1892.
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CATALOGUE
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HARDY SHRUBS, ROSES,
VICK PARK,
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ORNAMENTAL TREES,
CONTAINS:
SMALL FRUITS AND DECORATIVE PLANTS.
1892.
-PUBLISHED BY-
ENT
DIRECTIONS FOR PLANTING, CARE OF PLANTS, AND
NUMBER OF PLANTS REQUIRED FOR
AN ACRE
THE FRANK H. VICK Co.,
ROCHESTER, N. Y.

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THE FRANK H. VICK CO., ROCHESTER, N. Y.
THE FRANK H. VICK
H. VICK COMPANY,
ROCHESTER, N. Y.
1892.
In presenting this my first annual catalogue, I feel that a little explanation is due for this
new departure. Having for years had charge of the correspondence in the retail department of
the late corporation of James Vick, Seedsman, I have long seen the necessity of a branch of the
business such as I now introduce. Having severed all active connection with the new corpora-
tion of James Vick's Sons, I will devote my entire attention to this particular department. I
have an able staff of correspondents, and will cheerfully give my customers any information
respecting the laying out of lawns, cemetery lots, care of small fruits, etc.
In selecting the varieties contained in this catalogue, I have spent a great deal of time, and
instead of presenting a long list which would only tend to confuse, I have given varieties that
I know are reliable and of real merit, and which will prove satisfactory to the wants of the
purchaser. All of the stock offered is of the very best, and of my own growing. In addition.
to the goods advertised, I will be pleased to procure anything in the line of fruit or ornamental
trees at bottom prices from one of our many reliable nurseries. The selection of all stock will
be made under my personal supervision, and I will guarantee the safe arrival of all goods with-
out further expense (excepting strawberry plants) to the purchaser than that quoted.
If you are in want of anything in my line, write and I will tell you what is best suited for
your locality. Don't be afraid of asking questions pertaining to fruits, shrubs, roses, climbers,
laying out grounds, etc.; I am in the business to help you, and at the same time help myself;
all I ask is, that you write to the point and give all the information you can in the case.
The majority who have been fortunate enough to secure a home, have little or no idea of
what they need to beautify it, but buy of the first agent that comes along, who knows no more
than they do on the subject, except what he has learned from handling the colored plates from
day to day; and after paying an exorbitant price for everything, find after patient waiting, that
what they bought is not what they wanted. I have a special correspondent to answer all
inquiries of this nature, and can save you time, money and annoyance.
Hedging comes under my specialties; the new California Privet leads them all. Cemetery
lots also have my attention; the specialties in this line are complete.
I have no agents, and as I do not have to pay them a commission can sell from 40 to 50
per cent. less than they can. Don't let them tell you that because my prices are lower than
theirs that my stock is inferior; this is not so-the difference in price is the agent's commission.
If you will write us, we can give you more reliable information than any agent; it will only
cost two cents, and save you dollars.
I deliver all goods (except strawberry plants) at prices named herein at your nearest rail-
road or express office without any extra charge.
For the benefit of my customers, I would ask that their orders be sent in early so as stock
may be reserved; late in the season certain varieties may be sold out. In closing I would ask
your assistance in making this "New Departure" a public benefit, having been brought up in
the business, I can safely guarantee results unattainable elsewhere.
FRANK H. VICK, MANAGER.

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Strawberries....
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2,178
1,556
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To estimate the number of plants required for an acre, at any given distance, multiply the
distance between the rows by the distance between the plants, which will give the square feet
to each plant, divide the number of square feet in an acre (43,560) by this and the answer will
be the number of plants required.

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THE FRANK H. VICK CO., ROCHESTER, N. Y.
NOTES.
Stock furnished is of the very best. All of our own growing, under the direct super-
vision of one of the best growers in the country.
We deliver all goods at prices named. No agents, you take their commission.
We guarantee safe arrival of all goods. If not received in good condition write
at once.
We acknowledge receipt of all orders.
We will assist you in laying out your grounds or cemetery lot without charge.
We will quote prices on all fruit or ornamental trees.
We grow our own stock and know it is "gilt-edged."
Write always to the point. The extent of your grounds, location of buildings, what your
own ideas are, whether you want fruit, shade or ornamental trees, or small fruits.
Two cents worth of inquiry will save dollars worth of expense.
Have you a lawn that don't suit you? Write and we will tell you what to do.
Orders should reach us before the last of March for spring planting, and middle of Sep-
tember for fall planting; as shipments are made in March, April, October and November.
Order early, will reserve stock till proper time for planting.
Remittances should be made with your order either by registered letter, post-office money
order, express money order, draft or check.
DIRECTIONS FOR PLANTING.
Believing that the simpler the directions are, the better they will be understood, we offer
the following hints, asking patrons to always remember that everything that grows must
have food.
The soil for all trees, shrubs, roses, etc., should be rich and well drained. On receiving
goods remove all broken or mutilated parts of the roots. In setting out trees, shrubs, etc., be
particular to have the hole large enough so you can spread the roots; pack the earth firmly
(using the fine earth from the surface for the roots) around them, leaving the top-filling loose;
cover to where the tree was originally covered in the nursery. If trees are tall they should be
supported by posts being set either side, and the tree firmly fastened to them with some soft
material.
It is well to mulch them by covering the earth two or three feet each side with a layer of
coarse manure from three to six inches deep; this prevents the earth from baking or drying.
Never put manure so as it will come in direct contact with the roots of any plant
or tree.
Never cramp the roots of any tree or plant, but place them as nearly in their original
position as possible. This is important.
Special directions will be found under the heading of each class offered in this catalogue.
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GRAPES.
The cultivation of our native Grape has made such progress in the past 20 years that it
has now become one of our staple fruits. There is no fruit, excepting perhaps the strawberry,
that yields so great, so quick and so certain a return for the attention required as the grape.
The soil should be dry and warm, well drained, deeply worked and well manured; a sunny
exposure is desirable, and if possible land sloping to the West or South. Vines should be set
from 8 to 12 feet apart according to variety, and be top-dressed in the Spring with well decom-
posed manure; it is also well to give them a dressing of ashes or slacked lime every 3 or 4
years. Pruning-Starting with strong two-year-old vines, they should be allowed to grow the
first year. As soon in the Fall as the wood is thoroughly ripe, say November or December, cut
back nearly to the ground, allowing only three or four buds to remain. Don't prune close to a
bud, but leave an inch or two of wood beyond. In the Spring allow two of these buds to throw
out shoots; in the Fall cut these back to four or five feet; the following Spring fasten these two
shoots horizontally to the lower part of the trellis, allowing only such buds to grow from these
as will leave them from ten to twelve inches apart. When these shoots reach the upper part of
the trellis they should be pinched back. It is better for the vine if they are not allowed to
fruit heavily this year. After the vine has shed its foliage and the wood is thoroughly ripe,
the upright canes should be cut back to two buds. In the following Spring one bud from each
upright should be allowed to throw out a shoot, which should be treated as in the previous year.
The selection offered is of the finest and the most desirable sorts, and are all first-class
two-year-old vines.
Amber Queen-One of the best new grapes. The vine is very hardy, healthy and vigorous;
fruit a beautiful deep amber color, of splendid quality, and very rich, fine flavor. It is
very early, ripens ahead of the Moore's Early, and we think it is a very valuable
new variety. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.

