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STANDARD, NEW AND RARE GLADIOLUS

GROWN BY TEST GARDENS'

98 SHIRLEY HILL ROAD MANCHESTER, N. H.

SEASON OF 1926 Read These Announcements Carefully

Our motto, to give honest value, as a satisfied customer will do more to advertise my goods than a lot of printing.

Our prices are lower than the average retail prices when you consider the size of bulb we send out. Our bulbs are as good as the best of them, and better than the average sold. I do not sacrifice bulbs for the flowers, all bulbs planted are double tagged so that we agree to replace free, any bulbs that are not true to name, and wish you to notify me to that effect, when they are in bloom, so that I can make a record of same and assure you that you will receive the correct ones next season.

All bulbs I send out are large bloom size from this list, no small size. I am aware that there are many growers offering bulbs. Before you buy, (please note) — Large bulbs are No. 1 size iy2 inches. Medium bulbs are M to 1 inch and are sold at two bulbs for the price of one large bulb, but in each case the price is the same only that you get more bulbs according to size for your money, if my list dees not contain what you want, my collection ooes Wri+^e me as I carry many varieties which I do not list, owing to so few of same. Varieties listed by me in years gone by, will be found only in my collection of mixed named varieties. Do not delay ordering until it is time to plant as many varieties may be sold out before that time, as I do not sell any variety that has not been grown at least one planting on my place.

Yes, I will prepay charges on all orders of ^1.00 and over, accompanied by cash for the full amount of the order. On larger orders, 25% deposit will hold your order until April 1st; bal- ance before shipment, but no order will be held after May 1st. Always state when shipment of bulbs is wanted. There is no wholesale prices on named varieties, except v/here the entire lot of a variety is taken-including bulblets if any- This will be made known on request.

3 of a kind NAME VARIETIES COLLECTION 3 of a kind

For those not acquainted with the different varieties of Gladiolus, I will m.ake up a collec- tion of only varieties listed,(but of my own selection) all named and labelled, each variety packed separately, in some varieties I have more than others, but in each case I will give extra good value, greater than is expected. This is a special inducement to beginners deserving, a complete collection under name. All bulbs sold in this offer will be ly inch in size.

5 Varieties, 3 of a kind, IS bulbs in all, my selection, for $ 1.00

10 Varieties, 3 of a kind, 30 bulbs in all. my selection, for 2.00

25 Varieties, 3 of a kind, 75 bulbs in all, my selection, for 5.00

50 Varieties, 3 of a kind, 150 bulbs in all, my selection, for 15.00

the above collection offer. 6 of a kind may be had by doubling the price asked.

UNBLOOMED SEEDLINGS

I am offering this year a few thousand bulbs of my unbloomed seedlings. These bulbs are from hand-crossed seed of at least 400 varieties that I used to produce the above bulbs-fthey have never yet come into bloom.) Most of these will bloom this summer (1926) all should bloom the following year. Among them should be found some extra worth while colors and kinds, to hold out for further introducing later, there are no strings to this. The size will vary somewhat, % inch down to less than y of an inch. With each order I will be sure and at least see that you get a few % inch in size. My price is very low and I do not care to selV less than the 100 bulbs. 36.00 per 100. 250 bulbs 312.00. 500 bulbs 323.00.

(This year I must limit to not more than 500 bulbs to a customer.)

HYBRIDIZED GLADIOLUS SEED

1 will also offer this year, to those who care to raise their own seedling, this seed I have to offer is hand crossed, (not field runs), the quality is of the best, There is no better seetd sold regardless of who offers, than what I am offering. Until stock is exhausted of what T have to offer the price will be. 150 seeds 31.00. 325 seeds 32.00

Please note, — Fall prices on all bulbs are much less and if you see any variety here listedl that it may seem too high now, write me this fall and I will give a good discount (at digging fime> as I intend to dispose of everything this fall, except my seedling that I have saved out to intro- duce later.

