RED JAPS. Auten Originations 
These varieties far surpass all the red Japs ever sent 
from Japan. They are 100 per cent U. S. A. Most of them 
are very brilliant, practically free from fading. 
Dragon’s Nest. Medium red, typical Jap except that 
many blooms have a large tuft in the center. 
Very brilliant for garden effect, comparable in 
that respect to Nippon Brilliant.¢..0 6... 006%. 2. 1.50 
Dress Parade. Light red Jap, lighter center. One 
of first Japs to bloom, fine vigorous plant....... 1.50 
Dr. Jekyll. Plays a dual role. A late, brilliant dark 
red Jap, with center flushed distinctly lighter. At 
the same time there may be tufts or well built 
semi-double blooms. Plant habit and garden 
effect is extra good making a blaze of color late 
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Goblin. Bright red, center petaloids tipped and 
streaked lighter. Midseason. A free bloomer, 
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Meteor. Rich red, typical center, carpels green, tipped 
white. Medium height, stiff stems............. ats 
Mount Palomar. A very dark red Jap, lustrous; with 
heavy substance, contrasting sharply with the 
usual rich yellow markings of the typical Jap. 
Tall, very stiff stems. Very early for a Jap which 
adds to its desirability. Limited stock......... 15.00 
Nippon Beauty (9.27). Rich deep red, with some 
yellow edges on center petaloids. At the top in 
clarity and refinement of color. Blooms stay 
good in hottest weather. Strong grower, free 
bloomer, stiff stems. No other Jap of its color 
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Nippon Brilliant (9.46). Generally considered the 
finest red Jap. Brilliant red, with some yellow 
markings. Late, on tall stiff stems. Outstanding 
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Nippon Chief. Very rich dark red, large bloom, very 
late, fine plant. An outstanding dark red at a 
lower price, rivaling Nippon Beauty in Quality. 1.50 
Nippon Maid. A rich dark red Jap of distinctive 
form. Red carpels, medium to dwarf stems, late. 
Occasional tufts. Quality at low price......... sf A 
Nippon Parade (8.95). Deep red Jap, bright and 
cheerful, quite distinct. Center flushed lighter. 
Midseason. A free bloomer and strong grower. 
Verysmuch admired. $< as5 afc. LES) NT $ 1.50 
Nippon Splendor (9.06). Dark red Jap, extra fine, 
yellow edges on center petaloids. Midseason. 
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Nippon Warrior. Another distinct red Jap, center 
petaloids tipped yellow. Very bright. Stiff 
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Signal Station. Grow as a specimen plant. Ex- 
tremely late medium red Jap, small to medium 
size, with center flushed to white. Plant habit 
very distinct, a low compact mass of foliage, 
with blooms held stiffly erect above it, often 14 
inches and side blooms on 6 to 12 inch branches. 2.00 
Sword Dance (9.10). Red Jap, medium dark red, very 
brilliant and showy, the yellow in center making 
marked contrast. Completely outclasses the old 
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War Hawk. (formerly Nippon Triumph) A _ very 
outstanding red Jap, a much improved Mikado, 
deserving a high rating. Lighter than Nippon 
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