Spring of 1896 IHM '•>, ATALOGUE OF' P LANTS FOR THE J-lo^e ai?d Qardei?... A. DONAGHUE £UT &© Flowers, etc. * Y' florist 109 South Sixteenth Street Omaha, Nebraska JJuy from a Western House l00lir SPECIAL BARGAIN COLLECTIONS OF PLANTS. We will send any of the collections named below, postpaid. They are all strong, fine plants, and choice varieties. Each plant distinctly named. The choice of varieties must be left to us, the purchaser simply naming the number of collections wanted. The prices of all collections are net. except that we will send any S plant collections for $2. Clubbing; rates on general lists of plants do not apply to collections. FOR SO CENTS SEX NO. 1 . io Roses in io varieties, all Everbloom- ing. 2. 3 Everblooming and 2 Hardy Roses. 3. 10 Geraniums, choice Double or Single. 4. 10 Geraniums, all classes, assorted. 5. 10 Carnations. 6. 8 Fuchsias, Double and Single. 7. 8 Beautiful Flowering Begonias. SEX NO. 8. 5 New Large-flowered Cannas. 9. 10 Pine Large-flowered Chrysanthe- mums. 10. 10 Bedding or Basket PI ants, 10 varieties. 11. 10 Tuberoses, Pearl, flowering bulbs. 12. 20 Gladiolus, Choice Mixed, all bloom- ing bulbs. 13. 10 Gladiolus and 5 Tuberoses. HOW TO GET PLANTS FREE. Special Inducements for Club Orders. Any one who will spend a few hours’ time soliciting their friends to join them in sending their orders to us can easily obtain a supply of plants with no outlay of money to themselves. As an inducement’ to those who would rather secure tlieir plants in this way, we make the following liberal offers : PACKING CLUB ORDERS. Each person’s order will be selected as directed, and tied separately, so that there is nothing to be done but to deliver the bundle. But if requested so to do, and the address is given in full of each member of the club, we will mail direct to each one when they are ordered by post, providing that ten cents extra is remitted when orders are less than one dollar in amount. agf-These Clubbing Rates apply only to general collection of plants and bulbs, at the price per single plant. Do not apply to prices by 50 or 100 , to any Catalogue but this one, and not to items where exceptions are made. MAIL CLUBBING RATES. For a remittance of $2 you may select extra plants valued at 30 cts. For a remittance of $3 you may select extra plants valued at 50 cts. For a remittance of $4 you may select extra plants valued at 70 cts. For a remittance of $5 you may select extra plants valued at $1.00. For a remittance of $6 you may select extra plants valued at $1.40. For a remittance of $8 you may select extra plants valued at $2.00. For a remittance of $10 you may select extra plants valued at $3.00. And for each dollar sent above $10, you may select extra plants to the value of 30 cts. EXPRESS CLUBBING RATES. For $2, select extra plants to the value of 50 cts. ; for $3. select extra plants to the value of 80 cts.; for $4, select extra plants to the value of $1.10; for $5, select extra plants to the value of $1.50 ; for $ 6 , select extra plants to 'the value of $2; for $ 8 , select extra plants to the value of $3 ; for $ 10 , select extra plants to the value of $4 ; and for each dollar sent above $10 you may select extra plants to the value of 40 cts. Purchasers are entitled to above rates on each order as sent in ; premiums cannot he figured on total amount sent in at different times. Patronize Home Industry, and save Express Charges. Address A. DONAGHUE, 109 South Sixteenth St., OMAHA, NEB. Spring of 1896 D URING the past twenty-odd years that we have been in business we have confined our atten- tion almost exclusively to the wants and re- quirements of our local patrons, giving little have we been, however, in our efforts to transact faith- ga fully and honestly all business placed in our hands, g? that we have year by year gained an ever-increasing Jh reputation for reliability and business uprightness un- Xa til “Donaghue” and “Flowers” have become synony- ■p mous throughout the state, and our shipping business <3 has so greatly increased that this year we have added largely to our facilities and built several new green- la houses. These additional facilities will enable us, in Ss the future, to give this branch of our business more 8S careful attention than we have devoted to it in the past. ( lUc Guarantee that all plants or other goods safely and in good condition. Examine carefully on re- ceipt , and report at once should there be any cause for or no special attention to outside trade. So successful shall reach our customers complaint. /I. Donaghue Omaha, Nebraska. 2 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. New Large-Flowering Dwarl Frencti Gannas. The Most Satisfactory Bedding Plant for the American Garden. Ten years ago Mons. Crozy, of Lyons, France, introduced a few varieties of the large-flowering Dwarf French Cannas, and never was a plant introduced into Ameri- can gardens which attained such rapid popu- larity as this type of Canna. The few varieties fixst introduced have multiplied into an inuuin- erable'list, the cream of which we have selected, and after thoroughly testing them in our western climate, we now offer our customers the following list of the best new varieties in their several distinct colors. Alba rosea grandiflora. Might properly be called the Orchid-flowered Canna. Color delicate cream, with rose shad- ing ; free flowering and distinct. 20 cts. each, 6 for $ I, 12 for $2. FRENCH CANNAS. Alphonse Bouvier. This is the grandest of all Cannas for outdoor bedding. It is a very luxuriant grower, in good ground, with good cultivation, growing 6 to 7 feet high. It be- gins to bloom very early, and is one continuous mass of crimson the entire season. The tips of the shoots are surmounted by immense clusters of bright crimson flowers of the very largest size, and nothing can exceed their brilliancy. 15 cts. etch, 6 for 75 cts., 12 for $1.50. Albert Schenkel. A variety of recent introduction which should find a place in every collection. Large, green foliage ; very large and beautiful currant-red flowers. 20 cts. each, 6 for $1, 12 for $2. Florence Vaughan. Conceded by all who have seen it, to be the finest yellow- spotted Canda. Flowers very large, of the most perfect form, with broad, overlap- ping petals, nicely rounded at the ends. Color brilliant yellow, spotted with bright red. A strong, robust grower, and flowers very freely. Height about \'/ z feet. 20 cts. each, 3 for 50 cts., 6 for $1, 12 for {2. Guillaume Constans. Remarkably free- flowering ; large, yellow blooms, spot- ted crimson. 20 cts. each, 6 for |i, 12 for $2. J. Cordioux. Bronze foliage, red flowers. 20 cts. each, 6 for $1. 12 for $2. J. Montel. Dark bronze foliage ; large, handsome, dark red flowers. One of the best Cannas grown. 20 cts. each, 6 for $1, 12 for $ 2. Louis Chretien. Large, beautiful flowers ; dark yellow, with crimson markings ; extra free flowering. 20 cts. each, 6 for $ 1, 12 for $2. La Guill. Foliage green ; large, well-formed flowers ; beautiful apricot color ; very distinct. 20 cts. each, 6 for #1,12 for $2. Mad. Ernest Benary. Flowers of largest size ; beautiful salmon-rose, veined with orange-red. 20 cts. each, 6 for $ 1 , 12 for $2. Marguerite Bruant. Clear carmine, pointed with red ; early and free blooming. 20 cts. each, 6 for $1, 12 for $2. Select Plants for House and Garden. 3 Madam Crozy. Flowers of a dazzling crimson-scarlet, bordered with golden yellow ; a marvelous and rich combination of colors. The plant is of vigorous growth, yet very dwarf in habit, rarely exceeding 4 feet in height. The foliage is of rich, cheerful green, and very massive. The flowers are produced in large, branching stems, which are closely set with bloom, each stem being really a bouquet in itselL It is remarkably free-flowering, and can be had in bloom the year round. 10 cts. each, 12 for $1.10 ; by express, 25 for $ 2 , 50 for $3.75. President Zeys. Very large foliage of tender green color ; large, purplish red flowers. 20 cts. each, 6 for $ 1 , 12 for $ 2 . Souvenir Antoine Crozy. A magnificent new gilt-edge variety. The flowers are very large, with well-rounded petals, which are of the most intense scarlet-crim- son, bordered with a broad band of rich golden yellow ; trusses very large and erect, carrying an immense number of large flowers. Nearly every flower-stalk branches, producing two perfect spikes ; very free bloomer. 35 cts. each, 6 for $ 2 , 12 for $4. CANNA FLORENCE VAUGHAN. 4 A Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. Carnations. OUR COLLECTION O F SIX BEST AND DISTINCT SORTS FOR 1896. This se^is^selected ence to their distinct and striking appearance. Every one free-blooming in habit. PORTIA. The most intense bright scarlet ; strong habit of growth ; the flowers are of medium size and very freely produced ; a fine variety, io cts. each, $1 per doz. DAYBREAK. Flowers large, very full and high centers ; petals thick, of heavy texture, lasting a long time when cut. Color a delicate, pure, bright flesh, with no salmon ’ shadings. A fine free-blooming, long-stemmed variety. 15c. each, $1.50 per doz. GRACE WILDER. One of the most beautiful colors among Carnations— a soft shade of light carmine-pink ; a dwarf but robust grower. 