Shar dy A ster 5 - NHichaelmas Daisies 
Lovely autumn-flowering perennials, the value of which for border deco- 
ration or cut flowers is inestimable. There are scores of lovely varieties in 
all shades of blue, white, pink, and crimson to select from. They range 
in height from about 2 to 4 feet. Both the species and varieties may be 
grown in the hardy borders. 
Culture. Michaelmas Daisies will thrive in any soil and almost under 
any rough treatment. They may be grown with other perennials in the mixed 
border, or in a border in conjunction with Lilies and Tritomas, where they 
form a gay autumnal display. Plant in fall or spring, 2 feet apart, in full 
sun, in moist soil. Asters require a lot of moisture. 
Beechwood Challenger Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
This variety is in our opinion the closest to red we have been able to 
come so far in Hardy Asters. It is free-flowering, about 24 inches high, 
and brilliant crimson-red color. The flowers are produced in immense 
quantities throughout September and October. 
Little Red Boy Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
A compact globelike plant not over 18 to 20 inches tall and about 2 
feet across, completely covered with small, starlike flowers of brightest 
China-rose. Makes a brilliant spot of color that is hard to duplicate. 
Because of its fine, compact and low growth, it is a perfect plant for 
the foreground in the border. Starts blooming in early September and 
lasts until early October. 
Mt. Everest Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
A wonderful white Aster and one of the best whites. It forms tall, well 
shaped, pointed pyramids with an abundance of lateral growths, which 
flower right down to the ground. The flowers are large and dead white, 
with a very small eye. Grows 3 to 4 feet in height. 
Peace Each 95c, Three $2.35, Doz. $7.00 
This is the companion variety to Plenty, introduced by the same 
English originator. It also will replace varieties of similar color now 
in genral use. The color is pinkish lavender and the semi-double 
flowers are fully 2 inches across. They are produced in immense 
quantities and are perfect for cutting as well as a magnificent plant 
for the garden where it will make a lovely showing from early Sep- 
tember until late October. Grows about 31% to 4 feet tall. 
Plenty Each 95c, Three $2.35, Doz. $7.00 
A magnificent new hardy Aster from England, which, as soon as 
known and available in quantity, will, without doubt, replace all 
varieties of similar color. The flowers are semi-double and 2 inches 
in diameter, produced in immense quantities. Color is a lovely soft 
blue. Here is one of the finest fall flowers. It commences to bloom 
in early September and lasts well into October. Exceptionally fine 
for cutting as well as a superb plant for the garden. Grows about 
314 to 4 feet tall. 
Princess Margaret Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
Somewhat pyramidal in growth, not over 20 to 24 inches in height. This 
low growing and somewhat spreading plant is completely covered in 
September with thousands of dainty flowers in clusters. The color is 
soft mauve with bright pink glow which gives a bright and sparkling 
eriect to this handsome color. A superb low growing Aster of great 
charm. 
Prosperity Each 95c, Three $2.35, Doz. $7.00 
Large, deep rosy pink flowers in great wavy masses on plants about 
3/2 to 4 feet high. It commences to bloom in early September and 
lasts well into October. This is one of the finest of the pink Novi-Belgi 
types and replaces all pinks in this group. It was sent to us from 
England last year. It has made a beautiful showing in our nursery and 
has been greatly admired by visitors. 
Violetta Each 80c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
The deepest and richest blue Michaelmas Daisy. It grows into a plant 
about 3 feet high and about as wide. During September it is com- 
pletely covered with semi-double flowers from the top of the plant to 
the base. It simply turns into a perfect mound of glittering deep 
violet-blue. This is a ‘‘must’’ for every garden, big or small. Its neat 
habit of growth and extreme floriferousness place it in a class all by 
itself. 
HARDY ASTER SURVIVOR 
(Plant Patent No. 584) Each 95c, Three $2.35, Doz. $7.00 
This beautiful pink hardy fall blooming Aster received the Award of 
Merit at the “Harvest Show”’ of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society 
in 1940. 
We quote in part from a letter to Massachusetts Nurserymen by the 
Agricultural Experiment Station at Waltham, Massachusetts. 
“Among the four hundred varieties of Asters in the testing gardens 
of the Waltham Field Station, the outstanding variety this year was 
Curtis Pink (now named Survivor because of its lasting qualities). This 
Aster was sent to the Station by an amateur who declared it superior 
to the popular Harrington’s Pink. Unquestionably this Novae-Angliae 
proves to be a worthy rival of the older sort, and because of its un- 
usually late flowering period will at least supplement it, if not replace it 
entirely. 
“Survivor extends the season two weeks longer, with larger flowers 
of bright rose-pink color.’ 
It is paricularly well suited for difficult wet or poorly drained loca- 
tions in the garden where it is not possible to grow other flowers. Hardy 
as an Oak. 
