Ismene Calathina 
Montbretia 
Lily-of-the-Valley 
Miscellaneous Flower Bulbs 
Ismene Calathina 
(Peruvian Daffodil) 
The increased popularity of the lovely 
Peruvian Daffodil has made them a scarce 
item in the past several years. Of easiest cul- 
ture, they will bloom six weeks after plant- 
ing. The flowers-resemble clusters of pure 
white Amaryllis. Bulbs are tender and 
should be dug and stored the same as Gladi- 
olus. 
Large Jumbo Bulbs of unequalled quality. 
3 for $1.75; $6.00 per doz. 
NAMED VARIETIES OF ISMENE 
An Outstanding Novelty 
Advance. A great improvement over the 
regular form is Ismene Calathina. Flow- 
ers twice the size, plants 6 to 8 inches 
taller. $1.25 each; $12.50 per doz. 
La Vestale. Dwarfer variety with immense, 
more spidery flowers of the purest white 
of any flower. $1.25 each; $12.50 per doz. 
OUTSTANDING YELLOW ISMENE 
Sulphur Queen. Lovely huge Ismene blos- 
soms, pale sulphur-yellow. $2.00 each; 
$20.00 per doz. 
Amancaes. A very rare garden novelty. Beau- 
tiful Ismene blossoms of deep golden yel- 
low. Supply very limited. $3.00 each. 
Montbretias 
A FINE NEW COLLECTION 
OF THE BEST VARIETIES 
Bulbs Shipped Direct From Farm in Fresh 
Planting Condition 
Montbretias are one of the least appreci- 
ated garden flowers and deserve much great- 
er recognition. They are half hardy and can 
be considered hardy with protection north 
of New York. South of Philadelphia they 
are most generally hardy. 
Montbretias produce spikes of exquisitely 
formed flowers which last two weeks after 
cutting. Get acquainted with this beautiful 
garden flower. 
LADY WILSON. Glittering deep yellow; 
enormous flower. One of the best. $2.75 
per doz.; $20.00 per 100. 
QUEEN BOADICEA. Large deep golden 
orange; very attractive. The earliest 
bloomer. $3.00 per doz.; $22.50 per 100. 
Geo. Davison. Rich deep apricot; reverse 
deep orange with pointed petals. 2% ft. 
$1.50 per doz.; $11.00 per 100. 
James Coey. Rich vermilion-scarlet with 
golden orange luster, yellow center. $2.25 
per doz.; $17.50 per 100. 
Lord Nelson. Deep orange-scarlet, golden 
center; very tall. $1.75 per doz.; $13.50 per 
100. 
Princess. Brilliant ruby-scarlet, center yellow. 
$1.75 per doz.; $13.50 per 100. 
Red Knight. Rich vermilion shading to 
golden at center. A vigorous flower. $2.25 
per doz.; $17.50 per 100. 
Una. Rich apricot with carmine blotches. 
$1.75 per doz.; $13.50 per 100. 
Earlham Hybrids Mixed. $1.35 per doz.; 
$10.00 per 100. 
Gloxinias 
See page 43 for color illustration. We are 
offering a wide selection of named varieties. 
Emperor Frederick. Red. 
Emperor William. Rich blue. 
Mont Blanc. Pure white. 
Roi des Rouges. Rich pink. 
Tigrinum. White ground, mottled colors. 
Large Flowering Bulbs: $5.25 per doz. 
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Lily-of-the-Valley Pips 
(For Outdoor Planting) 
These pips differ from the clumps in that 
they can be planted separately. Each pip 
will flower the year after it is planted, and 
are desired by some.more than’ the clumps” 
because they can be placed in locations be- 
tween rocks, cracks in flagstones, etc. Most 
practical for planting in rock gardens. Sold 
in lots of 25 or more only. 25 for $1.75; $6.00 
per 100, postpaid. 
Tigridia 
(Mexican Day Lily) 
Showy flowers of rare charm throughout 
the summer. Bulbs are best planted about 
May Ist. 
Mixed Colors Only. $2.00 per doz.; $15.00 
per 100. 
Tuberoses 
Double Pearl 
An old favorite that has retained its popu- 
larity down through the years. Selected 
bulbs: $3.25 per doz.; $24.00 per 100. 
Single Mexican 
While not as showy as the Double Pearl, 
the old-fashioned single variety is prized 
for its exquisite perfume. $2.25 per doz.; 
$16.50 per 100. 
Water Lilies and 
Other Aquatics 
Hardy Water Lilies can be set any time 
from May Ist until the end of August, but 
tender Lilies not before June. Order early. 
A simple way to plant Water Lilies is on 
rich soil in boxes 2 feet square and 1 foot 
deep. Cow manure is the best fertilizer, but 
commercial fertilizers can be used. Place one 
Water Lily root in each box, cover the crown 
of the plant, then cover with one inch of 
sand or gravel, to prevent discoloration of 
the water, and sink the boxes in the pond. 
List of other aquatics on request. 
TROPICAL WATER LILIES 
DAY BLOOMERS 
Blue: Henry Shaw ............... $3.50 
Pink: Mrs. C. W. Ward ............ 3.50 
White: Mrs. George H. Pring ..... 3.00 
Purple: Panama-Pacific ........... 3.75 
NIGHT BLOOMERS 
Red: H. C. Haarstick ........... 4.00 
Pink: Mrs. George C. Hitchcock .. 3.75 
White: Juno’ niaes a aad ae 3.50 
HARDY WATER LILIES 
Pink: Marliac Flesh ........ 2.75 
Yellow: Chromatella ......... 2.75 
Sunset Shades: Paul Hariot .......... 3.75 
White: Marliac White ...... 2.50 
Red: Gloriosa ............. 4.50 
