CAREFULLY SELECTED BULBS AND ROOTS 
How to Grow Good Gladiolus 
Open rows or trenches 6 inches deep 18 to 20 inches apart. Set bulbs in trenches. Six inches 
is deep plantin , which slows appearance of sprout through ground, but protects from late frosts. 
By planting in this manner they will stand heavy winds, and extreme hot or rainy weather better. 
Cover bulbs with an inch of soil, then sprinkle down liberally with sheep fertilizer or bone meal. 
Fill in rest of trench with soil and FIRM DOWN by walking on rows, or with lawn roller to 
eliminate air posts around bulbs. If soil is dry when planted, water thoroughly after planting. 
If planted in beds, set bulbs about 6 inches apart. 
Keep soil loose and free from weeds ALWAYS. Never permit caking or crusting of soil after 
rains or watering. KEEP CULTIVATING. The more you do, the better your plants and flowers 
for many reasons. 
Water when necessary, then soak them. Sprinkling has a tendency to draw roots UP for 
moisture. Send the water DOWN to the roots. 
Cut flower spike when first bud is open. Keep spikes in water. Change water and cut end of 
spike off slanting daily. Use a knife for all cutting. Shears crush 
and close channels in stems so 
water cannot pass through to buds. In cutting spike, leave 4 to 6 leaves on plant to mature bulbs. 
REMEMB. 
PRIZE WINNING GLADS. 
bulbs, plenty of sun, food, water and cultivating is all you need to raise 
We offer the finest bulbs grown. Try a few—see your wonderful results by using good bulbs 
and following growing insructions. Our assortment covers a wide range of gorgeous color. 
Nicholson's Fine Gladiolus Bulbs 
ALBATROS. Large pure white flower of good 
substance. Many perfect florets are in full bloom 
at once on long straight stems. An excellent 
flower for cutting. 
BETTY NUTHALL. Warm coral-pink with pale 
yellow throat. The flower spikes are long and 
graceful with six to eight well expanded blooms 
open at one time. 
CHARLES DICKENS. Violet-purple with tall 
gracious spikes bearing 10 to 12 florets open 
at one time. A European origination and the 
best in this color. 
GATE OF HEAVEN. A mid-season variety of 
fine large deep yellow. The petals of the flower 
are ruffled long flower spikes on good strong 
straight stems. One of the best yellows for this 
section. 
PELEGRINA. A deep blue, particularly ap- 
pealing because of its striking color. The dark 
blue buds showing color to the tip add much to 
its attraction. ae 
PICARDY. This gladiolus has been a sensa- 
tion since its introduction and in our opinion 
its continued popularity is truly deserved. Apri- 
cot-pink in color, seven to ten florets open at a 
time with blooms six inches or more across. 
RED PHIPPS. Tall, sturdy spikes producing 
beautiful scarlet red flowers. 
VAGABOND PRINCE. A distinctive variety, 
iridescent garnet-brown with a lighter upper 
throat and a small blotch of glowing flame- 
scarlet on the lip of petal. 
PAINT BOX MIXTURE GLADIOLUS. The per- 
fect mixture of gladiolus bulbs, a fine assort- 
ment of colors that have a place in every gar- 
den. Price, 85¢ doz.; $6.25 per 100, postpaid. 

PRICE ON ANY OF THE ABOVE—95c Dozen; $6.75 per 100, Postpaid 

Caladium 
Esculemtum 
Also known as Elephant's Ear. Medium size 
bulbs, 35c each; large bulbs, 50c each, post- 
paid. 

