The First Flowers of Spring 
The early spring flowers always have had a particular appeal to gardeners. Though they are not large, they seem to mean 
so much to us because they are the first ones. Plant them plentifully: Snowdrops, Scillas, and all the others listed on this 
and the following pages. Plant some Chionodoxa this year too. They make a splendid show, are perfectly hardy, and 
will last almost indefinitely. Fritillaria, Grape Hyacinths, and Scilla are seen far too seldom. We know you will like 
them. And be sure to include some of the Dutch and Spanish Iris and also a few of the Anemones. 
Chionodoxa —Glory of the Snow 
9480 Luciliae Deep blue flowers with a white center. This is a beautiful 
flower and showy wherever planted. Well-established bulbs furnish a number of 
flower spikes which carry 4 to 6 blooms each. Plant the bulbs 3 inches deep and 
2 inches apart in various locations throughout the garden, particularly in the 
rockery. They will provide a showy display for many weeks if planted in dif¬ 
ferent exposures. 12 for 450; 100 for $3.00; 1000 for $25.00. 
9481 Sardensis Intense bright blue with a lighter eye. A delightful 
companion to above, which when planted together make a pleasing contrast. 
Flowers increase in size each year and should be planted in all rockeries and 
perennial gardens. 12 for 450; 100 for $3.00; 1000 for $25.00. 
Quick Reference Planting Chart for Bulbs 
Depth to Distance 
Depth to Distance 
Cover 
Apart 
Cover 
Apart 
Anemone. 
.. .. 2-3" 
6" 
Jonquils. 
. 4-7" 
6" 
Brodiaea . 
. . . . 3" 
3" 
Lilies (depending 
Calochortus. 
.. . . 3" 
3" 
on variety). 
. 6-10" 
14" 
Chionodoxa. 
.. . . 3" 
2" 
Narcissus. 
. 4-8" 
12" 
Crocus. 
.. .. 2" 
4" 
Scilla. 
3" 
3" 
Fritillaria. 
.. .. 2" 
5" 
Snowdrops. 
2" 
3" 
Grape Hyacinth. 
. ..2-3" 
3" 
Snowflakes. 
. 2-3" 
4" 
Hyacinths. 
. . . 4-6" 
8" 
Tulips. 
6" 
6" 
Iris.Spanishand Dutch 3-4" 
6" 
Anemone 
The varieties of Anemones listed below are all large flowering. They are 
hardy and will bloom profusely next year if planted this fall. 
8904 The Monarch Large blooms on strong stems. In¬ 
cludes pink, rose, purple, lavender, etc. Cover bulbs 2 to 3 
inches deep. 3 for 250; 12 for 800; 100 for $5.75. 
8969 Poppy-Flowered De Caen of strong growth 
and very free blooming. Bright and showy colors. Blooms 
early in the spring and prefers moderately moist soil. 3 for 250; 
12 for 700; 100 for $4.75. 
8924 His Excellency A single flowering variety with 
large blooms of a brilliant Poppy-scarlet color. This sometimes 
is called Hollandia. The plants make a vigorous growth and bloom 
profusely during the spring and early summer. Entirely hardy. 
3 for 250; 12 for 700; 100 for $5.00. 
8909 St. Brigid Beautiful semi-double and double blooms 
in many showy and bright colors. This is a spring-blooming variety 
needing some winter protection. 3 for 250; 12 for 700; 100 for $5.00. 
Brodiaea 
9497 Mixed Colors Bulbs are small and produce grass-like 
leaves with flowers borne on long, slender stems. Flowers are pro¬ 
duced in clusters, wax-like in texture, very pretty, and last well either 
on the plant or when cut. Grow 15 to 20 inches high. Do well in 
semi-shade or in the rock garden in crevices of rocks. 12 for 700; 
100 for $4.75. 
Calochortus 
Mariposa or Butterfly Tulip 
The word Mariposa means butterfly in Spanish and is a fitting name for 
these gorgeously colored flowers with their butterfly-wing-like spotted petals, 
flowers are cup-shaped and of delicate colors, many marked with dots and 
pencilings, and as exquisitely lovely as an orchid. 
9382 Clavatus One of the largest; rich 
golden yellow, without markings. 
9384 Luteus Lemon-yellow which occasionally comes 
white, finely penciled and marked on the inside. 
9386 Splendens Clear, unspotted lavender with often as 
many as thirty flowers to a stem. 
9388 VeriUStUS A wide range of colors from white to purple, all marked, 
penciled and spotted. 
Any of the above four varieties: 
12 for 800; 100 for $5.75 
9389 Mixed Colors All the above and many other gorgeously colored 
varieties in a fine assortment. 12 for 700; 100 for $4.75. 
Special Collection Offers 
Four Gorgeously Colored Calocbortus 
__ All four varieties listed above ^ __ 
9822— 24 Bulbs .( 6 of each, value $1.60) for $1.25 
9823— 48 Bulbs .(12 of each, value 3.20) for 2.30 
9824— 100 Bulbs. (25 of each, value 5.75) for 4.25 
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