— Dear Griends; 
For the past year we have been constantly reminded by govern- 
mental agencies, newspaper and magazine articles about the im- 
portance of food in winning the war. 
Seeds will produce this food. Farmers, Market Gardeners, and 
Home Gardeners are increasing their planting of vegetables to insure 
our own supply as well as to produce a surplus that can be used to 
feed our Allies. Seeds will be in greater demand than ever. 
Because of military requirements, you have been unable to pur- 
chase standard articles which you have been selling for years. Why 
not overcome this loss in sales by handling the most popular brand 
of seeds in America? Our extensive advertising campaigns will be 
sure to help you sell the ‘‘ Best Seeds That Grow.’’ 
For the convenience of our Midwest and Western friends we have 
opened a complete new Burpee seed building in Clinton, Iowa. Be 
sure to send your order to the address nearest you, either Phila- 
delphia, Pa., or Clinton, Iowa. 
We anticipate that there will be an unusually heavy demand for 
seed stocks this spring, and we suggest that you cover your require- 
ments promptly. 
Faithfully yours, 
President 
This Book, 
Known as Burpee’s Red List 
is for the exclusive use of Seedsmen and Dealers who sell 
seeds and are therefore entitled to these Special Wholesale 
Prices. As a seedsman or dealer, you know the importance 
of good seeds; you cannot take chances on the quality of 
the seed from which you expect to make your profits. Sell 
Burpee’s Tested Seeds—the Best Seeds That Grow. 
Order Early from the 
Burpee Building Nearest You 
The Burpee Buildings in Philadelphia, Pa., and Clinton, 
Iowa, are especially equipped to properly and quickly fill 
your orders, most of which are shipped the same day they 
are received. If you have not depended upon Burpee for 
your annual supply of seeds, do so this year; a trial order 
will be appreciated. It is our purpose to give you Quick 
Service and the Best Seeds at the lowest possible cost. 
Please remember that transportation of all kinds is slower 
than usual so allow extra time for shipments to reach you. 
Prices Subject to Change 
Without Notice 
All prices in this wholesale catalog are subject to change 
without notice and all goods are offered f.o.b. Philadelphia, 
Pa., or Clinton, Iowa, and subject to prior sale. Due to bad 
weather conditions, seed crops were short last fall and, on 
top of this, there has been a tremendous demand for vege- 
table seeds. We advise that you order your requirements 
early. You cannot sell seeds if you do not have them on 
hand when your customer wants them. 
Special Advertising Offer 
In our retail advertisements, we are making a Special Offer 
of 4 Pkts. of Giant Dahlia Flowered Zinnias—4 Best Colors 
—1 each of Scarlet, Yellow, Lavender and Rose, all 4 pkts. 
for only 10¢. Many dealers have found this Special Collec- 
tion a good business-getter. We would be glad to furnish 
you with such collections (in Kraft Bags) at the same dis- 
count as allowed dealers on our other Flower Seed Collec- 
tions. (See page 3.) 

W. Atlee Burpee Co. 
Seed Growers 
Burpee Buildings 
Hunting Park Ave. at 18th St., Philadelphia, Pa. 
and 615 N. Second St., Clinton, lowa 
Cable Address—‘‘Burpee’”’ Philadelphia 

Copyright, 1942, W. Atlee Burpee Co., Philadelphia, Pa., and Clinton, Iowa 
Printed in U. S. A. 
