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AN ADVENTURE IN GARDENING 
Every year thousands of these little marvels of the plant world are set in gardens 
everywhere—from the large cities to the country estates. Wherever they are planted 
they brighten up corners in spring with equal brilliance. 
The reason behind this miraculous display of bloom is that each bulb (of most 
kinds) already has the flower buds, in embryonic form, encased within itself. All the 
bulb requires is a place to grow, water and sunshine. These requirements are met in 
most places of habitation. 
However, if we are to continue the production of flowers from these same bulbs 
for other springs we must allow them to grow until they naturally go dormant or die 
down. This growth period is not really very long in terms of months and all we must do 
is to give them water, good soil and fertilizer which keeps our bulbs healthy and pro- 
duces flower buds. We will glady recommend the right kind of fertilizer for your bulbs 
at time of purchase. 
For every bulb we list there is a correct depth at which it should be planted. Refer 
to the chart below for the proper planting depth. A convenient rule to remember for 
planting bulbs is to cover them with a depth of soil equal to three times their height 
(from base to top). 
The sketches at the left are but a few suggestions for the use of bulbs. They are 
so universally used in plantings that it would be impossible in this small space to give 
them all. It is advisable to purchase bulbs in early fall when stocks are complete. 
Some of our flowering trees make excellent backgrounds and the colors of their 
flowers combine well with bulbs. Pink flowering peaches go well with Wedgewood Iris 
or blue Grape Hyacinths. Apartment dwellers can enjoy their own bulb flowers from 
pots. 
Quality of the bulbs planted is a determining factor in a prize display of spring 
flowers. The Daffodils and Narcissi bulbs listed in this book are all large double nose 
and all other bulbs are ‘’top-quality’’—the best that money can buy. 
NOVELTY DAFFODIL COLLECTION 
In the general course of propagating daffodils it requires about 25 to 30 years to 
produce enough stock of a new seedling to offer it to the public. During that time the 
Originator has plenty of opportunities to determine its value to ‘‘us gardeners’’ and also 
to exhibit it at the various Daffodil and flower shows. No one is going to do that much 
work without being sure that his origination is worth while. Thus we can say with con- 
fidence the bulbs here listed as Novelties are HERE TO STAY! 
You can have daffodils styled for years ahead by selecting any of the following 
six varieties or make a substantial saving by taking advantage of the collection offer 
ALL SiX VARIETIES PICTURED ON FRONT COVER 
Statendam. Extremely large flowered yellow trumpet daffodil. It is a vigorous grower 
with mammoth flowers, yet still well proportioned. Very lovely with the wide over- 
lapping petals and large flaring golden yellow trumpet. Each 50c, 12 for $5.00. 
Glory of the Morn. Also very large, especially for an incomparabilis daffodil, with 
flowers measuring over 4 inches across. Tall stems and a remarkably free-flowering 
habit. Flowers an attractive canary yellow with a flaring cup of deep yellow showing 
an attractive orange margin. Cup frilled. Each $2.50. 
Whiteley Gem. Very early flowering, this variety with its fine deep golden yellow petals 
and bright orange fluted cup adds a color note to the early garden that is hard to beat. 
Tall stems. Still new, Whiteley Gem has won many awards in the shows. Each 60c, 
12 for $6.00. 
Tunis. Award of Merit R.H.S. Really a remarkable Narcissus. Tall and robust, producing 
large flowers with waved white petals and large bold ivory crown with pale coppery- 
gold at the edge. Each 50c, 12 for $5.00. 
Silver Chimes. One of the prettiest small cupped triandrus hybrids. Flowers often as 
many as six Or more to the stem and pure whit2 with a delicate pale primrose cup. 
Excellent for pot culture or forcing in the greenhouse. Hardy here but not in very cold 
places. Each $2.50. 
Golden Perfection. A new jonquil hybrid with perfectly formed flowers that are really 
unique in this class. The deep citron yellow petals, broad and overlapping, show a sheen 
like mica. The cup, well proportioned, is pure golden yellow. Each 40c, 12 for $4.00. 




NOVELTY DAFFODIL 




COLLECTION 


One each of the above six Novelty Daffodils— 
will produce a dozen or more gorgeous blooms 






next spring. A $7.00 value for S575 
Plus 14c tax 



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