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CARDINAL (Wentworth, 1941, Exhibition Scarlet) 
Following Wentworth Gardens’ policy 
of introducing an outstanding gladiolus each year, we 
have selected for 1941, Cardinal, the new vibrant scar- 
let. This brilliant color will command the immediate 
attention of everyone who visits your garden. Its full- 
petaled florets borne on a shoulder-high spike cause 
Cardinal to be seen figuratively “for miles around.” 

Cardinal differs from many of the Gladiolus now 
classed as scarlet, in that it is actually a true scarlet. 
The five-inch Exhibition type blooms are informally 
placed on the tapering stem. Foliage is quite green 
rather than the usual blue-green color. The stem from 
ground to spike head is long and gives plenty of 
chance for the correct cutting of a balanced spike. 
Cardinal has been viewed by the many visitors to 
Wentworth Gardens and everyone has been attracted 
by its color and height. In order to make doubly sure 
of the ability and worth of this introduction, stock was 
sent to other growers and test gardens for trial. All 
reports from these tests assure you of a grand treat 
when you see Cardinal in your own garden. 
Tested and shown under, “Seedling No. 5 — Went- 
worth.” See page number I7 for price. 
