ilejt) Hybrid Tea. (The House of Meil- 

 land.) Plant Pat. 1943. Magnificent crim- 

 (^^ son-red overlaid with an iridescent scarlet combine with 

 ^ exquisite form to make Christian Dior anoutstandingred rose. 

 This is a rich, exciting rose whose vivid, velvety red coloring 

 remains beautifully steadfast throughout its life regardless of 

 time of season or weather. It docs not "blue" as it ages — making 

 it an exceptionally fine rose for cutting. In fact, the color actu- 

 ally grows brighter with artificial lighting. The Christian Dior 

 flower is solidly substantial, its 50 to 60 petals forming a big 

 handsome bloom which is high-centered and very double, with 

 an excellent exhibition quality. The bud is medium large and 

 pointed, opening slowly which adds to the long lasting quality 

 of the flower. The bush is very tall, vigorous and upright, best 

 planted in the back row. Rich reddish-green foliage and a light 

 tea fragrance accent the superb quality and beauty of this ex- 

 traordinary red rose. Since we know that this will become one 

 of your favorite cutting roses, why not plant 3 or more? Bloom 

 lasts an exceptionally long time when cut and there is always 

 plenty of bloom to cut. Christian Dior is one of those roses with 

 enough merit to be a favorite for years and years. 



$3 ea. — 3 or more, $2.65 ea. 



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4 Plants 



SUMMER .SUNSHINE 



PINK PEACE 



CHRISTIAN DIOR 



GRANADA 



$11.25 



How to Cut Bloom 



Roses are best cut in late afternoon with 

 ■■'^J early morning next choice. They should 

 be put in warm water (100 degrees) as they 

 are cut. Warm water is preferred since it 

 allows the water to rise in the stem faster. 

 When preparing them for the vase, remove 

 thorns and leaves several inches up from the end of the 

 stem and scrape the bark or skin lightly away from the 

 wood. To extend the life of the bloom use a preservative 

 such as Floralife or Rose Life. If possible, place bloom 

 in a cool, dark place at a temperature of around 40 de- 

 grees overnight. Many people use their refrigerator 

 set at this temperature. This treatment will add days 

 to the life of your cut bloom. 



(right) Hybrid Tea. (Lindquist.) Plant 

 Pat. 2214. This rose, in our opinion, is 

 (^^ one of the finest, brightest kinds yet created and 

 "**' should be in every garden. It's a multicolor 

 rose, brightly fluorescent in varying shades of scarlet, 

 nasturtium-red and gleaming lemon-yellow. The 

 beautiful, urn-shaped buds open into sculptured, 

 graceful, medium size blooms of fine form and sub- 

 stance. Granada is a very prolific bloomer, producing 

 many brilliantly colored blooms all season long. A 

 lew come singly to the stem, but most appear in 

 l)rilliant candelabras of 3, 4 or more. Because it is 

 so brilliant, so beautiful, so free-blooming, you can 

 make many breathtaking bouquets from one plant 

 of this rose . . . and the blooms will hold for many 

 days. The plant is strong and vigorous, growing 

 medium tall and very upright. Attractive, dark- 

 green, holly-like foliage is in keeping with its bright, 

 festive atmosphere. Be sure to include this cheery 

 rose in your order. 



$3.50 ea.— 3 or more, $3.10 ea. 



