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D. M. FERRY & CO’S DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE. 
GLADIOLUS 
t The Gladiolus is one of the most decorative plants in the garden, and as a cut flower lends itself readily to any arrangement 
If the -spikes are cut when the lowest flower is in bloom, the others will open in succession and remain fresh a week or ten davn 
iso flower has gained more rapidly in public favor than the Gladiolus; this could not well be otherwise, for in addition to tho 
.great, intrinsic merit of the flower, it is hardy and blooms the first season from bulbs. 
Gladioli will thrive in almost any good soil except a stiff clay. They require full sunlight and are liable to injury only from 
rank manure. Plant the bulbs six to nine inches apart, the large ones four inches and the small ones two inches deep. Make an 
early planting of the smallest bulbs first as soon as the ground is sufficiently dry and warm. Continue to plant at intervals of 
two weeks during the spring and early summer; in this way a succession of bloom may be had from midsummer until frost 
A free use of water during the season of active growth and particularly as the buds begin to show color will be beneficial hi 
producing fine blossoms. In the autumn, before freezing, they should be dug up and the tops allowed to dry down, after which 
the dry tops, earth and old bulbs can be removed. Store in a cool, dry place, secure from frost until spring. 
America. Very light pink, exquisitely tinted with lavender. 
Much valued for freedom of bloom and size of flower spike. 
Each 5c; doz. 50c. 
Augusta. Pure white, with blue anthers. Strong, straight 
spikes. Each 5c; doz. 50c. 
Baron Hulot. Flowers dark velvety purple. One of the very 
best so-called blues. Each 10c; doz. $1.00 
Europe. Pure white. One of the very best of this class. Each 
15c; doz. $1.50 
Mrs. Francis King. A most effective variety for decorations. 
Spikes extra long; flowers brilliant pink, blazed with 
vermilion. Each 5c; doz. 50c. 
Mr*. Frank Pendleton. Of the largest size and most exquisite 
color. Delicate flushed salmon pink with rich maroon blotch 
on the three lower petals. Each 15c; doz. $1.25 
Myrtle. Tender and delicate rose pink. One of the most 
beautiful pink varieties yet introduced. Each 15c; doz. $1.50 
Panama. Rich rosy pink. Large fine flowers. Each ln r . 
doz. $1.00 CJ 
Peace. White with pale violet feathering on lower petals. 
Very large flowers well placed on a tall graceful spike. 
Should be planted early. Each 10c; doz. $1.00 
Princeps. Brilliant scarlet crimson with blotch of white in 
throat of the three lower petals. Each 10c; doz. 90c. 
Schwaben. Very vigorous and free flowering. Color clear 
canary yellow shading to sulphury yellow when open. Each 
15c; doz. $1.50 
War. Deep blood red shaded crimson black. Each 15c* 
doz. $1.50 
GLADIOLUS MIXTURES 
We recommend these choice mixtures with per¬ 
fect, confidence as they are composed of only the most 
desirable varieties and can be depended upon to pro¬ 
duce a most satisfactory display of magnificent flow¬ 
ers In many shades and colors. 
Each Doz. Per 100 
Shades of Blue and Violet Mixed • 10c. $1.00 $7.00 
" " Pink and White Mixed. 6c. 60c. 4.50 
Scarlet and Red Mixed- 5c. 40c. 2.25 
“ Yellow Mixed.10c. 75c. 5.00 
Striped and Variegated. 6c. 60c. 4.00 
Primulinus Hybrids Mixed. On account of their 
slender and graceful habit, delicate colors and 
attractive shape we believe these new hybrids will 
be much appreciated for indoor decoration. They 
range in color from the purest and lightest of 
yellows to the deepest orange and from the softest 
shade of pink to scarlet. The flowers are borne on 
tall, vigorous, brandling stems and for graceful and 
artistic arrangement in vases are unsurpassed. 
Each 10c; doz. $1.00; 100 $7.00 
Ruffled Mixed. A comparatively new class of Gla¬ 
diolus with beautifully ruffled and fluted petals. The 
flowers are large and borne on tall, vigorous stems 
and are most attractive for cutting. The mixture 
we offer is a combination of several of the most de¬ 
sirable shades of this new “rutiled type.” Each 8c; 
doz. 75c; 100 $5.0^ 
Giant Flowered Mixed. A mixture of the best Giant 
Flowered sorts in a wide range of shades and colors, 
and includes many named varieties of special merit. 
One of the most satisfactory mixtures of Gladiolus 
obtainable and one that is sure to give satisfaction. 
Each 5c; doz. 50c; 100 $4.00 
Tuberose 
The flowers of this well- 
known tuberous rooted 
plant are waxy-white, 
double and exceedingly 
fragrant. They are very useful in bouquets and house 
decoration. 
If early flowers are wanted fill five-inch pots half 
full of well-rotted cow manure and the remainder 
with good, rich, sandy soil. Plant the bulbs in this 
in March or April, water moderately and hasten 
growth by putting in a warm, light' place. When 
weather has become warm, plunge the pots in the 
earth out of doors. They will usually flower before 
cold weather; if they do hot. the pots can be brought 
in and bulbs will bloom in the house. 
First Size Bulbs, 5c. each; 50c. per doz; $3.50 
per 100. We will supply second size Tuberose 
bulbs 3 for 10 cents, .30 cents per dozen. 
Single and dozen prices include postage. The 100 rate 
is by express at purchaser's expense. 
Not less than six of any one variety supplied at dozen 
rates and not loss than 25 at the UK) rate. 
Gladiolus, Mr?. Francis King 
