J. H. SMALL & SONS 
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CONDITIONS OF SALE 
Because plants are living things, they cannot be handled 
and sold as other merchandise. Our sales practices recognize 
this fact and are explained in considerable detail to avoid 
possible misunderstanding. 
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY 
QUOTATION: The cost of handling plants varies with the 
season and with the condition of the plant at the time the 
estimate is given. Even a few days delay in accepting an 
estimate may make a great difference in costs. All our quota¬ 
tions, therefore, are for acceptance within 10 days. All quota¬ 
tions are based on average plants of our selection. Plants 
chosen especially by customers at our Nurseries will be 
charged for according to their value either more or less than 
the list price. 
WARRANTY: All plants are warranted true to name and des¬ 
cription, to be properly dug and in good condition when they 
leave our hands. For any plant not true to name, a new one 
will be promptly delivered. Stock delivered in good condition 
and according to order is not returnable because it must be 
replanted to preserve its life and because rigorous plant 
quarantines prevent us from bringing plants back to our 
Nurseries from certain zones. 
GUARANTEE: We guarantee that any plant we plant, that 
receives reasonable care will be alive one year after planting. 
In the event of the death of any such plant within the year, 
we will deliver to the purchaser upon request a plant of the 
same kind, as near the same size and value as may be avail¬ 
able in our Nurseries. Planting, if desired, will be charged 
for at cost. This guarantee does not apply to annuals, per¬ 
ennials, dormant roses or plants in tubs or boxes for these 
plants depend for life more upon constant care than skillful 
planting. We guarantee potted roses to bloom the first season. 
TERMS: All accounts are due in 30 days unless a credit ex¬ 
tension is arranged in advance. Garden Clubs, Buying 
Associations or Individuals wishing to buy in quantities (100 
or more of any one variety for deliver at one address) will be 
allowed a discount depending in amount upon the size of the 
order and determined in each case at the time of purchase. 
Failure to pay bill in 30 days or make payments as agreed 
automatically cancels the guarantee and any discount. 
DELIVERY: Prices quoted include delivery to Washington and 
nearby Maryland and Virginia. 
PRICES quoted are subject to prior sale and to change with¬ 
out notice. 
