COLOR BLENDINGS and UNUSUAL EFFECTS 
Unusually lovely creations which we have pur- 
posely listed separately to make your garden 
planning easier. Each is a distinct personality 
quite unlike any other Tulip of any group. 
There are such subtle blendings of many artistic, 
delicate colors and hues that it is almost impos- 
sible to describe the beauty of any of them. All 
are extremely popular because they blend them- 
selves to many special purposes, and most will 
blend beautifully with any types of color com- 
binations. 
V STRAIN #114 
BEVERLEY. (26 inches high). (Cottage). A wonderful,and distinct 
shade of orange-flame color that is a beacon in the garden. One 
of the most lovely of all orange colored Tulips and especially 
nice for cutting. 
3-60c 6-$1.05 12-$1.85 25-$3.40 
V_ STRAIN #53 
CARRARA, (26 inches high). (Cottage). An exquisite variety with all 
the lovely characteristics of a bold flashing white when viewed 
from a distance. But at close range it is a mellowed delicately 
blue toned white, just the same as the famous Italian marble after 
which it was named. As you can imagine, it is of exceptional 
value in floral arrangements where the delicacy of its beauty can 
be exhibited to the fullest advantage. The flowers are softly 
rounded in shape, and exquisitely molded. Stems are relatively 
100-$12.75 
Photo by Roche 
DARWIN TULIP — QUEEN OF NIGHT 
tall and strong. Will withstand considerable wind, and depend- @ 
able in every way. A floral treasure that must be grown to be 
appreciated. V_sSTRAIN #116 , 
3-45c 6-75¢ 12-$1.45 25-$2.75 100-$10.15 MARJORIE BOWEN. (30 inches high). (Cottage). A rare combina- 
tion of luscious colors makes this one of Van Tubergen’s indis- 
pensable varieties. The large and beautifully shaped flower is of 
salmon and bluff shading into deep rose pink with luminous 
salmon shadings. The base is white. Especially fine for cutting. 
Highly recommended. 
V_ STRAIN #79 
DIDO. (30 inches high). (Cottage). A gloriously radiant set of colors 
are combined in this peerless variety. An enchanting cherry or 
Jasper red is overlaid with a luminous salmon flush changing to 
orange at the margins. A truly stunning variety which we espe- 3-45c Gre 12-$1.45 25-$9.75 100-$10.15 
cially recommend. Sweetly scented. v a 
3-50c 6-90c 12-$1.75 25-$3.20 100-$12.00 SARAIN 2 
VIRIDIFLORA PRAECOX. (18 inches high). (Cottage). An unusual 
and exotic variety which is quite unlike any other Tulip known. 
It is a lovely combination of pale green and cream, creating quite 
V STRAIN #115 
GEISHA. (30 inches high). (Cottage). This is most unique for un- 
usual color. The flowers are a vinaceous dove-grey similar to the 
iridescent colors seen on the-wings of pigeons. Interior is glisten- 
ing soft purple-violet and the base is tinted yellow. The flowers 
an unusual effect in the garden. Has proven of exceptional value 
for use in flower arrangements of all types. Although it is rela- 
tively rare and difficult to obtain, Van Tubergen grows a good 
are of long oval shape and firmly poised on tall stems. Popular supply every year just to take care of the great demand from our 
with all who enjoy the unusual. gardening friends. 
3-60c 6-$1.05 12-$1.85 25-$3.40 100-$12.75 Ea. 65c 3-$1.80 6-$3.50 12-$6.95 
DEO OVD OV DRIP DV DOD DOLD DLP VDD OPO LPL PV OOO LP OLD LOL VOL LPP D LP LOL LPP LPL PLP LILO 
for your special delight, we proudly present these 
Four (brand new) Brilliant TULIP INTRODUCTIONS 
doing well despite rains and blazing sun. EACH is exceptionally long-lasting, 
both in the garden and in bouquets. 
grouped together because they’re so entrancing that way, but available sepa- 
rately if you prefer to stress just one glorious, vivid clear color! 
Choose them as a group, or Choose them individually. But just don’t do without_ 
them. They’re so lovely, so true to color, so exciting and radiant that there 
are really not enough superlative words to do them full justice! Try them and 
EACH is truly like a rare jewel, worthy of the finest possible setting! EACH 
comes from one of Holland’s most notable growers! EACH is so clear, and un- 
shadowed, that it is first in its color class.) EACH is outstanding for Size. . 
Vigor . . . Perfection of Form and Performance! EACH is amazingly rugged, see! 
ANKARA. (28 inches high). Like captured sunbeams, the luscious, flowers, as you may note from the pnoto at the left, are held 
bright clear yellow of these blossoms will light up your garden, 
holding you spellbound, and they'll prove quite as enchanting 
(and long lasting) when you cut them for floral arrangements! A 
pure Darwin, Ankara is tall and strong with exceptionally large 
flowers of exquisite form! 
Each 45c = 33-$1.10 = 6-$2.05 =—-12-$4.10 = 25-$7.35  — 100-$28.50 
ARLINGTON. (34 inches high). As beautiful as a ruby, and so true 
to that rare jewel’s nuances of clear, deep red that Arlington is 
beyond a doubt a “red” Darwin without a peer! Of commanding 
height, with large, full, perfectly formed flowers of excellent sub- 
stance borne with stately grace. 
Each 30c 3-65c 6-$1.15 12-$2.25 25-$4.15 100-$15.75 
RELIANCE. (26 inches high). Definitely a dark beauty of great 
distinction. The rich, deep purple is softly toned with blue, re- 
maining very clear and lovely throughout. Extremely well shaped 
Tulip Ensemble Collection #181 
3 each of above 4 New Tulips 
(Catalog Value $3.25) 
Specially Priced at $2.85 
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Tulip Ensemble Collection #182 
6 each of above 4 New Tulips 
(Catalog Value $5.90 
Specially Priced at $5.15 
proudly aloft on tall, strong stems. Regal in every way, it will 
prove most effective in the garden, and more than intriguing in 
every bouquet to which it lends its glowing color, 
Each 30c =. 3-75c_~— 6 $1.35 =—-12-$2.70 = 255-$4.90  100-$18.75 
SMILING QUEEN. (26 inches high). One of the most magnificent 
pink varieties ever created; in size, form and color, And like 
“Tubergen’s Glory” we doubt if its exquisite beauty will be du-. 
plicated within this generation. It is such a delectable, soft pure 
pink, it makes one think of a pretty young girl’s first, fairy-like, 
pink dancing frock, A distinguished member of the Cottage 
Group with strong, tall, straight stems. Extremely long lasting, 
both in the garden and as a cut flower. Although the flowers are 
of exceptional size they are perfectly formed, perfectly balanced, 
and exquisite in every detail. A majestic creation you just can’t 
do without. Dependable under the most exacting conditions. 
Each 30c_ -3-75c ~—6-$1.85 == 12-$2.70 —-255-$4.90 —_—-100-$18.75 
Tulip Ensemble Collection #183 
12 each of above 4 New Tulips 
(Catalog Value $11.75) 
Specially Priced at $9.95 
