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Lycorts 
Attractive, colorful, Amaryllis-like plants from China and Japan 
where they are held in highest esteem. The hardy species (all except 
L. aurea and L. radiata) should be planted in SEPTEMBER in light 
loose soil, full sun or light woodland shade. Set 4 inches deep, 6 to 8 
inches apart, and 3 or more in a group. The companionship of foliage 
plants is most welcome as the foliage of Lycoris is quite sparse. Be 
sure to order these EARLY, along with Colchicums, Galanthus and 
others that need to be planted in September. 
AUREA. Golden Spider Lily. A very rare and beautiful specie of 
golden yellow and orange. While completely hardy in the deep 
south, it can be grown successfully outdoors as far north as the 
District of Columbia if properly mulched. In the north it is an excellent 
pot plant. Each $2.50, 3 $6.90. 
INCARNATA. Fragrant flowers of dainty flesh pink or bright rose, 
6 to 12 clustered on one to two foot scapes. Hardy south of Long 
Island without protection; further north with protection. Each $1.05, 
3 $2.80, 12 $10.80. 
RADIATA. The long undulating petals and stamens of these bright 
coral-red flowers have earned for them the common name “‘Red 
Spider Lily.”’ It is hardy and very commonly grown along the Pacific 
coast and south of Washington, D. C. In the North it makes a fine 
pot plant. Each $.80, 3 $2.10, 12 $7.85. 
SPRENGERI. Pretty rose-pink flowers on long pedicels. Reliably 
hardy in the north when planted in sheltered spots with some winter 
protection. Completely hardy elsewhere. Each $4.85. 
SQUAMIGERA (Amaryllis Halli—‘Hardy Amaryllis”). Perhaps 
the most popular of all the Lycoris; producing in late August and 
early September a beautiful display of large sparkling pink flowers 
tinged amethyst blue. The attractive green foliage is produced in 
spring and grows until July when it ripens and disappears. About a 
month later the flower stalks spring from the ground to a height of 
two or three feet. Reliably hardy and unusual, and will thrive in 
partial shade. Set crown about 4 inches below surface of soil. Each 
$1.50, 3 $4.20, 12 $15.00. 
Nerine 
Despite the remarkable beauty of these handsome autumn-flowering 
bulbs from South Africa they are not as yet widely grown in this 
country. Yet their charm is irresistible and they are gaining rapidly 
in popularity, particularly in the deep south and other warm sections 
where they can be grown outdoors. In the north they are the finest 
of pot plants, and bloom abundantly year after year once they are 
well established. 
The individual flowers are of exquisite finely wrought tissue, with 
a sparkling quality unmatched by any other Amaryllis. Blooming 
period is September through January, depending upon the specie or 
variety. In the hands of good gardeners they are easily grown. A 
Van Tubergen specialty. 
BOWDENI. 9 to 10 beautiful rose-pink blossoms borne in large 
clusters about 15 inches above the ground. The finest of all. Septem- 
ber blooming. Each $1.65, 3 $4.40. 
BOWDENI PINK BEAUTY. A deeper pink than the former; taller 
and very free flowering. Each $1.85, 3 $5.15, 12 $18.50. 
FLEXUOSA ALBA. A tall, free flowering, pure white variety. 
Each $1.70, 3 $4.80. 
UNDULATA (Crispa). Small dainty umbels of pale soft pink. A truly 
charming dwarf subject. Each $.40, 3 $.95, 12 $3.35, 25 $6.10. 
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The fragrant “Sea Daffodil’ of Peru. Large lily-like flowers similar 
to Amaryllis except the petals are notched and fringed creating a 
glamorous and fantastic effect quite different from anything else. Of 
easy culture as a pot plant or for the garden, blooming soon after 
planting. A group of these handsome plants is always a center of 
interest. These are shipped in late fall for pot culture. For outdoor 
planting order from our spring catalogue (mailed in January). 
AMANCAES. A very rare species with beautiful, deep yellow 
flowers. Each $92.50. 
CALATHINA ADVANCE. A splendid improvement for the well- 
known |. Calathina. It grows Q feet tall with large, pure wite flowers 
having green stripes in the throat. Each $1.05, 3 for $9.85. 
FESTALIS (I. Calathina x Elisena longipetala). A free flowering sort 
having pure white flowers with elegant curved petals. Each $1.55, 
3 $4.30. 
SULPHUR QUEEN (I. Calathina x Amancaes). A very fine early 
blooming hybrid Primrose yellow, throat light yellow with green 
stripes. Each $1.30, 3 $3.60. 
Favorite Cools 

No. 808 DRAW CUT PRUNING SHEARS 
These are old favorites for several important reasons. 
@ The tempered tool steel is of finest Wiss craftsmanship. 
@ Palm of the hand cannot be pinched with open end. 
@ Almost impossible to spring the blades under normal use. 
@ Fits very comfortably in any size hand. 
@ They have the most powerful clean cutting shearing action of any 
shears the same size. 
@ Easy to sharpen; replacement parts available. 
We recommend these without reservation for a lifetime of service. 
Overall length is 8 inches. Each $4.00. 

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No. LE61 LIGHTWEIGHT FLORAL SPADE 
Specially designed for working in flower borders and other places 
where a small light tool is desired. The blade is slightly curved, 514 
inches wide, and 10 inches long. Total weight is only 234 Ibs., yet 
it is extremely strong and durable. Ideal for feminine gardeners. 
Each $2.25 

No. DST DROPSHANK TROWEL 
Designed for a multitude of garden uses and for long hours of 
work with minimum fatigue, we consider this to be the finest trowel 
made. We have used these for years and would never start a day’s 
gardening without one. 
The blade of polished, tempered tool steel is 4 inches wide and 
6 inches long, fitted to the hardwood handle with a solid socket. 
Truly a lifetime tool. Each $.185 
ALUMINUM GARDEN MARKERS 
Plants are more enjoyable if known by correct names. Label your 
bulbs with these ‘Everlasting’ aluminum markers with zinc name 
plates. Pencil marks stay for years. 
A. New 12 Inch Hairpin Type. Remov- 
able plate. Both sides usable. 12 
$.60, 20 $1.00, 100 $3.50. 
Extra Lock-Rim Plates. 10 for $.20, 
100 for $1.50. 
B. White Zinc 7 Inch Labels. For attach- 
ing to branches of trees, shrubs, and 
other plants. 25 $.40, 100 $1.00. 
C. Double Wire Garden Marker, with 
9 inch aluminum wire standards and 
white zinc name plate. Both sides 
usable. Tilted for easy reading. 12 
$.60, 20 $1.00, 100 $3.50. 
Replacement Zinc Plates. 10 for 
$.15, 100 for $1.00. 
D. Three Inch Swinging Label on 11 inch aluminum wire staff. 
White zinc name tab is adjustable for easy reading. 12 $.40, 
20 $.60, 100 $2.50. 
Replacement Name Tabs. 10 for $.20, 100 for $1.50. 
E. New Rose Marker. A decided improvement on Label C, offered 
for the first time this year. Extra large zinc name-plate which 
cannot get loose, but can be replaced in a moment. Slanted plate 
is easily read. Very strong. 12 $.80, 20 $1.15, 100 $4.00. 
Replacement Name Plates. 10 for $.30, 100 for $2.50. 
F. Special Marking Pencil. Each $.10. 

