King of England (Kelway 1902) 8.6 Japanese type, very large, early midseason 
variety. Guards symmetrically cupped, of a dark red shade between crimson 
and marcon with a dull gloss; center of incurved, buff staminodes streaked with 
dark rose-pink. There seems to be more than one variety sent out under this 
same name. $1.50 
Mrs, Wilder Bancroft (Nicholls 1935) 9.08 Very brilliant dark red with red stami- 
nodes tipped with yellow. Early bloomer. One of the best red Japs we have. 
Have a fine stock to offer from the originator’s garden. A dandy and don’t 
forget it. $3.00 
Mikado (Japan 1893) 8.6 Japanese type. Medium size, midseason. Waved cupped 
petals of dark, full crimson. Center broad and flat, composed of thick stamincdes 
stained dark rose red, edged throughout their length and tipped with pale, buff 
yellow. This is a very attractive variety and well known for its beauty. $1.50 
Onahama (Gumm 1926) 8.87 The rating does not do this peony the justice it rightly 
deserves. Very tall and large cerise red guards. Staminodes tipped yellow. 
This is a most attractive variety... Stock scarce and few to offer. $3.00 
Some Ganoko (Origin unknown) 9.0 Japanese type, large midseason, Color a dark, 
clear crimson, with a broad, flat center of many crinkled, light buff staminodes, 
tinted with rose-red markings. Carpels pale-yellow. Fairly strong growth, 
with a spreading, sprawling habit. Height about two feet. Foliage dark green, 
broad and ruffled. ’ $1.50 
Soshi (Millet) 8.88 Here is a variety that we can unhestitatingly recommend to 
anyone wanting a fine, red Japanese type of flower. Has a bright golden center 
of golden petaloids that greatly enhances its. beauty. Will not fade in the sun 
and is held stiff and erect on strong stems. ae $2.00 
Torpilleur (Dessert 1913) 8.0 Deep rose red or purplish carmine describes the color 
of this Japanese type flower. Center of golden tipped staminodes, flecked white. 
This is one of the most interesting Jap varieties in our planting of many fine 
ones. Makes a most delightful bouquet when used alone or placed with white 
Japanese or single peonies. Possesses a haunting beauty that is much admired. 
Give it a trial and we think you will agree with us. $1.50 
HYBRID PEONIES. 
Here you will find something that peony lovers have longed for these many years, 
and that is a variety that would considerably extend the period of bloom. 
The foliage is distinct and interesting and the bloom will thrill you with delight. 
The work with hybridizing these early peonies has been in progress for some years, 
but it has been only during the past few years that remarkable progress has been 
achieved along this line. Try some and be convinced of their worth. 
You will be able to extend the blooming season in your garden from ten days 
to two weeks or more. The colors are not entirely duplicated in the Chinensis 
peonies and you will find some unusual and really beautiful creations in this hybrid 
class. 
Golden Glow (Glasscock 1935) 9.15 A hybrid peony of rare charm and distinction 
that is outstanding in any collection of peonies. Stock very scarce. Comes into 
bloom extremely early. Blooms are cup-shaped, brilliant orange-scarlet red, 
enclosing a mass of pure golden stamens. ‘Tall growing, with extremely heavy 
and sturdy stems. Foliage rather coarse, but of a beautiful, colorful green that 
is attractive. <A truly grand origination. A real gem and one of the first to 
bloom in the garden. Sold out for this season. Sie 
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