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MARYLAND 
CARROLL GARDENS «xz: 
THE WORLD'S FINEST VARIETIES 
Peonies are long-lived plants that do not require transplanting unless they show — not to place them too deep, for deep planting may keep them from blooming 
signs of deterioration. For that reason it is worth-while to be particular about The eyes should be only 2 inches below the soil surface AB ae 1x preg 
the place where they are to be planted. Choose a sunny location that gets good spray will control diseases that occasionally attack Peonies Ordeat 



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drainage. Dig deep, and use some well-rotted cow manure or a commercial 
fertilizer to enrich the soil. Bone-meal is also recommended 
Ihe list of varieties olfered here is the very finest in their class, and in the double 
4 : : : flowered group only the highest rated varieties are offered, The plants offered are 
The best months for setting out Peonies are September and October, Be careful strong ! eye healthy plants, and should give excellent renulege Bo 
DOUBLE PEONIES SINGLE OR ANEMONE FLOWERED PEONIES 
These are the large double flowered Peonies of our gardens that everybody knows and loves These exquisite single peonies are very graceful and excellent in the 
Only top-notch varieties are offered. The blooming period is May and June of flowers and their stiff eful stems they stand up better than the Double Peonies. With 
2 their brilliant colors anc les they are unsurpassed for the perennial be oubies 
EXPLANATION to Numbers and Letters Immediately Following the Variety Name among shrubbery. They are of easy culture and bloom abut’ he uae eae ane frony of and 
ber means the rating tabulated from the votes of the members of the American Peony Ay iverage height is bwo to three feet ne as Doub 
ughout Aw anand Canada AMA-NO-SODE, Delicate rose pink, broad center of pink gold edged stame Beautiful large 
highest possible score, None under eight are offered flower. $2.00 each, 3 for $5.25 noids, Beal 
EVA. Bright lilac crimson, golden center, very lively color. Late 
FUYAJO. Mahogany tipped light bronze 00 each, 3 for $5.25 
GEISHA. Clear bright red, large, late, $2.50 each, 3 for $6.50 
HANI-GIDUE. Puro white with golden center, like large white poppy. $4.00 each, 3 for $10.50 
AMERICAN BEAUTY. Decp rose red, very large and distinet, $2.50 cach, 3 for $6.50 JEANNE LEPANDRY. Pure white, flat or ntér, $2.50 each, 3 for $6.50. 0 j 
ALICE HARDING 9.4 (M), Opening blush turning to white, very pretty. Probably the largest EE ere. salmon pink, two rows of petals, pure golden center, large flowers. $L.25 each 
flowering peony 50 each, 3 for $6.50 i 3 for $3.25 Ps 
, i KING OF ENGLAND. Deep carmine. $1.25 each, 3 for $3.25 
ARGENTINA 8.8 (L). Pure white, broad round petals, very large. One of the finest whites. $2.25 L/ETINCELANTE. | arrainie WiUnt atl Wecyniaretalpold bantae sy 
each, 3 for $6 MIKADO. Deep crimson, staminoids dark rose red with golden edges, leat (pores 
BARONESS SCHROEDER 9.0 (M). Blush turning to purest white. Mragrant. $1.10 each, 3 for 3 for $3.25 ge lowers. 2 
$3.00. MR. G. F. HEMERIK. Bright pink, two rows of petals, large center of cream 
KING 8.9 (Very Late). Very fine dee Remo and flower. $4:e0reee each, 3 for $5.25 l 
Sica ( y e). Very fine deep pink, Large round flowers, $4.50 each, 3 for ROSY DAWN. Beautiful single white; yellow center, large flowers. $2.00 
eae : ; SURUGU. Pure red, thick yellow staminoids, cup-shaped flowers. $1.25 ; 
CORNELIA SHAYLOR 9.1 (L). Shell pink. Fine shaped flower, outstanding. $2.50 cach, 3 for TOMATE-BOKU. Lively china pink. golden center. $1.30 tach, for stay, 3 fee 882 
$6.50. : : THE PEARL, Bright pink center of Staminoids. Cream red-edged, very lace flowers. $2.00 each 
CHERRY HILL 8.6 (E). Dark crimson, showing yellow stamens. Very attractive. $1.25 each, 3 for $5.25 ge flowers. $2 
3 for $3.- 




earden. Due to their lightness 









Indicates e: $1.25 each, 3 for $3.25 
liest flowering varieties (M) mid-season 
(B-M) early t 
rid-season. (M-1L) mid-season to late 
(L) latest blooming varieties 








25 each, 3 for $3.25 


25 each 

taminoids, $2.00 



each, 3 for 3 

DOUBLE PEONY—PHILLIPPE RIVOIRE 
DOUBLE PEONY—WALTER FAXON 

BEARDED IRIS VARIETIES 
AMIGO. 3 ft. A striking contrast with clear light lavender standards effec 

