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Elliott’s Superb Tuberous Rooted Begonias 
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No class of plants of equal decorative value can be grown with less labor and attention than the Begonia. Plant about May 
15th, and you will have a mass of beautiful foliage set off with unsurpassed sprays of immense flowers, measuring from 4 to 7 inches 
across. The shapely glistening leaves gracefully droop to the ground and form a dense oval pyramid, while this is crowned with an 
unbroken mass of flowers endlessin color—from the warm rich scarlet, soft rose, golden yellow, pure white, etc.—making a most 
surprising sight to any one not familiar with them. The plants are covered with bloom the entire season. When the foliage dies 
down in September or October, they should be set away in a warm, dry place to remain until planting time the following Spring. 
Our strain of both double and single issuperb, and must not be judged by ordinary bulbs. Those who plant our Begonia bulbs will 
be astonished at the great size and brilliancy of the flowers. 
Single White. Single Yellow. 
Single Pink. Single Dark Crimson. 
Price of above, 15 cents each; $1.50 per dozen; $10 per 100. 
Single Mixed, all colors, a magnificent strain, 10 cents each; $1.00 per dozen: $9.00 per 100. 
Single Scarlet. 
Single Orange. 
Double Mixed, all colors, a magnificent strain of finest large flowered double sorts. ‘They are perfectly magnificent. 35 cents 
each; $3.50 per dozen. 
AMARYLLIS. 
Equestre. <A very showy and scarce variety. Flowers distinct, 
soft brilliant orange scarlet, with clear white throat, very 
showy. 25 cents to $1.00 each. 
Johnsoni. Crimson flowers, striped white. Large bulbs, 75 
cents each; medium, 50 cents each. 
Vittata. Finest mixed. 50 cents each. 
Atamasco Rosea. Beautiful flowers of a soft rosy pink, 
gradually growing whiter, until they are a pure white, tinged 
or blushed with rose. 20 cents each; $1.50 per dozen. 
Aulica Platypetala. The most handsome of all Amaryllis. 
Brilliant scarlet. $1.00 to $5.00 each. 
Graveana. Orange-red and white. 50 cents each. 
CALLAS. ' 
Dwarf Calla. Little Gem. 
Originated in the Guernsey Islands, off the Coast of England. 
This variety isin appearance a true miniature specimen of the 
old Calla, and when in flower a perfect specimen plant, 8 inches 
high, with full developed foliage, presents a striking appearance. 
We know of no plant which will be so readily and universally 
recognized as unique. A well grown plant cannot fail to attract 
the admiration of every flower-lover in your neighborhood. 
Remember, this is not the old Calla Nana. Price, each, 20 cents; 
dozen, $2.00 postpaid. 
Calla Lily. (Richardia Ethiopica.) One of best known plants 
and of easy management. 20 cents each; $2.00 per dozen. 
Larger plants, 25 to 50 cents each. 
The Spotted Calla. (Richardia Alba Maculata.) The leaves 
of this beautiful Calla are deep green, with numerous white 
spots, which give the plant a fine appearance. The flowers 
are pure white, witha black centre. 15 cents each; $1.50 per 
ozen. 
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM. 
This is one one of the most beautiful and striking of the orna- 
mental foliaged plants, either for culture in large pots or tubs, 
or for planting on the lawn, or masses in beds, or for margins of 
water. it will grow in any garden soil, and is of the easiest cul- 
ture. Medium size, 15 cents each; $1.50 per dozen. Large, 20 
cents each; $2.00 per dozen; $12.00 per 100. Extra large, 25 
cents each. 
DAHLIAS. 
Our Dahlias are from the finest collection in the country. A 
complete range ot color is always included in an assorted dozen. 
DRY ROOTS BY EXPRESS.—READY NOW. 
Per doz. 
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TUBEROSES. 
In this latitude May 1st is ample time to plant in the open 
ground, but the bulbs can be started in pots much earlier if 
desired. Selecta warm soilandasunny spot. The soil should 
be rich, but no special preparation is necessary. Place the bulb 
so the top will be covered about one inch with soil. 
Excelsior Pearl. Extra fine large flowering bulbs. 6 cents 
each ; 50 cents per dozen; $2.50 per 100. 
Tall Double. Largest size. 5cents each; 40 cents per dozen; 
$2.00 per 100. 
Variegated. Leaves bordered with white; flowers single, very 
large and fragrant; blooms several weeks earlier than the 
double sorts.: 10 cents each; $1.00 per dozen. 
(Ten cents extra per dozen for Tuberoses when sent by mail.) 
