“Blowers from the Wilds of Missouri” 
PEONIES 
QUEEN OF HAMBURG (H. P. Sass, 1937) (8.96) Each $2.00 
A very full, double, bright, gleaming pink. The flower is im- 
mense, yet so perfectly formed that it is not rough or un- 
gainly. Stems are tall and strong. A free, dependable bloomer 
with healthy, heavy, dark green foliage. A recent introduction 
of much merit. 
QUEEN VICTORIA (Whitleyi) Each 50c, 3 for $1.25 
Opens flesh white, cream center. Center petals are some years 
tipped with carmine. Large, full, compact. Medium early. 
RAOUL DESSERT (Dessert, 1910) (9.0) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Clear mauve, shaded carmine-pink, and stained silver white. Ex- 
tremely large, compact flower; very fragrant. Late midseason. 
RAPTURE (Thurlow & Stranger, 1937) Each $10.00 
Very large, the outer petals broad and rounded, center petals 
shorter, giving the blooms a cupped effect. Pure white suffused 
with a soft creamy light. Pleasant fragrance. Midseason. 
RARE CARVING (Kelsey, 1935) Each $2.50 
Loosely formed, medium pink, semi-double. Large yellow sta- 
mens. Tall, strong stems. 
RARE CHINA (Kelsey, 1935) Each $5.00 
A semi-double midseason variety. A lovely flower of blush white 
with five or six rows of guard petals surrounding a large cen- 
ter of yellow stamens, charmingly arranged like a beautiful 
china plate with a touch of red and gold in the center. Seems 
to grow more beautiful daily. Resembles Minnie Shaylor in 
general makeup. A ceramic in petals. 
RARE ETCHING (Kelsey, 1939) Each $6.00 
Double white, rose formed bloom. Delicate shades of pink and 
gold in center. Extremely beautiful in form and petal arrange- 
ment. Musk odor. Late midseason. Well named. Ultimate re- 
finement in formation, bloom and coloring. 
RED BIRD (Franklin, 1921) (8.6) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Anemone type; broad guard petals and tall narrow feathery 
center petals of dull light rose red, suggest the plumage of a 
tropical bird. Very unusual flower. Midseason. 
REINE DES FLEURS Each 60c, 3 for $1.50 
Pink. Good midseason cut-flowers. Especially fine when placed 
in cold storage. Keeps well. 
REINE HORTENSE (Calot, 1857) (8.7) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Very large, flat, compact flower of uniform light shell pink, 
center prominently flecked with crimson. Semi-rose type. Very 
fragrant. Tall grower; long, stiff stems. Midseason. 
RESPLENDENT (Franklin) (9.00) Each $3.00 
Immense full white, rose type; good stem and foliage. Speci- 
men measured 9 inches. Medium to late. 
REVEREND H. N. TRAGITT (Brand, 1928) (9.0) Each $2.00 
Medium size, pure white double. Rose formation. This is a 
good one and not as well known as it should be after being on 
the market so many years. Its high rating indicates its worth. 
RICHARD CARVEL (Brand, 1913) (8.8) Each $1.00 
Very large, globular bloom of a brilliant crimson. Tall grower 
and free bloomer. Very fragrant. Very early. 
RICHFIELD WHITE (Franklin) Each $2.00 
A midseason “Festiva Maxima” that is our joy and standby 
after a storm. A full rose type double with crimson markings. 
Extra fine stem on a tall plant. Late midseason. 
RIVER MIST (Kelsey, 1936) Each $5.00 
Double, medium sized ivory white. Edges of central petals 
marked with fine wire edges of carmine. This color, not like 
occasional splashes of red on Festiva Maxima, is a circular 
pattern that is on all blooms. The wire edge is fine and is an 
intense red. Late midseason. Fragrant. Those who like the 
red on white will delight with this variety. Grows quite tall. 
ROSABEL Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Midseason. Large, perfect flowers of American Beauty rose-red. 
ROSALIE (Auten) (8.78) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Semi-double. Looks like a rose, and close to the true American 
Beauty shade. A dwarf plant, very strong grower and bloomer. 
Very popular; extra fine for cutting. Lasts a long time. 
ROSADA (Nicholls, 1942) Each $4.00 
Late midseason. Very large and tall, wide petaled, full double, 
of medium rose pink. Honorable Mention Certificate by A. P. S. 
A very desirable acquisition for any fine peony collection. 
