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PETER HENDERSON & CO., NEW YORK— REQUISITES. 



...HVACIflTH GHASSES... 



Hyacinths grown in glasses of water are charming ornaments for parlor windows, and the ease and success in 

 flowering bulbs in this way add greatly to the popularity of not only Hyacinths, but Polyanthus Narcissus, 

 Amaryllis Formosissima and other bulbs, which can be grown in the same manner. Can be used for cut-flower 

 vases when desired. 



BOHEMIAN FANCY. 



tye's shape. 



Patent Hyacinth Glass. This is in two 



parts ; the inner contains the bulb and roots, and 

 can be removed without injuring them, to refill 

 with water. Each 25c, $2.50 doz. 



Tye's Shape Hyacinth Glass. An im- 

 proved shape — not so easily tipped over — various 

 colors. 15c. each, $1.50 doz. 



Tall Hyacinth Glass. This is a favorite style ; they come in vari- 

 ous colors. 15c. each, $1.50 doz. 



CHINESE SA L ? L R Y ED BOWLS. 



As used by the Celestials for growing their famous "Joss Flower" in. 

 (Seepage 20.) The bulbs should be surrounded with pebbles to keep them 

 from toppling over when in flower, and then water enough put in to cover 

 about one-half of the bulb ; place them in a dark, cool closet for a couple 

 of weeks to become rooted, and then bring into the li°ht. 



GLASS CHINESE LILY BOWL. 



6-inch diameter, for 1 bulb $0.25 



7K " " "2 " 30 



8K " " "3 " 35 



"T0KI0." 



€hina, handsomely decorated 

 in curious Japanese designs. 

 7-inch, for 1 bulb $0 50 



8 •• " 2 " 70 



9 " "3 or4 " 1.00 



Vernal Hyacinth Vase. A pretty novelty, 

 made of terra cotta with numerous ribbed rings 

 encircling it. Immerse the vase for a day in water, 

 then sprinkle it with Timothy seed ; within a few 

 days' time will cover the vase with a bright green 

 growth ; of course, always keep the vase filled, 

 with water. Hyacinths can be grown in these 

 just the same as in the regular Hyacinth glasses. 

 Price, 30c. each, $3.00 doz. 1 oz. Timothy seed, 10c. 



Bohemian Hyacinth Glass. 



colors. 30c. each, $3.00 doz. 



A beautifully shaped glass ; various 



Bohemian Fancy, in engraved or gilt designs. 50c. each, $5.00 doz. 



ROSE BOWLS AND VASES. 



FOB CUT FLOWESS. 



"B0SE BOWL." 



Fine imitation cut glass ; very 

 artistic for holding loose bunches 

 of roses and cut flowers. Price, 50c. 



CUT-FLOWER VASE. 



12 inches high by 6 inches in di- 

 ameter ; majolica ware ; maroon 

 color, ornamented in gold ; raised 

 scroll work. Price, $1.75. 



NOVELTIES I^'grow BULBS. 



Interesting and beautiful objects for the window garden may be produced by growing Crocuses, Lily of the 

 Valley and Roman Hyacinths in the ornamental pots here illustrated, which are pierced with holes, out of 

 which the leaves and flowers grow ; the bulbs are placed inside with the crown in the holes ; soil is then filled 

 in compactly which holds the bulbs in place, soak thoroughly with water, 

 place in a dark cool place for a few weeks, to allow the bulbs to root 

 thoroughly. Never allow them to suffer for water. 



"Boman Hyacinth Pot." 



Price, $1.00 each. 



{Requires 20 bulbs, offered on 

 page 7.) 



"Bee Hive Crocus Pot." 



Price, 80c. 



(Requires 50 Crocuses, offered 

 on page 21.) 



"Hedgehog Crocus Pot." 



Price, 80c. 



(Requires 50 Crocuses, offered on 

 page 21.) 



"Lily of the Valley Pot." 



(Rough Finish.) 

 Price, 30c. each, $3.00 doz. 

 (Requires 75 Single Crowm 

 offered on page 32.) 



