9243 La France Soft rose-pink becoming lighter at the 
edges; pure white base and black anthers. The beautifully 
formed large blooms are always greatly admired, whether 
seen in the garden or as cut-flowers. Petals are of heavy 
texture so that the flowers are exceptionally long lasting. 
Stems are straight, sturdy but graceful. A wonderful Tulip. 
28 in. 3 for 300; 12 for 900; 100 for $6.50. 
9198 La Salle Giant flowers opening creamy white and 
turning to pure white as they age; anthers are black. Stems 
are straight and strong. 28 in. tall. One of the earliest Ideal 
Darwins when forced. 3 for 250; 12 for 800; 100 for $5.75. 
9158 Lilac Wonder An unusual color for a Tulip, be¬ 
ing porcelain-lilac with white base and distinct blue halo. 
A graceful flower of perfect form and lasting quality. Strong, 
stiff stems. 25 in. 3 for 250; 12 for 850; 100 for $6.00. 
9311 Lyon Rose Large, substantial flowers of clear, 
bright pink with light edges and bluish center. Excellent 
keeper. Stems are strong, erect and about 28 in. tall. 
3 for 300; 12 for $1.00; 100 for $7.50. 
9149 MargaUX Deep Burgundy-red, edged rosy cerise; 
blue base. Oval-shaped flowers of tremendous size are car¬ 
ried on strong, stiff stems. Distinct. 30 in. 
3 for 350; 12 for $1.20; 100 for $8.50. 
9182 Mermaid Light rose-pink changing to almost 
white at the edges; creamy white base. The flowers are of 
oval shape, quite large, and carried on strong, tall stems. 
One of the earliest to come into bloom and yet has great 
lasting qualities. 28 in. 3 for 300; 12 for 900; 100 for $6.50. 
9239 Mrs. Grullemans A glorious pure white Ideal 
Darwin with light sulphur-yellow anthers. Flowers are 
very large, exceptionally long lasting, and borne on tall, 
stiff stems. Considered the best White Darwin. 27 in. 
3 for 500; 12 for $1.75; 100 for $12.00. 
9312 Muriel For those who like rare colors, this Tulip, 
with its clear reddish violet color, will find a welcome place. 
It is also distinct in shape, the outer petals slightly reflex 
when in full bloom. Long-keeping flowers; strong, straight 
stems. 25 in. 3 for 300; 12 for 950; 100 for $7.00. 
9178 Pansy Blue (See colored illustration on front cover.) 
Deep rosy lavender with a sheen of lilac; large white base. 
A wonderful Tulip in every way—large flowers of heavy 
texture, long keeping, and borne on long, strong stems. 
27 in. 3 for 250; 12 for 750; 100 for $5.50. 
9313 Red Spider Splendid, long flowers of a glorious 
cherry-red shade set off by an attractive blue center. Petals 
have good substance so are very long keeping. Stems are 
strong and straight. Excellent garden variety. 28 in. 
3 for 400; 12 for $1.40; 100 for $10.00. 
9316 San Michelle Giant flowers of a beautiful cerise- 
scarlet shade becoming lighter on outside edges of the petals; 
inside is a gorgeous vermilion set off by a large blue base. 
Stems are long, straight and sturdy. Effective in the gar¬ 
den; lovely for cutting. 28 in. 
3 for 450; 12 for $1.60; 100 for $11.00. 
9176 Scotch Lassie Very large flowers of pure lilac- 
lavender, darker colored inside; dark blue base. Flowers 
are of open form with outer petals slightly reflexed. Very 
clear color and a valuable addition to the lavender colored 
varieties; in fact, flowers are larger, more substantial and 
of a more pleasing color than any other lavender. 26 in. 
3 for 350; 12 for $1.20; 100 for $8.50. 
9251 Sunset GlOW Deep rose shaded orange; inside, 
bright salmon suffused orange; yellow base. Not quite so 
large as other Ideal Darwins but what it lacks in size is 
made up by the charming color. Tall, wiry stems. 26 in. 
3 for 300; 12 for $1.00; 100 for $7.50. 
9308 Swindon Mammoth flowers of rich, clear deep 
red—the finest of the red Ideal Darwins. Brighter red in¬ 
side; large blue base and black anthers. A big flower, a 
bright color, tall, strong stems make Swindon a most valu¬ 
able and desirable Tulip. 29 in. 
3 for 300; 12 for 950; 100 for $7.00. 
9252 Tilly Lus Lovely rosy lilac changing to dove-gray 
toward the base; inside, deep rosy lilac with grayish black 
center. Large, substantial flowers on long, strong stems. 
27 in. 3 for 300; 12 for $1.00; 100 for $7.50. 
Special Collection Offers 
4 Choice Giant Ideal Darwin Tulips 
Cherry Pink, Insurpassable (rosy lilac), 
Margaux (Burgundy-red), and White Giant. 
9781 -12 Bulbs ( 3 of each, value $1.45) for $1.25 
9782 —24 Bulbs ( 6 of each, value 2.40) for 2.10 
9783— 48 Bulbs (12 of each, value 4.80) for 3.75 
Ideal Darwin Tulips, White Giant 
3 for 400; 12 for $1.40; 100 for $10.00. 
9314 The Peach An outstanding large flowered long¬ 
stemmed Ideal Darwin Tulip of unusual color and form. 
Glorious peach-blossom-pink on white ground, slightly 
lighter at the edges; inside is clear rose-pink with large 
white base. Flowers are of the most attractive form, the 
oval-shaped petals being distinctly pointed add so much to 
their charm and beauty. 27 in. 
3 for 850; 12 for $3.00; 100 for $22.00. 
9240 Tokay Resembles in color the wine of this name. 
Very large flowers on stiff, tall stems. Always make an at¬ 
tractive showing. Unusual and distinct. 30 in. 
3 for 250; 12 for 850; 100 for $6.00. 
9194 White City An extra-fine white Ideal Darwin 
Tulip of large size and heavy substance; the black anthers 
form a pleasing contrast. Stiff, straight stems. 28 in. 
3 for 300; 12 for 950; 100 for $7.00. 
9190 White Emperor Large, perfectly formed, ivory- 
white blooms of wonderful substance; the anthers are black. 
Stems are strong and erect. Nice if planted alone or in com¬ 
bination with other varieties. Quite popular. 30 in. 
3 for 300; 12 for 950; 100 for $7.00. 
9248 White Giant Huge, pure white, thick petalled 
flowers of true Darwin form, on straight, stiff, tall stems. 
The beautifully shaped flowers are of wonderful texture and 
substance assuring great lasting qualities in the garden or 
when used for cutting. 30 in. 
3 for 400; 12 for $1.40; 100 for $10.00. 
9249 Giant Ideal Darwin Tulips 
ALL COLORS MIXED 
There is a real fascination in growing this Ideal Darwin 
Tulip mixture, for it includes many of the named varieties as 
well as unnamed choice seedlings which are represented in a 
wide assortment of colors. Very choice and highly recom¬ 
mended for beds, borders and group plantings here and 
there among perennials. These outstanding Tulips will 
create an unusually showy effect wherever planted and also 
supply the finest flowers for cutting. 
3 for 250; 12 for 850; 100 for $6.00; 1000 for $55.00. 
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