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TELEGRAMS : " BARR, LONDON.”
AUTUMN, 1906
Presented to the L. H. Bailey Hortorium
by the Missouri Botanical Garden, 1972.
Four Gold Medals,
1906.
Crocuses
Silver Cups
at the Temple Flower Show,
London,
1903, 1904, 1905 and 1906.
Narcissi
Gladioli
Irises
Lilies
T^arrs
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Hyacinths
Tulips
And The Best Bulbs, Tubers, Etc,,
For Spring, Summer, Autumn, & Winter=flowering.
Alphabetically Arranged for Easy Reference.
A Few Specialities and Novelties in Bulbs, page 5.
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11, 12 6 13 King Street, Co
NURSERIES :-Surbiton, Surrey J( Surbiton Station,
Visitors invited to see our Magnificent Collections OT'Dbffot^ils, Tulij^^^c.^i
Spring, and many rare and beautiful Bulbous Volants duritig Summer a£d Aytu
L ondon.
Entered at Stationers' Hall.
Rights ytnrictljl
GENERAL INDEX.
Practical Hints on Bulb Culture i
Barr’s Collections of Bulbs 3
Novelties and Specialities for 1906 5
Hardy Bulbs and Plants for extensive Planting in Shrubberies, etc. 9
Descriptive List of the best Bulbs and Tubers for the Flower Garden,
the Greenhouse, and for Forcing. Alphabetically arranged for easy reference 12
Fruit Trees s 9
Strawberries, strong-rooled runners, and plants in pots for Forcing ... ... go
Roses, Standards, Half-Standards, Dwarfs, and Climbing 9 l
A few useful Tools for Bulb Planting 9 i
Labels, Manures, Soils, etc 92
Terms of Business and Memoranda respecting Foreign Orders <J 3
Barr’s Pure Lawn Grass Seeds
Fop producing' Beautiful Lawns, Tennis and Cricket Grounds, Bowling Greens, etc.
1 W Renovate Lawns, etc.. In September, after the wear and tear of Summer(3S lb. of Grass Seed per acre).
The following Mixtures of Grass Seeds are composed of thoroughly cleaned
seeds of highest quality only, and contain neither Clover nor coarse Grasses ; they cannot fail
to give the greatest satisfaction.
1^- The seed is sold by weight, being the only correct method of estimating the quantity needed for a
given space.
Leaflet on the Management of Lawns free on application.
Barr’s New Mixture of Dwarf Evergreen Grasses for producing: an Extra Fine
Smooth Lawn, a special mixture of the finest-leaved and riwarle.st-growing perennial gra sses,
which from their fine, close, slow habit of growth and pleasing colour are best suited for forming lawns
of the shortest anti finest herbage, and thus greatly economising labour in mowing. Per lb. 2s. ;
10 lb. for 19s. ; 25 lb. for 46s.
Barr’s “ Standard ” Evergreen Grasses, for Garden Lawns, Tennis Courts, etc.
This mixture is composed principally of the fine-leaved dwarf-growing grasses, all the seeds being
highly cleaned and of pure and genuine quality. Per lb. Is. 7d. ; 101b. for 14s. 6d. ; 25 lb. for 35s.
Barr’s “Thames Embankment’* Evergreen Grasses for Parks, Golf Links,
Cricket Grounds, and Bowling Greens, a special mixture which hns been found very
successful on the Thames Embankment, and in the formation and renovation of many public and
private parks and squares around London and throughout the country. Per lb. Is. ; 26 lb. lor 24s.
Barr’s Special Mixture of Evergreen Grasses for sowing under Trees. This mixture
contains a careful selection of those grasses most suitable for sowing under trees or in shady places.
Per lb. 2s. 3d. ; per 10 lb. 21s.
Barr’s Fine-leaved Fescue Grass (Festuca win a tenui folia ), for sowing where little bulbs are to be
naturalised, like Narcissi Cyclamineus, Minimus, Queen of Spain, etc. ; also Scillas, Chionodoxas,
Snowdrops, etc. Per lb. 2s. 6d.
Dutch Clover, Finest White. No Clover is included in the above mixtures of Grasses, as we consider a
lawn should consist of Grass alone. If Clover is desired, however, it may he used at the rate of 3 to 5 lb.
per acre ; but it is preferable to sow the Clover separately from the Grass Seed. Per lb. is. 6d.
Barr’s Special Lawn Phytobroma.
The best manure for Grass Lawns, Tennis Courts, Bowling Greens, Golf Links, etc.
Apply Spring and Autumn , using 2 oz. to the square yard at each application.
Barr’s Lawn Phytobroma is composed of those ingredients calculated to encourage a vigorous growth
of grass only, and in this icspect differs from the potasli manures, which are apt to stimulate clovers and
coarse weeds. We can confidently recommend it for all grass lands, as, by its use^ a thicker growth and a
richer colour will be obtained. It is a highly concentrated manure, and is therefore economical in use, a
small quantity only being required at each application. Circular zvi/h fuller particulars sent on application .
Nett Prices— 2 lb. tin, Is. ; In bags— 7 lb., 2s. 6d. ; 14 lb., 4s. 6d. ; 28 lb., 7s. 6d. ; 66 lb., 12s. 6d. ; 1 cwt., 20s.
Prepaid Orders Jbr 28 lb. and upwards sent Carriage Paid to any station in Great Britain or to any port on the Irish Coast.
Watson’s Lawn Sand or Weed Destroyer.
WATSON’S LAWN SAND is the best Weed Killer for use on Lawns (4 oz. to the
square yard). This pi t paration lias the remarkable property oi destroying Daisies, Plantains,
Dandelions, etc., on lawns, ana at the same time acts as a manure and improves the Grass, enriching the
colour and thickening the sward. Circular with full directions on application.
Nett Prices— Canisters, Is., 2s. 6d. and 5s. 6d. ; per \ cwt., 8s. ed. ; $ cwt.. 18s. ; 1 cwt., 34s.
BARR’S 19
AUTUMN BULB CATALOGUE.
A FEW PRACTICAL HINTS ON BULB CULTURE.
Culture for Spring-flowering Bulbs out of Doors.
Proper Condition of Soil.— Plant bulbs only when the ground is in a nice friable state, and
never when (he soil is wet and sticky ; in such cases plant later when the soil is in a good friable condition.
Preparing Ground for Bulbs.— After digging or trenching, the ground should be allowed to settle
at least ten days before planting.
Depth to Plant.— Many amateurs commit the fault of planting loo deeply, and thousands of bulbs
are spoilt in this way annually (crocuses especially). A good general rule to follow is, to cover the
bulb with soil once and a half to twice its own depth, but not more, measuring the bulb from base to shoulder.
Thus a daffodil bulb measuring two inches from base to shoulder should be covered with three to four inches
of soil, and a crocus bulb measuring one inch in depth with only one and a half to two inches of soil.
Proper time to Plant and Best Position.— Information on this subject is given at the heading
of each family. Amateurs frequently fail with many bulbous plants through planting at the wrong season,
thinking that because September is the proper time to plant crocuses, all other autumn bulbs should be
planted in the same month : whereas Tulips, Anemones, Ranunculi, Ixias, Sparaxis, Early Gladioli, etc.,
should not be planted before October or November.
Manure for Bulbs.— All bulbs object to the ammoniacal properties of fresh stable manure, con-
sequently hot or fresh stable manure should never be used, but only well-decayed stable or cow manure,
such as the material from an exhausted hot-bed. The safest manures for all bulbs growing outdoors is
PHYTOBROMA (price 20/- per cwt. ; 2/6 per 7 lbs.) or phosphatic basic slag (price 10/0 per cut. ; 1 /•
per 7 lbs.) for heavy soils, and crushed bones (price 14/- per cwt., 1/3 per 7 lbs.) for light and sandy soils.
The Pit YTOBROM A should be applied at the rate of 8 cwt. per acre, or 3 oz. per square yard, early in
spring, when top growth is showing ; phosphatic basic slag or crushed bones should be put in the
ground with the bulbs at the lime of planting, the former at the rate of I ton per acre, or 7 a' P er
square yard, and the latter at the rate of 4 cwt. to the acre, or 1 .V oz. to the square yaid, and after
planting, sprinkle on the surface of the ground sulphate of potash at the rate of 2 cwt. per acre or j oz.
per square yard (price 21/- per cwt., 1/9 per 7 lhs.). Where basic slag or crushed bones are used,
Phytobroma may also be given at the rate of i.V oz. to the square yard in spring, when top growth is
showing. On hot dry and sandy soils, old stable manure may with advantage be used, to act as a
sponge to hold moisture in the soil ; it should be dug in 15 to 18 inches deep, so as not to come in
contact with the bulbs. Where bulbs are grown in quantity for cutting, plant them on a piece ot ground
off which a vegetable crop (potatoes by preference) has been taken. The previous manuring for the
potatoes, and the working of the soil in lifting them, brings the ground into first-rate condition for bulbs,
and no more manure is required.
For bulbs grown in pots 1 lb. of Phytobroma should be mixed with every bushel of soil, and a
teaspoonful should be used as a surface dressing when the flower-buds are forming (see page 92).
Top Dressing. — Where possible, we advise a top dressing to all bulbs through the winter months
with some light material such as long straw litter, cut heather, cut furze branches, etc. , or cut fern bracken
resting on pea sticks (cut fern used by itself lies too wet and is apt to rot the young growths). I he
advantage of this light covering is that it keeps the surface soil sweet by preventing the heavy autumnal
rains from beating down the earth’s crust ; it also protects any early top growth.
Lifting and Replanting.— When bulbs are lifted they should not, if possible, be replanted on the
same ground, but where other bulbs or plants have previously been growing : thus, where Tulips have
been growing last season, plant Narcissi this autumn, and so on.
Culture for Spring-flowering Bulbs in Pots or Boxes.
Time of Potting.— From the middle of September to the middle of October is the best month for
potting Spring-flowering bulbs.
The best compost to use is a mixture of two-thirds good fibrous loam (which should be pulled
to pieces by the hand and not passed through a sieve , so as to retain in the soil as much old roert hbre
as possible), and one-third old decayed leaf soil, with a sprinkling of sharp silver sand, adding I* lbs.
of bone meal or i lb. of Phytobroma (see page 92) to every bushel of soil, which mix well together before
using. Never pot in soil that is wet or sticky.
The pots should be carefully washed or wiped clean before using. Never pot in dirty or wet pots.
Good drainage should be secured by placing three or more pieces of broken crocks over the
drainage hole, placing the crocks with bevelled sides uppermost, and then covering with a little rough
fibre from the loam. When boxes are used, the slit at bottom of box should be covered with crocks,
and a good layer of rough fibrous loam placed at bottom of box, or a layer of leaf soil to ensure
perfect drainage.
Covering the Bulbs.— The larger bulbs should be only half covered with soil, the level of which
should be half an inch below the rim of the pot, to allow of watering when the bulbs are m growth^
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
CULTURE OF BULBS IN POTS OR BOXES— continued.
After potting, stand the pots or boxes outside in the open, under a north wall by preference,
on a firm bottom such as a bed of ashes or a gravel path to prevent the entrance of worms. Then cover
with Cocoa Fibre, ashes, or old decayed leaf soil, pressing down the covering material in between the pots,
which should be completely buried to a depth of 3 to 4 inches from the top. This will secure a natural
and moist condition to the bulbs and encourage root action. So long as the pots are plunged in the open
they will require no watering.
The pots or boxes should remain plunged for a period of not less than twelve weeks, in
order that the bulbs may get well rooted, after which portions may be removed indoors in succession,
selecting first those which bloom naturally early. Place first in a cold frame, cool greenhouse, or cold
sitting-room free from draughts, and keep partially shaded for a few days, giving water gradually.
Very weak liquid manure-water may then be given once a week until they come into bloom. Those that
are wanted in bloom early may, after the flower buds are advanced, be placed in a warmer temperature,
such as a slow forcing-house, but this should never exceed 65° if fine blooms are desired. The plants
should always be kept as near to the glass as possible and not allowed to get drawn, from an insufficient
supply of light or air. On no account should bottom heat be given. A frequent mistake made in forcing
bulbs is that they are removed from the plunging-bed too early, before they have made a sufficient quantity
of fibrous roots. They are then at once subjected to heat, and failure is the result. It is a good plan,
when bulbs are removed from the plunging-bed, to place an inverted flower-pot over them for a day or
two to prevent any check from draughts to the young top growths.
Pot-Culture of Early Gladioli, Ixias, Sparaxis, Tritonias, Babianas, Calochorti, etc.
These bulbs start early into growth and therefore should not be potted up before the end of October
to November. The pots should be plunged up to the rim only (not covered) in a cold frame, or under a
south wall, for about three months, after which the treatment is similar to that for Spring-flowering bulbs.
Culture of Spring-Flowering Bulbs in Vases and Bowls.
Such as Hyacinths, Tulips, Daffodils, Crocuses, Scillas, Chlonodoxas, Snowdrops, etc.
A charming effect can be obtained by growing spring- flowering bulbs in fancy vases and bowls, with
or without drainage, by simply using our specially prepared Fertilised Cocoa Fibre and Charcoal Mixture
(3s. 6 d. per bushel, Ii. per peck) ; the mixture is light, clean, and nice to handle, and remains sweet (an
important matter where the vases used have no drainage holes) ; indeed, it is in every way preferable to
potting soil for flowering Daffodils and other bulbs in fancy bowls and vases.
Culture. — Fill the vase or bowl with the Cocoa Fibre
Mixture and plant the bulbs in the same manner as with
ordinary potting soil ; the larger bulbs should be about half
covered, and the smaller ones only just covered. When potting,
fill the vase with the mixture up to a little below the rim, so
as to allow sufficient space for watering. Pot firmly. After
potting, give sufficient water to make the whole moderately
damp. The vases may be then either placed in a cold frame
and plunged in cocoa fibre for twelve weeks, or they may be
placed in a dark cupboard or cool airy cellar until they have
made a few inches of top growth. They should then be placed
in the window of a cool airy sitting-room or in a cool green-
house close to the glass, and flowered in the same way as pot
Hyacinths, being always kept as near to the glass as possible,
and given sufficient light and air to prevent the foliage from
becoming drawn. When the flower buds are advanced, they
may be removed to a warmer temperature, such as a slow
forcing-house or warmer sitting-room, still being given as much
light as possible. No bottom heat must ever be given, neither
should they be placed in too warm a temperature until the
flower buds are well developed. Once the bulbs have started
to make good growth, the mixture should be kept moist, but
water must be given sparingly until the bulbs have made some
inches of top growth.
SPECIAL FANCY YASES AND BOWLS
for growing Daffodils and other bulbs in.
Si in. dia., 2/- ; 7 in. dia., 3/- each.
S| in. dia., 2/- ; 7 in. dia., 3/- each.
Barr s Fertilised Fibre and Charcoal Mixture, for growing
3/6 per bushel ; 1/- per peck (bags free).
BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covent Garden, London.
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Barr’s Famous “Covent Garden 1
Collections of Bulbs.
These Collections are not subject to Cash Discount, the prices being strictly nett.
In the case of Prepaid Orders, however, we deliver the Collections Carriage Paid .
{After November i zve may find it necessary to make slight changes in the Collections.)
(A) BARR’S 21/- COLLECTION of BULBS for FORCING.
Contains 309 Bulbs of fine quality, as follows :
12 Choice Named Hyacinths
12 Early White Roman Hyacinths
3 „ Blush „ „
3 „ Azure „ „
6 Double Roman Narcissi
6 Paper White “Early Snow-
flake” Narcissi
3 Polyanthus Narcissus “ Grand
Soleil d’Or”
3 „ „ Grand Monarque
20 Sweet-scented Single Jonquils
3 Daffodil Golden Spur
3 „ P. R. Barr
3 „ bicolor Horsfleldli
3 „ Queen of Spain
3 „ Telamonius plenus
12 „ poetlcus ornatus
12 Single Tulip, Early Scarlet,
“Due Van Thol”
6 „ „ Chrysolora
6 Single Tulip, Cottage Maid
6 „ „ Kelzerskroon
6 Double „ Tournesol
60 Splendid (Named) Crocuses
26 Scllla siblrlca
60 Elwes’ Giant Snowdrop
12 Chlonodoxa Luclllse
12 „ sardensls
12 Allium neapolitanum
12 Freesia mixed hybrids
(A) Barr’s Collections of Bulbs for Forcing, 42/-, 63/-, 84/-, and 105/-,
Containing equally liberal assortments of suitable Bulbs of fine quality, as in the 21/- Collection.
(B) BARR’S 21/- COLLECTION of BULBS for the
GREENHOUSE, SITTING-ROOM, etc.
Containing 300 Bulbs of fine quality.
Arranged for those who prefer a few sorts only of easily
cultivated fVinter-
20 Choice Named Hyacinths
6 Early White Roman Hyacinths
3 Polyanthus Narcissus Grand
Monarque
3 „ „“Scilly Isles” White
3 „ „ Grand Soleil d’Or
26 Sweet-BCented Single Jonquils
3 Daffodil Golden Spur
3 Daffodil Emperor
6 „ bicolor Empress
3 „ Queen of Spain
3 „ Telamonius plenus
6 „ poetlcus ornatus
6 Single Tulip Chrysolora
6 „ „ Dusart
6 „ „ Princess Marianne
and Spring-flowering Bulbs.
6 Single Tulip Van Vondel
6 Double „ Tournesol
100 Splendid Crocuses (Named)
26 Scilla sibirica
12 Chlonodoxa Luclllse
12 „ sardensls
26 Elwes’ Giant Snowdrop
12 Milla uniftora
(B) Barr’s 12/6 Collection of Bulbs for Greenhouse, etc.
Containing about half the quantity of Bulbs as in the 21/- Collection.
(B) Barr’s Collections of Bulbs for Greenhouses, etc., 42/-, 63/-, 84/,- and 105/-,
Containing equally liberal assortments of suitable Bulbs of fine quality, as in the 21/- Collection.
SST For directions as to potting and treatment of bulbs before they are brought into the greenhouse, or forcing-house, seepage t.
(C) BARR’S 21/- COLLECTION of BULBS for the
FLOWER GARDEN,
Containing 600 Bulbs of fine quality, most suitable for outdoor decoration.
26 Hyacinths, Barr’s Rainbow
Mixture, Large-flowered
6 Polyanthus Narcissi
6 Daffodil Queen of Spain
6 „ princeps IBess
6 „ lncomparabilis Queen
6 „ „ Sir Watkln
6 „ Barrli consplcuus
6 „ Leedsii amabilis
6 „ poetlcus ornatus
12 Jonquil Daffodil "Rugulosus”
26 Single Tulips, Barr’s Rainbow
Mixture [Mixture
26 Double Tulips, Barr’s Rainbow
60 Crocus, large yellow
60 „ „ blue
60 „ „ white
60 Snowdrops
10 Scilla sibirica
12 Chlonodoxa Luclllse
12 „ sardensls
24 Winter Aconites
12 Blue Grape Hyacinth
10 Allium Moly, yellow
26 Star of Bethlehem
26 Wood Hyacinths, mixed
18 Milla uniflora
26 Summer Snowflakes
12 Fritillaria, mixed
25 Spanish Irises, mixed
12 English Irises, mixed
60 Anemone, Large flowered,
Single, mixed
(C) Barr’s 12/6 Collection of Bulbs for Flower Garden,
Containing half the quantity of the Bulbs enumerated in the above 21/- Collection.
(C) Barr’s Collections of Bulbs for Flower Garden, 42/-, 63/-, 84/-, and 105/-,
Containing an equally liberal assortment of suitable Bulbs of fine quality, as in the 21/- Collection.
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
(D) BARR’S “WOODLAND” 21/- COLLECTION of BULBS
For Naturalising: In Woodlands, Orchards, Wild Gardens, &e.
Containing 800 suitable Bulbs of fine quality.
200 Daffodils, In 10 named varie-
ties
25 Cottage Tulips, mixed
50 Winter Aconites
50 Star of Bethlehem, white
26 Blue Starch Hyacinth
150 Crocuses, mixed
60 Wood Hyacinths, mixed
76 Elwes’ Giant Snowdrops
26 Summer Snowflakes
25 Dog’s-Tooth Violets, mixed
15 Blue Apennlne Anemones
60 MUla uniflora (Tritelela)
26 Allium Moly, yellow
12 Snakeshead Fritillarles
5 Camassia esculenta
6 Crown Imperials, mixed
3 Llllum candldum ( Madonna
Lily)
3 „ croceum (Orange Lily)
3 „ pyrenalcum, yellow
(D) Barr’s 126 “Woodland” Collection of Bulbs,
Containing about half the quantity of the Bulbs enumerated in the above 21/- Collection.
(D) Barr’s “Woodland” Collections of Bulbs, 42/-, 63/-, 84/-, and 105/-,
Containing an equally liberal assortment of suitable Bulbs of fine quality, as in the 21/- Collection.
tdf- For hints on naturalising Bulbs and how to plant in grass without spoiling the
turf, see pages 9 and 10 .
(E) BARR’S “ROCK GARDEN” 21/- COLLECTION of BULBS
Consisting: of charming’ little
Subjects for Naturalising on Roekwork, Banks, &c.,
where they will soon establish themselves and form a delightful picture.
12 Allium Moly
12 „ neapolltanum
6 „ triquetrum
6 Anemone fulgens
12 „ apennlna
3 Bloomeria aurea
12 Brodisea grandiflora
18 Chionodoxa Luclllse
12 „ sardensis
6 Crocus asturlcus
6 „ satlvus
12 „ speciosus
6 „ aureus striatus
For full descriptions, see body of Ca
6 Crocus biflorus argenteus
12 „ Suslanus
3 Corydalls bulhosa
12 Erythronlum dens canls,
mixed
6 Fritillaria meleagrls, mixed
25 Galanthus Elwesil
6 Hyacinthus amethystlnus
3 Iris perslca
3 „ reticulata
12 Leucojum vernum
12 Milla uniflora
6 Muscart Heavenly Blue
6 „ botryoides pallidum
6 Daffodil nanus
12 Ornithogalum umbellatum
splendens
6 Puschklnla Ubanotlca
compacta
6 Romulea speciosa
12 Scilla siblrica
12 „ bifolia
6 „ hlspanica
6 „ „ alba
6 Stembergla lutea
6 Tullpa perslca
25 Winter Aconites
2 Tropseolum polyphyllum
(E) Barr’s “Rock Garden” 12/6 Collection of Bulbs,
Containing about half the quantity of Bulbs as in the 21/- Collection.
(F) BARR’S CHOICE
Consisting of choice little
“ALPINE GARDEN” 21/- COLLECTION
of BULBS.
Subjects In Bulbous Plants, suitable for the Alpine Garden.
3 Anemone stellata, “White Gem”
3 „ blanda
3 „ ranunculoides
3 „ nemorosa bracteata
fl. pi.
3 „ „ Robinsonlana
3 Brodisea Murrayana
3 Calochortus, mixed (Butterfly
Tulips)
„ pulchellus
Chionodoxa gigantea
Corydalls bulbosa
Crocus pulchellus
„ speciosus
„ zonatus
„ Imperatl
3 Crocus Suslanus
3 „ Tommaslnlanus
3 Erythronlum giganteum
3 „ Hendersonl
3 Fritillaria armena
3 „ aurea
6 Galanthus Ikarise
6 Hyacinthus amethystlnus
3 Iris alata.
3 „ reticulata
3 „ Galatica.
3 „ tuberosa.
6 Leucojum vernum carpathl-
cum
6 Muscarl Heavenly Blue
6 „ botryoides album
3 Daffodil Bulbocodium
citrinum
3 „ cyclamineus
3 „ minimus
3 „ triandrus albus
3 Puschklnia llbanotlca
3 Romulea Clusil
3 Scilla fibirica taurica
3 „ „ alba
3 „ verna
3 „ autumnalls japonica
3 Stembergla lutea major
2 Tropaeolum polyphyllum
3 Tullpa Cluslana
3 „ perslca
(F) Barr’s Choice “Alpine Carden” 12/6 Collection of Bulbs,
Containing about half the quantity ot Bulbs as in the 21/- collection.
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BARR’S NOVELTIES AND SPECIALITIES, Autumn, 1906.
A Few Fine Novelties and Specialities
IN BULBS AND TUBERS, Etc., FOR 1906.
each— s.
AQAPANTHUS
St. Pauli, bearing on stems 2 to 2.} ft. high large umbels of pure white flowers about the
size of A. Mooreanus ; a charming plant for pots or tubs, etc 7
Weillighi, a handsome new species of African Lily, with fine heads of lavender-coloured
flowers having indigo-blue line up the petals and a broad indigo-blue margin, ht. 3 ft 4
AMARYLLIS
Belladonna, purpurea maxima, a remarkably beautiful Belladonna Lily , bearing
handsome bold umbels of large soft rose flowers, 9 to 10 on an umbel, delicately hyacinth-
scented; it flowers 2 to 3 weeks before the Belladonna Lily, ht. 3 ft per doz. 16/- 1
ANEMONE
apennina fl. pi., a very pretty double-flowering form of this beautiful Anemone, flowers
pale blue, fully double, lasting a long time, ht. J ft per doz. 7/6
“St. Brigid,” an extra fine strain, of these lovely Poppy Anemones, flowers very large,
mostly semi-double, with finely divided petals, and of the most brilliant and varied shades
of colour, all having a handsome blue-black central boss ; very graceful in habit, ht. 1 ft.
per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6
ANEMONE pulsatilla alba, a pure white variety of the beautiful Pasque Flower;
a charming plant to naturalise on rockwork per doz. 10/6
ARUM aristatum, a dainty little Dragon Arum with brilliant red spatlie and blackish
spadix, pleasantly scented ; this Arum, like the Monarch of the East, may be flowered in a
dry state without the aid of soil or water per doz. 7/6
ASTILBE chinensis Davidii, a very handsome new Chinese hardy border perennial,
producing large plumes of handsome rich crimson-purple flowers with violet anthers, ht. 3 to
5 ft. First-Class Certificate R.H.S., August 1902 per doz. 25/-
CALOCHORTUS Venustus- Eldorado strain, a new race of the lovely Butterfly
Tulips of tall sturdy growth, from to 2 ft. in lit., flowers varying greatly in shade— from
white and cream to lilac, deep velvety purple and rosy purple, red, pink, and salmon, all
having the centre exquisitely blotched and speckled soft brown and golden-yellow, while
some have a beautiful golden blotch on eo.ch petal. Award of Merit R.H.S. {For
full Cultural Notes and Illustration see page t8.)
Mixed Beautiful Shades, in great variety per too, 12/6; per doz. 1/9
COLCHICUM giganteum, a grand Meadow Saffron from the Zigana Dagh (Gipsy
Mountain), bearing immense expanded flowers of a beautiful soft rose shading to white at
base, remarkably handsome. (See coloured plate in “ Flora and Sylva," June 1903)
per doz. 167-
CYCLAMEN
New Large-flowered Crested Varieties, flowers remarkably beautiful, all
having an elegant feathered crest. Colours white, rose, mauve, and white with rose eye
each variety, per doz. 24/- & 30/- ; each 2/3 &
New “ Papilio” or Butterfly Cyclamen, a very beautiful race; flowers large
and graceful ; all elegantly fringed. Colours white, ro-c, red, mauve, and white with rose eye
each variety, per doz. 24/- & 30/- ; each 2/3 &
CYRTANTHUS
angustifolius grand iflorus, the finest of all the Cyrtanthi of the Monella section,
and a handsome greenhouse plant for autumn flowering ; it produces spikes to 2 fl. high,
bearing umbels of 12 to 15 flowers, of a brilliant orange-scarlet
Marian, an elegant hybrid between C. lutescens and a form of C. angustifolius, producing
freely spikes a foot long, bearing fine heads of curved flowers yellow and bright red ; a fine
greenhouse plant. Award of Merit R.H.S., April 5th, 1904
DEUTZIA gracilis carminea, a remarkably pretty new variety, flowers being of a
delicate rose with deep carmine reverse
ERYTHRONIUM californicum (syn. giganteum), a remarkably graceful ar.d beautiful
American Dog’s Tooth Violet. {See page 27 for description ) per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6
< „ „ A few very large roots „ 30/-; ,, 4/-
“ White Beauty,” a lovely new variety of E. giganteum, bearing freely large creamy
white flowers of good substance, with yellow central zone, foliage the most richly mottled of
all the Erythroniums i per 100, 17/6 ; per doz. 2/6
EUR CLES Cunninghami (The Brisbane Lily), a handsome stove or warm
greenhouse bulbous plant allied to the Pancratium , with handsome broad foliage and large
jads of pure white flowers, ht. 1 ft. Pot up in February and place in bottom heat, giving
abundance of water while the plants are in growth per doz. 21/-
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FREESIA Armstrong^, the Pink Freesia, flowers pretty bright rosy carmine with s - d
white centre and yellow throat, very free flowering per doz. 42/- 4 o
Chapman ii, a beautiful new hybrid Freesia, a cross between F. aurea and F. refracta
alba , bearing flowers nearly the size of F. refracta alba , and varying from primrose to canary
with golden shading and brilliant orange blotch, delicately fragrant 3 6
refracta alba, The true Pure White variety, bearing sprays of deliciously scented
snowy white flowers, highly prized for cutting, 1 ft. ( The bulbs of this variety are a little
smaller than the common F. refracta , but they produce more bloom and give greater
satisfaction),...., per 100, 6/6; per doz. j/- —
Tubergeni (F. refracta alba, true, x F. Armstrongi), a lovely new hybrid with flowers
the size of Freesia refracta alba , of a delicate rose-lilac shade with white throat and base of
tube bronzy gold, deliciously scented 5 6
GERBERA Jamesoni (Barberton Daisy), a very handsome plant from South Africa,
bearing large showy flowers, resembling giant daisies, colour fiery orange-scarlet. Suitable
for very hot sheltered sunny gardens, or may be grown as a cool greenhouse plant.
per doz. 25/- & 36/- ; 2/6 & 3 6
GLADIOLUS princeps, the largest-flowered and perhaps the most showy Gladiolus ever
raised. The flowers are of great size, very open, and beautifully formed, colour brilliant
deep scarlet with white stripe down centre of petal ; remarkably effective in the flower-border
per doz. 15/- 1 6
GLORIOSA Leopoldi, a fine new Glory Lily from the Congo, producing an abundance of
beautiful self-golden-yellow flowers ; a grand stove climber to 6
HELONIOPSIS breviscapa, a charming little plant introduced by us from Japan, pro-
ducing out-of-doors in February and March sturdy little spikes 4 in. high studded with
dainty white flowers passing off rose; it delights in a half-shady situation. Award of
Merit R.H.S. See coloured plate in “ The Garden," fitly 22nd, 1905 2 6
HEPATICA
Double White, a rare and beautiful variety with pure white very double flowers.
First-Class Certificate B.H.S 5
Double Blue, a favourite old garden plant, but scarce
HYMENOCALLIS
amancxs, the Golden-Yellow Peruvian Daffodil, a rare and handsome
greenhouse bulbous plant, ht. 1 5 to 2 ft
INCARVILLEA
Delavayi, a lovely hardy Chinese plant with gracefully cut foliage, and producing in
early summer sturdy spikes of large Gloxinia-like flowers ranging from brilliant rose to rose-
carmine, with golden-yellow throat, ht. 2/ to 3 ft. It likes a sunny situation
per 100, 55/- ; per doz. 7/6
grandiflora, flowers a little larger than those of I. Delavayi and deeper in colour, deep
rose to carmine with golden-yellow throat, beautiful, ht. 2 ft
IRIS
galatica, a very pretty species allied to Iris persica, having silvery grey standards shaded
porcelain and falls blotched purple ; charming on rockwork per 100, 2l/- ; per doz. 3/-
lupceng, a handsome hybrid raised by Sir Michael Foster from I. lupina and I. Cengialti,
flowers large with lavender-purple standards and falls, elegantly waved at margin
Monspur, beautiful new tall hybrid Irises, specially adapted for the water’s side. Seepage 46.
pur-sind, a pretty free-blooming hybrid of /. persica
put puna and /. Sittdjarensis, producing dwarf plants
covered with rosy purple flowers shaded blue, ht. 4 to
5 in. ; charming in pots or on rockwork... per doz. 15/-
Sibirica. Blue King, a very handsome new variety
from Japan, having large and well-formed flowers of a
fine clear blue, free bloomer and equally good for flower
border or water’s side, ht. 3 ft per doz. 7/6
sibirica Snow Queen an exquisite new hardylris,
flowers of a snowy whiteness large and well formed,
produced in great abundance, foliage light and graceful,
ht. 3 ft.; agent for flower border or water’s side. Award
of Merit R.H.S., June 24th, 1902 per doz. 15/-
persica Heldreichi (syn. stenophylla),
the most beautiful of the Persica section of Irises.
The flowers are of a lovely lavender shade, with velvety
violet falls reticulated white on the upper part, and
with yellow crest, ht. 4 in. First-Class Certificate
R.H.S. This lovely Iris should be freely grown in pots
and pans for indoor decoration, as well as in the rock
iris persica heldreichi garden, associated with the Winter Aconite, etc.
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IRIS — continued.
NEW REGELIO-CYCLUS IRISES, a lovely new race of Irises, being the result'd
crosses between the Regelia and Oncocyclus sections. They caused a great sensation at the
Royal Horticultural Society’s Show, May 17th, 1904, where several were awarded certificates.
These Irises have proven to be of easy culture.
Artemis, large flower, with bold standards of a violet-purple profusely veined, falls densely
lined violet-purple on white, and having a dark velvety blotch. Ist-ClassCertificate R.H.S.
Charon, the finest of all , having a large handsome flower with standards claret-brown
shaded bronzy yellow at margin, falls finely lined velvety brown on a bronzy yellow ground.
First-Class Certificate R.H.S
Eos, standards light purplish rose, falls shaded and reticulated velvety brown on a cream-
coloured ground. Award of Merit R.H.S
Hecate, flower large, standards pale purple, finely lined, falls beautifully reticulated on a
cream-coloured ground and heavily shaded velvety reddish brown. Award of Merit R.H.S.,
May 15 th, 1906
Iphigenia, large broad standards, bright purple with fine dark lines, falls heavily shaded
and veined velvety brown-purple on a creamy ground, blotched velvety purple-black. First-
Class Certificate R.H.S
Penelope, standards silvery pale purple finely reticulated, falls deeply veined purple on a
white ground, large and very beautiful
Psyche, flower large and beautiful, finely lined purple on a cream-coloured ground and with
a velvety crimson-black blotch. Award of Merit R.H.S
Thalia, standards and falls beautifully veined violet on a white ground, and having a dark
velvety purple blotch and beard
LACHENALIA “Cowslip,” a very handsome new Lachenalia raised by an amateur in
Australia. It produces a fine spike of large rich golden bells with rosy scarlet shading at
top, while the expanded mouth is deeply margined maroon, foliage broad, stem spotted
maroon, very pretty, ht. 9 in
LILIUM
U U rat U m giganteu m , a giant form of Liliutn auratum platyphyllum , bearing grand
spikes of very large flowers with broad white petals spotted crimson, foliage broad and
handsome, ht. 6 to 10 ft ...strong bulbs , p. doz. 30/- ; extra strong bulbs, p. doz. 38/- ; ea. 2/9 &
candid um (The Madonna Lily) a feiv monster bulbs, per too, 55/- ; per doz. 7/6
,, „ ,, very large bulbs „ 35/-; „ 5/.
candidum speciosum, a remarkably robust- growing variety, with very thick blackish
purple stems well clothed with foliage, growing 5 to 6 ft. high, and bearingabout 20 to 25 flowers,
sometimes more. It blooms later than the ordinary L. candidum. A very handsome
Lily for borders, scarce strong bulbs, per doz. 12/6
longiflorum, from the Azores, producing very freely long handsome trumpet-
shaped flowers of a snowy white, of graceful habit, ht. 3 ft. ; a splendid Lily for early
forcing. Bulbs supplied from September to November 1 per doz. 12/-
pardalinum Burbank’s Hybrids, very fine hybrids raised by Mr. Luther
Burbank between L. pardalinum and L. Humboldti, producing robust-growing plants with
heads of handsome flowers varying from clear orange to orange with crimson tips, all
beautifully spotted per doz. 25/-
pardalinum “ Red Giant,” a remarkably fine new Lily selected from hybrids raised
by Air. Luther Burbank ; it is a very strong grower, bearing in July heads of blood-crimson
flowers shaded red towards centre and profusely spotted dark maroon, remarkably effective...
LISSOCHILI from the Transvaal, beautiful terrestrial orchids collected on the open
veldt in the Transvaal, and comprising different varieties, white and rose, yellow, and inter-
mediate tints, all beautiful. Culture as for Nerines is recommended, the roots being kept
dry except when in growth Fine tufts, per doz. 30/-
MONTBRETIAS - Beautiful New Hybrids, most elegant border or pot plants, bear-
ing in August spikes of most gorgeously coloured flowers. (For general collection see page 60)
Anneau d’Or, bearing grand broad-petalled flowers measuring over 2 inches across, brilliant
orange-yellow with velvety purple base and light yellow centre, buds rich dark red
Congo, flowers a very rich dark orange-red, remarkably handsome, per 100, 35/- ; per doz. 5/-
Lothario, flowers a very brilliant apricot-yellow with orange-red, bright and attractive
T rag6die, perhaps the darkest coloured of all Montbretias and remarkably effective,
flowers broad petalled, rich deep orange, the lower half maroon-purple, buds almost black
shaded orange at apex, ht. 25 to 3 ft
MUSCARI
“ Heavenly Blue,” the most beautiful of all Starch and Grape Hyacinths, and one of the
loveliest blue flowers of spring Extra large bulbs, per 100, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/3
Masseyanum, a very distinct new Tassel-Hyacinth with bright rosy coloured flowers...
NERINE
Bowdeni, a new species from Cape Colony, and the finest of the section. It bears large
umbels of flowers 3 to 4 inches across ; pink with a dark rose-coloured line running down
each petal. Award of Merit R.H.S
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NERINE — continued. each,
flexuosa alba, a rare and beautiful bulbous plant, bearing an umbel o! about twelve
snowy white flowers, with elegantly undulated and recurving petals, ht. 2 ft. ; a fine subject
for pot-culture in cool greenhouse, or to plant out of doors under a south wall. Awarded
a Botanical Certificate R.H.S., October 21 st, 1902 per doz. 30/-
marginata, a beautiful showy species from the south-western part of Cape Colony, bearing
an umbel of 10 to 20 bright scarlet flowers ; a fine greenhouse plant per doz. 36/-
pancratioides, a remarkable species from Natal, with long slender leaves and tall spikes
of blush-white flowers with rudimentary corona
Beautiful New Hybrids of rare crosses, and varying in colour from pink to dark
crimson, ht. 18 in per doz. 307-
RANUNCULUS, Single Scarlet from Palestine, a beautiful single -flowered variety
found wild in Palestine and bearing brilliant scarlet flowers ; a very showy plant for beds and
flower borders per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3
RICHARDIA Mrs. Roosevelt, a handsome new variety with flowers as large as
Elliottiana , but of a beautiful delicate pale primrose, with yellow spadix and slight violet blotch
in centre, foliage rich deep green freely blotched silvery white, a strong grower. Award of
Merit R.H.S., July 10 th, 1908 Large roots
SPIR/EA Aruncus KneifFii, a very graceful new variety of the Goat’s Beard, with
elegant finely divided foliage and plumes of dainty white flowers ; it has not the very strong
rampant habit of other Spiraas, and should only be planted in the choicer parts of the
garden, ht. 2 ft per doz. 15/-
THALICTRUM Dela.va.yi, a lovely new Meadow Rue from China, with dwarf Maidenhair-
Fern-like foliage, from which rise slender spikes with panicles of soft lilac-blue flowers,
ht. 2 ft. Award of Merit R.H S
TULIPS — New Cottage Tulips and species. Mostly May-flowering.
Beauty, flowers rich golden-yellow, lightly flamed red at margin, anthers black, very showy,
ht. 18 in per doz. 5/6
Ellen Willmott, a beautiful new Tulip with large and very long flowers of elegant form,
delicate canary-yellow, shaded chrome on the outer petals ; good for forcing per doz. 17/6
Feu Ardent, large bold flower, dark glossy orange-scarlet shading to maroon, very hand-
some, ht. 18 in
Fosteriana, a grand Tulip from Bokhara, having immense flowers of a gorgeous glowing
scarlet, with centre either yellow or yellow and maroon. First-Class Certificate,
May 1 st, 1908
Inglescombe Yellow, may be called a Yellow Darwin Tulip, large globular flowers
ot perfect form of a glossy canary-yellow, a remarkably beautiful flower, ht. 18 in. Award
of Merit R.H.S., May 15 th, 1906 per doz. tS/-
Kroeschel, very large handsome globular flower, dark scarlet, heavily flamed golden-yellow
and orange-red, ht. 20 in per doz. 10/6
Louis XIV., globular flower of immense size, with broad petals rich purple heavily flushed
at margin a golden-bronze, inside golden-bronze shading to bronzy purple, very tall and
stately ; a remarkably handsome flower per doz. 32/6
Mrs. Kerrell, a flower of elegant form with pointed petals, the three outer ones slightly
reflexing, colour a beautiful light rose with delicate amber tinge, centre white bordered
electric-blue, very scarce
Primrose Beauty, a very beautiful new Cottage Tulip, with elegantly formed flowers,
opening a delicate soft primrose and passing off a cream colour, delicately scented like Tea
Roses; forces well per doz. 8/6
Quaintness, large handsome long flowers, inside shaded mahogany on a dark golden
ground, outside flushed deep rose, very distinct. Award of Merit R.H.S., 1908
Rose Beauty, handsome broad foliage and large bold flowers with broad petals, rich brilliant
rose with large snowy white centre margined rich blue, very striking, ht. 35 in. ...per doz. 24/-
Rose Doree, flower of elegant pitcher form, rose shading to orange and amber, presenting
quite an art shade, delicately scented per doz. 21/-
Salmon Prince, a very beautiful Tulip with fine globular flowers, apricot-orange, shaded
gold, very showy, ht. 24 in.... per too, 75/- ; per doz. 10/6
Scarlet Emperor, a very fine bold flower of a brilliant glowing scarlet, with rich clear
yellow centre and black anthers First-Class Certificate R.H.S., May 17 th, 1904 . per doz. 21/-
Turenne, a flower of immense size, purple broadly margined amber, inside amber shaded
reddish brown, very stately, ht. 25 in per doz. 10/6
Walter T. Ware, a grand Tulip and the richest deep golden of all, flowers globular,
with broad petals, the three outer ones reflexing at the top, very beautiful. A wonderful
lasting Tulip, ht. 18 in. Award of Merit R.H.S., May 15 th, 1936 , only a few bulbs for sate
Water Lily, a tall handsome Tulip with very large solid white flowers with spreading petals,
resembling a IVa/er Lily , scarce
Yellow Emperor, pure yellow flowers developing to a great size, with broad petals, the
three inner ones globular, outer ones reflexing, delicately scented per doz. 21/-
TULIP, Early Single “ Brilliant Star,” a grand showy early Tulip; fliwers rich
dazzling scarlet with large yellow centre marked blrck, ht. 12 in per doz. 18/-
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Hardy Bulbs and Plants.
Fop extensive planting- in Shrubberies, Wild Gardens,
Woodlands, Grass Lands, etc.
MUSCAR1 " HEAVENLY BLUE” ESTABLISHED ON A HEDGE BANK AT OUR SURBITON NURSERIES.
A Few Remarks on Naturalising Bulbs in Grass, etc.
This fascinating phase of gardening deserves more attention than has hitherto been bestowed upon it.
No sight is more delightful than the fresh brightness of spring- flowers growing freely in grass land or
lending colour to woodland walks, hedgerows, and ditches, here and there nestling at the foot of trees,
or establishing themselves on sloping banks.
For naturalising in grass spring flowers are especially suitable, as they bloom and are over before the
grass grows tall enough to hide their beauty. Amongst our spring-flowering bulbs there are many gems
which refuse to grow in cultivated borders, but when planted in grass, where they enjoy a cooler and
more even temperature, they soon become established, and multiply freely until a regular colony is
formed which greatly adds to the charm of the landscape.
All formality of arrangement should be avoided, the bulbs being scattered freely from the hand and
planted where they fall. Large irregular breaks of one kind of bulb should be made in order to obtain
the finest effect.
In planting under trees select spots where the soil is deepest and where the drip is least.
Those whose gardens are of limited size might make them very beautiful in spring, by utilising the
fringes of their lawns and any grassy mounds or shady shrubbery walks for such spring favourites as
Daffodils, Anemones, Scillas, Crocuses, Chionodoxas, etc., reserving the borders for summer- and autumn-
flowering herbaceous plants.
In large gardens and parks ample opportunities are afforded for naturalising spring-flowering bulbs,
and very beautiful results may be attained in this way.
In planting bulbs in grass Barr’s Bulb Planter (see /age 91), should always be used. It cuts out
a clean piece of turf, leaving a hole to receive the bulb, and on making the second cutting clears itself
of the first piece of turf, which lies ready at hand for covering the bulb. This handy implement saves an
immense amount of lime, and does not, as with an ordinary dibber, leave a hard resting-place for the bulb
while by its use the grass is not in the least disturbed. Planting should not take place while the ground s
hard, but after the first autumn rains.
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BULBS AND PLANTS FOR EXTENSIVE PLANTING — continued.
Among the many gems which lend themselves to wild gardening and naturalising, we would specially
mention the following : —
Wood Anemones (see page 14), including the exquisite Anemone Robinsoniana and the deeper
blue and slightly taller Anemone apennina and blanda ; one must see these lovely flowers nestling
in grass or against the roots of large trees, to appreciate them fully.
Alliums ( page 12). Amongst these we would mention Allium Moly , with its bright yellow flowers,
thriving anywhere ; also the graceful little Allium neapolitanum, so useful for shady corners.
Anthericums {page to), very graceful and decorative in grass.
Asphodelus luteus and ramosus ( page 11), two fine plants for naturalising in grass.
Ornithogalums (page 64), flowering freely anywhere, and producing a very beautiful effect when
dibbled in on banks and blended with Tulips, Muscaris, etc.
Tulips. These may often be naturalised on banks where, in the same locality, if planted on the level
they die out. Tulipa sylvestris and the dainty little Tulipa persica may be naturalised almost any-
where ; the May-flowering Cottage Tulips (page 78) should be freely used for naturalising,
especially Picotee , Parisian Yellow , tnaerospila, Gesneriana, Bouton d'or, etc. Plant at least 6 to
9 inches deep. All Tulips thrive best in partial shade and where sheltered from keen winds.
Wood Hyacinths (Late Scillas) (page 68) should be planted freely in shady walks ; they soon
make themselves at home and seed plentifully, with the result of much beautiful variation in form
and character. Under pine and fir trees they may be naturalised with success.
Fritillaries (page 28). The purple and white Snakeshead Fritillaries (F. meleagris ) are found growing
wild in a few districts in England, and thus seen form a charming picture, full of grace and beauty.
For shady corners they will be greatly appreciated, also when naturalised in grass.
Dog’S Tooth Violets (Erythronium dens-canis, page 26) are lovely little subjects for shady
places where the grass is not too rank.
Crocuses. In grass the bright fresh colours of spring Crocuses contrast charmingly with their carpet
of green. The beauty of C. speciosus (page 24) in September must strike every observer, while
C. Tomtnasinianus (page 24) produces a lovely effect in February and March.
Chionodoxas (page 20) are amongst the most beautiful of early blue flowers, and should be largely
used where the grass is kept short and not allowed to grow too coarse. C. Lucilue and s ardensis are
followed by the beautiful C. grandijlora and Tmolusii.
Scillas, early-flowering, such as sibirica, sibirica alba, bifolia, amana, etc., all charming little
subjects for naturalising.
Muscari (page 61) “Heavenly Blue” may be termed the Queen of Blue Flowers; for a distant
effect, massed on grassy banks or grouped for colour, it has no equal. M. botryoides ccentleum and
its varieties, flowering earlier than Heavenly Blue, are also charming little subjects to naturalise.
Daffodils. For these favourite flowers, we refer readers to our Daffodil Catalogue.
System of Planting, Arranging, etc.
In the grouping of Bulbs for naturalisation avoid anything approaching formality, and let the arrange-
ment be a free and unconventional one. A good plan is to scatter the bulbs loosely from the hand and
plant them where they happen to fall, thus forming irregular sweeps and breaks of colour here and there.
The System of Planting. — For planting bulbs in grass we have had a Bulb Planter specially
made, and by its use much time is saved and the turf is not spoilt. Particulars as to its use are given on
page 9. In shrubbery borders and in hard ground our special Bulb Dibber should always be used, the
planting taking place after the first autumn rains ; a hole is made the requisite depth, some fresh soil put
in, and then the bulb inserted, after which the hole is filled up.
In Selecting Positions the first consideration should be what best suits the subjects to be
planted : too often shade-loving plants are found struggling for existence in full sun, and vice ?>ersa. In the
following pages at the heading of each family we indicate as far as possible its cultural requirements.
In planting beneath trees select spots where the soil is deepest and the drip least, which means avoiding
the main branches or arms.
Cutting of Grass. — It is advisable that this be done as late in September as possible, so as to
ensure it being short at the time the bulbs flower. In meadowland Spring-flowering bulbs in no way affect
the hay crop, which may be cut at the usual season.
§ indicates those flowers which will thrive in shady places, under trees, on shady banks,
etc., or may be planted in the open border.
indicates those bulbs, etc., which are essentially wood plants, and should only be grown
in shady situations.
For full descriptions see body of Catalogue.
per
1000
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§ Allium Moly, yellow 25 o...
§ ,, neapolitanum, pure white 30 o. ..
§Anemone, single, fine mixed 25 o...
§ ,, double mixed 45 o...
§ u single “Bride, ’’snow-white 21 o...
§ ,, fulgens, dazzling scarlet ...60 o...
§ ,, apennina, pale blue 40 o...
§ ,, ,, alba, white — ...
§ ,, blanda taurica, mostly
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§ 11 .1 rose... — ...25 0...4 o
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* ,, nemorosa, double white... — ...9 6...1 4
* .. single white ... — ... 7 6...1 3
- , , palmata, yellow — ...21 0...3 o
* ,, alba, white — ...21 0...3 o
* ,, ranunculoides, yellow — ...4 6...0 8
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BULBS AND PLANTS FOR EXTENSIVE PLANTING— continued.
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gAnthericum Liliastrum rnajus
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Asphodelus (Asphodel)
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§ ,, ramosus, white -
Brodisea grandiflora, blue, J ft. 50
gCamassia esculenta, purple 25
gChionodoxa Lucilise 40
§ ,, sardensis, deep true blue. ..30
gColchicums, see Meadow Saffron.
gCrocus, in mixture 12
g „ golden-yellow 16
§ ,, large purple 17
§ ,, large striped 16
g ,, large white 16
gCrocus speciosus, bright blue,
Autumn-flowering 30
gCrocus, beautiful species to natur-
alise on banks and rockwork, p. 22.
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gFunkia (the Plantain Lily of
Japan), in mixture — ...21 0...3 6
gGaltonia candicans, snow-white,
handsome, 3 to 6 ft 50 o... 5 6...0 10
gGladiolus byzantinus, fine 25 o. .. 2 9...0 5
g ,, Colvillei, crimson-purple. ..25 o... 2 9...0 5
g ,, „ The Bride, snow-white 42 o... 4 6...0 8
,, Early, fine mixed 21 o... 2 3...0 4
,, Brenchleyensis, scarlet ...50 o... 5 6...0 10
gGrape Hyacinths (Muscari), see
Starch Hyacinth.
gHelleborus, mixed (Lenten Roses)— ...55 0...7 6
gHemerocaUis (Day Lilies), mixed — .. 21 0.. 3 6
Hyacinths, beautiful mixture... — .13 6...1 10
,, miniature, mixed ... — ...12 6...1 9
gHyacinthus amethystinus, beau-
tiful sky-blue flowers, A ft. 45 o... s 0...0 9
,, candicans, see Galtonial
girls, Bulbous English, mixed 70 o... 7 6...1 3
§ i> 11 Spanish, mixed ...21 o... 2 3...0 4
,, Tall Flag, mixed x 90 o... 10 6... 1 6
„ germanlca, blue [ For — ...21 0...3 6
„ florentina, white | - ...30 0...5 6
„ DwarfFlag, mixed ' '75 0...10 6.. .2 o
,, monspur, mixed shades of
blue and violet, 3 ft — ...32 0...5 6
per 1000 roo
s. d. s. d.
Jonquil, single, sweet-scented ...25 o... 2 9.
gLilium auratum — ...36 o.
g ,, candidum, white — ...16 6.
§ ,, longiflorum, large white ... — ...25 o.
§ ,, martagon, purple — ...30 o.
§ „ pyrenaicum flavum, yellow — . 42 o.
§ ,, tigrinum splendens, scar-
let, tiger-spotted — ...12 6.
§ ,, speciosum rubrum, crim-
son and white — ...35 o.
g ,, umbellatum, mixed reds... — ...17 6.
‘Lily of the Valley crowns 42 o... 4 6.
gMeadow Saffron, mixed — ...12 6.
gMilla uniflora, white and blue,|ft. 18 6... 2 o.
§ ,, ,, violacea, blue and
violet, A ft 15 6... 1 8.
Montbretia crocosmseflora,
orange-red 27 6... 3 o.
,, Pottsii, scarlet 25 o... 2 9.
,, mixed hybrids 25 o... 2 9.
