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TO OUR CUSTOMERS:
Hybrid Snaps continue to be the headliner in “Flower Seeds for Florists” for summer sowing. For both retail and wholesale growing, the characteristics of our modern F,; Hybrid varieties are responsible for their universal acceptance among growers who appreciate the importance of growing only the best. Our increasing knowledge and experience with parent lines are enabling us to combine characteristics to more nearly produce ideal varieties
for both retail and wholesale markets.
We've tried to make this catalog as helpful and attractive as possible. Cultural notes on the important crops are included. I would like particularly to call your attention to our new Felix Pansy. Felix is a distinctly different
Pansy and I think you'll like it.
Yours for more and better business!
Sharp A Gl
President
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(25,000 seeds per oz.)
Quality is our business...
And we feel that in no line of flower seeds are we able to offer a more eomplete range of the finest quality strains available than in Pansies.
Our annual greenhouse flowering trials in which all available strains are exhaustively tested and compared have indicated a preference for several strains. For your guidance in ordering, we have listed these strains on the opposite page. We will appreciate your comments on our selections.
What's new?
Butterfly Hybrids (we sell only originator’s stock) is a very attractively colored, ruffled mixture. Also, pictured on the opposite page, the new bewhiskered “Felix” is a sure-fire attention getter.
Possibly excepting Petunias, there’s no bedding flower so uni- versally accepted or appreciated as Pansies. Make the best of them for your trade. Start in right by selecting the best strains.
Culture:
In the latitude of Chicago, Pansies are usually sown early in August. As far south as Oklahoma this should be delayed until around September 1, because of prolonged hot summers. Sowing is best done in outdoor frame covered with cloth and in light soil containing plenty of decayed organic matter. Close attention to moisture is essential. When large enough to handle, seedlings are transplanted 4 x 4 or 4 x 6 inches into frames or open beds. Some form of loose covering is desirable in the North after plants are frozen in—further south this protection is not so important.
@ Ball Giant Mixture. See 4 Best, opposite page.
Ball Giant Mixture Dwarf Strain. A fine Swiss Giant strain selected for dwarf and compact habit. Tr. pkt., 60¢; ™%4 oz., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00; 4 ozs., $30.00.
@ Maple Leaf Giants. See 4 Best, opposite page.
Canadian Giants. This selection from Maple Leaf Giants con- tains some of the largest flowers in Pansies. Tr. pkt., 90c;
1% o7., $1.75; %4 oz., $3.00; 1 0oz., $10.00.
@Engelmann’s Giant Mixture. A large flowered and brightly colored strain, many being penciled or veined. Fairly compact growth. We offer originator’s seed only. Tr. pkt., 75¢; %4 oz.,
Da21 or sboZco 2:00,
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© Butterfly Hybrids. Ruffled 214- to 3-in. flowers, including unusual apricot, terra cotta and rosy orchid shades, are freely produced on vigorous plants. Originator’s seed only. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 146 0z., $2.00; % oz., $3.50; 14 0z., $6.00; % oz., $11.00; 1 oz., $20.00.
Fluffy Ruffles. (New.) The medium sized flowers of this im- ported strain are attractively ruffled and frilled, and the color range is varied and appealing. Tr. pkt., 60¢; %4 oz., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00.
@ Roggli Giant Mixture. See 4 Best, opposite page.
America. An exceptionally free flowering mixture with medium sized blooms. Dwarf and extra early. Tr. pkt., 60¢; ™%4 o2z., $2.50; 1 oz., $9.00.
Geneva Giants. A choice American selected strain of Swiss Giants. Tr. pkt., 75¢; 1% oz., $2.75; 1 oz., $9.00.
®@Steele’s Jumbo Mixture. See 4 Best, opposite page.
Improved Swiss Giants. Predominates in rich bronze and red
shades. Tr. pkt., 60¢; %4 oz., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00.
Delft Blue. Porcelain blue; a much wanted and unusual color in Pansies. Good sized flowers. Tr. pkt., 75¢; 1% oz., $1.75; 14 0z., $3.00; 1 oz., $10.00.
Ball Winter Flowering. Upright growing, long stemmed variety for cut flowers. Sow in July or early August for winter and early spring greenhouse crop. % tr. pkt., 60¢; tr. pkt..
$1.00; 4 0oz., $2.50; %4 oz., $4.75.
SWISS GIANTS IN SEPARATE COLORS Firebeacon. Brick-red.
Coronation Gold. The finest clear yellow.
Lake of Thun. Large flowered blue with darker center. Alpenglow. Rich garnet-red.
Rhinegold. Large flowered yellow with dark center.
Berna. Dark velvety blue.
Mt. Blanc. Best clear white in the large-flowered Swiss type. Giant Orange. Light orange; similar in color to Viola Apricot.
Prices above 8, each: tr. pkt., 75¢; 1% 0z., $1.75; 4 0z., $3.00; 1 oz., $10.00.
Raspberry Rose. Soft pink with contrasting velvety blotch in deeper tone. An entirely new color in Swiss Giant Pansies.
Tr. pkt., $1.00; % oz., $2.25; 14 0z., $4.00; 1 oz., $12.00.
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Here are, in our opinion—based on our flowering trials, sales, and reports from our customers—the 4 finest Pansy , mixtures available to the trade today. | They represent the skill of the finest |; Pansy breeders in the United States, Canada, and Europe, and all four are offered by us with complete confidence as to excellence, color, uniformity of habit and satisfactory flower size.
® Ball Giant Mixture. This is our finest and most popular bedding Pansy mixture. We blend this ourselves, using the best available strains of Swiss Giants, adding separate varieties to insure a good balance of colors. Tr. pkt., 60¢; %4 0z., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00; 4 ozs., $30.00.
@Maple Leaf Giants. An excellent, extra large flowered strain. Heavy growth with good stems. Tr. pkt., 60¢; % oz., $1.50; VY oz., $2.75; 1 oz., $9.00.
@Roggli Giant Mixture. A choice Swiss bedding strain, predominating in rich red and bronze shades. We supply only the originator’s imported seed. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 14 oz., $3.00; %4 oz., $5.00; 1 oz., $18.00.
@Steele’s Jumbo Mixture. We handle the originator’s seed of this popular American strain. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1% oz., $3.00; %4 oz., $5.00; 1 oz., $16.00.
“Feliz” is here!
This distinctive new Pansy is really the “cat’s whiskers’—hence the name “Felix”, suggested by the prominent dark veining in every flower. Our trial this past spring showed it to be uniformly true to this type, with well ruffled flowers of good size carried on fairly dwarf plants. Colors are rich and unusual—including purple, apricot and wine shades together with pastel bronzes and smoky tones difficult to describe. Each flower is marked with the dark ‘“‘whiskers” characteristic of this strain, and the over-all effect is indeed striking. We are exclusive distributors for this excellent
new Pansy. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 14 0z., $3.00; 14 0z., $5.00; 1 0z., $15.00
CONDENSED INDEX
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We know of no seed-grown cut flower crop as profitable, year in and year out, as well-grown Snaps. So wide is the selection of varieties available today, that there’s scarcely a greenhouse grower throughout our broad land who can’t find several that are ideally suited to his particular conditions. Your choice can range from dependable inbred or self-pollinated varieties—nearly all of which we produce from single plant selections right here in our own screened green- houses—to the finest of modern Hybrids, noted for their uniformly vigorous growth, heavy production and quick come-back for second and even third crops. We feel certain that you will be well repaid for the time spent in looking this list over carefully.
CULTURE: For hints on growing better Snaps—see page 5.
HYBRID SNAPS
The production of Hybrid Snaps involves the use of the same principles that have made Hybrid Corn—with its increased vigor and yield—so popular today. The Hybrid Snapdragon is the result of crossing pure-line strains of two distinct varieties and possesses, to a marked degree, a faster and more vigorous rate of erowth than any self-pollinated variety. As a result, considerable growing time can be saved—which means a saying in costs. In addition, their quicker come- back for a second crop has meant many extra dollars in the pockets of growers who are accustomed to cutting two crops from one planting. Our Hybrids were recommended by prominent speakers at last spring’s Cornell, Ohio State and Purdue short courses.
<Geee== @ BALL YELLOW HYBRID No. 1
Speaking at last winter’s Ohio State University Short Course, one of the Midwest’s most prominent Snap growers named this on his preferred list of varieties. It’s a rich golden yellow with long stems and flower spikes, and very productive. Can be flowered easily in January from a mid-July sowing. % tr.
pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00. @ BALL PINK HYBRID No. 2 (New)
An early and free-flowering medium pink. Nice spikes and a good producer. The outstanding feature of this new Hybrid is its earliness and pleasing color. While some growers have reported soft stems on this variety, others have been well pleased. We suggest comparing this alongside Dorcas Jane and Maryland Pink under your growing conditions. A mid-July sowing flowers in December with us. 1% tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@ BALL RED HYBRID No. 7 (Pictured on opposite page.) Has the same rich scarlet-crimson color of the old Velvet Supreme, but with superior flower spike and stem length. This color should not be confused with the purplish shade common in most so-called “red” varieties. We find a
mid-July sowing flowers for Christmas around Chicago. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
Barbara. (New—Yoder.) The originator describes this as a vig- Goldrush. (Winkler.) A medium yellow; lighter than Ball orous grower with long spikes and large bronze florets with pink Yellow Hybrid No. 1, and a few days earlier. ¥% tr. pkt., $1.75; throat and bright bronze lips. Seed ready early in July. % tr. tr. pkt., $3.00.
pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00. Jubilee. (New—Winkler.) Described by the originator as a light
golden bronze similar in color to Suntan. Habit of growth re- sembles Goldrush. Seed ready early July. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@ Christina. (Yoder.) This medium-light pink is just a shade @ Mary Ellen. (Yoder.) Same color as Maryland Pink, but some-
Better Times. (Windmiller.) Bright cerise-rose; medium length stems and compact spikes. 1% tr. pkt., $1.25; tr. pkt., $2.00.
deeper than Mary Ellen. Florets are large and well spaced on what later and has longer stems and flower spikes. 1% tr. pkt., hard grass-free stems. We consider this one of the finest mid- $1.50; tr. pkt., $2.50.
season Hybrids. Seed ready mid-June. 6, tr. pkt., a Lar by ® Maryland Pink. (Winkler. ) Soft, creamy pink; early flowering tr. pkt., $3.00. with medium length stems. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@Christmas Cheer. (Windmiller.) Extra early and productive, Maxine. (Smith.) Winter flowering rose-pink. Slightly deeper
bright rose-pink. One of the most popular Hybrids. % tr. pkt., than Dorcas Jane. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00. $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00. Patricia. (New—Yoder.) Originator’s description: “Vigorous growing yellow with long spikes of medium sized florets with @® Dorcas Jane. (Burkey.) A second early with good stems and deep yellow lower lip. Habit of growth resembles Margaret, long spikes of clear silvery rose. % tr. pkt., $1.50; tr. pkt., but blooms earlier.” Seed ready mid-June. % tr. pkt., $1.75; $2.50. tr. pkt., $3.00. Vs The dot (@) indicates varieties most dependably satisfactory in our experience and observation.
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HYBRIDS and INBREDS
These “top-notch” varieties are selected on the basis of our annual green- house flowering trials and your preference as indicated by your orders.
LIGHT PINK
®Christina. HYBRID. The best medium-light pink we’ve seen in a long time. See opposite page for further description. Seed ready mid- June. 1 tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@ Maryland Pink. HYBRID. The earliest light pink Hybrid. See opposite page for further description. 1% tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
® Mary Ellen. HYBRID. Popular light pink; one of the first Hybrid Snaps. Further described on opposite page. % tr. pkt., $1.50; tr. pkt., $2.50.
MEDIUM PINK
® Dorcas Jane. HYBRID. See opposite page for description. 1 tr. pkt., $1.50; tr. pkt., $2.50.
@Ball Pink Hybrid No. 2. (New.) Try this medium pink Hybrid alongside Dorcas Jane and Maryland Pink to see how it measures up in
your locality. Further description on opposite page. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@ Cheviot Maid No. 33. Might be described as between medium pink and light rose in color. Not quite as early as Dorcas Jane, but a satis- factory and widely grown self-pollinated variety. We consider this the best of the many Cheviot Maid strains. Tr. pkt., $1.50.
ROSE
@ Christmas Cheer. HYBRID. As popular today as when it was introduced in 1939. See opposite page. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
® Delworth’s Supreme. We consider this the best early flowering, fairly deep rose. Both stem length and spike are superior to Better Times, although the color of the latter is considerably darker. Tr. pkt., $1.50.
@Peggy Schumann. Here’s a variety that’s been on our “best” list for a long time—and deservy- edly so, too. It’s a beautiful creamy rose-pink with good spikes of well spaced florets. At its best for a spring crop. Tr. pkt., $2.00.
© Better Times. HYBRID. We have a hard time trying to decide whether this is a rose or a red. Perhaps the term “‘rose-red” most accurately describes it. While the stems and spikes are a bit on the short side, it is quite widely grown.
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PLEASE NOTE
Vv tr. pkts. of any variety priced at $1.00 are
supplied at 60c; 14 pkts. of $1.50 varieties, $1.00. No % pkts. on $2.00 or $3.00 varieties EXCEPT WHERE NOTED.
YELLOW
@Ball Yellow Hybrid No. 1. Our finest yellow. See opposite page for picture and full descrip- tion. 14 tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@Ethel. The standard mid-season yellow. While this popular self-pollinated variety has been superseded by our Yellow Hybrid, it continues to be widely grown. Noted for its clean, hard growth. Tr. pkt., $1.50.
WHITE
® Margaret. This clean growing and productive ivory-white is the most-called-for variety on our entire list. Seems to be equally at home in all localities. Mid-season in flowering. Tr. pkt.,
$2.00.
@White Wonder Improved. A very satisfactory pure white for late winter and spring. Stems are long and firm with spikes of good length. This is our own reselected strain. Tr. pkt., $1.50.
@Peace. The “whitest” white Snap that we know of. While some growers report unsatisfactory results with this variety during mid-winter, others find it invaluable at that season. For Easter and Mother’s Day it is at its very best— and a mighty hard white to beat. Tr. pkt., $1.50.
BRONZE
@Lady Dorothy. A bright orange-bronze with long, tapering spikes. A true mid-winter variety and hard to beat for color, but stems are in- clined to droop a bit under some growing con- ditions. For this reason, some growers still pre- fer Afterglow, which is at its best in spring rather than mid-winter. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00.
@ Afterglow. An old-timer that still finds favor with many growers. Spikes of clear orange- bronze are compactly formed and growth is clean. At its best during spring. Tr. pkt., $1.00.
RED
@ Bali Red Hybrid No. 7. Most satisfactory red for Christmas or later. See opposite page for full description. % tr. pkt., $1.75; tr. pkt., $3.00
@Shisler’s Red. While lacking the rich warm scarlet-crimson color of our Red Hybrid No. 7, this will be found a useful wine or purplish red. Although the florets are not large, the spike is well formed and the stems hard and free from grass. Rather late blooming. Tr. pkt., $2.00.
LAVENDER
@Ball Lavender. Most popular variety in this color class. The color is a bright, rosy lavender; stems are long and strong. This, as well as other lavender varieties, is inclined to be late and should be flowered from February on. pct pe 50s
See following pages 4 and 5 for complete list of Snapdragons.
PICTURED BELOW
Ball Red Hybrid No. 7
A mid-July sowing flow- ers for Christmas around Chicago. Better try it. Tr. pkt.,
$3.00.
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COMPLETE LIST OF VARIETIES
LIGHT PINK Tr. pkt.
