GUIDEBOOK FOR 1942 
CALIFORNIA (Salbach) 95 ***—ft Exh. 
Patented. A real giant. Color somewhat 
similar to F. J. McCoy but better and 
twice as large. Pure geranium pink with 
a blotch of begonia rose but slightly deeper, 
result close to self color. 42 inches tall, 
long flower head, good substance. Rapid 
propagator. Florets round, slightly ruffled, 
up to 734 inches as shown and measured 
by the judges, E. Bay, ’38 where it was the 
winning seedling and won the American 
Home Achievement Medal. Patent re- 
strictions are same as specified in descrip- 
tion of Golden Goddess. E. Bay and 
Utah, ’40. Two of our customers col- 
lected firsts at Ohio and SW Va., ’41. 
See patent collection prices at end of 
variety list. L only, each .50 (3-1.25) 
(6-2.25) (12-4.50) Net prices. 
FRANK J. McCOY 105 **—7ftif{ Exh. 
Immense, tall, strong spike of pure pink. 
Surely, we put this variety on the map. 
Way back in ’31 when we registered the 
first win for it at the largest gladiolus show 
in history (over 7000 entries), A.G.S. at 
Cleveland. Our customers (and we) have 
been winning with it ever since. 51% inch 
florets, 12-15 open, 50-60 inch cut spikes 
carrying 22-24 buds. Nearly all of the 
grand champion spikes attributed to this 
variety in our page of records ahead were 
produced from our bulbs. Beside blue 
ribbons it is frequently section champion 
or wins for most open as at Ohio (14 
open) and grand champ at IIl. with 14 
open, ’40, and most open at both Ohio 
shows, '41. L .06 (100, 4.00). 
FROSTPINK ornatus 72 —j{ Dec. A 
Champion first time shown. Soft, medium 
values of pink, modulating into general 
effect of ‘‘Frostpink’’ (Textile Color Card 
Ass'n. of U. S.). No other markings. In- 
tensely ruffled. Superb cut flower traits. 
4 inch florets, 5-7 open, 15-18 buds. 
Florets open slowly making a _ most 
lasting spike. The decorative color, 
including that of the buds, form, place- 
ment and ruffling combines to make a 
most usable spike. A frequent winner 
for most ruffled floret and in arrangements. 
Price now justifies quantity planting in 
assorted sizes for maximum usefulness. 
L .08 M .05 S .03 Blts (100, .50). 
“Frostpink is really one of the most beautiful glads on 
the market. I used it to the limit in hybridization.’ 1-29-’38. 
W. C. K., Oconomowoc, Wis. 
“On previous experience I anticipated overly generous 
counts and a great number of samples of new varieties, nor 
was I dissapointed. And I really did not expect you to send 
any of that expensive variety when I suggested it in my list! 
4-9-40. H. T., Columbus, Ohio. 
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STELLA ANTISDALE 
Sterling Silver Seedling Trophy 
MARGUERITE (Pommert) 90 ***+ 7} Exh. 
Clear, watermelon pink with creamy 
yellow throat which is marked by a bit 
of feathering. While it does not hold many 
open, yet the florets are so massive and 
the flowerheads so stretchy that it is well 
worth growing. Makes 5 ft. spikes, 7 inch 
florets, 34 inch flowerheads. Strong and 
healthy. Was Grand Champ., Wash., ’39 
and collected 8 firsts in ’41. L .45 M .30 
Blts (10, .50). 
“Just received the bulbs in good condition. Of course, 
I knew you would slip in some good extras, but not to the extent 
of more than double value of the order. I deeply appreciate 
your liberality and fine selections.’’ 3-25-40. P. L. S., 
Melrose, Mass. 
“The quality and size of the bulbs just received were even 
better than your guidebook had led me to expect and as for 
quantity, you sent me by actual count $2.60 in bulbs for ever 
dollar I had sent you. It has been a pleasure to deal wit 
you and I thank you sincerely.’ 3-14-40. R. A. L., Win- 
ston-Salem, N. C. 

Bulbs priced per each. 12 sold at 10 rate. 6 at 5 rate. 25 at 100 rate. 
Blts any amount at rate offered. Delivered Prepaid in U. S. 
