“Blowers from the Wilds of Missouri” 
PEONIES 
BARONESS SCHROEDER (Kelway, 1889) (9.0) 
Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
A double white tinted flesh pink. This pink will disappear as 
flower opens, leaving it a pure white. Tall, strong stems and 
one of the best cut flowers we have. Much in demand by com- 
mercial growers. 
BELLE CHINOISE Each $1.00 
If French pronunciation is not easy for you, just call this 
“Pretty Chinese.” An immaculate full double white, sure to 
open, near to bomb type. Medium size and height. Midseason. 
An exquisite peony. 
BEN COFELD (Kelsey, 1934) Each $2.50 
Pink double, like Mons. Jules Elie. Very large petals, closely 
packed and set in edgeways. Almost ball shaped. Heavy stems. 
Shorter outer petals. 
BERT SHAYLOR (Allison) Each $4.00 
This has never been formally introduced but is found in a num- 
ber of gardens and has been shown several times. Mr. H. F. 
Kelsey’s comment on Bert Shaylor—‘A grand Medium Pink, 
good stems and vigorous plant.” 
BETHEL (Kelsey, 1939) Each $3.00 
Pale pink, double. A very refined bloom that Mr. Kelsey ad- 
mired very much. A more complete description after this year’s 
bloom. 
BETTER TIMES (Franklin, 1941) Each $3.00 
Deep rose pink of rose form, straight, strong stem, late mid- 
season, tall, floriforous. 
BETTY BLOSSOM (Thurlow, 1925) (8.9) 
Each 75c, 3 for $1.75 
A large, double, late midseason variety, globular with white 
guard petals faintly tinted yellow and sometimes flecked on the 
back. The distinct collar of narrow petals heavily edged gold 
and a tuft of yellow staminodes of clear yellow at the extreme 
center produces a charming and distinct yellow and white effect. 
BIG BEN (Auten) Each $8.00 
Medium dark red bomb, early, fragrant; opens well, large bloom 
on tall stiff stems. Continues to give promise as a most valua- 
ble addition to the list of commercial cut flower reds. 
BLACK WARRIOR (Nicholls, 1941) Each $4.00 
Not yet rated. A full double, midseason bloomer. Red-black in 
color; no stamens show; medium size and height. A most in- 
teresting introduction. This is a very fine dark red. Stock very 
limited. 
BLANCHE ELIE (Dr. F. G. Brethour, 1934) Each $8.00 
Double, midseason. White guards, pale yellow collar turning 
white. Often shows red markings. A very fine flower. This is 
very similar in form to Mons. Jules Elie. Fragrant. Stock very 
scarce. 
BLANCHE KING (Brand, 1922) (8.9) Each $2.50, 3 for $5.00 
Deep, dark pinks are always admired in the garden planting 
and Blanche King fills the bill completely in this respect. The 
flower is very large, symmetrical and true rose type. A glowing 
deep pink that holds its color in the field or garden. Very late 
bloomer and a consistent winner at our National Peony Shows 
in this color class. 
BLUSH (Nicholls, 1941) Each $4.00 
Here is a peony that is unusually attractive and appealing to 
the eye. The delicate flush coloring greatly adds to its effective- 
ness when used in flower arrangements. Flower medium size, 
held stiff and erect on wiry stems. A very lovely peony that 
appeals to all. Colors hold well. 
BLUSHING BEAUTY (Franklin) (8.92) Each $3.00 
Large full rose type, pale pink with good stems. A good grower 
and free bloomer. Fragrant, late, 36 inches. 
BUFFALO GIRL (Kelsey, 1934) Each $4.00 
Double. Wine, or very deep pink color, shading to white at tips 
of petals. Good stiff stems. Huge blooms. 
CAPITULATION (Brethour, 1938) Each $5.00 
NR. Double. Midseason. White and yellow. Full double globu- 
lar bloom similar to Primevere. Wide guard petals of blush 
white, with a collar of golden yellow smaller petals which hold 
their color well. Stems excellent and medium height. One of the 
best of the so-called yellows. 
