4553 NIGHT JESSAMINE. CESTRUM.
A Jessamine like plant that will fill a house with fragrance when their white tubular flowers open at night. Handsome green foliage. Easy to grow from seeds. Hardy. Will reach up to six ft. tall.
10 seeds $1.75

4554 ORANGE JASIMINE. MURRAEA EXOTICA.
A beautiful shrub that is easy to raise in containers and has extremely fragrant flowers that resemble those of the citrus bush. The fragrance of the flowers can be distinguished several feet away. The plant has beautiful foliage and can be raised outside in the South. Extremely hard seeds to come by.
5 seeds $1.80

4555 WINTER SWEET. CHIMONANTHUS.
An extremely fragrant deciduous shrub with pale yellow flowers stained purplish red inside. The plant flowers in the winter, filling the house with its beautiful fragrance.
$1.00 per seed.

5165 SWEET SHADE. CALYCANTHUS FLORIDUS.
A fast growing shrub with very fragrant reddish brown flowers. The bark of the plant can be used as cinnamon substitute. The bark has been used as a cinnamon substitute.
5 seeds $1.95

4503 COFFEE PLANT. COFFEA ARABICA.
The world's most important trade crop also makes a wonderful house plant. The plants have dark shiny-green leaves and white fragrant flowers. A very ornamental plant. Very unique.
5 seeds $2.00

4509 WEEPING FICUS. FICUS BENJAMINA.
One of the most recognizable house plants grown today. Very economical and easy to grow from seed and easy to care for. A fast growing plant that can become a centerpiece.
12 seeds $1.95

4598 MONKEY POD RAIN TREE. SAMANEA SAMAN
Few people realize that this magnificent Rain Forest tree can be raised inside in containers. Its name comes from the fact that when it rains, the fern like foliage closes up to let the rain pass through. Bears beautiful glowing pink flowers followed by attractive green and black pods that contain a sweet pulp that is eaten by monkeys in its jungle habitat. Very easy to raise from seeds.
5 seeds $3.00

4512 RUBBER TREE PLANT. FICUS DECORA.
Another popular member of the Ficus family. Although rather expensive to purchase as plants from nurseries, it can be raised for pennies each from seed.
12 seeds $1.95

5111 SENSITIVE PLANT. MIMOSA.
A small shrub that has pale green pinnate leaves that retract when touched, the stalks bending at the same time; after half an hour, if not further disturbed, the leaves resume their normal position. The global flower heads are pink and feathery.
10 seeds $1.45

4521 PERUVIAN LILY. ALSTROEMERIA.
Showy South American flowers that produce abundant red, yellow or purple flowers that are often strikingly spotted or streaked. A collector's plant. Can be grown outside in South.
4 seeds $1.95

4535 ASPARAGUS FERN. SPRENGERI.
A charming plant with long, delicate, graceful fronds. An excellent houseplant that withstands abuse. Tiny white flowers with red fruit. Excellent for hanging baskets.
10 seeds $1.95

4513 PEEPUL FIG. FICUS RELIGOSA.
A beautiful house plant that will produce edible figs, however they are mostly limited to making preserves. Lovely green foliage on a twisting, spiraling stalk. Fast growing.
12 seeds $1.95

4558 PINK ROCKROSE. CISTUS.
Densely branched evergreen shrub 1-5 ft. high. Flowers pink to rosy purple, prolific. An attractive lower plant for large container plants. A easy plant to start from seeds. Hardy to 10 degrees.
25 seeds $1.95

NASA has conducted tests that prove the following type of plants can significantly reduce the amount of indoor pollution in your home. They trap and filter out harmful chemical agents and smoke particles. Even the air in a new home in the country can be polluted from the chemical vapors released from the carpet, plywood and other construction materials.

1102 BLUE LILY OF THE NILE. AGAPTHANUS
Showy perennial plant with flowers the shape of large globes and a beautiful hue of blue. The foliage is large, dark green leaves resembling day lilies. 24" high.
25 seeds $1.95

1105 CABBAGE TREE PALM. CORDYLINE AUSTRAILIS.
A must for every house plant collection. The Cabbage Tree Palm makes a beautiful container plant that is easy to care for. Its long slender grass fingers make for a perfect false palm. It is fast growing and tolerates abuse and low light. It is low maintenance and long lived.
20 seeds $1.95

1107 FLOWERING BANANA. MUSA.
A compact banana plant for indoors that only grows to about 3 ft. Attractive flowers are followed by small banana fruit. The seeds are slow to germinate but well worth the wait. Makes a great gift!.
5 seeds $3.00

