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BRISTOL, PA, 
FLOWER SEEDS 
Because of conditions in Europe, from whence many of the finest flower seeds were imported in former years, we 
are listing in our 1943 catalogue only some of the popular varieties that can be raised with outstanding assurance 
on American soil. The seeds on this and the following page are grown for us by the most reliable growers. As 
the originator of the Zinnia in this country, we especially recommend our unsurpassed strain. Flowers have a 

special charm in this war-torn world and have a significance of sanity in surroundings of madness. Enjoy the 
uplift of nature through her beauty. Include a few flowers in your Victory Garden this season. 
ASTERS 
(Callistephus) 
Normal germination, 5-10 days 
Crego’s Giant Branching Comet—This class, 
also known as “Ostrich Plume,” is without doubt 
the most popular variety grown. The flowers have 
long shaggy petals, suggesting a Chrysanthemum, 
and often are curled and interlaced. Blooms mid- 
summer. 2 feet. (Wilt resistant.) 
Early Queen of the Market—The best early 
among the Asters. Habit branching. Flowers 
double and nearly round. Plants 18 inches high 
and very productive. Ten days earlier than any 
other. (Wilt resistant.) 
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Surprise 
GARDEN MIXTURE 
ANNUALS 
NORMAL GERMINATION: 8 TO 10 DAYS 
A COMPLETE GARDEN OF 
26 VARIETIES 
GROWN FROM ONLY ONE 
10c PACKET 
A choice blending of annual flowers, ideal to 
brighten an unsightly corner. May be broad- 
cast, or planted in rows. It is so balanced as 
to give a continuous bloom all season. The 
seeds in the Surprise Garden Mixture are 
also excellent for children’s gardens. 
Surprise GARDEN MIXTURE 
2 VARIETIES 0 PER 
( OF ANNUALS} 7 7 1 C PACKET 

MARIGOLDS 
(Tagetes) 
Normal germination, 5-10 days 
French Dwarf Double Mixed (Monarch Strain) 
Dwarf compact growth with tight double flowers, 
in a large color-range, which includes combinations 
of orange, bronze, yellow and mahogany. 10 inches. 
Better if started indoors. 
Legion of Honor or Dwarf Brownie—About 6 
inches high. Fine for borders or massing. Flowers 
single, brilliant gold with maroon blotching. Is 
quite late, but remains in bloom until frost. Best 
started indoors. 
D Genduth Seed Ce, 
