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GIANT HYBRID 
AMARYLLIS 
When the ground is frozen hard and the land- 
scape is bleak and barren, these gorgeous Amaryllis 
will fill your home with luxuriant tropical beauty 
Originally from Southern Africa, these bulbs, which 
produce large, Lilylike blooms beautifully formed 
and colored, are amazingly easy to grow. Just plant 
the bulbs in a six- or seven-inch pot, with rich, 
sandy soil, preferably including a little leaf mold, 
ceane the crown of the bulbs uncovered above 
the soil. 
We are pleased to offer you a mixture of striped 
colors ranging from pure white and varied shades 
of pink to deepest red. 
Giant size bulbs, 65c each; 3 for $1.50; 
$5.50 per doz. 
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ISMENE 
CALATHINA 
(Peruvian Daffodil) v 
A choice flowering bulb, blooming shortly after 
planting, producing clusters of striking, pearly white 
flowers. Very fragrant. Do not plant before soil is 
warm. Before freezing weather sets in, bulbs should 
be lifted up and stored in a dry, warm place during 
the winter. 60c each; 3 for $1.50; $5.50 per doz. 
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Ismene Calathina 
CLIMBING LILY 
(GLORIOSA ROTHSCHILDIANA) 
A splendid low climber, easy to grow in the gar- 
| den; it does well in sheltered spots out-of-doors. 
| Grows 5 to 6 feet high, producing a dozen or more 
gorgeous Lilylike flowers which open to a bright 
yellow and red, but change to a deep scarlet. In 
bloom through the summer and autumn months. 
Most unusual and rare garden bulb. Store tubers 
like Gladioli during the winter; may be used season 
after season. $1.65 each; 3 for $4.50 
Climbing Lily (Gloriosa Rothschildiana) 
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ACIDANTHERA Bicolor MURIELAE 
(Abyssinian Gladiolus) 
Although not a true Glad, this novelty resembles them very 
closely and should be handled in the same manner. The white, 
Orchidlike flowers, with purple blotch, have a distinctly sweet 
fragrance. Easily grown, it produces bulblets like the Gladiolus 
| and is a good propagator for your garden. Blooms in August. 
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Our 1951 full color, illustrated bulb catalog, listing Tulips, 
Daffodils, and other bulbs for fall planting, will be ready for 
distribution in May, and will be sent to all our customers and 
friends who receive a copy of this plant list. 
Acidanthera Bicolor Murielae 
NEW GLADIOLUS Yxforted from the Netherlauds 
(Considered by many to be the best European varieties) 
Doz. 100 
ALASKA. Beautiful white blossoms of perfect form. In our 
estimation one of the best whites in the European varieties.$1.25 $8.00 
ELIZABETH THE QUEEN. Distinct cattleya-lavender with 
a silvery sheen. The outstanding variety in this color .... 1.35 9.00 
GENERAL EISENHOWER. Europe's outstanding new 
salmon-rose, producing straight giant spikes of bloom ... 1.90 13.50 
HANS VAN MEEGEREN. A magnificent golden yellow, 
added to our collection for its outstanding performance .. 1.75 12.00 
MAJUBA. Immense florets of vivid red, which are well placed 
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MASKARADE. Amber-yellow with scarlet blotch. A striking 
Sloe COMMoinVealorn 5 pdn0scadesoo sgouD bdb codon DoOoO On 1.40 9.50 
MONSIEUR. Unusual coloring of blood-red on brown 
ground, overlaid with a dark brown glow. Beautifully form- 
ed florets have a unique leathery texture, with 8 or more 
hago Ae hy Okie wate dop bo pdEoooosiotobUbiC’ pO Ormr 1.35 9.00 
MRS. MARK’S MEMORY. Huge fuchsia-red blooms with a 
carmine blotch on fine, tall stem. Highly recommended for 
EXMIDIOM PULPOSES) sec ciue «lms elells i elelelein else oes @ 1.30 8.50 
