Fall Bulb Festival 2015 by Chicago Botanic Garden

Fall Bulb Festival 2015

Welcome to the 2015 Fall Bulb Festival A hint of crispness in the air…pumpkins everywhere…leaves turning to golden yellow and vibrant red…fall is definitely on its way. Before you put your garden to rest for the season, there is one more thing to do: attend the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society’s annual Bulb Festival. This event at the Chicago Botanic Garden ensures that your garden will be bursting with color when you need it the most—next spring! You will find a stunning array of the finest and freshest premium-sized tulips, narcissus, amaryllis, and other specialty bulbs carefully researched and vetted by the Woman’s Board, as well as these new offerings for 2015: •

Four custom blends featuring bulbs seen in the Garden’s own Circle Garden, two blends seen in the Sensory Garden, and one blend featured in the Graham Bulb Garden.

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A new category of tulips—these breathtaking beauties have multiple blooms on one stem and include such varieties as ‘Antoinette’, ‘Happy Family’, ‘Merry Go Round’ and ‘Night Club’;

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A limited supply of narcissus that are brand new to the market —breeder Karel van der Veek created a hybrid in honor of Martha Stewart;

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Chicago’s favorite tulip—‘Maggie Daley’;

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A small selection of bulbs offered in bulk (while supplies last) for customers desiring to plant in drifts or larger quantities.

Proceeds from the 2015 Bulb Festival support the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein Foundation Learning Campus, which provides educational programs such as Science First to Chicago Public Schools students. Each summer, approximately 40 students from low-income neighborhoods travel to the Garden to spend four weeks immersed in a free, nature-based science enrichment program that engages students in a unique, hands-on experience. Your support helps cultivate the scientists of tomorrow. Many thanks to our inspiring team of Valerie Foradas, chair, and Mary Alice Miller, vice chair. 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 Jodi Zombolo, senior director of visitor events and programs, and her staff for their creativity and assistance. All of the Woman’s Board members look forward to assisting you in the creation of your very own spring spectacular!

Carolyn Katz, President, Woman’s Board

T. ‘Maggie Daley’

2015 Fall Bulb Festival Administration Valerie Foradas Woman’s Board Chair Mary Alice Miller Woman’s Board Vice Chair Susan Green, Anne Healy, Beth Jernigan, Kitty Kirby, Joani Lowry, Michelle McCarthy, Holly Rothschild, Susan Spears Woman’s Board Committee Members Chicago Botanic Garden Staff Jill Selinger Manager of Adult Education Stephanie Lindemann Manager of Horticultural Events Sarah Paar Coordinator of Visitor Programs and Events Tom Weaver Horticulturist Cover: Allium ‘Gladiator’

Bulb Sale Hours Members Only Friday, October 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. General Public: Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 4, 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 your 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 September 1 to 30, 2015. Select from our most popular bulbs available for preorder (see list below). 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 2 to 4, 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: Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ – Wind Flower Camassia cusickii – Wild Hyacinth Crocus tommasinianus ‘Barr’s Purple’ – Tommy Crocus Galanthus nivalis – Snowdrop Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Delft Blue’ – Hyacinth Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Gypsy Queen’ – Hyacinth Iris reticulata ‘Harmony’ – Dwarf Iris Muscari armeniacum – Grape Hyacinth Narcissus Blend – All Spring Mix—Narcissus Blend Narcissus ‘British Gamble’ – Division I Daffodil—Trumpet Narcissus ‘Mount Hood’ – Division I Daffodil—Trumpet Narcissus ‘Carlton’ – Division II Daffodil—Large Cupped Narcissus ‘Jamestown’ – Division III Daffodil—Small Cupped Narcissus ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ – Division IV Daffodil—Double Narcissus ‘February Gold’ – Division VI Daffodil—Cyclamineus Narcissus ‘Quail’ – Division VII Daffodil—Jonquilla Narcissus ‘Actaea’ – Division IX Daffodil—Poeticus Narcissus ‘Hawera’ – Miniature – Division V Daffodil—Triandrus Puschkinia scilloides – Striped Squill Scilla siberica – Siberian Squill Tulipa ‘Margarita’ – Double Early Tulipa ‘Sun Lover’ – Double Late Tulipa ‘Queen of Night’ – Single Late Tulipa ‘Annie Schilder’ – Triumph Tulipa ‘Grand Perfection’ – Triumph Tulipa ‘Apeldoorn’ – Darwin Hybrid Tulipa ‘Golden Apeldoorn’ – Darwin Hybrid Tulipa ‘Gudoshnik’ – Darwin Hybrid Tulipa ‘Pink Impression’ – Darwin Hybrid Tulipa ‘Ballade’ – Lily Flowered

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. We suggest that you 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 inches apart. If you’re looking for a lush display, you can plant 4 inches apart. The rule of thumb for planting depth is twice the height of the bulb. Tulips are generally planted 6 inches deep and daffodils are planted about 8 inches deep.

Tulipa (Tulip)......................................................... p. 13

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. 18

Tom Weaver is a horticulturist for the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Table of Contents Allium (Ornamental Onion)...................................... p. 6 Narcissus (Daffodil)................................................ p. 7

Forced Bulbs....................................................... p. 27 Woman’s Board Members................................... p. 29 Index................................................................... p. 29

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 inches 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 half-inch 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 inches thick helps to retain ground moisture, reduce weeds, and protect the bulbs from heaving when temperatures spike.

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 to open from late May to early June. A. ‘Mount Everest’ 3–4´ These beautiful 6", pure white snowball-like flowers appear in June. This is a long-lasting and vigorous selection. 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 ‘Gladiator’

Allium

Ornamental Onion

Ornamental onions are elegant and spectacular. Their blooms range in size 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 borders. Plant the larger ones in perennial gardens where other plants will hide the yellowing foliage. They make wonderful cut flowers. Allium ‘Gladiator’ 36–48˝ A very tall stem supports the tightly formed, softball-sized, blue-to-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. ‘Globemaster’ 24–36˝ This is the biggest of them all! You’ll want to make room in your garden for these stunning 10" globes of silvery pinkishpurple florets growing on sturdy green stems that appear in June and last up to a month. ‘Globemaster’ created a sensation when introduced at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, United Kingdom. A. ‘Graceful’ 12–16˝ These 3", globe-shaped blossoms are composed of white to pale pink florets with darker stamens. This delightful flower blooms from late May to early June and is a great performer in any garden.

A. ‘Summer Drummer’ 4–5´ Perched on purple stems, these 8" balls of purple-and-white florets create a dramatic display and make an effective focal point in the garden. A. atropurpureum 12–24˝ Very dark purple, star-shaped florets create golf 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. Allium. A. neapolitanum Naples Onion 8–12˝ This graceful, sparkling white flower makes a fine cutting specimen and is an easy bulb for beginners. A. caeruleum Blue Globe Onion 12–18˝ 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

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

A. flavum Yellow Onion 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. 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 ground covers, 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. 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 alliums. A. unifolium One Leaf Onion 12–18˝ Domed 2" clusters of pink-to-lavender-pink, bell-shaped flowers appear atop grass-like foliage in June. This western U.S. native prefers moist soil.

A. flavum

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.

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)

Division I—Trumpet Daffodils

Division II—Large-Cupped Daffodils

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 a focal point and impactful display, and are excellent for naturalizing.

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.

N. ‘British Gamble’ – Early to 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. ‘Dutch Master’ – Early to Midseason 18˝ This historic bulb features a tall yellow bloom with a deep, golden trumpet and delicate scent. It’s good for forcing or naturalizing. 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. ‘Goblet’ – Midseason 16–18" This award-winning bicolor has a partially overlapping, glistening white perianth and a trumpet-shaped, brilliant golden-yellow cup with a ruffled edge. The cup pales to lemon yellow as it matures. 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.

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. ‘Sagitta’ – Midseason 12–18" On this narcissus, flowers face downward; they have creamy yellow perianths and light orange-pink coronas. The frilled rim is a slightly deeper shade of orange pink.

