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PERENNIALS FOR LATE SPRING AND EARLY SUMMER 
Perennials below bloom from late spring through early summer. Pro- 
vide an interesting assortment of colors, with white Daisies for contrast. 
(a) ORIENTAL Poppy. (Papaver orientale.) Bloom in late spring and 
early summer. Medium-tall growing. In their season poppies 
are the most outstanding plants in the garden. Vivid, glowing colors. 
The huge blooms on tall graceful stems are best displayed against a 
green background of hedge or shrubs, Easy to grow and thrive in all 
zones, need winter mulch in zones 6 through 9. (See zone Map Page 62.) 
Plant 12-18 inches apart in deep, rich, well drained soil and full sun. 
Shipped Prepaid in Spring or Fall. 
(A) 91 GM 2420—PHENOMENAL. One of the largest poppies. Beautiful 
rich, satiny pink blooms, Tall sturdy stems....... Each 60c; 3 for $2.25 
(B) 91 GM 2421—Henri CayeaAux. Delicate lavender, shading to bur- 
gundy. Lovely with spring flowers.............. Each 80c; 3 for $2.25 
(C) 91 GM 2422—WurtTEMBERGIA. Beautiful large flower in a vibrant 
_ Shade of rose-red that is very striking..........: Each 80c; 3 for $2.25 
91 GM 2423—Poppy Garpen. Includes one each of 3 varieties above. 
A gay splash of color for the spring border.....Prepaid. All 3 for $1.90 
(0) Sweet WILL1aM (Dianthus barbatus).Blooms in late spring. Medium- 
low growing. This wonderful old fashioned favorite comes in a vivid 
splash of colors ranging from purest white to dark red. One inch florets 
in four-to-six inch clusters so that each bloom is a solid little bouquet. 
Very fragrant. Good for cutting. Gray-green narrow-leafed foliage. 
Easy to grow in any well drained soil. Very hardy in all zones. Plant 
12 inches apart in full sun. Shipped Prepaid in Spring or Fall. 
91 GM 2342—Catico., Interesting shades of red and pink with white eye. 
91 GM 2339—Scar.et Beauty. Clusters of brilliant scarlet florets. 
91 GM 2343—PurpLe Beauty. Unusual variety with dense purple tufts. 
PRICES OF ABOVE SWEET WILLIAM. Prepaid. State Cat. No...... 2 for 80c 
91 GM 2341—Sweet WILLIAM GARDEN. Includes 2 each of above three 
varieties. For late spring bouquets. Shipped Prepaid..... All 6 for $2.15 
(E) Paintep Daisy. (Chrysanthemum coccineum.) Blooms in late spring. 
Medium height. Bright showy flowers in a gay array of colors rang- 
ing from deep rich crimson to light pink and white. Treasured for cutting. 
If cut back in Midsummer, they'll spring up again and bloom in fall. 
Do well even in partial shade, but require good drainage. Plant 12 
inches apart in spring or fall. Hardy all zones. Prepaid. 
91 GM 2385—Rosinson Rep. Generous display of deep red blooms. 
91 GM 2386—Sinc.e Hyrsrips. Flowers are big—the colors are mixed, 
91 GM 2387—Semi-Double Hybrids. Assortment of mixed colors. 
Prices OF ABOVE PAINTED DarsiEs. Prepaid. State Cat. No...2 for 90c 
91 GM 2388—Darsy GARDEN. 2 each of 3 above. Prepaid. All 6 for $2.35 
(6) SuHaAsTaA Daisies. (Chrysanthemum maximum.) Bloom in early 
summer. Medium height. Easy to grow. Exceptionally free flow- 
ering. One of the most satisfactory white flowers for the Perennial 
Garden. Lend themselves well to floral arrangements. Thrive in a sun- 
ny location. Plant 12 in. apart, spring or fall. Hardy in all zones. 
(F) 91 GM 2314—Grant Atasxa. Handsome plants with large, glistening 
white flowers. Golden-yellow centers. Prepaid....Each 45c; 3 for $1.20 
(G) 91 GM 2384—DousLE Marconi. Double row of fine-cut, fringed pet- 
als. Flowers often 4 in. across. Yellow centers. Prepaid. Each 45c;3 for $1.20 
PERENNIALS FOR EARLY SUMMER THROUGH FALL 
Flowers below bloom from early summer through fall. Plant with the 
early-blooming varieties at left, for a continuous succession of bloom. 
(H) 91 GM 2337—VeErROoNICcA, CRATER LAKE BLUE. (Veronica maritima.) 
The old favorite Speedwell. Blooms from early summer through fall. 
Medium in height. Half of its height is covered with rich, deep blue 
spikes of bloom. One of the best perennial plants for the border. Its 
graceful form, beautiful color and abundance of bloom make it a 
favorite for summer bouquets. This improved variety will withstand 
hot, dry weather. Grows almost anywhere. Prefers moist soil, and full 
sun, but will do well in part shade. Plant 12 inches apart in spring or 
fall. Hardy in all zones, Shipped Prepaid..............0e+0005 2 for 95c 
(K) AcHILLEA. Blooms from early summer through fall. Medium 
height. Compact flowerheads like clusters of miniature mums, 
Each flower about Y2 inch across. Excellent for cut tlowers, and make 
showy border plants. Often used as a facer for shrubbery. Blooms so 
abundantly flowers can be picked every day. Thrive in any type soil, 
but do best in well drained, sunny location. Hottest sun does not retard 
its blooming. Plant 10 in. apart in spring or fall, Hardy in all zones. 
