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R1VERVIEW / GARDENS , ST. PAUL , M/MV. 
The Gladiol us 
In the history of the floral world there have been very few varieties 
or species which have gained the popularity of the Gladiolus within the 
same space of time. Within a few years it has risen from obscurity 
until at the present time it is universally grown and admired by millions. 
The reason for this is apparent. Its great variety of colors, ease of 
culture, immunity from disease, long-keeping qualities as a cut flower 
and the wonderful effects produced by floral artists in making it up 
into design work for all occasions, place the Gladiolus in the front rank 
wherever flowers are used. 
This catalog contains the names and descriptions of over 200 vari¬ 
eties and while all are not new, they are all good and worth growing and 
can be selected to fit any purse, so that all may have a beautiful garden. 
While the utmost care is used in keeping the bulbs true to name, 
if I ever send you a single bulb that is not true to name, just give me a 
chance to rectify the error. There will be no quibbling as my reputa¬ 
tion has been built on the foundation of upright, square, honest and 
courteous treatment. 
In addition to our own productions we have included in the list the 
best and most popular moderate priced varieties now on the market. 
We are pleased to offer you the result of years of effort to produce 
more beautiful flowers. They were produced as a result of our own love 
for beauty and because we hope to give pleasure to those who also love 
beauty. 
Surround your home with beautiful flowers and there, at the close 
of day, you will find in your garden rest and refreshment for your soul; 
in the mornings a renewed inspiration. To your children you will be¬ 
queath a more wholesome attitude toward life and an ability to enjoy 
it. You will attract friends for yourself and help to develop your 
community. 
Sincerely yours, 
A. J. WILKUS. 
