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HOSEA WATERER, Philadelphia, Pa. . Fall, 1936 
Late Summer- and Fall-Flowering Crocus 
A group of bulbous plants unique in this family, as they 
flower in the fall instead of the spring. As a rule, the foliage 
appears in the spring, and dies away early. These Crocuses 
are highly recommended for the rock-garden, where the value 
of their blossoms late in the season can readily be appreciated. 
Planted beneath low-growing sedums, thyme, veronica, etc., 
their fragile stems are supported by the plants and the bulbs 
protected, and they will in no wise interfere with the blooming 
of these cover-plants. Those of the Speciosus type thrive in 
shade and moisture. 
These bulbs are available early and should be planted in 
August and September for flowering the same season. Some 
varieties that are listed here will bloom until severe cold 
weather arrives. 
Astiiriciis. Pale mauve to purple-lilac, darker at base. Iridiflorus. Outer petals purple-violet, inner petals pale lilac; 
$1.75 per doz.; $12 per 100. anthers lilac. Very distinct. $2.50 per doz.; $17.50 per 100. 
Nudiflorus. Large flower of rich clear purple. Late. $1.75 per doz.; $12 
per 100. 
Pulchellus. Lavender-blue, with orange-spotted center and white anthers. 
Very pretty. $1.75 per doz.; $12 per 100. 
Salzmani. Light violet with darker feathering. Likes a damp situation. 
$1.75 per doz.; $12 per 100. 
Sativus. Large purple-lilac flower feathered violet; showy orange anthers. 
45 cts. per doz.; $3 per 100. 
Speciosus. Bright violet-blue; light yellow' center and orange-red anthers. 
Very showy. 45 cts. per doz.; $3 per 100. 
Speciosus albus. A very lovely pure white variety. $1.15 per doz.; $8 
per 100. 
Speciosus aitchisonii. A very large, pointed flower of light blue. Very 
late. 75 cts. per doz.; $5 per 100. 
Speciosus globosus. Large dark blue flow'ers. Also very late. 75 cts. per 
doz.; $5 per 100. 
Zonatus. Rose-lilac, yellow center. Very lovely coloring. 45 cts. per doz.; 
$3 per 100. 
Fall-flowering Crocus, Zonatus Mixed. All varieties. 60 cts. per doz.; $4 per 100. 
Colcliicum (Meadow Saffron) 
Colchicums are autumn-flow'ering bulbs w'ith large, crocus¬ 
like blossoms appearing during September and October, but 
without foliage. The foliage, how'ever, pushes through the 
ground in early spring and dies aw ? ay about June. They are 
ideal for open woods and shady places and also for the rockery. 
If planted between some of the looser and more spreading 
plants, their blossoms will show to much advantage during 
the fall when other flowers are scarce. The bulbs will also 
flower in the house without soil or water and afterw r ard may 
be planted in the garden. They are perfectly hardy. Plant 
6 to 8 inches deep. Should not be confused with autumn-flower¬ 
ing crocus which are similar but of an entirely different family. 
Autumnale. A very free-flowering variety of a soft rosy purple color. Easily 
grown and very satisfactory. $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. 
Autumnale album. Has all the good qualities of above but with pure white 
flow'ers. Increases rapidly. $4.25 per doz.; $30 per 100. 
Autumnale albo-plena. Large, double, pure white flowers. Exceptionally beau¬ 
tiful but very scarce. $1.25 each. 
Autumnale major. A large variety of improved type with massive flow'ers of 
rosy purple. $4.25 per doz.; $30 per 100. 
Autumnale roseo-plena. Double, rosy lilac flowers. Sturdy and well formed. $4.25 per 
doz.; $30 per 100. 
Bornmuelleri. One of the very finest species, w'ith long, tubed, cup-shaped flowers of 
rosy lilac. Early flowering. $5 per doz.; $35 per 100. 
Giganteum. A beautiful soft violet with white center. Very large and late flow'ering. 
$6.50 per doz.; $45 per 100. 
Speciosum album. This is one of the largest flowering varieties. Pure white and an 
excellent grower. Very scarce. $1.50 each. 
Sternbergia 
Lutea major. A very effective autumn-flowering plant producing crocus-like flowers of a 
rich golden yellow. They make a charming decoration if placed in bowls or pots and 
bloom a few weeks after planting. Out-of-doors the Sternbergia likes a well-drained 
and somewhat sheltered situation, where it should be left undisturbed. The bulbs should 
be planted 9 inches deep and in cold districts a covering of dry litter provided. Excellent 
for the rock-garden. $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. 
Colchicum 
