TAIT’S Wilt Resistant ASTER 
Annual—Culture “A”, Blooms June to October 
Asters will thrive in most any situation, but prefer one in which 
they get the morning sun. It is well to remember that any extra 
care taken in the preparation of the soil is repaid by finer plants, 
larger blooms with longer stems, and more profuse flowering. 
They should have an open position, and prefer a good, heavy 
loamy soil, enriched with a liberal quantity of bone meal, or 
garden fertilizer. When wanted for cutting with long stems they 
should be set out not closer than 12 inches apart in rows. 
The varieties offered represent the finest Asters introduced to 
date including many of the new wilt-resisant varieties that make 
Asters easy to grow, and they should be in every garden where 
high quality is appreciated. 
The early sorts begin blooming in July, followed by the midsea- 
son varieties, which are usually at their best in August and 
September. 
To destroy the black Aster beetle, which is the Aster’s worst 
enemy, use arsenate of lead. 

IMPROVED GIANT CREGO ASTERS 
(Wilt-Resistant) 
This is a fine all purpose variety blooming in mid-August. 
Flowers of the Comet type, the twisted and curled petals give the 
flower the appearance of a huge flat chrysanthemum. They often 
measure 5 inches in diameter and are borne on strong, long stems 
averaging 12 to 15 inches in length. Although the flowers are 
large, they are produced in abundance. Height 21% feet. 
Azure Blue White Pink Purple 
Crimson Deep Rose Mixed Colors 
Pkt., 10c; 14 0z., 50c; 2 oz., 90¢; oz., $1.50 
COLLECTION—Package each of 6 Colors................ 50¢ 


QUEEN OF THE MARKET ASTERS 
(Wilt-Resistant) 
An improved wilt-resistant strain of this well-known early 
flowering Aster. It is of branching habit, bearing good-sized 
flowers on long stems. Height 11% feet. 
Blush Pink White 
Crimson Mixed Colors 

Light Blue 
Rose 
Purple 
Pkt., 10c; 1/4 oz., 50c; 2 oz., 90c; oz., $1.50 
COLLECTION—Package each of 6 Colors.................. 50c 

Improved Giant Crego Asters 

American Branching Aster 

AMERICAN BRANCHING ASTERS 
(Wilt-Resistant) 
We offer below eight splendid wilt-resisting Asters, of American 
origin, and especially adapted to our climatic conditions. The 
plants form strong bushes and when properly fertilized and 
cultivated, produce wonderful flowers 4 to 5 inches across on long 
stout stems, blooming in late August. Height 21 feet. 
Dark Blue Crimson Purple Rose 
Shell Pink White Azure Blue Mixed Colors 
Pkt., 10¢; 14 oz., 50c; V2 oz., 90¢; oz., $1.50 
COLLECTION—Package each of 7 varieties............ 60c 

PRINCESS ASTER 
(Wilt-Resistant) 
An ideal type for florists. The flowers, borne on long stems, 
have a crested center that remains full when the flower is com- 
pletely open, and is surrounded by multiple rows of guard petals. 
An exceedingly good shipper. Fine for home gardeners because 
of high wilt resistance. Plants are two to two and a half feet 
tall; of branching habit, and bloom in late August. 
Elizabeth. Pure white. Barbara. Orchid. 
Margaret. Florist rose. Bonnie. Soft salmon pink. 
Susan. True deep blue. Golden Sheaf. Yellow. 
Mixed Colors 
Pkt., 10c; 1% 0z., 85¢; V2 oz., $1.60; oz., $3.00 

GIANT SUNSHINE ASTERS 
A wonderful improvement over the old California Sunshine. 
The clear and beautiful colors are varying shades of Pink, Apple 
Blossom, Rose, Blue and Lavender. A dual tone effect is obtained 
through contrasting light yellow and blue centers. The outer or 
guard petals are somewhat loosely placed, creating an airy lace- 
like effect, which is altogether charming. Blooms in early Septem- 
ber. Height 2 feet. 
Mixed Colors—Pkt., 15c; 1/4 oz., 85¢; V2 oz., $1.60; oz. $3.00 

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