Brighton-Our experience with the vine and fruit of the Brighton has convinced us more and
more thoroughly of its superiority as a family grape. Its remarkable vigor and hardi-
ness of vine, large compact bunches, rich wine shade of the ripened berry, delicate skin,
tender, almost seedless pulp, sugary juice and rich flavor, are combined qualities that
are not united to such a degree in any other sort with which we are acquainted. It
ripens a week to ten days before the Delaware and bears most abundantly, having thick,
large foliage, it is enabled to withstand the heat of the Summer, and being a vigorous
grower, it exhibits extreme hardiness, and is enabled to endure the Winter in extreme
localities. We commend this sort especially as a standard variety for the vineyard or
garden. 30 cents each, $2.75 per doz.
Champion (TALMAN'S SEEDLING)-A large, black, fine-looking grape, extremely hardy and
wonderfully productive; it is but little inferior to Concord, and its extreme earliness
insures a crop in cold latitudes where later sorts fail. Coming early in the season, two
weeks before the Delaware, the fruit is always eagerly sought after and brings a high
price; often even double what the finer sorts realize that come in later when the market
is full. For vigor, hardiness, abundant bearing and profit we believe there are few, if
any sorts more desirable. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
Concord-Bunches large; berries large, round, black, moderately juicy and sweet; universally
healthy, vigorous and productive; ripens ten days earlier than Isabella. Popular for
general planting, though it does not carry well as a market sort, and if left to ripen
before being gathered the fruit is inclined to drop from the bunch. 15 cents each, $1.25
per doz.
Delaware-Bunches rather small, compact, and often shouldered; berries small, round, rose-
colored; skin thin; flesh juicy, sweet, with a vinous flavor. Superior as a table grape.
Ripens early in September. Vines moderately vigorous, hardy, and very productive;
oftentimes injured by allowing it to overbear. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
Duchess-A white grape of high quality and great productiveness. Bunch medium to large
-often eight inches long-shouldered, compact; berries medium, round, greenish white;
skin thin; flesh tender, without pulp; sprightly, rich and delicious. Ripens with the
Delaware. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
Empire State-A new white grape of excellent quality. It ripens early, almost with the
Concord. Bunch large and shouldered; berry medium to large, and roundish oval;
color white with light tinge of yellow, covered with a thick, white bloom; a good
keeper; the vine is vigorous and hardy. 50 cents each, $5:00 per doz.

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THE FRANK H. VICK CO., ROCHESTER, N. Y.
Eaton-Bunch very large, compact, shouldered; berries very large, many one inch in diameter,
Round, black, covered with a heavy blue bloom; adheres firmly to the stem; skin thin;
with no bad taste when eaten close; pulp tender, separating freely from the seeds. Very
juicy, equal or superior to Concord in quality. Clusters weigh from ten to twenty-five
ounces. Vine very hardy, healthy and productive. Leaves large, thick, leathery.
foliage similar to Concord, and in growth, health and hardiness in every respect its
equal. 75 cents each, $7.50 per doz.
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Hartford Prolific-Bunches rather large and moderately compact, berries large, round,
covered with bloom; hardy and productive; ripens early. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
Moore's Diamond-A white grape recently introduced, and very valuable. A cross between
Concord and Iona. A vigorous grower, with leaf resembling Concord, very free from
mildew. Bunch large, well filled, moderately compact, berry about size of Concord;
flesh melting and juicy, sweet to the center, and free from foxiness; skin thin, but suf-
ficiently tough to bear packing and handling well. Ripens ahead of Delaware.
productive and hardy. 75 cents each, $7.50 per doz.
Very
Moore's Early-This new, hardy variety is one out of a lot of twenty-five hundred seedlings,
raised by John B. Moore, of Concord, Mass., and first fruited in 1872. The fruit is
very large and showy, and is remarkable for size, beauty, productiveness, earliness and
hardiness. It matures about ten days before Hartford Prolific, and twenty days earlier
than the Concord. It has received several first premiums from New England Fairs and
the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, and invariably gains high commendations
whenever exhibited. Fruit black, very large and handsome, with a heavy bloom.
Quality about the same as Concord; vine exceedingly hardy. It has stood 20° below
zero, and has been exempt from mildew and disease. Especially adapted as a market
and family grape for New England and the northern portion of the United States and
Canada. 30 cents each, $2.75 per doz.
Moyer-A new grape originated in Canada. In habit of growth, hardiness, quality and size
of cluster, it resembles the Delaware very much, but ripens earlier, has larger berries,
and has been free from rot and mildew. Very hardy, having stood, unprotected, 35
below zero without injury. Flavor sweet, delicious, and free from foxiness; skin tough
but thin; pulp tender and juicy. Its shipping qualities are excellent, 75 cents each,
$7.50 per doz.
Niagara-The originators say: "This white grape originated in Lockport, N. Y., in 1868,
and is a cross between the Concord and Cassady; first fruiting in 1872; it has since
regularly borne large crops of fine fruit. The vine is a remarkably strong grower and
very hardy; the leaves are thick and leathery and dark glossy green; bunches very large
and uniform and very compact; berries large or larger than Concord, and skin thin but
tough, which insures their shipping qualities; quality good, very little pulp, melting and
sweet to the center; ripens with the Hartford. 30 cents each, $2.75 per doz.
Pocklington-Originated at Sandy Hill, N. Y. Vines very vigorous, hardy and productive;
bunch and berry of good size; color a light lemon-yellow; flesh moderately tender, sweet,
with a peculiar aromatic flavor. Ripens with Concord. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
Vergennes-A fine red variety, of delicious flavor. Found by chance in the garden of Mr.
W. E. Greene, Vergennes, Vt. Very hardy and a strong grower. Clusters large;
berry large; meaty and tender. Ripens with Hartford Prolific, and is an excellent
keeper. 30 cents each, $2.75 per doz.
Worden-Said to be a seedling of the Concord. Bunch large, compact, handsome; berries
large larger than those of Concord. It ripens a few days earlier and is superior
to it in flavor. 30 cents each, $2.75 per doz.
ROGERS' HYBRIDS.
These are remarkable for their vigorous and luxuriant growth, and valuable for their fine
quality and beauty of their fruit. They were introduced by Mr. F. S. Rogers, of Salem,
Mass., and were produced from the seed of the wild Mammoth grape, impregnated with some
foreign varieties. For convenience they are placed by themselves. Some of them have lately
been named, but are still generally known by the numbers, as they were first sent out in that
manner. We only enumerate those having distinct qualities, and which have proved them-
selves worthy of general cultivation.

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No. 15, Agawam-Bunch large, generally loose; berries large, round; color dark red or
maroon; flesh tender, juicy, vinous, with a high, peculiar flavor; much admired by some.
Vine very vigorous, hardy and productive; does not require so high culture as some
others, and is considered worthy of general cultivation. 30 cents each, $2.75 per doz.
No. 9, Lindley-Bunches and berries of medium size, pale red, sweet and high flavored.
Ripens soon after the Delaware. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
No. 19, Merrimac-Bunch rather large, short and broad; compact, berries large, round,
black, with a slight bloom; flesh tender nearly to the center, juicy, sweet and high
flavored. Ripens early; very handsome and valuable. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
No. 22, Salem-Bunches large and compact; berries large size, round; color light chestnut;
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skin thin, nearly free from hard pulp, sweet and sprightly, with a fine agreeable flavor.
'Not equalled by any other grape for wine or table use; as early and hardy as Delaware
or Hartford Prolific, never having failed to ripen its fruit in the most unfavorable
seasons for the past ten years. Taking all its qualities into consideration, earliness,
hardiness, and great vigor of growth and the fruit it produces, it is pronounced by com-
petent judges who have tried it, to have no equal." The above is from the extensive
vineyardist, I. H. Babcock, Esq., of Lockport, N. Y., who grows this variety largely.
25 cents each, $2.50 per doz.
No. 4, Wilder-Bunches large, shouldered, compact, black; flesh tender, sweet and sprightly;
quality best; vine vigorous, hardy, and productive. Ripens with the Concord and keeps
remarkably well. A standard variety among grape growers. 25 cents each, $2.50
per doz.
RASPBERRIES.
Raspberries succeed best in a moderately rich, mellow soil. The red varieties should be
planted in rows five feet apart, and the plants three feet apart in the row; the black varieties
the same, except that the rows should be six feet apart; they require good cultivation and the
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ground kept clear of weeds. Nearly all the suckers should be cut away so as to throw the
strength into the stock. Remove all old canes immediately after the bearing season.
The tender or half tender kinds will be benefited by protection during the Winter.
best way to do this is to raise the earth into a mound between two plants, bend them down so
as to meet and fasten them; cover with a little earth or coarse litter; in the Spring they should
be loosened and tied to stakes.
Our berries are strictly first-class transplants grown expressly for the retail trade, satisfac-
tion guaranteed. We do not send out any Tips, and would advise buyers to beware of
those who offer berries at very low prices, as that is conclusive evidence that they intend to send
you Tips.
The price on red, black and yellow plants are the same. Per one-half doz. 75 cents, doz.
$1.25, 25 $2.00, 100 $4.00.
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THE FRANK H. VICK CO., ROCHESTER, N. Y.
RED.
Brandywine (SUSQUECO)-A sort of great value as a market berry. Large red, moderately
juicy, sprightly sub-acid; not of first quality, but very firm and bears transportation well.
A strong grower, hardy and very productive.

