

TRITOMA - Torch Lily; Flame Flower; Red Hot Poker 
Also known under the name of Kniphofia. A very popular plant for gar- 
den decoration. They are of stately growth, have long, narrow, grassy 
leaves, and bear their drooping, tubular flowers in dense spikes on long, 
naked stems well above the foliage. They are ideal to grow in the border. 
Culture. Any good, ordinary, well drained soil and a sunny position will 
suit Tritomas. Plant in spring only, ]2 inches apart. Coming chiefly 
from South Africa, they must be protected in cold districts. 
Pfitzeri Each 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
The most prolific, giving often 5 to 10 spikes per plant. Wayside Gar- 
dens special variety. In bloom from August to October, with spikes 
3 to 4 feet high, and heads of bloom of a rich orange-scarlet. 
NEW EARLY FLOWERING HARDY TRITOMAS 
Heretofore the Red Hot Poker has been known generally as a bril- 
liant orange-red fall-flowering plant. There are species, however, 
which are early blooming and quite hardy. These have been success. 
fully crossed and recrossed so that now we can offer a collection of 
hardy early flowering kinds. In selecting the new colors, naturally 
white, ivory, and pale yellow shades were given preference because 
they were in the first place totally lacking and secondly they are the 
most desirable tints for early and midsummer gardens. Every plant 
we send out will produce numerous flowers, but not until the second 
year do they come to perfection. Highlight your garden with these 
novel flowers, and use them freely for cutting, for which they are so 
perfectly suited because the flowers are graceful, lasting exceptionally 
well in water. 
Coral Sea (Patent Pending) Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
The color of its many flowers is a superbly fine shade of pastel coral- 
red, overlaid with deep rose. A color not observed in many cultivated 
flowers. It has a richness and refinement of which you will be in- 
stantly conscious. The plants are not overly bold, but form graceful 
clumps which in June and July produce from 15 to 30 medium sized 
flower spikes which are of uniform height, about 30 inches. They are 
graceful and particularly fine for cutting. We have tested this variety 
for five years for winter hardiness, and offer it without any hesitation 
as a winter-hardy Tritoma. However, in severe climates it is well to 
give a little winter protection as one would any other plant. 
Golden Scepter Each 65c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.50 
This is an excellent companion for Tritoma Springtime, blooming at the 
same time, late June and early July. The 8 to 10 fine saffron-yellow, 
three-foot spikes create a fine mass of color in the summer border, and 
are a superb foil for tall blue delphiniums. This variety is very hardy. 
It has survived our coldest weather for several years without a trace of 
damage. It grows vigorously and when not in bloom makes a fine 
ornamental plant. 
Goldmine Each 60c, Three $1 00, Doz. $5.00 
Soft amber-tinted gold describes the color of this fine hybrid but Poorly. 
The flower spikes are about 30 inches high, 10 or more on 1 plant. 
The blooming season is over a long period throughout the summer. 
Everyone who sees a clump of Goldmine in bloom enthuses over its 
impressive beauty. Its stateliness and fine coppery color effect makes 
it one of the outstanding subjects of the garden. 
Maid of Orleans (Patent Pending) Each $1.00, Three $2.75, Doz. $8.50 
Visitors to the nursery tell us that this new Tritoma is one of the most 
o delicate yet forceful flowers they have ever seen. The rigid spikes of 
Tritoma, Goldmine blooms are about 36 to 40 inches tall, and carry long spires of palest 
empire-yellow blooms which when a day old shade through palest straw- 
yellow to ivory-white. In effect we see a white flower of great warmth 
TRADESCANTIA ~ Spiderwort and beauty. The plants are not overly large and produce from 10 to 15 
> j : : . flower spikes. A clump of these flanked b blue Delphiniu 
A native American perennial, with narrow, purple-veined leaves, and for contrast with any red Phlox or in pactlonige Phlox Cheertuless aan 
flowers consisting of three sepal-like segments and three petal-like create a stunning picture in your garden throughout July and early 
ones in dense umbels. ; bh : August. Tested for hardiness and not found wanting. 
