“Glowers from the Wilds of Missouri” 
PEONIES 
BALL O’ COTTON (Franklin, 1920) (8.8) 
Each $1.00, 3 for $2.00 
Double type, large, late midseason. Petals incurved, overlapping 
at first, forming a large, compact white ball. Later, the enor- 
mous outer petals unfold and the evenly graduated inner petals 
form a rose-like center of crisp texture. There is a faint lemon 
tint in the center when fully open. Fragrance mild and sweet. 
Strong stems, foliage good. Excellent habit for garden use. 
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 (Auten, 1935) 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 $2.00 
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 (Shaylor seedling. Never 
introduced by him.) 
Double good sized flower, fine stems. Good medium pink. 
Vigorous. 
BETHEL (Kelsey, 1939) Each $3.00 
NR. Semi-double. Midseason. Blush pink. Medium sized flower 
on good stems of moderate height. On mature plants it makes 
a flower of great beauty. Mr. Kelsey thought it one of his best. 
BETTER TIMES (Franklin, 1941) Each $3.00 
Deep rose pink of rose form, straight, strong stem, late mid- 
season, tall, floriforous. Very showy. 
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, 1943) Each $7.00 
Medium dark red bomb, early, fragrant; opens well, large bloom 
on tall stiff stems. Continues to give promise as a most valu- 
able addition to the list of commercial cut flower reds. Espe- 
cially good in the South. 
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 $4.00 
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. 
Each $2.00 
BLANCHE KING (Brand, 1922) (8.9) Each $3.00 
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 $3.00 
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, 1931) (8.92) Each $2.00 
Large full rose type, pale pink with good stems. A good grower 
and free bloomed. 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 $4.00 
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, 1934) 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. 
CAROLYNE MAE NELSON (Sass, 1937) Each $4.00 
Late midseason. Large, very dark crimson-maroon. One of the 
fine dark reds. Tall strong stems. 
CATHIE ANN 
CATHIE ANN (Auten, 1942) Each $8.00 
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. Especially good 
in the South. 
CHARLENE (Kelsey, 1938) Each $5.00 
NR. Double. Midseason. White. Loose full double creamy white 
with strong stems and good foliage. Medium height and mid- 
season. This is one of the loveliest of all of Mr. Kelsey’s best 
originations and stands up well in any company. 
CHEROKEE (Franklin, 1931) (8.50) Each $3.00 
Double. Late. Blush white. Though having no stamens this 
flower opens up more like a semi-double being very large and 
flat with flowers blush white resembling the well known rose 
of the same name. It is an excellent garden flower. 
Bos Gis 