Caladiums 
“Fancy Leaved” 
Fancy Leaved Caladiums are very ornamen- 
tal with their bright colored foliage and will 
prove attractive in most any setting. Price, 35c¢ 
each, or 3 for $1.00, postpaid. 
Nicholson’s Cannas 
Nothing Is More Attractive Than a Bed of Cannas 
KING HUMBERT. 5 feet. Fiery red, with large, 
bronze, heart-shaped leaves. The flower heads 
are large, with ruffled blooms. 
THE PRESIDENT. 4 feet. Immense firm flowers 
of rich glowing scarlet, produced on strong, 
erect stalks. Green stocky foliage. 
HUNGARIA. 4 feet. Rich watermelon pink. 
Green foliage. One of the strongest growing 
pinks. 
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CANNA—THE PRESIDE 
ROBERT NICHOLSON SEED CO. 
CITY OF PORTLAND. 31% feet. The flowers 
are of the largest size, borne on heavy trusses. 
The color is a glowing shade of pink. The foli- 
age is substantial and strong, of rich green 
color. 
YELLOW KING HUMBERT. 5 feet. Lemon yel- 
low, stippled red. Dark green foliage. Similar 
to Red King Humbert, except in color of blooms. 
RICHARD WALLACE. 4 feet. Canary-yellow, 
with light green foliage. An excellent bedder. 
The large, attractive trusses have 5 to 6 good 
sized blooms open at a time. One of the finest 
of all yellows. 
WYOMING. Deep orange-salmon, with a 
touch of red in the throat. The trusses are large, 
with 3 to 4 wide open blooms at a time. One 
of the most beautiful of all cannas. 
EUREKA. 31 feet. Creamy white, with faint 
lavender stripe in the throat. The best of all 
white cannas. Light green foliage. 
Price of any of the above, 10c each; 3 for 25c; 
85c per dozen, postpaid. 

Miscellaneous Bulbs 
Sprekelia 
Formosissima 
(Jacobean Lily) 
Closely related to the Amaryllis, bearing 
showy brilliant crimson flowers. These bulbs 
may be planted in the spring out-of-doors or 
can be used as a house plant during the spring. 
Price, 25c each; $2.59 dozen, postpaid. 
Ismene 
Calathina 
A good summer blooming bulb with clusters 
of fragrant white flowers. Price, 25¢ each; $2.50 
dozen, postpaid. 
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GLADIOLUS—GATE OF HEAVEN 
Mexican Love Vines 
(Antigonon Leptopus) 
Also called Queen's Wreath. Should not be 
planted until ground is warm, as cold soil will 
cause the bulb to rot. We make shipment be- 
fore April lst only at Customer’s Risk. A beau- 
tiful perennial vine, with sprays of glowing 
pink flowers all summer. The vine dies in the 
winter and comes up again from the root in the 
spring. Always plant on the south side of the 
house. This is one of the most beautiful climbers 
grown. Everyone wanting beautiful vines 
should plant some of these Mexican Love Vines 
35¢ each, or 3 for $1.00, postpaid. 
Montbretias 
(Mixed) 
Hardy gladiolus, or best described as “‘little 
fountains of bright color.’’ One of their great 
merits is their long blooming period. Plant in 
the spring in full sun and if left in the ground 
will propagate abundantly, but winter storage 
is advised unless protected. They grow to the 
height of 18 inches, red and yellow shades 
predominating. 75¢ dozen, postpaid. 
Red Spider Lily 
Lycoris Radiata 
This plant is most generally known as Spider 
Lily. The attractive rose-colored blooms appear 
(like the amaryllis) without foliage about 10 
weeks after planting. The leaves appear after 
the flowers are gone. Bulbs available May to 
September. Price 15¢ each; 2 for 25c;, dozen, 
$1.25, postpaid. 
Butterfly Lilies 
(Hedychium Coronarium) 
Natives in the South Sea Islands use the 
intoxicatingly sweet white blossoms of 
butterfly lily, sometimes called ginger lily, for 
their leis. Height 3 to 5 feet; foliage similar to 
that of a canna; sun or shade, but plenty of 
moisture. Price, 25¢ each; 2 for 45c, postpaid. 
Tuberose 
SINGLE MEXICAN. This is the most satisfac 
tory for the South. Very fragrant. Bulbs should 
be dug in the fall, and separated in the sprino 
before planting. 75¢ dozen; 50 bulbs, $2.75; 100 
bulbs, $5.00, postpaid. 
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