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COLLECTION A MAILED FRlFTO YOUR ADDRESS FOR $1.00.

1 ROSE PAPA GONTIER. 4 CARNATION PORTIA

2 ROSE DUCHESS OF ALBANY. 5 CARNATION AMERICAN FLAG.

3 ROSE CATHERINE MERMET. 6 PELARGONIUM.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S

THE FOLLOWING COLLECTIONS WILL MATERIALLY ASSIST OUR CUSTOMERS

IN MAKING OUT
THEIR SPRING ORDERS FOR PLANTS AND BULBS.

All the collections have been personally selected; it is only by preparing them ahead, and growing in immense
quantities, that we can afford to offer then: at such exceptional low prices. Unlike most of the cheap collections
usually offered, each plant is distinctly labeled true to name, and all are healthy young stock. Tlte choice of varieties must
invariably be left to us, the purchaser simply naming the Collection desired.

Every Collection sent ay mail, postpaid, upon receipt of price,

Collection C '.■

. $1.00-15 CHOICE CHRYSANTHEMUMS. All distinct, large flowering varieties;
ready by 1st ot March. Our selection only.

Collection D

. $I.O0— 15 EVER- BLOOMING EOSES, in 15 varieties. Best adapted for out-door
culture; all deliglitfullj 7 fragrant, continuous bloomers. Our selection only.

Collection E ;■

. $1.00—12 FINE HYBEID PEEPETUAL EOSES. These are perfectly hardy ami
need no protection, but will produce their exquisite flowers of unsurpassed fragrance
. only in Spring and Fall. Our selection.

Collection r .•

. $2.00—10 NEW PBIZE CHRYSANTHEMUMS, selected from our importation of
, new varieties. A grand present to send to Eastern friends.

Collection U .•

. $l.O0—12 FUCHSIAS, in 12 sorts, all of the best and latest kinds. Our selection

Collection H .

. $1.00—12 COLEUS, embracing the most distinct and finest marked varieties. Our
. selection only. .\ /. .• .■. .•. .•. ,\

Collection 1

$1.00—10 Varieties of our NEW DOUBLE AND SINGLE GERANIUMS. Our

. selection.

Collection J

. $1.50— 12 BEGONIAS. Foliage and flowering sorts \

. Our selection. . - . .'. .\ .'. .\ .'. .•. .-. .-. ;•.

Collection K ."•

. $1.50—12 CLIMBING PLANTS, all different varieties. .-.
. Our selection. .'. .■. .'. .". .". .:.

Collection L :■

. $1.00—12 HAEDY BEDDING PLANTS, for the garden.
. Our selection.

Collection M :'■

. $1.50—12 Varieties HOUSE PLANTS, flowering and ornamental.
. Our selection.

Collection N

. $1.00—12 DAHLIAS; 12 Beautiful Varieties of show Dahlias. Ready in March.
. Our selection.

Collection O ;

. $1.00-S Splendid DOUBLE PETUNIAS. .\
. Our selection.

Collection P :■

. $1.00— 10 Choice Varieties of MONTHLY CARNATIONS. .-. .-. . .-.
. Our selection. ^ .'. •". •'• •'• •"• •'• •'. .". •

VEGETABLE I'LAMTM-By Express Only.

Cabbage Plants. Per 100 plants, 50c; ready in j Tomato Plants. Per dozen, 20c; $1.00 per 100.
January, February and March. Ready in March.

Cauliflower Plants. Per 100 plants, 50c; ready Sweet Potato Plants. ;>0l- per 100; $4.00 pe r

in January, February and March. 1 1000. Ready in March.

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Cox's Novelties and Choice Strains

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BULBS, PLANTS AND SEEDS.

WE ALSO INTRODUCE THIS SEASON

The Novelties of the German, English and French Seed Merchants.

KEff FRENCH CANBTAS.

Carinas, are without doubt,
among the finest of ornamen-
tal plants, producing large,
bold foliage of various shades
of green aud dark metallic
hues, while the flowers are
massive, and range from yel-
low, orange, scarlet, deep
crimson and magenta. They
are particularly suited to our
climate, only requiring abun-
dance of water and mulch to
produce a grand sub tropical
effect, as well as color and
character to our gardens, and
they will flower the whole sum-
mer through.

Admiral Courbet.
Flowers very large, of a light
lemon-yellow, flamed, striped
and spotted with crimson;
foliage pea green; 3 feet. 25
cents each. — 1 ^

Autoine Crozy. Rich,
deep green foliage; a strong,
vigorous grower and free-
blooming; flowers of a bright
cherry carmine; 4% feet. 30
cents each.

Brilliaiitissima. The
handsomest of all dark leaved
Cannas, the dark metallic
bronze leaves having a tint of
scarlet in them, giving it a very
brilliant and lustrous appear-
ance; of medium height. The
foliage is as handsome as Bra-
cena terminalis; for centers of
vases, etc. 25 cents each.

Child ii (The Tiger Oanna).
The flowers are borne in large, compact panicles, are of
large size and perfect shape, with broad petals and of a
bright, glossy, yellow color, thickly spotted with crim-
son. 25 cents each.

Eti entail n i . The most distinct of all Cannas on
account of large oval soft green leaves and carmine-red
flowers, which are produced on large flower stems; each
branch bears abont twelve flowers. This is one of the
most striking and desirable Cannas ever introduced. 30
cents each.

Emile Leclaire. Flowers large, bright golden
yellow, mottled and spotted crimson and scarlet. It will
be found useful as a cut flower, as its peculiar color gives
it the appearance of an Orchid. Pea-green foliage. 20
cents each.

Flaecida. Fine large lemon-colored flowers. 20
cents each.

Jules Cliretein. Flowers large, with long, broad
petals of a bright glowing cerise crimson. 25 cts. each.

Notltoui. Crimson-scarlet. The flowers are very
large, growing erect, instead of drooping. The foliage is
of a beautiful bluish green, growing compact, forming

New French Cannas

nearly solid masses of warm
coloring; 6 feet. 15 cts. each.

Madame Crozy. This
Canna is one that every one
can succeed with, as it will
grow in the open ground as
readily and easily as the com-
mon varieties of Cannas, which
have been so largely used in
sit b-tropical gardening. These
plants produce all the wealth
and richness, and the tropical
luxuriance of foliage of the
common kinds, added to which
is the gorgeousness of their
flaming panicles of bloom,
which are borne in immense
heads at the terminus of every
shoot. The flowers are flam-
ing scarlet, bordered with
gold; a marvelous combina-
tion of colors, having all the
delicacy and beauty of the
rarest Orchid. 30 cents each.

Robust a. This variety,
with good cultivation, will
grow fully ten feet high, with
immense leaves four feet long
by one and a half feet in width,
of dark bronze and green col-
ors. 20 cents each.

Sr.de Mine. Liaband.
Leaves dark green; hise spikes
of large flowers; bright cherry.
25 cents each.

Star of 1891 (Ever-bloom-
ing Canna). Color bright or-
ange-scarlet, edged with gold.
The enormous panicles of
bloom which are borne contin-
uously, even on plants only a foot or two in height, and
in small pots, is indeed marvelous. 25 cents each.

Veutura. A Prince among Cannas; with the largest
flowers of any sort yet offered, measuring five inches
across, a self color, a beautiful blending of scarlet and
carmine, not crowded, but each flower standing out from
the stem, and drooping in the most graceful manner;
petals l]4 to 1% inches across, by 3 inches long; foliage
rich green, with dark line on edge; a persistent bloomer,
every little shoot giving large plumy blossoms; height
3% to 4 feet. 75 cents each.

YELLOW CALLA.

(Richardia Hastata.)

Resembling in all respects the White Calla, excepting
that the flowers are of a light yellow. $1.00 each.

SPOTTED CALXA.

(Richardia Alba Maculata.)

The leaves of this variety are deep green, with numer-
ous white spots, which gives the plant a very ornamental

£W ERRATA. — Page 81, CURRANTS, should be 10c. each, $1.00 per dozen, instead of 30c. each, aud $3 00 per dozen.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

appearance. The flowers are pure white, with a black
center. They grow freely, either in-doors or out. 25
cents each; $2.00 per dozen.

ilLADIUM ESCIJLENTIJIW,

Or Elephant's Ear.

Its immense leaves, lends a tropical appearance to col-
lections which is exceedingly effective; and for the center
of vases it is almost without a superior, provided it
receives rich soil and much water. It would be difficult
to find another as beautiful and imposing decorative
plant. Small bulbs, 15c; large bulbs, 25c.

WHITE CALLA.

The White Calla, or Lily of the Nile, is a well-known
plant of easy culture, and in winter is one of our best
window plants. To aid profuse blooming, keep them
dormant from the middle of June to last of August, re-
pot in good rich soil, using 4 to 6 inch pot, give water,
light and heat in abundance. Dry bulbs, 15 cents each;
$1.25 per dozen.

BLACK CALLA.

(Arum Sanclum.)
This magnificent and inti resting variety resembles
in habit and foliage the White Calla. The bulbs or-
iginally came from 1'alestine, growing about Jerusalem,
which makes each growing plant a souvenir of the
Holy Land. It is very difficult to properly describe
the Arum Sanctum, and we regret we do not have a
colored plate to aid us. The magnificent flowers are
sweet - scented and often over a foot

long, seven to nineinches jWst across, and so

beautifully shaped and < N^ r turned that

they must have served j5Hf}«!» as models for
the exquisite vases and sculptures of

the great ancient artists; jS&wcCih. color the rich-
est velvety black imng- <£HKwSa inable; spike
or spadix rises ten to ^OijS^; twelve inches
and is ebony black; splendid rich

green luxuriant foliage. ^wISPHa^ Caubeaseasi-
ly grown as a Calla Lily, jlj&Simiffflffl' ^ut needing
more room and richer lat^SBt?? soil. Price,
per bulb, 50 cents.

Arum Sauctura (Black Calla).

DWARF CALLA— « Little Gem."

Should not be confused with the "Gem," being entirely distinct.

is, indeed a pigmy, scarcely ever exceeding the height of one foot, yet
producing good sized flowers in great abundance. The bulbs of "Little
Gem" are exceedingly scarce. 35 cents each.

GIANT TORCH LILY.

(Doryanthes Excelsa.)

The Giant Torch Lily of Australia. A magnificent plant, with long
Dracaena like foliage. It throws up a lofty spike of bright scarlet flowers,
like an immense fiery torch, the stem of which is often twelve to fifteen
feet high— a beautiful and distinct plant for a garden. It has the general
habit of an Amaryllis in foliage and growth, but is, of course, gigantic
in proportions. Few are found in cultivation, and those who have room
for it can procure nothing more rare and novel. In the Southern States
and in California, it is hardy and can be grown in the open ground.
Bulbs are too large to be sent by mail. $1.00 each; small plants, 60 cts

HYiTIENOCALLlK (Pacranlium) CARIBBiEUlfl

Or Giant Spider Lily.

Tlrs magnificent South Florida Spider Lily produces immense umbels
of often as many as twenty live flowers, and nearly always two or more
flower scapes at the same time. The flowers are airy and fragile appear-
ing and deliriously sweet-scented. In the center of each flower is a
beautiful crown or saucer resembling tissue paper. It, is a very popular
species for forcing in winter for cut flowers, and is particularly desirable

for planting out in the open ground for summer blooming. In the fall the bulbs may be pulled up and kept dry over
winter the same as Gladiolus, ete., or be grown in pots and water withheld when they
Bulbs, 25 cents each.

Doryanthes Excelsa (Giant Torch Lily).

evince a desire to rest.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO. S CATALOGUE.

Japanese Pink Spider Lily.

CBOTUn FIMBRIATCLIM,

Or Milk and Wine Lily.

A grand sort almost as beautiful as
Crinuni Kii kii, but its bulbs do not grow
as large, aud its strong growing foliage
is erect and sword-shaped. Flowers in
umbels, very large and showy, three to
four inches in diameter, striped with
white and carmine and very fragrant.
Fine blooming bulbs, 25 cents each;
largest size, 35 cents each.

AMARYLLIS KQl'KS-
TKR.

(Equestrian Lily of Barbadoes.)

A fine flower of good size; orange-red
in color, with green star in center; free
bloomer and very striking. 25c.

BFGONIAS.

Tuberous Rooted.
We have imported direct from Mr.
John Laiug, of England, new Single
and Double Begonia Roots. The flow-
ers are bornn on upright stiff stems, and
often exceed 5 inches in diameter when
well grown. Nothing can exceed the
brilliancy of their waxy flowers. Will
do well m the open air during the spring
and summer months. They make a
fine plant for window or conservatory
decorations. Single. Orange-scarlet,
Pink, Salmon, White, ea. 25c; #2.50 per
doz. Double, extra choice mixed, 50e.
each; per doz., §5.00.

SIXQLE DAHLIAS.

The Single Dahlia grows tall and blooms abundantly.
They are adapted for cutting. 20c. each; $2.00 per doz.

JAPANESE PJXK SPIDER LILY

The Japanese Pink variety cannot fail to create a sen-
sation. If planted in a warm, light position, they will
prove perfectly hardy. In California they would thrive
freely and increase rapidly in the open air, without any
protection whatever, blooming at the proper time.

As shown in our illustration, a clump of bulbs produces
a large huniber of spikes of the most delicate flowers, varying
in their colors from pinkish salmon to pink, vermilion and
seat let, the petals being beautifully undulated, and by
artificial light sparkling like jewels; an ornament indeed
for the finest parlor.

All lovers of the beautiful should certainly add this to
their collection. Bulbs, 20 cents each.

(RL\UM A3IEKICAKBM.

An evergreen species and of the easiest culture, is best
grown as a pot plant . Crinums bloom best when some-
what pot-bound. Its large white, exquisitely fragrant,
lily-like flowers are produced in an umbel and borne on
a tall stem. A striking plant, and needs rich, moist soil.
It can be kept glowing and blooming (at intervals) the
year round. Our bulbs are collected in one particular
locality where they grow much finer and larger than any
we ever saw offered in the East. We offer fine blooming
size bulbs at the extremely low price of 30 cents each, 3
for 75 cents.

4 851 \ I H It lit li II.

This magnificent bulb produces flowers of the greatest
beauty. Its leaves are wavy-edged and radiate in the
form of a rosette. Usually two flower stalks, each two
or more feet tall, and of a dark purplish color, are sent
up at the same time, each beaiing a large umbel, consist-
ing of a dozen or more, large, lily-like flowers of the
greatest beauty and fragrance. The petals are broad and
pure white, with a deep reddish purple stiipe down the
center of the outside of each and showing through faintly
on the inside. 35 cents each; large bulbs, 50 cents each.

Single Dahlias.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

GLADIOLUS.

JK urbank's Sew California Strain.

The New California Strain have extremely bold flowers— often five inches across
a single bloom— of great substance, clustered on stiff, compact, low growing spikes,
and will endure the fiercest sun and wind for days without injury.

In producing this new strain, a million or more of seedlings have been raised, and
a careful selection carried on for twelve vears.

Gladioli (

r California. The flowers of Ihis remarkable freak are closely
packed all around the spite like a Hyacinth, and arc often DOUBLE,
having from lo to 16 petals each; light cherry-rose, striped lilac-
crimson. A single bulb produces from 3 to 6 enormous spikes,
very beautiful and strikingly distinct, strong blooming bulbs,

each, .ft. 01); per dozen, 110.00.

Mania Kowa. One of t lie best of t lie new dwarfs, particularly
attractive flower; dark flesh pink with a salmon sheen streaked
with purplish-crimson and sometimes with black; edges of pelvis
charmingly tipped white. Multiplies vapidly, strong blooming

bulbs, earl,, ,f|. 00; per dozen, $10 00-

The Complete Set of Varieties, one bulb each, for $:!.00.

alifornia.

IHaripOSa. Very attractive large open flower of great sub-
stance, puicst snow white striped and flaked with cherry -crim-
son and sometimes varying from almost pure white to cherry-red.
Strong blooming bulbs, each, 60c; per dozen, $5.00.

Shasta. Unequalled for abundance of Bowers which are

white flaked and shaded carminc-rosr: flowers closely set on the
spike: multiplies with astonishing rapidity. Bulbs, each, 25C. ;
per dozen, $2.00.
Volo. Pure rich deep crimson. Bulbs, - : OC. each ; $ft.00 doz.

Cisco. Clear rose-pink, with salmon tint. Bulbs, each, 25c. ;
per dozen, $2.00.

Seed of the New Catiforilla Strains, mixed, 16c. per pkt.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

AQUATIC OR WATER PLANTS.

A great interest ha* recently sprung up in the cultiva-
tion of water plants. The pools containing these superb
aquatics have been the center of attractions for admiring
thousands, No class of plants introduced into the
public parks all over the country during the past two or
three years has created such a decided sensation as the
three "following magnificent ever-blooming Red, White
and Blue Water Lilies, they can be grown from seeds as
readily as Poppies or Balsams. Seeds planted from the
rirst to the middle of March in teacups of soil and water,
will make fine little plants by the first of June, and if
panted out then, either in tubs or a pool, will begin
blooming in July, and continue to produce a profusion
of flowers every day until the Fall.

Blue Zanzibar Water Lily [Nymphcea Zanzi-
bnrensbi azurea). Plants from the seed of this maguiticent
variety will yield flowers varying from a light to a very
dark, deep blue. The stamens of all are a bright golden
yellow, tipped with the same shade of blue as the petals.
The flowers open at about 7 a. m. and close about 5 p. m.,
each flower opeuing four days in succession, and giving
off a most delightful odor. Seed, per packet, 25 cents.

Red Zanzibar Water Lily ( -V. Zan. rosea).
This is a superb and very rare variety of the blue, and
like it in every respect except its color, which varies from
rich pink to a deep rose, almost crimson in some speci-
mens; the yellow stamens tipped with the same shade of
red as the petals. Seeds, per packet, 25 cents.

White Night-Blooming Water Lily (N.
Dentata). This grand species opens its flowers at about 8
o'clock at night, remaining expanded until noon the next
day. They are pure, pearly white, with petals expanded
horizontally, so that the flowers are perfectly flat like a
star, thus differing from all other varieties; odor most
peculiar and agreeable. The seeds are longer in germina-
ting than the others; but they are just as easy to raise.
Seeds, per packet, 25 cents. One packet each of the three
sorts for 05 cents.

Nyniphaea Odorata Gigautea. This is a
gigautic form of the common White Water Lily. We have
measured leaves of it which were twenty-two inches in
diameter and flowers eight inches across. The leaves are
very thick and heavy, and have their edges very curious-
ly ruffled, and in some instances turned up, forming a
rim after the manner of the wonderful Victoria Regia.
Flowers fragrant, pure white, with a golden yellow center,
and of decided cup-shape, giving it a very distinct appear-
ance. Growing with the ordinary form of Nymphcea odor-
ata it looks like a giant among pigmies, and is undoubt-

edly the finest hardy Water Lily ever introduced. It will
prove a valuable Novelty, and we can furnish fine roots
at 25 cents each.

IVympliaea Flava. A genuine Water Lily with
yellow flowers, native of Florida, and not found in any
other part of the world. Leaves and flowers a little
smaller than those of the common Water Lily, the former
beautifully variegated with brown, the latter bright gold-
en yellow and deliciously fragrant like Locust blossoms,
but more delicate. Perfectly hardy at the North, but
should have as warm a position in summer as possible.
Fine roots, 25 cents each.

AMERICAN EOTUS.

(Nelumbium Luteurn.)
One of the most tropical appearing plants in cultiva-
tion, though perfectly hardy. The immense flowers and
the greater part of the gigantic leaves are borne high
above the water, presenting a beautiful appearance.
Flowers are fragrant, as large as a quart bowl, of a rich
sulphur yellow color. The first day they appear like
gigantic tea rose buds, but on the second they open like
an immense Tulip or Magnolia, showing the exquisite
arrangement of stamens within. Very easily raised from
seed which must have a bole filed or drilled through the
shell to the kernel, but not into it. Plant in any good
soil. Price, per packet, 25 cents.

THE WONDERFUL W ATER HI.

ACL\TH.

(Eichhomia [Pontederia] crassipes major.)

Most exquisite flowers resembling a spike of Hyacinth
bloom, but as beautiful as an Orchid. Each flower is as

j large or larger than a silver dollar, in color a beautiful,
soft, lilac-rose, sparkling as covered with diamond dust.
The upper petal which is the largest, has a large metallic
blue blotch in the center, and in the center of that a small,
deep golden-yellow spot. In the window a beautiful effect
is produced by using a glass vessel of some sort, with
shells and white sand so arranged in the bottom as to
conceal a small amount of soil. In the summer set a tub
in the sunniest part in the yard, put two or three inches
of soil in the bottom, cover with an inch or two of sand,
fill full of water and drop the plant in. Keep the tub full
of water, and the hotter the sun and weather the more
profusely it will bloom. Our cut of the plant and flowers

j convey but an imperfect idea of their beauty. Fine

| plants, 25 cents each.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO

PARROT'S FEATHER.

( Myriophyllum Proserpinacoides.)
An aquatic hanging plant is a novelty indeed, and we
have it to perfection in this dainty little jewel. Its long
trailing stems are clothed with whorls of the most ex-
quisite foliage as finely cut as the leaves of the Cypress
Vine and much more delicate. Planted in a water tight
hanging basket so water can be kept standing on the
surface of the soil, it will trail down over the sides in a
most charming manner. In a tank or lake it prefers
shallow water and will run about over the surface, the
ends of the creeping stems standing erect, forming beau-
tiful tufts or tassels. It can be grown in the tubs with
other aquatics, and trained over the sides with beautiful
effect. Price, 10 cents each.

RAN AN AS.

Everybody has doubtless seen and probably tasted the
fruit of the Banana. But very few know that the plants
can be grown as successfully as Caunas. They make
grand decorative plants grown in large pots, kegs or tubs
of rich soil. But they are particularly valuable for open
ground culture in the center of beds of foliage plants,
moist situations, etc. In planting dig a good sized hole,
18 inches or more deep, fill with rich soil and plenty of
well decayed manure (they will thrive wonderfully in
muck soil); set the plants in this and keep well watered
during the summer, and they will make an astonishing
growth. Just before frost cut all the leaves off (but do
not cut the stalk), dig them up and place the roots in a
box of earth, and keep quite dry (to prevent growth), and
they winter as easily as a Ganna or Dahlia. The second
summer they will bloom and then you will behold a sight
you may never have dreamed of. Sometimes they bloom
early enough in the season to mature their fruits. If
you want to see the grandest plant that ever grew, plant
a Banana. It will be the wonder of your neighborhood.

Dwarf or Cavendish Banana [Musa Caven-
dishii). An extra fine sort; dwarf, but very strong and
robust, attaining a height of only six or eight feet. The
magnificent leaves look as though sprinkled with blood.
Yield of fruit enormous, sometimes as many as 200 or 800
in a bunch. Small plants, 50 cents each.

Hart'* Choice (Musa Orieutum). Of medium height,
stalk and mid-rib tinged with red. Bears early and is
very hardy for a Banana. Fruit uusurpassed in flavor.
Small plants, 50 cents each.

RED SPANISH PINEAPPLE.

This is the Pineapple of commerce, a very ornamental
plant, and undoubtedly the best variety for pot culture.
Fruit ruddy yellow when ripe; flavor sub-acid, sparkling.
Likes a loose, sandy soil and plenty of moisture. Should
be repotted frequently during the first year. Price, 50
cents each.

TRIFOLIATE ORANGE.

This is the most hardy of the Orange family, and will
stand our Northern climate with little or no protection,
and is also desirable for pot culture. In the parks of both
New York and Philadelphia it is growing luxuriantly,
and blooming and fruiting profusely. It is dwarf, of a
low, shrubby growth, with beautiful trifoliate, glossy
green leaves, and abundance of large, white, sweet-scent-
ed blossoms, larger and liner than any other variety of
Orange blossoms, and borne almost continually. The
fruit is small, bright orange red in color, having a pecu-
liar, pleasant flavor. The tine appearance of the plant,
with its constant habit of blooming and showy fruit,
combine to make a plant of peculiar value and beauty.
25 cents each; for $1.00; extra large, 50 cents each.

DAISIES.

Snowcresr. (New Double White Daisy). 1% to 2
inches in diameter. 10 cents each; 00 cents per dozen.

<iia nl (New Double Pink Daisy). 1 l A to 2 inches in
diameter. 10 cents each; 00 cents per dozen.

SEW RED HYDRANGEA.

( BRANCHED.)

A great improvement on the old pink variety. Nice
young plants, 30 cents each.

ROMNEYA COULTERI.

The great California Giant Poppy. Extra fine plants
will bloom this summer; flowers 6 inches in diameter,
very fragrant. §1.00 each.

ASTER GRACILIS.

A great novelty for hanging baskets, rockeries or the
garden; constant bloomer; does well under any condi-
tion. A gem. 20 cents each.

DOUBLE NASTURTIUMS.

Of these most valuable aud ever- blooming climbers we
have offered the orange red variety last season. We have
now three distinct varieties to offer, all of which are very
free bloomers and the flowers are as double as a Daisy.
Orange Ked, extremely double; Yellow, very large, double;
Darkness, dark brown, very double, and strong grower.
Price, 20 cents each.

MEXICAN PRIMROSE.

A charming basket or pot plant just brought to notice.
The flowers are of a beautiful, bright, clear pink color,
veined with scarlet, and with a white center. The superb
color, combined with airy grace and beautiful form, goes
to make a flower which is in beauty perfection itself. The
plant seldom grows over ten inches in height, but inclines
to a trailing habit, spreading its branches out over the
ground, or drooping over the sides of the pots. We offer
nice plants at 25 cents each.

NEW LARGE FLOWERING
PYRETHRUM,

Or Pink Marguerite.

Constant bloomer during the summer season. Very
showy. 25 cents each; §2.00 per dozen.

LANT ANAS.

These bright colored flowering plants, of all shades ex-
cept blue, are continually one mass of blooms, and are
rarely seen in our gardens. We have a fine collection of
them at 25 cents each; $2.00 per dozen, assorted colors.

SWAINSONIAS.

Of these fine and constant flowering shrubs, we have
the white as well as the purple. 25 cents each.

NEW AND RARE MAGNOLIAS.

Magnolia grandiflora oxouiensis. A love-
ly evergreen species with large leathery bright green
leaves that look as if made of wax, a foot or eighteen in-
ches long and four inches wide; in addition to the beauty
of the foliage, it bears large fragrant white flowers. Very
rare and choice. Strong plants, 2 to 3 feet, §2.00 each.

Magnolia Consi>iciia . An elegant variety cov-
ered during the month of May with masses of white
flowers before the leaves appear. Price, §2.00 each.

Magnolia ODOVata rilbra. A charming variety
with large cup shaped flowers, outside shaded red, veined
with white; inside, pure white. $2.00 each.

Magnolia obovata purpurea- A tim variety
similar to the above, but having the outside lavender or
light purple, shaded and veined with white; inside, pearly
while. $2.00 each.

Magnolia Kobus. A profuse bloomer with white
flowers; outside of flower white, shaded with light pink.
$1.50 each.

PERUVIAN MLIES.-( A latr center iajs.)

A very interesting and showy family, rapidly rising in
favor since they are becoming better known; varied in
colors, ranging through all shades of orsnge, yellow,
scarlet, pink, white and black, Wooderfully free bloom-
ers, producing a stalk of curious lily-like flowers. Plant
he roots one foot deep. 15 cts. each; two for 25 cts.

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ECKFORD'S MAGNIFICENT NEW
SWEET PEAS ■ =

Mr. Henry Eckford's Seedling Sweet Peas, have attracted
universal attention from Horticulturists and Flower lovers
in all parts of the world. They have been awarded First-
class Certificates from the Royal Horticultural Society, in London,
England. The following are the best of recent introduction, the flow-
ers are remarkable for their size and beautiful colors. Mixed, 25 cts.
per oz.; 75 cts. per % lb.; $2.50 per lb.

Apple Blossom. The standards bright pinkish- rose, the wings
blush, a beautiful shade-of Apple Blossom; very pretty and distinct.
5 cents per packet.

Roreattou. Fine deep maroon self. 5 cents per packet.
Cardinal. Bright shining crimson-scarlet; superb variety. 5
cents per packet.

Captain of the Bines. The standards bright purple-blue,
with pale blue wings; a very striking and fine variety. 10 cts. per pkt.
Countess of Radnor. Pale mauve standards, with a deeper
shading of mauve; wings pale lilac or delicate mauve. 10 cents per packet.

Empress of India. Clear rosy pink standards and white wings. 15
cents per packet.

Indigo King. Standards dark maroon purple, wings clear indigo blue.
5 cents per packet.

Imperial Blue. Blue shaded mauve; very distinct. 5 cents per packet.
Isa Eekford. Creamy white suffused with rosy-pink. 5 cents per packet,
ftliss Hunt. Pale carmine salmon standards, with soft pink wings; very
pretty indeed. 10 cents per packet.

Mrs. Sankey. Pure white, a large bold flower; a fine improvement on all
other whites; very grand. 10 cents per packet.

Orange Prince. Bright orange pink flushed with scarlet; very distinct
and beautiful. 5 cents per packet.

Purple ''rince. Maroon standards, shaded with bronze, and purple
blue wings; very fine and distinct. 10 cents per packet.

Princess Victoria. Standards dark cerise, the wings mauve pink, and
slight lines of rose. 10 cents per packet.

Primrose. A near approach to a Yellow Sweet Pea, quite novel and dis-
tinct in color; the standards and wings, pale primrose yellow. 15 cents per packet.

Princess of Wales. A lovely variety sha led and striped mauve, on white ground. 5 cents per packet.
Queen of 1-2 u gland. White, of large size and good substance. 15 cents per packet.

Splendour. Color rich bright pinkish-rose, shaded with crimson; flowers large, and of the finest form; a
superbly distinct variety. 5 cents per packet.

Senator. Shaded and striped chocolate on creamy ground. 10 cents per packet, j One Packet each of the \
Tile Queen. Rosy-pink shaded with light mauve. 5 cents per packet. j above mailed for $1.00. J

THE BUTTERFLY PEA (Centroseiua <; rami i flora).

(SOMETHING ABSOLUTELY NEW.)

A perfectly hardy, perennial vine of rare and exquisite beauty, which blooms early in June from seed sown in
April, and bears in the greatest profusion inverted, pea-shaped flowers, from 1% to 2% inches in diameter, ranging
in color from a rosy-violet to a reddish-purple, with a broad feathered white marking through the center. The large
buds and the back of the flowers are pure white, making it appear as if one plaut bore many different colored flowers
at one time. Occasionally plants bear pure white flowers, while others are margined with a broad white feathering.
The flowers are produced in the greatest abundance, sometimes 6 to 8 in a single cluster. The stem and foliage are
very graceful, aud of a delightful odor. Blooming stems placed in water remain fresh for mauy days. It is well
adapted for every garden purpose, especially as a climbsr, ruuning 6 to 8 feet in season. Even in the poorest soil it
will bloom freely until cut down by frost. 20 cents per packet.

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ESCHSCIIOLT5KIA MARI-
TIMA.

A new variety of the Yellow California Pop-
py, found in Guadalonpe Island, of a deep
golden yellow; a perennial. It is a perpetual
strong growing variety, and cannot be praised
too highly. 25 cents per packet.

BEGONIAS.
Striped -Flowered, Tuberous

Begonia Tuberous Vittata.

( BEN ART.)

This is an entirely new and distinct class of
Begonias, being rayed and striped. Nearly
all the colors common to the older varieties,
and in addition a rich chrome-yellow, are corn-
prised in this new class, and the flowers are
marked or striped, after the manner of a Car-
nation, with a great variety of pleasing shades
of white, yellow and red, which particularly
is apparent even in the flower-buds. Per pkt.,
50 cents.

GLOXINIA.

Corona. Splendid new hybrid, large flow-
ering, belonging to the class of French spotted
or dotted Gloxinias, and to the very finest of
■which it will, in respect both to size and beauty of flower, form a worthy companion. Its distinguishing character-
istics are enormous blooms, three to four inches across, with six or seven divisions, and a large, richly- veined throat
of deep violet red, passing into a beautiful indigo towards the orifice, this color gradually disappears and the pure
white outer ground is marked with innumerable dark blue dots. Per pkt., 50 cents.

SEALED COLLECTIONS OF PELARGONIUM SEED,

Eschscholtzia Maritime,

From Seedlings of exquisite beauty, the choicest varieties
of English and French growers.

No. 19

Collection containing Twelve
Splendid Varieties of

DIADEMATUM PELARGONIUM.

viz:

Alice

Digby Grand
Duchesse de Morny
Duchess of Bedford
Duchess of Edinburgh
La Patrie
Lucie I.emoine
Madame Favart
Madame Thibaut
Marie

Princess Hortense
Triompe de St. Mande

10 Seeds of each Variety, $1.50
per Collection.

No. 20

Collection containing Twelve
Splendid Varieties of

FANCY PELARGONIUM,

viz:

Ambassadress
East Lvnne
Ellen Beck
Medina

Miss Emily Little
Mrs. Hart
Mrs. Laugtry
Mrs. Thornton
Phyllis
Princess Teck
The Shah
Thomas Ring

10 Seeds of each Variety, $1.50
per Collection.

No. 21

Collection Containing Twelve
Splendid Varieties of

LARGE FLOWERED OR SHOW
PELARGONIUM, viz:

Blue Beard

Comet

Conspirator

Corunua

Indian Yellow

Magnate

Martial

Orient

Rayon d'Or

Svmmetrv

The Czar

Triumph

10 Seeds of each Variety. $1.50
per Collection.

No. 22

Collection Containing Twelve
Splendid Varieties of

SPOTTED PELARGONIUM

Comtesse de Choiseul

Edward Perkins

Emperor of Russia

Fairv Queen

Gold Mine

Lady Isabel

Madame Marie Knecht

Magpie

Marie Malet

Mrs. Potten

Rosetta

Spotted Beauty

10 Seeds of each Variety, $1.50
per Collection.

WILD FLOWER GARDEN.

(Choice Mtxeel Flower Seeds.)

A mixture of over one hundred beautiful easy growing, hardy flowers, producing a constant and varied bloom the
entire season; the different seasons of bloom insuring something new almost every day. Gentlemen who have ex-
tensive drives upon their premises, can make them still more attractive by planting patches along each side, thereby
giving them a tine display of flowers during the entire season at a very moderate cost. They are also particularly
adapted for the cemetery, or for the ornamentation of public parks, church-yards, shrubberies, woodland walks, na-
tural rockeries, railway embankments, etc. Also for sowing alongside of fences and on untidy, bare spots of ground,
which are so frequently found about almost every place in the country, which, if properly cared for and kept free
from weeds, will produce more flowers during a season than are found in many of the best cultivated gardens. The
great demand for our " Wild Flower Garden Mixture" the past season, has induced us to add many new and beautiful
varieties to the mixture. Price, per large pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., $1.00; lb., $3 00, post-paid.

I POME A (Heavenly Blue).

The foliage is large, heart-shaped, thick, and light green; flowers 4% to 5 inches across, in large airy clusters, and
of that indescribable heavenly blue so rarely seen in flowers. The throat is yellow inside, spreading softly into the
blue. In the morning about nine o'clock no lovelier sight can be imagined than this climber, which is completely
covered with blooms, so much so as to almost cover the foliage. This Ipomea should be planted in pots, very early'
in Spring; roots allowed to become pot bound, when it will begin to bloom very young. Per pkt., 10 cents.

CY PERLS ALTERNIFOLILS (Umbrella Plant).

Makes a splendid plant for the center of baskets, vases, or a line pot plant for a window. The long stems are sur-
mounted at the top by a cluster or whorl of leaves, diverging horizontally, giving the plant a very curious appearance,
looking like a small Umbrella Palm. Per pkt., 10 cents.

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FASSIFIvORA EDCMS.

The Granadilla. ( Spanish, Passionaria or
Granadilla) . A beautiful climbing herbaceous
plant with shining lobed leaves. Verj T quick-
growing, bearing fruit the second year; one of
the best of the eight or ten edible species of
Passion Vines, and one of the most ornamental
of all the genus (which includes two hundred
species). "The Passion flowers were so named
by the ear'y Roman Catholic missionaries to
South America, who found in them symbols of
the Crucifixion — the crown of thorns in the
fringes of the flower, nails in the styles with
their capitate stigmas; hammers to drive them
in the stamens, cords in the tendrils." The
Granadilla fruit is as large as a goose-egg, and
of a purplish color. Petals of the flower, white;
crown whitish, with a blue or violet base. The
plant is a native of Brazil. Per pkt., 15 cents.

SUNFLOWER.

Primrose-colored. New. One of the
most striking and curious Sunflowers ever pro-
duced; tery handsome; height, six to eight feet.
Per pkt., 10 cents.

ASTER "Jligiion."

Of this beautiful Aster, which has so rapidly
acquired general popularity, the originator has
succeeded in obtaining several new colors. The
flowers are light blue, lilac, rose, carmine rose,
and crimson varieties, in addition to the fine
white one obtained several years back. We
warmly recommend this mixed seed as sure to produce
exclusively handsome flowers of perfect form. Pkt., 25c.

Passiflora Edulis.

of a creamy white, and having a golden
rounded by rich velvety purple. Per pkt

yellow
., 15 ce

eye sur-
nts.

Aristolochia Elegans.

ARISTOEOCHIA EUEGANS.

One of the best Summer climbers; of rapid and dense
growth. It bears profusely, even on small plants, its
handsome and elegant flowers of a rich dark purple color,
ornamental throughout with irregular branched markings

Caruatiou, -Margaret

MARGARET CARNATIONS.

This new and magnificent species has met with an enor-
mous success, thousands of practical gardeners and
amateurs unanimously state; that a similar valuable nov-
elty has never been offered. In fact the appearance in
the market of this new Carnation, has produced a revolu-
tion amongst the growers of this genus. For, whoever
dreamt of obtaining Carnation flowers from seed about
four months after sowing ? The plants are of robust
habit and flower most profusely, the calyx of which never
split. Early sowing in the year will give you a profusion
of sweet-scented flowers in July. By a proper method of
growing you will have flowers throughout the year. Per
packet, 15 cents; 2 packets; 25 cents.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

RHODA^THE, DOUBLE WHITE

This new pure white double variety being by far the
most lovely of the genus, it will prove a very valuable
plant for the pots as well as a first-class everlasting flow-
er for bouquets and other decorative work. Pkt., 10c.

Poppy-'The Shirley.

POPPY-" The Shirley."

. A very beautiful selection of the Eanunculus-flowered
Poppy, the range of colors extending from pure white
through the most delicate shades of pale pink, rose and
carmine, to the deepest crimson; whilst to add to the
effect, many are most delicately edged, shaded and striped.
The form is most beautiful, being semi-double, rendering
it a very valuable flower for table and general decoration,
as the blooms, when cut young, will stand for several
days without dropping. Per pkt., 10 cents.

TULIP POPPY.

(Papaver Glaucum.)

Magnificent species, originating from Armenia, whence
it was received by Mr. Max Leichtlin, to whom we are
indebted for the introduction of so many valuable plants.

The plant rises to a height of from 12 to 14 inches, and
produces fifty to sixty large and splendid flowers of the
most vivid scarlet imaginable. The two outer petals of
the flower bear a similarity to a saucer, in which are set
two erect petals, of the same color, forming a pouch-like
receptacle enclosing and seemingly protecting the anthers.
When the flowers begin to fade two black spots are visi-
ble at the base of the petals.

From a mere description, no adequate idea can be gain-
ed of the strikingly beautiful effect presented by a bed or
mass when the plants are m full bloom, the color being
of such glowing richness as to perlectly dazzle the eye;
the beholder is at once reminded of the well-known Scar-
let Due Van Tholl or Vermilion brilliant Tulips and for
this reason we think the fitness of the.popular name Tulip
Poppy will hardly be questioned. It commences bloom-
ing early in June and flowers abundantly. Sow where
the plants are in bloom. Seed slow in germinating. Per
pkt., 15 cents.

TKCOJl A. Staiis.

Known as Yellow Elder. In the fall a "glory of golden
yellow flowers;" very quick-growing; delights in high,
well-drained land; plants frequently make a growth of
eight or ten feet the first year. Valuable as screens for
unsightly fences, buildings, etc.; one of the most valuable
flowering shrubs. Per pkt., 15 cents.

IPOM03A LEARII.

(Blue Dawn Flower.)

From Ceylon, A handsome, quick-growing, perennial
climber. Often flowers in bunches of a half dozen; the
individual blooms are trumpet shaped, about four inches
across, of a rich violet blue, with live reddish purple rays.
Grows about twenty-five feet in one season; and is a most
attractive climber. Per pkt., 10 cents.

TACSOXIA. Bnehaiiaui.

A beautiful perennial climbing plant, having very large
pink flowers. Per pkt.; 15 cents.

TACSONIA YAW YOLXEMI.

This beautiful climber flowers most abundantly for
almost the whole year: the flowers individually are about
live inches in diameter, and of the richest scarlet. One
of the finest of the Passion Flower family. Per pkt., 15c.

Little Gem Sweet Alyssum.

LITTLE GEM SWEET ALYSSUJI.

The plants are very dwarf, spreading, and remarkably
uniform in growth; they only grow three to four inches
high, and each plant spreads so as to completely cover a
circular space twelve to twenty inches in diameter. The
' plants begin to flower while quite young, and soon be-
: come one mass of white, remaining in full bloom from
spring to fall— each plant being densely studded with the
beautiful miniature spikes of deliriously fragrani flowers.
More than Jour hundred clusters of flowers in full bloom hai'e
beeh counted on a single plant. The Little Gem is entirely
distinct and very much more beautiful than the popular
old Sweet Alyssum. Per pkt., 10 cents.

Comet Aster.

COMET ASTER.

A new and beautiful class, forming line, regular pyra-
mids twelve to fifteen inches high, covered with largo
double flowers. In shape they resemble a large flowered
Japanese Chrysanthemum, the petals being long and
twisted or curled and wavy. The color is a lovely deli-
cate pink bordered with white. Per pkt., 15 cents.

ICELAND POPPIES.

These Poppies range in color from the purest satiny
white and yellow to the deepest glowing orange-scarlet.
, and have a delicious lilac-like fragrance, the flowers

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being produced in never-ceasing succession
from the beginning of June to October. Not
only are these Poppies attractive in the garden,
but for elegance in a cut state they are simply
unsurpassed, lasting quite a week if cut direct-
ly they are open. Mixed. Per pkt., 10 cents

CARDINAL POPPY.

Papaver Somniferum Nanum Fl. PI. Cardnale— (Brnan/)
The dwarf and particularly robust and com-
pact habit of growth of tbisuovelty, renders it
entirely distinct from all other double Poppies.
The plant attains a height of about eighteen
inches, and is furnished with deeply cut dark
green foliage, with which ten to twelve enor-
mous and very double flowers of glowing scar-
let, on white ground, stand out in striking
contrast. The blooming period of the Cardinal
Poppy is of longer duration than that of any
other double annual variety, and this coupled
with the uncommon showiness of its flowers
will soon bring it into general request for the
formation of highly effective beds, for enliven-
ing mixed borders. Per pkt., 15 cents.

PKTLNIA FIJIRRL4TA
VENOSA FLORE PLENO.

Double Fringed Veined Petunia.

[Benary.)

A new, beautiful fringed double variety of Petunia.
The flowers are large, of a light lilac color, beautifully
veined with red. Per pkt., 50 cents.

CALLIOPSIS, Golden H ave.

A very showy sort with bright golden yellow flowers,
with small dark centers; blooming profusely. Pkt., 10c.

FERNS.

From a splendid collection of thirty best sorts; green-
house varieties. Per pkt., 25 cents.

Cox's Prize Gloxinias.

COX'S PRIZE GLOXINIAS.

This strain embraces the greatest possible variety of
form and coloring, and includes rich shades of crimson,
blue and white selfs, together with a variety of parti-col-
ored flowers, elegantly mottled and striped. Pkt., 25c.

Japanese Hollyhock, "Tokio."

NEW JAPANESE HOLLYHOCK
" TOKIO."

A most beautiful and characteristic Japanese variety,
of healthy and luxuriant growth; attaining a height of
about five feet, bearing an unusually number of large
double flowers of distinct and picturesque beauty; the
petals are beautifully frilled, of rich wine maroon at the
base, shading to cherry red, and edged white. Its strik-
ing effect attracts the attention of the most uninterested.
Per pkt., 10 cents.

HAND A VILLA SATEOLENS.

Fine summer climber, with great clusters of large, waxy
star shape blossoms, exquisitely fragrant, resembling the
single Tuberose in shape, but larger. Per pkt., 15 cents.

ROMNEI A COILTERI.

(The Great White California Foppy.)
This fine perennial is of supreme and stately beauty; as
an out-door plant it may well be considered one of the
best for yielding a long suc-
cession of bloom, flowering as
it does from July until Novem-
ber. It is of value as a cut
flower, lasting well in water,
and its delicate Primrose-like
perfume is most acceptable in
a room. The texture of the
petals fire extremely delicate,
indeed, half transparent; they
never loose the crumpled folds
that iu the case of most Pop-
pies, betoken a newly opened
state. The flowers are very
large, 4 to 5 inches across,
pure white, with a fine bunch
of yellow stamens resembling
large white single Pseonies.
Per pkt., 15 cents. Romneja Coulteri.

CLEMATIS DAVIDIA N A.

This new Japanese Clematis is destined to be one of
the finest of the hardy plants, and indispens ible to all
collections of plants. It is a shrubby, upright plant from
two to four feet high, with fresh bright foliage; leaves
grow in whorls around the stem. The flowers circle and
cluster in the greatest profusion around each whorl of

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRAN CISCO.

leaves, making several tiers (four to six) of clusters
extending, one above the other, from near the
ground to the top of the foliage. Flowers are long,
tubular, bell-shaped, of perfect form, and distinct;
deep lavender color, of delicious fragrance. Per
packet, 25 cents.

PHORKIOI TEW AX VARIE-
OATA.

Variegated New Zealand Flax. A very ornament-
al and effective large shrub, beautifully marked with
gold. Per packet, 20 cents.

HIBISCUS — Rosa Sinensis.

Also known as Chinese Hibiscus. These showy
and well-known plants are among the most valu-
able lawn or garden plants for California. In the
course of a few favorable seasons some of the varie-
ties will reach a height of ten or twelve feet, bloom-
ing profusely from one year's end to the other.
Many riorists' varieties in every shade of color from
deepest scarlet to flesh color. Mixed. Pkt., 50c.

CAIJfAS.

We can supply seeds of the following new varie-
ties, 1 packet each of six varieties, $1.00.

Doyen Jo Sisley. Flowers large, of a clear ma-
genta, overlaid with caimine. Per packet, 25 cents.

Edward Michel. Large flowers of a rich salmon,
overlaid with scarlet, marked with orange. Per packet,
25 cents.

Geo. Ilarcotirt. Yellow flowers, streaked and
sprinkled with scarlet; dwarf. Per packet, 25 cents.

Hibiscus— Rosa Sinensis.

Madame Crozy. Giant sort; flowers rich vermil-
ion, bordered with gold. Per packet, 25 cents.

Madame Allaniagiiy. Yellow flowers spotted
with brown. Per packet, 25 cents.

Princess <le Bancoran. Flowers orange red,
bordered yellow. Per packet, 25 cents.

Cox's novelties and Choice Strains of Vegetable Seeds

NEW WATERMELON, RUBY GOLD.

Flesh solid, pure golden yellow, variegated with streaks and layers of bright pink or ruby red, which often appear
in a star-shaped form. This makes it at ouce the most beautiful, odd and novel Melon ever seen. It is also as much
superior to other Melons in quality as it is in beauty. It has a sweetness and lu.sciousness which no other Melon
possesses, being tender and melts in the mouth like ice cream without a particle of core or stringy substance. It is
very juicy and does not loose its flavor when it becomes over-ripe like most sorts. It is solid to the center, and ripens
close to the rind which is very thin. Price per lb., $1.50; )/± lb., 50c; pkt., 10c.

• S E M I BTO Ij E" W ATE R 91 E L01T.

Of which the annexed
is a fair representation,
is oblong in shape,
smooth and beautifully
proportioned; it is of
two colors, g»"ay and
light green; the latter
seems to be just a dark-
er coloring of the for-
mer, the gray color
greatly predominating.
Melons of both colors
are found on the same
vine, and both are ex-
actly the same in shape,
uniform size, color of
seed and flavor.

This new Melon pos-
sesses four qualities
which will make it the
most popular Melon
ever offered to the pub-
lic. It is extra early,
extra large, enormously
productive anil of most
ileliciou* flavor. It is in
all respects a perfect
Melon, its beautiful
shape and 6ne appear-
ance, combined with its

luscious and sugary flesh, are bound to win for it popular favor. Ter packet, 5 cents; oz., 15 cents; lb., $1.50.

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liyingstojps sew oraoo watermelon.

Theillustratiou given
herewith, is engraved
from a photograph,
and shows accurate-
y the shape of the
Gragg Watermelon.
It came from the
northern part of Tex-
as, and is justly fa-
mous in its native
home, but how it or-
iginated is unknown.
It has been tested in
the north ( Northern
New York ), south,
and -west, and not a
single unfavorable
report. Wherever
grown it has called
forth the highest
praise for its unex-
celled quality, its new
and distinct appear-
ance, its earliness, its
hardiness and great
productiveness. It is
very juicy, sweet and
melting.

It has, moreover,
a peculiarly rich fla-
vor, which is found
in no other Melon

■with which we are acquainted. They continue good throughout the season; Melons from the same field were tested
at different times for a period of five weeks, and the quality was uniformly superior. It is perfectly distinct in both
outside and inside appearance. The latter is of a delicate salmon tint, which is exceedingly handsome and tempting.
In outside appearance we have never seen anything like it. The color is dark green, with alternate stripes of a lighter
green; the whole being covered with a delicate tracing of dark veins; giving the fruit a peculiar and handsome appear-
ance. It occasionally shows a Melon of a lighter shade, somewhat resembling the Gypsy, but probably few would
ever detect it. Although a large Melon, it is very early, being at least two weeks earlier than the Ice Cream. Price,
per lb., §1.50; % lb., 50c.;'pkt., 10c.

LETTUCE— Buttercup.

This foreign sort, the leaves are of a beautiful yellow color, making the plant very di-tinct and attractive. In addi-
tion to its beauty, it is one of the best quality, and although a good forcing sort, still it stands the sun well, and is in
useable condition longer than most varieties. Price, per pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 2 oz., 55c; % lb., §1.00; lb., $3.00.

TURNIP.

Teltan, or Small Berlin. Very small, spindle-shaped roots; the rind has a peculiar flavor, and should not
be taken off when used; esteemed for flavoring soups. Pkt., 10c ; oz., 15c; % lb., 35c.

