Poterium Obtusum (See page 79) 
Scabiosa Caucasica, Isaac House Hybrids 
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Rudbeckia, The King 
RUDBECKIA - Coneflower 
Hardy, free-flowering and easily grown perennials, somewhat akin to the 
Sunflowers in habit. Excellent and showy plants for sunny or partially 
shaded borders, and for yielding flowers for cutting. 
Culture. Ordinary soil in sun or shade. Can be grown singly or in groups. 
Plant in qutumn or spring, 12 to 15 inches apart. Divide and replant 
every third year. 
Goldsturm Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00 
Developed in Europe during the war where it is extremely popular. The 
large, deep yellow Daisy-like flowers often 3 to 4 inches across have a 
handsome bronzy black cone in the center. They are produced in the 
greatest abundance on nicely branched stems, blooming throughout 
July, August and September. Here is a plant which is not bothered by 
insects, heat or drought and is hardy anywhere; requires practically no 
care. A fine new addition to the summer blooming hardy plants. 
The King Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00 
It bears its large, star-like, deep crimson-red flowers nobly on stiff stems. 
An established clump will produce from 10 to 20 fine spikes, never 
failing, no matter how hot or dry it may be. From half open buds to 
the orange-brown seed pod, the plant is always attractive. Insect free, 
not bothered by weather, easily grown, almost indestructible. Height 
3 feet. 
SALVIA - Meadow Sage or Clary 
Showy, hardy plants of medium growth and of easy cultivation in sunny 
borders. The flowers are borne in spikes, racemes or panicles; and are 
very attractive during the summer and autumn months. 
Culture. Those listed will thrive in good, ordinary soil in sunny positions, 
are best grown in masses in the larger borders. Plant in autumn or 
early spring, 10 inches apart; divide and replant every third year. 
Pitcheri Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00 
Simiiar to Azurea, but of more branching habit; large flowers of a rich 
gentian-blue color, and one of the most admired plants by the many 
visitors to cur nurseries during the early autumn. 3 to 4 feet. 
Vatican Variety (Sclerea) Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00 
This stately and beautiful Salvia came to us from the Vatican Gardens 
in Rome, where it is used in great masses for ‘‘cool’’ effects. The plants 
have woolly silvery green leaves of considerable beauty. The flower 
stalks are 3 feet tall and covered with showy whorls of lavender-pink 
and white iridescent flowers which create a delightful cool, yet colorful 
effect. In bloom all summer from mid-June until early October. 
SCABIOSA - Scabious or Pincushion Flower 
Charming perennials for border culture and for cut flowers. The Scabiosa 
caucasica are particularly valuable for the latter purpose, as its large, 
showy, blue or white flowers are borne on long stems. The species are of 
easy culture, and desirable to grow in sunny borders. 
Culture. All will thrive in well drained, good, ordinary soil, which is not 
heavy or damp. Cold and damp is fatal to these plants. An ideal soil for 
them is a sandy loam. Plant in early autumn or early spring. The plants 
are best in groups of three or more. Plant about 8 inches apart. A full 
sunny position is essential. 
Caucasica, Isaac House Hybrids 
Each 80c, Three $2.15, Doz. $7.00 
(Blue Bonnet). Their lovely flowers are a soft and charming shade of 
lavender; commences to bloom in June, throwing stems 18 to 24 inches 
high until September. 
Caucasica, Miss Willmott Each 95c, Three $2.50, Doz. $8.00 
Large and beautifully formed snow-white flowers from July to October. 
Grows to a height of 2 feet. It is a beautiful variety for cutting and 
an exceptionally fine garden plant. One of the favorite white flowers 
of English gardens. 
SHASTA DAISY (See pages 73 and 74.) 
