the temperature falls to 20°, the foliage recovers and the succeeding crop of 
flowers is normal. In the colder sections deeper planting, favorable location 
and protection is necessary. With these precautions it is said to flower at 
Washington, D. C. and Philadelphia, even in colder climates, though it would 
be better to grow in a cold frame or cover with brush, or better still in a 12" 
tub which can be removed to a sunny basement or a conservatory. Frankly, 
pot culture is not too promising for this beautiful subject but you will get 
flowers at least the first year from your bulbs and they will be well worth the 
cost. They will long live in your memory. Please report your results. 
Delivery—about June, or as soon as bulbs become dormant, and until fall. 
Amaryllis belladonna major. 25 c. 
A. belladonna minor. 35 c. 
A. belladonna minor. Deep pink, almost red variety. $1.00. 
Amarcrinum Howardii. An intergeneric hybrid between Crinum moorei 
and Amaryllis belladonna. $2.50 and $3.50. 
Chlidanthus fragrans is a fine bulb for gardens in the South. The foliage 
dies with the first heavy frost but grows luxuriantly in the summer and 
increases so fast that it may not bloom until a clump is established. Then in 
the spring the beautiful yellow flowers with their rich, spicy perfume rewards 
your patience. In the North the bulbs can be dug and stored over winter or 
grown in pots that are plunged in the soil and removed to cellar over 
winter. 15c. 
Olivias, like orchids are everywhere considered aristocrats and have until 
recently been almost equally rare and expensive. We are now however able 
to offer them at a very reasonable price and their very easy culture makes them 
available to all. But they will never be “cheap” in any sense. They multiply 
slowly. Seedlings do not bloom until 5 to 7 years old. A plant will always be 
a prized possession and not too common. 
The flowers are borne in large clusters or umbels in very early spring, 
usually March or April. There are various orange tones ranging from pink to 
red. Some are very light, others very dark, but always a masterpiece) of crea¬ 
tion. Individual flowers are 2 to 4 in. wide, up to 20 or more with several 
open at one time. Flowers last a long time on the plants. 
The plant itself is fully as decorative as a palm when not flowering. The 
shining leaves are thick, leathery and strap-shaped. The general appearance 
resembles that of a luxurious Amaryllis with many very dark green leaves. 
We ship Clivias loose rooted which is an innovation. By that method we 
are able to prepay the postage and save you considerable money. 
Unless requested we ship as soon as we can after your order is received 
because most people get nervous if the plants do not come promptly. But here 
is a better way. If requested we will hold the order until plants show buds 
and then ship. In that way you are sure of a flower. When moved a few 
weeks earlier there is a chance the flower development may be stopped. State 
your preference when ordering. 
Olivia miniata. The hardiest and most valuable species. Flowers are 
yellow orange and quite attractive. Our strain is an improvement on the wild 
species. While these are not equal to the best hybrids they are very desirable. 
We are offering them at a low special price again but will not be able to 
continue it indefinitely. Small plants 50c and 75c each. Blooming size, $1.00. 
Large $1.50. Extra large $2.00. We cannot guarantee $1.00 size to bloom 
the first year tho they usually do. 
C, miniata hybrids. These hybrids do not have as broad foliage, with 
bluntly rounded tips as the Nobilis hybrids. The colors are lighter pastel tones 
and many prefer them to the darker colors. The size is about the same. They 
are hardier and more easily grown. The flowers are more wide open and flat. 
We have not quite decided which type of the hybrids we prefer but are inclined 
to favor these more delicate colors. Large, $5.00. 
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