CELESTIAL PEPPER.

A novelty from China. It is not only a most excellent Pepper, but one of the most beautiful plants in existence.
The plant begins to set in Peppers early in the season, and continues until frost, branching freely, and bearing pro-
fusely. The Peppers up to the
time they are full grown, are of
a delicate, creamy-yellow color,
and when fully grown, change
to an intense, vivid scarlet. Per
pkt., 15 cents.

GIANT PERA.

Recommended as being the
largest Long Green Cucumber
in cultivation. Skin perfectly free from spines; flesh clear, crisp and white. ^ Price, per pkt., lO cents.

Cucumber — liiant fern.

RED MIKADO TOMATO.

We consider this one of the finest Tomatoes ever sent out. It is of very large size and fine flavored; for slicing
it will be found excellent, as it has few seeds and is very solid. The Tomatoes are borne in clusters of four to seven,
ripen evenly, and remain firm when fully ripe. Of a bright red color, free from purple tinge. Price, per pkt., 10
cents; oz., 40 cents; lb., §4.00.

SWISS CHARD, SILVER OR SEA-KALE BEETS.

This variety is grown for its leaves only; the middle of the leaf is cooked and served in the same way as Asparagus;
the other portions of the leaf are used like Spinach, and are of much finer quality than other Beet greens. It is grown
extensively in France, Germany and other European countries, and considered there indispensable, and should have
more extended culture here. Price, per pkt., 5 cents; oz., 10 cents; % lb., 30 cents; lb., 75 cents.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

TOMATO, COX'S SELECTED
TKOPH1.

This is an improvement ou the well-known Tro-
phy Tomato. By carefully selecting for severf
years, we are now able to offer a round, sntoolh
Tomato. The best variety for shippers and can-
ners. Color dark blood-red, very solid, a vigorous
grower, and very productive. It will keep a con-
siderable time after being ripe without rotting.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; lb., $3.00.

DEWEIl MARKET LETTUCE

This now Lettuce is highly recommended by the
introducer, who describes it as follows: It is an
early variety of Head Lettuce, either for forcing
or open ground. It forms large solid heads of a
good light green color, and is very slow to go to
seed. The leaves are beautifully curled and crimp
ed (like Savoy Cabbage), and very crisp and tender
and of excellent flavor. The crimped leaves dis-
tinguish it from any other kind of Lettuce now
grown. The shape of the head resembles somewhat
the "Hanson" but is more oblong. Pkt., 10c; oz.

25c.

MAMMOTH SANDWICH ISLAND
SALSIFY.

An entirely distinct
variety of this vegetable.
It is only within the past
few years that the oyster
plant has gained any
prominence in our mar-
kets, and very little atten-
tion has been paid to its
cultivation. In all res-
pects it far surpasses the
old variety, and since its
introduction last season,
has become most popu-
lar.

It is considered very
nutritious and whole-
some when properly
cooked, the roots being
mashed or made into frit-
ters, it is almost impossi-
ble to distinguish them
from the oyster fritters,
which are so highly
prized by our American
people. Indeed, they are
more delicious in taste,
and much preferred by
the large majority of
those who have tried
them. No garden should be without this valuable vegeta-
ble. Of easy cultivation, it will amply repav you for labor
nd outlay. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.00.

Tomato, Cox's Selected Trophy.

EMERALD OE» MUSK MELON.

This most excellent Musk Melon originated in Michi-
gan. It is of superior flavor and quality; the outside
skin is an emerald green color and quite smooth; they
ripen early and pi'oduce well; being about the size of our
Golden Gem; the flesh is light red or salmon, very thick,
juicv and crvstaline, and luscious in flavor. Pkt., 10c;
oz.,"35c; % lb., 90c.

BALTIMORE MUSK MELON.

We recommend it as the best medium-sized, netted,
green-fleshed sort for market or private gardens. Where
ever a gardener planted this variety last season he soon
had control of the market, as the fruit was uniformly
good. Per pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 2 oz., 15c; % lb., 25c;
lb., $1.00.

BANANA MELON.

This is a variety of the yellow-fleshed Musk Melon,
entirely free from netting. The skin is of a delicate straw
color, the flesh is quite thick and blends from bright
green to a rich salmon in color, making a tine and strik-
ing contrast. It grows to enormous length. It is early,
prolific, quality equal to the common Musk Melon, and
has a delicioiis fragrance. When ripe, it reminds one of
an overgrown Banana. Pkt., 5c ; oz., 20c; % lb., 50c;
lb., $1.50.

COLORADO PRESERVING
MELON.

This is quite distinct from the ordinary preserving
citron, the seeds being of alight green color. It is im-
mensely productive; one vine produced twenty live line
Melons, weighing from fifteen to forty pounds each,
The fles-h is very firm and solid, with few seeds. The
preserving qualities are the very linest; it makes beauti-

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fill, clear, nearly transparent preverves, of surprisingly fine flavor. Pkt.,
5 cents; oz., 15 cents; lb., 50 cents; lb., $1.50.

VECJKTABI.E PEACH.

Unique novelty and one of the most beautiful vegetables grown. They
grow on vines same as Melons, are a beautiful golden yellow, almost ex-
actly resembling oranges in color, shape and size. The flesh is snow-
white, and makes most excellent and handsome preserves. Fried as Egg
Plant; wuen green they are delicious, and for "Mangoes," they are so
perfectly adapted, I know of nothing better. They will keep in good
condition two months after being picked from the vines. Very product-
ive, early and hardy. Packet, 10 cents.

JAPANESE WIKEBERRY.

This new fruit from Japan has provoked considerable discussion as to
its history, etc., but all unite as to its distinct character and handsome
appearance. Below we reprint the description of the introducer:
— "~— ~ — 1 ~~~ Description . It belongs to (he Raspberry family, is a strong, vigor-

ous grower, attaining the usual height of a Raspberry, and is perfectly hardy in all positions without protection. It
is, iu fact, more hardy and vigorous than any raspberry or blackberry. It stands alike the cold of northern winters
and the heat of southern summers without the slightest degree of injury. Its leaves are of the darkest green outside,
and silvery white underneath. The young shoots and branches are covered with a reddish brown hair or moss. The
fruit is borne iu large clusters, often 75 to 100 berries in a bunch. These berries are, from the time of formation and
bloom, until they ripen, enclosed in a " burr, : ' which is formed by the calyx covering them entirely. When ripe the
burr opens, exhibiting a large berry of the brightest, light, glossy scarlet, or sherry wine color. The burrs and stems
are covered with a heavy reddish moss, like moss-rose bud. It is absolutely free from all insect ravages. Worms can-
not crawl up the stems
and branches, owing to
the moss or hair with
which they are covered.
The flavor of the fruit
is entirely different
from any other berry,
being very sprightly,
sweet, and juicy, hav-
ing no disagreeable
sour, but a delicate and
uscious flavor, peculiar
to itself, and superior
to other berries. The
seeds are very small,
and no more objection-
able or noticeable than
the seeds in strawber-
ries, 'which gives this
berry another point of
great superiority over
raspberries or blackber-
ries. For canning or
preserving the Wine-
berry is greatly superior
lo any oilier fruit. Itis
the only fruit which
will retain its fresh,
sprightly flavor after
beiDg cooked, and for
cooking in any form
there is nothing which
cau compare with it. It
is very juicy, and makes
the finest quality of
wine. It commences to
ripen early in July and
continues in bearing for
a long time. It is the
most prolific berry
known, the bushes be-
ing literally covered
with its luscious fruit.
It is propagated from
the tips like cap rasp-
berries and dewberries,
and increase rapidly.

Plants, 25c. ea., or 5
for §1 .postpaid by mail.
CO-X'K NEW MAMMOTH.
The largest Onion in cultivation, attains an enormous size in one season from seed. Skin a light reddish brown,
very attractive appearance, is of tine flavor and one of the best keeping varieties. Originally from Spain. Especially
recommended for exhibition at Fairs. Pkt., 10 cents; oz., 30 cents; lb., $3.50.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

TKUE BEKJ1CDA OX I OA SEED.

Itrd. Of immense size and most beautiful form, skin
thin and of a rich blood-red color, flesh white, fine grain-
ed, mild and pleasant. The first season from seed it will
grow an Onion from one to one and a half pounds; but
to obtain the full size the bulbs should be set the follow-
ing spring. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., $1.00; lb., $3.00,
postpaid.

White. Similar in shape and size to the red, with
fine white skin and flesh. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb.,
$ 1.00; lb., $3.00, postpaid.

THE SI REE Y.
OR « PIKE'S PEAK SQUASH."

This Squash originated in Iowa, and is of a decidedly
distinct shape, as will be observed in the illustration
given. Its size is medium — just right for marketing.
This quality, combined with fine grain, exquisite flavor,
and wonderful productiveness, will make it a favorite
with every gardener. The flesh is solid, thick and rich
colored. The shell is hard and flinty, making it a good
shipper. Our seed is grown by the originator in Iowa.
Price, per pkt., Sc.; oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.

JAPANESE BUCKWHEAT.

The kernels are at least twice the size of those of any
other variety, and of a shape peculiar and distinct from
all others. The color of the kernels is also most distinct,
being a rich, dark shade of brown. The straw is heavier,
it branches more and does not need to be sown as thick-
ly as the other kinds. Flour made from it is equal in
quality, if not superior, to that of any other Buckwheat,
and as the yield shows, it is enormously prolific. It
ripens a week earlier than the Silver Hull, and yields (wo
or three times as much. We may mention that from one

grain planted in a garden, 850 ripe kernels were obtained.
Pkt., 10 cents; lb.. 25 cents.

VEGETABLE MARROW.

A fa\orite English vegetable; skin greenish yellow,
flesh white, soft, and of a rich flavor. It is as easily-
grown as a Squash, and many consider it of finer flavor.
Cooked in the same manner as Squash. Per pkt., 10c;
oz., 20c; lb., $2.50.

NEW AND RARE FRUITS.

"BURBAMK" JAPAN PLUM.

New Plum with Yellow Flesh.

The fruit is usually from five to five and a half inches
in circumference, and varying less in size than the other
Japan Plums; nearly globular, clear cherry red with a
thin lilac bloom. The flesh is & deep yellow color, very
sweet with a peculiar and very agreeable flavor. The tree
is unusually vigorous, with strong, upright shoots, and
large, rather broad leaves. Commences to bear usually
at two years of age. Last summer fifty-five large perfect
fruits ripened on a two year old tree, which was standing
with others thick in the nursery row. 40c. ea.; $3 per 10.

"SATSUMA" PLCM.

Thislpurple- fleshed Plum was found in Southern Japan,
and introduced with a number of other varieties at great
expense, several years ago. Summer before last, the tree
bore some two hundred fruits, which ripened before the
Kelsey was half grown, or in other words, it is not less
than five or six weeks earlier than that variety; larger,
handsomer, more nearly globular, very much richer and
better flavored, and in every way superior. The pit is
very little larger than a cherry stone. The flesh is solid,
clear purple color from pit to skin, and makes a purplish
semi-transparent jelly, which has a peculiar, guava-like
spicy flavor, which all admire. 35c. each; per 10, $3.00.

JAPAN WALNUT.

(Juglans Sieuoldiana.)
This species is found growing wild in the mouutains
of northern Japan, and is without doubt as hardy as an
oak. The leaves are of an immense size, and a charming
shade of green. The nuts, which are produced in extreme
abundance, grow in clusters of fifteen or twenty, have a
shell thicker than the English walnut, but not as thick
as the black walnut, very much resembling the Pecan
nut. The meat is sweet, of the very best quality, flavor
like butternut, but less oily, and much superior. The
trees grow with great vigor, assume a very handsome
form and need no pruning, mature early, bear young and
are more regular and productive than the English walnut.
One year old trees, each 40 cents; $3.00 per 10.

COX

SEED AND PLANT COMPANY

SUCCESSORS TO

THOS. R. COX 8t CO.

o our Friends and Patrons m

IN presenting our Catalogue for 1893, it gives us great pleasure to announce that we
have added this year extensive Green Houses on the Glen Echo Tract, near Piedmont
Avenue, Oakland. To many of our customers this will he welcome news, when we say
that we are in a position to furnish the most complete list of Plants and Ornamental Shrubs
and Trees ever offered on the Pacific Coast.

With plants as with seeds, we send out only the best, and do not ship small, inferior plants-
such as are offered by some Eastern firms at low prices. Our plants are strong, vigor-
ous-growing, well-rooted young plants, that will give perfect satisfaction.

California is the garden spot of the United States. The long cool summers in the vicinity
of San Francisco Bay are found to produce Seeds of a higher germinating quality than any

"The critical tests and expensii'e trials we make, enable us to offer Seeds only of the purest strains and highest

vitality. We have introduced in the past few years many of the finest novelties.

All orders, whether large or small, receive from us the same prompt and careful attention; we fill all in the order of their
reception, and unless greatly rushed, the same day we receive the order. We wish our customers to remember that it is our determi-
nation to please all who deal with us, and if mistakes occur, they are wholly unintentional, and will be promptly rectified as soon
as we are informed of them. We would like to hear from every package we send out. If the purchaser is satisfied, it is pleasant to
know it; if not, we intend to see that he or she becomes so.

This Catalogue is mailed free to all customers of last year, and we will esteem it a favor if our friends wilt
send us the names and addresses of any one interested in agriculture, to whom we may send copies.

Soliciting your esteemed orders, we remain.

Yozirs truly 1

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.

Office and Warehouse— 411, 413 & 415 Sansome Street,

SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.

ITEMS OF IMPORTANCE TO PURCHASERS.

OUR TERMS ARE STRICTLY CASH WITH THE ORDER.

Purchasers will please he particular and send a sufficient amount to cover their orders. When only a part of the
amount is remitted, goods will be sent only to the amount of the remittance. Should the remittance
exceed the amount of the goods sent, the balance will be returned to the purchaser with the goods.

We have beeu compelled to adopt this rule on account of the inconvenience and expense of collecting small balances due from many
of our patrons at the close of our business season.

HOW TO ORDER.

Please be very careful to always sign your Name, Post-office, County and State on each and every letter sent us. Cash should always
accompany the order. Money can be sent safely, either by Post-office Order, Bank Draft, Express, or small sums by Registered Letter.
On orders of over $1.00 the cost of remitting by any of tnese methods may be selected in extra Seeds, free. We receive Postage Stamps,
in small amounts, the same as cash.

WHAT WE GUARANTEE.

That all Seeds sold hy us shall prove to he as represented to this extent, that should they prove
otherwise, we will replace them, or send other Seeds to the same value. But we cannot guarantee the crop any
further than the above offer, as there are so many causes which operate unfavorably in the germination of Seeds and the maturity
of the crop, over which we have no control. Among the causes of failure may be mentioned unfavorable weather, which is one of
the most important. The soil may be in proper condition when the Seed was planted, but the weather which follows may be cold
and wet, which will cause the Seed to rot; or it may be hot and dry, which destroys the germ before it shows itself. The soil may
also be unfavorable for the variety of Seed planted. The Seeds may be and are frequently destroyed by vermin of various kinds.
And lastly, changes not unfrequently occur, especially among new hybridized varieties," by which different sorts are produced,
which give the planter the idea that his Seeds are badly mixed. Such occurrences are beyond the power of man to prevent, and for
which we cannot be responsible.

Letters mailed to COX. SEED AND PLAST CO., San Francisco, will reach us from any part of the world.

UNSEEDS POSTPAID BY MAIL.^r

In comparing our prices with other Catalogues, please remember that WE PAY the POSTACE on all

Vegetable Seeds (except Beans, Corn and Peas.)

Artichoke.

ARTICHOKE.

German, Arlischoke. French, Artichaut. Spanish, Alca-
chofa.

Large Green Globe. The largest and best for
general use. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c; lb., $3.50.

ASPARAGUS.

German, Spargel.
French, Asperge.
Sp., Esparrago.

Conover's Colossal.

A mammoth sort, fre-
quently sending up fifteen
to thirty sprouts from one
and a half inches in diam-
eter from a single plant,
and spreading less than
most sorts. Color, deep
green; quality good. Pkt.
5cts.; oz.,10cts.: >^lb.,20
cts.; 1 lb., 50 cts.

Palmetto. An im-
provement on Conover's,
in that it yields a much
heavier crop, fully as large
and of much more even
and regular size. It is fit
for use nearly a week he-
fore the Conover's. Will
he of great value to market
gardeners. Pkt., 5 cts.; oz.,
10 cts.; >4 lb., 25 cts.

Palmetto Asparagus.

Henderson's Bush Lima.

BEASTS, Dwarf or Bush.

We sell packets of all varieties at
IO cents each, and 011 these we pay
the I*ost»ge, hut if larger quanti-
ties are wanted by 3IAIX, 8 cents i>er pound
must he added.

Henderson's Bush Lima. Previous to the
introduction of this most valuable variety many were
deterred from cultivating the most delicious of vege-
tables, the Lima Bean, owing to the great trouble and
expense of procuring poles on which to grow them;
with this variety no poles are needed, as it grows in
bush from 15 to 18 inches high, and produces enor-
mous crops which can be gathered as easily as the
common garden bush beans. It is from oue to two
weeks earlier than any of the climbiug Linias, and
produces a crop from the time it comes into bearing
until frost. The beans are of the size of the Sieva, or
Southern Lima, and of delicious flavor. Pkt., 10c;
lb., 25c; 100 lbs., $16.00.

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lbs.
the

BEANS sold at
100 lb. rate.

Golden Wax. A novelty among tbe Bush Beans;
strong in growth, attractive in appearance; maturing for
table in thirtv-five days from germination. Pkt., 10c;
lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $9.00.

Early Mohawk. Very early and will stand more
cold than most of the bush varieties, and on this account
is considered the best for first planting; pods pale green,

long and flat ; seeds large, kidnev shaped, brown and
purple marbled. Pkt., 10c. ; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $9.00.

Early Long Yellow Six Weeks. Very early,
fine string or shelled. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs.,
$9.00.

Early Round: Yellow Six Weeks. Early
and very productive. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $7.00.

White Wax, or Butter (stringless).
A most excellent variety of this class of beans,
so highly esteemed for their white, tender and
succulent pods, the seeds are white as well as
the pods; very prolific. Pkt., 10c. ; lb., 20c;
per 100 lbs., $15.00.

Improved Early Red Valentine.

Improved Red Valentine. A decided improvement on
the old favorite, tbe Early Bed Valentine. It is ten days earlier and
much more prolific, and retains in the greatest perfection all the
excellent points that have made the Early Bed Valentine
so popular. The pods are remarkably fleshy and tender,
and remain a long time on the plant without becoming
hard. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $9.00.

Large White Lima. A large late bean, with
broad, rough pods; seeds white, broad and rather full.
It is a general favorite where it can be cultivated. Pkt.,
10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $S.00.

China Snap.

Early China Red Eye. An old popu-
lar, early variety; excellent both for string and
shelled beans, green or dry; seeds white with
a bright red eye. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100
lbs., $8.00.

Black Wax.

German Black Wax, or Butter

(stringless). An excellent and much esteemed
String Bean, with transparent, wax-yellow,
tender pods. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; perlOOlbs.,
$10.00.

Refugee or Thousand-to-One. ~ Very pro-:
ductive, and good for pickling. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c;
per 100 lbs., $7.00.

Improved White Navy. Standard variety for
field culture; very productive and used only for culinary,
purposes in a dry state. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs, $6.00.

Early Case Knife. An extremely early and pop-
ular sort. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $8.00.

Large Lima.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

BEAKS, ENGLISH or BROAD.

German, Gartenbohn. French, Feve de Marias. Spanish, Uaba.
Broad Windsor. The celebrated Broad Bean of England, growing on a strong stalk about two feet high.
Beans eaten shelled. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $7.00.

POLE, or RUNNING BEANS.

German, Stangenbolmen. French, Haricots a Raines. Spauish, Judias.

London Horticultural, or Speckled Cranberry. A round speckled bean, tender for Snap Beans,
and excellent for shelling. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c

Scarlet Runner. This is the favorite Snap Beau of Europe, and nothing else will sell as soon as this appears
in market. It is often planted in rows and allowed to run on the ground. Pkt., 10c. ; lb., 25c

German, Bunkelruben,

BEET.

Prench, Belterave.

Spanish, Bemolacha.

■ An ounce will sow a drill 100 feet in length; 5 or 6 pounds will sow an acre.

E^tra Eaily or Bassano. This beet is a standard early sort; root slight
red, turnip shaped, and will grow to a large size; flesh tender and juicy, and boils
white. Oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

Cox's Improved Blood Turnip. A carefully selected type of the
Early Blood turnip, remarkable for perfect symmetry of shape, freedom from side
or fibrous roots, and fine quality. It grows uniformly to a good large size, flesh
deepest blood red, fine grained, very sweet and tender. Valuable for table use;
early, and also unsurpassed to keep for winter use. When wanted for winter use,
the seed should be sown later. Oz., 10c; % lb., 35c.; lb., $1.00.

Dark Bed Kgyptian. A new variety, and one of the earliest; very deep
red, tender and delicious; in form like the Flat Dutch Turnip. Oz., 10c; % lb.,
20c; lb., 60c

Karly Blood Turnip. The standard early sort; blood red, turnip shaped,
and very tender; good for early use or for late keeping. Oz.,
10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c

Long Blood Bed. A well-known, hardy variety; grows
from ten to fourteen inches long, and from four to six inches
thick. It is very productive. An excellent winter variety. Oz.,
10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

Bastian's Half Long Blood-Bed. Boots not so long
as the preceding, but of handsome shape and very fine quality
of thick growth, and valuable to follow the turnip varieties for
early use; for winter use plant about the middle of July. Oz.,
10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 70c.

New Eclipse. This new, early
variety, recently introduced, comes to ew ^'P 86 -
us from E. Benaey, Germany, and is destined to sup-
plant all other early Blood Beets, especially for market gardening. It gives the greatest
satisfaction to all who have as yet been able to secure the genuine seed anti give it a trial.
It has several decided points of merit, and is claimed to be the earliest variety known, being
earlier even than the Egyptian. It certainly is the most perfect in form, being as round as
a ball, beautiful in appearance. Its small, fine top, extreme earliness and heavy cropping
qualities, will recommend it to all market gardeners. We strongly advise our friends to give
it a trial. Oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 70c.

Cox's Improved Blood Turnip.

MANGEL WURZELS AND SUGAR BEETS.

The Prices for One Found, or less, include Postage by Mail.

GROWN FOR FEEDING STOCK.

Lane's Improved Imperial Sugar

The value of these for Stock Feeding cannot be over-estimated. The results from their
use are wonderful, as is clearly shown in the improved health and condition of animals,
tbe increased yield of milk in cows, and the great saving of hay. They can be raised at a
trilling cost, and selected seed will yield immense crops per acre. Five to six pounds of
seeds required per acre.

Mangel Wurzel.— Carter's Warden Orange Globe. A superior globe
varietv, and is said to have taken more prizes in England than any other kind. Oz., 10c;
lb., 40c

French Sile8ian Sugar. Grown for sugar and cattle feeding. Oz., 10c; lb., 35c;
5 lbs., per lb., 25c.

Vilnioriu's Improved White Sugar. An improvement on the other varieties
of sugar beets; more hardy and containing a greater percentage of sugar. Oz., 10c; lb., 50c.

Lane's Improved Imperial Sugar. This superb variety is the result of a
careful selection for several years of the French Imperial Sugar Beet. It is also much better
adapted for cultivation in this country, either for table when young, for stock-feeding, or for
the extraction of sugar. Oz., 10c; lb. ,50c; 10 lbs. ami over, 30c. per lb.

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Mammoth Long Red Mangel Wurzel

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Champion Yellow, or Orange Globe Mangel. A globe shaped,
orange-yellow root, of large size, and fine nutritive qualities, growing partly above
ground, and from its shape succeeds well on light land. It is of beautiful shape,
neat top, fine clear skin, single tap root, and of choice quality; a sure cropper and
excellent keeper, rather better keeper than the Long Eed. Oz., 10c; lb., 40c;
10 lbs. and over, 30c. per lb.

Mammoth Lous Red Mangel Wnrzel. This improved variety of
Mangel is the result of careful selection of selected roots, single specimens weighing
from 40 to 50 lbs., and producing from 70 to 80 tons to the acre. Our stock of this
variety has been grown for us in Germany, which we offer at a small advance of
the ordinary Long Red Mangel. Oz., 10c; lb., 30c; 10 lbs. and over, 25c per lb.

Yellow Globe Mangel Wnrzel. A large, round, orange-colored variety
of excellent qualitj', which keeps better than the Long Eed, and produces better
crops on shallow soil. 10 lbs. and over, 30c. per lb.; oz., 10c; 1 lb., 40c.

TVorbiton Giant Mangel- A fine English strain of the long Eed Mangel.
Of fine form, very productive and a favorite with many stock-feeders. Oz., 10c. ;
lb., 60c; 10 lbs. and over, 40c. per lb.

Golden Tankard. The best of the intermediate sorts; very nutritious;
color, bright yellow; very productive, and a variety of which stock prefer to any
other; keeps well. Oz., 10c; lb., 40c; 10 lbs. and over, 35c per lb.

BROCCOLI.

This vegetable is allied to the cauliflower — more hardy, but not so tine.

Early Purple Cape. This is the variety most generally cultivated, pro-
ducing large, close heads, of a brownish purple, and is of an excellent flavor. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.25; lb., $4.00.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS.

This species is cultivated as greens for fall and winter use; sow the seed in
Spring in seed-beds, and transplant and treat the same as winter cabbage. An
ounce will produce about 5,000 plants.

Brussels Sprouts. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

Cox's Selected Cabbage Seeds.

Car-loads of fine Cabbages are annually sent from this market to Chicago and other Eastern points, grown by the
market gardeners in the vicinity of San Francisco. The Seed we offer is only of the
finest market gardeners strain, all of American growth .

deners; pointed or conical heads;
very solid. It is superior to any
of the early cabbages of the
Eastern markets; sure to head,
and of the finest quality. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 35c; % lb., $1.25;
lb., S4.00.

Early Jersey Wake-
field. Extra stock, very early
and sure headed; stock cannot
be excelled. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25
cts.; lb., $2.50.
Early Y r ork

Early York.

Pkt., 5c; oz.,

15c;

Cox's Earlv

Cox's Early Spring Cabbage. The

early Cabbage of the San Francisco market gar-

The well-
known standard sort,
lb., $1.50.

I^arge Early York. Larger and
rather later than the preceding variety.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c ; lb., $1.50.

Early Winiiingttadr. Second
early; heads solid in the hottest summer.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.25.

Snreliead Cabbage. This sort
produces large, round, flattened heads
which are very uniform, very hard and
of fine texture and weigh from 10 to 15 pounds. It is a good

Early Winningstadt.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

_ keeper and shipper, and of fine quality; but its most
. important quality is its certainty to head. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
' 35c; % lb., $1.00; lb., $3.00.

Fottler's Improved Brunswick.

" Fooler's Improved Brunswick. Extra stock;
the best early Drumhead; always pleases. Pkt., 10c; oz ,
35c; lb., $2.50.

Early Eta in pes. This is a sort that attracted a
great deal of attention, not only on account of its great
earliness — maturing same time as the earliest — but also
from its peculiar shaped head. Pkt., 10c ; oz., 15c;
lb., $1.50.

All Seasons. As suggested by its name, this variety
of cabbage may be planted early or late, and will produce
alike good results. It is fully equal to many of the earlier
sorts in quality and earliness, and grows to a much larger
size. It forms firm, hard, round heads flattened on the
top, which do not burst after heading, and is very desir-
able for a winter keeper, the heads being of great thick-
ness. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

Early Sugar Loaf. An early cabbage with cou-
ical head, of medium size, but not very firm; cannot
stand the heat of the South. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; lb., $1.75.

Stonemason. A short-stemmed, quick-growing,
excellent market sort, Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

French Oxhearr. —
Large green heads, of good
size; is very solid; short
stump. It ripens with large
York. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c;
lb., $1.75.

Flar Dutch. Excel
lent and well-known. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Early Large Sch-
wci nf nrt. A very large
variety; heads rather soft;
grows to an immense size;
adapted only for summer or
fall family use. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 25c; lb., §3.00.

Improved Ameri-
can Savoy. Extra stock
$2 00.

Early Drumhead.

heads. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c

French Oxheart.
Pkt., 15c; oz., 25i

lb.

Second early;
lb., $2.00.

round, flat

lecteil Plat Dutch.

Cox's Selected Flat Dutch. Asa variety for the winter market it has no superior, and is more extensively
grown than any other. Head large, bluish-green, round, solid, broad, and flat on the top, and often tinted with red-
dise brown after being touched with frost; they open white and crisp, are lender and well flavored. It is a fall and
winter variety, and one of the very best to keep. With good cultivation, on moist, rich ground, ninety-live in a
hundred will keep up hard and fine. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c; lb., $4.00.

Large Late Drumhead. Large, solid heads. Pall and winter variety. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c ; lb., $2.00.

Henderson's Early Summer. The largest early variety. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

ill a rule head Mammoth. The largest grown. Under extra tillage and rich soil, it attains a weight of forty
to fifty pounds. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

Red Dutch. For pickling; Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

^Jto Market Gardeners and others who use large quantities of CARROT SEEDS,
WE WILL MAKE SPECIAL PRICES ON APPLICATION.

CARROT.

German, Mohren. French, Carrote.

Half-Long Orange, or Danvers. A variety
intermediate in size and period of maturity between the
Early French Forcing and Long Orange. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; lb., 85c; 5 lbs. or over, per lb., 70c.

Early Scarlet Horn. This is one of the earliest;
color deep orange and finely flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; lb.. 85c; 5 lbs. or over, per lb., 80c.

Half- Long Scarlet, »tnnip Rooted. A
great acquisition, suitable for shallow soils, remarkably
smooth in skin, rich in color, and of uniform texture
throughout. It is of a very fine quality for table use,
and is a good variety for forcing. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
lb., 80c; 5 lbs. or over, per lb., 70c.

Ox-Heart or Half-Lone; Gtierande. {Slump
rooted.) This new French Carrot is one of the most val-
uable of all recent introductions, either for family use or
market. It is an intermediate between the half long and
horn varieties, attaining a diameter of three to four
inches at the neck, and of most beautiful shape and rich
orange color. It is of extra fine quality and very pro-
ducts e. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.

Long White or Belgian. Grows to a large size;
roots pure white; extensively raised for feeding stock.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 60c; 5 lbs. or over, per lb., 50c.

Spanish, Zanuhor

Early French Forcing.

remarkably uniform and
formed and of larger size,
orange color. Pkt., 15c;
over, per lb., 70c.

Yellow Belgian.

mild, delicate, and of good
uable for stock. Pkt., 5c.

Early French Forc-
ing. The earliest variety;
valuable for forcing ; root
small, and of fine flavor. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 15c; lb., $1.25.

Long Orange. A stand-
ard sort; roots long, smooth,
and of a deep orange color;
excellent for table use. also
profitable for field culture.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 75c;
5 lbs. or over, per lb., 65c.

Cox's Improved Long
Orange. This. is a decided
iwpi-ovement over the ordinary
Long Orauge. The roots grow

smooth, being always well
better flavored and of deeper
oz., 10c; lb., 80c; 5 lbs. or

AVhen young the roots are
flavor; when full grown, val-
; oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.

CAULIFLOWER.

Ger., Blumenkold. Fr., Choufleur. Sp., Coliflor. Por., Couveflor,

SIP,

It., Cavola di Kalti.

Early Snowball.

Early Snowball. The seed is still very scarce and high, but we have reduced the price considerably. This
variety of Cauliflower has given the best of satisfaction in all sections. It is the earliest of all Cauliflowers— about
one week earlier than any other sort. In addition to its earliness, its dwarf habit and short outer leaves allow it to
be planted as close as eighteen or twenty inches apart each way. Pkt., 15c; oz., $2.00; lb., $30.00.

Erfurt Earliest Dwarf. One of the earliest
varieties; very dwarf, with large, pure white heads; un-
surpassed in quality, and one of the surest to head.
Seeds grown in Erfurt; first quality. Pkt., 15c; oz.,
$1.75; lb., $25.00.

Veilch's Aiitninn Giant. This extremely valu-
able variety is perfectly extinct from any other sort.
The heads are magnificent, beutifully white, large, firm
and compact and being thoroughly protected by the foli-
age, remain longer fit for use than any other sort. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 75c; lb., $7.00.

Early Paris.

Early Paris. Head rather-
large, white and compact, stock
short. This is one of the earliest
and tenderest sorts, particularly
when so wn in spring. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 75c; lb., $9.00.

Half Early Paris or
Nonpareil. One of the best;
sure to head; of delicious flavor,
and good for either early or late.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 75c; lb., $7.50.

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San Francisco Market.

Lenormand's Short Stemmed. A very fine French cauli-
flower, of short, stocky growth, recommended by French cultivators as
one of the best sorts for general cultivation. Pkt., 10c. ; oz., 75c, ; lb.,
$8.50.

Large Late Asiatic. A fine, large, white compact variety,
later than the early Paris; if sown at the same time will afford a suc-
cession. Pkt., 5c; oz., 50c; lb., §7.00.

San Francisco Market. This variety is grown almost exclu-
sively by the market gardeners around San Francisco. It is a large,
early, sure-heading variety, producing magnificent:, white, compact
heads of the finest flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., $1.00; lb., $12.00.

CELERY.

German, Seleri. French, Celeri. Spanish, Apio.

Sandringhani Dwarf White. An excellent
variety, remarkable for fine flavor and solidity. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 25c, lb., $3.00.

White Plump.

White Plume. The stalk and portions of the
Inner leaves and heart are naturally while, and require
but little bleaching. Its eating qualities are good, being
crisp, solid, and of a pleasing nutty flavor, while its
"white, feather-like foliage places it ahead of all others as
a table ornament. Per pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

Golden Self Blanching. Similar to the White
Plume in its self-blanching characteristics, but of a deep,
golden yellow color, it is said to be an excellent keeper,
and in some localities is preferred to White Plume. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 50c; lb., $5.00.

Crawford's Half Dwarf. This var'ety -when
blanched in of rather a yellowish white, and is entirely
solid, possessing the nutty flavor peculiar to the dwarf
kinds, while it has much more vigor of growth, sur-
passing most of the large growing sorts in weight of
bunch, when grown under the same conditions. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Golden Heart. A distinct
variety, of sturdy, dwarf habit.
It is entirely solid, an excellent
keeper, and of fine, nutty flavor.
When blanched, the heart, which
is large and full, is of a pure,
golden yellow, making this an ex-
ceedingly showy and desirable
variety for both market and pri-
vate use. Pkt., 5c: oz., 25c;
lb., |3.00.

Boston Market. A favor-
ite variety 7 , remarkable for'its ten-
Golden Heart. fier i crisp, and succulent stem
and its peculiarly mild flavor, it
is grown almost exclusively by Boston market garden-
ers. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

Giant Pascal. This
new variety is the result of
careful selection from the
well-known " Golden Self-
Bleaching" Celery. It par-
takes of the nutty flavor
of that excellent variety,
and in taste is not at all
bitter or astringent. It
grows about two feet high,
with stalks that are solid,
crisp, not stringy, very
large and broader than
those of any other. Before
blanching it is green with
heart of golden yellow and
very full. It is very easily jj|§
blanched, requiring only
five or six days earthing
up; while its preservative JIB
qualities make it a fine
shipper. For late winter
use, it is the ideal Celery,
as it retains its crispness.
Per pkt, 10c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

Boston Market

Tnrni p-Rooted (Celeriac). Tvirnip-shaped root,
of celery flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

Soup f'elery Seed, for flavoring pickles, soups,
etc. Oz., 10c; lb., 35c.

COLEARDS.

A species of Cabbage known in different sections as "Cole " and "Colewort." It is almost universally used in
the South for " greens," where it continues in luxuriant growth all Winter. Sow in early Spring and continue ; 1 1
intervals for a succession, and when 4. inches high transplant to one foot apart and treat as Cabbage.

Georgia, or Creole. This is the variety so extensively used in the South. Forms a large, loose, open
head, or a mass of leaves on a tall stem, which are the better for freezing. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

SWEET CORN.

*Jj IF ORDERED BY MAIL, IO cents per Pound must be added for Postage.
« ^ 25 lbs, sold at 1 00-1 b. rates ^?

ALL CHOICE EASTERN GROWN.
All varieties, 10 cents per packet, by mail, postage paid.

New Red Cob Evergreen. This variety is a
sport from Stowell's Evergreen, which has long been the
standard favorite everywhere. It is a week or ten days
earlier, and produces from three to four ears to a stalk.
The ears are set low on the stalks, are very thick and
regular in size, are 16-rowed, and of delicious quality.
One of our growers states that he is more favorably im-
pressed with the Red Cob Evergreen than with any Sweet
Corn he has grown in many years. Two of the points
of merit mentioned above are confirmed in the strongest
manner by this gentleman, i. e., the extreme productive-
ness of this variety, and its distinctive characteristic of
producing the ears low down on the stalks, which is
always a desirable feature in a Sweet Corn. Pkt., 10c;
lb., 25c.

Potter's Excelsior. The ears are large, 1'2-rowed
and well filled out with deep grains. Very sweet, tender
and sugary. Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c.

Early Minnesota.

Early Minnesota. This, we claim, is the very
best early sweet corn we have ever tried; plant dwarf;
ears short but fine, and of excellent quality; it has a
white cob. and is very desirable. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c;
100 lbs., |9.00.

Extra Early Tom Thumb. New; very early.
At least a week earlier than Minnesota, the sweetest of
all the early varieties; ears of fair size, kernel large and
white, resembling the Crosby and Evergreen in flavor; a
most valuable sort for market gardeners. Pkt., 10 cents;
lb., 25 cents.

Sqiiantiim Sugar. A variety of Sugar Corn in
great favor with the well-known Squantum Club of Sil-
ver Spring, Rhode Island, and used by them almost ex-
clusively in their famous clam-bakes. It is about as early
as the Moore's Concord, the ears being the same size. Its
quality is of the best. Very sweet, and wonderfully pro-
ductive, producing four or five ears on a stalk. Pkt.,
10c; lb., 25c.

JNe Plus Ultra— Shoe Peg. or Quaker
Sweet. This variety ears profusely, frequently bear-
ing two to three, and sometimes four ears to a stalk.
The kernels are deep, placed irregularly but very com-
pactly upon the cob. It matures medium to late. Its
unusually sweet and pleasant taste makes it a popular
favorite. Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c.

Russell's Prolific. A very superior, early variety,
the sweetest of the very early sorts. Ears eight to ten
inches in length. Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c

Stowell's Evergreen. Late, excellent, long keep-
ers; ears large and very thick; this variety should be
grown in every garden for late use. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c;
per 100 lbs., $8.00.

Moore's Concord. Medium early; large, well-
filled ears: of excellent flavor. Pkt., 10c ; lb., 15c; per
100 lbs., $8.00.

Crosby's Early Sugar, or Boston Market.

One of the best of tbe early sorts; ear short. Pkt., 10c;
lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $8.00.

Eight-Rowed.

Early Eight-Rowed Sweet, or Sugar. This
is an old standard variety of Sweet Corn, becoming tit for
use about the same time as Crosby's Early or perhaps a
little earlier. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs.. $8 00.

Black Mexican. A rather short, black variety,
very sweet and delicious. Pkt., 10c. ; lb., 25c.

Early Bonanza. This corn is as early as the
"Minnesota, Crosby's" and other early varieties, while
the ears are much larger. It is pronounced by all who
have tested it to be of very fine quality and exceedingly
rich, making an excellent market and family sort. Pkt,,
10c; lb., 25c.

Gold Coin Sweet Corn. For the past five years
the New Gold Coin has been compared in all points with
Stowell's Evergreen, and in sweetness and delicacy of
flavor, it surpasses that old favorite. So far, as proved
ten days earlier, and in size one-third larger. The cob is
snowy white, compactly covered with large, deep grains.
Pkt.,' 10c; lb., 25c.

Mammoth Sugar,

Mammoth. A vigorous, large, early variety, grown
extensively in Alameda County for the San Francisco
market. Pkt., 10c; lb., 10c; per 100 lbs., $6.00.

Extra Early Cory. The earliest variety of Sweet
Corn known. Has a large ear considering the size of the
stalk; small cob, well filled with broad grains. A valu-
able sort for market. It is handsome in appearance, sweet
and of fine quality. Pkt., 10c; lb., 25c

FIELD * CORN.

IF ORDERED BY MAIL. 10 cents per Pound must be added for Postage. 25 lbs. sold at 100-lb. rates.

King of the Earlies. One of the earliest yellow dent Corn in cultivation. Stalks grow 6 to 7 feet high; ears
7 to 9 inches long; very deep soft grain, and small red cob; it ripens in eighty days from planting, and is a week to
ten days earlier than "Pride of the North" and "Yellow Canada Flint." This new Corn will mature in any part of the
country where it is possible to grow Flint varieties, and is a valuable variety for the north, and for feeding purposes.
Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $5.00.

Early Earge White Flint. The old Hominy eight-rowed variety; very early, productive, and of good
quality. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $5.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

True Yellow Learning. There are more bush-
els planted of this excellent sort than of any other one
large yellow dent variety. By annual selection it has be-
come a fixed and pure variety. It is a pure, glossy yellow,
earing low on a strong, heavy stock; ears have from 20
to 28 rows of 30 to 50 grains each; square and deep; ripens
quite early, frequently maturing in 100 days after plant-
ing. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $4.50.

Hickory King. This new com is entirely distinct
from all other varieties, having the largest grain with the
smallest cob ever introduced in a white corn. It yields
greater, and is unquestionably the most productive white
field corn. Stalks bear two good ears each, and occasion-
ally three; it never has barren stalks, no matter how thin
the soil, and both ends of the ear are filled full out. A
single grain will completely cover the cob of an ear
broken in half. It both shells and shucks easily, and
will make more shelled corn to a given bulk of ears than
any other variety. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $5.00.

Golden Beauty.

(•olden Beauty. The ears are of perfect shape,
with from ten to fourteen straight rows of bright golden

yellow grains, remarkable in size, and filled out com-
pletely to the extreme end of the cob. The cob is the
smallest, in comparison with the size of the ear, of any
variety in cultivation. The richness of color and fine
quality of grain make it vastly superior for grinding into
meal. The ears are easily shelled, although the kernels
are firm on the ear. The stalks take strong hold in the
ground, and grow vigorously to a height of eight to nine
feet. Golden Beauty matures early, ripening in one
hundred to one hundred and ten days from planting, and
surpasses all in size and beauty of grain. Lb., 10c; 100
lbs., §5.00.

Champion White Pearl Corn.

Champion White Pearl Corn (100 days).
The stalk is short and thick. The ear grows low on the
stalk, from seven to twelve inches in length, almost
parallel throughout; of medium size, averaging sixteen
rows of grain. The grains are pure white, very deep,
compact and heavy. Two grains will more than span the
cob. The cob is small. B3- a test, seventy ears weighed
eighty-seven and one-half pounds, of which the cobs
alone weighed only seven pounds. It makes a superior
quality of corn meal, and grades No. 1 white in any
market. It matures early. We recommend it hi^hlv.
Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $4.00.

Sweet Corn for Fodder. There is uothing
better for green feed or for curing for winter than Sweet
Corn. Cattle highly relish it, and fed on it, keep in line
condition, and give an abundance of milk. It has the
great merit of being so sweet and palatable that cattle eat
every part of the stalk and leaves, and consequently none
is wasted. Also excellent for soiling. Sow thickly in
drills or broadcast, at the rate of 100 lbs. per acre. Lb.,
10c; 100 lbs., §4.50.

Pop Corn. White, best for popping. Pkt., 5c;
lb., 10c; 100 lbs., §6.00.

CORK SALAD.

French, Macha. Spanish, Mucha Valerianilla.

A remarkable hardy plant used as a small salad through the winter and spring. Sow in September thickly, in
shallow drills, keep clear from weeds. In^wiuter during severe weather, cover with straw or trashy manure
Corn »alad. Large seed. Pkt., 5c.;*oz.. 15c; lb., $ 1.50.

CRESS, OK PEIM'ERCSIMSS.

Fi\, Cresson. Sp., Berro o Masluerzo.
Extensively used as a small salad, very useful and healthy. Can be used alone or mixed with other salads, for which
it is highly esteemed; also useful for garnishing; sow seeds thickly in shallow drills about a foot apart ; repeat at intervals.
Curled. Fine flavor, beautiful foliage, may be cut often. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c.

V\ atei -Cress. This is sown by the side of running water; it is altogether an aquatic plant, and forms au
early and wholesome spring salad. Pkt., 10c; oz., 00c.

CHERTIL.

Chervil, Curled. An aromatic, sweet heib. The young leaves are used in soups and salads. Pkt., 5c. ; oz.,

25c; lb., $2.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

CHICORY.

The roots of this vegetable are much used iu Europe as a substitute for coffee. One ounce will sow a bed of four
and one-half by thirty feet; four pounds to the acre.
Large Rooted," or Coffee. Fkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., $1.50.

Cox's Choice Cucumber Seeds.

From carefully selected stock seed, each variety being carefully grown, isolated
from all others to keep each variety pure and true.

Kaiiv Russian. Earliest in cultivation, being ten
days earliar than the Early Cluster, which it resembles.
Fruit sets iu pairs, and when full grown is three or four
inches in length. Finely flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
lb., 75c.

Huston Pickling. A distinct variety, which has
obtained a great popularity in Boston markets as a pickle.
It is medium long, and a great producer. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c: lb., 75c

Early Cluster- A short,
prickly variety. Usually grows
/* . /V^^T" in clusters. Is a prolific bearer;
I' ami. except tin Karly ic.i--i.ir. U

_ > ^-^^ the earliest sort. Flavor excel-

lent. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 75c

E irly Short Green. Very
productive; good for table and
pickles. Pkt., 5c; oz. 10c.; lb.,
95c; 5 lbs. or over, 75c. per lb.

Early Frame. The stand-
ard variety; and a most prolific
bearer. Fruit medium size, and
excellent for using in a green
slate, or for pickling. Pkt., oc;
oz., 10c. ; lb., 75c.
Xiehol's Medium Green. This new variety is
excellent as a pickle sort, and for forcing purposes there
is no better variety. It is very productive, of medium
size, and always straight and smooth. Color dark green,
flesh crisp and tender. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c. ; % lb., 35c;
lb. SOc

Early Wliite Spine. Fruit large in size and
smooth, and retains its color several days after being
plucked. An excellent variety. Pkt., oc; oz., 10c; lb.,
75c; 5 lbs., or over, 60c. per lb.

Early Cluster.

Long Green.

Long Green- The largest variety, long, straight,
smooth and solid, sometimes growing 18 inches in length.
Excellent for pickling. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 70c.

Improved Early White Spine.

Improved Early White Spine. For both
market use and pickling this variety is now more largely
grown than any other. Our seed is of the true original
Boston Market stock, and is vastly superior to the unim-
proved White Spine. Market gardeners and pickling es-
tablishments have here a cucumber that is admirably
suited to their wants. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 70c

New York Improved Purple.

West India Gherkin. Very small variety, used
wholly for pickling. Pkt., 10c; oz ,' 25c; lb., §3.00.

Ger., Eierpflame.

Fr., Aubergine.

Sp., Bovengena.

Early Long Purple.

Early and productive; fruit
of good quality. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 30c; lb.. §3.00.

N e w Y o r k I in-
proved Purple. A

superior market variety.
It grows to a large size;
oval-shaped, and dark pur-
ple color. Pkt. 10c; oz.,50c.

KOHL St A III or TURNIP ROOT-
III) CABBAGE.

French, C'hourave. Spaniah, Colinabo.

This vegetable partakes of the
nature of both the turnip and of
the cabbage, and maybe cultivated
same as the Ruta Baga. By many
the Kohl Babi is highly esteemed
for culinary purposes. Ad ounce
of seed will produce two thousand
plants.

Early Wliite. A fine early
variety for table use. Pkt., 5c;
oz.. 25c; lb., §3.00.

Earge Green. A very pro-
ductive sort for farm culture.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

LEEK8.

Ger., Eauck. Fr., Poireau.
Sp., Puerto.
This plant has the flavor of the
onions. The lower or blanched portion is used for flavor-
ing soups, or boiled and served as as-
paragus. One ounce of seed will sow Jiltltexv
a bed of sixty feet square.

Kohl Rabi.

Earge American Elag. A

favorite variety with the market
gardener. Of strong and vigorous
growth. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb.
§1.50. i

Earge Flag, or Eon don —

This is the sort usually cultivated.
It is a hardy and vigorous plant.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., §1.50.

.Musselburgh. Stem somewhat
shorter than the London, but of equal
thickness; leaves broad and tall
spreading like a fan; hardy. Pkt.,

oc; oz., 25c; lb., §2.00.

Large American Flaa

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ENDIVES.

Ger., Endivien. Fr., CMcoree. Sp., Escarola o Endivla.

Green Curled. Beautifully curled, dark green
leaves, and excellent plant. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb., $2.00.

Broad Leaved. Leaves broad and nearly plain;
chiefly vised in stews and soups. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb.,
$2.00.

KALES OR BORECOLES.

Ger., Blatler-Kohl.
Fr., Chou Veil. Sp., Breton.
Tall Green, Curled Scotch. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
25c; lb., $2.00.

Genua n Owarf Green. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c;
lb., $2.00.

LETTUCE.

Improved Hanson.

Improved Hanson. Heads very large, solid,
sometimes weighing two or three pounds; tender, crisp,
and of fine flavor; color beautiful — green on outside and
white within. Stands the summer heat well; one of the
very bpst in cultivation. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; % lb.,
40c; lb.. $1.50.

Prize Head. An early variety forming a mam-
moth head; remains tender and crisp throughout the
season; of superb flavor and very hardy. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
15c; % lb., 40e.; lb., $1.50.

Boston Market. An improved variety of the
Tennis Ball; one of the best for forcing. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1 50.

Ice Drum head. Heads readily; blanches natur-
ally; crisp, tender and well flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz.; 15c;
% lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.

Royal Summer Cabbage

Royal Summer

Cabbage- Colorlight
yellow, leaves uniform,
nearly all turned into
the head, which is well
formed, good size, close,
and a little flattened.
It stands the heat well.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; %
lb., 60c; lb., $2.00.

American Gath-
ering- A distinct var-
riety, the tips of the leaves being irarked with red: very
solid, exceedingly crisp and of excellent flavor. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.

Philadelphia Butter. Heads of good size,
close and well formed; very tender and of excellent
flavor. Pkt. 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.

