(More asters on the opposite bgge), 

California Giant Aster, Curled and Interlaced 
iGetifornia Giants, Double 
Curled and Interlaced 
Midseason to late. The largest of the fluffy or 
feathered type of asters. The immense chrysan- 
themum-like blooms, 5 in. or more across, have 
long, gracefully curled and twisted petals, giving 
them a lovely fluffy appearance. They are carried 
on strong stems, 1% to 2 ft. long. Plants branch 
freely and grow 2 to 3 ft. tall. Valuable for cutting. 
992 Crimson ; 995 Purple 
993 Blue 996 Rose 
994 Pink 997 White 
998 Mixed Colors The above and others, 
Any of the above California Giant Double, 
Curled and Interlaced Asters: 
Pkt. 10¢; 4 oz. 45¢; 14 oz. 75¢. 
4130 California Giant Aster 
c Collection 
6 Pkts. —One each of the above six 40 
separate colors (value 60¢) for only ¢ 

Giant Astermums 
Midseason. So named because the blooms resemble 
those of the giant chrysanthemums grown by florists. 
_ Flowers grow about 4 in. across; the petals are long, 
fairly broad and beautifully curled and interlaced; 
stems are long. Plants are strong growing, well- 
branched, and grow about 2 ft. tall. 
} 1081 Lavender W. R. 
° 1082 Rose-Pink W. R. 
1083 Pure White W. R. 
1084 Mixed Colors W. R. You will be delighted 
with this mixture of Giant Astermums in the colors 
described above. 
Any of the above Giant Astermums: 
Pkt. 10¢; 4 oz. 35¢; 14 oz. 60¢. 
4117 Giant Astermum 
Aster Collection 
One packet each of the above 3 separate colors 
wilt resistant Giant Astermums, 20 
3 Pkts. in all (value 30¢), for only.... ¢ 

1071 Peerless Yellow 
Midseason to late. Beautiful, clear light yellow. 
Flowers are large, double, and perfectly round in 
form. Plants are of the branching type and grow 
2 to 3 ft. tall. Pkt. 15¢; \% oz. 40¢. 
1118 Maule’s Choice 
Varieties Mixed 
This mixture contains many types of big double 
asters in all colors; early, midseason, and late 
flowering, Pkt. 10¢; 4 oz. 25¢; 14 oz. 40¢. 


With its many and varied forms, its wide range 
of color, and its real beauty, the aster is deserv- 
edly one of the most popular flowers we have. 
By planting early, midseason and late varieties 
you may have asters from June to frost. W. R. 
means Wilt-Resistant —resistant to the destruc- 
tive wilt disease. We offer all that have been 
bred so far, and will add more as they are de- 
veloped. Asters bloom from three to five months 
after seed is sown, varying with the variety and 
the climate. By starting the seed indoors 6 weeks 
before outdoor planting time, earlier blooms 
may be had. Give your asters rich, well-drained 
soil, plenty of moisture and sunshine, and they 
will repay you. The location of the aster bed 
should be changed every year for best results. 















Pompon or Button 
Charming, rather early blooming type of aster with 
small, round, pompon flowers having a few rows of 
short, broad outer petals and attractive quilled 
center petals. Plants are of upright, somewhat com- 
pact growth, about 15 in. tall, and lend themselves 
admirably to borders, bedding and cutting. 
1066 Mixed Colors The most desirable colors are 
blended in the proper proportion for a grand dis- 
play. 3 Pkt. 15¢; 1% oz. 45¢; 14 oz. 75¢. 
1058 Violet Glory 
Extremely early blooming; first flowers appear in 
about 14 weeks after the seed is sown. They are of a 
rich shade of deep purple-violet, 3 to 314 in. across, 
fully double and so thick as to be almost globular. 
Plants grow 114 ft. tall and are of open, spreading 
habit. Stems are straight, strong and range from 12 
to 15 in. in length. Pkt. 15¢; 4 oz. 45¢. 