ROSE BONHEUR (Dessert, 1905) (9.0) Each 75c, 3 for $2.50 
Lovely soft flesh pink. Very large, flat flower of rose type. 
Strong grower, rather dwarf with bushy habit. Free blcomer. 
One of the finest. Midseason. 
ROSE FLUFF (Kelsey, 1938) Each $5.00 
Double. Very large rose pink. Late midseason variety. Wonder- 
ful for those who like a strong rose shade of pink. 
ROSE QUEEN (Franklin) Each $2.00 
Tall deep pink. 
ROSE SHAYLOR (Shaylor, 1920) (9.1) Each $1.00 
Pale flesh pink, tinted with rose pink, lighter at the edges and 
shading to creamy yellow at base of petals. Central petals 
strongly marked at edges with crimson. Flat flower, opening 
hollow in center, displaying a creamy flesh pink surrounded by 
a band of similarly richly colored petals. Has mild fragrance. 
RUBIO (Nicholls, 1941) Each $3.00 
A deep, clear red that is a good addition to our group of reds. 
RUTH CLAY (Kelsey, 1935) Each $10.00 
What shall we say about this fine red peony? When we visited 
Mr. Kelsey’s gardens we were greatly impressed with it. Double, 
early, midseason. A rich living red that is different. Watch for 
this variety at the shows. It is a truly outstanding red that 
should be in every choice collection of peonies. No matter how 
many red peonies you have, you will find Ruth Clay different. 
RUTH MARKLE (Pfeiffer, 1932) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Double light pink; tall, fragrant; good propagator. Late. 
SANTA FE (Auten, 1937) Each $2.00 
One of the finest. A very brilliant red, semi-double, medium 
sized blooms on a nice strong growing plant. Color holds. 
SANCTUARY (Auten, 1933) Each $2.00 
Very large, double bloom; a very decided creamy white, some 
blooms spotless, others with heavy red splashes in center. Early 
midseason. Substance is extra heavy, plant very rugged, and a 
much admired variety. 
SARAH BERNHARDT (9.0) 75c each, 3 for $2.00 
(Not the variety sold as Umbellata Rosea.) Uniform mauve 
rose with silver tip. The true Sarah Bernhardt is late flower- 
ing, compact, semi-rose type, strong grower and fragrant. One 
of the best varieties offered anywhere. Late. 
SECRETARY FEWKES (9.1) Each 60c, 3 for $1.50 
Very large flower with broad, rounded petals of great substance. 
Creamy white with lighter center. Tall. Vigorous grower. Mid- 
season. 
SHAWNEE CHIEF (Bigger, 1940) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
A new one not yet officially rated. Double, midseason, dark, 
brilliant red. This is a recent introduction and a very worthy 
addition to our list of reds now in commerce. 
SHIRINE (Brethour, 1936) Each $5.00 
Fully double. Late midseason. Delicate blush of splendid form 
and tint. 
SHIRLEY J. (Franklin) Each $15.00 
A beautiful pink of show flower class. It was selected by R. W. 
Jones of St. Paul, Ribbon winner of local and national shows 
and was named for his charming daughter, Shirley. 
SHIRLEY (Kelsey, 1934) Each $4.00 
Very large, flesh white double bloom splashed in center with 
carmine; ring of yellow stamens showing. Long, strong stems. 
Midseason. 
SILOAM (Auten, 1933) Each $1.50 
Very large, full double; sure to open; late. Rose fragrant. An 
exquisite bloom, opening wide. 
SILVER CHALICE (Kelsey, 1935) Each $5.00 
A very delicate blush white or delicate pink. Gold stamens. 
Shows carmine on some edges. Faint fragrance. High built 
crown, cup-shaped like a silver cup with red wine in it. Very 
beautiful. 
SILVIA SAUNDERS (Saunders) (8.7) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
A beautiful little flower remindful of a semi-double wild prairie 
rose. Blooms open out flat, slightly cupped. Around the edge 
is a double row of wide, rounded, rose colored petals which in 
turn surround a central cluster of short stamens with delicate 
light green carpels, tipped bright pink. Delicately beautiful. 
SIR JOHN FRANKLIN (Franklin) Each $4.00 
A red, the color of the “Philippe Rivoire,’ but a heavier, fuller 
flower, rose type, no stamens. Odor faint and spicy. Grows 
erect about 12 inches above good foliage. Late. 
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