TO OUH FHlEflDS. 
It is with pleasure we band you oar Fall Catalogue oi Bulbs, Plants and Seeds. While it is small and unpretentious, vre know 
it contains a choice list of Bulbs, Plants and Seeds that are really desirable. In making- up this catalogue we have included 
only such varieties as we know will give our patrons perfect satisfaction. Most ot our Bulbs are grown for us by special 
contract, and are selected and strong, while the enormous quantity we use enables us to offer them at very low prices. 
We earnestly solicit your orders, and assure you, if favored with same, they will have our careful and prompt attention. 
Thanking you for the many favors ot the past, we are 
Very respectfully and truly yours, L. t. MAY & CO. 
BUliBS FOR HOUSE n^D GflRDEH CULiTUI^E. 
Bulbs are the most desirable winter bloomers, although certain 
varieties of roses, Geraniums and Fuchsias will do equally as well, while 
Carnations and Chrysanthemums are easily cared for, and will blossom 
profusely during the dreary winter months. 
Below we give a list of the most desirable bulbs and plants for 
winter blooming. 
Tulips, Iris, 
Narcissus, Snow Drops, 
liiUums, Calla Uly, 
Alliums, Sacred tily. 
Crocus, Lily of the Valley, 
Freesias, Ornithogalum, 
Frltiliarias, Oxalls, 
Tuberoses, Begonias, 
Hyacinths, Justlcias, 
Roses, 
Carnations, 
Chrysantlieniums, 
Fuchsias, 
Geraniums, 
Abutilons, 
Impatiens 8ultana, 
I'rliuula Obconica. 
CULTURE OF BULBJ. 
For House — The culture of bulbs is very simple ; they may be potted 
during September, October, November or December, watered well, and 
placed in a cool cellar or some dark room, and allowed to remain from 
•our 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 thev can have te 
make roots the better they will bloom. By bringing out "a few pots at 
different times a succession of bloom can he kept up all winter. If they 
are kept in a cool place while in bloom, the flowers will keep perfect a 
long time. 
For the Garden.— Nearly all kinds of bulbs are very valuable forout 
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 at a 
very low cost with the choicest flowers through the earlysprint months 
For planting bulbs in the garden, September a«d October are the 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 covered with straw 
leaves to protect them during the severe winter m»nths; whiUthisis 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 make 
growth in the early spring. After they are through flowering, the leaves 
soon turn yellow and die: the bulbs are then ready to be taken np and 
stored away for planting again the next season. 
GEHEt^flli DIRECTIONS. 
Post Paid.— We send all bulbs, plants and seeds free by mail, at 
prices quoted in this catalogue. 
By Express.— If plants, bulbs or seeds are ordered by express, they 
will be sent at purchaser's expense, 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 oucc, 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. 
Tour Order, no matter how large or small, will always receive our 
prompt and careful attention. 
PostofHce Alouey Orders may be obtained at nearly alt postoffices 
at a small cost. 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. 
Kxpress Money Orders can be had at the oflices of the American, 
United States, Adams, Northern Pacific, Great Northern and Wells 
Fargo & Co. Express Companies. 
Registering Letters costs but 10 cents, and money should be ent 
this 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 tbese directions 
we disclaim all responsibility. 
There Is uo safety In Postal Notes, and they are sent at risk of 
sender. 
Don't forget your name, PostofHce and State. 
THREE RARE BULiBS. 
FE/ICOCK TULIF. 
This IS certamly one of the grandest novelties ever introduced, and 
we are pleased to be able to offer it true to name. It grows to a height 
of about IS inches, and is one of the finest Tulips to bloom. The flow- 
ers are very large, andthecolor is aclear scarlet with a yellow or golden 
stripe through its petals, and a dark center bordered with canary, 
making a most novel and showy appearance. Very fine for pot culture. 
lOo. each; 6 for 50c.; 12 for $1.00. 
N/IRCIJJUJ IflFERIflL. 
The Imperial is certainly the " King of the IJaftodils." Flowers are 
very large, of a pure white. We have grown thousands of this variety 
for winter flowering, both for cut flowers and pot culture, and we can 
not too highly recommend it. 25c. each; 3 for 60c.; 12for$2.00 
TULlFfl QREIQII. 
This variety has been listed in some of the catalogues as "Queen ot 
Tulips," and it is certainly deserving of such a name as it is the most 
distinct variety we know of, and one of the most beautiful. The flowers 
are very large, of a brilliant orange-scarlet, with yellow and dark 
center. The foliage is oddly blotched with dark maroon. Very scarce 
and rare. 30o, each; 4 for $ l.OO. 
For 50c. we will send one of each of the above rare winter flowering 
bulbs. 
See the New Bulbs on page 6. 
