYER KNOW- 
GUARANTEED TO KILL 
ALL INSECTS ON FLO"’ 
ER S. PLANTS. FRUITS. 
trees, vegetable*. 
"UM.AN BODY DOMESTIC 
a KIMAL$. FOWLS, ETC- 
AN D ALL KINDS Of' 
Rouse bugs. __ 
•Thompson 
CHEMISTS. DETROIT- S9 
C. & J. Rubber Plant 
Sprinkler 
This household plant sprinkler may be used 
for many things, but is especially useful for 
applying insecticides to plants; enables you to 
reach every part thoroughly. Price, 6-oz. size, 
85c. each, postpaid. 
10 
WONDER WINDOW BOX <M Hft 
CHOICE HOUSE PLANTS, 1 •IMJ 
1 Asparagus Plumosa 
1 Flowering Begonia 
1 Parlor Ivy 
1 Cissus Discolor 
1 Geranium 
1 Heliotrope Blue 
1 Chinese Hibiscus 
1 Lantana 
1 Chinese Primrose 
1 Fuchsia 
OFFER No. 27c—Entire ten above 
choice house plants for only 
$1.00, postpaid. 
largest sizes, $3.00 by express, or $3,75 delivered, U.S.A. 