CLAUDE TAIN. Pure white, large round flower, Beautiful. $2.00 each, 3 for MONS. JULES ELIE 9,2 (E). Immense flower. Fine pink. One of the finest 
TREE OR BUSH PEONIES 

$5.25. ‘ ees ; Meas 
ee DORE nOUra et Ei crac ouiie sesies's aie te eran cutting $1.25 each, 3 for $3.25, $11 B0 per doz Sc eee foiled by the deep purple velvet, trimly edged falls. Warm and unassum 
5 - Cred rite, very free flowering. $1.10 »~ MARTIN CAHUZAC 8.8 (E-M). Dark maroon rev re darkest Chis famous group is the shrub type and the stems do not die to the ground — tare color gem that should be in every gard striking contrast reminds 



3 for $. 
of deepest midnight blue overlain with a 
s, ideal for foreground plantings. 50c each, 
each, 3 for $3.00. Peony. $2.25 each, 3 for $6.00 
E. C. SHAW 9.1 (M-L). Light old-rose, very fragrant. $2.00 each MYRTLE GENTRY 9.1 (M-L). Rosy-white, suffused salmon. Rose scented 
ELLEN CHRISTIANSON 8.8 (M). Deep pink, large flower of beautiful form $3.50 each, 3 for $9.50 
$2.50 each, 3 for $6.50. SHICEIERE RIVOIRE 9.2 (E). B 
FESTIVA MAXIMA 9.3 (E). Fine double white il apa te AL ES SNE EET at 
of the best whites for cutting. $1.00 each, 3 for ERIMEVERE 8.6 (M). Light creamy-yellow. $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00, 
FELIX CROUSE 8.4 (M). Brilliant red. Free bloomer. One of the best reds ga HARD CARVEL 8.8 (M), Brilliant crimson, $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00, — 
for cutting. $1.10 each, 3 for $3.00 RAH BERNHARDT 9.0 (L). Deep rose-pink, silver tipped, fragrant, free 
bloomer, fine late cut flower each, 3 for $3.25 per doy 
FRANCIS WILLARD 9.1 (M-L). Pale pink, changing to white. $1.50 each, SOLANGE 9.7 (L). Brownist x amuseal ¢ 
. + Brownish ¢ ie 
one of a rich silken pansy. $1 
BLACK WINGS. A popular Ir 
frosty black sheen. Rich and lustrc 
3 for , 6 for 
chal a hal: 3 ne a sot coloring—bulf fawn vith a brilliant tangerine 
a rah card. Pronounced flaring blooms carrying in the garden as shrimp to 
ARCHIDUE LUDOVICA, Large flesh-pink, turning to soft lilac. $5.00 each. Huff with prominent red-orange beard. $1.00 each, 3 for $2.50, 6 peen 
CALIFORNIA GOLD. One of the first big yellows. Large Flower, prolific 
ARGOSY. Single pure yellow. $11.50 each 
ATHLETE. Glazed mauve shaded rose. $5.50 each grower and a deep yellow with a hint of brass. 50c each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for 
$2.25 
FLORA. Pure transparent white, slightly blotched violet, carmine at throat CHEERIO. 314 ft 
$12.50 cach 

each year as the herbaceous Peonies do, and in the course of many yee 
will reach the height of three to four feet. Most ally 
spring, late April to end of May, depending on the loc 
culture and grow anywhere other Peonies will. It is best, 
are planted where they are sheltered from sweeping winds 







Bright deep crimson. Very fine formed flower 


with few crimson flecks. One 
75, $9.50 per doz 








lor and very fine formed bicolor of 
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One of the bulwarks of the red color section 


3 for $4.00. flower, Don’t miss r ; 
. . r: it, $2.00 each, 3 fc 9.29 great | 1 spl 1 s deserv: “ salled ** 
GEORGIANA SHAYLOR 8.9 (M-L). Light rose-pink crimson marks. $1.25 SOUVENIR DE LOUIS BIGOT 9.1 (M). Vivid rose-pink, brightening to JULES PIRLOT. Satiny pink, flushed carmine, $6.00 each Rarovaitha: parlentncue 6 for $2 deservedly been called “a 

LA LORRAINE. |. 
tinge when opening. $8.50 each. 
SATIN ROUGE. Double blood-orange. Altogether new color in peonies, $12.50 
cach 
YASO-NO-MINE. Pure white, semi-double. $35.00 each 


