Historic, archived document Do not assume content reflects current scientific knowledge, policies, or practices Store: ¥1406 Olive St. > re a a > Greenhouses Near Cor. Lindell and Union Avenues, North of Forest Park, ST. LOUIS, MO. © YOUNG & SONS’ CO. a 7 wy. ey * 353 st AAT )8 2 Pe ‘ ‘i ee (¢ NY } ~e Te 4 0 aaa x vr _ Shipments »° Remittances. « BULBS are sent by mail or express, charges prepaid, excepting the Nos. 2, 3,4 and 5. SEEDS in bulk are forwarded by express. If ordered to be sent by mail, postage must be added. We pay postage on all seeds in packages. PLANTS must be shipped by express. They are of extra large size, andcannot besent by mail. Extra plants are given with every order. WE GUARANTEE EVERY SHIPMENT, either by mail or express, to reach the purchaser safely and in good condition. OUR TERMS are cash with the order. ordinary letters is at the risk of sender. (ee) COLLECTION No. 1. Price, $1.00, by mail, postpaid. 6 Hyacinths, Single and Double. 6 Tulips, assorted colors. 3 Narcissus, named sorts. 6 Crocuses, mixed colors. 3 Snowdrops. 3 Jonquils. COLLECTION No. 2. Price, $3.00, by express; if by mail, add 50 cents for postage. Named Hyacinths, for forcing. Mixed Hyacinths, single and double. Tulips, finest named sorts, Tulips, mixed colors. Parrot Tulips, assorted. Crocusés, mixed colors. Narcissus, assorted. Jonquils. Snowdrops. Anemones, assorted colors. Ranunculus. Freesia Refracta Alba. Easter Lily (Candidum). Bermuda Lily (Harisii). Crown Imperial. Oo © > SW AAAAD AA Remit by draft, money order or registered letter. Currency in We decline sending goods C, O. D., unless one-half the amount accom- panies the order to guarantee the express charges. All orders by mail will be as carefully and promptly filled as though ordered in person, and in case an error is made, we promise to make such corrections as will prove entirely satisfactory. Address C. YOUNG & SONS’ CO., ST. LOUIS, MO. SPECIAL LOW-PRICED COLLECTIONS OF BULBS. With a view of extending and increasing the culture of Dutch Bulbs, we have prepared the following col- lections at prices much lower than regular retail rates. This opportunity to buy a small quantity at wholesale prices is offered with the understanding that no col- lection can be divided or any alteration permitted. The best quality of Bulbs are put mto these collections- Directions for culture are given in this catalogue. COLLECTION No. 3S. Price, $4.00, by express; if by mail, add 75 cents for postage. 12 Named Hyacinths, for forcing. 12 Mixed Hyacinths, for bedding. 6 Tulips, finest named sorts. Tulips, choicest mixed. Tulips, Parrot, mixed. Narcissus, assorted. Crocuses, assorted. Lilium Candidum (St. Joseph Lily). Lilium MHarrisii (Bermuda Easter Lily). Crown Imperial. Anemones, assorted colors. Ranunculus, Jonquils. Snowdrops. Lily of Valley. 6 Freesia. COLLECTION No. 4, Price, $5.00, by express; if by mail, add $1.00 for postage. 6 Choicest Named Hyacinths. 12 Bedding Hyacinths, single and double. 6 Roman Hyacinths. 6 Tulips, finest named sorts. 12 Tulips, single and double. 6 Parrot Tulips, mixed. 9 Narcissus, best varieties. 50 Crocuses, in separate colors. 2 Easter Lilies (Candidum). 2 Bermuda Lilies (Harrisii). Beaan ® =" DAA HO = 2 Crown Imperials. 3 Iris, named varieties. 12 Anemones, single and double. 12 Ranunculus, finest varieties. 6 Oxalis. 12 Snowdrops. 3 Freesia Refracta Alba. 6 Jonquils. COLLECTION No. 5. Price, $10.00, by express, only. 18 Named Hyacinths, for forcing- 25 Mixed Hyacinths, for borders. 9 Roman Hyacinths, for forcing. 12 Tulips, Named, forcing varie- ties. 12 Tulips (Duc van Thals). 12 Tulips, single early, mixed. 12 Tulips, double early, mixed. 12 Tulips, double late, mixed. 12 Tulips, Parrot, best, mixed. G6 Polyanthus Narcissus, forcing. 12 Hardy Narcissus. 3 Lilium Candidum (St. Joseph Lily). 2 Lilium Marisii (Easter Lily). 2 Double Tiger Lily. 1 Lilium Auratum. 3 Crown Imperial. 5 Irisis. 100 Crocuses, mixed colors. 25 Anemones, assorted colors. 25 Ranunculus, 12 Freesia. 6 Chinondoxa Lucille (Glory of the Snow). 12 Lily of Valley. 12 Jonquils. for ¢ ‘a EITHER IN THE HOUSE, FOR WINTER BLOOMING, OR IN THE OPEN GROUND, FOR EARLY SPRING FLOWERS. 8 gee culture of Holland Bulbs is not, as many seem to think, confined to florists and amateurs having more J x than ordinary facilities for the care of flowers. They are grown and admired by all classes of flower lovers, wwe their beautiful and fragrant flowers having completely won popular favor. “GM Statistics show that over two hundred thousand dollars’ worth of these bulbs are imported into this country every year. This immense quantity is distributed by seedmen and dealers to every nook and corner of the United States, nearly every garden receiving a share in proportion to its size. In some only a few are set out, while in the more pretentious ones, Hyacinths and Tulips are planted by the thousand, There are three principal reasons why these flowers have attained such widespread popu- larity. First, their beau- ty of form and col- or. No other class of flowers exhibits such a wonderful variety of beautiful colors; almost evéry conceivable shade or tint may be found in some one of the many different kinds. The sweet, delicate odor and graceful form of the flowers are additional charms that make them fa- T LL imi TNNIUUEL OTT TT TL en ion | if voriteseverywhere, ML neuen inate NAA DAU A it pa i a LNA rs ET ee ae et eC] oka time when | it ih th 2 | I: aii ed ay | | there are very few | i i ilIp ni | (hy I vl idl | Is i It. hy! }; 3 iin | | bag Hsu lia CaOD. ae