Historic, Archive Document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices. Aeneas H)-y sasth—ashldeeepeatesie A ER A CE gt ee PLE a OI eR Ett er ey tt epee eR nape see Saiienedndndiiiedia oe eh leap re ce SO as Su Le aN a Pt etl I he ik if, = ggasi TE NS ARE ti a PO owas THAI) AR os pron ay NAN SP nae Sree tie" £ AN \ivh Muy i (} if H| GRiy 7 Se Pe 8 L Wy ti mS “ay DIVISIONOF = ““po\ wt ii I \ a ie ae C7 h MM =} Vy Dy iV, Y} > : | If th C, a /// = SS Mf ‘ill WS \ S SS Ss ~My j Wf -\i “ Fy. — Second Edition Seay 1896 CATALOGUE As ah SS I\111| Ne Hh } =Sa = aN Sunset Seed and Plant Co. \ f 427-429 SANSOME ST. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. ED WW Sunset Selected Seeds a Success Ros 2S,—Novelties. Blanc Double de Courbet (Augosa). Pure white, blooms in clusters of from five to ten flowers, freely produced; double; very sweet, a strong, rampant grower, having the true Rugosa foliage. This rose comes from Kamtchatka. Price, 3-inch pots, 50c each. Clio (Hybrid Perpetual). Soft flesh color shading into rosy pink at the center; flowers very large, fine globular form; very freely produced; a strong and vigorous grower. A queen among Hybrid Per- petuals. Price, 3-inch pots, 50c each. Corinna (Zea). The tints of color in this variety render it quite distinct from all other tea roses. They may be described as flesh color shaded with rose and suffused with tawny copper; flowers large, full, of excellent shape and freely produced. The plant is vigorous. Price, 3-inch pots. 35¢ each. Ellen Cooper (7a). This is a seedling raised from Duchesse de Brabant, which it resembles in growth and foliage. It is a single rose; color soft rosy-pink, yellow at base of petals; of good form and size. Price, 3-inch pots, 50c each. Lord Penzance’s Hybrid Sweet Briers. These have already attained a world-wide reputation. It is certain they will be a great acquisition. Like their parent Sweet Brier, the foliage and flowers are deliciously scented. The flowers are of the most beautiful tints and produced in great profusion. Of vigorous habit. Price, 50c each. Amy Robsart. Lovely deep rose; the buds before opening are most graceful; of true Sweefbrier type; an abundant bloomer; robust and free. Anne of Grierstein. Dark crimson; succeeded by an abundance of pretty clustered hips; large foliage; good grower; graceful branching habit. | Flora Mclvor. Pure white, blushed with rose; large, their elegance being increased by the sprays | of tender foliage that pass up between them; graceful in habit and growth. Meg Merrilees. Gorgeous crimson; free bloomer; large foliage; one of the best. Rose Bradwardine. Beautiful clear rose; perfect form; one of the freest; robust habit Francois Dubreuill (7a). Bright crimson, velvet shadings; buds long and pointed Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. Madame la [arquise Litta (Hybrid Tea). Rosy-carmine, with darker center; large, full, cup-form; very sweet; a superb rose. Price. 3-inch pots, 35c each. Madame Abel Chatenay (Ayérid Tea). Rsoy-carmine, shading darker; of medium size. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. Madame G. Durrschmitt (Zea). Rose color, reverse flesh; globular in form; 53 inches in diameter; very sweet. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. Madame Mulson (7¢a). Satiny-yellow shading to salmon with touches of copper; large, full flower. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. Madame Wagram (7¢a). Satin-rose; bud and flower of extra size. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c¢ each. Pink Soupert (/Polyantha). This is across of Clotilde Soupert and Lucullus; the color is bright Her- mosa-pink; bloom smaller than Cloti/de Soupert; the flowers are produced in the greatest profusion; the foliage is dark and of splendid texture. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Princess Bonnie Isa cross of Bon Silene and W. F. Bennett, two grand old roses; it inherits the fra- grance and beauty of the latter and freedom of bloomand vigorous growth of the former. The outside petals are rich, solid crimson, deeper than Bennett and more vivid than Jacguemino?, while the inner side of the center ones at the base is streaked with white. In fragrance it is, perhaps, the most remarkable rose yet introduced; it is rich and subtle, not the pungent odor of a Hybrid Perpetual, but rather a delicate, refined scent so peculiarly its own. It is a most profuse and_ persistent bloomer, every shoot producing several perfect flowers. The flowers are borne on long, stiff stems, and have the form of the Bennett; they are large, semi-double, and in buds surpass any rose we know. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. Provence Rose. The /rve variety from which ‘‘Attar of Roses”’ is made. The Provence rose is grown in immense quantities in Turkey, Bulgaria, India, and south of France, hundreds of acres being devoted to its culture for the production of the precious “Attar of Roses.’’ At considerable cost and trouble we have secured the true variety, and have worked up a large stock, which is offered to the public, in California, for the first time, and every flower lover in the State should possess one or more bushes. The flowers are not so brilliant or showy as some of the more modern varieties, but their delightful fragrance more than makes amends for this deficiency. Price (strong plants), 30c each; $3.00 per dozen. Sweetbrier Roses continued on inside of back cover. SUNSET SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. lalla Mi MS Fa ee ee eh i ea eR em ee cell cell eel eel cee el eth el es a oe ere ererscesetee tee eee seeeseesessetereseseeveeerteveetsesce i eee ORDER SHEET. 1896 | AND GENERAL a. Sa POSTAGE.—If purchasers desire their orders forwarded by mail, add to catalogue prices, for postage, at the rate of eight cents per pound, when ordering in quantities of half pound and upwards. We prepay postage when order is for ounces and packets. In case where postage is not allowed, we shall deduct a sufficient quantity to cover deficiency, to avoid the necessity of opening accounts for small balances. We believe our stock to be as represented; but at the same time wish it to be distinctly understood that our seeds are sold without any warranty, express or implied, and without any responsibility in respect to the crop. If our seeds are not accepted on these terms, they must be returned at once. fia" Special prices to market gardeners and private institutions using large quantities of seeds. VERY IMPORTANT.—Write your name very plainly in black ink, and give your Post Office, County ‘and State in full, every time, DATE, oe AMOUNT ENCLOSED Very Plain. Your Name Money Order, Ss Post Office- ; Dyer 5 5g fe = County z —— : Stamps State Pe > ere ~ ., { If different } Forward by { Mail, Express ) .: Pp expr ess Office ( from P.O.) ~ ~\ orFreight j~ Cash > Lbs. Ozs. Pkts. t —— Number Plants | BciBdibe, NAMES OF ARTICLES WANTED. Sunset Seed and Plant Company 427-9 Sansome St., San Francisco, Cal., March 15, 1896. 2nd Edition 1896 Catalogue. Requests for our Catalogue have this season been so numerous that our large first issue is exhausted and we print a second edition. The Nursery Department has been shortened to embrace only stocks of which we have a fair supply at present time. POSTAGE | Seeds in packets, ounces and quarter pounds are sent postpaid at catalogue prices—but postage at the rate of 8 cents per pound must be included for seeds in quantities of one-half pound and up=- wards. DISCOUNT On all orders for seeds in packets the purchaser may select 20 cents worth extra for each one dol= lar sent us. This discount applies to seeds in packeis only and is not allowed on seeds by the ounce, quarter pound, pound, etc. INDEX. Plants. PAGE. Plants. PAGE. Seeds, etc. PAGE.| Seeds, Etc. Pacer. Dice Sab uated dave radenccectenes Pare I PSpIEDIS tae eect bacco cece eee 5 eto US Sei eases cosas OAD Lawn (GRASS ih eacecnese shoes 31 CAGIAW we ccopeeeaap caak cabae ee weet see Metal MU Matte oy | Olea fragrans .............0000... GHGS GNP. orcas seh epee tabeeetsacce sce Ti (eal SCedSiutas sesso anes 48 Cedar 1 wee eee ee 3 SUA RACL ions Stepan ecatessie ston Gi Glover Seeds poe... RUS RATSLOY Co cecsceshsetencceearstdee eee 23 @hoisya ternatasee-c-cssre-oce 3 Palms e ety Cake of flower seeds... cs Fane snyavestepeGacon sate sous meee 24 Clenatis: So eee 3 | Palms......ee- eee eerste een 7 BOLI ae eck ct es cate ees tect oor cece ts TGI||REAS <.4.25sneo net eee eanerdet’: 24, 25 Coral Plant. See Erythrina. PNR GASIOTAR, 2 bame 1S... a.0 oc pC omnpSaladee ss... .cotees atten Mo} (REDDChr.esesetass eee ee 25 Croton’: 2h ee SP LeM DES Pree (SCmINts NOME)” 97) CLESS, 2005, 555.ccsecewacensesccsnst ons Tis LEBER, IOAN SS ossonccncns conmesere 33 Cyperis +2... nee 3 pee SS enter SESS PE ed oe Re eae FC UCMIND Clams anstecet ace nn ethics 17 plage Stakes iasspssst canst ee 33 ; BAUME Meme: sahycy shan tivo tiaraed danke saves 7 Uimip kein ooo eece es ere eee 2 Pp Phe eRy eeroo: eee cceencseny cs 3| Pittosporum TERE Bose ora P ae FD AAS e Sovas. oc wcsvecewonsen ecu see os 47 . Dios 3.2 o4).6 ee eee 3 Dandelions. <.-al. eee TA RRAGIS I er ccc er oesece cee 26 DraczendsS \4 caiceeee-csetatnerees Red Gum. See Eucalyptus. 7 f ISN bT og Ode ae epaectic Percrcri aaa 26 2 SLES ecce BaEPALy Cormac a HOpeE ree Se oablanttscccew.tecseenscatucews 1S Elcagnus OEE bo ee RE de “. Eoncivene seen een eee Fem SDACAMING 2a wescts ssc rae eee eee 30 ELTICA -.-++000 Rte sv baba AES soar ae MGA CH Crete tee sae ie tate Mons: 8 Salsify 6 Erythrima......ce.cscesceeesereees © Gini ess. # see tee SY | SSA WMNWAST AS) coery cco ractrocn onda sa 32 Spinach............. Fae ae Z Eucaly ptt... -eeeeceeeeseserercens 4/Spruce. See Abies and Picea. 8| Flower Seeds.............. SAS AMISOLLele ke pee ee, 26 Euphorbia.........----.0eees serseen MIS WAMSOM cl ellis caceetbscteesss 8| Forage Plants.............00 see Bolsauashiase sk eee oe 27 FELMS... 2.20: ssceeteonereoseensesese- 4| ladiolue SiieaiBectue i ann wane a ae Bucs. é:2:.) eee eee A WeR RRO DSI Soe ob oesccacrcas sae anh oe oets 8 gle Seeds:..-... 1. aes - SUNMOW eter cc. 30 Lait ; , SIWEEU DEAS? ccs secsanaeen, 4, 35: 36 Crevillea robusta...........s00 4| Umbrella Plant.................... 8| Metb SeedsS.....csc..005ss5.08 ee 29 aie Heliotrope.....1.i...ccfneeds 4 é Tarragon Roots... 29 Eibiscud: Sit a eee s baa deg Jasetun desea seccvans sates: : Riese ae aS iy Beer EPC rc PTT oe Ae 35 MObacco esters. ee. 30 Holly cee 5| Vitis coegielice ns. g|iris , Ree ne ene 27, 28 Eopeystiekiee ae eee ame gm | VHS CORTESE is coos essensene Sie eees nde oan oateeseepeeaes ater AS MUDELOSCSH sessment. ...5J0 ss. 48 Hydrangea icssche. sno uteapsithonag 5|Washingtonia Sonorea....... Mal Male: 255. scutes 2c ieee 1g | PUTMD es oo ceseeseeseeere cece nesses He) EA¥ DOGICU MI aperserer Sasncseenureane Sb WW NSNSRENAN, Seton oe cade padncnscodesse Solin iene teen ens, ae 16 Wild Garden Seed............... 45 PLANT DEPARTTIENT. Abies firma (Spruce). Japanese Silver Fir. An erect tree of great beauty. Native of Japan. Price 1 to 1% feet, 75c¢ each. ‘ A. Pinsapo. The Spanish Silver Fir. Native of Southern Spain. Price, 4-inch pots, 1 to 1% feet 5oc each. is ; Acacia albicans (whitish). Flowers white; oblong-linear leaflets. A most distinct and good variety Swan River. Price, 3-inch pots, 12 te 18 inches, 25c each. : j A. armata. Flowers yellow, appearing in single round heads; leaves oval; branches armed with thorns. New Holland. Price, 3-inch pots, 1% to 2 feet, 25c each, 2 * SUNSET SEED Acacia cultriformis. Flowers yellow; very free bloomer; leaves peculiarly shaped, growing close to stem, and ending ina sharp hooked point; color sea-green; a most distinct and good sort; New South Wales. Price, 3-inch pots, 9 to 12 inches, 25c each. A, longifolia. Flowers bright yellow; leaves long, dark green, narrowed at each end; of upright growth. New South Wales. Price, 3-inch pots, 1 to 2 feet, 20c each. A longissima elegans. Flowers bright yellow, produced in great quantities on long, pendulous stems; leaves very long and slender. A very choice and scarce variety; con- sidered the most elegant of the genus. New South Wales. Price, 5-inch pots, 1% to 2% feet, 25c each. A. melanoxylon. Black Acacia. Flowers yellow; leaves lance-shaped. This variety is much used for street plant- ing; the timber is very valuable for all cabinet makers’ work; smells very strongly of the violet. New South Wales. Price, 3-inch pots, 1 to 1% feet, 20c each; 5-inch pots, 2 to 3 feet, 35c each; 6-inch pots, 3 to 4 feet, 50c each. A. ornithophora. Kangaroo Acacia. Flowers yellow; leaves oblong, ending in a hooked sharp point; a_ peculiarly odd-looking sort. New Holland. Price, 3-inch pots, 1% to 2 feet, 25c each. A. pinifolia. Flowers yellow; leaves long, roundish; of grace- ful, slender habit. Very rare and choice. Price, 3-inch pots, 1% to 2 feet, 25c each. A. pycnantha. Golden Wattle. Flowers brilliant yellow, coming in long, pendulous clusters; leaves long and droop- ing; tree of rapid growth, doing especially well near the sea coast; contains a large quantity of tannin. Price, 3-inch pots, 9 to 12 inches, 25c each. A. suaveolens. Flowers yellow; leaves narrow. New South Wales. Price, 3-inch pots. 1 to 14 feet, 25c each. Akebia quinata. Flowers purplish-brown; very fragrant; succeeded by yellow ornamental fruit; leaves usually divided into five leaflets. A very rapid and ornamental climber. Native of Japan. Hardy. Price, in pots, 2 to 3 feet, 50c each. Ampelopsis quinquefolia. Virginia Creeper. Flowers inconspicuous; followed by handsome dark blue berries; leaves palmate, handsome, and luxuriant, assuming in autumn a gorgeous hue; of rapid growth. Native of North America. Hardy. Price, 4-inch pots, 25c each Ampelopsis Veitchii. Bostonor Japan Ivy. Leaves variable, of a shining, glossy green, taking on beautiful autumn coloring; much used for covering brick or stone walls, to which it closely adheres. Native of Japan. Hardy. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each; 5-inch pots, 4oc each. Aristolochia Sipho. Dutchman’s Pipe. Price, 50c each. Araucaria Bidwilli. Morton Bay Pine. Of most symmetrical growth; color of the branchlets shining deep green. This variety we can recommend for the beautifying and adorning of lawns. Native of Morton Bay. Price, 5- inch pots, 14 feet, $1.50 each; 6-inch pots, 1% to 2 feet, $2.00 each. A. brasiliensis. Resembles A. imbricata some- what; the needles are not, however, so closely imbricated nor of such a dark green color. The tree is of a more straggly growth; color of the foliage light green on top and sea-green underneath. Native of Brazil. Price, 4-inch pots, 1 foot, 50c each; 5-inch pots, 1 to 1% feet, 75c¢ each. A.excelsa. Norfolk Island Pine. Perhaps the best known of the avaucarias, being much used for decoration. It is a most symmetrical growing tree, with very delicate bright-green fringed branches. | Hardy in protected locali- ties in California. Native of Norfolk Island. Price, 4-inch pots, It foot, $1.25 each; 5-inch pots, 14 feet, $1.75 each. A. imbricata (imbricated). The Monkey Puzzle. Beautiful, regular pyramidal form; branches in whorls, ‘spreading horizontally; leaflets stiff, sharply pointed and of a very dark green color. A most noble tree. Native <) 7 ARECA LUTESCENS. of Chili. Price, 4-inch pots, 6 to 9 inches, 50c CALIFORNIA FAN PALM. each. oF a. — Te |! eT ee) oe Se eee Go 427-9 SANSOME ST. Arbor-Vitz Lobbi semper aurea. Branchlets beautifully variegated with golden yellow. A decided improvement on the old sort. Price, 4-inch pots, g to 12 inches, 25c each. Aspidistra lurida. Useful foliage plant, with dark green, long leaves; produces odd-looking purplish flowers, just above-ground. Requires an abundance of water. Native of China. Price, 5-inch pots, 50e each. Asparagus ornatus. Variegated Asparagus. This handsome variegated plant has all the graceful luxuriance of a robust climber. The leaves are very bright and glossy green, richly and irregularly marked with large silvery blotches. Price, 4-inch pots, 50c each. Aucuba Japonica (Japanese). Gold Dust Tree. Large, glossy leaves, magnificently spotted with golden yellow; produces bunches of large red berries, which appear about Christmas and greatly add to its beauty. Price, 6-inch pots, 2 to 23 feet, 50c each. A. viridis latifolia (green, broad-leaved). Similar to the preceding, except that the leaves are not spotted with gold. Very ornamental. Price, 6-inch pots, 2 to 24% feet, 50c each. Blue Gum. See Eucalyptus. Boston Ivy. See Ampelopsis. Camphor Tree. Price, 4-inch pots,'1% feet, 25c each. Canna. New. Queen Charlotte. Price, 50c each. Carnations.