
OWL'S EYES 
Mamillaria Parkinsonii 
One of Mexico’s finest contributions this 
species has hoary white spines and a circlet of pale 
Culture of Mamillarias 
AMILLARIAS are found principally in Mexico 
though many are native to the U. S. They extend 
south through Central America to Colombia and Ven- 
ezuela, but become progressively less numerous be- 
low Tejuantepec. Generally they are mountain species 
inhabiting the semi-desert ranges. Some however are 
found right down on the salty sand of the beach. 
Though their habitats differ very widely yet in cul- 
tivation they all seem to thrive under very much the 
same treatment. In general those with white spines 
seem to come from the driest regions and often from 
limestone country. For this reason we recommend a 
quite porous soil with powdered eggshells or old 
lime mortar from brick walls or plaster. However, 
all varieties like the lime. Our Soil Conditioner is 
useful and our Cactus Compost needs only the addi- 
tion of loam and sand to make a perfect Cactus soil. 
Unless you have plenty of sclerophylous leafmold 
you will find it exceedingly economical as one 70c 
package when mixed will make 8 to 12 quarts of 
lovely compost. 
yellow blossoms followed by red berries. The heads ‘i A . 
fork rather than branch and have 2 or 3 indented They will grow well in almost any soil. For the 
erowns giving the plant its appropriate common name. expert who likes to take pains we recommend 1 part 
A few specimens 24%2”-3%” 50c. 
After June 1—1” 

A REAL CACTUS FAN 
Dear Sir: 
I started collecting Cacti about 8 years ago when 
I bought one from a florist. I liked it so well that 
at Xmas I received another. I bought every new 
cactus I saw, filled the window sill and now have a 
5 ft. shelf with 4 rows of potted Cacti—over 100 
plants. I have 1eceived several additional plants from 
you and have a few planted in the yard. 
I was much pleased with the Cacti sent me on 
the last order, especially the Grizzly Bear. Since my 
collection is young the plants are small and when I 
found that large Grizzly Bear I was delighted. 
Respectfully yours, 
ALBERT LINCK, 
1710 Grandview Ave., Portsmouth, Ohio. 
19¢c gritty sand, 1 part rich but sandy loam, 1 part leaf- 
“ mold with a good sprinkling of powdered eggshells 
or old lime mortar. Some like to add either bricks 
crushed to the size of peas or charcoal with the in- 
tention of keeping the soil open and ‘“‘sweet.’’ Their 
growing season is from April till fall when they may 
be kept fairly moist particularly if they have plenty 
of light. During the winter less moisture is needed. 
If you have a porch or garden where they may be 
placed outdoors during the summer they will show 
their appreciation by vigorous, matured growth. 
Many varieties are winter flowering. They all enjoy 
an airy, light position in the windows. 

Mamillaria microhelia. A _ lovely 
little plant with the prettiest golden 
stars tipping each nipple. A verita- FISH HOOK PINCUSHION 
ble jewel among plants. It was re- This pretty, delicate spined plant is related to the 
cently discovered in Queretaro. Give Powder Puff but has reddish centrals each with a 
it full sunshine and not too much 
water. Flowers creamy pink. 
1144” perfect plants. 22c. 

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THIMBLE CACTUS 
Mamillaria fragilis 
Like the ‘‘Old woman who lived in 
a shoe’’ this little cactus has more 
children than she knows what to do 
with. Pure white, harmless spines and 
every little baby will quickly 
grow. Each b cascheosbng - 19¢ 
tiny hook. With a cluster of youngsters clinging to 
her skirts and the charming flowers and 
1”- fruits you will like. 17-114” 23 

RUBY DUMPLING POWDER PUFF 
Mamillaria tetracantha vam F 
A quick growing cactus with bright amillaria bocasana 
crimson flowers and, with maturity, a Like a bursting cotton boll this 
little plant is grow. LEach little plant is: 

MAMILLARIA ELONGATA TENUIS 
Amongst all the cacti I know this is 
one of the brightest and easiest to grow 
quickly forming fine clusters often pro- 
ducing 5 to 10 arms the first season. 
Fine clusters each 35cec. With 18 
7-10 heads 50c. Fine single heads__-- Cc 
MAMILLARIA PHYMATOTHELE. A 
most rapid growing species with cylin- 
drical dark green stems up to 6 or more 
inches tall. The depressed top is fur- 
nished with white wool among which the 
bright carmine red blossoms appear in 
late spring. Give it generous treatment 
and you will likely have a fine 18 
specimen. 1791 54.7 22s ee ett ee Cc 
MAMILLARIA KARWINSKIANA. A very 
free flowering variety with white petals 
each striped on the back with red. Grows 
easily and freely the flat-topped globes 
with heavy triangular nipples and short 
spines. Large flowering 2”-21%4” 40c. 
Small 54”-1” 17c. 
MAMILLARIA LESAUNIERI. This rare 
and distinct variety bears a chaplet of 
many crimson blossoms. The low conical 
nipples at first woolly and with many 
radial spines. Likes a warm sunshiny 
window. 17-1144” 23c. 5%”-1” 18¢. 
MAMILLARIA LASIACANTHA. A mini- 
ature plant with a myriad tiny white 
spines and pretty pale pink blossoms. 
Mature flowering 1”-114” 18c. 
MAMILLARIA MARTINEZII. A_ very 
pretty species with reddish spines and 
solitary growth. 20c. 
MAMILLARIA CHINOCEPHALA. A rare 
white spined species. %”-1” 25c. 
MAMILLARIA MELANOCENTRA. This 
pretty plant is from Monterey, Mexico, 
has globular stems flattened at the top 
with white wool and long black spines. 
Flowers lively pink. A large, beautiful 
and variable species. 1144” 30c. 
MAMILLARIA McDOUGALII. A _fiat- 
topped species from Arizona with creamy 
white blossoms and red berries. %” 18¢c. 
MAMILLARIA NIGRA. A tall growing 
species received from Mexico with car- 
mine flowers and rounded white woolly 
head. 2144”-3” 35c. 
MAMILLARIA PERBELLA. A fine spe- 
cies with flattish, depressed top, white 
spines and pink flowers. 1” 21c. 

LADY FINGERS 
Mamillaria elongata Schmollii 
A dainty gem and so easy 

hoary white head. It has long been a_ clothed with silky, snow-white hair instead of spines mosaic of rich golden, har 
favorite with sturdy growth and vigor. though it bears one tiny hooked one on each slender’ spines. Quickly forms fine spe 
1144”-2” 35c. 17-1144” 25c. nipple. Very easy to grow and attractive at mens. Nice cluster f 
Re Pte te hy - 22c 17c 
Uae OS ae ‘ all times. Nice plants 17-14” each 
MEXICAN GEMS Collection N-2. These four charming Pincushions only.........00-0 0.00... 
Sad pees 
35c each. Single 
_67¢ 