CUTHBERT.
Cuthbert, or Queen of the Market-Reports from all parts of the country uniformly rank
the Cuthbert at the head of the list of fine raspberries. The eminent pomologist, Charles
Downing, says: "I consider it the most promising market raspberry before the public,
as far as tested." William Parry, the well-known fruit grower, says that it is "far
ahead of all the others in abundance of large, handsome fruit, and strong, vigorous
canes and foliage. It is a tall, vigorous grower, very productive and hardy, and
remains in fruit a long time. Berries large (specimens having measured three and one-
fourth inches round), conical, deep rich crimson, very firm and of excellent quality.
Hansell-A new red variety of very great promise. It is claimed by those who have tested it
to be "the earliest red raspberry grown," and to be unsurpassed in other respects.
Herstine-Large, roundish conical, light crimson, moderately firm; parts freely from the
core; rich and highly perfumed; a strong grower; hardy and very productive. A
variety raised from seed of Philadelphia and Allen, and highly recommended.
Marlboro-The new red berry, one of the hardiest, earliest, largest and best carrying berries
known, of splendid quality, handsome color and a great bearer; in regard to its earli-
ness the Rural New Yorker acknowledges the receipt of ripe fruit on the 26th of June.
We have thoroughly tested it on our trial grounds and are convinced that it is one of
the best.
Philadelphia--Medium size, round, dark red, mild, sub-acid; moderately firm; canes strong,
stocky, almost without spines. Remarkably productive and valuable for marketing,
requiring no Winter protection.
Turner A comparatively new red variety from Illinois; which is proving wonderfully success-
ful in Northern latitudes. Very productive and hardy; of good size, light handsome
red, and of fine flavor. Its success in extreme localities must render it of great value.
We believe that there is no other sort except the Cuthbert, which will stand so much
cold without injury.
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BLACK.
Davison's Thornless-Similar in appearance and quality to the black cap, but much earlier
and nearly thornless, which is alone sufficient to make it very desirable.
Doolittle (DOOLITTLE'S BLACK CAP)-This is an improved variety of the common Black Cap,
of medium size, dark purplish black, with pleasant sub-acid flavor, much esteemed for
cooking; entirely hardy.

Gregg-This remarkable sort is in every way larger and finer than the Mammoth Cluster, and
will, we believe, take the lead of all the Black Cap varieties. It originated on the Ohio
river, near Lawrenceburg, Indiana, and for several years past has held its most desirable
qualities under various tests, and has steadily improved upon acquaintance. The berries
are very large, frequently measuring 12 to 24 inches around, black with a light bloom,
comparatively free from seed, and in quality as good as, if not better than, the best
black cap now known. The growth of cane is very strong, and the wonderful display
of large, handsome fruit surpasses anything we have seen before. As a market berry it
must prove exceedingly valuable, the fruit being very firm so as to ship in the best order,
and will keep in salable condition longer than any other raspberry. In the Winter of
1878-9, Gregg withstood a temperature of 22° below zero, and was not injured in the
least in cane or bud. Every family should have plants enough to give them a table
supply, and market gardeners will find it a most profitable investment.
Johnston's Sweet Black Cap-A variety of great merit; will eventually take the place of
many varieties now used for evaporating. Rather smaller than the Gregg, of same color,
A good strong grower, healthy and hardy; ripening with Tyler; stands up well in pick-
ing and handling. Its greatest merit is in its high quality and delicious sweetness
of berry.
Mammoth Cluster-Large size, black or dark purplish black; very juicy, high flavored and
delicious; perfectly hardy, and sufficiently firm to bear transportation to the most distant
market. Of all the raspberries of this class this has proved one of the most valuable and
worthy of general cultivation.
Ohio Black Cap-Very hardy, vigorous and an enormous bearer, flavor superior and will
bear shipping further, and keep longer than any other black cap.
Souhegan-It is enormously productive, large, jet black, without bloom, firm, hardy and
fully a week to ten days earlier than Doolittle-in fact earlier than Davison's Thornless
or any other black cap; it is a strong grower and perfectly hardy.
YELLOW.
GOLDEN QUEEN.

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THE FRANK H. VICK CO. ROCHESTER, N. Y.
Caroline-A new yellow variety of great promise. As is well known, the Brinckle's Orange
has been the highest standard of quality among raspberries, but it is not entirely hardy.
The Caroline, on the other hand, combines the most delicious flavor, great productive-
ness and strong growth, with perfect hardiness. One of our experienced fruit growers
pronounces it "The most delicious of all raspberries that I have been able to grow suc-
cessfully, and one, I am disposed to think, destined to become vastly popular as a variety
for the home garden." The berries are large and beautiful, pale salmon in color,
peculiarly melting and luscious.
Golden Queen-Among the flood of new raspberries lately introduced, we think the Golden
Queen will take the front rank, and has the true merit which cannot fail to win. We
have had yellow raspberries before of fine quality, but lacking other essential points
necessary to make them worthy of general cultivation. Now we think we have a yellow
berry combining all the desirable qualities, flavor, size, hardiness and productiveness.
We all know what the Cuthbert is, one of the best berries for home or market purposes,
and the Golden Queen is, in fact, a yellow Cuthbert. The originator says: Since the
day it was found I have employed every means of testing the variety, with the object of
determining fully its character, and from my experience with it I think it may be fit-
tingly described as a variety with six cardinal virtues, viz.: 1. In flavor it rivals (some
have pronounced it superior to) that venerable and highest in quality of all raspberries,
the "Brinckle's Orange." 2. In beauty it transcends all other raspberries I have ever
seen, being of a rich, bright, creamy yellow imparting to it a most appetizing effect,
both in the crate and upon the table. 3. In size it challenges the large Cuthbert.
In vigor it fully equals its parent-the canes attaining the dimensions of the Cuthbert
or Queen, noted for its strong growth, and resists heat and drought even better. 5. In
productiveness it excels the prolific Cuthbert. 6. In hardiness it has no superior.
4.
BLACKBERRIES.
Blackberries require the same cultivation and soil as the raspberry; they should be planted
in rows 7 feet apart, plants 4 feet apart in the rows; some growers prefer planting 6 by 8
feet. In order to secure the best fruit the points of the growing shoots should be clipped off
when the bushes have reached a height of 4 or 5 feet. We sell only transplanted stock.
No tips. Per one-half doz. 75 cents, doz. $1.25, 25 $2.00, 100 $5.00.
Early Cluster-A native of New Jersey, fruit large, very productive.
Early Harvest-One of the earliest ripening blackberries.
glossy black. Bush hardy and exceedingly prolific.
culture.
Erie-The Erie is a chance seedling which sprung up on the shore of Lake Erie in Northern
Ohio, some ten years ago; its extra qualities having only been brought to public notice
recently. It is certainly an acquisition to the list of blackberries, filling a want long
felt, viz.: a perfectly hardy as well as at the same time a first-class berry. It is a strong
healthy grower, free from diseases liable to attack the blackberry; productive as the
Lawton and without its failings; very early, ripening even before the Wilson; of extra
good quality; large fine berries jet black in color, firm in texture, making it necessarily
a popular sort for distant shipments as well as for home market. Probably its greatest
merit lies in its extreme hardiness, it having withstood a temperature of 25° below zero;
it will therefore be very desirable for our customers in northern climates.
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Medium size, symmetrical; deep
Requires close pruning and high
Kittatinny-Very large size, slightly conical, shining black, moderately firm, sweet, rich and
excellent. Canes strong; very productive and hardy.
Snyder-Extremely hardy: enormously productive; medium size; no hard, sour core; half as
many thorns as Lawton or Kittatinny, and they are nearly straight and short.
Taylor's Prolific-A new variety of the greatest value. It is so extremely hardy as to have
stood 30° below zero unharmed. Berries large (nearly as large as Kittatinny), and of
the highest quality. Canes of strong, spreading growth, and in productiveness it is
simply remarkable, fully equaling in this respect the Snyder, which it nearly doubles in
size. It ripens with Kittatinny. The editor of the Indiana Farmer, in speaking of
this variety, says: "Never have we seen such masses of fruit growing on vines before.
The strong stalks were literally bent down to the ground with the weight that was upon
them."