« double flowers of soft sulphur yellow with a salmon CHINA MAID. 3 ft. Soft mallow pink enhanced b “an intriguing blending 
of golden buff at the haft and edges of the petals, $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75, 
6 for $5.00 
each, 3 for $3.25. shell-pink in center, Very fine, $1.50 each, 3 for $4.00 
GLORIOUS (Kelway Glorious) 9.8 (M). White with creamy sulfusion, rose- THERESE 9.8 (E-M). Vo,y large, pale, translucent, old rose pink, paling 
like fragrance. Exceptionally fine white variety. $2.50 e 3 for $6.50. towards the base. $2.00 ench, 3 for 
HANSINA BRAND 9.0 (L). sh pink, with salmon reflex. Very TOURANGELLE 9.4 (L), Pale apple blossom-pink Beautiful. $1.25 each 
large flower. $4.50 each, 3 for $ 3 for $3.25. ; ' 
INSPECTOR LAVERGNE 8.7 (E) WALTER FAXON 9.3 (M). Vivid shell pink of luminous intensity. $2.00 
shape of flowers like Jules Elie. $ each, 3 for $5.25, 
JEANNOT 9.2 (L). Light lavender pink, very sweet rose scented, $1.50 each 
3 for $4.00. 
KARL ROSENFIELD 8.8 (M). Bright crimson. Free bloomer. One of the best 
deep reds for cutting. $1.10 each, 3 for $3.00, $11.00 per doz 
LADY ALEXANDRE DUFF 9.1 (E-M). Light pink, yellow center. Round 
flower shaped like a water lily. $1.25 each, 3 for $3.25, $12.00 doz 
LE CYGNE 9.9 (E). Finest pure white. Highest rated Peony. $2 
36.50 
LA LORRAINE 8.6 (M). Creamy white, tinted pink. $1.50 each, 3 for $41.00 
MARIE CROUSSE 8.9 (M). Pal 
MARTHA BULLOCK 9.1 (L 
3 for $6.00. 
MRS. EDWARD HARDING 9.3 (M). Pure white, golden stamens. $1.25 each, 
3 for $3 



-» Beautiful deep glancing red. Very fine 
each, 3 for § 


size 
$1.00 each, 3 for $2 » 6 for $5.00. 
COPPER LUSTRE. ft. Instantly distinguishable from other [ris is this 
odd and beautiful copper-toned Iris the whole overlain with a golden 
e. A much liked Tris t use of its unusual color. 75¢ each, 3 for $2.00, 
6 for $3.50 


BEARDED IRIS 
(Also Known as German Iris) 
Hea Sheselerosthe best denon tele in cul ive Hon Eee eve rata GARDEN MAGIC. 3 ft. One of the top flight reds. Flowers of smooth, velyety- 
vantubtha pest Loco be 5 aan k f heentnonetia eorarth toned vivid red on medium tall stems. Rich color, good substance, good form 
1e past several years so much work has been don amet "8S 'The flowers are full formed with hafts solidly colored red and more gloss 
group that we have varieties now that make it hard for us to believe our eyes velvety falls handsomely contrasted by the rich beard. Not a mowertit 
when we see the ntic blooms with many clear, beautiful colors and shades takes about two years to give its best performance. $1.25 each, 3 for $3.25 
of breath-taking auly 6 for $6.00 : 
These Iris are of easy culture doing well in practically any kind of soil. They GOLDEN MAJESTY. 3 ft. One of the very fine golden yellows, it is glistening 
are often naturalized in banks and along roadsides, and are excellent for making — smooth and does not fade. Of ¢! ng gold the good sized blooms with splendid 
a brilliant show when planted in small or large groups in the perennial border dome form are majestic and classic looking. One of the yery finest Iris of its 
or in front of and among shrubbery. It best to di color in its pri class. $1.00 each, $ 
second or third year. This should be done between the GOLDEN TREASURE. 5 [' 











pink, shaded salmon. $1.25 each, 3 for $3.25 













« Very large, bright old rose-pink. $2.25 each, 


» of July to Iris with an out- 

. : : idle of September, We strongly recommend that all the leaves be cleared — pouring of rich golden oran ntral porti { the flower. A 
DA E T 9. -L). Lig! alesce: $1.25 eac mic er r e strongly iat & f 4 4 is orang ral portion of the flower. An 
MADAM JULES DESSERT 9.4 (M-L). Light opalescent pink. $1.25 each, off in the fall of the year and burned, By doing this you will destroy the bore Iris of elusive charm, its lovel to lie principally in its shimmering 

3 for $3.25. 
MISS ECKERT 8.8 (L). Very large. Deep pink on sturdy 
an improvement over Sarah Bernhardt. $2.00 each, 3 for 
Iden light throughout the 
each, 3 for $2.00, 6 for 

eges and eliminate this insect that usually attacks Iris roots in the summer silkiness of texture and in the subtle infusion of 
The best time to plant these Iris is from late July to the middle of October enter of the flower, The beard is bright orange 
successful 50 (Continued in Cenler Column) 

tems. Considered SINGLE PEONY—KINSUI 
; However, later in the fall and early spring are often time 


