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Muayestic Culips 
of BRILLIANT SPLENDOR and PASTEL LOVELINESS 
\We have the honor to present direct from Holland the finest varieties and latest originations of the world-famous firm 
of C. G. Van Tubergen, Ltd.; recognized as the world’s most skillful hybridizers of bulbous and tuberous plants. Each 
variety has been carefully selected according to rigid standards of color quality, refinement of form, substance, bearing, 
and general performance. While many are exceptionally choice, rare, or unusual, all may be considered as the finest 
available. No matter what your selection you are assured of peerless beauty. 
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id To aid in the proper selection of varieties we have compiled this brief outline of groups into which Tulips have been segregated. 
As a quick reference it will enable you to choose the correct types for period of bloom, characteristics and colors desired. Further N 
* EARLY—Mid to Late April 
Single Early—Page 8 
Short stocky stems. Large, bright colored flowers. Ex- 
cellent for forcing, general bedding and windy areas. 
Double Early——Page 9 
Same as above, but fully double. Excellent for massing. 
* MID-SEASON—Late April thru First of May 
Mendel—Page 13 
Taller than early Tulips, shorter than late, but long enough 
for cutting. Excellent for forcing, cutting and general 
bedding. Unusual combinations of color. 
Triumph— Page 10 
Same height as Mendels. Strong stiff stems. Comparable 
to Darwins in size of bloom and color quality, but selec- 
tion of colors is not yet extensive. Flowers of good sub- 
stance and long lasting. Ideal for forcing. 
* LATE—Second thru Last Week of May 
Darwin—Page 3 
Long slender stems. Large cup-shaped flowers of good 
substance, refined form and stately bearing. True aristo- 
crats. An exceptionally wide range of colors, pure white 
through the rainbow to almost black. No bronze. Clear, 
definite shades of color, and uniform tones. 
Include many rare items of unusual interest and charm. 
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details will be found under each group heading on the page indicated. 
Breeder—Page 6 
Long stems, but stout and stiff. Colors are usually two- p 
toned, rather neutral, and include many valuable “Art 
Shades,’’ interesting combinations and unusual hues. No 
whites. 
Cottage—Page 7 
Long slender stems. Petals generally long and pointed. 
mostly brilliant colors of indescribable shades impercep- 
tibly blending into one another. No lavenders, purple 
or bronze, but otherwise a wide range of colors. 
Double Late (Peony-flowered)—Page 13 
Long, rigid stems, though a bit shorter than Darwins. 
Fully double, brilliantly colored flowers of excellent 
quality and truly amazing proportions. Rapidly becoming 
very popular. 
Lily-Flowered—Page 10 
Moderately long stems. Curved and pointed petals, 
artistically reflexed. Very graceful. Good selection of 
colors. 
Parrot—Page 11 Y/ 
Flowers of unusual interest. Large, deeply cut, fringed 
and laciniated petals. (See pictures on Page 9.) 
Rembrandt—Page 14 
“Broken” Darwin Tulips. Flecked, feathered, and striped 
flowers. Shorter stemmed than Darwins. 
* ALL-SEASON—Species and Botanical Varieties—Page 14 
No general notes apply to this group, as each variety or species is a definite individual. Vary in height from 3 to 20 inches. 
Periods of bloom range from last week of March thru last week of May. Exceptionally well suited to rock garden culture. 
Note: Blooming periods are based on the Northeastern part of U. S., but the same sequence will follow in any part of the country. 
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Special Cultp Collections 
SAMPLER COLLECTION 
These varieites have been carefully chosen to give our customers 
an opportunity to study at first hand the many types of Tulips that 
can be used to beautify the garden after the Single Early and Double 
Tulips have passed on. All colors are represented 
Lily-Flowered—Martha Rembrandt—American Flag 
Mendel—Zenith Cottage—Belle Jaune 
Triumph—Alberio Breeder—Bacchus 
Darwin-—-Tubergen’s Glory Double Late—Mount Tacoma 
Bizarre Absalom Parrot—Blue Parrot 
30 bulbs, 3 each of 10 varieties, labeled $ 3.95 
50 bulbs, 5 each of 10 varieties, labeled 5.95 
100 bulbs, 10 each of 10 varieties, labeled 10.95 
1949 COLOR ENSEMBLE 
Cottage and Darwin Tulips 
This is a collection composed of fine varieties in a wide range of 
colors that may be used together or as separate groups in borders. 
Pink—-Mr. Van Zijl Rose—-Pride of Zwanenburg 
Lilac—Insurpassable Black—Queen of Night 
Scarlet—Scarlet Leader Orange—Beverley 
White—White City . Cherry-Rose—King George V 
Yellow—Arethusa Deep Yellow—Sunkist 
30 bulbs, 3 each of 10 varieties, labeled $ 4.35 
50 bulbs, 5 each of 10 varieties, labeled 6.50 
100 bulbs, 10 each of 10 varieties, labeled 11.90 
Novelties 
We take great pleasure in presenting these novelties which 
represent the latest advancement in the art of flower breeding and 
urge Our customers to treat themselves to the thrill of growing some- 
thing extraordinary by planting a few of these new varieties. We 
believe that the Messers. Van Tubergen have been very modest in 
their descriptions 
All Bulbs are Extra Size, 12 cms or over 
Figures following names denote height in inches 
DYANITO, 20. (Lily-Flowered) A very valuable addition to this 
class as it is the first bright red Lily-lowered Tulip with a good strong 
stem. Each $2.50. 
FLORENCE DU CANE, 24. (Darwin) Deep carmine pink, inside 
white tinged, with a pure white base. Large substantial flower on a 
strong stem. One of our finest novelties. Each $1.90. 
GRENVIL OF LABRADOR, 28. (Darwin) One of our finest 
introductions. An immense flower of dark red with large blue center 
that is a stand-out in the garden. Remarkable for its long and sturdy 
stems. (4*) Each $.95, 3 $2.50. 
MARIETTA, 22. (Lily-Flowered) An enormous improvement in this 
section as the flowers have the size and qualities of a Darwin. The 
color is a beautiful dawn pink. Points of petal segments are much 
reflexed. Each $1.50, 3 $4.20. 