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Wachusett Thornless-This valuable variety was found growing wild on Monadnoch
mountain. We quote the following description: "Fruit of medium size, oblong oval,
moderately firm, sweet and good, and less acid than any other blackberry we have tested.
It is a good keeper, ships well, and is, therefore, valuable as a market berry. The
plant is said to do equally well on light and heavy soils, and to bear heavy crops where
other varieties have failed. It is also very hardy and FREE FROM THORNS.
Those
who have cultivated thorny kinds, must admit that this variety, which bears a good crop
of fine berries, does well in any soil, and is free from thorns, cannot fail to be a great
acquisition."
Wilson's Early-Very large size, oblong oval, black, quite firm, rich, sweet and good.
Ripens early and matures all its fruit rapidly, and retains its color well after picking.
Wilson Junior-This is a noble variety and it continues to yield enormous crops of large fruit.
It combines many good qualities; size, earliness and productiveness. Canes are also
hardier than the old Wilson, having withstood the winters for four years without injury,
unprotected at Monmouth. Its capacity for yielding is extraordinary. The fruit in all
respects, both as regards appearance and marketing properties, fully equals its parent.
CURRANTS.
This fruit is receiving more attention than it did in former years, it is so easily cultivated,
and the many purposes for which it can be used make it very desirable. It does well in any
common garden soil, the ground should be kept mellow and loose, and the old wood occasion-
ally thinned out.
Black Champion-One of the new Black
Currants lately introduced from Eng-
land. It bids fair to supersede the
now well-known Lee's Prolific. Of
excellent quality and flavor, a good
bearer and strong grower. We have
tested it on our grounds and believe it
to be very valuable, and destined to
take a front rank among the lovers of
Black Currants. 25 cents each, $2.00
per doz.
Black Naples-Very large and productive;
formerly the best black currant. $1.00
per doz.
Cherry-Very large, red; a fine grower and
bearer; the largest red currant. $1.00
per doz.
Fay's Prolific-A new red variety of great
value on account of its fine quality and
the extraordinary size of its bunches.
No other currant compares with this
BLACK CHAMPION.
in productiveness. The bunches are really enormous, being sometimes over seven inches
in length. 25 cents each, $2.00 per doz.
La Versaillaise-Very large red, with long bunches of excellent quality, resembling the
Cherry currant in general appearance. Many nurserymen consider this variety and the
Cherry identical, and with this opinion we agree. $1.00 per doz.
""
Lee's Prolific Black-Dr. Robert Hogg, of London, writes us: "This sort is as much
superior to Black Naples as that variety is to the Common Black, and unusually sweet for
a black currant. The fruit is of enormous size, wonderfully productive, and of agree-
able flavor. Bushes last season were fairly borne to the ground with heavy crops of
large, fine fruit; stems three inches in length; having ten to thirteen berries on a stem,
many measuring five-eighths inches in diameter. $1.00 per doz.
Victoria-Large, bright red; bunch very long and tapering, slightly acid, good flavor.
Ripens later than most varieties. The berries are firmly set and remain on the bush a
long time in perfect clusters. $1.00 per doz.
White Grape-Very large, white, mild-flavor; excellent quality and good for table use; very
distinct and valuable. $1.00 per doz.
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GOOSEBERRIES.
The Gooseberry thrives best on a cool, deep rich soil, it should be annually pruned in the
Spring, and will be benefited by mulching with manure, which should be left on the surface
till after the crop has been gathered.
The varieties we offer below are not subject to mildew, which has been a source of dis-
couragement to many growers.
There has been a great increase of late in the demand for this fruit, and the interest in it
is constantly growing. The expense of cultivation is light, and the returns yielded by it are
most satisfactory.

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Golden Prolific-This new
variety is an American Seed-
ling of the English type. The
foliage is a dark glaucous green, and in the early stages
of growth the wood is very spiny, making it quite dis-
tinct in this respect. The fruit is large, of a deep golden yel-
low, excellent in quality and very attractive in appearance.
is perfetly hardy, very prolific, a good grower and unusually
free from mildew. Plants 75 cents each.
It
GOLDEN PRO
Houghton's Seedling-Small to medium
size, roundish oval; pale red, sweet;
very productive and valuable. One-
half doz. 75 cents, doz. $1.25, 25 $2.
Smith's Improved (SMITH'S SEEDLING)-
One of the largest American varie-
ties of value; oval form; light green
when ripe; sweet and excellent. Plant
vigorous, healthy and hardy. Raised
from seed by Dr. Smith of Vermont.
One-half doz. 75 cents, doz. $1.25,
25 $2.00.
Industry-Large size, dark red, hairy or
rough, with a very pleasant and agree-
able flavor; unequaled for size, flavor
and productiveness. 40 cents each,
$3.00 per doz.
White Smith-Fruit large, roundish, ob-
long and smooth; flavor first-rate and
generally succeeds well. 25 cents
each, $2.00 per doz.
Downing-Large
size, oval, green-
ish-white; plant
very vigorous and
hardy, with stiff,
strong shoots;
foliage heavy,
covering the fruit from the
sun, and resisting mildew;
bears most abundantly and
is profitable for market and
home use.
The best of all
the American varieties.
One-half doz. 75 cents, doz.
$1.25, 25 $2.00.
Crown Bob-A fine red sort of good quali-
ty and size. 25 cents each, $2.00
per doz.
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STRAWBERRIES.
In setting for field culture, plant in rows about four feet apart, and plants one foot apart in
the rows; for garden culture the rows can be three feet apart. In setting plants, be particular
to have the crown even with or a little above the surface, and have the trench or hole deep

