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L. L.MAY& CO., ST. PAUL, MINN. 
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OUR FRIENDS. 
It is with great pleasure we send you our Fall Catalogue of Bulbs, Plants, Seeds and Small Fruits. While we realize that it is small 
and unpretentious, still we know it contains a choice collection of everything that is really desirable for fall planting, either in the house 
or garden, and we feel certain that our many friends will continue to favor us with their valuable patronage, even though our Cata- 
logue may not be quite so expensive or elaborate as that sent out by some other firms. 
We know that our Bulbs are as fine as can be produced, for they are grown for us by special contract and are all carefully selected 
and strong, while the enormous quantity we use enables us to sell them at a low price. In addition to this we have secured two valu- 
able books which we give free of charge to our customers this fall. Below you will find a description of them. 
We earnestly solicit your orders, no matter how small they may be, and assure you if favored with same they will have our prompt 
and careful attention. Thanking you for the very many kind favors of the past, we are, Sincerely yours, L. L. MAY & CO. 
SENERALDIRECTIONS. 
Postpaid.— We send all bulbs, plants and seeds free by mall, at 
prices quoted In this catalogue. 
By Express.— If plants, bulbs or seeds are ordered by express, they 
wll 1 be sent at purchaser's ex pense, but larger plants and extras are al- 
ways Included In such orders. 
We Guarantee that every package shall reach Its destination In 
good condition. 
All Orders will be filled as soon as received, if the stock is ready. 
If we cannot fill entire order at once, part will be forwarded immedi- 
ately, and balance as soon as possible. 
Our Plants, Roses, etc, have, owing to their size and strength, 
rapidly advanced in popularity, and as growers of plants we are second 
to none. 
Your Order, no matter how large or small, will always receive our 
prompt and careful attention. 
PostoSce Money Orders may be obtained at nearly all postoffiees 
at a small oost. This Is a good way to send money. 
Drafts on St. Paul, New York and Chicago can be obtained at 
any bank and are perfectly safe. 
Express Money Orders can be had at the offices of the American, 
United States, Adams, Northern Pacific, Great Northern and Wells, 
Fargo & Co. Express Companies. 
Registering 1 letters costs but 10 cents, and money should be sent 
that way in case it cannot be sent by any of the above methods. 
Postage Stamps Accepted for sums less than $1. 
When remittances are not made according to these directions 
we disclaim all responsibility. 
There is no safety in Postal Votes and they are sent at risk 
of sender. 
Don't forget your name, Postofnce and State. 
two sr=>L_E:isjiDirD books free. 
We have secured two splendid books, which will be mailed free to our customers this fall who fa- 
vor us with their orders. To every person sending us an order for Bulbs or Plants amounting to $1.00 
we will send postpaid either the World's Columbian Exposition Album or Floriculture. If your order 
amounts to J2.00 or over we will send you both of the above books, postpaid. No more than one book 
of each will be mailod to any person. When you send in your order please be sure and state what book 
you desire. 
WORLD'S COLUMBIAN 
EXPOSITION ALBUM. 
ThtsGrand Album contains the PICTURES 
IN COLORS of all the principal buildings of 
the World's Columbian Exposition, and is 
a correct reproduction from large water 
color drawings made by one of the Dest art- 
ists in the United States. On the page di- 
rectly opposite each picture is a complete 
description of the building, giving the Oost, Dimen- 
sions, name of the Architects, and such information as 
is interesting to all. This Album also contains a 
Birdseye View of the grounds (size of picture 6x16), 
showing the location of all the different buildings. 
FLORICULTURE. 
An Instructive and interesting book that is par- 
ticularly valuable to all who desire something that 
will assist them in caring for their plants and bulbs. 
It gives a complete treatise on Roses, Fuchsias, Geran- 
iums, Begonias and many other plants, together with 
instructions for the care of all kinds of Bulbs for 
winter and spring (lowering. Remember, you can se- 
cure this book free by sending us an order for one dol- 
lar's worth of Bulbs or Plants. 
A PRESENT TO ALL OUR 
CUSTOMERS. 
We desire the names of all who purchase Seeds, 
Plants or Bulbs through the mails, and as you are 
probably acquainted with a number of such people, we 
shall consider it a great favor if you will kindly give us a list of them and address on the back of our order blank, ft makes no difference In 
what part of the States they reside. All we want to know is that they are buyers. To everyone of our friends who sends us such a list to- 
gether with an order from our catalogue this fall'we will make a present of something In plants or bulbs for winter flowering. The seleotlou 
must be loft entirely to us, but we know you will be greatly pleased. 
BULBS FOR HOUSE AND GARDEN CULTURE. 
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Por Hons*. — The culture of bulbs Is very simple ; they may bo potted during September, October, November or December, watered well, and 
placed In a cool cellar or some dark room, and allowed to remain from four to six weeks; they may then be brought to the light for blooming. We , 
advise potting the bulbs as early as possible, especially If flowers are desired as early as New Year's, for the longer time they can have to make 
roots the better they will bloom. By bringing out a few pots at different times a succession of bloom can be kept up all winter. If they are kept 
in a cool place while in bloom, the flowers will keop perfect a long time. 
Por the Garden.— Nearly all kinds of bulbs are very valuable for out door culture as they come Into bloom earlier than any flower and make', 
a grand display. Crocuses and Snowdrops are the first to make their appearance, and these charming little flowers are quickly followed by Tulips, 
Hyacinths, Narcissus, etc., so that the garden may be filled ata very low cost with the ehoicest flowers through the early spring months. For" 
planting bulbs In tho garden, September and October are tho best months. The soil, if poor. should be liberally supplied with well rotted manure, 
and the bulbs planted about three Inches deep and from four to six Inches apart each way. Before cold weather sets in, the beds should be cov- 
ered with straw or leaves to protect them during the severe winter months. While this Is not absolutely necessary, It is advisable to do so, as it 
preserves the vitality of the bulbs. The covering should be removed when bulbs begin to makegrowth in the early spring. After they are 
through flowering, the leaves soon turn yellow and die; the bulbs are then ready to be taken up and stored away for plantingagaln the next season. 
THREE GRAND WINTER BLOOMING PLANTS FOR 50 CTS. 
(SEE FRONT COVER.) 
ccARr-iA-riorsr, royal, ruby. 
We are glad to be able to offer our patrons this grand Winter Flowering Carnation, as we consider It the finest red variety wo have ever grown. 
The flowers, whioh are of a rloh red color, are of very large size, exceedingly fragrant, and produced In great profusion. 
robust habit and easily grown. 
The plant Is of a strong, 
Don't fail to include this Carnation in your order. 25c each. 
ROSE, GRACE rDARI_IIM<S- 
A grand variety for winter flowering and one of the mostelegant Roses ever our pleasure to behold. Strong, vigorous grower; color a porce- 
lain rose, elegantly shaded with vigorous crimson, a decided color, but never quite obscuring the ground of yellow upon which It rests. The Col- 
ors seem to stand out separate and distinct. Very sweet; a veritable beauty. 30c each. 
FUCHSIA ARAB. 
This is a European variety and a fit companion for Storm King. The plan! is a rapid grower Jfl^Lldom out of bloom during the entire year. 
The flowers are a rich purple and of enormous size, often measuring over two and one-half IneheJ^^^nmeter and perfectly double. We had a 
number of these plants on exhibition at our conservatories this season, and Fuchsia Arab attra^| attention than any other variety of its 
color. Strong plants, 20c each. 
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