AND NOVELTIES FOR 1937 
At no time in our history has the garden been joined 
so closely to the American home. Architects and land¬ 
scape men, more and more are planning gardens as an 
extension of the home. Patios, flagged courts, out-door 
barbecues, etc., are featured, and serve to link the house 
with the less formal parts of the garden. An increas- v 
ing interest exists for the finer things in plants and flowers and for 
the novelties which add new zest to the love of gardening. In this 
respect a work of national scope is being done by the “All American” 
committee of the American Seed Trade, in selecting and making 
awards to outstanding novelties each year. The “All American” 
selections for the present season are included in our novelty collec¬ 
tion for 1937. 
Jl&isrBRANCHING LARKSPUR Extra Tall 
GIANT IMPERIAL MIXED 
The Giant Imperial strain of Larkspur is far ahead of all 
other types, both in size of bloom and in the length of the 
flowering spike. The individual florets are very large and 
fully double, with more or less rounded petals; they are 
closely spaced on tall stems, reaching a height of A l / 2 to 5 feet. 
There is a magnificent length of Hollyhock-like flowering spike, 
averaging 24 to 30 inches. The plants are large and bushy, branch¬ 
ing freely from the base. When in full bloom they give a mass of 
color which is a real sensation in any garden, while for cutting they 
rival any. flower grown. The colors are rich and vivid, including 
many delightful shades of pink, rose and salmon, pale blue, purple, 
lavender, rosy scarlet and pure white. 
Per Packet 15c; y 2 Oz. 50c 
ASTER Wilt-Resistant 
AURORA 
Asters of the Aurora type are much in demand by the florist. 
The flowers are fully double, with an attractive crest-like 
center and reach a height of 2 feet. The plants are wilt re¬ 
sistant, and make a fine display through the summer and fall. 
Blue with yellow center; rose with yellow center; Aurora mixed. 
Per Packet 15c; 2 Pkts. for 25c 
ZINNIA Scabiosa Flowered 
NEW TINTS MIXED 
One of the most interesting novelties of recent introduction, 
OMJFORN1A the Scabiosa Flowered Zinnia has gained a firm footing 
W among garden favorites everywhere. These new tints, de¬ 
veloped this season, include many unusual shades entirely 
new to Zinnias. There are autumn shades, old gold and cerise, 
tinged with coppery scarlet. Many flowers are two-toned and all 
blend well, making a surprisingly showy display all summer. 
Per Packet 25c; 5 Packets $1.00 
J6ttr RUFFLED PETUNIA Nona Compacta 
MARTHA WASHINGTON 
The name “Martha Washington” seems peculiarly fitting to 
this charming new petunia, because its color effect is that of 
the old favorite Martha Washington Geranium. The prettily 
frilled petals are the same beautiful blush-pink, and the center 
strongly resembles its dark, wine-purple center. It is a strikingly 
effective contrast. This, coupled with its neat, compact habit, defi¬ 
nitely makes it the most unique novelty in petunias we have seen 
in years. Its growth is about nine inches high, well rounded in form, 
and literally smothered with lovely frilled blooms about three inches 
in diameter. 
Per Packet 25c; 5 Packets $1.00 
GERMAIN'S 
ALL AMERICAN AND CALIFORNIA NOVELTIES 
Featured in Color Section 
The following are offered on pages B, C and D: 
New Calendula—Frilled Beauty . Pkt. 15c 
New Marigold—Sunset Giants Mixed . Pkt. 25c 
New Marigold—Dwarf Royal Scot . Pkt. 25c 
New Scabiosa—Rosette —.-. Pkt. 25c 
New Snapdragon—Rust Proof Super Majestic . Pkt. 25c 
Petunia 
Martha Washington 
Larkspur Giant Imperial 
Zinnia Scabiosa Flowered 
