Section of the Main Rose Field, May 1954. Block of Queen Elizabeth in the foreground 
Visitors have been charmed by the great display of top-quality Rose plants blooming in our fields 
the past season, including many of the new and patented varieties. We may not have enough 2-year 
Rose plants to sell the entire season, but those we ship this year are of the finest quality. The Rose 
shipping season begins November 1 and continues through March. Regardless of when you will 
plant, we urge that you order early. 
Roses will thrive in most good garden soils that are well drained. Dig holes at least 18 inches in 
depth and width, and use well-rotted cow manure or peat moss. Set the plants just deep enough to 
leave the bud union above the ground. Pack well and water thoroughly. In the spring use a balanced 
fertilizer. 
Roses must be dusted or sprayed to keep down fungous diseases and insects. Rose dusts should 
contain copper-sulphur to control fungous diseases, with insecticide added. 
THOMASVILLE NURSERIES 
INCORPORATED 
By Sam. C. Hjort, President 
THOMASVILLE, GEORGIA 