enough to set the roots their full length without cramping. If your ground is not ready for
setting when plants are received, heel them in, in a cool, moist place. Do not sprinkle the
foliage as it causes the crowns to rot.
Strawberries must always be sent by express at the expense of purchaser, as the rates to
different points vary so much it is impossible to name a price at which they could be delivered,
for the reason that a person living a few miles from Rochester would be obliged to pay as
much for express charges as one living in the far West. The weight of 100 plants when
packed will be about 5 pounds, 1,000 plants about 35 pounds; by inquiring of your express
agent giving weight of plants, he can tell you the amount of charges.
Burt Seedling-New; fruit medium size; very firm; of fine color and excellent quality.
The plant is a strong grower, with clean, dark foliage, and very productive; late. One
hundred $1.00; thousand $5.00.
Cumberland Triumph-Very large; smooth and uniform in size; light scarlet, very attrac-
tive and of good quality; ripens early and lasts a long time. One hundred $1.00,
thousand $5.00.
Crescent Seedling-(P.) Bright scarlet, strong grower, exceedingly productive; ripens early
and lasts a long time. One hundred $1.00, thousand $5.00.
Chas. Downing-Medium early, bright crimson, of superior quality; a good variety for
home use or near market. One hundred $1.00, thousand $5.00.
Sharpless-Medium to late; of extraordinary size; clear light red, with a smooth shining
surface; irregular in form; very vigorous, productive, and of the finest quality. One
hundred $1.00, thousand $5.00.
Parry-New; a vigorous grower; fruit large, bright glossy scarlet, firm, and of excellent
quality; very productive. One hundred $1.25, thousand $6.00.
Wilson's Albany-Early; this is undoubtedly the most popular Strawberry in cultivation,
and too well known to need any description; it is still a great favorite, and will be for
many years to come. One hundred $1.00, thousand $5.00.
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ORNAMENTAL TREES.
Within the past few years the demand for ornamental trees has rapidly increased, so that
now, instead of seeing lawns covered with fruit trees as was once the case, we now see hand-
some foliage trees, which are the pride of the owner.
In planting trees there are several points which should be taken into consideration, for
instance if an unpleasant object is in sight, it should be concealed by planting free growing
trees; if there is a beautiful view leave an opening.

While we would not advise the planting of large trees near the house, yet there should be
at least one in a sunny corner for summer shade.
We make a specialty of this line, and will supply. all varieties of ornamental trees, and
furnish free of charge, plans for laying out your grounds, and give full information on this
subject.
Below is a list of those most desirable. In setting out this class of trees do not crowd
them, as the beauty of each tree depends on its perfect form, which it can only attain by having
plenty of room in which to expand.
BIRCH, CUT-LEAVED WEEPING..
CATALPA.
BIRCH (BETULA).
Cut Leaved Weeping (Laciniata Pendula)-One of the most desirable and beautiful trees.
for planting in door-yards or on lawns, having white or silvery bark, and branches of a
graceful drooping habit, with leaves deeply cut and very fine. It makes a rapid growth
and is perfectly hardy, as is shown by the fact that we have lately seen perfect full
grown specimens in Minnesota, where the mercury drops to 40° below zero.
each, $7.50 per doz.
CATALPA.
75 cents
Syringa Leaved (Syringafolia)-A rapid growing tree, with large, heart-shaped leaves.
producing clusters of white and purple flowers in July, when few trees are in bloom,
Twenty-five to thirty-five feet high when fully grown. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.

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ELM (ULMUS).
CAMPERDOWN ELM.
Camperdown (Camperdown Pendula)-One of the most graceful of all weeping trees,
having large, luxuriant and deep green foliage, well adapted for planting on lawns and
covering arbors. Very desirable. A rapid
grower. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.
DOGWOOD (CORNUS).
White-Flowering (Florida)-A fine Ameri-
can tree, growing from 16 to 25 feet high.
Foliage of a grayish green color, very glossy
and handsome, turning in the Autumn to a
deep red, rendering the tree one of the
most beautiful objects at that season. The
flowers appear before the leaves in the
Spring and are about three inches in diam-
eter; white and very showy. It is one of
the most valuable ornamental trees. 50
cents each, $5.00 per doz.
LINDEN.
American-A rapid growing, open head or
spreading tree, with large leaves and fra-
grant flowers. Very beautiful and desir-
able on account of its fine, luxuriant foli-
age. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.
MAGNOLIA-Very beautiful, but exceedingly
difficult to transplant with success.
Soulangeana (Soulanges)-A variety of the
Conspicua, with showy white and purple-
flowers. Cup shaped and three to five
inches in diameter; foliage large and glossy;
one of the finest and hardiest. $1.25 each.
MULBERRY-Downing's Everbearing; very
large, sweet, rich and desirable. 75 cents
each, $7.50 per doz.
LINDEN.
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MULBERRY (RUSSIAN)-A new variety lately introduced from Russia, and said to be very
hardy. It is a strong, rapid grower, and valuable for timber. The foliage is abundant,
handsome and attractive. Said to be valuable for silk worms. It is undoubtedly a
decided acquisition in the Mulberry line. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
THORN (CRATEGUS)-Dense, low growing trees, and very ornamental when in bloom.
Hardy and adapted to all soils.
Paul's New Double (Coccinea fl. pl. Paulii)-A new variety and desirable, producing

bright crimson and very double flowers. One of the best. 75 cents each, $7.50 per doz.
Double White (Alba Pleno)-Flowers small; clear white and desirable. 75 cents each,
$7.50 per doz.
WILLOW (SALIX).
New American Weeping (Americana Pendula)-An American dwarf variety, which,
when grafted on a standard stem, five or six feet high, makes one of the most orna-
mental of small weeping trees, having long, slender shoots and delicate leaves of great
beauty and very graceful. $1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.
WILLOW, KILMARNOCK.
Kilmarnock Weeping (Caprea Pendula)-A distinct variety, having reddish shoots and
large glossy foliage; grafted at a proper height, about five feet from the ground, it
makes a very desirable small lawn tree, having a perfect umbrella-shaped head, and
with the branches drooping gracefully to the ground, and is well suited for planting in
cemetery lots or other small enclosures. Extensively planted, and should be in every
collection of ornamental shrubbery. Hardy and of vigorous growth. 75 cents each,
$7.50 per døz.
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SHRUBS.
Everyone is willing to admit that in all grounds well arranged shrubbery is a most effective
feature, and where persons have only a small extent of ground, such as the front yard of
suburban city lots, the use of small shrubs is more to be commended than those of large
growth.

The most beautiful of shrubs should of course be planted in the most conspicuous places,
and care should be taken to select those varieties which are most suitable for the purpose for
which they are designed. Some of the varieties are also valuable for hedges, or to be used as
screens to hide some objectionable view. The list named below is especially selected for gen-
eral hardiness and ease of culture. The shrubs are all first-class plants, and as large as can
be transplanted and shipped with safety.
ALTHEA (ROSE OF SHARON).
These are fine, hardy, free-growing and flowering shrubs, blooming in August and Septem-
ber. They attain a height of 6 to 10 feet.
ALTHEA.
Double White.
Double Purple (Purpurea fl. plena.)
Double Red (Rubra fl. plena).
50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
The varieties above named are distinguished by the color of the blossoms, each being the
same in habit and foliage.
Variegated Leaved (Flora plena fol. var.)-A conspicuous variety with leaves distinctly
marked with light yellow, and having double purple flowers, showy and desirable.
cents each, $7.00 per doz.
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ALMOND (AMYGDALUS.)
Dwarf Double Flowering (Pumila)-A beautiful shrub, with small double rose-colored
flowers. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Dwarf Double White Flowering (Pumila Alba)—Similar to the above, having pale
white flowers. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
BERBERRY (BERBERRIS.)
Purple Leaved (Purpurea)-A very handsome shrub, growing from three to five feet high,
with violet-purple leaves and fruit. Makes a fine ornamental hedge. 50 cents each,
$5.00 per doz.
CALYCANTHUS, or SWEET SCENTED SHRUB-This is very desirable on
account of the peculiarity and very pleasing fragrance of its wood; its foliage is rich and
flowers of a rare chocolate color, with an agreeable odor. The Calycanthus blossoms
in June and at intervals through the summer. Very desirable. When full grown, 6 to
8 feet. 75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.
CLETHERA ALNIFOLIA-Very hardy blooms every season without fail; cold never
harms it; flowers pure white, in spikes 3 to 6 inches long. A bed of Cletheras will per-
fume the air for a long distance around. A single sprig will fill a room with its
delightful fragrance. It is a neat, upright growing shrub, and is not only valued for its
beauty and sweetness, but is now in demand for the honey bee to feed upon.
honey is almost white, thick, and fine flavor. The plant is very easy of cultivation;
never fails to bloom after a hard winter, and is worthy of a front place in every garden.
75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.
The
ELDER, GOLDEN (Sambucus Aurea)-From Holland. New and rare. When the leaves
first appear they are bright green, but if planted where they will have plenty of sun
they soon change to a golden green. The blossom, which resembles the common elder
bloom, appears in July. The best effect is produced when they are planted with other
shrubs, so that the foliage may be rendered more conspicuous by the contrast. $1.00
each, $10.00 per doz.

