



: 4 OME of the finest aquatics will grow and bloom 
merely floating on the water surface, deriving nourishment from the air and water. 
In nature they drift to shallow water where the roots soon anchor and growth is 
very rapid. In other words, Floating Aquatics are always at home in any pool. 
AZOLLA (Azolla caroliniana). 
leaves of arborvitae. 
Small, crinkly, green plants resembling floating 
Strong sunlight turns Azolla a deep red. Per portion, 25¢. 
DUCK WEED (Lemma minor). Appears as a series of green polka dots on the 
surface. The small roots are much appreciated by goldfish. Hardy. Per 
portion, 25¢. 
SALVINIA (Salvinia braziliensis). Dainty leaves of soft green, covered with a 
velvety nap of tiny hairs. The growth forms an attractive chain of these leaves 
which are about %4 inchin diameter. Popular as an aquarium plant. Per portion, 25¢. 
WATER FERN (Ceratopteris thalictroides). Though an aquatic species of the fern 
family, the leaves greatly resemble garden lettuce. Numerous small plants 
spring from the edges of the leaves, gradually building up a floating mass of some 
size. The new plants may be detached and grow to some 6 inches in diameter 
before starting to propagate. 15¢ each; $1.50 doz. 
SHELL FLOWER or WATER LETTUCE (Pistia stratiotes). 
green velvety leaves. Grows best in a shady pool. 20¢ each; $1.75 doz. 
WATER SNOWFLAKE (Nymphoides indicum). A lily-like plant with beautiful 
green leaves which float away and re-establish themselves in shallow water to 
A rosette of fluted blue- 


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Water Lettuce, Floating Heart, Water Snowflake, 
Salvinia and Duck Weed 
COLLECTIONS —Floating Plants 
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One each of Five Varieties for a 
Small Pool 
WATER HYACINTH 
dark green leaves, the stems of which are expanded into 
pseudo bulbs, which serve as air chambers. The orchid-like 
(Eichhornia crassipes major). Shiny 
flowers of lavender form a spike like that of the true 
Hyacinth. Propagation is by means of runners at the surface, 
and the growth is so rapid that navigation is hindered in 
streams in the southern states where they grow profusely. 
It is, perhaps, fortunate that the plant is destroyed by frost. 
The long, bushy roots are excellent for receiving the spawn 
of goldfish; therefore, the Water Hyacinth may be used to 
advantage in pools of fair size. 15¢ each; $1.50 doz. 
WATER CHESTNUT (Trapa natans). A hardy annual re- 
sembling the Water Fern in form but with mottled leaves 
produce dainty white flowers, fringed like a giant snowflake. We ship well rooted 
Hane pots. Plant 2 to 3 inches below surface of water in full sun. 380¢ each; 
2.50 doz, 
and small white flowers. The large seeds are spiked 
and 
armored for protection while wintering at the bottom of the 
pond. Shipped only after June first. 
25¢ each; 5 for $1.00. 
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Mir-a-pools answer the need for 
those who desire low cost pools 
that provide complete garden 
beauty. Before your water lilies 
first bloom, you'll find Tricker’s 
Mir-a-Pool part of 
your garden. It will 
look as natural as if 
nature made it her- 
self. Mir - a - Pools 
come in two_ sizes 
and installation can 
Yet these are beautiful, permanent pools. 



be completed in less than an hour. ; : 
All Mir-a-Pools are shipped by freight or express if requested from our Ohio 
factory. Order now 
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Typical of 
the 
Ross Webb, 
Long Island, 
beautiful 
(Mir-A-Pool) 
ALL STEEL JUNIOR MIR-A-POOL 
6 ft) long, 3) tts wide, Sein deep sarees 
a oe ese $34.50 
COLLECTION MP-1 Water Lilies, Aquatic Plants, Fishes, Scavengers 
and Supplies for JUNIOR Pool: 


I -Gloriosa; Red Hardy “Waters Ttly i taccigeedttentsiieter treme $ 3.25 
1 August Koch, Blue ‘Tropical Water filye. escent 2.75 
1 Collection B-3, shallow water, floating and 
oxygenating, plants. cine acme sc cial cctaleleterstelsereretelsiniats 2.30 
(See page 16) 
1 Collection 34-A, scavengers ..........-..«. aishatencteterctcterd 1.85 
(See page 22) 
1 Collection 30-B, fancy assorted goldfish ............ 4.25 
(See page 23) 
2 Lbs. Praefecta, a special water-garden fertilizer...... aris) 
Vo. Lb. in-Nur=-Coy fish) food Mem cenc crt tars terranes .60 
ViGvIVLGaemsructerecrsicteterets ib Oreo one tev er fen or eqansielsisust sJeiel viel eters Nerepat ees $15.75 
Special Price (Does not include Mir-A-Pool) .............. $13.50 
ALL STEEL SENIOR MIR-A-POOL 
Sita long, 4 ft. ‘wide, 18 in Ceapinac icc eset eer enrne nen nee $43.25 
COLLECTION MP-2 Water Lilies, Aquatic Plants, Fishes, Scaven- 
gers and Supplies for SENIOR Pool: 
IMGloriosay Red Hardy, Water tall yee cree enon $ 3.25 
1 Judge Hitchcock, Blue Tropical Water Lily .......... 3.25 
1 Isabelle Pring, White Tropical Water Lily .......... 3.25 
1 Collection B-3, shallow water, floating and oxygen- 
ating, plarits: “a iyjcievosteciisterstecs rere cic ehapeeraete <i tre een 2.30 
(See page 16) 
1 Collection 30-E fishes and scavengers ...... SHoodocc Airs 
(See page 23) 
2 Lbs. Praefecta, a special water-garden fertilizer..... nGe 
Vet Ib. Wn-NuUreCo; ish SLOOd sn ceive ia etetereieraierereiatataben tetera .60 
VU Wino, octet iereie meter aaa rs OAS Say RO BGA Gets $19.65 
Special Price (Does not include Mir-A-Pool) ............. $16.85 
Mir-A-Pools_ is 
picture at left. Mrs. 
of Bellerose, 
stands by her 
four-month-old 
water garden, 
-.. Fine Plants 
ee The lilies arrived 
condition. 
and most carefully packed. 
A. L. Ventner 
Swarthmore, 
in excellent 
They were very fine plants 
Pennsylvania 
