GRASSES, Hardy Ornamental 
There are several varieties of hardy grasses that are distinctly attractive 
plants for the flower garden. Many of them are of noble, and others of 
medium or low growth. All produce a striking effect when growing in 
isolated positions on the lawn, or add to the grace of the border by 
their elegant green or variegated foliage. 
Culture. All will thrive in good, ordinary and well drained soil. Plant in 
early spring or fall, about 2 feet apart for the tall growing varieties; 
dwarf sorts about 12 inches apart. All should have a protective covering 
of dry straw placed around the base in autumn. In dry weather give 
plenty of water. 
Erianthus Ravennae Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
{Blue Lime Grass or Pampas.) 10 to 12 feet high, frequently throwing up 
30 to 50 flower spikes topped with silvery plumes. 
Eulalia japonica variegata Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50 
Very ornamental; long, narrow leaves, striped green, white and often 
pink or yellow. 
Eulalia japonica zebrina Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50 
(Zebra Grass.) The long blades of this variety are marked with broad, 
yellow bands across the leaf. It makes a very attractive specimen plant 
for the lawn, 6 to 10 feet high, with silvery plumes. 
Pennisetum japonicum Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50 
(Fountain Grass.) A beautiful Grass whose flower heads are Produced 
in the greatest profusion. Color rich mahogany, conspicuously tipped 
with white. 
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 
powers continuously throughout the summer. A No. 1 plant for cut 
owers. 
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. 
Erianthus Ravennae (See Grasses) 
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Gypsophila Repens Bodgeri 
HELENIUM .- Helen’s Flower 
A showy and useful family of plants for the summer and autumn decor- 
tion of the border, and lovely copper shaded or yellow flowers for cutting. 
The period of bloom is just before the outdoor Chrysanthemums, and 
they give us that first rich touch of autumn tints. Particularly valuable 
for those sections of the country where the Chrysanthemum is not hardy. 
No garden is complete without them. 
Culture. All will thrive in good, ordinary light soil, all require a sunny 
position. May be grown singly or two feet apart in masses. Plant in 
autumn or spring. 
Autumnale Superbum Euch 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
Broad heads of deep golden yellow flowers in late summer. Grows 5 to 
6 feet high. 
Chippersfield Orange Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
Grows 4 feet tall with large heads of copper and gold blooms. A fine 
new variety blooming in August and September. 
Moerheim Beauty Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
Large, silky flowers of warm, glowing brown-red are carried on strong, 
erect stems several inches above the foliage. In bloom from June to 
September. Grows to a height of 2 feet. A fine companion plant for 
Pumilum magnificum. 
Pumilum magnificum Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
Large, pale yellow flowers; one of the most floriferous and useful 
border ‘plants in cultivation. Early, flowering from July to October, Can 
be successfully used in place of Coreopsis where a more restrained plant 
is required. Height 12 to 18 inches. 
Riverton Beauty Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
" Pure lemon-yellow, with large disc of purplish black. 3 to 4 feet high; 
early fall from August to October. 
Riverton Gem Each 70c, Three $1.90, Doz. $5.50, 100 $30.00 
Old gold suffused with bright terra cotta, changing to Wallflower-red. 
Blooms from August to October, A fine. reliable and colorful border 
plant. Height 3 to 4 feet. 
Detail of Gypsophila Paniculata Flora-Plena 
