New Guide to Rose Culture for 1903 



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l.\J CLS» ©a.CJn purchaser's exj 



any 6 for 50 cts. ; $1 per 

 Two.year-oldT plants, 30 cts. each. ; $3 per dozen, toy Express at 

 expense. For every dollar's worth ordered select to th.e value of 

 30 cts. additional. For particulars see Preminm OflPer on page 4:5. 



for all Roses oflFeried on this page, except where noted ;_ 



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MAD. E. DURANTHON 



An Oddly Colored Rose 

 This Yariety is oue of the most unique colored Roses in 

 existence. It resembles Mad. Margottin somewhat, particu- 

 larly as to the ruddy coloring, which is a trifle deeper in this 

 variety. It is indeed a beautiful Rose, more delicately shaded 

 than Mad. Margottin, and a most desirable variety. The color 

 is citron yellow, tvith. bright red center, delicately 

 blended. 



NIPHETOi 



One of the Best 

 This splendid variety still holds the lead as being the most 

 elegant white tea Rose" among the older sorts. The buds are 

 remarkably long and large, making this a splendid forcing 

 Rose. The color is pure sno^v Tvliite, sometimes very 

 faintly tinged vrith pale yellow. Remarkable in size 

 and purity, and always scarce. 



PRINCE^J DE iAOAN 



A Rich Crimson Tea Rose 

 Crimson is a scarce color among Tea Roses, and for that 

 reas->n, as wellasfor its vigorous growth, thisisa Rose of great 

 value and beauty. The color is rich, velvety crimson, 



brilliantly beautiful. It blooms quickly and abundantly ; in 

 fact is one of the freest blooming of Tea Roses. The flowers 

 are very prettily made, while the buds are exceedingly hand- 

 some. In its color it is unexcelled for outdoor culture. 



iOUVENIR. DE CLAIKVAUX 



An Extra-Good Rose 



This is a remarkably fine Rose, producing flowers similar 

 to Bridesmaid ; the growth is extra strong, fully as vigorous 

 as Maman Cachet, one of the strongest-growing Roses. For 

 general cultivation this is a. very fine Rose, and certainly can- 

 not be surpassed. The color is hright pinkislx rose, 

 shading ligh.ter or darker according to the season ; they 

 are large, full and double, and remain on the bush for a long 

 time It is a constant, profuse bloomer, and very fragrant. 

 A Rose that we recommend very highly, as it is exceptionally 

 good in every way. 



iAFKANO 



A Fine Old Rose 

 This is a splendid old-time Rose that has not been super- 

 seded by any new-comer of its class or color. It is a variety 

 of great value, particularly for outdoor planting. It grows 

 vig )rously and has the vitality necessary to produce a con- 

 tinu'ius crop of flowers from early Siiinmer until late in 

 Autumn ; qiiue hardy. It is valued very highly for its beau- 

 tiful buds and handsome flowers. The color" is a bright 

 apricot yellow, changing to orange and fa^vn, some- 

 times tinted Avith rose. Very fragrant. 



DE CATHERINE 

 OLILLOT 



A Splendid New Rose 

 Richly colored and thoroughly distinct. Color coppery 

 carmine, center shaded orange. Flowers large, full, 

 finely shaped and very sweet. Vigorous in gro-v\i;h and free 

 bloniner. 15 cts. each; 4 for 50 cts.; two-year-old plants, 

 35 cts. each. 



JOUV 



A LONG JOURNEY 



Erzeroum, Turkey, Feb. 4, 1902. 

 Dear Sirs:—1 wish to thank you for the Roses sent by 

 mail some three months since. All are living and have 

 grown nicely, so I look forward to some beautiful 

 Roses. We have been delighted with the beautiful 

 Narcissus, and the Freesias are just beginning to bloom. 

 Very sincerely yours, Ida S.Staplkton. 



Washington, D. C, April 7, 1902. 

 Bear Sirs:— The roses and carnations arrived in 

 splendid condition, fresh as just from the green-house. 

 Accept my thanks for your kindness in giving the order 

 yotir personal attention, and also for the " extras." All 

 have been growing right along. With many wishes for 

 your future prosperity, believe me. 



Yours truly, Marvin A. CusTis, M. D. 



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SUNSET 



A GRAND YELLOW ROSE. 



This grand Rose is a great favorite wherever known : the 

 color is a rich g:olden amber or old gold, elegantly 

 shaded with dark ruddy crimson, resembling the beau- 

 tiful tints seen in a Summer sunset, hence its name: the 

 flowers and buds are of extra-large size, very full and finely 

 formed and deliciously perfumed: it is a strong and vigorous 

 grower and free bloonier, highly recommended both for open- 

 ground and house culture, making it a verv desirable Rose. 

 15 cts. each ; 4 for 50 Cts. ; 9 for $1 ; two-yeai-old plants, 

 30 cts. each. 



JOUVENIK DE FR.ANCOIJ 

 OAULAIN 



A Magnificent Sort 



This is an ideal Ro-e having merit of a high order. In our 

 open-ground trials the past year it bloomed from the time it 

 was planted until severe frosts: itsearliness and constancy 

 stamp it as a Rose of great value to the amateur or home 

 grower. In growth it is strong and healthy, with large hand- 

 some foliage that remains on the plant till the first frost 

 comes. The color is unusually bright and, indeed, is quite 

 remarkable for a Tea Rose— rich velvety crimson ; the 

 flowers are esceedinglv fragrant, large, full and very double, 

 possessing a depth that makes their color all the more 

 striking: quite hardy. We recommend this as one of the 

 really fine Roses. 15 cts. each ; 4 for 50 cts. ; 9 for $1 ; two- 

 year'old plants, 30 cts. each. 



