Aster 
The old-time China Asters have been greatly improved in 
recent years and the wilt-resistant strains make them easy to 
grow. In late summer and autumn these showy annuals pro- 
vide an abundance of color and an unbeatable source of cut- 
flowers. 
463 Ballet Type Mixed. 20 in. A new improved early 
Aster. It is highly wilt resistant. A well-balanced color 
range which includes purple, rose, light blue and white. If 
seed is started early inside, they bloom as early as June. 
Graceful spreading habit. Pkt. 35 cts.; 4oz. $1.00. 
Crego (Ostrich Feather). 214 ft. The plants are of free- 
branching habit and the large double blooms with delight- 
fully curled petals are long lasting in the garden. 
462 Crimson 461 Blue 459 Shell-Pink 
460 White 461A Purple 459A Rose 
Each variety, pkt. 25 cts.; oz. 95 cts. 
458 Mixed. Pkt. 15 cts.; l4oz. 60 cts. 
Giant Branching Wilt-resistant. 2 to 3 ft. From mid- 
summer to frost they flower profusely. Blooms are 314 to 
4 inches across and fully double. 
464 Crimson 464B Shell-Pink 464D Purple 
464A White 464C Rose 464E Blue 
Each variety, pkt. 25 cts.; 140z. 95 cts. 
464F Mixed. Pkt. 15 cts.; Yoz. 60 cts. 
465 Single Giants of California. 214 ft. The single Asters 
are preferred by many for their simple beauty of form. 
Mixed, pkt. 25 cts.; Woz. 95 cts. 
BALSAM. Lady Slipper. 114 ft. A tender annual that 
assumes the form of a miniature tree. Each branch is topped 
with clusters of double, rosette-like blooms. 
345A Bush Pink 345B Bush Red 345C Bush White 
Each variety, pkt. 25 cts. 
Double Bush Mixed. Pkt. 25 cts. 
BEGONIA. For greenhouse culture and for bedding outside. 
The showy Begonias are an abundant source of color through 
the season. For outdoor use start seed in January. Grow 
well in partial shade. 
396 Dwarf Luminosa. 10 in. Crimson-scarlet. Foliage 
reddish brown. Pkt. 75 cts. 
396A Adeline. 8 in. Rose-pink. Foliage dark green. Pkt. 
75 cts. 
396B Ball Red. 10 in. Pure red flowers with green foliage. 
Pkt 75. cts: 
396C White Pearl. 
Pkt. $1.00. 
Tuberous Rooted. 1 ft. 
396D Single, Mixed. Pkt. 75 cts. 
396E Double Mixed. Pkt. $1.00. 
For Begonia bulbs see page 8. 
325 BELLS OF IRELAND. 2 ft. Graceful branching stems 
loaded with 2-inch flowers that are bell shaped. Color of 
flower is green and white. Outstandingly good for arranging. 
Pkt. 35 cts.; Ygoz. 75 cts. 
345 BRACHYCOME. Swan River Daisy. 10 in. Lacy foli- 
age clothes the slender stems of this daisy-like annual with 
blooms of blue, white or lavender, often marked with dark 
zones. Mixed, pkt. 25 cts.; Moz. 60 cts. 
395 BROWALLIA speciosa (major). 1 ft. For shady gar- 
dens, or as a pot-plant, the choice star-shaped flowers of 
bright blue are decidedly attractive. For outdoor use the 
plants must be started in February. Pkt. 75 cts.; }goz. $2.00. 
10 in. Pure white with green foliage. 
Calendula . Pot-Marigold 
11 ft. For broad masses in the garden this free-flowering 
annual is well worth growing. Seed may be started early in- 
doors in March, or else sown directly outside in May when 
danger of frost is past. 
350 Apricot Beauty. A new and lovelier apricot with larger 
flowers and longer stems than the older varieties. Pkt. 
25 cts.; loz. 60 cts. 
350A Campfire. A recent introduction of brilliant orange. 
Pkt. 25 cts.; l4oz. 60 cts. 
348A Cream Beauty. Creamy white with long, straight 
stems. Pkt. 25 cts.; Woz. 75 cts. 
348 Lemon Beauty. Large, pure Jemon-yellow flowers on 
long stems. Pkt. 15 cts.; Yoz. 60 cts. 
349 Persimmon Beauty. Bright orange blooms of im- 
mense size. Pkt. 25 cts.; Yoz. 65 cts. 
347 Pacific Beauty Mixed. Full of surprises, this Mixture 
contains many delightful shades that look well arranged in 
old-time pottery. Pkt. 25 cts.; Moz. 60 cts. 
352 CALLIOPSIS, Special Mixture. 2 to 314 ft. Sow out- 
side in April or May and thin to stand 6 or 8 inches apart. 
The single and semi-double flowers come in yellow, orange 
and red shades and in combinations of these colors. Blooms 
from early summer until frost. Pkt. 15 cts.; 140z. 60 cts. 
351 CANARY-BIRD FLOWER. 10 to 15 ft. Very dainty 
climber with nasturtium-like flowers of canary-yellow, which 
appear like small canary birds from a distance. Does well 
in shade. Pkt. 25 cts.; l4oz. 50 cts. 
