Dreer's garden calendar : 1903 . dreersgardencale1903henr Year: 1903 wo m I rHaiRiradreer m\mmwwW hardy peremmial pbANts HERNIARIA. Glabra. A closely tufted moss-like plant, well adapted for the rockery or for carpet bedding; succeeds on the poorest soil; small greenish flowers; foliage turns to deep red in winter. 15 cts. each ; $ per doz. HESPERIS (Rocket). riatronalis. A strong-growing perennial, forming stout, bushy plants 3 to 4 feet high, with showy terminal spikes of pink flowers during June and July. 15 cts. each; $ per doz. HEUCHERA (Alum Root). Sanguinea. A most desirable pe
Dreer's garden calendar : 1903 . dreersgardencale1903henr Year: 1903 wo m I rHaiRiradreer m\mmwwW hardy peremmial pbANts HERNIARIA. Glabra. A closely tufted moss-like plant, well adapted for the rockery or for carpet bedding; succeeds on the poorest soil; small greenish flowers; foliage turns to deep red in winter. 15 cts. each ; $ per doz. HESPERIS (Rocket). riatronalis. A strong-growing perennial, forming stout, bushy plants 3 to 4 feet high, with showy terminal spikes of pink flowers during June and July. 15 cts. each; $ per doz. HEUCHERA (Alum Root). Sanguinea. A most desirable perennial, of dwarf, com- pact, branching growth and robust constitution, growing about 2 feet high. The flowers are produced from June to August in loose, graceful spikes and come in the great- est profusion. In color it varies from light coral-red to crimson, and when seen in full perfection dazzles the eye with its brilliancy. (See cut.) Alba. A white-flowered form of the above, possessing all the desirable good points of the type. 15 cts. each ; $ per doz. HIERACIUM (Hawk-weed). Aurantiacum. A low-growing, rapid-spreading plant, best adapted for dry, sandy spots, or for covering steep slopes. The flowers are borne in flat heads, and are of a bright orange-red. 15 cts. each ; $ per doz. DREER'S SUPERB DOUBLE HOLLYHOCKS. Few hardy plants combine as many good qualities as the Hollyhock. For planting in rows or groups on the lawn, or for interspersing among shrubbery, they are invaluable. The flowers form perfect rosettes of the most lovely shades of yellow, crimson, rose, pink, orange, white,.^tc. The Holly- hock requires a rich, deep soil, well drained, and will repay in quantity and elegance of bloom any extra care. A slight protection during the winter will be beneficial. (See cut.) We offer strong plants, which will flower this season, in the following colors : White, Pink, Salmon, Yellow, flaroon, Sulphur and Bright Red. 20 cts. each; $200 per doz.; $ per 100.
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