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LAKEVIEW PONDS. CINCINNATI, OHIO 
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Water Canna (Thalia Dealbala) is a glorious Hardy Pool Plant, 
splendid for corners and tall center effects. 
The following are tall growing, shallow water plants, which are best 
for corner or center decorations in pools, or can be used in clumps at 
edges of ponds or pools. Asterisks indicate depth to plant roots under 
water: {*)=water level; (**)=2 inches under water; inches 
under water. 
(SIX PLANTS OF A KIND AT DOZEN RATE.) 
WATER CANNA I***)—A very handsome and useful plant with leaves 
similar to Gannas and with tall spikes of purple flowers which later 
change to purple seeds It is quite hardy and does well in water not over 
IZ inches deep when planted in good soil. Its height of five to seven feet 
makes it well suited lor corner or center decoration. (Hardy.) 
20c each. $2.00 per dozen. 
CATTAIL (***)^.An old familiar plant and still a favorite for pool 
planting. Shallow water and plenty of rich soil will grow these graceful 
leaves and spikes to 5 feet in height. 
6 for 50e. $1.00 per doz. (Hardy.) 
(***)—Very distinctive leaves shaped like an 
arrowhMd held aloft on a stem from 1 to 3 feet above water. In rich 
soil and shallow water the plants thrive and are quite hardy. Spikes of 
snow-white flowers with close yellow stamens add to its attraction. 
20c each. $2.00 per dozen. (Hardy.) 
A T the edges of natural bodies of water there is al- 
/■A ways a wealth of vegetation, wherever soil and 
climate will allow plants to grow. Since our object 
in a water garden is to duplicate in miniature what 
Nature does on a grand scale, we search out her choicest 
shallow water and bog plants to use at the edges of our 
pools and ponds. 
This class of plants embraces an enormous number of 
grasses, reeds, creeping vines, tall and short leaved plants, 
floating plants, etc. We offer only selected plants care¬ 
fully chosen because of characteristics of beauty and 
adaptability to use in water gardens. 
The plants listed here are particular in their re¬ 
quirements. 
Some like only their roots wet and we have designated 
them thus (*). 
Others like two inches of water over their crowns and 
are designated thus (**). 
The third group should be planted with roots about 
six inches under water and are designated thus (***). 
In order to have success growing shallow water plants, 
use large flower pots, boxes, or a concrete ledge or 
“pockets” so placed that the water will vary from ground 
level to six inches over ground level, and plant each kind 
at its proper level. To keep them over Winter place them 
all in deep water or protect with boards, leaves, etc. 
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!; NOTE: WATER LILIES TO PLANT AT j 
f EDGES OF NATURAL PONDS IN PARKS, , 
/ ETC., are available by color at Special Prices. 
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The plants listed in this column are low-growing varieties. (Six of 
a kind at dozen rate.) 
WATER POPPY (***) IHydroeleis nymphoidesi —A dainty rooted 
plant which sends up floating leaves and bears yellow flowers similar 
to the California poppies. Plant in shallow water same as a small 
water lily. Water Poppy can also be used for inside aquariums if 
planted in small pots, but develops better outdoors. (Not hardy in 
Northern States.) 
10c each. $1.20 per dozen. 
WATER $NOWFLAKE INymphoides Indieuml Leaves (**), Plants 
(***). A floating aquatic with leaves like a small water lily. When 
detached the leaves will send down roots in shallow water and pro¬ 
duce a new plant. It bears dainty v^thite flowers, an inch in diameter, 
which resemble a giant snowflake. (May to December only.) (Not 
hardy in Northern States.) 
Whole plants, 20c each. 
PICKEREL PLANT (***)_An attractive 
spikes of pleasing purple flowers. Plant in 
grow luxuriantly and bloom all summer, 
about 1 to 2 feet tall. (Hardy.) 
20c each 
marsh plant with frequen 
shallow water and it wil 
Leaves are heart-shaped- 
$2.00 per dozen 
SWEET PLAG (***) Variegated lAcorus calamus variegatal —A 
choice hardy plant with Iris-like leaves 2 to 3 feet tall, striped green and 
ivory. Very showy when used in group planting. (Hardy.) 
20c each. $2.00 per dozen. 
YELLOW FLAG (**) tins pseudacoroust^A tall swamp Iris which 
likes to grow m wet pound (but not more than 2 inches under water) 
It produces broad yellow flowers of the Japanese Iris type, and is hardy. 
20c each. $2.00 per dozen. 
fl [**’ '''■'* ''ersico/orl— Swamp Iris. Same as the yellow 
flag described above except this variety has blue flowers. Plant same as 
Yellow flag. (Hardy.) 
20c each. $2.00 per dozen. 
LOBELIA (**) Cardinalis ICardinal F/owerl— One of our most at 
tractive native plants which grows in moist ground and may be usei 
advantageously at the edge of pools, or on any ground where they wil 
not suffer from drought. Flowers borne on spikes and are fiery cardina 
wlor. Strong plants often produce 10 to 18 spikes 24 to 30 inches long 
1 hey bloom during August and September. (Hardy.) 
20c each. $2.00 per dozen 
UMBRELLA PALM (*) ICyperus alfernifoliust— This is the old favor 
ite Umbrella Plant. A well-known shallow water plant used mainly foj 
^o s. These are choice Greenhouse Grown Plants from 2'A-inch pots 
Will grow very large during the Summer, but must come in for Winter 
15c each, (Not hardy.] 
PARROT FEATHER (***) IMyriophyttum prosperplnaeoides )—A 
species of Myriophyllum, good for aquariums or pools. Leafage above 
and below water. In pools^ plant at the edge in very shallow water, 
so its long runners will give beautiful coverage. Available April 15 
to November 15. Must be planted at once on receipt. (Hardy.) 
Furnished in bunches, 2 for 25c. 
CREEPING WATER HYACINTH (***)—A vine of entirely different 
habit from the regular Water Hyacinth, and a steady bloomer, with 
dark purple flowers similar to the regular Water Hyacinth and with 
similar dark green glossy leaves. Available May 15 until frost. (Not 
hardy in Northern States.) 
50c each. 
PRIMROSE CREEPER (***) lJussiaea repensl—A fast growing, 
semi-submerged aquatic vine with waxy green leaves and bearing a 
profusion of bright yellow flowers. It grows well in shade or sun. 
(Hardy.) 
3 for 50c. $1.50 per dozen. 
FLOATING HEART (***) (Nymphoides peltafumt —Leaves are 
similar to those of a Water Lily and it produces brilliant yellow flow¬ 
ers. Hardy and strong grower. Plant in two to six inches of water. 
4 for 50c. $1.20 per dozen. 
SPIDER LILY (**) tHymenocallis caribaeal —A native West In¬ 
dian plant bearing clusters of fragrant white flowers with narrow 
curving petals giving the effect of a large spider. (Not hardy in 
Northern States.) 
35c each. $3.00 per dozen. 
PAPYRUS {*)—This is the ancient Egyptian Paper Plant of his¬ 
torical legend, from which the Egyptians first manufactured paper, 
which they called “Papyrus.” It is similar to Umbrella Palm, but 
grows to be much larger. (Not hardy up north.) 
25c each. 