Muscari, see Starch Hyacinth.
Ornithogalum {Star of Bethlehem)
g ,, umbellatum splendens ...35 0 4 o.
g ,, montanum, white — ... 5 6.
g ,, nutans, silvery grey and
green, valuable cut flower — ... 4. ..6.
Polygonatum (Solomon's Seal),
tall — ...10 6.
* ,1 ,, ,, dwarf — ...10 0.
Schtzostylis coccinea, scarlet ... — ...10 6.
gScilla sibirica, bright blue 27 6... 3 o.
g ,, ,, taurica, light blue, early45 o... 5 o.
g ,, bifolia, deep blue, dwarf.. .30 o... 3 6..
§ ,, autumnalisjaponica, rose,
autumn flowering — ...21 o..
gSnowdrops, single 22 6... 2 6.
§ ,, double 25 o... 2 9.,
§ ,, Elwes' Giant Single 15 6... 1 8..
§ „ Ik aria?, very beautiful 55 o... 6 o.
‘Snowflakes, Spring-flowering 60 o... 6 6.
§ ,, Summer-flowering 30 o... 3 6..
Solomon’s Seal, see Polygonatum
gSpirsea japonica, white — ...35 o..
§ ,, palmata, crimson — ...32 6.,
§ ,, ,, elegans, pink — ...25 o..
gStarch or Grape Hyacinth
(Muscari) “ Heavenly
Blue,” very beautiful ...60 o... 6 6.,
g ,, Blue-black — ...15 0 ..
g ,, Deep blue, dwarf 15 o... 1 8..
g ,, White, dwarf 30 o... 3 6..
Sternbergia lutea major (Lily of
the Field), yeWow 45 o... 5 o..
gTassel Hyacinth (Muscari) — ...7 6..
Tulips, single, beautiful mixture 60 0.6 6..
,, Double ,, ,, ...65 o... 7 o..
g ,, May-flowering, “Cottagers,”
mixed 50 o... 5 6..
g ,, ,, “English Florist,”
mixed no 0...12 6..
,, ,, Darwin, mixed 50
gWood Hyacinths (Scilla), mixed 30
g ,, blue 23
§ „ „ white 30
§ .. .. red 45
g ,, ,, giant blue 60
gWinter Aconites, yellow 15
gZephyranthes Candida (Flower
of the West Wind), white 35
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
BULBS RND TUBERS,
FOR ALL SEASONS AND CLIMATES.
ALPHABETICALLY ARRANGED FOR EASY REFERENCE.
In the following pages we give descriptions, as far as space permits, of the various Bulbs, etc.,
with general notes as to their cultural requirements. The larger illustrations are mostly reproductions,
on a greatly reduced scale, of photographs taken at our Surbiton Bulb Nurseries.
Great care is taken in the selecting of our Bulbs, these being drawn from the best bulb farms
only. High-class Daffodils and Tulips, etc., also many little rare and beautiful bulbous plants, we are
ourselves large growers of.
W Those bulbs and tubers marked thus x ripen late and are sent out from the middle
of October to March. All other bulbs, etc., are ready for despatch in September. Orders
which embrace earlier and later ripening bulbs, etc., will be executed therefore in two parts.
each— r. d
x ABOBRA viridiflora, an elegant half-hardy perennial scarlet-fruited climber; plant
outdoors in Spring and lift the tubers in Autumn, storing them in dry sand in a cool place
away from frost per doz. 5/6 o 6
x ACHIMENES, these make charming pot-plants for the greenhouse, and are very decorative
with their brilliantly coloured elegant flowers ; pot in rich light soil in Spring and start in
a gentle bottom heat.
3 each of 8 distinct varieties, 8/- ; I each of 8 distinct varieties, 3 /-
Beautiful Hybrids, mixed, containing a great variety of charming colours
per 100, 12/6 ; per doz. 1/9 —
tubiflora (syn. Dolichodeira), a valuable but little known pot-plant for greenhouse,
bearing trusses of long tubular white flowers which have a delicious fragrance ...per doz. 5/6 o 6
ACONITE— Winter. See Winter Aconite.
AGAPANTHUS (African Lily), valuable subjects for growing in tubs and pots,
either for greenhouse or summer decoration in porches, on verandahs, terrace walks, and
lawns, etc. They are also very effective planted out by streams, lakes, and ponds. During
severe winters they should be covered with light litter or long manure, or in very cold
climates lift the tubers in October and store in dry soil, replanting them in March. This
plant is a gross feeder, and likes a rich soil with plenty of moisture while in growth.
umbellatus, handsome umbels of blue flowers, ht. 3 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
,, flore-pleno, a very handsome variety with fine double blue flowers,
ht. 3 It per doz. 10/6 1 o
,, albus, producing handsome umbels of flowers ranging from white to
white shaded blue, ht. 3 ft per doz. 7/6 o 8
„ fol. va.riega.tis, foliage handsomely striped, flowers light blue, ht. 3 ft. 1 6
1, Moorean us, smalt blue flowers in graceful umbels, ht. 2 ft., per doz. s/6 o 6
,, St. Pauli. See Novelty List, page 5.
,, Weillighi. See Noyelty List, page 5.
x ALBUCA, handsome Cape bulbs flowering in June ; plant out of doors under a south wall in
Spring, and lift the bulbs in Autumn, or pot up in Autumn for greenhouse culture,
canaliculata, having handsome trusses of almond-scented golden-yellow flowers, ht. ij ft ... . 2 6
fastigiata, producing handsome trusses of white and green flowers, ht. ij ft. per doz. 6/6... o 7
Nelsoni, a lovely species, producing handsome spikes of almond-scented pure white flowers,
with brown stripe down petal (under glass pure white), ht. 3 ft per 100, 40/- ; per doz. 5/6 o 6
ALLIUM, adecorative and showy family of hardy Spring- and Summer-flowering bulbs, valuable
alike for borders or rockwork and for naturalising in woods, etc. A. neapolitanum is easily
forced, and the cut blooms are extensively used for vases and table bouquets,
acuminatum, with beautiful soft rose-lilac-coloured flowers'in umbels, ht. I ft., per doz. 1/6 o 2
azureum, handsome intense blue flowers, quite hardy, ht. 2 ft ,, 2/6 o 3
cyaneum, bearing innumerable clusters of pretty deep blue flowers, charming for rock-
work and Alpine gardens, ht. £ ft ..established tufts 1 6
descendans, heads of dark red-purple floweis, ht. 2 ft per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
Erdelii, a handsome new species, bearing a head of large white flowers with crimson-black
centre, ht. 12 in per doz. 10/6 1 o
karataviense, a remarkably handsome plant, with very large broad glaucous-green
foliage spreading close to the ground, and large globular heads of reddish lilac flowers, ht. f ft.
per 100, 12/6; per doz. 1/9 o 2
libani, having umbels of small blush-white flowers, very distinct, ht. 3 to 4 in. ... ,, 8/6 o 9
Moly (Golden Garlic), showy bright yellow flowers in large handsome umbels, valuable
for flower borders and naturalisation, ht. 1 ft per 1000, 25/- ; per too, 2/9 ; per doz. 5 d.
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ALLIUM — continued. each— i. d
neapolitanum, an elegant bouquet flower largely grown for the market, producing
numerous heads of graceful white flowers ; it is a charming plant to naturalise in shady
woods, associated with the Wood Hyacinth, lit. 15 inches per 100, 3/6 ; per doz. 6 d. —
Ostrowskianum (syn. oreophyllum), a charming species from Asia Minor, with
large heads of beautiful rose-coloured flowers, valuable for the rock garden and flower border,
ht. J ft per 100, 3/6 ; per doz. 6 d. —
pedemontanum (syn. liarcissiflorum), rose-purple, drooping bell-shaped flowers in
clusters, beautiful and very distinct, ht. } ft. Award ok Merit R.H.S. 1901. ..per doz. 10/6 1 o
pulchellum, graceful heads of bright rosy purple flowers, in July, ht. | ft.
per 100, 32/6 ; per doz. 4/6 o 5
„ flavum, small canary-yellow flowers in graceful drooping umbels, very
charming, July-flowering, ht. J ft per doz. 3/6 o 4
Rosenbachianum, producing large round heads of purple-rose flowers, ht. 2} ft.
per doz. 3/6 o 4
roseum, bearing umbels of bright rose-coloured flowers, ht. 1 ft per 100, 5/- ; ,, 9 d. —
Schuberti, a very curious species, having star-like flowers of a rose- lilac shade, radiating
from the top of the stem on petioles, varying from 4 to 9 in. long, giving the plant a unique
appearance, ht. i£ to 2 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
triquetrum, white, striped green, pretty drooping umbels, ht. 1 ft., per 100, 12/6; ,, 1/9 o 2
zebdanense, producing umbels of pure white flowers on slender erect stems, in May,
ht. ij ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
x ALSTROMERIA, these beautiful “Peruvian Lilies” are easy to cultivate, and produce in
Summer abundance of showy attractive flowers, which last long in water when cut. They
like a well-drained light soil and a sunny situation. Aurantiaca, chilensis , and /idea produce
a most brilliant effect in the flower border. Plant with the top 4 inches below the surface,
by preference close to a south wall or hedge, and protect, the first Winter, with leaves or
litter. A. pclegrina, A. pukhra , and A. revoluta are more tender, and delight in hot dry
sunny situations, such as under a south wall, and require protection each winter ; they also
make fine plants for a cool greenhouse.
aurantiaca (syn. aurea), flowers ranging from rich orange to orange-red, spotted
carmine, very showy and valuable for cutting ; it should be grouped in every herbaceous
border, ht. 3 ft per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 o 2
Chilensis hybrida, mixed, beautiful shades of rose, crimson, orange, yellow, buff,
and blush, with yellow and crimson markings, ht. 2 ft per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
Erembaulti, bright rose with green markings, interior of flower conspicuously flaked
blood-crimson on a blush ground, ht. 2 ft per doz. 7/6 o 8
lutea, bright yellow flowers spotted carmine, very pretty, ht. 3 ft. ...per 100, 8/6 ; ,, 1/3 o 2
pelegrina alba, white, very chaste and beautiful, ht. 1 ft ,, 21 /- ; ,, 3/- o 4
,, rosea, flowers rose, beautifully spotted, ht. 1 ft ,, 21/- ; ,, 3/- o 4
psittacina (The Parrot Flower), flowers bright crimson, splashed green and mahogany,
ht. 2 ft per IOO, 8/6; per doz. 1/3 o 2
pulchra (syn. tricolor), flowers white and yellow, blotched crimson, ht. 1 ft.
per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
revoluta, a handsome variety, producing large heads of orange-red flowers
per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
x AMARYLLIS (Hippeastrum), choice Greenhouse Varieties. These are
magnificent in the conservatory, and with management may be had in bloom for many months.
Culture. — l’ot up the bulbs from December to March, and plunge the pots to the rim in a
gentle, steady, moist bottom heat ; thus treated, a vigorous leaf-growth is produced, and a strong
stem with a fine umbel of large flowers secured. In the absence of bottom heat they do well in an
ordinary greenhouse or sunny sitting-room window if potted up in February.
Barr’s Choice Unnamed Hybrids, purchasers are sure to be satisfied with the flowers,
and have a good chance of getting new varieties of exceptional beauty per doz. 25/- ; each 2/3
Magnificent Large-flowered Named Varieties.
12 magnificent exhibition varieties 7 o I 12 extra fine named varieties fi$ 5 o
6 ,, ,, ,, 4 o o I 12 good showy named ,, 30/-, 42/- & 330
Extra choice new varieties ... each 15/-, 21/-, 30/- & 42/-
x AMARYLLIS. Yarious Species. each— s. d
Belladonna (The Belladonna Lily), bearing in Autumn umbels of beautiful large delicate
pale rose flowers, ht. 21 in. If planted in light soil (the top 6 inches deep ) against a south
wall, it will establish itself and bloom freely every year ... per doz. 7/6 & 10/6 ; each 8d. & i o
,, ,, Extra Large Bulbs per doz. 15/- 1 6
Belladonna purpurea maxima. See Novelty List, page 5.
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
AMARYLLIS — continued. each -j. d
formosissima (Jacobea Lily), beautiful large quaintly shaped dark crimson flowers,
ht. t ft per ioo, 35/-; per doz. 5/- o 6
formosissima glauca (Jacobea Lily), differs only from above in the colour
being a striking crimson-scarlet, ht. 1 ft per 100, 35/- ; per doz. 5/- o 6
The Jacobea Lilies may be grown in pots and forced, or be planted in the open
in April for Summer flowering.
x AMGRPHOPHALLUS, curious and ornamental bulbous plants from the tropics, interesting as
pot-plants and valuable for sub-tropical bedding. The tubers should be kept dry and away
from frost during Winter, and may be planted outdoors March to April, four inches deep,
or be potted up for indoors earlier.
Rivieri (Umbrella Arum), a very handsome plant, with large palm-like leaves 2 to 3 ft. across
on a white spotted stem ; a charming pot-plant for a room strong tubers, per doz. 15/- 1 6
„ 1, ,, monster tubers 3 6
ANEMONE, or Windflower.
For brilliancy of colour few' flowers can compare with the Anemone, which in Spring pro-
duces its masses of bloom in endless variety of shades, scarlets , crimsons, roses, blushes, lilacs,
blues, purples and white, all of which for cutting are valuable, lasting long in water.
Culture.— Any good soil, moderately well drained, suits the Poppy Anemone. Plant in
succession A. coronaria varieties from October to April, the roots four to six inches apart, at a
depth of two to three inches, choosing a dry day, and when the ground is in good working
condition. In April and May, during dry weather give them a good watering two or three times a
week, and when the flower buds appear water them daily if necessary. The Spring plantings for
Summer and Autumn flowering should be in a situation where the ground is moist, and shaded
from the sun's rays after 10 or 11 a.m., and steep the roots in water for six hours before
planting. In cold, bleak, or low-lying districts it is advisable not to plant before December, and to
cover the beds lightly with long litter or cut evergreen branches until the plants are well in
leaf, and danger from severe frost is past.
BARR’S DOUBLE POPPY ANEMONES (Coronaria varieties).
The flowers resemble semi-double Hollyhocks, and are extremely handsome, ht. 1 ft. When
planted from October to December, they flower in succession during the early Spring months,
while those planted from January to April flower in succession from April to July.
250 in 25 splendid new varieties ... 17/6 | 50 jn 2S sp]endid „ ew ¥arieti
100 ” 25 ” ” ” - 7/6 1 per loo. per dor.
Barr’s Splendid Seedling: Varieties, mixed, in great variety of *. <t. s. ,1
beautiful colours per 1000, 45/- 5 0...0 9
Beauty of Cannes, handsome showy Anemones, some having flowers with
guard petals cherry-red flaked white, and cherry-red central florets, while others are
selfscarlet 10 6... 1 6
Bluebeard, rich dark purplish blue, large-flowered 10 6...1 6
Blush Beauty, white, flaked, and shaded delicate rose-pink, beautiful 6 6...1 o
Chapeau de Cardinal, large handsome cerise-scarlet flowers; there maybe
a few flaked flowers found among these 10 6... I 6
Fire King, bright showy scarlet, large flowers 8 6...1 3
Rose de Nice, delicate rose, beautiful and distinct 7 6.. 1 3
Rose Mignon, flowers large, deep rose, very beautiful 12 0 ...I 9
Scarlet King (syn. Vesuvius), flowers of perfect form and fully double, rich
brilliant scarlet, a most striking flower 35 0...5 o
Snowball, very beautiful snowy white curled flowers, resembling in form a white
incurved Chrysanthemum. First-Class Certificate 10 6...1 6
Double Caen Anemones, mixed, flowers very large and handsome,
colours very brilliant and varied 25 0...3 6
BARR’S SINGLE POPPY ANEMONES (Coronaria varieties).
These handsome Single Anemones have large beautiful saucer-shaped Poppy-like blossoms,
and during mild seasons, or in sheltered situations, flower continuously throughout the Winter
and Spring. Those planted in early Spring are very gay in May or June.
Victoria Giant (Empress or Caen Anemones), a magnificent robust-growing race of Single
Poppy Anemones with immense saucer-shaped flowers, colours of the greatest brilliancy and
variety, ht. I ft;, per 1000, 35/- ; per 100, 4/- ; per doz. 7 d.
“Eastern Queen,” a grand showy Single Poppy Anemone from Syria, bearing large hand-
some flowers of a brilliant deep vermilion with narrow central creamy ring and blue-black boss,
producing a very brilliant clfect in the Spring flower garden, ht. J ft., per 1000, 95/- ;
per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6.
“His Excellency” (new), the largest of all Single Scarlet Poppy Anemones. It has
a robust growth and bears very large handsome dark velvety scarlet flowers with large blue-black
central boss ; a grand flower, per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 ; each 4 d.
“The Bride,” flowers pure white, beautiful, ht. J ft., p. 1000, 21/- ; p. 100, 2/3 ; per doz. 4 d.
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BARR'S SINGLE POPPY ANEMONES — continued.
Scarlet, with silvery white centre, a grand showy variety, ht. | ft., p. iooo, 30/-; p. 100, 3/6 ;
per doz. 6 d.
Blue, handsome blue flowers, ht. § ft., per 1000, 35/- ; per 100, 4/-; per doz. 7 d.
Extra Fine Mixed Single, containing many beautiful and brilliant colours, ht. jj ft.,
per iooo, 25/- ; per 100, 2/9 ; per doz. 5 d.
ANEMONE ST. BRIGID-Semi-double Poppy Anemones.
A very lovely and distinct strain, of graceful habit and producing large flowers mostly semi-
double with finely divided petals, of the most brilliant varied colours, all showing a handsome
blue-black central boss, ht. 1 ft. ; the flowers are greatly prized for cutting.
per iooo, 70/- ; per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3
ANEMONE Hortensis (ry». Stellata), The Starry Windflower of the Riviera, or
Peacock Anemone. These Starry-flowered Single Anemones are remarkable for variety of
brilliant colours, elegant flowers, and graceful foliage. A light well-drained soil in a warm
sheltered situation suits them best ; on rockwork they look charming ; they make good pot-plants,
six roots in a pot, and are valuable as cut flowers. Plant in October and November. p . 100 p. doz.
s. d. s. d
Jewel, ruby-violet, with silvery white centre, a most beautiful shade, ht. £ ft 6 6...1 o
Scarlet Gem, brilliant crimson-scarlet flowers with silvery centre, very showy,
ht. 5 ft 6 6. ..1 o
per 100 per doz.
White Gem, remarkably beautiful, having silver-white petals and a pretty indigo-
blue central boss, ht. §• ft 6 6.. ; . 1 o
Choice mixture of beautiful shades of rose, brick-red, scarlet, ruby, etc., ht. f ft.... 6 6...1 o
ANEMONE Fulgens, The Beautiful Starry Windflower of the Pyrenees, etc. This,
with its rich dazzling scarlet flowers, and light elegant growth, is the most brilliant and
graceful of all Winter- and Spring-flowering Anemones, and should be used largely in wild
gardens, orchards, woodlands, on banks, etc. The cut flowers are invaluable for table bouquets
or vases, as they last a long time in water. If planted early in Autumn, flowers may be gathered,
weather permitting, from Christmas ; its hardiness is beyond all question, and the roots may be
safely planted any month from August to February, in a position protected from ground winds and
with a sunny or S.W. aspect.
Anemone fulgens likes a well-drained rich soil (rather dry by preference). Never plant the
roots while the ground is wet.
Fulgens, flowers beautiful rich dazzling scarlet with blue-black central boss, ht. J ft.
per 1000, 60/- 6
» ,, Extra strong roots S
,, annulata, flowers brilliant glowing scarlet, with creamy white central
ring and blue-black boss 8
,, ,, grandiflora, very handsome large flowers, glowing scarlet,
with central yellowish ring and blue-black boss, ht. § ft 17
„ flore-pleno, handsome double flowers of a glowing deep scarlet, lasting
long when cut ; plant in good rich soil with a sunny aspect, ht. 8 in. I11
cold and sunless seasons the flowers are inclined to come green 5
,, grseca, a beautiful species from Greece, bearing handsome deep glowing
crimson-scarlet flowers with broad petals and black central boss, in
some cases also a creamy central ring, ht. 8 in. ; very effective in beds
and borders 10
„ marmorata (new), a remarkably showy variety with vermilion-
coloured flowers flaked and marbled white each 10 d. — 9
,, multipetala, an elegant variety, with a multitude of graceful rich
dazzling scarlet petals, and a black central boss, ht. 8 in 25 0...3
d. s.
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ANEMONES, Various Beautiful Species for Autumn Planting. Where
Daffodils are naturalised the following
Anemones should be freely planted : —
Anemone apennina, the blue Mountain Wind-
flower, forms a dense cushion of rich blue,
and is one of the loveliest of dwarf Spring
flowers. A. blanda resembles A. apennina
in flower, but blooms a month earlier.
The varieties of Anemone nemorosa (the
true Wood Anemone) literally carpet the
ground with their charming flowers ; being
shade-loving plants, they should be planted
under trees or in shady nooks on rockwork ;
while naturalised in grass they present a
picture full of grace and beauty. A. nemo-
rosa Kobinsouiana is remarkably beautiful.
All are exceedingly charming established on
rockwork, or as pot-plants. A. palmata
likes a damp spot during summer. For
other beautiful Anemones, see our Hardy
anemone blanda. Plant Catalogue.
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ANEMONES- Various Beautiful Species — continued. each— s.
Apennina, beautiful single sky-blue flowers, as large as a half-crown, a gem for the
rock-garden or border, -i ft per 1000, 40/-; per 100,4/6 ; perdoz. Sd.
„ alba, flowers white, very beautiful, -J ft .. ,, 7/6; „ 1/3 o
Blanda, true( 77 « Grecian Blue Windjtowcr), brilliant deep blue, } ft. ,, 25 /- ; ,, 3/6 o
,, scythinica, flowers white, shaded blue, a gem, J ft 15/- 1
,, var. taurica, flowers ranging from pale blue and almost white, with a few
deeper-coloured blues per 1000, 70/-; per too, 7/6; perdoz. 1/3
Nemorosa bracteata fl. pi. (“Jack in the Green ” Anemone), having pretty white
double flowers resting on green leafy bracts, .1 ft per too, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o
„ alba, the little single white Anemone of our English woods, lit. ft.
per 100, 7/0 ; per doz. 1/3 o
,, „ fl. pi., double, pure white flowers, beautiful, ^ ft. ,, 9/6; „ 1/4 o
,, ,, major, a lovely large-flowered single white variety, lit. 5 ft. ... ,, 5/6 o
„ Alien! (new), very large single flowers, soft lavender-purple, beautiful, ht. 5 ft.... 4
,, rosea fl. pi., semi-double pink flowers, J ft per doz. 6/6 o
,, Robinsoniana, large single flowers, pale lavender, beautiful, 3 ft.... ,, 4/6 o
,, Vestal, flowers large, pure white, very lovely, ht. 3 ft 4
Palmata, characteristic heart-shaped foliage and glossy golden-yellow flowers, f ft.
per doz. 3/- o
„ alba, flowers pure white, with golden-yellow stamens, beautiful, J ft. ... ,, 3/- o
Ranunculoides ( The Yellow Wood Anemone), a very pretty little dwarf species, § ft.
per too, 4/6; per doz. 8a'.
See also Novelty lA&b,page 5.
x ANOMATHECA.
Cruenta, a charming Cape bulb, with small bright scarlet, crimson-blotched flowers in
July and August ; very pretty as an edging out of doors in sunny situations, or on rockwork,
and in pots, ht. J fa., plant in early Spring per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8 d.
grandiflora, a fine species from Eastern South Africa, having large handsome flowers of
a bright scarlet, blotched crimson, ht. f ft 2
KAPIOS tuberosa, a rapid-growing elegant hardy deciduous climber, for arbours, trellises,
etc., delighting in a sunny situation and a light sandy soil ; the flowers are brownish purple
striped black and deliciously scented ; grow in pots or plant outdoors from March to April
per doz. 2/6 o
ARUM, curious and interesting border plants, more or less handsome. They should be given
choice spots in the border or on rockwork. As pot-plants they are very ornamental.
Dracunculus and ltalicum are quite hardy ; the other species require Winter protection,
such as ashes, leaves, litter, or cocoa fibre, and should be grown by preference in light loamy
soil on a sunny border. Plant Dioscoridis, dracunculus, Eggeri, italicum, and kalastinum in
Autumn, and crinitum and cornulum in March or April,
aristatum. See Novelty List, page 5.
xcornutum (syn. Sauromatum guttatum), having a handsome foliage, with curiously
marbled stems and flowers spotted dark crimson on a tawny red ground, ht. 1 3 ft. Plant
out in a sunny spot in March or April cr pet up earlier. This bulb is also sold under the
name of Monarch of the East, and if kept in a warm room will bloom without the aid
of soil or water strong tubers, per doz. 7/6 o
,, very large tubers for flowering in a dry state ,, 15/- 1
COrsicum, bearing dark red flowers in Autumn 7/6 o
crinitum (Dragon’s Mouth), flowers reddish brown, and of immense size, stem marbled
per doz. 10/6 1
Dioscoridis spcctabi ie, bearing magnificent blackish purple flowers, taller and
flowering a few weeks later than A. palceslimtm (ht. 3 to 3) ft. with good culture) ... doz. 8/6 o
dracunculus (Dragon Arum), large purple-red and black-blue flowers, marbled stem,
very handsome targe bulbs, per doz. 4/6 o
Eggeri, crimson-purple slightly margined green, with long velvety maroon-black spadix,
Spring-flowering, ht. 1 fl I
italicum, leaves spotted and flowers greenish white, followed by handsome spikes of
scarlet berries in autumn per 100, 6/6 ; per doz. 1/-
palaSEtinnm (syn. sanctum), The Sacred Black Arum from Lebanon, a remarkably
handsome plant with sweet-scented flowers of a velvety black inside, and olive-coloured
outside, handsome ornamental foliage, Spring-flowering extra strong bulbs, per doz. 7/6 o
„ „ a few monster bulbs „ 10/6 1
ARUM LILY, or Calla. See Richardia.
ASTILBE chinensis Davidii, See Novelty List, page 5.
BABIANA (Baboon root), the flowers range in colour from blue to the richest crimson-magenta,
and are set oflf by a dark green hairy foliage. They have a fine dwarf compact habit, and
are of great value for pots, rockeries, or the front of borders. Culture same as for the Ixia.
Extra Choice mixture, of many beautiful colours per 100, 6/6; per doz. 1/-
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x BEGONIA, Barr’s Large-flowered Single, for bedding, in separate
colours, scarlet, crimson, rose, salmon, pink, white, orange, and yellow
each colour, p. too, 25/- ; p. doz. 3/6 —
» „ „ Choice Mixed 21/- ; „ 3/- —
Barr’s Exhibition Single Begonias, for pot-culture, having a stiff erect habit
and large round-petal led flowers of fine form and substance, cannot be surpassed
In separate selected colours. ..per doz. 12/-, 15/- & 21/- —
Barr’s Exhibition Double Begonias, for pot-culture, flowers of grand form,
equalling Camellias in symmetry, and of brilliant colours
In separate selected colours. ..per doz. 21/-, 30/- & 42/- —
Barr’s Bedding Double Begonias, in six separate colours, white, scarlet,
orange, yellow, deep rose, and pink per 100, 35/- ; per doz. 5/- —
Barr’s Bedding Double Begonias, mixed, in good variety of colour
per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 —
New Large-flowered Fringed, a beautiful new race, having large flowers borne
on stiff erect stems well above the foliage, the petals being beautifully crested in a broad
wavy manner, giving them a charming appearance. Awarded Premier Prize at the
Faris Exhibition, 1900. Charming in pots or bedded out in borders.
Separate colours, scarlet, rose-pink, white, and yellow each colour, per doz. 6/6 o 7
Mixed shades of colour per 100, 32/6 ; ,, 4/6 —
New Large-flowered Single Spotted Begonias, flowers ranging from
red to pink and orange, all handsomely spotted white, very striking per doz. 6/6 o 7
New Large-flowered Single Striped Begonias, a very beautiful strain,
with large flowers of various shades, elegantly striped per doz. 12/6 1 3
New Large-flowered Single White-eyed Begonias, having large hand-
some flowers, in various shades of red, all with a beautiful white centre per doz. 6/6 o 7
New Large-flowered Double Marbled Begonias, a very beautiful novel
strain, having large double well-formed flowers of rose-pink and red shades marbled white... 2 6
New Double Begonia, “ Lafayette,” a grand bedding variety, forming plants of
erect habit with dark foliage and covered with very double brilliant scarlet flowers, per doz. 9/- 010
New Bedding Begonia, “ Bavaria,” a lovely little variety for pots or bedding,
producing an abundance of soft bright rose-pink flowers for a long period, lit. 5 in.. ..per doz. 12/- I 3
New Double Begonia, “Graf Zeppelin,” a very decorative bedding variety,
producing in abundance small very double flowers of a rich deep scarlet, ht. 10 in., per doz. 8/6 o 9
New Mexican Species, “Martiana grandiflora,”afine handsome species
delighting in sunny situations ; it has an erect pyramidal growth, and is covered the whole
summer with ficiy rose-carmine flowers, ht. Ij ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
BELLADONNA & GUERNSEY LILIES. See Amaryllis,^ 13, Nerine,page 63.
BELLEVALLIA romana (Roman Squill), producing in May elegant long spikes of bell-
shaped flowers, opening deep azure tipped rose, and passing off bronze with white tip, ht.
10 in per doz. 3/6 o 4
x BESSERA elegans (Coral Drops), a beautiful Mexican bulbous plant producing from
August to September graceful umbels of drooping bell-shaped bright scarlet flowers ; grow
in pots for indoors, or plant on rockwork in Spring in a compost of loam, leaf-soil, and
sand, 1 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
BLOOMERIA aurea, producing in June beautiful umbels of golden-yellow flowers, striped
brown, a fine showy flower for beds and borders, ht. 15 inches ; it likes a light rich soil
per 100, 15/-; per doz. 2/3 o 3
BOBARTIA collina, a beautiful Summer-flowering bulb. See Homeria.
BOMAREA salsilla (syn. oculata), a beautiful climber, for greenhouse or warm positions
outdoors, producing clusters of red flowers spotted purple; it likes a compost of rough sand,
turfy loam and peat, and while in growth it should occasionally be given manure water
per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o 2
X BOUSSINGAULTIA baselloides (The Madeira Vine), an elegant climber, valuable for
hanging baskets, window boxes, rustic tubs, etc., leaves pale green and fleshy, flowers white
and hawthorn scented ; hardy on dry rockwork, or in well-drained sunny situations, otherwise
plant in March, lift the roots in autumn and store in sand per ioo, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
x BRAVOA geminiflora (Scarlet Twin-flower), a handsome hardy plant for light soils
and a sunny situation, throwing up in July elegant racemes of orange-red tubular flowers,
i-J ft. ; it is best planted in March and lifted in October per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
BRODI/EA (Californian Hyacinth), a very beautiful family of hardy bulbs, well deserving
a place in every choice border, or for select nooks on rockwork. June-July flowering.
When planting surround the bulbs with sharp sand.
Bridgesii, a fine distinct species, bearing umbels of pretty purplish rose flowers with light
centre, i j ft per doz. 3/6 o 4
californica (syn. Austinae), the largest-flowered of all the Brodiseas; flowers of a
delicate heliotrope shade of colour, borne in graceful umbels, ht. 15 in per doz. 3/6 o 4
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B RO D l/E A — continued. each — s. d
Candida, bearing umbels of large flowers, very pale blue, almost white, a handsome
border plant, I ft per doz. 9/6 o 10
capitata alba, bearing on tall stems umbels of lovely pure white flowers, 2 ft. „ 3/6 o 4
COCCinea (Scarlet Fire-Cracker of California), a remarkably handsome plant bearing
graceful umbels of long tubular blood-red flowers, tipped green, 1 i ft. ...large bulbs, per doz. 4/6 o 5
congesta, lilac flowers in rosettes, valuable as a cut flower, 2 ft., per 100, 5/6 ; „ 10, 7 . —
grartdiflora, a most valuable dwarf early Summer flower for edgings, masses, etc.,
colour bright blue, $ ft per 100, 5/6 ; per doz. lorf. —
Hendersoni, handsome umbels of chrome-yellow flowers, striped violet ,, 5/6 o 6
Howellii lilacina, bearing clusters of elegant tubular flowers, pale lavender tipped
white, remarkably beautiful. First-Class Certificate R.H.S per doz 8/6 o 9
Ixioides splendens, a very handsome and beautiful variety bearing large umbels of
light yellow flowers per doz. 3/6 o 4
laxa (syn. Triteleia laxa), large rich Tyrian purple flowers, very handsome, 1 ft.
per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 o 2
M urrayana, large deep violet-blue flowers, very handsome ; a free grower and a good
bulb to naturalise, ht. 9 in per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
peduncularis, a fine handsome species, bearing magnificent umbels of large china-
white flowers on very long pedicels ; it likes a damp sandy loam, and does well on the sandy
margins of streams per doz. 2/6 o 3
Purdyi, a handsome new species, of pretty dwarf habit, flowers borne in graceful umbels,
soft lilac with a handsome violet bar running down centre of each petal per doz. 6/6 o 7
stellaris, a fine dwarf species for bedding, bearing clumps of deep blue flowers... ,, 3/6 o 4
volubilis (The Twining Hyacinth), a lovely twining species, bearing a terminal cluster
of pretty delicate rose-coloured flowers ; a light covering during Winter is advisable. A
pretty plant for hanging baskets large bulbs , per doz. 4/6 o 5
BULBOCODIUM vernum, producing early in Spring a mass of bright rose-purple
flowers, valuable for edgings, rockwork, and naturalising in grass, ,V ft per doz. 3/- o 4
xCALADIUM, perhaps the most beautiful and picturesque of foliage stove plants.
12 beautiful named varieties, 15/-, 24/-, 30/- & 42 /- ; 6 ditto, 7/6, 12/-, 15/- & 21/-
CALLA, or Arum Lily. See Richardia.
CALOCHORTUS, or more popularly known as the Butterfly or Mariposa Tulips, Globe Tulips
and Star Tulips. These lovely Californian bulbs, although belonging to the same Natural Order
as the Tulips of our gardens, bear little
resemblance to them. They flower
through June and July, and for delicacy
of texture and brilliancy of colour are
unsurpassed ; they deserve a place in every
hardy flower border and rock garden.
As cut flowers the Calochorti are of
great value, the flowers lasting well and
the buds opening readily in water ; the
varieties in the Mariposa or Buttojly
section are especially suitable to cut,
having long stems and being profuse con-
tinuous bloomers.
They all make charming pot-plants
(several bulbs in a pot) for the cool
greenhouse or Cape pit.
Culture Outdoors. — The Calo-
chorti are all quite hardy. The “ Mari-
posa ” and “ Star Tulips ” require a
sunny position and light gritty or sandy
soil on slightly raised beds to ensure per-
fect drainage ; plant from September to
end of November, 2 to 3 inches deep,
and 3 inches apart. Cover the beds after
planting with straw or cut heather, to
keep surface sweet and as a protection
in case of early growth ; remove the
covering in March. A position facing
south and sunny spots on the rockery are
specially suitable. When in full growth
give Occasional soakings of water, but not
too frequently. After flowering, ripen oft'
by placing glass over them, and take up
when foliage dies down.
The “ Globe Tulips,” being wood-
land plants, like partial shade and a porous
soil composed principally of leaf mould.
IGROUP OF MARIPOSA TULIPS.
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CALOCHORTUS — continued.
Selections of Calochorti, from Sections I., II., and III.:
3 each of 20 beautiful varieties 22/6
3 ,, ,,12 ,, ,, 7/6, 12/- Sc 1 8/-
I ,, ,, 12 ,, ,, 3/-, 4/6 & 6/6
tlir In the following List the numbers after the names indicate their relative order in time of flowering :
thus those marked (1) are the earliest to bloom, and those marked (6) the latest. The heights we give are
an average ; under exceptionally good or poor conditions the plants may grow taller or dwarfer.
each — s. d
SECTION I. — Butterfly or Mariposa Tulips, all of remarkable beauty, with large open flowers.
Ca.ta.lmae (2), the earliest of all the Mariposa Tulips , bearing on tall slender stems very
beautiful large flowers ranging from pale to deep lilac, with a dark maroon circle at base,
ht. 16 to 24 in per doz. 7/6 o 8
Gunnisoni (4), large pure white expanded flowers, with an inner hairy zone of green and
gold, petals shaded outside green and azure, of great beauty, ht. 18 to 24 in., fine for cutting.
Award of Merit R. H.S per doz. 7/6 o 8
Kennedy!, a most lovely species, although a little difficult to grow ; the flowers are of a
brilliant brick-scarlet with black central blotches, ht. 6 to 12 in. Plant in a warm sunny
situation in a stony or gravelly soil per doz. 15/- 1 6
Leichtlini, a pretty species from the Sierras, found growing at an elevation of 5,000 to
10,000 ft., flowers yellowish white, with dark basal blotch, ht. 6 to 12 in per doz. 3/6 o 4
luteus concolor (Baker), a grand variety with large open flowers, golden-yellow, centre
fringed and prettily marked with brownish red. Award OF Merit R.H.S. ...per doz. 15/- 1 6
macrocarpus (4), a splendid species, bearing very large flowers of a beautiful pale
lavender, with dark centre banded green, ht. 12 to 18 in. Award of Merit R.II.S. per doz. 6/6 o 7
nitidus (4), bearing several large flowers, white flushed lilac, each petal covered with long
hairs, and having a bold indigo blotch, beautiful, ht. 15 to 18 in., per 100 18/6 ; per doz. 2/8 o 3
Nuttallii, a tall species with very large flowers of finest form, pure white, zoned dark
brown at base, very handsome per doz. 4/6 o 5
Plummerse (4), bearing a branching spike of beautiful large soft lavender flowers, each
petal lined with long silky golden hairs, ht. 12 to 18 in. Floral Certificate R.H.S.
per doz. 7/6 o 8
splcndens atro-violaceus (5), having handsome brilliant purple flowers, with deep
red blotch on petal, free-flowering, ht. 24 to 30 in per doz. 4/6 o 5
„ ruber (4), bearing on tall slender stems large showy flowers of an exquisite
lilac shade with purplish red centre, and covered with silky hairs, very beautiful,
ht. 16 to 30 in per doz. 6/6 o 7
Venustus group, all having flowers of exquisite beauty, large and elegantly formed,
valuable for cutting, ht. 2 ft. ; these are all robust growers.
„ citrinus (4), large flowersof a beautiful clear bright yellow, with conspicuous
dark maroon blotch on middle of each petal, centre finely speckled maroon,
and with a cushion of golden hair, of exquisite beauty ; a gem for cutting,
ht. 16 to 24 in. First-Class Certificate ...per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 o 2
,, El Dorado (3), a new race of the lovely Butterfly Tulips of tall sturdy
growth, from ii to 2 ft. in ht., flowers varying greatly in shade — from white
and cream to lilac, deep velvety purple and rosy purple, red, pink, and
salmon, all having the centre exquisitely blotched and speckled soft brown
and golden-yellow, while some have a beautiful golden blotch on each petal.
Award of Merit R.II.S per 100, 12/6; per d,oz. 1/9 —
,, oculatus, a most beautiful variety, forming very long dark rose-coloured
buds opening white with very dark blotch on petal, margined yellow, centre
beautifully marked, exterior of flower rosy purple. Award of Merit R.II.S.
per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 O 2
„ purpurascens (4), a lovely variety, flowers large, outside purplish,
inside creamy white, each petal handsomely blotched, very free-flowering,
ht. 12 to 24 in. Award of Merit R.II.S per doz. 4/6 o 5
,, robustus (4), a handsome vigorous form, of easy culture, flowers varying
from white with dark eye to brilliant purple with dark eye surrounded with
yellow, of great size, ht. 12 to 16 in per doz. 4/6 o 5
,, roseus, flowers white to pale yellow, with a beautifully marked centre and a
rose blotch at apex of each petal, ht. 12 to 28 in per doz. 4/6 o 5
„ Vesta (4), a lovely variety and one of the freest growers ; flowers large,
and borne freely on long stalks, colour outside rose-purple, inside creamy
white, with a broad halo of crimson-maroon and below this crimson-brotvn
pencilling on a lemon ground, ht. 20 to 30 in. ... per 100, 18/6 ; per doz. 2/8 o 3
,, ,, extra large bulbs ,, $/6 o 6
Weedii (4), a showy species, with large clear orange-yellow flowers, thickly lined with silky
hairs and dotted brown, ht. 12 to 16 in per doz. 7/6 o 8
mixed Butterfly or Mariposa Tulips in great variety. Everyone should grow
these gems both in the open ground, on rockwork, and in pots ...per 100, 12/6; per doz. 1/9 —
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CALOCHORTUS — continued. cach-i. d
SECTION II.— Globe Tulips or Fairy Bells. — These are the perfection of grace, with
beautiful globular drooping flowers ; charming little subjects for half shady nooks on rockwork.
They were formerly known as Cyclobothras.
albus (Fairy Lamp) (3), a species from the Sierras, bearing on branching stems several
pearly white hairy flowers, which hang in pendent globes, ht. 12 to 14 in.,
per too, 12/6 ; per doz. 1/9 o 2
,, The Pearl, a species from the Coast Range, bearing larger and handsomer flowers
of a pearly White tinged pink and brown, very globular per doz. 3/6 o 4
amabilis (2), bearing a quantity of golden globe-like pendent flowers, margins fringed with
hair, dwarf and beautiful; of easy culture, ht. 8 to 10 in per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 o 2
amcenus (Pink Globe Tulip) (2), a lovely new species, bearing lovely pendent globe-shaped
flowers of a beautiful rose colour, ht. 6 to 8 in. Floral Certificate R.H.S....per doz. 4/6 o 5
pulchellus, true, a lovely species, with flowers twice the size of C. amabilis and of finer
form, colour delicate pale lemon •• Crop failed —
mixed Globe Tulips or Fairy Bells per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 —
SECTION III.— Star Tulips. These produce dainty open cups on slender dwarf stems, and
are of exquisite beauty. On rockwork they arc very charming.
Benthami (1), bright yellow with dark blotch at base, and covered with yellow hairs,
ht. 4 to 6 in per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
Howell i, a fine Giant Star Tulip , with large pale straw-coloured flowers, ht. 12 to 15 in.
(supply uncertain) per doz. 15/- I 6
lilacinus (1), a beautiful dwarf species bearing numerous large pale lilac flowers, with or
without a dark blotch, of easy culture, ht. 6 to 10 in per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
Maweanus, var. roseus, having large open cup-shaped flowers, white flushed rose,
densely covered with silky hairs, ht. 8 to 10 in. (supply uncertain) per doz. 5/6 o 6
Maweanus, var. major (2), a very lovely species bearing large open cup-shaped white
flowers covered with silky blue hairs, ht. 8 to 10 in per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
Purdyi (3), a very beautiful species of easy culture ; it produces stems 10 to 15 inches high,
well furnished with very large erect white flowers tinted mauve and green and covered inside
with long hairs. First-Class Certificate R.H.S., June 14 th, 1898 per doz. 6/6 o 7
mixed Star Tulips per 100, 10/6; ,, 1/6 —
CAMASSIA (The Quamash), graceful hardy bulbous plants flowering in July, and
valuable for flower borders and to naturalise.
Cusickii, forming a handsome rosette of broad glaucous foliage, from which rise tall spikes of
large pale lavender starry flowers with yellow anthers, ht. 2 to 3 ft., per 100, 15/-; per doz. 2/3 o 3
esculenta, producing spikes of pretty star shaped blue flowers, ht. 1 ) ft. ; charming when
naturalised in grass per 1000, 25/- ; per 100, 2/9; per doz. $(/. —
,, alba, having spikes of pretty star-shaped flowers, lavender and white, ht. I J ft. ... I O
,, Royal Purple, a grand form bearing large handsome spikes of large flowers of
a rich dark purple-blue shade, ht. iA ft per doz. 10/6 1 o
Leichtlini, bearing elegant spikes of large creamy white starry flowers and handsome
dark glaucous foliage, rare, ht. 2 ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
,, Purple King, having handsome rich violet blue flowers, ht. 2 ft. ... ,, 5/6 o 6
,, new seedling varieties, containing many beautiful shades of blue,
lavender, French white, etc., flowers large and handsome, ht. 2 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
Fraseri, a distinct species from California, with pretty delicate pale blue flowers, ht. 1 ft.
per 100, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
CANNAS. See our Spring Catalogue of Bulbs and Tubers.
CHINESE SACRED LILY. See Narcissus Polyanthus, page 63.
CHIONODOXA (Glory of the Snow). The Chionodoxa is one of our earliest as well as
loveliest Spring flowers, and in very early Spring its sheets of blue are a great attraction in the
garden. It should be largely used in borders and dotted over bulb beds, also massed on rockwork.
Once planted it comes up year after year, the flower spikes increasing in size and beauty each
season. If grown in pots and jardinets the Chionodoxa may be had in bloom early in January,
but should be brought on in a cold frame or cool greenhouse close to the glass. When associated
with Narcissus minimus, the effect is very charming. For an effect the first season, plant the bulbs
close together.
Lucilise (The Glory of the Snow), colour deep Nemophila-blue, with clear snow-white centre
per 1000, 40/- ; per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8 d.
,, extra selected bulbs 50/- ; ,, 5/6 ; ,, tod.
„ large bulbs for pot-culture 7/6; ,, 1/3
,, alba, white flowers of delicate beauty, rare per doz. 10/6 ; each Is.
,, rosea, flowers ranging in delicate shades of rose and rose-lilac, beautiful
per doz. 15/- ; each is. 6 d.
sardensis, one of those rare flowers of a true Gentian-blue, and so striking that for distant
effect it cannot be too highly recommended. First-Class Certificate R.B.S.
per 1000, 30/- ; per 100, 3/6 ; per doz. 6a'.
„ extra selected bulbs ,, 40/-; ,, 4/6; >>
„ large bulbs for pot-culture ,, 5/6 > •,
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CHIONODOXA —continued.
gigantea (syn. C. grandiflora\ a
very distinct and beautiful species, with flowers
twice the size of C. Luciliae, more open, and of
a beautiful soft lavender-blue ; habit dwarf and
robust. Awarded First-Class Certifi-
cate R.H.S.
per iooo, 50/- ; per 100, 5/6 ; per doz. 10 d.
„ extra selected bulbs
per 1000, 70/- ; per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3
,, large bulbs, for pot-culture
per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6
gigantea alba, a white variety of this
charming Spring fl.iwer, very beautiful, each 1/6
Boissieri, a grand showy species blooming a
shade dwarfer and later than C. Lucilfa,
flowers large, soft lavender-blue, with very
large and striking snowy white centre
per 1000, 42/- ; per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8t/.
Tmolusii, a valuable species for succession ;
it blooms later than C. l.ucilice , the blue is
more intense and the white centre larger
per 100, 7/6; per doz. 1/3
COLCHICUM (Meadow Saffron); the great Crocus-like flowers carpet the ground in
September and October, with colours ranging from pure white to intense crimson, while
llie foliage appears in Spring, and is almost as varied as the flowers; they are seen to
nest advantage naturalised in grass where their blooms are not spoilt by Autumn rains.
1 he bulbs, if planted in August and early September, will bloom almost immediately. eac |, _ s ( j
autumnale, light rosy purple per 100, 14/6 ; per doz. 2/- o 3
,, album, pure white , 14/6 ; ,, 2/- o 3
*> >, plenum, pure white, large and very double, very scarce 3 6
» plenum, lilac, large and very double per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
•> roseum, flowers a charming purplish rose colour, a very strong grower
and free bloomer, remarkably showy, per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
>> ,, plenum, large double purplish rose, flowers very pretty
per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
Bivonae, rosy lilac flowers, a fine species , 5/6 o 6
,, Superbum, flowers intense crimson, of perfect form ; the richest coloured ami
most handsome of all 5 6
Bornmulleri, a grand large-flowered species with very large globular flowers, pretty rose-
lilac with white centre 2 6
byzantinum, very beautiful rose-coloured flowers, perfect in form, and produced in great
profusion per doz. 5/6 o 6
giganteum, a grand giant species. See Novelty List, page 5.
Parkinsoni, petals gracefully reflexed, and beautifully chequered rose-lilac and white, a
remarkably striking flower ; give a light covering during winter ...per 100, 15 /- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
Sibthorpi, a giant species, with handsome rosy purple chequered flowers, very handsome ... 4 6
speciosum rubrum, flowers intense dark ruby-crimson, petals of great substance, very
large and handsome per 100, 35/- ; per doz. 5/- o 6
variegatum {syn. tessellatum and Agrippinum), chequered rose-purple and white, a
very pretty and showy flower per 100, 14/6 ; per doz. 2/- o 3
mixed varieties, for naturalising in wild gardens, woodlands, etc. ,, 12/6; ,, 1/9 —
Collection of 3 each of 10 varieties of named Colchicums, 21/- ; 1 each, 7/6.
Pretty small Winter and Early Spring-flowering Species.
brachy phyllum, flowers white to pale pink, produced from December to January, very
pretty per doz. 4/6 o 5
cilicicum, a very pretty species with soft rose-coloured flowers chequered a deeper rose
and shading to almost crimson at tip of petals per doz. 7/6 o 8
crociflorum, small white flowers, lined purple-violet, February, ht. 3 in 8,6 o 9
Decaisnei, producing in profusion soft flesh-coloured flowers, Nov. to Dec. ... ,, 4/6 o 5
hydrophyllum, a pretty little species bearing in February fragrant flowers purplish rose
shading to blush at tip, ht. 3 in. ; suitable for damp places per doz. 5/6 o 6
libanoticum, pale rose shaded white, with golden anthers, pretty, ht. 4 in. ... ,, 3/6 o 4
luteum, a fine little species from Central Asia, bearing small rich orange-yellow flowers in
February, ht. 3 inches 1 9
montanum, a beautiful little species throwing up a profusion of flowers, rose to blush-white,
ht. 3 inches per doz. 4/6 0 5
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each — s. d
x COMMELINA tuberosa (Blue Spiderwort), a fine border plant, covered with flowers of
the richest gentian blue, from Summer to Autumn. Plant outdoors in April in a sunny
situation, or start earlier in a gentle warmth and plant out in May ; lift the tubers in Autumn,
and store during the Winter in dry sand, ig ft per ioo, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
COOPERIA, lovely little bulbous plants from Texas, requiring sunny sheltered situations and
light soil, or may be grown in a frame or cool greenhouse.
Drummondii, bearing long tubular pure white flowers, primrose-scented, lit. f ft., p. doz. 5/6 o 6
pedunculata (Evening Star), flowers white, opening only in the cool of evening, ht. J ft.
per doz. 5/6 o 6
CORYDALIS bulbosa, a very graceful little Spring flower for front border and rockwork,
flowers rosy purple, g ft .per 100, 5/6 ; per doz. \oit. —
„ Ledebouriana (rutaefolia), a beautiful little creeping species bearing
racemes of rosy purple flowers in February and March X 3
xCRINUM, handsome bulbous plants, with large umbels of funnel-shaped flowers. C. Moot'd,
C. Powellii , and C. longifolium varieties are hardy in England if planted six or eight inches
deep on warm sunny borders, or covered during winter with light litter. C. longifolium is
a fine plant for the water’s edge or herbaceous border : give plenty of water while in growth,
augustum, a noble stove species, bearing 12 to 20 long flowers on an umbel ; flowers
inside white to purple, outside rose-purple, deliciously scented, ht. 2,tD. 3 ft 12 6
campanulatum (aquaticum), a handsome stove plant with large rosy red flowers; it
should be stood in water whilst growing, ht. 3 ft 3 6
erubescens, flowers rosy white, outside purple, a handsome stove plant, ht. 2 ft 6 6
fimbriatulum, bearing umbels of very large fragrant flowers, striped white and carmine,
requires stove treatment, ht. 2 ft 3 6
longifolium (syn. capense), fragrant pale f Handsome hardy border 'i too, 25/- ;
rose flowers J plants bearing umbels of ! doz. 3/6 o 4
,, album, fragrant pure white] long funnel-shaped flow- j
flowers 1 ers, ht. 2 to 3 ft. J 5/6 0
Moorei (syn. Makoyanum), fine large blush-rose flowers, handsome variety, ht. 2 ft 2 6
,, album, bearing very beautiful large pure white sweet-scented flowers, ht. 2 ft 4 6
Powellii, a very handsome specieswith large rose-coloured flowers, ht. 3 104 ft. ...per doz. 12/6 1 3
,, album, bearing very beautiful large pure white flowers, ht. 3 to 4 ft. „ 15/- 1 6
„ intermediu m, a very beautiful hybrid, with large pale rose-coloured flowers,
ht. 3 to 4 ft 2 6
Rattrayi, a splendid new species from Central Africa, bearing in umbels very large hand-
some pare white flowers ; a noble stove plant, ht. 20 in 8 6
yemense, bearing very large satiny white fragrant flowers ; a very beautiful plant for warm
greenhouse or for planting beneath a south wall in warm localities, ht. 2 ft 2 6
x CROCOSMA a urea., lighting up the garden in September with its graceful racemes of
brilliant reddish orange flowers, which are greatly prized for cutting, lit. 3 ft. The best
treatment is to start the bulbs in pots in Spring and then plant out in a light rich soil in
April or May. Leave them undisturbed, but give a light covering during Winter. 1 ‘ or
filling beds and massing in borders or as a pot plant (6 bulbs in a pot) it can be strongly
recommended per 100, 7/6 ; P er doz. x /3
x imperialis, a grand acquisition, producing in September flowers nearly 4 inches across,
and of a fiery orange-red colour ; a tall and vigorous grower, and exceedingly showy, ht. 4 ft.
