SF 
orewor 
WE know of no group of plants which has undergone such changes as orchids 
have during the past ten years. We feel that this is due to the great quantities 
of hybrids which have been produced by orchid growers the world over. To 
keep a collection up to date, it must be supplemented every year with new 
plants; otherwise, after a period of a few years a collection is far behind the 
times. 
A SIMPLE way to keep a collection up to date is to purchase a few new seed- 
lings of the finest crosses every year and dispose of a few of the poorest of 
the mature plants. 
ORCHIDS, like people, differ. With plants, however, the Horticulturist is 
able to control the variation to a degree and by the use of certain proven 
parents can predetermine the variations—shape or form of flower, color, and 
many other hereditary factors. 
THE amateur grower should bear in mind the great importance of selecting 
orchids which represent, generically, the traits which he desires in flowers. As 
we have pointed out so many times before, poor orchids require the same time 
to produce as good ones; therefore, do select your orchids cautiously, so that 
you can be proud of your plants when they bloom. 
THE hybrids which we offer represent the finest and are the results of the work 
of the leading hybridists of the world. The parents used in these hybrids were 
carefully selected for outstanding qualities. And we believe that the merit of 
the resulting flowers will bring you many hours of enjoyment. 
WE have tried to give you a brief description of what may be expected as to 
color and season of flower; however, it is difficult to describe accurately the 
color variations that may be expected in a fine orchid hybrid, since they cover 
such a wide range. 
THE beginner is often confused as to the selection of plants which are suited to 
his given growing conditions; if we can be of assistance in any way in making 
your selections, we'll gladly help. 
