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New Giant Polyanthus 
(Colossal Strain). Florets 
often as large asa silver dollar, 
in heads 4 to 8 inches across. 
Color range most varied, with 
many rare shades. Hardy. 65c 
each; 3 for $1.65; 6 for $3.00; FUNKIA (Hosta) 
12 for $5.50. - 
Not illustrated 
Indispensable plants for gardens, Funktas 
grow well in sun or shade. Their blooms are 
like small-clustered lilies, and the foliage has a 
rich and enduring quality that is very decorative 
for ground-cover use. Especially recommended 
for shade. 
Glauca. The large leaves have a pleasing blue- 
gray cast. Spikes of pale blue flowers. July, 
August. 75c each; 3 for $2.00. 
Lancifolia. Glossy, narrow foliage; lilac-blue 
flowers. 2 ft. August. 60c each; 3 for $1.50; 
6 for $2.75; 12 for $4.85. 
Minor alba. A rare form of dwarf habit. White 
flowers on 1-foot stalks in midsummer. 75e 
each; 3 for $2.00. 
Subcordata grandiflora alba. The old- 
fashioned August Lily; one of the most 
permanent of perennials. Makes a delightful 
shady border. 75c each; 3 for $2.00; 6 for 
_ $3.50; 12 for $6.50. 
Undulata variegata. A form with variegated 
foliage. Blue flowers in July. 2 ft. 60c each; 
3 for $1.50; 6 for $2.75; 12 for $4.85. 
BLUE PRIMROSES 
Not illustrated. Beau- 
tiful blue shades of the 
popular old favorite Cow- 
slips. Stock limited. 65c 
each; 3 for $1.65; 6 for 
| $3.00. 
CHRISTMAS ROSE (Helleborus niger) 
Rare and interesting 
THE CHRISTMAS ROSE 
(Helleborus) 
Niger. This hardy perennial attracts great Interest 
wherever it is grown, because of its lovely single 
white flowers and its unique blooming season— 
December to March. The flowers are flushed 
with pink and are borne on sturdy stems. A 
partly shaded location is necessary, and the soil 
should be enriched with equal parts of manure, 
leaf mold, sand and good loam. Watering is 
essential during dry periods in the summer. 
$1.25 each; 3 for $3.25; 12 for $12.00. 
Orientalis atrorubens. A new red Lenten 
Rose producing crimson-purple flowers from 
February to April. Numerous blooms on 12 to 
15-inch stems. An easy and strong-growing va- 
riety. $1.00 each; 3 for $3.00; 6 for $5.00. 
ANEMONE, September Sprite. A lovely miniature Anem- 
one resembling Hupehensis, but smaller and more dainty. 
A free bloomer with neat, compact habit, 12 to 18 inches 
high. A charming rock-garden or border plant for late 
summer and early fall blooms. 60c each; 3 for $1.50; 6 for 
$2.75; 12 for $4.85, 
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ACONITUM Fischeri 
ACONITUM 
(Monkshood) 
Picturesque plants for shady gardens, preferring rich, 
moist soil. They will also do well in full sun or partial 
shade. 
Bicolor. A rare form with blue and white flowers; 
of easy culture. 3 ft. Early fall. 
Fischeri. Loose heads of dark blue flowers. 2 to 3 ft. 
September. 
Napelius, Sparks’ Variety. Violet-blue. 4 ft. July, 
August. 
Wilsoni. Attractive foliage and rich deep blue flowers. 
4 to 5 ft. October. 
60c each; 3 for $1.50; 6 for $2.75; 12 for $4.85 
TROLLIUS 
All Trollius prefer rather rich, moist soil and at least 
partial shade. These giant, buttercup<like flowers are 
very showy and create much interest. 
Europzus, Pritchard Giant. Showy, very large, 
: globe-shaped, orange flowers on 2-foot stems during 
Iba. Single: white. May and June and occasionally again in the fall. 
Europzus, Lemon Queen. Similar to the above 
but with lemon-colored blooms. 
Ledebouri, Golden Queen. A handsome variety with 
-do large, open flowers of beautiful golden yellow. In 
60c each; 3 for $1.50; 6 for $2. bloom about three weeks later than Europzeus sorts— 
SPECIAL COLLECTION OFFER June and Jnlyy 3 ft. 
NO.4S-20: 1 each of the 5 fc | 75c each; 3 for $2.00; 6 for $3.75; 12 for $7.00 
SPECIAL COLLECTION FEI 12 
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TROLLIUS. Among the very showiest of perennials. 
NO.4S-20A: 3 each of the 5 fo 