(J) 91 GM 2301—Tue Peart. (A. ptarmica.) Pure white open clusters 
resemble miniature pompon mums. Medium height. Toothed foliage. 
Excellent for Cutting eM RLepocy as: vat eee ee od oe Sidi we La tees ere eels 2 for 85¢ 
(K) 91 GM 2305—Pinx AcHILLEA. (A. millefolium roseum.) Dense clusters 
vary from deep rose to pale pink. Feathery, fern-like foliage. Pleasant 
fragrance. A spreading plant, with branching stems, Taller than 
The-PearlasShipped \Prepaid.< ar aks - sees eae wre aoa tees isisteneaanes 2 for 85¢ 
91 GM 2306—DoronicumM—Mne. Mason. (Leopardbane) (D. caucasi- 
cum). Blooms freely from spring until fall. Medium height. Bright 
yellow flowers with long, stiff stems. Excellent for bcrder; bloom when, 
mest other yellow flowers are gone. Thrive best in rich loam, in sun or 
partial shade. Plant 6 to 8 inches apart, in spring or fall. Hardy in all 
zones, but need winter protection in zones 8—9. 
SoMpped Prepaldiscwin ne ieee Mie aah ee a Each 75c; 3 for $2.10 
(m) 91 GM 2308—PensTEeMoN, Rose ELF. (P. barbatus.) Blooms in summer. 
Tall species of rich rose-pink bells on compact plants with glossy 
foliage. Free blooming. Good for cutting. Hardy in Zones 1-8; should be 
mulched in winter in Zone 8. Plant in sun or partial shade. 
Shipped! Prepaida cx ake = pian ie Soe iets abe Each 50; 3 for $1.35 
91 GM 2309—ButTerFLyY FLower. (Asclepias tuberosa.) Blooms in 
midsummer. Medium height. Makes a brilliant border, visible at 
great distances. Glossy orange petals form large 3 to 5-inch clusters. — 
Thrives in well drained, sandy soil, in full sun, Plant 12 inches apart in 
spring or fall. Hardy in all zones. Shipped Prepaid. Each 55c; 3 for $1.50 
GAILLARDIA. (Gaillardia aristata.) Blooms all summer and _ fall. 
Medium height. Produces dozens of vivid 3-inch flowers. Excellent 
for a perennial border; outlast many other perennials. Valuable as cut 
flowers. Thrives in droughts, needs little water. Plant 12 inches apart in 
rich, light soil and full sun. Hardy in all zones. 
91 GM 2318—Burcunpy. Deep, reddish brown with darker centers. 
91 GM 2319—Dazzter. Brilliant shade of tangerine and bronze. 
91 GM 2320—Suneop. Lovely shade of rich golden yellow. 
Price OF ABOVE GAILLARDIA. Shipped Prepaid.............. 2 for 85c 
91 GM 2321—GaILLARDIA GARDEN. | each of above 3. Prepaid....$1.15 
STOKESIA 2 tor 95C 
91 GM 2378—STOKESIA, 
BLtuE Moon. (Stokesia 
laevis). (At left). Blooms 
late summer and_ fall. 
Grows about 15 in. tall. 
Immense, light blue tlow- 
ers often 3 to 4 inches 
across. Look like China 
Asters. Stems purplish in 
color, covered with white 
wooly hairs; foliage unus- 
ual grey-green in color. 
Unsurpassed for center of 
perennial beds. Well- 
branched, erect growth 
habit. Blooms profusely 
and is not attacked by in- 
sects. Plant 12 inches apart 
in a sunny, well-drained 
location, spring or fall. 
Hardy in all zones. 
Shipped Prepaid. 2 for 95c 
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DIANTHUS 2 for QOC 
(R) 91 GM 2550—D1anrTHus, 
WALLACE Rep. (Dianthus 
latifolius), Blooms all sum- 
mer until fall. Medium low 
height. Brilliant crimson 
clusters of flowers that look 
like small carnations. Bloom 
well the first season, and 
better each year thereafter. 
Mature plants have about 
50 flowers during one sea- 
son. Delightful, spicy carna- 
tion fragrance. Popular for 
cutting; keep well for sev- 
eral days. Good variety for 
the sunny, exposed places 
in beds, borders and rock 
gardens. Thrives in well- 
drained location. Plant 8 to 
12 in. apart in spring or fall. 
Hardy in all zones. Shipped 
Prepaidiiic. ass 2 for 90c 
AGERATUM 2 tor Q5C 
91 GM 2302— AcERATUM, 
(Eupatorium coelestini- 
um). Blooms late summer 
until cut down by frost. Low 
growing. Sparkling, azure 
blue, ball-shaped flowers in 
compact clusters cover each 
plant. Plants increase in size 
the second year. Neat, com- 
pact habit of growth makes 
it.an excellent choice for 
border around perennial 
* bed or rock garden. Es- 
pecially fine for small floral 
arrangements; last for sev-_ 
eral days after cutting. 
Easy to grow in almost any > 
type soil. Thrive in full sun 
or partial shade. Plant 8 in. 
apart, spring or fall. Hardy 
in all zones. Shipped Pre- Be 
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