1892
BARR’S
HYACINTHS,
NARCISSI,
JONQUILS,
TULIPS,
CROCUSES,
SNOWDROPS,
WINTER ACONITES,
CHIONODOXAS,
SNOWFLAKES,
SCILLAS,
PUSCHKINIA,
MUSCARIS,
LILIES OF THE VALLEY,
DIELYTRAS,
SPIR/EAS,
IRISES,
IXIAS,
SPARAXIS,
TRITONIAS,
BARI AN AS,
RANUNCULUS,
ANEMONES,
CYCLAMEN,
HYACINTHUS CANDICANS,
GLADIOLI,
AMARYLLIS,
CAPE, CALIFORNIAN BULBS, Ac., Ac., Ac.
IBUIT TKEES, STRAWBERRY PLANTS, BRASS SEEDS, BARDEN REQUISITES, INSECTICIDES, MANURES, ETC.
BARR & NOV,
12 A 13 King' Street, Covent Garden, London,
AND
Nurseries, LONG DITTON, SURREY
(Surbiton Station, S.W. Railway).
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FRUIT TREES.
Fine strong healthy selected plants, ready November to March. Early orders solicited.
Fine Trained
Untrained j Fine Trained
Untrained
Fine Trained
Trees.
Trees. | Trees.
T recs.
Trees.
Standards.
Standards, 1 Dwarfs.
Dwarfs.
Pyramids.
j. d. 3. d.
j. d. s. d. s. d. s. d.
s. d. s. d.
s. d. s. d.
Apples
26 to 36 1 36 to 76
2 6 to 3 6
36 to s 6
Apricots
12 6 to 15 0
36,, 56 46,, 76
2 6 ,, 36
Cherries
76 ,, 10 6
2 6 ,, 36 ! 36,, 56
2 6
36 to K 6
Nectarines
12 6 ,, 15 0
3 6 ,, s 6 5 6 ,, 10 6
3 6
Peaches
12 6 ,, 15 0
36 „ 56 5 6 ,, 10 6
2 6 to 36
Pears
76 ,, 13 6
3 6 ,, s 6 4 6 ,, T 6
26,, 36
36 to 7 6
Plums
76 ,, 10 6
26,, 36 46 ,, 76
2 6
36.. 7 6
s. d.
s. a.
s. d. s. d.
Currants per doz.
Gooseberries
6 to
6 ,,
Mulberries (Standards) each ^ 6„ 10
Nuts, Cob per doz. 10 6 „ 15
Nuts, Filbert . per doz. 10 6 to 15 o
Raspberries per doz. 3/6 to s/6, per 100 21 0050 o
GrapeVines, Sirong Planting Canes ...each 5/6 & 7,6
,, Extra-Strong Fruiting Canes, ea. 10/6 to 15/-
SGg~ For other Fruit trees , etc., prices can be had of any special kinds, on application,
A SELECT LIST OF STRAWBERRIES.
WELLROOTED RUNNERS.
We have made a careful selection of the very best and most distinct varieties of Strawberries, and recom-
mend all of them, feeling confident they will give the greatest satisfaction ; other sorts can also be had .
Less quantities than 50 of a sort will be charged at a little higher rate .
per 100 s. d.
Blcton White Pine, large and heavy cropper ... 4 6
British Queen, very large, exquisite flavour 6 6
Dr. Hogg, large and handsome, very delicious
sweet flavour 6 6
Eleanor, an excellent large late variety 4 6
Elton Pine, good cropper, late, a fine variety for
preserving 3 6
James Veitch, very large and early 4 6
Keen s Seedling, rich flavour, early 3 6
King of Earlies (Laxton), small, of delicious
flavour, earliest of all 4 6
Laxton’s Nohle (new), very large and early,
of superior flavour and heavy cropper 5
per 100 s. d.
Laxton's Jubilee (new), first-class late variety,
of fine pineapple flavour 5 6
Pauline, very early, great cropper 5 6
President, large and handsome, great cropper,
rich flavour 5 6
Sir Chas. Napier, large, heavy bearer, late ... 4 6
Sir J. Paxton, an excellent early variety 3 6
The Countess, a fine variety of good flavour ... 6 6
The Kimberley, rich flavour, late 5 6
Vicomtesse Hericart de Thury, very early
and hardy, great cropper 4 6
Waterloo, very large and late 0 6
&3T Strawberry Plants, in Small Pots, 1 8/- to 25/- per 100 ; per doz., 3/6 and 4/6.
BARR’S “PURE” GRASS SEEDS
Produce Beautiful Lawns, Tennis and Cricket Grounds, Public Parks,
Pleasure Grounds, etc.
Renovate Lawns, etc., in September, after the wear and tear of Summer.
The following mixtures of Grass Seeds ore nil thoroughly cleoued, and cannot foil to give the greatest satis-
faction. There is neither Clover nor coarse grosses in the mixtures.
To ensure a fine lawn, free from weeds and coarse grasses, it is most important that the soil to he sown should be
quite clean, that is, free from the seeds of objectionable plants, and the grass seeds used should consist solely of the
line-leaved dwarf-growing grasses.
In sowing grass seeds always take advantage of rainy or damp weather, and after sowiDg, give a slight covering
of clean finely-riddled soil ; this, followed by rolling, will ensure a successful vegetation, and if the grass is frequently
mowed and constantly rolled, a fine smooth lawn will be the reward.
No. 1. Thames Embankment Lawn Grasses. This special mixture has been very successful on the Thames
Embankment, nnd the various public and private parks and squures around London. It is well adapted for
renovating or forming new pleasure grounds. Ornamental Parks, People's Parks, etc., in large towns, and
for enclosures, such as Squares, in and about London, and other populous cities. Per lb., 1/3; per 10 lbs.,
12/ ; per 20 lbs., 22/0 ; per 50 lbs. and upwards, at the rate of 1/1 per lb.
No. 2. Fine Lawn Grass Mixture for Improvirg Old Lawns or Laying Down New Ones, Croquet Grounds
and Bowling Greens. In this mixture there is a larger quantity of small grasses than in No. 1, per
lb., 1/4 ; per 10 lbs., 12/9 ; per 20 lbs., 24/0 ; per 50 lbs. and upwards, 1/2 per lb.
No. 3. Extra Fine Lawn Grass Mixture for Improving Old Lawns, or Laying Down New Ones, Croquet
Grounds, and Bowling Greens. This is a specially tine mixture of dwarf growing grasses only, which
make a finer, closer, and smoother turf, and docs not. require to he so often mowed as Nos. 1 and 2 ; it is
specially adapted for select lawns. 1/8 per lb.; per 10 lbs., 15/6; per 20 lbs., 30/; per 06 lbs. and upwards
1/5 per lb.
No. 4. Hunter’s New Mixture of Dwarf Growing Grasses. Specially recommended, when an extra fine, smooth
lawn is required; the grasses are of the finest leaved kinds, and dwarfest growers, so that in using this seed
a great saving is effected in mowing, besides having a perfect lawn. Per lb. , 2/ ; per 10 lbs., 19/; per 20 lbs.,
37/ ; per 50 lbs. and upwards, 1/9 per lb.
Dutch Clover, Finest White. If Clover is desired, it may be added to the Grass Seeds, at the rate of 3 to 41bs. per
acre. Per lb. 1/6.
HOW TO DESTROY WEEDS ON LAWNS.
WATSONS WEED-DESTROYING LAWN-SAND will Rill daisies, dandelions, plantains, etc., on Lawns,
Croquet Grounds, etc., and is also a good fertilizer for the grass. Fuller particulars will he sent on
application. Price for sample canister, 2/0 and 5/6 ; per \ cwt. 9 0 ; $ cwt., 18/ ; 1 cwt., 34/.
The Best Fungicide, and most Easily Applied.
TAIT AND BUCHANAN’S ANTI-BLIGHT POWDER, in 1/, 2/9, 5/6, 10/6, and 18/ Canisters.
Telegraphic Address—
BARR, Co vent Garden, London.
1892.
5 S
DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE
OF
HYACINTHS,
Amaryllis , page 25.
Anemones, page 21.
Babianas, page 21.
Begonias, page 28.
Chionodoxas, page 15.
Colchicums, page 29.
Crocuses, page 13.
Crown Imperials, page 29.
Cyclamen, /ogf 23.
Dielytras, page 17.
Gladioli, page 24.
■Hyacinthus candicans, /. 23.
ai.so
Irises, page 17.
Ixias , page 20.
donquils, page 10.
Lachenalias, page 31.
Lilies, page 26.
Lilies of the Valley, page 17.
Morphixias, page 20.
Muscaris, page 16.
Narcissi, Bunch-flowered,
page 10.
Ornithogalums, page 32.
Puschkinia, page 16.
Ranunculus, page 21.
Scillas, page 16.
Snowdrops, pages 14 and 15
Snowflakes, page 15.
Sparaxis, page 2a
Spiraeas, page 17.
Tigridias , page 26.
T ritonias, page 20.
Tropaeolums, page 32.
Tuberoses, page 27.
Tulips , page ti.
Winter Aconites, page 16.
[ Wood Hyacinths, 16.
and Store, Bulbous and Tuberous-
ALSO
A Selection of Beautiful and Rare Hardy, Cape-Pit, Greenhouse,
Rooted Plants, for all Seasons.
Refer to DAFFODIL CATALOGUE (free on application)
For Barr’s Specialty Collections of DAFFODILS, Large and Small Flag Irises, Peonies,
Plantain Lilies, Christmas and Lenten Roses, Lilies, Michaelmas Daisies, Perennial
Phloxes, Perennial Sunflowers, Day Lilies, Delphiniums, and Hardy Pyrethrums : also
■a list of a few good Hardy Climbers.
CONTENTS.
Part II,— Beautiful and Bare Bullions and Tuberous-rooted Plants
for all Seasons.
PA (IE
Abobra 27
Achimenes 27
Agnpantlius 27
Albucas 27
Alliums 27
Alstroemerias ... 27
Ainorpkopliallus 28
Anonmtheca 28
Antkolyza 28
Apios 28
Arums 28
Begonias 28
Bessera 28
Bloomeria 28
Bobartia 28
Bomareas 28
Boussingaultiu... 28
Bravoa 28
Broditeas 28
PAGE
Bruusvigias 28
Bulbocodiuin ... 28
Buphanes 28
Caladiums 28
Calliprora 28
Calochorti 28
Camassias 28
Ohlidautbus 28
Clivia 29
Colchicums 29
Commelinus 29
Cory dal ises 29
Crinums 29
Crocosmia 29
Crown Imperials 29
Cummiugm 29
Cyclobothra 29
Cypella 29
Cyrfcanthuses ... 29
PAGE
Dahlias 29
Dietes 29
Erythroniums ... 29
Eucharis 30
Eucomises 30
Ferraria 30
Freesias 30
Fritillarias 30
Geissorhiza 30
Gelasine ..* 30
Geranium 30
Gesueras and
Tydteas 30
Gloriosas 30
Gloxinias 30
Hoeinanthuses ... 30
Hedychiums 30
Hippeastrum ... 31
Homerias 31
PAGE
Hyacinthu 8 es ... 31
Hymenocallis ... 31
Imantopkyllums 31
Ismene 31
Ixiolirion 31
Lachenalias 31
Littonia 31
Lycorises 31
Mnlvastrum 31
Millas 31
Montbretias 31
Nemastylis 31
Nerines 32
Ophrys & Orchis 32
Ornithogalums.. 32
Pancratiums 32
Pardauthus 32
Pentlaudia 32
Pluedranassas ... 82
PAGE
Polygonatum ... 32
Ranunculus 32
Richardias( Lilies
of the Nile) ... 32
Rigidella 32
Romulea 32
Sauguinaria 32
Sekizostylis 32
Solomon's Seal.. 32
Sparaxis 32
Star of Hethlehera
lOrnithogalum) 32
Stonomesson ... 32
Tecophyltca 32
Triteleia (Milla) 31
Tropteolums 32
Urceoliua 33
Watsonias 38
Zephyranthes ... 33
(SUP” Barr’s “ Pure” Grass Seeds for producing Beautiful Lawns, Sow September, Opposite page.
A Few Specialties, page 3. Cheap Bulbs and Plants, page 4.
Collections of Bulbs, pages 4 and 5 . Fruit Trees, Opposite page.
Strawberry Plants, Opposite page. Garden Requisites — Manures, Soils, etc., etc., page 33.
BARR & SON,
12 & 13 KING STREET, COVENT GARDEN, LONDON.
ENTERED AT STATIONERS’ HALL J
SPECIAL NOTICES.
I Quality.—' When the Bulbs in Holland are in flower, we annually make a professional visit to the
principal "bulb farms" to inspect the crops, and our supply of Dutch-grown bulbs is drawn from
the healthiest "stocks ” of the most reliable growers ; we can therefore recommend them with
the utmost confidence, and feel sure that if the bulbs receive proper cultural treatment they will give
great satisfaction. Simple and practical cultural directions head each family of plants in the
following pages.
II Experimental Grounds and Nursery, Long Dltton, a few minutes from Surbiton Station, S.W.R.
(close to the Surbiton New Recreation Grounds). Visitors at all seasons will find many things of
interest and beauty in Hardy Bulbs, Tubers and Herbaceous Perennial Plants. In spring the
brilliancy of the bulb fields surpasses description. From August to April one variety or another o.'
our unique collection of rare Species of Crocus may be seen in flower, and in September and October
there is a gay display of beautiful varieties of Meadow Saffrons.
III. Parcel Post.— We shall in all cases use the Parcel Post, when cheapest, and the articles admit of
being packed for safe transmission by " Parcel Post."
IV Carriage by Rail may be deducted at settlement of account, on orders for Bulbs to any Railway
Station in Great Britain, and to all ports on the Irish Coast (except goods coming under Clause N II.).
V Orders, paid in advance.— If it is necessary to send such by Rail, carriage will be prepaid, if requested,
or, if not requested, a liberal equivalent in goods will be added.
VI Returned Empties.— A small charge is made for these, and if returned within a fortnight, allowance
will be made for the same. Returned empties should invariably have the sender s name on the
address label for the identification of sender, and a notification be sent by post stating date of dispatch
and name of Railway Company, that we may see that the empty is duly received.
VII Fruit and Forest Trees, Shrubs, Plants in pots, Soils, Watson's Lawn Sand, Manures, Insecticides,
Barr's Cut Flower and Fruit Conveyance Boxes, Bafr's Improved Indoor Frames, Barrs Improved
I-Iydropult Garden Engines, etc.— on these we do not allow carriage.
VIII. Five per cent, may be deducted from accounts if paid within one month from date of invoice.
IX Post Office Orders and Postal Orders to be made payable at Post Office, Covent Garden, W. C. , or
any other Post Office, these and all cheques to be crossed, adding the words ' and Co., or by
preference '< London and County Bank." Small amounts in a Registered Letter may be remitted m
Postage Stamps or coin.
X Daffodil Catalogue. — The great importance now attached to Daffodils for forcing, and as cut flowers,
and for out-door decoration in beds, borders, and to naturalize in grass, has made it necessary to
devote a special Catalogue to these, to which we have added short lists from our well-known collec-
tions of Irises Paeonles— Double and Single, Christmas Roses, Lenten Roses, Lilies, Michaelmas
Daisies, Perennial Sunflowers, Phloxes, Day-Lilies, Plantaln-LUles, and a few other beautiful
Hardy Herbaceous Plants.
XI Our Collection of Daffodils has been described in the Journal of Horticulture of May 14th, 1891, as
“ A great national or International museum of Daffodils " : embracing not less than 500 species
and varieties. They are all perfectly hardy, remaining uninjured in the open ground, during the
most severe winters ; out of doors the different varieties maintain a succession of bloom from February
to end of May, and are more decorative and useful for cutting than any other hardy spring flowers.
Daffodils are valuable for pot-culture (three to five bulbs in a 4 or 5-inch pot), cultural treatment
and general management same as for the Hyacinth, to secure a constant succession of flowers from
early in January. For full particulars and special directions as to culture, see our Daffodil Catalogue,.
free on application.
XII ftST Naming Daffodils. — Cut specimens of Daffodils we undertake to name correctly at the charge of
6d. each, as. 6 d. per dozen, 151. per 100, to cover attendant expenses. Address all cut specimens for
naming, accompanied by a remittance, to our Nursery, Long Ditton, Kingston-on-Thames, .Surrey.
XIII Cut Daffodil Flowers. — When in bloom out-of-doors, cut specimens of New Daffodils, correctly named,
we forward post-paid at a low charge, thus offering a good opportunity to those who wish to extend
their knowledge of these lovely flowers of spring. Pees will be found under Special Notices, Daffodil
Catalogue.
XIV Medals, Certificates, &c.— The Royal Horticultural Society, for many years past have awarded to
us, for our Exhibitions of Beautiful New Daffodils, Gold Medals, S| lvek
numerous Votes of Thanks, and many First Class Certificates. At the Second Great Daffodil
Conference of the R.H.S., held from 15th to 18th April, 1890. our Grand Display of New Daffodils,
was awarded the Only Gold Medal. Many Medals, Prizes and Certificates, have also been
awarded to our Beautiful Hardy Daffodils by Royal Botanic Society, Crystal Palace
Company, Royal Aquarium Company, etc., at whose large London Spring Shows Barrs.
Daffodils are the great centre of attraction. Many Medals and Certificates have also been awarded
to our exhibits of herbaceous plants, etc.
Barr’s Prize Medals for Cat Daffodil Flowers, Spring, 1893, see Daffodil Catalogue .
NOTICES TO OUR FOREIGN AND COLONIAL CORRESPONDENTS.
XV To insure prompt attention, orders should be accompanied by a remittance, a draft, or an ' ‘ order to pay ,
on a London agent ; the remittance being sufficient to cover expense of cases, and also of carriage
when the freight is required to be paid in advance.
XVI. SEEDS AND BULBS can now be despatched in cases to India at the rate of 8d. per lb., through the
Indian Parcel Poet, or by " Express " at a lower rate.
XVII In shipping Bulbs and Plants to India and the Colonies, great care is exercised by us 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.
XVIII. Our experience in successfully preparing and shipping Seeds, Bulbs, and Plants to India and the
Colonies, extends over a long period.
\J3arr and Son,
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A FEW SPECIALTIES.
142 Barr's Beautiful Rainbow Mixture of Hyacinths, First Quality. A splendid mixture of Hyacinth 0 , s. a.
The colours are evenly blended, and include red, scarlet, purple, lavender, porcelain, azure-
blue, mauve, white, rose, blush, yellow, &c., very effective in flower beds and borders,
Fine large bulbs, per iod, 185. 6d ; per doz. 3 0
143 Narcissus Bulbocodium Graelsii, a very beautiful almost white Hoop Petticoat, very rare,
pot of 6 bulbs, 2/6 , pot of 12 bulbs, 4/6.
144 ,, Rupicola (syn. Apodanthus), a very distinct small species of N. J uncifolius, very rare,
pot of 6 bulbs 2/ ; pot of 12 bulbs, 3/5.
146 New Large -flowered Paper White Narcissus, “Early Snowflake, the trusses and blossoms
are much larger than the old Paper White, and it flowers earlier and freer, p. 100, ioj. 6d. ; p. doz. 1 6
146 Chinese Sacred, or Good Luck Lily, the “Jos Flower" or “ Flower of the Gods,” and “ Water Fairy
Flower” of China and Japan. A species of Polyanthus Narcissus of marvellously rapid growth,
and bearing a great abundance of bloom. It can be grown in bowls of water and pebbles, in any
sitting-room or greenhouse, and will flower in a few weeks. Cultural directions sent with all bulbs.
Large Imported Bulbs from Northern China, expected in December, per doz., io f . 6d. ; each 1 a-
Chinese Bowls and Pebbles supplied for growing the Sacred Lily in. See p. 10.
147 Chionodoxa Lucili® (the Glory of the Snow). The most beautiful of hardy spring flowers, making
charming edgings or masses in flower borders, colour deep azure-blue with clear snow-white centre ;
dwarf Selected extra large home-grown bulbs, per 100, 7 s. 6 d.\ per doz. 1 o
148 Chionodoxa Sardensis, intense true dark blue , with small glistening white centre; very dwarf.
Selected extra large home-grown bulbs, per 100, 8 s. 6 d. \ per doz. 1 3
149 Chionodoxa Gigantea (syn. grandiflora) , very distinct and beautiful species ; flowers soft lavender-
blue, with white centre, twice the size of C. Lucili®, and more open; dwarf and robust. First-
Class Certificate, R.H.S., 1891. Selected extra large home-grown bulbs, per 100, 15^; per doz. 2 3
160 Chionodoxa Alien! (new 1892), described by our collector as “ the finest of all the Chionodoxas,
resembling gigantea, but bearing larger and more flowers, some blooms measuring two inches
across, foliage broader and more massive,” collected bulbs, selected p. 100, 21s . ; p. doz. 3 o
161 Elwes’ Giant Snowdrop, the largest and most beautiful of single Snowdrops,
Very large Selected Bulbs, per ioo, 7s. 6d.\ per doz. 1 3
162 Puschkinia libanotica compacta, a first-class spring-flowering bulb, flowers white, deeply shaded
and striped blue, £ ft.; charming on rockworkand flower border, per 100, 12 s.6d.\ perdoz. 2 s. ; each o 3
163 Iris reticulata, Sweet-Scented, for Early-Forcing, 3 to 6 bulbs in a pot. The brilliant deep violet ,
golden-blotched flowers of this beautiful Iris may be had under glass in January, per doz. 8f. 6 d. ; each o 9
164 Hyacinthus candicans (the Great Snow-white Summer flowering Hyacinth ). Flower stem 3 to 6
feet, surmounted with 20 to 50 graceful pendant bell-shaped flowers, equally decorative for the
flower border and conservatory large selected bulbs, per 100, 10s. 6 d . ; per doz. 2 o
156 Anemone fulgens. The hardiest and most brilliant and graceful of all Winter and Spring-flowering
anemones, flowers rich dazzling scarlet, with black central boss,
Extra large roots, per 100, 12 s. 6d.; par doz. 1 9
156 Anemone fulgens annulata grandiflora, large brilliant scarlet, with white ring at base, and large
central black boss, foliage pale green perdoz. iof. 6d. ; each 1 o
157 Anemone fulgens, Fris^e (new), handsome and distinct semi-double dazzling scarlet flowers, with
gracefully curled petals per 100, 8*. 6d. ; per doz. 1 6
168 Anemone stellata, “Jewel” (new), a very lovely and striking variety, flowers ruby-violet, with glit-
tering white centre per 100, 10s. 6 d. ; per doz. 1 6
159 Anemone coronaria, “Glory of the South ” (new), a grand new variety, with very large single
broad-pctalled flowers, brilliant rick scarlet , with rich blue-black central boss , very beautiful,
plant autumn and spring per 100, ior. 6 d.\ per doz. 3 6
160 New Double Anemone, “ Blush Beauty,” white, flaked and shaded delicate rose-pink, very lovely
colour per 100, ioj. 6d.‘, per doz. 1 6
161 New Double Anemone, “ Rose de Nice,” bright rose , very pretty and distinct, per 100, 10/6; per doz. 1 6
162 Autumn flowering Gladioli, choicest unnamed French, producing fine bold spikes of large hand-
some flowers of beautiful and striking colours and markings, in great variety, p. 100, 21 s. ; p. doz. 3 o
163 Lilium Auratum (The White Golden-rayed Crimson-spotted Hill Lily of Japan). The
Queen of Lilies. English-grown bulbs, each, is. 6 d., 2 s. 6d. and 35. 6 d.\ per doz. 155., 2 is. & 30 o
164 Lilium Longiflorum Harrisii (The Bermuda or Easter Lily), a very beautiful and graceful Lily,
with long handsome snow-white fragrant flowers. Strongest bulbs for early-forcing, p. doz. 15/; ea. 1 6
165 Tuberose, Double American, “Excelsior Pearl,” flowers large, snow-white, produced in abundance ;
dwarf strong forcing bulbs, per ioo, 21 s. ; per doz. 3*. ; each o 4
166 Freesia refracta alba, prized for the delightful fragrance of its beautiful pure white flowers, which
last very long in water. Invaluable for pot-culture and forcing. Plant eight or nine bulbs in a
$-in. pot per 100, 7s. 6d. ; per doz. 1 3
167 Amaryllis, Greenhouse varieties, we offer very choice unnamed seedlings, raised from the finest
collection in Europe, and which give great satisfaction. Strong flowering bulbs, p. doz. 25*. ; each 2 C
NEW AND BEAUTIFUL HARDY DAFFODILS, for out-door or pot-culture. See Daffodil Catalogue.
Beautiful New Hybrid Butterfly Gladioli, also Rare and Beautiful Species of Gladioli.
See pages 24 and 25.
Iris, very Beautiful New and Rare Bulbous and Tuberous-rooted Species. See pp. 19 and 20.
Lachenallas, a very beautiful and interesting class of bulbs for pot-culture. See page 31.
Muscari (Hyacinthus), very beautiful and rare species. See pp. 16 and 17.
Tigridias, the most gorgeously coloured of all flowers. See page 27.
Showy and Beautiful May-flowering Single Tulips, all of great beauty, and little known
as yet. See page 12.
f®r For the Best Hardy Herbaceous Perennials for Borders, Rockwork, or Cutting, see Plant
Catalogue, /> w on application .
King Street, Covent Garden , 1892. ]
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HARDY BULBS AND PLANTS FOR NATURALIZATION, ETC.
SPECIAL CHEAP OFFER
HARDY BULBS AND PLANTS,
FOR PLANTING IN SHRUBBERIES, BORDERS, ON ROCKWORK, &c., AND NATURALIZING
IN WILD GARDENS, WOODLAND WALKS, ON GRASS, &C.
per iooo.
s. it.
168 Anemones, double and single,
in mixed colours 30 o.
169 ,, single, large -flowered,
beautiful mixed colours, 30 o.
170 ,, single “Bride," while 42 o,
171 ,, apennlna,^a/< Wan.4ft.50 o
172 Anemone fulgens, rich, bril-
liant scarlet, very hardy ...63 o
173 ,, ,, double 30 o
174 Allium neapolitanum, pure
white
176 Camassia esculenta, purple ...
176 Cbionodoxa lucilise, the most
beautiful blue spring flower 30 o
177 ,, sardensis, deep blue 30 o
178 Crocus, in mixture 10 6
179 ,, golden yellow 13 o
180 Crown Imperials, in mixture...
181 Cyclamen europseum.Hr/mwa...
182 Daffodils, choice mixed, for
naturalization 30 o
183 „ fine mixed, to naturalize.. 2 1 o
184 Dog's Tootb Violets, mixed. ..42 o
185 Feathered Hyacinth, lilac
186 Frltlllarlas, in mixture 50 o
187 Funkia (the Plantain-Lily of
Japan), mixed varieties
188 Gladiolus, mixed byzantinus,
Colville! and ' ' The Bride '30 o
189 ,, ' ' The Bride," snow-white 50 o
190 ,, " Brenchleyensls,"iiriz>-/W50 o
191 ,, Dwarf Early, mixed
192 Grape Hyacinths, blue, 4 ft. 21 0
193 ,, ,, white
194 Hemerocallis mxd. (Day-Lilies)
}.96 Hyacinths, a beautiful mixture...
196 Hyacinthus candlcans , snow-white
197 ,, amethystinus, very
beautiful sky-blue flerwers, i ft....
198 Iris, English and Spanish
Bulbous, in mixture 21 o
199 Iris, BeardedFlag, mixed ...75 o
per 100. perdoz.
s. d. s. d.
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6... 1 o
6... 1 3
6. ..1 o
.21 0...3
6...0 9
6.. .0 9
6 ..o 10
6.. . 1 o
6.. .0 6
6...0 10
, .21 0...3 6
.14 6.-2 3
.. 7 6... 1 3
.. 7 6 ...X 3
. 2 6
.10 6. ..2 o
per 1000.
s, d.
200 Iris, Dwarf Flag, in mixture ...
201 Jonquils, single, sweet-scented 3 S o
202 Lenten Roses, mxd. seedlings
203 Llllum auratum
204 ,, candidum, white
205 ,, davurlcum, mixed red
shades
206 ,, longiflorum eximlum, white
207 ,, martagon, purple
208 ,, pyrenalcum, yellow
209 ,, tlgrlnum, tiger-spotted ... .
210 ,, speciosum rubrum,
crimson and white
211 Lily of the Valley, planting
crowns 4 2 o.
212 Meadow - SaflTon, autumn-
flowcring , mixed ...
213 „ „ &y>xtiig-/lowering...
214 Mllla uniflora, mixed white,
and porcelain blue, 1 ft. 21 o
Ornithogalum (Star of Bethlehem)
215 ,, umbellatum, white 21 o
216 ,, nutans .white and green,
a valuablecut flower... ...
