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BUTZER’S SEED STORE, PORTLAND, OREGON 
FORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis) 
Half-hardy perennial, which flowers the first year 
from seed if sown early. Will bring forth lovely blos¬ 
soms throughout the whole summer and fall. Flowers 
are borne on long stiff stems, and of the most exquisite 
colors. They succeed best with moisture in a somewhat 
shaded position. 
1595—Blue. Pkt. 10c. 1602—Mixed. Pkt. 10c. 
1597— Pink. Pkt. 10c. 
FOUR O’CLOCK 
1604—Marvel of Peru—A hardy annual, growing 
luxuriantly in any ordinary soil, and bearing a pro¬ 
fusion of bright, handsome flowers of various colors, 
shades and markings. Flowers open at four o'clock, 
close in the morning. Choice Mixed. Pkt. 10c; oz. 75c. 
♦FOXGLOVE (Digitalis) 
Digtalis—A hardy perennial, blooming the second 
year from seed. Grows usually about 3 y 2 feet. The 
bell-shaped flowers are borne on long spikes, and come 
in shades of purple, lavender, rose and white, all spot¬ 
ted lightly inside the blossoms. 
1606—The Shirley—A magnificent strain of the 
highest beauty, the results of many years of careful 
re-selection, bearing enormous flowers ranging from 
pure white to the deepest rose, and wonderfully 
blotched and spotted dark maroon, crimson and choco¬ 
late. Pkt. 15c. 
1610—Gloxiniaflora— This is a fine strain of the 
ordinary Foxglove (D. purpurea), with handsome 
spotted Gloxinia-like flowers on long spikes. Mixed. 
Pkt. 10c. 
1612—Butzer’s Special Mixture of Digitalis—A 
grand mixture of the above, and many other colors. 
Pkt. 10c 
FUCHSIA (Ladies’ Eardrop) 
Popular for winter blooming, as well as for summer 
bedding, window boxes, etc. Bloom profusely and are 
always admired. No window box is complete without 
them, and they are a delight in the garden. 
1615—Double and Single Mixed. Pkt. 35c. 
♦GAILLARDIA 
1618—★Burgundy—Shining wine-red flowers about 
2% in. in diameter, on long stiff stems, from June 
until fall. Blooms from seed the same year, if sown 
early, comes 60% true from seed. Pkt. 10c. 
1620—★Dazzler—Large flowers up to 5 inches across, 
bright golden yellow with rich maroon red center, 
fine for cutting. Pkt. 10c. 
1623—★Grandiflora (Perennial)—A compact variety, 
forming bushy plants 12 to 15 inches high, and bear¬ 
ing its long-stemmed flowers well above the foliage. 
In coloring the flowers are as rich and varied as those 
of the tall-growing sort. Pkt. 10c. 
GAILLARDIA 
(Blanket Flower) 
Both the annual and per¬ 
ennial varieties of Gaillardia 
are very showy and free 
bloomers all summer long 
until frost; good in any sit¬ 
uation and easily grown. 
The individual flowers are 
of large size, very durable, 
and most brilliant in color; 
fine for bouquets. 2 to 8 ft. 
1625—★Portola Hybrids— 
This strain of Hybrid Gail¬ 
lardia has been obtained 
from a specialist who has 
developed a splendid type, covering only the best va¬ 
rieties. The flowers are as large as sunflowers. Pkt. 10c 
1629—★Butzer’s Special Mixture of Gaillardias— 
A grand assortment of all varieties. Fine for cut 
flowers. Pkt. 10c. 
1633—Indian Chief—The blooms of this variety have 
an exceptional richness of color. The petals are a 
glittering, metallic, bronzy red color accentuated by 
a dark brown center. This variety is of the bedding 
type as it makes dense bushy plants that grow about 
a foot high. Thoughout the Summer the plants are 
well covered with large single blooms. Pkt. 10c. 
Remember It is Not a Home 
GENTIAN A (Gentian) 
1641 — ★Acaulis — 4 in. Large bell-shaped deep blue 
flowers; spring blooming. Seeds, per pkt. 15c. 
GERBERA (Transvaal Daisy) 
1645—Jamesoni Hybrids—Large daisy-lke blossoms 
with flower stems rising to a height of about two feet. 
Colors range from white to crimson, pink, rose, yellow 
and lilac shades. Flowers both summer and winter. 
Seed sown under lath-house conditions in sandy soil 
where good drainage is provided germinates easily. 
Pkt. 20c 
GERANIUM 
These grow readily from seed the first year and pro¬ 
duce blooming plants the first summer. There is a 
great deal of pleasure in watching them develop from 
seed, and there is always the chance of thus securing 
something new. 
1649—Zonale Varieties—Saved from a choice collec¬ 
tion. Pkt. 15c. 
*GEUM 
A beautiful hardy perennial producing flowers in 
profusion from spring till fall. It is an excellent cut 
flower, having long stems and keeping well. 
1653—Lady Stratheden—Very striking double yellow 
flower, very large. Pkt. 10c. 
1655—Mrs. Bradshaw’s Double Red—Large bright 
orange-searlet double flowers. Pkt. 10c. 
1657—Prince of Orange—A true rich orange, bloom¬ 
ing in early summer. Pkt. 15c. 
GODETIA 
Godetias thrive in partial shade and even rather 
poor soil. The single varieties are very compact with 
the cup shaped, satiny flowers covering the plant. The 
double varieties have flowers like satin pompons. Ex¬ 
cellent for beds or borders. Seeds should be sown in 
the fall or early spring. Annual. 
1679—Sybil Sherwood—Considered by many the most 
beautiful Godetia. Flowers are a lovely shade of salmon- 
pink with petals edged with white. Grows about 20 
inches tall and flowers are good for cutting. Pkt. 10c. 
1699—Tall Double Carminea. 
1703—Tall Double Crimson. 
1707—Tall Double Pink. 
1711—Tall Double Rose. 
1716—Tall Double Mixed. 
1694—Dwarf Single Mixed. 
Price, each of the above, pkt. 10c; 3 for 25c. 
ORNAMENTAL GOURDS 
The growing of ornamental gourds has come much 
to the fore in recent years. Many are fantastically 
beautiful and some useful. Seeds should be sown about 
1 inch deep, after all danger of frost is over, and the 
plants should be left foot apart. Plant in full sun 
and keep soil moist—but not too wet. 
1720—Apple Shape—Pkt. 10c. 
1723— Large Cave Man’s Club.—Pkt. 10c. 
1724— Bottle—Large. Thermos bottle. Pkt. 10c. 
1725— Bottle—Miniature. Pkt. 10c. 
1726— Calabash or Pipe Gourde—Odd-shaped fruit 
which is used in making pipes. Pkt. 10c. 
1727— Dipper—Fruit makes an excellent dipper and 
may be used for wren’s nests. Pkt. 10c. 
1728— Dish Cloth or Towel. Many women prefer a 
dishcloth made of this Gourd as it is sweet and clean 
as long as it lasts. Pkt. 10c. 
1729— Hercules Club—Fruit grows 3 to 4 feet long. 
Pkt. 10c 
1730— Nest Egg—Practical nest eggs. Pkt. 10c. 
1731— Orange—The well known Mock Orange. 
Pkt. 10c 
1732— Pear-Shaped—Striped yellow and green. 
Pkt. 10c 
1733— Sugar Trough—Thick shells, very durable. 
Pkt. 10c 
1734— Large Varieties Mixed—Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c. 
1735— Small Varieties Mixed—Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c. 
1736— All Varieties Mixed—Pkt. 10c; oz. 50c. 
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