WAKE ROBIN FARM, HOME, PENNSYLVANIA 
Rattlesnake Fern (Botrychium virginianum). A handsome species of close rela- 
tive to the true ferns, and belonging to the Adder’s Tongue family. It has 
lacy, triangular fronds, surmounted by a tall, fruiting stalk. Requires damp 
but well drained soil in the deepest available shade, most effective in groups 
A several plants. Quite distinctive in its finely divided blade. 25c each; $2.00 
or 10. 
Rattlesnake Plantain (Goodyera pubescens). Much of the beauty of this wild 
Orchid is in its leaves, which are dark bluish green, prettily veined with white 
and clustered at the base, from which springs the flower stalk, terminating in 
a close spike of white flowers. It grows in clumps and makes a lovely ground 
cover in congenial locations. Such locations can be made anywhere to simulate 
the dense shade of deep rich woods where it is most at home. Hence, very 
good for indoor use, potted in wet moss and leaf mold. Effective in small 
clumps. 25c each; $2.00 for 10. 
Rose, Wild (Rosa). Of the myriad variants of the great Rose Family (Rosaceae), 
we dwell upon the simple Wild Rose, closely resembling, if not identical with, 
the California Wild Rose. Paradoxically it is conspicuous for its very sim- 
plicity. Like an exuberant youngster, it clambers over anything handy. Its 
golden-eyed, pinkish blossoms fill the air with a light and airy, but positive, 
fragrance. It seeks moisture, along banks of streams, in low or flat meadows, 
and around roadside ditches and fences. In addition to the simple wild rose 
we have several varieties of the wild rose that are well worth adding to gar- 
den slopes and odd corners. They are all extremely attractive 
when in bloom, with their flowers in various shades of pink. 
They extend their attraction with the red fruit which follows 
the flower, and these cling to the stems for a long time. Most 
of the roses are vigorous and hardy, blooming from June to 
October. The wild roses are offered with reserve as to quantity 
of any given kind available at any time. We simply offer “wild 
roses’ and each requirement will gladly be given special and 
affectionate attention. 85c each; $7.50 for 10. 

Rue, Tall Meadow (Thalictrum polygamum). Starry, misty, white flowers, rising 
on a stalk 3 to 5 feet high, above its favorite companions of the wet meadows. 
It makes an unusually pleasing combination with Red Bergamot. Botanically 
speaking, it is a genteel “polygamist”, with its associated staminate, pistillate 
and perfect flowers. Bees, moths and little butterflies are especially fond of 
the Tall Meadow Rue and in cross-fertilizing it, they add a fluttery charm to 
the feathery flowers. 25c each; $2.00 for 10. 
Saxifrage, Early; Virginia Saxifrage (Saxifraga virginiensis). Its very name, 
meaning “Rock-Breaker’, suggests where the Early Saxifrage likes best to 
grow, in rock crevices, giving the illusion of having split the stones apart. 
Especially suited to the rock garden, it also grows almost anywhere, in sun- 
shine or shade. Usually found in full sunshine, although it tolerates light shade 
and seems to have a preference for dry slopes. It grows from 4 to 8 inches 
tall, with small, clustered white flowers, early in the spring. 25c each; $2.00 
for 10. 
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