Foreword .... 
D URING the past few seasons, we have made a careful study 
of almost every variety of carnation in commerce today and 
of all new introductions. As a result of this study, we have pur¬ 
chased thousands of plants and have compiled the accompany¬ 
ing list of thirty-four varieties which we believe to be the very 
best varieties available which are not patented. 
It is not expected that every one of these varieties will do equally 
well with you. You may grow with great success a variety which 
your neighbor can do nothing with. Your market may prefer one 
variety over another, or may reject a certain novelty color for 
which there may be a great demand on another market. Soil 
conditions, climatic conditions and cultural methods will influence 
greatly the results to be obtained. However, every one of these 
thirty-four varieties has proved itself to be of real commercial value 
and has been grown successfully by enough growers to justify 
our offering it to you. 
There is no question but what the carnation has reached a new 
peak in popularity. Neither is there any doubt but what the most 
successful growers are those who have discarded their old, obso¬ 
lete varieties and have purchased the newer, superior and far 
more profitable varieties introduced during the past few years. 
We specialize in growing carnation plants for sale. We believe 
that we offer the largest assortment of fine varieties and colors of 
any firm in the country. Not only do we have the facilities for 
rooting upwards of 500,000 cuttings annually, but we have a force 
of men thoroughly trained in the fine art of properly handling this 
large quantity of stock. Our aim is not simply mass production, 
but quality. Our intention is that every purchaser shall be thor¬ 
oughly satisfied. 
This should mean a great deal to you. Here is a list from 
which you may select almost any variety you may want. You 
may be assured that the stock is carefully selected and properly 
handled by skilled growers. The prices are reasonable. And 
our money-back guarantee protects you and insures your satisfac¬ 
tion. 
