C rr. -r Illustrated an <1 Descriptive Catalogue of Everything for the Greenhouse and Garden cJ*? ROSES Cbrysaptberpuros Bedding Plant? Etc., Etc. A. B. DAVIS & SON, , s ■» A. B. DAVIS W. S. DAVIS Established 29 years. Purcellville, Virginia. Reference by permission, PEOPLE'S NATIONAL BANK, Leesburg, Virginia. Our Liberal Fifty-cent Collections* Plants at Prices to Suit the Times. we gi^ov/ ONLY THE BEST SORTS OF PLANTS in large quantities. The kinds below named we can afford to sell at greatly reduced rates, but make one invariable condition, that the selection of varieties must be left entirely to us ! These collections are made up of fine, strong plants of the best varieties. Every plant is plainly labeled, and there are no two varieties alike in the same collection. When ordering, use the Collection Number only. We cannot make any change in these collections, and the Club Rates do not apply to them. For 50 cents we will send, postpaid or by express, at purchaser’s expense: Collection 1. i t 2. ll 3 - ( ( 4 - ll 5 - n 6. ll 7 - It 8. ll 9 - ll 10. ll 11. ll 12; 1 1 13 - 1 1 14. 1 1 * 5 - ll 16. ll i 7 - ll 18. ll 19. ll 20. 1 1 21. 12 Beautiful Everblooming Roses. In this collection we will send the very best varieties, and such as will give the best results in your locality. 10 White Everblooming Roses for cemetery planting. 3 Polyantha, 3 Hardy Climbing and 4 Everblooming Roses. 10 Tea Roses for winter-blooming. 12 Polyanthas for a Rose hedge. 6 Everblooming Roses, 6 Carna- tions. 6 Hardy Pinks, 6 Carnations. 12 Salvia Splendens. 20 Giant Assorted Pansies. 6 Gladiolus, 6 Tuberose Pearl. 12 Double Geraniums. 12 Single Geraniums. 12 Scarlet Geraniums for a bed. 12 Scented Geraniums, 5 kinds. 6 Double and 6 Single Geraniums. 3 Double, 3 Single, 3 Scented, 3 Ivy Geraniums. 12 Beautiful Fuchsias, single and double. 15 Pearl Tuberoses. 20 Gladiolus, all new colors. 15 Verbenas, all shades. 12 Heliotropes, all colors. 22. 2 3 - 24. 25 - 26. 27. 28. 29. 3 °- Si- 32 . 33 - 34 - 35 - 36- 37 - 38. 39 - 40. 41. 42. 15 Coleus, all different. 15 Coleus, all alike, for edging. 3 Coleus, 3 Alternantheras, 3 Achyranthes, 1 Acalypha, 1 Stro- bilanthes Dyeriauus. 12 Carnations. 6 Verbenas and 6 Single and Double Geraniums. 10 Beautiful Cannas. 12 Early Chrysanthemums. 12 Late Chrysanthemums. 6 Early and 6 Late Chrysanthe- mums. 6 Chrysanthemums and 6 Ever- blooming Roses. 10 Rex Begonias. 10 Flowering Begonias. 5 Rex and 5 Flowering Begonias. 12 Basket Plants. 6 Vines and 6 Basket Plants. 15 Bedding Plants. 10 Double Violets, 3 varieties. 3 Roses, 3 Geraniums, 3 Chrysan- themums, 3 Carnations. 6 Fuchsias and 6 Flowering Be- gonias. 10 Dahlias. 15 Nasturtiums, Tom Thumb va-' ; . rieties. Our Splendid Stock and Facilities. As we go to press (February 1), we take this last opportunity of again assuring our friends that our plants were never in better condition, healthier, larger or better grown. We would call special attention to our magnificent stock of Roses. They are the thriftiest, best grown stock we have ever offered. Our stock of plants and bulbs of all kinds is nearly twice as large as ever before, and our facilities for filling orders quickly and accurately are unexcelled. All orders entrusted to us shall have our prompt and most careful personal attention. Again we thank you for past fvaors, and solicit again a share of your patronage. f\. B. DAUIS & SON, Purcellville, Va, We aim to give as much as we can afford, not as little as we dare. SPRING OF 1896. Greeting to all ©ur jfrlenbs. »*##*##* HAVE no apologies to make for this, our modest little Catalogue for the Spring of 1896. It is devoid alike of extravagant, highly colored plates and impossible descriptions of untried novelties, but it is a true index of our large and well-grown stock of plants and bulbs. We depend upon the genuineness and worth of the plants we send out each season to increase our trade, and not upon costly chromo and extravagant descriptions. We put the money that some firms devote to expensive catalogues into our plants, as we find it more satisfactory to our customers to send them a small, genteel Catalogue and sell them strong, well-grown plants at a minimum price, than to send them “ a $35,000 Catalogue,” with all the colors of the rainbow in gaudy combination, and sell them small, weak plants, at an exorbitant price — to pay for the Catalogue. We have many thousand friends who take our Catalogue up with confidence, for they know we will do as we say ; that we are up with the times, and that no better plants can be procured elsewhere for the same or less money. The confidence of our customers is worth many dollars to us. We want more Dollars and more Customers. Will you help us to both ? The year 1896 comes round under the most flattering circumstances. To meet the large and increasing demand for our stock, we have added more greenhouses to our plant and more land to our nursery grounds. Our houses are filled with the choicest roses, including the leading varieties in cultivation, as well as a large collection of various other plants suitable for house, garden and conservatory. Our plants are in prime condition, well-rooted, well-grown and healthy. In conclusion, we return our most hearty thanks to those who have so kindly favored us with their esteemed orders and many kind letters. We ask for a continuance of such favors, and from those who have never given us an order we ask a trial, assuring you that we will do our utmost to please. Very respectfully, fk. B. DAVIS & SON. A FEW IMPORTANT ITEMS. We guarantee that all Plants and Bulbs ordered of us shall reach our customers safely and in perfect condition, making it entirely safe to order of us, and as convenient for purchasers in distant states to buy choice flowers as if they were at our place and selected them personally. Our Autumn Catalogue of Plants and Bulbs will be ready September 1st, and will be sent to all our patrons without further notice. All others desiring a copy should make application. Our Object is to so deal with our patrons that they will continue to favor us with their esteemed orders from time to time. In the past season we have added to our list many new names, and by supplying good plants and honest dealing, we trust this year to again add largely to our list. No matter how large or small the order may be, we give it the same careful attention, and fill with varieties that will give satisfaction, and afford much pleasure with their fragrant bloom. Low Express Rates. A reduction of 20 per cent, from the regular merchandise rate has been obtained on plants. Packages of less than 100 pounds are billed at 100 pound rates. Errors. We use every precaution to guard against errors, but in the press of business they will sometimes occur, or something be omitted from the order. In any case, we wish to know of anything that is not satisfactory, so that we may correct the error without delay. We have reduced our system of packing plants forwarded by mail to such perfect order that we can safely fill orders from any part of the United States, Canada and Mexico, and uarantee that plants shall arrive in excellent condition. Our mailing-size plants are strong and well-grown, and 2 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. will start to grow at once without coaxing. When our customers can afford it, it is better to have plants shipped by express, as we can often send larger plants, and put in more plants gratis. Plants received by mail should be placed in tepid water for 20 minutes before the moss is removed from their roots. We deliver all plants free of charge at Purcellville, a station on the W. , O. & W. division of the R. & D. R. R., or at Brunswick, a station of the B. & O. R. R. All remittances should be made by Registered Letter, Draft, Express Money Order or by Post Office Money Order, drawn to the order of A. B. Davis & Son, payable at Purcellville Post Office, Va. Always use the Order-Sheet, as it enables us to fill your order with despatch and accuracy. Orders for less than 50 cents’ worth of plants and flowers will not be filled, unless 10 cents additional to the price of the plants be sent to pay postage by the person ordering. A 50-cent order requires as much trouble in handling, and nearly as much postage, as an order for two or three dollars’ worth. CLUB ORDERS. Although our prices are exceedingly low, considering the quality of the plants furnished, yet we offer the following inducements to all who exert themselves in our behalf by soliciting their friends and neighbors to unite with them in ordering plants of us, thus increasing the amount remitted. By this arrangement, any one desirous of obtaining a few plants, who does not wish to spare the money for the purpose, can readily obtain them free of cost by spending a little time in soliciting orders of friends and neighbors, and sending the orders to us as early as possible, in one list. Each person’s order will be selected as directed and tied up separately, so that there will be nothing to do when the club’s package arrives but to deliver the bundles. We therefore offer the following liberal terms to those who wfll obtain orders— said orders to to be taken at regular price per single plant or bulb in Catalogue. It will, of course, be understood that these additional plants go to the person w r ho gets up the club, so that the club-raiser s name should always be signed. Please note: We wish it to be plainly understood that our special plant collections, plants quoted at reduced rates for 2, 3, 6, a dozen or a hundred of the same kind, are not included in club rates. Only plants ordered at the price per single plant are entitled to the discounts enumerated below. SPECIAL RATES TO CUSTOMERS AND CLUB-RAISERS. MAIL ORDERS. For a remittance ot $1.00 you may select at price per single Plant or Bulb to the amount of •> •• •* 2.00 “ “ 2.00 3.00 ' 4.00 5.00 6.00 8.00 10.00 . $ 1.10 . 2 60 . 3.90 . 5.25 . 6.75 . 8.00 . 10.75 . 14.25 EXPRESS ORDERS.” Flantsjunder thls[head go by Express attthe Furcbas ^rsJnlleilinV *** Forcl!a£Cr ’ s i Cllclfe ;from Catalogues For a remittance of $1.00 you may select at price per single Plant or Bulb to the amount of $1.15 “ '• 2.00 “ “ --- " 3.00 “ 4.00 5.00 • 6.00 ' 8.00 10.00 ' 20.00 4.50 6.00 8.00 10.00 13.00 18.00 40.00 JJ©”’ Individual orders for any of the preceding amounts will be entitled to the same piemium as club orders. When plants are ordered by mail, we prepay postage, delivering the plants free of all expense to any part of the United States. We guarantee the plants to be in good condition when received. We pack plants to be shipped by express in light wooden boxes, made for the purpose, in order to make express charges as light as possible. Address all orders, remittances and letters to P\. B. DAVIS & SON, - Purcellville, L-oudounlCo., Va. The Cultivation of Roses. I N SUBMITTING our revised list of Roses to our customers, we feel justified nffpflrl " 8 •r!f t ° u j. pl ? nts ttlls season are the largest and finest we have ever TIle flattering letters received from many of our patrons as to the 1 ^factory results obtained from our stock have made us fee! that our } e ff° rts to send out good and reliable plants are appreciated. We make the Rose the o r uee t n S nr C Rl ty ’ and w the past season we have taken special pride in this, ' fdends with n- h We are K now supplying thousands of our flower-loving fi lends with Roses which may be used in many ways to great advantage A iAvInues a of Roses J m Ct C ?" 5 ardl ^ b ® imagined than a hedge of Roses in full bloom. VonlH hf ? a > be formed by a hedge on each side of a walk, and nothing C ° l ,i t bS more charming, especially where the plants can be kept always growing and blooming, as m the South. One of the most satisfactory methods of planting Roses, and the one most practical, is in beds or masses. A bed of ioo Roses m bloom will form a sheet of dazzling brilliancy that can hardly be surpassed For this purpose the freest-blooming varieties of Hybrid Perpetuals and the Ever- HvbHd ng Pe!nef, S | OU f b ? . s f ect< r d - When these are mixed in the same bed, the m?d b TVaf' S rife ® h ° uld be Pouted in the center, surrounded by Bourbons and Teas, and the whole edged with Chinese or low-growing Teas. Preparation of the ground. Roses will grow in any fertile ground, but are much improved in bloom, fragrance and beauty by rich soil, liberal manuring l lllw-,?! f l L, aU ° n - Th f ground should be subsoiled and well spaded to thl depth of a foot or more, and enriched by digging in a good coat of cow manure or firm 6 ^ f ro und the stem, and pack it down firmly with the hand, as it is very important that the earth be tightly he oh?. ?°'| V " ° n the r °° tS ' A . lwa y s cho °se the most favorable time for planting in your own locality. Roses can be planted as soon as convenient after frost is over. They can be sent with entire safety regardless of the sea- son. Always select an open, sunny place, exposed to full light and air. y ’ S 06 the sea Pruning. In most seasons it is best to prune established plants of hardy Roses in March Tender varie- ties (such as Tea Roses) and newly planted Roses maybe left until a month later As ^general rule dose pruning produces quality and long pruning quantity of bloom. Climbing Roses should not S be cut back the tips of the shoots only should be taken off, and any weak or unripe shoots cut out altogether ’ I- al,l Treatment, In the fall Rose beds should have a good dressing of stable manure or any fertilizing '“ 3 ! e " a o 1 , tb ; lt ls convenient. Winter rains will carry the strength down to the roots, and the remaining matter makes a nice mulch, which, in many places, is all the protection that is necessary. In very cold localities it is a good plan to cover the beds all over from 3 to 6 inches deep with old sods, fresh earth, or coal ashes Where the winters are not very severe, tender Roses may be covered with clean rve straw "forest leaves ir evergreen branches but care must be taken not to make the covering too thick ; it should permit consider^ ^circufatlon . 7 ° l re i am , water ’ and nothing should be used that will ferment, heat or rot. The object of covering is not to keep the plants warm, but to break the force of sudden and violent weather changes particu- froien wood" being ’Ihecluse^nnjimy Pro^cted from the sun rather than cold, the sudden thawing of the When to Uncover the Plants. Do not uncover in the spring until frost has left the ground and there beds P du 1 > 1 nd 0 raked 0na y rather. When uncovered, the plants should be carefully pruned, and the OUR ROSES ARE STRONG PLANTS ON THEIR OWN ROOTS. (The Sizes We Offer.) Although we make a specialty of the Rose, still we waste no space on worthless sorts, but from the endless list of varieties grown, have selected only such as we have tested thoroughly, and found to possess special merit in color and vigor of growth. We offer our Roses ^o cheap that many who receive our Catalogue for the first time write to ask us if our Roses are well-rooted, as they do not see how we can sell good Roses so cheaply. For the benefit of new customers, we wish to state that our Roses are strong plants, grown in 2 )i and 3-inch pots, and are 8 to 1.5 inches high (the size that most florists catalogue as “ I-arge size, price, 25 cents each ”). Our Roses are not forced , but they have been grown strong and vigorous, and will begin growth and bloom almost as soon as planted, as hun- dreds of letters from our customers testify. We ask a trial of our Roses, and if they do not grow and thrive as we say they will, we will cheerfully refund the pur- chase price. We grow all our Roses from cuttings, and they are, therefore, on their own roots, so that when killed down the new shoots which sprout up are genuine. 4 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia, New Roses of New liardy Perpetual-Blooming Rose, “Empress of China.” This new variety was introduced from China, and is perfectly hardy. It makes a growth of from 6 to 12 feet the first season, commencing to bloom as soon as planted out. The flowers are of medium size, very graceful in form, highly fragrant, and are produced in great abundance from May until the ground freezes in autumn. The color of flower in bud is soft dark red, changing, as it expands, to the light shade of red seen in an apple blossom. A grand everblooming climbing Rose. 25 cents. Princess Bonnie. A grand new Rose, that is the result of a cross be- tween Bon Silene and W. F. Bennett. A tremendous bloomer, commencing to flower before the plant is three months old, and continuing through the entire season. The flowers are large, with long, pointed buds, and are produced on long stiff stems. The color is a rich, solid crimson, the inside being streaked with white. The odor is a delicate, very delicious tea scent. 