FOREWORD 
We were supposed to be returning to normal times, but at present, early 
March, the world seems to be in an unprecedented condition of con- 
fusion at home and abroad. 
Gardening—growing beautiful flowers offers a respite from your prob- 
lems. So, as I have said before, more time spent in your garden will 
strengthen your morale and give you a more hopeful outlook. 
If you do not have a garden; make one. 

My gardens, during the season of bloom, are my best advertisement 
and I invite all who are interested in flowers to come and see the Iris, 
Peonies and Phlox when in bloom. The local papers will carry 
notices when the various perennials are at their best. The Iris in full 
bloom is a sight you will never forget. 
After the gardens, this catalogue is my only salesman. If you are not 
interested, will you be kind enough to hand it to some neighbor who 
may be. 
My only guarantee is that plants are shipped in good condition and 
are true to name. Any stock proving untrue to name will be replaced 
without further expense to the customer. I assume no other responsi- 
bility for results after the plants have left my care. 
All plants are freshly dug, and nothing is shipped that I have not 
first inspected. Great care is taken to insure that only strong, healthy 
stock is sent out. Charges are prepaid on all orders of $3 or over. 
