j WILDFIRE (tins-’52) 72 days-436 
‘ Ruffled flame-red Burma seedling. Florets extremely ruffled 
d and will open 6 to 7 heavy textured blooms on an 18-bud 
flower head. Very rapid propagator. 
(L. ea. 75c; 10—$6.00) (M. ea. 50c; 10—$4.00) 
(S. ea. 25c; 10—$2.00) (Blbts. 10—75c; 100—$4.50) 
WHITE GODDESS (Roberts-748) 80 days-500 
Creamy white with 7 to 9 heavily ruffled, well placed blooms 
on a 22-bud spike. Tall, strong grower. 
(L. 2—25c; 10—$1.00) (M. 3—25c) (S. 6—25c) (Blbts. 100—60c) 
WHITE SYMPHONY (webb-’51) 85 days-500 
Sensational snow-white with large ruffled florets, 7 to 9 open 
and 8 in color. It has extreme size and unusual purity of color. 
It has won prizes wherever it has been shown. 
(L. ea. 50c; 10—$4.00) (M. ea. 35c; 10—$2.80) 
(S. ea. 25¢; 10—$2.00) (Blbts. 10—50c; 100—$4.00) 
SPECIAL UNIT: 2 lg., 2 med., 5 sm. for $2.35 
COMPLETE BOOK 
OF THE GLADIOLUS 
A Test Book Much Needed by Lee Fairchilds 
At last we have a modern book on Gladiolus by 
one of our best hybridists, grower and showman. 
254 pages of up-to-date, easy-to-read information 
on the latest data on growing, propagating, dust- 
ing, spraying, fertilizing, mulching, harvesting and 
storing. Mr. Fairchilds, being a professional show- 
man himself, is passing on many tips on this phase 
of Gladiolus. Illustrated with many drawings. 
photos, and tables to help the Glad fan and grow- 
er. His long list of recommended varieties, giving 
color and size is very valuable. If not completely 
satisfied, return the book unmarked, in 10 days 
and we will gladly refund your money. 
Postpaid in U. S. A., $4.00 per copy 
Thunderbolt 
BONUS OFFER: For every ORDER of bulbs or plants received before 
APRIL 1, 1954, taken from this catalog amounting to $30.00 or more, we will 
send FREE a copy of this COMPLETE BOOK OF THE GLADIOLUS. 
DICENTRA Spectabilis 
(Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart) 
Grandmother’s old favorite and a favorite today in many gardens. Large, 
heart-shaped, pink flowers in long clusters. Grows about 2 ft. high and as hardy 
as an Oak. Large roots that will bloom this year. 
85c each; 3 for $2.25, postpaid. 
ALL PERENNIALS SHIPPED LATE MARCH and APRIL 
Liatris 
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Gladiolus -the Ginest Cut Flower of All Time 
TRITOMA (Red Hot Pokers) 
Now available in several distinct hybrids and colors. Make an 
exotic cut flower and if cut regularly will continue to bloom 
from June until late September. Makes an ideal, very hardy 
perennial for the border. 
GOLDMINE: Solid amber tinted gold poorly describes this fine 
hybrid. Flower spikes 30 inches tall with 10 to 12 open at a 
time. 65c each; 3 for $1.70; $5.50 per doz. 
PFITZERI: The old standby, and a rich orange-scarlet. Much 
prized as a commercial cut flower. 55c¢ each; 3 for 
$1.50; $4.75 per doz. 
PRIMROSE BEAUTY: Beautiful, clear, cool primrose-yel- 
low on 30-inch stems. A very delightful color and blooms early. 
60c each; 3 for $1.60; $4.95 per doz. 
WHITE GIANT: The best florist variety. Three foot stems 
bearing spires of ivory-white blooms. A magnificent beauty. 
75c each; 3 for $2.00; $7.00 per doz. 
1 each of the above four Tritomas ..... $2.35 
3 each of the above four Tritomas ..... 6.00 
6 each of the above four Tritomas ..... 10.90 
LIATRIS 
BLAZING STAR or GAYFEATHER 
Popular tall midsummer blooming perennial of easy culture. 
PYCNOSTACHYA: Used in the perennial 
border it is very effective, growing to about 
4 ft. high and blooming in midsummer to early 
fall. Large 3-5 eye divisions, postpaid in U. S. 
3 for $1.20; 6 for $2.10; 12 for 
$3.95. 
SCARIOSA, September Glory: A giant 
6-ft. spike solidly covered with purple flowers 
from the top to bottom. The flowers, unlike the 
common variety, come into bloom all at the same 
time, creating a marvelous effect. Late flower- 
ing. September. 65c each; 3 for $1.75; 
12 for $4.95. 
SCARIOSA, White Spire: A magnificent 
pure white Gayfeather. Just as tall as the Sep- 
tember Glory from which this variety is a sport. 
65c each; 3 for $1.75; 12 for $4.95. 
SPICATA: Earlier than Pycnostachya and does 
not grow so tall but will make as many as 18 
to_24 spikes from well established plants. 
55c each; 3 for $1.45; 12 for $4.25. 
Stormy Weather 
GLADIOLUS SEED: 
Our list of hand pollinated Gladiolus seed will be included in this catalog 
as an insert. If you should not get one of these lists, please drop us a card 
a for another. 
