MICHELL’S HYACINTHS 
SPECIAL NOTICE. —We have exercised unusual precaution to see that our growers send us full size bulbs as listed in centimeters; 
some offerings are being made at low prices under the headings of First, Second and Third Size, without reference to the measurements. 
PLEASE NOTE. —Original packages of Hyacinth Bulbs contain the following quantities: First size, 50 bulbs; second size, third 
size, and unnamed, 100 bulbs; miniature, 250 bulbs; if possible please order in these unit quantities. 
As there is a slight variation as to the time of blooming of the various sorts, we have indicated their relative time of flowering 
by letters following the variety, the A’s being the earliest, the D’s the latest. 
Single Hyacinth, L’Innocence 
How to Prevent Hyacinth Flowers from 
Splitting or Popping 
When removing Hyacinths from outside pits 
into the greenhouse be sure that they are moved 
quickly and pots covered at all times, to prevent 
exposure to low temperatures. If not done during 
this period the flower spikes will either appear 
split or will blast, ruining your crop. Be sure at 
any change in temperature that you make, that 
it is gradual, otherwise you will encounter the 
above conditions. 
Due to the uncertainty of prices on Hyacinths and Tulips at 
the time this catalogue goes to press, fixed prices cannot be made. 
We assure you, however, that when costs will be established, we 
shall be in line with all large and reputable houses. 
Our quality will be of the best, and all Tulips we furnish this 
season will be top size bulbs only. Our Hyacinths strictly up to 
sizes as specified in our list. 
Why not place your order on open account as so many of our 
customers are now doing? You are assured of QUALITY, SIZE, 
RELIABILITY and PRICE. 
SINGLE BLUE SHADES 
Grand Maitre. B. Deep porcelain blue, large bells and long truss. 
King of the Blues. D. Deep dark blue, a fine compact truss; an excellent 
variety for late forcing. 
Perle Brilliante. B. Light blue, large bells on a finely formed spike. 
Queen of the Blues. D. Clear silvery or light porcelain blue; bells medium 
size and thickly set on a strong stem. 
SINGLE PINK AND ROSE SHADES 
Gertrude. A. Deep rose pink; excellent for forcing; a large well filled truss. 
Lady Derby. A. Clear rose pink; an excellent forcer. 
Marconi. B. Rich rose pink, center flushed white, spike compact and of 
fine form; excellent for forcing. 
Queen of the Pinks. C. Bright rose pink, large spike and good sized bells 
on a sturdy stem; the ideal variety for late forcing. 
SINGLE SCARLET SHADES 
La Victoire. A. Brilliant scarlet, one of the finest red varieties, maintaining 
its color and excellent for forcing. 
Roi des Beiges. A. Deep scarlet, sturdy spike and large bells. 
SINGLE WHITE SHADES 
La Grandesse. C. Pure white, waxy bells; the perfect spike is full and long; 
excellent for late forcing. 
L’Innocence. A. Pure white, extra fine truss; excellent forcer. 
SINGLE YELLOW AND ORANGE SHADES 
City of Haarlem. C. Pure golden yellow, bells well formed on good spike. 
King of Yellows. C. A fine spike of perfect form, producing orange yellow 
bells, heavily set on the stem. 
Yellow Hammer. A. An excellent variety for pot culture, compact spike, 
well set with creamy yellow bells. 
Sizes We Offer in the Above 
Exhibition Size (19 ctm. up). We offer the largest or top root bulbs, that will 
produce extra large, well filled spikes. 
First Size (18-19 ctm.). Especially desirable for growing in pots or glasses, 
or for high grade bedding. 
Second Size (17-18 ctm.). For bedding these are ideal; also well adapted for 
forcing in pots or pans. 
Third Size (16-17 ctm.). Extra large bulbs. Just the grade of bulbs for the 
florist whose trade demands moderately priced bulbs; these are excellent for 
either forcing or bedding. 
HYACINTH GLASSES 
A few Hyacinths started in these glasses will increase your sales wonder¬ 
fully. We offer them in assorted colors. 
Each Doz. 
Belgian Style. Tall.$0.30 $3.25 
Tye or Low Pattern. 30 3.25 
See page 46 for Hyacinth Stakes 
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