RARE CARVING (Kelsey, 1935) Each $2.00 
M. S.D. Pink. T. Loosely formed, medium pink. Large yellow stamens. 
Strong stems. 
RARE PERFUME (Kelsey, 1936) (N.R.) Each $2.00 
M. D. Pink. M.H. V.F. Medium rose-pink, showing some yellow stam- 
inodes intermingled. Medium size. 
REINE DES FLEURS (Guerin, 1850) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
M. D. Pink. M.H. N.F. A fine cut flower, and especially good when 
placed in cold storage. Cherry-red in bud, but opens a deep pink. 
REINE HORTENSE (Calot, 1857) (8.7) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
M. D. Pink. T. V.F. Very large, uniform Hydrangea-pink, with guard 
and center petals marked crimson. This is a variety that gives universal 
Satisfaction and is both a show and garden variety. Stiff stems. 
RESPLENDENT (Franklin, 1931) (9.00) Each $2.00 
L.M. D. White. Here is an immense white. A very fine variety of real 
merit. Stock limited. Its name is well chosen. 
REVEREND H. N. TRAGITT (Brand, 1928) (9.0) Each $1.50 
L.M. D. White. S. Very large, of true rose type. Great blooms of the 
most perfect form resemble large balls of snow. The dwarf plants with 
strong stems hold the great white blooms erect. Very sturdy, even 
growth. 
RICHARD CARVEL (Brand, 1913) (8.8) Each $1.50, 3 for $3.50 
E. D. Red. T. V.F. Very large, globular bloom of a brilliant crimson. 
Free bloomer. Fine. 
RICHFIELD WHITE (Franklin, 1939) Each $1.00 
L.M. D. White. T. A midseason ‘Festiva Maxima” that is our joy and 
standby after a storm. A full rose-type double with crimson markings. 
Extra fine stem. 
ROSABEL (Sass, 1937) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
M. D. Red. Large, perfect flowers of American-Beauty-rose-red. Strong 
stems. Blooms freely. 
ROSA BONHEUR (Dessert, 1905) (9.0) Each $1.00 
M. D. Pink. S. Lovely soft flesh-pink. Very large, flat flower of rose type. 
Strong grower. Bushy habit. Free bloomer. Good. 
ROSALIE (Auten, 1927) (8.78) Each $1.00 
M. S.D. Red. S. Looks like a Rose, and close to the true American 
Beauty shade. A dwarf plant, very strong grower and bloomer. Very 
popular; extra fine for cutting. Lasts a long time. 
ROSE FLUFF (Kelsey, 1938) Each $4.00 
L.M. D. Pink. Very large rose-pink. Wonderful for those who like a 
strong rose shade of pink. 
ROSE QUEEN (Franklin) Each $1.00 
M. D. Pink. T. A large deep pink of even shade. Very attractive, good 
cut flower. 
RUBIO (Nicholls, 1941) Each $2.00 
M. D. Red. T. Fully double with wide petals. Large, deep red. Grows 
and blooms well. Produces lovely flowers in Sarcoxie. 
RUTH CLAY (Kelsey, 1935) Each $5.00 
E.M. D. Red. A rich living red that is different. Watch for this variety 
at the shows. It is a truly outstanding red that should be in every choice 
collection of Peonies. No matter how many red Peonies you have, you 
will find Ruth Clay different. 
RUTH GALLAGHER (Cooper, 1946) Each $10.00 
M. D. White. T. Cream colored bomb type. Note: This was shown at 
the National Show at Topeka in 1942. While it did not win any recog- 
nition, it was very much admired. Mr. Wassenberg thought it the 
most distinctive flower there. My note in the Bulletin (No. 87) says 
“One of them (Dr. Cooper’s seedlings) a pure white bomb was the 
nearest approach to a white Mons, Jules Elie that I have ever seen. It 
was No. 10. It may prove a great cut flower.” (Ruth Gallagher as de- 
scribed by Mr. Peyton.) 
RUTH MARKLE (Pfeiffer, 1932) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L. D. Pink. T. F. Light pink; good propagator. 
SANCTUARY (Auten, 1933) Each $2.00 
E.M. D. White. Very large, a very decided creamy white, some blooms 
spotless, others with heavy red splashes in center. Substance is extra 
heavy, plant very rugged, and much admired. 
SANTA FE (Auten, 1937) Each $2.50 
M. S.D. Red. A very brilliant red, medium sized bloom on a nice strong 
growing plant. Color holds. 
SARAH M. NAPIER (Vories, 1930) (8.94) Each $3.00 
L.M. D. Pink. Bright pink edged and marbled silvery white, making 
a very distinct and attractive two-tone effect. 
SHAWNEE CHIEF (Bigger, 1940) Each $1.50, 3 for $3.50 
M. D. Red. 30 inches. Dark, brilliant red. An excellent cut flower. It 
opens well in the field and has excellent keeping qualities if placed 
in storage. On well-established plants you may expect from 15 to 30 
flowers. In the bud this fine red resembles a Rose. 
SARAH BERNHARDT 
SARAH BERNHARDT (Lemoine, 1906) (9.0) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L.M. D. Pink. T. The dark rose-pink color, with petals edged a trifle 
lighter, gives an attractive appearance. This variety won the “Popularity 
Queen” vote in Sarcoxie at the National Show in 1950. Truly a grand 
flower. 
SHIRINE (Brethour, 1936) Each $2.00 
L.M. D. Blush. Delicate blush of splendid form and tint. 
SILOAM (Auten, 1933) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L. D. White. R.F. Very large, white, sure to open. An exquisite bloom, 
opening wide. Extra nice, exquisite finish. 
SILVIA SAUNDERS (Saunders, 1921) (8.7) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
V.E. S.D. Pink. S. Rather small but a delightful cup-shaped, bright, 
clear rose-pink, fading lighter toward the center of flower, which is 
filled with yellow stamens, among which the very bright pink stigmas 
make a conspicuous pattern. Good grower and a very abundant bloomer. 
SIR JOHN FRANKLIN (Franklin, 1939) Each $1.00 
L. D. Red. M.F. The color of “Phillipe Rivoire,” but a heavier 
fuller flower, rose type; no stamens. Grows erect about 12 inches above 
good foliage. 
SISTER MARGARET (Cooper, 1953) Each $10.00 
E.M. D. White T. SISTER MARGARET is a rose type, and a well 
formed white, with red markings through the flower. Stamens showing. 
The petals are large and of good substance. Plant is robust with blooms 
well placed on strong stems. Opens well and lasts well when cut. 
SNOWBALL 
SNOWBALL (Franklin, 1935) (8.95) Each $1.00, 3 for $2.50 
L.M. D. White. A perfect ball of white. Very dependable and desirable. 
You will like this one. 
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