November, i 9 2 j 
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Before the Snow 
Flies or the 
Ground Freezes 
Plenty of time to get 
Hicks Big Evergreens 
and shade trees moved 
and set before old Winter 
comes down from the 
Northland. Trees moved 
by the Hicks method in 
November and Decem¬ 
ber never know they 
have been disturbed. 
If you think the 
ground might freeze, put 
a thick layer of hay or 
straw where the trees 
are to stand; then you 
can plant even in mid¬ 
winter. Men and time 
are easier to get now 
than in spring. 
Write us about your 
needs—or come to the 
nursery, select the trees 
and have them sent by 
truck or train. 
Also get a copy of 
“Home Landscapes,’’ 
our latest catalogue fea¬ 
turing Hicks Big Trees 
and Shrubs. Mailed on 
request. 
HICKS 
NURSERIES 
BOX H 
Westbury, L. I., N. Y. 
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Convert Frost to Flowers 
While Jack Frost is making his freeze up pictures on the glass, your flowers 
will be unconcernedly blooming under the glass. 
A greenhouse of your own. besides giving you frostless flowers in abundance, 
has a way of taking kinks out of nerves. 
Asa winter time hobby, what can be more delightful? Attach one of our 
greenhouses directly to your home—have it handy. 
Send for printed matter 
Hiickitvj 
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pany^ 
Home Offices and Factory, ELIZABETH, N* J. 
New York Philadelphia Boston-9 
lOl Park Ave. Empire Building 294 Washington St. 
h ^ Better Bulbs — by Farr 
When spring comes to your garden, her 
paths should be lined with Daffodils and 
Tulips*, with Hyacinths and Crocus. For 
the gardener who wants an extra choice 
(l ” assortment of spring flowers, I recommend 
FARR’S Sunrise Collection No. 2 
FARR’S 25 Narcissi, assorted varieties.$2.75 
Bulb Catalogue 75 Single Early Tulips, afsorted. 2.50 
—a comprehenswe 75 Darwin Tulips, assorted. 2.50 
list ojhulbsjorfall 75 Breeder Tulips, assorted. 2.50 
ij planting—will be 25 Hyacinths, assorted. 3.50 
sent on request. 75 
Any one collection at the price indicated 
Complete Sunrise Collection No. 2 (275 bulbs) for only $12. 
Send your order now—pay' when you receive the bulls. 
BERTRAND H. FARR 
Wyomissing Nurseries Company 
106 Garfield Ave., Wyomissing, Penna. 
*W, F. Purdy, of Connecticut, writes— ^'Duplicate last year's order. Your tulips are ahvaysbeautifid." 
November is the Best Month 
To Plant Deciduous Shrubs and Trees, including our Large 
Fruit Trees of bearing size and Shade Trees for immediate shade. 
A complete line of nursery stock is offered in our catalog, with 
full descriptions and prices. 
Our system of frequent transplanting assures compact root 
systems. Careful pruning results in well-balanced tops. Prompt 
service and attention to every detail show our appreciation of 
your patronage. 
Order Roses Now—Save 20% 
By ordering Roses now you will save about 20% oir the prices. 
We will hold them for spring planting or send them to you the 
last of November, whichever is preferred. The choicest list of 
50 Hybrid Teas, with seven exceptions, is 75c each; $6.50 per 10; 
$60 per 100. Write today for new catalog. 
R OS EDALE \rURSERIE C 
p l*‘Outfitters for the Home Grounds”l( |^^ 
Box H Tarrytoivn, N.Y. 
^*Prices as Low as Consistent ivith Highest Quality 
Protect Your 
Rose Plants 
Obviously, there is no danger where 
there is no frost, but if you must 
anticipate cold weather, let “pre¬ 
paredness” be your rule. Before the 
ground freezes bank up the soil cone- 
shaped, with the apex 6 to lo inches 
high around the stem of each bush. 
Aslies are sometimes used, but we 
know of nothing better than soil. 
In very cold countries, the roses 
may be lifted entirely and buried in 
trenches for the winter, and they will 
come out in fine shape for replanting 
in spring. After you have drawn the 
soil nicely around them, leave them 
alone till the ground is frozen with a 
crust hard enough to bear the weiglit 
of a stone-laden wheelbarrow. By 
this time the moles and mice, or 
other creatures, will have secured 
their winter abodes elsewhere, and 
not be tempted to make nests in the 
protecting material you will next 
apply. 
Now do not smother your roses, or 
they may die. Cover them thor¬ 
oughly, as high up as you attempt to 
protect tliem, but always allow for the 
circulation of air. A 3 to 4 inch blan¬ 
ket of good, heavy stable manure will 
keep out much cold. Over this fill 
up from the bottom of the bed to a 
depth of 10 to 12 inches, with nice, 
dry leaves and put some light material 
on top to keep them snug. A 12 -incli 
fence of poultry-wire staked round 
tile bed will help keep the leaves in 
place, or tlie boughs of fir or pine 
trees, hay, straw, or corn-fodder, or 
other material that will break the 
force of cold, biting winds, will serve 
in place of leaves. Wliere most care¬ 
ful protection is required, boards may 
be arranged, roof-fashion, to turn off 
the rains—this will also protect your 
roses from exposure to direct sun¬ 
shine, when nights are freezing cold, 
and prevent alternate thawing and 
freezing, wliich is dangerous—and, in 
early spring, guard against the pre¬ 
mature excitation of plant-growth 
and tender buds. 
Later we hope to tip you oft' for a 
flying start with your Roses in the 
Spring. 
CONARD 
Robt, Pyle» Pres. 
Box 126, 
West Grove, Pa. 
In our Fall Catalog 
now ready,we’ve a 
selected lotot Roses 
for E'all planting. 
You caneithcr send 
for it—or if you 
like, send us $9.00 
for 10 Roses or 
Si. 00 each for a less 
number and ask us 
to select for you. 
You can pay Ex¬ 
press or Parcel 
Post transportation 
charges on deliv¬ 
ery. 
SiosE^^ Specialists 
' for years 
GROW'=°.^“ ROSES 
Guaranteed to Bloom 