First-Class Certificate R.H.S per doz. 12/6 1 3
CROCUSES.
The Crocus is one of the earliest flowers of Spring, and occupies a deservedly prominent place in
every garden. Planted as an edging in triple lines of one or more colours, the effect is striking. No Spring
display surpasses that of broad wavy bands of golden-yellow, striped, purple, or pure white Crocuses when
they expand their blossoms, in February and March. In lawns and pleasure parks, planted in the grass,
Crocuses are extremely effective. I11 wild gardens, woodland walks, etc., the Crocus should be associated
with the violet, the primrose, and the oxlip.
For outdoors plant as shallow as po ssible , barely covering the bulb ; many amateurs plant too deeply,
which is often the cause of failure in their blooming. Early plantings give the best results.
BARR’S CHEAP SHOWY CROCUSES -for Large Plantings.
For a gorgeous effect in early Spring nothing can equal the Golden-Yellow Crocus, large masses of
which attract the eye at a great distance. The value of the larger sized bulbs of Yellow Crocuses is
that they produce more flowers to a bulb, and are therefore more decorative.
s. it s. d
1000 in 5 varieties ifi
500 in 5 „ 8
250 in 5 varieties 4 6
100 in 5 „ 2 o
Splendid Mixed, purple, striped, and white per 100, is. 6 d. ; per 1000, 12c 6 d.
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CROCUSES — continued.
per iooo
S. it.
Barr’s Deep Lavender-Purple ... 17... 6.
Barr’s Rich Dark Purple 17 6.
Barr’s Striped 16 6.
Barr’s Pure White 16 6.
Golden-Yellow, strong floweringbulbs 16 6.
Golden-Yellow large bulbs 22 6.
per loo
s. d
..I 10
..I 10
,.i 9
..1 9
,..1 9
..2 6
per rooo per 100
Golden-Yellow extra large bulbs 30 0...3 6
Cloth of Silver, true, while feathered
ruby-purple, very pretty 30 0...3 6
Cloth of Gold, golden-yellow heavily
striped brown on outer petals ; a
lovely little flower for dwarf edgings 18 6. ..2 o
BARR’S CHOICE NAMED LARGE-FLOWERED CROCUSES.
Large Bulbs -for Pot-Culture and Flower Beds, etc.
The following large -flowered named Crocuses are the best in cultivation, and we can confidently
recommend them for planting in groups, edgings, select beds, and in designs. To obtain the finest effect
the bulbs should be planted an inch apart. When grown in pots, plant thickly, and plunge pots in
ashes only up to the rims. When removed from under the ashes, place in an airy situation, and give water
very freely at the roots. A charming effect is obtained by growing Crocuses in shallow saucers,
using Barr’s Fertilised Cocoa Fibre Mixture, or Pebbles and water (the bulbs touching one another),
and this may be accomplished in an ordinary sitting-room.
1000 in 10 splendid varieties
500 in 10 „ „
Extra choice mixed, from named
s. d
26 6 250 in 10 splendid varieties
13 6 100 in 10 „ „
varieties, all colours. ..per 100, 2/3; per 1000, 21/-
s. d
7 6
3 6
per 100 per doz.
Barr’s Golden-Yellow, Giant Bulbs;
producing an abundance of flowers,
remarkably showy ...per 1000, 50/- 5 6...0 10
Bleu Celeste, the most beautiful of
all the large- flowered Crocuses, soft
pale azure with silvery shading
inside, and striking orange stigmata 3 6...0 6
David Rizzio, deep purple,
per 1000, 18/6 2 0...0 4
Harlequin (new), large glossy violet-
purple flowers striped white, dark
purple stem, handsome and showy
per 1000, 30/- 3 6...0 6
King of Whites, the Finest IVhite
Crocus, producing very handsome
long snowy white flowers of great
size per 1000, 22/6 2 6...0 5
Madame Mina, white striped and
Shaded lilac, violet base, large
flower per 1000, 22/6 2 6...0 5
per 100 per doz.
s. d. s. d
Margot, very distinct and beautiful,
flower large, outer petals shaded
white, inner petals soft lavender
per 1000, 28/- 3 0...0 5
Mont Blanc, pure white „ 21/- 2 3...0 4
President Lincoln, fine bold globular
flowers, dark glossy purple
per icoo, 22/6
Pride of Albion, white, slightly
striped violet, dark violet base, fine
and showy per 1000, 25/-
Purpureus grandiflorus, long hand-
some rich deep purple flowers
per 1000, 22/6
Purple Queen, splendid large flowers
of a rich deep lavender purple
per 1000, 32/6
Sir Walter Scott, discarded. Now
superseded by much finer kinds.
2 6...0 5
2 9...0 5
2 6...0 5
3 9...0 6
Snow Queen, large globular snowy
white flowers, handsome
per 1000, 25/- 2 9...0 5
CROCUSES.
BARR’S AUTUMN-, WINTER- AND SPRING-FLOWERING SPECIES.
No hardy garden is complete without these floral gems, which carry on a continual display of bloom
from August to March, and light up the garden with their bright colours in winter when few other plants
are flowering. On rockwork and in grass they form a charming picture, while in pots they make a very
pretty effect. In nomenclature we have followed Mr. George Maw’s Monograph on the Croci.
The delightful effect produced by masses of C. speciosus, C. longiflorus, C. sativus, C. Tommasinianus,
etc., when naturalised, can only be realised by those who have witnessed it.
Cultural Directions. - Any ordinary garden soil suits these Crocuses. Plant the bulbs as early
as possible, and very shallow, barely covering them with soil.
Selections of Autumn-, Winter-, and Spring-flowering; Species.
3 each 60 beautiful species 45
1 „ 60 „ 18
3 „ 30 „ „ 15/-, 21/-, and 30
1 „ 30 „ „ 6/-, 10/6, and 15
3 each 20 beautiful species, 10/6, 15/-, and 25
1 „ 20 „ „ 4/-, 6/-, and 9
3 „ 12 „ „ 6/-, 10/6, and is
1 „ 12 „ „ 2/6, 4/6, and 6
A Full Descriptive List of our Crocus Species, with their native habitats given, may be had
on application.
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CROCUSES— AUTUMN-, WINTER- AND SPRING-FLOWERING SPECIES —continued.
®aJ" The few species quoted in the following list are mostly those we can offer cheaply in quantity, and
we can strongly recommend them for naturalising and massing on rockwork, in grass, etc., where
their beauty will delight the eye from Autumn till early Spring.
AUTU MN-FLOW ER I NG.
per ioo per doz.
s. d. s. d
Early Spring-Flowering.
per ion per doz
s. d. s. d
Asturicus, a pretty species, flowers
ranging from pale mauve to purple-
lilac, with darker striping at base... 12
Iridifloru8, flowers large, rich purple,
inner segments pale lilac, handsome 15
Longiflorus (odorus), charming soft
rose-lilac, very beautiful when ■
naturalised 10
Pulchellus, a lovely species, flowers
lavender-blue with while anthers ... 7
Salzmanni, lilac, with dark feather-
ing per 1000, 50/- 5
Sati yus (Saffron Crocus), large hand-
some flowers, purplish lilac, feathered
violet, and with showy orange
stigmata per 1000, 25/- 2
Satiyus Taitii, a handsome deep-
coloured form 5
Speciosus, bright blue, remarkably
handsome and showy, one of the
hardiest and most beautiful Autumn
Crocuses for planting in grass, etc.
per 1000, 30/- 3
Zonatus, rose-lilac, with orange zone,
most beautiful per 1000, 35/- 4
Mixed Autumn-Flowering Species
for naturalising in grass 1000, 42/- 4
Winter-Flowering.
Ancyrensis, deep orange - yellow
flowers 7
Biflorus, while, with lilac markings,
handsome per 1000, 25/- 2
Cloth of Gold (C. susianus), golden-
yellow, heavily striped brown out-
side ; when opening flat in the sun
beds of this crocus resemble carpets
of gold ; a lovely little flower for
edgings and masses, per 1000, 18/6 2
Imperati, violet, fawn, and black,
beautiful and distinct, per 1000, 42/- 4
Sieberi, flowers lilac-purple with
yellowish base 8
Mixed Winter-Flowering Species,
per 1000, 42/- 4
6...1 9
0...2 3
6... 1 6
6.. .1 3
6.. .0 10
9-o 5
6...0 10
6...0 6
0...0 7
6...0 8
0...1 o
9-0 5
0...0 4
6.. .0 8
6.. . 1 3
6.. .0 8
Aureus, collected, flowers ranging
from yellow to yellow
shaded brown at base 10 6...1 6
,, pallidus, a pretty primrose 10 6...I 6
„ sulphureus concolor, beau-
tiful soft sulphur colour,
fine for lines and masses ... 7 6...1 3
,, ,, striatus, sulphur, striped
crimson-brown, beautiful ... 10 6...1 6
Balansse, orange feathered crimson 10 6...1 6
Candidus, globular white flowers
marked outside purple-lilac more
or less 7 6... I 3
Korolkowi, flowers deep yellow
marked more or less with rich
brown 14 6.-2 o
Reticulatus, lilac feathered black,
very pretty 17 6. . 2 6
Stellaris, orange feathered purple-
brown, very showy in lines and
masses 10 6...1 6
Tommasinianus, a very beautiful
flower, pale sapphire-lavender,
outside silvery grey, stigmata
orange ; a charming continuous
bloomer and one of the best
to naturalise in grass
per 1000, 50/- 5 6...0 10
,, atro-purpureus, rich bright lilac
per 1000, 50/- 5 6...0 10
,, pallidus, soft pale lilac
per 1000, 50/- 5 6...0 10
Yernus George Maw, white with a
yellow band running up the
centre of each outer segment,
beautiful 12 6... I 9
,, Ira Aldridge, pretty pale lilac
flushed white 7 6...1 3
,, leucorhyncus (Pheasant's
Feather), white feathered
purple, beautiful — ...3 6
,, L’Unique, pretty soft purplish
rose 6 6...1 o
,, obovatus, white, striped lilac,
a very pretty flower 7 6 -1 3
Versicolor obscura, deep lilac,
shaded and feathered deep
purple 5 6...0 10
,, striatus, pale purple, striped
deep purple, handsome 7 6... I 3
Mixed Early Spring-Flowering
Species, for naturalising in
grass per 1000, 30/- 3 6...0 6
CROWN IMPERIAL. See Fritillaria impcrialis, page 29.
CYCLAMEN Persicum, For Greenhouse, Large-Flowered Strain, a great improvement
on the old strain ; plants are of fine compact habit, with flowers large, of rich and delicate colours,
and standing well above the handsome foliage.
Plants in Pots set with hud or in bloom, supplied from September to December — per doz. 15/-, 21/-,
25/-, and 30/- ; each 1/6, 2/-, 2/6, 3/6, and 5/6, according to size.
Seed for November Sowing perpkt. 2/6 and 3/6
New Papilio or Butterfly Cyclamen
New Largfe-flowered Crested Cyclamen
j Sec Novelty List, page 5.
CYCLAMEN. Hardy Species For Rockwork Out-oF-Doors.
These Hardy Cyclamen require perfect drainage, and shelter from the cutting winds of March and
April, and the hot rays of the Summer sun ; at the bottom of old walls facing north and on rockwork
they are very beautiful, while, nestling in the grass, near the roots and under the shelter of old trees, they
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CYCLAMEN, HARDY SPECIES— continued.
produce a most charming effect. In making up a soil for the hardy Cyclamen, add a liberal proportion
of old lime or mortar rubbish and some old peat or leaf soil. C. Europoeum is fragrant, and flowers
August to September. IberUum and Coum varieties bloom in Spring ; Repandum closes the Cyclamen
season in April. Repandum and Africanum should, in cold districts, be planted in warm protected
situations on rockwork, and covered with cut heather, straw, or a few light boughs, to keep off cutting
ground winds till March. They may also with advantage be grown in cold frames.
Cyclamen neapolitanum is perfectly hardy, and is covered with bloom during September, while from
Autumn to Spring its large and beautifully variegated leaves render it valuable for Winter beds, intermixed
with Scillas, Chionodoxas, Leucojums, Miniature Daffodils, Snowdrops, Muscaris, etc.
Hardy Cyclamen, Autumn-, Winter- and Spring-Flowering.
12 varieties, 3 roots of each, 25 /- | 12 varieties, 1 root of each, 9 /-
each— s. d
Africanum (syn. macrophyllum), flowers blush
with purplish centre, produced in Autumn, leaves
of enormous size, heart-shaped, and with silvery
green zone, very handsome ; give slight protection
in cold districts per doz. 7/6 o 8
Cilicicum, white, with bright purple centre;
Winter-flowering ; rave, per too, 42/-; per doz. 5/6
Coum, having a plain green foliage and flowering
in early Spring.
,, album, white, with brilliant purple eye
per doz. J 5 /-
„ lilacinum ,, 1 5 /-
,, roseum, soft light rose ,, 10/6
,, rubrum, deep rose
per 100, so/. ; ,, 6/6
Europaeum, crimson, sweet-scented, flowering
August to September. Plant this variety in a
shady situation 4 to 5 in. in peat
per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/6
,, established in pots ,, 4/6
Ibericum, differing from C. count in having a
silvery zoned foliage ; early Spring-
flowering.
„ Atkinsii, white, with crimson eye
per doz. 1 5/-
o 6
CYCLAMEN COUM ALBUM ESTABLISHED.
each-
Ibericum lilacinum, rosy lilac, with
crimson eye per doz. 15/-
„ roseum, pretty rose-coloured
flowers per doz. 7/6
„ rubrum, deep crimson flowers
per 100, 55/- ; per doz. 7/6
j> Whittalli, flowers ranging from
rose to white
per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/6
„ mixed varieties,
per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/6
Latifolium (syn. Rhodian Pink), a fine
species from Asia Minor, producing late
in spring elegant pale rose flowers ;
foliage marbled per doz. 5/6
Libanoticum, a pretty new species,
producing in Spring large rose-coloured
flowers, marked with deep carmine
in centre. First-Class Certificate
R-H.S per doz. 25/-
CYCLOBOTHRA. Now included under Calochortus
x CYPELLA platensis, a most beautiful plant from La Plata, bearing in Summer a succession
of deep sky-blue flowers with white and yellow centre ; suitable for pots or flower borders,
ht. 2 to 3 ft. ; treatment same as required for Tigridia per doz 10/6
x CYRTANTHUS.
angustifolius grand iflorus. See Novelty List, page 5
Macowanii, brilliant orange, very handsome, ht. I These are remarkable for their
1 , handsome drooping bio soms
Mackenil, sweetly scented pure white flowers in ' "
1 6
Neapolitanum (syn. graecum and
hedertefolium), the Iyy-leaved
Cyclamen, producing in Autumn rosy
pink flowers and in Winter large hand-
some silvery marbled foliage. This
Cyclamen should be largely used for
winter beds, associated with very early
spring-flowering bulbs, to which its
beautiful foliage forms a charming
groundwork... per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
,, extra strong roots
per 100, 42/- ; per doz. 5/6 o 6
Neapolitanum album, pure white
flowers and very beautiful silvery marbled
foliage per doz. 15/- 1 6
Repandum (syn. vernum), bright
crimson ; established masses are very
beautiful in Spring
per 100, 42/- ; per doz. 5/6 o 6
,, extra strong roots ,, 7/6 o S
,, album, pure white 21/- 2 o
clusters, very beautiful, ht. 1 ft J mer flowering.
Greenhouse - culture. Sum-
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BARR'S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
C Y RTA NTH US — continued.
Marian. See Novelty List, page 5. each
sanguineus (Inanda Lily of the Kaffirs'), a grand species, having flowers nearly as large
as a Vallota, rich blood-red, a splendid greenhouse plant, ht. I ft. ; very scarce. . .per doz. 48/-
x DAHLIAS, Pot-grown Dry Roots, ready to send out in November.
If these are started into growth early in March and grown on, they will bloom much earlier
than plants from cuttings, a great advantage where Dahlias are required either for decoration in the
garden or for cutting. A descriptive list of Dahlias can be had on application in January.
Barr’s Choicest Double Dahlias, 12 varieties, 6/- and 9/- ; 6 varieties, 3/- and 4/6
„ ,, Single Broad-Petal led Dahlias, 12 vars. 6/- ; 6 vars. 3/-
Barr’s Double Cactus Dahlias, SO Choice varieties 25/-, 35/-, and 42/-
„ „ „ „ 25 „ 10/6, 15/-, and 21/-
„ „ „ „ 12 „ ,, ... 5 / 6 , 7 / 6 , and 10/6
Barr’s Single Cactus Dahlias, 1 each 6 varieties 3 /-
Barr’s Double Pompon Dahlias leach 12 vars. 6/-; 6 vars. 3/-
DAFFODILS. See Daffodil Catalogue.
DAFFODILS Nosegay or Polyanthus Narcissi. See page 62 .
x DEUTZIA (Japanese Snow-flower)
gracilis, a very elegant plant, bearing clusters of pure while flowers in profusion ; it may be
forced gently for Spring decoration indoors Strong plants from open ground , cfd. &
Strong plants in pots
,, carminea. Sec Novelty List, page 5.
Lemoinei, a new hybrid between D. gracilis and O. parvijloi'a ; flowers large and pure
white, with yellow anthers, produced in profusion ; a fine introduction for border or rock-
garden or to force in pots in the temperate house Strong plants from open ground
Strong plants in pots
x DICENTRA {syn. Dielytra), The Lyre Flower, for Forcing or Planting out. Very
graceful pot-plants lor conservatory and room decoration, and valuable for cutting. I he
elegant pendent branches are loaded with heart-shaped flowers, and furnished with the most
graceful delicate green foliage. In shrubberies or shady borders, few plants in Summer
are so attractive. Plant in half shade with a S.W. or W. aspect.
spectabilis, beautiful rosy crimson, heart-shaped flowers, ht. if to 2 ft.
extra strong dumps, per doz. 6/6
,, alba, heart-shaped flowers of a pretty blush-white slightly shaded pink,
ht. 1.) ft strong dumps, per doz. 15/-
x ELISENA longipetala, a handsome warm greenhouse plant, bearing noble heads of large
white flowers, ht. 3 ft
ERANTHIS cilicica, a new Winter Aconite with flowers larger than those of E. hyemahs ,
and foliage more finely cut per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6
,, hyemalis. See Winter Aconite.
EREMURUS, beautiful border plants of noble aspect. They delight in a half-shaded situation
protected from the morning sun and sheltered from high winds ; a rich deep well-drained
loamy soil should be given them.
Bungei, flowers in July, yellow with orange-coloured anthers, covering one-third of the
stems, quite hardy ; a handsome border plant, ht. 5 to 6 ft
himalaicus, a most lovely species from the Himalayas, and one of the hardiest. It attains
a height of 5 to 8 ft., bearing dense flower-spikes nearly 2 feet long of large snowy white
flowers with golden anthers, from May to June 2 /6 &
himrob, a grand hybrid from himalaicus X robus/us, flowering early and producing immense
long flower spikes, densely clothed with large flowers of a beautiful blush shade, ht. 8 ft
robustus, a lovely species, producing large stately spikes of flesh-coloured flowers in May
and June, ht. 6 ft Roots according to size, each 5/6, 7/6 &
,, Elwesia.nus, a grand variety, bearing in Summer noble and stately spikes,
crowded with large beautiful flesh-coloured flowers, delicately scented, ht. 6 to 10 ft.
Awarded First-Class Certificate R.II.S 7/ 6 &
ERYTHRONIUM (Dog’s-Tooth Violets). In Spring there is no prettier sight than
a mass or edging of Dog’s-Tooth Violets, with their prettily variegated foliage and
graceful Cyclamen-like flowers. Naturalised in grass they present a charming picture.
A indicat es the large handsome American varieties strongly recommended for choice
positions in the rock-garden or for pot-culture ; they all prefer a partially shaded and
moist but well-drai ned situation. Plant the roots about 3 inches deep and surround with sand.
These American Erythroniums will be sent out early in October, and should he Planted at
once . The other Erythroniums can be supplied in September.
s. d
4 6
1 o
1 6
1 o
1 6
0 7
1 6
12 6
7 6
3 6
5 6
10 6
10 6
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4/-;
» Id.
IS/- ;
.. 2/3
•8/6;
.. 1/3
8/6;
.» i /3
4 / 6 ;
,, 8 d.
ERYTH RON I UNI— continued.
Dens-canis, purple, £ ft. ...\ each.-*.
,, rose, £ ft V each colour, per iooo, 42/-; per 100, 4/6; per doz. 8</.
,, white, \ ft. ... J
,, mixed colours 35/-;
,, Frans Hals, large-flowered purple, \ ft.
,, Pepin, large-flowered rose, } ft
,, La Neige, large-flowered white, \ ft
,, mixed, large-flowered per 1000, 40/-
americanum, (lowers bright yellow, slightly dotted brown at base ; it grows best in damp
shady places amongst grass, planted 3 inches deep, ht. J ft per too, 18/6 ; per doz. 2/8 o
Acitrinum, a bold cream-coloured flower with bright yellow spots at the base of each
petal, a fine species per doz. 4/6 o
A californicum (syn. giganteum), a most beautiful species, bearing on one stem
numerous large and elegant flowers of a delicate pale chrome-yellow, with orange markings
in centre; foliage handsomely mottled, ht. j ft. Special cheap offer, per too, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o
,, ,, ,, A few very large roots „ 30/-; ,, 4/- o
giganteum, see californicum.
A grandiflorum album, a fine species bearing 3 to 6 flowers, while delicately shaded
green, foliage self-green, ht. $ ft £, per doz. 5/6 o
A grandiflorum robustum, flowers of a bright buttercup-yellow, some having white
anthers, others red, foliage rich green without any spotting ; a fine robust-growing species,
ht. J ft. ....per too, 21/-; per doz. 3/- o
A Hartwegi, a charming early-flowering species bearing large elegant very pale yellow
flowers, foliage deep green, J ft Special cheap offer, per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o
A Hendersoni, a gem amongst Dog’s-Tooth Violets, flowers pale lilac, with purple centre,
surrounded by narrow yellow ring, very beautiful, ht. J ft per too, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o
purpurascens, flowers small, creamy, turning to purple, with orange centre, foliage long
dark green undulated with bronzy tints ; a pretty Alpine, of rather difficult culture, p. doz. 7/6 o
A revolutum (true), (Baker), large flowers opening blush or pink, and changing to rosy
purple, foliage slightly mottled, ht. £ ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o
A ,, Johnsoni, one of the most beautiful of the American Dog’s Tooth
Violets. The flowers have elegantly reflexing petals, and are of a charming
bright rose with yellow centre and golden anthers, ht. § ft. Award ok
Merit, R.H.S. Crop failed -
A ,, Watsoni (The Victoria Easter Lily), a charming species with very large
creamy white flowers, with golden central ring, foliage usually mottled
brown, ht. J ft per 100, 21/-; per doz. 3/- o
A Mixed American Large-Flowered Dog’B-Tooth Violets, all very beautiful, recom-
mended for naturalising in shady and moist situations.
Special cheap offer, per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 —
ERYTH RONIUM White Beauty. Arc Novelty List, /rye 5.
EUCHARIS amazonica (The White Amazon Lily), the snow-white flowers of this
handsome stove-plant are deliciously fragrant, and arc much used for bouquets and wreaths,
ht. I .V ft. We can offer fine well-grown healthy plants free from mite, as follows : —
Strong flowering single bulbs, established in pots, per doz. 21/- ; each 2/-
Established pots of several bulbs. ..pet pot, 7/6. Fine specimen plants. ..e ach 10/6, 15/- & 42/-
x EUCOMIS punctata, a handsome Autumn-flowering plant, with spotted foliage and long
spikes of wax-like white starry flowers spotted rose, very fragrant, ht. 2 ft Plant out of doors
in March or April in a rich light soil and sunny situation, or pot up earlier for indoor
decoration ; in Autumn lift the tubers and store in dry soil during winter per doz. 7/6 o
FREESIA. Freesias are prized for their delightfully fragrant graceful flowers, which last
longer in water than almost any other flower. They are easily grown, and may be forced
into bloom by Christmas if required. Plant the bulbs in September and October, 6 in a
5-inch pot, or 12 in a 7-inch pot makes a better display. The tops of the bulbs should be
buried 2 inches below the surface of the soil, which should be a compost of good mellow
loam, well-decayed farmyard manure and a little bonemeal. Care must be taken that there
is good drainage. Stand the pots outside on a sunny border and keep them slightly shaded
until growth is showing, when expose them to full sun. About the end of October, or before
severe frost comes on, remove the pots to the sunny part of a greenhouse and give plenty of
air (not draught). Or they may be placed in an airy, sunny window, care being taken not to
expose them to draught or the drying heat arising from gas. When the flower buds are
opening, a little weak liquid manure water will be found beneficial.
Leichtlini major (true), primrose, with orange blotch, i-J ft., per 100, 6/6; per doz. 1/- —
,, „ Extra large bulbs ,, 8/6 ; ,, 1/3 —
refracta, white with soft yellow blotch Very large bulbs „ 7/6; ,, 1/3 —
,, alba, the true pure white variety, bearing sprays of deliciously scented
snowy white flowers highly prized for cutting, I ft. ( The bulbs of this variety arc
a little smaller in she than the common F. refracta, but they produce more bloom
and will give greater satisfaction) per 100, 6/6 ; per doz. 1/- —
mixed hybrids 4/6; „ Sd.
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
A GROUP OF FR1TILLARIA RIELEAGRIS
( Very much reduced).
FREESIA — continued. each— s. d
Armstrong! (The Pink Freesia), Chapmanii (new), and Tubergeni (new).
See Novelty List, page 6.
FRITILLARIA, an extremely elegant family of hardy shade-loving plants, bearing graceful
drooping bell-shaped flowers in May.
The large-flowered varieties are charm-
ing for grouping in borders and for
clumps on rockwork; while the smaller-
flowered dwarf kinds are gems for select
nooks on the rockery. All are delightful
subjects for naturalising in grass in
shady glens or under large trees. A
little sharp sand placed around the
bulbs at time of planting is very bene-
ficial. As pot plants (several in a pot)
they are very pretty. The new varieties
of Meleagris are very fine.
meleagris (The Large Snake’s-
Head Fritillary).
,, pure white, graceful and
beautiful, ht. J ft.
per too, to/6 ; per doz. t/6 o 2
,, Cassandra (new), mottled
purple on a silvery grey ground,
and shaded green ; a very
striking and graceful flower,
ht. } ft.
per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o 2
„ Orion (new), very dark claret-
purple, mottled, ht. § ft.
per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o 2
meleagris Sylvanus (new), while, slightly mottled purple on the outside, pretty,
ht. J ft per too, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o 2
,, Triton (new), rich claret-purple, beautifully mottled ,, 12/6; ,, 1/9 o 2
,, mixed varieties, flowers rosy and purplish shades, beautifully chequered,
also pure white, ht. J ft per 100, 6/6; per doz. 1/- —
latifolia mixed shades, broad foliage and handsome chequered flowers, larger and
earlier than the Meleagris varieties, ht. I ft per 100, 17/6 ; per doz. 2/6 o 3
„ Beets, very large handsome flower, chequered bronzy red and yellow, inside
mottled yellow and red, ht. 1 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
„ Vondel, very large flower of great substance, dull rose and green, inside
mottled pale green and red, curious, ht. 1 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
askabadensis, a very beautiful new species from the mountains of Northern Persia,
flowering early in April, and resembling a refined Crown Imperial, having a leafy stem and
large bell-shaped flowers, chrome-yellow with greenish tinge, very elegant supply uncertain —
armena, rich yellow Charming dwarf species from Asia Minor, bearing ! p. 100, 10/6
[ elegant small bell-shaped flowers in April. They I p. doz. 1/6 o 2
,, rubra, J should beplanted in clumpsof 12 bulbs or more, onj
plum-coloured J rockwork, etc. They also make good pot-plants. ,, 2/- o 3
a urea, a very lovely species from Asia Minor, hearing in April large rich golden-yellow
flowers, with brownish mottling inside; charming alike in borders, pots, or on rockwork,
ht. -J ft. (a Coloured T/ate sent post free for 6rf.) per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o 2
„ „ „ „ Extra strong bulbs „ 15/-; ,, 2/3 o 3
citrina, pretty bright green bells, shaded citron-yellow, ht. f ft 10/6; ,, 1/6 c 2
coccinea, a remarkably showy species of very elegant growth and bearing handsome red
flowers with recurving petals ; more easily grown than F. reatrva, per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
Elwesii, a beautiful species, with large bright green bell-shaped flowers reflexed at mouth,
delicately blotched reddish brown, ht. 1 ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
Guicciardi, maroon-purple and green, distinct and pretty, ht. 1 ft ,, 7/6 o 8
imperialis. See page 29.
kamschatica (The Black Lily), producing elegant pyramidal spikes of handsome black
flowers in May, ht. f ft per doz. 10/6 1 o
lanceolata, flowers curiously mottled green, blown, and yellow, distinct, ht. I ft. ,, 6/6 o 7
,, gracilis, flowers dark brown mottled, pretty, ht. 1 ft ,, 6/6 o 7
libanotica, deep glaucous green foliage, flowers lilac and pale yellow, ht. i j ft., per doz. 4/6 o 5
macrophylla (syn. Lilium Thomsonianum), a charming species for greenhouse culture,
bearing numerous bright rosy lilac flowers on tall stems, ht, 3 ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
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FRITILLARIA — continued. each— s. d
Moggridgei, a lovely species with very large handsome drooping golden-yellow flowers,
ht. \ ft per doz. 6/- o 7
Oranensis, a very handsome and distinct Algerian species, flowers dark maroon and green,
ht. I ft per doz. 7/6 o 8
pallidiflora, very large handsome pale yellow chequered flowers, ht. 1 ft Cropfailed —
persica (The Persian Lily), from Mount Ararat, with spikes of numerous dusky brown,
small bell-shaped flowers, ht. 2 ft per too, 17/6 ; per doz. 2/6 o 3
piuriflora, true, remarkably distinct and beautiful, of very graceful habit, flowers pale
rosy purple, very early. It delights in shade with protection from cutting winds, per doz. 5/6 o 6
pontica, large bells, yellowish green, flushed rose, inside green with dark spots, ht. 1 ft.
per doz. 6/6 o 7
pudica, small deep golden-yellow bell-shaped fragrant flowers, in April, ht. 5 ft. ,, 6/6 o 7
pyrcnaica, large elegant plum-coloured bells reflexing at mouth, inside yellow, beautifully
reticulated brown, a most handsome plant, ht. ij ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
recurva, this beautiful species with its orange-scarlet drooping bells should have a place in
every collection of choice plants, ht. I ft large bulbs, per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
,, „ ,, immense bulbs ,, 7/6 o 8
ruthenica, graceful pendent bells of almost black flowers, ht. 1 ft 10/6 1 o
Thunbergii, a very distinct species with cream-coloured flowers. ..per 100,6/6 ; per doz. 1/- —
Whittallii (new), flowers beautifully tesselated inside and out with reddish brown on a
yellowish ground. First-Class Certificate R.H.S per ioo, 15/-; per doz. 2/3 o 3
FRITILLARIA imperialis— the Crown Imperial.
The Crown Imperial (Fritillaria im-
perialis) is a stalely hardy border-plant,
veiy effective in Spring. Its tall, stout,
leafy stem terminates in a cluster of large
drooping bell-shaped flowers, surmounted
by a whorl of fresh green leaves. For
forming bold groups in the permanent
border or on lawns it is of great value,
and should be allowed to remain un-
disturbed. To obtain the best success,
plant the bulbs in September and by
preference on their sides, to prevent
moisture accumulating in the centre. We
offer specially strong selected bulbs,
superior to what are usually sold, and
which we hope will all bloom the first
season. The Crown Imperial, however,
is a plant which is always better the
second year of planting.
Deep Orange-red,
very
showy,
lit- 3 ft
doz. 4/6 0 5
Fol.-variegatis, orange-red
flowers,
graceful variegated foliage.
ht. 3
ft.
per
doz. 8/6 0 9
Giant Red, handsome orange-red
flowers of immense size, ht. 3J ft.
per doz. 18/6 1 9
Large Yellow, bearing large hand-
some yellow flowers, ht. 3J ft. per doz. 8/6 o 9
Mixed, various shades, suitable for
naturalising
fritillaria imperialis (crown imperial). strong selected bulbs. per doz. 6/6 —
GALANTHUS (Snowdrop).
In the early Spring months there is nothing more beautiful than a sheet of the snowy graceful
blossoms of the Snowdrop. In planting, the bulbs should almost touch each other. An effect
of surpassing beauty may be obtained by associating Snowdrops with Scillas sibirica and
Bi folia, Chionodoxas, Wintrr Aconites, etc. Where possible such plantings should be
permanent, and the surface of the soil top-dressed in Summer and sown with annuals, such
as Nemophila, Leptosiphon, etc., or planted with surface-rooting bedding plants. The Snowdrop
and Crocus when planted in alternate circles are very effective, and follow each other so closely
that no gap is left in the succession.
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GALANTHUS— continued.
The Snowdrop looks charming when nestling in grass, on hedge banks, etc. The turf need
not be disturbed if Bards Bulb Planter be used (see page 91); this cuts out clean holes large
enough to take two or three bulbs. The Giant Single Snowdrop, Galanthus Elwesii, should
be extensively used ; its flowers are large and valuable for culling. In its wild state it is found
growing with the Chionodoxa, and the two associated together present a lovely picture.
Permanent plantings of Snowdrops should be made as far as possible in shady situations.
r. d. s. d. s. d
Single-flowering Snowdrops (G. nivalis) per 1000 22 6...p
,, ,, ,, extra fine bulbs ,, 32 6...
„ ,, ,, monster bulbs ,, 42 o...
Double-flowering Snowdrops (G. nivalis fl. pi.) ,, 25 o...
,, ,, ,, extra fine bulbs ,, 32 6...
,, ,, ,, a few very large bulbs ,, 42 o...
1002 6...p. doz. o 5
„ 3 9 06
,, 4 6... „ o 8
,, 2 9 °S
3 9- ..06
,, 4 6... ,,08
The above Single and Double Snowdrops cannot be guaranteed to flower all true. Amongst
the Doubles will be found some Singles, and vice-versa ; the admixture however in no way impairs
the charming effect they produce in the spring garden.
Double-flowering Snowdrops, guaranteed all true double, cultivated bulbs
per 1000, 42/- ; per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8 d.
GALANTHUS Elwesii, Elwes’ Giant Single Snowdrop, a distinct and beautiful species, and the
largest and most handsome of all Snowdrops. It has very large snowy globular flowers, the inner
segments being marked rich emerald-green and white. The bulbs for naturalising should be planted
where possible on slopes or in woodlands, in unmanured soil.
s.
d.
s.
d. s.
d
Extra Strong Selected Bulbs per 1000
30
o...per 100
3
6... per doz. o
6
Strong Selected Bulbs ,,
22
6
2
6... ,, 0
5
Smaller Bulbs for Naturalisation
15
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A Few Monster Bulbs for pot-culture, etc. ,,
35
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VARIOUS BEAUTIFUL SPECIES OF SNOWDROPS.
GALANTHUS VVH ITTALLI
(Much reduced ).
These are all beautiful, and clumps planted on the
border or on rockwork will afford much pleasure to
lovers of hardy flowers. s. d
Elwesii var. Cassaba, a strong grower with
handsome light glaucous green erect foliage, and
handsome well-formed globular snowy white
flowers with inner segments coloured bright green
except a small part above the mouth
per IOO, 15/- ; per doz. 2 3
Fosteri, a fine tall distinct species, with hand-
some broad bright glossy green foliage, flowers
snowy white, large, and fairly long, the inner
segments being coloured rich green except just
above the mouth per 100, 8/6; per doz. 1 3
Imperati, the Italian form of Galanthus
nivalis, and when established a fine tall grower;
plant in the shelter of shrubs and leave undisturbed
per 1000, 50/-; per 100, 5/6; per doz. o 10
Ikariae, a most lovely Snowdrop, with broad
glossy light green foliage, gracefully recurving,
and elegant globular snowy white flowers, inner
segments marked half way up from mouth bright
green per 1000, 55/- ; per 100, 6/- ; per doz. o 10
.. „ extra large bulbs, per ioo, 8/6 1 3
latifolius (Redoutei), a distinct species from
the Caucasus, with broad light green foliage
per 100, 17/6; per doz. 2 6
plicatus (The Giant Crimean Single Snow-
drop), a tall-growing species having distinct broad
plicate foliage ; flowers large, the inner segments
having a broad dark green blotch at tips
large bulbs, per 100, 21/-; per doz. 3 o
robustus, a very handsome tall-growing Snow-
drop, with broad glaucous foliage and large
globular snowy white flowers
per 1 00, 1 2/6 ; per doz. 1 9
Whittalli, a grand new Snowdrop, taller and more robust than Elwesii, while the blooms
are inclined to be larger and of a fine globular form ; the foliage is broad and handsome, of a
rich glaucous-green per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1 6
>• >• i< extra large bulbs „ 15/-; „ 23
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xGALTONIA candicans (Hyacinthus candicans), the Great Snow-White
Summer-flowering Hyacinth, growing 3 to 6 ft. high, according to soil and situation, *• ^
and bearing a spike of 20 to 50 pure white bell-shaped flowers ; a handsome decorative
plant for grouping in the flower border or on lawns, also a fine pot-plant for the conservatory.
Very effective when grouped with the scarlet Gladiolus Brenc/ileyensis. Plant from October
to March, covering the Autumn plantings with a little litter for the first winter.
Strong bulbs, per too, 5/6 ; per doz. -/to. Extra large bulbs, per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. I 3
GASTRONEMA. See Cyrtanthus.
GEISSORHIZA Rochensis, a Cape bulb of exquisite beauty, bearing in June intense
Tyrian blue flowers with rich crimson blotches in centre ; a little gem for pot-culture and
sunny nooks on rockwork, ht. J ft per doz. 7/6 ; each o 8
GELASINE azurea, a beautiful South American bulbous plant, producing in early summer
umbels of lovely deep blue flowers, ht . 1 ft. ; keep the bulbs dry duringwivler, per doz. 8/6 ; each o 9
GERANIUM tuberosum (Tuberous-rooted Crane's-bill), an elegant creeping plant
bearing several violet-rose flowers in Summer ; hardy in sunny spots on rockwork
per 100, 5/6 ; per doz. o 10
GERBERA Jamesoni. See Novelty List, page 6.
x GESNERAS, a very beautiful family of greenhouse plants requiring similar treatment to the
Achimenes ; their handsome velvety foliage and elegant spikes of brilliantly coloured flowers
render them objects of great beauty. 12 beautiful kinds, 10/6; 6 ditto, 5/6
X GLADIOLUS.
BARR’S EARLY-FLOWERING VARIETIES.
For Autumn and Winter Planting.
These beautiful Early-flowering Gladioli
should be largely planted for supplying cut
bloom from May to July ; and for the fine
effect they produce in the flower garden. G.
Colville! The Bride is extensively grown in
pots and boxes for cutting during April, May,
and June. All may be grown in pots for in-
door decoration.
Culture Outdoors. — Select a situation
protected from cutting winds and shaded from
the midday sun. Deeply dig the ground, working
in plenty of rotten manure in the underspit, and
sec that the soil is made light and friable ; plant
the bulbs from October to January, at a depth
of four to five inches, and in the case of the
later plantings soak the bulbs in water a few
hours before putting them in the ground. Before
severe frost comes on cover with a little long
straw litter or other light material, which remove
in March. Gladiolus byzavtinus and the Colvillei
varieties are best planted in October or early
in November. If the Summer is dry and the
weather hot, give an occasional good soaking
of water or weak liquid manure. A mulching
of well-decayed manure in early summer will
considerably benefit the plants.
Culture for Conservatory Decora-
tion. — Plant three to five bulbs, according to
size, in a 5-or 6-inch pot, and plunge in ashes
up to the rim of the pot in a cold frame or pit,
withholding water till the bulbs have started
into growth; outlie pots maybe buried up to
the rim in ashes out of doors under a south
wall, a light covering being given during severe
frost. When the plants are in bud they may
be removed to the conservatory or greenhouse,
x EARLY SUMMER-FLOWERING HARDY GLADIOLI. per *0 per doz.
Byzantinus, showy brilliant rosy claret, useful for borders, naturalising, or cutting, 5 ‘ d ' s ' li
ht. 2 ft ...per 1000,25/- 2 9...0 5
Colvillei, crimson-purple, flaked white, very showy, valuable for naturalisation,
lit. 2.} ft per 1000, 25/- 2 9 ..o 5
,, roseus, flowers soft rose with deep salmon-rose stripe down petals, very
beautiful and decorative, ht. 2 ft. This variety blends charmingly with the
snowy white flowers of The Bride per 1000, 45/- 5 0...0 9
11 The Bride, pure white flowers, valuable in early summer for border de-
coration and cutting. A grand pot-plant indoors, ht. 2 ft.
Strong selected bulbs, per 1000, 42/- 4 6...0 8
EARLY-FLOWERING GLADIOLUS “BLUSHING BRIDE’
(Much reduced).
toco
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x SUMMER-FLOWERING HARDY GLADIOLI. f . ,/
each of 20 beautiful vars 20/- I 6 each of 12 beautiful vars. 9/- & 15 o
>1 20 ,, )i 10/6 | 3 ,, 12 ,, ,, 5/6 & & o
IOO I
d.
6..
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s. d
6... i
6... 1
Extra, choice mixture, containing an extra fine selection of colours and including
some of the newer seedlings, lit. 15 to 21 in per 1000, 45/- ; per ioo, 5/- ; perdoz. o 9
Fine mixture, beautiful shades; valuable for filling beds and borders, and to plant for
cutting, ht. 15 to 20 in per 1000, 21/- ; per 100, 2/3 ; per doz. o 4
The numbers after the name indicate the relative time of llowering ; thus, those marked
(1) come into bloom first, while those marked (3) are the latest to bloom. p .
Ackerman (3), salmon, with conspicuous white blotches, edged carmine and fiery •>'
scarlet, very beautiful, ht. ft 7
Blushing Bride (2), one of the most beautiful, flowers ivory-white with deep
crimson (lakes, ht. 22 in., strong grower Strong selected bulbs 7
Cardinalis elegansfj), fiery
orange-scarlet, with conspicuous
snow-white blotches and light
centre, very handsome, ht. 21 in. 10
Cardinalis roseus (3),
flowers a beautiful rose with
salmon band on petals and prim-
rose blotch, ht. 15 in
Crimson Queen, fiery orange-
scarlet with crimson glow,
blotched carmine and white, of
branching habit, very showy
Fairy Queen (new), deep
salmon-rose shaded orange towards
centre, with white blotches heavily
margined blood - crimson, very
pretty and free llowering 4
Favourite (3), salmon-rose, with
cream-coloured blotch margined
crimson, very free strong grower,
ht. 25 in 5
Fire King (3), brilliant orange-
scarlet, flaked crimson and while,
large handsome (lowers, ht. 21 in.,
strong grower —
Formosissimus (3) brilliant
deep scarlet, with snow-white
blotches, edged blood-crimson, ht.
26 in., strong grower
General Scott ( 3) white shaded
delicate rose, with cream-coloured
blotches, edged brilliant vermilion,
very beautiful, ht. 15 in 30
Insignis (3), large flowers, rosy scarlet, flaked purple, ht. 2 ft
Little Lady (new) (3), very beautiful and dainty, flowers ivory-white, with con-
spicuous cream-coloured blotch, broadly margined blood-crimson, ht. 15 in
Lucretia (3), clear white, with large blotches of pale primrose, margined deep rose,
ht. ij ft
Madame Cowsin (3), flowers large, white shaded lavender, with bright lilac
blotches, edged purple, and blue anthers, distinct and beautiful, ht. 22 in 30
Modesty (3), blush shaded white, lower petals faintly blotched cream and rose, and
elegantly undulated, very pretty 6
Ne Plus Ultra (1), salmon -rose shaded scarlet, blotches white bordered blood-red,
ht. 2\ ft., strong grower 12
Pascal (3), pale salmon-pink, with conspicuous white blotches margined crimson,
ht. 18 in 10
Peach Blossom (1), a most lovely new variety, producing graceful spikes of charm-
ing flowers, deiicate rosy blush, blotched pale rose and cream, a robust grower and
very free bloomer, ht. 14 in. Award of Merit R.H.S 12
Pink Perfection (3), bright salmon-rose, lower petals having white blotches
margined blood-crimson, ht. 28 in., robust grower 7
Prince Rudolph (1), dark cherry-scarlet, with crimson blotch, handsome, ht. 15 in
Queen Victoria (3), bright scarlet, flaked white, showy, ht. 21 in 12
Queen Wilhelmina (3), flowers large, blush, with conspicuous cream-coloured
blotches margined crimson and scarlet, very pretty, ht. 22 in
GI.A DIOLUS CARDINALIS ELEGANS.
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GLADIOLI— SUMMER-FLOWER I NG — continued. I 1 ' lo °; P- doz '
. s. a. s. d
Red Prince, orange-scarlet, with very distinct clear white blotches, deeply edged
crimson, a handsome variety, ht. 20 in 17 6... 2 6
Rose Queen (2), full soft rose, inside shaded blush, and having conspicuous
blotches of blood-red, with cream-coloured eye, very pretty, ht. 20 in 10 6...1 6
Salmon Queen (3), flowers delicate salmon, lower petals blotched white with
blood-red margin 10 6...1 6
Sarnian Gem (1), beautiful soft pink, with white blotches, edged crimson, ht. 18 in. 15 0...2 3
Zim merman n (3), white shaded lavender, with blotches of cream bordered violet,
ht. 21 in 6 6... 1 o
x GLADIOLUS BRENCHLEYENSIS.
The Large-flowered Vermilion-Scarlet Gladiolus, preceding the
Gladiolus gandavensis varieties m tune of flowering. A fine effect may be produced
by massing this Gladiolus vvitli Galtonia candicans, the snowy white spikes of which
top the Scarlet Gladioli ; both bloom at the same time.
Good powering bulbs, per 1000, 50/- 5 6...0 10
Extra strong bulbs ... ,, 80/- 8 6...1 3
Monster bulbs 12 6...1 9
x BARR’S AUTUMN-FLOWERING GLADIOLI.
GLADIOLUS GANDAVENSIS.
A full descriptive list of these Gladioli, with cultural directions, will be found in our Special
Early Sprint. • Bulk List published in January , which may be had on application.
Plant the bulbs out of doors from March to May, or pot up in February and March.
GwT Orders can be booked for delivery in January, February, or March. P* 10 ^
3 each of 30 beautiful
vars.
42/-. 63/-, & 84/-
Red and Scarlet shades, in mixture
12
6... i
9
1
30
... 15/-, 22/-, & 29/-
Crimson Shades, in mixture
12
6...1
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3
20
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.. 25/-, 34/-, & 65/.
Rose shades, in mixture
12
6... 1
9
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20
... 8,6, 1 1/6, & 22/-
White grounds, in mixture
18
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... 13/-, 21/-, & 35/-
Yellowish grounds, in mixture
16
6. ..2
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••• 4/6, 7/-. & 12/-
Flesh and Salmon shades, mixed ...
16
6 ..2
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Barr’s Choicest Strain, in mixture, bearing bold spikes of large band-
some flowers in great variety of rich and brilliant colours ; a grand strain.. 18 6.. .2 8
Barr’s Choicest Strain, in mixture, bearing bold spikes of large hand-
some flowers in great variety of rich and brilliant colours ; a grand strain 18 6... 2 8
Fine Mixture, embracing many rich and varied colours, with bold spikes of large
handsome flowers io 6...I 6
White Lady, a grand and valuable introduction, being the only good pure white Gladiolus
Gandavensis yet raised. The flowers, which are large and of fine substance, have the lower petals
faintly marked with very delicate pale yellow, which enhances the beauty of the flower
per doz. 15/- ; each 1/6
x GLADIOLUS, New Hybrid Butterfly (Lemoine’s Hybrids of the best forms of G.
Gandavensis x G. purpureo-auratus), without doubt the most beautiful of all Gladioli, and
should have a place in every flower border ; the flowers are of the most delicate and brilliant shades,
and are all handsomely blotched with fine contrasting colours, reminding one of the beautiful
Butterfly Tulips ( Calockorti ). They are hardy vigorous growers, and bloom during the interval
between the early and late-flowering Gladioli. A descriptive list will be found in our Spring
Bulb Catalogue , ready in January.
3 ea. of 20 extra choice varieties. . .
63/-
3 ea. of 6 extra choice vars.,
10/6, 15/-, 21/-, & 30/-
1 „
20 ,,
1 »» 6 ,, ,, ,,
4/-. 7/6, & 10/6
3
12 ,, „ ,, 25/-,
42/-, & 60/-
3 ,,12 fine varieties
7/-
1
12 „ „ „ 9/-.
IS/-, & 21/-
1 „ 12 „ „
2/6
Lafayette, a remarkably fine variety which we can confidently recommend for its decorative
character in the garden. The flowers are large, of a beautiful cream colour, faintly flushed
rose and with striking blotches of ruby-crimson, very beautiful ; a robust grower
per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6
Barr’s Splendid Mixed Hybrids, a special mixture of the finest selected hybrids, and
is sure to please, giving the greatest variety of colours with most beautiful markings, and all with
fine handsome spikes of bloom ; it is quite a superior mixture to what is usually sold
per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6
Barr’s Fine Mixed Hybrids, containing a good variety of colours, all with beautiful
markings and fine spikes of bloom per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6
x GLADIOLUS NANCEIANUS, New Giant-flowered.
Lemoine’s Newest Race of Gladioli (Hybrids of G. Lcmoinei x G. Saundersii), having very
large open flowers of elegant outline and brilliant colours and markings, freely produced on erect
branching spikes. Very free-flowering and decorative.
3 each of 12 beautiful named varieties 38/- & 50/-
1 ,, 12 „ „ „ 13/- & 17/6
Finest Mixed Hybrids of Nanceianus, a grand mixture of colours, per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/-
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» GLADIOLUS CHILDSII, New Giant-flowered.
Max Leichtlin’s Hybrid Gladioli (Hybrids of G. Gandavensis x G. Saundersii). This race
of Gladioli was first raised by Herr Max Leiclitlin, of Baden-Baden, and has been still further
improved by Mr. Childs, of New York. There is less range of colour than in G. Nanceianus and
G. letnoinei, but the lloweis are larger and the plants taller and more robust. \Ye can recommend
them specially for grouping in herbaceous and shrubbery borders.
3 each of 18 named varieties 24/- I 3 each of 12 named varieties 15/- & 25/-
1 ,. 18 ., 8/6 I 1 „ 12 „ „ 5/6 & 9 /-
Finest Mixed Hybrids, recommended for beds and grouping in borders. ..per too, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3
( A descriptive list of G. Nanceianus and G. Childsii will be found in our Spring Bulb Catalogue.')
x GLADIOLUS MIKADO, a beautiful new break fiom Gladiolus Brenchleyensis, having the same long
handsome spikes, but colour a pale blush-rose shading to cream, with lower petal striped crimson on
a primrose-coloured ground per 100, 15/-; per doz. 2/3 ; each 3 d.
x GLADIOLUS EXCELSIOR, a very beautiful new strain, the result of crossing some of the best
varieties of Gladiolus Gandavensis with Gladiolus Nanceianus. the flowers are very large and open,
and range in colour from salmon-scarlet to soft blush-rose, with scarlet and cream-coloured blotch
or crimson blotch on a white ground, lit. 3 to 3/ ft.
Beautiful Mixed Hybrids, per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6
GLADIOLI, Rare and Beautiful Species.
Of the species offered below, Alains should be planted under a south wall, or in sunny warm spots
on rockwork. The other species are quite hardy. Saundersi plant in Spring, the others in Autumn.
These beautiful Gladioli flower April to June, except Dracocephalus and Saundersi, which bloom July
to August. each— s. d
alatus, a remarkably beautiful and showy dwarf species with large elegant lemon-coloured
flowers, broadly tipped brick-red, ht. 8 in per doz. 4/6 o 5
x blandus, var. albiflorus, a very beautiful Cape species, flowers with elegantly waved
petals, varying from ivory-white to white tipped rose, with a slight blotch of primrose in the
centre, ht. J ft. ; recommended for pot-culture, Cape pit, or sunny nooks on rockwork
per doz. 7/6 o 8
crispiflorus major, a beautiful Armenian species, with rosy claret-coloured flowers,
marked white and lilac per doz. 2/6 o 3
x dracocephalus, a curious and interesting species, flowers finely speckled reddish brown
on a golden-yellow ground, August-flowering, ht. I3 ft per doz. 2/6 o 3
x floribundus, a beautiful July-flowering species, white with violet .flaking, ht. 3 ft.
per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1/6 o 2
grandis, bearing in summer graceful spikes of reddish brown speckled flowers, delightfully
fragrant, ht. ij ft per doz. 8/6 o 9
imperialis, a veiy showy July-flowering Gladiolus, producing bold spikes of large open
flowers, carmine heavily blotched blood-crimson, ht. 32 in Crop failed —
xprinceps. See Novelty List , page 6 per doz. 15/- 1 6
x Saundersi, bright salmon-scarlet, lower petals white, spotted scarlet, ht. 2 ft. ... ,, 10/6 1 o
segeium, rosy red with white markings, charming species, ht. 2 ft. per 100, 10/6 ,, 1/6 o 2
tristis (syn. spiralis), bearing in summer graceful spikes of large greenish white sweet-
scented flowers, prized for cutting per 100, 15/- : per doz. 2/3 o 3
vinulus, white, with beautiful carmine markings on lower petals, very lovely
per too, 10/6 ; ,, 1/6 o 2
1 each of the above Gladiolus species, 5/-.
x GLORIOSA (Glory Lilies), very beautiful bulbous warm greenhouse or stove climbers with
brilliantly coloured flowers. Trained on globes or wires the blooms are seen to advantage.