BULBS Each

ABERDEEN Lavender tinted pink 10c

AD^^LiNE KENT Delicate rose pink, straw and ruby 35

ADRIATIC Deep wine, blue and red throat 20

AEOLIAN Salmon rose, pale rose blue bordered petals 35

ALBANIA extra good white 15

ALICE CARY White with lavender stripe 10

ALICE TIPLADY The great orange saffron prim 10

AL SHIRA Wine red, almost blush throat 20

ALTON Orange color, extra buffed 35

AMERICAN BEAUTY A beauty rose. May open 30

ANILINE Cochineal-carmine, throat rosey white 25

ANNA EBERIUS Velvety purple , extra good 12

ANTHONY B. KUNDRED Creamy flower, flushed pink 25

APOLLO Carmine-red, white striped throat,(prim) 10

ARDNORE Blush white, will ruffle 25

ASHTABULA A shade between America and Panama 15

AUTUMN QUEEN Cream white, scarlet blotch 10

AVALON Blush white, slight markings 20

AZURE A very early blue 10

BEAGONFLAME Flame red, large flowers 20

BERNICE Yellow, with buff and pink markings 08

BLUE JAY Blue, with white center spot 15

BLUE SEEDLIN Pale lavender blue 35

BONNY Lavender pink, tinged old rose 20

BORDEAUX Wine red. I like this 10

BUMBLE BEE Salmon rose pine, ground penciled blue 20

BYRON L. SMITH The really good lavender pink 15

CALICO A fine smoky blue 15

CARMER SYLVA Large fine white 20

CAYFLEYA Soft lilac rose, spotted white 45

CHRIS Dark maroon red, purplish shaded 15

COLORS Maroon, motled and flaked cream 20

QORRY Salmon pink 10

CRIMSON GLOW Fine crimson red, large flowers 10

CRYSTAL WHITE A good cheap white 08

DELICE Early clear, dainty pink 10

DEUTSCHLAND A fine lively pink 15

DIANA A flashy red, new 20

DICK Dark blue, not large but odd 15

DIXIE Dark red with black blotches 20

DREAM Deep salmon red, large, very showy 30

DR. L. COTHRAM Salmon pink, blue striped, yellow throat 25

DR. R. T. JACKSON 15

DOROTHY McKIBBIM Apple blossom pink, it is early. 15

DOROTHY IS^HEELER Large light pink, creamy throated variety (prim) 10

DUCHESS OF 'YORK A new fine blue. Better than B. J. Hult 40

EARLY PENDLETON Same as Pendleton, only early 15

^ARLYRED SEEDLING Red with golden yellow throat 35

EARLY SUNRISE Light variegated red IS

EDITH Deep salmon pink, cardinal blotch .20

E. J. SHAYLOR Deep rose pink, an extra fine flower 15

^i/IZ.ABETH TABOR Earliest large pink, carmine throat blotch 70

ELBE ROSE Rose pink, creamy yellow throat 50

ELMA Brilliant red, white on lower petals 25

EMPRESS OF INDIA Plum violet, very dark 08

EV ALINE Large flower, terricotta, smoky flakes .15

EXQUISITE Self-colored American beauty 40

FAIRFAX Meagenta, throat light yellow 12

FAIRYLAND Vermillion scarlet ,good 20

TERM. KYLE Large creamy white 90

FIRE FLY, Rich scarlet prim .40

Flame One of the finest, clear yellow 35

FLORA A fine yellow, good grower . . .10

FRANK J. SYMMES Salmon rose pink with red, buffed 10

GIANT SALMON Salmon color, extra large 20

GIANT WHITE White slight marking- late variety 10

GLORY OF HOLLAND White, pink marking 08

GLORY OF KERN Deep pink rose, yellow blotch 08

GOLD I consider this the best yellow 30

GOLDEN GLORY Gold color, red blotch, buffed 30

GOLDEN MEASURE This is next to gold for a yellow 20

GOLDEN SWALLOW Clear yellow, not large, prime blood 40

GRANDE BLANCHE very fine creamy white 15

GRETGHEN LANG Soft rose pink, shading darker 08

H. G. GOEHL Giant snow white, deep red blotches 30

HERADA Clear glistening mauve, very attractive... U8

HIGHLAND LADDIE Harmonious of colors, may open at a time 40

HILDA Deep scarlet, strong grower 15

HUBERTUS Fine medium size blue, and mauve 10

HUMMING BIRD Deep rose with lavender blotches 30

IMMENSITY Here is a salmon that takes my eye 35

ISA TINKHAM Rich purple crimson 20

JACK LONDON Rose with cream and red 15

JEAN DIENLAFOY Cream color, with carmine blotch 08

JOE COLEMAN Large rich red, fine flower 15

JOHN T. PIRIE Sort of mahogany brown with blotch 35

JUNE DELIGHT Rich deep geranium red 25

HASSON Lavender rose 25

LA COURONNE Cream white, red blotch, surrounded strav/ yellow 35

LE MARECHAL FOGH Delicate pink, early 08

LILYWHITE White and good and it’s early 10

LO.ELLA Smoky old rose, flaked deep smoky blue, 35

LOUISE Lavendar, wine blotches, good 15

Mi\INE Pure white, highly recommended 25

MAIZE White, with pale peach blossom, reverse of petals darker 20

MALLOW White, with a blotch of lilice, (new) 35

MARBLE BARRED White striped and marked, several shades 20

MARGOT Wine red, fair flower 15

