ORIGINATIONS OF LUCIAN GOSLING 
We had the pleasure of testing a number of Lucian Gosling seedlings. Three of 
these in our trials proved so distinctive and so attractive, both to us and to our many 
visitors, that they are scheduled for introduction in 1951 when we have had a chance to 
increase the stocks so that we can afford Gladland nominal introductory prices. 
In order that we can obtain some countrywide reports to confirm our own growing 
results, we will offer the large size bulbs this season as long as the supply lasts. Since 
there are not nearly enough to supply our customers we must LIMIT YOU TO A SINGLE 
BULB OF A VARIETY, ALTHO YOU MAY ORDER ALL THREE VARIETIES IF YOU WISH. 
Technically this may make this a 1950 release, but since we are unable to offer either 
medium or small bulbs or bulblets this season and offer only this limited number for 
trial growing, we will personally consider it for all purposes a 1951 release. The names, 
except for Red Dragon, are tentative, but if other names are used, all buyers will be 
notified. 
Red Dragon — This is a decided novelty, carrying spurred petals that are heavily 
lacinated in an unusual spike formation. It will be somewhat of a question how this 
should be classified as though the color is class 50, its extremely different floret 
appearance conforms with nothing else we have ever grown. Only 75 large bulbs 
available. Each $1.00. 
Manyo — A sparkling live color in mauve rose shades that attracted the instant 
attention of every visitor. A very large deep throat blotch of deep mauve-rose, with 
petals heavily flaked and flecked with rose over a lighter background. Tall and 
impressive with large florets. Color class 60. Only 100 large bulbs available. Each $1.00. 
Vioblue — This was the largest floreted blue to bloom in the trial garden this summer. 
Color class 576 in violet blue. A very effective blue with, we think, great show possibilities. 
Early, with strong, wiry, non-crooking stems. Growth is tall, and florets are so large and 
heavy that unless deeply planted, their weight is sufficient to tilt the plant if ground is 
wet. With our shallow planting to secure maximum bulblet production it needed staking 
to prevent tilting. Grly 120 large bulbs available. Each $1.00. 
We are sure that you will be impressed with these Gosling seedlings. If you are not 
pleased, the bulbs and bulblets may be returned to us next fall for full credit. 

KODACHROME SLIDES 
We are pleased to recommend to your attention the rental service of sets of 
Kodachrome flower slides provided by Dr. Philip G. Corliss of Somerton, Arizona. His 
photography is of the highest quality and he is offering this season several different 
sets containing from 100 to 200 gladiolus pictures renting from $5.00 up. Most of the 
sets are assembled to provide a program for Garden Clubs, but he has sets of seedlings 
and most recent introductions which are of special interest to hybridizers and advanced 
gladiolus growers. His rental service includes sets of slides of iris, hemerocallis, orchids, 
dahlias, roses, and many other flowers. He also has sets of flower arrangements and 
views of outstanding gardens. Write him direct for details. 
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