FERNS - Hardy Varieties 
The cultivation of Hardy Ferns is remarkably simple. All they want is 
a little light alluvial soil, a little loam and peat or leaf mold sufficient 
to keep the soil light and open, plenty of moisture, position varying from 
partial to deep shade. The Aspleniums and many others will grow on 
walls, chinks of rocks, etc. Many will revel in full sunshine in any border. 
Culture. A shady position is, of course, preferred, or a spot which gets 
practically no sun, will be an ideal place for a fernery. If the position 
should be a very damp one, it will be advisable to raise the surface 
about 6 inches to a foot. For a good effect plant 8 to 10 inches apart. 
Adiantum pedatum Each 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
The well known Maidenhair Fern, grows at its best on moist banks, stony 
and well shaded. It will thrive in any shaded location, even if dry, but 
will not be as tall as it will with plenty of moisture. Try it with Bleeding 
Heart under trees. 
*Aspidium acrostichoides 
Each 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
(Wood Fern.) (Polystichum.) An evergreen species with deep green, 
divided fronds. Should be planted in a shady position. 12 inches. 
Aspidium spinulosum Each 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
The most beautiful of the evergreen wood ferns, and most useful, too. 
It is picked for florists use, but it is as useful in shade, especially if 
moist, for it will make a strong clump to 30 inches high. Beautifully 
divided pinnae give a lacy effect. Easily cultivated. 
Asplenium filix-foemina 
Each 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
The Lady Fern is both our most common, and our most variable form. 
Fine and delicate, it is very attractive and if one wants a cover for 
shade, or partial sun, this is the plant 
Osmunda cinnamomea Hach 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
In wet swampy land, the Cinnamon Fern will grow six feet tall. Yet it 
thrives in dry shade, and is tall enough. A luxuriant plant, very sturdy, 
and because of the root size, able to care for itself in competition. 
Osmunda Claytoniana Each 55c. Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
Clothed with loose wool when unfolding its fronds in spring, but soon 
becoming perfectly smooth. This Fern, two to three feet high, is found 
in rather dry, shaded places, and does quite well under cultivation and 
in boxes. Plant about two feet apart if several are needed. 
FUNKIA - Hosta 
Hardy, herbaceous pererinials with handsome green or variegated foliage, 
and lily-like flowers borne on graceful spikes. The ovate, cordate, or 
lance-shaped leaves grow in tufted form. Excellent plants for growing in 
sunny or partially shady borders on the margins of water or as edgings 
to beds and walks. 
Culture. Funkias require to be grown in a rich, well-manured soil. The 
variegated kinds are best grown in partial shade. The others will suc- 
ceed in sunny borders, by the waterside, or as specimens in groups. 
Subcordata should be grown in a warm, sheltered position. Plant in fall 
or early spring, six inches apart. 
Coerulea lanceolata Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
Broad green leaves; blue flowers from July to August. 
Glauca : Each 65c, Three $1.65, Doz. $5.25, 100 $25.00 
A very fine species with large blue-gray leaves. -It develops into a stately, 
handsome foliage plant for the open border and is superb in shady places. 
May also be used in the rock garden. 
Subcordata grandiflora Each 75c, Three $2.00. Doz. $6.00, 100 $35.00 
Very large, pure white, lily-shape, fragrant flowers in August and 
September. One of the best and used very extensively as a ground 
cover for Lily beds. The foliage Provides protection to the bulbs, and 
the flowers because of their lily-like appearance blend in well with the 
taller growing Lilies. 
Thomas Hogg Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00, 100 $35.00 
A most desirable, strong growing kind. Does well in shade or sun and 
loves moisture. Its rich, large green leaves have a narrow, clear silver 
edging which greatly enhances its beauty. Lavender flowers in profusion 
in August and September. 
Variegata Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
Variegated foliage; blue flowers. Beautiful edging plant. 
Funkia, Thomas Hogg [74] 



GAILLARDIA - Blanket Flower 
We consider the Gaillardia one of the most desirable hardy plants in 
cultivation. Everyone will have noticed how grandly Gaillardias have 
thriven through droughts; they seem hardly to need water. The gay blos- 
soms are obtainable in perpetual profusion from June to November, and 
the greater the drought and scarcity of other flowers the more the 
utility of the perennial Gaillardia is demonstrated. 
Culture. A rich, but light soil is essential to grow Gaillardias success- 
fully. They cannot be depended upon to survive the winter on heavy, 
clay soils, but do splendidly on those of a light or medium character. 
Require a sunny position. Plant in fall or spring, 6 to 8 inches apart. 

