Nierembergia - Cup Flower 
1909 Purple Robe Pkt., 25c 
If you want a change from borders of Alyssum this new edging plant 
is the answer. All-America Award. A fine, violet-blue color, several 
shades deeper than “Hippomanica.” ‘Purple Robe” is a low, compact 
plant, with a spread of 8 inches. It blooms in about 15 weeks after sow- 
ing and remains in flower until frost kills it down. A grand edging 
plant for the sunny border. 6 inches. 
Nigella - Love-in-a-Mist 
1910 Miss Jekyll Dark Blue Pkt., 10c 
Fine, old-fashioned garden annual with curious double rich blue flowers, 
nestled in feathery bright green foliage. The flowers last well when cut 
and are most attractive in mixed bouquets. Height 18 inches. 
Giant Pansies 
One of the most popular flowers grown, thriving best in a cool, moist, 
but well-drained soil. Sow seeds in April and May for summer flowering: 
and in August for early flowers the following spring. Hardy annual. 
1921 Super Swiss Giant Mixture Pkt., 25c; ¥% oz., $2.25 
The flowers are enormous in size, perfectly round, stalks are robust and 
strong. The thick petals are of a rich velvety texture. They bloom early 
in the spring, continuing to flower all summer until fall. 
1920 Holmes’ Glorious Giant Mixture Pkt., 25c; ¥% oz., $2.25 
A marvelous mixture. Contains all giant types of largest flowers of 
richest and most varied colors. 
1928 Giant Ruffled Masterpiece Mixture Pkt., 20c 
veal are ruffled, giving the appearance of double flowers of many 
colors. 
Petunias 
For bedding, porch or window boxes, few flowers equal the Petunia in 
effectiveness. They are of easiest cultivation and probably give greater 
returns for the care they require than any other plant. All they ask is a 
good soil and a sunny position, and they will make a gorgeous display 
until killed by frost. Annual. 
Double Giant Ruffled 
1950 All-Double Glorious Mixed Pkt., 90c 
This new strain is produced by a skilled Petunia breeder. A special strain 
of double flowers in bright rich colors which are large, and ruffled. The 
weaker seedlings should be carefully saved as these usually produce the 
finest double flowers. 
1953 Ali Double Colossal Shades of Rose Pkt., 100 seeds, $1.00 
An outstanding all-double Petunia. The plants make a vigorous com- 
pact growth. Flowers average 4 inches across and are in beautiful ruf- 
fled shades of pink, ranging from salmon through rose-pink to deep 
rosy mauve. 
Giant Ruffled Fringed Petunias 
1960 Holmes’ Superfine Ruffled Mixed Pkt., 25c 
The most gorgeous strain in Dwarf Ruffled Petunias. Over a period of 
years, they have proved to be a superior strain. They have immense 
flowers. It includes the showy blotched sorts and odd colors. They 
are heavily veined with long deep throats, and are deeply ruffled. 
1962 Dwarf Giants of California Mixture Pkt., 25c 
A low, compact plant with mammoth flowers, in a wide range of bright 
and blotched colors. 
1988 Dwarf Ruffled Mixed Pk ise¢ 
A typical Martha Washington. The blooms are about 4 inches across, 
well ruffled, with open throats. A remarkable blend of striking colors 
to include many gay combinations. Exquisite coloring. 
Dwarf Single Bedding Petunias 
Most popular and valuable for bedding and edging; dwarf and free flow- 
ering. Height 1 foot. 
1964 Bright Eyes _Pkt., 25¢ 
All-America Winner. Soft, light rose-pink flowers with white throat 
completely cover the dwarf, compact plants. Height 7 to 9 inches. 
THE HOLMES SEED COMPANY, CANTON, OHIO 
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Holmes’ Glorious Giant Pansy 

Holmes’ Giant Double Petunia 

Petunia, Holmes’ Superfine Ruffled 
