1900

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA. 89.

HARDY SHRUBS. If you have a home of your own better add permanent improvements by setting out an assortment of Hardy Shrubs. It costs but little to begin with and you will in a few years have a place to be proud of. There is nothing which so quickly, and for so little cost, adds so much to the beauty, cheerfulness and homelike appearance of a place as on [an] assortment of hardy shrubs. Our price is for strong, healthy plants sent by mail or express prepaid. LILY OF VALLEY SHRUB.--(Andromeda.) One of the most beautiful flowering shrubs and one which is very highly prized and sought after in Europe where they consider it one of the finest of all American plants. Because of its being somewhat difficult to propagate it has never been properly introduced to the American trade, but when once known it will soon become popular, as it is one of the most desirable shrubs grown. It is of dwarf, compact growth (2 to 3 feet high) the foliage is a rich dark green similar to Privet and in June it is loaded with a great profusion of spikes of bloom three to eight inches in length. The flowers are pure waxy white, drooping like little bells and bear a great resemblance to Lily of the Valley. Plants are conspicuous throughout the season on account of their fine form and foliage. It is almost an evergreen, but should be protected with straw during coldest winter weather. Each 40c. ALTHEA.--(Rose of Sharon) Strong, erect-growing shrubs of the easiest culture bearing a profusion of large, showy flowers in the fall when but few other shrubs are in bloom. We can furnish either the Double White, Double Red or Double Variegated @ 25c each. CALYCANTHUS.--A beautiful sweet-scented shrub; flowers purple, quite double, exquisitely fragrant and borne in profusion during the entire season. Each 15c, large size 25c. FLOWERING ALMOND.--One of the earliest flowering and finest shrubs. Loaded with double pink and white flowers which attract a great deal of attention, and no one can help admiring them. Either color 25c each. ELEAGNUS LONGIPES.--A very desirable, nearly evergreen shrub; the branches are thickly studded with tiny brown dots or scales; giving a rusty appearance, contrasting strikingly with the light hue of the foliage, which is silvered on the under surface with little white scales. The abundant crop of orange-colored fruit, dotted with small ferruginous specks, is a very attractive feature during the summer. Each 30c. LILAC, Purple.--A well-known, strong-growing shrub, bearing large, fragrant clusters of flowers early in spring. Each 20c. LILAC, White.--Like above, but has white flowers, making it more desired by some. Each 25c. SNOWBALL.--A well known and popular shrub, which grows to large size, covered with dense spherical clusters of white flowers, which gives it its name. Each 25c. Large 40c.

[image] LILY OF VALLEY SHRUB.

JAPAN SNOWBALL.--A valuable improvement on the above, the flowers being smaller and more numerous, there frequently being as many as twenty balls on a stem 18 inches long. The balls all face upwards and thus better show their beauty. Each 35c. HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA.--The grandest as well most popular of all shrubs, and hundreds of thousands of them are sold every year and the demand is constantly increasing. Unsurpassed for the lawn, as a hedge or for cemetery planting. It readily attains a height of 5 to 7 feet; hardy in all localities and needs no protection in winter; blooms the first and every season in July and August and continues in bloom for two or three months, the flowers are massive, cone-shaped, often measuring 10 inches in length, and have a pleasing variation of color, changing from the original pure white to pink, and finally a beautiful, rich coppery red. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. Large dormant plants each 35c, doz. $2.50. WEIGELA.--Superb, large trumpet-shaped flowers in June and July, of all shades from white to dark red. Each 25c.

[image] PRIDE OF ROCHESTER DEUTZIA.

[image] HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA.