@Christina. HYBRID. The best medium light pink we’ve seen in some time. Ready mid-June. % tr. pkt., $1.75. .$3.00
Daybreak; e tleax light pinks hese, Soe 2 ieee ck, ais 1.00 La France. Light pink for late winter and spring....... 1.50 Maiden’s Blush Imp. Pale pink. 1% tr. pkt., 85¢....... 1.50 @ Marie Louise. A beautiful light shell-pink. Especially
choice? colar Lor: Spring. setae keke ea tas eee ae eb eas 2.00 @ Mary Ellen. HYBRID. Same color as Maryland Pink but
somewhat later and stonger. 1% tr. pkt., $1.50........ 2250 @ Maryland Pink. HYBRID. Creamy light pink. Early
flowering and productive. % tr. pkt., $1.75.......... 3.00 @St. Louis Pink. Excellent light pink for spring....... 1.50
MEDIUM PINK
@Ball Pink Hybrid No. 2. (New.) Outstanding for earli-
ness and pleasing clear pink color. % tr. pkt., $1.75... 3.00 @Cheviot Maid No. 33. The best of the many Cheviot
Maid strains. Between pink and rose in color......... 1.50 @Dorcas Jane. HYBRID. Good stems and long spikes of
silvery rose-pink make this outstanding. % tr. pkt.,
DLS Operate ree oy mes Ce ene Ses ane ears 2.50 Early Cincinnati. Early flowering medium pink......... 1.00 New Cincinnati. Medium rose-pink with shatter-proof spikes
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ROSE
America. Very attractive rose and orange bicolor....... 1.50 Ball Early Pink. Early flowering rose-pink............ 1.00 Better Times. HYBRID. Bright cerise-rose. Medium
length stems; compact spikes. 1% tr. pkt., $1.25...... 2.00 Charm. Extra large deep rose. Heavy spikes, but stems
Yather ishorts forraiséd ehbenches zs. ssh ee hee one 2.50 Cheviot Maid Reselected. Popular rose-pink.......... 1.00 @ Christmas Cheer. HYBRID. Extra early and productive,
bright\ rose- pink? so 7tr (pki 1.) se eice e ee e 3.00 @ Delworth’s Supreme. Long, strong stems and good spikes
Ol. deeprrase; A itite early. meer tienes ac te amare oe tate 150 Gilbert's} Pink; Deep: rose pinkesaen ee eee eee ee 2.00 Maxine. HYBRID. Winter flowering rose-pink. Slightly
deeper than Dorcas Jane. % tr. pkt., $1.75.......... 3.00 @Peggy Schumann. Beautiful creamy rose-pink. One of
the best spring flowering varieties................. 2.00 @Rockwood Pink Supreme. A fairly deep, bright rose-
pink; compact spikes and heavy stems.............. 2.00 @ Rose Queen. Deep rose; an old time favorite......... 1.00 Tetraploid Rose. Extra large deep cerise-rose. This is a
true, winter flowering tetraploid... ....0.-.0.....0.4 1.50
RED
@ Ball Red Hybrid No. 7. Best red for Christmas and later,
Bright scarlet-crimson. ¥% tr. pkt., $1.75............ 3.00 Red Lips. Bright wine-red with gold lip and white tube.
Aneattrastive bicolor novelty’. 5, 2... eae ee 2.00 @Shisler’s Red. Attractive wine-red. True to color and a
good hard stemmed variety for spring............... 2.00
LAVENDER
© Ball Lavender. Long stemmed and strong growing with
good spikes of bright rosy lavender................ 1.50 Bertha Baur. Prefer Ball lavender.................. 1.50 Schumann’s Lavender. Popular spring Wali Vaio hi. teas 2.00 @Windmiller’s Lilac. Long stemmed rosy lilac......... 2.00
PLEASE NOTE W% tr. pkts. of any varieties priced at $1.00 are supplied at 60c; % pkts. of $1.50 varieties, $1.00. No % pkts. on $2.00 or $3.00 varieties EXCEPT WHERE NOTED.
YELLOW Tr. pkt.
© Ball Yellow Hybrid No. 1. Today’s finest golden yellow Snapdragon. 44 tr! pkt, $1.75) tec enn ee $3.00 Carol Jean. Licht, creamy yellow. 3. - psec 2.00 Ceylon Court. Medium yellow for spring............. 1.00 Coate’s Yellow Perfection. Spring flowering yellow..... 1.00
@ Ethel. The most satisfactory self-pollinated yellow; extra clean and! uniform 3,.%0u-c.s sorts 0. eee eo ee
Goldrush. HYBRID. Large flowered medium yellow. A. good, producer. 4% tr. pkt:, $1575 0p eee 3.00 Junglewood Lemon. Light yellow. % tr. pkt., $1.25.... 2.00
@ Junglewood Yellow. A clean growing rich yellow by the introducer of Junglewood White. 4% tr. pkt., $1.25.... @ Klondike Supreme. Rich deep yellow. A vigorous grow- ing, large flowered: variety. 1.1.12 -- eomie ee eee ee ® Patricia. (New.) HYBRID. Medium yellow. Habit simi- lar to Margaret. Ready mid-June. % tr. pkt., $1.75.... Thomson’s Yellow Imp. Early flowering deep yellow. Better
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spike and uniformity than Yellow Wonder........... 2.00 Yellow Peagy Schumann, For spring................ 2.00 Yellow Wonder imp. Extra early, but with some uneven-
ness in color and habit)ot crow essen nee 1.50
WHITE Bail Dwarf White. Quite nice for pot plants. Not a cut flower type. Cultural notes with each packet......... 1.00
Feist’s White. Slightly creamy white with yellow lip; early and ‘free: flowering’: .)4.£0% sin, yee nee ee @Junglewood White. Extra long stemmed pure white. Rather late flowering with us. % tr. pkt., $1.25...... Koester’s White. Extra early pure white with medium length ‘stems. We prefer Peace. |... os.0 oe eee Lucky Strike Imp. Long stemmed ivory-white. We consider
Margaret much ‘superior...... 0k. .:c. on ee 1.50 Madeline. Late flowering pure white..............-- 2.00 @ Margaret. Clean ivory-white; very productive. The most
popularsyariety on oun entire! lists .oeneeieen cement 2.00 Marion. Popular spring flowering white.............. 1.50 @Peace. The purest paper white we know of. Though a
true early, it’s*at: its best" in-spring.. . 2eaene ae 1.50 Rockwood’s Crystal White. (New.) Pure white. Recom-
mended for late spring and early summer only........ 3.00 Schaffroth’s White. Long stemmed creamy white....... 1.50 Schlegel’s White. Early vigorous white.............. 1.50 Snowdrift. Double flowering white. At its best during
spring months.> 42 itr:¢pkt., $ 1.7550 sae eee ee 3.00 Snow White. Fine spring white; many flowers duplexed.. 1.50
®Tommy Armstrong. (New.) A first class pure white for late winter and spring. Stems are clean and hard with
closely spaced flower spikes.) 3.3. 2) | ee ee 3.00 ©Westover’s Fringed White. Large attractively fringed
white. One of the better varieties for spring........-- 1.00 Westover’s Fringed White, Early. Early strain of above.. 1.50 @ White Wonder Imp. This is our own long stemmed strain
and should not be confused wtih the original short
stemmed ‘variety 24. .; 0 ls 6 sae eee ee 1.50
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BRONZE ‘Tr. pkt: @ Afterglow. Bright orange-bronze; still widely grown... .$1.00 Barbara. (New.) HYBRID. Large flowered bronze with
pink throat. Ready early July. % tr. pkt., $1.75..... 3.00 Bronze Christmas Cheer. 1% tr. pkt., $1.25........... 2.00 @Glorious. Bright reddish bronze for spring........... 1.50 Ideal Improved. Blend of rose, orange and yellow....... 1.50 Jubilee. (New.) HYBRID. Light golden bronze. Habit
similar to Goldrush. Ready early July. % tr. pkt.,
At IY as oe ee rarer ma nyae tree! ao Cee ae 3.00 Kirkwood Beauty. Orange-bronze...................- 1.00 @Lady Dorothy. Bright orange-bronze. The best in this
color class for mid-winter. 1 tr. pkt., $1.75......... 3.00
Miss Wooster. Schlegel’s Early Bronze.
Spring flowering, golden orange........ 1.00 An improved Bronze Christmas
Cheer, with better flowers and habit............... 2.00 Sunlitesss bixtraeeat vate te bc O12 Cie enene cr een neem ne 1.00 Talisman Imp. Double and semi-double golden bronze ... 2.00
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SOME CULTURAL
Are you a retail grower?—or do you grow for market? Winter or spring? Do you want 3 ft. stems or heavier production? By carefully planning your sowings, and varieties used, you can make your Snap crop produce what you can sell and when you can move it. Here are several suggested plans based on our experience—and that of other growers. Sowing dates are for the Middle West. They can be of help to the fellow with limited experience. Nothing can equal, though, what you learn by growing Snaps several seasons on your own place—and keeping records. That’s important!
For the retail grower: Sow July 10; transplant to 2 in. bands when ready; bench 8x8 in. on raised bench Aug. 27. Pinch when about 12 inches high, leaving four pairs of leaves (for heavy pro- duction). First crop, early varieties (Christmas Cheer) for Thanks- giving; later ones (Peggy Schumann) for Christmas. Second crop, March through Easter. Benches clear for spring stock.
Early spring Snaps for market: (Best market prices most sec- tions Feb. 1 through Easter.) Sow July 30. Transplant seedlings to raised bench 3x3 in.; dig and bench (ground bed) 8x10 in., Sept. 21. Pinch Oct. 4 leaving 3 pairs of leaves. Prune, leaving best 4 shoots (for quality). Flower: Good long spikes early March to Easter, one crop only. Follow with Pomps.
Two crops a year for market: Sow July 2; transplant to flats as ready; bench transplants to ground beds; pinch after benching. First crop Dec. 1 through Feb. 1. Prune plants back to four best shoots for good quality second crop March 1 through April. Fol-
low with Carnations. Dates for central Ohio.
Single stem: The latest wrinkle!—especially for market grow- ers. You can bring a crop in 3 to 4 weeks sooner, cut one good spike per plant, clear bench for next crop without waiting for Production about equal to 7x8 in. spacing pinched; quality usually better. Sowing dates: Better have a succession of sowings coming along. It’s hard to hit a holiday. Suggested sow- ings dates (not guaranteed!), all single stem:
stragelers.
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Here’s how Sykoras of Batavia, Ill. (top-notch growers—by the way) handle their Snaps. Seedlings are transplanted to raised benches 3x3 in. At about the height pictured above they’re ready to dig and bench— unpinched. This encourages those strong bottom breaks (see inset) rather than weak top breaks which would result from early pinching while plants were still close spaced. See story below for method of handling after permanent benching.
DO'S AND DON’T’S
Sow To Flower Sow To Flower Aug. 10 December Nov. 1 Early April Sept. 1 February Dec. 15 May
Sept. 16 Early March
These dates are based on medium-early varieties (Ball Yellow Hybrid No. 1, Dorcas Jane). An example: A Sept. 1 sowing flow- ered Ball Yellow Hybrid No. 1 February 10 single stem. Ball Red Hybrid No. 7 (an extra early) flowered Jan. 10 from the same sowing. ;
Troubles, troubles! Most serious are the several diseases:
Case No. 1: Plants rot off just below the ground shortly after benching. It helps to sterilize soil, but give it several weeks cur-
ing plus leaching before benching. In ener set plants just deep enough to bury roots—no deeper! Avoid susceptible varie- ties. Have extras to replace the casualties.
Case No. 2: Worst in mid-winter—plants just start drying and rotting back from leaf tips. For help, carry more air on houses, drop night temperature to 45°, keep plants on dry side. Sterilized soil helps, also raised benches help harden growth. Best cure: drop varieties that trouble you this way. Remove affected plants promptly.
Case No. 3: Stubby spikes—again a mid-winter trouble. Some varieties this past winter developed as few as 2 or 3 florets on a spike during early January. Weather records from New York to Seattle showed about half normal sun this past January. Cleveland with least sun (23%) had most stubby spikes (see “Talks” March 50). It’s the kind of thing that happens one winter in ten—or less. You can drop the affected varieties, but the one you drop might prove a winner next winter.
PLANTS?
to early March most of greenhouses in
cliable “Ball? Pak.” ” See page .
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“Flower Seeds
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NON BRANCHING
for Florists”
WEST CHICAGO ILLINOIS
Stocks
(18,000 seeds per 02.)
Introduced to the trade by the late “G.J.B.” nearly 20 years ago, Non-Branching Stocks remain high on the list of cool house crops. They have been good property on the wholesale markets, especially up to and including Easter. Retail growers find them easy to grow and useful for baskets, funerals, etc. They’re colorful, showy, and they surely do have fragrance!
On cutting costs: Along with our Easter sowing this year (made Oct. 22), we filled several thousand 2x2 in. veneer bands with soil, sowed 2-3 seeds in each. They were thinned to one seed- ling, bands removed, and plants benched Jan. 10. At this writing (Mar. 30) there’s very little difference between the plants from bands and those sown direct to the bench at the same time. The saving ?—nearly 3 months use of the bench. As we figure it, that
Prices all Non-Branching Stocks, each: % tr. pkt., 60¢; tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 oz., $2.50; 14 oz., $4.75; 1 0z., $9.00.
OUR "5 BEST”
@No. 16 Ball White—Medium Tall. This early pure white is the most popular variety on our entire list. Well-liked be- cause of its extra large florets and well-formed, compact spikes.
@No. 1 Lilac-Lavender Improved. This is our new strain of this popular silvery lilac variety. Stems are heavier with longer flower spikes—and we find it quite resistant to rot.
@No. 22 Ball Supreme. A long stemmed, vigorous growing variety with fine, heavy spikes of rich silvery rose. The most outstanding Stock in its color class.
@No. 20 Ball Apricot. Long spikes of rich apricot faintly tinged pink. Blends well with lavenders and purples.
@No. 21 Purple Heart. Long stemmed and large flowered, bright violet-purple. Striking in combination with white, buff and yellow shades.
WHITE VARIETIES @WNo. 16 Bail White—Med. Tall. See 5 Best above.
@No. 99 Ball White. We find this pure white averages 4 to 6 inches longer spike and stem than our popular No. 16.
White Giant. (New.) Good long stemmed white. Best white for outdoor culture in cool areas. We prefer our No. 16 Ball White for greenhouse use. Not available till November.
Gardenia. Long stemmed pure white, but not entirely non-branch- ing. Widely grown outdoors in cool climates.
No. 5 Ball Dwarf White. Spikes of this dwarf Non-Branching Stock resemble a white Hyacinth. An ideal pot plant variety.
LAVENDER, BLUE AND PURPLE VARIETIES @No. 1 Lilac-Lavender Improved. See 5 Best above.
No. 3 Ball Blue Improved. Heavier stems and better spikes than our earlier Ball Blue. Double percentage slightly low.
@No. 21 Purple Heart. See 5 Best above.
should cut cost per dozen flowers almost one-third.
Breeding and growing seed of Stocks is one of our most im- portant tasks at West Chicago. Our Stock seed growing and breeding program is, for one thing, the only effective means we know of to keep the percentage of doubles high. Further, it assures you of strains true to color. Note our new and improved strains of Ball Lilac Lavender No. 1, Ball Blue No. 3, Malmaison No. 7, Ruby No. 8, and Deep Apricot No. 24. Each is a decided improve- ment in its color class.
Our new rot resistant strain of Ball White No. 16 is again stand- ing up almost 100% even in soil which rots the ordinary strain severely. We expect to have it ready for you in 1951.
PINK, ROSE AND RED VARIETIES
@No. 22 Ball Supreme. See 5 Best at left.
No. 11 Ball Pink. A medium light rose-pink. Earlier and some- what lighter than our No. 22, but not quite as long stemmed.
@No. 14 Ball Rose. An early flowering, fairly deep rose-pink. Darker in color and longer stemmed than the above variety.
No. 9 Chamois Pink. A warm rosy buff color. Good stems and flower spikes.
