Royal. An earlier form of the branching aster. We consider this the most important in the whole list for the commercial grower. Almost absolutely non lateral, stem of great length and flower of exquisite form and large size-Coming into bloom with the last of the Queen of the Market it is a most important factor in the cut flower market, both under glass and outside. It runs to about six stems, sparse, and can betplanted closely. Our stock of this is of exceptional quality and for profit or for

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... he private garden we recommend it very highly. White, Shell-Pink, Lavender-Pink, Lavender, Purple. Pkt. 10c; -fa oz. 25c; % oz. 50c; 14 oz. 85c. All aster seed offered is grown on our own grounds Tivo RALPH E. HUNTINGTON, Painssville, Ohio ASTERS-Continued Queen of the Market. We offer in this most important early aster, strains of our own growing. This we have selected with great care from superb stock plants and we can recommend 't very highly. White, Crimson, Light Blue, Shell Pink, Light Rose, Dark Blue, and Light Shades mixed. Pkt. 10c; % oz. 25c, % oz. 45c, % oz. 75c, 1 oz. $ 1 . 00 . Snowdrift. The very best early white comet. A few days later than Early Hohenzollern. An upright and compact grower, large flower and long stem. Our stock of this is extra fine-Pkt. 10c; is oz. 35c; Vg oz. 65c; 14 oz. $1.20; V2 oz. $1.75; 1 oz. $2.50. Snowdrift-Pink. This aster was named by our employes who thus designated it when under number on account of its color and origination from Snowdrift. In flower, plant, stem, and growth generally, this is without doubt the largest and strongest upright comet aster in cultivation. The enormous flowers are very well filled and after standing three weeks in bloom the majority of the centres will be well covered. Bright clean rose pink. Pkt. 15c; 1-32 oz. 25c; tb oz. 40c; Vs oz. 70c; !4 oz. 95c; V2 oz. $1.50; 1 oz. $2.50. Lavender Gem. A fine, upright comet aster, good size, long stem, never comes yellow centred. The earliest true lavender. Our block of this was wonderfully fine this season. Pkt. 10c; 1-32 oz. 30c; is oz. 55c; Vg oz. 75c; 14 oz. $1-00; V2 oz. $1.65; 1 oz. $2.25. Pacific Beauty. Originated in Oregon, fine flower of dark azure, comet type, well covered centre. We found it quite liable to dwarf. No better than Mikado or Cregd Lavender. A oz. 25c; Vs oz. 45c; !i oz. 75c; V2 oz. $1.25; 1 oz. $2.00. Triumph Comet. With us this magnificent aster has shown fully equal in size, and superior in form to the much advertised "Astermum" and in addition the colors are much more delicate and desirable. Well rounded flowers, high centered, good stems and free blooming, coming on directly after Lavender Gem and Snowdrift. This variety should make a reputation as a market sort. It is strictly upright, very compact, and can be planted closely. Colors, White, Azure. Rose. Shell Pink. Pkt. 15c; is oz. 25c; Vg oz. 40c; !4 oz. 75c; V2 oz. $1-35; 1 oz. $2.50. Vick's Mikado. The finest of the midseason comet asters, very vigorous and free, the immense feathery flowers reaching under fair cultivation as large as 6% inches in diameter. This aster receives special attention here and we offer an exceptional grade of seed. White, Rose, Lavender-Pink, Lavender, Purple; Pkt. 10c; fg oz. 25c; Vg oz. 40c; !4 oz. 75c; V2 oz. $1-25; 1 oz. $ 2 . 00 . Mikado Pink. Non Lateral. For those who want an extra strain of Mikado Pink, this strain is ideal. Not as free as the grade above, but the whole strength of the plant is thrown to six or eight immense flowers. Pkt. 15c; trade pkt. 25c-Shell Pink Mikado . Identical with Mikado, pure shell pink in color, a fine grower. Pkt. 15c; trade pkt. 25c. Perfection. A distinct race of upright asters. Flower of branching type, but very strongly whorled. making the centre very well covered, so well that it is almost impossible to grow this aster with yellow centre. Flower large, stems long, plant very