FOREWORD 
In 1944 I introduced to the gladiolus and flower loving 
world four gladiolus varieties. In 1945 one more was added 
and again in 1946, still another — six varieties in all. Reports 
from all parts of the country have come to me telling of the 
fine performance of these varieties and the many awards they 
have won in major shows. After receiving these gratifying 
reports 1am more convinced than ever that these introductions 
were a worthwhile addition to flower lovers. 
All of these varieties have excellent habits and need no 
pampering. Iam sure any of them will give you real pleasure 
in your garden, in your home, and win for you on _ the 
show table. 
You may purchase any of my introductions from the 
Snyder Glad Acres, Clawson, Michigan. 
Wholesale prices on any of my introductions on request. 
This year I am not introducing any new _ varieties. 
However, I do have a number of very promising seedlings 
tri Gelert testing and will consider as introductions for 1949 
and later. 
ANDREW C. MAIER. 
