DODECATHEON (Do-de-cay’-the-on) — 
Shooting Star or Love Dart 
Beautiful little native cyclamens loving shade and mois- 
ture but doing equally well in full sun if watered freely. 
*cusicki—From a little tuft of leaves slender wiry 6” stems 
hold erect a large head of dainty love-darts. Bright rose 
pink with yellow stamens. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*cusicki alba—A rare white form also having a golden 
stamen. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*media—A larger form growing 12” tall with larger flowers 
varying from pure white to lavender. July. 
25c each; 3 for 65c 
One each of the 3 sorts 70c 
DORONICUM (Dor-on’-i-kum) —Leopard-bane 
Very showy yellow daisy-like flowers, coming very early 
in the season which make them most welcome for 
cutting. Partial shade and moisture suit them best. 
Bunch of Gold (Pardalianches) — Glorious canary-yellow 
flowers on 2’ stems, blooming a little after excelsum. 
35c each 
*clusi—A lovely dwarf sort for the front border or rockery. 
25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
excelsum—Very brilliant golden yellow blooms in pro- 
fusion. 3’. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
One each of the 3 Doronicums, 70c; 3 for $1.25 
DRABA (Dray‘-ba) —Whitlow Grass 
This family would be well worth while if we grew them 
for their fine foliage alone. Dense tufts made up of 
countless tiny evergreen rosettes make it invaluable. 
During the blooming season the plant is transformed by 
a sheet of tiny bright blossoms. Full sun. 
*aeizoides—Innumerable tiny rosettes of very dark green 
combine in forming a lumpy mat several inches across. 
Immediately after the snow is gone the little mounds 
become a glittering mass of vivid yellow flowers. A most 
intriguing plant. 1”. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*fladnizensis—A fine sort from the Arctic with white flow- 
ers in May. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
’ DRYAS (Dry’-as)—Mountain Avens 
Beautiful prostrate evergreen shrubs having neat oak- 
like leaves, green above and white underneath. Should 
have a place in the sun with reasonable moisture. 
*octopetala—Large anemone-like solitary white flowers dur- 
ing early summer. 50c each 
*sundermanni—Similar in habit but a little stronger grow- 
ing, having a preference for some shade. Very orna- 
mental seed clusters. 35c each 
DELPHINIUM (Del-fin’-i-um) —Larkspur 
Nothing surpasses the Delphinium for usefulness in the 
border. If stalks are cut clear to the ground before 
going to seed they will continue to bloom all season. 
Plant in full sun and fertilize heavily for best results. 
Bellamosa—A fine deep blue unsurpassed for cutting, 
blooming all season. 25c each; 3 for 65c 
Mixed Seedlings—We have a fine lot of plants grown from 
seed of our own fine collection of named varieties which 
will make a wonderful showing the first season. 
25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.50 
*Chinensis—A dwarf sort having almost fern-like leaves and 
innumerable dainty flowers all season if kept cut. Ex- 
cellent for bouquets and of prime value for landscaping. 
25c each; 3 for 65c 
Pacific Hybrids—We are able to offer a limited number of 
plants of the new giant Delphiniums developed on the 
Pacific Coast. These run largely to doubles of immense 
size. 50c each; 3 for $1.25; doz. $3.75 
Pacific Strain of Selected Double Whites—Absolutely the 
very finest strain of white Delphiniums developed. Very 
large pure white double flowers on strong well branched 
spikes. A few only this season. $1.00 each 
cardinale—Striking crimson flowers with long spurs, on 3’ 
branching stalks. Very rare in gardens. 
75c each; 3 for $2.00 
Zalil—Rare beauty from mountains of Afghanistan with 
flowers of pure sulphur yellow. 2% ft. 
75c each; 3 for $2.00 
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DIANTHUS (Di-an‘’-thus) —Pinks 
Charming alpines for dry sunny places in the border, 
rockery or wall, delighting in poor soil where few things ie 
will endure. 
barbatus fl. pl—The old favorite Sweet Williams all” 
dressed up in new rich shades and perfectly double 
blooms of exquisite form. Mixed colors. 
25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $1.75 
*barbatus nana, Midget Sweet Williams—This new dwarf, 
everblooming, Sweet Williams forming a neat little plant 
6” tall is the exact duplicate in miniature of the old 
favorite and lends an irresistible charm to our modern 
rockeries. The large showy heads make it one of the best 
new things for low edgings. 35c each; 3 for 95c; doz. $3.25 
*cruentus—Clustered heads of blood-red flowers. Very 
showy. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*deltoides—Beautiful prostrate plant with bright crimson 
flowers all summer. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.50 
*deltoides, Major Stearns—A shade darker than the type 
having bronzy red foliage. 25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*knappi—Dainty slender stems and clusters of clear yellow 
flowers. The only yellow Dianthus. 25c each; 3 for 65c 
*Little Joe—Large single deep crimson flowers on 6” stems. 
A compact little gem with excellent foliage. (See color 
cut inside back cover.) 50c each 
*plumarius nanus—Splendid dwarf compact type in doubles 
and singles mixed in cheerful shades. 25c each; 3 for 65c 
*plumarius semper florens—An everblooming form of the 
beloved old spicy scented garden pink. 
25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*Madam Butterfly—Beautifully fringed flowers as large as 
3” across in many bright shades. Mixed only. 
25c each; 3 for 65c 
*neglectus—Brilliant blossoms of cherry rose with buff 
reverse on 4” stems arising from grassy little tufts. 
Very choice. 35c each; 3 for 95c 
*plumarius, Highland Queen—Very large bright crimson. 
25c each; 3 for 65c 
*Rose Cushion—The finest foliaged Dianthus grown, form- 
ing very compact close mats of rich blue-green. The 
leaves are so fine and thick as to remind one of woven 
fabric. Above this fine cushion come many bright pink 
flowers on 2” stems. The best rock pink grown. 
35c each; 3 for 95c 
Spring Beauty—Double carnation-like blooms of giant pro- 
portions. Beautiful mixed shades. 
25c each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*subcaulis—A very ornamental alpine with dainty sprays 
of pink flowers. 25c¢ each; 3 for 65c; doz. $2.25 
*superbus, Loveliness—New finely fringed flowers of deli- 
cate rosy-mauve, extremely fragrant. Truly well named. 
35c each; 3 for 95c 
*White Reserve—A glorious new double pure white, bloom- 
ing continuously. 35c each; 3 for 95c; doz. $3.25 
One each of the 17 Dianthus $4.25 
DICTAMNUS (Dic-tam’-nus) —Gas Plant 
An interesting perennial that, when once established, 
will last a life-time. Handsome ash-like leaves of de- 
lightful fragrance and lovely flowers which form a gas 
that may be ignited on hot evenings without aamage to 
the plant. Should have a sunny, well drained position. 
fraxinella caucasicus—Forms an attractive bush 214’ tall 
having spikes of rosy pink flowers with deeper veinings 
during July. One may expect a life-time of pleasure from 
this plant. 35c each; 3 for $1.00 
fraxinella alba—A splendid pure white form. 
35c each; 3 for $1.00 
DAPHNE (Daf’-ne) —Garlandflower 
Shrubby little evergreens for full sun or partial shade 
in rich well drained soil. Although a true shrub, usually 
grown in the perennial border or rockery because of 
its compact habit. 
*cneorum—Crowded heads of bright rose flowers in spring 
and fall having a delightful carnation fragrance. One 
of the choicest plants in cultivation. 10”. 
2 yr. 50c; 3 yr. 75c; 4 yr. $1.00 

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