The roots should be grown in a compost of loam and peat.
Leopold i. See Novelty List, page 6 .
Rothschildiana (new), a very beautiful species from Uganda, and the finest of all , with
flowers measuring nearly 6 inches across, colour crimson-lake, the perianth segments being
margined gold, anthers golden 5 6
superba (The Malabar Glory Lily), bearing showy rich orange-red flowers; when trained
on a globe or along a wire its splendid blossoms are seen to the best advantage 3 6
virescens (syn. Methonica Plantii), the Mozambique Lily, flowers rich orange and
yellow 2 3
GLORY OF THE SNOW. See Chionodoxa, page 20.
x GLOXINIA, Barr’s Exhibition Named Varieties per doz. 24/-, 30/- & 36/- —
- Good Named Varieties per doz. 12/6 —
x Barr’s Beautiful Seedling Varieties, Mixed ,, 6/6 —
GRAPE HYACINTH. See Muscari. GUERNSEY LILY. See Nerine sarniensis.
H/EMANTHUS (The Blood-flower), it would not be possible to overrate the grand effect of
these noble plants, whether grown in the greenhouse or stove.
Andromeda, a fine hybrid of //. Katherinee x H. magnificus, bearing the largest flowers
of all, and forming heads measuring 6 to 8 inches across; colour rich salmon-red, June
flowering ; of easy culture in a warm greenhouse 7 6
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HAiMANTHUS — continued. each— s. d
Kalbreyeri, a grand plant with immense heads of numerous flowers which are brilliant
vermilion with golden anthers, very showy, lit. I ft 6 6
Katharinae, a magnificent plant of noble bearing, with large heads of brilliant orange-
scarlet flowers, lit. 2 ft 6 6
Nelsoni, a fine distinct species, having soft rosy pink flowers with yellow stamens, lit. i ft. 3 6
puniceus, orange-scarlet, ht. 1 ft., each 2/6; coccineus, scarlet, ht. 1 ft 3 6
HELLEBORUS NIGER Type (The White Christmas Rose), one of the most useful
varieties, bearing pure white flowers from December to March
good dumps, per doz. 10/6 & 15/- ; 1/- & 1 6
altifolius true (syn. H. niger maximus), a very distinct and now rare Christmas Rose,
producing in November and December very large flowers on long stalks, white tinged pink,
or, if opened under glass, pure white, foliage dark green, stem red speckled per doz. 30/- 3 6
angustifolius true (syn. Iuyernis) (St. Brigid’s Christmas Rose). This is certainly
the finest pure white large-flowered Christmas Rose, and one of the hardiest and best growers ;
the foliage is of a clear fresh green, and the snowy white flowers are produced from January
to March ... per doz. 30/- 2 9
Madame Fourcade, a fine white' intermediate-flowering variety, coming in between
altifolius and the type strong dumps, per doz. 25/- 2 3
HELLEBORUS ORIENTALIS. See Hardy Plant Catalogue, free on application.
HOMERIA collina (Bobartia), a beautiful Sparaxis-like plant, producing in May a profusion of
orange-red flowers with yellow centre, measuring 2-J- inches across, ht. 2 ft., cultural treatment
same as for Ixias per 100, 5/6 ; per doz. 10 d.
BARR’S CHOICE NAMED HYACINTHS.
For Glasses, Jardinets, Bowls, Pots, and for Exhibition.
Culture in Pots.— The soil should be a compost of good fibrous loam with a libcial addition
of leaf-soil, sharp sand, and thoroughly well-decayed cow manure. PHYTOBROMA (see page 92) may also
be added at the rate of 1 lb. per bushel. The compost should be well mixed and left to stand some time
before being used. New pots should be well soaked in water before use.
In potting, barely cover the bulb, and let the soil be £ in. below the rim of the pot, to allow for
watering. After potting give one good watering and then place the pots outdoors on a bed of ashes,
cover with six inches of cocoa fibre, and leave them exposed to all weathers. When the bulbs have well
rooted , and made about an inch of top growth, they may be removed indoors, first into a subdued light,
until the blanched foliage has attained its full green colour, and then into the sunniest situation at command
in the greenhouse or conservatory. It is a good plan to place an inverted flower pot over the young
growths for a few days after being removed from the plunging bed, as by so doing they are protected
from possible draught. Abundance of air, a moderately moist atmosphere, and plenty of water at the
roots are then necessary for early well -developed flow'er-spikes. A dry or frosty atmosphere or a draughty
situation will cause the flower-buds to shrivel. Forcing should only be done gently , the temperature not
exceeding 60 degrees. A too frequent fault made in forcing H) acinths is that they are subjected to
heat before the bulbs are fully rooted.
For earliest flowers— namely, for January and February — pot middle of September and leave in the
plunging bed 10 to 12 weeks.
If finely developed trusses and rich colours are preferred to very early flowers, the
Hyacinth should not be forced ; pot up the bulbs middle of October and leave them plunged out of
doors three months or more, according to season, then remove them to a mild temperature like that of a
cool greenhouse, a sitting-room window, or frame, always selecting the sunniest and most genial situation.
Culture in Glasses. — We rcco?nmend only Single Hyacinths for glasses. The most reliable
sorts for growing in glasses we have indicated by > P. Pure clean water (rain-water by preference) the
same temperature as the room should be used, with a piece or two of pure wood charcoal in it. The
bulb can be made secure in the glass by a piece of fish netting, and its base should at all times just
touch the water. Place the glasses in a cool dark place to encourage root growth, and keep supplied with
water as required. When nearly full of roots (not before), and an inch or two of top growth has been
made, admit them to the light gradually, and then to the sunniest place at command where there is full
light and an even airy temperature. Avoid a too dry or frosty atmosphere or a draughty situation , as
such conditions will often cause the flower-buds to shrivel up. A little rain-water gently sprinkled
daily on the green flower-spikes will assist in their development. Barr's Fertilised Fibre and Charcoal
Mixture is an excellent material for growing Hyacinths in, and is clean and inoffensive to handle
(see page 2 for directions).
Culture in Jardinets. — For this purpose Barr's Fertilised Fibre and Charcoal Mixture is
undoubtedly the best material to use. It should be always kept moist, and when the jardinet is removed
to the sitting-room the surface should be covered with fresh green carpet moss or mossy Saxifrage. Grown
in jardinets, Hyacinths are charming when associated with early Spring-flowering bulbs like Chionodoxas,
Scilla sibirica, Snowdrops, Tulips, Crocuses, Narcissi, Iris reticulata, etc.
Hanging MOSS Balls of Hyacinths.— Very charming hanging baskets of Hyacinths
can be made with balls of fresh Sphagnum moss, 9 inches in diameter. First make up a ball of moss about
8 inches in diameter, into which insert the Hyacinth bulbs all round, binding them in with string and more
moss so that only their points are visible. Then run a wire through by which the ball can be suspended
in greenhouse or sitting-room window. No more attention will be required except to dip the ball in water
about once a fortnight. Such hanging baskets can be effectively made with Named or Bedding Hyacinths,
and also with Roman Hyacinths. The open wirework baskets which are sold can be filled in the same way.
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
BARR’S NEW “PRIZE-WINNING” EXHIBITION HYACINTHS.
A very careful selection of a few of the finest Hyacinths for Exhibitors.
We have selected these varieties out of many hundreds, as being specially suitable for exhibition on
account of their grand spikes of fine form, their large bells and beautiful colours. .Several of them are
new varieties, and a great advancement on existing kinds. Most of them have been awarded prizes and
certificates of merit.
k indicates those sorts which should be selected where the bulbs are required for growing in glasses.
3 each of 12 Magnificent Exhibition Hyacinths, £ 2 2r.
1 „ 12 „ „ „ 15/- P erd T ? ch ,
Avalanche, producing broad erect spikes of beautiful snowy white flowers 12 0...1 3
Black Prince (3), large, compact spike, violet-black, handsome 12 0...1 3
k Bluebell (2), large bold spike with large light porcelain-blue bells, shaded silvery
white towards centre 7 6...0 8
Blush Perfection (3), semi-double, delicate flesh colour — ...2 o
k Blush Queen, immense spike, and bells of a lovely soft blush-rose 7 6...0 8
Cantab, beautiful light blue 7 6...0 8
Cardinal Wiseman (4), charming light rose-pink 7 6...0 8
q. City of Haarlem (2), pure yellow, large handsome spike, very beautiful. Award
of Merit R.H.S iS 0...1 8
Distinction (3), maroon-crimson, shaded black, very handsome 9 0...0 10
4 ' Duke of Clarence (2), blush-white, broad spike of large solid bells 10 6...1 o
4 ” Electra (3), lovely sky-blue, immense long spike 10 6...1 o
k Galatea (3), delicate pale heliotrope, large bells — ...1 o
Isabelle (3), double, blush, immense compact spike with large bells 7 6...0 8
Ivanhoe (3), rich deep violet shaded black, very long spike with bells closely set,
handsome — ...2 6
J. H. Veen (2), forming broad compact spikes with bells of a brilliant dark blue,
very handsome. First-Class Certificates R.Il.S and R.E.S — ...2 6
k King Cole (The Black Hyacinth) (3), glittering black with violet tinge, large spike 12 0...1 3
King of Roses (4), large broad spike and immense bells, soft full rose, very beautiful — ...2 0
King of Scarlets (3), rich dark crimson-scarlet, an intense glowing colour, fine
compact spike — ...2 6
King of the Reds (4), rich brilliant red with white eye, large handsome spike — ...2 6
k King of the Whites (2), a very handsome snow-white variety 12 0...1 3
La Belle (4), immense broad spike, delicate pale rose 15 0...1 6
Leviathan (2), beautiful blush, immense broad spike 7 6...0 8
'k Lord Balfour (2) pretty soft rose-purple, striped blush, large broad spike and large
bells 7 6...0 8
Magnificent (3), double, rich clear light blue, large spike and bells 15 0...1 6
k Marchioness of Lome (4), beautiful chamois 7 6...0 8
4' Pearl Queen (2), pretty French grey, a novel colour in Hyacinths — ...2 6
Queen of the Yellows (3), pure yellow, well-finished compact spike 10 6...1 o
Sweetheart (1), pure white, of beautiful form — ...2 o
k Yellow Hammer (3), the finest yellow Hyacinth, with immense broad well-
formed spike; strongly recommended for growing in pots, pans, jardinets and
glasses, etc 7 6...0 8
One Bulb each of the foregoing 29 grand Hyacinths, 36/-
BARR’S FIRST-SIZE NAMED HYACINTHS.
Bulbs the Finest of the Season's Crop.
The varieties of Hyacinths described below, and included in the following selections, we have
personally selected during our many visits of inspection to the Finest Hyacinth Farms in
Holland, and experience has proved them the most worthy of cultivation.
ttir For the convenience of buyers we have indicated the relative earliness or lateness of the various
kinds by (r), (2), (3), (4) : thus those marked (1) are the first to bloom, those marked (4) are the latest.
BARR’S POPULAR SELECTIONS OF FIRST-SIZE NAMED HYACINTHS.
100 extra fine Hyacinths in SO vars. £$ 10 o
50 ,, ,, ,, in 25 „ 1150
25 „ „ „ in 25 ,, o 18 6
12 „ „ ,, in 12 „ 7/6 &o 10 6
3 each 30 fine varieties ,£250
3 ,, 20 ,, ,, 1 12 6
3 >> fS ,, ,, 140
1 „ 12 „ 056
Mixed Hyacinths from named varieties for pot-culture, in a good variety of colours
per 100, 35/- ; per doz. 5/-
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HYACINTHS FOR POT-CULTURE— continued.
(KT All the Hyacinths in the following List are single except where otherwise stated.
The double varieties we recommend only for pot-cullurc and not for growing in glasses or forcing. Those
sorts marked 4 r should be selected where the bulbs arc intended for growing in glasses.
THE SOFTER AND MORE DELICATE SHADES OF RED. SUCH AS BLUSH-ROSE. ROSE-PINK. Etc.
each — J. d
Cavaignac (4), salmon, striped deep
rose, very large spike per doz. 8/6 o 9
Cosmos (3), rich rosy pink, fine spike o 6
'R Dainty Maid (3), double , fine pale
blush rose, large bells and spike
per doz. 7/6 o 8
Eldine (2), delicate pale rose, shaded
white, of beautiful form per doz. 8/6 o 9
'P Fabiola (4), fine rose-pink, striped car-
mine, large bells and spike ...per doz. 5/6 o 6
Grootvorst (3), double , blush-pink,
large compact spike o 6
'p Lady Derby, lovely rose-pink, large
compact spike I o
'P L’Ornement Rose (3), soft flesh-
rose, large compact spike ...per doz. 7/6 o 8
Lord Percy (2), beautiful soft pale rose,
large spike per doz. 9/- 010
'P Moreno (2), bright pink, large bells and
spike per doz. 7/6 o 8
Noble Par Merite, double , bright
rose shaded blush, well-formed spike
per doz. 5/6 o 6
each — j. d
Norma (2), satin-rose, large handsome
bells and spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
Pink Perfection (3), beautiful clear
pink, large beautifully formed spike
per doz. 7/6 o 8
Prince of Wales, colour lively rose
striped white, fine compact spike o 8
'P Roseus maximus (4), delicate soft
rose, large bells and fine spike
per doz. 6/6 o 7
Rosy Morn (2), beautiful rich soft rose,
large compact spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
Sultan’s Favourite (3), delicate
rose, striped pink, handsome spike
per doz. 5/6 o 6
Triomphe des Roses (3), delicate
pale rose, very large compact spike
per doz. 10/6 I o
Victor Emmanuel (1), bright rose
with blush stripe, fine compact spike
per doz. 8/6 o 9
THE RICHER AND DEEPER SHADES OF
'P Amy (2), vivid crimson-scarlet, fine spike
per doz. 4/6
Chancellor (4), double , rose with
darker stripe, fine spike
■P Countess of Rosebery (3), dark
red, large handsome spike ...per doz. 7/6 o 8
Etna (4), brilliant deep rose, striped
white, large broad spike per doz. 8/6 o 9
Feu de I’Empire (3), bright salmon-
pink, very large spike per doz. 7/6 o 8
SP Garibaldi (1), rich crimson, large
splendid spike per doz. 7/6 o 8
rp General Pelissier (1), intense deep
crimson, large spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
Gertrude (3), rose-carmine, fine com-
pact spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
Glow (3), deep rose, shaded buff, fine
large spike ; an attractive colour I 3
'PKing of the Belgians (4), very
brilliant deep crimson-scarlet ; inclined to
throw up more than one spike, per doz. 5/6 0 6
THE MORE DELICATE AND SOFTER SHADES
Bloksberg (4), double, beautiful clear
azure-blue, large bells, good spike
per doz. 5/6 o 6
'P Blondin (3), rich azure-blue, bottom of
tube bluish purple, large spike, per doz. 5/6 o 6
T Count Andrassy (2), bright light
blue, large bells, fine compact spike
per doz. 7/6 o 8
Couronne de Celle (2), beautiful
azure-blue, large bells and spike
per doz. 5/6 o 6
>R Czar Peter (3), beautiful clear blue,
large bells, large handsome perfect spike
per doz. 9/- O 10
Delicata, pale silvery lilac shaded
white, large bells, .beautiful, per doz. 7/6 o 8
Forget-me-Not (3), pretty light
blue, fine spike., per doz. 9/6 o 10
salmon-pink, large spike, model form
per doz. 8/6 o 9
Lord Macaulay (3), carmine, chang-
ing to vivid crimson-scarlet, large spike
per doz. 6/6 o 7
'R Mr. Robert Steiger (3), rich rose-
carmine, large compact spike, per doz. 5/6 o 6
Mrs. Beecher Stowe (3), rich rosy
red, large splendid spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
Princess Louise (3), double, fine deep
rose, large compact spike ...per doz. 8/6 o 9
TTolIens (3), bright rose-carmine, fine
spike o 7
Von Schiller (4), glowing crimson-
carmine per doz. 6/6 o 7
Vuurbaak (4), handsome deep glowing
crimson-scarlet, fine large compact spike
per doz. 7/6 o 8
OF BLUE, SUCH AS AZURE, PEARL-BLUE, Etc.
Grand Lilas (2), silvery lilac, large
spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
Leonidas (2), rich blue, large bells and
spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
<k Lord Derby (3), pearl-blue, very large
handsome spike per doz. 8/6 o 9
>R Pieneman (2), fine rich light bine, very
large bells, and large spike ...per doz. 4/6 o 5
'F Queen of the Blues (4), beautiful
azure-blue, large bells, and handsome
spike ; a most lovely Hyacinth, but it
should not be forced per doz. 7/6 o 8
kRegulus (3), rich porcelain-blue, fine
spike per doz. 3/6 o 4
4k Schotel (2), pale porcelain-blue, large
bells, handsome spike per doz. 6/6
E
RED, SUCH AS DEEP ROSE, CRIMSON, SCARLET, Etc.
Koh-i-noor (4), semi-double, bright
o 7
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB OATALOQUE, Autumn, 1908.
HYACINTHS FOR POT-CULTURE — continued.
DARK BLUE, PURPLE
each — s. d
* Baron Van Tuyll (i), purple, large
spike per doz. 4/6 a 5
Captain Boyton (2), fine deep porce-
lain-blue, large handsome spike, p. doz. 6/6 o 7
* Charles Dickens, singled), dark
porcelain, shaded lilac, fine spike, doz. 5/6 o 6
Charles Dickens, double (2),
dark porcelain, shaded lilac, fine spike
per doz. 5/6 o 6
* Duke of Connaught (4), dark
blue, large spike o 9
General Havelock (3), rich glitter-
ing purple, very large spike... per doz. 8/6 o 9
Grand Maitre (2), deep porcelain-
blue, very large handsome spike
per doz. 4/6 o 5
CLARET-COLOUR A
Claret Cup (3), rich claret with
blackish stripe, well-formed spike
per doz. 10/6 I o
Harlequin (3), purplish rose, white
centre, handsome spike o 9
VIOLET, BLACK, Etc.
each— s.
'i'King of the Blues (4), rich dark
blue, large bells, fine spike. ..per doz. 4/6 o 5
Marie (2), rich purple-blue, immense
spike of good form per doz. 3/6 o 4
Masterpiece (4), fine violet-black,
handsome compact spike of perfect form
per doz. 8/6 o 9
Prince of Wales (4), dark blue violet,
shaded black and with white eye, large
spike, a striking variety per doz. 6/6 o 7
'R The Sultan (4), rich dark violet-
purple, large broad handsome spike 1 o
William the First (2), fine blackish-
purple, large spike, early per doz. 5/6 o 6
William III. (4), rich dark purple, large
bells, and spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
CLARET-CRIMSON.
* L’Esperance (3), brilliant bright
claret-crimson, compact spike, attractive
colour per doz. 7/6 o 8
Peter Barr (2), claret, with white eye,
fine handsome spike 1 3
PURE
Albus Maximus (2), large full spike
per doz. 7/6 o 8
f Baroness Van Tuyll (1), long
handsome spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
Florence Nightingale, double,
fine spike with large bells, handsome
per doz. 9/- o 10
Grand Vainqueur (2), fine large
bells per doz. 6/6 o 7
* La Grandesse (3), largest and hand-
somest per doz. 8/- o 9
Latour d’Auvergne (1), double,
large bells and handsome spike, early
per doz. 6/- o 7
WHITE.
Y L’lnnocence (3), large bells, large
handsome broad spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
<R Madame Van der Hoop (3), with
faint blush tinge, but almost pure white,
large bells, large compact spike, p. doz. 6/6 o 7
Mont Blanc (4), large bells, fine large
handsome spike per doz. 8/6 o 9
Prince of Waterloo (3), double ,
compact spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
'{'Snowball (3), fine spike, of beautiful
symmetrical form, bells of great substance
per doz. 8/- o 9
Snow King (3), large bells of great
substance, handsome large spike, doz. 8/6 o 9
WHITE SHADED ROSE, BLUSH, WAXY WHITE, Etc.
•R Grandeur a Merveille (2), white
shaded rose, fine compact spike, p. doz. 5/6 o
>R Lady of the Lake (3), blush-white,
large bells, fine handsome spike, semi-
double per doz. 9/. o
I 'R La Franchise (4), waxy white, very
6 fine bells, good spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
'V Mr. Plimsoll (3), beautiful blush, large
bells, large broad spike per doz. 5/6 o 6
¥ Voltaire (3), white, shaded rose, large
hells per doz, 4/6 o 3
YELLOW, CITRON, PRIMROSE, SALMON, Etc.
Bird of Paradise (3), bright yellow,
fine spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
"R Daylight, orange-yellow tinged red,
fine broad spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
'k Ida (3), rich primrase, large spike
per doz. 6/6 o 7
<R King of Yellows (4), rich deep
yellow, large handsome spike, late flower-
ing ...per doz. 6/6 o 7
*R Le Chamois (3), beautiful pale
chamois, large bells and spike., per doz. 6/6 o 7
Macmahon (4), pure yellow, large
handsome spike per doz. 7/6 o 8
Obelisque (4), pure yellow, large
spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
>R Primrose Perfection (3), fine
deep yellow, with large bells and a long
pyramidal spike per doz. 8/6 o 9
Sonora (4), rosy salmon, good compact
spike per doz. 6/6 o 7
Van Vondel (3), beautiful soft chrome-
yellow, large handsome spike I 3
View of a Hyacinth Farm where our Hyacinths are specially grown.
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
BARR’S “Extra Selected” BEDDING HYACINTHS.
For Bedding, Boxes, Bowls, or Pot-Culture.
The following Hyacinths are of an extra selected quality, and far superior to what are
commonly sold as “ Bedding Hyacinths ” at lower prices. The varieties selected are those having large
erect well-formed spikes of uniform height and rich brilliant colours, and only differ from the named
Exhibition Hyacinths in the bulbs being a shade smaller in size. They may also be used with advantage
for filling flower boxes, rustic baskets and vases, etc., and for making into banging baskets {see page 35).
As some varieties open a little earlier than others, we have classified them into two sections— ( 1 ) Those
which commence to flower first and about the same time, and (2) those which come to perfection a little
later, and bloom about the same time. We trust this arrangement will be of assistance to purchasers
in making their selection. ijS“ Orders should be sent in early to secure finest bulbs.
SECTION 1. Varieties coming first to perfection, and which may be bedded together.
per 100 doz.
per ico doz.
Early Pale Rose, only for bedding
with Harr's /early pure 11 lute, or by itself 25/- 3/6
Early Rich Deep Rose 25/ 3/6
Early Cambridge Blue 25/ 3/6
Early Full Blue 25 3 6
Early Dark Violet-Blue 25/- 3/6
Early Pure White 25/ 3/6
12 bulbs of each of 6 distinct colours, 18/
50
6
£3 10s.
SECTION 2. Varieties flowering a little later than above suitable for bedding together.
per 100 doz.
Barr’s Soft Fiesh-Rose
Barr’s Bright Rose
Barr’s Brilliant Deep Rose
Barr’s Rich Deep Crimson
Barr’s Pale Azure-Blue
per 100 doz.
25 3,6
25/-
25/-
25/-
25/-
3/6
3/6
3/6
3 6
Barr’s Bright Full Blue.
Barr’s Rich Dark Blue.
Barr’s Pure White
Barr’s Blush-White
Barr’s Primrose-Yellow .
30/
25
25/
25/
30/
4/-
3,6
3 6
3/6
4/
12 bulbs of each of IO distinct colours,
50
10
32/
£5 12 6
BEDDING HYACINTHS OF ORDINARY SIZE. In separate colours, 18/6 per 100; doz. 2/8
BARR’S “RAINBOW” MIXTURES OF HYACINTHS.
For Filling Beds and Planting in Borders, etc.
Barr’s Beautiful “Rainbow” Mixture of Hyacinths. These are grown
specially for us on one of the large Hyacinth Farms in Holland, and are unsurpassed for
quality. The colours are judiciously blended, including red, scarlet, purple , lavender,
porcelain, azure-blue, white, lose, blush, etc., producing a magnificent effect in flower beds
and borders. Purchasers cannot fail to be pleased with them.
Extra strong flowering bulbs, per 100, 17/6; per doz. 2/6
Barr’s Beautiful “Rainbow” Mixture of Hyacinths, for mixed borders,
shrubberies, and naturalisation Good flowering bulbs, per too, 13/6; per doz. 1/10
BARR’S MINIATURE HYACINTHS for Children’s Gardens, etc.
In children's yard ns and small flower-beds, or as front edgings and ribbons, these Miniature
Hyacinths, alone or intermingled with other dwarf Spring-flowering bulbs, make a fine display throughout
the Spring months. They are also valuable for growing in small glasses, fancy pots, china bowls,
crystal dishes, jardinets, etc., alone or associated with Scilla sibirica, Chionodoxas, Crocuses, Snowdrops,
Dwarf Tulips and Daffodils, Iris reticulata, etc. For cultural directions, see page 35.
Barr’s Special Mixture of beautiful colours, per 100, 12/6; per doz. 1/9
Collection of 3 Bulbs each of 9 distinct colours, 5/-
EARLY WHITE ROMAN HYACINTH.
Extra Selected French-grown Bulbs.
This charming little Hyacinth is of great value for early forcing, and may be bad in bloom during
November, December, and January by succussional plantings. Several bulbs in a pot make a charming
Winter decoration for the greenhouse or sitting-room, while to cut for bouquets and vases the graceful
spikes of sweet-scented blooms are highly prized. The Roman and Italian Hyacinths lend themselves
readily to culture in bowls of pebbles and water or our fertilised cocoa-fibre and charcoal mixture.
{Per Cultural Directions, see page I.) p doz .
Early White Roman, sweet-scented — "
Extra Large Se'ecled Bulbs l 5ei lc0> *9/6 2 9
First-size Selected Bulbs ” *4/ ’ 2
A few Monster Bulbs, scarce ” 2 5 /' a ’
Second-size bulbs we do not stock, as they produce so few flowers, but we can procure them for
customers if required.
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Barr’s “ Extra Early ”
WHITE ROMAN HYACINTH.
These Extra Early White Roman Hyacinths have been
grown specially for us in a warm climate, and have thereby
gained a superiority over the French-grown Roman Hyacinths
in flowering three weeks or more earlier, and generally more
freely. The elegant little sweet-scented flower-spikes may
be had in bloom during October, November, and December,
if the bulbs are potted up early and forced in succession.
They are greatly prized for bouquets, while the individual
flowers are of great value for buttonholes. Grown in bowls
of pebbles and water or our prepared cocoa-fibre and
charcoal mixture, they afford a charming decoration for
the greenhouse or sitting-room. {For Cultural Directions ,
see page 2.) The supply of these Extra Early White
Roman Hyacinths is limited. s . <i
Extra Strong Selected Bulbs, per ioo. 30/- ; per doz. 4 o
Strong Selected Bulbs „ 21/-; ,, 30
ITALIAN EARLY HYACINTHS.
These bloom just after the White Roman Hyacinth, and
are therefore valuable for succession. They are all of graceful
beauty, and may be had in bloom in December and J anuary.
These Italian Hyacinths can easily be grown in owls of
pebbles and water or our prepared cocoa-fibre and
charcoal mixture, and make a very pretty decoration for
the greenhouse and sitting-room. per doz.
5. d
Blush, delicate blush-white flowers per 100, 21/- 3 o
Ivory White, producing elegant spikes of white bells with tube delicately tinged creamy
blush, valuable for cutting and succeeding the White Roman Hyacinth per 100, 14/6 2 o
Shell-Pink, bearing double bells of elegant form, colour a charming shell-pink shaded
blush-white, very beautiful. This variety will only bear very gentle forcing per 100, 17/6 2 6
Straw-coloured, a lovely hyacinth producing freely graceful spikes of pale chrome-
yellow single flowers ; very beautiful when grown in bowls and vases per too, 17/6 2 6
„ Extra Strong Bulbs ,, 25/- 3 6
N.B.— The above are the best of the Italian Early Hyacinths ; the Blue Roman Hyacinth
is now no longer cultivated, and the Blue Italian Hyacinth is a coarse flower of little
beauty which we cannot recommend to our customers, and we therefore do not offer it.
HYACINTH— Grape, Starch, and Feathered, fe Muscari,/^< 6t.
HYACINTHUS
barr’s extra early roman hvacinths
GROWN IN BOWL OF PEBBLES AND WATER.
amethystinus, an elegant Alpine Hyacinth of the most beautiful amethyst-blue;
charming in pots, and clumps in flower borders, or as edgings, and a valuable bulb to naturalise
in grass, woodlands, etc., ht. .j ft per 1000, 45/- ; per 100, 5/-
amethystinus albus, a white variety of the above, very beautiful, ht. } ft. ... ,, 12/6
azureus. See Muscari, page 61.
candicans. Sec Galtonia./ryr 31.
x HYMENOCALLIS (syn. Pancratium or Ismene), lovely bulbous plants for green-
house, or in warm localities they may be planted outdoors, close to a south wall, top of bulb
6 in. deep ; the flowers are of great beauty.
calathina, the pearly sweet-smelling White Sea Daffodil, a lovely bulbous plant for
greenhouse or outdoors, planted close to a south wall ; the flowers are of great beauty
per 100, 25/-; per doz. 3/6
Daphne, a hybrid of H. speriosaxH. calathina , the finest and largest flowered of all the
Hymenocallis, bearing immense umbels of pure white. fioweis
Harrisiana, flowers pure white and very fragrant per doz. 8/6
See also Novelty List, page 6.
x IMANTOPHYLLUM
0 9
1 9
each
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o 4
7 6
o 9
miniatum, orange-crimson flowers, in clusters j Handsome bulbous plants for stove f 4 6
cyrtanthlflorum, orange-coloured flowers, in clusters/ or warm greenhouse, ht. 2 ft. 1 3 6
X INCARVILLEA Delavayi and grandiflora. See Novelty List, page 6.
IRISES.
These may be called the “ Orchids ” of the flower garden, their blossoms competing in richness
and variety of colour with the choicest and the most beautiful Orchids. They should be extensively planted
in flower and shrubbery borders, and naturalised ; a judicious selection will give a display of bloom from
Christmas to August. See our Hardy Plant Catalogue for all kinds of Flag Irises.
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42
BARR’S ENGLISH IRIS (I. xiphioides).
The Large June-flowering Bulbous Iris of the Pyrenees.
group of ENGI.ISH irises (Very much reduced).
These magnificent Irises thrive in any
ordinary garden soil. The earlier the planting ,
after beginning of September , the greater the suc-
cess, although the bulbs may be put in as late as
December. The varieties contained in our col-
lection we have specially selected as being the
finest and most distinct, and they will be found as
strikingly beautiful in colour as the most sumptuous
Orchids of the hothouse. They flower from end
of June to beginning of July, thus succeeding the
Bearded Flag Irises and Spanish Irises. As
cut flowers they take a first place.
Our collection of English Irises is
the finest one existing.
s. d
5 each of 25 magnificent varieties 24 o
3 each of 25 „ ij o
5 each of 12 ,, 9/- & 15 o
3 each of 12 „ 5/6 & 8 6
Barr’s Extra Choice Mixed varieties,
producing a lovely effect in beds and bor-
ders, per 1000, 70/- ; p. 100, 7/6; p. doz. 1 3
In the following descriptions S. is used
to signify Standards or the erect petals ; F. Falls,
or the drooping petals. The heights given are
those recorded at our Nurseries, but they may differ
a little according to soil, season, and climate.
The numbers following the name indicate the
relative time of flowering; thus those marked (1)
open first, while those marked (4) are the latest to
bloom ; the difference, however, is only one of
days.
Adonis (4), S. pale rosy lavender flaked crimson, F. delicate rosy lavender shaded
white, with slight crimson spotting ; very attractive, ht. 14 in 7
Adrienne (new), S. delicate mauve splashed light claret colour, F. pale mauve
per 100, 30/- 4
Agrippina (new), S. pale lavender lightly feathered purple, F. pale heliotrope with
conspicuous yellow blotch per ico, 21/- 3
Blanche Fleur (4), S. white, with rosy tinge, F. white, ht. 22 in..,. ,, 10/6 1
Clara Butt (3) (new), S. china-white, faintly flaked azure, F. large and broad,
china-white, faintly spotted azure, very chaste and beautiful, ht. 23 in. ... per 100, 21/- 3
Delicatesse (new), S. veined crimson on a white ground, F. while faintly spotted
crimson ; a very beautiful flower 4
Dr. Livingstone (3), S. broad, white sometimes faintly flaked lilac, F. very large,
pure white, ht. 18 in per 100, 30/- 4
Electra (new), very pale blue, a lovely flower ,, 21/- 3
Elizabeth (new), S. while splashed rosy claret, F. white blotched rosy claret and
with conspicuous yellow blotch, very attractive per 100, 21/- 3
Emma (3), S. soft French grey, faintly flaked blue, F. French grey, shaded white,
faintly spotted blue, flower large and beautiful, ht. 21 in per 100, 21/- 3
Emperor (3) (new), S. broad violet flaked dark purple, F. broad, of a brilliant blue
sometimes marbled dark velvety blue ; Jarge handsome flower, ht. 22 in. per 100, 25/- 3
Hector (4), S. pale rosy lavender, F. pale rosy lavender, very slightly flaked purple,
pretty, ht. 18 in per 100, 12/6 I
King of the Blues (4) (new), a very handsome large-flowered dark blue variety
and a most effective bedder, ht. 2t in, per 100, 30/- 4
La Panachee (new), S. and F. white flaked rosy claret, very pretty ,, 30/- 4
La Vierge (3), S. violet with blackish markings, F. rich deep blue spotted purple,
ht. 22 in IOOi [j/. 2
L’lnnocence (new), S. blush-white faintly flaked rosy lavender, F. broad, white
shaded blush; very pretty per 100, 35/- 5
L’Unique (3), S. bright claret-purple, slightly flaked black, F. rose-purple, large
flower, distinct and- handsome,- lit. 22 in per too, 15/- 2
Lilacina (3), 8. lavender splashed violet, F. pale lavender, sometimes slightly
spotted blue, ht. 22 in - pe r 100, 12/6 I
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ENGLISH IRISES — continued.
Lord Palmerston (z), S. purple-claret flaked black, F. purple crimson ; a very
rich colour, lit. 20 in p er I00j 25/-
Lord Roberts (3), S. broad, violet heavily marked black, F. rich deep v’iolet-
blue, spotted dark velvety purple, handsome, lit. 23 in per 100, 15/-
Mrs. Ainsworth (new), S. heliotrope splashed purple, F. French grey netted white
and purple, beautiful per 100, 25/-
Mrs. Barclay (new), S. white flaked crimson-violet, F. broad, white slightly
mottled violet; fine per 100, 35/-
Mont Blanc (syn. Mountain of Snow) (4), S. and F. pure white, large handsome
flower, ht. 22 in. per I00j I0 /6
Perle des Jardins (new), pale china-blue shaded and speckled silvery white, a
remarkably prelty flower per 100, 25/-
Pharon (4), S. rich claret slightly flaked black, F. broad, velvety purple-crimson,
with conspicuous white blotch at base of falls, ht. 21 in per 100, 15/-
Prince Mauritz (3), S. ruby flaked black, F. velvety purple-crimson, heavily
blotched velvety purple, with white and yellow blotch, ht. 20 in per 100, 12/6
Purple Queen (5), large handsome flower, S. broad, with blackish purple marbling
on a violet ground, F. broad, bright blue-purple with crimson sheen, freely spotted
dark velvety purple, with a conspicuous white and yellow blotch, ht. 17 in. per 100, 21/-
Rosa Bonheur (3), flower large, S. splashed crimson and white, F. broad, white,
flaked more or less with rose, ht. 22 in per i 0 o, 15/-
Simon (3), S. very pale lavender, feathered purple, F. delicate pale lavender, slightly
spotted violet, ht. 17 in p er I00) irf.
The Sultan (3), S. deep purple marbled black, F. deep velvety violet-blue’ with
darkspotsand conspicuous yellow eye, large handsome flower, ht. 21 in. per 100, 21/-
Triumph (3), very distinct, S. rosy claret with silvery shading, F. pale azure-blue,
netted white, with large conspicuous white blotch and yellow eye, very beautiful.
llt - 22 > n per 100, 15/-
Vamqueur (3), S. lavender, feathered violet, F. delicate lavender, slightly spotted
violet, large flower, very beautiful, ht. 21 in per too, 15/-
Viceroy (3), S. pale rose-lavender flaked purple, F„ rose-lavender slightly mottled,
Id*, 20 in per ico, 15/-
WhitC Queen (3), S. broad, white faintly marbled lavender, F. broad and snowy
white, a very beautiful flower, ht. 21 in per I00i 2 \/-
BARR’S SPANISH IRIS (Iris Xiphion).
The Orchid-like June-flowering Bulbous Iris of Spain.
per doz. each
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The Spanish Irises flower a fortnight
before the English, and differ from them con-
siderably, the colours of the flowers being
showier and more varied. The curious and
charming blendings of shades in the same
flower give them the appearance of many of
our rare orchids, with which they can well
compete in grace and beauty. For' vases and
bouquets the cut flowers are greatly prized, as
they last long when cut, and the buds open
well in w r atcr. For filling flower-beds and
massing in borders these elegant Irises are of
the greatest value. The varieties contained
in our collection are the finest and most distinct
in cultivation. The cultural treatment is the
same as for the English Iris, while - they will
thrive either in an open or partially shaded
situation. This Iris will also bear very gentle
forcing in pots, but this should not be at-
tempted until the flower buds are developing.
Our own Selection. . 4
500 in 25 magnificent varieties ...... 15 o
100 in 25 „ „ 3 6
100 in 10 „ „ 3/- & 4 o
Barr’s extra choice Mixture,
made up by us. specially from beautiful
named varieties, and. .superior, to ordinary
m h; lures ; we can strongly recommend
these for filling beds, massing in borders,
and where quantities of cut flowers are
required... ...per 1000, 21/-; per 100, 2/3
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
SPANISH IRISES — continued.
m~ S. is used to signify Standards, or the erect petals; F. Falls, or the drooping petals.
The Great Bronze or Thunderbolt Iris, S. broad, and of a rich
bronzy purple, F. chestnut-brown, with large striking orange blotch ; a large
handsome and noble flower ....per 1000, 35/—
Abulola, S. violet, F. light olive with golden blotch, large and handsome, late
flowering, lit. 22 in per 1000, 45/-
Arabi Pacha, S. long and tapering, bronze shaded purple, F. bronzy yellow with
golden blotch ; large handsome flower per 1000, 18/6
Avalanche, S. china-white, elegantly crimped, F. snowy white, with large golden
blotch, large and beautiful, ht. 22 in per 1000, 25/-
Belle Chinoise, a fine full yellow self, and the earliest of the yellows, ht. 20 in.
per 1000, 2:/-
Blue Beauty, S. deep violet-blue, F. pale silvery lavender shaded white, very
decorative, ht. 21 in per 1000, 25/-
Bronze Queen, S. rich bronze-brown, F. orange margined bronzy yellow, very
showy and attractive, ht. 18 in per 1000, 35/'
Cajanus, S. bright canary-yellow, F'. rich clear yellow, with orange blotch, large
flower, very handsome, ht. 26 in per 1000, 35/-
California, S. full yellow, F. deep golden-yellow, with orange blotch, large flower,
very handsome, ht. 18 in per 1000, 25/-
Cantab, S. rich dark azure, F. Cambridge-blue, with orange blotch, very beautiful,
ht. 23 in per 1000, 42/-
Carmen, S. purple shaded ruby, F. yellow tinged olive, with brilliant blotch, large
and very striking, ht. 24 in per 1000, 35/-
Chameleon (new), S. deep blue, flaked dark violet, F. olive-yellow flaked dark
bronze with golden blotch ; flower large and very striking although the flaking is not
always constant per 1000, 25/-
Donna Maria, S. azure with silvery shading and finely flaked blue, F. broad, white
with golden blotch, large flower, ht. 24 in per 1000, 25/-
Golden King, S. deep golden-yellow, F. glowing deep orange, large and handsome,
ht. 24 in per 1000, 35/-
Her Majesty, S. white, F. bright yellow with large conspicuous orange blotch ; a
very beautiful and distinct variety
Inez, S. very pale silvery lavender, F. primrose shaded yellow, with bright orange blotch,
very pretty, ht. 20 in per 1000, 35/-
Lemon Queen, S. delicate lemon, F. canary-yellow with golden blotch, early,
ht. 22 in per 1000, 25/-
Louisa, S. French grey, F. white with golden blotch, very beautiful, ht. 20 in.
per 1000, 25/-
Mon Bijou, S. deep violet-blue, F. lavender shaded bronze with conspicuous golden
blotch; large handsome flower, ht. 24 in per 1000, 50/-
Olympia, S. violet shading to white, F. soft primrose with rich yellow blotch,
ht. 18 in per 1000, 25/-
Princess Ida, a lovely variety, white standards, falls delicate primrose with orange
blotch, flowers large and with long stems, valuable for cutting, ht. 26 in , per 1000, 21/-
Princess Margaret (newi, S. broad, delicate lavender with silvery shading
and slightly crimped at margin, F. broad with slightly crimped edge, delicate yellow
with bold orange blotch
Snowball, S. pure white, shaded sapphire at base, F. white with conspicuous golden
blotch, ht. 24 in per 1000, 18/6
Solfatare, S. deep blue, F. pearl-blue with orange blotch, ht. 24 in. ... ,, 45/-
Sunset, S. pale lavender, F. yellow with orange blotch, large flower, ht. 26 in.
per 1000, 30/-
The Moor, S. bronze shaded claret, F. rich golden-brown with conspicuous deep
golden blotch, ht. 18 in per 1000, 25/-
Wonderful, S. bronze-purple, F. orange edged bronze, very handsome, ht. 20 in.
per 1000, 35/-
Wouverman, S. canary-yellow, F. full rich yellow, with golden blotch, large hand-
p-
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VARIOUS BEAUTIFUL IRISES.
Bulbous, Tuberous, and Rhizomatous.
These Iris SrECiES are all hardy and beautiful, flowering one after the other from November to
June. The dwarf early species will be more enjoyed if planted on rockwork, where the flowers have a little
protection from heavy rains. Alata , Reticulata var. Histrio and Histrioides, Vartani, and Unguicularis
(Sty/osa) vars., are charming Winter-flowering species, followed in February by /. reticulata , with its
lovely violet-scented blossoms, the sweet-scented /. persica, and the beautiful species /. Rosenbachiana.
Next in succession come the interesting Caucasica, Orchioides, the curious Snakeshead Iris tuberosa, and
the new species /. Sindjarensis and assyriaca. These are followed closely by the Cushion Irises, with
their large handsome flowers ; surpassing in beauty and interest any written description that can be given
of them. The pretty Peacock Iris (/. pavonia ) and the beautiful Iris cristala flower in May, and are
followed in June by juucea, Boissieri, lusitanica, and tingi/ana.
Culture. — The Irises marked 0 in the following list belong to the Oncocyclus and Regelia sections
(Cushion Irises), and are remarkable for their great beauty. These are best planted in December, if the
roots can be kept in good condition and from growing until that time (they should be stored in a cool and
dry place). Plant so that the tops are not more than I-j inches below the surface, in a light loamy but
thoroughly well-drained soil into which plenty of bonemeal has been worked (5 lb. to the square yard) ;
cover with three or four inches of wheat straw or, better still, marsh reeds, or cut heather, which remove
in March. Immediately the plants have done flowering place over them a hand light, or panes of glass
elevated eighteen inches above the ground, so as to admit at the sides a free entry of air, and at the same
time to keep oft' rain till October. The object desired is to thoroughly ripen the roots, and prevent their
starting into growth too early. The covering in Winter is to keep off heavy rains, and discourage a
premature growth. The Oncocyclus Irises like to remain undisturbed for years ; they may however be
lifted four or five weeks after flowering, and stored on a dry sunny shelf in perfectly dry sand till
December. The great beauty of these Irises, especially when seen in established masses, will fully repay
the little extra trouble in growing them.
The Irises marked J belong to the Juno section, and thrive best planted in rich light or sandy soil
with a light dressing of old manure. As they are mostly winter and early spring-flowering species give
them a position protected from the early morning sun.
( Coloured Plate of the Oncocyclus Irises, Gatesii, I.orleti, and Lupina, price 6 d. Coloured Plate of
Irises , Atrofusca , Bismarckiana, Atropurpurea, and Heleme, price Id.)
83" 5 . is used to signify Standards, or the erect petals ; P. Falls, or the drooping petals.
each — s. d
J Alata (Scorpion Iris), a pretty winter-flowering Iris with pale blue flowers ; suitable for
sunny sheltered positions, ht. jft. Strang selected bulbs, per loo, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
+ ,, alba, a lovely variety ol the above with flowers shading from the palest pearly blue
to white, ht. £ ft. Very scarce 3 6
Arenaria, forming little masses only 2 inches high, flowers pretty bright canary-yellow ;
a gem for dry sunny spots on rockwork in light soil per doz. 7/6 o 8
Aschersoni, an interesting species from Cilicia, allied to Iris Grant Duffi ; flowers yellow
with green tinge, veined and blotched purple, very free-flowering, ht. i i ft 2 6
J Assyriaca, a beautiful species, with large white flowers, resembling in form I. Sindjarensis 3 6
0 Atrofusca, a handsome Iris, S. claret-brown, veined black, F. brown-black, ht. 3 ft o 9
0 Atropurpurea, beautiful velvety coppery maroon, with black sheen, 1 ft. ...per doz. 3/6 o 4
Bakeriana, a very lovely rare species, producing in February flowers of I. reticulata form,
S. sky-blue, F. white, blotched and spotted dark violet, sweet-scented. First-Class
Certificate R.H.S 3 °
6 Barnumm, a lovely Cushion Iris, standards broad and brilliant violet, falls small and
dark ruby-crimson, very distinct, ht. 8 inches per doz. 9/- o 10
© Bismarckiana (,syn. Sari nazarena), flowers large and beautiful, S. sky-blue, veined
purple, F. veined reddish brown-purple on a straw-coloured ground, of easy culture,
ht. Jft per doz. 5/6 o 6
Boissieri, S. and F. rich purple, with golden-yellow blotch, June-flowering, ht. 9 in. ,, 9/- o 10
J Bucharica, a beautiful new bulbous Iris with large satiny white flowers, the falls having a
delicate canary-yellow lip, ht. 1 ft. First-Class Certificate R.H.S per doz. 18/6 1 9
J Caucasica, primrose-coloured flowers, with silver-margined foliage, ht. ^ ft. „ 5/6 o 6
Cristata, a real gem, flowers amethyst-blue, striped orange and gracefully fringed, in May;
charming for sunny sheltered banks, rockwork, etc., where it can be moderately dry in winter,
ht. 3 in per doz. 5/6 o 6
Danfordise (syn. Bornmulleri), a lovely flower resembling I. reticulata, but flowers
bright golden, produced in February, ht. 3 in ; it delights in dry nooks on rockwork
per doz. 6/6 o 7
© Demawendica, a grand species from Mount. Demawend, bearing about the end of
May flowers much larger than /. iberica and of a handsome claret colour 5 h
Eggeri, a handsome Cushion Iris, standards vinous purple, reticulated and shaded black,
falls purplish black with large yellow beard, very handsome per doz. 8/6 o 9
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IRIS — Beautiful Bulbous, Tuberous, and Rhizomatous Species —continued.
Filifolia, a pretty Spanish species, flowers purple-blue with yellow spot, lit. 2 ft. ; slight
protection should be given during winter per loo, 12/6 ; per doz. 1/9
Fimbriata. See Japonica.
Flavissima, a charming little Iris forming tufts of grassy foliage with numerous brilliant
yellow flowers of /. crista/a form ; a gem for rockwoik in light sandy soil, lit. 4/ in., doz. 12 6
Flavissima Bloudovii, a pretty species, with attractive soft yellow flowers in May,
lit. 9 to 12 in per doz. 24/-
j Galatica. & Novelty List, page 6.
0 Gatesii, a hardy robust species of the Susiana type, but with larger flowers, of a beautiful
satiny creamy white, tinged rose, delicately veined and minutely spotted silvery grey, June-
flowering. lit. 2} It. We were awarded for this beautiful Iris a Certificate of Merit
by the Royal Botanic Society
Grant Duflfi, an interesting species from Palestine, with sulphur-yellow flowers and blue-
green foliage ; may be treated like the Tall Flag Irises .per doz. 3/6
0 Hauranensis, a beautiful new Cushion Iris, having the standards silvery grey, veined
violet, and the falls velvety black, ht. 13 in per doz. 10/6
0 Haynei, a beautiful new species with large standards finely veined violet on a silvery grey
ground, the falls being claret-coloured with black sheen and a hairy black blotch
0 Helenas (syu. I. Marise), a lovely Iris, large and handsome, S. bright lilac, F. purple,
veined black, with velvety black blotch. First-Class Certificate R.B.S. ...per doz. 3/6
6 Iberica, a dwarf species of great beauty, with large handsome flowers, S. satiny white,
veined dark purple, F. rich brown-purple, with black blotch, ht. 6 in per doz. 4/6
| Issica, resembling Iris caucasica, but with yellow flowers, a pretty species, ht. 4 in., crop failed
Japonica (syu. fimbriata), a beautiful species from Northern China and Japan and a
lovely subject for the conservatory, but only hardy outdoors in hot sunny sheltered positions.
Under glass it produces in April, on long graceful stems, numerous pale lavender flowers with
exquisitely fringed standards and falls with a spotted golden crest, ht. ij to 2 ft. ...per doz. 10/6
Juncea, S. and F. brilliant golden-yellow, one of the most beautiful and showy of bulbous
Irises ; to cut for vases invaluable, ht. 15 in. It prefers a rather dry and warm
light soil per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3
19 ji A few extra targe roots 3/-
,, pallida, flowers a beautiful soft canary-yellow, very pretty, ht. 15 in. Scares
0 Korolkowi, a very interesting and curious species, flowers white veined brown, per doz. 21/-
0 ,, concolor, flowers delicate lilac-purple, beautiful
0 ,, Leichtliniana, flowers white with dark blotch per doz. 12/-
0 ,, venosa, pale rose with brown veinings
' 9 „ Violacea, white with lilac shading and veined purple per doz. 21/-
0 Leichtlmi, large handsome flowers, S. purple margined copper ; F. purple with coppery
margin and azure beard, bronzy brown, shading to lilac, ht. i.l ft
0 Lorteti, a great beauty, resembling I. Gatesii, but with rose-coloured markings, May-
flowering, ht. 1 ft per doz. 24/-
Lupceng. See Novelty List, page 6.
0 Lupina (The Wolf’s Fur Iris), a striking species, with greenish yellow flowers, veined
brownish red, and with a heavy beard, resembling a wolfs fur, ht. 5 ft per doz. io/6
Lusitanica (true), S. varying from white to pale yellow, F. rich yellow, with orange
blotch, handsome, ht. ij ft ...per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6
Milesii, a charming Himalayan species, bearing clusters of lilac flowers with yellow
crested keel, ht. 3 ft. ; protect slightly during winter .per doz. 6/6
Monspur, handsome new hybrid Irises raised by Prof. Foster from /. Mounh rii x /. spuria ,
producing in June and July an abundance of large flowers of great substance
in shades of blue and violet ; all are strong sturdy growers, and of great value
for growing either by the waterside or in the flower border ; when massed
they produce a glorious shimmering effect of soft violet-blue, ht. 4 ft. ( Coloured
Plate sent for 6d.) Mixed shades of blue and violet per doz. 5/6
n Dorothy Foster, S. soft violet-blue, F. clear blue, beautiful, ht. 4 ft.
per 100, 32/-; per doz. 5/-
„ Juno, S. soft clear lilac-blue, F. white, veined and shaded blue, and with
golden spot, large handsome flowers, ht. 4 ft
,, Premier, fine clear violet, ht. 4 ft per doz. 7/6
0 Nigricans (The Black Iris), bearing large handsome flowers, S. purple-lflack shaded
maroon, F. crimson-black with black cushion ; the inside of flower is lighted up with
golden-brown and yellow per doz. 7/6
t Orchioides, flowers bright golden-yellow colour, produced in the axils of the leaves,
April-flowering, ht. I ft per doz, 15/-
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IRIS — Beautiful Bulbous, Tuberous, and Rhizomatous Specie s — continued. each— r.
0 Paradoxa, S. broad and white, delicately veined blue ; F. small with a dense blackish
crimson beard, beautiful I
Pavonia major (Yieusseuxia or Morsea), the Peacock Iris, flowers pure white, petals
blotched clear celestial blue, a gem for pots or select places out of doors, ht. i ft.
per ioo, 5/6; per doz. io d.
