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LAKEVIEW AQUATIC FARMS AND NURSERIES 
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Plants shown above are one-sixth natural size. All are hardy except 
Nos. 3, 4, and 9. which are floating plants and should be replaced 
yearly. See descriptions and prices below. Plants marked (V) grow 
under water and are OXYGEN PRODUCERS. 
No. 1. A. Sagittaria Sinensis —Stiff strap-like leaves of dark green 
(V) color. A large showy plant 6-8" tall. Excellent oxygen pro¬ 
ducer. 2 for 25c 
No. 1. B. Sagittaria Subulata —Small growing with stiff grass-like 
( V) leaves much smaller than Sinensis. Excellent oxygenator and 
good for bottom of aquariums. 6 for 25c 
2. Parrot Feather —A species of Myriophyllum, good for aquari¬ 
ums 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. 
2 bunches for 25c 
3. Shell Flower —Similar to Water Hyacinths, but rarer and pre¬ 
ferring semi-shade and moist atmosphere. Does nicely in 
pools in summer. 2 for 25c 
4. Water Hyacinth —“The Queen of Aquatic Plants” — Cut shows 
how plants multiply by runners. The largest selling pool plant 
in the United States, because best for goldfish to spawn on. 
Special low prices April to November. 
10c each. 6 for 50c 
5. Anacharis Gigantia— Splendid oxygenator for aquariums, and 
(V) does nicely without much light. Not available at all times. 
10c per bunch. 6 for 50c 
6. Ludwigia— A very pretty plant, with well-developed leaves 
(V) colored green on top, reddish underneath. Grows above and 
below water, and a very choice plant. Available year round. 
10c per bunch. 6 for 50c 
7. Myriophyllum —The largest selling bunched plant for the win- 
(V) ter months. Available November to June 1, and most satis¬ 
factory when in season. Our standard when Cabomba is out 
of season. 
10c per bunch. 6 for 50c 
8. Val isneria —A grass-like plant, for aquariums. Reproduces 
(V) with creeping runners, same as Sagittaria (No. 1). Available 
year round. Fine for tropical fish and all aquariums. 
3 for 10c. 40c per dozen 
9. Salvinia— A miniature floating plant, with dainty, fuzzy leaves 
Vt" to Vi" i n diameter. Grows on the water without soil, but 
likes* partial shade. 
Per portion, 15c 
No. 10. Cabomba —This is the best known of all aquarium plants and 
(V) is now available the year round. The plant is relished by 
Goldfish and many Tropicals and helps keep them in good 
condition. 
10c per bunch. 6 for 50c 
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The Submerged Oxygenating Plants 
(Marked V) 
I N the modern aquarium or pool the first requisite is a so-called 
“balance” of fish and plant life which, when obtained, entirely 
eliminates the necessity of ever changing the water. Fish 
“breathe” oxygen from the water by means of their gills. They 
give off carbon dioxide. Certain plants absorb the carbon dioxide in 
the water for their growth, and in turn, during the daytime, actually 
give off oxygen to the water. This is the “balance” that aquarists 
speak of, and which is so necessary for healthful conditions for all 
the members of the aquarium or pool. The only care then required 
is to remove foreign substances, feed properly, and add water to take 
up the evaporation. 
The plants with check mark (V) are the best to grow under water 
in an aquarium or pool. Most of these plants need some sunlight 
or artificial light to grow indoors. All should be planted in sand in 
an aquarium—but in soil covered with sand in a pool—and the lead 
clips furnished on the bunched plants should be removed before 
planting. A dozen or so of these plants in shallow boxes will greatly 
help to keep the water in your pool fresh during the Winter. It 
is best to provide extra boxes for pool use, for if planted in the 
Water Lily boxes they absorb much of the nourishment and tend 
to choke out the lilies. 
The following plants are not shown on cut. 
(V) WATER POPPY— 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. 
10c each. 6 for 50c 
WATER SNOWFLAKE —A floating aquatic with leaves like a 
small water lily. When detached the leaves will send down roots in 
shallow water and produce a new plant. It bears dainty white 
flowers an inch in diameter which resemble a grant snowflake. (April 
to December.) 
Whole plants, 20c each 
(V)SOUTHERN SPATTERDOCK —This is a splendid large leaved 
underwater plant for aquariums and pools. The leaves give off 
oxygen to the water and grow very beautifully in an aquarium. 
Spatterdock has a large tuberous root which should be planted in a 
pot, using a little soil below and sand on top. 
20c each. 3 for 50c 
(V)CRYPTOCORYNE— This is one of the rarer underwater plants 
suited to aquariums. It will grow in deep shade, and is well suited 
to indoor use, hence highly recommended for aquariums and very 
decorative. 
20c each. 3 for 50c 
BACOPA Herpestis —A showy plant with thick bright green leaves 
or strong stems. Grows above and below water. Furnished in bunches. 
2 for 25c 
(V)HAIR GRASS— When properly started, this will form a regular 
carpet—an underwater lawn—on the bottom of the aquarium. 
Per portion, 20c 
UMBRELLA PALM —-This is the old favorite Umbrella Plant. A 
well-known shallow water plant used mainly for pools. These are 
choice Greenhouse Grown Plants from 2)4-inch pots. Will grow 
very large during the Summer, but must come in for Winter. 
15c each 
COLLECTIONS OF OXYGENATING PLANTS 
(Available the year round) 
No. Ol — (Suitable for 5 to 10 gallon aquarium or a very 
small pool.) Ten choice oxygenating plants 
and bunches in five varieties and a few of Ns QQ 
the miniature floating plants added. 'I'T *\/\/ 
Collection No. Ol. | 
No. 02— Fancier’s Collection. A special selection of rarer 
and artistic underwater plants suitable to ft C 
10-15 gab aquariums. Our selection of best J 
varieties in season. At least 10 plants. 
Collection No. 02. 