217 Schlzostylis cocclnea .scarlet ...
218 Scllla slblrlca. bright blue ...21 o
219 ,, bifolla, deep blue, dwarf -go o
220 Snowdrops, mixed double
and single 18 6
221 ,, Elwes' Giant, single,
Bulbs to naturalise 21 o
2214 ,, Redoute’s Broad-leaved,
Bulbs to naturalise ... 25 o
222 Snowflakes. Spring-flowerlngso o
223 ,, Summer-flowering 42 o
224 Spiraea palmata elegans, pink...
225 Starch Hyacinth, blue-black ...
226 Wood Hyacinths, mixed 21 0
227 „ blue 2i 0
228 ,, white 55 0
229 ,, red 55 o
230 Winter Aconites, yellow 15 c
per loo. perdoz.
8 . d.
..10 6. ..2
d.
.. 4
..42 o-5
■35 0...5
6...0 9
6
6
15 0...2 6
..15 0...2 6
..50 0...7 6
..25 0...3 6
..40 0...5 6
..12 6. ..2 o
..50 0...7 6
.. 5 6...1 o
.. 7 6...X 3
.. 5 6... i o
.. 2 6
.. 3 o ..o 6
... 6 6...1 o
,..10 6... 1 6
... 2 6
,.. 4 6...0 8
.. 2 o
.. 2 6
- 3 0
,. 6 6...1 o
.. 4 6...0 8
,.25 0...3 6
.. 5 6...0 10
.. 3 6... .
.. 3 6...0
.. 6 6... 1
.. 6 6. ..1
.. 2 o... .
8
<D) COLLECTIONS OF BULBS AND PLANTS FOR NATURALIZATION
IN WOODLAND WALKS AND WILD CARDENS.
Ready to send out in October.
In the Collections 31, 32, 33, 34, and 35, the Daffodils, Crocus, Scillas, Lilies, and Irises will each be sent in
rniv.rf rnlnurs : those in 36. 37. 38. 39. and 40, will be sent in separate colours.
■ ■■■ 1
Fine Collections.
Extra fine Collections.
31 .
32 .
33 .
34.
35.
36 . 37 .
38 .
39.
40.
£■4 V- 3 s - £* as-
Zi «•
I 2 . 5 -. 6 f/.
£5 S ! - £4 44 -
£3 3 i-
£l 12 s.
175.61/.
Daffodils, in variety
300
220
150
75
3OO 220
150
75
Winter Aconites, yellow
3 °°
220
150
75
300 220
150
75
Star of Bethlehem, white
200
ISO
IOO
50
O
O
200 1 50
50
0
<u
Blue Starch Hyacinth
75
5 =>
3 °
20
75 ! 5 °
30
20
Crocuses, in variety
400
3 °o
200
IOO
U
400 300
U
Scillas ( Wood Hyacinths)
30°
220
150
75
* 5 °
75
Snowdrops, Elwes' Giant, small roots
200
150
IOO
50
200 150
50
Summer Snowflakes
100
75
50
25
100 75
50
25
Day Lilies and Plantain-Lilies
30
20
is
IO
30 ! 20
15
10
p “
Lilies, various
3 °
20
15
IO
n*.2
30 1 20
15
p 0
Gladioli, mixed, early flowering ...
5 °
35
25
12
4)
50 1 35
25
12
Iris, Flag, various
24
18
12
6
eC
24 18
jp
Crown Imperials, in mixture
20
15
12
6
t—
20 15
)r
Colchicum {Meadow Saffron), mixed
5 °
35
25
12
13
5 ° 35
25
12
Dog’s Tooth Violets, mixed
i 3 °
20
15
12
30 1 20
15
Anemones, double & single, mixed
! 5 °
35
2?
10
50 | 35
25
12
COLLECTIONS OF BULBS.
Sent, Carriage Free, on Receipt of Remittance, to any Railway Station in Great Britain, and
to all Ports on the Irish Coast.
(A) COLLECTIONS FOR THE CONSERVATORY, SITTING-ROOM, ETC.,
Arranged for those who prefer simply a few sorts of easily cultivated Winter
and Spring flowering Bulbs.
,n the Collections 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, the varieties arc more choice than in 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Hyacinths, in named varieties
Polyanthus Narcissi
Daffodils, named varieties
Tulips ,, tf
Jonquils, sweet-scented
Crocus, choice named varieties
Elwes’ Giant Snowdrop
Scilla sibirica
Chionodoxa Luclliae ( Glory of tile Snow)
Iris Reticulata, violtt-scented..
Fine Collections.
Extra fine Collections.
1.
L 2 *
L 3 *
4.
5.
6.
I 7.
8.
9.
£4 4*
£3 3>-
£2 as.
£1 IL
12 s.6d.
£5 S’-
£a 41-
£3 3’-
£l JOS.'
75
55
35
l8
75
55
35
18
40
30
20
12
.
40
30
20
12
5°
35
25
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35
25
15
IS"
IOO
65
36
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6 s
36
S°
35
25
IS
p c
SO
35
23
15
200
150
IOO
50
200
iso
IOO
5°
150
IOO
60
30
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15°
IOO
60
3°
50
3S
20
12
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35
20
12
75
50
3°
20
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75
5°
30
20
13
9
6
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12
9
6
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10 .
17 s.6d.
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(B) COLLECTIONS FOR THE CONSERVATORY, SITTING-ROOM, ETC.,
Consisting of Winter and Spring flowering Bulbs.
I n the Collections 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20, the varieties are more choice than in 11, 12, 13, It, and 15.
Fine Collections.
Extra i
11.
1 12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
1 17.
£4 4L
£3 31- as.
£1 If.
ias.6d.
^5 5 s - *4 +*•
60
45
3°
15
00
45
24
18
12
6
•3*
24
j8
30
20
IS
IO
3°
24
5°
35
25
12
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35
120
9°
60
3°
B
120
9°
5°
35
25
12
5°
35
24
18
12
6
6
24
18
24
18
12
6
24
18
24
18
12
6
X
24
18
24
18
12
6
24
18
200
150
IOO
5°
c
200
150
150
IOO
60
3°
a
ISO
IOO
75
55
35
i«
75
55
20
15
12
6
6
20
15
75
5°
3°
20
75
5°
12
9
9
6
6
3
, 3
19
X
12
0
9
6
Hyacinths, in named varieties ......
,, White Roman
Polyanthus Narcissi, in named vars.
Daffodils, named varieties
Tulips, Slanted varieties, including
Early Due Van Thols
Jonquils, sweet-scented
Ixias, mixed varieties
Sparaxis ,, ,, "
Tritonias ,, ,,
Babianas ,, ,, '
Crocus, choice named varieties
Elwes’ Giant Snowdrop
Scilla sibirica, the richest blue
Freesia refracta alba, sweet-scented
Chionodoxa Lucilisef lllonj of the Snow)
Iris Persica, violet-scented
,, Reticulata, Violet-scented...
(C) COLLECTIONS FOR THE FLOWER CARDEN,
Best adapted for out door decoration.
In the Collections 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25, the Hyacinths, Polyanthus Narcissus, Tulips, Crocus and Ranunculus
will each be sent in mixed colours. In the Collections 26, 27, 28, 29, and 30. these bulbs will be more
select, and sent in separate colours.
18. 19.
£ 3 3-y- £i 12 s.
30 15
12 6
18 10
25 12
60
25
12
12
12
12
100
60
35
12
3 6
3 °
i 2
6
6
6
6
5 °
3 °
18
6
20
3
20 .
ijs.dd.
o
O
Hyacinths, in beautiful colours
Polyanthus Narcissi ,, ,, ...
Daffodils, various
Tulips, various colours
Crocus ,, ,,
Anemones ,, ,,
Ranunculus ,, '
Snowdrops, single and double
Elwes’ Large Single Snowdrop ...
Snowflake [Leucojum aestivum).., ...
Blue Starch Hyacinths
Pritlllarla, chequered, mixed
Crown Imperials, various colours..,
Lilies, various
Scilla sibirica, the richest blue
Chionodoxa Luclli® (.Glory of the Snow)
, , Sardensis, dark blue and white
Hyaointhus amethystinus
Spanish 8c English Irises, beautiful
Fine Collections.
Extra fine Collections.
21.
22.
1 23 .
1 24 .
26 .
26 .
L 27 '
28.
! 29 .
30.
£4 +L £3 3 *'
£2 as.
£1 is.
12 s.6d.
£5 5 s -
£4 +f-
£2 i$s. £i 1 as.
17S.611.
IOO
75
5 °
25
IOO
75
5 °
25
30
20
12
6
■4
30
20
12
6
On
200
150
IOO
75
200
ISO
IOO
75
<N
35 °
25O
■75
90
a
35 °
250
175
9°
500
400
200
IOO
5 °°
400
200
IOO
O
200
150
IOO
50
0
200
15 °
IOO
50
tj
200
150
IOO
50
200
150
IOO
50
400
300
200
IOO
(J
400
300
200
IOO
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IOO
75
5°
25
IOO
75
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25
IOO
75
5 °
25
IOO
75
50
25
75
50
3 °
20
73
50
30
20
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18
12
9
6
0
18
12
9
6
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9
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75
55
35
18
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75
55
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75
55
35
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75
55
35
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35
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3 °
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King Street, Covent Garden, 1892.]
Gardens, etc,, see page 4.
Woodland Walks and Wild
<5
BEDDING, POMPON, ROMAN HYACINTHS, ETC.
Oir The Marginal Numbers in the Order Sheet and Catalogue correspond, and are changed annually.
BARR’S BEAUTIFUL BEDDING HYACINTHS.
SPECIALLY SELECTED FOR OUT-DOOR CULTURE IN BEDS, RIBBONS, OR GROUPS.
When in Holland last spring, we selected these fine varieties of Hyacinths, as being most suitable for bedding,
having distinct and bright colours, a fine habit , and large fiower spikes. They will also be found valuable lor
filling rustic baskets, flower boxes, vases, etc. g <i.
231 20 each of 8 beautiful distinct colours i io o
232 12 each of 8 „ ,, „ o 19 6
per too. per doz.
236 Delicate Pale Rose. 20 o ... 3 o
236 Rich Deep Rose 20 o ... 3 o
237 Brilliant Crimson 18 6 ... 2 9
238 Pale Azure-Blue 20 o ... 3 o
233 6 each of 8 beautiful distinct colours
231 3 each of 8 ,, ,, „
per too.
239 Full Porcelain-Blue, beautiful... 20 o
240 Rich Dark Blue 18 6
241 Fine Pure White 24 o
242 White, shaded Rose 22 6
£ s. d.
o 10 6
056
per doz.
•• 3 0
..29
•• 3 <5
..3°
BARR'S BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW MIXTURES OF HYACINTHS.
FOR OUT-DOOR CULTURE IN BEDS, BORDERS, ETC.
243 "BARRS BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW MIXTURE OF HYACINTHS.” This beautiful mixture of Hyacinths
was specially arranged for by our Mr. Barr on the occasion of his visit to one of the large Dutch
Bulb Farms in Holland. The colours are evenly blended, including red, scarlet, purple, lavender,
porcelain, azure-blue, mauve , white , rose, blush, yellow, &c. , producing a. magnificent effect in flower
beds and borders 1st size bulbs, per 100, 18/6 ; per dozen 3 o
244 " BARR’S BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW MIXTURE OF HYACINTHS,” for mixed borders, shrubberies,
and naturalization 2nd size bulbs, per 100, 14/6 i P er dozen 2 3
POMPON, OR MINIATURE HYACINTHS.
These Miniature Hyacinths can be grown in smalt glasses, fancy pots, old china bowls, crystal dishes,
•jardinets, etc., alone or associated with Scilla sibirica, Chionodoxas, Crocus, Snowdrops, Dwarf Tulips, and
Daffodils, Iris reticulata, etc. Plant them in “ Barr & Sons Prepared Mixture of Charcoal and Cocoa Fibre
{2s. per peck, 6s. per bushel)-, the surface may be covered with fresh green carpel-moss till the plants appear. f
In children s gardens and small flower beds, these Miniature Hyacinths, intermingled with othei dwau
spring-flowering bulbs, make a fine display throughout the Spring months.
246 18 In 6 vars. pretty Pompon Hyacinths 4/6 I 247 Fine mixed varieties, per 100, 18 j.; perdoz. 2/6
246 12 in 6 vars. ,, ,, ... 3/6 1 248 Choice „ „ „ „ 221.; „ 3/0
BULBS FOR EARLY-FORCING.
Culture. — Pot the bulbs 3 to 6, or more according to size, in a 4 or 5 inch pot, during August, September,
and October ; then place the pots out-of-doors on a bed of ashes, and with cocoa-nut fibre cover the pots a
few inches. There let them remain till the bulbs are well rooted, and have made a little top growth ; the pots
should then be placed, a few at a time for succession, in a moderately warm and moist temperature, and plentiiully
supplied with water.
249 Roman Hyacinth, Early Dwarf White Sweet-Scented, universally prized in bouquets, and may be had
in flower during October, November, and December, if treated as recommended above.
Extra fine bulbs, 16s. 6 d. per 100 ; 2s. 6 d. perdoz. | Good selected bulbs, 12s. 6 d. per 100 ; 2s. per doz.
A Few Very Large Bulbs 21 s. per 100 ; 3*. per doz.
250 Roman Hyacinth, Early Rosy White, flowers from a fortnight to three weeks later than the White Roman
Hyacinth. 12 s. 6 d. per ioo, 2 s. per doz.
251 Roman Hyacinth, Early Blue, flowers from a fortnight io three weeks later than the White Roman
Hyacinth, ior. 6 d. per 100 ; is. 6 d. per doz.
252 Narcissus, Early Paper White, Sweet-Scented. Produces trusses of beautiful snow-white fragrant flowers,
and is in bloom with the Roman Hyacinth, if treated in the same way. 6s. 6 d. per 100 ; is. per doz.
253 ,, “Early Snowflake, ” a fine large-flowered form of Paper White, freer flowering and earlier,
per 100, 10s. 6d. ; per doz., is. 6 d.
254 Roman Narcissus, Early Double, may be had in flower with the Paper White Narcissus, if treated in the
same way. The blossoms are double white, with orange centre, and are produced in trusses. For
bouquets and buttonholes they are greatly valued. 6s. 6d. per 100 ; is. per doz.
j83>- For further descriptions of the following forcing bulbs , see body of Catalogue.
p. 100. p. doz.
255
Single Van Thol Tulip, red & yellow
7
6 ... i
3
256
,, ,, ,, Scarlet
5
6...0
10
257
Blush-Rose
12
6. ..2
0
258
Yellew
17
6. ..2
6
259
„ „ White
18
6 ..2
6
260
Purple - Cerise,
edged white
IO
6. ..1
6
261 Double Van Thol Tulip, red & yellow 4
262 Single Jonquils, extra large 6
263 Double ,, strongest 16
264 Chionodoxa Luciliae, extra strong
home-grown bulbs... 7
265 „ Sardensis ,, „ „ 8
266 ,, Gigantea ,, ,, ,, 15
267 Puschklnta libanotica compacta 15
268 Scilla sibirica, extra large bulbs ... 3
269 Elwes’ Giant Single Snowdrop,
extra large bulbs 7
270 Iris reticulata, strongest bulbs
6.. .0
6 .. . 1
6. . .2
.. 1
...1
...2
...2
...o
.1 o
8 6
p. 100. p. doz.
271 Iris perslca 2 o
272 Freesia Leichtlinl major 10 6...1 6
273 ,, refractaalba 7 6...1 3
274 Narcissus Poetlcus ornatus, extra
large bulbs 10 6...1 6
275 ,, Telamonius plenus, large
double Daffodil 6 6...1 o
276 ,, Obvallaris (Tenby Daffodil) 12 6. ..2 o
277 ,, Palliduspraecox, large bulbs 10 6...1 6
278 ,, Minor, extra large bulbs 5 6
For other forcing Daffodils , see Daffodil Catalogue.
279 Spiraea japonica, clumps 5 6
280 Lily of the Valley, strong clumps 12 o
281 ,, ,, forcing crowns.. 6 6
282 Lilium Harrisii (Bermuda Lily), white... 15 o
283 Giant Christmas Rose, extra strong
clumps, each 2 s. 6 d. & 3s. 6d. ;
per doz. 24 s. & 36s.
\_Barr and Son,
CHOICE NAMED HYACINTHS FOR POTS OR GLASSES.
7
BARR’S CHOICE NAMED HYACINTHS.
FOR CULTURE IN GLASSES, JARDINETS, POTS, AND FOR EXHIBITION.
*3“ The * indicates the single-flowering and semi-double varieties ; these we specially recommend for early
forcing in pots, and for growing in glasses, jardinets, &c.
The + denotes varieties with double flowers. These are not so suitable for growing in glasses and jardinets, or
for forcing. The double varieties enumerated are a selection of the finest in cultivation, we recommend them
to be grown in pots.
Culture.- Immediately the Hyacinth is potted, which may be done from September to December, place
the pots out of doors ok a bed of ashes, and cover with six inches of the same material, but a covering of cocoa fibre
is preferable if it can be had ; the bulbs should there remain exposed to all weathers until the pots are full of roots,
and the tops are sprouted about an inch, which will be in about eight or ten weeks after potting. They may then be
removed indoors, and if forced, this should be done gently in a moist airy atmosphere, and the bulbs plentifully
supplied with water at the roots. To maintain a succession, arrangements should be made before covering for
a portion to be removed indoors once a fortnight. If finely developed trusses and rich colours are preferred to
very early flowers, the Hyacinth should remain longer out-of-doors and not be forced, but when removed indoors,
the pots should be placed in a mild temperature such as that of a greenhouse, a sitting-room window, or a
frame, keeping the plants close to the glass, and always in the most genial and sunniest situation, so that the
plants develop their flowers gradually and naturally, water being given regularly and freely, as it is well known
to professional cultivators that failures, for the most part with Hyacinths, arise from allowing the soil to become
dry. Abundance of air is necessary, as also a moderately moist atmosphere; a dry or frosty atmosphere and a
draughty situation will cause the flower buds to shrivel.
If the Hyacinth is grown in glasses, the base of the bulb should just touch the water , and a little charcoal
placed in the glass to keep the water sweet. It is, however, preferable to fill the glasses with the prepared
Mixture of Charcoal and Cocoa Fibre (see page 33 for directions). Place the glasses in a room without a
fire, or. better still, in the shady part of a greenhouse, and when the plants have filled the glasses with roots, and
have made a little top growth, then place them in the sunniest situation at command, till the flower spikes
are well developed ; the glasses may then be removed to where the flowers are to be enjoyed. Avoid a dry
or frosty atnwsphere and a draughty situation , as these are often causes of the flower buds shrivelling.
When cultivated in jardinets, the Hyacinth may be associated with other early-flowering bulbs, such as
Chionodoxas, Scilla sibirica, Tulips, Snowdrops, Crocuses, Narcissi, Iris reticulata, &c. Barr hr Son's
prepared Mixture of “Charcoal and Cocoa Fibre " should invariably be used (see page 33 for directions);
the preparation must always be kept moist, and when the jardinet is removed to the sitting-room the surface
should be covered with fresh green carpet moss.
BARR’S CHOICE NAMED HYACINTHS.
The varieties of Hyacinths described, and included in the selections offered, are those which Mr. Barr has
personally selected during his many visits of Inspection to the bulb farms of Holland, and which,
from experience, have proved the most worthy of cultivation.
When an order is given for any of the under-mentioned " Selections ," if not otherwise instructed, we shall
include a proportion of double varieties.
BARR'S SPECIAL SELECTIONS OF NAMED HYACINTHS.
284 100 exhibition Hyacinths in 100 vars. ^4 4 o
286 60 „ „ „ in 60 vars. I r 8 o
286 26 ,, „ ,, in 26 vars. 140
287 12 ,, ,, ,, in 12 vars. o 10 6
288 100 extra fine Hyacinths in 60 vars. 330
289 60 „ „ „ in 26 vars. 1 10 o
290 26 extra flue Hyacinths in 26 vars. ^o 18 o
291 12 ,, ,, ,, in 12 vars., 7/6 & 090
292 3 each 30 fine varieties 2 10 o
293 3 ,, 20 ,, f) 1 12 o
294 3 „ 16 „ „ 140
296 1 ,, 12 ,, ,, 060
THE SOFTER AND MORE DELICATE SHADES
each — 1. d.
296 ‘Bella Donna, delicate rose, striped pink,
large truss 1 o
297 -(-Bouquet Royal, blush-rose, with pink eye,
long handsome truss o 8
298 "Cavaignac, salmon, striped deep rose, very
large truss 1 3
299 ’’Cosmos , rich rosy pink, fine truss o 6
300 +Duke Of Wellington, fi.ne blush-rose, large
compact handsome truss o 8
301 'Fablola, fine rose-pink, striped carmine,
large bells and large spike o 8
302 ‘Frederick the Great, semi-double, bright
pink, fine full truss I o
303 fGrootvorst, blush-pink, large compact
truss o 5
304 ‘Johanna, fine rose-pink, large compact
truss, early 1 o
THE RICHER AND DEEPER SHADES OF RED, SO
314 ‘Amy, vivid crimson -scarlet, fine truss o 4
315 "Cynthia, deep rich crimson , compact
truss o 8
31$ ^Disraeli, deep red, large truss o 10
317 "Fireball, deep scarlet , dwarf and compact o 6
*7 u jj, curiy A u
319 "General Pelissler, intense deep crimson,
large truss o 9
320 "Gertrude, rose-carmine, fine compact truss o 6
King Street, Covent Garden , 1892.]
RED, SUCH AS ROSE, ROSE-PINK, BLUSH, Etc.
each — 1. a.
305 "Kenan Hasselaar, pale rose, fine spike o 9
30$ "Lord Percy, beautiful rose-pink, large
truss 1 o
307 "Norma, satin-rose, handsome, early o 5
308 "Princess Helena, fine rose, large compact
spike 1 3
309 "Princess of Teck (new), blush, striped
carmine, fine truss and bells , pretty and
distinct o 9
310 "Queen of Roses (new), beautiful deep rose,
striped carmine, fine compact-spike 2 6
311 "Rubra Maxima, delicate pink , fine
truss o 9
312 "Sultan’s Favourite, delicate rose , striped
pink, handsome truss o 6
313 +The Competitor, blush-rose, large bells, and
large handsome truss o 8
1 AS CARMINE, CRIMSON, SCARLET, LAKE, Etc.
321 "Josephine, deep crimsoti-scar let, good com-
pact truss, early o 8
322 "King of the Belgians, brilliant deep red,
fine bold spike 1 o
323 "Koh-i-noor, bright salmon-pink, large
truss, model form, semi-double 2 o
324 "Lord Macaulay, carmine, changing to
vivid crimson-scarlet, large truss o 8
326 "Mr. Robert Steiger, rich rose-carmine ,
large compact truss o 5
8
CHOICE NAMED HYACINTHS FOR POTS OR GLASSES
Hyacinths, Rich Deep Reds —conld. each— ». d.
326 ♦Mrs. Beecher Stowe, rich rosy red, large
splendid truss ° 8
327 +Prlncesa Louise (new), Jine deep rose,
large compact truss I 3
328 ‘Queen of Hyacinths, brilliant carmine-
rose, fine spike ° ®
329 ‘Queen of Naples, carmine-rose, good truss i o
THE MORE DELICATE AND SOFTER SHADES OF BLUE, SUCH AS AZURE, LIGHT PORCELAIN, Etc,
each — s.
330 *Romeo, deep carmine-red , compact truss, o
331 *Solfaterre, brilliant orange-scarlet .yellow
centre , large compact truss, very distinct .. o
332 *Tollens, bright rose-carmine, fine truss ... o
333 *Von Schiller, salmon-pink, large truss ... o
334 *Vesuvius [new), handsome deep scarlet,
fine truss 2
335 •Beauty, beautiful light blue , large bells
and truss 1
336 fBloxberg, beautiful clear azure-blue, large
bells, good truss o
337 *Blondin, rich axure-blue, bottom of tube
bluish purple , large truss o
338 •Coelestina, clear transparent blue x
339 *Couronne de Celle, beautiful azure-blue,
large bells, large truss o
340 *Czar Peter, beautiful clear blue , large
6
8
341 * Grand Lilas, silvery lilac, large truss o
342 * Leonidas, rich blue, large bells and truss o
343 *Lord Byron, light blue, large bells and truss o
344 * Lord Derby, pearl-blue, very large truss ... o
345 *Pieneman, fine rich light blue, very large
bells, and large truss o
346 *Queen of the Blues, beautiful azure-blue,
large bells, large handsome truss 1
347 *Regulus, rich porcelain-blue, fine truss ... o
348 *W. B. Gladstone, fine lilac, large truss. 1
349 fVan Speyk, lilac, large truss o
8
6
9
10
6
bells, large handsome perfect truss o
THE DARKER AND RICHER SHADES OF BLUE, SUCH AS DARK PORCELAIN, PURPLE, BLACK, Etc.
359 *Grand Maitre, deep porcelaiji-blue , very
large handsome truss o
360 '•Hamlet, dark violet-blue, large truss o
350 *Anna Bolena, rich purple , large truss 1 o
351 * Argus, dark violet-blue, clear white eye,
large bells, and large b uss o 4
362 *Baron Van Tuyll, purple, large truss o 5
363 ^Charles Dickens, dark porcelain, shaded
lilac, large truss o 5
354 fCharles Dickens, double, dark porcelain,
shaded lilac, fine truss . o 6
355 *Duke of Clarence, handsome rich blue,
very large bells and truss 2 6
356 *Duke 01 Connaught, dark blue, large
truss o 10
367 fGarrick, dark lavender, shaded puce, com-
pact handsome truss, distinct o 6
368 ^General Havelock, rich glittering purple,
very large truss o 10
8
361 *King of the Blues, rich dark blue, large
bells, magnificent compact truss o
362 *Lord Melville, glittering purple, white
centre, large truss men sc spike o
363 •Marie, purple-blue, striped indigo, im- o
364 ^Masterpiece, fine violet-black , handso?ne
compact truss of perfect form 2
365 ^Prince of Wales, dark blue, white eye,
large truss o
366 *William the First, fine blackish purple ,
large truss o
367 ^William III. (new), rich dark purple, large
bells, large truss *
PURPLE-VIOLET, CLARET-PURPLE, AND MAUVE, Etc.
368 ^Adeline Patti, beautif ul, rich claret-purple, o
369 *Haydn, rosy mauve, fine truss o
370 Meschko, rich lilac, large truss o
371 *LUnique, mauve, fine o
PURE WHITE.
372 *LordB.djrtiugton, purple-mauve. large truss o 8
373 *Peter Barr, mauve, white eye, fine truss... o lev
374 '•The Shah (new), dark violet, bells edged
velvety crimson, fine compact spike 2 6
375 *Albus Superbissimus, compact truss o 6
376 *Albus Maximus, large full truss o 9
377 *Baroness Van Tuyll, long handsome
truss o 5
378 * Belle Blanchisseuse, large bells, fine com-
pact truss o 6
379 *Goschen (new), large bells and large
handsome compact spike 1 6
380 * Grand Vainqueur, large bells, fine spike, o 8
381 "Grande Vedette, large bells and truss ... o 6
382 *La Grandesse, largest and handsomest
truss o 9
383 i^ady of the Lake (new), large bells, fine
handsome truss 1 o
384 +La Tour d’ Auvergne, large bells, large
handsome truss, early o
385 *L’ Innocence, large bells, large truss 1
386 *Madame Van der Hoop, large bells, large
compact truss o
387 *Mina, latge bells, fine truss o
388 *Mont Blanc, large bells, fine large truss... o
389 *Nectar, neat bells, fine truss 1
390 + Prince of Waterloo, compact truss o
391 * Queen Mab, fine truss, early o
392 ^Snowball, fine truss, beautiful symmetri-
cal bells of great substance 1
393 *Snow King, large bells of great substance,
handsome large truss 2
WHITE SHADED ROSE, BLUSH, WAXY WHITE, Etc.
