~ Michell’s Hyacinths 
SPECIAL NOTICE. We have exercised unusual precaution to see that our growers send us full-size bulbs as listed in centi- 
meters; some offerings are being made at low prices under the headings of First, Second and Third Size, without reference to the 
measurements. 
PLEASE NOTE. Original packages of Hyacinth bulbs contain the following quantities: First size, 50 bulbs; second size, 
third size, and miniature, 100 bulbs. If possible, please order in these unit quantities. : : ; 
As there is a slight variation as to the time of blooming of the various sorts, we have indicated their relative time of flowering 
by letters following the variety, the A’s being the earliest, the D’s the latest. 
Due to the uncertainty of prices on Hyacinths and Tulips 
at the time this Catalog goes to press, fixed prices cannot 
be made. We assure you, however, that when costs will 
be established, we shall be in line with all large and 
reputable houses. Our quality will be of the best, and all 
Single Blue Shades 
Bismarck. A. Flowers large, lighter in color than Grand Maitre. 
Fine early forcer. 
Grand Maitre. B. Deep porcelain-blue; large bells and Jong truss. 
King of the Blues. D. Deep dark blue. A fine, compact truss. For 
late forcing. 
Queen of the Blues. D. Clear silvery or light porcelain-blue bells of 
medium size, thickly set on a strong stem. 
Single Pink and Rose Shades 
Gertrude. A. Deep rose-pink. Large, well-filled truss. Excellent 
for forcing. 
Lady Derby. A. Clear rose-pink. An excellent forcer. 
Marconi. B. Rich rose-pink, center flushed white; spike compact and 
of fine form. 
Queen of the Pinks. C. Good-sized, bright rose-pink bells; large 
spike on a sturdy stem. The ideal variety for late forcing. 
Single Scarlet Shades 
La Victoire. A. Brilliant scarlet. One of the finest red varieties, 
maintaining its color and excellent for forcing. 
Roi des Belges. A. Deep scarlet. Sturdy spike and large bells. 
Single White Shades 
L’Immocence. A. Pure white. Extra-fine truss. Excellent forcer. 
La Grandesse. C. Pure waxy white bells. The perfect spike is full 
and long. Excellent for late forcing. 
Queen of the Whites. Pure white. Large, compact spike; dwarf 
habit. Suitable for late pot work. 
Single Yellow and Orange Shades 
City of Haarlem. C. Well-formed, pure golden yellow bells on good 
spike. 
King of Yellows. C. A fine spike of perfect form. Orange-yellow 
bells, heavily set on the stem. 
Yellow Hammer. A. An excellent variety for pot-culture. Com- 
pact spike well set with creamy yellow bells. 
Sizes We Offer in the Above 
Monster Size (19 cm. up). We offer the largest or top-root bulbs that 
will produce extra-large, well-filled spikes. 
First Size (18-19 cm.). Especially desirable for growing In pots or 
glasses, or for high-grade bedding. 
Second Size (17-18 cm.). These are ideal for bedding; also well 
adapted for forcing in pots or pans. 
Third Size (16-17 cm.). Extra-large, just the grade for the florist 
whose trade dena::ds moderately priced bulbs. Excellent for either 
forcing or bedding. 
Dutch Miniature Hyacinths 
(14-15 cm.) 
Excellent for growing in pots, pans, or boxes. Valuable for designs 
and centerpieces. 
City of Haarlem. Pure golden La Grandesse. Pure white. 
yellow. La Victoire. Beautiful bright 
Gertrude. Deep pink. scarlet. 
Grande Maitre. Deep porce- Marconi. Rich rose-pink. 
lain-blue. Queen of the Blues. Silvery 
King of the Blues. Deep blue. blue. 
King of the Yellows. Orange- Queen of the Pinks. Rose- 
yellow. ’ pink. 
Lady Derby. Clear rose-pink. Roi des Belges. Deep scarlet. 
L’Innocence. Pure white. Yellow Hammer. Pure yellow. 

516 and 518 Market St., Philadelphia 5, Pa. 


Tulips we furnish this season will be top-size bulbs only. 
Our Hyacinths strictly up to sizes as specified in our list. 
Why not place your order on open account as so many 
of our customers are now doing? You are assured of 
QUALITY, SIZE, RELIABILITY, and PRICE. 

Hyacinth, Gertrude 


How to Prevent Hyacinth Flowers 
from Splitting or Popping 
When removing Hyacinths from outside pits into the green- 
house, be sure that they are moved quickly and pots covered at 
all times, to prevent exposure to low temperatures. If this is not 
done during this period, the flower-spikes will erther appear split 
or will blast, ruming your crop. Be sure that any chang. in 
temperature that you make is gradual; otherwise you will en- 
counter the above conditions. 