15 cis. each, $1.50 per doz. LIZZIE McGOWAN. A grand white variety. It has a very pure white flower ; very large, often measuring 2 % to 3 inches in diameter. The calyx never bursts ; and the flowers, which are very fragrant, keep fresh a remarkable length of time after being cut. 15 cts. each, $ 1.50 per doz. ROSE QUEEN. An ideal Carnation, a clean, healthy grower, and remarkably free bloomer ; flowers on strong, erect stems ; color a soft, pure rose with no trace of magenta or purple. A No. 1 cut-flower variety. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. ; large plants, 25 and 35 cts. STUART, Brilliant Scar- let. Vigorous growth ; large foli- age ; long and strong stems. The flowers are very large and freely produced. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz.; fine large plants, 25 and 35 cts. each. This Set of Six Superb Carnations for 75 cts. GENERAL LIST OF CARNATIONS. Price, 10 cts. each, any three for 25 cts., any six for 50 cts. Anna Webb. Fine velvety crimson, deeply fringed; medium size ; a free, continuous bloomer, and one of the best. Golden Gate. Golden-yel- low, full and double ; free, con- tinuous bloomer; plant strong and health}'. Golden Triumph. Clear canary yellow; continuous bloom- er ; healthy, and of very vigorous habit. Hector. Scarlet ; very large and a strong grower. Louise Porsch. Yellow, striped red ; one of the best yellows. Wm. Swayne. The most prolific white we have ever grown. Flowers of a medium size, borne on strong stems. Stronz, blooming plants of any variety, 35 cts. each ; smaller plants, ready to bloom, 20 cts. each, unless noted. Select Plants for House and Garden. 5 Chrysanthemums. We give here only a few of the enormous list of varieties of the “ Autumn Queen ” which we grow, and every variety we give is a jewel. When to Plant. — Chrysanthemums may be planted at any time after the ground has become warm in the spring until the middle of June, and they will make large, blooming plants in the fall. Soil. — Chrysanthemums being gross feeders, the soil should be heavily manured ; dig deep and give plenty of moisture ; the plants like sunshine. How to Treat Them. — When the plants are 6 or S inches high pinch them back to a height of 4 inches. Allow four shoots to grow from this main stalk, which should also be pinched back when 4 inches long ; save, then, three or four of the branches J APANESE C H R YSA NTHEMUMS. 6 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, continued. that will spring from each of these limbs. Allow the last branches to attain a height of 6 inches, then pinch out the tops for the last time. This should not be later than August 1st ; after this they should be allowed to grow undisturbed. When to Lift. — Plants should be lifted by September 1st and put into large pots or boxes. Give a thorough watering and place in a shaded, sheltered place for a few days. If large flowers are wanted allow only one flower to each branch, pinching out all but the terminal buds as fast as they appear. Give manure water once a week. Ada Spaulding. Habit most sturdy | and robust ; color distinct, the lower half of the flower being a rich, deep pink, shading in upper portion to the purest pearl white. Christmas Eve. One of the finest late varieties in cultivation ; flower snowy white ; of a beautiful shape. George W. Childs. Deep, rich vel- vety crimson, with no shade of brown or chestnut ; a grand red sort. 15 cts. Harry Balsley. A magnificent fine large flower ; color delicate, soft pink, similar to Catharine Mermet rose ; fine for cut-flowers or exhibition. 15 cts. H. L. Sunderbruch. Bright, golden yellow, of fine incurved form and large size. Harry May. Flowers very large and deep ; full, double forming a massive sphere ; color, deep old gold with occa- sional reddish veins. Hicks Arnold. A strong growing va- riety, bearing large, full, double flowers of an old gold color. Ivory. This is one of the very best va- rieties for pot culture or cut flowers. The plant is a vigorous, compact grower, and makes a handsome specimen with very little training. Flowers pure white, of exquisite form and finish ; petals stiff and lasting. PHILADELPHIA” CHRYSANTHEMUM. Kioto. Very large, incurved, yellow ; strong, free grower ; extra fine. L. Canning. A most exquisite, pure white variety, with very large, flat flow- ers, resembling large satin rosettes. Lady Playfair. Pearly pink ; a fine, large, incurved flower. Mrs. E. G. Hill. One of the earliest of all the large flowering sorts. Flowers very large, 7 to 8 inches across ; full to the center. A grand incurved sphere when fully expanded. Color delicate, pearly pink ; extra fine. Mrs. George Bullock. Broad petals, forming a large, pure white flower ; slight- ly incurved, and some petals quilled. Mutual Friend. A reflexed pure white, from 7 to 1 1 inches in diameter, and great depth of flower. Philadelphia. Undoubtedly the great- est acquisition in Chrysanthemums for many years ; an entirely new type in col- oring, and in form of petal or floret, and in the general contour of the flower, though it is very nearly globular as a whole. The formation of its florets and their disposi- tion makes it gracefully globular in form ; its color is white, illuminated with lemon- yellow, giving it light and life never be- fore seen in a Chrysanthemum. It has been awarded the highest honor by the American Chrysanthemum Society, and was also the center of attraction at all the fall Chrysanthemum shows. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. Pitcher & Manda. Reflexed Japan- ese, not deep, but solid and of large di- ameter; the outer five or six rows are creamy white and of dahlia-like form ; the center is bright yellow, the two colors being sharply defined. A vigorous grower. The Queen. A grand pure white, of extra large size, of beautiful, half globular form with broad, incurved petals. Wm. H. Lincoln. A magnificent gold- en yellow variety ; straight, flat, spread- ing petals, An extra large flower, com- pletely double, and of great substance. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., unless noted. This set of 18 varieties for $1.S0. ROSES. Our Specialty. F OR over a quarter of a century we have been growing Roses to supply the demands of our customers, both for cut-flow- ers and for plants, and in making up the following lists we have used the knowledge which our experience has taught us with the greatest care to name only those varieties which are the best of their class and color. TEA ROSES— GENERAL COLLECTION. The tea-scented Everblooming Roses are almired for their delicious fragrance, free-blooming qualities and the exquisite shapes and coloring of their flowers. They make excellent bedders, and yield a succession of bloom throughout the entire season. Bridesmaid. A Rose of American origin, a “sport” from Catherine Mermet, and possessing all the good qualities of the parent variety. It surpasses it in color, being a deep, brilliant pink, and is constant in color under all conditions. It is in- valuable for winter forcing. t Catherine Mermet. This charming Rose deserves and receives recognition from all Rose lovers. It is eagerly sought after in winter by the ultra fashionable, and is perhaps the most admired of all the Tea Roses. The color is a delicate rosy pink, un- aproaclied by any other. The buds are large, long and pointed, of great substance and most delicious fragrance. OO Niphetos. An elegant Tea Rose ; very large and double, deliciously sweet ; color pure white ; highly valued for its lovely buds, which are very large and pointed. Perle des Jardins. This magnificent Rose still retains its position as the finest Rose of its color ever introduced. The color varies from canary to golden yellow ; flowers large and beautifully formed ; hand- some in every stage of development, from the small- est bud to the open bloom. The color, whether light or deep, always has a peculiar softness not observed in any other yellow Rose. Very full and highly per- fumed. Fine either for forcing or the open ground. It is the favorite yellow Rose. Papa Gontier. A magnificent red Tea. It is a strong grower, with fine, healthy foliage ; the buds are large and long, with thick, broad petals of a dark car- mine-crimson color, changing to a lighter shade in the open flower. An excellent winter-blooming variety, and one of the best for outdoor planting, opening up the flowers in beautiful shape ; a very profuse bloom- ing Rose. NIPHETOS ROSE. 8 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska, TEA ROSES, continued. Souv. de Wootton. Of strong, erect habit of growth and remarkably free- flowering ; every shoot is crowned with one or more buds. Color crimson-red, chang- ing to rosy crimson ; very sweet-scented. Sunset. One of the richest co'.ored Roses in the Tea section — a rich golden am- ber or old-gold, elegantly tinged and shaded with ruddy copper. The flowers and buds are extra large, full, finely formed and deliciously perfumed. The plant is a strong grower and very free bloomer. Fine for both open ground and pot culture. The Bride. A superb, pure white Tea Rose. The buds and flowers are unusu- ally large, finely formed, very double and full, and deliciously’ perfumed ; it is a strong, healthy’ grower, and a quick and constant bloomer ; does well in the open ground, and is particularly valuable for growing in house for cut flowers, as it produces abundantly and its blooms are of the most desirable form and quality for floral work, bouquets, etc. Extra strong Roses, for immediate blooming, 30 cts. each, St per doz.; strong plants, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz,; good plants, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. HYBRID TEA ROSES. This class of Roses is by far the most satisfactory, either planted in the garden or grown in pots. They are hardy, withstanding the vigors of our western climate with but slight protection. When planted out they are covered the entire summer with a profusion of the most gorgeous bloom. Grown in the house, they bloom win- ter and summer continuously. New Hybrid Tea Rose, Belle Siebrecht. A superb and widely advertised new Hybrid Tea, with large buds to 3 inches long, of beautiful form, of a rich, true shade of solid pink ; the plant is of free growth and very free flowering. Strong pi ints, 35 cts. each. Duchess of Albany. This variety is a sport from La France ; deeper in color, more expanded in form, larger in size. The flowers are deep, even pink, very large and full, highly perfumed and of first quality in every respect. The growth of the plant is vigorous, habit good, and the flowers are produced in extraordinary’ profusion, the plants being continually covered with handsome blooms. 