394 +Anna Maria, blush, neat bells , violet centre
396 •Anna Paulowna, white, shaded rose, large
compact truss o
396 *Dolly Varden, waxy white, fine truss o
397 •Giganteus, blush , large compact truss o
398 •Grandeur k Merveille, white, shaded rose,
immense compact truss o
399 *La Franchise, waxy white, very fine bells,
good truss o
YELLOW, CITRON,
406 *Bird of Paradise, bright yellow, fine truss 1
407 *Citronnl&re, citron-yellow , fine truss o
408 *Duc de Malakoff, salmon , striped rose-lake,
large fine truss o
409 •Heroine, primrose, large truss o
410 •Herman, apricot- salmon, fine truss o
411 *Ida, rich primrose, large truss 1
412 *King of Holland, apricot colour, distinct, o
413 *Obelisque, pure yellow , large truss 1
o 6 400 +La Virginity, blush-white , very large bells o
401 •Mammoth, white, tinged rose, very large
6 bells, large truss o
8 402 *Princess Amalia, blush, largebells and . pike 1
5 403 •Princess Marie, white, rose-shaded, large
compact truss, bea utiful 1
6 404 •Tubseflorus, blush-rose, large bells , large
handsorne truss o
6 405 *Voltaire, white, shaded rose, large bells ... o
PRIMROSE, SALMON, Etc.
414 f Minerva, orange-red, fine truss 1
415 *Primrose Perfection (new), deep yellow,
large bells, fine truss 2
416 *Queen of Yellows (new), clear yellow,
fine compact truss 2
417 •Rowland. BUI, fine yellow, fine truss 1
418 •Sonora, rosy salmon, good compact truss ... o
419 *Van Vondel (new), beautiful soft chrome-
yellow, large handsome truss 1
[Barr and Son,
9
SE LECTIONS OF BARR ’S HARDY NAMED AND MIXED DAFFODILS.
BARR’S BEAUTIFUL HARDY DAFFODILS (Narcissi).
Bulbs Supplied September to end of December,
In a separate catalogue, the descriptive list of Daffodils will be found, re-arranged. In this, our revised
and re-arranged list, the quality of each flower we indicate by the size of the type, thus :
(1) . EMPEROR. This type indicates the higher quality,
(2) . ALBICANS. This type indicates the next quality.
(3) . Biflorus. This type indicates the lower quality.
The very distinct species which do not admit of comparison , such as Corbularia, Cyclamirteus,
Minimus, etc , , we place with the higher quality , and those which rank above the higher standard are
indicated by the word extra. °
N ' B Ti W ! annu? j!'y expunge from our Catalogue the names of Daffodils which are superseded by
0 5 rs , higher quality at similar prices. We name this because many sorts esteemed in 1884 now take
a back seat, not because they are less beautiful than in 1884, but we can now supply finer sorts in the same
way equally cheap. A3’ Naming cut specimens of Daffodils , see Paragraph XI/., Special Notices , page 2.
Supplying Cut Specimen flowers of Daffodils , correctly named, see Paragraph XIII., Special Notices, page 2.
The Daffodil is the most beautiful of all hardy Spring flowers, and the most popular; it has for
centuries adorned our gardens, and withstood uninjured our severest winters.
■ th ^ a S d P Iantm S ln groups in mixed borders and shrubberies, no flowers of spring can compare
with the 'Daffodil, and when naturalized in woodland walks, or forming large groups in grass, or planted on
^ ^ SPlendid ' (S “ ^ 3 ° f Dapr0 ““ Latal ° g “ i ^ Mr WUUam
^ ? a ,?° dilS arC « ems - For cul ture under glass, in fo/s, the Daffodil ranks with the
d ^. h ®“ ? 6 bulbs are grown in a pot, the effect is very fine. As a cut flower the Daffodil is
unsurpassed, and greatly in demand, for hand bouquets, table bouquets, vases, etc.
#3- Daffodil Seed in mixture, for Autumn-sowing, saved pom our magnificent collection, p. packet, ij. & 2j. 6 d,.
SELECTIONS.
For names and descriptions, see Daffodil Catalogue, pee on application.
BAKU'S HIGH-CLASS A\I> DISTINCT HARDY DAFFODILS
Embracing’ Groups I., II., and 111.
• var l eti f, in thes ® assortments consist largely of the fine hybrids and varieties raised bv the late
fail' to hi' f,. they are a11 dlstinct one from the other, so that buyers cannot
lai to be fully satisfied with them. Daffodils in these assortments may all be used for pot-culture or forced for
cut flowers, or panted in beds, in flower borders, naturalized in grass, woodland walks orchards by streams
lakes, etc., the effect in spring surpassing that of any other family of hardy plants ’ 7 ’
■320 3 each of 100 varieties ..,150/, 200/, 250/, & 300/. | 425 l each of 25 varieties
^21 1 „ ,, „ ... 56/, 70/, 90/, & 105/.
422 3 „ 50 „ ... 63/, 84/, 105/, & 130/.
423 1 „ ,, „ ... 21/, 30/, 42/, & 63/.
424 3 „ 25 „ ... 21/, 30/, 42/, & 63/.
426 10
427 6
423 3
429 1
12
....7/6, 10/6, 16 1, So 25/.
....30/, 42/, 60/, & 81/.
— 15/, 21/, 30/, & 42/.
. 10/6, 15/, 21/, & 30/.
.3/6, 6/6, 7/6, Sc 12/.
Special Selections may be bad for specific purposes " 2 10 10s /21 /30 ’/40 ’ & /so
«3- Orders for Daffodil Bulbs value err. and upwards, the Two uncoloured Illustrations, No. i, will be sent ■
No- 3, and° No°6 /^ffodil orfers^ssr’ and upw^rds^'a/, N ° -
SELECTIONS OF BARR’S INEXPENSIVE DAFFODILS
Embracing Groups L, 18 ., and ill.
To plant ln Grass, Orchards Woodland Walks, Shrubberies, and by Streams and Lakes
also to force for the Cut Flowers. ’
430 1000 In 10 var. 63/, ln 20 var. 84/, in 30 var. 105/.
431 600 In 10 var. 33/, ln 20 var. 46/, In 30 var 65/
100 In 10 var. 7/6, In 20 var. 10/6, In 30 var. 12/6.
436 ' - - - —
437
432
433 50 in 10 var. 4/6, In 17 var. 5/6, in 25 var. 7/6.
434 30 In 10 var. 3/6, ln 15 var. 4/6, ln 30 var. 6/6.
• 1- 435 12 in 12 varieties 2/6, 3/6, & 4/6.
Choice mixed Daffodils of many sorts for naturalization. ..per 1000, 30/ ; per 100, 4/6.
») >> t> it ,, 21/' 3/6
The Peerless, Chalice-cupped Star Narcissi, mixed colours (Incomparabilis Barrii and
Leedsli varieties), for naturalization in grass, etc. The grand effect of these light graceful
Daffodils must be seen to be realized as naturalized plants. Their value as cut flowers for
b \ over - estimated - (Set what Mr. William Robinson says off them,
page 3 of Daffodil Catalogue) per 1000, 42/ ; per 100, 6/6 ; per doz 1/0
Trumpet Daffodils, mixed, including Princeps, Absclssus, Variiformis, Telamouius plenus
etc., for naturalization in grass, etc per 1000, 42/ ; per ICO, 5/6 ; per doz P 10. ’
440 Poet s Daffodils, or, Star Narcissi, in mixture, including early and late-flowering Poetlcus
and varieties of burbidgel for naturalization in grass, etc. ( See what Mr. I Villiam Rob, man
says of the beauty of these Poet s Narcissi, when naturalized, page 3). The cut flowers are
much prized for their graceful beauty per 1000, 42/ \ per 100, 6/6 ; per doz 1/0
m- For a list of separate kinds of Daffodils to naturalize in plantations, see page 15 oi Daffodil Catalogue.
King Street, Covent Garden , 1892.]
433
439
POLYANTHUS NARCISSI, CHINESE SACRED LILY, AND JONQUILS.
POLYANTHUS, OR BUNCH-FLOWERED NARCISSI.
The Polyanthus Narcissus has rich golden-yellow or snow-white sweet-scented flowers and “
mired borders, the Polyanthus Narcissi are great favourites. OThlt - nouhls
Where limners are in demand in November, December, and early in January, the Paper White and Double
Roman Narcissi are invaluable, and when forced as required, these and the Roman Hyacinths (. sec culture, p a e )
jzjt had in bloom from November.
i* «/4mTntTa T>A1J •nfW-nTTT.TTTHI!
d.
0
6
6
SELECTIONS TOR POT-CULTURE.
441
442 S
143 €
6 each 16 splendid varieties 30
16
15/ & 21
Q ... . v/
SELECTIONS TOR BEDS, BORDERS, RUSTIC BASKETS = BOXES, ETC.
444
445
446
3 each 12 splendid varieties 8/6 & 11
2 6/6*7
l ” ” ,, 3/6 & 6
447 20 each 5 beautiful varieties 16 0
448 10 „ „ „ „ I ®
WHITE, WITH CITRON, YELLOW, or ORANGE CUP.
per doz. each.
». d. b. d.
153 Bazelman major, broad, large pure
white perianth, cup stained orange IJ 0...1 6
454 Gloriosus, perianth white, cup
orange 2 ° •° 3
455 Grand Monarque (florlbundus),
broad white perianth, cup yellow .. 3 6...0 5
456 Her Majesty, broad pure white
perianth, cup orange 6 0...0 8
467 Orlentalis (Muzart), perianth
white, cup stained orange, p. 100 , 12 / 2 0...0 3
458 Paper White (papyraceus), pure
white, valuable for ver)'
early-forcing, per 100,6/6 1 0...0 3
459 „ „ "Early Snowflake,”
a great acquisition, having larger
flowers and blooming earlier than
the preceding variety ; very free
p. ioo, \os. 6 d. 1 6...0 3
460 Queen of the Netherlands, pure
white perianth, orange-yellow cup 4 6...0 6
461 Staten General, perianth white,
cup yellow 2 0...0 3
462 "SciUy Isles” White, perianth
white, cup creamy white, very
early per 100, lor. 6 d. 1 6...0 3
463 White Pearl, perianth pure white,
cup almost white 3 6...0 5
464 White Perfection [new), pure white,
perianth and cup, very beautiful... 5 6...0 7
450
451
452
3 each 5 beautiful varieties 3
Choice mixed per 100, 9/6; per doz. 1
Fine mixed 7/6; ,, 1
d.
6 ..
YELLOW, WITH YELLOW OR ORANGE CUP.
Adonla [new), perianth deep primrose ,P cr doz - cacfl *
cup deep golden-yellow, large well- Sl
formed flowers 5
Apollo, perianth primrose, cup deep
yellow
Bathurst, perianth primrose, cup
orange
CharlesDickens , perianth primrose,
cup orange, large flower, distinct...
Grand Soleil d'Or, perianth rich
yellow, cup deep orange, early 2
Jaune Supreme, perianth yellow,
cup orange 2
Sir Isaac Newton, perianth golden-
yellow, cup orange-yellow, large ... 3
INTERMEDIUS, BEAUTIFUL SMALL TAZETTAS.
472 Bifrons, perianth full yellow, cup
orange , very showy in bouquets ... 3 6...0 4
473 " Sunset," perianth canary -yellow,
cup rich orange-scarlet, remarkably
beautiful and distinct, very hardy 15 o...r 6
DOUBLE-FLOWERING POLYANTHUS NARCISSUS.
474 Double Roman Narcissus, double
white with orange nectary, in-
valuable for early - forcing, the
individual flmvers being used in
buttonhole bouquets, etc.
per roo, 6 s. 6 d.
Nobilisslmus, double white with
yellow centre, distinct and pretty...
465
466
467
468
469
470
471
2 6...0 4
3 6...0 s
3 6...0 s
6...0 4
6...0 s
i 0...0 3
475
..o 4
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 is a species of Polyanthus Narcissus, annually imported from Northern China, and prized for the abun-
dance of its flowers and marvellously rapid growth. The flowers are white, with yellow cup, and very fragrant.
F-irh bulb usually produces several flower spikes, eacli bearing many flowers, and the Chinese call the best culti-
vated and largest developed blooms, " Grand Emperor.” In China and Japan the bulbs are grown m 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, and successful culture is regarded as an emblem ol "Good
Luck " The bulb in this country can be grown as successfully as in China, and it is most interesting to watch
growth, which is something like 20.inches in forty days in a sunny window by day, and on a table near
die firenlace by night, as frost destroys the flower buds. The natural atmosphere of a warm greenhouse suits
the flower well. Fuller particulars of culture sent with the bulbs. Orders now booked for immediate
delivery on arrival. s d
■476 Extra large Bulbs, expected to arrive early in December per doz. 10/6 ; each 1 o
Fancy Decorated Japanese Bowls, same as used by the Chinese for growing the “Good Luck Lily ' in.
For 1 bulb, 1/ & 1/3 ; for 3 bulbs, 2/ ; for 6 bulbs, 4/6
SWEET-SCENTED JONQUILS.
The Double and Single Jonquils are prized for their graceful sweet-scented flowers in or out of doors.
'For in-door decoration three to six bulbs should be grown in a 4 or 5-inch pot, and cultivated the same as the
Hyacinth in all respects, whether for early flowering or succession. If planted out-doors and treated the same as
hardy Daffodils, a long succession of these sweet-scented flowers for room decoration may be maintained, per doz.
' AfT S, (l.
Jonquilla minor, single yellow i 6
477
•478
per doz,
a. d.
Single Jonquils, rich full yellow,
per ioo, 4*. 6 d. o
„ ,, extra large bulbs „ 6 s. 6 d. i
479
480
Double Jonquils, flmvers of a rich full
yellow, small and very elegant, p. ioo, 12/6 1
Barr and Son,
BEAUTIFUL EARLY SINGLE TULIPS.
I
THE TULIP.
London, X^i!‘ W Dou6U Tuli t swer ‘ awarded First Prize at the International Horticultural Exhibition,
The Tulip is extremely hardy, and of easy culture, flowering as freely in the shade as in the sunshine and
producing as fine flowers in a confined town garden, as in more favoured places. Double and single Tulips
when mixed together and planted in front of shrubs, maintain a longer display, than if either are planted
thanes of T I SiDs r Sdll^Sri™ e rh" er !f d5 T St b a kept Z% from ,he earliest da *n of Spring, plant between!
tne lines ot 1 ulips, Scilla sibinca, Chionodoxa, Snowdrops, or Crocus ; these flower first, and when out of bloom
the leaves form a charming green groundwork for the blossoms of the Tulip.
EARLY SINGLE TULIPS.
Those alone who have massed the different varieties of Single Tulips, planting the bulbs e inches apart
can form an idea of their beauty and great diversity in shade and colour, and the grand effect they produce
burns in a“n // ° r » Slngle is . extensive| y 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.
Z-IZ T- ,° f a V? V ,° Tull P' Nos - 604 to 608, flower together, and are of the same
height, which renders them valuable for beds and borders, where an early Spring display is required, also for
fuming designs. For early-forcing, to bloom with the Roman Hyacinth and Double Roman and Paper
White Narcissi, the scarlet and yellow Due Van Thol Tulip, No. 603, is extensively used. P
SINGLE TULIPS, SELECT VARIETIES, FOR OUT-DOOR CULTURE, OR FOR POTS INDOORS.
481 6 each 30 splendid named varieties ... 18 o
432 3 each 30 „ „ ,, . . 12 o
483 3 each 20 „ „ „ 7S 6 d. '& 10 6
484 3 each 10 „ ,, ,, 31 . 6 a'. & 3 6
486
10 each of 20 beautiful varieties
8 .
d.
486
6 each of 20
ft
487
3 each of 20 ,,
ft
488
leach of 20
shades produce a most brilliant effect, 5 *. 6d. per 100 , 10 d. per dozen.
per 100 . per doz. ,
d. s. d.
490 Adeline, deep rose-carmine , large *.
handsome flower 15
491 Artus, dark scarlet , showy 6
492 Bacchus, rich dark crimson 7
493 Bride of Haarlem, scarlet, feathered
white , handsome 22
494 Brutus Red, orange-scarlet , edged
yellow , dinar/, forces well 8
495 ,, golden, striped red, dwa rf,
very handsome, forces well 12
496 Canary Bird , fine pure yellow 14
497 Cerise Orisdeline, purple -cerise,
edged white, very beautiful 14
498 Chrysolora, pure yellow, large and
handsome 12
499 Claremont, golden-striped, large
handsome flower, striped scarlet
and gold jj
500 Cottage Maid, beautiful rose-pink,
shaded white 17
501 Couleur Cardinal, crimson-scarlet ,
a most valuable variety for beds ... 8
502 Couleur Ponceau, rich cerise 6
603 Due Van Thol, scarlet, edged yellow 7
11 brilliant scarlet 5
„ bright yellow 17
blush-rose, beautiful ... 12
„ pure white 18
j, purple - cerise, edged
White, distinct and beautiful 10
509 Duchesse de Parma, bright-scarlet,
margined arid flushed gold 7
510 Fabiola, rose-violet, striped and fea-
thered white, splendid large flower J 2
511 Golden Prince, pure yellow 12
512 Keizerskroon, crimson-scarlet, deeply
edged bright yellow, very large
handsome flowers 12
504
605
506
507
508
0...2
6. ..1
6. ..1
6.-3
6 ... i 3
513 La Belle Alliance
6.. . 1
6 . . .2
6 . . .2
6.. . 1
6. ..2 6
6... 1 3
6. ..1 o
6 . . .1 3
6 .. .0 10
6 . . .2 6
6 . . .1 9
6 . . .2 6
6
6... 1
614 La Laiti&re, pure white, flushei
azure-blue , distinct and beautiful
515 Pottebakker
Yellow
516
617
618 Princess Ida, white', shaded delicate
creamy yellow , very beautiful
619 Princess Marianne, pure white, dies
All large- |
Scarlet". .... 1 J lower f &»/ >
Pure White \f ame height. J
521 Queen Victoria, white, tinged rose...
622 Rose Grisdeline, rose, tinged white...
623 Rose Luisante, beautiful rose, large
624 Rose Superbe, beautiful full rose ...
625 Rosamund!, delicate rose - pink,
shaded white , beautiful
626 Silver Standard, scarlet, striped and
feathered pure white
627 Thomas Moore, terra-cotta colour ,
distinct and beautiful
528 Van der Neer, rich violet, very hand-
529 Van Vondel, crimson-scarlet, flushed
white, handsome large flower
630 Vermilion Brilliant, dazzling ver-
milion-scarlet, splendid colour,
early
531 Vesuvius, rich deep vermilion
scarlet, very handsome
632 Wouwerman, rich dark purple, fine
handsome flower
633 Yellow Prince, rich pure yellow, a
splendid variety for bedding
per ioo. per doz.
8.
d. t.
d.
8
r
6...1
3
21
o-3
0
13
6. ..2
0
II
6...1
9
17
6. ..2
6
12
6... 1
9
12
6... 1
9
^ 18
6. ..2
6
7
6...1
3
12
6... 1
9
21
0...3
0
15
0...2
3
II
6... 1
9
8
6... 1
3
12
6...1
9
6
6... 1
0
IX
6 . ..r
9
17
6 ... 2
6
12
6... 1
9
s
6... 1
O
12
6... 1
9
BEAUTIFUL NEW AND RARE EARLY SINGLE TULIPS.
All of the greatest beauty, and we recommend them with every confidence for in or out-door decoration.
^ per doz. each.
534 Bride of Haarlem Golden, rich ». d. s. d.
scarlet, shot with gold, handsome... 6 6...0 8
536 Koh-i-Noor, very dark rich scarlet ,
very large handsome flower 4 6...0 6
536 Lac Dor4e, true, dark cerise, with
broad snow-white margin. As the
flower developes , it sports into gold
and scarlet , very beautiful 3 6
637 La Riante, beautiful large bright rose 5 6...0 6
638 Le Matelas, deep rose, edged white ,
very beautiful and early 6 0...0 8
King Street, Covent Garden, 1892 .]
per doz. each.
d.
6
539 Nelly, a remarkably large handsome s. d.
pure white flower, forces well 5 6...0
540 Ophlr d’Or, rich golden-yellow, large
handsome flower. The best of
yellows 3 6.. t0 4
541 Roi Pepin, white , striped red , large
and handsome ... 4 6...0 6
542 Van Vondel white, very large hand-
some pure white flowers. The finest
of all single white Tulips 7 6...0 9
TULIPS, EARLY DOUBLE AND SINGLE MA Y-FLOWERING SPECIES .
DOUBLE TULIPS.
Double TuliD3 have massive flowers of brilliant, diversified, and beautiful colours, and are suitable for
bed, 5£3 oT 5 «W"S> » «... b«l, *«d ,1, rutted,,. l'lu«,d m of thru, or
■"“vrrs^
tssssea astfr sjasa su»
slZld be bulbs in a pot, and receive the same cultural treatment as the Hyacinth t or
beds P or masses, Rex Rubrorum, scarlet, is the best to associate with La Candeur, white , and, so arranged, t
... o _ ni , U,, hi. piv inonoc ci nfl r t
effect is unrivalled amongst Spring flowers.
543 10 each 12 splendid varieties
644 5 ., 12
Plant the bulbs six inches apart.
OUR OWN SELECTIONS.
i2 6 I 645 3 each 12 splendid varieties
6 6 646 1 „ 12 „
2 s. &
s. d.
4 6
3 °
647 Choice Mixed Double Tulips, for fifling 'beds .grouping «»
^Mtiv^^l^tong'in^^u.y.forming^a'ralMbteiucc^toi^^^e^angle ^irly is** use'll* twr
648 Early Double Due Van Thol, red, margined yellow.
edgings and broad marginal lines, also to force
as. 6 d. per ioo ; 8 d. per dozen.
^ per 100. per doz.
with the Early Single Due Van Thol Tulips,
649 Couronne de Cerise, deep cerise,
very beautiful
650 Couronne ties Roses, true, very
(l s. cl.
651 Gloria Solis, scarlet , deeply edged
662 Harlequin, pure white striped,
crimson very large , showy and
563 Imperator Rubrorum, rich crim-
son-scarlet, beautiful
555 Mariage de ma Fill beautiful pure
white, with cherry-coloured stripe,
late
556 Murillo, rose and white, a mostbeau-
8
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per 100. per doz.
d.
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6...I 3
6.. .1
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557 Overwlnnaar, white, striped rose- «•
violet, very handsome , late 9
658 Pseony Gold, crimson, striped gold,
handsome and showy 7
659 Rex Rubrorum, brilliant crimson-
scarlet, splendid IO
560 Rosalie, beautiful deep carmine-rose i3
561 Rose Blanche, the purest and best
double white Tulip *5
562 Salvator Rosa, fine delicate rose,
early ••••• 3 2
563 Tournesol, scarlet , edged yellow,
very beautiful, early 10
564 Tournesol Yellow, yellow, flushed
orange, very fine, early i3
565 Yellow Rose, very beautiful pure
yellow fragrant flowers, late 6 6...I
0...4
6. ..i 6
6. ..2 6
SHOWY AND BEAUTIFUL MAY-FLOWERING SINGLE TULIPS.
This imDortant section of Tulips connects, so to speak, the Spring and Summer flowers, and the appreciation
of apparent, from the ready sale and high prices realized for their cut
flowers and the oft-repeated enquiry for the "old-fashioned Tulips of cottage gardens ; ' these usually consist of
the discarded self-coloSred unbroken seedlings of the florists' flowers. During the first J£ S “* e a “ d in
Florists' Tulips were the delight of thousands of amateurs from the Land s End to John O Groat s House, and it
Holland at an earlier date A change of taste set in with the "bedding-out system," and our grandfathers
flowers had to take a back seat; the number of amateurs gradually dwindled, and now few collectioim are to be
found in the Home or Southern Counties, but around Manchester the amateur is still to be found amongst the
ranks of those who toil and those who live in affluence; and over the Tulip beds, and at the
and servant meet in healthy rivalry and discuss the merits of this or that variety of Bizarres, Bybloemens 01 Roses,
?hes™g SS into Wh4 the Florists’ Tulips are divided Bizarres me those wuh the ground- o our
yellow ; Byblosmens, the ground-colour white ; Rnaes the eround colour white. The amateur ot the luture
’will have no reason to complain of the period of apathy of the masses, as the few who continued to cultivate the
Florists' Tulip were not idle. Fine varieties continued to be raised,
is now completely in the rear, and England can boast of being
the stockholder of the finest Florists' Tulips in Europe. We are not, however, concerned solely with our grand-
day, so that Holland who formerly led the van i
fafhe'ris Tblip^ °or b'eyond^Vese have sprung I'lp^a 'i^nber or quasi”specles ora highly decorative diaractM’, and
lo these we have given time and attention in getting them together, and hope annually to make additions of such
snr'tsas are decorative in May, and can be naturalized or planted in permanent flower borders, shrubberies or
used for filling beds, etc. Mr. William Robinson in his paper at the Conference on Hardy Flowers, described
his success in naturalizing Tulipa sylvestris, and recommends naturalizing I clips in copses or drives through
woods. If in cottage gardens, Tulips, such as we have referred to, remain uninjured and undistuibed for many
years why should not the same success attend their being naturalized in copses, etc..
666 Showy Late Dutch Florists' Tulips, In choice mixture, Bizarres, Byblosmens, Roses and self-
- and. borders per ioo, is. 6 d.\ per doz jf 3
colours very showy in beds and borders ... per ioo, 7*. .
667 Showy Late Dutch Darwin Tulips, in brilliant shades of self-colours, from glowing reds, roses and
Ij^P*. pyeelvioltt anTlloses, %d *'*
21 s. ; per doz. 3/-
568 Splendid English Florists’ Tulips In mixture, Bizarres, Byblosmens,
breeders, from a fine English strain P cr 100 ’
The following are all very beautiful Tulips for beds or borders, and flower jnJMay^
per doz.— each
per doz.— each .
669 Buenoventura, scarlet and gold
flaked, large , handsome and showy
per ico, 21/-
670 Cornuta, yellow and red streaked, a
curious Tulip, with fantastically
twisted horn-like petals 4
571 Elegans, true, large dark crimson,
petals elegantly reflexed ... 2
672 ,, variegata, large crimson,
striped gold , showy and handsome 3
d.
3 c...o 4
6...0 6
0...0 4
673 Fulgens, rich showy crimson 2
574 Gesneriaua major, large rich crim-
son-scarlet flowers, with glittering
blue-black centre; grand for dis-
tant effect in beds or borders ,
per 100, 7/6 1
575 Golden Beauty ( Bouton d’or). the
richest and deepest golden colour of
all Tulips p. 100, 15/- 2
d.
6...0
3... 0 3
3-0
[Barr and Son,
TULIPS, PARROT AND SPECIES, AND CHEAP CROCUSES.
13
Showy May-flowering Tulips— continued.
„ . per doz.— each.
576 Golden. Eagle ( Golden Crown), large s. d. s. d.
showy yellow flowers , edged crim-
son , with pointed petals ... p. 1 00, 8/6 1 3
577 Macrospeila, large rich crimson
flowers , with black and yellow
centre , very handsome, p. 100,40/- 5 6...0 6
578 Narhonensis alba, pretty clear
white, narrowly margined crim-
son, elegantly poitited petals 3 6...0 4
579 PIcotee, beautiful large white flowers ,
margined rose - carmine, petals
gracefully recurved. ..per 100, 25/ ; 3 6...0 4
PARROT
680 Retroflexa, beautiful large yellow
flowers, petals elegantly recurved... 6
681 Rose Pompon, beautiful light rose ,
shaded white 5
682 Sylvestris major, graceful yellow
sweet-scented flowers 3
583 Viridiflora, green, edged yellow,
curious 2
684 ,, prsecox, splendid large
flowers , green and pale yellow 12
686 Yellow Queen, large handsome soft
yellow flowers, a great beauty 10
per cloz. — each.
6...0
6...0 6
6...0 4
6...0 3
6...1
TULIPS, WITH LACINIATED PETALS ( May -flowering).
These ha y e l ar S e « characteristic blossoms with curiously laciniated petals, and richly varied shades of beau-
tiful 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.
The named varieties offered are all strongest bulbs, and may reasonably be expected to flower ; but as there is an
unaccoiin table uncertainty in these T ulips all flowering, we advise them not to be used for filling beds, but to be
planted m flower borders, or naturalized.
686 12 bulbs each of the Parrot Tulips named below, 10s. 6d. ; 6 each, 6s. 6<L
. _ , per doz.— l.
687 Admiral de Constantinople, red, slightly
tipped orange, showy x
588 Coffee-Colour, crimson-brown, striped
yellow and green 2
589 Crimson Beauty, brilliant deep crimson 4
per doz. — s.
I 590 Large Yellow, pure yellow, slightly striped
3 crimson and green , showy 1
1 691 Perfecta, yellow, striped green, tipped scarlet ,
6 1 showy and beautiful 1
6 692 Splendid Mixed, from above-named sorts,
p. 100, 7/6 1
SPECIES OF TULIPS.
per doz.— each.
