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Polynesia (2), a very fine deep orange-salmon blending into cream in throat, which 
has several scarlet lines; 10 to 12 florets out at a time on a tall tapering spike, a 
real Gladiolus for exhibition purposes, good grower. Rated AA (Superior) in 
U.S.A. 1949. $ 2.00 per doz. $ 14.00 per 100 
Popular (1), a fine mahogany-red overlaid with a warm velvety shading, a beauty 
on account of its wonderful color and stately habit. 20 cts. each; $ 2.00 per doz. 
Pride of Holland (2). A very deep red variety with a longstraight spike and 7 to9 open 
florets at a time. A glorious colored novelty, which produces a most effective 
display in all positions. $ 1.50 each 
PROF. BOERHAAVE (1), a glorious deep rosy-pink of lovely form and per- 
fect carriage witha glowing carmine-red blotch onlower petals. Enormous 
spike of 8 to 10 wide open florets, perfectly placed on a strong stem. A 
giant gladiolus of high quality. 60 cts. each; $ 6.00 per doz. 
Rose Emely (1), A delightful variety of a vivid Begonia-pink with a particular charm, 
undoubtedly one of the finest and best in its color. A stately Gladiolus of com- 
manding poise, ideal in shape and texture. A successful seedling of the wellknown 
Gladiolus General Eisenhower. $ 2.50 each 
Romano (2), this extreme beauty is a variety of delicate character, gentle grace 
and of a most glorious hue. Ivory-white florets of perfect shape and solid tex- 
ture, well placed on a strong stem. $ 1.20 per doz.; $ 8.50 per 100 
Royal Opera (2), a lovely amaranth-purple with deep purple marked blotch in lower 
petal, the large wide-open flowers of good form are nicely arranged on an upright 
tall stem, its exceptional color combination makes it a very distinct garden variety. 
$ 1.20 per doz.; $ 8.50 per 100 
SANS SOUCI (2), one of the most outstanding novelties of the season, a new- 
comer of a brilliant appearance on account of its fascinating scarlet color. 
A superb Gladiolus which is generally regarded as one of the choicest of the 
scarlet varieties. A garden plant of great distinction, splendid cutflower 
and excellent for decorative purposes. Rated A (Excellent) in U.S.A. 1951 
$ 1.50 each; $ 15.00 per doz. 
Safe (2), a very delicate cattleya-pink introduction with a bluish-violet tinge in 
throat; 6 to 7 lovely florets of ideal shape open at the same time which form a spike 
of ideal habit. 20 cts. each; $ 2.00 per doz. 
SALMAN’S ELITE (2), a very noble flower of exceptional texture and refined 
quality; the wonderful color is purest white, with primrose yellow 
blotch on lower petals. A most handsome variety of good substance and 
perfect growth, which produces a most effective display. 
$ 1.25 per doz.; $ 9.00 per 100 
SALMAN’S MASTERPIECE (1), one of the largest new introductions producing 
an impressive spike of commanding beauty. The large well opened florets 
of a salmon-red are well arranged on a very tall and upright stem. 
25 cts. each; $ 2.50 per doz. 
VANGUARD (2), a very choice Gladiolus of unrivalled beauty and grace. 
Well formed flower, light yellow in color with a clear red spot in throat. 
A variety of delicate yet vivid appearance, which will be admired as a 
garden plant as well as a cutflower. 10 cts. each; $ 1.00 per doz. 
WINSTON CHURCHILL(2), this wonderful new introduction is as outstand- 
ing as its name indicates, a choice flower of a beautiful dark velvety red 
with 7 to 8 very large well formed florets out at a time, which are nicely 
displayed on a strong erect stem, making it a broad noble truss of 
splendid carriage, it is a Mansoer seedling of great merit. Recommended 
for exhibition and for the garden. 20 cts each; $2.00 per doz. 
White Superior (2). A very delicate, pure white flower of stately habit. A charming 
variety with wide open, well-formed blooms on a straight stem. An elegant 
Gladiolus, special recommended as a cutflower. 15 cts. each; $ 1.50 per doz. 
