WILSON’S IMPROVED TIGRIDIAS 
iIGRIDIA is a species of Iris—- 
ali a half-hardy bulb. One of the 
most gorgeous and _ fascinat- 
ing of the Iris family when properly 
grown in a moist, cool spot in the 
garden. Contrary to popular opin- 
ion, this flower is not one that will 
succeed well in a rock garden, with 
low - growing succulents requiring 
little or no water. With just ordi- 
nary care, Tigridia can be grown 
in almost any section of the United 
States and in the southern prov- 
inces of Canada. Any good garden 
soil with a reasonable amount of 
humus will produce excellent 
plants. They require constant mois- 
ture but will not thrive in boggy 
or poorly-drained soil. Bulbs are 
planted four to six inches deep 
after the ground becomes warm in 
Spring. Planting times vary con- 
siderably in different sections of 
the country, but the best rule to 
follow is to plant about the same 
time the tomato plants are set out. 
Cold ground and too much moisture 
are sometimes very injurious to 
Tigridia bulbs. 
Gardeners should be particularly 
careful to purchase ONLY plump, 
fresh bulbs. The dried, shriveled 
kind are practically worthless, 
since, if they succeed in sprouting, 
the entire season is used in gain- 

THE VARIETIES — 
Every variety of Tigridia listed here was developed and named by us. 
Some are similar, but not exactly the same as the average Tigridia. Seed 
from only the largest and shapeliest of flowers is planted. Careful selec- 
tion as to shape and size of blossom is our constant aim. Strict rules are 
followed in segregation of colors, and while no warranty can be given that 
all will be the color named, the percentage of off-colors is very small. 
We offer only the best varieties, carefully selected, with others to follow 
when stocks are large enough to make it possible. 
BUCCANEER—Strong, sinewy stems; flashing scarlet petals; deep orange 
cup filled with maroon spots. Flowers are of heavy texture, beautifully 
shaped. 
Each 20c, Six $1.00, Dozen $2.00 
GYPSY MAID—Clear, shining chrome yellow petals, maroon spotted cup. 
Large flower. A delightful gem for those who love yellow. 
Each 20c, Six $1.00, Dozen $2.00 
SENORITA—A 1945 Introduction—A lovely new golden yellow Tigridia, 
resembling Gypsy Maid, except that spots in cup are small, giving the 
effect of bright red gems set on light yellow silk. Petals are wider and 
more rounding, and the whole flower somewhat more symmetrical. A 
very fine addition to our family of Yellow Tigridias. Stock very limited. 
Each 75c, Three $2.15, Six $3.75 
SUNSET GLOW—Petals orange, with streaks of warm scarlet from cup te 
very edge of petals. Cup blotched deep red. Stock very limited. 
Each 20c, Six $1.00. Dozen $2.00 
DAWN—An Exclusive Introduction—Gorgeous orange petals, streaked with 
scarlet and pure, spotless cup of rich deep yellow. No two blooms of 
Dawn are streaked alike, making this variety exceedingly beautiful and 
interesting. This variety is well named—the DAWN of a new day. 
Each 50c, Six $2.75, Dozen $5.00 
ROSE KING—Giant blossoms of fascinating rose color, varying somewhat 
in individuals. White cup with wine-red spots. Color blends nicely with 
other flowers in garden. 
Each 20c, Six $1.00, Dozen $2.00 
ROSITA—An Exclusive Introduction—Petals of soft violet-rose, just a little 
different shade than Rose King, with an unspotted cup of deep cream 
color, a most pleasing combination which lends itself very well in plant- 
ings with other flowers. Blooms are truly feminine, a trifle smaller than 
others, but more delicate. A perfect companion to boisterous Rose King. 
Each 50c, Six $2.75, Dozen $5.00 
VAGABOND PRINCE—Dazzling pure white petals, with immense cup of 
deep maroon spots. A perfect combination of colors, making it one of out- 
standing beauty. 
Not Available This Year. 
ing strength enough to bloom. If good, fresh bulbs are planted, the chances 
of success are multiplied, and a longer blooming season with larger flowers 
will be enjoyed. 
