BUFF - Class 16 
APRICOT GLORY and GUNPOWDER were very good aaa this year. 
We added PARADISE which is older but very dependable and produces tall 
spikes. Of course we couldn’t leave out SUSQUEHANNA. 
416 APRICOT GLORY (90 days) an outstanding, extremely large glad of 
lovely apricot buff color. Tall, fine placement and good substance. 
Medium 3-30c, 5-45c, Small 3-20c, 5-30c 
416 GUNPOWDER (85 days) a clear buff sport of Picardy. Same as its 
parent except color. Many comments in the field on this one. 
Medium 4-20c, 10-40c 
416 PARADISE (85 days) a fine, tall 2-tone buff that carries 4 to 5 foot 
spikes consistently. 
Large 3-25c, 10-65c, Medium 4-25c, 10-50c, Small 4-20c, 10-40c 
416 SUSQUEHANNA (90 days) a fine peach buff with cream throat. Opens 
6 to 8 medium florets on a straight spike. A very good variety. 
Large 3-25c, 10-65c, Medium 4-25c, 10-50c 
ORANGE - Light 20 Dark 22 Red Orange 24 
This color class will brighten any garden. The miniature ELDA is very 
dainty and a sturdy grower. Small varieties are becoming increasingly popu- 
lar for arrangements and table decorations. The other varieties need no special 
mention. All caused many comments in the field. 
220 ELDA (85 days) an early miniature. Yellow orange with slight brown 
feather. This is a fine little glad that is tall and a very vigorous grower. 
We only list two miniatures but both are good and a decided change from 
the general run of glads. 
Small 4-20c, 10-40c 
420 LANTANA (75 days) light apricot with a blended yellow throat. Opens 
6-8 large florets on a medium stem. A good cut flower and vigorous 
grower. 
Large 3-20c, 10-55c, Medium 4-20c, 10-40c, Small 10-25c 
420 OCTOBER SUNSHINE (85 days) a beautiful, tall, straight, light orange 
blending to a golden yellow throat; opens will in water, propagates easily 
and has healthy habits. Truly a glad of merit. 
Large 20c each, Medium 2-30c, 5-60c 
322 ROMAN GOLD (85 days) a medium sized dark orange with slightly 
pointed florets. Very prolific and vigorous. Its medium size adapts it 
well for either bouquets or table arrangements. 
Small only 10 for 30c 
SHOPPING SERVICE 
If you are too busy or are just starting to grow the gladiolus and don't know 
just what you want, put a note to this effect in our handy business reply en- 
velope along with cash, check or money order in the amount you would like to 
spend and we will choose a well rounded selection of bulbs for you. If you care 
to, you may want to specify the size bulbs you desire or your favorite colors. 
In the past, this shopping service has proven very popular. We have even 
started small commercial growers through this shopping service. 
Each variety selected for you will be packed separately and show the name and 
color, for your convenience. 
