This special edition of 'Bulbs: A Treatise on Hardy and Tender Bulbs and Tubers' was written by Edward Sprague Rand, and first published in 1866, making it over one-and-a-half centuries old. The book has sections on What are Bulbs?, General Rules of Culture, Preparation of Soil, Diseases and Insects, among others, and features many varieties of flowers including Hyacinths, Snowdrops, Tulips, Irises, Anemone, Lilies, Gladiolas, Dahlias, plus many more. This old book is an essential addition to the library of all those who are enthusiastic about bulb culture. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed. DISCLAIMER: Due to the age of this book, some methods or practices may have been deemed unsafe or unacceptable in the interim years. In utilizing the information herein, you do so at your own risk. We republish antiquarian books without judgment, solely for their historical and cultural importance, and for educational purposes. If purchasing a book more than 50 years old, especially for a minor, please use due diligence and vet the text before gifting.