—Novelties. Price, 35c each; or 75c for the three. Armazindy, Jubilee, Triumph. Recent Introductions, and Scarce Sorts. Price, 15c each; $1.50 per 12. Anna Webb, Alaska, Bouton D’or, Buttercup, Bridesmaid, El Dorado, Golden Gate, Germania, Gold Nugget, Helen McGowan, Hellen Keller, Jago, Jacqueminot, Kitty Clover, Kohinoor, Little Gem, Lizzie Gilbert, Magnet, Purple King, Peach Blow, Rose Queen, Storm King, Uncle John, W. Scott. Standard Varieties. Price, toc each; $1.00 per 12. American Flag, Annie Pixley, Anna Wiegand, Algatierre, Bertha ! Stahl, Ben Hur, Canada, Cherry Lips, Crimson Coronet, Corsair, Dr. Smart, Daybreak, Emily Pearson, Florence Van Reyper, Fred Creighton, Grace Wilder, Goldfinch, Golden Triumph, Hector, Lizzie McGowan, Louisa Porch, La Puritie, Miss Ada Mills, Meteor, Minnie Cook, Mrs. Reynolds, Mrs. Joliffe, Mrs. Hitt, Mrs. Fisher, Nellie Lewis, Nancy Hanks, Portia, Pearl, President Graw, Redondo, Richmond, Robert Craig, Sweet Briar, San Mateo, Sentinel, Silver Spray, Sunrise, Tidal Wave, The Stewart, Victoria, White Wings, Welcome, Western Pride. Cedar, Deodor or Indian. The needles of this variety are larger than the Lebanon, and of a bluish color, covered with light sea- green bloom. Leading shoot and branchlets pendulous. One of the most beautiful of lawn trees. Native of the Western Hima- layas. Price, boxed, 3 to 4 feet, $2.50 each; 4 to 5 feet, $4.00 each; 5 to 6 feet, $5.00 each. Choisya ternata. Mexican Orange Flower. A shrub with pure white, deliciously fragrant flowers, appearing in early spring; leaves dark and glossy. Native of Mexico. Price, 7-inch pots, 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 each. Clematis Coccinea. The Scarlet Clematis. Flowers coral scarlet, bell-shaped. This handsome climber is a herbaceous perennial, the stems dying to the surface in winter; they attain a height of ro or 12 feet. Blooms for along season. Price, 5-in. pots, 30c each. C. Helene. Flowers white, straw-colored center, medium size; produced in the greatest profusion for a long period, completely covering the vine; strong and rapid grower. This is a variety which will vive general satisfaction; single. Price, 5-inch pots, 50c each. Coral Plant. See Erythrina. Crotons. This class includes some of the most beautiful of greenhouse plants. The leaves are cu- riously variegated with white, yellow, red, pink, etc., and of most curious shapes. Especially useful for table decoration. Assorted varieties, 50c to 75c each. Cyperus alternifolius. Umbrella Plant. A very desirable house plant, bearing upon erect, jointless stems a crown of long, narrow leaves, resembling in shape a small umbrella. Of very easy culture. Requires an abundance of water. Native of Australia. Price, 5-inch pots, 25¢ each; 7-inch pots, soc each. Pata Dahlia Imperialis. The most beautiful of all dahlias; panicles of elegant, lily-like flowers, measuring eight inches from tip to tip of petals. The color isa very delicate mauve, almost white, veined with pink and with a ring of pink around the orange-yellow center. Price, 3-inch pots, 15c¢ each; $1.50 per dozen. Diosma ericoides. Breath of Heaven. Price, 3-inch pots, 9 to 12 inches, 20c each; 5-inch pots, 1 to 14 feet, 35¢ each. | ; Draczna australis (southern). The Australian Ti, or Cabbage tree. Flowers white, densely crowded, sweet scented; leaves long, narrow, and rather erect; as the tree becomes old, it branches, making numerous heads. Native of New Zealand. Price, 5-inch pots, 25c each; boxed, 5 to 6 feet, $2.50 each. Dutchman’s Pipe. See Aristolochia. 4 wa CHAMZEROPS EXCELSA. (Japan Fan Palm.) AND PLANT CO.>: ‘ “SUNSET SEED | Elzagnus elegantissima. Oleaster. A beautiful shrub or small tree; dark green, leathery leaves, peculiarly margined and dusted with golden down. Price, 4-inch pots, 9 to 12 inches, 25c each. Erica persoluta alba. (Heath). Very showy free-flowering shrub, admired by everyone. Price, 5-inch pots, 1 foot, goc each. Erythrina caffra. Coral Plant. Flowers scarlet; leaves round; leaf stalk unarmed. Native of South Africa. Price, 35c each. Eucalyptus amygdalina (almond-leaved). Messmate Gum. Belonging to this variety are the tallest trees in the world. In Gippsland, Australia, are trees over five hundred feet in height. Makes first- class timber for flooring boards, scantling, etc., and is well suited for avenue planting. Yields more essential oil than any other variety. Price, 3-inch pots, 1 to 15 feet, 25c each; $2.00 per 10. E. citrodora (lemon scented). A fine ornamental tree; with lemon-scented foliage; timber also very useful. Price, 3-inch pots, 13 to 2 feet, 35c each; $3.00 per Io. E. corynocalyx. Sugar Gum. Rapid growing, with dark green leaves. Timber very valuable; used for railroad ties. Very ornamental. Price, 3-inch pots, 1 to 1% feet, 25c each; $2.00 per Io. E. ficifolia. Scarlet Flowering Gum. 2%-inch pots, t to 1% feet, 25c each. HONEYSUCKLE ARBOR. E. globulus. Blue Gum. Transplanted in boxes, $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per I,o00. E. rostrata. Red Gum. Transplanted in boxes, $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1,000. E. saligna. \Veeping Gum. Leaves and general habit are like the Babylonian Willow: very orna- mental. Price, 3-inch pots, 1 to 15 feet, 25c each; $2.00 per Io. x Euphorbia splendens. Produces small, waxy, scarlet flowers, appearing in twos, then.in fours, and lastly in eights, produced very freely, covering the plant; the stems are very thorny. Native of Bourbon. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each; 4-inch pots, 50c each; 6-inch pots, $1.00 each, Ferns.—Adiantum cuneatum. Maiden Hair Fern. Price, 4-inch pots, 25c each; 5-inch pots, 4oc each; 6-inch pots, 60c each. A. Farleyense. Price, 5-inch pots, $1.00 each, Asplenium bulbiferum. Fronds very long and arched; pinnules very fine; they bear numerous small plants on the fronds, which give it a very odd appearance. Very strong grower and of the easiest culture. Native of New Zealand. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each; $2.00 per 10, Gymnogramme peruviana. Price, 7-inch pots, $1.50 each. Nephrolepis exaltata plumosa. The tips of the fronds are densely branched, the crest of each one being a close glossy mass of green. Very hardy and easily grown; one of the finest ferns of its class. Price, 3-inch pots, $1.00 each. N. davallioides-furcans. A beautiful and distinct crested variety, of robust growth, sending forth numerous arching fronds from 3 feet to 4 feet long. Price, 5-inch pots, $1.00 each. Pteris argyrea (silvery). Fronds sometimes 3 feet long, having a broad band of silvery white down the center. An exceedingly useful variety, of strong growth and habit. Price, 3-inch pots, 25¢ each; 4-inch pots, 50c each. Ficus elastica. Leaves rich green, broad, leathery, very large; when opening they are of a lovely pink color. For parlor decoration this is unsurpassed. Hardy in some localities on this coast. The true Rubber Tree of Upper India. Price, 5-inch pots, 1 foot, $1.00 each; 6-inch pots, 1% feet, $1.50 each. Grevillea robusta (robust). The silk oak of Australia. Price, 4-inch pots, 1 to 2 feet, 25¢ each; 5-inch pots, 2 to 3 feet, 35c each; 5-inch pots, 3 to 4 feet, 5uc each. Heliotrope. Light and dark. 15c each. H. Madame A. Carriere. Very large white eye, contrasting with the bright biue; panicles very large; extremely free; semi-dwarf. 25c each. : H. Picciola. Rosy-violet, almost red, with a distinct white center; produces immense panicles. 25¢ each. : 427-39 SANSOME ST. Hibiscus. Double and Single Scarlet. [Ex- ceedingly showy plants, producing their flow- ers in great abundance. Hardy in protected (nn TT hin places. Price, 1 to 1% feet, 35c each. aan ime Holly, English (//ea aquifolium). Prickly, dark green foliage; covered with red berries dur- ing the winter months, which contrast very pleasingly with the dark green foliage. Price, 6-inch pots, 1 to 1% feet, $1.00 each. Honeysuckle, aurea reticulata. Flowers yel- low; very fragrant; leaves beautifully netted and veined with clear yellow. A most desir- able sort from Japan. Price, 25c each. Hi. Japan or Chinese. Flowers red, shaggy on outside, white inside, fragrant; retains its dark green foliage very late in the season, al- most evergreen. Price, 25c each. H. English or Common Woodbine. Flowers deep red. The well-known’ sort.. » Price, 7- il ; Ht Vi inch pots, goc each. iil gs ay ul Ht Ne Hydrangea hortensis. Flowers vary much in AMM time >») | il color (according to the soil in which the plant ! | (i is grown); are usually rose-colored; they re- ‘al main for a long time in perfect condition; tl ii leaves of a light, pleasing green. Native of 2 ‘li | China. Price, 3-inch pots, 20c each; 4-inch | Hey ia juts pots, 30c each. ee ‘ Z H. hortensis variegatis. Similar to the pre- ceding, save that the leaves are beautifully margined with white. Price, 3-inch pots, 20c each; 4-inch pots, 30c each. H. otaksa monstrosa. Blooms are intense rose, shaded white, the clusters of which are borne much more generous in size than those of the old variety, Ofaksa. Quite small plants bear blooms of enormous size, of great lasting qualities. This variety is a free grower, and profuse in the produc- tion of bloom. One of the finest novelties on our list. Price, 4-inch pots, 50c each. H. paniculata grandiflora. Flowers pure white, changing to delicate pink, coming in immense pyr- amidal panicles; they are suitable for decoration, bouquet, or corsage,—the only strictly florist Hy- drangea. It blooms during the entire summer and autumn months. One of the grandest of flow- ering shrubs. An admirable pot plant for house or window culture. Native of Japan; Price, 14 to 24 feet, 25c each. Hypericum moserianum. The New St. John’s Wort. Flowers rich golden-yellow; single; large, re- sembling a single rose. The blooms completely cover the bush (of a trailing habit) from spring to late fall. A deciduous flowering shrub of rare beauty. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Isolepis gracilis. A pretty. grass-like plant, valuable for hanging baskets. Price, 3-inch pots, 20c each, $1.50 per fo. Ivy English. Leaves thick, shining, leathery. Price, 5-inch pots, 2 to 3 feet, 50c each. 1. variegated. A variety with smaller leaves, beautifully speckled and edged silvery-white. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each; 5-inch pots, 50c each. Laurel, agustifolia. A variety of the English laurel, but leaves narrower and longer. Price, 4-inch pots, I to 1% feet, 25c each. , Laurustinus. Flowers come in white clusters, rose colored before expansion, small but pretty. An ¥ --Jexcellent hedge plant. Price, 4-inch pots, 1 foot, 20c each; $1.50 per 10; $10 per Ioo. L. grandiflorus. A variety whose flowers are much larger than the old sort. Price, 4-inch pots, I foot, 25c each L. variegated. A variety with leaves beautifully blotched with white. A great improvement on the old sort; a shrub that will please everyone. Price, 7-inch pots, 1 to 1% feet, $1.00 each. Loquat. Flowers white and fragrant, appearing in early spring; fruit small, sweet and edible. Leaves large, crumpled, glossy, olive-green in color. A handsome ornamental shrub ‘(or small tree). Price, seedlings, 2 to 3 feet, 50c each. L. Giant. Price, 2 to 3 feet, $1.00 each. L. Large Fruited. Price, 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 each. Lotus peliorhynchus. Coral Gem. Has beautiful scarlet lowers, disposed in long racemes, remain- ing a long time in bloom and produces a most beautiful effect; leaves of a silvery-gray hue; very graceful. The drooping habit of this plant renders it very suitable for hanging baskets; hardy. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Magnolia grandiflora. Price, 4-inch pots, 1 to 14 feet, 4oc each; 6-inch pots, 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 each. f1. exoniensis. Price, 6-inch pots, 2 to 3 feet, $1.00 each. Mandevilla suaveolens. Chili Jasmine. Price, 4-inch pots. 25c each. Maple Japanese. Very dwarf in. habit, growing only five to ten feet in height. The varieties are numerous; some have highly-colored leaves, from a pure white variegation to pink and dark purple; others are as delicately designed as lace. Price, 2 to 3 feet, $1.00 each. Manetta bicolor. Flowers flame colored, tipped bright yellow, tubular in shape; the plant is literally covered with flowers and presents a most gorgeous sight; of rapid growth and twining habit. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Will {itt Hina ul LATANIA BORBONICA, SUNSET SEED AND PLANT-CO-. Marguerite. Semi=-Double White. This, without doubt, is the finest semi-double white Marguerite ever offered to the public; the flowers are without exaggeration twice the size of the old variety. A marvelously profuse bloomer. Price, 4-inch pots, 25c¢ each. Marguerite. Single White. Single Yellow. Price, 3-inch pots, 15¢ each; $1.50 per dozen. Norfolk Island Pine. See Araucaria. : Oleander. A class of plants too well known to need description. They are the most profuse blooming of evergreen shrubs, lasting from May to November. Double Pink. Semi-Double White. Price, 2 to 3 feet, 35c each. et Olea fragrans. Flowers white, small, deliciously fragrant; leaves shining dark green, serrated. Price, 5-inch pots, 1 to 2 feet, 60c each; 8-inch pots, 2 to 3 feet, $1.50 each. Palms.— areca Baueri. Leaves long and arched, dark green; rib of stem black. Native of Norfolk Island. Price, 6-inch pots, $1.00 each; 18-inch boxes, 10 feet, $50 each. A. lutescens. Leaves long, arched, and very feathery, sending up numerous delicate shoots; color yellowish green. A choice and noble palm for table decoration. Native of Mauritius. Price, 4- inch pots, 13 feet, 25c each; 5-inch pots, 2 feet, 50c each; 6-inch pots, 24 feet, $1.00 each. California Fan Palm. See Pritchardia. Chamerops excelsa. Japan Fan Palm. Price, 4-inch pots, 20c each; 8-inch pots, 75c each; balled, 1% feet, 50c each; balled, 2% feet, $1.00 each; balled, 3 feet, $1.50 each; 18x18-inch box. 5 to 6 feet, $8.00 each; 20x20- inch box, 6 to 7 feet, $12 each. C. humilis. Leaves fan-shaped, sea- green on both sides; stems of leaves armed with sharp spines. Very hardy, of slow growth. Price, 6-inch pots, 1 to 13 feet, 75c each. C. Nepalensis (Nepal). Of very stiff habit, slow growth. Price, 6-inch pots, 1% feet, $1.00 each. Coryphaaustralis. Leaves fan-shaped, circular, divided into many seg- ments, dark green; stems 15 feet to 18 feet long (in old plants), armed with stout spines. Hardy in some locations; one of the best and _har- diest for house culture. Native of Eastern Australia. Price, 6-inch pots, 2 feet, $1.00 each; 20x20-inch box, 5 to 6 feet, $20 each. Erythea edulis. Leaves fan-shaped, of massive appearance, divided into many segments, deep green. 427-9 SANSOME ST. (<2) SAN FRANCISCO. 7 Sunset Selected Seeds For 18906. ARE OF AND ALL SUPERIOR STRONG FRESH. QUALITY VITALITY. A VEGETABLE GARDEN FOR 50 CENTS. This liberal offer is made for the benefit of those who have not sufficent time or expe- vience to make their own selection, and simply means that for 50 cents we will mail to any address twelve large packets of the leading varieties of vegetable seeds, selected from the standard sorts offered in the following list. Parties desirous of making their own selection may do so, but as the season advances and stocks become exhausted, we reserve the right to make substitution when necessary. Artichokes. Artichaut. Artichoke. filcachofa. One ounce will produce five hundred plants. Sow in drills one foot apart and one inch deep, in moist, rich soil, and transplant to permanent beds, allowing a space of three feet between the rows and four feet between each plant. Liberal treatment will insure fine heads; and when once established the plants bear for many years. Large Green Globe. The best for gen- eral cultivation. (Strong, two-year- old roots of this variety, per doz., Oz. Lb. $2.00) 4 of PA ae eae, os ed On 25, $2 50 w= Jerusalem or Tuberous-Rooted Artichoke. These are entirely distinct from the preceding and are grown exclusively for their large potato-like roots. They are a profitable crop to grow for feeding hogs, the yield often exceeding two tons per acre. If desired they need not be dug, but the hogs can be turned into the field to root them up. In this way itis estimated that one acre will keep twenty head in good condition until spring. . : Ce a y \ IN is Per lb., 15c; 100 Ibs., $10.00. ve sulle N ys an Asparagus. Z t es | TT Wa ( Wii HU I ( a A ug Simon Asperge. Spargel. Asparrago. One ounce will produce six hundred plants, and sh eonlacas wile scamica ecm sow forty feet of drill. The increased auiteee of this delicious and wholesome vegetable cannot be too strongly recommended, being one of the earliest and best offerings from the garden to thetable. It really requires very little trouble in cultivation, as a bed once properly made and planted will last for years. The soil for the permanent beds should be thoroughly manured and trenched to a depth of at least two feet. Plant in rows three feet apart, and two feet between the plants in the rows; spread the roots well out, and let the crown of the plant be covered about six or eightinches. Fair crops may be expected the third year from seed and in one or two years from roots planted, according to age. If interested inthis crop an excellent book to have is ‘‘ Asparagus Culture,’’ by W. Robinson, which will be sent free by mail for 50 cents. Barr’s Mammoth. A new variety of very large quick growth. Earlier than the Con- over’s Colossal, and more than twice as large. It is wonderfully productive through- out the entire season, very tender and of delicious flavor. Something of its immense Oz. Vb: size can be realized when twenty-five edible shoots have weighed thirteen pounds. . fo 10 {0 75 Colossal. A widely cultivated variety, with large, tender stalks of good flavor; the roots are vigorous and productive (two-year-old roots, per 100, $1.50; per 1,000, $10.00) . . 10 50 Columbian Mammoth White. The stems of this variety are pure white and remain so as long as fit for use; a vigorous grower and very productive sii" ER ae az 20° I 00 Palmetto. A very early, large growing, bright green variety (two-year-old roots, per too, SAGoe War TAI, BL2. GOpiiet yitihsl Ail dedl-aM aveks alls ead Ma Rae Te PML Be 10 60 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. 10 SUNSET SEED AND PLANT. CO. S Dwarf or Bush Beans Haricot Nain. Busch-bohnen. Friyole nano. Kas Under this head are classed all the low-growing sorts, variously celled Bush, Snap, String, Waz or French Beans. One pound will sow one hundred feet of drill; forty pounds are required for an acre. They will thrive in any good soil. Plant the seeds two inches deep and three inches apart, in rows two feet apart- Keep well cultivated, as no crop better repays extra labor in this direction. If ordered by mail add 8 cents per pound for postage. Best of All. Early, vigorous, and prolific; pods long, very fleshy, stringless, and of rich Lb. roo Lbs. flavors. .2.03 €.2 RE. B.kGL Ce Pk RPE RO Se a rn i re Black Wax. Early, stringless, round yellow pods, solid and tender i er coe Ss Io ©8000 Canadian Wonder. Handsome flat pods of great length and very tender. For string beans it has become a great favorite, while for fresh shelled beans, cooked like limas, hardly any variety can approach it in rich flavor and handsome appearance or I2 10 00 Champion Bush. Produces an abundance of stringless, fleshy, flat pods, four to five inches in length, of a light green color and containing five to seven beans of excellent HAaVOl) < ie Ap Yetie tee 1 ovate Ac Ok Ae eG Ss a es a I2 10 00 Early China. A well-known early variety of fairly good quality IO 700 Early Mohawk. The hardiest of the early varieties, largely grown for market use. Io 700 Emperor William. A very early white seeded sort, with thin green pods, perfectly stringless when young ~ Se, Io 9g 0O Extra Early Refugee. Has all the superior qualities of the ordinary Refugee, and is fully two weeks earlier 10 8 co Extra Early Valentine. Differing from the ordinary Red Valentine only in earliness; usually ready for the table in forty days from fime éf plantine gies ae. Io 800 Improved Golden Wax. A vigorous grower, enormously productive and of good qual- ity; a great improvement on the old variety. I0 9 0O Keeney’s Rusitless Golden Wax. A strong- growing variety of remarkable vigor and freedom from rust. The pods are neatly and well filled, of rich yellow color and fine quality, and entirely stringless even when large enough to shell. Packet, 15 cents; eae) two for 25c. EXTRA EARLY ROUND POD VALENTINE Long Yellow Six Weeks. A standard vari- BEAN. ety of good quality and very prolific. . . 