Holmes’ NOVELTIES and SPECIALTIES 
ZINNIA, Royal Purple 
2353, All-America Selections. New color in the Giant Dahlia-Flow- 
ered class, the flowers growing 5 inches across, and of a deep, rich, 
royal purple shade without any hint of blue. The heavy substance of 
the petals assures good lasting qualities, so the flowers are in high 
demand for cutting. Plants grow about 3 feet tall and are very free 
blooming. Pkt., 10c; 14 0z., 50c. 
MARIGOLD, Yellowstone 
1825. All-America Selections. Large, double, incurved Chrysanthe- 
mumvlike, clear golden yellow flowers, 2!/ inches across, on 2-ft. 
vigorous growing plants from late summer until frost. For earliest 
blooms, we suggest that seed be started early indoors and the plants 
set in the garden when soil and weather have become warm. Lovely 
companion to Goldsmith. Pkt., 15c. 
MAMMOTH ‘MUM MARIGOLD 
Honorable Mention 
1826. Great, fluffy, light sulphur-yellow blooms 3!4 in. and more 
across. 2 in. deep, flowering in 2 
months from seed so gardeners have 
"Mums" for garden and cut flowers, 
months before frost even threatens. Pro- 
fusely borne on upright plants 30 in. 
tall. Extremely long, sturdy stems. Fre- 
guently a single stalk may be cut with 
ample long-stemmed flowers for a sub- 
stantial bouquet. Outstanding in every 
Way: “Pkt.; 2c. 
SCABIOSA ZINNIA 
2395. Autumn Tints Mixed. Scabiosa- 
Flowered Zinnias are becoming increas- 
ingly popular. They make a good cut 
ower, graceful and easy to arrange. 
This strain has lovely coloring of autumn 
foliage tints. Pkt., 15c; 14 0z., 60c. 


Zinnia, Royal Purple 
ZINNIA, Crown O’ Gold 
2385. Pastel Mixture. The colors are not only dis- 
tinctly different, but very pretty. The light colors are 
overlaid with a deeper tone, giving the “two-tone” 
effect. No harsh colors, “pastel” shades. Flowers giant 
size, full double. Pkt., 15c; 46 oz., 35c; 14 oz., 65c. 
SALPIGLOSSIS - Golden Veined 
2110. Large-Flowered Mixed. Large improved 
strain. One of the easiest annuals to grow, is prized in Salpiglossis FANTASY ZINNIA 
the garden wherever grown. It is rich in deep color Chrysanthemum-Flowered—Finest Mixed 
tones with veins of gold marking every petal. Sow in 2381. Fantasy is the most fascinating Zinnia introduction in man 
full sun in fairly rich soil. Do not over-water. Will Th a: nord ; bs 
bloom until frost. 30 inches. Pkt., 10c; 14 0z., 50c; eas 16 TAB BeCaD DEALING Dowels area ole resi ne cee teres 
’ ’ > 7 ’ > quite unlike the stiff, formal Zinnia of our grandmothers’ gardens. 
oz., $1.45. tbe Mowers ‘ets of medium size, composed of a mass of shaggy petals, 
arge enough to give a splash of 
SCHIZANTHUS : Butterfly Flower ibe but eles eal edih for 
2144. Sunset Mixed. A quick-growing plant com- graceful arrangement in bou- 
pletely covered with small butterfly-like flowers in all quets. The color ranges from 
colors. Pkt., 10c; 44 0z., 55c. the brightest shades of red, yel- 
low, and orange to the soft pastel pinks and creams. 
This is an exquisite Zinnia. Pkt., 10c; 14 0z., 50c. 
PORTULACA - Moss Rose 
2017. Grows in hot dry locations. Double Portulaca 
enjoys poor soil and dry season. This annual makes 
a wonderful show for borders or rockery. Sow when 
ground is warm. Bloom all summer with most bril- 
liant colors. Easily transplanted. 6 inches. Pkt., 10c; 
16 02z.,-95c; 14 oz., $1.60; 0z., $4.75. 
MORNING GLORY, Giant Cornell 
1724. Here is a very tall, rapid-growing, early flowering, in- 
tense carnelian-red with white border Morning Glory. Reproducing 
the colors of Cornell University. As large as Heavenly Blue. The 
vines are a mass of color from early summer. Pkt., 15c; 1/4 oz., 
60c. 

2300 GRANDMA‘S OLD-FASHIONED 
FLOWER GARDEN 
This is a well-balanced mixture of hardy annuals, suitable 
for planting in odd corners or vacant lots. Will give a con- 
tinuous succession of cut flowers, beautiful and fragrant, from 
early summer to late fall. Pkt., 10c; 0z., 25c; 4 Ib., 80c; 
Ib., $3.00. 

Schizanthus 

Portulaca 
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