OCU THE MINNESOTA STATE 
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 
You will receive informa- 
tion such as is contained in 
this folder — REGULARLY. 
This society, supported in part by the state, has for its work 
the securing and dissemination of knowledge pertaining to tree, 
fruit, flower, and vegetable growing, and related topics. 
THE MINNESOTA HORTICULTURIST 
All members receive this outstanding magazine on_horticul- 
ture in the North. It contains authoritative and up-to-date in- 
formation about fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants in 
this region. Nine issues are published each year. 
LOAN LIBRARY 
Books are loaned to members for periods of two weeks under 
simple restrictions. Books can be mailed to you. 
MEETINGS 
The society holds its annual meeting in the fall. Leaders in 
horticultural activities are invited to speak. There are exhibits 
of flowers, fruits, vegetables, and other products. 
A tour is held each year at the University of Minnesota 
Fruit Breeding Farm near Excelsior. 
MEMBERSHIP 
You are invited to become a member. Simply mail your 
membership fee ($2.00 for 1 year), ($5.00 for 3 years), or 
($25.00 for life) to 
The Minnesota State Horticulural Society 
University Farm, St. Paul 1, Minn. 
ORGANIZE A GARDEN CLUB 
Members of garden clubs in Minnesota are eligible 
for reduced membership rates. If your community does 
not have a garden club write for information regarding 
assistance in forming one. 
