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My interest was early given to the development of better hardy climbing 
Roses. In 1892 | obtained the first hybrid with the Rosa Wichuraiana of Japan, FURMAN SMITH 
thus beginning the modern strain of large-flowered hardy climbing Roses. 1026 KENILWORTH AVENUE 
In 1897 | exhibited 14 new varieties at the first show held by the American 
Rose Society in the famous Eden Museé of New York City. These were seen 

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA 
and admired by many rosarians, with the result that many similar hybrids Nitsa Gt: Co., April 28, 1942. 
were made. Deay ores oi 
The continuous inbreeding in the attempt to get larger size and brighter _ Horvath’s “Giant Scarlet Climber Rose Thor’ 
color into the Wichuraiana strain weakened it to the point where most of the is truly a wonderful creation—all you have 
varieties failed in winter hardiness. Naturally there resulted a demand for claimed for it. : 
: : Soa Ny 2 : “Thor” is a healthy, vigorous grower, beau- 
hardier and more sturdy Roses in varieties which would not require pampering tiful foliage, and with me, no mildew or black 
but which, with reasonable care, would live through most winters without loss. spot has ever shown. 
Plant a dozen or more if you have the space. 
Responding to this need, my new Rose originations cover the full range of Voursivery al? 
colors, and many of these new climbing Roses have flowers as large and fine f 
as any existing Hybrid Tea. Further, as Dooryard or Hedge Roses has resulted ZZ, Dt 
a form and shape of plant not hitherto seen. See Mabelle Stearns, page 38. Eon 
These results were accomplished through painstaking and eventually successful 
experiments in the introduction of other species strains not previously used. 
| am working still further to augment these qualities so 
that Roses may be wintered over successfully even in the 
far North. 
It has been arranged to have The Wayside Gardens Com- 
pany introduce and disseminate these new Roses of my 
origination. Several dozens of new creations are under test, 
but only those of decided merit will be marketed. The varie- 
ties offered this year, each one well worth while in itself, 
form, | believe, the beginning of a new and most valuable 
strain of Roses. They will be offered under the designation 
of “‘Horvath’s Setigera and Xanthina Hybrids.” 
Respectfully yours, 
M. H. HORVATH. 


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New Horvath Climbing Rose, Meda 
eo Sieone (U. S. Plant Patent No. 296) 
GIANT DEEP PINK CLIMBER 
ROSA SETIGERA HYBRID by HORVATH 
Color of Flower: Clear, deep rose-pink of same shade as 
Dame Edith Helen. The flowers are huge, fully 5 to 6 inches 
across when fully open. Slow in opening, lasting a long time. 
The flowers, though large, are refined and equal the finest 
Hybrid Tea Rose. Flowers are produced abundantly on spur 
branches both on main stalk and laterals 1 to 2 feet long. 
They are stiff and bear their heavy load without bending. 
Flowers do not droop, having a very stiff neck, and have 
from 50 to 55 petals. The appearance of the plant is one 
of noble ruggedness. Without a doubt the finest pink large- 
flowered climber to date. 
Foliage: The rich, shining, bronzy green leaves are larger 
a than those of the Mahonia or Oregon Grape and are orna- 
mental in themselves. 
Hardiness: Can be successfully grown with protection in 
the colder regions where growing Roses heretofore has not 
been possible or exceedingly difficult. 
Size of Plant: Ultimate height 14 to 15 feet. 
Each $2.00, Doz. $20.00 
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