HARDY FERNS 
ADIANTUM pedatum (Maidenbair-Fern). Spread- 
ing, dainty foliage on 12 to 16-inch wiry black 
stems. Grows In moist shade. 
ASPLENIUM platyneuron (Ebony Spleenwort). Dwarf; 
evergreen foliage. Narrow leaves on 6 to 8-inch 
teen: Very desirable for rock-gardens in partial 
shade. 
ATHYRIUM Filix-femina (Lady-Fern).. A very 
showy Fern of vigorous growth. Height 2 to 3 
feet. Grows in shade. 
Thelypteroides (Silvery Spleenwort). Silvery when 
young; dull green in color when fully grown. Grows 
in moist shade. 12 to 16 inches in height. 
BOTRYCHIUM virginianum (Rattlesnake-Fern). 
The triangular fronds are deeply cut and spread 
out horizontally above the thick 10 to 12-inch 
stems. Grows in moist shade. 
DENNSTAEDTIA punctilobula ( Hay-scented-Fern). 
Pale green fronds of thin texture. Finely cut 
foliage. Semi-shady location. 12 to 16 inches tall. 
DRYOPTERIS cristata (Crested Wood-Fern). Erect 
slender fronds. Height 12 to 16 inches. Grows in 
moist shade. 
Linnzana (Oak-Fern). Grows about 12 inches tall. 
Has broad leaves on slender stems. Grows in moist 
shade. 
Spinulosum (Toothed Wood-Fern). Evergreen. 
Height 16 to 24 inches. Grows in a moist soil in 
partial or full shade. Very ornamental. 
Theliypteris (Marsb-Fern). Vall dark green fronds 
that range nearly 3 feet in height. Grows best in 
marshes in semi-shade or sun. 
ONOCLEA sensibilis (Sensitive-Fern). Fronds are 
broad, with coarsely cut leaves. Height about 16 
inches. Grows in moist shade. 
OSMUNDA cinnamomea (Cinnamon-Fern). Strong, 
vigorous grower, attaining a height of 2 to 4 feet, 
depending upon soil and moisture. Does well in 
varied locations but prefers moisture in full shade. 
Claytoniana (Interrupted-Fern). A tall species at- 
taining a height of 3 to 4 feet. Foliage is light green 
and very pretty. The brown leaves of some fronds 
bear the seed spores. Grows in shade. 
Regalis (Royal-Fern). Large luxuriant fronds that 
grow 2 to 4 feet tall. Green leaves touched with 
maroon make it very attractive. Grows in shade. 
POLYPODIUM vulgare (Common Polypody). A fine 
little gem for the rockery. Foliage is dark green 
and leathery, staying green through winter. Height 
6 to 8 inches. 
POLYSTICHUM acrostichoides (Christmas-Fern). 
An evergreen Fern with dark green, leathery fronds 
12 to 18 inches tall that appear each spring and re- 
main green all summer and winter. Very valuable 
Saige and semi-shady locations. Will also grow 
indoors. 
PTERETIS nodulosa (Ostrich-Fern). Deciduous, very 
attractive. Height 3 to 4 feet. Prefers a moist, 
shady location. 
PTERIDIUM aquilinum (Bracken). A Fern for dry 
locations, either shade or sun. Broad spreading 
fronds on erect stout stalk. Height 16 to 20 inches. 
| WOODSIA obtusa (Dwarf Woods-Fern). Root-stocks 
produce several fronds with very delicate lacy 
foliage. Pretty in rock-gardens. Easy to grow in 
light or full shade. 
WOODWARDIA virginica (Chain-Fern). Broad 
fronds with finely cut Jeaves grow 18 to 24 inches 
tall. Very pretty. Grows in shade. 

25c each; 3 for 65c; 10 for $2.00; 100 for $17.50 
HARDY WILDFLOWERS - 
GROUP | 
20c each; 3 for 50c; 10 for $1.50; 100 for $12.00 
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 triphyllum (Jack-in-the-Pulpit). The 
calla-like maroon flowers appear in April and May. 
Produces large attractive Jeaves and a large seed- 
cluster of red berries. Height 12 to 161nches. Pre- 
fers a moist, shady location. 
LOUNSBERRY GARDENS : 
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Plants listed in price groups 
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. 
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