GERMAIN'S BULBS FOR SPRING PLANTING 
Extra Double Begonia 
Tuberous Rooted Begonias 
This splendid class of begonias is perhaps 
the handsomest of all bedding plants for a 
shady or semi-shaded location. Bulbs may 
be started in pots early in February or in 
the open later in the spring. They prefer a 
rich sandy loam, and should be covered to a 
depth of two or three inches. Ready about 
February 1st. 
Large Single 
Crimson Orange 
Scarlet Yellow 
Pink White 
Single Mixed 
25c each; $2.50 dozen 
Extra Double 
Crimson Orange 
Scarlet Yellow 
Pink White 
Extra Double Mixed 
25c each; $2.50 dozen 
Hanging Basket Begonia 
LLOYDI. 25c each; $2.50 per dozen. 
GLOXINIA 
Shade-loving velvety leaved pot or bedding 
plants with large trumpet-shaped flowers. 
They require a similar treatment to the 
tuberous rooted begonias. Each 35c; $3.50 
per dozen. 
JUSTA 
SIMPLE 
OF 
THE WRIST 
AND THE 
PLANT IS TIED 
TWIJ1-EMV 
FOR NURSERIES, ESTATES 
AND AMATEUR GARDENERS 
‘Twist-ems’ are dark green strong 
tapes with wire reinforcing that make 
perfect plant ties. Place 
‘Twist-ems’ around stem 
and support. Twist ends be¬ 
tween thumb and finger. In 
a “flash” the stem is secure¬ 
ly tied. 
BOX OF 125, 8 INCH SIZE. 25c 
BOX OF 250. 4 INCH SIZE, 25o 
Postpaid 
CALLA ELLIOTIANA 
(The Yellow Calla Lily) 
This is the finest Calla grown; large, deep, 
rich golden yellow color. The leaves are 
spotted with white. 
Extra Large Bulbs—35c each; $3.50 dozen. 
Large Bulbs—20c each; $2.00 dozen. 
Small Size Bulbs—15c each; $1.50 dozen. 
Caladium or Elephant's Ear 
The leaves of immense size on massive 
stems grow to a height of four feet. For a 
tropical effect this plant has no equal. 
First Size: 25c each; $2.50 per dozen. Ready 
for shipment in December. 
Fancy Leaved Caladium 
The leaves of these highly ornamental 
house or conservatory plants are marvelously 
marked in brilliant shades of red, rose, 
white, yellow and green. Ready in Decem¬ 
ber. 35c each; $3.75 per dozen. 
Giant Amaryllis 
Germain s New 
Anemone His Excellency 
Giant Anemones 
(Improved Giant French) 
These arfe among the most showy and 
beautiful of spring flowers; of neat and 
compact growth, with elegantly cut foliage 
and the most brilliantly colored blossoms. 
Their large velvety flowers are ideal for 
cutting, lasting several days in water. 
Anemones prefer a rich, loamy soil, and 
liberal amount of water. Soak the roots in 
water for six hours previous to planting. 
Giant French Mixed 
Large First Size Bulbs—45c per doz.; $3.25 
per 100. 
Selected Blooming Size—25c per doz.; $1.85 
per 100. 
Jumbo Extra Large—$1.00 per doz.; $6.50 
per 100. 
Separate Colors 
His Excellency—Very large bright scarlet. 
First size, doz. 50c; $3.75 per 100. 
Blue Poppy—Rich velvety blue. First size, 
doz. 50c; $3.75 per 100. 
White Poppy. A lovely clear white anem¬ 
one, large and broad petaled. An excellent 
cut flower. Per doz., 50c; 25 bulbs for 95c; 
$3.75 per 100. 
St. Brigid Anemones 
St. Brigid Double and Semi-Double—The 
flowers appear in both double and semi¬ 
double form and in the choicest colors. First 
size, doz. 50c; $3.75 per 100. 
Giant Amaryllis 
This is without question the largest and most 
beautiful strain of American Hybrid Amaryllis 
in existence. The huge flowers average over 8 
inches in diameter and are composed of broad 
overlapping petals making broad, wide open 
blossoms of great beauty. 
CULTURF This amaryllis is evergreen, and 
ur\c. requires a sunny or partially 
shaded place. The bulb should be planted 
with the top just below surface of the 
ground. The soil should be well spaded and 
adequately enriched with rotted manure or 
commercial fertilizer. Do not move them 
more often than necessary, as they thrive 
best when undisturbed for several seasons. 
They may be grown in pots very satisfactor¬ 
ily, making a beautiful plant for patio or 
porch decoration when in bloom. 
Price: Each 45c; 3 bulbs for $1.20; 
$4.50 per dozen. 
HABRANTHUS 
PRATENSIS. 
dozen. 
Scarlet flowers; habit similar to 
amaryllis. Each 60c; $6.00 per 
ISMENE CALATHINA 
(Peruvian Daffodil) 
Large, pure white, Amaryllis-like flowers 
of unusual appearance. Fragrant and beau¬ 
tiful. Culture same as Amaryllis. 15c each; 
$1.50 per dozen. 
Protect Bulbous Flowers 
with 
ROTENONE SPRAY 
(Non-poisonous) 
Rotenone Spray is highly effective 
in the control of all thrips (including 
gladiolus thrip) aphis, mealy bugs, and 
most other insects that infest bulbous 
flowering plants. Rotenone Spray is 
economical to use as it is highly con¬ 
centrated. In mixing for use add % 
teaspoon to one gallon of water. 
Price: Ounce size, 35c; 4 ounces, $1.00; 
one pint, $2.50. 
(Can be mailed—postage extra) 
Ask for Our Pamphlet on 
The Culture of Bulbs 
Free on Request 
