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ISBELL SEED COMPANY, JACKSON, MICHIGAN 
GIANT DARWINS 
Regal Beauties—Tall Stems 
This magniflcent May-flowering class of Tulips has of recent years gained 
universal popularity, so that they are now grown by everybody who loves 
spring flowers. The Darwins are unsurpassed for bedding and for cutting 
and most varieties do quite well in the house. 
The colors include rich scarlets, bright pinks and soft rose. There also 
are deep purples, violet and blue shades. 
OUR PRICES INCLUDE TRANSPORTATION CHARGES 
C^niA inches. New. Outstanding and distinct in color. Brilliant ver- 
wviiia milion with salmon flush, insidei orange-red and blue center. 
A most beautiful, large, cup-shaped flower. Blooms later than other Dar 
wins. 16c each; $1.75 per doz.; $12.85 per 100, prepaid. 
SCARIiET BEAUTY. 2 6 inches. Pure glowing scarlet without any mark¬ 
ings. Very bright and effective for bedding, either alone or in combina¬ 
tion with other colors. Each, 13c; $1.15 per doz.; $8.45 per 100. 
SUNDEW. Something entirely new in Tulips. The petals at the edges are 
well frilled, giving a very distinct and pleasing effect. Of fair size and 
brilliant crimson color. 9c each; 85c per doz.; $5.90 per 100, prepaid. 
V^nuc inches. AVonderfully effective shade of glowing deep pink. 
TtrliUa Extra large, cup-shaped flowers on sturdy and straight stems. 
A grand exhibition Tulip. One of the finest new sorts. 10c each; 95c per 
doz.; $6.90 per 100, prepaid. 
TOKAY, 28 inches. A new color that is very much admired in any plant¬ 
ing. Extra large flower of beautiful wine-red color, on a tall strong stem. 
Blooms late. Each, 15c; $1.55 per doz.; $10.85 per 100, prepaid. 
WHITE QUEEN. 24 inches. White, slightly flushed rose, turning pure 
white as flower ages. Desirable sort for cemetery planting. 8c each; 80c 
per doz.; $5.50 per 100, prepaid. 
YEDEOW DABWIN. 20 inches. Perfectly formed, large, globe-shaped 
flower; a glossy canary-yellow with black anthers. 9c each; 80c per doz.; 
$5.50 per 100, prepaid. 
Y l| /ilanl- inches. New. Rich golden yellow flowers of great 
I 61 low beauty and size with black anthers. Stems tall and 
strong. Thie finest yellow in this class. 15c each; $1.60 per doz.; $11.85 
per 100, prepaid. 
ZUIiU. 28 inches. Rich velvety black with shining purple edge. Large, 
egg-shaped flower. Plant with Parncombe Sanders (scarlet). Yellow Dar¬ 
win, or Dream (lavender), for a gorgeous display. 9c each; 85c per doz.; 
$5.90 per 100, prepaid. 
ZWANENBURCr. 28 inches. A very beautiful flower; color a pure spark¬ 
ling white, center marked with shining black anthers; the blooms have a 
spicy fragrance. 12c each; $1.20 per doz.; $8.90 per 100, prepaid. 
ISBEIiIi’S SUFEBB MIXED DABWINS. A well blended mixture of 
many varieties, giving you a fine range of distinct varieties and colors. 
For large beds and mass planting. 75c per doz.; $5.25 per 100; $50.00 per 
1000, prepaid. 
BEGUDAB MIXTURE DABWINS. Good value for large mixed beds and 
for cutting purposes; plant them freely. The cost is very small. 60c per 
doz.; $4.35 per 100; $40.00 per 1000, prepaid. 
Isbell's Economy Collection of Choice Giant 
Darwin Tulips 
The following standard, well proven varie¬ 
ties at decidedly low prices. This collection 
will give you a colorful display next spring. 
BARONNE DE LA TONNAYE. Bright rose- 
pink, very fine. 
BARTIGON. Large, showy flowers of fiery 
crimson-scarlet. 
CLARA BUTT. Lovely salmon-pink. 
REV. H. EWBANK. Soft lavender-blue color, 
YELLOW DARWIN. Bright clear yellow. 
ABOVE FIVE CHOICE TULIPS 
12 each ( 60 bulbs), prepaid for .•$ 3.50 
.50 eacli (250 bulbs), prepaid for . 11.85 
100 each (500 hulbs), prepaid for . 22.85 
The Interesting and Bright Colored Botanical Tulips 
This interesting class of Tulips should have a place in every garden. They prefer 
a dry location and are suitable for the rock garden, planted among low growing 
perennials or for odd corners. Kaufmanniana is the earliest to bloom of all Tulips. 
Eichleri is very bright and may be planted the same as other Tulips. Greigi is a 
gorgeous thing and does especially well in a dry, hot location. Clusiana, Florentina 
and Kaufmanniana naturalize readily. All these sorts should be planted in groups 
or masses and left undisturbed for years. 
CDUSIANA. 8 inches. The Little Lady Tulip. White, flushed rose, with violet base. 
Small flowers but very distinct and odd. Narrow, grasslike leaves. Plant in light soil. 
6 to 7 inches deep. Blooms in April. 3 for 25c; 85c per doz.; $5.90 per 100, prepaid. 
EICHDEBI. 12 inches. Brilliant crimson-scarlet flowers, with glistening black 
center banded with gold. A striking flower admired by all. Blooms very early. 
A very fine garden Tulip. 3 for 25c; 75c per doz.; $5.25 per 100, prepaid. 
FIiOBENTINA ODOBATA. 18 inches. Fragrant, deep yellow flowers, often two 
to the stem. Slender, graceful stems. Interplant with blue Grape Hyacinths for 
pleasing display. 3 for 25c; 70c per doz.; .$4.90 per 100, prepaid. 
GBEIGI. 10 inch es. A glorious Tulip. Glowing orange-scarlet, very large flowers. 
The foliage is green, spotted maroon. Blooms early and makes a gorgeous display 
in the garden. 3 for 75c; .$2.75 per doz.; $20.00 per 100, prepaid, 
KAUFMANNIANA. The W^ater iJly Tulip, 8 to 10 inches. Earliest to bloom of 
all Tulips. Good sized flowers with reflexed petals; creamy white, marked with 
carmine. Very attractive. Grows well in shady places. Plant 6 inches deep. 3 for 
25c; 85c per doz.; $5.90 per 100. 
Clusiana— 
The Little Lady Tulip. 
Y’^ellow 
Darwin 
King 
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