BEARDED IRIS (Con/linued) 
GREAT LAKES. 3 ft. Winner of the Dykes Medal in 1942, this is about 
the finest light pure blue. Of splendid mien with a pronounced flare, stiff 
crispy petal texture, it is strikingly fine. Fine stems of good height, well 
branched. Rugged and hardy, we highly recommend it $1.25 each, 3 for 
eras patie 
ORIENTAL IRIS (Iris Kaemperi) 
Japanese Iris 

The Oriental Iris with their huge picturesque blooms and graceful.gladiolus- $3.05, 6 for $6.00 
like foliage are among the most beautiful of the great Iris family, and then GUDRUN. 214 ft. One of the finest whites for foreground planting. A very 
too, they come into bloom at a time when other Iris are over, Starting large variety with shapely blooms of splendid texture, A warm white despite 
its snowy coloring due in part to the warm golden beard and haft markings 
a and in part to gold dust sprinklings throughout the flower. 50¢ each, 3 for 
showy in the garden and excellent as cut flowers for the home $1.25. 6 for $2.25. 12 for $4.25 
HAPPY DAYS. 3 ft. Large medium deep yellow. For size there is no larger 
yellow. 50c¢ each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2 12 for $4.25 
the later part of June and continuing well into July. They are extremely 

CULTURE: Oriental Tris are easily grown in any good average garden soil 



wh uirly rich and has 0 ra re. Divide e plants eve 3or4 faeces } - = 
ly rich and d drainage. Divide the plants every 3 or SAKE. A w with no other color in it except a trace of palo yellow near 
years early in the spring or in September and October. Their average height the center, Large flowers, well form free blooming and an easy grower 
is 2-3 ft Stands right up alongside many more expensive new whites, $1.00 each 
3 for $2.75, 6 for $5.00 
JEAN CAYEUX. 3 ft. Its novel tones of light hayana brown with a lustre 
of golden biseuil tan show up at their richest in the slanting rays of the sun 
e H 50c¢ each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.25, 12 for $4.25 
Explanation of Letter Following LIGHTHOUSE. 3 [t. A most unusual coalition of colors, a ¢ old rose 
to rose-red bicolor, A torch-like center of yellow sends slithering streams 
Variety Name of gold from the heart of the flower. Good substance and smoothly tex- 
tured, $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75, 6 for $5.00. 


(D) Double varieties with 6 petal flowers 
LOUVOIS. 3 ft. Amazing rich maroon brown enfolds the flower, Standards 
of light chocolate and falls a very rich, glossy red-maroon edged to match 

(S) Single varieties with 3 petal flowers 
AZURE (D). Bright sky-blue, heavy ruffled petals, late flowering. 65¢ 
each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 
BETTY F. HOLMES (D). Huge white blooms, a most beautiful variety 
65e each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 
BLUE BIRD (S). Lovely rich blue. 65e each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 
BLUE EAGLE (D). Very large blue, white in center. $1.00 each, 3 for 
$2.75, 6 for $5.00 
BLUE HERON . Beautiful deep sky-blue with white center, 65¢ each 
3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 

CHAMELION (D). White marbled and flamed blue, light and dark flowers 
on the same plant. 75¢ each, 3 for $2.00, 6 for $3.50 

DORIS CHILDS (D). Pearl-white yeined purple. 65¢ each, 3 for $1.65 
6 for $3.00. 
FLAMINGO (D). Deep rose, white in center. A profuse bloomer. Rather 
tall each, 3 for $2.00, 6 for $3.50 
GOLD BOUND (D 
3 for $1.25, 6 for $2 
LA FAVORITE (D). White flushed with pale blue; darker blue in center 
65 each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00. 
LIGHT IN THE OPAL (D). Very 1! 
bluish in center. $1.00 each, 3 for $: 


A popular white with gold banded center, 50¢ each, 
t pink flushed and mottled darker 
5, 6 for $5.00 


