Dear Fellow Gardeners: 
Some of you who receive this, our 1953-54 catalog, are old friends who 
have watched our development over the years. In fact it is due largely 
to this early interest and enthusiasm that we were encouraged to continue 
and expand. Our new friends may be interested to know a little of our 
beginning. Twelve years ago I started with two Gloxinia plants in the 
sunporch of my home. By crossing these I obtained several very large 
flowers in a new color range, and from these have gradually been de- 
veloped some of the beautiful plants that today may be found in our 
greenhouses. For many years this was my hobby, and now I devote my 
full time to the growth and development of the business. 
Over these years the color and pattern range of Gloxinias has been 
greatly increased as well as the size of the flower. Slipper Gloxinias in 
the hybrid form are an exciting addition to every collection. 
For the future our aim is to continually improve the foliage so that 
all our varieties will eventually have the quality of leaves that are found 
in our variety Trudy; to increase the color range, and propagate and sell 
true to name varieties that are outstanding; to foster an ever increasing 
knowledge and enthusiasm among our gardening friends, and to introduce 
other plants of merit in the Gesneriaceae family to which both the Glox- 
inia and African Violet belong. 
Yours for better Gloxinias, 
Cth EBuY 
VISITORS WELCOME: We are always pleased 
to have visitors at our greenhouses. People traveling 
long distances should contact us to be sure of a good 
display. 
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS: We have prepared 
a printed booklet which will answer most of your Glox- 
inia questions. If you have any additional problems we 
will always be pleased to help you. Full growing in- 
structions are sent with each order. 
AFRICAN VIOLETS: We grow over 100 varieties of African Violets. If you are 
interested in our special listing just drop us a card. 
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU: All our shipments are guaranteed to reach you in abso- 
lutely perfect condition, and to be true to description. There is no need to return any 
doubtful shipments, as we have complete confidence in your judgment. A short note 
from you will bring prompt replacement at no cost to you. 
Your complete satisfaction is our goal and greatest pleasure! 
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