ASTER FRIKARTI - Wonder of Staffa 
Each 99c, Three $2.25, Doz. $6.50 
Lavender-blue flowers from 2 to 214 inches across, produced from June 
Ist until the middle of November. The plant does exceedingly well in 
light shade and comes to perfection in full sun. We consider it the finest 
garden plant introduced during the past twenty years. There are no 
other hardy plants which bloom so persistently over so long a period— 
a constant display of flowers the entire summer and autumn until 
stopped by frost. Excellent for cutting. 
Campanula Carpatica, Blue Carpet 
CAMPANULA - Bellflower 
In their various sizes from the dwarfs up to those 3 feet high, some 
thriving in semi-shady places, others glorious in sunny spots, no garden 
can be quite complete without them. Some bloom continuously from 
June to October, giving a wealth of white and blue blooms. 
Culture. A rich well drained light soil will grow them to perfection. It 
is well to protect fall-transplanted plants with a little dry covering; remove 
covering early in March before new growth starts. Plant in early autumn or 
very early spring 8 to 10 inches apart in full sun. 
*Carpatica Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
(Carpathian Harebell.) A pretty species growing in compact tufts not 
exceeding 8 inches high; flowers clear blue held erect on wiry stems. 
It begins blooming in June continuing until October. As an edging for 
the hardy border or for the rockery it is unsurpassed. 
*Carpatica alba Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
A pure white form of the preceding. 
Carpatica, Blue Carpet 
A beautiful compact grower and prolific blooming variety of recent 
introduction. It flowers over a long period from June until October. 
Plants are completely covered with deep blue flowers. Its uniformity of 
habit and its remarkable freedom of bloom unquestionably make this 
the finest of all the Carpatica type Campanulas. It makes a charming 
low edging to a flower garden or along walks. Here’s an exceptionally 
good iron-clad hardy perennial for the foreground of the border. 
Each 80c, Three $2.00, Doz. $5.75, 100 $30.00 
*** Garganica Each 80c, Three $2.00, Doz. $5.75, 100 $30.00 
A gem for the rock garden. Forms ai low spreading tuft, which in June 
is covered with starry light blue flowers having a white eye. Exquisite 
hanging over a rock. 
Grandis, Six Hills Giant Each 80c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
A bold plant growing 21% feet tall. The flower stems are covered for 
their entire length with beautiful pale blue flowers which are starlike 
and saucer-shaped. Particularly valuable because it grows just as well 
in shade as in full sun. Multiplies freely, hardy anywhere. 
Persicifolia grandiflora alba 
Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
One of the finest Campanulas, with large, handsome, white, bell-shaped 
flowers. A great acquisition. Height 2 feet. 
Persicifolia grandiflora coerulea 
Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
An excellent companion to the white variety, the large bright blue 
flowers making an effective contrast. Height 2 feet. 
*Rotundifolia Each 75c, Three $1.80, Doz. $5.65, 100 $28.00 
(Blue Bells of Scotland or Harebells.) 1 foot. June to August. In the 
wild it is more slender and taller than in the garden; clear blue flowers. 
Especially suited for crevices in the rock garden or deep slopes, best 
planted so as to show pendent habit. Does well also in light shade. 
CENTAUREA .- Perennial Bachelor Button 
Hardy perennials of easy culture and attractive appearance. Are showy 
plants in sunny borders, and useful for cut flowers. Flowers are more or 
less thistle-like. 
Culture. All will succeed in good, ordinary soil in sunny borders. Best 
grown in groups of three. Plant in autumn or spring, 8 inches apart; 
divide and replant every third year. 
Montana Three $1.70, Doz. $5.50, 100 $25.00 
(Perennial Cornflower.) Grows 2 feet high, bearing large, violet-blue 
flowers from July to September. Showy and of easy culture. 
CIMICIFUGA - Snakeroot 
Handsome, herbaceous perennials. They have large, palmate leaves, 
and small flowers borne in feathery racemes. 
Culture. Grow in ordinary moist soil in colonies of six or more, in par- 
tially shaded borders or in open woods. Plant in autumn or spring, 8 to 
12 inches apart. 
Racemosa Three $1.50, Doz. $4.75, 100 $20.00 
Handsome shade-loving plant, bearing in July and August spikes of 
pure white flowers, 4 to 6 feet high; well suited for planting at the 
back of border, or for naturalizing at the edge of the woods. 
Simplex Each $1.15, Three $2.90, Doz. $8.50 
This is one of the finest, if not the finest, of fall flowering plants. Its 
flower stems are 21/2 to 3 feet high, terminated with a dense plumelike 
spike of white flowers which, when cut, last in perfection a long time, 
As a garden plant it is hard to beat but its greatest asset is that it 
grows superbly in shade. We know of no other plant quite as useful for 
that purpose. The flowers are at their best from September to middle 
October, and it’s perfectly hardy anywhere. 
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