BEAUTIFUL SINGLE
The following species are all beautiful. Clusiana, has Ixia-like flowers and is a gem ; Greigii has beautiful
showy flowers with large handsomely spotted leaves ; Kolpakowskiana, Linifolia, Oculus Solis, and Undulati-
jolm are showy and beautiful ; Haageri, Leichtlini, and Orphanidea are very distinct and attractive ; Persica is
■dwarf, fragrant, flonferous, and useful as an edging.
pe '
693 Clusiana, white , striped red, with
violet centre, beautiful 4
694 Greigii, large brilliant orange-
scarlet floivers, with black- spotted
centre, foliage spotted like Orchis
maculata 12
595 Haageri, dark red, black and yellow
centre, very attractive ..p. ioo, 30/
596 Kolpakowskiana, large handsome
brilliant vermilion, black centre...
597 Leichtlini, white inside, outside
, bright coral- red, p/ city dwarf
species
d.
6...0
4 6...0
6...0 3
6...0 o
3
6...0
per doz. — each .
698 Linifolia, beautiful dwarf species with s. d. s. d.
narrow foliage and bright scarlet
flowers, hi. 3 to 4 in 1 6
699 Oculus Solis, large crimson flowers
with black centre 2
600 Orphanidea, from Greece, bright
orange-yellow , with black centre ... 7
601 Persica, bright yellow, fragrant,
dwarf good for edgings p. 100, 8/6 1
602 Saxatilis, rose, with bright yellow eye 5
603 Undulatlfolia, rich scarlet, centre
black and yellow, narrow undu-
lated foliage, dwarf 10 6... 1 o
604 Vitellina, beautiful pale lemon-colour ... 2 6
CROCUSES.
The Crocus is one of the earliest flowers of Spring, and occupies a prominent place in every garden.
Planted as an edging in triple lines of one or more colours, the effect is striking. No Spring display sur-
passes that of broad wavy bands of golden-yellow, striped, purple, or of pure white Crocuses, when they ex-
pand their blossoms in February and March. In lawns and pleasure parks, planted in the grass, the Crocuses are
extremely effective. For several years past in “ Rotten Row,” and other of the Royal Parks, Crocuses, Snow-
drops, Daffodils, &c., have been planted in the grass, to the great delight of visitors, and the enhanced
decoration of the parks. In wild gardens, woodland walks, etc., the Crocus should be associated with the
violet, the primrose, and the oxlip.
CHEAP DUTCH CROCUSES, FOR LARGE PLANTINGS.
To encourage extensive planting in shrubberies, woodlands, wild gardens, in grass, on lawns, pleasure parks,
Y? CUS ^? r « cluo * ed tlie thousand cheaply. For a gorgeous effect in early spring nothing can equal
the Golden Yellow Crocus, masses of which will attract the eye at a great distance.
605 1000 In 8 varieties 16 6 1 go7 260 in 8 varieties a 6
606 600 in 8 „ 8 6 | 608 100 in 8 ,, ....!!!"*!!!!!!!!"!! 2 o
609 Mixed, all colours per 100, is. 6 d., per 1000, 10 s. 6 d.
per 1000. per 100.
610 Large Purple 13 6...1 8
611 Large Light Blue 12 6...1 6
612 Large Striped 12 6...1 6
613 Large White 13 6...1 8
614 Golden- Yellow 15 0...1 9
t>15 Large Golden -Yellow 21 0...2 6
<616 Extra Large Golden-Yellow 32 0...3 6
per 1000. per 100.
617 Cloth of Silver, white, striped purple
or lilac x6
618 Cloth of Gold, golden-yellow, striped
6 ... 2
brown
619 Sulphureus
concolor, beautiful
sulphur colour
620 ,. „ striatus, sulphur,
striped crimson-brown
15 0...2
...3 6
CHOICE NAMED LARGE-FLOWERED DUTCH CROCUS. Large Roots.
The following large-flowered named Crocuses are recommended for planting in groups, edgings, select beds,
*nd in designs. There are purples and blues of shades, pure whites, rich yellow, light and dark striped sorts, &c.
When the crocus is grown in pots, plant thickly, and treat as recommended for the cultivation of the Hyacinth,
on page 7. When removed from under the ashes, place in an airy situation, and give water very freely.
■King Street, Covent Garden , 1892.]
i4 LARGE-FLOWERED AND BEAUTIFUL SPECIES OF CROCUS, AND SNOWDROPS.
Large-flowered Dutch Crocus —continued.
BARR AND SON'S SELECTIONS.
s. d. s ■ d -
622 1000 In 10 splendid varieties 25 o I 624 260 In 10 splendid varieties 7 o
623 600 in 10 ,, 13 6 I 625 100 In 16 ,, 3 6
626 Extra fine mixed, from named varieties, all colours per 100 , as. ; per 1000 , 18 s.
per 100. per doz.
«. d. 8. d.
627 Barr’s Giant Golden-Yellow, these
produce abundance of flowers 5 6...0 10
628 Czar Peter, splendid rich light blue. 2 6...0 6
629 David Rizzio, deep purple 2 6...0 6
630 Diamond {new), pure white , splendid
large flowers 4 6...0 8
631 Emilius, white, with rosy stripe 2 6...0 6
632 King of Blues, intense blue-purple... 2 6...0 6
633 La Neige, snow-white 4 6...° 8
634 Lilaceus superbus, light blue ,
tipped white 3 6...0 6
635 L’Unlque, claret-purple 4 6-*-° 8
636 Madame Mina, white, striped lilac 2 6...0 6
637 Mr. Thackeray, rich dark purple,
large globular flowers 3 0...0 6
per 100. per doz.
8 . d. a. d.
638 Mrs. Beecher Stowe, pure white ... 3 6...0 6
639 Mont Blanc, large pure white 2 6...0 6
640 No Plus Ultra, fine deep purple,
tipped white 2 6...0 6
641 Pride of Albion, white, striped violet ,
large and fine 2 6...0 6
642 Purpurea grandiflora. rich deep
purple, very large and splendid.... 3 0...0 6
643 Queen of Purples, splendid large
deep purple flowers 3 6...0 6
644 Queen Victoria, pure white 2 6...0 6
645 Snow Queen, splendid large snow.
white flowers 4 6...0 &
646 Sir Walter Scott, beautifully pen-
cilled lilac, very large 2 6...0 6
A FEW BEAUTIFUL SPECIES OF CROCUSES.
Autumn, Winter, and Spring-Flowering.
These beautiful Crocuses are mostly wild species, collected by George Maw, Esq., in Greece, Syria,
Palestine, etc., and cannot fail to be acceptable additions to our hardy flowers, especially the species which
flower in Autumn and Winter, as they form a connecting link between the bulbous plants of bummer and those
of Spring. At our Nurseries, Long Ditton, we have one or other of these beautilul Crocuses in bloom from
September to April. On rockwork and other select places these beautiful Crocuses are seen to great advantage.
SELECTIONS OF AUTUMN, WINTER, AND SPRING-FLOWERING RARE AND BEAUTIFUL CROCUS SPECIES.
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d.
647
3 eacli 70 beautiful species ....
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661 3 each 20 beautiful species, 21 s., 30 s., & 42 o
662 1 ,, 20 ,, ,, 7s. 6d., ios. 6d., & 15 o
663 3 ,, 12 ,, „ 15 s., 21 s., 30 s., & 42 o
664 1 ,, 12 ,, 5s. 6d., 7s. 6d.,ios. 6d., S IJ o
smr A Descriptive List of our complete collection of Autumn, Winter and Spring-flowering Species of
Crocus, can be had on application. The few species quoted below are those we can offer cheap by the 100. Uur
Mr. Peter Barr describes the grand effect of Crocus Cartwrightianus^on the mountains of Spam as surrounded
by snow, a sheet of coloured blossoms , fully open in the noonday sun.
. per 100. per doz.
Autumn-flowering. s- j' s , 4.
665 Crocus asturicus, purple -lilac,
darker stripes at base 7 6...1 3
656 ,, longiflorus (odorus), soft rose-
lilac S 6—1 °
667 ,, ochroleucus, creamy white,
bright orange base 15 0...2 6
658 ,, Salzmannl, lilac. dark-feathered 5 6...1 o
659 ,, speciosus, bright blue, very
effective in lines and masses .. 5 6...1 o
660 ,, zonatus , rose-lilac, with scarlet
zone, most beautiful ...each, 4d. 24 0...3 6
Winter. flowering.
661 Crocus Chrysanthus fusco-tinctus,
clear yellow, stained brown,
each, 3d. 15 0...2 6
,,, , . , per 100. per doz.
Winter-flowering — continued. r 4,
662 Crocus Imperati, violet, fawn, and
black, beautiful and distinct 5 6...1 o
Spring-flowering.
663 Crocus Olivieri, bright orasege, each, 3d. 15 0...2 6
664 ,, obesus, purple, shading to
darker purple 7 6... I 3
665 ,, blflorus argenteus, snow-
white feathered, stigmas orange
each, 4d. 21 0...3 6
666 ,, stellaris, orange, feathered
purple-brown , showy 3 6.. o 9
667 ,, Tommaslntanus, pale sapphire-
lavender 10 6... 1 6
668 „ vernus, Ira Aldridge, pretty pale
lilac, flushed white ...each, 3d. 15 0...2 6
SNOWDROP (Galanthus Nivalis, etc.)
In the early Spring months, there is nothing more beautiful than a sheet of the snowy graceful blossoms of
the Snowdrop. In planting an edging, mass, or a bed, whether in the turf of the lawn or in the flower garden,
the bulbs suuuld almost touch each other. A bed of surpassing beauty may be arranged, Snowdrops in the
centre, with a deep fringe of bright blue Scillassibirica, bifolia, or Chionodoxa Lucilias, sardensis, or gig an tea ; a
charming effect is also produced by intermingling in the proportions of two-thirds Snowdrops to one-third
Scillas or Chionodoxas. When practicable such plantings of the Snowdrop should be permanent, and the
surface of the soil in Summer, top dressed and sown with annuals, such as Nemophila, Leptosiphon, etc. , or
planted with surface rooting bedding plants. The Snowdrop and the Crocus when planted in alternate circles-
are very effective, and follow each other so closely, that no gap is left in the succession.
In beds of Tulips and Hyacinths, Snowdrops are very effective between the lines ; they flower while these 1
bulbs are just moving the surface, and when the flowers are over there remains an elegant groundwork of green
foliage, or if the foliage is not desired, it can be cut down close to the soil.
The Snowdrop is most generally used for permanent edgings and masses, but in the fringes of lawns,,
where the grass need not be cut till May, and in pleasure parks, nestling in the grass, the Snowdrop looks^
perhaps, most at home. In planting, the turf need not be disturbed, but holes about three inches apart ana
five inches deep should be made with a dibber, dropping in three inches of fresh soil, then three or more bulbs.
Snowdrops when planted on banks and grass slopes, look lovely. The New Giant Single Snowdrop, Galanthus
[Barr and Son ,
GIANT SNOWDROPS, CHIONODOXAS, AND SNOWFLAKES. 15
The Snowdrop— continued.
Elwesii, should be extensively used , the flowers being large are most valuable for cutting. The Chionodoxas-
are charming companions to Elwes' Giant Snowdrop ; indeed, both are found growing wild together, and as*
nature is never found out of harmony, the information maybe suggestive to those who desire to follow her
guidance in intermingling these early spring beauties.
669 Single-flowering Snowdrops per 1000
670 ,, ,, ,, extra foie bulbs „
671 Double-flowering Snowdrops ,,
672 ,, ,, ,, extra fine bulbs
673 Galanthus Elwesii, Extra Strong Selected Bulbs
674 „ ,, Good Selected Bulbs ,,
675 ,, ,, Small Bulbs for Naturalization ,,
676 ,, ,, A few very Large Bulbs for Pot Culture
Galanthus Elwesii is a distinct and beautiful species from the mountains near Smyrna, the largest and most
handsome of all Snowdrops. It has large pure white globular segments, with rich emerald-green and white
tube ; when first opening , the shape of the flower reminds one of the Fuchsia globosa in form , but much larger.
677 Galanthus latifolius (Redoutel), The Broad-Leaved Snowdrop, a fine distinct species , with broad
light green foliage per 1000, 405. ; per 100, 55. 6 d. ; per doz. o 10
678 ,, ,, ,, small bulbs to naturalize ,, 25?.; ,, 35.; ,, 08^
679 ,, plicatus (Giant Crimean Single Snowdrop), very large handsome flowers... per doz. 3/6; each o 4.
680 ,, Imperati, fine large white flowers, tall grower per 100. 12 s. 6d., ,, 2 s. ,, 03,
8.
d.
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CHIONODOXA (Glory of the Snow).
The Chionodoxa is now so widely known and appreciated, it appears almost superfluous to say anything-
in its praise. The bulbs are now very cheap, and as Mr. William Robinson in his paper at the Conference or-
Hardy Flowers recommends it for naturalizing, we may just add we feel sure that, naturalized, the Chiomxloxas*
will afford lasting pleasure. The species offered are gems amongst spring flowers.
Home-groiun roots only are quoted here, as they are fully decorative the first season. Collected roots, though'
cheaper , are not fully decorative till the second season.
Chionodoxa Lucilise (The Glory of the Snow). The most beautiful of all dwarf blue spring- flowers, and'
unsurpassed for edgings and masses in flower borders and on rockwork ; colour deep Ncmophila-blue , with
clear snow-white centre. Mr. George Maw, in describing the circumstances under which he found the
Chionodoxa Luciliae, says, “ At the lower level it was out of flower, but near the summit of the mountain
a mass was met with in full splendour, forming one of the most sumptuous displays of floral beauty J ever
beheld ; a mass of blue and white, resembling Nemophila insignis in colour, but more intense and brilliant.
Had Mr. Maw seen C. sardensis and C. gigantea, we feel sure he would have been filled with perhaps even
greater enthusiasm. The Chionodoxa Luciliae was figured in The Garden, July 3rd, 1880, and m 3878
the Floral Committee of the R. H. S. awarded to our specimens a First-Class Certificate.
681 Chionodoxa Lucilise, Fine Home-grown Bulbs p. iooo, 40J.; p. 100, 4J. 6d . ; p. doz. 8d.
682 „ ,, „ ,, ,, extra selected ,, 505.; ,, 55. 6 d.\ ,, sod.
Chionodoxa sardensis, introduced by us in 1883. A First-Class Certificate was awarded to our plants, 1885, .
by the R. H. S. , also by the Royal Botanic Society. The Garden of 14th March, 1885, refers to it thus : —
“ Chionodoxa sardensis is a gem among spring bulbs — one of the rare really blue flowers. A good sized
patch is strikingly brilliant , the petals are coloured nearly to the centre.” The deep gentian blue of this
flower renders it so striking that for distant effect it cannot be too highly recommended.
683 Chionodoxa sardensis, Fine Home-grown Bulbs p. 1000, 40J. ; p. roo, 4*. 6 d . ; p. doz. 8d
684 ,, „ ,, ,, ,, extra selected ,, 50*.; ,, 51. 6d.; „ io<jL
flST Beautiful Coloured Plate of C. Sardensis, sent for is. 6 d.
685 Chionodoxa gigantea (C. grandiflora ), (new 1889 ). A very distinct and beautiful species. Flowers twicf>
the size of C. Luciliae, more open, and of a beautiful soft lavender-blue, with white centre. The habit dwarf,
and robust. This is a most valuable acquisition to cur Spring flowers. A First-Class Certificate, Spring, 1893
Fine Home-grown Bulbs per 1000, 70J.; per 100, 8s. 6 d.; per doz. is. 3 d.
686 ,, ,, ,, extra selected ior. 6d.\ „ is. 6d.
687 Chionodoxa Alleni (new 1892 ), described by our collector as “ the finest of all the Chionodoxas, resembling
Gigantea , but bearing larger and more flowers, some blooms measuring two inches across, foliage broader
and altogether more massive.” Selected Collected Bulbs, per 100, 21 s. ; per doz. 33-.
SNOWFLAKES (Leiicojum).
SPRING, SUMMER, AND AUTUMN-FLOWERING.
Leucojum Vemum, the Spring Snowflake, is one of our earliest Spring flowers with blossoms resembling &
large Snowdrop, handsome in outline, and prized for bouquets. L. rEstivum and Hernandezii, the-
Summer Snowflakes, flower in April and May, and are remarkable for their elegant blossoms, which so closely
resemble a Snowdrop as not to be distinguishable from it when used in bouquets. L. Autumnale is a charming
neat graceful white, pink tipped Snowdrop-like flower, blooming in August and September. L. trn hophyllum
resembles Autumnale in its graceful growth, but the flowers are pure white and are produced in spring;:
this is a very rare plant, and is figured in Bot. Register, vol. vii., page 544 ; in its native habitat it vs founcfc
growing in pure sand. Mr. William Robinson, in his paper at the Conference on Hardy Flowers, remarked : —
“The early-flowering Leucojum is a more precious flower for gathering than the Snowdrop, and the late-
flowering Leucojum is graceful and handsome in grass.” each—#, a.
688 Autumnale (Acis Autumnalis), white and pink flowers in autumn, graceful in pots and on rockwork ,
etc. , ^ ft per doz. 3 s. 6 d. o 4
689 Trichophyllum, var. grandiflorum (Acis trichophylla), pure white, a rare and beautiful spring-
flowering species ; re-introduced by A. W. Tait, Esq per doz. 153. 1 6»
690 iEstivum, a handsome plant, bearing spikes of elegant drooping white flowers, in May , which arc
greatly prized for cutting, 1^ ft per 1000, 555. ; per 100, 6s. 6 d. ; per doz. 13. ...
691 ,, ' ,, Smailer Bulbs for naturalization ....per ioco, 423 .; per too, 4*. 6d. ...
692 Hernandezil (syn. Pulchellum), elegant drooping white flowers, in May, 1.5 ft., p. 100, 15/; p. doz. 2/6 o 3
693 Vernum, beautiful white flowers, in early spring ; valuable for edgings, masses, foot of rockwork , and
for naturalizing in grass , etc per 100, 6s. 6 d.\ per doz. is. ...
694 „ carpathicum, more vigorous in growth and more free-flowering than the type,
per ioo, 123 . 6 d. ; per doz. 2 s. o 3,
Kin^ Street, Covent Garden , 1892.]
i6
WINTER ACONITE, SCILLAS, PUSCHKINIA, AND MUSCARI.
WINTER ACONITE.
Early in Spring the golden blossoms of the Winter Aconite, resting on its emerald-green cushion of leaves ,
are very beautiful and effective, especially when associated with Snowdrops, Early Scillas, Chionodoxas,
Anemone fulgens, Apennina, etc. The green carpet produced by the foliage of Winter Aconite remains long
after the flowers have disappeared, and this enhances the value of the plant, especially in situations where it is
difficult to clothe the ground, such as under trees and In moist situations, which the Winter Aconite enjoys,
and where few other flowering plants will thrive. It is a good useful plant to naturalize in grass, etc.
695 Winter Aconite, per doz. 4 d.\ per 100, 2s.; per iooo, 15*.;
extra strong roots, per doz. 6 d.\ per 100, as. 6 d.\ per 1000, 21 s.
SCILLAS, Early-Flowering.
The effect in early Spring can hardly be over-estimated of the intense rich hyacinth-blue of Scilla Bibirica.,
and the beautiful ultramarine-blue of Scilla bifolia, contrasting with the snow-white of the Snowdrop, and the
varied hues of the Crocus. As permanent edgings these two early-flowering Scillas are most valuable Crown
in pots or jardinets, alone, or with other bulbs, they form a pleasing variety amongst indoor plants. In flower
beds and masses, the blossoms are so abundantly produced as to carpet the ground. Bifolia is the first in
bloom, and is closely followed by Sibirica. All good bulbs for naturalization atid permanent flower botders.
696 Sibirica, spikes of intense rich blue flowers . dwarf per iooo, 21/- ; per ioo, 2/6 ; per doz. 6d.
697 ,, ,, ,, ,, extra large bulbs, per iooo, 25/- ; per 100, 3/- ; per doz. 8<z.
698 ,, variety taurica, a new species from the Taurus Mountains , flowering two weeks earlier
than the \ Siberian species , No. 696 , flowers rich hyacinth-blue, and
pleasing green foliage per 100, 121. 6d. ; per doz. 2 s.
699 ti m a few immense bulbs, per ioo, iSs. ; per doz. 2 s. 9 d.
700 Bifoiia, of tile Taurus Mountains, deep blue , very dwarf; a charming early spring flower, invaluable
for masses and edgings in borders and on rockwork ...per iooo, 30*. ; per 100, 41. 6d. ; per doz. 8 d.
701 Bifolla alba, pure white , rare and beautiful per doz. 7s. 6d.\ each 9 d.
702 Taurica, fine spikes of rich large dark blue flowers per doz. 105. 6 d. ; each, ir.
703 ,, alba, pure white, fine spike of bloom . » ioj. 6 a. ; >,
SCILLAS, May-Flowering (Wood Hyacinths).
The Wood Hyacinth is the most decorative of May-flowering bulbs. Our native species, Scilla nutans
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 (S. campanulata ) of the Wood Hyacinth which we offer, have erect flower
spikes and are much larger and handsomer than our native plants, which have drooping flower spikes. All the
Wood Hyacinths are very effective in flower and shrubbery borders, and most valuable for wild gardens, wood-
land walks, and to naturalize. They also make charming pot-plants, and may be forced into bloom by March.
The white varietieb are greatly in demand to cut for table bouquets and vases. Mr. William Robinson, in
his paper at the Conference on Hardy Flowers, ref ers to the Spanish Scillas (S. campanulata vars.) as “ giving new
aspects of flower life." In addition to these we recommend Nos. 718 and 719 . p. 100. p. doz.
p. 100. p. doz.
704 Campanulata grandiflora, bells very *• ». d.
large, clear blue 8 6...1 3
705 ,, aperta, blue, striped white,
pretty and distinct 10 6...1 6
706 ,, alba, beautiful pure white
bells, fine 6 6...1 o
707 ,, ,, compacta, pure white
bells, compact truss , very fine 10 6...1 6
708 ,, Emperor, very large and beau- 714
t if ul, porcelain striped blue 15 o... 2 3 ,
716 Choice Mixed Wood Hyacinths, for naturalization in shrubberies, etc '.....per iooo, 30*.
716 Fine „ „ „ ,, „ >. 2TS -
717 English Blue Bells „ ,, .. 21*.
718 ,, Large Red Scillas ,, ,, >• 55 **
719 ,, ,, White Scillas, large spikes of white bells, prized for cutting ,, 55 ^
d. s. d.
709 Campanulata rosea, fine rose 6 6...1 o
710 ,, rosea maxima, fine
la rge rose-coloured flowers : 10 6 . . . 1 6
711 Patula major, large and handsome
dark porcelain bells 7 6...1 3
712 Nutans carnea, bells beautiful flesh
colour 12 6 ... 2 o
713 ,, lilacina , bells soft pale lilac ... 15 0...2 3
rosea , fine rose-coloured bells... 6 6...1 o
6...0 10
6...0 8
6.. .0 8
6.. . 1 o
6. . .1 o
SCILLAS, VARIOUS SPECIES.
Peruviana and Ciliaris are the giant-flowering Scillas of Summer, and when established are grand border
plants. Autumnalis japonica has beautiful rose-coloured flowers, and blooms from August
each — ». J
720 AutumnaU8,/wr^/<r-£/tftf per doz. 3/6
721 „ japonica, rose per doz. 3/6
722 Ciliaris, large spreading heads of beautiful
light blue flowers per doz. 55. (id.
o 6
each— 8. d
723 Peruviana, large handsome heads of dark
blue flowers ...per doz. 41. 6d. o 6
724 ,, alba, white • o 6
725 Verna, lilac-blue per doz. 2 s. 6 d. o 3
PUSCHKINIA.
This beautiful variety of PuschUinia offered is a first-class dwarf hardy April-flowering bulb, and should he
represented in the permanent flower horders of every garden ; it is charming on rockwork, and is also a
very pretty in-door pot-plant (6 bulbs in a pot). A coloured plate of it appeared in The Garden , 1878 and 1881.
726 FuscMdnla llbanotlca compacta, white, deeply shaded and striped blue, height 4 to 6 in., s. d.
per ioo, 12s. 6d. ; per doz. 2 s. ; each o 3
MUSCARI.
M. botryoldes, the Grape Hyacinth, has a neat dwarf compact growth, with flower spikes of dark blue, clear
pearl-blue, blush, or pure white. It is an admirable plant for edgings to permanent beds, and beautiful under
glass, 6 bulbs in a pot. M. neglectum, the Starch Hyacinth, is in bloom with M. botryoldes, but differs in
having a larger flower spike and the recumbent foliage. M. mosebatum, the Musk- Hyacinth, and its
varieties, have delightfully fragrant flowers, and are recommended for pot-culture. M. plumosum monstresum,
the plume-iike appearance of its handsome flowers has secured to it the name Feathered Hyacinth ; it is the
last in this section to flower, and deserves a place in every flower border and rockery. “ The Muscarl," says
f Barr and Son,
MUSCA RI , LILY OF T HE VALLEY, DIEL YTRA, SPIRAEA, AND IRISES. 17
Muse AR I — con tin ued.
Mr. William Robinson, in his paper at ike Conference on Hardy Flowers, " / made trial of and was delighted
with the pretty clouds of blue in the grass." We may add, these bulbs require no special culture or soil, and
may be naturalized anywhere , and are in flower for a long time.
per doz. each per doz. each
727 Armenlacum, ultramarine blue , *. d. *. d. ~~~ m ~ ' ' " ” ’ ’
very beautiful, ht. 6 in., p. ioo, 15/ 2 6...0 3
728 Azureum, beautiful sky-blue, earliest
of all the Muscaris. Figured in
The Garden, 1889 8 6 ,.o 9
729 Botryoides cceruleum (Grape Hya-
cinth), dark blue, ht. 6 in.,
per ioo, 2s. 6d. o 6
album, beautiful pure white
per 100, 51. 6d. o 10
candidum, white, tinged rose 5 6...0 6
leucophaeus, beautiful pale
porcelain-blue 7 0...0 9
pallidum grandiflorum, very
beautiful pale azure-blue 3 6...0 4
734 Conicum, large spikes of bright blue
floiuers, very early ; the finest of all
per 100, 2t s. 3 6...0 4
730
731
732
733
736
737
*. d. ». d.
4 6...0 6
...s 6
736 Moschatum, the Musk-Hyacinth,
very fragrant, ht. 8 in.
„ m aj or , the Large M usk-
Hyacinth, fragrant 6 6...0 8
,, flavum, large spikes
offline yellow fragrant
flowers, rare
738 Negloctum, large spikes of dark-blue
flowers, per 100, 5 s. 6d.
739 ,, majus, blue-black, large
and very early. Remains
long in. beauty . p. 100,6/6
740 Paradoxum, handsome spikes of dark
blue black flowers
741 Plumosum monstrosum (Feathered
Hyacinth), purple-lilac, p. 100,7/6
742 Szovitzianura, pretty light blue,
dwarf species per 100, 10/6
3
6...0
LILY OF THE VALLEY.
For forcing , and malting 'plantations out-of-doors.
The clumps of Lily of the Valley quoted, have been specially prepared, and cannot fail to give abundance
of flowers. In potting, the top of the crowns should be one inch below the rim of the pot ; tight potting is of
great importance, and care should be taken, in the first watering, that the moisture penetrates to the centre
of the clump. Prepared crowns are now extensively used by the growers for Covent Garden Market, who put
20 to 30 in a 5-inch pot. The Berlin crowns are the best for very early forcing. The prepared clumps we think
will be found by private growers preferable to crowns. The supply of Extra Selected clumps being limited,
orders should be booked early for dispatch in November.
Culture. — A moist atmosphere and abundance of water is indispensable to success in forcing Lily of the
Valley ; therefore, to encourage simultaneously the development of flower and foliage, most growers place the
pots in a shady damp part of the house, or invert a flower-pot over the crowns, till the flower and the foliage
have made some progress, then they are removed to a less shady situation. If they are grown in a dry atmos-
phere, or get an insufficient supply of moisture, the crowns, technically speaking, “ go blind."
Naturalization. — The Lily of the Valley is admirably adapted for this purpose, and the Dutch Crowns
will be found the best. each—*, d.
746 Dutch Crowns, for out door planting, and
naturalizing in woods, etc.,
per 100, 51. 6 d . ; per 1000, 42J.
743 Extra strong selected clumps, p. doz. 12/
744 Strong Berlin Crowns, for early-forcing,
per 100, 6s. ; per bundle of 25, 2 s.
DIELYTRA (LYRE FLOWERS). For forcing or planting out.
The most elegant of all forced plants for conservatory and room decoration, also to cut for furnishing
vases. The graceful pendant branches are loaded with beautiful red heart-shaped flowers, and furnished with
the most delicate rich green foliage. In shrubberies or herbaceous borders, few plants in summer are so
attractive as the Lyre Flower. „ch- 8 . d. each-.,, d.
