S. Peruviana. The short, stout scape is terminated by many flowered, co¬ 
nic, broad and compact raceme ot flowers. Deep blue (or perhaps royal purple) 
is the most common color but a few of these may be white. This species is an 
outstanding subject in the garden and may be forced in pots. The only ScilLa 
not hardy in Mass, but probably is at Washington, D. C. 25c. $2.50 doz. 
Ornithiogalums are rather closely related to Hyacinths, Scillas etc. The fol¬ 
lowing species are not as hardy as the common 0. umbellatum or Star of Beth¬ 
lehem but are hardy with some protection in milder northern sections as in parts 
of Ohio. In the north the bulbs may be stored until early spring or planted in 
cold frames or mulched. In the south they are very hardly and should be planted 
in the fall. 
O. arabicum. The showiest species. The round black ovary in the center 
of the white flower is a beautiful contrast. Flowers in a compact raceme at top 
of stem giving the appearance of an umbel. Easy in pots. 10c. Per doz. $1.00. 
O. thrysoides. 15" stems topped by a dense many white flowered raceme, 3" 
wide. Flowers when cut will last six weeks and are shipped from South Africa 
to the London market. Easy in pots. 8c ea. 75c doz. 
Muscari or Grape Hyacinths are the neatest and daintiest of early spring 
flowers. The raceme or spike resembles a small compact bunch of grapes. 
Culture very simple. Need not be disturbed for years and quite hardy. They 
force well in pots. 
There are many species, much alike, so we offer only one, the best. Heaven¬ 
ly Blue. 3 for 10c. 40c doz. Per 100, $3.00. 
Galtonia candicans. or Summer Hyacinth. Four foot spikes with many white, 
bell shaped flowers. Valuable for cutting and landlscape effect in back grounds. 
Bloom for a very long time. Bulbs delivered in late fall to early spring. Sug¬ 
gest planting here in January. They remain in ground in south for several 
years, but in cold climates it is best to dig and store tho deep planting and heavy 
mulch usually is safe. 10c ea. $1 doz. Small bulbs 50c doz. 
Lachenalias or Cape Cowslips furnish bright colorful llowers from late Nov. 
to Feb. depending on variety and time of planting. They have 12 to 24 fire¬ 
cracker like flowers nearly 1" long on a stem 6" to 9' r tall. 
Culture is similar to freesias. We plant in good rich sandy soil, 2" deep and 
2" or 3" apart. They are ideal bulbs for pots, blooming earlier than most any 
other bulb. We recommend planting before Nov. 1. Earlier is better. Late 
planted bulbs grow and flower but are disappointing. These bulbs are especially 
useful as in the south they can be grown in the garden (or in the north in flats in 
the house or greenhouse) and potted when in full bloom. Nice little presents 
for friends. When the tops have died the bulbs must be dug and stored dry as 
they do not endure moisture very well when dormant. We offer only the very 
best, and most beautiful of varieties. 
Lachenelia Ada Bryson. Flowers orange yellow', buds and ends of spikes 
reddish. Blooms late Dec. Leaves spotted reddish. Brignt and; attractive. 
35c ea. Three for $1. $3.50 per doz. 
L. pendula superba. Brilliant coral red, tipped green and purple. One of 
the best. Excellent Christmas plant. 25c ea. $2.50 per doz. 
L. Rector of Cawston. Flowers scarlet, citron and! green. Free blooming. 
I,eaves spotted red. 15c ea. $1.50 per doz. $12 per 100. 
Veltheimia Viridfolia. Neither a picture nor words can accurately portray 
the beauty of this plant. For foliage alone it is superior. The vivid green leaves 
are. wavy margined and form a nice rosette. In pots, or in the garden in -So, 
Calif, and other very miild climates, it is in bloom by Dec. 15 and! continues for 
about three months as large bulbs send up two or more spikes. The tubular 
drooping flowers are densely placed on a long raceme. The color is most dif¬ 
ficult to describe but let us call it a deep rosy or purplish pink of ineffable tore* 
not found in any other flowers. & 
