SOLDANELLA “alpina—A high alpine plant, requiring cool ex- 
posures and gritty, leafmold or peaty soil with moisture 
in Summer and protection from overhead wet in Winter. 
This generally induces them to flower quite happily. Be- 
long to the Primula family and form low-growing mats of 
round, leathery leaves and fringed, funnel-shaped, nodding 
bells of violet on graceful stems. Soldanellas mostly come 
from high elevations in Europe. They are similar in appear- 
ance and culture. 5 in. Rare. Pots, $1.00 and $1.50. 
*earpatica (Pyrolaefolia) —Attractive, dark green leaves with 
a rich purplish-red underside. The nodding flowers are 
lavender blue, a shade or two deeper than those of mon- 
tana. 6 in. Very rare and has, by far, the best foiiage. Pots, 
$1.00 and $1.50. 
*montana— The largest of the family, with large, lavender lilac 
flowers, shallow and very fringed. This is the easiest to 
grow and bloom. Rarely offered. Pots, $1.00 and $1.50. 
SOLIDAGO “*bellidifolia—A miniature Golden-rod from high 
mountains in Washington. Open rosettes of rich green, 
wavy-toothed leaves and dense clusters of yellow flowers 
in early and mid-Summer. Open, gritty soil in full sun. One 
of the smallest and rare. 5 in. 75c and $1.00. 
*Cutleri—Dwarf Goldenrod from the alpine districts of north- 
ern New England. Compact tufts of dark green foliage with 
racemes of bright golden-yellow blooms on 6 to 8 inch 
stems during mid-Summer. Gritty soil and sun. 50c and 
Uses 
SYNTHYRIS—Truly children of the woods and deep shade, de- 
lighting in a leafmold or peaty soil, with plenty of moisture 
during the growing and flowering period and plenty of 
shade during the dormant period, when they do not re- 
quire much water. Handsome, roundish, evergreen foliage 
and fluffy spikes of small flowers in late Winter and early 
Spring. Easily grown in the shaded rock or woodland _gar- 
den, excellent in combination with Hepaticas and similar 
plants. It is unfortunate that these Synthyris are not better 
known in the mid-West and East because they grow well 
there. We feel certain they would be widely planted and 
enjoyed. 
*missurica major—An especially fine type from the Klickitat 
Hills of Washington. Bold, shiny Izaves and pleasing 
spikes of brilliant violet blue in very early Spring. 12 in. 
very distinctive. 75c and $1.00. 
*reneformis (rotundifolia) — (Snow Queen) —A charming 
® native which takes the place of Hepaticas in our western 
forests. The plants form dense tufts of roundish, toothed, 
evergreen leaves which are purple on the underside. 3 in. 
Hundreds of spikes of flowers are produced on established 
plants from early Spring to early Summer. The flowers 
vary from soft lavender to deep blue purple and often 
have richly colored anthers. We offer a selection of the 
best color forms. This is an easy plant and excellent for 
naturalizing. Each 50c, three $1.40, six $2.50; large size, 
each 75c. 
*reneformis cordata (Sweetseri) Showy violet blue flowers 
nestled in the clumps of somewhat hairy leaves. The foliage 
takes on purple and red tints in the Winter. 4 in. A charm- 
ing little woodlander from southern Oregon. 75c¢ and 
$1.00. 
*stellata—Glossy, evergreen leaves, sharply toothed, and 9 
inch spikes of purplish-blue in profusion. From the Colum- 
bia River Gorge. 50c and 75c. 
TANAKAEA *radicans—Dainty Japanese woodlander for rich 
woodland soil in a cool corner, where it will soon tnrow out 
runners from its main tuft of leathery, rich green leaves. 
Loose fluffy spires of white like those of a miniature Spirea 
on 6 inch stems during the Summer. Mulch lightly in cold 
sections. Pots, 75c; field, $1.25. 
TRACHELIUM *rumelianum—A very rare plant from the Mace- 
donian Alps, where it grows on sheer limestone cliffs. Small, 
finely toothed, glossy leaves and 8 inch stems of narrow- 
petaled, lavender blue flowers in dense heads. Especially 
valuable because the blooms come in mid-Summer. Rather 
easy in gritty, well-drained soil in sun or light shade. 75c 
and $1.00. 
TROLLIUS *pumilus—A dwarf species with palmately cut fo- 
liage and rather open, bright yellow blooms in mid-Spring. 
6 to 8 in. A cool, shaded spot in the rock garden with a 
moist woodsy soil. A rare and distinct Globe Flower. 75c 
and $1.00. 
TROPAEOLUM “*polyphyllum (Perennial Nasturtium) — The 
brilliant Canary Creeper which has become very rare. It 
is reasonably hardy on a sunny bank in a light, well-drained 
soil. Makes a wonderful effect with its gray foliage and 
very rich golden racemes of flowers in early Summer. Plant 
the tubers at least 8 inches deep; in very cold climates we 
recommend 12 inches. Do not disturb, except when 
dormant. Early Fall delivery only. $1.50. 
*polyphyllum Leichtlinii—A beautiful form with trailing stems 
of glaucous gray foliage studded with rich orange-yellow 
flowers. Treat as the preceding. Very rare. Fall delivery. 
SIO) 
VACCINIUM *crassifolium—A fine new trailing shrub with 
> stems to 4 feet useful as a ground cover or for specimen 
planting where the graceful branches can cascade over 
rocks. Under the evergreen, elliptic leaves hang dainty 
clusters of rose pink bells, followed later by black fruit. This 
species needs an acid, sandy loam with some humus and 
either sun or light shade. It will tolerate dryness when 
established and the foliage often colors well. Pots, $1.25. 
XEROPHYLLUM tenax (Squaw Grass) —Will grow in nearly 
any soil, but prefers a well-drained slope in full sun. It is 
one of our most striking mountain plants, with its great 
clubbed plumes of creamy-white flowers rising above the 
clump of tough, grass-like foliage. Early Summer. Our 
plants are nursery grown. 3 to 5 ft. Spring delivery only. 
75c and $1.00. 

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