15 cts. each. La France. Delicate silvery rose, shaded with cerise pink, often silvery pink with peach shading. Very large, very double and of superb form. It flowers con- tinuallv throughout the season. None can surpass the delicacy’ of its coloring ; in fragrance incomparable ; in form perfect. The sweetest of all Roses. It ranks first, not only in the section to which it belongs, but stands first and foremost among Roses. 15 cts. each. Mad. Caroline Testout. A charming new Hybrid Tea. The flower is large and double, with large, heavy petals ; very fragrant. Color clear, bright satiny pink, -with rosy’ center. A grand cut-flow’er variety, and fine for bedding. 15 cts. each. Meteor. A rich, dark, velvety crimson, Ever- blooming Rose, as fine in color as the best 'of Perpetuals ; the flowers are of good size, very double and perfect in shape, either as buds or when fully opened ; the plant is vigorous and remarkably free-flowering, splendid for pot cul- ture, and the best or the Hybrid Teas as a bed- ding variety for summer cut-flowers, as it re- tains its color even in the hottest weather. 15 cts. each. LA FRANCE ROSE. The Set of 5 for 75 cts. NEW HYBRID TEA ROSE, BELLE SEIBRECHT. (See page 8.) IO A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. DINSMORE ROSE. HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES. In the list offered we believe that the range of color comprises all the distinct and really valuable shades. Many sorts have been left out, not because they are of no value in themselves, but that the sorts listed are superior in size, hardiness, vigor, productiveness, or some other characteristic that is necessary to make a good Rose. Most of these varieties are grown on their own roots. This class of stock gives much better satisfaction to the general planter than budded or grafted plants ; how- ever, some of the finest varieties will not lend themselves readily to this system of culture, and will not produce good plants on their own roots. In such cases we offer the best low-budded stock obtainable. Care should be taken, in planting budded stock, to set out deeply, planting them at least 2 inches below the point where budded, which prevents the stock from suckering to a very great extent. American Beauty. An excellent Rose for forcing ; the flowers are very double, of a deep crimson color, and very fra- grant. Baroness Rothschild. Most beauti- ful of all Roses. Of immense size, per- fect form and exquisite color ; rich, lovely shade of pale pink; delightfully perfumed. Captain Christy. A lovely Rose, blooming almost the entire season ; very large double buds, of a deep flesh color ; strong grower and grand foliage. Dinsmore. A true Perpetual, flower- ing very freely the whole season ; flowers large and very double ; color deep crim- son. The plant is of dwarf, bushy habit, every shoot producing a bud. Gen. Jacqueminot. Brilliant crimson; very large, globular and excellent ; a free bloomer, unsurpassed in its clear, rich crimson-scarlet color. Magna Charta. Bright pink, suffused with carmine ; a beautiful Rose ; strong, vigorous grower. Mrs. John 'Laing. Delicate pink, with satin tinge. Paul Neyron. Very large, dark rose ; by far the largest Rose in cultivation ; one of the most desirable. Extra heavy 2-year-old plants, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz.; food 2-year-old plants, 30 cts. each, $3 per doz.; food 1-year-old plants, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Select Plants for House and Garden. ii HARDY CLIMBING ROSES. These hard}' climbers are beautiful on lattice work or trellises, and valuable where any object is to be covered quickly or a shade is wanted. They are continuous bloom- ers in May and June, and often flower again in the fall. Flowers very Baltimore Belle. Has been k nown to grow 20 feet in one year, double, in clusters, of a pale blush color. Seven Sisters. (Greville. ) Flowering in large clusters of seven each- color clear pink, often variegated white and crimson. . Queen. The only red climbing Rose we have that is perfectly hardy and will bloom the first year. Bright red, changing as the flower opens. Plants about 1 foot high, postpaid, 25 cts.; extra size plants, field-grown, 2-years-old, by express, 35 cts., 4 for $1, 13 for $3. Crimson Rambler. A grand new Hardy Climbing Rose, with immense trusses of bright crimson flowers. s A new Japanese Rose that cannot fail to please all who give it a trial, and should be found m every American garden. Perfectly hardy ; wonderfully free- flowering ; rich, glowing crimson — a color unheard of before in hardy climbing Roses. The plant is a strong, rampant grower, making shoots 10 to 12 feet long in a season after the first year, or when well estab- lished. The flowers are produced in large trusses, pyramidal in shape, often 25 to 30 in a cluster, fairly covering the plant from the ground to the top with a mass of bright, glowing crimson. The color is simply superb, and is retained unfaded, or without showing any of the purplish tinge so often seen in dark Roses, for an unusual length of time. For walls, pillars and porches, or any other place where a hardy climbing Rose is wanted, nothing can be more de- sirable or beautiful. If grown in beds and peg- ged down, it makes a brilliant display with its profusion of bloom, large clusters shooting out from each joint. As many as 300 blooms have been counted on a single branch. This Rose, al- though a “ novelty,” dif- fers from the usual un- tried introductions of French origin. It has been thoroughly tested for sufficient time to prove its value in the best American rosarians. 35 cts, each. CRIMSON RAMBLER ROSE. Geraniums. These plants give universal satisfaction. The flowers are large and showy, and embrace nearly every shade and color. Bedded out they make a gorgeous display all summer, while as pot plants they have few if any equals. Our list contains the cream of the newest introductions. Special prices will be given for large quantities. NOVELTIES IN THE BRUANT TYPE. Alphonse Ricard. The plant is a strong, vigorous grower, branching and com- pact in habit, producing flowers in great masss s ; color a brilliant shade of orange-red. Both floret and truss are of enormous size, semi-double. An excellent bedding sort- 25 cts. each. . Baron de Scalibert. A neat, dwarf, compact grower. Exceptionally free in bloom, so much so that the large trusses of bloom almost hide the foliage, luorets large of a bright, soft pink color, with white center; petals slightly veined red. A lovely color, and a grand addition to this race of sun-proof Geraniums. 25 cts. each. Eureka. A beautiful shade of violet-crimson, center of upper petals marked with brilliant orange, an entirely new color in this class ; trusses of very large size, with large round single florets. 35 cts. each. J J Harrison. For a brilliant display of bright scarlet, we know of nothing equal to this. Bruaut and Heteranthe have for years been considered our best scarlet bedding Geraniums, but in this variety we have equally as good a bloomer, and one that stands our hot, dry climate fully as well, and produces flowers nearly double the size, many single florets measuring 2 inches ard over in diameter. Color rich, bril- liant scarlet, very bright and showy; semi-double. 20 cts. each. Select Plants for House and Garden. 13 GERANIUMS, continued. President Victor Dubois. Immense trusses of extra large, semi-double flow- ers on long, stout foot- stalks. Color a bright magenta rose. Very distinct. 25 cts. each. W. P. Simmons. A variety of dwarf, com- pact habit, and a very abundant bloomer; co- lor bright orange- scar- let. Flowers of grand size, well up above the foliage. 20 cts. each. The set of six new Brnant sorts for $1.25. NEW DOUBLE GERANIUMS. Dr. Blanche. Large, full flowers ; brilliant orange-scarlet. 15 cts. Mad. Bacot. Very remarkable color, yel- lowish orange, the nearest approach to yellow in the doubles ; plant dwarf, very free grower and a profuse bloomer. 15c. each. Marguerite Pinon. Clear rose, marked with violet, changing to dark rose. A beau- tiful and distinct va- riety. 