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CHRYSANTHEMUMS (Continued) 
CARINATUM— 
Burridgeanum. White with scarlet zone. $0.15 
Northern Star. Giant white, yellow zone. 15 
Double Mixed. Coronarium annual. 15 
Golden Crest. Hardy annual, 3 to 4 feet. Golden Crest is as great a 
step forward in Chrysanthemums as was Radio in Calendulas and 
Jubilee Gem in Cornflowers. Golden Crest has the robust constitution 
of the Coronarium varieties, making vigorous and strong, well- 
branched plants 3 to 4 feet in height. The flowers are produced so 
freely that one plant will carry as many as 50 to 60 blooms. The 
foliage is of an attractive silvery green, contrasting admirably with 
the bright butter yellow flowers. The most outstanding feature of this 
novelty is, however, the formation of the flower. The petals are guilled 
and, as will be seen by the illustration on this page, this guilling has 
a beautifying effect, which raises Golden Crest far above the level 
of other Chrysanthemums. In contrast to other Coronarium Chrysan¬ 
themums, this really outstanding novelty produces 100% of double 
flowers. Tr. Pkt.. 50c 
Segetum "Zebra". Annual Chrysanthemums are some of the most 
profitable annuals, being also modest in their requirements and easy 
to grow. They bloom continuously. Chrysanthemum Segetum "Zebra" 
is the first definite two-colored variety in the Chrysanthemum Segetum 
class. The tips of the petals of these medium-sized blooms, 2 inches 
across, are mahogany red, encircling brilliant yellow. A gay combina¬ 
tion of colors, peculiarly attractive. The color contrast is considerably 
increased by means of a dark disc. Chrysanthemum Segetum "Zebra" 
is particularly suitable for borders and edgings on account of its dwarf 
asd spreading growth and it is valuable as a lasting flower for cutting 
purposes. Tr. Pkt.50c 
CINERARIAS 
CINERARIA (Cremer's Prize) 
Produces somewhat smaller blooms than does "Eriksson's" with plants 
of good height and is of such high sale value that growers, in our 
opinion, will not go amiss in planting liberally of both. Has taken 
first prize at the Philadelphia Show for the past three years. The 
originator is constantly improving the strain. 
Tr. Pkt. (1000 seeds). $1.50 
1/32 oz .$4.00 1/16 oz .$7.50 Vs oz .$14.00 
ERIKSSON'S "PRIVATE STOCK" (Mixed) 
("Multiflora Maxima") 
A new A.B.C. Introduction. Medium Sized Flowers—Plants of 
Medium Height. A Great Favorite in the Chicago Market. 
Price: Tr. Pkt. of approximately 500 seeds. $1.50 
NEW CINERARIA ("Siter's Rainbow Strain") 
Although it carries immense flower heads, its compact growth and 
small round leaves require little room. Medium large flowers, ranging 
from the bright-eyed types to the finer pastel shades. Delivery from 
July on. 
Originator's Packets. Each. $2.00 
N. B.—The three above named strains are truly worth-while. 
CINERARIA HYBRIDA GRANDIFLORA 
A. B. C. Prize. The World's Best Strain of the Large Flowering Type. 
Blue Shades, Salmon Shades, Crimson, Prize Mixture. 
Tr. Pkt.... $1.00 1/32 oz.... $3.50 1/16 oz... .$6.00 Ve oz. .. .$11.00 
Berlin Market. Medium large flowered and dwarf growth. 
Dark blue. Tr. Pkt. $1.00 1/64 oz. $1.50 
Dark crimson. Tr. Pkt. $1.00 1/64 oz. $1.50 
Mixture (Weissense). A white eyed strain with good growth and 
flower head. 
Tr. Pkt. $1.00 1/64 oz. $1.60 1/32 oz. $2.75 
Multiflora Nana Mixed. Small flowered. A very dwarf strain of ex¬ 
ceptional merit. Desirable for combining with other plants for filling 
baskets, boxes, etc., for Easter and Mothers' Day sales. 
Tr. Pkt. $1.00 1/32 oz. $2.50 
Stellata Hybrida. Desirable for cutting. Tr. Pkt. 50c 
Maritima Candissima (Dusty Miller). For bedding, vases, baskets, etc. 
Tr. Pkt. 15c Oz. 40c 
Cineraria, Diamond. Improved form of Dusty Miller. 
Tr. Pkt. 15c Oz. 60c 
CLEMATIS 
'Paniculata. One of the most popular hardy climbers. 
