PERENNIALS AND ROCK-PLANTS, continued 
CLEMATIS 
*Integrifolia caerulea. 1 ft. The curious 
tubular blooms of porcelain-blue appear 
in June. 
CONVOLVULUS 9 mauritanicus. See 
page 9. 
COREOPSIS (Tickseed) 
*Auriculata mana. 15 in. A dainty species 
with clusters of golden yellow flowers. 
May to September. 
tGolden Shower. 18 to 24 in. A new in- 
troduction chosen for its freedom of 
bloom throughout the summer. Delicate 
star-like brilliant yellow blossoms. Grace- 
ful foliage. 
{Perry’s Double. A double-flowermg hybrid 
of unusually large size. Very free-flower- 
ing habit. 
CORONILLA 
*Cappadocica. The glaucous foliage makes 
a compact mat; brilliant golden yellow 
flowers show in great abundance. May 
to July. 
DAHLIA, Dwarf Summer. See page 9. 
DELPHINIUM 
For the background of your perennial 
border or in a shrub planting, stately spikes 
of this top-notch perennial make a great 
show. Delphiniums are a garden ‘‘must. 
tBelladonna. 3 to 4 ft. Light blue. 
{Blackmore & Langdon Hybrids. 4 to 
5 ft. Semi-double and double blooms mm 
shades of blue, lavender, and purple. 
{Chinensis, Tom Thumb. 15 in. Dwarf 
in habit, it produces several crops of ex- 
quisite blue flowers. 
Se euasa 3 to 4 ft. Brilliant marine- 
ue. 
tNew Giant Pacific Hybrids, Mixed 
Shades. See color illustration on page 5. 
3 for $1.35. 
tNew Giant Pacific Hybrids, Named 
Series. 
Black Knight. Dark velvety purple. 
Blue Bird. Medium blue, white bee. 
Blue Jay. Dark blue. 
Cameliard. Pure lavender, white bee. 
Galahad. Clear white. 
Guinevere. Pink-lavender, white bee. 
King Arthur. Royal purple, white bee. 
Round Table. Mixed color combinations. 
‘abides Skies. Clear light blue, white 
ee. 
Nore: Above named series are grown from seed 
and cannot be guaranteéd to be absolutely true 
to color. 
3 plants of any one Named Series variety 
for $1.50; $6 per doz. 

/ Dianthus barbatus (Sweet William) 
Unless otherwise noted, all plants 45 cts. each; 3 for $1; $3.50 per doz.; six plants at the dozen rate 
* Indicates alpines or rock-plants; with few exceptions these plants are also ideal for broad masses in the foreground 
of your perennial border or for edging. { Indicates varieties which are useful for cutting. 

