SPRING-FLOWERING BULBS 
For the Garden, Rock-Garden and Naturalistic Planting 
Spring bulbs are among the most eagerly awaited flowers of the whole garden, for they announce 
a new growing season. They may be planted among perennials, at the edge of a shrub border, or 
on a grassy slope where they can produce a naturalistic effect. They 
rock-garden. 
CHIONODOXA (Glory-of-the-Snow). Brilliant 
sky-blue flowers that come into bloom soon after 
the snow is gone. They require no further care 
when once planted. 35c. for 10; $2.75 per 100. 
Spring-flowering Crocus 
Ready for delivery in October 
One of the earliest of flowers to bloom in the 
spring. Crocus will grow in any place—in the lawn, 
in flower borders, in rock-gardens, edge of shrubs, 
on the slopes of terraces, In sun or shade or even 
under trees. This little gem has endeared itself to all 
those who look to nature for signs of returning spring. 
Plant during the fall and cover the bulbs 2 to 3 
inches deep. For mass effect, space the bulbs 2 to 3 
inches apart. 
Top-size Bulbs. White, Blue, Striped, Yellow: 
45c. for 10; $4.00 per 100. 
Special Crocus Mixture 
100 First-Size Crocus. 
20 Crocus each of 
all 5 colors in lithographed bag 
SPECIAL PRICE, $2.15 per 100 


Spring-flowering Crocus 
add a great deal to the spring © 
ERYTHRONIUM $(Dog’s-Tooth Violet), Mixed. 
Charming woodland plants with nodding lily- 
like blooms that vary from greenish white to pure 
white, pink, Iavender, Iemon-yellow and orange- 
yellow. Foliage mottled brown in some sorts. 
These interesting spring flowers succeed in any 
light soil, especially in partial shade, and profit 
by a winter mulch of leaves or litter. Plant about 
4 inches deep. Good mixture of colors. 85c. for 
10; $7.75 per 100. 
FRITILLARIA imperialis (Crown Imperial). 
Tall stems with a tuft of narrow leaves at the 
top beneath which the drooping, clear yellow, 
bell-shaped flowers are arranged in a ring. 35c. 
each; $3.25 for 10. 
FRITILLARIA meleagris (Snake’s Head or 
Guinea-Hen Flower). Pendent, _ bell-shaped 
flowers oddly marked and checkered. Does well 
in semi-shade and is perfectly hardy. 10 to 18 
inches high. Blooms in the spring. 45c. for 10; 
$3.75 per 100. 
IRIS reticulata. An early variety blooming just 
before the crocuses. The blooms are a rich violet 
color with bright yellow markings and have a 
violet fragrance. Prefers a warm, well-drained l[o- 
cation. Much recommended for early forcing. 
Plant 6 bulbs in a 5-inch pan. Hardy with pro- 
tection. Top-Size, $1.40 for 10; $2.75 for 25. 
IXIA (African Corn Lily). These charming flowers, 
with their rich and varied hues, make a brilliant 
display in the spring when planted outdoors in a 
protected place. They may be grown indoors for 
winter blooms also. 45c. for 10; $3.50 per 100. 
MIUSCARI, Heavenly Blue (Grape Hyacinth). 
Numerous spikes of light blue flowers during 
April. Can be planted in masses or in the rock- 
garden, in either shade or sun. Be sure to plant 
a liberal amount to add color to your rock- 
garden. 45c. for 10; $3.50 per 100. 
MUSCARI botryoides album. Pure white Grape 
Hyacinth. 55c. for 10; $4.75 per 100. 
SCILLA campanulata (Wood Hyacinth). Bears 
bell-like flowers on 15-inch spikes during early 
May. Does very well in shady situations. White, 
Blue, or Rose. 50c. for 10; $3.75 per 100. 
SCILLA sibirica (Squills). Exquisite rich blue 
flowers in early spring. A charming effect may be 
had by planting in conjunction with yellow crocus, 
chionodoxas and snowdrops. 45c. for 10; $4.00 
per 100. 
SNOWDROPS. In early spring a snowy white bed 
of graceful Snowdrops is a lovely sight. They may 
also be used effectively in the center or at the edge 
of a bed, tntermingled with scillas or chiono- 
doxas. 
SNOWDROP, Single. Large lovely single white 
bells. 55c. for 10; $5.25 per 100. 

ALL PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 



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