Aureole zx *& wk *& (410) (R. Pruitt, 1948) (80 days) A richly ruffled medium 
e e yellow of unusual character and distinction. Exceptionally 
heavy substance. Destined to become a connoisseur’s favorite. Excellent make-up variety. 
(M 1-.50; 10-4.00) (S 1-.30; 10-2.50) (Blbts. 10-.30) 
xk wk * i 
Autumn Gold = 4 (412) (Fischer, 1943) (90 days) (From Prestgard 
strain) Aptly named! Its deep golden color makes 
it a favorite with us for autumn cutting. Not a tall variety but can be cut to the ground 
without injuring foliage so that when cut its height compares well with other varieties. 
A favorite for make-up work and stunning in bouquets. The arrangements my sister 
makes of it seem to light up the entire room with a golden glow. Excellent grower. 
(L 3-.25; 10-.70) (M 10-.40) (S 10-.25) (Blbts. Pkg. .20) 
Badger Beauty = (466) (Krueger, 1941) (85 days) (Minuet x Bag- 
dad) A tall commercial lavender that opens 
exceptionally well in water. Badger Beauty has a fine color but an uninteresting form. 
(L 3-.25; 10-.70) (M 10-.40) (S 10-.25) (Blbts. Pkg. .20) 
xk kk * i 
Beauty’s Blush ft (440) (Fischer, 1947) (75 days) (Margaret Beaton 
e x Choice Seedlings) Beauty’s Blush is an achieve- 
ment in color, style, and vigor. The name speaks of a cool, soft blushing color. Seven 
or eight five-inch recurved florets come precisely arranged on tall stiff flowerheads. Its 
florets will be crisp and fresh for cutting when most varieties are dazed by the afternoon 
sun. Opens well in water. One of the last varieties to wilt when out of water. Beauty’s 
Blush is one of the most refreshing, blushing shades in the gladiolus kingdom and one of 
my favorites. We had quantities of breath-taking Beauty’s Blush last summer. I am more 
enthusiastic about it than ever. Pictured on page 14 and back cover. 
(L 1-.50; 10-3.50) (M 1-.35; 10-2.50) (S 1-.20; 10-1.75) (Blbts. 10-.25; 100-2.00) 
“Beauty’s Blush will go over big when well known.” —J. Elton, Carter, Iowa 
“Just a line to let you know how well your Beauty’s Blush performed last year. 
It was my best new one in a field of many.” —Herman Cappel 
“We consistently grow big, beautiful Beauty’s Blush. Largest, tallest thing in our 
garden this year.” Mr. and Mrs. Al Ambroson, Michigan 
e wk *& *& = ©6376) (K. & M., 1946) (70 days) The most beauti- 
Better Times e e e ful light “blue” gladiolus. Seen at twilight or in 
the shade, Better Times looks as blue as any iris. Has the cleanest color of any “blue” 
with a deep violet throat marking tipped with white. Stock of this variety is very scarce 
as a result of the originators’ throwing away their bulbs since it did not do well in Holland. 
Performs wonderfully here. Some connoisseurs have proclaimed this one of their ten 
favorite glads. Pictured on page 14. (L 1-.25; 10-2.00.) 
9 s wk * *& = (362) (J. W. Harris, 1945) (90 days) (Mrs. T. E. 
Betty 8 Choice e e e tLangford x Emile Aubrun) Betty chose this 
light rose with silver picotee edge because it is stunning in arrangements, the color mixes 
well with other flowers and it grows well in her garden. Lighter than Chamouny, it won 
a place in our hearts last summer too. Pictured on page 16 and on the back cover. 
(L 1-.35; 10-3.00) (M 1-.25; 10-2.00) (S 2-.30; 10-1.00) (Blbts. 10-.25; 100-2.00) 
Bi To * (541) (Rich, 1942) (75 days) (Picardy x Truly White) If you 
£ p e e e¢ like ’em big, buy Big Top! Big Top is a size merchant that 
forgot to stock grace of line and purity of color. A robust, willing grower that cuts well 
from small bulbs. Opens five or six blooms which may be seven inches across. Color is a 
light pink with deeper marking in the throat. 
(L 3-.25; 10-.70) (M 10-.40) (S 10-.25) (Blbts. Pkg. .20) 
es wk & & (552) (Rich, 1945) (90 days) (Picardy X (Morocco x Supe- 
Birch Red eee rior)) Birch Red presents a tall, commanding, double-row 
spike with six round, broad-petaled florets open at once. The color is a rich, radiant red 
with a burnished sheen, deeper in tone than most reds, yet not a maroon. An inch or two 
of additional flowerhead might be desired, but the flower is otherwise so superlative in 
quality that a slight defect is readily overlooked. Rugged (has been grown six feet tall). 
Prolific. Here to stay awhile. 
(L 1-2.00; 10-15.00) (M 1-1.25; 10-8.00) (S 1-.75; 10-5.00) (Blbts. 2-.25; 12-1..00) 
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