Fairfax Roses 
The Aristocrats of Rosedom 
HE name of Fairfax — famous for two centuries as the home of exclusive- 
ness — never has been used more appropriately to denote aristocratic refine- 
ment than when applied to the Roses of Fairfax County, Virginia. Every 
condition of soil and climate is so favorable that Fairfax Roses become truly 
superb. 
My Rose nurseries are in the heart of the best Rose-growing section of 
the United States. The seasons are long and mild, yet cold enough to provide 
the essential “dormant period" in which the bushes may rest and gather 
energy. I'he growing period is so long that Fairfax Roses two years old are 
much larger and stronger than those of equal age grown farther north. 
Bear in mind that my Roses arc as hardy as need be — customers in Canada are using 
them with entire satisfaction. One reason for this is that they are grown right out in the 
oi)en, with no protection. Plants grown under glass are liable to be “soft" and not hardy. 
The vitality of the Rose plants you buy is another exceedingly important matter. Some 
unscrupulous growers will force Roses for blooms all winter, and then sell the exhausted 
plant in the spring. My Fairfax Roses arc not that sort. My plants are all heavy, stocky 
and vigorous, grown on their own roots, except where noted. 
My mailing-size plants are large. All are one-year old, from 3-inch pots, and most 
of them are ready to begin blooming at once. It is best, when possible, to have plants sent 
by express, as I can often send larger plants and put in extra plants free of charge, — which 
I do whenever possible. 
Terms. Cash with order. Requests for credit must be refused, as they have to be 
looked up, which takes time, especially in the busy season, delaying packing, shipping, 
etc. In fairness to all of my customers 1 make this request. 
Remit by post office money order payable at Oakton, Virginia, by express money 
order, draft or personal check. If currency is enclosed, the letter must be registered; other- 
wise I cannot be responsible for it. Please do not send stamps. 
Guarantee. I guarantee all plants to reach the customer in good growing condition; 
if they do not I will replace them free, if notified immediately.' 
Shipments. Two- and three-year-old plants must go by express at customer’s expense, 
but will be packed as light as possible. They will go at the special plant rate, which is about 
20 per cent less than merchandise rate. Shipments should, when possible, go over only one 
express company’s line, as otherwise the charge is likely to be greatly increased. If you 
can reach the lines of the Adams or Southern Companies, therefore, I can save you a good 
deal in express charges. However, a rule which went into effect in July, 1911, by order of 
the Interstate Commerce Commission, greatly reduces the charges where shipments must 
travel over two or more lines, and will save my customers considerable sums. 
I pay postage on all plants by mail, and guarantee that everything sent out will 
reach you in perfect condition. Express shipments, of course, go at customer’s expense. 
Errors. I use every precaution to guard against errors, but in the press of business they 
sometimes will occur. I always wish to know of anything not satisfactory, so I may correct 
the error. 
Always use order sheet, as it enables me to fill orders with despatch and accu- 
racy. 
No orders for plants received for less than 25 cents unless 10 cents be added to pay for 
packing. 
I am only twelve miles from Washington, D. C., and have direct connection with all 
railroad lines leading from there. 
When sending your order, if you will send the names of a few of your friends who are 
plant-buyers, I will send you something extra for your trouble. I will send you many 
fine plants extra if you will get your friends’ orders and send them with yours, so that 
all may go by express to you. 
Large Roses for Immediate Effect. I call special attention to the two-year-old 
plants offered, as they are very heavy, fine plants, and the prices are low. I keep them in 
cold houses during winter — entirely dormant, so they are in best condition for immediate 
blooming. They must be sent by express at purchaser’s expense, unless the order be a small 
one, when I will send by mail if 5 cents per plant be added for postage. 
Visitors Always Welcome. I am right at Oakton Station, on the Washington, Arling- 
ton and F'alls Church Electric Road. Cars leave Washington every hour from Pennsylvania 
avenue and Twelfth street; Oakton is a twelve-mile ride. 
I want to make you a customer this year if you are not already growing some of my 
plants. If you arc, then you will still be interested in my attractive offerings. In either case, 
let me hear from you with an order — I will make every effort to merit your further patronage 
by supplying such plants as will produce thoroughly satisfactory results for you. I guar- 
antee my own personal efforts in that direction. Should you desire any information about 
varieties of Roses best suited to your location, or advice as to caring for Roses after plant- 
ing, write to me; I will be glad to help you grow the best Roses possible. 
W. R. GRAY, Oakton, Virginia 
