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This is our first offering of a new GIANT STRAIN of “glads” that 
we have tested in our trial grounds during the past two years. The 
blooms of these are not only of large size, but of remarkable purity 
and lasting qualities, and offer many new colors not previously seen 
in gladiolus. Bulbs of these new varieties are necessarily limited in 
quantity, so orders should be placed early to assure delivery. THESE 
VARIETIES HAVE NOT BEEN OFFERED IN AMERICA 
BEFORE. 
10 NEW VARIETIES FOR 1948 
Our first offering of these varieties 
DIRK BOUTS 
A_never-to-be-forgotten display of huge blooms of soft, clear lilac-rose. Spikes 
will grow as high as six feet under favorable conditions. A sensation at flower 
shows. 50c each, 3 bulbs for $1.25, 12 for $4.50. 
ELSE POULSEN 
Sensational bloom in a Paul Neyron-pink; a perfect spike having as many as eight 
flowers open at one time. Early flowering. This variety gets attention every- 
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FRANS VERWILT 
A truly beautiful variety in a clear lemon-yellow. Well placed, ruffled flowers 
make this one of the finest yellows we have ever seen. 50c each, 3 bulbs for $1.25, 
12 for $4.50. 
FRIDTJOF 
Massive ruffled florets of pure scarlet self, well placed on tall growing spikes, 
make this variety stand out in any planting. A distinct color. 50c each, 3 bulbs 
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FIREDOME 
As the name implies, a brilliant deep velvety carmine that brings a shade entirely 
new to gladiolus. The spikes are very uniform, and this is one of the tallest 
growers we have ever seen. 50c each, 3 bulbs for $1.25, 12 for $4.50. 
HOGARTH 
A distinct color, best described as old tapestry rose, a color not heretofore found 
in glads. A variety of good form and substance. 40c each, 3 bulbs for $1.00, 12 
for $3.50. 
HUYGENS 
An unusual orange red color. Flowers are large and open wide, forming a beauti- 
ful spike. Excellent substance. Highly recommended. 50c each, 3 bulbs for $1.25, 
12 for $4.50. 
PHILADELPHIA 
Enormous spikes of unusually clear orange-salmon flowers with a throat blotch of 
pure cream, Another sure winner. 50c each, 3 bulbs for $1.25, 12 for $4.50. 
PROGRESSION 
Outstanding flower of clear salmon-carmine-pink with small lighter salmon 
blotch lined carmine. Excellent form and substance. 40c each, 3 bulbs for $1.00, 
12 for $3.50. 
TALISMAN 
Tall, vigorous grower. Extra fine flower of soft pink with a small, darker pink 
spot on the lower petal. Fine cut flower. 40c each, 3 bulbs for $1.00, 12 for $3.50. 
OTHER NEW ‘‘GLADS’’ 
NEW and EXCEPTIONAL varieties to add glamour to your garden 
Many of these were new and very scarce last year. Now they are more plentiful, 
AND ALL ARE LOWER IN PRICE. Many are now becoming the best in 
their color class as they are being displayed at more shows throughout the country. 
BURMA 
Huge ruffled old rose. Leader in its color class. 35c¢ each. 
ELIZABETH THE QUEEN 
Ruffled lavender. Best in its class. 20c¢ each. 
GLAMIS 
Fine new beautiful pink. Fast assuming leadership. 20c¢ each. 
LEADING LADY 
White sport of Picardy. Now leads in its class. 35c¢ each. 
MANSOER 
A new, unusual shade of brown red. Rates very high. 25¢ each. 
MASKERADE 
Fine new yellow with red blotch. Attracting much attention. 20c¢ each. 
MARGUERITE 
Unusual shade of watermelon pink. Ranks first in its class. 20¢ each. 
PURPLE SUPREME 
New, tall purple. Will quickly reach top ranking. 20c each. 
RED CHARM 
New, deep rose. Now rates number one position in its color class. 20c each. 
UHU 
Something new in color. Described as odd shade like color of owl. 25c¢ each. 
WHITE GOLD 
New giant cream, ranked second last year. Due for top rating. 20c each. 
YELLOW HERALD 
Good yellows are scarce. This new amber yellow excels. 20c¢ each. 
