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CHOICE GLADIOLUS—12 Grade No. | Bulbs for 1.95 
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 GM 3250—Cuoice Giapio.us CotLection. Includes 3 each of 4 varieties 
listed below. Shipped Prepaid. Grade No, 1 Bulbs............. All 12 for $1.95 
A 91 GM 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. 
91 GM 3144—FLorence NIGHTINGALE. Consistent winner. Acclaimed the 
best white gladiolus. Tall, straight grower opens about 8 of its 15 to 20 
buds at one time. Slightly rutfled florets 51/2 inches across. Midseason. 
91 GM 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. 
91 GM 3142—New Europe. Vivid garnet red, beautifully textured, ruffled 
florets more than 41 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. State Cat. No. 
Grade No. 1 Bulbs. Shipped Prepaid...............-. 3 of one variety for 70c 
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GLAD FANCIERS’ GARDEN—39 Grade No. 1 Bulbs for 4.35 
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 GM 3251—G.ap Fanciers’ GARDEN. Shipped Prepaid. 39 Bulbs..... $4.35 
PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS—27 Grade No, 1 Bulbs tor 2. 0 
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 41% 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. 
Coxt.ections. Include 3 each of 9 varieties listed below. 
91 GM 3270—Grape No. 1 Bulbs. Shipped Prepaid. 27 Bulbs for...... $2.75 
91 GM 3271—Grabe No. 2 Bulbs. Shipped Prepaid. 27 Bulbs for...... PANO) 
91 GM 3105—Purp.e 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 consistent winner. 
91 GM 3134—Marcaret BEATON. 
Considered the most outstanding 
introduction in the last 10 years. A 
contrast of red and white with 
bright red throat blotch. 8 florets 
open at once. Each 61 in. across. 
91 GM 3118—Burma. Spectacu- 
lar because of its size and heavi- 
ly ruffled petals. Deep rose florets 
shade to lighter pink in throat. 
91 GM 3121—Datsy Mag. One of 
the most popular commercial 
Glads. Bright orange, shading to 
pink. Rich rose-red throat accent. 
Tall. Beautifully formed. 8 florets 
open at once. A frequent winner. 
91 GM 3125—Pawnpora. Beautiful, 
soft, clear geranium pink with 
slightly darker veins in throat. 
Often 10 florets open at once. 
91GM3115—Orecon Gotp. 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 GM 3120—Rep CHARM. 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 GM 3126—LAvENDER DREAM. 
Soft rose—violet petals of crisp, 
firm texture and cream-colored 
markings. Good commercial variety. 
Popular ‘at flower shows. 
91 GM 3117—Mansoer. Excep- 
tional in every way. Bright red, 
giant size florets, with touches of 
deep brown. Smooth texture. Per- 
fectly round when fully open. 
PRICES OF ABOVE PRIZE WINNING GLADIOLUS 
Grade 1. Prepaid. State Catalog No. and Grade.....5 of one variety for 75c 
Grade 2. Prepaid. State Catalog No. and Grade.....5 of one variety for 60c 
RAINBOW GLADIOLUS MIXTURE 
Do Bulbs for LOO (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- 
ALL SEASON CUTTING GARDEN 
50 Bulbs for 25 
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, 
ted, pink and two-tones. Read 
“Pacts’’ below. Shipped Prepaid. 
91 GM 3258—Grade 1. 25 for $1.95 
91 GM 3259—Grade 2. 25 for 1.50 
91 GM 3260—Grade 3. 25 for 1.00 
explanation of sizes and grades 
read ‘’Facts about Wards Gladio- 
lus'’ below. Includes 15 bulbs in 
Grade No. 1, 20 bulbs in Grade No. 
2, and 15 in Grade No. 3. Prepaid. 
91 GM 3268—All 50 Bulbs for $2.75 
Facts ABsout Warps GLADIOLUS BuLBs: 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. See chart Pg. 65. Bulbs are graded for size according to 
standards recognized by 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 114 to 1144 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 114 inches in diameter. Blooms and spikes are 
small and short, but good for cutting. Plant early for best results. 
BULBS ON THIS PAGE ARE SHIPPED FROM JANUARY TO JUNE 
