FRITILLARIA MELEAGRIS 
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Fritilaria-Crown Jmperials 
Crown Imperials found their way centuries ago to 
the gardens of that day and were eagerly welcomed be- 
cause of the bright display they made in early spring. 
Today their stately elegance is still appreciated, and 
gardeners everywhere love them for their brilliant. crowns 
made up of bells, each with its drop of nectar that seems 
never to fall. They bloom in early April and should be 
planted about 6 inches deep in well-enriched soil in full 
sun or partial shade. They average about 4 feet in height. 
Plant immediately upon receipt of bulbs. 
AURORA. Deep orange-red. The variety most commonly grown. 
Each-65c  3-$1.80 6-$3.45 12-$6.85 25-$12.20 —100-$48.00 
LUTEA MAXIMA. Rich yellow flowers. The true variety. Very vig- 
orous grower. 
Each-$1.70 3-$4.80 6-$8.50 12-$17.00 
ORANGE BRILLIANT. We recommend this as one of the best. Large 
crowns of orange with a tawny flush, on tall robust stems. 
Each-65c  3-$1.80 6-$3.45 12-$6.85  25-$12.20  100-$48.00 
RUBRA MAXIMA. A lusty grower with enormous red flowers. Extra 
ne. 
Each-80c  3-$2.20 6-$4.30 12-$8.60 
25-$15.20 100-$60.00 
Galanthus ~ Snowdrops 
Snowdrops belong more to Winter than to Spring 
for though they linger into the early weeks of Spring 
they are able to force their way through frozen earth and 
wait not upon the vernal tide. They require very little 
attention and can remain undisturbed for years. To get 
a lovely effect, they must be planted thickly. They can 
be grown under trees and shrubs, in woodlands as well as 
in borders; anywhere they can have a rather moist and 
cool soil. They may also be naturalized in lawns in which 
case the lawn should not be mown before the leaves are 
withered. 
All Bulbs Top Size, unless otherwise noted. 
NIVALIS. Common Snowdrop. White with touches of green. Blooms 
very early, often through the last snows. Increases freely and 
persists for many years. Top size bulbs, 6 cm. and over. 
6-55c 12-$1.00 25-$1.75 100-$6.00 
NIVALIS PLENUS. A very charming double form of the above. Top 
size bulbs, 5 cm. and over. 
25-$2.10 
6-60c 12-$1.15 100-$7.50 
Fritillaria Meleagris 
Commonly known as the “Checkered Lily” or 
“Guinea Hen Flower’ because of its odd checker-like 
markings. It is frequently grown, not only because it 1s 
quaint and unusual but also because it can be planted 
with assurance that it will give freely over the years for 
every bit of attention lavished on it. Though not as 
showy and spectacular as Fritillaria imperialis, it has a 
charm all its own. The leafy graceful stems are hung 
with many pendant bell-like flowers of ideal size for rock 
gardens or group plantings. It is much easier to grow 
than F. imperialis, is very hardy, and will be quite happy 
in‘a lightly shaded corner where the soil is dampish and 
full of humus. Plant immediately upon arrival about 4 
to 6 inches deep. Mulch new plantings the first year. 
Blooms in May. 
ALBA, A delightful white with checkerings of greenish-yellow. 
3-40c 6-60c 12-$1.15 25-$2.10 100-$7.50 
APHRODITE. Very fine strong growing variety with pure white 
flowers. ; 
3-40c 6-60c 12-$1.15 25-$2.10 100-$7.50 
ARTEMIS. A fine variety with large bells of two tones of wine color 
producing an effect of checkered grayish-purple. 
3-40c 6-60c 12-$1.15 25-$2.10 100-$7.50 
CHARON. The darkest colored variety of all—very dark purple bor- 
dering on thé black. 
Each-30c 3-70c 6-$1.30 12-$2.60 25-$4.70 100-$18.00 
SATURNUS. A gay effect of pinkish checkering. 
3-40c 6-60c 12-$1.15 25-$2.10 100-$7.50 
HAND SELECTED MIXTURE—A carefully selected 
mixture of many colors ‘and color combinations. 
6-45c, 12-75c, 25-$1.40, 100-$4.50 
POCO DD PD DV DV PV DVL PVD DV PV DLP LDP PVA POL 
EXTRA SELECTED MIXTURE § 
Fine Named Varieties § 
Fritillaria Meleagris § 
A choice blend of popular varieties, including many not 
listed. 
6-60c, 
DPOVPVAVID? 
SYP? 
12soa ts 25-69 10. 100-$7.50 § 
GALANTHUS NIVALIS 
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