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FI.OWERINfi BEGONIAS—Continued. 
FAIRY — This fine variety belongs to the Vernon type of 
Begonias, has beautiful white flowers. 
FOLIOS A— A beautiful fine foliage variety; pink flowers. 
FUC1ISOIDES COCCINEA — This beautiful plant makes 
handsome specimens, with its graceful branches and 
pendulous flowers of bright scarlet. Very florlferous. 
GRACILIS LUMINOSA— A magnificent new specimen of 
the Semperflorens type, exceptionally sturdy and vigor¬ 
ous, and unquestionably one of the choicest bedding 
sorts in existence. Flowers large, perfect and plentiful; 
never out of bloom. Color brightest scarlet. 
GLOIRE I>E CHATTELAINE (New Everblooming Flower¬ 
ing Begonia) — This new Begonia is undoubtedly the 
freest blooming variety known. It is of easy culture, 
low, bushy habit and literally covered the entire year 
with a wealth of bright pink flowers with yellow sta¬ 
mens. It well merits the name of Ever-Blooming Be- ! 
gonia. This variety is especially suited for florists, be¬ 
ing of the Chattelaine type of Begonia and one that can 
be handled by everyone. $1.00 per dozen; $8.00 per 
hundred. 
HYBRID A MULTIFLORA — A most beautiful small foli- 
aged pink or rose flowering Begonia; very suitable for 
vase and box work. 
MRS. TOWNSEND— Here we have a grand new Begonia 
with broad, metallic leaves; under side bronze-red. 
Flowers In large panicles of a beautiful pink color. A 
grand Begonia. Price, 60 cents per dozen; $4.00 per 
hundred. 
MARGUERITE—Leaves a bronzy-green, somewhat re¬ 
sembling Metallica, but growing in more bushy form, 
and easier to handle when grown in pots^ Large truss¬ 
es of light rose-colored flowers freely produced. 
MARJORIE DAW, New Trailing Begonia — This Begonia 
is distinct from all other Begonias, for instead of 
growing upright it droops. It bears great clusters of 
large, shining pink flowers that droop from long stems, 
making a beautiful sight. For single specimen pot 
plants or for baskets and vases “Marjorie Daw" is prov¬ 
ing one of the best plant Introductions in years. Price, 
75 cents per dozen; $5.00 per hundred. 
PICTA ROSEA—A wonderfully free-growing Begonia of 
sterling worth and great beauty. The plant is very 
compact in growth, forming a dense, well-proportioned 
bush with rich green foliage, spotted with silver. The 
flower is a rosy-flesh color, shaded with a silvery pink 
and enlivened with dense clusters of yellow anthers. 
One of the most wonderful flowering Begonias within 
our knowledge. It blooms continually. 
RUBRA—One of the finest Begonias in cultivation. Its 
•lark, glossy green leaves, combined with its free-flower¬ 
ing habit, make it one of the very best plants for house 
or conservatory decoration. The flowers are scarlet-rose 
color. Price, 75 cents per dozen; $6.00 per hundred. 
SANDERSONII CORAL BEGONIA—Bushy-growing vari¬ 
ety; glossy deep green leaves; flowers in clusters of 
drooping, scarlet, heart-shaped buds. 
Buxus Sempervirens 
(Boxwood.) 
The well known Boxwood, now so popular for planting 
as an edging for walks or flower beds. 2 V4 inch pots. 
50 cents per dozen; $3.00 per hundred; $27.50 per thousand. 
Brugmansia, or Angel’s Trumpet 
Here is a plant for the masses. It grows easily, blooms 
freely, and the flower is something to be proud of. The 
Brugmansia blooms indoors in winter and in the garden 
in summer. The plant has large, tropical leaves, with 
blooms eight inches long by six inches wide at the mouth, 
resembling a trumpet, hence the name, “Angel’s Trumpet.” 
Pure white in color and as fragrant as a Jasmine. 2'i 
inch pots. 75 cents per dozen; $5.00 per hundred. 
Bougainvillea Sanderiana 
Chinese Paper Plant. 
Grand for Easter blooming. Its brilliant rosy-lavender 
blossoms are produced from early March throughout the 
Spring. 2 Hi inch pots. 60 cents per dozen; $4.50 per 
hundred; $40.00 per thousand. 