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DEUTZIA-The Deutzias are from Japan,
and are very hardy and fine growers.
Their profusion of flowers and luxuriant
foliage make them very beautiful and
desirable.
Rough Leaved (Scabra)-One of the finest
of this interesting class of shrubs, pro-
ducing white flowers in June. 50 cents
each, $5.00 per doz.
Slender Branched (Gracilis)-A dwarf
variety, covered with a profusion of
white flowers in June. This is well
adapted to planting in cemetery lots or
small door yards. Fine for pot culture,
as it flowers freely in low temperature
during the Winter. 50 cents each,
$5.00 per doz.
Crenate Leaved (Crenata fl. pl.)-A new
variety recently introduced. Similar
in growth to the old "rough-leaved;"
flowers very double, white, tinged with
rose. The finest flowering shrub in
cultivation, and should be planted in
every yard. We know of nothing
among ornamental shrubs that will
give more satisfaction than this charm-
ing Deutzia. 50 cents each, $5.00
per doz.
FRINGE (RHUS)-Very popular among the
large growing shrubs. Hardy and
adapted to almost any soil.
DEUTZIA.
Purple Fringe (Cotinus)-A small tree or shrub, very much admired on account of its
peculiar fringe or hair-like flowers, covering the whole surface of the bush in Mid-sum-
mer. It grows 12 to 15 feet high and should be allowed plenty of room to spread.
Indispensable from its striking appearance. Also known as the Smoke Tree.
each, $5.00 per doz.
50 cents
White Fringe (Chionantus Virginica)-One
of the finest trees or shrubs, with large
green leaves, and racemes of delicate,
fringe-like greenish - white flowers.
Blossoms in May and June. This,
and the Purple Fringe should be found
on every lawn. Well worthy of the
choicest place in the garden. When
fully grown, 10 to 20 feet. 75 cents
each, $7.00 per doz.
HONEYSUCKLE, UPRIGHT (LON-
ICERA) They are quite handsome and
attain a size of 4 to 6 feet.
Red Tartarian (Tartarcia Rubra)-Beau-
tiful flowering shrub, blossoming early
in Spring. Bright pink flowers. 50
cents each, $5.00 per doz.
WHITE FRINGE.
White Tartarian (Tartarcia Alba)-Similar to the above in growth, producing white
flowers very abundantly. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.

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HYDRANGEA.
Large Panicle-Flowered (Paniculata Grandiflora)-A fine shrub, growing from 8 to 10
feet high; flowers produced in great pyramidal panicles a foot long, are at first pure
white, then changing to pink. Begins to bloom early in August, continuing several
weeks. It is valuable for planting either singly or in beds. Pronounced "decidedly
the finest flowering shrub of recent introduction. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
LILAC (SYRINGA)-Well known and beautiful hardy shrubs; very ornamental in the Spring.
Common Purple (Vulgaris). 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Common White (Vulgaris Alba). 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
PLUM-Profuse bloomers, and very hardy and desirable.
Prunus Pessardi, or Purple-Leaved Plum-A new ornamental shrub recently imported
from Persia; foliage a dark, beautiful purple, clear and distinct, and growing darker as
the season advances; flowers white and small. The leaves remain until late in the Fall;
a decided contrast to other shrubs, and of great beauty and value for any lawn. 75 cents.
each, $7.00 per doz.
HYDRANGEA.
Double Flowering (Prunus Triloba)-Flowers semi-double, of a delicate pink, closely set
along the slender branches and appearing early in Spring. A very desirable addition to
hardy shrubs, and becoming very popular. 75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.
SPIREA-Hardy and easily grown; of low growth, requiring but little room.
Aurea, or Golden Spirea-This is one of the most effective shrubs for a lawn; foliage
green, bordered with a rich golden yellow, very distinct and beautiful, particularly in
June, when the branches are covered with a double white flower. 50 cents each, $5.00
per doz.
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SPIREA.
Callosa, or Fortunei-Very fine and distinct, having bright, rose-colored flowers, in flat
clusters, blossoming throughout the Summer. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Callosa Alba- dwarf variety of the above, having pure white flowers in the greatest pro-
fusion. Very desirable on account of its dwarf habit and free flowering. 50 cents
each, $5.00 per doz.
Double Flowering Plum-Leaved (Spirea Prunifolia)-Very desirable, having double
daisy-like flowers of pure white in the greatest profusion. Very hardy and in every
way desirable, as it keeps in flower a long time. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Douglass (Douglassi)-Very handsome, having spikes of rose-colored flowers in July and
August. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.1

Lance-Leaved, Double (Lanceolata fl. pl.)-A variety having double white flowers, dis-
tinct and desirable. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Lance-Leaved (Reevesii)-A charming shrub, with narrow pointed leaves and large, round
clusters of white flowers that cover the whole plant. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
SNOWBALL (VIBURNUM).
Common Snowball (Sterilis)-The well-known sort, and a general favorite on account of
its large clusters of white flowers in June. Very handsome and desirable, and should
be in every collection. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Japan Snowball (Plicatum)-A rare and exceedingly beautiful species from Japan, sur-
passing the Common Snowball in many respects, as its habit is much better, foliage
much handsomer, flowers whiter and more delicate. Very valuable. $1.00 each, $10.00
per doz.
STRAWBERRY, or SPINDLE TREE (EUONYMOUS).
American (Americanus)-This is a very beautiful, small tree or shrub, when covered with
its red berries through the Winter. 75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.
When
White Fruited (Fructu Alba)-Similar to the American, having white fruit.
planted with the American it forms a pleasing contrast. 75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.
SYRINGA, or MOCK ORANGE (PHIL-
ADELPHUS)-Very hardy and vigorous,
blossoms profusely and very durable.
50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Garland Syringa (Coronarius)-A well-
known shrub, with pure white, sweet
scented flowers. 50 cents each, $5.00
per doz.
Double Flowering Syringa (Flore Ple-
no)-A variety, with partially double,
very fragrant flowers. 50 cents each,
$5.00 per doz.
TREE PEONIES.
Pæonia Moutan-The parent species. Is
a native of China. The varieties are
handsome flowering shrubs, attaining
from 6 to 8 feet in height, in about 10
years, with proper care. The flowers
are remarkably striking, of gorgeous
colors, very numerous and enormous in
size, often measuring 6 to 9 inches
across. All are very effective among
shrubs, or on the margins of borders.
Although hardy, the plants are greatly
improved by slight protection in Winter.
$1.00 each, $10.00 per doz.
SYRINGA.
We can furnish white red, crimson and pink.
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WIEGELA-Very desirable, hardy, easily grown and great bloomers.
Hortensis Nivea-Flowers pure white, retaining their color, and being clear enough for
the choicest bouquets; foliage large; habit vigorous, and a profuse bloomer. Very
distinct and desirable; 3 to 4 feet. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Isoline-Flowers clear, mossy white when first open, changing to blush as they become
50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
older; foliage light green. Very desirable.

