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ORGEOUS FRAGRANT BLOOMS THIS YEAR—LOTS OF THEM © 
vare the famous Hybrid Teas, with their matchless blooms of grand form, exquisitely colored, 
| in fragrance. Blooms from June until killing frost! Have the thrill of growing your Own Roses; join 
at rank and file of our enthusiastic Rose Customers this spring. Order Now, as Roses Are Scarce. 
INDESA DE SASTAGO. Brilliant Spanish R36—MADAME CHAMBARD. Magnificent, large, 
r, bearing large flowers of rich copper- coral buds unfold to a satiny coral-peach pink, 
ide, outside golden yellow; rich fragrance. with the most delicious fragrance imaginable. 
same ar, 2 Garde on all-around Strong grower; a truly great rose. eae 
ous rose. Pictured on page 48. R37—PICTURE. We take great pride in offerin 
DEN CHARM. Exquisite Yellow Talis- Picture Rose in our “Supreme” Siete “sakes om a : ee 
ng, distinctively shaded buds are of pure one of the finest of all pinks. Beautifully formed 
llow, and borne on long, strong stems. buds and open flowers of warm, glowing pink 
1 for cutting. Outstanding new yellow rose. with a trace of salmon; sweet fragrance. Vigor- 
olor photo on page 48. ous plant, always in bloom. Illustrated on page 
‘GRENOBLE. Great high-centered flowers of 48. 
r scarlet-crimson, spicily fragrant, produced R38—PINK DAWN. Splendid rose of clear, satiny 
ong stems, wonderful for cutting. Excellent pink. Blooms are very large, handsomely formed, 
and a superior rose from every standpoint. fully double, and have rich fragrance. Fine and 
nicture in color on opposite page. - dependable in the garden; so lovely in bou- 
-HINRICH GAEDE. Glorious _ multicolored quets. We picture this on page 48. 
Large buds of nasturtium-red open to fully R39—POINSETTIA. A new dazzler you will want. 
e blooms of rose-copper and orange, dark Long, fine-shaped buds have a velvety texture, 
/on outer petals. Richly fragrant. color vivid, glowing Poinsettia red. Fall blooms 
R34—h cGREDY'S IVORY. Most beautiful of all are especially gorgeous. Long stemmed flowers 
white everblooming roses. Flowers are deep are ideal for cuiting. Illustrated on page 48. 
ips fragrant, and of richest ivory-white. R40—ROUGE MALLERIN. Greatest of the new rich 
Sat on page 48. ee < _red roses — color a deep red that glows like 
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eGREDY'S YELLOW. Supreme new yellow. _ priceless velvet. Blooms are large and beauti- 
‘ge, well-formed buds of golden-yellow fully formed, and have the richest fragrance. 
= graceful flowers of soft clear yellow. | Everyone should have this spectacular rose. © h ae 
ardy and always in bloom. .- Color illustration on page 48. HINRICH GAEDE 
moe” : FERRIS’ PRICES | 
On these “Supreme” Everblooming Roses 
(All one kind, or assorted to your liking) 
STRONG, NO. 1, 2-YEAR, BLOOMING-SIZE PLANTS 
$1.10 Each = 4 for $3.95 * 10 for $9.25 
Bee (If Roses are desired by parcel post, add 4c each, 15c for 4, or 30c for 10 plants.) 
to Care for Roses 

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All Roses. flourish best when planted in good, rich, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Make the hole deep (10 to 12 
ches), and be sure that the plant is set low enough so that the bud-union (graft) is slightly below the top of the ground. 
you take the plants from the packing, soak the roots for several hcurs in mud or water, then plant as above recom- 
12 to 15 inches apart. Roots should be spread out naturally, then press the soil very firmly around them, leaving 
ly loose. Good cultivation and thorough watering during dry periods are essential to success. Prune 
_ The Climbing and Rambler Roses are all very hardy, but require winter protection in places of zero temperatures. Lay 
es in late fall and cover with earth, evergreen boughs or leaves, or wrap in straw and burlap. The Hybrid 
antha Roses must have winter protection, especially. in the North, After a sharp frost but before severe 
weather mound up the earth 8 to 12 inches around the plant, then when the ground is frozen down about 2 
around the mounds and over them with 6 to 12 inches of leaves, straw or shredded cornstalks, held down 
Each spring as the Hybrid Teas are uncovered, the plants should be trimmed back quite heavily to encourage more 
BAG oms. Rugosa Roses will require little annual pruning except to keep them to the size desired. Climbing Roses, when 
¥ once established, should have no trimming whatever in early spring except to prune out any dead wood. Any extensive 
_ trimming to. Climbers should be done immediately following the blooming period. 
eee Manual 15c (or Free with $5.00 Rose Order) 
_ This little booklet is of especial value to Rose lovers who are planning Rose beds and gardens. it gives instructions as 
io to trimming, spraying, cultivation, fertilizing, etc., from year to year. In other words, it contains complete details on 
_ Rose culture which we do not have space for in our catalog. If you desire this helpful guide, send 15c to cover cost of 
peeing and postage, or we give it FREE with any Rose order of $5.00 or over. 
; TRI-OGEN 
We highly recommend TRI-OGEN for your roses—it not only protects them 
against al) fungous diseases and insect pests, but it stimulates vigorous 
growth and assures healthy green foliage and luxuriant blooms. Available 
in two forms—spray or dust. 
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TRI-OGEN 
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et Rie Atte Bee ca ca 1.50 Cerise: Kit ah eR he ss 6.00 Insecticide, Fungicide and Plant 
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