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The World's Finest Hyacinths 

 and How to Grow Them 



THE cultivation of Hyacinths indoors as well as in the 

 garden in beds or borders dates back several hundred 

 years and had its beginning in Holland which, to this day, 

 is the home of the Hyacinth bulb industry. Their growing 

 from tiny bulblets into the fine large bulbs which we supply, 

 has become almost a science and the Dutch growers strive 

 constantly to give us, each year, a greater choice of varieties 

 in many shades, of different blooming seasons. 



From the many hundreds of sorts now available in each of 

 the color classes we have selected for you, by a careful weeding- 

 out process, those that most nearly measure up to our ide;:l of 

 what stands for perfection in Hyacinths. Not all sorts lend 

 themselves to growing indoors during the off-season, which 

 is termed "forcing" by the initiated. Nor are the smaller size 

 bulbs offered for outdoor garden culture suitable for indoor 

 culture. 



However, by observing the various classifications and by 

 treating the bulbs as suggested under the various headings, 

 even the beginner should score a full measure of success since 

 the bulbs we offer are really the cream of the crop — ready to 

 bloom if only given a fair chance. 



Culture in Pots, Bowls, or Boxes. Use porous soil thor- 

 oughly mixed with well-rotted manure and some sand, not 

 omitting some drainage. A single bulb will 

 require a 5-inch pot. Allow same proportion- 

 ate space, when planting a number of bulbs in 

 larger pots or window-boxes. Remove any 

 sprouts there may be at the base of the bulbs. 

 Plant the bulbs so that the top appears just 

 above the surface of the soil, water thoroughly, 

 and place in a cool, dark but airy situation 

 until the roots are well established, then bring 

 ihem to light. 



Prepared Holland Fiber 



For Growing Bulbs in Vases, Bowls, 

 Jardinieres, etc., without Drainage. 



Wonderful success has been obtained by 

 planting in this Fiber such bulbs as Dutch and 

 Roman Hyacinths; Paper-White, Chinese and 

 other Narcissi; Tulips. Freesias, Crocuses, etc. 



Bulbs are planted in similar manner as we 

 direct for planting bulbs in soil. It is not de- 

 sirable, however, to press the Fiber too firmly, 

 otherwise the roots do not penetrate freely, 

 and the bulbs may push themselves upward 

 out of the Fiber. Once planted, they require 

 but little attention, only they must be kept 

 moist, but on no account must it be sodden or 

 too wet. The Fiber should never be permitted 

 to become dry; if so, the pores of the roots 

 close up, and failure is likely to result. Until 

 the bulbs have sprouted about 1 inch, they 

 should be kept in a dark, cool but airy cellar, 

 room or pantry, then brought to the light, 

 preferably where cool, but above the freezing- 

 point. Bulb Fiber can also be used advantage- 

 ously for planting bulbs in pots, as the Fiber 

 does not dry out so readily as soil. 

 Prices of Holland Fiber: 



V 2 pk. (4 lbs.) 40c; peck (7 lbs.) 65c; \<> 

 bu. (14 lbs.) $1.15; bu. (28 lbs.) $2.00. 



By parcel post, add postage at your zone 

 rate on opposite page. 



Hyacinths in Glasses 



Hyacinths should not be started in water before the end 

 of October. The bulbs require a certain period of rest and, if 

 started too early, they will not develop a satisfactory root- 

 growth and consequently will produce an imperfect flower. 



With proper attention, the Hyacinth will produce as per- 

 fect a flower in water as in soil. For this purpose, use only the 

 most perfect bulbs and, before placing them in the glasses, 

 free the base of the bulb from dust, remnants of old decayed 

 roots that may still adhere, and any other impurities. This 

 will prevent contaminating the water. After thoroughly 

 cleaning the interior of the glasses, fill them with pure, clear 

 soft water. Rainwater cannot be recommended. The entire 

 base of the bulb must be in contact with the surface of the 

 water and remain so until the roots develop. Replenish the 

 water as it evaporates or renew if it becomes offensive. Place 

 them in a cool and dark location, letting them remain there 

 until the roots nearly reach the bottom of the glasses. Should 

 any of the roots after starting show decay, lift the bulb out of 

 the glass and remove such roots. When bringing them to the 

 light, place them where they are cool, as the flower will develop 

 more perfectly and last longer. 



Varieties Specially Adapted for 

 Water Culture 



These are the highest grade of First-size 

 Hyacinths of such varieties as have been proven 

 by test to be the best adapted for growing in 

 glasses. The bulbs are not so large as Exhibi- 

 tion Hyacinths, but are so selected for size and 

 shape that they will fit well in the cup of the 

 Hyacinth glass. For full description, see list 

 of the First-Size Named Hyacinths. 



If to be sent by parcel post, add postage for 

 3 lbs. per doz. bulbs, at your zone rate. 



Each Doz. 



Lady Derby. Beautiful light 



pink. Very early $0.25 $2.50 



La Victoire. Brilliant red, chang- 

 ing to pink. Very early .25 2.50 



Queen of the Pinks. Lovely 

 pink. Medium early 25 2.50 



L'Innocence. Pure white. Very 

 early...... 25 2.50 



Correggio. Pure white. Medium 

 early 25 2.50 



General Vetter. Blush-white. 



Medium early .25 2.50 



King of the Blues. Rich dark 

 blue. Medium early ... .25 2.50 



Lord Derby. Light blue. Medium 



early 25 2.50 



City of Haarlem. Golden yellow. 



Medium early 25 2.50 



Hyacinth Glasses ^uy be in 



tall and low styles, in blue, green and amber. 

 Tall, 30c. each, $3.00 per doz.; low, 30c. 

 each, $3.00 per doz. Not mailable. 



Hyacinth in glass 



