Dreer's autumn catalogue 1928 (1928) Dreer's autumn catalogue 1928 dreersautumncata1928henr Year: 1928 SnO'WCirOpS (Calanthus) The charming Snowdrop is the first of all flowers to herald the approach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the ground is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens to display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disappeared. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and ScUla Sibirica a matchless effect can be produced. As the bulbs are small they should be planted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy slop
Dreer's autumn catalogue 1928 (1928) Dreer's autumn catalogue 1928 dreersautumncata1928henr Year: 1928 SnO'WCirOpS (Calanthus) The charming Snowdrop is the first of all flowers to herald the approach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the ground is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens to display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disappeared. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and ScUla Sibirica a matchless effect can be produced. As the bulbs are small they should be planted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy slopes, edging or Rockwork will suit aU these bulbs. They should not be disturbed often if a fine dis- play is desiired. 50 cts. per doz.; per 100; per 1000. PREPARED BULB FIBRE This material is very popular for growing bulbs in, and is espec- ially adapted for use in the home, being clean and odorless, and as it is )ight in weight, can be sent to a distance at small expense. It contains all the necessary plant food for almost all kinds of plants. Pnice by Express at customers' expense 50 cts. per j peck; 75 cts. per peck; $ per bushel. If wanted by Parcel Post add 20 cts. per peck. MuscARi, Grape Hyacinth MuSCari (Grape Hyacinths) One of the prettiest of early spring flowering bulbs, growing about 6 inches high, and throwing up numerous spikes of flowers, which resemble a miniature inverted bunch of grapes. They are perfectly hardy, and once planted take care of themselves, and for this reason they are largely used for naturalizing, especially amongst the grass and in woods or other shady places; while in clumps or lines in the garden they are very effective. 8 to 12 bvilbs in a 6-inch pan make a pretty plant for window decoration; blooming about Easter. Blue Grape Hyacinths. Clear blue. 35 cts. per doz.; $ per 100; $ per 1000. White Grape Hyacinths (Pearls of Spain). Pure white. 75 cts. per doz.; $ per 100; $ per 1000. Heavenly Blue Grape Hyacin
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