25 cents. > Everblooming Hardy Climbing Yel- low Tea Rose, Douglas’ Clin^ax. This Rose originated with a Mr. Douglas, of the Con- gressional greenhouses, at Washington, D. C., more than 35 years ago. He gave a lady friend a plant of it which has successfully stood the winters of more than a quarter of a century unprotected, and from which our stock was propagated last season. Douglas’ Climax is a tea scented, perfectly hardy yellow ever- blooming; rampant climber, with beautiful large, glossy leaves. The buds are long and of good size, produced singly and in clusters of 40 and 50. The color is a sulphur-yellow, and the buds resemble those of La Pactole, having the true Tea fragrance. Twentv-four hundred buds were cut from the original plant (which covered the whole gable end of a large house)in asingle da}'. This Is the only per- fectly hardy everblooming yellow Tea Kose in exis- tence, and we control the en- tire accessible stock. It is just the Rose everybody is looking for, and to induce all to grow it weofferstrongplantsforonly 25 cts. each, 5 for $1, 12 for $2. Virginia. This elegant new Rose is the' result of a cross between M. Niel and Safrano. We consider it one of the most promising Tea Roses of modern introduc- tion. It is a vigorous grower, of bushy habit ; the blooms are large, double, finely formed, lasting, and of excellent sub- stance, often remaining on the bush until dried up; color light yellow, with a tingeofsaffron at the center and reverse of petals a pinkish cast ; perfume a deli- cate and delightful tea scent, similar to that of Marechal Neil, of which it is a pretty minature. 20 cts. Special Beauty. Mad. Perr>et Ducher. A robust, vigorous grower ; buds turban-shaped and very pretty ; flowers semi-double and of medium size ; color bright canary yellow. By all odds the best new F rench Rose of its color introduced for many years. 20 cts. Pinl^ Soupert. The flowers are the exact form of Clothilde Soupert’s, and in color a deep Hermosa pink. Single plants, when six months old, under ordinary circumstances often produce 50 perfect flowers. It is a continuous bloomer, each branch producing a cluster of bloom. 20 cts. Mrs. W. C. Whitney. New American seedling Rose (H. T.), undoubtedly by far the finest variety ever raised in America, and one of the greatest acquisitions ever introduced. Color beautiful shade of clear deep pink, with a fragrance distinct from any other known variety— a combination of Lemon Verbena, Heliotrope and the old favorite Rose “ Centifolia.” The flowers are large, full and elongated, many of them can be cut with stems 2 feet long, with extra fine, handsome foliage. It is also an exceedingly free-flowering variety, of strong, vigorous growth, and every shoot produces a Rose. 20 cts. Robt. E. Lee. A strong, robust grower, producing elegant longbuds borne on long stems ; will produce as many buds as any other Rose we know of. The color is an orange yellow, so rich and peculiar that it attracts attention wherever grown. 20 cts. Belle Siebrecl)t. A truly superb Rose, of true solid pink of the richest shade. A rare color. The flowers, which are sweetly perfumed, large, beautifully formed, and of long, taper- ing shape, with high center, when half blown reflex the petals in a graceful manner. The buds are borne on strong, erect stems. 25 cts. Hardy Climbing Yellow Tea Bose, Douglas’ Climax. Large Roses for Immediate Effect. For general planting we recommend our ordinary size of Roses, knowing that with fair treatment they will grow and bloom continually through the season. But as many of our patrons prefer large Roses for immediate effect, we offer a fine stock of many varieties grown in 4 and 6-inch pots ; they are from 18 inches to 3 feet high. General Catalogue of Plants. 5 A Select List of Rare ar}d Scarce Roses. Price of all Roses in this list, strong: plants, from 2 % and 3-inch pots, IS cents each. Any ten for $1 (no fnrther discount on this offer of ten for $1), purchaser's selection of varieties. Where noted, we can also furnish larger plants at prices named after the variety. American Beauty. (H. T.) Very large double flowers ot a deep drimson color, and highly fragrant. 2-year-olds, 40 cts. Augustine Guinoiseau. (White La France.) The best recommendation we can give to this magnificent new Rose is to say that it is a white La France, with just a breath of rose-tinted blush delicately clouding the depths of its broad, luxuriant petals. The buds and flowers are extra large, very full and finely formed, and delightfully perfumed; the plant blooms all through the season. 2-year-olds, 40 cts. Augustine Halem. (H. T.) Extra large and handsome, full, well-developed buds and flowers, hav- ing good, thick, wax-like petals of excellent substance ; color clear, bright rosy red, verging to deep, rich crim- son ; very beautiful. Beaute Ineonstante. (Tea.) Color bright capu- cine red, shaded and lined with deep carmine and bright yellow. The colors are variable, and often upon a single plant there are what to the casual observer would be three different varieties of Roses. Flowers semi-double, buds long, well formed. Bridesmaid. This new Rose retains all the good qualities of its parent, Catherine Mermet. The buds are of exquisite shape and color, and are borne on long stems. The color is the most beautiful pink imagin- able. Christine de None. (The Double Papa Gontier. ) This beautiful new red Tea is a very charming Rose, and promises to be one of the best of recent introduc- tion. It is particularly valuable because red has been a very scarce color among Tea Roses, and this one seems exceptionally fine. It is a splendid grower, making a large-sized, graceful bush, with bright, deep green foliage. A con- stant and very free bloomer. The flowers are well borne upon long stems, and are usually large and handsome. 2-vear-olds, 35 cts. Climbing Niphetos. The bloom is identical with that of the old Niphetos, having the same long, pointed, pure white buds, but the plant is of climbing habit. Climbing Perle des Jardins. Same as the grand old Perle des Jardins, and equally good in every way, but of vigorous climbing habit; valuable for training to greenhouse rafters, walls, etc. It will produce 10 buds where Marechal Niel has one. 4-inch pots, 25 cts.; 2-year-olds, 50 cts. Countess Eva Starhemburg. (Tea.) This bud is long in form, opening into a fine double flower of great beauty and heavy texture ; color creamy white, shading to ochre at the center ; borders of the petals touched with rose. Crimson Rambler. The plant is of very vigorous growth, making shoots from 8 to 10 feet during the seaoti, rendering it a charming pillar Rose. It is also magnificent in bush form, and for covering buildings, trellises, etc., it can- not be excelled . One of the striking character- istics of this Rose is its remarkable color, which is of the brightest crimson, which remains un- dimmed to the end, showing none of the objec- tional purplish tint so common in crimson Roses. The flowers are produced in great pyramidal panicles or trusses, each carrying from 30 to 40 blooms, the individual flowers measuring about 1 to 1 54 inches in diameter and remaining per- fect on the plant for upwards of 2 weeks with their freshness of color Unimpaired. The is bright green and glossy, and contrasts with the bright crimson of the flowers. It is exceedingly hardy, having successfully with- stood the test in exposed situations two very severe winters. Large plants, 25 cts. each. Crimson Rambler. Duchess of Albany. (H. T.) This novelty is similar to La France, but deeper in color, more ex- panded in form, and larger; flowers deep, even pink, very large and full, and highly perfumed ; in all respects a Rose of first quality. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Eliza Fugier. (Tea.) A seedling from Niphetos, which it greatly resembles in form of bud, while the color is deep cream, sometimes edged with pink. It is very free in bloom, and has handsomer foliage and better habit than the parent. 4-inch pots, 25 cts. Puerstin Bismarck. (New Tea Rose.) A very variable colored Rose, changing from China rose color to cherry red, the whole suffused with lemon. A strong, vigorous new variety from Germany. This is a very promising variety; one of the best new Roses. Gloire de Dijon. (Climbing Tea.) Noted for the great size of its flowers, its delicate tea scent, and its exquisite shades of color, being a blending of amber, carmine and cream ; one of the finest Roses. It is a very vigorous climber in the south, sending up splendid, stout crimson canes, 6 or 8 feet high in one season. The foliage is also very handsome. Only plants purchased at price per single plant are entitled to discount. 6 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Maman Cochet. Gustave Nadand. A free-branching grower, with large, double flowers. The outside petals are large and rounded, giving it an exquisite cup-shape. Color vermilion, with clear touches of carmine-lake, and soft, pink center. Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. (H. T.) A German variety, and one of great interest; color pure ivory white. A large, full flower, magnificent in bud. Stems long and bearing large, strong canes, with handsome foliage. This is one of the finest white Roses that has been introduced for many years. 4-inch pots, 20 cts.; 2-year-olds, 40 cts. La France. (H. T.) Silvery rose, changing to pink ; very large and full ; a constant bloomer, and the sweetest of all Roses ; an invaluable variety of great beauty. 2-year-olds, 40 cts. Mad. Klie Lambert. (Tea.) Extremely free in bloom and vigorous in growth ; the flower is globular and cup shaped ; the outer petals are pure white, while the center is a beautiful rosy flesh color. This Rose comes very highly recommended, the texture and color being especially admired. Mad. C. Testout. (H. T.) A grand Rose of the La France type, but larger. It is a clear pink in color. There is nothing else in the Rose line that can approach it in color, and the flowers are as large as Baroness Rothschild, and it is as free a bloomer as La France. It creates a sensation wherever shown. 4-inch pots, 25 cts.; 2-year-olds, 40 cts. Mad. Isaac Periere. (Bourbon.) One of Kaiserin Augusta Victoria. the best Roses we have. Very hardy, and a constant bloomer. It has large, beautiful foliage, and is a vigorous grower. The flowers are a beautiful carmine, and bloom throughout the season. Maman Cochet. (New Tea Rose.) One of the very best new Roses of the season. It is of strong, vigorous growth, with rich, healthy foliage ; the flowers are large, of perfect form, and borne on long, stiff stems. The color is of a deep rose- pink, the inner side of the petals being of a silvery rose. This is a grand garden Rose. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Monsieur Furtado. Deep sulphur- yellow', described by Mr. Ellwanger as the best yellow pot Rose. It should be grown more largely, as it is excellent. Marlon Dingee. Probably the darkest Tea Rose in existence ; flow ers a deep brilliant crim- son, and very full. A strong grower and profuse bloomer. 4-inch pots, 20 cts.; 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Mrs. George Paul. The magnificent guard petals, for smoothness of contour, size and substance are un- surpassed, while the pearly w'hite color, sometimes suffused with peach, is very pleasing. Pierre Guillot. (H. T.) Bright velvety crimson flowers, passing to brilliant carmine ; large, very double and full, and deliciously scented. Bed Malmaison. Clear, deep, rich scarlet. A grand and handsome Rose in every respect. 2-year- olds, 35 cts. Senator McNaughton. (White Perle desJardins.) Flowers of the same form and size, as Perle’s ; color is an ivory-white of great purity. Striped La France. (Mad. Angelique Veyesset.) This Hose combines all the good qualities of La France in growth, fragrance, shape of bud and flower; bright rose on a satin-pink ground. 2-year-olds, 40c. Viscountess Folkestone. (H. T.) One of the largest Roses, unsurpassed in freedom of bloom, and remarkable for its fine keeping qualities ; the flower is delicately tinted, almost white. 4-inch pots, 20 cts.; 2-year-olds, 40 cts. ‘ Douglas’ Climax is the only hardy yellow Climbing Rose. See page 4. General Catalogue of Plants. 7 EverbloomiQg looses. GENERAL LIST. We do not offer so extensive a list of Everbloomiug Roses as some glowers, but it isa select list, from which all but really excellent varieties have been culled. Price of strong plants from 2 1-2 and 3-inch pots, 6 to 18 inches high, 10 cts. each. Where noted, we can also furnish larger plants at prices named after the variety. (Not entitled t o discount.) , 'ton may select any 10 Roses from this list for 75 cts., 15 for $1, loo for 56. Archduke Charles. (Bengal.) Brilliant crimson scar- let, shaded with violet. Adam. Bright carmine pink, large and full ; delicious Tea scent. Archduchess Isabella. (Tea.) Rosy carmine, chang- ing to amaranth. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Agrippina. (Bengal.) Rich, velvety crimson. A grand bedder. Adrienne Cristoplile. (Tea.) Shaded with apricot, citron and fawn. I Andre Schwartz. (Tea.) Beautiful crimson ; a free- flowering variety. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Bougere. Color, violet-crimson, delicately shaded with lilac. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Baronne H. de hoew. (Nabottnand.) A strong-growing dwarfTea Rose, floweringin clusters ; silvery rose, shaded with yellow at center, reverse of petals bright rose. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Bon Silene. (Tea.) Deep salmon-rose, illumined with carmine : a very free-blooming Rose. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Clothilde Soupert. This is a strong, vigorous grower. The flowers are large, double and beautiful in form, on the style of that beautiful Rose, *' Ball of Snow.” They are borne in sprays and the color blends from soft shell pink to pure satinv white ; flowers of both these colors are produced on same plant at same time. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Champion of the World. Cointesse do Labarthe. (Tea.) We have here, in one Rose, almost all the desirable qualities— exqui- site perfume and beautiful coloring — a soft, light rose, with heavy shading of amberand salmon. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Champion of the AVorld. (New Everbloomiug Tea Rose.) Everybody wants a hardy, everbloomiug Rose and we now offer the grandest of this class. From early summer until frost it can be depended upon to produce flowers of large size and exquisite fragrance in lavish abundance. In color it is a rich, glossy pink. It is such a strong grower that it is al- most impregnable against attacks of insects. For garden or cemetery plots it has no equal. It is a royal Rose. A champion Rose in every respect. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Catherine Mermet. One of the most fashionable Roses for cut flowers ; color, clear rose pink ; large, pointed buds. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Countess Anna Thun. Immense size, perfect form, beautiful citron yellow, shaded with peach, orange salmon, and silvery pink. 4-inchpots, 15 cts. Cointesse tie Frigneuse. The buds are long and pointed, not unlike Niphetos in form. The color is a deep golden yellow ; large and full. 4-inch pots, 10 cts.; 2-years old, 35 cts. Climbing Devoniensis. Bloom is exactly like the Devoniensis, and a rapid and vigorous climber. 4-inch pots, 25 cts. Cornelia Cook. Beautiful snowy white buds of immense size. Camoens. (H. T.) A magnificent Rose ; flowers very large and full ; china rose, suffused with pale yel- low, passing to white, and flushed with carmine ; very fragrant and fine. Cointesse Biza du Parc. Color bright coppery rose, shaded with soft velvety crimson. Chromatella, orCIoth-of-Gold. (Climbing Tea.) A grand Rose for the south ; clear bright yellow ; very Sweet and beautiful. Celine Forestier. Pale sulphur yellow ; large, full flowers, perfectly double ; a fine bloomer and good grower. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Chas. de Thezillat. (Tea.) Robust, hardy and very vigorous in growth. Flowers large, finely formed, globular and imbricated ; superb creamy yellow, center shaded with silvery chamois. 4-inch’pots, 15c. Coquette de Lyon. (Tea.) We have no yellow Rose that blooms so freely as this canary yellow ; delicious perfume; fine form. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Clement Xabontiand. (Tea.) Coppery rose, tinged with crimson. Dr. Grill. Coppery yellow, with tawny rose reflex ; a fine garden Rose. 