Hyacinth, Poppy, Taro and Spiral Palm 
in harmonious grouping 
CULTURAL NOTES 
Plant the roots of these plants in rich loam. In a con- 
erete pool you may build a ledge or use a box of soil, or 
you may put individual plants in flower pots set at the 
proper depths. All of the plants in this list should be 
planted above or below the water according to their indi- 
vidual needs. The shallow water plants which require 6 
inches of water and no more are marked*. Those which do 
best in 2 inches of water are marked +. Bog plants, marked 
ft like wet feet but do not like to swim or wade; plant them 
with the crown just above the water level. Many of the bog 
plants are excellent house plants and will grow indoors if 
the pot is set in a saucer kept full of water. 
HARDY VARIETIES 
FARROWHEAD, DOUBLE FLOWERING 
(Sagittaria japonica florepleno). A plant 
like the Giant Arrowhead in foliage, but one 
that develops a spike of beautiful double 
petaled white flowers. Grows well as a bog or 
shallow water plant. $1.00 each. 
7ARROWHEAD, GIANT (Sagittaria sagitti- 
folia). Distinctive leaves shaped as name 
indicates and standing 1 to 3 feet above water. 
I Flowers freely in a series of white spikes. 
Double Hardy. 50c for 2; $2 per doz. 
Arrowhead 
*BOGBEAN (Menyanthes trifoliata). A perennial aquatic 
with creeping root stocks in shallow water. Its fragrant 
white flowers are borne on stout stalks, fringed and suffused 
with pink. 20c each; $2.00 per doz. 
*COMMON CAT-TAIL (Typha latifolia). One of the favorite 
native swamp plants, Hardy. 20c each; $2.00 per doz. 
*GRACEFUL CAT-TAIL (Typha angustifolia). A tall variety 
with slender cat-tails more completely developed than 
the usual type, giving the appearance of being double on 
the stem. These plants furnish a very fine background in 
massed planting. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. 
TRICKER’S 
Special Ten 
(Collection No. B-6) 
SHALLOW WATER and BOG PLANTS 
FOR THE SMALL POOL 
Ten pleasing varieties of aquatic plants, as follows— 
Green Taro, Primrose Willow, Graceful Cat-tail, Pick- 
erel Rush, Velvet Leaf, Purple Hyacinth, Umbrella 
Palm, Parrot Feather, Butterfly Lily 
and Papyrus. The ten complete 
See listing below for 
Miniature Water Garden Collection. 
Sfedow 
ATURAL Ponds have a pro- 
fusion of flags, rushes, reeds 
and small flowering plants 
which delight the eye. Your pool 
he will be more attractive and much 
more naturalistic when planted with clumps of these 
ornamental and semi-tropical plants. 
We have divided our list of Shallow Water and 
Bog Plants into hardy and tropical varieties for your 
convenience in making selections. However, both 
groups should be included in your planting, and our 
collections are made accordingly. The rich, luxuriant 
foliage of the tropicals gives an effect that is not ob- 
tainable when only hardy varieties are used. 
HARDY VARIETIES (Continued) 
*FLOATING HEART (Nymphoides peltatum). This plant has leaves 
like the nymphaeas and produces brilliant yellow flowers quite 
freely. It is hardy and will do well in 2 to 6 inches of water. 20c each; 
$2.00 per doz. A 
FLOWERING RUSH (Butomus umbellatus). A hardy plant with 
peculiar three-sided leaves in graceful clumps. Attractive pink 
flowers are borne on round stems. Fine for naturaliz- 
ing in a pond. Hardy. 35c¢ each; $2.75 per doz. 
tFORGET-ME-NOT (Myosotis scorpioides). A well 
known spring and summer flowering plant with 
small clusters of clear blue flowers with a yellow eye. 
Hardy. 25c¢ each; $2.50 per doz. 
+HARDY CALLA (Calla Palustris). This is like a 
calla lily, but much smaller in size. A desirable plant 
for shallow water. Hardy. 20c each; $1.75 per doz. 
