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DREER'S GARDEN CALENDAR. 





J^pJiTlC^, AMD How TO U^E TjlEM. 



The above cut shows an effective and inexpensive way of growing AVater Lilies. The tubs are arranged in connec- 

 tion with a rockery ; the large tub in the centre being placed somewhat higher than the rest, and connected by pieces 

 of rubber hose, so that the overflow from the large tub runs from one to the other, so changing the water in all. Oil 

 barrels cut in two make e.xcellent tubs. 



About the middle of May the tubs are placed in position, and filled to one-half their depth with a rai.xture of loam 

 and well-decayed manure, which should be covered with about an inch of clean sand, to prevent the manure from 

 rising to the top. 



The centre tub is planted with several strong roots of Nelumbium, the smaller tubs with Water Lilies and other 

 aquatic plants. * 



The space around the tubs is filled with good rich compost, held in place by large stones, in which foliage and 

 flowering plants, such as Tuberous-rooted Begonias, Sedums, Caladiiims, Palms, etc., are planted. The effect pro- 

 duced in this manner is really beautiful, and will give more pleasure than a " carpet bed." 



N. Zanzibarieiisis Azurea. The deepest colored and 



NYMPH/EA. 



(Tender Varieties.) 



These can be wintered in a cellar, if kept in water at a 



temjjerature of not less than .55 degrees. 



Nymphaca Dentata. A white flowering species, with 

 ])etals expanding horizontally, making them star- 

 shaped. They have an agreeable perfume, but not as 

 strong as our native Lily; the leaves are dark green, 

 with serrated edges. $2.50 each. 



N. Devoniensis. This is the choicest Water Lily in 

 cultivation. Under liberal treatment it produces 

 flowers 10 to 12 inches in diameter, and leaves 2 feet 

 across the plant, having a spread of 20 feet. If con- 

 fined in pans, tubs or boxes, the flowers are smaller, 

 but otherwise just as fine; the color is a brilliant red, 

 glowing by lamplight with indescribable color. First 

 size, 82.50 each ; second size, $1.50. 



N. Rubra. This species is a native of India, with flow- 

 ers of a brilliant rosy red, stamens scarlet. The flow- 

 ers are somewhat smaller than N. Devoniensis, meas- 

 uring from 6 to S inches, and a trifle more cup-shaped. 

 The leav€s are of a rich brown, and when they fade 

 turn "to a gold and crimson color, like autumn leaves. 

 S3.00 each. 



N. Sturtevanti. This new Lily grows to the same size 

 as Devoniensis. The leaves are covered with peculiar 

 indentations, and are of a beautiful crimson-bronze 

 color. The flowers are bright red, changing to a soft 

 rose, and are cup-shaped like N. odorata. When 

 wejl grown they are from 9 to 11 inches in diameter. 

 $5.00 each. 



N. Coerulea (Scutifolia). This species is a native of 

 Egypt. It has bright green leaves and lavender-blue 

 flowers, about 4 inches in diameter; they are very fra- 

 grant, the perfume being entirely distinct from N. 

 odorata. It is very easily cultivated in a tub or tank, 

 or it may be planted in a pond where the water is still 

 and warm and the mud is rich. $2.0i) each. 



finest of all the blue Water Lilies; under good culti- 

 vation producing flowers 12 inches in diameter. $5.00 

 each. 



NYMPH>EA. 



(Hardy Varieties.) 



By speaking of Water Lilies as hardy, we do not mean 

 that they will stand actual freezing, but that they will en- 

 dure the winter when placed in water beyond the reach 

 of frost. 



NymphEea Alba. The native Water Lily of England, 

 possessing the same qualities as Candidissima, but 

 with smaller flowers. $1.00 each. 

 N. Alba Candidissima. This is a large flowered vari- 

 ety of the Water Lily of England ; when naturalized 

 in still water, with a very rich soil, it produces leaves 

 13 inches wide and flowers 6 inches in diameter, 

 W'ith very broad petals of a pure white color. $3.00 

 each. 

 N. Flava. This is a true Water Lily, with yellow flow- 

 ers and a delicate perfume. Its leaves are beautifully 

 variegated with brown. It is a very desirable variety 

 either for a pond, tub or aquarium. $1.00 each. 

 N. Odorata. Our native Water Lily, flowers pure white 

 and very fragrant; when grown in rich mud it will 

 produce flowers 6 inches and leaves 13 inches across. 

 30 cts. each : .$3.00 per dozen. 

 N. Odorata Minor. A small flowered variety of our 

 native Water Lily, producing flowers of only li to 2 

 inches in diameter. 40 cts. each ; $3.00 per dozen. 

 N. Odorata Rosea {Cape Cod Water Lily). This is the 

 famous Pink Water Lily of Cape Cod, and is a grand 

 acquisition to our list of hardy Lilies. It possesses 

 all the desirable qualities of the white flowered species, 

 hardiness, freedom of bloom and, delicious fragrance, 

 with the added charm of a deep pink color. $4.00 

 each ; 2 for $7.50. 



Los Angeles, Cal. -^ " Plants arrived safely. Your mode of packing is a credit to you." — Peter Compere. 



