D. M. FERRY &. CO., DETROIT, MICH. 
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BULBS AND ROOTS TaSK? 
Included in this class are some of our most showy garden flowers and their culture is very easy. Iu the spring after danger 
from frost is over, plant in a rich, loamy soil, having a sunny position and flowers the same season are assured. 6 6 
All bulbs and roots will be sent by mail or express, charges prepaid, when ordered at single or dozen rates \t the 100 rate 
they will be sent by express or freight, the purchaser paying the charges unless otherw is.- stated Not less than" six of am one 
variety supplied at dozen rates and not less than 25 at the 100 rate. < Inters with money should he sent to ns as early as possible 
and they will be filled in rotation. Bulbs subject to injury by frost will not be seut until such danger is over ' ^ 
Caladium 
Escul entum. 
Known also as 
Elephant's Ear. 
This is one of 
the finest tropical plants which can be grown in 
the open air in the north. It can be made to 
produce three to ten leaves three to four feet long 
and nearly as wide, on stalks four to six feet high. 
The soil best suited to Caladiums is a mixture 
of fibrous loam, leaf mold, peat and well rotted 
cow or sheep manure in equal parts, with a 
sprinkling of sand added. Bulbs may be planted 
outdoors as soon as danger of frost is over, 
covering about three inches deep; or for largest 
growth start early indoors in pots and set out 
when the weather is warm and settled. But 
little water must be given to the roots till 
active growth commences when, as the plants 
develop, they require an abundance. Humidity 
and warmth are necessary for their best develop¬ 
ment. 
First Size Bulbs. Nine inches and over in circum¬ 
ference. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Second Size Bulbs. Seven to nine inches in cir¬ 
cumference. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 
Third Size Bulbs. Under seven inches in cir 
curnference. Each 10c; doz. $1.00 
Dahlia 
There are few flowers 
that compare with 
the Dahlia in charm¬ 
ing diversity of form 
and wide range of 
brilliant colors, and certainly no other surpasses 
it for autumn display in the garden as well as 
for cutting. 
The “Decorative” types are characterized by 
gracefully formed flowers of large size with 
broad petals, being intermediate in form be¬ 
tween the compact “Show” sorts which are 
nearly round and the “Cactus” varieties which 
have loosely formed blossoms with long twisted 
petals. 
The roots are tender and easily injured by 
frost. They should be set out three feet apart, 
after all danger of frost is over. The best 
blooms are sometimes obtained if planting is 
deferred until about June 1. The soil should be 
deeply dug and well drained but only moderately 
enriched with thoroughly rotted barnyard 
manure. A stiff clay should .be avoided. A sunny situation is desirable as well as plenty of space and air. Place-the roots 
horizontally, covering two to three inches deep. Give thorough cultivation and during dry weather water well once a week 
Larger blossoms are usually obtained if most of the side shoots are removed. Dahlias usually do not require much fertilizer 
and fresh barnyard manure especially should not be used. The plants should be supported by tying to stakes. The roots should be 
placed during winter in a cool cellar but not allowed to freeze. 
Decorative Dahlia 
Countess of Lonsdale (Cactus) Apricot shaded salmon-red. 
An early, very attractive cactus variety. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Delice ( Decorative) One of the very best bright rose-pink 
decorative dahlias; long stems for cutting. Each 25c; doz.$2.50 
General Buller (Cactus) Rich deep crimson tipped with white. 
Very attractive. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 
Golden Gate (Hybrid Cactus) Deep orange yellow, overlaid 
bronze. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 
J. H. Jackson ( Cactus) Very large, rich velvety maroon. 
Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Jack Rose (Decorative) Large brilliant crimson. One of the best 
decorative dahlias for garden or cutting. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Merlin (Show) Bright orange scarlet. Early flowering. 
Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
President Vigor ( Colarette > Richest garnet with smaller collar 
of white. Exceptionally attractive. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Queen Victoria (Show) Clear canary yellow. An early and 
profuse bloomer. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 
Queen Wilhelmina (Paeony Flowered) The best large pure 
white. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Robert Bloomfield (Show) Pure white, large and free flower 
ing. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Souv. de Gustave Douzon ( Decorative ) Beautiful orange 
scarlet. One of the best. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
Sylvia ( Decorative) Deep pink shading to flesh pink at center; 
best decorative form. Each 20c; doz. $2.00 
Twentieth Century (Singh ) Intense rosy crimson, white tips 
and white disc around yellow center. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
EACH DOZ. 
Dahlia, Double Orange . 20c. $2.00 
" P>nk . 20c; 2.00 
Red.20c. 2.00 
White . 20c. 2.00 
Yellow . 20c. 2.00 
Mixed. 15c. 1.50 
A/ir*** Sometimes called Mignonette Vine. 
iTiaucil <* V 11IC This tuberous rooted climber of 
dense, branching growth has thick, heart-shaped, glossy green 
leaves and delightfully fragrant, small feathery, white 
blossoms produced in long hanging racemes. Plant in 
spring after danger of frost is past. It is of rapid growth, 
and is fine for porches and covering arbors in a single season. 
Perennial, but take up roots in fall as the plant will not en¬ 
dure frost. Each 5c; doz. 40c. 
Tritoma 
Pfitzeri. An improved variety of the plant 
sometimes called Red Hot Poker. The hand¬ 
some flowers are produced in large spikes of rich orange-red 
tinted flower tubes. Plant two feet apart. Tritornas are 
hardy south of Cincinnati when well covered in winter. In 
the north, dig up the plants in November, place in boxes 
with dry earth and store in a cellar. In spring place in a 
warm, sheltered, well drained spot, preferably with a back¬ 
ground of shrubbery. Each 25c; doz. $2.50 
