PLAN FOR GLORIOUS ALL-SEASON COLOR THAT INCREASES EVERY YEAR 
Perennials listed below (A to U) grow to medium height, unless otherwise indicated. Easy 
to grow in any ordinary, well-drained garden soil. Prefer full sun. Plant in spring or fall. 
Hardy in all Zones. For period of bloom and planting distances, see Chart on Page 63. 
(a) Gartiaroia. (G. aristata). Blooms 
all summer through fall. Many 
vivid 3-inch flowers. Valuable for cutting. 
Cut when cup-shape. Thrives in droughts. 
(A) 91 GB 2318—Burcunpy. Deep red brown. 
(B) 91 GB 2319—DazzLer. Tangerine-bronze. 
(C) 91 GB 2320—Suncobp. Rich golden yellow. 
Prices OF GAILLARDIA. Prepaid....2 for 80c 
91 GB 2321—GaAILLARDIA GARDEN. Includes 1 
each of above 3. Shipped Prepaid.... .$1.10 
(0) Vesper Iris. (Iris dichotoma). Blooms all 
summer. Fragrant creamy white flowers, 
with violet-purple markings. One plant pro- 
duces 6-10 blooms. For zones 1-8. 
91 GB 2344—Prepaid....... 2 plants for 80c 
PenstemMon, Rose Etr. (P. barbatus). 
Blooms in summer. Medium tall spikes of 
rich rose-pink bells on compact plants with 
glossy foliage. Free blooming. Good for cut- 
ting. Hardy zones 1-8, but should be mulched 
in winter in zone 8. For sun or part shade. 
91 GB 2308—Prepaid. Each 45c; 3 for $1.20 
DIANTHUS, WALLACE Rep. (Dianthus Iati- 
folius). Grows 8 in. tall. Abundance of 
bright red, semi-double blooms in early 
summer, with a few scattered blooms until 
fall. For rock garden, edging and cutting. 
Thrives best in full sun. Hardy all zones. 
9] GB 2550—Prepaid.......2 plants for 85c 
TRoLutius. (Trollius ledebouri). Blooms late 
spring and all summer. Like a glorified 
buttercup with long bright yellow outer 
petals and smaller center petals of rich 
orange. Flowers 2 inches across, produced 
jin clusters. An abundance of blooms for 
cutting. For sun or part shade. 
G11GB 2396—Prepadid. ...:..2 5.-..- 2 for $1.00 
(h) Acutttea. Blooms early summer 
through fall. Compact, cushiony 
flower heads. Good as cut flowers, make 
showy border plants. Hottest sun won't slow 
it down. You can pick flowers every day. 
- Divide plants every spring. 
(H) THe Peary. (A. ptarmica). Pure white 
open clusters resemble miniature pompon 
chrysanthemums. Medium low growing with 
toothed foliage. 
BUG Bi2s0l——Prepoid as mise seer Fe 2 for 80c 
() Pink Acnitiea. (A. millefolium roseum.) 
Dense clusters vary from deep rose to pale 
pink. Fern-like foliage. Pleasantly fragrant. 
A spreading plant with branching stems. 
Taller than ‘’Angel’s Breath’’ above. 
eB S05 ——Prepdid . sie. laces 2 for 80c 
BaLLoon FiLower. (Platycodon grandi- 
flora). Named for the buds, which re- 
semble tiny balloons before they open. An 
abundance of bell-shaped flowers appear at 
the end of each leafy stem. Plants are bushy, 
and neatly formed. Thrive in sun or part 
shade. Mulch in Zones 8 and 9. 
91 GB 2304—BLue BALLOON FLOWER. Beau- 
tiful shade of clear blue. .....--.-- 2 for 65c 
91 GB 2310—Pink BALLOON FLOWER (not pic- 
~ tured). A lovely, soft, rose-pink color.2 for 75c 
(m) (N) HEMEROCALLIS. (Daylily). Blooms 
in summer. Tall growing—usual- 
ly about 3 ft. Large trumpet shaped flowers 
last one day, are replaced by new ones 
every day. Plants increase in size very 
rapidly. A favorite with all gardeners be- 
cause this is one plant which requires very 
little care. Insect and disease-resistant. 
Stems which carry flowers are so firm they 
require no staking. Produce an abundance 
of beautiful blooms for several weeks. Easy 
togrow even in partshade.Shipped Prepaid. 
(L) 91 GB 3727—Opuir. Golden yellow. 
Deeper throat. Ea. 55c; 8B forsee. $1.50 
(M) 91 GB 3720—Hypertion. Loveliest of 
soft yellows. Each 55c; SOD $1.50 
(N) 91 GB 3717—Mixapo. Orange with ma- 
hogany red throat. Ea. 55c; 3 for. . . $1.50 
91 GB 3726 —HEMEROCALLIS GARDEN. In- 
cludes 1 each of above. 3. Prepaid. . .$1.35 
91 GB 3716 —LeonrIAN HysBRiIpDs, MIXED. 
Grow 3 to 5 ft. tall. If your color preference 
runs to orange, mahogany, old rose or ma- 
roon Daylilies, you will be excited over this 
group. Does not include yellow. Not labeled 
as to variety. For sun or part shade. Hardy 
in all zones. Fragrant. 3 for $1.25; 6 for $2.35 
P} ais (u) BaBy’s BREATH. (Gypsophila). 