10 7 0Oo Mexican Tree. A valuable vari- Lb. 100 Lbs- ety for field culture, very pro- lific and as a dry bean the very best for market . ... $0 10 $600 Roger’s Lima Wax. Now. of- fered for the first time; pos- sesses the three essential points of productiveness, ten- derness of pod, and delicious flavor, and promises to be an acquisition of great merit. Packet, 15c; two for 25c. Wardwell’s Kidney Wax. The vines of this variety are very large and vigorous, yielding an immense crop of long, nearly straight, handsome, very white, wax-like pods. . Io 900 Yosemite Mammoth Wax. The monster pods of this variety average ten to fourteen inches —s = = = - =a > in length, are nearly all solid ta ND oat . = J E* pulp and absolutely stringless, ARDI ESTA M ST PRED z CTIW cooking tender and delicious; ; the plant is a vigorous grower, covering the ground with its heavy foliage. . . . . . $0 20 $15 00 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. 427-9-SANSOME ST. (<2") SAN FRANCISCO: II Dwarf Lima Beans Burpee’s Bush Lima. Grows from eighteen to twenty inches high, erect and branching so vigorously that each plant develops into a bush two or three feet in diameter. It yields immensely, bearing handsome, large, well-filled pods, the beans being identical Lb. 100 Lbs. in size and flavor with the well-known large Pole Limas .............. go 15 $12 00 Henderson’s Bush Sieva Lima. Grows in compact bush form, about eighteen inches high, and proltuces.enormous crops of delicious beans... 6.0.0. 60. 5 a ee ee IO, 7 eo NS Dreer’s Bush Lima. This is a true bush form of the Dreer’s Pole Lima, of vigorous habit, and very prolific; in flavor the beans are simply delicious . . I2 10 00 Beans, Pole or Running Flaricots a Rames. Stangen Bohnen. fryole Vastaga. One pound will plant fifty hills; thirty pounds will plant an acre. The soil should be mellow, rich, and warm. Lay the ground out in hills four feet apart each way, and set poles eight or ten feet long firmly in the hills before putting in the seed. Plant five or six beans in a hill, and cover about two inches deep; leave three healthy plants at each pole, and when a few inches high draw a little earth around them as support. They may also be grown without poles, leaving the vine to run. Use the cultivator freely to keep the soil mellow and clean. . Asparagus, or Yard Long. Quite a curiosity in the bean family, and at the same time excellent for table; the pods are of extraordinary length, frequently over Lb. 100 Lbs.’ two feet, and are produced in wonderful abundance, fo 30 Challenger Lima. Said to be an improvement on Dreer’s Pole Lima, being earlier, more prolific, and haglarveninpasé.7 i G35 Fes 2: POPE es Se se, 15 $12 co Cut Short, or Corn Hill. An old but popular variety, largely used in the eastern States for planting among corn, where it gives an excellent crop without the ISCO POlES FUT) Lt RULER AS OC Yo. Saale. fe) 8 00 Creaseback. Especially valuable on account of its ex- treme earliness and its habit of perfecting all of its pods at the same time; wonderfully productive in good soil; the dry beans are small and perfectly white, rendering them valuable for baking... . 10 9 00 Dreer’s Improved Lima. Vines vigorous and produc- tive; beans larger and much thicker than the ordi- inary Eta es ests ie) em eee a Ws cha) fae wes ie) 9 00 Dutch Case Knife. A splendid bean for shelling green, also good as a dry bean for winter use. . . ike) 8 00 Extra Early Jersey Lima. Similar tothe Large Lima, but about tworweeks earlier: fo). oe cc wanes ge Saveae 17 eles (0869) Golden Cluster Wax. A very vigorous and pro- ductive variety, bearing its long golden yellow pods in clusters of three to six from bottom to top of pole; the pods retain their tenderness long after the beans have attained a large size; without doubt the best baal Hh pole, wax bean incultivation, and the earliest grown = 20 Be Horticultural, or Speckled Cranberry. Popular old favorite; useful either green or dried. ...... Io 9 00 Kentucky Wonder. A large, green, fleshy-podded variety, bearing large clusters of pods averaging eight or nine inches in length, remarkably crisp when young; very prolific and one of the best . . 10 8 00 King of the Garden Lima. The very best Lima Bean grown, early, large and prolific, and in quality with- Otiharivales bin spall ge. cdaliaijt cds Ee oa lie thaw 12, hot Oo Large White Lima. Always popular, and only sur- passed by othersortsinearliness. ........ IO 7 50 Lazy Wife. The pods of this variety retain their rich, tender, and stringless qualities until nearly ripe, and at all stages of their growth are really delicious. . T2 WOOo \ Scariet Runner. Ornamental and useful; produces aD) brilliant scarlet flowers, and the beans are used —————_ either green or shelled OE te aE a h iitad si Boe Pel iO Southern Prolific, A very prolific sort, with long, fleshy, crisp green pods of excel- leptqualitys | 3 72% BAP (A A ee aR | Se Se an idl Sr Si alk Ader ela hese IO 8 oo White Dutch Runner. Similar to the preceding, but bears beautiful clusters of white flowers; excellent as a shell bean.

a. Uae ee fe) 40 Mammoth Long Red [angel Wurzel. This variety grows to an immense size, and is the most desirable sort to grow for stock feeding .........2.. 6... . Ke) 35 Orange Globe [angel Wurzel. Useful in shallow ground; productive and a good KGGEE le se Rha, eS ee ee a Ie ee IO 40 Red Globe Mangel Wurzel. Similar to the preceding, exceptincolor ........ 10 40 White Sugar Beet. A large growing French variety, excellent for sugar and for stock FSCO war. Mea fe) 40 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. ee 427-9 SANSOME ST. i) SAN FRANCIS (3 e inst? Chou Brocoli. Spargel-Kohl. hs Brocul. ary opp Sales One ounce will produce three thousand plants. Sow thinly in seed beds. When the plants are strong enough, set out in rows two feet apart each way, setting the plants well down to their lower leaves. Cultivate frequently and give a plentiful supply of water during all stages of their growth. Early Purple Cape. Produces large heads, of a brownish pon color; very close and Oz. Lb. compact and of excellent flavor. . $o 30 $3 oo Walcheren. Produces large white heads of supe rior ‘quality; : very popula ur, ‘and sells well ‘wherever offered to the public .. . Siig. sil SOs / (40 4 00 Brussels Sprouts Chou de Bruxelles. Rosenkohi, Berza de Brusels.~ One ounce will produce three thousand plants. Sow as directed for Broccoli, and set “the plants two anda half feet apart each way. They require a long season of growth, but with suitable soil and liberal manuring an excellent crop of this most delicious vegetable can be secured. Oz: bs Improved Dwarf. Very productive, tender and of rich flavor. . go 20 $2 00 Matchless. Without doubt the finest variety grown; of vigorous growth | and producing handsome, solid, round sprouts of the best quabty, being rich, ‘tender and of delicious Herne Shae Gena dee ye Sera Nee ty ee viet Ma ETE oie re OR 2 50 ae bbage | | a Chou Pomme. Kopf-Koh Col vepollo. One ounce will produce three thousand plants; ie ounces will produce sufficient plants for an acre. Commence to sow the seed of the early varieties in September, and each following month until spring, for succession. Transplant as soon as large enough to fresh, rich soil, in rows two feet apart and eighteen inches in the rows. For late use, sow the Drumhead sorts in spring, and transplant to well-manured ground tbree feet each way. In planting Cabbage or Cauliflower, care should be observed that the stem is set under the ground as far as the first leaf. The ground should be well worked, to pro- duce good heads, and hoed as many as three times during the season, drawing the earth slightly about the stems. All Seasons. Splendid variety, with hard, solid, round heads of the very best quality; Oz. Lb. noted for its ability to stand the hot summer sun and dry weather. . fo 20 $2 00 Autumn King or World Beater. One of the finest strains of late cabbage ever offered, producing regular, even heads of enormous size and a greater weight of crop from the same space of ground than any other late sort, from the fact of producing so few outer leaves and going allto head. .. . a ea Sto, Earliest Etampes. ‘Very early, medium WT ay ~ sized, heart-shapedheads. . . 20h 2 OO Wt CO — Early York. A small, early-heading, pop- , “| ular variety. . Te ees Fotler’s Brunswick. A first-class second early, large-heading variety of the Drumhead type; excellent for summer ana tall iSe ho ie Py 1.25 Holland. This does not erow toa ereat size—averaging 8 pounds—but is re- markably solid and of fine white color; it is remarkable on account of its keep- ing qualities; remaining in the field as long as desired without bursting or rotting; largely grown in this State for shipping to the easternmarkets .. . 25) 0 4 OO Improved Early Summer. About ten days later than Jersey Wakefield, but much larger in size; heads hz urd and solid and of fine uniform Shape eras 20 aoe Jersey Wakefield, (Selected strain.) Recognized everywhere as the leading HOLLAND CABBAGE. early cabbage for market and home use; heads pyramidal in shape, of large size, hard and solid and of excellent quality . . Pg Ee Ee 25.2 50 Large Late Drumhead. Anold favorite, with broad, flat, compact heads . Se ais? Cats 20} pale 5O Mammoth Red Rock. A late, very large, solid, finestrain . . 30% 4 2500 Perfection Drumhead Savoy. A splendid strain, produce very large solid heads of arich, dark green... 25. 2 50 Premium Flat Dutch. Selected strain of immense s size, ‘and a sure header, tender, crisp and of delicious flavor. .. . 20. 2,00 Surehead. One of the best sorts erow n, producing large flattened heads, ranging in weight from ten to fifteen pounds . . 25.0 2 Ee Winnigstadt. Medium to large conical- shaped heads, very solid; an old and reliable variety which has not been supplanted in public favor . . BY Porat Sea 204244200 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. a SUNSET SEED \~2¥ AND PLANT CO. Carrots Carotte. Mohren. Zanahoria. One ounce will sow one hundred and fifty feet cf drill; three pounds are required for an acre. The most suitable soil is a rich, deep, sandy loam, not too recently manured. Sow rather thinly in drills twelve to fiftéen inches apart, according to the sorts, thinning out to six or seven inches between the plants. In field culture the rows should be at least two feet apart, so that the crop can be worked with the horse cultivator. Chantenay. Handsome roots, smoother Oz. Lb. and more uniform than the Danvers. $0 Io $r oo Danvers Half-Long Orange. In form mid- way between the Long Orange and Short Horn; of a rich, dark orange color and very smooth. ....... Io 50 Earliest French Forcing. Roots small, globe shaped, delicious flavor; the very best early+“ eee Se Early Scarlet Horn. Deep red flesh, tender and delicates* 2) ree te 10". “60 Guerande, or Oxheart. A thick growing variety, five or six inches long and very blunt at the lower extremity; grows very rapidly, is tender and of good fla- vor and a variety we can recommend Io 75 for either market or family use. . . . to 75 Half=-Long, Stump-Rooted. Smooth and = S : GY; handsome; a popular favorite ... . Io 50 SSW '_ MoM wv, Improved Long Orange. A caréful se- —= SSSy A Shy, = lection, bright orange red, excellent = Z * for “Main GEOR oie. 5 Bee a rts Io 50 Long White Belgian. A productive va- riety for Held eniture: eo meee: 3. Sp ke) 40 Caujiflower Choufleur. Blumenkohi. Coltflor. ° HALF-LONG DANVERS CARROT. One ounce will produce three thousand plants. The cultural directions given for cabbage will apply to this crop, but the soil should be more heavily manured. Keep them well hoed, and bring the earth zradually up to the stems. Water freely in diy weather, and especially when they begin to head. Never allow the plants to become crowded in the seed bed; transplant them with great care, as any check will injure, if not entirely prevent, the formation of the head. q Extra Early Dwarf Erfurt. (/mjorted Seed.) This is without doubt the best strain of Cauliflower that money can buy; of dwarf compact growth and short stem; heads Oz. Lb. beautiful white, large, firm and fine grained. Per pkt., 25 cts.; 4.0z., $1.50. . ... $5 00 Early Dwarf Erfurt. Described in most catalogues as above, but much inferior to our extra early strain which we recommend... . . > = . iia + severe en noe I 50 Early London. Large, and recommended forearlyuse. .....-...-.+4.-.. 40 $3 50 Early Paris. Desirable asasecond early .....°. >»: - Meee) see =: moe 60 6 00 Large Algiers. Extra fine, late variety, and asureheader 4... .8) 22. 227 50 500 Lenormand. Short stemmed, late sort, with very heavy heads .........-... 60 7 50 Snowball. (Grown from Henderson's Stock.) This is the most popular variety in cul- tivation, and is largely grown everywhere, both for forcing and early crops outside. The plants are dwarf and sure heading, and the heads, though not so large as in some other varieties, are of good size, pure white, and of fine, delicate flavor. ...... I 00 Veitch’s Autumn Giant. An unusually fine late sort, with beautiful white, large, firm heads, are well protected by large leaves, and remain tender and fit for use a long time 40 4 00 Chervi) Cerfeutl, Garten-Kerbel., Perifollo. One ounce will sow fifty feet of drill. Sow in rows one foot apart, and cover very lightly. When the plants show themselves, thin out to twelve inches apart in the drills. Oz. Lb. ie on Curled. Used in soups and salads; also for garnishing .....-..........=. $015 $1 00 ~ All seeds can be had in 5=cent packets except where noted. TED A . KE, 427:9' SANSOME ST. (2 SAN FRANCISCO. Se Celery Celeri. Sellert. Apio. plants in the row. Cultivate freely and earth up to blanch the stems, pressing the soil firmly around the plant almost to the top, care being taken not to cover the tops of the center shoots. Remember that. this ‘crop well repays generous treatment. Early Arlington. Animprovement on the Boston Market, being earlier and of larger growth and branches rap- Oz. Lb. CUES i a hee oh!) eee ee Wee iD: OO Giant Pascal. The stalks are very large, thick, solid, crisp, and of a rich nutty flavor free from any trace of bitterness; it blanches very easily and quickly, and retains its freshness a long time 20u ro: 50 Golden Self Blanching. A splendid variety of compact growth and straight, vigorous stalks; the heart is large, solid, and of a beautiful rich golden color; crisp and of delicious flavor . 30 M250 Improved Golden Dwarf. The best of half dwarf va- rieties, stalks large and full, the heart is golden yel- lew, turning to a light color when blanched. Very solid, rich flavor, and good keeper ....... Rhone RO Kalamazoo. A large, ribbed, good half-dwarf; favorite MarketisSOMe foe a.) cep ae SNe. aad ca ea eh ae 20) A, 2.00 New Rose. In common with all reds this variety is of superior nutty flavor, rich and solid, and keeps re- markably well; the delicate rose shading makes it very.omamentalon thettable Gens. si) siieas dat oe 25 250 Perfection Heartwell. Ads GE ag 20 I 50 Nichol’s [Medium Green. Of beautiful color; very uniform in shape and size ae to 60 Thorburn’s Everbearing. Very early and enormously productive; the peculiar merit of this variety is that the vines continue to flower and produce fruit, whether the ripe cu- cumbers are picked off or not, thus becoming almost a perpetual bearer. ...... 10 75 Dandelion Pissennt. Pardeblum. Amargon. One ounce will sow two hundred feet of drill. The seed should be sown in drills eighteen inches apart and half an inch deep. The leaves are best for salad when blanched, which can be done by par- tially shading the rows with boards. Oz. Lb. Improved Broad-Leaved. Twice the size of the common variety ......... . .$0 30 $3 00 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. 18 AND PLANT CO. “SUNSET SEE Egg Plant Aubergine. Eierpflanze. Berengena. One ounce will produce two thousand plants. A strong, uniform heat is required to germinate these seeds, and a thoroughly pulverized, well-enriched, warm soil is necessary to perfect the fruit. Transplant to three feet apart each way, and when about a foot high, support the plants by drawing the earth up around them. ‘ Oz: 7s Black Pekin. Fruit round and solid andjet black ............2.2.2.2.2.. + $0 40 $4 00 Long Purple. Early, tardy and productive = ~).3°..d 2c ress ar ee ee 30 3 50 New York Improved. The best; very large and of fine quality. ........... 50 5.00 Endive : Pe. xe Endive. Endivie. Endivia. One ounce will sow one hundred and fifty feet of drill. Sow in any ordinary dry soil, in drills one foot apart, covering lightly. When the plants are about two inches high, thin to about twelve inches in the row. When the plants have attained full size, gather up the leaves, tying together at the tips. This excludes the air from the inner leaves, which, in the course of three or four weeks. will become beau- tifully blanched. Ges: Th. Broad-leaved Batavian. A large summer variety; very productive, and one of the best. $0 10 $1 oo Green: Cutled-~_Sestior zeneral use;.yery. ornamental . 1.) iGo es. eee lla Be silts IO 100 White Gurled. -Sintlar to"above; pale sréen foliage . 