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MUSCARIA 
(Grape and Feathered Hyacinths). 
M. Botryoides. Grape Hyacinth. One of the prettiest of early 
spring-flowering bulbs, growing about 6 inches high and throwing 
up numerous spikes of clear blue or white flowers which resemble 
a miniature bunch of grapes. They are perfectly hardy, and when 
planted in clumps or lines are very effective. 5 or 6 bulbs in a 
4-inch pot make a pretty plant for window decoration. ; 
Blue Grape Hyacinths, 2 for 5 cts.,15 cts. per doz., $1.00 per 100 
White ‘“ Ce 3 for 10 cts., 25 cts. GO ALEYO) 7 G4 Foe 
M. Plumosus. Feathered Hyacinth. Quite distinct from the 
foregoing, bearing feathery plume-like spikes of flowers of a deep 
claret color. 3 for 10 cts., 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100. 
NERINE SARNIENSIS 
(Guernsey Lily). 
A beautiful and easily grown variety of Amaryllis, bulbs potted from 
September till November flower freely through the winter months. 
The lily-like blossoms are a brilliant crimson, and in sunlight appear 
as if sprinkled with gold-dust; decidedly one of the best winter-flowering bulbs. 16 cts. each, $1.50 per doz. 
ORNITHOGALUM ARABICUM , NEW JAPANESE 
Arabian Star of Bethlehem. TREE P4AEONIES. 
A very showy and distinct species, bearing racemes of white These are regarded as the flower queens of China, and are 
flowers with a black centre, having a sweet aromatic odor; the favorites of the upper class in Japan. To be successful in 
grows 1 to 2 feet in height, and succeeds either outdoors or in | the cultivation of Pzonies plenty of moisture and manure should 
pots. Excellent for forcing, and 
largely used by florists for this pur- 
pose. Of the easiest cultivation. 5 
cts. each, 40 cts. per doz., $3.00 per 
100. Ifwanted by mail, add 10 cts. 
per doz. for postage. 
be given to the plants. Our col- 
lection embraces twelve of the 
most distinct varieties, including the 
various shades of rose, pink, crimson, 
scarlet, white and purple. List of 
varieties and descriptions will be 
mailed on application. 
76 cts. each, $7.50 per doz. 
DOUBLE 
Herbaceous Pzonies. PAEONIA TENUI- 
FOLIA,. Fl. PI. 
The Herbaceous Pzeonies are ex- 
ceedingly hardy, and will succeed in 
any ordinary garden soil, well en- 
riched with good manure. During 
the summer months mulching will be 
beneficial to the roots, especially on 
dry soils. We offer a splendid assort- 
ment in twelve distinct varieties, em- 
bracing all the leading shapes, white, 
pink, crimson, rose, purple, etc, 
etc. 
Good, strong roots, 25 cts. each, 
$2.50 per doz. 
If wanted by mail, add 6 cts. each preety 
for postage. OUxNITHOGALUM ARABICUM. 
OXALIS. 
These are profuse bloomers, and very attractive in the greenhouse or conservatory during 
the winter. Plant 3 or 4 bulbs in a pot; the pot should be kept near the glass to prevent the 
foliage from growing too long. 
Bowiei. Brilliant rose. 3 for 10 cts., 30 cts. per doz., $2.00 per 100. 
White (IWultifiora Alba). 3 for 10 cts., 30 cts., per doz., $2.00 per 100. 
Yellow (Cernua lutea). 4 for 10 cts., 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 per 100. 
3 Yellow Double (Luzea 7. £/.). 3 for 10 cts., 35 cts. per doz., $2.75 per 100. 
Floribunda rosea. Rose-colored. 4 for 10 cts., 25 cts. per doz., $1.50 
per 100. 
Versicolor. Red, violet, and white. 4 for 10 cts., 25 cts. per doz., 
$1.50 per 100. 
Bermuda Buttercup. Greatly improved selection from Oxalis Cornua 
grown in the congenial soil and climate of Bermuda until the bulbs have 
attained great strength, producing bulbs, plants, and flowers larger and more 
luxuriant than the common variety. It is one of the finest of winter-flower- 
ing plants for pot culture, of strong, luxuriant growth; one bulb is sufficient 
for a.6 or 8-inch pot. The great profusion of bloom produced in uninter- 
rupted abundance for weeks is astonishing. The flowers are of the purest 
bright buttercup yellow. Well-grown plants have produced as high as 70 
flower stems at one time, and over 100 flower stems in one season, (See 
cut.) 3 for 10 cts., 35 cts. per doz., $2.50 per 100. 
c Mixed, containing a large number of varieties. 3 for 5 cts., 15 cts. per 
RSaniOA iiesarens Ore doz., $1.00 per 100. @S" Oxalis sent free by mail. : 
Interesting and handsome, not only 
4] on account of its rich crimson flowers | 
|} which resemble in color the Gen 
Jacqueminot Rose, but the fine fea- 
thery subdivided foliage makes it a 
handsome ornamental plant even if it 
never produced a flower. This variety 
is always scarce. 30 cts. each, $3.00 
per doz. 