CANDYTUFT, Umbellata. 1 ft. A quick-blooming annual 
(eight weeks from seed). You can use it for an edging or in 
broad masses. Sow seed thinly and make successive plant- 
ings for a continuous supply of cut-flowers. 
346 Lilac 346B Pink 
346A Carmine 
Each variety, pkt. 15 cts.; I40z. 50 cts. 
346D Mixed. Pkt. 15 cts.; l4oz. 35 cts. 
372 CARDINAL CLIMBER. Dark green foliage with 
cardinal-scarlet blooms, 1 to 14% inches across. Very spec- 
tacular. Vines grow 15 feet tall. Blooms all summer until 
fall. Hummingbirds love this dainty vine. Pkt. 25 cts.; 
Yoz. $1.00. 
CARNATIONS, Enfant de Nice. 114 ft. Blooms in five 
months from seed. Vigorous in growth, pleasing in color 
range and free blooming, these fragrant Carnations are a 
welcome addition to the home garden. 
360 Maroon 360B White 
360A Rose 
Each variety, pkt. 50 cts.; goz. $2.50 
360D Mixed. Pkt. 35 cts.; oz. $1.25. 
CHRYSANTHEMUM, Annual. Painted Daisy. 2 to 4 ft. 
Sow the seed indoors early or outdoors in May. Many 
varieties, both single and double, are available in a mul- 
titude of colors. Especially desirable for broad masses and 
a convenient source of cut-flowers. Blooms July to October. 
353 Mixed Varieties. Pkt. 25 cts.; oz. 75 cts. 
232 Korean Hybrids. 3 ft. Although this is perennial the 
seed can be started tndoors in March for Fall bloom. Large 
single and semi-double flowers. Pkt. $1.00; lgoz. $2.00. 
240 COLEUS, Rainbow Mixed. For bedding or as house 
plants this colorful-leaved plant has long been popular. For 
best coloring grow in full sun. For best results start seed | 
early indoors. Pkt. 35 cts.; Ygoz. $1.25. | 
346C White 
360C Yellow 
Celosia 
Curious and interesting are these colorful annuals which 
flower in several forms. Start the seed early tndoors or in a 
coldframe or outdoors in May. Blooms from midsummer 
until frost. 
Childsi. Chinese Woolflower. 21% ft. The blooms, like 
balls of wool, are borne at the ends of the stems of pyramidal 
plants. Shades of pink, yellow, red. 
358 Mixed only. Pkt. 15 cts.; oz. 50 cts. 
Cristata. Cockscomb. The unique flowers of plush-like tex- 
ture resemble a huge cockscomb and appear in shades of red 
and yellow. 
357 Tall Royal Velvet. 2 ft. Very rich crimson. Foliage is 
bronzy green with reddish margins. Pkt. 25 cts.; oz. 50 
cts. 
357B Toreador. 2 ft. 1955 Bronze Medal Winner. Striking 
new annual. Rich bright red color, glowing with fiery 
brightness. Pkt. 35 cts.; 4eoz. $2.50. 
357A Tall Mixed. 2 ft. Pkt. 15 cts.; 4goz. 40 cts. 
Plumosa. 2 ft. Like gay ostrich plumes, the long wavy 
flower spikes on sturdy stems make a brilliant display in 
late summer and autumn. 
358A Crimson 358J Orange 358K Mixed 
Each variety, pkt. 25 cts.; 140z. 90 cts. 
358D Pride of Castle Gould. A selected Plumosa mixture. 
The compact, pyramidal plants produce immense flower 
heads of all colors including red, salmon, orange and gold. 
Pkt. 25 cts.; Koz. 60 cts. 
CLARKIA elegans. 2 ft. Double, small, dainty rose-like 
flowers appear along the wiry stems of this unusual annual. 
Mostly used for bedding. 
351A White Prince 351C Scarlet Queen 
351B Salmonea 
Each variety, pkt. 25 ct.; 140z. 60 cts. 
367A COBAEA scandens. Cup-and-Saucer Vine. An an- 
nual climber with large, bell-shaped, purple flowers. A very 
rapid grower attaining a height of 30 to 50 feet in a season. 
Will cling to any rough surface. Start seed indoors in March 
or outdoors in May. Pkt. 35 cts.; 1goz. 95 cts. 
351D Mixed 
Centaurea 
Cyanus. Double Cornflower or Bachelors-Button. 21% ft. 
Like Calliopsis this easy-to-grow annual often self-sows, 
reappearing in the garden year after year, but for pure 
colors, you must plant each year. 
355A White. Crimson. Rose. 
355B Black Boy. Rich blackish maroon. 
356A Blue Boy. Large blooms of deep blue. 
356B Jubilee Gem. 1 ft. A compact variety of vivid blue. 
355C Double Mixed. A wide range of colors effective for 
mass planting. 
Each variety, pkt. 15 cts.; 140z. 50 cts.; oz. $1.50 
354E Imperialis Mixed. Sweet Sultan. 2 ft. The large 
fluffy flowers on long stems look like suspended tassels. 
Something different for flower arrangements. Pkt. 25 cts.; 
Yoz. 75 cts. 
354A Gymnocarpa. Dusty Miller. 114 ft. Silvery gray 
foliage in compact shrub-like masses. An attractive edging 
plant. Fern-like foliage. Pkt. 35 cts.; oz. 75 cts. 
