of all artists, so do not let your fear of wrong 
color combinations keep you from having fun 
growing flowers. 
In these days of turmoil, it is soul healing 
to get out by yourself and dig in God’s Good 
Earth. 
In planning the flower garden, try to put 
the taller ones at the back, the medium height 
in the center of the border and the shorter 
ones at the front. The very fact that some 
will not be the height you expect will make 
your garden more attractive and less monot- 
onous. But do have enough of one color or 
‘variety in a place to make a showing and 
avoid that spotty look one plant gives. Differ- 
ent texture leaves as well as color of foliage 
can add interest when bloom is scarce, so give 
this some consideration when planning the 
flower border. If possible, try to have the bor- 
der about 5 feet deep. A border less than 3 
feet seldom shows to a good advantage if 
planted with a large variety of plants. 
After the mulch is removed, one of the first 
things to do is separate the perennials need- 
ing it. Do not permit the perennials to become 
too crowded. If they did not do well last sea- 
son, and have not been divided for some time 
and appear crowded, this should definitely be 
done. Sometimes a perennial will do better 
in a different location. The drainage, shade 
or soil may cause this. 
Some perennials seem to prefer spring di- 
viding. Platacodon (balloon flower), is one of 
these. Heuchera (Coral Bell) can be divided 
spring or fall. In the fall it should be done 
early enough for the new division to become 
established before cold weather, or in the 
spring before the new growth is too far along. 
Each little rosette will make a good plant. If 
the crown of Heuchera is permitted to become 
crowded it will die out. 
To divide Phlox or Mums, dig and wash all 
the soil off the roots. Then divide into from 
one to three stems per plant. If the roots do 
GAILLARDIA (Blanket Flower). P-4. (1% feet.) <A splendid 
showy perennial; very satisfactory as cut flowers. The stems 
are of good length, carry the flowers well. Pkt., 10c. ANTOre 
GLOBE AMARANTH (Gomphrena Globosa). A-1. (10 inches.) 
A good bedding plant. The flowers resemble clover blos- 
soms, are of purplish-red, white and striped colors. Pkt., 10c. 
GREEN BELLS OF IRELAND, A-1. A most interesting plant, 
producing green bell-like flowers that make beautiful winter 
bouquets. Pkt., 25c. 
GYPSOPHILA A-1 
(1 foot.) Small white and pink fairy-like flowers, borne 
on long, feathery stems. Blooms from first of July till 
frost. 
Elegans Pink. ‘This delicate rose-pink flower makes a beauti- 
ful border. Pkt., 10c. 
HELIANTHUS or SUNFLOWER A-1 
(3 to 5 feet.) These new ornamental sunflowers are ex- 
cellent for garden planting for screening unsightly places 
and also for bouquets. 
Helianthus Globosus (Double). Flowers are large, double and 
of rich saffron color. Pkt., 10c. 
RED SUNFLOWER. Horticulturists have been trying for years 
to get a Red Sunflower. They have now come very near it, 
red flowers tipped with yellow. This is a decided novelty and 
will please you. Pkt. 10c. 
HELICHRYSUM MONSTROSUM. (18 inches). Good shape, 
size and of desirable colors—yellow, sulphur, cream, white, 
pink, rose,, and crimson. Bloom from July until destroyed by 
frosts. Pkt. 10c. 
HELIOTROPE. House plant. Highly valued for the blue color 
and fragrance of the clusters of small saucer-shaped flowers. 
Can also be sown outdoors in May. Pkt., 10c. 
HOLLYHOCKS. P-4. (5 feet.) They require a deep rich soil. 
Hardy. double. Pkt., 10c. 
ICELAND POPPY (Papaver Nudicaule). P-4. (1% feet.) Dwarf 
neat habit, forming a tuft of bluish green fern-like foliage. 
Blooms all summer. Pkt., 10c. . 
ICE PLANT (Mesembryanthemum Crystallinum). A-1l. (6 
inches.) A dwarf plant of trailing habit. The surface of the 
foliage is covered with particles resembling crystals of ice 
glistening in the sun. Pkt., 10c. 
JOB’S TEARS (Coix Lachrymae). A-1. (3 feet.) Curious 
ornamental grass from Hast Indies, with broad, corn-like 
leaves and seeds of a light slate color. Beads are sometimes 
strung from the seeds. Pkt., 10c. 
LANTANA P-4. Shrubbery plant producing clusters of flowers 
which constantly change their color. May be grown in pots 
or set out in summer. They have an agreeable aromatic 
perfume. House plant. Pkt., 10c. 
LARKSPUR (Delphinium Ajacis Annual). <A-2 (2 to 3 feet.) 
The annual varieties include the rocket hyacinth-flowered 
larkspurs, so called from their long, narrow flower spikes. 
Tall Mixed, Dwarf Mixed. Pkt., 10c. 
LINUM GRANDIFLORUM RUBRUM (Scarlet Flax). A-1 (18 
inches.) The flowers are deep crimson with black centers and 
saucer-shaped. Pkt., 10c. 
LOBELIA. <A-1. (6 inches.) Make a neat and effective edging 
for geraniums and ornamental leaved plants; pretty for bas- 
kets and vases and porch boxes. Colors are deep blue and 
blue marked with white. Pkt., 10c. 
MARIGOLD—YELLOW SUPREME 
MARIGOLD A-1 
Bears a profusion of flowers of brilliant shades of yel- 
low marked with maroon and brown. They are about 1% 
inches in diameter. 
Yellow Supreme. Large flower of rich lemon yellow color. 
Sweet scented. Plants vigorous and foliage has very little 
of Marigold odor. Pkt., 15c. 
Dwarf Double French. Pkt., 10c. 
Guinea Gold. Produces a compact plant literally covered with 
blossoms often measuring 2% inches across that somewhat 
resemble a large carnation. The color is a brilliant golden 
orange, and quite free from the usual Marigold odor. Height 
2 feet. Pkt., 10c. 
Tall Double African. Pkt., 10c. 
Tall Orange Prince. A new Marigold. Bears enormous orange- 
colored flowers of the quilled type. It is hardy, a free bloomer 
and a most satisfactory variety. Pkt., 10c. 
MIGNONETTE A-1 
(1 foot.) Fragrant blossoms continuously through the 
summer and until after severe frosts. This can also be 
grown in pots for winter flowering. 
Sweet Grandiflora. Large flowering, very fragrant. Pkt., 10c. 
Golden Queen. Golden yellow color. Pkt., 10c. 
MOURNING BRIDE (Scabiosa Atropurpurea). A-1. (18 inches.) 
These hardy annuals show a great variation of color, and the 
long stems and keeping qualities of the blossoms make this 
one of the best annuals for bouquets. Pkt., 10c. 
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