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SPLEENWORT, NARROW-LEAVED Athryrium pycnocarpon 
An uncommon and distinctive fern. The two foot frond is light green and 
thin in texture; the leaflets undivided and wavy. 12 for $2.50; Each 25c. 
SPLEENWORT, SILVERY Athyrium thelypteroides 
A long tapering frond up to 30 inches. Resembles Lady Fern but has silvery 
fruit dots. Uncommon in our damp shaded woods. 12 for $2.50; Each 25c. 
WALKING FERN Camptosorus rhizophyllus 
Small evergreen, limestone dwelling fern. Has long arrow-shaped leaves 
that taper out into tips that bend down and take root forming a new plant. Pro- 
tect from sun and drying out. 12 for $2.50; 3 for 65c; Each 25c. 
WOODFERN, EVERGREEN Dryopteris marginalis 
Dark green leathery fronds, up to 24 inches long, evergreen and one of most 
persistent in foliage effect. Responds well in heavy shade. 100 for $12.00; 12 for 
$2.00; Each 25c. 
WOODFERN, FANCY Dryopteris spinulosa 
More delicate, finely cut fronds, up to 24 inches, of lighter green than the 
preceding. Desirable for home planting or rocky woodland paths. 100 for $12.00; 
12 for $2.00; Each 25c. 
WOODSIA, COMMON Woodsia obtusa 
Six to ten inch fronds. A graceful little fern for shaded rock clefts. 100 
for $12.00; 12 for $2.00; Each 20c. 
WOODSIA, RUSTY Woodsia ilvensis 
Four to six inch fronds somewhat roughened with scales that turn brown 
giving its name of rusty. Grows on more exposed and sunny rock ledges than 
the common woodsia. 100 for $12.00; 12 for $2.00; Each 20c. 
SPECIAL SELECTION FOR A COOL GARDEN OF FERNS FOR THAT 
: SHADED NOOK 
For those of you who love the beauty of ferns but are not sure which kinds 
to select I suggest this group as giving an interesting variety. You will find they 
will make a beauty spot along the north side of your house or other shaded place, 
either alone or combined with other native plants. Avoid regularity in planting, 
but allow from 12 to 15 or 18 inches space for each fern. The Ostrich and Inter- 
rupted Ferns grow the tallest. 
This Fern Bed includes 10 Ostrich, 10 Lady, 10 Interrupted and 6 Maidenhair 
ferns. 36 choice ferns delivered to you $5.00. One half of the above, 18 plants 
delivered for $3.00. 
SPECIAL OFFER OF LITTLE FERNS FOR SMALL SPACES 
If you have a shaded spot in your Rock Garden, or a little water fall or other 
suitable spot, perhaps this selection will be just what you want. Three each of 
Walking Fern, Bulblet Fern, Maidenhair Spleenwort and Obtuse Woodsia, 
12 in all for only $2.00. 
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THE FERNS AND FERN ALLIES OF WISCONSIN, by Tyron, Fassett, Dunlop, 
and Diemer—1940 
A profusely illustrated manual of 158 pages. All the information necessary 
for an intensive study of Wisconsin ferns as well as a ready answer to casual 
questions. A fortunate endowment has made it possible to sell at less than cost. 
Postpaid, $1.00. 
AMERICAN FERNS, by Edith Roberts and Julia Lawrence. This book is 
a handy guide for all who wish to know, grow, and landscape with American 
ferns. Nearly 70 representative ferns are discussed here, and 49 beautiful half- 
tones illustrate the book. 87 pages; glossary and index; 5 x 7% inches. $2.50. 
