Formal and Informal Hyacinths 
The Hyacinth is stiff, prim and mathematical. It also has the attribute of color and the unquestioned gift 
of fragrance. 
Where to Plant 
There are many cottage types of houses, and formal types, prim in themselves, that can be beautifully set 
off with prim Hyacinth Beds. 
Hyacinths may be used informally with very delightful effect. Scattered in little drifts in the border, they 
can mingle with ground covers of Aubretia, Forget-me-not, Alyssum Saxatile, Tom Thumb Viscaria, Virginian 
Stocks, Pansies, Violas, English Daisies. Hyacinths may be scattered between perennials around a garden seat 
if only for their heady fragrance. 
As a pot flower and for spring decoration of the window boxes, the Hyacinth has few equals. Too few 
flower lovers have sensed the thrill of growing Hyacinths on water in Hyacinth Glasses. 
How to Plant in Pots 
Sand, imported Swedish Peat and garden loam in equal proportions, with some coarse rubble in the bottom 
of the pot for drainage. Plant one bulb to a 4 inch pot; three to a 6 inch pot; leaving the bulb tops slightly 
above the surface, and plant only one variety to the pot. 
How to Plant Outdoors 
For outdoor culture, in window boxes, or the garden bed, space the bulbs 6 to 10 inches apart. The depth 
of the top of the bulbs below the surface will vary from 3 to 4 inches, depending upon their size. A half handful 
of bonemeal mixed with soil in bottom of planting hole will supply ample food. 
Hyacinths on Water in Glasses 
Use only the first or Exhibition size bulbs. Place the bulb so its base merely touches the water. Keep 
in any cool, dark place until glass is filled with roots. Maintain the water level so it merely touches the base of 
the bulb. A bit of powdered charcoal will purify the water. Bring to the light where temperature is uniform 
when roots are fully developed. Hyacinth Glasses 50c each ; 60c postpaid. 
Exhibition and Bedding Hyacinths 
We offer two sizes: Exhibition or Large Bulbs, for growing on water, in pots, window boxes and the 
garden bed, to produce the largest, most magnificent blooms; and Bedding or Medium Sized Bulbs for massing 
and bedding and garden effect. 
Exhibition Size Bulbs, separate colors or mixed, are 20c each; 3 for 50c; 12 for $2.00; 25 for $3.75; 100 
for $15.00. 
Bedding Size Bulbs, separate colors or mixed, are 3 for 30c; 12 for $1.15; 25 for $2.25; 100 for $9.00. 
Fragrant Hyacinths 
Long lists of varieties only tend to confuse, therefore we offer below sorts proven to be the best. 
Gertrude 3 
Very fine, compact, rosy-pink flower. Excellent 
both for forcing and for bedding. 
Grand Maitre 3 
Fine, deep porcelain blue; very large, broad, well 
formed spike, strong stem; beautiful curled bells. 
King of the Blues 4 
Deep, glossy, late blue; large, well formed spike; 
medium sized bells of great substance. 
La Victoire 4 
Shiny carmine-red; large, well-filled spikes. Splen¬ 
did bedder where brilliant color is required. 
EXHIBITION HYACINTH 
Lady Derby 2 
Beautiful clear rose-pink; large, compact trusses. 
Early. Fine for bedding and forcing. 
L’lnnocence 1 
Most popular of all white hyacinths. Pure white; 
broad loose spike of elegant form. Large bells. 
Queen of the Blues 3 
Fine light blue with beautiful silvery shade; large 
well formed trusses. One of the best. 
Yellow Hammer 2 
Pure golden yellow, large, broad, well-shaped spike. 
An excellent pot variety and outdoor sort. 
Muscari (Grape Hyacinths) 
Charming spring-flowering subjects. They can grow 
under trees and shrubs and also do well in full sun in 
the border of a sunny spot in the rockery without 
special attention. They will yield rich dividends of 
pleasure as they increase in beauty and numbers from 
year to year. Plant about 2 inches deep where they 
are intended to remain. 
Botryoides Coeruleum 12 for 40c; 25 for 75c 
Bright blue, very free-flowering at the time of 
the Crocuses. This is the common blue Grape 
LIyacinth so well adapted to the rockery. 
Heavenly Blue 12 for 40c; 25 for 75c 
The best for mass planting. Flowers open just 
about the time the Crocuses are going off. 
Scilla (Wood Hyacinth) 
Flourish in sun as well as in shade under trees. Not 
particular about the soil in which they grow. Ideal for 
the wild garden, but they are not to be despised in the 
border, especially if they are left undisturbed for several 
years. 
The drooping, bell-like flowers are loosely spaced on 
stiff spikes. Plant about 3 inches deep. 
Campanulata Blue 12 for 40c; 25 for 75c 
Porcelain-blue, candelabra shaped bells. 
Campanulata Rosea 12 for 50c; 25 for 90c 
Soft lilac-rose. Charming companion to blue. 
Campanulata Alba 12 for 50c; 25 for 90c 
The pure white form. Large spikes. 
Chas. C. NAVLET Co., Inc. 
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