These new kinds have the same cultural require¬ 
ments as the older forms but are so superior that 
they will hardly be recognized as ixias and are sure 
to earn recognition when known. 
I. Bloem Erf 
Recently introduced hybrid from S. Africa, 
quite different from other ixias. Blooms in late 
spring. Wiry stems 4 to 5 feet tall with 20 to 
4.0 open flowers in a raceme at the top with 
several smaller flowering branches below. 
Color vaiies from pure white through shades 
of pink overlaid with a bluish tinge. Excellent 
for cutting. 
$6.00 per 100 85c per 12 
I. incarnata 
A distinct novelty recently introduced from 
S. Africa. Light blue, bell-shaped flowers on 
slender stems 18 to 24 inches tall. Flowers do 
not close at night like other ixias. Has a strong, 
very pleasant, freesia-like fragrance. Blooms 
early in Santa Barbara and cuts well. 
$12.00 per 100 $1.75 per 12 
LACHENALIA 
Cape bulb new to this country but long known 
in England under the name of Cape Cowslip. 
LACHENALIA PENDULA SUPERBA 
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