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; _ Gladiolus are by far the most popular of the summer- 
flowering buibs and there is nothing that can take their 
_ place in the garden and for cutting. Our modern varieties 
have special vigor that encourages fine, long flower spikes 
well set with large, shapely blooms. The varieties offered 
have been selected with special care and represent the best 
_ in the popular price range. 
} When cutting spikes slide the knife alongside the stem 
to a point just above the second or third leaf then nick 
_ the stem sharply and break out the spike. That keeps more 
_ leaves attached to the plant, a necessity if the new corm is 
to reach full size. 
- ELIZABETH THE QUEEN. Mammoth ruffled blooms of 
exquisite clear lavender with a touch of rose in the 
throat. 3 for 35c; 12 for $1.10; 100 for $8.00. 
GENERAL EISENHOWER. An inspiring beauty with 
_ huge, well-formed flowers of luminous Begonia rose com- 
_ bined into massive spikes that stand gracefully erect. 
8 for 35c; 12 for $1.10; 100 for $8.00. 
= GOLD DUST. Fascinating deep clear yellow flowers of 
heavy substance, well displayed on a long and strong 
- stem. 3 for 30c; 12 for 95c; 100 for $7.50. 
a JUNE BELLS. Slender, strong spikes that set off well 
_ | the charming pure white flowers. Highly valued for cut- 
ag ting. 3 for 30c; 12 for 95c; 100 for $7.50. 
_ LEEWENHORST. Huge flowers of light rose with laven- 
_. der sheen, beautifully arranged on spikes of special 
vigor. 3 for 30c; 12 for 95c; 100 for $7.50. 
MANSOER. Large and very rich—velvety deep red. 
3 for 30c; 12 for 95c; 100 for $7.50. 
_ MEMORIAL DAY. A striking rich carmine-purple. One 
of the outstanding beauties of its color. 3 for 35c; 12 for 
_ $1.10; 100 for $8.00. 
PICARDY. The finest and most outstanding clear shrimp 
_ pink with 8 huge flowers open at one time. Very in- 
spiring, 3 for 30c; 12 for 95c; 100 for $7.50. 
SNOW PRINCESS. Of exhibition stature with white 
flowers, blush-pink in the center. Elegant and 
picturesque. 38 for 35c; 12 for $1.10; 100 for $8.00. 
SPOTLIGHT. Very unusual and pretty—canary yellow 
‘ with a well-defined scarlet blotch in the center of each 
flower. 3 for 30c; 12 for 95c; 100 for $7.50. 
- VALERIA. Best brilliant red and a winner frequently 
carrying 10 open flowers at onetime. Tall, vigorous, re- 
liable. 3 for 35c; 12 for $1.10; 100 for $8.00. 
Rainbow Gladiolus Mixture 
There are many who prefer a mixture of Gladiolus to 
separate varieties and for these we have blended all the 
best colors in the right proportions to give a stunning 
garden display and suppy colorful vase displays. 3 for 30c; 
12 for 95c; 100 for $7.00. 
Gladiolus are Easy to Grow 
Plant when soil has warmed up in spring and re- 
|| peat at 2 weeks intervals until early July for a 
5 succession of flowers. Prepare soil deeply, adding 
= fertilizer and humus. Full sun and good drainage 
» are essential. Place bulbs 4 to 6 in. deep depending 
upon whether it is heavy or sandy soil. Be sure to 
water copiously once a week during dry periods. 
Be Vibrant - GLADIOLUS - Majestic 
General Eisenhower 
25 Bulbs of the Same Variety 
will be supplied at the 100 rate 
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