MILLA BIFLORA 
Recent introduction from Mexico where it is called 
Estrellitas, or Little Stars, by the country people. 
Showy white flowers, opening out flat, waxy in 
texture, about two inches in diameter, with six 
petals not quite separated. A faint stripe of soft 
apple green runs from tip to base on the outside 
of each petal. The stems are wiry, 12 to 18 inches 
tall, bearing two to seven flowers each. Foliage 
inconspicuous. Very free blooming from July to 
September. Flowers cut well and have a pleasant 
lily-like fragrance. Most attractive both in ar- 
rangements and in the garden. The striking hexa- 
gonal shape of bud and flower and the regular 
striping lend a faintly modernistic note that is both 
attractive and unusual. Should be dug in winter 
except in milder climates. Delivery early winter. 
$45.00 per 1000 
NERINE 
Very striking group of plants from South Africa 
belonging to the Amaryllis family. All bloom in 
late summer or fall, some with the foliage, others 
before it appears. All are easily grown indoors 
in pots, but can be grown in the open only in 
climates nearly free from frost. 
They do best in a rich sandy loam with plenty of 
humus. Water should be applied sparingly when 
growth starts and heavily after foliage is well 
developed. Gradually withdraw water when leaves 

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