Ranunculus, New Giant Claremont Hybrids 
MONTBRETIAS 
Montbretias are of easy culture. They flower freely and require perhaps 
less care than most bulbs. They do particularly well in the border in 
light shade or full sun. A clump of a half dozen or more bulbs will 
continue flowering throughout the late summer and autumn. Rich soil 
helps to grow tall spikes. A liberal amount of well-rotted manure or 
bone meal applied at planting time is very beneficial. Water freely in 
dry weather. Bulbs may be left in the around over winter with reason- 
able protection of strawy manure or garden litter. South of Philadelphia 
no protection is required. 
Fire King Three bulbs 60c, Doz. $2.00, 100 $12.50 
Large, glowing scarlet-red flowers. One of the most beautiful and a 
variety which compares with any of the new sorts. 
George Davison Three bulbs 45c, Doz. $1.60, 100 $10.50 
A splendid Montbretia. Stems 3 to 4 feet high, very branching, bearing 
lovely pale orange-yellow flowers. 
His Majesty Three bulbs 80c, Doz. $2.50, 100 $17.00 
A magnificent variety. The color is a deep velvety scarlet, shading to 
gold; the reverse of petals dark crimson. Large flowers often 4 inches 
Or more across. 
Lady Wilson Three bulbs 80c, Doz. $2.50, 100 $17.00 
A grand variety, producing bold spikes of very large, erect flowers ex- 
panding quite flat; golden orange with lemon eye, reverse of petals 
orange; remarkably handsome. Height 31 feet. A. M., London, 1927. 
Queen Alexandra Three bulbs 80c, Doz. $2.50, 100 $17.00 
Light golden orange, with crimson bars. 
Rheingold Three bulbs 90c, Doz. $3.00, 100 $21.00 
Produces tall, branching spikes and large, open flowers of a most beau- 
Ae golden yellow, without shading. A strong grower which attracts 
e eye. 
Mixed Colors and Shades Six 95c, Doz. $1.50, 100 $10.00 
Montbretias lend themselves particularly well to be grown in a mixture. 
The colors range from shades of yellow, orange, bronze, copper to fiery 
red. The effect from such a mixed planting is most pleasing, and of 
course, they make choice cut flowers. 
Pancratium Maritimum 
Tuberese, Dwarf Pearl 
HARDY AMARYLLIS 
Halli (Lycoris squamigera) Each 80c, Three $2.25, Doz. $8.00 
Produces in early spring attractive green foliage which grows until July 
when it ripens and disappears. About a month later, as if by magic, 
the flower stalks spring from the ground to a height of 2 to 3 feet, 
developing an umbel of large, Lily-shaped flowers, 8 to 12 in number, 
of a delicate lilac-pink shade. The bulb is perfectly hardy. Cover crown 
about 4 inches. 
PANCRATIUM 
Maritimum Each 50c, Three $1.35, Doz. $5.00 
Little known midsummer flowering bulb. In July and early August it 
produces stems about 21% to 3 feet tall on top of which grows a cluster 
of pure white flowers not unlike those of the Ismene Calathina. It is of 
easiest culture and handled the same as Gladiolus bulbs; should be taken 
up before winter and stored in a dry, warm place until spring. They 
multiply readily. 
RANUNCULUS - Buttercup 
New Giant Claremont Hybrids Doz. 90c, 25 $1.65, 100 $6.00 
The largest and most magnificent strain ever offered. Giant double and 
semi-double, Peony-like flowers, 2 inches and more across. Yellows, 
from straw through all shades to deep golden yellow; red, including dark 
crimson, scarlet, orange-red, and all other shades of red; orange-pink— 
in fact every desired color is included in this mixture. Not reliably 
hardy north of Washington, D. C.; except in warm, sheltered borders. 
Plant the bulbs as soon as soil has become warm, placing the claws 
downward, 2 inches deep and 4 to 6 inches apart. Fine for cutting. 
SPREKELIA - Aztec Lily 
Formosissima Each 40c, Doz. $4.00, 100 $25.00 
Brilliant scarlet flowers of almost butterfly shape and formation, at- 
tractive in garden and good pot plants for the house. Easily grown. 
This is one of the few Amaryllis bulbs which may be left out in the 
garden south of Washington over winter with reasonable protection. 
It multiplies rapidly and makes a brilliant splash of color in the border. 
TIGRIDIA - Shellflower of Mexico 
Pavonia Mixed Six $1.00, Doz. $1.60, 100 $10.50 
Few flowers are more gorgeously colored or so beautiful. Plant in sunny 
position in a flower border in well drained soil. Same treatment as for 
Gladioli. Can also be used in beds. Blooms middle of July to September. 
TUBEROSE, SWEET SCENTED 
Excelsior, Dwarf Pearl Three 85c, Doz. $2.75, 100 $18.00 
Lovely, large, double flowers of thick, waxlike texture borne on graceful, 
long, strong stems. Wonderful in the garden, besides being highly prized 
as cut flowers. They have a rich, exotic fragrance. Plant the bulbs after 
all danger of frost has passed, and cover them 2 inches deep. For earliest 
bloom, plant indoors in pots during February or March and transplant 
to the open in June, selecting a well drained soil and a sunny location. 
Single Mexican Early Everblooming Three 60c, Doz. $2.00, 100 $12.50 
White, single flowers of rich scent, on tall stems. Begins to bloom in 
July and continues throughout the season, each bulb throwing 2 to 5 
flower spikes in succession. 
ZEPHYRANTHES - Zephyr Flower or Fairy Lilies 
Beautiful dwarf, bulbous plant, very effective for massing in the border, 
flowering with great profusion during the summer. They are also suit- 
able for pot culture and rock garden. 
Candida Six 80c, Doz. $1.20, 100 $8.00 
Pure white. 
Grandiflora (Carinata) 
Large, rose colored. 
Six 95c, Doz. $1.50, 100 $10.00 
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