No. 7 Malmaison Pink Improved. Long spikes of soft, shell- pink; a popular color. Entirely non-branching.
No. 6 American Beauty. Rich deep American Beauty or carmine- rose. An appealing color.
@No. 8 Ruby Improved. Larger florets and a more brilliant scarlet-crimson color than the former Ruby.
MISCELLANEOUS VARIETIES @No. 20 Ball Apricot. See 5 Best at left.
@No. 24 Deep Apricot Improved. A more coppery, terra cotta shade than the earlier strain. A good novelty color.
No. 17 Gold Standard. Creamy, ivory yellow; an attractive pastel.
No. 10 Mixture. Our own formula mixture. Contains mostly good market varieties with a limited amount of novelty colors.
Prices all Non-Branching Stocks, each: % tr. pkt., 60¢; tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 oz. $2.50; % oz., $4.75; 1 0z., $9.00.
FOR OUTDOOR GROWING
In cooler localities (where Stocks are commonly grown as an outdoor crop) authorities have found the following varieties to be the most satisfactory:
WHITE—Ball White No. 16, White Giant and Gardenia.
ROSE—Ball Supreme No. 22 and Bail Rose No. 14. LIGHT PINK—Malmaison Pink Improved No. 7. LAVENDER—Lilac-Lavender Improved No. 1. PURPLE—Purple Heart No. 21.
SEE PAGE 8 for COMPLETE LIST of BRANCHING STOCKS
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PICTURED HERE—
The 3 most popular of our 5 best varieties of Non-Branching
Stocks. No. 1 Lilac Lavender Improved
No. 16 Ball White—Medium Tall No. 22 Ball Supreme
See opposite page for descriptions and prices.
“Flower Seeds
BRANCHING STOCKS
Retail growers should include some of this class in their planting. All, with the exception of the Dwarf Ten Week, are handled the same. Plant 8x8 in. and top when about 8 in. tall for plenty of good flowers with medium length stems. The Dwarf Ten Week type is largely used for pot plants.
GIANTS OF CALIFORNIA Golden Gate. Soft, creamy yellow. Monterey. A clear bright pink.
@ Pacific. Fairly dark lilac-mauve. Redwood. Ruby red.
Santa Barbara. Chamois or buff. @Santa Maria. Best branching white. ®Tahoe. Clear lavender.
® Yosemite. Rich rose-pink.
Prices above 8, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1225; 1 0z.. $4.50,
Mixture of all colors in this class. Tr. pkt.,
35c; 44 oz., $1.15; 1 oz., $4.00.
IMPROVED BISMARCKS
Antique Copper. Fine copper-red. Apple Blossom. Pale, delicate pink. Blood-Red. Bright ruby-red. @®Chamois. Clear chamois or buff. @EIk’s Pride. Rich purple.
Flesh. Pale coral-pink.
Golden Ball. Ivory-yellow. @®Lovender. Clear lilac-lavender. Lilac. Fairly deep lilac-blue. @Rose. Fine bright rose-pink. @Shasta. Giant flowered white. Formula Mixture of above colors. Prices above 12, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz.,
$1.15; 1 oz., $3.50.
BEAUTY OF NICE Cote D’Azure. Light lavender-blue. Flesh-Pink (Beauty of Nice). Mont Blanc. Extra early pure white. Queen Alexandra. Fine rosy lilac. Mixture.
Prices above 5, each: tr. pkt., 30¢; 14 oz., 75e? 107... 52.65.
PERPETUAL BRANCHING
Empress Victoria. Lilac. Mixture
Prices above 2, each: tr. pkt., 30¢; 4 oz., 75¢; 1°07. 52.65.
DWARF TEN WEEK Blcod-Red
Lavender Purple
Carmine-Pink Canary-Yellow Deep Rose White Formula Mixture
Prices above 8, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 oz., 65c; 1 oz., $2.00.
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WEST CHICAGO ILLINOIS
pYeuuual Larkspur
for Florists”
Left to right: 1. Sup. Maj. Lavender Salmon Supreme ‘ Five of today’s finest Larkspur. See 7 Best list, opposite page.
3. Sup. Maj. White 5. Giant Imp. Rosalind 4. Giant Imp. Blue Spire
For Early Summer Cut Flowers Outdoors
If a sowing is made outdoors by growers in the near South 6 or 7 weeks before the ground freezes, plants well enough established to winter over in all except the most severe seasons can be produced. In our locality sowing should be done late enough to avoid gvermination before the ground freezes. With good drainage and some coarse covering, such a sowing will germinate promptly in early spring and get into flower 2 or 3 weeks before the spring sown crop.
Under Glass—Spring Flowering
For indoor growing, Larkspur is a nice crop to follow either early or late Mums. Well started 3 inch banded or potted plants should be ready, and are produced by a September or later sowing.
Space at least 12x12 in. on ground; 10x10 in. on raised beds should be ample. The after Mum planting is generally started out cool, 40° to 45° nights, increasing to 50° or more with spring weather.
Germination
Larkspur seed, as well as its perennial form, Delphinium, holds its germination for but one year—more or less. And it doesn’t germinate well in high temperatures. If it must be sown when hot, better do so in flats set under a bench or in a cool shed. It requires 2 to 3 weeks to come through, sometimes longer.
New Crop Seed
is always most reliable for sowing under adverse conditions of summer heat. We have a special source for Larkspur seed (7 best varieties only) permitting delivery in early August. If you order in June or July, please specify whether you prefer to wait for new crop. After August all orders are filled with new erop.
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“Flower Seeds As are for Florists” wen
ptuuual Larkrepur
(8,000 seeds per oz.)
OUR “7 BEST”
Several excellent strains of Larkspur have made their appearance on the market in the past several years. We have flowered each strain in comparison with the standards which have been in use for years, and noted the merits of each. Notable improvements were found, particularly in the Super Majestic strains. Accordingly, the best of those strains are included in our 7 best list this year. The varieties Blue Bell, Sweet Lavender and White King—formerly in this “Best” group—will be found at the head of the Giant Imperials elsewhere on this page.
@Super Majestic Light Blue. (New.) @Giant Imperial Blue Spire. Fine vio- An excellent light blue; outstanding. let-purple; best in its color.
@Super Majestic Lavender. Beautiful @Giant Imperial Brilliant Rose. The orchid-lavender; a rich color. standard deep rose; fully double.
@Super Majestic White. Long stem- @Giant Imperial Rosalind. Vigorous, med pure white; improves White medium pink; very choice.
King. Prices above 3, each: tr. pkt., 25¢;
Prices above 3, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; Y% oz. 65¢; 1 oz. $1.10; 4 ozs., % oz., 65¢; 1 oz. $1.10; 4 ozs., $3.60; 1 lb., $11.00. $3.60; 1 lb., $11.00.
@Salmon Supreme. Medium deep rose; @7 Best Mixture. Blended by formula heavy, fully double spikes. Tr. pkt., from these 7 varieties. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 35¢; % oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $1.80; 1% oz., 65¢; 1 oz, $1.10; 4 ozs., 4 ozs., $6.00; 1 lb., $18.00. $3.60; 1 lb., $11.00.
SPECIAL OFFER: One tr. pkt. each of above 7 varieties for $1.75.
SUPER MAJESTICS GIANT IMPERIALS
Extra vigorous growth with long stems (Base Branching)
and long spikes of fully double flowers are : anes
the important points about this strain. Seas orc. in 6 Best list.)
ore, Carmine. (New.) Rose, flecked Sweet Lavender. (Formerly in 6 Best
; : : list.) A good lavender.
par alde pn Sp Rape Tose. White King. (Formerly in 6 Best list.)
@Light Blue. (See 7 Best, above). Rae pune ee ee b )
@Rose-Pink. Excellent, medium pink. at nese oes ( oR oF My are
@Rosy Mauve. (New.) Rich lilac shade. sed Se Stn oo iat ieee ae Cora! King. Pleasing, soft coral-pink.
OW biter Seem )POuenove) Dazzler. Deep carmine, flecked white.
Saburo aaaren ne 8 Roky oa @ Exquisite Pink Imp. Fine medium pink.
: ; ; Gloria Imp. Medium rose shades. 65c; 1 oz. $1.10; 4 ozs., $3.60; 1 Ib., @Lilac King. Rich, deep bluish lavender.
$11.00. @ Lilac Queen. Orchid; lighter and rosier than Lilac King.
SUPREMES Los Angeles Imp. Salmon-rose. aah
A vigorous growing, base branching class Mise acalifomics Prefer Super Majestic
with large spikes of fully double flowers.
Compares favorably with the Super Majes- f . tics in stem length and spike quality. AiecLih a e re ea rose. This @ Dark Blue Supreme. Deep violet-purple. Whi pore. ries eat Me Li Lilac Supreme. Good rosy lavender. ihe Oc kadar a200d | pure Wiite,
: White Spire. Prefer Sup. Maj. White.
@ Rose Supreme. ce pees ee: Wore Formula Mixture of Giant Imperials.
@Salmon Supreme. A i : : White Supreme. Nice pure white. a Maths beni peesin jue ie @Supreme Mixture. All Supreme colors. $11.00 oz., $1.10; 4 ozs., $3.60; . Prices above 6, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; % 02z., yt
$1.00; 1 oz. $1.80; 4 ozs., $6.00;
@Rosalind. (See 7 Best, above.)
1 lb., $18.00. REGAL TYPE HYACINTH-FLOWERED (Pictured at right) Produces one long non-branching spike. @Regal Rose. Rich, deep rose with fine, Dark Blue Lavender Pink heavy spikes and large, double florets. Purple White Mixed
This was outstanding in our trials. Tr. Prices above 6, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; % o2z., pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.00; 1 oz. $1.80; 90c; 1 oz., $1.60; 4 ozs., $5.20; 1 lb... AAO es 4 ozs., $6.00; 1 lb., $18.00. $16.00. Regal Rose—a fine new rose
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“Flower Seeds Geb
Wiuter Sweet Peas
(350 seeds per oz.)
Winter Peas are still one of the retail grower’s bread and butter crops—and when well grown they are in demand on most whole- sale markets. The long stemmed, fragrant beauties that bring real prices call for sterilized soil and early sowing so that vines will become sufficiently hardened to hold buds for winter flowering. With us this is early July—later further south, Our monthly “Grower Talks” (2 years $1.00) gives timely cultural details.
OUR “12 BEST” PINK, ROSE and SALMON
@New Ball Rose. Free flowering, bright rose. Shorter vines make this variety valuable where headroom is limited.
@ Ball Rose Queen. Extra long stemmed and large flowered clear rose-pink. One of the finest commercial varieties.
@ Ball Rose Supreme. Large wavy flowers of bright silvery rose- pink. Good stems and free flowering.
@ Ball Salmon. Fairly deep salmon-pink; an excellent producer.
ORANGE and RED
@Ball Orange Supreme. Improves the original Ball Orange in better stem length and more brilliant color.
@ Treasure Island. Large wavy flowers of glowing orange-scarlet. @ Fiesta. Brilliant scarlet-cerise the finest red in early Peas.
LAVENDER, BLUE and PURPLE
© Ball Blue Supreme. The same rich blue color as Mrs. Hoover, but larger flowered and a better producer.
@ Twilight. A bright clear lavender. Considered by many as an improvement over Harmony.
@Triumph. Long stemmed, rich lilac-mauve; very well liked. @ Rhapsody. Extra large flowered, deep rosy lavender.
WHITE @ Ball White. The finest long stemmed pure white; white seeded.
MIXTURE @12 Best Mixture. Our own formula mixture of the above twelve. Prices above 13, each: % oz., 30c; 1 0z., 50c; 4 ozs., $1.50; 1 Ib., $5.50.
STANDARD VARIETIES
PINK, ROSE and SALMON American Beauty. American Beauty rose. Apollo. Salmon-cerise; fine for spring. Attraction. Long stemmed salmon-rose. Boon. Deep salmon-rose. Bridesmaid. Delightful silvery pink. Long stemmed. @Daphne. Soft salmon-pink on cream. Large flowered. @ Hiawatha. Strong growing, large flowered deep rose. Josie. Rose-pink; rather small flowered: @Laddie Imp. Long stemmed, fairly light rose-pink. Majestic Rose. Large flowered pink. @ Mother Machree. Large coral-rose flowers; semi-duplexed. Sequoia. Large flowered standard salmon-rose. @Titania, Extra large flowered deep rose; heavy stems. @Tops. Exira large, wavy flowered, light salmon-rose.
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WEST CHICAGO ILLINOIS
Every retail grower will find a planting of Winter Peas invaluable
ORANGE and RED
Pride. Extra long stemmed brilliant cerise.
@ Redwood. Large flowered, deep velvety crimson. @ Signal Red. Long stemmed, brilliant red. @Sparks. The finest Poppy scarlet.
LAVENDER, BLUE and PURPLE
@® Bacchus. Deep maroon-purple; large flowered. Fragrance. Clear lavender for spring flowering.
Harmony. Standard early flowering lavender.
Michigan. Clear lavender,
@ Mrs. Hoover. Standard early mid-blue.
@ Princess Blue. Large flowered, light blue; very attractive. @Tahoe. Fine mid-blue for spring flowering.
@Top Hat. Deep bright violet-blue.
WHITE and CREAM
Cascade. Extra large, white seeded white.
®Gardenia. Long stemmed pure white for spring.
@Hope. Fine black seeded white.
Oriental. Black seeded cream.
® White Harmony. Similar to Hope; black seeded. MIXTURE
Ball Early Mixture. Carefully balanced mixture of winter varie-
ties. % oz., 25¢; 1 0z., 45¢; 4 ozs., $1.35; 1 lb., $5.00.
Prices all above (except Mixture), each: % oz., 30c¢; 1 0z., 50¢; 4 ozs., $1.50; 1 lb., $5.50.
The dot (®) indicates varieties most dependably satisfactory in our experience and observation.
“Flower Seeds GG
Spriug Peas
Cuthbertson Strain
(350 seeds per oz.)
This class, being intermediate in flowering date between the Winter and Summer types, is proving increasingly valuable for spring greenhouse flowering. Because of their stronger growth, they are generally longer stemmed and last longer into the spring than the weaker growing Winter varieties. For greenhquse use, sowing should be done between October and February. They are also much used for winter outdoor growing in the extreme South.
PINK, ROSE and SALMON
Billy. Bright cerise-rose on salmon; very showy. @Carol. Attractive clear pink on white ground. Evelyn. Extra long stemmed, soft salmon-pink.
@Lois. Light rose-pink, similar in color to Ball Rose Queen in the Winter class.
RED ®Coline. Vivid, intense scarlet.
LAVENDER, BLUE and PUPRLE Danny. Brilliant, deep marine blue.
@Frank G. Fine soft rosy lavender. One of the best. Haze!. Soft, light Princess Blue shade.
@ Jessie. Closely resembles Winter Flowering Triumph in its rich lilac coloring.
@®Tommy. A clear mid-blue about the color of Mrs. Hoover in the Winter class.
WHITE @Janet. Large frilled white flowers are carried on long, heavy stems; black seeded.
Jennie. White seeded white; fine long stems.
MIXTURE @ Mixture. A mixture balanced according to demand for each color. 1 oz., 30c; 1 oz., 55¢; 4 ozs., $1.65; 1 lb., $5.50.
Prices all above Cuthbertson yarieties (except Mixture), each: 1 0z., 35c¢; 1 0z., 65c; 4 ozs., $2.00; 1 lb., $6.50.
Summer Pears
(350 seeds per oz.)
BALL “10 BEST”
@ Ball Shrimp-Pink. A pleasing soft ‘shrimp-pink.
@King Lavender. Exceptionally fine clear, even lavender with long, strong stems. Excellent growth.
@Maytime. A bright golden cerise; large flowers and long stems.
®Olympia. A rich mauve; similar in color to the winter flower- ing variety, “Triumph.”
