dusky sweetness of the Damask, the refreshing acid sweetness of the 
China roses, the penetrating, gracious sweetness of Tea roses, the 
woodsy pungency of the mossy glands on Moss Roses, the scent of 
winter apples in the foliage of the Sweetbrier—all scents of roses, 
and yet how various!” 
At this time we have probably, one hundred fifty varieties, rating 
‘old-fashioned, rare and unusual” whose special qualities fully justify 
our endorsement to you. To this collection we are adding constantly, 
changing and improving. We welcome any information leading to 
the acquisition of a “new” and worthy old rose. 
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OY arieties 
Agrippina. China. (1832.) A tall growing, very vigorus shrub rose, pro- 
ducing persistently, great clusters of cherry-red double blooms, shaded lighter at 
center, and of distinctive old-time form. Blooming for many years at the door of a 
good neighbor, it never fails to nod a happy greeting. Agrippina is an old and valued 
friend. 1.50 
Aimee Vibert. Noisette. (1828.) Tall, climbing tendency, but easily con- 
trolled. Blooms all season, in large clusters of semi-double white flowers, sometimes 
shaded shell-pink, which shed quickly when finished. One of our most charming 
and valuable Noisettes. 1.50 
Amelie Gravereaux. H. Rugosa. (1903.) A husky, tall growing shrub 
which can be trained as a climber; foliage large, leathery. Flowers are double, frag- 
rant, carmine shaded red, on long strong stems. Persistent bloomer. 1.50 
American Beauty. H. Perpetual. (1886.) No modern rose has equalled 
its rich fragrance; none are likely to take its place in the sentimental memories of 
the older generation. We must agree with its critics—it “‘blues” on the bush, if held 
too long, but why resist cutting a bouquet of these lovely roses, to open indoors, 
where they give so generously of their entrancing perfume. Color is deep rose 
shaded smoky carmine; large, full-bodied, and, with us, in constant bloom. 
Available in both bush and climbing form; please specify. 1.75 
Austrian Copper. Brier. (1596.) Vigorous, spreading, completely disease- 
resistant. This unique rose deserves a prominent place in every garden. Is covered 
in spring, with single, 214 inch blooms, of intense copper-red, with old gold center 
and reverse, unequalled for sparkle and vivid color. It gives but once each season 
but that once is splendid indeed! 1.50 
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