Early Curled Silesia. A superior variety, of a
very strong growth; leaves large, light yellow, wrinkled.
For forcing, and the first spring sowing. It is highly es-
teemed. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.

Early Curled Simpson. An improved variety
over the preceding, very early and an excellent sort for
forcing: is largely grown by the market gardeners in the
vicinity of New York. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c ; % ib., 40c;
lb., $1.50.

Well-formed heads, hardy and crisp,
One of the earliest of the heading
oz., 15c: % lb., 40c; lb., §1 50.
One of the largest varieties. It
forms large, round heads, which cut white, brittle and
almost transparent. Pkt., 5c. ; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c;
lb., $1.50.

Black-Seeded
Simpson. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; 34 lb.,
65c; lb., $1.75.

Satisfaction.

A new English var-
iety. Large, unu-
sually tender, re-
maining in hand a

long time. Pkt., 5 Black Seeded Simpson.

Tennis Rail.

of excellent quality,
varieties. Pkt., 5c;
Large India.

cts.; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.

Improved Large Passion.

Boston Curled. Variety
of great beauty and of very su-
perior quality. The symmetry
of its growth and tine, elegant
frilling of the leaves, render it
highly ornamental. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 15 cents; % lb., 40 cents: lb.,
$1.50.

Improved Earge Pas-
sion (the true black seed). It
produces very fine, large, solid,
white heads, which will measure
f loin twenty to twenty-two inches
in circumference; crisp and ten-
der, and of excellent flavor. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c.; lb.,
$2.50.

Paris White Cos. One of

the best of the upright varieties:
tender and crisp; should be tied
up to insure blanching. Pkt.,
5c: oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb.,
$1.50.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

Cox's Selected Melon Seeds.

Seed saved from only selected melons. The San Francisco markets are rioted for their fine, large melons. It
has always been our aim to furnish market gardeners and retail customers with only the finest seed obtainable, and
as we have had many acres of melons raised for our special trade, and under our supervision, we feel warranted in
claiming that seeds of finer quality cannot be obtained.

igp* Please remember our prices include Postage Paid ; if ordered by freight or express,

dsduct ten cents per pouud.

Lorii Watermelon ■ A large, solid, cream-colored melon, with flesh
deep red, of a rich, delicious flavor, with only half an inch of rind, white
seeded, originated in California about ten years ago. We have this season
for sale the seeds of this magnificent melon, which has superseded all other
varieties in the San Francisco market. We have saved the seed from the
choicest stock. Those who have had difficulty in procuring pure seed, we
know will appreciate it. As a market melon, wherever introduced it sells
at extra prices on account of beauty, size and fine quality. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c.

Vick's Early. This new melon is highly prized for its extra earliness,
oblong in shape; smooth, size medium; flesh bright pink, solid and sweet.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c.

Vick's Early.

W Cuban Queen Watermelon. This
magnificent melon is from the West Indies, having
attained the size of 103 lbs. This illustration,
from a photograph, gives a fair idea of their form,
size and markings. The skin is beautifully strip-
ed, dark and light green — of the latter there being
two shades agreeably diversified. Their flesh is
bright red, remarkably solid, peculiarly luscious,
crisp and sugary. In delicious flavor it surpasses
the celebrated Icing. They are wonderfully solid
and good keepers, excellent to ship to market, al-
though thtir rind is unusually thin. Pkt., 5c;
oz , 10c; lb., 75c

Cuban Queeu Watermelon.

Pride of Georgia- This Watermelon from Georgia is
decidedly better in quality than the Scaly Bark, while the rind is
equally as hard, and consequently it is an excellent shipping vari-
ety. The melons are perfectly round in shape, striped light and
dark green, uniformly of fair market size; the flesh is bright red,
ripening up well, and of very good quality. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c;
% lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.

Peerless. Good, but not equal to the Ice Cream; rind thin,
light green; flesh solid, bright red, and sweet. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;
% lb., 25c; lb., 85c.

Phinney's Eaily- Very early; flesh bright red, sweet, ten-
der and well flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz., 19c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.00.

Pride of Georgia.

Scaly Bark. This variety originated in Georgia.
The skin is dark green, quite smooth and has a pecu-
liar scaly appearance. It is an unusually productive
sort, the average weight of the melons being forty to
fifty pounds. The flesh is light crimson, solid, tender,
and of exquisite flavor; remains in choice eating condi-
tion long after being pulled. The rind, though quite
thin, is remarkably tough. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb.,
25c; lb., 75c.

The Boss. This new melon has a very dark skin,
slightly ribbed, and is long in shape. It is very heavy
tor its size, which, however, is not large; flesh solid, red,
and sugary. Bv many this melon is verv highly esteem-
ed. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; lb.* 75c.

Ice Cream. A variety simiiar to the last mention-
ed; it is prolific, early, and well adapted for cultivation in
cold localities. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c.

Southern Rattlesnake or Gypsy. Fruit ob-
long, skin light green, beautifully striped, thin rind;

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Green and Gold Watermelon.

flesh deep scarlet, solid and delieiously sweet.
Pkt., 5c ; oz , 10c ; y 4 lb., 40c; lb., $1.00.

Manimoth Ironclad. This new melon
originated with a prominent melon grower in
South Delaware, and resembles in its markings
the popular Cuban Queen. In shape and seed,
however, it is quite distinct, being deeper and
fuller at both ends, with seeds of drab white
color. Grows uniformly, very tough and hard,
thus rendering it verv valuable for shipping.
Pkt., oc; oz., 10c; lb., $ 1.00.

Green and Gold Watermelon. It

is the largest early variety in cultivation, and
its productiveness is equal to any of the red-
fleshed sorts, while in delicious flavor it sur-
passes them all. The rind is the thinnest of
any melon we have ever seen, the white being
only from % to % inch in thickness. The
flesh is a beautiful golden orange color, free
from any tinge of white or other color, even
immediately around the seeds. The flesh is
beautifully granular in appearance, juicy and
sweet, and, as we have already stated of un-
equaled flavor. Per pkt., 10 cents; oz.. 15
cents; lb., $1.25.

Kolb Gem- This new Southern melon comes to us most highly
recommended, and although as yet little known in the North, bids
fair to have a national reputation, both on account of its most
excellent shipping qualities and delicious flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c;
% lb., 30c; lb., 75c.

Mountain Sweet The most popular variety, and very pro-
ductive; large in. size; long, oval-shaped, flesh scarlet, excellently
flavored, and solid quite to the center. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb.,
25c; lb., 75c

Iciutf. Of round form, white seeded. This melon can scarcely
be praised too highly on account of its solidity, thin rind, and rich,
luscious sugary flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % 35c; lb., $1.00.

Mountain Sprout. A large, long, striped variety, flesh bright
scarlet color, and excellently flavored; seeds drab color. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.00.

Black Spanish. A round variety, color dark green; flesh
scarlet, seeds black. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.00.

Citron, for Preserves. Grows round and smooth, striped
and marbled with light green. Pkt., 10 cents; oz., 15 cents; % lb.,
40 cents; lb., $1 25.

Colorado Preserving. A distinct variety from the ordinary preserving citron; immensely pro
firm and solid, and of fine preserving qualities. Pkt., 10c; % lb., 60c; lb., $2.50

Kolb Gem.

ductive; flesh

Volga Watermelon.

Volga Watermelon. A Prussian Melon, of ex-
cellent quality; perfectly globular in shape; very produc-
tive; attaining an average weight of fifteen pounds. For

private use it should be grown largely, as it is of tine
flavor and attractive appearance. The seeds are very
small and few innumber. Pkt., 10c; oz., 15c; lb., $1.50.

Florida Favorite Watermelon. TheFlorida
Favorite, in shape, is oblong; coloring rind, dark and
light green stripes alternating; flesh bright crimson, very
crisp and deliciously sweet; seed rather small; ripens ten
days earlier than the Kolb Gem or Manimoth Ironclad.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.

Hungarian Honey Watermelon. Thisnew
variety, recently imported from Hungary, is a decided
novelty. They grow to weigh ten or twelve pounds each,
of perfect globe shape, the skin is a dark green color.
The flesh is very rich, sweet and luscious, surpassing
all other foreign watermelons we have ever grown. It is
also extremely hardy and vigorous in growth. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.50.

1?IUSK MELON.

Musk Melon, Bay View. Fruit of the largest
size, frequently 1(5 to 18 inches long, and will ripen up
finely if picked quite green, making it one of the best for
shipping long distances, and this combined with its great
beauty, makes the variety a favorite with market garden-
ers. Flesh thick, of rich green color, juicy and very
sweet and rich. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 35c; lb., $1.25.

Green Citron- A large, roundish fruit, flattened
at the ends, and rough-netted. Melting and fine flavored.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; lb., $1.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

New Surprise.

Musk Melon, New Sur-
prise- This variety has a thin,
cream-colored skin; thickly net-
ted; the flesh is of a deep salmon
color, very thick, and of excel-
lent flavor. It is a good bearer,
round in shape, early, and a
good keeper, often attaining a
large size. Itis now considered
the best melon in cultivation.
The seed we offer is saved from
the finest specimens. Pxt., 5c;
oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Ha c ken sack- A variety of Green Citron, well
known among the New York market gardeners. It grows
to a very large size, is productive and of excellent flavor.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 45c; lb., $1.00.

Skillman's Netted.

Skillman's Netted. Form roundish oval, flesh
deep green, sweet, and richly perfumed; early and deli-
cious. Pkt., 5c; oz , 15c; % lb., 30c; lb., $1.00.

Jennie Lind. Size small, but very delicious.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.

Golden Netted Gem.

They grow remarkably uni-
form in shape and size, weigh-
ing X% to 1% pounds each.
They are thick-meated, the
flesh is light green in color,
and uniformly of fine luscious
flavor. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c;
Golden Netted Gem. % lb., 35c; lb., $1.25.

Montreal Improved Green Nutmeg Melon.

Montreal Improved Green Nutmeg Mel-
on. This magnificent variety is largely grown by a few
market gardeners in the neighborhood of Quebeck and
Montreal, Canada; whence it takes its name. The fruit
is nearly round, slightly flattened at the ends, with a
densely netted, green skin. They grow to a very large

uniform size, averaging from fifteen to twenty pounds in
weight. The flesh is remarkably thick, and of good
flavor for so large a melon. Owing to its large and hand-
some arjpearance, it sells rapidly in market at very high
prices. We consider it one of the best exhibition or late
market melons grown. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % irj ., 35c;
lb., $1.25.

Cassaoa. A musk melon of extraordinary size and
delicious flavor; weight from twelve to fifteen pounds.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 50c; lb., $1.25.

Large Yellow Cantaloupe. Of good size,
netted and slightly ribbed; flesh salmon color; thick and
musk-flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 30c; lb., 85c.

Large Green Nutmeg. The standard sort;
fruit oval; good size; thickly netted; flesh, light green;
rich, sweet, melting, and highly perfumed; one of the
finest. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 30c; lb., 85c

Miller's Cream Nutmeg Musk Melon.

This splendid melon has been thoroughly tested by many
of the best market gardeners and melon growers, and is
pronounced by all, one of the very best they have ever
grown. The flesh is of a rich salmon color, very thick,
sweet and melting in quality. The rind is very thin and
finely netted. They retain their bright, fresh appearance,
and remain solid several days after being pulled. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.25.

MUSHROOM SPAWJf.

Fi\, Champignon. Sp., Seta.

Mushrooms may be grown in a warm cellar or shed in
winter, or in the open air in summer. Take partially dry,
fresh horse manure, and lay it in a heap to ferment; turn
and mix well every few days, and when well and equally
fermented, v/hich will be in from ten to fifteen days; it
may be made into a bed four feet wide and about two
feet deep, mixing it well together, and beating or treading
it firmly. As soon as the temperature of the bed falls
from 75 to 50 degrees, the spawn may be inserted in pieces
about the size of a walnut, about two inches deep, and
six inches apart. Cover withloamy soil about two inches
deep, and beat it down evenly and firmly. Finish off
with a covering of clean straw or hay, about a foot thick,
to protect from heavy rains. Water, when necessary,
with luke-warm water, and expect mushrooms in from
four to six weeks.

English. For brick of one pound, each, 35c, post-
paid.

French. Per lb., 45c, postpaid.

To Market Wardeners and others
who use large quantities of Onion

Seeds, WE WILL MAKE SPECIAL
Pit ICES ON APPLICATION.

OMOS SEED-MEW CROP.

Our onion seed is all grown from choice selected
bulbs, on the seed farms in Santa Clara, Cal. It is a
well-known fact to the seed merchants of the world that
Santa Clara grown seed is heavier, plumper and pro-
duces finer onions than seed grown in any other part of
the world. Onion seed grown in Santa Clara finds ready
sale with all the large seed houses of the East. California
grown seed will average 90 to 95 per cent, growth, and
has proved to be of much stronger vitality than Eastern
grown. If ordered by express or freight, deduct eight
cents per pound. If ten pounds or more are wanted, write
for special price.

Wethersfield Red. One of the best varieties for
a general crop of good size; red, roundish, productive;
heads and keeps well. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c,; % lb., 60c;
lb., $2.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Early Red.

Early Red. Most valuable as an early variety.
Pkt., 5c.'; oz., 25c; % lb., 50c. ; lb., $1.50.

South Port Yellow Globe. Our seed of this
valuable heavy cropping sort is raised from the fiuest
selected onions, which are large in size and hadsome in
appearance. Those who have grown either the Eed or
White Globe varieties will understand that the Yellow
Globe is identical with them in shape and size, differing
only in color. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25.; % lb., 65c; lb., $2,25.

Daiivers Yellow.

Da livers Yellow. A fine, large, round onion,
very choice. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; % lb., 60c; lb., $2.00.
Large White Italian Tripoli. A new and

excellent variety, of quick growth and mild flavor. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 40c; % lb., $1.00; lb., $2.50.

.Large Yellow. A fine, large, flat onion; forms
.bulbs readily. Pkt., 5c; oz., 20c; % lb., 65c; lb., $2.00.
f— White Globe. A large, white onion; as large as
the Danvers Yellow. Pkt., 10c; oz., 40c; 3^ lb., $1.00;
lb., $4.00.

(s^YVhite Portugal, or Silver Skin. True,
white, delicate, early; not a good keeper. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 40c; % lb , $1,00; lb., $4.00.

Giant Kocra. A. splendid, large variety from
Naples, globular-shaped, a bright brown skin and deli-
cate flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 90c; lb., $2.00.

El Paso, or Large Mexican. Growsin Mex-
ico to a diameter of six inches, and to a weight of two or
three pounds, and used in tbat region in preference to any
other sort. Color variable from white to light red, flesh
white, rather coarse grained, but of very mild flavor.
Eesernbles a mammoth White Portugal. Pkt., 10c; oz. (
53c; % lb., $4.00.

Mammoth Bilver King.

Mammoth Silver King. We have imported
seed of this truly mammoth variety direct from the origi-
nator in Italy. It matures a little later than Extra Early
Pearl, and reaches a larger size than any of the flat white
varieties, frequently measuring twenty inches in circum-
ference, and weighing three to four pounds. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 35c-; lb., $1.00; lb., $3.50.

New White Barletta
Onion.

This variety is almost distinct
on acccount of its great earli-
ness; it is three weeks in ad-
vance of the White Queen. It
is of a beautifully waxy white
color and grows 1% inches in
diameter and % of an inch
thick, with finely formed bulbs
slightly flattened at the top.
Its earliiiess will highly recom-
mend its use as a substitute
for Onion sets, and it is with-
out a rival for pickles. Per
pkt., 10 cents; oz., 25 cents;
y± lb., 75 cents.

Yellow Onion Sets. Per lb., 25c.

Top Onion Set*. Per lb., 25 cents; per hundred
pounds and upwards, we quote special prices on applica-
tion.

OKRA OR GUMBO.

Sow about middle of Spring in drills, and then thin the
plants to a foot or more apart. Highly esteemed and
cultivated for its green seed-pods, which are used in
soups, or stewed and served like Asparagus. Should be
gathered while young and tender, aud for winter use,
slice into rings and dry on strings or otherwise.

Long Green- Long ribbed pods. Pkt., 5c. ; oz.,
10c; lb., $1.50.

White Velvet Ohra. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c.

White Barleua Onion.

Doubled Curled Parsley.

PARSLKY.

Ger., Petersilie. Fr., Persil. Sp., Perijil.

Soak the seed a few hours in hike warm water, and
sow early in the Spring in drills an inch deep and one
foot asunder. Thin out the plants to four inches apart.

Plain or Single. Plain leaves, excellent flavor,

Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c.

lb., 25c; lb., 65c

Fine Double Curled.

leaves. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; hi

Fine dwarf; crimped
lb., 25c; lb., SOe.

Emerald, or Dwarf Extra Curled. Leaves

tender, beautifully crimped; handsome bright green color,
very ornamental. Pkt., Scents; oz., 10 cents; % Lb., 30
cents; lb., $1.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

PARSNIPS.

German, Pastinake. French, Panais. Spanish, Pastinaka.

The soil should be deep, rich and mellow. As the roots are long and slender, the deeper and more thoroughly tha
soil is stirred, the better. When the soil is shallow or where there is a clayey or gravelly sub soil, the roots will be
short and branched and deficient in the mild, tender and sugary properties which they possess, when grown under
more favorable circumstances.

Long White. Boots long, white, sugary and tine flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 60c.

Sugar, or Hollow Crown. Roots about eighteen inches long and four inches in diameter at the crown;
fine flavored. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 35c; lb., 75c.

Cox's Northern-Grown Seed Peas.

Our Peas are all raised in Humboldt County, from the finest strains obtainable. The crops are carefully
gone over and "rogued," being subjected to the most careful inspection, and all are carefully
hand-picked. Special prices made to gardeners aud cannsrs, using large
quantities. Twenty-five pounds sold at 100-lb. rate.

Our Prices by the Packet include Postage. If ordered by mail, in larger quantities, lO cts. per lb. extra.

25 lbs. sold at lOO-lb. rates.

Americau Wonder.

EXTRA EARLY.

American Wonder. One of the earliest wrink-
led peas in cultivation, exceedingly productive, and of
very dwarf and compact growth, growing only from ten
to eighteen inches high. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs.,
$10.00.

Stratagem. An English blue wrinkled marrow of
recent introduction; vines of strong growth as to n*ed no
support, and remarkably free-bearing; peas very large and
tine flavored, pods sometimes six inches in length and
well filled. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $10.00.

Tom Thumb. Very dwarf; stout and branching;
may be cultivated in rows ten inches apart; requiring no
sticks; height, nine inches. Pkt., 10c; lb., 20c; per 100
lbs., $15.00.

McLean's Advancer. A dwarf green, wrinkled
marrow, very productive and of an excellent flavor. Pkt.,
10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $10.00.
2

Cox's Earliest of
All. This is unsur-
passed in extra earliness
and product iveness. None
riptn earlier, and few as
early. Height about
two feet. Quality excel-
lent, and the crop can
be gathered in two pick-
ings. Also for a lata
fall crop it is unsur-
passed, growing with
rapidity. Pkt., 10c; lb.,
15c; per 100 pounds,
$9.00.

Philadelphia
Extra Early. This

is, in reality, the same
variety as the preced-
ing, but the stock is not
selected with as partic-
ular care. Pkt., 10c. ;
lb., 15c; per 100 lbs.,
$8.00.

McLean's Little
Gem. This is one of
the best dwarf wrinkled
peas grown; of a deli-
cious flavor; rich and sugary; very early; height, one
foot. Pkt., 10c,; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $8.00.

Daniel O'Konrhe. A popular early sort; hardy;
and a good bearer, but not as early as the Extra Early;
height, three feet. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., %9.

LATE OR GENERAL CROP.

Champion of England. A standard, wrinkled
variety of delicious flavor; very popular; one of the best
in cultivation. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $8.00.

Large White Marrow Pat. A fine large pea;
good flavor. Pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $8.00.

Yorkshire Hero. A very fine large dwarf wrink-
led variety, of good quality and productive. Pkt., 10c ;
lb., 15c; per 100 lbs., $8.00.

Tall Sugar. Edible pods, purple blossom; the pods
when very young are used the same as snap short beans;
eating qualities superb; of extraordinary yielding quali-
ties. Those desiring an edible podded pea should not
fail to procure this variety. Height, four feet. Pkt.,
10c; lb., 25c

Cox's Earliest of All.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Telephone. Immensely-
productive, of the finest quality,
and excellent sugary flavor; vines
very strong, averaging eighteen to
twenty pods per stalk; the pods
are of large size and closely pack-
ed with large, delicious peas.
Second early, and also good for
general crop; four feet. Perpkt.,
10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $9.00.

Bliss' Abundance- Pods
three to three and a half inches
long, red and well filled, contain-
ing six to eight large wrinkled peas of excellent quality. It ripens about one week after the earliest kinds. Six to
eight inches apart in the rows is the nearest that the plants should stand. Per pkt., 10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $10.00.

Alaska. An extra early round pea, resembling Kentish Invicta. Pods are of a dark green color, well tilled,
and ripen uniformly. The dark green color of the pods will make it a desirable shipping variety-. Height, two feet.

Telephone.

Perpkt., 10c; lb., 15c; 100 lbs. ,"$10.00.

PEPPERS.

Sow early in hot-bed, or in open air ground about the
middle of Spring. Transplant when three inches high to
one foot apart, in drills twenty inches apart, and earth
up a little in hoeing, which can be continued until the
plants ai - e in full blossom.

Large Bell or Bull

Nose- An early variety
of mild flavor, fruit large,
slightly tapering, and gen-
erally terminating in four
obtuse, cone-like points. It
is a favorite sort, both for
pickling and for use in
crude state. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
30c; >i lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.

Ruby King. Every
one who grows Peppers,
should try Ruby King; they
often attain a very large
size. Ordinarily they grow
four and a half to six inches
long by three and a half to
four inches thick. When
ripe they are of a beautiful
bright ruby-red color, and

Large Bell or Bull Nose.

are always remarkably mild and pleasant to the taste.
Pkt., 10c; cz., 35c.

Long Cayenne-
Long, red, hot and pun-
gent ; dwarf growth.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 34
lb., 75c; lb., $2.£0.

Cherry Red. An
exceedingly ornamental
variety ;red, round, very
hot, and a great bearer.
Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c
lb., 75c; lb., $2.50

Long Cayenne.

Long Ited Pointed. Bril-
liant, long, scarlet conical pods;
very piquant, and are much used
for seasoning. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
30c; 34 lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.

Squash, or To in a 4 o-
Shaped. Fruit compressed and
more or less ribbed; skin smooth and glossy when ripe;

Long Ked Pointed.

color red, flesh thick, mild and pleasant to taste. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.

Sweet Mountain. Similar to Large Bell in
shape and color, but much larger and milder in flavor;
used for stuffed pickles. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; 34 lt>.,
75c; lb., $2.50.

PUMPKINS.

Pumpkins are usually raised in connection with corn,
but will do much better when grown in rich, light soil by
themselves. Plant in hills ten feet apart each way. A
pound of seed will plant from two to three hundred hills.

Large Field. A large, yellow variety, and best for
field culture. Very productive, and much used for cook-
ing. This kind is best for feeding stock. Pkt., 5c; 34
lb., 15c; lb., 35c.

Connecticut Field. A large, yellow variety, hard
shell; an excellent variety for field culture. Pkt., 5c. ;
oz.. 10c; % lb., 15c; lb., 40c.

Mammoth. Grows to a very large size. Sometimes
weighing two hundred pounds. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; %
lb., 80c; lb., $2.50.

Cushaw (Crooked Neck). Similar in many re-
spects to the Winter Crooked Neck Squash; flesh yellow,
fine grained and sweet. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; 34 lb., 35c;
lb., $1.00.

Large Tours. Grows to enormous size, has weigh-
ed as high as 200 pounds; frequently weighs 100 to 150
pounds. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 75c; lb-., $2.50.

~ RADISHES.

New French Breakfast. Very superior vari-
ety, oval, tipped with white; very tender. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; y± lb., 25c; lb., 70c.

Rose, Olive-shaped- Oval, ten-
der and excellent. Flesh, rose-colored,
•Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

Scarlet, or Red Turnip.

Round, flesh white and tender. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; 34
lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

White, Olive
shaped- Simi-
lar to the rose,
except in color.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c;
X lb., 25c; lb.,
$1.00.

nod. Wbl*«i Tiir-

nip- Similar to
Red, except in color; very tender.
% lb., 25c; lb., 75c

Chinese Hose Winter. An excellent winter
radish; medium size; fine. Pkt., 5 cents; oz., 10 cents;
lb., $1.00.

Scarlet, or Red
Turnip.

Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c;

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White Strasburgb.

White Strasburgh.

A very desirable summer va-
riety and highly prized by
market gardeners, all claim-
ing it to be the quickest
growing of all radishes; both
skin and flesh are pure white,
firm and brittle, and of excel-
lent quality. It grows to a
large size and holds its table
qualities well. Pkt., 5c; oz ,
10c; % ib , 25c; lb., 75c.

Mammoth Chinese
Radish. (True.) A giant
white radish, often attaining
the weight of three pounds.
Grown by the Chinese, the
seed of which is imported
from China. The manyinqui-
i lies from Eastern visitors for
, seed of this enormous radish
induces us to place it upon
| the market. In order to have
it pure and true, we have im-
ported the seed direct from
China. It is pure white, mild
Mammoth Chinese Radish, flavor, tender and crisp. It
should not be confounded with the variety offered in East-
ern catalogues under the name of California Mammoth
White wiuter. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb , 75c; lb., $3.

I m pro veil Char-
tier Radish. The

Chartier Badish is of a
very attractive appear-
ance, being scarlet at top,
shading to pink in the
middle to pure white at
tip. It resembles Long
Scarlet in shape, but will
grow to about twice the
size. It continues grow-
ing for a long time with-
out getting pithy or
growing to seed. Very
valuable for market gar-
deners as well as for pri-
vate growers. Per pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Early Long Scar-
let or Salmon- Sim-
ilar to Scarlet Short Top,
but more of a Salmon
color. Pkt., 5c;oz., 10c,
% lb., 20c, lb., 60c.

Russian White

Improved Charter Radish. Winter. A fine white

radish, similar to Chinese
Bose, except in color.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; lb.,
$1.00.

Black Spanish
Winter- A popular
winter variety. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c; lb., 70c.

Salsify.

Long Scarlet.
Long Scarlet. A popular,
long, scarlet variety, six or seven
inches in length. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

RHUBARB.

Victoria. A large variety.
About the best for general use.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c. d-

Li incus. Large, fine flavored,
variety. Pkt., 5c. ; oz., 20c.

SALSIFY, or Vegetable Oyster.

This is a vegetable which, when properly prepared,
resembles very much in taste and flavor the oyster, from
which it takes its name; In growth it is much like the
parsnip, having a long, white, tapering root, with a grassy
top. Sow in Spring in drills twelve inches apart, and
thin out to six inches in the drills. The roots may be
allowed to stand out all Winter. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; %

lb., 50; lb., $1.50.

SQUASHES.

^0- OUR SEED IS SAVED FROM SQUASHES ESPECIALLY
GROWN FOR SEED.

Essex Hybrid or Hard Shell Turban This
new and very excellent Squash is a cross between a Hubbard
and the American Turban, having the color, shape and
superior qualities of the Turban, with the dryness and hard
shell of the Hubbard. It is one of the most productive
Squashes; also very early and of quick growth. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 15c; % lb , 40c; lb., $1.00.

An excellent
good as the
5c; oz., 10c;

Hubbard.

Squash, almost as
sweet potato. Pkt.,
lb, 75c

American Turban
Squash. "Thisis decidedly the best
of all Squashes; as good for Sum-
mer (also Eall and early Winter)
as the Hubbard is for Winter.
Flesh orange-yellow, thick, fine-
grained, sugary; and particularly Hubhard.
well flavored. This must not be

confounded with the showy but worthless French Turban,
or Turk's Cap. Pkt, 5c; oz, 15c; lb, 75c.

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Perfect Gem Squash.

Perfect Gem
Squash- It is a

j^mpi strong grower and a
'""SB l ar y e yielder — as
s many as twenty-
■ four Squashes hav-
iug been produced
on a single vine.
The Squashes are
HH' from four to six
inches in diameter,
of a creamy white,
with thin, smooth

shell, slightly ribbed. The flesh cooked, is dry, sweet and
rich in flavor. It is a splendid keeper. We have kept
them for a whole year in a cool, dry room. Pkt., 5c;
oz , 15c; lb., $1.10.

Early Bush Scollop.
A good, early summer squash,
taking but little room, and
bearing abundantly. Plant in
hills three feet apart. Pkt.,
5c; oz.. 10c; lb., 90c.

Early Yellow Bush
Scollop- Similar to the

preceding, but of adeep orange

color. Both varieties are often
called "Patty Pan.' Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.

Early Bush Scollop.

But man. Skin bright green, intermixed with white;
thick shell and thick meated. The flesh is of a lemon
color, very smooth and fine grained, dry and sweet. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.

Boston Marrow. A

popular Fall Squash; thin skin,
bright orange: orange flesh,
tender and rich. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; lb., 60c.

Golden
Summer Crookneck

A small crooknecked Summer
Squash, skin bright yellow,
covered with warty excrescences
Very early, productive, and of
excellent flavor. Pkt., 5 cents;
oz., 10 cents; lb., 85 cents.

M a ■ b I elicad. A very
good Winter Squash, resem-
bling the Hubbard, sometimes
quite as good, though more
variable. Pkt., 5 cents; oz.,
10 cents; lb., 75 cents.

Winter Crookneck. Of fair quality, very hardy
and a good keeper. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.

Golden Summer Crookneck.

Vegetable Marrow.

ties.

For description, see Novel-

Mammoth Chili.

Mammoth Chili. Size enormous, often weighing two hundred and sometimes three hundred pounds. Very
profitable for stock-feeding, especially where root crops are not grown extensively. Eemarkablv productive. Pkt.,
5c; oz , 15c; lb., $1.00.

SPINACH.

BEAR IN MIND OUR PRICES INCLUDE POSTAGE PAID.

T New Thick-leaved Round- Produces large,
thick, dark-green leaves, somewhat crumpled, and pos-
sesses the valuable quality of standing a long time be-
fore running to seed. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; lb., 40c

IS or fork Savoy-leaved. The leaves are numer-
ous, succulant, curled, and wrinkled like a Savoy Cab-

bage. It produces nearly twice the weight of crop as thu
ordinary sorts and is also the hardiest of all the varieties
of Spinach. Pkt., 5c; oz.. 10c; lb., 40c.

Bloomsdale Savoy-leaved. A large, curled,
thick-leaved variety ; the market gardeners favorite. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; lb., 40c

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21.

Large Hound Viroflay. A variety with large,
thick leaves, very superior to the ordinary round. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; lb., 40c

Prickly or Winter.

5c; oz., 10c; lb., 40c

Hardy for fall sowing. Pkt.,

Livingston's Perfection.

Conqnerer. Of good size, uniform in shape; color
deep red; flesh solid, of rich, mild flavor; it ripens well
up to the stem, and is exempt from cracking. Pkt., 10c;
oz., 25c; }<£ lb., 75c; lb., §2.00.

Pe hi -shaped.

% lb., 75c.

Bright red. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c;

TOMATOES.

Acme. This Tomato is one of the earliest and
.andsomest varieties. The fruit is of a medium size,
perfectly smooth and regular in shape, very solid and a
bearer. Color quite distinct, being a dark red
purplish tint. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; lb.,

Flie Trophy. This is one of the best Tomatoes in
tivation. It is unsurpassed in size, in flavor, in pro-
ctiveness. Our Seed is carefully grown for us, and
saved only from perfect specimens. Pkt., 5e.; 6z.,
% lb., 75c; lb., $2.00.

Livingston's Beauty. Ripens as
early as the Acme; of smooth form, free
from rot, keeps and carries well. In color,
a rich glossy crimson with a slight tinge
of purple. Valuable for market from its
solidity, toughness of skin, and from the
fact that it will ripen up well when picked
green. Pkt., 10c; oz., 30c; % lb., 75c;
lb., $2.00.

Essex Early Hybrid- Very early,
solid, rich flavored, large in size, grows
perfectly smooth, and is very productive.
Color is of bright pink, and ripens all over
alike. Very productive, and a vigorous
grower; fruits evenly on the vines. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 75c; % lb., 85c; lb., $2.00.

Livingston's Perfection. This
variety is shaped like the Acme, somewhat
larger, the same flavor, fully as early, per-
fectly smooth, solid, almost round, blood
red in color, with more flesh and fewer
Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.
General Grant. A very superior variety;
fruit large, of good quality, and ripens rapidly
and thoroughly. Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; % lb., 65c ;
lb., $2.00.

Extra Early lied. One of Ihe earliest;
very prolific, fair size and of excellent quality,
Pkt., 5c; oz., 25c; % lb., 65c; lb., $2.00.

Large Smooth Round lied. The old,
standard sort; large, smooth, solid, and very pro-
ductive. An excellent market variety. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.00.

arge Red California, or Fejee. —
Fruit large, light red, or pinkish color; very solid
and well flavored; a good late sort. Pkt., 5c. ;
oz., 25c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.00.

31 ay flower. This new variety is one of the
earliest of the large kinds in cultivation, at least
one-third larger than the Early Acme; of a bright
red color; ripens evenly and presents a beautiful appear-
ance; shape globular, slightly flattened, perfectly smooth;
flesh solid. Pkt., 15c; oz., *5c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.00.

Canada Victor. An early variety, originating in
Canada; fruit solid, and of rich flavor. Pkt., 10c; oz.,
25c; % lb., 75c; lb., $2.00.

seeds.

Our turnip seeds are all choice American grown, and
prices include postage paid. If ordered by express or
freight, deduct eight cents per pound.

Early White Flat Dutch.

Medium size and early. Of excel-
lent quality while young and ten-
der. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb.,
20c; lb., 50c.

Early WhiteStone. Some-
what resembles the White Dutch;
but more round, stronger foliage,
and finer texture. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
Early White Flat Dutch. 10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c.

TURNIPS.

Purple Top Strap Leaf. An excellent early
variety; large size, and purple color above ground. Flesh,
fine grained and exceedingly rich. This is the best vari-
ety cultivated. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c ; lb.. 50c.

White Norfolk. A large English variety, some-
what irregular in form, the upper portion of the root
sometimes growing four or five inches above the ground.
Flesh white and cross-grained, but sweet. Pkt., 5c. ; oz.,
10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 70c.

White Egg. A valuable new variety, of very rapid
growth; egg-shaped, with thin, white skin. Very solid,
Arm, fine-grained flesh, of sweet, mild flavor. It grows
to a good size, and is excellent either as an early or late
variety; keeps well. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c;
lb., 60c

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Robertson's Golden, Ball or Orange Jell v.

A rapid grower, of excellent flavor, globe-shaped, bright
yellow color, good keeper, and a superior table variety,
or for stock. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

Purple Top VVhite Globe. A variety of decided
merit. Of globular shape, very handsome, and of super-
ior quality, either for the table or stock. It is a heavy
producer, early, of rapid growth, and an excellent keeper.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c

Yellow Aberdeen, or Scotch. Hardy, pro-
ductive, and a good keeper; globe-shaped, yellow, flesh
firm; good for table use or feeding stock. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10c; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c

Large Vellow Globe. Handsome, globular shape;
color pale yellow, with greenish top. One of the best
fora general crop, either for table use, or for stock; keeps

hard and brittle until late in the spring.
10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

Pkt., 5c; oz.

Purple Top
Milan Turnip —

This is emphatically the
earliest of the whole
turnip family. It re-
sembles every way the
common Early Eed
Top, with the exception
that the purple is of a
darker and richer color.
Purple Top Milan Turnip. It is beyond all com-
parison the variety for early market, and every one of
our customers will endorse it as a decided acquisition.
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c; lb., 60c.

RITA B4GA, OR SWEDISH TURXIP.

The Euta Baga succeeds
best in deep, rich, mellow
soil, which should be deeply
plowed and well pulverized
before sowing the seed, which
should be in hills, or rows,
eighteen inches apart. A
rand of seed is sufficient
| for an acre.

Sltirving's Purple
Top. A fine variety, bulb
ovoid, surface smooth, with
but few fibrous roots; flesh
yellow, of solid texture,
sweet and well flavored.
Under a high state of culti-
vation upward of nine hun-
dred bushels have been raised
from an acre. Pkt., 5c; oz.,
10 cents; % lb., 20 cents; lb., 50 cents.

Sweet German. Large.white, sweet, excellent; a
first rate keeper Fkt., 5c ; oz.. lilc.; % lb., 25c; lb., 75c.
_ Lour White, or Cow Horn- Matures very
quickly; roots shaped like a carrot, about half of which
are formed above ground; flesh, white; fine-grained and
sweet, and of excellent quality for table use. Pkt., 5c;
oz., 10c: }i lb., 20c; lb.. 50c.

Gov's Improved Yellow Rnta Baga. This
magnificent Swedish is the result of judicious selections;
it is the hardest, most productive and most nutritions
variety. It is a large, purple-top, yellow variety; shape
slightly oblong, with single tap root, free from coarseness

Skirving's Purple Top

of neck, and for uniformity of crop and keeping qualities
is superior to all other Swedes. It produces a very heavy
weight per acre, and keeps sound aud good until late in
the spring; flesh alwavs sweet and rich iu flavor. Pkt.,
5c; oz., 10c; ^ lb., 35c; lb., 90.

Cox's Improved Yellow Ruin Baga.

Very early
use.' Tkt!,

L.aing'* Strap-leafed Improved.

and handsome; yellow flesh; fine for table
5c; oz., 10c; lb., 50c.

Carter's Imperial Hardy Swede. An En-
glish variety, highly recommended as producing extraor-
dinary crops. Pkt*., 5c; oz., 10c; % lb., 20c ; lb., 50c.

AROMATIC AJTD SWEET J1ERRS.

ANISE,
BALM,

BASIL, SWEET,

BORAGE,

CARAWAY,

CORIANDER,

DILL,

FENNEL,

HOREHOUND,

LAVENDER,
ROSEMARY,
RUE,

SAFFRON,
SUMMER SAVORY,
SWEET MAJORAM,

WINTER SAVORY,
WORMWOOD,
TARRAGON— 20 cts.

Saee. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; % lb , 50c; lb., $1.50.

Thyme. True broad-leaved English. %oz., 30c; oz., 50c; % lb., $1.25.; lb., $4.50.

TOBACCO SEED.

Sterling. The newest and brightest of the yellow
type; and being the earliest to ripen, is surest in localities
liable to early frosts. Oz., 25c.

Primus. Leaves large, fibers fine, and texture silky.
Yields big crops of extra line quality. Suited for manu-
facturing of cigars. Oz., 25c.

>^f^ Per Pack e t, IP Cents. T?^>~

Sweet Oronoko. Used for first-class plug fillers,
and makes, when sun-cured, the best Natural Chewing
Leaf. Makes an Eastern filler unsurpassed. Oz., 25c.

Flanagan. Used for making sweet fillers and ma-
hogany wrappers. It is a variety of the Old Sweet Oro-
noko, with broader leaves and finer texture. Oz., 25c.

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Big Oronokn. Has a large, broad, finely-shaped leaf, and for
strips and dark wrappers has no equal. Oz., 25c.

Blue Pryor. The genuine James River favorite. Rich shipper,
superior to the Kentucky Blue Pryor. Oz., 25c.

Connecticut Seed Leaf. The largest, finest and best of this
indispensable kind. Oz., 25c.

Pennsylvania Seed Leaf. Gessner and other superior kinds.
The best grown in the famous Lancaster County district. Oz., 25c.

General Grant. One of the finest, earliest, and most popular
kinds of cigars. Oz., 25c.

Havana. Grown from imported seed — Vuelto de Abajo — direct'
Better than imported seed for American planters. Oz., 50c.

Big Havana- A heavy cropper, of fine texture, delightful flavor,
and the earliest cigar variety to mature and ripen. The best American-
ized Havana. Oz., 50c.

Hester- A new variety; has no superior for the yellow type, and
makes fine cigar stock. It has size, shape, texture and color, and ripens
early. Oz., 25c.

Yellow Oronoko. A reliable old yellow variety, grown for more
than fifty years, and improved with reference to the production of yellow
stock. Oz., 25c.

Yellow Pryor- Preferred by many for brights, and succeeds
where other yellow sorts fail. The West is giving it preference.
Oz., 25c.

Tobacco Plant

New Crop Grass and Clover Seeds,

IF ORDERED BY MAIL, 10 cents per Pound must be added for Postage.
25 lbs. sold at lOO-lb. rates

We claim that we sell the highest grades of Grass and Clover Seeds that are offered in this country. The

difference in price between cboice, clean seed, and second or third quality, is from one to two cents per pound We
do not intend to compete with samples offered by commission merchants, many of whom have no knowledge of the
Seeds they sell, whether good, bad or indifferent. Should the Seed prove poor or mixed, the loss to the planter is ten
times more than the entire cost of the Seed. Every intelligent farmer knows that the best Seed that can be obtained
is the cheapest in the long run. Customers of course understand that the prices of Grass and Clover Seeds are
subject to change. Be sure and obtain our samples and prices before you buy elsewhere. Special rates on
large quantities.

Alfalfa, or Lucerne- (Medicago saliva) . Alfalfa,
a perennial plant, is a species of Lucerne, sometimes
called Chili Clover, and is cue of the most nutritious
Clovers known, and has excited the liveliest interest
among the California stock-growers, from its immense
yield and perfect fattening qualities. But to be grown
successfully, it must have a fine loamy soil, deep and al-
luvial in its nature, and have bountiful supplies of
moisture. It grows continuously. There is no cessation
of growth during any part of the year, though somewhat
retarded by cold weather. 20 to 25 pounds of seed to the
acre. Lb., 20c ; 100 lbs., price on application.

English Perennial Rye
Grass. Is held in high esteem for
pasturage, soiling and the formation
I of lawns. In habit, somewhat like
Orchard Grass; and it is possible
1 that united on the same meadow it
would be profitable. It ripens early
and should be cut when in blossom,
making a large return of very nutri-
tious hay, of which stock is very fond.
Is naturally adapted to a variety of
soils, but succeeds best on moderately
moist land. In a choice mixture for
permanent pasture, it would form a
valuable adjunct. Sow fifty pounds
to'the acre. Lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $8.00
Italian Kye Grass. Is one
of the most valuable grasses in
Europe; in England, recommended
Perennial Rye.Grass. as the best to cut green for soiling,

and excellent for grazing. One great merit is its rapidity
of growth, which makes it even valuable for one season.
It affords repeated large and nutritive crops. When sown
with other grasses, but a small quantity of seed should
be used, for if too thick it is liable to choke the others
out. It grows best in rich, moist meadows. Sow forty
to fifty pounds to the acre Lb., 15c;
100 lbs., $8.00.

Timothy {Phleum pratense).
This is decidedly the best grass for
hay, making a large return on j
strong, rich clay, of medium state of l
moisture; though somewhat coarse
and hard, especially if allowed to
ripen its seed, yet, if cut in the blos-
som or directly after, it is relished
by all kinds of stock, and especially
so by horses, while it possesses a
large percentage of nutritive matter
in comparison with other agricul-
tural grasses. It grows very rapidly
and yields very large crops on favor-
able soils. It can never be used ef-^
fectually as a pasture grass. It will \
take from twelve to fifteen pounds '
per acre. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $6.00. nmuiuy.

Bed Top (Agrostis vulgaris). A valuable grass for
moist soils. It is a good permanent grass, standing our
climate as good as any others, and consequently well
suited to our pastures, in which it should be fed close;
for if allowed to grow up to seed, the cattle refuse it.
On moist, rich soil, it will grow two feet, and on poor,

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gravelly soil, about half that height. Thirty pounds are
sown per acre. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $7.00.

Australian Kye Grass (Lolium perenne). Very
nutritious, aud valuable for permanent pastures. Fifty
to seventy five pounds of seed per acre, when sown alone.
Lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $.800.

-Egyptian, or Pearl IVI illet (PenicUlaria spicata).
The Rural New Yorker publishes its experience with
Pearl Millet on its trial grounds. From a single seed
fifty-two stalks were produced, weighing forty-two and a
half pounds. The highest stalk was ten feet one inch,
and the circumference of the plant was thirteen feet nine
inches three feet from the ground. Several plants were
cut August 1st, and the subsequent growth was nine
pounds per plant, making over fifty pounds of green fod-
der from a single seed. When the plant first comes up
the stems are prostrate, but assume an upright position
when two feet long. Stock eat it with great avidity. It
can be cut three or four times, sprouting readily and
growing rapidly after each cutting. It is probably fully
equal to sweet corn for fodder, and will yield five times
the quantity on the same ground. We hope all our farm-
ers will give it a trial. It should be sown in drills.drop-
ping about two or three seeds two feet apart, as plenty
of room is required for its growth. Four pounds of seed
are sufficient for an acre. Lb., 35c

Hungarian Glass {Panimm Germanicum). A
valuable forage plant. Succeeds well on dry, light soil;
withstands the drouth remarkably, remaining green when
every other vegetation is parched up; and if its develop-
ment is arrested by dry weather, the least rain will restore
it to vigor. Sow broadcast at the rate of twenty to thirty
pounds to the acre, and cultivate the same as Millet.
Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $6.00.

OreJard brass.

Kentucky Blue Grass.

Orchard Grass (Glactylis glomorata) . This is one
of the most valuable and widely known of all pasture
grasses, coming early in the spring and remaining later
in autumn than any other; it grows about two and a
half feet high, producing an immense quantity of leaves
and foliage. It is well adapted for sowing under trees or
orchards, and very valuable for grazing or for hay. It
requires from thirty to forty pounds to sow an acre.
Lb., 20c; 100 lbs., $13.00.

Kentucky Blue Grass (Poa pratensis). This
grass yields, at a very early period of the season, herbage
of the most nutritious properties; thrives in moderately
dry soils; extensively grown in many parts of the coun-
try, but used principally for grass plats and lawns. Sow
for lawns, seventy to ninety pounds per acre. Lb., 30c,;
100 lbs., $20.00.

Millet, German [Pahicum Germanicum udsj\). An
improved variety, yielding a larger crop of seed than the
Common Millet. It is also taller than the Common, and
yields a heavier crop of hay. The grains or seeds are
larger, and of a deeper orange yellow. It will grow on
any good agricultural land, and yields heavily when arti-
ficial water, if required, can be applied at the proper
time. It yields from forty to sixty bushels of seed per

of seed to the acre,
them tco deep. Lb..

acre, which is excellent feed for stock or poultry. For a
crop of seed, sow from twelve to fifteen pounds per acre,
and for hay, 25 to 30 pounds. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $6.00.

Mesqnite {Holcus lanacus). Valuable on the cleared
redwood and pine lands of California and Oregon, giving
large crops of hay aud good pasture, but not considered
as nutritious as some other grasses. Thirty-five pounds
to the acre. Lb., 12c; 100 lbs , $6.50.

!*weet-sceuted Vernal Grass. This is one of
the earliest spring grasses, as well as one of the latest in
autumn, and is also the only grass which is fragrant. It
is principally sown in connection with other grasses, in
mixtures, for pastures, lawns, etc. Lb., 85c.

Arabian Evergreen MiHttt {Sorghum halapense)
"Johnson Grass," also sometimes called Green Vtiiley
Grass, and Panicum speclabilis. It is claimed that it is
the most valuable forage plant known, taking into con-
sideration its adaptability to .ill kinds of soil and climate,
and its resistance to drouth. It will thrive for months
without moisture, which makes it specially adapted to
the dry plains of mesas of California, or wherever there
is but little rainfall. The best time to sow the seed is
late in the fall and during the winter— any time Defore hot
weather. Prepare the ground the same as for timothy
or any other grass. Sow broadcast ten to fifteen pounds
The seeds are small; don't cover
25c. by mail; 100 lbs., $15.00.

lied Clover. This invalu-
able plant may justly be placed at
the head of the list; by its .judi-
cious use, lands, which have been
exhausted by too severe a course
of cropping, maybe brought, back
to their pristine fertility, and
fresher and inexhausted fields pre-
- served in undiminished vigor. It
succeeds on any soil of moderate
fertility if sufficiently dry; may
be sown in Autumn or Winter at
the South or in the North upon
the snow, immediately previous to
its disappearance, by which the
seed is distributed with regularity,
and carried down into the crev-
ices of the soil. From fifteen to
twenty pounds of good seed is
required for an acre, more being
necessary on old or stiff soils than
on new and lighter ones. Lb., 20c; 100 lbs., §16.00.

White Dutch Clover. An excellent pasturage
grass, forming, in conjunction with the Kentucky Blue
Grass, the finest and most nutritious food for sheep and
cows. Its flowers are also a favorite resort for the honey-
bee. It succeeds on all rich clayey lands if not too wet.
Sow ten pounds per acre. Lb., 40c; 100 lbs., $30.00.

Alsike, or Swedish Clover [Trifolium Hybrida).
The most hardy of Clovers. It resists the severest cold
or extremes, or drouth and wet, yields large crops of
superior hay, and may be cut several times iu a season on
rich soils. It is well suited to sowing on lauds liable to
wash, as its long, fibrous roots spread over a wide area,
aud so interlace and hold the soil as to resist the heaviest
rains. Can be planted on any soil; stalk fine and palat-
able. Its blossom-heads are round somewhat resembling
white clover in shape; flesh-colored; very sweet and
fragrant, being much liked by bees. It seeds freely and
is easily threshed. The seeds are fine, and require only
about four pounds per acre. Sow in Spring or Fall.
Lb., 25c; 100 lbs., $20.00.

Espersette, or Sainfoin ( H< dysarumoiuforj/chis}.
This is a leguminous plant, with many stems from two
to three feet long, straggling, tapering, smooth; leaves
in pairs of pointed, oblong leaflets, slightly hairy on the
under side; flower stalks higher than the leaves, ending
in a spike of crimson or vnregated flowers, succeeded by
flat hard pods, toothed on the edges and prickly on the
sides: roots perennial and hard and woody; flowers in
July. It will take twenty to thirty pounds to sow one
acre. Lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $11.00.

Ked Clo\ er.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

Burr Clover (Medicago maculala). An excellent
fodder plant for the South, not being affected by drouth
or Southern winters. The stems soon spread over a large
area. Stop grazing in April, when it will shoot up and
spread rapidly, producing a large crop of seeds, then die
down to come up again in August or September. The
same ground may be cultivated to another crop in Sum-
mer by leaving the space of one foot unbroken between
the rows. The seeds are contained in small, burr-like
pods, hence its name. Being difficult to thresh, the seed
is sold in the burr — a bushel weighing about twenty-five
pounds. A bushel of the burrs should be sown per acre
in Fall. Lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $8.00.

