BARGAIN COLLECTIONS 
These special collections represent real values. 
standard of goods that we supply our regular trade. 
They are genuine offers of the same high 
Seeds and seasonal items will be sent proniptly, 
with dahlias in April and May. Collections are our selection as listed and no changes can be allowed 
at these special prices. Gladiolus bulbs are sent when weather is favorable. All postpaid unless noted. 
Home Beautiful Sweet Peas 
Twelve regular sized packets of Spencer Sweet 
Peas, our selection of named varieties, all different, 
worth $1.20, sent postpaid for %75c. Six packets, 
postpaid for 40c. These will be chosen to give a 
good range of color. Do not order this collection 
based on your own selection. 
Gladiolus in Mixtures 
GILL’S FANCY MIXED—A mixture from named 
sorts containing more varieties than any mixture 
we offer. The names are not attached to the 
bulbs and the varieties are our own selection. 
Large bulbs. (114” or move in diameter). 3 for 25c; 
doz. 85c; 50 for $3.50; 100 for $6.75. 
JUMBO MIXED—Jumbo refers to size of bulbs 
being 2 inches or more in diameter. This mixture 
contains a good range of color and varieties. Made 
from named varieties in mixture. Their large size 
increases the cost because of extza weight. 
3 for 35c; doz. $1.25; 50 for $4.95; 100 for $9.35. 
Florist Gladiolus Offer 
24 bulbs, 114 inches up, in a fine mixture, 
postpaid, for $1.00. This mixture is made from 
named standard sorts and newer introductions 
unlabeled and comprises large flowering varieties, 
chosen so as to give a good range of color. Our own 
selection in mixture. These collections are put up 
in advance and cannot be divided to sell part of 
a collection. Postpaid, including 4th zone. Beyond 
ith zone add 10c to each collection. 
Glorious Gladiolus Offer 
36 medium size bulbs, 1 to 114 inches in diame- 
ter, in splendid mixture, postpaid, for $1.00. These 
will make fine blooms the first season. You will 
be surprised at the value you receive. This offer 
enables everyone to have a fine gladiolus garden. 
Splendid value. These collections are put up in 
advance and cannot be divided to sell part of a 
collection. Postpaid, including 4th zone. Beyond 
4th zone add 10c each collection. 
Cottage Dahlia Collection 
A fine collection of named varieties, all labeled, 
which will provide a good range of color. Five 
varieties of our own selection, representing 3 or 
more classes of dahlias and worth $2.75, for $2.25. 
Pompon Dahlia Collection 
These dainty flowers are ideal for garden and 
cuttings. We offer, subject to our own selections, 
properly labeled, 6 Pompon Dahlias with a regular 
value of $2.75, for $2.25. Postpaid. Each variety 
different and in a good range of color. 
Cactus Dahlia Collection 
This contains named varieties of Cactus and Semi- 
Cactus dahlias, our selection of varieties in a 
good range of color. We do not divide the col- 
lection. We offer 6 varieties worth $3.25 for $2.75, 
Decorative Dahlia Collection 
This contains named varieties of Formal and In- 
formal Decorative dahlias in a good range of color. 
We offer 6 varieties worth $3.25 for $2.75. Postpaid. 
Zinnia Collection 
This is your chance to try several types in one 
collection. 7 pkts., worth $1.05, for 70c. Postpaid. 
ELEGANS PUMILA, Mixed__..........--_ .15 
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GAILLARDIA FLOWERED, Mixed_..----- 15 
CALIFORNIA GIANTS, Mixed... .15 
LILLIPUT DOUBLE, Mixed_..-------------—-- 15 
EN EAT, 1 See ay ee Ee i 15 
SCABIOSA FLOWERED, Mixed_........----------_.15 
Oregon Flower Collection 
Six regular size packets of annual flowers, worth 
$1.40, sent postpaid for only $f.00. Reg. Price 
ASTER; Princess: Mixed... SS sees 
COSMOSS3 Fiesta wet ee es Se ee i200 
MARIGOLD, ‘‘Never Before” _ pss 
SNAPDRAGON, Tetra Mixed WW. 20 
SWEET PEAS, Cuthbertson Mixed — 15 
ZINNIA, Burpee Hybrids __....... as, 
$1.40 value—All for $1.00 
Gill's Vegetable Collection 
Eight fine varieties introduced by Gill Bros. 
