Sunset’s Bulbs and Roots 
Japanese Iris 
Plant September to April 
This variety of Iris produces the largest and finest flowers 
in a great variety of colors. They bloom for six weeks dur¬ 
ing June and July. The flowers measure 8 to 10 inches in 
diameter and are borne on tall stems. They are hardy, do 
best in partial shade, and require plenty of water. 
Mixed. All colors. Strong clumps. 35c. each; $3.50 per 
doz., postpaid. 
Iris ochroleuca gigantea 
Plant September to April 
A fine species with evergreen foliage, growing 4 feet 
tall and producing large, creamy white flowers with an 
orange-yellow blotch on each petal. Blooms in May. 
20c. each; $2.00 per doz., postpaid. 
Giant Deep Blue. 25c. each; $2.50 per doz., postpaid. 
Giant Golden Yellow. 25c. each; $2.50 per doz., postpaid 
Iris filifolia 
Plant September to January 
An early improved type of Spanish Iris, producing 
extra-large blossoms on strong, stiff stems. Plant the bulbs 
2 to 3 inches below the surface and 4 to 6 inches apart. 
Imperator. Brilliant blue. 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100, 
postpaid. 
Yellow Queen. Golden yellow. 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 
100, postpaid. 
Iris foetidissima 
Plant September to April 
Oriental red-pod Iris. 20c. each; $2.00 per doz., postpaid. 
Ixias 
Plant September to January 
The Ixias are much admired for their brilliant colors 
and graceful flower-stalks, which resemble a miniature 
gladiolus. The bulbs should be planted 1 inch deep and 
from 4 to 6 inches apart. 
Fine Mixture. Contains a great many varieties and 
colors. 40c. per doz.; $3.00 per 100, postpaid. 
Lilies 
Plant November to April 
All postpaid 
All the Lilies are easily grown. Plant in well-drained 
soil, about 4 to 5 inches deep. Do not put any manure on 
or near the bulbs. 
Lilium aura turn. White with gold band. 20c. each; 
$2.00 per doz. 
L. rubrum. Light crimson and white. 20c. each; $2.00 
per doz. 
L. longiflorum. Easter Lily. Giant white. 20c. each; 
$2.00 per doz. 
L. tigrinum. Tiger Lily. Orange-red, brown spots. 15c. 
each; $1.50 per doz. 
L. regale. White, suffused pink. 15c. each; $1.50 per doz. 
Extra large, 25c. each; $2.50 per doz. 
Lily-oLthe-V alley 
Plant November to February 
The pure white, fragrant flowers and pale green foliage 
of this plant render it one of the most beautiful and most 
admired. They succeed well in any soil, but prefer a sandy 
location. $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100, postpaid. 
Montbretias 
Plant September to February 
Mixed. All colors. 40c. per doz.; $2.50 per 100, ppd. 
Please include Sales Tax within the 
State of California 
Ranunculus 
Muscari . Grape Hyacinths 
Plant September to January 
Heavenly Blue. Large blue trusses. 40c. per doz.; $3.00 
per 100, postpaid. 
Ornithogalum 
Plant September to January 
Arabicum. Star of Bethlehem. Beautiful variety, throw¬ 
ing up tall spikes bearing numerous large, milk-white, 
star-shaped flowers, with black centers, and having a 
distinct, aromatic perfume. They are of the easiest 
culture. 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100, postpaid. 
Glorious Peonies 
Plant October to April 
Place the roots in deep, rich soil, setting them so that 
the crowns are covered with 2 inches of earth. Double 
Pink, Double Red, or Double White. Strong, 3-yr. 
roots, 50c. each; $5.00 per doz., postpaid. 
PHLOX ROOTS. See page 12. 
Ranunculus 
Plant September to April 
Soak overnight in water and then plant points 
down. 
Ranunculus are, without doubt, the prettiest of all spring 
flowers. They come in practically all shades and colors, 
are easy to grow, and are especially fine as a cut-flower. 
Giant-flowering, Mixed. 50c. per doz.; $3.50 per 100, 
postpaid. 
Extra-selected Exhibition Strain, Mixed. 60c. per doz.; 
$4.00 per 100, postpaid. 
Giant Double Red. 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100, postpaid. 
Giant Double Rose-Pink. 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100, 
postpaid. 
Giant Double Yellow. 60c. per doz.; $4.00 per 100, 
postpaid. 
Economical and easy to use—Sunset Special Garden 
and Lawn Fertilizer. See page 32. 
SUNSET SEED AND NURSERY CO. 
1720 Ocean Avc., San Francisco, Cal. 
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