. TRITOM A. (Ked-liot Poker, Flame Flower, or Torch Lily). XTIL the introduction of the variety Pfitzerii the Triloraas were only used in a limited way in the mixed border, or as specimens on the lawn, but the early, free and continuous blooming qualities of this variety have made it one of the good bedding plants, and when we considerthat, outside of Cannasand Geraniums, there are few plants which are suitable for massing under our severe climatic conditions, it is little wonder that such an excel- lent subject should at once become popular. \11 the varieties offered are worthy of cultivation
. TRITOM A. (Ked-liot Poker, Flame Flower, or Torch Lily). XTIL the introduction of the variety Pfitzerii the Triloraas were only used in a limited way in the mixed border, or as specimens on the lawn, but the early, free and continuous blooming qualities of this variety have made it one of the good bedding plants, and when we considerthat, outside of Cannasand Geraniums, there are few plants which are suitable for massing under our severe climatic conditions, it is little wonder that such an excel- lent subject should at once become popular. \11 the varieties offered are worthy of cultivation; they are hardy if given th& protec- tion of a feu inches of leaves or litter. Pfitzerii {T/ie EveTblooming Flame Flover'). The freest-flowering \aiiety in cultivation, with spikes from 3 to \\ feet high and heads of bloom over 12 inches long of a rich orange-scarlet, shading to ^almony-rose at edges, producing a grand effect either planted singlv in the border or in masses. 15 els. each; per doz.; '§ per 100. Coralina, A dwarf variety, rarely exceeding 2 feet, producing freely medium-sized spikes of coral-red flowers, shading to yellow. 1-5 cts. each ; $ per doz.; $12 00 per 100. riacOwani, A perfect little gem ; 2 feet high ; flowers rich deep red. 15 cts. each ; $ per doz.; $1200 per 100. Uvaria grandiflora. The old-fashioned late-flowering sort; spikes 3 to 4 leet liigh, flowers rich crimson, shading to yel- low. 15 cts. each ; $1 50 per doz.; $ per 100. Floribunda. The earliest-flowering of all and remarkably free; 2^' to 3 feet high, with large spikes of brilliant orange-scar- let. 50 cts. each ; $ per doz. Otto riann. A strong grower, with spikes 3 to 4 feet liigh; the flowers, when first opening, are a brilliant fiery red, chang- ing as they mature to a pure yellow, thus making a fine con- trast between the upper and lower half of the flower head. 50 cts. each; So 00 per doz. Triumph. A remarkably strong-growing variety that frequently
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