Bulb Sale Catalog 2016 by Chicago Botanic Garden

Fall Bulb Festival Bulb Sale Catalog 2016

Welcome to the 2016 Fall Bulb Festival Fall is in the air. The seasons are changing and summer is nearly behind us. However, in order to ensure that your spring is filled with an explosion of color, you will need to plan and plant…now. The Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society’s annual Bulb Festival can help you make it all happen. This event ensures that your garden will be bursting with color when you need it most—next spring! You will find the finest and freshest top-sized tulips, narcissus, amaryllis, and other specialty bulbs carefully researched and vetted by the Woman’s Board, including 77 bulbs that are new to the sale. Here are a few highlights for 2016: •

The custom blends will be featured from the Lake Cook Road entrance and the Sensory Garden. We even have a bouquet blend of tulips, hand-selected by the Woman’s Board.

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We were so excited by the planting of Narcissus ‘Las Vegas’ in the English Walled Garden that we had to include it in the sale.

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We’ve expanded the varieties offered in the Allium section to include several newcomers including Allium ‘Cameleon’.

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By visitor request, we selected some show-stopping parrot tulips, including ‘Bright Parrot’, ‘Rococo’, and ‘Super Parrot’.

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No sale would be complete without adding some specialty bulbs such as Frittilaria acmopetala with its sweet green and purple bells or Lilium ‘Manitoba Morning’ for an early summer surprise.

Proceeds from the 2016 Bulb Festival ensure that the Chicago Botanic Garden continues to protect biodiversity, connect people with plants, and move forward with thriving research and programs that cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Many thanks to our inspiring co-chairs Mary Alice Miller and Jennifer Tippet. Along with their bulb selection committee and Stephanie Lindemann, manager of horticultural events, they have created a festival full of eye-popping choices, fun events, and learning opportunities. Special thanks to the Visitor Events and Programs department, for it's creativity and assistance. All of the Woman’s Board members look forward to assisting you in the creation of your very own spring spectacular!

2016 Fall Bulb Sale Administration Mary Alice Miller Woman’s Board Chair Jennifer Tippet Woman’s Board Vice Chair Valerie Foradas, Susan Green, Beth Jernigan, Kitty Kirby, Joani Lowry, Holly Rothschild, Susan Spears Woman’s Board Committee Members Chicago Botanic Garden Staff Stephanie Lindemann Manager of Horticultural Events Sarah Harlow Coordinator of Visitor Programs and Events Jill Selinger Manager of Adult Education Boyce Tankersley Director of Living Plant Documentation Tom Weaver Horticulturist

Carolyn Katz, President, Woman’s Board Cover: Fritillaria imperialis ‘Rubra Maxima’

Bulb Sale Hours Members Only: Friday, October 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. General Public: Saturday, October 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale will be held in the Regenstein Center at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Please park in the main parking lots and follow the signs directing you to the bulb sale.

Payment We encourage you to assist us in maximizing our support of the Garden by using cash or checks. However, we gladly accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.

Bulb Sale Preordering Bulb Sale preordering is available for Garden members from August 19 to September 30, 2016. Select from our most popular bulbs available for preorder. Order your bulbs online to ensure that you receive the items you want. Our prices are extremely competitive, and our bulbs are fresh from Holland.

All preorders must be entered with a credit card via the website. Preorders may be picked up in the preorder pickup area of the Regenstein Center during the Fall Bulb Festival hours: Friday to Sunday, October 7 to 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Preorders are processed in the order received; orders cannot be shipped. The following bulbs are available for preorder, subject to availability, and substitutions are not allowed. Allium ‘Graceful’ — Ornamental Onion Allium sphaerocephalon — Drumstick Onion Camassia quamash ‘Blue Melody’ — Wild Hyacinth Crocus tommasiniaus ‘Barr's Purple’ — Tommy Crocus Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Splendid Cornelia’ — Hyacinth Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Delft Blue’ — Hyacinth Iris reticulata ‘Harmony’ — Dwarf Iris Muscari Mix — Grape Hyacinth Narcissus Blend — All Spring Mix — Narcissus Blend Narcissus ‘Exception’ — Division I Daffodil — Trumpet Narcissus ‘Accent’ — Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped Narcissus ‘Barrett Browning’ — Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped Narcissus ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ — Division IV Daffodil — Double Narcissus ‘Jetfire’ — Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus Narcissus ‘Bell Song’ — Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla Narcissus ‘Actaea’ — Division IX Daffodil — Poeticus Tulipa ‘Princess Irene’ — Single Early Tulipa ‘Clearwater’ — Single Late Tulipa ‘El Nino’ — Single Late Tulipa ‘Orange Princess’ — Double Late Tulipa ‘Hemisphere’ — Triumph Tulipa ‘Kung Fu’ — Triumph Tulipa ‘Shirley’ — Triumph Tulipa ‘Lightning Sun’ — Darwin Hybrid Tulipa ‘Ballerina’ — Lily Flowered Tulipa ‘Maggie Daley’ — Lily Flowered Tulipa ‘Exotic Emperor’ — Fosteriana Puschkinia scilloides — Striped Squill Scilla forbesii ‘Pink Giant’ — Glory of the Snow Scilla siberica — Squill

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Disclaimer Bulbs are offered for sale at retail only. This is a benefit bulb sale and funds are to be contributed to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Therefore, there are no discounts offered either to professionals or to members of our support groups or auxiliary boards. We make every effort to price the bulbs fairly. All sales are final. Bulbs cannot be exchanged or returned for refunds. All bulbs are premium quality. They are shipped directly from growers in Holland and the United States. They are hardy and viable for planting in USDA Zone 5, unless noted otherwise. We cannot be held responsible for losses due to extreme weather conditions, improper storage conditions, delayed planting, improper site conditions, or improper climate plantings.

We strive to be accurate in both our catalog descriptions and labeling. We suggest you use the catalog as a source of information for determining how these bulbs will perform in your landscape. Although information is based on the fact that the Chicago area is located in Zone 5, bloom time, height, and color are approximations and can be affected by weather and site conditions. Call our Plant Information hotline at (847) 835-0972 for any “how-to” questions, or for information regarding the growth habits of the bulbs you purchase. It is the policy of the Chicago Botanic Garden to purchase bulbs that are certified to be nursery-propagated. The Chicago Botanic Garden is one of the treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County.

Tom’s Tips on How to Grow Bulbs You’ve made the decision to add spring bulbs to your garden. Now you need to choose the best location for them. The area should receive full sun for at least six to eight hours a day. This location should also be well-drained. If you notice standing water in the area after a rainstorm, it is not an ideal location. Too much moisture can lead to bulb rot. Adding a little bit of compost to the soil will improve your chances for a dazzling display. A layer of compost about an inch thick spread over the top of the soil should be sufficient. Turn the soil over with a shovel to incorporate the compost into the soil. This helps move the organic matter into the root zone of the bulb and will make your planting easier. Ideally, you should place your bulbs about 6" apart. If you’re looking for a lush display, you can plant 4" apart. The rule of thumb for planting depth is twice the height of the bulb. Tulips are generally planted 6" deep and daffodils are planted about 8" deep.

Tulipa (Tulip)......................................................... p. 14

Once your planting is complete, lightly water the area to help settle the soil and provide immediate moisture to the bulbs. If you have a problem with pests digging in your garden, you can place deer netting over the planted area. Sod staples will hold the netting in place, and their black color makes them almost invisible. A light layer of leaf mulch provides a neater appearance, as well as additional protection since most animals are deterred by the smell.

Specialty Bulbs................................................... p. 21

Tom Weaver is a horticulturist for the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Table of Contents Allium (Ornamental Onion)...................................... p. 6 Narcissus (Daffodil)................................................ p. 8

Forced Bulbs....................................................... p. 31 Woman’s Board Members................................... p. 33 Index................................................................... p. 33

Catalog Symbols Full Sun

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New to the Sale Z Fragrant Wildlife Resistant

It is the policy of the Chicago Botanic Garden to purchase bulbs that are certified to be nursery-propagated.

Tips on Planting Plant your bulbs as soon as the weather turns consistently cool but before the ground has frozen. Soil that is rich in organic matter with a neutral pH will provide the best environment. Since most bulbs prefer to be relatively dry during their dormant period, they may perform best when planted in well-drained soil or in elevated beds. Most bulbs will not thrive in an area with poor drainage. Determine the proper planting depth for each variety according to the chart below. Loosen the soil 2" to 3" below the approximate planting depth to allow for optimum root development. Firmly place each bulb in the hole with the pointed end upright. If it is difficult to determine which is the top of the bulb, plant it on its side; it will grow upward and perform normally.

Water at least once after planting and at least once a week in spring if the garden does not receive a Â˝" of rainfall per week during the growing season. Avoid planting bulbs in the path of daily dousing from an irrigation system. Dormant bulbs are susceptible to fungal diseases when subjected to constant dampness. In spring, remove flowers when they have faded, leaving foliage to photosynthesize, a process necessary if flowers are to bloom again the following year. Never cut, tie, braid, or bend foliage; instead, remove it when it begins to yellow and fall over. Bulbs are best left in the ground to regenerate for the following year.

Carefully cover the bulbs with soil to prevent breaking off any sprout growth. Do not put fertilizer in the hole with the bulb, as it may burn the tender new roots as they develop. Top-dress with a bulb fertilizer upon planting and each autumn thereafter for best continuing spring bloom. A cover of mulch 2" to 3" thick helps to retain ground moisture, reduce weeds, and protect the bulbs from heaving when temperatures spike.

A. ‘Graceful’ 12–16" These 3", globe-shaped blossoms are composed of white-topale pink florets with darker stamens. This delightful flower blooms from late May to early June and is a great performer in any garden. A. ‘Hair’ 12–18" This odd-looking allium produces hanging green leaves from aerial bulbils and resembles a full head of hair. Expect these unique blooms from late May to early June. A. ‘Pink Jewel’ 30" Dress up your border with this pretty pink allium. The 6" flower clusters are composed of true pink florets with green centers. Allium ‘Cameleon’

Allium

Ornamental Onion

Allium 36–48" Ornamental onions are elegant and spectacular. Their blooms range from a huge 12" to a tiny 1", in colors that vary from purple to pink to white to yellow. Best of all, alliums are wildlife resistant. Plant the small ones in rock gardens or as border plants. Plant the larger ones in perennial gardens where other plants will hide the yellowing foliage. They make wonderful cut flowers. A. ‘Ambassador’ 36–48" Perched on tall, sturdy stems, these magnificent spheres of royal purple florets provide impactful vertical interest for borders. This Dutch hybrid is one of the last large alliums to flower and looks wonderful with late tulips and peonies in late May and early June. A. ‘Cameleon’ 12–16" This petite allium gets its name from its color-changing abilities. It bursts into bloom in June, first showing a dusky rose color then pales to pristine white with stark pink veins, which provide a delightful contrast. A. ‘Gladiator’ 36–48" A very tall stem supports the tightly formed, softball-sized, blue, lilac-purple flower head of this superb selection. It creates a great sculptural effect in the garden and blooms from late May to early June.

A. atropurpureum 12–24" Very dark purple, star-shaped florets create tennis ball-sized flower heads of this selection. The color is so rich that it often appears purple-black. The flowers appear in late May to early June and combine well with other light-colored allium. A. caeruleum 12–18" Blue Globe Onion The delicate, true-blue, 1"-round flower head of this selection appears from late May to early June. It is easily grown, divides readily, and naturalizes well. This flower works nicely in borders and bouquets. A. caeruleum has been a charming and popular choice since its introduction in 1830. “The bluest blue of any flower, and it causes comments wherever it appears.”—Kris Jarantoski, director and executive vice president “This is my favorite ornamental onion; the delicate flowers look cool as a glacier.”—Celeste VanderMey, supervisor, plant records A. caesium 12–16" This native of central Asia is composed of dozens of sky blue florets, which have a striking deeper blue mid-vein. This gorgeous bulb looks spectacular planted in clumps.

Bloom periods may vary based upon weather and individual site conditions.

