New Hardy Carnation 
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The most important forward step in Hardy Carnations 
—the valuable progress resulting from the expert 
effort of experienced Hardy Carnation enthusiasts. 
It produces uncommonly large, solidly double, vividly 
scarlet flowers on sturdy stems 12 to 14 inches in 
length. There is the closest resemblance to quality 
greenhouse grown Carnations that you can imagine. 
An outstanding feature is that the 2%” pot plants 
set out in proper season bear the first attractive 
flowers within five to six weeks. Within a short time 
the entire plant is covered with glowing scarlet flowers 
suited perfectly to floral work in all arrangements 
where Carnations are used. Beyond this it is one of 
Ht L Tr D) " I] It the showiest plants in the hardy garden. The plants 
are exceptionally hardy here in the Great Lakes 
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region; the winters do not seem to set them back; they 
continue the production of heavy crops of flowers for 
many years. This is among our foremost recommen- 
dations for your perennial planting this spring. 
21%" Pots, Per 10, $2.50; Per 100, $20.00 

Carnation Scarlet King 
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OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE 
THIS DEFINITE ASSURANCE 
All plants produced and made ready for sale by the Joseph F. Martin Company, whether field grown or out 
of pots, are without a single exception, finely developed, heavy material, that will give maximum results in the 
first season after planting. 
The fact that many items are offered both out of pots and field grown, and some only out of pots or field 
grown, may be confusing. There is good reason in every instance, and this is borne out by many years of 
experience in the preparation of perennial plants for our critical customers. 
In ALL CASES the best plant for shipping and transplanting is the one that is listed. Where either pot 
plants or field grown will give good success, both are listed. This is part of the carefully weighed reasoning 
behind each item in this book. 