15 cts. each. Mad. Buchner. This variety m i g h t well be t e r m e d a double “ Marguerite de Lay re,” being not only identical in style of plant, but also in its pure, snowy whiteness. Probably the best double white yet raised . 25 cts. CM. A. Borie, aine. Immense sized trusses, florets very double ; brilliant red ; habit of plant like “William ICelway.” We believe this will prove to be the best dark colored Geranium ever sent out. 25 cts. each. Marquis de Galard. A grand variety, that has impressed us very favorably. Plant of free growing and blooming habit; immense trusses, very brilliant rosy cherry orange, a rather new shade in Ge- raniums. A good bedding sort. 15c. each. GPhalene. Center clear rose, borders of petals dark rose ; very free flowering. 15 cts. each. Ruy Bias. This is one of the finest of its color, and is as valuable for pot cul- ture as for bedding. Trusses immense ; large flaming salmon center with rosy peach border ; double. 15 cts. each. Roi des Negres. In this we have an- other fine dark variety ; of good habit and free flowering ; color, blackish crimson or very dark red. 25 cts. each. Robert Roland-Gosseliu. Large round flowers ; center bright chamois, bordered with salmon and maculated white. A very good new variety of the “Ruy Bias” type. 15 cts. each. Surprise. Brilliant red, upper petals marked with white. A good variety, raised by Gerbeaux. 50 cts. each. The Set of 11 New Doubles for $2. Send to us for plants for any special purpose, or for a complete assortment for any particular place. Our experience is at your command. 14 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. TWELVE BEST BEDDING GERANIUMS. DOUBLE WHITE. White Swan, La Favorite. SINGLE WHITE. Queen of Whites. DOUBLE PINK. [Countess Albert, Countess de Baunn. SINGLE PINK. Queen Olga, E. O. Hill, Trophy. (10 cts. each, set of 12 for $1, any 6 for SO cts. DOUBLE CRIMSON La Ceil, Ernest Laugh. DOUBLE SCARLET. Pres. Seymour. SINGLE SCARLET. Queen of the West. Special prices given on large quantities. IVY-LEAVED GERANIUMS. Of these we have a full assortment. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per do/.. BRONZE AND VARIEGATED-LEAVED GERANIUMS. Happy Thought. A tri-color Gera- nium with very dark green foliage, having a light, creamy, almost white center, with a dark band about the light zone. It is a beautiful plant, and the flowers are bright scarlet. Mountain of Snow. Foliage green, handsomely bordered with white ; flowers scarlet ; a fine bedder, the best variety of its color. Mad. Saileroi. A very compact variety of Silver Geranium ; very fine for massing or bordering ; a thrifty, healthy grower, rarely reaching a height of more than 6 inches; leaves very small, of a peculiar clear green, edged with pure white. Prince Bismarck. Foliage yellowish green, with narrow zone of deep chocolate; flowers salmon, tipped white ; a splendid variety. 10 cts. each: our choice, 12 for $l,all named. SCENTED-LEAVED GERANIUMS. Dr. Livingstone. Leaves large and finely cut ; fragrance same as that of the rose . Lemon=scented. Small curly leaves, very fragrant. Rose-scented. The well-known old favorite. lo cts. each, 3 for 25 cts. 24 Geraniums, our choice, for $1, 12 for 50 cts. BCD OF GERANIUMS. Select Plants for House and Garden. IS Other Useful Plants. New Siiver=Edged Abutilon, SOUVENIR DE BONN. A most distinct and striking novelty, and the most wonderful variegated Abutilon yet introduced. The foliage is large and of a deep green color, not mottled and mar- bled as in all other forms of varie gated Abutilons, but each leaf is edged with a broad white margin, not unlike the silver- leaved Ge- raniums. The plant is of strong, robust growth, and forms beauti- ful specimens in a very short time. We know of no variegated plant introduced within recent years which has pleased us so much as this silver edged Abutilon. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Golden Fleece. (Golden Bell.) Beyond question the best yellow variety j et introduced. The habit of the plant is perfect, and the flowers, which are a rich, golden yellow, are pro- duced in great profusion. 15 cts. each, $ 1.50 per doz. NEW SILVER-LEAVED ABUTILON, SOUVENIR DE BONN. Ageratum, John Douglas. Large, azure blue, dwarf and compact. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $6 per 100. ABUTILON. (Flowering: Maple.) Well adapted for house culture; also fine for bedding out in sum- mer. Flowers bell-shaped and drooping. They are called Flow- ering Maples, because the whole plant looks somewhat like a dwarf maple tree. Great bloomer. Snow Storm. Pure white; an excel- lent variety. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. ALOYSIA CITKIODOR A. See Lemon Verbena. ACHYRANTHES. Indispensable for bedding purposes, either in masses or ribboning, their bril- liant tinted leaves forming a marked con- trast with all other plants. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. ALTERANTHERA. Beautiful dwarf plants of compact habit, growing about 6 inches high, and admi- rably adapted for edgings to flower beds or ribbon lines, their beautifully varie- gated foliage of crimson, purple, yellow, pink and green f< ruling rich masses of color, always attractive and ornamental. Aurea nana. Bright golden yellow, holding its color well the entire season. AGERATUM. Old garden favorites of easy culture, blooming continuously throughout the summer months and until late in the fall. Blanche. Pure white ; very desirable. Amabilis tricolor. Orange, crimson and dark green Parychoides major. Crimson, scarlet and pink. Its gorgeous coloring gives it the name of the “ Rainbow Plant.” Rosea nana. Bright rose ; dwarf. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. A. Donaghuk, Omaha, Nebraska. 16 AMARYLLIS EQUESTRE. AGAPANTHUS UMBEL- LATUS. A splendid ornamental plant, bearing clusters of bright blue flowers on long flower stalks, and lasting a long time in bloom. There is no finer plant than this for outdoor decoration, planted in large pots or tubs on the lawn, terrace or piazza. It does well in the house or greenhouse in winter, requiring but slight protection. It is a rapid grower, and increases in size and beauty every year ; the chief point in its cultivation is to divide the plants before the pots or tubs become over- crowded with root'. With the most ordi- nary kind of care it is a plant that will last forever. Strong flowering plants, 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. Vallota purpurea. ( Scarborough Lily.) A valuable free sum- mer and autumn bloomer ; color rich red. It does well planted i n the open ground in May, and w'hen in bud can be potted and removed for conservatory o r window decoration. It is one of the few really good window plants. 35c. each, $3 5 ° P er c,oz - lmantophyllum minia- tum. A beautiful plant, with long, leathery leaves and flower-stems 2 feet long, topped by large clusters of deep orange-red flowers. Also known as Clivia miniata. $1. ALVSSUM, SWEET. (Double Tom Thumb.) This variety has the same dwarf habit as the single, but its trusses are much longer and the florets double. 10c. each, $r per doz., $6 per 100. BgT’We can also furnish Single Tom Thumb variegated and Sweet Alyssum at same price. ANTHERICUM VITTATUM VARIEGATUM. 6 brilliant red flowers 5 inches in diameter, with a distinct white stripe in center of each petal. Very' fragrant. 40 cts. Formosissima. (Jacobaean Lily.) Crimson velvet color, flowering early in the summer. 15 cts. Equestre. Bright salmon-pink, with a distinct snow white blotch at base of petals. 20 cts. AMARYLLISES AM) THEIR ALLIES. An interesting class of plants, desirable for growing in pots, producing showy flowers that are attractive and handsome. The bulbs should be potted in a rich, sandy loam, with good drainage. They require abundant moisture when grow- ing, but at their season of rest water should be given sparingly. Johnsonii. A strong-growing sort, with flower stalk 2 feet high, bearing 3 to An elegant plant, with recurved, grace- ful foliage. The leaves are dark green, beautifully marked with broad stripes and bands of pure white, It produces long spikes of small, star shaped flowers, which are quite effective. Very useful as a basket plant. 15 cts. ASPARAGUS TEMIS- SIMUS. A beautiful species, of climbing habit. Remarkable for the extreme delicacy of its foliage. As a decorative plant for contrast with the foliage of other plants, is most effective. 25c. each, $2.50 perdoz. Select Plants for House and Garden. 17 BEGONIAS. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. (Norfolk Island fine.) Without doubt one of the most service- able plants for house decoration ; well adapted to room culture, and attractive and graceful in appearance. Beautiful specimen plants, 15 inches high, $2 each ; 18 inches, $3 ; 24 inches, $5 ; 36 inches, $ 7.50 ; 48 inches, $10. ASPIDISTRA. Lurida variegata. A beautiful plant, with large, lance-shaped leaves, finely variegated with clear, cream-colored stripes. An elegant window or conserva- tory plant of the easiest culture, and re- markabTe for its great endurance. 50 cts. to Jti. Lurida. A green-leaved variety of the above, of strong growth ; will succeed in any position ; an excellent hall or corri- dor plant. 