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STEWART INTRODUCTIONS 
Estrellita 
(Illustration Opposite Page) 
This variety has for the past several seasons performed perfectly in our 
seedling gardens. Two seasons ago we had a severe drought and our seedling 
book reports on this variety were the very best. Last season was unduly wet 
and cold in the early part, giving many varieties a handicap shortly after their 
planting. These conditions, however, had no effect on Estrellita for it bloomed 
beautifully, again proving that it can withstand the most severe growing conditions. 
Lhe flower possesses unusual vigor, the spike being extremely sturdy yet 
not mammoth in diameter. The flowers are of the large, wide open type, there 
never being less than ten of them open at one time in double row formation. A, 
most outstanding characteristic of this variety is the fact that the flowers are 
connected unusually firm to the spike, being perfectly rigid, and in handling them 
for cut flower purposes one never loses a floret or finds one wilted, or burnt at 
the edges from excessive heat. It is truly an A-1 variety for either exhibition or 
commercial purposes. The spikes are tall, averaging over five feet in height, and 
the flower-heads are of the best, as can be seen from the photograph on the 
opposite page. For those of you who are interested in parentages, Estrellita is a 
cross between Star of Bethlehem and W. H. Phipps. It carries its color from these 
parents as one would expect, being a most pleasing, light, cameo pink, with a 
slight overlay of a deeper tone. The large, white face on this variety adds to 
its attractiveness. Bulbs are always vigorous and healthy, and the bulblets 
germinate readily. You who wish the newest and best in gladiolus, should try 
Estrellita this year. We know you will be delighted with this outstanding variety. 
ESTRELLITA PRICES—Bulbs $15.00 each (Large size only) ; Bulblets $3.00 each. 
Sun God 
This variety is one that will stand out over all others in your garden. Its 
color is that particular shade of clear, brilliant scarlet that is most outstanding. 
To complete the attractiveness of this variety is a very pronounced, rich yellow 
blotch, and an extended, rich yellow feather. The spikes are always extra tall 
and straight, carrying from eighteen to twenty-one buds. The flowers easily 
withstand extreme heat and the variety will hold six or more large blooms open 
at one time. For those of you who especially like richness and vividness of color, 
we highly recommend Sun God. A BOUQUET OF SUN GOD IS A PICTURE 
iA leONESCAN NEV EL ReEORGET. 
SUN GOD PRICES—Bulbs $15.00 each (Large size only); Bulblets $3.00 each. 
Valentine 
(Illustration Front Cover) 
The illustration on the front cover will give you an accurate idea of the 
excellent quality of bloom that may be expected of this variety. Valentine, intro- 
duced in 1938, is all the name implies—a real beauty in a bright, clear scarlet, 
with a large, attractive, white throat. A strong, vigorous grower, Valentine will 
hold eight or more florets open at one time, and each floret perfectly placed on 
an always tall, straight spike. Valentine has been a favorite of all visitors to our 
gladiolus gardens, so BUY VALENTINE THIS YEAR AND SHOW YOUR 
FRIENDS AND VISITORS TO YOUR GARDENS THE ULTIMATE IN 
GLODIOLUS. 
VALENTINE PRICES—Large Bulbs, 1-$1.00; 10-$9.00; (Large size only this 
year, and no bulblets). 
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