. Bulbs & seeds : autumn 1928. Seeds Catalogs; Bulbs (Plants) Catalogs; Vegetables Seeds Catalogs. D. M. FERRY & CO., DETROIT, MICH. HYACINTHS Ready for delivery in September The Hyacinth is so well and so favorably known that it is unnecessary to give any detailed descrip- tion of its broad upright spike or truss usually thickly set with bell shaped flowers of beautiful waxlike texture. It succeeds well in the house and garden, adorning both with the varied colors and delicious fragrance of its showy flowers. Its culture is very simple and if attention is paid to the following directi
. Bulbs & seeds : autumn 1928. Seeds Catalogs; Bulbs (Plants) Catalogs; Vegetables Seeds Catalogs. D. M. FERRY & CO., DETROIT, MICH. HYACINTHS Ready for delivery in September The Hyacinth is so well and so favorably known that it is unnecessary to give any detailed descrip- tion of its broad upright spike or truss usually thickly set with bell shaped flowers of beautiful waxlike texture. It succeeds well in the house and garden, adorning both with the varied colors and delicious fragrance of its showy flowers. Its culture is very simple and if attention is paid to the following directions, failure is almost impossible. Pot Culture in the House—Plant from September to December in rich, light, sandy soil in four or five inch pots, flats, or six inch to eight inch pans. Place the bulb so that its top will be just below the surface, care beingtaken not to pack the soil as bulbs will be less likely to push out when root growth commences if the soil is fine and loose. Water thoroughly and set in a cool, dark place for several weeks to allow of sufficient root growth, this being one of the essentials if spilces of generous size and long strong stems are desired. They should be watered occasionally if soil appears to be drying out. A suc- cession of bloom may be had by bringing the pots into the light at different times. During their growth they should be kept near the light at a temperature of 50 to 70 degrees and watered frequently. Outdoor Culture in Beds or Borders—Bulbs may be planted any time from October until the ground is frozen solid. They succeed in any good garden soil, and while it is more desirable to have a light sandy loam, this is not as essential as having tlie soil, no matter what its quality, in a well spaded and prepared condition and to furnish the proper drainage conditions if planted in a situation where water has a tendency to stand at anytime. Plant six to ten inches apart, covering four to five inclies if soil is light, but not more th
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