50 cts. to $1. ARAUCARIA EXCEI.SA. azalea lnuica. (Chinese Azalea.) Beautiful plants for window or conser- vatory decoration. Few plants reward the cultivator more liberally with bloom than these. The plants we offer are fine, shapely specimens of the best and most distinct kinds, with well formed heads, Strong plants by express, istsize, $1.50; 2d size, $1 ; 3d size, 75 cts. The most useful, ornamental and hand- some of house plants. No class of plants will grow and bloom better under ordinary care than the Begonia. Most of the va- rieties are very free growing, and in a short time make handsome specimen plants. Tuberous-rooted. A handsome class of summer-blooming plants, commencing to flower early and continuing in full bloom until frost ; rivaling the Geraniums in depth and intensity of color. They grow best if planted in partial shade in a soil composed of leaf mold, sand and a small portion of well-rotted cow manure. They also make splendid specimen plants when grown in pots. When through flowering they should be dried off and shaken free from earth, and packed in charcoal dust or dry leaf mold, and kept in a warm room until February or March, when they may be started again. Large bulbs that will bloom this season. Single- flowered, mixed, 10 cts. each, $1 per doz., $8 per 100. Double-flowered, mixed, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Argentea guttata. A handsome foli- age variety; purple bronze leaves, oblong in shape, with silvery markings; white flowers. An excellent pot plant. Diadema. A beautiful variety, with large, deeply-cut foliage, rich olive green, with silvery dots and veins. Alba picta. Leaves glossy green, thickly spotted with silvery white ; flower white. TUBEROUS BEGONIA. i8 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. REX BEGONIAS. BEGONIA VERNON. BEGONIAS, continued. Manicata. An elegant variety, with large oval leaves ; flowers flesh-pink ; very beautiful. Blooms very profusely in winter. Manicata aurea. Large, glossy leaves beautifully blotched with creamy white, with carmine etchings in the mature leaves. Flowers delicate blush white, on long stems. It is easily grown, and is one of the finest ornamental foliage plants for the house imaginable. 20 cts. ea. This extensive class of Begonias is re- markable for the invariably very orna- mental and attractive foliage of all the varieties. In some the markings on the large leaves are exqusitely beautiful, mak- ing the plant a most delightful object. Those we offer are carefully selected from a large collection of the choicest yet intro- duced. In addition to those named, we have a largestock of all the standard sorts, which we sell in quantities at specially Metallica. A shrubby variety, good grower and freeblooimr; leaves tri- angular ; under side of leaf and stem hairy, the surface of a lustrous metal- lic or bronze color, veined darker ; flowers white. Rubella. A very ornamental In- dian species; leaves irregular, blotched red on a pallid ground, ribs banded with purplish brown, the under sur- face red. Rubra. This Begonia is a favorite with every one ; its dark, glossy green leaves, combined with its free flower- ing habit, make it one of the best plants for house or conservatory deco- ration. The flowersare a rich coral red, in large pendent panicles. One of the best varieties. Sanderson!. A bushy growing va- riety, with glossy, deep green leaves ; flowers are produced in clusters of drooping, scarlet, heart-shaped buds ; constant bloomer. Incarnata. One of the best flowering Begonias grown. A very old favorite, and always in demand. Flowers a rich, rosy pink, produced in midwinter in great profusion. Vernon. A variety of unusual merit as a bedding sort, flowering fully as freely when planted out as when grown as a pot plant. It begins flowering when first planted, and continues throughout the whole season until stopped by frost. Foli- age rich, glossy green, often shaded deep bronze. Flowers at first opening are a deep red, changing to a beautiful clear rose in the fully open flower. Hydrocoty lifolia. A very striking va- riety ; leaves large, round and smooth, plant low growingand compact. Flowers pink, very- freely produced. 15 ots. each, unless noted ; set of 13 best varieties for $1 40. BEGONIA METALLICA. Select Plants for House and Garden. 19 REX BEGONIA LOUISE CHRETIEN. REX BEGONIAS, continued, low ratts. No plants succeeds better, nor makes a more attractive parlor ornament than this class of Begonias. Adolph Pollock. A very striking and handsome variety. Center and edge of leaves plum-green, spattered with white. A broad zone of silvery white encircles the middle of the leaf. 20 cts. each. Due de Brabant. One of the finest of the family. Center of leaf and edge plum- green, with broad zone of silver, shading into bright green. 20 cts. each. Louise Closson. New. To describe this beauty seems almost impossible. It is simply exquisite. The leaves are medium in size, when young are very brilliant ; zoned with rosy violet, with shades of bronze maroon, having the general ap- earance of Louise Chretien, yet more eautiful, if indeed that is possible. 25c. Louise Chretien. Although not quite new, this superb variety has actually no equal in its family, so that it is still en- titled to a foremost place in a list of novelties. The beautiful coloring of its foliage is almost indescribable, but when we say that it is like changeable silk in its luster we may be understood. Flowers large and of a delicate rose tint. 20 cts. ea. Countess Louise Erdody. Thepecu- liar feature of this new variety is the cu- rious spiral formation of the leaf. But aside from this interesting point, this variety' has much to commend it. Its foliage is beautifully marked and shaded with silvery gray and coppery rose, the veins being a yellowish green. 25 cts. ea. Madam Siebold. A strong-growing very ornamental variety. The leaves are extraordinarily large, zinc colored, marked with small green spots, and edged with a beautiful tinge of purple. 25c. ea. The set of 6 for $1. CURIOUS CACTUSES. We have many odd, rare and curious specimens of these plants, similar to those seen in the wonderful Cactus exhibits at the World’s Fair, from which we will send six kinds, all different, postpaid, for 50c. 20 A. Donaghue, Omah\, Xibraska. roots should he preserved in dry sand in the cellar during the winter. Ex- tra large, 40 cts. each, 12 for $4 ; 1st size, 25 cts. each, 12 for $2.50 ; 2d size, 15 cts. each, T2 for $1.50. CAI.ADItlM, FANCYU.KAVED. Beautiful, ornamental foliage plants, especially valuable for window boxes, vases or specimen plants. Most of the varieties succeed nicely if planted in partially shaded border in light rich soil. 20 cts. each, 6 distinct varie- ties for $ 1 . CALLA. The well-known and beautiful lily- like favorites ; unequaled for house culture. CALADIV1H ESCCLEX TCM. COLEUS. COLEUS. This plant is unsurpassed for massing in ribbon gardening or grown as indi- vidual plants. To save space we list only the six best varieties. Special prices given, if wanted in large quantities. Little Gem, or Miniature. The plant is a miniature form of the old- fashioned Calla ; a full-grown speci- men stands only 8 or 10 inches in height, and is rarely without flowers ; if grown until “ pot-bound ” in 4-inch pots, they will bloom more readily. 20 cts. each. Nana Gem. One size larger growth than the above ; larger flowers. 20 cts. each. /Cthiopica. The well-known white Calla Lily. 15 cts. each. Richardia maculata. (Spotted Calla.) A plant with beautiful spotted leaves. It flowers abundantly during the summer Verschaffeltii. Rich, velvet} crim- son. The best for bedding. Kentish Fire. Maroon, flamed and shaded with brilliant fiery red ; a good bedder. Golden Bedder. Bright golden yellow ; an excellent bedder. John Goode. Yellow, shaded with green ; one of the best bedders. Nigra. Probably the darkest Colei s grown. Pariquette. Beautifully marked with different shades of crimson, yel- low and green ; a good bedder. 10c. each, set of 6 for 50c., 12 for S t . One of the most striking of the or. namental foliage plants, either for pot or lawn planting. Will grow in any good garden soil ; easy of culture ; a full sized plant becomes 4 or 5 feet in height, with immense leaves. The CALLA RICHARDIA; MACULATA. Select Plants for House and Garden. 21 CROTON. CALLA RICHARDIA MACULATA, continued. months. The flowers are shaped like ■those of the Calla, and are pure white, shaded violet inside. It is a deciduous plant, and should be kept dry in winter and started in spring like a dahlia. Strong flowering bulbs. 20 cts. each, 3 for 50c. The set of 4 Callas for 60 cts. CROTONS. Elegant variegated foliage plants ; they succeed in any warm greenhouse and aie very attractive and valuable as decorative plants ; are also used for ornamental bed- ding outside in summer. We offer eight choice varieties. 20 cts. each, the set of S for $1.25. CYCLAMEN PERSICIIM GIGANTEl’M. The Cyclamen is particularly adapted for window culture, blooming in the winter and early spring months. The soil should be very light and rich, containing a good part of peat and sand, with well- rotted cow manure. They require fre- quent watering while growing. 15 cts. each ; large bulbs, 25 cts. COB2EA SCANDENS. A beautiful climber of rapid growth ; large, purple, bell-shaped flowers. For covering arbors trellises, etc., it is indis- pensable, as its dark green foliage and showy flowers make it very attractive. 