THESE BLOOM WITH PEONIES 
(a) ParnteD Datsy (Chrysanthemum coccineum). Blooms in late 
spring. Medium height. Bright showy flowers in colors rang- 
ing from deep rich crimson to light pink and white. As cut flowers 
they will last as long as two weeks. Grow in neat compact tufts 
with finely cut foliage. If cut down in midsummer, will spring up 
again and bloom profusely in the fall. They grow nicely even 
in partial shade, but they require good drainage. Plant 12 inches 
apart. Hardy in all zones. Shipped Prepaid. 
91 GB 2385—Rosinson Rep. Rich deep red flowers 
91 GB 2386—Stne.e Hysrrps. Large flowers in several colors. 
$1 GB 2387—Semi-Dous.e Hysrips. Various colors. Our choice. 
PRICES OF ABOVE ParnTep Daisies. State Cat. No... i earns ATOR TO: 
91 G B2388—Paintep Daisy GARDEN. Shipped Prepaid. All 3 for 95c 
(0) Poppy. (Papaver orientale.) Bloom in late spring and 
early summer. Medium tall-growing. One of the most 
brilliantly colored blooms of all spring flowers. Outstanding in the 
garden. Huge blossoms with tall graceful stems. Plant 12 to 18 in. 
apart in deep, rich, well-drained soil. These hardy plants are 
easy to grow. Need winter protection in zones 5 through 9. See 
Zone Map Page 73. May be planted in spring or fall. Thrives in all 
Zones. Shipped Prepaid. 
91 GB 2809—PuHENOMENAL. One of the largest Poppy blooms. 
Rich satiny pink blossoms, sturdy tall stems. A very beautiful 
VIER ET QI CHON “treat utp state a sern tie mkens ies Each 80c; 3 for $2.25 
91 GB 2800—Henrr Cayeux. Lavender colored Poppy with a 
tint of old rose, softly shading into Burgundy. A delicate addi- 
tion to any garden. Prepaid.............. Each 70c; 83 for $1.90 
(0) 91 GB 2805—Wunrrtempencia. Large, beautiful rose-red Poppy. 
Very striking, brightly colored flower that stands out in the 
spring garden, Prepaidie ete ih nae Each 70c; 8 for $1.90 
91 GB 2821—Poppy Garpen. Includes one each of 3 varieties 
listed above. Will give you an array of color from soft pink to 
brilliant red. Shipped Prepaid... saa atailg  satiognacn spe baes ee All 3 for $1.85 
Sweet Witiiam (Dianthus barbatus). Blooms late spring. 
Grows to medium-low height. A vivid splash of colors ranging 
from purest white to dark red. One-inch florets in four-to-six inch 
clusters so that each bloom is like a solid bouquet. Very fragrant. 
They are good for cutting, and for the rock garden, borders or 
edging. Gray-green narrow-leafed foliage. Easy to grow in any 
well drained soil. They should be divided often. Plant 12 in. cpart 
in full sun. Very hardy in all zones. Shipped Prepaid. 
91 GB 2342—Catico. Shades of red and pink with a white eye. 
91 GB 2338—Scarier Beaury. Brilliant scarlet clusters. 
91 GB 2343—-Purpie Beauty. Dense tufts of purple bloom. 
PRICES OF ABOVE SWEET WILLIAM. State Cat. No. Prepaid. 2 for 70c 
91\GB 2316—Sweer Witi1am Garpen. 1 each of above Sie .90c 
INTERESTING PLANTS FOR EVERY GARDEN 
ArTEMESIA. (Artemesia albula.) Silver King variety. Medium 
tall, Often called the Ghost Plant because of its silvery gray 
lelicate leaves and frosty branches. Makes a good filler for per- 
ennial garden backgrounds. Stays the same color all summer. 
May be dried for winter bouquets. Hardy in all zones. Does best 
in sunny location. Grows in ordinary soil. Plant 12 to 24 in. apart. 
91GB 2303-—-Shipped Prepaid.) o.oo. s..2 oe 2 for 70c 
Cutnese Lantern. (Physalis alkekengi francheti.) Medium height. 
Blazing orange and scarlet pods like little Chinese lanterns on 
graceful tall stems in late summer. If placed in a vase without 
water, they will dry in the position they are placed and make a 
long lasting bouquet. Plant in any ordinary soil, 2 to 3 ft. apart in 
groups by themselves. Hardy in all Zones. (Not Pictured). 
91 GB 2307—Shipped Prepaid... -.2....-...:........ «..2 tor 60c 
SHIPPING INFORMATION 
Perennials may be planted in spring or fall. Plants are shipped to 
you at proper planting time for your locality. For zone information 
see Pages 72 and 73. We do not ship Nursery Stock, Plant or Bulb 
orders C.O.D. Neither do we accept orders for their shipment to 
Alaska, Canada or points outside the Continental United States. 
For more complete shipping information and for Wards Nursery 
Stock Warranty, see Page 74. All Plants Shipped Prepaid. 