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Clothilde Soupert. Our special offer of 12 beautiful Roses for 50 cts. is great. See page 13. 8 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellvillf., Virginia. Bud of Francisca Kruger. Devoniensis. Magnolia fragrance ; creamy white, with rosy center. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; 2-year-olds, 30c. Duchess of Edinburgh. (Tea.) Remarkable for its beautiful color, which is of the most intense glowing crimson ; lovely buds. Douglas. (Bengal.) Dark cheiry red, rich and velvety ; large and full. Etoile de Liyon. (Tea.) The flowers are very large, double and full, and deliciously fragrant; a beautiful chrome-yellow, deepening at the center to pure golden yellow ; each bud is a gem. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Esther Pradel. (Climbing Tea.) Lovely pure white buds ; flowers of medium size, full and sweet ; a profuse bloomer. 10 cts. Francisca Kruger. This Rose is closely allied to Catherine Mermet, and resembles it in everything save color. In its shading of deep coppery yellow it stands unique and distinct from all other Roses ; the flower, when open, is of good size and very symmetri- cal. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Grace Darling. Porcelain rose, shaded crimson cn yellow ground ; exquisite buds ; very sweet. Golden Gate. (Tea.) This beautiful Rose is the product of Safrano and Cornelia Cook, two noted and valuable varieties. The flowers are large, of good substance, very double and full ; rich, creamy white, tinged and shaded with fine golden yellow ; petals large and broad, and frequently bordered with clear rose. 2 year-olds, 35 cts. Golden Chain. (Reve d’Or.) A beautiful Tea Rose; for pillars, being a strong climber ; orange-yel- low or deep saffron. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Henry M. Stanley. The color is a rare shade of amber-rose, tinged with apricot-yellow. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ' Hermosa. (Bourbon.) An old and well-known favorite pink Rose. 4-itich pots, 15 cts. Homer. (Tea.) Soft, clear rose, with a salmon shade ; splendid. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Isabella Sprunt, Bright canary yellow ; large, beautiful buds ; profuse bloomer. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; g-year-olds, 35 cts. ... J. B. Van-one. Intense scarlet-crimson, rich and bright, shaded with salmon-yellow. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. .Jeanne Guillaume*. Color clear, bright red, touched with salmon; center coppery red, shaded silver. James Sprunt. (Climbing Bengal). A grand Rose ; deep cherry red ; medium size, full, very double and siveet ; a strong grower and profuse bloomer. Jean Pcrnet. (Tea.) Light yellow, suffused with salmon ; beautiful buds. A magnificent variety. Getty Coles. Color, soft, rosy pink, shaded with intense crimson ; exquisite. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; 2-year- olds, 40 cts. Lady Zoe Brougham. Bright, tawny yellow, a charming color. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Louis Bichard. (Tea). A delightfully tea-scented, rich, coppery rose, changing to buff, shaded with car- mine ; center sometimes brilliant rosy crimson. Lnciole. Unequaled in its delightful coloring and | size of buds; color, bright carmine rose, tinted and 1 shaded yellow. 4-inch pots, 15 cts., 2-j-ear-olds, 35 cts. La Pactole. (Tea.) Elegant buds; color pale I sulphur yellow. Lamarque. (Climbing Tea.) Flowers creamy white ; a splendid climber under glass. La Florifere. Deep salmon-rose, large and showy; 4 inch pots, 15 cts. La Princess Vera. (Tea.) Pale flesh, changing to salmon. Louisa de la Rive. (Tea). Flesh white, inclin- ing to a rose center. Marechal Niel. A Rose so famous as to really re- quire no description. Its magnificent golden yellow buds are worn the world over ; they illustrate the glob- ular form in its last perfection, and are almost massive in dimensions. The reports from Southern growers tell of single plants showing 1,000 and 2,000 blooms of Marechal Neil at a time. It is almost universally held to be the finest climber for indoors or out, where the climate admits of its cultivation. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; larger, 25 cts. Meteor. A new Hybrid Tea of superb color; beautiful, ■ velvety crimson, glowing and rich. The buds are very handsome and delightfully fragrant. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 40 cts. Golden Gate. Our Plants go to every State in the United States, to Canada, and to Mexico. ■ General Catalogue of Plants. 9 Maurice Rouvier. Maurice Rouvier. (Tea.) Of remarkable vigor for a Tea Rose ; flower of enormous size and quite double, splendid form ; soft tender rose, shaded and varied with red. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30c. Mad. Alfred Carriere. (Noisette.) Extra-large, full flowers, very double and sweet; rich, creamy white, faintly tinged with pale yellow ; exceedingly beautiful ; a strong, hardy grower and free bloomer. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Mad. Brest. Rosy red, shaded with crimson; large flowers. Mad. Martha du Bourg. The color is a creamy white, touched with carmine or pale heliotrope at the edges. Mad. Cecile Bert hod. (Tea.) Beautiful buds, very large, double and full ; delicious Tea fragrance ; deep, clear yellow. Mad. Caroline Kuster. (Tea.) Bright lemon- yellow ; very large. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Mad. Cusin. (Tea.) A very beautiful and striking Rose ; bright purplish crimson, with white center ele- gantly tinged and shaded with yellow. 4-inch pots, 15c. Mad. Scipion Cochet. Color a soft primrose yel- low, with rose shadings ; unique in size and shade of buds. Mad. Falcot. (Tea.) Deep apricot-yellow ; fine large buds. Mad. Hoste. Long, pointed buds, and of a lovely creamy white shade ; a beautiful and charming Rose. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Mad. Pauline Liabonte. (Tea.) A splendid i Rose, noted for its beautiful buds ; the blooms are deliciously fragrant. 4 inch pots, 15 cts. Mad. Liambard. (Tea.) Rosy bronze, changing to crimson ; extra-fine. 2-vear-olds, 35 cts. Mad. Joseph Schwartz. A lovely Tea Rose ; extra large, globular flowers, very full and deliciously sweet ; color pure white, elegantly tinged and shaded with pale yellow and rosy blush. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Mad. Margott.in. (Tea.) Citron-yellow, with a beautiful peach shading in the center ; flowers large and double to the center. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Mad. Welche. (Tea.) Color beautiful amber-yellow, delicately tinged and shaded with ruddy crimson. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Mad. de Watte ville. (Tea.) Growth vig- orous ; flowers very sweet and of shell-like form; creamy yellow, each petal distinctly bor- dered with bright carmine. Mad. Philippe Kuntz. Flowers borne on stiff, upright stems; very large and double; soft cherry red, passing to salmon and flesh -color. Medea. Large and full ; deep golden yel- low, a lovely and exquisite shade. Marie Lambert. Pure white ; a hardy grower ; persistent bloomer. 4-incli pots. 15 cts. Marie G-uillot. The flower is very large, and double to the center ; pure white, with occasional tints of lemon in the center. This is the finest white Tea Rose for summer bloom in existence. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30c. Marechal Robert. Full globular flowers, long pointed buds, very double and deliciously sweet ; color pure white, faintly tinged and shaded with soft blush and lemon yellow. Marie Van Houtte. (Tea.) Pale yellow, edge of petals often lined with rose ; well- formed, of good habit, and in every respect a most charming sort. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year- olds, 30 cts. Niphetos. (Tea.) Graceful, immense buds of snow-white, remaining in perfect form for many days. No other Hose bears buds of this peculiar and elegant form, or that are so enduring. Perle des Jardins. This magnificent Rose still retains its position as the finest Rose of its color ever introduced, and grows into greater favor year after year. The color is a canary or golden yellow ; flowers large and beautifully formed ; handsome in every stage of development, from the smallest bud to the open bloom. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Pernet's Triumph. A new Rose of strong consti- tution and fine habit. The flowers are double and of heavy' texture, with long, pointed buds ; it will take front rank among our Hybrid Teas. Color a clear light red. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Princess Hohenzollern. (Tea.) A very strong, vigorous grower, with beautiful foliage, dark and large; flowers very large, more than semi-double — of perfect form ; often produced in clusters ; bright, deep, satiny red, with a lighter center. Papa G011- tier. (Tea.) Large, finely formed buds and flowers, full and fragrant ; bright cherry red, pas- sing to rich, glow- ing crimson; very handsome a n d striking. 2-year- olds, 40 cts. Princess Sajgan. A Rose of great beauty ; the color is rich velvety crimson ; handsome and showy buds. One of the brightest colored Teas, catching the eye from a great distance. Bud of Marechal Niel. Give us the full names and addresses of your Club Members. IO A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. The Queen. Reine Marie Henrietta. (Climbing Tea.) Some- times called red-flowering Gloire de Dijon ; clear rich crimson, elegantly shaded ; flowers large, full and of fine form, very double and sweet. Souvenir de Wootton. (Tea.) The finest Ever- blooming red Rose ever sent out. Flowers velvety red, equal to Jacqueminot, with a perfume that cannot be excelled ; a showy grower, every shoot containing a flower-bud, making it the most continuous bloomer ever introduced. 2-year-olds, 25 cts. Suzanne Blauchet. The color is a beautiful pale flesh, passing to silvery white, shaded with fine rosy amber. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Souvenir de la Malmaison. (Bourbon.) The blooms are extremely large, quartered and double to the center ; rich creamy flesh, changing to lovely fawn, with rose center ; exceedingly sweet. Soinbreuil. (Tea.) This magnificent variety has immense finely-formed flowers of beautiful white, tinged with delicate rose ; buds large and full, blooms ing in clusters. Souvenir de Victor Hugo. (Tea.) A splendid- Everblooming Rose, introduced from France ; large, tulip-shaped flowers, delightfully scented ; lovely citron-red, with beautiful amber and fawn shading. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Souv. de F. Gaulain. Bright red, shaded rose Fine buds. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. Soll'aterre. (Climbing Noisette.) Of fine, clear sulphur-yellotv ; large, double, full and fragrant; an excellent Rose of luxuriant growth. Souvenir d’ tin Ami. (Tea.) The color is a deep rosy flesh, beautifully shaded with rich carmine, edges and reverse of petals silver-rose. Sunset. Similar to its parent, Perle des Jardins, except in color, which is a rich blending of safTron and orange. Really a superb Rose for outdoor culture or for forcing. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. ; 2-year-olds, 30 cts. Sairauo. (Tea.) Bright apricot-yellow, blending into orange and fawn, sometimes tinted with rose. 3-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 35 cts. Souvenir de Mad. Fernet. (Tea.) Beautiful soft, silvery rose. The Bride. (Tea.) The buds of this fine Rose are very large and of exquisite form ; the petals are of fine texture and substance, and the full flower is very double, as a rule measuring from 3M to 4 inches in diameter; thecolor is beautiful creamy white. 2-year- olds. 40 cts. Thorese Lambert . (Tea.) Elegant and very handsome in form and hue ; delicate rose color, base of petals finely tinged with old gold, center pale, sil- very salmon ; very fragrant, large, full and good. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. The Queen. (Tea.) A grand, globularwhite Rose of queenly form, borne on long stems; a free grower and free bloomer. 4-inch pots, 15 cts.; 2-year-olds, 30c. The Rainbow. (California’s New Tea Rose.) The Rainbow is as robust and constant in bloom as its parent, Papa Gontier. In color it is a lovely shade of deep coral-pink, which is striped and mottled in the most unique manner with intense, glowing crimson, and elegantly colored with rich golden-amber at center and base of petals. It makes beautiful buds, and its flowers are extra large, very sweet, and of great depth g. and substance. 2-year-olds, 35 cts. w Triomphe de Luxembourg. A brilliant salmon and rosy carmine, finely nerved and shaded ; one of the best old sorts. Vallee de Charnounix. (Tea.) The coloring of this Rose is simply exquisite ; the base and back of petals are a bright yellow, the center highly colored with glowing copper and rose. Viriditiora. (Bengal.) The flowers of this variety are pure green, quite double. White Perle des Jardins. (Tea.) A sport from Perle desJardins, with foliage darker and rougher. It sends up long, stiff, slender canes, each one bearing a pure white bud of something more than medium size and quite upright. 2-vear-olds, 35 cts. Waban. (Tea.) This fine new Rose is a sport of Catherine Mermet, and resembles it in every way except in color, which is much deeper. 4-inch pots, ! 15 cts. White B011 Silene. A sport of the well-known Bon Silene, but ivory white in color; good bloomer. 4-inch pots, 15 cts. W. A. Richardson. (Climbing Noisette.) A new shade in Noisettes; orange-yellow; outer petals lighter, center coppery yellow ; flowers of good size, full and of fine form. White Perle des Jardins. General Catalogue of Plants. ii Hybrid Perpetual Roses. Price, IS cents each, except where noted; or any 10 of those priced at IS cts. for $ 1 . No further discount on this Offer. If delicacy describes the Teas, grandeur is a term appropriate to the Hybrid Perpetuals. The flowers are larger than those of the tender Roses, and the color is darker and richer than any found among Teas, while in growth the Hybrids are decidedly stronger and more vigorous. Their habit is erect and stiff, rather than bushy and branching, and they are perfectly hardy in all parts of the country. It should be well understood that these Roses do not, as a rule, bloom continuously. In May and June they present a magnificent appearance, the plants being fairly loaded with large, double flowers— a burst of bloom seldom seen on any of the dwarf Teas. In September and October most of the varieties, under good treatment, produce a second crop, not nearly so liberal as the first one, but often including individual flowers of greater perfection. Some kinds bloom almost as constantly as Teas or Bourbons. Anne tie Dies badl. Flowers clear rose, very large ; a showy, deep cup form. Antoine Mouton. Fiowers bright clear rose, sil" very reverse ; very large, full, and of good form ; a strong, upright grower. Ball of-Snow. (Boule tie Neige.) In this variety we have a hardy Everblooming Rose of great value. The flower is of large size, perfectly double, exquisitely fragrant, and pure white. Being entirely hardy, it is invaluable for cemetery planting, or where white flowers are desired, as it blooms freely all summer. Belle Normandie. Rose, shaded and clouded with carmine and lilac. Baroness Rothschild. The form of this Rose is absolute perfection ; it is globular, with petals incurved and of waxen texture. Though perfectly double, there is no crowding of petals; the flowers are large, with satiny finish, and of a very pleasing shade of delicate pink. 25 cts. Captain Christy. Delicate flesh color, deepening toward the center. A lovely Rose. Comte de Paris. A new hardy Rose of great promise ; bright, vivid, poppy crimson when first open, becoming darker and delicately shaded with violet as the flowers expand. Very large and full ; petals of good substance and very sweet. A magnificent Rose. 20 cts. Charles Dickens. This we regard as a wonderful Rose. It is vigorous in growth, the leafage is large and fine, and the flower startles all who see it bv its great size and loveliness. The color is a rich, glossy car- mine, tinged with bright crimson ; large, globular flowers, full and sweet. 20 cts. Dinsmore. (Everblooming.) The flowers are large, perfectly double, ol a dazzling scarlet-crimson color, and have the rich, spicy fragrance peculiar to the best Hybrid Roses. We have proved Dinsmore to be entirely hardy, and can recommend it as the finest garden Rose ever offered. It blooms incessantly, and is one of the most beautiful of all bedding Roses’ 20c. Emperor of Morocco. This is a grand, dark vel- vety maroon Rose. It is beautiful in bud, and the flower is very large, full and double to the center. A regal Rose in every respect. 