Culture. All will thrive in ordinary soil in partially shady or sunny bor- 

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New Early Flowering 
ders. Also suitable for naturalizing in the wild garden. Good town gar- Primrose Beauty Each 65c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.50 
den plants. Plant in autumn or spring, 8 inches apart. The beautiful spotless Primrose-yellow spikes produced by this plant 
are uae rer uate ae Gs est os aes delightful color. They are 
Guitiessily shaped, and slightly arched, creating a charming effect. 
NEW TRADESCANTIA Primrose Beauty blooms in early summer. The ‘epites are cheat 30 
; i inches tall, lending a charm to the flower border few other plants can. 
Four years ago we received from the Department of Agriculture of We consider it far superior to Towers of Gold. It is perfectly hardy as 
Washington, D. C., a collection of beautiful dwarf growing Tradescantia. well as free of bloom. 
From the several varieties sent us we selected five best and most dis- 5 . 
tinct colors, and are happy to be able to offer them this year. Springtime (Plant Patent No. 318) Each 65c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.50 
They bloom from spring throughout the summer until early winter. All A fascinating new hardy Tritoma which flowers in early July. The upper 
they ask for is a small space where they may be permitted to grow. part of the flower is rich coral-red, the lower half ivory-yellow. These 
Insects do not bother them. They are permanent, requiring no par- sparkling and clear contrasting colors hold one’s attention in a pleasing 
ticular care, and at all times their foliage is very decorative. All grow manner. Springtime has been tested for hardiness for five winters 
about 12 inches high. i a Binge Sree aod has weathered these conditions without any pro- 
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Iris Pritchard : ; Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 in the. Gartes with pale Blane Delonge ku eke w 
Pure white flowers faintly tinted with violet. The beauty of the flowers flower at the same time. A well-established plant will produce as 
is much enhanced by the rich violet-blue feathery centers. This contrast many as 10 to 15 flower spikes about 3 feet tall. They are very grace- 
of colors is very lovely. ful and superb for cutting. 
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games SeeatCn a ay ae a eb et 09e, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 Vanilla 5 Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 
ich pure deep blue flowers in abundance. Not as brilliant as Purple Aeacint dingly f : : 
Dome, but a lovely shade of blue. Also slightly taller than the other hee Sere oainaly free flowering smal Tritoma, The open flowers 
kinds. Average height is about 16 inches are clear pale yellow on stems about 24 inches tall. Foliage is grass- 
d like and a fine base for the great number of flowers produced. It is not 
James C. Weguelin Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 at all unusual to count 25 or more flower spikes on a single plant. 
New beautiful variety, free-flowering with porcelain-blue flowers from At its best throughout June. Vanilla is a fine variety for garden 
June until September. A worth-while plant which does well anywhere, decoration as well as for cutting. Last but not least, it is perfectly 
Foliage decorative. eld and in most extreme cold sections will winter over with very 
peuuee eer ‘ Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 ee > ee 
attleya-mauve would describe the color of this delightful variety. Like ite Fairy Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 
all others its growth is neat and it is a prolific bloomer. A very dainty and very free flowering small THe The Pure ae 
Purple Dome Each 60c, Three $1.50, Doz. $5.00 blossoms are open and graceful on thin stems about 24 inches tall. 
Vividly brilliant purple flowers which sparkle with life in sunlight. Fine Foliage is grasslike and ornamental throughout the summer. A good 
grower and it flowers freely. Considered the most spectacular one of companion to the variety Vanilla.” In full bloom in June with 15 or 20 
fhe entire collection. Con kes on gee ports pevely soot Hower i ee garden and 
: ares exceptionally good for cutting. is perfec ar t advis ight 
A collection of 1 each of the above 5 varieties for $2.50. protection where temperatures go far below zero ° ee 
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