. Single Snowdrops Snowdrops (Calanthus) The charming Snowdrop is the first of all 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 display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disappeared. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and Scilla Sibirica a matcWess 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
. Single Snowdrops Snowdrops (Calanthus) The charming Snowdrop is the first of all 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 display its graceful snow-white bells before the winter has disappeared. In conjunction with Chionodoxas and Scilla Sibirica a matcWess 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. 50 cts. per doz.; per 100; $ per 1000. Prepared Bulb Fibre This material has become very popular for growing bulbs and house plants in, and is especially adapted for use in the home, being clean and odorless, and as it is light in weight, can be sent to a distance at small expense. It contains all the necessary plant food for almost all kinds of bulbous and other plants. Before using it should be thoroughly moistened, and the bulbs planted in the same way as if soil were used. A special feature of this material is that bulbs can be grown in it in jardinieres, fern dishes and other non-porous receptacles without drainage., In such cases it is necessary to put a few pieces of charcoal in the bottom of each receptacle to take up any impurities, and after watering, the jardinieres or dishes should be turned on their side to allow any surplus water to drain off. The treatment after planting in this material is the same as when planted in soil. 50 cts. per i peck; 75 cts. per peck; per bushel. If wanted by Parcel Post add 20 cts. per peck. NOTE—Bulbs, RootB or Plants will be sent by Parcel Post if remittance is made to cover postage and special packing as noted on the order blank and inside of front cover of this catalogue.
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