HARDY WILD FLOWERS 
PLEASE NOTE: Plants are listed in price groups 
GROUP | 
15c each; 3 for 40c; 10 for $1.25; 100 for $10.00 
ANEMONE canadensis (Windflower). An attractive 
plant 12 to 16 inches in height producing pure 
white flowers in May. Grows in sun or light shade. 
Thalictroides (Rue-Anemone). Pretty woodland 
plant 6 to 8 inches high. Flowers of pure white are 
borne in clusters during April. Foliage dainty. 
AQUILEGIA canadensis (Wild Columbine). Very 
hardy plant which grows 24 to 30 inches tall. 
Flowers are red with yellow corolla, borne on many 
branching stems in late April and May. Grows 
well in sun or shade. 
ARISAEMA ttriphyllum (Jack-in-the-Pulpit). The 
calla-like maroon flowers appear in April and May. 
Produces large attractive leaves and a large seed- 
cluster of red berries. Height 12 to 16 inches. Pre- 
fers a moist, shady location. 
ASARUM canadense (Wild Ginger). Low-growing 
plant 4 to 6 inches high with round leaves on hairy 
stems. Flowers of rich maroon are borne close to 
the ground during April. Grows in shade. 
CLAYTONIA virginica (Spring Beauty). Blooms very 
early, producing dainty pink flowers in clusters. 
Leaves are blade-like. Height 4 to 6 inches. Grows 
in light shade. 
DELPHINIUM tricorne (Wild Larkspur). This plant 
grows 12 to 16 inches tall. Its dark blue, spurred 
flowers are borne on short spikes. Grows in light or 
full shade. 
DICENTRA canadensis (Squirrel-Corn). A small 
plant which does best in shade. White and pinkish 
flowers are borne on 3 to 4-inch arching stems. 
Cucullaria (Dutchmans Breeches). Light green lacy 
foliage. Flowers are white and pink with yellow 
tip, prettily arranged on 5 to 6-inch curving stems. 
Blooms in April. Grows in light or full shade. 
DODECATHEON Meadia _ (Shooting-Star). The 
leaves are produced close to the ground. Very 
pretty orchid and pink cyclamen-like flowers are 
borne in clusters on slender wiry stems 12 to 16 
inches tall. Will grow in sun or shade. 
ERYTHRONIUM albidum (Adders-Tongue). Green 
mottled leaves and white lily-shaped flowers on 6 
to 8-inch stems in April. Grows in sun or shade. 
Americanum (Troui-Lily). Green mottled leaves; 
bright yellow tlowers on 6-inch stems during April. 
Grows in shade. 
GERANIUM maculatum (Cranesbill). Attractive 
plant with Jeaves that resemble bedding gerantums. 
Large single deep pink flowers are borne on 18-inch 
stems in April and May. Grows in light shade. 
HEPATICA triloba (Liverwort). Leaves are dark 
green tinted with maroon, and remain green all 
summer and winter. New leaves appear at bloom- 
ing time, very early in the spring. Flowers are light 
pink, orchid, and blue, on 6 to 8-inch stems. Plant | 
in shade. 
MERTENSIA virginica (Bluebells). Pink and blue 
buds open into blue bell-shaped flowers. Produced 
freely in large clusters on 12 to 16-inch stems. 
Blooms in [ate April and May. Very pretty when 
grouped with tulips, planted among shrubbery, or 
naturalized in wooded areas. 
PHLOX bifida (Cleft Phlox). Blooms very early in the 
spring. The star-shaped flowers range from light 
to deepest blue and completely cover the plant 
when in full bloom. Plants grow 4 to 6 inches high. 
Grow in full sun or shade. Very pretty in rock- 
gardens. 
divaricata (Sweet William or Blue Phlox). Very fra- 
grant flowers borne in spreading clusters on 12 to 
16-inch stems. Colors range from light blue, lilac 
to darkest lavender. Very pretty planted among 
shrubbery, grouped in the border, or naturalized. 
Plant in light or full shade. 
PODOPHYLLUM peltatum (May-Apple). Large 
light green Jeaves open like an umbrella on 12 to 
16-inch stems. Creamy white flowers about two 
inches across are borne at base of leaf. Fruits are 
light green, resembling an apple in shape. Grows 
in shady places. 
POLYGONATUM biflorum (Solomons-Seal). Tall- 
growing plant 2 to 3 feet high. Leaves grow alter- 
nately, close to stems. Little bell-shaped yellow- 
ish flowers are borne under the arching stem. The 
dark blue berries make the plant quite attractive 
during summer. Grows in light or full shade. 
RANUNCULUS fascicularis (Buttercup). Deep yel- 
low flowers on 6 to 8-inch stems during April. The 
dark green leaves are quite attractive. Grows in 
moist shady locations. 
SANGUINARIA canadensis (Bloodroot). Large pure 
white flowers are produced early in spring on 6 to 
8-inch stems. Leaves unfold about the time of 
bloom and grow to be quite Jarge. They are gray- 
ish green and remain green throughout the summer. 
