. Grape Hyacinths MUSCARIA. Botryoides (Grape Hyacinth). One of the prettiest of early spring-flowering bulbs, growing about 6 inches high and throw- ing up numerous spikes of clear blue or white flowers which re- semble a miniature bunch of grapes. They are perfectly hardy, and when planted in clumps or lines are very effective. 5 or 6 bulbs in a 4-inch pot make a pretty plant for window decoration. Blue Grape Hyacinths, 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts. per 100; $6 per 1000. White Grape Hyacinths, 20 cts. per doz.; §1 00 per 100. PlumoSUS (Feathered Hyacinth). Quite distinct from the foregoing, bear
. Grape Hyacinths MUSCARIA. Botryoides (Grape Hyacinth). One of the prettiest of early spring-flowering bulbs, growing about 6 inches high and throw- ing up numerous spikes of clear blue or white flowers which re- semble a miniature bunch of grapes. They are perfectly hardy, and when planted in clumps or lines are very effective. 5 or 6 bulbs in a 4-inch pot make a pretty plant for window decoration. Blue Grape Hyacinths, 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts. per 100; $6 per 1000. White Grape Hyacinths, 20 cts. per doz.; §1 00 per 100. PlumoSUS (Feathered Hyacinth). Quite distinct from the foregoing, bearing feathery plume-like spikes of flowers of a deep claret color. 20 cts per doz.; $ per 100. Oriiitliogaluni Arabicum (Arabian Star of Bethlehem). A very showy and distinct species, bearing racemes of white flowers with a black centre, having a sweet aromatic odor; grows 1 to 2 leet in height, and succeeds either outdoors or in pots. Excellent for forcing, and largely used by florists for this purpose. Of the easiest cultivation. 4 cts. each ; 40 cts. per doz.; $2 50 per 100. If wanted by mail, add 10 cts. per doz. for postage. OXALIS. These are profuse bloomers, and very attractive in the greenhouse or conservatory during the winter. Plant 3 or 4 bulbs in a pot; the pot should be kept near the glass to prevent the foliage from growing too long. Grand Duchess. A new variety of great beauty ; of dwarf, sturdy growth, throwing its large, exquisite pink flowers well above the foliage. Extremely free- flowering, never being out of bloom from November till June. One of the most desirable for window culture. 4 cts. each ; 40 cts. per doz.; $ per 100. Bermuda Buttercup. Greatly improved selection from Oxalis Cernua grown in the congenial soil and climate of Bermuda until the bulbs have attained great strength, producing bulbs, plants and flowers larger and more luxuriant than the common variety. It is one of the finest of winter-flow- ering plants for pot culture, of strong,
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