1938 GARDEN BOOK 
GREETINGS to our many loyal friends, customers and prospective buyers 1 
It is our great privilege to hand to you, herewith, our 1938 Garden Book in 
which we have endeavored to list and describe nothing but the most practical 
varieties of Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Horticulture, Poultry and Pet Supplies and 
give as much information as possible on the noble work of gardening. We hope 
that you will refer to it often, which will be to our mutual benefit. During 
our many years of operating our whole efforts and time have been unsparingly 
devoted to uphold the reputation which we have established, and we shall ever 
be on the alert to support our motto: “Punctuality, Sterling Quality, Courteous 
Treatment." 
In presenting our 1938 catalog, we wish to have our customers understand 
that due allowance must always be made for weather and soil conditions. This 
applies to maturity dates, germination, and the quality of the crop. We use 
great care to have our seeds pure and reliable, testing them by approved and 
modern methods, nor will we knowingly allow any inferior seed to leave our 
establishment. In spite of this, failures will occur, and we respectfully suggest 
that in the great majority of cases the fault does not lie with the seed, but rather 
with some cause beyond the control of ourselves. Therefore, we wish it clearly 
understood that we sell our seeds under the following non-warranty: 
We give no warranty, expressed or implied, as to description, quality, 
productiveness or any other matter of any seeds, bulbs or plants we 
send out, and we will not be in any way responsible for the crop. If the 
purchaser does not accept the goods on these terms, they are at once 
to be returned. 
PLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING 
We aim to give our customers the best service possible If we make an error, 
tell u* about it and we’ll make it right. If there is any information you want 
in our line of business, write us (if you can't call), and we shall be glad to give 
it careful attention. Our various departments are in charge of experts, who are 
able to answer intelligently almost all inquiries pertaining to horticulture, 
agriculture, poultry and pet stock. Always write inquiries on a sheet separate 
from your order; it means quicker reply. 
The attention of our customers is respectfully called to the following direc¬ 
tions which will, if followed, be an aid to purchasers as well as to ourselves. 
PARCEL POST RATES 
We deliver by PARCEL POST FREE to any Postoffice in the United States 
all cash orders for Flower and Vegetable Seeds in packets, ounces and 34 pounds, 
unless otherwise noted. No seed delivered free unless order is 
accompanied with the cash. For postage on Peas, Beans, Corn, 
Vegetable and Field Seeds in larger quantities and All Merchan¬ 
dise, consult following table. All merchandise other than seeds, 
bulbs and plants up to and including 8 oz. in weight can be sent 
at the rate of lc. an ounce regardless of distance. Over 8 ozs. 
at the Zone Rate. 
NOTE—When estimating postage on goods not included in 
our free delivery, bear in mind that while the packing on one 
pound may only weigh the fraction of a pound, it must be considered as a full 
pound when adding postage. On larger quantities add postage in proportion. 
You may now send parcels 100 Inches, length and girth combined, 
and up to 70 pounds to all zones. 
When larger quantities are wanted we can pack in two or more parcel* if 
necessary, provided money is remitted to cover postage. 
1 and 2 zone—150 miles.8c. 1st lb. 2c. 2d lb. lc. each additional lb. 
3 zone—150 to 300 miles.9c. 1st lb. 2c. 2d lb. 2c. each additional lb. 
For each additional zone add lc. For each additional lb. add 2c. 
All goods sent by parcel post are at purchaser's risk, unless insured. Insur¬ 
ance is 5 cents for 15, 8 cents for $25, 10 cents for $50. This insures delivery 
only, but not damage to package. 
How to Send Money. Remittances may be sent either in the form of a 
Money Order, Bank Check or Draft, or if currency is sent it should be regis¬ 
tered. Postage stamps are satisfactory for small amounts. 
Orders from Unknown Correspondents. We often receive orders from un¬ 
known correspondents without remittances, who request that we forward the 
goods and payment will be sent later. Please do not ask us to do this unless es¬ 
tablished credit has been previously arranged with us, as satisfactory business 
references must always be given by customers wishing to open accounts for credit. 
IMPORTANT. Merchandise to be returned for credit must be returned 
within 5 days in good order free of expense to us. 
Should you want to purchase anything needed in the garden, greenhouse, or 
farm, not listed in this catalogue, we will gladly fill your order at the lowest 
market price, or quote prices if desired. 
Gardeners’ and Farmers’ Situations. We have, at times, the names of 
practical gardeners and farm managers in want of situations. If parties desiring 
such will write us, we shall be glad to put them in communication with men 
whom we deem suitable. We make no charge for this service. 
Keep Your Garden Space Busy All the 
Time, and You Will Be Eating Fresh 
Vegetables All Summer at a Profit. 
PLANT IN SUCCESSION 
MAKE YOUR GARDEN WORK SPRING 
SUMMER AND FALL 
PLANTING CALENDAR 
HIKTR or 
MARCH 
Sow Outdoors 
Sweet Peas 
Plant Indoors Set Out 
Ageratum .May 1 
Antirrhinum (Snap¬ 
dragon) .May 15 
Asters . May 10 
Carnation, Marguerite. .May 1 
Celosia, Cockscomb... .May 1 
Cobaea scandens.May 1 
Heliotrope .May 10 
Hollyhock .May 10 
Lobelia .May 1 
Pansy .May 1 
Petunia.May 1 
Salvia .May 1 
Stocks (Gilliflower) .. .May 15 
Verbena .May 1 
Wallflower .May 1 
APRIL 
Sow Outdoor 
Nasturtiums 
All those listed for March 
may also be planted in April 
and. In addition, the following: 
Sow Indoors Set Out 
Alyssum .May 1 
Calendula .May 1 
Coleus .May 15 
Cosmos, Late.May 1 
Dahlias .May 1 
Delphinium ..’.May 15 
Gourds, Ornamental.. .May 1 
Helianthus Sunflower .. .May 1 
Marigold.May 1 
Mignonette .May 1 
Nicotiana .May 1 
Phlox drummondi.May 1 
Poppy, Iceland.May 15 
Ricinus (Castor-Oil 
Plant).May 10 
Salpiglossis .May 10 
Scabiosa .May 1 
Vinca .May 10 
Zinnia.May 1 
FLOWERS 
MAY 
This 1* the month of outdoor 
sowing and planting. The fol¬ 
lowing list of flowers comprises 
those which may be sown in 
the open, and which will ma¬ 
ture Into perfection before 
frosty weather leti in. 
