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HARDY PERENNIALS, continued 
PETASITES . Butterbur 
Japonica gigantea. Giant Butterbur. This 
most unusual plant provides very effective 
foliage for moist spots. The leaves are enor- 
mous, often as large as 4 feet in diameter. The 
flowers are inconspicuous and are of little 
consequence, for it is in the curiosity and odd- 
ness of the plant that its appeal lies. 5 ft. 
high. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.50. 
PHYSOSTEGIA 
False Dragonhead 
Perfectly hardy and very easy to grow in 
practically all locations. Physostegias are in- 
dispensable for August and September color in 
the garden and home. _ 
Rosy Spire. The showy spikes of deep rosy 
crimson blooms are fine for cutting. Blooms in 
mid-September. 31% ft. 3 for $1.35; 10 for 
$4.00. 
Virginiana alba, Dwarf. Spikes of white 
flowers on plants only 6 to 8 inches high. 
3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
Virginiana alba, Improved. Gives a grand 
display of large white spikes in August and 
September. This is a very special strain re- 
sulting from years of personal selection of seed 
by Mr. Bobbink. The bloom spikes are about 
6 inches taller than the ordinary form and all 
flowers on the spike open at the same time. 
3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
Virginiana grandiflora, Vivid. Remains dwarf 
and stays within bounds, giving a grand dis- 
play of large rose-pink spikes in August and 
September. Excellent for groups in a front 
border and for cutting. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
PLAT YCODON 
Balloon-flower 
Free-flowering plants of erect habit with 
balloon-shaped buds and star-shaped flowers. 
Very beautiful. 2 ft. June, July. 
Grandiflorum. Deep blue. Strong branching 
habit. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
Grandiflorum album. White variety of above. 
3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
PLUMBAGO . Leadwort 
Larpentz. Biue Leadwort. Deep blue flowers 
completely cover the compact plant. 6 to 12 in. 
Aug., Sept. 3 for $1.25; 10 for $3.00; 25 for 
$6.25. 
POLYGONATUM 
Multiflorum giganteum.  Strong-growing 
plant with arching stems, the upper half bear- 
ing clusters of pure white flowers resembling 
giant lily-of-the-valley. Plant in shade in 
“woodsy” soil. 2 ft. May, June. 3 for $1.35; 
10 for $4.00. 
East Rutherford, N. J. 
POLEMONIUM 
Reptans. Feathery foliage and dense masses of 
bell-like Iavender-blue flowers. 8 to 10 in. 
Apr., May. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
POTENTILLA . Cinquefoil 
Tridentata. A shrubby little plant that makes 
a good ground-cover. Leathery foliage; small 
white flowers. 1 ft. June to Aug. 3 for $1.35; 
10 for $4.00. 
Verna nana. Pure gold-colored flowers. Dwarf, 
compact. Grows best im full sun m common 
garden soil. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
PULMONARIA . Lungwort 
Angustifolia azurea. Attractive dark green 
leaves and lovely heads of deep gentian-blue, 
funnel-shaped flowers. Very fine; extra early. 
1 ft. Apr., May. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
Saccharata, Mrs. Moon. Silver and green 
spotted foliage; salmon-pink and blue flowers. 
Apr., May. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
PYRETHRUM . Painted Daisy 
Roseum. These plants include all colors from 
deep red to various shades of rose to pure 
white. 21% ft. May, June. 3 for $1.35; 10 
for $4.00. 
Roseum, James Kelway. Large, single flowers 
of vivid scarlet. 24% ft. May, June. 3 for 
$1.50; 10 for $4.50. 
Roseum, Robinson’s Hybrids. Very large 
flowers in a fine range of pmk and red. Ex- 
cellent for cutting. 3 for $1.50; 10 for $4.50. 
RUDBECKIA . Coneflower 
Laciniata. Golden Glow. A_ magnificent 
stately border plant with masses of double, 
golden yellow flowers. 6 to 8 ft. Aug., Sept. 
60 cts. each; 3 for $1.50. 
Purpurea. Purple Coneflower. Large daisy- 
like flower. June to Sept. 3 for $1.25; 10 for 
$3.50. 
White Lustre. A stately new white perennial 
for the summer border. The creamy white 
petals are accentuated by a large gold cone 
which resembles the rich coloring often found 
in old lustre pitchers. The plants average 3 feet 
in height, with sturdy stems, and are not easily 
damaged in stormy weather. 
Free flowering from late June until Sep- 
tember. This new Rudbeckia is winter-hardy 
and grows well under ordinary conditions. It 
seems to have no insect enemies. 75 cts. each; 
3 for $2.00; 12 for $7.50. 
SAGINA . Pearlwort 
Glabra. A very low-growing plant, moss-like in 
appearance. Tiny white flowers in July and 
August. Excellent to use between stepping- 
stones. 3 for $1.25; 10 for $3.00. 
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SALVIA . Sage 
Azurea grandiflora. Great Azure Sage. Blue. 
2) if, ANU. Soe; 
Nemorosa. The rare Salvia with blue flowers 
and most unusual foliage. 
Pitcheri. Blue Meadow Sage. Deep indigo- 
blue flowers produced in great profusion on 
slender stalks. 3 to 4 ft. Aug., Sept. 
Pratensis. Meadow Sage. Deep blue flowers on 
2-foot spikes. June, July. 
Pratensis alba. A white-flowered form of the 
preceding. 
All Salvias: 3 of one variety for $1.35; 
10 of one variety for $4.00 
SANTOLINA 
Incana. Lavender-cotton. Dwarf evergreen 
perennial growing about 114 feet high. Silvery 
white foliage. Small yellow flowers in July. 
Fine for edging. 3 for $1.25; 10 for $3.50. 
SCABIOSA . Pincushion-flower 
Caucasica, Isaac House Strain. Shades of 
blue and Iilac. One of the best hardy perennials 
for the border or for cutting. Best planted in 
groups of three. 2 ft. June to Sept. 3 for 
$1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
Caucasica alba. Pure white form of the above. 
2 ft. June to Sept. 3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
SEDUM . Stonecrop 
The upright varieties are useful for the border 
and make a great showing late in summer and in 
the fall. 
Spectabile. Large heads of pink flowers. A fine 
border plant and one of the best for foliage or 
flower effects. 1 ft. Aug., Sept., 3 for $1.35; 
10 for $4.00. 
Spectabile, Brilliant. A deep rosy crimson 
variation of the above. 1 ft. Aug., Sept. 
3 for $1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
Sieboldi. The miniature of Spectabile. 
$1.35; 10 for $4.00. 
3 for 
We also have eight or ten varieties of the 
low-growing Sedums in rather limited supply. 
Special list will be mailed upon request. 

SEMPERVIVUM . Houseleek 
Also called ‘‘Hen and Chickens.’ These are 
curious and interesting plants for the rock- 
garden or wall crevices. AIl of them form little 
rosettes surrounded by smaller offsets. Most of 
them produce red flowers in June and July. Our 
selection of named varieties. 3 for $1.00; 10 for 
$2.50. Special list of 10 varieties mailed upon 
request. 