PAUL RUBENS. A deep purple novelty. This deep colored 
Glad is rapidly gaining popularity. Very good.........- 1.35 9.00 
SILHOUETTE. A rich, warm, smoky shade, which defies 
description, elegantly formed. This variety with its unusual 
and magnificent coloring will add to the beauty of any 
Clagl ealllegiton Guncsdaeahoonc0000 :0uon opoO emo oooE 1.35 9.00 
3 each of 10 varieties (labeled) ............-.. ay ee 
6 each of 10 varieties (labeled) ..............222eeeeees 7.35 
12 each of 10 varieties (labeled) ..........0..-2-eeeeeees 14.00 
Superior AMERICAN GLADIOLUS 
Doz. 100 
BAGAR OLA Athinersoldem bronze sj. ce sss + aes $1.15 $7.00 
BEACON. Salmonvscarlet with cream blotch. Tall ........ 1.00 6.00 
CORONA. Gream-white, edged pink. An outstanding new 
Annesiamn (Gibal 9S 6s bce te bcc pci no Sicko Enea Oc 1.00 6.00 
ETHEL CAVE COLE. Pure, pale pink, producing 20 or 
more buds with 8 or more open at the same time. Large. 1.00 6.00 
GOLD DUST. A soft clear yellow of fine proportions and an 
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LAVENDER QUEEN. Exceptionally well shaped, blossoms 
of a beautiful lavender shade. One of our most outstand- 
ing mew varieties .....- +e eee ee ees eet e ve encene 1el> 7.00 
LEEUWENHORST. New. Light lavender-pink, fading to sal- 
mon with a small purple feathering on lower petals. Enor- 
mous florets of which 8 or more are open at a time on 25- 
bud spikes. Vigorous grower .......++200+-e seen ees 17200 
ROSA VON LIMA. Apple-blossom-pink with white blotch 
y hay TahR@ Req Sec lb et clean ERE ENCES) C1 eC Cnc ACE ROHCE a aEae ee erent 1.05 6.50 
SNOW PRINCESS. Pure white, producing 8 or more flowers 
at one time. Considered one of the best whites ......... 15S 7.00 
WHITE GOLD. Massive florets of white with a golden yel- 
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MIXTURE OF ALL COLORS: $1.00 per doz.; $6.00 per 100. 
COLLECTION OF AMERICAN GLADIOLUS 
Above 10 varieties, separately labeled. 
3 of each ( 30 bulbs) 
6 of each ( 60 bulbs) 
12 of each (120 bulbs) 
Paul Rubens 
MONTBRETIA 
Resembling miniature Gladioli on wiry stems. 
HIS MAJESTY. Deep velvety scarlet shad- 
ing to gold, with a dark crimson back. 
Flowers measure nearly 4 inches across. 
6 for 65c; 12 for $1.20; $10.00 per 100 
LADY NELSON. Golden orange with lemon 
eye, very large flowers. Average height 
4\4 feet. 
6 for 65c; 12 for $1.20; $10.00 per 100 
LORD NELSON. Beautiful salmon-orange, 
producing immense flower spikes. 
6 for 65c; 12 for $1.20; $10.00 per 100 
NORWICH CANARY. Pure golden yellow 
with extra large flowers. 
6 for 65c; 12 for $1.20; $10.00 per 100 
TUBEROSES 
DOUBLE PEARL 
Delightfully fragrant and beautiful. For 
best results, plant six or more in one bed. 
6 for $1.20; $2.25 per doz. 
TIGRIDIA (Tiger Flower) 
Also known as Mexican Shell Flower, these unique, but little known flowers come from the ancient gardens of 
Mexico. Flowering in midsummer, the three outer petals form a triangular pattern which is repeated in the arrange- 
ment of the three smaller center petals. These center petals are curiously spotted, from which the name “Tiger 
Tuberose 
Montbretia 
Flower” is derived. Although the individual flowers last only one day, plants are free blooming and lend a dominant 
color note to your garden for many weeks. Plants attain a height of.2 to 21/4 feet, with short sabre-like foliage, and 
may be used as cut flowers if the stems are seared immediately after cutting. Bulbs should be planted 4 inches deep 
in the spring when the soil is thoroughly warm. They prefer rich soil and full sun. In late autumn the bulbs must 
be dug, dried, and stored in a cool, dry place for the winter. 
