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ARLY contracts with our growers 
in Northern France” enable us to 
offer at extremely attractive prices, 
limited quantities of our Scheepers’ 
Special Strain of "TRUE NORTHERN 
FRANCE” LILIUM CANDIDUM (MA- 
DONNA LILY) which has been success- 
fully used for many years in the finest 
gardens throughout this country. 

Among the Lilies, the lovely MADONNA LILY (Lilium Candidum) rules 
supreme. Combining fragrance, stateliness, beauty, and inspiring char- 
acteristics in a high degree, it adds a touch of chaste refinement to any 
garden, no matter how sumptuous or modest. 
It is very easy to grow; the prime requisite for successful cultivation is 
the correct start with the right kind of bulbs. France is the chief producer 
of Madonna Lily bulbs. In some sections of France, particularly in the 
South, strains of Madonna Lilies are produced that have not proven 
satisfactory in American gardens. The finest stocks are produced in one 
or two nurseries in the NORTH OF FRANCE, and these fields have 
escaped the ravages of war. 
HOW, WHEN AND WHERE TO PLANT THEM 
Because of their pure white color, Madonna Lilies 
fit in any garden scheme. For best effect plant in 
clumps of 5 to 10 bulbs each throughout the hardy 
border. Set them about 4 inches apart each way, plac- 
ing little sharp sand underneath each bulb for proper 
drainage. Set the bulb at a slight tilt and cover the 
crown with not over 2 inches of soil. A liberal 
addition of humus to the soil will amply repay itself. 
The best time to plant is during September—the 
sooner the better. Root action will commence at once 
and a slight leaf growth will be made before heavy 
frosts stop vegetation. 
They are not particular as to location; either sun 
or shade, but prefer partial shade to be at their best. 
ORDER NOW—SUPPLY IS LIMITED 
