Foreword 1934 
A GARDENING catalogue, that is really representative of the choicest and best products in the 
various departments of Horticulture, requires a tremendous effort on the part of those who assist 
in its preparation, for it is apparent that it cannot be the work of one individual. The mere printing 
and illustrating is nothing as compared with the work involved in the preparation of the text. An 
organization such as ours, where each department is managed by a capably trained and efficient execu¬ 
tive, must show continual progress all along the line through its offerings to the gardening public, in 
order to maintain its well-established reputation as a reliable and responsible institution. 
We aim to keep all our departments up to date. We include those items that show merit over older 
but similar types, which are discarded. Whether it be a flower, vegetable, plant or tree, each is given its 
true interpretation in color, size, character and general utility. 
Research in Lilies alone has brought us in contact with some 110 or 115 varieties gathered in the 
distant regions of every continent in the world; these have been carefully classified, described and 
illustrated and are offered to our American friends, in such a comprehensive form, that the merest 
amateur can have lilies in his garden that were previously unheard of. Many of them are listed in this 
catalogue, but complete descriptions are given in our book "Consider the Lilies” devoted to Lilies ex¬ 
clusively (see page 68). 
We invite inquiries from those seeking advice on Horticulture as we have in our establishment 
experts who are well qualified to impart information. It may be possible that there are many articles 
not enumerated in our comprehensive list but as we have extensive sources of supply an inquiry will 
bring the desired information and lowest quotation on high grade stock. 
W. E. MARSHALL & CO. INC. 
SPECIALTIES IN VEGETABLES 
BEAN. The Prince. An extremely long podded English variety, producing a wonderful crop of ten¬ 
der green beans. For exhibition or home garden it cannot be excelled. Vt pint 60c., pint $1.00, 
quart $2.00. 
BEET. Winter Keeper. As the name implies, this is a wonderful variety for winter storage. The 
beets are almost globe shaped with dark red flesh which is sweet and tender at all times. Pkt. 
10c„ oz. 40c., % lb. $1.00, lb. $3.00. 
CORN. Golden Country Gentleman or Golden Cream. A cross between Golden Bantam and Country 
Gentleman with their excellent qualities. It will mature about ten days later than Golden 
Bantam. Ears about the same size as Golden Bantam with a zigzagged golden yellow grain. 
Pint 40c., qt. 70c. 
LETTUCE. Marshall’s Matchless. The sweetest and most delicate flavored variety in existence. It 
is a cross between a head variety and the cos type with leaves resembling a deer tongue. 
When once you have tried this exquisite variety you will grow no other. Pkt. 25c., oz. $1.00. 
SPINACH. Perpetual Summer or Spinach Beet. An entirely distinct variety with green leaves which 
are produced all the summer. It can be cut continually and will quickly grow again. Pkt. 10c., 
oz. 25c., Vi lb. 75c., lb. $2.00. 
TOMATO. Oxheart. A very large main crop pink fruited variety. The shape resembles a heart and 
is very solid, with few seeds and little acid. Pkt. 10c., Vi oz. 40c., oz. 75c. 
THE MARSHALL LABEL 
For many years we have been trying to perfect an inexpensive, practical weatherproof label. 
The above we feel will meet all requirements and will be in great demand. 
It is made of Acetate of Cellulose not celluloid, transparent, legible on both sides, interchange¬ 
able and non-breakable. Each label holder is provided with a weatherproof string to attach to the 
plant or stake. The transparent holder will last indefinitely, while the label inside may be changed 
as frequently as one desires. It is weatherproof, rain, heat or snow will not affect the label inside 
the holder. 
Our popular model is 4 inches long by 1 inch wide with string attached. Per dog, 50c., 100 $3.00, 
1,000 $25.00. Sample on request. 
