
CHOICE GLADIOLUS COLLECTION $1,50 
FACTS ABOUT WARDS GLADIOLUS 
All Wards Gladiolus Bulbs are carefully grown, 
scientifically stored to retain their ability to re- 
produce large full spikes of bloom. They are 
among the easiest bulbs to grow, require little 
care, All plump and disease-free. Bulbs are spe- 
cially treated to prevent thrips. Gladiolus should 
be planted in spring. Place bulbs 4 inches deep 
and about 6 or 7 inches apart in any good gar- 
den soil. Use fertilizer, plenty of water. To insure 
straight stems, stake plants. All of Wards Bulbs 
are graded for size according to standards re- 
cognized by the New England and Illinois 
Gladiolus Societies and are Shipped Prepaid 
direct to you from the Nurseries in spring only. 
GRADE No. 1. Bulbs are 14 inches or more in 
diameter. Produce fine big exhibition type blooms 
with large florets on tall spikes. Sometimes grow 
more than one spike per bulb. 
GRADE No. 2. Bulbs are 114 to 1% inches in 
diameter; produce blooms and spikes somewhat 
smaller than those of Grade No. 1] but very satis- 
factory. 
Grape No. 3. Bulbs are 1 to 114 inches in diam- 
eter; produce a short spike and a small but good 
bloom. Excellent for cutting. Produce bigger 
bulbs for next season. Bloom later than larger 
grades, Plant early for best results. 
Buy On Warps MonTHLY PAYMENT PLAN. For 
complete information, read Page 36. 
GARDENING Is EASIER, FLOWERS ARE More BEAUTIFUL WHEN You USE WARDS FERTILIZERS AND GARDEN AIDS. 
CHOICE GLADIOLUS 
All outstanding show varieties—Wards finest 
gladiolus—each one distinguished by unusual 
petals or color markings. All are more recent de- 
velopments—have long flowering spikes, large 
full florets. All are Grade No. 1 only. Bloom 70 to 
90 days after planting. Usually grow 4 to 5 ft. 
high. Plant in spring only. Shipped Prepaid. 
91 NC 3143—HawkeveE Rep. Good size blooms 
of brilliant orange red with brownish red 
markings at the throat. Heavy flowerhead with 
well-placed blooms. Makes a good contrast with 
Lipstick below. 
91 NC 3108—Lipstick. Very unusual new 
glad. Beautiful pure white flowers with cream 
shading. Petals are edged and touched with 
lipstick red. Long spikes, Wiry stems. 
(w) 91 NC 3103—ELIzABETH THE QuEEN. Lovely 
lavender color with darker lines in the throat 
and intense coloring along the edge of the petals. 
Distinguished for its heavily ruffled petals. Extra 
long spikes. 
(n) 91 NC 3105—PurRPLE ‘SUPREME. Bright purple 
florets with a faint white line in the center of 
each petal. Well-placed blooms on tall growing 
straight spikes. 
Prices OF ABOVE CHOICE GLADIOLUS 
State Catalog Number. Shipped Prepaid 
(Greco wW Aeakid Mb odo oo Nero mote 3 for 50¢ 
Plant this newest group of Choice Gladiolus—all 
selected for their beautiful rich colors and dis- 
tinctive markings. You 1] enjoy colorful show type 
glads with a minimum of care. Large full florets 
on tall straight spikes. All Grade 1 bulbs. Ship- 
ped Prepaid. 
91 NC 3250—Includes 3 each of the 4 
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HOW TO MAKE CUT FLOWERS LAST LONGER 
Cut flowersadd gay color to any room and proper- 
ly cared for will last for days. Here are some hints 
to help you add days to the freshness of your flow- 
ers. Flowers will stay fresh longer if you place 
them in water for several hours to harden after 
cutting. Gladiolus should be cut when the second 
flower on the spike begins to open. Iris, on the 
other hand, should be cut as the first bud is 
ready to open. Roses are best cut midday, in 
bud, when the color begins to show. To make 
chrysanthemums and peonies last longer, split 
the stems 3 to 4 inches from the end. Leaves that 
aren't needed for the flower arrangement should 
be pulled off. Cut stems of flowers at an angle 
rather than directly across. With the exception 
of carnations, your flowers should not be 
“‘drowned"’ in water. Placing bouquets in a 
draft or too near a radiator, burning fireplace, or 
sunny window makes them wilt quickly. Once 
cut, use Floralife to prolong the freshness and 
beauty of your cut flowers. See Page 74. 
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