Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 85
s borders seemed out for parad,e ; >1) Gay tulips in masses, or bunched as deemed best,Were gorgeous and stately, and royally dressed. Geraniums, larkspur, and peonies bold,—The last daring sometimes the snow and the cold,—Canterbury-bells white, and likewise the blue,Were favorite flowers that… … •v Buttercups, clematis, nasturtium, sweet pea,(The last has survived for the youngsters to see)And balm, for winged callers that sought it in flocks;Sweet-william and lychnis, and pink and white phlox. Velvet dahlias and asters and cockscomb beside,And masses of hollyhocks flaming in pride;Even…
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