Spring 1953 
DEAR CUSTOMER AND FRIEND: 
When we think of shipping, we always wish it were 
possible that you could come to us directly and take 
home our nice big blooming plants in 2!/2 or 3-inch pots 
which we sell locally. It is gratifying to know that thou- 
sands of our eager fans have come from long distances 
and done exactly that. They always enjoy the thrilling 
sight of thousands of Saintpaulias in bloom. They are 
usually pleasantly surprised to find such exceptionally 
sturdy and well developed plants and spend some relaxing 
moments while admiring and selecting their long desired 
favorites. 
Yet, when it comes to all our friends who like Violets 
just as much, but simply cannot come because of distance 
or time, we had no choice but to ship. We cannot ship 
the larger plants, but we are ready to send the best in 
2 inch size. Most of them are well developed, many in 
bud or bloom. Exceptions are some novelties where we 
run short because of unusually heavy demand. Then we 
take the next crop coming up rather than hold up your 
entire shipment. 
Also we have to pick smaller plants on some of the 
large-leafed types, such as Behnke Boy, Georgia Belle, or 
Duponts, as they do not ship well if too big. We ship in 
paper pots, which reduces the breakage of foliage. 
Adjustments will be gladly made if something is wrong 
with your order. Please write immediately upon receipt. 
Wonderful comments on the excellent quality 
of our plants and the perfect condition upon ar- 
rival have been pouring in steadily. Therefore, 
you may order with full confidence, knowing 
that expert care is taken in shipping. 
DISCOUNTS FOR SHIPPING 
COLLECTION SPECIALS 
Pacheole Vicletaces ee 2 ee Any 7 for $5.00 
Facto is>Omyioletses.2 a .20 Any 5 for $6.00 
Pactine les DmeViOlete ent 8 Any 3 for $4.75 
Bache $2 00m Violet semen Tk Any 3 for $5.50 
Eachao2 o04V lOlehee eres eee Any 3 for $6.50 
