Hardy Colorful-Popular 
PERENNIALS 
All Perennials listed in this book are quoted prepaid, and will be shipped 
separate from the balance of the stock you order. 
ASTILBE. One of the easiest of all Perennials to grow as it is not too particular as to 
soil. As with most plants, it comes to fullest glory in complete sunlight, but does fairly 
well in semi-shade. Attractive foliage. In June and July has exquisite 15 to 18-inch long, 
plumy wands of feathery character and brilliant coloring. We offer this sensational 
cut-flower in two varieties. Specify variety wanted. Very hardy. Gloria. Rosy-pink. 
Fanal. Lively, deep red. Price: 70c each; 3 for $1.95. 
PINK DOUBLE-BABY’S BREATH. Established plants, reach a height of about 
2 feet, and are in bloom throughout the summer and fall. Foliage is a fine blue-green and 
very graceful. Flowers are of a delicate pink. Ideal for cutting. Field-grown plants, 
50c each; 3 for $1.35. 
BLEEDING HEART. (Dicentra spectabilis). Hardy old favorite with heart-shaped, 2 : z 
rose-colored flowers in drooping spikes. Field-grown plants, with 3-5 eyes, 75c each; Painted Daisy Primrose 
3 for $1.80. a 
DELPHINIUM (Pacific Hybrids). Giant stalks 4 to 6 feet tall, bearing enormous 
flower spikes. Individual blooms are double to semi-double; exceptionally large, often 
measuring 2 inches across. Delightful shades of blues, lavenders, and mixed colors. Free 
pee and hardy. No color guaranteed. Field-grown plants, 35c each; 3 for $1.00; 
6 for $1.80. 
HARDY BLUE FORGET-ME-NOT. Everyone loves these dainty blue flowers. 
Foliage is dark green, heavy and leathery, which is very ornamental throughout the season. 
Flowers are a clear blue color, and are produced on 12-inch stems. An ideal plant for the 
rockery, edging or border. Will do well in either shade or sun. Field-grown plants, 50c 
each; 3 for $1.35; 6 for $2.40. 
ORANGE BUTTERFLY PLANT (Asceplias Tuberosa). During the months of 
July and August this unusual plant produces immense numbers of brilliant orange flowers. 
It can be successfully grown in any type of soil. Grows about 2 to 21% feet tall. The only 
hardy perennial having true orange flowers. Field-grown plants, 35c each; 3 for $1.00. 
HARDY PRIMROSE (Primula veris) Harold Pedigree giant strain. The individual 
flowers are as large as a half a dollar. These beauties grow anywhere. Most colorful of our 
early spring flowering plants, succeeding best in dampness and shade. Flowers in May, 
about & inches tall. Includes various shades of lilac, purple, violet, buff, orange, salmon 
and rich reds. No color guaranteed. Field-grown plants, 55c each; 3 for $1.50. 
PYRETHRUM, Dbl. Flw. Painted Daisy. No other variety can compare with these 
for size, form and brilliant coloring. Beautiful chrysanthemum-like flowers on long stems, 
in practically all shades of red. Long blooming season, especially fine for cutting. Field- 
grown plants, 40c each; 3 for $1.10. 
LYTHRUM — Carmine Prince. This beautiful plant provides bright rosy-pink flowers 
from July to frost. Grows 3 feet tall, with graceful spikes. Excellent for cutting. Thrives 
in all soils, in sun or part shade. Very hardy. Field-grown plants, 50c each; 3 for $1.35. 
RUSSELL LUPINES. Tall spikes of bloom, often 34 feet high, from June to September. Lythrum Perennial Sweet Pea 
Flower spikes resemble a closely set well-rounded column of sweet peas. A vast range of 
color. A most superior strain. Field-grown plants, 45c each; 3 for $1.20; 6 for $2.25 
SCABIOSA CAUCASICA. (Isaac House Hybrids). Lovely lavender flowers on 
18 to 24-inch stems from June to September. Hardy. Excellent for cut flowers. Field- 
grown plants, 45c each; 3 for $1.20; 6 for $2.25. 
SWEET PEA (Lathyrus Latifolius). The Hardy Perennial Sweet Pea! A climbing 
form of Sweet Pea which should be more generally planted in this country. Will quickly 
cover a trellis, fence or arbor. Blooms continuously from spring until fall. Fine for cutting. 
We offer this delightful climber in pink only. Field-grown plants, 40c each; 3 for $1.10. 
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ACKERMAN’S 50c BARGAINS 
BARGAIN NO. 28 
The buy of the year! These are not to be confused with the 
two-year, transplanted plants offered above. However, these are 
not the usual so-called “bargain plants.” All are hardy, strong 
one-year untransplanted plants GUARANTEED to satisfy. 
5 Plants — Any of the following varieties 50c Postpaid 
(All one variety) 
Delphinium — Carnation — Dbl. Hollyhock — Hybrid Scabiosa 
Feverfew. 
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5 Each, all 5 Varieties (25 plants) Only $2.00 ; 
Price is net — no discount Bleeding Heart 
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Scabiosa Caucasica Delphinium, Pacific Hybrid Astilbe 
PERENNIALS — ‘‘The Perfect Framework For Your Garden’”’ 25 
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