MARSHAL FOGH Salmon pink, large, many open 20

MARTHA WASHINGTON Light red, dark red on lower petals 30

MARY FENNELL Mauve and primrose yellow 08

MARY PIGKFORD Pure white, soft yellow throat 15

MA YBR ... A fine new red 35

MISS H. FRANKLIN White, slight lavender penciling 10

MISS SPOKANE Orange salmon, deeper throat 30

MONA LISA Pale soft pink or blush white 20

MONTEZUMA Wine color, with mottled throat 15

MOONBEAM Citron yellow, carmine stripes 65

MRS. DR. NORTON Creamy soft pink, yellow in throat , 10

MRS. F. PENDLETON Rose pink on white, blotched carmine 08

MRS. F. G. PETERS Rose violet, carmine blotch, very choice 40

MRS. H. E. BOTHIN Flesh-salmon pink, scarlet throat 20

MRS. KEUR Deep rose, yellow blotch, very large flower 25

MRS. O. HALLIDAY Delicate pink, with creamy yellow 08

MRS. M. S. BURKE Canary yellow, and apricot 20

MRS. W. RIGHARDSON Deep rose crimson, large blossom 25

MRS. Wm. KENT Ash of rose, old rose throat 15

MURIEL One of the best, pale blue 20

MYRA A fine salmon pink, yellow throat, (prim) 10

MYRTLE Arbutrus pink, lighter in throat 10

MYRTLE McNALLY Cream and mby, clear yellow lip 20

NEOGA Dark garnet red, ruffled IS

NYMPA Lavender rose-pink, creamy primrose throat 20-

OCTAVIE Old pink, very unusual 15

ONALASKA Cream with playway pink 25

OPALINE Rosey crimson, silvery violet-pink, dotted crimson, gold 25

ORAM Rose and white penciled throat 25

ORANGE GLORY Orange colored, lighter in throat 10

PANAMA Rose pink, large 08

PARAMOUNT Peach and cream, extra 90

PEACH ROSE Extra choice, deep rose pink 35

PINK LUSTER The par excel of all pink glads 15

PRIDE HILLEGOM Very fine scarlet 15

PRINCE ITO Carmine-red, blotched blood red, edged yellow 35

PRINCE OF WALES Delicate salmon, wax-like 08

PRINCEPINE Bright red, white throat 08

PURPLE GLORY Deep velvety maroon, extra 30

QUEEN OF WHITES White with slight tint of pink 20

RED EMPEROR Pure deep scarlet, extra 10

RED- WHITE-GOLD Colored as named, ruffled 15

REMEMBRANCE Deep salmon rose pink, throat blotches 20

RICO Another good red, (new) 35

RITA Ruffled yellow, with red throat 25

ROSE ASH Ash of rose, very good* choice 15

ROSE 1910 One of the best commercial rose pink 10

ROSE GLORY Purest rose pink, fine 25

ROSE UNIQUE Pure rose, with rose-red feathered blotch 25

RUFFLED GLORY Creamy white, very well ruffled 15

SARAH LILLIE Reddish-lavender; throat ruby, mottled with white 10

SCARLET GLORY Like Kundred glory, not so ruffled 20

SCARLANO Light bright orange red, ruffled 20

SCHWABEN Amber yellow, blotched amaranth red 08

SHELIA Large blooms of rich salmon 15

SIR ROGER CASEMENT Dark maroon, a ruffled flower 20

SNOW BOY Large white, blotched lower petals 15

SNOW DRIFT White, sport of America, yet good 30

SNOW GLORY Pure white. Iris blue lines 1.75

SONOMA. . . .Large flowers, cream yellow 1.00

SPLENDORRA Dark wine black, tall grower 20

SULPHUR GLOW Light yellow, soft purple throat markings 30

SULPHUR KING Clearest sulphur, yellowest flowers yet seen 15

SUMMER BEAUTY Deep salmon pink, very choice IS

SWEET BRIEAR Delicate shell pink, throat striped rose 35

SWEET LAVENDER Lavender and ruby, and pink, fine, early 20

SYDONIA Dark violet, shaded purple 15

TEMPA Old rose, bronzy lavender throat 20

THE PEARL Delicate light pink rose, early 08

T. T. KENT Rose pink, ruby lines 15

TITANIC Lilac purple, white central line 20

ULRICH Sal mon pink without blotch 25

VESTA TILLEY Blush pink, small violet blotch 25

VIOLET BEAUTY Large cerise violet, red blotches 25

VIOLET GLORY Deep violet, good, I like it 25

WHITE BEAUTY Glistening white, large flower 20

WHITE BELLE Blush white, deep at edges, ruffled 20

WHITE GLORY White pale blue throat line, ruffled 20

WHITE IVORY Snow white, red blotches 25

WHITE KING Sulphur white, marking of purple rose, ruffled 15

WHITE WONDER Large white, sometimes shows a tint of pink 20

WILBRINK Creamy pink, throat marking, early 08

WILLY WIGMAN Creamy white, flush pink, crimson blotch 08

YELLOW HAMMER Here is the early yellow 08

If interested in mixture of the best standard and a few of the new varities and bloomed seedlings, write me if I do not send a list to you.

ADDRESS ALL ORDERS TO THE EDWARD F. ADAMS TEST GARDENS

98 Shirley Hill Road. Manchester, N. H.

(Note) This list will be used this fall, so save it, for prices and (Fall prices) listings later.