BLAZING NEW COLOR FOR AMERICIV 
The Crown Jewels of Flowering Shrubs 
STERN’S RARE 
AZALEAS 
HARDY AZALEA MOLLIS HYBRIDS 
26008. 
Yours next spring—wondrous beauty formerly seen only 
in the magnificent formal gardens of famous European 
estates! Be the first in your neighborhood to enjoy the 
breath-taking spectacle of these rare beauties entirely 
covered with giant flowers of amazing spectacular 
color. You've never dreamed of such beauty. 
THRIVE IN ANY SOIL—GUARANTEED TO BLOOM 
Another tremendous advantage of these specially de- 
veloped beauties! Thrive in any soil — even endure 
temperatures as low as 10 degrees below zero. Plant in 
full sun or partial shade—will increase in size, beauty 
and tremendous value each year! Your garden is not 
complete without these rare Azaleas. 
VIVID BLOOMS NEXT SPRING! 
We feature a select supply of Azaleas that will give 
you an assortment of hues in May and early June. The 
colors vary from countless shades of orange, flame, yel- 
low to salmon-orange and brownish-gold. Planted as 
foundation plantings in front of evergreens they create 
an imposing picture of beauty and color, succeeding 
equally well in sun or shade, 
MAGIC LILY OF THE ORIENT ! 
HARDY AMARYLLIS 
(LYCORIS SQUAMIGERA) 
Among the rarest, the most beautiful garden subjects. 
The bulbs produce attractive, long leaves in early 
spring, which mature and die down during the sum- 
mer. As if by magic, the flower spike suddenly appears 
in August and produces very pretty soft-pink, Lily-like 
flowers. Several flowers are clustered on the tall, stiff 
stems which grow as high as 3 feet! These bulbs are 
perfectly hardy and will grow in any average, well- 
drained garden. 
Plant the bulbs in a sunny location about 12 inches apart and 
cover with 3 inches of soil. A perfect location for them is in the 
pectic border where the leaves of other plants can cover the 
are spot which is left when the foliage withers. In that way, 
the beauty of these rare flowers can be enhanced by foliage 
from nearby plants. Lycoris is seldom seen in American gardens 
and always attracts a good deal of attention when in bloom. 
Top-Size Holland Bulbs. 
Postpaid: 3 for $1.45; 6 for $2.75; 12 for $5.00; 25 for $9.50. 
HOMES ! 
CUTURAL DIRECTIONS: Contrary to the general belief Azalea 
Mollis do not require an acid soil. Mixing a liberal amount of 
organic matter such as peat moss or leafmold with soil in plant- 
ing holes will help in achieving the best results. To insure max- 
imum bloom each year, remove the faded flowers before they 
go to seed. Do not cultivate deeply as Azaleas root close to the 
surface of the soil. For superior results feed with Miracid soil 
acidifier. (See page 45). 
COVERED WITH FLOWER BUDS 
READY TO BURST INTO BLOOM NEXT SPRING! 
Heavy, 3-yr., 12-15 in. plants—all colors mixed. 
Postpaid: $3.50 each; 3 for $10.00; 10 for $32.00. 
HOW TO PLANT SHRUBS | 
It is best to prune shrubs before 
‘planting as it is easier to do it then. 
This is also the only time the roots 
can be pruned so any broken roots 
should be removed at this time. 
‘Cut off damaged or frayed roots 
just above the injury. Cut back the 
tops 14 to %. See figure No. 1. Do 
not expose the roots to the air more 
than necessary. Soaking the roots in 
water or a Miracle-Gro solution for * 
about | hour prior to planting will 
aid your plants in becoming estab- 
lished. 
For a most appealing arrangement 
plant your shrubs in groups of 3 of 1 
variety in informal groups as shown in sketch. 
Plant lower growing shrubs close together; large 
shrubs further apart. (See figure No. 2). When 
planting a shrub border be sure to plant lower 
shrubs in front—taller shrubs in the rear. It is 
best to use the taller varieties in corner plant- 
ings. The taller shrubs can then be surrounded 
by small shrubs. 
SPACING SHRUBS 
A. Plant low growing shrubs close together. 
B. Large growing shrubs further apart. 
C. A triangular arrangement is best. 
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