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GILL BROS. SEED CO. 
CHEAP SEEDS. 
In no other place does quality count so much as in seeds, and the practice of 
using cheap seeds is poor economy. The desire upon the part of so many farmers for 
price cutting is largely responsible for the immense amount of worthless, cheap seed 
that is being sold throughout the country, and when the average farmer realizes that 
quality is the first and main consideration in seed buying, his demand will force the 
production of better seed all along the line. 
We are not a cheap seed firm and our aim is not and never will be to sell the 
cheapest seed. Good seed means careful selection and years of work in breeding up. 
This cannot be done without added expense. If you would produce the best you must 
plant from thoroughbred stock and, after all, the difference between the cost of good 
and cheap seed does not begin to compare with the difference in the crops. 
At a time like this when labor costs are such a factor in producing a crop, beware 
of poor seed; get only the best, for the best is cheaper now measured by results than 
at any other time in history. 
PLANTING THE SEED. 
We are fully convinced that much failure in seed germination is due to careless 
planting, and those inexperienced in garden work are urged to study the culture di¬ 
rections at the heads of the different vegetable lists. 
The all too common folly of wet plowing has ruined many crops, for the cloddy, 
run-together condition of the soil after such work is disastrous to the growth of any 
plant. Planting too early or in damp, cold ground will never make for success and 
should be avoided. Too deep or too shallow planting is often the cause of poor ger¬ 
mination and the weather conditions should be studied. 
OUR DAHLIAS LEAD. 
Dahlias are one of our leading specialities and we are now the most extensive grow¬ 
ers west of the Mississippi River. We have originated and introduced over thirty 
new varieties of exceptional merit. Our acclimated bulbs will give 100 per cent better 
results than Eastern stock. We wish to extend to all a hearty invitation to visit our 
farm. 
MISTAKES. 
Unfortunately, like all other human beings, we are apt to make mistakes, and if 
an error does occur, we will consider it a favor to be notified at once so that we can 
rectify tire oversight. 
If you have a complaint, tell us first. In the rush of Spring business mistakes may 
happen, but if so, tell us pleasantly about it and be assured of courteous treatment. 
SUBSTITUTION 
In view of the fact that some kinds of seed are short this year we would suggest 
that customers give, as much as possible, their permission for us to substitute the 
nearest variety to the one ordered in case we should be sold out. On items of small 
importance, or during the planting season when time is precious, we may occasionally 
send other sorts if out of the ones ordered, but such substitutions may be returned 
tor credit if unsatisfactory to the purchaser. 
SCHOOL GARDENS 
We wish to encourage the school garden movement and will give a discount on 
orders placed through any public school. 
VEGETABLE SEED SUBJECT TO CHANGE IN EXTREME CASES. 
We expect to be able to maintain the prices quoted in this catalog, but owing to 
constantly changing conditions disturbing replacement values, we must reserve the 
right to make advances on such items as might otherwise be sold at a loss. 
HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS. 
We are always willing to offer any assistance in our power, regarding culture best 
varieties for your soil and market, etc. We will also be glad to consider any sugges¬ 
tion you may wish to make to us regarding our catalog, service, seeds, etc. 
FERTILIZERS. 
We have taken the agency at Portland, Oregon, for the Marine Produtcs Company of 
1 acorria, Wash., and will carry in stock their various lines of high-grade organic Fertiliz¬ 
ers. These products have proven very successful among some of the largest fruit and 
vegetable growers of the Northwest. In these days of high labor costs, fertilizers should 
be more used. When larger crops can be produced without additional labor cost, fer¬ 
tilizers are a splendid investment. Then, too. larger and better grades can be produced, 
which will command better prices. 
