BOTANICAL TULIPS OR SPECIES 
Tulip Kaufmanniana 
We are listing here some of the finest tulip 
species. Since they are the ones that grow readily 
under garden conditions they are moderate in 
price. They may be planted in deep sunny pockets 
in the rock garden or other places where they will 
have deep soil, good drainage and plenty of sun. 
Plant 5 to 7 inches deep and do not disturb for 
several years. 
Clusiana (Candlestick or Lady Tulip). A charm¬ 
ing little flower of bright rose edged white. Slen¬ 
der tall stem and very narrow long foliage. (14-in.) 
12 for 90c, 100 for $6.50. 
Eichleri. Large flowers of brilliant crimson 
scarlet with a glistening black center marked 
gold. Very effective in the rock garden or border. 
With us it is as easy to grow as the early tulips. 
12 for 90c, 100 for $7.00. 
Grcgii. This variety created a sensation in our 
plantings this year. The flowers are simply huge 
and of a most vivid shade of orange-scarlet. The 
foliage is unlike any other tulip—mottled with 
brown purplish dots. Each 40c, 12 for $4.00. 
Kaufmanniana (Waterlily Tulip). Large creamy 
flowers marked on the outside with carmine. In 
the sun the flower opens flat showing the yellow 
center. The earliest of all tulips. (8-in.) 12 for $1. 
Marjoletti. Pale yellow flowers with the ex¬ 
terior base rosy red. Very charming for cutting. 
(16-in.) 12 for $1.00. 
Culture of Tulips 
Tulips should be planted in September or Octo¬ 
ber for the best results. We find earlier planting 
gives better results than late, although in this 
climate tulips can be planted as late as December. 
While a great part of the size of the blooms is 
determined by the size of the bulbs planted, it is 
essential that the bulbs be provided with a liberal 
supply of plant food. Bone meal is always rec¬ 
ommended but we prefer a well balanced plant 
food such as Vigoro. If manure is used be sure it 
is well rotted and worked carefully all through 
the soil. Cover the bulbs about four inches and 
where the winters are severe mulch with straw 
or dry leaves after the ground is frozen. Lift the 
bulbs every year when the leaves are turning 
yellow. Dry carefully. Do not expose the bulbs 
to the sun or wind. In the fall clean off all old 
loose skin, roots, etc., and reset again. 
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WEST COAST NATIVE BULBS 
We are offering here a number of our western 
natives. These are carefully chosen for general 
planting and have been grown successfully over 
most of the country. 
Brodiaeas 
Hardy and easily grown in almost any soil that 
has good drainage. Plant about 3 inches deep in 
sun or light shade where they can be left alone. 
A mulch of leaves in the winter is advisable 
where the winters are severe. 
The flowers are very long-lasting either in the 
garden or when cut. 
Bridgesii. Very handsome species. Large umbel 
with as many as 50 florets which are widely 
spreading. A fine reddish-violet color. 12 for 60c. 
Capitata. A close cluster of violet-blue flowers 
on slender stems about 2 ft. high. A long lasting 
cutflower. 12 for 50c. 
Coccinea (Brevoortia Ida-Maia). Floral Fire¬ 
cracker. Each stem bears a head of brilliant crim¬ 
son red tubular flowers with pea-green tips. 
Stems 1-2 ft. 12 for 70c. 
Hendersonii. This pretty species has a head of 
eight to twelve tubular flowers, soft yellow with a 
purple line down the center of each segment. 
About 12 inches high. 12 for 60c, 100 for $4.00. 
Lactea. Numerous cupped florets of white 
with green midrib on stems about 2 ft. high. 
12 for 50c. 
Laxa. “Blue milla.” The fine blue flowers 
grow in a large umbel. One of the best for 
naturalizing. 12 for 60c. 
Pulchella (Multiflora). A close cluster of violet- 
blue flowers on strong slended stems that often 
reach three feet high. Very long lasting on the 
plant or when cut. 12 for 50c, 100 for $3.50. 
Erythroniums 
These lovely lily-like flowers are also known 
as Dog-tooth violets or Trout lilies. Their attrac¬ 
tive appearance is increased by the richly mottled 
leaves. They prefer light shade and a moist but 
well drained soil rich in leaf mold. Plant about 
3 inches deep. 
Giganteum. Large creamy flowers with deeper 
center. Vigorous and easily grown. 12 for 60c. 
Hartwegii. Large flowers of creamy yellow 
shaded orange in the center. Stands more heat 
than other varieties. 12 for 60c. 
Hendersonii. One to four lily-shaped flowers 
of light purple with deep maroon center. Leaves 
mottled with dark brown. 12 for 50c. 
Revolutum Johnsonii. One of the most beau¬ 
tiful. Lovely rose-pink flowers and glossy leaves 
mottled with brown. 12 for $1.00. 
From Santa Clara, Calif.: “The bulbs you sent 
were splendid looking and we appreciate the gen¬ 
erous quantities, and are looking forward to a 
fine display in the spring.” 
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