MISCELLANEOUS BULBS 
OLLOWING is a short list of bulbs and plants, some common and 
some rather unusual. Almost every commercial grower starts with 
one or two specialties, then as his interest grows, adds to this line some 
things that capture his fancy. This is true in our case. We found that 
we needed some “filler inners” to enhance the beauty of our bulb plant- 
ings; and as these expanded rapidly, it was decided to share them with 
our customers. All of the following are from first-grade stocks; all 
grown {rom our own seed gathered from the finest plants. 
ALSTROEMERIA (Peruvian Lily) Aurantiaca Hybrids—A native of 
South America, this plant grows very well in many sections of our 
country. Growing from a rather fleshy root in sandy, well-drained 
soil, the shining green foliage develops into tall, graceful stems bear- 
ing large umbels of bright flowers in shades from yellow to deep 
orange. Flowers resemble small trumpets whose petals are marked 
with brown and tipped with green. Blooming in June, its rich color- 
ing harmonizes well with many other plants, making it valuable as a 
cut flower. 
Plant the rhizomes horizontally four to nine inches deep. In hot 
climates, it might be well to give partial shade. October, November 
delivery. Strong rhizomes: Each 25c, Six $1.25, Dozen, $2.75. 
SEED—Sow seeds in well prepared soil, one inch deep in the place 
you wish it to grow, as it is not necessary to transplant. Keep moist 
and when plants appear protect with light shade until well estab- 
lished. Sow as soon as received. A good, generous packet, 25c. 
DUTCH IRIS. 
Yellow Queen — The best early yellow. Standards and falls bright 
golden yellow, very showy. Wonderful for cutting. Lasts a long 
time in bouquets. Blooms in May. September delivery. 
Top size bulbs, per dozen 60c. 
Imperator—A very popular iris. Large flowers of uniform rich dark 
blue, with golden yellow markings on falls. Also fine for bouquets. 
Blooms right after Yellow Queen. September delivery. 
Top size bulbs, per dozen 60c. 
ENGLISH IRIS—This iris is larger in all parts than Dutch Iris. Larger 
flowers, broader leaf and sturdier plants. Very showy. Leaves do not 
come until spring. Blooms June-July. September delivery. 
King of the Blue—Brilliant dark blue. 
Flowering size bulbs: Each 20c, Six 90c, Dozen $1.75. 
South Meriden, Conn. 
I bought some Tigridias from you last year and they were the best I ever 
had and I want your catalogue for next year. Don't fail to send me one 
covering everything you offer. —H. L. J. 
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