receive mulch protection the first winter; after that none is 
necessary. 
Suecess or failure with poppies will depend upon one im- 
portant factor, namely drainage. On poorly drained lands 
poppies will be a dismal failure, while on well drained land 
they will grow like weeds and will be hard to eradicate. Be- 
fore deciding to grow poppies, you should determine if they 
can be grown successfully under your climatic conditions. ’? 
Seed Offerings Far 
1946-47 
‘‘This year the seeds are offered in one group only, a mix- 
ture of plum purples, various shades of maroon, different inten- 
sities of mauve and lavender selfs, salmon pinks, apple blossom 
pinks, watermelon pinks, and fused shades rarely if ever seen 
before. Some reds, oranges, and scarlets are likely to be present 
among your seedlings, but they will constitute a comparatively 
small percentage of the lot.’’ 
Prices 
Two dollars a packet. 
Ju Conclusion 
If you have read this letter up to this point you are in- 
terested in seeds of delphinium, poppies and daylilies. There 
are a few notes which will be helpful: 
Delphinium and poppy seed are sent out as soon after July 
20th. as they mature but daylily seed ripens later and will be 
mailed separately. 
If you follow directions vou should have good germination. 
In case of failure we shall follow our usual poly of replace- 
ment where the grower has been fair — if we have any lett 
when you write. 
Visitors are welcome at our garden during the June bloom- 
ing period. However, one should not expect a large showing 
because the space is small and we have always worked to have 
quality rather than quantity. 
If vou live in West Virginia 2% sales tax should be in- 
cluded with your order. 
If you have never grown delphinium you should get your 
experience with less valuable seeds. Come to us when you feel 
sure of success in matters of care and handling. 
If vou buy from us this year put in your order early so 
you will be sure to get it filled. 
We wish you luck. 
LYONDEL GARDENS 
Morgantown, W. Va. 
