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Ilium 
Alliums are very attractive bulbous plants, producing erect bare 
stems with globular heads of flowers, somewhat resembling the Blue- 
lace flower or Bunch Primrose. Perfectly hardy, easily grown, and 
well adapted to rock gardens. Thrive in almost any soil in sunny 
situations. 
Acuminatum. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
Upright heads of bright red flowers. Height 10 to 12 inches. 
*Cernuum. 90c per 12; $6.75 per 100. 
Wide flat foliage and nodding heads of clear pink flowers. Very 
fine. Height 10 to 12 inches. 
Falcifolium. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
Three inches high, with large umbel of rosy purple flowers. 
:,: Neapolitanum. 65c per 12; $4.50 per 100. 
Producing in May to June numerous heads of graceful white 
flowers, prized for cutting; it is also a charming plant to natur¬ 
alize in shady woods, associated with the blue wood Sciila. Height 
1 5 inches. 
Pink Species. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
Not identified but it is one of the prettiest. Four to six inches 
high, with pink flowers, tinted lavender. 
*Unifolium. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
Six to ten inches high, with a handsome umbel of rosy pink 
flowers quite early. 
*Validum. 90c per 12; $6.75 per 100. 
Unlike the others, this must have moist situation. One of the 
most beautiful and ranks with the best of bulbous flowers. Abun¬ 
dant grassy foliage. Stems a foot to 2 feet high, with showy rose- 
colored flowers. Makes a large clump in time. 
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*Hippeastrum, Giant Hybrids. $4.85 per 12; $40.00 per 100. 
There is nothing that will give the amateur greater pleasure for 
growing in the house than these giant-flowering Amaryllis that 
are so easily managed. The strain we offer is the finest; strong 
bulbs throwing vigorous stems with 4 to 6 gigantic blooms of the 
most perfect form, ranging in color from pure white grounds 
with varied markings of rose, red and crimson to the richest self 
colors as scarlet, crimson and bright red. We can supply in mix¬ 
ture only. Delivery from November until April of giant bulbs 
guaranteed to bloom. 
*Halli lycoris squamigera. Each, 80c; $8.00 per 12. 
Produces in early spring attractive green foliage which grows 
until July when it ripens and disappears. About a month later, 
as if by magic, the flower stalks spring from the ground to a 
height of 2 to 3 feet, developing an umbel of large, lily-shaped 
flowers, 8 to 12 in number, of a delicate lilac-pink shade. The 
bulb is perfectly hardy; must be planted in fall. Cover crown 
about 4 inches. 
C/Jabiana 
!!! Stricta, Mixed Shades. 65c per 12; $4.50 per 100. 
An interesting bulbous flower sometimes called the Blue Freesia, 
for it is rather similar in both flower and culture. The colors 
vary from gentian-blue to wine-purple. They reach a height of 
about 8 to 10 inches. For Northern climates they should be 
grown like the Freesia for living room or conservatory decora¬ 
tions, but in mild climates they should be used in the rockery 
where they make magnificent brilliant masses of color. 
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(Hardy—Give Light Protection) 
Small bulbs producing grassy leaves near the ground, and very 
slender but stiff naked stems bearing a head of waxy flowers of great 
lasting quality. Their culture is the same as for Narcissi and just as 
easy as for that flower. They are easily naturalized in almost any 
soil. Plant them about 3 inches deep and leave them alone. They 
are especially happy under oak and deciduous trees, in the rock 
garden, or in rough, gritty soils. 
*Capitata. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
There are several species of Brodiaea called California Hyacinths, 
and a good one is Capitata. The stem is slender, capped with a 
head of violet-blue flowers. They revel in hot, dry places among 
rocks or in grit, and flower very early. 
*Coccinea. $1.05 ner 12: S8.27 per 100. 
Tall, slender stem capped with dazzling crimson flowers. Prefer 
a loose, gritty soil; beautiful for the rockery. 
*Grandiflora. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
Has a few large, glossy purple flowers of much beauty and great 
lasting qualities. The bulbs can be naturalized in any clay soil, 
especially if moist. 
*Hendersoni. 90c per 12; $6.75 per 100. 
Bears many flowers in an umbel. The ground color is light with 
a deep purple band down the center of each petal. 
*Ixioides. 70c per 12; $5.25 per 100. 
Called “Golden Star,” has an umbel like Hendersoni but with 
flowers of a fine golden yellow on stems 6 to 8 inches high. 
*Lactaea. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
Has a close umbel of milky white flowers. 
*Laxa. 70c per 12; $5.25 per 100. 
Is known as Blue Milla, and has a many-flowered umbel of fine 
blue flowers. It is one of the best for naturalizing. 
!S! Mixed Varieties. 55c per 12; $3.75 per 100. 
This mixture contains all the sorts listed in this collection and is 
good for naturalizing. 
nemone 
(Half Hardy—Must Have Protection) 
These popular flowers of French origin are exceedingly brilliant 
when in flower and excellent for cutting. They like to be planted 
about 6 inches deep in a cool, moist but well-drained soil. They will 
establish without any trouble and remain for years. For Northern 
*St. Brigid. 70c per 12; $5.25 per 100. 
These are the popular Anemone so frequently seen in the florists' 
shops in the early spring. The flowers are unusually large, with 
a wide range of rich and brilliant colors. 
*DeCaen. 60c per 12; $4.00 per 100. 
The plants are taller in growth than the St. Brigid and more 
single. They contain many fine shades of blue, white and scarlet. 
states we advocate early spring planting, for the Southern section 
of the country, fall planting is best. Cover in winter with strawy 
manure. 
*His Excellency. 60c per 12; $4.00 per 100. 
A grand variety bearing flowers measuring as much as 3 inches 
across, of the most vivid velvety vermilion, with glistening silvery 
white base and a handsome blue-black central boss. Height 
1 foot. 
*Apennina. $2.05 per 12; $13.50 per 100. 
Beautiful single bright blue flowers, a gem for the rock garden 
or shady border. Height foot. 
_ J Varieties not indicated by a star are 
available in limited amounts only 
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