SUT FLOWERS 


AMERICAN PRIDE 
Sport of "'Grillodale” x "Mme. Butterfly” 
U.S. Plant Patent No. 49 
"American Pride" has long been regarded as the 
queen of white roses. It is considered one of the 
finest white roses ever developed, and has won high 
acclaim from florists, horticulturists and floral clubs 
and societies. 
COLOR: Beautiful pure white when mature; at times (before 
maturity) suffused with slight tint of pink, which 
adds to its beauty. 
BUD: When opening, about two inches long. Opens grad- 
ually and full. 
FLOWER: Large, about four and one-half inches across. Has 
about thirty-five all very large petals. Moderate, 
lasting fragrance and excellent lasting quality. 
HABIT: Grows upright. Long and medium stout stems with 
very few thorns and an unusual number of leafy 
branches. Leaves are leathery, large and heavy, 
and of rich green color. Very prolific and a pro- 
fuse bloomer. 

IN THE GARDEN 
