QUEEN OF SPRING (Synthyris reniformis). 
Vivid blue 6” spikes amid a crown of shiny ever¬ 
green kidney-shaped leaves make this native of 
our Idaho woods strikingly lovely in spring, and 
handsome all the year. It is one of our earliest 
spring flowers, showing color with the first warm 
days, and dominating the garden for a month while 
bare of other color. Loves a cool moist spot in 
the shade of taller plants, is easy and permanent in 
peaty soil. Give it place of honor in shaded bor¬ 
der, or among ferns. Fine young plants ready to 
bloom: 
10 for $3.00; 3 for $1.00; 40 cents each. 
EARLY BLUE CLEMATIS (C. Columbiana). 
Large four-petal blue flowers in May, followed by 
downy seed clusters, give startling early spring 
color, as the foliage of this half-woody climber 
twines over shrubs, rocks or other support. It 
grows rapidly in rich soil in moist semi-shade, is 
one of our most admired woodland natives. line 
in perennial or shrub border. Strong two-year 
plants: 
10 for $3.75; 3 for $1.25; 45 cents each. 
COMPLETE PERENNIAL COLLECTION 
Delivery prepaid 
Single Order: Each of the 4 pentstemons, 4 Lewisias, Synthyris and Clematis 
(12 full-size plants labeled, value $4.65) .- $ 
Triple Order: Three single orders wrapped separately in one package, all labeled 
(36 full-size plants, value $13.95) . $10.50 
Fivefold Order: Five single orders wrapped separately in one package, all labeled 
(60 full-size plants, value $23.25) . $16.50 
Proper culture can be provided in any garden 
with the care you bestow on other treasured plants. 
Bear in mind your local soil conditions. These 
plants thrive beautifully in porous soil that is quite 
dry most of the year. They must have good drain¬ 
age. Protect as far as possible from continued 
soaking. Rain water alone is best, where suffi¬ 
cient. Very heavy soil may be made porous by 
working in cinders to a depth of a foot or more, 
which will also help drainage. In damp climates 
the best results will come from planting on a 
sunny, sandy slope with south exposure. These 
plants are not for the careless indifferent gardener, 
but they give a rich reward for careful intelligent 
effort. 
Prepare soil carefully before planting. See that 
roots are well spread out with plenty of room and 
good depth, guided by soil mark on stem. Work 
soil between roots, pack very firmly, moisten fully, 
with an inch of loose soil or mulch on top. Loose 
shallow planting is the worst crime. Avoid chem¬ 
ical fertilizers. Plants give richer color and last 
longer if not stimulated. Avoid excess moisture, 
but do not let soil get entirely dry at any time. 
Plants are labeled and packed carefully in 
damp moss and oiled paper with outer wrapper, 
to reach you in first-class condition. On arrival 
take care to keep roots moist and covered from 
dry air until planted. Soaking for several hours 
before planting helps quick starting. Give close 
attention for first month. 
Remember these plants are grown under un¬ 
forced garden culture, in a region of hot dry sum¬ 
mers and cold winters, with sudden and extreme 
climatic changes, sometimes to 20 degrees or more 
below zero. They are thus hardened to withstand 
severe cold as well as prolonged summer heat. 
Since proper pruning of shrubs is vital to quick 
healthy growth, the tops will be cut back ready to 
plant, unless you instruct us to leave them untrim¬ 
med. 
Send order immediately after Club meeting. Supply is limited, and early orders avoid 
disappointment. Shipment will be sent promptly, or to arrive on date you specify. A 
week’s time or less is usually sufficient. Airmail will save you several days in delivery. 
SEND CHECK WITH ORDER TO 
C. E. Artman 
Box 270 
NATIVE GARDENS of SPOKANE, WASHINGTON 
