Lilies, unlike Tulip bulbs, are not all grown in one locality under 
one and the same conditions, but are gathered together from many 
foreign countries. All ripen off at different times of the year; there¬ 
fore, orders for Lilies cannot always be filled at one time. The re¬ 
quirements of Lilies vary with each variety. We have a booklet on 
their culture, which will be sent to you upon receipt of 25c. 
Because of the lack of knowledge and the carelessness of many 
planters, we do not guarantee Lilies to grow. We do, however, 
guarantee to supply you bulbs in good condition and will replace 
without charge, any damaged bulbs, immediately upon hearing from 
you. 
*Auratum (Gold-Banded Japan Lily). 
Large bulbs. 9-11 in. circum. Each, 30c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 
Mam. bulbs. 11-13 in.circum. Each, 40c; doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 
Undoubtedly one of the finest. Its large, graceful, fragrant flow¬ 
ers are composed of 6 petals of a delicate ivory-white color, 
thickly studded with chocolate-crimson spots and striped through 
the center a golden yellow. 3 to 5 feet. July to September. 
(Color illustration, page 37). 
*Auratum platyphyllum. 
Large bulbs. 9-11 in. circum. Each, 40c; doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 
Mam. bulbs. 11-13 in.circum. Each, 50c; doz., $5.00; 100, $40.00. 
Also called “Macranthum.” This is a robust growing form; the 
stem is stouter and attains a greater height; the leaves are much 
broader; enormous flowers, white, richly spotted yellow. Un¬ 
doubtedly the choicest of all. 
*Auratum pictum. Each, 50c; $5.00 per 12; $40.00 per 100. 
Is another splendid form of Auratum and fortunately a stronger 
grower. 
Backhouse Hybrid Lilies in Mixture. $3.50 each; $35.00 per 12. 
Not unlike Lilium Martagon in form. Their pastel colors, how¬ 
ever, range from dull pink through pale apricot to rich orange 
and brown. We offer a Mixture, consisting of carefully selected 
colorings; a splendid investment that will increase in value and 
beauty from year to year. Only limited stock is available. 
*Batemanniae. Each, 30c; $3.00 per 12; $20.00 per 100: 
Clear, glowing apricot flowers, from 3 to 4 inches in diameter, on 
stems about 3 feet high, borne from 4 to 6 in a terminal umbel 
or cluster; free of spots. Is at its best early in August. 
*Browni. Each, 65c; $6.50 per 12; $50.00 per 100. 
One of the finest and most satisfactory Lilies. The flower stem is 
3 to 4 feet tall, is tinged with reddish brown and the foliage is 
long, narrow, gracefully curved and of a deep green tint. The 
trumpet-shaped flowers are large, well-formed, and of great sub¬ 
stance, lasting a long time when cut. These massive, deliciously 
fragrant flowers open pale yellow, fading to a creamy white of 
great purity. The outside of the trumpet is streaked with brown. 
June-July flowering. 
:!: Carolinianum. Each, 35c; $3.50 per 12; $25.00 per 100 
A showy Lily with slender stems, bearing reflexed, orange-red 
flowers, spotted maroon. Requires a well-drained situation. July 
and August. Height 2 to 3 feet. 
*Canadense. Each, 20c; $2.00 per 12; $15.00 per 100. 
Broad, funnel-shaped, drooping flowers, varying from yellow to 
orange; spotted inside; graceful and pretty. Fine among Azaleas, 
in damp peat beds or leaf mold. Excellent for naturalizing. June- 
July flowering. 
*Canadense flavum. Each, 20c; $2.00 per 12; $15.00 per 100 
Broad, funnel-shaped drooping flowers on longish stalks about 3 
feet high. Almost belhshaped with ends of the petals only very 
slightly turned back. Golden yellow, handsomely spotted inside. 
June-July flowering. 
*Candidum. (See page 39). 
*Chalcedonicum. Each, $1.00; $9.00 per 12. 
Grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet. Flowers in loose clusters small 
but symmetrical in shape, with recurved petals; bright red and 
waxlike. Does splendidly in properly drained heavy soil and even 
in clay; should not be disturbed when once established. Often 
flowers very poorly the first season, but nothing is more lovely 
than a clump of this Lily in bloom when established. June-July 
flowering. 
*Croceum (Irish Orangeman Lily). (True). 
Each, 40c; $4.00 per 12; $30.00 per 100. 
Bright orange flowers are carried upright; very hardy, thriving in 
any soil in a sunny garden border or among shrubs in half shade. 
Is at its best toward the end of June and early July. It grows as 
well in a city plot as in a country garden, while its leaves show 
by their deep green color, and the whole plant by its robust 
health and vigor, how little it worries about conditions. 
*Davuricum. (See Umbellatum). 
*Elegans, Mixed Colors. Each, 25c; $2.50 per 12; $18.00 per 100. 
The number of forms and varieties is legion, varying in color 
from pale lemon-yellow to rich orange-brown, embracing various 
tints of orange to almost red and from soft apricot to approaching 
crimson; varying also in flowering season. A planting of these 
in mixture through Funkia or Heuchera, produces a most effec¬ 
tive display. June-July flowering. 
*Elegans atrosanguineum. Each, 30c; $3.00 per 12; $20.00 per 100. 
Flowers of a rich dark coppery crimson with purple-black spots 
at base of petals. Attractive. 1 foot. 
*Elegans, Orange Queen. Each, 30c; $3.00 per 12; $20.00 per 100. 
Very handsome, producing in July, large orange-colored flowers 
with small, black spots; a strong, robust grower; very decorative 
in pots or borders. Height 15 to 18 inches. 
Giganteum himalaicum. Each, $2.25. 
The most majestic of Lilies, having stems 10 to 12 feet high 
when established, with large, handsome, heart-shaped leaves and 
from July to August bearing immense, long, white, trumpet- 
shaped, sweet-scented flowers. Groups of this noble Lily in wood¬ 
land or wild gardens produce a grand effect. It requires to be¬ 
come established before flowering freely and thrives best where 
there is an abundance of leaf soil. Plant very shallow. 
*Grayi. Each, 35c; $3.50 per 12; $25.00 per 100. 
Beautiful, satisfactory Lily to grow in damp, peaty soil; thimble- 
shaped flower of rich red, spotted with maroon. Culture quite 
easy. July flowering. 
*Hansoni. Each, 40c; $4.00 per 12; $30.00 per 100. 
Most desirable, not particular in its cultural requirements and ex¬ 
tremely handsome in flower; does well in light loam. Plant among 
low plants to protect young shoots, this being one of the earliest 
Lilies to appear in spring. Does as well in thin woodland as it 
does in the border. Height 4 to 5 feet, carrying blossoms 2 inches 
across, regularly reflexed, the petals being of a bright orange- 
yellow, spotted more or less with brown; of a waxy texture. June 
flowering. (Color illustration, page 37). 
*Henryi. Each, 40c; $4.00 per 12; $30.00 per 100. 
A splendid garden plant, vigorous in its growth, failing very sel¬ 
dom. One of the best border Lilies, reaching over 8 feet and 
more in height when established, and bearing more than 20 flow¬ 
ers of a rich, deep, orange-yellow. Fine foliage. Does well in 
both light and heavy loam. A partially shaded place, sheltered 
from high winds, suits it best. It is a beautiful Lily. August- 
September flowering. (Color illustration, page 38). 
Humboldti magnificum. Each, 55c; $5.50 per 12; $45.00 per 100. 
Erect stem, with whorls of leaves. Numerous drooping flowers 
borne in loose, triangular clusters of brilliant golden yellow, 
spotted with purple on the reflexed petals. It produces a splendid 
flowering plant; 5 feet high. 
~ jf Varieties not indicated by a star are Tl—. 
C-X available in limited amounts only. 
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