IL a Gact - 
NATURE IS OUR 
HANDMAIDEN 
There is a happy combination of circumstances 
that helps to make the fine quality perennial 
plant that you are accustomed to receiving 
from the Joseph F. Martin Company. 
The elements of nature saw fit to jumble 
themselves some time in the past, and left a 
peculiar but very advantageous layout of soils 
that were to become the Martin Nursery prop- 
erties. Here, where healthy, vigorous peren- 
nial plants flourish, we have not one, not a 
few, but EIGHT sharply different soil types. 
Those who know Martin plants readily realize 
what this means to the buyer of perennial 
material. You know that the plants which you 
get from this company are developed from the 
first small stage of propagation in the soil 
that suits them exactly. The careful testing 
that is constantly in process here, plus the 
co-operation of nationally known soil authori- 
ties, never fails to find just the right type of 
soil for the superior development of the peren- 
nials that are destined for you. You know, 
too, that perennials started like this are in- 
stilled with a tremendous vigor and terrific 
vitality that will make them transplant and 
grow successfully in almost any habitat you 
give them and with a minimum of care and 
attention. 
SO, WHY ACCEPT LESS AND PAY MORE 
WHEN THE BEST IS WAITING FOR YOU AT 
REASONABLE PRICES? 
PLANT THIS SPRING 
P. S. In our present circumstances as a nation, 
everyone has a big job to do! To do a big job, 
everything must be done in a big way, in order 
that we pursue our course to an ultimately 
successful end. As plantsmen, our work is with 
plants and our part is definitely outlined. As 
your trade source of supply for hardy plants, 
let us do our part by being a big part of your 
effort. We are willing and anxious to work 
with you and sincerely look forward to serving 
you this Spring. 