KS OE . lt ll ——— other flowers, and [ Ii | 4 inmniiiiininninsanan eta NHN TRIAL wie are, therefore,m vam ee AAT TNT Hh ! highly prized cn that account. When grown in the house, 2 C. YOUNG & SONS’ CO., ST. LOUIS, MO. flowers may be had continually during the winter and early spring months, or, if planted out in the open garden in autumn, the blossoms will be produced very early in the spring, long before other plants can be set out. The blooms are particularly desirable for cut flowers, retaining their freshness and beauty several days when placed in glasses of water. In our Cut Flower Department these flowers find ready sale and large quantities are sold every season, there being almost a craze for spring flowers among the cut flower buyers of this city. Third, they are so easily grown, and adapt themselves so readily to all situations, that even the most inexperi- enced amateur can grow them successfully. We know there are many who do not feel inclined to buy or set out plants at this season of the year; but every one who wishes to enjoy a few of these lovely flowers must plant the bulbs now, whether desired for winter bloom- ing in the house or as spring flowers in the open garden; it is necessary to start the bulbs in the fall. When intended for winter blooming, the bulbs are planted in pots or boxes and grown in the house; an ordinary window box, planted with a variety of bulbs (as shown in illustration No. 1), is a very neat and effective way of arranging them, The manner in which they are grown makes but little difference, as the bulbs themselves contain the germs of the leaves and flower stems, with sufficient nourishment to produce them, and need only to be supplied with heat and moisture to develop flowers of wondrous beauty. If successive plantings are made, a constant supply of flowers may be had from December till April. Those of our customers who have cultivated bulbs in the house in winter well know what a world of real pleasure and amusement they afford; how carefully they watch them, after planting, to observe the first signs of life, and after a brief period of waiting see them gradually mature and put forth new leaves. In a few days the flower stem appears, and, when it finally blossoms out in the fullness of its beauty, brightening the room with its cheerful colors and filling the air with its delicate odor, the happy possessor feels amply repaid for the time and money expended. Large quantities are also grown in the garden for early spring flowers. When this method is chosen the bulbs must be planted in the open ground any time during the fall months, and allowed to remain until the flowers are expanded by the first warm sunny days of spring. Many opportunities are offered for the display of the grower’s taste in arranging beds and borders to form the most pleasing effects. The illustration on outside of cover shows what a lovely garden can be formed of these beautiful spring flow- ers. Imagine a garden, in the early spring, glowing with brilliant masses of Tulips and showy beds of Hyacinths nthe prominent pla- ces, clusters of Nar- cissus, Daffodils and Lilies of the Valley in the retired corners, little clumps of Cro- cuses and Snowdrops dotted here and there in the lawn to relieve the solid green ; com- bine with all these a few stately Lilies and Crown Imperials in the spaces between the shrubbery, and you have a garden unrivaled for beauty and attractiveness by even the bright- est of our summer gardens. The engraving in a2h the lower corner, on BED OF HYACINTHS, BORDERED WITH TULIPS. outside of cover, shows a little group of flowers just suited to the wants of the beginner, which can be obtained for atrfling sum. Planted in any unoccupied corner of the garden, they will delight the grower with their bril- liant colors and delicious fragrance. ; THE TIME FOR PLANTING. It should be borne in mind that these bulbs MUST BE PLANTED IN THE FALL, and will not produce good flowers if planted at any other time. Hundreds, when they see the Hyacinths and Tulips in bloom in the early spring, write to us for bulbs, and are much disappointed to learn that they should have been planted in the fall, and cannot be obtained in the spring. Directions for Planting in the Garden for Spring Blooming. October and November are considered the best months for planting, in this latitude, although the bulbs may be set out any time before the ground is frozen hard, Plant the bulbs in light sandy soil, drained, so that water will not collect on the surface. Hyacinths should be set about four inches deep, measuring from the top of the bulb; Crown Imperials, five inches; Narcissus, Tulips and Jonquils, three inches; Crocuses and Snowdrops, two inches, and from four to eight inches apart. according to the size of the bulb. As soon as severe frosts set in, cover the beds with leaves or straw to the depth of about six inches, taking care to weight it down with brush or earth, to prevent blowing away. Early in the spring, gradually remove the covering, and they will then grow rapidly and flower without further attention. BULBS. 3 The duration of bloom may be prolonged by shading after the flowers have opened. . The bulbs can be left in the ground throughout the year, and will bloom again the following season. If the Same beds are needed for planting out bedding plants for summer blooming, such as Roses, Geraniums, ete., the bulbs can be removed as soon as the leaves commence to turn yellow and ripen; place them In the sun until thoroughly dry, then cut off the tops and pack away carefully in some cool, dry place until wanted again for fall planting. 