THE AMAZING 
\ PONDEROSA LEMO 
A most interesting houseplant, both Unique 
and Useful. Perhaps you heard Paul Gibson 
describing these amazing miniature trees over 
WBBM, or saw John Ott display them on his 
TV program- “How does your Garden Grow.” 
Plants are 8 to 12 inches tall now, at full ma- 
turity will be about 2% ft. high. Foliage is 
bright Glossy-Green. The tiny waxy White 
flowers, appearing several times a year, have 
golden yellow centers, and a delightful Gar- 
denia-like fragrance, The real thrill comes 
when you discover the tiny emerald-green 
fruits peeking through, almost as if by magic, 
and developing rapidly into mammoth sized, 
bright yellow lemons, very juicy . , delicious 
for lemonade and a host of other uses, Rich in 
Vitamin C . , so good for you. Easy to grow, 
Cultural directions included with each plant, 
also a colorful plastic pot that has a reservoir- 
like base for easy watering and plant feeding, 
a package of humus to mix with your soil 
when planting a year’s supply of plant food, 
neatly packed in a cardboard container, Al! 
for Just $3.95 Postpaid, 
ILLUSTRATIONS ON 
French Tree Lilac 
Beautiful Hybrid French Lilaes rival other shrubs for popu- 
larity! Color! Fragrance! No other plant offers so much for 
so little, Hardy everywhere. Hybrid French Lilacs are leading 
the Lilac parade. Blooms early, often the first year, Mam- 
moth panicles measure from 7 to 12 inches, Billowy masses 
of gorgeous clusters fill the air with perfumed loveliness, 
Budded on hardwood, non-suckering roots. Three exquisite 
colors: Chas, X, large double flowers of wine-red, fine for 
cutting. Marie Legraye, snowy white. Ludwig Spaeth, rich 
crimson-purple. PRICES: 12/18”, 2-yr. field grown $1,35 each; 
3 for $3.45, 
Creeping Phlox 
The Perfect Ground Blanket, Cherished as much for its 
refreshing evergreen foliage as for its masses of flowers that 
appear in April and early May. Colors: Snowy white and rosy 
pink, One of the most beautiful of the low creeping plants 
is Phlox Subulata, Its diminutive spreading plants, 2 to 6 
inches high, thrive well anywhere, Ideal for borders, rock 
gardens and terraces. Plant 1 foot apart each way to make 
a dense ground cover in a short time. PRICES: 40c each; 
3) atopy SSI IE IG) sioye Sy fay, 
Three Color Althea 
A tall shrub of upright growth, rounded form, Valued for its 
late flowering season, These “Rose of Sharon” have been 
grafted to produce an outstanding and pleasing effect with 
our most popular colors, Red, White, Blue, PRICES: $2.00 
each; 2 for $3.50; 6 for $9.50, 
Ponderosa Dwarf Lemon 
GROW YOUR OWN 
LUSCIOUS FIGS 
For better,health eat more Figs, Grow 
your own, \(Texas everbearing ripens in 
June, continuing until frost, Very produc- 
tive and extra hardy. Can be grown any- 
where, even if severe cold winters kill the 
tops, bushes will sprout up from the roots. 
Bears early, often the same year planted, 
Fruit is large, the light golden flesh is 
meaty, 
and delicious, 
Good to eat 
fresh, excel- 
lent for pre- 
serving and 
drying. 
sweet 
Prices 
2-yr. 95¢ each; 
2 for $1.75; 
5 for $3.65 
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Chinese Magnolia 
(Soulangeana) 
The striking contrast of this magnificent ornamental, appear- 
ing in early spring with its large, bell-shaped flowers, 6 to 
10 inches across, white inside, pink or orchid on the outside, 
followed by rich, glossy, dark green leaves, make it a highly 
ornate specimen at all times of the year, Grows 18 to 20 feet 
high, Combines attractively with spring bulbs and perennials, 
Admirers will come by your home just to see its amazing 
beauty. This variety is the hardiest and is adapted to 
northern climates. PRICES: 18-24” $2.50 each, 2 for $4,50, 
Tree Hydrangea 
Few can equal it in magnificence or appearance, It adds 
stateliness to any landscape. The snowy white flowers chang- 
ing to a deep pink are borne in large clusters, actually they 
are enormous individual bouquets. Dry some and have a 
lovely bouquet all winter, This tree is very hardy and blooms 
lavishly from July to September. Plant along the walk or 
driveway, a pleasing contrast to lower growing plants, 
PRICES: $2.75 each; 2 for $4,50, 
Forsythia 
Earliest to bloom, Springtime’s Golden Queen, countless 
bright yellow flowers blooming in April before their leaves 
unfold. Should be included in every border or foundation 
planting, Very hardy. Five to eight feet at maturity. PRICES: 
2-3 ft, $1.00 each; 3 for $2,75; 6 for $5.00. 3-4 ft, $1.25 each; 
3 for $3.45. 
& IT'S NOT A HOME UNTIL IT'S PLANTED 
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HOPA 
ORDER EARLY! 
For Cash 
Discount 
$4.75; 6 for $8.00, 
Flowering Crab 
This picturesque beauty will lend distinction to your lawn or flower garden. A 
particularly showy specimen - just like a huge bouquet during May and June, when 
the branches are heavily laden with fragrant, large delicate pink flowers resembling 
miniature roses in form. The flowers are followed by fruit that has a bright red 
flesh which makes it doubly desirable for preserves as well as an ornament. Fruit 
lingers on until fall, The Hopa is very hardy and disease free, It undoubtedly is the 
most beautiful Flowering Crab that can be grown in the North successfully. An out- 
standing sensation for single or group planting. PRICES: 4-5 ft., $1.75 each; 3 for 
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