SANTA BARBARA 
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GLADIOLUS TRISTIS HYBRIDS 
GLADIOLUS SPECIES 
There are over one hundred species of gladiolus 
the beauty, grace and usefulness of many of which 
have long been overlooked. We are now offering 
a few of these species and will have others as soon 
as sufficient stock can be developed. Of the pres¬ 
ent offerings the culture is the same as for Freesias. 
G. alatus 
Interesting terra-cotta colored flowers with 
green lower segments. Spring blooming on 
stems 6 to 12 inches tall. Called “Little 
Roosters” in S. Africa because of their jaunty 
form. Desirable in rock gardens and pots. 
$7.00 per 50 $1.75 per 12 
G. tristis var. concolor 
Creamy white flowers with pleasant spicy fra¬ 
grance at night or when placed in a darkened 
room. Stems 15 to 18 inches tall. Blooms in 