A. flavum 12" This is a dwarf species, great for a rock garden or the front of the border, and adaptable to partial shade. The 1" pendulous flowers are lemon yellow and have up to 30 blossoms per stem. Butterflies love this plant. Look for them (the butterflies and the flowers) from June to July. Anna Pavord, author of Bulb, loves its superb silhouette. A. jesdianum ‘White Empress’ 24–30" The perfect choice for the gardener who can’t wait, this bulb is an early bloomer. These impressive flowers are starry white with deep lime-green centers. They are long-lasting and a magnet for bees. A. karataviense ‘Ivory Queen’ 8–10" Glaucous, arching foliage is reason enough to grow this plant. Mildly fragrant, 3-5" flowers are present in May. This flower works especially well in containers and in the garden. One of the shortest allium, the bulbs should be planted 5" deep. A. moly ‘Jeannine’ Lily Leek 12" This selection has two 3" clusters of long-lasting, bright yellow, star-like flowers per stem from late May to early June. It performs well in shade and is very effective when planted among groundcovers, eventually developing into a broad clump. It has been grown in Southern Europe for centuries and is said to bring good luck and prosperity. “For a late spring bulb, I love using Allium moly. Bright yellow, it adds a wonderful pop of color right after many spring flowers have begun to fade and just before summer flowers take center stage.”—Tom Soulsby, horticulturist A. neapolitanum Naples Onion 8–12" This graceful, sparkling white flower makes a fine cutting specimen and is an easy bulb for beginners.

Allium ‘Gladiator’

A. schubertii Schubert Onion 18–24" These striking, airy flowers are composed of pale rose florets presented on stems of varying lengths. This is a uniquely beautiful selection that is ideal for cutting. Although this is a nonhardy variety, it will often overwinter if planted in a well-drained, sheltered location. You can also dig and store the bulb for spring planting. It blooms in late May to early June. “This ornamental onion looks like fireworks when in flower. It is truly stunning. They also look great coming up through catmint, geraniums, and veronica.”—Andrew Bunting, assistant director and director of plant collections A. sphaerocephalon Drumstick Onion 24–36" The rich burgundy florets of this selection form a tight pear-shaped blossom about 1" in diameter. The unusual flowers are very long-lasting and emerge in late May to early June, creating an eye-catching display. It is one of the most reliable of all allium.

Division I—Trumpet Narcissus Trumpet daffodils have one flower per stem with a cup (corona) that is as long as, or longer than, the petals (perianth segments). Trumpets are best used as bedding plants to create an impactful display, and naturalize easily. N. ‘Exception’ – Midseason 16" This very new introduction features impressively large ivory flowers with soft apricot edges on a lemon-yellow throat. Consider this spectacular bulb for your terrace containers as well as your bulb beds. N. ‘Fidelity’ – Midseason 18–20" Translucent, soft yellow petals enhance a trumpet of equally soft apricot pink. Plant this Narcissus where it’s protected from intense afternoon sun. Grant Mitsch hybridized this exquisite variety. N. ‘Las Vegas’ – Midseason 14–16"

Narcissus All Spring Mix

Narcissus

Daffodil

Nothing can compare to a host of daffodils as a joyful and cheerful harbinger of spring. Due to their unique combination of beauty, versatility, and durability, daffodils are one of the best-loved perennials. All varieties are resistant to disease and unpalatable to most pests (especially deer and squirrels). Daffodils prefer well-drained soil and thrive in full sun to partial shade. They are ideal for naturalizing. Once established, they will bloom radiantly and reliably for many years with very little care. We have researched at great length the diversity of all 13 divisions of daffodils. We have traveled to Holland and Virginia to select those cultivars that perform brilliantly while giving you the most eye appeal. We are proud to present some of the finest varieties from some of the best growers and breeders in the world.

An impressive large flower with white petals and a large yellow trumpet, ‘Las Vegas’ is a wonderful variety for mass plantings. N. ‘Lemon Glow’ – Midseason 12–18" Trumpet daffodils tend to be big and brassy but this is an exception. The blooms of ‘Lemon Glow’ are certainly large but they are more subdued and delicate. The color is primrose yellow—bright but understated and distinctive—with a ruffled lemon-yellow cup. N. ‘Mount Hood’ – Midseason 15–17" The cup of this elegant ivory flower matures to pure white. Introduced in 1937, this award-winning selection is an excellent addition to any garden.

Blends The Woman’s Board is pleased to offer two blends of daffodil bulbs that provide excellent selections for extended bloom time, superior fragrance, and naturalizing. Let us do the work of creating just the right mix for you! All Spring Mix—This is a terrific mix of 15 daffodils that provide 12 weeks of glorious blooms from early to late spring. 10–20" (50 bulbs) Naturalizing Meadow—This is a wonderful selection of smaller daffodils—perfect for naturalizing. 14–18" (50 bulbs)

N. ‘Pink Silk’ – Midseason 14–16" A lovely variety with excellent substance; the pristine white petals provide a perfect backdrop for its large, clear silky-pink, slightly flared cup. N. ‘Rijnveld’s Early Sensation’ – Very Early 12–14" Lovely yellow flowers are just a shade darker at the tip of the cup. The earliest trumpet to bloom, often in February, this variety holds up very well in inclement weather. It is easy to force and very reliable.

N. ‘Tropical Sunset’ – Mid to Late 14–16" Radiant white petals surround a glowing orange cup—hence the name of this selection. A hint of the Cayman Islands in your very own garden, it is a terrific naturalizer and will be there for you year after year.

Division II—Large-Cupped Narcissus Large-cupped daffodils have one flower per stem with a cup (corona) that is more than one-third, but less than equal to, the length of the petals (perianth segments). These varieties are good for bedding, cutting, naturalizing, and forcing. Narcissus ‘Accent’

N. ‘Accent’ – Midseason 14–16" This is an American-bred variety with substantial, crisp white petals that surround an intense sunproof and up-facing salmon-pink cup. This bulb grows vigorously and is one of the very best landscape pinks. It is a winner of the Wister Award, given by the American Daffodil Society for outstanding garden performance and show quality. N. ‘Carbineer’ – Early to Midseason 16–20" Hybridized pre-1927 by renowned Welsh breeder Alexander Wilson, ‘Carbineer’ is a highly recommended, multi-award winner with rich, bright lemon-yellow, orange-cupped blooms. Six wide, oval petals are creased with pointed tips; showy, up-facing flowers display a pale orange, funnelshaped corona that flares out at its ruffled and scalloped tip. ‘Carbineer’ seed stock has parented over 87 varieties. ‘Carbineer’ has received a Royal Horticultural Society Award of Merit. N. ‘Delibes’ – Early to Midseason 12–18" Buttercup-colored petals and a lemony-orange cup with a strong orange rim give this bloom a bright and cheerful face. This showy award winner is long-lasting and superb for cutting. It is especially appealing when planted in drifts. N. ‘Great Expectations’ – Mid to Late 12–18" Z This variety is monochromatic, with it's bold yellow petals and cup. Perfectly formed with remarkable substance, it is a charming addition to any garden.

N. ‘Mary Bohannon’ – Midseason

16–20"

This is a delightful flower with strong stems that carries vivid yellow blooms, which surround flared and frilled orange trumpets. All this and it’s fragrant too! Use these for cutting and enjoy them indoors. N. ‘Perfect Lady’ – Early to Midseason 14–18" Z Snow-white petals frame a vivid watermelon, frilled cup with green eye. Sun will not fade these brilliant colors. The flowers are long-lasting, and the foliage is soft blue green. N. ‘Red Devon’ – Early to Midseason 14–18" The flashy tangerine center cup of this beauty is the first thing to catch your eye. The surrounding petals of lemon chiffon are a perfect contrast and herald the joy of spring. N. ‘Sentinel’ – Midseason to Late 14–16" This incredibly beautiful, flamboyant selection has flowers with large, rounded white petals and a lovely salmon-pink cup. N. ‘Smiling Sun’ – Midseason 12–18" Z This is an elegant selection with a golden-yellow trumpet that spreads its gold onto the base of the white petals. The coloring is most unusual, and the flower is strongly scented. N. ‘Tickled Pinkeen’ – Midseason 14–16" Z These are perky daffodils with creamy yellow petals and apricot-colored cups. They are excellent for mass plantings, and their incredible fragrance adds to their desirability for cutting.

Bloom periods may vary based upon weather and individual site conditions.

Division IV—Double Narcissus These flowers look like roses. They are lovely when used for bedding and cutting. The large flowers hold best when provided with protection from heavy winds and rain. N. ‘Bridal Crown’ – Midseason to Late 14–16" This multiflowering white- and saffron-colored selection has three to six flowers per stem. One of the earliest doubles to bloom, this incredibly fragrant daffodil is a great forcer.

Narcissus ‘Barrett Browning’

Division III—Small-Cupped Narcissus Small-cupped daffodils have one flower per stem with a cup (corona) that is not more than one-third the length of the petals (perianth segments). These selections are long-lasting perennials that are good for naturalizing and bedding. N. ‘Barrett Browning’ – Early 14–16" This flower will remind you of a passage of poetic verse. Its reddish-orange cup is in perfect harmony with the brilliant white petals that surround it. An heirloom favorite since 1945, it forces well and is an excellent perennializer. N. ‘Dreamlight’ – Late 16–18" The pristine white petals of this lovely selection surround a buff-to-white cup that has a green eye and a reddish-orange rim—a dream come true! N. ‘Green Eyes’ – Midseason 12–14" A fragrant variety, ‘Green Eyes’ is noted for its unusual, very small, chartreuse-colored corona. Petals mature to a brilliant pure white, and it is an excellent choice for the front of the border.

N. ‘Candy Princess’ – Midseason 14–16" The cup of this scrumptious recent introduction is composed of a profusion of coral pink segments that are sprinkled with white highlights, creating a unique frothy appearance. Surrounded by pure white petals, this intriguing and delightful flower is also fragrant. N. ‘Double Smiles’ – Midseason 10–14" The whorls of vivid yellow petals and delightful fragrance of this gorgeous, full flower will bring a smile to your face and lift your spirit! N. ‘Rose of May’ – Late 12–16" Multiple soft yellow blooms on each stem are a feature of the fragrant dwarf variety. N. ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ – Late 14–16" Each stem of this 1937 heirloom holds two or three soft primrose flowers that have a touch of orange at the center.

Division V—Triandrus Narcissus

N. ‘Jamestown’ – Midseason to Late 14–17" Surrounded by bright white petals, the bowl-shaped, goldenyellow cup of this beautiful daffodil has a ruffled orange rim and a glowing green center.

Triandrus daffodils have two to three nodding or pendulous flowers per stem. Flowers have a fruity fragrance. These graceful varieties are good for bedding, rock gardens, cutting, and containers.

N. ‘Ringtone’ – Midseason 14–16" The petals are the color of champagne with white highlights. The cups have wavy mustard-yellow edges.

N. ‘Stint’ – Midseason 10–12" Multiple lemon-yellow petals with darker yellow bowl-shaped cups on each stem are a feature of this fragrant dwarf variety.

N. ‘Sunlight Sensation’ – Midseason

12–16"

We are very pleased to offer this new and unique introduction from Brent Heath. ‘Sunlight Sensation’ is a free-flowering daffodil with up to five stems per bulb and two to four florets per stem. It has a fruity fragrance and deep green leaves. N. ‘Thalia Sun’ – Midseason 16–18" New in 2011, this sport of ‘Thalia’ has up to four star-shaped flowers per stem. A slightly reflexed, glistening white perianth surrounds a cup-shaped, light greenish-yellow crown. Beautifully fragrant, this bulb is in short supply.

Division VI—Cyclamineus Narcissus The graceful trumpet-like cup (corona) has flared petals (perianth segments). The foliage is small and low growing. All are very early flowering and perform well in borders and containers. They are also good for naturalizing and forcing. N. ‘Cha Cha’ – Midseason to Late 8–12" With unusual colors for this division, ‘Cha Cha’ shows pure white, reflexed petals with a lovely, long warm-pink cup and green base. It was registered in 1986 by the renowned daffodil hybridizer from Northern Ireland, Brian Duncan. N. ‘February Gold’ – Early 12–14" This very early-flowering selection has sulfur-yellow petals and a yellow-orange cup. An heirloom from 1923, it is excellent for forcing and naturalizing. “On a gray spring day, the reflexed flowers are a delight.”— Boyce Tankersley, manager, living plant documentation N. ‘Jack Snipe’ – Early 8–10" Reflexed, creamy white petals that blend to yellow at the base surround the buttercup-yellow trumpet of this early bloomer.

