Dreer’s Superb 
Summer-Flowering Bulbs 
The summer-flowering Bulbs represent a distinct class of plants which has a great 
appeal to many gardeners because with them good results are obtained easily and quickly 
whether they are grown outdoors in the garden or in pots indoors. 
The latter of course must not be allowed 
This year we are able to offer the hardy 
Amaryllis Halli for which we have received many inquiries during recent years. We also 
wish to bring to your attention particularly our list of Dahlias and Gladioli as these 
contain the finest and newest varieties besides the old favorites of outstanding merit. 
“Dreer’s Hints on the Growing of Bulbs” gives full cultural directions. 
we have hardy, half-hardy, and tender bulbs. 
to remain outdoors during the winter time. 
sent free if requested on your order. 
Achimenes 
This is closely related to the Gloxinia and it will grow best under 
similar cultivation. See cultural notes on Gloxinia in our book 
“‘Dreer’s Hints on the Growing of Bulbs’’ which will be sent free if 
requested on your order for bulbs. For best effect the small 
rhizomes should be planted 3 or more to a pot. Blooms in 10 weeks. 
Dainty Queen. Large, pure white flowers with pink eye. 
Galatea. Lovely large blooms of a rich deep lavender. 
Magnifica. The flowers are a charming violet blue. 
Purity. This white flowered variety has many friends. 
Purple King. A good rich shade of purple. 
Supreme. Lavender, somewhat lighter in the center. 
s Any of the above: 25c each. 
Set of the 6, one each, for $1.25. 
Amaryllis, Dreer’s 
Giant American 
Hybrid 
Amaryllis—Hippeastrum 
There is nothing that 
will give the amateur grower more pleasure than to raise these 
giant-flowering Amaryllis because they are so easy to grow in 
Dreer’s Giant American Hybrids. 
the house. The strain we offer is extra fine, throwing vigorous 
flower stems set with 4 to 6 gigantic perfect blooms in a wide 
range of beautiful colors. They are offered in mixture only. 
60c each; $6.00 per doz. 
Belladonna. Beautiful silvery white flowers turning to soft 
rose as they age. This variety is perfectly hardy when planted 
in a well drained situation. It prefers a rich sandy loam. 
Protect 2 to 3 inches deep with leaves during the winter months, 
35c each. 
Halli (Lycoris Squamigera). This scarce hardy Amaryllis always 
is greatly admired. The foliage starts in the spring but disap- 
pears in July. Soon after, however, the large flower spikes set 
with fragrant pink blooms make their appearance. Strong bulbs 
$1.00 each; $10.00 per doz. 
Bulbs by Mail. A 
Bulbs offered in this catalog 
are sent ‘‘Not Prepaid”’ unless 
you add to your remittance 
10% (15% west of the Mis- 
Under this heading 
sissippi) of the catalog price 
to cover postage and special 
packing. Minimum charge 
10 cents. 
Price 25c or 
Amorphophallus—Devil’s Tongue © 
Rivieri. A curious and interesting plant producing from the 
dry bulb during the late winter or early spring a thick tall 
stem crowned with a large Calla-like flower of a purplish crim- 
son color, Usually planted in the garden after flowering where 
the large, massive foliage of tropical appearance gives an attrac- 
tive display. It may be planted in the mixed border where it 
should have a warm sunny position and rich soil. Not hardy. 
Strong bulbs $1.00 each. 
Dormant bulbs 
are shipped as 
| soon after receipt 
) of order as pos- 
sible unless oth- 
| erwise specified 
on the 
sheet. 
order 
Hardy Begonia Evansiana 
Hardy Tuberous-Rooted BegoniaA © 
Evansiana 
A handsome and distinct species from Java growing from 2 to 
23 feet high. Has large, dark green foliage and produces large, 
showy pink flowers in the greatest profusion during September 
and October. Very desirable for planting in front of shrubbery 
borders or in any semi-shaded situation. A few leaves for pro- 
tection during the winter months are advisable in this section. 
Strong bulbs, 35c each; $3.50 per doz. 3 inch growing plants, 
ready May 10th, 25c each; $2.50 per doz. 
Many of our customers will be particularly interested in the 
12 New and Rare Dahlias offered on page 154. For new and 
rare Gladiolus see page 158. We also have added such old 
favorites as the hardy Amaryllis varieties Halli and Bella- 
donna and Vallota purpurea. Furthermore you will find the 
finest and most perfect Tuberous Rooted Begonias on page 
153. Do not overlook the new Giant Montbretias on page 
162 as they are really outstanding. 
Henry A. Dreer, 1306 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 
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