. Sc II CaMPANIIT ATA. The charming Snowdrop is the first of flowers to herald the approach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the ground is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens to dis- play its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disappeared. In conjunction witii Chionodoxas and Scilla Sibirica a matchless effect can be produced. As the bulbs are small they should be planted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy slopes, edging or rockwork will suit all these bulbs. They should not be disturbed often if a fine display
. Sc II CaMPANIIT ATA. The charming Snowdrop is the first of flowers to herald the approach of spring. It can frequently be seen in bloom when the ground is white with snow, as it takes every advantage, and hastens to dis- play its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disappeared. In conjunction witii Chionodoxas and Scilla Sibirica a matchless effect can be produced. As the bulbs are small they should be planted liberally in order to obtain immediate results. Banks, grassy slopes, edging or rockwork will suit all these bulbs. They should not be disturbed often if a fine display is desired. KIwes' Giant. An exceedingly large and Ijeautiful single variety; flowers snow- white, with emerald-green tube. 15 cts. per doz.; $ per 100; | per 1000. Single. Pure white graceful bells; early flowering. 15 cts. per doz.; 85 cts. per 100; $ per 1000. Double. Flowers perfectly double, pure white 25 cts. per doz.; $ per 100; $ per 1000. SPARAXIS. A 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 varie- ties. 15 cts. per doz.; 75 cts. per 100; $t5,00 per 1000. STERTVBERGIA LUTEA (Autunm Daffodil). Pretty, hardy autumn-flowering bulbs that deserve to be better known. In ap- pearance thev resemble a fine yellow Crocus, and a clump of a dozen or more to- gether with a corresponding clump of Autumn Crocus off"ered on Jiage 22 gives a touch of spring to the garden in autumn. This is sujiposed l)y some writers to be the Lily of Scripture, as it grows abundantly in the Holy Land. 2') cts. per doz.; $ per 100; $ per 1000. Dreer's Hints on tlie Growings of Bulbs. A new book giving all the essential details for growing the various Bulbs offered in this catalogue. Free to customers who ask for it when ordering. NOTE.—All Bulbs, RooU and Plants are forwarded by Express, purchaser payinK charges. If wanted by Parcel Post add 10 per ce
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