WHITE CHALLENGE (Arnett ’47) 501 (M). An immense white, some- 
times clear and at other times slightly flushed with pink; a not very prom- 
inent diffused rose throat marking. Capable of producing stupendous spikes, 
with up to 10 huge round flowers open on very long, stretchy flowerheads. 
It has been the winner of several Grand Championships, and this last 
summer it took at least one ‘Most Open” award. Could also be a contender 
for “longest flowerhead” as well as biggest floret. In other words it is an 
all-around giant that you should grow if you like the big ones. The color 
is most pleasing too. A fair propagator. 
L .50, M .35, S .25, Bulblets 4—.25, 10—.50, 100—$4.90 
WHITE CHRISTMAS (Fischer ’48) 500 (EM). A ruffled white that has 
usually been very nice here; not quite as good as usual this past season, 
however. Under ideal conditions it can produce excellent spikes, altho 
large bulbs should probably be de-eyed (all except one growth bud cut out) 
before planting. Otherwise it may split and throw several spikes of inferior 
quality. It opens 7 or 8 large heavily ruffled florets on spikes of moderate 
height. Has been a great show winner, and picked up another Grand Cham- 
pionship at the 1950 Michigan show. 
L .25, M 2—.25, S 4—.25, Bulblets 25—.25, 100—.75 
WHITE GODDESS (Roberts ’48) 500°(EM). A beautiful heavily ruffled 
white with a creamy center. One of our most popular originations, both 
for show and commercial use. A heavy winner of blue ribbons at the 1950 
shows, and always a contender for higher awards. It opens 7 or 8 well- 
placed ruffled florets on very tall stems, long flowerheads that never lack 
for stretchiness. Sometimes attachment of the first floret or two is slightly 
loose, especially from smaller bulbs. Produces lots of bulblets which ger- 
minate quickly and make wonderful growth. Definitely the most consistent 
of the heavily ruffled giant whites. 
L 50, M.30, S.20, Bulblets 4—.20, 10—.40, 100—$3.00 
WHITE MAGIC (Kuhn 747) 400 (E-EM). A ruffled white that is also 
quite an early bloomer. Usually comes on at least a week before White 
Goddess, and we have used it quite extensively as a cut flower. Not too 
tall, but cuts with a good stem. It will open seven 5-inch florets at a time. 
Only a fair increaser; takes a little time to work up a stock, but it is 
worth it. 
L $1.00, M.75, S .50, Bulblets 2—.25, 10—$1.00, 100—$8.00 
WILMA DITTMAN (Maier ’49) 516 (M). A nice light buff with a spot 
of soft rose or scarlet in the throat. A tall, regular grower that always 
produces spikes of high quality. The color is quite pale, perhaps too pale 
for some tastes, altho we consider it quite good. It is definitely a lighter, 
more creamy shade of buff than most others in its class. Florets are very 
large, lightly frilled, with up to 8 open at a time on fine spikes. A fast 
propagator and a producer of nice looking bulbs. 
L $1.50, M $1.00, S.75, Bulblets 2—.30, 10—$1.25, 100—$10.00 
ZEPHYR (Butt 50) 441 (EM). A medium pink with a sharply contrast- 
ing dark red blotch. A wonderful grower, producing tall spikes that are 
as much alike as peas in a pod. Described as a larger Lipstick, altho to 
us the color is not so pleasing. A fine propagator. 
L .50, M .35, S .25, Bulblets 10—.30, 100—$2.40 
“JUNE DAY was ahead of the pack and performed even better than last 
year. I can’t decide which is, prettier, WHITE CHRISTMAS or WHITE 
GODDESS. SEASHELL is an exquisite light pink. BOISE BELLE is, I 
think, your outstanding introduction to date, topping even SUN SPOT. A 
basket of BOISE BELLE would really be something to behold.” 
J.O., Virginia, 12/31/49 
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