Maltese Cross (LYCHNIS) 
LIATRIS — GAYFEATHER 
A genus of showy N. American plants, having 
grass-like leaves growing in a tufted mass out of 
which the tall spikes of purple flowers arise. These 
plants always attract attention because of their un¬ 
usual appearance, which is both beautiful and odd. 
A distinct addition to the flower border or wild 
garden. They are especially effective when planted 
by the waterside. 
CULTURE. Plant in any good garden soil, in sun or shade. 
They are easily transplanted and may be moved in either the 
spring or fall. 
Liatris pycnostachya 
CATTAIL GAYFEATHER 
Narrow spikes of gay purple flowers that bloom over a long 
period. Unlike many tall plants, of this type, they open their 
flowers from the top downward. Excellent when planted in masses. 
Flowers during midsummer. Height 4 to 5 ft. 
Liatris spicata 
SPIKE GAYFEATHER 
Similar to the preceding, somewhat earlier in blooming and 
not quite so tall. 
Cattail Gayfeather (LIATRIS) 
IRIS SIBERICA — SIBERIAN IRIS 
This is the best known and most useful garden 
material in the beardless group of Irises. They have 
narrow grass-like foliage, tall slender stems and 
graceful blooms of medium size produced in great 
profusion. They are among the finest Irises for cut¬ 
ting, being far superior to the tall bearded type for 
this purpose. 
CULTURE. They like a rich, heavy soil with good moisture- 
retaining qualities and enjoy heavy feedings of fertilizer. Ideal for 
planting beside pools in full sun, where conditions suit them per¬ 
fectly, although they also do well when planted in the flower 
border. Plant in the early spring or early fall in masses or as 
single specimens. They gradually form thick clumps, but should 
be left undisturbed, as they do not require frequent division. 
CAESARS BROTHER (Morgan, 1932) 48 inches. L. 
Rich dark violet, almost black. 
EMPEROR (Barr) 45 inches. M. 
Deep violet, with wide falls. 
KINGFISHER BLUE (Wallace, 1924) 36 inches. M. 
Sky-blue. A generous bloomer. 
LLEWELLYN (Cleveland, 1929) 40 inches. M. 
Flat blooms of electric blue. 
PERRY'S BLUE (Perry) 36 inches. M. 
The favorite of the light blues. 
WHITE DOVE (Cleveland, 1927) 48 inches. M. 
Pure white, with golden beard. 
IRIS PUMILA —DWARF IRIS 
These beautiful little Irises rarely grow over six 
inches in height and bloom during April and May. 
They furnish material for beautiful garden combi¬ 
nations with Daffodils and other spring bulbs. Also 
used for bordering flower beds and indispensable 
for the rockery. 
CULTURE. The same as for German Irises. 
* ATROVIOL ACEA 
Very early, ruby-purple. Height 2 inches. 
•COERULEA 
Beautiful pale-blue. Height 5 inches. 
'DITTONS PURPLE 
A late deep violet variety. Height 6 inches. 
•FLORIDA 
Color Primrose yellow, a charming Iris. Height 5 inches. 
•MAROCAIN 
Very dark violet. Height 6 inches. 
'THE BRIDE 
Purest white. Height 4 inches. 
LATHYRUS — PERENNIAL PEA 
Sometimes referred to as the Hardy Sweet Pea. 
Trailing or climbing plants suitable for growing on 
arches, pergolas, trellises or even for trailing over 
rough banks. 
CULTURE. Plant in any good garden soil. There are no 
special requirements and they will even endure partial shade. 
Lathyrus latifolius 
PINK BEAUTY 
Deep rose flowers in large racemes. 
Lathyrus latifolius 
RED BIRD 
A pleasing red counterpart of the above. 
Lathyrus latifolius 
WHITE PEARL 
An improved white variety, producing flowers on long stems. 
LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY — CONVALLARIA 
This is the familiar, sweet scented perennial of 
song and story that has graced the gardens of civil¬ 
ized man for ages. It has underground root stocks 
and fleshy crowns (known as ''pips'' in the trade) 
from which arise twin leaves, followed in May and 
June by graceful spikes of fragrant, small white, bell 
shaped blossoms. As cut flowers they are excellent 
for small vase arrangements and they are often 
used for corsages and brides' bouquets. It is a 
favorite with all lovers of hardy plants and few, in¬ 
deed, are the gardens where it is not successfully 
grown. 
CULTURE. For best results, select a cool rather densely 
shaded spot, such as in the shade of trees. Although it is true 
that they are perfectly hardy and will grow in any soil—they 
will repay, in additional luxuriance, special attention to soil 
requirements. Deep preparation of the soil, to which has been 
added a liberal quantity of decayed manure, will be appreciated 
Fall planting is preferred; however, if spring planting is neces¬ 
sary, have it done early. Plant about six inches apart, for as soon 
as they are established, they will increase over a larger area 
each year. 
*Convallaria majalis 
LILY-OF-THE-VALLEY 
This is the familiar, hardy, sweet scented variety that is 
ideal for massing in shaded places, where few other plants will 
succeed. 
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