Michigan Grown Gladiolus Bulbs 
FORCING—OUTSIDE PLANTING—COUNTER SALES OR MAIL ORDER TRADE 
You will be assured of quality bulbs, grown specially for the wholesale trade from young, vigorous stock; 
high-crowned, true-to-name, up-to-grade, clean, healthy and thrips-free. 
We have marked on this list such varieties as are recommended for forcing. It is our suggestion that you use 
only first size bulbs for this purpose. For best results plant after January 15th. 
For planting in cold frames either first or second size bulbs should be used. Many successful florists use third 
size bulbs for main crop outside, with second size bulbs for extra early or extra late. 
To those not familiar with the varieties of this list, we recommend our Collections A, B, C, D, or E, which 
we feature at an introductory offer to new customers. , ^ , 
If you desire bulbs for counter trade, we can furnish colored illustrations of nearly all varieties. TMse are 
furnished only with an order for bulbs, at a special price of 10c each. 
Delivery can be made any time from December 1st to May 15th. Prices are subject to change. If in need’ 
of large quantities, send us your list for special quotation, thereby giving you the advantage of any §jirplus 
which we may have. 
Terms and Conditions of Sale 
Prices are f. o. b. Benton Harbor, Michigan. 
3% discount for cash with order. 
2% ten days to customers of established credit; net thirty days. 
No charge for containers. 
Shipment will be made by express unless instructed to the contrary. 
If delivery by parcel post is desired, include sufficient amount for postage with your remittance. Excess 
postage will be refunded. 
This price list cancels all previous lists and quotations. 
We guarantee our bulbs to be true-to-name, and cheerfully replace or refund for any that prove otherwise. 
If bulbs are not satisfactory when received, return same at once and your money will be promptly refunded. 
Owing to conditions beyond our control, we cannot be in any way responsible for the crops. 
Packaged Gladiolus Bulbs for 
Counter Trade 
We put up an attractively illustrated box in four colors, with planting directions, etc., 
containing one each of a dozen distinct choice varieties of Gladiolus bulbs. 
Every box has full directions for planting—making it ideal for even the casual gar¬ 
dener. Our suggestion is that you concentrate on the package item—it makes less dirt, 
occupies less sales time and counter space, and brings in the lion’s share of business. 
First size Second size 
Quantity: (IVi" dia.) (1 W'-l'/j" dia.) 
500 boxes or over . 16c each 12c each 
250 boxes or over . 17c each 13c each 
100 boxes or over . 18c each 14c each 
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GLADIOLUS 
DAHLIAS 
HARDY LILIES 
PERENNIALS 
A. M. GROOTENDORST 
BENTON HARBOR * MICHIGAN 
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Benton Harbor, Michigan 
Permit No. 1 
Chas. E* Gersdor ff, 
3.825 H. Capitol St., 
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Dahlias 
Large Flowering Varieties 25 at 100 rate, 6 at dozen rate. 
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Avalon. (Dec.) Yellow Jersey’s Beauty. 
Blue Jersey. (Dec.) A true sport of Jersey’s Beauty. Color is 
orchid-lavender . 
Darlene. (Dec.) Shell-pink, blended white at center. 
Dreer’s White. (Show.) Good pure white. 
Elinor Vanderveer. (Dec.) Satiny rose-pink. 
Francis La Rocco. (Dec.) Yellow. 
Gallant Fox. (Dec.) Luminous dark red. Distinct and desirable 
Jane Cowl. (Dec.) Bronzy buff and old gold. 
Jean Kerr. (Dec.) Medium sized white. Fine for floral work . 
Jersey’s Beacon. (Dec.) Scarlet and buff. 
Jersey’s Beauty. (Dec.) Real rose-pink. 
Judge A. B. Parker. (Dec.) Deep buff, exhibition variety- 
Kemp’s White Wonder. (Dec.) Pure white, large flower, perfect 
form . 
Kentucky. (Dec.) Salmon Jersey’s Beauty . 
Maude Adams. (Show.) White, tipped pink. 
Mrs. Carl Salbach. (Dec.) Solferino-pink. 
Mrs. Hartong. (Show.) Soft bronzy buff. 
Mrs. I. de Ver Warner. (Dec.) Orchid-pink; large. 
Nathan Hale. (Dec.) Rich autumn bronze. 
Pride of California. (Dec.) Vivid red; long stem. 
Sagamore. (Dec.) Apricot-buff. 
Doz. 
100 
$1.40 
$10.00 
1.50 
10.00 
.75 
5.00 
1.40 
10.00 
1.20 
8.00 
1.40 
10.00 
1.50 
10.00 
1.40 
10.00 
1.20 
8.00 
1.40 
10.00 
1.20 
8.00 
.75 
5.00 
2.20 
15.00 
1.40 
10.00 
1.20 
8.00 
.75 
5.00 
.75 
5.00 
.75 
5.00 
1.20 
8.00 
.90 
6.00 
1.50 
10.00 
Doz. 100 
Thomas A. Edison. (Dec.) Magnificent, rich royal purple ...$1.80 $12.00 
White King. (Dec.) Leading commercial pure white. 1.50 10.00 
White Wonder (Kemp’s). (Dec.) Pure white, large flower, 
perfect form . 2.20 15.00 
Vivian. (Show.) White, heavily tipped violet; early.75 5.00 
Mixed Colors and Types .60 4.00 
Pompon Varieties 
Arthur Kerley. Bright red. 1-80 12.00 
Belle of Springfield. Light red. 1.80 12.00 
Bronze Beauty. Bright buff, deepening to rich bronze. 1.50 
Catherine. Pure rich yellow. Good cut flower. 1.80 12.00 
Darksome. Deep maroon. .. 1.80 12.00 
Edith Mueller. A suffusion of gold and orange-red. 1.80 
Gertrude. Good crimson-red. 1-80 
Indian Chief. Wine-red with white tips. 1-50 
Joe Fette. Pure white. 1-80 
Little David. Russet-orange. 1 -80 
Rosa Wilmouth. Rose-pink. 1.80 12.00 
SPECIAL COLLECTION 
One dozen each of 6 varieties of Pompon Dahlias of our selection—72 plants 
in all—labeled and separately packed, for only #6.00 