5137 RADERMACHERA.
A perfect houseplant. It tolerates the dry air of central heat well, and does not require direct sunlight. A decorative shrub with large compound leaves. Takes little time to raise from seed.
15 seeds $1.95

5147 SCHEFFLERA. (OCTOPUS PLANT, UMBRELLA PLANT).
One of the most common shrubs used for house plants because of its easy to care for habits. We offer a compact variety, not as prone to spreading.
15 seeds $1.95

1108 SELLOUM PHILODENDRON.
This has magnificent foliage with deeply lobed leaves up to 20 inches long and 28 inches wide. Does well in partial shade and is a good container plant. Eventually forms palm-like trunk.
15 seeds $1.95

1109 BIRD OF PARADISE. STRELITZIA.
One of the most attractive of all tropical plants. It comes from S Africa. The flowers take shape of a most peculiar form, resembling birds in flight. Grows to a height of about 3 ft.
5 seeds $1.95

1121 RED SILK COTTON TREE. BOMBAX MALABARICUM.
A very showy plant that can be grown in containers. The slender stemmed plant bears large scarlet red cup shaped flowers up to 4" across followed by 6" long fruits filled with silky fibers used to stuff pillows.
2 seeds $1.80

1126 TREE FERN. VIRGATUS
A relative of the Asparagus fern, this plant grows more like a bush with many graceful fronds. An excellent compliment plant for a ficus.
10 seeds $1.95

1135 CONFEDERATE ROSE. HIBISCUS MUTABILIS.
A small flowering tree well suited for container raising. Has 6" lobed leaves and 4" flowers which open white or white-pink. Hardy to about 10 degrees.
5 seeds $1.95

1139 MEXICAN BREADFRUIT. MONSTERA.
A large species also known as Philodendron pertusum. The glossy leaves are extremely decorative, up to 3 ft. long and 2 ft. wide. The mature plant produces spiky flowers enclosed in a creme colored spathe, followed by an edible fruit that smells like a pineapple.
$0.70 per seed

1143 SEAGRAPES. COCCOLOBA UVILFERA.
A plant for the lover of rarities. It will grow in the house, conservatory or outside in warm climates. Has huge, stiff olive-green leaves with red veins that turn cream colored with age. Bears fragrant white flowers followed by red grape-like fruits. Grow in a large tub and given lots of light.
5 seeds $1.95

1151 ERECT PALM LILY. CORDYLINE.
An elegant palm like plant of 3-8 ft. with closely set narrow 1-2 ft. leaves from upright, rigid stems. Pale blue lilac flowers. Makes a perfect false palm plant for hallways, patios.
20 seeds $1.95

1154 ELEPHANT EAR PHILODENDRON. BIPINNATIFDUM.
A non-climbing species which may grow to a height of 3 ft. Leaves are about 16 inches long and wide and deeply incised with the familiar Philodendron look.
10 seeds $1.95

1157 TRUE MYRTLE. MYRTUS.
Evergreen shrub that grows to 3 ft. Leaves are small, pointed and bright green, when rubbed give off a pleasant scent. The 1inch wide flowers are also very fragrant. Easy to grow inside.
20 seeds $1.95

1160 SILK TREE. ALBIZIA JULIBRISSIN.
From Iran. A beautiful tree when raised outside, this tree also makes a wonderful tub plant. Has graceful, feathery foliage and pink, yellow or white plume like flowers. The leaves are aromatic and used in Chinese cooking. Hardy outside to New England. The leaflets fold up at night.
20 seeds $1.95

1164 GOLDEN MIMOSA. ACACIA BAILEYANA.
Australia. Small graceful tree well adapted to growing inside. Has such a profusion of beautiful flowers that they seem to cover the entire plant. Cold hardy to 18 degrees outside.
20 seeds $1.95

1175 NORFOLK ISLAND PINE. ARAUCARIA.
Well known house plant shrub that is easy to care for. It can be raised outside in temperate areas and can reach a height of 60 ft. or more. Inside, it is easy to care for and adds a touch of nature to the home. Fresh seeds available in July, place your order now.
$0.75 per seed

2261. STRAWBERRY GUAVA. PSIDIUM.
Can be grown indoors in containers or as a tree outdoors to 25 ft. The fruits are very versatile. Makes great juice, jelly, mousse, Guava butter and Guava pudding.
20 seeds $1.95

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