Gilbert H. Wild & Son... Sareoxiec. Mo. 
Peanies 
DEARBORN (Auten, 1929) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.25 
Brilliant dark red, large high built bloom, the few stamens well 
hidden. Midseason, on stiff stems. Resembles Louis Joliet, but 
has just a bit of purple in it, follows it in season. Extra fine 
except in extreme heat. 
DESIRE 
Mauve pink. Late. Nice. 
DETROIT (Auten, No. 2194) (1948) Each $8.00 
A very large red bomb, fairly early, medium height. This is an 
extra fine addition to the list of red doubles. 
DIADEM (Franklin) (8.95) Each $2.00 
Large cup shape, dark pink. Stiff stems with foliage to the 
ground. Fragrant, late, 32 inches. Honorable mention, A. P. S., 
Duluth, 1930. Silver Medal St. Paul, 1934. 
DIXIE (Franklin) (8.64) Each $3.00 
Very dark red, bomb type, large, good stems, vigorous, late, 34 
inches. Color of Philippe Rivoire. A very good red. 
DONALD (Kelsey, 1936) Each $5.00 
A very tall double attaining a height of 54 inches. Rose pink, 
fragrant. Light green foliage. Stems very wiry, carrying me- 
dium sized flowers. Broad, incurved outer petals around closely 
packed row of shorter petals. Faint tinge of yellow deep in 
petals. Very attractive bloom. 
DR. F. G. BRETHOUR (Hans P. Sass) Each $5.00 
D. L. A beautiful pure white with a creamy glow at the center. 
The form is often as fine and quite similar to Solange. Good 
stems. A worthy tribute to a grand man. A Hans P. Sass va- 
riety named by John A. Bongers, Ottumwa, Iowa. Introduced 
in 1938. 
DR. J. H. NEELEY (Good & Reese, 1930) (9.27) 
Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Each $3.00 
Double, midseason, white with a blush tint. Fragrant, strong 
grower and a splendid variety for any collection. Stock limited. 
DR. O. M. SKINNER (Kelsey, 1936) Each $3.00 
Double, medium sized, shell pink. Late midseason. Symmetrical 
and very lovely. 
DUCHESSE DE NEMOURS (Calot) (8.1) 
Each 50c, 3 for $1.25 
Sulphur white fading to pure white. Cup shaped. Fine bud, 
especially fine in half-open bud. 
DUCHESSE d’ORLEANS Each 50c, 3 for $1.25 
Deep pink. Center petals tinted with violet, interspersed with 
salmon. Very pretty. One of the best for cut-flowers. Late. 
DUKE OF WELLINGTON (Calot) (7.8) Each 50c, 3 for $1.25 
Sulphur white. A tall grower. Good. Midseason. 
DULUTH (Franklin) (9.18) Each $2.00 
Large rose type, pure white, stiff stems and vigorous, late, 36 
inches. Blue Ribbon, N. W. Show, St. Paul, 1932. First Class 
Certificate, A. P. S., Chicago, 1933. 
EDITH E. GUMM (Gumm, 1930) (8.70) Each $8.00 
Midseason. An immense flower of medium light pink on extra 
strong stems. Very large foliage. 
EDITH M. SNOOK (Snook) Each $8.00 
Soft ivory delicately tinted pink, some yellow and green tints. 
Distinctive flower. Tall petals slightly cupped. H. M. 
EDULIS SUPERBA Each 50c, 3 for $1.25 
Bright pink. Fine flower, full high-tufted center. Good grower, 
very fragrant. Good cut-flower variety. Early. 
E. C. SHAW (Thurlow) (9.1) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Clear rose, slightly lighter at tip of petals. Outer petals broad 
and imbricated, and extreme center petals shorter. No traces of 
carmine are visible. A beautiful flower, both in color and form. 
Midseason. (Originator’s description.) 
E. F. KELSEY (Kelsey, 1941) Each $8.00 
Double, midseason, very large. A full white with fine, strong 
stem. Extra fine quality bloom. Mr. Kelsey thought enough of 
this variety to let it bear his name. 