Grows tn light shade. 
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SMILACINA racemosa (False Spikenard). Oblong 
leaves with heavy veins on 18 to 24-inch arching 
stems. White flowers are borne in clusters on tip of 
stems, followed by clusters of red berries in summer. 
Grows in light or full shade. 
Stellata (False Solomons-Seal). Similar to the above, 
except that leaves are narrow. Flowers are larger 
but fewer in cluster; berries larger. Grows in shade. 
THALICTRUM dioicum (Meadow-Rue). Prized for 
its very fme foliage. Leaves are divided into many 
smooth-lobed, drooping leaflets. Greenish white 
flowers, followed by large blue berries during sum- 
mer and fall. Grows im shade. 
TRADESCANTIA virginiana (Spiderwort). Clusters 
of pretty blue flowers on 2-foot stems during June. 
Foliage is gray-green, in ribbon-like blades. Grows 
In sun. 
TRILLIUM erectum (Purple Trillium). Large 
broad leaves, three in a whorl, on thick 12-inch 
stems. Purplish red flower is borne at base of leaf 
stems during April. Grows in shade. 
Grandiflorum (Large White Trillium). One of the 
finest and largest of the Trilliums. Flowers are pure 
white, turning pink at close of blooming period— 
late April and May. Prefers light or full shade. 
Recurvatum (Prairie Trillium). Mottled green 
leaves are borne three in a whorl on 12 to 16-inch 
thick red stems. Flowers of velvety reddish pur- 
ple are produced at top of stem between leaves. 
Blooms in Iate April and May. Grows in shade. 
VIOLA blanda (Sweet White Violet). Light green, 
heart-shaped leaves. Large white flowers are 
borne on numerous stems during May. Height 3 to 
4 inches. Will grow in sun or shade. 
Pedata (Birds-foot Violet). Leaves are divided, re- 
sembling a bird’s foot. Large, light blue, pansy- 
like flowers in Iate April and May, on 4 to 6-inch 
stems. Blooms heavily in spring and again in the 
fall. Grows in sun or light shade. 
Pubescens (Downy Yellow Violet). Plants grow up- 
right, 6 to 8 inches high. Leaves are light green and 
somewhat heart-shaped; bright yellow flowers in 
April and May. Grows in shade. 
Rotundifolia (Roundleaf Yellow Violet). Attrac- 
tive shiny round leaves at base of plant. Pretty 
yellow flowers are borne on 2 to 4-inch stems in late 
April and May. 
GROUP Il 
25c each; 3 for 60c; 10 for $1.75; 100 for $15.00 
ACTAEA alba (White Baneberry). Very beautiful 
plant. The stalk and leaf-stems are reddish, and 
the leaves are lance-shaped and spreading. White 
flowers In racemes on the 2 to 214-foot stems, 
followed by very nice white berries. Grows in 
shade. 
Rubra (Red Baneberry). Very similiar to the White 
form; foliage and flowers much alike. Flowers are 
followed by large cluster of red berries. Grows in 
shade. 
Very de- 
sirable for its flowers during summer when blooms 
are scarce. Brilliant orange flowers are borne in 
arching racemes on 18 to 24-inch stems. Valuable 
for cutting. Will grow in full sun or light shade. 
ASTER novae-angliae (New England Aster). This 
plant is densely clothed with narrow lanceolate 
leaves. Flowers of dark lavender with yellow 
centers are borne in profusion during August and 
September on 3 to 5-foot branching stems. Grows 
in sun with moisture. 
BAPTISIA australis (Blue Indigo). Very fme peren- 
nial. Glossy, bluish green leaves; dark blue, pea- 
shaped flowers on 2 to 3-foot spikes. Blooms in 
late May or June. Grows in full sun. 
Tinctoria (Yellow Indigo). Leaves are smaller and 
lighter green in color, prettily arranged on slender 
branching stems. Flowers of pure yellow are pro- 
duced on spikes that attain a height of 2 to 2% feet. 
Grows in full sun. 
CALLA palustris (Wild Calla). This plant prefers a 
very moist or boggy location. Resembles calla- 
lily, but smaller. Grows 12 to 16 inches high. 
Blooms in early spring in full sun. 
CALTHA palustris (Marsh-Marigold). One of the 
most showy early-blooming wild flowers. Does 
best planted in small streams or where soil is very 
moist; will grow in drier soil but with less vigor. 
Flowers are rich yellow, borne in clusters on short 
stems well above the round, glossy green leaves. 
Maximum height 12 to 16 inches. Will grow in sun 
or shade. 
EUPATORIUM ageratoides (Mist-Flower). Plants 
grow 3 to 4 feet tall. Branching stems produce 
misty white flowers in clusters. Grows in shade. 
Coelestinum (Hardy Ageratum). Very desirable for 
border or woodland. Pretty misty blue flowers in 
dense heads during July and August on 18 to 24- 
inch stems. Will grow in sun or light shade. 