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THESE BLOOM WITH PHLOX AND DAY LILIES 
AGeEratTumM (Eupatorium coelestinium). Blooms in late summer. 
Medium-low height: Sparkling azure blue. Makes a fine 
clump with myriads of small fluffy flowers. Adds a dainty touch 
to borders and bouquets. Easy to grow in almost any soil, in full 
sun or part shade. Plant 12 inches apart. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GB 2302—Shipped Prepaid ........0.2020csee0e 1s 2 for 70c 
SHasta Daisies (Chrysanthemum maximum.) Medium 
height. Bloom early summer on long cutting stems that 
make them ideal for bouquets. They do best in deep rich soil 
and in a sunny position. Plant 1 ft. apart in spring or fall. Thrive 
in all Zones. Need winter protection in Zones 7 through 9. 
(H) 91 GB 2314—Giant Axasxa. Especially large. Dozens of pure 
white single flowers. Yellow center. Prepaid. Each 33c; 3 for 90c 
(J) 91 GB 2384—Manrcont. Large, shaggy snow-white petals. 
Golden yellow centers. Prepaid.......... Each 40c; 3 for $1.10 
(K) VeRONICA—CRATER LAKE BLUE. Speedwell (Veronica mari- 
tima). Blooms from early summer until fall. Grows to medium 
height. Half its height is covered with rich deep blue bloom. 
Blooms in abundance. One of the best perennial plants. Their 
graceful form and beautiful coloring make a dainty addition to 
bouquets. Will withstand hot dry weather. Grows almost any- 
where. Hardy in all zones. Plant 12 in. apart. 
91 GB 2337— Shipped Prepaid... :....2.:..¢..26e5ec.. 2 for 70c 
VesPER Irts (Iris dichotoma). Blooms all summer long after all 
other Iris. Medium height. Fragrant creamy flowers shading 
to violet purple markings. One plant will produce from six to ten 
blooms with as many as four to six blooms opening at one time. 
Thrive in hot dry sunny places or in cool damp spots. Divide 
every few years. Plant 10 inches apart. Hardy zones 1-8. 
91GB '2344— Shipped Prepdide... a. ¢s2s ot ee 2 for 50c 
THESE PROVIDE LONG PERIODS OF BLOOM 
(w) AcHILLEA (Achillea ptarmica). Blooms early summer through 
fall. Compact cushiony, flower heads like clusters of pompon 
chrysanthemums. Good as cut flowers and make showy border 
plants. The hottest sun won't slow it down. So abundant that you 
can pick flowers every day. Grow in any good soil, Eut do best 
in rich well-watered soil in full sun. Divide plants every spring. 
Plant 18 in. apart. Hardy in all zones. 
(M) 91 GB 2301—Tue Peart. (Achillea ptarmica). Pure white 
clusters of bloom. Medium low growing with toothed foliage. 
91 GB 2305—Pinx AcHILLEA. (Achillea millefolium roseum). Dense 
clusters varying from deep rose to pcle pink. Fern-like foliage 
is pleasantly fragrant. A spreading plant with stiff branching 
stems. Somewhat taller than ‘’The Pearl’? above. 
PRICES OF ABOVE ACHILLEA. State Cat. No. Prepaid... ..2 for 66c 
(n) BALLOON FLoweERr (Platycodon grandiflorum). Blooms all sum- 
mer and early fall. Grows to medium height. Twenty to farty 
bell-shaped flowers burst into bloom at once. Cut flowers last 
well. Make excellent neat, well shaped border plants. Thrive 
best in sandy soil, in sun or partial shade. Plant 12 in. apart. 
Hardy in all zones. Give winter protection in Zones 8 and 9, 
91 GB 2304— Shipped Prepaid... .................... 2 for 60c 
(P) GAILLARDIA (Gaillardia aristata). Blooms all summer and 
fall. Medium height. Tremendous numbers of vivid three- 
inch flowers. Valuable as cut flowers, Cut when the blooms are 
still cup-shaped. Thrives in droughts, needs little water. Plant 
12 in. apart in rich light soil and full sun. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GB 2318—Burcunpy. Deep rich reddish brown color. ~ 
91 GB 2319—Dazzaier. Tangerine-bronze color. 
91 GB 2320—Suncon. Pure rich golden yellow blooms, - 
PRICES OF ABOVE GAILLARDIA. State Cat. No. Prepaid...2 for 70c 
91 GB 2340—GartLarpia GARDEN..... 1 each of above 3 for 95c 
(R) DIANTHUS, FIREBIRD (Dianthus  latifolius atrococcineus). 
Blooms all summer until fall. Medium-low height. Brilliant 
deep crimson clusters of large flowers much like carnations. Give 
a good showing the first season and bloom lustily year after 
year. A mature plant has about 50 flowers during one season. 
Spicy fragrance. Fine for cutting. Plant 8-12 inches apart in full 
sun in a warm soil that does not get too wet. Hardy all zones, 
91 GB 2550— Shipped PRODOIM i nllcg fgk, a eee eeu ara 2 for 70c 
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