CARACTACUS. A compact hybrid of mixed par¬ 
entage, reaching moderate size and bearing smoky 
red flowers. Of all the hardy reds, Caractacus has 
the most shapely habit, responding well to a fairly 
open situation. One of the 16 hardiest. 
8 to 10 inches high, with ball $1.00 each 
CATAWBIENSE ALBUM. Not a true variety of 
R. catawbiense, but a mixed hybrid with spreading 
branches, good, clean foliage, and flowers brill:’* nt 
white with a yellowish or greenish center. Perhaps 
the most satisfactory pure white hybrid for £ereial 
use, and one of the 16 hardiest. 
8 to 10 inches high, with ball $1.00 each 
LEE’S DARK PURPLE. A hybrid of moderate 
size, rather compact, with deep green foliage, and 
the flower color a royal purple. Net quite so hardy 
as the preceding varieties, and requiring shade and 
shelter from the wind. 
8 to 10 inches high, with ball $1.00 each 
The most satisfactory soil for Rhododendrons, as indicated by 
personal experience, can be made by mixing in a large proportion 
of highly acid sedge peat. Prices on request. 