@ Pinkie. Finest large flowered rose-pink; a heavy producer.
@Snow White. The finest clear white; black seeded.
@Stylist. Large flowers of clear, deep salmon rose pink.
@Sweet Afton. Strong growing clear bright pink.
© Welcome. An intense sunproof scarlet of vigorous growth. Fine flower size and stem, and a heavy producer.
@ Windsor Blue. A supremely fine mid-blue. Its clear, even color, stem length, and flower size set it apart.
Ball Best Mixture. Composed only of the best varieties in pro- portion to their commercial value.
Prices above 11, each: % 0z., 20c; 1 0z., 30c; 4 ozs., 90¢; 1 lb., $2.90; 5 lbs., $12.50.
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WEST CHICAGO TLUNDIS
Gall Cateudula
(3,000 seeds per oz.)
for Florists”
A vase of well grown Ball Calendula
Strong, attractive colors and economy of production are out- standing points that favor Calendula as a winter cut flower crop. We are as certain as we can be that lack of care in disbudding plus night temperatures that are too high (50° or over) are largely responsible for many of the second grade flowers seen today. As a result we can’t help emphasizing the important, yet simple points in Calendula culture which must be followed if those fine 4 to 5 inch flowers on long, stiff stems are to be had.
Of prime importance are an early start (July or early August in our locality) ; cool temperatures—not over 45° nights (40° is better) during fall and winter; and regular disbudding—just as Carnations or Mums are disbudded. Ground beds are preferable, but raised benches will produce a good crop if not allowed to dry out too much between waterings.
® Ball Improved Long Orange. The longest stemmed and largest flowered variety. Golden orange with light eye.
@ Ball Masterpiece. Deep glowing orange with dark eye. @ Ball Lemon Queen. Lemon-yellow with dark brown eye. @ Ball Gold. Deep golden yellow with light eye.
Bali Orange. Extra deep, intense orange. Light-eyed. Ball Apricot. Dark eyed buff or apricot shade. Campfire. Popular deep orange.
Prices above 7, each: tr. pkt., 40c; 14 0z., 60c; 1 oz., $2.00;
4 ozs., $6.50.
Ball Formula Mixture. Carefully made up of our named varieties with fully half orange.
Ball Art Shades Mixture. Contains many original and unusual shades and interesting bi-colors.
tt pkt., 356; 44. 0z., 50¢c? 17 0z.,. $1.50;
Prices above 2, each:
4 ozs., $5.00.
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“Flower Seeds GG,
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Ball Deep Rose is one of the most colorful of all Begonias
DWARF CLASS
Adeline. Extra free flowering bright pink; dwarf and compact. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 164 0z., $2.50; 140 0z., $4.50.
® Ball Deep Rose. Under winter and spring conditions the color is a deep rosy red which gradually fades to a luminous pink with the coming of warmer weather. Tr. pkt., $1.25; \%4 0z., $2.75; 15 o7., $5.00.
@ Ball Red. Medium large flowers of bright true scarlet are freely produced on fairly dwarf, uniform plants. This is more inclined to rot than most varieties if watered carelessly. Tr. pkt., $1.25; 14 0z., $2.75; Yo oz., $5.00.
Ball White. Rather small flowers but very freely produced. Tr pkt.,
$1.25; 164 0z., $2.50; 140 0z., $4.50. @Gruga. HETEROSIS (HYBRID) STRAIN. Large flowers of ene pink color. Habit similar to Ball Red. Tr. pkts. only, 1.50.
@Luminosa Compacta. Dwarf, free flowering scarlet-red. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1%4 0z., $3.00; 140 oz., $5.50.
@ Pink Pearl. HETEROSIS (HYBRID) STRAIN. Resembles Ade- line in flower size, rich pink color and uniformly dwarf, com- pact growth. This is the ag imported Hybrid seed. Orig- inator’s tr. pkts. only, $1.5
@Red Pearl. HETEROSIS (HYBRID) STRAIN. Identical to Pink Pearl except for its Luminosa red color. Originator’s im-
ported Hybrid seed. Tr. pkts. only, $1.50.
Rosabella. (New.) Large medium pink flowers. Growth habit resembles Hall Red. Seed ready in July. Tr. pkt., $1 peek V4 oz., $2.50; 1% oz., $4.50.
@ Snowbank. Large, glistening white flowers are carried on dense growing, even plants. The best white. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 144 oz.,
$2.50; 140 oz., $4.50.
Dwarf Varieties Mixed. One own formula mixture of dwarf va- rieties. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 0z., $2.50; 140 0z., $4.50.
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OUR "7 BEST” LIST The following varieties are further described under their respective headings: Dwarf, Intermediate and Tall.
@ Adeline. Dwarf. Bright pink. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1% 0z., $2.50; 42 0z., $4.50.
@Ball Deep Rose. Dwarf. Tr. pkt., $2.75; %2 0z., $5.00.
@Ball Red. Dwarf. Scarlet. Tr. pkt., $2.75; 142 oz., $5.00.
@ Indian Maid. Intermediate. Bronze leaved scarlet. Tr.
pkt., $1.00; 461 oz., $2.50; %2 0z., $4.50.
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$1.25; Ys o
$1.25; %4 0z.,
@Luminosa. Intermediate. Scarlet. Tr. pkt., $1.00; Y%1 oz., $3.00; 142 oz., $5.50.
@ Scandinavia Pink. Intermediate. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %1 oz., $2.75; %2 oz., $5.00.
@ Snowbank. Dwarf. Pure white. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %s oz., $2.50; %2 oz., $4.50.
INTERMEDIATE CLASS
@Carmen. The original Haars leaved Begonia; bright rose-pink flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 0z., $2.25; 12 0z., $4.00.
Fire Sea (Blaze of Fire). Large, fiery red with green foliage. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 0z., $2.25; 140 0z., $4.00.
@ Indian Maid. Hones a deep lustrous bronze with scarlet flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 164 0z., $2.50; 142 0z., $4.50.
King of the Reds; Free flowering rose-red; vigorous growth. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 44 0z., $2.50; 142 0z., $4.50.
@Luminosa. Very pLLraCHiNG and popular scarlet-red. Tr. pkt.,
$1.00; M4 0z., $3.00; 14 0z., $5.50.
Prima Donna. NES rose-pink. Prefer Scandinavia Pink. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 144 0z., $2.00; 142 oz., $3.50.
@Scandinavia Pink. Very free flowering bright rose-pink. Fine bushy habit. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 0z., $2.75; 142 0z., $5.00.
@Scandinavia Red. Identical te the above except for its bright red flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 464 0z., $2.75; Yo oz., $5.00.
Scandinavia White. A white Scandinavia selection. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 164 0z., $2.75; Vo oz., $5.00.
White Pearl. Tr. pkts. only, $1.00.
Intermediate Varieties Mixed. Our own mixture made up of the
above separate colors; carefully blended. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 4 oz., $2.00; 142 0z., $3.50. TALL CLASS Christmas Cheer. Large flowered, deep crimson-rose. Tr. pkt., $1.00; W%4 0z., $1.75; We oz., $3.25.
peer ries Extra large flowered, light pink. Tr. pkt., $1.00;
V4 oz., $2.25; Vo oz., $4.00.
Pink Radio. Extra. large flowered, Ys, 0z., $2.25; Vo oz., $4.00.
Silver Wings. Haxtra large pure white flowers. Tr. pkt., 4 0z., $1.75; Vo oz., $3.25.
Tall Varieties Mixed. A formula mixture of the above strong growing sorts. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1%4 0z., $1.50; 140 oz., $2.50.
rich rose. Tr. pkt., $1.00;
$1.00;
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BEGONIA NOTES
A well grown batch of these colorful fibrous Begonias will ‘add welcome variety to your Christmas pot plants. Sow in July to make strong 4’s for Christmas; June for 4’s for Thanks- giving. Since they are rapid growing and inexpensive, you can offer them at a moderate price and yet realize something for your effort. Try working them into combinations for the holi- days. Some growers plant 2%’s into small ornamental pottery; they make a fine house plant (and boost your pottery sales).
Varieties: We find the Dwarf types best for pots and com- binations: Adeline, Ball Deep Rose, Ball Red, Luminosa Com- pacta, Ball White. Indian Maid is showy. Gruga is new and nice.
Culture:
Not hard! We use clear neutral peat for germina- tion; no ‘covering over the seed (except paper till they sprout).
Keep surface of flat moist. Use half peat, half soil for potting. They must have 60° to keep them moving—and shade or they'll burn sure!
Our Begonia Seed (except originator’s varieties) is grown by us at West Chicago to insure trueness, and germination. And it’s cleaned, really cleaned!—by hand right here on our own place. It’s some job, but you can’t germinate the chaff.
EXTRA DWARF BEGONIAS
Ideal for small pots, combinations, or outdoor bedding borders where summers are moderate.
@ Ball Dwarf Carmen. Extra compact habit with rich bronze leaves
and light pink flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.25; M%4 0z., $3.50. @Saga. (New.) Extra dwarf and dense growth. Small, bright Luminosa red flowers are very freely produced. Tr. pkt., $1.25;
14 0z., $4.00; Vo oz., $7.50.
TUBEROUS ROOTED and MISC. BEGONIAS
Doty’s Calla Queen. A novelty Fibrous Rooted Begonia with at- tractively variegated green and white foliage which contrasts vividly with its red and pink flowers. Needs pinching for shapely plants and good variegation in leaves. Germination uncertain.
Originator’s tr. pkt., $3.00; % tr. pkt., $1.75. @ Tuberous Rooted Double Mixed. Gorgeous colors with 80% to 90% good doubles. Tr. pkt., $2.50.
Also available in the following separate colors: red and white at $2.50 per tr. pkt.
Yellow, orange,
Tuberous Rooted Single Mixed. Attractive mixture; large flow- ered. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 0z., $2.50; 42 0z., $4.50.
@Lloydii Mixed. Double flowers, about 2 inches, scarlet, rose, salmon and white. Tr. pkt., $3.00.
Rex Hybrids. Mixture of ornamental leaved Rex Begonias; many unusual variations. Seed is quite small and requires extra care in germinating. Tr. pkts. only, $1.00.
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2-INCH BANDED BEGONIAS SHIPPED IN OUR ‘’BALL-PAK”’
We are extensive producers of Begonias in 2-inch bands. They are all shipped in our very efficient “Ball-Pak” at no added cost. lf in need of perfect plants, finished with extra spacing, and well packed, let’s hear from you. Most popular varieties are available from September to June. See page 24.
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Ball Multiflora Nana Calceolaria is unexcelled
While Calceolarias aren’t difficult to grow, they are rather exacting in their requirements. But they do sell, for it is difficult to imagine a more showy pot plant. To make 5-inch plants for Easter, seed should be sown around Aug. 15. In sowing use only loose, sterilized material. The seed is very fine and no soil covering should be used. When large enough to handle, they should be flatted— later they may go into 5’s. Cool temperatures (45°-48° nights) are important after plants are well up; and from late winter on they'll need protection from direct sun. Regular fumigation is essential, too. Ball Multiflora Nana Mixture is the most popular variety.
@ Ball Multiflora Nana Mixture. Large heads of medium sized flowers in brilliant reds, yellows and intermediate shades. The dwarf plants are wiry in promt with small tes leaves. Tr.
pkt., $1.00; 1425 oz., $2. 35; %4 oz., $4.35; Yo oz., $8.00.
Cloth of Gold. ea large, golden yellow flowers. a showy. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 164 0z., $2. 50; 15 oz., $4.50.
@ Duplex Hybrids Mixed. Upper pouch of each flower is almost ¢ large as the lower, giving an attractive duplexed effect. Plants are bushy and fairly dwarf; nice color mixture. % tr. pkt.,
$1.25; tr. pkt., $2.00; 1428 0z., $4.00.
® Dwarf Tigered or Spotted. Various spotted shades of red, yellow and rosy bronze. Dwarf and compact; needs no staking. Tr. pkt.,
$1.00; 164 0z., $2.50; 140 0z., $4.50.
Flower Cloud. Cloud-like heads of small ful Gas in shades of yellow, orange and bronze. Tr. pkt., $1.50; 1428 oz., $3.50.
@ Grandiflora Dwarf Mixed. Extra large flowers in unusual and striking colors are carried on dwarf plants. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 144
0z., $2.75; eo oz., $5.00.
CLE Mek Mixed. A tall growing strain of the above. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 144 oz., $2.50; eo oz., $4.50.
Indian Prince: A bright scarlet Multiflora Nana selection. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 14028 0z., $2. 55.
Perennial Hybrids (Rugosa). exhibition work and bedding. Tr. pkt.,
A very small flowered type for large
$1.00.
Red Triumph. A separate color selection of Triumph, 90% true scarlet-red. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1464 0z., $2.75; 142 0z., $5.00.
@ Triumph Strain. Medium nee flowers; mostly bright reds and
yellows. Tr. pkt.. $1.00; 144 0z., $2.75; 149 0z., $5.00.
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The bright yellow eyes of Cineraria Multiflora Nana, Gold Center, present a striking contrast to
its richly colored petals. You'll find the combination most effective.
@ Siter’s Rainbow Strain. 3500 seeds per 149 oz. An excellent market strain with immense heads of medium large, mostly white-eyed Bee and small foliage. Tr. pkt., $2.00; 164 oz., $2. 50; 4 oz., $4.50; 146 0z., $8.00.
@ Multiflora Nana, Gold Center. 6300 seeds per 442 oz. Attractive medium small, solid colored flowers wats bright yellow anthers. Good shipper.
Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 oz. $2.00; 145 oz., $3.50.
@Cremer’s Prize Strain. (Our own Feeclectad strain.) 6300 seeds per 145 oz. Extra large heads of medium small flowers in widely varied color assortment; about half light eyed. An excellent commercial strain.
Tr. pkt., $1.50; 4% 0z., $2.25; 145 oz., $4.00; 146 0z., $7.50.
Ball Copper-Scarlet. Compact small-leaved plants with medium sized, bright popes tinged, scarlet flowers. Uniform and attractive. Tr. pkt., $1.50;
Ys4 oz., $2. oy
@ Berlin Market Mixed. (White-Eyed or Weissensee Strain.) 3500 seeds per Yo oz. Large rounded heads of medium large flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.00;
V4 0z., $1.75; Vo oz., $3.25.
Berlin Market, Dark Crimson. A deep crimson selection without any eye.
Tr. pkt.; $1.00; 4¢4 0z., $1.75.
@Grandiflora Dwarf Mixed. 3500 seeds per 142 oz. Large flowers in a wide assortment of rich colors with contrasting large white eyes. Extra dwarf and
compact growth. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 44 0z., $1.75; 149 0z., $3.25.
Stellata Mixture. (Star type.) Small, free flowering strain. 24 to 30 in. tall. Tr. pkt., 75¢; 44 0z., $1.25; 140 oz., $2.25.
@No. 1 Mixture. Consists of Cremer’s Prize Strain and Siter’s Rainbow Strain in equal proportions. Tr. oy $1.00; 144 0z., $2.00; 149 0z., $3.75.
@No. 2 Mixture. Contains 4% Cremer’s Prize Strain and % each Siter’s Rain- bow Strain and Mattos Nana, Gold Center Strain. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 14 0z., $2.00; 140 oz., $3.75.
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The outstanding value of Cinerarias lies in their appealing colors, ease of growth and their lasting ability—and they can be had from January to Moth- ers Day. There isn’t much demand though, for the big show specimens. The business and profit is in the 5 and 6 in. pot sizes. 4 in. plants for those popular spring combinations are valu- able, too, and easily produced from an early October sowing. For mid-winter and Easter plants, most seed is sown during July and August.
To avoid damping off, transplant the seedlings to 2% inch plant bands as soon as they can be handled. Before they become root-bound, shift into their final size pot. While this method calls for a little care in preventing over- watering until they make new roots, we find it produces better results, with less labor, than handling them in small pots which dry out rapidly during warm sunny weather.
