IXIOLIRION 
Pallasi (Tataricum) 
Six 55c, Doz. 90c, 25 $1.65, 100 $6.00 
A little known but choice hardy bulb which 
in early June produces several deep blue 
tubular flowers on slender stems. One of 
the last of the small ‘“‘spring’’ bulbs to 
flower. Supply very limited. 
IXIA - Corn Lilies 
Mixed Doz. 75c, 25 $1:35, 100 $4.50 
The colors run through all the shades of 
red, pink, yellow, blush and pure white. 
These beautiful bulbs from the Cape Colony 
(South Africa): are far too little known; 
they should be planted in late autumn and 
in cold districts must be covered with a 
thick layer of straw or leaves. Splendid for 
southern states. Few bulbs are so lovely 
and graceful and those who live where the 
climate is mild should plant them freely. 
LACHENALIA 
These bulbs are especially useful for forc- 
ing as they can be grown in flats or in pots. 
Do well out-of-doors in milder climates and 
are showy in beds, borders, and rock gardens. 
They have from one to two dozen generally 
pendulous, firecracker-like flowers, three- 
quarters to one inch in length, on stems six 
to nine inches and bloom from late November 
to February, depending on the time of planting 
and the temperature in which they are grown. 
Fritillaria Imperialis (See page 32) 
Cultural Directions: Same as Freesias. May 
be had to bloom at Christmas. Bulbs multiply 
freely and may be used from year to year. 
Aurea 
Stix $1.30, Doz. $2.15, 25 $3.85, 100 $13.25 
A beautiful variety producing 8 to 10-inch 
spikes of golden yellow flowers; very easily 
grown in the house. It can be had in bloom 
for Christmas by simply growing it on the 
window sill in full sun. 
Leucojum Vernum 
LEUCOJUM - Snowflake 
Vernum (Summer Snowflake) Six $1.50, Doz. $2.75, 25 $5.00, 100 $18.00 
This large-flowered Snowflake produces in April and May gracefully drooping white bell-like 
flowers. Does best when growing in a shady situation and should be left alone as much as possible 
because the flowers become larger when the bulbs are not disturbed. Particularly fine for cutting. 
OXALIS 
Suitable for pots or hanging baskets for winter flowering. Very easily grown in the house. Their 
Clover-shaped leaves are most attractive as well as the small cup-like blooms. They are excellent 
inexpensive small plants for decorating the home and growing on window sills. i 
Bermuda Buttercup Yellow. Doz. 80c, 25 $1.50, 100 $5.25 < 
Hirta Lovely pink variety. Doz. 80c, 25 $1.50, 100 $5.25 
PUSCHKINIA 
Libanotica Doz. 90c, 25 $1.65, 100 $6.00 
A beautiful little April-flowering bulb prized for the permanent hardy flower border and rock 
garden; it is also an easily grown indoor pot plant. The flowers are white, shaded and striped a 
soft clear blue, about 6 inches high. 
RANUNCULUS Ixiolirion Pallasi 
Their brilliant lovely globular-shaped flowers are splendid cut flowers : 
and lovely at all times. May be left undisturbed for years. In the North, 
bulbs may be planted in April and May outdoors, will bloom in July. 
Giant Wayside Hybrids Doz. $1.00, 25 $1.75, 100 $6.75 HiardveArnarvilic 
This new giant Ranunculus is far ahead of the common types. The per- a a yous or 
fectly double flowers are produced on tall, stout stems and appear in (Lycoris 
every conceivable shade and color. The blooms are many times larger. squamigera) 
The color range is exquisite and the long stems make them superb for (See page 31) 2 
cutting. oee page 3 
SPARAXIS 
Finest Mixed Doz. 80c, 25 $1.50, 100 $5.25 
Delightful spring blooming Cape bulbs of the Ixia group, their beautiful 
flowers being borne ori graceful spikes about 6 to 8 inches high and the 
colors of the brightest and all shades. They are tigered, blotched, 
spotted, streaked and flushed, a complete riot of color. They are also 
excellent for conservatory and indoor treatment. For the southern rock 
garden they are indispensable. Protect in cold climates. 
STERNBERGIA 
Lutea major Six $1.00, Doz. $1.55, 25 $2.85, 100 $10.00 
A very effective October-flowering bulbous plant producing Crocus-like 
flowers of a rich golden yellow. The bulbs make a charming decoration 
if planted in bowls or pots and flower a few weeks after planting. Out- 
of-doors the Sternbergia likes a warm, well drained situation in borders, 
where it should be left undisturbed. Bulbs should be planted in units 
of three or more and left undisturbed to multiply. 
TRITELEIA - Milla 
Uniflora violacea Doz. 75c, 25 $1.35, 100 $4.50 
A root-like bulb which produces in early spring a pale violet-blue flower 
with white center. Somewhat resembles the Chionodoxa, is delightfully \ 
fragrant. They spread and multiply with amazing rapidity and are ex ‘ 
cellent_in the rockery, or under shrubs or trees where nothing else will : 
grow. They are hardy, but like a little protection. About 3 inches high 
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