Bulbs for Indoor Culture* 



The Bulbs offered on pages i6 to 22 inclusive are specially desirable for indoor culture, and are not suitable for planting 

 in open ground until all danger of frost is past, except where noted in descriptions. 



California 

 Honeysuckle. 



Our illustration is the 

 best description of this 

 remarkable flower. This 

 variety was found in the 

 mountains of California, 

 hence its popular name. 

 It is entirely suitable for 

 growing in pots in the 

 house in manner shown, 

 and requires no special 

 culture. The flowers are 

 a beautiful rose color, 

 and are borne in dense 

 numbers, a single bulb 

 producing 15 to 30 um- 

 bels ; the twining scape 

 isoften over 10 feet long, 

 and does best when 

 twined in and about as 

 shown in picture. A re- 

 markable novelty. 15 

 cts. each ; 2 for 25 cts.; 

 extra-large bulbs, 20 cts. 

 each ; 3 for 50 cts. 



Allium 

 Neapolitanum. 



This beautiful variety 

 gives the greatest satis- 

 faction, both for growing 

 in pots and boxes in the 

 "1-"I'""*;?L/rrill rVI[^ house, or planted in the 



fl/ffi^^^^^&- ^P""S flowers. It is, 

 ^ ' ~ however, specially valu- 



able for Winter blooming, being sure to flower splendidly in 

 any window. The large clusters of delicate white flowers 

 have a distinct beauty of their own ; they remain perfect for 

 weeks, and for floral work are unsurpassed. Plant three to 

 five bulbs in a five-inch pot or box and you will have a lovely 

 display. 2 for 5 cts.; 5 for 10 cts.; 12 for 15 cts.; ^i per 100. 



Allium Pendulinum. — A grand variety ; one bulb will 

 produce as many as nine spikes with five to ten white bell- 

 shaped pendulous flowers. Each petal having a well defined 

 green stripe down the centre. Unusually good ; sure to grow. 

 2 for 5 cts.; 5 for 10 cts.; 12 for 20 cts. 



Allium Moly. — This pretty gem should be better known ; 

 in fine contrast to the above-named sorts ; a profusion of 

 flowers of clear golden yellow. 2 for 5 cts.; 5 for 10 cts.; 12 

 for 20 cts. 



Allium neapolitanum. 



Arum Sanctum. 



THE TRUE BLACK CALLA OR SOLOMON'S LILY. 



A native of the Holy Land, and truly a magnificent and 

 stately plant, very desirable for indoor culture. The flowers 

 of this rare bulb are sweet-scented and often measure more 

 than a foot in length by 5 to 8 inches in width ; the inside 

 color is of the richest velvety purplish black, while the outside 

 is a pleasing green. The 

 centre spadix rises to the 

 height of 10 to I2.inches 

 and is of the deepest 

 black. Foliage is solid 

 in texture, rich deep 

 green and elegantly re- 1 

 ticulated. The bulbs we 

 shall send you are the 

 genuine stock, strong 

 and positively sure to 

 bloom if planted in rich 

 soil 2 inches below the 

 surface and given plenty 

 of light, heat and moist- 

 ure. Every order should 

 include at least one bulb 

 of this great Oriental 

 novelty, for there can be 

 no doubt that it is one of 

 the rarest and most desir- 

 able bulbs of the year. 

 As the bulbs increase in Black Calla 



size and number every year, such a treasure is sure to become 

 valued and appreciated. We make the price exceedingly 

 low and within the reach of all. Fine large bulbs, imported 

 direct from Palestine, 15 cts. each ; 2 for 25 cts.; 4 for sects.; 

 9 for $1 ; larger bulbs, 25 cts. each; 3 for 60 cts.; 5 for ^i. 



Other Calla Lilies, 



Spotted Calla. — The leaves of this popular and beau- 

 tiful novelty are deep rich green, exquisitely ornamented with 

 pure white marks. The pure white color of the flowers is 

 lovely in contrast with the deep black throat; it is easily 

 grown, very distinct, free to bloom and will give satisfaction; 

 we would advise growing two bulbs in a five-inch pot. 15 cts. 

 each ; 2 for 25 cts.; 5 for 50 cts. 



Calla— Lily of the Nile.— Is the favorite old White Calla 

 that always gives satisfaction. We offer well-ripened corms, 

 suitable for 5-inch pots ; no other Calla will give such an 

 abundance of fine flowers and foliage as the California-grown 

 corms we offer. 15 cts. each ; 2 for 25 cts. 



Calla Little Gem.— The dwarfest of all. See page 31. 



Early Flowering Gladiolus. 



These superb varieties represent a distinct departure in this 

 favorite flower. They are specially adapted to house culture, 

 where they produce their gorgeous flowers in great abund- 

 ance. Plant at least two bulbs. Like a sandy and loamy 

 soil, also plenty of sunshine. 



Blushing- Bride. — Lovely white, with beautiful pink and 

 carmine flakes on lower petals; a splendid variety for pot 

 culture or open border. 15 cts. each ; 4 for 50 cts.; 9 for $1. 



Tristis. — Creamy white flowers, borne on branching 

 spikes ; the blooms are delightfully scented and highly prized 

 for cuttings; a fine variety for house or border culture. 15 

 cts. each; 4 for 50 cts.; 9 for ^i. 



Tritonia. 



Requires the same treatment as Ixias, blooming with them ; 

 in appearance they are like miniature Gladiolus. The colors 

 are very soft and pleasing, ranging from white through sal- 

 mon, orange and scarlet. They are especially adapted for 

 pot culture, and are amongst the prettiest and most interest- 

 ing Winter flowers now offered. Owing to a large stock our 

 price is very low. 



Finest Mixed. — A grand mixture of 16 best sorts. 2 for 

 5 cts.; 8 for 15 cts.; 15 for 25 cts. 



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