N. ‘Jetfire’ – Early to Midseason 12–14" This lovely flower has reflexed yellow petals that sweep away from the bright red-orange cup. It is a reliable selection that is one of the best to perennialize.

Narcissus ‘February Gold’

N. ‘Mother Duck’ – Early 8–12" This distinctive dwarf daffodil has creamy reflexed petals edged with a broad lemon yellow stripe and delicately frilled mouth. N. ‘Prototype’ – Midseason 10–14" A rose-pink trumpet surrounded by reflexed, greenish-yellow petals distinguishes this charming and unusual flower. N. ‘Rapture’ – Early 12–14" With petals that sweep away from the cup, this nodding yellow daffodil resembles a shooting star.

Division VII—Jonquilla Narcissus Jonquilla daffodils have many small flowers per stem, with a honeysuckle or jasmine fragrance. The dark green, reed-like foliage is finer than that of most daffodils. These varieties thrive in hot summers. They are good for naturalizing, bedding, and cutting. N. ‘Beautiful Eyes’ – Midseason to Late 12–18" Ivory white petals contrast handsomely with the bright orange corona. There is a golden yellow halo at the base. N. ‘Bell Song’ – Late 12–14" This strong-growing, American-bred variety is white with a very smooth salmon-pink cup. It has a delicate sweet fragrance.

Division IX—Poeticus Narcissus These daffodils have flowers with a red-rimmed yellow cup (corona) and white petals (perianth segments). They all have a spicy fragrance and are perfect for naturalizing, borders, and cutting. N. ‘Actaea’ – Midseason to Late 14–16" This enchanting heirloom from 1927 was named for one of King Solomon's concubines. Beautiful white, rounded petals surround a yellow cup with a dark red rim. ‘Actaea’ has an intriguing scent, and is one of the best midspring flowering narcissus.

Division XI—Split-Corona Narcissus Narcissus ‘Suzy’

N. ‘Pipit’ – Early 14–16" Sweetly fragrant, ‘Pipit’ bears up to six chartreuse-yellow flowers per stem; the cups mature to creamy white. Blooms are long-lasting and naturalize well. It was awarded the Royal Horticultural Society Medal of Garden Merit. N. ‘Suzy’ – Midseason 12–18" Highly fragrant, this early blooming jonquilla is a must-have. The pale yellow flowers have widely flared, shallow orange cups. N. ‘Yazz’ – Late 12–14" ‘Yazz’ opens with a pale yellow perianth that matures to ivory, with a frilled apricot-to-pink-to-yellow cup accented by an apricot pink cup rim. Planting this bulb in partial sunlight will encourage this Narcissus to develop a full pink cup.

Division VIII—Tazetta Narcissus Tazetta daffodils have many flowers per stem and a musky sweet fragrance. These are excellent perennializers and are useful for bedding, cutting, and forcing. This division contains a subgroup of nonhardy tazettas. These cultivars can be forced without a cold period. N. ‘Martinette’ – Early to Midseason 12–16" Dainty and delicate, this very fragrant and showy variety has four to five blooms per stem, with vivid lemon-yellow petals and bright orange trumpets.

The cup (corona) of the flower is split for at least one-third of its length. The large, upward-facing blooms make this one of the showiest types of daffodils-—excellent when used in mass plantings and as cut flowers. This division contains a subgroup called the papillon, or "butterfly" types. They have a sunburst of color that radiates outward from the center of the cup. The Dutch grower Jaap (Jack) Gerritsen (1902–1992) introduced many of these wonderful split corona daffodils through his company J. Gerritsen & Sons: ‘Cassata’ in 1963, ‘Orangery’ in 1973, and ‘Parisienne’ in 1961. He also developed excellent miniature daffodils—‘Topolino’ and ‘Baby Moon’ are two that we offer. N. ‘Congress’ – Midseason 14–16" A Gerritson collar-type, ‘Congress’ has brilliant 4"-wide flowers with a bright greenish-yellow perianth, a slightly ruffled, intense orange cup, and a sunshine-yellow base. N. ‘Orangery’ – Midseason 8–12" This dramatic "butterfly"-type flower is composed of a wide, flattened orange cup that sits atop a layer of white petals. The effect is simply stunning. N. ‘Taurus’ – Early to Midseason 14–18" Creamy white petals and a generous split corona with yellow ruffles tipped with apricot make ‘Taurus’ a special addition to your garden. N. ‘Vanilla Peach’ – Midseason to Late 14–16" Something to watch—fragrant vanilla ice cream-colored petals are surrounded by a generous, frilly peach-colored split corona. The petals darken to lemon-yellow as they mature.

Division XIII—Botanical Narcissus These types are distinguished solely by botanical name. N. albus plenus odoratus – Late 12–14" This extremely fragrant, double, pure-white variety has flowers that resemble a gardenia. N. jonquilla – Late 10–12" An heirloom grown since the mid-1700s, this sweetly fragrant daffodil produces several diminutive golden-yellow flowers with small cups. N. jonquilla var. Henriquesii – Early 6–12" The bulb produces golden-yellow flowers with small fluted cups, two to four florets per stem. It is excellent in rock gardens, pots, or the front of the border. Named after and in honor of Professor Julio Henriques, director of the botanical garden in Coimbra, Portugal, it is attractive to birds, butterflies, and bees. It was found growing in the wild in Portugal. N. obvallaris – Early 8–10" This golden-yellow flower with a broad, upward-facing trumpet looks like a baby ‘King Alfred’. An heirloom from before 1800, it forces easily. N. x odorus flore pleno – Early 10–12" A beautiful yellow hybrid, this bulb produces stems with two or three fragrant double flowers. N. poeticus var. recurvus – Late 10–12" The sparkling, slightly reflexed white petals of this delicate selection surround a yellow cup that has a red rim. This flower’s spicy, sweet fragrance adds to its appeal.

Other—Miniature Narcissus N. ‘Hawera’ – Division V – Midseason to Late 8" This heirloom charmer is loaded with long-lasting, fragrant pale yellow flowers. Petals are slightly swept back and present a paler, cup-shaped crown. Very adaptable, this miniature daffodil thrives in partial shade or full sun, naturalizes well, and is a good forcer—an all-around winner! N. ‘Minnow’ – Division VIII Midseason 5–6" This variety has four to five fragrant flowers with white or yellow petals and tiny buttercup-yellow cups. The dainty flowers present an impressive display in containers. N. ‘New Baby’ – Division VII – Midseason to Late

4–8"

This miniature has small, golden-yellow flowers that are sweetly scented. N. ‘Sailboat’ – Division VII – Midseason 6" Glistening ivory petals reflex slightly at the tips to provide a perfect foil for this daffodil’s delicate, clear-yellow cup. A prolific selection, it is a blue-ribbon winner. Planting with vibrant blue Muscari creates an enchanting effect. N. ‘Smiling Twin’ – Division XI – Midseason

12–16"

A seedling from Brent Heath, this stunning bi-color boasts a ruffled, yellow center on beautiful, crisp white petals. N. ‘Toto’ – Division XII – Midseason to Late 4–6" Each stem holds numerous, precious little flowers with pristine white petals and a straight yellow cup that matures to creamy white.

Narcissus poeticus var. recurvus

Bloom periods may vary based upon weather and individual site conditions.

Tulipa

Tulip

Tulips are the stars of the garden in April and May, with their wide range of colors and sizes; they also are some of the most versatile of ornamental plants. Tulips are great when used in perennial borders, city gardens, and containers. Since most varieties thrive for only a few years, gardeners should treat tulips as short-lived perennials. However, there are a number of varieties that perform exceptionally well year after year. We have selected several of these perennial tulips, and they are noted in the descriptions below. Tulips grow best in full sun (some will adapt to partial shade) and well-drained soil. They will not tolerate overwatering during their dormancy. Plant the bulbs 6–8" deep.

Single Early Types These single-flowering varieties are among the earliest to bloom. Since they open earlier in spring, the flowers tend to hold longer than those of later-flowering varieties. They have strong and durable stems and flowers, many of which are fragrant. Use them in borders, containers, or for forcing. Tulipa ‘Beauty Queen’ 16" A true beauty, this stunning award winner has lightly fragrant flowers that are an artful blend of apricot, salmon, and rose pink. T. ‘Princess Irene’ 14" ‘Princess Irene’ has soft orange flowers that are streaked with purple near the base. The interior of the flower is orange with yellow near the base. This remarkable tulip is a favorite choice of many gardeners.

Blends Each spring the talented Chicago Botanic Garden design staff unveils glorious bulb plantings in various display gardens. The Woman’s Board is pleased to offer bulb combinations from four of their favorite displays, conveniently packaged for easy layout and planting. The Garden Blends contain ten bulbs of each variety. When planted together, they provide a long-lasting parade of beautiful blooms. Recreate a piece of the Garden in your own backyard! Entrance Garden – Tulipa ‘Clearwater’, ‘Jackpot’, ‘Negrita’, ‘Shirley’ Sensory Garden – Tulipa ‘Akebono’, ‘Orange Princess’, ‘Ballerina’, ‘Black Hero’, ‘Dordogne’ Bouquet Blend – Tulipa ‘Clearwater’, ‘La Belle Epoque’, ‘Super Parrot’, ‘Green Star’

T. ‘Yokohama’ 16" Famous for its long-lasting blooms, ‘Yokohama’ has vibrant and dazzling yellow petals with very pointed tips. Strong and sturdy stems withstand seasonal rains and wind; vivid color harmonizes well with other spring bulbs.

Double Early Types These are long-lasting, early flowering selections with blossoms that resemble a peony or rose. They are typically shortstemmed and very sturdy. They are excellent for beds and borders, containers, and forcing. T. ‘Chato’ 14" Lush, peony-like double flowers open early in a sumptuous iridescent pink, with a hint of violet. ‘Chato’ always garners rave reviews for its intense color, and is ideal for pots and containers. T. ‘Monte Flame’ 12–14" Deeply colored, ruffled flowers open with vivid golden-yellow petals feathered in flaming oranges and reds. No two are alike! This stunning double-early tulip opens to shades of magenta, becoming paler on the edges, and resembles an old-fashioned rose. Like all others in this class, it is robust with sturdy stems.

Double Late Types These are late-blooming double flowers that resemble peonies and roses. They are striking anywhere in the garden and are great for cutting. T. ‘Annelinde’ 14–16" With its peony-like double petals, fragrant ‘Annelinde’ shows exquisite shades of soft pink and rose flushed with soft green and yellow, and cream-edged variegated foliage. A sport of the favorite ‘Angelique’, it is a stellar performer in the garden and as a cut flower.

Tulipa ‘Annelinde’

Single Late Types Formerly referred to as cottage tulips, these are great for borders, beds, and cutting. T. ‘Clearwater’ 18–26" Pure white flowers appear in tall grey-green, lance -shaped foliage. Graceful and striking, this is the new and improved variety of old favorite ‘Maureen.’ Some experts say it’s the most important single white in the current offerings. T. ‘Dordogne’ 24–26" Sport of the great favorite ‘Menton’, ‘Dordogne’ offers huge blooms of soft claret with tangerine feathering along the petal edges. An excellent cut flower, this irresistible tulip is a Royal Horticultural Society Award of Merit winner. T. ‘El Nino’ 24–30" This superb bulb comes from one of the world’s leading tulip hybridizers, D. W. Lefeber, and features a variable display of golden to salmon shades that deepen with age, resembling flickering firelight. A favorite of flower arrangers, this bulb has strong stems and showy coloration.