3 Directions for Winter Blooming in the House. The bulbs should be planted in pots or boxes as early in the season as possible, and if any quantity is grown a few should be planted at intervals of about two weeks up to January, in order to keep up a succession of bloom, The best bulbs for forcing, in the house, are named Hyacinths, Early Tulips, Polyanthus, Narcissus, Roman Hyacinths and Freesias. ‘To this list may also be added Lillums, Candidum, Harrisil and Longiflorum, Lilies of the Valley, Crocuses and Snowdrops. The soil should consist of one-third sand, one-third well rotted manure and one-third garden soil. For Ilya- cinths, the pot should be about four inches in diameter for one bulb, although four or five bulbs may be put in an eight-inch pot with good results. Smaller bulbs, as Tulips and Crocuses, may be put in proportionately less space. Fill the pots about three parts full of soil, lay on top of this a handful of clean sand, set the bulb on the layer of sand and fill up the pot with soil, press down firmly, and allow just the top of the bulb to protrude above the surface. After potting, water thoroughly, and store them away in a cool,dark cellar, giving them a covering of about six inches of leaves, sand or sawdust, and allow them to remain in this position for about stx weeks. When the pots are well filled with roots, brush off the covering from a few and place them in a warm room or conserva- tory with a temperature of about 65 degrees. Partially shade them from the light for a few days, and water daily until the flowers are expanded. It is very important that they should make strong growth at the roots before being brought tothe light. After the covering is removed, it is best to keep them in a cool, shady place for a day or two, and increase the light and heat gradually. If exposed too quickly, the flowers are apt to be imperfectly formed. Growing in pots is the simpler and more natural method of cultivating these bulbs, although they are frequently grown in vases of water. For this purpose select single Hyacinths, and place in glasses filled with water, so that the base of the bulb will just touch the water. Place them away in a cool, dark cellar or box until the roots are well grown. Change the water as soon as it becomes impure, and be careful that it does not freeze,as it would not only break the glass but destroy the root fibres. When the glass is well filled with roots and the flower stem well started, remove to the light and give warmer temperature. More vigorous growth and finer flowers will be obtained if given fresh air occasionally. It is always best to choose single Hyacinths for growing in glasses, very few of the double ones producing good flowers when grown in this way. Narcissus can be easily grown in jars of water (fruit jars willanswer). Fill the jar with coarse gravel, level with the surface of the water, so that the bulb when resting on the gravel will just touch the water. Smaller bulbs can be grown in flat dishes, filled with damp moss, or fern vases, or arranged in a hundred other ways that taste or fancy may dictate. OUR BULBS are all of our own importation, direct from Holland, and are selected solely for our own retail trade. They are, therefore, of a higher grade than those usually offered, are true to name and color and are of the best quality — grown. Having been for years the largest growers of Hyacinths for St. Louis markets, our long experience in this branch of the business fully qualifies us to judge of the best varieties either for forcing in the house or planting out in the garden. PLANTS FOR THE HOUSE. We wish to call your attention to our list of Roses and other plants for winter blooming in the house. They have been grown specially for this purpose; are healthy, vigorous and in splendid condition. These are sure to grow stronger, bloom more freely and be in every way more satisfactory than old, worn out plants that have been blooming in the garden allsummer. Plants and Bulbs ordered from this Catalogue can be sent together in one shipment, if desired. P 4 C. YOUNG & SONS’ CO., ST. LOUIS, MO. oe (i Bee AD Se QE ANY cS iceayy HYACINTHS 2 ake We i LI; SBE ala ean a 3 dco: i ay} ier HIS is probably the best known and deservedly ¢ popular of all the Holland bulbs. The large flower variety and brilliancy of color and deli- cate perfume combine in making ita universal favorite. A few Hyacintbs can be grown in pots or glasses with very little trouble, and when in bloom make elegant and suitable ornaments for the parlor or sitting room. Our collection embraces every shade of color known among Hyacinths, and includes only strong growing sorts that produce large and full spikes of bloom. All of the following are superb and distinct varie- ties of the best quality, and are grown especially for house culture. Our extremely low prices are an addi- tional inducement. A comparison of our prices on named Hyacinths with those of other florists will show that we are from 25 to 50% lower than the lowest. Price, 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen. ‘ Ir : ( — SINCLE RED. ideean¢. Deep violet, changing to black. William the first. Dark blue, large truss, very earhy. Amy. Bright carmine, fine truss, tall. Belle Corinne. Peep red, striped with rose, tall. SINCLE YELLOW. Baron Von Tuyll. Very fine pink, large truss. Hermann. Orange yellow. Eldorado. Deep scarlet, readily forced. La Plui D’Or. Gianthea. Large bells, magnificent truss. La Reine des Jacinthes. Large