PLUTON (D). Beautiful blue shaded violet, rather tall. 65e each, 3 for 
$1.65, 6 for $3.00. 
PURPLE AND GOLD (D). Rich violet-purple with golden throat. 50¢ 
each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for 
RED EMPEROR (D). Very large deep red flower. Early bloomer, $1.00 
each, 3 for $2.75, 6 for $5.00. 
RED RIDING HOOD (S). A popular single red, 65c each, 3 for $1.65 
6 for $3.00 
ROSA ANNA (DB). Light mauve heavily veined purple. 65e each, 3 for 

the standards. Rich and sleek without a vein. Distinctive and charming 
$1.25 each, 3 for $3.25, 6 for $6.00 
MARQUITA. 3 ft. An amoena type in cream and watermelon rose. Its 
luminous eream standards, “silken, hushed and chaste,”’ are the last work 
in serene but we r n-rose falls are veined rather 
than solidly colored. A very lovely Iris. 85e each, 3 for $2.25, 6 for $4.25 
MING YELLOW. 3 ft. One of the largest, stateliest’ yellows, Ming Yel- 
and branched and blooms are carried with ar 
grace, Large clear, rich, smooth, yellow evenly toned, thick substanced 
With plant habits derived from Depute Nomblot, one of its parents, it 
brings the « rcter of this fine Iris into our yellows; a worthy addition 
$1.25 each, 3 for $3.25, 6 for $6.00 
MISS CALIFORNIA. 3! [t. Enormous lilac-pink, a pleasing tone witha 
lemon yellow beard. A prolific growing variety and a most satisfactory 
garden subject. Strong foliage, tall, branched stems, blooms over a long 
period, 65c¢ each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 
MISSOURI. 3 ft. One of the classics of irisdom. The giant blooms of 
faultless form and heavy enameled texture are a clear rich shade of me- 
dium blue. In every way a splendid Iris. $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75, 6 for $5.00 
MOROCCO ROSE. 33 [t. A delectable rose pink. Its warm coloring gives 
a soft yellow glow at the heart; a pleasing yellow beard. Popular and in 
heavy demand. Takes two years to become established. $1.50 each, 3 for 
$1.00, 6 for $7.00 
ORMOHR. 3; ft. A flower lu 
ing stems. It is a uniform 
violet similar to its famous parent thou 
of the largest Iris. $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75, 
PRAIRIE SUNSET. 3 ft. A gorgeous Iris and one that really needs to be 
seen to be appreciated. It is hard to do justice to this Iris by a word 
description. Half the colors of the rainbow are coalesced in the loveliest 
combination imaginable, In its tints we have pink, rose, apricot, 7 ch 
with a radiant sprinkl leaming gold shining forth, A fine flower 
moderate stem. $2.25 each 3 for $6.00 
ROSY WINGS. A del (ful fantasy of colors, rosy red vying with 
crimson brown with a pleasing iridescence. An extremely tloriferous. 50c 
each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for 32.25 
SAN FRANCISCO. 1 ft. While edged blue. Distinct. 50 each, 3 for $1.25 
6 for $2.25 
SHINING WATERS. 3 ft. Quiet as 4 mountain lake reflecting an unclouded 


m exquisiteness, Phe w 


low is well-substar 






rer than William Mobr carried on tall branch- 
rey-lavender with infiltrated veins and dots of 
2 nol as much of a contrast. One 
6 for $5.00 














$1.65, 6 for $3.00 blue. One of the loveliest of Tris; an exquisite sheen and shade of blue aoe s 
TRUE BLUE (D). Very large flower of self true blue color, 75¢ enc h, 3 for 65e each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 : ibs 
: | $2.00, 6 for $3.50 SIR MICHAEL, 3!5 [t. Large, well-formed flowers. Standards are cl ges 
ty ; i WAVING WATERS (D). Very light blue marked and flushed white, heavy fight blue; falls are a bright shade of yiolet-blue. 506 each, 3 for $1 : 7 ; 
“3 i is sie Fee vA Ree ruffled petals, very large flower. $1.00 eac 75, 6 for $5.00 6 for $2.25 resey Pas 28 

295 SNOW FLURRY. 3)» ft. A beautiful, ruffled blue-white, like an envelop- BEARDED IRIS—MISSOURI 
ot ing soft snow spray. The opened buds are lightly tinted blue but the 
sool white. Large flowers, strong substanced on tall stems. 
00 each, 3 for $5.00 
ORIENTAL IRIS WHITE SWAN (S). Nice single white. 50¢ each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for > 


blossoms open 



short branching 
THE RED DOUGLAS. 3 ft. A magoilicent Iris. Rich, rosy wine red solid 
NOTICE: Due to lack of space only a portion of our Iris List is featured here. Many other varieties are available. By git Cae ew ph an oodeyt te ee soelee ee tectiag 2 
deep dark red. Grities agree it is one of the finest Tris, $1.2 
$5.25, 6 for $6.00 
SPECIAL 10°;, CASH DISCOUNT if you send in your order before August 10th. 

