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This selection is arranged in conformity with the classification adopted by the Gladiolus Society. All 
varieties marked “Exhibition” are especially suitable for exhibition purposes. Varieties marked “Decora- 
tive” produce florets measuring over 31% inches in diameter. In selecting these varieties, special stress is 
laid on their value for decorative purposes. Varieties marked “Small Flowered” produce florets measur- 
ing less than 31% inches across. They are especially selected for their decorative value, for use in bowls 
and for table decorations. This class includes the type previously listed as “Primulinus.” 
Varieties marked “Early” bloom in from 70-80 days. Those marked “Midseason” come into flower in 
85-95 days, while those marked “Late” take a few days longer to bloom. 
ALBATROSS. (Early-Exhibition) A fine exhibition variety, 
of purest white, large flowers with 6 to 8 open at one time. 
One of the best whites. $1.15 for 10; $9.00 per 100. 
ALGONQUIN. (Midseason-Exhibition) These large open 
blooms of brilliant glowing scarlet are fluted and ruffled. 
Blooms are well placed on a straight spike and their un- 
usual form and style greatly add to the attractiveness of 
this exhibition variety. Considered by many as one of the 
best light reds. $1.55 for 10; $13.00 per 100. 
ANNAMAE. (Early-Exhibition) Pure white, the best early 
flowered white Gladiolus. Tall strong grower, with many 
blooms open at one time. $1.45 for 10; $12.00 per 100. 
BEACON. (Early-Decorative) Clear bright rose doree 
scarlet with pronounced cream blotch, providing a very 
fine effect. The individual florets are of medium size, well 
open, waved and moderately ruffled. Fine, tall, straight 
spike with 8 to 10 well placed florets open at a time. $1.25 
for 10; $10.00 per 100. 
BIG TOP. (Midseason-Exhibition) Immense florets of light 
pink with small carmine feather in the throat. Tall strong 
grower, fine for exhibition purposes. $1.55 for 10; $13.00 
per 100. 
BLUE BEAUTY. (Midseason-Decorative) The best of the 
new blue Pfitzer originations. Light blue with edges of 
petals overlaid violet-blue. Large, wide-open florets of fine 
round form, 6 to 8 open at a time. Excellent spike with 
20 or more buds. Extra fine. See illustration, page 4. 
$1.55 for 10; $13.00 per 100. 
BURMA. (Midseason-Exhibition) Heavily ruffled florets 
of rose-red lighter in the throat. A wonderful exhibition 
variety with well placed florets on strong stems. Very 
popular. $2.45 for 10; $22.00 per 100. 
CHAMOUNY. (Midseason-Decorative) This exquisite 
variety has caused wide comment the past two seasons. 
A most distinct shade of cerise-rose with silver markings 
on edges of the petals. Makes a very fine plant with many 
finely placed blossoms open at one time. $1.55 for 10; 
$13.00 per 100. 
CORONA. (Midseason-Decorative) Creamy white, heavier 
at the throat, with a rose picotee edge. The blending of 
these colors makes a lovely flower; it is highly recom- 
mended for the garden as well as for exhibition purposes. 
Tall strong stems with 8 well placed blooms open at a 
time. Should be in every collection. $1.45 for 10; $12.00 
per 100. 
COVER GIRL. (Midseason-Decorative) Medium shade of 
pink with throat markings that are similar to “Picardy”. 
Fine tall grower with extra large florets. $2.75 for 10; 
$25.00 per 100. 
CRINKLE CREAM. (Midseason-Decorative) Pale yellow 
heavily ruffled. Very large florets that open wide and are 
well placed on strong stems. Outstanding. $2.25 for 10; 
$20.00 per 100. 
DR. WHITELEY. (Midseason-Decorative) These tall straight 
spikes have florets that are of perfect form. Yellow-apricot 
almost a buff; a lovely shade. $2.05 for 10; $18.00 per 100. 
ELIZABETH THE QUEEN. (Midseason-Exhibition) Beautiful 
lavender-mauve, the color running far down in the throat 
of the extra large florets. It has a reddish stippled feather 
deep in the throat with some flaking of the same color 
running through the lower petals, which seems to add 
character to the bloom. The long flower stems with 8 and 
more blooms open at a time make this an ideal exhibition 
variety. Beautiful under artificial light. Winner of highest 
honors including an Award of Merit at the Quebec Show. 
Best variety winner at Exposition Institute Agricola, Belge 
Au, Canada, Award of Merit New York World’s Fair, and 
since that time a winner at all shows. $2.05 for 10; $18.00 
per 100. 
ETHEL CAVE COLE. (Late-Decorative) Pure light pink, 
good strong grower, fine cut flower. 8 or 9 well placed 
florets open at a time on a strong stiff spike. See illustration, 
page 9. $1.35 for 10; $11.00 per 100. 
GOLD DUST. (Early-Decorative) Deep yellow, earliest of 
all in this shade. A very fine companion to “Annamae”. 
Strong grower with many florets open at one time. $1.25 
for 10; $10.00 per 100. 
JEANIE. (Midseason-Decorative) Clear rich pink with 
white pencilings in mid-ribs and a yellow throat. This 
lovely variety has caused much attention on the exhibition 
table and in the garden. See illustration, page 4. $1.45 
for 10; $12.00 per 100. 
KING LEAR. (Midseason-Exhibition) Deep reddish purple 
with a silver line edging on all of the petals. The large 
ruffled florets are evenly placed on nice tall stems; an 
exhibition variety in every way. $1.35 for 10; $11.00 
per 100. 
LADY JANE. (Midseason-Decorative) Clear cream with 
yellow lip petals. 6 to 8 nicely ruffled florets of the 
“Picardy” type open at one time on nice strong stems. 
See illustration, page 9. $1.45 for 10; $12.00 per 100. 
LA PALOMA. (Early-Decorative) A large, tangerine-orange 
Gladiolus of fine substance. A new and distinctive shade 
and one of the best of the orange varieties. See illustration, 
page 8. $1.40 for 10; $11.50 per 100. 
LANTANA. (Early-Decorative) Orange-salmon with bright 
golden throat. These bright vivid colorings add charm to 
the garden or a bouquet. A beautiful companion to “Abu 
Hassan”. $1.95 for 10; $17.00 per 100. 
For Gladioli Color Index See Inside Back Cover 
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