Carnations 
The popularity of the Carnation is on the increase very 
rapidly. Next to Roses the Carnation is most sought after. 
The flower buyers have evidently learned to appreciate 
the many charms which the Carnations possess. We 
offer a choice selection of the very best varieties. 2% 
Inch pots, 50 cents per dozen; $3.00 per hundred. 
Chrysanthemums 
We offer a fine collection of choice varieties. Price, 
2^4 inch pots, our selection of varieties, 50 cents per doz¬ 
en; $3.00 per hundred; $25.00 per thousand. 
Crape Myrtle 
Handsome shrubs when in bloom. The flowers cover the 
entire plant. Hardy in the South. We have three kinds 
in the following colors—white, pink and purple. Price, 
50 cents per dozen; $3.00 per hundred. 
Cuphea Platycentra, or Cigar Plant 
Fine for baskets and vases. Covers itself with bright 
scarlet flowers with a white tip on end of each. Price, 
40 cents per dozen; $2.50 per hundred. 
Coleus 
Our stock of Coleus has never been equal to the de¬ 
mand, but this year we have a larger stock than any 
previous year, and we think we can meet the wants of 
our customers. The varieties range in color from light 
yellow to the darkest crimson, including the following 
standard market sorts: Acme. Admiration, Beckwith 
Gem, Chicago Bedder, Duneria, Firebrand, Glory of Au¬ 
tumn. Hero, Mae Levering, Mrs. Barr, Naomi Snyder, 
Queen Victoria, Red Cloud, Rainbow, Springfield, Spotted 
Gem, Sensation, Verschoffetti, Yellow Bird. Two and 
one-quarter inch pots, dozen, 40 cents; hundred, $2.00; 
thousand, $18.00. 
COLEUS CHRISTMAS GEM 
Has broad leaves that often measure eight inches 
across, beautifully marked with yellow and brightest 
crimson. The prettiest foliage plant we know. The fin¬ 
est Coleus ever introduced. 75 cents per dozen; $6.00 per 
hundred. 
COLEUS TRAILING QUEEN 
This is without question the finest of all plants for 
boxes, baskets or vases; it droops and hangs down two 
feet or more, not one little vine, but a whole clump of 
them. The center of foliage is scarlet, then around that 
a chocolate border, and outer edge of leaf margined 
green. It is the showiest of all Coleus and all vines. 
Try it. 40 cents per dozen; $2.50 per hundred. 
Cyclamen Giganteum 
A fine strain of red, white and pink. 2 "V4 inch pots, 50 
cents per dozen; $3.50 per hundred. 
Cypress Alternifolius 
(Umbrella Plant). This plant is of the easiest culture, 
and a large specimen is as handsome as a palm for deco¬ 
ration. It makes a handsome pot plant, or can be used 
in baskets or vases, making a charming effect. It will 
grow luxuriantly in water, and is, therefore, indispensable 
for acquariums. Price, 50 cents per dozen; $3.00 per 
hundred. 
Dracena Indivisa 
The plant so many use for vase centers. Strong 2-Inch 
pots, 50 cents per dozen; $3.00 per hundred. 
Euphorbia Splendens 
(Or Crown of Thorns). A curious plant with thick, 
fleshy stems which are covered with stout sharp thorns, 
many an inch long. The foliage Is bright green and the 
flowers are a beautiful coral-pink. Very pretty when In 
bloom and a great curiosity at any time. Soon makes 
handsome plants. Legend says this is the plant the 
Savior was crowned with. Price, 60 cents per dozen; 
$4.00 per hundred. 
Fuchsias, or Ladies’ Eardrops 
We are large growers of Fuchsias and we call especial 
attention to our new Dwarf Fuchsias, especially adapted 
for florists use to bloom in pots. They are dwarf branch¬ 
ing and so free in bloom as to almost hide the plant. We 
offer the following varieties of Dwarf Flowering Florists' 
Fuchsias: Price, 60 cents per dozen; $4.00 per hundred. 
ERNEST RENAN—White sepals, reddish-blue corolla. 
LITTLE BEAUTY—Red sepals, sky-blue corolla; very 
free. 
LORD BYRON—Red sepals, corolla of the richest royal 
purple. 
TENOR —Red sepals, double purple corolla. 
WHITE BEAUTY—Red sepals, pure white corolla. 
