AFTER forty years in the growing and introducing of choice 
nursery stock, we feel that our Catalogues not only sell plants 
but that we offer with them the experience we have acquired in 
these past years. Our recommendations are backed up by the test 
of time. Our staff of highly trained men is capable of covering the 
horticultural field in practically all its branches, and their advice and 
service are constantly at the disposal of our customers. 
In Trees, Shrubs, and Evergreens we have an unrivaled collection. 
In Azaleas we have the best from Europe and Asia, as well as new types 
of our own introduction. In Perennials we have the best of the old and 
the finest of the new, while in Roses we point with pride to our collec¬ 
tion, ranging from those from the days of the Crusaders to the Roses of 
today, being the largest commercial collection in the Western Hemi¬ 
sphere, if not in the world. 
As we were the first to produce two-year-old, field-grown budded 
Roses, we feel a measure of responsibility in what to introduce and 
recommend to the public. For forty years we have gathered together 
the Roses of the world, discarding many, retaining those of value, and 
always adding the best of the newest introductions. There are some 
splendid Roses among these new varieties, of different plant habits, 
with new combinations of color and new scents, but we do not want our 
friends to forget that some of the finest of all Roses are to be found in 
the old varieties which have stayed with us for years. Such Roses as 
the thirty-five-year-old Mme. Leon Pain will produce more flowers of 
better color than many of the newer varieties. We would also like you 
not to forget the old Teas with their delicate fragrance, beautiful form, 
and disease-resisting plants. 
To describe adequately all of our vast collections of species and 
varieties would require volumes, and in this Catalogue we are able, 
due to limitation of space, to offer only a selection from our varied 
branches. Practically all plants that are worth growing we have, and 
we welcome inquiries regarding them, whether old, rare, or new. 
Lambertus C. Bobbink 
Famed for his work with Azaleas—the 
new Azalea Rutberjordiana hybrids are 
his originations—Mr. Bobbink is better 
known as a Rose expert, having over a 
number of years brought together one of 
the world’s largest collections of Roses. 
Since the death of Mr. Atkins several 
years ago, Mr. Bobbink has headed this 
great organization. 
The B & A 
Planting 
D epartment 
We maintain a first-class Plant¬ 
ing Department which is at the 
service of our customers at all 
times, to advise regarding plans 
and plantings for either large or 
small gardens. Make use of the 
facilities available. 
General Planting Instructions for Roses 
PREPARATION 
On reasonably good soil, dig the bed to 2}/^ feet, incorporating 
plenty of rotted cow-manure. If soil is poor, add some good 
topsoil or rotted turf. If drainage is poor, dig bed 3 feet deep, 
remove bottom 6 inches, and replace with large stones and 
cinders. 
PLANTING 
Dig hole wide enough and deep enough to allow roots to spread 
out in their natural position. Plant the Roses with the union of 
root and stem 2 inches below surface of soil. 
FEEDING 
Cow-manure, in the bed and as a winter mulch, should be the 
foundation for all Rose-beds. Failing this, use bonemeal as a 
base. Balanced fertilizers such as Bobbink & Atkins Rose Food 
should be confined to surface applications, and may be used in 
spring and summer, but not later than early August. 
WINTER PROTECTION 
Hill up plants with soil to height of 8 to 10 inches before freez¬ 
ing weather is expected. It is advisable to bring this soil in from 
some other part of the garden, rather than to scrape it from 
around the roots. After ground is well frozen, mulch with cow- 
manure in the hollows, and dig this into the bed in spring. We do not 
advocate the use of leaves or pine branches for winter protection, 
as they often smother the plants and encourage disease. 
DISEASES AND PESTS 
For Black-Spot and Aphis we recommend Tri-ogen, as a safe 
and complete fungicide and insecticide. 
For Japanese Beetle we recommend Smack, a contact spray 
and repellent. 
Full details about both will be found on page 2 of the Ordei 
Sheet. 
PRUNING 
Directions for pruning are given in the heading of each class. 
Detailed instructions will be enclosed with each order. 
BOBBINK & ATKINS • Nurserymen Since 1898 • Butlierforcl, N. tl. 
TELEPHONES: RUthcrford 2-0700-01 -02-03 • PAssaic 2-0403 • Nursery Field Office: SHerwood 2-5190 
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