
ANNUAL AND PERENNIAL FLOWER SEEDS 
MARIGOLD, YELLOW PYGMY 
LINUM, Crimson Flax (a) 
GRANDIFLORUM RUBRUM. An old favorite with large, rich 
crimson blooms borne profusely on plants growing 18 to 24 
inches tall. Though the flowers last only one day, new ones 
appear every morning. Pkt. 10c. 
: LOBELIA (a) 
A dainty and continuous blooming annual of compact growth, 
remarkable for its profusion of beautiful blue flowers. Unex- 
celled for edging, ribbon beds, hanging baskets or. window 
boxes. Height, about 6 inches. 
COMPACTA, CRYSTAL PALACE. Erect and very free bloom- 
ing. Best dark blue for edging. Fine for pots. Pkt. 10c. 
HYBRIDA PENDULA SAPPHIRE. A trailing annual useful in 
pots and flower boxes where it can trail over the edge and dis- 
play its beautiful deep blue, white-eyed flowers. _ Pkt. 10c. 
LUPIN, Sun Dials 
Thrive in almost any situation. Sow where they are to bloom 
in May, and as plants grow, thin out to 1 foot apart. The an- 
nual varieties bloom freely from June until September, and the 
perennials make a fine addition to the hardy border. 
RUSSELL LUPINS. Long, closely furnished spikes flower in a 
great variety of rich colors—deep yellows, oranges, reds, and 
brilliant bi-colors never seen in Lupins before. The florets are 
large with a flat fan-like back-standards, and unlike all other 
Lupins, most of the spikes retain their florets throughout the 

RUSSELL LUPINS 

GIGANTEA, 

NIEREMBERGIA, PURPLE ROBE 
DOUBLE ORANGE 
whole period of development. Awarded the Royal Horticul- 
tural Society’s Gold Medal, June, 1937. Pkt. 30c. 
HARTWEGII, ANNUAL, MIXED. 2 feet high. All shades and 
colors. Gorgeous. Pkt. 10Oc. 
MARIGOLD (a) 
Late in the season when many other growing things are past 
their prime, these plants supply an abundance of decorative 
blossoms. Their tones of orange and yellow blend well when 
the flowers are arranged loosely in bowls and vases. The bright 
green foliage is finely cut, and the stems are stout. Tall Mari- 
golds give charm to the border, while the dwarfs are valuable 
for bedding and edging plants. 
SPRY. The most profuse blooming of all Marigolds. Extremely 
dwarf and compact, their maximum height being 9 inches and 
their spread 15 inches. Flowers resemble those of the popular 
favorite ‘‘Harmony’’ in that they are composed of a pin- 
cushion crest. Center bright, clear yellow and guard petals are 
a lovely contrasting mahogany-red. Pkt. 25c. 
MINIATURE, YELLOW PYGMY. Honorable Mention. All- 
America Selections, 1940. Light lemon yellow. Lilliput French 
double type, growing only 8 inches tall and compact. Small, 
1% inches, blooms rather free. Excellent for edging and pot- 
ting. Pkt. ]Oc. 
GIGANTEA, FULL DOUBLE ORANGE. A distinct new color; 
flowers average 5 inches and over in diameter. Loosely 
formed, very full centered, with broad, heavy wavy petals 
which gracefully overlap. Color is a deep, rich, lively orange, 
one of the most admired shades found in the Sunset Giants. 
And ideal cut flower. Height, 3 feet. Pkt. 15c. 
GIGANTEA, FULL DOUBLE MIXTURE. Very showy, fragrant, 
and of exceptional size. Flowers are largest ever known in 
Marigold group, averaging 5 to 7% inches. A mixture rang- 
ing from deep orange through golden orange, deep golden 
yellow, light yellow, lemon yellow, and a delightful new shade 
of primrose. Pkt. 10c. 
FERDINAND. Saucy, sprightly, and colorful. Single flowered 
with a neat, crested center of dainty tubular florets in an 
arresting shade of golden yellow surrounded by a single row 
of broad, mahogany-red guard petals. Although the flowers 
are of medium size, they are extremely showy, and make a 
fine cut flower subject. Early blooming. Pkt. 10c. 
AFRICAN TALL DOUBLE (Tagetes erecta). Very large globular 
flowérs composed of compact tubular or quilled petals, The 
stems should be cut carefully to avoid the somewhat dis- 
agreeable odor when bruised. Height, 21/2 feet. 
ORANGE PRINCE. Rich, deep orange. Pkt. 10c. 
LEMON QUEEN. Clear lemon-yellow. Pkt. 10c. 
MIXED. Pkt. 10c. 
GUINEA GOLD (African). Carnation-like petals and unusually 
brilliant golden color makes this flower outstanding among 
Marigolds. It lacks much of the pungent odor of other Mari- 
golds. The plant blooms very freely. Height, 2 feet. Pkt. 10c. 
YELLOW SUPREME. Gold Medal, All-America Selections, 1935. 
It is a companion flower to Guinea Gold. The color is a 
delightful light lemon yellow, flowers:medium sized, loosely 
ruffled. Free-blooming, 2 feet tall. Pkt. 10c. 

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