Seeds of Perennials 
Trollius (Double Buttercup) 
From a cluster of divided leaves, which appear similar to Delphinium, rise in 
May stout flower-stems to a height of a foot, of which each one is crowned with a 
perfect ball-shaped, double flower. While they appear in profusion during May, 
they are really never totally out of bloom, as we often find them blooming in October. 
9273. — Europeus. Bright yellow.Pkt., $ .25 
§9274. — Ledobouri (Globe Flower). A very tall-growing variety, attaining a 
height of 2 feet. The flowers are of a brilliant orange color and are en¬ 
hanced by the protruding honey petals. Its further advantage is that it 
doeB not flower until the end of Juno.Pkt., $ .50 
Thcrmopsis 
Nat. Ord. Leguminosae 
Its name is derived from “Thermos,” a Lupine, and “Opsis,” resemblance. 
The entire plant resembles a light yellow Lupin with more robust foliage. It grows 
fully 3 feet high and flowers in June. 
9276. — Caroliniana. Plant and spikes resemble Lupins, but flowers are of a clear 
yellow color; June and July. Height, 2 Vfc feet .Pkt., $ .15 
Tradscantla (Job's Tears) 
From the center of plant, which in appearance resembles the “Hemerocallis/’ 
appoar in July stout flower-stems 18 inches high, with clusters of bright blue cup- 
shaped flowers, showing upward, while the remaining buds hang like tears dropping 
downward, hence its popular name. 
9277. — Virginica. Blue .Pkt., $ .10 
Valerian (Garden Heliotrope) 
Nat. Ord. Valerianae 
The flowers, which resemble Heliotrope, in form and fragrance, are borne on 
tall spikes during June and July. 
9280. — Rubra. Showy flowers of a reddish hue.Pkt., $ .10 
§9286. — Alba. Pure white flowers .Pkt., .10 
Veronica (Speedwell) 
Nat. Ord. Scrophulanacea 
A splendid class of plants, which gives us some of our most useful material 
for the hardy border, and, as it is rich in shades of blue, it supplies us with a rare 
color. All Vernonicas succeed in every possible location, are perfectly hardy and 
readily increase. Space, 1 foot. 
9290. — Amethystina. Composed of beautiful, small, light green foliage, the plant 
forms a perfect globe, which about the end of May, is covered with small 
rispu of sky-blue flowers. The whole plant is hidden by the mass of blooms 
and produces an effect which we cannot edmpare with any other flower. We 
strongly recommend this as one of the choicest perennials. Height, 15 inches. 
Pkt., $ .25 
9296. — Longifolia. Long spikes of deep blue from July till frost. Height, 2 feet 
Pkt., $ .10 
9300. — Incana. Silvery foliage with light blue flowers; 1 foot; July and August. 
Pkt., $ .15 
9305. — Spicata. Long spikes of bright blue flowers, during June and July. 
Height, 1 Vs feet...Pkt., $ .15 
Please Order by Numbers only. 
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