MEDIUM AND TALL PERENNIALS FOR BORDER BACKGROUNDS 
(a) Astitse (Astilbe thunbergi). Blooms in early summer. An 
abundance of great feathery plumes of bloom well above the 
finely cut foliage. Easy to grow in any ordinary soil. Fine for 
sunny border or damp shady spot. Makes an excellent border 
for shrubs, Plant 2 ft. apart. Hardy in zones 1-8. 
91 GK 2525—G.Lorta PurPuUREA. Purplish-carmine flowers. 
91 GK 2527—Fanat. Well-formed spikes of brilliant garnet-red. 
91 GK 2524—Queen ALEXANDER. Lovely soft pink blooms. 
Pricksaotaieuoak, Nes Prepaids Hache tn «thence t,10 sie eFsarseate 85c 
91 GK 2528—Astitpe Garpen. Prepaid. 1 each of above 3.. $2.15 
(8) (p) Hsiscus. Giant ROSEMALLOW (Hibiscus palustris). Blooms late 
summer and fall. One of the largest perennial flowers. Huge 
Hollyhock-like blooms—4 to 5 in. across. 15 to 25 blooms open at 
once. Large gray-green leaves. Dies back to ground in winter— 
grows from roots in spring. For sun or partial shade. Plant 2-3 ft. 
apart in rich, moist soil. Needs very little care. Hardy in all zones, 
but needs winter protection in zones 8 and 9. 
91 GK 2369—Barrtuiant. Of clear brilliant red. 
91 GK 2370—Pinx Princess. A lovely clear pink. 
91 GK 2371—A.Lsino— White flower with pink eye. 
Prices Prepaid. State Catalog Number ans k cata oeee 2 for 70c 
91 GK 2372—Garpben....Includes 2 ea. of above 3.. .all 6 for $1.60 
(gers = HotuyHock (Althaea rosea). Blooms early summer. 
For four full weeks 24 inches of flower stalk are covered with 
4-inch blooms—so double they look like small peonies. Large dull 
green leaves of rough texture. Plant 12-24 in. apart in full sun, 
and well drained soil. Hardy all zones. Protect in zones 8-9. 
91 GK 2375—Sunset. Subtle shade of apricot yellow. 
91 GK 2373—Purp.Le Kina. Large purple flowers. 
91 GK 2374—Rep Biaze. Vivid scarlet blooms. 
Prices oF Ho.ttyHocks. State Cat. No. Prepaid......... 2 for 75c 
91 GK 2376—Garpen. Prepaid. 2 each of above 3... All 6 for $1.95 
(0) Mountain Lity (Yucca filamentosa). Blooms early summer. 
Flaunts scores of creamy white pendulous flowers like small 
mission bells from tall straight spikes, high above the stiff, sword 
shaped leaves. A spectacular addition to shrub or perennial 
border. Needs good drainage, thrives in dry waterless places. 
Plant 2 to 3 feet apart in full sun. Hardy in zones | through 7. 
Gt) GRI2327— Shipped! Prepaid 9 cars an a ee eLaeiese 2 for 65c 
(E) LytHRUM (Lythrum salicaria). Blooms early summer till frost. 
Graceful flowers are closely set on 2-ft. spikes. Ideal for back- 
grounds, borders or mass planting. A beautiful addition to mid- 
summer border or bouquet. Thrives equally well in moist shady 
borders or in open dry locations. Willowy foliage. Fine for cutting. 
Plant 2 ft. apart. Hardy in zones | through 8. 
91 GK 2332—Rosa.ie. Beautiful shade of rose pink. 
“91 GK 2331—THe Beacon. Deep clear carmine-red. Presented 
Award of Merit. One of the most beautiful of all Lythrums, 
PRICES OF ABOVE LyTHRUM. State Cat. No. Prepaid...... 2 for 80c 
Harpy Sweet Pea (Lathyrus latifolius). Blooms from summer till 
fall. Multiple flowering strain — will bear as many as five big 
flowers on each stem. Fragrant. Will trail 4-5 ft. on fences and 
arbors. Plant 3 ft. apart in full sun, Hardy zones 1 through 7, 
91 GK 2324—Crimson KING. Soft tone of rich red. 
91 GK 2325—Rose Queen. A delicate shade of Pink. 
91 GK 2326—Wnuite Queen. A pure white variety. 
PRICES OF ABOVE SWEET PEAs. State Cat. No. Prepaid...... 2 for 68c 
91 GK 2323—Garpben, Prepaid. 2 each of above 3....all 6 for 1.60 
KEEP CUT FLOWERS LONGER 
Floralife gives cut flowers 5 to 10 extra days 
of life. Retards wilting, prevents fading. Fra- 
grance of flowers is maintained. Simply add 
“'Ploralife’’ to the water...stems need not 
be clipped, water stays sweet. $1.00 size— 
enough to make 30 ats. of solution. Handy 
measuring cup included. Ideal for keeping 
Christmas tree fresh, too. 