20 cts. General Jacqueminot. Brilliant crimson ; large and fragrant ; the finest Rose of its color. Giant of Battles. Deep fiery crimson ; very brilliant. General Washington. A grand Rose, with a first-class American name, and an old-time favorite of 20 years’ standing. It is beautiful in form ; the color is soft scarlet, sometimes glowing crimson. Gloire Dyonnaise. This grand Rose is the only yellow Hybrid Perpetual we have ; it cannot be called deep yellow, but rather a pale shade of chamois or salmon yellow, deepest at center, and sometimes passing to rich creamy white, finely tinted with orange and fawn ; the flowers have all the beauty of Tea Roses, and are large and full, and delightfully sweet. Da France of 'Hi). Declared by all noted French rosarians to be the most remarkable Rose of late years. Its elegant buds are often 2 or 3 inches long, while the expanded flowersareof immensesize. Another strong point is its bright color, which is very nearly scarlet, sometimes lined and bordered with pure white ; still another point in its favor is its fragrance— a precious trait ill the Rose. A flower of enchanting beauty, sure to please every lover of this most beautiful and satisfy- ing of flowers. 20 cts. Magna Charta. Pink suffused with carmine ; very fine buds. Mad. Charles Wood. Flowers rosy crimson, large ; a constant bloomer— almost as free as a Tea Rose. Mad. Georges Bruant. This variety retains the heavy, thorny canes and glossv, leathery leaves of Rugosa, while the flower is dazzling white, positively untinted and semi-double. The bud is long-pointed, like Niphetos, the fully expanded flower being from 4 to 5 inches in diameter, and showing a heavy, tremu- lous brush of yellow stamens in the center; it blooms in clusters, and is deliciously fragrant, thus appealing strongly to the senses of sight and smell. Mrs. John Laing. A new Hybrid Rose, the pro- duction of Mr. Bennett. The color is a soft, delicate pink, with a satiny surface, and the whole flower fre- quently shows a distinctly silverv tinge. The flowers are large, finely shaped and very fragrant. 20 cts. Mine. Jos. Desbois. A vigorous grower, contain- ing some Hybrid Tea blood ; flower flesh color, with salmon rose center ; very large and double. Fine habit, particularly noticeable ; sturdy and erect like Capt. Christy ; almost pure white. Mrs. John Laing. 75 eta. will buy 12 beautiful Rosebuds, by mail, postpaid. 12 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Marshall P. Wilder. A Rose of unusual excel- lence. The flowers are large, serai-globular, full and of good substance ; color a bright scarlet-crimson, richly shaded with maroon ; very fragrant ; a free bloomer ; a grand Rose. 20 cts. Paul Neyron. The flowers are immense ; this i s probably the largest Rose grown, and one of the finest! bright, shining pink, clear and beautiful ; very double and full ; finely scented. Prince Camille tie Rohan. Rich, dark, velvety crimson, large and fine ; a Rose of splendid color. Queen of Queens. Pink, with blush edges, large, full, and of perfect form. A true perpetual-flowering Rose, every shoot being terminated with a flower. A splendid garden Rose. 25 cts. Sir Rowland Hill. Undoubtedly one of the very darkest of all Roses. The color is a remarkable shade of blackish maroon, passing to rich violet or plum color. The flowers are extra large, globular, well- filled and fragrant. Very novel and distinct. Silver Queen. Silvery blush, shaded in the center with delicate rosy pink ; distinct and fine. 20 cts. Ulrich Brunner. A strong, vigorous grower; flowers bright cerise-red, very large and full ; petals large, of heavy texture, and beautifully rounded. 25c. Vick’s Caprice. This is the only variegated hardy Rose. It is a vigorous grower, and bears large anil fragrant flowers of bright rose, distinctly striped with rich crimson. Altogether a most unique and pretty variety. A Rose that is sureto attract attention. Victor Verdier. Brilliant rosy carmine, beauti- fully edged with purple ; extra large, full flowers. ■Sir-Our “Special Offers” of Roses and onr “Excelsior Express Collections” give fine opportunities to all who wish to increase their collections. PolyaQtha Roses, Sometimes called “ Fairy Roses.” The plants are mostly of dwarf habit but of good constitution, and are unequaled for freedom of bloom. They make excellent borders for larger-growing varieties, and are especially fine for cemetery planting, as they are perfectly hardy and need no protection. They also make charming pot-plants. Price, 8 cents each, 75 cents per doz.. $5 per 100. Gloire des Polyanthus. A beautiful dwarf variety, with quite small flowers, which are prettily cupped. A real “ Fairy Rose;” blight pink, with a red ray through each petal; quite distinct. Little Red Pet. Bright red ; fine and free-flowering, though small flowers. Mile. Ceeile Brunner. Larger flowers than any of the other Polyanthas ; perfectly double and delightfully fragrant ; color rosy pink, on rich, creamy white ground Mignonette. Soft rose ; finely formed ; blooms borne in corymbs of 30 or 40. Pacquerette. White; open form ; growth slender ; a beauty; one inch in diameter. Perle d’Or. Nankeen-yellow ; flowers in clusters of 20 to 30; very attractive, especially in the buds, which are full and beautifully formed, showing the rich, odd color of the center through the tips of paler outer petals. Polyantha Rose. Rardy Climbing Roses. Baltimore Belle. Pale blush, variegated with carmine, rose and white ; very double. 15 cts. Greville, or Seven Sisters. Flowers in large clus" ters ; varying in color from white to crimson. 10 cts. Prairie Queen. Flowers very large and of pecu- liar globular form ; bright rosv red, changing to lighter as the flowers open. 15 cts. Pride of 'Washington. Bright amaranth, shaded rose center ; large clusters ; very double ; fine. 10 cts. Russell’s Cottage. Dark, velvety crimson, very double and full ; a profuse bloomer ; strong grower ; desirable. 10 cts. Tennessee Belle. Flowers bright, beautiful pink ! plant more slender and graceful in growth than any of the other varieties. 10 cts. White Banksia. Banksia Roses will live any- where south of Washington, D. C. To people who have never seen them we can only say that they are lovely beyond description. The miniature flowers I are of perfect, graceful form, and droop in heavy clus ters from dainty stems clothed with myrtle-like foli- age. They are Lainarque reduced to diminutive pro- portions, but grow as Lainarque never could. A French writer tells us of a tree at Toulon which cov- ered a wall 75 feet in breadth and 15 to 18 in height, and which had 50,000 flowers in simultaneous bloom. The flowers are pure white and fragrant, with an odor almost indistinguishable from that of violets. 10 cts. Yellow Banksia. Same as above, except in color, which is bright yellow. 10 cts. Beauty of Glaze n wood , or Fortune’s Double Yellow. Large flowers borne in greatest profusion; a rich bronze-yellow ; plant long in bloom ; should be planted along a fence, or where it will not need to be trimmed. 10 cts. Cherokee Rose. A hardy, continuous-flowering variety, with fine velvety green buds, and pure white flowers in clusters ; foliage small, dark green. 10 cts. PLEASE NOTE. Every Pose plant we offer is grown from a cutting (not budded or grafted on Manetti), so that when killed down by severe frost the shoots that put up from the roots are genuine. General Catalogue of Plants. i3 Everbloorgigg hjardy Climbigg looses. Caroline Goodrich. This new hardy climbing Rose has very double, finely formed flowers, and its fra- grance is most delightful ; the color is the same as that of the well known Gen. Jacqueminot. It makes a growth of from 12 to 15 feet in a season, and flowers freely till fall. Also known as Run- ning Gen. Jacqueminot. iocts. Mary Washington. A hardy, perpetual- blooming climber. Its flowers are large, pure white, perfectly double to the center, sweet, and borne in endless number all sum- mer. It is a vigorous and rapid grower, the most valuable Rose for outdoor culture. One plant of Mary Washington will produce more (lowers than a dozen Tea Roses. Its fragrance is tinged with the old fashioned musky odor, so much liked in olden times. Strong plants, 10 cts.; 4-inch pots, 20 cts.; 2-year-olds, 40 cts. White Mierophylla. The White and Red Mierophylla Roses are hardy, vigorous andbushy, suitable for cemeteries, old walls, mounds, rock-work, etc. They have small, glossy green foliage, and are nearly ever- green in habit ; the flowers are semi -double, very pretty and sweet ; a great favorite. 10c. Ilml Mierophylla. Siniilartotheabove variety in all the more prominent characi er- istics, but not such a general favorite ; flow- ers red. 10 cents. Moss looses. Moss Roses stand alone in picturesque beauty, different and distinct from all others. Their opening buds, half covered with deli cate, clinging moss of fairy-like texture, are very generally admired. The plants are strong, vigorous growers, perfectly hardy, and therefore justly esteemed as desirable for outdoor culture in the open ground. Most varieties bloom but once in a season, and usually not the first year, but the flowers find buds are verv handsome. They remain in bloom a longtime, and are highly prized wherever beauti- ful Roses are known. Moss Roses like rich ground, and are much improved in beauty and fragrance by liberal manuring and good cultivation, but they bear hardships and neglect well, and always bloom profusely. Being difficult and slow of propagation, the price is higher than for other Roses. Price, 15 cents each. Alice lieroy. Fine, clearpink ; extra fragtant flow- ers, full and globular ; nicely covered with moss. Alphelis Purpurea. Buds deep, rich, velvety crimson; of large, fine form, well covered with moss. Captain John Ingraham. Brilliant carmine ; large, full flowers, very double and mossy. Comtesse die Murinais. Flowers white, tinged with flesh color ; heavily mossed. One of the best. Elizabeth liowe. Deep pink buds, surrounded with a mossy fringe. A fragrant and pretty Rose. White Bath. This is unquestionably the queen of all Moss Roses. The extra-large, full, double flowers, all pure, snowy white, are borne in large clusters, and delightfully perfumed ; the buds are covered with deep green moss, through which the shining petals . show with beautiful effect. Henri Martin. A magnificent Moss Rose. Extra large, and perfectly double. Color a deep, rosy car- mine, shaded bright crimson ; very mossy and fra- grant. One of the most rampant-growing and satis- I factory of Roses. 12 Beautiful Roses for 50 cents. To induce all to grow our Roses, we will send 12 strong, well-grown plants of Everblooming Roses, selected from the best varieties, all colors, labeled, by mail, postpaid (or by express at yonr expense), for 50 cents. This collection will make a beautiful bed. Try one. Our Excelsior Express Collections. COLLECTION II. COLLECTION B. COLLECTION C, COLLECTION D. COLLECTION E. 25 Everblooming Roses, distinctly labeled, onr selection of varieties, no two alike, all colors, for $1. 14 Everblooming Roses, grown in 4-inch pots, our selection of varieties, distinctly labeled, no twoalike, all colors, for$l. 100 Everblooming Roses, selected by ns for a rose bed, distinctly labeled, for $4. 10 two-year-old Everb'ooming Roses, onr selection, distinctly labeled, no two alike, all good sorts, for $1. 6 two-year-old Hybrid Perpetnals, no two alike, onr selection, all labeled, all good sorts, for $1. Under this head will be found many beautiful and desirable plants. They are all well-grown, and in best possible condition for shipping, as they have been grown at a low temperature, and will grow right off as soon as planted out. without coaxing, as hundreds of our customers testify, and as a trial order will convince all who favor us with a share of their patronage. Asparagus plumosus nanus. flCflLYPHfL tricolor. Leaves bright red, with blotches of crimson bronze, io cts. margin at a. Dark bronze, with rose - margined foliage. This variety equals the showiest varieties of coleus in effect, io cts. AChiRYflNTHES. Indispensable for bedding purposes, either for masses or ribboning ; the brilliantly tinted leaves form marked contrasts with those of all other plants. Being much hardier than coleus, they are sometimes con- sidered preferable for massing and ribbon lines. 6 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz., $4 per 100. imrea reticulata. Yellow, green and crimson, making a beautiful combination of rich colors. Gilsoni. Deep crimson, heart-shaped leaves. Liiuleni. Dark crimson, pointed foliage ; a favor- ite foliage plant for massing. yerschaflfeltii. Foliage shaded from light to da-k crimson. A very handsome and attractive variety. ANEMONE JAPONICA. One of the most desirable of all late summer and autumn-flowering hardy herbaceous perennials. The plants begin to flower early in August, and continue until cut down by frost. The flowers are about 1 l A inches in diameter. They thrive best in a moist, rich soil ; a covering of leaves, straw or long manure is sufficient protection during our most severe winters. alba. Delicate, pure white, with yellow center and dark eye. 8 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. rosea. D irk rose, shaded with pink ; yellow center and dark eye. 8 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Whirlwind. A new semi-double form of Anemone Japonica alba, which is supposed to be a cross between this beautiful variety and A. Japonica rosea. In general style and habit it is identical with the white Anemone. It is of the same strong habit of growth, and is even more free-flowering than the original type. The flowers, which are a'A to 3 inches across, have several rows of pure white sepals, and have the advan- tage of lasting much longer than the single varieties. We consider this a good acquisition, ana cannot rec- ommend it too highly. 10 cts. each, 81 per doz. flLYSSUM, GIANT DOUBLE. Far superior to the ordinary double sort, being nearly twice the size. Large double white flowers ; valuable for cut-flowers, and for borders of beds. 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz. NEW ANTHERICUM, VITTfITUM VfIRIEGATUM. A beautiful plant, with recurved, graceful foliage, which attains a growth of about 3 feet. The leaves are dark green, beautifully marked with broad stripes and bands of creamy white color. 10 cts. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. One of the handsomest of our foliage plants. The leaves are of a bright green, are gracefully arched, and are as finely woven as the finest silken mesh; their lasting qualities when cut are remarkable, retaining their freshness for weeks, hence it ranks as the most valuable plant we have for this purpose, surpassing maiden-hair ferns in grace, fineness of texture and richness of color. It runs like smilax, and is beautiful trained around windows, etc. Fine large plants, 25c. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. (Norfolk Island Pine.) Deep green, feathery foliage, arranged in whorls, rising one above the other at regular distances ; its symmetry of form, grace and beauty of foliage are un- equalled in the vegetable kingdom. Price, strong plants, from 6 inch pots, 18 inches high, $2 each. Araucaria excelsa. Wa Guarantee every Order sent out to arrive in good condition and to prove satisfactory. General Catalogue of Plants. . i5 AMPELOPSIS VEITCHH- (Boston Ivy.) A rapid-growing climber of great beauty, especially pretty for covering brick or stone houses or walls. Its foliage, which is lively green in summer, changes in autumn to brilliant crimson, producing a gorgeous effect. It will entirely cover the side of a large build- ing in a short time, arid far surpasses the ivy in hardi- ness, rapidity of growth, effectiveness and beauty. We offer at the low price of 10c. each, 3 for 25c. , St per 100. ARDISIA CRENULATfl. This is a charming house plant, and should be more generally cultivated ; the small white flowers are pro- duced in panicles, followed by clusters of brilliant scarlet berries, which remain on the plant almost the entire year, giving it an elegant appearance. 15 cts. AGERflTUM. Useful border plants, flowering continually the whole summer. On the approach of frost they can be taken up and potted, and make excellent winter- flowering plants. 