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Dreer's /\utumn Catalogue, 1895. 



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LILIES. 



Lilium Harrisii. 



The varieties of this favorite flower which we offer are truly magnificent in color, 

 form and size. They are all hardy, and the bulbs can be planted either in the 

 autumn or spring, although autumn is preferable; Candidum, Harrisii and Longi- 

 florum must be planted in the autumn, as they then commence growing ; a covering 

 of manure will be found beneficial, but must be removed very early in spring, to pre- 

 vent too rapid growth. The ground should be thoroughly drained. For pot culture 

 we recommend Auratum, Candidum, Harrisii, Longifiorum and the Speciosum 

 varieties. 



LILIUM HARRISII. 



i Bermuda Easter Lily.) 



This magnificent Lily is undoubtedly the best for winter forcing, as it comes 

 quickly into bloom and produces flowers in the greatest abundance. The flowers 

 are trumpet-shaped, pure white, gracefully formed and delightfully fragrant, and if 

 cut when partly opened, will last in perfection for 10 days or two weeks. The bulbs 

 should be potted in early fall in rich soil, and the pots plunged in sand, where they 

 should be allowed to remain until the approach of cold weather. The aim should be 

 to prevent the tops starting until the roots have become strong and vigorous, when 

 they may be brought in and placed in gentle heat. It can be forced into bloom at 

 any desired time, and the freedom with which the flowers are produced is truly 

 remarkable ; even the smallest bulbs will bloom. For outdoor planting it is very 

 desirable, as it is hardy with slight protection, easy of culture, and one of the finest 

 plants for garden or cemetery decoration. 



Each Perdoz. ico 

 Selected Mammoth bulbs, n to 13 inches in circumference ... $0 50 85 co 



Extra size bulbs, 9 to 11 inches in circumference 25 2 50 815 00 



First " " 7 " 9 " " " 15 1 25 8 00 



Second " " 5 " 7 " " 10 75 5 00 



LILIUM AURATUM. 



Of all the Lily tribe, this is undoubtedly one of the finest, whether we 

 regard its size, its sweetness, or its exquisite arrangement of color. Its large 

 and graceful flowers are composed of six petals of a delicate ivory white color, 

 thickly studded with chocolate crimson spots, and striped through the center 

 a golden yellow. From 6 to 20 flowers are produced on a stem, and, as the 

 bulbs acquire age and strength, the flowers increase in size and number. It 

 is perfectly hardy, and thrives best in a moderately dry, rich loam where the 

 water does not lie in winter. Good drainage is necessary to the successful 

 growing of this Lily. Plant 6 inches deep, and cover lightly during winter. 



Culture in Pots. — When grown in pots, the best soil is sandy peat, but they will flower finely in a light, rich mixture. 

 It is advisable to begin with the smallest size pot in which the bulbs can be placed, and to shift into larger and larger pots as 

 the plant progresses, and until the flower buds appear, when, of course, no further shifting should be done. A cool tempera- 

 ture suits it best, and ths plants should be liberallv watered during the period of growth and flowering. 



Each Doz. 100 



Extra large bulbs, 11 to 13 inches in circumference j'o 25 $2^50 $1200 



First size " 9 " 11 " " " 20 2 00 10 00 



Second " " 7 " 9 " " 15 1 50 8 00 



LILIUM CANDIDUM. 



This is one of the best known and most popular of garden Lilies. The flowers are pure snow white and very fragrant, 

 borne on long stems, and often exceed in number 25 to each bulb. It is also a valuable variety for forcing, being largely used 

 by the florists for this purpose. Large bulbs, 10 cts. each, Si per doz., $5 per 100. 



LILIUM LONGIFLORUM. (Bermuda-grown.) 

 This well-known beautiful variety is also widely used for forcing for 

 the Easter holidays. Its flowers have more substance and last longer in 

 bloom than the Bermuda Lily. It is quite hardy and beautiful in the open 

 ground, blooming in June and July. Flowers snow white, trumpet-shaped, 

 and very fragrant. 10 cts. each, Si per doz., $5 per 100; extra large bulbs, 

 t.t cts. each, 61.75 per doz., 810 per 100. 



Lilium Longifolium Eximium. A Japanese variety, said to be an 

 improvement on Longifiorum. 10 cts. each, Si per doz., S4 per 100: 

 extra large bulbs, 20 cts. each, $2 per doz., §8 per 100. 



LILIUM SPECIOSUM. (LancifoHum,, 



The varieties of Lilium Speciosum comprise the most important group 

 of any one species. They are of easy growth, and can always be relied 

 upon to give satisfaction to the buyer. The flowers are very beautiful, 

 showy and distinct, and exquisitely fragrant. Magnificent" as border 

 plants, they are also excellent for pot culture. 

 Speciosum album. Large white flowers of great substance, with a 



greenish band running through the center of each petal ; very fine. 



25 cts. each, $2 50 per doz. 

 S. Rubrum. White, heavily spotted with rich crimson spots. 20c. each, 



S2 per doz., 812 per 100. 

 S. Rosenm. White shaded and spotted with rose. 20c. each, S2 per doz. 

 S. Melpomene. Very large flowers, rich blood-crimson, heavily spotted. 



25 cts. each, $2. 50 per doz. 



J^Speci^l prices on quantities of 500 or 1000, bulbs for planting: in parks 

 or large estates. 



Lilium Sp 



With the exception of Candidum, Harrisii and Long-iflorum (which are ready for immediate delivery), Lilies are not in 

 shipping: condition till last of October or November. We send Lilies postpaid when ordered at the single price. 