Alfilaiia. This is an exceedingly valuable and
nutritious forage plant, reputed to impart an excellent
flavor to milk and butter, It is found growing more ex-
tensively in the interior mountainous districts of Cali-
fornia, Oregon and Mexico. It has been very much in-
quired for of late by many of our largest cattle men.
Cattle on the Coast Ranges thrive where there is no other
forage than that which they can get by grazing where
this plant grows. The seed is very difficult to gather;
we have obtained a limited supply of the seed which we
offer. Per pkt., 25c; per lb., $1.00.

Japan Clover (Lespedeza Striata). This is a most
valuable Clover for grazing purposes, and in rich ground

makes most excellent hay. While known for many years,
not until the past three years has the seed been upon
the market for sale. For milch cows it is peculiarly
desirable, making a large flow of milk.

This must be sown in Spring, and at the rate of ten
pounds per acre. The seed is usually ready for market-
early in December. Lb., 50c.

It ei mud a Grass. It thrives in the arid, barren
drift sands of the sea-shore, covering them by its long,
creeping stems, whose deeply penetrating roots impart
firmness to a soil which else would remain devoid of
vegetation. It is esteemed one of the most valuable of
our grasses, either in the pasture or cured as hay.

Eight to ten pounds of seed to the acre, which must
be sown during the hot weather. Lb., $1.50.

Ariimlo Arenaria {Sea sand grass) . Eeed grass.
A coarse growing grass valuable as a natural sand-builder,
preventing the sand from drifting. This grass has been
the means of reclaiming many acres. It was introduced
here in San Francisco by Mr. Adolph Sutro and the
Golden Gate Park Commissioners. Our loose, sandy
beaches are the most suitable for its growth. It can be
grown from seed or roots. The Spring is the usual time
of planting, though it can be sown m the Fall or Winter.
We have a shipment of seed to arrive about 1st of Feb-
ruary. Price, per lb., 50c.

COX'S EVERGREEN LlWJf MIXTURE.

Several years of experience has enabled us to select the fiuest imported and native grasses, valuable for lawns and
eroquet grounds, that will best stand the long dry season of California; this improved mixture forms a heavy sward
that keeps green in our driest Summers. Lb., 35c; 100 lbs., §30.00.

Prepare the ground by thoroughly digging and pulverizing; add some good fertilizer so as to give the young grass
a good start. After sowing make the soil firm and keep moist until the seed germinates. It must be remembered,
that much of the tine appearance of lawns depends upon the regularity of mowing; if let too long before cutting, the
grass becomes coarse and patchy, and its smoothness is destroyed.

Miscellaneous Agricultural Seeds

By Mail, 10 cents per Pound must be added. Kg —

Kaffir Corn.

Kaffir Corn. A new and valuable forage plant,
cultivated for forage and grain. From four to five feet
high, making a straight, upright growth. It has a stalky

stem, with numerous wide leaves. The stalks keep
clean, and are brittle and juicy, not hardening like other
virieties of sorghum, making excellent fodder, either
green or dried, which is highly relished by cattle, horses
and mules. The seed heads form at the top of each
stalk, and as soon as these show the grain well, the joints
next below the top send up shoots which yield the second
seed heads. If grain, chiefly is desired, these heads may
all be allowed to mature on the stalk, and then the whole
stalk may be cured into fodder; for it is not, even then
so hard but that it will be easily cut up and well eaten by
cows and mules. But if the crop is wanted mainly for
fodder, it is recommended to cut down the whole stalk
when the first seed heads come into bloom, at which stage
it cures admirably and makes most excellent forage. The
second growth springing at once from the roots, will still
mature a full crop of grain and a second full crop of for-
age before the middle of October. Sow in rows three feet
apart, three to five pounds of seed to the acre. Lb., 15c;
100 lbs., $S.00.

White Milo Maize or Brandling Dhoura.

Of South American origin, already well advertised and
distributed. Valuable as a forage plant and for its grain,
having great capacity to stand a drouth. It can be cut and
fed at any stage, or cured when heading out, for fodder.
It bears grain in erect, full heads, and is almost equal to
corn for feeding all sorts of stock; also makes excellent
meal. It requires all Summer to mature seed. Plant in
April, three to five seeds in a hill, eighteen inches apart,
four to five rows, and thin to two plants and cultivate as
corn. It shoots out greatly, and makes a great amount of
forage. Three to five pounds per acre. Can be cut for
green feed several times a season. One acre yielded forty-
bushels of seed for us this season. Lb., 15c; 100 lbs..
$8.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Sugar Cane— Early Amber. This is by far
the best variety for sugar, as it matures quickly and has
been cultivated as far north as St. Paul, Minnesota. The
seed is valuable also as food for horses and cattle, and is
greedily eaten by poultry, increasing the egg production.
For ensilage or fodder it possesses important advantages.
Per "lb., 10c; 100 lbs., $6.00.

Jute. An annual plant. In Bengal the fibers of this
plant are used for making the coarse sacks iu which cof-
fee and sugar are packed. A coarse kind of wearing
apparel is also made of it. It is cultivated quite exten-
sively in the East Indies, China and Japan, and is now
extensively sown in our Southern States. It thrives in
any good corn ground. Sow in drills about eight inches
apart, four pounds to the acre. Requires no cultivation, as
it will outstrip in growth any and all weeds. May also be
sown broadcast 6 or 7 lbs. to the acre. Lb., 75c; oz., 15c

Jerusalem Corn. This corn belongs to the non-
ssacharine sorghums, and was brought here from the arid
plains of Palestine by a missionary, who gave two grains
of it to a farmer in Finney County, Kansas. These two
grains made five heads the first year, next season he got
five bushels, and next season he planted eight acres and
gathered 21)0 bushels. It is pronounced the best and
surest grain crop for dry countries and seasons, even
better than Kaffir Corn, Dhoura and Milo Maize. It
grows about three feet high, makes one large head on
main stalk, and several smaller heads on side shoots, have
seen as high as eight heads on one stalk. The grains are
pure white and nearly flat. Three pounds will plant an
acre. Per lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $10.00.

The experimental farm at Garden City, raised a crop
of it this season, and makes the following report:

From HENRY CLAY BROOKS, Superintendent of the)
United States Experimental Grass and Forage Station. \

Garden Citv, Kansas, October 27th,"1890.

This to certify, that, I raised a fair crop of "Jerusalem Corn"
on the un irrigator! part of the United States Experimental Farm
the past. season, which was the dryest season in the past fifteen
years at this point. The record showing ten inches less rainfall
this year than the average of the past fifteen years.

I had ninety acres in crop with the different varieties of forage
plants, and the Jerusalem Corn was the only kind that did any
good. I consider it good for both man and beast. I have ex-
perimented with it in fattening a hog, and the hog is iu as finea
condition as I ever saw one. I have also used it in my family in
the form of hominy, and it certainly makes the best hominy
that I ever ate. H. C. BROOKS, in charge.

_ Spring Vetches, or Tares ( Vvsa saliva}. A spe-
cies of the pea. grown extensively in England, and to a
considerable extent in Canada, for stock, but not much
used in the States. Culture same as field peas; eighty \ f
pounds to the acre. Lb., 15c; 100 lbs., $9.00.

Flax (Linum usitatissimum) . Sow late enough in the
Spring to avoid frost, and early enough to secure the
early rains. A fair average quantity of seed to be sown jj .
on an acre is one-half bushel, when cultivated for seed;
if for the fiber, a larger quantity should be sown. Cut
before quite ripe, and, if the weather be dry, let it lie in
a swath a few hours, when it should be raked, bound
and secured from the weather; thresh early iu the Fall } ;
and in dry weather. Lb , 10c; 100 lbs., market price.

Poppy Opium. Its seed furnishes about 35 per
cent, of an agreeable, sweet oil, good for eatiup, painting | ;
and illuminating. May be sown in Spring, either broad-
cast or in drills, covering with but little earth. It is also 1
cultivated for opium. Oz., 20c.

Mammoth Russian Sunflower. Highly
recommended for poultry; the best egg-producing food
known. It can be grown cheaper than corn, yielding
over oue hundred bushels to the acre. The leaves make
splendid fodder, much relished by all kinds of stock.
Pkt., 5c; lb., 20c.

Kice — Wild (Zizania aquatica). The wild rice of the '
North and West is a valuable forage plant for swamps
and overflowed laud, also highly esteemed for sowing
along water courses to attract fowl. Excellent, either
green or cured. Our seed stock gathered by the Indians,
on Eice Lake, Canada, the past season, is of the finest
grade, one that we can recommend to sportsmen's clubs
for wild duck feeding. Lb., 30c.

Dirbctiods for Sowixg. — "Put the rice in coarse linen
or cotton bags, and sink them in water for twenty-four
hours. Sow in water which is from six inches to five
feet deep, in soft mud bottom, and in places where there
are but few weeds. It is useless sowing this seed except
on a mud bottom, or on low marshy places, which are
covered with water the year around. In running water,
sow as much out of the current as possible."

Teosin

Teosinte [Reanaluxurians), This gigantic grammrea
of Central America, somewhat resembles Indian Corn.
It produces a great number of shoots, growing twelve I
feet high, very thickly covered with leaves, yielding an
abundance of forage. In the North, a single seed will
make from twelve to fifteen stalks. It surpasses either

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

corn or sorghum as a soiling or fodder plant. Planted
three feet apart, it will coyer the ground by Autumn
with only ordinary culture. Pkt., 10c; oz., 25c; lb.,
$2.50.

Broom Corn, Improved Evergreen. Grows
about seven feet high, brush of good length, and of green
appearance when ripe. Lb., 10c.

Ramie Silver China Grass— ( Urtica nivea).
This is the variety now so extensively cultivated in the
South for its fiber. The seed should be germinated by
sowing it on cotton floating in a tub of lukewarm water,
and transferriug it to a bed well screened from the hot
sun. When the plants are four inches high, transplant
to a held in rows four feet apart each way; and when
plants are three feet high, turn them over and peg to the
ground, after which cover them with earth, and they will
start from every joint and in every direction, completely
covering the field in a short time. Oz., $1.00; lb., $10.

Peanut- The Peanut thrives and produces best on
a light, sandy, tolerably fertile soil, with a good clay sub-
soil. It possesses a long tap-root, which extends deep
into the earth, drawing thence the uutriment which is
beyond the reach of many of our cultivated crops. The
soil should be deep and mellow and well broken up, so as
to be ready for planting soon after frosts are over. April
is a suitable time. They may be plauted in the pod, or
shelled, two in a hill; it is best to drop about four in a
hill on the level ground, the rows being laid off three and
a half feet wide, and the hills two feet asunder; cover
them two or three inches. When they come up, thin

them two in a hill, and if there be any vacancy, trans-
plant. It is better to plant them level than on ridges, as
they are less liable to suffer from drouth. The only after
culture they require is to keep the ground clean and mel-
low, and a slight hilling up when they are laid by. They
will produce from 25 to 75 bushels per acre, according to
soil and culture, and are as easily cultivated as corn.
Lb., 15c; 100 lbs., market price.

White Egyptian Corn. Lb., 10 cents; 100 lbs.,
market price.

Brown Egyptian Corn. Lb., 10 cts.; 100 lbs.,
market price.

White Mustard. Lb., 15 cents; 100 lbs., market
price.

Hop Seed. Oz., $1.00.

Lentils, Best Imported. Succeed best in dry,
sandy soil. A leguminous annual, the seeds of which
are valuable for pigeons, and also largely used for soups.
Lb., 20c; 100 lbs., $9.00.

BIRD SEED.

Canary- Lb., 10c. Millet. Lb., 10c.

Hemp. Lb., 10c. iYlaw. Lb., 25c.

Rape. Lb., 10c Mixed Canary. Lb., 10c

COTTON NEED.

Tennessee Upland. Twenty-five pounds to the
I acre; 25 cents per pound.

Seed Potatoes— Northern Grown.

<!£. I IT IS WELL KNOWN THAT SEED POTATOES FROM THE I *V,

<tfV | . . NORTH DO MUCH BETTER THAN HOME GROWN. . . | ?t?

The price of all varieties is Twenty-five Cents per Pound; Five Pounds for One Dollar,
by mail, carefully packed and sent Post-paid to any address.

Enrly Ro*e. This variety is so well-known that it needs no description, having been in cultivation for the
last ten or twelve years. Our stock is true, and not the mixture generally to be found in the market. 25 lbs., 3c.
per lb.; 100 lbs., $2.50.

Peerless. Of medium size, uniform shape, skin white, with russety tinge; flesh fine grain, snow white when
cooked, and of remarkable mealiness, and pure delicate flavor. 25 lbs., 3c. per lb.; 100 lbs., $2.50.

Burbank's Seedling.

Bnrbank's Seedling. White skinned, few eyes, fine grained flesh; very productive; ripening between the
early and late varieties. 25 lbs., 3c. per lb.; 100 lbs., $2.50.

Peachblow. A medium, or second early variety; flesh pure white, floury, and of good flavor. An abundant
producer, keeping qualities perfect. 25 lbs., 3c. per lb.; 100 lbs., $2.50.

St. Patricli. Closely resembling Burbank's Seedling; smooth, white skin; eyes few and near the surface.
Medium early; «trong, vigorous grower, and very productive. 25 lbs., 3c. per lb.; 100 lbs., $2.50.

Humboldt, Red, Large. A very early and productne variety. Tubers are solid, uniform and handsome;
fine grain and dry, cooking well, even when first dug. Strongly recommended. 25 lbs., 3c. per lb.; 100 lbs., $2.50.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Tree and Shrub Seeds.

HOW TO CROW THEM.

The growing of Forest Trees from Seed is, in the case of some varieties, a very simple and easy process, requiring but little care
•r skill on the part of the grower.

Other varieties require special treatment and greater care and attention to insure success; while some are very difficult to grow,
and with such planters are not very likely to succeed until after having made repeated failures.

One important fact in connection with this subject must always be kept in view, and that is, it takes time for these
Seeds to germinate, in some cases only a few days, in others," several weeks; while quite frequently they will lie dormant the
whole season before commencing to grow. It often happens that Seeds of given variety, all taken from the tree at the same time,
sown together and subjected to the same treatment, will show great irregularity in time of germinating, some coming up in a few
days, others not until the next season, and still others not until the season following.

Conifers and Kvergreen Tree Seeds should be kept in perfectly dry sand until the time of sowing; if this cannot he
done readily, place them in a cool, dry spot, where mice will not eat them. Chestnuts and Walnuts should be planted in
the Fall, or kept during the Winter in sand or moss; they shrivel up by too long exposure to the air, and many of them lose their
power of vegetating entirely. Apple. I'ear, <{uinee Seed. Cherry l*its. Veaeli Pits, also those with hard shell, like
the liOcnst. Magnolias, etc., should be placed in boxes with sand and exposed to frost before planting, otherwise they may not
vegetate until a secoud year after planting; but if these Seeds arrive too late in the Spring to expose them to the action of the frost,
they may be put into a vessel of hot water for an hour or so before planting. We aiso recommend for Peach Pits and Mnzzard
Cherry Pits, to break the shell and plant the kernel only. The Seeds of other I>eei<luous Trees and Shrubs, with few ex-
ceptions, can be planted from the end of March to the middle of May with great success.

The soil should be deep, mellow and rich ; if not so, make it so by deep spading and thoroughly pulverizingthe ground. If not
rich, apply a good liberal dressing of any old, well decomposed manure; mix thoroughly with the soil and rake down all smooth
and level, and your seed bed is ready. Now draw a Hue across one side of the plat, and wfth the hoe make a shallow trench from a
half to one inch deep, according to the size of the seed to be sown: make the trench about six inches wide, scatter the seeds over
the bottom, but not too thickly, and then draw the soil back and cover the seeds to the depth of about the thickness of the seeds as
evenly as possible, then press the beds gently with the back of the spade to make firm the earth around the seeds.

Great care must be taken not to give too much water, as the young plants imbibe moisture very easily. Water with a fine hose,
but neveivso that the ground becomes soggy. Some shade must be used to protect the young plants from the hot, drying sun and
winds, and also to keep the birds from destroying them.

The trenches or drills are to be two feet apart, so that the hoe or garden cultivator can be employed in cultivation. Keep the soil
loose between the rows, and keep them well clear of weeds. Seeds of the rarer sorts may be sown in cold frames or iu boxes; if in
sold frames, the sashes should be shaded and the frame raised at the corner three or four inches to allow the air to circulate freely.

California Tree and Shrub Seeds.

PRICE PER PACKET, 25 CENTS.

Abies Dotislnsii (Douglas spruce) . Avery large
and important timber tree, 200 to 800 feet high; of pyra-
midal shape. Found throughout the Rocky Mountains,
from Oregon to Mexico. Very hardy. Oz., 50c; lb., $5.

A bies Merteiisiana ( Tsuga 31., Hemlock Spruce),
A very large tree, 150 to 200 feet high, with rather thick
red-brown bark. Very hardy, ranging from California
far into Alaska. Oz., 60c; lb., $.6 50.

Abies (Ylenziesii (Picea silchensis. Peculiar to
the Northern coast, mostly in wet, sandy soil near the
mouth of streams; probably the tallest spruce known; an
excellent timber tree; pyramidal in form. Very hardy.
Oz., 60c; lb., $6.00.

Ciipressiis Goveniana (Goven's Cypress).
Thirty to forty feet high; very ornamental; found in the
coast ranges of Monterey. Oz., 40c; lb., $4.00.

Ciipressiis Macrocarpa (Monterey Cypress).
A tree forty to sixty feet high, with rough bark, spread-
ing, horizontal branches, with rich, green foliage; very
ornamental for lawns or parks; also used extensively for
hedges. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.25.

Ciipressiis McMabiana (McNab's Cypress). A
small tree, six to ten feet high, found about Mt. Shasta,
at 5,000 feet altitude. The leaves are small and of a
deep green. Oz., 40c; lb., $3 00.

Ciipressiis Lawsouiana (Lawson's Cypress).
A handsome tree, found in moist grounds in the Shasta
mountains, and in the coast range of Oregon. The
wood is white, fragrant, fine and close-grained, free from
knots, easily worked, and very durable; also known as
Oregon Cedar, White Cedar and Ginger Pine. Oz., 40c;
lb., $4.50.

Ciipressiis Gliadalupensis (Blue Cypress). A
new fast-growing variety with beautiful bluish foliage;
very ornamental for lawns, parks or cemeteries. Oz.,
35c; lb., $3.50.

Libocedrns Deem reus (Thuya Craigiana).
Found in the coast ranges, from Oregon to San Diego;
grows from 100 to 150 feet high; fine hardy timber tree;
known as the White Cedar of California. Oz., 40c; lb.,
$4.00.

fVladroiie. A beautiful native tree of California;
the foliage is a deep green and leathery; it attains a con-
siderable size; flowers white. Pkt., 25c.

Picea Amabilis (Silver Fir). Tall symmetrical,
valuable timber tree. Oz., 40c; lb., §4.00.

Picea grandis (Western Balsam Fir). Grows 200
to 300 feet high, four to six feet in diameter; grows
rapidly in rich, moist soils; valuable timber tree. Oz.,
40c; l*b., $4.50.

Picea nobilis (California Bed Fir). A magnifi-
cent tree, with thick, brown bark, making fine timber;
forms large forests about the base of Mt. Shasta; timber
said to be better than that of other firs. Oz., 50c; lb.,
$6.00.

Picea magnifica. 200 to 250 feet high. The
Bed Fir of ihe Sierras, found at an altitude of 7,000 feet.
Very hardy. Oz., 60c. ; lb., $6.00.

Picea concolor (Abies lasiocarpa). A very orna-
mental tree, 100 to 200 feet high; very common through-
out the Sierras, ranging into Oregon; also found in
Arizona, Utah and Colorado. Oz., 50c; lb., $6.00.

Picea bracteafa. Leafy Bracted Silver Fir.
Oz., $1.00; lb., $11.00.

Piuns ISeiitliaiuiana. A magnificent tree;
grows from 200 to 300 feet high; fine timber, Very
hardy. Oz., 50c. ; lb., $5.00.

Pill lis Coillfeii (Great Coned Pine). Found in
the Coast Banges from Mt. Diablo to the southern part
of this State. Oz., 35c; lb., $3.50.

Pimis Contorta. A low tree, five to fifteen feet
high, found on the wet, sandy coast of the Pacific, from
Mendocino to Alaska. Very hardy. Oz., 60c; lb., $6.00.

Pi mis Freniontiana [Pinus monophylia) a
small tree, twenty to twenty-five feet high; frequent in
the Coast Banges through Nevada, Arizona, and Utah!
well-known as Uie Nut Piuo. Oz., 30c; lb., $3.00.

Pilllis lllSiglliS (Monterey Pine). A very orna-
mental tree for parks or lawns; grows from bixty to
seventy feet high; of rapid growth, and has beautiful
green foliage. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

Pilllis Jeffrey i. A magnificent tree, from 100 to
200 feet high; usually found on our mountains at an ele-
vation of 5,000 feet, ranging from California to Oregon!
Very hardy. Oz , 35c; lb., $3.50.

Pilllis Lanibertiana (Sugar Pine). A hardy
tree, of gigantic dimensions, from 250 to 300 feet high,
and from fifteen to twenty feet thick, with light brown,

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smooth bark; found on both slopes of the Sierras. The
wood is like that of the White Pine. Oz., 30c; lb., $2.50.

Pinus Monticola. From sixty to eighty feet
high, and about three feet in diameter at the base.
Found at an altitude from 7,000 to 10,000 feet, known
as the white pine of the Trinity Mountains, California,
ranging as far north as the State of Washington. Oz ,
50c; lb., $5,00.

Pill lis in ii lit a ta. Attains a height of from
twenty-five to fifty feet. A rather slender tree. Found
near the coast, where it is exposed to the sea winds and
fogs. Oz., 60c; lb., $7.00.

Pinus Parryana. A small tree twenty to thirty
feet high, found in the vicinity of San Diego, at an alti-
tude of 2,000 feet. Oz., 50c; lb., $5.00.

Pi n ik I'onderosa (Yellow Pine). One of the
largest pines known; 200 to 300 feet high and twelve to
fifteen feet in diameter, with very thick red-brown bark.
Found in the Coast Range, on the highest points. Very
hardy. Oz., 40c; lb., $3.50.

Pimi9 Sabiniana (Nut Pine.) Abundant over
the dry and hot hills of the Coast Range, in the Sacra-
mento Valley, and on the foot-hills of the Sierra Moun-
tains. Hardy. Oz., 30c; lb., $2.50.

Pin us Torreyana. A small tree, generally crook-
ed, twenty to thirty feet high; found on the southern
coast in the vicinity of San Diego. Seeds large and edi-
ble. Oz., 30c; lb., $3.50.

Piuiis Tuberculata (California Scrub Pine). A
small crooked tree, often found full of cones when only
two or three feet high. Oz., 50c; lb., $5.00.

Sequoia sigantea ( Wellingtonia gigantea). The
mammoth tree of California. This is the largest tree
known to exist on the American continent. The bark
is from one to two feet thick. One of the largest trees
(the so-called Grizzly Giant of the Mariposa Grove) is
ninety-three feet in circumference at the ground. Oz.,
$1.00.

Sequoia sera pervi reus. Usually known as the
Redwood. The most valuable timber of the California
forests. From 200 to 250 feet high, and from eight to
twelve feet in diameter. The wood is of a rich, brownish
red; light, but strong and durable, making excellent
timber. Hardy. Oz., 50c; lb., $4.00.

Thuja gigantea (Giant Arbor Vitfe). A tall,
graceful tree, 200 to 250 feet high, three to twelve feet
thick; pyramidal in form, with spreading and somewhat
drooping branches; frequent in the Coast Ranges of
Oregon. The wood is soft, fine-grained, and of light
color. Oz., $1.00; lb., $10.00.

Torreya Ca I i f or n ica (California Nutmeg).
Found in the Coast Range and Sierra Nevada mountain
districts, but not abundant. Grows to the height of
sixty feet; the wood is light-colored, close-grained, and
small branches, being reddish. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Artostapliylos glauca. Gieat berried Manza-
I nita. Oz , 50c.;" lb., $2.00.

Neguudo Californicum. Usually a small tree,
sometimes reaching a height of seventy feet. Oz., 25c;
lb., $1.50.

Acer ciiciiia tniii (Vine Maple). A shrub or
tree from Northern California and Oregon. Hardy .
Oz., 30c; lb., $3.50.

Acer (> la brum (Maple). Usually a shrub, but
sometimes a small tree, thirty to forty feet high. Oz.,
25c; lb., $2.00.

Acer Macroiiliylliim (Maple). A tree fifty to
ninety feet high, from the Coast Ranges in California.
The wood is white, hard, and takes a fine polish. Oz. ,
25c; lb., $1.50.

Coriius INnralli (Dogwood). A showy tree or
large shrub, flowering in May, the flowers followed by
large clusters of double berries, and much resembling
the Eastern C. Florida, and apparently even more worthy
of cultivation. Wood close-grained and very hard. Oz.,
30c; lb., $2.50.

Azalea Occidentalis. Charming California
Azalea, the great ornament of the wooded districts.
Flowers two and a half to three inches long, white,
shades, pink variegated by a pale-yellow band. Pkt.,25c

No | in a Parryii. A hardy ornamental plant,
trunk three to six feet high, leaves narrow, three to four
| feet long; producing a stont flouring stem with numer-
ous white flowers. Pkt., 50c; oz., $2.00.

Garrya elliptiea. A beautiful California ever-
green shrub, flowering in winter and early spring, pre-
senting a very ornamental appearance. Hardy. Pkt.,
25c; oz., $1.00.

Arbutus Menziesii. Oz., 40.; lb., $4.00.

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Eucalyptus globulus (Blue Gum). A very rapid
growing tree, making valuable timber; height 200 feet.
Oz., 50c; lb., $4.50.

K. Ko-trata (Red Gum). A rapid-growing tree, 100
to 150 feet high; stands heat and considerable cold with-
out injury. Oz., 50c; $5.00.

E. aniygdalina (Messmate or Almond-leaved
Stringybark). A first-class timber for flooring-boards,
joists and other house carpentry. It is like Stringy-
bark. 150 to 200 feet. Cz., $1.00.

K. bicolor (Black-box). A highly-valued timber
tree; it is equal to the best Ironbark for all the purposes
for which that wood is used, and is more easily wrought.
It is sometimes called "Ironbark." 100 to 150 feet.
Oz., $1.00.

E. citriodora (Lemon-scented Gum). A useful
timber. The strong lemon scent which is omitted when
the leaves' are gently rubbed is equally powerful and
agreeable with that of the lemon-scented Verbena. Oz.,
$2.50.

E. coryrabosa (Bloodwood). A very large tree;
timber first-class for posts, piles and such like. It is
extremely durable in the ground; it is not a favorite tim-
ben on account of its many gum-veins; not a good fuel.
150 to 200 feet. Oz., $1.00.

E. liaemostoina ( White Gum). Yields gum resin
largely; it is not remarkable for its timber, but is a good
domestic fuel. Height 50 to 100 feet. Oz., $1.00.

E. Iiemipholia (Common Box). A hard but use-
ful timber; strong, tough and durable, but will not last
as posts or piles sunk in the ground. It is also a first-
class fuel, both for domestic use and for steam or other
inustriai purposes. 100 to 150 feet. Oz., $1.00.

E. longifolia (Wollybut). An average-sfzed tree.
Fair timber for fencing and building purposes; it is a
good fuel for domestic use; very durable; 100 to 120 feet.
Oz., $1.00.

E. leucoxylon (Crimson-flowered Eucalyptus).
This is a very ornamental species of Eucalyptus, having
large and very beautiful flowers, and as the tree flowers
when quite young, it is very desirable as an addition to
the shrubbery or flower border. Oz., $1.00.

E. uiarginata (Jarrah of Western Australia). A
very excellent timber; resists toredo. Oz., $1.00.

E. Obliqua (Stringybark). The best wood forfloor-
ing-board and rafters. It is of very quick growth; infe-
rior fuel, but produces the best charcoal; 120 ft. Oz., $1.

E. obtusi folia (Yellow Blackbutt). Timber like
the preceding, but softer and more easily worked, and of
a yellow tint. It is a remarkably quick grower. 150 feet.
Oz., $1.00.

E. paniculata (Common Ironbark). For most
purposes it is equal to the last species; is less interlocked
and is more easily split into shingles or palings; it is as
lasting and as good fuel as other Ironbarks; the wood is
not so dark in color. 150 feet. Oz., 75c

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E.sideropholia (Dark or Broad-leaved Ironbark). i
The most valuable wood for piles, girders, railway sleep- j
ers, aud for every purpose in which strength and dura-
bility are required. 150 feet. Oz,$1.00.

E. paniculata var., mycrophylla (Small-
leaved Ironbark). The wood of this species is used for
fencing and many purposes, the same as the other Iron-
barks; but the wood being of a nature much more easy
to work, to which the hardness of other sorts offers an
obstacle; first-class fuel. 120 feet. Oz., $1.00.

E. pilularis. The Blackbutt Tree of South
Queensland. Of rapid growth, and timber of much value
for railway sleepers, telegraph poles, etc. A tree of this
species has been measured, with a girth of 45 feet and a
height of 300 feet. Oz., $1.00.

E. robusta (Swamp Mahogany). A good lasting
timber for house carpentry and many kinds of tannery.
It is not durable in the ground; it is not remarkable as
a burning-wood. Its specific gravity is great. 150 feet.
Oz., $1.00.

E. Corynocalyx (Sugar Gum). Considerable
attention has been called to this variety by the California
State Board of Forestry as being well suited for planting
along the coast and dry regions; the sweet foliage attract-
ing cattle and sheep, which browse on the lower branches.
Oz., $2.00.

E. Vimiualis. Kecommended as hardy and suit-
able for exposed situations in Southern California. In
poor soil it grows to a moderate height, about lift}' feet;
in rich soil it attains gigantic dimensions. The wood is
desirable for ordinary building purposes. Per oz., 75c.

E. reainifera. The Red Mahogony Eucalyptus of
South Queensland and New South Wales. A superior
timber tree of large size, according to Rev. Dr. Woolls;
the wood being much prized for its strength and dura-
bility. It has proved one of the best adapted for a trop-
ical clime, although not so rapid of growth as some other
species. Oz., $1.00.

E. tereticornis (Gray Gum or Red Gum). A very
strong, durable hardwood, almost equal to Ironbark for
some purposes; lasts in the ground; inferior fuel. 150
feet. Oz., 75c.

E. ficifolia. A beautiful variety of the Eucalyptus,
very ornamental for lawn or avenue planting. Has
beautiful crimson flowers. Sold in packets only, at 50
cents per packet of 25 seeds.

E. Giiuni (Swamp Qurn). Known also in Tasmania
as the Cider Tree; this variety grows to a good size, and
in one of the hardiest; it is the species which survived
severe frosts at Kew Botanical Gardens, London, Eng-
land, and is well adapted for growing in districts in
California where frost is apt to strike; grows well on
elevated situation. Oz., $1.50.

Acacia decurrens (The Black Wattle). Austra-
lia. "In California Acacia decurrens has grown over
fifty feet in eight years, and is useful as a wind-break,
besides being very rich in tannin, and furnishing a gum, \
which exudes copiously wherever a branch is cut, equal :
to gum arabic." Wood also valuable for fuel and for
coopers' and turners' work. Oz., 50c; lb., $4.00.

Acacia flora lunula. Ornamental variety, suit-
able for lawns or parks, having an abundance of flowers.
Oz., 50c; lb., $4.00.

Acacia melanoxyloit. South-eastern Australia.
Generally known as Black-Wood Tree. In irrigated
glens of deep soil the tree will attain a height of eighty
feet, with the stem several feet in diameter. The wood
is most valuable for furniture, railroad cars and carri-
ages, boat building (stem and stern posts, ribs, rudders),
for tool bandies, crutches, some portions of the work of
organ builders, casks, billiard tables, pianofortes (for
sound-boards and actions), and numerous other pur-
poses. The fine-grained wood is cut in veneers; it takes
a fine polish, and is considered almost equal to walnut.
Oz., 50c. ; lb., §4.00.

Acacia (Molissima Florabunda). The finest of all
the Acacia family; no tree is existence is more charming
than this new Acacia with its graceful branches, droop-
ing with thousands of great panicles of fragrant golden
flowers, so thickly massed that the feathery leaves can
hardly be seen. This variety blooms abundantly the
third season from seed, and will endure about ten de-
grees more freezing than the common Acacia molissima.
Pacdets of 50 seeds, 50c; per oz., $0.00.

Acacia lopliantlia (Albizzia lophantha). South-
west Australia. "One of the most rapidly growing
plants for copses and first temporary shelter in exposed
localities. For the most desolate places, especially in
desert tracts, it is of great importance, quickly affording
shade, shelter and a copious vegetation. Cattle browse
on the leaves." Oz., 30c; lb., $2.50.

Acacia mollissiiia. Oz., 50c; lb., $4.00.

Acacia pyeiiantha. Of rapid growth, attaining
a height of 40 feet, and growing in almost any soil; also
does well along the sea coast. The bark is used for tan-
ning. Oz., 50c; lb., $4.00.

liraceiia Australia (Broad-leaf). An exceeding-
ly handsome and ornamental tree, with fine, broad foliage.
Oz., |1.00; lb., $10.00.

Grevillea robusta (Silk Oak of East Australia).
Beautiful fern-like foliage; attains a height of 100 feet;
withstands drouth; of rapid growth, and flowers when
about twenty feet in height, then it is a sight worth see-
ing, covered from top to bottom with blight orange
scarlet flowers. Pkt., 25c; oz., 50c.

Pittosporum Eugenoides. A valuable ever-
green for lawns, parks or cemeteries; of graceful form
and bright light green foliage, which, in contrast with
the dark colored branches, makes a fine effect. It is
suitable for tall garden hedges. From Southern Austra-
lia. Oz., 50c.

Pittosporum Tobira. A handsome evergreen
shrub with shining dark green oblong leaves, borne in
whorls. The bush is of a uniform globular shape, and
almost completely covered in Summer with charming
white flowers resembling orange blossoms, and fully
equal in fragrance. 100 seeds, $1.00.

Pittosporum Uiidiilatiim. A native of South-
eastern Australia. Handsome evergreen, with highly
fragrant flowers. Produces a wood well adapted to
turners' purposes, and also as a substitute for boxwood.
Oz., 50c.

Pittosporum Crasssfolia. A noble shrub of
upright aud rapid growth; with grayish-green heavy
foliage and dark brown, nearly black, sweet-scented blos-
soms.

Miscellaneous Tree Seeds.

Abies Canadensis (Hemlock Spruce). A well-
known Evergreen Tree of high northern latitudes. It is
one of the most graceful of spruces, with a light and
spreading spray, frequently branching almost to the
ground. The wood is cross-grained, but is used in great
quantities for rough work. The bark is very extensively
employed in tanning. It is a beautiful tree for the lawn,
aud makes a highly ornamental hedge. Oz., 35c; % lb.,
$1.25; lb., $4.00.

Abies pectinata (European Silver Fir). A noble
tree with spreading, horizontal branches and broad sil-
very foliage; somewhat tender. Oz., 20c; lb., $1.50.

Abies excelsa (Norway Spruce). Avery popular
variety from Europe. It has been very extensively plant-
ed in this country for ornamental purposes, and also for
timber and wind breaks. It is easily transplanted or
grown from seed, aud succeeds in a great variety of soils
and climate. Oz., 15c; % lb., 40c; lb., $1.50.

Abies Balsamea (Balsam Fir). A small evergreen
tree of regular, symmetrical growth, assuming a conical
form when very young. Of rapid growth, with rich green
foliage which retains its color during the severest winters.
Oz., 25c; )i lb., 75c; lb., $2.50.

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Acer dasycarpum (Maple, soft, or silver-leaved).
One of the most beautiful of Maples. It is being exten-
sively planted in forests on account of its extremely
rapid growth. Its wood is quite soft and light. Oz.,
20c; % lb., 50c; lb;, $ 1.50.

Acer neguiulo (Box Elder). Middle and South.
Thrives on the Western plains; grows rapidly, attaining
70 feet in height; excellent for planting along highways;
endures drouth. Its sap yields sugar. Oz., 10c; % lb.,
25c; lb., 90c

Acer platanoides (Norway Maple). A well-
known ornamental tree. Native of Europe. A large,
handsome tree, with broad, deep green, shining foliage.
Its compact habit, stout, vigorous growth, render it one
of the most desirable species of the street, park or garden.
Oz., 25c; lb.. §1.50.

Acer saccliarimim (Hard or Sugar Maple). The
great sugar tree of America, and its yearly product of
sugar and syrup amounts to over ten million of dollars
in value. It succeeds well in all soils and locations,
making a stout, vigorous, rapid growth of hard wood,
most valuable for fuel aud highly prized for manufactur-
ing purposes. Oz., 10c; % lb., 30c; lb., $1.00.

Vila n thus glaudiilosus (Tree of Heaven").
Valuable for reclaiming coast lands. Wood extremely
durable. It has been quite extensively planted in some
of the Western States, and is noted for its extremely
rapid growth. It grows to a large size, and the foliage
has a rich tropical appearance. Oz., 25c; lb., $1.25.

Arbutus u ii ido (Strawberry Bush). A hardy and
elegant looking evergreen. The leaves oblong lanceo-
late, and serrated at the edges, the bell-shaped flowers
forming a depending panicle, and the ripe berries, both
of which are in profusion together in the end of Autumn,
render this shrub very oruamental at that season. It is
a native of the South of Europe, aud is also found in a
wild state near Killarney, in Ireland, where it probably
has been brought originally from Spain or Italy. It,
however, flourishes there in a calcareous soil, in greater
luxuriance than is often to be met with in the woods of
Italy. In both countries the fruit is eaten, and in Spain
both a sugar and a syrupare extracted from it. Oz., 25c;
lb., $2.50.

Ampelopsis qtiinqtiefloria (Virginia Creeper,
American Ivy). The native vine is one of the rnost orna-
mental of the climbers, and is much cultivated for cover-
ing walls and buildings. It is perfectly hardy, and gives
a dense mass of brilliant green throughout the Summer,
which in the Autumn changes to the richest shades of
crimson and purple. Oz., 22c; lb.. $1.75.

Berberis aquifolium ( Mahonia— Ash Berry).
A shrub of medium size, with handsome deep green
glossy foliage, bright yellow flowers and blue berries.
Oz., §1.00; lb., $9.00.

Riixu* aeinpervirens (Evergreen box). A small
evergreen shrub, desirable for edgings to borders, used
in ornamental gardening. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Betilla peiidula (Weeping Birch). Beyond ques-
tion one of the most popular of all weeping or pendulous
trees. Its tall, slender, yet vigorous growth, graceful
drooping branches, silvery white bark, presents a combi-
nation of attractive characteristics rarely met with in a
single tree. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

Bel ilia alba (White Birch). A graceful tree of
moderate size, with silvery bark and slender branches.
Quite erect when ,voung, but after four or five years,
growth assumes an elegant drooping habit, rendering the
tree very effective in landscape. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Catalpa Kaeiupferi (Japan Catalpa). Intro-
duced from Japan by Siebold. A species with deep-green
glossy foliage. Flowers resemble those of the common,
but cluster more dense. Oz., 50c; lb., §6.00.

Catalpa speciosa. A variety which is said to
have originated at the west. It is represented to be finer
and hardier than the common, hence better adapted to
forest and ornamental planting. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00,

Cedrus deodora. A native of the Himalayas.
One of the most elegant of all evergreen trees, of rapid
growth; branches drooping, foliage light-bluish or glau-
cous green. Oz., 60c; lb., $6.00.

Cimiiiueliaiiiia ciueusis. A pleasing ever-
green from China; thirty to forty feet in height, with
long, bright, glossy, green foliage, and of regular out-
line. Oz., $1 50; lb., $12.00.

('a I yea ii til us florid us (Carolina Allspice). A
native deciduous shrub remarkable for the scent of its
flowers (which is commonly thought to resemble that of
ripe fruit), as well as for their peculiar color; the bark
is sometimes used in the adulteration of cinnamon; is
perfectly hardy and will grow in almost any soil or situ-
ation. Oz., 20c; lb., ?2.00.

Fraxiiius excelsior (European Ash). A lofty
tree of rapid growth, with spreading head and gray bark,
pinnate leaves and black bud. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Fraxiiius Americana (American Ash) A fine
tree, of medium height, with broad, round head and soft,
mellow, green foliage. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Fraxiiius excelsior peiidula (Weeping Ash).
The common, well-known sort; one of the finest lawn
and arbor trees; covers a great space and grows rapidly.
Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Ilex opaca (American Holly). A symmetrical tree,
thirty to forty feet high, prickly-margined leaves, smooth,
light-red berries; wood hard and white, take a fine pol-
ish; used for inlaid cabinetwork. Oz., 25c; lb., $1.50.

Ilex aquifolium (European Holly). A beautiful
small tree, with prickly, dark-green foliage; grows mod-
erately fast, and is covered during the winter months
with bright-red berries. Oz., 25c; lb.. $1.50.

Juuiperus Virginiana (Bed Cedar). A well-
known American tree; varies much in habit and color of
foliage, some being quite stiff, regular and conical, and
others loose and irregular. It makes a fine ornamental
hedge plant. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Liriodeudrou tulipifera(Tulip Tree orWhite-
wood). A magnificent native tree, with broad, glossy,
fiddle-shaped leaves, and beautiful tulip-like flowers;
allied to the Magnolias, and, like them, difficult to trans-
plant, unless of small size. Oz., 20c; lb., $1.00.

Larix Furopaea (European Larch). A native of
the Alps of the south of Europe. An elegant, rapid-grow-
ing, pyramidal tree; valuable for timber; small branches
drooping. Oz., 20c; lb., $1.00.

Lam est i mis. An evergreen shrub with bunches
of white flowers; makes fine hedges. Oz., 20c; lb.; $1.50.

Morns alba (White Mulberry. A native of China,
principally cultivated for food for the silkworm. Oz..
25c; lb., $2.50.

Mortis nigra (Black Mulberry). Cultivated for
ornament and shade, also valuable for its fruit. Hardy;
thrives well on this coast. Leaves used as food for silk-
worms. Oz., 35c. ; lb., $3.50.

Morii9 Tartarica (Russian Mulberry). In Europe
this is valued for its fruit and timber; also used for hedges
and the leaves for food for silkworms. Oz., 60c; lb., $6.

Magnolia grand i flora. A magnificent evergreen
with exquisitely fragrant flowers; thrives best in rich,
light soil. The superior stateliness of form and splendor
of growth, the size and richness of their foliage, and
lavish yield of fragrant flowers, all tend to place it in
the foremost rank among hardy ornamental trees and
shrubs. Oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

Melia Azedaracli (Chinese Umbrella Tree). A
more shapely form of the old Indian species. One of
our very best hardy deciduous shade trees; leaves very
rich green, and hanging on later than the old China tree.
Shade, dense; form of tree, an almost perfect umbrella.
Oz., 25c; lb., $1.00.

Myrtus Communis (Myrtle). Small shrubs with
dark-green, fragrant leaves and white blossoms. Oz.,
30c; lb., $2.50.

Pinus strobns (White or Weymouth Pine). The
most ornamental of all our native pines; foliage, light,
delicate or silvery-green. Flourishes in the poorest soils.
Oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

Pinus Austriaca (Austrian or Black Pine). A
native of the mountains of Styria. Tree remarkably
robust, hardy and spreading; leaves loug, stiff and dark-
green; growth rapid. Valuable for this country. Oz.,
10c; lb., $1.00.

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Pinus maritinia (Seaside Pine). A variety from
Southern Europe, of extremely rapid growth, and -well
suited to light soils in a southern climate, but not quite
hardy enough for successful cultivation in the Northern
States. Oz., 10c; lb., $1.00.

Pinus sylvestris (Scotch Pine or Fir.) A native
of the British islands. A fine, robust, rapid-growing
tree, with stout, erect shoots and silvery-green foliage.
Oz., 15c; lb., $1.00.

Pan low nia imperialis. A magnificent, trop-
cal-looking tree from Japan, of extremely rapid growth,
and surpassing all others in the size of its leaves; large
upright panicles of purple flowers in spring. Oz., 25c;
lb., $2.50.

Populus alba (White Poplar). A tree of wonder-
fully rapid growth, and wide-spreading habit. Leaves
large, lobed, glossy- green above, and white as snow
beneath. Prefers n moist soil, but flourishes anywhere.
Oz., 25c; lb., $3.00.

J»alix alba (White Willow). Lofty trees with hand-
some light-green foliage. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.50.

Sali»buria atfianiifolia (Maiden Hair Tree).
A remarkable tree from Japan, combining in its foliage
characteristics of the conifer and deciduous tree. The
tree is of medium size, rapid growth, with beautiful fern-
like foliage. Pare and elegant. Oz., 25c; lb., $1.50.

Sciiimis Molle (Pepper Tree). A well-known tree
with handsome, fern-like, drooping foliage. Oz., 20c;
lb., $1.00.

Sophora Jap»nica. A very ornamental tree from
Japan, with delicate, fern-like foliage. Handsome, and
of a rapid growth; Oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Sophora Japonica pendula (Japan Weeping
Sophora). One of the most beautiful weeping trees; very
regular and graceful weeping habit, made up of pictur-
esque short curves and small foliage banging in beautiful
tresses. Rare and choice. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Scerculia Plantauifulia. A new tree from
China, with tine, large foliage. Oz., 25c; lb., $2.00.

Taxodium iti-iielnisn Southern Swamp or
Bald Cypress {Simuner-green) . A grand, massave, col-
umnar tree of great value, one hundred to three hundred
feet high, ten to fifteen feet in diameter; wood, fine, com-
pact texture, durable; yields essential oil and superior
turpentine; like larch and giuko, the leaves fall off in
autumn; superior for swampy lands, avenues, or lakes
and river margins; of superior growth and very great
age. Oz., 20c; lb., $1.50.

Tiiia argfiitea (Silver Linden). A native of Hun-
gary; a vigorous-growing tree; handsome shape; foliage
smooth above and downy beneath, giving it a white ap-
pearance. Very ornamental. Oz., 25c; lb., $1.50.

J ilia Europaea (European Linden). A very fine
pyramidal tree, of large size, with large leaves and fra-
grant flowers. Ox., 25c; lb., $1.50.

Thuja Occiilenralis (American Arbor Vita). A
beautiful native tree, commonly known as White Cedar;

especially valuable for screens and hedges. Oz., 25c.
lb., $2.50.

Thuja Orientalis (Chinese Arbor Vitas). From
China and Japan. A small, elegant tree with erect
branches, and dense, flat, light-green foliage; becomes
brown in winter. Oz., 25c; % lb., 75c: lb.. $2.50.

Thuja aurea (Golden Arbor Vita?). A variety of
the Chinese; nearly spherical in outline, with bright-yel-
low-tinged foliage. Beautiful. Oz., 50c; % lb.. $1*25;
lb., $4.00.

Thuja aurea seiuperaurea. A new variety of
the Golden Arbor Vitas, of dwarf habit, but of a free
growth. It retains its golden tint the year round. One
of the best golden varieties. Oz., $1.25.

Thuja coiupacta. An Arbor Vibe of dwarf com-
pact habit and deep green foliage. Oz., 30c; lb., $3.00.

Thuja Orieuta lis aurea variegata [elegantis-
sima). Variegated Arbor Vita?. A beautiful tree of pyra-
midal form, with foliage prettily tipped with deep yellow,
which it retains throughout the year. Oz., $1.25.

Taxus Hiberuica (Irish Yew). Peculiarly up-
right in growth, like a bundle of closely packed branches;
deep blackish green foliage; very beautiful and valuable.
Oz., 30c; lb., $3.50.

Ulinus Americana (American White Elm). A
majestic tree from 75 to 100 feet higb, of strong and rapid
growth, a desirable shade and ornamental tree. Oz., 30c;
lb., $3.00.

Virgilia lurea [Cladiastvs tinctoria—YeNow Wood).
A fine tree, with compact, broadly rounded head; leaves
like the Locust, of a ligbt pleasing green color, changing
in Autumn to a warm yellow; flowers like pea blossoms,
white and fragrant, covering the tree about the middle
of Juna with long pendulous racemesof great beauty and
grace. Its trunk is polished and elegant. Oz., §1.00.

ITInius ('anipesriis (English Elm). An erect,
lofty tree, of rapid, compact growth, with smaller and
more regularly cut leaves than those of the American,
and darker colored bark. The branches project from
the trunk at right angles, giving the tree a noble appear-
ance. Oz., 15c; lb., $1.25.

Italian Cypress. A tall, tapering, conical tree,
with straight branches lying close to the stem, much
esteemed for single specimen and arches. Oz., 25c; lb.,
$2.00.

0?age Orange. A native tree of medium size and
spreading habit. Leaves bright, shining green; broad
and sharp pointed; fruit resembles an orange. Valuable
and very extensively used for farm and garden hedges.
Lb., 50c.

Klack f^ocust. A native tree, of large size, rapid
growth, ornamental, also valuable for timber. Has long
bunches of yellow, fragrant flowers in June. Oz., 10c;
lb., 50c

Money I^ocust. A rapid growing, native tree with
delicate foliage. Used for hedges. Oz., 10c; lb., 50c.

FRUIT TREE SEEDS.

Apple (Pyrus Mains). Apple, seeds do not produce the same
varieties, but an inferior, though hardy stock. Upon the stock
thus raised from seed, are grafted or budded the cuttings of such
vurietics as are desired. The seed can be planted in good soil,
any time during the winter in the South, or early in the spring
in the North, m rows eighteen inches apart. During their growth
they should be well cultivated and kept free (rom weeds. When
one year's growth has beeu made, they can be taken up and re-
set one foot apart in the rows and the rows three feet apart.
Two year's growth is usually sufficient to make them large
enough to graft, and remove to permanent place in the orchard.
\4 lb., '20c; lb., 50e.

Cn«"pry Mahaleb (Cerasus Mahalcb). Theremarks regard-
ing apple seeds are applicable to cherries. This variety is con-
sidered the best stock upon which to graft the choicer sorts.
y % lb., 20c; lb.. (SOc.

Chen y .UasBzurrt (Census Communis). The common or
ordinary variety of cherry is useful alone for grafting purposes.
The stock is hardy, and if properly grafted fine fruit can be re-
lied on. The seed should be planted in rows of eighteen inches
apart, and the alter culture should be the same as for apples.
]4 lb., 20e.; lb., f.Oc.

IVar (Pyrus Communis). Sow the seed thickly in drills IS
inches apart. The soil should be rich— a deep moist loam is

most suitable. The value of the stock depends largely on a rapid
and vigorous growth, the first season. After making one year's
growth, take them up in the autumn, sin Hen the tap root and
reset Ihem in rows four feet apart iu the row. The next season
they will be tit to bud or graft, provided thev have been well
grown. Oz., 15c; H lb., 50c; lb., $1.50.

