Hardy Small Bulbs that Flower in Earliest Spring 
Chionodoxa (Glory of the 
Snow) 
Luciliae. Bright blue with pure white center. 
Often a dozen flowers on each five-inch stem pro¬ 
ducing a very delightful effect. In bloom before 
the crocuses. Should be planted in clumps three 
inches deep where they need not be disturbed for 
years. 12 for 40c, 100 for $2.50. 
Er ant his (Winter Aconite) 
Hyemalis. With us this is usually the first 
flower of the new season — a cheerful bright 
flower like a golden buttercup above a collar of 
deeply divided green leaves. Height about four 
inches. One of the few bulbs that will thrive 
under trees. They self-seed freely. Plant about 
two inches deep. 12 for 40c, 100 for $2.50. 
Galanthus (Snowdrop) 
These are really winter flowers, coming into 
bloom whenever there are a few mild days in 
January or even December. When once estab¬ 
lished they increase by seeds and division, forming 
nice clumps that may be left undisturbed for 
years. Plant about two inches deep as early in the 
fall as possible. 
Byzantinus. This giant snowdrop has broad 
shiny leaves and large snow-white globular flow¬ 
ers. As it comes very early it should have a some¬ 
what sheltered position. 12 for 75c. 
Elwesii. Especially recommended for the 
warmer parts of the country where nivalis does 
not do so well. Larger than the old fashioned 
type. 12 for 50c, 100 for $3.50. 
Nivalis. The old fashioned snowdrop. With 
us it is usuallv in bloom in January. 12 for 45c, 
100 for $3.00. 
Leucojum (Snowflakes) 
Vemum. The spring snowflake. Nodding white 
flowers tipped with green on stems 6-8 inches 
high. Should be planted in clumps 4 or 5 inches 
apart and covered about 3 inches deep. 12 for 
75c, 100 for $5.00. 
Muscari (Grape Hyacinths) 
Grape hyacinths are one of the most dependable 
of small bulbs for naturalizing. Each bulb bears 
several spikes that last a long while. Established 
clumps, particularly in partial shade, grow stems 
that are long enough for cutting. The bulbs are 
so inexpensive that they can be used in large 
masses. 
Amethystinus (Hyacinthus Amethystinus). 
From the slender stems hang from 12 to 20 florets 
on curving pedicels. The wide-mouthed bells are 
a glorious clear China-blue with paler streak. Late 
May and early June. 12 for 50c. 
Azureum. (Hyacinthus Azureus). A very pretty 
little sky-blue grape hyacinth that starts flower¬ 
ing very early and stays in bloom for a month or 
so. Splendid for rock gardens. 12 for 50c. 
Armeniacum. This is a taller and stronger 
grower than Heavenly Blue. Each bulb produces 
many spikes of deep cobalt blue flowers. Strong 
spicy fragrance. 12 for 50c. 
Botryoides Coeruleum. Bright medium blue 
early flowering type. Fine for the rock garden or 
naturalizing. 12 for 30c, 100 for $2.00. 
Heavenly Blue. Splendid variety for mass 
planting, increasing rapidly. Stays in bloom over 
a long period as each bulb throws several spikes 
of rich blue blooms. 12 for 35c, 100 for $2.00. 
Plumosus (Feather or Plume Hyacinth). A 
most unusual flower bearing large feathery 
plumes of violet blue. May flowering. 12 for 70c, 
100 for $4.50. 
Scilla Campanulata 
Scillas 
The scillas are most satisfactory bulbs for 
naturalizing and borders. They thrive in wood¬ 
land or full sun and increase in beauty from year 
to year. Rodents or insects do not bother them. 
The campanulata (hispanica) varieties have erect 
stems 10 to 12 inches high—higher in rich shady 
places. To obtain the best effects they should be 
left undisturbed for several years when they form 
good clumps. 
Bifolia. Four to eight soft blue starry flowers 
on 3 or 4 inch stems. As they come very early, 
they are excellent companions for the earanthis, 
snowdrops, etc. 12 for 50c. 
Campanulata (hispanica) Alba Maxima. Fine 
large flowering white. The spikes somewhat re¬ 
semble Lily-of-the-Valley blossoms. 12 for 45c, 
100 for $3.00. 
Campanulata Blue. Splendid free flowering 
medium shade of blue. The most popular variety. 
12 for 40c, 100 for $3.00. 
Campanulata Rosea. A very attractive shade 
of soft pink. Fine large spike. 12 for 50c, 100 for 
$3.25. 
Campanulata Mixed. A good mixture of all the 
above colors. 12 for 40c, 100 for $3.00. 
Nutans. The true English bluebell or wood 
hyacinth. A charming scilla, less robust in appear¬ 
ance than Campanulata. Excellent for naturaliz¬ 
ing in bare shady places. White, blue, or mixed. 
12 for 60c, 100 for $4.00. 
Sibirica. Of all the early spring flowers we 
think this has the most delightful color—the 
clearest intense blue with no markings. Each 
bulb produces several four-inch spikes bearing a 
number of the bright little star-shaped flowers. 
Remains in flower longer than most of the early 
spring bulbs. Plant three inches deep in shade or 
sun. First size bulbs, 12 for 45c, 100 for $3.00. 
Sibirica Spring Beauty. A greatly improved 
type. The blooms are very much larger on taller 
stems. The color is a brighter blue. 12 for $1.25. 
None of the little bulbs available after Nov. 15. 
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