FERNS—Continued 
BLECHNUM (LOMARIA) spicant (Deer Fern) —One of the 
best western ferns. Produces fronds of two kinds. The ever- 
green and more pcrmanent sterile fronds are pinnately 
cut to the mid-rib, taper toward each end, and recline. The 
interesting fertile (fruiting) fronds, stiff and upright, 
form a 2 to 3 foot central tuft. Very effective and a great 
favorite. 75¢c and $1.00. 
CYRTOMIUM falcatum (Ho!ly Fern) —An Asiatic species which 
is much used as a pot plant. However, it grows well out- 
doors in mild climates. The leathery fronds, once-pinnate, 
have an extremely high gloss and rich green color. 1 to 1 Y2 
ft. Useful for cutting. $1.50 and $2.00. 
POLYSTICHUM acrostichoides (Christmas Fern) —Well-known 
fern used for decorations. Firm, evergreen fronds, once- 
pinnate, with bristly-toothed segments. 2 ft. Easy and 
satisfactory.. Each 50c, three $1.40, six $2.50; large size, 
each 75c. 
aculeatum densum—Very fu'l, dense fronds, thrice-pinnate, 
and with segments much-cut, frilled, and overlapping. 
Fronds | Y2 to 2 feet long. up to 6 inches wide, and a vivid 
green. Possesses a lush richness in form and color seldom 
equalled. Probably hardy in cold climates if protected. An 
excellent houseplant if grown in cool, rather moist air. 
Pots, 90c and $1.25; field, $1.50. 
Andersonii—A rare, handsome, western fern with evergreen 
fronds to 3 feet. Twice-pinnate with conspicuous!y toothed 
segments, dark green and somewhat shiny. The fronds ar2 
proliferous (produce young plants) near their tips. Pots, 
$1.00; field, $1.25 and $1.50. 
Braunii—An eastern species of great beauty. Similar to An- 
dersonii but only 2 feet high and the divisions more blunt. 
Mature specimens are vase-shaped and most ornamental. 
75¢ and $1.00. 
Lonchitis (Mountain Holly Fern) —A rare sort which is small 
enough for the large rock garden. Narrow, once-divided 
fronds which noticeably taper from the middle towards 
the ends. The segments are bristly and richly lustrous. 1] 1/2 
to 2 ft. An excellent fern. $1.00 and $1.50. 
munitum (Giant Sword Fern)—The western counterpart of 
the Christmas Fern but much more robust. In especially 
rich, moist soils in their native habitats the clumps grow 
shoulder high. In the garden they usually reach about 3 
feet. Used for wreaths and other decorations. Hardy and 
easy. Each 75c, three $2.00, six $3.75; large size, cach 
$1.00 and $1.50. 
munitum imbricans—An uncommon variety much reduced in 
stature and more rigid. The crowded segments tend to over- 
lap. | to 1 Y% ft. Variable but we have selected the better 
forms. They are all small enough for the rock garden. $1.00 
ane pil 2> 
viviparum—A West Indian fern which is hardy in mild sec- 
tions and, with protection, in cold climates. It is used as 
a house plant and is particularly interesting because it pro- 
duces many young plants along the stems. These will grow 
when planted. The long, tapering fronds are much cut and 
lacy. 2 ft. Easy and different. Pots, 75c and $1.00. 
WOCDWARDIA Chamissoi (radicans) —(Great Chain Fern) — 
One of the largest hardy ferns cultivated. Under natural 
conditions, especially in the Redwood forests, the fronds 
attain heights of 5 to 9 feet. In the average garden they 
are usually 3 to 4 feet. Twice-pinnat2 into finely toothed 
segments. The fronds are evergreen in mild climates, 
deciduous elsewhere. A decorative and stately fern when 
grown in rich, organc soils with an abundance of moisture. 
$1.00 and $1.50; 
Please Note—Many rare and valuable Ferns are listed in ‘’Dis- 
tinctive Hardy Plants for the Collector’s Garden’’. 

AMERICAN FERN SOCIETY 
All Fern collectors and those interested in the study of 
Ferns are urged to join the American Fern Society, Inc., the 
official organ of which is the American Fern Journal, an 
illustrated quarterly. Dues, $1.50 per y2ar, including four 
issues of the Journal. Send duzs to Mrs. Elsie G. Whitney, 
Secy., 274 South Main Ave., Albany, N. Y. 


GEUM BORSCHS GOLDEN WEST 
GALAX 
GALAX *aphylla—A desirable, hardy plant for informal plant- 
ings in shade. It makes a spreading clump of heart-shaped, 
glossy, bright green leaves to 5 inches across. In Autumn 
they turn a lovely russet or bronze. Narrow, 2 foot spikes 
of small, fluffy, white flowers in Summer. Valued for its 
excellent foliage and much used as a groundcover. Light 
shade and good woodland soil composed of leafmold, peat 
moss, and sand. Set plants 6 to 8 inches apart and they 
will soon make a handsome carpet. Each 60c, three $1.60, 
six $3.00; large size, each 75c. 
GENTIANA—Gentian 
GENTIANA—The blue of the Gentians is rarely equalled by 
other plants. There are tall kinds for the border and dwarf 
sorts for the rock garden. Below are a few of the easier 
species. All like a rich soil well supplied with humus and 
moisture and some with a little lime. In the hotter and 
drier sections of the country Gentians usually need light 
shade or a north exposure. Plant the smaller types 6 to 8 
inches apart, the larger 12 to 15 inches. 
**acaulis—The solid, bright green mats thrust up enormous 
b!ue trumpets on short stems from early to mid-Spring and 
sporadically thereafter until Winter arrives. Farrer recom- 
mends deeply dug, rich loam with plenty of sun, water and 
lime. In some sections a slightly heavier soil and light 
shade are more successful. The many variable forms of 
acaulis are sometimes listed by name. Most of them are 
alike for garden purposes. We have selected the larger and 
more free-flowering types and are offering them under 
their specific name, acaulis. One of the best rock garden 
plants. 75c, $1.00 and $1.50. 
*septemfida—Of easy culture in any good garden loam and 
some peat, full sun or light shade. Heads of sapphire-blue 
flowers, somewhat variable, on 8 to 12 inch stems during 
early and mid-Summer. The leaves are dark green, small, 
and neat. A good all-around rock garden plant for Summer 
bloom. Rather generally successful where other rock gar- 
den Gentians fail. 75c, $1.00 and $1.50. 
Please Note—Other Gentians are offered in ‘/Distinctive Hardy 
Plants for the Collector’s Garden’’. 

16 SAXTON & WILSON, Growers of Distinctive Hardy Plants, Map!ewood, Ore. 
