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ARABIS 
(ROCK CRESS) 
Alpina nana compacta. In the Spring the compact tufts are completely 
covered with glistening white flowers. A select dwarf strain growing 
about 6 in. high. A valuable rockery plant, and is widely used as an 
edging for garden paths. The foliage is always attractive. Each 25c., 
per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
Alpina flore pleno. The grand double Rock Cress. A fine rock plant with 
large, double white flowers in mid-April and May. 6 in. Each 30c., 
per three 75c. 
“Spring Charm.” A new European plant sensation, glowing carmine 
flowers. See Novelty pages. Each 35c., per three 90c. 
ARMERIA 
Laucheana. A most satisfactory dwarf for the rockery or low border* 
Tight rounded tufts of deep green from which rises on 6 in. stems ball¬ 
shaped flowers of rich rose. It starts to bloom in June and is a continuous 
bloomer. Each 25c., per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
ARTEMISIA 
Lactiflora. A delightfully fragrant, misty appearing subject for the border. 
Astilbe-like panicles of white from August well into the Autumn. 5 ft. 
Each 20c., per three 50c., per ten $1.25, per hundred $10.00. 
ASCLEPIAS 
(BUTTERFLY WEED) 
Tuberosa. One of the most brilliantly colored of American natives. Flower 
heads of glowing orange with traces of bright yellow and scarlet. For all 
its vivid coloring blends well in the border and is a splendid cut flower. 
Late July and August. 2 ft. Each 20c., per three 50c., per ten $1.50. 
ASTER 
Michaelmas Daisies 
Abendrothe. From early September until frost it is a mass of bright 
lavender pink flowers. Erect and stately in the Fall border. 4 ft. Each 
25c., per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
Blue Gem. A profusion of brightly colored flowers of almost the identical 
shade of Hardy Ageratum. Very effective when planted with the 
Eupatorium as it is just a bit taller and gives a massed effect. Each 25c., 
per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
Climax. An old favorite with large flowers of light blue. One of the best 
for cutting. Each 25c., per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
St. Egwin. Stocky semi-dwarf plants covered with a myriad of rose pink 
flowers in September. Choice for the front part of the border, ljij ft. 
Each 25c., per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
MRS. FRANCES CHILDERS. The lovely carmine rose flowers 
touched with gold in the small crested center completely cover 
the upright, 4-ft. plants in early September. One of the leading 
Garden Consultants in the Pittsburgh area stated this was the 
outstanding Aster of all she had seen. Each 25c., per three 60c., 
per ten $1.50. 
Arabls Alpina fl. pi. 
A.juga Reptans 
ASTER 
Novelty Asters 
Alpinus, “Dark Beauty.” One of the finest dwarf Alpine Asters. Large 
single flowers of rich deep blue on 6-in. stems in May and June. Each 
30c., per three 75c., per ten $2.00. 
Frikarti, “Wonder of Stafa.” Among the finest of the new plant intro¬ 
ductions. Large flowers of vivid lavender blue on stocky, compact, 15 in. 
plants. A persistent bloomer, providing color throughout the Summer 
and Fall. A wonderful cut flower and indispensable in the border. 
Each 35c., per three 90c. 
“Wartburg Star.” A giant-flowering dwarf Spring Aster. Single flowers 
of brilliant blue with a center disc of orange. Equally effective in the 
rockery or as a cut flower. Each 30c., per three 75c. 
New Dwarf Asters 
A race of dwarf Fall blooming Asters that are especially suited for group¬ 
ing in the low border and make a fine addition to the rockery. Neat, com¬ 
pact bushes covered with bloom in September. 
Countess of Dudley. Pink. Marjorie. Bright rose. 
Lady Henry Maddocks. Light pink. Snowsprite. Semi-double white. 
Lilac Time. Soft lilac. Victor. Clear lavender blue. 
Each 25c., per three of a variety 60c., per ten$ 1.50 
COLLECTION 65: One of each for $1.25 
AUBRIETIA 
(PURPLE ROCK CRESS) 
Large-flowering Hybrids. A choice Alpine forming tufts of gray green 
foliage that are completely hidden by the flowers of rich lavender, blue, 
and purple. Effective when tucked among the rocks. 6 in. Each 25c., 
per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
AZALEA 
Mollis Seedlings. We have sold thousands of these three-year-old seed¬ 
lings for their exceptional value is quickly realized. Sturdy, well-rooted 
plants that should bloom in a year after being transplanted to your gar¬ 
den. The colors range from flame orange to golden yellow. An economical 
source for a grand display of these handsome shrubs. Each 35c., per 
three 90c., per ten $2.50. 
BAPTISIA 
Australis (False Indigo). In June it is filled with Lupin-like spikes of rich 
blue standing above the deep gray green foliage. Will make a fine hedge 
effect and is pretty in the border. 4 ft. Each 25c., per three 60c., per 
ten $1.50. 
BOLTONIA 
Asteroides. A tall growing graceful variety with sheets of white flowers 
in August. Each 20c., per three 50c., per ten $1.50. 
Latisquamae. Impressive in the border during the late Summer. Hun¬ 
dreds of single pink Daisies cover the 5-ft. plant. Recommended for 
garden decoration or for cutting. Each 25c., per three 60c., per ten $1.50. 
CALAMINTHA 
(ALPINE MINT) 
Alpina. A neat, low growing Alpine covered with dainty lavender flowers 
in June. Its prostrate habit makes it effective in the rockery or planted 
in rock walls. Each 20c., per three 50c., per ten $1.50. 
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