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The first 
to Bloom 
in the 
Spr ing / 
Spring- Flowering 
BULBS 
SN OWDROP (Galanthus) 
For the Garden, Rock-Garden and Naturalistic Planting 
Spring bulbs are among the most eagerly awaited flowers of the whole garden, for 
they announce a new growing season. They may be planted among perennials, at 
the edge of a shrub border, or on a grassy slope where they can produce a naturalistic 
effect. They add a great deal to the spring rock-garden. 
ER YTHRONIUM (Dog’s-Tooth Violet), Mixed. 
Charming woodland plants with nodding Iily- 
like blooms that vary from greenish white to 
pure white, pink, lavender, lemon-yellow and 
orange-yellow. Foliage mottled brown in some 
sorts. These interesting spring flowers succeed 
in any light soil, especially in partial shade, and 
profit by a winter mulch of leaves or litter. 
Plant about 4 inches deep. Good mixture of 
colors. 8c. each; 70c. for 10; $6.00 per 100. 
IRIS reticulata. An early-blooming variety 
coming out just before the crocuses. The 
blooms are a rich violet color with bright yel- 
low markings and have a violet fragrance. 
Prefers a warm, well-drained location. Much 
recommended for early forcing. Plant 6 bulbs 
in a 5-inch pan. Hardy with protection. Top- 
Size, 60c. for 3; $1.85 for 10; $4.00 for 25. 
IXIA (African Corn Lily). These charming 
flowers, with their rich and varied hues, make 
a brilliant display in the spring when planted 
outdoors in a protected place. They may be 
grown Indoors for winter blooms also. 8c. each; 
70c. for 10; $6.00 per 100. 
MUSCARI (Heavenly Blue Grape Hyacinth). 
Numerous spikes of light blue flowers during 
April. Can be planted in masses or in the rock- 
garden, in either shade or sun. 7c. each; 60c. 
for 10; $4.75 per 100. 
SCILLA campanulata (Wood Hyacinth). 
Bears bell-like flowers on 15-inch spikes during 
early May. Does very well in shady situations. 
White, Blue, or Rose. 8c. each; 70c. for 10; 
$6.00 per 100. 
SCILLA sibirica (Squills). Exquisite rich blue 
flowers in early spring. A charming effect may 
be had by planting in conjunction with yellow 
crocus, chionodoxas and snowdrops. Write for 
prices. 
SNOWDROPS. [fn early spring a snowy white 
bed of graceful Snowdrops is a lovely sight. 
They may also be used effectively in the center 
or at the edge of a bed with scillas or chiono- 
doxas by intermingling them. 
SNOWDROP, Single. Large lovely single white 
bells. 8c. each; 70c. for 10; $6.00 per 100. 
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