@) Astiise (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. 
GB 2525—Gtorta PurpureA. Purplish-carmine flowers. 
91 GB 2524—Queen ALexanneRr. Lovely soft pink blooms. 
Prices oF Astitpe. State Cat. No. Prepaid........-..+-- Each 85c 
91 GB 2528—AstiLBe GARDEN. Prepaid. 1 each of above 3.. $2.25 
faeces: 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 4-5 ft. 
‘part in rich, moist soil. Needs very little care. Hardy in all zones, 
but needs winter mulch protection in zones 8 and 9. 
1 GB 2369—BniLLiant. Clear brilliant red. 
91 GB 2370—Pinx Princess. A lovely clear pink. 
91 GB 2371—A.BINo— White flower with pink eye. 
Ices OF Hipiscus. Prepaid. State Catalog Number... .2 for 75¢ 
GB 2372—Ganrpen... -Includes 2 ea. of above 3.. All 6 for $1.95 
(Cc) Dousie HottyHock (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, 
nd well drained soil. Hardy all zones. Protect in zones 8-9. 
<B 2375—Sunset. Subtle shade of apricot yellow, 
(> Mountain Lity (Yucca filamentosa). Blooms early summer. 
J Flaunts scores of creamy white pendulous flowers like small 
mission bells from tall straight spikes, high above the stiff, sword 
shaped leaves. Needs good drainage, thrives in dry waterless 
places. Plant 2 to 3 feet apart in full sun. Hardy in zones 1-7. 
GB DRPHIESS yleyerce! 12acjojoiie le pie cen e otis OE OCR COG 2 for 75c 
‘LytHrum (Lythrum salicaria). Blooms early summer till frost. 
| Graceful flowers are closely set on 2-ft. spikes. Ideal for back- 
ounds, borders or mass planting. Thrives equally well in moist 
ady borders or in open dry locations. Willowy foliage. Fine for 
ting. Plant 2 ft. apart. Hardy in zones 1 through 8. 
| GB 2332—Rosatie. Beautiful shade of rose pink. 
91 GB 2331—Tue Beacon. Deep clear carmine-red. Presented 
ard of Merit. One of the most beautiful of all Lythrums. 
OF ABOVE LYTHRUM. State Cat. No. Prepaid........2 for 95c 
Harpy Sweet Pea (Lathyrus latifolius). Blooms from summer till 
fall. Multiple flowering strain — will bear as many as five big 
wers on each stem. Fragrant. Will trail 4-5 ft. on fences and 
bors. Plant 3 ft. apart in full sun. Hardy zones 1 through 7. 
1 GB 2324—Crimson Kina. Soft tone of rich red. 
GB 2325—Rose Queen. A delicate shade of Pink. 
3 2326—Wuire QUEEN. A pure white variety. 
_ PRICES OF ABOVE SWEET PEAS. State Cat. No. Prepaid...... 2 for 75¢ 
91 GB 2323—Garnen. Prepaid. 2 each of above 3...all 6 for $1.85 
nia 1 ,* 
PAMPAS GRASS 
rtaderia argentea) not pictured. Grows 8 ft. tall. Each stem car- 
; lovely, silky, plume-like cream to light pink flower clusters 
ich add graceful, sweeping lines wherever they are used. 
hese tall, arching grass-like plants are very useful in landscap- 
They combine beautifully with many of the Perennials, and 
e an unusual border, when planted in formal rows. Often 
d as a screen, for privacy. Especially effective when planted 
xr ponds or streams. May be dried for winter bouquets. Should 
tt be crowded; allow at least 3 feet between plants. Prefers a 
h, sandy soil, and full sunlight. Hardy in Zones | to 4, 
GB 7557—Bare-root clumps. Prepaid. Each $1.29; 3 for $3.30 
be 
LOW GROWING PERENNIALS 
(6) Ciove Pinxs (Dianthus plumarius). Scoticus Strain. Blooms 
throughout summer and early fall. Old fashioned favorites. 
Delightful fringed flowers 2 inches across, bear the rich, spicy 
scent of clove. Graceful, feathery, silver-gray foliage makes 
lovely color harmony. Beautiful in bouquets. Excellent for rock 
garden or rock wall. Thrives in dry, sunny position and in any 
ordinary, well drained soil, especially well in limed soil. Plant 
8 inches apart. Mixture of pink, white and rose. Includes some 
double varieties. No color choice. Hardy in all zones. 