T. ‘Aveyron’ 20" This fluffy, flouncy newcomer displays petals of deep rosy pink with paler pink edges and white and green striations. An exceptional cut flower, ‘Aveyron’ is eye-catching in both the garden and bouquets. T. ‘Black Hero’ 20" This stunning sport of ‘Queen of the Night’ is fully double with lustrous midnight black flowers and a maroon sheen. Mix with pinks and whites for a spectacular effect. T. ‘Dream Touch’ 16–18" A late spring knockout for your garden, this double tulip shows violet petals with delicate white edges, and pairs well with white, pink, and purple colors.

T. ‘La Belle Epoque’ 18" One of a kind! This new introduction features singularly rare and gorgeous coloration: apricot, amber, and rose enriched with pale creams and yellows. The blooms are long- lasting. It is an excellent pollinator as well. T. ‘Orange Princess’ 12" A gorgeous, almost triple-flowering selection features fragrant petals that are nasturtium-orange, accented with purple-red flames.

T. ‘Paul Scherer’ 16–18" A drama queen, this sultry charmer has large, egg-shaped, intense purple-black flowers that contrast beautifully with any shade across the color spectrum. The deep color attracts pollinators, and its sturdy stems and brilliant color make it a favorite cut flower for bouquets. The Royal Horticultural Society chose it for an Award of Garden Merit.

Triumph Types This is the largest group of tulips with the widest range of colors. The flowers grow on strong stems of medium height and are slightly smaller than Darwin types. These are the best tulips for forcing and work well in borders and containers. T. ‘Abu Hassan’ – Midseason 16–18" Rich mahogany-crimson, goblet-shaped blooms edged with gold are as charming as an old tapestry—unique, distinctive, and dazzling! T. ‘Don Quichotte’ – Midseason 20" Operatic in its intensity, this large, flamboyant deep rose flower has a lovely purplish-blue sheen. The stems are sturdy and strong. T. ‘Hemisphere’ – Midseason 14–16" Fascinating flowers range from white with feathered rose to solid rose; every bloom has its own unique patterns of freckles and stripes.

T. ‘Jackpot’ – Midseason 16" A phenomenal color breakthrough, ‘Jackpot’ is a lush, deep burgundy flower with ruffled, creamy white petal edges. It withstands spring storms and has a long vase life as a cut flower. T. ‘Kung Fu’ – Midseason 16–18" Elegant, cherry-red blossoms and delicate silvery-white edging are hallmarks of this Triumph tulip. For beds, borders, and containers, ‘Kung Fu’ is suitable also for forcing. For the best visual effect, plant in groups of 10 to 15 bulbs. T. ‘National Velvet’ – Midseason 14–16" These striking, wine-red blossoms glow with a lavender sheen and are a favorite of contemporary garden designers for their simplicity and intense color. T. ‘Negrita’ – Midseason 16" This reddish-purple flower with beetroot-purple veins is great in masses or combined with other, contrasting colors–an excellent mixer. T. ‘Shirley’ – Midseason 20" These charming flowers are composed of ivory-white petals edged and splashed, in varying degrees, with shades of purple and lavender. For best effect, plant the bulbs in drifts of a dozen or more. T. ‘Suncatcher’ – Midseason 16–18" Ignite your garden with this brilliant newcomer. Its bright, chrome yellow blooms tipped with scarlet-red petal edges are sure to bring splashes of sunlight to your tulip bed.

Tulipa ‘Negrita’

Multiflowering Types These bouquet-flowering tulips produce at least four, full-sized flowers per stem. Technically not a class of tulips unto themselves, but part of the single late group, they make for a full garden display as well as lush cut-flower arrangements T. ‘Antoinette’ – Late 16–18" This kaleidoscopic flower opens pale yellow, white, and green, then turns yellow with raspberry petal edges and finally intensifies into deep salmon-orange with a golden yellow base above slightly variegated foliage—an amazing show that’s always changing! T. ‘Night Club’ – Late 16–18" A rich violet-purple beauty blooms with multiple flowers (3–5) on each stem.

Flamed Tulips This group of tulips is referred to as "flamed" because of the stark contrast between two colors. Flamed tulips are also known as broken tulips or Rembrandt tulips. T. ‘Grand Perfection’ – Midseason 14–18" Bred to resemble seventeenth-century Rembrandt tulips, this unique flower’s creamy ivory petals are brushed with burgundy and carmine feathering. It has earned the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit. T. ‘Pretty Princess’ – Midseason 13–18" This regal specimen is a sport of the much-loved ‘Princess Irene’. Newly developed, it has a blush-pink head, burgundy flames, and a hint of white edging on the petals. Distinctive foliage is rich, deep grayish-green with white margins. T. ‘Spryng Break’ – Midseason 14–18" A cross between Triumph and Darwin types, hybrid ‘Spryng Break’ offers the best of both—a huge Darwin head with the strong stems and longevity of the Triumphs. Beginning with white petals and reddish-pink flames, the flower changes daily as the flames become more dominant—a fascinating display.

Tulipa ‘Annelinde’

Darwin Types Among the most versatile of varieties, these are perfect for naturalizing, borders, cutting, and forcing. They are very coldand drought-tolerant. The brilliant flowers are long-lasting on strong stems and hold up well against wind and weather. These are regarded as the longest-lasting perennial tulips. T. ‘Akebono’ – Midseason 28" The semi-double flowers are big and full, but their pale yellow coloring, often touched with red and green, gives them surprising lightness and grace. T. ‘American Dream’ – Midseason 18–20" With a warm glow, this elegant Darwin hybrid displays butter yellow petals contrasted with broad tangerine-red edges. In sunlight, the flowers reveal a bright interior with black eye—a show stopper. T. ‘Beau Monde’ – Midseason 26" Set the fashion in your garden by planting sweeps of this superb, large, cup-shaped tulip, which has white petals with raspberry flames and a flash of bright lemon yellow at the base. T. ‘Conqueror’ – Midseason 12–24" A bold, vibrant tulip dressed in canary yellow will seem like a giant sunbeam is living in your garden.

T. ‘Ballerina’ – Late 22" Sweetly fragrant, this tulip pirouettes with golden-yellow petals with red flames, yellow edges, and a red center. T. ‘Green Star’ – Late 18" This phenomenal bulb opens chartreuse-white with extraordinarily bold green flames. With reflexing curved petals, the tulip has a look of a starburst and is unforgettable in borders, beds, or containers.

Tulipa ‘Daydream’

T. ‘Daydream’ – Midseason 20" Opening clear yellow, the color of this lovely flower gradually transforms into soft apricot-orange with a touch of rose. Mass plantings will show multiple colors at one time. ‘Daydream’ is mildly fragrant. T. ‘Jaap Groot’ – Midseason 18" You’ll want to fill your garden with this charming, radiant flower composed of creamy white-to-ivory petals painted with golden-yellow flames. The foliage has a snow-white margin, adding to the ornamental appeal of this winning selection. T. ‘Lightning Sun’ – Midseason 20" This slightly fragrant flower is brilliant marigold-orange with an azalea-pink sheen, a yellow center, and strong stems. T. ‘Sake’ – Late 20" ‘Sake’ is an elegant, iridescent, rich-rose tulip with a deeper rose-pink interior and star-shaped black base bordered in sunshine yellow.

Lily-Flowered Types This late-flowering favorite has reflexing, curving petals. Lily-flowered tulips are known for their tall, strong stems and elegant blooms—great for containers. T. ‘Aladdin’ – Late 18–22" This bulb was introduced to the market in 1942. The petals have a shape similar to an Aladdin’s lamp; thus the name. Deep red blooms are edged with a thin line of yellow.

T. ‘Maggie Daley’ – Late 20" Twelve years in development, this tulip with a special relationship to Chicago made its debut on Michigan Avenue in spring 2010. This magnificent purplish-rose flower blooms on a sturdy stem. This is a standout in any garden and sensational when massed—especially after our long, white winters.

Fringed Types Similar to parrot tulips but less frilly, the fringed types are edged in crisp, short, spiky fringes. Most bloom late in the season and are best used in the garden and for cutting. They do not force easily. T. ‘Blue Heron’ – 22" Midseason to Late The flowers are an unusual light violet-purple, delicately edged with a crystalline fringe and displayed paler interior tepals. The Royal Horticultural Society honored this bulb with the Award of Garden Merit.

T. ‘Hamilton’ – Late 18–20" An extremely showy cultivar with frilly, fringed buttercupyellow flowers, ‘Hamilton’ will light up your landscape. The Royal Horticultural Society selected this bulb for its prestigious Award of Garden Merit.

Viridiflora Types These single, late-flowering varieties are green with one or more secondary flower colors. They are striking and will add character to any spot in the garden. These long-blooming varieties are great as cut flowers and typically do not force easily. T. ‘Artist’ – Late 16" A whole palette of colors in one bloom, its salmon-rose outer petals are flushed with purple and green. The interiors of the flowers are salmon and light green. It sounds lurid, but it is truly wonderful.

T. ‘Super Parrot’ – Midseason 16–20" Elegant ‘Super Parrot’ opens with scalloped and ruffled ivory white petals, brushed with spring green flames.

Kaufmanniana Types These long-lived, low-growing short perennial tulips flower very early in spring; they are great in rock gardens, beds, borders, and containers. The flowers usually open flat and wide, like a waterlily. T. kaufmanniana ‘Early Harvest’ – Early 8–10" The petals of this outstanding, award-winning tulip are deep orange on the outside with a gold edge, and they grow paler toward the inside with flushes of dark highlights. Purplish mottling on the foliage adds intrigue to this outstanding selection. Warm up your spring garden with this radiant gem. Scilla siberica offers a pretty color contrast.

T. ‘Greenland’ – Late 20" This tulip is always a favorite in the spring. Its outer petal edges are pink; they lighten to a creamy yellow with green feathering in the center.

Parrot Types The heavily fringed and scalloped petals are multicolored and showy. Parrot types are superb when used in beds, borders, and containers; they make striking cut flowers. T. ‘Bright Parrot’ – Midseason to Late 14–18" Here is a look-at-me showboat! This ‘Kees Nelis’ sport shows huge, ruffled, deep blood-red flowers edged and flamed in a blazing primrose yellow. It has a canary-yellow base. T. ‘Rococo’ – Late 14–18" This sport of ‘Coleur Cardinal’ features oversized cardinal-red petals feathered in purple and green; in full sun the petals open to flat, revealing the brilliant colors. Several years ago, it was named the Japan Bulb of the Year.

T. k. ‘Heart’s Delight’ – Early 8–12" This is a fabulous cultivar. Unique colors of carmine red petals edged with pale rose contrast with very pale pink on the interior; mottled foliage adds to its distinction. When open, the flowers resemble waterlilies. Try these with Scilla siberica, a handsome combination.

Fosteriana Types These early-blooming flowers are typically large and also quite long-lived. Broad green to gray-green foliage is often mottled or striped for additional interest. T. ‘Exotic Emperor’ – Early 20" This is a semi-double flower with creamy-white petals and green flames. Not only is it fragrant but it also has a large flower head, making it perfect for cutting. T. ‘Flaming Purissima’ – Early 16" This extremely showy variety has a rich cream flower streaked with pink to raspberry-red hues. Rather variable in coloration, it provides a perfect all-in-one, color-coordinated mixture.

Tulipa ‘Bright Parrot’

Greigii Types These are known for their striking purple-striped foliage. The large, chalice-shaped flowers open wide to reveal interior colors. They perennialize well and are perfect companions for midseason daffodils. T. ‘Plaisir’ – Early 8–12" This very striking tulip produces a carmine-red bloom, sulphur edges, and yellow base with black stripes. The variegated foliage adds extra flair with mottling and purple streaking. Greigii tulips are perfect for rock gardens and borders.

T. ‘Portland’ – Midseason 16" An exquisite member of the new generation of taller, more robust Greigii tulips, ‘Portland’ is the most amazing shade of vibrant coral-red, blushed with iridescent blue-purple. Large flowers sit atop clear blue-green leaves with none of the characteristic mottling of the Greigii class.

These are often the first tulips to bloom in spring. Originally found in the wild, they are now in cultivation. Species types are good for rock gardens, borders, and naturalizing in an area with rich, well-drained soil. They are also useful for containers.

