xt Feu Words bout Bristol 
STABLISHED in 1920, Bristol Nurseries first 
gained international prominence in 1927 with 
the introduction of Gypsophila Bristol Fairy. 
This is still unquestionably the last word in Babys- 
breath. Millions of plants have been grown as 
fillers for summer bouquets. At about this time the 
immortal Alex Cumming, truly a peerless plants- 
man, found time to consider the Chrysanthemum 
family. He conceived the idea of wedding the wild 
and carefree C. coreanum with our standard garden 
varieties of the day, many of his own raising. Re- 
sult: in 1932 the first Korean Hybrids took the 
gardening world by storm. The matter-of-fact 
Mum took on new vigor, new colors and lustre, new 
forms—and tremendous new popularity. “Bristol” 
became synonymous with Mums the world over, 
and plants were shipped far and wide. Until his 
death in 1948, Mr. Cumming continued improving 
the Mum, also instituting the immensely popular 
display each fall. This work is still going on, not 
only with Mums, but with other plants as well. 
By no means a one-plant specialist, Mr. Cumming 
also originated such grand plants as Weigela Bristol 
Ruby, Hosta Honeybells, Phlox Salmon Glow, 
Veronica Icicle and the Double Platycodons. This 
is only a partial list; Bristol also produced improve- 
ments in other genera, such as Dianthus, Anemone 
and Physostegia, still to be found in many gardens. 
We hope to keep adding such worthy new gems as 
Dianthus Spotlight to our list, and continue breed- 
ing to that end. We also try to get the best from 
other sources, such as the new English Asters and 
Phlox, to supply our nation-wide trade. 
We think you'll enjoy the display of spring-flowering 
bulbs each May. Every October our noted Mum show 
attracts thousands of visitors to admire the gorgeous 
fields. We give you a cordial invitation to join these 
flower enthusiasts and get a first-hand impression of 
just how good Mums can be. 
Yes, Bristol Mums, in particular, are really spec- 
tacular. We hope to number you among our satis- 
fied clients this year. Order blank enclosed for your 
convenience. 
OUR AIM 
We hope to continue offering you the best and newest in garden Mums. You will also find many 
novel, hard-to-get perennials. Read the catalog thoroughly and check over the offers on the envelope. 
Remember Bristol for the Best in New Plants! 
Please Yote 
This catalog is designed for Spring 1955 and prices in it 
apply only until July 1, 1955. Fall prices are not deter- 
mined as yet and may vary considerably, especially on 
flowering-size Mums. 
7 “ouch of Pride 
We are most gratified to be selected to distribute the 
peerless Pink Shelburne Hybrid Lilies, offered on the en- 
closed insert. They are unbelievably lovely, especially if 
given a place in partial shade. 
SAVE 10% 
On all orders mailed us before April 1 for plants listed in this catalog (with the exception of envelope 
offers and Pink Shelburne Lilies). 
YOU MAY DEDUCT 10% 
Early ordering will save you money and help us determine our propagation needs. 
Waa Lovers! 
The National Chrysanthemum Society invites you to become a member. Simply fill in the attached coupon 
and mail it with your check for $3.00 (annual dues) to the Secretary, Mrs. Ernest L. Scott, 64 South St., Bogota, 
N. J. Please make the check payable to the National Chrysanthemum Society. 
Membership Gives You: 
1. Quarterly Bulletins 
2. Handbook on culture and shows 
3. A list of local societies that you may join 
4. A voice in the future of our favorite flower 
Name (Please Print) 
Street 
City Zone State 
THE MUM HAS A DYNAMIC FUTURE—LET’S ALL COOPERATE 
