soil until one-third of the bulb appears above the surface. 
After potting the bulbs, the pans may be plunged into 
a coldframe or in a sheltered spot in the garden. They 
should be covered with several inches of soil, and before 
severe frost sets in, they should be mulched heavily with 
leaves or straw. They may be lifted after January 1, pro- 
vided the bud is already out of the bulb. Bulbs not suffi- 
ciently advanced should be left until developed. 
Keep the pans in a dark cool spot until the buds extend 
sufficiently above the bulb. After the flowers are plainly 
visible, they should be kept in a slightly cooler temperature 
to promote sturdy growth of the plants. The flowers should 
not be exposed to strong sunlight at any time, for they are 
apt to fade. For indoor culture plant exhibition size bulbs 
of named varieties only. 
EXHIBITION HYACINTHS 
Selected bulbs of the highest quality, bound to produce 
the best results for exhibition. Also recommended where 
extra large spikes are wanted. 
Top-size bulbs in any of the following named varieties, 
$3.80 per dozen, $30 per 100. 
First Size Hyacinths 
First size bulbs in any of the following named varieties, 
$3.20 per dozen, $25 per 100. 
Bedding Hyacinths 
These are much superior to the ordinary bedding. Hya- 
cinths and produce larger spikes. 
Any of the following named varieties can be furnished in 
this size at $2.60 per dozen, $20 per 100. 
Rose 
PINK PEARL 1. The large spike is closely set with bells 
of a distinct rose-pink. One of the finest varieties, 
recommended for the garden and for forcing. 
The compact flowers are broad, with long, nicely 
shaped bells; beautiful of form and of a_ distinct 
rose coloring. One of the latest to bloom. Forces about 
the beginning of February and is as completely satis- 
factory for forcing as for the garden. 
PRI?3CESS MARGARET 3. The very large truss is com- 
pactly set with well-formed bells of soft pink. 
JAN BOS 1. Long, deep carmine-red, spike of extra 
quality on a tall, strong stem. Very early forcer. 
HERALD 3. The large spike is set with bells of a deli- 
cate clear rose; of perfect form and one of the earliest 
forcers. 
ROSEA MAGNA 2. The fine broad truss is set with 
very large bells of deep rose color. Especially recom- 