When they become pot-bound at flow- ering time, the main point to watch is the watering. They dry out fast—espe- cially on bright days. Another impor- tant point is to avoid overcrowding. And keep them fumigated regularly for aphids.
“VIVID” FORMULA MIXTURE
Because of increasing demand, we are offering this new mixture of solid colors, which we blend ourselves; ranging from salmon and azure-blue to blood-red and dark blue. Habit is dwarf with well rounded heads. Tr. pkt. (1000 seeds), $1.50. Separate colors available on request.
Small leaves and brilliant, solid colors are outstanding Points in our new “’Vivid’’ Cineraria Mixture.
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A WORD ABOUT OUR CYCLAMEN
Repeated observations of Cyc- lamen flowering trials in our own greenhouses, as well as careful examination of the lead- ing strains grown elsewhere, have led us to believe that no one Cyclamen seed specialist excels in all varieties. As a re- sult, the Cyclamen seed we offer on this page as Ball’s strain has been obtained from several of the world’s most qualified Cyc- lamen specialists. We believe our customers are entitled to this service.
Pure white Cyclamen are becoming increasingly popular; and our strain is noted for its fine, large flowers.
To see why Cyc’s remain so much-grown, take one home—watch it continue to throw still more bright, new florets after 3, even 4 weeks. That’s double the life of most plants—in our home at least!
Culture—not difficult. Sow July to finish 6’s for Christmas °51. Sown early November, you'll get nice 4’s—lower cost, lower priced, maybe better sellers for your trade. Night temperature, 55°. Remember the old words: “It’s the space between the plants that
makes quality pot plants.” Give ’em plenty of room!
Mite—that No. 1 problem. A weekly spray program alternating with Vapotone, NNOR—followed religiously from the 2%4 stage on will usually result in clean plants. Big trick is to keep them clean from the start. Once mite get inside the buds, there’s no cure. Methyl bromide fumigation is sure-fire but hardly worth the trouble except for specialists.
DISCOUNTS—AIl Cyclamen prices are net, no cash discount. 250 of a variety at 1000 rate (except Vogt’s). 10,000 to 25,000 seeds, any assortment of varieties, less 5%; over 25,000 seeds, less 10%.
100 1000 Seeds Seeds No. 1 Dark Blood-Red ................. $1.75 $16.00 NowmezsprighteRed 2st eee a hos 1375 16.00 No. 3 Pure Rose (Rose of Aalsmeer)...... thes) 16.00 No. 4 Soft Rose with carmine eye. (Improved Nosesor alViarienthal) sa) scsisenna oes WS) 16.00 No. 5 White with carmine eye........... 1.75 16.00 Nomaouw Pures White af. ste fee o.iosics coe a oe as hen) 16.00 No. 7 Bonfire. Brilliant salmon........... 7 de? Ae) 20.00 No. 8 Salmon-Scarlet (America Imp.) ..... 2.30 21.00 No. 9 New Salmon-Rose Imp. ........... 225 20.00 No. 10 Glory of Wandsbek (Perle of Zehlen- Coch) eer DarkesalmOn sey steelers a ie 2.20 18.00 No. 11 Rose of Zehlendorf. Light salmon... 2.20 18.00 No. 12 Orange Beauty. Orange-vermilion.... 2.30 21.00: No. 13 Rococo Mixed. Fringed flowers; unusual shapessandamarkines wey.sbs ei eines Zee 20.00 Nom) 4 Morning Rediccas. oi sis 25 exoisietcne eo 2.20 18.00 No. 15 Dirk Baardse. Soft wine-red........ 4.00 36.00 No. 16 Saffron Red-Silver Edged .......... 225 20.00 No. 17 Striped Varieties Mixed ........... 2.20 18.00 No. 18 Mozart. Deep pink............... 2.30 21.00
100 1000 Seeds Seeds No.1 92 Lavender ait aye ats. er $1.75 $16.00 No. 21 Pink Pearl. Salmon-pink........... 2.30 21.00 No. 22 Baardse Wonder. Salmon with white DOT CET Se es ee ees ee hema a rae 2.25 20.00 No. 24 Roseum Oculatum. Light pink, salmon CVO ta leat ea, a tice el Ces 2.20 18.00 No. 25 Sylphide. (New.) Light mauve...... 2.20 18.00 No. 26 Victoria. Fringed white, tipped red... 2.25 20.00 No. 30 Mixture of above colors............ 1.65 15.00 No. 50 Ruffled Lavender................ 2.30 21.00 No. 51 Ruffled Salmon.................. 2.30 21.00 No..52, Ruffled Whitesacs oe ae 2.30 21.00 No.5 3.) Ruffled: Darki Redisces.5.. seinen ae 2.30 21.00 No. 60 Ruffled Mixture ................. 2.30 21.00
VOGT’S DOUBLE-FLOWERED STRAIN
Admiration. Salmon-rose with shaded eye. Mixture.
Prices above 2, each: 100 seeds, $3.50; 250 seeds, $7.00; 500 seeds, $13.00; 1000 seeds, $25.00.
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PRIMULA MALACOIDES
(12,000 seeds per 142 oz.)
Sowings of this popular pot plant Primula may be made from May through September for blooming plants from January until April. Malacoides Primulas are of easy culture if they are grown in an airy, cool house (45° night temperature) and not allowed to get dry between waterings. Equally important is the avoidance of fertilized soil in the seed flat or early stages of growth.
Because of past germination difficulties with seed from other sources, we supply hand pollinated seed of our own growing only, except for the Double Mixture.
@No. 32 Glory of Riverside Imp. One of the finest and most popular varieties with freely produced, beautiful salmon-rose flowers.
@No. 41 White Giant. This is by far the finest pure white va- riety available. Large flowers and heavy stems.
@No. 43 Brilliancy Improved. Large, beautifully fringed flowers of rich wine-red. This is our own origination and should not be confused with the old, small flowered Brilliancy.
@No. 51 Mrs. Eriksson of Riverside. Large flowers of deep rose- red on compact plants of medium height. The brightest color in Baby Primroses.
@No. 62 Ball Lavender. Flowers are large and of a beautiful orchid-lavender shade. Many are attractively fringed, adding much to their appearance.
No. 50 Mixture. Carefully blended by formula from named sep- arate color varieties.
Prices above 6, each: tr. pkt., $1.00; 144 oz, $2.75; 149 0z., $5.00.
DOUBLE MALACOIDES
Fairy Jewels. Pink. First Lady. White. Mixture. Prices above 3, each: Originator’s tr. pkt. (1000 seeds), $1.50.
Mueller’s Berlin Rose—popular rose-pink Obconica
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White Giant—finest of all white Primula Malacoides
PRIMULA OBCONICA (4,000 seeds per 142 02.)
This brightly colored class excels all other Primulas in large flower size. Sow during June and July for late winter and early spring pot plants.
@Fasbender’s Red. An outstanding fine, extra large flowered deep crimson-red.
@ Better Days. Bright carmine-red.
Mohnstein’s Atrosanguinea. Popular deep red.
®Mueller’s Berlin Rose (Mueller’s Rosea). Soft medium rose. Heavy compact plants and large flowers.
Lachsrosa. Salmon-rose shades.
@Coerulea. Clear mid-blue. A choice strain.
White. Rather tall growth.
@ Formula Mixture. Carefully blended from above colors.
Prices above 8, each: tr. pkt., $1.25; M4 0z., $2.25; 142 oz, $4.25.
Wyaston Wonder. A special selection of this famous English variety. Vigorous growing, large flowered bright crimson.
Tr. pkt., $1.25; 14 0z., $3.00; 140 oz., $5.50.
PRIMULA CHINENSIS
(Chinese Primula) A popular class with many retail growers. Very colorful and showy. Sow early June for 4’s for Valentine’s Day.
@Kardinal. Vivid, intense orange. Improves Dazzler in depth and brilliance. Tr. pkts. only, $1.50.
Dazzler. Standard orange. Tr. pkt., $1.50; 149 oz., $5.60. Ss,
Special Mixture. A choice assortment of colors. Tr. pkt., $1.00; Vy 0Z., $3.60.
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ptU-Double Petuucas
More growers than ever have written in to tell us of the wonderful results they had last spring with All-Doulbe Petunias as pot plants. And remember—those nicely flowered, bushy 4 and 5 in. plants for Easter are produced from a late October sowing, grown cool. Better order your seed in plenty of time.
CANADIAN ALL-DOUBLES
@ Canadian Mixture. The excellent germination, rich coloring and uniformly dwarf but vigorous and free branching habit of this fine Petunia have been favorably commented on by growers everywhere. Though not heavily fringed, the large flowers are nicely ruffled and 100% double. Rose, pink and mauve are rep- resented in this fine mixture. 1% tr. pkt., $1.80; tr. pkt., $3.00; Vos oz., $6.50; 164 0z., $11.70
_ Colossal Shades of Rose. The largest flowered All-Double Pe- tunia, shades of pink and rosy mauve. 1% tr. pkt., $1.50; tr. pkt., $2. 50; V4og oz., $5.00; 144 0z., $9.00.
@Rose of Canada. Fully double, bright medium rose flowers about 3 inches across are freely produced on compact, bushy plants. Here’s your chance to grow all the spring pot plants you need of the most popular color in Double Petunias.
@Northern Lights. A fairly light rose-pink—a few plants are a pleasing shade of light shrimp. Ideal bushy pot Ban habit with 3 inch, fully double flowers.
Prices above 2, each: % tr. pkt., $6.50; %4 oz., $11.70.
America. This Carnation-Flowered All-Double Petunia is of medium size, and freely produced. Its deep rose color gives it distinct value in combinations, pot plants or bedding. % tr. pkt., she o2 52 iG pe $2.00; tae oz., $3.50; Ya oz. $6. 50;
89 oz., $11.7
$1.80; tr. pkt., $3.00; 1428 02z.,
PAN-AMERICAN ALL-DOUBLES
Caprice. Medium sized rose-pink flowers are carried on fairly dwarf plants.
@Sonata. Large, fully double, pure white flowers. Not as com- pact in growth as some varieties; should be pinched to induce branching.
@ Minuet. Medium sized lavender. Tall; should be pinched.
@ Nocturne. Semi-double deep Elk’s Pride purple. The medium large flowers are borne on vigorous, but compact ass
V% tr. pkt., $2.50; tr. pkt., $4.00; $14.45.
Prices above 4, each: 28 OZ.,
$7.60; %4 0z.,
@ ALLEGRO
Medium to large, fully double flowers of clear, bright palinon
are carried on fairly dwarf plants. A new and attractive color in the All-Doubles and the finest in its ee class. 1% tr. pkt., ‘$2.50; tr. pkt., $4.00; 1428 02., $7.60; M44 0z., $14.45.
Glorious Mixture. Contains both tall and dwarf types in all the Pan-American colors. Jn transplanting, be sure to use both large and small seedlings, thus insuring a complete range of colors. W% tr. pkt., $2.00; tr. pkt., $3.50; 1428 oz, $6.65; %4 oz, $12.60; 14 0z., $24.00.
>> We find it hard to imagine a nicer pot plant than a well grown All-Double Petunia. Don’t you agree?
Germination is the one point in their culture that must be watched closely. Sow in finely sifted light material without soil covering. Constant attention to moisture and shading should bring them through in a week or 10 days. Further suggestions are on every packet of All-Double Petunia seed we sell.
NEW! BALL ALL-DOUBLE MIXTURE
(Formula Mixture)
We’ve added sufficient quantities of separate color white, sal- mon and purple All-Double varieties to our already well known
Canadian Mixture to insure a complete and well balanced formula mixture of all colors. Growers who liked the Canadian Mixture (still offered at left) will be even more pleased with this Dewy and improved blend. WY tr. Pt., $2.00; tr. pkt., $3.50; 1408 02z., $6.65; 144 0z., $12.60; 142 0z., $24.00.
VICTORIOUS ALL-DOUBLES
Orange. Bright orange with some lighter colored. % tr. pkt.,
$2.25; tr. pkt., $4.00; 1428 0z., $8.50.
@ Pink Perfection (World Beauty). Deep rose color and uniformly dwarf growth.
@ Gaiety. Dwarf and compact with flowers blotched rose and white. Well fringed clear white flowers. Elk’s Pride purple.
Victorious Mixture. We blend this mixture ourselves from the above varieties. We do not handle the regular mixture.
VY tr. pit, $2.00; tr. pkt., $3.50; 1428 02z., 44 0z., $11.00; 145 oz., $21.00.
Snowball.
Blue Brocade.
Prices Bheve 5, each:
$6.00;
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IMPORTANT!
This catalog does not contain a complete list of annuals. Specialty items for summer and fall sowing are featured on these pages. For full list of annuals see our January catalog. Complete perennial list starts on page 28 of this catalog.
ASTERS—SPRING FLOWERING
Sept. and later sowings of early Asters will flower from Easter on, if 50 watt bulbs are spaced about 18 in. above the plants at 4 ft. intervals, and lighted to provide 5 hours additional day length. Lights must be used from the small seedling stage until flowering, spacing the plants about 10 x 10 in.
Growers are finding this crop an excellent one to follow Mums, especially where lights are already in place for late Mums. Many have reported very satisfactory returns on their early Aster crop handled this way.
We like the Royals best for this purpose although the slightly earlier Queens may be desirable in other localities.
ROYALS QUEENS Azure-Blue Azure-Blue Shell-Pink White White Ballet Queen Ball Deep Rose Deep Rose
Flesh-Pink
Pricse above 10, each: tr. pkt., 30c; 14 oz., 60c; 1 oz., $1.85; 4 ozs., $6.50.
Ball Deep Purple
CANDYTUFT
Hyacinth Flowered, Giant White (Ball Strain). This is our own unsurpassed strain reselected for fewer, but larger, flower spikes.
Sow from September on for January and later cutting. Tr. pkt., 20c; % oz., 45; 1 0z., 80c; 4 ozs., $2.65; 1 lb., $8.50.
EXACUM
Affine. An easily grown, neat and attractive pot plant with richly fragrant violet-blue flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1428 0z., $3.00; 11 oz., $5.50.
FUCHSIA
HYBRIDA. Special Mixture. A very desirable mixture of single and double types saved from one of the finest collections in the country. Seed sown in late summer should produce nice flower- ing pot plants the following spring and early summer. Choice specimens may be cutting propagated. 250 seeds, $3.00; 500 seeds, $5.00; 1000 seeds, $9.00.
STREPTOCARPUS
Giant Flowered Mixture (Cape Primrose). Makes an exotic pot plant as well as a fine long stemmed cut flower, lasting 8 to 10 days in water. Our strain is produced by an outstanding European specialist and contains an abundance of rich colors. Sow in early fall for spring blooming. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 144 oz.,
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Greenhouse-grown Asters can be had in flower from Easter on with the aid of additional lighting. The beauties pictured above were photo- graphed in cur greenhouses early last July.
BEDDING PETUNIAS
BALL TEN BEST
Growers in Florida and Gulf areas will find these varieties well suited for winter bedding use.
Admiral. Bright blue—almost no violet shading. Tr. pkt., 75¢; 14 oz., $1.50; 140 0z., $2.75; Ye oz., $5.00; 14 0z., $9.00.
Bright Eyes. Rose-pink with white throat. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.10; 14 oz., $2.00; 1 oz., $6.00.
Celestial Rose Improved. Free flowering bright rose. Tr. pkt., 50c; 14 0z., $1.00; %4 oz., $1.75; 1 oz., $6.00.
Cheerful. Star shaped, clear salmon. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 46 0z., 90c; 1% oz., $1.65; %4 oz., $3.00.
Fair Lady. Light, soft silvery pink. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 6 oz., $1.25; 1% oz., $2.00; %4 oz., $3.75; 1 oz., $13.50.
