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How To Select Proper Bulb Size 
All Imported Hyacinths are graded in Holland ac- 
cording to the following sizes — 14/15 cm. — 15/16 cm. 
— 16/17 cm. — 17/18 cm. 18/19 cm. — 19 cm. and 
over. 
The smallest size 14/15 cm. (referred to as Minia- 
ture Hyacinths) is generally used for mass display when 
economy is necessary. Spikes are small, but well formed. 
By close planting, beautiful effects can be achieved with- 
out too much expense. 
The next size 15/16 cm., is the most popular bedding 
size as bulbs are still economical in cost but produce 
larger spikes. Heavy wind and rain storms do not bother 
them. 
The other sizes are used according to size of spike 
desired and price range. 
in description. 
Courtesy C. G. Van Tubergen, Ltd. 
Hyacinths 
...and Exhibition 
Hyacinths are indispensable in the early 
spring garden because of their clear, desirable 
colors and their perfect faithfulness in blossom- 
ing. Although many are used for bedding 
where they make fine displays ,their beauty is 
enhanced by planting them in clumps of 5 to 
10 with other flowers of contrasting forms of 
foliage and colors to add grace and lightness. 
Their delightful fragrance is not the least of 
their charms and is very enjoyable whether they 
are grown inside or out. 
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Extra size bulbs, 19 cm. and over, are used for in- 
door forcing and exhibition purposes as they produce the 
very finest, tallest spike of all. However, it is well to 
keep in mind that all sizes 0 bulbs can be forced — in 
fact many prefer the dainty diminutive spikes of the 
smaller bulbs. 
We offer 4 of the above grades. 
14/15 cm.— Miniature 
For economical planting in large groups and colorful 
masses. 
15/16 cm. 
For general bedding in small or large groups. 
17/18 cm. 
For planting in small groups when large spikes are 
desired that will withstand moderate rain and wind. 
19 cm. and over 
For indoor forcing, and for growing exhibition spikes 
outdoors in a sheltered location. 
Regardless of size, all bulbs are firm, plump and healthy, clean and 
well cured — our usual superb quality. 
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DARK BLUE 
DUKE OF WESTMINSTER. (Late Flowering). Deep purplish blue 
with lighter center having well formed broad trusses. Fine for 
late forcing and most excellent for bedding. 
KING OF THE BLUES. (Late Flowering). Deep steel or Oxford blue 
with extra large, close spike. A magnificent show variety as it 
forces splendidly in February. The flowers are very sweetly 
scented. 
MARY. (Early Flowering). Dark blue with large spike. Flowers 
about 10 days in advance of King of the Blues. 
ZULU KING. (Early Flowering). Excellent long-lasting spikes of deep 
blackish-blue. This variety is very easily forced. Largest bulb 
available is 17 cm. 
Each-45c 3-$1.10 12-$4.15 
25-$7.45 100-$29.00 
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