SWEET PEA SHRUB.--The shrub of shrubs for bouquet makers. When it is in bloom it is really but a big bouquet itself, so full is it of dainty sprays of large, lovely rose-pink blooms which are of the size and shape of the most lovely sweet peas. Each 25c. FORSYTHIA.--(Golden Bell.) A fine, hardy shrub of weeping or pendulous habit; glossy, deep green leaves and bright yellow flowers. Blooms early in spring. Each 15c. SPIRAEA--Van Houtti--The hardiest of all the Spiraes. The bushes form fine, compact clumps. The pure white flowers are borne in such masses that they form great plumes, drooping gracefully, giving the clumps the appearance of "a snow bank of white bloom." Each 25c. SPIRAEA--Prunifolia.--Bridal Wreath.--Very beautiful; erect habit of growth; flowers pure white, borne in great profusion. Each 15c. SPIRAEA--Anthony Waterer. A new and remarkably valuable and distinct variety. It outshines all other spiraes in brilliancy of color, being of a bright crimson; it is of dwarfer and denser growth, never exceeding 15 inches in height and a profuse and persistent bloomer the entire summer and fall. Each 25c. SYRINGIA. (Mock Orange.)--A handsome foliaged shrub bearing immense masses of pure white, intensely fragrant flowers in June. Each 25c.

SAMBUCUS AUREA.--The beautiful golden leaved Elder which is so showy on lawns. Each 25c. PURPLE FRINGE. (Smoke Tree.)--Have very curious blooms which when covered with dew greatly resemble a could of smoke or mist. Each 25c. DEUTZIA, PRIDE OF ROCHESTER.--By far the handsomest variety of Deutzias. It is a very desirable shrub of strong, hardy growth with nice luxuriant foliage and bearing an abundance of beautiful racemes of double, pure white flowers. Must be seen to be appreciated. Every one of our customers should have at least one of these choice shrubs in their yard, and we have made the prices so low that all can purchase. Strong plants. Each 25c. DWARF POMEGRANATE.--A beautiful shrub bearing large double bright scarlet flowers. Very popular in the south, but must be kept in the cellar over winter in the northern states. Each 25c. XANTHOCERAS--A pretty shrub producing long racemes of beautiful, pure white flowers with copper-colored streaks at the base of petals. When the plant blooms, in May, the flowers are so numerous as to almost conceal the foliage. We consider this one of the finest of all shrubs. It begins blooming when only a few inches high, but grows to a height of 8 to 10 feet. Foliage handsome light green resembling the Mountain Ash. This fine shrub will add beauty to the most magnificent home. Each 25c. TAMARIX.--This is one of the finest additions to our list of hardy shrubs. The foliage is light, feathery, graceful; sage blue in color; very ornamental. Blooms through summer and autumn. Many persons call this the most elegant of all shrubs as well as the easiest grown. It seems to thrive in any soil or location, but appreciates good treatment. Is considered invaluable for planting by the seashore as it will grow in poor, sandy soil and in the most bleak, exposed places. Does equally well in city yards where it is exposed to smoke and dust and is always a thing of beauty. Each 15c.

PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT COLLECTION CONSISTS OF 4 Choice Hardy Shrubs, 4 Ornamental Vines, 2 Elegant Hardy Roses. Our selection of varieties, but all different and all very desirable, FOR $1.00.

90. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

[image] CLEMATIS JACKMANII. CLEMATIS HENRYII. CLEMATIS PANICULATA.

