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D. M. FERRY & GO'S DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE 



BULBS AND ROOTS '^1.^1^ 



Caladium 



Included in this class are some of our most showy garden flowers and their culture is very easy. In the spring, after danger 

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



AU bulbs and roots will be sent oy 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 will not be sent until such danger is over. 



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



L^^^^M^^m«^« ^ will give a beautiful display early in the summer. For growing in pots or boxes in the house, plant 

 fjr~y CJJl Irfi, in rich, sandy soil, give good drainage and water freely after the leaves start but do not let the soil 



■^^ ^*^t3 ^^ become sour or soggy from over-watering. If it is desired to have a bed outdoors, select a shady, 



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



from frost is over. After the plants start into 



vigorous gro^'th keep well watered. 



EACH DOZ. 



Single Pink 10c, 75c. 



Scarlet 10c. 75c. 



White 10c. 75c. 



Yellow 10c. 75c. 



Mixed 10c. 75c. 



Double Pink 15c. $1.50 



Scarlet 15c. 1.50 



White 15c. 1.50 



Yellow 15c. 1.50 



Mixed 15c. 1.50 



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. 

 The 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 inches 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 when, 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 cir 

 cumference. Each 10c; doz. $1.00 



There are few flowers 

 that compare with 

 the Dahha 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 Decorative Dahlia 



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"' sorts which are nearly round and the "Cactus" 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 dramed 

 but only moderately 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 drv weather water weU once a Aveek. Larger blossoms are usually obtained if most of the side shoots 

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

 plants should 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 (Cactus) Apricot shaded salmon-red. Robert Bloomfield (Shotv) Pure white, large and free flower- 

 An early, very attractive cactus variety. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 mg. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 



Dahlia 



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



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

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



Very attractive. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 

 Genista (Cactus) Deep amber shaded gold. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 

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



Each 25c; doz. $2.50 

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



decorative dahlias for garden or cutting. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 

 Merlin (Shov:) Bright orange scarlet. Early flowering. 



Each 25c; doz. $2.50 

 President Viger (Colarette) Richest garnet with smaller collar 



of white. Exceptionally attractive. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 

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



profuse bloomer. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 

 Queen Wilhelmina (Paeony FJoivered) The best large pure 



white. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 



Souv. de Gustave Douzon {Decorative) Beautiful orange 

 scarlet. One of the best. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 



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

 best decorative form. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 



Twentieth Century (Single) Intense rosj- crimson, white tips 

 and white disc around yellow center. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 



Dahlia 



EACH 



Double Pink 20c. 



Scarlet 20c. 



White 20c. 



Yellow 20c. 



Mixed 15c. 



DOZ. 



$2.00 

 2.00 

 2.00 

 2.00 

 1.50 



T^^Alxrfva (Bleeding Heart. Dicentra Spectahilis') A 

 ryiCiy LI <X hardy perennial plant, with finely cut foliage, 

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

 and white; borne in long racemes. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 