+IRIS pseudacorous (Yellow Flag). A _ tall, sword- 
leafed plant bearing broad yellow flowers of the 
Japan Iris type. Valuable and attractive. Hardy. 35¢ 
each; $2.75 per doz. 
+IRIS versicolor (Blue Flag). Exactly like Yellow Flag 
except that the flowers are blue. 35c each; $2.75 
Zee per doz. 
Cat-Tail 411ZARD’S TAIL (Saururus cernuus). A hardy bog 
plant growing 2 to 3 feet above the water. Blooms from July 
to August. Small, fragrant flowers are produced in dense terminal 
spike, the upper part arching gracefully. 35c¢ each; $2.75 per doz. 
+LOBELIA cardinalis (Cardinal flower). One of the most attractive 
plants of our native flora, seen along streams and low, moist 
ground, sometimes a few spikes of rich, fiery cardinal flowers; 
again in masses, when the sight is dazzling. 35c each; $2.75 per doz. 
¥LOOSESTRIFE (Lythrum roseum superbum). A strong plant 
growing 3 to 4 feet high. Masses of rose-colored flowers on 
long spikes from late July to September. 35c each; $2.75 per doz. 
tMARSH MARIGOLD (Caltha palustris). Clusters of large butter- 
cup-like flowers of brilliant yellow, early in spring. One of 
the most attractive native plants. Hardy. 35c each; $2.75 per doz. 
*PICKEREL RUSH (Pontederia cordata). The blue flowers of this 
plant have made many friends, particularly as 
t they are produced freely. The total growth is about 
2 feet. Hardy. 30c¢ each; $2.50 per doz. 
+VARIEGATED SWEET FLAG (Acorus Calamus 
Var.). A fine ehardy plant with saber-like 
leaves broadly striped green and ivory. Grows 
about two feet high and is excellent for group 
planting. 35¢ each; $2.75 per doz. 
DWARF SWEET FLAG (Acorus Gramineus 
Var.). A miniature flag 6 to 10 inches high 
with green and white stripes. Fine for small pools 
& or tub gardens. 35c¢ each; $2.75 per doz. 
37 *WATER ARUM (Peltandra Virginica). A hardy 
aquatic with graceful spear-like leaves and 
Pickerel calla lily flowers. 35¢ each; $2.75 per doz. 
Rush *WATER CANNA (Thalia dealbata). A handsome 
canna-like aquatic standing 3 feet high. Hardy. 
Purple blooms, June to September. $1.00 each. 
+WATER NASTURTIUM OR WATER CRESS, 
Thrives in sun or shade; ideal near a cold spring. 
Edible. Hardy Rooted plants. $1.25 per doz. 
WATER PLANTAIN. A border plant with heart- 
shaped leaves standing about a foot above the 
water and surmounted by tall branching spikes of 
white flowers. Hardy. 20¢ each; $1.75 per doz. 
+WILD RICE (Zizania aquatica). The importance of 
Wild Rice as a food for water-fowls cannot be 
, _. overemphasized. It is easily grown in shallow water 
and is decidedly ornamental, as it shoots up rapidly and makes a 
growth of 5 to 10 feet. Panicles of bloom make it additionally de- 
lightful, Should be planted in every pond. 20c each; $1.75 per doz. 
AQUATIC PLANT COLLECTIONS 
MINIATURE WATER GARDEN COLLECTION 
(Collection No. B-3) 
A group of 10 aquatic plants for the tub garden or small pool 
which accommodates only one or two lilies. 
2 Shallow water plants for centerpiece. 
4 Plants for corners or sides of pool. 
2 Oxygenating plants. 
2 Floating plants. 
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SMALL POOL COLLECTION 
(Collection No. B-1) 
Twenty plants in 10 or more varieties, our selection, for small 
pool 4x6 feet or larger, where three water lilies are accommodated, 
4 Shallow water plants for centerpiece. 
12 Plants for corners or sides of pool, 
2 Oxygenating plants. 
2 Floating plants. 
$ 425 
