. Grape Hyacinths. MUSCARIA. BotryoideS (Grape Hyacinth). One of the prettiest of early spring-flowering bulbs, growing about 6 inches high and throwing up numerous spikes of clear blue or white flowers which reseml)Ie a miniature bunch of grapes. They are per- fectly hardy, and when planted in clumps or lines are very eftestive. 5 or 6 bulbs in a 4-inch pot make a pretty plant for window decora- tion. Blue Grape Hyacinths, 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts. per 100 ; $ per 1000. White Grape Hyacinths, 20 cts. per doz.; § per 100. l:*lliniOSUS (Feathered Hyacinth). Quite distinct from the foreg
. Grape Hyacinths. MUSCARIA. BotryoideS (Grape Hyacinth). One of the prettiest of early spring-flowering bulbs, growing about 6 inches high and throwing up numerous spikes of clear blue or white flowers which reseml)Ie a miniature bunch of grapes. They are per- fectly hardy, and when planted in clumps or lines are very eftestive. 5 or 6 bulbs in a 4-inch pot make a pretty plant for window decora- tion. Blue Grape Hyacinths, 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts. per 100 ; $ per 1000. White Grape Hyacinths, 20 cts. per doz.; § per 100. l:*lliniOSUS (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. Ornitliogalum Arabicum (Arabian Star of Bethlehem). A very showy and distinct species, bearing racemes ot white flowers with a black centre, having a sweet aromatic odor; grows 1 to 2 feet in heiglit, 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.; $ per 100. If wanted by mail, add 10 cts. per doz. for postage. These are profuse bloomers, and very attractive in the greenhouse or con- servatory 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 loo long. Gl'aiicl DuclieSS. 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 ct-;. each; 40 CIS. per doz ; $ per 100. Bermuda Buttercup. Greatly improved selection from Oxnlis Cermia 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-flowering plants for pot culture
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