Ranunculus 
TECOLOTE GIANTS MIXED —Can be planted 
in the fall or in February to April inclusive, Giant 
double and semi-double, peony-like flowers, 2 
inches across. A great range of brilliant colors. 
Stems 12 to 15 inches and ideal cut flowers. In 
mixture only. Postpaid. 3 for 35ce; doz. $1.20; 
100 for $8.00. 
Shasta Daisies 
MARK RIEGAL (New) —Giant white petals 
which overlap into a double row. Light canary 
yellow pollen centers. Rigid stems 2 to 3 feet long. 
Postpaid. Each %0c; 3 for $1.95; doz. $6.50. 
ESTHER REED—Large white flowers completely 
double. Postpaid. Each 40c; 3 for $1.00; doz, $3.75. 
GRAND MARCONI — Giant pure whité double 
flowers on stems 2% feet long. Postpaid. Each 40c; 
3 for $1.00; doz. $3.75. 
MAJESTIC — Large white, duplex blooms on 
long stiff stems. Ideal cut flowers. Each 40ce; 
3 for $1.00; doz. $3.75, 
Peonies 
See our Fall catalog of 1953 for list of varieties. 
Oriental Poppies 
We offer a large list of named varieties. See our 
Fall catalog. If you do not have it please write. 
Tritoma 
Prices postpaid. For 5th zone and beyond add 
10% to these prices. 
PFITZER’S HYBRIDS — These new hybrids have 
a range of color from white to red shades. Hardy 
perennials blooming August to October. Tall spikes 
often 3 feet tall. Available February to April. 
Roots. Each 40c; 3 for $1.10; doz. $4.00. 
MAID OF ORLEANS (New) (Plant Pat. No. 562) 
— Spikes 3 ft. tall. Flowers of pale yellow, shade 
from palest straw-yellow to ivory white. Ea. $1.15; 
3 for $2.90. 
PRIMROSE BEAUTY (New) — Beautiful prim- 
rose-yellow spikes in June and July. Each 90c; 
3 for $2.25, 
SPRINGTIME (New) (Plant Pat. No. 318) — The 
upper part of the spikes are a rich coral red while 
the lower half is ivory yellow. Each 90¢e; 3 for $2.25. 
Tuberoses 
Lovely, large flowers of thick wax-like texture 
on graceful, long, strong stems. Valuable in the 
garden, also for cut flowers. They have a rich 
exotic fragrance. Plant after danger of frost, 2 
inches deep to top of bulb. They prefer well 
drained soil and sunshine. The flower stems are 
about 15 to 20 inches tall and bloom in August and 
September. Near the seacoast they can be left in 
the ground over winter if protected, but in other 
sections it is best to dig and store them. Available 
in February. Offered in double. Postpaid. 3 for 50c; 
doz, $1.70. 
Tigridia or Tiger Flo 
Gorgeous colors, produced during the summer. 
Short lived blooms but very brilliant. Plant 2 to 3 
inches deep and 6 to 8 inches apart. We offer a 
fine range of colors in mixture, Blooming sized 
bulbs ready in January. In mixture only. Postpaid. 
3 for 35c; doz. $1.25; 100 for $8.90. 
Train-etts 
Weatherized Trellis Netting. Support for Sweet 
Peas, Garden Peas, Pole Beans, ete. Hung with 
ease in 5 minutes; no fuss or bother. Use instead 
of string or wire. (Wire in sun, burns delicate 
tendrils.) Won’t rot like string —lasts several 
seasons. In 3 sizes: No. 1, 60x72 in., 70c; No. 2, 
60x96 in., 90c; No. 3, 60x180 in., $1.30. Postpaid. 
Corn Planters 
No. 306 — Postpaid to 4th zone. $4.55. Extra post- 
age beyond, 
FERTILIZERS 
COMMERCIAL FERTILIZERS 
WRITE FOR PRICES, STATING QUANTITY 
NOTICE — Readjustment in changing prices pre- 
vent us from quoting prices here, Please write us 
for prices, stating quantities desired. All prices are 
FOB our shipping point and purchaser must pay 
transportation charges, The analysis is listed by 
numbers: the first number is nitrogen, the second 
phosphate, the third potash. We do not ship ferti- 
lizers C.O.D. Ask for our current price list. 
ORGANIC FERTILIZERS 
RAW BONE MEAL —A rather slow acting fer- 
tilizer used for many purposes, especially fruit, 
shrubs and bulbs. Approximately 4-23-0. 
COTTON SEED MEAL —A valuable organic fer- 
tilizer which many growers use in place of fish. 
Important for acid loving plants and shrubs. 
SHEEP GUANO — Usually runs around 2-1-2. 
Dry ground sheep manure in sacks. High in humus, 
FERTILIZERS IN MIXTURES 
Order by analysis numbers listed below. 
We can generally supply commercial mixtures 
with the following analysis: 
5-10-10 3-10-10 6-10-4 3-10-20 
MINERAL FERTILIZERS 
Write for prices stating quantities. 
POTASH, MURATE — Produces color, substance 
and flavor. 50 to 60% potash. 
POTASH, SULPHATE — Also valuable for color, 
substance and flavor, 50%. 
SUPERPHOSPHATE — 18% grade. 
NITRATE OF SODA—14 to 16% nitrogen. Soluble 
in water and valuable for winter and early spring 
fertilizing on crops where quick leaf growth needed. 
SULPHATE OF AMMONIA — This runs high in 
nitrogen. Similar use to that of Nitrate of Soda. 
AMMONIUM NITRATE — About 34% nitrogen. 
AMMONIUM PHOSPHATE — About 11% nitro- 
gen, 48% phosphate also 16-20. 
OTHER ITEMS 
LAND PLASTER OR GYPSUM — This contains 
sulphur in available form and is valuable for 
legumes and general crops. 
LIME, HYDRATED — For extremely acid soils. 
ACID MORCROP FERTILIZER — For azaleas, 
rhododendron, camellias, etc. 
VIGORO FERTILIZER 
VIGORO — The ideal plant food for lawns, 
flowers, gardens, shrubbery and trees. Write for 
prices, Offered in weighed packages as follows: 
1-5-10-25-50-100 lbs. 
ALASKA FISH EMULSION 
Is 100% organic — water soluble and easily avail- 
able to plants. Is safe —no burning — economical. 
Postpaid. 4 oz. 35c; 4% pints 65c; Pints $1.00; 
Quarts $1.75. Extra postage beyond 4th zone. 
ATLAS FISH EMULSION 
Is 100% organic — water soluble and easily avail- 
able to plants. Is safe — no burning — economical. 
Postpaid. 4 oz. 50c; Pints $1.25; Quarts $2.00. Ex- 
tra postage beyond 4th Zone. 
MILLER’S 
GARDEN COMPOST MAKER 
Converts weeds, leaves and garden rubbish into 
valuable organic humus fertilizer. Postpaid. 
5 Ibs, $1.40. Postage extra beyond 4th zone, 
Force’s Mole Killer 
Pellets to be placed .in the runways. Postpaid. 
85 pellet size 65c; 185 pellet size $1.10; 875 pellet 
size $3.40. A poison, so be careful about children. 
Orco Attractant 
MOLE BAIT — Field tested on Oregon moles 
with excellent results. To be placed in runways 
with spoon on package. 2 oz. for 85c; 6 oz. for $1.60. 
Postpaid, A poison, so be careful with children. 
