GOLDEN BALL 
Notocactus Leninghauiii 
This very striking species has soft, harmless, hairy 
bristles of a beautiful old gold color. It is one of 
the most admired plants I have here at the garden 
and one of the easiest to grow. A few perfect plants 
in various sizes, ltt". 50c. 2V,”. $1. 5", $2.50. 
Attractive smaller specimens ..... A/C 
10 FLOWERING CACTI 
All Flowering Size 
Collection F9 
These plants are all of good flowering size and will 
give a satisfactory account of themselves. They have 
been chosen to give you a wide variety both In blos¬ 
soms and form and all are kinds that the less skilled 
window gardener can flower. 
Tom Thumb. Pink Easter Lily. Red Orchid, Pin¬ 
cushion, Echinocereus Merkeri, Indian Head. Malo- 
cocarpus Hennissii, Hybrid Easter Lily, Mamillarla 
rhodacantha, Xmas Cactus. 
10 Flowering size specimens only $2.50 
TURK'S CAP CACTUS 
Melocactus 
These odd plants bear a peculiar red cephalium 
perched on the top of the melon shaped plants like 
a plush fez I The flowers are produced in this cap. 
They are found principally in the Carribean Islands 
though occurring as far south and west as Peru. They 
were the first cacti brought to Europe perhaps by 
Columbus. The fez is produced only on mature plants, 
lake a warm moist climate. 
Turks Cap. (Melocactus intortus). A cylin- 
dric plant heavily armed and with a fine red 
fez. Small plants red with russet spine. 1", 25c. 
Melocactus Antonii, 35c. M. Broadwayi, 35c. 
M. Ernestii, 25c. M. melocactoides, 35c. M. 
Miquelii, 35c. M. Neryi, 25c. M. obtusipetalus. 
35c. M. peruvianus, 25c. M. violaceus, 25c. 
NEOPORTERIA 
This fine genus is found in Chile often on 
the cliffs over-hanging the seashore, some 
species becoming almost spineless with age 
while others develop masses of curling white 
spines. The flowers are most attractive pink, 
yellow or orange. 
Culture. They come from a very dry region and 
should be carefully watered. Give them good drain¬ 
age and a sandy soil. Flower freely In the spring 
and rest during winter. 
AN “OLD MAN" FROM CHILE. (Neoporteria 
senilis.) One of the most striking grey haired 
cacti in cultivation. The plant is completely 
hidden by an interlacing mat of long, white 
or grey, coarse hair. They may be 3" in dia¬ 
meter and with age reach several inches in 
height. The flowers are particularly beautiful 
being of a rich vivid pink hue some 2 " or 
more long lasting a couple of weeks and ap¬ 
pearing for months! 
I have only a very few plants grafted on 
heavy Trichocereus Spachianus. 2" grafted, 
S2 each. 
EASTER LILY CACTUS 
Echinopsls hybrids 
I have a few specimens of these handsome large 
flowered cacti that will produce abundant blossoms 
this year. Fine healthy plants 3"-3l4" diameter my 
largest specimens that have bloomed at least 3 years 
$1 each. Fine blooming specimens 2 *2 l /a", 50c each. 
Nice young 
19c 
Neoporteria napina. A small spineless spe¬ 
cies with leathery body and fleshy roots. 
Large, pale, yellow-red flowers. IV 4 ", 40c. 
Neoporteria nigricans. A few small plants 
only. 40c. 
Neoporteria Reichii. A few grafted plants 
only. 75c. 
AGAVE VICTORIA-REGINAE 
This handsome Mexican Agave has long been noted for 
its great beauty and elegant habit. They grow very 
slowly’ and make fascinating specimens that increase in 
attractiveness through the years. My plants are 4 years 
old and Just like the photograph! With age the plant 
forms a compact globe but seldom suckers. They are very 
easy to grow liking a good strong loam lightened with 
just a little sand. Keep them «r 
damp—not wet. Plants 3" to 4" diameter_ 13 C 
BALL CACTI 
NOTOCACTUS 
Here is a group that I personally recom¬ 
mend to every one knowing they will please 
in every way. The flowers are all bright and 
cheerful opening widely in the sunshine and 
being most freely produced. Many of the pret¬ 
tiest cacti for the window garden are found 
in this genus. Their popularity is great among 
those who see them at my nurseries. 
Culture. Very easily grown liking a rich though 
sandy soil and good drainage. Keep the soil barely 
damp even during the winter resting period. 
GOLDEN BALL, see photo above. 
SILVER BALL. See color plate, page 8 . 
LEMON BALL. See color plate, page 3. 
INDIAN HEAD. See color plate, page 7. 
Notocactus apricus. 25c. 
Notocactus concinnus. 50c. Small. 20c. 
Notocactus Qoricomus. 35c. 
Notocactus Graessneri. A rare yellow-bristled 
species. Very pretty. 35c. 
Notocactus Grossei. 50c. 
SCARLET BALL. (Notocactus Hasselbergii.) A 
splendid white spined plant producing masses 
of small, vivid scarlet flowers during late 
winter and spring. A real treasure. 35c. A 
few grafted plants 75c to $5. 
NOTOCACTUS MAMMULOSUS. See page 9 
Notocactus MueUer-Melchersii. A handsome 
new species with big yellow flowers. 1", 35c. 
Notocactus Ottonis. 22c. 
Notocactus Ottonis tenuispinus. 50c. 
Notocactus Ottonis uruguayensis. 50c. 
Notocactus pampeanus. 50c. 
Notocactus Schumannianus. 1", 35c. II/ 2 ", 50c. 
Notocactus tabularis. 35c. Small, 20c. 
Notocactus Velenovskii. 35c. 
A YOUTHFUL CACTUS FAN 
Wilbur McVay of Madrid, Iowa, whose collection of 
Cacti is shown here is an enthusiastic collector. Our 
cactus fans range from 10 years old to 80 years 
young. These fascinating plants take but little care 
and bring the sunshine of lands beyond the seas to 
your fireside. 
SAND CULTURE FOR CACTI 
Collection F15 
Sand Culture is the perfect way to grow 
Cacti and all house plants. All kinds thrive 
with it and no need to fear overwateringl A 
complete kit of 25 gallons mixed Plant-Chemi¬ 
cals, 150 Tablets Vitamin Bl, with full, simple, 
specific instructions for Cacti. Postpaid, $1.50. 
A SPLENDID CACTUS DISPLAY 
These fine specimens are part of the collection of 
Mr. Lester Davis, Lindsborg. Kans., who has loaned 
them for a window display in the local drugstore. You 
will note the fine condition of these house grown 
plants. You may also have as great success! 
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