Seed Co. These outstanding vegetables are among 
our most important sellers. Worth 90c at regular 
prices, postpaid for 70c. Reg. Price 
BEANS, Gill’s Delicious Giant —__ tee de eee. “4 lis 
BEET, Gardener’s Model ___..__.__._.___._.. 15 
CARROT, Gill’s Special Nantes __.__ A 5 
CORN, Gill’s Improved Golden Bantam______ 5 
MUSKMELON, Oregon Delicious __ 15 
PARSNIP, Gill’s Tender Heart _.... 10 
SQUASH, Gill’s Golden Delicious ___ -10 
TOMATO, Gill’s All-Purpose _.... ses 15 
Worth $1.10 — sent postpaid for 85c 
Home Vegetable Collection 
Twenty regular sized packets, worth $2.35, sent 
postpaid for $1.45. Positively no changes. 
(Save 80c) Regular Price 
BEANS;*Supergreen (22) ee eee 15 
BEANS, Oregon Giant, Pole __....______..____ 15 
BEET Detroits Dark] Reds ee 10 
GREEN BROCCOLI, Medium Calabrese ____ 10 
CARROT, Gill’s Oregon Chantenay _...... 10 
SWEET CORN, Early Golden Sweet _..——CS~—S 
SWEET CORN, Golden Cross Bantam ____ 515 
CUCUMBER; Colorado = ee eee 10 
CUCUMBER, Chicago Pickling (for pickling) .10 
LETTUCE, Tomhannock (Loose Leaf) _.____ 10 
LETTUCE, Early Great Lakes (Head Lettuce). .15 
ONION, Utah Sweet Spanish _....._ 10 
PARSNIP): iS ccess) 22. ot Sees Sr ee 10 
PEAS, Laxton’s Progress (Dwarf Early) ____ 15 
PEAS, Stratagem (Dwarf Late) —....._ 15 
RADISH, Early Scarlet Globe __.. 10 
SQUASH ‘Delicious te ee ea eens .10 
SQUASH, Zucchini (Summer) ____ tele > NES acai, 10 
SPINACH’ Giantilen fo 22 ee eee 10 
KOHL RABI, Early White Vienna _.. 10 
$2.35 
Miniature Dahlia Collection 
This type is very popular for cutting and garden 
decoration. We offer 6 named varieties labeled, 
each a different color, which at regular prices 
have a value of $2.50 or more, for $1.95 postpaid. 
This offer is strictly our own selection. 
Grand Iris Collection 
8 fine bearded Iris selected for color range and 
prolific production of flowers. Worth $4.85 at regu- 
lar prices. Sent Postpaid for $3.85 (save $1.00). 
Regular Price 
ALEPPO PLAIN — Page 22_...W 45 
AZURE SKIES — Page22°223 > yt) 
CALIFORNIA PEACH — Page 22... .65 
EAIR- ELAINE Pavesi 25s ee ee 50 
MATTERHORN — Page 24 ___ 50 
RED VALOR — Page 24... Py (5) 
GOLDEN MAJESTY — Page 23... 50 
EL CAPITAN — Page 23 WW .35 
(Pages listed in 1953 Fall Catalog) $4.75 
Bearded Iris Collections 
RAINBOW COLLECTION—Our selection 12 va- 
rieties, labeled; ($4.00 value). Postpaid to 4th 
zone, for $2.50; 5th zone and beyond, for $2.70. 
SUPER COLLECTION — Our selection of 12 
choice iris, labeled; ($6.50 value). Postpaid to 4th 
zone, for $4.10; 5th zone and beyond, for $4.35. 