746 Spectabllis, clumps, p. doz. 5/6 & 7/6; 6rf. & o 9 | 747 SpectabUls alba, while, 2 ft \ 6
SPIRiEA (THE MEADOW SWEET). For forcing , or planting out.
The large graceful, feathery, pure white, fragrant flowers of Spiraea japonica and the new variety com-
pacta multiflora surpass all else in this way to cut for furnishing vases, while the plants are amongst the most
decorative for the conservatory and room. In forcing, a moist atmosphere and abundance of water is necessary.
Spiraea palmata has feathery clusters of lovely rosy crimson blossoms, which for vases are greatly prized.
Spiraea japonica fol. aureo-reticulatis is a most handsome and ornamental plant, and forces as easily as S.
japonica. In sheltered moist borders out of doors these plants are very decorative.
each— s. d.
761 Palmata, lovely rosy crimson flowers,
clumps for forcing per doz. 7/6 o 9
762 ,, alba, elegant light-green foliage
with large spreading plumes of
snow-white flowers, beautiful 1 6
763 Astilboides, a lovely Japanese species, bear-
ing dense plumes of gracef ul snowy white
flowers clumps 2 6
each — s.
748 Japonica, white, strong clumps for
forcing p. doz. 5/6 o 6
749 ,, fol. aureo-reticulatis, golden -
blotched foliage, handsome,
clumps per doz. 10/6 1 o
760 ,, compacta multiflora {new),
dwarf and compact, with large
dense spikes of feathery white
flowers clumps, p. doz. 7/6 o 9
For other Species of Spiraeas, see Plant Catalogue.
IRISES.
The Iris is the “Orchid” of the flower garden. The blossoms of the Flag Iris are the most rich and
varied in colour of hardy plants, and should be extensively planted in flower and shrubbery borders, and naturalized
in wild gardens. As a cut-flower these Irises are invaluable, competing in richness and variety of colour with the
choicest and the most beautiful Orchids. A judicious selection of Flag Irises should include not only the rich
colours and the aesthetic combinations of colours, but such varieties that will ensure a succession from Christmas
to August, and this is achieved at an outlay not exceeding the cost of one specimen Orchid. See Daffodil Catalogue.
A selection can be made from the various bulbous Iris, which will give a succession of bloom from early
winter, see page 19. The Spanish bulbous Irises flower in June and are rich and varied in colour with curious
blending of shades ; these are followed by the English bulbous Irises, remarkable for their large flowers and
Tange of sumptuously beautiful colours.
To cut for filling vases and for table bouquets, all the Irises are admirably adapted, and when necessary to
forward the flowers to a distance, gather just when the buds are colouring and before expanding, and, like
the Gladioli, they will open in water .
King Street , Covent Garden, 1892. ]
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ENGLISH AND SPANISH IRISES.
ENGLISH IRIS (the large flowered bulbous iris of the Pyrenees).
Bulbs supplied September to December.
These magnificent Irises thrive best in a well-drained light or medium soil; when the soil is very heavy,
surround the bulbs with sand and see well to drainage. When convenient plant as soon after the beginning of
September as possible. We have planted as late as December, and even in January; but the earlier the planting
is done, the greater the success. The varieties offered have been specially selected from some of the largest
and best collections, as being most distinct, and will be found as strikingly beautiful and varied in colour as
the most sumptuous orchids of the hot-house.
t&r Our annual exhibits of cut flowers of this grand Iris at the London Summer Shows attract much
attention and elicit great admiration.
BARR AND SON’S SELECTIONS OF BEAUTIFUL ENGLISH IRISES.
s. d.
764 3 each of 24 magnificent varieties io 6
766 leach of 24 ,, 4 6
766 3 each of 12 ,, 6 6
767 Fine mixed per ioo, 4 / 6 ; per doz.
768 Choice mixed ,, 6/6 ,,
769 Named vars. , mixed ,, 10/6 ,,
per doz.
J&T S. is used to signify Standards, or the erect petals ; F. Falls, or the drooping petals. p s d '
760 Abigail, S. crimson-purple, edged and splashed lavender, F. delicate lavender, mottled violet 2 6..
761 Adrian, S. satin-rose and magenta, F. delicate lilac, spotted crimson-purple 2 6.
762 Ampblmachu8 , S . purple-black, F. rich velvety purple 2 6.
763 Amusant, S. violet-purple , F. rich deep blue , spotted dark purple 2 6.
764 Armlda, S. purple , splashed black, F. rich crimson-purple , spotted black 2 6.
765 Blanche Fleur, S. white, with rosy tinge, F. white 3 6.
766 Cavalgnac, S. rosy lilac , F. rose-lilac, tinged blue 2 6.
767 Cleo, S. violet-purple, flaked black , F. rich violet-blue 2 6.
768 Gertrude, S. fl ne mauve, flaked purple, F. lavender, spotted violet 2 6
769 Graaf Bentink, S. magenta, flaked white, F. white, spotted crimson 3 6.
770 Grande Celeste, S. deep azure, F. celestial blue, very large 4 6.
771 Grande Blanche, S. white, slightly feathered purple, F. white, slightly blotched purple 3 6.
772 Henri IV., S. lavender, streaked purple, F. delicate lavender , slightly spotted lilac 2 6.
773 Hypocrates, S. soft mauve, F. motive, tinged blue 2 6.
774 King of the Blues, S. violet and black, F. rich blue, spotted dark violet 2 6.
775 La Charmante, S. deep lavender-blue, F. white, margined light lavender 3 6.
776 Le Llban, S . magenta-purple, splashed white, F. white , heavily flaked, purple-magenta 2 6
777 La Superbe, S. rose-purple, F. white, edged rose 2 6.
778 La Vierge, S. deep azure-blue, flaked dark violet, F. violet and black . 2 6.
779 Lilaclnus, S. deep lavender, splashed violet , F. pale lavender 2 6.
780 L’Unlque, S. claret-purple, T. purple, shading to blue 2 6
781 Mountain of Snow, S. and F. white, very large 5 6.
782 Mont Blanc. S. and F. pure white, very handsome per 100, 25/- 3 6.
783 Palatinus, S. deep ma uve, flaked purple, F.pale rosy-purple, with blue tinge 2 6.
784 Perfecta, S. mauve, flaked purple, F, mauve, shaded blue, and slightly spotted purple 2 6.
785 Pharon, 5. ruby-purple, F. velvety crimson-purple, with blue lustre , and white and yellow eye 2 6.
786 Ruby, S. ruby-purple, shaded black, F. velvety crimson-purple, with darker markings 2 6.
787 Simon, S. pale lavender, feathered purple, F. delicate lavender, slightly spotted violet 2 6.
788 Valnqueur, S. deep lavender, feathered violet, F. delicate lavender, slightly spotted violet 2 6
789 Victoria, S. magenta, flaked white, F. white, marbled rosy-purple 2 6,
790 Wapen 'van Rotterdam, S. rosy lilac, heavily flaked purple , F. delicate lilac, spotted violet ... 2 6,
s. d.
0 8
1 o
1 6
each.
s. d.
SPANISH IRIS (THE ORCHID-LIKE BULBOUS IRIS OF SPAIN).
Bulbs supplied September to December.
The Spanish Irises are in flower a fortnight before the English, and differ from them considerably, the
flowers being smaller, and the arrangement of colours quite different. In the combinations and curious
blendings of the shades, the flowers equal in beauty many of the rare orchids. To cut for vases and bouquets
they are greatly prized. They require the same cultural treatment as the English Iris. See coloured plate in
The Garden, 1881 .
S5T Our annual exhibits of cut blooms of these beautiful Irises, at the London Summer Shows, form
a great feature of attraction.
791
792
793
794
795
798
799
800
801
802
803
804
805
806
807
808
809
810
BARR AND SON’S SELECTIONS OF BEAUTIFUL SPANISH IRISES,
d.
3 each of 24 magnificent varieties 8
leach of 24 ,, 3
3 each of 12 ,, 4
Fine mixed p. 1000 , 12/6 ; p. 100 , 1/6
Choice mixed ...p. 1000 , 16/6 ; p. 100 , 2 /
796
9. d.
797
Mixed from Beautiful Named varieties,
per 100, 8/6; per doz. 1 3
Thunderbolt Iris, S. chestnut-brown,
F. bronze-purple , with large golden
blotch , large and handsome, ht. 1^ ft.
per 100, 15/ ; per doz. 2/6 ; each o 3
per doz. 3. d.
Alexander, S. chestnut-purple, F. olive and yellow, large flower 1 6
Armlda, S. sky-blue, F. olive and orange 1 6
Aurora, S. pearl-blue, F. yellow and orange 1 6
Bathurst, S. primrose, F. rick yellow and orange 2 6
Beauty, S . violet-blue, F. olive and orange 1 6
California, S. rich yellow, F. yellow, spotted orange , large flower 2 6
Cleon, S. violet. blue, flaked purple , F. olive and yellow 1 6
Cleopus, S. pale lilac, F. white and yellow 1 6
Clymene, S. red-purple, F. olive and orange 1 6
Darius, S. porcelain, F. pearl-blue and orange 1 6
Dlomedes, S. dark porcelain, F. sulphur and yellow 1 6
Florence Nightingale, S. sulphur, F. yellow and orange, large flower 2 6
Gem, S. pale blue, F. olive and orange 1 6
[Barr and Son,
VARIOUS BULBOUS AND TUBEROUS-ROOTED IRISES. 19
orANisH iris — continued.
9. a.
811 Gen. Havelock, S. blue , shading to white , F. white and orange i 6
812 Gen. Wyndham, S. blue, tinged sulphur, F. yellow and orange i 6
813 Jupiter, 5. violet, F. violet , spotted orange i 6
814 La Seduisante, S. chestnut-purple, F. olive and orange i 6
815 Louis le Grand, S. lavender-blue, F. pearl and yellow i 6
816 Louis Phillippe, S. light purple, F. chestnut and orange i 6
817 Ne Plus Ultra, S light olive-primrose , F. golden-yellow and orange i 6
818 Philomele, S. chestnut , F. chestnut and yellow i 6
819 Regulus, S. violet, F. azure-blue and orange i 6
820 Romulus, S. olive-bronze F. yellow and orange ... i 6
821 Satlsfalsante, S. violet, F. blue and orange i 6
822 Snowball, S. pure white, shaded violet at base , F. white , with conspicuous golden blolch 2 6
823 Venus, S. olive-yellow , F. rich orange i 6
824 Victoria, S. white, flaked blue, F. primrose and orange i 6
VARIOUS BEAUTIFUL
BULBOUS AND TUBEROUS-ROOTED IRIS SPECIES.
These Iris Species are all hardy and beautiful, flowering variously from November to June. The dwarf
early species might be more enjoyed if planted on rockwork, where their flowers would be a little protected
from heavy rains. A lata, Histrio, Vartani, and Histrioides, are charming winter-flowering species, followed in
February by the Reticulata varieties , which have lovely violet-scented blossoms, the sweet-scented Persica, the
beautiful new species Rosenbachiana, Kolpakozuskiana. Bakeriana, and Danfordice. Next in succession come
the interesting Caucasica, Orchioides, the curious Snakeshead Iris Tuberosa, and the new species Sind jar crisis.
These are followed closely by Susiana and Iberica, etc., with their beautifully netted large handsome flowers ;
these, with Iris Gatesii and Suworowii , surpass in beauty any written description that can be given of them.
The charming dwarf Iris Arenaria with its small bright yellow flowers, and the pretty Peacock Iris, Pavonia,
and Iris Bloudovii, flower in May, and are followed in June by Iris Juncea , Boissicri, and Lusitanica. The
Irises marked * belong to the Oncocyclus and Regelia sections, and require similar treatment ; Dr. Foster, of
Cambridge, grows them very successfully, lifting the roots in June, and drying them off under glass ; in
September or October they are then planted out, and exposed to all weathers, except excessive rains from which
they require protection. From a very small space, Dr. Foster cuts multitudes of flowers. each— s d
825 Alata, pale blue of similar shape to I. reticulata, autumn and winter-flowering, ht. \ ft.. ..p. doz. 7/6 o 9
826 ,, alba, a most lovely white variety of the above 3 6
827 *Arenaria, a rare and beautiful dwarf species, with canary-yellow flowers in May, ht. 1 ft., p. doz. 10/6 1 o
828 Bakeriana (new), a most lovely and striking species, flowers of similar form to I. reticulata , 5. sky-
blue, F. white, heavily blotched and spotted rich dark violet, sweet-scented, flowers February and
March, $ ft. Figured and described in " The Garden ," May, 1890 2 6
829 ^Bloudovii (new), a pretty species bearing in May attractive soft yellow flowers, ht. 9 to 12 in 1 6
830 Bois 8 ieri (new), 5. and F. rich purple, with a golden-yellow blotch, 'June-flowering, a very handsome
species, ht. 9 in 1 6
831 Caucasica, primrose-colozired flowers , with silver-margined foliage, .4 ft 1 6
832 Danfordise, a lovely little dwarf species, with bright golden-yellow flowers, spotted brown, in
February, charming on rockwork, ht. 3 in. Figured and described in “ The Garden," May, 1890 2 6
833 '•‘Gatesii (new), a hardy robust species of the Susiana character , but flowers much larger , of a beautiful
satiny creamy white, with faint rosy tinge, delicately veined a?id minutely spotted silvery-grey,
funeflowering, 2 A ft. We lucre awarded for this beautiful Iris a Botanical Certificate by the
Royal Botanic Society, May-flowering , 1891 10 6
834 Hlstrlo, a charming species from Palestine, bright blue, blotched golden-yellow , in the way of
I. Reticulata , but much earlier 2 6
835 Histrioides, flowers ultramarine blue, earlier and larger-flowering than Reticulata, jjf ft., First
Class Certificate, R.H.S 5 6
836 *Iberica, a dwarf species of great beauty, with large handsome flowers, S. satiny white, reticulated
dark purple, F. rick brown-purple, with conspicuous black blotch, ht. 6 in per doz. 10/6 1 o
837 * ,, Van Houtteana (new), of similar colour but more floriferous than Iberica, and flowers
sometimes attaining double the size , ht. 8 in. to 10 in 7 6
838 Juncea, S. and F. brilliant golden-yellow , one of the most beautiful and showy of bulbous Irises.
To cut for vases it is hivaluable. It prefers a rather dry arid warm light soil per doz. 2 s. 6d. o 3
839 Kolpakowskiana, allied to I. reticulata, falls deep violet-purple, with golden blotchy standards
pale lilac, ht. 2 in ., flowering in March. Figured in " The Garden," 1888 3 6
840 *Lorteti (new), offered for the first time , a great beauty, resembling I. Gatesi, but with rose-coloured
markings , May-flowering, 1 ft io 6
841 *Lupina (T he Wolf’s Fur Iris), a remarkable , striking, new species, with curious greenish yellow
flowers, veined brownish red, and heavily bearded, resembling a wolf's fur, ht. ^ ft 3 6
843 Orchioides (new), this species resembles I. caucasica, but flowers are larger and of a bright golden-
yellow colour, produced in the axils of the leaves , April-flowering , 1 ft 5 6
844 Pavonia major (Vieusaeuxia, or Morsea). The Peacock Iris, flowers pure white, petals blotched
845 Persica, white, suffused pale blue, the petals blotched purple and gold, very fragrant, A ft. This Iris
846 ,, purpurea (new), this differs from the type hi the flowers being of a purple colour 1 o
847 Reticulata, very beautiful, brilliant deep violet, blotched golden-yellow, strongly violet-scented, £ ft.
Figured m " The Garden," 1881 per doz. 6 j. 6d. and 8 j. 6 d. o 9
848 ,, cyanea, S. sky-blue, F. dark blue, dwarf and free- flowering 2 o
849 ,, major (new), a splendid variety of similar colour to Reticulata, but considerably
larger and broader in the flower, very handsome, 1 ft 3 6
850 ,, Krelagei, red-purple, blotched golden-yellow, violet-scented, £ft per doz. 6 r. 6 d. o 8
851 ,, Nelsoni (new), flowers varying from beautiful pale blue to bright blue, |ft 3 6
852 Rosenbachiana (new), beautiful sweet-scented flowers generally white and rosy violet, but varying a
little. In way of I. Persica, but larger, quite hardy, A ft. First-class Certificate R.H.S. , 1889 ... 2 6
King Street , Covent Garden , 1892 .]
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1XIAS, MORPHIXIAS, SPARAXIS AND TRITONIAS.
Bulbous and Tubekous-Rooted Iris Species ^continued. each— 8. d.
853 Sindjarensis (new), a charming new species from Mesopotamia , like /. caucasica in growth; flowers
white and azure-bine , prettily crested , March-flowering , i ft ••••• 3 6
854 *Susiana, a remarkably handsome species with immense flowers, blush , tinted brown and covered with a
network of dark lines, May-flowering , ht. i ft per doz. 7/6 o 9
855 *Suworowi, a fine Iris of the Iberica class , but more hardy , 6'. .F. varying from red-purple to
lavender , or grey, conspicuously reticulated with deep veins •• 2 6
856 Tuberosa (Snakeshead Iris), flowers rich velvety violet-black and green, ht. $ ft per doz. 2/6 o 3
J65T For Beautiful Bearded Dwarf and Japanese Flag Irises, see Daffodil and Plant Catalogues.
IXIAS, MORPHIXIAS, SPARAXIS, TRITONIAS, AND BABIANAS.
Culture In-Doors. — From September to January plant in a four or five-inch pot five or six bulbs,
using a compost of turfy loam, leaf soil, and silver sand. Make the soil firm about the bulbs, then plunge
the pots in ashes in a cold pit or frame, and withhold water till the plants appear, then at first give sparingly.
When the plants are in growth, the lights should be left off, except during wet or frosty weather.
Early in February, or when the plants have made sufficient growth, remove them to the greenhouse, keep
close to the glass, and carefully attend to the watering.
Culture Out-Doors. — Plant from October to January, at a depth of three inches, and two to three
inches apart, in a prepared light loamy soil, thoroughly drained, the bed raised six inches above the general
level, with a due south aspect. Should the earlier plantings make foliage in autumn, slight protection must be
given especially during severe frost . The later plantings will flower after the earlier ones, therefore select a
situation for them where the sun’s rays will be somewhat broken, and thus the blooming period will be prolonged.
The gorgeous beauty of these flowers amply rewards the little extra care they require to ensure success.
IXIAS.
The Ixia is a slender graceful growing plant, with long loose spikes of bloom. The colours are rich,
varied, and beautiful, the centre always differing in colour from the other parts of the flower, so that the
blossoms expanding in the sun’s rays, present a picture of gorgeous beauty.
». d.
858 6 each of 20 splendid varieties 17 6 861 1 each of 12 splendid varieties 2 6
859 3 each of 20 ,, 9 6 862 Choice mixed per 100 , 6/6 ; per doz. 1 3
860 3 each of 12 ,, 5/6 & 7 6 863 Fine mixed per 100 , 4 / 6 ; ,, 010
J 8 ST The following varieties of Ixias are the most distinct and beautiful in cultivation.
per doz. «. d.
864 Alice, pure wkite, velvety crimson centre 1 6
865 Azurea, azure-blue, violet centre 2 o
866 Beauty of Norfolk, canary, centre black... 1 6
867 Bucephalus, magenta-purple, beautiful ... 1 o
868 Conqueror, yellow , shaded red 2 o
869 Crateroides, rich cerise-scarlet, early, and
greatly valued for cutting ...per 100 , 6/6 1 o
870 Donnatello (new), brick-scarlet , brown
centre, large and fine 4 6
871 Elvira, French-grey, violet centre 2 o
872 Emperor of China, yellow, centre black ... 3 6
873 Erubescens major, deep rose-carmine,
black centre 1 6
874 Golden Drop, goldeft-yellow, dark centre.. 1 6
875 Glory, bronze-crimson, black centre 1 6
876 Hercules, white tinged rose , deep rose
centre, fine 1 o
877 Humbert (new), very large coppery rose ,
black centre, beautiful and distinct 5 6
878 Josephine, striped rose and white, pretty... 1 6
per doz. 8 . a.
879 Lady Carey, buff-orange , black centre 2 o
880 La Favourite, primrose , crimson centre ,
very fine 2 o
881 Lady Slade, beautiful pink, carmine centre 1 6
882 Magniflca, handsome , rich deep yellow,
chocolate centre 2 o
883 Magnum bonum, large white , blue centre 2 6
884 Nltens, intense deep magenta, handsome... 2 o
885 Pallas, beautiful primrose, purple centre... 1 o
886 Pearl, white, violet centre , large 1 6
887 ProeBtans, ruby-crimson, beautiful 1 6
888 Queen of Roses, beautiful bright rose ,
large double flowers 3 6
889 Smiling Mary, pretty rose-pink 2 o
890 Sunbeam, orange, striped crimson , showy 1 6
891 virgilius, pale primrose, violet centre 1 6
892 Virldiflora, sea-green, black centre, distinct 2 6
893 Vulcan, orange-red, black centre 2 o
894 White Queen, the largest of the Ixias,
pure white, velvety crimson centre 2 6
MORPHIXIAS.
These have the same graceful habit as the Ixia, but are dwarfer, the flowers long and tube-shaped; they
come into bloom later than the Ixias, and continue in flower frequently till August.
per doz. — 8 . d. P cr doz.— 0 . d.
895 Paniculata, beautiful buff colour 1 6 | 896 Paniculata rosea, deep rose and white... 1 6
897 Paniculata lutea, soft lemon, shaded buff per doz., 1/6
SPARAXIS.
It would be difficult to conceive colours more diversified and gorgeous than is represented by the Sparaxis.
Its compact dwarf growth and beautiful rich colours render it invaluable for pot-culture, rockwork, &c.
8. d. *• d-
898 6 each of 12 splendid varieties 7 6 901 Choice mixed ...per 100 , 7s. 6d. ; p. doz. 1 6
899 3 ,, 12 „ ,, 5 6 902 Fine mixed per 100 , 5 *. 6 d . ; 10
BOO 1 12 ,, ,, 20
903 Tricolor gran d 1 fl ora, scarlet, marbled crimson, centre yellow , large and handsome ...p. doz. 1/6
TRITONIAS.
The habit and growth of these resemble the Sparaxis, but the prevailing colours differ, and flowering later,
they form a most important succession. The colours range from buff to rose and the richest glowing orange,
the flowers always having a beautiful transparency. For pot-culture they are most valuable. At Cliveden,
the late Mr. Fleming was in the habit of growing hundreds of pots of Crocata for furnishing jardinets.
BARR AND SON’S SELECTIONS OF BEAUTIFUL TRITONIAS.
s. d.
804 5 each of 10 splendid varieties 12 6 I
905 3 „ 10 „ 8 6
806 1 ,, 10 „ „ 3 6 |
p.100. p. doz.
8. d. s. d.
IS o ...2 3
7 6... 1 6
5 6...X o
\Barr and Son
907 Crocata, showy bright orange
908 Choice mixed
909 Fine mixed
BABIANAS, THE RANUNCULUS, AND THE ANEMONE OR WINDFLOWER.
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BABIANAS.
The flowers of the Babiana range in colour from blue to the richest crimson-magenta, and are set off
by a dark green hairy foliage. They form a striking contrast both in flower and foliage to the Sparaxis
and Tritonia, and have the same fine dwarf compact growth; the three are good companion plants in pots
or out of doors.
910
911
912
BARR AND SON’S SELECTIONS OF BEAUTIFUL BABIANAS.
s. d.
5 each of 10 splendid varieties 12 6
3 „ 10 „ „ 8 6
1 10 „ 3 6
915 Rubro-cyanea, flowers rich blue, with crimson centre, very beautiful per doz. 4/6
913 Choice mixed. ..per 100, tor. 6<f., per doz. 1 6
914 Fine mixed per roo, 7 s. 6d., per doz. 1 3
THE RANUNCULUS.
Culture. — Plant the Turban Ranunculus from October to March, and the Persian varieties from
January to April. When the soil works kindly, and the day is dry. draw drills two inches deep, and five or six
inches apart ; at the bottom of the drill sprinkle a little sand, press the tubers firmly into the soil, claws down-
wards, and cover with sand, then with soil, keeping the crown of the tuber two inches under the surface.
During severe weather, cover the early plantings with dry litter, leaves, or old tan, and this remove before the
foliage in Spring gets injured. In April and May, during dry weather, water the beds freely, two or three times
a week if necessary ; and when the flower-buds appear, water daily if required, and continue doing so while the
plants are blooming ; this will insure fine flowers. In watering, wet the foliage as little as possible.
DOUBLE PERSIAN RANUNCULUS FOR BEDS, RIBBONS, AND MASSES.
The named varieties offered below in Collections have been selected on account of their large flowers and
fine colours.
916 6 each 25 splendid named varieties
917 3 „ 25
920 Superfine mixed varieties
921 Fine
*• d- s. d.
8 6 918 1 each 25 splendid named varieties 2 o
S 6 | 919 Mixed Scotch spotted vars.p. 100, 5/6; doz. 1 o
per 1000, 251. ; per 100, 31.; per dozen o 6
,, i 6 r. ; ,, 2s , ; ,, 04
DOUBLE TURBAN OR TURKISH BEDDING RANUNCULUS.
The flowers of the Turban Ranunculus differ from the Persian in being larger, more rose-like, and self-
coloured. In beds, ribbons, and masses, the rich yellow, bright orange, brilliant scarlet, and pure white flowers
are very effective in Spring.
s. d.
922 60 each 8 splendid varieties 18 6 I 924
923 30 ,, 8 ,, 12 o I 925
1). 100. p. doz.
.. ( 1 . 8 . d.
926 Blight Yellow 3 6...0 6 931
927 Crimson Grandlfiora 3 6...0 6 932
928 Crimson-brown or black 2 6...0 4 933
929 Golden-Yellow 3 6...0 6 934
930 Orange, showy 4 6...0 8 1 935
s. d.
20 each 8 splendid varieties 8 6
10 „ 8 „ 4 6
p. 100. p. doz.
d. tt. d .
Rose-carmine, a beautiful colour... 7 6...1 3
Scarlet, splendid 2 6...0 4
Variegated, mottled red and yellow 3 6...0 6
White, beautiful 15 0...2 3
Splendid mixed per 1000, 21s. 2 6...0 6
NEW LARGE-FLOWERING TURCO-PERSIAN BEDDING RANUNCULUS.
This new race of Ranunculus is remarkable for a vigorous growth, and is profusely floriferous ; the
plants attain a height of about 18 inches, and produce from 10 to 15 blossoms each. Where cut flowers are in
demand, these new Ranunculus are most valuable, as flowers may be gathered from the same bed several
times a week, during the flowering period, without impairing the display. g d
936 5 each of 12 splendid named varieties 7 6
937 3 ,, 12 ,, ,, 5 o
938 Choice Mixed, from a splendid collection per 1000, 30J. ; per 100 3 6
939 Fine Mixed ,, „ ,, 211.; ,, 26
The following varieties have very large flowers and brilliant and distinct colours.
940
p. 100 8.
Apricot colour, beautiful 8
d. p
6
doz. 8.
... I
d.
3
948
Wfiite, shaded Pink ....
p. 100 if.
d. p. doz
6 ...
s.
2
d.
0
941
Carmine-Red
7
6
... I
3
919
Rich Deep Scarlet
4
6 ...
O
8
912
Cberry-Crimson and WMte ...
10
6
... I
6
950
Rich Crimson, very fine .
6 ...
I
3
943
Crimson-Black
10
6
... I
6
951
Rtcn Purple
6 ...
I
3
944
French-Grey, tinged Violet .
5
6
... I
O
952
Rose, shading to Pink .
5
6 ...
O
10
915
Yellow, Striped Orange-Red
Orange-Scarlet
7
6
... I
3
953
Rich Clear Yellow
12
6 ...
I
9
916
8
6
... I
3
964
Sulphur-Yellow
5
6 ...
O
IO
917
White, very beautiful
IO
6
... I
6
955
Dark Velvety Crimson .
8
6 ...
I
3
THE ANEMONE, OR WINDFLOWER.
For brilliancy of colour few flowers can compare witli the Anemone, which in Spring produces its masses of
double or single blossoms, in an endless variety of shades, scarlets, crimsons , roses, blushes, lilacs, blues , purples,
and snow-wtutes, all of which for cutting are valuable, lasting long in water. For beds, edgings, and masses,
it is matchless, and may be had in bloom, weather permitting, from November to July, according to situation,
locality, and time of planting.
Culture. — Any good soil, moderately well drained, suits the Anemone. Plant in succession A. coronaria
varieties from October to May, 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. The plantings for Summer and Autumn-
dowering, should be in a situation where the ground is moist, and is shaded from the sun's rays from after 10
or 11 a.m.
