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HELIOPSIS, Summer Gold 
(Above) 
(Incomparabilis.) The giant daisy-like semi- 
double 4-in. flowers have petals of mellow gold 
with slightly deeper centers. Prolific in growth, 
Summer Gold does not run away, but the tops of a 
clump of three will cover 4 to 5 feet. Continuous 
with its wealth of bloom from June till frost. 
One of the finest of border and background per- 
ennials; magnificent in bold, massed plantings. 
As the flowers finish, those which. are not used for 
bouquets should be cut back; then new buds will 
form, to continue the bloom. Height 3 ft. 
50c each; 3 for $1.35; 6 for $2.50 

ASTER FRIKARTI 
(Above) 
Light blue-lavender, accentuated with a promi- 
nent yellow disc . . . the long-cherished “‘Won- 
der of Staefa.’’ Blooms profusely and exceptionally 
long . . . amound of light blue from early August 
till frost. Perfect for cutting; 3-in. flowers. 214 
ft. tall. Most popular because it is of simple 
culture. An excellent perennial to bring season- 
long color to your garden. Requires some winter 
protection in cold sections but you will be well 
repaid for this little extra effort. Plant Aster 
Frikarti in your garden this spring. 
55c each; 3 for $1.50; 6 for $2.75 
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LYTHRUM, Morden’s Pink 
(Above) 
Another outstanding new member of the 
Lythrum family, which comes to us from 
Canada. Generous full spikes of a 
clear lovely soft pink; has a more open 
growth than either The Beacon or Rosalie. 
Like the other two members of its 
family, Morden’s Pink is perfectly hardy 
and will thrive in wet or dry places in 
your garden where its generous profusion 
of clear pink spikes adds height and 
interest to the landscape. 
The lovely clear pink blends well with 
all other colors in your garden and is 
© particularly useful because it is at its 
rer peak in July and August. 
Effective 
in large masses or in smaller groups in 
the borders. Should be used generously. 
65c each; 3 for $1.75; 6 for $3.25 

LYTHRUM,. Rosalie 
(Not illustrated) 
Spikes of Summer Bloom 
(Salicaria.) Rosalie will further in- 
crease the modern vogue for Lyth- 
rum so accelerated by our intro- 
duction of The Beacon about three 
years ago. The lovely flowers are 
a captivating art shade of rose- 
pink. A gay and completely en- 
chanting addition to your garden. 
Of wide adaptability, doing equal- 
ly well in moist, shady borders 
and in open, dry locations. The 
graceful flowers are closely set 
on tall, erect, 2-ft. spikes that 
flower right down to the ground. 
Interesting foliage. Long season— 
blooms from July till frost. Height 
2G 
65c each; 3 for $1.65; 6 for $3.25 
LYTHRUM, The Beacon 
(Left corner) 
(Salicaria.) For small borders or 
large mass planting, the long- 
lasting, clear deep ‘carmine-red 
flowers on large spikes are truly 
a beacon that adds sparkle and 
interest to the garden; side spikes 
follow almost to the ground. 
Many who have The Beacon 
in their gardens have written us 
how much attention it attracts. 
The vigorous plants do well with 
practically no care; the foliage is 
willow-like and interesting. Turns 
a brilliant red in fall. Thrives 
equally in wet semi-shade and 
open, dry sun. Continuous, July 
to frost. 31% to 4 ft. 
55¢ each; 3 for $1.50; 6 for $2.75 
VERBASCUM 
Pink Domino 
(Right) 
A lovely rose-pink, 
delightfully re 
fined form of the 
well-known, rug- 
ged yellow Mul- 
leine Upright, 
branching flower- 
spikes reach 4 fet. 
in height. One 
of the most effect- 
ive pink back 
ground plantings; 
consistent show of 
beautiful color 
during its entire 
blooming period 
of late August and 
Sept. May be used 
successfully in 
either sun or par- 
tial shade. 
65c each; 
3 for $1.65; 
6 for $3.25 


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COREOPSIS, Golden Shower 
(Above). From June until frost, 2 
single plant will produce a cascade of 
star-like golden flowers. Undaunted 
by hot weather and almost defiant of 
fall frosts, the fine 24-in. plants have 
very decorative, bright green, grassy 
foliage, finely cut. One of the most 
satisfying of all garden novelties to 
really brighten dull spots. Does well 
in difficult and dry locations. Far 
ahead of the old type Coreopsis. 
60c each; 3 for $1.60; 6 for $3.00 