N. ‘Accent’ – Midseason 14–16˝ This is an American-bred variety with substantial, crisp white petals that surround an intense sun-proof 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. ‘Altun Ha’ – Midseason 16–18˝ This cross between ‘Camelot’ and ‘Daydream’ opens brilliant greenish- yellow with a white halo around the base and a funnel-shaped, lemon-yellow cup. It is named after the ruins of an ancient Mayan city. N. ‘Bantam’ – Midseason 8-13" This pretty, smaller flower has nicely formed, overlapping petals and a yellow-orange cup rimmed in darker orange, almost red—it’s wonderful in containers. N. ‘Carlton’ – Midseason 14–16˝ This two-toned yellow daffodil is a vigorous and reliable selection that naturalizes well and has a lovely vanilla fragrance. It is one of the most popular daffodils of all time! This narcissus cultivar ‘Carlton’ was introduced in 1927 by Percival Dacres Williams (1865-1935) of Cornwall, United Kingdom, who began raising daffodils in 1895. N. ‘Flower Record’ – Midseason 16–18˝ An excellent forcing bulb and naturalizer, this lightly scented variety features elegant, pure white petals contrasted with a golden-yellow, cup-shaped crown and delicate frill of sunny orange. N. ‘Fragrant Breeze’ – Midseason 18˝ The milky white petals of this 4" bloom surround a cup that opens orange then fades to a rich buff yellow. In warm weather the cup may continue to open, becoming almost flat against the petals. It is a wonderfully showy and sweetly fragrant selection.

N. ‘Frosty Snow’ – Early to Midseason 16–18˝ Surrounded by glistening white petals, the cup of this lovely selection shifts from lemon yellow to white with a yellow rim to pure white. It’s like having three flowers in one bulb! N. ‘Gigantic Star’ – Early to Midseason 18–24˝ This is one of the finest giant yellow daffodils available. It is a long-lasting perennial with a fragrance similar to vanilla. N. ‘High Society’ – Late 16–18˝ This striking aristocrat has hooded ivory petals, hugging a yellow cup that whitens with age. The cup is accentuated with a green eye and a lovely pink rim. N. ‘Ice Follies’ – Early to Midseason 16–18˝ The creamy white petals of this beautiful flower surround a very broad, wide-open yellow cup that matures to pure white. It is a long-term perennial and good forcer! N. ‘Latvian Freedom’ – Very Late 16–18˝ This dramatic Brian Duncan hybrid opens bright lemon yellow and matures to a reverse bicolor with a deeper yellow perianth and prominent white base. The striking white cup has a golden eye and a frilled yellow edge.

N. ‘Martha Stewart’ – Midseason to Late

16–18˝

Honoring Martha Stewart and her passion for bulbs, this prized Karel van der Veek hybrid features a gleaming white perianth and a striking flared, butter-yellow, frilled cup with luscious apricot-pink edging. N. ‘Perfect Lady’ 14–18˝ The frilly orange cup of this sensational selection is in perfect balance with the yellow petals that surround it. It is a unique composition that is worthy of a place in your spring garden. N. ‘Professor Einstein’ – Early 18 –20˝ Pristine white petals of this stunning flower frame a broad, flat reddish-orange cup. This award winner is sweetly fragrant and naturalizes well. N. ‘Slim Whitman’ – Early to Midseason 16–18˝ Named for the country music legend, this vigorous and showy variety presents snow-white, ruffled petals and an egg yolk-yellow cup. Cut these unique flowers to add drama to your bouquets.

Division III—Small-Cupped Daffodils 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. ‘Birma’ – Early 16–18˝ Deep yellow petals surround the vivid, orange-red cup of this dazzling selection. This daffodil performs best when sited in partial shade and is an excellent choice for naturalizing.

N. ‘Barrett Browning’

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!

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

N. ‘Green Eyed Lady’ – Midseason to Late

14–16˝

A deep green eye contrasts with snow-white petals in this elegant and fragrant narcissus. Developed by Brent Heath, this variety is both prolific and dramatic as a companion for other bulbs or planted alone in drifts. 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. N. ‘Merlin’ – Early to Midseason 14–16˝ This bright white, fragrant flower has a green-eyed yellow cup and deep orange-red, ruffled rim. N. ‘Royal Princess’– Late 14–16˝ This elegant flower is composed of pure white petals surrounding a frilled cup with a small green eye and a butterscotch-orange rim.

Division IV—Double Daffodils 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. 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. ‘Cheerfulness’ – Late 14–16˝ The small double flowers of this heirloom and award winner are composed of creamy white petals that surround a rose-like cluster of white petals that are splashed with soft yellow. You can expect two to three richly scented flowers per stem. It’s impossible to be gloomy around this bright, outstanding selection. 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. ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ – Late 14–16˝ Each stem of this 1937 heirloom holds two to three soft primrose-yellow double flowers that have a touch of orange at the center.

Division V—Triandrus Daffodils 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. ‘Katie Heath’ – Midseason 12–14˝ This is a precious, perfectly formed, long- lasting selection with pure white petals that surround a lovely pink cup. This daffodil was introduced by Brent and Becky Heath of Brent and Becky’s Bulbs and named in honor of Brent’s mother. His grandfather, Charles Heath, moved to Virginia in 1900 and developed a business in concert with local farmers around the cultivation of daffodils. Brent’s parents, George and Katie Heath, nurtured his budding interest in horticulture and put him to work on their Daffodil Mart farm. N. ‘Thalia’ – Midseason to Late 12–14˝ This heirloom flower is one of the few that opens pure white with up to five flowers per stem. An all-time favorite, this special variety is sometimes called “the orchid narcissus.” Chicago Botanic Garden assistant director and director of plant collections Andrew Bunting recommends combining it with pale blue Muscari ‘Valerie Finnis’.

Division VI—Cyclamineus Daffodils 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. ‘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. ‘Itzim’ – Midseason to Late 10–12˝ The deep yellow petals of this delightful miniature sweep back gracefully from the deep orange-red, trumpet-shaped cup. Plant masses of this long-lasting, award winner and watch your spring garden take flight. This daffodil was introduced by the renowned Oregon grower Grant E. Mitsch (1907-1989). Originally in the business of cultivating gladioli, he started growing daffodils in 1934. Grant Mitsch Novelty Daffodils is now owned by his daughter and son-in-law, Elise and Richard Haven. N. ‘Jetfire’, listed below, is another Mitsch introduction. 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. N. ‘Mother Duck’ – Early 8–12˝ This distinctive dwarf daffodil has cream 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. ‘Tweety Bird’ – Early to Midseason 8–12˝ Similar to the retired ‘Peeping Tom’, this bulb is a terrific, new, long-nosed, pure golden-yellow cyclamineus with a fabulous fragrance. Named for the cartoon character, ‘Tweety Bird’ was hybridized by Karel van der Veek and features swept-back, star-shaped petals.

Division VII—Jonquilla Daffodils 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. ‘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. N. ‘Golden Echo’ – Midseason 12–16˝ The golden-yellow, trumpet-shaped cup of this beautiful flower runs right into the surrounding creamy white petals. This fragrant flower—an excellent introduction from Brent and Becky Heath—is ideal for containers. N. ‘Pipit’ – Late 14–16˝ This sweetly fragrant flower has light yellow petals with a white-and-yellow cup. There are several blooms to one stem. N. ‘Quail’ – Midseason 12–14˝ This is one of the most prolific of all daffodils. It has two to four deep golden-yellow flowers per stem. N. ‘Sailboat’ – Midseason to Late 10–12˝ A profusion of creamy white petals are swept back like sails catching the wind. The pale yellow cup lightens over time. An excellent choice for containers, this variety has a captivating fragrance. Muscari makes a stunning companion.

N. ‘Rapture’ – Early 12–14˝ With petals that sweep away from the cup, this nodding yellow daffodil resembles a shooting star.

Division VIII—Tazetta Daffoldils 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. ‘Aspasia’ – Late 10–14˝ This exceptionally fragrant heirloom from the early 1900s has slightly ruffled white petals and a bright golden-yellow cup.

Division IX—Poeticus Daffodils 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. N. ‘Angel Eyes’ – Late 12–14˝ Rimmed in red-orange with a green center, the cup of this lovely flower stands out beautifully against the surrounding bright white petals.

Division XI—Split-Corona Daffodils 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” type. 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. ‘Cassata’ – Midseason 16–18˝ The pure white petals of this superb selection are a perfect complement to the broadly split cup, which opens yellow and fades to white.