HARDY VINES. In making a home, plan for future beauty, comfort and happiness by planting a variety of hardy clematis ornamental shrubs and roses which will constantly grow in beauty and size. Such permanent improvements add greatly to the value of any property and the value grows from year to year, so that instead of an expense they should be considered a paying investment. We prepay the charges. CLEMATIS, Jackmanii.--Most magnificent and showy vine in existence; of strong, healthy growth, perfectly hardy and sure to succeed anywhere. Flowers four to six inches in diameter, of a rich, deep velvety purple, distinctly veined. It is a prince among all hardy flowering vines. We presume every one of our customers who sees it bloom each summer promises to plant it in his own yard or garden at the next opportunity. It is especially adapted to open lawns or house fronts in the city or country. Perfectly hardy; blooms the entire season, from July to October, bearing beautiful and lasting flowers. Small plants 25c each, strong field grown 50c each. Extra large three year old roots $1.00 each. CLEMATIS, Henryii.--This is the finest of all white Clematis, and should find a place in every collection. It is not only a vigorous grower, but is a remarkably free and continuous bloomer, beginning with the earliest and holding on with the latest. Flowers large, about the size Jackmanii, beautiful creamy white. Strong large roots. Each 75c; smaller 35c. VIRGIN'S BOWER.--A very handsome variety of the Clematis, growing to a height of 20 feet and making a nice shade for porches, arbors, etc. The first season the plant grows 10 to 12 feet and it is covered with thousands of pure white flowers, which are delightfully fragrant, and it blooms from July to September. The vine is perfectly hardy, rapid growing and graceful, and will succeed everywhere. Each 15c.

APIOS TUBEROSA.--A valuable hardy tuberous-rooted climber, resembling in miniature the common Wistaria in vine and foliage, and having clusters of rich deep purple flowers, which have a strong, delicious violet fragrance. They grow to a great height, and bloom profusely. Plant several bulbs near together to produce a mass of vines and flowers. Each 5c, doz. 40c. AKEBIA QUINATA.--One of the best climbers, bearing numberless bunches of violet brown flowers, which have a pleasant cinnamon odor. It begins to bloom early in the spring, and continues several weeks. In good soil and location it will grow 30 to 40 feet high. 25c each, $2.50 per doz. AMPELOPSIS--VEITCHII. (Boston Ivy.)--This is one of the finest climbers we know of for covering walls, as it clings firmly to the smoothest surface. The leaves, which at first are of an olive green color, change to bright scarlet in the autumn. This variety becomes more popular every season, and is without question one of the very best climbing plants for covering brick, stone or wooden walls that can be grown. Each 15c. Large plants 25c.

[image] APIOS TUBEROSA.

BIGNONIA RADICANS. (Trumpet Creeper.)--Another good, old fashioned hardy climber. It has clusters of large, trumpet-shaped, crimson-orange flowers. Grows in almost any soil and under trying conditions; hardy. Each 10c. Large plants 25c. CINNAMON VINE.--Perfectly hardy, a rapid grower, has beautiful heart-shaped, bright green leaves, and clusters of white flowers. Large tubers. Each 10c, doz. 85c. CALYSTEGIA.--An excellent rapid growing hardy vine coming up from the roots each year. Bears a profusion of beautiful double pink flowers. Each 15c, doz. $1.50. CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE.--A vigorous, hardy plant which sends out numerous side branches, so that it covers a great amount of space. Bright purple flowers succeeded by scarlet berries. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. BLUE CHINESE WISTARIA.--A very rapid grower, and one of the most beauiful of all climbers. It is perfectly hardy, climbing to a height of fifty feet; when covered with bloom is magnificent. Each 20c. WHITE WISTARIA.--Like above but has pure white flowers and is a lovely climber. Each 25c. WOODBINE. (Virginia Creeper.)--A strong, rapid grower; foliage large dark green; in autumn bronze and bright crimson. This is an old favorite and quite common in most localities. Valuable for covering back porches, out-buildings, arbors, etc. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. RED CORAL HONEYSUCKLE. (Scarlet Trumpet.)--There is nothing prettier than this; the foliage is pretty, neat and clean; the bright red, trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers nearly continuous. Each 25c. HALL'S JAPAN HONEYSUCKLE.--A constant bloomer; flowers pure white changing to yellow, fragrant; for trellis or pillar. Each 20c. HARDY BLUE SOLANUM.--A beautiful perennial vine of rapid growth. The handsomely cut foliage makes a beautiful shade for porch or arbor and is also desirable to train along fences, etc. It is covered during the summer months with hundreds of clusters of blue flowers, brightly set off with golden stamens, clusters measuring 15 inches in circumference, and often attaining a length of 12 inches. It is a superior plant of ironclad hardiness. The flowers are succeeded by bright scarlet berries. When you consider its handsome foliage, beautiful flowers and berries and hardiness, it is difficult to find a more satisfactory climber. Strong one-year-old plants of above 25c each, doz. $2.00.

