Want Some Help, Fella? 
THAT’S WHAT WE'RE HERE FOR! — That, and making 
ourselves a living, of course, and we think our 1953 
catalog can help both of us. 4 
So, if you read this book carefully, we’re sure you'll 
be convinced that 
1. We offer the best quality and variety in trees, shrubs, 
evergreens, perennials and annuals for miles around. 
2. This stock, planted according to directions with the 
proper fertilizers and peat or humus, and given the right 
care, will be your KEY to SUCCESS in Gardening. 
3. If you have us landscape your home grounds with 
attractive evergreens, shrubs and trees placed to best 
advantage, and a luxuriant lawn, or if you do the plant- 
ing yourself, with the aid of any information we can give, 
you will get the most enjoyment from your home and at 
the same time increase the value of your property far 
beyond the cash investment involved. 
Now, to get the most help from our catalog, please take 
time to read the planting directions on page 67 which are 
important, — notice the little symbols we have worked 
out, and the information we give about flowering seasons. 
height, color of flowers, foliage and berries; suggestions 
for planting locations, and ideas to make things go a 
little smoother for you. 
All of us at CORLISS BROS.., Inc. join in wishing 
you BETTER GARDENING in 1953 in your plans 
for a beautiful, more comfortable home. 
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