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. ‘Parisienne’ – Midseason 14˝ Pure white petals encircle a split, ruffled orange cup that may have a touch of white or yellow at the margin. N. ‘Pink Wonder’ – Midseason 16–18˝ The ruffled, peachy-pink cup of this striking and unusual selection is split and layered between whorls of creamy-white petals, making it a sensational addition to borders and a wonderful cut flower. N. ‘Trepolo’ – Midseason to Late 14–18˝ This eye-catching flower features a split orange cup that creates an explosion of color above pure white petals. Plant this flower in mass for a dramatic display or in smaller clumps to highlight a spring border.

Division XIII—Botanical Daffodils 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. 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.

Tulipa

Other—Miniature Daffodils N. ‘Baby Moon’ – Division VII Midseason to Late

4–8˝

This petite and pretty selection features grass-like foliage with quarter-sized, sweetly fragrant, golden-yellow flowers that are perfect for rock gardens and containers. 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. ‘Little Gem’ – Division I Early 4–5˝ This sweet, little golden-yellow trumpet daffodil is great in containers or at the front of the border. It also forces easily.

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.

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 to 8 inches deep. We have listed the varieties alphabetically by type. Each description lists the name, type, season of bloom and height, followed by a brief description.

Blends Each spring, the talented Chicago Botanic Garden 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!

N. ‘Segovia’ – Division III Midseason 6˝ Glistening white petals reflex slightly at the tips to provide a perfect foil for this daffodil’s delicate, clear yellow cup. A prolific selection, this flower is a blue ribbon winner. N. ‘Topolino’ – Division I Early to Midseason 8–10˝ This dwarf has a creamy yellow cup surrounded by white petals. It is ideal for forcing and container gardens. 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.

Circle Garden: Narcissus ‘Aspasia’, Tulipa ‘Night Club’, ‘Yellow Mountain’, ‘Queen of Night’ Sensory Garden No. 1: Tulipa ‘Sanne’, ‘Black Hero’, ‘Margarita’, ‘Akebono’ Sensory Garden No. 2: Tulipa ‘Beauty Queen’, ‘Bestseller’, ‘Bastogne’, ‘Annie Schilder’, ‘Perestroyka’, ‘Blushing Beauty’ Bulb Garden: Tulipa ‘Foxtrot’, ‘Menton Exotic’, Narcissus ‘Fidelity’, Muscari ‘White Magic’

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

T. ‘Monte Carlo’ 10–12˝ This striking, yellow double has slight red feathering on the petals and is the recipient of the Royal Horticultural Society Award of Merit.

Single Late Types Formerly referred to as cottage tulips, these are great for borders, beds, and cutting.

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˝ Z A true beauty, this stunning award winner has lightly fragrant flowers that are an artful blend of apricot, salmon, and rose pink. T. ‘Bestseller’ 12–16˝ This flower is so bright that it glows like fire. The petals are a beautiful mixture of bright salmon with copper overtones. 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.

T. ‘Blushing Beauty’ 30˝ This very distinct and cheerful tulip shows an opulent blend of soft rose-pink and cobalt-yellow shades on its goblet-shaped flowers. Mass planting makes a striking statement, and the tulip’s long, sturdy stems will withstand wind and rain T. ‘Kingsblood’ 30˝ This beauty has dark cherry-red petals with scarlet edges. A typical single-late tulip, the flowers have a single row of petals and extra long stems, and are excellent for cutting. This is a late season favorite, and one of the finest reds. T. ‘Perestroyka’ 28–36˝ This gorgeous, lily-shaped tulip towers over the rest, and the colors are a magical combination of currant red and coral with pink flames on a creamy yellow base. T. ‘Queen of Night’ 24˝ Deep velvety-maroon hues characterize these elegant flowers that add shadows to a sunny garden. Narcissus ‘Thalia’ is an exquisite complement to this variety.

Double Late Types 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. ‘Fox Trot’ 10–12˝ Multiple shades of rose combine to create this lovely, fully double blossom. It blends well with many colors and is ideal in combination plantings. T. ‘Margarita’ 10–12˝ 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.

These are late-blooming double flowers that resemble peonies and roses. They are striking anywhere in the garden and are great for cutting. T. ‘Black Hero’ 20˝ This stunning sport of ‘Queen of the Night’ is fully double. The rich, glossy, nearly black flowers are unique. T. ‘Crème Upstar’ 14˝ Z This is one of the loveliest and most fragrant tulips in existence. The flowers are variable in color and have creamy-to- pale-yellow petals wrapped with cream and pink overlays. All of the colors intensify as the flowers mature.

T. ‘Menton Exotic’ 20˝ The lovely tulip ‘Menton Exotic’ has sported to produce this gorgeous new softly double version in varying shades of old rose and tangerine-pink with a coral interior. This is an outstanding and long-lasting flower that resembles a rose and, for a bonus, has fragrance. You’ll find it an absolute joy for cutting! T. ‘Sun Lover’ 18˝ These outstanding, large double flowers burst into shades of golden yellow, with orange-red accents. It is a dazzling and vigorous selection that won’t disappoint.

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. ‘Alibi’ – Midseason 16˝ This sensational flower blooms soft pinkish lavender. Its single flowers appear conical at first, then open to a more rounded cup shape. Strong stems make it an excellent selection for containers. T. ‘Annie Schilder’ – Midseason 14–18˝ This fragrant award winner is warm orange with azalea-pink flushes and a persimmon-orange interior and yellow base. T. ‘Bastogne’ – Midseason 18˝ ‘Bastogne’ is the most superb dark-red Triumph tulip with blood red petals, cardinal red flames, and plum anthers. T. ‘Grand Perfection’ – Midseason 28˝ The petals of this creamy white beauty have burgundy and maroon feathering as in the Rembrandt-painted tulips of the seventeeth century. Adding to the artistic flair is the gray-green foliage. These big, eye-catching flowers are spectacular in bouquets. T. ‘Ronaldo’ – Midseason 16–20˝ Luscious plum petals with luminous, smoky overtones are the hallmark of this stunning tulip. It is especially effective in combination with whites, greens, or soft pinks, and is long-lasting as a cut flower.

T. ‘Sanne’ – Midseason 18–20˝ You’ll want to fill your garden with the sophisticated colors of this selection. Large, elegantly tapered flowers open deep rose pink with iridescent pink edges. This tulip has all this and fragrance too! T. ‘Yellow Mountain’ – Midseason 18˝ This sport of ‘Mount Tacoma’ is opulent with a puffy, peonylike appearance. Its color is a delicate pale yellow and almost indiscernible faint green flames lick the lower exterior petals. This one is sure to put a smile on your face.

Darwin Types Among the most versatile of varieties, these are perfect for naturalizing, borders, cutting, and forcing. They are very cold and 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 semidouble flowers are big and full, but their pale yellow coloring, often touched with red and green, gives them surprising lightness and grace. T. ‘Apeldoorn’ – Midseason 18–20˝ You can’t go wrong with this “tried-and- true” cherry red flower that has a yellow-edged black heart—stunning and reliable. 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. ‘Golden Apeldoorn’ – Midseason 12–24˝ This lovely, clear-yellow flower with elegantly flared petals is a sturdy selection that makes a strong statement in mass plantings but also mixes well with other bulbs. T. ‘Gudoshnik’ – Midseason 24˝ The colors of this selection are variable, ranging from solid red to creamy yellow with red-and-yellow flames and stripes. You might think you planted a mix!

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 creamy margin, adding to the ornamental appeal of this winning selection. T. ‘Light and Dreamy’ – Midseason 20–24˝ This tulip is a hybrid with incredible 6" blooms. Its luminous pink flowers have lavender feathering at the center. It is exceptionally long blooming and is excellent as a cut flower. It’s no wonder that it was voted most popular at the Royal Horticultural Society Wisley Flower Show in 2014. T. ‘Pink Impression’ – Midseason 20˝ ‘Pink Impression’ is an incredibly luminous selection, both in the garden and as a cut flower. This tulip shows a range of rose tones that mature to deep pink with yellow edges. T. ‘White Clouds’ – Midseason 12–24˝ A Also known as Tulipa ‘Hakuun,’ this exquisite Japanese hybrid features large flowers that open and remain pure white. With its sturdy stems, this tulip makes an excellent cut flower.

