Dreer's ^Iutumn Bulb Lost. 



15 



mm 



kt& 



*Tke 



Snowdrop 



(opyrighi.1887. 

 HENRY A. DREER 



Is the first of all flowers to herald the approach of 

 spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the 

 ground is white with snow, as it takes every advantage 

 and hastens to display its graceful snow-white bells 

 before winter has disappeared. In conjunction with 

 Chiouodoxa and Scilla a matchless effect can be pro- 

 duced. As the bulbs are small, they should be planted 



liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy slopes, edging, or rock work will suit all 

 of these bulbs. The/ should not be disturbed often if a fine display is desired. 



Elwes' Giant Snowdrop. (Galanthus Elwesi.) The 

 largest and most beautiful, flowers snow-white, 

 with emerald green tube. Will bear forcing 

 in a cold house. 

 5 cents each ; 50 cents per dozen ; $3.00 per 100. 

 Double Snowdrop. (Galanthus nivalis fl. pi.) 

 Flowers perfectly double, pure white, not as 

 graceful as the single. 

 5 cents each ; 50 cents per dozen ; $ 3.00 per 100. 

 Single Snowdrop. (Galanthus nivalis.) Pure 

 white graceful bells. Early flowering. 

 30 cents per dozen ; $ 2.00 per 100. 



Glory of the Snow. (Chiouodoxa Lticilise.) One 

 of the loveliest of bulbs, its flowers of intense 

 blue, with snow-white centre form a striking 

 contrast with the Snowdrop. It forces readily 

 and as it becomes better known will be largely 

 used. 

 5 cents each ; 50 cents per dozen ; $3.00 per 100. 



Scilla Siberica. Flowers of a beautiful, deep, rich 

 blue color and borne in profusion. Will force 

 in a cool house ; put 6 bulbs in a 5-inch pot 

 to obtain a good display. 

 5 cents each ; 50 cents per dozen ; $3.00 per 100. 



LQiscellaijeous I^ardy Bulbs. 



For garden culture. When suitable for pots, they are designated. A covering of leaves or long 

 manure is beneficial during winter, but it must be taken off early in the spring. 



Alstroemeria chiliensis. Mixed. 

 This variety produces its flowers, 

 of various colors, from June till 

 September. It should be planted 

 at least one foot deep ; fine for pot 

 culture, .... 



Arum dracunculus {Dragon plant.) 

 Brownish flowers, about a foot 

 long, palm-shaped foliage, . . . 



Each. Doz. 



Amaryllis longifolia alba. Beautiful 

 funnel-shaped large white fragrant 

 flowers, free blooming. One of 

 the best for garden decoration, . 



Amaryllis longifolia rosea. A very 

 effective large rose colored variety 

 of the above; blooms in June, . . 



Bulbocodium vernum. Dark purple 

 flowers, resembling the Crocus, . 



Each. 



40 $ 4 00 



40 



4 00 

 60 



Several of the hardy bulbs and roots are not ready till October, among which are Spirea, Lily of the 



Valley, Schisostylis, Lilies and Amaryllis. 



