No. 1 Newly planted 
Rose showing proper 
pruning. and set at 
proper depth. 
Hou to (Care for Koved 
All Roses flourish best when planted in good, rich, 
well-drained soil in an open sunny location, but shel- 
tered from north winds. They should be in beds or bor- 
ders by themselves where roots of neighboring trees or 
shrubs will not penetrate or rob the soil. Make the hole 
deep (10 to 12 inches) and be sure that the plant is set 
low enough so that the bud union (graft) is about 1 
inch below the surface of the ground. As you take each 
plant from the packing, soak the roots for several hours 
in water, or better yet dip them for a minute in a Ra- 
Pid-Gro solution, then plant as above recommended, 18 
inches apart. Roots should be spread out naturally, the 
soil pressed very firmly around them, then water thor- 
oughly. Prune back tops to within 4 to 6 inches of the 
ground when planting, and cover entire plant with earth 
to prevent drying oe, wood and buds, earth protection 
to be gradually removed after the buds begin to grow. 
Good cultivation and thorough watering surg say peri- 
ods are essential to success. In early summer before the 
weather becomes hot, it is well to cover the bed with 
two inches of Neutral Peat (see page 22), or an inch 
of Gro-Mulch (see page 22). 
TRI-OGEN 
(Contains Fermate) 
The Climbing Roses are quite hardy, but require win- 
ter protection in places of zero temperatures. Lay down 
the canes in late fall and cover with earth and straw, 
or wrap in straw and burlap then mulch with six inches 
of straw or leaves after the ground has frozen. Ever- 
blooming Climbers must be well protected. The Hybrid 
Teas, Polyantha and Floribunda Roses must have winter 
pees especially in the North. After a sharp frost, 
ut before severe freezing weather, mound earth over 
and around each plant for a distance of 8 to 10 inches, 
then when the ground is frozen down about 2 inches 
cover around the mounds and over them with 6 to 12 
inches of leaves, straw or shredded cornstalks, held 
down with boards. 
Each spring as the Hybrid Teas are uncovered, the 
plants should be trimmed of all wood injured during the 
winter months. Rugosa Roses will require little annual 
pruning except to keep them to the size desired. Climb- 
ing Roses, when once established, should have no trim- 
ming whatever in early spring except to prune out any 
dead wood. Any extensive trimming to Climbers, that 
you find necessary, should be done immediately follow- 
ing the blooming period. 
No. 2. Newly planted Rose, 
showing mounding of earth 
over top to protect from dry- 
ing winds and hot sun. Re- 
move earth gradually when 
growth starts, usually with- 
in 3-4 weeks. 
We recommend Tri-Ogen as the out- 
standing Rose Spray. It not only pro- 
tects the plants against all fungous dis- 
So easy to use! So effective! We con- 
sider this the finest Rose Dust. It, too, 
contains Fermate to control Black Spot, 
and has all the other necessary chemi- 
cals to keep plants free of disease and 
insect pests. It comes in a handy dust 
gun, all ready to apply—no mixing, no 
bother. Instructions are given on each 
package, and we recommend your us- 
eases and insect pests, but also stimu- 
lates vigorous growth and assures 
healthy green foliage and luxuriant 
blooms. Fermate has been incorporated 
in Tri-Ogen, which is so effective in the 
control of Black Spot. Leading Rosari- 
ans, both amateur and professional in 
all parts of the country use and recom- 
mend Tri-Ogen. 
TRIPLE ACTING - EASY AND PLEASANT TO. USE 
TENDS TO STIMULATE PLANT GROWTH 
ing it regularly after plants are fully 
leafed out. Ferris’ Rose Dust will keep 
them clean, healthy, and in top-notch 
condition. 
Our Prices on Rose Dust: 
Tri-Ogen Spray 12 oz. Combination Rose Dust 
Economy 2 Kiteayetns tee ee ees $1.60 
Small Kitesaas ots accents ae 2.50 2, 1b. Combination Rose Dust 
Medium 'Rithannmuhebrte ae tees 6.50 and Duster 
Larges Kit@raeen. cr stenier verry 9.75 3 lb. Bag’ Rose Dust 
(Postpaid) (Postpaid) 
For Befter Growing, Fruiting and Flowering Results, We Strongly 
Recommend This Sensational Plant Food! A Clean, Odorless 
Powder, Instantly Soluble in Water. EASY TO APPLY! 
When planting dissolve 4 level teaspoonsful of Ra-Pid-Gro 
in 1 gallon of water, then dip the roots of your trees or 
plants in the solution—perennials and strawberries for 
only a second or two, other small fruits for a minute or 
two, roses and shrubs for two or three minutes, and so on. 
Full and simple directions on every package. Pour the 
residue around the plants when you have completed the 
planting, then every few weeks apply Ra-Pid-Gro again. 
New growth starts quicker, development is stronger and 
faster. Enjoy your lawn, garden and flowers at their best 
n 
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How to Estimate a Season‘s Requirements Se ee posed 
We recommend for each 100 lbs. of other fertilizer used cro ConPoRATION 
in the past—purchase only 1 lb. of RA-PID-GRO. 
Lot 30° x 60’—with approximately 10 shrubs, 2 shade trees, 
2 fruit trees, 1 dozen roses and lawn of 600 square feet 
requires 3 pounds of Ra-Pid-Gro for season’s feeding. 
Lot 40° x 60’—with approximately 15 shrubs, 20 ft. hedge, 3 
fruit trees, 2 evergreens, 12 roses and lawn of 800 sq. ft. 
requires 5 pounds of Ra-Pid-Gro for season’s feeding. 
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