4.0. #2 Oe 20 I 50 Kale or Borecole Chou vert Frise. Blatterkohl. Cod. One ounce will produce three thousand plants. With the exception of sea kale, the varieties under this heading are treated as directed for cabbage, and transplanted from the seed beds to the ground, allowing two feet between each. Sow sea kale in drills one foot apart, and, when ready, transplant the roots, allowing two and a half feet between each. Dwarf German Green Curled. (Dwarf Curled Scotch Kale.) Dwarf compact grower; densely crisped green leaves, tender and delicate in flavor; makes excellent greens for Oz. Lb. WiteE ames SEIT INGO ec kn a a a eee RM ete nls Adonis ley Se ea Dwarf Brown or Purple. Similarto the preceding except incolor. ......... IO I oo Sea Kale. A splendid vegetable when blanched and eaten as asparagus ........ 25. 2-50 Kohl-rabi (Turnip-Rooted Cabbage.) Chou Rave. Kohlrabi. Colinabo. One ounce will produce twenty-five hundred plants. Sow in rows eighteen inches apart, afterwards thinning to eight or ten inches. When young, Kohl-rabi is a delicate and palatable vegetable, and is very popular in Germany and other countries of Europe, where it is more generally used than in America. Early Purple Vienna. A favorite and successful table sort; largely Oz. Lb. grown ROPER Cee re eae ht Be MELTS SAN Cptael eatin SRE Early White Vienna. The best variety, tender white flesh; very popular where known Pe LHe 34ks +e tapas tetrad: vase eh Reaeaba es 2 she 25.2 ae Large White or Green. Excellent variety for farm culture; finds WHITE VIENNA a ready sale in the vegetable markets ...,.........4 15 150 KOHL-RABI. Leek Potrean. Lauch. Pueryo. One ounce will sow one hundred feet of drill. Succeeds best in a light rich soil. Sow in drills one inch deep and one foot apart; when six or eight inches high transplant in rows ten inches apart and set deep, so as to blanch as much of the neck as possible. 2. Pie American Large Flag. Of strong, vigorous growth; the best ofall ......... $0 20 $1 50 Giant Carentan. A favorite European sort, of mild flavor .............. 20 I 50 Large Rouen. Grows to large size; hardy and of excellent quality .......... 20 1 50 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. SAN FRANCISCO. ae Lettuce Laitue. Lattich. Lechuga. i * One ounce will sow two hundred feet of drill, and produce about two thousand plants. Sow thinly in rows one foot apart, and thin out to eight to twelve inches apart. To produce handsome heads, crisp and tender; a very rich, moist soil is necessary; give plenty of water and keep the soil thoroughly cultivated. Ifsown every two or three weeks, lettuce may be had the entire season. Alaska. Of medium size, with solid heart, the outer leaves fluted and curled, and shading from green to golden yellow, giving it a very at- tractive appearance; of delicious flavor, tender and crisp; does not 2 = run to seed as rapidly as other va- = ————— rieties, but remains fit fortablea Oz. Lb. ALASKA LETTUCE. long; TIME). soccer ponmeod sania wO 20u8E 50 Curted Simpson, Black Seed. Superior variety, twice the size of the white seeded NUUTLC RACES ie EEA) ETA SEINGRI NS oH cs incl ae phn Saute preyed by tite Bah wae Abe aee al wegeeh QaPtt ARARY cone 15 I oO Curled Simpson, White Seed. Beautifully curled; tender, crisp... . Mh 151 OO Deacon. Makes solid heads of excellent flavor, and remains in condition for use a long time; the heart is of the most beautiful cream yellow and delicious rich and buttery PRERNGNG < 20 € =) AND-PLANT CO One ounce will plant eighty hills; two pounds will plant an acre. A light, warm, rich soil is essen- Sis ra WV. 4 makes the fruit mature early. Banana. Resembles a banana in shape and flavor and attains a length of one and a half to two feet; flesh very thick, ofa sal- mon color and pleasing flavor .... nquet. Well named, as we know of no red-fleshed melon that approaches this in delicious flavor; it is of fairly good size, distinct and beautiful in appearance, and : == may well be-called the best. . ..... MUSK MELON, DELMONICO, hampion Market, or Starin’s Favorite. Quite distinct, being a perfect globe in shape and densely netted; thick flesh, light green in color and of rich, sweet favor ... . bu. d ! : > Columbus. This new melon is strikingly distinct in shape, color and general markings. The beautiful buff skin is covered with a very thick, whitish netting; the flesh is light green, very solid and thick, even at the blossom end, leaving only a small seed cavity. The melons never burst open at either end, hence they can be safely shipped long dis tances in barrels and boxes. Its attractive appearance insures ready sale on the market, while its good table qualities will sustain continued demand. It ripens with the Hack- ensack, is a heavy yielder and long.keeper. The vines are strong and thrifty, and the melons, even if left on the vines a week after they are ripe and are ready to pick, still retain their good quality .. Wn tS Maes RE i: deity Delmonico. The fruit is large, oval, heavily netted and thick meated; flesh a beautiful Gralee pisks tet aieeNCIOnS sot . . . -. . .. 4” sabe eee Juste. tepid Emerald Gem. Early and of superior flavor and quality; the flesh is light red or salmon, thick, juicy and luscious in Oz. Lb. faut. At Se ee + Be ee = FO 10 Fo Ge Extra Early Hackensack. Fullyten days earlier than the old variety, but almost equal in size; very productive, averag- ing five to six melons on the vine; hand- somely netted and of excellent flavor . IO 60 Improved Orange Christiana. Very ~ early, delicious; bright orange flesh . 10 75 Jenny Lind. Small early; green-fleshed MARMASSE 7 eg ee Se eee IO 75 Large Yellow Cantaioupe. Anoldstand- ard and stillvery popular ...... 10 60 Melrose. One of the best for home or market use; oval in shape, handsome in appearance, with solid green flesh of a pale green color and good flavor. . IO | On Nutmeg. Densely netted, deeply ribbed; green-fleshed variety aa emee: c Osage, or Miller’s Cream. An egg-shaped variety grow- ing to a medium size; skin thin, of a dark green color and well netted; flesh of a salmon pink color, remark- ably sweet and spicy in flavor, extremely thick and delicious to, the rind J j_isTece os ace ein — > —— cS << Mv sae) Shumway’s Giant. Of enormous size but entirely free ihe of the rank flavor so often found in large melons; flest salmon colored, thick, fine grained, of delicious fiavor, sugary and melissa te ve na tee es OSAGE OR MILLER’S CREAM Skillman’s Netted. One of the best early melons grown; - MUSK MELON. of smaii size, flesh light green, very thick and sweet . All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where notcda. tial for this crop. Plant in hills six feet apart each way, using six to eight seeds in the hill. After all danger of de- struction by bugs is over, thin out to three plants to a hill; when about one foot long pinch off the tips to make them branch. This strengthens the growth of the vines, and Oz. $o 10 $0 65 10 75 Io 60 Io a Io 75 -= S MUSK MELON, EXTRA EARLY HACKENSACE. O24: « Lb: Ignotum. The earliest of the large, deep red, smooth varieties, heavy and solid. . .. $0 25 $2 50 Long Keeper. Very early and productive, free from rot and remarkable for its long- keeping qualities, 6 0 re Pek SO Se aie See ie ae oe este 25° 250 Matchless. Ofa rich cardinal red color, symmetrical in form, free from core, of good size and pleasant flavor |. 0. ...50siJ. <3 Ss Re eee ee : 20 200 New Stone. Very large and of a bright scarlet color, exceedingly solid and firm fleshed, not liable to rot; one of the (37, Ab. best shippersthere is. $0 25 $2 50 Paragon. An excellent va- riety, in great demand by canners; the flesh is solid, well colored and flavored; in season a medium early .... BO) 2 IG Perfection. Somewhat larger and fully as early as Acme, but of a hand- some blood-red color, very solid and with few Seth G |S RR ah ae 25 250 Red Cherry. A small early variety, size and shape of a cherry; used for PCR is. 0G cen, 35 Strawberry, or Ground Cherry. Known alsoas ‘‘Husk Tomato.”’ Unequaled for can- ning or preserving, and, dried in sugar, for use in fruit cake, as raisins or figs, they are Oz. Lb. unexcelled. Besides being attractive and useful, they are quite a curiosity ..... $0 35 Trophy. Large and solid, unsurpassed in flavor and productiveness; has been a standard yariety for many years. APPS ik ee Fk ne De an > ae I ee Se ee 20 $2 00 Yellow Plum. Handsome variety, skin and flesh deep yellow, used principally for pick- hing’ and preserving 0550 2s, ee Sees oe: ec se ikean tl ote eee: tee ee eee 30 All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted. 427-9 SANSOME ST.(<2") SAN. FRANCISCO, mE Turnips Navet. Ruben. Nabo. One ounce will:sow one hundred and fifty feet of drill; two pounds will sow one acre. This crop does best in highly enriched, light, sandy soil. Sow in drills from twelve to fifteen inches, and thin early to eight or nine inches apart. Have soil rich and deeply cultivated. Cardinal. Now offered for the first time. One of the best varieties to grow on hot, dry land, not running to seed like other early kinds, and remaining sweet and solid for a long season; it is of medium size, flat, with very short top “and of excellent table Oz. Lb. quality .. $o 20 Extra Early Purple-Top Milan. This has oven iS be the didinck and Handseniest flat turnip in cultivation; of medium size and flat shape, with bright purple top, pale white flesh of excellent flavor, never bitter, small top and a good ‘keeper cara ie fo 15 $1 oo Extra Early Purple-Top Munich. This handsome turnip is entirely distinct from any other variety, growing entirely aboveground; pure white, with a pant purplish-red top and few leaves, flesh fine and of good flavor when YOURS sg): Woe. 7:5 Golden Ball, or Orange Jelly. Very handsome, rich, pale-yellow flesh, unsurpassed for excellent table qualities ... pee ia ry 10 60 Red-Top Strap Leaf. A popular variety of eeceliene. flavor and rapid rowiee. gt ayeo 19» "50 White Egg. Skin and flesh of snowy whiteness, sweet, firm and fine grained; excellent either for early or latesowing .. . PRM Le We 3. ent eat late eae 10 60 White Flat Dutch. Very early, white Aceh shlid and mild” Sr yak Ke) 59 White French, or Rock. Grows toa large size, good for either ble: or He eee and mild flavored SEs tir sah AAT Sik ENN | 8 Hiro 3 ik 10 60 Yellow Aberdeen. Good ener rarelie = grown n for seek vanes eat A Spe Nis Ke) 50 Yellow Stone. The best yellow-fleshed variety for table use; delicious HGality » ULAR fe) 75 Ruta-Baga Improved American. The standard aie, solid flesh of superior quality; good for Oz. Lb. table or stock ... aE ORE Ey RED TI GES, Tite erage Laing’s Improved. Figndseee era aie eer cient eee. oh MA cathe Bie eck ch ah can oe ceits ite) 60 Skirving’s Purple Top. A first-rate variety and keeps well... 2... 2... wee 10 60 Herbs and [ledicinal Plants No garden is complete without a few aromatic herbs for flavoring soups, etc., and care should be taken to harvest them properly. Theyshould be cut just before they come into full blossom, and should be cured by being tied in bunches and hung up or spread thinly on a floor where they will dry quickly. This class of plants does best in mellow, and not-too rich soil. The best general directions for sowing are to cover the seeds about twice their own thickness; when up, thin the plants out so that they may have sufficient light and air, and not be so crowded as to get drawn and unhealthy. Varieties with a * are perennials. Packer, Oz Packet. Oz. Packet. Oz. Pisem eri... pO O05 $1 OO | *Henbane .'. ... $0 05 fo 20 ||“ Saffron *.- . Hs 05 $o 15 ee 05 30 *Hop: i: nee.) 05 20°- 2Savera” 05 20 PrCieNepsneves 4) (!02-: 05 20 *Horehound. . . 05 30 Summer Savory , 05 20 yh igtats 0 oo i 05 15 Hyssop? o4 oe. “rs 05 30 Sweet Basil .. . 05 20 *Caraway . . 05 fe) Lavender .')+* +2 05 20 | Sweet Marjoram . 05 25 Catnip or Catmint 05 40 | *Pennyroyal. . . ite) 60 PAVING ve oy Fu ie 05 4O Corander t*)..°5%. 05 Io | Pot Marigold .. 05 15 *Winter Savory. . 05 30 1D Me es On 05 To.) iy FRosemany © /204- 05 50 *Wormwood .. 05 35 *Fennel . . . . 05 15 fRue;. Sak 05 20 Good, strong plants of Feader Sage and ivi: 5c each; 50c per dozen; $3.50 per 100. Tarragon, or Estragon. (Artemisia dracunclus.) Tarragon seldom, if ever, gives fertile seeds, but is ordinarily reproduced by division of the roots. Originally from Southern Europe, it is thoroughly appreciated by all who know it for the use of its aromatic leaves in seasoning or salads, also for ar- ragon vinegar. The foliage, if cut in autumn, can be kept in a dry state the same as other herbs. Easily grown, but succeeds best in a rather warm, dry situation. At the low price at which we offer the plants, this desirable herb should find a place in every garden. Strong roots, 20c each; $2.00 per dozen. All seeds can be had in 5-cent packets except where noted, RM SUNSET SEED js) AND PLANT CO. | MISCELLANEOUS AGRICULTURAL SEEDS, ETC. Australian Salt Bush (Atriplex Semibaccatum ). Such excellent results have attended the experi- ments with this plant during the past two years, that it is safe to predict that its value cannot be overstated. On the grounds of the State Univer- sity it has been tested, leaving no doubt as to its utility. In the San Joaquin Valley, in Los Angeles County, and elsewhere in this State, it has been handled intelligently, and with the most gratifying results, put to the severest test on both ‘“‘black’”’ and ‘‘white’’ alkali lands, so strongly impregnated with the salts as to be regarded as utterly worthless. While the plant will grow in any soil that will sustain any other kind of vegetation, yet its greatest productiveness, so far as known, has been on strong alkaliland. See also page 3 of cover. Price, 25c per packet. Alfilaria (Erodium cicutarium). A valuable forage plant belonging to Wild Geranium family, grows about two feet high, is highly nutritious and makes an excellent hay, as much relished by stock as when in the green state. Price, per lb., $1.00. waivers ‘g 2 = eT Seee e AUSTRALIAN SALT BUSH Lb. 100 lbs. Lb. roo Ibs.. Broom Corn, Improved Evergreen go 10 $8 00 | Millet,GermanorGolden ... . $0 10 $ 6 co Buckwheat, Japanese... id«.:i«n. 10 800 ‘© PearlorEgyptian .... 25 20 00 = Silver Hull: .° 2... 1o 700 | Sorghum,Early Amber ..... 10 6 00 Egyptian Corn, Brown ..... 10... S300 fi ce Early Orange... . Io 5 00 RS 8 i WWENGE 6 12 S255 0. 208: 10>, 5 Go &6 Halapense. Known also Esparsette or Sainfoin. A _ peren- as Arabian Evergreen Millet nial leguminous plant belonging and Johnson Grass. Remarkable to the same family as alfalfa; an for its adaptability to all kinds oi excellent forage plant for cal- soil and climate; especially de- CAreOUS SOUS Fi Pr ee Ss re 15 12 00 sirable where there is little rain- Flaxseed. “For’sowine =... “ae IO. g7o0e fall, as it will thrive for months ~ Ground. For feeding . 16 8 00 without mipistube i yey Fo 5. 15 10 00 Kaffir Corn. A non-saccharine sorg- | Sunflower, Russian Mammoth . 15 12 00 hum the stalks and blades of Tobacco, Connecticut Seed-Leaf. which cure into excellent fodder; PEt Oates. prince Pe Pens in all stages of growth avail- Tobacco, Imported Havana. Per able for greenfeed ...... If) ceo FIZ Set eee ee boa e Millet, Wiite French (95°. °.. >: 20 18 oo | Vetches or Tares . 15 9 00 Sacaline (Polygonum Sachalinense). This plant grows to the height of eight to twelve feet with an abundance of large leaves eight to ten inches in length and half as broad, which are devoured with avidity by stock. If seeds are used they should be started as is usual with tomato or cabbage seed, and the plants set out three feet apart each way. Thus planted the foliage should completely cover the ground when the plants are well established. The first cutting should be made when the stems are three to four and a half feet in height and should be cut even with the ground. If the second growth is strong enough, a second cutting may be had, but when well established three or four annual cuttings can be very safely made. Seed, toc per packet; 75c per 0z.; plants, $1.00 per doz.; $7.00 per Too. BIRD SEEDS, POULTRY FOOD, ETC. If ordered by mail ten cents per pound must be added for postage. Bird Seed, Our Celebrated [lix- Lb. 100 Ibs. ture. \WVithout doubt the cleanest Rape. Sweet German... ... $0 10 25 and best mixture in the market, 3lbs. Sunflower. Forparrots..... 15 4o and the safest to use for pet Lb. for Cuttic Fish 46006... os ee 30 birds . 2 fc. eee a). foa0: Sores | Morris Poulfry.Cure. Acsure,spre Canary. Best Sicily, recleaned. . 10 25 ventive and positive cure for all SIGMA. 417) Bhi, VY Pes 10 25 diseases of poultry. 2-lb. bx. $1.00 50 Maw (2lue Poppy)... 2... .. 20 Oyster Shells. Ground for chickens 2 0G NMaitet:; «Common -nsitethalt af; fe) 25 Washed Bird Sand. Per quart nA White French .o).5i . oe: 20 ) bie. finals cost n Wine: 10oc 5 o¢ Wright’s ‘‘Practical Poultry Keeper” isa useful book to have. By mail, prepaid, $2.00. SETI SELECTED GRASS AND CLOVER SEEDS. _For Lawns and Permanent Pastures. Freight Charges, Express Charges and Postal Charges to be Paid by Purchaser. In the following list there is briefly described the best grasses for general use. We never handle low grade or second quality grass and clover seeds, those we offer being all carefully selected of the best grades and specially recleaned to meet the demands of our critical trade. Prices given are those pre- vailing at this date (January, 1896), but, being subject to frequent market fluctuations throughout the season, purchasers of large quantities should WRITE FOR SPECIAL QUOTATIONS AND SAMPLES BEFORE PURCHASING ELSEWHERE. SAN FRANCISCO. 