8 cts. Lady Jane. Bright blue ; a fine, distinct variety. White Cap. New, and without doubt the best white variety ever introduced ; a beauty. roseum. A new variety, bearing a profusion of rose-colored flowers. Tapis Blue. This is the best blue Ageratum for bedding, etc., yet produced, being dwarf and compact in habit and extremely free-flowering, superior to Cope’s pet. Raised by M. Bruant, Poitiers, France. ABUTILON. A charming class of free-flowering plants, which grow and blossom the whole year. Their flowers are large and bell-shaped, and of elegant colors. The foliage is very beautiful ; in fact, if they did not bloom at all they would still be worthy of culture on account of their elegant leaves. They make a splendid show in the open ground during summer. Our collection includes those of marked beauty. Souv. de Bonn. This is entirely different from anything we have had before in the way of variegated Abut i Ions. It is a strong, upright grower, with large, bright green foliage, distinctly edged with a broad band of creamy white and yellow. Flowers very large, on stems 8 to 9 inches in length. Color bright orange- red, very effective with its beautifully variegated foliage. It is one of the most distinct and showy orna- mental foliage plants that has come to our notice in years, and when better known will be used in large quantities in connection with Palms, Dracaenas, Rub- bers, etc , for decorative purposes, io cts. Boulo de Neige. White flowers. Plant compara- tively dwarf, and blooms very freely. The best of all for house culture, io cts. Eclipse. Massive, with beautiful variegated foli- age. Flowers scarlet, set in yellow calyx. Fine for baskets and vases. 8 cts. Golden Fleece. (Golden Bells.) A bright golden- vellow variety, of strong, vigorous habit, and very Fee-flowering. It combines large size, fine form, and richness of color, which makes it the leading yellow variety, io cts. Mrs. John Laing. Extra large flowers of deep rosy pink. A grand sort. 15 cts. Vesuvius. Large flowers of a fine shade of red. A most beautiful sort, and worthy of extensive cultiva- tion. 8 cts. Abutibm , Souv. de Bonn. Tliompsonii plena. Beautiful variegated foliage, green and gold ; has perfectly double flowers, resem- ling a double hollyhock pendent; color rich orange, shaded with crimson. 10 cts. ACMANIfl M 0 LVAVISCUS. A shrub with scarlet flowers, always in bloom, sum- mer and winter ; not subject to insects of any kind. One of the most satisfactory house-plants grown. 8c. ALOYSIA CITRIODORfL (Lemon Verbena.) A well-known shrub ; indispensable in the construc- tion of bouquets, etc., on account of the delightful fragrance of its leaves. 8 cts. ALTERNfINTHERA. Beautiful dwarf plants of compact habit, growing about 6 inches high, and admirably adapted for edg- ings to flower beds or ribbon lines, their beautifully variegated foliage of crimson, purple, yellow, pink and green forming rich masses of color ; always attractive and highly ornamental. These are the four best sorts. 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz., $3 per 100. aurea nana. Bright golden yellow, holding its color well the entire season. paronyclioides major. Crimson, scarlet and pink ; its gorgeous coloring gives it the name of Rain- bow Plant. This and Aurea 7 iana are the most used for ribbon lines and massing, gpathulata. Leaves tinted carmine and green, versicolor. Foliage ovate, olive, crimson and chocolate ; when used for edgings, it must be fre- quently sheared ; the young tips will then assume most brilliant hues. The plants are of the easiest culture, and are bright through summer drouths when flowering plants show but few blossoms. If you do not grow flowers please hand this Catalogue to some friend who does. i6 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Apios tuberous. (3CliILLE(3 fILBA fL. PL. No flower is Aiore worthy of a place in every garden than tliis. It is a hardy perennial, and tile top dies down to the ground every winter. Its many branches grow to the length of 2 or 3 feet, but droop, holding their great masses of flowers about a foot above the soil. A plant will produce hundreds and even thou- sands of beautiful white flowers the first summer. Owing to its great vigor and hardness, it can be planted in large quantities in any waste place, where it will produce a great abundance of beautiful flowers for cutting. 10 cts. each. Si per doz. BRUGMANSIA ARBOREfl. (Giant Ghost-Flower.) Angel’s Trumpet and Wedding Bells are names given to this very valuable plant. It is really one of the best plants known, and is sure, when in bloom, to delight the owner far beyond his expectations. The flowers are drooping, bell-shaped, over a foot long and 8 or 9 inches wide, creamy white and very sweet- scented. To appreciate the charming qualities of this flower you must see it in full bloom. Strong young plants, 10 cts. each. BASSELLfl RUBRfl VfIRIEGATfl. A shrubby variety of the Madeira vine ; leaves suc- culent, variegated green and white. 10 cts. REX BEGONIAS. Grown for the beauty of their foliage. The leaves are large, beautifully variegated and margined with a peculiar silvery metallic gloss; they are much used as pot plants. We offer 18 of the prettiest varieties grown at 10 cts. each, #[ per doz.; also the “Shell- Rex” (Countess Louise Erdody), described below. Countess Louise Ertlody. The leaf has a me- tallic luster, dark silver in the center, shading to cop- pery rose toward the margin. The striking peculiarity which distinguishes it from all other Begonias lies in the fact that the two lobes at the base of the leaf do not grow side by side, but one of them winds in a spiral- like way until in a full-grown leaf there are four of these twists lying nearly two inches high on top of the leaf. 15 cts. CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS. APIOS TUBEROSA. Also called Tuberous-Rooted Wistaria, as it greatly resembles that well-known vine. It blooms most pro- fusely, bearing lovely clusters of rich, deep purple flowers, possessing a delic- ious violet fragrance. Is perfectly hardy. 2 for 10 cts., s for 20 cts. (Umbrella Plant.) An ornamental grass, sending up stems about 2 feet high, surmounted at the top by a whorl of leaves, diverging horizontally. Splendid fur the center of vases, or for use as a water plant. 15 cts. BOUVARDIAS. A beautiful class of shrubby plants> with corymbs of white, rose, crimson and scarlet flowers, that appear during the fall and winter. They should be in every collection of winter-flowering plants, as they well repay cultivation. 10 cts. each, $i per doz. Alfred Nenner. Double white. President Garfield. Double pink. Davidsoni. Single white. Dazzler. Rich scarlet ; single. Kievans. Light scarlet-carmine. President Cleveland. A grand, sin- gle-flowered variety, with handsome, intense dazzling scarlet flowers of large size. Hogarthi 11 . pi. This is a beautiful new double variety, with light scarlet- carmine flowers of* extra-large size. It is a very valuable sort for cut-flower purposes, and is fully equal to the old Hogarth in all its- admirable blooming qualities and size of flowers. Humboldtii. Long, graceful tubes, expanding into florets of pure white. By far the largest single Bouvardia, and carries a distinct odor of jasmine. Brugmansid arbor ea. General Catalogue of Plants. 17 FLOWERING BEGONIAS. We know of no class of plants better adapted to amateur cultivation than these. Most of the varieties are free-growing, and in a very short time make fine specimen plants. The beauty of their foliage, combined with their graceful flowers and free blooming qualities, tend to make them one of the most desirable classes of plants grown. They require about the same temperature as bouvardias, an average of 70 degrees, to bring them to perfection. As pot plants for summer or winter decoration, they have few equals. To induce all to grow our beautiful Begonias, we offer them very cheap. They are all well-grown plants, ready to bloom. B. argentea guttata. A cross between B. Olbia and B. alba picta. Purple-bronze leaves, oblong in shape, with silvery markings, and white flowers on the tips of the stems. Fine for house culture. 10 cts. B. alba picta. A perfectly distinct variety. The leaves are glossy green, thickly spotted with silvery white. The branches are upright and gracefully curv- ing. Flowers white, to cts. B., Berthe Ciiateaurocher. Flowers a bright cur- rant red ; very floriferous ; resembles B. hybnda mullijiora. 8 cts. B. compta. From Brazil. Satiny green, with silver tinge along the mid-rib. An improvement on the old B. zebrtna. 10 cts. B. Bruanti. Glossy bright green foliage ; white flowers, shaded to a delicate pink ; a profuse- flowering and in every way desirable variety. 8 cts. 15. decora. A shrubby variety, with dark green obliquely lanceolate leaves, profusely marked with spots of silver gray ; after the style of B. argyro- stigma. 8 cts. 15. diadema. An elegant new Begonia, particularly adapted for house culture. It has large, deeply cut foliage, with silvery dots and veins, and a fine habit of growth. 10 cts. B. Tuchsioides coccinea. An elegant, fine bloom- ing variety, similar to B. hybrida multijlora in growth. The flowers are a bright scarlet. 8 cts. B. g-laucophylla scandens. A drooping species, with large panicles of orange-salmon flowers. A beautiful plant for hanging baskets. 10 cts. Begonia Gilsoni. Large-leaved, smooth, upright- growing. The leaf is sharp-pointed, regularly toothed, and of long triangular form ; very elegant. The racemes of double, rosy white flowers are borne on long stems. 10 cts. B. Haageana. (New.) A seedling from the beau- tiful B. Scharfiana. Leaves of large size, bronzy green above and red below ; flowers of the largest size, and more beautiful than those of the old favorite B. nitida; a grand variety either for ornament or bloom. 20 cts. B., M. de Ijesseps. A decided improvement on B. artrenlea guttata, the leaf being four times the size seen in that variety, while the silky texture is the same ; it is beautifully spotted with silver. A very strong, free-growing variety, that will succeed with ordinary care. 15 cts. B., Lucerne. A large leaved, upright grower, form- ing fine specimen plants, which bear many fine trusses of orange-scarlet flowers. 15 cts. B. metallica. This elegant variety has large glossy leaves, shaded with green, crimson and olive, with a peculiar metallic luster over all. Flowers large, dark pink in color, and increase the attractive- ness of this excellent’sort. 10 cts. Begonia rubra. Begonia metallica. B. manicata aurea. Large, glossy leaves, beauti- fully blotched with creamy white, with carmine etch- ings in the mature leaves. Flowers delicate blush white, on long stems. It is easily grown, and is one of the finest ornamental foliage plants for the house. Fine plants, 20 cts. B. Ha rgarilae. A variety with leaves like B. me- tallica, to which it is related, and large trusses of round, bushy form ; leaves bronze-green, with purplish cast; very free- flowering. 10 cts. B. metallica cuprea. (New.) A seedling from B. metallica, with beautiful velvety leaves of dark green. A strong, rapid grower, which is bound to become popular. 20 cts. B. nitida alba. A fine, bushy grower, with hand- some green foliage, and lovely racemes of waxen white flowers, borne the whole year round : one of the best sorts. 9 cts. B. olbia. A grand variety. The leaves are from 7 to 10 inches in diameter, and are separated into deep, sharp points. The color runs through varying shades of brown and red, the young leaves being very bright. The arrangement of the veins give the leaf an uneven surface. This variety soon attains a heavy main trunk, which carries the branches in an erect form. It has large flowers of lemon-white, and is one of the richest colored foliage varieties. 20 cts. B. rubra alba. This is a sport from B. rubra, having foliage similar, but more drooping, and with clusters of white flowers ; not so free-flowering nor so vigorous in growth as B . rubra. 8 cts. B. rubra. One of the finest of our winter-flowering plants. The leaves are dark green ; flowers dark rose, glossy and wax-like. This peculiarity is so marked that when plants are placed singly in a room, the glossy appearance of the leaves and flowers gives the impression that they are artificial rather than natural. 15 cts. B. Sandersonii. Deep scarlet ; everblooming. Known as the Coral Begonia. 8 cts. Ask your friends to club with you, and send us a trial order. i8 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Tuberous-rooted Begonias. Begonia subpeltata nigricans. Upright-grow- ing. Leaves dark red, overspread with a distinct silvery shade; pink flowers. Very fine for pots, vases or baskets, as it is free and bushy in growth. 15 cts. B. sanguinca. Leaves dark, glossy olive-green, under side deep red ; flowers white. 8 cts. B. Souv. de F. Gaulain. (New.) A remarkably strong-growing variety of stiff, upright habit ; foliage very large, somewhat in styl$ of B. rubra , not more than twice as large ; flowers beautiful coral red, large pendent panicles similar to B. rubra , but very much larger. 20 cts. B. seinperflorens gigantea rosea. This new variety attains a large size, and is a compact mass of glossy, olive-green leaves. It is so free of bloom as to present the appearance of a fine bouquet. The flower is white in the center, shading to a delicate shell-pink, distinctly margined with bright rose, and enlivened with dense clusters of yellow anthers, producing a charming effect. The plant blooms continually, but is Begonia Vernon. i freest in winter, this quality adding to its attractive- ness as a house plant. 15 cts. B. Thui stoni. (New.) This appears to be a cross between B. rubra and B. mctallica. Large, beautiful leaves ; glossy bronze-green above, and deep, blood- red beneath. Flowers light pink. A grand sort. 15c. B. Vernon. (New.) This excellent variety is of unusual merit as a bedding sort, flowering fully as freely when planted out as when grown as a pot-plant. It begins flowering when first planted, and continues throughout the whole season until stopped by frost. Foliage rich, glossy green, often shaded deep bronze ; flowers at first opening are a deep red, changing to a beautiful clear rose in the fully opened flower. It thrives everywhere, and is destined to become one of the most popular of bedding plants. 8 cts. TUBEROUS-ROOTED BEGONIAS. A handsome class of summer-blooming plants, be- ginning to flower early and continuing in full bloom until frost, rivaling the geranium in depth and inten- sity of color. They grow best if planted in partial i shade in a soil composed of leaf-tnold, sand and a small portion of well-rotted cow-manure. They also make splendid specimen plants when grown in pots. When through flowering they should be dried off, shaken free from earth, packed in charcoal-dust or dry leaf mold, and kept in a warm room until February or March, when they may be started again. Our bed of Tuberous-rooted Begonias attracted more attention than any other class of plants last summer and fall. Almost all who saw them declared their intention of planting some tubers next spring. We can furnish fine, large bulbs, grown by T. H. Spaulding, the famous Begonia specialist, as follows : Spaulding's Single Extra Mammoth. Brilliant red. “ “ 44 44 Dark red. 44 44 44 44 Rose. 44 44 44 44 Pink. 44 44 44 44 White. 44 44 44 44 Orange. Yellow. Price, 10 cts each, the set of 7 colors for 55 cts, 75 cts. per doz. SPECIAL BEGONIA COLLECTION- For 60 cents we will send 12 Flowering Begonias, no two alike, labeled. This will enable you to procure a handsome oollection of Begonias for only 60 cents, by mail, if desired, prepaid. General Catalogue of Plants. 19 CYCLAMEN PERSICUM GIGflNTEUM. This is a decided improvement on the old variety, being of a more robust habit and a strong grower. It produces flowers of immense size on short, stout stems ; the foliage is also beautiful. 15 cts. each, $1 per doz. COREOPSIS LANCEOLATA. This new hardy perennial will please all who plant it. It makes compact, permanent clumps, which dur- ing the flowering season send up numbers of strong, slender, branching stems, each branch terminated by a large bright, golden colored flower. The flowers ate borne 12 to 15 inches above the foliage, and are in their prime during midsummer. This is the loveliest and most useful perennial sent out for many years. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. CISSUS DISCOLOR A well known climber. Leaves beautifully shaded with dark green, purple and white, the upper surface having a rich velvet like appearance. Highly orna- mental as a wall plant. 15 cts. each. CENTfHjREA GYMNOCfIRPA. Silver-leaved plants, with graceful and delicately cut foliage. They make beautiful edgings to beds of large coleus. 