red, fine spike. Pale yellow. La Citronniere. Good spike, citron yellow. Norma. Pale pink, very large, early. DOUBLE RED. Robert Steiger. Brilliant carmine, early and showy, Acteur. Very dark rose. large bells fine. aoe Tar isips Alida Catharina. Delicate satiny rose. Bouquet Tendre, Brilliant red, fine truss, early. SINCLE WHITE. Bouquet Royal. Fine light rose, dark center. Czar Nicholas. Delicate rose, early. Groot Vorst. Light red, large fine truss, early. L’Esperence, Delicate rose, striped with red. Noble par Merite. Deep rich rose, grand truss. Panorama. bright rose, fine spike. Princess Royale. Deep rose, purple center. Regina Victoria. Beautiful rose, early and very Veronica, Carmine red, compact truss, low. Alba Superbissima. Pure white, large bells, tall. Baron Von Tuyll. Pure white, very large truss, fine for pots or glasses. Blanchard, Clear white, large bells, fine fourm, splen- did truss. Grandeur A Merville. Rosy white, very large bells and truss extra, double. Grand Vedette. Pure white, large bells, good spike, tall. DOUBLE WHITE. La Pureelle D’Orleans. Pure white, large truss. , La Candeur. Large truss, pure white. Anna Maria. Blush white with purple center, com- Mad. Van der Hoop. Snow white, large bells, extra. pact tugs eee Paix de L’Europe. Snow white, large, well formed | Bouquet Royal. Pure white, fine truss, large bells. truss. Duchess of Bedford. Pure white, extra fine flower. Tullia. Pale blush, good form, large. Flevo. Waxy white, fine spike. Vesta. Creamy white, good spike, tall. La Tour D’Auvergne. Magnificent truss, pure white Voltaire. Blush white, large bells and truss. very double, the best and earliest for forcing. Rousseau. Rose-colored, white, large spike. La Virginite. Beautiful blush, white, good truss. i La Deese. White, with yellowish center, early. SINCLE BLUE. Non Plus Ultra. Pure white, with deep violet eye. Argus. Light blue, white center, Nanette. Pure white, very early. Blue Mourant. Deep blue, with light stripe. Sceptre D’Or. Pure white, large fine truss. Baron Von Thuyl. Dark 4, very large rauti ae uy Dark blue, very large, beautiful DOUBLE BLUE. ells, Chas. Dickens, Porcelain blue, fine truss, tall. Blocksburg. Porcelain blue, showy truss, early. Leonidas. Light blue, shaded azure. Crown Prince of Sweden. Rich blue, extra. La Peyrouse. Beautiful light blue. Envoye. Pale blue, dark center, fine flower. Lord Palmerston. Light blue, with white eye, very | Gen’! Antink. Porcelain blue, dark center, very fine. distinet variety. P PS Garrick. Deep blue, shaded with velvet Lord Byron, Azure blue, very large, handsome truss. | Lord Wellingon. Dark blue with lilac stripe, early. Marie. Bright blue and purple, large, well-shaped | Lord Raglan. Azure blue with black center. truss, Mignen You Dryfhout. Dark blue, large truss, early, BULBS 5 Pri : ute of Saxeweimer. Dark purple, ver 4asquin, Porcelain blue, fine form. Rembrandt. ¥y carly. Exquisite flower, light blue, dark center. DOUBLE YELLOw. Goethe, Sulphur yellow, Ophir D’Ur, Dark yellow, William IIT, Apricot, pink center, | HA, ‘ia if UNNAMED BEODING HYACINTHS, For Planting in the Garden. The mixed or unnamed Hyacinths are suitable only for outdoor planting. They are a very good grade of bulbs, although the flowers they produce are not usu- ally as large as those from the named sorts. Occasion- ally they will bloom admirably in the house, although we do not recommend them for that purpose. This grade of bulbs are divided into four general colors; the distinct shades are not kept separate, but | awa \y LA CANDEUR. See Description, Page 6. are grouped together under each class; thus blue in cludes all shades from light porcelain to deepest pur- ple. In the same manner the other colors area mixture of all shades in their respective classes. Price, 10 cents each, © cents per dozen. Per 100, by express, $5.50, Single red, mixed. Double red, mixed. “ white, mixed, “ white, mixed, “ blue, mixed. ‘6 blue, mixed. “ yellow, mixed. oe yellow, mixed. oe all colors, mixed. he all colors, mixed, ROMAN HYACINTHS. A distinct variety; the eariiest for forcing, and excellent for growing in the house. The trusses are smaller, somewhat loose, and of graceful form; the flowers are pure white and very fra- grant; each bulb usually produces seve- ral spikes of flowers. Price, 10 cents each, 75 cents per dozen. » TULIPS. (2) > ‘ er Tulip in rich tints and gorgeous colors. Insome varieties the shades of color are delicately blended, while others exhibit the most striking con- trasts. They are adapted to culture in the open ground in nearly every country and locality, and as they flourish so well under ordinary care, and are so perfectly hardy, they never fail to give the most satisfactory results. In appearance the Tulip is brilliant and lively, the colors showing to best advantage when planted in masses or borders, F)" other spring flower can match the 6 C. YOUNG & SONS’ CO., ST. LOUIS, MO. One hundred Tulips will nicely fill a bed of fair size, and remain in bloom for about four weeks. If partially shaded, they will continue in flower until time to replace with plants for summer blooming. They recommend themselves to every one who loves a bed of early spring flowers. The flowers are of a globular shape, beautifully formed, and are very large, in comparison to the size of the plant. The early varieties are easily flowered in the house during winter, and should be planted at the same time and in the same manner as Hyacinths. For indoor culture, select from the named sorts, as they are the best forcing varieties. The