Dreer's wholesale catalog for florists Dreer's wholesale catalog for florists : autumn 1938 edition . dreerswholesalec1938henr Year: 1938 HENRY A. DREER Dreer's Quality Bulbs WHOLESALE CATALQ^ Eremurus—Foxtail Lily Aristocratic hardy plants of exceptional value. They are splendid in the permanent border where they pre- sent a display that is most unusual and striking. After having become established they will produce j'early stout flower spikes that measure 6 to 10 feet in height. They bloom in June or July. They do best in a deep sandy loam enriched with well-rotted manure and In a well-drai
Dreer's wholesale catalog for florists Dreer's wholesale catalog for florists : autumn 1938 edition . dreerswholesalec1938henr Year: 1938 HENRY A. DREER Dreer's Quality Bulbs WHOLESALE CATALQ^ Eremurus—Foxtail Lily Aristocratic hardy plants of exceptional value. They are splendid in the permanent border where they pre- sent a display that is most unusual and striking. After having become established they will produce j'early stout flower spikes that measure 6 to 10 feet in height. They bloom in June or July. They do best in a deep sandy loam enriched with well-rotted manure and In a well-drained sheltered sunny position. Spread out the. thick roots in their natural position, taking care that they are not injured, as they are quite fragile. Place the crown so that it is covered with 3 inches of fine soil. They are hardy, but the young sprouts should re- ceive some protection against late spring frosts. Bnng'ei. A great favorite growing 6 feet high. Has heavy long spikes solidly set on the upper part with deep yellow blooms. 85c each; 3 for $2,00, Elwesianns. This is a real giant with flower spikes that will reach a height of 10 feet if grown under favorable conditions. Has soft pink blooms In June. $ each; 3 for $ Hlmalaicus. The elegant spikes reach a height of 6 to 8 feet. They are thickly set with waxy white blooms enhanced by golden yellow anthers. $ each. Him-Bob. Another giant growing 6 to 10 feet in height. It flowers in June, when the bright rose-pink blooms arranged on a strong spike are most impressive. $ each; 3 for $ Bobnstus. Grows 8 to 10 feet high and has an extra- large spike set with magnificent rose-pink blooms. Makes a gorgeous display in June. $ each. Sbelford. A late bloomer at its best in July. Forms magnificent flowers of a coppery yellow shaded with orange. 6 to 8 feet tall. $ each. Eranthls hyemalls Eranthis hyemalis—Winter Aconite A pretty, yellow flower valuable for its early bloom- ing and contrasting
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