T. kolpakowskiana – Midseason 10–20" A beautiful heirloom tulip dating back to 1877 and known as the “butterfly tulip,” T. kolpakowskiana has deep sulphurousgold flowers dusted by a purple-pink gloss. Be sure to plant this Central Asian native in a sunny, well-drained location. The flowers open only when the sun is shining directly on them.

T. ‘Little Princess’ – Midseason 4–6" These lovely orange flowers are accented by red mid-veins and a black base that is outlined with red. They combine perfectly with T. ‘Little Gem’.

T. linifolia – Midseason to Late 4" Brilliant red, pointed petals have a jet-black center. The flat, narrow foliage has red margins. These vivid red flowers are great alone or in combination with other plants.

T. bakeri ‘Lilac Wonder’ – Early to Midseason 8" This selection has soft lilac-pink, star-shaped flowers that open wide and almost lie flat; the large center is bright yellow.

T. praestans ‘Shogun’ – Midseason to Late 6–10" Deep honey orange and streaks of red make this awesome flower look like a perfect western sunset. Petals flare to show black anthers.

Species Types

T. batalinii ‘Salmon Gem’ – Midseason 4–6" Delicate, soft salmon-pink buds mature into brilliant orangepink. The flowers are long-lasting. T. humilis violacea – Early 4" Purple-red flowers are tinged with green on the lower part of the outer petals.

Tulipa bakeri ‘Lilac Wonder’

T. tarda – Early 4" This star-shaped flower is white with a brownish-purple flush on the outside. The white interior contrasts with a generous yellow center. These tulips form colonies and are perfect for naturalizing.

Specialty Bulbs

Bellevalia

While these varieties are categorized as specialty bulbs, they are some of the easiest and most reliable to grow.

Anemone

Bellevalia pycnantha – April to May 7–8" This intriguing Muscari look-alike has dense spikes of blue-black flowers with narrow, greenish-yellow margins. Combine these captivating flowers with cream, white, or pink tulips for astonishing spring displays.

Windflower

These daisy-like flowers are perfect under early tulips, daffodils, and woody plants. They prefer bright shade and will adapt to most soil conditions. Free from pest and wildlife problems, they are good for forcing in small pots. Soak the tubers overnight before planting them on their sides. We recommend planting in quantities of at least 25 for an effective display. Plant these flowers 4" deep and 2" apart. Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ – Midseason 3–4" These wonderfully rich, pale-to-dark blue flowers have yellow centers and bloom in April and May. A. b. ‘Charmer’ – Early to Midspring 3–7" These gorgeous, pale pink flowers open wide in bright sun to reveal a white eye and yellow anthers; foliage is fern-like. Self-sowing often occurs. A. b. Mix – Late 6" Cute, colorful, and carefree daisy-like blooms appear in a mix of hot pink, pure white, and deep purple. They naturalize easily to provide a welcoming spring spectacle year after year. A. b. ‘White Splendour’ – April to May 3–4" Featuring a pure-white flower with a yellow center, this cultivar is the best perennializer.

Giant Grape Hyacinth

Bulbocodium vernum (renamed) see Colchicum bulbocodium

Camassia

Wild Hyacinth

These flowers have tall spikes with many star-like florets that appear in May to June. These varieties will naturalize and thrive, and are adaptable to the heavy clay soils of the Chicago area. Stunning when placed in a border or at a pond edge, these western U.S. native plants were used as food by early Americans. Plant these bulbs 5" deep. C. cusickii 28–32" This selection features lovely light metallic-blue, star-shaped flowers. C. leichtlinii ‘Caerulea’ 32" Make room in your garden for these tall spikes of soft lavender-blue, starry flowers. They are the perfect companion to a wide variety of late spring bulbs and perennials. C. l. ‘Sacajawea’ 26–30" This vigorous variegated version of the native quamash honors Native American Sacajawea, who guided the Lewis and Clark explorers. It displays clusters of linear, strappy foliage with distinctive, crisp yellow-ivory margins around the upright racemes, studded with dozens of six-petal, 2-inch, star-shaped, ivory-white flowers with green centers.

C. quamash ‘Blue Melody’

12–24"

This cultivar has a similar flower to its parent but features very attractive green and golden-yellow variegated foliage.

Anemone blanda ‘White Splendor’

Chionodoxa

Glory of the Snow

Crocus

Fall Crocus

Extremely hardy, this is one of the first bulbs to bloom, showing brilliant star-like flowers and white centers. Glory of the snow is very attractive when used with Scilla and Muscari in a woodland setting. These plants will easily colonize; plant them 4" deep. They will mature to 6".

Flowering at a time in the fall when there is little in bloom, these crocuses fill an important spot in the garden. Fall crocuses are best planted in protected, sunny locations like a rock or herb garden.

The following bulbs have been reclassified as Scilla and are now listed in that category.

C. kotschyanus 4" Lilac, goblet-shaped flowers with yellow centers appear in autumn before their leaves. Plant this crocus immediately.

C. forbesii ‘Blue Giant’ C. forbesii ‘Pink Giant’ C. luciliae C. sardensis

Colchicum

C. sativus 4–6" This lovely fall-blooming crocus is lilac-purple with darker veining.

Autumn Crocus

The flowers appear in September to October, and the foliage appears in the spring. Plant these 4" deep immediately upon receiving them. They are beautiful when interplanted with groundcovers, are pest-free, and will readily naturalize. An unexpected surprise in the fall, these giant blooms will add dramatic color to your garden.

Saffron is harvested from the stigma of this commercially grown crocus that has been in cultivation since ancient times when it was used both for flavoring and medicine. Approximately 45,000 flowers are needed to produce one pound of saffron, which explains this spice’s high price in the marketplace. The genus name Crocus is from the Greek krokos meaning “saffron.” C. cartwrightianus ‘Albus’ 3–5" A heavy blooming variety with bright red-orange anthers and pure white petals is sure to enhance your fall garden. It blooms in early autumn just as the grassy, gray-green leaves emerge.

C. ‘Lilac Wonder’ 8" The very large, goblet-shaped flower has narrow amethystviolet petals that have white lines in the center. This is one of the most free-flowering cultivars. C. ‘Waterlily’ This is a beautiful double, lilac-pink selection.

6–8"

C. bulbocodium Spring Meadow Saffron 3–4" (formerly Bulbocodium vernum) Purplish-pink crocus or colchicum-like flowers with grasslike leaves appear in late winter to early spring with crocus and galanthus; it’s very hardy and easy to grow. It was found originally in European mountains from the Pyrenees and Alps. It’s a great find.

Crocus

Spring Crocus

These wonderful bulbs herald the end of winter. They often bloom just as the snow melts, before winter finally retreats. These are perfect wherever you want color in very early spring—ideal when planted in rock gardens, tucked between perennials in the border or under trees and shrubs, or interplanted in groundcovers. The bulbs are good for naturalizing. The grass-like foliage will die back by late spring. An added bonus is the ease with which these plants can be forced. Plant the bulbs 4" deep. C. chrysanthus ‘Blue Pearl’ 4" Adorn your early spring garden with this quiet charmer. The petals of this soft blue gem open to reveal orange stigmas set in a deep yellow throat.

Colchicum ‘Waterlily’

C. c. ‘Gypsy Girl’ 4" This small, spring-flowering crocus with deep yellow petals is flushed with pale purple feathering.

C. t. ‘Barr’s Purple’ 3–6" Large, rich flowers with amethyst-violet on the inside petals and gray on the outside.

C. c. ‘Lady Killer’ 3–4" The petals of this early bloomer are purple with white edges on the outside and white inside. The dramatic color combination works well when planted in quantities or in combination with other purple-and-white cultivars.

C. t. ‘Lilac Beauty’ 4" Narrow, soft lilac petals with a pink-violet interior create a star-like effect.

C. c. ‘Romance’ 4–6" This is an early flowering snow crocus that is pale yellow with softly defined yellow stripes and a deeper yellow throat. It naturalizes well, gently spreading over time. This crocus has a distinct scent that attracts early bumblebees, and appears in late winter to early spring. C. c. ‘Spring Beauty’ 6" In the words of Sarah Raven, this crocus “buds like a Rembrandt tulip;” the outer petals have a white base, feathered and veined with the deepest purple. The inner petals, when open, are a soft mauve. C. flavus ‘Yellow Mammoth’ 5" This rich, golden-yellow gem will create brilliant, sunny tapestries on your lawn.

C. t. Mix 3–6" ’ A delightful mix of the three Tommy crocus bulbs offered here: Crocus tommasinianus, C. t. ‘Lilac Beauty’, and C. t. ‘Roseus’. C. t. ‘Roseus’ 3–6" This beautiful selection has violet-rose petals with a tiny white heart accented with yellow stamens. Flower petals of this variety separate completely when fully open. C.t. ‘Ruby Giant’ 3" This vigorous crocus has showy, deep ruby-purple flowers. C. t. pictus 3–6" The petals of this superb “Tommy” crocus are violet with dark purple highlights at the petal tips, a white heart, and yellow orange stamens. This crocus has a perfect composition and is a welcome sight in the spring.

C. sieberi ‘Tricolor’ 3–4" Soft, blush-pink with a bold yellow center, this early bunchflowering crocus multiplies rapidly and blooms quite early. C. tommasinianus Tommy Crocus 3–6" A beautiful selection, this crocus has flowers that vary from pale to deep lilac with a white center, often with silver or creamy exteriors. The Tommy crocus was named in honor of the Italian botanist and politician Muzio Giuseppe Spirito de Tommasini (1794– 1879). “Very reliable, and this species is squirrel-resistant.”— Boyce Tankersley, director of living plant documentation “This early blooming crocus always brings me such joy after a long winter. Plus, seeing how happy the bees are to discover these lovely flowers on a cold day is all the more reason to love them!”—Jill Selinger, manager, adult education

Crocus tommasinianus ‘Ruby Giant’

Crocus vernus

Large-Flowering Crocus

This is the familiar giant crocus that makes a good companion for early tulips and daffodils. C. v. ‘Pickwick’ 4–6" Typically producing about three flowers per stem, this crocus has lilac-and-white striped petals with bright orange stamens. C. v. ‘Silver Coral’ 4–6" A bright white crocus with an intense purple flaring at the base, this variety is rarely available. C. v. ‘Twilight’ 3–5" Echoing shades of dusk, this crocus has large, vivid midnight blue-violet flowers with a purple base and shimmering petal edges. It was introduced in 1910 and naturalizes well.

Eranthis hyemalis

Winter Aconite

Eranthis cilicica Winter Aconite 3" In early spring, usually between February and March, beautiful yellow blooms are borne over a mound of rich green foliage. This bulb is good for the border, for rock gardens, under trees and shrubs, or in woodland settings. Once established, this vigorous selection will multiply rapidly. We recommend planting en masse for the best effect. Soak tubers overnight and then plant immediately, 4" deep. This eranthis comes into flower as Eranthis hyemalis is finishing up, extending the season. This low grower tops out at 3" tall.

Eranthis hyemalis Winter Aconite 3–4" Small tuberous perennials with cup-shaped, shiny, electricyellow flowers hold heads above a collar of deeply lobed, bright green leaves. From the buttercup family, these natives of France, Italy, and the Balkans are easy to grow. Soak the tubers overnight and then plant immediately at a depth of 4"; they will naturalize in wooded areas. “Winter aconite is my favorite early bulb. I love the surprise of bright yellow just after snow melt.”—Heather Sherwood, horticulturist

Eremurus

Foxtail Lily

These incredible plants feature a tall spike of flowers in early summer. They are perfect for a vertical effect or to give height to a border, and make excellent cut flowers. Protect the tall flowers from strong winds. You can see a great example of foxtail lily in the borders of the English Walled Garden in June. “Eremurus are spectacular! People driving past stop their cars and ask me what they are (as do dog walkers and even teenagers!).”—Kris Jarantoski, director and executive vice president Eremurus ‘Cleopatra’ 4–5' This lily creates a bright, eye-catching display with tall spikes of burnt-orange flowers accented with a red midrib. E. Mix 3–6' This is a stunning mix of beautiful shades of various colors; the bulbs develop into candle-like flowers.