15 cts. each. CLERODENDRON BALFOVRI. A rapid growing climber of great beauty; it can also be trained in bush form. The flowers, which are of a bright scarlet, are encased by a bag-like calyx of pure white, the trusses or panicles of flowers are up- wards of 6 inches in length, and when trained upon trellises and hanging down, have a rich and elegant appearance ; con- tinually in bloom. A very satisfactoiy house plant. 15 cts. each. i CYCLAMEN PERSICUM GIGANTEUM. 22 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. CASTOR-OIL BEAN. CYTISUS RACEMOSI S. This is one of the most popular and most useful decorative plant in cultiva- tion. It is equally at home in the con- servatory and parlor. Towards spring it begins to bloom, and continues for sev- eral weeks to produce in great quantities racemes of bright yellow, sweet-scented flowers. In appearance it is almost iden- tical with the Scottish Broom, of which the poets have so often written. It is es- pecially useful at Easter. 25 cts to $r each. CASTOR-OIL BEAN. (Rlclnns.) CYPERCS ALTERNIFO- EIUS. (Umbrella Plant.) For house culture we really cannot rec- ommend this plant too highly. No de- scription is necessary, as already it is so universally well known, but we simply wish to call attention to some of its quali- fications perhaps not genera’ly known. No other plant is so easily managed. All it is particular about is plenty of water. It is most at home in an aquarium, although it is an excellent pot plant, even if only kept moderately moist. But to have it in perfection, set the pot in a saucer, or better still, in a jardiniere kept filled with water. Any temperature usual in a house suits it. Stood in a window of any exposure it is all right, but it seems to succeed best in a shady place. Even in the middle or corner of a rather dark room it is quite at home. When age be- gins to turn the leaves yellow, these should be cut off close down to the pot, and very soon new leaves will spring up, and the plant will renew its beauty. 10 cts. each ; large plants, 25 to 50 cts. each. DRACENAS. Indivisa. Green and bronze ; narrow leaves ; a very graceful plant for the cen- ter of vases or hanging baskets. 20 cts.; extra large, by express, 18 to 20 inches, 75 cts. Terminalis. A splendid plant for house and window decoration, with bright tropical looking foliage of rich crimson color, beautifully marked with white and pink in well developed plants. 20 cts. to|x. . A sub-tropical plant, especially valuable for the adornment of the lawn, either planted singly or in groups in combina- tion with cannas, caladiums and such like ornamental plants. We have all the va- rieties, which when fully developed range in height from 3 to 15 feet. Plants will be ready to ship in May. 15 cts. each. CENTAUREA. (Dusty Miller.) Were it not that this plant is so well known, we should devote considerable space to a description of its form and merits, as we deem it indispensable in the flower garden. Gymnocarpa. fern-like foliage. Candidissima. pact. Silvery grey, drooping, Downy white; com- 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS. Select Plants for House or Garden. 23 FICUS KI.ASTICA. DOUBLE WHITE DAISY, SNOW CREST. A most distinct variety, and an improve- ment on all existing sorts. Its habit of growth and size of flowers, in compari- son with older varieties, is gigantic. The flowers, which are borne on stout, stiff stems from 6 to 10 inches long, are of the purest white and full to the center. When fully developed they rise to a conical or sugar-loaf form, and well-grown speci- mens will cover a silver dollar. It makes an admirable hardy garden plant, or may be forced for cut-flowers under the same treatment as violets. 10c. each, $1 per doz. ECHEVERIA SECUNDA GLAUCA. A class of plants with fleshy leaves of a metallic hue, well adapted for dry, sunny situations, and should be more exten- sively used ; combined with alteman- theras and other low-growing plants, it makes a fine showing. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. u ~ FICUS. Elastica. The well-known India- rubber Tree ; one of the very best plants for table or parlor decoration. Its thick, leathery leaves enable it to stand ex- cessive heat and dryness, while its deep, glossy green color always presents a cheerful aspect. Fine plants, 50 cts., 75 cts. and each. Ficus elastica variegata. This is un- doubtedly one of the finest decorative ornamental foliage plants of late introduc- tion. In habit and growth it is like the ordinary F. elastica, but the leaves of this novel plant have a pleasing yellow varie- gation throughout. In every respect a most charming plant. Fine plants, $1 to $1.50 each. Repens. A trailing or creeping variety with small foliage ; useful for basket, 25 cts. FUCHSIAS. Varieties marked with an asterisk (*) are doable. Black Prince. Bright waxy carmine, pink corolla. 10 cts. Mrs. E. 0. Hill.* Rich crimson, white corolla. 20 cts. Rose of Castile. White tube and sepals, purple corolla. 10 cts. Storm King. The flowers are of ex- traordinarily large size and very double ; corolla a beautiful blush-white, veined with carmine ; tube and sepals carmine- red. 15 cts. Oriflamme. Prune-colored corolla, crimson sepals. 10 cts. Speciosa. Corolla orange-scarlet, sepals white. 10 cts. FARFIGIOI GRANDE. A beautiful ornamental foliage plant, either for pot culture or for planting in the open border in a shaded position ; the leaves, from 8 to 10 inches in diameter, are of a thick, leathery texture, dark green in color, with bright yellow spots. Is a very useful window or conserav- tory plant. 25 cts. each, $2.50 per doz. STORM KING FUCHSIA. 24 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. FERNS. Adiantum Farleyense. The finest of Maiden-Hair varieties. 50 cts. Sword Fern. Graceful fronds 18 to 20 inches long ; hardy ; increases rapidly ; you can soon “give a slip ’’ to 20 friends. 20 cts. Adiantum cuneatum. (Maiden-Hair.) Most beautiful of all Ferns. 20 cts. Pteris tremula. (Shaking Fern.) Very pretty and graceful leaves. 20 cts. The set of 4 for $1 ; twelve, all differ- ent, for $2. GLOXINIAS. The handsomest of our summer-bloom- ing plants, the rich and varied coloring of the flowers being beautiful in the extreme, many of them beautifully speckled; flowers 3 inches long by 2 inches in diameter; uj right and pendulous; colors crimson, violet, rose, scarlet, white, etc. They attain the greatest perfection if grown 'in light, rich soil in a shady, well-ventilated frame. After they are done growing they may be kept in a warm, dry cellar, or under the stage of a greenhouse. 20 cts. each, $ 1 for 6. SWORD FERN. GEAI3IOEFS. No plant is more useful for making gay the garden than the Gladiolus forms. Planted at intervals from May I until July, they give a brilliant display in late GLADIOLUS. summer and fall. The tall spikes of flowers are very lasting when cut, and the colors include white, yellow, scarlet, and all intermediate shades. Gandavensis Hybrids. Innumerable varieties have been obtained from this species. Best bedding Gladiolus, in fine varieties,, mixed, including white, pink, scarlet, salmon, and many beautiful shad- ings. $1 per doz. Lemoine’s hybrids. Very distinct in shape and coloring, and hardy with a lit- tle protection. 25 cts. HELIOTROPES. For bedding and pot-culture these fra- grant, heat-loving plants are alike indis- pensable. Their flower-trusses now show many shades of color, from pure white through lavender and pinkish violet to rich, deep purple ; and some have golden- variegated leaves. All the best varieties, 15 cts. each, J1.50 per doz. HIBISCUS, CHINESE. Large-growing, tropical, shrubby plants with glossy foliage. Under the hottest sun they produce enormous flowers in great nu mbers They can be grown in tubs and kept for years. They can also be wintered over in a frost proof cellar with little care. They form superb yard orna- ments when grown to a large size. 20 cts. each ; three, all different, for 40 cts. Select Plants for House and Garden. 25 HYDRANGEA PANICULATA GRANDIFLORA. HYDRANGEAS. Thomas Hogg. The immense trusses of flowers are first slightly tinged with green, becoming of the purest white, and remaining so a long time. Rosea. Similar in habit and growth to the popular Thomas Hogg, except in color, which is a bright rosy red. Hortensis. A well-known and favorite old plant, producing large heads of pink flowers in great profusion. Otaksa. A Japanese variety, produc- ing immense heads of pink flowers. This is the variety so extensively used for Easter decoration . Paniculata grandiflora. This is the finest hardy shrub in cultivation, and en- dures heat and cold extremely well. The flowers, which are bore in dense pyra- midal panicles in the greatest profusion, are white when they first open, but gradually change to rose color, and re- main in good condition for weeks. 25 cts., 50 cts. and f 1 each, according to size. First sizs, 50 e. parh. 3 for $1 ; second size, 30 cts each, 4 for $1. Extra largre plants, any variety, $1 each. The t et of 4 for 75 cts. ICE PLANT. Pretty summer trailing annual for vases and rock work ; leaves covered with ice- like drops \ yi ft. 5 cts. each. IPOMCEA NOCTIFLORA. (Moonflower.) One of the most showy of the annual climbers. A rapid growing vine, easily reaching a height of 25 to 30 feet during theseason. At nightand during dull days the plants are covered with large, pure white, fragrant flowers. 5 to 6 inches in diameter. 