Not Like Mother’s Pie 
The American people like the pie that mother made, but not 
the pansies that she grew. In fact, they do not want this year, the 
same pansies they had last year, but better ones, different ones, 
and, believe me, they are willing to pay the price. 
Why We Grow Pansy Seed Only? 
Primarily, because I am fond of nature and the great out-of- 
doors. 
Though educated for a profession it seemed to me that I was 
better suited to produce something from the soil. 
It happened years ago that I came into possession of a small 
garden of fruits and flowers, including a tiny bed of pansies 
Having spent my early years on a farm, a little experience was 
mine. 
The little garden thrived but the pansies were the best of all. 
The public believes that all specialists are an asset and he who 
confines himself to an exclusive specialty should be able to render 
the most satisfactory service to all who require his assistance; 
therefore ‘‘Pansies Only’’ is my work, and my many patrons and 
friends surely do keep me busy, and for all this busy-ness, I thank 
them, very, very much. 
Words Fail 
Words fail to express my appreciation to the growers for their 
most generous response to my invitation to ‘“‘send for booklet’’. 
The many complimentary letters I have received make it plain to 
me that they have overestimated its value. Anyway, I am hoping 
this booklet will be an improvement. 
I am also under very many obligations to the trade journals 
for their favorable reviews, and kindly words of appreciation of 
the subject matter thereof. 
Give Me A Lift 
As before, criticisms and suggestions will be welcome, and 
especially any ideas you may offer in the “growing game’”’ of fine 
pansies. 
We must all render to humanity some service of value, and in 
such measure as our station in life requires, otherwise we do not 
achieve success. 
This booklet is offered free to any actual or prospective com- 
mercial grower of pansies, without any obligation, ifs or “strings”’ 
of any kind. 
Just your name and address—send it along. 
That’s all! 
Rey | eo 