EL CAPITAN (Auten) Each $1.00 
Very large light red semi-double, showing some purple. Loose 
petaled but high built, on tall, stiff stems. Showy and much 
admired. Strong grower. 
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ELISA (Dessert-Doriat, 1922) (8.98) Each $1.50 
Color, hydrangea pink. A perfectly formed cup-shaped flower of 
medium to small size. Stems good and of medium height. 
ELIZABETH B. BROWNING (Bra.) Each $1.00 
Pure white, late bloomer. Fragrant, tall. 
ELIZABETH HUNTINGTON (Sass) Each $1.00 
Large midseason pale pink. 
ELLA CHRISTIANSEN (Brand, 1925) (9.0) Each $2.00 
No matter how many peonies you have already planted, You 
will find this a worthy addition. The color is a pleasing dark 
pink, not as deep as Blanche King. Petals are long, narrow and 
heavily serrated on the edges. Flower first opens cup-shaped 
and then assumes a flat posture. A most dependable variety and 
irresistibly appealing to the eye. Should be more widely known 
and grown. 
ELLA LEWIS (Lewis, 1925) (9.04) Each $8.00 
A midseason light pink variety producing good, sturdy stems 
which hold the flowers erect. While originated several years 
ago, the stock is still scarce. The rating indicates that it is 
desirable. 
ELSA SASS (H. P. Sass, 1930) (9.46) Each $3.00 
A Gold Medal variety, very worthy of the distinction. Full dou- 
ble, rather dwarf growing. A lovely white, veiled pink. Stems 
stiff and strong, holding the beautiful large bloom erect under 
all conditions. A true rose form with large petals throughout. 
Does well everywhere, and is an outstanding favorite with all 
who grow it and a consistent winner at shows. One of the 
finest Sass originations. Possesses a texture like velvet and 
shows remarkable class. Another “must have.” 
ELWOOD PLEAS (Pleas, 1900) (8.7) Each 50c 
Very delicate pink, or white, tinted pink. Very large, flat flow- 
ers. Midseason. 
ERNEST HUTCHINSON (Kelsey, 1935) 
None for sale this year 
Rose pink, double. Large 8-inch bloom. Row of broad petals 
open horizontally below a high built ball of closely packed, 
finely cut petals, twisted and intertwined in a compact ball. 
ETHEL MARS (Murawska) Each $4.00 
Formerly sold as Mars. An excellent white semi-double with 
some pink tints. Good stems of medium height. Medium sized 
flower that blooms in midseason. 
EUCHARIS (Lem.) Each 75c 
White; late. 
EUGENE BIGOT (8.3) Each $1.00 
A very fine, brilliant crimson which does not fade. Late mid- 
season. 
EVENING STAR (Sass) Each $2.00, 3 for $5.00 
Late, huge white with a faint edging of flame red on center 
petals. Stands up on strong, tall stems and does not wilt under 
the hot sun. Good cut-flower. One of the latest. 
EXOTIC (Kelsey, 1936) Each $4.00 
Semi-double. Rose pink petals shading lighter toward tips. Mid- 
season. Flowers very unusual and attractive. The semi-double 
flat flowers look oriental. .It waves in the breeze on its long, 
slender stems like an oriental dancer. It is different, and in- 
stantly catches the roving eye. 
EXQUISITE (Kelway, 1912) (8.5) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Beautiful cherry-rose, showing golden anthers in the center. 
Petals tipped with white. Very large flowers, semi-double type. 
Fragrant. Midseason. 
FANNY CROSBY (Brand) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
An early yellow peony with pink guard petals. The plant is 
strong and thrifty and very floriferous. The side buds come 
into bloom with the main flower and if left on the plant they 
make a wonderful showing. If cut when first opening the flow- 
ers will hold the yellow color; otherwise they fade to a white. 
FANNIE LEE (Vories, 1924) (8.48) Each $2.00 
Midseason, red. Rather tall, strong growing variety. Stock lim- 
ited. Fortunately we have a fair stock to offer. 
FASCINATION (Brethour, 1936) Each $5.00 
NR. Double. Midseason. White. Tall creamy white double, 
medium size flowers. Rather fluffy. Excellent stems and foli- 
age, making a fine plant. Fragrant. 
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