Giant Desert Candles From Tibet 
Cremurus - Goxtail Lilies | 
They are among the finest of hardy bulbous plants. Striking, sensational and dig- 
nified, are extremely effective in hardy plant borders where they form early, colorful 
groups. Absolutely hardy, they grow giant flower spikes that reach a height of from 
five to eight feet. They should be planted in autumn, from September until December, 
and they flourish in any sunny, well drained border. After blooming, the plant dis- 
appears above ground. Annuals may be planted right over them to fill the vacant 
space. Many of our customers fill such spaces with Gypsophila. Eremurus roots are 
persistent and once planted will last for ten or fifteen years or more without resetting 
or dividing, growing stronger and better from year to year. In the very coldest re- 
gions a light mulching is advised for their protection. 
PASTEL SHADED SHELFORD EREMURUS 
Stately—Daintily Graceful—Charmingly Dignified 
That is the impression these tall flower spikes make on one. These hardy hybrids 
are truly lovely. Their inflorescence is three feet long, containing great numbers of 
coppery pink, orange, pale yellow and pink flowers. Attaining an average height of 
four to five feet, these rich and rare blooms are excellent for cutting as well as garden 
planting. They create a most fascinating impression in the garden. They last three 
weeks or more indoors when kept in water. After many years of patient growing, 
our supply is now such that we can offer them at low cost, enabling you to plant them 
in groups of three, six or twelve, for it is when they are planted in units of three or 
more that they show to best advantage. Once planted, the roots will last for ten years 
or more. 
Shelford Pastel Hybrids Each $1.50, Three $4.00, Doz. $15.00 
SHELFORD HYBRIDS, NAMED VARIETIES 
Isobel. Coppery orange. Each $3.00 Rosalind. Bright pink. Each $3.00 
Moonlight. Pale yellow. Each $3.00 White Beauty. Pure white. Each $3.00 
Eremurus, Shelford Hybrids 
GIANT EREMURUS 
Spectacular and Rare Garden Plants 
Elwesianus albus Each $2.00, Three $5.50, Doz. $20.00 
Pure white flowers similar in form and height to Robustus. A magnificent species 
growing easily 7 feet tall. This, as well as all other Eremurus, is produced from 
seed which results in slight variation of tints and shadings. 
Robustus Mammoth roots, Each $3.00, Three $8.00, Doz. $30.00 
Giant roots, Each $2.00, Three $5.50, Doz. $20.00 
Flowering roots, Each $1.50, Three $4.00, Doz. $15.00 
Light rosy pink flowers grow on stems 6 to 8 feet tall One-third to one-half 
of the stem is covered with sparkling, small cuplike flowers. This is one of the 
giants of the family, easily grown and lasts from year to year. Giant roots 
produce one or more spikes. 
Himalaicus Each $2.00, Three $5.50, Doz. $20.00 
A veritable giant. It is a simple matter to grow flower stalks 7 to 9 feet tall on 
this variety. The rigid spikes are covered with waxy white, cuplike flowers with 
golden anthers and remain in bloom. four weeks or more. We have withheld 
Himalaicus from sale for several years because we wanted to sell this plant in 
quantity and at a popular price. With reasonable care they will flower for you 
ten years or more without need of transplanting. 
Him-Rob Each $2.00, Three $5.50, Doz. $20.00 
This tremendous flower is the result of a cross between Himalaicus and 
Robustus. Its 7- to 9-foot flower spikes are studded with shiny cuplike flowers 
which vary from pale to deep pink, the flowers lasting four weeks and longer. 
As in the case of Himalaicus we did not offer this variety for sale until a large 
= : stock was first available. Here really is something outstanding for your garden 
Eremurus Robustus at a price never before possible. 
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