NEW DOUBLE POPPY ANEMONES FOR BEDS AND MASSES (A. coronaria varieties).
The flowers of the Double Poppy Anemone resemble a semi-double Hollyhock, and are extremely hand-
some. When planted from October to December, they flower in succession during the early Spring months,
King Street , Covent Garden , 1892.]
ANEMONE CORONARIA, STELLATA, AND FULGENS.
New Double Anemones— continued.
and those planted from January to April flower in succession from April to July. Each amateur has to find out
whether Autumn or String planting is lest, soil and climate making all the difference. p. 100 . p. doz.
>. A.
956
957
960
961
962
963
964
965
966
967
5 each 25 new splendid varieties is
3 ,, 25
New Double Anemone,
958 1 each 25 new splendid vars. 3/6 ...
969 Splendid new varieties in mixture 10
'Bluebeard," rich true dark blue, large-flowered — 10
' Blush Beauty, ' ' white, flaked, and shaded delicate rose-pink, beautiful 10
" Fire King," large, bright showy scarlet 10
" Chapeau de Cardinal," large cerise-scarlet flowers, very free 12
Rose de Nice,” delicate rose, beautiful and distinct 10
Doubie Anemones, fine mixed Scarlets of shades 6
splendid mixed, all colours 5
line mixed, all colours 4
a.
d.
6... 1
6... 1
6...1
6. . .1
6.. . 1
6. . .1
6 ..1
6.. .0 10
6...0 8
NEW DOUBLE CHRYSANTHEMUM-FLOWERED FRENCH ANEMONES (A. Coronaria).
A new section of the double Poppy Anemone, remarkable for large Chrysanthemum-shaped handsome flowers.
968 Splendid mixed Varieties 4 / 6 P er dozen.
SINGLE POPPY ANEMONES, OR WINDFLOWERS FOR BEDS AND MASSES (A. Coronaria varieties).
These handsome Single Anemones have large beautiful saucer-shaped poppy-like blossoms, and during mild
seasons, or in sheltered situations, are flowering continuously throughout the Winter and Spring, when planted
in Autumn. Those planted in Spring are very gay in May or June.
969 Fine mixed, all colours, 21/ per 1000 ; 2/6 per 100 ; 6 d. per dozen.
970 Fine mixed Scarlets in shades, 2/6 per 100 ; 6 d. per dozen.
971 Fine mixed Light and Dark Blues in shades, 6/6 per 100 ; 1/- per doz.
972 " Blue Gera," flowers fine blue, elegant, finely-cut foliage, per 100, 6/6 ; per doz. ir.
973 New large-flowered Dutch Varieties, mixed, beautiful colours, 30/ per 1000 ; 3/6 per 100 ; 8 d. per doz.
974 ,, White “ Tho Bride," flowers snow-white, large and very beautiful, p. 100, 5/6; p. tloz. 1/-
975 ” ’’ ,, Intense Brilliant Scarlet, per 100, 3/6 ; 8rf. per doz.
976 Victoria Giant (also called Empress or Caen Anemones), a magnificent race of Single Poppy Anemones
with immense saucer-shaped flowers, in great variety of rich brilliant colours, per 100, s/6; per doz. 1/
NEW VARIETIES OF POPPY ANEMONE (A. Coronaria). {Plant Autumn and Spring.)
977 Anemone coronaria, "Glory of the South" (new). This is a grand new Anemone. The flowers are
single and very large, with broad rich brilliant scarlet petals and a rich blue-black central boss. A flower
of great beauty and fine substance, per too, 10/6; per doz. 1/6.
973 Anemone coronaria, "St. Brlgid," a very lovely strain of Anemones. The flowers are very large ,
mostly semi-double, and of the most brilliant and varied shades of colour. All flowers show a hand-
some blue-black central boss, have a graceful habit, and are remarkably free-flowering,
per 100, 10/6 ; per doz. 1/6
ANEMONE STELLATA (THE STARRY WINDFLOWER OF THE RIVIERA).
These Starry-flowered Single Anemones are remarkable for variety of brilliant colours, elegant flowers,
and graceful foliage. A light well-drained soil' and warm sheltered situation suit them best ; on rock work they
look charming. They also make good pot-plants with six roots in a pot. Plant September, October and November.
p. 100. p. doz.
979 Mixed shades of salmon, salmon-rose and brick red, very beautiful, early and profuse- »■ A. a. d.
flowering. Charming for bouquets 10 6...1 ®
980 Choice mixed, all colours, valuable to cut for bouquets, etc 7 °...i 3
981 " Jewel ” (newl, ruby-violet, glitter Dig white centre, a most beautiful flower 10 6...1 6
982 " Scarlet Gem," brilliant crimson-scarlet flowers with silvery centre, very showy ■•••••• 10 6...1 6
983 Alba flowers ranging from clear white to white tinged blue, with black central boss. Distinct
and beautiful each, 9 *■ 7 6
ANEMONE FULGENS (THE BEAUTIFUL SCARLET WINDFLOWER).
Anemone fulgens is the most brilliant and graceful of all Winter and Spring-flowering Anemones. The
rich dazzling scarlet flowers, and light elegant growth, render it the most attractive scarlet flower of Spring. It
is invaluable for table bouquets or vases, as it lasts a long time in water. If the roots are planted early in
Autumn, flowers, weather permitting, may be gathered from Christmas ; its hardiness is beyond all question, so
that roots may be safely planted any month from August to May. The plantings made April and May should
be in a situation where in summer the ground is moist, and the sun's rays do not fall on them after 10 or 11 a.m.
(Figured in The Garden, 1877.) p ' s do £
984 Anemone Fulgens, flowers dazzling scarlet Home-grown roots 7 6 ... 1 3
,, ,, extra strong 10 6 ... 1 6
annulata, rich clear brilliant scarlet, with glittering silvery base and
rich black entral boss, very charming each 9 d. 7 6
,, grandlflora, large brilliant scarlet flowers, with a silvery
white ring at base, and a large central black boss each ir to 6
Frls6e (new), the flowers of this beautiful variety are semi-double, and
of a rich dazzling dear scarlet, the tips of the petals having an
elegant curl; most valuable for bouquets and vases 8 6... 1 6
graca, a beautiful new species from Greece, flowers deep rich glowing
crimson-scarlet, with broad petals and black central boss 21 o... 3 6
,, oculata, flowers very large, deep, rich glowing scarlet, with
silvery white base and rich black central boss ...each 11 10 6
multipetala, an elegant variety, with a multitude of graceful rich
dazzling scarlet petals, and a black central boss 12 6... 1 9
" Southern Star," flowers large, rich dazzling scarlet, with clearwhite
base and black central boss, handsome and beautiful 30 0...4 6
\Barr and Son,
986
937
988
989
990
991
992
ANEMONES VARIOUS SPECIES, CYCLAMEN, AND HYACINTHUS CANDICANS.
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VARIOUS BEAUTIFUL ANEMONES.
*"‘™ one ?P‘ n ? ina - ‘he blue Mountain Windflower, forms a dense cushion of rich blue, and is one of the
if A U m War pnng tlowers - A.Uanda resembles A. apennina, but flowers a month earlier. The varieties
° A" mo " e nemorosa are most charming, and no flower border should be without its clumps of these as
t tey literally carpet the ground with their neat flowers. A. nemorosa Robinsoniana is remarkably beautiful and
Anemone nemorosa bracteata may be called "the jack in the Green ” of Anemones, the white petals resting oa
the ahove n ° f g H een braCtS ' f!‘ lsahlla dower , s spring and autumn, and makes a charming rock-plant. g AU
As charmln K on r ? ckwork - A rivularis is a very ornamental spring-flowering variety.
„ f s Jl?,V P a h ? Anemones are very charming. A. jafionica, white, rose and red, are the most decorative
of Autumn-flowering herbaceous plants. Mr. William Robinson in his taper at ike Conference on Hardv
dcscnbtd f ne e ff‘ ct °f Anemone apennina when planted in meadows or near to Urge elm treL
( ra*n%Z ZZ! ,d /°J‘ age away . ^‘for^oy making lime); Mr. Robinson also recommends that Anemone
Japomca be planted in rough places outside the garden.
___ » . each— s.
993 Apennina rich blue , \ ft. , fine large roots,
per ioo, 6s. 6 d.\ per doz. 1/
994 I. alba, white, A ft.... ,, 4/6 o
996 Blanda, brilliant blue, \ ft., ,, 15/ 1
996 ,, cypriana, chirming graceful Jlowers
ranging from white to pale blue,
and lilac per doz. 7/6
997 ,, var. t aurica , Jlowers ranging from
light to very deep blue, p. doz. 10/6
998 Japonica alba, pure white ...per doz. 5/6
999 ,, elegans, rose ,, 5/6
1000 ,, rubra, rose-purple ,, 5/6
1001 Nemorosa bracteata fl. pi., white florets,
resting on green bracts, £ ft., p. doz. 4/6
1002 ,, alba fl. pi., double , pure white,
very beautiful, p. 100, 10/6; p. doz. 1/6
d.
o 9
o 6
it each— 8. d.
1003 Nemorosa rosea fl. pi., double pink, £ft.
per doz. 4/6 o 6
1Q 04 .1 Robinsoniana, sky - blue , very
beautiful , % ft., per doz. 7/6 o 9
1006 Palmata, yellow, f ft per doz. 3/6 o 4
1006 ,, alba, pure white ... ,, 5/6 o 6
1007 Pulsatilla {Fhe Pasque Elo?oer), flowers
deep purple, with downy foliage and stems,
very beautiful, $ ft., p 100 15/-, p. doz. 2/6 o 3
1008 Ranunculoides, yellow, £ f t 1/6 o 3
1009 Rivularis, large pure white Jlowers, 1^ It.
per doz. 7/6 o 9
1010 Sylvestris ( The Snowdrop Windflower),
Jlowers pure while, spring and summer-
flowering per doz. 2/6
O 3
CYCLAMEN.
CYCLAMEN PERSICUM ( Greenhouse varieties ).
m , n , Fr „°f n |i, N0Vember to , March - Cyclamen persicum is brought in large quantities to Covent Garden Market
a h ' ?- :cime "s having upwards of two hundred flowers. This Cyclamen is an indispensable plant for
^ door decora “°n. and few lowers are more highly prized for button-hole bouquets, ladies' dresses, and finger-
glasses. It may be cultivated in a cool greenhouse, or cold frame, with a little winter protection • but it is in a
temperature of 45 to 6o° the Covent Garden growers produce their fine plants, and these are mostly from seed
sown in November, and not allowed to go to rest till they have flowered the following winter
1011 Cyclamen persicum grandiflorum, fine varieties for Greenhouse decoration , per doz., according to size
15^*1 2ij., 25 S‘i and 30^*! each, is. 6d., 2 s., 2 s. 6 d., 3J. 6d. , and cr 6d '
1012 Seed from Large Flowered Prize Varieties of Cyclamen persicum, 2 r. 6 d. and v. 6 d per backet
Needling plants, when properly cultivated, make fine specimens in 12 to 15 months.
CYCLAMEN, HARDY SPECIES, for Rockwork out-of-doors.
r n^ 11 L he H f r A 7 ^ y0la f e u n '1 re Eur °p* an : ‘hey 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 ; or nestling in the grass, near the roots and under the shelter of old trees
the effect is most charming. C. Europium is fragrant, and commences flowering in July. C. Neatolitanum
Grace urn, and Africanum, flower in Autumn, and have beautiful large Anaectochilus-like variegated leaves •
these again are succeeded by the winter flowering varieties —Ibericum and Coum, which bloom from
December to March ; Repandum closes the Cyclamen season in April. Repandum and Africanum should be
planted in warm protected situations on rockwork, and covered with leaves or bracken till March.
• J b f„ rt C T C „ lam3n , h Neap0lltaI1 varl « tle3 a ‘ e perfectly hardy, and have large and beautiful Anoectochilus-like
variegated leaves , they are unusually decorative throughout Autumn and Spring, and might well be used for
Winter beds, intermingled with Scillas, Chionodoxas, Leucojums, Narcissus nanus, Ac., Snowdrops Muscaris &c
These hardy Cyclamen are kept in pots ready for despatch at all seasons. ‘ '
1013 Hardy Cyclamen, Autumn, Winter, and Spring-flowering, 12 varieties, 3 roots of each ms
1014 i J *
1014
each— s. d.
1016 Africanum (syn. macrophyllum), enormous
heart-shaped dentated leaves , with large
silvery green zone, very handsome, doz. 15/ 1 6
1016 Ibericum Atkinsi, white, crimson centre
per doz. 7/6 o 9
1017 ,, lilacinum, rosy lilac, crimson
centre per doz. 10/6 1 o
1018 „ roseum, pretty rose - coloured
flowers o 9
1019 ,, rubrum, deep crimson flowers
per doz, 7/6 o 9
1020 „ mixed, seedlings ... ,, 5/6 ...
•• .1 7/6 o 9
1021 Coum, bright crimson
*2 i, 1 ,, 10 s. 6d.
, _ each — 8. d.
1022 Buropaeum, crimson sweet - scented ,
autumn-flowering, roots from open
ground p. 100, 21/; p. doz. 3/6 o 4
1023 Europium, in pots per doz. 7/6 o 9
1021 Neapolitanum (syn. hederoefolium), /lowers
rosy pink, large handsome silver-
marbled foliage per doz. 10/6 1 o
1926 ,, album, pure white, per doz. 10/6 1 o
1026 Grsecum (jy«. latifolium beautiful delicate
rose-coloured Jlowers per doz. 7/6 o 9
1027 Repandum (syn. vernum), bright crimson
per doz. , 10/6 1 o
1028 ,, album , pure white 1 6
HYACINTHUS CANDICANS.
THE GREAT SNOW-WHITE SUMMER-FLOWERING HYACINTH.
1029 Hyacinthus Candlcaus attains a height of 3 to 6 feet, according to soil and situation, and is sur-
mounted with 20 to 50 graceful pendant pure white bell-shaped flowers, equally decorative for
the flower border or the conservatory. Figured in The Garden, 1881.
Good Flowering bulbs per 100, 7/6.; per doz. 1/6 ■ each
King Street, Covent Gardafiffjf^^ P6f IC °’ 10/6 ; per ^ each
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EARLY AND LATE-FLOWERING, AND NEW HYBRID BUTTERFLY GLADIOLI.
GLADIOLI.
EARLY-FLOWERING IIAROY GLADIOLI, for Autumn-Planting.
Bulbs ready from October.
These beautiful Early-flowering Gladioli are greatly prized as cut flowers from May to July for filling vases,
&c and on this account, as also for the fine effect they produce in the flower garden, they should be largely
planted. G. Colvillei, "The Bride,” is esceptionally valuable, and is extensively grown in pots Jo cutdimng
April, May and June for Covent Garden Market,
be grown in pots for indoor decoration.
AU the Gladioli we have enumerated as early-flowering may
Culture.-A sunny situation is preferred. Trench the ground, working in plenty of rotten manure in lie
underspit • plant the varieties oi Colvillei, Cardinalls, and Byzantinus from the beginning of October, and the
others from November till March, at a depth of six inches. If the summer is dry and the weather hot, a good
soaking of water or liquid manure twice a week greatly benefits the growing plants. When pUnted in autumn
the beds should be lightly covered with fern or cocoa-fibre.
Culture for Conservatory Decoration.— Plant three to five bulbs, according to size, in a five
or six-inch pot, and plunge in ashes in a cold frame or pit, withholding water till the bulbs have started into
growth • or the pots may be buried in ashes out of doors, as recommended for the Hyacinth, and there
allowed'to remain undisturbed till ready to remove indoors. It is customary with some to plant several bulbs
close together in the open border, and when the flower begins to colour, lift without breaking the ball, pot, and
place indoors. So treated, the flowers expand as if the bulbs had not been disturbed.
MAY AND JUNE-FLOWERING HARDY GLADIOLI.
1030 Byzantinus, showy brilliant rosy claret, useful for borders, naturalising, or cutting, ht. 2 ft...
1031 Colvillei crimson-purple, flaked white, very showy, valuable for naturalisation, ht. i.J ft. ...
1032 " The Bride," pure white flowers, most valuable in early Summer for border deco-
ration and cutting. It is also a grand pot-plant indoors, ht. 2 ft....
1033 „ " The Bride," extra large roots
JUNE AND JULY-FLOWERING HARDY GLADIOLI,
s. d.
p. 100 . p.doz.
d.
6...0
6 .. .0
6 . .0
6.. . 1
1034 6 each of 12 beautiful varieties is °
1035 3 ,, 12 „ 8 6
1036 1 „ 12 „ 3 °
p. doz. — s. d.
1039 Amsterdam (new), large salmon-scarlet ,
with white blotches , strong grower, ij ft. 2 6
1040 Alfred Tennyson, delicate pale salmon-
rose , with white flakes , beautiful , ft. ... 3 6
1041 Blushing Bride. Ivory-white , faked deep
crimson , beautiful and early , ft 6 6
1042 Cardinalis, bright scarlet and white, ft. i 9
1043 Elegantissimus, fine rose, spotted, 21 in... 1 6
1044 Fire Kin# (new), brilliant orange- scarlet,
faked crimson and white , large handsome
flowers , 1 ^ ft 10 6
1015 Formosissimus, scarlet, flaked white ,
showy , ft 2 0
1037 Early Gladioli, Splendid mixed, for beds
and borders , p. ico, 8 / 6 ; p.doz. 1
1038 ,, „ Dwarf mixed, charming for beds
and borders , p. 100 , 5/6 ; p.doz. o
p. doz.— s.
1046 Insignia, large rosy scarlet, faked purple-
crimson , beautiful in beds , borders, etc.,
and for cutting, 2 ft per 100 , 6/6 1
1047 Magnificus, deep red, handsome, 21 in. ... 2
1048 Prince Rudolph, dark cherry- scar let, with
crimson blotch , hajidsome , 21 in 5
1049 Ne Plus Ultra, deep salmon-rose, shaded
scarlet, blotched crimson and white, 2 h ft. 1
1050 Queen Victoria, bright scarlet, faked
white, shouy, 21 in 1
1051 Ramosus, beautiful salmon-rose, flaked
crimson, 2 ft I
1052 Rosy Gem, bright rose-pink, freefower-
itig, valuable for cutting, 15 in. p. 100 , 8/6 1
1053 Sarnian Gem, beautiful salmon, with
white and carmine flakes , 1 ^ ft 4
<?.
d.
A ETOIX-ELOW ERING GLADIOLI ( Varieties of Gandavensis).
Bulbs supplied December to May.
1064 3 each of 20 beautiful vars.... 35 /,' 42 /, 63 / 84 / I 106G 3 each of 12 beautiful vars. ... 15 /, 21 /, 30 / 42 /
1055 1 ,, 20 ,, ,, ...12/6, 15 /, 20 / 30 / | 1057 1 „ ,, ,, „ ...S/6. 7 / 6 . x0 /° 1 5 1
R 5 r A descriptive list of Gladiolus Gandavensis Varieties ready in December, free by post on application.
GLADIOLUS GANDAVENSIS VARIETIES IN SPECIAL MIXTURES.
1058 Brilliant Reds, and Scarlets, of
shades in mixture 17
1059 Roses of shades, in mixture 21
1060 Whites of shades, in mixture ...21
1065 Choicest Unnamed French Gladioli.
per 100 . per doz.
d. s. d.
per 100 . per doz.
s. cl. s. d.
4 6
1061 Yellows of shades, in mixture ...30
1062 Flesh and Salmon shades, mixed? 1 o 3
1063 Fine mixed, all colours — 10 6 1 6
1064 Splendid mixed, all colours 15 o 2 3
These embrace many of the most advanced types, with
fine bold spikes of large handsome flowers in great variety of brilliant colours. We
recommend them with the utmost confidence, as they produce a grand display in the flower
warden, and are of the greatest value where a supply of cut spikes are in demand 21 o 3 o
1086 Choice UDnamed. Dutch Gladioli. These embrace many rich and varied colours, and have
large handsome flowers 6 2 6
1067 BRENCHLEYENSIS, rich vermilion scarlet ( Bulbs supplied \ Good-flowering bulbs 5 6 o 10
jQgg M ,, <. from November \ Large Selected bulbs 7 6 1 3
2 QQ 9 ” ” }) ( to May . J Extra large bulbs ...10 6 1 9
BEAUTIFUL NEW HYBRID BUTTERFLY GLADIOLI (Leinoine s).
A very beautiful race of Hardy Hybrid Gladioli, the result of crossing G. Furpureo-auratus (see Gladioli
species) with the best types of the French varieties of Gladiolus Gandavensis. The flowers are very
distinct in form and their conspicuous markings make them specially attractive and distinct from all the other
sections of Gladioli. They are vigorous in growth and quite hardy.
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NEW HYBRID AND CAPE SPECIES OF GLADIOLI, AND AMARYLLIS.
2S
New Hybrid Butterfly Gladioli— continued.
BAKU’S SELECTIONS OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VARIETIES.
1070 S each of 12 beautiful varieties 181. I 1072 3 each of 6 beautiful varieties, 7 s. 6 d. & ic s.6d.
10711 „ 12 ,. 7-L 6 ( 7 . | 1073 1 „ 6 „ ,, 31. & 4J.
1074 Splendid mixed varieties from named sorts per doz. 5 s. 6 d.
1074JFine mixed varieties per 100, i8j. „
A FEW RARE AIVI) BEAETIFEL SPECIES OF CAPE GLADIOLI.
The species of Gladiolus offered below, we feel sure, will be acceptable to lovers of hardy bulbous plants.
Ala/us, Galeaius, Gracilis, Hirsutus, Prcecox, and Ringens are not quite hardy except in the southern parts
of England, the west coast of Scotland, and in Ireland ; in less favoured parts than these they should be grown
under a south wall, or protected in winter with a frame or handlight, or cultivated in pots under glass. The
different species flower from May to June, except where otherwise stated. Psittacinus and Sulphureus plant
in spring, or, if planted in autumn, protect with fern or cocoa fibre.
each— s. d.
1075 Alatus, salmon-scarlet and yellow, dwarf
and beautiful, £ ft o 9
1076 Concolor, carmine, with grey o 9
1077 Galeatus, orange and yellow, very dwarf o 9
1078 Gracilis, pretty blue and white, 1 ft. to 2
ft. , April o 9
1079 Grandis, reddish brown / lowers , handsome ,
2 ft o 9
1080 Hirsutus, rosy white o 9
1081 Millerl, large creamy white, fragrant ,
early per doz. ys. 6d. o 9
1082 Praacox, pale rose, October o 9
1083 Psittacinus, scarlet and yellow , showy ,
3 ft. ...per 100, ioj. 6 d.\ per doz. is. 6 d. o 3
1084 Purpureo-auratus, golden-yellow f lowers ,
with purple blotch , striking, 3 ft., August
per doz. 3^. 6 d. o 4
1094 One each of the above
each — s. d,
1085 Ringens, bright orange atid yellow o 9
1086 Roseus, pretty bright rose, tall, p. doz. 7/6 o 9
1087 Saundersii, bright sahnon-scarlet, lower
petals white, spotted scarlet, showy , 2 ft.,
1088 Sulphurous, canary-yellow, $ ft., spring-
flowering o 9-
1089 Tenellus, reddish brown and yellow, very
fragrant o 9
1090 Tristis, graceful spikes of large greenish
white flowers, delightfully fragrant ;
prized for cutting o 9
1091 Vinulus (new), creamy white, with crim-
son-maroon blotch, beautiful 1 o
1092 Watsonianus, bright scarlet, March o 9
1093 Xanthospilus, rose o 9
19 species of Gladioli, 125.
AMARYLLIS.
Under this heading are arranged plants, differing very much in character, and requiring separate treatment .
THE GUERNSEY AND BELLADONNA LILIES.
The Guernsey and Belladonna Lilies are received by us in bud early in September. The supply being
always uncertain, orders for them should be given as soon as possible after the 1st, and not later than the
15th September. When executing orders for the Guernsey and Belladonna Lilies , we carefully examine the
flower-buds, and send only such bulbs as give promise of good flowers. Delay in transit, neglecting to plant
immediately, or, perhaps, an undeveloped defect in the flower bud, often leads to partial failure, and as we
cannot hold ourselves responsible for such contingencies, purchasers are recommended to buy an extra quantity,
as the roots are so very inexpensive.
Culture.— I mmediately the Guernsey and Belladonna Lilies are received, pot them in light soil, prepared
cocoa-fibre or moss, and give water liberally. Bulbs of Guernsey Lilies, purchased after the flowering season,
should be potted and grown under glass. Bulbs of Belladonna Lilies may be planted under a south wall at a.
depth of one foot, and when established will flower annually. each — $. d.
1095 Guernsey Lily (Nerine sarniensis), flowers brilliant scarlet , having the appearance , when seen
with the sun's rays on them, of being spangled with gold per doz. 10/6 1 o
1096 Belladonna Lily (Amaryllis belladonna), produces umbels of large white flowers, shaded and
tipped deep rose per doz. 7/6 o 9
HARDY AMARYLLIS.
Amaryllis Candida (Zephyranthes) “The Flower of the West Wind,” throws up in autumn a profusion of
white Crocus-like flowers. Lutea (Sternbergia), " The Lily of the Field,*’ is also a good hardy bulb, for edgings
and groups, its rich golden-yellow Crocus-like flowers, expanding in Autumn from the midst of a bright fresh
green foliage. Amaryllis longifolia vars. (Crinum) produce, late in Summer, large umbels of beautiful large
funnel-shaped sweet-scented blossoms, and being perfectly hardy they are most valuable to plant in mixed flower
borders. per doz. each.
1097 Candida (Zephyranthes), white, valuable as an edging , and beautiful in groups ...per ioo, 7/6 1 3
1098 Lutea (Sternbergia), bright golden-yellow crocus- like flowers, produced in Autumn, valuable
as an edging, and beautiful in groups and masses strong bulbs, per too, 12/6 1 9
1099 Longifolia alba (Crinum capense album), white, a grand border plant, 2A ft 10 6...1 o
1100 „ rosea ( „ „ roseum), rose ,, „ ,, 25 ft 7 6...0 9
VALLOTA PURPUREA, AND THE JACOBEA LILIES.
Vallota purpurea, known also as “The Scarborough Lily," is most valuable as an Autumn-flowering
plant, and as a cut flower for filling vases. We recommend it to be planted out of doors in May, and when in
bud potted up for conservatory decoration. Amaryllis formosissima, the Jacobea Lily and its variety Glauca,
are quaintly-shaped and beautiful flowers ; the bulbs force easily, and may be potted in succession for Spring decor-
ation. In April the dry bulbs can be bedded out or planted in the flower borders for Summer-flowering. each
1101 Vallota purpurea (The Scarborough Lily), large handsome bright scarlet flowers in umbels. *• d '
Established in pots, 15*., 21 s. & 30J. per doz.; is. 6d., 2 s. 6d. & 3 6
1102 Amaryllis formosissima (The Jacobea Lily), rich dark crimson per doz. 6s. 6d. o 8
1103 ,, ,, glauca, bright crimson-scarlet, very striking per doz. 5 s. 6d. o 6
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CHOICE GREENHOUSE AMARYLLIS, AND THE LILIUM.
CHOICE GREENHOUSE AMARYLLIS (II I PPE A STRUM).
These are grand plants in the conservatory, and to cut for table bouquets and vases. With management,
these magnificent Amaryllis may be had in bloom for many months. The unnamed seedlings quoted, we
specially recommend ; they are from the best collection in Europe, and cannot fail to please, as regards variety
of beautiful colours, and large size of flowers. The bulbs we send out are large and. full grown, ready to bloom
in Spring.
Culture.— Immediately after potting, place in a moist warm temperature if at command, and, if con-
venient, plunge the pot to the rim in a gentle, steady, moist bottom heat ; thus treated, a vigorous leaf growth
is produced, and a strong stem with a large umbel of large flowers secured. In the absence of bottom heat
these Amaryllis do well in any ordinary greenhouse or sunny sitting-room window. Dr. Bonavia recommends
that the offsets should not be removed, but kept with the parent plant, till from six to a dozen spikes of bloom
be had from the same pot ; he also recommends that on the South Coast of England and in many parts ol
Ireland, and the West Coast of Scotland, these beautiful Amaryllises should be grown outside, under south walls,
planted one foot beneath the surface, and protected with litler or leaves during winter.
1104 CHOICE UNNAMED SEEDLING AMARYLLIS, Flowering Bulbs. Purchasers are sure to be
satisfied with the /lowers, and have a good chance of getting varieties of exceptional beauty.
J per dozen, 251. ; each, as. bd.