Fritillaria

Fritillary

This most unusual group of plants comes in a variety of sizes and colors. These pest-free plants have bell-shaped, usually pendulous, flowers. They perform best in moist, rich, well-drained soil; keep the bulbs moist before planting. The genus name Fritillaria comes from the Latin word fritillus, which means “dice box”—a reference to the checkerboard pattern on the flowers of some fritillary species.

Eranthis cilicica

Fritillaria acmopetala 16–20" Unusual coloration makes this bulb an interesting feature in your garden. Appearing in April, two or three greenish-yellow flowers with plum-purple spots emerge. Provide ample space for growth.

Galanthus

Snowdrop

Snowdrops are among the first plants to bloom in the spring, usually in February to March. These extremely hardy plants naturalize well. Plant them in mulched beds. They are distasteful to deer and other wildlife, and perform best in rich, moist soil. Plant them 4" deep. “After a long, cold Chicago winter, Galanthus is one of the first very early spring bulbs to provide reassurance that warmer temperatures are on their way. Many of the species and cultivars are also highly fragrant with scents in the range of honey or almonds. A couple of these small white flowers with the distinctive green markings on their petticoats can easily perfume a room. Snowdrops will slowly clump up to produce masses of white flowers whose outer petals flair outwards on sunny days.”—Boyce Tankersley, director, living plant documentation G. elwesii Giant Snowdrop 4–6" This vigorous plant with broad, glaucous foliage is topped with enormous white flowers, accented by lovely green inner segments. Fritillaria acmopetala

Fritillaria imperialis ‘Lutea’ Crown Imperial 32–40" Clear lemon-yellow flowers bloom below a tufted "crown" of green leaves. This is the only bulb with foliage above the flowers. F.i. ‘Rubra Maxima’ 24–32" This classic, with rich flame-orange petals and a hint of purple veining, has been on the market since 1665. T. ‘Princess Irene’ makes a fine companion. F. meleagris Guinea Hen Fritillary 6–8" In April to May, this selection has wonderful, nodding flowers with a faint creamy-white, checkered pattern over the reddishpurple petals. It has distinctive charm and performs well in a damp location with dappled shade. F. m. ‘Alba’ 6–8" This variety has solitary, bell-shaped white flowers, with a barely discernible grey-green checkering. F. raddeana 18–24" Extremely hard to find, think of this as F. imperialis that has been to finishing school. It has stems with up to 20 moonlightyellow, 2", cup-shaped flowers in April.

Galanthus elwesii was named after the British plantsman Henry John Elwes (1846-1922), who discovered the plant on a visit to Turkey in 1874. Plants were only one of Elwes’s many interests— he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society on the merits of his ornithological research, and authored, with Augustine Henry, a seven volume treatise, The Trees of Great Britain and Ireland. G. nivalis Snowdrop 4–6" This is a delightful, fragrant, nodding white flower with a green tip. The genus name Galanthus comes from the Greek words gala, which means “milk,” and anthos, which means flower. Nivalis means “snowy” or “snow-like.” G. n. ‘Flore Pleno’ 4–6" Snowdrop This beautiful double, bell-shaped, fragrant flower is white, tipped with spots of green. It is excellent for naturalizing in woodlands.

G. woronowii Snowdrop 5–8" This snowdrop has delicate white flowers with a small pop of green at the base and broad green, shiny leaves.

Hyacinthus orientalis

Hyacinth

These large, fragrant, vividly colored flower spikes are a springtime favorite. Plant this bulb in rich, well-drained soil or force indoors. Flowers in mid- to late May and grows from 8–10". H. o. ‘Blue Jacket’ 8–12" One of the most popular hyacinths and an award winner, this selection features deep blue-purple flowers with paler petal edges. H. o. ‘Fondant’ 8–12" ‘Fondant’ has dense clusters of soft, clear, light pink, very fragrant flowers. It has won numerous horticultural awards.

Eranthis cilicica

Hyacinthoides

Bluebells

These are among the most adaptable bulbs. In May to June, charming bell-shaped flowers hover over low-growing foliage that quickly disappears. Bluebells are very attractive when mixed with late-spring tulips, hosta, and ferns. They will colonize and spread so give them room. H. hispanica ‘Dainty Maid’ Wood Hyacinth 12–15" This award-winning selection produces abundant violet-pink flowers on strong stems. H. h. ‘Excelsior’ Wood Hyacinth 8–12" This beautiful plant is likely the best of the species. It has the largest blossoms and most vigorous habit. The rich, deep blue, bell-shaped flowers flare at the edge, and they spread easily and quickly to form a floral carpet. They make excellent cut flowers. H. h. Mix Wood Hyacinth 12–15" This bluebell mix blooms in pink, white, and blue. This large flowered species is fragrant and naturalizes well. H. non-scripta English Bluebells 8–12" Z The smaller and more pendant blue-violet flowers of this variety open with a heavenly fragrance on spikes about a week earlier than their Spanish relatives. This graceful English wildflower carpets the woodland floor with soft blue as it colonizes under deciduous trees across the landscape. It is a 1597 heirloom and a great companion to camassia, late daffodils, and species tulips.

H. o. ‘Gypsy Queen’ 8–12" Z This unique selection has warm coral flowers highlighted with salmon and peach. H. o. ‘Innocence’ 6–8" Z Bright green foliage and long, erect, spike-like racemes of large, pure white fragrant flowers, this is a spectacular bulb. H. o. ‘Peter Stuyvesant’

10–12" Z

This wonderful variety features rich purple flowers with deep-blue highlights. The stems are bronze, and the flowers are very fragrant. H. o. ‘Pink Pearl' 8–12" Z Introduced in 1922, the award winner is fuchsia pink with paler edges. It is also known as the best pink for forcing. H. o. ‘Splendid Cornelia’ 6–10" The very fragrant mauve flowers have blue veins and are accentuated by purple stems.

H. o. ‘Yellow Queen’ 8–10" This lovely variety has rich yellow flowers that fade to pale yellow as they mature.

Double Hyacinth H. o. ‘Hollyhock’ 12" Z This hyacinth has double flowers that bloom in a rich shade of carnation pink. With an exceptional fragrance and spikes of raspberry-red double florets, this is an irresistible choice. H. o. ‘Royal Navy’ 8–12" Z This striking double hyacinth won runner-up honors for “Plant of the Year” at the Chelsea Flower Show in 2012. The flowers are an intense dark blue.

Iris

I. r. ‘Gordon’ 4–6" Z ‘Gordon’ is lobelia-blue with violet falls, white-rimmed, orange blotches, and delicate blue stripes. Native to Turkey, the Caucasus, northern Iraq, and Iran, this bulb does best massed in sunny areas of rock gardens, border fronts, or along streams and ponds. I. r. ‘Harmony’ 4" Z ‘Harmony’ has rich blue standards and a royal blue fall with white edges, and is accented with subtle yellow spotting. It’s one of the best dwarf irises. I. r. ‘Pauline’ 4" Z These flowers have violet standards and rich dark purple falls with a pure white blotch.

Dwarf Iris

Very small, early, and fragrant, these are best in rock gardens, woodlands, or the front of the border. Dwarf iris blooms in May and can be forced easily.

I. r. ‘Pixie’ 4" Z With vibrant blackish-blue standards and falls, ‘Pixie’ is a drama queen that commands your attention with its early flowering.

Iris bucharica Juno Iris 14–16" Z With this beautiful and compact selection, you can expect multiple flowers with white standards and clear-yellow falls in early April. I. histrioides ‘George’ Dwarf Iris 6–8" Z This rich purple-plum iris sports a slightly darker fall with yellow accents. An early bloomer, the flowers are large and fragrant. The Royal Horticultural Society gave ‘George’ the Award of Garden Merit. I. ‘Katharine Hodgkin’ 4" Z This hardy, early blooming dwarf iris has blue petals with white, yellow, and violet highlights. This exceptional selection is a great choice for rock gardens. I. reticulata ‘Clairette’ 4" Z ‘Clairette’ has light blue standards and dark blue falls with a white marking in the center of each fall. Its narrow grass-like foliage elongates after bloom before going dormant in late spring.

Iris ‘Katharine Hodgkin’

Leucojum aestivum

Summer Snowflake

These pendulous white, flaring, bell-shaped flowers tipped with green rise just above the foliage in late April or May. Summer snowflakes are lightly fragrant, pest-resistant, and adaptable to a variety of light and soil conditions. They are moisture tolerant and naturalize well if left undisturbed. Plant these bulbs 4" deep. 18–24" Z This larger, more robust selection is a standout when combined with the species or planted in masses. L. a. ‘Gravetye Giant’

This cultivar was introduced by the Irish gardener, plantsman, and writer William Robinson (1838–1935.) The name of the plant refers to his home, Gravetye Manor, where he realized many of the naturalistic planting designs for which he is so well known. Leucojum vernum Spring Snowflake 6–8" Z Six-petaled flowers droop gracefully on long, dark green stems. The petals have distinct green markings at the tips. Very durable, these plants multiply freely with proper moisture, and are easy to grow. Both Leucojum vernum and Leucojum aestivum ‘Gravetye Giant’ received the Award of Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

Lilium Lilies carry our gardens flowering throughout the summer. Martagon lilies are among the most adaptable and long-lived in the Chicago region if a few basic requirements are met. They should be planted promptly. Once planted, they dislike being transplanted. They prefer a well-drained soil, and should be planted with the top of the bulb about 3" below the soil surface. “Roots in the shade and heads in the sun” is an age-old adage that time has proven. Frequently it takes up to two years for lilies to settle into their newly planted home. L. ‘Claude Shride’ 4–6' Z ‘Claude Shride’ is a beautiful Martagon hybrid with racemes elegantly covered in mahogany-red with orange spots. Sited in the correct spot, it will become a great naturalizer. Martagons like a well-drained, slightly alkaline soil and good moisture.

L. ‘Manitoba Morning’

L. ‘Manitoba Morning’ 3–4' Z Another lovely Martagon hybrid that produces many pinkish-red blossoms and creamy yellow centers, adorned with dark mahogany spots. It requires well-drained, slightly alkaline soil and good moisture.

Muscari

Grape Hyacinth

These long-lasting, fragrant clusters of grape-like blooms thrive and naturalize rapidly. Muscari does well when used under other bulbs, in lawns, or under trees and shrubs. The Dutch use them to create "rivers" that flow through the garden, and this effect is breathtaking. The foliage of these pest-resistant bulbs reemerges in fall, making it a fine garden marker to help locate other spring-flowering bulbs needing attention. We recommend that you always plant these in masses. Plant 4" deep. The species name Muscari comes from the Greek moschos, which means “musk,” and refers to the fragrance of some species. M. ‘Bling Bling’ 6–8" Z This award-winning grape hyacinth with long flowering, violet-blue florets edged in white will be an excellent addition to your spring bulb garden. Muscari Mix 3–6" This mix of many shades of blue with white will create a dramatic effect.

M. ‘Pink Sunrise’ 7" Z This Muscari has pale pink flowers that soften with age and grass-like foliage. It is fragrant, deer resistant, and a good naturalizer.

M. ‘Valerie Finnis’ 6–8" Z One of the most alluring and well-loved grape hyacinths, this selection is extremely pale lavender blue with tightly formed “grapes.” In 2012, this bulb was named "Flower Bulb of the Year" by English horticultural authorities. This Muscari cultivar was named in honor of the British plantswoman Valerie Finnis (1924–2006) who was a teacher, a specialist in the cultivation of alpine plants, and a celebrated garden photographer. For her numerous contributions to horticulture, she was awarded the Royal Horticultural Society’s Victoria Medal of Honour in 1975. M. armeniacum – Midseason 6" Z Spikes of heavenly dark blue flowers and grass-like foliage make a superb display when planted in masses. They can also be used as cut flowers or planted in containers.

