CARACTACUS. A compact hybrid, probably of 
R. Smirnowi and R. arboreum, reaching moderate 
size and bearing good red flowers. Of all hardy 
reds, Caractacus has the most shapely habit, with 
ample foliage that seldom suffers from the sun. One 
of the hardiest. 
12 to 15 inches high, with ball $ 2.00 each 
15 to 18 inches high, with ball $2.50 each 
CATAWBIENSE ALBUM Not a true var- 
iety of R. catawbiense, but a mixed hybrid, medi- 
um height, with good clean foliage, flowers brilliant 
white with yellowish or greenish center. The most 
satisfactory pure white for general use, and one of 
the hardiest. 
12 to 15 inches high, with ball $1.50 each 
15 to 18 inches high, with ball $2.00 each 
CATAWBIENSE GRANDIFLORUM. A hybrid, 
not a botanical variety. Flowers orchid purple, on 
a well formed bush. While it survives the winter 
here, this must be considered its northern limit. 
Not recommended for cold places. 
12 to 15 inches high, with ball 
15 to 18 inches high, with ball 
$1.25 each 
$1.50 each 
MINNIE. Rather tall, with narrow leaves. Flow¬ 
ers white, conspicuous brown central blotch. This 
rather striking variety, though not one of the hard- 
