Giant Single Asters—Artistic and Graceful Cutflowers 
BURNETT’S BEAUTIFUL ASTERS 
The introduction of a Wilt-resistant strain of Asters of recent years has helped tremendously in restoring this beautiful flower to popular 
favor as a garden plant. 
Up until the time of the origination of this resistant strain, garden enthusiasts were becoming discouraged trying to 
grow Asters outdoors with the wilt-disease so prevalent. The appearance of this new strain has again awakened interest in the culture of Asters. 
For best results the ground cannot be too richly prepared. 
For July and August flowers, sow in March or April in cold frames or hotbeds. 
and October. 
being the best for cutting and general garden use. 
GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA 
The flowers measure 5 to 6 inches in,diame- 
ter, and are unsurpassed as cut flowers; long 
and sturdy stems. 
Azure Blue Dark Blue 
Crimson Peach Blossom 
Dark Purple Salmon Pink 
Deep Rose Mixed Pure White 
Each, pkt. 35c., oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.65 
COLLECTION: 
1 pkt. each, above 8 colors, $1.75 
SUPER-GIANTS 
Of the general habit of the Giants of Cali- 
fornia, but earlier and much larger. Very 
artistic due to the unusual curling and inter- 
lacing of the petals. 
El Monte. Deep glowing crimson. 
Los Angeles. Pure shell pink. 
Each, pkt. 30c., 4 oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.65 
LATE GIANT BRANCHING 
Wilt-resistant 
These are, without doubt, the finest Asters 
grown for late use. The plants are of vigorous 
growth and covered with large, long-stem- 
med flowers, graceful and feathery in effect. 
Azure Blue DeepCrimson Light Rose 
Deep Purple Shell Pink Pure White 
Mixed 
Each, pkt. 25c., 4 oz. $1.00, oz. $3.50 
Collection: 
1 pkt. each, above 6 coiors, $1.25 
AMERICAN BEAUTY 
Wilt-resistant 
This beautiful variety is beyond doubt one 
of the grandest sorts in cultivation. It is of 
the Late Branching type, growing from 2 to 
214 feet high. The flowers are large and full 
with incurved petals. 
Crimson Flesh Pink 
Purple Rose White 
Mixed 
Each, pkt. 25c., 14 oz. $1.25, oz. $4.00 
Collection: 
1 pkt. each, above 6 colors, $1.25 
GIANT CREGO or Tall Ostrich Feather 
Wilt-resistant 
The finest, easily grown Asters for both 
garden display and cutflowers. Well branched 
plants of sturdy growth, 2 ft. high. Long 
stemmed, full double flowers 5 inches across. 
Azure Blue Crimson Light Pink 
Purple Rose White 
Mixed 
Each, pkt. 25c., 4 oz. $1.00, oz. $3.50 
Collection: 
1 pkt. each, above 6 colors, $1.25 
QUEEN OF THE MARKET 
Wilt-Resistant 
The earliest flowering Aster, coming into 
bloom in July. The flowers are of good size 
and borne on long stems, making them 
exceedingly valuable for cutting. 
Crimson Light Blue Pink 
Purple Rose White 
Mixed 
Each, pkt. 25c., 144 0z. $1.00, oz. $3.50 
Collection: 
1 pkt. each, above 6 colors, $1.25 
| Barbara. 
| Bonnie. ; 
| Elizabeth. New. Pure white, a long awaited 
Azure Blue 
NOVELTY YELLOW ASTERS 
Golden Dream.. Very large-flowered, soft 
canary yellow. 
Sunray. Fine true yellow. 
Each, pkt. 50c., 4 oz. $1.50 
CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE 
(Illustrated in color, page 7) 
A distinct type of Single Asters, flowers 
crested with quilled golden yellow centers. 
Excellent for decorative purposes. 
Finest Mixed. Pkt. 35c., 44 oz. $1.00 
4 oz. $1.75. 
EARLY GIANT 
Wilt-resistant 
The finest large-flowered, heavy-stemined 
Asters yet developed. They are of the large 
California type. Prized for early flowering. 
Rose Marie. Fascinating lovely shade of rose. 
Light Blue. Rich, clear blue, long stems. 
Peach Blossom. Soft pastel pink. 
Mixed. A mew blend of above plus white 
and crimson. 
Each, pkt. 35c., 14 oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.75 
PRINCESS ASTERS 
Wilt-resistant 
A very attractive New Early Flowering 
Aster. Branching habit, very free flowering. 
The 3-31 in. flowers have a deep crested 
center. Wonderful cutflowers. 2-2 ft. tall. 
Anne. Lovely peach blossom pink. 
Fine shade of orchid-lavender 
Soft salmon-rose. 
color in the Princess Asters. 
Eva. Rich royal purple, a truly stunning 
color. 
Golden Sheaf. The only yellow Aster. 
Linda. Clear, light rose pink. 
Margaret. True ‘‘Florist Rose.’ 
Marsha. Vibrant cinnabar scarlet. 
Pat. New for 1952. See page 4. 
Susan. Very rich, deep blue. 
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Mixed. Special blend of all colors. 
Each, pkt. 30c., 1 oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.75 
Ball Early White Asters 
92 Chambers Shae New York 7, N. Y. 9 
Plants from seed sown in the open ground in May will bloom in September 
We especially recommend the following as 
Queen of the Market Asters 
EARLY ROYAL 
An excellent early Astet. Blooms directly 
following the Queen of the Market. Choice 
Mixéd. Pkt. 20c., 14 oz. $1.00, oz. $3.00. 
GIANT SINGLE ASTERS 
Largest and finest Single-fiowered Aster. 
Flowers 3 to 4 inches across, with stems 144 
to 2 feet in length; petals slightly twisted. 
Azure Blue Rose Scarlet 
Flesh Deep Blue White 
Each, pkt. 35c., 4 oz. $1.00, 14 oz. $1.75 
Collection: 
1 pkt. each, above 6 colors, $1.75 
New Upright Single Rainbow Mixed. 
W.R. Many beautiful colors. Outstanding 
cutflower strain, widely used by florists. 
Pits 20cm by Oz. MOC OzZs p2.50: 
SPECIALTY ASTERS 
(All Wilt-resistant) 
Ball Deep Rose. Fine early rose-pink. 
Mid-August. Pkt. 25c., 144 oz. $1.25. 
Ball Early White. Pure’ white, 
crested center. August to September 
Pkt 30e,, 4 oz. $1200: 
Ball Late White. Long-stemmed, 
large-flowered white. Mid-September. 
PKG 25Ch a 40 Oz. hleoos 
Blue Flame. Bright navy blue. Large, 
double flowers of the Giant Crego 
type. August to September. Pkt. 
25c., % oz. $1.00. 
Heart of France. 
red flowers on long stems. 
Y4 oz. $1.75 
Large, deep ruby- 
Pkt. 30c., 
PERENNIAL ASTERS 
Alpinus, Goliath. Large, soft blue. 
Alpinus albus. Pure white. 
Amellus, Rudolf Goethe. 
lavender. 
Wartburg Star. Very choice lavender blue. 
Perennial Mixed. Tall, cut flower varieties. 
Each, pkt. 50c., 3 pkts. $1.35 
Fine, large 
Reliable Flower Seeds 