Tr. Pkt. 15c Oz. 50c Vi lb. $1.50 
CLEOME PUNGENS 
Spider Plant. Rose. Tr. Pkt. 15c Oz. 40c 
CLARKIA 
Elegans Double. These desirable flowers are rapidly gaining pop¬ 
ularity as cut flowers. Desirable for either indoor or outdoor culture. 
Salmon Queen. Tr. Pkt.20c Oz .60c 
Queen Mary. Rose-carmine. Tr. Pkt.. . 20c Oz. 60c 
Scarlet Queen. Tr. Pkt. 20c Oz. 60c 
Albatros. White, upright, compact. 
Tr. Pkt. 20c Oz. 60c 
Firebrand. Copper scarlet. Tr. Pkt. 20c Oz. 60c 
Mixed. Tr. Pkt.15c Oz .50c 
COBAEA SCANDENS (Cup and Saucer Vine) 
Plant seeds edgewise to insure good germination. 
Blue. Tr. Pkt. 15c Oz. 50c Vi lb. $1.25 
White. Tr. Pkt .25c Oz.$1.00 
COLEUS 
Giant Exhibition Mixed (Extra). 
Tr. Pkt. $1.00 1/64 oz. $1.50 1/32 oz. $2.50 
Hybridus "Rainbow" Mixture. Giant leaves of superb variation- 
saved from finest collection. Tr. Pkt. 50c 1/16 oz. $1.00 
Laciniated and Fringed Mixed. Tr. Pkt. 50c 
CONVOLVULUS (Morning Glory) 
Extra Large Imperial. These mammoth flowering Imperial Morning 
Glories often measure more than 6 inches across and are entirely 
distinct from the Morning Glory generally known. In fact, they in¬ 
variably create somewhat of a sensation when in bloom. For pot or 
window box culture, if the runners are pinched two or three times 
the plant will form a dwarf and compact shape, bearing innu¬ 
merable gigantic flowers. Florists who cater to the public in the 
way of small plants for home garden show will, we believe, find the 
above profitable to offer from 2Vi" pots. 
Light Chocolate, Blushed White. 
Pink. 
Purple Self. 
Red Self. 
Red, White Margined. 
Red, Flaked White. 
Sky Blue Shades. 
White. 
All Colors Mixed. 
Price—All of the above: 
Tr. Pkt. 20c Oz. 75c 
SPECIAL NOTE! We also highly recommend Ipomoea (Morning Glory) 
"Heavenly Blue," likewise for merchandising in small pots. 
(See page 18 of this book for colored plate.) 
Oz. Lb. 
Major Mixed. Tall. $0.10 $0.85 
Minor Mixed. Dwarf. 10 .85 
COREOPSIS (Perennial Calliopsis) 
* Lanceolate Grandiflora. An extra fine strain of this useful golden 
yellow, hardy perennial. Tr. Pkt. ..15c Oz.. ,30c Vi lb... $1.00 
'Lanceolate Grandiflora Mayfield Giant. The plants are taller and 
more vigorous than the type. The individual flowers are larger and 
stems are longer and stiffer. Tr. Pkt. ..15c 14 oz. ..30c Oz. ..75c 
'Lanceolata Grandiflora Double Yellow. (Double-Flowering Coreopsis). 
This double and semi-double form is just as easy to grow as the 
single, and the extra petalage adds a further charm to the flower. 
Tr. Pkt. 20c Oz. 75c 
COREOPSIS GRANDIFLORA DOUBLE SUNBURST 
(PERENNIAL) 
Much of the beauty of early summer gardens is due to the brilliant 
golden yellow of Coreopsis plantings. There is nothing that can take 
its place at that time of year when yellows are so scarce, and when 
variations in the type are produced, they are welcomed gladly. Sun¬ 
burst is a pleasant change from the well known single form, retaining 
its beauty of color while augmenting its effect of brilliance through 
the doubling of petals. The double flowers are large, 1 V 2 to 2 inches 
across, deep golden yellow, and are excellent for cutting as well as 
for garden decoration. The flowers are fine keepers, and the plants 
are very easy to grow. The strain is remarkably true, coming 80% 
double, as illustrated. Tr. Pkt.20c Vi oz. 35c Oz.$1.00 
COSMOS (See page 59.) 
Sensation (Novelty). A new very early giant flowering variety. 
Blooms large, 4 to 6 inches across. Height, 6 feet. 
Tr. Pkt. Vi oz. Oz. 
Pink .$0.25 $0.45 $1.50 
White .25 .45 1.50 
Crimson. (1938 novelty). 1.00 
Mixed. Pink and white. 25 .45 1.50 
Orange Flare. Vivid orange with light green foliage. Blooms in less 
than four months from sowing. Tr. Pkt... 25c Vioz...40c Oz...$1.00 