CLEMATIS, Paniculata.--One of the finest climbers of rapid growth, quickly covering trellises and arbors with handsome, clean, glossy green foliage. The flowers are of medium size, pure white, borne in immense sheets and of a most delicious and penetrating fragrance. The flowers appear in September, at a season when few other vines are in bloom. The extreme rapidity of growth, the showy foliage, beautiful and fragrant flowers and hardihood, serve to make this one of the very choicest of recent introductions. Strong plants 35c each. CLEMATIS Coccinea.--Bears handsome bell-shaped flowers of a bright coral red color; blooms with wonderful profusion from June until frost. Each 35c. COLLECTION. A nice plant each of the above five kinds of Clematis for only 88 Cents postpaid. A great bargain. Regular price $1.45.

[image] THE BLUE SOLANUM

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA. 91.

[image] PEARL ACHILLEA.

HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS. It is really wonderful the immense demand which there has been during the past few years, our trade in this line multiplying fourfold every year. Our customers are learning that they require less care and are more satisfactory with ordinary culture than most other classes of plants. When once set out they bloom year after year, the flowers really becoming better as the plants grow older. These varieties are all hardy, the tops dying down every winter, but coming up again in the spring. It is well to cover with leaves or litter after ground is frozen. We pay the postage on all of these and you may select $1.25 worth at the single rate for $1.00. ACHILLEA.--The Pearl--Beyond question the finest of all plants for cemetery planting. The flowers are good sized, forming a beautiful plant eighteen inches high, completely covered with pure white flowers from July till frost. We cannot too highly recommend this for general planting. Our cut shows one of the numerous heads of bloom with which the plant is covered. Each 10c, doz. 75c.

ACHILLEA MILLEFOLIUM ROSEUM.--Finely cut deep green foliage. Bears a mass of handsome bright pink flowers in heads or umbels. Well worth growing, both as a border plant and for cutting. 15c each, $1.50 per doz. AQUILEGIA.--These beautiful flowers, often called Columbines, are always beautiful and attractive reminding one of the woods. We have many handsome colors in our mixture. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. BLUE BELLS.--No one can help loving the beautiful "Blue Bells of Scotland" and they are just as beautiful when grown here. The poets have sung their praises more than almost any other flower. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. CANTERBURY BELLS.--We can furnish both double and single in assorted colors. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. BABY'S BREATH or MIST. (Gypsophila Paniculata.)--A beautiful old fashioned perennial, possessing a grace not found in any other perennial, and attracting the eye of everyone. When in bloom it forms a symmetrical mass 2 to 3 feet in height, of minute pure white flowers, giving it a beautiful gauze-like appearance. For cutting purposes it is exquisite, especially in combination with high-colored flowers, and some lovely effects can be produced with it. 15c each, $1.50 per doz. CRIMSON EYE HIBISCUS.--This elegant Hibiscus is a robust grower, with dark red stems and foliage. The flowers are immense in size, often measuring twenty inches in circumference. The color is of the purest white, with a large spot of deep velvety crimson in the centre of each flower. It will succeed anywhere and is perfectly hardy. Each 15c, per doz. $1.25.

[image] GAILARDIA GRANDIFLORA.

