. Elwes' Giant Snowdrops. SCILLA CamFANULATA. SNO^WDROPS (Galanthus). The charming Snowdrop is the first of all flowers to herald the ap- proach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the -round is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disap- ed. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and .-killa, a matchless ftfrct can be produced. As the bulbs are small they should be I'lanted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy jes, edging or rock-work will suit all these bulbs. They should net he
. Elwes' Giant Snowdrops. SCILLA CamFANULATA. SNO^WDROPS (Galanthus). The charming Snowdrop is the first of all flowers to herald the ap- proach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the -round is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disap- ed. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and .-killa, a matchless ftfrct can be produced. As the bulbs are small they should be I'lanted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy jes, edging or rock-work will suit all these bulbs. They should net he disturbed often if a fine display is desired. tilwes' Giant. An exceedingly large and beautiful single variety; flowers snow-white, with emerald-green tube. 20 cts. per doz.; $ per 100; $ per 1000. Single. Pure white graceful bells; early floweiing. 15 cts. per doz.; 85 cts. per 100; $ per 1000. Double. Flowers perfectly double, pure white. 25 cts. per doz.; .• per KXt; $1_',00 per 1000. ff Snowdrops are rtantcd by mail, add 10 cts. per 100 for postage. Dozens mailed without extra charge. SPARAXIS. .\ beautiful class of bulbs, allied to the Ixias, and requiring the same treatment, producing spikes of flowers of the most exquisite and brilliant colors. Mixed varieties. 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts. per 100; $ per 1000. If you want (omething "different," and out of the ordinary, plant a bed or border with Spanish Iris. See page 25.
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