robust. The full double form of the flower makes a very shy production of seed, hence the following rather high prices-Two colors, White, Lavender. Pkt. 15c; trade pkt. 25c. Giant Purity. Distinct in form, flower well rounded and very solid. Of vigorous growth, upright, compact, and very free. Better for making up than Early Branching, in bloom at same time. Pkt. 10c; iV oz. 25c; Vs oz. 40c; 14 oz. 75c; V2 oz. $1.40; 1 oz. $2.25-TRIUMPH COMET Those who like upright asters should grow Triumph Comet. Three ASTERS-Continued Daybreak. Identical in form and growth with Purity. Color true Daybreak Pink. Same price as Purity. Giant Comet (Bodgers Giant Branching). This aster is so far superior to the common type of Giant Comet that we have discarded the latter entirely-A true giant in growth, branching in form of plant, stems of great length, flower beautifully formed and curled to the centre. We recommend this very highly, both for market and garden lightening toward the tips. Form of true King type. Pkt. 20c; tr. pkt. 35c. White King. True King type, immense white flowers, very easy grower. Pkt. 10c; 1-32 oz. 25c; Ae oz. 40c; % oz. 75c; % oz. 95c; Vz oz. $1-50; 1 oz. $2.50. Shell Pink King. True King type, upright, light shell pink. Packets only, 15c. Crimson King-Brightest crimson, a fine bedding sort. Packets only, 15c. use. Quite late to bloom, comes with the last of the late branching. White, Shrimp-Pink, Light Pink, Lavender, Dark Blue, Crimson. Pkt-10c; 1-32 oz. 25c; fg oz. 40c; % oz. 75c; 14 oz. 95c; Vz oz. $1-50; 1 oz. $2.50. Lavender King. Tall, upright grower, flowers very double, pleasing shade of lavender ENCHANTRESS PINK Late Branching. A splendid strain of a well-known aster. Lavender-pink, White, Pink, Lavender, Rose, Crimson, Purple, Dark Violet, Light Blue. Pkt. 10c; Vs oz-20c; !4 oz. 35c; Vz oz. 65c; 1 oz. $1. Late Branch in g Peach Blossom. Peachblossom pink, slightly deeper in color than Lavender-pink, flower of more rounded form-Pkt. 10c; tr. pkt. 20c. Enchantress Pink. Very vigorous grower, upright in habit, flower large, color soft, delicate pink, stands very well both as a shipping and bedding aster. Pkt. 15c; 1-32 oz. 30c; it oz. 45c; % oz. 75c; % oz. $1.25; Vz oz. $2-25. Violet King. Rich, light violet in color. Very large and vigorous, spiky, quilled flowers of immense size on long stout stems. Very late splendid shipper. Pkt. 10c; it oz. 25c; Vs oz. 40c; !4 oz. 75c; Vz oz. $1.25; 1 oz. $2.50. Rose King. Identical with Violet King, color rich rose. Same price-Pink King. The most beautiful of this type, color a dainty blending of lavender, pink and white. For making up this aster is without a rival. Pkt. 15c; 1-32 oz. 25c; * oz. 40c; Vs oz. 60c; % oz. $1.00; Vz oz, $1.75; 1 oz. $3.00. We think Aster, Crimson King, a better shade than Sensation Four RALPH E. HUNTINGTON, Painesville, Ohio ASTERS-Continued HUNTINGTON'S SUPERDA Huntington's Superba. A giant branching comet aster, of same habit as Mikado Pink, but much larger, blooming with late branching. Immense size, perfect form, long stems. The finest white comet aster, supeiior to Crego, Gt. Hohenzollern, or Mikado. Pkt. 15c; 1-32 oz. 30c; * oz. 45c; Vs oz. 75c; !4 oz. $1.25; y2 oz. $2.00. Peerless Pink. The finest of the late branching in its color, rich shell pink, flower of finest possible form. German Ray Aster. Branching type, large flowering, fine, needle shaped florets, very beautiful and interesting. Azure blue or delicate rose. Pkt. 15c; tr. pkt. 25c. Dwarf Bouquet. Boltze mixed, 8 to 10 inches, extra double, bright colors only. Fine for borders or pots. Pkt-15c; trade pkt. 25c. Peony Perfection. Upright, densely double and free, incurved. Violet and white, crimson and white, Sulphur-yellow. Pkt. 15c; trade pkt. 25c. Hohenzollern-Much similar to Crego, taller and larger flower, Silvery Lilac, or Deep Lavender. Pkt. 15c; trade pkt. 25c. Customers write us that "Superba" is the largest aster they ever saw. Six