Plum Slyranolan (Prunus Commwnis) The directions
given for planting apples will also apply to plums, except the
pits should be planted farther apart in the row. The varieties
raised from seed will be inferior but hardy; vigorous stocks aro
thus afforded upon which to graft the choicer sort*, lb., 50c

Weeill ins Peach (Amygdalis Prrsicti). Peach stocks are
raised by planting the stones two or three inches deep. If the
stones are cracked they are more sure to grow. The after treat-
ment is about the same as for apples, though budding can be
commenced sooner than grafting in Apple stocks, i.b., 10c;
100 lbs., $5.00.

Apricot Pits (Armenia Vulgaris). Planted and cultivated
same as Peach Pits. Lb., 10c; 100 lbs. , $5.00.

Quiiirr (Cydonia Oommunis). Quinces generally produce
the same variety from seed, but occasionally vary. The stock is
much used for budding ami grafting the pear. The culture from
seed is the same as for apples. Oz., 20c. ; 1 ., lb, 60c; lb., $2.00.

FLOWER SEED DEPARTMENT.

It K HARKS OV TIIK CILTI VATIOX OF FLOWERS. The soil best adapted to most flowers is light, rich loam,
containing euouali sand to make it porous. If there is some clay with it the colors will be brighter. Make the surface as smooth
and flue as possible, sow seed in rows, covering each sort of seed in proportion to its size (a good general rule being to cover twice
the diameter of the seed;, and press the soil firmly down over it. Do not plant any seeds when the qround is wet. Many varieties
should be sown early in shallow boxes in the house, in soil consisting of equal parts of fine sand and rich mellow loam, well mixed
together and sifted, to remove all gravel and lumps. Sow as before directed. Covering the box with glass helps to retain the mois-
ture and keeps the temperature even. Be careful not to keep them too wet, and as soon as they are large enough to handle, trans-
plant into boxes, from one to two inches apart, where they are to remain until time to transplant to permanent beds.

ADONIS.

A plant with very pretty foliage aud brilliant flowers.
Adonis aestivalis. Scarlet; one foot. Pkt., 5c.

AKKOXIA.

Extremely pretty creei^ing plants, for rock-work or
hanging baskets.

Rosy lilac, one foot. Pkt., Sc.

ABCTII.Otf.

(Chinese Bellflower. Flowering Maple.)
A beautiful shrub, flowers bell-shaped, and in the
varieties are to be found crimson grounds streaked with
yellow; yellow grounds, veined red; pure white and clear
yellows. Fine mixed. Pkt., 25c.

AOERATUJI.

Splpndid plants for large clumps or masses. Flowers
are tine for bouquets. Hardy annual.

Ageratum IVIexicaiitim. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Ageratum, Imperial Dwarf. Blue. Pkt., 10c.

AgeratlllU Imperial. Dwarf white; large heads
of white flowers. Pkt., 5c.

AOROSTEMJIA.

(Crown of the Field.)
Hardy, herbaceous plants; free-flowering and attract-
ive. Flowers white and rose. Fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.

ALOXSOA (Mask Flower).

Flowering all Summer; makes one of the most desirable
bedding plants that can be grown. Large flowered.
Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

AL1SSII3I.

A. very pretty little plant for edging or roek-work;
flowers are very tine for bouquets. Hardy annual.

Alyssum, sweet. WhUe, fragrant. Pkt., 5c.

Alyssum Saxatile (Gold Dust). Golden yellow
blossoms. Ten inches high. Pkt., 10c.
3

Adonis Verualis.

Adonis Verualis. A beautiful yellow-flowered
variety. Pkt., 10c.

ACROCLL\IlJM.

One of the best of the everlasting flowers for Winter
bouquets. Annual.

Aerocliuiiim, mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Aci oclininm Alba. Pure white. Pkt., 5c.

AREUJIIA.

(Mountain Fringe, Alleghany Vine.)
Climbing plant of graceful habit; pink flowers.
Adluiuia cirrnosa. Fifteen feet. Pkt., 10c.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

AJIAKAITHII8.

Amarauthus .

Ornamental foliage plants, of
an extremely graceful charac-
ter, always producing a fine
effect. Annual, red flowers.

Amaranthiis caiida-

tus (Love Lies Bleeding).
Pkt., 5c.

A ma ran tli us cruan-

tus (Prince's Feather). Pkt.
5c.

Amaranthustri-color

(Joseph's Coat). Very fine.
10c.

Aiuaraiitliiis salicifo-
lills ( Fountain Plant). One
of the finest sorts. Pkt., 10.

AMPELOPSIS VE1TCHII.

("Japanese Ivy" or "Boston Ivy.")

The young growth during summer is a dark purplish
green, changing in fall to the brightest tints of scarlet,
crimson and orange; it is our finest hardy climber for
permanently covering stone and brick buildings, old
trees, etc. It clings by rootlets thrown out along the
stem and consequently needs no support. Pkt., 10c.

IR^EJIOXE ( Prickly Poppy).

Very showy plants, with large, poppy-like flowers.
Hardy annuals. Two feet.

Argemoue Grandiflora. White. Pkt., 5c.

Ar^eiuoiie JVIexicana. ("Infernal, or Devil's
Fig" of the Spaniard). Yellow. Pkt., 5c.

ARISTO LOCHIA

( Dutchman's Pipe).

A quick-growing climber, attaining a height of thirty
feet, with large heart-shaped foliage, and whose specific
name Sipho, was given on account of the singular forma-
tion of its flowers, which are curved like a siphon; flow-
ers are brownish yellow. Hardy perennial.

Aristolocliia sipho. Pkt., 10c.

ARNiiKIA (Thrift, Sea Pink).

A very hardy plant; very largely used for edging; plant
compact and beautiful. Hardy perennial. Grows six
inches high.

Armeria maritima. Rosy pink. Pkt. 10c.

ASTER.

This splendid class of plants is one of the most popular
and finest of our garden favorites; combines richness and
variety of color, and beauty of fcrin. Indispensable in
every garden.

Aster, Iteid's German Quilled. Flowers
double; the petals have the appearance of quills or tubes;
height from iy s to 2 feet; finest mixed colors. Pkt., 10c.

Aster, Cocardeau, or Crown. Avery hand-
some variety, producing large flowers, the centers being
pure white, edged with many bright colors. About two
feet high. Mixed colors. Pkt., 10c.

Aster. Kose-Flowered. The flowers are large
and double, the outer petals finely recurved and i he
inner ones incurved like a rose. 2% feet in height; choice
mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Aster, TrnflTant's Paeony-Flowered Per-
fection. Large, fine flowers, with long beautifully
incurved petals, resembling those of the paeony. One
of the finest asters cultivated; mixed colors. Pkt. 10c.

Aster, Dwarf Pyramidal Bouquet. So
profuse in bloom that the foliage is completely hidden
with flowers; mixed colors. Pkt., 10c.

Aster, tall ( In ysanthemiim-flowen d. A
splendid variety; flowers very large, and produced when
other varieties are out of bloom; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Aster, Victoria. Very large, of perfectly double
form, imbricated and globular, of pyramidal habit, vari-
ous colored flowers: twenty inches; mixed. Pkt., 15.

Aster, V* asliington. Splendid, extra large flow-
ering, and very double; two feet; mixed. Pkt. 15c.

ASPERULA (Wood Hull .

A profuse blooming hardy plant; fine for bouquets.
Growing less than afoot in height; flowers are light blue
or lavender, and sweet scented.

Asperula aznrea setosa. Pkt., 5c.

ANTIRRHINUM (Snapdragon.)

A favorite plant of easy culture, unsurpassed for sum-
mer and fall flowering. Seeds saved from the finest
mottled varieties. Red and white flowers. Perennials.

Antirrhinum. Tall; mixed. Pkt. 5c.

" Dwarf; mixed. Pkt. 5c.

" Pictliratllin. A new and

distinct variety, striped and blotched; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

AQUILEGIA (Columbine.)

A class of very ornamental plants; flowers are curious
in form, with beautiful and varied colors.

Aquilesia Chrysantha. Beautiful yellow flow-
ers. Pkt., 10c.

Aquilesia. Fine mixed. Pkt., 10c.

AURICULA.

A dwarf growing plant, bearing umbels of fragrant
flowers of many rich and beautiful colors. A great
favorite in England, where flower shows are held of this
plant alone.

Kxrra Choice Mixed. From a prize collection.
Pkt., 25c.

RALLOON VINE (Love-in-a-Puff.)

A rapid growing, handsome climber, suitable for in-
side or outside decoration. Annual. Pkt., 5c.

BALSAM (Lady's Slipper.)

One of the most beautiful and popular of our annuals;
fine conservatory and garden plant; needs rich soil and
good cultivation to produce large and brilliant flawers,
Finest; double; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

BARTON I A.

A showy annual. Sow where it is to bloom, as it will
not bear transplanting. Height, one foot.

Bartonia Anrea. Bright yellow. Pkt., 5c.

BACHELOR'S BUTTON.

(Corn Flower.)

One of the finest annuals grown for cut flowers; blopzfl§
all summer; flowers dark blue, light blue, white and ro.se
color.

Bachelor's Button. Mixed. Pkt,. 5o.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

BEGONIA.

The Tuberous- Rooted Begonias are among the hand-
somest of our Summer-flowering bulbs. They are not
grown to the extent they should be, as they require no
more care than Geraniums, have as tine a range of color,
and will bloom continuously throughout the Summer,
even when Geraniums droop through lack of moisture
and fail to uphold their flowers. Planted either in the
rockery or flower harder, they rival the Geraniums with
their rich and varied colors, ranging from the most deli-
cate shade of yellow and salmon, to the most striking
crimson and scarlet. If sown early they will bloom the
first season.

Begonia. Tuberous-rooted, single; mixed; individ-
ual florets often measure 4 to 6 inches across, arid range
in color through white, yellow, pink and all the reds;
mixed. Pkt., 25c.

Begonia, DouDle.

Begonia. Tuberous-rooted, double, mixed. Very
showy and double; very brilliant colors; mixed. Pkt., 50c.

Begonia Rex. These are the ornamental leaved
varieties so popular as pot plants for all kinds of decora-
tion. The foliage is particularly striking and handsome.
The seed offered is saved from an extensive famous Ger-
man collection. Pkt., 50c.

BIGKONIA (Trumpet Tine).

Magnificent hardy deciduous climber, with brilliant
flowers; deserving first place as the most ornamental and
effective covering for walls, houses, etc. Hardy peren-
nial. Scarlet, 30 feet. Pkt., 15c.

BEAKS.

Very rapid climbers; flowering profusely and admir-
ably adapted for covering screens, etc.

Scarlet Runner. Fiery scarlet. [ Pkt., 5c. ; lb.,
by mail, 35c.

BROWALLIA,

Now considered indispensable in all massing and rib-
bon-like gardening. It is easily reproduced from seed,
and requires no special cultivation. Hardy annual.
Flowers are blue and white. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

BRYONOPSIS.

A beautiful Summer climber, bearing green fruits,
which change to bright scarlet, striped with white.
Pkt., 10c.

BEET, OMAMEKTAL.

A most effective foliage plant, its leaves producing a
wealth of tropical beauty not attained in any other
plant, surpassing the Coleus in its infinite and impressive
coloring, excelling the Canna and Caladium in its massive
grandeur. Its metallic, lustrous and glistening leaves
equal any of the most expensive exotics and conservatory \
plants. Brazilian and Chilian varieties; mixed. Pkt.,
10c; oz., 25c; V. lb., 50c.

BRA€H¥CO!IE.

(Swan River Daisy.)

A beautiful free flowering dwarf-growing plant; cover-
ed during Summer with a profusion of Cineraria-like
blossoms. Blue and white flowers. Pkt., 10c.

CALA9IPELI§ (Eecromocarpns).

A quick growing climber, attaining a height of ten
feet in a season, and bearing profusely clusters of orange-
colored tube-like flowers. Pkt., 10c.

CALAJfDRIJTIA.

Very beautiful free-flowering plant; valuable for rock-
work and sunny situations. Flowers are brilliant rose
and purple. Hardy annual.

Calenclrinia speciosa. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
CALEUfDULA (« ape Marigold).

Hardy annual, free blooming and attractive, and grow-
ing well in almost all situations. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Calendula 4, lVleteor." Large yellow. Pkt., 5c.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

CACALI1 (Tassel Flower).

r A beautiful and profuse flowering plant with tassel-
shaped orange and scarlet flowers; fine for mixed borders.
Hardy annual. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

CALCEOLARIA.

I Gorgeous plants for green-honse and window decora-
tions; the large pocket-shaped flowers are borne in the
greatest profusion through Spring and Summer; colors,
yellow, maroon, crimson, etc.; spotted and blotched in
the most unique and beautiful fashion.

Calceolaria grandiflora. Self's, Tigers. Mixed.
Saved from a nrize German collection; a splendid strain.
Pkt., 25c.

* Calceolaria. New, striped. Flowers striped like
a bizarre Carnation. Pkt., 50c.

» Calceolaria. Kugosa. Mixed {Shrubby). Small-
flowering varieties for bedding; of the finest colors; two
feet. Mixed. Pkt., 50c.

CAN-NA.

(Croz.v'.s New Varieties.)
Judging by the numerous splendid varieties obtained
by Monsieur Crozy, he may be considered the most suc-

cessful raiser and improver of this magnificent genus.
They are distinguished by the luxuriance and diversity
of color of their foliage, but above all by the size and
brilliancy of hue of their flowers. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

COREOPSIS (Calliopsis).

Colors are bright and striking; flowers are red, yellow
and brown; beautiful and fine for bouquets. Hardy
annual. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

CANARY RIRO FLOWER.

Exceedingly beautiful climbing plant; flowers bright
yellow and fringed; foliage very ornamental. Pkt., 10c.

CANDYTUFT (Iberia).

One of the most useful annuals; very effective in beds,
groups, ribbons, etc.; also for conservatory decorations;
indispensable for bouquets. One foot. Hardy annual.

Candytuft'. Fragrant; white. Pkt., 5c.

Candytuft. Carmine. Pkt., 5c.

Candytuft. Purple. Pkt., 5c.

Candytuft "Empress, or Snow Queen."

A complete mass of pure white flowers, borne on a can-
delabra-shaped plant. Pkt., 10c.

Candytuft. Rocket; pure white. Pkt., 5c.

Candytuft (Seiupervirens). A piofuse white
blooming hardy perennial, adapted for rockeries, baskets,
etc., coming in flower early in the Spring; 1 ft. Pkt., 5c.

Candytuft. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

CANTERBURY REELS.

(Campanula.)

When well grown, Canterbury Bells are among the
most attractive of border plants; they succeed in light,
rich soil, and should be transplanted two feet apart.
Flowers are blue and white.

Canterbury Hell*. Double; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Canterbury Hells. Single; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

"Cup and Saucer" Campanula.

(C. Calyeauthema.)

A comparatively new race of "Canterbury Bells." The
flowers are large, of beautiful colors, resembling in
shape somewhat a cup and saucer.

Campanula Calycauthema. Mixed. Blue,
white lilac. Pkt., 10c.

CATCHFLY (Silene).

A showy, free-flowering plant for beds, borders or
ribbons. Succeeds in any common soil. Hardy annual.
Catchfly. Bed, white and pink. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

CARWATIOJf.

(Dinnthus Caryophyllus.)

A magnificent [class of popular favorites, most of
which are deliciously fragrant; and extremely rich and
beautiful colors. The seed we offer is from the finest
collection in Europe. Needs light, rich soil. Hardy
perennial.

Carnation. Perpetual, or tree; saved from the
choicest double flowers. Pkt., 50c.
Carnation. Fine; German. Pkt., 25c.
Carnation. Good; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

CHRYSANTHEMUM.

(Paris Daisies or Marguerites.)

Chrysanthemum ( Frutescens Grandi-

flortim.) A perennial species, extensively used in the
parks and gardens of Paris. It is literally covered all
Summer with a profusion of white star-like flowers.
Pkt., 10c.

Chrysanthemum (^egetum Grandiflo-
rum). Large blooms of a bright sulphur-yellow color.
A yellow Marguerite. Pkt., 10c.

Chrysanthemum ( Fancy, Single)- Also
called "Painted Daisies." Exceedingly showy, large
single flower of bright red, maroon and purple, with
golden border. Very fine for cut flowers. Very hardy
and free flowering. Pkt., 10c.

Chrysanthemum (Fancy, Double). Choicest
mixed, from all the best sorts of large flowering incurved
Pompons, Japanese, etc. Seed sown at any time in April
will produce fine large plants, all of which will flower
splendidly the coming Fall. Pkt., 25c.

€Ei\TRANTHDS.

The flowers are borne in large clusters; beautiful for-
borders or bouquets; no trouble to raise from seed in
open ground. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

CINERARIA.

Cineraria hybrida are very attractive green-house
plants, and may be kept in bloom the greater portion of
the year. Flowers are purples, crimsons and magentas,
both light and dark. Green house perennials.

Cineraria hybrida graudi flora. Finest;
mixed.

Cineraria lVlaritima (Dusty Miller). Fine for
bedding and ribbon beds; beautiful silvery foliage. Pkt.,
10 cents.

CEEOSIA (Coxcomb).

Annual plant of tropical origin; one of the most satis-
factory and showy plants for garden decoration; pro-

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

duces fine spikes of feathery- like bloom. Sow in light
soil.

i Celosia cristata. Crimson. Pkt., 10c.
Dwarf. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Glasgow Prize. An improved Coxcomb, produc-
ing large blooms of dark crimson. Pkt., 10c.

CENTAVRFA (Dusty Miller).

The annual varieties are very desirable for groups or
mixed borders. All, except Centurea cyanus, are the best
silver-foliaged plants in cultivation, and are very effec-
tive either in groups, borders or single specimens.

Centaiirea Caudidissiina. Silvery-Jeaved.
Pkt., 15c; per 100 seeds, 75c.

Centaiirea Clemeiitei. Silver-leaved. Pkt., 15c.

Centaiirea cyanus. (Corn Flower, or Batche-
lor's Button.) Annual; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Centaiirea gymiiocarpa. A graceful, silver-
foliaged variety. Pkt., 10c; per 100 seeds, 50c

€LIA^T1IUS.

(Australian Glory Pea.)

Oue of the most beautiful plants in cultivaiion. Flow-
ers in clusters, drooping pea-shaped, four inches in
length, of brilliant scarlet, with an intense black spot
in the center. It requires a dry, warm soil, and little
water.

Cliantlius Dampieri. Pkt., 25c.

CliAKUIA.

A ^ery pretty, hardy
annual ; grows freely,
and blooms profusely
under almost any cir-
cumstances. Large
flowers; are rose, red,
w h i t e an d p u r p le .
Hardy annuals.

Clarkia elegans.
Finest mixed. Pkt., 5c.

COBEA.

A very fine and rapid
growing climbing plant
with large, bell-shaped
purple flowers and beau-
tiful foliage; needs rich
soil. Plant the seeds
edgewise and cover
lightly.
Cobea scandens.

Clarkia. Pkt., 10c.

CLEMATIS (Virgin's Bower).

A well-known hardy climbing plant, unrivaled for
covering arbors, fences, ate.

Clematis flaminula. White, fragrant. Pkt., 10c.

COCCINEA.

A handsome climber of the gourd species, flowering
the first season if started early in heat, with beautiful
smooth, glossy, ivy-like leaves, contrasting with the fine,
snow-white, bell-shaped flowers, and brilliant carmine
fruit; perennial. Pkt., 10c.

COEL.INSIA.

Very pretty 7 free-flowering plants, blooming in whorls,
and several whorls aroiind each flower stem; mixed of all
varieties and colors. Hardy annual. 1% feet. Pkt., 5c

COMMEEINA.

A tuberous-rooted, free-blooming, very pretty plant;
succeeds in a light, rich soil. The roots can be preserved
like Dahlias; perennials, blooming the first season from
seed. 1% feet.

Commelina.

Bich sky-blue. Pkt., 5c
Pure white. Pkt., 5c.

CO LEU S.

One of the best known and most admired of ornamen-
tal foliage plants. The leaves are all shapes, colors and
shades, and are handsomely marked and variegated.

Coleus. New varieties; mixed. Pkt., 25c.

tOKVOLVULUS MAJOR.

(Morning Glory.)

A well-known beautiful
climbing annual, suitable for
covering arbors, trellises, fen-
ces, etc. In bloom from July
until Autumn.

Convolvulus major.

Mixed. Pkt., 5c

CON VOEVUEUS
MINOR (Dwarf).

Beautiful, free flowering,
and showy plants, with hand-
some, rich colo ed flowers, Convolvulus Major,
producing a rich effect in
beds and mixed borders. Hardy annual.

Convolvulus minor. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

COSMOS HYBRIDUS.

This magnificent annual is
among the most showy and
graceful of all garden flow-
ers, and nothing can give
greater satisfaction for a dis-
play. They make large plants
growing five to seven feet
high, which are beautiful
masses of the most elegant
foliage until they begin to
bloom, when each plant will
have hundreds of large showy
blossoms, resembling single
Dahlias.

Co«mos.

10 cents.
Cosmos.

10 cents.

Mixed.
White.

Pkt.,
Pkt..

Cosmos Hybridus.

COWSLIP.

An old favorite plant for borders, flowering early in
Spring; succeeds best in rich soil. Hardy perennial.
Cowslips. Fine, mixed varieties. Pkt., 10c

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CYPRESS VINE.

T A tender climbing plant, of great beauty, with feathery
foliage and elegant flowers. Put the seed in hot water
before planting, and keep the ground moist till the seeds
are up. Scarlet and white flowers. Annual. Mixed.
Pkt., 5 cents.

CYCLAMEN.

A highly val-
ued green-house
plant, producing
exceedingly
handsome red
and white flow-
ers. Sow the
seed in Spring,
and by Autumn
it will produce a
bulb, which, if
care is taken will
blossom the fol-
lowing Spring.

Cyclamen
Persicum.

Choice mixed.

Cyclamen. D4HLIA.

A beautiful variety of plants; flowering in Autumn.
They are of easy cultivation, growing freely in almost
any soil, from seed sown early in the Spring. Sow the
seed in shallow boxes, and transplant the seedlings. Seed
offered by us saved from a fine French collection.

Dahlia, Double. Choice; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

SINGLE DAHLIAS,

The single varieties have at-
tained a popularity almost
amounting to a mania, being
extensively used for corsage
and personal adornment, at the
same time making fine plants
for out door decoration, and
for basket and vases through
the monthrof August. All col-
ors; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

DATURA.

(Trumpet Flower.)
A very ornamental class of
plants, suitable for clumps pro-
ducing large trumpet- shaped
flowers. Hardy annual.
Single Dahlia. Datura. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

DELPHINIUM (Larkspur).

I" Plants remarkable for their beauty, diversity of shades
and ornamental qualities. The principal color is blue.
Hardy perennial. Annual varieties (see Larkspur).
Delphinium. Dwarf German; fine mixed. Pkt., 10c.

DIANTHUS.

The Pink, Picotee and Car-
nation all belong to this genus.
They are all noted for their
large, sweet-scented, high-col-
ored flowers, and profusion of f<
bloom. Sowearly in the Spring "
in light soil, in shallow boxes;
transplant the young plants as
soon as they have a few leaves,
into small pots, or where they
are to remain.

Diantlius chinensis.
(China Pink). Choice colors.
Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Diantlius Hedde-
Wigii. Choice. Pkt., 10c. Diauthus Heddewigii.

Diantlius diade-
niatus. Superb va-
riety; dwarf. Pkt., 10c.
Diantlius impe-
rialis. Double Impe-
rial. Pkt., 10c.
Diantlius laci-
niatus. Beautifully
fringed. Pkt., 10c.

Diantlius Crim-
son Bell. Large,
fringed flowers. Pkt.,
lCc.

DAISY.

A well-knovm favor-
ite border plant. Needs
a cool shaded place.
Will bloom the first sea-
son, if sowed early.
Double, mixed. Pkt. 10c

DIGITALIS.

( Fox Glove.)
Handsome ornamental
plant, of stately growth
and long spikes of fine-
Digitahs-Fox Glove. ly colored flowers. Pine

for shrubberies and half shady places.

Digitalis. Brilliant colors; mixed. Pkt., 10c.
Digitalis gloxinoides. Gloxonia-shaped flowers.
Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

DOLICHOS (Hyacinth Bean).

A beautiful class of quick- growing; ornamental climb-
ers, flowering in clusters. Tender annuals. Purple,
white, mixed. Pkt., 5c.

ERITTHRINA.

Erytliriua Cristi-Galli. The Brazilian Coral
Plant. Magnificent in clumps on the lawn. The long
spikes of dazzling scarlet oontrast well with the rich
green foliage. Pkt., 25c.

ESUHSCHOLTZIA.

(California Poppy.)

The Golden Eschscholtzia has aided in no small de-
gree in making California famous as a land of sunny
flowers, and has very appropriately been selected as the
State flower of California. In its wild state it covers
thousands of acres of our California hills and plains
with its intensely brilliant flowers, which in the bright
sunlight are perfectly dazzling. Needs light, rich soil.

Eschscholtzia Californica. Yellow. Pkt., 5c.
Eschscholtzia. Mixed colors. Pkt., 5c.

ETERNAL FLOWERS.

(Or Everlasting.)

A very ornamental border plant; the blossoms are
used for Winter bouquets. Many sorts mixed. Pkt., 10c.

EUPATORIUJI FRAZERII.

Hardy perennial plants, with large clusters of fine
white flowers; tine for bouquets. 2 to 3 feet. Pkt., 10c.

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EIIPHORBI4 "VA It I EG AT A,

"Snow on the Mountain." A large, robust
growing hardy annual, with very ornamental green fol-
iage, striped with white. 2 feet. Pkt., 10c,

FEVERFEW (Matricaria).

Handsome, profuse, white, flowering, ornamental
plants, fine for garden or pot culture. Pkt., 5c.

FORGET-ME-NOT (See Myosotis).

FRENCH HONEYSUCKLE.

(Hedysarum.)

A free-growing border plant of easy culture. Hardy
perennial. Red and white. Pkt., 5c.

FUCHSIA (Ladies' Ear l>rop).

A well-known plant of easy culture; in pots for con-
servatory, parlor decorations, or the open ground. Very
easily grown from the seed. Perennial.

Fuchsia. Fine; mixed; double. Pkt., 50c.

GAILIARDIA (Double).

One of the most brilliant
and useful of garden flowers.
Most suitable forbedding, pro-
ducing large flowers in great
abundance throughout the en-
tire Summer. Pkt., 10c.

traillardia
Picta Lorenziaua.

This new double variety pro-
duces large globular heads of
various colors in great abun-
dance throughout the entire
Summer. The seed offered is
mixed, containing sulphurand
golden yellow, claret, red and
purple. Most valuable for cut-
Gaillardia Picta Lorenziaua. ting and bedding. Pkt., 10c.

G4ILLARDIA (Single).

These are undoubtedly among the choicest of Hardy
Perennials; the flowers are large, very numerous, excel-
lent for cutting and of the most brilliant shades of
orange, crimson, scarlet and Vermillion. Mixed. Pkt.,
10 cents.

GERANIUM.

Probably the Geranium is better known and more
admired than any other plant grown. In the last few
years there has been great improvement both in color
and in form of the flowers and brilliancy of foliage. Very
easily raised from seed. Succeeds best in sandy loam.

Geranium zonale. Splendid; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

PELARGONIUM.

( Lady Washington.)
From the finest named sorts only. Mixed. Pkt., 50c.

GIL1A.

Very pretty dwarf plants; will bloom in almost any
situation. Desirable for massing.

Gilia. Rose, purple, white, blue; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

GLAUCIUM.

(Horn Poppy.)
A showy plant, with long
silvery leaves, gracefully
recurved and deeply cut
and curled, flowers bell-
shaped, orange yellow.

Glanciiiin corni-
cliiatnin. Pkt., 10c.

GLOBE
AM A RAN THUS

( Gomphrena.)
A desirable everlasting
flower, valued for its vari-
ety of color. Flowers are
cut in Summer and dried
for Winter bouquets; seeds
germinate slowly; should
be soaked in warm water
before planting. Tender
annual. Mixed, all colors.
Pkt., 5 cents.

GLADIOLUS.

A fine plant, with long
spikes of flowers of various
colors; easily raised from
seed. Half hardy bulb
plant.

French hybrid. Choice
Gladiolus. mixed. Pkt., 10c.

GLOXINIA.

A superb genus of conservatory and gieen-house
plants, producing rich and beautiful colored flowers.
Thrives best in sandy peat and loam. Sow in March on
the surface, in a warm moist atmosphere; transplant
carefully in pots; in fol'owing Spring re-pot and water
freely. Will fully repay for care and attention. Peren-
nial.

Gloxinia. Very choice varieties, from a superb col-
lection; mixed. Pkt., 50c.

GODETIA.

Handsome Summer flowering plants of dwarf, compact
growth, bearing freely large flowers of exquisite colors
and shades of crimson, lilac, purple and white mixed.
Pkt., 10c.

GOLDEN FEATHER.

Beautiful golden-leaved border plant, retaining its or-
namental character till late in the Autumn. Pkt., 10c.

GOLDEN ROD (Solidago).

Much interest is now taken in this plant as it is named
as a candidate for our National flower. Fine yellow.
Pkt., 10c.

GOURDS (Ornamental'.

The varieties in our collection have been selected either
for the ornamental character of the foliage, the singu-
larity or symmetry of their fruit, the variety of their
coloring, or their usefulness.

Nest Ejsg- These exactly resemble in color, shape
and size, the eggs of hens, making a capital nest egg
which are superior to glass eggs, as they do not crack or
break, and are uninjured by cold or wet. As the plant
is a rapid-growing climber, it is very useful for covering
screens, etc. Pkt , 10c.

Sugar Trough. Very useful for baskets, dishes]
buckets, etc. They have hard, thick shells, capable of
holding from two to ten gallons each. Pkt., 10c.

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Dipper. Named for its resemblance to a dipper.
The capacity varies from a pint to a quart, with handles
six to twelve inches long. They are convenient for dip-
ping hot liquid, etc. Pkt., 10c.

Dish-cloth Gourds (Chinese Loofa). The pe-
culiar lining of this fruit, which is sponge-like, porous,
tough, elastic and durable, makes a natural dish cloth.
The vine is very ornamental, producing clusters of large,
yellow blossoms. It is, in fact, a sponge, a soft brush
and a bath glove combined, and is almost indestructible.
Pkt.; 10c.

Gourds. Elegant mixture. Composed of many ele-
gant and useful sorts. Pkt., 10c.

GRASSES (Ornamental).

Many varieties of the ornamental grasses are curious
and beautiful. When dried and tastefully arranged with
everlasting flowers they make very attractive Winter
bouquets; for this purpose they should be cut while fresh
and green (before turning yellow); tied in small bunches
and hung up in the shade. They should be bown in April
in good soil, thinned out or transplanted, giving each
plant plenty of room. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Agrostis net>iilo«a. Exceedingly graceful and
beautiful. Hardy annual. Pkt., 5c.

Arena sterilis (Animated Oats). Drooping; very
graceful. Annual; two feet. Pkt., 5c.

Briza maxima (large Quaking Grass). Very ele-
gant; one of the best ornamental grasses. Hardyannual;
one foot. Pkt., 5c.

Coix laclirymae (Job's Tears). With broad, corn-
like leaves, and hard, shining, pearly seeds, resembling
tears. Annual. Pkt., 5c; per oz., 30c.

Eragrostis elegans (Love Grass). Very graceful
and beautiful. Annual; one foot. Pkt., 5c.

Erianthiis ravemiae. Almost identical with
the Pampas Grass, but more hardy. Hardy pereunial.
Pkt., 10c.

Enlalia Japonica. New Japanese ornamental
grass; height six to seven feet, circumfereuce eighteen
feet; a siugle plant having from thirty to forty elegant
flower spikes of a violet color. Like Pampas Grass, it is
adapted to lawns. Pkt., 10c.

Gynerinni argentnm (Pampas Grass). The
finest aud most noble grass in cultivation; very ornamen-
tal; almost universally grown in the public gardens of
Europe; its flowers are large, silvery; blooms on stems
about seven feet high. Pkt., 10c.

Horde um jtibatnm (Squirrel-tail Grass). Very
handsome; three feet. Pkt.. 5c.

fanienm sulcatum. Feathery spikes. Pkt.,
10 cents.

Stipa pennata (Feather Grass). Very graceful;
starts in a hot-bed. Hardy pereunial; two feet. Pkt., 10c.

Zea Japonica (Striped Japanese Maize). Half-
hardy annual; six feet. Pkt., 10c.

GYPSOPHIL4.

A pretty free-flowtring, elegant little plant, well adapt-
ed for rustic rock-work, baskets and edgings, succeeding
in any garden soil. A treasure for bouquets either Sum-
mer or Winter; flowers and foliage very delicate, a mass
of the finest leaves and branches, covered with tiny star-
shaped flowers.

Gypsopliila elegans. White and pink; mixed,
Pkt.. 5c.

Gypsopliila Paiiiciilata. White flowers, beau-
tiful for bouquets, imparting a light, airy appearance.
Hardy perennial. Pkt., 5c.

1\TIU S (Sun Flower).

A well-known hardy plant, of stately growth, remark-
able for the brilliancy and size of flowers. Hardy an-
nuals.

Helianthus Californicus. Double. Pkt., 5c.

Russian JVIammotli. Very large. Pkt., 5c.

Globosns tistnloslis. Flowers very large, globu-
lar and of a rich saffron yellow. The very best. Pkt.,
10 cents.

HELICHRYSUM.

Flowers are mostly used for Winter bouquets, for

Heliehrysum. Hollyhock.

The distinctive character and massive beauty of the
Hollyhocks render them unrivaled as a picturssque relief
to the dark background of evergreen shrubs. For dis-
tant effect in large groups they are matchless; they also
form a showy and effective outline in flower-gardens and
borders; bloom second season from seed. Our improved
, varieties are magnificent with the most perfect flowers.

Hollyhock. Fine double, mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Hollyhock. Double, white. Pkt., 10c.

HELIOTROPE.

A well-known fragrant flower; excellent for bedding
and pot-culture. Seed sown early in Spring makes fine
plants for Summer; light, rich soil. Half hardy peren-
nial.

Heliotrope. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Heliotrope (Dr. Livingstone). Very fine dark vari-
ety. Pkt., 10c

Heliotrope (Madame de Blonay). White, for bou-
quets. Pkt., 10c.

HIRISCUS.

One of the most gorgeous of flowering plants; flowers,
cream-color, with rich brown center, one and one-half
feet. Pkt., 10c.

JIOXESTY (Satin Flower).

The silvery seed pods are much used for Winter deco-
ration; very handsome, free-flowering. Two ft. Pkt., 5c.

HUMEA.
Hiimea elegans- A very ornamental plant for
j pot culture, or sub tropical effects on the lawn. Flowers
borne in immense numbers on long drooping branches.
Colors, ruby red, pink and crimson. Pkt., 10c.

HUJ?IFI.FS JAPONICFS.

( Japanese Hop.)
A very ornamental and extremely fast-growing climb-
ing plant. The foliage resembles in shape that of the
common Hop, but has more incisions, is very dense, and
! in color a lively green. One of the best climbers for
covering verandas, trellises, etc. Pkt., 10c.

I POIIOP SIS (Standing Cypress.)

Remarkable, handsome free flowering plants, long
spikes of orange and scarlet flowers, almost unsurpassed
for brilliancy and beauty; effective for conservatory or
out-door decoration; succeeds in light, rich soil.

Ipomopsis. Fine mixed. Pkt., 10c.

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,ABLMtC,F

Mesembryaiithemum.

ICE PLANT

Mesembryauthemum

Profuse flowering dwarf
trailing plants of great beauty,
blooming the whole summer,
thriving best in a dry, loamy,
or sandy soil, requiring a
warm, sunny situation; fine
for beds, edgings, rockwork,
etc. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

I POME A.

Very pretty, rapid growing,
climbing plants, with hand-
some bright colored, trumpet
shaped flowers, excellent for
covering old walls, stumps,
arbors, etc.

(Cypress Vine). Mixed.
Ipomea. In many fine varieties; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Ipomea qiiainoclit

Pkt., 5c.

LARKSPUR.

Very ornamental plants, combining brilliant colors
with great duration and profusion of bloom. The dwarf
varieties are more effective in groups. The tall varieties
are more desirable for large beds and cut flowers. Grow-
ing in good garden soil. Hardy annual.

Larkspur. Dwarf rocket, mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Larkspur. Tall rocket, fine mixed. Pkt., 5c.
Larkspur (New Giant). Hyacinth flowered.
Pkt., 10c.

Larkspur (Dwarf Ranunculus.) Pkt., 10c
LATHY It IS (Everlasting Pea).

Showy, free-flowering plants, growing in any common
soil. A good climber for covering fences or walls.
Hardy perennial. Mixed colors. Pkt., 10c.

LAVATERA

(Arborea Variegaia)

The variegation of its large
leaves consists of an irregular
mixture of very dark green, and
the purest white, imparts to the
whole plant a most remarkable
and showy appearance. Pkt.,
15 cents.

LAVENDER.

A genus of plants cultivated
for the delicious fragrance of its
flowers. They succeed in any
common garden soil. Pkt., 5c.

IPOMEA BONA NOX.

(Evening Glory.)

A very ornamental climber and exceedingly beautiful
for conservatory or garden decoration ; large, fragrant
white flowers, which expand in the evening; grows to
a height of ten feet. Pkt., 10c.

JACOBEA (Seneeio).

A useful and showy class of plants, of easy culture;
does well in light, rich soil. Hardy annual. Purple,
pink and white flowers. Fine mixed; double. Pkt., 10c.

KAULFUSSIA.

~ Pretty little free-flowering plants, of a neat, compact
growth,* exceedingly effective in beds or mixed borders.
Hardy annuals. Eose, white, violet, mixed. Pkt., 5c.

LANTANA.

~ These plants are rapid growers, forming small, hardy,
shrubs. The flowers are in Verbena-like heads, and em-
brace every shade of pink, purple, orange and white.
Perennials. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Lnvatera.

LEPTOSIPMON.

Very desirable plant for edgings, rock work and ribbon
beds, combining a great profusion of bloom with variety
of colors. Flowers white, rose, lilac. Annual.

Leptosiplion. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

L1MNAXTHES.

An elegant and fragrant annual, very free blooming;
good for beds, clumps or edgings; easy of cultivation, and
growing freely in any good garden soil. Hardy annual.

Limantlies Douglasii. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.
LIJfUM (Flowering Flax).

One of the most effective and showy bedding plants.
Hardy annual. Flowers, crimson. Pkt., 10c.

LOBELIA.

Exceedingly pretty, pro-
fuse blooming plants, of
easy culture and well
adapted for bedding, edg-
ing rockeries, hanging bas-
kets and vases. Seeds
should be covered lightly.

Lobelia, gracilis.

Light blue, for baskets.
Pkt., 5c.

Lobelia speciosa.

Very effective variety for
bedding. Pkt., 10c.

Lobelia, Crystal
Palace compacta. A

beautiful compact variety
for borders. Pkt., 10c.

Lobelia Cardinal-
is (Cardinal Flower). Pe-
I.obelia. rennial. Pkt., loc.

Lobelia. Fiue; mixed varieties. Pkt., 5c.

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LOBELIA. PR1 JI A-DOWA.

Very dwarf and compact, with rich, velvety, crinison-
maroon flowers, thickly studded all over the plant,
which gives it au effect that is both beautiful and
unique. Pkt., 10c.

LOAS4.

A handsome genus of rapid- growing, free-flowering
climbing plants, with curious and beautiful flowers, suc-
ceeding out of doors in any light soil. Orange, scarlet
and yellow. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

LOPHOSPERMUM.

Exceedingly ornamental climbing plants, with large
and handsome flowers, very effective for conservatory or
garden. Flowers are brilliant red. Pkt., 10c.

LUPINS (Sun Dial).

A splendid genus of ornamental and free flowering
garden plants. Seed should be sown in the open ground,
where they are to remain. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

LYCHNIS.

Showy plants for borders, being free bloomers. They
are finely colored and of easy culture; should be in every
garden. Flowers are white and red. Pkt., 5c.

MARGUERITE (See Chrysanthemums).

MARIGOLD.

r Well-known, extremely showy garden plant, with hand-
some, double yellow and brown flowers, of varied shades.
Succeeds in good garden soil. Annual.

MarigoM African; tall. Pkt., 5c.

Mai'isoltl. French; dwarf. Pkt., 5c.

African Marigold — El Dorado.

MARIGOLD, EL DORADO.

The flowers are from three to four inches in diameter,
perfectly imbricated and extremely double. The colors
run through all the shades of yellow, from very light
primrose to the deepest orange. Pkt., 10c.

MARIGOLD (Gold Nugget).

Remarkable for its dwarf, dense growth and immense
double flowers, which are of a peculiar shade of golden-
yellow, resembling gold. Pkt., 10c.

IIAIXE (Zea Variegata).

Improvement on the Japanese Maize; leaves broadly
striped white. One of the best variegated plants for
screens, or as lawn specimens; height 6 to 8 ft. Pkt., 10c.

MALLOWS (Hibiscus Hybridus).

One of the most desirable perennial plants. The
flowers vary in color from pure white to deep rose, and
are from 6 to 8 inches in diameter. The plants average 6
feet in height, and present a mass of bloom from early
in July till late Autuum. Flowers the first season from
seed. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

MARTYrVIA.

Handsome, free-flowering plants, producing a fine
effect when planted in the open border; flowers as large
and handsome as Gloxonias, succeeded by curious double
horned fruit. Annual. Mixed colors. Pkt., 10c.

MARVEL OF PERU (Four o'clock)

Few plants combine so much beauty, both of flowers
and foliage. Seeds to be planted where the plants are to
remain. Hardy annual. Mixed colors. Pkt., 5c.

MAURANDIA.

This superb climber cannot be too highly recommended
either to decorate the conservatory or the flower garden.
Blooms the first year from seed. Perennial. Choice;
mixed — violet, pink, white. Pkt., 10c.

MIGNONETTE (Reseda).

A well-known fragrant favorite; if well thinned out, the
plants will be stronger, and the flowers larger. Blooms
throughout the season. Hardy annual.

Mignonette. Large flowered (15c. per oz.). Pkt.,
5 cents.

Mignonette. Parson's white. Pkt., 10c.
Mignonette. Giant, pyramidal. Flowers reddish.
Pkt., 10c.

Mignonette, Macliet. This extremely fine vari-
ety is one of the finest Mignonettes yet sent out. The
plants are of pyramidal growth, producing very thick,
stout flower stocks, throwing up numerous dark green
leaves, which terminate in long, broad spikes of deli-
riously scented red flowers. It is the best sort for pot
culture, Pkt., 10c.

Mignonette. Giant, white uprght. Foliage gray-
ish green; flowers white, on long slender spike3; 2 to 3
feet. Pkt., 10c.

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MIMA LOBATA.

Half-hardy Mexican climbing annual. The buds are,
at first, of a vivid red, but turn to orange yellow imme-
diately before they open, and when fully expanded the
flowers are of a creamy white shade. They are freely
produced trom the base to the summit of the plant,
which attain a height from 18 to 20 feet, and constitutes
a strikingly beautiful object. Pkt., 10c.

MIMUUUS (Monkey Flower).

Comprises numerous varieties, white, yellow-spotted,
crimson, scarlet and pink. Fine for baskets, conserva-
tory, and sheltered places in the garden. Needs cool sit-
uation and rich soil. Perennials.

Mi ill ii I us piiuctattis. Large, beautifully spot-
ted blossoms. Annual. Pkt., 10c.

Mi ill ii I us Cardinally. Scarlet ;]one foot. Pkt.,
10 cents.

Miiiinliis Tigrinus. An exceedingly beautiful
new, blotched and spotted hybrid, rivaling the Calceola-
ria in the variety of its bright colors. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Mi m II I us Mosclialus (Musk Plant). Fine for
hanging baskets, etc.; small yellow flowers, fragrant
foliage. Pkt., 10c.

momoruic a.

(Balsam Apple and Pear.)
Very curious trailing plants; with ornamental foliage,
and remarkable fruit. Hardy annuals.
Momordica. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

MYOSOTIS (Forget-me-not).

A charming little plant; very popular; producing beau-
tiful, star like flowers in great profusion. They succeed
best in moist situations; will flower the first season if
sown early. Perennials.

Myosotis. Blue. Pkt., 10c.

Myosotis, alba. White. Pkt , 10c.

MOMOG CiLOKY (See Convolvulus).
MOIIKx\IMO BRIDE (See Scabiosa).

NASTURTIUM.

Tall or Climbing Varieties.
Beautiful and luxuriant climbers, admirably adapted
for rock work, trellises and arbors; of easiest culture;
flowering profusely and remaining in bloom the entire
season.

Crown Prince of Prussia. Bloodied. Pkt.,
10 cents.

Giant of Battles. Sulphur spotted red. Pkt., 10c.

IVapolean III. Golden yellow spotted. Pkt., 10c.

Spitfire. Bright scarlet. Pkt., 10c.

President Thiers. Brown and yellow. Pkt., 10c.

Scarlet. Pkt., 5c.

Yellow. Pkt., 5c.

Orange. Pkt., 5c.

Brown. Pkt., 5c.

Mixed. Pkt., 5c; oz , 30c.

NASTURTIUM.

Tom Thumb or Dwarf.
The dwarf varieties of Nasturtium are among the most
useful and beautiful of annuals for bedding, massing,

etc., owing to their compact growth, richness of color,
and profusion of blooming.

Kin press of India. Purplish foliage; red flow-
ers. Pkt., 10c.

Golden King. Golden-yellow flowers. Pkt., 10c.

Pearl. Creamy-white. Pkt., 10c.

Kins Theodore. Flowers almost black. Pkt., 10c.

New Kose. New color in Nasturtiums. Pkt., 10c.

Kllby King. Crimson-rose flower. Pkt., 10c.

Scarlet. Dazzling in color. Pkt., 5c.

Spotted. Rich orange spotted with maroon. Pkt.. 5c.

Yellow. Pure, for bedding. Pkt., 5c.

Best Mixed. All colors. Pkt., 5c; oz., 40c.

YKMOI'HILA (Love «love).

Splendid for beds; bright colored flowers, marked and
spotted in shades of blue, white and violet.
Neniophila. Finest mixed. Pkt., 5c.

NIGELLA.

Love in-a Mist, or Devil-in-a-Bush.

A very interesting free-flowering plant, with curious
looking flowers and seed-pods; grows freely in any gar-
den soil. Flowers blue and white. Annuals.

Nigella. Mixed. Pkt., 5c.

NICOTIAN A COI.OWEA.

One of the finest ornamental foliage plants for opeu-air
decoration during the Summer months. Soil and climate
being favorable it will attain as much as live to si\ feel
in height in the course of a single season. The plant is
furnished from the base upwards with immense dark
green leaves of great consistency, and its exceedingly
robust constitution enables it to brave almost with
impunity high winds or storms. W hen in full vegetation
it is of a most imposing aspect. Pkt., 10c.

NOUANA.

A beautiful genus of free-growing trailing plants; line
for rock work, hanging baskets, old stumps, etc; needs
light soil. Floweisblue, violet, white, yellow. Annual-;.

Nolana. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

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O X A I, IS.

V T ery attractive and beautiful plants, with richly colored
flowers and dark foliage; suitable for the house, conser-
vatory, rock work and baskets. Half-hardy perennials.

Oxalis rosea. Rose-colored flowers. Pkt., 10c.

(BXOTHERA (Evening Primrose).

A fine, free-flowering and useful class of plants for
beds, borders or rock work. Succeeds in any good gar-
den soil. Fine mixed varieties. Pkt., 10c.

PA8S1FLORA, or Passion Flower.

Magnificent ornamental climbers, with remarkably
handsome blue and white flowers; very fine for conser-
vatories and gardens. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

PiXSV (Henri's Ease).

Too well-known to need description. Seed may be
sown under glass or in the open ground; if sown in the
early Spring, the plants will blossom late in the Summer
and during the Fall. They need very rich soil and good
care to keep the flowers large and fine; young plants give
the largest flowers.

Pausy. English; choice mixed. Pkt., 25c.

Pansy- New Fancy. Of the finest European col-
lection. Pkt., 50c.

Oilier, or blotched. Superb, large-eyed flowers
of very good shape, and beautifully blotched with rich
and varied colors. Pkt., 25c; % °z, §1.50.

Prince Bismarck. Remarkably beautiful; shades
of brown and golden-bronze marbled. Pkt., 10c.

Snow Queen, or Snowflake. Flowers of
delicate, pure, satiny-white. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 75c.

King i»f the Blacks, or Pa list. Flowers in-
tensely dark, almost coal-black. Pkt., 10c; % oz., 75c.

Lord Beaconsfield. New, large flowers of deep
purple-violet, shading off in the top petals to a white
hue; highly effective. Pkt., 10c; % oz , 75c

Emperor William. Flowers of a splendid ultra-
marine blue, with a purple-violet eye. Pkt., 10c.

Fire-Dragon. Very brilliant. Pkt., 10c.

Violet. Margined with White. Very beauti-
ful. Pkt., 10c.

Striped and .Mottled Varieties. Very fine
and exceedingly beautiful. Pkt., 10c; % oz -> 75c.

Dark Purple. Rich deep color. Pkt., 10c; %
oz., 75 cents.

Azure Blue. Very fine. Pkt., 10c; x 4 oz., 60c.
Deep Indiuo-Blue- Very dark. Pkt., 10c.
Bronze-Colored. Pkt., 10c.
Gold-Margined. Pkt., 10c.

Pure Yellow. Large, golden flowers. Pkt., 10c.

Large Flowering. Very fine mixed. Pkt., 10c;
M oz., $1.25; % oz., §2.00; oz., §3.50.

Good Q unlit v. Mixed. Pkt., 5c; % oz., 60c;
% oz., §1.0U; oz., $2.00.

GIANT TRIMARDEAI7 PANSIES.

An altogether distinct and beautiful new class of Pansy,
the flowers being of very large size; some have measured
four inches in diameter. The plants produce beautiful
shades of color that are found in other classes of Pansies.
Pkt, 25c

PASSY,
CASSIER'S GIANT ODIER.

This is one of the most remarkable strains of Pansies
ever offered; the flowers are of immense size, often three
inches and over in diameter, with the dark, deep, rich
velvety blotches. Pkt, 25c.

PANSY "BUGXOTS."