NEW AND CHOICE VARIETIES OF AMARYLLIS
1106 12 in 12 magnificent new varieties fas o 0
1106 12 in 12 ,, „ ...ISIS 0
1107 12 In 12 beautiful new varieties 10 10 o
FROM THE FAMOUS LEIDEN COLLECTION.
1108 12 In 12 very fine varieties £5 5 o
1109 12 In 12 fine varieties a 2 o
1110 Splendid mixed varieties, per doz. 30/-, each 3/6
THE LILIUM.
THE LILY is matchless amongst hardy plants for variety of colour, chasteness, and beauty of form. It is
an important plant to associate in beds with Rhododendrons and Paeonies, and in borders amongst
Herbaceous plants. As a pot-plant the Lily is a general favourite. We enumerate here only a few popular
showy kinds, but a fuller list, with cultural notes, will be found in our Daffodil Catalogue, and a complete list
may be had on application.
BARR’S SELECTIONS OF LILIES.
1111 For Conservatory Decoration, 25 In 25 beautiful vars £1 i$., £1 ios., & £ 2 2 s.
1112 „ ,, ,, 12 in 12 1 , „ 12*., i8j., & £1 5*. to 42 2s.
1113 For Flower border decoration, 26 in 25 ,, ,, £1 is., £i ios., & £2 2s.
1114 „ „ ,, 12 in 12 ,, ,, 7s. 10*. 6 d., 15*., & £1 1*. to £2. 2s.
each— s. d,
1115 LILIUM AURATUM (The White Golden-rayed Crimson-spotted Hill Lily of Japan). This is,
indeed , the Queen of Lilies, and should have a place in every garden ana
conservatory. It is of simple culture and perfectly hardy. Out-of-doors it
should be planted 9 in. to 12 in. deep in good fibrous loam, sweet leaf soil, or
■beat English-grown Bulbs, ready in October, 1/6, 2/6, and 3/6 each ;
15/, 21/, and 30/ per doz.
„ Bulbs from Japan. Orders booked for delivery in December, January,
February, and March per doz. 7/6, 10/6, 15/-, and 21/-; 9 d., if, 1/6, & 2 6
Canadense, flowers varying from yellow to orange , spotted crimson , 3 ft. ...per doz. 10/6 1 o
Candidum (The Snow-White Madonna, or Cottager’s White Garden Lily), quite hardy,
height 4 to sfeet per 100, 15*.; per doz. 2*. 6 d.
Extra large bulbs, per 100, 21*. j per doz. 3*. 6 d.
Chalcedonicum (Scarlet Turk’s Cap Lily), intense scarlet, ht. 3 ft per doz. 9*. 1 o
Cordifolium giganteum, immense long white flowers, majestic, 6 to 10 ft. ..5/6, 7/0, 10/6 & 15
Croceum (The Cottager’s Orange Lily), orange, freely spotted black, showy, 3 ft... p. doz. 3/6 ~
Davuricum mixed, showy summer-flowering Lilies, ht. 2 to 2fc ft., p. 100, 15/; p. doz. 2/6
Longiflorum eximium, beautiful long pure white flowers, ht. 2 ft p. doz. 7*. 6 d. o
,, Harrisii (The Bermuda or Easter Lily), a graceful Lily, with long hand-
some snow-white fragrant flowers. Invaluable, for early forcing, and for
greenhouse or border decoration per doz. 7s. 6d. & 10*. td. ; each, 9 d. & 1
Martagon, purple flowers, more or less spotted , ht. 4 ft per doz. 3*. 6 d. o
„ album, beautiful pure white Jlowers , scarce 4 ft 2
,, dalmaticum , handsome glossy crimson-black flowers, 4 ft 2
Monadelphum szovitzianum, citron-yellow, spotted black, 3 ft ••••••* 2
Pardalinum, bright scarlet, shading to yellow, ht. 5 to 6 ft., p. doz. 15*. & 21*. ; 1*. td. & 2
Pomponium, rich crimson-scarlet, 2 to 3 ft per doz. 10*. td. 1
Pyrenaicum flavum, yellow Jlowers, spotted black, 3 ft. per doz. 5*. od. o
Speciosum rubrum, large white Jlowers, heavily spotted crimson, 3 ft ..per doz. 7*. 6 d. o
,, album Kraetzeri, large pure white flowers, 3 ft. ...per doz. 16*. & 25*. ; 1*. 6 d. & 2
,, Melpomene, large white Jlowers, deeply suffused crimson , 3 ft p. doz. 15/ 1
Super bum, jlowers orange, spotted crimson, 4 to 7 ft per doz. 10*. td. 1
Testaceum ( syn . excelsum), flowers delicate apricot, 4ft. per doz. 15*. 1
Tlgrinum splendens, bright fiery scarlet Jlowers , spotted crimson-black , ht. 6 fi...p. doz. 2/6 c
Thunbergianum alutaceum, beautiful glowing apricot, ht. 1 ft per doz. 6*. td. c
,, mixed varieties of crimson y red, orange, etc., shades, p. 100,25/ ; ,, 4s. td. .
For general descriptive list of Lilies, and cultural directions, etc,, see Daffodil Catalogue.
1116
1117
1118
1119
1120
1121
1122
1123
1124
1125
1126
1127
1128
1129
1130
1131
1132
1133
1134
1135
1136
1137
1138
1139
1140
o 4
Tlf; It IIHA (Tiger-spotted Flowers).
No flower is more gorgeously coloured or more beautiful than the Tigridia. Fine American grown bulbs are
supplied from December to May, and may be planted out-doors March , April, or May, or for pot-culture, plant
earlier . As soon as potted plunge in a cold frame and withhold water till the foliage appears , and then give
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TIG R I DI AS, TUBEROSES, AND ALPHABETICAL LIST OF BULBS & TUBERS. 27
sparingly at first. Plantings out-of-doors may be made as late as June, and these, if lifted and potted in
September, will flower under glass late in Autumn. (Beautiful Coloured Plate of T. alba, price 2 / 6 .) each _ s d
1141 Tlgridia concliiflora, petals yellow, cup yellow, spotted scarlet, 1 ft per doz. 2 s. o 3
$1 grandiflora rubra, petals rich scarlet , cup spotted crimson on a yellow ground, flowers
.... very large, 1 ft. per doz. 2s. o 3
1143 »* m alba, petals white , cup spotted ruby, large, very chaste and an exceedingly
beautiful flower, 1 ft per doz. 2s. 6 d. o 4
TUBEROSES.
Cultural Treatment for Forced Flowers. — The growers for Covent Garden pot the Tuberose singly in
5 or 6-inch pots, and plunge in moist bottom heat, withholding water till the foliage appears, then giving it freely,
growing on in a house with a high temperature and a moist atmosphere, till the flower buds develops ; at this stage,
if the plants are intended for tht conservatory or sitting-room, remove to a greenhouse temperature. The bulbs for
early flowering pot as soon as they can be procured, and plunge the pots in a temperature of about 60 degrees. The
bulbs for succession keep ary or pot at once, to make root growth ; in either case the temperature should not be below
50 degrees or the bulbs will suffer. ^
1144 Double American Dwarf, “Excelsior Pearl ” ; much prized, being comparatively dwarf , flowers *•
pure white and double ; strong forcing roots, ready in January, p. ioo, 21 / ; p. doz. 3/04
1145 ,, Extra Early African, flowers pure white, very double', good forcing bulbs, ready in
September per 100 , 21s. • per doz. 35 . o 4
A few very large bulbs, per doz. 5 s. 6 d. o 6
PART II.
DESCRIPTIVE LIST ALPHABETICALLY ARRANGED, OF VARIOUS BULBS
AM) TUBEROUS-ROOTED PLANTS.
Those marked thus * ripen late and will be ready to send out from the middle of October to March. All
other bulbs, etc., are ready for despatch from 1st September. Orders which embrace later ripening bulbs, etc., will
be executed in two parts, carrying forward those not ready for delivery, till they are safe to move.
4ST The height of the plants is given in feet and inches . In most cases cultural notes are added.
each — ». d .
1146 Abobra vlrldlflora, an elegant hardy summer climber, with miniature scarlet fruits 1 o
1147 *Achimenes 26 beautiful varieties, 1 root each, 10/6 ; 3 roots each, 25 varieties, 30/-
* 0 * .. 12 beautiful varieties, 1 root each, 4/6 ; 3 roots each, 12 varieties, 12/6
Agapanthus umbellatus (the Blue African U\y), flowers in handsome umbels, half-hardy, p. doz. 7/6 o
»» ,, maxlmus. Same colour as above, but with larger flowers 1
• » i> albus (the White African Lily), flowers in handsome umbels, half-hardy 1
** .. fol. variegatis (the variegated African Lily), with silver-margined foliage 2
m .. Mooreanus, small blue flowers in umbels, graceful per doz. ys. 6d. o
The Agapanthus are fine plants for indoor decoration, and in tubs on terrace walks and
lawns, few plants look more noble ; when planted out by streams, lakes, and ponds, it may be
questioned if any plant is so effective.
Albuca canaliculata, bearing handsome trusses of golden flowers, very fragrant, 1 ^ ft 2
,, Nelson! (new and rare), produces large handsome spikes of white almond-scented flowers ,
with brown stripe. Under glass it flowers pure white , 3 to 5 ft 4
The Albucas are decorative Cape bulbs and may be grown in the greenhouse, or planted out under a
south wall. Roots supplied during September and October only.
1156 Allium acuminatum, a beautiful species, with bright rose-coloured flowers in umbels, 1 ft p. doz. 3/6 o
11K7 .. Murrayanum, bright rose-violet flowers , in umbels, 1 ft per doz. 35 . 6 d. o
aureum (Moly), bright yellow flowers tn umbels , 1 ft per 100 , 5/6 ,, 10 d.
azureum, handsome intense blue flowers, quite hardy, 1 $ ft o
cyaneum (new ) , pretty deep blue fioiuers in clusters, ht. 4 to 6 in per doz. 7s. 6 d. o
descendens, large dark red-purple flower heads, in compact umbels, 2 ft p. doz. 2 s. o
nigrum (magicum), large umbels of /lowers, whitish with black ceiitre, 3 to 4 ft. ,, 2/6 o 3
Karataviense, remarkable for its very large broad glaucous-green handsome foliage 2 6
neapolitanum, white flowers, muck used in bouquets, 15 in per 100 , 5/6 ; per doz. is.
Ostrowsklanum (j yn. oreophyllum), a beautiful new species from Asia
Minor, with large heads of beautiful rose-coloured flowers ,, 3 $. 6d.
pedemontanum (syn. narcissifiorum ), rose-purple, drooping bell-shaped flowers in clusters,
beautiful and very distinct, $ ft 1
pulchellurn, graceful heads of charming bright rosy purple flowers, in July, | ft. per doz. 5/6 o
,, havum, small canary-yellow flowers in graceful drooping umbels, very
charming , July-flowering , J ft per doz. 5 s. 6d. o
Rosenbachianum, large purple-rose flowers, ft 2
roseum, most pleasing rosy puce colour, 1 ft per doz. 2 s. 6d. o
triquetrum, white, striped green, graceful drooping umbels, pretty, 1 ft 2 s. o
The Alliums are a most decorative and showy family of hardy spring and summer-flowering
bulbs, valuable alike for borders or rockwork. A. neapolitanum is easily forced, and the cut
blooms are extensively used for vases and table bouquets.
1172 *Al 8 tromeria aurantiaca, flowers rich orange, spotted carmine, very showy , 3 ft p. doz. 2/6
1173 * ,, hsemantha (chllensls), various, beautiful shades of rose, crimson, orange, yellow, buff,
and blush . with yellow and crimson markings, valuable as cut flowei s...p. doz. 2 s. 6 d.
1174 * ,, pelegrina alba, white , very chaste and beautiful flowers ) Plant on a warm south (
1175 * ,, „ rosea, rose-coloured flowers, beautifully spotted ... ) border, or under glass j
1176 * ,, psittacina, bright crimson fierwers splashed green and mahogany , 3 ft per doz. 2 s. 6d.
1177 * ,, pulchra (syn. tricolor), charming white and yellow flowers, striped and blotched crimson
per doz. 4 *. 6d.
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1148
1149
1160
1151
1152
1163
1154
1155
1167
1168
1169
1160
1161
1162
1163
1164
1165
1166
1167
1168
1169
1170
1171
0 4
1 6
o 6
6
6
3
3
o 3
o 6
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ALPHABETICAL LIST OF BULBS AND TUBERS.
1178
1179
1180
1181
1182
1183
1184
1186
1186
1187
1188
1169
1190
1191
1192
1193
1194
1196
1196
1197
1198
1199
1200
1201
1202
1203
1204
1206
1206
1207
1208
1209
1210
1211
1212
1213
1214
1216
1216
1217
1218
1219
1220
1221
1222
1223
1224
1226
1226
1227
each — J>.
*Alstroemeria, in fine mixture per doz. 2 s. 6 d.
These beautiful Alatroemerias, or Peruvian Lilies, are very easy to cultivate , and produce in
summer abundance of valuable cut flowers , which last long in water. Their showy and attractive
flowers render them useful border plants. Plant 6 inches deep , and by preference close to a wall,
protecting , the first winter, with leaves or litter. A. pelegrina always protect in winter.
*Amorphophallus Rivieri (Umbrella Arum),<z very handsome plant , with large palmate leaves, 2 to
3 ft. in diameter , on a white spotted stem ; plant out of doors in April or pot up earlier 1
*Anomatheca cruenta, a charming dwarf pot-plant, with small bright scarlet, crimson-blotched
flowers; elegant for edgings out of doors, j ft.; plant in Spring per doz. 2 s. 6d. o
*Antholyza COCCinea, a very beautiful bulbous plant, bearing in summer handsome spikes of gor-
geous ve? milion-scarlet flowers on a brown stein per doz., 3 s. 6 d. o
*Api08 tuberosa, a rapid growing elegant hardy deciduous climber, for arbours, trellises , &c o
Arum cornutum, red flowers, spotted black, stem curiously marbled, handsome foliage o
,, crinitum, flowers reddish brown, and of immense size, stem marbled 1
,, dracunculus, large purple-red and black-blue flowers, marbled stem, very handsome o
,, italicum, flowers greenish white, followed by spikes of scarlet berries, leaves spotted o
,, palaBStinum {syn. sanctum). The Black Call a, flowers velvety black inside, olive-coloured
outside , sweet-scented, handsome ornamental foliage, spring-flowering 2
,, syrlacum (Biarurn), inside black, outside olive-striped 2
The Arums are very interesting and more or less handsome plants. Dracunculus and Italicum
are quite hardy ; the other species require winter protection with ashes, leaves, litter, or cocoa fibre,
and should be grown by preference on a sunny border, in light loamy soil.
♦Begonias, Large-flowered varieties in colours for Bedding, crimson, scarlet, rose , white, orange,
and yellow ; each colour separate per doz. 9 s . ; per 100, 63 t.
* ,, Choice mixed large-flowered varieties for bedding p.ioo, 35?. ; p. doz. 5 s. 6 d.
* ,, Beautiful new large-flowered, specially-selected varieties, for' pot-culture and
exhibition per. doz. 155.. 21 s., 30 s., 42 s., & 63*.
* ,, Double, handsome varieties, specially selected for pot-culture and exhibition
per doz. 21 s., 301., 42 s., & 635.
* ,, ,, splendid mixed varieties, for bedding per doz. 12*.
#Bessera elegans, a beautiful Mexican bulbous plant with graceful umbels of drooping bell-shaped,
bright scarlet flowas ; charming indoors, potted early, or planted out on rockwork in Spring, 1 ft.
per doz. 7/6 o
Bloomeria aurea, beautiful umbels of golden-yellow flowers striped brown, hardy, 1 ft. per doz. 4/6 o
Bobartia aurantiaca A beautiful summer- flowering bulb. See Homeria.
♦Bomarea Caldasiana, orange-scarlet, spotted crimson, figured in “ The Garden,” Aug. 6th, 1881 15
* ,, Carder!, a magnificent species, with large clusters of lilac and rosy white flowers 15
* ,, OCUlata, a climbing species, purple-spotted , red flowers in clusters , half-hardy p. doz. 5 s. 6 d. o
The Bomareas are magnificent greenhouse plants, and do best in a compost of equal parts rough
sand, turfy loam, and peat. While in growth, manure-water should occasionally be given.
*Boussingaultia baselloides, an elegant climber and a valuable plant for hanging baskets , window
boxes, rustic tubs, etc., leaves pale green and fleshy, hardy on dry rockwork per doz. 2 s. 6 d.
*Bravoa gemlniflora, long racemes of beautiful orange-scarlet pendant flowers ; a good pot-plant and
also hardy out-of-doors, ft per doz. 45. 6d.
Brodlsea coccinea (Fire-Cracker), handsome crimson flowers, tipped pea-green, ft
congesta, lilac , flowers in rosettes, valuable as a cut flower, hardy, 2 ft., p. 100, 10/6; doz. 1/6
,, alba , flowers white, quite hardy, 2 ft per doz. $s. 6 d.
grandiflora, charming bright blue flotuers, quite hardy, £ ft per 100, 6/6 ; per doz. 1/
Hendersoni (new), handsome umbels of chrome-yellow flowers, striped violet , hardy 1
Howellii, umbels of beautiful large white flowers, changing to lilac-purple, hardy , ii ft. ... 1
VOlubilis, a twining species with a terminal umbel of rose-coloured flowers, half-hardy 1
Brunsvigia coranica , flowers delicate rose, powerfully orange-scented, 3 ft 7
,, multiflora, large umbel of red flowers, 3 ft 10
The Brunsvigia, or Giant Amaryllis, produce , on stout stems, immense umbels, crowded with
large flowers. Requires warm-house treatment.
Bulbocodium vernum, early in Spring this fine bulb produces a mass of bright rose-purple flowers
close to the ground 1 valuable for edgings and rockwork. hardy, h ft. per 100, 51. 6 d.; per doz. is.
Buphane toxlcarla major, orange-red, 1 ft ) Closely allied ~to the Brunsvigia, and require the j
tt tt minor, pink, ^ ft _ | same cultural treatment, Jlowers in large umbels. |
♦Caladium, 12 in 12 beautiful named varieties ) These are perhaps the most beautiful ( 21s -> & 3 0s -
,, 6 in 6 ,, ,, ) and picturesque of foliage stove plants, \8s.6d., 12s., & 18s.
Calla. See Richardia.
Calliprora flava, flowers golden-yellow, with brown stripe, flowering in umbels, resembles Bloomeria
aurea, but flowers a fortnight later, hardy , 1 ft per doz. 3*. 6 d. o
Calochortus luteus, golden-yellow, with purple blotches .. . o
pulchellus (Cyclobothra), golden-yellow o
splendens, purple-lilac, blotched crimson o
venustus, white with crimson blotches, very beautiful o
,, citrinus, lemon colour, with dark crimson blotch o
Selection of 12 beautiful species qs.6d.
„ ,, 6 ,, ,, 3 j. & 4 j. 6 d.
These are the Butterfly Tulips or Mariposa Lilies of California , and possess such delicacy and
brilliancy of colour that the most unobservant are struck with their characteristic beauty. They bloom
from fune to July ; height 1 ft. The bulbs should be lifted when done flowering, kept dry, and be
planted late in autu?nn. They like a sunny dry situation, such as the foot of a south wall, or the sunny
part of a rockery, or they may be grown in pots. We offer only strong home-grown bulbs, which
are preferable to collected roots.
Camassia atro-coerulea, star-shaped rich deep purple flowers, in long graceful racemes, i^ft. ,p. doz. 2/6
,, esculenta, star-shaped bluish purple flowers, in long graceful racemes, lift., p.ioo, 6/6; ,, 1/
,, Fra.ser\,afine distinct species from California, with pretty delicate pale blue flowers, i^ft. ,, 5/6 o
,, Leichtlini. large creamy-white flowers, 2 ft., rare 5
The Camassias are very handsome in the flower border, and perfectly hardy.
♦Chlidanthus fragrans, sweet-scented, yellow flowers 4/05 Indus long; bhoms under glass in May ,
Keep the roots dry during Winter per doz. 5 *. 6 d. o
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1230
1231
1232
1233
1234
1235
1236
1237
1238
1239
1240
1241
1242
1213
1244
1245
1252
1263
1254
1257
1258
1259
1260
1261
1262
1263
1264
1265
1266
per doz.
tlllaria imperialis) is a
stately hardy border-plant,
effective in Spring. Its
tall stem terminating in •
a cluster cf pendant
bell-shaped flowers, sur-
mounted by a tuft 0 /
fresh green leaves. L per doz. 3 *. 6 d.
greenhouse bulb , with beautiful blue
4 s. 6 d.
7 s. 6 d.
7 s. 6 d.
These arc remarkable for their pen- I
dulous blossoms', the stout stem of
Obliquus is surmounted by a large <
whorl of long Jlowers. Gree/i- |
ho use-cu Iture. S utnmer- flowering
1268 Cyrtanthus collinus, crimson, $ ft,
1269 ,, lutescens, pale yellow, interesting species ....
1270 ,, Macowanli, brilliant orange, very handsome
1271 ,, obliquus, orange-yellow, tipped green, ft. .
1272 ,, Qdorus, orange and crimson, fragrant, ^ ft..
1273 *Dahlias, double, choicest named varieties pot-grown dry roots, per doz. 9 s. 8c 12 s.
1274 * ,, single „ ,, ,, pot-grown dry roots, ,, 9 s. & 12 s.
1275 * ,, cactus, intense scarlet ( Juarezi) pot-grown dry roots, per doz. 7 s. 6 d.
1276 * ,, „ pure white (A. W. Tait) ,, ,, ,, 7 s. 6 d.
1277 * „ ,, rich yellow ( William Pearce) ,, ,, ,, 7 s. 6 d.
1278 K ,, ,, mixed varieties ,, ,, ,, 5 *. 6 rf.
1279 Dietes Huttonl ( Butterfly Flflg), a beautiful half-hardy perennial, flowers yellow, spotted crimson ,
and ve/y fragrant ; grow in pots in frames or greenhouse
Erythroniom Dens-canis (Dog’s Tooth Violet), purple, ^ ft. per 100 , 6 r . 6 d.\ per doz. is.
1280
1281
1282
1283
1284
1285
1286
1287
1288
1289
purpureum m^na, purple, large-flowered, ± ft. ,,
roseum, rose, £ ft
,, majus, rose, large- flowered, \ ft. ...
album, white, ^ ft
,, majus, white , large-flowered, ^ ft...
mixed varieties per 1000 , 42 *. ;
large-flowered varieties .
is. 6 J.
is.
is. 9 1 .
lod.
is. 6 d.
,, sibiricum, large deep rose-purple, 7i> ; th conspicuous yelloiu eye, handsome ...
amerlcanum, bright yellow, grows successfully in damp shady places, amongst grass
and decomposed leaves , planted 3 inches deep, | ft. ...p. 100 , 15 *. j per doz. 2 s. 6 d.
ICing Street, Covent Garden, 1892 .]
8 s. 6 d . ;
6 j. 6 d.;
10 s. 6 d.\
6 s. 6 d.;
12 s. 6 d. ;
51 . 6 d , ;
io*. 6 d.\
is. 3 d.
each— a.
1228 *Clivia nobilis (syn. Imantophyllum Altoni), a beautiful bulbous plant for stove or warm green-
house, bearing umbels of orange-red and green flowers, 2 ft 3
Coburgia. See Stenomesson.
Colchicum autumnale, rich rose-purple per 100 , 7 s. 6 d.\ per doz. is. 3 d. o
,, 11 roseum, rose ,, 7 s. 6 d \ ,, u. 3 d. o
n ii plenum, lilac, large and very double... ,, 21 s. od.\ ,, ^. 6 d. o
11 11 album, large pure white flowers ,, 15 *. od. ; ,, 2 s. 6 d. o
11 1 , ,, plenum, pxire white, large and very double, rare 3
.1 n atro-purpureum, deep purple, striped pale pink, very dwaif ...p. doz. 5/6 o
,, ,, striatum, rose-lilac, striped white per doz. 3 J. 6 d. o
M 11 n plenum, very pretty double striped flowers ,, 3 s. 6 d. o
i, ,, Bivonse, large rosy lilac flowers, a fine species ,, 5 s. 6 d. o
,, byzantinum, very beautiful rose-coloured flowers perfect in form , and produced in
great profusion per doz. 4 ^. 6 d. o
,, crociflorum, small white flowers, lined purple-violet, February, ht. 3 in 2
,, luteum, a fine species from Central Asia, small rich orange-yellow flowers, in February,
lit. 3 in. 1
,, montanum (Merendera bulbococlium), rich rose-lilac 1
,, Parkinsoni, petals gracefully reflexed, and beautifully chequered rose-lilac 1
., speciosum rubrum, intense dark ruby-crimson, petals of great substance, and flowers
largest and most magnificent of the family. Figured in i{ The Garden," 1879 , p. doz. 7/6 o
„ szovitzianum, pretty small rose-coloured flowers ,, 5/6 o
,, variegatum, chequered rose-purple and white, pretty, per 100 , 7 s. 6 d.\ per doz. is. bd. o
The great Crocus-like flowers of the Colchicum, or Autumn Meadow-Saffron, carpet the ground
in September and October with colours ranging from pure white to intense crimson. All the
Colchicum flowers are more or less chequered. Parkinsoni and Variegatum arc the most con-
spicuously so. The foliage appears in Spring, and is almost as varied as the flowers ; some have
large massive leaves, others small and frill-like ; a grand bulb to naturalize in grass.
1246 *Commelina tuberosa, a fine border plant, blossoms of the richest blue, with continuous succession of
flowers during Summer and Autumn', plant in S’prhig, .j ft ...per doz. 2/6 o
1247 * ,, ,, alba, beautiful white Jlowers during Summer and Autumn, ft. p. doz. 2 s. 6 d. o
1248 Corydalis bulbosa, red, a British plant useful to naturalize, ^ ft. ..per 100 , 6 s. 6 d.; per doz. is. 3 d. o
1249 ,, cava albiflora, true, white, a very elegant sweet-smelling Spring flower, rare, 1 ft 1
For other beautiful species of Corydalis, see Hardy Plant Catalogue, free on application.
1250 *Crinum americanum, splendid white flowers, 6 to 8 inches long, 2 ft 7
1251 * ,, aquaticum Jlowers rosy red; stand this remarkable plant, whilst growing, hi water, 3 ft. 3
capense. See Amaryllis, page 25 .
erubescens , flowers white, 2 ft 7 s. 6 d. 8 c 10
Moorci (Makoyauum),y£«* large blush-rose flowers, handsome variety , ht. 2 ft 7
riparium, beautiful rose sweet-scented flowers , 2 ft 5
These Crinums are grand warm greenhouse plants, with large umbels of funnel-shaped flowers.
1255 *Crocosmia aurea, bright graceful orange-coloured flowers in racemes, prized as cut flowers in
September, 3 ft. Plant out in light soil April or May. Fine greenhouse
plants, 6 bulbs in a pot per 100 , 7 s. 6 d. ; per doz. is. 6 d.
1256 * ,, ,, Imperialis (new), a grand acquisition, flowers twice the size of Aurea, and of
fiery ora nge colour, a tall and vigorous grower, exceedingly showy 7
Crown Imperial, Crown upon Crown, 3 ft ^ The Crown* Imperial (Fri- f o
Gold-striped foliage, 3 ft
Orange Crown, orange-red, 3 ft....
Single Red, 3 ft
Single Yellow, pure yellow, 3 ft....
Maxima red, large bronze-red, 3 ft...
Swordstem, handsome, 3 ft
Sulphurine, pretty buff colour, 3 ft.
mixed, various shades, 3 ft
Cummingla trimaculata, an exquisite summer-flower in t
flowers, spotted black, jf ft 3 6
Cyclobothra. See Calochortus.
1267 *Cypella Herbert!!, an elegant hardy plant, with small Tigridia-like blossoms, yellow, striped red
and spotted black ; lift the bulbs in Autumn, and replant in Spring, ft per doz. 3 s. 6 d.
Trtontliiic nnlUrmo il Cf \ Th... ...... .. . ... . ..A . /I...'., ..
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1326
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1338
each— s.
Erythronium grandiflorum, large creamy white Ji lowers , 6 to 12 on a spike , beautiful , i ft. per doz.io ; 6 i
>p ,, giganteum (syn Albiflorum), large pure white flowers, with orange
centre, foliage deep green, beautifully marbled and blotchedpurple, i fc. 1
, f ,, roseum (Smithil), large flowers of a beautiful rose colour, i ft i
,, Hendersonl,//0tt/*rj pale lilac, with purple centre, surrounded by narrow yellow ring ,
very beautiful I
,, Nuttalllanum, a very rare species, with golden-yellow flowers, and dark green foliage 3
In spring there is no prettier sight than a mass or edging of Dog’s-Tooth Violets, with their
beautiful variegated foliage and graceful Cyclamen-like flowers, ranging in colour from deep purple
to the purest white. The large handsome American varieties of Grandiflorum are strongly re-
commended; they prefer a partially shaded and moist situation. Mr. William Robinson, referring
to the Dog’ s-Tooth Violet (E. dens-canls), in his paper at the Conference on Hardy Flowers , says,
• • This beautiful and delicate-looking pla nt surprises me at the free way it grows i n grass cohere 1 have
planted it." Mr. R. has unconsciously imitated nature. In the high Pyrenees it abounds in the grass.