American 
Beauty 
American Beauties 
Midseason to Jate. A true American type of aster, 
noted for its vigorous growth, free blooming char- 
acter, and the unusually long stems of the large 
flowers. The plants are of branching habit and grow 
2 to 2% ft. tall. Flowers are globular, fully double, 
with incurved petals, and usually about 4 in. across. 
They are desirable for beds and borders; wonderful 
for cutting. 
1072 Carmine Rose W. R. 
1074 Azure Blue (Dark Lavender) W. R. 
1075 Crimson W. R. 
1018 Deep Rose W. R. 
1076 Purple W. R. 
1077 Shell-Pink W. R. 
1078 White W. R. , 
1079 Mixed Colors W. R. Fine range of beautiful 
colors, including many not listed above. Very showy. 
Any of the above American Beauty Asters: 
Pkt. 10¢; 4 oz. 35¢; 14 oz. 60¢. 
4126 American Beauty 
Wilt Resistant Aster Collection 
Every color offered above is so beautiful and so 
outstanding that many gardeners will want to 
have a display of all seven separate colors listed. 
To encourage their use, we will send one packet 
of each separate color, 7 Pkts. in all 
(value 70¢), for only 

ASTERS 

Mammoth 
Peony Flowered 
Mammoth Peony Flowered 
Late. Glorious flowers, 4 in. or more across, fully 
double, the petals folding gracefully toward the cen- 
ter asin peonies. They are carried on strong stems 
15 to 20 in. long. 21% to 3 ft. tall. 
1040 Azure Fairy Clear azure-blue. 
1042 Peach Blossom Peach-blossom pink. 
1050 Purple Robe Deep purple-blue. 
1051 Rosebud Clear, deep rose. 
1052 Silvery Rose Bright rose, silvery sheen. 
1043 Swansdown Like balls of pure white snow. 
Any of the above Mammoth Peony Flowered Asters: 
Pkt. 10¢; 4% oz. 45¢; 14 oz. 75¢. 
1044 Mixed Colors The above and other colors in 
mixture. Pkt. 10¢; \% oz. 40¢; 14 oz. 70¢. 

5 : 
4122 Mammoth Peony Flowered 
Aster Collection 
One packet each of the above six lovely varie- 
ties, which are very desirable for a late garden 
display or for cutting, 6 Pkts. in alll 
(value "00¢); for onlys. ee eee een ere 40¢ 





Extra Early 
983 Navy Blue 
Honorable Mention in the All-America Selections 
for 1943. A new extra-early, giant flowered aster; 
rather close in form to that of the Giant Crego type. 
The flowers are large, about 4 in. in diameter, with 
long ribbon-like, beautifully curled, twisted, and 
interlaced petals of a rich, luminous, deep velvety 
purple-blue color. Plants grow about 20 in. tall. 
Pkt. 25¢; 4% oz. 70¢; 14 oz. $1.20. 
Giant Crego 
Midseason. Large blooms, 4 to 5 in. across, with 
long, ribbon-like, gracefully curled and twisted 
petals, giving them a chrysanthemum-like appear- 
ance. Flowers are carried on long, strong stems 
which make them ideal for cutting. The plants 
flower for several weeks during midseason. 2 ft. 
1031 Blue W. R. 1036 Pink W. R. 
1034 Crimson W. R. 1047 Violet W. R. 
1035 Rose W. R. 1038 White W. R. 
1039 Mixed Colors W. R. A careful blending of 
the above and other colors; lovely for cutting. 
Any of the above Improved Giant Crego Asters: 
Pkt. 10¢; 4% oz. 30¢; \%4 oz. 50¢. 
4127 Improved Giant Crego 
Wilt Resistant Aster Collection 
6 Pkts.—One each of the above six 
separate colors (value 60¢) for only... 40¢ 

1115 Heart of France W. R. 
Midseason. Deep, rich glowing red unlike any other 
red aster. Flowers are of good size, fully double 
and borne on long, strong stems. Fine for cutting; 
15 to 18 in, tall. Pkt. 15¢; 4% oz. 45¢; 4 oz. 75¢. 
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