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the j. chas. McCullough seed co. 
Flower Seeds for Greenhouse Culture 
Calceolaria Primula Obconica 
1090 -ALBERT KENT” HYBRIDS. The warm welcome which 
was accorded to the Calceolaria, Albert Kent, on its introduc¬ 
tion a few years ago has been extended to these beautiful 
hybrids. We offer them in a mixture which will produce ten 
to twelve varied colorings, possessing all the valuable char¬ 
acteristics of the parent variety. The plants bear immense 
trusses of bloom throughout the summer. Fkt., 50c. 
Cineraria 
1091 GRANDIFLORA JAMES’ STRAIN. A fine exhibition strain 
with immense flower and vivid colorings. Fkt.. 95c. 
1092 STELLATA PELTHAM BEAUTY. A beautiful mixture 
of many colors. Fkt., 3oc. 
Cyclamen 
1093 PERSICUM GIGANTEUM MIXED. One of the finest 
strains of large flowered English Cyclamen which comprises 
the best shades and colors, varying through the various 
shades of white, pink, crimson and dark red. Greenhouse 
perennial. Fkt., 35c. 
Smilax 
1096 In many respects Smilax is the most useful, and it is cer¬ 
tainly one of the most graceful climbers which adorns the 
greenhouse or conservatory; for bouquets and floral decora¬ 
tions it is indispensable. l /i oz., 25c; oz., 75c; pkt., 10c. 
1094 GIG ANTE A MIXED. Splendid range of colors; flowers 
very large, growin vigorous, irkv., 35c. 
Primula Malacoides - Giant* Baby Primrose 
Primula Malacoides should not be sown as early as Primula 
Sinensis or Primula Obconica, but should be started about June 
for blooming in early winter 
1095 MALACOIDES PIMBRIATA. Lovely pink flowers, deli¬ 
cately fringed. Fkt., 35c. 
The following varieties which are fully described throughout 
the Annual and Perennial flower seed pages, can also be grown 
in the greenhouse. These will furnish you with beautiful cut 
flowers, as well as pot plants. 
ANEMONES, see page 44. GERBERAS, see page 47. 
BEGONIAS, see page 29. GYPSOPHILAS, see page 32. 
CALENDULAS, see page 29. LARKSPUR, see page 33. 
CANDYTUFT, see page 30. NEMESIA, see page 35. 
CARNATIONS, see page 30. PANSIES, see page 35. 
CORNFLOWER, see page 30. SNAPDRAGONS, see page 27. 
DIDISCUS, see page 31. SALFIGLOSSIS, see page 38. 
GERANIUMS, see page 32. SCHIZANTHUS, see page 39. 
SWEET PEAS, see page 39. 
VINES — Climbers and Trailers 
Ampelopsis - Boston Ivy 
1097 VEITCHI. The leaves are olive-green turning to scarlet 
in autumn. Perfectly hardy; grows 30 to GO feet. It clings 
firmly and permanently to walls, trees, etc. Very desirable. 
Fkt., 10c. 
Balloon Vine - Love-in-a-Puff 
1098 A rapid-growing annual climber succeeding best in light 
soil and in a warm situation. Has white flowers and bright 
green seed vessels which look like miniature balloons and 
therefore always arouse great interest. Fkt., 10c; oz., 25c. 
Balsam Pear and Apple - Momordica 
Tender annual climbers bearing ornamental fruits of various 
colors. They grow 10 to 12 feet high. Have light green foliage, 
rather large leaves and are very graceful. 
1099 BALSAM APPLE. Like Balsam Pear with foliage smaller 
and smaller fruits, very nearly round. Green striped when 
young, afterwards becoming scarlet. V* oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
1100 BALSAM FEAR. Fruits oblong, pointed and warted, first 
green, afterwards changing to bright red. When fully ripe, 
burst open exposing the seed. Largely used for putting in 
alcohol or whiskey and used as a poultice or for cuts, bruises 
and wounds. *4 oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
Canary Bird Flower 
1101 CANARY BIRD FLOWER. A beautiful climber with small 
beautiful, rich yellow flowers and dark foliage, the leaves 
resembling palm leaves. It is a quick grower attaining a 
height of 12 feet. Blooms profusely from July until frost. 
Fkt., 10c. 
