A Few Words About Sristol 
STABLISHED in 1920, Bristol Nurseries first 
gained international prominence in 1927 with 
the introduction of Gypsophila Bristol Fairy. 
This is still unquestionably the last word in Babys- 
breath. Millions of plants have been grown as 
fillers for summer bouquets. At about this time the 
immortal Alex Cumming, truly a peerless plants- 
man, found time to consider the Chrysanthemum 
family. He conceived the idea of wedding the wild 
and carefree C. coreanum with our standard garden 
varieties of the day, many of his own raising. 
Result: in 1932 the first Korean Hybrids took the 
gardening world by storm. The matter-of-fact 
Mum took on new vigor, new colors and lustre, new 
forms—and tremendous new popularity. ‘“‘Bristol’’ 
became synonymous with Mums the world over, 
and plants were shipped far and wide. Until his 
death in 1948, Mr. Cumming continued improving 
the Mum, also instituting the immensely popular 
display each fall. This work is still going on, not 
only with Mums, but with other plants as well. 
By no means a one-plant specialist, Mr. Cumming 
also originated such grand plants as Weigela Bristol 
Ruby, Hosta Honeybells, Phlox Salmon Glow, 
Veronica Icicle and the Double Platycodons. This 
is only a partial list; Bristol also produced improve- 
ments in other genera, such as Dianthus, Anemone 
and Physostegia, still to be found in many gardens. 
We hope to keep adding such worthy new gems as 
Dianthus Spotlight to our list, and continue breed- 
ing to that end. We also try to get the best from 
other sources, such as the new English Asters and 
Phlox, to supply our nation-wide trade. 
For customers located in reasonable proximity 
to Bristol, we carry a complete line of evergreens, 
shrubs, trees, roses, bulbs and sundries. We think 
you'll enjoy the display of spring-flowering bulbs 
each May. Every October our noted Mum show 
attracts thousands of incredulous visitors to gasp 
at the gorgeously bedecked fields. 
Yes, Bristol Mums, in particular, are really spec- 
tacular. We hope to number you among our satis- 
fied clients this year. Order blank enclosed for your 
convenience. 
You Are Most Welcome to Visit Us 
PERHAPS THIS MAP WILL GUIDE YOUR STEPS 
BRISTOL 
NURSERIES 
PERKINS ST. 
TERRYVILLE AVE. 
ROUTE 6 TO THOMASTON 
HEHEHE RAILROAD 
© TRAFFIC LIGHTS 
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4 TO BURLINGTON STEVENS ST. 
BURLINGTON AVE. 
CITY OF BRISTOL 
MAP SHOWING LOCATION OF BRISTOL NURSERIES 
VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME BRING YOUR GARDENING FRIENDS 
May we suggest that visitors from the New York area leave Merritt Parkway at Hamden, exits 60 
or 61. You can then proceed on Route 10 to Farmington, then turn left on Route 6. 
BUSINESS HOURS 
INU RS ERY ors, ic 4 homaee-ecee 7 A.M. to5 P.M. 
OP EICE Set. Sn, Soe. 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. 
Closed Saturday afternoons and Sundays January | to April 1 and from June 
15 to September 15. However, visitors may come and browse around at any time. 
MISCHIEF, “THE MUM THAT LOOKS LIKE A CINERARIA,”? ON PAGE 3 