Eucharis amazonlca. The snow-white flowers of this handsome stove-plant are deliciously fragrant,
much prized for bouquets and ladies' hair, 1^ ft Pots of strong established roots, 5J. 6 d. & 7
♦Eucomis punctata, a fine hardy border plant , with long spikes of wax-like white starry flowers... o
♦Ferraria undulata, curious and beautiful star-shaped flowers , velvety crimson black, edges of petals
crustated and of an olive colour ; each plant produces abundance of buds, which open daily in suc-
cession. July-flowering, 1 ft. For warm sunny situations out- doors o
Freesia Leichtlini major, creamy white , iA ft. 'i „ Fr««ai are prized /or their de- ( p. 100, 10/6 p. doz. 1/6 o
refracta alba, pure -white, i ft M '■ M
m j_a. j into oloom by Chriatma* \f required ^ , , 5/6 ,, 1 /
In mixture .
Fritillarla meleagris, dark rosy purple,
chequered, i ft.,p.ioo, 12/6;
,, „ pure white, a beautiful
variety, 1 ft., p. 100, 15/
,, „ mixed varieties,
1 ft. , p. 100, 6/6;
,, armena, rich yellow, p. 100, 15/ ;
„ „ ruhra (new), plum-col-
oured, per 100, 21/
111 / •, , , . - „
into bloom by Chriatmaa if required {
'Snakeshead Fritillarias.” Graceful
dwarf plants, with pendant bell-shaped
chequered flowers. They are of easy cul-
ture , make charming pot-plants, and
are very effective planted in groups
on rockwork, in the flower border,
or naturalized in grass ; quite hardy.
;) . a
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1 ) etc.
Charming dwarf aperies from Asia Minor, bear- ( p
</ elegant small bell-shaped flowers. They should J
planted in clumps (0 to 12 bulbs ) on rockwork,
They also make good pot-plants.
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p. doz. 2/
.. 2/3
0
. doz. 2/6
,, aurea (new), very handsome species from Asia Minor , with beautiful rich golden-yellow
flowers, a superior species to F. Moggridgei per ioo, 42/ ; per doz. 5/6 o
,, Buraati, crimson-brown , chequered , very distinct , ^ ft 1
„ Guicciardl (new), large chocolate-coloured flowers 5
,, kamschatica (the Black Lily), curious black flowers , a rare variety , £ ft 1
,, lanceolata, small dull vinous-purple flowers chequered yellow, very distinct, 1 ft 1
,, latifolia mixed shades, broad foliage and large arid handsome flowers , early- flowering
per doz. 35. 6d.
,, oranensis, a fine distinct Algerian species, with yellow and purple-brown flowers 1
,, palli diflora, large handsome pale yellow, chequered flowers, 1 ft 1
„ persica {The Persian Lily), from Mount Ararat, dusky brown, small bell-shaped flowers,
arranged on a spike, 2 ft 2
,, pudica, deep golden-yellow bell-shaped fragrant flowers, in April, A ft 1
„ pyrenaica, fine plum-coloured bells, inside yellow and spotted, iA ft 1
,, ,, lutea, fine yellow-flowered variety, iA ft 1
,, recurva, orange-scarlet, drooping bells, a remarkably distinct beautiful species, 1 ft 1
,, ruthenica, purple-brown, with yellow, 1^ ft 1
,, Tulipifolia (syn. tristis), an elegant species from Greece, with small black flowers, on a
slender stem, § ft 2
Gastronema. Sec Cyrtanthus.
Gelssorhiza Rochensis, a beautiful Cape bulb, bearing in May or June intense Tyrian-blue
flowers with rich crimson blotches in centre, a gem for pot-culture in greenhouse or frame, ht. ^ ft. ... 1
*Gelasine azurea, a beautiful South American bulbous plant, bearing umbels of deep blue flowers in
early summer, half-hardy, 1 ft 2
^Geranium tuberosum, creeping geranium, violet-rose flowers, a hardy rock-plant , per doz. 35. 6 d. o
*Gesneras and Tydseas, a very beautiful family of greenhouse plants, which, if grown cool in
summer, and brought into warmth in autumn, yield abundance of bright, attractive elegant flowers
in winter. The foliage generally ornamental. Beautiful named sorts, per doz. ior. 6d. & 15J.
*Gloriosa superba, rich orange red, gaudy flowers') The Gloriosa Lily is a charming stove clim- ( 3/6 &
yirescens, deep orange and yellow V ber ; when trained on a globe or along a wire its< 3/6 &
* ,, Planti , orange-red and yellow j splendid blossoms are seen to the best advantage. {3/6 &
♦Gloxinia, splendid named varieties per doz. ior. 6 d., 15*., 21 s.8t 30 s. ; is. 6 d., 2s. 6 d. &
* ,, beautiful varieties in mixture per doz. 6 s.
Habranthus coccineus and Andersoni. See Hippeastrum and Zephyranthes.
HsemanthUS albiflos, white, 1 ft It would not be possible to overrate the grand-'
,, coccineus, scarlet, 1 ft cur of this noble genus, whether grown in the
Katharine brilliant orange- greenhouse or stove. Place a plant in bloom of
the glowing Masdevallia ignea, or M. Veitchii ,
side by side with Haimanthus puniceus, and
nsli an observer which is the brightest, freshest,
or most effective. H. Katharines is the most
„ magnificent of nil.
scarlet, 2ft.
pubescens, white, 1 ft. ...
puniceus, orange-scarlet , :
tigrlnus, deep scarlet, 1 ft
ft.
3s. 6d. &
*Hedychium Gardnerianum, yellow, fragrant ... ( The Indian Garland flowers. Handsome\
* 7 coronarium, white sweet-scented [greenhouse plants. H. Gardnerianum*^ I
pallidum, l, ih tycUow "*}
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1339 Hippeastrum advenum coccineum, larges H. praetense was figured in " The Garden," l '
, „„„ umbels of purple-red 'flowers, ift. I 1878 , from plants flowering in the garden of the j 1
prsetense, brilliant scarlet, 1 ft. ( late Rev. John Nelson. Plant close to a wall, at) c
■.•Li tt ”1 roseum, rosy lilac, \ tt. ) a depth of 9 inches, or grow in pots in a greenhouse ( I
1342 Homerla aurantlaca (Bobartia), bearing a profusion of charming bright salmon-rose /lowers in
summer ; plant on light soils or rockwork, 1 ft per 100 . 8 r. 6 d . ; per doz. is. 3d.
1®™ t. colllna, a beautiful Sparaxis-like plant, with a profusion of orange-scarlet flowers,
cultural treatment same as for Ixias, 1 ft per doz. 31 . 61 i. o
1344 Hyacinthus amethystinus, an elegant miniature alpine Hyacinth of the most beautiful amethyst-
blue ; charming in pots , and clumps in flower borders , or as edgings; quite
hardy, ^ft per ioo, qs. id. ; per doz. is. 3d.
1 , azureus. See Muscari azureum, page 17 .
* Hyacinthus candicans (the Snow-white Summer-flowering Giant Hyacinth), see page 23 .
*Hymenocallis amancaes, the golden-yellow Peruvian Daffodil, a rare species, rift 13
,, calathlnum, the pearly, sweet-smelling White Sea Daffodil, rift. ..per doz is id o
littoralls. See Pancratium.
undulata, beautifully fringed, large white delicate flowers, ij ft per doz. 6 ,v. 6 uT. o
The Hymenocallls are beautiful greenhouse bulbs, and also suitable for out-doors, planted close to a
south wall at a depth of 9 inches.
Imantophyllum Aitoni. A syn. of Olivia nobilis, seepage 29 .
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1346
1347
1348
1349
1350
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1362
f Handsome bulbous plants for \ 3/6 &
stove or U'ai'jrt greenhouse. (
" , , miniatuin, orange-crimson flowers, in clusters 2 ft.
* ,, cyrtanthiflorum, orange-coloured flowers, in clusters 2. It, i
"Iamene. See Hymenocallis.
Ixiolirion tataricum (Pallasi), beautiful deep blue tubular flowers , perfectly hardy. Plant late
in Autumn, and lift when done flowering, ii ft p cr doz. - s Q
Lachenalia aurea (1 st Class Cert., R.H.S.), bold spikes of rich yellow flowers, $ ft . o
contaminata, white and rose, Heliotrope-scented flowers, i ft 1
fragrans, white, sweet smelling flowers, 1 ft 1
glaucina, spikes of pretty metallic-blue flowers, handsome spotted foliage , very striking
i ft. Figured, Pot. Mag.,Vol. 64 , Tab. 3552 f‘ 0
luteola, flowers yellow, with green and red, robust grower, 1 ft. .........per doz. es id
Nelsoni, deep rich golden-yellow, large flowers, one of the finest, 1 ft. 1 6
pallida, large spikes of pale metallic-blue flowers, tinged pink, fragrant, 1 ft. ... 16
pendula, large brilliant red flowers, tipped green and purple; very beautiful and
showy i ft. per doz. 4 r. 6d.
pustulata, white, very distinct and remarkable blistered foliage, 1 ft
quadricolor, scarlet, yellow, and green, with broad crimson lip, very beautiful, ift"’ ...
tricolor, scarlet, yellow and green, 1 ft per doz. 3s. i d.
viridis, green and white, 1 ft.
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The Lachenalias are vety beautiful plants, with curiously spotted leaves and handsomer flower
spikes, early in Spring. They should be potted early in a compost of loam, sweet leaf soil, and
sand, placed in a greenhouse or frame, and never allowed to suffer for want of water. See Plate in
" The Garden," 1880 .
*Littonia modesta, an elegant greenhouse climber, yielding abundance of slender deep golden-
coloured bell-shaped flowers. In warm situations it may be planted out-doors in April „ 5
1364 Lycoris aurea, golden pendant flowers, October -flowering, 1 ft .... ) Greenhouse bulbs of ureati 7 6
1366 ,, radiata, rosy carmine flowers, June-flowering, ji ft. ... | beauty “ ) 7 5
1366 ‘Malvastrum Gilliesli (Modiola), figured in “ The Garden ” of aith Jan., 1882 . ’ This chawing
hardy rock-plant is prof usely covered with crimson-purple flowers all the summer . *16
Methonica Plant! and Superha, etc. See Glorlosa.
1367 *Milla biflora, pure white, large flowers of great substance, should be grown in pots under glass, or
kept dry, and planted out in March in a well-drained and sunny situation, per doz. cr. 6 d.
hyacinthina lactea, pure white, an exceedingly useful plant for cut flowers, 2 ft. , , ' or' 3J
laxa, large rich Tyrian purple flowers, 1 ft f
longipes, graceful white flowers borne in umbels ,’ 5 / i d
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1373
Murrayana, fine lavender-blue, lined purple, 1 ft.
5-f. 6 d.
uniflora, white, shaded porcelain, ft per ico, 2 s. 6d. ; per doz. 6d.
,, lilacina, porcelain, striped violet, J ft 3s. 6d. -, ,, 8d.
The Milla (Triteleia) is a family of varied character; Dniflora is very dwarf, and produces
masses of beautiful flowers in Spring. It is very effective on rockwork, etc., also as an edging and
in small beds or naturalized in grass ; grown in pots, it is very charming ; M. laxa and Murrayana
in June and July produce large umbels of lovely coloured flowers; M. hyacinthina lactea is very
decorative ; all are perfectly hardy.
Modiola geranloides. See Malvastrum Gilliesli.
1374 *Montbretia Pottsii, graceful branched spikes of small crimson-scarlet,
remarkably showy, til. Figured in ‘‘ The Garden," 1880 p.
croeosmiflora,
Gladiolus-like flowers,
, - , 100 , 6c. id. ; p. doz. u.
elegant branched spikes of handsome showy brilliant orange-red
shaded yellow flowers, 2 $ It per ico, qs. id.-, per doz. n. 3d.
t ► 1 1 aurea, large golden-yellow flowers , qs. id.
a 1 , " Bouquet Pa.rfa.lt," deep yellow, shaded vermilion ... 6 ,./.
" a “Etoile de Feu," large open flowers, rich vermilion-red, with yellow
centre per doz. 3s. id.
• • n Golden Sheaf, handsome spikes of beautiful deep golden-yellow
flowers ; good dwarf habit per doz. qs. id.
II II pyramidalis, pretty apricot colour, compact and erect growth , , qs. id.
Montbretias rank amongst our most decorative bulbous plants in summer. ' Their graceful
spikes of showy flowers are valuable for cutting and last long in water. They thrive out-doors in
a sandy loam, but require protection in winter.
1381 * Nemastylis Prlnglii, a very beautiful new bulbous plant in June, bearing charming star-shaped
azure-blue flowers two inches across, ^ ft. Hardy on rockwork in warm spots. Keep dry during
winter, and plant early in spring
King Street, Covent Garden, 1892 .]
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ALPHABETICAL LIST OF BULBS AND TUBERS
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1424
1425
1426
Nerlne curvlfolla Fothergilli. large umbels of handsome flowers, deep vermilion-scarlet, i ft. ...
,, sarniensls. See Guernsey Lily, page 25.
corusca, bright dazzling-scarlet, with 20 to 25 /lowers in a cluster, 1 ft
venusta, umbels of bright scarlet flowers in September, very free
' ' undulata (crispa), rose-coloured flowers , petals elegantly curled , a gem, $ ft
OpUrys and Orchis, 12 In 12 dl9tinct beautiful hardy varieties for peat borders, io.t. 6 d. & 151.
,, 6 In 6 „ „ ,, ,, 11 i> 5*. 6d. & 71. 6d.
Ornlthogalum arablcum, while, black centre, handsome fragrant flowers in June, a very fine pot-
plant ; may also be planted on warm sunny south borders, 1 ^ ft. fine roots, p.doz. 2/6
aureum, rich apricot orange, a beautiful and rare species, 1 ft
montan um, charming species, pure white flowers, distinct and beautiful,?, in. p.doz. 3/6
nutans, elegant drooping green and white flowers ; 1 ft. ...p. 100, 6s. 6 d. ; p. doz. is.
pyramldale, large spikes of beautif ul snowy white flowers, 2 ft per doz. ns. 6 d.
pyrenaleum , yellowish green, in June long erect graceful flower spikes, 2 ft. ,, 31. 6 d.
umbellatum, pure white starry flowers in umbels, freely produced ; recommended
for masses, edgings, and naturaliz ition per too, 31. ; per doz. 6 d.
,, splendens, flowers in the way of 1394, but larger and finer, p. 100,4/6; ,, 8 d.
unifolium, a small pure white distinct species per doz. 4f. 6 d.
Ornithogalums (Star of Bethlehem) are fine hardy bulbs, flowering in Spring and early Summer.
Arablcum’fiK,/ aureum should either be grown in pots or planted in a warm situation close to a
south wall, at a depth of 6 inches. Nutans, Pyramldale, Pyrenaleum, and Umbellatum, in
grass are fine plants for naturalizing. O. nutans and O. umbellatum are natives of England.
Pancratium calathinum. A syn. of Hymenocallls, which see, page 31.
* „ niyricum, beautiful white flowers, with long filamentous outer segments. A fine
pot-plant, or for planting under a south wall at a depth of a foot , 2 ft. ...per doz. 10/6
* ,, Uttorale, a beautiful greenhouse bulb, with pure while flowers 1/04 inches long, and
resembling a Giant Trumpet Narcissus, 1 ft
* marltlmum, white flowers, delightfully fragrant, suitable for pot-culture, or to plant
under a south wall at a depth of a foot, 1 h ft per doz. 7/6
»Pardanthus chlnensis (Leopard-spotted Flower), beautiful crimson flowers, spotted orange,
produced in Autumn, requires light covering in winter, 1 J ft
♦Pentlandla mlnlata, a beautiful greenhouse bulb, with handsome crimson drooping flowers, r J ft. ...
•PhSedranaSSaChlOracea.jWAw, very fragrant, I^ft. p.doz. 5/6 h Th0 phmdranasiiae (Queen Lilies) (
* mbro-vlridis, rich crimson, tipped green, 1^ ft. ... I are handsome pot-planta, but may alto be )
* “ sehizantha, rich vermilion, tipped yellow and green f
* ,, ventricosa, scarlet, protruding anthers, i$ ft ) \
♦Polygonatum multlflorum majus, the larger-flowered form of Solomon' s Seal, a graceful hardy
plant. Valuable to naturalize in wild gardens and woods , or for early-forcing, 2 ft. p. doz. 31. 6d.
Ranunculus amplexlcaulis, a lovely Alpine Buttercup, with glaucous grey foliage and large snowy
white flowers ; beautiful in borders or on rockwork, 1 ft per doz. 7 s. 6d.
*Richardia aethiopica (The Lily of the Nile), large white trumpet-shaped flowers, established in pots
per doz. ioj. 6d., 15*., 21 s. & 30 s.; each is., is. 6d., 2 s. &
* t nana (Little Gem), newdwarf variety, with pure while flowers, beautiful in pots
* " albo-maculata, flowers while, foliage beautifully spotted white, an extremely effective
pot-plant, and valuable for beds and borders per 100, 18 s. ; per doz. 2 s. 6d.
* tl hastata, fine yellow flowers ,with black centre and white-spotted leaves
* ” melanoleuca.yfwtf primrose flowers, with black centre per doz. qs. 6d.
The Richardias are all greenhouse plants. Albo-maculata is much prized for its beautifully
spotted foliage ; Hastata for its fine yellow flowers. These two varieties may also be planted out-
doors in spring for summer decoration.
*Rigidella immaculata, a beautiful Mexican bulbous plant, flowers brilliant orange-scarlet, in
June, very showy, i^ft., same culture as for Tigridias per doz. 15 s.
Romulea speciosa, a graceful little bulbous plant with grassy foliage, and deep carmine satiny
flowers , charming on rockeries, Sfc., h ft. j per 100, 8/6 ; per doz. 1/6
Sanguinaria canadensis major, white flowers in spring, borne above the coltsfoot-like leaves,
truly charming ; plant in moist peaty soils and shady places ; perfectly hardy, J ft per doz. 3/6
Schlzostylis coccinea, rich scarlet Gladioli-like flowers in spikes. Quite hardy. It delights in a
sheltered situation, amongst trees and shrubs. Established masses Lifted in Autumn and potted ,
flower freely under glass for months, ft per ioo, ioj. 6d.\ per doz. 1/6
Solomon’s Seal. See Polygonatum.
Sparaxls pulcherrima, a remarkable plant , with a dense elegant grassy foliage, from which rise
graceful wiry flower stems, 3 to $ feet high, arching over in a broad graceful curve, from which
hang beautiful bell-shaped flowers ; quite hardy. Figured in “ The Garden," 1888
*Stenome8Son flavum (Coburgia) , beautiful yellow flowers, 4 to 5 in. long ) Greenhouse bulbs of easy f
* ,, incarnata, beautiful orange-red flowers , 4/05 in. long f culture. June-flowering. \
*Tecophilsea cyaneocrocea, a most beautiful Chilian spring-flowering bulb, of dwarf growth, bearing
large crocus-like deep ccerulean blue flowers with white throat, delicately scented. It makes a
charming pot-plant, or can be grown in a warm dry situation on rockwork , or under a south wall...
Triteleia. See Milla.
Tropaeolum azureum, true, a beautiful rare bulb. Flowers rich violet-blue, while centre, very pretty
brachyceras, a fine yellow-floiuered species
Jarrattii, scarlet , orange, and black per doz. 5 s. 6 d.
pentaphyllum, red and green, perfectly hardy
polyphyllum, golden-yellorv flowers in long trusses , quite hardy per doz. 5/6
speciosura, rich scarlet flowers in clusters, quite hardy ; pots, full of roots,
per doz. qs. 6 d. & ior. 6d .; 9 d., is. §c
* , tuberosum yellow and red, very distinct, quite hardy , Flantin Spring, p. doz. 35 . 6d.
—s. d.
3 0
2 6
2 6
1 6
o 6
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o 9
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1 6
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Tro iM'.OL u m s — con tin ued.
Tlie foregoing Tropaeolums are all beautiful climbers. Azureum, brachyceras, and Jarrattl, are
recommended for the greenhouse to trail over trellises, round pillars, etc. PentaphyUum is a fine climber for
warm sunny situations out-doors . Polyphyllum revels on a sunny rockwork. Tuberosum requires an open
situation and poor soil , and should have branches to scramble over. Speciosum it one of the most lovely of hardy
climbers, ana may in the south be successfully grown if planted in a cool, moist situation, away from the sun's
rays ; tt delights tn a shady place, and especially near a stream where its roots can enjoy the water.
1428 Urceolina pendula [syn. aurea), a splendid warm-house bulb, with large golden-yellow flowers,
tipped with rich green , and produced in graceful drooping terminal clusters
1429 Wat 80 nia, inn 6 named vars. 4/6 I The Wat sonia is very ornamental and showy ; (
1430 mtod varieties f requires same cultural treatment as the Gladiolus. ( p. doz. 2s.6d.
ii JiiiAcu Ydiicuico | requi
1431 Zepbyranthes Andersonl ( Habranthus),
flowers brown and gold , J it.
atamasco, large pure white flowers,
nearly 3 in. long, ht. £ ft
Candida, see Amaryllis, page 25.
carlnata, beautiful full rose, large
handsome flowers , ht. 1 ft
Treatise, beautiful white fragrant
lily-like flowers, ht. 1 ft ,
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1434
1435
These Swamp Lilies arc a beautiful family of
bulbous plants requiring greenhouse culture, 1
or they may be grown in a sunny well-drained j
situation against a south wall. Charming J
pot-plants, several bulbs in a pot. Early
sum mer- flower in g.
( p. doz.
each
s. d.
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GARDEN REQUISITES.
Bouquet Stalk Wire, in bundles of 1 lb., finest, it. 6 d . ; second, it. 4 d. ; third, it. 2 d. ; thickest, it.
Bouquet Steel Wire, for wiring Camellias. Roses. Gardenias, &c., in bundles of 1 lb., it. 6 d.
Bouquet Binding Wire, per reel, it. 6 d.; Silvered Binding Wire, per reel, it. c)d.
Bouquet Gum, for fixing the petals of Geraniums, Primulas, &c., per bottle, it. and 2r.
Bass Mats, best Archangel, per doz., 211. ; each 2 t.
Bass Raphia, a light material for tying, per lb., it. 6 d.\ per 14 lbs. 14/-; specimen bundles, 6d. and it.
fertilizing Moss, in original bags, for plant culture, 2T. 6 d.
Gloves, strong, for pruning, best quality 2/6 per pair. I Gloves, Ladies, for gardening, best quality, 2t 6 d
,, Gent, s, for pruning, best quality 3/ & 4/6 per pair. | and 3T. 6d. per pair.
Hyacinth Glasses, Plain, in six colours, per doz., 5T. 6d.\ in Fancy Designs, per doz., qs. 6d. to 21s.
Knives, Saynor’s, best quality, pruning, 2 r., 2t. 6 d., 3T., 31. 6d., 4s., and 4-r. 6 d. each.
” r •» »> budding, 31., 3T. 6d., and 4?. 6d. each.
labels, W oonEN.for pots and borders, painted ; in bundles of 100, 3* inches, 8 d.\ 4$ inches, ic d. \ 5* inches, it.,
bg inches, it. 3 d.\ q\ inches, it. 6 d.\ 9 inches, st.
,, Metallic, for pots and borders, per 100, No. 1, 4T.; No. 2, 3T. ; No. 3, 3T. 6 d.\ No. 4, 31.; No. 15,21.6*/.
" >* for suspending: No. 5, for nailing to walls, 3T. 6d.\ No. 13, 2T. 6 d.\ No. 6, for ’roses,*
2T. 6 d.\ No. 14, it. 6d. ; No. 7, for fruit trees, 2T. Ink to write on metallic labels,
per bottle, 6d. and it.
Pencils, Wolff’s, solid marking, for writing on wood, 3 d. ; extra thick, 6d.
Shreds, Medicated Garden Shreds, bundles of 100, 2 inch, 6d. ; 3 inch, 8d. ; 4 inch, it. : 5 inch, it. 6d.
Scissors, Saynor's, for Vines, 3T. 6d. ; for pruning, 4T. 6 d., 5T., and 6t.
Secateurs, Saynor's Improved, 5T. 6 d. and 7T. 6 d.
Tiffany. -A light, cheap, shading material for conservatories, greenhouses, etc. ; No. 1. 20 yards long 39 in
wide, per piece, 5c ; No. 2, manufactured with mineral solution, 6r. per piece; No. 3, double strength,
18 yards long by 36 in. wide, per piece, qs. ; No. 4, treble strengiii, per piece, 9T.
Wooden Flower Sticks, in bundles of 100, 12 inch, it. 3*/. ; 18 inch, it. 8d. ; 24 inch, 2t. 6d. : 30 inch, *t -
36 inch, 3T. 6 d. ; 42 inch, 4T. 6 d. ; 48 inch, 6t.
Plant Insect Destroyers, Manures, and Soils.
GARDENERS’ AND AMATEURS’ MANURE. In tins, 6d., 1 /-, 2 / 6 . and S/6 ; 28 lb., 10 / 6 ; 56 lb. 18
FOWLER’S INSECTICIDE. In jura at. 1/6,' 3/-, 5/8, and In;..'
MEALY BUG DESTROYER, j)er bottle, 1/., 2/6, 5/., anti 10/-.
THE GISHURST COMPOUND, an effectual Insect-killer, bones, 1 3/., and 10/6.
SUPERIOR TOBACCO PAPER. 1/6 per lb. ; Superior Tobacco Rag, l/o per lb
**«. C A?* <, i er8 ’ x/ -. 2/ 6 - »“«l S/- each. The *’ Duplex ” Powder Distributor, 2 6 each.
•• LPTHO»U?M"' Tva mnsAw," 1 sl ? e ? t V'T* dcst, °yer. half.pint, 1/6 ; pint. 2,6 ; quart, 4/6.
LMHOKION (VAPOUR UONEj, a certain destroyer of all insect life affecting plants or trees. For 50 cubic feet.
soil s ° Vo • eac p ; t t i , Ti h ! 2 r 5 2 0> 1 ;“ cb > for 1000, 1 -6 ; for 4000, 6/.. Further particulars on application
bOILb. Loum, Peat, Leaf Soil, Silver baud, and Prepared Potting Soil, per bushel, 2 / 6 .
To have Dry and Warm Feet use GISHURSTINE as a Dubbing
On the Soles and Uppers of Boots and Shoes ; greatly valued by Sportsmen,
In Tin Boxes, 6 d. and it. ; by post 9 d. and it. 3 d. Specially prepared for hot climates, per box, 9 d. and is. 6 d.
BARR’S PREPARED CHARCOAL AND COCOA FIBRE.
For growing’ Ferns in Plant Cases, and Bulbs in Jardinets, Glasses, &c. Fill the
Hyacinth glasses with the preparation, and then add water till no more can be absorbed. In the
glass, place the bulb so as to rest the base on the preparation, then tie it down with brown paper as
you would a jam-pot, 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 tha't the material in the glass is
kept wet. 1 he same remark applies to bulbs grown in vases ; they must be kept in place till they have
rooted. No. 1 quality, 6/- per bush. ; 2 /- per peck. No. 2 quality, 4/6 per bush ; 1/6 perpeck.
TAIT AND BUCHANAN’S ANTI-BLIGHT AND MILDEW POWDER.
The most effectual fungicide vet discovered for destroying Mildew on Vines, Tomatoes, Roses, Fruit Trees,
and Bushes, Strawberries, Chrysanthemums, Cucumbers, Peas, Hops, and a Preventive to Potato
disease. Price, in tins, etc., 1 lb., 1/-; 3 lbs., 2/9; 7 lbs., 5/6; 14 lbs., 10/6 ; 28 lbs., 18/-: 56 lbs..
35/-. Circulars with full information on application.
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GROUP OF
BARR’S DAFFODILS.
No. 1. Ajax “ Santa Maria.”
No. 2. Leedsii “ Duchess of
Westminster.”
No. 3. Ajax “Golden Spur.”
No. 4. Ajax “ Cyclamineus.”
No. 5. Triandrus albus
(Angel’s Tears).
No. 6, Ajax minimus.
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