CHOICE GLADIOLUS—12 Grade No. 1 Bulbs for L385 
These are outstanding varieties among recent developments. Wards finest 
gladiolus—each one distinguished by unusual petals or color markings. All 
have long flowering spikes, large full florets. You'll find these newer varieties 
among the winners at flower shows, in popularity polls and listings of excep- 
tional varieties. Read '’Facts about Wards Gladiolus” at right. 
91 GB 3250—Cuo1cr GLADIOLUS COLLECTION. Includes 3 each of 4 varieties 
listed below. Shipped Prepaid. Grade No. 1 Bulbs. All12for............ $1.85 
(a) 91 GB 3145—Asu Hassan. Considered to be the finest dark blue violet 
gladiolus ever introduced. Medium size florets are well placed on tall 
straight stems. Extra fine as a cut flower. Early blooming. 
(B} 91 GB 3144—FLorence NIGHTINGALE. Consistant winner. Acclaimed the 
best white gladiolus. Tall, straight grower opens about 8 of its 15 to 20 
buds at one time. Slightly rutfled florets 5Y2 inches across. Midseason. 
91 GB 3143—Miss Wisconsin. Florets 5 inches across on beautiful big 
spikes bearing about 18 buds with 6 to 8 open at one time. Distinguished 
for its soft rose color so unusual in Glads. Excellent for cutting. Midseason. 
(0) 91 GB 3142—New Europe. Vivid garnet red, beautifully textured, ruffled 
florets more than 4% inches across. 8 to 10 open at one time on strong 
stems. Late blooming. One of the finest varieties to come from Europe. 
PRICES OF ABOVE CHOICE GLADIOLUS Shipped Prepaid. State Cat. No. 
Grade Nor We Bullosigatesntersrracvsrerusic:cseus*s stole oiteetsreetcene 3 of one variety for 65c 
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GLAD FANCIERS’ GARDEN—39 Grade No. |! Bulbs for APS 
You"save more than 30% if you buy this collection instead of individual 
varieties, and you get three each of every variety pictured.on these two 
pages. All beautiful, big Grade No. 1 Bulbs. Read ‘’Facts’’ below. 
91 GB 3251—G.ap Fanciers’ GARDEN. Shipped Prepaid. 39 Bulbs..... $4.25 
PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS—27 Grade No. | Bulbs for 2.65 
All of the 9 prize winning varieties listed below are rated as large or giant 
size by the American Gladiolus Society. These ratings indicate that their 
florets are 4 inches or more across. All are the result of years of careful 
breeding to give you larger, fuller spikes with many florets open at one 
time. This group is specially made up for those who take pride in having 
the biggest and best Gladiolus in the neighborhood, and for those who 
enjoy competing in local garden shows. For further information, be sure to 
read ’’Facts about Wards Gladiolus Bulbs’’ below. 
CoLLecTIONS. Include 3 each of 9 varieties listed below. 
91 GB 3270—Grapbe No. 1 Bulbs. Shipped Prepaid. 27 Bulbsfor....... $2.65 
91 GB 3271~-Grape No. 2 Bulbs. Shipped Prepaid. 27 Bulbs for...... 1.90 
91 GB 3105—PuRPLE SUPREME. One of the most outstanding of new purple 
Glads. Bright purple florets with faint white line through center of petal. 
Well-placed florets on straight stems. A consistant winner. 
91 GB3115—OreEGON GoLb. Gold- 
en yellow florets deeper yellow 
in throat, are daintily ruffled and 
evenly spaced along stem. Excel- 
lent as cut flower. Used by florists. 
91 GB 3134—MarcGaret BEATON. 
Considered the most outstanding 
introduction in the last 10 years. A 
ontrast of red and white with 
bright red throat blotch. 8 florets 
7 open at once. Each 614 in. across. 
91 GB 3120—Rep CuHarm. A mag- 
nificent crimson red. One of the 
best varieties in its color. 8-9 well 
placed florets on straight stem. Very 
good for hot dry places. 
91 GB 3118—Burma. Spectacu- 
lar because ofits size and heavi- 
ly ruffled petals. Deep rose florets 
shade to lighter pink in throat. 
91 GB 3121—Daisy Mae. One of 91 GB 3126—LavenDER DREAM. 
the most popular commercial Soft rose—Violet petals of crisp, 
Glads. Bright orange, shading to firm texture and cream-colored 
pink. Rich rose-red throat accent. markings, Popular commercial va- 
Tall. Beautifully formed. 8 florets riety. Popular at flower shows. 
open at once, A frequent winner. 
91 GB 3117—MansoerR. Excep- 
tional in every way. Bright red, 
giant size florets, with touches of 
deep brown. Smooth texture. Per- 
fectly round when fully open. 
91 GB 3125—Panpora. Beautiful, 
soft, clear’geranium pink with 
slightly darker veins in throat. 
Often 10 florets open at once. 
PRICES OF ABOVE PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS 
Grade 1. Prepaid. State Catalog No. and Grade. 5 of one variety for. ...70c 
Grade 2, Prepaid. State Catalog No. and Grade. 5 of one variety for... .55c 
RAINBOW GLADIOLUS MIXTURE ALL SEASON CUTTING GARDEN 
50 Bulbs for ZEGd 
25 Bulbs for 95¢ (Grade No. 3) 
Top quality Gladiolus bulbs. Sure 
to grow. Produce, erect stalks, with 
large florets, evenly distributed 
along the stem. Offered at these low 
prices only because they are not 
labeled as to variety names. All 
are outstanding varieties. A rain- 
The three sizes of bulbs included in 
this collection will produce flowers 
at different times, in a gay variety 
of colors, over a long cutting season. 
Make a border 10 ft. long, 1% ft. 
wide. All are excellent varieties. 
All bulbs are top quality. For an 
bow mixture—yellow, lavender, 
red, pink and two-tones. Read 
“'Pacts’’ below. Shipped Prepaid. 
91 GB 3258—Grade 1. 25 for $1.95 
91 GB 3259—Grade 2. 25 for 1,45 
91 GB 3260—Grade 3. 25 for 95c 
explanation of sizes and grades 
read ‘'Facts about Wards Gladio- 
lus’’ below. Includes 15 bulbs in 
Grade No. 1, 20in Grade No. 2, and 
15 in Grade No. 3. Prepaid. 
91 GB 3268—All 50 Bulbs for $2.65 
Facts ABout Warps GLabIoLus Buzss: All Wards Gladiolus Bulbs are care- 
fully grown, scientifically stored to retain their ability to reproduce large 
full spikes of bloom. All plump and disease free, and are specially treated 
to prevent thrips. Gladiolus are among the easiest bulbs to grow, require 
little care. Thrive in any ordinary garden soil with good drainage, fertilizer 
and plenty of water throughout the growing period. Plant 6-7 inches apart 
in spring only, in full sun after danger of frost is past. These varieties bloom 
75 to 95 days after planting. Dig bulbs in fall, clean, and store in open trays 
in a cool, dry place. Bulbs are graded for size according to standards recog- 
nized by the New England and Illinois Gladiolus Societies. 
GRADE No. 1, Bulbs are 114 inches or more in diameter. Produce fine, big 
exhibition type blooms. Sometimes grow more than one spike per bulb. 
Grave No. 2. Bulbs are 11/4 to 11% inches in diameter. Blooms and spikes are 
somewhat smaller than Grade No. 1 above, but satisfactory in every way. 
Grave No. 3. Bulbs are 1 to 1% inches in diameter. Blooms and spikes are 
small and short, but good for cutting. Plant early for best results. 
