D. M. FERRY & CO., DETROIT, MICH. 



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GLADIOLUS 



The Gladiolus is one of the most decorative plants in the garden, and as a cut flower lends itself readily to any arrangement. 

 If the spikes are cut when the lowest flower is in bloom, the others will open in succession and remain fresh a week or ten days. 

 No flower has gained more rapidlj' in public favor than the Gladiolus: this could not well be otherwise, for in addition to the 

 great intrinsic merit of the flower, it is hardj^ and blooms the first season from bulbs. 



Gladioli will thrive in almost any good soil except a stifif clay. They require full sunlight and are liable to injury only from 

 rank manure. Plant the bulbs six to nine inches apart, the large ones foiu- inches and the small ones two inches deep. Make an 

 early planting of the smallest bulbs first as soon as the ground is sufficiently dry and warm. Continue to plant at intervals of 

 two' weeks during the spring and early summer: in this way a succession of bloom may be had from midsummer until frost. 

 A free use of water during the season of active growth and particularly as the buds begin to show color will be beneficial in 

 producing fine blossoms. In the autumn, before freezing, they should Idc dug up and the tops allowed to dry down, after which 

 the dry tops, earth and old bulbs can be removed. Store in a cool, dry place, secure from frost until spring. 



America. Very light pink, exquisitely tinted with 



lavender. Much valued for freedom of bloom and 



size of flower spike. 7c each; 55c per 10. 

 Augusta. Pure white, with blue anthers. Strong, 



straight spikes. 8c each; 65c per 10. 

 Baron Hulot. Flowers dark velvety purple. One of 



the very best so-called blues. 12c each; $1.00 per 10. 

 Europe. Pure white. One of the very best of this 



class. 15c each; $1.25 per 10, 

 Mrs. Francis King. A most effective variety for deco- 

 rations. Spikes extra long; flowers brilliant pink, 



biazed with vermilion. 7c each; 55c per 10. 

 Mrs. Frank Pendleton. Of the largest size and most 



exquisite color. Delicate flushed salmon pink with 



rich maroon blotch on the three lower petals. 12c 



each; $1.00 per 10. 

 Myrtle, Tender and delicate rose pink. One of the 



most beautiful pink varieties yet introduced. 15c 



each; $1.25 per 10, 

 Panama. Rich i-osy pink. Large fine flowers. 10c 



each; 80c per 10. 

 Peace. White with pale violet feathering on lower 



petals. Very large fiowers well placed on a tall 



graceful spike. Should be planted early. 10c each; 



80c per 10, 

 Princeps, Brilliant scarlet crimson with blotch of 



Avhite in throat of the three lower petals. 10c each; 



80c per 10. 

 Schwaben, Very vigorous and free flowering. Color 



clear canary yellow shading to sulphury yellow when 



open. 15c" each; $1.25 per 10, 

 War, Deep'blood red shaded crimson black. IQc 



each; 80c per 10. 



GLADIOLUS MIXTURES 



We recommend these choice mixtures with per- 

 fect confidence as they are composed of only the most 

 desirable varieties and can be depended upon to pro- 

 duce a most satisfactorj^ display of magnificent flow- 

 ers in many shades and colors. 



Each 

 Shades of Blue and Violet Mixed ■ 10c. 



" Pink and White Mixed . 7c, 



" Scarlet and Red Mixed. 6c. 



" Yellow Mixed 8c, 



Striped and Vau-iegated 7c, 



Primulinus Hybrids Mixed. On account of their 

 slender and graceful habit, delicate colors and 

 attractive shape we believe these new hybrids viill 

 be much appreciated for indoor decoration. They 

 range in color from the purest and lightest of 

 yellows to the deepest orange and from the softest 

 shade of pink to scarlet. The flowers are borne on 

 tall, vigorous, branching stems and for graceful and 

 artistic arrangement in vases are unsurpassed. 

 10c each; 80c per 10; $7.00 per 100. 



Ruffled Mixed. A comparatively new class of Gla- 

 diolus with beautifully rufiled and fluted petals. The 

 flowers are large and borne on tall, vigorous stems 

 and are most attractive for cutting. The mixture 

 we offer is a combination of several of the most de- 

 sirable shades of this new "ruffled type." 15c each; 

 $1.25 per 10; $10.00 per 100. 



Giant Flowered Mixed. A mixture of the best Giant 

 Flowered sorts in a wide range of shades and colors, 

 and includes many named varieties of special merit. 

 Oneof the most satisfactory mixtures of Gladiolus 

 obtainable and one that is sure to give satisfaction. 

 7c each; 50c per 10; $4.00 per 100. 



Single and ten prices include postage. The 100 rate 

 is by express at purchaser's expense. 



Not less than 5 of any one vziriety supplied at 10 



rates and not less tha^n 25 at the 100 rate. Gladiolus 



10 



100 



80c. 



$7.00 



55c. 



4.50 



50c. 



3.50 



60c. 



5.00 



55c. 



4.50 



