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For Outdoor Gardens ... Indoor Forcing . . . and Exhibition 
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Hyacinths are indispensable in the early spring garden be- them in clumps of 5 to 10 with other flowers of contrasting 
cause of their clear, desirable colors and their perfect faithful- forms of foliage and colors’ to add grace and lightness. Their 
ness in blossoming. Although many are used for bedding where delightful fragrance is not the least of their charms and is very 
they make tine displays, their beauty is enhanced by planting enjoyable whether they are grown inside or out. 
SIZES GF BULBS AVAILABLE 
All Imported Hyacinth bulbs are graded in Holland accord- We offer 4 of the above grades. 
ing to the following sizes—14/15 cm.—15/16 cm.—16/17 TA Scere nature 
cm ILLS cm.— 18/19 cm.—19 cm. and over. = For economical planting in large groups and colorful 
The smallest size 14/15 cm. (referred to as ‘’Miniature masses. 
Hyacinths’’) is generally used for mass display when economy 
is necessary. Spikes are small, but well formed. By close plant- 15/16 cm Cte, 
ing, beautiful effects can be achieved without too much For general bedding in small or large groups. 
expense. 17/18 cm. 
The next size, 15/16 cm., is the most popular bedding size For-planting in small groups when large spikes are desired 
as bulbs are still economical in cost but produce larger spikes. that will withstand moderate rain and wind. 
Heavy wind and rain storms do not bother them. 
The other sizes are used according to size of spike desired 
and price range. 
Extra size bulbs, 19 cm. and over, are used for indoor forc- 
19 cm. and over. 
For indoor forcing, and for growing exhibition spikes out- 
doors in a sheltered location. 
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ing and exhibition purposes as they produce the very finest, Regardless of size, all bulbs are firm, plump and healthy, 
tallest spike of all. However, it is well to keep in mind that all clean and well cured—our usual superb quality. 
sizes of bulbs can be forced—in fact many prefer the dainty Some varieties do not produce large bulbs, so largest size is 
diminutive spikes of the smaller bulbs. indicated in description. 
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Those marked * are earliest flowering varieties *OSTARA. Novelty. Well-finished spike of deep blue. This new 
6 bulbs are /% the 12 price variety is excellent for earlier forcing. 
50 bulbs are V2 the 100 price PERLE BRILLIANT. The individual bells are blue outside while 
the inside is light blue, and the flowers are carried on sturdy stems. 
rN DARK iat ge Fe Excellent bedding variety, and good for late forcing. 
DUKE OF WESTMINSTER. Deep purplis ue with lighter center 
having well formed broad trusses. Fine for late forcing and most QUEEN OF THE BLUES. Large spikes of bright pure Cambridge 
blue. Fine bedding variety, rather late flowering, and not good for 
excellent for bedding. Sa qureeine 
KING OF THE BLUES. Deep steel or Oxford blue with extra large, 
close spike. A magnificent show variety as it forces splendidly in SCHOTEL. Soft pure blue flowers. Very tall spike. Excellent for 
February. The flowers are very sweetly scented. forcing and tor pots. 
“MARY. Dark blue with large spike. Flowers about 10 days in ad- WHITE 
vance of King of the Blues. ARENTINE ARENDSON. Early, wax-like white, very large and full 
ZULU KING. Excellent long-lasting spikes of deep blackish-blue. spikes. 
This variety is very easily forced. Largest bulb available is 17 cm. 
Each-45c, 3-$1.10, 12-$4.15, 25-$7.45. 
LIGHT BLUE 
*BISMARCK. Grand spike with large bells; the best blue Hyacinth 
for earlier forcing. 
*DR. LIEBER. Light blue, one of the best pure blue Hyacinths for DEEP PINK 
early forcing and bedding. “GERTRUDE. Clear ros : ; 
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introduced and might be called an improved Queen of the Blues. 
Has an enormous spike of bright pure blue flowers and is fine for 
*CARNEGIE. Strong compact spikes of large pure white flowers. 
Very late flowering, and excellent for bedding as well as for pot 
culture. 
L’INNOCENCE. Large bells, pure white. The best pure white for 
forcing, and an excellent bedding variety. 
*PINK PEARL. Rich, deep pink on very strong and handsome spike. 
Excellent variety for early forcing. 
pots. 
“GRAND MAITRE. Fine porcelain blue with large bells on a splen- QUEEN OF THE PINKS. A sport from King of the Blues, with flow- 
did spike. Very fine for pots and for forcing after the middle of ers of purest pink. One of the most popular bedding varieties. 
January. *QUEEN WILHELMINA. Early bright deep pink with blush eye. 
*MYOSOTIS. Very fine bright blue flowers. Long spike. A popular Very elegant spike. Largest bulb available is 17 cm. Each-45c, 
and beautiful variety. 3-$1.10, 12-$4.15, 25-$7.45. 
