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THE DINGKEE <fe OONARD COMPANY'S 



J\A-E*-AJiT LILIES. 



Japan Lilies are always greatly admired ; their large size, lovely form and charming colors, place 

 them among the most beautiful flowers. Lily bulbs should be planted quite deep, say not less than six to 

 eight inches. Unlike most other flowers, they do not need strong ground or manure, but thrive best in a par- 

 tially shaded situation, sheltered by shrubbery and other plants. They are entirely hardy, and need no protec- 

 tion in Winter, though in exposed situations it is advisable to give a slight covering of leaves or coarse litter 



when convenient. Lilies increase in size and 

 beauty with age, and should be left undisturbed 

 from year to year. When the best effect is desired, 

 we recommend planting one or two dozen of a. 

 kind, rather than one or two each of several kinds ; 

 they are very desirable and always give satisfac- 

 tion. They can be planted Spring or Fall, as 

 preferred. 



Auratum. — The magnificent golden-banded 

 Lily of Japan, considered the Queen of 

 Lilies. The stalk is from two to four feet 

 high, crowned with splendid white-and-gold 

 Lilies, each from four to six inches in diame- 

 ter. Fine large bulbs, that will bloom the 

 present season. 



We offer Auratum Bulbs in 3 Sizes. 

 All are fine strong Bulbs, sure to bloom the pres- 

 ent season, the only difference is the size. 

 Standard Size, ist quality, 35 cts.; $4per dor. 

 Medium " " 25 " $3 



Double Extra, " 75 " $8 



Album. — Pure snow white; a lovely flower, 

 very large, borne in beautiful clusters ; stem 

 two or three feet high. Each 35 cents ; $4. 

 per doz. 

 Long-iflorum Eximum. — A new and im- 

 proved variety. Exceedingly beautiful, very 

 long trumpet-shaped flowers, borne in large 

 clusters; pure snowy white and delightfully 

 fragrant. See illustration. 20 cents; $2 per 

 doz. 



Lily Auratum. Longiflorum Lily. 



Roseum.— A superb flower; blooms in clusters; very large, fine form; white and bright rose, spotted. 



20 cents ; $2 per doz. 

 Batemanii.— A new and very desirable Japan Lily; color, rich apricot yellow, not spotted. 40 cents; 



$4 per doz. 

 Wallaceii.— A new and magnificent Japanese variety, with beautiful clear buff flowers, elegantly spotted 



with black. 40 cents ; $4 per doz. 



