A Word 
About Domestic Grown 
Tulip Bulbs 
It is with more than the usual satis- 
faction that this catalog is presented to 
you. Not only does it offer a large list¬ 
ing of the staple varieties but it also 
includes a great many new and note¬ 
worthy varieties that will bring joy to 
the heart of every flower lover. 
Nelis Tulips are American grown. 
They are produced in a soil and climate 
that makes them perfectly acclimated 
to domestic cultivation, and no new va¬ 
rieties are offered by us until they have 
given perfect satisfaction on our trial 
grounds, and are adapted for the Amer¬ 
ican climate. 
Nelis Nurseries are the largest grow¬ 
ers of Tulip bulbs in Michigan, and 
during the last blooming season approx¬ 
imately 400,000 people visited our ex¬ 
tensive fields, and after seeing them 
were fully convinced of the high qual¬ 
ity and blooming ability of our bulbs. 
That is why so many of them placed 
their orders then and there. Tulip 
Time at Holland, Michigan, has now 
become so well known that it is being 
classed as one of the nation’s major 
floral festivals, and the bulbs used for 
these plantings were all supplied by 
Nelis. 
It is, therefore, with full knowledge 
and authority that we recommend Do¬ 
mestic Grown Tulips and other bulbs. 
They are easier to grow, cheaper to 
buy, and once you have seen their mar¬ 
velous blooms you will understand whv 
we favor them so highly over the im¬ 
ported bulbs. Complete planting and 
cultural instructions accompany each 
order. You are urged to get your or¬ 
ders in early while the cho'Vest bulbs 
are available, as orders are filled in ro¬ 
tation as received. 
The Novelty Tulips offered below are among the most out¬ 
standing varieties of latest introduction and have been spe¬ 
cially priced so you may enjoy them NOW—-many years be¬ 
fore they become universally offered. 
As a beautiful addition to your garden or for gaining high¬ 
est awards at any spring shows, they are highly recommended. 
NOVELTY DARWIN TULIPS 
Doz. 
AMERICAN FLAG. 26 inches. Dark red with broad white 
lines and blue base, having the same colors as the American 
Flag. A real novelty. Each, 60c.. #6.00 
BLEU CELESTE. 30 inches. Dark heavenly blue, strong and 
sturdy. Highly recommended . 1.75 
ECLIPSE. 28 inches. The most perfect red Tulip in ex¬ 
istence today; a glorious crimson of perfect shape and form, 
and without any defect . 1.75 
GOLDEN AGE. Bright golden orange, strong grower and 
beautifully shaped; among the many new yellow Darwins 
of recent introduction, this is considered the finest. 26 
inches . Each, 50c. . 5.00 
INSURPASSABLE. (Award of Merit). Mammoth lilac 
Tulip on tall strong stem. At least three times larger than 
Win. Copland, and of far better color. Highly recom¬ 
mended. 27 inches . Each, 35c. . 3.50 
LA FRANCE. 28 inches. A beautiful self-colored bright 
rose-pink, large and strong flower with stiff stem. Extra. . 1.50 
MR. HOOVER. Beautiful new shade of clear lavender with 
light reflection, a most valuable addition in this color class. 
Recommended . Each, 45c. . 4.50 
MR. VAN ZYL. 27 inches. A glorious dark rose colored 
Tulip with a broad white border; beautiful clear and 
bright interior. A beautiful new novelty . 2.50 
TOPLIGHT. 26 inches. Creamy yellow. Excellent for bed¬ 
ding and highly recommended . 1.10 
WHITE GIANT. 30 inches. Absolutely the finest white 
Tulip offered today. Highly recommended . . Each, 25c. . 2.50 
YELLOW GIANT. 29 inches. A golden yellow Darwin of 
great beauty and substance. Much stronger and taller than 
any other yellow Tulip. Highly recommended. (Illustrated 
on page 5) . 1.30 
100 
12.00 
12.00 
11.50 
19.00 
8.00 
19.50 
10.00 
NOVELTY BREEDER TULIPS 
Doz. 100 
ALICE KEITH. A beautiful flower of orange-red with bronze 
border .$1.65 $10.50 
CHERBOURG. 32 inches. Old gold shaded light bronze; a 
large, egg-shaped flower on a tall and strong stem; one of 
the most beautiful Breeders. Recommended for exhibition 
purposes . 2.50 18.00 
DILLENBURG. 27 inches. A glorious salmon-orange. High¬ 
ly recommended for exhibition . 1.50 10.00 
Our Guarantee 
We guarantee every bulb we ship out to be 
strictly top size (with the exception of our 
Tulip City Collection which is a trifle smaller 
in size than top size bulbs) and to be absolutely 
true to name. We further guarantee every bulb, 
root or plant to grow and bloom and we will 
replace bulbs, roots or plants free of charge if 
found otherwise. 
How We Do Business 
All orders of $2.00 or more will be shipped 
fully prepaid if cash is included with order. 
Smaller orders must include an additional charge 
of 10c to cover transportation. 
CHARGE ACCOUNTS. As our business is 
spread over the whole country, no charge ac¬ 
counts will be accepted unless customer is well 
known to us and credit has been established. 
We supply 6 of one variety at the dozen rate; 
25 of one variety at the 100 rate; 250 of one 
variety at the 1000 rate. 
Prices in this catalog supersede all previous 
catalogs. 
NOVELTY COTTAGE TULIPS 
Doz. 100 
ADVANCE. 28 inches. A glorious orange-scarlet Tulip of 
tremendous size; a wonderful novelty .Each, 30c. .$3.00 
BARBARA PRATT. 30 inches. Cochineal-carmine with 
lilac-rose edge . Each, 30c. . 3.00 
MAYFLOWER. 24 inches. Beautiful light orange-scarlet, 
with glittering black center. The largest of all Cottage 
Tulips. Highly recommended . Each, 35c. . 3.50 
REV. JOSEPH JACOB. 26 inches. Geranium-red with white 
center. Another outstanding color . Each, 25c. . 2.50 18.50 
VIRIDIFLORA. 20 inches. Almost a pure green flower with 
a slight margin of yellow. Very scarce . 1.50 10.00 
GENERAL FRENCH. Beautiful shade of cerise-red, base 
blue. Extra large and sturdy flower . 1.00 8.00 
NOVELTY TRIUMPH TULIPS 
Doz. 100 
ELIZABETH EVERS. 22 inches. Lovely Fuchsia-red, with 
a very soft silvery suffusion. Base white and feathered. 
Very large flower of splendid form .Each, 30c. .$3.00 
NOVELTY DOUBLE EARLY TULIPS 
Doz. 100 
SALMONETTA. Beautiful rich salmon color. A new color 
sport of the well known variety Murillo. 12 inches.$1.10 $8.00 
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