EARLY FLOWERING BULBS 
RANUNCULUS 
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RANUNCULUS 
Nothing produces a brighter or more gorgeous effect in May and June 
than beds of Ranunculus, while the flowers are much prized for cutting. 
They thrive in any ordinary garden soil but should have protection in 
spring from cold winds. In the South they may be planted from September 
to February, the earlier planting, however, will produce a more sturdy 
growth and a greater number of flowers over a longer blooming period. 
In the North, where the winters are cold, Ranunculus should be planted 
outdoors in April and May. Order them in the fall and store over winter 
under ordinary living-room conditions—dry and warm. After flowering, 
take up the tubers and store dry until the following spring. 
Plant with the claws downward; set 3 to 4 inches apart, pressing them 
firmly into the soil; keep the crown 2 inches under the surface of the soil, 
covering them first with sand and then with soil. 
Giant French Hybrids. Flowers are unsurpassed in range of brilliant and desirable colors and 
come a very large percent double. Extra large bulbs. 50c doz., $3.50 per 100, $30.00 per 1000. 
Large bulbs, 35c doz., $2.50 per 100, $20.00 per 1000. 
ANEMONE 
ANEMONES DE CAEN (Above) 
CROCUS (Below) 
With their bright and varied colors Anemones make a splendid showing dur¬ 
ing the spring and should be planted extensively. They are also excellent as cut 
flowers and make pleasing bouquets. In the South they may be planted during 
the fall and winter, but in the North spring planting is recommended. However, 
order the bulbs from us in the fall and store under ordinary living-room conditions 
until time to plant. A well drained location with raised beds is preferred. Set the 
bulbs 5 to 6 inches apart and 2 to 3 inches deep with the pointed ends downward. 
In cold sections cover in winter with strawy manure. 
De Caen. These handsome single Anemones have beautiful large saucer-shaped blossoms of brilliant 
and varied colors—red, pink, blue, white, etc. See color illustration. Large bulbs, 40c doz., $3 per 100. 
St. Brigid. A very lovely and distinct class of Anemones producing large flowers mostly semi-double 
with finely divided petals of the most brilliant colors. Greatly prized for cutting. Large bulbs, 50c doz., 
$3.00 per 100. 
His Excellency. A grand variety bearing flowers measuring as much as 3 inches across of the most 
vivid velvety vermilion, with glistening silvery white base and a handsome blue-black central base. 
Large bulbs, 50c doz.. $3.00 per 100. 
Blue Poppy. Very much like His Excellency except as for color. Blue Poppy, as the name implies, is a 
most attractive bright blue. Large bulbs, 50c doz., $3.00 per 100. 
CROCUS 
The Crocus, one of the earliest flowers of spring, occupies a deservedly prom¬ 
inent place in every garden. They are extremely effective, whether planted in bold 
groups in the grass or in broad wavy lines along the border. Plant them early. 
Place the top of the corms 3 to 4 inches below the surface and for finest effect an 
inch apart. Leave undisturbed until crowded. The following large-flowered named 
Crocus are some of the best in cultivation and we can confidently recommend 
them. 
Amethyst. Fine porcelain blue, very brilliant. 
Golden Yellow. Fine yellow. 
Grand Lilac. Pure lilac and largest flower of its color. 
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Kathleen Parlow. Largest, purest white and longer lasting. 
Mikado. One of the best striped varieties. Pale greyish lilac, inside deep mauve stripes. 
Pollux. Extra large and very fine flower, darker purple than Purpurea Grandiflora. 
Purpurea Grandiflora. Deep glossy purple, extra large flower. 
One variety only, top-sized bulbs, named and labeled, 60c doz., $4.50 per 100, $40.00 per 1000. 
NAMED CROCUS—COLLECION No. 21 YOUR choice 
5 bulbs each of 6 named varieties— 30 bulbs.$1.50 
10 bulbs each of 6 named varieties— 60 bulbs. 2.75 
25 bulbs each of 6 named varieties—150 bulbs. 6.50 
CROCUS WITH ONLY COLORS LABELED— 
Purple, Yellow or White with Blue stripes. 
One color only—45c doz.. $3.60 per 100, $33.00 per 1000. 
Your choice of colors—4 each of 3 colors (12 bulbs), 50c. 
Your choice of colors—8 each of 3 colors (24 bulbs), $1.00. 
MIXED CROCUS—All colors, 40c doz., $3.00 per 100, $27.50 per 1000. 
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