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THE STANDARD CYCLOPEDIA OF HORTICULTURE, Edited by 
L. H. Bailey. The universal and invaluable authority on every 
phase of horticulture. A compact but thorough presentation 
of the kinds, characteristics, and methods of cultivation of the 
plants grown in the United States and Canada. New three- 
volume edition. Being printed. $35.00. 
SUNSET FLOWER ARRANGEMENT BOOK. Clearly explains 
flower composition. Contrast, harmony, gradation, balance— 
all illustrated with 52 beautiful photos and 200 step-by-step 
drawings. $1.75. 
THE AFRICAN VIOLET. By Helen Van Pelt Wilson. All about 
America’s favorite house plant, history, culture, propagation, 
pests, diseases, sources, varieties, well illustrated and dia- 
grammed. $2.75. 
GARDEN FLOWERS IN COLOR. By D. J. Foley. A guide book 
for the beginner and a reference for the advanced gardener. 
Over 350 color illustrations of important garden flowers with 
identification and brief practical cultural directions. Included 
are plans for typical gardens and a section of soils, fertilizers 
with sketches of many garden operations. $2.95. 
THE CAMELLIA. Sponsored by the Pacific Coast Camellia Socie- 
ties, it gives the latest approved culture, variety descriptions 
and authentic nomenclature. An invaluable handbook. $1.25. 
AZALEAS AND CAMELLIAS. By H..H. Hume. The standard 
text on the growing of these two interesting groups of plants. 
Although this book was written primarily for Florida condi- 
tions it is applicable to all regions where either of these 
shrubs are grown. All phases of culture are carefully explained 
—soils, plantings, care, pests and so on. $2.00. 
ORCHIDS ARE EASY TO GROW. By Logan & Cosper. The 
latest manual of Orchid culture, practical and beautifully illus- 
trated with color plates, wood cuts, and drawings. Charts and 
tables give you quickly available information about all the 
worthwhile Orchid classifications. $6.00. 
BEGONIAS AND HOW TO GROW THEM. Bessie R. Buxton, 
honorary Vice-President and Director of the American Begonia 
Society. Includes all phases of culture of all types of Begonias. 
Discusses in detail more than 200 varieties. $2.25, 
PROPAGATION OF PLANTS. By Kains and McQuesten. A com- 
plete guide for professional and amateur growers of plants by 
seeds, layers, grafting and budding, with chapters on nursery 
and greenhouse management. In direct, simple language it 
discusses all phases of the subject, explains technical and scien- 
tific terms and tells how and why of all processes. $4.00. 
GARDEN BULBS IN COLOR. By McFarland, Hatton and Foley. 
An invaluable aid in the preparation of plans for bulb plant- 
ing. Contains 250 color illustrations and many halftones of 
many varieties of flowers grown from bulbs, corms and tubers. 
Cultural directions are also included. $3.49. 
HOW TO GROW BETTER ROSES. By James Gallagher. At last! 
A rose book written for the West Coast. The author, well 
known by Pasadena rose lovers, presents his very successful 
methods, from suitable varieties and planting to grooming for 
flower shows. Illustrated and diagrammed. $1.25. 
SUNSET IDEAS FOR LANDSCAPING YOUR HOME. Plans for 
getting more living out of your lot, friendly informal living, 
with more attractive backgrounds. 250 illustrations, 63 pages, 
Hear lists of the best trees, shrubs, and‘ flowers for special 
uses. 00. 
ROSES OF THE WORLD IN COLOR. J. Horace McFarland. Here 
is a compietely new edition of the rose picture book which 
helps you know your roses in appearanace and performance. 
By the outstanding rose authority, it is a favorite with ama- 
teurs and seasoned rose growers everywhere. 283 all color illus- 
trations. $5.00. 
THE NEW GARDEN ENCYCLOPEDIA. Edited by E. L. D. Sey- 
mour. For all U. S. climates, soils, seasons and methods. 750 
pictures. Popular and botanical names. Disease and pest con- 
trols. Everything you need to know about anything you want 
to grow. $3.95. 
HOW TO PRUNE FRUIT TREES. By R. Sanford Martin. Clearly 
diagramed, this book tells the how, when, why and where of 
pruning deciduous, citrus, subtropical fruits and berries. $1.25. 
HOW TO PRUNE WESTERN SHRUBS. By R. Sanford Martin. 
A practical, easily followed manual of pruning shrubs to en- 
hance their beauty and usefulness. Fully diagramed. $1.25. 
GLADIOLUS. By F. F. Rockwell. 
planting and growing of Gladioli. 
time and disappointment. $1.75. 
Covers well and concisely the 
A handbook that will save 
SUNSET WESTERN GARDEN BOOK. Compiled by Sunset Maga- 
zine Editors. This very usable book deals with the special ad- 
vantages and problems of the year round gardens of the 
Pacific Coast. Illustrated and diagramed. $2.00. 
HYBRID CYMBIDIUM CHECK LIST. Compiled by the San Diego 
County Orchid Society. 1300 Cymbidium hybrids, with the 
most desirable characteristics, such as early blooming, good 
keeping qualities, large flowers, with heavy texture and clear 
colored sepals and petals. Discussion of hereditary character- 
istics of the most important parent species. $2.00. 
grasses for sun or shade. Lb. $1.25. 
The Master Gardener recommends the 
use of 1 pint (1 pound) of Vigoro per 20 
feet of row when planting bulbs. 
Vigoro helps: 
1. Necessary fall root growth. 
2. Supply food in early spring. 
3. Assure finer bloom. 
4. Produce better bulbs. 
You're sure to agree, once you try this 
complete plant food made by Swift. 
VEGETABLES FOR VITAMINS 
Garden fresh vegetables contain the 
richest, surest source of health-giv- 
ing vitamins. Insure your family’s 
health by growing this assortment of 
easily grown vegetables. 
Pkt. Beets, Detroit Red for vitamins C, G; greens for A, G. 
Pkt. Carrot, Danvers for vitamins A, B, C, G 
Pkt. Cucumber, Long Green, for vitamins A, B, C. 
Pkt. Lettuce, Los Angeles Market, for vitamins A, B, C, G, E. 
Pkt. Muskmelon, Hale’s Best, for vitamin C. 
. Onion, White Sweet Spanish, for vitamins B, C, G. 
Pkt. Parsley, Champion Moss Curled, for vitamin C. 
. Squash, Green Bush Scalloped, for vitamins A,, B. 
Pkt. Tomato, Pearson, for vitamins A, B, C. 
Pkt. Turnip, Purple Top White Globe, for vitamin C; greens for 
A, B, C, G. 
14-lb. Beans, White Kentucky Wonder Pole, special rust-resistant 
for vitamins A, B, C, G. 
hay pee “T”’ Strain Golden Cross Bantam, for vitamins A, B, 
COLLECTION SPECIAL 
No. 12 $1.00 
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