X Persica, white suffused pale blue, the petals blotched purple and gold, very fragrant,
ht. J ft per ioo, 37/6 ; per doz. 5/6 o
t „ Haussknechtii, S. dark purple shading to silvery grey, F. dark purple
with black sheen and having a conspicuous white blotch, beautiful 1
J „ Heldreichii, the most beautiful Iris of recent introduction. See Novelty
List, page 6 per doz. 7/6 o
| ,, mardinensis, a beautiful Iris from Mesopotamia, flowers silvery grey with
large violet-purple spots, three weeks earlier than /. persica per doz. 12/6 1
X „ purpurea, bearing handsome rosy purple flowers 12/6 1
% „ tauri, standards deep purple, falls dark velvety purple with lavender markings
and deep orange narrow blotch, ht. 4 inches. Award of Merit R.II.S.
li)02 I
} Pur-sind. Sec Novelty List, page 6 .
| Purpureo-persica, a lovely hybrid of /. p crsica , producing large fragrant flowers
of a rich ruby colour, the falls having a handsome blackish maroon blotch and golden crest.
Award of Merit R.II.S 1
Regelio-Cyclus Iris, a most beautiful new race of hybrid Itis, being crosses of the
best of the Oneocydus and Regelia sections. See Novelty List ,page 7.
Reticulata, a most lovely and useful Iris producing out-of-doors in February, how-
ever cold, brilliant deep violet-coloured flowers with golden-yellow blotch,
strongly violet-scented ; a gem to naturalise in grass or borders and charming
as a pot plant (3 to 5 bulbs in a pot), ht. J ft.
Good flowering bulbs, per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o
„ ,, ,, Extra strong bulbs ,, 30/- ; ,, 4/- o
,, ,, ,, A few monster bulbs ,, 6/6 o
var. Histrio, a charming variety from Palestine, flowers bright blue,
blotched golden-yellow, earlier than /. reticulata , l.t. 1 ft per doz. 5/6
Reticulata var. Histrioides, flowers
varying slightly in size, beautiful deep blue
with white spots on falls and a narrow
orange crest ; it is larger than 1 . reticulata
and blooms earlier, ht. f ft. First-Class
Certificate K.H.S per doz. 5/6
„ Krelagei, claret-purple, blotched golden-
yellow, violet-scented, ht. | ft.
per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6
J Rosenbachiana, beautiful sweet-scented
flowers, generally white and rosy violet, but variable,
ht. A ft. First-Class Certificate R.II.S
Sibirica Blue King and Snow Queen.
See Novelty List, page 6.
J Sindjarensis, a charming new species from
Mesopotamia, like /. caucasica in growth ; flowers
white and azure blue, prettily crested, March-
flowering, ht. 1 ft Strong bulbs, per doz. 5/6
} Si ndpers.a handsome hybrid of Iris Sindjarensis
x persica, producing in February large flowers with
silvery grey standards, and falls beautifully marked
black, with gold crest
Sisyrinchium, an interesting May-flowering
species, with small soft lavender flowers, the falls
blotched white, ht. § ft. Requires a warm sunny
situation .....per 100, 6/6; per doz. 1/-
6 Sofarana magnifica, agrand new Cushion
Iris with very large handsome flowers, somewhat in
the way of Iris susiana, finely veined and dotted
violet on a dark grey ground, the falls having a
large velvety black beard. Award of Merit R.II.S.
per doz. 24/-
IRtS RETICULATA VAR. HISTRIOIDES.
Stylosa. See Unguicularis ( the correct name').
6 Susiana, a remarkably handsome species with immense flowers, blush, tinted brown, and
covered with a network of dark lines, May-flowering, ht. I ft.
Extra strong roots, per 100, 40/- ; per doz. 5/6
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
IRIS — Beautiful Bulbous, Tuberous, and Rhizomatous Species — continued. each— r. d
Tingitana, a lovely bulbous Iris from Tangiers, thriving in a warm sunny situation,
and delighting in a sandy gritty soil containing lime rubbish. It should be protected from
heavy rains in winter. The flowers vary in the Standards from dark to light blue. Falls
lilac and white with golden blotch, May- to June-flowering, lit. 2 ft.. ..per too, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
Tuberosa (Snakeshead Iris), flowers rich velvety violet-black and green, remarkably
curious and handsome, quite hardy, ht. J ft per 100, 5/6 ; per doz. led. —
Unguicularis (syn. Stylosa), S. and F. beautiful light blue, ht. 1 ft.; in a warm
dry situation it will yield abundance of charming flowers throughout winter... doz. 5/6 o 6
„ ,, ,, A few very large clumps, according to size, 1/- & 2 6
„ alba, as free-flowering and hardy as the above, but with flowers of an exquisite
ivory-white, ht. I ft per doz 15/- I 6
,, speciosa, similar to the type, but flowers a rich clear blue, very handsome, ht. 1 ft.
per doz. 10/6 1 o
6 Vaga, a curious and beautiful Cushion Iris, flowers lavender and bronzy brown ,, 8/6 o 9
Vartan i, a pretty little species found near Nazareth, producing its azure-blue flowers in
November or December, ht. 3 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
Verna, charming sweet-scented flowers of a rich deep blue in early Spring... „ 10/6 1 o
J Warleyensis, an elegant species with flowers in the way of Iris orchioides, standards
deep lilac-blue, and falls purple-violet, prettily marked while and yellow per doz. 8/6 o 9
I Willmottiana, a pretty new species from Turkestan in the way of Iris caucasica-,
standards azure-blue, falls white margined sky-blue and blotched violet 5 6
Xiphioides. See English Irises, page 42. Xiphion. See Spanish Irises, page 43.
BARR’S FLAG IRISES.
Tall Bearded, Dwarf Bearded, and Japanese, etc.
These beautiful Irises form a great feature in our cultures. They supply a floral decoration from
March to July. 1 ’lant in Autumn — for full descriptive list, see our Hardy Plant Catalogue.
IXlA. The African Corn Lily.
A most graceful plant, bearing on wiry stems 15 to 21 inches high long loose racemes of bloom
of remarkably rich and varied colours. All have a brilliant dark centre, and in the sun’s rays present
a picture of gorgeous heauty.
Culture in Pots. — From October to January plant five or six bulbs in a four- or five-inch pot,
using a compost of turfy loam, leaf soil, and silver sand. Make the soil firm about the bulbs, and
plunge the pots, up to the rim only, in ashes in a cold pit or frame, or under a south wall. Until a
little top growth has been made no water should be given, and then only sparingly at first. When the
plants are in growth, the lights should be left off except during wet or frosty weather. Early in
February, or when sufficient growth has been made, remove the plants to the greenhouse, keep close to
the glass, and carefully attend to the watering.
Culture Outdoors. — Plant from November to January, at a depth of three inches, and the bulbs
two inches apart, on raised beds, in a prepared light loamy soil, in a sunny situation, protected if possible
from cold east and northerly winds. When planting cover the bulbs with coarse sand. A covering of
straw, litter, heather, or other light material, will protect the early top growth from frosty winds, but
it should be removed in March. $, ,{
6 each of 20 splendid varieties 10 6
3 „ 20 „ „ 5 6
3 ,, 12 ,, ,, 2/6 & 3 6
Barr’s “Rainbow” Mixture of Ixias in great variety of gorgeous colours, for filling beds
and massing in sunny borders per 1000, 25/- ; per 100, 3/- ; per doz. 6 cl.
1 1ST The following varieties of Ixias are the most distinct and beautiful in cultivation.
Beauty of Norfolk, canary,
centre black per 1000, 35/-
Bucephalus, rich claret-colour,
beautiful per 1000, 35/-
Conqueror, yellow, shaded red
per 1000, 35/-
Crateroides, rich cerise-scarlet,
early, and greatly valued for cutting
Donnatello, large, flowers brick-
scarlet, brown centre, a most lovely
colour
Elvira, French grey, violet centre...
Emperor of China, rich yel-
low, centre black, a grand handsome
variety
p. 100 p. doz.
s. d. s . d
4 0...0 7
4 0...0 7
4 0...0 7
6 0...0 to
12 6... 1 9
8 6... 1 3
21 0...3 o
Erubescens major, deep
rose-carmine, black centre, beautiful
Excelsior, large, handsome
crimson-scarlet per 1000, 30/-
Golden Drop, golden-yellow,
dark centre per ioco, 30/-
Humbert, very large, coppery
rose, black centre, beautiful and
distinct per 1000, 357-
La Favorite, primrose, crimson
centre per icoo, 3 o /-
Lady Slade, beautiful rose-pink,
carmine centre
Longiflora, See Morphixia,
page 61.
p. 100 p. doz.
S-. d. s. d
7 6... i 3
3 6...0 6
3 6...0 6
4 0...0 7
3 6...0 4
6 6 ... 1 o
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IXIA — continued. p. ioo p. doz.
r. d. s. d
M&gnifica, handsome, rich deep
yellow, chocolate centre 8 6...I 3
Magnum Bon um, large, white
with blue centre per 1000, 30/- 3 6...0 6
Nitens, intense deep magenta,
handsome 7 6...r 3
Praestans, ruby-crimson, beautiful
per 1000, 35/- 4 0...0 7
Queen of Roses, beautiful
bright rose, large double flowers ... 7 6...1 3
Viridiflora (The Green Ixia),
flowers sea-green, with black centre,
distinct and beautiful, per 1000, 75/-
Vulcan, orange-red, black centre
per 1000, 35/-
White Queen, the largest pure
white Ixia, with velvety crimson
centre per 1000, 35/-
. 100
d.
p. doz.
5 . d
8 0...1 3
4 0...0 7
4 0...0 7
1XIOLIRION tataricum (Pallasi), an elegant hardy bulbous plant, bearing umbels of beautiful
deep-blue tubular flowers in May and June, thriving in any good light soil and an open dry sunny
situation, ht. 1 £ ft per 100, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/3
JONQUILS, Sweet-Scented, always prized for the graceful sweet-scented flowers they produce
in May. For indoor decoration plant three to six bulbs in a 4- or 5-inch pot, plunge in a cold
frame, and when in bud bring indoors. If planted also outdoors and treated the same as Daffodils,
a long succession may be maintained. per doz.— s. d
Single Jonquil, rich full yellow per 1000, 25/-; per 100, 2/9 o 5
,, ,, extra large bulbs ,, 35/- ; ,, 4/- o 7
Double Jonquil, flowers of a rich full yellow, small, very elegant, and delightfully fragrant
per too, 8/6 t 3
For Campernelle Jonquil and Queen Anne’s Double Jonquil, see our Daffodil Catalogue.
LACH ENALIA, very beautiful greenhouse plants flowering in early Spring, with curiously
spotted leaves and handsome flower-spikes. They should be potted as early as possible in
Autumn in a compost of loam, sweet leaf soil, sand, and well-decayed cow manure ; place
in an airy greenhouse or frame, near the glass, and never allow them to suffer for want of
water while in growth. The temperature in IVinter should not be below 45°. A very beautiful
effect is obtained by planting Lachcnalias in wire hanging baskets for greenhouse decoration. each
aurea, reddish brown stems and large rich golden bells, very handsome, early , ht. 1 ft. d
per doz. 8/6 o 9
Cami, flowers deep golden, with red shading, stem red, vigorous grower, ht. 9 in. ,, 10/6 I o
Cawston Gem (new), bells yellow and green faintly tipped red and expanded at mouth,
early , ht. 9 in per 100, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
Cowslip. See Novelty List, page 7.
Garnet (new), very early, bells rosy scarlet, yellow, and green, tipped ruby, very showy,
foliage faintly mottled, stem spotted, ht. 9 in per too, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
glaucina, spikes of pretty metallic blue flowers, handsome foliage, very striking, ht. .' ft.
per doz. 6/6 o 7
Little Beauty, bells crimson-scarlet, yellow, and green, tipped ruby, ht. 9 in 1 6
luteola, bells citron, shaded green and red, ht. 1 ft per doz. 7/6 o 8
,, maculata, flowers like the above, but foliage handsomely spotted, ht. 1 ft. ,, 5/6 o 6
Nelsoni, large rich golden-yellow bells, and a reddish stem, remarkably beautiful and very
free-flowering, early , ht. 10 in. First-Class Certificate R.II.S per doz. 7/6 0 S
pendula, large brilliant red bells, tipped green and purple ; a grand handsome showy
flower, ht. 9 in per doz. 5/6 o 6
,, gigantea (.syn. Aureliana), a fine improvement on the type Pendula ; it bears bold
handsome spikes of rich deep red bells, tipped green and purple, ht. ro in ... 2 6
quadricolor, true, scarlet, yellow, and green, with broad crimson tip, an exceedingly
beautiful flower, ht. loin per doz. 6/6 o 7
Rector of Cawston (new), rich deep yellow, tipped red, ht. 9 in ,, 10/6 1 o
Red Cap, bells greenish yellow, base of tube flamed brilliant crimson, ht 9 in 2 6
Ruby (new), bells scarlet, yellow and green, very showy, ht. 1 ft I 6
superba, a very pretty variety, bells shading from salmon scarlet at top down to yellow
and green, while the mouth is heavily margined crimson-maroon, ht. 9 in per doz. 10/6 1 o
Topaz (new), flowers scarlet, citron, and green, a very free and showy variety, ht. 9 in. ,, 7/6 o 8
tricolor, bells scarlet, citron, and green, a very free and showy variety, ht. 9 in. ,, 7/6 o 8
W. E. Gumbleton, a robust grower with handsomely spotted broad foliage and stems
spotted maroon, flowers are old-gold shaded red, ht. 9 in per doz. 10/6 1 o
LEUCOJUM (Snowflake).
(Spring-, Summer-, and Autumn-Flowering.)
Leucojum yernum, the Spring Snowflake, is one of the earliest and most beautiful Spring flowers,
handsome in outline and of elegant drooping habit. L. astivum and Hernandezii , the Summer
Snowflakes, flower in April and May, and their elegant blossoms are prized for bouquets. /.. autumnnle
and roseum are charming little graceful Snowflakes, blooming in August and September ; they are best
planted in pure sand. L. trichophylium resembles Autumna/e in its graceful flowers, but blooms in Spring ;
plant in pure sand, and give cold frame treatment, keeping it well moist while in growth. All the
Snowflakes delight in shady situations.
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each — s. d
autumnale (Acis), white and pink
flowers in Autumn, graceful in pots,
and on rockvvork, etc., ht. 4 in. ; grow
in pure sand in shade ; quite hardy
per 100, 5/6 ; per dor. tori
trichophy Hum (Acis), pure white,
a rare and very beautiful Spring-
flowering species ; grow in moist sand,
give cold frame or cool greenhouse
treatment per doz. 3/6 o 4
sestivum (Summer Snow-flake),
a handsome plant, bearing
spikes of elegant drooping
white flowers in May, winch
are greatly prized for cut-
ting, ht. 1 j ft. p. 1000, 45/-;
p. too, 5/- j per doz. gd. —
,, ,, Smaller bulbs, for
naturalisation
per 1000, 30/- ; per too, 3/6 —
Hemandezii (syu. pulchellum),
elegant drooping white flowers in May,
ht. I:V ft. per 100, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
roseum (Acis), a pretty little autumn-
blooming species from Corsica, bear-
ing elegant little rose-coloured flowers,
ht. 4 in per doz. 7/6 o 8
vernum carpathicum, the
Spring Snowflake, a robust-growing
variety of this favourite little flower ;
prized for. its pretty white bell-shaped
flowers in early Spring; valuable for
edgings, masses at foot of rockwork,
and for naturalising in grass, etc. (See
illustration) per 1000, 60/- ;
per 100, 6/6 ; per doz. 1/- —
BARR’S BEAUTIFUL LILIES,
For Naturalising in Flower and Shrubbery Borders, and for
Greenhouse Decoration.
It may be truly said that for chasteness and beauty of colour and form, the Lily stands pre-eminent
amongst hardy plants. By a judicious selection of species from different countries a continuous succession
of bloom can be maintained from May to October.
Many amateurs have feared to introduce into their gardens these beautiful flowers, imagining that their
culture was too difficult, and beyond them. This, however, is not so. There are varieties which are of
the simplest culture, such as Speciosum , Tigrinum, Elegans , Umbellatum, and the old Cottage Garden
Lilies — Canduium and Croeeum. Others require only a little attention as to soil and position, which
can be arranged for in most gardens.
In the following list we have indicated in a general way the conditions most suitable for growing the
different species to ensure success, and we strongly recommend all who have a love for their' gardens to
have this beautiful family of plants well represented in their borders.
General Hints on Culture.
Lilies planted out. — The conditions essential to success in growing Lilies may be generally
summarised thus : —
A cool rooting medium; Perfect drainage; and Shade from hot sun.
These conditions can be readily fulfilled in the borders of Rhododendron and Azalea beds, or
amongst the various subjects grown in the herbaceous and shrubbery border. In such positions
the young Spring growths are protected from cold winds, and the ground is kept shaded and cool
by the shade of the surrounding plants. This is especially needful in the case of those Lilies which
make stem roots , as these are only developed freely in shade. On these roots, which are produced at
the base of the stem, the flower-head largely depends for its successful development, and the bulb for its
preservation. As soon as they appear a light covering of good rich soil should be given, into which they
can root freely. The chief stem-rooting Lilies are indicated in the following list by S. There
are others which are less dependent on these stem roots, which they only produce when the bulbs are
planted on rich soil and in shade.
In preparing the ground for Lilies loosen the soil to a depth of 2 feet or more, and add or fill in the
necessary compost (see notes below). Plant the bulbs 2 to 3 inches deep, surrounding and covering
them with sand, and then top-dress with a compost of light soil and well-decayed manure. As growth
advances a mulching of light rich soil should be occasionally given.
During the growing period Lilies should be freely watered.
In late autumn cut down the old flower-stems and give a light covering of leaves or cocoa fibre.
LEUCOJUM -continued.
LEUCOIUM VERSUS! CARPATMIC
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L I L I E S — continued.
The Bog or Swamp Lilies — like Superbum , Canadense, and Pardalinum — revel in plenty of moisture
and arc admirable subjects for the sides of brooks, rivulets, ponds, etc.
Lilies in Pots. — Any one with an unheated greenhouse can easily have a very beautiful show
of Lilies in pots during the summer months. The varieties specially recommended for this culture
are Auratum , Speciosum , Tigrinum , Chalcedonicum , Umbellatum, E/egans, Testaceum , Hansoni r
Henry i , Giganteum , Broivtiii , Longiflorum , Krameri , R it helium, etc.
In potting use a compost of librous loam and sweet decomposed leaf soil, with plenty of coarse
sand or a mixture of good peat, loam, and sand. See that the drainage is perfect and the inside of the pot
clean to start with. Pot firmly, barely covering the top of the bulb, and leaving room to add more soil
when the surface roots appear. Select a situation out of doors, protected from the afternoon sun, and
stand the pots on a bed of ashes raised above the general level to avoid stagnant moisture, and make
firm to prevent the entrance of worms ; then cover with 6 inches of cocoa-fibre or old leaf soil to keep
off excessive rains. When top growth begins to show above the covering, remove the pots to a cold
frame, pit, or greenhouse, and start giving water sparingly ; a little clear 7 ueak liquid manure given twice
a week when the flower-buds are well advanced will greatly assist in the development of fine blooms.
A north wall or hedge is a suitable situation for starting the bulbs. If very early flowers are required the
plants may be transferred from the cold frame into a gentle heat, but must be kept as near the glass as
possible to prevent them from being drawn. Shade should be given to the lower portion of the stems to
induce free stem-roots, and these should be top dressed as they appear. Give air freely, and fumigate if?
required. When coming into bloom a little weak manure-water will be of great assistance to the plants.
To those desiring further information regarding Lilies, we commend Dr. Wallace's “Notes on Lilies ”
{price 2/9 by post) ; also Vol. XXVI. of the Royal Horticultural Society’s Journal containing a report of
the Great Lily Conference at Chiswick, July 16, 1901.
The majority of Lilies are not ready for dispatch before the beginning of November ; a few
sorts, however, arc ready earlier, such as Candidum, Croceum, longiflorum, etc., while some of the
Japanese imported varieties do not arrive until December. Orders for Lilies will therefore be executed,
if necessary, in two or more parts.
LILIUM AURATUMS BEING PREPARED FOR EXPORT FROM JAPAN,
Soils and Situations Recommended for Different Lilies.
|| Indicates those Lilies of easiest culture, being strong free growers thriving in most soils. Where-
soil is very dry and poor, add loam and peat, or leaf soil ; where heavy and damp, add sand and leaf soil.
All require good drainage and plenty of moisture while in growth.
ft Indicates those Lilies requiring a good friable soil, not too dry, and the addition of a little peat is-
advisable. The lower part of the stems should be kept in shade.
Indicates those Lilies delighting in shady and moist situations, sheltered from strong winds. A well-
drained peat soil, where there is bottom moisture for the bulbs to root into, is recommended. Where a brook,
stream, or pond is available, they may be planted at the margins, where the bulbs can remain moderately damp,,
and the roots find all the moisture they require below. In planting cover and surround bulbs with sand.
8 Indicates the chief stem-rooting Lilies.
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LILIES — continued.
BARR’S SELECTIONS OF BEAUTIFUL LILIES.
For Greenhouse decoration, 25 in 25 beautiful named Yars., is., £i tor., & £ 2 2 s.
„ „ „ 12 in 12 „ „ 12s.,i8s.,£i$s.Io£2 2s.
For Flower border decoration, 25 in 25 ,, „ ,, £1 is., £ 1 10,-., & £2 2s-
,, ,, „ 12 in 12 ,, ,, „ys.6d.,los.6d.,i^s.,£iis.to£2 2s.
For Rhododendron beds and borders, 25 in 25 ,, ,, £1 10s., £2 2s. to £3 3s.
,, ,, „ ,, 12 in 12 ,, ,, ,, 7s. 6d., 10s. 6d , i$s.,£i is., £2 2s.
tsssT For several beautiful New Lilies, see Novelty List, page 7 .
N.B. — For the Interest of buyers we haye added, after the name, the plant's native country.
LILIUM AURATUM, 3 YEARS ESTABLISHED IN POT.
£& Auratum (The White Golden-rayed
Crimson-spotted Hill Lily of Japan),
ht. 4 to 6 ft. This is indeed the Queen of
Lilies, and should have a place in every
garden and greenhouse. It commences to
bloom in August and continues on into
September. It is of simplest culture and
perfectly hardy. Growing amongst Pceonies,
and along the margins of evergreens, groups
of L. auratum (6 to 12 bulbs in a clump,
planted 9 inches apart), produce a grand
effect. As isolated subjects on large lawns,
groups of Lilium auratum look very hand-
some and stately. A situation should be
chosen where the plants are sheltered from
cutting winds and screened from the midday
sun. On slopes, in a free soil, rather moist
but not wet, this Lily does well, and makes
a fine effect.
We are expecting our first consignment
oj this beautiful Lily to arrive earlv in
December from Japan, and we are booking
orders for delivery immediately on arrival ,
at the following prices. The larger-sized
bulbs produce the most flowers.
Auratum, Extra Large Bulbs, 12 for 15/-; 25 for 28/-; 50 for 54/-; 100 for 105/-
„ Splendid Large Bulbs, 12 for 10/6 ; 25 for 20/- ; 50 for 38/- ; 100 for 70/-
,, Good-sized Bulbs, 12 for 7/6 ; 25 for 14/-; 50 for 26/- ; 100 for 50/-
,, Smaller Bulbs, 12 for 5/6; 25 for 10/-; 50 for 19/-; 100 for 36/-
,, A few Special Monster Bulbs, 2 /- & 3/- each.
„ giganteum. See Novelty List, page 7. each— s. d
,, pictum, large white flowers, beautifully spotted crimson, and petals tipped
red, very showy, ht. 4 ft per doz. 21/- 2 o
,, platyphyllum, handsome flowers of enormous size, great substance, with
broad white petals, spotted crimson, bold handsome foliage, and sturdy
habit, ht. 5 to 10 ft Strong bulbs, per do?. 21/ 2 o
„ „ Extra strong bulbs „ 27/6 2 6
„ rubro-vittatum, large pure white flowers, with a broad deep crimson
band down the centre of each petal; a Lily of great beauty and the admiration
of all who see it, ht. 3 to 4 ft Strong bulbs, per doz. 27/6 2 6
„ „ Extra strong bulbs ,, 36/- 3 6
,, Wittci, large pure white unspotted flowers, with golden band down each petal,
chaste and beautiful, ht. 3 to 4 ft. Extra strong bulbs, per doz. 36/- 3 6
Alexandras. See Japonicum.
S.'Bakerianum {syn. Lowi), a very charming rare lily from Burmah, bearing in July one to
five bell-shaped pendent flow ers, rosy white, minutely spotted carmine inside, anthers lavender
and orange, ht. 3 ft. First-Class Certificate R.H.S {Supply uncertain) —
,|| Batemani {Japan), a beautiful Lily with rich glowing apricot-red flowers in August and
September, ht. 3 ft per doz. 8/6 o 9
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LILIES —continued. each— s. d
i.Brownii ( China and Japan), a very
beautiful Lily, producing, in July, hand-
some trumpet-shaped flowers nearly io
inches long, tips of petals reflexing
slightly, pure white inside, with brown
anthers, outside chocolate-brown, 3 ft. ;
valuable for borders or pots, and of easy
culture. (See illustration.) per doz. 2l/- 2 o
„ Extra strong bulbs „ 27/6 2 6
LBrownii var. odorum (syn. japoni-
cum colchesterense) ( Central China), a
rare Lily bearing handsome fragrant
flowers in July, chrome-yellow changing
to creamy white and streaked outside
very dark chocolate-brown, lit. 3 ft. First-
Class Certificate R.H.S 1/6 & 2 o
|| Callosum (Japan), an elegant Lily
bearing on slender stems several charac-
teristic orange-scarlet flowers with reflexing
petals, ht. 2 ft per doz. 15/- 1 6
" Ganadense ( A r . - E. America), very
graceful Lilies, with pendent bell-
shaped flowers in July.
*» type, flowers yellow to orange,
spotted crimson-black, ht. 3 ft.
per doz. 7/6 o 8
Canadense flavum, soft yellow, heavily spotted crimson-black, ht. 3 ft. ,, 8/6 o 9
„ rubrum, red, inside orange spotted black, ht. 3 ft ,, 10/6 1 o
|| Candidum — The Snow-White Madonna Lily or Cottager’s White Garden I.ily
(South Europe, etc.). This Lily likes a good deep soil, not too dry, and should be left undis-
turbed for years. Bulbs supplied from September to December only. Before planting dust the
bulbs with dry flour of sulphur, and this will aid in keeping away disease. After planting give
a mulching of decayed stable manure
,, ,, ,, Extra strong healthy bulbs, per ioo, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 —
,, ,, ,, Strong healthy bulbs ,, 21/- ; ,, 2/9 —
,, ,, ,, Smaller bulbs for naturalising ,, 16, 6; ,, 2/4 —
Carniolicum (Lombardy, Dalmatia, etc.), a pretty June-flowering Austrian species bear-
ing nodding vermilion-coloured flowers with reflexed petals, ht. 3 ft I 6
|| Chalcedonicum— The Scarlet Turk’s Cap Lily ok Cottage Gardens (Greece, etc.),
flowers intense deep scarlet, blooming in July , very showy and effective, ht, 3 ft. per doz. 10/6 I o
,, ,, ,, Extra large bulbs ,, 15/- 1 6
,, Heldreichi, a remarkably handsome form with large flowers of great sub-
stance, brilliant scarlet, ht. 2J ft per doz. 24/- 2 3
Colchicum. See Monadelphum.
ilColumbianum (N.-YV. America), the Oregon Lily, a very graceful species, bearing
several small fragrant flowers of a brilliant deep orange, spotted crimson, resembling a
miniature Humbo/dti, ht. 3 ft., flowering July-August per doz. 10/6 I O
S Concol or (China and Japan), a very lovely little Lily, bearing in July two to three erect
fiery glossy scarlet flowers with dark red spots, ht. 1 ft. First-Class Certificate R.H.S.
A gem for sheltered sunny nooks on rockwork where it can be kept fairly moist during dry
weather ; it makes also a charming pot-plant for the greenhouse per doz. 7/6 o 8
5 Coridion, beautiful lemon-yellow flowers, spotted purple ; a very elegant little Lily,
ht. 2 to 3 ft., July per doz. 10/6 1 o
|| Croceum — The Cottager’s Orange Lily ( South Europe), flowers very showy, orange,
freely spotted black, produced in June ; when well grown and established it attains a height
of 5 to 7 ft. , with a large quantity of flowers on each stem per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
„ ,, ,, Extra large bulbs „ 5/6 o 6
Davuricum. See Umbellatum.
LI LI UM BROWNII
( Very much reduced).
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flore-pleno (true), large handsome double flowers of a rich blood-crimson,
scarce, i j ft per doz. 36/- 3 6
LILIES — continued.
each — s. d
|| Elegans ( syti . Thunbergianum) (Japan), a
very beautiful group of showy Japanese
Lilies, J unirand J tily-Jlvwering, greatly
valued for flower border and pot-
culture. These are best planted in
Autumn.
,, Alice Wilson, large lemon-coloured
flowers, a rare and beautiful Lily, 2 ft.
per doz. 36/-
,, alutaceum Prince of Orange,
clear apricot-orange, spotted blaclc, a
valuable dwarf showy Lily for filling
flower-beds and massing in front bor-
ders, ht. I ft per doz. 4/6
,, atro-sanguineum superbum,
a very handsome variety, bearing five
to six large flowers, rich dark crimson,
spotted black, ht. Ij ft per doz. 7/6
,, Beauty (new), bearing large brilliant
orange flowers, flushed red, a good
robust grower, ht. I j ft. Awarded
First-Class Certicate, Amsterdam
per doz. 15/-
Elegans bicolor, flowers large, apricot-orange, flamed scarlet, a distinct and beautiful Lily,
ht. i j ft per doz. 7/6
,, E. L. Joerg, bearing an umbel of large flowers, brilliant orange-red shading* to
golden and slightly spotted crimson, handsome, ht. 2 ft per doz. 10/6
LI LIU M ELEGANS PETER BARR.
Orange Queen, a very handsome Lily, producing in mid-summer large
orange-coloured flowers with small black spots; a "Strong robust grower, and
very decorative in either pots or borders, ht. 15 to 18 in. Award ok Merit
R.H.S. 1000 per doz. 15/- 1 6
Othello (new), a beautiful hybrid bearing large handsome blood-red flowers
tinged orange, a fine bold handsome showy Lily, ht. 1 1 ft per doz. 15/- 1 6
Peter Barr, a grand new Lily, flowers very large, measuring 7 in. across, and of
fine form, of a soft yellow colour with chamois tinge and shaded golden down the
centre of each petal, ht. ij ft. Award of Merit R.H.S. , July 21st, 1HG3
per doz. 48 /• 4 6
robustum, a handsome vigorous growing variety, with bold heads of large
handsome orange-yellow flowers, spotted dark crimson, ht. 2 1 ft per doz. 4/6 o 5
sanguineum, flowers of medium size, rich crimson, finely spotted daik crimson,
ht. lj- ft per doz. 4/- o 5
semi-plenum, large semi-double flowers, blood-crimson, ht. ij ft. ,, 7/6 o 8
Sunset (new), flowers very large and of a beautiful glowing golden-chamois
colour, remarkably handsome and free- flowering, ht. 1 1 ft per doz. 17/6 1 8
Van Houttei, floweis rich blood-crimson, blotched with gold and spotted
black, large and remaikably handsome, ht. Ig ft per doz. 4/6 O 5
venustum (syti. armeniacum), soft rich glowing reddish orange, late-flowering,
a grand showy Lily, Ij ft per doz. 15/- 1 6
,, mac ranthum, a remarkably handsome variety, with large
glowing reddish opange flowers, without spots, 1^ ft. , per doz. 15/- 1 6
Wallace!, flowers rich glowing apricot-orange, with black spots, very effective
and distinct, late-flowering, ht. 2 h ft. First-Class Certificate R.H.S.
per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
Willie Barr, fine large floweis of a bright orange-yellow, spotted crimson,
very showy and beautiful, ht. ij ft. 1 per 160, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
Wilsoni, a very beautiful variety, and latest of this section to bloom, flowers
large and effect, apricot, spotted purple, with central yellow streak, very free-
flowering, ht. 2 ft ......:per doz. 18/- 1 8
Mixed varieties, for planting in wild gardens, shrubbery borders, etc.
per 100, 17/6 ; per doz. 2/6 —
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LILIES — continued. each— $. d
f 2 Gigantcum (7 he Himalayas ), the most majestic of Lilies, attaining a height, when
established, of io to 12 ft., with large handsome heart-shaped leaves, and bearing from July
to August immense long white trumpet-shaped flowers. Groups of this noble Lily in
large herbaceous and shrubbery borders, woodlands, or wild gardens produce a grand effect.
They should be planted in a half shady position, where they can establish themselves.
The large flowering bulbs should be potted up and plunged in a cold frame and then be
planted out in May, slight protection from early morning frosts being given. If foliage
is made late in the season, after flowering, it must be protected during the winter with
straw. The smaller bulbs are specially recom-
mended for naturalising, and will bloom freely
two or three years after planting.
Monster flowering bulbs each 7/6, 10/6 & 15 o
Very large flowering bulbs each 3/6 & 5 6
Smaller bulbs ...per doz. 15/- & 24/- ; each 1/6 & 2 6
If Gray! ( North Carolina), a strikingly handsome
Lily from the Alleghany Mountains, flowers of
distinct and elegant form, rich deep blood-crimson,
interior spotted maroon-black and shading to
golden -yellow, habit light and graceful, July-
flowering, lit. 2 ft 2 o
|j Hansoni- The Japanese Yellow Martagon
Lily (Japan), large wax-like flowers with reflexing
petals, bright golden-yellow, spotted crimson-
maroon ; one of the most beautiful and distinct of
Tune-flowering Lilies, ht. 3 ft.; of easy cultivation.
First-Class Certificate R.H.S. ...per doz. 30/- 2 9
S|| Henryi, a most elegant Lily discovered by Dr.
Henry in Central China ; the flowers resemble in
form L. speciosum, but are of a soft orange-yellow
colour and produced on twenty or more large
branching heads, August to September ; hardy,
vigorous grower, attaining a height of 8 ft. Unlike
other Lilies, it produces seed freely 3/6 & 5 6
42 Humboldti ( California ), large handsome flowers, rich golden-yellow', spotted dark
crimson, of great substance, with recurved petals, very showy, ht. 5 ft., July-flowering. This
Lily requires to be established before blooming freely Splendid large bulbs, per doz. 18/- 1 8
,, ,, ,, Monster bulbs 2 6
S’ Humboldti var, magnificum, a grand form, smpassing the type in richness of
colour and its*free- (lowering character ; the large handsome flowers are of a rich deep golden,
with large spots and blotches of blood-red. Established plants bear fifteen to twenty blooms on
a spike, lit. 45 ft. ; 90 per cent, of the bulbs may be expected to blcom the first year, per doz. 25/- 2 6
42 Japonicum var. Alexandra, a beautiful new Japanese Lily bearing in July large
open pure white flowers of great substance, two to five on a stem, ht. 2 ft. ( Supply uncertain ) —
42 Kellogg") a graceful and beautiful Lily from California, bearing pretty soft pink flowers
wdth closely recurved petals, fragrant, ht. 25 ft. Award of Merit R.Il.S., AT Holland
House Show, June 25th, 1903 3 6
iil.’Krameri (South fapan ), a chaste and beautiful flower, delicate rose-pink, of elegant
outline and graceful habit ofgrowTh, July-flowering, ht. 2 ft.
Strong bulbs, per doz. 5/6 & 7/6 ; -/6 & o 8
41 Leichtlini (Japan), bearing in August numerous handsome golden-yellow flowers, spotted
crimson-purple, on graceful stems, very beautiful, ht. 3 to 4 ft per doz. 15/- 1 6
A || Longiflorum — St. Joseph’s Lily (China and Japan), very beautiful Lilies, producing
in June and July long snow-white trumpet-shaped flowers, which are deliciously
fragrant. Greatly prized for pot-culture, and for flower-beds and borders. While
in growth they require plenty of water.
,, type, snowy white trumpet-shaped flowers, ht. 2 ft. ...per 100, 25/-; per doz. 3/6 o 4
„ albo-marginatum, very ornamental, handsomely silver-striped foliage, and
large white trumpet-shaped flowers, ht. 2 ft per doz. 15/- I 6
LTllUM CRAY!.
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12 Monadelphum szovitzianum (syu. Colchicum) ( Caucasus and North Persia'),
bearing handsome spikes of large turban-shaped flowers of great beauty, clear citron-yellow,
spotted black, ht. 3 ft per doz. 2 1/- 2 o
12 Nepalense (Nr Paul), a magnificent greenhouse Lily of striking beauty, bearing in Sep-
tember large flowers with elegantly reflexing petals, soft yellow, shading off
inside to a rich dark maroon, ht. 3 ft per doz. 24/- 2 3
,, A few extra fine bulbs 3/6 & 5 6
If Pardalinum ( California , etc.), stately, shade-loving Lilies, of elegant habit and producing .
in July heads of large, handsome, showy flowers; charming when naturalised.
H >, type, bright scarlet, shading to rich yellow, freely spotted purple-brown, flowers
large, numerous and very handsome, ht. 5 to 6 ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
If ,, californicum, the finest of all, flowers rich deep orange, handsomely spotted
maroon, and tipped brilliant scarlet, ht. 3-J ft per doz. 10/6 1 o
1 „ fragrans, an interesting Lily of robust growth, flowers produced in abundance,
orange slightly marked red on tips of petals, and spotted maroon, delicately
scented , ht. 6 to 8 ft 3 6
If ,, Johnsoni, a handsome form from British Columbia, having a strong sturdy
growth with dark green foliage and very showy flowers, colour glowing crimson
shading to orange, ht. 5 ft. per doz. 15/-
L I LIES — continued. each— s.
S|| Longiflorum Harrisii (The
Bermuda or Easter Lily), a
graceful Lily with long handsome
snow-white flowers, greatly in de-
mand for early forcing, ht. 3 ft.
Bulbs supplied from September to
December
Strong bulbs per doz. 8/6 o
„ ,, Extra large bulbs ... ,, 12/6 I
,, ,, A few monster bulbs 2/6 & 3
,, robustum, also known as
Japonicum giganteum, a strong
and robust-growing Japanese
variety, bearing large handsome
white trumpet-shaped flowers of
great substance ; valuable for suc-
ceeding Lilium Harrisii. and
Wilsoni, as it blooms later, ht. 3 ft.
Strong bulbs
per 100, 37/6 ; per doz. 5/6 o
„ „ Extra strong bulbs
per too, 55/- ; per doz. 7/6 o
,, ,, A few monster bulbs ,, 10/6 1
,, Wilsoni (;yn. eximium), a valu-
able free-flowering variety, coming
in before robustum, and bearing 10
to 12 large handsome white trum-
pet flowers on a stem, ht. 3 ft. ; a
first-class variety for pots or borders
Strong 6u/6s...per 100, 35/-; per doz. 5/- o
Extra strong bulbs ,, 55/- ; ,, 7/6 o
A few monster bulbs per doz. 10/6 1
|| IVIarhan, a splendid hybrid Lily, a cross from L. martagon album and L. Hansoni ; it
produces large elegant spikes of flowers with reflexing petals, deep yellow speckled brown
and dotted crimson, June-July, ht. 3I ft. First-Class Certificate R. 11. S 3 6
Maritimum ( California ), a beautiful distinct species, flowers bell-shaped, intense deep
orange-scarlet, centre tiger-spotted crimson on a golden ground, July, ht I.r to 2 ft., per doz. 21/- 2 o
|| Martagon ( Central and South Europe), a tall and stately Lily, bearing early in July
pyramidal heads of purple reflexed flowers, spotted more or less with black, ht. 4 ft.
per doz. 4/- o 5
12 ,, album, one of the most beautiful of Lilies, producing in July handsome
pyramidal spikes of pure white reflexed flowers, ht. 4 ft. First-Class Certificate
2/6, 3/6 & 4 6
12 „ dalmaticum, a stately Lily bearing in July long pyramidal spikes of reflexed
flowers, ranging from pale rosy purple to dark purple-rose or crimson-maroon, all
with a glossy surface, ht. 4 ft per doz. 25/- 2 3
!2 ,, ,, Catani, a remarkably handsome variety of the above, having rich dark
crimson-maroon flowers shaded and spotted black, ht. 4 ft 2 6
LILIUM LONG1FLOKUM WILSONI.
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Pardalinum Michauxi, crimson-scarlet, shading to yellow, spotted maroon ; later-
blooming than the other varieties, ht. 4 to 5 ft per too, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
11 ,, Burbank’s Hybrids. See Novelty List, page 7.
K ,, Red Giant. See Novelty List, page 7.
If parviflorum, a distinct and beautiful little Lily, bearing a profusion of small elegant
dowers, golden-yellow finely spotted brown and with golden anthers, ht. 3.J ft. ...per doz. to/6 1 o
If Parryi ( California ), a very beautiful species, with large bright yellow flowers lightly spotter!
and of delicate perfume, July, ht. 3 ft. First-Class Certificate R.H.S 2/6 & 3 6
If Parvum ( California ), very distinct and showy, flowers small and bell-shaped, of a bright
yellow shaded red and freely spotted, June-July, ht. 35 ft. Extra strong bulbs
per doz. 24/-
^f „ var. luteum, a very pretty Lily wfth flowers almost cup-shaped, colour orange,
doited maroon, June-July, lit. 3J ft per doz. 10/6
Philadelphicum (Canada and United States), a graceful little Lily, bearing in July
charming flowers, scarlet, shading to orange, elegantly spotted black, ht. 1 ft. ...per doz. 10/6
Philippinense ( Philippine Islands'), a remarkably graceful and beautiful Lily, suitable
for pot culture in greenhouse ; it bears on a slender leafy stem one long white trumpet-
shaped flower with reflexing petals, sweetly scented, ht. 2 ft., very rare per doz. 15 /-
|| Pomponium, true ( Lombardy , etc.), a beautiful June-flowering Lily, with very graceful
foliage, flowers reflexed and of a rich sealing-wax scarlet colour, ht. 2 to 3 ft. ...per doz. 8/6
|| Pyrenaicum flavum (Pyrenees), bearing elegant spikes of numerous yellow flowers,
spotted black , June-flowering, ht. 3 ft per doz. 5/6
Roezlii (true), a rare Lily from the Pacific coast, bearing in June an elegant raceme of
brilliant orange-red flowers spotted purple and with reflexed petals, ht. 3 ft. ... per doz. 21/-
5 Rubellum, one of the most beautiful of recently discovered hardy Japanese Lilies. The
growth is slender like that of Kramcri, while the flowers are of distinct elegant form and a
delicate pale rose, with golden anthers ; it has been found to thrive best out of doors in a
partially shady situation in a compost of loam, leaf soil, and stones ; it makes a lovely pot-
plant (2 or 3 bulbs in a [ ot) and may be gently forced into bloom by end of May, ht. i| ft.
per doz. 10/6 & 15/- ; 1/- &
I' SpeciOSum (syn. lancifolium) (Japan), a remarkably beautiful section of Lilies
flowering in late summer and early autumn ; the flowers are large and hand-
some with reflexing petals and last a long time in water when cut.
,, album, handsome white flowers of firm texture, ht. 3 ft. Extra strong bulbs
per doz. 7/6
,, „ Crown Princess, a very floriferous variety, bearing a large
number of fine white flowers, lit. 3 ft. Award of Merit, p. doz. 8/6
2
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Kraetzeri, extremely beautiful large white flowers of great sub-
stance, with dark orange-coloured anthers, ht. 3 ft.
,, Strong fowering bulbs, per doz. 7/6 o
,, Extra strong bulbs ,, 10/6 1
,, A few monster bulbs 1
novum, see punctatum album.
,, Cruentum, a dwarf late-flowering variety of Melpomene, with handsome
richly coloured flowers ; a good pot plant per doz. 18/- I
,, magnificum (new), a grand lily introduced in 1903 from a new district in
Japan. It resembles the favourite Melpomene but blooms earlier, is richer in
colour and has longer and broader petals ; the foliage is of a rich dark green,
while the flowers are of great substance and borne 10 to 20 on a spike.
Award of Merit R.II.S per doz. 10/6 & 15/- ; 1/- & 1
Extra large bulbs 2
„ Melpomene, one of the richest coloured of this group, bearing large hand-
some flowers of stout substance, dark crimson, heavily spotted purple, and
margined white, ht. 3 ft per doz. 7/6 o
Extra strong bulbs ,, 10/6 1
A few monster bulbs 2
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,, punctatum, white spotted pink, anthers yellow, beautiful, ht. 3ft., perdoz. 6/6 o 7
,, ,, album (syn. album novum), the finest vdhite variety, of
robust growth, with handsome broad foliage, flowers very large, snowy white,
with yellow anthers ; a grand Lily which we strongly recommend to all,
ht. 3ft. Award of Merit R.H.S perdoz. 18/- 1 8
,, purpureum, a very fine variety, with abundance of large purple-rose flowers,
heavily spotted deep crimson-purple, a fine strong grower, 3 to 5 ft., per doz. 6/6 o 7
,, ,, „ Extra strong bulbs ,, 9/- o 10
,, roseum, white suffused and spotted delicate light rose, pretty, 3 ft.
Extra strong bulbs, per doz. 5/6 o 6
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Fine New Hybrids of Lilium Umbkllatum x Lilium Elegans.
aurantiacum multiflorum,orange-yellow petals, tipped orange-red per doz. 10/6 i o
Cloth of Gold, a beautiful variety with fine golden-yellow flowers almost without
spots per doz. 10/6 I o
Sensation, bearing handsome large flowers of a vivid orange-red, very fine „ 7/6 o 8
Wallichianum superbum. 5 « Sulphureum.
(1 Washi ngtonianum ( California ), bearing from June to July an abundance of large
handsome flowers, white, shading to lilac, fragrant, ht. 4 to 5 ft. ; plant with
the top 6 inches deep in fibrous loam in partial shade 2 o
purpureum, a fine variety, bearing in abundance large handsome sweet-
scented flowers, white tinged and spotted a vinous purple, and changing ulti-
mately to a rich deep purple, ht. 3 to 4 ft 2 q
LILIES — continued. each— s. d
Sj'Speciosum rubrum, suffused and heavily spotted crimson, on white ground, ht. 3 ft.
Extra strong bulbs, per 100, 35 /-; per doz. 5/- o 6
„ ,, multiflorum, suffused and spotted rose on a white ground, early
and very free-flowering, ht. 3 ft. ......per 1 (X), 50/- ; per doz. 7 /- o 8
„ Schrymakersii, a fine early and free-flowering form of rubrum, bearing an
abundance of deep rose (lowers spotted purple, ht. 3 ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
OSulphureum (syn. Wallichianum Buperbum) {Upper Burmah), producing in September
flowers 9 inches long, of great substance, and deliciously fragrant : on first opening sulphur-
coloured, then changing to white, tinged rose ; a charming Lily for pots , requiring greenhouse
culture, ht. 4 to 6 ft 5 6
^Superbum {Eastern United States to Canada),
a very showy bog-loving Lily, with flowers orange
to crimson, spotted rich brown, and elegantly
recurved, stately in growth, late Summer-flowering ;
ht. 4 to 7 ft. {Coloured Plate, 6 d.) per doz. 5/6 o 6
Szovitzianum. See Monadelphum Szo-
vitzianum.
IITenuifolium {Siberia), a very graceful little Lily,
bearing in early June on slender stems numerous
showy glossy scarlet flowers, ht. ij ft. ...per doz. 10/6 I o
||Testaceum (syn, excelsum), bearing from June
to July very beautiful large handsome flowers of a
lovely apricot colour, with showy scarlet anthers,
delightfully fragrant, ht. 4 ft per doz. 21/- 2 o
,, Extra strong bulbs ,, 30/- 2 9
Thunbergianum. Elegans.
5 ||Tigrinum — the Tiger Lily {China and Japan),
a remarkably handsome section, with
abundance of large showy brilliantly
coloured flowers, lighting up the
garden in August and September.
All very hardy vigorous growers.
,, Fortunei, having a woolly stem and
producing on bold branching
heads up to 20 rich orange-
scarlet flowers, spotted crimson-
brown, ht. 4 ft.
per 100, 21/-; per doz. 3/- o 4
„ „ flore-pleno, double orange-
scarlet flowers, lasting long in
bloom, ht. 4 ft.
per 100, 25/-; per doz. 3/6 o 4
^IITigrinum Fortunei giganteum, a grand robust variety of Fortunei, growing
taller and bearing more flowers, ht. 6 ft per 100, 42/- ; per doz. 5/6 o 6
,, splendens, very handsome, with large pyramidal heads of bright fiery
orange-scarlet flowers, covered with large crimson-brown spots, ht. 6 ft.
per 100, 12/6 ; per doz. 1/9 o 2
£|| Umbel latum (syn. Davuricum), a very showy section of Lilies, bearing in June
large handsome flowers ; very effective when grouped in shrubbery and flower
borders, also good pot plants.
,, erectum, rich cerise-scarlet, shading to yellow, ht. 2^ ft., p. too, 27/6; p. doz. 3/9 o 4
„ Incomparable, intense rich crimson, freely spotted, a handsome showy
variety, ht. 2 ft per 100, 27/6; per doz. 3/9 o 4
„ Sappho, scarlet, shading to orange, moderately spotted, ht. 2 ft 5/6 o 6
,, Tottenhami, bright yellow spotted red, showy and distinct, ht. 2 ft. ,, 6/6 o 7
,, Fine Mixed Yarieties, ht. 2 to 3 ft per too, 17/6; ,, 2/6 —
BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covent Garden, London. 59
x LILY OF THE VALLEY, for Forcing, and making Plantations out of doors.
The Berlin Forcing Crowns can be strongly recommended for general early forcing, to come in after
Christmas, l'or flowering before and at Christmas we recommend the Retarded Crowns. For I.ilv
of the Vai.ley beds out-of-doors, and for massing in north borders, naturalising in woods, copses,
etc., the Berlin Planting Crowns, Alexandra Crowns and Fortin’s Crowns are recommended.
DIRECTIONS FOR FORCING BERLIN CROWNS.
Plant 1 5 to 20 crowns in a 5-inch pot, shaking in a little light soil amongst the roots, until they are
tightly potted ; leave the crowns free above the soil and a little below the rim of the pot. Place on
bottom heat in a moist atmosphere , with a temperature of 80 to 85 degrees (if forced in March a
temperature of 70 to 75 degrees will be sufficient), and cover the crowns with a little cocoa fibre or
moss, which remove when top growth is showing. Tepid water should be frequently given, care
being taken that it penetrates to the centre of the clump. To encourage simultaneously the develop-
ment of flower and foliage, keep a flower-pot inverted over the crowns, until flower and foliage
have made some progress, when gradually admit light. A dry atmosphere , or an insufficient supply
of water at the roots, will cause the crowns, technically speaking, to go “blind.” Where large
quantities of Lily of the Valley blooms are required for cutting, the crowns should be planted rather
thickly in boxes and receive the treatment described above.
OUTDOOR CULTURE OF LILY OF THE VALLEY.
Out-of-doors the Lily of the Valley likes a partially shaded and moist situation. The best results are
obtained on a shady border against a wall, placing the crowns 6 to 9 inches apart and leaving them
to establish themselves. The soil should be a good loam enriched with manure and a top dressing
of old manure should be given annually. The plants should not be allowed to remain more than
three years in one spot.
X Barr’s Finest Berlin Forcing Crowns, of finest selected quality, suitable for general
early forcing per 1000, 60/-; per 100, 6/6
x Barr’s Improved English “Alexandra” Crowns, bearing sturdy spikes well
clothed with large handsome bells ; this strain is specially suited for outdoor culture , but may also
be potted and very slowly forced in February or March (not earlier) per too, 8/6; per doz. 1/3
x Fine Selected Berlin Planting Crowns, for outdoor beds, and naturalising in
woods, etc per 1000, 42/- ; per too, 4/6
x Fortin Grand Giant Strain, a very beautiful strain with remarkably large handsome bells
on long sturdy stalks ; the finest of all Lily of the Valley. The flowering crowns offered may be
potted and brought on very slowly under glass, but they must not be potted or boxed, up before
March ; ordinary forcing will cause them to go blind . Flowering crowns, per 100, 16/6 ; per doz. 2/4
,, ,, Planting crowns (specially recommended) „ 10/6 ; „ 1/6
Retarded Crowns of Lily of the Valley for very early flowering, supplied from June
to December. The earlier plantings of retarded crowns will give bloom in about three weeks, but
the crowns started in November and December require a little more time. It is necessary that they
be planted as soon as received, and grown on rapidly without any check. In June, July, and August
all that is needed is to place them in a cold frame, and they come along quickly with very little
attention. Later on, however, when the nights become cool, the temperature must be raised to
that of the day. Failures sometimes occur with these retarded crowns in October, November, and
December because they are not given the warmth they require at night.
The plants should be kept fairly dry overhead, and a warm moist atmosphere should be main-
tained. As the retarded crowns make a vigorous foliage it is advisable to remove one out of three
leaves, as this will assist the development of the flower spike.