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. ‘Happy Family’ – Midseason 16˝ Lustrous, dusky pink flowers fade to soft pink near the petal edges on this tulip. ‘Happy Family’ usually sets four to six flowers per stem, creating a spectacular garden display.

T. ‘Merry Go Round’ – Midseason 14–16˝ Introduced in 2014, this floriferous newcomer can produce up to five to eight flowers per stem. Its lipstick-red petals are flushed with grape tones—enchanting! T. ‘Night Club’ – Late 16–18˝ This violet-purple beauty blooms with multiple flowers on one stem.

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. ‘Ballade’ – Late 20˝ This spring beauty is a lush blend of deep red, magenta, and plum, all swirled together then finished with ivory-white petal edging and a tiny yellow base. For decades it has been delighting visitors at Keukenhof gardens. T. ‘Green Star’ – Late 12–24˝ This phenomenal bulb opens chartreuse-white with extraordinarily bold green flames. With reflexing curved petals, this tulip has a look of a starburst and is unforgettable in borders, beds, or containers.. T. ‘Maggie Daley’ – Late 20˝ Twelve years in development, this tulip with a special relationship to Chicago made its debut on Michigan Avenue in the spring of 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. T. ‘Red Shine’ – Midseason 24˝ The deep velvety-red petals of this flame-like tulip will set your garden on fire! T. ‘West Point’ – Late 20˝ Z These dazzling, primrose-yellow flowers with deeply flared petals will call out to you from across the garden! This heirloom selection is also very fragrant.

Parrot Types The heavily fringed and scalloped petals are multicolored and showy. Parrot types are superb in beds, borders, and containers; they make striking cut flowers.

T. ‘Louvre’

T. ‘Black Parrot’ – Late 20˝ This remarkable heirloom from 1937 has very deep burgundy flowers accented with almost black flames and petal edges. White and pink flowers make outstanding combinations with ‘Black Parrot’.

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. ‘White Parrot’ – Late 14˝ This very beautiful tulip with scalloped, pure white petals has an occasional blush of apple green.

T. ‘Fringed Elegance’ – Midseason to Late 22˝ The primrose-yellow petals of this stunning flower have a touch of red that highlights a paler, fringed edge—an award winner and excellent naturalizer.

Kaufmanniana Types

T. ‘Louvre’ – Late 18–20˝ Wonderfully elegant and not at all common, this exquisite flower opens pink with some apricot fringes, then matures to lilac with a pink haze and white fringes. It has purple stamens, of course! This is a tulip that is a novelty in your garden or a smashing addition to an arrangement.

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. ‘Golden Artist’ – Late 14–16˝ Be fascinated by this award winner, colored in apricot and bronze with green wisps on each petal, creating dramatic contrast. Plant these bulbs in autumn for room-brightening bouquets in the spring. T. ‘Spring Green’ – Late 18˝ This elegant, waxy white flower has soft-green feathering down the center of each petal. ‘Spring Green’ is a favorite of several garden horticulturists: “This is great in containers and mass plantings. It is the perfect bulb when you need just one more to pull a display together.”

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 water lily. 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 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! Try these with Scilla siberica for a handsome combination T. kaufmanniana ‘Heart’s Delight’’ – Early 8–10˝ ‘Heart’s Delight’ is a fabulous cultivar! It has unique colors of carmine-red petals edged with pale rose, in contrast with very pale pink on the interior; mottled foliage adds to its distinction. When open, the flowers resemble water lilies. Try these with Scilla siberica for a handsome combination.

Fosteriana Types These early-blooming flowers are typically large and also quite long-lived. Their broad green to gray-green foliage is often mottled or striped for additional interest. 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.

T. ‘Red Riding Hood’ – Midseason to Late

8–12˝

This variety has large, solitary flowers with petals that are colored bright scarlet on the inside and carmine red on the outside. The base of this bulb is dark black for extreme contrast. Even when not in bloom, the richly striped foliage adds drama.

Species Types 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. batalinii ‘Bronze Charm’ T. ‘Orange Emperor’ – Early 14˝ A lovely addition, this selection has pure orange flowers with a yellow base that flushes upward. These dramatic flowers mix well with others. T. ‘Sweetheart’ – Early 14˝ This popular variety is a delicious combination of colors. It has a yellow base that feathers up into the creamy white petal edges—simply delightful!

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. ‘Oratorio’ – Early 8–12˝ These superb deep-rose flowers have an orange-pink interior and black base. They are well-balanced by green leaves with purple variegation in a lovely, harmonious composition. T. ‘Professor de Monsseri’ – Midseason 10–12˝ The long, primrose-yellow petals of these flowers are lighter at the margins with brilliant red tips and an interior lemonyellow base. The dazzling display is complemented by slightly mottled foliage.

T. ‘Little Beauty’ – Midseason 4–6˝ This fragrant flower is unbelievably beautiful with its rosy, purplish-red color and a blue base edged in white. 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. batalinii ‘Bronze Charm’ – Midseason 4–6˝

“This diminutive tulip blooms in May and reaches only 4 to 6" tall. The flower emerges in a tightly pointed bud and then the petals unfurl almost like a rosebud, revealing the striking bronze-to-salmon flower. This fragrant selection also has attractive undulating gray-green leaves.”—Andrew Bunting, assistant director and director of plant collections T. humilis ‘Persian Pearl’ – Early 6˝ This marvelous, early spring bloomer features magenta-rose flowers with interior buttercup-yellow stars. The petal exterior has a silvery-gray flush. T. sylvestris – Midseason 12˝ This species has sweetly scented, curling yellow flowers with a touch of green on the outer petals. This woodland tulip will tolerate full sun or shade. T. tarda – Early 4˝ The 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

Calochortus

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

Anemone

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 them in quantities of at least 25 for an effective display. Plant these flowers 4 inches deep and 2 inches apart.

This unusual selection—with sword-like foliage and striking, bowl-shaped flowers—blooms from late spring to early summer. It needs well-drained soil and does not like freezing and thawing; protection with winter mulch is advised, along with annual fertilization. This flower is perfect for bedding and long- lasting as cut flowers. Plant fairy lantern 4" deep. Calochortus ‘Cupido’ 3–5˝ The tiny, soft violet flowers of this cultivar resembles the butterfly for which it was named.

Camassia Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ – April to May 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; the foliage is fern-like. A. b. ‘Mixed’ – 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.

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. Bulbocodium vernum – Late Winter 3–4˝ Purplish-pink crocus or colchicum-like flowers with grass-like leaves appear in late winter to early spring with crocus and galanthus; this flower is very hardy and easy to grow. It was found originally in European mountains such as the Pyrenees and the Alps.

Fairy Lantern

Wild Hyacinth

These flowers have tall spikes with many star-like florets that appear in May through June. These varieties will naturalize and thrive, and are adaptable to the heavy clay soil 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. Camassia 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’ 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.

Chionodoxa

Glory of the Snow

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 inches deep. They will mature to 6 inches. Taxonomists have recently returned all of the species and cultivars of Chionodoxa to the genus Scilla, from which they were originally separated. Chionodoxa forbesii ‘Blue Giant’ 8˝ These abundant, starry blue flowers are sure to brighten up your garden in early spring. This selection is wildlife resistant. C. f. ‘Pink Giant’ 6–8˝ An unusual, slightly larger form, this selection has up to ten star-like, blush-pink flowers per stem from March to April. C. f. ‘Violet Beauty’ 3–5” The violet-pink color of these flowers becomes lighter toward the center, creating a lovely, luminous effect. It is a good choice for naturalizing. C. luciliae 12˝ These vibrant blue flowers with a lighter center “pop” in the garden. Each bulb produces many stems. It naturalizes well.

Colchicum

Autumn Crocus

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

Fall Crocus

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. Crocus kotschyanus 4˝ Lilac, goblet-shaped flowers with yellow centers appear in autumn before their leaves. Plant this crocus immediately. C. sativus 4–6˝ This lovely fall-blooming crocus is lilac-purple with darker veining. 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.”

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 ground covers. 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 inches deep. Crocus 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 autumnale ‘Alboplenum’ 6˝ This bulb has several enormous double, pure white flowers. It is spectacular when set against a dark background. Stun everyone you know with this very rare and choice bulb.

