BULBS FOR GROWING INDOORS 



DAFFODILS 



Ready For Shipment in September 



Have beautitul, fragrant llowcrs in thu house from Thanks- 

 giving to Easter by starting bowls of Narcissus bulbs every three 

 weeks from October 1 until l\larch 1. Culture is easy. Fiber, soil or 

 pebbles may be used to hold the bulbs upright in water. After bulbs 

 are set, they should be placed in a cool, dark place until growth starts 

 — about three weeks. They are then given space in a sunny window. 

 For holding bulbs from time of arrival, the ideal temperature is 

 40 to SO degrees. 



CHINESE SACRED {Narcissus polyanthus urientalis). A less 

 common Narcissus for indoor growing, having the form of Grand 

 Soleil d'Or with white perianth and golden yellow cup. 



$1.50 for 10, $3.25 for 25, $11.50 per 100 



GRAND SOLEIL D'OR. A colorful variety to brighten winter 

 wintlows. Yellow with bright orange cups. 



$1.50 for 10, $3.25 for 25, $11.50 per 100 



NARCISSUS, PAPER-WHITE GRANDIFLORA 



PAPER-WHITE GRANDIFLORA. The most popular 

 Narcissus for forcing in water. I-requently 30 flowers are 

 developed from a single bulb. Foliage is dark green and 

 decorative. 



First size: $1.25 for 10, $2.65 for 25, $8.75 per 100 

 Mammoth: $1.40 for 10, $2.85 for 25, $9.50 per 100 



NARCISSUS 

 GRAND SOLEIL D'OR 



MATERIALS FOR 



GROWING BULBS INDOORS 



BULB FIBRE. Pulverized peat moss, ground oyster shells and granulated charcoal in just 

 the right proportions for successful bulb growing. Instructions on all containers. 



Qt. 15c, 25c prepaid parcel post 



PEARL CHIPS. To cover the top of pebbles in bulb bowls, to make them more attractive. 

 White. Lb. 15c, 25c prepaid parcel post; 5 lbs. 70c, $1.00 prepaid parcel post. 

 Colored. Lb. 20c, 30c prepaid parcel post; 5 lbs. 90c., $1.20 prepaid parcel post. 



GROW EXHIBITION HYACINTHS IN GLASSES 



A culture long used for growing fine quality Hyacinths indoors with little care. Fine 

 quality Glasses, delivered postpaid. 



Clear. 50c each, $1.25 for 3, $2.25 for 6. 



Tangerine or Sapphire. 75c each, $2.00 for 3, $3.75 for 6. 



Directions: Exhibition bulbs listed on page 12 should be used. Bulbs should be kept in a 

 cool dry place at 50 to 60 degrees until started — December 1 or later. After placing the bulbs 

 in the tops of glasses, fill with water to the base. Glasses should then be placed in a cool dark 

 closet or cellar at a temperature not over 50 degrees until top growth is 4 inches above the 

 bulb — usually about 8 weeks. They are then moved to a north window, more water being 

 added if necessary. Water should never be completely changed. Temperature should not 

 exceed 70 degrees, and bulbs should be kept out of direct sunlight. 



HYACINTH IN GLASS 



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PETER HENDERSON—STUMPP & WALTER CO. 