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EUPHORBIA corollata (Flowering Spurge). A very 
useful cut-flower used like babys-breath but 
blooming in late summer when babys-breath is 
past. Plants grow 3 to 4 feet tall, branching freely 
at top. Broad clusters of closely set white flowers 
make it very dainty. Grows in full sun. 
Cyparissias (Cypress Spurge). Very pretty plant 
with compact, dense foliage. Looks like a small cy- 
press tree. Flowers are yellow; borne on short 
spikes above the dense foliage, 12 to 16 inches high. 
May be used in rock-gardens or as a ground-cover 
in sun or shade. 
GENTIANA Andrewsi (Bottle Gentian). One of the 
hardiest of the Gentian family, growing 12 to 16 
inches high. Leaves are opposite. Flowers of deep 
blue, about 1 inch in length, are closed like buds 
that never open, giving them the appearance of a 
bottle. They are produced in a cluster at the top of 
the plant. Grows in sun or shade. 
HYDRASTIS canadensis (Goldenseal). Has large, 
compound, sharply toothed leaves. Greenish yel- 
low flowers are produced at top of plant, about 12 
to 16 inches tall. Fruit resembles a raspberry. 
Grows in full shade. 
LIATRIS scariosa (Blazing Star). Button-shaped, 
clear lavender flowers closely set on spikes that 
reach a height of 3 to 4 feet. Blooms during the 
summer, usually in August and September. A 
valuable cut-flower easy to grow. Plant in sun or 
light shade. 
LOBELIA cardinalis (Cardinal-Flower). This plant is 
usually found growing in marshy places but will 
do well in hardy borders and gardens if kept well 
watered. Velvety red flowers are produced on tall 
spikes 3 to 4 feet in height, during August and 
September. Grows in sun or shade. — 
Siphilitica (Great Blue Lobelia). Very similar to the 
preceding tn height and habit of growth. Flowers 
are rich blue, closely set on erect spikes. Will grow 
in light or full shade. 
MENTHA spicata (Spearmint). This plant is prized 
for its fragrant leaves. Short spikes of lavender 
flowers. Prefers sunny locations. 
POLEMONIUM reptans (Jacobs-Ladder). A_ fine 
plant for the rock-garden or low border. Very 
dainty foliage and light blue bell-shaped flowers are 
produced on 8 to 12-inch stems in April and May. 
Grows in sun or light shade. 
TRILLIUM cernuum (Nodding Trillium). Has large 
leaves on 12 to 16-inch stems. The white flowers 
turn downward, which gives them the appearance 
of nodding. Blooms in May. Grows in shade. 
Nivale (Snow Trillium). The miniature Trillium, 
growing about 6 inches high. Very showy white 
flowers are borne at the top of plant, just above the 
three dark green, pointed Jeaves. Blooms in early 
April. Grows in shade. 
Stylosum (Rose Trillium). Very pretty rose-colored 
flowers on 12 to 16-inch stems above the attractive 
green leaves. Blooms in April. Grows in shade. 
Undulatum (Painted Trillium). Strong plants, 12 to 
15 inches tall. Flowers are fairly large, white with 
red markings. Blooms in May. Grows in shade. 
UVULARIA grandiflora (Bellwort). Plants are very 
unusual, with each leaf growing completely around 
the stem. Light yellow flowers are produced during 
May on 16 to 18-inch stems. Grows im light or full 
shade. 
Perfoliata (Wood Merrvbells). Oblong leaves evenly 
arranged on slender stems reaching a height of 12 
to 16 inches. Drooping yellow flowers are produced 
during May. Grows in shade. 
Sessilifolia (Little Merrvbells). Dainty foliage on a 
plant 10 to 12 inches high. Bright yellow flowers in 
May. Grows im shade. 
VIOLA palmata (Palm-leaf Violet). Has dark green 
leaves, deeply cut. Deep blue flowers are borne 
freely during April and May on 4 to 6-inch stems. 
Grows in partial shade. 
Pedata bicolor (7 wo-color Birds-foot Violet). Finely 
cut, lacy leaves. Blue and purple flowers like 
miniature pansies are borne on 4 to 6-inch stems 
durmg May. Blooms again in the fall. Grows in 
sun or light shade. 
GROUP IIl 
35c each; 3 for $1.00; 10 for $2.75; 100 for $25.00 
CYPRIPEDIUM acaule (Pink Lady-slipper). Plants 
have large leaves and a strong flower-stalk 10 to 12 
inches high. ‘The large slipper is rose-pink in color. 
Blooms in May. Grows in shade. Soil should be 
acid for best results. 
Pubescens (Yellow Lady-slipper). Very vigorous 
grower attaining a height of 12 to 16 inches. Plants 
have oblong pointed Jeaves and pretty little yellow 
slippers with brown strings in May. Very striking. 
Grows in light shade. 
Spectabile (Showy Lady-slipper). he large species, 
reaching a height of 18 to 24 inches. Oblong 
leaves and downy plant stems. The large white 
slippers are flecked with crimson. Blooms in May. 
Plant in moist shade. 
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