C. c. ‘Herald’ 4–6˝ This small, spring-flowering crocus with deep yellow petals is flushed with pale purple on the outside.

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. 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. ‘Waterlily’ This is a spectacular double, lilac-pink selection

Crocus

6–8˝

C. c. ‘Romance’’ 4–6˝ With its creamy yellow flowers and darker yellow markings, this crocus has a distinct scent that attracts early bumblebees. It appears in late winter to early spring. C. flavus ‘Yellow Mammoth’ 5˝ This rich, golden-yellow gem will create brilliant, sunny tapestries on your lawn C. c. ‘Lady Killer’ C. sieberi ‘Firefly’ 4–6˝ 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 has flowers that vary from pale to deep lilac with a white center, often with silver or creamy exteriors.

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. vernus

Large-Flowering Crocus

The “Tommy” crocus was named in honor of the Italian botanist and politician Muzio Giuseppe Spirito de Tommasini (1794 – 1879).

This is the familiar giant crocus that makes a good companion for early tulips and daffodils.

“Very reliable, and this species is squirrel-resistant.”— Boyce Tankersley, director of living plant documentation

C. v. ‘Pickwick’ 4–6˝ Typically producing about three flowers per stem, this crocus has lilac-and-white striped petals with bright orange stamens.

“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 C. t. ‘Barr’s Purple’ 3–6˝ Large, rich flowers with amethyst-violet on the inside petals and gray on the outside. C. t. ‘Lilac Beauty’ 4˝ Narrow, soft-lilac petals with a pink violet interior create a star-like effect on ‘Lilac Beauty’.

C. v. ‘Twilight’ 4–8˝ Echoing shades of dusk, this crocus has large, vivid, deep blue-violet flowers with a purple base. C. v. ‘Vanguard’ 4–6˝ The petal exterior is light lavender, and the interior is rich purple. This crocus blooms in early spring.

Eranthis hyemalis

Winter Aconite May 3–4˝

C. t. ‘Mix’ A delightful mix of the three Tommy crocus bulbs offered here: C. 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.

In early spring, usually between February and April, beautiful yellow blooms are surrounded by a collar of deeply divided leaves. This is a great choice for the border, in rock gardens, under trees and shrubs, or in woodland settings. We recommend planting in masses for the best effect. Soak the tubers overnight and then plant immediately. Winter aconite naturalizes in wooded areas. Plant these bulbs 4 inches deep; 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

F.m. ‘Alba’ 6–8˝ This variety has solitary, bell-shaped white flowers, with a barely discernible grey-green checkering.

Eremurus ‘Cleopatra’ 4–5´ This lily creates a bright, eye-catching display with tall spikes of burnt-orange flowers accented with a red midrib

Galanthus Snowdrop

E. mix 3–6´ This is a stunning mix of beautiful shades of various colors; the bulbs develop into candle-like flowers.

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, 4 inches deep. They are distasteful to deer and other wildlife, and perform best in rich, moist soil.

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. 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 for this fritillary. Fritillaria imperialis ‘Lutea’ Crown Imperial 32–40˝ 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 through May, this selection has wonderful, nodding flowers with a faint creamy white, checkered pattern over the reddish-purple petals. It has distinctive charm and performs well in a damp location with dappled shade.

“After a long, cold Chicago winter, Galanthus is one of the first of the 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, and 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 with outer petals that flair outward on sunny days.”—Boyce Tankersley, director, living plant documentation Galanthus elwesii Giant Snowdrop 4–6˝ This vigorous plant with broad glaucous foliage is topped with enormous white flowers that are accented by lovely green inner segments. 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. ikariae 5–8˝ Plant large clumps of these delicate white flowers, which have a touch of green at the base of the inner petal. These harbingers of spring that sparkle even through a late-winter snow are always a most welcome sight.

G. nivalis 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˝ This beautiful double, bell-shaped, fragrant flower is white and tipped with spots of green. It is excellent for naturalizing in woodlands.

Hyacinthoides Bluebells These are among the most adaptable bulbs. In May through 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. h. ‘Excelsior’ 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. ‘Queen of Pinks’ 10–12˝ Z Impressive, large, soft lavender-pink flowers that resemble H. h. ‘Excelsior’ in form, habit, and vigor make this bulb a garden favorite. H. non-scripta English Bluebells 8–12˝ Z The smaller and more pendent 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.

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. This hyacinth flowers in mid-to-late May and grows from 8 to 10 inches.

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Aiolos’ 8–12˝ Z ‘Aiolos’ opens to dense columns of waxy, white florets with cream highlights that are stunning in cottage and formal gardens. A cross between ‘Delft Blue’ and ‘Carnegie’, this bulb has a marvelous fragrance. H. o. ‘Blue Festival’ 8–12˝ Z This hyacinth is baby blue with darker blue midribs. It is fragrant and naturally multistemmed like the old-fashioned hyacinths. H. o. ‘Delft Blue’ 10˝ The soft, lilac-blue florets of this reliable early forcer are beautifully fragrant.

Z H. o. ‘Gypsy Queen’ 8–12˝ This unique selection has warm coral flowers highlighted with salmon and peach. H. o. ‘Peter Stuyvesant’ 10–12˝ Z This wonderful variety features rich purple flowers with deep blue highlights. The stems are bronze colored, and the flowers are very fragrant. H. o. ‘Pink Elephant’ 8–12˝ Z Composed of lovely light pink florets, this substantial flower creates an impressive display and is exceptionally fragrant. H. o. ‘Woodstock’ 8–12˝ This vivid selection has intense reddish-purple flowers.

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. ‘Chestnut Flower’

12˝

An heirloom introduced in 1880, this selection has a very floriferous, dense spike of soft pink, double flowers that are darker pink in the center. H. o. ‘Hollyhock’ 12˝ Z This hyacinth has double flowers that bloom in a rich shade of carnation pink. An exceptional fragrance and spikes of raspberry-red double florets make this an irresistible choice.

H. o. ‘Royal Navy’ 8–12˝ 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

Juno Iris

These irises are perennials noted for their fleshy bulbs with thick tuberous roots and corn-like foliage. Flowers appear at the terminal as well as in the axils of many of the leaves. They thrive in full sun and moisture-retentive, well-drained soil that dries out in the summer. 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.

Iris

Dwarf Iris

Very small, early, and fragrant, these are best in rock gardens, woodlands, or the front of a border. Dwarf irises bloom in May and can be forced easily. I. danfordiae 2–3˝ Z Among the first to appear each spring, these brilliant yellow flowers are accented with greenish-brown spotting. Although smaller, these darlings are very vigorous. I. histrioides ‘George’ 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 has given ‘George’ the Award of Garden Merit. I. histrioides ‘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 ‘Alida’ 3–6˝ Z This fragrant dwarf iris shows light blue flowers with pale yellow blotches. Excellent for planting in small pots, rockeries, and borders, this plant is frequently called ‘the violet-scented iris.’It grows wild in meadows and on hillsides in Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and the Caucasus.

I. histrioides ‘Katharine Hodgkin’

I. r. ‘Frans Hals’ 4˝ Z These pale-violet flowers have dark purple and yellow accents. 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 pure white blotch.

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, and are 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 inches deep. L. a. ‘Gravetye Giant’ 18–24˝ This larger, more robust selection is a standout when combined with the species or planted in masses.

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

Muscari

Grape Hyacinth M. a. ‘Saffier’

Up to 12˝ Z These French dark-blue, small, bell-shaped flowers often have a white rim. This variety is prized for its long bloom period

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 the bulbs 4 inches deep.

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 eyecatching effect of snow on the mountain.

The genus name Muscari comes from the Greek moschos, which means “musk,” referring to the fragrance of some species. Muscari ‘Mixed’ 3–6˝ This mix of many shades of blue with white will create a dramatic effect.

M. ‘Pink Sunrise’ – Midspring 7˝ This flower opens blush pink and matures to an even paler whisper of pinkish white.

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. a. ‘Christmas Pearl’ 4–6˝ Z Get a jump on spring color with this extremely early flowering variety’s cobaltblue blossoms. An ideal selection for forcing, it needs little or no cold period. This is a perfect companion for early flowering daffodils

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’ Italian Grape Hyacinth 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 M. comosum ‘Plumosum’ Feather Hyacinth 8˝ Z The most unusual form of the genus, this hyacinth develops lavender-violet, feathery, plume-like flowers that bloom in May through June 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 word nektar, which means “nectar,” and scorodon, which means “garlic.”