This new French variety created a great furor among
all Pansy-growers. It is said to be, without question,
the most striking variety ever raised. Iirmensely large,
of the Giant Odier type, while the surface is covered
with fine hair-like lines, rkt, 25c.

PANSIES.

COX'S PRIZE STRAIN.
The seed we offer we obtain from a noted grower in
Belgium, seed of all of his exhibition flowers, including
almost every shade of color, exquisitely spotted and
blotched, veined, mottled and margined, and fancy vari-
eties, a strain so beautiful that no description or praise
can do it justice, being unsurpassed for rich and varied
colors. Packets of 250 seeds at 50 cents.

PETUNIA.

A highly ornamental, easily cultivated garden ard
green-house favorite. Succeeds in any rich soil. If
sown early in the Spring, will blossom in June. Peren-
nial.

Petunia hybrida grandiflora. Large flower-
ing, single; mixed. Pkt, 10c.

Petunia. Mixed, double, fringed. Pkt, 50c.

Petunia. Mixed, single. Pkt, 5c.

PERIL LA.

Ornamental-foliaged plant for garden decoration; leaves
are mulberry or bl;ickish-purple: useful for ribbons or
borders. Half-hardy annual. Pkt, 5c.

PIC ©TEE.

Equally suited for in-door and out-door culture, flow-
ering free) y, an 1 having a delicious fragrance. Flowers
all ot one color, white or yellow; each p^-tal, however,
is bordered with purple, red or rose. Perennial.

Picotee, Pink. Choice European varieties, mixed'
Pkt, 50c.

PYRETHKVll.

Handsome, free-flowering ornamental plant?, produc-
ing a fine effect for borders. Hardy perennial.

Pyrethruiii loseimi. Light red. Pkt., 10c.

Phlox Druiamoudii " Cuspidala."

PHLOX ORUM9IONDII
44 < ii*i>i<lata.**

"Star of Quad li nbur g h . "

"This novelty is of quite an extraordinary character.
The size of the flower is about the same, but the pointed
center-teeth of the petals (five in number) are five to six
times as long as the lateral ones, and project like little
spines. Thus the flowers appear to have a splendid,
regular star-like form, with broad
white margins, fine for bouquets,
pots or open ground. Packet,
10 cents.

PHLOX
DRCfinOlTDII

*« Fimbriata."

This novelty has proved very
hardy, fine for open ground or
pot-culture and cut flowers. The
petals of this variety are fringed,
partly three-toothed, bordered
with white, which with the bright
eye of the center, contrast with
the velvety colors, consisting of
more than 20 colors. Pkt., 10c.

PHLOX
DRVII n O X HI I
Gl&AXOIFLOKA.

For a brilliant mass of colors
and a constant display, is not
excelled by any other plant. The
colors range from white to the
deepest shades of purple and
crimson. Heed may be sown in
the ground or started in a hot-
bed. Half-hardy annuals.

Phlox I > r it m in ondii
GraiMliflora. Choice mixed.
Pkt., 10c.

Phlox 13 ru m in o n <1 i i .

Perennial, finest hybrid. Mixed.
Pkt., 15c

PFNSTEUIOtf.

Plants of a highly ornamen'al character, remarkable
for the beauty and abundance of their blossoms. Peren-
nials.

Penstemon.

10 cents.

Fine mixed, yellow, scarlet. Pkt.

Phlox Drummondii Grandifiora.

POLYANTHUS.

Early blooming dwarf plant for spring flowerbeds, borders, or pot culture; colors — yellow, maroon, crimson, etc.,
beautifully veined, laced or blotched.
Polyanthus. Mixed. Tkt., 10c.

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PORTCJLACA.

Beautiful and popular hardy annuals,
of the easiest cuhure, doing well in a
sunny position and blooming profusely
throughout the season.

Portnlaca. Single, large flowering,
mixed. Pkt. , 5c.

Portnlaca. Double, large flower-
ing, mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Double Portulaea.

Pinks

SNOWDRIFT POPPY.

Flowers pure snow-white, very double, of large size, and perfectly
round. Pkt., 10c.

PEACOCK POPPY.

Habit dwarf, flowers brilliaut scarlet, nearly four inches in diameter,
with conspicuous glossy black zone which meets the petals near the
base, forming a complete ring equally apparent on both surfaces; a
single plant often produces a hundred blooms. Pkt., 10c.

CRIMSON KINO POPPY.

Brilliant crimson flowers, perfectly double and round as a ball.
Pkt., 10 cents.

POPPA.

Tile Queen. Pasony-flowered. The most charming and stately
Poppy; the flowers are extremely large (18 inches in circumference ),
with deeply fringed petals, crimson, white edged. Pkt., 10c.

Japanese Pompon. Charming dwarf Poppies of the richest
colors; double, mixed. Pkt., 10c.

PA PAVER L.EVIGATC3I.

New and very showy annual Poppy from Persia, with fine shaped,
large flowers, four inches in diameter - , of a brilliant deep scarlet with
black spots, surrounded with a white margin at the base of each petal.
Pkt., 10c.

PRIMULA (Chinese Primrose).

One of the finest Winter-blooming plants; the single varieties bloom-
ing more freely than the double, fine for a window plant or the green-
house. Succeeds best in sandy loam and leaf mould. Perennial.

Primula sinensis fimbriata alba. Fringed single white.
Pkt., 25 cents.

Primula sinensis fimbriata rosea. Fringed single rose.
Pkt., 25 cents.

Primula sinensis fimbriata. Fringed single,
mixed. Pkt., 25 cents.

Primula sinensis fimbriata. Fringed double,
mixed. Pkt., 50 cents.

PINKS.

A highly valued and well
known plant of easy culture
and of great beauty, doing
well either in the garden or
greenhouse. Choice varie-
ties; mixed. Pkt., 10c.

POPPY.

A genus of showy, free-
flowering plants, producing
a rich and effective display
iu large, mixed borders.
Hardy annuals.

Poppy. Carnation-
flowered, double, mixed; 2
feet. Pkt., 5 cents.

Poppy. Paaony flow-
ered, double mixed. Pkt.,
5 cents.

Poppy. Umbrosum.
Flowers are a rich vermil-
lion with a shining black
spot on each petal. Pkt.,
10 cents.

Poppy bracteatnm
Very large orange-scarlet
flowers, averaging 5 inches
in diameter. Pkt., 10c.

Primula (Chinese Primrose.)

PRIMCEA ORCOYICA.

A lovely perpetual blooming Primrose, admirably
adapted to growing in the conservatory or the house.
The flowers are profusely borne in trusses on long stems,

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

are of a delicate rosy lilac and pure white, thus making it
an excellent cut flower. Pkt., 25c.

PRIMULA VCLGAKIS.

English Primrose. The old favorite common
yellow Primrose, now so popular and fashionable in
England, and celebrated as "Beacontield's flower." Pkt.,
10 cents.

Ricisrus.

Known as "Castor Oil Plant;" and " Prima-Cristi;" a
rapid growing foliage plant with large palm-like leaves;
much used for sub-tropical effects ou the lawn, or for
centers of beds of foliage plants. Pkt., 5c.

RHOD INTHH.

This is one of the handsomest annuals ever introduced,
valuable alike for the decoration of the conservatory
and garden; they are among the prettiest everlasting
flowers for Winter bouqu ets. Succeeds best in light, rich
soil. Mixed flowers. Pkt., 10c.

KHODODEXDRO^T.

Well-known and magnificent free-flowering evergreen
shrubs, which should occupy a prominent place in every
garden; mixed. Pkt., 25c.

ROCKKT (Hcsperis).

Very pleasing, early Spring, profuse blooming plants,
with very fragrant flowers; easily raised, grows freely in
any soil; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

SAPONARIA (Bouncing" Bet).

Charming annual of neat dwarf habit; pretty star
shaped rose, colored flowers; free flowering; and excel-
lent for beds. Pkt., 5c.

SAT.PIGLOSSIS.

(Painted Tube Tongue.)
The large flowering Salpig-
lossis is one of the most beauti-
ful of flowering annuals; the
flowers large, of many beautiful
colors and exquisitely veined
and laced. Choice mixed. Pkt.,
10c.

SALVIA

(Flowering Sage.)
Fine bedding plants with gor-
geous spikes of scarlet. Seeds
sown in March, under glass,
will flower in July. Hardy per-
Salpiglossis. ennials. Pkt, 10c.

SENSITIVE PLANT.

A curious annual plant, the leaves closing if touched
or shaken. Should be raised under glass and not trans-
planted to the open ground until the weather is warm,
or kept in the conservatory. Pkt., 5c,

TEN WEEKS STOCK.

The Ten Weeks Stock, "Stock Gilly" or "Gillyflower,"
as they are sometimes called, stands pre-eminent among
annuals for either flower-beds, pot culture, cut flowers,
and delicious spicy perfume; they have been greatly im-
proved in the past few years, and a large flowering strain
has been originated, which for size, doubleness and vari-
ety ot exquisite shades of color is remarkable.

Large Flowered tier in an Dwarf (. ten
weeks). Exquisite colors; mixed. Pkt., 10c; white, 10c.

<>ianr Perfection ( ten weeks ). Magnificent
spikes of bloom, with immense double flowers; mixed.
Pkt., )0c; white, 10c.

Wall - Flower - Leaved. Early and excellent
for forcing. White. Pkt., 10c.

Pyramidal. Mixed. A beautiful sort, cone-
shaped habit. Pkt., 15c.

Itroinpton, or Winter. Bushy plants; pro-
ducing a beautiful display of double flowers; 2 feet.
Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Very Dwarf Snow fluke Mock. A beauti-
ful small-growing variety, with vigorous main spike -and
numerous side shoots of very large double snow-white
flowers; very early. Pkt., 15e.

"Cut and Come Again" Stock.

This grows about two feet high; if sown early it pro-
duces from Spring to late in the Fall pure white, beauti-
fully shaped double flowers. It thiows out numbers of
side branches, each of which bears a cluster of blossoms
and the ofteuer they are cut the better they seem to like
it. It makes a splendid Stock for cutting, and is quite
fragrant; succeeds well in pots. Pkt., 10c.

STOCK (Intermediate).

The Intermediate Stocks are valuable on account of
their flowering late in the Fall, also as pot-plants for
early Spring blooming. If the Intermediate Stocks are
sown at the same time as the Ten-week they will succeed
them in bloom.

Stock. (Intermediate). Choice mixed. Pkt., 10c.

STOCK (Emperor).

The Emperor, or Perpetual Flower, may be treated in
the same manner as the Interim diate Stock. They fre-
quently last several years if protected from the frost.

Stock. Finest mixed. Pkt., 10c.

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SI 1IIZ V\T1I( S.

A splendid class of plants, combining elegance of
growth and profusion of beautiful flowers; valuable in
the garden and green-house. White, purple, yellow and
crimson. Hardy annual. Finest mixed. Pkt., 5c.

SCABIOSA.

(Mourning Bride, or Sweet Scabious.)

A beautiful border plant, producing a great profusion
of flowers in various shades of carmine, purple and
white. Easy to raise in any good garden soil.

Scabiosa. Tall; mixed. Pkt.. 5c.

Scabiosa. Dwarf; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

SWEET PEAS.

(For New Varieties— See Novelties.)
These old garden favorites are grown with so little
trouble that when the class is enriched by the addition
of varieties that are entirely different from what we are
familiar with, it is a great gain. Fine for covering fences
or walls. Sow three inches deep, an inch apart, and as
early as possible. Hardy annuals.
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Adonis. Bright pink. Pkt., 5c,

Butterfly* Pure white ground, delicately laced with
lavender-blue. Pkt., 10c.

Captain Clark. Scarlet, mottled with white.
Pkt,, 5c.

Crown Princess of Prussia. Blush, shading
to rose. Pkt., 5c.

Princess Beatrice. This variety is of a rich
carmine-rose, shaded. Pkt., 5c.

Sweet Pea Vesuvius. The large upper petals
show a brilliant carmine-rose, shading towards the cen-
ter into a deep, glowing purple throat, the whole being
sprinkled with crimson dots. Pkt., 5c.

Sweet Pea. Violet Queen. Pkt., 10c.

Sweet Peas. Black, purple, scarlet, white, scarlet
invincible. Pkt., each, 5c. ; oz., 15c.

Sweet Pea. Mixed. Pkt., 5c; oz , 15c.

SIEEtfE (Catch Fly).

Ornamental genus of free-flowering plants, well adapt-
ed for Spring and Summer, blooming in beds, rock-work,
etc. Purple, white, pink and lilac. Hardy perennial.

Silene. Choice colors; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

Silene (Pendula compacta). Plant dwarf and com-
pact, and from nine to twelve inches in diameter, which,
during the season, are covered with bright pink flowers.
Fine for borders. Pkt., 10c.

SEDOM.

(Stonecrop.)

A pretty and useful little plant, growing freely on
rock or rustic work, hanging baskets, etc. During the
Summer they expand their brilliant star-shaped flowers
in profusion. Mixed colors and varieties. Hardy per-
ennial; three inches. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Stf APJDRAGOW (See Antirrhinum).

SOIiAHriTll (Jerusalem Cherry).

Interesting shrubs; bearing bright scarlet berries; for
groups or lawns or single specimens they are quite de-
sirable; tine for Christmas decorations. They grow free-
ly in a light, rich soil. Pkt., 10c.

STATICE.

Should be extensively cultivated on account of its
exceedingly interesting blossoms. Flowers are fine for
cut flowers, and, when dried, for Winter bouquets. Sow
in sand or in loam in the house, and transplant into the
garden. Hardy perennial. Choice; mixed. Pkt., 10c

SWEET WILLIAM.

Hardy plants of extreme rich-
ness and variety of color, and
also deliciously sweet scented; for
clumps or borders no plant can
surpass this old favorite, which
is greatly improved now, both in
size and colors.

Sweet William. Fine,
mixed; single. Pkt., 5c.

Sweet William. Mixed;
double. Pkt., 10c.

SWEET SUETAtf.

Sweet-scented, profuse flower-
ing plants, very effective in mixed
or shrubbery borders; grows free- Sweet William,
ly in rich soil. Hardy annuals.

Sweet Sultan. Mixed; purple, white, yellow,
Pkt., 5c.

SMILAX.

There is no climber in cultivation which surpasses this
in graceful beauty of its foliage and orange fragrance of
its flowers; can be used either to droop or climb. Unsur-
passed for light wreaths and floral decorations; easily
raised from seed. Green-house climber. Pkt., 10c.

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STEVIA.

Splendid free-flowering perennials, extensively used
by florists for cut flowers. Splendid for pot or border
culture. White. Pkt., 10c.

TAGETES.

A beautiful delicate fern-leaved plant, forming a com-
pact globular bush, and covered with bright yellow blos-
soms with a reddish brown stripe through the center of
each petal; a species of Marigold. Annual.

Tagetes signata pumila. Pkt., 10c.

THENBERGI A (Rlaek-eyed Susan)

Beautiful rapid growing climbers, thriving in a light,
rich, loamy soil, in warm situations in the garden; the
flowers are very pretty, and are borne profusely during
the season; fine for vases, rustic-work, or green-house
culture. Annuals. Pkt , 10c.

TORENIA.

A very fine annual, with large sky-blue blossoms,
with three large spots of dark indigo blue, and a yellow
stain in the center. Splendid plant for vases, hanging-
baskets, the green-house, or for growing out of doors;
they are coverod until late in the season with one mass
of bloom.

Torenia Fournieri. Pkt., 10c.

TROFOLEEM.

Beautiful and easily cultivated climbers; well adapted
for conservatory or for trellises, verandas, and rustic
work out of doors. Half-hardy annual.

Tropoleum peregrinum (Canary bird flower).
Pkt., 10c.

Mixed.

Tropoleum lobbianum.

VALERIAS.

Pkt., 5c.

Showy plant for mixed borders or shrubberies; bearing
large corymbs of bright flowers; bears shade and moist-
ure well; hardy perennial. Flowers bright red and white.

Valerian. All colors; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

VENES' LOOKING GLASS.

A very pretty hardy annual, succeeding well in any
soil; grows about a foot high, and is useful for borders
and edging; flowers are blue and white; mixed. Pkt., 5c.

VERBENA.

No plant equals the Verbena as a bedding plant. The
flowers are almost every shade and color, blooming freely
the first year from seed. Sow the seed under glass early
in the Spring, and transplant where they are to remain
when four inches high.

Verbena Hybrida. Scarlet, blue, purple, Italian
striped, white large-flowered. Each color separate. Pkt.,
10 cents.

Fine mixed. Pkt., 10c.

Candidissima. A decided improvement, produc-
ing large trusses of the purest white flowers, invaluable
for florists. Pkt., 20c.

MAMMOTH VERBENA.

The flowers are very large, of brilliant colors, and have
large, distinct eyes. We consider the Mammoth Verbena
one of the very best new things offered for many years.
In coloring they excel the old varieties, are of vigorous
habit and free-blooming, and are the most attractive of
the class. Mixed. Pkt., 25c.

LEMON VERBENA.

A loysia Citriodora. Fragrant lemon-scented
foliage. Pkt., 10c.

VERONICA (Speedwell).

Very ornamental plants for garden or pot culture; it
makes an extremely pretty edging for small beds, etc.;
annual; flowers blue and white. Pkt., 10c.

VINCA (Madagascar Periwinkle).

A genus of beautiful shrubs. If sown early in heat
and transplanted to a warm situation in the garden about
May or June, they will flower beautifully in the Autumn.
Flowers red and white. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

VIOLET.

A well-known favorite, much admired for the delicate
fragrance of it sflowers, and its profusion of bloom. Suit-
able for edgings and borders, doing best in a cool, shel-
tered situation. Hardy perennial.

Viola odorata. Sweet-scented, blue. Pkt., 10c.
" " Sweet-scented, white. Pkt., 10c.

VIRGINIA STOCK.

Extremely beautiful, free-flowering little plants for
beds, baskets or edging, growing freely in any soil.
Flowers are red and white. Hardy annual. Mixed,
j Pkt., 5 cents.

VISCARIA (Rose ol" Heaven).

Pretty, profuse-flowering plant, adapted for beds, edg-
1 ings, or clumps, growing readily in any garden soil.
Flowers pink and white; annual. Mixed. Pkt., 10c.

WALL FLOWER.

A well-known plant, with spikes of deliciously fragrant
double and single flowers, combining many shades of
yellow, brown, chocolate and orange purple. Easily-
raised from seed; suitable for a background and among
shrubbery. Perennial.

Wall Flower. Mixed; single. Pkt., 5c.

Mixed; double. Pkt., 10c.
" " Mixed; double. German. Pkt., 15c.

WHITLAVIA.

Charming hardy-annual, with delicate foliage and
clusters of beautiful blue and white bell-shaped flowers,
fine for ribboning, mixed borders or shady spots; grow-
ing freely in any garden soil, also good for baskets,
vases, etc. Large-flowered; mixed, Pkt., 10c.

WIGANDIA.

A grand and stately ornamental plant, with beautiful
large leaves 3 feet long and 1 % feet wide, imparting a
sub-tropical effect to the garden; perennial. Pkt., 15c.

WISTARIA.

This is one of the most popular of our hardy vines,
growing rapidly to a height of fifty feet or more, and
when in bloom is truly magnilicent, bearing long, pendu-
lous clusters of blue flowers.

Wistaria sinensis (Chinese Wistaria). Pkt., 20c.

XERANTHEMEM

A showy class of everlast-
ings. The flowers, when gath-
ered young, are useful for Win-
ter bouquets. Hardy annuals.

Xeranthemiini. Mix-
ed. Pkt., 5c.

YE CCA.

( Adam's Needle. )

A splendid plant with large
clusters of creamy-white tu-
lip like flowers on tall stems.
Hardy perennials; three feet.
Fine mixed. Pkt., 10c. Xeranthemum.

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Zinnia filegans Tom Thumb.

( Beuary. )

An elegant new dwarf variety; they form charming
compact free-flowering, pigma bushes, all colors, mixed.
Pkt., 15 cents.

Zinnia Elegaus Robusta Grand!-
flora Plenissima.

The beautiful form and rich character of the flower as
contrasted with other double Zinnias is well-known. It
forms a splendid bush about three feet high, covered
with enormous flowers. Pkt., 15c.

ZEBRA ZINNIAS.

The flowers of this selection are perfect in shape,
of all colors and shades, such as orange, crimson, pink,
yellow, violet, rose, scarlet, white, beautifully striped,
spotted with different shades, hardly any two plants pro-
ducing flowers alike; they are very beautiful and should
be grown in every flower garden. Pkt., 10c.

ZINNIA.

The large double-flowering Zin-
nia ranks high in public estima-
tion as a showy, free-flowering,
easily grown plant for the Su mmer
garden. The finer strains of the
large-flowering sorts are really
magnificent, the plants being cov-
|k ered from July till frost, with a
profusion of the handsomest blos-
soms, in all shades, from pure
white to dark crimson. To have
them flower early, seed should be
started and afterwards transplant
to the open ground; hardy annual.

Zinnia. Double carmine,
purple, crimson, orange, lilac, deep scarlet, pure white.
Pkt., 10 cents.

Mixed. Pkt., 10 cents.

Zinuia.

PALM SEEDS.

Orders for all Palm Seeds are booked, and forwarded as the various species reach us. Onlv such Seeds are sent out as we believe
will give satisfaction. Their vitality cannot be tested before the sale. Many varieties do not hold their vitality but
a short time, and should be planted as soon as received. We cannot warrant this class of Seeds, nor
will we hold ourselves responsible for the crop; if the purchaser does not accept
the Seeds on these terms, they must be returned at once.

Seeds

Areca Baueri (Seaforthia robusta) . . .,

" lutesceiiH

Erythea edulis (Brahea edutis). ..

" armata (Brahea glauca)

Brahea filamentosa (Pritchardia fllamento-
sa—\Vashingtonia ftlifera). . Oz., 20c; lb., $1.50

Corypha Australia

Caryota urens

Euterpe ednlis

Kent ia Belmoreana

" Canterbury ana

" Fosteriana

Oredoxia Kegia

Washingtouia robusta,

50 seeds, $1.00; lb., $6.00
Chamaerops exeelsa

100

$0.25

$2.00

.26

2.00

.35

3.00

.36

3.00

.25

1.50

2.00

.50

3.50

.40

3.00

.70

6.00

.50

4.00

.20

1.00

.15

1.00

Seeds

Chaniserops Hystrix

" Humilis

" Martiana

" Canariensis ,

Coons Bonneti

" Plumosa

" Campestris

I. mania Borbonica Oz.,25c; lb., $2.50

Phoenix recllnata

" tennis

•' Canariensis. .

" dactylifera. . .Oz.,10c; lb., 75c.

Sabal lonsfipenduncnlata

" Palmetto

Pandaims utilis

Seaforthia elegans

100

$0.50

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.25

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.25

.35

.30

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.20

1.50

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1.50

.15

1.00

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VISITORS should take the Mountain Vieiv Cable Cars at Washington and 8th Sts., and get off at Glen Ave,
Green Houses open from 7 A, M, to 6 P. M. t and are ivell worthy of a visit at any season of the year.

GREEN HOUSES AND NURSERY

o, THE COX SEED AND PLANT COMPANY,

Location, CLEN ECHO TRACT, near Piedmont Ave.

OAKLAND, CAL.

Dl FACC UATC When Seeds and Plants are ordered together, the Seeds will be sent at once from the Store, and Plants
rLLHOL n\J I C. will follow in a day or two from the Green Houses.

CALIFORNIA GROWN ROSES.

The superiority of California Grown Roses over most Roses sent out, will be recognized from the start, as we are able to,se«cf'
out much stronger plants, at the same price, than are sent out from other sections, less favorable, and are sure to prove h^fhly
satisfactory to all our customers. . . ,

Our prosperity depends upon your receiving satisfaction.

OUR RESPONSIBILITY.

We guarantee Plants to reach their destination in a live, growing condition, but when we have done this our responsibility
ceases; because we know that if they receive proper care they will grow nicely. Many Plants die from careless treatment and.
neglect; in such cases we cannot and should not be expected to replace them.

IN ORDERING

Please note that in manv localities on this Coast, that Express charges are higher than by Mail, so when ordering be sure to mention
whether Plants are to be sent by Mail, Express or Freight. No Orders for Plants for less than $1.00, and no Plants sent C. O. D.
EXTRAS will be sent with all orders by Freight or Express, to help pay for Express or Freight Charges.

TREATMENT OF PLANTS ON ARRIVAL.

The Plants if in the least wilted should be placed with paper about them iu shallow pans with water comfortably warm tothcluind,
Where they should remain twenty minutes to half an hour: this restores their vigor, revives theirleaves and increases their vitality.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

ROSES

NEW, RARE AND CHOICE VARIETIES.

Augustine Iriiinnoisean (White La France).
A seedling from La France. This beautiful variety, with
flowers of pure white, shading to a center of light rose, is
destined to become a great favorite, on account of its
great freedom of bloom, fragrance and large flowers. A
vigorous grower, producing a great number of buds and
flowers; altogether a most valuable addition to the white
varieties; excellent for
planting in cemeteries. No
Collection of Roses is com-
plete without this grand
Rose. Small plants, 25c;
large plants, 50c.

California's
New Striped Rose,

Rainbow-.
. Imagine a lovely pink
Rose blotched and streak- | /
ed with the darkest crim- I^S
son, at the same time only
enough to add to its beau-
ty, with base of petals a
rich' amber. It is a most
beautiful Rose, and attract"
universal attention. The
buds ; are long and hand-
someJhaviug the same erect
habit of growth as Papa
Gontier, from which it is a
sport. The Rainbow an-
swers the above descrip-
tion, and has been recog-
nized by the highest award
at the Exhibition of the
California State Floral So-
ciety. The judges in a
special report to the Society
stated as follows:

'• We, your Committee on
Awards o"f Prizes for the Fall
Exhibition of the California
State Floral Society, have care-
fully examined the new rose,
Rainbow, brought out by John
H. Sievers, and exhibited by
him, and we find thattbis new
Rose is possessed of unusual
merit as to. color, form, sub-
stance, and its variegation-the
latter being very distinct."
; ..Ejmall plants, 25c; large
plants, 50c.

Clotilde Sonnert.
It is impossible to do this
fine sort justice by a description. It is of the Polyan-
thus type, -but large and very, double, and the flowers
appear' ; in such enormous clusters that they are really
large panicles of bloom. Color, tine pearly white, shaded
with lovely soft peach in the center. It blooms freely
when plants are very small, and continues in the greatest
profusion at all times. Either as a garden or pot rose it
is extra fine. Small plants, 25c; large plants, 50c.
' ''.DiicliesH of Albany. One of the largest and fin-
est of the new Perpetuals, somewhat resemblingLa France
but of a much deeper color. The flowers are magnificent,
borne on long stems, bright rosy pink, very full and
double; exceedingly sweet and fragrant. Small plants,
25c.;' large plants, 50c

Oloire de Margottin. This grand new Hybrid
Perpetual Rose, originated in Europe, and is believed to
be one of the very finest varieties of recent years. The
flowers are large and of symmetrical form, somewhat
globular, very full, and deliciously scented. The color

Madame Hoste

is a clear, dazzling red. It is a free bloomer and vigorous
grower, and is recommended for great beauty and won-
derful color. Small plants, 25c.

Madame Pierre Gnillot (Tea). A new rose,
which is destined to great popularity, partaking of both
Madame de WatteiAlle and IF. A. Richardson in color; flow-
ers large, full, finely formed, pale yellow, tinted with cop-
pery orange at center, be-
coming paler outwards;
edges of petals rosy crim-
son; a strong grower and
free bloomer. Small plants
25c; large plants, 50c.

Madame Hoste.

Nearly et ery lover of beau-
tiful flowers counts among
his favorite Roses the love-
ly Perle des Jardins, and
certainly will be anxious to
secure this distinct new
Rose when we state that
its large and beautiful pet-
als are larger and longer
than that well-known Tea
Rose. Generally the color
is yellowish white shaded
with buff, while in cooler
weather the petals are of a
clear ivory white; they can
always be cut on long
stems and with beautiful
dark green foliage. The
plant is of strong, bushy
growth and bears very large
floioers in profusion. Small
plants, 25c.;" large plants,
50 cents.

Marie Lambert.

A strong, vigorous grower,
with bright green foliage.
The flowers are medium
sized, borne in clusters;
color, pure white. This
Rose will become popular
because of its blooming
qualities; it flowers from
every shoot, and is in bud or
bloom the ivhole Summer.
Small plants, 25c; large
plants, 50c.

Marion Dingee. A
splendid new Tea Rose, deep brilliant crimson, producing
large flowers borne on long, straight stems; a strong,
vigorous grower; a cross between Countess de Casseria and
Duchess of Edinburgh; undoubtedly the finest crimson Tea
Rose now in cultivation. Small plants, 25c.

Mrs. .John Laing. This new English Rose is an
exquisite pink hybrid. It is a remarkably strong grower,
deliciously fragrant, and bears fine, long stems, sur-
mounted by well-shaped buds of large size. It is a con-
stant bloomer and flowers the first year. We cannot
praise this Kose too highly, for every one planting it is
delighted with its e>'er-bloomiug habit and beautiful flowers.
Small plants, 25c.
"Madame de Watteville. This grand new Ever-
blooiniug Rose is one of the most beautiful varieties we
have ever sent out. The color is a remarkable shade of
creamy-yellow, richly colored with rosy blush. The
petals are large, and each one widely bordered with
bright crimson, which gives it a very striking and beau-

COX SEED AND PLANT CO. S CATALOGUE.

tiful appearance. The flowers are large, very full, aud highly perfumed.
This is the Tulip Rose, so-colled because of the feathery shading of bright
rose around the edge of every petal, the body of the petal beiiig creamy-
white and of heavy texture. Small plants, 25c.

Mrs. Paul. Pearl white in color, shaded peach. An improved Mal-
maison. Won the Gold Medal over all competitors. Small plants, 25c;
large plants, 50 cents.

Princess Beatrice. A pure Tea, of strong habit, heavy foliage,
coloring deeply after the style of Perk, flower stems stiff and upright, and
bright red, carrying large buds of exquisite color, outer petals varying from
canary to golden yellow, edged lightly with bright rose color. From its
first opening the petals roll their edges backward, displaying the bright
apricot center. Strongly tea-scented. Small plants, 25c; large plants, 50c.

Sappho. Buds fawn color, suffused with rose, the opening flowers
shaded yellow and tawny buff, centers deep, blight yellow, large, full and
globular. The petals large and of much substance. A splendid Rose to
keep after being cut. This we commend as being one of the prettiest and
sweetest Roses ever brought before the public. Certainly grand. Small
plants, 25c; large plants, 50c.

Striped La France (Madame Angelique Veysset). This Rose com-
bines all the good qualities of La France in growth, fragrance shape of bud
and flower, a free bloomer, nicely striped, the marking plain and distinct,
and the variegation a beautiful bright rose and satiny pink. This Rose has
received several Gold Medals and Certificates in Europe. Small plants, 25c.

'Souvenir de Wooten An American variety of great promise,
with the following good qualities: (1) Color velvety red, equal to Jacque-
minot; (2) perfume which cannot be excelled; (3) continuous flowering qual-
ities; (4) the most prolific bloomer in existence, every shoot containing a
flower bud; (5) habit exceedingly vigorous; (6) it never makes imperfect
buds, and dark weather, but deepens the color, giving it a richer shade of
crimson; (7) it is a full double Rose, and is good in bud, half open, or
ully expanded. Full open flowers, frequently are six inches in diameter. Small plants, 25c.

Tile Queen. A most charming Tea Rose. The off-spring of that fine old Rose, Souvenir d'un Amie, whose
many good qualities it seems to possess in a remarkable degree. It is pure snow-white, makes good, finely formed
buds', is quite full, showing the center but slightly when fully open. The petals are thick and of good substance,
opens well, is very sweet; and has proved valuable, both for forcing and open ground planting. We recommend it
for extended trial, as it will be found a valuable acquisition to our list of pure white Ever-blooming Roses. Small
plants, 35 cents.

Wflban (The New Forcing Rose). A sport from Cather-
ine Mermel, one of the most showy and attractive Roses o f
recent introduction; flowers larger than the Mermet, color
rich, deep, bright pink, and sure to become a great favorite
in every garden; an excellent Winter blooming variety. No
collection of Roses complete without the Waban. Small
plants, 25c; large plants, 50c

Waltliam Queen. This splendid new Ever-blooming
Climbing Rose is introduced from England, where it has
given great satisfaction. It is a strong grower and continu-
ous bloomer. The flowers are large, full and sweet. The
color is a rich, scarlety-crimsou, very beautiful, and a pro-
fuse bloomer. Nothing can compare with this for beauty of
bud and foliage. This Rose has been awarded first premium
wherever exhibited. Small plants, 25c.

Madame de Wattevii.le.

CLIMBERSfp

Climbing Perle des Jardins. A sport from the
well-known favorite, Perle des Jard'ms, and a Rose that will
be of permanent value, either for growing indoors or in the
open ground. The habit of growth is very vigorous, young
plants often sending up shoots six to eight feet high, with
rich glossy foliage and bright red stems. The flowers are
produced in wonderful profusiou, and are deep canary yellow:
the buds and flowers are much larger than the parent variety.
Small plants, 25c.

Climbing Niplietos. A splendid companion to the
climbing Perk des Jardins, having the same climbing habit.
The blooms are produced from the lateral shoots and are
very large, with broad, thick petals; color pure white, with
pale lemon center; beautiful long pointed buds, very fra-
grant. Small plants, 25c.

Waban.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

R
O

GENERAL COLLECTION.

Large two year old Roses by Express or Freight
at purchasers expense for transportation.

The Koses we offer are strong, healthy plants
that will flower well during the Summer season. True to
name. Price of Dormant Bushes during the Fall and Winter.
35 cents each; $3.50 per dozen; §25.00 per 100.

Strong plants in pots, during the Spring and Summer,
50 cents each; $5.00 per dozen.

Small plants by 31 ail. Postage paid. 15 cents each,
.50 per dozen, except where noted.

ROSES

SPECIAL OFFER.

Fifteen Choice Ever-blooining Roses, one of each of Fifteen Varieties, our selection, small
plants, by mail, post-paid, $1.00.

Twelve Large 2-Year Old Plants, our selection, $2.50. Purchaser to pay Express charges.

SPECIAL OFFER

CUSTOMERS WANTING A LARGE AMOUNT OF ROSES.

von

We will supply, during the Fall and Winter months, ONE HUNDRED dormant, LARGE FIELD
gHf\ f\ OROWN ROSES, our selection, fifty or more varieties, which will include leading sorts of

WaUiUU choice Ever-blooming, Hybrid Perpetual, and Tea Roses, specially adapted for out-door culture.

STANDARD OR TREE ROSES.

Varieties marked with a star ( * ) we can supply budded in tree form (usually called Standards), on a single
Btem, three to four feet high. Price, $1.00 each, $9.00 per dozen.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

TEA ROSES

( EVER-BLOOMING)

GENERAL LIST.

CULTCBA tj DIRECTION. In selecting a spot for a Rose-bed do not choose one where thev will be shaded by trees or
buildings, as the Rose delights in an open, airy situation, with plenty of sunshine. Roses are very partial to a clav loam soil, but
will do well in any ordinary soil if well enriched with well-rotted barnyard manure. In preparing the bed, dig it up thoroughly to
the depth of twelve or fifteen inches, as Rose roots penetrate deep when they have a chance. In forming the beds do not elevate
them above the level of the ground surrounding, as they will suffer less from drouth. After the plants have been set out, keep the
soil loose to the depth of an inch or two by frequent stirrings. An occasional soaking with weak manure water is a great help to them.

Aline Sisley. A fine Tea Rose of
a rare shade of violet red, brightened
with crimson.

*Bon Si! en e. Buds of beautiful
form; an unusually free bloomer. Color
deep rose shaded carmine.

"Bongere. Bronze rose to violet
crimson; a constant bloomer; very
double. A most desirable variety.

"Catharine Mer-

in et. One of the fin-
est Roses grown. The
buds are very large and
globular, the petals be-
ing recurved and show-
ing to advantage the
lovely bright pink of
the center, shading into
light creamy pink. A
strong grower and fine
bloomer. Sm. plant, 25c.

"Cornelia Cook.

Extra fine, pure, waxy
white flowers; extra
large and perfect buds;
fine Winter-bloomer.

"Countess Kiza
dil Pare. Bronzed
rose; flowers medium
size, moderately full;
highly perfumed; very
vigorous, large and
full. !

Conntesse de
Frigneuse. In color, charm-
ing; in freedom of bloom, second
to none. The buds are long and
pointed, not unlike Niphetos in
form, and of good size . The color
is a deep golden yellow.

"Devoniensis (Magnolia
Rose). A beautiful creamy-white
with rosy center, large, very full,
and a delightfully sweet Magnolia fragrance.

"Duchess de Brabant. Soft rosy flesh, changing
to deep rose, edged with silver; beautiful in bud and
highly fragrant.

"Duchess of Edinburgh. A splendid Rose, pro-
ducing very large buds of the most intense deep crimson.

" Eliza Sauvage. Large white Rose, very full and
sweet; an excellent sort.

Etoile de Lyon. A vigorous grower, of symmetri-
cal hahit; the wood and foliage of a reddish purple; the
flowers are large very double; color, a rich yellow.

"General Tartas. Brilliant carmine, shaded violet
purple, large and full; very free bloomer.

"Gloire de Dijon. One of the best and hardiest for
general culture; flowers extra large, full and sweet, of
rich, creamy-yellow color, shaded with amber.

"Homer. Soft, clear rose, with a salmon shade.
Splendid.

Catharine Mermet.

, "Isabella Spruiit

Sulphur yellow, very
free bloomer, beautiful
in bud; a charming old
variety; very popular.

Jules Fi n g e r.

Rose, shaded with salt
inon, changing to deep
rose; large, full, and
finely formed.

"La Sylphide.

Bluish with fawn cen-
ter, very fine in buds
large, very fragrant, al-
ways in bloom.

"Eettie Coles.

One of the loveliest
Roses grown; very
double-cupped, soft
creamy white, bright
carmine center.

Liiciole. Very
bright carmine rose,
tinted and shaded saf-
fron, base coppery,
back of petals bronze,
large and full.

Madame Alfred
Carriere. Rich
cream white, large and
full, deliciously fra-
grant, fine bloomer.

Meteor. An ex-
ceedingly rich, dark
crimson color; in cool
weather almost black;
large, superb form; no
Rose of itscolorblooms
so well.

Marie Sisley.
Deliciously tea-scent-
ed; color, an extra fine

shade of pale yellow; fine margined Rose.

Marie Van Houtte. White, slightly tinged with
yellow; one of the handsomest Tea Roses; free grower
and fine bloomer.

IVarcisse. Rale sulphur yellow; dwarf habit, pro-
ducing a great profusion of flowers; a very beautiful
Rose.

"Niphetos. This still holds the lead as being the
most elegant White Rose. The buds are three inches
long. It is positively startling in size and purity, and
is always scarce.

"Papa Gontier. A grand red Tea, of fine crimson
shade and silken texture (as distinct from velvety text-
ure). The bud is of fine size and graceful form. 50 cts.

* Perle des Jardins. Fine straw yellow, sometimes
deep canary yellow; very large and full, and the most
perfect form; one of the finest Roses grown; steps at
once into fame as the finest dwarf yellow Rose we have.

CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Papa Gontieh.

Grace Darling* Creamy white, bordered with
rosy peach.

I<anrette. A creamy white, shaded with rose.

Madame Falcot- Deep apricot; shaded buff.

Madame Lam bard. Color, bright rosy crim-
son; very fragrant.

President. A lovely Eose; fresh carmine pink;
extra large size; very double and full; free bloomer;
delicious tea scent.

'Safrano. One of our old favorites, and a first-
class variety, constant bloomer, elegant in bud; buff
and apricot.

*Sliirley Hibbard. Beautiful Nankeen yellow,
very free bloomer and a most popular variety.

"Souvenir de I'anl Neyrim. White, tinged
with rosy crimson; very distinct; a fine sort.

*Snnset. Identical in every respect with rerle des
Jardins, from which it is a sport, except that its color
is of that rich, tawny shade of saffron and orange,
similar but deeper than the coloring of Safrano. In
size, vigor and productiveness it is in all respects the
same as the variety from which it sprung, except that
the color of the young foliage is a much deeper crimson.

"The Bride. An ever-blooming, pure white Tea
Hose, of large size and most perfect form. The buds
are pointed and the ends of the petals are slightly curved
back. It is a very free-blooming variety, and has the
most delicious tea fragrance.

Trioinplie de Luxembourg. Rosy blush on
a copper ground; flowers large and full; very fragrant;
an excellent sort.

*W m. Francis Bennett. Flowers of large size
and borne on long stems; in shape resemble Ni/ihetns,
rival in coloring the rich General Jacqueminot, and re-
semble in fragrance the lovely La FVance; the habits
are all that can be desired, being clean, vigorous and
productive.

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BOURBON ROSES

Bourbon Queen. A splendid Rose; large fine form; very double, full and sweet; color clear rose, edged white.
"Hermosa. Bright rose, cup-shaped; the most prolific and constant bloomer.
"Red iVIalmaisou. Bright glowing crimson; highly scented; free bloomer.

"Souvenir de lYIalmaison. This is undoubtedly the finest and most perfect Rose of this class; hardy, free
blooming; of beautiful, clear fresh color, edges bluish; superb.

NOISETTE ROSES

"Celine Forestier. Pale yellow, deeper in center, free bloomer, very fragrant.
"Cheshuut Hybrid. Deep reddish crimson; of extra large size and fullness.

"Claire Caruot. Flowers of medium size; color, fine coppery rose, borders of the petals lightened with white
and rosy carmine; a superb variety; very distinct.

"Cloth of Gold, or Chromatella. Clear golden yellow, large, very full and double, highly fragrant.
Much prized in the South for pillars and verandas.
Coquette des Alpes. White, occasionally marked with light pink.
"Gold of Ophir. Salmon and fawn, pink shading, very rich color, free bloomer.
James Spriint (Climbing Agrippina). A rich dark crimson; very strong grower.

La marque. Purest white; a splendid climber under glass, and the freest and finest for Winter blooming; has
to be trimmed and trained well.

Marechal Neil. One of

the largest and most beautiful
Roses grown; flowers extra large,
very double and deliriously per-
fumed; color, deep golden yel-
low; buds of immense size. 50
cents each; extra size. 75 cents.

"Reine Marie Henriet-
ta, or Red Flowering
Gloire de Dijon. A strong,
vigorous grower, flowers large,
full and of fine form. Color a
pure cherry red, large, full and
sweet-scented. Succeeds well in
the South.

"Reve d'Or. Beautiful Rose
of climbing habit, suitable for
trellis or pillar; color, pale orange
yellow, with rose center.

"William Allen Rich-
ardson. Rich orange-yellow;
a very popular Rose; strong
grower, free bloomer.

HYBRID TEA ROSES

American Beauty. A

constant blooming Hybrid Per-
petual with enormous buds and
large full flowers; color, glowing
deep carmine.

"La France. Delicate sil-
very rose, shaded with cerise-

pink, often silvery pink, with
peach shading; very large, very
double, and of superb form. It
flowers continuously through-
out the season. None can sur-
pass the delicacy of its coloring;
in fragrance it is incomparable;
in form it is perfect, and is the
sweetest and most useful of all
Roses. It ranks first, not only
in the section to which it be-
longs, but stands first and fore-
most among Roses. 50 cts.

"Puritan. The flower is of
grand size, of the purest ivory-
white, very double, and set in
abundant calyx foliage of deep
green. It throws up heavy,
thornj' canes, and carries a pro-
fusion of dark, large leafage.
Its keeping qualities may be in-
ferred when cut blooms have
crossed the Atlantic in good con-
dition.

"Visconntess Folke-
stone. The flower is delicate-
ly tinted flesh, almost white, and
lustrous as satin When full
blown, it is like a fine white
Pseony, but without a suggest-
ion of stiffness. We have
measured flowers of this variety
six to eight inches in diameter.
Sweet-scented.

HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES

Abel Grand. A spleudid Rose, large, full and
fragrant; color, deep rosy blush.

Anna de Diesbach (Glory of Paris). Brilliant
crimson, sometimes shaded with bright maroon; long,
pointed buds, and large, finely-formed, compact flowers,
very full and sweet.

Antoine Mouton. This splendid Rose always
gives satisfaction. The plant is vigorous and hardy, an
early and free bloomer. The flowers are of extraordinary
size and fulness, very fragrant. Color a bright, clear
pink, reverse of petals silvery rose.

Baron de Bonstetten. Splendid large flowers,
very double and full. Color a rich, dark red, passing to
a deep velvety maroon, highly scented and very beautiful.

"Baroness Rothschild. This superb variety is
one of the most beautiful of all Roses. The flowers are
of immense size, perfect form and exquisite color, a rich
and lovely shade of pale pink, delightfully perfumed.
An ideal Rose in every way. Being very difficult to pro-
pagate, it is always scarce and high-priced. 50 cts. each.

Black Prince. Crimson, shaded with purple;
medium size; imbricated; form splendid.

"Captain Christy. The flowers are of magnificent
form, very double, and stand erect in their martial bear-
ing. Color a fresh, delicate pink, with deeper shading in
the center of the flower, the whole flower possessing a
bright, satiny appearance.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

"Charles Lefebvre. A splendid Rose. Large,
full, thick petals, beautifully formed, dark crimson in
color. Very velvety and rich.

Crimson Bed tier. Scarlet and crimson; very
effective and lasting; clean glossy foliage; blooms freely
from June to November.

Duke of Teck. A very large double Rose of the
most brilliant, bright crimson.

'Emperor of Morocco. An intensely dark Rose
of velvety maroon.

*General Jacqueminot. Rich, velvety-crimson,
changingto scarlet crimson. A magnificent Rose, equally
beautiful in the bud or open. This is the best known of
all Hybrid Perpetuals, and is without a rival in fragrance
and richness in color.

*General Washington. Perfectly double, large,
fine form, Color soft scarlet, sometimes glowing crimson.

Giant of Battles. This is still esteemed as the
very best rich red Rose. Very large, double, full and
sweet.

*Her Majesty. This new Hybrid Rose is of immense
size, perfect symmetry, and exquisite color, the color
being a delicate pink, and as large as Paul Neyron.

*Jeau Liabaud. Fiery crimson, shaded with black,
very dark flowers, large, full and beautifully formed.

"John Hopper. One of the most reliable and satis-
factory Hybrid Perpetuals ever grown. Flowers are
large, very regular and full. Color a brilliant Rose,
changing to a bright, glowing pink, shaded with rich
scarlet. Very sweet, and a profuse bloomer.

Jules Margottin- Bright, clear cherry red, large
and very double. A general favorite. One of the best
Roses.

* Louis Van Houtte. A rich crimson, heavily
shaded with maroon, beautifully formed and double
flowers.

Magna Charta. A splendid sort; bright, clear
pink, flushed with violet-crimson; very sweet; flowers
extra large; fine form; very double and full; a free
bloomer.

*Mabel Morrison. Pure white petals, thick and
waxy; a hybrid of Baroness Rothschild; habit good.

Marshall P. Wilder. Color, bright cherry-car-
mine; fragrant; of vigorous growth, with fine foliage.
One of the freest of the Hybrid Perpetuals to bloom; we
ean recommend this Rose without hesitation.

Marie Baumann. Bright carmine, flowers very
large and of exquisite form; free bloomer. In every way
one of the finest Roses grown.

*Paul IYeyron. Color, pale, soft rose, violet-shaded;
flowers immensely large and full; the largest variety
known, and the most desirable for the garden.

President Lincoln. Bright, cherry crimson,
shaded with purple-vermilion; .very full; fine shaped;
beautiful.

*Prince Camille de Rohan. Deep velvety-
crimson; a splendid dark sort.

"ITlrich Briiniier. Bright cerise-red; flowers very
large and full, and of fine globular shape. In all respects
a very fine Rose.

CLIMBING ROSES

These, for their hardiness and profusion of Flowers, recommend themselves to all lovers of the beautiful. They are
admirably adapted to cover harbors, walls and any unsightly objects, and are
always ornamental in any situation.

Baltimore Belle. Pale blush, nearly white; very double. Flowers in large clusters, the whole plan
appearing a perfect mass of bloom.

Climbing Devon iensis. Large, creamy white, shell like petals of great substance, large, full and very

fragrant. Large plants, 50 cents.

Climbing Hermosa. An excellent Rose; blooms in fine clusters; large, very double and fragrant; color,
beautiful clear rose; a constant bloomer.

Prairie Queen. Clear, bright pink, sometimes with a white stripe; large, compact and globular; very double
and full; blooms in clusters; one of the finest.

Seven Sisters. Crimson, changing all shades to white.

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MOSS ROSES i

Captain Jngraham. Deep velvet-purple, very mossy and free bloomer.

Glory of Mosses. The best of all the colored Moss Roses. Flower bright pink, tinged with crimson. Large
and globular.

Luxembourg. Bright crimson-scarlet, double. Very sweet and mossy.
Perpetual White. Pure white. Best white Moss Rose.

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MISCELLANEOUS ROSES

Agrippiun, or Cramoisie Superior. Rich velvety-crimson; moderately double; fine in bud; an excel-
lent bedding variety; one of the best.

Banksia (Thornless). White, a strong grower, evergreen.
Banksia {Thornless). Yellow, violet fragrance, strong grower.

Cherokee Rose. A hardy, continuous flowering variety, with fine velvety-green buds, pure white flowers in
clusters; foliage small, dark green.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

These are a special feature with us, and as we grow them in large quantities, we are enabled to sell the choice new
and high-priced varieties at the same low rate as the standard sorts. Young plants set
out in the Spring will flower freely during the Summer.

Small Plants, IOc. each, except where noted: large plant, 25c; per dozen, $2.50.

Buttercup.

Anna Webb. Kich crimson, beautifully fringed.
American Flag:. Pure white ground, scarlet
stripes. Small plants, 25 cents.
Attraction. Bosy scarlet.

Aurora. Very large pink flower of delightful
fragrance. Small plants, 25 cts.

Ben Hnr. Light pink; an exquisite variety.

Buttercup. Clear soft yellow, streaked with car-
mine. A grand flower. Small plants, 20 cts.

Dark Scarlet. Always one of the most desirable.

Daybreak. Delicate pink.

Fred Creighton. Very large flowers of lovely
pink shade.

Fred Dorner. Finely fringed, deep scarlet flower
Golden Gate. A fine pure yellow variety.
Grace Darling;. A clear pink color. Very de-
sirable.

Hinzie's White. Creamy white; one of the best.

J. K. Freeman. A deep cardinal fringed flower
A continuous bloomer.

Lizzie JVlcGowan. Very large pure white flow-
ers, beautifully fringed.