M. azureum Grape Hyacinth 4" Z In April, small bright blue flowers with a darker striping effect are set atop the stems. The more open florets of the blossom give the appearance of a tiny ruffled skirt. Charming! M. latifolium Giant Grape Hyacinth 8-10" Z Free-flowering and large, the bicolor spikes have smoky, dark violet-blue on the bottom and soft lilac-blue near the top. The flowers, which appear in May to June, are accompanied by one large leaf. These hyacinths combine beautifully with tulips in mid- to late spring. Nectaroscordum siculum Sicilian Honey Garlic 24–36" This interesting Allium relative has many bell-shaped flowers that are greenish-white and tinged with rose. The flowers are borne in loose clusters on long, arching stalks in May. They are superb as cut flowers and dry beautifully. The genus name Nectaroscordum comes from the Greek words nektar, which mean “nectar,” and scorodon, which means “garlic.”

M. a. ‘Fantasy Creation’ 8" Z A charming form with very double flowers that may occasionally open green before transforming to rich blue. The full flowers are long-lasting and excellent when used in combination with other bulbs. M. aucheri ‘Mount Hood’ 6" Z This spectacular selection features royal-blue flowers that grow paler at the top, eventually fading to white and giving an eye-catching effect of snow on the mountain. M. a. ‘Ocean Magic’ 8" Z The flowers of this dazzling cultivar are white at the tip, gradually blending to a deep cobalt blue at the base. Plant this selection in waves for the best effect. M. a. ‘White Magic’ 6–8" Z Introduced in 2008, this vigorous newcomer develops pale yellow-green florets that open into pristine white flowers. This grape hyacinth has a sweet fragrance, and performs well in beds, borders, containers, and rock gardens. Nectaroscordum siculum

Paeonia

Peony

The large, showy flowers of this garden mainstay appear in late spring to early summer. Strong stems make these blooms excellent for cutting. Plants are long-lived if given rich, well-drained soil in a sunny part of the border. When planting, position the "eyes" (buds) facing up, 2" below the soil surface in a hole large enough to accommodate the entire root. Refill the hole, water thoroughly, and mulch the first winter. It is safe to plant right up until the time that the ground freezes. P. ‘Armani’ 32" Z These fragrant, exquisitely ruffled flower heads with deep red velvet petals are borne on red stems with glossy green foliage that turns red in the fall. A stunning selection that blooms May to June. P. ‘Bowl of Beauty’ 30" Z This striking Chinese-style peony has cupped, cerise-pink petals accented with tufts of narrow, creamy-white petaloids in the center. Unusually large blossoms contrast beautifully with the glossy mid-green foliage that deepens in color in the fall. This peony has won the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit. P. ‘Monsieur Jules Elie’ 30" This reliable peony was introduced to American gardens in 1888, received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Merit and remains very popular today. Large, fragrant double blossoms of light rose-pink and ruffled petals bloom in late spring to early summer.

P. ‘Pecher’ 32" A beautiful semi-double peony with flowers of pale pink and creamy white petals shows a fine line of red on the outer petals. Early to midseason. Puschkinia scilloides 6–8" Commonly called striped squill, this showy bulb has pale blue flowers accented with deeper blue stripes. An award winner, it is a great naturalizer, fragrant, and one of the earliest bulbs to bloom in the spring. P. s. libanotica ‘Alba’ 4–6" This pure white flower combines beautifully with Vinca.

Scilla

Squill

In March and April, a vivid blanket of colorful flowers announces the arrival of spring. One of the best bulbs for the Chicago area, Scilla adapts easily to almost any soil and light condition. Plants readily naturalize and may be used in lawns, perennial beds, woodland gardens, and meadows. S. bifolia Squill 4–8" The star-shaped flowers of the alpine squill slightly nod atop spikes from strap-like leaves. Colors of this variety range from bright blue to lilac to pale blue. This selection is wildlife resistant. S. b. ‘Rosea’ Squill 4–8" The earliest to bloom, this Squill is a very unusual heirloom, circa 1601, with delightful, delicately scented trusses of light pink, star-shaped flowers. It combines beautifully with short, early-flowering daffodils. S. forbesii ‘Blue Giant’ Glory of the Snow 8" (formerly Chinodoxa forbesii ‘Blue Giant’) These abundant, starry-blue flowers are sure to brighten up your garden in early spring. This selection is wildlife resistant. S. f. ‘Pink Giant’ Glory of the Snow 6–8" (formerly Chionodoxa forbesii ‘Pink Giant’) An unusual, slightly larger form, this selection has up to ten star-like, blush-pink flowers per stem from March to April.

Paeonia ‘Bowl of Beauty’

Forced Bulbs Hippeastrum

Amaryllis

They are dramatic indoor bulbs with long, strap-like foliage and large, trumpet-shaped flowers. They are stunning when used as centerpieces, accent plants, or cut flowers. Planted indoors from October through April, these bulbs should bloom within 6 to 12 weeks. Plant each bulb in a deep, well-drained pot 2" to 3" wider than the bulb. Cover ¾ of the bulb with soil, leaving ¼ of the bulb and its neck exposed. Firm the soil to stabilize the bulb; water sparingly until a bud forms, then gradually increase the amount of water. Provide a warm environment to encourage blooming. Stake flower stems for support. Cooler room temperatures will prolong the show of flowers. Fertilize the plant twice a month and move it outdoors in summer. When the foliage yellows or before the first frost, bring the pot indoors and store the bulb in a dark, cool, dry location for six weeks before beginning the growth cycle again.

Scilla bifolia

S. luciilae Glory of the Snow 12" (formerly Chionodoxa luciliae) Vibrant blue flowers with lighter blue centers are eye-catching in the garden. They produce many stems per bulb with up to ten brilliant blue, star-like flowers per stem. Look for them to bloom in March to April. S. mischtschenkoana Squill 3–4" This 1931 heirloom produces charming light blue to white flowers with a darker blue midrib. Native to the Caucasus and northern Iran, they naturalize readily in light shade or dappled sunlight. S. sardensis Lesser Glory of the Snow 4–6" (formerly Chionodoxa sardensis) This hardy 1883 heirloom blooms in late winter to early spring with bright gentian blue flowers and paler eye at the center. When massed, they make quite an impact. It is found originally in mountain habitats in Cyprus, Crete, and Turkey. S. siberica Siberian Squill 4–8" This selection, with its beautiful, intense Prussian blue flowers, is the most familiar in our area. It is one of the very best naturalizers, creating a glorious blue carpet. S. s. ‘Alba’ 4–6" This squill is an elegant, pristine white-flowering form.

H. ‘Amalfi’ 14–18" The rose-pink petals of this superb flower are edged in white and merge into a distinctive green eye, from which white anthers emerge. This amaryllis has a lovely color palette for a cold winter day. H. ‘Apricot Parfait’ 18–24" The unique apricot petals of this superb flower are edged with creamy margins; a green throat and darker colored veins make ‘Apricot Parfait’ a distinctive and showy specimen. This lovely warm color palette is a welcome sight on a cold winter day. H. ‘Benefica’ 22–26" This sumptuous cultivar is a deep cranberry red. Its petals are lightly ruffled and velvety with a darker throat. The stamens are golden, giving a regal appearance to this plant, an irresistible beauty. H. ‘Brazza’ 30" The intense raspberry-pink color of this substantial and captivating selection darkens in the flower’s throat. Each bulb has two stems. H. ‘Christmas Gift’ 20–24" These brilliant white flowers are a joy to behold. They make wonderful gifts if you can part with them. Otherwise, include this exceptional bloomer in your seasonal décor.

H. ‘Exotic Star’ 20–24" This papilio amaryllis opens with greenish-cream flowers etched with dark red lines. H. ‘Fairy Tale’ 16–20" The beautiful star-shaped flowers of this smaller selection are composed of white petals with red stripes.

H. ‘Sweet Nymph’ 18" A prized hybrid by Tom Peter van Nieuwkirk, ‘Sweet Nymph’ features watermelon-pink double blossoms, accented with darker veining and lighter pink edges. This variety has a profusion of flowers that bloom in succession over an extended time frame.

Narcissus H. ‘First Love’ 12" With large, showy double flowers of soft pink and white showing vibrant pink striations, this variety is an outstanding performer. ‘First Love’ is a popular recent introduction and bears multiple ruffled flowers on sturdy, deep green stems. The leaves often develop simultaneously with the flower stalk. H. ‘Flamenco Queen’ 20–24" Impressive white blooms are brushed and stippled with deep red, highlighted by a lime-green throat. H. ‘Gervase’ 20" The deep pink petals of these spectacular flowers are embellished with white highlights and random streaks of red. Their red anthers create an intriguing accent. H. ‘La Paz’ 18–24" Slender, pointed petals radiate from a light green throat to form a star-shaped flower. Upper petals are dark coral; lower petals are greenish-white edged with coral and accented by a coral midvein. A Cybister amaryllis, this exotic variety is evergreen and should be grown in a good-sized pot throughout the year without a dry dormancy period. The Cybister series was developed from a species found in Bolivia and other South American countries. H. ‘Picotee’ 18–22" This amaryllis has a very clean and distinctive look with its large white blossoms edged with delicate red margins. H. ‘Red Peacock’ 20–24" A must have—incredible, perfectly formed petals of dazzling scarlet with a crisp ribbon of white down the center of each of those petals are fully double. It’s a sensation at holiday time. H. ‘Rosy Star’ 18" This enchanting, large star-shaped flower has white petals rimmed in blush-pink along the upper edges of the bloom.

Daffodil

We are offering the following paperwhites, which we believe to be the best for forcing. They have many musky-sweet, fragrant flowers per stem. Plant small groups of bulbs in potting soil, covering the bulbs completely. Water well and allow to drain. Place in a cool, 55 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit location out of direct sunlight. When foliage reaches 3" to 4" in height, move the plant into bright light at typical room temperatures. Once in bloom, cooler room temperatures prolong flowering. Provide staking as needed. Bulbs can also be planted in pebbles, glass beads, or in a bulb glass. When planting in pebbles or glass beads, cover bulbs to the neck to anchor and provide support. Be sure the water level remains just below the base of the bulb. A tablespoon of charcoal in the bottom of the container will assist in preserving water freshness. N. ‘Inbal’ 12–16" This white paperwhite has a soft fragrance; it should be planted in soil rather than immersed in water. N. ‘Paperwhites’ 14–16" Enjoy an old favorite—this classic paperwhite has white petals with a yellow center.

N. ‘Avalanche’ 14–18" With white petals and yellow cups, this Narcissus has a cluster of 10 to 20 tiny flowers on each stem. The effect is that of a bouquet. Said to be a favorite of Thomas Jefferson, it was known in 1700 as "Seventeen Sisters," a joyous cascade of sweetly fragrant flowers on stout stems.

Hyacinthus

Hyacinth

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Delft Blue’ 10" This periwinkle blue dazzler with bell-shaped flowers and a marvelous fragrance is one of the most popular hyacinths of all time, precooled for easy forcing.