TREASURE ISLAND. 3} ft. A massive flower of a rich shade of vivid 
MINIATURE BEARDED IRIS FALL BLOOMING BEARDED IRIS Fellow The pugs golfen tones are untarnshed by nny Haw or Heeking 
The: and fall under favorable conditions 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2 for $4.25 
aie ls soft lil VENUS DE MILO. 3 ft. A good pure white with warm cream undertone 
AUTUMN ELF. 1!5 ft, Sjandards cream, falls soft ‘ac 50¢ each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.25, 12 for $4.25 


»are the varieties that bloom in spring: 


‘These Iris give their display of bloom in April and early May 
FAIRY. 6 in. Pale blue SAMBO. 1() in. Deep blue 
LA FIANCEE. 12 in. White. SOUND MONEY. 6 in. Compact; yellow 

AUTUMN HAZE, 215 ft. Very large blooms of light layender-violet WABASH. 3 [t. Fresh toned as any orchid is this amoena with snowy 
PRAIRIE GEM. 10 in. Yellow blooms in spring and fall AUTUMN QUEEN. 1!5 fi. Pure white. A sure bloomer in fall 
PRICES ON ANY OF THE ABOVE MINIATURE IRIS BLACK MAGIC. 2 ft. Intense deep violet-blue; free bloomer 
Any 3 for $1.25, any 6 for $2.25, any 12 for $4.25 LIEUT. DE CHAVAGNAC. |!» ft. Another sure fall bloomer 
blooms of brilliant violet 
JEAN SIRET. 15 in. A nice yellow 

SPECIAL COLLECTION—12 MOST DISTINCTIVE POPPIES 
Prices on all 12 varieties, any 3 for $2.00, any 6 for $3.75, any 12 for $7.00 
white standards and ultramarine falls with brighter margining., The best : 7 
and one of the very few true amoenas, it is a standout and far in adyanee . pure white flowers with purplish black spots. A free-blooming and 
Medium of any others. $1.00 each, 3 for $2.75, 6 for $5.00, 12 for $9.00 
WINNESHIEK. 3 ft. One of the finest in the dark blue color section with 
egments unusually broad and lustrous. A touch of ruffling augments its 
BARR’S WHITE. La 
healthy plant 
CAVALIER, Crinkly, deep scarlet-red flowers. Strong grower and free in bloom 
CERISE BEAUTY. Medium-sized flower of ccrise-pink 






i i i . graceful form. Winneshiek is one of the few Iris with a lighter margin on GLOWING EMBERS. Deep crinkled SLES CAM sora an onedlantired 
AN Iris Siberica Sed piilliaat red tone somewhat eimilar to Dauntless ra i ha lighter, 01 p erinkled, cup-shay 
SIBERI IRIS ( ) Casi He es gies Brillant © oe the falls, a ure which lends a distinetive Louch, 50c¢ each, 3 for $1.25, HELEN ELIZABETH. Big LaFrance-pink flowers without dark spots. Many people consider this 
‘d’ Oriental 75e each, 3 for $2 6 for $ 9, 12 for $4.25 the best pink. Rugged growth 
smaller flowers than Bearded ¢ 
they make it up with their gi : 
flowers and foliage. They are very hardy, and grow well in almost any kind 
of soil. (Moist soil preferred.) Well adapted for naturalizing along streams 
or ponds. Among shrubs or in perennial plantings 
3 for $1.05 


The Siberian Iris have muc 
Iris but what they lack in ilness in SANGREAL. 2 ft. A beautiful yellow, with large blooms, 65¢ each 
6 for $3.00 
SOUTHLAND. 1! ft. Very free bloomer; deep golden yellow blooms on sturdy 
stems. 65¢ each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00 
HENRI CAYEUX IMPROVED. (ld rose shading to burgundy 
LACHS KONIGEN. One of the finest, strongest-growing deep salmon-pinks 
LITTLE SHRIMP. Small shrimp-pink flowers without spots. A real little gem of unusual size 







CAESAR’S BROTHER. A stately plant not too tall—20 inches high It ULTRA, 1! ft. Light lavender blue standards, velvet blue falls and hehit Ookvats ineHiaH 
is the best of the entire lot of dark blue Siberian Iris and was given Trondr IETIES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED . The best deep cerise-pink, larger than Joyce and a shade lighter. Strong grower 
ty. The flowers are an unusually PRICES ON ABOVE VAR SALMON GLOW. Double salmon-orange. First blooms are very double, but later ones are only 

y the American Iris e 
iolet with a beautiful depth of color. A superb plant for 
c each, 3 for $1.65, 6 for $3.00, 12 for $4.50 
ar blue. 244 to 3 ft. 50¢ each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.25 
25 HEMEROCALLIS (Daylily) 
ive you blooms from late spring lo mid-September 
able Mention t 
rich black pansy 
any flower garden. 6 
PERRY’S BLUE. (le 
12 for $4.25. t 
SNOW QUEEN. Pure white; dwarf. 2 ft. 50¢ each, 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2 
12 for $4.25 


