Beckert's Autumn Catalogue of Choice Bulbs and Seeds 



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SPANISH IRIS, BLUE 



Count of Nassau (King of the Blues). A Each Doz. lOO i.ooo 



strong-growing, early blue; very good ... So 02 So 12 $0 75 $6 50 



Louise (Perle d'Amour). A very deli- 

 cate lilac, at times veined lavender 02 



75 6 50 



75 6 50 

 75 6 50 



YELLOW 



Cajanus. A large, handsome, rich, clear 

 yellow; tall 



Chrysolora (William III). Deep yellow; 

 fine sort 



SUPERFINE MIXTURE OF FIRST- 

 GRADE BUI.BS 



Various Bulbous Irises 



(NOVEMBER) 



Alata (Scorpion Iris). Only recommended for Each Doz. 100 

 pot culture. If potted in the early fall, will 

 flower in November to December; pale blue.. So 10 Si 00 



Anglica. Resembles the Spanish Iris, but has 

 larger flowers and blooms later; they have 



quite a wide range of colors. Choice Mixed. . 03 25 Si 50 



Anglica, Mt. Blanc. Pure white. Splendid 



for cutting 04 35 2 50 



Filifolia. A grand variety for forcing. Large, 

 sky-blue and substantial flowers; strong 

 stems 06 so 



Juncea. Brilliant golden yellow; very showy 

 and nice for cutting; flowers are fragrant. 

 This prefers a warm, drj' situation, should be 

 lifted after flowering and replanted 06 50 



Pavonia (Morsea). Peacock Iris. Pure white, 

 blotched celestial-blue; very showy; prefer- 

 able for pot culture 03 30 I 50 



Reticulata. A very desirable variety for pots 

 or the garden. If potted early, will bloom in 

 January. The flowers are rich purple and 



gold; violet-scented 15 125 9 00 



Iris Kaempferi (The Japanese Iris) 



(NOVEMBER) 



Very handsome, summer-flowering varieties, blooming from June 

 to August. They prefer rich, moist soil, but will thrive in any fair 

 soil. Very large flowers that will give a magnificent display. 

 12 Choice Single-flowered Varieties. Large clumps. 25 cts. each, 



S2.50 per doz., S15 per 100, set of 12, S2.S0. 



Spanish Iris 



Iris Kaempferi 



LILY-OF-THE-V ALLEY 



(NOVEMBER) 



For forcing, plant about twelve pips in a 6-inch pot, keeping the 

 crown above the soil; place in a temperature of about 80 degrees, 

 covering the pots with moss; keep them moist continually. They 

 should flower in 3 or 4 weeks from time of planting. For the garden 

 we have the clumps as well as the pips. They should be planted in 

 masses, partially shaded and moist locations. Plant the single pips 

 4 inches apart; they will increase rapidly and form one mass. 

 Perfection Brand, Extra Select Early Forcing. Strong pips. 



Bundle of 25 pips, 75 cts., S2 per 100, S18 per 1,000; cold-storage 



pips, S2.50 per 100, S20 per 1,000. 

 Large, Strong Clumps. For planting outdoors. 25 cts. each, 



S2.50 per doz., S20 per 100. 



LEUCOJUM vernum Carpathicum (Spring Snowflake). A strong- 

 growing variety, with flowers tipped canary-yellow. 3 cts. each, 

 25 cts. per doz. 



MONTBRETIAS 



Very elegant, hardy bulbous plants that should be more popular. 

 They flower very freely during July and August, and are very nice 

 for cutting, lasting well and being eft'ective; also useful as a house 

 plant. 



Crocosmseflora. Branched spikes of large. Each Doz. 100 

 showy, brilliant red flowers, shaded yellow... So 02 So 15 Si 00 



Drap d'Or. Rich, deep golden yellow, shaded 



apricot 02 20 i 25 



Etoile de Feu. A large, brilliant flower, in- 

 tense vermilion, shaded orange 02 2C 



ORNTTHOGALUM Arabicum (Star of Bethlehem). Pure 

 flowers, with glossy black center; showy and easily grown 

 useful for pots. 5 cts. each, 40 cts. per doz. 



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i-hite 

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LAWN GRASS SEED. — If you desire a perfect lawn, use our 

 Evergreen Lawn Seed. See inside of front cover for same and 

 for directions how to make a lawn. 