Fire Chief. All-America Gold Medal winner for 1950. True scar- Jet-red, shading to deep salmon-rose with age. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 15 oz., $1.25; 146 0z., $2.25; % oz., $3.50.
Heavenly Blue. The best silvery blue. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 4% 0z., 90¢; 1, oz., $1.50; 1 0z., $5.00.
Snow Queen. Finest pure white for bedding. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 1 0Z., $1253 107, $3.1 5¢
Topaz Queen. Glowing carmine-rose.
$1.00; 14 oz., $1.75; 1 oz., $6.00.
Velvet Ball. Deep, velvety mahogany-red. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 42 oz., $1.35; 146 0z., $2.50; 1% oz., $4.50; %4 oz., $8.25.
Ten Best Formula Mixture of above varieties. Tr. pkt., 356; 146 0z., 90e; 1% oz., $1.65; %4 oz., $3.00; 1 oz., $10.00.
Tes pki 3 2¢¢ a8. O25
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MARIGOLDS FOR WINTER
Marigolds are easily flowered from January on if sowing is done around mid-August and later. Important points for the early crop are: shallow soil, not too much water, and night temperatures of not over 50° to 55°,
FIVE BEST FOR CUTTING
We find this class gives best results if grown single stem and spaced about 4x5 inches.
Ball Giant Orange. Similar to All-Double Orange, but somewhat larger flower and deeper color. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., 65¢; 1 0z.,
$2.00.
Ali-Double Orange. Fistulosa or African type. Produces nearly 100% double flowers.
All-Double Lemon. Same as above except for color.
Gold Improved. Carnation flowered orange; odorless foliage. Yellow Supreme. Similar to above but yellow; odorless. Five Best Cutting Mixture. Formula mixture of above.
Prices all above eos except Ball Giant Orange, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 50c; 1 oz. $1.60; 4 ozs., $5.50.
SIX BEST DWARF TYPES
Handled in small bands or pots, this group makes very effective material for winter combination boxes.
Spry. Gold crest; dark red guard petals. Ball Dwarf Harmony. Bright orange and’ maroon. Butterball. Butter-yellow, tipped maroon. Sunkist. Solid, deep golden orange.
Yellow Pygmy. Rich, bright lemon-yellow. Scarlet Glow. Bright, bronzy red.
6 Best Dwarf Mixture of above varieties. Prices above 7, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; 4 oz.,
4 ozs., $5.50.
50c; 1 oz., $1.75;
WINTER FLOWERING CLASS
This group includes short-day varieties, and, unlike the previous varieties, will not flower satisfactorily during late spring and summer. y Australian Tree. Golden yellow crest with mahogany guard petals.
Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 40c; 1 oz., $1.20.
Lieb’s Brown and Gold. Similar to above. Lieb’s Winter Sunshine. Solid golden yellow. Prices above 2, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 0z., 60c; 1 0z., $2.00.
Winter Harmony. Bright orange crest with reddish guard petals. Tr. pkt., 25¢c; %4 oz., 40c; 1 oz., $1.20.
MYOSOTIS
Ball Early. Nothing easier to grow than this always popular blue flower, for which you'll find plenty of uses during the winter and spring months. Sow from June to August and grow in a 50° house, spacing about 10x10 inches. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 0z., 85c; 1 oz., $3.00.
SAINTPAULIA
lonantha (African Violet). Deep blue. Extra fine*seed that re- quires care in germinating. Uniform moisture, a 60° tempera-
Browatlia, Speciosa Major makes an unusually attractive winter and early spring pot plant. Sow seed this summer.
BROWALLIA
Speciosa Major. Nice winter pot plants of this popular subject can be had easily from a sowing this summer. Produces attrac- tive 11% in. violet-blue flowers. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1/16 oz., $2.00; Wy oz., $3.75; % oz., $8.50.
SCHIZANTHUS
Sow from September to November for attractive spring pot plants or cut flowers. Easily grown in a 50° house.
Ball Giant Flowered. Extra large flowers (often 2 inches in diameter) and unusually brilliant colors are the outstanding points about this strain. Nice for cutting or makes a choice pot plant if pinched. Tr. pkt., 75¢; % oz., $2.00; 14 oz., $3.60.
Ball Dwarf Mixture. A distinctly dwarf growing strain with large compact heads of medium sized flowers. Makes an excellent pot plant. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4% oz., $1.50; %4 oz., $2.50.
Ball Brilliant Blend. A carefully blended mixture of fairly tall growing varieties recommended for the grower who grows a limited number of plants and wants a complete mixture. Tr. pkt.,
35c; % oz., 75¢; 1% oz., $1.25.
Dr. Badger’s Improved Hybrids. A brightly colored large-flowered strain of medium height. Suitable either for pots or cutting. dr, pkt.. 35¢; % oz., $1-15.
Giant Blotched. Bright colored rose and pink shades, with con- trasting dark centers. Somewhat earlier than most strains and a good pot plant if well pinched. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4% oz., $1.25; ay AB Y ay A ie
Monarch Strain. colors. Tr. pkt.,
An attractive mixture of bright golden rose 50c; 1% 0z., $1.25; %4 oz., $2. 25.
Pansy-Flowered Mixture. Flowers, flat and full petaled, resem-
ture and protection from bright sun are necessary in growing bling small Pansy flowers. Tr. pkt., 35; 1% 0z., $1.00; 4 oz., good Saintpaulias. Tr. pkt., $1.50. $1.80. The dot (@) indicates varieties most dependably satisfactory in our experience and observation. 19
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BALL CROFTS PACIFIC NORTHWEST GROWN BULBS Easter is Early Next Year—March 25th
The experience of growers everywhere has proved the Croft to be without equal as the pot Lily for Easter—but clean, disease-free bulbs are an absolute necessity. To insure your getting the kind of bulbs you really want, our plantings have been thoroughly in- spected by our own skilled bulb men, as well as state supervised throughout the growing season. Orders placed now will be deliv- ered at the proper time to plant for Easter forcing.
Available in the following sizes:
Size.:/=8 Sindee eee Lae 250 Bulbs per case Size::8=9: “inser ee sho ete aes. 200 Bulbs per case Size:(:9=LO“inikes oe eee eee 150 Bulbs per case
Sizes] Ov inc Up sta eer eee date 100 Bulbs per case F.O.B. West Coast, Chicago and New York
JAPANESE GROWN LILIES RUBRUMS Popular Pink Lily for summer cutting. F.O.B. Chicago Size 7-9 in. 250 Bulbs Size 8-9 in. 200 Bulbs Size 9-10 in. 150 Bulbs Size 10-11 in. eee OUmbulhs
AU RATUM (Gold Band) Ball Crofts are noted for their uniform, disease-free growth.
White, spotted crimson; yellow stripes.
F.0.B. Chicago All Lilies listed at left are
Size 7-9 in. 250 Bulbs
Size 8.9 in, 200 Bulbs available in case lots only
Size 9-10 in. 150 Bulbs
Size 10-11 in. 100 Bulbs at regular market prices.
West Coast Grown Gulls CALLA AETHIOPICA (Large White) WEST COAST DAFFODILS
TAltorin, bel Ree $ 9.50 per 100 $ 85.00 per 1000 DN No. 1 DN No. 2 tee ity Soe MC eos 17.50 per 100 165.00 per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 134-210 ae ele eee ee 225 0 perme OO 225.00 per 1000 King Alfred 2 0p Ie ee en eee 27 2 On pete OO 265.00 per 1000 Large golden yellow. .$10.00 $ 90.00 $ 7.50 $65.00 21% in thee ge eds 32.00 per 100 300.00 per 1000 Golden Harvest
CALLA ELLIOTTIANA (Yellow) Golden yellow ....... 12.00 110.00 10.00 90.00 <o November Delivery Rembrandt Lia-2 LO Rvs car eater. puree per 100 $ Sh per 1000 Best yellow for pots .. 11.00 100.00 8.50 75.00 VT be oN EL aap: 28 yi oe ER : per 100 165.00 per 1000 ° eat tee ae ge 32.00 per 100 300.00 per 1000 F.0.B. Seattle, Chicago and New York SNAP Lenco ere .. 45.00 per 100 415.00 per 1000
CALLA REHMANII SUPERBA (Pink)
November Delivery WEST COAST IRIS
BI se $11.00 per 100 $100.00 per 1000
1144-1% in. ...
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1362 aniaisiige ie rad 16.00 per 100 150.00 per 1000 Tee Than? Th TRE TOK Toe Pn
2-27 VELL Nes Fo Ra 24.00 per 100 225.00 per 1000 Wed TORI ee $3.50 27.50
214 inva lees). 62.32.00 pert 100 300.00 per 1000 edgewood. Blue ..... $27.5 $6.00 $50.00 All Callas F.O.B. Chicago F.O.B. Seattle or Chicago
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FREESIAS
GIANT HYBRIDS
Mammoth White. Large pure white; very early. Mammoth Golden Yellow. Improved Golden Daffodil; very early.
Elder's Golden Giant. Bright golden yellow; large wide open flowers. Tall. Oriole. Fine deep orange. Earliest of all.
TECOLOTE HYBRIDS Talisman (Pat. No. 555) Yellow Rose Lavender Blue Pure White Pink Purple Red Mixture (well blended)
ELDER’S VARIETIES Blanche Blue Judy (double yellow)
Elder's Giant White Elder’s Double White
Price per thousand—all above Freesias %-5” $17.00 5-4" $24.00 34-748" $37.50 For less than 1000, add 10% to above prices.
Rosy Morn Flo Blondies Mixture
STANDARD COMMERCIAL FREESIAS Rainbow Mixture of all colors.
Price per thousand W%-5” $12.00 5-34” $20.00 For less than 1000, add 10% to above prices.
%4-%” $30.00
ANEMONES
Monarch De Caen. Single Poppy type.
Price per thousand 54-34" $3000 34-7" $37.50 78” up $48.00 Blue Poppy. Bright blue, single. His Excellency. Bright scarlet, single. St. Brigid. “Creagh Castle,” double. The Bride. Pure white, single. Roseus. Fuchsia rose, single. Price per thousand %-%4"” $35.00 34-78” $45.00 For less than 1000, add 10% to above prices.
%”-up $52.50
RANUNCULUS
Yellow Shades Red Shades Orange Shades White
Golden Yellow Pink Shades
Price per thousand 3%4-7%” $40.00 %-1” $52.50 Mixture of all colors Price per thousand 5-4" $21.00 %4-7%” $35.00 %-1” $45.00
For less than 1000, add 10% to above prices.
%-%4.”" $27.00 1”-up $65.00
1”-up $60.00
CALADIUMS
(Delivery Dec. to Mar. F.O.B. Florida)
Our Special Mixture of Fancy Leaved Caladiums is unexcelled. You'll find they make ideal pot plants in addition to their usefulness for cutting, and outdoor bedding in partial shade. Price per 100 Named Varieties Special Mixture
1 -1% in. diameter. No. 2 ....$12.00 $10.00 142-2% in. diameter. No. 1 .... 18.00 16.00 2%-3% in. diameter. Jumbo - 25.00 22.00 3% in. up diameter. Mammoth . 40.00 35.00
Minimum order 50 bulbs.
TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS
DOUBLE CAMELLIA-FLOWERED
Scarlet Copper White Crimson Rose Mixed Yellow Salmon
American Grown (F.O.B. Calif. and Chicago)
Belgian Grown (F.O.B. Chicago)
Dec=Janiee seer eae Deliveryane nee Jan.-Feb. 100 1000 Size 100 1000 2.950 soe > O00 meee, 186.270, apa oe $17.00 $150.00 12.00 LIC.007 2. Deis Up ee 21.00 195.00
Minimum order 50 bulbs.
GLOXINIAS
Emperor Frederic. Scarlet, bordered white. Emperor William. Violet, bordered white. King of the Reds. Bright red.
Mont Blanc.
Blanche de Merou. Rose, white throat.
Pure white.
Princess Elizabeth. Blue, white throat. Violacea. Violet. Queen Wilhelmina. Pink.
Mixture of all above colors.
American Grown (F.0.B. Calif. and Chicago)
Belgian Grown (F.0.B. Chicago)
Dec Jang ao ane Delivervir, nts cueneree a: Jan.-Feb. 100 1000 Size 100 1000 $13.00 $120.00...... LG22 sink? Nowe « $25.00 $225.00 20.00 UG AU 6 dain Zine paar: 32.00 300.00
Minimum order 50 bulbs.
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PRICES PREPARED HYACINTHS
Size Unit Per 100 NOvacn HO) qe (int, UT) Sy poe ee Peo ae $16.50 VAIO Se Gyr ihe CEPA 64 ong Gees GAS 15.00 OA AG Gorere Tab OER 5 oh od Oe woe 13.00 TAAL S200 8 per aii ber (lsd co; ae te weerioe wet canes 9.00
Regular Hyacinths
RED AND PINK
ertrude. Rosy pink, medium forcer. Jan Bos. Scarlet, very early forcer. Lady Derby. Light pink, medium forcer. La Victoire. Rosy red, medium forcer. Marconi. Bright pink, rather late forcer. Pink Pearl. Rosy pink, very early forcer.
To assure delivery di- rect from Holland, send your order to reach us before July 15.
All prices are F.O.B. Chicago or New York subject to change without notice.
HYACINTHS Prepared Hyacinths
L’Innocence. Pure white. Bismarck. Light porcelain blue. Pink Pearl. Bright rosy pink.
Per 1000 $155.00 140.00 120.00 80.00
Queen of the Pinks. Bright, beautiful pink, for late forcing.
WHITE
L’Inncecence. Pure white, very early forcer. BLUE
Bismarck. Light blue, very early forcer.
Dr. Lieber. Medium blue, early forcer.
Grand Maitre. Deep blue, medium forcer. King of the Blues. Perle Brilliante.
YELLOW
City of Haarlem. Golden yellow, medium forcer.
PRICES REGULAR HYACINTHS
Dark blue, late forcer. Clear blue, medium forcer.