6 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. A Japanese plant, recently introduced to this coun- try, and possessing unusually attractive merits. A vine of very rapid growth, quickly covering trellises and arbors with handsome, clean, glossy green foli- age. The flowers are of medium size, pure white, borne in immense sheets, and of a most delicious and penetrating fragrance. These flowers appear in late September, at a season when very few other vines are in bloom, this being an added merit of great consequence. The extreme rapidity of its growth, the showy foliage, beautiful and fragrant flowers borne so very freely, and its late blooming nature, united with an entire hardihood, serve to make this one of the very choicest of recent introductions, and indispen- sable to every private place. 15 cts. Coreopsis laneeolata. CLERODENDRON FRAGRANS FL.PL. This a low, shrubby plant, with large, tropical-look- ing leaves, dull green above and dusty appearing be- neath. From the axils of the leaves appear compact heads of the most exquisite, waxy, white flowers ex- . actly like miniature camellia blooms, and of the most I delicious fragrance, at times giving a pleasing banana- 1 like odor. The flowers are produced in such a com- 1 pact head as to resemble a bouquet. Given a rich soil it blooms profusely ; can be wintered in the cellar or kept for winter blossoming. If cut down by frost, sprouts readily from the roots. 15 cts. CALLA, or RICHARD1A- Ethiopica. An old favorite, which produces large white blossoms during winter and spring. Blooming plants, by express, 25 cts. albo-maculata. A variety with beautifully spotted leaves. It flowers abundantly during the summer months, planted out in the open border. The flowers are pure white, shaded with violet inside. It should be kept dry in winter, and started in spring like a dahlia. Fine bulbs, to cts.; larger bulbs, 20 cts. New Dwarf EverWoomiug Calla. This, per- haps the most valuable of all Callas, does not grow tall and scraggy, like the old variety, but is compact, with a great abundance of lustrous, dark green foliage. Its flowers appear in great abundance, both summer and winter, when grown in pots, or it will bloom pro- fusely all summer long in the open ground, and if potted in September will bloom all winter. 10 cts. each, larger, 15 cts. Morelia, Mexico, November iS, 1895. The plants came duly to hand, in a satisfactory condition. Please accept thanks for extras. Rev. H. P. McCormick. PLEASE NOTE — Every Rose plant we offer is grown from a cutting (not budded or grafted on Ma- netti stock), so that when killed down by severe frost, the shoots that are sent up from the root are genuine. 20 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. CarQatioQS. As^a summer bedder and winter bloomer, the Canation is without a rival. Its exquisitely beautiful form and many lovely shades of color, together with its delightful odor, make it a universal favorite. Its culture is very simple if its requirements are once understood. The young plants should be planted in the open ground in April or May, in strong, rich soil, and well cultivated. If they are intended for winter blooming, pinch back the young growth every few weeks until the middle of August; this will help to form bushy plants. In September take up the plants carefully so as to disturb the roots as little as possible, and pot them in suitable-sized pots, using for compost good garden soil, with a little well-rotted manure added, and taking care that the pots are well-drained. If placed in pit or light, sunny window, with a night temperature of from 40 0 to 55°, they will give a profusion of bloom all the winter and spring. 10 cents each, 90 cents per dozen. American Flag. A sport from the fine scarlet “ Portia,” from which it differs in color ; the flowers which are of good size and fine form, are distinctly striped with alternate bands of red and white. Caesar. Flowers large, 2 'A to 3 inches in di- ameter, red and white variegated, borne on long, stiff stems. Chester Pride. White, penciled with rosy carmine ; plants large, strong, and of goocl habit. Columbia. Deep orange-buff, with crimson stripes ; a strong grower. Fred. Creighton, Flowers light pink, with long stems ; a strong grower. Golden Gate. Pure golden yellow ; a strong grower and profuse bloomer. Grace Wilder. The pink Carnation par excellence. Helen Keller. One of the largest and most beautiful Carna- tions. A strong, vigorous and healthy grower. Color, clear white ground, delicately and evenly marked with bright scarlet. Mad. Albertini. A persistent free-blooming variety of excep- tional size and build. Flower very large, round and full. Color light flesh and pink, with a strong clove fragrance. Mayflower. White, profusely striped with pink and carmine. 1 1 i n/.e's White. Fine for late winter blooming; flowers large, pure white. Mad. Albertini Carnation. Louise Porsch. Clear lemon-yellow, very slightly penciled with red; a splendid grower and free- bloomer. Lizzie McGowan. An elegant new white variety, that is destined to become very popular ; flowers pure white, large, full and fragrant ; plant very free. Mrs. Fisher. ” White as the driven snow,” and beautifully fringed, fragrant and free ; in every respect a peerless variety. Nellie Lewis. A novel variety, entirely distinct from all others ; flowers a pleasing, soft shade of pink, and very fragrant ; strong grower and free-bloomer. Puritan. Flowers white, large, very full and de- liciously fragrant ; an early and continuous bloomer. Silver Spray. Pure white, and beautifully fringed. AVm. Scott. Growth vigorous, very free-blooming ; flowers large and never bursting, of a rich Grace Wilderpink color; stems long, holding the flower erect. White Dove. Pure glistening white ; flower very large and deeply fringed, with a strong clove scent. Red Cross. Bright light scarlet, of glistening tex- ture and immense size ; a fine grower. Tidal Wave. Carmine-pink; dwarf, robust and very free ; an excellent sort. Thos. Cartledge. Very fine large carmine flowers ; plant an early and profuse bloomer. COLEUS. We grow the cream of standard varieties, and a col- lection of 20 new sorts, including every imaginable va- riegation and variety of color. 5 cts. each, 7 for 25 cts., 30 for Si. General Catalogue of Plants. 21 New Large=Flowering Dwarf French Cannas. The Most Desirable Bedding Plants for the flroerican Garder). Grand tropical effects are produced by the luxuriant foliage of these plants in various shades of green, pur- ple and bronze, with the splendid flower spikes of the newer kinds. They are the finest bedding plants we can offer. We are always pleased to submit estimates or plans for large beds. Write us. The varieties of- fered are the cream of existing sorts, and bear flowers similar in size and form to gladi- olus blossoms. The roots can be easily wintered in a cellar. Five Grar)d New French Cai}i)as. Myrosma cannsei'olia. (The White Canna. ) This is a South American member of the Canna family, and is a novelty of the first water, the stock of which, as yet, is both scarce and of the highest commercial value. The illustration conveys a good idea of the habit of growth, which is decidedly Canna- like. The flowers, how r ever, are entirely distinct, being of purest possible white, heavy in texture like an Eucharis, and infinitely more fra grant — so much so that a single flower will fill a whole greenhouse with its delicious orange-like fra- grance. They are produced in great numbers, and continuously, for more than two months. It is so closely allied to the Canna family that frequently the flowers strongly resemble those of the Canna. Price, 25 cts. Flamingo. This Canna rarely grows more than 3 feet high, and commences blooming when but 8 inches from the ground. Flowers are large, more than 4 inches in diameter, and cluster around the stalk like a huge hyacinth spike. The flower is an intense glowing crimson without spot or blem- ish. Bright green foliage. A rare Canna. Price 35 cents. Queen Charlotte. The enormous trusses of bloom tower grandly above the foliage, giving each spike the ap- pearance of a perfect bou- quet— a rare form among Cannas, and toour knowl- Queen Charlotte Canna. edge, found in no other variety, with the exception of “Flamingo.” The flowers are large, of good substance, and in color most strik- ing and unique — bright orange-scarlet, irregularly banded with a wide margin of golden yellow. The plant attains a height of 3 feet, and has a bluish green foliage. Price, 30 cts. Golden Star. A seedling from Star of ’91. The flowers are large, and of an absolutely solid deep golden yellow color. I11 all other respects it resembles its parent. Price 25 cts. Sophie Buchner. The strongest-growing Canna of the Q-ozy type in cultivation, with large Musa-like foliage of a deep green color, which, in a rich soil, will attain a height of 8 feet or more ; the flowers are light scarlet, overlaid with orange, and are produced in bold, heavy spikes. This Canna at- tracted more attention last summer than any other variety we grew. Price 20 cts. A Set of 12 New and Rare Cannas. Price, IS cts. each. The set ot 12 for $ 1 . 20 ; any 3 for 35 cts.. any 6 for 65 cts., $8 per 100 . Charles Deippe. A hybrid between Ehe- manni and the French type, with which it is almost identical except in the foliage, which is marked with metallic bronze. Comte Horace de Choiseul. Flowers of a deep crimson, of large size; foliage deep green. Myrosma cannaefolia. 22 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. CMldei Canna. Denil ink variety of the White Ostrich Plume Mrs. A 1 p h e u s Hardy. L. Canning. (J.) Pure white. Lilian B. Bird. Col. William B. Smith. (J.) Large, high and double ; golden bronze, fine for exhibition. Diana. Beautifully quilled ; white. Elmer 1 ). Smith. (J.) Color cardinal red, of a rich, pleasing shade, faced upon the petals with clear chamois. Eda Prass. (J.) Delicate salmon-pink. Flora Hill. (J.) One of the finest whites in exis- tence ; an immense double flower. Gloriosum. (J.) One of the best early varieties of yellow. Garnet . (J.) Inner side of petals a rich wine red, reverse silvery-pink on opening. Petals have a pecu- liar manner of twisting or curling. Harry L. Sunderbruch. (J.) Large; clear, bright yellow' ; fine for exhibition. Harry Balaley. (J.) Pearly rose ; petals erect. Ivory. (J.) Pure white ; a splendid free-flowering variety'. Jessica. (J.) Very large ; white ; very early. John Firth. (J.) Novel and distinct shape. Deep mermet pink, shading to silvery rose. J. G. Blaine. (C.) The darkest colored Chrysan- Marguerite Jef- fords. (J.) Amber- yellow; globular; fine for exhibitions. Mrs. Ti. C. Mad- eira. (C.) Large, globular ; orange- yellow. M rs. B o bert Craig'. (J.) Perfectly double, large ; snow-white. Miss Minnie Wanamaker. (J.) Creamy white, incurved ; dwarf. Mons. Boyer. (J.) Large flower of soft lilac rose. Mrs. J. Lewis Childs. (J.) The flowers are 01 enormous size, of the incurved, Japanese type; nearly as round as a ball, and as white as snow. Miss Mary Weightman. (J.) Very distinct chrome yellow ; in form loose and feathery, very large and full. Mutual Frieud. A reflexed pure white, from 7 to 11 inches in diameter, and great depth of flower. Marie Louise. (JR.) White ; petals interlaced. Mrs. George West. (I.) Flowers of immense size, with broad petals of rose-pink shaded rose-purple. Mikado. Flowers exquisitely fringed, curved and plaited ; of irregular form ; crimson and gold. Mrs. George H. Morgan. ( 1 .) Pure golden yel- low flowers of large size and good substance. Early. Mrs. Georg J. Magee. (I.) Flowers globular, very double ; a distinct shade of pink. Mrs. George M. Pullman. (JR.) Very early and striking in color, with stout stem and luxuriant foliage. Flowers very large, rudely retlexed ; deepest golden yellow. President Harrison. (J.) An immense cupped flower ; outside petals salmon-red ; center, deep In- dian red. Enormous, free and distinct. Peculiarity. An entirely novel flower. Very double. One compact mass of bright rose tubes. President William B. Smith. (J.) Double; fine self-pink ; fine exhibition variety. Sugar Loaf. Everybody’s Chrysanthemum, being a fine grower, and perfecting numerous extra large flowers of bright yellow ot bronze-yellow, inner petals incurving. Tuxedo. (R.) Amber, with reverse of gold. themum on the list. Deep walnut- brown, with touches of dark crimson. Joseph H. 'White. (J.) White ; globular flower. Judge Hoitt. (A.) Very broad petals ; pale pink. Kate Brown. Pure white ; very early. Lilian B. Bird. Q.) An exquisite shrimp pink in color, producing flowers which often measure 10 inches in diame- ter, long tubular petals o f perfect form. Our pot-grown Tomato Plants give great satisfaction. 26 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Blue Spirwa, Carypteris Mastacanthus. d:T. C. Price. (J.) Double, much twisted, and in- curved in the form of a corkscrew ; color, a rich straw- berry-cream. TheQueen. (J.) Extra large, semi-globular ; pure white. Titian. (J.) Dark rose; midseason. V. H. Hallock. (J.) Pearly rose, deeper in center. A beauty. Violet Rose. A beautiful combination of violet and rose in color. Viviand Morel. (J.) Silky rose. Very beautiful. W. N. Rudd. (J.) Perfectly double ; pale laven- der-pink. Yellow Queen. Very early ; clear bright yellow. SPFRI A I (1FFFR For$l wewillsend 25 CIirysanthe- 01 luihl ui I L. ii i mums, our selection of varieties, no two alike, labeled, either by mall or express. This collection will make a beautiful display next fall. F (3 NCY- LEAVED CflLADIUMS. We have a fine collection of first-class, distinct, bril- liantly marked varieties. They are especially valuable for decorating conservatories and window-boxes and as specimen plants. Most of the varieties succeed finely in partly shaded warm outdoor borders, in light, rich soil, if planted early in summer. The leaves are never as large as in C. esculentum , but the brilliant cardinal-red, cream, pink, and various shades of green displayed in the veitiings and blotchings of the leaves cannot be obtained in any other class of plants. For arranging floral baskets or table decorations, the leaves are quite as handsome as any flower. 20 cts. ea. CADADIUM ESCULENTUM. Very effective, and suitable either for single specimen plants on the lawn, masses in beds, or margins of water ; its very distinct, apron-like leaves often attain the length of 3 feet by 20 inches wide, and have a rich, tropical effect. The growth is very rapid, and the ground must be made rich. Watering in dry seasons will help develop large leaves. Bulbs can be stored in dry sand in winter, and kept from year to year. Large bulbs, 20 cts. each, Si. 75 per doz.; extra large, 30 cts. each, *2.50 per doz.; smaller bulbs, 10 cts. each, Si per doz. CUPHEA- Llavae. A fine, new Cuphea, flowers red, white and blue; it is well adapted for general uses, such as bedding out, pot culture or hanging baskets, and at- tracts great attention as a curiosity. A very unique plant. 10 cts. platycentra. (Cigar Plant.) Red tube with black ends, covered with flowers all summer. 5 cts. CENTURY PLAINT. (flGflVES.) Century plants have long been used for tropical ef- £ feet- Will stand any kind of weather and sun, and can be stored in any room free from frost in winter. A. Americana. (Variegated.) Center of leaves green, with broad creamy white stripes on the margin ; one of the handsomest of all. 15, 25 and 50 cts. each, according to size. CARYOPTERIS MASTACANTHUS. (Blue Spiraea.) This is one of the most brilliant novelties from China that we have to offer this season, and without doubt, one of the greatest acquisitions. With us it has bloomed ever since Mat , even in 2-inch pots, and at this date the plants have formed specimens 2 to 3 feet high and wide, which are still a mass of flowers of the most pleasing, rich lavender blue, a color so rare among flowers. It grows more readily than a gera- | nium. even in a dry spot, and it is sure to become a favorite as a cut flower, as a pot plant, and for the gar- den. Plants potted and brought into the house will I bloom profusely throughout the winter months, and give an abundance of graceful flowering branches, isc. v ELLOW PARIS DAISY, or MARGUERITE. Very profitable for cut-flowers. Always in demand, and very easily handled. Etoile d'Or. Flowers golden yellow, of fine form and large size ; prized for corsage bouquets. 10 cts. DOUBLE WRITEoDfllSY. SNOW CREST. A great improvement on all existing sorts. Its habit of growth and size of flowers, in comparison with older varieties, is gigantic. The flowers, which are borne on stout, stiff stems from 6 to 10 inches long, are of the purest white and full to the center. When fully developed they rise to a conical, or sugar-loaf form, and well-grown specimens will cover a silver dollar. It makes an admirable hardy garden plant, or may be forced for cut-flowers under the same treatment as violets. 