mixed Tulips are intended only for open ground culture, and contain many kinds that cannot be grown in the house. The flowers of the double varieties are not quite so brilliant as the single, and are always a little later, but they last longer, when fully opened. EARLY SINCLE TULIPS. This list includes the very best sorts for forcing, the bulbs being all of selected quality, and sure to give perfect flowers, if properly grown. They are also splen- did for out-door culture, particularly in forming solid masses or lines of color, Can furnish any separate color, in large quantities. Duc Van Thol. These are of neat, dwarf growth, embracing a variety of colors. They are the earliest Tulips for forcing. Can be had in bloom about the latter part of December. Scarlet, per doz., 35c. Crimson, a 40¢. Rose, e 50c. White, nt 75¢c. Yellow, J 60c. Red & Yellow‘S 45¢. Artus. Beautiful deep red, fine, bold flower. 5 cents each,40 cents per dozen, $2.50 per 100. Belle Alliance. Brilliant Scarlet; very fine. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3.50 per 100. Chrysolora. Large golden yellow; fine flower. 7 cents each, 60 cents per doz- en, $4.00 per 100. Crimson King. Bright crimson, very showy and striking. 45 cents each, 40 cents per dozen, $2.50 per 100. Duchesse de Parma. Orange yellow, very large and fine flowers. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3.50 per 100. Keizerskroon. Crimson - scarlet, mar- gined with yellow; wery large and SSS ‘ : ary, a showy. 10 cents each, 75 cents per doz- eee eee * ULIFS. en, $4.50 per 100. 1. Duchesse de Parma. 2. Crimson Eing. 3. La Beine. L’Immaculee. Pure white, dwarf, very early. 10 cents each, 70 cents per dozen. 4 EARLY DOUBLE TULIPS. ‘See cut, page 7. La Reine. Beautiful rose white; fine for forcing. 5 ‘ents each, 50 ¢ ; RS een Early Double Tulips are all splendid for growing in cents each, 50 cents per dozem, $8.50 per 100, pots, but should be forced very slowly, as they bloom Pottebakker White. The finest of all white Tulips; | !@ter than the single varieties. When planted in beds splendid form. 10 cents each, 8 cents per dozen or borders, they are very effective. ‘ . e ’ La Candeur and Res Rubrorum forma very pleasing Proserpine. Very rich crimson-pink; large flower, | contrast when planted together, as they are cqual in splendid color. 10 cents each, 95 cents per dozen. | height and bloom about the same time. : . es - La Candeur. (See cutpage5.) Pure white, erect habit, Rose Mundi. Beautiful rose-pink. 7 cents each, 70 large, well formed flowers. 5 cents each, 35 cents per cents per dozen, $4.75 per 100. dozen, $2.00 per 100. Rose Grisdelin. Delicate rose, shaded white; beauti- | La Citadella. Red, with yellow border; large. 7 cents -ach, 55 cents per dozen. ful. 7 cents eae » » > 75 per 100. ‘ “ ; Bet = S Cae Danaoeen, Wi) Bee Murillo. Pale rose and white; distinct and fine. 7 Vermilion Brilliant. Rich, bright vermilion; very | cents each, 60 cents per dozen, large and showy flower. 7 cents each, 65 cents per Rex Rubrorum. Bright scarlet; large and showy dozen, $3.75 per 100 flower. 7 cents each, 60 cents per dozen, $4.00 per 100. Sout 4 + . é Tournesol. Red and yellow; bright red edge, with or- Yellow Prince. Bright vellow, fragrant, 7 cents pach, ange; V ery early, easily for ced. ‘and excellent for pot 60 cents per dozen, $3.75 per 100. culture. 7 cents each, 53 cents per dozen, $4.00 per 100. BULBS 4 Tournesol Yellow. Same as befor: ng color, which is a bright, golden 10 cents each, 80 cents per dozen, », OXcept Yellow : | MIXED EARLY TULIPS. Single Early Tulips. ties, nixed. 5 cents dozen, $2.50 per 100. Double Early Tulips. ties, mixed. 5 cents dozen, $2.50 per 100. All colors and yarie- each, 40 cents per All colors and varie each, 40 cents per DOUBLE TULIPS. See description, page 6. 1. Murillo. 2. Rex Rubrorum. 3. Tournesol. . wer. RN \ \ \ I ee LATE SHOW TULIPS. This very beautiful and interesting Class blooms con- | ; siderably later than the other sections. They are of taller growth and adapted for outdoor cultivation only. SINCLE. Bizarres. Yellow ground, with crimson red or white markings. 5 cents each. 35 cents per dozen, $2.50 per 100. Bybloemens. White ground, with purple lilac or black mark- ings. 5 cents each, = cents per dozen, $2. per 100. DOUBLE. Very tall growing va- rieties, flowers are ex- ceedingly large, very full and double. All eolors mixed, 5 cents each, 40 cents per dozen, $2.75 per100. PARROT TULIPS. A very distinct species, producing brilliantly colored flowers of great size and grotesque shape. They are very gay and effective in mixed borders, and flowering somewhat late form a fine succession to the early flow- ering variety. All colors mixed,5 cents each, 30 cents per dozen, $2.00 per 100. 8 C. YOUNG & SONS’ CO., ST. LOUIS, MO. NARCISSUSorDAFFODILS. These beautiful old-fashioned fiowers are becoming more popular every year, as they deserve to. They are among the most precious of our spring garden flow- ers for cutting purposes, and many kinds of indoor decoration. Out-of-doors they are no less valuable, being quite hardy and of easy culture, growing well in any light soil. The Polyanthus are the best for grow- ing in the house, and are grown in great quantities for winter cut flowers. The flowers are produced in clusters of eight or ten on a stem, and vary in color from purest white to deep orange. The single Narcissus are extremely hardy and are used mostly for planting in the open ground. The flowers are borne singly on stems, and are quite attractive, the cup and petals being usually of two distinct colors. The double varieties, like all the other Narcissus, are much prized for their deli- cious odor, and are in every way desira- ble plants for the garden. All colors mixed. 