Assorted varieties, 3 bulbs for $1.00 
Pancratium maritimum. Because flowers resemble Ismene this is sometimes called 
Peruvian Daffodil, the common name for Ismene. The flowers have a daffodil-like cup, 
pure white and very fragrant. Evergreen foliage. 50c ea. 
Sprekelia formossissima 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. 75c. 
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. $2.00 per doz. 
T. fragrans. This 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 has larger fragrant flowers than violaceae, in the 
same color. Evergreen. $2.00. 
The Alliae, or onions, are now included in the Amaryllis Family. The following 
Alliums are useful as foods as well as ornamental. Culture simple. 
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. 
Brodiaea uniflora. Lovely porcelain blue or white flowers on a low plant. Usually 
grown in pots in north but customer reported them hardy in Ohio. 6 bulbs in a 4” pot 
will go well with Oxalis in your kitchen window garden. Must have a cool room. 2 for 
25c, straight. 
BULBS AND PLANTS AS PRESENTS 
Any time a present is needed, why compete with shopping crowds until you are so 
worn out that you cannot decide on what to get and finally make a purchase that you 
are very doubtful about. Selecting one present often spoils an entire afternoon. Nearly 
all your friends love flowers and are sure to appreciate a gift of bulbs, an Anthurium or 
an African Violet. The last named are already one of the most desired gifts and very 
frequently used. Just sit down in your most comfortable chair, our catalog in hand. 
Select the present at the price you wish to pay and mail us the order to be sent to you 
or direct to your friend. There is no tired, impatient salesman at hand to hasten your 
decision. You will enjoy it more than down-town shopping. 
IRIS FAMILY — Iridaceae 
The Iris is the type genus of this family, which includes Iris, Gladiolus, Watsonias, 
Freesias, Sparaxis, Tritonias, Babianas, ete. 
Tall Bearded Iris. A garden is not complete without a good collection of Bearded 
Iris. These can be planted until late into the fall, but the earlier you plant the more flowers 
you will get next spring. 
Our “Iris 400, Price List,” lists nearly 250 of the newest and best. The culture 
information is valuable as it tells you how to grow them and how to get a profusion of 
flowers every year. In order to make this available to everyone, whether they wish to buy 
or merely want the culture information, we charge a dime for it. Don’t ask for a free 
copy. This is a folded sheet, 9”x18”, printed on both sides, no illustrations. 
Special Offer of Bearded Iris. We have a surplus of several excellent varieties. Lot 1 
consists of Iris we listed in Spring 1950 catalog. (Price now 15c). They are modern Iris 
but average lower in price than those in Iris 400 price list. If you want to make a mass 
planting of Iris and names are not so important, this is a chance to get a lot for very little. 
There will be 20 to 30 varieties in each 100 lot. Price $6.50 per 100. 
Lot 2 are varieties listed in “Iris 400.” There will be 20 or 30 var. in each 100 lot. 
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