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Index

Camassia leichtlinii 'Caerulea' — Wild Hyacinth

Allium 'Ambassador' — Ornamental Onion

Camassia quamash 'Blue Melody' — Wild Hyacinth

Allium atropurpureum — Ornamental Onion Allium caeruleum — Blue Globe Onion Allium caesium — Ornamental Onion Allium 'Cameleon' — Ornamental Onion Allium flavum — Ornamental Onion Allium 'Gladiator' — Ornamental Onion Allium 'Graceful' — Ornamental Onion Allium 'Hair' — Ornamental Onion Allium jesdianum 'White Empress' — Edible Allium Allium karataviense 'Ivory Queen' — Ornamental Onion Allium moly 'Jeannine' — Lily Leek Allium neapolitanum — Ornamental Onion Allium 'Pink Jewel' — Ornamental Onion Allium schubertii — Schubert Onion Allium sphaerocephalon — Drumstick Onion Anemone blanda 'Blue Shades' — Wind Flower Anemone blanda 'Charmer' — Wind Flower Anemone blanda Mix — Wind Flower Anemone blanda 'White Splendour' — Wind Flower Bellevalia pycnantha — Giant Grape Hyacinth Camassia cusickii — Wild Hyacinth

Camassia leichtlinii 'Sacajawea' — Wild Hyacinth Colchicum ' Waterlily' — Colchicum Colchicum bulbocodium — Spring Meadow Saffron Colchicum 'Lilac Wonder' — Colchicum Crocus cartwrightianus 'Albus' — Fall Crocus Crocus chrysanthus 'Blue Pearl' — Crocus Crocus chrysanthus 'Gypsy Girl' — Crocus Crocus chrysanthus 'Lady Killer' — Crocus Crocus chrysanthus 'Romance' — Crocus Crocus chrysanthus 'Spring Beauty' — Crocus Crocus flavus 'Yellow Mammoth' — Crocus Crocus kotschyanus — Fall Crocus Crocus sativus — Fall Crocus Crocus sieberi 'Tricolor' — Crocus Crocus t. 'Barr's Purple' — Tommy Crocus Crocus t. 'Lilac Beauty' — Tommy Crocus Crocus t. Mix — Tommy Crocus Mix Crocus t. pictus — Tommy Crocus Crocus t. 'Roseus' — Tommy Crocus Crocus t. 'Ruby Giant — Tommy Crocus Crocus tommasinianus — Tommy Crocus Crocus vernus 'Pickwick' — Crocus

Crocus vernus 'Silver Coral' — Crocus

Leucojum aestivum 'Gravetye Giant' — Summer Snowflake

Crocus vernus 'Twilight' — Crocus

Leucojum vernum — Spring Snowflake

Eranthis cilicica — Winter Aconite

Lilium 'Claude Shride' — Martagon Hybrid Lily

Eranthis hyemalis — Winter Aconite

Lilium 'Manitoba Morning' — Martagon Hybrid Lily

Eremurus 'Cleopatra' — Foxtail Lily

Muscari 'Valerie Finnis' — Grape Hyacinth

Eremurus Mix — Foxtail Lily

Muscari armeniacum — Grape Hyacinth

Fritillaria acmopetala — Fritillary

Muscari armeniacum 'Fantasy Creation' — Double Flowered Grape Hyacinth

Fritillaria imperialis 'Lutea' — Fritillary

Muscari aucheri 'Mount Hood' — Grape Hyacinth

Fritillaria imperialis 'Rubra Maxima' — Fritillary

Muscari aurcheri 'Ocean Magic' — Grape Hyacinth

Fritillaria meleagris — Fritillary

Muscari aurcheri 'White Magic' — Grape Hyacinth

Fritillaria meleagris 'Alba' — Fritillary

Muscari azureum — Grape Hyacinth

Fritillaria raddeana — Fritillary

Muscari 'Bling Bling' — Grape Hyacinth

Galanthus elwesii — Snowdrop

Muscari latifolium — Grape Hyacinth

Galanthus nivalis — Snowdrop

Muscari Mix — Grape Hyacinth

Galanthus nivalis 'Flore pleno' — Snowdrop

Muscari 'Pink Sunrise’ — Grape Hyacinth

Galanthus woronowii — Snowdrop

Narcissus 'Accent' — Div. II Daffodil-—Large Cupped

Hippeastrum 'Amalfi' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Actaea' — Div. IX Daffodil—-Poeticus

Hippeastrum 'Apricot Parfait' — Amaryllis

Narcissus albus plenus odoratus — Div. XIII Daffodil —- Species/Wild Form

Hippeastrum 'Benefica' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Avalanche' — Div. VIII Daffodil—Tazetta

Hippeastrum 'Brazza' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Barrett Browning' — Div. III Daffodil—Small Cupped

Hippeastrum 'Christmas Gift' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Beautiful Eyes' — Div. VII Daffodil—Jonquilla

Hippeastrum 'Exotic Star' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Bell Song' — Div. VII Daffodil—Jonquilla

Hippeastrum 'Fairy Tale' — Amaryllis

Narcissus Blend — All Spring Mix

Hippeastrum 'First Love' — Amaryllis— Double

Narcissus Blend — Naturalizing Meadow

Hippeastrum 'Flamenco Queen' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Bridal Crown' — Div. IV Daffodil—Double

Hippeastrum 'Gervase' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Candy Princess' — Div. IV Daffodil—Double

Hippeastrum 'La Paz' — Amaryllis — Cybister

Narcissus 'Carbineer' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Hippeastrum 'Picotee' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Cha Cha' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Hippeastrum 'Red Peacock' — Amaryllis — Double

Narcissus 'Congress' — Div. XI Daffodil—Split Corona

Hippeastrum 'Rosy Star' — Amaryllis

Narcissus 'Delibes' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Hippeastrum 'Sweet Nymph' — Amaryllis— Double

Narcissus 'Double Smiles' — Div. IV Daffodil—Double

Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Dainty Maid' — Wood Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Dreamlight' — Div. III Daffodil—Small Cupped

Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Excelsior' — Wood Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Exception' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Hyacinthoides hispanica Mix — Wood Hyacinth

Narcissus 'February Gold' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Hyacinthoides non—scripta — English Bluebells

Narcissus 'Fidelity’ — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Blue Jacket' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Great Expectations' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Delft Blue' — Pre-cooled Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Green Eyes' — Div. III Daffodil—Small Cupped

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Fondant' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Hawera' — Mini - Div. V Daffodil—Triandrus

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gypsy Queen' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Inbal' — Div. VIII Daffodil - Non Hardy Tazetta

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Innocence' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Jack Snipe' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Peter Stuyvesant' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Jamestown' — Div. III Daffodil—Small Cupped

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Pink Pearl' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Jetfire' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Royal Navy' — Double Hyacinth

Narcissus jonquilla var. henriquesii — Div. XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Splendid Cornelia' — Hyacinth

Narcissus jonquilla — Div. XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form

Hyacinthus orientalis 'Yellow Queen' — Hyacinth

Narcissus 'Las Vegas' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Hyarinthus orientalis 'Hollyhock'

Narcissus 'Lemon Glow' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

— Double Hyacinth

Iris bucharica — Juno Iris

Narcissus 'Martinette' — Div. VIII Daffodil - Tazetta

Iris histriodes 'George' — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus 'Mary Bohannon' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Iris 'Katharine Hodgkin' — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus 'Minnow' — Mini — Div. VIII Daffodil - Tazetta

Iris reticulata 'Clairette' — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus 'Mother Duck' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Iris reticulata 'Gordon' — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus 'Mount Hood' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Iris reticulata 'Harmony' — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus 'New Baby' — Mini - Div. VII - Jonquilla

Iris reticulata 'Pauline' — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus obvallaris — Div. XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form

Iris reticulata 'Pixie — Dwarf Iris

Narcissus 'Orangery' — Div. XI Daffodil—Split Corona

Narcissus 'Paperwhites' — Div. VIII Daffodil - Non - Hardy Tazetta

Tulipa batalinii 'Salmon Gem' — Species

Narcissus 'Perfect Lady' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Tulipa 'Beau Monde' — Darwin Hybrid

Narcissus 'Pink Silk' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Tulipa 'Beauty Queen' — Single Early

Narcissus 'Pink Wonder' — Div. XI Daffodil—Split Corona

Tulipa 'Black Hero' — Double Late

Narcissus 'Pipit' — Div. VII Daffodil—Jonquilla

Tulipa 'Blue Heron' — Fringed

Narcissus poeticus var. recurvus - Div. XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form

Tulipa 'Bright Parrot' — Parrot

Narcissus 'Prototype' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Tulipa 'Chato' — Double Early

Narcissus 'Rapture' — Div. VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus

Tulipa 'China Girl' — Lily Flowered

Narcissus 'Red Devon' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Tulipa 'Clearwater' — Single Late

Narcissus 'Rijnveld Early Sensation' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Tulipa 'Conquerer' — Darwin Hybrid

Narcissus 'Ringtone' - Div. III Daffodil—Small Cupped

Tulipa 'Daydream' — Darwin Hybrid

Narcissus 'Rose of May' — Div. IV Daffodil—Double

Tulipa 'Don Quichotte' — Triumph

Narcissus 'Sailboat' — Mini — Div. VII — Jonquilla

Tulipa 'Dordogne' — Single Late

Narcissus 'Sentinel' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Tulipa 'Dream Touch' — Double Late

Narcissus 'Smiling Sun' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Tulipa 'El Nino' — Single Late

Narcissus 'Smiling Twins' — Mini —Div. XI Daffodil—Split Corona

Tulipa 'Exotic Emperor' — Fosteriana

Narcissus 'Stint' — Div. V Daffodil—Triandrus

Tulipa 'Flaming Purissima' — Fosteriana

Narcissus 'Sunlight Sensation' — Div. V Daffodil—Triandrus

Tulipa 'Grand Perfection' — Flamed Tulips

Narcissus 'Suzy' — Div. VII Daffodil—Jonquilla

Tulipa 'Green Star' — Lily Flowered

Narcissus 'Taurus' — Div. XI Daffodil—Split Corona

Tulipa 'Greenland' — Viridiflora

Narcissus 'Thalia Sun' — Div. V Daffodil—Triandrus

Tulipa 'Hamilton' — Fringed

Narcissus 'Tickled Pinkeen' — Div. II Daffodil—Large Cupped

Tulipa 'Heart's Delight' — Kaufmanniana

Narcissus 'Toto' — Mini — Div. XII — Misc. Daffodils

Tulipa 'Hemisphere' — Triumph

Narcissus 'Tropical Sunset' — Div. I Daffodil—Trumpet

Tulipa humilis violacea — Species

Narcissus 'Vanilla Peach' — Div. XI Daffodil—Split Corona

Tulipa 'Jaap Groot' — Darwin Hybrid

Narcissus x odorus flore pleno — Div. XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form

Tulipa 'Jackpot' — Triumph

Narcissus 'Yazz' — Div. VII Daffodil—Jonquilla

Tulipa kaufmanniana 'Early Harvest' — Kaufmanniana

Narcissus 'Yellow Cheerfulness' — Div. IV Daffodil—Double

Tulipa kolpakowskiana — Species

Nectaroscordum siculum — Sicilian Honey Garlic

Tulipa 'Kung Fu' — Triumph

Paeonia 'Armani' — Peony

Tulipa 'La Belle Epoque' — Double Late

Paeonia 'Bowl of Beauty' — Peony

Tulipa 'Lightning Sun' — Darwin Hybrid

Paeonia 'Monsieur Jules Elie' — Peony

Tulipa linifolia — Species

Paeonia 'Pecher' — Peony

Tulipa 'Little Princess' — Species

Puschkinia libanotica alba — Striped Squill

Tulipa 'Maggie Daley' — Lily Flowered

Puschkinia scilloides — Striped Squill

Tulipa 'Monte Flame' — Double Early

Scilla bifolia — Squill

Tulipa 'National Velvet' — Triumph

Scilla bifolia 'Rosea' — Squill

Tulipa 'Negrita' — Triumph

Scilla forbesii 'Blue Giant' — Glory of the Snow

Tulipa 'Night Club' — Multi-Flowering

Scilla forbesii 'Pink Giant' — Glory of the Snow

Tulipa 'Orange Princess' — Double Late

Scilla luciliae — Glory of the Snow

Tulipa 'Paul Scherer' — Single Late

Scilla mischtschenkoana — Squill

Tulipa 'Plaisir' — Greigii

Scilla sardensis — Glory of the Snow

Tulipa 'Portland' — Greigii

Scilla siberica — Squill

Tulipa praestans 'Shogun' — Species

Scilla siberica 'Alba' — Squill

Tulipa 'Pretty Princess' — Flamed Tulips

Tulipa 'Abu Hassan' — Triumph

Tulipa 'Princess Irene' — Single Early

Tulipa 'Akebono' — Darwin Hybrid

Tulipa 'Rococo' — Parrot

Tulipa 'Aladdin' — Lily Flowered

Tulipa 'Sake' — Darwin Hybrid

Tulipa 'American Dream' — Darwin Hybrid

Tulipa 'Shirley' — Triumph

Tulipa 'Annelinde' — Double Late

Tulipa 'Spryng Break' — Flamed Tulips

Tulipa 'Antoinette' — Multi—Flowering

Tulipa 'Suncatcher' — Triumph

Tulipa 'Artist' — Viridiflora

Tulipa 'Super Parrot' — Parrot

Tulipa 'Aveyron' — Double Late

Tulipa tarda — Species

Tulipa bakeri 'Lilac Wonder' — Species

Tulipa 'Yokohama' — Single Early

Tulipa 'Ballerina' — Lily Flowered