Cardinal Climber 
1102 The most brilliant, beautiful and distinct annual climber 
introduced for many years. Kapid grower with branching 
habit; flowers all summer; cardinal-red clusters, 15 to 2f 
feet. Ya oz., 35c; pkt., 10c. 
Cobaea Scandens 
An attractive, rapid growing climber with large bell-shaped 
flowers which at first are green but gradually change to a deep 
violet-blue. The foliage is handsome, dark green; a great pro¬ 
fusion of tendrils is produced and it is valuable for arches, 
trellises, arbors, and attains a height of 30 feet in a season. 
1103 Blue. Yi oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
Cypress Vine 
A beautiful rapid growing c limber with delicately cut vivid 
green foliage and star like flowers which make a most effective 
contrast with the leaves. Annual. 
Seed is usually sown outdoors where the plants are to re¬ 
main, covering 1 y 2 inches deep. About 15 feet high. 
1104 MIXED. Scarlet and white. Ya oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
Gourds 
1105 DIFFER. Fruit makes an excellent dipper and may be 
u=;ed for wren’s nest. Oz., 25c; pkt., 10c 
1106 MIXED. Mixture of small sorts including many curious¬ 
ly shaped and ornamental sorts. Oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
Hyacinth Bean - Dolichos Lablab 
A beautiful tender annual bearing large clusters of purple 
and white flowers which are afterwards followed by orna¬ 
mental purple seed pods. Height. 15 to 20 feet. 
1107 MIXED COLORS. Oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
Ice Plant - Mesembryanthemum 
@1108 Valuable for hanging baskets, rockwork, vases and win¬ 
dow boxes. It is curious growing, the leaves and stems ap¬ 
pearing as though covered with ice crystals. A tender trail¬ 
ing annual growing about 6 inches high and the vines will 
extend 2 feet long. Y\ oz., 25c; pkt., 10c. 
Moonflowers 
These beautiful climbers grow rapidly and will reach a 
height of 20 to 30 feet. For best results, start seeds indoors 
and set plants out when weather has become warm. Soaking 
the seed in warm water for 24 hours is beneficial. 
1109 GIANT PINK HYBRID. A beautiful lavender-pink. Large 
flowers, large sub-tropical foliage. Ya oz., 35c; oz., 60c; pkt., 
10 c. 
1110 SKY BLUE. Large sky blue flowers. Blooms profusely. 
A strong growing vine, excellent for porches, garden houses, 
etc. Blooms late September and October. Ya oz , 50c; pkt., 10c. 
1111 GIANT WHITE. The vines are just covered with im¬ 
mense white flowers, opening in the evening and remaining 
open during cloudy days. Ya oz., 30c; oz., 50c; pkt., 10c. 
Morning Glories 
The well-known and popular hardy annual climbers which 
produce large trumpet-like flowers of many brilliant colors. 
Seed is sown where they are to bloom, thinning as may be 
desired. Height, 10 to 15 feet. 
1112 ROSE MARIE. We have the pleasure in offering an early, 
free-flowering double form of Ipomoea. Flowers are a beau¬ 
tiful^ shade of deep rose of double and semi-double form. We 
predict Rose Marie will become as popular as Ipomoea 
Heavenly Blue Morning Glory is today. Y 4 oz , 25c; pkt., 10c. 
1113 HEAVENLY BLUE. Immense flowers of bright sky blue, 
very beautiful. Ya oz., 50c; pkt., 10c. 
1114 JAPANESE. Flowers of largest size, often 3 inch across, 
in magnificent colors and brilliantly marked. Oz., 25c; 
pkt., 10c. 
NASTURTIUM. (Tall). See page 35. 
Scarlet Runner Beans 
1115 A splendid ornamental climbing bean bearing handsome 
large sprays of bright scarlet, pea-shaped blossoms. Large, 
showy, rich green foliage that gives ample shade. Fkt., 10c; 
Ya lb.» 15c; Ya lb., 25c; lb., 45c. 
Thunbergia - Black-Eyed Susan 
An attractive climber growing 4 to 6 feet long which is 
largely used for garden vases, window-boxes, hanging baskets, 
etc. Flowers are about 1 inch across, being of creamy white, 
buff and orange colors with very dark brown throats; very 
free-blooming. A very attractive plant both in foliage and in 
abundance of flowers. 
1116 MIXED. Yi oz., 30c; pkt., 10c. 
Morning Glories, Heovenly Blue 
