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In December, 1955, we will be moving our General Headquarters to our twin ranchos, 
Rancho del Alisal and Rancho Los Cacomites. 
In early Spanish California, Rancho del Alisal and Rancho Los Cacomites were one— 
Rancho Azusa, a landmark and a heritage. In grand tradition it was divided by one owner 
to become wedding gifts for his two lovely daughters and to carry the names of Rancho 
del Alisal and Rancho Los Cacomites. Now a cycle is complete and the ranches are joined 
again through our open gates. 
Our recent acquisition of these old ranches is for us a dream come true as it will make it 
possible for us to give you better service. We’ll have more varieties, in larger quantities, 
of better-than-ever quality to offer you! The location is ideal—a terraced hillside planted 
with blooming Bougainvillea and on each level grow the more tender varieties. The hillside 
slopes gently down to the acres of space below for the other container ornamentals. 
Thousands of plants in their containers are neatly arranged in row after row like divisions 
of soldiers standing in review and creating the illusion of extending to the horizon! At the 
foot of the hillside is a reservoir holding an abundant supply of melted snow-water which 
flows down from the Sierra Mountains and is so beneficial to the health and growth of 
plants. 
As one enters the gates a long driveway, lined on each side with palm trees, stretches 
before you and ends in a tropical-like garden of trees and plants of many varieties. 
Huge Podocarpus, Redwoods, Oaks, and great gnarled Sycamores seem to reach to the 
stars. This enchanting little park gives a sense of peace and contentment and one leaves 
its quiet, cool, restfulness with reluctance. 
Across the circle driveway from the garden is the old ranch home-place which is also 
surrounded by towering trees. Our offices will be in this home which was built many years 
ago in early California style with each room opening to a center patio of mosaic tile. We 
are sure its beauty and the nostalgic charm of a past era will delight you. 
Beyond the house there will be ample room for the shipping department and the semi- 
trucks, making it easier to handle all deliveries more quickly—near and far!! 
Although our entrance gates re-uniting two of Azusa’s most historic ranches are new, we 
offer you in the same tradition, the same warm hospitality the original owners extended 
to all who entered their portals. So, whenever business or pleasure brings you to our 
community we want you to visit us. 
Every day is “open house”... so, we’ll be seeing you! 
bhi, @ laedale 
THIS LIST CANCELS ALL PREVIOUS ISSUES 
Prices Subject to Change Without Notice 
File for Reference July 1, 1955 