Crowns of finest quality, per 1000, 80/- ; per 100, 9/-
each — s. d
x LITTONIA modesta, an elegant greenhouse climber, producing in abundance slender
deep golden bell-shaped flowers. In warm situations plant outdoors in April 2 6
x LYCORIS, handsome bulbous plants from China and Japan.
aurea, a greenhouse bulb of great beauty, from China, bearing in October lovely umbels of
golden-yellow flowers of elegant outline, ht. ij ft. Grow in a temperature of 65° to 70°,
and while at rest in summer keep slightly damp per doz. 10/6 1 o
ra.dia.ta. alba, a fine introduction from Japan , bearing on stout stems large umbels of
spreading white flowers with a slight tinge of primrose at base of segments; a noble plant
for the greenhouse, or out of doors under a south wall per doz. 25/- 2 6
sanguinea (nrw), bearing from May to June umbels of 5 to 6 brilliant orange-red flowers
for greenhouse or south walls, ht. ft per doz. 21/- 2 o
squamigera {syn. Amaryllis Halli), bearing in July umbels of 5 to 6 pretty pink
flowers, with petals 3 to 4 in. long, the lower part being bright yellow,
fragrant, ht. 2 ft. ; for greenhouse or south walls per doz. 21/- 2 o
,, purpurea, bearing in July umbels of 6 to 7 flowers like the above, but
shaded brilliant purple, ht. 2 ft. ; for greenhouse or south wall... per doz. 10/6 1 o
x MALVASTRUM Gilliesii (Modiola geranioides), a charming hardy rock plant, profusely
covered with crimson- purple flowers all the Summer, ht. & ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
x MEDEOLA as pa. r ago ides {syn. Asparagus and Myrsiphyllum), commonly called
Smilax, a charming and elegant greenhouse plant for hanging-baskets, etc., producing
spray-like branchlets of small glossy green foliage and orange-scented flowers ; prized for
cutting per doz. 4/6 o 5
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METHONICA superba. See Gloriosa.
x MICHAUXIA campanuloides (Michaux’a Bell-flower), a stately plant for dry south
borders, bearing in summer branching spikes of large rosy white blooms like Passion-flowers,
each— s. d
.per doz. 4/6 o 5
ht. 3 ft..
MILLA (Triteleia).
x biflora, a beautiful Mexican species, bearing in August large pure white flowers of great
substance, ht. i ft ; the bulbs should be kept dry during winter and be potted up in early
spring or planted out in March in a well-drained and sunny situation, per loo, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
uniflora (Spring Star Flower), a charming little hardy plant from Buenos Aires; flowers
white, shaded blue, of delicate fragrance, ht. .1 ft. Naturalised on grassy banks or
on rockwork, this plant produces a lovely effect during April and May ; it is also
valuable for small beds and edgings. By gentle forcing in pots it may be had in
bloom from January to February. A pretty room decoration can be obtained by
growing Milla uniflora in saucers or bowls of live sphagnum moss.
per 1000, 18/6; per too, 2/- ; per doz. 4 d. —
violacea, differs only from the above in the flowers being porcelain-blue, striped
violet, ht. .} ft per 1000, 15/6 ; per 100, 1/8 ; per doz. 3d. —
MODIOLA geranioides.
per
IOOO
per
100
per
doz
See Malyastrum Gillicsii.
x MONTBRETIA, a family of most decorative
hardy bulbous plants of elegant growth, and pro-
ducing freely in early August graceful spikes of
gorgeously coloured flowers, which are of the
greatest value for cutting, lasting long in water
and mixing well with all kinds of foliage. They
may be grown in any ordinary flower-border en-
riched with manure, but prefer a sunny situation.
As pot-plants they are charmingly graceful. Plant
outdoors November to March, and the earlier
plantings cover lightly with litter.
Pottsii, graceful branched
spikes of medium-sized bril-
liant verm ilion -scarlet (1 owers
remarkably showy, ht. 2 ft.
Pottsii superba, bril-
liantglowing vermilion, inner
part of flower a rich golden
crocosmseflora, elegant
branched spikes of large
showy flowers, brilliant red
shaded golden, a grand
flower for cutting, ht. 2.V ft.
crocosmaeflora aurea, large golden-yellow flowers, beautiful, ht. 2 ft....
auricule, bearing sturdy spikes of large deep golden-coloured
flowers shaded orange, handsome, ht. 2j ft
Bouquet Parfait, deep yellow,' shaded vermilion, very showy,
ht. 2 ft
MONTBRETIA CROCOSMi'E FLORA.
Drap d’or, rich deep golden, shaded apricot-orange, late, ht. I j ft.
Eldorado, flowers rich deep orange-yellow, fine, ht. 3 ft
Etoile de Feu, one of the most brilliant, a remarkably striking
flower, large and of an intense deep glowing vermilion, shaded
orange-scarlet, with a golden centre and golden anthers, ht. 3 ft. ...
Pluie d’or, large rich apricot-orange, shaded golden-yellow, tall
and handsome, and valuable to bed with crocosmecjlora, ht. 2.) f[
Solfatara, a delicate primrose-yellow colour, rather late, valuable
for succession, ht. I j ft
Sunbeam (syn. Rayon d’or), large flowers, deep golden, shaded
apricot-orange, with crimson central ring, ht. 2% ft
Talisman, rich vermilion, shaded orange, late, and valuable for
succession, ht. ij ft
Transcendant, very large open flowers, orange-red, shading to
golden and vermilion, ht. ij ft
mixed hybrids, containing many beautiful and showy colours
rosea (syn. Tritonia rosea), a distinct species, producing freely spikes of
pretty rose-coloured flowers, ht. ij ft
12 each of the foregoing 16 named varieties, 9/-; 2S each, 17/6.
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per doz.
s. d.
each.
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: MONTBRETIA— grand new hybrids. each-*, d
,, George Davison, a grand new seedling variety with very large handsome
rich golden-yellow flowers, produced on long branching spikes, ht. 3J ft. Award
of Merit R.H.S., August iqth, 1902 per doz. 12/6 1 3
,, Germania, a lovely hybrid of Montbretia crocosrmtfora and Crocosma
imperialis ; it has the fine bushy habit of the Montbretias, grows nearly 4 ft. high,
and produces in summer a profusion of graceful spikes, clothed with very large
expanded flowers, measuring 3 to 3} in. across, of a glowing orange-red with
blood-red centre ; a first-class plant for borders or cutting. An Award of
Merit was unanimously voted to this plant by the Royal Horticultural Society,
July 30th, 1901 per doz. 4/6 o 5
,, Koh-i-noor, a very beautiful new hybrid ; plants of fine erect habit, flowers
very large and of a brilliant golden-orange, ht. 2.J ft per doz. 10/6 I o
See also Novelty List, page 7.
MORPHIXIA (syu. Ixia longiflora).
Lovely little bulbous plants with the same graceful habit as the Ixia, but dwarfer, the flowers
being long and tubular ; they come into bloom later than the Ixias, and continue in flower a long
time. These little gems should be given choice sunny spots on rockwork or front border.
per doz. — s. d
paniculata, flowers inside a beautiful buff colour, outside brick-rose 2 o
,, lu tea, soft lemon, shaded buff, beautiful 2 o
,, rosea, deep rose and rvhite 2 o
MUSCARI (Grape, Starch, Musk, and Feathered Hyacinths).
These lovely Spring Flowers require no special culture or soil. Naturalised on rockwork
and grassy banks they look very beautilul, while as edgings and massed in the flower border they
are most charming, and continue a long time in bloom, ht. 4 to 6 inches. We can strongly recom-
mend them all for naturalisation.
“ Heavenly Blue,” this lovely variety was sent us some years ago from Trebizond ;
the colour is of the brightest and richest shade of gentian-blue imaginable, and large
masses produce a wonderful effect in the garden from the end of March to May;
the flowers have a delightful fragrance, and arc very valuable for cutting, having long
stalks, and remaining fresh in water a long time. Awarded a Certificate of Merit by
the Royal Botanic Society. (See Illustration, page 9.) ...per 1000, 60/- ; per 100, 6/6 1 o... —
Armeniacum, ultramarine blue, very beautiful, succeeding M. “ Heavenly Blue ”
in time of flowering per 100, 8/6 1 3...0 2
Azureum (syn. Hyacinthus azureus), bearing lovely little heads of Cambridge blue,
early in February per 100, 7/6 1 3...0 2
,, Freynianum, numerous large spikes of turquoise-blue, very beautiful
per 100, 10/6 I 6...0 2
,, giganteum, a grand tall robust-growing variety with large bold
heads of deep blue flowers, handsome 2 6...0 3
,, robustum, a strong-growing variety of the beautiful Azureum , with
larger flower-heads of a lovely Cambridge blue per 100, 7/6 1
Botryoides cseruleum (Italian Grape Hyacinth), bearing pretty little spikes
of dark blue flowers ; an old garden favourite used largely for small
beds, edgings, and for naturalising per 1000, 15/-; per 100, 1/8 o
„ album (Pearls of Spain), pure white „ 30/-; ,, 3/6 o
,, candidum, white, tinged rose, beautiful 30/- 4
,, pallidum grandiflorum, pretty spikes of beautiful pale
azure-blue, a lovely little plant 6
comosum (Tassel Hyacinth), forming at top of stem curious tassel-like heads of deep
blue flowers . .per 100, 7/6 1
„ album, a pretty white variety, rare ,, 15/- 2
HeldreiChii (The Greek Grape Hyacinth), beautiful spikes of deep blue with
white at mouth of bell 6 6...0 7
Masseyanum. See Novelty List, page 7.
Moschatum majus (the Large Musk Hyacinth), fragrant 10 6...1 o
Neglectum majus (Starch Hyacinth), blue-black, large and very early,
remaining long in beauty per 100, 15/- 2 3...0 3
,, carneum, a pretty variety with flowers of a flesh-rose shade 12 6...1 3
Paradoxum (The Caucasian Starch Hyacinth), long handsome spikes of nearly
pure black flowers, very handsome per 100, 4/6 o 8... —
Praecox, a very early miniature species with charming sky-blue flowers 3 6...0 4
Plumosum (Ostrich Feather or Plume Hyacinth), bearing large broad plume-like
heads of a pretty mauve colour per 1000, 35/- ; per 100, 4/- o 7... —
MUSK HYACINTH. &<r Muscari moschatum.
3...0
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NARCISSUS POLYANTHUS, or nosegay daffodils.
The Polyanthus Narcissi or Nosegay
Daffodils produce large heads of sweet-scented
flowers, and are specially adapted for Winter and
Spring decoration in pots and jardinets, etc. The
culture is the same as for Hyacinths. For flower
beds and mixed borders they are great favourites,
and produce a charming effect. Plant in October
or November, and at the approach of winter give a
light covering of long litter or other material to keep
off severe frosts ; remove the covering in March.
Where flowers are in demand from November
to January, the Paper White “Early Snow
flake” and Double Roman Narcissi are of great
value for forcing with the Roman Hyacinths ( see
Culture, page I).
Barr's Selections of
Polyanthus Narcissi or Nosegay
Daffodils.
(These selections do not include Paper White or
Double Roman Narcissi).
100 in 12 splendid varieties
50 ,, 12 ,,
36 „ 12 „ „
12 „ 12 „
Barr’s Choice
POLYANTHUS NARCISSUS, PAPER-WHITE “ SNOWFLAKE.’
Mixture, specially
made up by us from the most suitable
named varieties , for mixed flower beds
and borders ...per ioo, 12/6; per doz. 1/9
IKT The numbers following the names indi-
cate the relative time of flowering : thus, those
marked (1) are the earliest to bloom, and those
marked (5) the latest. They all, however, closely
follow one another.
WHITE-PETALLED NOSEGAY DAFFODILS. per doz. each
Bazelman major (2), large broad pure white perianth, large dark yellow cup 6
Gloriosus (1), perianth white, cup glowing orange-yellow, very showy and early
^ . __ per 100, 12/6 1
Oran a fylonarque (4), large broad white perianth, cup primrose-yellow ,, 15/- 2
Her Majesty (4) broad pure white perianth, large deep golden cup ,, 17/6 2
Maestro (3), perianth white, large rich orange cup, often inclined to be double,
a grand dwarf variety, very free flowering per too, 25/- 3 6...0 4
Mont Cenis (2), bearing bold handsome clusters of large flowers, petals broad, pure
white, atp rich yellow early per 100, 15/- 2 3...0 3
Muzart Orientalis (4), large white perianth, cup stained rich deep orange, very
showy and beautiful in beds and borders, late per 100, 6/6 1 o...
Paper White “Snowflake” Improved, a fine improved large-flowering
variety of the Paper White Narcissus, very free-flowering and most valuable for early
forcing .••••• per 100, 7/6 1 3 . 0 2
Princess Mettermch, broad white petals and bold rich golden-yellow cup
d
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Queen of the Netherlands (1) pure white perianth, rich yellow cup, early
“Scilly Isles” White (4), perianth white, cup creamy white, very early and
beautfful, dwarf 100, 6/6
White Pearl, perianth pure white, cup almost white per 100, 8/6
White Perfection (5), bearing large trusses of bloom, pure white perianth, cup
almost white, veiy beautiful, rather dwarf and late per too, 15/-
YELLOW- AND PRIMROSE-PETALLED NOSEGAY DAFFODILS.
Adonia (3), perianth deep primrose, cup brilliant deep orange-yellow, large vvell-
foimed flmvers per IOOj 3 0 /.
Bathurst (4), perianth yellow, cup deep golden, dwarf and late per 100, 1 5/-
Charles Dickens (4), perianth primrose, cup orange-yellow, large flower, distinct
3--° 3
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3...0 3
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3--° 3
_ per 100, 16/6
Grand Soleil d Or (1), perianth golden, cup deep brilliant orange, early and very
, sIl0 "T--- per 100, 12/6
Jaunc Supreme (3), perianth buff-primrose, cup orange-yellow 15/-
Sir Isaac Newton (3), perianth golden-buff, cup orange-yellow, large ,, 16/6
2 4- -o 3
1 9...0 2
2 3-o 3
2 4...0 3
DOUBLE NOSEGAY DAFFODIL.
Double Roman Narcissus, double white with orange nectary, prized for early
forcing with the Paper White Narcissus ; the individual flowers are wired and used
for buttonholes, bouquets, etc per I00j 6/6 1 o...
*ar For full Descriptive List of Narcissi or Daffodils, see Barr’s Daffodil Catalogue.
BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covent Garden, London. 63
NARCISSUS POETAZ new hybrid polyanthus narcissi.
(Hybrids of Polyanthus Narcissi, best forms, and Narcissus poeticus ornatus).
A very decorative new class of Nosegay Daffodils or Polyanthus Narcissi, growing taller than
the old varieties, with a less stifl habit, and larger flowers, while at the same lime they are quite hardy,
and may be grown on in the garden from year to year, like the Daffodil. They also lend themselves to
culture in pots and jardinets, and will bear gentle forcing. To cut for vases or bouquets, these new
Narcissi will be found of great value. The flowers are all delightfully fragrant. er doz each
Elvira, bearing on long stems three to four large elegant flowers with broad white s- / s. <1
petals of great substance, cup gulden yellow finely edged orange, very graceful,
lit. 24 in. Award of Merit R.H.S., April 19 tii, 1901 per too, 12/6 1 9...0 2
Ideal, a pretty showy variety bearing four to six flowers on a stem, perianth white,
cup brilliant orange, height 21 in per 100, 30/- 4 0...0 5
Irene, bearing a head of five to six flowers with pale primrose perianth and deep
golden cup prettily fluted, lit. 21 in per too, 30/- 4 0.. .0 5
Jaune a Merveille, a handsome vaiicty, four to six flowers on a stem, with
large broad soft primrose perianth and bright yellow cup, thinly edged orange, of good
form, lit. 21 in 15 o... I 6
Louise, flowers four to five on a stem, with bread white pciianth and golden cup, very
prettily fluted, ht. 21 in per 100, 30/. 4 0...0 5
Triumph, bearing about three large flowers on a stem, perianth broad and snowy
while, cup golden-yellow prettily fluted, ht. 18 in 7 6...0 8
THE SACRED, OR GOOD LUCK LILY of China and Japan.
Called by the Chinese “ Jos Flower,” or “ Flower of the Gods,” and “ Water Fairy Flower.”
This species of Polyanthus Nar-
cissus, which we annually import from
Northern China, is prized for the abundance
of its flowers and its marvellously rapid
growth. The flowers are white, with
yellow cup, and very fragrant ; they are
mostly single, but a few doubles are some-
times found amongst them. Each bulb
produces several flower-spikes, bearing
many flowers. In China and Japan the
bulbs are grown in the living-rooms in fancy
bowls filled simply with pebbles and water,
and the natives compete with one another
in growing the finest specimens for their
New Year’s Festival, successful culture
being regarded as an emblem of “Good
Luck.” The bulb in this country can be
grown as successfully as in China, and it is
most interesting to watch its rapid growth,
which is about 20 inches in forty days ;
place in a sunny window by day and on a
table near the centre of the room by night,
as frost destroys the flower-buds. The
howls of the Chinese sacred lily. natural atmosphere of a warm greenhouse
is of course most suitable, and we can
strongly recommend this flower fur Christmas Forcing. Fuller particulars of culture sent with the
bulbs. Orders now booked for immediate delivery on arrival, which we expect to be early in
October. ' each— x. d
Very Large Bulbs, expected to arrive in October per doz 5/6 o 6
Fine Large Bulbs ,, ,, ,, ,, „ 3/6 o 4
Fancy Decorated Japanese Bowls, same as used by the Chinese for growing the “ Good Luck
Lily ” in. 6 inches diameter (suitable for i bulb), 1/3; 7 in. dia. (for 1 bulb), 1/9; 8| in dia.
(for 2 or 3 bulbs), 3/ ; 9.I in. dia. (for 3, 4, or 5 bulbs), 4/ ; 10J in. dia. (for 0 to 8 bulbs), 6/ ;
12 in. dia. (for 10 bulbs), 8/6.
Barr’s Doulton Ware Bulb Yases may also be used. See page 2.
Small Pebbles for growing the “ Good Luck Lily ” in, per quart, 6 d. ( one quart required for 3 bulbs).
Barr’s Fertilised Fibre and Charcoal Mixture also recommended ( see p'ge 2).
NARCISSUS or DAFFODILS. See Daffodil Catalogue. eth- t
NERINE, greenhouse bulbous plants of remarkable beauty. Established in pots they produce
annually their handsome umbels of bloom. In potting use a rich sandy loam soil, encourage
a free foliage growth during Winter, and in Spring gradually reduce watering so that the
bulbs may go to rest. In August they should be started again into growth for autumn
flowering.
COrusca. major, a handsome variety of sarniensis , producing a close umbel of brilliant
fiery orange-scarlet flowers with protruding scarlet stamens 2 6
flexuosa alba. See Novelty List , page 8.
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See Novelty List, page 8.
NERINE — continued. each— s.
Fothergilli major, a grand plant, producing in early autumn large umbels of handsome
crimson-scarlet flowers, ht. ft per doz. 24/- 2
marginata. \
pancratioides.J
sarniensis (Guernsey Lily), a most brilliantly coloured Autumn flower of elegant form;
colour vivid crimson-scarlet, sparkling in the sun as if bespangled with gold, ht. 1 to ij ft.
per doz. 9/6 o to
sarniensis, collected in Cape Colony, and said to vary in shade, per too, 60/-; ,, 8/6 o 9
undulata (syn. crispa), rose-coloured flowers, petals elegantly curled, a little gem for
the greenhouse, ht. Jft per doz. 8/6 o 9
ORNITHOGALUM (Star of Bethlehem), very pretty hardy bulbs, flowering in Spring and
early Summer. Arabicum and aureum should either be grown in pots or planted in a
warm situation close to a south wall, at a depth of 6 inches. Pyramidalk, Nutans, and
UMBELLATUM are charming plants for naturalising in woodlands, meadows, etc. ; the two
latter will thrive in dense shade where few other plants will grow,
arabicum, handsome white flowers in June, with glistening black central boss and yellow
anthers. Well-grown specimens produce heads bearing as many as 20 flowers, each
measuring 2 inches across. Plant on warm sunny south borders, and slightly protect during
winter ; by slight forcing it may be had in bloom by Easter, ht. I .' ft. After flowering the
bulbs should be well ripened off, if out-of-doors, by placing a hand-light over them, or if
in pots by exposing them to full sun Guernsey-grown bulbs, per doz. 2/6 o 3
,, „ Extra large bulbs, ,, 3/6 o 4
x aureum, a beautiful little species, with flowers of a rich apricot-orange colour, ht. 1 ft.;
suitable for pot-culture or out of doors against a south wall, where the bulbs should be left
undisturbed and have a light covering during winter per doz. 5/6 o 6
lacteum (The Chickereekie of South Africa), a very lovely border plant with distinct
spreading foliage and bearing a long elegant raceme of satiny while flowers with primrose-
yellow anthers, lasting a remarkably long time when cut, ht. ij ft. ; as a pot plant it is also
prized I 6
x longibracteatum, a striking plant and very ornamental in pots for greenhouse and
window decoration, ht. Ig ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
montanum, a very pretty dwarf species, with umbels of starry white flowers, ht. j ft. ; a
most valuable bulb for massing and edgings, also useful for naturalising in grass, woodlands,
etc per 100, 5/6; per doz. 10 d. —
nutans, elegant spikes of silvery grey flowers, outside shaded pale sea-green, beautiful ;
valuable for cutting and naturalising in woodlands, etc., ht. 1 ft per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8 d. —
pyramidale, a very beautiful bulbous plant, but little known ; in Spring its large spikes of
beautiful snowy white flowers are very attractive in borders, ht. 2 ft per doz 7/6 o 8
umbel latum splendens, a large handsome form of the old Star of Bethlehem , bearing
umbels of pure white starry flowers effective in masses and edgings, valuable to naturalise,
ht. il ft per 1000, 35/- ; per 100, 4/-; per doz. fd. —
OSTROWSKYA magnifica, a grand herbaceous perennial, bearing in summer immense
bell-shaped flowers 6 inches in diameter, mauve to purple-blue, sometimes white, ht. 3 ft.
First-Class Certificate R.I 1 .S. Plant in a light well-diained gritty or sandy soil against
a sunny wall, and slightly protect in spring Strong roots which have flowered 2 6
„ ,, Smaller roots 1 6
OXALIS (Wood-Sorrel), remarkably pretty little subjects for hot dry positions on rock-
work, etc., in light soil ; they make charming edgings. In winter they should be protected
with light litter. The varieties marked y bloom from June to Autumn, and planted in pots or
pans they form decorative subjects for the greenhouse and sitting-room.
~,arborea alba., flowers white, beautiful, ht. 8 inches; plant in Spring in cold frame or
greenhouse per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
7 Bowiei, large brilliant rose flowers and elegant foliage, ht. 5 ft. ,, 4/6; ,, 8< I. —
cernua fl. pi., flowers double, canary-yellow, very pretty, ht. J- ft. ,, 4/6; ,, 8 d. —
„ var. bermudiana (The Bermuda Buttercup), a charming bulb for Winter
flowering indoois, producing elegant terminal clusters of graceful bright yellow flowers for
weeks, l’ot up early and keep in a dark cool position lor a few weeks to root well, and
then remove to a sunny window, or greenhouse ; the bulbs may also be potted later, kept in
a frame, and planted out in spring per 100, 12/6 ; per doz. 1/9 o 2
~/floribunda, (lowers rose-coloured, with dark veins, produced in profusion for many
months, ht. 8 inches per 100, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
ylasiandra, very handsome and distinct, with large deep green leaves and woolly stems,
and umbels of rosy crimson flowers, ht. 9 inches per 100, 3/6; per doz. 6 d. —
P/EONIES, Double and Single Chinese. Plant in September and October.
See our Hardy Plant Catalogue.
P/EONIES, Double and Single European. These bloom in May and are re-
markably decorative. Plant in September and October. See our Hardy Plant Catalogue.
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PANCRATIUM calathinum. See Hymenocallis, page 41. cach-j. ,t
canariense, flowers white and very fragrant, ht. i§ ft 1 6
illyricum, beautiful white flowers, with long filamentous outer segments. A fine pot-plant,
or for planting under a south wall, ht. 2 ft Large bulbs, per doz. 10/6 1 o
,, ,, ,, Extra large bulbs, ,, 15/- 1 6
maritimum (The Sea Daffodil), flowers white and delightfully flagrant; a handsome
plant for pot-culture, or to plant under a south wall, ht. I J ft per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6 o 4
PARDANTHUS chinensis (The Chinese Leopard-Flower), bearing in Summer hand-
some showy star-shaped flow ers, orange with crimson-black spots, ht. 2 ft. ; hardy in sheltered
sunny situations, such as under a south wall per doz. 8/6 o 9
PH/EDRANASSA (Queen Lily), handsome and showy bulbous plants from the Andes;
they may be grown in pots or out of doors under a south wall, planted at the depth of
5 or 6 inches. Ap>ril to June-flowering.
chloracca, yellow, very fragrant, ht. ij ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
schizantha, vermilion, tipped yellow and green, ht. ij ft ,, 5/6 o 6
ventricosa, scarlet, with protruding anthers, ht. 1 h ft ,, 5/6 o 6
PHILADELPHUS (The Mock Orange or Syringa of Gardens), new dwarf varieties,
valuable for early forcing in greenhouse ; when covered with their beautiful fragrant white
flowers they form a charming picture.
Lemoinei Avalanche, bearing graceful drooping sprays of large handsome snowy
white flowers, ht. 2i ft I 6
,, Boule d’Argervt, flowers very large and free, ht. 2 ft. First-Class Cr rt.
R.M.S i 6
,, erectus, having an erect habit, and bearing large handsome sprays of
bloom. Award of Merit R.H.S.,ht. 2i- ft 1 o
microphyllus, flowers small, of pretty graceful habit, ht. 3 ft 1 o
POLIANTHES tuberosa. See Tuberose, page 71.
POLYANTHUS Narcissus. See Narcissus, page 62.
POLYGONATUM (Solomon's Seal, or David’s Harp), very graceful shade-loving plants,
valuable for naturalising in woodlands, wild gardens, shady flower borders, etc.
macrophyllum, a handsome large-leaved variety, hi. 2 ft per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
multiflorum, the Tall Solomon’s Seal, a fine bold plant of graceful habit, having
arching steins of pendent white flowers, ht. 2 ft per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 —
officinale, the Dwarf Solomon’s Seal; its graceful habit and elegant white flowers
render it a valuable pot-plant for early forcing ; it is equally prized for shady herbaceous
borders and naturalising in woodlands, etc., ht. 1 ft per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 —
stellatum (true), a very elegant plant producing from the axils of the leaves pretty
clusters of white flowers, ht. 1 ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
Thunbergii, bright shining green broad foliage, and clusters of large waxy white pendent
flowers, tipped green, on arching stems, ht. I h ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
verticillatum (true), a very distinct tall-growing species producing numerous whorls
of foliage and cream-coloured flowers, ht. 2j ft per 100, 21/- ; per doz. 3/- o 4
PRIMROSES— JAPANESE Varieties of Primula Cortusoides (Sieboldi).
A charming hardy class of Primulas, bearing large bold heads of graceful flowers, in colour
ranging from pure white, blush-pink, and soft rose to the most intense crimson, delicate mauve,
and lavender-blue. They thrive in any shady sheltered border or shady parts of the rock-garden,
and as pot plants for the cool greenhouse have few rivals in the spring and early summer months.
100 in 10 beautiful named varieties 35/-
12 „ 12 „ „ 5/6 & 7/6
Beautiful named varieties in mixture for massing ...per 100, 32/- ; per doz. 4/6
PUSCHKINIA libanotica compacta (Lebanon Squill), a beautiful little April-flowering
bulb, prized for the permanent flower border and for rockwork ; it is also a lovely indoor pot-plant
(6 bulbs in a pot) ; the flowers are white, shaded and striped soft clear blue, ht. 6 inches
per 1000, 42/- ; per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. Sd.
RANUNCULUS, Turco-Persian, Turban and Persian, ht. | ft.
Nothing produces a brighter or more gorgeous effect in May and June than beds of Ranun-
culus ; the flowers are all good for cutting, and the culture is very simple. They will grow in
any ordinary flower border enriched with manure.
Culture.— Plant from October to February, 3 or 4 inches apart, selecting a dry day; press the
tubers firmly into the soil, claws downwards, and cover them with sand, then with soil, keeping
the crown of the tuber two inches under the surface. After planting cover the ground with long
straw, cut heather, or other light material, which remove in March. In April and May, during dry
weather, water the beds freely, and a plentiful crop of fine flowers will be the result. If grown as
pot-plants put three tubers in a 4-inch pot, and plunge out of doors for a time.
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RANUNCULUS, Double Turban or Turkish for Bedding.
The flowers of the Turban Ranunculus are large, rose-like, and self-coloured. In
beds, ribbons, and masses in the borders, the rich yelk w, bright orange, brilliant sea? let,
beautiful tose-carmiue, and pure white flowers are very effective in spring.
50 each 8 distinct colours ... 15/- 1 20 each 8 distinct colours 6/6
30 „ 8 „ 9/6 I 10 „ 8 „ 3/6
per 100 per doz.
s. d. s. d
Bright Yellow 3 0...0 5
Crimson 3 6...0 6
Crimson-black 3 0...0 5
Rich Golden-yellow 3 6...0 6
Orange, showy 3 6...0 6
Rose-carmine, beautiful ... 4 6...0 S
Scarlet, splendid 3 0...0 5
RANUNCULUS, Barr’s Giant Turco
per 100 per doz.
5. d. s. d
Spotted, mottled red and yellow ... 3 0...0 5
White, beautiful 7 6...1 3
Viridiflora, a remarkably attrac-
tive flower, large brilliant orange-
scarlet, with bright green centre,
much prized for cutting, per 1000, 30/- 3 6...0 6
Extra fine mixed „ 21/- 2 3...0 4
’ersian or French for Bedding.
These Ranunculi are remarkable for their vigorous growth and profuse flowering. The blooms
are large and very handsome, in great diversity of colour, and produce a glorious effect.
Barr’s Large Orange Scarlet, for massing in flower beds and borders ... per too 4
Crimson-Scarlet ,, ,, ,, ,, ,, ... ,, 3
Crimson-Rose ,, „ ,, ,, 5
White „ ,, „ „ „ ... ,, 4
Yellow ,, ., ,, ,, ,, ... ,, 6
Pale Primrose ,, *, ,, ,, , ... ,, 5
Barr’s Rainbow Mixture, for massing in flower beds and borders, specialty made
up from best named varieties with bright showy colours per icoo, 42/- ; per too 4 6
Fine Mixed Varieties, containing a very good assortment of colours „ 21/-; ,, 23
Collection 5 roots each of 21 very beautiful distinct
colours, for select flower borders, etc., 6/6.
Collection 3 roots each of 21 very beautiful distinct
colours, 4/6.
RANUNCULUS, Double Persian, for Beds, Borders, and Masses, very attractive
on account of their finely formed very double flowers, and their rich varied brilliant colours.
Extra fine mixed, a magnificent variety of colours, for beds, borders, and masses per doz — 1. d
per 1000, 21/-; per too, 2/3 o 4
x RANUNCULUS asiaticus superbus, a remarkably prelty and distinct strain of large-
flowered Ranunculi with double, semi-double, and single flowers of the most brilliant and
varied colours ; the petals of many are prettily flanged and cut, growth tall and vigorous,
valuable as cut flowers for vases per icoo, 42/; per 100, 4/6 o 8
RANUNCULUS— Single Scarlet from Palestine. See Novelty List, page 8.
x RICHARDIA (Cal la or Arum Lily), a charming family of greenhouse plants. R.
africana (/Ethiopica) is much prized for its beautiful large white flowers; this and its
varieties should be grown out of doors during Summer and be brought into the greenhouse at
the approach of Winter. The other Richardias such as Elliottiana, Pentlandii, Rossi, etc. ,
should be kept dry, away from frost during Winter, and then be started in a gentle bottom heat
in February or March, and finally planted out in May. The natural soil should be taken out
to a depth of 9 inches, and be replaced by a very rich compost, as these plants are gross
feeders. Abundance of water should be given as growth proceeds. The plants may also be
grown on and flowered in the greenhouse. Albo-niaculata and Hastata may also be planted
out of doors in a dry state in April for Summer-flowering. e&ch-s d
africana. (syn. sethiopica), The Lily of the Nile, large white trumpet-shaped flowers
established plants in pots, per doz. 18/-, 25/-, & 30/- ; 1/9, 2/6, & 3 6
,, Childsiana, a remarkably fine dwarf variety of the Lily of the Nile, making
a very large handsome foliage and bearing a long time in succession large
flowers of the purest white, with broad spathes expanding like an Anthurium,
with a pale primrose-coloured spadix ; a valuable pot-plant for the green-
house, and very soon decorative Established in pots, per doz. 15/- I 6
,, Little Gem, a very beautiful miniature variety in pots ,, 5/6 0 6
,, Pearl of Stuttgart, a valuable new dwarf compact-growing variety
bearing profusely and for a long period, large flowers of the purest white
and of great substance; a charming pot-plant in pots, per doz. 6/6 o 7
albo-maculata, flowers white, dark gieen foliage beautifully spotted white, an extremely
pretty pot-plant, and very effective in beds and borders, per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6 o 2
,, sulphurea, having soft yellow flowers with black centre and white spotted
foliage ; a pretty plant for pots, beds, and borders per doz. 10/6 1 o
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RICHARDIA — continued. each-s. d
aurata, flowers pale yellow, foliage spotted per doz. 5/6 o 6
hastata (Pride of the Congo), fine yellow flowers, with black centre and white-spotted
foliage per doz. 6/6 o 7
leucoxantha, a fine greenhouse variety with white and yellow flowers 5 6
Pentlandii, the Large Golden Arum Lily, a noble plant with handsome deep green
foliage, generally unspotted and large rich golden-yellow flowers with reddish petioles and
black central blotch Strong Tubers 7 6
Elliottiana, the Large Golden Arum Lily, with Spotted Foliage, a noble plant with
handsome golden flowers and prettily spotted foliage Strong Tubers 7 6
Rossi, beautiful canary-yellow flowers, with handsome violet-blotched centre 2 6
Solfatare, a handsome hybrid Arum Lily, a cross between R. Ad/ami and R. Rossi ,
flowers large, primrose with black centre, a vigorous grower 3 6
ROM U LEA, graceful dwarf hardy plants, with grassy foliage and satiny flowers from March to
May. Charming for sunny nooks on rockwork.
Bulbocodium, flowers rose-lilac with yellow throat, very pretty per doz. 4/6 o 5
,, var. nivalis, a charming variety from Asia Minor, flowers pale
lavender-blue shading to white, striped bronze outside and with bronzy
yellow centre per doz. 5/6 o 6
Clusii, a beautiful species, dark lavender, with brilliant orange centre, lit. ft.
per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3 o 2
Columns, flowers whitish, veined purple and with yellow centre ,, 5/6 o 6
speciosa, deep satiny carmine, a little gem, ht. £ ft per 100, 4/6 ; ,, Sd. —
ROSES for Autumn Planting. Seepage 91.
x SALVIA patens, brilliant Gentian-blue, lit. 2 ft. Handsome border plants requir-J doz. 5/6 o 6
x ,, „ alba, pure w hite, ht. 2 ft .../ ing culture similar to Dahlias. I „ 6/6 o 7
x SANDERSONIA aurantiaca, a very beautiful tuberous-rooted stove or greenhouse
climber, with orange-coloured bell-shaped flowers Supply uncertain
SANGUINARIA canadensis (Blood -root or Puccoon), a very charming spring-flowering
hardy plant with a pretty glaucous Colt’s-foot-like foliage and flowers measuring a/i inch
across, pure white with a tassel of yellow stamens, ht. J (t. ; suitable for shady spots, rather
moist peaty soil per doz. 5/6 o 6
SCHIZOSTYLIS cocci nea (Caffre Lily or Crimson Flag), a valuable hardy Cape plant,
producing in Autumn an abundance of spikes, covered jvith showy rich scarlet flowers,
prized for cutting ; it delights in a sheltered situation among trees and shrubs ; ht. 1 ft.
per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6
SCI LLAS Early-flowering. The effect in early Spring can hardly be overestimated of
the intense brilliant blue of Scilla sibirica, and the deep-blue of S. bifolia, contrasting
with the snowy whiteness of the Snowdrop and varied hues of the Crocus. As edgings and
masses in beds and borders they are most valuable. Bifolia is the first in bloom, followed by
Sibirica and Amoena. All suitable for naturalisation and perjnanent flower borders. In
pots or jardinets, alone or with other bulbs, they form a pleasing variety amongst indoor plants.
Sibirica. (The Siberian Squill), producing spikes of bright blue flowers, ht. 3 in.
per 1000, 27/6 ; per 100, 3/-
,, Extra large bulbs, per 1000, 45/- ; per 100, 5/-; per doz. 9 d.
,, A few gigantic bulbs ,, 8/6 ; ,, 1/3
,, alba, flowers pure white, very beautiful, should be associated with the blue
variety, ht. 3 inches per 1000, 50/- ; per 100, 5/6; per doz. 10 d.
,, taurica, a most valuable Scilla, blooming two weeks earlier than Sibirica ,
with flowers of a beautiful rich light hyacinth blue, ht. 3 inches
per 1000, 45/- ; per 100, 5/- ; per doz. 9 d.
Amoena, a very handsome species, resembling Sibirica but flowering later, and bearing spikes
of rich dark blue flowers and broad foliage, ht. 1 ft. ; it likes a sunny position in light soil
per 100. 7/6 ; per doz. 1/3
Bifolia, oj the Taurus Mountains , producing dainty little heads of defcp blue flowers, very
dwarf ; a charming early Spring flower, valuable for masses and edgings in borders
and on rockwork per 1000, 30/- ; per 100, 3/6 ; per doz. -/6
,, Extra strong bulbs ,, 4/6 ; ,, -/8
,, alba, bearing elegant little heads of pure white flowers, beautiful
per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 ; each 3 d.
,, carnea, with heads of pretty pale flesh-rose flowers, scarce
per 100, 12/6 ; per doz., 1/9 ; each, 2 d
SCILLAS, Various Species. Peruviana and Ciliaris are giant Summer-flowering
Scillas, and grand border plants. Autumnalis japonica has beautiful rose-coloured flowers,
and blooms in August and September. Italica and Odorata are beautiful on rockeries and
in flower borders. Verna is a gem for naturalising on rockwork and banks.
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SCILLAS (VARIOUS SPECIES) — continued.
Autumnalis, purple-blue each-r. d
per ioo, 5/6 ; per doz. io d. —
>> japonica, beautiful rose-
coloured flowers ; a little gem for
select borders, rockwork, and pots
per too, 21/-; per doz. 3/- 0 4
Ci Maris, large heads of flowers, dark
and light blue to pearly white, ht. I ft.
per doz. 7/6 o 8
Hyacinthoides (true), large broad
foliage, I ft. to Ij ft. high, large
raceme of deep blue flowers, ht. 2 ft.
per doz. 4/6 o 5
Italica, bearing in late May little
pyramidal heads of lavender-coloured
flowers per 100, 8/6; per doz. 1/3 o 2
Italica, collected in Asia Minor, flowers each
varying from lavender and purple Sm d
to white, all very pretty.
per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 —
Natalensis, fine pyramidal heads of
cream-coloured flowers with yellow
anthers in May, ht. 2 ft., very rare ... 3 6
Odorata, pretty spikes of sweet-scented
blue flowers 1 6
Peruviana, large handsome heads of
dark blue flowers, ht. 1 ft., per doz. 4/6 o 5
„ alba, flowers white, very fine,
ht. 1 ft per doz. 6/6 o 7
Pratensis, producing in May pretty little
heads of purplish blue flowers, ht. 8 in.
per doz. 5/6 o 6
Verna, lovely little heads of lilac-blue
flowers ; charming for naturalising on
rockwork, etc., p. ioo, 15/-; p. doz. 2/3 o 3
SCILLAS (Wood Hyacinths) — May-flowering, Our native species (Scilla nutans).
with its long pendent bells, abounds in most parts of the country, and many suppose it to be the
“ Culver keys ” referred to by Izaak Walton. The fine Spanish varieties (.V. hispanica) have
erect flower-spikes and open campanulate flowers. Scilla f alula and its varieties have a robust
tall habit with large campanulate open flowers. All are very effective in flower and shrubbery
borders, and most valuable for wild gardens and woodlands, where they should be largely
naturalised ; they seed freely and quickly establish themselves. They also make charming pot-
plants, and may be forced into bloom by March. The white varieties are greatly in demand to
cut for tabic bouquets and vases. Wood Hyacinths succeed in shady flower borders and bare
shady places, and odd corners which often have a desert-like appearance in the flower garden can
by their use be rendered bright and cheerful. They will also thrive under fir and pine trees
where few other plants will grow. Plant 6 inches deep to obtain fine flower-spikes.
p. 100 doz.
s. d. s. d
Hispanica (syn. Campanu-
lata), bright open
campanulate flowers,
blue ...per 1000, 30/- 3 6...0 6
,, aperta, blue, striped
white, very pretty
and distinct
per 1000, 50/- 5 6...0 10
, , a I ba, bells pure white,
beautiful, p. 1000, 40/- 4 6...0 8
„ alba compacta,
pure w hite bells, com-
pact truss, very fine... 10 6...1 6
„ Emperor, very large
bells of a beautiful
porcelain, striped blue,
tall handsome grower 7 6. ..I 3
„ Empress, very large
bells resembling Em-
peror , but colour
paler, beautiful 6 6...1 o
„ rosea gran di-
flora, large bells of
a pretty lilamrose 8 6...1 3
Cernua, pink, pretty 10 6... 1 6
Nutans. See English Blue Bells.
,, carnea, delicate
pale blush-pink 7 6. ..1 3
,, rosea, fine rose ... 6 6...1 o
p. 100 doz.
s. d. s. d
Nutans rosea grandiflora,
fine large rose-
coloured flowers 8 6... 1 3
„ „ marmorata,
pretty soft rose-
pink, with deeper
rose markings,
large flower-
spikes 12 6...I g
Patula Excelsior, very large
bells, delicate lavender-
striped blue, strong
sturdy habit, handsome,
ht. 16 in. ...per 1000, 60/- 66...1 o
,, lilacina, pale lilac — ...2 6
,, major, one of the largest
and most handsome of
Wood Hyacinths , pro-
ducing bold erect spikes
of large broad bells, soft
hlac striped deep azure,
a grand border plants
ht. 17 in.. ..per 1000,60/- 6 6. ..I o
„ rosea, pretty rose 76...1 3
,, rubra, rosy coloured bells — ...2 3
Pyramidalis, bearing large hand-
some heads of pendent
flowers.
alba, beautiful pure white 10 6...1 6
carnea, pale blush-pink 25 o. ..3 6
English Blue Bells (Scilla nutans), gracefully arching stems with dark violet-
blue bells Strong bulbs, per 1000, 25/- 2 9...0
„ Red Bells, bells rosy coloured on arching stem 45/- 5 0...0
>> White Belts, bells pure white on a gracefully arching stem ,, 35/- 4 0...0
Choice Mixed Wood Hyacinths, for naturalising in shrubberies, etc.
per iqoo, 30/- 3 6,.,o
5
9
7
6
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SNOWDROP. See Galanthus, page 29. SNOWFLAKE. See Leucojum, page 49.
SOLOMON’S SEAL. See Polygonatum, page 65.
SPARAXIS (African Harlequin Flower). It would be difficult to conceive colours more
gorgeous and striking than are represented in this flower. It has a compact growth, \ ft.
high, and is a gem in every way, for pots, rockwork, etc. Culture same as for Jxias.
12 very beautiful varieties, 5 bulbs of each, 3/6 ; 3 bulbs of each, 2/6 s . d
tricolor, scarlet, marbled crimson with yellow centre, very showy ...per 100, 7/6 ; per doz. I 3
Barr’s Beautiful Mixture, of varied colours per 1000, 15/6; per too 1 8
SPARAXIS pulcherrima, having an elegant grassy foliage and graceful arching flower
stems, 3 to 5 feet high, bearing beautiful purplish-rose bell-shaped flowers ;
hardy in dry sunny sheltered positions ; when once established it blooms freely
per doz. 21/-; each 2 o
,, ,, alba, a very rare variety of the above with white flowers ,, 36
SPIRAEA (The Meadow Sweet), for Forcing or Planting Out.
The large graceful feathery pure white fragrant flowers of Spiraea japonica, compacta
multiflora, and Astilboides are most valuable for furnishing vases, while the plants arc amongst
the most decorative for the greenhouse and sitting-room. In forcing, a moist atmosphere and
abundance of water at the roots are necessary. The pots therefore should be stood in saucers of
water. Spiraea palmata and its varieties are very beautiful. In shady or moist borders out oj
doors , and at the margin of streams and ponds , Ihe Spiraeas are all very decorative plants.
42T The SpirsBas we offer are all good clumps.
each — s. d
Palmata alba, large spreading plumes
of snow-white flowers, beau
o 8
5
tiful, ht. 1 J ft. ...per doz. 5/6
,, elegans, beautiful pale pink,
ht. 2J ft per doz. 3/6
Astilboides, a lovely species, bearing
dense drooping plumes of
graceful snowy white flowers,
ht. 2 ft per doz. 5/6
„ floribunda, lovely panicles
of feathery white flowers in
great profusion, ht. 21 in.
per doz. 4/6
As highly decorative plants for the green-
Japonica, white, ht. 2 ft., p. doz. 5/-
„ fol. aureo-reticulatis,
very ornamental golden-
blotched foliage, compact
plumes of creamy white
flowers, a remarkably pretty
pot-plant, ht. ljft.,p.doz. 7/6
,, compacta multiflora,
dwarf andcompact, with large
dense white flower-spikes,
ht. Ij ft per doz. 4/6
Palmata, large clusters of rose-crim-
son flowers, ht. 2 ft per doz. 4/6
SPIR/EAS, Beautiful New Hybrids.
house and sitting-room, these can be strongly recommended.
3 each of 4 distinct varieties, 7 / 6 ; 1 each of 4 sorts, 3 /-
longifolia, a remarkably elegant plant for decoration, bearing on long graceful stems
elegant arching plumes of white flowers, one of the best, ht. 2s ft per doz. 7/6
SPIR/EA, Aruncus Kneiffli, a graceful new variety of the Goat’s Beard, with elegant
finely divided foliage and plumes of dainty white flowers ; it should only be planted in the
choicer parts of the garden, ht. 2 ft per doz. 15/-
lgS“ For other Herbaceous and Shrubby Spirteas, see our Hardy Plant Catalogue.
STARCH HYACINTH. See Muscari, page 61.
STERNBERGIA (The Lily of the Field). These charming bulbous plants require
a sunny aspect and a good deep light soil, and should be left to establish themselves ; plant
Sedums over them, or cover in winter with dry litter. On limestone soils they are most at home.
Fischeriana, a handsome new form from Asia Minor, producing its clear yellow flowers
in early Spring ; suitable for sunny spots in the rock garden or for pot cidture
per too, 21/- ; per doz. 3/-
lutea major, one of the most effective and showy of Autumn-flowering bulbous plants.
Bulbs planted in August produce within a few weeks very large handsome crocus-like flowers
of a rich golden -yellow. It succeeds in a deep soil and sheltered situation planted 6 inches
deep. Planted in bowls of cocoanut fibre and charcoal or in pebbles and water it makes a
charming room decoration. Award ok Merit R.II.S., Sept. 18th, 11)04.
per 1000, 45/- ; per 100, 5/- ; per doz. 9 d.
lutea minor, a dainty small-flowered variety producing freely golden-yellow flowers,
dwarf per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8 d.
macrantha, having very large canary-yellow flowers in Autumn, blooming a little later
than S. lutea major, shorter-stemmed and with greyish green foliage
per 100, 12/6 ; per doz. 1/9
TECOPHIL/EA cyanocrocus (Chilian Crocus), a most beautiful Chilian Spring-flowering
bulb, bearing large Crocus-like flowers ranging from dark to light blue with white throat,
delicately scented. It is a gem for warm dry sunny situations on rockwork, or under a south
wall, ht. £ ft per doz. 36/-
o 6
o 9
o 4
3 6
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THALICTRUM Delavayi. See Novelty List, page 8 . S li
x THLADIANTHA dubia, a rapid-growing climber for covering trellises, arbours, etc., with
heart-shaped bright green leaves and bright yellow flowers during Summer. ..per do/.. 3/- ; each o 4
xTIGRIDIA Pavonia (The Tiger Flower of Mexico.)
Few flowers are more gorgeously coloured or so beautiful. The bulbs are supplied from
December to May ; for indoor decoration, pot up as soon as received and plunge in a cold frame,
withholding water till the foliage appears, then giving sparingly at first. Those bulbs intended for
outdoors should be stored in dry soil or peat, away from frost, till March, and then be planted in
sunny positions in the flower border in well-drained soil, the bulbs being surrounded with sand.
Beds of Tigridias make a gorgeous picture during July, August, and September, and should be
made a special feature of in all gardens.
12 bulbs each of 6 varieties of Tigridia, 10/6 ; 6 bulbs each, 5/6
aurea, flowers rich deep golden-yellow, sometimes flushed red, centre heavily spotted
crimson. Award ok Merit R.H.S iS 6 . 2
conchifiora, petals yellow, cup yellow spotted scarlet, large flower, lit. 1 ft to 6...1
grandiflora rubra, petals rich scarlet, cup spotted crimson on a yellow ground,
flowers very la'ge, lit. 1 ft J0 0...1
,, alba, petals white, cup spotted ruby, large, very chaste, and beautiful, lit. [ It. 10 6...1
,, immaculata, flowers pure white throughout, beautiful, lit. 1 fi.... 10 6...t
„ Ruby Queen (syn. lilacea), beautiful soft ruby-rose, large handsome
flower, lit. 1 ft. First-Class Certificate R.Il.S 17 6. ..2
Mixed Hybrids, containing many pretty shades S 6...1
TRILLIUM (Wood Lily, or Trinity Flower), beautiful wood-plants from North America,
thriving in moist shady situations, where they make luxuriant foliage, and in Spring give
beautiful large flowers ; charming in shady rock-gardens and borders, lit. I ft. C ach-
cernuum, bearing drooping white flowers, ht. 1 ft per doz. 10/6 i
erectum, bearing handsome deep red-purple flow'ers ,, 7/6 o
erythrocarpum (The Painted Wood Lily), a charming species, flowers of medium
size, pure white, with crimson blotch at base of petals per doz. 10/6 1
grandiflorum (Wake-Robin), beautiful large snowy white flowers
per IOO, 32/- ; per doz. 5/6 o
,, roseu m, beautiful laige flowers opening blush and dying off rose... ,, 12/6 1
recurvatum, flowers purple, foliage handsomely marbled ,, 10/6 I
sessile, flowers fine dark purple, handsome u 10/6 1
„ californicum, large creamy white flowers and handsome spotted foliage,
ht. 2 ft. Awarded First-Class Certificate R.H.S per doz. 8/6 o
>> Snow Queen, the finest white Worn! Lily , habit of plant like that of Trillium
sessile ealifomienm, but flowers very large, white tinged cream and with cream-coloured
centre, beautiful, ht. 2 ft per doz. 10/6 1
stylosum, large white flowers flushed rose ) 7/6 o
1 each of 6 Beautiful Distinct Wood Lilies, 4/6.
TRITELEIA. See Milla.
TRITONIA. In habit and growth these resemble the Sparaxis, but the prevailing colours differ,
and flowering later they form a most important succession. The colours range from huff to
rose and the richest glowing orange , the flowers always having a beautiful transparency. For
pot-culture they are most valuable. Culture same as for Ixias.
doz.
. 1/
5
6
6
6
6
5 each of 10 splendid varieties, 6/6; 3 each, 4/- ; 1 each, 1/6
crocata, large bright orange flowers, remarkably showy, ht. 7} ft., per 100, 15/- ; per doz. 2/3 —
Barr’s Beautiful Mixture of Colours ,, 66; ., if- —
TROP/EOLUM, all beautiful climbers. Azureum and Jarrattii are recommended for the
greenhouse to trail over trellises, round pillars, etc. Polyphyllum and its variety Leichtlini
revel on dry sunny slopes and sunny spots on rockwork and border. Tuberosum requires an
open sunny situation and poor soil, and should have branches to scramble over. Speciosum
may he successfully grown anywhere if planted in a cool, moist situation, where the sun
does not strike at the roots. In hot dry districts it has also been grown successfully,
planted close against the north side of evergreen hedges.
azureum, a rare bulb, flowers rich violet-blue, with white centre, very lovely 2 6
Jarrattii, flowers scarlet, orange, and black, an exceedingly showy species per doz. 7/6 o 8
polyphyllum, golden-yellow flowers in long trusses, quite hardy „ 6/6 o 7
>> Leichtlini, flowers of a rich brilliant orange-gold, very showy and
beautiful. Award of Merit, 1901 per doz. 10/6 1 o
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TROP^EOLUM— continued. each— s. it
x speciosum, bright vermilion-scarlet flowers
in clusters, quite hardy ; grow in northern
aspect or shady portion, and in a moist soil.
Orders booked for delivery in Spring, when
the plants are starting into growth ...Established
pots, full of roots, per doz. 7/6 & 10/6 ; gd., is. & 1 6
* tuberosum, flowers yellow and red, very
showy ; plant in Spring and lift in Autumn ;
the roots are eaten by the natives of Peru, and
have been found, in this country, to form an
agreeable dish when boiled per doz. 3/6 o 4
x TUBEROSE. This valuable sweet-scented flower
is too well known to need description. For
early flowering pot the bulbs as soon as re-
ceived, and plunge the pots in a temperature
of about 60 degrees. The bulbs for succession
keep dry, or pot at once to make root growth ;
in either case the temperature should not be
below 50 degrees, or the bulbs will suffer.