JAPANESE IRIS. (Kaempferi.)--These magnificent Iris are among the most beautiful of our summer flowering plants and are marvels of elegance and stateliness. Think of a plant sending up to the height of three feet a dozen flower spikes, each spike bearing two to four blossoms eight or ten inches across, and of the most delicate and beautiful colors, markings and combinations. Think of a bed of all colors--white, indigo, violet, lavender, mauve, sky blue, royal purple, blush, yellow, etc. Your imagination can conceive of nothing grander, and they are even more grand and beautiful than your imagination can portray. Once planted in your garden they are a joy for a lifetime, blooming profusely in June and July. Double and single, mixed. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. GERMAN IRIS.--The true "Fleur-de-Lis," the national flower of France; perfectly hardy, grow and bloom luxuriantly anywhere, particularly in moist situations. Mixed colors. Each 10c, doz. 85c. HOLLYHOCKS.--We have the choicest varieties of these stately plants, mixed colors. Strong plants each 20c, doz. $2.00. LYSIMACHIA.--A small creeping plant sometimes called "Creeping Jenny;" quite useful for borders and cemetery planting, forming a close mat of green foliage. Each 10c, doz. 75c.

[image] PARDANTHUS SINENSIS

PARDANTHUS. (Blackberry Lily.)--Quite curious and handsome. Flowers orange color spotted with brown, about two inches in diameter. The blossoms are followed by seed clusters exactly like a blackberry in size, shape and color. Each 10c, 3 for 25c, doz. 85. MONARDIA DIDIMA. (Oswego Tea.)--Flowers bright scarlet, produced in spikes. Each 10c, doz. 75c. MYRTLE.--A handsome trailing plant largely used for cemetery planting. Has beautiful glossy dark green leaves forming a mat over the surface of the ground. Flowers heavenly blue. We know of one lawn made of these plants which is very showy and attracts the attention and admiration of every passer-by. Each 10c, doz. 75c, per 100 $4.00. GLECOMA. (Variegated Ground Ivy.)--The foliage is a bright green, marked with pure white, and has a refreshing fragrance similar to mint. It grows very rapidly and is graceful and beautiful for hanging baskets or vases. It is also useful for planting in the open ground, as it is entirely hardy, ornamental, and makes a close, dense mat on the ground. Each 15c.

GAILARDIA GRANDIFLORA.--These are among the showiest and most effective of hardy perennial plants; beginning to flower in June, they continue one mass of bloom the entire season; they will thrive in almost any position or in any soil, but respond freely to liberal feeding. Being perfectly hardy they require absolutely no protection, taking care of themselves. The flowers are large, from 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 inches in diameter. They are produced on long stems, and are excellent for cutting, and of the most gorgeous coloring. The centre is dark red brown, while the petals are variously marked with rings of brilliant scarlet crimson, orange and vermillion, and often a combination of all these colors in one flower. Each 15c, doz. $1.50. LILY OF THE VALLEY.--A bed of these planted in some shady nook will prove satisfactory as their pure white flowers are always desirable. 4 for 15c, doz. 35c. NEW GOLDEN COREOPSIS. (Lanceolata.)--One of the most showy hardy perennials grown, forming tall plants two or three feet high, and bearing in great profusion for a long period during the summer, and until cut down by severe freezing weather, large flowers of bright golden yellow. The flowers, which are of graceful form, are invaluable for cutting for decorative purposes; it is easily grown, is perfectly hardy and succeeds in almost any position, and after once planted takes care of itself. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. GRASS PINKS.--The hardy and pretty clove-scented flowers which our grandmothers loved. Their fragrance is quickly noticed by anyone passing by the yard where they are grown, before seeing the flowers. Flowers are double semi-double and single, and range from pure white to dark pink and red. Each 15c, doz. $1.25. ORNAMENTAL GRASS.--The common striped grass--no two leaves alike. Pretty for clumps or borders. Each 10c, doz. 75c.

[image] JAPANESE IRIS.

92. SEED CATALOGUE AND GARDEN GUIDE.

[image] PHLOX SUBULATA, OR MOSS PINK.