60 cents per dozen, $4.00 per 100. POLYANTHUS NARCISSUS. Formosa. Yellow, with orange cup, extra. 10 cents each, $1.00 per dozen. Grand Monarque. Large, pure white; citron cup. 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen. Gloriosa. White, with deep orange cup; fine. 10 cents each, $1.00 per dozen. Paper White. Pure white, free flowering, excellent | for early forcing. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3.00 per 100. Roman. White and yellow, full double flowers. 10 | cents each, 60 cents per dozen, $3.50 per 100. Staten General. Light lemon, with yellow cup. 10 cents each, $1 00 per dozen, SINCLE NARCISSUS. Poeticus (Phea- sant’s Eyeor Poet’s Narcissus). Petals pure white; cup a delicate yellow, tipped with red; a great favorite. 5 cents each, 30 cents per dozen, $1.50 per 100. NARCISSUS POETICUS. Trumpet Major. Trumpet and perianth deep golden yellow, trumpet well opened, recurved and fringed; perianth slightly twisted, 10 cents each, 8 cents per dozen, $5.25 per 100. SINCLE DAFFODIL. Trumpet Minor. Similar to the above but smaller, very early, flowering, and excellent for pots. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen. Biflora. Pure white perianth, with soft yellow crown, pes flowers on each scape. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen. MIXED COLORS. Stella. Pure white, pale yellow cup, very early. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3.00 per 100. Bulbocodium. Dwarf, golden yellow trumpet. Each bulb produces from 6 to 12 flowers. 10 cents each, 8 cents per dozen, DOUBLE NARCISSUS. Alba Plena Odorata. The “Double White Poet’s Narcis- sus.” Snow- white, Garde- nia like flow- ers exquisitely scented. Fine for forcing. 5 cents each, 50 cents per doz., 33.25 per 100. ALBA PLENA ODORATA. Incomparabilis. Fine large yellow; good bedding variety. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $,25 per 100. Van Sion (Double Daffodil). Large clear yellow; eXtra. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3.25 per 100. JONQUILS. Single Sweet-Scented. Deep yellow, very sweet. 5 cents each, 40 cents per dozen. Double. Fine, deep golden-yellow. cents per dozen. Single Campernelle. Yellow, fine for borders. each, 40 cents per dozen. 10 cents each, 0 5 cents a =~ a CELT ES: yn . Phe Lilies have alway been favorite flowers and, indeed, there is no other class of which more praise is due, The flower ig celebrated the lovely form, beautiful fragrance, World over for its markings and delleats In effect they are stately nificent, especially if borders, or and mae set out in clumps o1 planted here the Shrubbery, Of the list recoinmend the Candidum and there amony olfered below, we as the most satisfac tory for general purposes, whether for planting in the house or out-door culture. The Harrisii is a Lily of more recent introduction, and pro- duces very large flowers, although the bulb is quite small; It is the best forcing Lily in eulti vation, andmakes a handsome specimen grown in a pot. when All of those named below are entirely hardy, and will endure our severest Winters with a slight protection, if the ground is properly drained. Lilies are not benefited by being frequently moved, but thrive allowed to where first planted, the bulb becoming best if remain larger and producing more flowers each succeeding year, Candidum, (An- nunciation,or St. Joseph Lily. ) The well-known garden Lily; snow-white, fra- grant blossoms. 15 ets, each, $1.50 per dozen. see cut. Longiflorum, Flowers white and trump et- shaped, 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen. Harrisii. white, -flowers, Large, fragrant similar to Longiflorum, but blooms much more freely, and can be brought into flower earli- er. 25 cents each, $2.50 per dozen. j Ate s Hi LILLIUM HARRISII. Auratum. (The Golden-rayed Lily of Japan.) Mag- nificent flowers, creamy white, spotted with choco- late. We offer this year a fine stock of splendid, sound bulbs of this peerless variety, the grandest of all the Lily family. 35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen. See cut. Tigrinum Flore Pleno (Double Tiger Lily.) Of state- ly habit, growing from 4 to 6 feet high, bearing an immense number of double, bright, orange-red flow- ers, spotted with black. 25 cents each, $2.50 per doz. Elegans. A charming spec ies, blooming in June. The flowers are erect, and richly marked with red and 20 cents each, $2.00 per dozen. Washingtonianum. A beautiful California variety, erowing stiff and erect. Flowers white, tinted with purple and lilac; 8 to 9 inches across when fully ex- panded; 3 too feet high; blooms in the summer. 40 cents each, $3.50 per dozen. brown. it ty nf vps « DILLIUM CANDIDUM, splendid Humboldtii. sloomerianum., \ from California. ted with purple. Liliums, Harrisii, Candidum and Tigonium are ready ufter September Ist. The other Lilies cannot be fur nished before October 5th. Orders will be received now, and Bulbs sent when ready. Species Large, golden-yellow flowers, spot 40 cents each, 33.50 per dozen. bagi eae Ar LILLIUM AURATUM. CROWN IMPERIALS. No collection of Dutch Bulbs is complete without the Crown Imperial. These beautiful plants, when once set out, remain as permanent ornaments, the bulbs growing and increas ing continuously and flowering every spring with un-- varying regularity. 