AUBRIETIA - Purple Rock Cress 
Although strictly a rock plant, yet they are also most attractive sub- 
jects for growing in masses in, or forming edges to borders. They are 
a much used for carpeting ‘the surface of beds planted with spring 
ulbs. 
Culture. Aubrietias will thrive in any fairly good, well-drained soil. 
On heavy or damp soils they are apt to freeze out in winter. Best grown 
in masses in the rock garden, or as edgings. Plant six inches apart in 
autumn or very early spring. 
*Eyri Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
Rosy lilac; good grower, and especially fine in clumps in combination 
with bulbs; does well in light shade. It is the hardiest of the group. 
BEGONIA (Hardy) (See bulbs, page 121) 
BETONICA - Betony 
An attractive border perennial, yielding a profusion of flowers, which 
are most valuable for cutting. 
Culture. Will succeed in good, ordinary soil in a sunny border. Best 
grown in groups of three or more. Plant in autumn or spring, 8 to 10 
inches apart. 
Grandiflora Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
Close tufty foliage with bright rose-purple flowers on long stems about 
2 to 3 feet tall, produced during June, July and August. A lovely plant 
for a hot, dry place in the border. 
BLEEDING HEART (See Dicentra). 
CATANANCHE - Blue Cupidone, or Love-Plant 
A native of Southern Europe, have hoary, lance-shaped leaves, and crisp, 
chaff-like, brilliant blue flowers, resembling those of the Everlasting. Is 
an attractive plant when in flower. Flowers are useful for cutting. 
Culture. This perennial requires good, ordinary soil and a dry, well 
drained, sunny position. Plant in spring, 8 inches apart. If planted in 
fall, protect lightly during winter. 
*Caerulea Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
Heads of pretty deep blue flowers on long stems. Profuse and excellent 
cut flowers in great quantities on 18-inch stems during July, August, 
and September. A fine plant for in front of the border. 
CENTAUREA .- Perennial Bachelor Button 
Hardy perennials of easy culture and attractive appearance. Are showy * 
plants in sunny borders, and useful for cut flowers. Flowers are more or 
less thistle-like. 
Culture. All will succeed in good, ordinary soil in sunny borders. Best 
grown in groups of three, Plant in autumn or spring, 8 inches apart; 
divide and replant every third year. 
Montana Three $1.25, Doz. $4.00, 100 $20.00 
(Perennial Cornflower.) Grows 2 feet high, bearing large, violet-blue 
flowers from July to September. Showy and of easy culture, 
CERATOSTIGMA (See Plumbago Larpentae). 
CIMICIFUGA - Snakeroot 
Handsome, herbaceous perennials. They have large, palmlike leaves, 
and small flowers borne in feathery racemes. 
Culture. Grow in ordinary moist soil in colonies of six or more, in par- 
tially shaded borders or in open woods. Plant in autumn or spring, 8 to 
12 inches apart. 
Racemosa Three $1.25, Doz. $4.00, 100 $20.00 
Handsome shade-loving plant, bearing in July and August spikes of 
pure white flowers, 4 to 6 feet high; well suited for planting at the 
back of border, or for naturalizing at the edge of the woods. 
Simplex Each $1.00, Three $2.75, Doz. $8.50 
This is one of the finest, if not the finest, of fall flowering plants. Its 
flower stems are 21/4 to 3 feet high, terminated with a dense plumelike 
spike of white flowers which, when cut. last in perfection a long time. 
As a garden plant it is hard to beat but its greatest asset is that it 
grows superbly in shade. We know of no other plant quite as useful for 
that purpose. The flowers are at their best from September to middle 
October, and it’s perfectly hardy anywhere. 
Armeria 


Hardy Border Carnations 
CARNATIONS - Hardy Border 
Carnations are one of the most useful and popular flowers. Hardy Border 
Carnations have acquired, as a result of cross-breeding, the habit of 
perpetual-flowering. 
Culture. Carnations will grow in ordinary good, light, well-drained soil. 
Should the soil be very light, add plenty of decayed cow manure. Plant- 
ing should be done in early fall or spring. They should be placed 12 
inches apart; protect lightly during the winter. 
Crimson King Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00, 100 $30.00 
Here is an outstanding hardy Carnation for the garden, flowering 
throughout spring, summer, and fall, not shyly but with remarkable 
freedom. Dazzling crimson flowers on stiff, stocky stems, long enough 
for cutting. It is exceptionally hardy, growing anywhere. 
King of Black Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
Similar to the other kinds in habit; its flowers are of the deepest ma- 
roon, almost black. 
Rose Queen Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
Prolific blooming. Excellent for cutting and garden planting, this rose- 
pink Carnation is much desired. 
Scarlet and Red Shades Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
Dozens. of double and single red and scarlet flowers on long stems, 
lovely for cutting, are produced during June and July. 
White Shades Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $25.00 
The same as above but single and double white flowers. 
Mixed Shades Three $1.25, Doz. $4.00, 100 $20.00 
A riot of color and flowers in great abundance in June and July, are 
the result from just a few plants. Cut back all flower stems when 
through blooming. 
NEW ENGLISH COTTAGE CARNATIONS 
Flower All Summer and Autumn 
This is a new race of Hardy. Carnations; many types and species were 
crossed and recrossed in its development in England. The plants of the 
“Cottage Carnation’’ resemble small Yucca plants; their rugged foliage 
and growth is marvelous, and they look a picture of health at all times. 
Below zero temperatures do not bother them. The flowers grow on stout 
15-inch stems. Added to the unusual freedom of bloom is a rich Carna- 
tion fragrance not equalled by the greenhouse varieties, the flowers 
measure 2 to 21% inches in diameter. We offer four delightful varieties. 
They are grown in pots, making transplanting very easy. All are excep- 
tionally fine for cutting. 
Cynthia Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
Pure shrimp-pink without variations in tone. The petals are waxy and 
entirely smooth at the edges, a beautiful Gardenia-like flower with 
spicy fragrance. The foliage of this variety remains perfect in the 
most severe winter weather. 
Lucia Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
Deep rose-pink with salmon shadings, petals are sharply edged. The 
flowers are delightfully fragrant. This variety is a particularly free 
grower and bloomer, and is a favorite with us for cutting as well 
as for garden use. 
Lorna Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
This is a superb variety with immense disclike single salmon-tinted 
flowers which have a strong spicy fragrance. They grow in clusters 
on tall, stiff stems. Blooming heavily, it makes a fine show in the 
garden for a long period. Also are prized as cut flowers. 
Sylvia Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
The flower petals are pale rose-pink, edged silvery white. This color 
deepens to a rich deep salmon towards the base. The effect is lovely 
and delicate; very fragrant. 

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