50c each, any 3 for $1.25, any 6 for $2.25, any 12 for $4.25 slightly. so 
SASS PINK. Light flesh-pink with gray-mauve center. The immense blooms are of fine erepy 
texture and lovely light 
CURTIS GIANT WATERMELON. Deep watermelon pink 
OFFER No. 7M—55—One Each of the 12 Varieties (Value $7.90) for $7.25 
OFFER No, 7M—56—2 Each (24 Plants) for $13.75 
OFFER No, 7M—S7—3 Each (36 Plants) for $18.75 



Six of the finest varieties to g 
NEW GIANT-FLOWERING HYBRIDS—HYPERION. This variety is one 
IRIS SPECIES of the most popular and beautiful of all Daylilies, and we heartily recommend 
» flowers art canary-yellow in color, anc 
. 6 in. Pale blue flowers in May. Part shade or sun. 3 for $1.25, : Bed August just at the time when the summer garden needs 
Stor $225, 12 for $425. appear in July and August-—ust at the im ve vcinculas showing. Plant 
CRISTATE ALBA A white form. 3 for at least three in a group, and watch them grow more beautiful every year 
De aie eee F 314 ft, 75¢ each, 3 for $2.00, 5 for $3.00 
Vesper fri 2 ft. Lovely small lilac colored flowers from 272 S , >= pple : 
Tae te suceeebes Stor $1 i: 5 for $2.25, 12 for $4.25 THE NEW “LEONIAN’! HYBRID HEMEROCALLIS. Magnificent new 
ri 3 5 feet. G ~ ed bl s ario 
TECTORUM (Roof Iris). 12-15 in. Attractive blue Flowers in from 3 to 5 feet. Giant-sized blooms inv us 
Offered in mixed shades only. 3 for $2.50 
3 for $1.25, 6 for $2. 12 for $4 






$1.65. 6 for $3.00, 12 for $5.50 



We Offer Giant Size Bulbs, Each Will Send up Several Blooms 
These Should be Planted Early. Order as Soon as Possible 

ae creations ranging in height 
Bay ies from orange-red to maroon 
5 for $4.00, 12 for $8.50 
AUGUST PIONEER. 2!) [t. Chrome-orange blooms of med 
Slate period of bloom—early August through September 


These autumn-flowering bulbs are amor 
in any sunny spot in t 
blossoms which apy 
undisturbed to iner 

g the most beautiful of woodland flowers and are at home 
he garden or roc arden. Each bulb produces a number of large Crocus-like 
r during September and October. Plant the bulbs where they can be left 
e cach year. The bulbs, if kept indoors, will bloom during September and 
» size, Es 





i oO i i u send your order ; r ; Mes a eaahorenveredia October in the wind Bil amacc Ren Nara tac bloGoi eR ie planted outa 
sree zy ere i age tale nei aco of Wc et : a A A’ glamorous poohina nee ores ut ama RO EenY as d BpOt Bulbachonent agen without spil or water and after blooming may plant 
in Setore s th. We S$ sce SSVEt : on each petal. Occasi y blooms e fall, June, July. 75 2 
3 for $2.00 
AUTUMNALE ALBUM. Pure white: increases very quickly and forms good strong clumps 
3 for 95c, 6 for $1.75, 12 for $3.00, 25 for $5.50 
AUTUMNALE ALBUM PLENUM. Large double white flowers. $2.00 each, 3 for $5.00 
AUTUMNALE MAJOR. A larze variety with massive flowers of rosy purple. 3 for $1.10, 6 for 
$2.00, 12 for $3.50, 25 for $6.50 
AUTUMNALE ROSEUM PLENUM, Double rosy lilac flowers. 3 for $1.10, 6 for $2.00, 12 for 
$3.50, 25 for $6.50 
AUTUMN QUEEN. Rich violet mauye finely blotched, the earliest to blossom with very large 
flowers. 3 for $1.50, 6 for $2.75, 12 for $5.00 
BORNMULLERI 
6 for $1.75, 12 for 
GIGANTEA. Pale mauve, late flowering, 3 for $1.95, 6 for $3.65, 12 for $6.50 
LILAC WONDER. An exce 
12 for $3.50, 25 for $6.50 
SPECIOSUM. Lar 
$5.00 
THE GIANT. Deep lilac mauve 
12 for $4.75, 25 for $8.75 
VIOLET QUEEN. Deep violet-purple- 
for $7.50 
t yellow; amazing in size. June. 75¢ each 

this discount and send your order in as soon as MODESTY. 1 (1. Pale 
you receive this folder? OPHIR. 1 {t, Its rich golden yellow coloring has made this a favorite variety 
July. 75c each; 3 for $2.00 
SPECIAL OFFER No, 7M—One Each of the 6 for $5.00 