Ornithogalum

Star of Bethlehem

These heirlooms with spikes of bell-shaped flowers are simply delightful. They naturalize easily and are perfect for the perennial border.

M. armeniacum

Ornithogalum magnum 24–36˝ This majestic selection has a tall spike of white flowers with green stripes on the reverse of the petals. It appears in the garden in early summer. O. nutans ‘Silver Bells’ 12˝ ‘Silver Bells’ has up to 12 beautiful, fragrant flowers that are white inside and green outside on 12-15" spikes in May. This Ornithigalum has a penchant for semi-shaded locations and is a fine forcing selection.

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. These 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 inches below the soil surface, in a hole large enough to accommodate the entire root. Refill the hole, water thoroughly, and mulch the plants for the first winter. It is safe to plant the bulbs right up until the time that the ground freezes. P. ‘Armani’ 32˝ These large, fragrant flower heads are composed of a dramatic cluster of pale-yellow staminodes surrounded by sumptuous burgundy petals. A stunning selection with strong stems, it makes an excellent cut flower. It flowers May through June and foliage becomes red in the fall. P. ‘Eden’s Perfume’ 30 This double large, pink peony is one of the most fragrant. It flowers midseason. P. ‘‘Raspberry Sundae’ 30˝ This large, bomb-shaped double flower is a scrumptious confection of layered cream and pink petals that deepen to raspberry toward the center. Sweetly fragrant, this peony was introduced by Klehm in 1968. P. ‘Shirley Temple’ 32˝ This large, Japanese-style flower is composed of soft pink petals that surround a rose-and-pink center. This outstanding flower was selected as an American Peony Society Gold Medal winner; it flowers midseason.

P. ‘Sweet Harmony’ 34˝ This old, reliable peony has large, fully double, fragrant white flowers with flecks of crimson; it flowers May through June. Puschkinia scilloides Striped Squill 4–6˝ Pale-blue-to-white, star-like flowers with dark blue striping are clustered at the top of the stems in April. Striped squill looks appealing in rock gardens, perennial borders, and under trees and shrubs. They are undemanding, remain trouble-free, and increase rapidly. P. s. ‘Alba’ 4–6˝ This pure white, flowering selection 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. The plants readily naturalize and may be used in lawns, perennial beds, woodland gardens, and meadows. Scilla bifolia 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’ 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 earlyflowering daffodils S. mischtschenkoana 3–4˝ This variety has charming, light blue-to- white flowers with a dark blue midrib. S. siberica Siberian Squill 4–8˝ This species, 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.

Forced Bulbs Hippeastrum

Amaryllis

These 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 inches 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 the 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. Hippeastrum ‘Alfresco’ 14–16˝ Create a dramatic holiday display with these spectacular double flowers that are creamy white with a petite green eye. 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. ‘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. ‘First Love’ 12–24˝ 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˝ This flower’s impressive white blooms are brushed and stippled with deep red, highlighted by a lime-green throat.

H. ‘First Love’

H. ‘La Paz’ 20–24˝ Slender, pointed petals radiate from a light green throat to form a star-shaped flower on ‘La Paz’. Its upper petals are dark coral; lower petals are greenish-white edged 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. ‘Naranja’ 20–24˝ Warm up to the deep orange shades of these large, audacious flowers that are a perfect antidote to winter in Chicago! H. ‘Picotee’ 18–22˝ This amaryllis has a very clean and distinctive look with its large, white blossoms edged with delicate red margins

H. ‘Pink Neon’ 20–24˝ This extraordinary variety produces trumpet-shaped flowers in neon fuchsia-pink, with a contrasting white throat, a citrus-green eye, and white striations on the petals. This is a showstopper! H. ‘Pink Surprise’ 22–26˝ This cultivar is a drama queen—bold and beautiful, vibrant pink flowers captivate with lush, wide, slightly frilled petals H. ‘Red Pearl’ 30–35˝ One of the deepest reds, these gorgeous ruffled flowers are a rich, crimson-velvet color with a darker throat, and are a perfect choice for the holidays H. ‘Rosy Star’ 18˝ This enchanting, large, star-shaped flower has white petals rimmed in a blush pink along the upper edges of the bloom H. ‘Samba’ 18–24˝ Spectacular lipstick-red, semidouble blooms are outlined and striped in bright white, with ruffled, rounded petals and a snow white center star, set off by a vibrant, kiwi-green throat. H. ‘Sweet Nymph’ 18˝ A prized hybrid by Tom Peter van Nieuwkerk, ‘Sweet Nymph’ has 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 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 the bulbs well and allow the soil to drain. Place in a cool, 55 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit location out of direct sunlight. When foliage reaches 3 to 4 inches in height, move the plant into bright light at typical room temperatures. Once in bloom, cooler room temperatures will prolong the flowering. Provide staking for the plant as needed. The bulbs can also be planted in pebbles, glass beads, or in a bulb glass. When planting in pebbles or glass beads, cover the bulbs to the neck to anchor them 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. Narcissus ‘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˝ Z Enjoy an old favorite—this classic paperwhite has white petals with a yellow center.

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Index

Allium atropurpureum – Ornamental Onion.......................................................6 Allium caeruleum – Blue Globe Onion................................................................6 Allium flavum – Yellow Onion............................................................................7 Allium ‘Gladiator’ – Ornamental Onion.............................................................6 Allium ‘Globemaster’ – Ornamental Onion........................................................6 Allium ‘Graceful’ – Ornamental Onion..............................................................6 Allium ‘Hair’ – Ornamental Onion.....................................................................6 Allium moly ‘Jeannine’ – Lily Leek......................................................................7 Allium ‘Mount Everest’ – Ornamental Onion.....................................................6 Allium neapolitanum – Ornamental Onion.........................................................6 Allium ‘Pink Jewel’ – Ornamental Onion...........................................................6 Allium schubertii – Schubert Onion....................................................................7 Allium sphaerocephalon – Drumstick Onion.......................................................7 Allium ‘Summer Drummer’ – Ornamental Onion..............................................6 Allium unifolium – One leaf Onion....................................................................7 Anemone blanda ‘Blue Shades’ – Windflower......................................................19 Anemone blanda ‘Charmer’ – Windflower...........................................................19 Anemone blanda ‘Mixed’ – Windflower...............................................................19 Anemone blanda ‘White Splendour’ – Windflower..............................................19 Bellevalia pycnantha ............................................................................................19 Bulbicodium vernum – Spring Meadow Saffron...................................................19 Calochortus ‘Cupido’ – Fairy Lantern..................................................................19 Camassia cusickii – Wild Hyacinth.....................................................................19 Camassia leichtlinii ‘Caerulea’ – Wild Hyacinth..................................................19 Camassia leichtlinii 'Sacajawea' – Wild Hyacinth................................................19 Camassia quamash ‘Blue Melody’ – Wild Hyacinth.............................................19

May Cat Kneibler Judy Konen Nancy Kurz Celine Lillie Joani Lowry Roberta Lynch Patsy Magner Jennifer Martay Michelle McCarthy Gwen McConnaughy Michelle McKenna Madeleine McMullan Ann Merritt Barbara Metzler Gail Miller Mary Alice Miller Weezie Monroe Brooks Morgan Kate Morris Louellen Murray Ginny Noyes Jane Pearsall Janet Meakin Poor

Juli Priebe Elizabeth Pruett Marina Puryear Carole Read Glo Rolighed Patti Ross Holly Rothschild Carole Sandner Beth Schroeder Heather Scott Melissa Shennan Susan Spears Margie Strauch Lois Steans Louise Tausché Jennifer Tippet Susan Tupper Jeanie Van Nice Cassandra Vermillion Kim Visokey

