CENTENNIAL 
Gladioli Collection 
50 
Bulbs for 
$1 
19 
You usually pay $2.50 
This is the greatest value ever offered in a 
gladioli bulb collection. Each and every variety 
a show winner, and every bulb full size—backed 
by Sears guarantee. This choice collection was 
selected for us by one of America’s leading 
Gladiolus experts. If you were to buy the bulbs 
separately, one variety alone would cost you as 
much as we ask for the entire collection. It’s 
an amazing bargain! 
This collection consists of 5 each of the 
following varieties: 
Betty Nuthall: A glowing orange pink with 
soft yellow throat. It is a blue ribbon winner 
at all shows. 
Golden Dream: A very fine, deep yellow. 
Mary Pickford: White with yellow throat. 
Mrs. F. C. Peters: A rich rosy lavender with a 
patch of bright crimson on petals. 
Od in: Salmon color with dark blotches. 
Rubini: Deep rose with white throat. 
Early Sunrise: Large salmon red flowers. 
Berty Snow: One of the finest lavenders. 
Spirit of St. Louis: Fine large flowering orange 
saffron. Many flowers open at once. 
Violet Beauty: Tall, large cerise violet, with 
red blotches. 
71 X 3157 
Postpaid . 
Bulbs 
for.. . . 
.19 
Gold Medal Assortment 
Each year we add new varieties 
to this assortment. Some of the 
varieties included in this collec¬ 
tion are worth more per single 
bulb than we ask for the entire 
collection. Planting instructions 
included. Postpaid. 
box 5 3150 24 ?„"!!” 69c 
Surprise Collection 
Similar to our Gold Medal As¬ 
sortment, excepting that bulbs are 
a trifle smaller, but will give splen¬ 
did results. However, the flowers 
will not be quite as large or the 
stems quite as strong in every case 
as those of the larger bulbs. Postpaid. 
71 X 31 51 J/l Bulbs CQ- 
Assortment of.. for... . CJ 7 C- 
SPECIAL BULB OFFER 
53 Bulbs for 98 C 
Often cost $2.00 
An outstanding assortment of 50 Gladioli Bulbs, 
selected by experts from choice varieties. These bulbs 
will average 1 to 1 'A inches in size and will produce 
gorgeous blooms the first summer. Some of the finest 
Primulinus and large-flowering types are included. 
With this collection of Gladioli bulbs we include an 
assortment of three of the very best Canna roots. The 
varieties included are the best obtainable, and the roots 
are plump and healthy. Postpaid. no 
71 X 31 59 —Complete Assortment 53 BulbsYOC 
See 
Guarantee 
on page 
114. 
And Up 
For Six 
Postpaid 
Selected Canna Roots 
SPECIAL ASSORTMENT 
The canna, with its tropical-like foliage 
and gorgeous blooms, is extremely popular 
for bedding purposes. Some of the finest 
Worth 50c varieties are in this assortment. Made 
up of the following colors: Red, yellow, 
orange, crimson, gold or yellow spotted with red. If 
you prefer all one color, state color. Postpaid. A ft 
71 X 3424— P er Dozen.4/C 
FINEST NAMED VARIETIES 
King Humbert: 71 X 3400 —Scarlet red flowers 
with reddish brown foliage. 
Yellow King Humbert: 71 X3401 —Yellow spot¬ 
ted with red. Attractive dark green foliage. 
President: 71 X 3402 —Red blooms, green foliage. 
Your Choice of Above Varieties. Postpaid 
6 E,°r ots 35c 12 f R o°r ot8 55c 
Hungaria: 71 X 3403 —Large pink flowers with 
immense petals. Bluish-green foliage. Postpaid. 
6 ST* 39c 12 ?„r* 59c 
Peony Roots 
— 25C W 3°5c h 
Sears healthy peony 
roots produce gorgeous 
blooms. Our roots have 
three to five eyes, whereas 
many offered elsewhere have only one or two. 
You can have your choice of red, white or pink. 
State color wanted Postpaid. 
f»u 5. x3180 25c 3f R o°r°'.‘....69c 
Caladium (Elephant’s Ear) 
Each 23C W 3°o c th 
Majestic, tropical looking foli¬ 
age plant for outdoors. Suitable 
for bedding and borders. It is a 
favorite for bordering beds of 
cannas and as specimens in 
lawns. Postpaid. 
71 X 3205 'J Roots c;. 
Each... 23c O for .«y»Jv 
Dahlias 
12 for 
Worth $2.00 
Dahlias are the popular fall 
flower. This assortment contains 
12 tubers of from 4 to 6 different 
colors and types. A real valuel 
Postpaid. 
17 71X3425 IQ 
l+Z Tubers for 
Flowering Shrubs 
3 for 85 c 
Nothing in the way of home improvement 
can add to the value of the home as quickly 
and as cheaply as a shrub planting. Select 
an assortment from these choice, hardy 
varieties. All strong, well-rooted plants. 