10 C. YOUNG & SONS’ The flower stem grows about twenty-four inches in height, from the top of which the pretty bell- shaped flowers are produced in a cluster, surmounted by a tuft of bright green leaves, the whole bearing some resem- blance to a crown, from which it takes its name. Single Yellow. 50 cents each. Red Aurora. 25 cents each. Couronne Orange. 25 cents each. Mixed Colors. 20 cents each. IRIS. Very beautiful free flowering bulbs, fine for beds or borders. They are perfectly hardy and ot the easiest culture, growing freely in any soil. The orchid-like blooms are large and showy, and present a variety of rich and striking colors. Pavonia (Peacock Iris). Pure white flowers, with blue spots. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen. Susiana. Large blush flowers, tinted brown, and closely netted with dark lines. 15 cents each, $1.50 per dozen. Angelica (English Iris). Mixed sorts, 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen. Hispanica. A lovely sort, should be extensively plant- ed; fine for forcing; mixed colors. 5 cents each, 40 cents per dozen. Tuberosa (Snake’s-Head Iris). Rich, velvety-black and green flowers. 10 cents each, 75 cents per dozen. ANEMONES. The Anemone is unsurpassed among spring flowers for brillianey of color and profusion of bloom. The plant is very neat and com- pact in growth, with elegant foliage, and produces in great abundance flowers of the most vivid hues of searlet, blue, purple, self-colored and striped, which have a splendid. ef- fect ..in_ beds oar CO., ST. LOUIS, MO. masses, whilst for cutting for bouquets or table decora- tion they are invaluable. Single, finest mixed, 30 cents per dozen, $1.75 per 100. Double, finest mixed, 40 cents per dozen, $2.50 per 100. CROCUSES Every one is fa- miliar with the Crocus,the pretty little blue and white flowers that put in their ap- pearance as soon as winter is over, and continue in flower until the Hyacinths are in bloom. A few, at least, should find a place in every garden, however small, as they can be had at atrifling cost, and, if left in the ground undis- turbed, will flower every year. are very pretty, and combine well with other bulbs in window boxes, fern vases or large pots. For house culture, they Per doz. Per doz. White. Soee eee ee eee s' ..30 15 SLTIPl scores sone Blues osreces Serre Barve YelloWesusssccueeee Mixed, all colors, 10 cents per dozen, 65 cents per 100, $4.75 per 1,000. RANUNCULUS. Exceedingly beautiful flowers, blooming in June, requiring deep, rich, loamy soil. Plant late in the Au- tumn, about two inches deep, claws downward, and cover with straw and leaves, before winter sets in, so as to protect from frost. They succeed well when cul- tivated in pots indoors, but should be Kept in a cool, moist atmosphere, Persian Varieties, finest mixed. $1.50 per 100. French Varieties, tinest mixed. per dozen, $1.50 per 100. Double Turban Varieties, finest mixed. 40 cents per dozen. 25 cents per dozen, 5 cents each, 25 cents 5 cents each, FREESIAS. These wnong the most beautiful of all Cape bulbs, pos- sessing a peculiar are grace of form, and their fra- grance is most delightful,one pot of five orsix bulbs being sufficient to perfume a whole house. As cut flowers they are extremely valua- ble, the unexpan- ded blooms open- ing in water fill the air with a most delicate perfume, and their endurance is really remarkable. They force very easily, and can be had in flower at Christmas, and continue in succession until June. Refracta Alba. Pure white, delightfully fragrant. 6 cents each, 50 cents per dozen, $3.50 per 100. SEEDS 11 SNOWDROPsS. It is of easy culture, very hardy, and should be in ae aCr every garden, Itis also an excellent house plant, and The pretty little Snowdrop, flowering early in March, 18 the first indication of approaching spring. Requir- Ing no care after planting x, they may be left in the ground from year to year without removal. The bulbs SCILLAS. are quite small: the leaves about six inches in height; flowers pure white one of the best to force for winter flowers. Strong clumps. 85 cents each, $3.50 per dozen. Very beautiful early spring flowering bulbs, of dwarf : » 48 the name implies, and of droop- ing habit. In the house they flower a8 easily grown as the Crocus. habit, from 6 to 8 inches In height, with drooping, bell as freely and are shaped blossoms. They are quite hardy, and easily Snowdrops, single. a causal ani cultivated, growing in any good soll; very suitable * tna ADMIN TT REPEL ae a ‘ S ye a OZen, for growing in pots. ie oe ea oe ered ‘ Siberica. Blue, very early. 5 cents cach, 40 cents per OXALIS. i These are very easily cultivated, and both the flowers LILY -OF THE VALLEY. and foliage are remarkably neat and pretty. They are This beautiful little flower is quite hardy. Choose a Suitable for growing in vases, hanging baskets and for partially shaded place in the garden, and plant the roots window gardening generally. Plant in fine sandy soil about six inches apart and two inches deep. They may and water frequently while growing. 10 cents each, 75 be forced in the house or planted out in beds the same cents per dozen. as Dutch bulbs. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen: strong clumps. 35 cents each, $3.50 per dozen. CHIONODOXA LUCILLA. (Glory of the Snow.) A most exquisite early spring-flowering plant, thor- oughly hardy, and will thrive well in any soil. It grows taller than Scilla Siberica, with flowers larger and more numerous, of a brilliant sky blue, with a white center. 5 cents each, 50 cents per dozen. TYE PATTERN. PATENT. HYACINTH CLASSES. Tye’s Shape. Claret, purple and green colors. 