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D. M. FERRY & GO'S DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE 



BULBS AND ROOTS 



FOR SPRING 

 PLANTING 



Begonia 



Included in this class are some of our most sliowy garden flowers and tlieir culture is very easy. In tlie spring, after danger 

 from frost is over, plant in a rich, loamy soil, having a sunny position and flowers the same season are assured. 



All bulbs and roots will be sent by mail or express, charges prepaid, when ordered at single or dozen rates. At the 100 rate 

 they will be sent by express or freight, the purchaser paying the charges unless otherwise stated. Not less than six of any one 

 variety supplied at dozen rates and not less than 25 at the 100 rate. Orders with money should be sent to us as early as possible 

 and they will be filled in rotation. Bulbs subject to injury by frost Avill not be sent until such danger is over. 



Tuberous Rooted. The tubers which we offer are of the very best quality and with proper care 



will give a beautiful display early in the summer. For growing in pots or boxes in the house, plant 



in rich, sandy soil, give good drainage and water freely after the leaves start but do not let the soil 



_ become sour or soggy from over-watering. If it is desired to have a bed outdoors, select a shady, 



moist situation making the bed rich with thoroughly rotted manure and leaf mold, if obtainable. Plant as soon as danger 



from frost is over. After the plants start into 



vigorous growth keep.well watered. 



EACH DOZ. 



Single Pink 10c. 65c. 



Scarlet 10c. 65c. 



White 10c. 65c. 



Yellow 10c. 65c. 



Mixed 10c. 65c. 



Double Pink 10c. $1.00 



Scarlet 10c. 1.00 



White 10c. 1.00 



Yellow 10c. 1.00 



Mixed 10c. 1.00 



Caladium 



Dahlia 



Esculentum. 



Known also as 

 Elephant's Ear. 

 This is one of 



the finest tropical plants which can be grown in 



the open air in the north. It can be made to 



produce three to ten leaves three to four feet long 



and nearly as wide, on stalks four to six feet high. 

 Tiie soil best suited to Caladiums is a mixture 



of fibrous loam, leaf mold, peat and well rotted 



cow or sheep manure in equal parts, with a 



sprinkling of sand added. Bulbs may be planted 



outdoors as soon as danger of frost is over, 



covering about three inclies deep; or for largest 



growth start early indoors in pots and set out 



when the weather is warm and settled. But 



little water must be given to the roots till 



active growth commences ^vhen, as the plants 



develop, they require an abundance. Humidity 



and warmth are necessary for their best develop- 

 ment. 



First Size Bulbs. Nine inches and over in circum- 

 ference. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 



Second Size Bulbs. Seven to nine inches in cir- 

 cumference. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 



Third Size Bulbs. Under seven inches in cii- 

 cumference. Each 10c; doz. $1.Q0 



There are few flowers 

 that compare with 

 the Dahlia in charm- 

 ing diversity of form 

 and wide range of 

 brilliant colors, and certainly no other surpasses 

 it for autumn display in the garden as well as 

 for cutting. 



The "Decorative'" types are characterized by 

 gracefully formed flowers of large size with 



broad petals, being intermediate in form between the compact "Show' 

 varieties which have loosely formed blossoms with long twisted petals. 



The roots are tender and easily injured by frost. They should be set out three feet apart, after all danger of frost is over. 

 The best blooms are sometimes obtained if planting is deferred until about June 1. The soil should be deeply dug and well drained 

 but only moderatoly enriched with thoroughly rotted barnyard manure. A stiff clay should be avoided A sunny situation is 

 desirable as well as plenty of space and air. Place the roots horizontally, covering two to three inches deep. Give thorough 

 cultivation and during dry weather water well once a week. Larger blossoms are usually obtained if most of the side shoots 

 are removed. Dahlias usuafly do not require much fertdizer and fresh barnyard manure especially should not be used. The 

 plants sliould be supported by tying to stakes. The roots should be placed during winter in a cool cellar but not allowed to freeze. 

 Countess of Lonsdale (Cachis) Apricot shaded salmon-red. Robert Bloomfield (Shoiv) Pure white, large and free flower- 

 An early, very attractive cactus variety. Each20c; doz. $2.00 mg. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 



CACTUS D^ 



sorts which are nearly round and the "Cactus'' 



Delice (Decorative) One of the very best bright rose-pink 



decorative dahhas: long stems for cutting. Each 25c; doz. $2. 50 

 General Buller ( Cactus) Rich deep crimson tipped with white. 



Very attractive. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 

 Genista (Cactus) Deep amber shaded gold. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 

 J.H.Jackson (Cactus) Very large, rich velvety maroon. 



Each 20c; doz. $1.50 

 Jack Rose (Decorative) Largebrilliant crimson. One of the best 



decorative dahlias for garden or cutting. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 

 Mme. Viger (Colarette^ Richest garnet with smaller collar 



of white. Exceptionally attractive. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 

 Merlin (Shoiv) Bright orange scarlet. Early flowering. 



Each 20c; doz. $2.00 

 Queen Victoria (Shoiv) Clear canary yellow. An early and 



profuse bloomer. Each 20c; doz. $1.50 

 Queen Wilhelmina (Paeontj Flowered) The best large pure 



white. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 



Souv. de Gustave Douzon- {Decorative) Beautiful orange 

 scarlet. One of the best. Each 20c; doz. $1.50 



Sylvia (Decorative) Deep pink shading to flesh pink at center; 

 best decorative form. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 



Twentieth Century (Single) Intense rosy crimson, white tips 

 and white disc around yellow center. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 



EACH 



Dahlia, Double Pink 15c. 



Scarlet 15c. 



White 15c. 



Yellow 15c. 



" Mixed 15c. 



DOZ. 



$1.50 

 1.50 

 1.50 

 1.50 

 1.50 



r^l^l'V'I'l'A '^^^^'^'"C Heart. Dicentra Spectabilis) A 

 L^M'^M.y Ll «. hardy perennial plant, with finely cut foliage, 

 blooming in the spring. Flowers graceful, heart-shaped, pink 

 and white; borne in long racemes. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 



