SPECIALLY GROWN CALILORNIA BULBS 
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LILIUM HUMBOLDTII AND ALLIED SPECIES, continued 
HUMBOLDTII MAGNIFICUM 
A grand species, differing from preceding in having darker foliage, and in the spots on the 
flowers, each surrounded by a circle of crimson. Splendid growing and flowering qualities. 
It is sure to flower the first year after planting, and is a splendid grower. None better. First 
size, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz.; fine bulbs, 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. 
HUMBOLDTII BLOOMERIANUM 
Like the preceding in color and flowering qualities, but with a very small bulb and a 
small stem. Very pretty. 30 cts. each, $3 per doz. 
BOLANDERII 
One of the rarest of Lilies; 1 to 3 feet high, slender, with bell-shaped, deep crimson-red 
flowers, dotted purple. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. 
COLUMBIANUM 
Like a miniature L. Humboldtii. Bright golden yellow, spotted maroon. 2^2 to 3 feet. 
Good. 20 cts. each, $2 per doz. 
Lilium Washingtonianum and Near Species 
WASHINGTONIANUM PURPUREUM 
The fine halftone on page 18 shows the flowers to perfection as to form. They are from 
white to a rich wine-color, and change after opening; often 6 to 7 feet high, with a stout 
stem and many leaves, and as many as twenty-five very fragrant flowers. The bulbs are easily 
handled, but will not give a good bloom the first year. The Shasta Lily is a variety of this 
one. Large bulbs, 8 to g inches in circumference, 30 cts. each, S3 per doz. 
RUBESCENS 
(The Redwood or Chemise Lily) 
A beautiful and very distinct kind, having tall, slender stalks and exquisitely fragrant 
flowers of a tubular shape. On opening, they are white dotted purple, but soon change 
to deeper purple, and all colors between white and purple will be seen on one stem. To suc¬ 
ceed with this, drainage must be perfect. It is not easily grown. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. 
KELLOGGII 
Three to 4 feet high, with a slender stem and from three to fifteen flowers with pink, 
revolute petals. Very fragrant. 40 cts. each, $4 per doz. 
Culture of Group I 
The Lilies of the Humboldtii and the Washingtonianum groups are natives of cool 
slopes in mountainous regions, where they grow in forests, or where protected by a growth 
of shrubs. The soil is deep, perfectly drained, composed of clay or a rich loam, mixed with 
leaf-soil and the debris from broken-down rocks. In cultivating these Lilies, we should 
take lessons from nature. 
Situation of the Lily Bed. They should be planted where they are protected from 
cold winds and where the soil is not dried out by the direct heat of the sun. On large grounds, 
the ideal location is a glade in the woods. The partial shade of deciduous trees, the shelter 
of rhododendrons or bamboos, or similar shrubs, or of tall-growing perennial plants, may 
give conditions quite suited to their culture. A protected nook on the shady side of the 
house is best on small grounds, and ferns are congenial neighbors. 
Drainage. This must be perfect. If the ground is heavy and clammy, underdrainage 
should be given, and the soil made lighter and looser by the addition of humus. 
Soil. This should be a fairly good loam, mixed with humus and sand. New manures 
are always to be avoided with Lilies. 
Planting. They should be planted so that the top of the bulb is not less than 4 
inches from the surface; about each bulb put a layer of an inch or so of sand which will carry 
away excessive moisture and prevent fungous attacks. 
Watering. Lilies should not be kept water-soaked, but should have a moist surface 
■during the growing season. Kept rather dry after they have flowered. 
Never move a Lily Bulb Unless Absolutely Necessary. 
My very best success with Lilies of this group has been in a very loose, gravelly soil, 
rich with leaf-mold, and with water running above and percolating under the roots. 
From Tescott, Kansas: “Plants 1 have had from you did exceptionally well, especially 
Lilies and Cypripediums.’’ 