10 cts. each, 3 for 25 cts. Dahlias require good, deep, mellow soil, thoroughly enriched with well rotted manure, and an abundance of water upon the plants as well as at the roots daring dry, hot weather. We offer a list of the best sorts of pot-grotvn plants for general planting. -\eyv Cactus Dahlia Nyiuphaia. (The Pink Wa- ter-Lily Dahlia.) An entirely distinct and novel va- riety of perfect shape, producing flowers of large size, with heavy, broad petals, those of the centre being somewhat cupped or incurved. The color is a clear, distinct, light-shrimp pink, shading slightly darker towards the outer petals, a color difficult to describe, and which is rare in all plants. This peculiar color and its form have suggested the name, Water-Lily Dahlia. 25 cts. A. 1 ). Devon!. The loveliest of all pink Dahlias in form ; long stems ; petals beautifully quilled ; the ex- act color of a La France rose. 25 cts. Fair Unknown. Bright clear lemon, tipped with pure white ; the loveliest variety grown. 25 cts. General Catalogue of Plants. 27 STANDARD VARIETIES OF DAHLIAS. 10 cts. each, 7 for 50 cts., 15 for $1. Adelina Patti. Large flowers of clear, beautiful pink. Ariel. (Pompon.) Pure white. Bird of Paradise. White, tinged with pink. Bonnard’s Yellow. One of the earliest bloomers; yellow. Cleopatra. Blush white; fine. Crimson Ball. Fine crimson. Fire Ki ng. (Cactus.) Bright, distinct red. Floral Park Gem. Variegated crimson and rose. Germania Nova. (Cactus.) Bright cherry red. Gem. Fine crimson. Golden Bedder. Rich golden yellow. Guinea Hen. iPompon.) Variegated rose and maroon. .Tuarezii. Crimson cactus ; fine color and curious. Lurline. Fine yellow. Miss Thatcher. Considered the finest yellow. Margaret Bruanl. Pure white ; superior to the well-known dwarf Camelliteflora. Miss Bond. Fine lemon color. A. D. Levoni Dahlia. Quaker Lady. Terra-cotta, variegated and shaded with rose. A fine flower. Snowball. A ball of pure white ; fine. Vie de Res. (Pompon.) Fine red. Victory. Scarlet. Win. Pearce. Pure yellow. Yellow Bird. A very free blooming, clear yellow, handsome Dahlia. Zulu. Deep maroon. DRflCflENfl IN DIVISA. Of all the plants in use for centers of vases, or for beds in the open ground, nothing is so valuable as this. F rom its graceful drooping habit, it is sometimes called “ Fountain Plant.” 15 cts. DWARF, or CAVENDISH BANANA. OAn extra fine sort; dwarf, but very strong and ro- bust, attaining a height of only 4 or 5 feet. The mag- nificent leaves look as though sprinkled with blood. The yield of fruit is enormous ; sometimes as many as 200 or 300 Bananas are produced in one bunch. The plants can be wintered over in a dry cellar like a canna, Dwarf, or Cavendish Banana. or be kept growing all winter, and if planted out early in a sunny place, in very rich soil, will often produce a crop of delicious fruit. A most desirable ornament for the lawn. 25 cts. and 50 cts., according to size. FERNS. Adi an turn gracillimuin. Ati elegant and distinct Fern, with light and graceful fronds a foot long and 8 or 9 inches across, thin and fragile ; the color is pale yellow, tinted with olive-green. 10, 15 and 25 cts., according to size. Adiantum cuneatum. (Maiden-Hair.) The light, graceful fronds are of moderate size, and vary beauti- fully in color. 15 cts. Nephrolepsis exaltata. (Sword Fern.) Of easy culture, and soon grows to a great size ; very popular for all sorts of decorations. 10, 15 and 25 cts. Pteris tremula. Very large; rich green foliage, beautifully cut, and of rapid growth. 15 cts. Alsopliila Australis. This is the famous Au- stralian Tree Fern. It forms a trunk, from the crown of which it sends out heavy, graceful fronds, that be- come very large in a few years. A Fern of quick growth, easy culture, and a most desirable decora- tive plant. 25 cts., 50 cts. and$i, according to size. It is to our interest to look after the interest of our customers. 28 A. B. Davis & Son, Purceli.ville, Virginia. Trailing Queen Fuchsia. FICUS ELflSTICfl. (India-Bubber Tree.) Large smooth, leathery leaves; one of the finest house plants ; it grows to a large size, and produces enormous green leaves that create a superb effect. Socts. to $1, according to size. FUCHSIA. The Fuchsias, as all know, are elegant flowers, deli- cate in coloring and exquisitely graceful in form. There are many partially shaded sides of the garden where they succeed admirably, more especially if the soil is made rich, and has occasionally a good soaking of water. It is not advisable to place them in full sun, as they frequently shed all their leaves in such posi- tions, and look unhappy. Before the first frosts re- move the plants to the house, and with good treatment they will make you glad all winter and will be found ready for service again next summer. The Fuchsias, under fair treatment, make ample return to the culti- vator for all the care bestowed on them. Price, except where noted, io cts. each, 3 for 25 cts. Avalanche. Beautiful golden foliage and dark, double, violet-purple corolla. Black Prince. Tube and petals bright, waxy car- mine ; sepals large and broad, with pale green tips ; large, open, pale pink corolla. Countess of* Aberdeen. Sepals and corolla pure white. Flowers single, borne in profusion. 20 cts. Elm City. Sepals rich crimson ; corolla deep purple, double ; very free-flowering; extra fine. The best purple Fuchsia for market. Ernest Renan. Tube short, rosy-white; sepals reflexed ; large, single, rose-colored corolla ; plant a very free grower. New Fuchsia, Little Beauty. This is one of the most remarkable Fuchsias ever introduced. The plants begin blooming when only 3 inches high, and are always covered with blooms that resemble Black Prince in shape, with bright scarlet sepals and light, shiny purple corolla. A large plant will have hundreds of blooms on it at one time. To induce all to grow this wonderful new Fuchsia, we offer nice plants for 15 cts. each, 2 for 25 cts. Phenomenal. The largest of all Fuchsias; short tube and sepals of a bright rich, reddish crimson ; corolla very full and double, of a beautiful azure- violet, flaked with red. l*he habit is good, and the plant is a persistent bloomer, beginning when very small. Storm King. This famous Fuchsia still stands at the head of the list ; its flowering qualities are remark- able ; the flowers are immense in size and very double ; the outer petals are deep crimson, inside ones pure waxen white. 15 cts. Mad. van der Strass. Flowers of large, elegant form ; sepals long and reflexed, pure red ; corolla large, double, white. The finest double white Fuchsia for market. Moils. Thibaut. A splendid variety, with large, handsome foliage of delicate green, which alone would make it worthy of cultivation. The flowers are single, of unusual size ; sepals dark red ; corolla rose ver- milion, tinted violet. Mrs. E. G. Hill. The short tube and sepals area bright, rich, reddish crimson ; the corolla is extra- large, full and double ; the flowers are of the largest size. It has size, freedom of bloom and good constitu- tion. Must win its way into favor everywhere. Molesworth. An improvement on the well-known and popular Storm King, being a much stronger grower. The flowers differ from that variety in being much purer white. Trailing Queen. The plants are of trailing habit, and the flowers are borne in large, drooping clusters. They are very large, long and graceful, buds, tubes and sepals being bright rosy scarlet, while the corolla when it first opens is a deep, rich violet purple, chang- ing the second day to a fine shade of crimson, both colors showing on the plant to great advantage. White Giant. A superb new double white variety. Tubes and sepals of a bright scarlet ; corolla large, double and waxy white. 8 cts. White Giant Fuchsia. We sell our Plants as Cheap as is consistent with First-Class Stock. General Catalogue of Plants. 29 Rosaine Patri. Double variety ; fine; a wonder- fully free-bloomer, quite early ; tube and sepals rosy carmine, corolla of the purest white. Puritana. One of the prettiest single varieties. Sepals carmine, corolla pure white. New Mas todonte . Flowers globular, deep crim- son tube and sepals ; deep, rich violet corolla. Bpeciosa. Sepals light pink, corolla darker ; a profuse bloomer, and makes a superb specimen when grown to large size and wintered over. SPECIAL OFFER OF FUCHSIAS. For 50 cents we will send 12 nice varieties of our own selection, which will make a fine display. FEVERFEW, LITTLE GEM. This is a grand improvement on the dwarf Feverfew. It is very dwarf, attaining a height of only 8 to 12 inches. The flowers are larger, of more perfect form, and of the purest white. 8 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. GREVILLEA ROBUSTfl. (The Silk Oak.) A magnificent plant for decorative purposes ; of rapid, easy growth, finely cut foliage, rivaling a rare fern. The young growing leaves are a light bronze color, the tips being covered with a soft down, closely resembling raw silk, hence the name of “Silk Oak.’’ In its native place it attains magnificent proportions and produces an abundance of bright, orange colored flowers. The leaves are fine for designs, so fern-like and not liable to wilt, io cts each, 3 for 25 cts. GLADIOLUS. The Gladiolus is the most beautiful of the tender summer-flowering bulbs. I is spikes are all of desirable colors ; some are 2 feet in height. If cut when the lower flowers only are open, they will remain in good order, opening fully, for several weeks. By planting the bulbs at intervals of two week's from April to July, a grand succession of bloom can be had until hard frosts. After frost, lift the bulbs and store them in a dry cellar. Our Gladioluses elicited the admiration of all visitors last summer. We offer a mixture of 200 varieties, raised mostly from seed, hardly any two Gladiolus. alike. All the dull shades were culled out when they were in bloom. We Offer Large, Fir)e, Bloort)ing Bulbs. White “ Light Yellow varieties, mixed .... Extra Choice, mixed Pink and variegated 04 Each Per doz. 100 $0 04 $0 30 §2 00 05 5 ° 2 75 06 60 4 00 03 25 1 75 04 35 2 5 o Geraniums. The hot southern sun is too severe for many plants that are beautiful in northern and western cities, and frequent drouths bar out many more, but Geraniums endure sun and drouth, and upon the return of cooler days and heavy dews they grow and bloom as if there had never been weather of any sort but that of their own choosing. It matters not what the temperature, Geraniums are always growing, always green, and crowned with flowers from May until November. Perhaps in no other class of plants has the march of improvement advanced so rapidly. New colors, new styles, profuse blooming sorts— all these have combined to make the Ge- ranium the most popular plant for bedding and house culture. Double Geraniums. New Hybrid Geranium, P. Crozy. Asa Gray. Salmon pink. 8 cts. Bruunti. A fine orange scarlet Geranium for bedding and pot-cul- ture. The bloom is semi-double and the truss immense. 8 cts. each, i6for$i. Centaur. The best double pink in cultivation. 8 cts. Ernest Lauth. Deep glowing crimson. 8 cts. Emil de Gerardin. Fine double pink, io cts. Fire Brand. Immense truss, color flame-scarlet; a grand sort, io cts. each. Grand Chancellor. Large crimson-maroon. Sets. New Hybrid Geranium, P. Crozy. A cross between the Zonale and the Ivy Geraniums. The foliage shows the blending of the two races, having the form of the Ivy and the substance and size of the Zonale. The flowers are brilliant scarlet, semi-double, last a long while, and are borne in the greatest profusion ; the trusses measure 6 inches across and the individual florets 2 inches. The habit of the plant is dwarf and compact. 15 cts. We offer larger inducements to club raisers than any other florist in the country. 3° A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Theocrite. Very large semi- double flowers of the most beauti- ful and unique form, borne in immense trusses, the individual florets being the largest of the semi-double va- rieties. Its color- ings are simply without an equal, a soft, tender, rose, with violet shadings, entirely distinct from any other variety in coloring. 15 cts. White Swan. Large, pure white. 8 cts. W i 1 h e 1 in Ptfitzer. A beau- tiful bright apri- cot color, quite distinct, and by far the best ever sent out of the color. 10 cts. We will mail 16 Gera- niums, priced at 8 or 10 cts., for $1, your selection of varieties, scented, double, single or fancy-leaved sorts. SPECIAL OFFER. Single Gerarjiums. Souv. tie Mirantle. The body of each petal is pure satiny white, with a distinct, sharply defined band of brilliant carmine running around each one and narrowing to the center. 10 cts. W. C. Bryant. Large scarlet, white eye. to cts. La Perle. Pure white. 8 cts. Gen. Grant. Solid red ; the best single bedding sort. 8 cts. each, $5 per 100. Helen Dick. Large ; salmon colored. 8 cts. Mad. Hay. Large ; salmon pink. 8 cts. Mrs. J. A. Garfield. A new Geranium, with pure white flowers ; dwarf. 10 cts. White Perfection. Pure white, profuse bloomer. Without an equal for winter. 10 cts. GERAN1IIJIS, continued. Sam Sloan. An extra fine velvety crimson, carry- ing immense trusses in great quantities. 10 cts. Gladys Spaulding. A beautiful shade of orange- scarlet ; a grand winter bloomer ; the plants often attain a height of 4 feet in a single season. The plant is a graceful, slender grower ; fine for window culture. 8 cts. Heteranthe. Vermilion red, of a bright and pleasing shade ; a dwarf compact grower ; a full heading variety. 10 cts. La Favorite. The finest white. 8 cts. Lord Tennyson. Semi-double, vermilion red ; flowers absolutely perfect in shape, contour, and make- up ; trusses exceptionally large, borne in immense spherical balls often measuring 8 inches across. 15c. L. Smith. Beautiful orange-scarlet; of dwarf habit; a fine bedder. 8 cts. Mad. Hoste. Fine salmon, touched with white. 8 cts. Queen of the West . This is one of the best bed- ding Geraniums on the list. It grows very freely, and blooms in the greatest profusion. Color a light orange scarlet. 8 cts. Mary Hallock Foote. Immense trusses of bright, pale salmon, with a pure white eye. A great variety. 15 cts. Madame Quinet. A beautiful pure white, strong, upright grower, with dense foliage. 10 cts. Louis Ulbach. Bright orange scarlet, so much as to give a decided yellow hue ; a beautiful sort. 8 cts. Comte Netumleres. Bright orange vermilion, the three lower petals cream white. A magnificent and very distinct addition to the type. 15 cts. AVonder. The largest scarlet Geranium out. Flowers brightest scarlet ; a sort that pleases all. 15c. Argand. Salmon pink. 8 cts. Mrs. K. G. Hill. Blush pink ; very good sort. 8c. Peach Blossom. Ground color of flower white, shaded and marbled with light and dark peach pink ; trusses of good size. 10 cts. Richard Brett. Deep crimson scarlet. 8 cts. ONew Life. Variegated rose and red. 15 cts. SPECIAL OFFER OF GERANIUMS. For $1 we will send 24 single or double Geraniums, or 12 of each, our selection of varieties. This collection will make a brilliant display. Do not fail to fill out the Order Sheet Carefully. General Catalogue of Plants. 3i Variegated-Leaved Geraniuros. Pride of Ramona. Golden yellow, with broad red zone ; scarlet flowers ; good bedder. 10 cts. Happy Thought. Leaves creamy yellow in the center and edged with green ; scarlet flowers ; a pro- fuse bloomer. 10 cts. Silver Pheasant. Leaves a pale green, margined with creamy white ; flowers scarlet. 10 cts. Mad. Salleroi. A very compact variety of Silver Geranium ; ifine for massing. 8c. each, 60c. per doz. Mrs. Polloek. Bright, bronzy red zone, belted with crimson and edged with golden^ yellow. 10 cts. Distinction. The leaves are encircled with deep black. 10 cts. Fanny. Leaves golden yellow, with red zone ; peach-colored blossoms. 10 cts. Zulu. A bright yellow leaf, with almost black zone. 10 cts. New Double-Flowered Silver-Leaved Geranium, Mrs. Parser. ' In this beautiful variety we have the only double- flowering variety in the silver-leaved section. While the foliage is deep green, with a broad border and margin of pure snow white, the flower is perfectly double, and of a clear, bright pink. In color it is an exact counterpart of that grand variety, “Centaur.” 15 cts. Double Ivy Geraniums. 10 cts. each, 3 for 25 cts. Galilee. Light rosy pink. Jean d' Arc. Fine large white. Gloire de Lorraine. Cherry red ; very large. Souv. de Chas. Turner. Deep bright pink. Count H. de Choiseuil. Pale blush, bordered salmon. Garden Glory. Deep crimson. Fragraot-Leaved Gerar)iun)s. Peppermint, Oak-leaved, Rose, Pennyroyal, Shrubland Pet, Lemon, Nutmeg, Balm, Syca- more and Scarlet Rose (Mrs. Taylor). 