2 cents each, $2.00 per dozen. Patent. Bulb can be removed and water changed SPIREA JAPONICA. without injuring the roots. 40 cents each, $4.00 per dozen. ; The above can be forwarded by express only. A remarkably elegant and graceful plant, with large, feathery, pure white, sweet-scented flowers, J ale boon es 2 = Sead fOr Fall Soin o,., t people have observed, no doubt, that many varieties of seeds, if sown in the fall, will bloom earlier and ae * ea Se longer than if sown in the early spring. This is true of nearly all the biennials and peren- an ‘a ecoiarlvier those that are affected by our hot, dry summers. Seeds of Pansies, Daisies, Pinks and ati oe if sown in the open ground in the fall, will give plants that, with alittle protection, will be strong ee to Pichsiand the winter and come into flower very early. The seed offered in the following list is imported e German seed, and is the best in the market. 12 Jur superb strain of Pansy Seed, in separate colors, consists only of the very best varieties, carefully selected with regard to their form, size and markings. This Seed will recommend it- self to those who wish a magnificent show of colors, and who are not satisfied with the cheap mixture of Pansy Seed, ‘‘for sale by all dealers,”’ that produces puny little flowers of no particular shade or color. YOUNC’S PERFECTION PANSIES. This is undoubtedly the finest quality of large flowering Pansy Seed ever offered. It can be depended on to produce all beautiful flowers, and many will be entirely new in colors and markings. Per packet, 40 cents; three packets for $1.00. Pansy— Per pkt. Trimardeau. New giant flowered Pansy, the largest in cultivation. The flowers are distinctly marked with three large blotches or spots, and range in a variety Of Deattiful SHAGES..<.s0 secs. scveccccvcsssg) Slate Blue..........«-. onuonbace JL Snow Flake. Pure white, yellow eye......... 10 Oculata Argenta. Violet. Quadri-color. Upper petals violet, lower ones Yellow, Spotted PUTPLE..ccecrccccccccevccccccees Bronze. All shades of brown......+...- Delicata. Light blue, white center .......65 seeees Fire Dragon. Orange, with purple eye.........-.. WELT OW rie cieiole ole 'n/ainielals(ais'> sslaleln'aiels'e'ele'ulsin winnie ant wl sold unas Light Blue... ....cccccccccvescvcsccccvctvcccces Pure WHiteC 2.20.0. cccccvcccnce Emperor William. Ultramarine blue, with pur- DLE CY Cricrelale sie atviclsicivis s/elneinielalvinisisioie Sissi alsinlei ovine vem hime Manish. ceUne vO La CKimclelsislasisaleatss aikivleu's leis ss ss e's p elatis Rose Marbled. Very beautiful......c.ccccccscecces Lord Beaconsfield. Deep purple violet, shaded white ..... aisicleials - eee etwas eteae rte Large and extra fine...... 10 Deep violet, bordered with white... 10 eee eee eee ewe eee eee eeeee ~O Rem eee eee tt eeeeene He eee Auriculaflora. Violet, bordered white. ........... DD AICTE MO cistrelecrarsictevcteleistows ier Salen Prince Rismarck. Beautiful bronze color........ Rimes t Med), ccterteieaiiateltaisis\s/elein s\svis/aie v's eu ereiniwrelain CCC eee eee eee etoe NOTE. For fifty cents we will send, postpaid to address, any six of the above thirteen varieties for $1.00, Young’s Perfection. Polyanthus. Mixed.............-. bie bias in isin Wisimiainisle Primula (Chinese Primrose). Sinensis fem- briata, white...... WU iAtenMnitieininlaibic/6 0's s0(e ele wing ates mis Primula (Chinese Primrose). Sinensis fem- DLIACA, TEA .. .) >>o~< “o* Hardy Flowering STUDS, Plants and Climbers. Ds & ARDY shrubs and vines are essentially the ground-work of a gurden—a background that increases by contrast the beauty of our brilliant summer flowers. September and October are the best months in the year for transplanting, as these shrubs are then in a dormant state and can be moved-with safety. When planted in the fall, they become firmly established in their new location before the winter sets in and will bloom the following spring. Bear Th mind that these are permanent orna ments, and, in planting, select positions where they will be most effective and where they can remain for years undisturbed. Space permits of only a short list and brief descriptions. For descriptions of colors and names of varieties, see our ANNUAL SPRING CATALOGUE. WEIGELIA. Almond. Double Pinks... los Vase vnvesencs ara Waa ena 7. 50 Pyrus Japonica. Fine for hedges.............. ar me Almond. Double, WHitCic.s oc ueccce pase aisinipine ws 50 Perennial Phlox. Fifteen standard sorts ......... 15 Althea (Rose of Sharon). Six varieties............ 25 $1.59 per dozen. Calicanthus. Sweet scented shrub........... cide kn 50 Spirea. Bridal Wreath........... _~ = ss —=->> - ot — Abie n eX . se . § th) ‘ aS ~ y Lay § ‘ ‘ arty 4’ a \ +s | rah ‘ \ Ww = I fk = @ \) —. fea). ) 7 Bee “ ¢, \ (h ‘ a) o Abs = 8) Wi 4 1 NES VV VIVIUN oe Z oe : & Y a CE Fe 5 PINS ; “XG SAGIND ea _ SAS, g : ® < wS)) a an5© iy ae: . ® Twenty Greenhouses, covering two acres solid in Glass. The most Complete Establishment ip the West. NORTH OF FOREST PARK. ON UNION AVE.,, PARTIAL VIEW OF CREENHOUSES AND NURSERY GROUNDS, OU SS pira0 e lr Spring Catalooue fora aaa ri be issued about January 15, with a complete (description of all the Novelties in Plants and Seeds, containing a heantit y r j 1 i oman ing a beautiful Colored Plate in a handsome Lithograph Cover, with valuable inform? - tion on the culture of Plants, Seeds and Summer Flowering Bulbs; mailed free to all custonf all « nlieant< oy ; all applicants enclosing 6 cents to pay postage : 3 ILA LC. | > z > _—e