SUMMER FLOWERING BULB5. 



BRAVOA GEM1N1FLORA. rtexican Twin Flower. 



It is seldom that we have seen such a charm- 

 ing gem in any garden. Only a few weeks after 

 planting, the flower spikes appear in profusion, 

 each loaded with a mass of scarlet flowers of the 

 greatest brilliancy, arranged in pairs along the 

 stem (hence the name, twin-flower) and continue 

 blooming until killed by frost. It is greatly supe- 

 rior to either Bessera, Jlilla or Cyclobothra, three 

 well known Mexican Bulbs, and will prove a de- 

 light in every garden; moreover it is new in this 

 country. Quite hardy with protection, but too 

 valuable to risk outside during severe winters; 

 they are worth protecting. Fine buibs, sure to 

 bloom. 20 cts. each; 3 for 50 cts.; 7 for $1.00. 

 NEMASTYLIS COELESTINA. Star of Heaven. 

 A rare bulb which I had great difficulty in se- 

 JpJ&curing, being very scarce as yet. It bears, at re- 

 " peated intervals during the season, showy star- 

 shaped blossoms of neatest blue with purplish eye 

 — a color that is extremely scarce among bulbs. 

 Not quite hardy North, and therefore needs pro- 

 tection. Elegant as a pot plant. 20 cents each; 

 3 for 50 cents; 7 for S1.00; 81.50 per dozen. 



CYRTANTHUS. flcKenni. 

 Perhaps these have never been offered 

 in this country. They are rare bulbs from 

 southern Africa that have done exceeding- 

 ly well for us, either planted out during 

 summer or in pots. They love plenty 

 moisture. Is an exceedingly 

 profuse bloomer, especially in 

 the fall. The flowers are up- 

 right, long and tubular, of a 

 fleshy white and exquisitely 

 fragrant. 25 cts. each; 3 for 60 cts. 



FANCY-LEAVED CALADIUMS. 



No plant is more desirable for floral decorations, greenhouse 

 culture or window-boxes than the Fancy-Leaved Caladiums. 

 They produce most elegant large leaves, spotted, marked and 

 variegated with white, pink, scarlet, etc. They are among our finest foliage plants, and 

 are always greatly admired. They thrive best in a shady situation, and should be 

 planted in fairly-enriched sandy loam. 30 cents each; -1 for 51.00; $2.50 per dozen. 

 CALADIL M ESCULENTUM— Elephant's Ears. 

 A very effective tropical-like plant suitable either as a single plant on the lawn, 

 masses in beds, or for margins of water. Its very distinct apron-like leaves often at- 

 tain the length of three feet by twenty inches wide. Bulbs can be stored in dry sand in 

 winter and kept from year to "year. Large bulbs, 20ets., each; 3 for 50 cts.; $1.75 per doz., 

 postpaid; by express, $10.00 per 100, purchaser paying charges. 



AFRICAN SNAKE PALM OR RED CALLA. Amorphophallus Rlvleri 



"Snake Palm," "Devils Tongue." and other curious names ari 

 given by the few who have possessed this wonderful aroid, probabl; 

 for the reason that the stem supporting the large palm-like foli 

 age is so distinctly marbled with large blotches of pink, grey 

 dark green, and various other colors. Strong tubers will send up i 

 most curious flower often attaining the length of 3 feet on a stalk2 o 

 3 feet high, resembling a gigantic Calla, only dark red in color. / 

 fine plant for the lawn or for growing in pots. 25 cents each; 3 fo 

 60 cents; 6 for 3L0O; $1.75 per dozen. 



APIOS TUBEROSA. Tuberous Rooted Wistaria. 



A native climber and one of the most beautiful in cultiva 

 tion. A profuse bloomer, bearing lovely clusters of rich, deep 

 purple flower with a delicious violet fragrance. It is 

 a wonderfully robust grower, attaining a great 

 height, its vine and dense foliage resembling the com- 

 mon Wistaria. The bulbs are perfectly hardy, need- 

 ing no protection whatever; they are excellent for 

 food when cooked, being fully equal to a potato. 

 10 cts. each; 3 for 25 cts.; 7 for 50 cts.; 75 cts. per dozen. 



BRAVOA GEMINIFLORA. 

 MEXICAN TWIN FLOWER. 



SNAKE LILY. 



SNAKE LILY. Sauromatum Guttatum. 



A most remarkable flower. 



. often 



measuring thirty inches in length, pecu- 

 liarly twisted in eccentric forms. It is 

 somewhat in the shape of a Calla. The 

 inside of the flower, however, is of a pecu- 

 liar yellow color profusely spotted with 

 large purple and brown dots, while the 

 back of the flower is of metallic brown. 

 The spadix often measures fifteen 

 inches in length and of a peculiar frostv 

 purplish-brown color. Altogether one of 

 the strangest flowers to be seen. This 

 plant makes an exceedingly ornamental 

 subject, the fine large palm-like leaves 

 being produced in succession throughout 

 the season. The bulbs can be lifted in the 

 fall and increase in size from year to 

 year. Should be planted 6 inches deep; 

 enjoys plenty of water. Fine as a pot 

 afripa x svakf p. j -j plant and still better in the garden. 



AFRICAN SNAKE PALM. £ arge bu , bs _ , & centg each; . for gJ ^ 



MONTBRETIA. Crocosmiseflora. 



One of the most desirable and handsome summer and autumn blooming bulbs, and 

 are in full glory a month after ail the tender plants are killed bv frost. Each bulb pro- 

 duces several flower spikes, some 10 inches long, together with numerous side-spik.-s 

 making them exceedingly floriferous. Has proved entirely hardv. Flowers laree. 

 beautifully formed, base of flower bright orange, sprinkled with delicate purple spots. 

 10 cents each; 3 for 2> cents; 7 for 50 cents; 85 cents per dozen. 



flONTBRETIA. Rosea. 

 This charming tribe of flowers is now augmented by the addition of a new color, to 

 wit; a clear, delicate rose. Considered one of the best novelties vet introduced; 

 sure to find a place in every garden. Produces a large number of flower spikes, useful 

 for cutting as they remain fresh for a long time. Roots multiply rapidlv and should be 

 taken up in the fall, as they are not hardy North. Makes an elegant pot plant. 

 1 1" cents each; 3 for 2o cents; 7 for 50 cents; 75 cents per dozen. 



MONTBRETIA. Pottsii. 

 r.i flowers bright orange-red, of most perfect form and grace, resembling a miniature 

 (jladiolus. 10 cents each; 3 for 25 cents: 7 for 50 cents; 75 cents per dozen. 



APIOS TUBEROSA. 



One Bulb of each of the above three bright-colored Montbretias, 

 only 20 cents; 4 of each, 65 cents, postpaid. 



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