Extremely graceful. So complete- 
ly covered with tiny flowers that the foliage 
is barely visible. Dainty branches form a 
lacy pattern, and are surprisingly firm. 
Pastel colors combine perfectly with other 
flowers for summer bouquets. Create a 
lovely, feathery effect in borders. May be 
dried for use during the winter. Very 
hardy. Thrive in any ordinary garden soil 
and almost all climates. Prepaid. 
(P) 91 GB 2501—BnrrstTot Farry. (G. viscosa). 
Blooms summer and fall. Double white 
florets. Prepaid. Each 90c; 3 for $2.55 
(R) 91 GB 2568—FLamINGo. (G. viscosa). 
Double pink flowers in summer. Compact 
plant. Prepaid. | Each $1.00; 3 for $2.85 
(T) 91 GB 2503—PanicuLarta. (G. panicula- 
ta). A mass of single white flowers in 
early summer. Prepaid. Each 35c; 3 for 90c 
(U) 91 GB 2502—Rosy VeIL. (G. repens). 
Light pink double rosette-like blooms in 
summer, fall. Prepaid. Ea. 50c; 3 for $1.35 
91 GB 2504—GarpbEN OF 3 BaBy’s BREATH. 
Includes 1 each of (P) (T) and (U) listed 
above. Shipped Prepaid... .All 3 for $1.35 
SHASTA DAISIES 
Giant Alaska, 3 for Te 10 
(1} SHasTA DarsiEs. (Chrysanthemum 
maximum). Bloom in early summer. 
Add a cool white touch to borders and bou- 
quets. Free flowering. Protect in zones 7-9. 
(1) 91 GB 2314—Grant ALASKA. Handsome 
plant. Extra large, pure, glistening white 
flowers. Each 40c; 3 for.........---- $1.10 
(2) 91 GB 2384—Makrconl. Double frilled 
flowers 4 in. across. Ea. 40c; 3 for.. .$1.10 
SAVE THIS CATALOG FOR YOUR FALL ORDERING 
Save this Garden Book and use it again tor 
your fall ordering. All of the Bulbs on Pages 
78 and 79 must be planted in the fall to bloom the following spring. Many Shrubs, Ever- 
greens, Perennials and Vines thrive on fall planting. Roots become well established and are 
eager to absorb gentle spring rains. Experts agree that lawns should be planted in fall. If 
there has been any decrease in prices by fall, we will refund the difference. If prices increase 
because of reasons beyond our control, we w 
ill notify you before shipping your order. 
The interesting, unusual bulbs listed below 
are ideal for adding mass and vibrant 
color to ycur flower beds or shrub borders. 
New Otympic Hysraip Lity. (L. centi- 
folium). For a detailed description of 
this beautiful lily, see (T) on Page 70. 
91 GB 3740 X—6 to 7 in. circumference. 
Prepaid.......- Each 45c; 3 Bulbs for $1.20 
AmaRYLLIS. (Hippeastrum). Grow to 
about 18 in. tall. Bloom in summer, out- 
doors; or in winter, indoors, Produces huge, 
spectacular blooms often 8 inches across. 
Bloom about 6 to 8 weeks after planting. 
Plant two weeks apart for a succession of 
bloom. If planted outdoors, lift bulbs in fall. 
Grow in all zones. Mixed colors only. 
Shipped Prepaid in spring only. 
91.GB 3644—Each 50c; 
(x) Fancy-LEAVED CALADIUM. (C. pic- 
turatum). Grow to about 18 in. 
tall. Create a stunning effect in bed or bor- 
der. Unmatched for cutting; ideal table 
decorations. Handsome indoor plants too— 
as colorful and ornamental as any flower. 
Thrive in any soil, all zones. Bulbs should 
be dug before frost and stored in pots of 
soil. Plant in spring only after danger of 
frost is past. Thrive best in part shade. 
3 for $1.35 
91 GB 3605—CaLapium CoLLectTion. Includes 
1 each of 3 below. Prepaid. All 3 for $1.35 
(X) 91 GB 3603—CANDIDUM. Leading vari- 
ety for indoors. Green and white. 
(Y) 91 GB 3604—TrIOMPHE DE L’ExposITION. 
Green with bright red overlay. 
(Z) 91 GB 3602—Mrs. W. B. HALDEMAN. 
Bushy plant. Leaves flushed with pink. 
Prices of ABOVE CALADIUM 
State Variety. Prepaid. Each 55c; 3 for $1.50 
ELEpHANT’s Ear. (Colocasia esculenta). 
Grows 4-6 ft. tall. A tropical-looking 
plant with huge, heart-shaped leaves 3 ft. 
long, and 11% ft. wide. Plant 3 to 4 ft. apart 
in rich soil, in sun or shade. All Zones. 
Store in winter. See chart on Page 70. 
91 GB 3601-(Spring only) 2 for 50c; 6 for $1.25 
FRAGRANT TUBEROSE 
4 for 60¢ 
(Polianthes tuberosa). Grows to 24 in. 
tall. Blooms late summer and fall. Flower 
clusters are most beautiful at night. The 
waxy white petals appear luminous. This 
variety 1s the sweetest of all Tuberoses— 
one stalk often perfumes an entire room. 
Especially fragrant in the evening. Plant 
in spring only. Dig and store in the fall. See 
Chart on Page 70: Shipped Prepaid. 
91 GB 3600—4 for 60c; 10 for $1.35 
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