3r To Make a Handsome Lawn _ The ground must be well dug, raked and leveled and every semblance of a weed root removed. After the seed is sown, which should be done on a calm, dry day, rake the seed in and roll well, or, in the absence of a roller, patthe ground well with the back of a spade or shovel. Another plan is to use a good wide board and walk on it until the soil is uniformly firm. Much of the fine appearance of a lawn depends upon regularity in mowing, as, if left too long before this is done, or if when well established it is not closely mown, the stronger grasses will overgrow the weaker, thus destroying smoothness of surface and rendering the whole patchy and unsightly. For forming new lawns not less than sixty pounds of seed are required per acre, and for the renovation of old ones half that quantity will give good results. Menlo Park Lawn Grass. We devote great care to the preparation of this article, and by careful tests have proved its superiority over all other mixtures. It is composed of the very choicest selected fancy cleaned grasses, entirely free from seeds of weeds, and we can with confidence recom- mend it to those who wish their lawns to present an evergreen, carpet-like appearance. Price, per pound, 30c. For the convenience of those who require only a small quantity of seed, MENLO PARK Lawn Grass is put up in boxes containing sufficient for 300 square feet. We forward these boxes free by mail, at 25c each. Bermuda Grass (Cynodon dactylon). A valuable grass in hot countries and for fixing loose or sandy soils. It spreads rapidly and is easily propagated by dividing and planting in small clumps. The seed will not germinate in cold weather, hence April, May and September are Per lb. the best months to sow, using at the rate of ten pounds per acre. Jmportedseed. ..... $1 50 Crested Dog’s-tail (Cynxosurus cristatus). An excellent grass for hard, dry soils; of exceed- ing value also for pastures and lawns. When it is used alone, twenty-five pounds are required per acre. Wee i a ea te a ee ea cane i walle Ree ama ce coer mer. Fescue, Meadow (/estuca pratensis). An excellent pasture grass, its long slender leaves being much relished by cattle; succeeds best as a mixture with other grasses; if sown alone, forty pounds to the acre are required AMEE 56 RE EDIT As BO DRS foo SRN a cll Ia PAO ss Fescue, Sheep (esfuca ovina). Grows freely in high, dry and open pastures and should enter into the composition of all mixtures for sheep pastures, as they are very fond of this grass. If sown alone thirty-five pounds are required for an acre . LSM ee eae a Cyt teleberateee. LS ae Tas Hungarian Grass (Panicum Germanicum). A valuable annual soiling and forage plant, that grows well in almost any soil. Sow atthe rate of seventy pounds peracre. ........, Johnson Grass (Sorghum Halepense). Known also as Arabian Evergreen Millet and is one of the most valuable rapid-growing fodder plants known; on rich soil it can be cut three or four times a season; the hay is rich, juicy and tender, and relished by stock. Sow at the rate of PaaS ALE: | S80\c nA A!) SRP EN, My MAGS Ween Rete we wee manan sie denne coe scorn’ > a a Kentucky Blue Grass, Fancy Clean (70a pratensis). This is the best pasture grass for our climate and soil, and produces the most nourishing food for cattle; although it yields herbage early, it requires several years to become well established as a pasture grass. It is also a most valuable grass for the lawn, for which purpose use at the rate of sixty pounds per acre, Bit ioe pasture: tiaurty: pounds ‘peracre will DE SuMIcle ne eee ae et 25 Orchard Grass (Dactylis glomerata). The most valuable and widely known of all pasture grasses, coming earlier in the spring and remaining longer than any other; it is well adapted for sowing under trees, and valuable either for grazing or for hay. Forty pounds are required Nene RIR Ee gla SCAR. SK 2g, Pichi mite SoTe datit MATS 5 aisle OTe ea RAT ELE MeL aes a To oat oe 20 Oat Grass, Tall Meadow (Avena elatior). Recommended for mixtures for permanent pas- tures in dry, gravelly soils; produces an abundant supply of foliage and is valuable on account AO 25 25 Io of its early and luxuriant growth. Fifty pounds willsow anacre. ............ 30 Red Top (Agrostis vulgaris). A valuable permanent grass for meadows or lawns, growing in almost any soil, moist or dry, and standing heat well. Forty-five pounds to the acre. . . . 15 Red Top, Absolutely Clean. Cannot be surpassed in quality... 2... 2... 2 2, 20 fa SUNSET SEED {<2} AND “PLANT CO. GRASSES—Continued. Rye Grass, Perennial (Lolium FPerenne). A valuable grass entering largely into the composi- tion of many of the richest pastures; one of the most nutritious of the permanent grasses. Per tb. Sixty pounds for‘one ‘acre if sownialene. <.*...eo. 2% 05 +) 2 eee ee fo 15 Rye Grass, Italian (Lolium Jtalicum). Similar to the preceding, but of more rapid growth, whichis its ¢hief merit.” Pitty pounds will SoW offe acte aya. se ace ee Sweet Vernal (Anthoxanthum odoratum). We offer only the true perennial variety of this valuable grass; useful for mixing with other grasses for lawns and meadows, on account of the early growth and fragrance which the leaves emit when cut for hay. Whensown alone twenty- five pounds ‘peraere are requireds M27) ) 6) [CO AQOBRIOD GET a ee ee eee ee Timothy (Phleum pratense). Well known and extensively grown; very productive and thrives on almost any soil; on a moist clay will produce a larger crop than any other grass, From twenty-five to forty pounds are used per acre eo ae ae Se ER ee a eee Wood Meadow Grass (/oa zemoralis). A very productive and nutritious grass; thrives well in moist, shady situations or under trees. Thirty pounds are requiredfor one acre. . ... . 40 T5 60 Io Ciover Seed. Freight charges, Express charges, and Postal charges to be paid by purchaser. Alfalfa or Lucerne (Medicago sativa). Succeeds well in almost any location, and lasts for a num- ber of years; it grows two or three feet high, and the roots extend deeply into the soil, which enables it to resist the severest drought; it produces heavy crops of nutritious foliage, which Per th. may be cut three or four times a year, the best time being just when commencing to bloom . $o 15 Alsike (77ifolium hybridum). Thrives well on rich, moist soils, and yields an enormous bulk of forage very much liked by cattle; may be cut several times a season, and as an addition to mix- tures for petmanentipasiures.. has no-superior ..<. seas wee ee ee eee Crimson Clover (77i/olium incarnatum). An annual variety, but when sown early in summer in good land can be pastured without harm during the fall and winter and still make a crop of hay at the usual time. Itis a rank grower, some stools counting as many as one hundred and twenty blossoms from one seed, averaging eighteen inches in height, and rooting deep even in poor soil.. Ten to fifteen pounds of seed are required peracre........... Japan Clover (Lespedeza striata). A branching perennial, growing about twelve inches high, and in warm latitudes will do well in any soil, even during extreme drought; more nutritious than’ Red’ Clover and makes excellent hay yy wre ace al ce One I A Medium Red ( 77ifolium pratense). A well-known standard, excellent for pasturage or hay, and should be in all grass mixtures. If sown alone, ten pounds per acre are required. . . ... 15 White Dutch (7rifolium repens). A spreading perennial; valuable for pastures and lawns; it accommodates itself to a variety of soils, but prefers moist ground; is excellent food for bees 35 25 T5 Fertilizers and Flower Food We supply only high grade, reliable fertilizers, goods that we know to be as represented, and, quality considered, prices are unusually low. too Ibs. Ton. Ground Bone er eee es Spain oie poe a ae ts a Pure Guano Flour. Guaranteed to contain 48 to 50 per cent bone phosphate (the same as pure ‘bone meal) and 14 percent ammonia ..... 4.4... ). je ewe le Ste ed 1, A Lawn Fertilizer. This is a clean, dry and fine fertilizer, and can be sown either by hand or machine. It is free from all strong odor, and being a complete fertilizer is fit for all kinds of grasses. Never use stable manure on a lawn or it will cost you more to weed it than it does to fertilize it. For anew lawn use from 800 to 1,500 lbs. per acre; harrow in before sowing the seed. To renovate an old lawn, half that quantity will do, or for small lawns use from 3 to 5 lbs. for too square feet. 10-lb. bags, 75c; 100- IDO DASS, P75 oe akan cee my cals in’ ie ape ehh 9 Le SSP ae eit ee ate Rose Fertilizer. Especially suited for roses, shrubbery and the flower garden. Roses fed on this fertilizer will be strong, healthy and vigorous, and will be better enabled to withstand disease and attacks of all kinds of mildew, fungi, insects, etc. It is just the food to brighten up the leaves and make perfect buds and roses. Scatter over the surface of the ground after irrigation, at the rate of 5 lbs. for 100 square feet; and work in the soil as soon as possible thereafter. Per 1o-lb. bags, 75c; 1oo-lb. bags. . . . 3 50 Bowker’s Flower Food. This is not a stimulant, but a perfect food for plants, in a concentrated form. It produces healthy foliage, abundant, rich and bright-colored blossoms, and prolongs the period of blossoming. Full directions for using are in each package. A package by mail, postpaid, 50c. If you are specially interested in manures, you should read ‘‘How Crops Grow,’’ by Prof. Samucl W. Johnson, and ‘‘How Crops Feed,’’ by the same author. Either book mailed free for $2.00. 427-9 SANSOME ST. Miscellaneous Horticutural Requisites. RUBBER SPRINKLER, $1.25 EACH. Each Bellows. Powder. Large . AM $1 00 ys is Stall sete seas aera. 75 ss IMUNOIZST Rg (hele. han are p Gtiert «debian BOG Dibbers. Iron... apigie 4o Forks. Digging or Spading, 4 tines . Ht aha 90 Garden Lines. Finest braided, 75 ft. .. . 50 Garden Pencils. Indelible black. . . 15 Grafting Wax. 71b., 15c; 21b., 25¢; 1 Ib. 50 Hoes. Draw or Field, 5 to 8 in. Hi28C tO. veo oy Scuffle or Push, 5 to oF INF. 7 OFC 1Onn (G0 Knives. Budding. . i EIROO: tO LT 250 . Pruning « 75CrtO. nk t50 Per 1,000, Labels. Wooden— Plain Painted. Pot CG AUD oo Ae deere ore outro COu ZO xnaielo OO e 5 in OO ee AO ay nt 6 in, Wears er 5O Per too. ss oh 8 in Sire, ee POWAOe e050 a: Setite Teen rap yavanna SO, 70 Per 1,000. Tree or Plant, copper wired, 35 in. . $1 50 Se enotched oun. 175 Each. Lawn Rakes. Steel wire. . . $0 75 Mole Traps. Olmsted’s improved mit I 75 Moss. For florists’ use; toc. per Ib.; per 100 Ibs. 6 00 33 Plant Stakes. Round, tapering, painted green— Per doz. Per x00. @\Teiegree a ae Ra? fo 30 $ 2 oo hipaa ee (tC ard ud 75) >. OF OG ak Tea ames Fram SUR eS tie I 00 7 00 Eber ree ale Rodda Pal Day Petele 125 (ole) 6 ft. 50 00 Unpainted, ‘made from Red- wood, 5 ft. long, 1 in. square, per doz., 50c; per 100 shee 3 00 Raffia. For Grima nate! superior to twine. ach. Permlb. 5 25C.°ns) loseton sy $1 oo Rakes— Steel, garden, handled, 6teeth .... 40 ia9 6 8 ce ce ce ims to (¢ 45 ie | ie cc (¢ 5° ‘6 “< “ i ‘6 ee oe “ “ RGM CUA pape Ce a Scissors, Flower gathering . I 25 Scythes. Lawn, 30 to 38 in. . ehiak PID ASO Scythe Stones. Round Talacvendt kf ais a 25 Shears. Pruning, solid steel, 75 in. I 50 ce “6 if $ in rs ims ¢ c¢ c¢ 9} in. 2 00 Shovels. Best cast steel . . $I 00 to I 25 Spades: Best quality, square ‘point, long or short handle; ...... I 00 Sprinklers. Rubber, for sprinkling cut flowers, seedlings, clothes, etc. ... 1 25 Syringes. Brass, of superior ‘manufacture, highly finished... . . $2 00 to 600 Tinfoil. For florists’ use, perlb. . Wes ete 15 Trowels. Solid shank, cast steel, very StLOns ae Aiea ye! | Ged aire ating Sale 50 Watering Pots. French model, galvan- ized iron . 6 qts., $1 50; 8 qts., 2 oo Weeders. °vExcelsion ny 0 (ee aw. 15 LANG’S HAND. Insecticides. Fir Tree Oil. parasites and insects. Per pint, $1.00. Fir Tree Oil Soap. A most useful article to have about the house. The best insecticide for indoor use on all plants; is also a valuable remedy for animal By its use you can keep your plants free from all insects, your dogs free from fleas, your poultry free from lice, and keep the skin of your horse healthy and make him shine. by mail, 35c. Gishurst’s Compound. Grape Dust. gooseberries, roses, etc. Kill’m Right. known to gardeners, florists, and fruit growers. Slug Shot. animals. 5-lb. pkg., 50c. Tobacco Stems. black aphis, greenfly and other insects. One ounce makes one gallon. ° A certain remedy for greenfly, scale, mealy bug, etc. (Hammond’s.) A non-poisonous powder for the remedy of mildew and rot on grapes, Per 5-lb. package, 5oc. (Von poisonous.) Will not harm the tenderest plant and will kill any kird of insect 2-lb. cans, 50¢; A cheap, popular and effective insecticide, easily applied and not injurious or dangerous to -lb. tins, 25c each; Per box, 5oc. 1o-lb. cans, $2.25. Indispensable for the fumigation of greenhouses, etc., and for the destruction of Per bale of about 250 lbs., $3.50. Whale Oil Soap. Excellent wash for trees and plants to prevent insects from lodging in the bark, and for smearing on the trunks of trees to prevent worms from crawling up. Per 1-lb. tin, 20c; in bulk, in quantities of to lbs. and over, toc per Ib. ~ Wa 6©SUNSET SEED Sweet Peas—Our Specialty. Originators in the United States of the growing on a large scale of Sweet Peas for seed, we are grat- ified to announce that, notwithstanding the demoralization of prices induced by irresponsible growers who were glad to get any price, however low, from such catalogue seedsmen as would patronize them. we have been steadily favored with orders from those of the large dealers who are critical of quality and desire to offer in their catalogues the most carefully grown Sweet Peas obtainable. We take this occasion to thank the seed trade of the United States, Europe and the Antipodes for their kind patronage and appreciation of our work, as well as to congratulate them upon the discrimination shown in placing their orders with us. Not for one moment have we relaxed diligence in the skillful cultivation and improve- ment of each one of the worthy varieties of Sweet Peas. We have a trained culturist who has made this subject a study for years, and his experience in this line of work is devoted not only to growing to perfection the known varieties, but also developing new ones, detailed information concerning which latter we shall at a later period give to the public, for whom we have Sweet Pea surprises in store. Sweet Peas attain in California a perfection almost unheard of in other parts of the world, the size, color and texture of the flowers, the vigor of growth and freedom of flowering, being truly remarkable. In addition, the vitality of California-grown seed is from 30 to 60 per cent higher than that of the best eastern or English grown. These, with many additional advantages, first induced us to become Sweet Pea specialists. We know the public will rejoice to have placed within their reach in our present catalogue the delectable feast of gaiety which will be revealed to them after planting and nurturing the magnificent novelties and choice varieties enumerated on these Sweet Pea pages. We offer all good novelties, and have made it a point to overlook all alleged novelties that are better omitted from our list. In view of the offering by various seedsmen of what were represented to be double-flowering vari- eties of Sweet Peas, it is but proper to state that in ovr careful experiments none of the kinds offered have so far proved reliably double. We have, however, for several years been at work on this line and have confidence that the time will come when we shall be able to offer in a fxed/y double-flowering Sweet Pea many varieties and of colors up to the present time not even mentioned by the trade. Plant the seed in good garden soil from October to April, at intervals, for succession. Do not allow them to suffer for water, and give some slight support. Cut the flower spikes freely, as the maturing of seeds greatly shortens the blooming season. Novelties. (For latest American Sweet Pea Introductions, see page 8.) ea = — S=—S—SSSSSS=====S—s New Dwarf Sweet Pea ‘‘Cupid.’’ The only dwarf Sweet Pea ever known. The foliage is very dark green; blossoms pure waxy-white, ») of unequaled substance, and fully as large as ‘‘Emily Henderson.’? The plant does not grow over 5 inches high, and never more than 12 to 15 inches in diameter. The stems are about 4 inches long, bearing two or three blossoms, all very near the end of the stem. It is a wonderfully free bloomer and begins to flower as early as May, and continues until November. Regular-sized packets of 20 seeds, 25c each, or 5 pkts. for $1.00; half-size packets of 10 seeds, 15¢c each; 2 for 25 cents; 10 pkts. for $1.00. 427-8 SANSOME ST.(“*") SAN FRANCISCO. kh Sweet Pea—‘‘Celestial.”’ (See illustration on page 8.) A novelty obtained by four years’ careful cross-fertilization of the well-known variety ‘‘Senator,’’ by which a new, valuable and constant color has been added to the Sweet Pea family. Sweet Pea ‘Celestial’ is of very robust growth, remarkably large flowering and very floriferous. The flowers, freely borne on slender stalks, are of a wonderfully tender aerial blue, a color not previously represented among Sweet Peas. In the morning and toward evening the freshness and purity of this tender hue are es- pecially grateful and charming, while on sunny days a light blush suffuses them. Anyone see- ing a row of them would immediately realize how admirably their name ‘‘Celestial’’ describes their loveliness. Words fail to give an adequate -idea of the soft delicacy of their tinting. Per pkt., roc. Sweet Pea—<‘‘ Katherine Tracy.”’ Perfect in form, unsurpassed in Size and exquisitely beautiful in color, well describes what promises to be the finest pink sweet pea ever introduced. Although of large size and bold outline, it is yet a most graceful flower, of such splendid substance as to retain its perfec- tion of form much longer than most sorts. The color is soft, but brilliant pink of precisely the same shade in wings and standard, retaining its brilliancy to the last, fading Jess than any other pink variety. The stems are strong, excep- tionally long and bear two or three blooms each, so gracefully poised that when cut they create admiration wherever seen. In practical use- fulness this variety is greatly superior to many large flowering sorts of recent introduction. Its large open flower, soft but brilliant color, and effectiveness as a cut flower, will make it the favorite with the florist and the public, while its qualities as an exhibition flower cannot be too SWEET PEA—“ KATHERINE TRACY.” highly commended. Per pkt., roc. Sweet Pea—‘‘America.”’ There is no Sweet Pea now in existence which compares with this new variety in distinctiveness, It has a wide, finely-marked blotch of scarlet on pure white ground, with some scarlet veinings toward the edges of both the standard and the wings of the flower. The only variety which could be considered an approach to it in marking is Gaiety, which, however, has smaller stripes which are a light pale red. This new pea is sure to take a permanent place in mak- ing up any assortment of Sweet Peas because of its striking combination of colors. Per pkt., roc. Sweet Pea—‘‘Extra Early Blanche Ferry.’’ This is the earliest Sweet Pea in cultivation, being in full bloom two weeks before any other variety. Of dwarf habit and extremely floriferous throughout the entire season. It is of great practical use to the florist because of its splendid forcing and selling qualities. It is equally valuable in the garden, for it will not fail to reward the efforts of even inexperienced amateurs with an abundance of flowers both ear- lier and for a longer period than can be obtained from any other variety. The flowers all have the bright contrast of color which has made the old Blanche Ferry so popular, the wings being nearly white, while the standard is deep rose pink, becoming more intense near the base. Every wide-awake, pro- vressive florist should plant largely of this sort, for it has absolutely no rival for forcing. Per pkt., 10c. Sweet Peas—General List. Five cents per packet, or your choice of 25 packets for o1e dollar. Adonis. Regular form; rosy-pink laced with deeper rose; poor substance and small size; black seed. Alba [Magnifica. Semi-expanded form; a very good strain of pure white. Apple Blossom. The standards bright pinkish-rose, the wings blush, a beautiful shade of Apple Blossom; very pretty and dis- tinct. ) ) Blanche Ferry. Standards bright rose-pink; wings white, contrasting well with standard, frequently showing a delicate lacing of pink; free bloomer. Blushing Beauty. Large hooded form; soft pink, suffused with lilac; a superb flower, a distinct and lovely variety. Blushing Bride. Delicate pink shaded with deep rose. d Boreatton. Splendid, deep, dark maroon blossoms. One of the most distinct varieties, with largest flowers. Bronze King. Very novel and unique. Standard of a curious terra-cotta tint, supposed to be bronze; wings ivory white. Very attractive. ) Butterfly. Hooded form; ground color of standard is white, edged and shaded with blue; standards are notched. Captain of the Blues. Noble flower; standards purple-mauve; wings pale blue. Captain Clark, or Tricolor. White; standard penciled and flushed with carmine; wings blue-edged. e Cardinal. Bright shining crimson-scarlet; superb variety. Carmen Sylva. Regular form; standards purplish carmine shading lighter; wings pale blue with a shading of rose at the throat. Countess of Radnor. Pale mauve or lavender, the most chaste and lovely variety. Crown Princess of Prussia. Light blush opening with salmon standards. Delight. White, crested with crimson. Dorothy Tennant. Pucy violet, or rosy-mauve; very distinct and beautiful. Duchess of Edinburgh. Scarlet, flushed with crimson; very pleasing. Duchess of York. White, deeply barred and striped with delicate pinkish-purple; a very pleasing shade of color und a large flower of perfect form. Duke of Clarence. Rosy-claret, of deep, rich hue, and large size. Duke of York. The standard is bright rosy-pink with a primrose tint on it. The wings are primrose tinted white, and it isa distinct fine variety. Eliza Eckford. Standards pretty hue of rose, the back of the standards having each a flake of deep rose and tinted with the same, the wings delicately striped with rose; a very pretty and attractive variety. . Emily Eckford. A superb flower ofa well-marked cerulean tint, the standards suffused with reddish mauve, closely approach- ing a true blue; a desirable variety, large and of good substance. Emily Henderson. Clear pure white; very early bloomer. Empress of India. Clear rosy-pink standards and white wings, large and very pleasing. Fairy Queen. White, with fine lines of carmine on the standard. Very pretty for contrast. Firefly. A self-colored intense, growing crimson, good size and substance, a very free bloomer. Gaiety. The standards white, striped, and flaked with bright rosy-lilac; the wings delicate blush. Grand Blue. Pure blue wings, slightly shaded mauve; standard deep, rich purple, touched with rose. Her Majesty. A beautiful, soft, rosy-pink self, very large, showy, handsome, distinct; a flower difficult to describe, y2ry grand. Ignea. Crimson, scarlet standards, wings pale scarlet, flushed with purple, very bright and effective. Indigo King. Maroon standards, clear indigo blue wings. Invincible Scarlet. Intense shining crimson-scarlet, covering the vines with a profusion of bloom. Isa Eckford. Creamy-white, suffused with rosy-pink. Lady Beaconsfield. Salmon standards tinted with rose, the wings pale yellow, very distinct and beautiful. Lady Penzance. Pale but very bright rose, exquisite color, very striking and distinct, a most chaste and lovely flower. Lemon ape eae Delicate blush-pink standards tinted with lemon, with blush almost white wings, a very pleasing light variety, large, grand. F Lottie Eckford. The reverse of the standards deep mauve, paler on the surface, the wings white beaded with soft mauve. Meteor. Ihe standards very bright orange-salmon. The wings delicate pink with slight veins of purple, a flower possessing rare novelty, very rich. Miss Hunt. Pale carmine, salmon standards, with soft pink wings; very pretty indeed. Monarch. Bronzy-crimson standards, with rich deep blue wings, a very large and striking variety. Mrs. Eckford. Large, handsome, self-colored flower, of the finest substance, color a peculiarly shaded primrose, exquisite, a great acquisition. Mrs. Jos. Chamberlain. White, striped and flaked heavily with bright rose, a charming flower, fine form, very striking and oretty. rirs! Gladstone. Delicate pink standards; the-wings blush, edged with delicate pink; a singularly pretty and pleasing variety. ‘irs. Sankey. Pure white, a large, bold flower; a fine improvement on all other whites; very grand. Nellie Jaynes. White and light pink. , Novelty. Orange-rose standards, the wings delicate mauve, lightly margined with rose, very bright. Orange Prince. Bright orange-pink, flushed with scarlet; very distinct and beautiful. Ovid. Thestandards and wings bright rosy-pink margined with rose, a very pleasing flower, a great gem. Painted Lady. Regular form; standards bright rosy-pink, wings white. Peach Blossom. Salmon-pink standards, the wings soft pink, very pleasing indeed. Primrose. A near approach toa Yellow Sweet Pea, quite novel and distinct in color. Princess Beatrice. A beautiful rosy-pink, very pretty. Princess Louise. Pink standards, wings deep lilac. Princess May. New pale heliotrope or lavender. Princess Victoria, Standards dark cerise, the wings mauve-pink and slight lines of rose, very attractive. Princess of Wales. A lovely variety shaded and striped mauve, on white ground. Purple Prince. Maroon standards, shaded with bronze and purple-blue wings; very fine and distinct. Queen of England. White, of large size and good substance. Queen of the Isles. Scarlet with white stripes. Charmingly mottled, not large but handsome. Red and White Striped. Rising Sun. Standards embrace a curious mixture of orange and rose shaded, splashed and spotted carmine, wings pale rose, shading off to blush. Royal Robe. Delicate pink standards, the wings soft blush-pink, a lovely flower, an exquisite variety. Senator. A large bold flower, finely expanded standards, shaded and striped chocolate on creamy ground. Splendor. Color rich bright pinkish-rose, shaded with crimson; flowers large and of the finest form. Stanley. Deep maroon self, large, very handsome, distinct, beautiful flower, of the finest form. The Queen. Rosy-pink shaded with light mauve. , Venus. Salmon-buff: the standards delicately shaded rosy-pink; a very distinct and charming flower. Vesuvius. Standards shading into violet, with crimson spots; wings clear blue. Violet Queen. Standard deep mauve; wings light violet. Waverly. Rosy-claret shaded standards, pale blue wings shaded with rose, very distinct. New Large Fiowered Mixed. SELECT = FLOWER = SEEDS. Embracing all the [lost Popular Varieties. lI ANNUALS grow, bloom and die the first year from seed. BIENNIALS bloom the second year Jrom seed, and then die; though many, if sown early in the spring, will flower the first year. PEREN- VIALS usually bloom the second year from seed, and continue to grow and bloom for many years; some will alse bloom the first year if sown early. Abutilon. Easily raised from seed and flower | Amaranthus. Very ornamental plants, some beautifully the first season, bearing a_ rich producing large panicles of showy flowers, profusion of elegant bell-shaped flowers. others brilliant-colored foliage. Pkt; Toc. —Caudatus (Love-Lies-Bleeding). Long red Adlumia cirrhosa. An attractive climber with panicles. Pkt., 5c. beautiful feathery foliage and rose-colored | —Salicifolius (Fountain Plant). Willow-like foli- flowers. Pkt., roc. age. Pkt., 5c. —Tricolor (Joseph's Coat). Yellow, red and green Ageratum. Suitable and effective plants for bed- foliage. Pkt., sc diny and cut flowers, mixed colors. Pkt., 5c. —Choice Mixed. Pkt., 5c Agrostemma, mixed. Pretty, free-blooming | Antirrhinum (Sxapdragon). Showy perennials, hardy plants growing about a foot high. Pkt., bearing beautiful spikes of gay-colored flow- 5c. ers; all colors mixed. Pkt., 5c. Aquilegia (Columbine). Highly ornamental Alyssuin, sweet. Free-flowering and very fra- plants with curiously formed flowers of strik- grant; useful for edgings and rock work. ing and beautiful colors; mixed colors. PE: Picts 5c. 5c; Asters. No garden is complete without a few of these popular and effective flowers. While most easy of culture there is no flower which combines so much beauty and variety of color and shape as the im- proved strains of aster. Fora late summer or fall display they have no successful rival. Give them a rich soil and in hotédry weather they should be mulched and well watered. Aster—-Semple’s new Chrysanthemum-flowered. This new strain of American-grown asters has been by careful selection brought to a high degree of excellence, and is to-day the best variety for the amateur and florist to grow. The plants are of branching habit, from two to three feet in height, producing from twenty to twenty-five large, perfect flowers from four to six inches in diameter on stems from ten to twenty-four inches in length. The flowers are perfect, with broad, long petals which are curled so much as to give the blooms the appearance of a chrysanthemum. One of the great advantages of this aster is its late blooming, coming in flower when other asters are over, and at atime when other flowers are scarce, and is just the flower to fillin with. Pkt., 25c. —Comet. A beautiful and distinct variety, with | Aster—Snowball or White Princess. This is long, wavy and twisted petals, resembling the the first variety of an entirely new class, which Japanese chrysanthemums; well-grown plants from the build of its flowers is as beautiful as it producing from twenty-five to thirty perfectly is distinct. They are composed of short, very double flowers measuring from three to four thickly set imbricated petals, half globular in inches in diameter. Mixed, pkt., roc. form, and of the purest white. Pkt., r5c. —Giant Emperor. Flowers of great size, fine | —_Truffaut’s Pzony-fiowered Perfection. One form and brilliant color; mixed colors. Pkt., | of the most perfect; large flowers; petals beau- Ioc. | tifully incurved—mixed colors. Pkt., oc. —liignon, Similar in habit to Victoria, but the | Crimson, white and pink, each, per pkt., 15c. flowers are smaller, beautifully imbricated; —Victoria. The finest class of Asters; for size, pure white, and a very perfect form; one of range of color and profusion of bloom it is un- the finest white asters for cutting. Pkt., 15c. surpassed: mixed colors. Pkt., roc. —Quilled German. Perfectly double, tube or | : ; : ; { ecaillshe ed flowers; Sena for ’ bouquets; |—Washington. This splendid variety is the oe d - rs. Pkt 5C largest Aster grown, bearing flowers four to Rozen Finwexed Pyramidal robust habit five inches in diameter, very double, mixed regularly imbricated; variously colored, large, colors. Pkt., Ioc, very double, brilliant flowers. Pkt., roc. —Choice Mixed. Pkt., 5c. Balloon Vine. Ornamental,rapid-growing climber, remarkable chiefly as having an inflated mem- braneous capsule, from which it derives its common name. Pkt., 5c. Balsam (Zady’s Slipper). An old and favorite garden flower, producing its gorgeous masses of beautiful, brilliant-colored double flowers in the greatest profusion; of easy culture. Pict. Ser, Brachycome (Swan River Daisy). Beautiful tree- flowering plants covered with a profusion of Cineraria-like flowers; very effective for edg- ings; mixed colors. Pkt., 5c. Browallia. Pretty plants for bedding purposes, furnishing an abundance of strikingly beautiful flowers. Pkt., Ioc. Calceolaria hybrida grandiflora. An ornamental plant, producing a mass of beautiful pocket- like flowers early in the spring, anda universal favorite for decorating the greenhouse or con- servatory. Pkt., 25c. Calendula. Showy, free-flowering annuals, de- serving a place in every garden. —Iteteor. Yellow striped with orange. Pkt., 5c. Calliepsis or Coreopsis. Handsome and showy plants, with numerous flowers of all shades of yellow, orange, and gold, with a dark velvety center; of easy culture and rapid growth, and does well in any garden. COREOPSIS JAPONICA, PLANT.CO. AND: Calliopsis Japonica. A new very bushy growing sort from Japan, with narrow leaves; flowering abundantly from June to autumn. It is one of the best of its class. The canary-yellow flowers rise above and all around the bushy plant. Pk, 25c. —Lanceolata (New Golden Coreopsis). One of the most showy varieties, forming tall plants two to three feet high, and bearing in great profusion for a long period during the summer large flowers of bright golden yellow. Pkt., roc. —llixed. Pkt., 5c. Camellia. Saved from alarge collection of choice varieties. sPEt..15c. Campanula (Ze// lower). Very attractive plants, with pretty bell-shaped flowers; of very easy cultivation; mixed. Pkt., 5c. Canary Bird Vine. A rapid-growing climbing annual, growing Io to 15 feet high. It will cover trellis work in the most graceful manner, producing hundreds of its pretty fringed, bright yellow flowers, which resemble a canary bird with expanded wings. Pkt., 5c. Candytuft. Favorite plant of the easiest culture, useful for growing in beds or masses; mixed. Piet 5e: —Crimson. Pkt., 5c. —Empress. Pure white. Pkt., roc. —White Rocket. White. Pkt., 5c. Canna, Crozy’s Dwarf. Highly orna- mental plants with massive foliage terminated by racemes of bright-col- ored flowers. Pkt., roc. Canterbury Belis, Single Mixed. Beau- tiful large, bell-shaped flowers; hand- some for border or pot culture. Pir; 5c —Double [lixed. All the finest double varieties. Pkt.»5c. Carnations, A magnificent class of popular favorites, most of which are deliciously fragrant, and with colors extremely rich and beau_ tiful. They are indispensable both for greenhouse culture in winter and for the garden in summer. Carnation, Margaret. A new dwarf double form of hardy carnation which blooms four months from seed-sow- ing, and never fails to give a large percentage of handsome double flow- ers. Plants which have bloomed all summer in the garden are frequently potted for winter decoration, and continue blooming for a long time. The flowers are large, quite double and perfectly formed, never bursting the calyx, and show all colors and variegations through beautiful shades of red, pink and white. Carnation, Grenadin. Large fine double flowers of a brilliant scarlet color and very fragrant. Pear ots. —Riviera Market. ~ 4, 427.9 SANSOME ST. "2" SAN FRANCISCO. oe New Celosia, ‘‘Ostrich Feather.’’ feather. This new feathered Celosia produces large plumes, ex- quisitely curved and curled in exact resemblance of an ostrich The plant grows about three feet high, is of hand- some pyramidal form, and the numerous plumes waving grace- fully above the foliage makes it one of the most effective orna- mental plants for either pot or outdoor culture. Celosia ( Cockscomb). Bets, bse: Handsome free-blooming plants of easy culture, producing pretty flowers in combs and feathery S, ee i) Wa spikes. g wee By —President Thiers. Very dwarf and bears large crimson 4 combs. Pkt., roc. —Feathered Varieties in fine mixture. Pkt., 5c. Centaurea. An interesting genus, remarkable for the free- OSTRICH FEATHER CELOSIA. flowering habit of some of its members and the beautiful silvery foliage of cthers. —Cyanus. (Lachelor’s Button.) Blue. Pkt., 5c. i Mixed)'all- colors; ) Pkt: 5c: —Candidissima. Largesilvery white leaves, deeply laciniated. Pkt... .10c. —Gymnocarpa. Silvery gray foliage. Pkt., 5c. Chrysanthemum. The annual varieties have become one of the most popu- lar of our annuals, and stand without a rival for gorgeous dis- play in the flower garden. —Eclipse. Showy and very striking, colors a combination of yellow, purplish-scarlet, and dark brown. Pkt., roc. —Double White. Pkt., 5c. —Double Yellow. Pkt., 5c. —Indicum. Saved from our ownsuperb collection. eters ct Cineraria hybrida grandiflora. Saved from best varieties, choice mixed. Pkt., 25c. —Double. Large flowering; mixed; a superior Strain. Pkt. 25¢: ; Clarkia. An old favorite plant, growing well in any garden soil. Seed can be sown either in September or early spring; mixed, Pkt., 5c. Clematis hybrida. The flowers will average three inches in diameter, ranging through all con- ceivable shades of purple, violet, porcelain, blue, and white. Pkt., roc. Clianthus Dampieri. (4ustralian Glory Fea.) A beautiful plant with brilliant, rich scarlet, pea-shaped flowers, with an intense black spot in each center. Pkt., Ioc. Cobea scandens. A _ beautiful, rapid-growing climber, with handsome foliage and large bell- shaped flowers, green at first, changing to a deep violet blue. Pkt., roc. —Scandens Fl. albo. A white-flowered variety Oiaue precedmo,. PKt., 15c. Coleus. Saved from the finest hybrid sorts; re- markable for size and brilliancy of foliage. Pie asc. Collinsia. A pretty, free-blooming plant with va- rious colored flowers, white, pink, violet, pur- ple, blue, and gray blue; mixed. Pkt., 5c. Convolvulus. (Worning Glory.) The most pop- ular annual in cultivation. The dwarf varieties are very pretty for hanging baskets and vases. —Major. Tall varieties mixed. Pkt., 5c. —Ilinor. Dwarf varieties mixed. Pkt., 5c. —Crimson violet. A beautiful dwarf variety. Pkt.,. 