Double American Dwarf, “Ex-
celsior Pearl,” the finest strain, having
large pure while double flowers of delicious
fragrance . . . Orders booked for supply from
January to May ...per iod, 12/6; per doz. 1/9 o 2
BARR’S FAMOUS TULIPS.
Awarded Five Geld Medals by the Royal National Tulip Society, and
many Silver Medals and Prizes at the London Spring Flower Shows.
Tulips are extremely hardy, and of easy culture, flowering freely in either sunny or shady situations,
and developing their handsome showy flowers even in a confined town garden. By a judicious selection of
Single, Double, and May-flowering Tulips, a most brilliant display of colours may be maintained in the
garden from early April to end of May. In gardens where the flower beds must be kept gay from tile
earliest dawn of Spring, plant between the Tulips, Scilla sibirica, Chionodoxas, Snowdrops, and
Crocuses ; these flower first, and when out of bloom the leaves form a charming green groundwork for
the blossoms of the Tulip. Our large breadths of Tulips at the Surbiton Nurseries in Spring
create much comment, and elicit the greatest admiration from all who see them.
BARR’S EARLY SINGLE TULIPS.
Plant from October to November.
Those alone who have massed the different varieties of Single Tulips (planting the built 4 inches
apart) can form an idea of their great beauty and rich diversity in shade and colour, and the grand eflect
they produce grouped in flower beds or borders. The Single Tulip is extensively grown for indoor
decoration (three or five bulbs in a pot) and cultivated in the same way as the Hyacinth for early
flowering and succession.
The varieties of the little early Due Van Thol Tulips (with exception of the scarlet , edged yellow
variety , which flowers first) bloom together, and are of the same height, which renders them valuable for
beds and borders, where a very early Spring display is required, also for early forcing with the Roman
Hyacinth, etc.
Hints as to the arrangement of Early Tulips in beds, etc.— A difficulty is often experienced by
Amateurs in knowing what kind of Tulips to select to bed together, seeing that they are not all the same
height, and that some are earlier in flower than others. For the assistance, therefore, of purchasers we
have taken special observations at our Nurseries as to Ibe heights and the order in which the Early Single
and Double Tulips flower.
The Heights we give in inches, and the order of flowering is indicated by (1), (2), (3), (4), or (5)
after the name. It will be noticed that the Double Tulips generally are a little later- flowering than the
Singles. The difference in time of flowering between each number is not great, so that (1) and (2) may be
bedded together, also (2) and (3), and so on. The varieties of Due Van Thol are not numbered, as they
flower before any of the others.
Arrangement of Colours in Bedding.— The following varieties if bedded together produce charming
effects : Princess Marianne, Ophir d'Or and Wouvermah ; Pottebakker Whitt and Chrysotora ; Prince 0)
EXCELSIOR PEARL ” TUBEROSE.
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BARR’8 GENERAL BULB OATALOQUE, Autumn, 1906.
BARR'S EARLY SINGLE TULIPS — continued.
Austria, President Lincoln and Chrysolora ; Pose Grisdelin and Princess Marianne ; Pottebakkcr Yellow
and Thomas Moore ; Chrysolora and Dusart ; Princess Ida and Posamutidi ; Duchesse de Parma and
Fahiola ; Posamutidi and Pose Superbe ; Cou/eur Cardinal makes a grand show bedded by itself, but
Snowdrift goes well with it ; Keizerskroon makes a fine bed with Queen Victoria as an outside border.
Single Tulips suitable for Forcing.
The following varieties may be forced for decoration at Christmas and early January: Due Van
7 hoi varieties, Mon Trisor, Pottebakker White, Proserpine, and Vermilion Brilliant.
For decoration from the end of January to early March the following kinds should be used :
Duchesse de Parma, Joost Van Vondel, La Belle Alliance, Pottebakker White, Primrose Queen, Prince of
Austria, Queen Victoria {La Peine), Pose Grisdelin, 7 homas Moore, Vermilion Brilliant, and Yellow Prince .
For later forcing, to come in the latter part of March and early April, the following sorts are
best : Coulcur Cardinal, Duchesse de Patma, Joost Van Vondel, Keizerskroon, La Belle Alliance,
I’ottebakker White, Pottebakker Yellow, L'rince of Austria, Prince de Ligne, Posamutidi, Pose Grisdelin,
Pose Luisante, Pose Superbe, Vermilion Brilliant, White Swan, and White Hawk.
tj[v3" For general directions for treatment of bulbs in pots, see page i.
Soil and Time of Planting. — Any ordinary garden soil enriched with old stable manure, with a
sprinkling of quicklime dug in while fresh, suits the Tulip. Planting out of doors should lake place from
October to November, not earlier.
Barr's Selected Single Tulips for Bedding.— Suitable to plant separately or to bed together.
Barr’s Rich Scarlet
„ Crimson-Scarlet ...
,, Brilliant Deep Rose
„ Dark Yiolet
per iooo per ioo
s. <{. s. d
... 95 0...I0 6
... 55 o... 6 6
... 75 o... 8 6
... 85 o... 9 6
per 1000 per ioo
s. d. s. d
Barr’s Scarlet Flushed and Mar-
gined Golden ... . . 40
,, Rose-pink and White ... 40
,, Pure Yellow ... 40
,, Pure White 75
0...4
o . 4
0...4
0...8
Barr’s Beautiful “Rainbow” Mixture of Single Tulips. A Special Mixture of
bright colours in great variety of shades, made up by ourselves from fine named varieties, for
those who wish for a brilliant effect in their flower beds and borders ; it is a far superior mixture to
what is usually sold per 1000, 60/-; per 100, 6/6; per doz. 1/-
Splendid Mixed Single Tulips, for massing in shrubbery borders, wild gardens, etc.
per 1000, 42/- ; per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8d
Barr’s Selections of Early Single Tulips for Outdoor or Pot Culture.
S. d
S each 30 splendid named vars 16 o
3 each 30 „ ,, ,, ... ... 10 o
3 each 20 „ „ „ 90
3 each 10 „ „ „ ... 3/6 & 4 6
per ico per doz.
Alba. Regalis (3), globular flower s. d. s. d
a pretty creamy white, ht. 9 in 4 6...0 8
Albert Cuyp (3), brilliant cherry-
rose, with silvery white flush out-
side, very handsome, ht. 12 in 35 0...5 o
Artus (2), bright deep scarlet,
showy, ht. 9 in 5 6...0 10
Bacchus ( I ), rich dark crimson,
ht. 10 in 6 6... 1 o
Belle Lizette (5), a pretty little
Tulip with creamy white globular
flowers conspicuously flaked crim-
son-carmine, ht. loin 8 6...t 3
Boule d’Or (1), handsome large
soft yellow flower, ht. 10 in 18 6. ..2 8
Bride Of Haarlem (3), crimson-
scarlet, feathered white, handsome,
ht. 8 in.... 17 6. ..2 6
Bride of Haarlem Golden
(3), rich scarlet, shot with gold,
handsome, ht. 8 in 25 0...3 6
s. d
10 each 20 beautiful named vars. ... 20 o
5 each 20 ,, „ „ ... 12 o
3 each 20 „ „ „ ... 7 6
1 each 20 „ ,, ,, ... 2 6
per 100 per doz.
Brilliant Star. See Novelty •• d. s. ,t
List, page 8.
Brunehilde (syn. L’Unique)
( 1 ), a lovely variety, very large bold
flower with broad petals, white,
flushed soft yellow, ht. 1 1 in. Award
of Merit R.H.S 35 0...5 o
Brutus Red (3), orange-scai let,
edgedyellow, dwarf, forces well, 8 in. 5 6...0 10
Buttercup (1) the earliest yellow
Tulip next to Due Van Thol, flowers
soft pure yellow, ht. 12 in 35 0...5 o
Camilla (3), flower long, finely
feathered salmon-red on a while
ground, and streaked here and
there lemon, beautiful, ht. 12 in. ... 8 6... I 3
Canary Bird (1), fine pure yel-
low, ht. II in 5 6...0 10
Carlisle (2), rich dark vermilion-
scarlet flower of fine substance, ht.
12 in., handsome 40 0...5 6
View of a Tulip Farm where our Early Single Tulips are specially grown.
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Reproduced from a Photograph. (Copyright.)
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ioo per doz.
d. s. d
6...1 6
6.. . 1 3
0...O 8
6.. . 1 9
6. . .2 4
TULIPS. EARLY SINGLE — continued.
per
Cerise Grisdelin (3), purple-
cerise, edged white, very beautiful,
lit. 10 in lo
Chanticleer, a tine showy tulip
coming in with the Due Van 7 'hok,
rich deep vermilion, with golden
edge, lit. 6 in 7
Chrysolora (2', pure yellow,
handsome, ht. 12 in 4
Claremont, golden-striped
(1), large handsome flower, scarlet
and gold, ht. 13 in., very earlv 12
Claremont White <i), a good
showy while Tulip, bold flower,
hi. 13 in lb
Cochineal, a most brilliant rich
vermilion, twice the size of and
flowering before Due Van Thol
scarlet, ht. 10 in 15 0...2 3
Cottage Boy. •bee Village Boy.
Cottage Maid (2), beautiful
rose, with white flush, ht. 9 in 4 6...0 8
Couleur Cardinal (4). crimson-
scarlet, a most valuable “decider,’’
ht. 1 1 in. Award of Merit
R.H.S 14 6. ..2 o
Couleur des Roses (4), flower
long, delicate rose, shaded white
ami cream outside, centre soft
yellow, ht. 13 in 8 6...1 3
Couleur Ponceau (2), pretty
glowing cherry-rose, with white
flush outside, ht. 10 in 4 6...0 8
Cramoise Brilliant. See
Sparkler.
Cramoise Pourpre. See
Rose Superbe.
Crimson King (2), glowing
crimson-scarlet, a fine bedder, 1 1 in 6 6...1 o
De Keyser (1), brilliant deep
scarlet with clear bright yellow base,
long well-formed flower, handsome,
hi. 10 in S 6... 1 3
De La Martin (1), flower of
medium size, dark purple-cerise,
very broadly margined snowy white,
striking, ht. 14 in 18 6. ..2 8
Distinction (2), apricot-orange
flushed gold at margin, a very dis-
tinct and beautiful shade, ht. 11 in. 15 0...2 3
Dorothe Blanche (2), heavily
flaked cherry- crimson on a clear
white ground, very showy, ht. 9 in. 17 6. ..2 6
Drapeau de Frances), long
flower, brilliant cherry-rose, fine
glowing colour, sweetly scented,
ht. 12 in 12 6... 1 9
Due de Malakoff (3), rich
scarlet, flushed gold at margin,
large handsome flower with broad
petals, ht. 9 in 21 0...3 o
Due Van Thol, scarlet,
edged yellow (syn.
Suaveolens), ht. 6 in. ... 4 6...0 8
„ brilliant scarlet,
lit. 9 in 6 6... 1 o
„ bright yellow, ht.
& in 10 6. ..I 6
Due Van Thol, blush-rose,
beautiful, ht. 8 in 8
,, maxim us, scarlet and
orange-yellow, large and
handsome, ht. 9 in 12
,, orange, yellow flushed
and striped scarlet, 9 in. 6
,, pure white, ht. 8 in 7
,, purple-cerise,
edged white, distinct and
beautiful, ht. 8 in 5
Duchesse de Parma (3),
bright scarlet, margined anil flushed
gold. ht. 11 in 4
Dusart (2), large brilliant deep
vermilion, a magnificent variety, lit.
I 3 in .' 10
Fabiola (3), rose- violet, striped
and fealhercdwhite.fine large flower,
ht. 10 in s
Flamingo (2), a beautiful sport
from Rose I lawk, flowers very
showy, flaked brilliant rosy red on
a white ground, forces well, ht. 1 2 in.
each 8 d. —
Frans Hals (3), pure white
flower of good substance and fine
form, a splendid bedder, ht. 14 in. 8
Golden Lion (4), large flower,
golden, flushing to fiery orange-
scarlet, remarkably showy, hi. lo in. 48
Golden Queen, clear bright
yellow, large handsome globular
flowers, ht. 15 in. Award of
Merit R.Il.S
Goldfinch (3), the pure coloured
Yellow Prince, never showing an
orange flush ; a fine bedder, 10J in. 7
Grace Darling (1), very large
globular flower with broad petals,
fiery scarlet, ht. 12 in 30
Hector (3), soft orange-red. bor-
dered yellow, large handsome flower
ht. 12 in
Jacoba Van Beieren (4),
large bold pure white erect flower,
ht. 15 in 4
Jaune Aplatie (4), pretty
globular flowers, soft chrome-
yellow very slightly flushed red,
lit. 10 in
John Bright. See Van
Berchem.
Joost Van Vondel (2), crimson-
scarlet flushed white,
handsome large flower,
ht. 12 in
,, ,, wh ite (2), the finest and
handsomest pure white
Tulip
Keizerskroon (1), rich scarlet,
deeply edged bright yellow, a tall
handsome Tulip, hi. 14 in 7
King of the Yellows (2),
yellow flowers of fine globular form,
a fine pot-Tulip, ht. 12 in 6
Koh-i-Noor (3), a grand variety,
large handsome flowers, very dark
rich maroon-scarlet, ht. 11 in.
100 perdoz.
d. s. d
6... 1 3
30
6. ..1 9
6... 1 o
6... 1 3
6...0 10
6.. .0 8
6.. . 1 6
6... 1 3
- ...7 6
6... 1 3
0...6 6
0...4 o
6.. . 1 3
0...4 o
0...6 6
6.. .0 8
30 0...4 o
6 6... 1 o
14 6. ..2 o
6- 1 3
6.. . 1 o
6. . .2 o
48
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TULIPS, EARLY S INGLE — continued.
per ioo per doz.
La Belle Alliance (2), brilliant s. d. s. d
crimson-scarlet flowers, ht. 9J- in.... 10 6... 1 6
La Belle Alliance, striped
(2), globular flower, conspicuously
striped and shaded gold on a brilliant
scarlet ground, ht. 9§ in 6 6... I o
La Remarq uabie (3), (lower
rich plum colour with silvery mar-
gin, very pretty, lit. 9 in 10 6.1 6
La Laitiere (2), pure while,
flushed azure blue, distinct and
beautiful, lit. it in 8 6...1 3
La Riante (1), large flowers of a
very beautiful bright rose, ht. 10 in. 12 6...I 9
Lac D’Asturie (4), dark purple-
cerise broadly margined snowy
white, ht. 9 in 30 0...4 o
Lac Doree (true), the flower
opens a rich dark cerise, with broad
snow-white margin ; front this it
changes to beautiful gold and scarlet 12 6. ..I 9
Lac Van Rhyn (3), cherry-
crimson, with broad snowy white
margin, beautiful, ht. 12 in. ( a little
irregular in blooming) 5 6...0 10
La Reine. See Queen Victoria.
Le Matelas (1), deep rose, edged
white, very beautiful and early,
ht. 10 in 16 6.. .2 4
Le R&ve (syn. Hobbema) (5). a
most lovely Tulip with large globular
flower of an exquisite art shade, soft
rose with orange and chamois glow,
hi. 12 in. AwardofMeritR.H.S. 18 6. ..2 8
Lord Derby (syn. Lilian) (1),
large handsome pure white globular
flowers, very early 21 0...3 o
Maas (1), dazzling scarlet, flower
of large size and fine form, ht. 14 in. 16 6. ..2 4
Miranda (3), large handsome
flower of a brilliant deep carmine-
rose, very beautiful, ht. 15 in 10 6... I 6
Mon Tresor (1), large bold yel-
low flower, a grand variety, ht. 12 in. 6 6... 1 o
Mr. Cleveland (4), delicate rose
flushed white with soft yellow centre,
delightfully fragrant, ht. 9 in 15 0...2 3
Ophir d’Or (2), rich golden-yel-
low, largest and handsomest yellow
single Tulip, ht. 12. in 5 6...0 10
Paragon (3), flower a lovely soft
art pink shade, centre soft yellow,
very beautiful, lit. 8 in 8 6... I 3
Pink Beauty (5), a lovely Tulip,
deep glowing rose with bold snowy
white flush on outer petals, centre
white and yellow. Award of
Merit R.R.S., May 11th, 1904 ... 40 0...5 6
Pottebakker Yellow ( 1 ),
ht. 14 in 7
„ Scarlet (2), ht. 12^ in. 8
,, Pure White (1), large
and handsome, ht. 12J in. 6
Potter (3), very distinct, long
flower of a pretty claret-rose, loin. 8
President Lincoln (rjw.Yiolet
Queen) (2), large flower, glowing
purplish carmine, very effective
bedded with yellow, ht. 10 in 8
6... 1 3
6... 1 3
6.. . 1 o
6. . .1 3
6.. .1 3
per 100 per doz.
Primrose Queen (2), a re- s. «’• *
markably distinct and beautiful
variety, flowers of fine form and of
a delicate primrose-yellow shade ;
very lovely when forced, ht. 9 in.... 28 0...4 o
Prince de Ligne (2), rich
yellow, very showy, ht. 13 in 7 6...1 3
Prince of Austria (3), very
showy flowers, brick-red shading to
buff-orange, sweet-scented and of
beautiful form ; should have a place
in every garden, ht. 13 in 10 6...r 6
Princess Ida (2), white, shaded
delicate creamy yellow, very beau-
tiful, ht. 11 in 8 6... 1 3
Princess Marianne (2), very
large broad pure white flower, dying
off rose, very beautiful, ht. 10 in 4 6...0 8
Princess Wilhelmina (syn.
Queen of Pinks) (1), a very
striking Tulip, large long pointed
flower, brilliant deep rose, with
striking white flush on outer petals,
ht. 13 in 12 6... I 9
Proserpine (1), large carmine-
rose flowers, magnificent, ht. 13 in. 14 6. ..2 o
Queen of the Netherlands
(2), one of the most lovely of all
Tulips; flowers of great size and
beautiful globular form, colour pale
soft rose, flushed white. Award of
Merit R.H.S. 1900 40 0...5 6
Queen of Pinks. See Princess
Wilhelmina.
Queen Victoria (syn. La Reine)
(2), white, tinged rose, ht. 12 in. ... 4
Rembrandt (l), bright fiery
scarlet with large yellow centre,
very beautiful and showy, ht. 15 in. 7
Roi Pepin (3), large bold flower,
heavily striped and flaked rich
cherry-red on a clear white, ht. 9 in. 17
Rose Aplati (3), blush-white
shaded soft rose, globular flower,
beautiful, 9 in 10
Rose a Merveille (3), fine large
globular flower, white heavily flaked
pale rose, ht. 12 in 14
Rose Grisdelin (3), delicate
rose, flushed white, very lovely,
ht. 9 in 6
Rose Hawk (2), large square
flowers with crinkled petals, bril-
liant carmine-rose shading to blush,
outside silvery white, very pretty,
ht. 13 in 10
Rose Luisante (3), brilliant
rose, large flowers, very beautiful,
ht. 9 in 12
Rose Queen (1), brilliant crim-
son-rose, flushed outside silvery
white, petals pointed, ht. 12 in. ... 7
Rose Superbe (syn. Stanley
and Cramoise Pourpre) (3), a very
brilliantly coloured flower, colour
beautiful rich bright rose, a good
forcer and splendid bedder, ht. 9i in. 12
6.. .0 8
6.. . 1 3
6.. .2 6
6 .. . 1 6
6.. .2 o
6.. . 1 o
6 ... 1 6
6... 1 9
6... 1 3
6. ..1 9
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
TULIPS, EARLY SINGLE— continued.
Rosamundi (3), delicate rose- s. d. d
pink, flushed white, beautiful, ht.
10 in 4 6...0 8
Sarah Bernhardt (4), im-
mense flowers, deep carmine-rose,
flaked white, ht. 10 in 8 6...I 3
Scarlet Beauty (2), large bold
flower of good substance, fiery
scarlet, ht. 9 in. ; a fine dwarf
bedder 35 0...5 o
Silver Standard (2), rich
crimson, striped and feathered pure
white, ht. 10 in 8 6...1 3
Sir Thomas Lipton (syn.
Carlisle) large bold flower with
broad petals, colour dark vermilion,
ht. 15 in. Award op Merit
R.H.S. 1904 ,4 6. ..2 o
Snowdrift (3), long pure white
flowers of handsome elegant form,
ht. 10 in 8 6... 1 3
Snowflake (3), pure while, ele-
gant egg-shaped flower of medium
size ; a valuable Tulip for bedding
and cutting, ht. 12 in 6 6...1 o
Sparkler (syn. Cramoise Brilli-
ant; (3), very showy, rich orange-
scarlet, ht. 13 in 9 6... 1 4
Stanley. See Rose Superbe.
Thomas Moore (3), terra-cotta
with golden flush, beautiful, 16 in. 6 6...1 o
Van Berchem (syn. John
Bright) (2), large handsome flower,
brilliant deep glowing rose, ht. 13 in. 8 6...1 3
per 100 per <loz.
Van der Neer (2), rich violet, j. d. .,. ,1
very handsome, large flower, ht.
loin 9 6... 1 4
Van Gooyen (4), rose, flushed
white, very pretty, ht. 10 in 5 6...0 10
Van Vondel and Van Vondcl
White. See Joost Van Vondel,
page 74.
Vermilion Brilliant (1), rich
dazzling scarlet, splendid, ht. 10 in. 14 6. ..2 o
Vesuvius (1), dark rich vermilion-
scarlet, very handsome, early, ht.
14 ht 12 6. ..I 9
Village Boy (syn. Cottage Boy)
(2), long globular flower, fiery orange
shaded carmine-red, outside flushed
primrose and cream, showy, ht. 9 in. 12 6...1 9
Vuurvlam (5), a beautiful Tulip,
flower large and of a brilliant deep
rose, ht. 12 in 6 6...1 o
White Falcon (syn. White
Hawk) (2), large bold pure white
flowers of globular form, petals
rather crinkled, ht. 12 in 7 6...1 3
White Swan (3), snowy white
large globular flowers, ht. 15 in.
valuable for forcing and cutting ... 6 6. ..I o
Wouverman (2), brilliant rich
claret-purple, fine handsome flowers,
lit. ioj in 9 6... 1 4
Yellow Prince (2), Hie Manchal
Niel Rose-scented Yellow Redding
Tulip; should be used largely in
beds and borders, ht. login 4 C...O 8
BARR’S DOUBLE TULIPS.
Plant from October to November.
Double Tulips have massive flowers of brilliant and beautifully diversified colours, and are very
effective in beds on lawns, terraces, etc., also as edgings to beds of Roses and Rhododendrons and to shrub-
beries. Planted in groups of five or more, they are very attractive. Plant the bulbs four to six inches apart.
Time of Flowering. — The numbers in brackets after the name indicate the order of flowering, and
will assist amateurs in making their selections for bedding, thus: — (1) corresponds in time of flowering
with (1) of the Single Tulips ; (2) corresponds with (2) of the Single Tulips, and so on. The heights,
as registered at our Nurseries, are given in inches. By a judicious selection of Double and Single Tulips,
a display of brilliant colours may be maintained in the garden for a long period.
Double Tulips should be planted three bulbs in a pot, and receive the cultural treatment recommended
on page 1.
DOUBLE TULIPS SUITABLE FOR FORCING.
To force for earliest decoration, say January, Salvator Rosa may be used ; the other varieties do not
force successfully so early.
for decoi ation from the end of January to early March we can recommend the following sorts :
Louronne d Or, El Toreador, Imperator Rubrorum , Lady Palmerston, Murillo, Princess Beatrice, Tournesol,
Tournesol Yellow, and Titian.
hor late forcing, to produce blooms from end of March to early April the following kinds should
be grown ■.—Louronne d Or, Imperator Rubrorum, La Candour, Le Matador, Murillo, 'Tournesol, and
Tournesol Yellow.
Barr’s Selections of Double Tulips for Outdoor or Pot-Culture.
10 each 12 splendid varieties 12
A ,» 12 ,, „ 6
3 each 12 splendid varieties 4
1 .. 12 „ „ 2
Barr’s Beautiful “Rainbow” Mixture of Double Tulips. A Special Mixture
ol beautihi! and bright colours made up by ourselves from fine named varieties, and will be
found far superior to the ordinary Dutch mixtures for the brilliant effect they produce in beds
and borders ; they last long in beauty, and form a valuable succession to the Early Single Tulips
per 1000, 65/- ; per 100, 7/- ; per doz. 1 /-
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TULIPS, DOUBLE— continued.
Double Due Van Thol, very early, useful dwarf tulips for edgings and early forcing.
red margined yellow, per ioo, 4/6 ; per doz. 8rA
i> ,, „ ,, orange-red shaded carmine, per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8<A
Agnes (4I, large brilliant glowing
scarlet, Yery dwarf, and a valuable
bedder, ht. 8 in
Alba maxima (4), creamy white,
with yellow centre, large beautiful
flowers, ht. 12 in
Arabella (3), lovely cherry-rose
with salmon glow on inner petals,
ht. 11 in
Blanc Bordee Pourpre (6),
purplish rose, margined blush-
white, ht. 11 in
Blue Flag (syn. Bleu Celeste) (6),
large flowers, soft mauve-purple,
handsome, ht. 21 in., fine for late
forcing
Carmen Sylva (5), very pretty
rose, slightly flaked white, a beauti-
ful globular flower, ht. 1 1 in
Clothilde (4), flower large, glow-
ing cherry-red, tinted scarlet,
a remarkably bright colour and
valuable for filling beds and borders,
ht. 11 in
Couronne de Cerise (3), rich
deep ruby-crimson, elegantly formed
flower, very beautiful, ht. 12 in. ...
Couronne d’Or (2), yellow
flushed orange, handsome flower,
ht. 13 in
Couronne des Roses (3),
beautiful rich brilliant rose
Don Carlos (2), large flowers of
a rich vermilion, very handsome,
ht. 12 in each 8 d.
Due de Bordeaux (4), rich
deep scarlet, very broadly margined
gold, flower large, ht. 8 in., very
showy
Duke of York (5), large flower,
brilliant cherry-crimson, broadly
margined pure white, showy, 12 in.
El Toreador (2), large bright scar-
let, broadly margined buff-yellow,
ht. 12 in.
Award of Merit, R.1I.S. 1903
Empress {syn. Turban Violet)
(3)i large handsome flowers, rosy
purple with yellow centre, ht. 12 in.
Fanny (3), flowers semi-double,
of a pretty bright crimson-rose and
white, distinct and very attractive,
ht. II in
Gladstone (2), fine glowing deep
cherry-scarlet, ht. 10 in
Gloria Solis (1), scarlet, deeply
edged with bright yellow, showy
and early, ht. 1 2 in
Golden King (2), a grand large
flower, pure rich yellow, ht. 14 in.
very scarce each 2/6
Helianthus (4), a distinct shade
of dark scarlet with very broad light
yellow margin, ht. 10 in
per 100 per dor.
s. d. s. d
6 6... I O
5 6...0 10
8 6... i 3
4 6...0 8
7 6... 1 3
6 6...1 o
16 6...2 4
7 6-1 3
12 6... 1 9
15 0...2 3
- ...7 6
6 6... 1 o
4 6...0 8
30 0...4 o
12 6... 1 9
30 0...4 o
12 6... 1 9
6 6... 1 o
8 6...1 3
per 100 per doz.
Henry Witte (3), large rich s. d. s d
orange-scarlet, deeply bordered
golden-yellow, full-double, ht. 1 1 in. 15 0...2 3
Imperator Rubrorum (2),
rich glowing scarlet, beautiful, 12 in. 14 6. ..2 o
L'Argentine (5), flower globular,
creamy white, broadly streaked
cherty-red, showy, ht. 12 in 14 6...2 o
La Candeur (4), pure white, good
bedder, ht. uin 6 6...1 o
La Citadelle (4), rich deep
orange-scarlet, margined gold, very
showy, ht. 13 in 5 6...0 10
La Coquette (2), semi-double,
flower large, golden-yellow flushed
orange, ht. 12 in 16 6. ..2 4
La Parfaite (1), light yellow,
and scarlet, showy, ht. 9 in 21 0...3 o
Lac d’Haarlem (2), rich rose-
carmine, beautiful, ht. in 10 6...1 6
Lady Palmerston (2), a lovely
rose, flushed white, ht. 11 in 7 6...1 3
Le Blason (4), bright rose flushed
white, attractive, ht. 10 in 6 6... I o
Le Matador (3), fine globular
flower, rich glowing scarlet, n in. 12 6...I 9
Leo XIII. (1), very large glowing
scarlet, with yellow centre, remark-
ably showy, early, ht. 1 1 in 7 6... I 3
Lucretia (3), bright rose, beauti-
ful, ht. 8 in 15 0...2 3
Manage de Ma Fille (6),
a very handsome tall late double
variety, flowers pure white striped
brilliant cherry-crimson, ht. 18 in. 10 6. ..I 6
Minnie Hawk (1), flowers semi-
double large glowing carmine-rose,
beautiful, ht. 9 in 18 6. ..2 8
Murillo (3), delicate rose, flushed
white, very beautiful, ht. uin 9 6...1 4
Orange Brilliant (6), rich glow-
ing orange-scarlet, flushed gold at
margin, very showy, ht. 12 in 12 6... I 9
Orange King (5), yellow, tinged
red, of fine form, late, ht. 12 in 8 6...1 3
Paeony Gold-Striped (6),
rich dark red, striped golden, hand-
some, late, ht. 10 in 5 6...0 10
Princess Beatrice (4), large
globular flower, while flushed deli-
cate rose, very beautiful, ht. 10 in. 12 6...I 9
Prince of Wales, large hand-
some flower, rich deep cherry-
crimson, ht. loin 8 6... I 3
Queen Emma (3), brilliant deep
cherry-rose, ht. 12 in 16 6. ..2 4
Radamanth (6), flower small
and pretty, soft yellow shaded light
apricot, ht. 16 in 6 6... 1 o
Regina Rubrorum (5), large
showy flower, cherry-crimson flaked
snowy white, ht. loin 12 6...1 9
78
BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
TULIPS, DOUBLE— continued.
per xoo per do/.
Rex Rubrorum (4); this has j. d. s. d
now been quite superseded by better
kinds, and we cannot recommend it. 7 6...1 3
Rose Aimable, large globular
flower of a lovely soft rose flushed
white, ht. 11 in 25 0...3 6
Rose Blanche (5), one of the
best white double Tulips, ht. loin. 4 6...0 8
Rose d'Amour (3), of a lovely
form and colour, pale flesh-rose ... 30 0...4 o
Rosea Perfecta (3), large *
flowers of a lovely light rose flushed
white, very pretty, ht. 11 in 32 6. ..4 6
Rubra maxima (2), a fine dark
vermilion, large flower, lit. 9 in 8 6...I 3
Safrano (3), flowers large, opening
a beautiful primrose-yellow, slightly
flushed salmon and developing to
rose and primrose-yellow, ht. 11 in. 35 0...5 o
Salvator Rosa (2). beautiful
rose-pink, slightly flushed white,
ht. 1 1 in 16 6. ..2 4
Snowball (2), good broad flower,
white slightly shaded cream, beau-
tiful, agood bidder to associate with
Impcrator Rubrorum, ht. 9 in 8 6 .1 3
Sultan’s Favourite (2), rich
dark vermilion, large and of pretty
form, ht. 9 in 8 6...1 3
The Moor ( syn . Purple Crown)
(3), rich dark maroon-crimson,
handsome, ht. 13 in
Titian (3), rich deep scarlet with
thin golden margin, showy, ht. 13 in.
Tournesol (2), scarlet, broadly
edged yellow, very large flower,
early, ht. 12 in
Tournesol Yellow (2), yellow,
flushed orange, very large handsome
flowers, early, ht. 12 in
Turban Violet. See Empress.
Violet Supreme (4), bold erect
flower of distinct rosy claret colour,
good bedder, ht. 13 in
Virgilius (3), brilliant cherry-
crimson, deeply margined blush-
white, a good bedder, ht. 11 in. ...
Voltaire (2), very fine deep
maroon-crimson, flower very large
and handsome, ht. 12 in
Vuurbaak (2), brilliant fiery
orange-scarlet, very showy and
handsome, ht. 8) in
William 111.(2), very large flowers,
glowing fiery scarlet, a fine showy
bedder, ht. 12 in.
Award or Merit R.II.S.
per 100 per doz.
s. d. s. d
6 6. ..I O
7 6. ..I 3
8 6... i 3
10 6... i 6
12 6... 1 9
6 6... 1 o
42 6. ..5 6
12 6... 1 9
10 6... 1 6
Yellow Rose (6), beautiful pure
yellow sweet-scented flowers, much
valued for cutting, ht. 14 in 4 6...0 8
Variegated-leaved Tulips. -for beds, edgings, and borders.
These are all of great beauty, the handsome variegated foliage providing a decoration from early Spring
to Summer. The flowers also are handsome and showy.
Selection of 8 beautiful varieties, 3 bulbs of each, 6/-
Mixed Varieties, per doz. 2/6
BARR’S
Beautiful “Cottage” Tulips and Tulip Species
(All Single and mostly May-Flowering).
The name Cottage Tulips we have given to the various beautiful May-flowering Tulips which
have mostly been found growing in old cottage gardens in England, Scotland, and Ireland, where they
have been in some cases for over fifty years. They are all very beautiful, presenting a great variety in
form and colouring, and having none of the stiffness of other Tulips. On account of their extreme
hardiness they are specially adapted for permanent hardy flower borders, where they should be freely
planted in large clumps and masses. They may also be naturalised in grass, wild gardens, etc., where
during May they present a gorgeous appearance. The bulbs should be planted an inch or two deeper
than the Early Single and Double Tulips. Those who have visited Kew Gardens in Spring will have
noticed these Tulips planted freely in grass, and also used largely in filling Jlower beds on the lawns.
For cutting they are greatly prized, as the stems are long and a free graceful effect can be readily
obtained by their use.
In most cases we give the heights as registered at our Surbiton Nurseries, but these will vary
somewhat according to richness or poverty of soil.
Time of Flowering. — The Cottage Tulips take up the succession of flowering as the Early Single
and Double Tulips are going out of bloom. As far as possible we have indicated the order of flowering
by (1), (2), and so on. (1) will correspond in time of flowering with (5) of the Early Single and Double
Tulips. The Parrot Tulips bloom together with those marked (2), and the Darwin with those marked (3)
and (4) in the following lists.
(gp Those Tulips marked 4 > are species and gems for choice corners in the rock garden, where
their lovely flowers will delight the eyes of all who see them.
BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covent Garden, London. 79
COTTAGE TULIPS AND TULIP SPECIES — continued.
Acuminata ( syn. corr.uta) (2)
the Ragged - petal led Tulip , having
yellow and red streaked fantastic
thread-like petals, ht. 17 in.
per ioo, 8/6
Albiflora (2), flower white with
elegantly recurved petals, very
pretty, ht. 18 in
Amber Crown, flowers large,
having the three outer petals
recurving, colour delicate amber
inside and outside shaded apricot,
very beautiful
Annie (4), flowers beautiful rich
deep golden, ht. 23 in., per 100, 15/-
Australis, yellow, outside
bronze, ht. 16 in
AximensiS, a pretty Savoy
Tulip bearing carmine-red flowers
with black base, ht. 22 in.
per too, 21/-
■b Ba.ta.lini, beautiful soft chrome,
centre yellow, dainty prostrate foli-
age, very free-flowering, a dainty
little gem, ht. 8 in. Award of
Merit R. H.S. Temple Show,
1800
Beauty. See Novelty List,
page 8.
■I' Bi flora major, a little
Caucasian species bearing lovely
small cream-coloured flowers, on
branching stems early in March,
ht. 8 in
Billietiana (3), pointed flowers,
yellow, strikingly margined at base
rosy scarlet, showy, 19 in., p. 100, 6/6
Blushing Bride (iy«. Isa-
bella) (2), opening creamy white
and pink, changing to brilliant
carmine-rose, flushed white, centre
marked peacock-blue, large flower,
ht. 15 in per too, 6/6
Bouton d’Or (syn Golden
Beauty) (2), the richest and deepest
golden-coloured Tulip, ht. 17 in.
Certificate of Merit, R.B.S.
per 100, 4/6
Bronze King (4), golden-
bronze, large handsome globular
flower, ht. 21 in per 100, 10/6
Bronze Queen, large hand-
some flowers of a golden-bronze
tinged apricot on the outside, centre
clear yellow, tall grower
per 100, 10/6
Buenaventura (4), scarlet
and gold flaked, handsome, a fine
dwarl bedder.hl. 12 in., per 100, 12/6
Caledonia (4), glowing orange-
scarlet, centre greenish black and
yellow, ht. 20 in per 100, 15/-
Canary Cup (6), the latest of
yellow tulips, fine bold globular
flower of a rich canary-yellow with
small bronzy green base and black
anthers, ht. 16 in. ... per 100, 21/-
Carinata rubra (5), scarlet,
shaded green and flushed yellow,
ht. 16 in per 100, 4/6
per cloz. each
s. d. s. d
1 3...O 2
5 6...0 6
10 6... 1 o
2 3---° 3
2 6...0 3
3 0...0 4
5 6...0 6
4 6...0 5
1 o... —
1 0...0 2
0 8... -
1 6...0 2
1 6...0 2
1 9...0 2
2 3...0 3
3
0...0
4
$
Cassandra, an elegant flower
with pointed petals, colour brilliant
glowing rose-carmine with white
and cream centre, very pretty.
per 100, 30/-
Celia, very distinct and pretty,
rosy heliotrope delicately flushed
canary-yellow at margin, centre
prettily marked electric blue, petals
broad, the three outer ones re-
flexing, ht. 24 in
Chameleon (4), pale plum-
colour, blotched maroon and shading
to canary-yellow, striking and
beautiful, ht. 21 in
Clusiana (The Lady Tulip),
outer petals cherry-red, inner petals
white, with violet centre, ht. 8 in.
A lovely little Tulip which likes
being planted amongst stones and
the roots of other plants, and objects
to a rich soil per 100, 18/6
Columbus (syn. Gala Beauty)
(4), blotched vermilion and golden
yellow, very handsome large showy
flower, sweet-scented, ht. 21 in.
Awarded First-Class Certifi-
cate R.H.S per 100, 50/-
Coqucttede Belleville(i),
pretty dark cherry-rose, deeply
margined and flaked clear white,
centre white, ht. 13 in
Corona lutea (syn. Yellow
Crown) (3), pale yeflow, flaked
rose, broad reflexing petals, ht. 16 in.
Coronation Scarlet (4),
large elegant flower, having three
petals erect and three reflexing,
intense vermilion-scarlet with large
dark centre, ht. 15 in., it sometimes
bears 2 or 3 blooms on a stem
per 100, 75/-
Cottager’s Pink (3), broad
flower, three outer petals slightly re-
curved, pretty pink shade, centre
rayed green and yellow, ht. 13 in.
per 100, 25/-
Crimson Flame (4), large
showy globular flowers, brilliant
carmine flamed blood-red on a snow-
white ground, ht. 24 in., per 100, 21/-
Crimson Pompadour (2),
flower large deep glowing crimson
with handsome dark violet base,
very brilliant, ht. 21 in
Cyclops, flower of perfect form,
glowing clear scarlet with yellow
centre and black anthers, ht. 18 in.
Cygnet, a very beautiful snow-
white Cottage Tulip, with striking
black anthers, of elegant form, ht.
21 in. Award of Merit R.H.S.,
May 17th, 1904
Dainty Maid (4), a beautiful
flower, marked like a piece of old
china ; ground white, with dainty
rosy lilac markings, ht. 21 in.
per 100, 15/-
Didieri (2), bright crimson-ver-
milion, indigo and primrose centre,
ht. 16 in per 100, 6/6
per cloz. each
s. d. s. d
4 0...0 5
15 0...1 6
30 0...2 9
2 8...0 3
7 0...0 8
3 0-0 4
5 6..0 6
10 6... 1 o
3 6...0 4
3 0...0 4
18 0...1 8
21 0...2 o
15 0...1 6
2 3...0 3
o
S... —
1
o... —
80 BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
COTTAGE TULIPS AND TULIP SPECIES — continued.
per doz.
s. d.
each
s. d
Didieri alba (3), pretty creamy
white, fragrant, lit. 15 in.
per too, 5/6 o 10... —
„ lutescens (2), pale satiny
yellow, with greenish black
centre, very pretty, ht. 16 in.
per too, 6/6 I o... —
Dom Pedro (3), large bold
flower, outer petals dark maroon
shading to mahogany-red, inside
mahogany colour with dark bronze
centre, very handsome to 6...1 o
Doris (2), large globular flower,
rose flushed silvery grey, centre
prettily marked Cambridge-blue and
green, tall and graceful, lit. 21 in.
per 100, 32/6 4 6...0 5
Elegans(i), crimson-vermilion,
long pointed reflexing petals,
pale yellow centre, ht. 14 in.
per too, 18/6 2 8...0 3
,, alba, rare and beautiful, large
white reflexed petals thinly
edged carmine, ht. 21 in.
Award of Merit R.H.S. •
per 100, 30/- 4 0...0 S
,, variegata (1), crimson,
striped gold, large and
showy, ht. 14 in. per 100, 15/- 2 3...0 3
Ellen Willmott. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Eurasian, a long elegant flower,
outside rosy purple deeply margined
pale lemon, inside pale lemon with
greenish base, petals slightly re-
flexing 10 6... 1 o
Faerie Queen (3), beautiful
large flowers, deep rosy heliotrope,
broadly margined amber, ht. 20 in.
per too, 21/- 3 0...0 4
Feu Ardent. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Fire Dragon (5), flower large,
flaked and flamed fiery red and
orange on a golden ground, ht. 2 ft.
per 100, 10/6 1 6...0 2
Firefly, large broad open flower,
brilliant orange-red flaked yellow,
fragrant, ht. 14 in. ...per 100, 10/6 I 6...0 2
Flava (4), a tall noble Tulip, with
large soft lemon-yellow flowers
per 100, 50/- 7 0...0 8
Fosteriana. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Fransoniana, beautiful
salmon-rose, large shining violet-
black centre, edged while, ht. 22 in. 7 6...0 8
Fulgens( 2 ), vermilion-crimson,
long reflexing petals, with creamy
white centre, lit. 24 in., per 100, 8/6 1 3...0 2
Gala Beauty. See Columbus.
Gesneriana spathulata
(syn. G. major) (3), large rich
crimson-scarlet, with glittering blue-
black centre ; a superb variety for
distant effect in beds and borders,
ht. 24 in. Extra selected strain
per 1,000, 60/- ; per 100, 6/6 I 0...0 2
per cloz.
Gesneriana aurantiaca d.
(4), flowers large brilliant scar-
let! centre greenish brown and
golden, ht. 18 in., per too, 15/- 2 3..
,, lutea (4), flower full yellow,
of good form, ht. 16 in.
Award of MeritR.H.S.,
May 16th, 1908
per 1 00, 50/- 7 o..
,, ,, pallida (3), a beautiful
pale yellow, of fine form,
fragrant, ht. 18 in. First-
Class Certificate
R.H.S 15 o..
„ rosea (syn. Blue Star) (4),
deep rose-carmine, dark
blue centre, ht. 17 in.
per 1000, 35/- ; per 100, 4/- o 7..
„ „ Stella (4), glowing deep
carmine, centre prettily
starred dark blue on a
snow-white ground, ht.
18 in per 100, 21/- 3 o..
Gold Cup (3), petals pointed,
bright yellow faintly flaked crimson
and wire-edged carmine red, an
effective black blotch at base, ht.
15 in per too, 12/6 1 9..
Golden Beauty. Bouton
d’Or.
Golden Crown (erroneously
called Golden Eagle) (2), large
yellow flowers, edged crimson,
pointed petals, anthers black,
showy, ht. 16 in.
per 1000, 25/- ; 100, 2/9 o 5.,
Golden Glow (6), large bold
flower with long petals, rich golden-
yellow, ht. 16 in 7 6.
Golden Goblet, large deep
yellow flowers of handsome form, 12 6.
Golden Spire, flower large with
reflexing petals, bright yellow, in-
clined to become slightly flushed
red, ht. 15 in per 100, 50/- 7 o.
Goldflake (3), bright orange-
scarlet, flaked gold, fragrant, very
showy, ht. 17 in per 100, 12/6 1 9.
4> Greigii, large flowers, brilliant
orange-scarlet to golden-
yellow, black-spotted centre,
foliage beautifully spotted,
handsome, ht. 9 in 5 6.
<I> ,, aurea, bright yellow,
splashed scarlet on outside,
very beautiful, ht. 9 in 12 6.
<l> Haageri var. nitens, a
lovely little Tulip when expanded
by the sun, the interior being of a
glowing orange-scarlet with bronzy
black centre, ht. 6 in. A fine little
species for pots. Award of
Merit R.H.S., May 6th, 1903
per 100,21/- 3 o.
Harlequin (4), yellow striped
crimson, fine showy flower
per 100, 10/6 1 6.
each
j. d
•° 3
.0 8
.1 6
.0 4
..o 8
■i 3
,.o 8
..o 2
..o 6
-i 3
..o 4
..O 2
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COTTAGE TULIPS AND TULIP SPECIES — continued.
per doz. each
Hatfield Pink (4), beautiful *• d. s <i
bright cherry-rose, centre white,
anthers soft yellow, petals pointed, a
charming flower, ht. 15 in.
per 100, 55/- 7 6...0 8
Inglescombe Pink, a most
lovely Tulip with large globular
flowers, delicate rose-pink with
salmon glow, centre beautifully
starred pale blue-green, ht. 20 in.
Award of Merit R.II.S., May
2nd, 1904 10 6... 1 o
Inglescombe Scarlet, a
grand showy flower, colour intense
vermilion with well-defined black
centre, very handsome per 100, 50/- 7 0...0 8
Inglescombe Yellow. See
Novelty List, page 8.
Irish Beauty (j yn. General
Vetter) (6), flower of medium
size, long, while, more or less
suffused and shaded cherry-rose,
centre blue, anthers black, ht. 1 5 in.
per 100, 21/- 3 0...0
Ixiofdes (4), soft clear yellow,
with handsome black base, very
beautiful and rare, ht. 22 in 15 0...1
Jaune d’CEuf (4), fine globular
flowers, outside petals shaded
apricot, inside clear soft yellow with
dark base and anthers, striking, ht.
18 in per 100, 17/6 2 6...0
John Ruskin, flower egg-
shaped, of a pretty apricot-rose,
heavily flushed canary at margin of
petals, centre yellow and green.
Award of Merit R.II.S., May
17th, 1904 — ...2
Kaufmanniana, a rare and
beautiful Tulip bearing early in the
season large flowers of elegant form
and remarkable beauty, petals large,
broad, and reflexing, creamy white
with more or less carmine-red on
the reverse, centre yellow 7 6...0
Kaufmanniana aurea,
having large handsome flowers
golden-yellow streaked scarlet on
outer petals — ...3
T Kolpakowskiana (true),
large handsome flowers, deep
golden-yellow shaded rose
on the outside ; being a col-
lected plant, it varies a little
per 100, 21/- 3 0...0
4> ,, splendens,agrandnew form
of the type, and very beautiful 18 6...1
Kroeschel. Sec Novelty List,
page 8 .
La Clrcasienne (4), large
long flower, flaked cherry-crimson
on a white ground, very showy,
ht. 21 in per 100, 21 /- 3 0...0
La Merveille( 5 ), a magnificent
variety, flowers of great size,
salmon-rose shot orange-red with
yellow centre, and of elegant pitcher
shape when closed, sweetly scented,
ht. 18 in per too, 12/6 1 9...0
4
6
3
6
8
6
4
9
4
2
La Panachee (3), flaked clear
white and brilliant cherry-crimson,
striking and beautiful, foliage varie-
gated, a very striking Tulip in beds,
ht. 12 in per 100, 21 /-
Lady Roberts (1), flowers
white heavily flushed delicate pale
rose, petals recurving, ht. 17 in.
per 100, 8/6
<f> Lanata (true), beautiful large
scarlet flowers, ht. 8 in
Leghorn Bonnet (4), deli-
cate chrome-yellow, flower of
elegant form, ht. 16 in
<i> Linlfolia, beautiful dwarf species
with glowing scarlet flowers, ht. 7 in.
Lion d’Orange, large, orange-
scarlet, golden centre, ht. 1 5 in
per too, 6/6
Little Coquette (3), a showy
Tulip, flowers rather small, bright
yellow heavily flushed rosy red,
ht. 20 in per too, 10/6
Lord Curzon,a handsome Tulip
with bold crest, flowers opening a
silvery white, heavily flushed at
margin dark cherry-crimson, which
colour eventually suffuses the whole
flower, centre white, very effective
Louis XIV. See Novelty List,
page 8.
4> Lownei, a beautiful rare species,
flowers starry, soft rose-pink with
golden anthers, the three outer
petals green, ht. 4 in
Macrospila (4), the Sweet-
scented Crimson Tulip , large, hand-
someglowing crimson-scarlet, centre
black and yellow, very fragrant , ht.
18 in. Certificate of Merit
R.B.S. ...per 1000, 30/-; 100, 3/6
Maculata “ Brilliant ” (3),
brilliant deep crimson, with black
and yellow centre, ht. 20 in.
per 100, 12/6
Maid of Honour (3), elegant
flower with three outer petals re-
llcxing, opening chrome-yellow and
passing to clear white margined
deep rose, ht. 20 in
Mandarin, flowers long and
globular of a pretty art shade,
speckled rosy red on a pale yellow
ground, centre handsomely marked
with brown-black diamond-shaped
blotches margined lemon, ht. 15 in.
per 100, 32/6
Marie Antoinette (5), pretty
globular flower, flamed dark
maroon and purple on a white
ground, and shaded lemon, ht. 22 in.
per 100, 30/-
Marjolette, a lovely little Tulip
from Savoy, flowers delicate pale
yellow, outer petals shaded rosy red,
ht. 14 in per ioo, 10/6
Marjorie (4), flowers small but
pretty, clear yellow, flushed rose-
scarlet towards base, ht. 15 in.
per 100, 15/-
per doz. each
s. d. s. d
3 0...0 4
I 3...0 2
— ...2 6
8 6...0 9
6 6...0 7
1 o... —
1 6...0 2
8 6...0 9
3 6...0 4
0 6... —
i» 9...0 2
7 6...0 8
4 6...0 5
4 0...0 5
1 6...0 2
2 3...0 3
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
COTTAGE TULIPS AND TULIP SPECIES — continued.
Mars, a brilliantly coloured Tulip
having glowing vermilion flowers
with diamond - shaped centre,
bronzy black bordered yellow
Mauriana, a handsome Savoy
Tulip, flowers large and elegant,
brilliant glowing scarlet with
golden centre, ht. io in. Award
of Merit R.H.S., Temple Show,
1901 per too, 8/6
Merry Maid, long showy
flower, rosy scarlet flushed at base
primrose, ht. 20 in. ...per loo, 25/-
Michelliana, a new species,
with large deep red flowers, centre
marked black, foliage striped brown
Montana, a pretty little dwarf
species, flowers brilliant red, centre
blotched black and yellow
Mrs. Kerrell. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Mrs. Moon, a magnificent Tulip
with very large rich golden-yellow
flowers having long pointed petals,
ht. 24 in. Award of Merit
R.H.S. 1900. ( Coloured Plate ,
pi ice (id.) per 100, 60/-
Nabob (3), flower egg-shaped of
medium size, a rich dark maroon
with black centre per 100, 21/-
Nitida, a charming dwarf species
from Bokhara, bearing brilliant
scarlet flowers in April
Norham Beauty (5), soft rosy
heliotrope, flushed amber at margin,
ht. 21 in per 100, 21/-
Oculus Solis (true), crimson
with black centre
Orange Beauty (4), globular
flower fiery orange shaded red and
flushed gold, very showy and beauti-
ful, ht. 20 in per 100, 32/6
Orange Globe (4), large hand-
some flower, brilliant orange -scarlet
with dark centre per 100, 25/-
Orange King, large globular
flower of a beautiful glowing orange-
apricot, centre yellow, sweet-
scented, ht. 22 in. Award of
Merit R.H.S
Oriana (2), flower ruby-rose with
slight salmon tinge, the three outer
petals slightly reflexing, ht. 26 in.. ..
Orlando, a rather long flower
with slightly reflexed outer petals,
colour a glowing deep vermilion,
centre having diamond-shaped black
blotches edged lemon, ht. 14 in.
per 100, 25/-
$ Orphanidea, from Greece,
bright orange-yellow, with black
centre per 100, 50/-
Orpheus, a very elegant flower
with reflexing petals, opening
creamy primrose deeply margined
cherry-red, and developing an
orange-red flush, centre rayed dark
green and lemon, ht. 21 in.
per 100, 17/6
per do/. each
s. d. s. d
15 O...I 6
1 3...O 2
3 6...0 4
15 0...1 6
4 6...0 5
8 6...0 9
3 0...0 4
10 6... 1 o
3 0...0 4
3 6...0 4
4 6...0 s
3 6...0 4
- -3 6
7 6...0 8
3 <5 . o 4
7 0...0 8
2 6..0 3
<I> Ostrowskyana, a fine Tur-
kestan Tulip, flowers brilliant scar-
let, ht. 15 in. {Coloured Plate, (id.)
Othello, rich deep crimson, with
black centre, handsome globular
flowers, ht. 18 in per 100, 17/6
Panorama (3), large globular
flower, rich orange-red, handsome,
ht. 22 in per 100, 60/-
Parisian Yellow (5), large
handsome clear yellow flowers with
pointed petals, very attractive, ht.