Rose Colored (Rosea) A hardy and beautiful shrub, bearing in May a profusion of rose-
colored flowers. Introduced from China and justly considered one of the finest shrubs
we have; 4 to 6 feet. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
Variegated Leaved-Very desirable on account of its finely variegated foliage, which is
yellowish white and lasts the entire season, and contrasts finely with its rose-colored
flowers. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
White (Candida)-A valuable variety. While the white varieties heretofore known have
been lacking on some important point, this, we think, has every valuable quality. It is
of vigorous habit, an erect grower, becoming in time a large sized shrub; flowers pure
white and produced in great profusion during June, and the plants continue to bloom
through the Summer and even until Autumn. 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
RHODODENDRON-Rhododendrons are superb evergreen shrubs, producing dense
clusters of magnificent flowers, but they do best in a somewhat shady situation and in
a peaty soil free from lime. There are several colors, the most attractive being white,
red and purple. We can supply either color. Very ornamental and desirable. $1.50
each, $2.50 per pair.
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The Climbers furnish us with nature's drapery, and nothing produced by art can equal
their elegant grace. They are entirely under the control of the skillful gardener and tasteful
amateur, and under their guiding hands make the unsightly building or stump bloom with
beauty. The strong-growing varieties can be made in a short time, to cover fences, arbors
and buildings, and give both grace and shade.
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AMPELOPSIS (VEITCHII)-Sometimes called Japan and Boston Ivy, is one of the best
hardy climbers for covering buildings as it clings tightly to the smoothest surface, and
does not require strings or trellises; can be trimmed in any form; after it becomes
established is perfectly hardy and grows rapidly. During the Summer the leaves are
a beautiful shade of green; in the Fall the foliage assumes its greatest beauty, by grad-
ually changing to the brightest shades of crimson, scarlet and orange. Plants, 40 cents
each, $4.00 per doz.
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ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO, or DUTCH-
MAN'S PIPE-A rapid growing, hardy
climber, attaining a height of thirty or
more feet, curious, pipe-shaped, yellowish
brown flowers, and prized for its beautiful
large leaves which often measure 10 or more
inches across. Although this climber is
not generally grown, it is a favorite with
all who know it. 50 cts each, $5.00 per doz.
CLEMATIS- Within a few years this pop-
ular flower has advanced in favor more
rapidly than any of the other climbers.
It makes a quick rapid growth, and its
beautiful showy flowers are borne in the
greatest profusion. It can be used for
pillars, trellises, bedding in masses, or
planting on rock work. It requires
good culture, liberal dressings of well-
rotted manure, and during dry weather
plenty of moisture, in the Fall give them
a good top dressing of well-rotted manure.
While we advertise
only three varieties we
can supply strong roots
of all the others; those
named will give the best
satisfaction. Strong two-
year plants.
ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO.
JACKMANNI,
Jackmanni-Large, intense violet-purple flowers, from 4 to 6 inchesin diameter. This has
proved itself to be the most showy of the hardy climbers, old plants being literally cov-
ered with flowers. 75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.

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$80
CLEMATIS, COCCINEA.
WISTARIA.
Henryi-White very fine. 75 cents each, $7.00
per doz.
Coccinea Scarlet; the flowers of this variety
differ in form very much from the others,
and look more like a bud than a blossom;
when planted near or in connection with
other varieties, the contrast is very striking.
75 cents each, $7.00 per doz.
BIGNONIA, or TRUMPET FLOWER
-A splendid hardy climbing plant, pro-
ducing large, trumpet-shaped orange-scar-
let flowers about three inches long. They
are produced in clusters, and are quite as
handsome in the bud as when fully ex-
panded. The foliage is also very beautiful,
having a bright, glossy appearance that
always attracts attention. This plant is
not only an admirable climber, but, on
the lawn, makes a pretty bush if the tops
are cut back, having the appearance of a
strong, drooping shrub. 40 cents each,
$4.00 per doz.
BIGNONIA.
HONEYSUCKLE-The old fashioned fragrant
Honeysuckle which most of us remember in
connection with our childhood days, still
holds its popularity, although there have
been several new varieties introduced, there
are none better than the two named.
Hall's New Japan Honeysuckle (Halleana)
-An almost evergreen variety with pure
white flowers, changing to yellow; very
fragrant and a vigorous grower. Covered
with flowers from July to December. Best
blooming of all. 50 cents each, $5.00 per
doz.

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GROUP of HONEYSUCKLES.
HONEYSUCKLE.
Monthly Fragrant, or Dutch-Flowers red and pale yellow; sweet scented; blooms
through the Summer. 40 cents each, $4.00 per doz.
WISTARIA-Strong growers, desirable for trellises porches, etc. After they are thoroughly
established will make rapid growth; the flowers hang in long racemes, and are produced
very freely.
Wistaria Sinensis-Chinese Wistaria, flowers light purple. 50 cents each.
Alba-Similar to the above, except the color of the flowers. which are pure white; very fine.
$1.00 each.
HEDGE PLANTS.
PYRUS JAPONICA (JAPAN QUINCE)-This is one of the most beautiful of our hardy
flowering shrubs. It makes a splendid lawn plant, and is also very showy to plant in a
front line of shrubbery. The flowers are produced before the foliage, and make a
gorgeous display. To those who may be desirous of obtaining a plant for a hedge, we
can recommend the Pyrus most highly. The plant is naturally of rather compact habit,
and not only gives us a hedge with beautiful foliage, but one of flowers also. 25 cents
each, $2.00 per doz., $10.00 per 100.
As
California Privet (Ligustrum Ovalifolium)-The hardiest of the Privets. Is remarkable
for the beauty and persistence of its foliage, which is of a dark, waxy green color.
a single specimen on a lawn, or for grouping, it is of great beauty; while its adaptation as
a hedge plant is unsurpassed, it can be trimmed into any desired form, as the free use
of the shears does not injure it, and being a very rapid grower it will make a satisfactory
hedge in two to three years. Should a plant die a new one can be set in its place, and
in two years the gap is filled. It does well in the shade or under the drip of trees. It
is The Hedge plant of the day. 30 cents each, $2.50 per doz., $12.00 per 100.
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ROSES.
Who does not admire the queenly Rose, and how many say "Oh! if I could only grow
such roses I would be happy." We would answer to all such that you can if you will only
select the proper varieties and give them just a little care, and to aid you we have selected such
as are perfectly hardy, having been grown out of doors, and are good, free bloomers. Our
plants are two years old, from 18 to 24 inches high, and will give you good flowers the first
season; they are not the small tender plants such as are grown in greenhouses and advertised
at a very low price. Roses are always benefited by a protection of straw or leaves and a
mulching of well-rotted manure just before winter sets in. Price 50 cents each, $5.00 per doz.
E.G
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LA REINE.
ALL ROSES ON THEIR OWN ROOTS.
Achille Gonod-Very large full flowers, bright carmine.
Augusta Mie-Flowers large, clear rosy pink; free bloomer and vigorous grower.
Belle Normandie-Light rose color, flowers large and fine.
Baron de Bonstetten-A beautiful, dark velvet crimson, large; one of the best.
Baron Chaurand-A strong grower; flowers bright maroon.

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Baronne Prevost-A vigorous grower and free bloomer; flowers brilliant rose, large and full.
Charles Lamb-Very clear, bright red, free bloomer.
Coquette des Alpes-White, centre slightly shaded with pink; a strong grower and profuse
bloomer.
Dr. Marx-Extra large full flowers, rosy carmine.
Dupuy Jamain-Large, full flowers, bright cherry red.
Ferdinand de Lesseps-Fine form; large and fragrant, purplish crimson; a splendid rose.
Fontenelle-Flowers medium size, full and double; carmine red.
MARSHALL P. WILDER.