15 cts. each, f 1.50 per doz. IMPATIENS SIJLTANI. Of compact, neat habit, and a perpetual bloomer ; the flowers are of a peculiar brilliant rosy scarlet color, inches in dirmeter, and produced very freely. 15 cts. each, $ 1.50 per dozen. IVIES. These plants are rapid growers, and are suitable for hanging baskets and vases, for which they are unsurpassed. German. With smooth, glossy, light green leaves ; a very rapid grower. 10c. English. The well-known European variety. 10 cts. each. LANTANA. We have few continuous - blooming plants that afford a greater variety of colors than the Lantina; all the distinct varieties. Colors orange, crimson, yel- low, lilac, rose, white, etc. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz.; set of 12 for $1. 26 A. Doxaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. LIL Y-OF-TH E-VALLEY. LILV-OF-THE-VALLEY. This is most charming when grown in large patches in partially shaded locali- ties around the lawn, near the borders of streams, lakes, etc., being perfectly hardy. Flowering roots, 5 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz.; large clumps, 50 cts. each, $4.50 per doz. LEMON VERBENA. A universal favorite, and invaluable for its fragrant leaves, so grateful when mixed with bouquets. They will retain their fragrance for years, when dried. Strong plants, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. LOBELIA. A most excellent and useful genus of plants, of easy culture, and well adapted for bedding, edging, pots or rockeries. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. LIUUM. The beautiful Lily family. Lilies are universal favorites, and in every garden may be found a place where some of the species will grow. Even the rarer sorts . are not difficult to grow, and have lately been placed within reach of all. In select- ing a spot for planting Lilies, be careful that it is well drained, so that water stand- ing about the bulbs may not cause them to decay. Any fertilizers used in enrich- ing the soil must be thoroughly decom- posed, and sand and leaf mold or peat mixed with it will be beneficial if the soil is loamy. The majority of species are planted about 6 inches deep ; California varieties not less than 10. In planting, leave room for the clumps to grow large, remembering that, once well planted, the bulbs should not be disturbed for years. A mulch of hay or leaves spread over the soil about them in autumn forms a good winter protection. We have a fine stock of both rare and common varieties. Auratum. (Golden Japan Lily.) This superb Lily has flowers 10 to 12 inches in diameter, composed of six white petals, thickly studded with rich chocolate-crim- son spots, and a bright golden band through the center of each petal ; exqui- site vanilla-like perfume. Extra strong bulbs, 35 cts. each, $3.50 per doz.; fine bulbs, 25 cts. each, $ 2.50 per doz. Speciosum album. Large white flow- ers of great substance, with a greenish band running through the center of each I petal; very fine. 30 cts. each , $3 per doz. Speciosum rubrum. Is white, heavily : spotted with rich crimson spots. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. Longiflorum. Extra fine bulbs of this well-known white trumpet-shaped Lily, 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. LILIUM AURATUM. Select Plants for House and Garden. 27 MANETTIA BICOLOR. A very pretty, rapid growing twining plant, producing tubular flowers over an inch in length, the plant being literally covered with them the entire season . The coloring of these flowers is gorgeous in the extreme, being a flame color, tipped with bright yellow. Given strings or wires to cling to, it will attain a height of from 6 to 10 feet in one season. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. MEXICAN PRIMROSE. A remarkable free-flowering plant of low - spreading growth, seldom growing over 10 inches in height, but inclines to a trailing habit, spreading its branches out over the ground or drooping over the sides of the pot. Flowers about 2 inches in diameter, of a clear pink color, veined with scarlet, with a white center. Excel- • lentforpot or basket culture, beingalmost, coustautly in bl jom. 10 cts. each, 3 for 25 cts. MARANTA MASSAN- GEANA. An extremely valuable genus of decora- tive perennial plants, remarkable for the richness and beauty of their varied and marked foliage. They are free in growth in the stove-house, and largely used in decorative work. 50 cts. each. MOONFLOWER. This plant will attain a height of 40 feet by October 15, blooming abundantly the entire season. It i-i called “Moon flower” from its r ire peculiarity of blooming best at night, although it also expands its flowers in dull days; the flowers are of pure white, from 5 to 6 inches in diameter, emitting a rich jessamine-like odor at night. 15 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. MYOSOTIS. (For({el-JIe-Not.) The Forget Me-Not is an old. favorite plant. It flourishes best in a moist, shady situation, and is in constant bloom nearly the whole season. 15c. ea., $1 50 per doz. NASTURTIUM, TAEL. Climbing; Varieties. Beautiful profuse-flowering climbers of easiest culture, bearing their gorgeous flowers in profusion until killed by frost. NASTURTIUM, DWARF. Very useful for bedding, massing or ribboning. A few' Dwarf Nasturtiums in the yard are very brilliant and attractive, and are in bloom all the season. All the best varieties. 10 cts. each, $1 per doz. OXALIS. Excellent for borders, baskets or win- dow culture. The flowers are always handsome in form and rich in color, and profuse. Bowlei. Large pink. Lutea. Single yellow. Alba. Best white. Any of these three, 10 cts. each, $1 psr doz.; the three for 25 cts. MEXICAN PRIMROSE. 28 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. PALMS. For home decoration, nothing can equal the beautiful Palms now furnished at such low figures as to be available to all. Our list includes only such species as are of tested value and beauty. Areca lutescens. One of the most valuable and beautiful Palms in cultiva- tion ; bright glossy green ioliage and rich golden yellow steins 50 cts. to $25 ea. Cocos VVeddeliana. The most ele- gant and graceful of all the smaller Palms. Its slender, erect stem is freely furnished with its gracefully arching leaves, made up of innumerable long narrow pinnae or segments of a rich green color. The Cocos are admirable for fern dishes, as they are of slow growth, and maintain their beauty for a long time. $1 and $2. Kentia Belmoreana. A beautiful strong-growing Palm. Deep green, crisp foliage. 50 cts. to $10 each. Kentia Forsteriana. One of the finest of the Kentias, with graceful blight green foliage. 50 cts. to $ 10 each. Latania Borbonica. (Chinese Fan- Palm.) The most desirable for general cultivation, especially adapted for cen ters of baskets, vases, jardinieres, etc. 50 cts., Ji, $2, $3, $5, $10 and $25. Phoenix reclinata. Beautiful reclinate foliage. A graceful and exceedingly or- namental Palm. 50 cts., #1, $2.50, $5, 1 10 and $25 each. ARECA LUTESCENS. COCOS WEDDEL1ANA. Seaforthia elegans. Specimen plants, $5 to |t5 each. Cycas revoluta. (Sago Palm.) Prob- ably the most desirable decorative plant grown for lawn and house adornment. Small plants, 1 leaf, 50 cts. each, 2 leaves, 75 cts., 3 leaves, $1.25 each ; large plants, with from 5 to 25 leaves, $3 to $25 each. Pandanus utilis. (Screw Palm.) A most valuable decorative plant from the East Indies, also one of our most useful ornamental plants, b< th for in and out- door culture 25 cts. each ; large plants, 25 inches high, $2 each. Pandanus Javanica. One of the most attractive plants ; the leaves are light green, beautifully marked with broad stripes and bands of pure white, and gracefully curved 75 cts. to $10 ea. PANSIES. I.arge assortment of best varieties. 50 cts. per doz., $3.50 per 100. S9IILAX. A very graceful climber, possessing the rare qualities of delicate and tolerably dense foliage and vining habit, admirably adapting it to climbing or drooping, as may be required. It is also fine as a par- lor or window plant. 10 cts. each. SALVIA. (Sajfe.) Splendens. (Scarlet Sage.) Intense scarlet ; of great value for large beds. $6 per 100. Splendens alba. Similar to above, but pure white. 10 cts. each for any of the above, fi per doz.; set of 7 Salvias (including the above) for 50 cts. Select Plants for House and Garden. 29 SWAINSONIA GALEGI- FOLIA ALBA. A most desirable everblooming plant, with pure white flowers pro- duced in sprays of from 12 to 2 flowers each, the individual blooms resembling a sweet pea. As a dec- orative plant for the window or conservatory, we know of nothing that will give as much satisfaction as the Swainsonia. Its easy cul ture, growing in almost any light position, its freedom of bloom, rarely ever being out of bloom, and the gtace and beauty of the flower and entire plant will un- doubtedly make this one of the most popular plants in cultivation. 15 cts. each, 4 for 50 cts TUBEROSES. One of the most delightfully fra- grant and beautiful of the summer- flowe ring bulbs. By skillful man agement a succession of flowers may be obtained all the year round. For early flowers they should be started in February or March, in the greenhouse or hotbed ; and for a succession they should be planted at intervals as late as August. For flowering in the open border, plant about the first of May. Excelsior Pearl. Extra large bulbs, 5 cts. each, 35 cts. per doz., $2 per 100. SWAINSONIA GALEGIFOLIA ALBA. VERBENAS. We offer twelve of the most distinct varieties of these useful bedding plants. All are of the mammoth or large- flowered type, which we have been selecting and improving for several years past ; the colors range through all the different shades of scarlet, purple, crimson, pink, blue, white, etc. 10 cts. each, $i per doz., $6 per 100. WATER HYACINTHS. (Pontederia.) Very interesting and beautiful ; floats on the surface of the water, and produces fine spikes of light rosy lilac orchid-like flowers. 