CAPTAIN KIDD (Auten) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Dark red semi-double, rich with purple. Large, nearly full dou- 
ble, tall. Color holds except in extreme heat. 
CATHIE ANN (Auten, 1942) Each $10.00 
A deep rose pink, double, no stamens nor seed pods. Rose fra- 
grant, 40 inches tall, leaves start near the ground. A stiff stem. 
Bloom 15 inches above the foliage. Heavy substance, good out 
of cold storage. Late midseason. My best seedling for commer- 
cial pink cut flower out of many thousands of seedlings. (Mr. 
Auten’s description.) We like this one very well. 
CHARLENE (Kelsey, 1942) Each $5.00 
Double, ivory white with cup-shaped center that resembles the 
cup of the night blooming Cereus. Good stems. Late midseason 
bloomer. Flowers as large as Martha Bulloch and as beautiful 
as Kelway’s Glorious. 
CHEROKEE (Franklin, 1931) (8.9) Each $2.00 
Fully double. Midseason. Blush white and somewhat flat flower. 
CHERRY HILL (Thurlow, 1915) (8.6) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Deep garnet. Large flowers with a beautiful sheen. Stamens 
are very showy in blooms not fully developed. Awarded Silver 
Medal by Massachusetts Horticultural Society. One of the best 
reds. 
CHESTINE GOWDY (Brand, 1913) (8.4) 
Each 60c, 3 for $1.25 
Shell-pink with cream colored collar. A perfectly formed, crown- 
shaped flower. The broad pink petals of the cone are occasion- 
ally splashed with crimson. Very fragrant. 
CHIC (Franklin) Each $1.00 
American Beauty red, bomb type, long stems, particularly good 
as a cut flower. Buds like rose buds. 
CLAIRE DUBOIS (Crousse, 1886) (8-7) Each 50c 
Clear, deep violet-rose with silvery tips. A very large, globular 
flower of rose type, and uniform color. Erect, tall, strong grow- 
er. Unpleasant odor. Late. 
CLAUDE BARROW. JR. (Kelsey, 1939) Each $10.00 
One of the largest and finest flowers in the garden. Double 
pink, informal shape. Very desirable. The above is Mr. Kelsey’s 
own description. A profuse bloomer, very large, pointed buds. 
A show flower. 
CORAL ISLE (Kelsey, 1939) Each $4.00 
Semi-double. Late. Real coral color. Makes a striking color 
splash. Nothing like it in the garden. A real break in peony 
color that everyone admires. A limited number to offer again 
this year as we practically sold out of this variety in 1949. 
CORAL QUEEN (H. P. Sass, 1937) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Not yet rated. Formerly known as seedling 6-27. A full double, 
late, low growing, rose type, blush pink, slightly deeper in cen- 
ter. Not nearly so deep a pink as name would indicate. A very 
outstanding flower in its color and a fine exhibition sort. 
CORNELIA SHAYLOR (Shaylor, 1919) (9.1) 
Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
A late, large double type, high-built blooms with immense 
guards of pale rose and a collar of flesh white, with a slightly 
darker shade in the center of the compact, roselike center. Has 
a faint fragrance that is agreeable. Dark, glossy foliage. As 
with most of the very light pinks, this one will fade to white 
with age. Large and beautiful flower that is much admired. 
COURONNE D’OR (8.1) Each 60c, 3 for $1.25 
White, reflecting yellow. Outer petals bordered with carmine. 
Large, full flower of superb form. Golden stamens show through 
the flower. Late. 
DAISY SHERK (Kelsey, 1938) Each $3.00 
Large, flesh-pink double. Open center of light pink. Outer petals 
flesh white. Large bowl shaped flowers. Unusual in form and 
color combination. Midseason. 
DAVID HARUM (Bra.) Each $1.00 
Clear bright crimson; fine texture. Strong stems. Broad light 
green foliage. Good cut flower variety. 
DELICATISSIMA Each 50c, 3 for $1.25 
Clear, delicate pink. Large flower, fine bud, strong stems. Fra- 
grant. A fine cut-flower variety. Midseason to late. 
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