Sow Outdoors 
(Do not require transplanting) 
Sweet Alyssum 
Calendula 
Calliopsis 
Candytuft 
Centaurea (Bachelor’s Button) 
Chrysanthemum, Annual 
Clarkia elegans 
Cosmos, Early 
Delphinium 
Dianthus (China Pinks) 
Eschscholtzia (California 
Poppy) 
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) 
Godetia 
Ornamental Gourds 
Helianthus cucumerifolius 
(Miniature Sunflower) 
Hunnemannia Tulip Poppy 
Larkspur, Annual 
Lupines, Annual 
Marigold 
Mignonette 
Morning Glory 
Nasturtiums 
Petunia 
Phlox drummondi 
Poppy 
Portulaca 
Salpiglossis 
Scabiosa 
Verbena 
Zinnia and all other annuals 
(Should be transplanted) 
Asters Dahlias 
Balsam Marigold 
Celosia Mignonette 
(Cockscomb) Nicotiana 
Cosmos, Late Ricinus 
JUNE 
This is the month to sow 
perennialf. The varieties listed 
below can easily be grown from 
seed. All of them may be 
sown from June till middle 
of September. 
To Remain Where Sown 
Alyssum saxatile compactum 
Aconltum (Monkshood) 
Aquilegia (Columbine) 
Asters, Hardy 
Coreopsis 
Campanula (Bluebells) 
Candytuft, Sempervirens 
Hibiscus 
Lupines 
Poppies, Iceland 
Poppies, Oriental 
Sweet-william 
Valerian (Garden Heliotrope) 
To Be Transplanted 
Canterbury-belli 
Delphinium 
Digitalis (Foxglove) 
Gaillardia grandiflora 
Hollyhocks 
Pyrethrum 
JULY 
This is the most important 
month for sowing some flower 
seeds. The following biennials, 
If sown In July and transplant¬ 
ed In August or September, will 
flower the following Spring. 
Variety 
Beilis perennls (English 
Daisies) 
Pansies 
Myosotis (Forget-me-not) 
And All Perennials 
BULBS, TUBEROUS ROOTS and POTTED PLANTS 
MAY—Plant Outdoors 
Begonias Caladiums Montbretias Cannas Dahlias Gladiolus Tuberoses 
All potted plants 
SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 
Hyacinths Tulips Narcissus Lilies Jonquils Crocus Peonies 
In fact, all Spring Flowering Bulbs. 
VEGETABLES 
MARCH 
The only vegetables to be 
planted out-of-doors In March. 
All early peas and onion sets. 
There are a number of vege¬ 
table*, however, which may be 
started Indoors or In hotbeds. 
Plant Indoors Set Out 
Artichoke, Globe.June 1 
Cabbage, Early.April 1 
Cauliflower, Early.May 1 
Celery .June 1 
Eggplant .May 15 
Kohlrabi .April 15 
Lettuce .April 15 
Parsley .May 1 
Pepper .May 15 
Tomato .....May 1 
Outdoors 
Peas, Early Smooth 
Onion Sets 
APRIL 
All the seeds mentioned In 
the March table can be started 
in April, and also the follow¬ 
ing: 
MAY 
Plant Outdoors 
Asparagus Seed Watermelon 
Beans, Bush Okra 
Beans, Pole Peas, Late 
Corn, Sugar Pumpkin 
Cucumber Squash 
Muskmelon 
All the seeds mentioned In 
the April table may also be 
sown in May. 
Set out early Cabbage, early 
Cauliflower and Tomato plant* 
started indoors in March and 
April. 
JUNE 
Plant Outdoors 
Beans, Late Bush 
Beans, Late Pole 
Set out Globe Artichokes. 
Brussels Sprouts, late Cabbage. 
Cauliflower, Celery, Eggplant* 
and Peppers which have started 
indoors. 
Plant Swiss Chard, 8ug*» 
Com, Lettuce, late Peas, Rad 
ishes, Beets and Turnips for 
late crops. 
Plant Indoors Set Out 
Beets .May 
Brussels Sprouts.June 
Cabbage, Late.June 
Cauliflower, Late.June 
Plant Outdoors 
Asparagus, 
Roots 
Beets 
Carrots 
Cress 
Kohlrabi 
Lettuce 
Mustard 
Onion Seed 
Onion Sets 
Parsley 
Parsnip 
Peas, Early 
Wrinkled 
Potatoes 
Radish 
Rhubarb, Root 
Swiss Chard 
Squash 
Turnip 
Set out Lettuce started In¬ 
doors In March. 
JULY AND AUGUST 
Plant Outdoors 
Stringless Green Pod Beans 
Stringless Wax Pod Beans 
Rutabaga 
Winter Radishes 
Kale, Turnip 
Spinach 
SEPTEMBER AND 
OCTOBER 
Plant Outdoors 
Cornsalad, Spinach 
Kale, Multiplying Onion 
Plant Under Glass 
Lettuce, Parsley 
Early Radishes 
