are seen often in florists’ shops. The flowers are about the size of daffodils and because 
there is a cup in the center, they are often called “Peruvian Daffodils.” 
Culture. They are hardy only in the south. With deep planting they may be grown 
as far north as the Carolinas, where they should be covered by 5” of soil and well 
mulched in winter. Probably safe to leave in the ground in Oklahoma: In the north, 
plant in the garden in early spring and after frost cuts down the tops, dig and dry the 
bulbs well, then store at a temperature over 55°. If too cold in storage the bulbs will not 
flower and they may rot. Even in the south they must be covered by 4” of soil. Ismenes 
can also be grown in pots. 
Ismene calathina. Not available this year. 
I. festalis. An Ismene-Elisena hybrid. Pure white, no green markings. Long, narrow 
petals give great refinement and beauty to the flowers. No white Amaryllid is more 
elegant. $1.75. 
I. Sulphur Queen. Hybrid of I. calathina and I. Amancaes. Light yellow. Very rare, 
beautiful and most desirable. Special 1952 price. Blooming size, 60c. Extra large, 85c. 
I. macleana. A very tiny Ismene on long stems. Probably the hardiest. 25c. $2.25 doz. 
Collection of 3 var. Ismene, $2.50. Note Elisena after Eucharis. 
Sprekelia formosissima superba. Orchid amaryllis. Deep crimson flowers in orchid- 
like form. Much larger than common type, better color, more flowers. Evergreen. Fine 
in pots. Culture like Amaryllis. 50c. 
Tulbaghia violaceae. Small cousin to Agapanthus. Mauve flowers produced thruout 
the year, a true ever-bloomer. Foliage has garlic odor if bruised. An acquisition for pot 
culture. 25c ea. 5 for $1.00. $2.00 per doz. Delivery all year. 
T. fragrans. This much larger species has a large, true bulb, with glaucous green 
foliage, 18” long and 1” wide. It has no allium odor. The plant is a profuse winter _ 
bloomer in a cool room, with a few flowers in summer. It was introduced to this country 
only a very few years ago. It has larger, more fragrant flowers than violaceae in the same 
color. Evergreen. Since it increases rapidly the bulbs are a good investment for dealers 
or for plant exchanging. $2.00. Delivery all year. 
Zephyranthes. Fairy lilies. The smallest Amaryllid, 6”-12” tall. Fine in beds or bor- 
ders. Hardy in middle south. In north dig and store. They may be grown in pots. Give 
acid soil, sandy loam with leaf mould or peat. Full sun or slight shade. 
Zephyranthes grandiflora. The largest Zephyranthes and the best pink. It is very easy 
to grow. In the south, its habit of flowering every time it rains in summer gives it the 
name of Pink Rain Lily. 15c ea. 
Z. rosea. Small, but very lovely deep pink flowers. They do not do well in very 
alkaline soils. It should be neutral to mildly acid. Fine in pots, about 8 or 10 in a 5” 
pot djc.ea--L0for $125, 
The Alliae, or Onions, are now classed in Amaryllidaceae. The following are orna- 
mental and useful for seasoning salads, soups or meats. 
Allium schoenoprasum. True Chives, Small clumps, 10c. 3 for 25c. 
A. tuberosum. Japanese Garlic. Deliciously flavored leaves. Evergreen and _ probably 
not hardy in north. 25c. (Try wintering in a pot.) 
IRIS FAMILY — Iridaceae 
Iridaceae include the very large genus Iris as well as Gladiolus, Marica and many 
that we list in the fall catalogs. 
Tall Bearded Iris. Nearly 250 of the latest and best are listed in our “Tris 400” price 
list. They are briefly described but the useful culture information, with the price list, is 
worth the 10c we charge for it. We also have lower priced but still modern Iris in 1950 
Spring Cat. We have very few copies left but will send for 10c as long as they last. Iris 
are delivered only after flowering, from June to fall. If you live in vicinity of Los Angeles 
come and see our Iris in bloom—March to May, usually, and make your selections. This 
type does not do well in tropics. 
Bearded Iris are not recommended to our customers in the tropics. 
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