SVE Whator 

Water Canna (Thalia Dealbata) is a glorious Hardy Pool Plant, 
splendid for corners and tall center effects. 
The following are tall growing, shallow water plants, which are best 
for corner or center decorations in pools, or can be used in clumps at 
edges of ponds or pools. Asterisks indicate depth to plant roots under 
water: (*)=water level; (**)=2 inches under water; (***)=6 inches 
under water. 
All plants listed in this column are hardy. 
WATER CANNA (***)—A very handsome and useful plant with leaves 
similar to Cannas and with tall spikes of purple flowers which later 
change to purple seeds. It is quite hardy and does well in water not over 
12 inches deep when planted in good soil. Its height of five to seven feet 
makes it well suited for corner or center decoration. (Hardy.) 
35¢ each. 2 for 50c. 
CATTAIL (***)—An old familiar plant and still a favorite for pool 
planting. Shallow water and plenty of rich soil will grow these graceful 
leaves and spikes to 5 feet in height. 
2 for 25c. 6 for 50c. 
INDIAN ARROWHEAD (***)—Very distinctive leaves shaped like an 
arrowhead held aloft on a stem from 1 to 3 feet above water. In rich 
soil and shallow water the plants thrive and are quite hardy. Spikes of 
snow-white flowers with close yellow stamens add to its attraction. 
20c each. 3 for 40c. 
PICKEREL PLANT (***)—An attractive marsh plant with frequent 
spikes of pleasing purple flowers. Plant in shallow water and it will 
grow luxuriantly and bloom all summer. Leaves are heart-shaped— 
about | to 2 feet tall. (Hardy.) 
20c each. 3 for 50c 
SWEET FLAG (***) Variegated {Acorus calamus variegata) —A 
choice hardy plant with Iris-like leaves 2 to 3 feet tall, striped green and 
ivory. Very showy when used in group planting. (Hardy.) 
20c each. 3 for 50c 
YELLOW FLAG (**) [Iris pseudacorous)—A tall swamp Iris which 
likes to grow in wet ground (but not more than 2 inches under water). 
It produces broad yellow flowers of the Japanese Iris type, and is hardy. 
20c each. 3 for 50c 
BLUE FLAG (**) (Iris versicolor)—Swamp Iris. Same as the yellow 
flag described above, except this variety has blue flowers. Plant same as 
Yellow Flag. (Hardy.) 
20c each. 3 for 50c 
NEW RED WATER IRIS—A handsome tall-growing Iris with flowers of 
d color. Hardy. — 
deep red color ar 35¢ each. 2 for 50c. 
SPIDER LILY (**) (Hymenocallis caribaea)—A native West Indian 
plant bearing clusters of fragrant white flowers with narrow curving 
petals giving the effect of a large spider. (Not hardy in Northern 
States. 
mat 35c each. 3 for $1.00. 
U. S. ROUTE 27, MT. AIRY, CINCINNATI, OHIO in 
and bog Pp Lants 
T the edges of natural bodies of water there is al- 
ways a wealth of vegetation, wherever soil and 
climate will allow plants to grow. Since our object 
in a water garden is to duplicate in miniature what 
Nature does on a grand scale, we search out her choicest 
shallow water and bog plants to use at the edges of our 
pools and ponds. 
This class of plants embraces an enormous number of 
grasses, reeds, creeping vines, tall and short leaved plants, 
floating plants, etc. We offer only selected plants care- 
fully chosen because of characteristics of beauty and 
adaptability to use in water gardens. 
The plants listed here are particular in their re- 
quirements. 
Some like only their roots wet and we have designated 
them thus (*). 
Others like two inches of water over their crowns and 
are designated thus (**). 
The third group should be planted with roots about 
six inches under water and are designated thus (***). 
In order to have success growing shallow water plants, 
use large flower pots, boxes, or a concrete ledge or 
“pockets” so placed that the water will vary from ground 
level to six inches over ground level, and plant each kind 
at its proper level. To keep them over Winter place them 
all in deep water or protect with boards, leaves, etc. 

The plants listed in this column are low-growing varieties. (Six of 
a kind at dozen rate.) 
WATER POPPY (***) (Hydrocleis nymphoides)—A dainty rooted 
plant which sends up floating leaves and bears yellow flowers similar 
to the California poppies. Plant in shallow water same as a small 
water lily. Water Poppy can also be used for inside aquariums if 
Pee in small pots, but develops better outdoors. (Not hardy in 
orthern States.) 
2 for 25c. $1.20 per dozen. 
WATER SNOWFLAKE (Nymphoides indicum) Leaves (**), Plants 
eee A floating aquatic with leaves like a small water lily. When 
etached the leaves will send down roots in shallow water and pro- 
duce a new plant. It bears dainty white flowers, an inch in diameter, 
which Las oe a giant snowflake. (May to December only.) (Not 
hardy in Northern States.) 
Whole plants, 20¢ each. 
PARROT FEATHER (***) (Myriophyllum prosperpinacoldes)]—A 
species of Myriophyllum, good for aquariums or pools. Leafage above 
and below water. In pools, plant at the edge in very shallow water, 
so its long runners will give beautiful coverage. Available April 15 
to November 15. Must be planted at once on receipt. (Hardy.) 
Furnished in bunches, 2 for 25¢. 
CREEPING WATER HYACINTH (***)—A vine of entirely different 
habit from the regular Water Hyacinth, and a steady bloomer, with 
dark purple flowers similar to the regular Water Hyacinth and with 
similar dark green glossy leaves. Available May 15 until frost. (Not 
hardy in Northern States.) 
35¢ each. 
PRIMROSE CREEPER (***) (Jussiaea repens)]—A fast growing, 
semi-submerged aquatic vine with waxy green leaves and bearing a 
profusion of bright yellow flowers. It grows well in shade or sun. 
(Hardy. ) 
20c each. 
UMBRELLA PALM (*) (Cyperus alternifolius)—This is the old 
favorite Umbrella. Plant. A well-known shallow water plant used 
mainly for pools. These are choice Greenhouse Grown Plants from 
2Y%-inch pots. Will grow very large during the Summer, but must 
come in for Winter 
20c each. 
PAPYRUS (*)—This is the ancient Egyptian Paper Plant of his- 
torical legend, from which the Egyptians first manufactured paper, 
which they called ‘‘Papyrus.’’ It is similar to Umbrella Palm, but 
grows to be much larger. (Not hardy up north.) 
25¢ each. 