5c: Cosmos. The flowers are borne on long stems, and are white, flesh color, charming light pink, and deep rose in color, each with a bright yel- low center. Both foliage and flowers are ex- cellent for bouquets and vases. —Hybridus, Pink, White, or Mixed. Pkt., roc. CYCLAMEN PERSICUM GIGANTEUM. Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum. Charming plants with beautiful foliage and rich-colored, orchid-like, fragrant flowers. The giant flow- ered strain offered by us is far superior to what is generally sold under that name, and repre- sents the highest type of this flower. The col- ors range from pearly white to dark crimson with all the intermediate shades and markings. —-All Colors [lixed. Pkt., 25c. SUNSET SEED 40 _—_—_—— Cyclanthera Explodens. A climbing plant with handsome foliage and oval-shaped fruit, ex- ploding loudly when ripe. Pkt., 5c. Cypress Vine. (/pomea quamociit.) A popular vine with delicate’ fern-like foliage covered with beautiful star-shaped flowers; mixed. PRES Se: Dahlia. This is too well known to need descrip- tion, though not generally known that they may be had in the greatest variety and beauty from seed. —Double. Finest mixed. Pkt., roc. —Single. The new varieties are exceedingly beautiful and are highly prized for cut flowers. The seed we offer was saved from splendid new varieties, which for brilliancy of color cannot be surpassed; if sown early in spring they will flower in August. Finest mixed. PEt.;:10c: Daisy. (ellis perennis.) Charming plants for edgings and dwarf beds. Thrive well in shady places. —Pink, White, or [lixed. Pkt., roc. Delphinium. (Zarkspur.) Flowers remarkable for their great beauty, diversity of shades and striking appearance. —Cardinaie. Brilliant scarlet. Pkt., toc. —Perennial Varieties. Delphinium Formosum. Beautiful brilliant blue flowers with a white center. Pkt., roc. —Nudicaule. Dwarf, with spikes of bright scarlet flowers. Pkt., toc. —Elatum. (ce Larkspur.) Rich deep blue, Pit | roe Mixed. Pkt., 5c. —Annual Varieties. Mixed. Pkt., 5c. Dendromecon' Rigidum. (California Tree Poppy.) A-native of the southern part of this state; grows about three feet in height, with bluish foliage, contrasting elegantly with the color of the flowers, which are cf a lovely lemon yellow and possessed of all the char- acteristics of atruepoppy. The flowers spread widely during the day, but acquire a more com- pact form afternoon. Pkt., 20c. Dianthus. (/izks.) Of immense value for bed- ding purposes, as the flowers retain their beauty during the entire summer. The colors are marvelous, ranging from pure white to richest crimson, and beautifully iaced and striped. —Chinensis, Fl. Pl. (China Pink.) Pkt., 5c. —Heddewigii, Fl. Pl. Pkt., 5c. —Imperialis, Fl. Pl. (Jiperial Pink.) Pkt., 5c. —Laciniatus, Fl. Pl. (7vinged Pink.) Pkt., 5c. —Plumarius, FI.Pl. (Garden Pink.) Pkt., 1oc.' Digitalis. (7ozglove.) Long spikes of beautiful thimble-shaped flowers; mixed. Pkt., 5c. very free blooming. 4 Eschscholtzia, or California Poppy. A showy, free-flowering genus of plants, bearing handsome, graceful foliage, and flowers of the richest colors. They bloom very early, and should be sown as soon as the ground can be prepared, where they are to remain, as they will not bear transplanting. Hardy annual, thriving best in light, warm soil. ESCHSCHOLTZIA, OR CALIFORNIA POPPY. Eschscholtzia Californica. —Californica alba. White. Yellow. Pkt., 5c. Pit, 5c. —Californica aurantiaca, Orange. Pkt., 5c. . —Californica carminea. Rose. Pkt., 5c. —Crocea, Fl. Pl. Orange, double. Pkt., toc. —Crocea alba, FI. Pl. White, double. —Crocea striata. Striped. Pkt., 5c. —Itandarin. Deep orange. Pkt., roc. —Maritima. Yellow. - New. Pkt., roc. —Tenuifolia. Pale yellow. Pkt., 5c. —AIl Varieties Mixed. Pkt., 5c. California Yellow Bells. Emmenanthe Penduliflora. The Yellow Bells of California, as it is called, forms a broad bush eighteen inches to two feet high. Each of its numerous branches is fairly loaded with bell-shaped, pendulous flowers, a half inch long, and of a delicate cream color, The flowers are almost everlasting, the persistent co- rolla drying and retaining its shape until the seed has ripened. The seeds may be sown in mellow soil Pkt., toc. early in spring, or the plants can be brought into earlier blooming by sowing seeds early in the greenhouse, hotbed, or cold frame, and afterwards transplanting to a permanent place in the border. Pkt., roc. Everlasting Flowers and Ornamental Grasses These are very popular and desirable for winter decorations, bouquets, wreaths, etc. If cut as soon as they come into full bloom, tied in small bunches and dried slowly in the shade, with the heads down- ward to keep the stems straight, they will retain their beauty for years. Everlasting Flowers. Acroclinium Roseum, Fl. PI. Bright rose. Ammobium Alatum Grandiflorum. Pure white. Gomphrena, Mixed (Bachelor's Buttons). Helichrysum, Finest Mixed. Rhodanthe, Finest Mixed. Xeranthemum. Leaves silvery, brilliant colors of purple, rose and white flowers. Packet of any variety, 5c. Ornamental Grasses. Avena Sterilis (Azimated Oats). Briza Maxiina (/a/dlesnake Crass). Coix Lachrym2 (/od’s Tears). Eragrostis Elegans (Love Grass). Gynerium Argenteum (/ampas Grass). Stipa Pennata (/vather Grass). Zea Japonica Variegata (Variegated japanese Maize.) Packet of any variety, 5c. Le ee LL ASELEB ec 427-9 SANSOME ST. Euphorbia variegata. (Szow on the Mountain.) A large, robust-growing annual, with very or- namental green foliage, striped with white. PES 56. Ferns. Saved from the choicest greenhouse varieties. Pkt., 5c. Forget=-me=-not (J/osotis). Popular and beauti- ful little plants, with neat star-like flowers, blooming the first year from seed. . —Alpestris. Blue. Pkt., toc. 6 _ Alba, White. Pkt., roc. —Dissitiflora. Large, dark blue flowers, com- pact and early. Pkt., 15c. Freesia refracta alba. This well-known fragrant flower is easily raised from seed. Pkt., 5c. Fuchsia. Mixed single and double, saved from the best strains. Pkt., 25c. o> i) SAN FRANCISCO. © Al Gaillardia. Attractive plants; remarkable for pro- fusion of bloom and_ brilliancy of color. Choice mixed. Pkt., 5c. Geranium. Saved from choice varieties. Pkt., 10c. —Apple scented. Very fragrant. Pkt., 25c. Gilia tricolor. Flowers orange yellow with a white margin, separated by a circle of deep purple. Pkt., 5c. Gladiolus. Splendid mixed. Pkt., roc. Godetia. Attractive and beautiful plants embrac- ing a great variety of rich colors. —Duchess of Albany. Pure white. Pkt., 5c. —Lady Albemarle. Crimson. Pkt., 5c. —Choice Mixed. Pkt., 5c. Golden Rod (Solidago canadensis). Pkt., 5c. Gourds. ORNAMENTAL GOURDS. Grevillea Robusta Ornamental plants, suitable for room or conservatory decoration. Their large, finely divided fern-like foliage gives them a very graceful and elegant appearance. Bkt; ,. 10c. Gypsophila. Free flowering plants suitable for rockwork, hanging baskets, etc. Mixed Pkt., Be. Helianthus Cucumerifolius ‘‘ Stella.”’ As an addition to long stemmed flowers for cut- ting purposes is always welcome, we do not doubt but that this new annual Sunflower will soon be a general favorite. It attains a height of 3 to 4 feet and differs from the Helianthus cucumerifolius or ‘Miniature Sunflower by its larger and better formed flowers of the purest golden yellow with a black disk. The individual flowers, 23 to 3 inches across, are all borne on long stems and rise well above the lively green, small foliage. Sown ona sunny spot in the open ground in April, flowers may be cut daily from the end of June until the frost kills the plants. Pkt., 25c. Helianthus, Globosus Fistulosus (G/ode Sun- flawer). Pkt.; 5¢. —Mammoth Russian. PKkt., 5c. —Nanus Variegatis. Varierated leaves. Pkt., Se Gourds are a vigorous class of plants with curiously formed and strangely colored fruit. The forms may be wonderfully varied by tying strings around the young fruit, or by inclosing same in a curved mold while growing, thus stamping on its surface any desired figure or letters. It is neces- sary that the seed should be planted early, as it requires a whole season to mature some of the va- rieties. Very desirable for covering old fences, stumps, arbors, etc. Apple Shaped. Yellow, beautifully striped. Bottle. Handsome and useful. Dipper or Siphon. Useful for dippers. Dishcloth or Chinese Loopa. Egg Shaped. Hercules’ Club. The longest of all the varieties. Lemon Shaped. Pear Shaded. Mixed, all Varieties. Packet of any variety, 5c. {aX 7 { We7_wONY 47 ANE WANS SY < mae iV) x yng o 4] y Ve Pm if /s () i * la Pa Ants » my) a ee 6 Nal < HELIANTHUS CUCUMERIFOLIUS “STELLA.” z .- SUNSET SEED JAPANESE CLIMBING HOP. Humulus Japonicus variegata (Japanese Hop). A beautiful climber; variegated foliage. Pkt., ToC, Hyacinth Bean (Dodichos). growing climber, with blue and white flowers borne in immense clusters; mixed. Pkt., 5c. Hyacinthus Candicans (Summer J/fyacinth). Pict, sto: Ice Plant. Thick fleshy leaves that have the ap- pearance of being covered with ice. Pkt., 5c. Heliotrope. Favorite plants for bedding and pot- culture; much prized on account of their de- licious fragrance. Pkt., roc. Hollyhock. Well-known garden favorites. separate colors: Double White, Canary Yellow, Rose Violet. Each, pkt., toc; choice mixed, pkt., Ioc. In Crimson, New Dwarf Striped French /lari- goid, ‘*‘ Electric Light.”’ This pleasing novelty in French Marigolds is now offered for the first time. In habit it is dwarf compact, and is a most profuse The distinguishing characteristic is a bright lemon stripe ona chocolate maroon ground, this combination presenting a most pleasing piate of color, contrasting favorably with the old orange and bloomer. shade. Pkt., 25c. Marigold, African. Mixed. Pkt., 5c. —El Dorado. Large and very double, ranging in color from pale yellow to deep orange. Pkt., AX —French. Dwarf varieties, mixed. Pkt., 5c. A beautiful, quick- "AND “PLANT..CO. IpomoeaGrandiflora, “Hesperus.” This beautiful Ipomcea is doubtless the finest form obtained up to the present; it is a most brilliant variety of Ipomcea Mexicana Grandi flora Alba or Moonflower. Its flowers are as large again as those of the original form, measuring about 6 to 8 inches in diameter; it climbs 30 feet high and its large pure white flowers are extremely fragrant,even more so than orange blossom or jasmine. This plant does well in any soil, but requires frequent watering. Pkt., 25c. Ipomoea. Rapid-growing plants with handsome bright-colored, trumpet-shaped flowers; ex- cellent for covering old walls, stumps, arbors, Cre; —Bona Nox (Zvexing Clory, PRES Ee: —Coccinea (.Star Jpomea). Plxt., 5c. —Heavenly Blue. Pkt., toc. or Good-night). —Learii. Pkt., oc. —Noctiflora (J/oonflower). Pkt., Ioc. Kenilworth Ivy (Zzvariaz). Beautiful trailing plant. Pe; 5c: Lantana. Choice mixed, Pkt., 5c. Linum rubrum (Scarlet Flax). -Pkt., 5c. Lobelia. Beautiful class of plants, with delicate drooping habit. The profusion of their flow- ers renders them ornamental for vases and hanging baskets, borders or ribbons. —Alba. White. Pkt., 5c. —Erinus speciosa. Blue. Pkt., 5c. —Gracilis. Lightblue. Pkt., 5c. —Emperor William. Very dark blue. Pkt., 5c. Lophospermum scandens. A beautiful climber with large bell-shaped blue flowers. Pkt., roc.. Lupinus. Annual varieties, mixed. Pkt., 5c. Perennial varieties, mixed. Pkt., 5c. Lychnis Chalcedonica (2urning Star). Brilliant scarlet: PRL, 5c. Mandevillea suaveolens. Pkt., roc. MARIGOLDS. A 427-9 SANSOME ST. 4° Marvel of Peru (Four o’ Clocks). Finest mixed. Prt. gi5C. Matricaria (Feverfew). Double white. Pkt., 5c. Maurandya Barclayana. Free-blooming climber, covered with blue and white. flowers. Pkt., 0c. Mignonette (Reseda). Modest flowers of great popularity on account of their exquisite fra- grance. —Crimson Queen. Pkt., 5c. —Giant Pyramidal. Pkt., 5c. —Golden Queen. Pkt., 5c. —Machet. Pkt., 1oc. —llile’s Spiral. Pkt., 5c. —Sweet, O2z., 15c; pkt., 5c. Mimosa pudica (Sezsitive Plant). A curious and interesting plant. Pkt., 5c. Mimulus (J/oxkey Flower). Tender plants, with brilliantly colored flowers, blotched and spotted in every conceivable manner. —Tigrinus grandiflorus. Large-flowered, tigered and spotted varieties; mixed. Pkt., roc. Mimulus . Moschatus (Musk Plant). Leaves, musk-scented. Pkt., 5c. Mina Lobata. A climber from Mexico; flowers, red and orange, shading to white. Pkt., toc. Momordica Balsamina (alsam Apple). Pkt., ron e Chareitis (Balsam Pear). Pkt., 5c. Nasturtium (Zvopwolum). Tom Thumb. All best colors mixed. Pkt., 5c. Nasturtium (7vofwolum). Tall. All best colors. Mired)’ ..Pkt.e 5c: Nemophila insignis. eenter? “Pkti;! 5c: —Fine Mixed. Pkt., 5c. Nicotiana affinis. An ornamental variety of tobacco with large white fragrant flowers. Pkt, Loc, Nierembergia. Beautiful free-blooming plants; mixed colors. Pkt., 5c. (Enothera (Hvening Primrose). A continuous blooming, free-flowering plant that opens near the close of the day; mixed colors. Pkt., 5c. Oxalis Rosea. Pkt., 5c. Bright blue with white New—Pansy, ‘‘ Fiery Faces.”’ The pansy ‘‘ Fiery Faces”’ is of compact growth and the flowers are of pleasing shape. The color is purple scarlet with yellow margin and yellow eye. The three lower petals are regularly marked with large velvety-black spots. In spring and autumn they are particularly brilliant. A bed of their small ‘‘fiery faces’ inspires wonder and admiration, each flower displaying itself as if to greet us with its friendly smile. aud charming novelty quite a peculiar merit as a show flower for bed or border. Pansy Azure blue. —Dark Blue. PKkt., 5c. —Bronze Colored. Pkt., 5c. —Candidissima. White. Pkt., 5c. —Emperor William. Ultramarine blue. Pkt., 5c. —Gold Margined. Splendid. Pkt., 5c. —Lord Beaconsfield. Large deep purple violet, shading in top petals to a white hue. Pkt., Loc. —Peacock. New, large peacock-blue flowers with white edge. Pkt., 20c. —Victoria. New red, fine. Pkt., 15c. —Yellow. Pure without an eye. Pkt., roc. —Bugnot’s Superb Blotched. Yieldsa profusion of rare colors and handsome flowers. Pkt.,10c. —ltenlo Park Mixture. An extra fine mixture of giant-fiowered pansies. Pkt., 25c. —Mixed. Of good quality. Pkt., 5c. Passion Flower. In favorable locations grows vigorously and produces magnificent flowers. Ritiu5C. —Ceerulea. Blue. Pkt., roc. —Incarnata. Produces edible fruit. Pkt., 15¢. —Von Volxemi. Flowers very large rich scarlet. Pkt. , 15: Perilla nankinensis. Highly ornamental, hav- ing a beautiful metallic ebony-purple foliage. EXt.,(5¢: The effect is as surprising as it is agreeable and bestows on this interesting Pkt. 30c. Ny) 2 Me - pee \ Ge PHLOX DRUMMONDII GRANDIFLORA. Phlox Drummondii (Star 0f Quedlinburg). The habit of growth of this variety is very dwarf and compact, and the flowers, the petals of which are partly fimbriate and partly three toothed, are distinctly bordered with white, which, with the bright eye of the center, con- trasts with the many shades of rich velvety colors... .Pkt;, Tor; Wa SUNSET. SEED Petunia. There is scarcely a class of plants to equal this, whether grown in pots to adorn the greenhouse or the sitting room window, or planted out in beds and mixed borders. The brilliancy and variety of its colors, combined with the duration of its blooming period, render it invaluable. The plants are of easy culture and thrive well in any good garden soil. —Grandifiora fimbriata. Beautifully fringed and the most charming colors. Pkt., 25c. —Double. Large flowered, fringed. Immense flowers in magnificent colors. Pkt., 30c. —Countess of Ellesmere. Pink, white throat. PEt 536i —Fine [lixed. Choice colors. Phlox Drummondii. Pkt. 5G, These flowers are of ex- treme beauty, are unrivaled for richness of, color, profusion and length of duration in bloom. —Grandiflora. Large flowering mixed. Pkt., TOC. —Alba. Pure white. Pkt., 5c. —lIsabellina, Pale yellow. Pkt., 5c. —Nana Compacta. Mixed, dwarf-growing, va- rious colors. Pkt., Ioc. Portulaca, Double. All colors mixed. Pkt., roc. —Single. All colors mixed. Pkt., 5c. AND PLANT CoO. Primula Sinensis Fimbriata (ringed Chinese Primrose). A profuse-flowering, charming greenhouse plant, finely adapted for decora- tive purposes. —Single. All colors mixed. Pkt., 25c. —Double. All colors mixed. Pkt., 50c. —Fern-leayed. All colors mixed. Pkt., 25c. —Obconica. A _ beautiful pot plant; remains in bloom a long time. Pkt., 20c. PETUNIA. Salpiglossis. Large, funnel-shaped flowers, deli- cately veined and mottled with various colors; finest mixed. Pkt., roc. Salvia splendens. Bright red. Pkt., roc. —patens. Blue. Pkt., Ioc. Beautiful dwarf Pkt., 5c: Pink; for beds or edgings. Sanvitalia procumbens fl. pl. annual for beds or rockeries. Saponaria calabrica, PEE. 5; Extremely showy, free-flowering plants, which by their stately form, brilliant and effective colors, are admirably adapted to enliven shrubbery and mixed borders. Poppy—Carnation flowered. Mixed. Pkt., 5c. —Danebrog. Large flowers of a brilliant scarlet, with a silver spot on each of the petals. Pkt., 5c. —Flag of Truce. Large satiny white flowers, three to four inches across; extremely hand- | some. Pkt., Ioc. —Levigatum. Flowers four inches in diameter, | brilliant deep scarlet with black spots, sur- rounded by a white margin, at the base cof | each petal. Pkt., roc. | —Mikado. The petals are cut and fringed; the color, pure white at the back, while the fringed L-+ NL-, edges are of a brilliant crimson scarlet. 0c. —Shirley. The satiny texture and wonderful colors of this variety are admired by all. Pkt., 0c. —Umbrosum. Scarlet marked with a black spot oneach petal. Pkt., roc. —‘* Sunset Mixture.’’ Unsurpassed for magnifi- cence of colors. Pkt., 5c. : ; . Great White California Poppy. Romneya Coulteri. This fine perennial is of su- preme and stately beauty, flowering from July until November. The flowers are pure white, with a fine bunch of yellow stamens. Pkt., 10C. ) SAN FRANCISCO. | 4.5 ye ae t aN ei SCABIOSA, DOUBLE YELLOW. Scabiosa (Mourning Bride). Produces an abun- dance of very double flowers ina variety of shades and colors; a splendid flower for table bouquets, etc. —Dwarf. Mixed. Pkt., 5c. —Double Yellow. > 2) XS Ny 40) CQ = >. Ses) COT PIPL GROUP OF GLADIOLI. Addison. .Dark amaranth, with white stripes. Each, toc. Africain, Slaty-brown on scarlet ground, streaked scarlet and pure white; white blotch. Each, 15c. Amalthee. Pure white, with large violet-red blotch; ground of the corolla velvety-violet, the lower petals slightly tinted with lilac. Each, 15c. Angele. White; showy and effective. Each, toc. Atonius. Scarlet-cherry, slightly tinged with orange, flamed carmine; pure white blotch. Eaen, 106; Brenchleyensis. Bright vermilion scarlet. Each, ctor Ceres. White, spotted rose. Each, toc. Chrysolora. Golden-yellow, pure and distinct. The finest yellow variety. Each, 3oc. Cleopatra. Flowers medium size, dark salmon, the lower petals profusely blotched purplish- red, surrounded with straw color. Each, roc. Dictateur. Long, compact spike of large flowers; white in the center, the sepals are conspicu- ously flushed with carmine-red, on a pale lilac ground. Each, 5oc. Emma Thursby. White ground; carmine stripes through petals, blotch on the lower division. Each, r5<. Enfant de Nancy. Flowers medium size, pur- plish-red; lower petals dark crimson; pecul- larly blotched. Each, r5c. Engesseri. Very deep pink; lower petals blotched bright maroon. Each, 15c. Eugenc Scribe. Tender rose; variegated. Each, 10c. Freebeli. Flesh colored, streaked with pink; car- mine blotch, bordered with yellow. Each, 15c. Gen. Phil. Sheridan. Fire-red, white line run- ning through each petal, and a large, pure white blotch on the lower division. Each, 2oc. Gen. Sherman. Large, fine scarlet. Each, 15c. Hermione. White ground, well coveied with delicate lilac and carmine stripes; large white blotch, slightly streaked violet. Each, 25C. Incendiary. Vermilion, rose-colored throat; two lower petals scarlet-purple. Each, r5c. Isaac Buchanan. Yellow. Each, toc. John Bull. White, tinged with sulphur. Each, roc. La Candeur. Each, 15c. Lafayette. Flowers very large, yellowish-salmon; crimson blotches on lower petals. Each, 15c. Lamarck. Cherry. Each, toc. Lemoinei. Upper petals of a creamy white coior, tinted salmon-red, the lower one spotted with deep purplish-crimson, bordered with bright yellow and salmon-red. Each, Ioc. Le Poussin. Light red, white blotch. Each. toc. Lord Byron. Brilliant scarlet, blotched pure White, slightly striped with violet. white. Each, foc. Marie Dumortier. White, violet blotch. Each, 0c. Marie Lemoine. Longspike offine, well-expanded flowers; upper division of a pale creamy color, flushed salmon-lilac; lower division spotted purplish-violet, bordered with deep yellow. Each, toc, Martha Washington. Light yellow, lower petals tinged with rose. Each, 15c. Mme. [ionneret. Delicate rose. Each, toc. Napoleon IIl. Scarlet, striped white. Eack, roc. Obelisk. Flowers large, violet; lower petals blotched brown, spotted with sulphur. Each, 15¢. Princess of Wales. Each, roc, White, flamed carmine rose. Shakespeare. White, suffused carmine rose; large rosy blotch. Each, 15c. Snow-white. Pure white. Each, 25c. : Stella. White, slightly tinged with yellow and rose. Each, foc. Sunshine. Lovely pink, blotched and flamed with darker pink. Each, 2o0c. Talma. Pale lilac, lower division violet-brown. Each, roc. W.E. Gumbleton. Flowers very large and open purplish rose, streaked with rich carmine; spots velvet surrounded with yellow; plant unusually beautiful. Each, 15c. Ali Colors Mixed. Per 100, $2.00; doz., 40c; each, 5c. “427-9 SANSOME ST. = ‘I SAN FRANCISCO. Lilies. 47 lf ordered by mail, please add fifteen cents per dozen for postage. Twelve lilies of any one variety will be sent at price of ten. Each. Auratum (Golden-banded Lily of Japan). Pure white studded with rich chocolate crimson ia and a bright golden band through the center of each petal. . . . . . Nite Pe xe $o 20 Auratum Pictum, Similar in form to the Auratuwm, but Heped an crimson at ends. of the yellowrays... : é Agee ke 50 Auratum Virginale Album. White, yellow band aa ener of eae silk nid studied with whitish spots, very large . Hens Soh AMRIT ot, Bale aL tones 50 Batemanniz, Flowers of a bright aromled aloe. Brownii. Large flowers, white inside, purple outside, distince anid Sraninen. Colchicum, Citron yellow, spotted black . Coridion. Clear yellow, star-shaped flowers, exceedin; gly showy . ; Elegans Alice Wilson. A new variety, with upright yellow flowers . Elegans Atrosanguineum, Richbloodcrimson. . , Elegans Flore Semaplena, Magnificent ae bright crimson, Striped with pink; semi- doubles oer". PPE hh Clin. rey ey hee. Neus Ry Excelsum, Nankeen yellow, very tall erower . oS ae Hansoni. Flowers outside bright yellow marked with white, inside spotted with purple : Harrisii (Bermuda Easter Lily). Resembles LZ. agora Ay ae a. Mees Krameri. Large, rose-colored flowers, fragrant . ; Leichtlinii. Flowers bright yellow, spotted with purple . Longiflorum, Pure white, trumpet-shaped flowers . Medeoloides. Vermilion, with purple spots . a3 Speciosum Album. Pure white, handsome flowers . Speciosum Melpomene. Rich blood crimson, heavily spotted, very large . Speciosum Rubrum. Darker than the preceding . : eo eee pu ee ee a Tigrinum (7Ziger Lily). Orange red, spotted with pli) erent Peer ee 8s Miscellaneous Bulbs. —Single Mixed. 100, $2.00; doz., 30c. plants have no equal. doz. Calla Spotted (Richardia alba maculata). Each, 10c; doz., $2.00. work. 5c each; 50c per doz. $1.50 per doz. Anemone, Double Mixed. 00, $2.00; doz., m~Iy NT NT bv OMmOnm wT WN Mf N WAT Ay OOMmOomNtu AO 30C. | Begonia, Tuberous Rooted. Magnificent flower- ing bulbs of marvelous beauty, and as pot —Single. Mixedcolors. 15c each; $1.50 doz. | —Double. Mixed colors. 30c each; $3.00 doz. | Bleeding Heart (Dielytra). Flowers borne on curved stalks; are delicate rose and white with purple lips. Each, 20c; doz., $2.00. Caladium esculentum (Ziephan?’s Lars). very effective plant, and suitable for either a single plant on the lawn, masses in beds, or for margins of water. 20c each; $2.00 per A Foli- age variegated with white; very handsome. | Cinnamon Vine. (Dvioscorea batatas.) The so- called Cinnamon, Vine, from the odor of cin- namon emitted by the flowers; fine for trellis Dahlia, Double. Assorted colors. 3I5c each; ae ahah in ae Giant Torch Lily. (Doryanthes Excelsa). The AMO Tu | Giant Torch Lily of Australia. A magnificent pee ae | plant, with long Draczena-like foliage. It A llis Bellad ae sch | throws up a lofty spike of bright, scarlet flow- mary is Belladonna. Dark rose and white. | ers, like an immense fiery torch, the stem of Each, 256- which is often 12 to 15 feet high—a beautiful —Formosissima. Rich crimson. Each, 20c. and distinct plantfor the garden. It has the —Johnsonii. Crimson, striped with white. Each, general habit of an Amaryllis in foliage and 75C. —Longiflora alba. Fine white. Each, 4oc. growth, but is, of course, gigantic in propor- tions. ‘Few are found in cultivation, and those who have room for it can procure nothing —Purpurea (Vallota). Each, 30c. more rare and novel. In the Southern States Anemone fulgens (Scar/e/ Wind Flower). Daz- | and in California, it is hardy and can be grown zling scarlet. Doz.,50c. * in the open ground. Strong bulbs, 75c each. 48 SUNSET SEE Gloxinia. Beautiful plants, bearing large bell- shaped flowers of the most striking, rich colors. 30c each. Hyacinthus Candicans (Swumer Hyacinth). A free-growing plant with tall spikes bearing pretty white bell-shaped flowers. toc each. iris Germanica (German Jris). Finest mixed varieties. roc each. all Tris). others in size of flower and richness of color. Iris Kaempferi Surpasses ( Japan Superb mixed varieties. 2o0c each. Madeira Vine (Climbing MJignonette). Bears very beautiful, fragrant white flowers; a de- sirable summerclimber. toc each. Nymphea odorata gigantea (Water Lily). Flow- ers pure white, with a golden center three times as large as the common pond lily. The flowers possess a distinct and charming It is perfectly hardy, and a grand 20€ fragrance. plant for tubs, pools, streams or ponds. each; $2.00 per doz. Palm | | } | ) AND PLANT Co. | Pzonies. Well-known showy border plants of many brilliant colors, some of the varieties be- ing deliciously fragrant. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. —Arborea. Japanese Tree or Moutan Pzonies, grand plants of striking beauty. $1.00 each. Ranunculus, Double. These are bright-colored summer-blooming plants, with flowers of good size, perfectly double, and as beautifully im- bricated as a rose. —Double Persian [lixed. —Double French [lixed. —Double Turban [lixed. 5c each; 30c per doz. Tigridia (WWexican Shell Flower). Charming summer-blooming bulb, producing very at- tractive flowers throughout the whole sum- mer. —Conchiflora. 50c per doz. 5c each; 30c per doz. 5c each, 30c per doz. Flowers dark yellow. 5c each; —Grandiflora alba. White. toc each; 75¢ per doz. —Pavonia. Golden orange-crimson. 5c each; 50c per doz. Tritoma Uvaria Grandiflora (Red-hof Poker Plant). Striking and attractive plant, throw- ing up stalks three to five feet high, bearing large, solid spikes of brilliant orange-scarlet colored flowers of great size and brilliancy. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Tuberoses, The Tuberose isa universal favorite, and largely grown on account of its delight- ful fragrance. The double flowers are of a beautiful pure waxy white color, and grow on tall stems, each producing a dozen or more blossoms. Excelsior Pearlis the most dwarfed and compact variety, and the most suitable for growing in pots. —Excelsior Pearl. ripened bulbs, —Variegated Leaved. Foliage broadly striped with white and rosy-yellow, making it a pretty plant even when not in flower. The flowers are single, pure white and very fragrant. toc each; $1.00 per doz. Seeds Very large, choice and well- 50c per doz.; $3.00 per 100. As fresh seeds of these arrive from collectors at irregular intervals throughout the year, we consider it better to issue a special list, which will be furnished on application, and give prices of such varieties as we can supply at the time. This will be more satisfactory than publishing a general list containing: varieties, fresh seeds of which could not be obtained for some months. Imported Collections of Flower Seeds. Asters. 12 varieties, $1.00. Dianthus or Pinks. Io varieties, 50c. Everlasting Flowers. 12 varieties, 5oc. Heliotrope. 12 varieties, 75c. Hollyhock. 12 varieties, $1.00. Marigold. 12 varieties, 4oc. Mignonette. 12 varieties, 50c. Nasturtium, Tall. 12 varieties, 6oc. es Tom Thumb. 12 varieties, 6o0c. Ornamental Foliage Plants. 12 varieties, 5oc. $6 Grasses. 12 varieties, 4oc. Pansies. 12 varieties, $1.00. Poppies. §& varieties, 4oc. Stocks, Ten Weeks. 12 varieties, 75c. ‘6 66 66 6 varieties, 4oc. ‘ss Intermediate. 4 varieties, 30c. Violets. 6 varieties, 50¢c. Wallflower. 8 varieties, 50c. Roses. Recent Introduction. Barrone Berge (7va). Same form as Wadame Cusin, but is of a light flesh color, with deeper shadings. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Belle Siebrecht (A/yérid Tea, 7895). This rose comes to us from the east, very highly recommended. It is a cross between La France and Lady Mary Fitzwilliam, color imperial pink; the buds (which are borne on strong, erect stems, 1% feet to 2 feet long) are tapering, 25 inches to 3 inches long, and when fully open measure 55 inches to 6 inches in diameter, without showlng the center; they are of ereat substance, lasting for a long time; the petals are of heavy texture. It is a most profuse bloomer, sweetly perfumed; is a free and vigorous grower; with large, glossy foliage, of leathery texture; entirely free from mildew. Taken all in all, there has been no such rose introduced of late years. Price, 23-inch pots, 50c each. Climbing La France (A/ybrid Tea, 789z). A climbing variety of the old favorite La France. Price, 25-inch pots, 20c each; $2.00 per dozen; 3-inch pots, 30c each, $3.00 per dozen. Climbing Queen of Queens (Aybridi Perpetual, 7897). Flowers pink; of strong, climbing habit. A great addition to our climbers. A sport from Queen of Queens. Price, 4-inch pots, 50c each. Comtesse La Bath. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Crimson Rambler (/o/yantha, 7893). Is of vigorous growth, making shoots from eight to ten feet in one season, thus making it a splendid pillar rose. It is also magnificent in bush form. One of the striking characteristics of this rose is its remarkable color, which is of the brightest crimson, which remains undimmed to the end, showing none of the objectionable purple so common in crimson roses. The flowers are produced in great pyramidal panicles, each carrying from thirty to forty blooms, the individual blooms measuring from one to one and a half inches in diameter. The foliage is bright green and glossy. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each; $2.50 per dozen. Duchess of Leeds (Hybrid Tea). Darker than La France; each petal lined pearl color; petals very thick. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c¢ each. Empress of China. This is anew climbing rose, small plants making a growth of six to ten feet in one season; the flowers are pink, semi-double, and borne in great profusion. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Maman Cochet ( 7¢a, 7892). Deep rose-pink, the inner side of the petals silvery-rose; flowers extra large (borne on long, stout stems), very double; simply exquisite when in bud or half bloom; deli- ciously fragrant. Rich, healthy foliage; of vigorous growth. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Madame E. Helfenbein ( 7¢a, 7897). Apricot-yellow, lined and shaded rose. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Marion Dingee (7ea). Brilliant crimson; one of the richest and darkest-colored Tea roses in exist- ence. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. Mrs. Paul. Blush-white. rosy-peach shadings; large open flower of Camellia-like appearance. Price, 25¢ each. Mrs. Pierrepont Morgan (7a, 7895). Is a sport from Wad. Cusin, and is in every way very much superior to that variety, being a much more robust grower; flowers are very much larger and very double, and is a much more prolific bloomer. Color intensely bright cerise, or rose-pink. Price, 3-1nch pots, 35c each. Mrs. W.C. Whitney (/ybrvid Tea, 7897). Flowers clear, deep pink; of a delicious fragrance; large, pointed buds; a very free bloomer. Price, 3-inch pots, 25c each. Palo Alto ( Lengal or China, 7895). This grand new rose we have grown for the past three seasons in our trial grounds, and find it to bea rose of great merit, producing enormous quantities of fine blooms throughout the entire season, from early spring to December, in the open ground. Color, rose, suffused with carmine; buds long, pointed and very full; beautiful glossy foliage, never affected with mildew. Price, 24-inch pots, 25c each; 4-inch pots, 35c each. Peach Blow (//ybrid Tea, 7895). This rose isa sport from Augustine Guinoiseau (White La France), originally named ‘‘The Midwinter.’’ The flowers are large, of a beautiful light peach color. Price, 3-inch pots, 50c each. Roger Lambelin (/Yybrid Perpetual, 7892). One of the most remarkable roses yet introduced. The color is glowing crimson througnout, except the edges of the petals, which are all distinctly marked with a white band, forming a sharp contrast, and the most unique combination of colors known in roses; the petals are irregular on the edges like a double petunia. The fragrance is delightful. The foliage is large and handsome; growth free and vigorous. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each; 4-inch pots, 50c each. Senator McNaughton ( 7¢a, 7S89z). White Perle des Jardins. A sport from Perle des Jardins; itresem- bles that grand old rose, excepting the color, which is a delicate creamy-white; the flowers are very large and full, the buds beautifully shaped; foliage dark and glossy. Price, 2%-inch pots, 20c each; 3-inch pots, 30c each. Summer Queen (brid Perpetual). Silvery-pink; bears enormous crops of flowers, not equaled in this respect by any other rose. It is a strong and vigorous grower. Price, 3-inch pots, 35c each. 4-inch pots, 50c each. =——____ SUNSET SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. as ey - fs (Atrtplex semibaccatum. ) AVA —, ae #4 4 ‘ (Mo Sorce SS _ That Australian Salt Bush is a good fodder plant is now proved beyonda doubt. _ It has been tried this last season, without irrigation, in the hot San Joaquin Valley, on land pregnant with alkali, and the growth it has made is wonderful. Itis of creeping habit. Small plants set in alkaline spots have attained a thick matted growth sixteen feet in diameter, ina single season. The crop (calculated on the basis of the cut from a small area) should reach twenty tons of green feed, or five tons dry; and under favorable conditions, two such cuts can be made each season. Three parts of this forage mixed with one part of common hay is readily eaten by horses and cattle. Sheep and hogs eat the green plant readily, and poultry thrive on it. The nutritive value of Salt Bush is very satisfactory, and the im- portance of such a plant for alkaline soils, which have hitherto been sterile and unproductive, can hardly be overestimated. The plant is indigenous to Australia, where it is the mainstay of stock during the dry season. It must not be inferred that stock eat it because they have nothing else to eat; rather the reverse, they seem to prefer it to other feed. Set out the small plants several feet apart, when a few inches high. This is the surest way to get the plants established, although, if the seed is scattered on the surface of the alkaline soil before rain, it germinates readily. The plant gives abundance of seed, so that when once established, a crop grows every year. There is no danger of its becoming a nuisance, as it can, when desired, be eradicated. We this season offer Australian Salt Bush in large sample packets only, so that our patrons may judge for themselves the merits of this fodder plant. Price, 25 cents per packet. Plants, 50c per dozen; $2.50 per Loo. . INVITING 50-CENT COLLECTIONS. era ere ee en SRE, ek SN 5 Palms from 4-inch pots for 50 cents. Phoenix Canariensis. Chamerops Excelsa. Draczena Australis. me NN Expressage to be paid by purchaser. 2 r - -—_—____—___—_— ,—_—_-© 5 Choice Ferns for 50 cents. Expressage to be paid by purchaser. . | ’ | 12 Carnations for 50 cents, postpaid by us. Our selection, including two vellows and one novelty. 427-9 SANSOME STREET, Sunset Seed and Plant Co., SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.____ Australian Salt Bush —