COLCHICUM (saffron) 
In the H ouse 
As the illustration shows^ this amazins bulb will bloom without 
soil/ water or any care. Simply place the bulbs on the table and 
watch the flowers open. Beautiful for gifts. Ideal for apartments. 
Interesting for an invalid. Placed in a dish near the light with soil 
and moisture, better results are obtained. 
In the Garden 
These autumn flowering bulbs are at home either in the border, 
lawn or rock garden. The large Crocus-like blossoms appear after 
the foliage has died down and they give, when established, a 
succession of flowers from August till October. 
Colch icums will bloom under nearly any conceivable condition. 
You can put them in cold storage, in a dark cellar, pack them away 
in boxes, plant them in the ground, or set them on the dining 
room table. Outside of destroying them, it is impossible to keep 
them from blooming. If allowed to bloom without sunlight, 
however, the flowers are pale and not as attractive as if given a little sun light. 
We know of no other flower that will be as interest¬ 
ing and will give you the pleasure these bulbs will. Be 
sure to try some of them this year. 
Give a few to your friends. They make an interesting 
gift that will not be forgotten. 
Early orders are imperative as the flowers insist on 
coming when ready. Shipment in August. 
2 for $1.00 5 for $2.00 10 for $3.50 
100 for $25.00 
Postpaid 
GARDENVILLE BULB GROWERS 
TACOMA, WASHINGTON 
