April, 1909 



T H E G A R D E X M A G A Z I X E 



// yen are planning to build, (he Readers' 

 Service can give you helpjul suggestions 



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THE LAWNS OF 

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Are famous for their wonderful perfec- 

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You'll See Beautiful Iris Beds Soon 



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