8 cts. each. Apple Scented. 15 cts. GfllLLARDIA GRANDIFLORfl. This is undoubtedly one of the finest of hardy Per- ennials. The flowers are large, very numerous, pro- duced on long stems ; excellent for cutting, and of the most gorgeous coloring. The center is dark-red brown, while the petals are variously marked with rings of brilliant scarlet crimson, orange and ver- milion, and often a combination of all these colors in one flower. It delights in a rather poor, light soil, and blooms in the greatest profusion from June to Novem- ber. 10 cts. each, 3 for|25 cts- GNAPHAL1UM LANATUM, A downy, white-foliaged plant of creeping habit, ad- mirably adapted for the front lines of ribbon borders; also a fine basket plant. 8 cts. GOLDEN LEMON Th|YME. The leaves are curiously edged and variegated with golden yellow, increasing in brilliancy of color as the autumn approaches, giving it the appearance of a bed of gold. 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz. HELIOTROPE. These plants are universal favorites on account of their delightful fragrance. They flower equally well as bedding plants in summer or as pot plants in the house during winter. 90 cts. per dozen. Albert Delaux. Flowers bright lavender- blue ; foliage a golden yellow, blotched with green. A gem. 8 cts. Douglas. Deep purple flowers. 8 cts. Mrs. David Wood. The new semi-double, although we cannot see any double to it ; how- ever, it is a fine, distinct Heliotrope, with large trusses of violet flowers with light center. 8 cts. Mad. Bruant. Plant dwarf and exceedingly free-blooming. Immense panicles of very large flowers ; rich purple, with large white eye. See illustration. 8 cts. Juliette. Large flower heads of rich lilac. 8c. White Lady. A stronggrowing, free-branch- ing plant, very profuse in bloom. The flower is large and of the purest white. 8 cts. Swanley Giant. The largest of Heliotropes ; rich lilac. 8 cts. Fleur d’Ete. A splendid new sort, having panicles of bloom of the largest size, the indi- vidual florets being a wide trumpet shape ; beau- tiful shade of blue, shading to white at the center. Very fragrant. 15 cts. Heliotrope, Madame Bruan Carnations are the most fashionable cut-flowers. Don’t fail to grow some. 32 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Hydrangea Otaksa. raniosus pictis. (Red-Branched.) This is one of the finest varieties in cultivation. It has dark red branches that brighten as they near the flower trusses. The plant is of robust habit, and produces freely im- mense heads of deep rose-colored flowers. 20 cts. h|OYA. (Wax-Plant.) carnosa. A climbing plant, with thick, fleshy leaves and umbels of beautiful flesh- colored, star- shaped flowers. One of the best plants for house culture, as it stands extreme heat and cold better than most plants, and is not easily injured by neglect. 10 cts. to 25 cts., according to size. carnosa variegata. Like the above, except that the leaves are variegated with olive andwhite. 25 cts. HELIANTHUS MULTIFLORUS. (Hardy Double Golden Sunflower.) A beautiful hardy plant, growing to the height of 3 or 4 feet ; flowers a rich golden-yellow, very double, and as large as a medium-sized dahlia. Much prized as a corsage flower, and one of the best hardy per- ennials. It begins to bloom in July, and continues until frost. 10 cts. HELIOTROPE, continued. Picciola. (Bruant.) Rosy violet, indeed, almost red ; the most decided of that color. A grand variety, also very free blooming and of beautiful habit. It has attracted much attention and been greatly admired at exhibitions. 10 cts. Queen of Violets. Its color is of the deepest violet-purple, with large, almost pure white center. 10 cts. IMPflTIENS. Sultani. Of compact, neat habit, and a perpetual bloomer ; the flowers are a peculiar brilliant rosy- scarlet color, inches in diameter, and produced very freely. 10 cts. Sultani variegata. Like the above, but with fine variegated foliage. 10 cts. The Queen. Like Sultani, with large salmon-pink flowers. 10 cts., the 3 for 25 cts. CHINESE HIBISCUS. IVIES. Large-growing tropical shrubs, with very glossy foliage. The plants under the hottest sun produce enormous flowers in great number, and make noble specimens. They can be grown in tubs, and kept for years. The blossoms average 5 or 6 inches in diam- eter, and are gorgeously colored.- « Price, except where noted, 10 cents each. aurantiaca. Large and double, orange-colored flowers. carininatus perfect us. A full round flower of perfect shape ; rich, soft carmine rose, with deep, crimson eye. 15 cts. Callerii. Flowers buff-yelfow, with a crimson scarlet base. Peculiarly handsome. 15 cts. decorns. New. A very large and brilliant flower of clear scarlet. minatus semi-pleuus. Semi-double, flowers of brilliant vermilion scarlet ; petals waved and re- curved ; very handsome. suh-violaceus. Flowers of enormous size ; beau- tiful carmine, tinted with violet; probably the largest flower of the Hibiscus family; the plant is an unu- sually free-bloomer. 8 cts. versicolor. A variety combining in its flowers all colors found in the whole family ; they are handsomely striped with crimson, buff, rose and white. zebrina. Double ; outer petals scarlet, edged with yellow ; inner petals irregular and curiously varie- gated with creamy white. HYDRflNGEflS. These are elegant pot or border plants, much in demand for Easter decorations. The flower-heads are very large and handsome. Otaksa. Heads large ; flowers bright rosy pink, contrasting beautifully with other sorts. Of low, bushy growth. 10 cts. Thos. Hogg. Immense trusses of flowers, at first tinged with green, then turning pure white, and re- maining so a long time. 10 cts. English, Parlor and Kenilworth. All valuable for vases, baskets and house decorations. 10 cts. each. IPOMOEH, or MOON-FLOWER. noc ti flora. The well-known and much sought Moon-flower. A very rapid grower, with large white flowers, that expand only at night and on cloudy days. Very attractive and handsome, and unequaled as a summer climber. In one season it will cover a great amount of surface with its handsome foliage. 10 cts. noctiflora varlegata. This is one of the greatest acquisitions to our list of summer-climbing plants. The foliage is beautifully marked with clear white and vivid green ; the flowers are identical with those of the famous Moon-flower. Trained to wires, strings or wooden trellis in the open gound, it is attractive even when out of bloom. 10 cts. Single Hibiscus. Canna, Sophie Buchner, is “ a thing- of beauty.” See page 21. General Catalogue of Plants. 33 IPOMCEA IiCatii. (Blue Moonflovvcr .) A hand- some, quick - growing, perennial climber. Often flow- ers in bunches of half a dozen. The individual blooms are trumpet-shaped, about 4 inches across, of a rich velvet hue, with fine purple rays. The vine grows about 25 feet in one sea- son, and is a most attractive climber. Blooms in daytime. 10 cts. Mexicana. (The Pink Moon- flower.) This, like I. Learii , blooms during the day time. It has a strong tuberous root, like a dahlia, which can be wintered in a cellar. Its leaves are also beautifully divided. The flowers are violet-crimson, and look like a piece of rich satin. The vine is very rapid in growth, the tubers giving it an early and strong start, which makes its season of usefulness the longest of any climber of its class. 15 cts. Morton ii. A rapid-growing perennial, with all the colors combined. 10 cts. “Heavenly Blue.” Not new, but so beautiful as to be grown by all. The vines are very luxuriant and completely covered by exquisite airy blue flowers, measuring four inches across. 10 cts. The Set of Six Moonflowers for SO cts. JAPAN LOQUflT. The fruit is of the size of a plum, yellow and of deli- cious taste. One of our most beautiful broad-leaved evergreens. One of the .finest ornamental plants for the house known. Resists gas, dust, drouth, soggy soil, and the many obstacles to successful plant growth, well. Leaves are large and of a pleasing shade of blue-green. We consider it much finer than Ficus elastica as a decorative plant. Beautiful plants from 3-inch pots. 20 cts. JASMINES. New Jasmine, Maid of Orleans. A very at- tractive new sort, with good-sized double flowers blooming profusely all summer; shining pale green foliage. We predict for it a rapid sale, as it is so much easier to handle than any other Cape Jasmine, and, as a whole, more desirable. 25 cts. Ipomcea nocMtlora. (See opposite page.) Cape Jasmine. ' ( Gardenia florida. ) Much grown for its delicious fragrance and the beauty of its flowers, which are white and double. 15 cts. ; larger, 25 cts, revolutum. A yellow-flowered Jasmine, nearly hardy and exquisitely fragrant. 15 cts. grail ditioru in. (Catalonian Jasmine.) From Italy. The flowers are pure white, star-shaped, and of exquisite fragrance. 10 cts. Grand Duke of Tuscany. This Jasmine is very easily grown ; even small plants bear a profusion of very double, creamy white flowers, having a delicious perfume. It is a magnificent plant, and will become one of the most valuable arid popular pot-plants when better known. It can be stored in a dry cellar in winter. 25 cts. JUSTICE COOPER!. An upright-growing pot-plant of free growth, crowned with terminal spikes of beautiful, rosy pink flowers nearly the whole year. 10 cts. NEW DWARF LOBELIfl. This fine new plant bears beautiful little blue flowers that sparkle like dewdrops. The plants are low and spreading; fine for pot-culture and hanging baskets. The admiration of all. 6 cts. each, 6 for 25 cts. LfINTfINfIS, or SHRUBBY VERBENAS. Very showy, and fine for bedding. Colors White, Pink and Rose. 10 cts. LEMON. Dwarf. The fruit is large, and makes the best of lemonade. The tree begins bearing when in only 4 and 5-inch pots, and is very prolific. Every one who has a place to grow a Lemon tree should have one, as the trees are both useful and ornamental. 10 cts.; larger, 25 cts. Jasmine, Grand Duke of Tuscany, LOPROSPERMUM SCANDENS. A rapid-growing vine, with beautiful dark green foliage. Excellent for covering fences or outhouses in summer, as it attains a height of 20 feet. 10 cts. 34 A. B. Davis & Son, Nepcta Glechoma. LINUM TRIGYNUM. A winter-blooming plant of great beauty, producing, in great profusion, very large and showy blossoms of a bright yellow. The plant is a complete mass of bloom for a long time during winter; the flowers are about the size of Morning-Glories, and no matter how small the plant is, it will bloom profusely. 15 cts. MADEIRA VINE. Rapid climber ; fragrant flowers. 5 cts. each, 6 for 20 cts. MfINETTIA VINE. This pretty vine is valuable in the house because it can be trained all around a window, and will be a solid wreath of bloom both summer and winter. In the garden its beauty surpasses everything. The flowers are intense scarlet, tipped with yellow, and borne by the thousand. 10 cts. HARDY CHINESE MATRIMONY VINE. The old-fashioned Matrimony Vine was a general favorite more than fifty years ago, but in beauty of flower, fruit and foliage it cannot compare with this superb variety. It is a most vigorous, hardy climbing plant when trained to an arbor, fastened to a fence, attached to a tree, to the side of a house, the pillars of a piazza, or in any location where a hardy, vigorous climber is desired. 10 cts. MUSA ENSETE. (Abyssinian Banana.) The leaves of this magnificent plant are long, broad and massive, of a beautiful green, with a broad crim- son midrib ; the plant grows luxuriantly from 8 to 12 feet high, producing a tropical effect. 25 and 50 cts., according to size. NEPETA GLECHOMA. A new trailing plant, with beautiful white and green leaves, which have a refreshing fragrance. It will no doubt become one of our most useful plants for fes- tooning work, such as drooping from hanging baskets, vases, fancy pots, etc., its graceful, rapid growth ren- dering it unequaled for this purpose. Doubtless it will also be largely used in cemeteries, as it is entirely hardy and, we think, more ornamental than almost PURCELLVILLE, VIRGINIA. anything in use. For trailing over stones or stumps, or in fact for any sort of decoration, it is splendid. (See cut.) 10 cts. each, 3 for 25 cts. ORANGE. Otaheite. A dwarf Orange, which grows, blooms and fruits freely in pots, even when only a foot or two high. The fruit is about one-half the size of ordinary Oranges, and very sweet and delicious. The blossoms are produced in great abundance, and are delicate and beautiful in color, and rich in perfume. The plant blooms most freely during winter, though it is likely to bloom at any and all times. With one or two pots of it any one can raise an abundance of delicate and # fragrant Orange blossoms. We supply strong plants, ready to bloom and fruit at once, at 35 cts.; smaller plants, 10, 15 and 25 cts. OXflLIS ORTGIESII. Few plants will give more satisfaction than this, as it is a perpetual bloomer in every sense of the word. It is in full bloom every day in the year, when grown in a pot of good soil and with ordinary care. It grows as freely as a geranium in any situation, and is a shrubby plant, like a geranium or fuchsia, without bulbs, in which respect it differs from other Oxalises. It grows 12 to 18 inches in height, branching freely, and is covered at all times with clusters of bright golden, star-shaped flowers, which do not close at night, as in other sorts of Oxalis. 10 cts. £ PALMS. Palms are now indispensable'lin all decorations, whether for apartments, conservatories or for tropical bedding in summer. P,We offer) large (plants, sent by express only. Amen lutescens. One of the most valuable and beautiful Palms in cultivation ; bright, glossy green foliage and rich golden yellow stems. 50 cts. Otaheite Oranye. Orders amounting to less than 50 cents will not be filled unless 10 cents extra is sent to pay postage. General Catalogue of Plants. 35 Kentia Belmoreana Palm. Seafortliia elegans. Very graceful and|of rapid growth; an elegant vase or window-plant, and one of the best decorative Palms grown. 25 cts.,75cts. and $i, according to size. OLEA FRflGRANS. The “Sweet Olive’’ is covered with^fragrant white flowers the greater part of the year. A great favorite. 25 cts.j PRIMULA. Chinese Primrose. JSingle fringed, I pinky and white. 10 cts. obconica. The everblooming white Primrose; a beautiful and easilv!grown window-plant. 10 cts. PALMS, continued. Chamaerops excelsa. A handsome Fan Palm, of rapid growth and easy culture. 40 cts. Corypha Australis. An Australian Palm ; one of the best decorative sorts ; easily grown by amateurs. 4oJcts. Kentia Belmoreana. The “ Curly P a l]m.” Leaves pinnate, the divisions taper pointed. The most useful of the genus for decorative purposes, on account of its fine habit. 4-inch pots, 50 cts. Kentia Forster iana. One of the finest ofjthe Kentias, with graceful, bright green foliage. 4-inch Q pots, 50 cts. Phoenix reclinata. Beautiful reclinate foliage ; a graceful and exceedingly ornamental Palm. 40 cts. Cocos Wedtleliana. An elegant dwarf Palm, with gracefully arching, fine-cut, feathery foliage. 40c. Catania Borbonica. (Chinese Fan-Palm.) Broad, fan-shaped leaves, with pendent marginal seg- ments ; an admirable plant for almost any purpose. 25 cts., 75 cts. and $1 to $3, according to size. Latania Borbonica. Primula obconica. PASSIFLORA. New Hardy Passillora, “ Constance Elliott.” This beautiful variety is a seedling from Passiflora Cczrulea, and like it, is hardy and free-growing. As a hardy climbing plant it rivals some of the Clematis varieties in size, color and profusion of bloom, and sur- passes them in vigor of growth and in its exceedingly delicious fragrance. The flowers are pure ivory- white ; excellent for cemetery purposes. Without bloom, the elegant vine would be prized greatly, even as an ornamental climbing vine. Strong pot-plants, 10 cts. Pfordti. This we consider the best of all the ten- der varieties for outdoor planting. Its beautiful flowers are borne freely, even on quite small plants. They are of a rich shade of blue, suffused with rose. 15 cts. SILVER STRIPED PEPEROMIA. Window plants will ever be popular. So thick and wax-like are the leaves of this parlor gem that nearly every one takes it to be an artificial plant. The leaves are distinctly variegated white and green, and have the appearance of being powdered with frosted silver. Few plants could be more useful for table decoration, and none will stand ill-usage so readily. Its small spikes of mignonette-like flowers are quite interesting. 15 cts. Do not fail to keep a copy of your order. 36 A. B. Davis & Son, Purcellville, Virginia. Her Majesty Pink. hjARDY PINKS. These are dwa"