87 GK 12715—Ship. wt. 1 Ib............. 1.00 
THIS BOOK IS FOR YEAR ‘ROUND USE. ORDERS MAY BE PLACED FOR BOTH SPRING AND FALL PLANTING. 
BE SURE TO SEE ZONE Map on Pace 13, Att Nursery Stock SHIPPED PREPAID. SEE Pace 15. 
(20 WARDS cxsor | 
Hardy in all zones, but protect in zones 7 through 9, 
- ers will grow or interplant among Begonias, Astilbe, Lythru 
LOW GROWING PERENNIALS 
(6) CLove Pinks (Dianthus plumarius). Scoticus Strain. Bl 
throughout summer and early fall. Old fashioned favori Ss 
Delightful fringed flowers 2 inches across, bear the rich, spicy 
scent of clove, Graceful, feathery, silver-gray foliage make 
lovely color harmony. Beautiful in bouquets. Excellent for 
garden or rock wall. Thrives in dry, sunny position and in a ’ 
ordinary, well drained soil. Does especially well in lime. Ph 
8 inches apart. Mixture of pink, white and rose. Includes so 
double varieties. No color choice. Hardy in all zones. 
91-GK 2329-Shipped Prepdid..... ss. ..ts: sae 
(H) CREEPING PHLox (Phlox subulata). Blooms in late” spri 
Dwarf spreading plant with small moss-like leaves form 
dense mat. Good ground cover or edging. Makes a bea 
spring border with tulips. Plant 12 in. apart in rich well draine do 
soil and in full sun. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GK 2367—Rosea. Clear brilliant pink. 
91 GK 2365—Buue Hits. Beautiful lavender blue. 
91 GK 2366—Crimson Beauty. Largest of the red types. 
9] GK 2368—Earty Snowrtaxe. A blanket of white. 
PrIcES OF CREEPING PHLOX. aie State Cat. No.. 
best in‘cool, moist, partially shaded place. Plant 8 inches a 
91 GK 2317—Shipped Prepaid... ..........0+ +e sees 
(k) ViIoLETs (Viola odorata). Bloom in spring and some 
again in early winter. Sweetly fragrant. Grand for 
soms of deep, rich violet-blue rival pansies in size. Ve 
flowering. Prepaid Fe ease Each 45c; 3 for $1.15; 6 for 
(t) (L} Vinca Minor. Periwinkle. Improved Bowles Variety. Bloo r 
profusely in spring and intermittently until fall. Bett 
every way than the ordinary Vinca or Periwinkle. Folia 
broader, glossy green, and makes a luxuriant growth. Rich bh 
flowers about the size of a quarter. Makes an evergreen grou! 
cover in mild climates. Fine under shrubs or trees, with sp 
flowering bulbs, or for grave coverings. Plant 10-12 in. apart 
any ordinary soil, in sun or shade. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GK 2338-—Shipped Prepaid wa) is-ne aos ei eee 
FERNS FOR COOL SHADY SPOTS 
Plant ferns in that cool, shady spot where neither grass nor fl 
other shade loving plants. The graceful foliage of these bec 
ful, green plants will turn neglected corners into beauty spo 
Fine on the north side of the house or under trees. Plant 1 
18 in. apart in light, well-drained soil, during the sprin 3 
fall. Hardy in all Zones. See Zone Map, Page 13. 
(w) 91 GK 2512— Mamiee aed, (Adiantum cuneatum.) Wiry,s n- 
der black stems with delicate green fronds. Very attrac 
A favorite for its fine lacy texture. Protect in severe climates. 
91 GK 2511—Go.pies. (Dryopteris goldiana.) Broad, bright gr en 
leaves with arching, spreading habit. Best in deep shade 4 
91 GK 2510—Osrnricu. (Pteretis nodulosa.) Long feathery, g 
ful fronds. Dense foliage and long spires. Tall growing. 
91 GK 2513—InTERRUPTED. (Osmunda claytoniana.) Bro 
green leaves. Good for sun and shade. Does best in 
but grows in dry ground. Good foundation planBes, 
Prices orf ABovE FERNS 
State Catalog Number. Shipped Prepaid.............. 
91 GK 2514—Fern Co.iection oF 4. Includes one eac 
ferns listed above. Shipped Prepaid 
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