Giant 
Single- 
flowered 
Begonia 
Sunset’s Giant Exhibition 
TUBEROUS-ROOTED 
BEGONIAS 
Plant January to May 
These gorgeous flowers are as easily 
grown as Geraniums 
Our collection of these lovely 
summer-flowering bulbous plants 
is very fine indeed. We offer the 
erect, giant-flowering class, the 
flowers being borne upright or 
strong, sturdy stems. The va¬ 
rieties offered are distinct and 
beautiful, and those who try our 
strains will be well pleased with 
their magnificent size, perfect 
form and exquisite colorings. We 
have them in the double types, 
fully 6 inches in diameter, bear¬ 
ing a nearer resemblance to im¬ 
mense roses or double hollyhocks 
than Begonias. These and the hand¬ 
somely frilled types or plain edged 
singles were subject to unqualified ad¬ 
miration from the numerous visitors 
who sax/ them at the height of their 
glory. 
Cultural Directions: If there is any 
plant grown which is of easy culture, it is 
certainly the Tuberous Begonia. The same 
conditions accorded ferns suit them admira¬ 
bly. They require rich soil and plenty of 
moisture for best results. Above all, see that they have good drainage. If you prepare the soil properly, success 
is assured. Use one-third each of sand, peat, and loam. Mix well and plant the bulbs about inch deep. For out¬ 
door culture place the bulbs about 15 inches 
apart each way. They should be planted in 
part shady or shady locations, and do very 
well outdoors; can also be grown as pot- 
plants indoors. One bulb in a 6- or 7-inch 
pot is the general practice. Several bulbs 
can be planted in larger pots. Remember, : ‘ ‘ " * % 
the north side of a building, a north wall, or 
other shady spot is just the place for these 
beautiful plants. 
Giant Single-flowered. These often have 
flowers that measure 7 inches across. 
Plants grow as high as 18 inches. The 
blooms have a waxy texture, and a glow¬ 
ing sheen not found in any other flower. 
Crispa. (Ruffled Type.) This is a large- 
flowered sort with ruffled and fluted edges. 
Giant Double-flowered. Similar in form 
to a beautiful double rose. 
Giant Fimbriata. (Carnation-flowered 
Type.) Double flowers like carnations. 
Lloydi. (Hanging-basket Type.) This is a 
new sort with long, drooping stems and 
beautiful clusters of flowers. They are 
best suited for baskets, pots, and porch- 
boxes. However, the effect in beds is fine 
and many are used that way. 
We can supply any of the above five types 
in nine separate colors as follows: White, 
Yellow, Orange, Rose, Pink, Salmon, 
Scarlet, Crimson, Apricot, or Mixed. 
Strong selected bulbs, 15c. each; $1.50 per 
doz.; $2.75 for 25; $5.00 for 50; $9.50 per 
100 (plus 3 per cent tax), postpaid 
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Sunset's Giant Tuberous- 
Rooted Begonia Seed 
All varieties mixed. Pkt. 50c. 
All prices in this Catalog are subject to 
change without notice 
Begonia, Crispa 
Please include Sales Tax within the State of California 
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SUNSET SEED AND NURSERY CO. 
1720 Ocean Ave., San Francisco, Cal. 