PHLOX SUBULATA.--Moss Pink. One of the finest of low, turfy-growing plants, fine for carpeting under trees, around rock work, edging beds, etc. Early in spring is very showy with its cloud of bright pink blossoms. We do not understand why this is not more widely grown, for it is perfectly hardy, and will care for itself. Each 10c, dozen 50c. HARDY PERENNIAL PHLOXES.--These are among the most useful and desirable of our hardy herbaceous plants, and should be planted largely. They succeed in any position, and can be used to advantage, either as single specimens in the mixed border, or as large clumps or beds in the garden or lawn. Our collection embraces the best new and old varieties mixed. Each 10c, doz. $1.00. FRINGED QUEEN PHLOX.--A novelty now offered for the first time and it is the most beautiful pure white variety ever sent out. The trusses or flower heads are of immense size and each floret is large and beautifully fringed or feathered. Each 25c, doz. $2.25.

[image] HELIANTHUS MULTIFLORUS PLENUS.

YUCCA FILAMENTOSA.--(Adam's Needle.) A tropical looking plant with long, narrow leaves that remain green the entire year. It grows in clumps and throws up a flower stalk from three to four feet in height, from which hang from 100 to 300 creamy white, bell-shaped flowers. It remains in bloom a long time. Strong 2-year plants. Each 20c, doz. $1.75. HYPERICUM MOSERIANUM.--One of the very best herbaceous plants of recent introduction. The habit of the plant is free and graceful; it produces long, slender stems, drooping, apparently from the weight of the flowers and buds, although the flowers face so that none of their beauty is lost. It is marvelously free flowering, of large size, measuring from 2 to 2 1/2 inches in diameter; in color, a rich golden yellow, which is rendered still more effective by numerous yellow stamens and crimson anthers. Blooms continuously the entire season. Each 20c, doz. $1.75. DAY LILY--White. Pure white lily-shaped flowers borne in large clusters. Each 25c, doz. $2.00. DAY LILY--Blue. Like above only flowers are of a lovely blue color borne on tall spikes. Each 15c, dozen $1.25c. DOUBLE PAEONIES.--These are again becoming quite popular and some of the varieties are truly magnificent, almost rivalling the rose in brilliancy of color and perfection of bloom. Some of the varieties are very fragrant. They are perfectly hardy, require little or no care, and produce larger and finer blooms when well established. Fragrance.--Large double flowers of a rich pink color and exquisite fragrance. Each 25. Double White.--Pure and fragrant. Enormous size; very double. There is always a great call for these and they are quite scarce. Each 35c. Crimson.--The true, old, large, double crimson scarlet Paeony of our grandmother's gardens. A grand flower of rich dark color. Each 25c. Pink and Cream.--Outside petals pink, center bright straw color; very beautiful. Each 25c. Humeii.--The largest variety in existence; handsome light rose color; late. Each 25c. One plant each of the five Paeonies for $1.00.

[image] YUCCA FILAMENTOSA.

[image] RUDBECKIA.

HELIANTHUS MULTIFLORUS PLENUS.--A plant that should be in every garden and one that will give entire satisfaction. The flowers are from three to four inches in diameter, as double as any Double Dahlia, and cover the plant from the ground to the top. Color a bright golden yellow. It should have a sunny position and rich soil. Each 10c, dozen 75c. DELPHINIUM FORMOSUM.--(Hardy Larkspur). This is certainly one of the handsomest and most satisfactory of all the hardy herbaceous plants and should be planted extensively, even in the smallest garden; its long spikes of bright blue flowers are produced continually from June until frost. 20c each, $1.75 per dozen. DICENTRA SPECTABILIS.--The old Bleeding Heart, the flower of our childhood, which is as lovely to-day as then, though not so common. Bears in early spring long chains of pendulous bloom of exquisite beauty. Each 20c. RUDBECKIA, GOLDEN GLOW.--A glorious new hardy plant that should find a place in every garden. It is of fine habit, vigorous growth, with early, continuous and immense blooming qualities. It will be found excellent also for cut flower purposes. The stems are long and gracefully poised. The foliage is abundant and ornamental. It attains a height of from six to eight feet and a small plant set out in the spring will produce hundreds of blossoms during August and September, each one as large as a fair sized chrysanthemum. Thousands of flower lovers have admired this plant on our place. It is of easiest culture and sure to please all. Nice for a screen row at back of lawn. Price 15c. Doz. $1.25. VIOLETS.--No one can help liking Violets, as the love for them began in childhood when we gathered the wild violets or "Johnny-jump-ups" in the woods. The new varieties are much improved having very large and sometimes double flowers. We have several choice kinds. Each 10c, doz. $1.00.