Size Unit Per 100 LO apt eb 0 Speraunita (bas) Mend asameee ences $14.00 184192450 per unit. (bae)habweet aa icesrcr ce 12.50 L7eLBeLOOspersunite bac) Ma oweeieein. Kiltre cn a2 11.00 OVA TeLOO oper sunt. (bagi'\ vrais ti etons: oe 9.50 1D /1GsU (5 permit’ (bag) eae. apeiess et eae ak 8.50 14/2008 per unite (bag) snc renter aces 7.50
Per 1000 $130.00
115.00 100.00 85.00 75.00 65.00
TULIPS
All Tulips packed as follows:
1/1 2rand: 12/Up scene ie ee 250 per unit (bag) Early Single Tulips Per 1000 12/up 11/12 Brilliant Star. 10”. Scarlet .........:...... $55.00 $45.00 Couleur de Cardinal. 13”. Deep scarlet...... 55.00 45.00 Fred Moore. 11”. Apricot orange.......... 47.00 37.00 General de Wet. 13”. Yellow, flushed orange. . 47.00 37.00 Ibisze¢l 2 Deep -rosesre. ir ce ie ee ee 47.00 37.00 Keizerskroon. 14”. Yellow flower, edged red.. 55.00 45.00 Pink Beauty. 12”. Deep pink and white..... 62.00 52.00 Prince of Austria. 13”. Orange-scarlet ...... 47,00 37.00 Vander Neerel 0) 8 Violeta cyte eee 62.00 52.00 Vermilion Brilliant. 10”. Vermilion-red ...... 62.00 52.00 White Hawk. 12”. Pure white............ 50.00 40.00 Yellow Prince. 10”. Yellow, sweet scented.... 50.00 40.00 Choice: Mixturesd.420o-sel cit Cea ota eee 47.00 37.00 Early Double Tulips Per 1000 12/up — 11/12 Electra. 10”. Deep cherry-red ............. $55.00 $45.00 Marechal Niel. 10”. Golden yellow........ 55.00 45.00 Mr. Van der Hoeff. 10”. Pure yellow....... 55.00 45.00 Murillo. 10”. White, flushed pink.......... 55.00 45.00 Orange Nassau. 10”. Orange-red ......... 55.00 45.00 Peach Blossom. 10”. Deep pink........... 55.00 45.00 Schoonoord. 10”. Pure white............. 57.00 47.00 Triumphator. 10”. Deep pink............. 55.00 45.00 Vuurbaak. 11072 Scarlet... sae ee eee 57.00 47.00 Choice* Mixtures:: ssc: ee en oe 55.00 45.00 Cottage Tulips Per 1000 12/up _—«i1i/12 Advance.« 30.) Scatl epee aes eee ele $55.00 $45.00 YN ST AUG TEATRO SMS s Be GG aloo a < 60.00 50.00
Belle Jaune (Imp. Inglescombe). 24”. Yellow. 42.00 35.00 * Carrara: 20 caWihite %, (hacer ey eta ee 42.00 35.00 *Golden Harvest. 26”. Lemon-yellow ....... 42.00 35.00 G. W. Leak. 26”. Scarlet, yellow base....... 57.00 47.00 Henry Correvon. 26”. Geranium-red, white DaSewey tie Slee. its, kan yicane le cremate et en eer aS 47.00 37.00 Marjorie Bowen. 28”. Buff and salmon...... 42.00 35.00 *Mother’s Day. 24”. Lemon-yellow ........ 42.00 35.00 Mount Erebus. 28”. White............... 57.00 47.00 Mrs. John T. Scheepers. 26”. Light yellow... 55.00 45.00 Ossi Oswalda. 24”. Cream, flushed rose..... 42.00 35.00 Rosabella. 24”. Pale rose with lighter edge... 55.00 45.00 Yellow Emperor. 24”. Golden yellow....... 42.00 35.00 Parrot Tulips Per 1000 12/up ‘11/112 Blue Parrot. 24”. Dark lavender........... $45.00 $37.00 Fantasy. 22”. Deep salmon, blotched green... 45.00 37.00 Orange Favorite. 22”. Orange, green, yellow. . 60.00 50.00 Red Champion. 24”. flushed scarlet....... 60.00 50.00 Sunshine. 18”. Golden yellow............. 60.00 50.00 Therese. 24”. Very large, cochineal-red ..... 60.00 50.00
*Best forcing varieties.
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TULIPS (Continued) Mendel Tulips
Per 1000 12/up 11/12 Fridjof Nansen. 16”. Medium forcing....... $55.00 $45.00 Her Grace. 18”. Pink and white........... 55.00 45.00 Krelage’s Triumph. 14”. Red, forcing ...... 42.00 35.00
Scarlet Admiral, 16”. Crimson, medium early. 42.00 35.00 Van der Erden. 16”. Glowing red. early..... 42.00 35.00 Weber. 18”. White and pink, medium early... 42.00 35.00 White Sail. 14”. White, early............. 42.00 35.00 Triumph Tulips Per 1000:
12/up 11/12 Alberio. 16”. Cherry-red, edged yellow ...... $42.00 $35.00 Aviator. 16”. Carmine-red, edged white ..... 42.00 35.00 Bandoeng. 16”. Mahogany-red, edged yellow.. 42.00 35.00 Crater. 16”. Deep carmine-red ........... 42.00 35.00 Edith Eddy. 18”. Carmine-red, edged white ... 42.00 35.00 Elmus. 18”. Cherry-red, white border ....... 57.00 47.00: Hindenburg. 20”. Garnet-red, edged yellow... 42.00 35.00 Kornerorussc eee icliteeredat. | weiner oi cts 42.00 35.00 RedkGiant OusaSoitered hl iit cerca fm usk 57.00 47.00
Darwin Tulips Per 1000
12/up ‘11/12 Afterglow. 28”. Orange-rose ............. $55.00 $45.00 PAUepright,. 24". Bright. reds) (030528359 2. 2: 42.00 35.00 *Bartigon. 24”. Clear crimson-red ......... 42.00 35.00 BComprire i 24a OOd-Ted eee ene et ge 42.00 35.00 Charles Needham. 24”. Brilliant red....... 47.00 40.00 City of Haarlem. 28”. Scarlet............ 55.00 45.00 Clara Butt. 24”. Salmon, rosy pink........ 42.00 35.00 *Cordell Hull (Rembrandt). 24”. Red on white. 50.00 40.00 Cote D’Azure. 24”. Lilac-blue ........... 45.00 37.00 *Demeter. 28”. Reddish purple; early ...... 60.00 52.00 Eclipse.20 4). Orimson-maroon- .6..). . 01 6 os 55.00 45.00 Farncombe Sanders. 28”. Scarlet.......... 42.00 35.00 insurpassable:226% 4 Lilact sce «28k oat 60.00 52.00 La Tulipe Noire. 26”. Purple-black ........ 42.00 35.00 *Niphetos. 26”. Soft sulphur-yellow ........ 42.00 35.00 *Philip Snowden. 24”. Light carmine-rose ... 42.00 35.00 *Princess Elizabeth. 26”. Rose........... 42.00 35.00 SPFUMGS Meo Com Sal MOn- Pinks secs cists es as oh: 42.00 35.00 Queen of Night. 28”. Deep velvet maroon.... 42.00 35.00 BROCE ECE OS DTI NE Ted... «ccc shales oo 3 42.00 35.00 *Rose Copeland. 24”. Lilac-rose .......... 42.00 35.00 Sunkist. 26”. Deep golden yellow.......... 47.00 40.00 The Bishop. 28”. Violet-purple .......:... 65.00 55.00 RULOpic me 2am Gardinal-rede wee weirs p te ...-) ns 42.00 35.00 *Victoire de Oliviera. 26”. Deep crimson.... 42.00 35.00 “Wm. Copeland. 24”. Lavender........... 42.00 35.00 “Wm. Pitt. 24”. Brilliant carmine......... 42.00 35.00 Zwoanenburg. 26”. Ivory-white............ 55.00 45.00 CHOICE MIKEUPG Taian i een tek Gada +3 6 42.00 35.00
“Best forcing varieties.
Prices subject to change without notice.
NARCISSI
All Narcissi packed as follows: Daffodils DN No. 1 Daffodils DN No. 2 Poetaz DN No. 1 750 per unit (case) PoetazZ DN: Nos 2 tavern earn sau nee nea 1250 per unit (case)
Double Daffodils
500 per unit (case)
750 per unit (case)
Per 1000 DN No.1 DN No. 2 uate elccrgceeacte $100.00 $80.00
Texas. Yellow and fiery orange
Twink. Ceamy white and orange.......... 90.00 70.00 Trumpet Daffodils Per 1000 DN No.1 DN No. 2 Golden Harvest. Golden yellow.......... $105.00 $85.00 King Alfred. Golden yellow............. 85.00 65.00 Mrs. E. H. Krelage. Creamy white........ 100.00 80.00 Queen of Bicolors. White, yellow trumpet... 95.00 75.00 Rembrandt. Dark golden yellow.......... 95.00 75.00 Romaine. Large, pure white............. 145.00 125.00 Leedsii Daffodils Per 1000
DN No.1 DN No. 2 Mrs. R. O. Backhouse. White, shell-pink cup. .$155.00 $135.00
Poetaz Narcissi
Per 1000: DN No.1 DN No. 2 Cheerfulness. White and yellow center..... $ 60.00 $50.00 Geranium. White, deep orange-red cup..... 65.00 55.00 Laurens Koster. White, yellow cup........ 60.00 50.00
HOLLAND GROWN IRIS
October Delivery
8/up 7/8 Per 100 Per 1000 Per100 Per 1000 imperatorc215 4. scree $3.50 $25.00 $2.50 $18.00
Dark blue. Van. Vliet. =: oe
Earlier dark blue.
White Excelsior Best white.
25.00. 2:50 18.00
27.00 3.00 20.00
Golden Harvest 27.00 3.00
Golden yellow.
20.00
7/8 6/7 Per 100 Per1000 Per100 Per 1000 Yellow Queen ......... $3.50 $23.00 $2.50 $18.00
Standard yellow. Minimum order 500 bulbs, 100: of a variety.
All Holland Iris F.O.B. West Chicago, III.
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All the 214-in. stock listed below is grown by us at West Chicago in Ball Better Bands and shipped in our modern “Ball-Pak.”
We've successfully shipped over 2 million plants by this method—and repeat business from satisfied growers is in-
creasing yearly.
If you’re tired of plants arriving in poor condition, here’s your chance to see what real packing is like. And if you’re busy the day they come in, just set flat and all out on a bench until you have time for potting or benching.
BEGONIAS Available Sept. to June. Adeline Ball Red Ball Deep Rose Indian Maid Scandinavia Pink Carmen Scandinavia Red Snowbank Luminosa Compacta Assorted
$9.00 per 100, $80.00 per 1000. 250 @ 1000 rate. Minimum order 100; 25 of a variety.
SNAPS Available Aug. to Mar.
White Wonder Imp. Margaret Ball Pink Hybrid No. 2
Dorcas Jane
Ball Yellow Hybrid No. 1 Ethel
Afterglow
Ball Red Hybrid No. 7 Peggy Schumann Better Times Christmas Cheer Ball Lavender
Cheviot Maid No. 33 Assorted $7.00 per 100, $60.00 per 1000. 250 @ 1000 rate.
Minimum order 100; 25 of a variety.
ORDER EARLY! Get your needs in now!
Koses
FOR POT FORCING
Delivery Dec.-Jan. EARLY FORCING VARIETIES
The wanted varieties always sell out first.
F.O.B. West Chicago Prices All Varieties
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Each “Ball-Pak” contains two of these 25 band PlanTrays. Your Begonias and other small plants from Ball’s will be just like the beauties pictured here.
PRIMULA OBCONICA Available July to Dec.
Fasbender’s Red Mueller’s Berlin Rose Coerulea. Blue. White Assorted
$10.00 per 100, $90.00 per 1000. 250 @ 1000 rate. Minimum order 100; 25 of a variety.
PRIMULA MALACOIDES Available Oct. to Jan.
Glory of Riverside Imp. Mrs. Eriksson of Riverside Ball Lavender White Giant Assorted
$10.00 per 100, $90.00 per 1000. 250 @ 1000 rate. Minimum order 100; 25 of a variety.
For descriptions of above varieties refer to: Snaps, pages 2-5; Begonias, pages 12-13; Primulas, page 16.
XXX ROSE COLLECTION
60 Triomphe d’Orleans
20 Garnette
Triomphe d’Orleans. Red. Grade Per 10 Case of 120 Case of 220 : eee ; XXX $6.50 $68.50 $125.00 jul ae te egos
arnette. Garnet-red. Cabeof 160 20 Magna Charta Margo Koster. Light orange. XX 5.50 $68.50 — Magna Charta. Bright pink. x 3.50 ae 120 Case (collection) $68.50 Gloria Mundi. (Late.) Orange. Less than case lots in multiples of 10 only. 24
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HOLLAND BULBS |[ © for Couuter Sales
SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR EARLY SEPTEMBER DELIVERY
Order now and be sure of getting your bulbs early next
September—when your customers have the planting urge.
Colored posters to help your sales come with each collection.
1,100 BULBS for $50.00
25 Hyacinths, Blue.
25 Hyacinths, Pink.
25 Hyacinths, White.
125 Tulips, Bartigon. Bright red.
125 Tulips, Philip Snowden. Deep rose. 125 Tulips, Ail Bright. Deep red.
125 Tulips, Wm. Copeland. Lavender. 125 Tulips, Carrara. Pure white.
125 Tulips, Golden Harvest. Lemon-
yellow. 125 Tulips, Her Grace. Pink and white.
25 Tulips, Blue Parrot. Dark lavender- blue.
25 Tulips, Fantasy. (Parrot.) Deep sal- mon, blotched green.
100 Daffodils, King Alfred. Golden yellow.
C.0.D. orders must be accompanied by 50% cash in advance. Prices are f.o.b. Chicago or New York.
Prices subject to change without notice.
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Whether you grow for cut flowers indoors or out—or for a plant trade, Delphinium should be a part of your program. And the wonderfully fine Giant Pacific Hybrids should head your list of varieties. Our trials last summer again showed them far ahead of any other strain for huge florets and spikes—and for wonderful colors.
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OUR “6 BEST” GIANT PACIFICS @ Black Knight. Deep midnight violet. The darkest of all. @Blue Bird. The clearest of medium blues; white bees.
@Galahad. The finest clear white Delphinium. Huge, double
: For outdoor cut flowers: Sow Sept. l1—you’re assured of fresh flowers on long, closely set spikes.
seed, and cooler weather then helps sprouting. Sow seed thinly direct to a cold frame. In late fall remove sash and protect with some loose coarse material. You'll have fine plants either for field planting or plant sales the next spring.
@ Guinevere.
Excellent, light pinkish lavender; white bee.
@King Arthur. Royal violet with white bee. Exceptional size.
@Summer Skies. Light blue with an attractively contrasting white bee.
Prices above 6 each: Regular seed. Tr. pkt., $1.25; % 02z., $2.50; 1% oz., $4.00; 1 oz., $14.00.
Originator’s seed. % tr. pkt., $1.00; tr. pkt., $1.75; % oz., $3.00; %4 oz., $5.00; 1 oz., $18.00.
For greenhouse forcing: We experienced best results when an Aug. 1 sowing, rather than year old clumps, was used. Transplant seedlings to cold frame when ready. About Dec. 1 move them to a cold house, spacing 6x8 in. for hybrids; 6x6 in. for Belladonna types. Feb. 1 run them up to 40° nights, gradually increasing to 50°. You'll cut excellent spikes from Mother’s Day well into July. Belladonnas are heaviest producers; Pacific Hybrids top quality. Take your choice.
GIANT PACIFIC HYBRIDS Court Series
@ Black Knight. @Biue Bird. See 6 Best above.
Blue Jay. A brilliant true medium blue with dark bee.
See 6 Best above.
Cameliard. A pure lavender with white bee. Very attractive.
@ Guinevere. See 6 Best above. @Galchad. See 6 Best above. @King Arthur. See 6 Best above.
@ Percival. Large, glistening white flowers
with strongly contrasting black bees. @Summer Skies. See 6 Best above.
Round Table. Contains all above plus many new colors.
Prices above 10, each:
Regular Seed. Tr. pkt., $1.25; % oz., $2.50; 14 oz., $4.00; 1 0z., $14.00.
Originator’s Seed. 1% tr. pkt., $1.00; tr. pkt., $1.75; % oz. $3.00; % oz., $5.00; 1 oz., $18.00.
GIANT PACIFIC HYBRIDS Regular Strain
Clear White. A fine clear white, large flowered hybrid Delphinium.
Blue Shades. Popular mixture of light, medium and dark blue shades.
Lavender Pastel Shades. binations with dark bees.
Lavender com-
Mixture. A complete mixture of all colors in this fine hybrid type.
Prices above 4, each: tr. pkt., $1.00; % oz., $2.00; 44 0z., $3.50; 1 oz., $12.00.
DELPHINIUM CHINENSIS (Annual Delphinium) (20,000 seeds per oz.)
@Blue Mirror. Bright navy-blue flowers
without spurs. Tr. pkt., 50¢; %4 02z., $1.20; 1 oz., $3.60.
®Cambridge Blue. The standard Bella- donna-blue variety. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 oz. 756; 1 0z., $2.60,
White Dark Blue
Prices above 3, each: tr. pkt., 20¢; %4 oz., S5 Crm wozem Leal oe
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OTHER VARIETIES
@Belladonna Imp. (Cliveden Beauty). A carefully reselected strain of this pop- ular light blue. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., 95c¢; 1 oz., $2.85; 4 ozs., $10.00; 1 Ib., $35.00.
