Established 1845 . 
September, 10 OO. 
Wn. ELLIOTT & S0N5. 
CATALOGUE OF 
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FOR FALL PLANTING. 
XE of the most {)leasiug and inexpensive pastimes that can be indulged in, one equally 
interesting and instructive to young or old, is the cultivation of bulbous roots, either 
in the garden, greenhouse or sitting-room. For indoor blooming, either in pots or 
glasses, the Hyacinth and Tulip deservedly hold first place. Furnishing a wealth 
of bright-colored bloom, of delicious fragrance, throughout the dreary Winter 
months, their presence adds a brightness to the home that is simply charming. 
The outdoor display, so captivating in early Spring, never fails to excite enthusiasm. The tiny Snow¬ 
drop, the modest Crocus, the dainty Daffodil, the brilliant Tulip, as they pass in succession with advancing 
Spring, mantle our gardens with prismatic colorings, rarely equaled. 
Culture in Glasses. —The best single varieties should be selected for this mode of culture. Use 
soft water, and fill the glasses so that the base of the bulb will just come in contact with the water. Keep 
in a dark, cool place until the roots are about six inches long, after which expose to the light and air in a 
warm room. Add water occasionally as it evaporates, and should it become impure, change, being careful 
to avoid injury to the roots. 
Culture in Pots. —Select solid heavy bulbs, and plant in a rich sandy loam, using a four or five inch 
pot for each bulb, and inserting the bulb, so that the top is just level with the surface. Water thoroughly 
and set away in a cool, dark place, or bury in the open ground to the depth of six inches for several weeks. 
After this they can be removed to a light and warm location, where they will soon fiower. By bringing in 
a few pots at a time, about two weeks apart, a succession of bloom may be had. 
Culture in the Garden. —To secure good results, planting should be done early in the Fall, say from 
October until November; bulbs do well in ordinary soil, and should be planted from three to four inches 
below the surface, and protected with a light coating of manure, to regulate temperature; in making your 
bulb bed, secure a sunny exposure, if possible—the results will be much more satisfactory. 
BULBS BY riAIL _Do not neglect to add postage, as indicated, when bulbs are ordered by mail, 
otherwise we will be obliged to reduce the quantity sufficiently to cover the cost of mailing. Some few 
varieties are mailed free at single and dozen rates, but these are so noted. Large quantities go by express 
or freight, according to instructions. 
REniTTANCES.—Eemittances may be made at our risk by Bank Draft, Post Office Money Order, 
Exju’ess Order or Kegistered Letter. Small amounts may be sent by ordinary mail, and postage stamps 
can always be used by us to advantage (one and two-cent denominations preferred). 
