CELOSIA, ROYAL VELVET, FOR C 
Aquilegia longissima Hybrids hp 
Few of the many beautiful sul:)jocts which adorn our hardy borders 
can rival the Columbine for elegance of habit and the exquisite form 
of its delicately poised flowers. The introduction, some years ago, 
of Aquilegia longissima, with its increased length of spurs (often 4 
inches long), greatly enhanced its attractions, the only drawback 
being the existence of only one color, a pale yellow, though even this 
became immediately poinilar. We are therefore plea.sed to be able 
to offer these new Hybrids which contain all the beautiful hues, in 
red, blue, white, ro.se, etc., with the unique length of the si)ur.s— 
nearly as long as in the Longissima type—and broader petals which 
we are sure will gain for them a cordial reception, ^^'e may add that 
they are hardier than the type and more lasting as a perennial. They 
will be found invaluable both for their artistic effect in the border 
aiul as a cut-flower ui vases for indoor decoration. Pkt. 50 cts. 
Aquilegia longissima hp 
Delicate pale yellow flowers with very long spurs—often 4 inches 
long. Strikingly graceful and deserves a i)ermanent place among 
our choicest perennials. Pkt. 50 cts.; large pkt. .|1. 
Aquilegia clematiflora hp 
This glorious Columbine is absolutely distinct in petal formation 
as the blooms greatly resemble clematis. The plants are of medium 
height, compact habit, and free flowering. Colors are delicate pastel 
shades of pink and blue. Pkt. 50 cts.; large pkt. $1. 
Aquilegia, Waterer’s Superb Long-spurred 
Hybrids H P 
This strain, the result of many years of selection, produces flowers 
of very large size, with broad petals of perfect form and great length 
of spurs. The colors include rich shades as well as new and dehcate 
tints. Pkt. 25 cts.; large pkt. 75 cts. 
Aster, Early Giant Wilt-Resistant h a 
The finest large-flowered, heavy-stemmed, wilt-resistant Aster 
yet developed. Flowers are of the Giant of California type, while 
the plants are less tall—about feet high. They are early bloom¬ 
ing, coming into flower four to six weeks earlier than the Giants of 
California. 
PEACH BLOSSOM. Opens white, flushes lavender-pink. 
LIGHT BLUE. Silver Medal, 1939 All America Selections. Clear 
rich hght blue. See color plate, page 12. 
Each, pkt. 20 cts.; large pkt. 50 cts. 
New Super-Giant Aster ha 
Extremely large, graceful flowers with daintily interlaced, plume¬ 
like petals. Plants reach a height of 23^ to 3 feet and are very early 
flowering. 
LOS ANGELES. Silver Medal, 1934 All-America Selections. 
Lovely soft shell-pink, blending to creamy ])ink at the center. 
EL MONTE. Special Mention, 1936 All-America Selections. Deep, 
glowing crimson. 
Each, pkt. 15 cts.; large pkt. 40 cts. 
Balsam, Double Bush-flowered ha 
Compact plants about 8 inches tall, entirely covered with double 
flowers produced at the tips of the stems, making a show of flowers 
rather than foliage, as in the ordinary types. 
TORCH. Brilliant vermilion-red. Pkt. 20 cts.; large pkt. 50 cts. 
MIXED. Attractive colors. Pkt. 15 cts.i large pkt. 40 cts.; 3^oz. $1. 
New Giant-flowered Calendula 
Yellow Colossal HA 
In addition to being the l)iggest. Yellow Colossal is the most 
profuse blooming of all large-flowered Calendulas. The well-formed, 
Imshy plants grow 1}/^ feet high and are loaded with extremely 
double, clear, bright yellow flowers 43^^ inches and more across. It 
is the hghtest in color of all Calendulas in the lemon-yellow group. 
One of the finest for cut-flower purposes and highly recommended 
for borders and beds. Pkt. 25 cts. 
Celosia, Royal Velvet ha 
Honorable Mention, 1939 All-America Selections 
New, early-blooming, basal-branchuig Cockscomb type; large 
center head of rich velvety ruby-red surrounded by numerous erect 
branches mounted with medium-sized combs. Foliage bronzy green 
with reddish margins. Plants are about 2 feet high. The long¬ 
stemmed branches are excellent for cutting. If center head is not 
desired, pinch out when plant is yoimg. Pkt. 20 cts.; large pkt. 50 cts. 
Golden Spider Plant {Cleome luted) ha 
Sow seeds in early spring, and by mid-July the plants will be in 
flower, a towering airiness of swaying golden orange from then until 
late October. Massed groups of it give magnificent effects, and it is 
a new color in Cleome. The plants simulate tree form, a yard-high 
slender trunk, then a wide tangle of branchmg, each branch ending 
in an ever-extending raceme of crowded golden blossoms, long- 
stamened, and as lightsoine a filigree in sky-profile as any other 
Cleome. Enormously floriferous. Pkt. 25 cts.; large pkt. 75 cts. 
Cornflower, Jubilee Gem ha 
Silver Medal, 1937 All-America Selections 
This is a dwarf variety of Cornflower, making a compact plant 
literally covered with doul)le flowers of a vivid dark blue. The plant 
is about 12 inches high. Easy to grow, it is “everyone’s” flower and 
is adaptable for edging or as a border plant; it is a fine cut-flower, 
and, above all, it may be sown outside in the autumn for spring 
flowering, or in the spring for summer flowering. Pkt. 15 cts.; large 
pkt. 40 cts. 
HOSEA WATERER : PHILADELPHIA 
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