Sunset’s Flower Seeds 
How to Raise Flowers Successfully 
from Seed 
It is better, in most instances, except hardy annuals, 
to start the seed in shallow boxes about 4 inches deep, 
using very sandy soil with leaf-mould, so that it will not 
bake, and provide for drainage by boring some holes in 
the bottom of the box. Set the boxes in a warm, sheltered 
place, but protect from direct sunlight. When the plants 
have made the fourth leaf, they should be pricked out, 
reset in another box or in pots, and when well started 
they should be transplanted into the garden. If the seed 
is to be sown directly in the garden, it should be done 
after the soil is well worked and fertilized. A slight de¬ 
pression should be made with a stick, the seed sown, 
and then covered with sharp sand about twice the depth 
of the diameter of the seed. The sand will prevent the 
crusting over of the soil after watering. 
A common mistake in sowing flower seed, as well as 
other seed, is covering too deep. As a general rule, cover 
only to the depth of the thickness of the seeds. Always 
press the earth down firmly after sowing all flower seeds, 
else there is a danger of their drying up before the roots 
can get firm hold of the soil. 
ABBREVIATIONS 
HA., Hardy Annual HHP., Half-Hardy Perennial 
HP., Hardy Perennial TA., Tender Annual 
HHA., Half-Hardy Annual TP., Tender Perennial 
Cultural directions are printed on the backs of our 
Flower and Vegetable Seed packets. Follow carefully our 
instructions above for planting Flower Seeds. Also note 
how we have classified the different flowers as to annuals, 
perennials, borders, heights, etc., and the proper time for 
planting. 
All prices on Flower Seeds are postpaid 
Space does not permit our listing all descriptions and 
varieties of the large assortment of seeds we carry. We 
can, however, supply practically any seed desired on re¬ 
quest. We pack all our own seed and can assure our 
customers that they are absolutely fresh, as the tremendous 
demand for our seeds keeps our stock moving fast. 
We have classified each flower and state its average 
height when full grown, also the months it should be planted. 
For example, when it states September-April, it means 
planting can be done any time from September to April. 
All 10c. pkts. are 25c. for 3 
ACHILLEA, The Pearl. HP. 2 ft. Double; white. 
Pkt. 15c. 
AGERATUM. Floss Flower. HHA. 1-2 ft. Feb.-May. 
A., Blue Perfection. Pkt. 10c.; }4oz. 30c. 
A., Imperial Dwarf White. 8 in. Pkt. 10c.; Hoz. 30c. 
ALYSSUM. HA. 6-12 in. All year. For borders and 
rockeries. 
A. maritimum. Sweet Alyssum. White. Pkt. 10c.; 
oz. 35c.; Mlb. $1.00. 
A., Lilac Queen Improved. Lilac shade. Pkt. 10c.; 
Moz. 30c. 
A. saxatile compactum. Gold Dust. Perennial. Grayish 
foliage. Bright yellow blooms. Pkt. 10c.; 40c. 
AMARANTHUS. HHA. 2-3 ft. Feb.-May. 
A. caudatus. Love-lies-bleeding. Long, drooping, scar¬ 
let flowers. Pkt. 10c. 
A. tricolor splendens. Joseph’s Coat. Foliage scarlet, 
crimson, yellow, and green. Pkt. 10c. 
ANEMONE. HP. 1-1H ft- March-July. 
A., Giant De Caen, Mixed. Pkt. 15c.; J^oz. 75c. 
A., St. Brigid, Mixed. Pkt. 25c.; Koz. $1.00. 
ANTIRRHINUM. See Snapdragon. 
Aster, California Giant 
Asters 
HHA. 2-3 ft. Feb.-June 
California Giants. Large, beautiful blooms 5 inches 
across, with curled petals. Rose, Light Blue, Peach 
Blossom, Purple, White, or Mixed. Pkt. 15c.; J^oz. 60c. 
Improved New Giant California Sunshine. The outer 
or guard petals are somewhat loosely placed, creating 
an airy, lace-like effect which is altogether charming. 
The flowers measure 4 to 5 inches across and are borne 
on heavy stems fully 18 to 20 inches long. Mixed. All 
colors. Pkt. 15c.; J^oz. 40c. 
Semple’s Late Branching. Lavender, Red, Pink, Rose, 
Purple, White, or Mixed. Pkt. 10c.; Moz- 65c. 
Perennial Aster, Single, Mixed (Michaelmas Daisy). 
Pkt. 15c.; Koz. 85c. 
Asters, Giant Crego Wilt-Resistant 
This fine variety grows over 2 feet tall, is well branched, 
of free, sturdy growth. The fluffy, graceful flowers are 
rarely less -than 4 inches across and frequently over 
5 inches. Fine for cutting. White, Rose, Shell-Pink, 
Crimson, Light Blue, Royal Purple. Pkt. 15c.; }ioz. 
35c.; Moz. 65c. 
COLLECTION: One pkt. each of above 6 colors, 75c. 
Mixed. All colors. Pkt. 15c.; J^oz. 35c.; )4oz. 65c. 
Golden Sheaf 
The deepest yellow Aster yet offered, and the only one 
that is wilt-resistant. Flowers are fully double, with an at¬ 
tractive, crest-like center. Height, 2 feet. Pkt. 15c.; Hoz. 
40c. 
Pompon Asters 
Pretty little Asters bearing a great profusion of dainty, 
button-like flowers with quilled petals. Height, 12 to 
15 inches. Rose, 'White, Red, Blue, or Mixed. Pkt. 10c.; 
ysoz. 40c. 
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SUNSET SEED AND NURSERY CO. 
1720 Ocean Avc., San Francisco, Cal. 
