Gilbert H. Wild & Son... Sarecoxie. Mo. 
Japanese Peonies 
MIKADO (Origin unknown) (8.6) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
One of the best reds of the Japanese type. A magnificient land- 
scape variety. The crimson guards surround a center of cham- 
ois, faced crimson. 
MONTEREY (Auten, 1931) 
Light salmon. Honorable Mention. 
MME. BUTTERFLY (Franklin, 1932) (9.05) Each $1.50 
Rose pink Jap. Very profuse and lasting. Good upright grower. 
MRS. MAC (Franklin, 1928) (8.65) Each $1.50 
Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Japanese type large light pink. Upright, strong grower, free 
bloomer, good. Received Blue Ribbon, N. W. Show. 
MRS. WILDER BANCROFT 
MRS. WILDER BANCROFT (Nicholls, 1935) (9.08) 
Each $2.00, 3 for $5.00 
Very brilliant dark red with red staminodes tipped with yellow. 
Early bloomer. One of the best red Japs we have. Have a fine 
stock to offer from the originator’s garden. A dandy, and don’t 
forget it. 
NEON (Nicholls, 1941) Each $2.00, 3 for $5.00 
A midseason variety with large, wide rose-pink guards and 
staminodes tipped and edged gold. Very bright and interesting. 
NIPPON BEAUTY (Auten, 1927) (9.27) 
Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Rich deep red with some yollew edges on center petaloids. At 
the top in clarity and refinement of color. Blooms stay good 
in hottest weather. Strong grower, free bloomer, stiff stems. 
No other Jap. of its color can equal it. 
NIPPON BRILLIANT (Auten, 1933) (9.46) Each $3.00 
Generally considered the finest red Jap. Brilliant red with some 
yellow markings. Late, on tall, stiff stems. Outstanding in 
every way. 
NIPPON CHIEF (Auten, 1931) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Very rich dark red, large bloom, very late, fine plant. An out- 
standing dark red at a lower price, rivaling Nippon Beauty in 
quality. 
NIPPON GOLD (Auten, 1929) (9.02) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Purest golden yellow center of narrow crinkled petals. Guards 
pink, extra fine for cutting. One of my favorites. A bargain at 
the price. 
NIPPON BEAUTY 
NIPPON MAID (Auten, 1931) Each 75c, 3 for $1.50 
A rich dark red Jap. of distinctive form. Red carpels, medium 
to dwarf stems, late. Occasional tufts. Quality at low price. 
NIPPON PARADE (Auten, 1935) (8.95) 
Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
Deep red Jap., bright and cheerful, quite distinct. Center flushed 
lighter. Midseason. A free bloomer and strong grower. Very 
much admired. 
NIPPON SPLENDOR (Auten, 1931) (9.06) Each $1.00 
Dark red Jap., extra fine, yellow edges on center petaloids. Mid- 
season. Tall stiff stems. 
NIPPON WARRIOR (Auten, 1933) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
Another distinct red Jap., center petaloids tipped yellow. Very 
bright. Stiff stems. 
OLIVER TWIST (Kelsey, 1942) Each $5.00 
Japanese type. Pink guards. Central cluster of fine, light pink. 
Staminodes are curiously curved and twisted like a curly headed 
boy. Very interesting formation. No other Jap. like it. 
ONAHAMA (Gumm, 1926) (8.87) Each $3.00 
The rating does not do this peony the justice it rightly deserves. 
Very tall and large cerise red guards. Staminodes tipped yellow. 
This is a most attractive variety. Stock scarce and few to offer. 
POLAR KING (Origin unknown) Each $2.00 
NR. Japanese. Midseason. White. Guard petals white with 
staminodes yellow fading white. Carpels tipped white and white 
disc. Not well known but a good flower. 
POLAR STAR (Sass, 1932) (8.87) Each $2.00 
Midseason Japanese type. Tall, strong stemmed, white guards 
with pink flush. Yellow staminodes and carpels tipped pink. A 
very imposing and lovely flower. 
PRAIRIE AFIRE (Brand, 1932) (8.82) Each $2.00, 3 for $5.00 
Deep pink guards with brilliant red petaloids. A group of this 
variety when in bloom and viewed at a distance creates the 
impression that the name implies. Very showy. 
PRIDE OF BLASDELL (Kelsey, 1934) Each $2.00, 3 for $5.00 
Japanese type. Dark rose-pink guard petals. Yellow tipped pink 
staminodes. Green seed pods, rose tipped. Midseason. A variety 
with increasing appeal from year to year. 
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