General George Patton (Patent Applied For) 
Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
The flower is a brilliant dark red with a narrow, distinct golden tip on 
the flower petal. It is enormous in size yet beautifully proportioned and 
the first flowers are borne on 31/-ft. or even taller husky stems. These 
first big flowers are followed during the summer by great quantities of 
somewhat smaller flowers cn the lateral growth. The plant is a strong 
dependable grower, and is so amazingly colorful that it will attract 
attention in any garden. It is not at all unusual to grow flowers four 
and five inches in diameter. Like all Gaillardias, it must be grown in 
a warm, sunny and well drained soil. The following report was made by 
R. E. Lee, Instructor at New York State College of Agriculture, Corneil 
University, to whom a number of test plants were sent: “The plants 
are exceptional. They were not attacked by any disease, averaged 31 
feet in height and bore striking flowers of excellent color which 
measured 4 inches in diameter. Based on this year’s performance tt 
should be an excellent introduction.” 

GYPSOPHILA - Chalk-Plant; Baby’s Breath 
They are remarkable for their numerous feathery panicles of small, 
starry, white or pink flowers borne in profusion on threadlike stalks 
during early summer. The flowers are highly prized for cutting. 
Culture. Gypsophilas will succeed in any well drained and not too heavy 
soil. They are very partial to lime, and it is well to mix some lime with 
the soil before planting. A sunny position is essential. Plant all fully 
two feet apart; Repens 8 inches apart. Plant in autumn or early spring. 
Bristol Fairy Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
Bristol Fairy produces large panicles of double, white flowers, in which 
the individual blossom is quite large, and of the purest white. It also 
flowers continuously throughout the summer. A No. 1 plant* for cut 
flowers. 
Paniculata compacta Each 55c, Three $1.45, Doz. $4.50, 100 $20.00 
When in bloom in August and September it forms a symmetrical mass 
2 to 3 feet in height and as much through, of minute white flowers 
having a beautiful gauzelike appearance. 
Paniculata flora-plena Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
A light and graceful cut flower, compatible with all others, no matter 
of what shape or color; masses of minute double white flowers. Lovely 
for cutting and this is the variety best suited for drying. Its feathery 
blooms are most valuable under winter bouquets 
Repens Bodgeri Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
A dwarf double white flowering Gypsophila, reaching a height of about 
2 feet. It blooms at least two weeks earlier than any other double- 
flowering form, very desirable for the smaller garden, excellent for 
cutting. 
Repens, Rosy Veil Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
A new dwarf pink double-flowering Gypsophila. Established plants reach 
a height of 2 feet and bloom in summer and fall. They start blooming 
two weeks earlier than the tall double Gypsophila and continue later in 
the season. Fit perfectly in the small garden and are fine for cutting. 
HELIANTHUS - Perennial Sunflower 
Very showy and attractive plants for border decoration, massing in the 
wild garden or flowers for cutting. 
Culture. Ordinary soil and a sunny position will suffice to grow Heli- 
anthus. Lift, divide and replant every second or third year to keep the 
plants compact and shapely. Few plants can equal the Helianthus for 
providing a gay display of color in the autumn garden. Plant in fall or 
spring, 12 inches apart. 
Multiflorus fl.-pl. Each 65c, Three $1.65, Doz. $5.25, 100 $25.00 
Clear yellow; closely resembling a small Dahlia in shape and finish. 
4 feet high. 
Funkia Glauca. A Beautiful Plant for Shade 
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