In mild sections, some gardeners leave bulbs in the ground al! winter, 
covering with a suitable mulch. We do not recommend this practice, due 
to ravages of cutworms, moles, mice, gophers and other pests. To be on the 
safe side, bulbs should be carefully lifted in the fall, and buried deeply in 
a box of damp sand or peat moss, and divided just before planting out the 
following spring. Bulbs should be stored in a cool place, 40 degrees or 
nearly so, is the best. 
While the individual bloom of Tigridia lasts but one day, the number of 
blooms per plant far exceeds any known bulbous plant. Number of blooms 
naturally depends upon size of bulb planted, and care given during the 
season. Our average bulb should produce from nine to fifteen blooms 
under favorable conditions. Blossoms are so arranged by nature that a new 
one appears about every second or third day, each bloom-sheath containing 
three to five buds. Bulbs often produce two or three stalks, which means 
that there should be at least one flower per bulb in bloom each day. 
In sections where the summers are hot and dry, it is wel! to plant in 
partial shade, giving water enough to keep soil moist at all times—not 
soaked. In cool sections of the Northwest, Tigridia grows best in full sun- 
light 
Tigridias can be beautifully arranged in bouquets Stalks are cut the 
evening previous to blooming, arranged while in bud, and the next morn- 
ing brings a gorgeous bouquet unfolding before your eyes Flowers remain 
open almost all day. Then, if the bouquet is allowed to remain in water, 
new blossoms will appear in about two or three days. Cut Tigridias have 
been known to blossom four times after placing in water. 
TROUBADOUR—Petals white, streaked with red from edge cf cup to tips 
of petals. Deep red spots in cup. This one is sometimes classed as ‘‘pink” 
or "'orchid’’. Almost everyone admires this one. 
Not Available This Year. 
SCARLET GIANT—Enormous scarlet petals surround a cup of purest orange, 
underlaid with just a touch of red. No spots in cup. This Tigridia is shown 
in full color on the front of the catalog. Every order should include one 
or more of this gorgeous fellow. Propagation is rather slow, but bulbs 
sometimes attain enormous size. 
Each 30c, Six $1.50, Dozen $3.00 
CABALLERO—An Exclusive Introduction—An unusually fine new red, 
chosen from thousands of hybrid seedlings for its size of bloom, texture 
of petals and entirely different markings in cup. Spots of deep red, and 
small, like rubies on a background of orange. Foliage is very vigorous 
and flowers stand high and proud on strong stems. Stock very limited. 
Each 50c, Six $2.75, Dozen $5.00 
CANARY QUEEN—Petals of soft, chrome yellow; white cup with faint spots, 
almost imperceptible. Flowers are delicate and a trifle smaller than 
other varieties, but somewhat more prolific. Blooms a few days later 
than other varieties, with abundant foliage and generous propagation 
of small bulbs. A wonderful breeder. 
Each 30c, Six $1.50, Dozen $3.00 
PIRATE GOLD—A 1945 Introduction—Sparkling yellow petals, of perfect 
form, with cup of virgin white. This is one of the most beautiful Tigridias 
we have ever grown. Blooms are larger than Canary Queen, spots en 
tirely eliminated, and plants are vigorous and tall. Pirate Gold could be 
used with startling effect in almost any color combination desired in the 
garden. 
Each 75c, Six $3.75, Dozen $7.50 
JUBILEE ASSORTMENT—Introduced in 1939, the 50th year of statehood of 
Washington state. Composed entirely of progeny of 14 years of crossing 
and re-crossing. These bulbs are absolutely unsegregated, and no war- 
ranty can be given as to colors, but all are bulbs of first quality. Our 
stock of Jubilee Assortment is not too large this year, due tc tremendous 
sales in 1944. 
Three 55c, Six 90c, Dozen $1.80 
RAINBOW COLLECTION—Because of short stocks of several varieties, it is 
just not possible to offer this collection. Perhaps another season our 
stocks may become balanced to a point where we can again offer it 
without fear of disappointment to our customers. 
PLEASE READ—Tigridias are a summer-blooming flower. Orders 
may be placed any time from receipt of this catalog up to May Ist. 
After May Ist, all unsold bulbs are planted out in our fields. If your 
order reaches us before May lst, we either ship at once or place 
your bulbs in cold storage until planting time in your section, then 
ship them to you. We just CANNOT guarantee to fill orders arriving 
after the deadline. Except for VERY SPECIAL reasons, we do not 
deliver Tigridia bulbs in the Fall. 

