ROSES deserve top billing 



'fiO/l/j / /y'Jfi/9 Hybrid Tea. (Johnston.) Plant 

 '(/>{/(/ / l/aO(J PaL 2037. This sport of the 

 lamous Peace rose, discovered in a Chicago garden, 

 has become recognized as one of the truly great roses 

 of all time. Shimmering pink, canary-yellow and oc- 

 casional coppery tones cover the blooms in dramatic 

 fashion. Large, solid buds and huge high-centered 

 flowers, up to 7 inches across, with 50 to 60 large petals 

 of firm texture. Light but sweet fragrance. 



Chicago Peace has even livelier color and more fra- 

 grance than its parent, plus the same ex- 

 traordinarily vigorous plant and foliage. A 

 flower of great keeping ability, on sturdy 

 stems perfect for cutting. Resists practically 

 any rain or wind storm of summer. Thick 

 heavy canes with big leathery foliage on a 

 tall, very sturdy plant. A continuous, re- 

 liable bloomer that you will never want to 

 discard. 



$3.50 ea.— 3 or more, $3.10 ea. 



CHICAGO PEACE 



Star Rose Guarantee 



STAB ROSES are guaranteed to grow and bloom as they should 

 for tlie lirst blooming season after purchase. If they do not, we will 

 replace them or refund the purchase price. 



Hybrid Tea. (Boerner.) Plant Pat. 2774. A big 

 Hybrid Tea of splendid rich deep pink in two 

 (j&h shades. The underside of the petals is almost a light red, 

 ^*& s while the upper side is lighter. Toward the center of the 

 flower there is a soft blending of old ivory. Altogether, the open 

 bloom has a lovely glow and petals have a satiny surface. It has a 

 large, magnificent bud, perfectly shaped, and the 5-inch blooms 

 are beautifully formed, with a graceful spiral center. There are 

 about 25 wide petals, rolled back as they open. The flowers are of 

 special charm for cutting. A strong plant of medium 

 height, well covered with healthy, dark green leaves. It 

 blooms well and gives a good account of itself all during 

 the summer. 



If you aspire to a blue ribbon at your rose show, First 

 Prize could be the one to win it for you. Why not plant 

 it and try? 



$4.50 ea. — 3 or more, $4.10 ea. 



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