AUTEN PEONIES ARE DIFFERENT 
autenTeonies 
A NEW ERA IN COLOR 
1. CLEAR, UNFADING REDS. 
2. NEW NOVELTY SHADES. 
3. BRILLIANT SPECIES HYBRIDS. 
EDWARD AUTEN, JR. 
PRINCEVILLE, ILLINOIS 
AUTEN ORIGINATIONS have received more official 
awards from the Seedling- Committee of the American 
Peony Society than those of any other grower. The 153 
varieties cover the entire range of color from white to 
darkest red; all types, Single, Japanese, Double; early 
season to late. They are the resul$|of 20 yearsxrf carefully 
planned breeding and selection from many thousands of 
new seedlings, and today constitute the mbst important 
offering to the public in point of real advance in color 
and types. 
For Permanence, Plant Peonies. We send ou^ 
roots, true to name, grown in fresh fertile black prairn 
soil; good 3 to 5 eye divisions fresh dug and properly ci 
insure quick development into fine new clumps. A healthy 
root planted in proper soil and location should last a life¬ 
time. First cost should be last cost. It pays to start with 
the best. Our prices are low, our quality high. 
PRICES REDUCED FOR 1939 
We have made substantial reductions in the price of 
many of the old standard kinds and also of the Auten 
varieties. While a healthy, fresh dug root is of more 
importance than price, we feel that our prices merit your 
order, and we know that our quality roots are the equal 
of any sent out. 
This list cancels all lists prior to July 1, 1939. 
SPECIAL ATTENTION 
Is called to the new Introductions for 1939, both in the 
regular species, and in the Officinalis Hybrids. Also to 
the Seedlings offered under number. These include many 
fine, interesting new types and colors at a low price which 
would surprise you if you were to see them in bloom. 
Please notice also the very full planting and cultural 
directions and keep them for reference. 
TERMS — Cash with order. Prices include delivery in 
U. S. east of Rockies on orders of $2.50 or more. Under 
$2.50 add 25c for postage and packing. Pacific coast orders 
under $10.00 sent express collect. Canadian orders, add 25c 
for postage, large orders sent charges collect. Send import 
permit, and remit in U. S. exchange. Any complaint as to 
condition of roots must be made immediately upon receipt 
of package. We make no warranty as to growth as we do 
not control conditions nor care in our customers gardens. 
SHIPMENT—Beginning Sept. 1, until ground freezes. 
Fall planting is best. 
