FLOWERING 
BULBS 
For Fall Planting 
Depth at 
Which 
Bulbs 
Should be 
Planted. 
The bulbs can be 
They are not only certain to bloom abundantly, but are the easiest cared for of all flowera. . . , 
potted any time from September to the middle of December, though the earlier the better For the proper depth of 
planting and distance apart, follow the chart shown above. After planting, water well and place the pots or bo«s 
in a cool, dark cellar, or similar place for four or five weeks. This treatment is to develop a strong growth of roots, 
which is very necessary to secure vigorous flower stalks, during this period. If the soil shows signs of dryness, it 
.hould be watered. When the shoots begin to show signs of life, bring into a light, sunny window, water frequent- 
ly and give plenty of fresh air. Only moderate heat is required, avoid a high and close temperature. 
PI R lU ■ rl That all Bulbs offered in thi.i catalogue must be secured and planted in the fall, they 
release ISear in IVlinCl cannot be supplied in the spring. i. j 
Postage paid to any postofHce in the United States at prices quoted, except where offered 
'By Express," then the purchaser is to nay charges. 
^iven we can conceive of no 
necessity to warrant being so sent. 
TT 0<:.r,J AAr^naiT Money can he sent safely either by P. 
How to bend Money, icucr. ir your order am " 
methods. If local cheeks are used they must be certified. 
Included. 
We Deliver Free. 
r\ ' Arc strictly cash wiJhVh; order- WE DO NO F SEND C. O. D., as the cost of collecting return 
Uur 1 ermS charges is quite an unnecessary item of expense, and the prices being giv 
O order, hank draft, express order or rcBistcred 
IfyourorderBmountstoJl.M or more, it is hest lo ^•"■'ij^'^ y''„.^^|"^ 
— - We receive postage stamps the same as Cash, l/anaaian 
If tlie package is lost 
rr-i- /: CI • NofalT Fall Buliis are ready at the .saiiie time. 'file majority are ready to ship by the second 
Time of Shipment, week n "eotember: a few sorts, which are noted in Cntalotue. do not ma ure ..ntil October and 
Unless otherwise insTructed we will send the early bulbs as soon as ready, and the lute maturing sort- when u, fouU 
^„ ,,„„,g ordered of us shall reach the purchaser safely and in good condition. 
e oUaraniCC any of its contents injured on the way we will send asain. 
November, 
ondilion to ship. 
color and price: bein^ equaMy as goiid. if not superior, to the one, ordered. Should any of our customers object to tins course 
hey will slate so in their orders. 
Substitution " «"""^l™<^' occurs that our stock of some named varieties of Hyacinths or other hu"'' become exhausted 
Round Bed of Single Tulips 
Collection No. 1 
Round Bed of Single Early Tulips 
m Tulips, (solid colors) in four varieties, our selection; this 
amount is sulllei-.-nt for a bed .1 ft. ituliameter. I.un)s to be plaiit- 
e<l 5 inches annrt. Price $2.25 by express at customers ex- 
pense. One half the collection fur $1.15. 
Collection No. 2 
Round Bed of Double Early Tulips 
Hyacinth Collection "A' 
For a Round Bed 3 Feet in Diameter 
Outside row 13 blue. Second row 10 while. Center 5 rcii. 
The 30 Bulbs for - 
by express, purchsser's expense 
H« Tulips, four named colors, our selection, Tlie numl'cr 
Kivon is elioui^li for a bed 5 ft. in diameter, 5 in. apart. iVice 
$2.26 by express, at cubtoiuci's expense, 
tion $1. iS. 
One-half the collec- 
$1.50 
Hyacinth Collection "B 
For a Round Bed 4 Feet in Diameter 
5» 
Outside row ?1 wiiite 
Second row 15 dark blue 
The 50 Bulbs f or - - 
by express, purchaser's expense 
Third row 9 red 
Center 3 light blue 
$2.50 
L. L. MAY & CO., St. Paul, Minn. 
