NEW GUIDE TO ROSE CULTURE. 



This will be found to revive them greatly, and they should then be planted as soon as convenient, taking 

 care not to allow them to wilt or wither. 



Always Remember that Roses grown in a warm temperature should not be subjected to too sud- 

 den change. Buds that may be on when received should always be removed, as the effort to bloom while 

 the roots are unable to furnish nourishment weakens the plant. If the tops should be accidentally broken in 

 the package or otherwise, the plant is not necessarily injured ; the vitality is in the root. Cut off the dam- 

 aged parts, and new shoots will soon be formed in their places. 



Express Orders. — For Express Orders we select the largest and best plants on hand at the time, 

 and though we do not promise larger Roses by Express than we send by Mail (unless Two-year Roses are 

 ordered, see page 46), we can generally send larger shrubs and other platits, and sometimes larger Roses. 

 Our system of packing is so complete that we can ship with perfect safety during the coldest or hottest 

 weather, and guarantee the plants to arrive in good condition. 



We Ship by Express when Directed, the purchaser paying the Express charges. Many per- 

 sons prefer to have their goods sent by Express, the plants have more room in the boxes and look larger 

 and better when opened. Besides this, a portion of the earth can be left on the roots, which some con- 

 sider a great advantage. Large orders should always be sent by Express when plants are wanted in best 

 condition and the expense is not an objection ; but we can send small orders of ordinary size Roses and 

 plants, long or short distances, just as safely and satisfactorily by Mail, and save the purchaser the Ex- 

 press charges. 



Better than Ave Promise. — Though our prices are very low for the quality of the plants we offer, 

 we always try to do a little better than we promise, and give generous value and faithful service to all. 



Presented Plants are marked P on back of label, and are frequently very choice sorts. Be sure to 

 take good care of them ; they sometimes give better satisfaction than those ordered. 



Difference in Size of Varieties. — Do not expect all varieties to be of the same size ; some are 

 stronger growers than others, and make larger plants at the same age and under exactly the same condi- 

 tions, and some of the smallest and weakest growers produce the most beautiful flowers ; this is according 

 to Nature, and can't be helped. 



Roses for Canada. — All plants for Canada must be sent by Express. The Express companies 

 forward promptly at reasonable rates, and collect their charges and the custom duty at the office of destina- 

 tion. We should be glad to send Roses by mail to all the British Provinces, BUT CANNOT DO SO, 

 because the International Postal Regulations do not permit the U. S. Mails to carry 

 packages of plants over 8 oz. in weight, or having any intrinsic value, to Canada 

 or any foreign country. 



Roses for Foreign Countries. — For the reason given above, WE CANNOT NOW SEND 

 ROSES BY MAIL TO ANY FOREIGN COUNTRY, and we have found it so difficult and unsatisfac- 

 tory to forward SMALL PACKAGES by either Ocean Express or Steamship Lines, that we do not invite 

 orders from foreign countries, unless from persons who have agents or friends on this side who will receive 

 and forward the plants to them. 



Purchaser's Choice of Varieties. — We endeavor to grow all varieties we offer in sufficient 

 quantity to furnish exactly what is ordered. We always have an enormous stock to select from, and try to 

 fill all orders exactly as given. 



Which are the Best Varieties. — We cannot give a list of the best varieties, because those that 

 are best for one place may not be so for another ; but we will cheerfully select for purchasers 

 who direct us to do so ; and if we are told the class of Roses wanted and the colors preferred, we 

 can always insure satisfactory results, both in the varieties and the quality of plants. 



Why our Business is so Large. — The wonderful vitality and early-blooming power of the 

 Roses grown by our special methods; the unrivaled collection of varieties to choose from, and the prompt, 

 liberal and careful manner in which we fill all orders, has brought us an immense trade. Orders pour in by 

 every mail from all sections of the country, and are filled and forwarded with the regularity of clock-work. 



Correction of Errors. — We take all possible care to avoid errors, and when any occur request 

 information to be forwarded immediately, so that they can be corrected at once ; we cannot afford, and do 

 not mean to have a single customer dissatisfied, if prompt and careful attention to his wants will prevent it. 



Pleasant Entertainment. — We aim to make it as safe and pleasant, and in every way as satisfac- 

 tory, to order Roses by Mail, as it would be to purchase them of us if you were here in person. 



Mailing Boxes. — We pack in strong wooden boxes, with live moss filling. Though this is the most 

 expensive way, it is the best, and therefore we use no other. 



Weight of Mail Packages. — The weight of packages that can be sent by Mail is limited to four 

 pounds, and though this will admit quite a number of fine Roses, larger orders are frequently wanted. 

 When desired, large orders can be made up in small packages and sent by Mail ; but it is generally best, 

 unless to very remote points, to direct large orders sent by Express. 



When making up an order, don't forget the Premium Roses, New Roses of '87, and 

 Diamond List Roses. See all our Special Offers, and remember our VERY LIBERAL CLUB 

 TERMS. Perhaps a few Neighbors would like to send with you, and, by forwarding their orders with your 

 own, you do them a kindness and secure the club reward. 