Portia. Intense bright scarlet flowers.

President Garfield. Deep scarlet.

Silver Spray. Pure waxy white fringed flower.

Springfield. An exquisite shade of pink. Very
fragrant.

Sunrise. Orange, striped with carmine. 25 cents.
Thomas Cartlege. Carmine, extremely prolific
bloomer.

Tidal Wave. Beautiful bright pink flower. Very
fragrant.

White Dove. A magnificent white fringed variety.
White Wings. Silvery white.

CARNATION—" Margaret."

This new class of Carnations is a most valuable introduction. They are of dwarf habit, very sweet-scented, and
bloom early and late. They are seedlings, and not more than one out of twelve plants may prove single; they are of
all colors, and will prove very satisfactory. We offer these in plants, which will flower early in the season, at $1.50
per dozen, or 15 cents each.

PELARGONIUMS

^ REGAL, FRINGED AND DECORATIVE VARIETIES ^

^r%$) PELARGONIUM MAGNIFLORUM FIMBRIATA ff^-

This magnificent group includes those varieties whose habit is more robust, and the flowers much larger than those
of the Show Pelargoniums. Their petals are either frilled or fringed, and overlap each other in such a manner that
they present the appearance of being double. Several of the varieties display a warmth and richness of coloring not
found in any other class, and their persistency of petal rendering them invaluable as cut flowers. No garden should
be without some of them.

Large Plants, 50c; Small Plants, 35c.; 12 Choice Varieties, our selection, $3.50.

Duke of Albany. Deep rich crimson maroom, margined with rosy lake; light center, surrounded with
violet rose shading.

Embassy. Pure white, the two upper petals blotched with deep violet-maroon.

Jubilee. Pine full flowers, petals bluish pink, upper petals blotched with maroon, surrounded with fiery crimson.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Alexandre de Napadiewicz. A beautiful
flower of a salmon-carmine color, margined with white;
petals blotched with maroon.

Beauty of Oxton. The upper petals are of a very
rich maroon, darkly blotched; under petals very dark
crimson, shaded with maroon; light center; all the petals
margined with white and beautifully fringed; flowers
large and full.

Black Prince. Deep blotch covering greater part
of petals, shading of reddish color, lighter margin, very
dwarf and free.

Captain Rakes. The trusses are numerous and
large, whilst the individual flowers are large and full;
upper petals deep fiery crimson.

Docteur Andre. Blush pink ground, the mar-
gins of petals elegantly fringed; quite unique.

Dr. Masters. Large black blotches in the center;
margin rich crimson; lower petals, small blotch, broader
margin than upper. Of the dark varieties, this is the
richest of all.

Ductless of Bedford. Blossoms purest white
feathered, spot of delicate rose; petals fringed.

Elaine. Pure white flower, blotched and feathered
with purplish-crimson.

Gloria Patria. Pure white; marked with a few
light veins of crimson on upper petals; beautifully
fringed.

Leonard. Flesh color; upper petals blotched dark
crimson, under petals spotted.

Madame Evrard. Very full flower, with beauti-
ful crispy petals of bright purplish crimson color, spot-
ted with dark maroon.

Madame Miellez. Bose color, dark blotch; fine
large truss; beautifully fringed.

Madame Thibaut. White blotched, and mar-
bled with rose; upper petals marked with crimson maroonj
large white center. Of the light colored Pelargoniums,
this is the richest and most elegant.

Princess Maude. 'Orange-carmine flowers, mar-
gined with white; white center; upper petals blotched
and feathered with maroon.

Prince of Pelargoniums. Large flowers with
elegantly fringed margins; vermilion-scarlet, relieved by
a blush white center, violet veins; upper petals flushed
crimson.

Prince of Teck. Bich deep crimson shaded with
violet, upper petals blotched and feathered wiih dark
blackish maroon; center shaded with violet.

Princess of Teck. Immense semi-double white
flowers; petals crimped and undulated.

Prince of Wales. An exceedingly handsome var-
iety, freely producing good trusses of flowers of a bright
vermilion color, with light center and edge to the petals,
the superior ones being marked with light crimson, and
darkly blotched.

Queen Victoria. The flowers have peculiarly
crispy petals; they are not really double, but from their
fullness of form and extra number of petals they have the
appearance of being so; the color is of a rich vermilion, all
the petals broadly margined with pure white, and the up-
per ones blotched with maroon.

Triumph de St. Maude. Improved fine red-
dish maroon, very intense colored blotches. Very hand-
some.

PELARGONIUMS

(LADY WASHINGTON)

Large Plants, 40c; Small Plants, 20c; 12 Choice Varieties, our selection, $2.00.

Agatha. A fine flower of good form; upper petals
bright crimson, blotched with maroon and margined
white; under petals blush white, spotted with bright
crimson.

Aryon. Upper petals bright crimson, blotched
with blackish-maroon and edged with rose; under petals
soft rose, spotted crimson.

Claudia. Upper petals dark maroon, surrounded
with crimson and edged bright pink; lower petals bright
pink; light center.

Damon. Upper petals bright crimson; blotched
with maroon; under petals rosy crimson; white center;
petals edged white.

Lord Derby. Shaded rose magenta, white margin
and throat; distinct.

Mabel. Bark maroon top; narrow edge; a heavily
painted flower; fine free habit and bloomer.

Mad. Vibert. Fine dark maroon blotches, border-
ed fiery red, the flower entirely edged with rose; vigorous
grower; fine habit and free bloomer.

Mad. Ph. Zeller- Deep, red blotched on each
petal with maroon; extremely attractive.

Myra. Upper petals dark maroon, surrounded with
bright crimson, and edged with rose; lower petals soft
pink, spotted with crimson; light center.

Neptune. Flower rosy purple; upper petals blotch-
ed and feathered with maroon; under petals spotted with
maroon.

Oscar. Upper petals crimson, margined with rose
I and blotched with maroon; under petals rose, spotted
crimson; light center.

Pilot. Bright rosy pink, blotched with dark velvety
crimson on the upper petals; light center.

Plateau. Upper petals rich, bright c.imson,
| blotched maroon; under petals bright crimson, shaded
dark crimson; light center.

Itlistic. A tine flower; upper petals rich crimson,
shaded maroon; under petals rich crimson; light center,
shaded with violet.

Starlight. A charming smooth petaled flower of a
pretty shade of rosy pink, the lower petals spotted with
fiery crimson, veined with maroon; upper petals blotch-

j ed with maroon, surrounded with fiery crimson; a most

> attractive and ornamental variety.

Vincent. Upper petals maroon, edged with rosy
crimson; under petals rich, rosy crimson; the center
shaded with violet.

Zenobia. Upper petals blackish maroon, sur-
rounded with fiery crimson and edged with rose; under
petals rosy crimson, spotted with maroon; rose center.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

CHRYSANTHEMUMS

We have discarded and weeded out hundreds of varieties, as they have been superseded by better sorts, or have not
stood the test of time and comparison. Below you will find the cream of all the Chrysanthemums, including those
that have taken prizes the past season in Chrysanthemum Exhibitions in the leading cities of the United States.

Small Well-rooted Plants, IOc. each; $1.00 per dozen, except where noted.

Eeady after March 1st. Book your order at once.

tO?XR\GHTEO

Ada Spalding. Large globe-shaped flowers, shades
from pink to a waxy white.

Annie Dorner. Color, deep carmine, shading to
creamy white; very double.

Annie Hartshorn. A superb variety; pearly
white, changing to pure white.

August Swaiison. An immense globular flower;
incurved; red, lined with gold.

Belle Fortevine. Large, round flowers; petals
incurved; pure white. A grand variety.

Bohemia. Very stout stems; beautiful foliage;
flowers Venetian red. 25 cts. each.

C. Krtister. Yellowish-pink; flowers large and
full.

Cleopatra. Very large, pure white, of soft plumy
appearance. 25 cts. each.

Cocliineal. A striking shade of dark crimson with
golden on reverse of petals.

Colonel W. B. Smith. Immense double flower;
forms a solid mass of bright golden bronze. 35 cts. each.

('ill I i il g ford i . Dark velvety crimson, shaded with
scarlet; petals finely reflexed.

Domination. A soft
handsome; one of the finest.

Doctor Callandrean
curved and whirled center.

Dr. H. A. Mandeville- Large, double bright
chrome yellow; petals long and twisted; beautiful. 20c. ea.

E. G. Hill. Immense flower; bright yellow, shaded
bright carmine. 25 cts. each.

Kda Prass- A fine recurved globular flower; color,
creamy white, shaded with salmon.

creamy white; large and
A soft canary yellow; in-

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

deep yellow; incurved; broad
Large, ball-shaped flower; deep
White, long graceful petals;

Eldorado. Rich,
petals. 25 cents.
Emma Dorner.

violet pink. 20 cents.
Empress of Japan

incurved.

E. Molyneux. Deep maroon, reverse bright gold;
incurved petals.

Eva Hoyte. An immense double flower of clearest
bright yellow. A solid ball. 40 cents each.

George Savage. Flowers large, incurved, pure
white. A grand variety. 15 cents each.

Gloriosum. Beautiful yellow lemon; large flat
flowers.

Golden Gate. Deep golden yellow, shaded with
buff; whirled center; fine for exhibition.

Harry May- Flowers very large; forms a massive
sphere of deepoid gold, with reddish veins. Fine foliage.
20 cents each.

Harry E. Widener- Very finest yellow; fine for
cut flowers.

H. F. Spalding. A grand variety; rich apri-
cot yellow, shading to rose; pineapple shaped flow-
er. 40 cents each.

International- Large ivory white flower.

Ivory. Excellent for pot culture; pure white
flower; globular shape; fine for exhibition. 30 cts.

John Lane- A splendid, bright pink; ex-
ceedingly free bloomer.

Jessica. It is the earliest large white flower;
average six inches in diameter. §

L. Canning- A most exquisite pure white,
with very large, flat flowers, resembling satin
rosettes.

Lily Bates. Clear, bright pink; petals broad
and flat; perfectly double. 25 cents.

Lillian B. Bird. Flowers of the very larg-
est size, with full, high center; petals tubular and
of varying lengths; the flowers when fully open be-
ing an immense half globe; the color is an exquisite
shade of shrimp pink.

Lizzie Cartlege- Extra large, full flower;
reflexed; dark rose, reverse silvery white.

Louis Boelimer ( Ostrich Plume ). Large
flowers; color, deep rose; reverse silvery pink, cov-
ered with glandular hairs. 15 cents.

Madame C. Audiguier. Pure, rosy pink
flowers of the largest size.

Medusa- A pure white, double flower, of a
most peculiar form. Flowers appear as if hung
over with masses of silken thread.

Mermaid- Very delicate, bright pink; incur-
ved and globular flower. 25 cents.

Mikado. A bright terra-cotta red, with yellow
shadings. 20 cents.

Minnie Wanamalter. One of the finest white.

Miss Annie Manda. Flowers perfectly double,
pure white; incurved. Petals have long hair-like or
feathery out-growths; very unique; said to be sweet-
scented. 50 cents.

Monsieur Charles Lebocqz. Anemone-shap-
ed; one of the grandest; centers shaped like trumpets,
shading from dark red to buff. 40 cents each.

Moonlight. A snow white, large flower, produces
good flowers in large quantities; one of the best for
cutting.

Monadnock. A full bright yellow flower, with
tubular petals. A beauty.

Mrs. A. J. Drexel. A very early flowering variety;
color, crimson-lake. 40 cents each.

Mrs. Alpheus Hardy ( White Ostrich Plume).
A pure white; large incurved petals, covered with glan-
dular hairs.

Mrs. E. D- Adams. Flowers pure white and very
large; petals long and twisted. Exhibition flowers meas-
ure sometimes eighteen inches. 15 cents each.

Mrs. George Bullock. Immense, white, of ele-
gant rounded form.

Mrs. Gov. Fifer. Large, pure white flower; in-
curved.

Mr. Hicks- Arnold. Very floriferons, bearing
large, very double flowers; old gold color. 20 cts. each.

tVlrs. Irving Clark. Light pink; flowers large
and showy.

Mrs. J. A 7 . Gerard. Beautiful peach-pink, large size
Mrs. Langtry. Pure white; outside petals quilled.
Mrs. L. C Madeira- Flower is a perfect globe
of bright orange; petals quilled. 40 cents each.

Mrs. Robert Craig. One of the finest whites.
A perfect, compact globe in shape. 40 cents each.

Mrs. Winthrop Sargent. Bright straw color;
large incurved flowers.

Nymphae- A grand novelty; pure white, finely in-
curved; sweet-scented.

O. K. A very large and beau-
tiful flower; outer petals pink,
center salmon and yellow: flow-
ers last for several months.

Oeta. Outer petals dashed
with rose, center yellow. A fine
incurved vaiiety. 15 cents.

Louis Boehmer — Ostrich Plume.

Magnificent
25 cts.

Prince of Chrysanthemums.

incurved pink variety, with tubular petals.

Princess. Clear delicate pink; large incurved flower.

Princess of Teck. White, suffused with pink;
incurved.

K. Maitre. A grand variety; inside of petals rosy
crimson; outside silvery white. Fine for exhibition. 20c.

Robert Bottom ly Pure white; an elegant flower
of enormous size, gracefully incurved.

Robert Craig. Rosy crimson, reverse silvery lav-
ender; fine incurved flower. 25 cts.

Robert S. Brown. A magnificent dark crimson,
double. Fine for cut flower, also for exhibition.

Rohallion. Petals long, reflexed and twisted; dark
yellow .

Rose Queen. Large, incurved flowers, very double
and compact; delicate rose color.

Roslyn- A superb, clear rose-pink; cup shape; solid;
immense in size. 40 cents each.

Rothwell Hyde- Bed, shaded with yellow; hand-
some large flower.

Ruth Cleveland. Delicate silvery pink; petals
broad and cup-shaped; outer rows reflex, inner rows in-
curved. 40 cents each.

Sec General Cassagneau. An extra fine show
flower of immense size; white, tinted with rose.

Sulphur Ball. Large globular flower, very double;
sulphur-yellow. 15 cents.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

Waban . Very large, full flower, of a deep pink color;
fine for exhibition. 20 cents.

W. A. IVlanda. Golden-yellow " Ostrich Plume."
Flowers very large. 40 cents.

W. H. Lincoln. An immense double yellow flow-
er; fine for exhibition.

Yonitza. Flowers erect on stout stems; color, white
with green tracings. Odd and beautiful.

Yoshiike. One of the largest; color, brownish-gold;
petals tubular, spotted at tips, with glandular hairs or
fringe on reverse. 50 cents.

FOR THE GARDEN

Varieties marked with (*) cannot be sent by mail.

.-. ABLTILOWS.

(NEW.)

25 cents each.

Eclipse. This is an ele-
gant foliage plant, and one of
the prettiest we know. It is
new, and the flowers, which
are produced in profusion, set
the plant off to good advan-
tage.

Golden Fleece, or
Golden Bells- The vari-
ety now offered combines large
size, fine form, and depth of
coloring, and will become the
leading yellow variety.
Madame Alfred Lagonr. Wide, open flowers
of a peculiar salmon shade with many veins running here
and there of bright crimson. Very beautiful.

Madame Alphonse Rothschild. New.
Beautiful light cream-colored flowers. An entirely new
shade. Elegant.

Madame Chobert. Very dwarf grower, and the
bloom literally cover the plant. Of a clear pink shade.

Madame Delaux- Wine color, veined with violet;
large flowers of a fine form. This is the most distinct of
the new Abutilons.

Robert George. A free and continuous bloomer.
Flowers are broad, their large, overlapping petals incur-
ved; color, orange, vemed with crimson.

Scarlet Gem. A rich, bright scarlet. Can't be
beat.

Snow Storm. Pure white flowers, and blooms
freely. Dwarf.

Splendens. A beautiful velvety crimson. Very
rich and pretty.

Thompson ii Plena. New. Has perfectly double
flowers that resemble in form a Double Hollyhock. Color
a rich, deep orange, shaded and streaked with crimson.
The foliage is delightfully variegated.

ANEMONE JAPOBTICA.

One of the most desirous, hardy herbaceous plants. As
a cut flower we consider the Anemone invaluable.

Alba. Pure white, with yellow center and dark eye.
Very free bloomer.

Rosea. Dark rose, shaded pink, yellow center, dark
i eye. Strong plants.

Rubra. .Red, yellow center, dark eye.

20 cents each; three varieties, 50 cents.

AZALEAS.

Varieties marked (*) by freight or express only.

'Azalea Mollis. The most brilliant and showy of
all hardy shrubs— exceeding even the Rhododendron —
and entirely hardy without protection in all situations.
The bloom, which varies in color, from the most intense
rosy-crimson to lemon-yellow, literally covers the com-
pact spreading plant, forming a hugh bouquet, and which
remain in perfection for a long time in May and June.

Massed thay produce an effect that is actually dazzling
Yellow, red and white. Strong plants, 75c. to $1.50 each

Azalea.

*Azalea Indica. A greenhouse plant, the flowers
of which are of unsurpassed beauty, borne in large clus-
ters above the small leaves; blooms from January to
April, colors very rich. If selection of varieties is left to
us we can not fail to please. Our stock of single and
double ones in white, variegated or solid colors is un-
usually fine this year. We offer large, fine plants, full of
buds, from $1.00 to $2.00 each.

*CAMELLIA.

Of these choice flowering plants we have a large stock,
and can offer them to our patrons very low.

We have just imported twenty varieties of the best
European sorts. These are one year old, in fine condi-
tion, 50e. each, $5.00 per dozen.

Two year old plants, of European importation, with
buds, $1.00 each, $10.00 per dozen.

Three year old plants, of European importation, well
set with buds, £2.00 each.

Japanese varieties, well set with buds, large plants,
double red, white, pink and variegated, 75 cts. to $1.50
each.

HELIOTROPE.

Of these we can offer Snow Wreath, pure white; La
Favorite, large lavender; Star, dark blue. Large plants,
30c; small plants, 20c.

HOLLYHOCKS.

Few hardy plants combine as many good qualities or
lend themselves as readily to varied uses as the Holly-
hock. For planting in rows or groups on the lawn or
interspersing among shrubbery they are invaluable. The
flowers, which are as elegant in shape as a Camellia, form
perfect rosettes of the most lovely shades of crimson, yel-
low, pink, orange, white, etc. They require a deep, rich
soil, and will repay in quantity and beauty of bloom any
extra care. We offer a fine assortment in separate colors.
15 cents each, or 8 for $1.00.

COX SEED AND PLANT

CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

DOUBLE PETUNIAS.

We keep on hand a good collection of Double Petunias,
some of them of the most beautiful shades of crimson,
white, rose, maroon, etc., others blotched, striped, vein-
ed, bordered, marked and fringed in the most beautiful
manner imaginable. Price for large plants in pots, 30c;
small plants for mailing, 20c.

MISCELLANEOUS.

Auricula. These neat alpine plants deserve more
extensive cultivation. They are easily taken care of,
and in Germany or England no one would do without
them. 25c. each.

Berberis von Honttii. Very handsome, new
shrub, white flowers, red berries, very hardy. 50c.

Bonvardia- These should be cultivated more pro-
fusely, they flower outside during the entire season, the
flowers are produced freely; white, red and pink. 25c.
each.

Blisli Clematis. Producing large clusters of rich
blue flowers: new and strong. 50c. each.
* Broom. Yellow; sweet scented. 25c. to 50c.
Crape Myrtle- Strong; 50c. each.
Calycanthns Floridus. (Florida Spice Bush)
very fragrant. 50c. each.,

*"Cytissus. Broom-like evergreen shrubs, producing
masses of yellow and white flowers. Strong plants, 50c.

*Daplme- The most fragrant flower under cultiva-
tion; small plant, 50c; large plant, $1.00.

Diosilia (Breal/io/ Heaven). Very fragrant, flowers
white. 25c. to $1.00, according to size.

*Dentzia gracilis. Flowers white in clusters, most
graceful; perfectly hardy. 30c.

Erica (Heath). Very nice evergreen floweriug shrub,
flowers pink and other colors. 25 to 50c, according to
size.

Exocliorda Grandiflora. A new highly recom-
mended flowering shrub, blooming most profusely. 50c.
each.

Escallonia. Bed and white, beautiful evergreen
flowering shrubs, 50c

Hibiscus Miitabilis (Large flowering Mallow).
Produces flowers 4 to 6 inches in diameter, of a rich
oreani-shaded rose. 25c. each.

Hydrangea- These are very ornamental; flowers
pink, in very large clusters. 25 to 50c. according to size.

Hydrangea panicnlata- A shrubby Hydrangea,
pure white, free blooming, 50c, for strong plants.

Habrof liamniis. Fuchsia shaped flowers of a
brilliant red color; free bloomer, strong grower. Large
plants, 50c.

Laburnum or Golden Chain, so called Shower of
Gold. 50c. each.

Lemon Verbena. 25 to 50c.

Lilacs. White, purple and new double, strong
plants. 50c.

Laiuustiiius A most excellent white flowering
shrub, evergreen. 25c. to 50c, according to size.

Myrtle- Well-known evergreen, flowers white. 25
to 50c, according to size.

Marguerite. Single white, single yellow, single
blue and double yellow. 25c.

Malvavisciis. Continuous scarlet flowering shrub;
excellent against fences and verandas. 25c
*0|eanrters. Double red, white and Yellow. 50c.
Polygala. Pink pea-shaped flowers, blooming in
the greatest profusion nearly all the year round. One
of the best flowering shrubs. 50c. each.
"Rhododendrons. These magnificent flowering
shrubs should be planted in the shade and receive a good
supply of water. Fine plants in bud, $2.00 each.

Solatium Capsicum. Jerusalem Cherry, fine
bushy plants, bearing a profusion of scarlet berries all
the year round, very pretty. 35c. each.

Spiraea von Honttii. Bridal Wreath, of dwarf
bushy growth, flowers early in Spring in greatest profu-
sion. 35c. each.
'Snowball*. Strong plants, 50c each.
Sollya. Pretty blue-bell shaped flowers, evergreen.
25 cents each.

Swainsonia alba. White flowering, continuous
bloomer, very desirable. Small plants, 25 cents; large
plants, 50 cents.

Salvia Splendens. Scarlet flowers, continuous
bloomers. 25 cents each.

Wallflower. Double, strong. 30 cents each.
Wiegelia. White and pink free flowering, hardy
shrubs. Strong plants. 35 cents each.

NEW IVY-LEAVED GERANIUMS

25c. each. $2.50 per doz.

Alice Cronsse, Petals of great size; violet-purple
and amaranth, very floriferous; extra.

Alma- Bright salmon-scarlet, the center lit up with
vermilion in a most pleasing manner.

Bertlielot. Large, full violet-magenta flowers, of
good form; very floriferous.

Chas. Turner. The handsomest Ivy-Geranium
ever introduced. Florets 2% inches, in trusses 6 inches
across. The color is a deep bright pink, approaching
scarlet in color; the upper petals feathered maroon; quite
double. Awarded numerous certificates.

Crepnscnle- Bright rosy-salmon flowers, very
large and double.

Emile Lemoine- Fine trusses of bright scarlet
flowers.

Fionrens. Large irregular flowers, salmon shaded
with rose; large petals.

Laplace- Flowers cup-shaped crimson lake; of vig-
orous habit and extremely floriferous.

NEW GERANIUMS.

25c. each. $2.50 per doz.

Alphonse Dandet. A beautiful variety, with
large trusses of reddish salmon flowers.

Beauty of Clyffe Hall. Eich, deep orange-scar-
let, with white eye.

Bonnat- Large, spherical trusses of brilliant car-
mine flowers.

Eden. Large crimson-scarlet flowers, white center:
top petals maculate ! with orange.

Fonrnaise- Brilliant orange-scarlet ; enormous
trusses.

Jules Ferry. Enormous trusses of dark reddish
scarlet flowers.

La Lorraine. Enormous trusses of soft rose
flowers; good habit.

Madame Guilbert. Large trusses of pure rose
flowers.

COX SEED AND PL&.NT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

M- Herve Maugon- Large flowers, salmon, bor-
dered with white, dwarf and floriferous.

Palai«ede L'liidusirie. Soft, rosy pink, -white
center, surrounded with crimson-scarlet.

Paul Arene. Very dwarf and floriferous; -well-
formed and milk white flowers.

'«s a ^A.BLANC

Kenan Large trusses of rich apricot-salmon flow-
ers; very floriferous.

Soleil Couchant. Bright orange-scarlet, flowers
large and round, dwarf and floriferous.

Souvenir de Miraude (The Great Novelty in
Geraniums). The greatest novelty in New Geraniums
that has appeared for a number of years is undoubtedly
Souvenir de Mirande. It is entirely distinct from any
other variety known, and is quite different from the
visual marked varieties that have from time to time made
their appearance. It has round florets, upper petals
cream white, with a distinct rosy pink border, lower
petals salmon rose, streaked with pure white. A most
novel color. It is extremely free-flowering, and produces
fine trusses of its magnificent blooms. Small plants, 15
cents; strong plants, 35 cents.

White Perfection. A free -flowering white variety
of good habit.

GERANIUMS.

Of these we cultivate over fifty varieties, all of which
in flower and habit are all that cau be desired. The best
and most desirable are the following:
5

GERl^IUMS- Standard Varieties.

Large plants, 25 cents. Small plants, 15 cents.
BEST SINGLE VARIETIES.
Black Prince. Dark purplish crimson.
Belicane- Vivid scarlet-lake.

Cosmos. Immense,
perfectly formed trusses;
color, salmon with or-
ange; a fine variety.

Dazzler- Most in-
tense scarlet, white eye.

Gen. Grant. A

superb bedding variety,
with very large truss and
brilliant scarlet flowers.

Gloire Loraine.

Fiery scarlet.

Jubilee- Brilliant
pink.

Poets' Rationale.

Clear rose, white center,
perfect flower.

Queen of Bel-
gians,. A beautiful,
clear white of the purest
quality; fine trusses.

Shepards' Seed-
ling-, Beautiful shade
of cherry-carmine.

BEST

DOUBLE VARIETIES.
Asa Gray. Salmon, a great favorite, large flowers.
Bruante. Best scarlet.
Crimson Velvet. Dark crimson.
Eimle de Girardin. Clear rose.
Golden Dawn. Nearly orange-yellow,
James Vick. Deep flesh with dark bronze shadings.
JLa Pilote- Brilliant crimson-scarlet, full and free.
Lombardae- Clear pink.
31 rs. Hayes. Bright pink, large truss.
McMahon. Deep pink.

Sam. Sloan. A very fine velvety crimson; im-
mense trusses.
The Swan. Pure white, -very double.

DOUBLE

IVl'-LEAF GERANIUMS.

Cramoise. Double violet amaranth.
Dianiant- Double lilac.

Eden Marchii- Pinkish crimson, large flowers.

Giroflee- Wine red, shaded crimson.

Gladiator. Deep claret.

Joan de Arc Pure double white.

La Rosiere. Double rose.

SCENTED GERANIUMS.

Fern Leafed Rose Geraniums.

Nutmeg Geranium.

Rose Geranium. Old sort.

Scarlet Flowering Rose Geranium.

Variegated Rose Geranium.

"VARIEGATED GERANIUMS.

Bronze and Silver.

Happy Thought. Yellow leaves, green margin.
Mad- Salleroi. Green leaves, white margin.
Mrs. Pollack. Tricolor bronze.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

FUCHSIAS.

"We describe a few of our leading varieties, which we
consider the best.

Large plants, 25c. Small plants, 15c.

Bismark. Sepals bright red, corolla double, dark
plum; one of the best; constant bloomer.

Black Prince- Single, spreading corolla of clear
pink; sepals waxy carmine; beautiful habit and very free
bloomer.

Carl Halt. An exquisite single variety, tube and
sepals white, corolla scarlet, striped white, a great
favorite.

Esmeralda. A novel color, sepals bright red.
corolla double lavender blue, shaded and striped carmine;
extra.

E. G. Hill. Best and largest, double; white.

Fnlgens. The tuberous rooted Fuchsia, a grand old
sort which has nearly gone out of existence. It has a
bulb like a Dahlia, is a stxong grower, and produces large
clusters of flowers, the tubes of which are four or five
inches long. Color orange-scarlet.

General Roberts. A grand new Fuchsia, tube
and sepals cherry-carmine, corolla single, purple-crim-
son. Individual flowers fully 3% to 4 inches long; fiow-
er stem 6 inches long; first-class.

Mrs. Marshall. Tube and sepals white, corolla
bright crimson, single; constant bloomer.

Majestic. An immense flower of great substance;
tube and sepals pure white; corolla brilliant carmine;
single.

Procnmbens (Trailing). As a Fuchsia this is in-
deed a novel and interesting sort, and one of great value
and beauty, especially for hanging pots and baskets. It
is probably the prettiest trailing plant in existence. The
mass of wavy vines cohered with pretty leaves, bright
flowers and red berries hanging over the sides of a pot,
basket or vase are exceedingly attractive. The flowers
are small and show several colors, the anthers being blue.
The seed vessels grow to the size and shape of robins
eggs, and change from green to deep crimsoD-red, and in
this showy condition hang to the vine for six months or
longer, and are one of the principal beauties of the plant.

Fuel] sin — Phenomenal.

Phenomenal- The largest double Fuchsia of
dark color, tube and sepals scarlet-carmine, corolla
measuring 2% inches in diameter, of a rich dark blue
color.

Fuchsia— Storm King.

Perle von Briiim. A very large double white
Fuchsia, an elegant flower, one of the very best.

President Carnot. Free-flowering; of splendid
habit; corolla double, violet; sepals wine red.

Rainbow. Another beautiful variegated foliage
Fuchsia, leaves bronze to red, shaded olive-green and
yellow. Trained against a wall or fence, or trailing upon
the ground it forms a beautiful object.

Redwing- Short tube and bright red sepals; short
and broad double, rosy purple corolla, flaked with car-
mine.

Storm King. A perfect gem; dwarf habit, sepals
dark carmine corolla white, shaded rose, a magnificent
large double variety.

Snnray. A handsome variegated foliage Fuchsia, ex-
tremely ornamental, flowers carmine.

Surprise. Waxy white tube and sepals, corolla pale
magenta, with dark border.

Sylvanns. Short tube, and long, rosy crimson
sepals; bluish purple corolla.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO . S CATALOGUE.

HOUSE PLANTS

Although many plants which are generally cultivated in the garden, such as Geraniums, Fuchsias, Heliotropes, etc.,

may also be cultivated succeesfully in the house.

We confine ourselves here to such plants as are only adapted for the house, and not for the garden.

Asparagus tenuissimus.

ASP1RAG ITS
PLANTS.
Asparagus plumo-

SUS. An elegant new climb-
ing species, with flat, fern-
like leaves. Small plants,
50 cts.; large plants, $1,50.

Asparagus tenuis-
simus- Is a very pleasing
house plant. Its graceful
branches are freely produc-
ed, and take the place of
Sniilax. 25 cents.

ASPIDISTRA.

Is a most desirable house
plant. It will thrive in any
position and in any soil,
and always looks well; small
plants, 25 cts.; large plants,
50 cents.

ARTILLERY
PLANT.

(Pilea maerophylla.)
A plant of graceful habit,
resembling a Fern in general apx^earance. It is literally
covered with small flowers the entire season; a fine bas-
ket plant. 10 cents.

ROIJVARDIAS.

Valuable plants for house culture, producing large clus-
ters of white, pink and scarlet flowers. 25 cents each.

REGONIAS.

Of these we have a great variety. Some of them have
a beautiful foliage, such as the Bex Begonias; others are
continuous flowering, in white, red and pink. Another
section combines beautiful foliage, as well as handsome
flowers, and the clan of Tuberous-rooted Begonias flower-
ing during the Summer, are the most elegant of all.

Flowering Begonias

25 cents.

Hybrid Begonias.

With beautiful foliage as well
as flowering. 25 cents to 50
cents, according to size.

Rex or Foliage Be-
gonias. 25 cts. to 50 cts.,
according to size.

Tuberous-rooted Be-
gonias. The immense im-
provements in these Summer
flowering Begonias, make
them now the most desirable
flowering plants. During last
Summer our plants produced
flowers fully two inches in
diameter, and in the most
dazzling colors. The double varieties produce flowers
as double as a Camellia and as large as a Bose. These
varieties may seem expensive, hut no one will regret the
price paid, when the plants are in bloom. Price of large

bulbs of the single varieties, 25 cents; double varieties,
50 cents.

Begonia Rex.

Tuberous-rooted Begonia, Single.

CAPE JASMINE.

Double white; fragrant; 50 cents.

CHINESE PRIMROSE.

Continuous bloomer. Single, 25 cts.; double, 50 cts.

CIJPHEA.
(Ladies* Cigar-Plant).

This is a well-known ever-blooming plant, growing
about twelve inches in height. The tube of the flower
is scarlet, with the end white and crimson. 25 cents.

CTPERUS ALTERNIFOLICS.

(Umbrella Plant.)

This well-known plant, always popular, seems now to
be in greater demand than ever it was. It well deserves
the attention it is attracting, for it is pretty, unique and
striking object. Moreover, it is of very easy culture, grow-
ing and thriving under almost positive neglect: Being an
aquatic it is at home in the aquarium, but it succeeds
equally well as an ordinary pot plant, if only an abun-
dance of water is given it. Next to Palms this plant de-
servedly takes rank among the most beautiful and most
useful foliage plants for house culture. 25c. to 50c. each.

CYCLAMEN.

One of the finest house plants; different colors; very
handsome. 25 cents.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

COLEUS.

The Coleus will give more pleasure at less cost than
any other plant. Their varied tints of crimson, gold )
bronze and green, richly blotched, veined or margined,
produce a brilliancy of coloring unequalled. We have a
collection of thirty-five kinds of the most distinct sorts
out. Leave the selection of varieties to us, as it is hard
to describe the various tints. 10 cts. each; $1.00 per

dozen. Large plants 20 cts. each; §2.00 per dozen.

FERBTS.

We have a great many varieties: Maiden Hair, Silver
Fern, and many others. 25c. to 50c, according to size.

HIBISCUS.

Single and double, gorgeous flowers. 25 cents to 50
cents each.

CLIMBING PLANTS

Ampelopsis Veitcliii. A great improvement on
the old Virginia Creeper; fast growing in the shade or
sun. 25 cents.

Australian Pea Vine. Pink flowers, fast grow-
ing 25 cents.

Bignonia. Three kinds; these are rapid growing
climbers, particularly adapted for a dry, hot climate.
50 cents each.
Bougainvillea.

The finest climber
for the South; beau-
tiful pink flowers. 50
cents each.

Clematis. Large
flowering, ten varie-
ties; they are the fash-
ionable flower of to-
day, very showy,
white, dark blue, light
blue, lavender and
dark crimson. 75 cts.
each.

Clematis Vir-
gin bower, small flow-
ering, very fast grow-
ers. 50 cts. each.

Cliail thus. Scarlet parrots bill, fast growing, very
bright. 50 cts. each.

Double Ivy Geranium. Pink and white. 25c.

Honeysiicliles. English Woodbine, Japanese and
Chinese, all very fragrant. 30 cts. each.

Hoya (Wax Plant). Beautiful clusters of fragrant
flowers. 30 cents.

Ivies. According to size. 25 to 50 cts.

Jasmine. Yellow and white; very fragrant. 50c.

Madeira Vine Roots. 5 cts.

Moonflowcr. 25 cents.

Passion Vine. Blue, white and red, all beautiful
vines; according to size, 25 to 50 cts.
Roses. See Climbing Roses.

Solatium (Potato Vine), White flowers in clusters,
rapid growing climber. 25 cts.
Siuilax. Per root. 15 cts.

Tacsonias. Flowers similar to Passion Vine, but
larger. Scarlet, pink, crimson and rose. 25 cts.

Tacsonia Buchanan i. A beautiful perennial
climbing plant, having very large pink flowers. 50c. ea.
I Tacsonia Von Vol vein i. This beautiful climb-
er flowers most abundantly for almost the whole year;

Clemutis.

the flowers individually are about five inches in diameter,
and of the richest scarlet. One of the finest of the Passion
Flower family. 50 cts. each.

Wistaria, Purple. 30 cents to 50 cents, accord-
ing to size.

Wistaria, Wliite. Pare and beautiful; the flow-
ers are hanging in large clusters. 50 cts. each.

Manettia bicolor. The most wonderful new
vine or plant that has yet been produced. It blooms in
Winter as well as Summer. It is both a rapid and beau-
tiful climber. The flowers are from an inch to an inch
and a half in length, of a most intense bright scarlet,
shading into flame, tipped with the deepest golden yel-
low, and covered with a thick scarlet moss. Small plants,
15 cts.; large plants, 30 cts.

BEDDING AND BORDER PLANTS

These are mostly sold by the Dozen or Hundred.

Acliyrantlius. Bright dark red, 10c. each; $1.00
per dozen; $7.00 per 100.

Cent a urea. Pr.re white, 10 cents each; $1.00 per
dozen.

Alternantlieras. Very dwarf; red and crimson,
10 cts. each; $1.00 per dozen; $6.00 per 100.

Daisies. Double; all colors; 5 cts. each; 50 cts. per
dozen; $3.00 per 100.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

Border Pinks. 5 ets. each; 50 cts. per doz.

Eclieveria {Hen and Chicken), 5 cts. each; 50 cts.
per doz.; §3.00 per 100.

Golden Feather. 5 cts. each; 50 cts. per dozen;
$3.00 per 100.

Geraniums. Bronze and silver, 10 cts. each; § 1.00
per dozen; §7.00 per 100.

Lobelia. Dwarf blue, 5 cts. each; 50 cts. per doz.;
§4.00 per 100.

Pansies. Extra. Young; transplanted once; 30 cts.
per dozen; §2.00 per 100.

Pansies in bloom; 50 cts. per dozen; §3.50 per 100.
Polyanthus. Garden Primrose; 10 cts. each; $1.00
per dozen.

Sea Pink ( Armeria ) . Very dwarf, requiring no
trimming; flowers rosy pink; 5 cts. each; 50 ets. per doz.;
§3.00 per 100.

Scotch Moss. Very dwarf. Splendid for edging;
§1.00 per square foot; one square foot would make an
edging 25 feet long.

Verbenas. All colors; 10 cts. each; §1.00 per doz.;
§6.00 per 100.

Violets. Single, dark bine (best of all); double light
blue and double white. Small plants, 5 cts. each; 50 cts.
per doz.; §4.00 per 100. Large plants, 10c. each; §1.00
per doz.; §6.00 per 100.

m MISCELLANEOUS BULBS IP

Anemone. Double;
best colors, mixed. 25c.
per dozen, §2.00 per 100.

Anemone. Single;
best colors. 15c. per doz.

Crocus. Mixed, all
colors. 15c. per doz.

Ranunculus. Mix-
ed, French. 5 cts. each,
50c. per doz.

Tulips. Mixed, early
single. 5 cts. each; 40 cts.
per dozen.

Tulips. Parrot. 5c.
each; 40 cts. per dozen.

Tulips. Double. 5e.
each; 40 cts. per dozen.

Amaryllis for-
m O si s si in a*. Large
orchid-shaped; dark vel-
vety, crimson flowers.
25 cts. each.

A. Hybrida. Large,
crimson, white striped,
50 cts. each.

A. Vallota. Very
handsome, brilliant scar-
let flowers, requires the
same treatment as Gladi-
olus. 50 cts. each.
A. Vitatfa. Haudsome species, bearing white
flowers witn deep rose colored stripe through the center
of the petals. 50 cts. each.

Fancy-leaved Caladinms. These plants are
especially valuable for decorating crnservatories, window
boxes, and as specimen plants. They are magnificent
planted in beds out-doors, nothing being more showy.
The brilliant cardinal-red. cream, pink, white, and
various shades of green that are displayed in the veinings
aud blotches of the leaves cannot be obtained in any other
class of plants. For arranging floral baskets or table de-
corations they are quite as handsome as any flower. We
have a tine collection of first-class, distinct; brilliantly

Single Tulip.

marked varieties. Price, well-dried bulbs, our selection
of sorts, 35 cts. each; three for §1.00, by mail post-paid.

Criniim A ma-
bile- A magnificent
plant, with large white,
star shaped flower of
delicious fragrance.
50 cts. each.

Cyclamen Per-
sicnni. Extra fine,
mixed. 25 cts. each,
§2.50 per dozen.

Dielytra spec-
tab i 1 i s ( Bleeding
heart). 20 cents each;
§1.50 per dozen.

Freesia refrac-
ta alba- This char-
ming flower has already
become a favorite, and
the ready facility with
which it can be forced
to bloom makes it high-
ly prized by florists;
the flowers are delici-
ously fragrant and are borne profusely
per dozen.

Gloxinia. Finest mixed varieties. 25c. each; §2.50
per dozen.

lxias. Finest mixture. 5c. each; 50c. per dozen.

Lily of the Valley. Strong flowering pips. 30c.
per dozen; §2.00 per 100.

Sparaxis. In beautiful mixture; 10 cents each;
75 cents per dozen.

Spiraea Japonica. Large clumps of most grace-
ful habit; white flowers. 20 cts. each; §2.00 per dozen.

Snowdrops. Single. 20 cts. per dozen.

Snowdrops. Double. 30 cts. per dozen.

Tube Roses, The Pearl. Produces large and
very double flowers on the shorter stems than the com-
mon variety. Extra strong bulbs. 10 cents each; 75
cents per dozen.

^5
Double Tulip.

25c. each; §1.00

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

CHOICE DAHLIAS.

The following are among the very best,
freest blooming and distinct Dahlias in
cultivation. Every one is perfection in
every respect. They are the best of their
color. Of all these we have a good stock
of pot roots, and strong field roots, with
•which we shall fill orders; but should our
stock of these become exhausted we will
send in Spring, strong, thrifty green plants,
which can be put out for immediate growth
and bloom. It matters not which you get,
pot or field roots, or green plants. They
are all carefully selected, strong and vigor-
ous, and will do equally well.

20 cts. each; $2.00 per doz.

Alice. White and lilac.

Beauty of the Grove. Buff, edged
with crimson.

Cardinal. Deep scarlet.

Charlotte Dorliug. White shaded
purple.

Chelsea Hero. White, shaded lilac.
A Pompone variety.

Coronet. Mottled yellow and red.

Doodas. Clear yellow.

Duke of Rochester. A golden yel-
low, shaded brown.

Garibaldi. Blackish crimson.

Guiding Star. Pure white, fringed,
of perfect shape. Plant bushy and free-
flowering.

Hector. Reddish violet.

Little Cupid. Maroon Pompone.

Lurline. Shaded yellow, Pompone
or Bouquet.

Mrs. Backman. Crimson, flamed
scarlet.

Mr. Thompson. Buff, striped with
maroon.

National. Deep yellow, edged with
crimson, Pompone.

Princess Alice. Large, lilac.

Prince William. Purple, Pom-
pone.

Quad ri co I or. Blotched salmon,
white and crimson.

Rose of Gold. Yellow, tipped with
rose, Pompone.

Starlight. Orange, tipped with carmine.

Sophie Howard. Crimson and white.

Triumph de la Rembois. Yellow, brown and
white.

Dahlias.

White Ball. Pure white.

White IJedder. Pure white. Tine for bedding.
Dwarf grower.

White Lady. White. Dwarf variety; good for pots

OXALIS LASA\I)KI A.

Bright rose colored flowers, splendid for borders and edgings, rock work or baskets. Each, 5 cts.; per dozen, 30 cts.;
per 100, $2.00.

PiE O IVIES— Ha r«l y , Herbaceous.

Herbaceous Pseouies are among the showiest and most useful of hardy plants, and are fast becoming popular with
the public. They are all hardy, and admirably adopted to our climate. Growing well in almost any situation or
soil, although the flowers will be finer and the colors brighter if planted in a deep, rich loam, well manured. We
offer a splendid assortment in twelve distinct varieties. Price, 30 cts. each; $."!.00 per dozen.

NEW JAPANESE TREE PEONIES.

The finest of all Pneonies. Like most Japanese importations, quite hardy and remarkable for their great perfect-
ion of flowers, both in size and richness of color. They grow to the size of a large shrub, increasing in vigor and
size of flowers season after season. Choicest imported varieties. Each, $1.50.

TIGKIUIAS.

The Tigridia, or Tiger Flower, as it is often called, reminds one much of the Tulip in the brilliancy of its gold and
scarlet coloring. Its culture is similar to that of the Gladiolus, and for Summer flowering in the garden, the bulbs
should lie planted out in the Spring. It is one of the easiest plants in the world to cultivate, and is sure to flower
abundantly in any warm situation. It is a pretty plant for pot culture, and the novelty in this class. Tigridias
has attracted much attention from amateurs recently.

Couchi flora. Yellow and orange, with dark spots. Post-paid, each, 10 cts.; per dozen, 75 cts.

Pa vim i.i. Red, tinted and spotted with yellow. Post-paid, each, 10 cts.; per dozen, 75 cts.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO.'S CATALOGUE.

Milla biflora. One of the loveliest and most
desirable bulbs. The flowers are nearly 2% inches in
diameter, of a pure waxy white color, and usually borne
in pairs; the petals are thick and leathery, of great sub-
stance, and will keep for days when cut and placed in
water. 15 cents each.

ET!" Iris Gennanica.

^Iris Germanica. One of the most brilliant and
hardy types of Iris; large flowers, richly marked with
violet, purple and bronze, broad-leaved. We have a fine
assortment of varieties; very strong roots. $1.00 per doz. |

Iris Kaempferi. (Perfectly hardy). The newer
varieties of this King of Iris, recently introduced from

Japan, are marvels of beauty and stateliness. Think of
a plant sending up to the height of three feet a dozen
flower spikes, each spike bearing from two to four enor-
mous blossoms eight or ten inches across, and of the most
delicate and beautiful colors, markings and combinations.
Think of a bed of all colors — white, indigo, violet, laven-
der, mauve, sky-blue, royal purple, blush, yellow, etc.
Your imagination can conceive of nothing grander, and
when you see them you will realize they are infinitely
more grand and beautiful than your imagination could
portray. Such are these new Iris Krempferi, the king of
hardy perennial plants. Named varieties, our selection,
20c. each; 6 distinct varieties for §1.00, by mail post-paid.

Gladiolus Colvillii (The Bride). Hardy, pure
white. Early, requiring only a slight covering of straw
or leaves to protect it from the severest frosts. 5 cents
each; 50 cts. per dozen.

Mixed Gladioli. The following list of mixed
bulbs includes inany of the very choicest and most desir-
able varieties in cultivation.

Very fine varieties of various shades of red. Per dozen
75 cents.

Very fine varieties of light colors and white. Per
dozen, 75 cents.

Very fine varieties of rose colors. Per dozen, 75 cents.
Very fine varieties of yellow. Per dozen, $1.00.

Single Hyacinth. Double Hyacinth.

Hyacinths. 10c. each; 65c. per doz.; $5.50 per 100.
Hyacinths. Single and double. 20 cents each;
§2.00 per dozen; $15.00 per 100.
Narcissus incomparable. Double, yellow. 10
cents each; $1.00 per dozen.
" Trumpet Major (Single Daffodil).

10 cents each; $1.00 per dozen.
" Albo pleno. Double, white. Very

fragrant. 10 cents.
" Orange Pheenix. Large, double

white, orange center. 10 cents.
" Van Sion. Yellow Daffodil. 15 cts.
" Gloriosa. Large, single, white; or-
ange center. 10 cents.
Grand Primo. White; orange cup.
15 cents.

" Grand Soliel d'Or. Golden yellow.
15 cents.
Paper White. 10 cents.

COX SEED AND PLANT CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

Chinese Sacred

lvily. This variety is
one of the prettiest of
the Tazetta, or Bunch
Flowering Narcissus,
and is the sort grown
by Chinamen for use in
their New Year festivals.
The bulbs are very large
averaging three to four
inches in diameter, and
as they throw up sever-
al stems when well
grown, the flowers are
produced in profusion.
It is very easily grown, bears
pure white flowers with a lemon
or orange cup, and can read-
ily be brought into bloom when
grown in water. The bulbs we
offer are the true var'ety. 25
cents each; $2.50 per dozen.

■milium Awiatiiin
(Golden-rayed Queen of Lilies).
This magnificent variety has
become one of the standard fav-
orites of the flower garden, and
is considered by many the fin-
est of all Lilies, their immense blooms measuring nearly a
foot in width when fully expanded. The flowers are pro-
duced in great profusion, and are deliciously fragrant. Extra

Liliuni Auratum,

50 per dozen.

This superb Lily is entirely
distinct from all others. The
perfect symmetry of the en-
tire plant, foliage and flower
is wonderful. Its spike of
scarlet flame-like flowers is
held erect like a flambeau at
night. The texture of the
flower is like a piece of coral
of the most brilliant red we
ever saw. Set off with the
most telling contrast with
its graceful fern-like foliage
of Emerald green. The foli-
age is slender and graceful,
attenuated from which fact it
takes its name L. Temiifoli-
um. It is a native of Siberia
and of course perfectly har-
dy. Blooms very early in
May or early June. Grows
three feet high when in good
condition, and has frequent-
ly twenty -seven blooms.
Plant in loose soil with good
drainage, with top of bulb
three inches below the sur-
face. 30c. each; four for $1.

Liliiim Kleeaiis (Thumbergianum Umbellatum). This class are all early, flowering in June; they range
from four inches high to four feet, with a most varied collection of colors. The flowers are always upright and oup-
shaped, giving beautiful effect planted in clumps. Finest quality of mixed, embracing an endless range of color,
form and habit. 10 cents each; $1.00 per dozen,

i. ilium speciosiim rose II 111 or rubriim. Bose, spotted with crimson. Extra large bulbs, 15 cents
each; $1.50 per dozen.

■milium Krameri. Two to four feet high; flowers broadly funnel-shaped, varying from distinct pink or
blush, to rich, soft rose; spotless and very fragrant. This is a Lily which has few equals. 25c each; $2.50 per doz.

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Lilium speciosum album. Pure white and
very fragrant. Extra large bulbs, 15 cts. each; $1.50 per
dozen.

Liilium Loiisiflorum. A well-known, beauti-
ful snow-white Lily; very L-agrant. 10 cents each; 75
cents per dozen.

Lilium Can did II m. The well-knowD, hardy
garden Lily, snow-white; fragrant flowers. 10 cts. each;
$1.00 per dozen.

liilium tistrimim (Tiger Lily)- Single, orange-
salmon, spotted back. 10 cents each; 75 cents per doz.

Lilium tig I ilium (Tiger Lily). Double, bright
orange flowers, spotted with black. 10 cents each; $1.00
per dozen.

