INTRODUCTION 
Coughlin Gardens—The hobby of one mar, are offer- 
ing for 1947 what we believe to be outstanding plants. 
and seedlings in Hemerocallis, Oriental Poppies, Dian- 
thus, Iris and Chrysanthemums. The latter is not our 
origination but we are proud to be privileged to offer 
it to the general public. It has a fascinating history 
equalled only by its dusky beauty. 
Located in the picturesque sand dunes region of 
Northern Indiana at Michigan City - the home of the 
International Friendship Gardens, just a few blocks 
from the shores of Lake Michigan, we grow our seed- 
lings in rich sand, well watered and well fertilized and 
all descriptions of plants are based on results of these 
conditions. Few plants will do their best if neglected, 
half-starved and thirsty. 
Spring, while beautiful — comes late to the Dunes 
Country and while there are times we can dig and 
ship in March, it is usually April before conditions 
become settled. 
All seedlings at $10.00 and over are sold on a money 
back guarantee! All orders amounting to $3.00 are 
prepaid. Less than this, unless otherwise stated, please 
add 25c to help cover cost of packing and shipping. 
Send check, money order or draft. Please do not send 
currency. Stamps accepted for small amounts. All 
orders promptly acknowledged. 
In common with other plant breeders we have hun- 
dreds of seedlings of Hemerocallis and Oriental Poppies 
that will never be named nor introduced. Lacking in 
some respect the one quality to be an outstanding 
flower, these are offered to garden lovers who want 
good varities for color and cutting at a nominal price. 
Should you be interested -: please write us. We feel 
sure we can please you. 
We suggest that you visit our garden, if possible, 
during Poppy Time - usually May 20th, to June 20th. 
A few seedling Iris are in bloom at the same time as 
are Azaleas, Daisies, Dianthus and the possibility exists 
that some of the giant white Columbines and green 
back Trumpet Lilies may be in bloom at that time. 
Hemerocallis follow in July and August. 
DIANTHUS — Garden Pink 
Coughlin’s Burgundy Rose—A 1946 introduction. 
Lovely colors—richly zoned. 16” tall, blooms 1%” 
to 1%” in diameter of clear rose-pink, fringed and 
’ zoned velvety maroon-red giving effect of two “eyes” on 
each petal. Very fragrant, free blooming and a good 
cut flower. If you like color and fragrance—try this. 
Each — 50c. Three —- $1.25 prepaid. 
