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ure of the Little 
A FASCINATING COLLECTION OF MINIATURE AND MEDIUM SIZE BULBOUS PLANTS 
One of the most extensive in this country, containing many rare and unusual species and varieties 
Most gardeners are familiar with such small bulbs as Crocus, Scillas, and Muscaris, but there are many delightful small- 
flowering bulbs which are often overlooked. The keen amateur who finds a special pleasure in the intriguing miniature 
blooms of many of the earlier spring flowering bulbs will find much in this catalogue to rouse his interest. 
The Tulip and Crocus species are particularly rich in unusual and beautiful little garden subjects and to those who 
have not grown them before, there are many rare finds in store. Leucojums, Eranthis, Fall Blooming Crocus and Hyacinthus 
amethystinus all have their special charm. 
We could apply the same description to other small bulbs, especially the dainty Muscari latifolium, so different from 
other members of its family with its two-toned bells and broad leaves. We would also commend to every gardener the 
whole family of Chionodoxas which while reasonably well-known deserve much wider recognition. 
As the firm of C. G 
. Van Tubergen is the leading hybridist and collector of these treasures. All of the newest, finest, 
and worth-while varieties will always be found in our catalogue. 
Chionodova 
GLORY-OF-THE-SNOW 
One of the most gladdening sights in early spring is a plantation 
of Chionodoxas which produce so lavishly their starry clustered 
blossoms of chiefly purest blue. While not as well known as Scillas 
they are worthy rivals as beautifiers in the spring garden. They in- 
crease rapidly by seeds and offsets, are absolutely hardy and can be 
left undisturbed for years. They are fine for planting under the edges 
of shrubs, for naturalizing, for borders or for the rock garden. The 
bulbs must be planted immediately on receipt. Depth to plant, 3 
inches and 2 or 3 inches apart. 
All Bulbs Extra Size. 
GIGANTEA. A giant form bearing blue flowers about 2 inches 
across On stems 5 or 6 inches in height. A choice variety. 6 $.55, 
12 $.90, 25 $1.60, 100 $5.50. 
GIGANTEA ALBA. A vigorous fine white companion to the 
above. 12 $.90, 25 $1.60, 100 $5.50. 
LUCILIAE. The pure sky-blue flowers with white throat are borne 
from 5 to 8 to a stem and make a fine display because 3 or 4 of the 
upright flowers are open at a time. Blooms a little later than C. 
gigantea. 12 $.50, 25 $.90, 100 $2.75. 
LUCILIAE ALBA. A beautiful variety of frosty white. Extra fine. 
12 $.90, 25 $1.60, 100 $5.50. 
LUCILIAE PINK GIANT. This is a new variety of great merit 
produced by Van Tubergen. Many large bright pink fowers are 
borne on tall stems. Highly recommended. (#) Each $.75, 3 $2.05, 
12 $7.65. 
LUCILIAE ROSEA. Deep pink buds opening lighter pink. A 
delightful variety. 12 $.90, 25 $1.60, 100 $5.50. 
SARDENSIS. A very early blooming type having blossoms of true 
gentian blue. 12 $.50, 25 $.90, 100 $9.75. 
TMOLI. Handsome blue flowers with a white base blooming later 
than the other varieties. Requires a moist situation in shade. 6 $.45, 
12 $.70, 25 $1.25, 100 $4.15. 
SPECIAL LUCILIAE MIXTURE—A\ll varieties (except Pink 
Giant). An exquisite combination of frosty white, pink, and 
sky-blue. 12 $.75, 25 $1.35, 100 $4.60, 950 $9.15. 

Colchicum 
Autumn Flowering 
_To the casual observer these appear to be giant, long necked 
Crocuses but instead are members of the Lily family. They boldly 
thrust their large airy heads up early in the fall and make a fine show 
over a period of a couple of months. Like most fall-blooming Crocuses, 
they are accompanied by no foliage as the leaves appear in early 
spring and disappear by June. They should be set shallowly in good 
soil where they will make a surprising increase. Curiously, Colchi- 
cums will bloom indoors whether planted or not and after blooming 
may be set outside without injury to the bulb. 
This is an extremely interesting and beautiful group of plants that 
merit a place in every garden. 
Order Colchicums as Early as Possible 
Bulbs are available for delivery only during late August and early 
September, and cannot be kept in storage for any great length of time. 
AGRIPPINUM. This is a rare variety having checkered flowers. 
The widely opened pink flowers are attractively checkered in a 
deeper color. As this needs a good baking over the summer, it should 
be planted in a warm location. Each $.60, 3 $1.60, 12 $5.90, 25 
$10.70. 
AUTUMNALE (MINOR). The true variety. Soft uniform lilac. 
6 $.75, 12 $1.20, 25 $9.95. 
AUTUMNALE ALBUM. A desirable free-flowering white form. 
6 $.75,12 $1.20, 25 $9.95. 
AUTUMNALE ALBUM PLENUM. A rare double white form of 
great beauty. Each $2.95. 
AUTUMNALE ATROPURPUREUM. Pale purple changing to 
deep crimson. A very rare dwarf variety which blooms very late. 
CV) 3 $.60, 12 $1.95, 25 $3.70, 100 $13.75. 
AUTUMNALE PLENUM. An unusual double variety having rosy- 
lilac flowers. Late. 3 $.60, 12 $1.95, 25 $3.70. 
AUTUMNALE MAJOR. See C. byzantinum. 
BORNMUELLERI. Immense flowers of clear violet with white 
ene Very fine. Each $.35, 3 $.80, 12 $2.75, 25 $5.05, 100 
19.95. 
BYZANTINUM (AUTUMNALE MAJOR). Many lilac-rose flow- 
ers. Each $.35, 3 $.80, 12 $2.75, 25 $5.05, 100 $19.95. 
CILICICUM. A rare species. Large flowers of pink with lilac checker- 
ing. Very free flowering. Each $.80, 3 $2.10. 
SPECIOSUM. Large bowl-shaped flowers of light violet. Late. 
Each $.30, 3 $.70, 12 $2.35, 95 $4.40, 100 $16.50. 
SPECIOSUM ALBUM. A large beautiful snow white. Each $1.95, 
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The following hybrids produced by Van Tubergen are wonderful 
improvements on older varieties as the colors are brighter and better. 
They are also excellent for flowering inside as the bulbs have flat 
bases and flower freely. 
HYBRIDUM LILAC WONDER. Outstanding pink-lilac. Very free 
flowering. Highly recommended. (4%) 3 $.90, 12 $3.15, 25 $5.75. 
HYBRIDUM THE GIANT. Immense deep lilac-mauve flower with 
a fine white base. Late. F. C. C. Haarlem. (4) Each $.35, 3 $.90, 
12 SS.lo, So oebs. Jo. 
HYBRIDUM WATER LILY. Words convey inadequately the sheer 
beauty of this variety. Large double flowers of bright lilac resembling 
a water lily. F. C. C. Haarlem. (4%) Each $7.50. 
OLOOL OL OL 
VERNUM (BULBOCODIUM VERNUM). This is placed under 
Colchicums only for convenience. While it resembles both the Crocus 
and Colchicum, it is actually the solitary member of its genus, Bulbo- 
codium. It resembles a pink fall-blooming Crocus with long nar- 
row petals but sends forth flowers soon after the Snowdrops appear 
in the spring. Rare and unusual. (4) 6 $.75, 12 $1.20, 25 $92.95. 
