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ests of the Western Coast. It does not want fullf gonias like an evenly moist soil, Foliage fern-like; pure white flowers. 
shady spot and repotted in fall. Luxurious dark 
- rapidly—the older leaves are deepest green,| for 6G4c; 2 yr. plants 65c, 3 
other. Immune to leaf spot and_ all 
in 
_ plants 35c; strong 2 yr. plants 50c ea. 
Flowering, Fancy Leaved, Bedding Begonias 
Double Flowering Attractive tors TENN ID 
Tuberous Begonias|._ ®&20"!a 
The handsomest of our summer-blooming Venus 30c 
plants, flowering throughout the season in A new and distinctly 
any nook or corner in complete shade. Noth- ¥ ,, diff t” i 
ing can exceed the brilliancy of their col- erent’’ Begonia. Its 
ee Sat eee, of eae the richness § dark, glossy, bronze green, 
b2 0 eir waxy flowers, the gorgeousness of fh 
their effect in masses. On the approach of ene ing lee Rare 
cold weather they should be taken up, and { >ined with its free-flower- 
% the bulbs stored away in a warm place. jj ing habit, make it one of 
We offer double flowering bulbs in five {ithe most attractive plants 
colors: White, Salmon, Pink, Yellow and that can be grown. Blooms : 
Crimson. 32c ea., 3 for 92c, 6 for $1.76, the year around. 30c ea., LS” 
doz. for $3.38. 3 for 79c, dozen $2.64. 3 a 
Begonia Venus, 80c 
UNUSUAL BEGONIA 
Mime. De Lesseps 27c 
The leaves are of silky texture, beau- 
tifully spotted with silver. A very 
strong, free-growing variety that will 
succeed with any ordinary care. 27e@ 
ea., 2 for Sic. 





















bs aE Og, 
Begonia, 32e 
- Double Tuberous Rooted 








Double Flowering 
Beg. Westport Beauty 
A sensational easily grown Be- 
gonia with double flowers like 
_balls_of pink tissue paper. 45c¢ 
ea., 3 for $1.15. Larger plants 
75c each. 
Beefsteak Begonia 
(Feastil)—Spreading habit, circular 
leaves of heavy texture, red beneath, 
above a_ glossy olive-green, oil-like 
cast. Dainty coral-red flowers. 29e ea., 
2 for 54e, larger plants, 60c each. 
New Hardy Pink Violet, 33c 
New Hardy 
4 Begonia Indian Maid 
Pink Violet The 80! new Begonia of the semper- 
florens family. Bushy growth, deep ma- 
Lee atte cdcced ona roon foliage and rose-red flowers. Similar 
flowers are bright rose pink See eee yee eee eee in growth. 
and exceedingly fragrant. This 
new Violet will grow in the 
New Piggy-Back Plant, 290 open sun and blooms through- Begonia Alba Perfecta 
out the years—really an ever- ; ging : 
blooming variety. Makes a fine Foliage is similar to the variety Rubra, 
- lance shaped leaves, light green. Flowers 
New E iggy-Back plant for the Rock Garden.} ose colored. Strong growing; an old fa- 
Blooming size plants. Price 33c vorite. 2c ea., 3 for BG6c. 
Plant 29c ea., 3 for 86c, doz. $2.98. 
(Tolmiea Menziesii)—A native of the cool for-| BEGONIA CULTURE — Be- Begonia McBethii 

Mme. De Lesseps, 270 








sunshine, not more than a few hours a day, as in] good light but not the hot sun- | Most persistent bloomer of the Begonias. 
an east or west window. Water very freely andj shine. Soil should be rich,} Its distinctive foliage makes it an out- 
transplant as it grows bigger. Feeding with plant-] sandy, light, well drained; mix- J standing variety. 22c ea., 3 for 59c. 
- food is essential after the plant is pot-bound. Can] ture of leafmold, sharp sand; 
be planted in the ground during the summer in af] well-rotted manure. 


green foliage, carrying lighter green young plants. Fruiting Lime 24c 
Every leaf sprouts a young plant which can be , : 
planted again. Flowers rarely and is grown for (Citrus Medica). An _ excel- 
its beautiful foliage. 29c ea., 3 for 76c, doz.j lent and interesting ornamental 
$2.54. Larger plants 50c, 3 for $1.25. and fruiting plant very similar 
in growth, foliage and size of 
7 fruit to the Otaheite Orange. 
New ivy Sylvanian Beauty It’s acid fruits are prized for 
(Patented). No words can describe the beauty J making cooling drinks and for 
of this new variety. Branches profusely—grows j cookery. | yr. plants, 24c, 3 

younger leaves lighter green; all overlaying each! for $1.78. 




















all a wonderful new plant. 1 yr. Flowering Begonia 
’ aot President Carnot 27c 
A strong growing variety, of stiff, up- 
right habit; foliage large, upper side 
deep green, under side purplish-red, 
flowers beautiful coral-red. Really a 
$2.36 Begonia. 27c ea., 3 for 7ic, doz. 

Flowering Beg. Pres. Carnot, 27e 
Hardy BegoniaEvansiana| peetstesk Begonia 44¢ |po 
a 3 ; 
a 
Perfectly hardy grower, and profuse A new and valuable variety distinctly dif- Begonia Rubra 
bloomer, with beautiful foliage. Ideal} ferent from any other sort. Beautifully ar- Dark, glossy-green leaves, free- 
plant for shady places. Clusters off ranged, magnificent, crinkled, crested and flowering, one of the best for in- 
flowers of a beautiful pink color by] curled, glazed, reddish olive green foliage, } doors. Flowers scarlet-rose color, 
the hundreds. Re-establishes itself inj topped by clusters of flesh pink flowers. | pjooms constantly, 29c ea., 2 for 
the spring without being taken up.j Really the finest and most beautiful Be- | 540, 
Bulb has dormant stage in the winter. | gonia we have. 44c each, 2 for 82c. Larger 
Bulbs 21e ea., 3 for 60c. plants GOc and 75c ea. (See color plate.) Maderia Vine 20c 
errr 
One each of the popular House Begonias, Fastest growing vine obtainable; 
s s 
Special Begonia Offer: Pres. Carnot, 26c; Mme. de Lesseps, 27c;] 8 to 10 ft. in one season; large 
and Venus, 29c. Total value S4c. All three POF........ssrcersseesersecrersererersssenanenansssenennsarens 72c { leaves; not hardy. 20c, 3 for 58c. 
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