C. sativus (Saffron Crocus of the Ancients) — Handsome large purplish 
Mee flowers, feathered violet, accentuated by the long brilliant ver- 
+112 : 3 ducers on established corms. 
BC eee ess: , Bnet PrOnNce $.45 per 10 $3.50 per 100 
C. zonatus — Very showy. Delightful rosy lilac flowers with an orange zone 
at the Bags: Early bloomer. $.45 per 10 $3.50 per 100 
COLCHICUM t ! 
Unless these bulbs are ordered by September 15, it would be advisable to 
wait a year. After that date, they make fairly rapid growth and will begin 
flowering in transit. If, however, you are within driving distance of our 
nurseries, the varieties we are offering are particularly exquisite. They also 
go under the name of Meadow Saffrons, but it is an error to call them autumn 
crocus. The Colchicums have no relation other than flowering about the same 
time. They belong to the lily family, while the fall crocus belong to the iris 
family. They are quite often offered in Metropolitan newspapers under all 
sorts of weird names such as Mysteria, etc. called the Wonder Bulb. It is true 
that you can stand the bulbs on the window sill and they will quickly come into 
bloom without water or soil. This of course wrecks the bulb. For best re- 
sults, plant outdoors where they will receive at least three to four hours of 
sunshine. They appreciate a good, well drained soil. Cover the tops with 2” to 
3” of soil. Place them 3” to 4” apart. Plant in groups of ten or more. 
C. autumnale minor — This has smaller flowers than most species. Flowers 
are produced in quick succession and are a fascinating mauve chec- 
quered rosy purple. Appropriate for the rock garden, in the shrubbery, 
flower border and foundation planting. September blooming. 
$1.50 per 10 $12.00 per 100 
C. autumnale album — An exquisite white form of the preceding. Uncommon 
and very delightful. Same culture. $1.50 per 10 $12.00 per 100 
C. autumnale roseum plenum — A very charming variety producing double 
rosy lilac flowers. The centers are usually creamy white. Late 
blooming; October and November. Withstands rain, wind and frost. 
Desirable for prolonging the season. $1.50 per 10 $12.00 per 100 
COLCHICUM NEW HYBRIDS 
The following Colchicum Hybrids are a great improvement over many 
species. They are brighter in color and larger in size. 
C. Hybridum The Giant. — Magnificent, large, deep, lilac-mauve flowers with 
a fine white base. Late flowering. 
$.50 each $1.35 per 3 $4.25 per 10 
C. Hybridum Violet Queen — One of the deepest of the group. Immense deep 
purple violet flowers are produced in succession. The white center is 
exceedingly showy. $.50 each $1.35 per 3 $4.25 per 10 
C. Luteum — We are indeed pleased to have obtained a supply of this unique 
and extremely rare spring flowering colchicum. It produces medium 
sized flowers of a very bright yellow. This treasure should have an 
appeal not only for the collector of rare bulbs, but also for any one 
who likes to try his hands at something new and rare. 
$.75 each $5.00 per 10 
STERNBERGIA 
S. lutea — A very delightful crocus-like flower. Brilliant shiny yellow 
flowers in October. 8” tall. The leaves begin to grow in autumn. 
Rarely offered. Plant 6” deep, 3” apart in a sheltered sunny location. 
5 for $1.00 10 for $1.75 
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