| Prescewing OUR HERITAGE 
Most people who buy land in the country or suburbs these days do so for relaxation. They 
seek pleasures to -be found in informal living and the freedom of the out-of-doors. The 1950 
census revealed that the population of the United States is increasing by two million every 
year, of which one and one-half million are moving to rural areas. This is a splendid move, 
sensible and sound. It will be reflected in a better and healthier generation of children growing 
up in sunshine, away from the noises and pressures of the city. It will produce more stable 
citizens, stronger physically and calmer mentally. 
But this movement to the country, with all its possible benefits, can carry the seeds of its 
own destruction, if, in bringing these millions out of the cities, it destroys the countryside itself. 
Razing vast areas for housing developments, without regard for the land itself, immediately 
_ deprives the newcomers of the chief benefits of the country. It makes little cities where there 
was open country. Houses are standardized, regimented, and lined up on denuded land. Subtle 
as these influences may be, they have their effect upon the people. What a change there would 
be in the whole landscape if new communities and housing developments sprouting up in once- 
rural country were built among whatever tree growth existed and enough natural vegetation 
were left to preserve the original character of the area! Then these new developments would 
not stick out like sore thumbs, but would become a part of the countryside. And their in- 
habitants could enjoy the pleasures which come from such an association 
There is another aspect of this move to rural areas which should concern all who love the 
wild. The birds, animals, flowers, shrubs, and trees native to this country are being crowded 
farther and farther back. As more people move to the country, less and less land remains un- 
disturbed for free growth and even for survival. Birds have fewer places in which to find food, 
shelter, and nesting sites. Similar pressures are imposed on the animals, insects, and other 
living organisms which keep nature in balance. As trees are cut down, the watertable falls. 
As ground-covers decrease, more and more rainfall rushes down silt-filled streams to be Jost in 
the sea. Then more and more wilderness areas must be confiscated to provide water. Big dams 
are built, further destroying the natural providers of water, land, soil and habitats for wildlife, 
and recreation areas for man. This vicious circle is the basis for today’s conservation alarms. 
THE HOME SANCTUARY 
The idea of home as a personal refuge is deep-rooted in all of us. Perpetual pleasure and 
satisfaction comes from beautifying our homes as sanctuaries for the wild-life treasures which 
are our natural heritage. *# *# * kk * 
—Reprinted by permission of Helen S. Hull from ‘‘Wild Flowers for Your Garden,’’ published by 
M. Barrows & Company, Inc., New York. See ‘Maryland, Ivy Hill Forest’”’ Page 128 
Ivy Hill Forest has devoted much time and money in developing the modern Perkie 
Plant Package with the unique Perkie Pak. Every test has been given this package to assure 
you that the Perkie Plants you receive are nursery-fresh. 
Perkie Plants are propagated under uniformly careful growing conditions and are all two 
years old or more. Under proper outdoor conditions they grow to be large, beautiful plants. 
If you are not entirely satisfied, simply return the package with the original order en- 
closed in the package with a complete report, and replacement or- refund will be made 
promptly. 
WHEN YOU ORDER Perkie Plants 
Please remember we can accept no orders for Jess than a half dozen. __ 
No mixed selections can be shipped unless specifically listed in the Perkie Plants Hand- 
book and Grow-It-Yourself Catalog. 
All customers west of the Mississippi River: Please add fifteen cents to half-dozen 
prices, twenty-five cents to dozen prices to allow for postage differential. 
Maryland customers: Please add two cents to each dollar of purchase to cover sales tax. 
DISCOUNTS 
5% DISCOUNT TO ALL CUSTOMERS PURCHASING $25.00 WORTH OR MORE. 
10% DISCOUNT TO ALL CUSTOMERS PURCHASING $50.00 WORTH OR MORE. 
We make less than truck-load shipments in quantities of 1000 or more Perkie Plants 
of mixed varieties. Ask for quotations. 
