E. Bridgewater Dahlia Gardens J. K. Alexander, E. Bridgewater , Massachusetts 
Hyacinths 
The Hyacinth is one of the most popular of the Fall bulbs and commands a place in every home and garden, 
lhere is nothing more attractive than a well-grown pan of Hyacinths, with their brilliant colors and delightful 
fragrance, together with their long keeping qualities and decorative appearance. Hyacinths may be brought to 
bloom about the latter part of January and if taken into the house at intervals, flowers may be obtained until the 
middle or latter part of April. 
Culture in Pots ^^en potting Hyacinths for growing indoors a medium light, well-enriched soil 
j——■----- is best suited, placing some broken crock in the bottom for drainage. Set the 
bulbs about £ inch below surface of soil, giving thfcm a thorough watering and put them away in a dark, cold 
place, so that they will not freeze; water them as often as need be to avoid drying. They should be allowed to 
remain for at least 12 weeks, or until the pot is well filled with roots, when they may be removed to a warmer loca¬ 
tion, but still kept dark until a growth of 4 to 5 inches is made, then bring to the light gradually until allowed to 
flower. 
When a repetition of bloom is required, bring out one or more pots every week or ten days from place where 
allowed to root. 
Outdoor Culture P re P are the beds or borders where they are to be planted with well-rotted 
----- . manure, having it well dug over to a depth of at least 12 inches, being well 
assured that the soil is well drained to avoid any decay of the bulbs. Plant the bulbs at least 5 inches deep and 
6 apart. As soon as the ground begins to freeze, cover the beds with a litter of leaves, straw or pine boughs to a 
thickness of 6 or 8 inches. This covering should be removed as early as possible after all danger from severe cold 
weather is past. 
Single Named Hyacinths 
25 cents each, $2.50 per doz., $5.00 lor 25 prepaid to any part of United States. 
GIGANTEA. Delicate shade of blush pink; large truss. 
KING OF THE BLUES. Rich dark blue, fine, close spike. 
Bright glistening red when growing in the open; under glass a dark pink. Large truss. 
LTNNOCENCE. A pure white. One of the best. 
PERLEBRILLIANT. Sky bhie, tinged lilac; the finest light blue. 
QUEEN OF PINKS. Brilliant pink. Long compact spike. 
Hyacinths under Colors for Bedding 
10 cents each, $1.00 per doz., $8.00 per 100. Prepaid to any part of United States 
Dark red 
Rose and Pink 
Pure White 
Blush and Tinted White 
Light Blue and Lavender Yellow 
Dark Blue and Purple Mixture of Colors. 
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