Shipped from Southern nursery. All shrubs 
are 18 to 24 inches tall. Postpaid. 
Althea: (Rose of Sharon): Red, pink, 
purple or white. State color wanted. 
Blooms from early summer until frost. 
Butterfly Bush: Violet-purple flowers, 
sometimes called Summer Lilac or Bud- 
dleia. Unique, because it attracts many 
butterflies. 
Crepe Myrtle: A typical Southern shrub, reaching to a height of 20 feet 
at maturity. Clusters of gorgeous bloom. Colors: Red, watermelon 
pink, purple or white. State color wanted. 
Flowering Almond: Pink or white double flowers. State color. Branch¬ 
es are heavily laden with rose-like blossoms in early Spring. 
Flowering Pomegranate: Large shrub with waxy, dark green leaves and 
brilliant red flowers. Makes a beautiful border. 
Hardy Hibiscus: Large scarlet flowers. For border or shrub bed. 
Honeysuckle (Bush): Beautiful foliage, fragrant flowers. Early. 
Hardy Salvia: Native of Western Texas—extremely hardy. Red or 
white. State color desired. 
Hydrangea: Large panicles of creamy white which turn to pink. 
Lilac: An old favorite. Deep lavender flowers, fragrantly scented. 
Red Bud: A well-known Texas shrub or small tree. Pink flowers. 
Scarlet Japan Quince (Fire Bush): Mass of scarlet bloom in early 
spring, followed by fragrant fruits. Glossy green foliage. 
Spirea Van Houttei (Bridal Wreath): Like a bank of snow in early 
spring. The most popular of all shrubs. White only. 
Snowball: Flowers are large globes of pure white. Early bloomer. 
Salt Cedar-Tamarix: Graceful feathery foliage, rose colored flowers. 
A rapid grower and will thrive in poor and dry soils. 
Syringa (Mock Orange ): Flowers resemble orange blossoms in fragrance 
and appearance. Attractive foliage. 
Vitex: A tall-growing shrub with showy dark green leaves and delicate 
blue flowers which have a spicy fragrance. 
1 71 X 1525 Tip Any of the above. (> 71 X1526 OCp 
JL shrub for.OIL Postpaid. O shrubs for.. 
Flowering Shrub Collection 
Six of our most popular varieties, consisting of early and late-flowering 
plants—furnishing bloom the entire season. 
71 X 1 544—6 Flowering Shrubs. Postpaid. 
.59 
Shade Trees 
It is difficult to estimate the value of a 
well-placed tree, often called “the noblest of 
Nature’s handiwork.” The home owner’s 
problem is a selection of a few of the best 
types for planting on his own grounds for 
protection and beauty. 
These trees are straight, hardy stock, 
especially selected for lawn, street or large 
areas. 
On account of size of these trees, shipment 
made by Express from nursery near Dallas. 
Not Prepaid. Shipping weight, each, 5 lbs. 
Chinese Elm: 71 XM 1141 — Plant for 
quick shade. 4 to 6 ft. /( 
Each.40C 
Lombardy Poplar: 71 XM 1208 —An old 
favorite. 4 to 6 ft. Each. 6 5c 
Texas Umbrella: 71 XM 1 1 54 — Um¬ 
brella shape. Large, heart-shape leaves. 4 to 6 ft. Each... 79c 
Sycamore: 71 XM 1221 —Afine shade’tree. 5 to 7 ft. Each . 67c 
Weeping Willow: 71 XM 1226 —Excellent tree for damp locations. 
Makes a quick growth. 6 to 8 ft. Each.72c 
Climbing Vines 
Healthy plants of the most popular varieties. 
Hall’s Japanese Honeysuckle: 71 X 1 082— 
Good for embankments, porches or fences. Attrac¬ 
tive yellowish-white blossoms. 
Coral Honeysuckle: 71 X 1081—Also known as 
Scarlet Trumpet. Coral-red, trumpet shape flowers. 
English Ivy: 71 X 1090—Foliage thick, dark 
glossy green. Fine for rock garden, or where grass 
is sparse. A popular Ivy in the South. 
TrumpetVine: 71 X 1 078—For covering arbors, 
etc. Orange-scarlet flowers. A strong, high grower. 
Queen’s Wreath: 71 X 1080 —Fast grower and 
a profuse bloomer. Beautiful coral-rose flowers. 
Boston Ivy: 71 X 1091—Clings firmly to brick, 
stone or cement. Leaves turn red in Fall. 
Wisteria: 71 X 1083—Splendid vine. Long 
clusters of pea-shaped flowers. White or purple. 
State choice. f* 
Any of the above. Postpaid. Each.O# C- 
Purple Clematis: 71 X 1094—Fast-growing climber. 
Large, purple flowers. Postpaid. Each. 
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