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HARDY CHRYSANTHEMUMS 
Among all of the late-flowering garden subjects, Chrysanthemums are unquestionably 
favorites; each season they meet with an increasing demand. The majority of kinds are 
reasonably hardy; none are altogether so under all garden conditions. Earliness in 
flowering is the important trait. We confine our list as far as possible to kinds that will 
flower before severe frosts occur, or to those that are of sufficient substance to resist 
ordinary freezes while in flower. All are reasonably hardy unless planted in improperly 
drained soil. 
We grow, each season, several thousand seedling Chrysanthemums from carefully 
selected, cross-bred parents, hoping to secure new kinds that are not only more vigorous, 
but are sufficiently early to make a good display before severe frost occurs. This is 
particularly important for New England varieties. Many promising kinds are now on 
trial, and we cordially invite Chrysanthemum lovers to inspect these seedlings any time 
during the flowering season, which extends from late September until frost. 
CULTURE. A reasonably rich soil, such as would grow good vegetables, will be suitable. Plants 
should be spaced not less than 12 inches apart and planted in groups of three or more; mass effect is more 
pleasing. An occasional but copious watering during dry periods will produce excellent Chrysanthemums. 
WINTER COVERING. Avoid too heavy covering or a covering that packs. Cut the tops back in 
early December, leaving 6-inch stubs. The tops can be used to cover the crowns, adding loose leaves or 
strawy manure. Do not uncover too early in the spring. 
The flowering dates given are the average for the last two seasons and should prove reasonably accurate. 
The NEW KOREAN HYBRIDS respond to same culture as advised above, but being more branchy 
can be spaced 3 to 6 inches wider, and as they retain to some extent the strong stooling habit of the Coreanum 
parent, they can be divided and increased each season. Being hardier, they do not require so much care in 
winter protection. 
Frost-resistance in the flower should not be confused with plant-hardiness. The majority of varieties 
will resist light frosts. Few Chrysanthemums that attain full bloom in October will resist a killing frost, 
particularly if in exposed locations. In stressing the hardiness of these hybrids, we do not wish to imply 
that the flowers are more frost-resistant than the average Chrysanthemum. 
IMPORTANT NOTE. If garden space is at a premium during the summer months, grow your plants 
wherever space is available; then transplant with a good ball of soil to the garden in mid-September and 
water thoroughly. Your Chrysanthemums will flower perfectly without showing any perceptible check. 
Instructions for Ordering 
ORDER AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE. This will save time in the event that correspondence is necessary. 
Invariably certain items sell out rapidly each season. Early ordering will assist us in getting your complete 
order to you at the desired time. 
SUBSTITUTIONS. We do not substitute without permission; consequently, orders are apt to be shipped 
incomplete due to certain varieties selling out during the rush of the season. Your permission to send the 
variety nearest in color may expedite your shipment. If we have your permission, we will supply a variety 
of equal or better value. 
QUANTITIES. Please note that 3 plants or more of one variety may be ordered at the dozen rate; 25 
or more of one variety at the 100 rate. 
SHIPMENTS. Shipments go forward at the purchaser’s expense. We make no charge for boxing, 
packing, or delivering to the carrier. Please refer to Parcel Post charges on the Order Blank and other 
instructions on inside front cover. 
CHARGE ACCOUNTS. Customers who order from time to time throughout the season may find it 
more convenient to establish a charge account. We will be very glad to do this if you will forward satis¬ 
factory credit references. 
C. O. D. If goods are wanted C. O. D., please include 25 per cent of the amount of the order. The 
post office does not permit examination of C. O. D. packages. 
IMPORTANT NOTE.—Please refer to back of Order Blank for table of prices. 
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