DIANTHUS (Fragrant Pinks) 
Reminiscent of other days when fragrant 
flowers were in vogue, the great number of 
Dianthus available today are still a source of 
color and delicious fragrance. 
*Bobby. 8 in. One of our favorite plants, 
this compact-growing gem with glaucous 
foliage produces Jarge flowers of deep pink 
with crimson centers. 
*{Bristol Purity. 1 ft. 
flowers. 
*{Little Joe. 6 in. Large crimson blooms; 
delightful companion for Bobby. 
t{Meg Gardner. 15 in. A new introduction 
bearing large white flowers with distinct 
red centers. June, July. 
*tOld Spice. Plant Patent No. 499. 1 ft. 
Double white 
\ new and choice introduction. Carna- 
tion-like salmon-pink flowers; clove- 
scented. Blooms freely in June and 
through the summer months. 3 for $1.35; 
$5 per doz. 
*Roysi Hybrids. Pink and red tones. May, 
June. 
*Tiny Rubies. The miniature plants pro- 
duce carnation-like flowers on stems 4 to 
5 inches high. In full sun the color is pink; 
with Partial shade it approaches rose. It 
is a ‘‘must”’ for your rock-garden. 
White Reserve. 16 in. Another top-notch 
white carnation. June, July. 
DIANTHUS BARBATUS 
(Sweet William) 
{Newport Pink. Lovely salmon-pink. 
{Scarlet Beauty. A _ beautiful shade of 
scarlet. 
tWhite. 
{Mixed Hybrids. Many shades. 
DICENTRA (Bleeding-Heart) 
tEximia. Finely cut foliage and the showy 
pink flowers on long stems are a delightful 
combination. 
DICTAMNUS (Gas Plant) 
Albus. A hardy plant that will grow and 
remain in the garden for many years; best 
left undisturbed as it improves with age. 
June, July. 3 for $1.20. 
Ruber. A red-flowering form of the above. 
3 for $1.20. 
DIGITALIS (Foxglove) 
tAmbigua. 214 ft. A true perennial Fox- 
glove with pleasing yellow flowers. June, 
July. 
tGiant Shirley, Mixed. Fine selection of 
mixed colors. 
DORONICUM (Leopards-Bane) 
These gleaming yellow daisy-like flowers 
are a top-notch source of color in the spring 
border and rock-garden. For best results, 
grow them in partial shade. 
tExcelsum. 2 ft. The large yellow daisies 
are particularly effective in broad masses. 
April, May. 
t{Mme. Mason. Compact in habit; noted 
for its large bloom. April, May. 
Above Doronicum sold out until Fall 1945 
EPIMEDIUM (Barrenwort) 
For the rock-garden in sun or shade, for the 
perennial border, or as a ground-cover the 
Epimediums have few equals. 
*Niveum. 10 in. Pure white blooms re- 
sembling a bishop’s hat. 3 for $1.35; $5 
per doz. 
*Mixed Varieties. 10 in. White, red, or 
yellow. The leathery bronze-green foliage 
Is attractive throughout the year. Mixed 
only, 3 for $1.35; $5 per doz. 


Funkia subcordata grandiflora 
The Ideal Plant for shade 
FUNKIA (Hosta) 
Indispensable plants for gardens, the 
Funkias grow well in sun or shade. Their 
blooms are attractive and their foliage has a 
rich and enduring quality which is especially 
decorative for ground-cover use. 
Cerulea lanceolata. One of those plants 
that require a minimum of care. The 
plants with their lush foliage are always 
nice, and the flowers are lovely during 
summer. 
Glauca. The large leaves have a pleasing 
blue-gray cast; spikes of blue flowers. 
July, August. 3 for $1.65. 
Lancifolia. 24 in. Glossy narrow foliage; 
lilac-blue flowers. August. 
Subcordata grandiflora. The old-fash- 
ioned August Lily; one of the most perma- 
nent of perennials. Makes a delightful 
shady border. 3 for $1.65; $6 per doz. 
Thomas Hogg. 2 ft. Each large dull green 
leaf has a narrow silver edging; lavender 
flowers. August, September. 3 for $1.65. 
Undulata variegata. 2 ft. A form with 
variegated foliage; blue flowers in July. 
GAILLARDIA (Blanket-Flower) 
Mr. Sherbrook. Clear yellow flowers pro- 
duced in great abundance through the 
summer and early fall. Keep the dead 
flower-heads picked off. 
New Giant Monarch Strain. Unusually 
large bloom in a variety of color. 
Ruby. A worthy red- flowering companion. 
The Imp. 10 in. Unique in this family for 
its dwarf habit and bronzy crimson 
blooms. 
GERANIUM (Cranesbill) 
tGrandiflorum. 2 ft. Large lilac-blue 
flowers with pleasing foliage. June, July. 
*Lancastriense. New. 6in. Light salmon- 
pink blooms borne frequently on 4 to 
6-inch stems. Unusually hardy; a choice 
rock-garden plant. 
GENTIANA (Gentian) 
*Acaulis Clusi. 2 to 3in. Just the thing for 
a moist shady corner in your rock-garden. 
This choice plant with its dazzling blue 
trumpet-shaped flowers is well worth hav- 
ing. April, May. 50 cts. each; 3 for $1.20. 

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