Beebalm (MONARDA) 
MERTENSIA — BLUEBELLS 
A native spring flowering plant that is especially 
adapted to naturalizing. Very effective when planted 
in masses and interplanted with early narcissus. 
The leaves die down after flowering, leaving a va¬ 
cant area unless interplanted with later flowering 
plants. 
MYOSOTIS — FORGET-ME-NOT 
Nearly every one is familiar with this plant that 
makes such beautiful pictures in the garden in early 
spring. They are charming when used as borders to 
walks; in the rockery; in the foreground of the hardy 
border; as a ground cover for tulip (and other Spring 
bulb) beds and they are especially at home when 
planted near a stream or pond. 
CULTURE. Forget-me-nots prefer a moist, rich soil and thrive 
in partial shade or full sun. The soil should not be too heavy and 
the addition of plenty of well-rotted manure will insure best 
results. Plant in the spring or fail. When used as a ground cover 
for tulip beds, they should be planted about ten inches apart, 
after the bulbs have been planted. 
*Myosotis scorpioides (palustris) semperflorens 
DWARF PERPETUAL FORGET-ME-NOT 
A dwarf variety attaining a height of about 8 inches. The 
single flowers are bright blue with a yellow eye. A very profuse 
bloomer. 
OENOTHERA — EVENING-PRIMROSE, 
SUNDROPS 
The following species are excellent subjects for 
the hardy flower border or rockery and their bright 
yellow blossoms enliven any picture of which they 
are a part. The Sundrops listed below remain open 
during the sunlight hours and form attractive clumps. 
CULTURE. The culture of Oenothera is very simple, provided 
they are given dry soil and a sunny position. They will flower 
freely in such a position and will appreciate the addition of well 
decayed manure in the soil. Drainage is very important, as they 
are apt to winter kill in heavy, damp soils. Youngi should be 
divided every 3 years. 
Oenothera fruticosa youngi 
YOUNGS SUNDROPS 
A strong, stocky plant and prolific bloomer, with firm, shiny 
foliage and lemon-yellow flowers from June to August. Height 
24 to 30 inches. 
* Oenothera missouriensis 
OZARK SUNDROPS 
A trailing perennial to 1 ft. in height. Profuse bloomer pro¬ 
ducing solitary flowers often measuring 4 inches across. A fine 
rock garden subject also used in the front of perennial borders. 
Flowers from June until August. 
CULTURE. They enjoy a sheltered, shady or half shady 
location with deep, moist, loamy soil and should not be disturbed 
when once established. Plant in autumn or very early in the 
spring. 
Mertensia virginica 
VIRGINIA BLUEBELL 
A gem for early spring display; large, coarse, bright green 
leaves, followed by drooping clusters of flowers that have a 
purple tube and a blue bell that fades to a delicate pink. Height 
18 to 24 inches. 
MONARDA — BEEBALM 
A native member of the mint family that has long 
been popular for the hardy flower border or for 
naturalizing along watercourses. Unsurpassed in 
richness of color and it has a form and grace of 
flower head that is most artistic and distinctive. 
CULTURE. Grows in any garden soil, but prefers soil that 
is rich and moist. Succeeds in full sun or partial shade. During 
the flowering season it requires an abundance of moisture to 
maintain its dense foliage and heavy flower production. Fine for 
cutting. Divide every third year. 
Monarda didyma—Cambridge Scarlet 
OSWEGO BEEBALM 
Brilliant crimson-scarlet flowers produced freely on square 
stems from June until August. Foliage has a typical mint aroma, 
especially when crushed. Height 2Vi ft. 
Youngs Sundrops (OENOTHERA) 
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