[image] DOUBLE HARDY PAEONIES

LEMON LILY.--(Hemerocalis.) This handsome flower is not a true lily as the root is of different shape, but the flower is very much like the Lilium Speciosum in form and about 3 inches in diameter. The color is entirely different from all other sorts, being a clear lemon yellow of very bright and pleasing appearance. It has also a most delightful lemon fragrance. There seems to be almost no limit to the amount of bloom produced, each flower stem bearing 7 to 20 flowers. It is sure to bloom the first season and is the flower for everyone. Perfectly hardy and always prove entirely satisfactory. Each 20c, doz. $1.75.

[image] LEMON LILY.

IOWA SEED COMPANY, DES MOINES, IOWA. 93.

SMALL FRUIT PLANTS. Nothing is more healthful than fruit, and nothing more easily grown. Most of our customers can spare room for a small bed of strawberries, a few rows of raspberries, blackberries, currants or grapes, and what is more delicious than a dish of fruit from your own garden. Following prices are all for first class stock, carefully packed and charges prepaid except when otherwise noted. Fifty or more of any variety at the 100 rate. Orders for nursery stock must amount to at least 50c. Ask for special prices on large orders sending list of wants.

RASPBERRIES. COLUMBIAN.--A seedling of the Cuthbert. Originated in New York. In color and fruit it closely resembles the Shaffer. Is moderately firm, nearly sweet. Little later than the Shaffer with longer season. Plants make a strong, vigorous growth. Each 20c, doz. $1.00, postpaid. By express $3.00 per 100. OTHER VARIETIES.--We can also furnish Older, Kansas, Golden Queen, Shaffer's Cuthbert, Gregg, or Ohio at 15c each, 65c per doz., postpaid. By express per 100 $2.00.

[image] REDFIELD RASPBERRY.

REDFIELD.--A grand new variety introduced by us in 1895. Berries are unusually large and luscious, somewhat similar to Shaffer's Colossal in color and shape. The canes are very vigorous and unusually free from thorns or spines. The foliage is similar to the Turner, yet it propagates from the tips like the cap varieties. It throws up a great many branches of fruit from the old canes; and in our trial grounds, beside a great many old and new sorts it yielded three to four times as much fruit as any of them. But the crowning features of all are the unequaled flavor, which is superior to all others, and the fact that the berry is of unusually large size and holds together well instead of crumbling like the Shaffers. This holding of its shape is a grand point for market or canning, and will be appreciated by housewives. Don't fail to try it this year. Each 25c, doz. $1.50 postpaid. By express $5.00 per hundred.

[image] CONRATH RASPBERRY.

CONRATH.--A blackcap coming originally from Michigan. Prof. Taft, of Michigan Experiment Station, who is a reliable authority, says in regard to Conrath: "As compared with Gregg I would say they are two weeks earlier, hardier, less subject to disease and fully equal to that variety when at its best in productiveness and quality of fruit." We have fruited this variety for three seasons, and have found it the most satisfactory black raspberry on our experimental grounds, as it is fully as large and much earlier, hardier and productive than the Gregg. We recommend it to all our customers. Price 15c each, $1.00 per doz. postpaid. $3.00 per 100 by express.

[image] ERIE BLACKBERRY.

