and excelled by none. Grows 42 to 45 inches in height. One of the most out- 
standing creations in recent years. Due to the extreme excellence of this variety 
and scarcity of stock, the price will remain high for a number of years. 
$20.00 
Ward Welsh (Neeley 1929) 8.73 A double, late, ivory white that is very attractive. 
Some years it does not open freely and this fault is reflected in the rating it 
carries. Late opening varieties are often damaged by thrip infestation which is 
no fault of the flower. $3.00 
White Beauty (Auten 1931) A very lovely midseason double, exquisitely pearly 
white in color. Stems are strong and the bloom is freely produced. Very aptly 
named. Stock still scarce. This is a lovely creation and worthy of any fine 
planting. Will be offered next year. 
White Delight (Auten 1935) Very early double white. Has a very marked rose 
fragrance. A most pleasing introduction by Mr. Auten and very aptly named. 
$2.50 
W. F. Christman (Franklin 1921) 8.8 Full rose type, medium size, midseason variety 
of much grace and refinement. Don’t let the rating fool you. Large outer petals 
of blush-white shaded with delicate pink, especially on the outside, cupped, 
waved and held horizontally. Center petals somewhat narrower and incurved 
at first, opening to a true rose form, with small petals deep in the heart. The 
whole bloom flesh-white, suffused with pale rose-pink. A few petals edged with 
crimson. Delicate and most pleasing fragrance. Medium height, free flowering, 
good foliage. : $1.25 
W. L.. Gumm (Gumm 1929) 9.34 A double, midseason, beautiful white, built up on 
“ medium height stems. Petals have heavy texture and the bloom is excellently 
formed. Center of bloom shows an ivory white sheen that adds to the beauty of 
the flower. Very refined and greatly admired in the show room and garden. 
Stock limited. $5.00 
LIGHT PINK PEONIES 
In this group will be included some flesh, salmon and lavender pinks, which are 
grouped in a general light pink class. It is impracticable to try to group each 
separately. ett 
Adonis (Sass 1930) Double, midseason, light pink with a yellow ‘collar, One of the 
best and most beautifully colored of this type. Pale pink petals appearing suf- 
fused throughout the yellow collar. Stock scarce. Stems paeone, and hold: the 
‘flowers erect. This is really a fine one. ay See es $2.50 
Anna Sass-(Sass 1930) 8.76 Double, late midseason. Very Shera delicate. light 
pink, toned orchid. Profuse grower on tall stems. ~ © $1.50 
Athelstane (Brown 1938) Double, midseason, large cupped, unusual lavender pink. 
Fragrant. Strong grower with strong stems. One of the newer Canadian origina- 
tions of outstanding merit. $3.50 
Blush (Nicholls 1941) Here is a peony that is unusually attractive and appealing to 
the eye. The delicate flesh coloring greatly adds to its effectiveness when used 
in flower arrangements. Flower of medium size held stiff and erect on wiry 
stems. A very lovely peony that appeals to all. cole holds well. $5.00 
Chestine Gowdy (Brand 1913) 8.4 Large, late, double type bloom that is highly 
built and very good for garden decoration. The flower is pink in various shades 
and tints. The formation of the flower is rather unusual and interesting. | Tall, 
strong grower and very floriferous. $1.00 
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