Chionodoxa forbesii ‘Blue Giant’ – Glory of the Snow.........................................20 Chionodoxa forbesii ‘Pink Giant’ – Glory of the Snow.........................................20 Chionodoxa forbesii ‘Violet Beauty’ – Glory of the Snow.....................................20 Chionodoxa luciliae – Glory of the Snow.............................................................20 Colchicum autumnale ‘Alboplenum’ – Colchicum...............................................20 Circle Garden Blend – Tulip Blend.....................................................................13 Colchicum 'Lilac Wonder' – Colchicum..............................................................20 Colchicum ‘Waterlily’ – Colchicum.....................................................................20 Crocus chrysanthus ‘Blue Pearl’ – Crocus..............................................................20 Crocus chrysanthus 'Herald' - Crocus..................................................................20 Crocus chrysanthus ‘Lady Killer’ – Crocus............................................................20 Crocus chrysanthus 'Romance' – Crocus...............................................................21 Crocus flavus ‘Yellow Mammoth’ – Crocus..........................................................21 Crocus kotschyanus – Fall Crocus..........................................................................20 Crocus sativus – Fall Crocus.................................................................................20 Crocus sieberi ‘Firefly’ – Crocus............................................................................21 Crocus tommasinianus ‘Barr's Purple’ – Tommy Crocus.......................................21 Crocus tommasinianus ‘Lilac Beauty’ – Tommy Crocus........................................21 Crocus tommasinianus pictus – Tommy Crocus....................................................21 Crocus tommasinianus ‘Roseus’ – Tommy Crocus................................................21 Crocus tommasinianus ‘Ruby Giant’ – Tommy Crocus.........................................21 Crocus tommasinianus – Tommy Crocus..............................................................21 Crocus vernus ‘Pickwick’ – Crocus.......................................................................21 Crocus vernus ‘Twighlight’ – Crocus....................................................................21 Crocus vernus ‘Vanguard’ – Crocus......................................................................21 Eranthis hyemalis – Winter Aconite.....................................................................21 Eremurus ‘Cleopatra’ – Foxtail Lily......................................................................22

Eremurus mix – Foxtail Lily.................................................................................22

Muscari aucheri ‘Mount Hood’ – Grape Hyacinth..............................................25

Fritillaria acmopetala – Fritillary.........................................................................22

Muscari aucheri ‘Ocean Magic’ – Grape Hyacinth..............................................25

Fritillaria imperialis ‘Lutea’ – Fritillary................................................................22

Muscari aucheri ‘White Magic’ – Grape Hyacinth...............................................25

Fritillaria imperialis ‘Rubra Maxima’ – Fritillary.................................................22

Muscari comosum ‘Plumosum’ – Feather Hyacinth..............................................25

Fritillaria meleagris – Fritillary ............................................................................22

Muscari latifolium – Grape Hyacinth..................................................................25

Fritillaria melagris ‘Alba’ – Fritillary.....................................................................22

Muscari ‘Mixed’ – Grape Hyacinth.....................................................................25

Galanthus elwesii – Snowdrop.............................................................................22

Muscari ‘Pink Sunrise’ – Grape Hyacinth............................................................25

Galanthus ikariae – Snowdrop.............................................................................22

Narcissus ‘Accent’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped.................................8

Galanthus nivalis – Snowdrop.............................................................................23

Narcissus ‘Actaea’ – Division IX Daffodil — Poeticus..........................................12

Galanthus nivalis ‘Flore pleno’ – Snowdrop.........................................................23

Narcissus albus plenus odoratus – Division XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form...................12

Hippeastrum ‘Alfresco’ – Double Amaryllis..........................................................27

Narcissus ‘Altun Ha’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped.............................8

Hippeastrum 'Apricot Parfait' – Amaryllis...........................................................27

Narcissus ‘Angel Eyes’ – Division IX Daffodil — Poeticus...................................12

Hippeastrum ‘Christmas Gift’ – Amaryllis...........................................................27

Narcissus ‘Aspasia’ – Division VIII Daffodil — Tazzetta.......................................12

Hippeastrum 'First Love' – Double Amaryllis......................................................27

Narcissus ‘Baby Moon’ – Miniature – Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla...........13

Hippeastrum ‘'Flamenco Queen’ – Amaryllis.......................................................27

Narcissus ‘Bantam’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped................................8

Hippeastrum ‘La Paz’ – Cybister Amaryllis.........................................................27

Narcissus ‘Barrett Browning’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped...............9

Hippeastrum ‘Naranja’ – Amaryllis......................................................................27

Narcissus ‘Bell Song’ – Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla..................................13

Hippeastrum ‘Picotee’ – Amaryllis.......................................................................27

Narcissus ‘Birma’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped.................................9

Hippeastrum ‘Pink Neon’ – Amaryllis.................................................................28

Narcissus Blend – All Spring Mix........................................................................7

Hippeastrum ‘Pink Surprise’ – Amaryllis.............................................................28

Narcissus Blend – Naturalizing Meadow..............................................................7

Hippeastrum ‘Red Pearl’ – Amaryllis...................................................................28

Narcissus ‘Bridal Crown’ – Division IV Daffodil — Double................................10

Hippeastrum ‘Rosy Star’ – Amaryllis....................................................................28

Narcissus ‘'British Gamble’ – Division I Daffodil — Trumpet.............................8

Hippeastrum ‘Samba’ – Amaryllis........................................................................28

Narcissus ‘Candy Princess’ – Division IV Daffodil — Double.............................10

Hippeastrum ‘Sweet Nymph’ – Double Amaryllis................................................28

Narcissus ‘Carlton’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped................................8

Hyacinthoides hispanica ‘Excelsior’ – Wood Hyacinth..........................................23

Narcissus ‘Cassata’ – Division XI Daffodil — Split Corona.................................12

Hyacinthoides hispanica 'Queen of Pinks’ – Wood Hyacinth...............................23

Narcissus ‘Cheerfulness’ – Division IV Daffodil — Double.................................10

Hyacinthoides non-scripta – English Bluebells......................................................23

Narcissus ‘Double Smiles’ – Division IV Daffodil — Double..............................10

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Chestnut Flower’ – Double Hyacinth................................23

Narcissus ‘Dreamlight’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped........................9

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Aiolos’ –Hyacinth..............................................................23

Narcissus ‘Dutch Master’ – Division I Daffodil — Trumpet................................8

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Blue Festival’ –Hyacinth....................................................23

Narcissus ‘February Gold’ – Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus......................11

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Delft Blue’ – Hyacinth......................................................23

Narcissus ‘Fidelity’– Division I Daffodil — Trumpet...........................................8

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Gypsy Queen’ – Hyacinth.................................................23

Narcissus ‘Fragrant Breeze’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped....................8

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Hollyhock’ – Double Hyacinth.........................................23

Narcissus ‘Frosty Snow’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped........................9

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Peter Stuyvesant’ – Hyacinth.............................................23

Narcissus ‘Gigantic Star’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped.......................9

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Pink Elephant’ – Hyacinth................................................23

Narcissus ‘Goblet’ – Division I Daffodil — Trumpet...........................................8

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Royal Navy’ – Hyacinth.....................................................24

Narcissus ‘Golden Echo’ – Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla............................11

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Woodstock’ – Hyacinth.....................................................23

Narcissus ‘Green Eyed Lady’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped...............10

Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Yellow Queen’ – Hyacinth.................................................23

Narcissus ‘Hawera’ – Miniature – Division V Daffodil — Triandrus...................13

Iris bucharica – Juno Iris......................................................................................24

Narcissus ‘High Society’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped.......................9

Iris danfordiae – Dwarf Iris..................................................................................24

Narcissus ‘Ice Follies’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped...........................9

Iris histriodes 'George' – Dwarf Iris......................................................................24

Narcissus ‘Inbal’ – Division VIII Daffodil — Non-Hardy Tazetta.......................28

Iris histriodes ‘Katharine Hodgkin’ – Dwarf Iris...................................................24

Narcissus ‘Itzim’ – Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus....................................11

Iris histriodes ‘Alida’ – Dwarf Iris..........................................................................24

Narcissus ‘Jack Snipe’ – Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus............................11

Iris reticulata ‘Frans Hals’ – Dwarf Iris................................................................24

Narcissus ‘Jamestown’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped.........................10

Iris reticulata ‘Harmony’ – Dwarf Iris..................................................................24

Narcissus ‘Jetfire’ – Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus...................................11

Iris reticulata ‘Pauline’ – Dwarf Iris.....................................................................24

Narcissus jonquilla – Division XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form....................12

Leucojum aestivum ‘Gravetye Giant’ – Summer Snowflake..................................24

Narcissus ‘Katie Heath’ – Division V Daffodil — Triandrus................................10