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Gen. Jacqueminot-One of the best known; very showy, free bloomer, brilliant crimson
scarlet.
Jean Cherpin-Plum color, very fragrant.
John Hopper-Deep rose, with crimson center; large and full; a very desirable rose.
Jules Margottin-a splendid old variety, large and full; bright cherry red.
Jean Liabaud-Large, crimson maroon, shaded scarlet.
La Reine Very large, double and sweet, bright rosy pink; an old and very popular variety.
Leopold Hausburg-Large flowering, bright crimson.
Louis Odier-Well formed, flowers medium size; bright rose.
Marechal Vaillant-Flowers well-formed, large and fragrant; crimson.
Mad. Marie Finger-Flowers large, globular form, light rose, dark in the center.
Madame Plantier (Hyb. China) Flowers produced in great abundance early in the season;
pure white, above medium size; one of the best white roses.
Mad. Nachury-Fine flowers; dark rose.
Magna Charta-Magnificent foliage, habit erect; bright pink suffused with rose; very
large, full and of good form; flowers produced in great abundance for so fine a flower.
Marshall P. Wilder-Flowers large size, good form, very fragrant; a perpetual bloomer and
vigorous grower; color cherry carmine.
Perfection des Blanches-Free bloomer, pure, snowy white; large, and very fragrant.
Paul Verdier-Flowers fine, bright rose.
Rev. J. B. M. Camm-Medium size, very fragrant, carmine rose.
Sydonie-Buds especially fine, strong grower, producing magnificent foliage and abundance
of flowers; color, light rose.
Souvenir du Comte de Cavour-Flowers bright crimson, shaded.
Souvenir de Ducher-Flowers compact, rich; deep crimson.
Thomas Mills-Large and full; bright rosy carmine.
Vick's Caprice-Flowers large; ground color soft satiny pink, distinctly striped or dashed
with white and carmine.
CLIMBING HYBRID PERPETUALS.
Caroline Goodrich-Rich velvety crimson.
Climbing Jules Margottin-Deep rose, medium size; a splendid rose for pillars.
Climbing Victor Verdier-A very beautiful bright rose with carmine center.
MOSS ROSES.
Aphelis Purpurea-Very double, large, full and fragrant; rosy lilac.
Boursier de la Riviere-Deep red.
Comtesse de Murinais-Pale flesh, changing to white.
Henry Martin-Very handsome, dark red.
Mad. de la Rochelambert-Fine, clear rose.
Raphael-Pinkish white.
White Perpetual-White.
CLIMBING ROSES.
Baltimore Belle-One of the most rapid in growth, with hardy and luxuriant foliage, and
immense clusters of flowers, full and double; color white with blush center.
Crimson Boursault-Dark, rich crimson.
Greville, or Seven Sisters-Varying from blush to crimson; flowers in large clusters; a
valuable climber.
Queen of the Prairies-A strong, hardy grower; flowers bright rose, sometimes striped with
white; large and cupped.
Superba-Pink, changing to blush.

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Christmas Rose (Helleborus niger)-One of the most interesting hardy perennials, flowering
in mid-Winter or early in the Spring. If planted where it is protected from the heavy
winds and snow it will produce beautiful white flowers about Christmas time. Although
this charming plant has been grown by a few in this country for years, it has not been
appreciated by the general public. One of our oldest and best known nurserymen says:
I would not be without a plant of the Christmas Rose in my garden for any money.
It beats anything I ever grew. I picked flowers from my plant all through the holidays
last year, and want more plants to set out. I plant them by the side of my house." A
top dressing of good rotten manure about the end of March is very beneficial. They
like a rich loam, with a moist, rather shady, perfectly drained situation, but will thrive
in almost any ordinary garden soil.
EULALIA.
EULALIA JAPONICA ZEBRINA.
EULALIA JAPONICA VARIEGA TA.
EULALIA GRACILLIMA UNIVITTATA.
Eulalias are the most beautiful and graceful
of this class of plants, and nothing looks hand-
somer on a lawn than a clump of Eulalias. They
are perfectly hardy, and are fast coming into favor
as a foliage plant for the lawn. Gracillima Uni-
vittata has narrow green foliage, with a silvery
white midrib. Japonica Variegata has the leaf
variegated lengthwise. Japonica Zebrina is unlike
most variegated plants, as its marking is across
the leaf instead of lengthwise. In the Fall this
variety bears tassel-like plumes. Price, 35 cents
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ANEMONE.
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GROUP OF ANEMONES.
One of the best Autumn flowering plants.
Commences to flower the last of the Summer
and continues until destroyed by frost. Foliage
a dark green. Flower stems appear late in
the Summer, grow about 18 inches high and
bear an immense number of flowers about two
inches in diameter.
Japonica Alba-Pure white, fine for cemetery
use. 30 cents each, $3.00 per doz.
Rubra-Deep rose color. 30 cents each, $3.00
per doz.
DICENTRA, or Bleeding Heart-Perfectly hardy; beautiful, heart-shaped, deep pink
flowers, a dozen or more on a graceful, drooping raceme a foot or more in length. There
are few plants that will give so much pleasure for so little trouble. 30 cents each,
$3.00 per doz.
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YUCCA, Filamentosa-A fine, noble, erect plant, with long, narrow, strong,, sharp-pointed
leaves, with a peculiar tropical aspect. A native of Mexico and Central America. The
flowers are produced on an erect, branching spike, often six feet high, proceeding from
the heart of the plant. It is not uncommon for a single spike to furnish three hundred
blossoms, which are creamy white and very
showy. It is commonly called Adam's Needle,
or Soap plant, as the Mexicans use the bruised
roots for soap. A beautiful plant for cemetery
or lawn decoration, as well for the foliage as
the flowers. Strong two-year-old-roots, 75
cents each.
DAY LILY-A superb Autumn flower. Has very
showy foliage, prettily veined; very desirable
for planting on the side of a lawn or at the
edge of shrubbery. It will increase in size
and beauty every year.
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
FLOWER
NAT SIZE
COPYRIGHTED 1890 BY
A.BLANC
DAY LILY.
DAY LILY.
White (Funkia Alba)-
Splendid for cemetery
purposes. 50 cents
each, $5.00 per doz.
50 cents each,
$5.00 per doz.
Blue
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BRYOPHYLLUM
CALYCINUM.
A most curious and beau-
tiful succulent plant, a native
of India. When in bloom
it presents successively two
distinct aspects; first, when
the calyx develops itself, of
a pea-green color streaked
with red, increasing in size
until it becomes two inches
in length, and afterwards
when the corolla-tube breaks
through and protudes an
inch beyond the toothed-limb
of the calyx. The flowers are
borne upon slight panicles,
drooping directly downward.
The foliage is very handsome
and of fine shape. It is very
easily grown as a stove
plant, and thrives best in pots of rich loamy soil; perfect drainage is essential, and but little water
is required. Plants, 25 cents each.
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ARUM SANCTUM.
SOLOMON'S LILY, OR THE BLACK CALLA
FROM THE HOLY LAND.
The BLACK CALLA was lately introduced from the
Holy Land, and is one of the greatest curiosities of the
century. The flowers are large, often over a foot long
and seven to nine inches across, are sweet-scented, and
grown on a slender but vigorous stalk of brown red,
shading to green at the upper end. The spadix is about
10 inches long, velvet-like and quite black. Foliage
luxuriant, of a splendid rich green. It is quite as easily
grown as the common Calla, needing only a larger pot
or box and richer soil. Price, $1.00 each.
BLACK CALLA.
PLANTS FOR CEMETERY USE.
The question is often asked, "What shall I plant in my cemetery lot ?" As it would be
impossible to answer this question intelligently without knowing size of the lot, surroundings,
etc., we give below a list of shrubs and plants best suited for this purpose. Descriptions and
prices of each will be found under their proper headings.
Dicentra.
Anemone, Alba.
Syringa.
Day Lily.
Willow, Kilmarnock.
Deutzia.
Yucca.
Spirea.

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Birch
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