Cultural Directions 
All Epiphytes, without exception, require a free movement of air. Plants under cultivation 
in colder climates should be under lath for at least six weeks (more if possible) for hardiness. 
During the winter months they must be kept above 32 degrees F. They especially like filtered sun- 
light. 
POTTING SOIL: 
3 parts well decomposed leaf mould. 
1 part course sand or decomposed granite. 
1 part peat moss. 
1 part well rotted manure, ¥% cup steamed bone meal to 5 gallons of mixture. 
Peat moss is optional. It would be beneficial in high temperature regions, as it would 
help hold the moisture. The plants must have good drainage at all times. 
FERTILIZING: About a month after the plant has flowered and during which time it has 
rested, the Epiphyllum should be repotted if necessary, in the regular soil mixture and allowed to 
become re-established in new soil, after this rest fertilizing may be resumed. Any good chemical 
fertilizer made for general use may be used and use it according to directions. In August or Sep- 
tember discontinue all fertilizer until all danger of frost is over; then resume the fertilizer until the 
plants are well in bud; then discontinue until after rest period. 
We do regret that our information must be brief. It is impossible to cover the subject here. 
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fornia, handles many fine books. 
WATERING: The amount of watering will depend on the weather conditions. Twice a week 
will suffice except when the weather is very hot, then it will be necessary to water once a day. 
A light overhead spray will not injure them even when in bud, unless excessive force is used. 
Keep dust washed off plants and it will help keep them healthy. After flowering, it is best to 
allow plants to rest for about one month. During this period reduce the watering but at no time 
should the plants be allowed to become completely dry. 
Our winter months are the natural growing season of the Epiphyllum. 
NOTE: Always stake up plants after planting until they take root. 
The amateur can grow healthy plants and enjoy beautiful flowers in his leisure time if 
general directions are followed with imagination and patience. Keep plants clean. Learn the 
simple rules for ventilation, watering, and shade, and your efforts will be well rewarded. 
Diameter of flowers given is for maximum size; flowers do not attain this size until second 
or third year when properly cared for. Also, the color of flowers may be greatly influenced by 
climatic conditions and fertilizers. 
NOTE: Diseases and insects are covered in our 1941 catalog. 
If plants become shriveled after flowering, do not become alarmed. They will come back. 
Feel free to inquire about any plant listed in our catalog and not listed here. 

SPECIAL NOTICES 
These prices are for well rooted cuttings. 
All prices include shipping charges. California customers, please add 3% tax. 
If you wish to make up your own collection, 10% discount on $5.00 orders or over. 
This does not apply to collections listed here. 
When placing orders, please use this listing as this cancels all other prices. 
SPECIALS LISTED HERE WILL BE HONORED UNTIL CANCELED. 
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