___A. pendulus. Entirely new and distinctly different species of greatest value. Flowers 
in shades of blue and purple in a great variety. Flowers long, tubular and pendulous 
when open. The umbel is smaller but most graceful. Like “mooreanus minor” it is 
deciduous and must be ordered before April 1. In the north it can be grown in a 10” 
or 12 pot or dug and stored. $2.00 ea. 
Alstroemeria. Alstroemerias are very showy plants with long slender stems. As 
a cut flower they last a long time, are very beautiful and are distinctly different from 
the more common flowers. The individual flowers are beautifully colored in rich pastel 
tones and resemble orchids. They are exquisite as cut flowers. The many flowered 
umbels are on a tall slender stem which are stiff but need the support of close planting. 
Culture. Where summer sun is hot they need slight shade but do not do well in 
heavy shade. The soil should be a rich sandy loam with good drainage and a great 
deal of humus. This may be had from old rotted screened manure or leaf mould. If 
your soil is heavy you can only grow them by adding a large quantity of sand and 
leaf mould. Plant the cluster of tubers in the south from Sept. to Nov., with the crown 
2” under the soil surface. When tops die after flowering withhold water. It is better 
not to disturb them. In the south they start to grow in the fall and will require 
irrigation before rains come. 
They must have an abundance of water at all times when growing and a good 
drainage. They are hardy as far north as Washington, D. C., and we have them 
reported hardy in a well protected situation, with winter mulch in New Jersey and 
Ohio. They may also be grown in large pots. Please order early in fall, as we cannot 
hold them back in this warm climate. 
We are offering this fall, only the most beautiful and outstanding species. 
Alstroemeria chilensis. Extremely attractive flowers in a wide range of color from 
nearly white to various pink, red, yellow and orange tones. One of the best and easiest 
to grow. 25c. $2.50 doz. 
A. ligtu Stinsoni. The flowers are similar to Chilensis but larger. The sturdy stem 
is 3 ft. tall. 35c ea. $3.50. doz. 
A. Assorted varieties. Contains the above and others. 20c ea. $2.00 doz. 
Amarcrinum Howardii. A cross between Brunsvigia rosea (Amaryllis belladonna) 
and Crinum moorei. Flowers are a pure pink and very attractive. As it is a winter 
bloomer and profuse it is a valuable bulb for a large pot. It may not flower soon after 
moving but give best culture and wait if necessary. $1.50 ea. Large bulbs, $2.50. 
Amaryllis. Under this genus we are listing species and hybrids formerly listed 
under Hippeastrums. Amaryllis is the old-time and popular name. They are probably 
the most popular of all bulbs for growing in pots and equally valuable for southern 
gardens. They are hardy thruout the south along the Atlantic coast to N. Carolina and 
even up into Oklahoma they can be grown outdoors in well drained soil, planted about 
4” deep and mulched with straw, leaves or brush over winter. But for that we would 
recommend that you plant only A. Johnsonii or the cheaper and usually more vigorous 
hybrids. The vigorous Rutila Hybrids are especially advised. 
How to Grow Amaryllis In Pots. When bulbs are received, pot at once. Have 
pots and soil ready to receive them. Do not remove or injure any living roots that are 
attached. Moisten these roots and dip or sprinkle with Rootone. If there are no living 
roots, moisten base of bulb after cleaning and apply Rootone. Rootone is not essential 
but it helps the development of new roots. 
A bulb under 3” diam. needs a 6” or 7” pot. Larger bulbs should have a 7” to 8” 
pot in proportion to the size. 
The best potting soil is a friable loam. To this add an equal volume of a mixture 
composed of equal parts of sand, well rotted cow manure and rotted leaf mould. Use 
no peat. Bone meal is recommended, | tablespoonful to each pot. Mix all thoroly. 
Pot the bulb with neck and upper bulb surface exposed. Water well but after that 
keep the soil only slightly moist until growth starts, then gradually increase. When first 
potted set the bulbs in a cool, light room. The best temperature now is 45° or 50°. 
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