COLCHICUM—LILAC WONDER 
EREMURUS OR FOXTAIL LILIES 
mucus or Foxtail Lilies. Coming as they do from the 
True aristocrats of the garden are the Ire 
ert region of Turkestan, these Desert 


idles are always objects of curiosity in American 
gardens. They are hardy and dependab dens, making a spectacular show from late May 
through June, and they come back y r. Plant the plants 6 inches deep in rich, porous 
loamy soil. They require sunny well-drained locations. They are best planted in the fall, and after 
planted mulch them for over the winter with straw or any other material of similar nature. ‘The 
flower spikes, often 6 or more feet tall, rise like Sreal asparagus Lips from a mass of yucca like 
foliage. The roots multiply rapidly and clumps of Desert Candles make an imposing mass in the 
shrubbery border or the perennial garden. The foliage disappears above ground after flowering 
and annuals may be planted close to them to fill the vacant For the past several years Lhese 
magnificent plants have been very searce and very expensive in cost However, this year we are 
fortunate in being able to offer them at a very re fe price to. enable you to plant a small 
or large group of these aristocrats in your garden “are much more effective when planted in 
groups of not less than three, and more whenever possible. It is no wonder these plants are ex 
hensive when you consider that it takes five years to grow a plant to blooming size. The plants we 
offer are five years old or more, and are of blooming size 
Shelford Hybrids 
strain of pastel shades, excellent for the garden and as cut flower. These 
y shades of coppery pink, orange, pale yellow, pink, ete 
stand make a stunning show in the garden, as well as cut 
ks in Water, 

Fine cup-shaped, long-tubed flowers of rosy lilac. Early flowering. 3 for $1.00, 
for $5.00 


ptional variety of beautiful mauye-violet. 3 for $1.10, 6 for $1.90 

25 for 

deep rosy purple; stout and fine. 3 for 90c, 6 for $1.50, 12 for $2 


‘ine white base, the largest late flowering. 3 for $1.40, 6 for $2.50 



very beautiful. 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.25, 12 for $4.00, 25 

VERN i . 
VERNUM (Bulbecodium Vernum), February flowering, violet-rose flowers, very dwarf. 3 for 
1.00, 6 for $1.75, 12 for $3.25, 25 for $6.00 
SPECIAL COLLECTION OFFER—6 Outstanding Varieties 
Autumnale Album 
scilosum 
Autumnale Roseum Plenum Specios' 
Violet Queen 
Bornmutleri 
Lilac Wonder 
OFFER No. IM—Soaues Bulbs (3 Each of Above Varieties) for $6.50 
Each Variety Separately Labeled 
Probably the most beautiful 
beautiful hybrids come in many lovel 
These grow to an average height of 6 f 
flowers indoors, lasting two to three we 
SHELFORD MIXED HYBRIDS. 
SHELFORD HYBRIDS—NAMED VARIETIES 
Rosalind. Bright pink 
White Beauty. Pure white 



25 cach, 3 for $6.00, 12 for $22.00. 
OFFER No. 7M—S4—12 Bulbs (2 Each of the 6 Varieties) 
ot Labeled Separately, for $3.25 
STERNBERGIA LUTEA 
Isobel. Coppery orange. 





Moonlight. Pale yellow fF Prhinsntacadiivie and’! tiful foll blooming bull 
S interesting and beau 4 hg bulb resembles the Autumr ecu it produ 
$2.45 each, any 3 for $8.00, any 6 for $15.00, any 12 for $29.50 larger blooms on sturdy 6 t ARERR ST ere onan crocus but. prot 
Fi Crocus and Colchicum which i! resembles in blooms, Sternbergia has th 
ROBUSTUS (Giant Eremurus) Br eremeaaa rouse. Shorty cioplgoms, adding to the beauty of | 
which come forth tu September, [t's hardy and permanen 
Gigantic spikes with deep pink flowers. Late flowering. The flowers grow on stems 6 to 8. feet a the bulbs about 6 inches deep i" 4 Well-drained sunny location. In the northern vd 
tall, as-third Ataer Alf is covered with sparkling, small cup-like flowers TOP POPPY—HENRI CAYEUX protection in the winter. | ‘hould be planted carly * Therefore ene i order TERNBERGIA LUTEA 
HEMEROCALLIS (DAYLILY) giants of the family, Hasily grown. Giant size blooming roots. $3.00 each, 3 for $7.75, 6 for $15.00 BOTTOM POPPY—GLOWING EMBERS possible. 3 for $1.10, 6 2 for $3.50 ° s 