20 in per 100, 8/6
Pauline, pale delicate primrose,
very slightly shaded red on exterior,
ht. 21 in per 100, 25/-
'I> Persica (The Persian Tulip),
several flowers borne on branched
stems, inside brilliant yellow, outside
golden bronze, very fragrant ; dwarf
habit, a gem for edgings and rock
gardens, very free-flowering, ht. 3 in.
per 100, 25/-
Picotee (sytt. Maiden's Blush)
(3)> large white gracefully recurved
petals, margined rose, very elegant,
ht. 20 in.. ..per 1000, 45/- ; 100, 5/-
Picta aurea, flower brilliant
yellow very slightly streaked
here and there with car-
mine and having a starlike
blackish base.. .per 100, 30/-
,, Octaroon, small globular
flower golden-yellow, very
finely speckled red with
starlike blackish centre
per 100, 30/-
Planifolia, vermilion, with a
striking centre of greenish bronze
blotched on a cream-coloured
ground, very elegant, ht. 16 in. ...
Platystigma, a shy bloomer ;
we recommend in preference
Hatfield Pink.
Prsecox (erroneously called
Oculus Solis), crimson with
black centre
,, Dammanni, brilliant scar-
let, with large pointed black
blotches in centre, ht. 17 in.
Prsestans, a fine species from
Bokhara, with large bright orange-
red flowers in April, sometimes
4 or s on a stem, ht. 14 in. Award
of Merit R.H.S., April 7th, 1903
Primrose Beauty. See
Novelty List, page 8.
>I> Pulchella, charming little
species, flowers ranging from
brilliant glowing crimson-carmine
to carmine-rose
Quaintness. See Novelty
List, page 8 .
Queen Alexandra, a very
beautiful variety with goblet-shaped
flowers of a soft delicate primrose
with black anthers, ht. 24 in
per doz.
s. d.
4 6.
2 6.
8 6 .
1 3-
3 6.
3 6 .
o 9.
4 o.
4 o.
7 6.,
2 6..
3 6 ..
2 6.
12 o.
each
s. d
..o s
3
..o 9
..o 2
..o 4
..o 4
,.o S
..o 5
.0 8
■o 3
.0 4
.2 6
.0 3
•i 3
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COTTAGE TULIPS AND TULIP SPECIES — continued.
Rainbow (3), a charming Tulip
from Savoy, flowers deep carmine-
rose, flushed salmon-orange, centre
electric blue-green and yellow, lit.
16 in per 100, 25/-
Retroflexa ( 1), beautiful yellow
flowers, petals elegantly recurved,
ht. 17 in per 100, 7/6
Rosalind (5), beautiful clear
cherry-rose, with clear white base,
ht. 21 in.
per 1000, 30/- ; per too, 3/6
Rose Beauty. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Rose Doree. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Rose Mignon (3), large flower
with broad reflexing petals, creamy
white flaked rose, foliage variegated,
very pretty, ht. 16 in.. ..per 100, 21/-
Rose Pompon (4), semi-
double flowers speckled and flushed
rose on a cream-coloured ground,
ht. 19 in per 100, 10/6
Rosetta (4), fine globular flower,
rich soft rose, occasionally flaked
crimson and with slight salmon
flush at margin, ht. 24 in.
per 100, 15/-
Royal Crown (3), large hand-
some flower, rich scarlet, broadly
margined bright yellow, ht. 17 in.
per too, 30/-
Royal White ( 1 ), large globular
creamy white flower of good sub-
stance, centre creamy yellow ; of
stiff erect habit, ht. 10 in.
per 100, 30/-
Ruby (3), flowers of a pretty dark
ruby colour, with slight orange flush,
ht. 23 in., (a striking effect can be
obtained by planting Ruby and
Viteltina) per 100, 10/6
Salmon Prince. See Novelty
List, page 8.
4> Saxatilis, a real gem, flowers
delicate rose with large bright
yellow centre, very beautiful.
Award of Merit R.It.S.,ht. 11 in.
(i Coloured Plate, price 6 ti.)
Scarlet Emperor. See
Novelty List, page 8.
Shahzada, a long flower, rich
blood-crimson with centre yellow
margined dark bronze per 100, 21/-
Snowdon (2), pure white,
shaded pale blue on outer petals, of
beautiful goblet form, ht. 15 in.
per 100, 10/6
Sprengeri, a beautiful and very
showy species, and the latest of all
Tulips to bloom ; the flowers are of
a fiery orange-scarlet with golden
anthers, ht. l£ ft. ( Coloured Plate,
price 6 d.) per 100, 50/-
i stellata, a lovely little Hima-
layan Tulip bearing elegant dainty
flowers with a soft pale yellow
interior and outside shaded rose ...
per doz. each
s. d. s. d
3 6...0 4
1 3...0 2
0 6... —
3 0...0 4
1 6...0 2
2 3...0 3
4 0...0 5
4 0...0 5
1 6...0 2
3 6...0 4
3 0...0 4
1 6...0 2
7 0...0 8
7 6...0 8
Strangulata type (3), soft
primrose-yellow, outer petals
more or less faintly flushed
rose, and centre sometimes
having green and blackish
markings, ht. 15 in. Collected
in the Void’ Arno, per 100, 10/6
„ maculata(3),soft primrose-
yellow, occasionally flushed
rose, with conspicuous black
centre, very handsome,
Award of Merit R.H.S.,
ht. 15 in per 100, 25/-
„ primulina( 3 ), beautiful self
soft primrose-yellow, ht. 15 in.
,, pi eta, primrose - yellow,
shaded rose on outside petals,
and with large greenish-black
centre, pretty, ht. 1 5 in.
per 100, 15/-
Striped Beauty (5), rose,
flaked deep crimson and white, large
and showy, ht. 20 in. Floral
Certificate R.B.S., per 100, 12/6
Sunset (3), golden-yellow deve-
loping to a fiery red, flanged yellow,
large and very showy, ht. 13 in.
per 100, 257-
Sweet Nancy (3), white, thinly
edged pink, blue base and violet
anthers, ht. 18 in per 100, 7/6
Sylvestris (1), the Sweet-
scented Wild English
Yellow Tulip, fine for
naturalising, requires to
become established before
flowering freely, ht. 18 in.
per 100, 7/6
,, major (1), a robust-growing
variety with larger flowers,
distinct per 100, 30/-
The Fawn (4), long egg-shaped
flower opening a rosy fawn and
turning to blush-rose flushed white,
beautiful, Award of Merit,
R.H.S
The Moor (6), brilliant crimson
with well-defined black base, ht.
18 in per 100, 10/6
Torch ( 4 ), fine globular flowers
finely speckled rich rosy scarlet on
a yellow ground, very handsome,
ht. 16 in. Inclined to sport a little
<I> Triphylla, a rare species from
Turkestan, flowers varying from
light to dark orange or golden-bull'
Tubergiana, a handsome new
species from Bokhara, bearing about
the middle of May very large hand-
some flowers opening out to a
width of 8 to 10 inches, with reflex-
ing petals, brilliant vermilion with
dark blotches at base, ht. 20 in.
Award of Merit R.H.S., May
17th, 11)04
Tuirenne. See Novelty List,
page 8.
>1> U n d u latifo) ia, bearing earlyjm
the season handsome vermilion
flowers with blotched centre, foliage
undulated and prostrate, ht. 6 in. ...
per doz. each
S, d. S, d
1 6...0 2
3 6...0 4
7 6...0 8
2 3...0 3
1 9...0 2
3 6...0 4
1 3...0 2
1 3- —
4 0...0 5
7 6...0 8
1 6...0 2
7 6...0 8
— ...1 6
- ...1 3
3 6...0 4
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
COTTAGE TULIPS AND TULIP SPECIES — continued.
per doz. each
Viridiflora (4), the Green Tulip, d. s. d
edged yellow, ht. 16 in.
per 100, 15/- 2 3...0 3
„ prsecox (3), splendid large
flowers, green and pale
yellow, ht. 16 in 30 0...2 9
Vitellina (3), large pale primrose
flowers of great beauty, ht. 22 in.
Award of Merit R.H.S. ( Coloured
Illustration, price 6 d. ) . . . p. 100, 25/- 3 6...0 4
Vivid (3), glowing scarlet, with
large yellow base, ht. 18 in.
per 100, 21/- 3 0...0 4
Walter T. Ware. See Novelty
List, page 8.
Water Lily, large handsome
flower, expanding to a great size,
solid glossy white, tall — ...2 6
4 > Wilsoniana, a handsome Per-
sian species, bearing dazzling scarlet
flowers with small glittering black
centre, very striking — ...3 6
Yellow Emperor. See
Novelty List, page 8.
Yellow Gem (3), flowers large
and elegant, of a delicate primrose
shade, beautiful, ht. 14 in,
Yellow Hammer (s yn.
Yellow Goblet) (5), flower of
medium size, rich yellow, very
slightly shaded red on outside of
petals, pretty, ht. 19 in., per 100, 25/-
Yellow Queen (3), very large
handsome golden-yellow flowers, ht.
22 in per 100, 17/6
York and Lancaster (3),
large long flower, white, suffused at
margin carmine-rose, centre yellow
and green, ht. 13 in. ...per 100, 15/-
Zomerschoon (4), a lovely
Tulip, large handsome flowers,
salmon-rose, flaked snowy white,
ht. is in. Award of Merit
R.H.S
per doz. each
s. d s. d
10 6. ..i o
3 6...0 4
2 6...0 3
2 3...0 3
— ...5 6
BARR’S BEAUTIFUL MIXTURE of Cottage Tulips for large borders or to
naturalise in wild gardens, grass land, etc per 1000, 50/- ; per 100, 5/6 o 10... —
BARR’S GRAND DARWIN TULIPS
(May-flowering).
As grown at our Surbiton Nurseries, and exhibited at the London May Flower Shows, where
their grand stately flowers elicit the admiration of all.
O” On May 11th, 1900, Her late Majesty Queen Victoria graciously accepted a basket of our
handsome Darwin Tulips on the occasion of the Drawing-Room at Buckingham Palace, the
stately beauty of the flowers eliciting much admiration.
For flower beds and borders we confidently recommend the following Darwin Tulips Tor their stately
bearing and rich colours. They have been specially selected as being distinct, showy, and beautiful, so
that buyers need have no hesitation in choosing the colours they require, as all are good. The cut flowers
form an elegant decoration for vases, and last a long time in water.
By gentle forcing in pots these grand Tulips may be had in bloom by March, and will be found
of great value for indoor decoration on account of their lovely soft colours and tall stately bearing. The
centres of many are most beautifully marked.
In most cases we give the heights as registered at our Nurseries last Spring, also the order of flowering
in relation to the flowering period of the Cottage Tulipe, ( 1 ) being the first to open and (5) the latest.
A FIELD OF BARR'S GRAND DARWIN TULIPS AT THEIR SURBITON NURSERIES.
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DARWIN MAY-FLOWERING TULIPS— continued.
SELECTIONS OF SPLENDID NAMED VARIETIES.
5 each of 20 beautiful varieties 21/-, 35/- & 48/-
5 each of 50 beautiful varieties 65/- & 75 /-
3 „ 50
>>
,, 40/- & 46/-
1 „ 50
>1
14/- & 16/-
5 „ 30
»»
.» 3%. 45/- & 5 8 /-
3 „ 30
1 »
„ 18/6, 28/- & 36/-
1 „ 30
>>
„ 6/6, 10/- & 13/-
20
20
12
12
12
12/-, 21/- & 30/-
4/6, 7/6 & 10/6
io/6, 21/- & 32/-
7/6, 12/- & 21/-
Antony Roozen (i), large cup-shaped flower, full rose, shaded blush, ht. 23 in.
Ariadne (2), bold well-formed flower, brilliant glowing vermilion with glittering
violet-coloured centre, ht. 30 in. Award of Merit R.H.S., May 9 th, 1905...
Auber (1), rich maroon-purple with handsome centre, dark blue, edged white,
flower slightly drooping, lit. 24 in
Barbara (1), large globular flower, pale rosy purple with silvery shading, large
centre of electric blue and white, ht. 24 in
Baronne de la Tonnaye (3), full cherry-rose shading to blush-rose at margin,
long flower, beautiful, ht. 24 in
Beethoven, beautiful rose-pink, large flower of great substance
Carminea (2), glowing rose slightly shaded carmine, large open flower with
electric blue base and black anthers, slightly drooping, ht. 22 in. Award of
Merit R.H.S
Charles Dickens (4), well-formed square flower, brilliant deep glowing carmine
with white centre, ht. 26 in
Circe (1), broad open erect flower of cup-shape, delicate heliotrope flushed white,
beautiful, ht. 21 in
Clara Butt (4), a flower of remarkable beauty, soft delicate rose, with slight blush
tinge on outer petals, of perfect form, ht. 19 in. ist-Class Certificate R.H.S.,
May 9 th, 1905. (See Coloured Plate in “ The Garden ,” April 1 5///, 1905) ...
Coquette (4), full rich rose, margined blush, erect flower of fine form, ht. 21 in.
Cordelia (2), glowing crimson-violet, slightly shaded blush on outside, remarkably
striking white and blue centre, ht. 24 in
Corot (1), open cup-shaped flower of a pretty lilac shade, ht. 15 in
Coridion (2), a pretty soft heliotrope shade, ht. 20 in
Donders (1), large broad erect flower, rich dark vermilion with dark violet centre
edged white, ht. 25 in. Highly Commended R.H.S
Dorothy (4), pale heliotrope shaded white, very pretty, ht. 17 in. Certificate
of Merit R.H.S
Dream, large cup-shaped flower, soft heliotrope shaded grey and with blue centre,
ht. 27 in. ; a lovely delicate shade blending charmingly with the beautiful
yellow Cottage Tulip, Mrs. Moon
Duchesse de Mouchy (3), beautiful soft rose, slightly flushed blush at margin,
centre white, ht. 25 in
Early Dawn (3), fine bold flower, rosy violet shaded blush, dark blue centre,
ht. 25 in. Certificate of Merit R.B.S
Edmee, deep rose edged blush, very beautiful
Edouard Andr6 (1), very large broad open flower, outside rose-purple, inside
mauve, blush-white centre, remarkably effective, ht. 25 in
Electra, a fine erect square flower of medium size, white flushed silvery rose,
exterior silvery rose with broad white margin
Emanuel Sweerts (4), erect flower, rich bright rose-lilac, lasting long in
condition, ht. 19 in
Europe, a well-formed square erect flower, brilliant glowing rose-scarlet, large
snowy white centre, very fine. Highly Commended R.H.S
Fanny (1), of elegant form, delicate pale rose, shaded blush, centre white with blue
halo, ht. 20 in
Flambeau (2), brilliant scarlet with blue centre, ht. 20 in
Fontanelle (4), fine globular flower of a rich cherry colour, distinct, ht. 24 in. ...
General Kohler, flowers very large, of fine form, deep crimson, ht. 26 in.,
very handsome
G. F. Wilson (2), very distinct flower of perfect cup-shape, brilliant glowing
carmine, centre prettily starred white and dark blue, ht. 26 in
Gipsy Queen (2), very dark glowing maroon, handsome, ht. 26 in
Glory (2), glowing cherry-red, fine, ht. 24 in
Glow (2), brilliant glowing vermilion, centre blue, margined white, ht. 23 in.
Certificate of Merit R.li.S
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DARWIN MAY-FLOWERING TULIPS — continued.
Godet Parfait (3), full rich lilac, ht. 24 in
Grand Monarque (3), rich purple, fine bold flower, ht. 26 in
Gudin (3), heliotrope, broadly margined blush-white passing to silvery grey, large
and very beautiful, ht. 18 in
Hecla (3), deep crimson-maroon, with handsome violet centre thinly edged white,
fine cup-shaped flower, ht. 25 in
Je Maintiendrai (2), handsome purple flower with white centre, ht. 20 in
John Fraser, a fine handsome showy flower of a brilliant scarlet
Joseph Chamberlain (3), brilliant cherry-scarlet, large flower, 19 in
King Harold (3), large handsome flower, glossy dark maroon-scarlet, a grand
flower, ht. 24 in. Award of Mf.rit K.H.S., May 9th, 1905
Lantern (2), erect flower of good form, beautiful silvery lilac, shaded white,
a very delicate colouring, ht. 17 in
La Tulipe Noire, the blackest-coloured of all Tulips and just a shade darker
than The Sultan, flower broad and short, of fine form, ht. 26 in., scarce
Leonardo da Vinci (1), large erect short-petalled flower of fine form, of a
glossy blackish maroon, very handsome, ht. 24 in
Loveliness (2), lovely satiny rose, slightly Hushed blush at margin, of fine form
Certificate of Merit R.B.S
Maiden’s Blush (3), delicate rose, flushed at margin blush, pretty, ht. 20 in. ...
Manceau (1), large handsome ruby-purple flower with white centre, ht. 37 in. ...
Margaret (4), flower of a lovely globular form, outside a delicate blush, and inside
soft blush-rose, very beautiful, ht. 24 in. Award of Merit R.Il.S., May 17th,
1904. ( Sec Coloured Plate in tl 7 'he Garden ,” Alarch ^th, 1905)
May Queen (3), larg;e open flower, slightly drooping, bright soft rose, centre
Cambridge blue with white blotches, beautiful, ht. 25 in. Award of
Merit R.Il.S
Mr. Farncombe Sanders (2), a fine large broad-pctalled flower, rich dark
salmon-rose with scarlet tinge, centre white, ht. 27 in. Award of Merit
R.H.S., May 17th, 1904
Mrs. Krelage (1), very large flower, soft rose broadly margined blush, slightly
drooping, beautiful, fit. 28 in
Nautica (1), brilliant rich rose, centre dark violet, shaded bronze, large handsome
flower, ht. 32 in
Negro (2), flowers very dark maroon, shaded black, a fine bedder, ht. 20 in
Nora Ware (3), very beautiful globular flowers of medium size, silvery lilac
shaded white, ht. 22 in
Nymph (4), beautiful white and blush-rose, fragrant, ht. 20 in
Painted Lady, white faintly shaded heliotrope on opening, beautiful
Penelope (4), large and beautiful, rosy lake broadly bordered blush-rose, ht. 26 in.
Peter Barr (3), rich dark maroon, globular flowers, slightly drooping, ht. 22 in.
Phyllis (3), delicate heliotrope shaded white, flower of pretty form, ht. 20 in
Pride Of Haarlem (2), a grand variety , flowers of immense size and fine
form, brilliant deep salmon-rose shaded scarlet, with a handsome electric-blue
centre, ht. 26 in. Award of Merit R.Il.S. , 1902
Professor M. Foster (3), large bold flower, rich deep rose with scarlet glow,
very handsome, ht. 30 in
Professor Rawenhoff, flower of enormous size with broad thick petals full
cherry-rose with ivory-white and blue star at base, very fine, ht. 28 in
Purple Perfection (3), fine cup-shaped flower, handsome glossy maroon-
purple, ht. 22 in
Pygmalion (3), large globular flower of a pretty dark rose-carmine, with clear
white centre, ht. 20 in
Queen of Brilliants (2), large bold erect flower, deep salmon-rose, very
fine, ht. 26 in
Queen of Roses (4), erect flower, bright rose shaded blush outside, very
pretty, ht. 23 in 1000, no /-
Remembrance (3), soft lilac shading to white, ht. 20 in
Rev. H. H. D’Ombrain (3), brilliant glowing vermilion, large rich violet centre
with silvery edge, flower of medium size and slightly drooping, ht. 21 in
Rev. H. Ewbank (1), broad erect open flower of a beautiful heliotrope, flushed
white at margin, ht. 20 in
Salmon King (4), rich deep glowing salmon, with white centre, handsome,
ht. 19 in
Scylla (2), cherry-crimson with blue centre, flower of fine form, ht. 22 in
Sir Joseph Hooker (2), flower of fine form, rich deep glowing maroon-scarlet,
centre beautifully marked blue and white, ht. 17 in
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BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covent Garden, London.
DARWIN MAY-FLOWERING TULIPS— continued.
Suzon (3), beautiful large erect flower of a soft flesh-rose, shaded blush, centre
Cambridge blue starred white, ht. 24 in. Award ok Merit R. II. S
Tak Van Poortvliet (1), large bold flower of fine form, glowing deep salmon-
rose with blue centre, ht. 25 in. Award of Merit R.H.S., Temple, 1901
The Shah (2), fine short-petalled erect flower of cup shape, rich dark cherry-rose
with pretty electric-blue centre, ht. 22 in
The Sultan (i). This may almost be called a Black Tulip ; flowers are erect,
of handsome square form, and a rich glossy maroon-black, lit. 28 in. ; a grand
bedder. Award of Merit R.II.S per 1000/90/-
Theodore Jorisen (2), large flower, beautiful rose-carmine, centre blue, starred
white, ht. 25 in
Violet Queen (1), large erect flower, rich ruby with violet tinge, ht. 21 in
Von Jehring (1), a fine dark-coloured Tulip with well-shaped bold flowers,
glossy dark maroon shaded black, centre dark violet and white, ht. 31 in
Washington (1), a very distinct flower, large, of a rich carmine-rose, centre
electric-blue and white, ht. 30 in
Wedding Veil (2), flower erect, of medium size, blush-white shaded silvery lilac,
clear while centre and black anthers, very pretty, ht. 22 in
White Queen (2), large globular erect flower, white slightly tinged blush,
per 100 per doz. each
purple-black, ht. 28 in. Award of
Zulu, fine handsome globular flower, rich
Merit R.II.S
BARR’S EXTRA CHOICE MIXTURE of Darwin Tulips, in
yarious brilliant colours, producing a grand effect when grouped in the herba-
ceous border or Idling beds on lawns, etc. ; their stately bearing and rich self colours
will be greatly appreciated. These make a grand show when massed in flower
beds or borders, and we can confidently recommend them to all. ..per 1000, 75/-
BARR S FINE MIXED Darwin Tulips, containing a good variety of
colours and suitable for massing in wild gardens, etc per 1000, 50 /-
REMBRANDT TULIPS (May-flowering).
These are Darwin Tulips which have broken into a permanent variegation.
are beautifully striped and blotched, and remarkably attractive in flower beds and borders,
in height from 18 in. to 25 in. Barr’s Beautiful Mixture, per 100, 25/- ; per doz. 3/6
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They range
PARROT, or DRAGON TULIPS, with La.cinia.ted Petals
(May-flowering).
These Parrot, or Dragon Tulips, have large characteristic blossoms with curiously lacinialed
petals, and richly varied shades of beautiful colours in the same flower. They are very remarkable and
exceedingly showy and effective in flower borders, while if grown in hanging baskets the drooping flowers
look like orchids. In height they average about 15 inches, and bloom with (he Collage and Darwin Tulips.
The following are all selected extra strong bulbs, superior to what are often sold , and may reasonably
be expected to bloom ; but as in some seasons the Parrot Tulips are rather shy in flowering, to ensure a good
display in flower beds and borders i t is wise to plant the bulbs only 4 inches apart.
12 bulbs each of 6 beautiful varieties, 7s. 6d. ; 6 each, 4s.
Amiral de Constantinople, glossy
scarlet, shaded and tipped orange, showy
per 100, 6/6 1 o
Coffee-Colour, shaded reddish brown
on a yellow ground, slightly striped crimson
and green per 100, 7/6 1 3
Crimson Beauty, rich deep blood-
crimson, with blackish markings, flowers
of immense size and very handsome ; this
variety should be largely used in beds, bor-
ders, and baskets, as nearly every bulb
flowers freely and produces a most brilliant
effect. Certificate of Merit, R.B.S.,
1897 per 1000, 70/-; per 100, 7/6 1 3
per doz.— r.
Fire King, a fine new variety, dark
scarlet, striped gold, distinct and remark-
ably handsome per 100, 15/- 2
Large Yellow, pure yellow, slightly
striped crimson and green, a showy and
beautiful flower per 100, 6/6 1
Markgraaf Van Baden (true),
golden inside, outside shaded and feathered
brilliant scarlet, purple and green, very
handsome and showy per 100, 10/6 1
Perfecta, golden-yellow, heavily blotched
rich deep scarlet, a showy and beautiful
flower per 100, 6/6 1
Barr’s Splendid Mixed, from named sorts, containing a good variety of colours
Strong bulbs, per 1000, 60/- ; per too, 6/6 1
Fine Mixed Varieties, containing a good selection of colours „ 45/-; ,, 5/- o
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
BARR’S “GOLD MEDAL” ENGLISH FLORIST TULIPS.
Awarded Five Gold Medals by the Royal National Tulip Society.
These beautiful May-flowering English Tulips have been prized by all lovers of the true Florist’s
Flower for over a century, although of late years the number of growers has diminished. The flowers
are of perfect goblet form, and their beautiful and symmetrical markings quite unique.
Culture of English Tulips. — Any good loamy garden soil suits the “ English Tulip.” The bulbs
should be planted four inches deep and four inches apart, from the end of October to early in November,
choosing a day when the ground is in nice friable condition ; avoid planting when the ground is wet.
Mints to Exhibitors and Tulip Amateurs. — As the English Tulip often suffers much from hail
and wind during Spring, it is a good plan, when choice named sorts are grown, to erect oyer the bed
a skeleton framework on which a covering of calico or white canvas is fastened in February or March,
leaving the sides open till the buds show colour, when the covering may be brought down over the sides
too. liy this means hail, rain, and very hot drying sun are kept off, and the flowers open in all their purity,
while the period of flowering is prolonged by some weeks.
ijiy To those who wish to know all about the English Tulip, we recommend “ The English Tulip,”
a little pamphlet containing the lectures delivered on this flower at the great Tulip Conference of
the Royal National Tulip Society, held at Royal Botanic Society's Gardens , May 12th, 1897, price Is.
BARR’S ENGLISH MAY-FLOWERING TULIPS.
25 in 25 Beautiful Varieties, Bizarres, Byblcemen, and Roses ...10/6, 15/-, 21/-, & 42/-
12 in 12 „ „ 3 / 6 . 5 / 6 . 7 / 6 , 12/6, & 21/-
In the above collections the Bizarres embrace the following colours, — self shades of red, crimson,
scarlet, maroon, and chestnut ; also flakings of orange, scarlet, crimson, brown, and black, on a lemon or
golden-yellow ground. The Byblcemen are made up of self shades of purple, violet, lilac, and heliotrope,
all with a dazzling white centre ; also beautiful flakings of black, violet, purple, and lavender, on a clear
white ground. The Roses contain lovely self shades of rose and rose-scarlet ; also pretty flakings of
delicate pink, soft rose, glowing scarlet, and deep crimson on a pure white ground.
Barr’s Choice Mixture of Beautiful English Florist Tulips, in great variety, comprising
Bizarres, Bybloemens, and Roses. When massed in quantity in beds and borders these beautiful
Tulips present a brilliant picture, resembling a richly coloured Persian carpet
per 1000, no/-; per 100, 12/6; per doz. 1/9
A FEW GOOD NAMED VARIETIES OF ENGLISH TULIPS. P" d °*-
Adonis, finely feathered and lightly flamed purple and black on a white ground 7 6...0 8
Aglaia, flamed and feathered rose on a white ground 5 6...0 6
Annie McGregor, flower of fine form, of a lovely deep rosy scarlet. This is very liable
to break into a feather or flame 7 6...0 8
Bessie, flamed and feathered brilliant purple on a snowy white ground, dwarf 5 6...0 6
Black Diamond, flamed and feathered glittering black on a pure white ground, tall
and handsome 10 6...1 o
Colbert, flamed chocolate on a bright golden-yellow ground, dwarf and very showy 3 6...0 4
Dr. Hardy (breeder), rich mahogany-brown, flowers of perfect form and fine substance ... 10 6... I o
,, (f lamed ), flowers flamed dark scarlet on a bright orange-yellow ground, very
striking . per 100, 25/- 3 6...0 4
„ ( feathered ), a fine strain, feathered dark scarlet on a bright orange-yellow
ground 15 o ..I 6
George Hayward, flamed rich crimson- maroon on gold, a very large handsome flower
per 100, 25/- 3 6...0 4
Goldfinder, bright scarlet with brilliant yellow centre, a very handsome variety 10 6...1 o
Kate Connor, flowers of lovely clear soft rose 3 6...0 4
Lord Denman, flowers beautifully marked puce-purple on an ivory-white ground, very
effective 5 6...0 6
Lord Stanley (breeder), handsome short-petalled flower of fine form, colour rich deep
maroon 5 6...0 6
„ ,, (flamed and feathered), of fine form, very prettily marked mahogany-
crimson on a yellow ground 4 6.0 5
Mabel, prettily flamed and feathered rose on a pure white ground 4 6...0 5
Princess Royal, flamed and feathered crimson-black on a white ground, very showy,
late-flowering 5 6...0 6
Samuel Barlow (breeder), large handsome flower of a rich mahogany-brown 10 6...1 o
,, ,, (flamed and feathered), handsomely marked glowing scarlet-crimson
on a glittering golden ground, flower of perfect form 10 6 ..I o
„ „ (flamed* and feathered), an extra finely marked strain of the
above — • ••! 6
Sir Joseph Paxton, flamed and feathered maroon on a lemon-coloured ground, hand-
some 5 6...0 6
Sulphur, flamed and feathered mahogany-brown on a yellow ground, delightfully fragrant 4 6...0 5
Talisman (flamed and feathered), having violet-black markings on a snowy white
ground, very striking and handsome 7 6...0 8
,, ( flamed and feathered ), an extra finely marked strain of the above 15 0...1 6
Triomphe Royale, flamed and feathered deep rose on a pure white ground, beautiful 4 6...0 5
Wedding Coat, feathered black on a dazzling white ground, very striking — ...1 6
A full descriptive list of English Florist Tulips can be had on application.
BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covent Garden, London. 89
VALLOTA purpurea (The Scarborough Lily), a most valuable Autumn-flowering cool i. d
greenhouse plant, producing on stout stems umbels of 5 or more large brilliant scarlet flowers
which open in succession, thus remaining decorative a long time. It may be planted out of
doors in May, and when in bud potted up for greenhouse or sitting-room decoration.
Established in pots, per doz. 21/-, 30/- & 42/- ; each 2/6, 3/6 & 4 6
VELTHEIMIA viri difolia, a very handsome and characteristic plant for cool greenhouse,
having elegantly undulated glaucous green foliage, and producing from February to March
elegant heads of Lachenalia-like flowers, colour rose and green on handsome purplish stems,
lit. I J ft per doz. 15/- 1 6
x WATSON IA, very ornamental and showy bulbous plants, which may be grown in pots for the
cool greenhouse or be planted outdoors in a warm sunny situation, plenty of water being
given while in growth.
Ardernei, bearing elegant spikes, 2) ft. to 3 ft. high, of beautiful large snowy white flowers
in Summer ; a lovely plant for pots in cool greenhouse, or for sunny warm situations out of
doors, where it can be given an abundance of water while in growth per doz. 10/6 1 o
COCCinea, bearing in Summer handsome spikes of bloom of a gorgeous vermilion colour, on
a reddish brown stem, lit. I ft per too, 15 /- ; per doz. 2/3 o 3
rosea, bearing elegant spikes of beautiful bell-shaped rose-coloured flowers, ht. 2 ft. ,, 10/6 1 o
WINTER ACONITE, its golden blossoms early in Spring are very beautiful, resting on emerald
green cushions of leaves, produce a charming effect in February, especially when associated
with Snowdrops, Early Scillas, Chionodoxas, Anemone fulgens, Anemone apennina, etc.
Under trees and in moist situations, where few other plants will thrive, the Winter
Aconite luxuriates, and densely clothes the ground with its bright green foliage long after
the flowers have disappeared. It is a good useful plant to naturalise in grass, etc.
Good /lowering roots ... per 1000, 15/6 ; per too, 1/8 —
Extra strong roots ... ,, 21/ ; ,, 2/3 —
WOOD ACONITE, new species, from Asia Minor. See Eranthis cilicica, page 26.
WOOD HYACINTHS. See Scilla, page 68.
x ZEPHYRANTHES (syn. Amaryllis). These Swamp Lilies are a beautiful family of bulbous
plants ; all except Candida requiring greenhouse culture, or they may be grown in a sunny
well-drained situation against a south wall in a deep loamy soil ; as pot-plants (severe 1
bulbs in a pot) they are charming.
Andersoni (syn. Habranthus) — the Golden Zephyr Flower — bearing in late summer
handsome little brownish red flowers with golden interior, ht. 5 ft., per 100, 4/6 ; per doz. 8 d. —
atamasco, bearing from August to September large pure white flowers, nearly 3 in. long
and 2j in. across, with yellow stamens, ht. J ft per doz. 5/6 o 6
Candida (The Flower of the West Wind), a fine hardy bulb producing a profusion of
white Crocus-like flowers in Autumn, ht. 8 in. ; valuable for edgings, masses, etc.
per tooo, 35/-; per 100, 4/- ; per doz. -/7 —
carinata, large handsome flowers measuring 3 inches across, of a beautiful delicate rose
colour, ht. 8 in., late Summer-flowering per 100, 42/- ; per doz. 5/6 o 6
rosea, a charming little species, bearing from August to September flowers of a soft bright
rose with golden anthers, ht. 6 in per too, 30/- ; per doz. 4/- o 5
verecunda, rosy white flowers from Aug. to Sept., ht. 5 ft ,, 5/6; ,, -/io —
FRUIT TREES.
Specially selected strong healthy Trees. Plant November to March.
Customers may select their
Fine Trained
Untrained
Fine Trained
Untrained
Fine Trained
own varieties or leave
Trees.
Trees.
Trees.
Trees.
Trees.
Trees.
the selection to us.
Standards.
Standards.
Dwarfs.
Dwarfs.
Pyramids.
Cordons.
Apples
2/6
3/6
2/6
3/6 & 5/6
2/6
Apricots
10/6
3/6
5/6 & 7/6
2/6
—
Cherries
5/6 & 7/6
2/6
3/6
1/6
3/6
—
Damsons
2/6
2/6
Medlars
2/6
1/6
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Mulberries
7/6
7/6 & 10/6
3/6
Nectarines
10/6
3/6
5/6 & 7/6
2/6
—
—
Peaches
10/6
3/6
S/6 & 7/6
2/6
—
—
Pears
5/6 & 7/6
2/6 & 3/6
3/6 & 5/6
2/6
3/6
2/6
Plums
5/6 & 7/6
2/6
3/6 & 5/-
i/e
3/6 & 5/-
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Quinces
—
2/6
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—
—
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Walnuts
—
3/6
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Detailed List of Fruit Trees can be had on application.
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
FRUIT TREES, ETC .—continued.
s. a
Barberry (Red-fruited) each o 6
Blackberries, best American fruiting
varieties, to name per doz., 9/- ; each 1 o
Cranberries, the American and the
Common Variety each 1 o
Currants, best named sorts,
per doz., 4/- to 6 o
Figs, strong plants in pots each 2/6 to 5 o
Gooseberries, best named sorts,
per doz., 4/- to 6 o
Grape Vines, strong planting canes,
each 3/6 to 5 0
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Grape Vines, Extra Strong Fruiting
Canes ..each 7/6 & 10 6
Japanese Wineberry,
per doz., 9/- to 12 /-, each 1/- to 1 3
Loganberry, a lovely hybrid between
the Raspberry and Blackberry, strong
plants . ..per doz., 12/- & iS/- ; each 1/3 & 1 9
Nuts (Cob or Filbert) ...per doz. 9/- to 12 o
Raspberries, best sorts, strong canes,
per 100, 16/- ; per doz. 3 o
Strawberry-Raspberry each 1 6
BARR’S SELECT LIST OF STRAWBERRIES.
We have made a careful selection, as offered below, of the very best and most distinct varieties of
Strawberries, and feel confident that they will give the greatest satisfaction. For forcing, President, Royal
Sovereign, and Vicomtesse Iiiricart 1 ic Thury should be used.
Well-rooted Runners, supplied from August. Less quantities than 50 are charged at a little higher rate.
EARLY. per ioo— f. d
Royal Sovereign, a grand variety both for forcing and open-air culture, bearing very large
handsome conical-shaped fruit of luscious flavour, flesh firm and white, continuous cropper ... 3 6
Vicomtesse H 4 ricart de Thury, a great and continuous cropper, fruit of medium size,
rich in flavour, and valuable for preserving, a good early forcer 4 6
FOR MAIN CROP.
British Queen, very large, of exquisite flavour, requires good cultivation in heavy soil 6 6
Countess, very handsome dark crimson fruit of extra fine flavour, moderate cropper 6 6
Dr. Hogg, large and handsome, one of the best flavoured Strawberries in cultivation, requires
good culture and likes a heavy soil 6 6
Fillbasket ( Laxton's ), handsome bright-red pointed fruit of fine flavour, free bearer 6 6
Kitley’s Goliath, a grand successional bearer, fruit with tender flesh of fine sugary pine flavour 4 6
Louis Gauthier, a fine new variety, producing an enormous crop of pale pink fruit of
pleasant pine flavour ; the new runners, if slopped beyond the first stolon and left undisturbed,
produce a second crop of fruit in autumn 6 6
President, large and handsome, of richest pine flavour, heavy cropper, and valuable for general
garden and main crop forcing ; it retains its flavour and carries well 5 6
Reward (new), one of the best main crop varieties, resembling rather British Queen, with
very large wedge-shaped fruit, of firm flesh and bright colour per doz. 3/- 20 o
Sir Charles Napier, large and prolific, of refreshing flavour, carries well, prefers a light
soil ; plant 2 ft. apart 3 6
Sir Joseph Paxton, handsome solid fruit of delicate flavour, very prolific, a favourite
market variety, as it is hardy and travels well 3 6
The Bedford, bearing a good crop of handsome round fruit of finest flavour per doz. 2/- 12 o
LATE.
Filbert Pine, a fine late variety producing a heavy crop of orange-red fruit, of rich brisk
flavour ; a robust grower, and good for light soils 4 6
Frogmore Late Pine, fruit large, of extra fine pine flavour, a connoisseur's fruit; it requires
good cultivation, and should be grown under a north aspect 6 6
Givon’s Late Prolific, the finest late Strawberry, bearing a heavy crop of very large dark
red fruit, firm and of rich brisk flavour 6 6
Queen of Denmark, a valuable late variety, bearing dark mulberry-red small fruit of rich
aromatic flavour, good sturdy grower 6 6
VERY LATE.
Eleanor, a fine free-growing large variety, producing enormous successional crops 4 6
Waterloo, very large dark fruit, conical in shape, valuable for dessert ; it carries well, and may
be forced as a last crop 6 6
Laxton’s Latest (new), a grand variety with enormous fruit of a fine deep crimson, after
Waterloo but having a richer pine flavour per doz. 3/- 20 o
President Loubet (new), a seedling from Waterloo with very large fruit of rich pine
flavour per doz. 1/6 10 o
Strawberry Plants in Small Pots.
To fruit first season outdoors or for shifting into large pots for forcing ...per 100, 17/6 ; per doz. 2/6
TRUE ALPINE AUTUMNAL STRAWBERRIES. Well-rooted Runners.
In growing these for Autumn cropping, remove the Spring blossoms in order to induce the plants to
make runners, as these last produce the best fruit. IVe enumerate three of the best varieties. pcr too _ s d
' Belle de Meaux, producing large red berries of rich flavour .r 4 o
Bergeri, fruit rich crimson, free bearer 4 o
Millet (new), a fine variety, the fruit, as exhibited in France, measuring 2^ in. long, vigorous
grower 5 0
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NEW HYBRID PERPETUAL-FRUITING STRAWBERRIES.
These valuable hybrid Strawberries commence fruiting in Summer, and continue producing until frost
sets in. If grown in pots and removed indoors early in September the plants fruit freely till late in
Autumn. Feed the plants freely during dry weather. er loa _ s d
St. Antoine de Padoue, the largest fruited of these hybrid strawberries, bearing globular
bright red fruit of fine flavour ; the most vigorous grower. Award ok Merit R. II. S 6 6
Saint Joseph, a most productive variety, fruit of medium size, flesh red, very sweet and melting
and rich in flavour. Award op Merit R.H.S 5 6
ROSES FOR AUTUMN PLANTING.
Selected Standards and Halt-Standards, finest named sorts, our selection, d
including Teas, Hybrid Teas, and Hybrid Perpetuals per doz. 21/-, 25/- & 30 o
,, Dwarfs or Bush Roses, finest named sorts, for beds and borders, including
Teas, Hybrid Teas, and H.P.’s, our selection per doz. 9/-, 12/- & 18 o
,, Climbing Roses, in named varieties per doz. 12/- & 15 o
>> „ >> ,, „ extra strong plants, each 2/6, 3/6 & 5/6
Tea-scented Roses in Pots „ per doz. 15/-, 21/- & 30 o
>> >. >• 1, ,, extra strong for forcing, per doz. 30/- & 42 o
Crimson Rambler, a most robust-growing Polyantha Rose, producing dense masses of
small double bright crimson flowers in large trusses during Summer ; very hardy and in-
valuable for arbours, pillars, arches, etc., but not recommended for walls. Do not prune in
Spring, but early in Autumn remove all weak and very old wood, and thin out the growth
to three or four, leaving only the strongest shoots each 1/6; extra strong 2 6
A Select List of the best Climbing Roses will be found in our Hardy Plant Catalogue.
USEFUL TOOLS FOR BULB PLANTING, Etc.
Barr’s Special Bulb Planter (Rcgd. 368338) specially designed for planting bulbs in
grass. At every operation it lifts a clean circular little sod of grass, which is released from the
cup when the second hole is made, and lies ready at hand to fill in the holes when the bulbs have
been put in. A time must be chosen for planting when
Rd. 368338 [| the ground has become softened after early Autumn rains
and not when in a hard and baked condition, as it is then
impossible to use this, or indeed any other, tool with
success. By the use of Barr’s Special Bulb Planter
a large quantity of bulbs may be planted in a very
short time, and without the least disturbance of the sward. The length of the tool is 38 inches over
all, weight about 33 lbs. The cup is manufactured from high-class hardened steel and always carries
BARRS BULB PLANTER.
a keen cutting-edge.
Supplied in 3 sizes of cup
-To cut out a circular hole 2 inches diameter)
.. ,, 2 \ „ „ rlO/6 each.
We shall send the medium size (2J in.) if no instructions to the contrary are given.
Barr’s Special Bulb Dibber (Regd.
468878), specially designed for dibbling bulbs into
borders, etc. ; steel shod, with strong iron tread
and cross wooden handle ; a good strong heavy
tool, weight about 6| lbs., length 36 inches over
all. 9/6 each.
Barr’s Special Bulb Trowel, made of best steel,
specially designed for lifting and planting bulbs, etc. It
will be found of great value for general garden purposes,
and far in advance of the old-fashioned trowel. 2/9 each.
Garden Trowel, solid cast steel, finest quality, 5 in., 1/2 ; 6 in., 1/3 ; 7 in., 1/6 each.
,, ,, riveted steel, good quality, 5 in., 6 d . ; 6 in., 7 d . ; 7 in., 9 d.
Fern Trowel, bright steel, best English make, 2/- each.
M „ „ ,, ,, with leather sheath, 2/9 each,
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BARR’S GENERAL BULB CATALOGUE, Autumn, 1906.
SET OF LADIES’ GARDEN TOOLS (Parkes' best quality), Containing : —
Solid cast steel Spade, 5.V in. by 9 in. ; cast steel Fork, 4 pronged ; light American-
pattern Rake, 8 teeth, well-handled ; Draw Hoe, cast steel, well-handled, 6 in. ; 12/6 per set.
For a fuller list of Tools and other Garden Requisites, see Barr’s Seed Guide, free on
application.
BARR’S
SPECIAL METAL LABELS FOR BULBS, Etc.
With Raised Lettering.
No. 1, with solid metal shank, about 9 inches long. We
specially recommend this for beds and borders. 4 d. each.
No. 2, with stout wire stem, 6 or 9 inches long ; specially
suitable for pots, etc. (in ordering please state whether a short or
long stem is required). 3 d. each.
®aT The above prices include the stamping of any name
required.
These labels are only made to order. The time taken to execute
an order is generally from 2 to 3 weeks.
Labels, Wooden, for pots, etc., painted white, superior quality, packed in boxes of 100 each.
per 100, 4 in., 8 d. ; 5 in., 10 d. i 6 in., 1/- ; 7 in., 1/3 ; 8 in., 1/6; 9 in., 2/- ; 12 in., 3/-
<t ,, for suspending, painted white, superior quality, 4 in., per 100, 9 d . ; 6 in., per 100, 1/-
„ very stout, best yellow deal, planed and pointed, tarred bottoms 14 in. long, ijin.
wide, 5 inch thick, same as we use at our own Bulb Nurseries, painted with ordinary white paint, using
raw linseed oil, and written on while paint is wet with Wolff’s indelible ink pencil, will last 3 to 4
years, per 100, 14/6 ; per doz. 2/-.
For Metallic Garden Labels, New “Ideal” Metallic Labels, etc., see Barr’s Seed Guide.
HYACINTH GLASSES, Plain colours, 6 d., 8 d., 10 d., 1/-, to 1/6 each; per doz. 5/6, 7/6, 9/6, 11/6,
to 16/6. In Fancy Designs, very choice, 2/6, 3/6, 4/6, to 10/6 each.
„ Wire Supports (brass), 4/6 per doz.
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MANURES, SOILS, COCOA FIBRE, etc.
Barr’s Phytobroma- The best Manure for Daffodils, Hyacinths, Tulips, etc. It should be
mixed with the soil below the bulbs at planting time at the rate of 4 cwt. to the acre, or i-| oz. to the
square yard, and in spring, when the bulbs are showing above ground, a lop-dressing may be given of
3 oz. to the square yard. For Pots, mix Phytobroma with the soil, to be used at the rate of 1 lb. to
the bushel, and in Spring, when growth is showing, top-dress once a fortnight, using a small teaspoon-
ful and well mixing with surface soil. 2-lb. tin, 1/- ; 7 lb. 2/6; 14 lb. 4/6; 28 lb. 7/6 ; 56 lb. 12/6 ;
1 cwt. 20/-.
Basic Slag, per cwt. 10/6 ; per 7 lb. 1/-.
Bone Meal (Genuine fine Crushed Bones), best quality, per cwt. 14/-; per 7 lb. 1/3.
Sulphate of Potash, per cwt. 21/- ; per 7 lb. 1/9.
Clay’s Fertiliser, a well-known effective manure, confidently recommended. Tins 6 d., 1/-, and 2/6
each ; in bags, 7 lb., 2/6 ; 14 lb., 4/6 ; 28 lb., 7/6 ; £-cwt., 12/- ; 1 cwt., 20/-.
Ichthemic Guano, 7 lb., 2/6; 14 lb., 4/6; 28 lb., 7/6; 56 lb., 12/6; 1 cwt., 20/- (bags free).
Sample tins, 6 d. and 1/-.
Standen’s Gardeners’ and Amateurs’ Manure, in tins, 6 d., 1 /-, 2/6 and 5/6 ; in bags,
28 lb., 10/6 ; 56 lb., 18/- ; I cwt., 32/-.
Thomson’s Vine and Plant Manure, 1 lb., 1/- ; 3 lb., 2/-; 7 lb., 3/6; per J-cwt., 6/- ;
i-ewt., 10/- ; 1 cwt. 20/-.
Barr’s Specially Prepared Fertilised Fibre and Charcoal Mixture for growing
Bulbs in Bowls, Jardinets, Glasses, etc. Specially recommended for Hyacinths grown in glasses :
fill the glasses with the preparation, and add water till no more can be absorbed. Place the bulb
so as to rest the base on the preparation, and tie it down with brown paper, leaving an opening in
the centre of the paper for the shoot. When the bulb has well rooted the paper may be removed ;
care must be taken that the material in the glass is kept wet. The same remarks apply to bulbs
grown in bowls, etc.: they must be kept in place till they have rooted. 3/6 per bushel; 1/- per
peck.
Jadoo Fibre, cleanly to use, very light, for growing plants and bulbs in hanging baskets, jardinets,
etc. Full particulars on application. Per peck, 1/- ; per bushel, 3/6; per 3 bushels, 8/-.
Loam, Peat, Leaf Soil, Silver Sand, each, per bushel, 2/6.
Barr’s Specially Prepared Potting Soil, containing a suitable quantity of Phytobroma,
per bushel, 2/6.
Cocoa Fibre, superior quality, 1/3 per bushel ; 4 bushels for 4/6.
Small Pebbles and Charcoal, suitable for growing Hyacinths, etc., in bowls and vases
without drainage, 6 d. per quart ; 3/6 per peck.
gaT For a fuller List of Garden Requisites, see BARR’S SEED GUIDE, free on application.
Uaxcll, Watson <Sr yin^y, Ld., London and Aylesbury
Special Notices and Terms of Business.
FREE CARRIAGE OF BULBS.
All Orders for Bulbs to value and upwards sent Carriage Paid to any Railway
Station in the United Kingdom.
Prepaid Orders for Bulbs to value tor. and upwards sent Carriage Paid to any Railway
Station in the United Kingdom.
5% Cash Discount on Bulb Orders of 20s. and upwards. Is. in the £ discount
is alluwecl fur Cush with Order (v\iih exception of the special Collections offered on page 3, which are
strictly net/), and this may either be deducted by the Customer when remitting, or a liberal ecpiivalent
in goods will be added to the Order. The same discount may also he deducted from all Bull) accounts
of 2or. and upwards when paid within 14 days from date of invoice (excepting Collections on
page 3, which are strictly nett).
Terms of Credit.— Our books are made up at Christmas and Midsummer, when all accounts are
due nett.
Orders. — We shall esteem it a favour if our Customers will kindly use the Order Sheet that accompanies
this Catalogue, and be particular to fill in the full postal and rail address ; sometimes Orders reach us
without either name or address, and it is impossible to trace the senders.
Remittances. Money Orders and Postal Orders should be made payable at Bedford Street Post
Office ; these and all Cheques should be crossed “ London and County Bank.” Small amounts may
be remitted in Postage Stamps or Coin, in a Registered Letter.
Packages. — Boxes, Bags, etc , are charged at cost price, but these may be deducted from our account
if retun ed Carriage Paid within a fortnight. Returned empties should have the sender's name on the
addn ss label for identification, and an advice sent by post, stating date of despatch and name of Railwa v Co.
Catalogues. Our Seed Guide is published in January, Descriptive Catalogue of Bulbs and
Tubers for Winter and Spring Planting in January, Hardy Plant Catalogue 1st of March,
Daffodil an 1 General Bulb Catalogues in August. We arc always pleased to forward any of these
Catalogues, free of charge, to fiends of our Customers on receipt of a line requesting us to do so.
Nurseries, Surbiton. — Our Nurseries are situated near to Surbiton Station (London and South-
Western Railway'. Visitors are invited during March, April, and May to see our magnificent
Collections of Daffodils and Tulips in flower ; and during Summer and Autumn to see our collection
of Herbaceous Plants and Alpines, and many rare and beautiful Bulbous Plants. Cabs arc always to
be had at Surbiton Station.
Gardeners. — We keep a special Register of Gardeners in want of situations, and shall be pleased to
put such in communication with any of our Customers requiring Head Gardeners.
Notices to our Foreign and Colonial Correspondents.
Prepayment necessary. —Owing to the difficulty of collecting accounts abroad, we beg that Customers
will kindly enclose with their Orders a remittance, a draft , or an “order to pay,” on a London Hank,
or Agent ; the remittance should be sufficient to cover cost of carriage when the height is required to
be -paid in advance.
Cash Discount 5%. — In the case of Prepaid Orders we allow a discount of is. in the £ from the amount
of Seeds or Bulbs ordered, which may either he deducted by the Customer when remitting, or
if this is not done, a liberal equivalent in goods will be added to the order.
Carriage.— No allowance for Carriage can he made in the case of Foreign Orders ; the extra attention
necessary precludes any kind of allowance in this respect.
Parcel Post Rates. AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH : 6d. per lb. (ij. for the first lb.).
NEW ZEALAND : under 3 lb. is. ; 7 lb. 2 s. ; 11 lb. 3.?. TASMANIA : 6d. per lb. (ij. first lb.).
CAPE COLONY and NATAL: gd. per lb. TRANSVAAL: ij. per lb.
INDIA : 3 lb. for ij. ; 7 lb. for 2j. ; 1 1 lb. for y. J APAN : 3 lb. ij. I0(/. ; 7 lb. 3J. 6d ; 1 1 lb. y. 2d.
CANADA : 6d. per lb. (8 d. for the first lb.). CHINA : 3 lb. is. ; 7 lb. 2 j. ; n lb. y.
UNITED STATES of Ameiica {Official Sendee) : 2j. for each parcel not exceeding 4 lb. 6 oz. in weight.
1 1 'e recommend the Parcel Post to be used where possible , parcels thus sent being delivered at the Customer's
house quicker , and without shipping agents' additional charges.
Shipping, etc.— In Shipping Bulbs and Plants to Australia, New Zealand, America, India, and
the Cape, we exercise great care in selecting, preparing, and properly packing the same. Still there
are so many contingencies that we cannot, in any way. hold ourselves responsible for the condition
in which Plants or Bulbs reach their destination. Our Cus outers wilt confer a favour if they report
on arnval , the condition of the goods. Our experience in successfully preparing and shipping Seeds ,
Bulbs , and Plants to India and the Colonies extends over a long period.
BARR & SONS, 11, 12 & 13 King Street, Covcnt Garden, London.
r . BARR &, SONS’ LONDON OFFICES AND WAREHOUSE.
Barr & Sons, 11, 12 & 13 King St., Covent Garden, London.
„y. ■ " NURSERIES Surbiton, Surrey.
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