Liliiuii Harrisii. This is the handsome, free-
flowering Eastern Lily of ^
Bermuda; invaluable for
pot culture; its pure white
flowers being borne in the
greatest profusion. Fine
bulbs. 15 cts. each; $1.50
per dozen.

Liliiim Leiclitli-
nii. A beautiful Japan-
ese species, of neat and ele-
gant habit; the flowers are
pure canary-yellow, with
crimson spots. 50 cents
each.

Liliiim Humbold-

tii. A remarkably tine va-
riety, freely producing fine
large flowers of a golden-
yellow color, spotted with

purple, 25c. ea.; doz. $2.50 Lilium Humboldtii.

I. ilium pardaliiium. Scarlet, shading to rich
yellow, freely snotted purple-brown. 25 cents each;
$2.20 per dozen?

Lilium pa i' vu in. Curiously shaped canary yel-
low flowers, spotted with purple. 30c. ea.; $3.00 per doz.

Lilium Washingtonianum.

Lilium Wasliingtoiiiaiiiiiii. One of the most
beautiful Lilies of California; flowers erect, pure white,
with bright scarlet spots; they are produced in great
numbers, and are very fragrant; plant one foot deep, in
well drained soil. 25 cents each; $2.50 per dozen.

EVERGREEN TREES AND SHRUBS AND
DECORATIVE PLANTS

Acacia Molissima Florabuuda. The finest of all the Acacia family; no tree in existence is more charm-
ing than this new Acacia with its graceful branches, drooping with thousands of great panicles of fragrant golden

flowers, so thickly massed that the feathery leaves can hardly be
seen. This variety blooms abundantly the third season from seed,
and will endure about ten degrees more freezing than the common.
Acacia molissima. 50 cents to $1.00 each.

Acacia Lopantlia. A graceful sort, with dark green feath-
ery foliage ; the most tender of Acacias. 25c. to 50c.

Acacia Melauoxylon. Make a fine, symmetrical tree, and
is used for street planting. 25c. to 50c.

Acacia Decurreus. An elegant tree, with fine, feathery
foliage. 25c. to 50e.

A ucubas. Handsome, half-hardy evergreen shrubs, with large
bright green leaves, beautifully marked yellow. They make splen-
did conservatory or parlor plants.

Aucubas Japouica. (Gold Dust Tree.) Leaves large, dis-
tinctly speckled golden yellow. 50c.

Aucubas !>lascula iMaculata. Leaves blotched and
marbled with bright yellow. 50c.

Aucubas Lanceolata. Leaves lance shaped, glossy dark
green, producing an abundance of scarlet berries. 75c.

Araucaria excelsa. Norfolk Island Pine, no doubt the
finest ornamental tree for this Coast. $1.50 each. Three feet,
magnificent plants. $3.00 each.

Araucaria imbricata. Slow growing Chile pine. $1.50
each. Small plants 75 cents.

Araucaria Bidwillii. Fine plants. $ 1.00 to SiOO each.
Araucaria Cuiiiiingliami. Strong plants one foot high.
$1.50 each.

Araucaria Cookii. l^feethigh. $1.50each.
Bracliicliiton. (Australian Flame Tree). Maple like foli-
age, scarlet flowers, a beautiful evergreen. 50c.

Buxus sempervirens. (Evergreen box). A small ever-
green shrub, desirable for edgings to borders, used in ornamental
Araucaria excelsa. gardening, 25c. each. Seedlings for edging, 6 inches, $3.00 per 100.

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Brugmansia Aiborea.

Brugraansia Arborea (Angels Trumpet or Wed-
ding Bell). This one of those plants of which words fail
to convey a true idea of its magnificence, and people who
see it for the first time are bound to be delighted far be-
yond their expectations. It is a hard wooded plant grow-
ing three to four feet high, and branching. It blooms at
all times of the year, in a window or conservatory, or it
can be cultivated in the garden during Summer and win-
tered in a cellar or pit. The flowers are drooping, bell-
shaped, of a creamy white color and very sweet. The
striking beauty of a plant bearing a dozen or more of
those gigantic flowers cannot be described. They must
be seen to be appreciated. They bloom very freely and
.it is not uncommon for a plant to have twenty or thirty
blossoms open at once. They make magnificent lawn
plants, and the great fragrance of the blossoms can be
detected for a long distance. It can be relied upon for a
profusion of flowers, at Thanksgiving, Christmas and
New Year's. For church decoration at Easter, or other
times, it has no superior. It is a very rapid grower and
thrives under all conditions. We do not know of a plant
requiring less care and attention than this. It is abso-
lutely sure to thrive and bloom freely, even when small.
Plants small enough to go by mail make a very rapid
growth and will bloom in a short time. Small plants,
by mail, post-paid, 30c. each. Extra large, by express,
$1.00 and $3.00 each.

Ca I yea ii til vis Florid us. "Carolina Allspice."
Remarkable for the scent of its flowers, which resembles
that ot ripe fruit. Will grow in almost any soil. Flow-
ers brown. 25c. to 50c. each.

Camphora Officinalis. "Camphor Tree."
From this tree the Gum iCamphor of commerce is ex-
tracted. A.n avenue of these trees is superb, the tree
being of upright habit, the top forming a dense crown,
with glossy light green leaves. 25 cts. to 50 cts. each.

Cryptomeria Elegans. A distinct form from
the Japonica, with fine, dense foliage, turning bronze
brown in Winter. 50c.

Cryptomeria Japonica (Japan Cedar). A
beautiful tree from China and Japan, growing fifty to
sixty feet high, presenting a beautiful appearance. 50c.

Cupressus Macrocarpa. (Monterey Cypress).
A tree forty to sixty feet high, with rough bark, spread-
ing, horizontal branches, with rich, green foliage; very

ornamental for lawns or parks; also used extensively for
hedges. 25c. each. Seedlings in Boxes, 15 to 30 inches
high. $1.50 to $2.50 per 100.

.Eucalyptus Globulus. "Tasmanian Blue Gum."
Well-known. One of the most useful of all, and a very
rapid grower. Planted largely in all warm countries, on
account of its malaria destroying qualities. Bemarkably
good for fuel, being easily sawn and split. 25c. each.
Seedlings transplated in boxes, 15 to 30 inches. $1.50 to
$2.50 per 100.

E. Hostrata. (Bed Gum). A rapid growing tree,
100 to 150 feet high; stands heat and considerable cold
without injury. 25c. Seedlings in box. $2.50 per 100.

E. Citrioriora. (Lemon-scented Gum.) A fine
ornamental tree, with lemon scented foliage, supplying
also an useful timber. Being a native of Queensland, it
is more tender than most other kinds. 25c.

E. Ficifolia. (Scarlet-flowered Fig-leaved Gum).
The most ornamental of the family. Flowers bright
crimson, produced well above the foliage. One of the
most effective trees in cultivation. 50c.

Ferns. We have a great many varieties, Maiden
Hair, Silver Fern, and many others. 25c. to 50c, accord-

Grevillea Robusta.

Grevillea Uobusta. (Australian Silk Oak.) A
splendid fern-leafed, evergreen plant, which makes a
magnificent pot plant for all sorts of decorative purposes.
In conjunction with Palms and Ferns, or in an ordinary
collection of house plants, it is at once striking and grace-
ful. It will resist drought to a remarkable degree, and
is therefore well adapted to withstand the dust and heat
of living rooms. Flowers golden yellow. Planted out
in this state it soon forms a magnificent lawn or shade
tree. Also makes a superb pot plant for the piazza.
Price of fine pot-grown plants, 20c. each. Extra line and
strong, by express, 35c. each.

English Holly. 50c. to $1.00.

English Laurel. 50c. each.

Ficus Elastica (India Rubber Tree). Very large,
smooth, leathery leaves, evergreen foliage. Generally
esteemed one of the liuesl house plains grown, the plant
attaining a large size and tree-shape. Each new leaf is
enclosed in a long, coral-red envelope, looking like a great

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red flower bud. A very fine plant for the lawn or bay
window. Price, fine plants, 50e. to $1.00 each, accord-
ing to size.

Italian Cypress. A tall, tapering, conical tree,
with straight branches lying close to the stem, much
esteemed for single specimen and arches. 25 cents to
50 cents each.

Loquat (Japanese Plum). 50c. each.

L>aiirestiiiiis. An evergreen shrub with bunches
of white flowers; makes fine edges. Price, 25 cts. each.

Melia Azederacli Speciosa. "True Texas Um-
brella Tree." Of very rapid growth, with long pinnate
leaves, and wood of a reddish color, resembling the ash,
durable, and makes excellent fuel. Thrives in dry soils.
Very valuable for avenue plauting. 25c. to 75c. each.

Magnolia gramliflora. A magnificent evergreen
with exquisitely fragrant flowers; thrives best in rich,
light soil. The superior stateliness of form and splendor
of growth, the size and richness of their foliage, and
lavish yield of fragrant flowers, all tend to place it in the
foremost rank among hardy, ornamental trees and shrubs.
50c. to §3.00 each.

Namlina domestica. A most charming and
graceful shrub or tree from Japan; foliage like a fern;
flowers white. 50c. to $1.00.

Pittosporiim Eugenoides. A. valuable ever-
green for lawns, parks or cemeteries; of graceful form
and bright light green foliage, which, in contrast with
the dark colored branches, makes a fine effect. It is
suitable for tall garden hedges. 25c. to 50c.

Pittosporiim Tobira. A handsome evergreen
shrub with shining dark green, oblong leaves, borne in
whorls. The bush is of a uniform globular shape, and
almost completely covered in Summer with charming

white flowers resembling orange blossoms, and fully
equal in fragrance. 25c. to 50c.

Pittosporiim Uiidulatum. A native of South-
eastern Australia. Handsome evergreen, with highly
fragrant flowers. Produces a wood well adapted to
turners' purposes, and also as a substitute for boxwood.
25c. to 50c.

Pittosporiim Crassifolia. A noble shrub of
upright and rapid growth; with grayish-green, heavy
foliage and dark brown, nearly black, sweet-scented blos-
soms. 50c.

Pepper Tree. 25to50c. Large plants, 6ft., $1.00.

Plumbago Capensis. A most valuable old plant;
can be kept in bush form or trained as a climber. Flow-
ers light sky-blue, produced continually. Stands drouth
and water, and the brightest sunshine. Should be cut
back now and then, to produce more young shoots, on
which the flowers are borne. 25c. to 50c.

Pinns Insignis (Monterey Pine). A very orna-
mental tree for parks or lawns; grows from sixty to sev-
enty feet high, of rapid growth, and has beautiful, green
foliage. 25c. (Seedlings in boxes, per 100, $4.50).

lletinispora (Japan Cypress). This is a most in-
teresting family of evergreens, mostly of dwarf habit, and
particularly suited to small places. Many have yellow or
white shades in the foliage, which makes them very
showy. 50c. to $1.00.

Taxus Hiberiiica (Irish Yew). Peculiarly up-
right in growth; like a bundle of closely packed branches;
deep blackish green foliage; very beautiful and valuable.
$1.00 to $2.00.

Tliuja anrea (Golden Arbor Yitae). A variety of
the Chinese, nearly spherical in outline, with bright yel-
low tinged foliage. Beautiful. 75c. to $1.00.

PALMS, DRAC/ENAS |
.-. AND YUCCAS .■

Areca Baneri [Seaforthia robustu). A very hardy variety, with large
handsome leaves. Small plants, 25 cents each.

Areca Intescens. A variety species with elegant yellowish green stems,
plume-like glossy green foliage. Very hardy.
Large plauts, $3.00 each.

Hraliea ednlis. A new variety of Fan
Palm from Guadaloupe Island. Large plants,
$3.00 to $5.00 each.

Hraliea tilameiitosa (Pritchardiafilamen-
tosa — Washingtonia fllifera) . The hardy Califor-
nia Fan Palm, a hardy, vigorous growing plant;
foliage very regular, of a bright green, deeply and
regularly pinnated, the margins of each being
covered with pith hair-like, long filaments, giving
them a very remarkable appearance from other
Fan Palms. They are beautiful decorative plants
in all respects, either for in or out-door use.
Plants 1 to 1% feet, 50 cents each; plants 2 to 2%
feet, $1.00 each; extra large plants, $3.00 to
$5.00 each.

Bra Ilea Glanca (Blue Palm). A very or-
namental Fan Palm of robust habit. The leaves
are bright green, glaucous beneath. New and
rare. Fine specimen plants, $5.00 each.

Coryplia Australia (Livistonia). A very hardy Australian Palm; foliage dark green; very symmetrically and
regularly slit, the segments partly doubled from base of petioles or leaf-stalk, which is thickly armed with crooked
pines. Small plants 25 cents each; plants 1 to 1% feet high, $1.50 to $2.00 each.

Cliamaerops Humilis. A Fan Palm of dwarf habit; it is a native of Southern Europe; very hardy. A
splendid specimen for the lawn. Small plants, 25 cents each; plants 1 to 1% feet high, 75 cents to $1.50 each.

Chamaerops excel*a. One of the hardiest of the Fan Palms; foliage dark green; the segments of the fan-
shape leaves deeply cut the edges covered with toothlike spines; grows from 15 to 20 feet high, very desirable for
out-door decoration. Small plants, 15 cents each; fine plants 2 to 3 feet high, $1.50 to $3.00 each.

Kentia Balmoreaiia. This fine Palm is a valuable addition to our collections; its leaves are pinnate, dark
green, and so beautifully crisp, as to gain for it the name of the "Curly Palm." It is very elegant and graceful in
habit; a native of Lord Howe's Island, where it attains a height of 40 feet. Small plants, 25 cents each.

Areca Baueri.

Areca lutesceus.

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Phoenix Canariensis. The handsom-
est and hardiest species of the Date Palm fam-
ily. Being a rapid grower, it soon develops into
beautiful specimens, with pinnate, dark green
leaves from 6 to 12 feet long, the divisions linear,
lance-shaped, very much pointed. It and the
following varieties comprise the grandest orna-
ments of our gardens, parks, and lawns, con-
tributing a graceful and charming tropical
appearance to any landscape. It is fully as hardy
as the native Fan Palm, and differing so widely
from that variety in its habit of growth, color,
and style of foliage, a finer contrast cannot
readily be imagined when the two are planted
'J. either opposite or alternately in rows. Small
plants, 50 cents to $1.50 each; large specimen
plants, $3.00 to $8.00 each.

Phoenix Keclinala. A very fine large
growing species; the stem becomes stout and
tall with age; leaves pinnate; largely used in
Nice, Canne, and in the so\ith of France, for
avenues; also the best for that purpose here; a
native of the Cape of Good Hope; hardy. Small
plants, 25 cents each; plants 1 to 1% feet high,
$2.00 to $2.50 each.

Chamterops excelsa.

Phoenix Tennis. This is a very hsrdy Date Palm, very desirable
and elegant, bright sea-green. Small plants, 25 cents each.

Ha phis flabelliformis. China and Japan. A hardy little Cane
Palm, which suckers from the roots like the bamboo, and forms a dense
clump of canes. A delicate and graceful little plant, only three or four
feet in height when full grown. 75 cents to $3.00 each.

Sea fori hi a elegans. Leaves dark green, the leaf-stems rather
stout at their base, pinnate, lanceolate and narrow bifid at the apex, the
whole plant perfectly smooth, on a cylindrical smooth whitish green stem.
A most elegant species. Plants, 2 to 3 feet high, $2.50 to $3.00 each.

1'hoBiiix Canariensis.

Mnsa Ensete. The noblest of all plants is the great Abyssinian
Banana. The fruit of this variety is not edible, but the leaves arc magni-
ficent, long, broad and massive, of a beautiful green, with a broad, crimson
midrib; the plant grows luxuriantly from 8 to 12 feet high. It grows
rapidly and attains gigantic proportions, producing a tropical t ft'ect on the
lawn, terrace or flower garden iu one season. Plauts, 50c. to $1.00 each.

Musa Ensete.

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Cycas revoluta.

Cycas revoluta (Sago Palm). A tine decorative
Palm, for out-door planting, does well in the open ground,
and stands without a rival as a decorative plant for in-
door or out-door use. The leaves are in great demand
for floral decoration. Small plants, by mail, 50cts.each;
large plants, SI. 00 to $5.00 each.

Dracaena Iudivisa.

Draeaeua linlivisa. A fine plant for out-door
planting in California, and much in use for lawns, aven-
ues and parks. The small plants are fine for window
decoration. Small plants, 25 cents each; large plants,
75 cents to §1.50 each.

Dracaena latifolia. A fine in-door decorative/
plant. Small plants, 50 cents each.

Dracaena congesta. Broad-leaved; a fine in-door
decorative plant. Price, $1.00 each.

Dracaena A ustralis (Broad-leaf). An exceeding-
ly handsome and ornamental tree, with fine, broad foli-
age. Large plants, 75 cents; small plants, 50 cents each.

Yucca aloefolia (Spanish Dagger). Very orna-
mental flowers, produced on a strong stem, from 10 to 20
feet high. Small plants, 25 cents.

Yucca aloefolia variesata. Leaves striped
with white, very ornamental. Small plants, 50c. each;
specimens, extra large, $5.00 each.

Yucca lilaiuentosa. Producing tall flower-
spikes of snow white, bell-shaped flowers. Small plants,
25 cents each.

Uieksouia Antarctica.

Dicksouia Antarctica (Tree Fern). For de-
corative plants, the Tree Ferns are unsurpassed for hall,
parlor or church decoration. We have a large importa-
tion from New Zealand, which we can offer tine plants
from 2 to 6 feet high. Price on application.

So Orders for Trees filled for less
than One Oollar.

It takes several days to fill a Tree Order from the Nursery; but will be executed and forwarded as soon as possible.
When customers order long lists, containing less than six of a variety, single rates will be charged; more than six
or less than 50, will be charged at dozen rates; 50 of one variety charged at 100 rates; 500 will be charged at 1000 rates.
Trees are free from scale and other insect pests.
Packing charges for less than 100 trees will be 25 cents.

AGREEMENT. — It is hereby mutually understood and agreed upon, between COX SEED AND PLANT CO., and
the Purchaser of Nursery Stock, that in case of any variety proving untrue to label, through any eiror, the Company
will not be held liable for any sum greater than that originally paid for said stock.

COX SEED AND PLANT

CO., SAN FRANCISCO.

APPLES.

Price.— One year old, extra size, 25c. each, $2.50 per
dozen, $18.00 per hundred; one year old, 20 cts. each,
$2.00 per dozen, $13.00 per hundred.

SUMMER APPLES.

Early Harvest. Pale yellow; fine for eating and
cooking.

Gravenstine. Beautiful; large striped.

Red Astrachan. Large; deep crimson.

Red June Carolina, Small or medium; deep red.

White Astrachan. A good market sort.

AUTUMN APPLES.

Alexander. Large; mottled with red.

Fall Pippin. Very large; rich yellow.

Glori Mundi. Very large; greenish yellow; valuable
for cooking and drying. October.

Haas (New). Tree a fine, strong grower, and very pro-
ductive; fruit medium to large; skm smooth, pale, green-
ish yellow, shaded with dark red; flesh white, sometimes
a little stained; fine grained; juicy, mild, and subacid;
very good. September to November.

Hoover. Large; dark red; juicy, acid, crisp, very
highly esteemed. October and November.

Jonathan. Red, tender, juicy and sweet.

King of Tompkins Co. Large, red.

Rambo. Streaked yellow and red.

Red Bietigheimer (New). A rare and valuable Ger-
man variety; fruit large to very large; roundish, inclining
to conical; skin pale, cream-colored ground, mostly cov-
ered with purplish crimson; flesh white, firm, subacid,
with a brisk, pleasant flavor; tree a strong grower, and
an abundant bearer; one of the largest and handsomest
apples and worthy of extensive cultivation.

Bhode Island Greening,

Roxberry Russett. Popular in New England.

Twenty-ounce (Cayuga Red Streaked ) . A very large,
roundish, striped apple, of medium quality, rather coarse
ground, but a brisk, sprightly, subacid flavor. October,

WINTER APPLES.

Baldwin. Well-known; large; red apple.
Ben Davis. Large; yellow, red streaked.
Bell Flower. Large; yellow.
Esophus Spitzeiiberg. Large; red.
Hubbardaton Nonsuch. Large; striped with yellow,
and rich.
Lady Apple.

Lawver (New). Large, roundish flat; mild subacid;
very heavy and hard; beautiful dark red; handsomest of
all the extra late keepers; very valuable as a late market
sort; tree a vigorous grower, and very hardy; bears well;
very promising late market variety. December to May.

Nickajack. Southern apple.

Newton Spitzenberg ( Vandevera). Yellow, striped
with red.

Northern Spy. Large; yellow, red striped.
Rome Beauty. Large; yellow, red striped.
Swaar. Large; good table apple.
Smith's Cider. Large; mottled red and yellow.
Wagoner. One of the best apples.
White Winter Pearmain. Large; pale yellow.
Winesap. Medium size; dark red, striped.
Yellow Newton Pippin. This is the best California
winter apple.

CRAB APPLES.

Hyslop. Large; red; fine for cooking or cider.
Red Siberian Crab. A beautiful little fruit; Highly
esteemed for preserving.

Yellow Siberian Crab. Beautiful; golden yellow.

PEARS.

Price. — Extra size, 25c. each; $3.00 per dozen; §17.00
per hundred.

SUMMER PEARS.

Bartlett. Large size; clear yellow skin; flesh fine
grained, buttery, very juicy, with a high aromatic flavor.
The best early pear. Very valuable for market and can-
ning.

Beurre Giffard. Medium; yellow.
Clapp's Favorite. Large; yellow.

AUTUMN PEARS.

Belle Lucrative. Medium size; melting, rich, deli-
cious.

Beurre Bosc. Large, russet pear.
Beurre Clairgeau. Large; valuable for market.
Beurre Diel. One of the largest pears; a rapid grower.
Beurre Hardy. Large; greenish; a good shipper.
Beurre Superfine. Large; yellow, juicy, subacid-
flavor.

Columbia. A large, showy fruit.
Duchesse d'Angouleme Very large.
Doyenne du Cornice. Large; fine yellow.
Flemish Beauty. Large; pale yellow, with reddish
brown cheek.

Howell. Large, handsome, sweet, hardy and produc-
tive.

Keiffer's Hybrid.

Keiffer's Hybrid. 40 cents each; $4.00 per dozen.

Louise Bonne de Jersey. A large, handsome pear;
yellow, with dark red cheek.

Seckel. Small, yellowish brown; the richest, highest
flavored pear known.

Urbanista. A large, melting, buttery pear.

WINTER PEARS.

Beurre Bretonneau. Large golden.

Emile d'Heyst. Fruit very large, oblong, pyriform;
skin clear yellow, with brownish cheek in sun, netted
and patched in sun with russet; flesh yellowish white,
fine grained, juicy, melting, rich and excellent; a good
keeper. December.

Easter Beurre. Fruit large; flesh melting.

Glou Morceau. Large; yellow.

Josephine de Malines. Medium to large size; pale
straw color.

Pound Pear. A monstrous pear.

P. Barry. This pear was originated by the late B. S.
Fox, of San Jose, and is acknowledged by our best judges
to possess qualities unequalled by any of our long keep-
ing pears. It is large, deep yeilow, nearly covered with
a rich, golden russet; rltsh whitish, firm, juicy, melting
sweet, slightly vinos and rich; an early and prolific bear-
er, December and January.

Winter Nellis.

Winter Seckel, (Dana's Hovey.)

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CHERRIES.

Price.— Extra size, 30c. each; $2.50 per dozen; $15.00
per hundred.

DUKE AND MOLELLO.

Belle de Choisy. Medium size; amber.
Early Richmond. Good for drying.
May Duke. Large; dark red, tine flavor.
Reiue Hortense. Very large; red.

HEART AND BIGARREAU.

Bauman's May. Small; heart-shaped, dark red.

Bigarraau Cleveland. Large; clear red.

Bigarreau Napoleon. (Royal Ann). Very large;
amber. 40 cents each; §3.00 per dozen.

Bigarreau Rockport. Large; bright red.

Black Tartarian. Very large; bright black.

Coe's Tssnaparent. Medium size; pale amber.

Governor Wood. Large; light yellow shaded with red .

Knight's Early Black. Large; black, rich and sweet.

Luelling (Black Republican). A new cherry from
Oregon, supposed to be a cross between the Napoleon
Bigarreau and Black Tartarian, having the solid flesh of
the former and color of the latter. Very late and good.

PEACHES (Freestone).

Price. — One year old, extra size, 30c.
each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00 per 100.

Alexander. Medium size, white flesh,
with clear red cheek; ripens here 10th of
June; the earliest shipping peach.

Briggs Red May. Large, red, early.

Early Crawford. Large, yellow.

Early Strawberry. Medium size.

Hale's Early. Medium size, flesh white.

Late Admirable. Very large ; flesh
greenish white.

Late Crawford. Large yellow peach.

Morris White. Rather large, creamy
white; very fine for canning.

Muir. This very remarkable peach or-
iginated with G. M. Thissel, of Winters,
Cal., who gives the following description:
"I believe it to be a seedling from the Early
Crawford, though the tree does not re-
semble the Crawford; the leaf is more like
a willow. It is an excellent bearer, does
not curl. The fruit is large to very large;
is a very free stone; never saw one stick to the pit. It is
a fine shipper, and one of the best canning peaches in
the United States. It requires but little sugar, and
many pronounce it sweet enough without any. As a
drying peach, it excels all others ever introduced.

Old Mixon Free. Large, flesh white.

Piquet's Late. Large, yellow; red cheek.

Susquehanna. A large, handsome variety, nearly
globular; skin rich yellow, with beautiful red cheek;
flesh yellow, sweet, juicy, with a rich vinous flavor.

Salway. Large, yellow with red cheek.

Smock's Late. Orange, red at stone.

Ward's Late. Large, white, with red cheek.

Waterloo. Specimens measured ten inches in cir-
cumference. 35c. each; $3.50 per dozen.

PEACHES (Cliugstonesj.

Heath. Very large; flesh greenish white.
Lemon. Large; flesh yellow.

McKeevitt's Cling. Originated with Mr. McKeevitt,
of Vacaville, California, who says of it: " When grown
under ordinary circumstances, it is useless to look
further for a better white cling-stone peach; it is very
large, thick-meated, white to the pit, smooth surface and
thin skin. Tree very vigorous and heavy bearer, does
not curl. Very profitable for canning and market."

Newington. Large; white.

Nichols' Orange. A large yellow cling, with purple
cheek. It was introduced by Mr. James Shinn, of Niles,

as a healthy, vigorous, and productive variety, in every
way worthy of extensive cultivation.

Orange Cling. A very large, roundish fruit, yellow
flesh; excellent for market or canning.

Old Mixon. Large; flesh white.

Sellers'. A variety of Orange Cling of the largest size,
raised by Mrs. Sellers, of Antioch; skin tine yellow, with
a dark red cheek; flesh yellow, firm, very juicy and rich;
a very desirable sort for canning. d-^— -v."" 1

Tuscan Cling. A very large, yellow cling, ripens
same time as Early Crawford; a tine shipper, and its
early ripening makes it very valuable.

Black Tartarian.

APRICOTS.

Price. — Extra size, 30c. each; $3.00 per dozen; $15.00
per 100. f£gp For varieties see below.

Hemskirke. A large and very fine Apricot.

Large Early. Large, juicy and rich.

Moorpark. Largest size; rich yellow.

Royal. A fine early variety, popular in many places
as a regular bearer.

Shipley (Blenheim). Above medium; flesh juicy and
rich.

PLEMS.

Price.— Extra size, 35c. each; $3.00 per dozen; $25.00
per hundred.

Cherry Plum. Very early; red, sweet.

Coe's Golden Drop. Large; oval; yellow.

Coe's Late Red. Medium size; round.

Clyman. Originated in Napa Valley; mottled reddish
purple with beautiful blue; free-stone; flesh firm, dry
and sweet; valuable for shipping on account of its extreme
early ripening, being fully two weeks ahead of the Peach
Plum, and almost as large. Very prolific.

Columbia. Very large; purple; round.

Damson. Small; purple.

Early Golden Drop. Small; yellow.

General Hand. Very large; yellow.

Green Gage. Small; nearly round; green.

Ickworth's Imperatrice. Medium size; purple.

Imperial Gage. Medium size; oval; greenish.

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Jefferson. Large; oval; yellow.

Kelsey Japan Plum. Fruit very large, as large as
an ordinary Peach; roundish, or inclined to be conical;
color greenish yellow, with faint red cheek; adheres
closely to the pit, which is very small; flesh firm and
juicy; it is the best keeper known. We know of no plum
that can be shipped so long a distance.

Peach Plum. Very large; reddish brown.

Quackenboss. Very large; nearly black.

Red Egg. Large; deep red.

Victoria. Beautiful; light purple color.

Washington. Large; round; pale yellow.

Yellow Egg. Very large and sweet.

PRUNES.

Price.— Extra size, 30c. each; $3.50 per dozen; $20.00
per hundred.

Bulgarian. A variety cultivated in Alameda County
under this name; above medium size; almost round; dark
purple; sweet and rich, with a pleasant acid flavor. Tree
a vigorous grower, and an early, regular, profuse bearer.
Valuable as a dried fruit.

French Prune (Petite dAgen). Well-known variety,
extensively planted for drying.

German Prune (Common Quetsche). From this vari-
ty the. dried Primes exported from Germany are made.

Golden Prune. Originated from seed of the Italian
Prune; somewhat larger than its parent, of light golden
color, exquisite flavor, and dries beautifully, the dried
fruit averaging twenty-four to the pound. It is easily
peeled, and separates readily from the stone, which is
quite small for the size of the fruit. The tree is a beau-
tiful grower, with a heavy dark green foliage, and abun-
dant bearer.

Hungarian Prune (Crosse Pruns dAgen). Very'large;
dark red; juicy and sweet.

Robe de Sargent. The celebrated Pruneau d'Argen;
fruit medium size, oval; skin deep purple.

Silver Prune Of its large size, handsome appearance
and superior flavor.

Tragedy Piune. A new Prune originated by Mr.
Kunyon, near Courtland, in Sacramento County. It
would seem to be a cross between the German Prune and
Duane's Purple. Fruit medium size, nearly as large as
the Duane Purple; looks much like it, only it is more
elongated; skin dark purple; flesh yellowish green, very
rich and sweet, frees readily from the pit. Its early
ripening (in June) makes it very valuable as a shipping
fruit.

NECTARINES.

Price.— Extra size, 30c. each; $3 00 per dozen; $20.00
per hundred.

Boston. Large; oval; yellow.
Early Nawington. Large; pale green.
Hardwicke. Large; pale green; red cheek.
New White. Large; white.
Stanwick. An English variety.

QUINCES.

Price.— Extra size, 35c. each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00
per hundred.

Apple or Orange. Large; bright yellow; abundant
bearer.

Angers. Large; yellow; late.
Portugal. Large size; orange color.

FIGS.

Price.— Extra size, 35c. each; $3.50 per dozen; $25.00
per hundred.

Black Ischia. Medium size; dark violet; very sweet
and luscious.

Brunswick (Smyrna). Very large; yellow; rich and
. excellent flavor.

California Black. Large; dark purple; very produc-
tive.

White Adriatic. This variety takes the lead of all
Figs planted in California, and has of late years proved
the most profitable Fig grown. The best dried Figs have

been produced from this variety. Tree a strong and
healthy grower; fruit above medium size; skin white and
thin; pulp red, fine, exceedingly aromatic, and changes
to an amber color when dried.

White Ischia. Small; high flavor; good; early bearer.

ALMONDS.

Price. — Extra size, 30c. each; $3.00 per dozen.

Duchess, or Paper Shell. Fruit large; shell thin.

IXL. Large kernels, soft shell; tree is a strong, up-
right grower.

King's Soft Shell. Shell very thin and soft.

Lanquedoc. Soft shell; extensively planted in Cali-
fornia.

Nonpariel. Large, full kernel, thin shell; tree of a
weeping habit, and a strong grower,

Ne Plus Ultra. Similar to above, but of different
habits of growth.

CHESTNUTS.

American Sweet Esteemed in the East for its sweet
flavor. 50c. each; $5.00 per dozen.

Japan Mammoth. Nut of immense size and good
quality; tree bears young. 50c. each; $5.00 per dozen.

Marron de Lyou. A large French variety. 50c. ea.

Marrou Combale. Not so large but more productive
than the former. 50c. each.

Spanish or Italian. A highly ornamental tree, with
excellent fruit. 40c. each; $4.00 per dozen.

FILBERTS.

Kentish Cob. Oblong and somewhat compressed, of
a brown color, kernel full and rich, a great bearer. 50c.
each; $5.00 per dozen.

Purple Leaved. An ornamental shrub as well as pro-
ductive of fruit. 50c. each; $5.00 per dozen.

Red Hazel. Medium size, shell rather thick. 50c.
each; $5.00 per dozen.

WALNUTS.

Black American. This species of Walnut is a stately
forest tiee in the East; makes a fine shade and orna-
mental tree; produces large crops of rich nuts. 40c.
each; $4.00 per dozen.

Black California. A native species valuable for its
timber. 25c. each; $2.50 per dozen.

Butternut (White Walnut). A well-known native spe-
cies. 50c. each; $5.00 per dozen.

Dwarf Prolific (Praeparturiens). This is a dwarf
growing, and very early bearing variety. 40 cts. each;
$4.00 per dozen.

English or Maderia Nut. Is a fine lofty tree and
bears crops of large and excellent nuts. 35c. each; $3.00
per dozen.

Pecan Nut. Tree beautiful, the nut is oblong and
smooth, kernel sweet and highly flavored. 50 cts. each;
$4.00 per dozen.

Santa Barbara Soft Shell. A variety originating
with Joseph Sexton, of Santa Barbara, Cal. The tree is
a vigorous grower, an early and abundant bearer; the
nut is large, the kernel white, sweet, and readily extract-
ed, the shell being easily broken. 50c. each; $4.00 per
dozen.

FOREIGN GRAPES.

Price. -One year, 10c. each; $1.00 per dozen; $4.00
per hundred.

Black Hamburg. Bunches and berries large; black,
very sugary and rich.

Black Malvoisa. Bunches large and long; good for
wine and table use.

Black Morocco. Very large, rich, sweet.

Buckland Sweetwater.

California Black. The well-known Mission Grape.
Canon Hall Musaat. Medium size, white grape,

very sweet.

Flame Tokay. A magnificent, large, red grape.
Golden Hamburg. A new variety; lurries large; white
and juicy, sweet and rich.
| Lady Downs. Black, sweet; richly flavored, very late

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Muscat Hamburg. A new variety; resembles Black
Hamburg.

Muscat of Alexandria. Bunches and berries large,
palt amber, one of the best for raisins.

Riesling. An excellent wine grape, producing Bies-
ding wine.

Rose of Peru. Very large bunches, berries rounding,
brownish black.

Sweetwater. Bunches good size; berries medium
size, round fruit.

Ziufandei. Bunches large; valuable for wine.

AMERICAN GRAPES.

This class of Grapes is useful in localities where the
more tender foreign varieties will not succeed on account
of the severe winters. They are also the best for arbors
and trellis growing.

Price. — 25c. each; S2.00per dozen.

Catawba. Medium sized bunches; berries large, cop-
pery red, sweet, foxy flavor.

Concord. Bunches large, compact ; berries large,
tround, light red, sweet, foxy flavor.

Isabella. Bunches long and loose, berries large, oval,
purple black, sweet and musky.

CURRANTS.

Well - rooted bushes,
30 cts. each; S3
per dozen.

Black Nap-
pies. Berries
large and black.

Cherry Cur-
rant. Large
red currants.

White Grape
— Bunch and
berry large,
with fine trans-
parent skin.

White Dutch. A fine
old variety, very pro-
ductive and excellent.

Fay 's Prolific. A
very valuable variety,
remarkably productive,
with very long bunches
of large, rich red col-
ored fruit. Compared
with the best, it is bet-
ter in flavor, much less
acid, and five times as
prolific. 20c. each.

Gooseberries.

Berkeley (Dwindle,
Kelsey, New French) —
Under all these names
this variety has been in-
troduced here. It has
been sufficiently tried
to determine its quali-
ties and characteristics;
it is immensely prolific,
large and handsome;
ripens early; was never
known to mildew
enough to injure the
crop; always command-
ing the highest market
price. 25c. each: 82. 00
per dozen.

Downing. Boundish
oval, skin smooth, excel-
lent flavor. 25c. each; S2.00 per dozen; SS.00 per hundred.

Houghton's Seedling. Vigorous grower, very pro-
ductive. 20c. each; 82. 00 per dozen.

Smith's Seedling. A strong grower; flesh moder-
ately Arm, sweet and good.
6

BLACKBERRIES.

Price.— SI. 00 per dozen; S3. 00 per hundred.
Crandall's Early. Fruit large.
Kittatinny. Large; glossy black, ripens early.
Lawton.

STRAWBERRY PLANTS.

Price.— S2.00 per hundred; $10.00 per thousand.

Bidwell. Very large; fair; distinctly conical, color
bright, glossy crimson; flesh firm, good quality; a valu-
able, early berry.

Captaiu Jack.

Captain Jack. Very productive; bears heavy crops
of medium size berries; succeeds best on heavy soil.

Crescent Seedling. It is immensely productive, size
medium.

Gandy. A cross between Jersey Queen and Glendale,
combining the size, beauty, high quality, firmness, vigor
and lateness of these two excellent varieties. It has per-
fect blossoms, is prolific in bearing, and in vigor and
growth has no superior. The berries are of uniform large
size, of a bright crimson color, and so firm as to keep in
good condition for several days after ripe. Altogether
it is one of the best of the new varieties.

Glendale. Very late, large and firm.

Monarch of the West. Strong grower; color bright
red.

Miner's Prolific. Large; deep crimson.

Pearl. Said to possess more points of excellence than
any other. Plants immensely strong, vigorous and pro-
ductive; berries large, symmetrical, and well colored.
§3.00 per hundred.

Sharpless.

Sharpless. A mammoth variety; deep, clear red.
Wilson's Albany. Fruit large; deep crimson.

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RASPBERRIES.

Price.— 75c. per dozen; $ 3.00 per hundred.

Davidson's Thornless, Early variety of Black Cap.
15c. each; $1.50 per dozen; $6.00 per hundred.

Doolittle's Black. A fine table fruit. 15 cents each;
$1.50 per dozen; $6.00 per hundred.

Hansell. A new variety; medium to large; bright
crimson; firm, tine flavor; canes vigorous, hardy and
productive; earliest of all.

Herstine. Large; light; bright crimson.

Mammoth Cluster. The largest Black Cap. 15 cts.
each; $1.50 per dozen; $6.00 per hundred.

Queen of the Market ( Cuthbert). Fruit large; a
bright crimson color.

Yellow Antwerp. Large; yellow.

OLIVE TREES.

Mission. Two to three feet. 35c. each; $18.00 per
hundred; $165 00 per thousand .

Mission. Three to four feet. 50c. each; $25.00 per
hundred; $220.00 per thousand.

Mission. Four to six feet. 60c. each; $40.00 per
hundred.

Mission. Pot grown, three to four feet. 75c. each;
$50.00 per hundred.

Picholine, One and one-half to two feet. 25c. each;
$8.00 per hundred; $75.00 per thousand.

Picholine. French; three to four feet. 75c. each;
$50.00 per hundred.

Foreign Varieties of Olives.

Pendulina, Rubra, Atro Violacea Oblonga.

Two to three feet. 50c. each; $40.00 per hundred.
One to two feet. 40c. each; $25.00 per hundred.

ORANGES.

Mediterranean Sweet. Its great value consists in its
being a late, prolific and continual bearer. We consider
it one of the most prolific varieties. Fruit medium size,
slightly oblong, skin thin and tougb; pulp rich color,
juicy, melting, sub-acid and vinous; frequently seedless.
One year, $1.25 each.

California Fruits and How to Grow Them.

A manual of methods which have yielded greatest
success; with lists of varieties best adapted to
the different districts of the State. By Edward
J. Wickson, A. M., Assoc. Prof. Agriculture,
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Riverside Washington Navel. Fruit first-class in
every respect; size medium to large, oval, smooth sur-
face, symmetrical in general form, seedless, pulp fine-
grained, flavor excellent. A solid, perfect fruit. Trees
all grown from San Bernardino County buds. One year
$1.25 each.

TJnshiu. The best of Japanese varieties; tree of dwarf
growth; hardy, fruit small but firm and sweet. 75c. each.

LEMONS.

Eureka. An excellent variety, originated in Southern
California; smooth and full of acid juice. We recom-
mend this variety as preferable to all others. One year,
$1.25 each.

MISCEEEANEOIS FRUITS.

Pomegranate. 50c. each.
Loquat (Japan Plum). 50c. each.
Medlar. 75c. each.

Mulberry (American and Downing's). 75c. each.

JAPANESE FERSOOIOXS.

A magnificent new fruit from Japan; tree highly orna-
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quality. We offer the following varieties imported direct-
ly from that country. 35c. each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00>
per hundred.

Among. Large, round, a little flattened, orange color.
Haycheya. Large, oblong, rich color; one of the best.
Kurokuma. Large, round, a little flattened at the
stem.

Mingi. Medium size, ripens early, and is one of the
best for drying.

Masu. Represented as a new variety> of the largest
size and finest quality.

Seedless. Very large, oblong, pointed, high colored,
and often nearly or without seeds. _

ROOTS.

Asparagus. Conover's Colossal. ^JLarge roots, $2.00
per hundred.

Hop Roots. 75c. per dozen.

Rhubarb Roots. 25c. each; $2.00 per dozen.

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Brooms on a Small or a Large Scale. Illustrated.
12mo. Cloth cover 50

Fitz's Sweet Potato Culture.

Giving full instructions from starting the plants
to harvesting the crop. With a chapter on the
Chinese Yam. By James Fitz, author of "South-
ern Apple and Peach Culture." This little work
supplies all needed information on the subject
treated, giving all the steps from sprouting to
storing the crop. Cloth, 12mo 60

French's Farm Drainage.

The Principles, Process and effects of Draining
Land with Stones, Wood, Drain-plows, Open
Ditches, and especially with tiles; including
Tables of Bainfall, Evaporations, Filtration, Ex-
cavation, Capacity of Pipes, cost and number
to the acre. With over 100 illustrations. By
Judge French, of New Hampshire. Cloth, 12mo. 1 50

Gregory on Cabages; How to Grow Them.

Paper cover 30

Gregory on Onion Raising.

Paper cover 30

Gregory on Squashes.

Paper cover 30

U-regory on Fertilizers.

Paper cover 40

Silk Culture.

By Mrs. C. E. Bamford. A Hand-book for Silk-
growers. A valuable Manual. Paper 30

Hop Culture.

Plain Directions by Ten Experienced cultiva-
tors. Illustrated. Edited by Prof. Geo. Thur-
ber. Paper cover, Svo $0 30

Henderson's Gardening for Profit.

Greatly Enlarged. The standard work on Mar-
ket and Family Gardening. The successful ex-
perience of the author for more than thirty years,
and his willingness to tell, as he does in this
work, the secret of his success for the benefit of
others, enables him to give most valuable infor-
mation. Profusely illustrated. By Peter Hen-
derson. Cloth, 12 mo 2 00

Henderson's Gardening for Pleasure.

Greatly enlarged. A guide to the amateur in
fruit, vegetable and flower garden, with full di-
rections for the greenhouse, conservatory and
window garden. It meets the wants of all classes
in country, city and village who keep a garden
for their own enjovment. Bv Peter Henderson.
Finely illustrated. Cloth, 12 mo. 2 00

Jones' Peanut Plant; Its Cultivatisn and Uses.

A Practical Book, instructing the beginner how
to raise good crops of Peanuts. ByW. B. Jones,
Surry Co., Va. Paper cover 50

Silos, Ensilage and Silage.

A practical treatise on the Ensilage of Fodder
Corn. Containing the most recent and authentic
information on this important subject. By
Manly Miles, M. D., F. K. M. S. Illustrated.
Cloth, 12mo 50

Quinn's Money in the Garden.

The author gives, in a plain, practical style, in-
structions on three distinct, although closely
connected branches of gardening — the kitchen
garden, market garden, and field culture, from
successful practical experience for a term of
years. Illustrated. Cloth, 12rr.o 150

Barry's Fruit Garden.

A standard work on Fruit and Fruit Trees; the
author having had over 30 years' practical expe-
rience at the head of one of the largest nurseries
in this country. New Edition, revised tip to
date — invaluable to all Fruit-growers. By P.
Baery. Illustrated. Cloth, 12mo 2

Table Showing Number of Plants or Trees to the Acre at Given Distances.

Distance
inches x
inches x
inches x
inches x
foot x

feet
feet
feet

2% feet
3 feet
3 feet

3 feet
3% feet

4 feet
4 feet
4 feet

4 feet
4% feet

5 feet
5 feet
5 feet
5 feet

Apart.

inches .
inches,
inches .
inches .
foot. . .
feet. . .
foot . . .
feet. . .

x 4

x 6

x 9

x 1

X 1

x 2

x 2% feet,

x 1 foot

x 2 feet,

x 3 feet

x 3% feet,

x 1 foot

x 2 feet,

x 3 feet

x 4 feet

x 4% feet

x 1 foot

x 2 feet

x 4 feet,

x 4 feet

Plants.
G96,960
392,040
174,240
77,440
43,560
19,360
21,7S0
10,890
6,960
14,520
7,260
4,840
3,555
10,890
5,445
3,630
2,722
2,151
8,712
4.356
2,904
2.17S

5%
6

9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

16%

istance Apart. No. Plants.

feet x 5 feet 1,742

5% feet 1,417

6 feet 1,210

6% feet 1,031

feet x
feet x
feet x
feet x
feet x
feet x
feet x
feet x
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet
feet

S
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

S81
6S0
537
435
S61
302
257

feet 222

feet.

feet

feet.

feet,
feet.

IS
19
20

feet x 25
feet x 30

16% feet,
feet,
feet,
feet,
feet,
feet,
feet.

193
170
160
150
134
120
10S
69
48

RULE.— Multiply the distance in feet between the rows bv the distance the plants arc apart in the rows, and the product will
be the number of square foot for each plant or hill, which, divided into the number of feet in an acre (43,660), will give the number
of plants or trees to the acre.

INDEX

PAGE

Abutilon 63

Agricultural Seeds 25

Amaryills 69

Anemones 63

Asparagus Boots 82

AzaAeas ■ 63

Australian Tree Seeds 29

Bedding Plants 68

Begonias 67

Border Plants 68

Bird Seeds 1. 27

Blackberries 81

Bone Meal Third Page of Cover

Books I 82

Bulbs I 69

Cabbage Plants Second Page of Cover

Caladiums 69

California Tree Seeds , 28

Callas See Novelties — ii

Camellias £3

Cannas See Novelties — i

Carnations 1 59

Cauliflower Plants Second .Page of Cover

Chrysanthemums 61

Clematis .1 68

Climbing Plants 68

Climbing Boses 58

Clover Seeds 23

Coleus I 68

Collections Second Page of Cover

Currants I 81

Cypress Trees 74

Dahlias 70

Decorative Plants 73

Eucalyptus Trees 74

Evergreen Trees 73

Ferns 68

Flower Seeds 33

Flowering Plants 63

Forage Plants 25

Fruit Trees 77

Fruit Tree Seeds 32

PAGE

Fuchsias - ^jj

Geraniums jjf

Gladiolus " l

Gooseberries. . » |*

Grapes ™

Grass Seeds

Heliotropes M

Herb Seeds 22

Hollyhocks

House Plants °'

Hyacinths '\

Iris. 71

Lawn Grass Seed — °

Lilies \\

Mushroom Spawn

Novelties in Bulbs See Novelties— l-xvi

Novelties in Plants See Novelties,— l-xvi

Novelties in Flower Seeds See Novelties— l-xvi

Novelties in Vegetables See Novelties— l-xyi

Palm Seeds

Palms

Pseonies

Pansies

Pelargoniums . .

Petunias

Potatoes -

Baspberries

Rhubarb Plants

Eoses %%

Shrubs

Small Fruits ° l

Strawberry Plants °*

Sugar Cane Seed |™

Teosinte

Tobacco Seed 22

Tuberoses °^

Trees, Ornamental '*>

Tree Seeds 30

Tulips • • ••••

Vegetable Plants Second Page of Cover

Vegetable Seeds 2

Quantities of Seed Required to Sow an Acre of Ground.

Lbs. to the Acre.

Alfalfa.. 20

Barley— broadcast 125 to 150

Beans, dwarf or bush— bills 40

Beans, dwarf or bush — drills 80

Beans, Tall or Poll— hills 25

Beet, Garden ; 10

Beet, Field 8

Broom Corn— drills 12

Buckwheat— broadcast 45

Cabbage, in beds, to cover au acre after transplanting H

Carrot— drills 3

Clover, Red, alone— broadcast 15

Clover, White, alone— broadcast 15

Clover, Alsike— broadcast 4 to 6

Corn, Sweet or Field— hills IS

Corn, to cut greeu for fodder— drills or broadcast 125

Cucumber — hills 2

Flax (when wanted for seed) 30

Flax (when wanted for fibrei 50

Crass, Kentucky Blue (for pasture) 30

Grass, Kentucky Blue (for lawns).'. 50 to 60

Grass, Orchard 40

Grass, English or Australian Rye (for meadow). 50

Grass, English or Australian Rve (for lawns) 75

Grass, Italian Rve 30 to 40

Grass, Red Top.? 30

Grass, Timothy 20

Grass, Mesquite '. 35

Grass, Hungarian 25

Grass, Millet.

Grass, mixture for mowing or grazing

2 to

Lbs. to the Acre.

(Clover 10

{Timothy.. 12

(Red Top 15

Hemp-broadcast 1 4 V?„*

Melon, Water— hills

Melon, Musk— hills.

Oats— broadcast

Onion. Black Seed-drills

Onion, Top Set— drills -™

Onion, Black Seed, lor bottom sets «>"

Parsnip— drills :si

Peas-drills ™2

Peas— broadcast ■ ■ ;-

Potatoes-hills 500 to 600

Pumpkin— hills *•

Radish— drills ■ *

Rve— broadcast lu "

Sa"ge— drills :f

Spinach-drills 1 "

Squash, Bush Varieties— hills *

Squash, Running Varieties— hills

Tomato— in beds to transplant ■ Va

Turnip and Rutabaga— drills J-zi

Turnip and Rutabaga— broadcast

Vetches— broadcast •°J{

W heat— broadcast ™"

Wheat— drills 10

BOXK MEAL FERTILIZER.

For Lawns, Vegetables or General Crop.

Per bag of 100 pounds, delivered at Depot or Express Office ^oq nn

Per ton of 2000 pounds, delivered at Depot 28 00

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