. Narcissus Paper White Grandiflora Grown in a bowl in water and pebbles Polyanthus Narcissus OF XARCISSVS 3 each of the 8 named sorts, 24 bulbs $1 00 6 " '« 8 " " 48 " 1 75 12 " " 8 " " 96 " 3 25 25 " " 8 " " 200 " 6 00 Chinese Sacred Lily (Soy Sin Far, Joss Flower, or Flower of the Gods) This is the Narcissus Orientalis, and is the variety grown by Chinamen for decorating their temples or Joss- houses on their New Year's Day, which occurs in Febru- ary. For the most part they are grown in water in
. Narcissus Paper White Grandiflora Grown in a bowl in water and pebbles Polyanthus Narcissus OF XARCISSVS 3 each of the 8 named sorts, 24 bulbs $1 00 6 " '« 8 " " 48 " 1 75 12 " " 8 " " 96 " 3 25 25 " " 8 " " 200 " 6 00 Chinese Sacred Lily (Soy Sin Far, Joss Flower, or Flower of the Gods) This is the Narcissus Orientalis, and is the variety grown by Chinamen for decorating their temples or Joss- houses on their New Year's Day, which occurs in Febru- ary. For the most part they are grown in water in fancy bowls, with just enough pebbles around them to keep them from toppling over. They can also be grown in pots in soil, sand, prepared fibre or moss. We annually import from China a large quantity of the finest quality bulbs, and if planted on arrival (about October 1st) they will flower by Christmas, and a succession of flowers can be had by making several plantings. The white and yellow flowers are borne in clusters, and are highly scented. Large Bulbs, 12 cts. each; $ per doz. Original baskets, containing 30 bulbs, $ Mammoth Bulbs. Extra quality for growing in water, 18 cts. each; $ per doz. Original baskets contain- ing 30 bulbs for $ Lily Bowls and Pebbles, f°%chin^ese and Polyanthus Narcissus. Sacred See offer on opposite page. NOTE.—All Bulbs, Roots and Plants are forwarded by Express, purchaser paying charges. If wanted by Parcel Post add 10 per cent, to value of order for postage to points east of the Mississippi River, and 20 per cent, to point* west of the Mississippi River.
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