15 cts, each, $ 1.50 per doz. ‘violets. Single and double varieties. 15 cts. each, {1.50 per doz. Condensed List of Plants. WELL KNOWN SORTS. Aloysia. (Lemon Verbena. ) 10 cts. ea. Alyssum. Double flowered. 10c. ea. Ageratums. Four varieties. 10c. ea. Alternantheras. Three varieties. 10 cts. each, 75 cts. per doz. Cuphea. ( Cigar Plant. ) 10 cts. each. Euphorbia splendens. 15 cts. each. Feverfew. 10 cts. each. Qerman Ivy. 10 cts. each. Madeira Vine. 10 cts. each, 50 cts. per doz. Pilea arborea. 10 cts. each. Peperomia. 10 cts. each. Stevia. 10 cts. each. Saxifraga. 10 cts. each. Tradescantia. Two varieties. 10 cts. each. Vinca major variegata. 10 cts. each. 3 ° A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebra'ska. clematis PANICULATA. (See page^i.) Hardy Vines. AMPELOPSIS. We cannot too strongly recommend the free planting of the many beautiful climbers now to be had. Combining elegance of foliage with beauty of flower, as many of them do, they are most serviceable and desirable. Veitchii. (Boston Ivy.) The well-known clinging vine; much used on our finest modern stone residences. It clings firmly to the smoothest surface, and the leaves overlap each other and form a dense mass. It is a protection to wooden buildings, absorbing the moisture and preventing decay. In summer the leaves are of a deep green, but towards autumn they assume beautiful tints of scarlet, crimson and orange. 15 inches, 15 cts.; 2 feet, 25 cts.; extra, 3 feet, 40Cts., postpaid ; 15 inches, 6 for 60 cts. ; doz., $1 ; 2 feet, 6 for 90 cts. ; doz., $1.50; extra, 3 feet, 6 for $1.25 ; doz., $2.25, not prepaid. Quinquefolia. (Virginia Creeper.) Luxuriant in growth, with handsome foliage turning to bright crimson in the fall. Very hardy vine for covering old tree trunks, walls or fences. 20 cts. each, 3 for 50 cts., postpaid. Select Plants for House and Garden. 3i CLEMATIS. Henryi. Fine, large, creamy white flowers. A strong grower and very hardy ; one of the best of the white varieties ; a perpetual bloomer. Jackmanni. The flowers, when fully expanded, are from 4 to 6 inches in diam- eter ; intense violet-purple, with a rich, velvety appearance, distinctly veined. It flowers continually from July until cut down by frost. Coccinea. A very handsome hardy climber, bearing thick, bell-shaped flowers of a bright coral-red color ; blooms with wonderful profusion from June until frost. 25 cts. each, 5 for $ 1 . Paniculata. (New Sweet-scented Japan Clematis.) One of the finest additions to our list of hardy climbers that has been made in years. A vine of very rapid growth, quickly covering trellises and arbors with handsome, clean, glossy green foliage. The flowers are of medium size, pure white, borne in immense sheets, and of a most delicious and penetrating fragrance. These flowers appear in September, at a season when very few other vines are in bloom. The extreme rapidity of its growth, the showy foliage, beautiful and fragrant flowers borne so very Ireely, and its late blooming nature, united with an entire hardihood, serve to make this one of the very choicest of recent introductions. 20 cts. each, 6 for $1 ; extra-strong, 2-year-old plants, 36 cts, each, 4 for f 1. VINES AND TRAILING PLANTS. For Vases, Haiixlnsf Baskets, Etc. Cinnamon Vine. A rapid climber. 10c. Cypress Vine. Admirably adapted for hanging baskets. 10 cts. Ground Ivy. Very useful for vases and hanging baskets. 10 cts. Ground Ivy, New Variegated. A ver\- handsome plant, and well adapted for vases or baskets. 10 cts. Lobelia. For baskets or vases ; also extensively used for edging flower beds, several of the varieties being admirably adapted for that purpose. 10 cts. Lonicera var. Honeysuckle adapted for baskets. 10 cts. Mesembryanthemum. I n variety. Excellent vase plants. 10 cts. Maurandya. White and purple; charm- ing plants for vases and baskets. 10 cts. Madeira Vine. For vases or trellises. 10 cts. Othonna crassifolia. An excellent vine for hanging baskets. 10 cts. Saxifraga sarmentosa. An old favor- ite ; very suitable for vases and baskets. 10 cts. Tradescantia. (Wandering Jew.) In- dispensable for vases and baskets ; in variety. 10 cts. THADESCANTIA. CINNAMON VINE. Thunbergia. Rapid grower. 10 cts. Tropaeolum. (Nasturtium.) Very desirable climbers, and excellent vase plants. 10 cts. Vinca. Green and variegated varie- ties, for vases and baskets. 10c. to 25c. Vinca minor. (Myrtle.) Extensively used in cemeteries for covering graves. 10 cts. to 25 cts. NOTE.— All of the above plants listed at 10 cts. each we sell at $1 per doz. ; those at 25 cts. each are $2.50 per doz. 32 A. Donaghue, Omaha, Nebraska. OUR CUT-FLOWER DEPARTMENT. The largest and best equipped in the state. Send io cents for our Illustrated Cata- logue, containing 36 photographs of floral arrangements and valuable suggestions for table and wedding decorations, brides’ and bridesmaids’ bouquets, funeral designs, etc. FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS. Our products in the line of every conceivable design and arrangement in which fresh flowers and greens can be used, have obtained a most favorable reputation. The great charm of floral designs and arrangements, whether used for the home table, gifts, weddings, receptions, commencements, funerals, or other purposes, consists in the choiceness of all flowers employed, the fitness and beauty of the design, and the free, artistic skill with which they are put together. In every one of these par- ticulars we claim ability for meeting the most exacting demands. We pride ourselves on our ability to suggest and arrange designs suited for any occasion, and are very glad to serve those who are tired of old ways and styles and who crave something fresh as well as artistic in this line. We always receive the latest designs and ideas for making up flowers, as they come out in New York and the east. LOOSE CUT-FLOWERS. In this shape many flowers are daily handled and shipped. Their prices are esti- mated by count mostly, and vary some- what with the season. In summer, flowers do not average as choice in quality and as durable as in winter. During the midwinter holiday season (December 15 to January 10) they are the most expensive, and are apt to cost nearly double the common prices at other times. Arranged in boxes with their long stems and fine foliage, these treasures of nature cause pleasant smiles, and as a present to a friend or acquaintance are always acceptable. If undecided about selecting, give us an idea of the use to which the flowers are to be put and their cost, and leave selection to us. In such cases we are sure to please you. A fair- sized box of flowers varies from $2.50 to $5 in cost, while we go as low as $1 and $1.50 for small, and as high as you wish for very large boxes. We append a list with prices of the staple kinds, and which are in daily supply in our store in their respective sea- sons of bloom and beauty. Select Plants for House and Garden. 33 CUT-FLOWER DEPARTMENT, continued. Nov. to Mar. inclusive (except holidays); Holidays April to October, Roses, long-stemmed, with foliage. Dec j&£#>- 5 ’ Mermets La France an 1 Cusin, pink tints ; Brides, white . $1 50 to $2 50 $3 00 to $2, 5° $1 00 to $t 25 Perle and Hoste, cream white . 1 50 to 2 OO 2 50 to 3 00 I 00 to I 25 Niphctos, pure white I oo to 1 50 2 00 to 2 50 I 00 to I 25 Assorted Roses, our selection . . I 25 to 2 00 2 25 to 3 00 I 00 to I 25 Carnations, white, light pink, etc. ; long steins 35 to 50 5° to 75 25 to 35 Violets, double, best quality and fresh, Dec. to Jan., 75 cts. per bunch of 25. Holidays, $1 per bunch of 25 ; Feb., March and April 35 to 50 cts. per bunch. Lily-of-the-Valley Sprays, season Jan. to May, inclusive, 75 cts. to $1 per doz. Roman Hyacinths, white, season from Nov. to May, inclusive, 75 cts. to $1 per doz, Bermuda Lily and Calla Lilies, season Jan. to May, inclusive, 25 cts. each, J2.50 to {3 per doz. Daffodills, ( double yellow ) , Narcissus (white and yellow, \ In season Feb. to May, Tulips and Hyacinths, in assorted colors, J inclusive, $1 per doz. Chrysanthemums in variety. Oct.115 to Dec, 15. Selected blooms, $1, $2, $2.50 and $3 per doz. Specimen show flowers, 25 to 50 cts. each. Greens. Smilax strings, 4 to 6 feet long, 35 to 50 cts. Maidenhair and other Ferns, 25 to 50 cts. per doz. Climbing Asparagus. Sprays, 15 to 25 cts.; strings, 2 to 4 feet long, 35 to 50 cts. Other Leading Kinds of Flowers. Nov. and Dec. Bouvardias and Stevias, Freesias and White Narcissus. Dec. to May. Pansies, Marguerite Daisies, Blue Forget-me-not, Mignonette. June. Hardy Roses and Paeonies from out-doors. July atd Aug. Sweet Peas, Lilies, Gladioli, Asters, Coreopsis. Sept, and Oct. Gladioli, Asters, Hydrangeas, Dahlias, Coreopsis. Address 109 South fV . DONAGHUE, Sixteenth St. Omaha, Nebraska. &59SA J. HORACE MCFARLAND COMPANY, MOUNT PLEASANT PRINTERT, HARRISBURG, FA. - ; • v < \ .