Leucojum vernum – Spring Snowflake.................................................................24

Narcissus ‘Latvian Freedom’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped.................9

Muscari 'Valerie Finnis' – Grape Hyacinth...........................................................25

Narcissus ‘Martha Stewart’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped...................9

Muscari armeniacum – Grape Hyacinth..............................................................25

Narcissus ‘Merlin’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped................................10

Muscari armeniacum ‘Christmas Pearl’ – Grape Hyacinth...................................25

Narcissus ‘Minnow’ – Miniature – Division VIII Daffodil — Tazetta..................13

Muscari armeniacum ‘Saffier’ – Grape Hyacinth..................................................25

Narcissus ‘Mother Duck– Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus.........................11

Narcissus ‘Mount Hood’ – Division I Daffodil —Trumpet.................................8

Tulipa ‘Bastogne’ – Triumph...............................................................................15

Narcissus obvallaris – Division XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form...................12

Tulipa batalinii ‘'Bronze Charm’ – Species..........................................................18

Narcissus ‘Orangery’ – Division XI Daffodil — Split Corona..............................12

Tulipa ‘Beau Monde’ – Darwin Hybrid.............................................................15

Narcissus ‘Paperwhites’ – Division VIII Daffodil – Non-Hardy Tazetta...............28

Tulipa ‘Beauty Queen’ – Single Early.................................................................14

Narcissus ‘Parisienne’ – Division XI Daffodil — Split Corona.............................12

Tulipa ‘Bestseller’ – Single Early.........................................................................14

Narcissus ‘Perfect Lady’ – Division II Daffodil — Large Cupped........................9

Tulipa ‘Black Hero’ – Double Late......................................................................14

Narcissus ‘Pink Wonder’ – Division XI Daffodil — Split Corona........................12

Tulipa ‘Black Parrot’ – Parrot..............................................................................17

Narcissus poeticus var. recurvus – Division XIII Daffodil — Species/Wild Form...12

Tulipa ‘Blushing Beauty’ – Single Late................................................................14

Narcissus ‘Professor Einstein’ - Division II Daffodil—Large Cupped...................9

Tulipa ‘Creme Upstar’ – Double Late.................................................................14

Narcissus ‘Prototype’ – Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus.............................11

Tulipa ‘Flaming Purissima’ – Fosteriana..............................................................17

Narcissus ‘Quail’ – Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla........................................11

Tulipa ‘Foxtrot’ – Viridiflora...............................................................................14

Narcissus ‘Rapture’ – Division VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus................................11

Tulipa ‘Fringed Elegance’ – Fringed....................................................................17

Narcissus ‘Rijnveld’s Early Sensation’ – Division I Daffodil — Trumpet..............8

Tulipa ‘Golden Apeldoorn’ – Darwin Hybrid.....................................................15

Narcissus ‘Royal Princess’ – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped....................10

Tulipa ‘Golden Artist’ – Viridiflora.....................................................................17

Narcissus ‘Sagitta’ – Division I Daffodil —Trumpet............................................8

Tulipa ‘Grand Perfection’ – Triumph...................................................................15

Narcissus ‘Sailboat’ – Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla.....................................11

Tulipa ‘Green Star’ – Lily Flowered.....................................................................16

Narcissus ‘Segovia’ – Miniature – Division III Daffodil — Small Cupped...........13

Tulipa ‘Gudoshnik’ – Darwin Hybrid.................................................................15

Narcissus ‘Slim Whitman’ – Division II Daffodil —Large Cupped......................9

Tulipa ‘Happy Famiy’ – Multi-flowering.............................................................16

Narcissus ‘Thalia’ – Division V Daffodil —Triandrus..........................................10

Tulipa humilis ‘Persian Pearl’ – Species................................................................18

Narcissus ‘Topolino’ – Miniature – Division I Daffodil — Trumpet....................13

Tulipa ‘Jaap Groot’ – Darwin Hybrid.................................................................16

Narcissus ‘Toto’ – Miniature – Division XII Daffodil — Miscellaneous .............13

Tulipa kaufmanniana ‘Early Harvest’ – Kaufmanniana.......................................17

Narcissus ‘Trepolo’ – Division XI Daffodil — Split Corona.................................12

Tulipa kaufmanniana ‘Heart's Delight’ – Kaufmanniana....................................17

Narcissus ‘Tweety Bird' – Div. VI Daffodil — Cyclamineus................................11

Tulipa ‘KingsBlood’ – Single Late.......................................................................14

Narcissus x odorus flore pleno – Div. XIII Daffodil —Species/Wild Form.............12

Tulipa ‘Light and Dreamy’ – Single Late.............................................................16

Narcissus ‘Yellow Cheerfulness’ – Division IV Daffodil – Double........................10

Tulipa ‘Little Beauty’ – Species............................................................................18

Narcissus ‘Little Gem’ – Miniature – Division I Daffodil — Trumpet................13

Tulipa ‘Lourve’ – Fringed....................................................................................17

Narcissus ‘Pipit’ – Division VII Daffodil — Jonquilla .........................................11

Tulipa ‘Maggie Daley’ – Lily Flowered................................................................16

Nectaroscordum siculum – Sicilian Honey Garlic..................................................25

Tulipa ‘Margarita’ – Double Early.......................................................................14

Ornithogalum magnum – Star of Bethlehem........................................................26

Tulipa ‘Menton Exotic’ – Double Late................................................................15

Ornithogalum nutans – Silver Bells......................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Merry Go Round’ – Multi-flowering.......................................................16

Paeonia ‘Armani’ – Peony....................................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Monte Carlo’ – Double Early..................................................................14

Paeonia ‘Eden's Perfume’ – Peony.......................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Night Club’ – Multi-flowering................................................................16

Paeonia ‘Raspberry Sundae’ – Peony...................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Orange Emperor’ – Fosteriana................................................................18

Paeonia ‘Shirley Temple’ – Peony........................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Oratorio’ – Greigii...................................................................................18

Paeonia ‘Sweet Harmony’ – Peony......................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Perestroyka’ – Single Late........................................................................14

Puschkinia libanotica alba – Striped Squill..........................................................26

Tulipa ‘Pink Impression’ – Darwin Hybrid.........................................................16

Puschkinia scilloides – Striped Squill....................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Princess Irene’ – Single Late....................................................................14

Scilla bifolia – Squill...........................................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Professor de Monsseri’ – Greigii..............................................................18

Scilla bifolia ‘Rosea’ – Squill................................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Queen of Night’ – Single Late.................................................................14

Scilla mischtschenkoana – Squill...........................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Red Riding Hood’ – Greigii....................................................................18

Scilla siberica – Siberian Squill

...................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Red Shine’ – Lily Flowered......................................................................16

Scilla siberica ‘Alba’ – Squill.................................................................................26

Tulipa ‘Renaldo’ – Triumph................................................................................15

Sensory Garden Blend #1 – Tulip Blend.............................................................13

Tulipa ‘Sanne’ – Triumph....................................................................................15

Sensory Garden Blend #2 – Tulip Blend.............................................................13

Tulipa ‘Spring Green’ – Viridiflora......................................................................17

Tommy Crocus Mix – Tommy Crocus Mix........................................................21

Tulipa ‘Sun Lover’ – Double Late ......................................................................15

Tulipa ‘Akebono’ – Darwin Hybrid.....................................................................15

Tulipa ‘Sweetheart’ – Fosteriana..........................................................................18

Tulipa ‘Alibi’ – Triumph......................................................................................15

Tulipa sylvestris – Species.....................................................................................18

Tulipa ‘Annie Schilder’ – Triumph......................................................................15

Tulipa tarda – Species..........................................................................................18

Tulipa ‘Antoinette’ – Multi-flowering..................................................................16

Tulipa ‘West Point’ – Lily Flowered....................................................................16

Tulipa ‘Apeldoorn’ – Darwin Hybrid..................................................................15

Tulipa ‘White Clouds’ – Darwin Hybrid............................................................16

Tulipa bakeri ‘Lilac Wonder’ – Species ...............................................................18

Tulipa ‘White Parrot’ – Parrot.............................................................................17

Tulipa ‘Ballade’ – Lily Flowered .........................................................................16

Tulipa ‘Yellow Mountain’ – Triumph..................................................................15