Nurseries, Inc 
he 1951 
Big—Bold—Brilliant : 
Bravo is a big, bold, red rose that will completely steal the show at the 
peak of its bloom in the rose garden. In all our experience with roses, 
we have never yet seen anything to equal the brilliant Cardinal-Red color 
of Bravo. The iridescent sheen of its petals gives it a rich glowing sparkle 
that delights the eye. The flowers are large—4 to 5 inches across—quite 
double (35 to 40 petals), with a rather plump bud of average length 
which opens to a big, broad, high-centered flower of perfect symmetry, 
the petals ruffled at the edges. 
The radiant red color of Bravo persists in a surprising way and even the 
hottest sun seldom fades it because the thick, heavy-textured petals have a 
crisp, lasting substance. It is not at its best in cool weather but likes 
bright, warm sunshine. We know from personal observations what mag- 
nificent blooms it produces here in California, and testers in the Southern 
States report getting the same extraordinary flowers. Bravo won a Silver 
Medal with a high score, after a two-year test in the International Rose 
Gardens at Portland, Oregon, so don’t get the idea it’s not a good per- 
former in cooler climates as well. 
The plant is not a big one, but is of medium height with a bushy habit. 
Don’t expect much fragrance. This rose has given everything it has to 
color and form. When its many perfect red blooms appear in your 
garden, you'll be exclaiming, “Bravo!” many times over. 
Originated at the Armstrong Nurseries by H. C. Swim. Plant Pat. Appl. 
For. $2.00 each; 3 or more, $1.70 each 



























Bravo 
One of the most spectacular 
roses ever introduced 

