LINUM 
Flax. Best in groups, setting the plants 8 inches apart in sandy or well-drained, light soil, in the sun. 
Perenne, Blue. Pkt. 10c; Yoz. 25c 
Pale blue, round flowers through summer, on slender, graceful steins above feathery foliage. Height 114 feet. 
LOBELIA 
This is ideal for a partially shaded, moist Jocation where the soil contains a Jot of humus. 
Cardinalis. ; : } Pkt. 20c; ;:0z. 60c; Moz. $1.80 
Cardinal Flower. Fiery cardinal-red flower spikes in July and August on 214-foot plants, in half or full shade. 
LUPINUS 
Lupine. Beautiful, stately perennials with bold spikes of pea-shaped flowers in May and June. They 
like a warm, sheltered position in well-drained, light or medium, slightly acid soil. Space plants 10 
inches apart. Avoid lime but water thoroughly in dry weather. For other varieties see Annual List. 
Russell, Mixed. Pkt. 20c; goz. 50c; 14oz. 90c 
Enormous, well-rounded, symmetrical, 3-foot spikes, closely set from top to bottom with individual florets an inch 
across. The 4-foot plants have attractive foliage. In extraordinary color combinations. 
MYOSOTIS 
Forget-me-not. Dainty, freely produced flowers delightful for edgings, under tulips or shrubs. 
Palustris thrives in moist shade; the Alpestris varieties do well in sun. Sow the seed in July or August 
and transplant to coldframes or with protection over winter to have bloom in May. 
Alpestris, Victoria. ‘ Each, pkt. 20c; ;40z. 60c; Moz. $1.80 
This ts the attractive compact variety which produces the dwarf, rounded, 8-inch plants so desirable for margins of 
borders and for pot culture. It is a biennial variety and is always in great demand as a basket plant in the spring. 
Blue Ball (deep blue), and Pale Blue. 
Palustris. Pkt. 15c; j;0z. 45c; Woz. $1.35 
These are the true perennials, with small, pale blue flowers in May and June, on plants 10 inches high. 
- PHYSOSTEGIA 
False Dragonhead. When spaced 12 inches apart they thrive in ordinary soil in sunny borders. 
Virginica. : Pkt. 15c; j,0z. 65c; Yoz. $1.95 
Large dense, 3-foot bushes with terminal spikes of delicate lilac-pink tubular flowers, from July to September. 
PLATYCODON 
Chinese Bellflower. These thrive in a well-drained, sunny border, but do best if the border is slightly 
elevated. Set the silvery-foliaged plants 8 inches apart and disturb as little as possible. 
Grandiflora, Blue. Pkt. 20c; y50z. 60c; Moz. $1.70 
Deep blue, 3-inch bell-flowers with pointed recurved petals, in June and July on 20-inch stems. Height 2 feet. 
POPPY 
Papaver. Of great value in the garden, these make a gorgeous display of rich brilliance which noth- 
ing can equal. Whether planted singly or in masses, their intense color makes them conspicuous in 
any position. Grow the seedlings in pots, as they resent transplanting. If the flowers are cut when 
in bud they will keep in water for several days. For others see Annual List. 
ORIENTAL POPPIES . 
These wonderful flowers far surpass in splendor of bloom all other Poppies. Nothing can approach them as garden 
accents in the flower border in May and June. They do best planted 12 inches apart in deep rich loam, and should 
be mulched in the fall with dry litter to prevent crown rot. Height 2 to 3 feet. 
Beauty of Livermere. Mees Pkt. 25c; y;0z. 65c; Woz. $1.95 
An elegant, vigorous variety, 3 feet tall, with extra-large blooms of a striking dark oxblood-red color. 
Brilliant. , Pkt. 25c; j50z. 65c; Moz. $1.95 
The vivid fiery red flowers are often 6 inches in diameter, and freely produced on long-stemmed 3-foot plants. 
Mrs. Perry. _ Pkt. 25c; ygoz. 80c; Yoz. $2.40 
Magnificent blooms of enormous size and bold habit. The color of the silky, crinkled petals 1s salmon-rose. 
Scarlet. Pkt. 25c; ~g0z. 65c; Moz. $1.95 
Well-known brilliant orange-scarlet of outstanding beauty. The attractive 3-foot plants have rich green foliage. 
Orientale, Mixed. Pkt. 20c; 7#50z. 60c; oz. $1.80 
Made up from seed saved from a great variety of extra-fine named sorts. Excellent for colorful display beds. 
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Linum perenne, Blue 


corey ee 
paises 
Russell Lupines 



Platycodon 
grandiflora, Blue 
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Physostegia virginica 
