BOOKS 
We have the following books which every garden lover should have. If you are 
interested in other subjects drop us a line and we may be able to get you what you 
want, tho at the present time there is some confusion as to just what books are avail- 
able. Many are out of print but are likely to be reprinted at any time. Drop us a line 
and tell us what you are interested in. 
Here are two good books on gladiolus— 
THE GLADIOLUS—by Rockwell. This is a book published some years ago that 
gives full information about growing and other phases of the gladiolus and also 
explains the technique of hybridizing. The list of varieties recommended of course 
is out of date. But the list in any book very soon becomes obsolete as every year 
new varieties are coming along and others passing out. PRICE $1.50—Or given 
with a $15.00 order of bulbs, if you ask for it and if you haven't already received 
a copy. 
THE GLADIOLUS—by McLean. This is a much more modern book that gives the 
history of glads dnd various phases of growing. PRICE $3.00 or given with a $15.00 
order of bulbs for $1.50 extra, if you ask for it and if you haven't already received 
a copy. 
Only one of these books given with a $15.00 order. 
10,000 GARDEN QUESTIONS ANSWERED—edited by F. F. Rockwell, editor 
of the Home Garden magazine. [his is a wonderful book that answers most any 
garden question you could think of. It is made up from questions of 25,000 amateur 
gardeners and the answers that have been given them by 50 nationally known 
authorities. Handy size 45¢ x 734, hundreds of illustrations, contains nearly 1500 
pages, postpaid $3.95. 
FLOWER ARRANGEMENT—by F. F. Rockwell and Esther C. Grayson. The most 
comprehensive, and at the same time the most understandable, treatment of the theory 
and practice of flower arrangement. This entirely new book is virtually a step-by-step 
reading course in this popular art designed for those who are primarily interested 
in arrangements for the home as well as for those who exhibit. Many outstanding 
features such as: 
The greatest number of full color reproductions of arrangements ever included 
in any book—91 full color plates—in addition to 99 half-tones and 27 line 
drawings. 217 fine illustrations in all. 
Scores of points in the theory of flower arrangement and the practical details 
of construction clarified by specially drawn pictures. 
A discussion of the theory of color and its use in flower arrangement illustrated 
in color for the first time in any book on the subject. 
A section of articles by nationally famous experts on special phases of the art 
that take you behind the scenes and reveal many secrets of success. 
And many others. By far the best book ever published on this subject. Price $4.95 
postpaid. 
BOOK of ANNUALS—by Alfred C. Hottes. 5th edition, 180 pages, 158 illustra- 
tions. $2.00—Best book on annuals that | know of. 
BOOK OF PERENNIALS—by Alfred C. Hottes. 6th edition, 2980 pages, 108 
illustrations. Price $2.50. A valuable book for those who wish to have a succession 
of flowers throughout the season. Over 125 different species discussed. 
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