grant and similar to Ismene in shape, 
to which it is closely related. They 
may be grown in pots in the colder 
sections. 15 inches. 35c. . 
Phaius 
Nun’s Orchid 
GRANDIFOLIUS. A terrestrial Or- 
chid of easy culture. It will flower in 
the open in Southern California and 
Florida, and may be grown as a house 
plant or under glass elsewhere. The 
numerous large flowers are held on 3 
to 4-foot stems and are a combina- 
tion of white, brown red in color. 
Blooms in the early Spring. Delivery 
any time. Small plants, $3.50. 
Quesnelia 
Bromeliad similar to Billbergia and 
Aechmea, but differing from them in 
the structure of its flowers. They re- 
quire the same cultural conditions as 
Billbergias. Delivery any time. 
’ ARVENSIS. Large rosette of deep 
green, spiny leaves from the center 
of which is produced in midsummer 
a cone of most brilliant red inflores- 
cense with lavender flowers. Stock 
limited. $6.00. 
LIBONIA. Foliage light green, up- 
right and compact. The flower is 
stunningly beautiful and different. 
The stem is erect, 18 inches high, 
bearing brilliant burnt orange calyx 
and blue-black flowers. $1.50. 
SPECIES. An unidentified species 
whose foliage is similar to Billbergia 
euphemiae but smaller. The calyx is 
a brilliant red and flowers deep blue. 
A fast grower and excellent hanging 
basket subject. $1.50. 
Ranunculus 
These lovely flowers are becoming 
increasingly popular each year be- 
cause of their ease of culture, cheer- 
ful colors, large, well formed flowers, 
and because they are so long-lasting 
when cut. During the years when the 
supply of Tulips is curtailed they are 
filling the gap and giving us as much 
if not more satisfaction. In the South 
they may be planted any time, Aug- 
ust to April, and they will bloom 
within 10 weeks. In the North plant 
as soon as the ground is in condition. 
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Rhodea japonica 
Successive plantings two weeks apart _ 
will furnish you with a very long 
season of bloom. Plant in full sun, in 
soil lightened with deep cultivation. 
Soak the bulbs for an hour in water 
and plant prongs down 2 inches 
deep and 4 to 8 inches apart. De- 
livery throughout the Fall and Win- — 
ter. Separate colors of yellow, gold, 
orange, pink, red and white, $1.00 | 
doz.; mixed colors, 75c doz.; small — 
flowering size bulbs, mixed colors, _ 
$1.50 per 100. oe 
Rohdea 
Sacred Lily of China 
JAPONICA. A highly ornamental — 
foliage plant well suited for pot cul- 
ture and useful as a house plant. The 
leaves are 3 inches wide and 12 to 
18 inches long, growing from an Iris- 
like rhizome. The white inconspicu- — 
ous flowers are followed by clusters _ 
of large, bright red berries which are _ 
held for a few months. These plants — 
come from China and Japan, where | 
they are highly prized. Give them 
the same culture as you would any | 
house plant. In warm sections they ~ 
may be planted in a shady location ~ 
in the open. We have several vari-_ 
eties, but have not been able to | 
identify their names. We list them by © 
number according to the markings — 
of the foliage. bey 
No. 1. Plain green leaves. $1.00. : 
No. 2. Leaves narrowly edged . 
cream. $1.50. Cra: 
No. 4. Leaves tall, straight and > 
stately. Dark green with heavy — 
creamy white margins. $4.00 each. _ 
