MICHELL’S SUMMER-FLOWERING BULBS 93 
MICHELL’S SUPERB 
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS 
Our strain is the finest grown; enormous flowers of the most 
exquisite coloring produced in great abundance. These can be 
grown in porch or window boxes, or in the garden in semi-shady 
places; can be started in pots indoors very easily. Plant outdoors 
in May, in a light, well drained soil, where they will flower uninter¬ 
ruptedly from latter part of June till frost. 
If wanted by Parcel Post, add 10c. per 
doz.; 20c. per 
100, 
for postage. 
Single 
bulbs mailed free. 
SINGLE BEGONIA. (Large Bulbs) 
Each Doz. 
100 
Each Doz. 
100 
Crimson . 
..$0.20 $2.15 $16.00 
Scarlet. 
. . .$0.20 $2.15 
$16.00 
Orange 
.. .20 2.15 
16.00 
White 
. .20 2.15 
16.00 
Pink and 
Yellow . 
.. .20 2.15 
16.00 
Rose . . 
. . .20 2.15 
16.00 
Mixed 
. . .20 2.15 
16.00 
Salmon . 
. .20 2.15 
16.00 
DOUBLE BEGONIAS. (Large Bulbs) 
Each Doz. 
100 
Each Doz. 
100 
Crimson 
. .$0.25 $2.50 
$19.00 
Scarlet. 
. . .$0.25 $2.50 
$19.00 
Orange.. 
.25 2.50 
19.00 
White . . 
.. . .25 2.50 
19.00 
Pink and 
Yellow . 
. .. .25 2.50 
19.00 
Rose . . 
. . .25 2.50 
19.00 
Mixed . 
. .. .25 2.50 
19.00 
Salmon . 
. .25 2.50 
19.00 
BEGONIA 
CRISPA. (Large Bulbs) 
The edge of each flower petal is exquisitely frilled. 
Each Doz. 
100 
Each Doz. 
100 
Orange.. 
..$0.25 $2.50 $19.00 
Scarlet. 
. . $0.25 $2.50 
$19.00 
Pink and 
White . 
. .. .25 2.50 
19.00 
Rose . . 
. . .25 2.50 
19.00 
Yellow. 
. .. .25 2.50 
19.00 
Salmon . 
. .25 2.50 
19.00 
Mixed . 
. .. .25 2.50 
19.00 
AMARYLLIS 
Cultural Directions.—There are few bulbs which will give 
the amateur gardener (or even the professional) more for his 
money or time than the Amaryllis. 
Place the bulbs, when they are procurable (usually from Fall 
until Spring), in pots 4 to 6 inches or more in diameter, and cover 
only to the shoulder of the bulb, leaving the neck protruding. 
Use a rich sandy loam mixed with some bone meal or Sheep 
Manure. Water sparingly at first, but increase as the growth 
increases. A temperature of from 50 to 60 degrees is the most 
suitable. The flower spikes, often 3 to a bulb, will develop quickly, 
and each bears several of the immense, beautifully colored, lily¬ 
like flowers. 
After blooming, it takes the foliage a considerable time to 
complete its growth, and the plants should be well cared for during 
that period, to insure next year’s blooming. Dry off gradually 
and after the leaves turn yellow, keep the pots in a cool and dark 
place for about 4 or 5 months, when they can be started again as 
described above. 
If wanted by Parcel Post, add 20c. per doz. for postage. 
GIANT AMERICAN HYBRIDS 
The finest race of Amaryllis in cultivation, exceeding in the 
size and fine form of their flowers as well as in the diversity of colors 
and markings, all former hybrids; flowers striped and flaked. We 
offer mixed colors only. 
Each Doz. 100 
Large selected bulbs.$0.60 $6.00 $47.50 
Choice mammoth bulbs.85 9.00 70.00 
FANCY LEAVED CALADIUMS 
These are grown for us by one of the leading Hybridizers. 
They are charming conservatory plants. Being of a tropical 
nature, they like a warm temperature. They do quite well outdoors 
during the Summer, if planted in a shaded place. The foliage 
covers a wide range of colors, making a grand display. The bulbs 
should be started in moss with plenty of bottom heat. 
Ask for leaflet on their culture and care. 
CHOICE NEW AND RARE NAMED VARIETIES 
35c. each; doz., $4.00 (by P. P., $4.10); $30.00 per 100. 
STANDARD NAMED 
HIGHLY COLORED VARIETIES 
30c. each; doz., $3.00 (by P. P., $3.10); $22.00 per 100. 
MIXED VARIETIES 
An assortment especially blended for us. 25c. each; doz., 
$2.50 (by P. P., $2.60); $17.50 per 100. 
Note. It often happens that the finest colored varieties do 
not produce the largest bulbs. The bulbs we furnish can be 
depended upon for best results. 
BEGONIA LLOYDII, Hanging Basket Type 
Unsurpassed for vases, hanging baskets, porch and window 
boxes. 
Each Doz. 100 
Mixed Colors .$0.25 $2.50 $19.00 
SPRING FLOWERING BULBS 
By C. L. Thayer 
Discusses the different kinds of Spring flowering bulbs, 
method of culture and uses. 128 pages. Price, $1.25. 
CALADIUM ESCULENTUM (Elephant’s Ear) 
As centerpieces in flower beds or for specimens on the lawn 
Caladiums are fine. Do not plant outdoors until after May 1st, 
but to get them in early growth, they may be started indoors. 
By By 
Each P.P. Doz. P.P. 100 
Jumbo Bulbs, 13-15" circum... .$0.55 $0.65 $6.00 $6.35 
Monster Bulbs, 12" circum. up. . .30 .40 3.50 3.75 $25.00 
Mammoth Bulbs, 9-11" circum. 
3 for 40c.15 .25 1.35 1.55 9.50 
First Size Bulbs, 7-9" circum. 
3 for 25c.10 .20 .90 1.05 6.00 
See pages 85 to 89 for complete list of Dahlias 
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