IRWIN’S SPECIALTY QD CARNATION CUTTINGS 

TRWIN'S CARNATION INTRODUCTIONS ARE DEPENDABLE 
Mr. Carnation Grower: 
For over 25 years, Carnations have been one of my specialties. In 1934 I introduced ‘Virginia’ 
and had exclusive sale for two years. Virginia immediately took its place as a leader of the light 
pinks and still retains top ranking. Growers tell us year in and year out that it continues to be one 
of the best money makers. 
In 1938 Gardenia Carnation made its debut as the largest white yet introduced. It is one of the 
most attractive of the Exhibition varieties and on account of its unusual fragrance, resembling the 
Gardenia after which it was named, it can easily be substituted for Gardenias when the latter are 
not available. 
In 1939 we introduced Virginia Rose and Mrs. C. B. Johnson. Both were enthusiastically received 
and have been well liked. We are receiving numerous re-orders this season. 
John Briry was first introduced in 1940. It has a 3%" flower, well-formed slightly fringed; is a 
vigorous and healthy producer. Has been well liked in 1940 and we have a large quantity sold for 
the coming season. 
For 1941 we are offering SILVERLYN, a new seedling. The flower is 3-342" well formed and very 
full. Silverlyn is a fine medium pink with silver edges. Those who have seen it in bloom praise it 
highly. 
For 1942 we are offering HELEN HUSSEY, a clear salmon and IVANHOE, garnet with orchid 
edges; for 1942-—-MARY STUART, a beautiful purple with silver edges and ELIZABETH ROWE, a dis- 
tinctive rose pink. Further descriptions on these varieties will be found in the following paragraphs. 
Before recommending new carnations I make sure of their commercial merit and see them grow- 
ing several times. The keeping and shipping qualities of new Carnations are most important. They 
must be free flowering with good stems and clean, healthy growers. 
In addition to specializing in Carnations 
in this country, my export business on Car- 
nations has been built up to considerable 
volume as a result of my recommendation 
of the best varieties introduced in America. 
I give particular attention to foreign orders 
as to special packing, and am familiar with 
regulations and other details regarding ex- 
porting, such as obtaining permits, certifi- 
cates, etc. 
While the European situation is at present 
very unsettled, we are nevertheless export- 
ing a few orders in spite of the difficulties. 
When interested in new varieties write 
me and | will gladly give you my candid 
opinion. 
ROMAN J. IRWIN. 
1939 Seediing Originated by Wm. Sim & Son, No. Berwick, Maine. 
* On November 25 to December 5, when I visited growers in Massa- 
chusetts and Maine, plants were clean and healthy with 20 to 25 
shoots, with 3 to 5 buds; some growers were cutting flowers. JOHN 
BRIRY produces fancy perfect flowers, no seconds, seldom split and 
is a wonderful keeper. 
Mr. C. B. Johnson expects to cut 22 to 25 flowers per plant. Place 
your order now for some—I recommend JOHN BRIRY. Immediate de- 
JOHN BRIRY—Dark Pink livery. Fine clean cuttings assured. $20.00 per 100, $150.00 per 1000. 
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 
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