Varied shades of brilliant orange, scarlet, yellow, pink, white and lilac, blotched and spotted with shades of 
crimson and maroon. 
$1.75 per doz.; $12.00 per 100 
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NURSERIES 
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Yelis 
HARDY GARDEN LILIES 
LILIUM AURATUM. “Gold Band Lily.” One of the finest Lilies 
known. Its large, graceful, fragrant flowers of ivory-white are thick- 
ly studded with chocolate-crimson spots and striped golden yellow 
through the center of the flower. Size 8 to 9 inches in circumfer- 
ence. Immediate delivery. 65c each; 3 for $1.85; $7.25 per doz. 
LILIUM REGALE. Regal Lilies give your garden a final touch of 
beauty. New and hardy Lily, native of Northern China, and very 
easily grown, 4 to 5 feet tall, flowers are ivory-white, trumpet-shap- 
ed with soft yellow throat. Very fragrant. Blooms in July. Will give 
increasing beauty for many years without transplanting. Immediate 
shipment. 
40c each; 3 for $1.10; $4.00 per doz. 
LILIUM RUBRUM. Rich 
ruby-carmine on white, 
stout of substance, with 
broad petals. This va- 
riety stands out promi 
nently because of its vig- 
orous growth as well as 
size and depth of color- 
ing. A real beauty, out- 
standing and different. 
Blooms in August. 8 to 
9 in. in circumference. 
Immediate shipment. 
60c each; 3 for $1.75; 
$6.75 per doz. 
LILIUM RUBRUM MAXIMOWICZI. Large flowers of orange-red 
which are spotted purple and brown, growing to a height of 4 to 5 
feet. Japanese type Lily. Stem-rooting; plant 6 to 7 inches deep. Im- 
mediate shipment. 3 for 90c; $3.25 per doz 
LILIUM, ORANGE TRIUMPH. A startling introduction of really bril- 
liant orange in the Umbellatum class, which has created a remarkable 
enthusiasm in the Netherlands. Height 31 feet with erect flowers. An 
outstanding Lily of a strikingly brilliant color. Immediate shipment. 
3 for $1.25; $4.50 per doz. 
Lilium Auratum 
Lilium Rubrum 
LILIUM CANDIDUM. “Madonna 
Lily.” (Also known as J Lily.) 
This is the earliest outdoor garden 
Lily and one of the oldest, loveliest 
and best known varieties. You have 
often admired it, with its rich per- 
fume and snow-white flowers, from 
3 to 15 on a stem. It is very hardy 
and will thrive in any light garden 
soil, with plenty of light and air. 
Shipment will be made in August. 
Large Bulbs: 65c each; 3 for $1.75; 
$6.50 per doz. 
Medium Bulbs: 45c each; 3 for $1.25; 
$4.50 per doz. 
TUBEROUS 
BEGONIAS 
(Imported from Belgium) 
These gorgeous summer flowering 
bulbs produce brilliant flowers which 
are carried well above the abundant 
foliage. They thrive superbly well in 
moist soil in shady spots. Bulbs may be 
started indoors in pots in March or 
April and transplanted outdoors when 
warm weather arrives, or they may be 
planted outdoors from mid-June on, or 
earlier, providing the soil is warm. 
Bulbs should be planted about 2 inches 
deep. Lovely delicate shades, as well as 
brilliant colors, as follows: 
HUGE DOUBLE VARIETIES 
Dark Red Salmon Orange 
Scarlet White Copper 
Rose Yellow 
Your Choice of Colors: 6 for $1.00; 12 
for $1.75; 25 for $3.25; 100 for 
$12.50. 
Mixed Colors: 7 for $1.00; $1.50 per 
doz.; $12.00 per 100. 
