Sauromatum venosum. Lizard Lily. The spate is very long, narrow, lies on ground | 
and is serpent like in color. Same culture as above. Hardy. Order early as all bloom 
by Mar. usually. Bulbs at 10c to $1.50. Only largest bloom. 
Fancy Leaf Caladiums 
They are the most gorgeous pot plants grown. The foliage shows the brilliant and 
exquisite tones of the Lily and Orchid, the richness of Coleus and the luscious shades 
of the Rose. There is not a single plant in creation that will condense so much color 
in an equal space. | 
We were particularly fortunate this year in being able to get a good supply of 
bulbs from Florida’s best grower. The bulbs are much better than any that could be 
had last year. Frankly, better than we could get. 
We offer only the finest varieties and the best bulbs obtainable. They cost us more 
than seedlings, mixtures or bulbs from indifferent growers. 
Culture. They should have very rich sandy loam, with equal quantity of humus. 
This humus should be half well rotted dairy manure. If old dairy manure is not 
available, use fine rotted leaf mould. Enough of the humus should be peat to render 
the soil at least neutral to slightly acid. pH 7 will do. 
Caladiums must have warmth in all stages. When starting and growing. Even 
when dormant, leave the bulbs in a warm room. Do not,try to start the bulbs in a 
cool room. They must not be planted outside until quite warm. Caladiums are chiefly 
used as pot plants. They do well in outside gardens but require much humidity. In 
the dry air of So. Calif. the plants should have constantly moist soil. Semi-aquatic 
conditions are fine but not wholly essential. But start them off with only slight moisture. 
When they are up, gradually increase. Give very weak liquid fertilizer when in full 
growth. Plant about 3” deep. Full sun brings out the rich colors but So. Calif. sun 
is too “full.” We give slight shade. 
Your choice of the following sorts. 
Mrs. W. B. Haldeman. Beautiful transparent rose leaf, pea green veins with narrow 
dark green border. One of the very finest varieties and a strong grower. 
Lord Derby. Beautiful rose pink leaf, with dark green veins and ribs. 
Candidum. Snow white leaf with dark green veins and ribs. 
D. M. Cook. Rumpled leaf, deep plum colored center, spotted and splashed deep red. 
Marie Moir. Snow white leaf with dark green ribs and veins and dark red spots 
scattered over entire leaf. 
Reconcavo. Deep rose center with carmine ribs on dark green leaf. 
Sorocabo. Pale rose to white with deep green ribs and veins. 
Spangled Banner. Entire leaf glowing red with red spots thruout. 
Altho we have better bulbs this year and wholesale prices are higher, we are cutting 
our profit and reducing the retail price as we were able to get a rather large quantity,— 
enough to fill all orders, we believe. Price 40c ea. Per doz. $3.75. One each of 
4 varieties for $1.50. Wholesale, $30.00 per 100 by express, f. 0. b. 
Begonia Family. Begoniaceae 
Tuberous Rooted Begonias. Wonderfully attractive bulbous plants for pots or a 
cool moist spot in the garden. They are nice around a Camellia if not too shaded. We 
are again fortunate in being able to get an apparently sufficient supply of Begonia bulbs, 
not only enough but larger and better bulbs and in more colors. Last year we could get 
only half enough and had to refund or substitute other bulbs for almost half our orders. 
Altho we think we have enough Begonias, Caladiums and Gloxinias, it is wise to order 
at once as the bulbs are not plentiful and the demand on those who have them may 
develop surprises. 
Culture. The best soil is half humus and half fine sand or sandy loam. For humus 
use 7% peat or leaf mould and % well rotted cow manure made fine by rubbing thru 
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