UARAD ALL POT PLANTS TO REACH 
GOOD GROWING CONDITION and will 
ce of charge any that do not, provided we 
within ten days from date plants reach 
greenhouse department offers you a list of 
house plants most of which we can supply throughout 
the year. Shipping dates given for individual varie- 
ties may vary a few weeks, depending on growing 
conditions, and if no dates are given we can usually 
) throughout the year. We.exercise the greatest 
ce ~ 
| packing to insure against frost and breakage 
IGESS Select HOUSE PLANTS 
in transit. House plant orders are sometimes held up 
during sub-zero winter weather, and extreme heat of 
mid-summer, but never for more than a week or two. 
PLANTS IN POTS. Unless otherwise instructed, 
all house plants will be packed with damp moss 
around the roots and delivered postpaid at the prices 
quoted. Because of packing problems, it is impossible 
for us to ship plants in clay pots but if you prefer 
them shipped in paper pots, we can do so if you add 
10¢ per plant to your remittance to cover the extra 
postage and packing. 
Ostrich Plume Fern 
CHOICE HOUSE FERNS 
BOSTON. A wonderful Fern with long, drooping fronds 
(leaves) which often attain a length of 6 to 8 feet. Plants 
(40c each) (3 for $1.00) prepaid. 
OSTRICH PLUME. One of the easiest and healthiest ferns 
to grow. Each frond is delicately cut and curved, somewhat 
resembling the grace of an ostrich plume. Fronds often 
measure a foot in width. Plants (50c each) (3 for $1.25) 
prepaid. 
SILVER FERN. Light green fronds with a band of silver. 
A most unusual fern and of very easy culture. Plants (60c 
each) (3 for $1.50) prepaid. 
ARTILLERY FERN. This lovely fern has a drooping, 
graceful habit. The curving fronds of small shining leaves 
are much prized. When the flowers open, the pollen is usu- 
ally discharged forcibly and visibly, hence the name Artillery 
Fern. (40c each) (3 for $1.00). 
ASPARAGUS FERNS 
PLUMOSUS (Lace Fern). Very 
finely divided feathery foliage. 
Seed (25c pkt.). Plants (50c 
each) (3 fer $1.25) prepaid. 
SPRENGERI (Feather Fern). 
Long, drooping branches; fine for 
hanging baskets and window 
boxes. Seed (25c per packet). 
Plants (50c each) (3 for $1.25) 
prepaid. 
<— PHILODENDRON 
One of the most satisfactory of 
all green vining plants for in- 
doors. Its deep green, heavy 
leaves are attractive anywhere. 
Grows in sun or complete shade, 
in water, soil or sand. (40c 
each) (3 for $1.00) prepaid. 
Grape family. 
Ideal for the wall bracket and makes an excellent plant to trail 
over the porch or window box. 
baskets and wall vases. 
spicuous yellow flowers. 
plants. 
English Ivy 
THE BEST OF ALL IVIES 
ENGLISH IVY. A popular trailing house plant for the shady 
corner. Hardy outdoors and makes an excellent evergreen ground 
he FES dense shade. (45¢ each) (3 for $1.15) (6 for $2.00) 
prepaid. 
GRAPE IVY. Resembles the Ivies in habit but belongs to the 
It thrives without sun and requires very little care. 
(50c each) (3 for $1.25) prepaid. 
WATER IVY. A rapid growing vine especially suited to indoor 
Small, glossy green leaves and incon- 
Grows in either soil or water. (40c each) 
(3 for $1.00) prepaid. 
FAN LEAVED IVY. The small leaves are shaped and veined 
like the old palm fan. Dark green in color and branching freely, 
this little plant will give a different, exotic touch to your house 
Does well outdoors in sheltered location. (45c¢ each) (3 
for $1.15) prepaid. 
VELVET PLANT 
Truly a fascinating sight. 
The dark green leaves and the 
stems are literally covered with 
tiny hairs of a rich purple col- 
oring which is even more in- 
tense along the veins. This 
makes the plant appear as if it 
were made of a richly colored 
velvet cloth. It grows upright 
and succeeds well in ordinary 
living room temperature. Plants 
(50c each) (3 for $1.25) pre- 
paid. 
CHINESE — 
House Plant 
Seed 
Much enjoyment can be 
had growing House Plants 
from seed. We are offer- 
ing seed of such varieties 
as we can supply and rec- 
ommend. Our house plant 
seeds are fresh and of the 
very best strains, and we 
sell them at the lowest 
prices for which strictly 
high grade seeds can be 
produced. 
<— GIANT 
CINERARIA 
Bright Colors 
Delicate Fragrance 
Our Giant Exhibition 
Strain of Cineraria is 
unsurpassed in size of 
flower, bright colors, 
and delicate fragrance. 
Plants grow into round 
bushes, completely cov- 
ered by the massive flow- 
erheads. For Christmas 
blooming, seed should be sown 
in April; for blooming during 
early spring, June or July 
sowing should be 
made. (Pkt. 50c) 
61 (Jumbo Pkt. $1.25). 
HIBISCUS 
The Chinese Hibiscus is one of 
the showiest. tropical plants in 
existence, It makes an excellent 
house plant in the North and has 
proven to be one of the most pop- 
ular shrubs in the South and 
West. Hardy where the tempera- 
ture does not go below 25°. 
AURANTICA. Large, double 
flowers of bright, orange-yellow. 
MINIMUS. Medium sized dou- 
ble flowers of bright red. 
PEACHBLOW. Huge, semi-dou- 
ble flowers of flesh-pink. 
SUB-VIOLACEOUS. Double 
flowers of clear deep pink. 
Prices. Your choice of the above 
4 varieties of Chinese Hibiscus. 
(70c each) (4 for $2.40). 
e 
Easter Lily Cactus 
Usually begins to flower at Easter time 
and will continue to do so intermittently for 
several months. The pink and white flowers 
are extremely large, often 6 to 10 inches in 
: length and diameter of the widely spread 
frilled petals, and some are quite fragrant. 
They are one of the easiest of all cacti to 
grow, and stand neglect and need no special 
(40c each) (3 for $1.00) prepaid. 
care. 
COLEUS 
With the Bright Leaves 
Every indoor garden must have a few 
coleus plants to brighten up the greens. 
Our ‘stock is variegated with an amazing as- 
sembly of burnt reds and oranges shading 
into the greens. (40c each) (3 for $1.00) 
prepaid. SEED (Pkt. 25c) (Jumbo Pkt. 60c). 
