“Blowers from the Wilds of Missouri” 
PEONIES 
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E. F. KELSEY (Kelsey, 1941) Each $6.00 
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. This is a very lovely peony. 
EL CAPITAN (Auten, 1937) 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. 
ELIZABETH B. BROWNING (Brand, 1907) 
Pure white, late bloomer. Fragrant, tall. 
ELIZABETH HUNTINGTON (H. P. Sass, 1930) (8.98) 
Each $1.00 
An early double, loosely formed, pale pink with stamens show- 
ing. Tall and imposing. An exquisite flower appealing to the eye. 
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 irresist- 
ibly appealing to the eye. 
ELLA LEWIS (Lewis, 1925) (9.04) Each $6.00 
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. 
ELOISE (Auten, 1934) (8.70) Each $5.00 
Double. Late. Light pink. Large full double globular flower of 
creamy light pink. Good stems of medium height. A flower of 
charm and refinement. 
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 consistant winner at shows. One of the 
finest Sass originations. Possesses a texture like velvet and 
shows remarkable class. Another “must have.” 
Each $1.00 
ELWOOD PLEAS (Pleas, 1900) (8.7) Each 75c, 3 for $1.50 
Very delicate pink, or white, tinted pink. Very large, flat flow- 
ers. Midseason. 
ERNEST HUTCHINSON (Kelsey, 1935) Each $5.00 
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, 1943) 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. 
EUGENE BIGOT (Dessert, 1894) (8.3) Each $1.00 
A very fine, brilliant crimson which does not fade. Late mid- 
season. Makes a fine display. 
EVENING STAR (Sass, 1937) (9.50) Each $1.50, 3 for $4.00 
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 $3.00 
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, 1907) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
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. 
FAIRLEIGH (Brown, 1938) Each $2.00 
Double. Midseason. Tall, light pink, lighter at center. Fragrant. 
FASCINATION (Brethour, 1936) Each $4.00 
NR. Double. Midseason. White. Tall creamy white double, 
medium size flowers. Rather fluffy. Excellent stems and foli- 
age, making a fine plant. Fragrant. 
FELIX CROUSSE (Crousse, 1881) (8.4) Each 75c, 3 for $2.00 
A dependable, attractive red that has given satisfaction for many 
years. A variety that will stand the test of time for as many 
years as Felix Crousse has, surely must be good. A great com- 
mercial variety, and holds in storage with the best of them. 
Color is brilliant crimson, of even tone and silky luster. Mid- 
season. 
Unnamed Seedling 
Secial 
We have several thousand unnamed seedlings the most 
of which are single flowering, some Japs, and a few doubles. 
These are fair to good flowers, but not good enough to name. 
They will be fine for mass planting and quite showy if ycu _ 
do not care for the named varieties. We would not be able 
to sort as to color or kind. 
9 for $2.50 =rerao 10 for $4.50 
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