GOOSEBERRIES. INDUSTRY.--The best English sort yet introduced in this country. Berries are very large, 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter, of most excellent flavor. Color dark red when fully ripe. Under favorable conditions it bears immense crops. Each 25c, doz. $2.25, postpaid. DOWNING and HOUGHTON.--Each 20c, doz. $1.25.

CURRANTS. NORTH STAR.--Very vigorous and perfectly hardy. The bunches are long, well filled, fruit large and of superior quality, very sweet and rich. The fruit is borne in the greatest profusion, and the berries are half an inch in diameter. Each 20c, doz. $1.50, postpaid.

[image] MOORE'S EARLY.

FAY'S PROLIFIC.--One of the best and most prolific varieties; and other standard sorts. Each 15c, doz. $1.00, postpaid.

BLACKBERRIES. Plant in rows 6 or 7 feet apart, 3 to 5 feet in row. ERIE.--Wonderfully productive, bending the robust canes to the ground with the weight of fruit. This berry is of the very largest size, excellent quality, handsome and firm. It is the berry for both market and home. Each 15c, doz. $1.00, postpaid. By express $3.25 per 100. OTHER VARIETIES.--Snyder and Stone's Hardy. Each 15c, doz. 75c, postpaid. By express $2.50 per 100.

GRAPES. NEW COLUMBIA.--Largest grape grown. The vines are hardy and vigorous. The immense fruit is of dark blue color, fine quality, productive, a long keeper and good shipper. Each 35c, doz. $3.00, postpaid. MOORE'S EARLY.--A most profitable black variety. Vine is even more hardy than its parent, Concord, while it ripens fully two weeks earlier, thus obtaining the advantage of larger prices ruling at the time and being more sure to ripen its entire crop in a short season. The berry is much larger than Concord, and quality almost identical. Each 25c, doz. $1.75, postpaid. By express per 100 $4.50. NIAGARA.--Best white grape. Each 25c, doz. $1.75. By express $4.50 per 100. OTHER VARIETIES.--Concord. The old standard. Cottage, best black grape for arbors. Worden, an improved Concord. Agawam, best red variety. Brighton, desirable red. Pocklington, golden yellow color. Any of above each 20c, doz. $1.50, postpaid. By express per 100 $4.00.

[image] PARKER EARLE.

STRAWBERRIES. Those marked (p) have imperfect flowers, and a few plants of some perfect flowering variety must be planted near to fertilize them. PARKER EARLE.--The best variety for family use, as it is a perfect-flowered sort, is robust and free from disease. Berry regular, uniformly large, conical, with a neck glossy scarlet crimson, no hollow core, quality excellent, fruit borne in the greatest profusion, the rate of fifteen thousand quarts to the acre having been gathered. Doz. 40c, 100 $1.50, postpaid. By express $1.25 per 100, $7.50 per 1000. GREENVIlLE.--(p). A very productive sort either for the market or home use. Of even, large size, early, firm, fine color and unsurpassed quality. Plants vigorous and healthy. Per doz. 30c, 100 $1.25, postpaid. By express $1.00 per 100, $6.00 per 1000. SEAFORD.--(p). A grand new variety. Larger than Bubach and several days earlier, producing fine glossy red berries. It is much more prolific than Bubach, flesh firm and of fine flavor. Per doz. 50c, per 100 $1.75, postpaid. By express $1.50 per 100, $8.50 per 1000. GARDNER.--Of extraordinary merit. It has a perfect flower and is a heavy pollenizer. Berry shaped like Crescent, but much larger. Ironclad in hardiness, and has the delicious flavor of the wild strawberries, combined with large size, and is immensely productive. Per doz. 40c, per 100 $1.50, postpaid. By express $1.25 per 100, $7.50 per 1000. OTHER VARIETIES.--Bubach, (p), Warfield, (p), Bederwood, Jessie and Crescent Seedling, (p). Per doz. [2?]c, per 100 $1.00. By express 75c per 100, $3.75 per 1000.

[image] SEAFORD.