


ACONITE (Monkshood) 
Choice fall blooming blue flowers that are 
similar to anemones in that once they are 
established they increase in size and beauty 
through the years. Prefer moist soil. 
Fischeri—Dark blue, 2 to 3 ft.; September- 
October bloom. 
Sparksii—Bright blue, 4 to 5 ft.; July-August 
bloom. 45c each; 3 for $1.15; Doz. $3.90. 
ANCHUSA myosotidiflora (Forget-me-not 
flowered Anchusa). Here’s a plant that looks 
like a glorified forget-me-not. Grows a foot 
high, blooms in May and June, thrives in 
partial shade. Foliage good all summer. 
40c each; 3 for $1.00; Doz. $3.30. 
ANEMONE (Windflower) 
Anemone japonica is still the loveliest late fall 
flower. If given a partially shady spot and fairly 
moist soil, it becomes a permanent plant lasting 
for years if left undisturbed. 3 ft. tall. Blooms in 
September and October. 
Japonica, Kriemhilde—Semidouble very large 
rose pink. 
Japonica, Marie Marchard— Semidouble 
very large white. 
45c each; 3 for $1.15; Doz. $3.90. 
Pulsatilla (Pasque Flower)—Soft violet to 
deep purple, 9 to 12 inches tall, blooms 
in April and May. 
40c each; 3 for $1.00; Doz. $3.30. 
AQUILEGIA, Exhibition Hybrids—(Colum- 
bine). These have the longest spurs and the 
widest color range to be found in hybrid 
columbines. There are pinks, reds, lavenders, 
yellows, blues, in the mixture. Blooms in 
June; 3 ft. tall. Grow best in rather light 
soils enriched with humus. 
35c each; 3 for 90c; Doz. $3.00. 
For colored illustration, see page 56 
No garden is complete without a plant of Bleeding Heart. 
Maris Grown Perennial Plants 
HARDY — WELL ROOTED — CAREFULLY PACKED 


More perennials were planted last year than in any previous year and this year when there 
is even greater nced for relaxation from the cares of the day, even more will be planted. 
Remember these things when you look over the list which we present this year: 
1. Only the finest and newest varieties of the various perennials are offered. 
2. The plants we ship to you are very large, well rooted and hardy; not to be compared 
with so called “bargains” you may see listed. 
3. The price includes transportation prepaid to you. Six plants at half the dozen price. 
SHIPPING DIRECTIONS 
SHIPPING LIMITS—We do not ship plants west of Illinois or South of Virginia except by special 
arrangement. NO PLANTS SENT C.O.D. 
SHIPPING DATES—We start shipping perennial plants as soon as the frost is out of the ground. 
This is about April 15th. Plants will not be shipped after May 20th. If your order is received 
after that date it will be reserved for fall shipment. 
Our plants are well rooted, healthy and carefully packed. If you receive them in poor condition due to delays in 
transportation, please notify us at once. Due to many conditions over which we have no control we cannot guarantee 
to make replacements unless complaints are made at time of arrival of the shipment. 

Re : 
Forget-me-not flowered Anchusa used as on 
edging fora flagstone terrace. 
ASTER. Frikarti, Wonder of Staffa. This 
hardy single aster is one of the finest peren- 
nials of recent introduction. The single laven- 
der blue flower with yellow centers are 24% 
inches in diameter. Plants are bushy, 2 to 
21% ft. tall. Blooms June to November. 
40c each; 3 for $1.00; Doz. $3.30. 
BLEEDING HEART (Dielytra spectabilis). 
No garden is complete without its plant of 
this old favorite. Can be left undisturbed 
for years. 50c each; 3 for $1.25; Doz. $4.20. 
CANTERBURY BELLS—Cup and Saucer 
variety. These are among the showiest of the 
biennials and should be planted in clumps of 
3 or more. Colors: pink, lavender and white 
in the mixture. 35c each; 3 for 90c; Doz. $3.00. 

“Last year I got some of your white Delphinium 
seed, and this year I marvel at the beauty of these 
lovely things—so pure a white and such barge 
sptkes.”’ 
Mrs. F. P. Patronos 
Washington, Pa. 
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CANDYTUFT (lIberis, Snowflake). The 
plants of this new variety are much more 
compact than the species and the flower clus- 
ters two to three times as large. The low 
mounds of white set off by the shiny ever- 
green foliage are perfect for the front of 
flower or shrub borders. 
40c each; 3 for $1.00; Doz. $3.30. 
COREOPSIS Single—One of the showiest and 
most easily grown perennials. A mass of 
bright yellow daisies all through June. 
35c each; 3 for 90c; Doz. $3.00. 
“T would like to say a word about your Exhibi- 
tion Aquilegia. They are now blooming and I think 
every plant is an entirely different color. They are 
most gorgeous and the pride of our garden.” 
Mrs. Howard C. Heiss, Baltimore, Md. 
“The Royalty Petunias far exceeded any I have 
ever raised, and I’ve tried many different kinds. 
They started to bloom early and kept it up all 
summer and until very late into the fall, and were 
greatly admired by everyone who saw them.” 
Miss Effie L. Clemons, Marblehead, Ohio 

Anemones give a feeling of permanence fo a garden. 