91-GB 2329—Shipped Prepaid <. 0.66.62. sn ee ean eens 2 for 70c 
(H) CREEPING PHLox (Phlox subulata). Blooms in late spring. 
Dwarf spreading plant with small moss-like leaves forming a 
dense mat. Good ground cover or edging. Makes a beautiful 
spring border with tulips. Plant 12 in. apart in rich well drained 
soil and in full sun. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GB 2367—Rosza. Clear brilliant pink. 
91 GB 2365—Buve Hits. Beautiful lavender blue. 
91 GB 2366—Crimson Beauty. Largest of the red types. 
91 GB 2368—Earty Snowr.ake. A blanket of white. 
Prices oF CREEPING PHLOx. Prepaid. State Cat. No.....2 for 90¢ 
91 GB 2364—Puiox GARDEN. Prepaid. 1 each of 4 above. .$1.60 
o{3) Forcet-Me-Not, Basy Biue Eyes (Myosotis scorpioides). 
Blooms from spring until fall. One of the largest Forget-Me-Not 
varieties. A cheerful carpet of dainty blue flowers with white eye 
in small tight clusters with dark foliage. Blooms freely. Thrives 
best in cool, moist, partially shaded place, Plant 8 inches apart. 
Hardy in all zones, but protect with mulch in zones 7 through 9. 
OIKGB 2317—Shipped Prepaid ok... ons vie a bs owe cio 2 for 75c 
(K) VioLEets (Viola odorata). Bloom in spring and sometimes 
again in early winter. Sweetly fragrant. Grand for cutting. 
Good ground cover. Grow luxuriantly in any moist, partly shad- 
ed soil. Require little care. Plant 12 in. apart. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GB 2576—Royat Rose. One of the loveliest varieties—its blos- 
soms of deep, rich violet-blue rival pansies in size. Very free 
flowering. Prepaid......Each 55c; 3 for $1.50; 6 for $2.75 
91 GB 2577—Princess OF WALES. Fragrant deep, rich purple 
flowers with extremely long stems. One of the finest of all violet 
varieties. Prepaid...... Each 40c; 3 for $1.05; 6 for $1.95 
Vinca Minor. Periwinkle. Improved Bowles Variety. Blooms 
profusely in spring and intermittently until fall. Better in 
every way than the ordinary Vinca or Periwinkle. Foliage is 
broader, glossy green, and makes a luxuriant growth. Rich blue 
flowers about the size of a quarter. Makes an evergreen ground 
cover in mild climates. Fine under shrubs or trees, with spring 
flowering bulbs, or for grave coverings. Plant 10-12 in. apart in 
any ordinary soil, in sun or shade. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GB 2338—Shipped Prepaid............ 2 for 65c; 25 for $5.75 
FERNS FOR COOL SHADY SPOTS 
Plant ferns in that cool, shady spot where neither grass nor flow- 
ers will grow, or interplant among Begonias, Astilbe, Lythrum or 
other shade loving plants. The graceful foliage (fronds) of these 
beautiful, green plants will turn neglected corners into beauty 
spots. Fine on the north side of the house or under trees. Plant 
12 to 18 in. apart in light, well-drained soil, during the spring 
or fall. Hardy in all Zones. See Zone Map, Page S$]. 
91 GB 2512—Matpewnnair. (Adiantum cuneatum.) Wiry, slen- 
der black stems with delicate green fronds. Very attractive. 
A favorite for its fine lacy texture. Protect in severe climates. 
9] GB 2511—GotoiEs. (Dryopteris goldiana.) Broad, bright green 
fronds with arching, spreading habit. Best in deep shade. 
91 GB 2510—Osrtricu. (Pteretis nodulosa.) Long feathery, grace- 
ful fronds. Dense foliage and long spires. Tall growing. 
91 GB 2513—InTERRUPTED. (Osmunda claytoniana.) Broad, light 
green fronds. Good for sun and shade. Does best in moist soil, 
but grows in dry ground. Good foundation planting. 
Prices OF ABOVE FERNS 
State Catalog Number. Shipped Prepdid............... 2 for 75c 
9] GB 2514—Fern CoLLecTiIon oF 4. Includes one each of the 
ferns listed above. Shipped Prepaid............ All 4 for $1.35 
TH1s BOOK IS FOR YEAR ‘ROUND USE. ORDERS MAY BE PLACED FOR BOTH SPRING AND FALL PLANTING. 
BE sURE TO SEE ZONE Map oN Pace 91. ALL NurseRY Srock SHIPPED PREPAID, SEE PAGE 41. 
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