Belladonna. Light blue. Tr. pkt., 30c; 14 oz., 70¢; 1 oz., $2.20.
Bellamosum Improved. A reselected strain of this standard deep blue. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., 95¢; 1 0z., $2.85; 4 0zs., $10.00; 1 lb., $35.00.
@Lamartine. Deep, bright marine-blue with white eye. Tr. pkt., 50¢; ™% oz.. $1.35; 1 oz., $4.75.
® Blackmore and Langdon Hybrids. Shades of blue with contrasting bees. A fine free- flowering hybrid strain. Tr. pkt., 35e; Y% oz., 90¢; 1 0z., $2.70; 4 ozs., $9.00.
Wrexham or Hollyhock Strain. Extra large, tapering spikes. Tr. pkt., 50e; 1% oz., $1.60; 1 oz., $5.50.
Gold Medal Hybrids. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 50c? 1 0z., $1.75.
Cardinale. Bright scarlet. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., 80c; 1 0z., $2.40.
Six months from seed! That’s Giant Pacific Delphinium, Galahad.
IMPORTANT
Delphinium seed usually doesn’t germinate satisfactorily after it is around ten months old. Because of this, orders for Delphinium seed received after June Ist will be held for new crop seed—ready about mid-July—unless we are instructed to make immediate shipment, in which case
orders will be filled with 1949 seed.
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These four Giant Pacific Delphinium —plus the pure white variety Gala- had and the brilliant Blue Bird— make up our ‘Six Best’’ group. Left to right: King Arthur, Summer Skies, Black Knight, and Guinevere. See box, opposite page, for descriptions and prices.
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A sowing of hardy perennials made this summer will flower freely next year with a mini-
mum of care. See our January catalog for a more complete
ACHILLEA— @ Filipendula, Parker s Variety
Golden yellow. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 1% oz., 65¢; 14 oz., $1.20. The Pearl (Ptarmica). one standard double white for cutting. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 44 0z., 65¢e; %4 oz., $1.20.
ACONITUM (Monk’s Hood) —Napellus.
in partial shade. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz.,
ALSTROEMERIA—-Chilensis. pe rose and red.
oz., $4.50. ALYSSUM— @ Saxatile Compactum (Gold Dust).
Dark blue; does best
75c.
Very showy flowers in shades of
Medium tall. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4 oz., $1.50;
Rich golden
yellow. Tr. pkt., 15¢; %4 oz., 30c; 1 oz., $1.00. Saxatile Silyer Queen (Sulphureum). Light lemon-yellow. Tr. -pkt., 25; 44 0z:, 65e¢; 11 0z.. $2:25.
ANCHUSA—Dropmore Strain (Italica). irate Cm loz OOc: Myosotidiflora. May flowering Forget-me-not blue. Tr.
50c; 1% oz., $1.25; 1% oz., $2.25; 1 0z., $8.00.
ANEMONE-—St. Brigid Mixed. Choice long stemmed mixture of brilliant colors. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 14 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00. AN THEMIS—Kelwayi (Hardy Marguerite). Yellow Daisy flow- ers produced throughout summer. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 1 0z., 65e¢.
Nice blue for cutting.
pkt.,
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(Cloth of Gold).
description of the following:
its red and white flowers have made
The rich contrast of Crimson Star Hybrids one cf the most popular Aquilegias grown.
AQUILEGIA (Columbine) 85c; 1 oz., $3.00. Coerulea (Rocky Mountain Columbine). Sky-blue with white corolla. Tr. pkt., 25c; %4 oz., 75c; 1 oz., $2.50.
Copper Queen. Copper-red shades with yellow corolla. Tr. pkt., 50c; 1% oz., $1.50; 14 0oz., $2.75; 1 oz., $8.25.
@ Crimson Star Hybrids. Dark red with white corolla; varies some. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4% oz., $1.50; 1%4 oz., $2.75. ®Longissima. Delicate, pale yellow with extra long (4 in.) spurs. Tr. pkt., 50¢; vs 0z., $2.50; 1% oz., $4.50.
@®Longissima Hybrids. A variety of attractive shades in this
—Alpina. Blue. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 1% oz.,
extra long spurred class. Tr. pkt., 50¢; ve oz., $2.00. ®Mrs. Nicholls. Deep blue. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.25; Y% oz., $2.25; 1 oz., $8.00.
® Mrs. Scott Elliott’s Hybrids. An excellent and popular long-
spurred mixture. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.50. Rese Queen. Rose with white corolla. Tr. pkt., 35¢; “4 oz., 710¢; 1 0z., $2.10:
@ Snow Queen. Extra large pure white flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 oz., $1.00; 1 0z., $3.50.
Long Spurred Mixture. Best mixture in our trial ground.
Tr. pkt., 25¢; % oz., 85¢; 1 0oz., $3.00.
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ARABIS (Rock Cress)—@ Alpina Snowcap. Shining snow-white. Tr. pkt., 35c; %4 oz. 75¢; 1 oz, $2.50. Alpina. White. Tr. pkt., 25¢; % 0z., 55¢; 1 oz., $1.80. Spring Charm (Blepharophylla). Carmine. Tr. pkts. only, 50c.
ARMERIA (Thrift)—Alpina. Dwarf, bright rose. Tr. pkt., 75c. Formosa, Large Flowered Hybrids. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 oz., 70c; Y% oz., $1.30; 1 oz., $3.90.
@Glory of Holland. Ball-shaped deep pink flowers about 14% inches in diameter. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 44 oz., $2.00
Maritima (Statice Armeria). Lilac-rose. Grass-like, evergreen foliage. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4% oz., $1.50.
ARTEMISIA—Lactiflora (Silver Plume). Silvery foliage; creamy blooms. For cutting. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 76 0z., 70¢; 14 oz., $2.00.
ASCLEPIAS—Tuberosa. Fine orange for cutting. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 1, oz., 85c; 1 oz., $2.75.
ASPARAGUS—Lace Veil (Pseudoscaber). Produces quantities of material as valuable as Asparagus Sprengeri. Hardy. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50.
Verticillatus (Willow Spray). Completely hardy, summer green material. Finely cut foliage. Requires 3 years for best results.
(re pkt, 50c; 4% oz., $1.25: 1 oz., $2.25.
ASTER—Hardy Large Flowered Mixture. Attractive assortment. Tr. pkt., 50c; 1% oz., $1.10; %4 oz., $2.00. Alpinus, Finest Mixed. Tr. pkt., 50c; 1% oz., $1.00.
AUBRIETIA—Large Flowered Hybrids (Monarch strain). Wide and bright color mixture. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 44 0z., $1.00. Hendersoni. Deep purple. Tr. pkt., 50c; 1% 0z., $1.00. Leichtlini. Carmine-rose. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 14 oz., $1.00.
BAPTISIA—Australis (False Indigo.) Sprays of pea-shaped
indigo-blue flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 1 0z., 75c.
; The colors in our Hardy Large Flowered Aster Mixture are rich and varied. Plant this for a real fall show.
ARMERIA Glory of Holland The ball-shaped, deep pink flowers of this val- uable perennial are car- ried cn stems of good length.
BELLIS—PERENNIS. Popular Double English Daisy. Red Rose White Above 3, each: tr. pkt., 50¢; % oz., $2.00; ™%4 oz., $3.50. Mixture. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 1% 0z., $1.80; %4 oz. $3.20.
BOCCONIA—Japenica (Plume Poppy). Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 50c; 1 oz., $1.50.
BOLTONIA—Latisquama. Delicate pink. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.
BROOM—Hypbrids Mixed. Vigorous shrubs; bright color range. Tr. pkt., 40c; 4% 0z., $1.25; 14 0z., $2.25.
CAMPANULA—CARPATICA. Dwarf perennial. Blue, Ira pkt.; 25¢; 36 0z,, 15¢;744 02... $1.35; @ Hybrid Mixture. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.50; %4 oz., $2.70. MEDIUM CALYCANTHEMA (Cup-and-saucer type). Dark Biue Light Blue Rose White Mixture Above 5, each: tr. pkt., 20¢; %4 oz., 50¢; 1 oz., $1.60. MEDIUM SINGLE (Canterbury Bells).
Dark Blue Light Blue Pink White Mixture Above 5, each: tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 oz., 25e; 1 0z., 75c. PERSICIFOLIA. White Blue (Princess Royal) Mixture
Above, 3, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; % 0z., $1.00; 14 oz., $1.75. Telham Beauty. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.00; %4 oz., $1.75. PYRAMIDALIS (Chimney Campanula).
Mixture. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.00; 14 oz. $1.75.
CARNATION—GRENADIN (Hardy Carnation). King of the Blacks. Darkest red. Golden Sun ®@ Pink ® Red White ® Mixture Above 6, each: tr. pkt., 50¢; 14 0z., $2.50; 1 oz., $8.00.
CATANANCHE—Coerulea. Everlasting light lavender-blue flow- ers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 0z., 45c¢; 1 0z., $1.50.
CENTAUREA—Montana. Large Cornflower-blue flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 40c; 1 0z., $1.20.
CERASTIUM—® Tomentosum (Snow-in-Summer). White edging and rockery plant. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 50c¢; 1 oz., $1.75.
CHEIRANTHUS (Wallflower)—-@Golden Bedder. Large deep golden yellow. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 0z., 25¢; 1 0z., 75e. Allioni. Free flowering orange. Tr. pkt., 10¢; 1 oz., 35c.
CHRYSANTHEMUM—@Glory Mixture. Our finest mixture of hardy Mums. Tr. pkt., 75¢; % oz., $2.20; 14 oz., $4.00. Korean Hybrids. Single and semi-double types in a good color range. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 4% oz., $2.75; 14 oz., $5.00.
CLEMATIS—Paniculata. White flowered climber. Recta, Mandschurica. Upright growing, pure white.
Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 70¢; % oz., $1.40; %4 oz., $2.50.
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COREOPSIS— @Sun- burst (New Gold). A fine semi-double Sirainiey rep KtneOc;
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$1.00. Mayfield Giant. [x- tra large deep golden yellow. Single. Tr. pkt, Ie. 244" 107. 25 Cl eOze lo Cs DAISY (Chysanthe- mum Maximum) — @G. Marconi. The largest flowered and fin- est double Shasta Daisy.
Originator’s seed: tr.
pkt., 50c; 6 tr. pkts.,
$2.50. Regular stock: tre pktaep OCs ys a Oz. $1.50; 14 oz., $2.75.
Double Fringed (Dien-
er’s). A specially rese-
lected strain. Tr. pkt.,
PMO sie Way SI 7ABSE
Y% oz., $4.00.
June Marguerite. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz. 40c; 1 oz., $1.25.
6 Mayfield Giant. Quite large flowered, end of June.
Alaska. The standard Shasta Daisy, July.
Conqueror. Giant late white, late July.
Above 3, each: tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 0z., 30c; 1 0z., $1.00.
DELPHINIUM—See pages 26 and 27.
DIANTHUS—AIl!woodi Alpinus Mixed. Single flowers in shades of pink. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 4% 0z., 90¢; %4 oz., $1.50. Deltoides Erecta. A dwarf Maiden Pink. Bright red. Tr. pkt., 35c; 1% oz., 90c; 1%4 oz., $1.50. @Latifolius Atrococcineus. Miniature crimson flowers. pkt., 35¢; 4% oz., 90c; % oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50. Loveliness. Large, fringed and curled, light lavender flowers. Quite fragrant. Tr. pkt., 50¢; 146 oz., $1.25. Winteri. Large single flowers in a rich mixture of pure colors. Long blooming period. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.50. PLUMARIUS (Clove Pink). Cyclops. Deep rose with crimson ring. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.00. Double Mixture (Scoticus Florist Strain). Unusual colors. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 4% oz., 90c; 1% oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50. Single Mixture. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 0z., 40c; 1 oz. $1.35. BARBATUS (Sweet William). Early June flowering. @ Holborn Glory. Striking combination of crimson with white. @ Newport Pink (Pink Beauty). Salmon-rose shade. Purple Beauty. A rich deep color. Scarlet Beauty. Well named, intense scarlet-red. Giant White. Ours is an extra large flowered strain. Single Mixture @ Double Mixture Above 7, each: tr. pkt., 30c; 4 0z., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.40. @Single Midget Mixed. Very fine rock plant. Tr. pkt., 50c¢; 4 oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50. @Double Midget Mixed. Tr. pkt., 35c; %4 oz., $3.00.
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F DICENTRA—Spectabilis (Bleeding Heart). Tr. pkt., $1.00; ts oz., $1.75; % oz., $3.25. Eximia (Plumy Bleeding Heart). Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.00. DICTAMNUS—Fraxinella (Gas Plant). Pink with dark veins. Dir-apkt 20 Cse4 07> OG Oz em leds
DIGITALIS—GLOXINOIDES (Foxglove). Purple Rose White Giant Shirley Mixture Above 4, each: tr. pkt., 20¢; 14 0z., 60c; 1 oz., $2.00.
ECHINOPS—Ritro (Globe Thistle). Blue flower heads 11% to 2 inches in diameter. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.
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EUPHORBIA — Corollata
(Wild Baby’s Breath). Small white flowers. Tr. pkt., 35¢; VY oz., $1.25. Myrsinites. Silvery foliage. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.00. Polychroma. Bushy plants with bracts of bright yellow changing to rosy bronze. Tr. pkt., 50c; ve oz., $1.35.
FEVERFEW (Matricaria)—
@ Ball Double White Im- proved. 90% double, im- bricated blooms. Tr. pkt., 5 Oc l/ S28 072655 1 0:0) 1% oz., $3.60. Double and Semi-Double White. 40% double—bal- ance anemones. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 16 0z., $1.00; 14 0z., Sled See leOzee belo
ALL-DOUBLE DWARF. For pots or borders. Golden Nuggets. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 1 0z., 50c; %4 oz., $1.80. Snow Puffs. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 7s 0z., 50c; %4 oz., $1.80.
GAILLARDIA—GRANDIFLORA. @Dazzler. The standard fine cutting strain. Golden yellow with maroon center. @ Monarch Strain. A very superior mixture. Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 50¢; 1 oz., $1.75. @ Burgundy. Red. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 75¢; 1 0z., $2.25. Portcla Hybrids Mixed. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 0z., 50¢; 1 0z., $1.75. Goblin. Compact plants; red and yellow bicolored flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 1% 0z., 65c; 1 0o7z:, $2.25. Aurea Pura. Pure yellow. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 0z., 60c; 1 oz., $1.80.
GEUM—Lady Stratheden. Yellow. Mrs. Bradshaw. Red. Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 50¢; 1 oz., $1.75.
GILIA—Coronopifolia (Standing Cypress). Heads of scarlet flowers. Tr. pkt., 30¢; 1% oz., 60c; 14 oz., $1.00.
GY PSOPHILA— ® Pacifica. Starry pink flowers in Sept. and Oct. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 80c; 1 0oz., $2.75. @Oldhamiana. Feathery light pink. Oct. flowering; watch frost dates. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 0z., 65c¢; 1 oz. $2.25. PANICULATA. @Double Snow Flake. About 50% are double flowering. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., $1.35; 1 oz., $4.50. Single White. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 1 0z., 40c; 4 ozs., $1.35. REPENS. Rose. Tr. pkt., 25c; 14 0z., 80c; 1 0z., $2.40.
HELIANTHEMUM—Mutobile (Sun Rose). Attractive dwarf rock plant. Tr. pkt., 20e; 14 oz., 40¢; 1 0z., $1.35.
HELLEBORUS—Niger (Christmas Rose). Attractive 214 in. white flowers; basal foliage. Seed should be frozen before sowing. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 46 0z., 75¢; 14 oz., $1.35.
HESPERIS—MATRONALIS (Sweet Rocket). Sweet scented. Violet White Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 0z., 30¢; 1 0z., 90c.
HEUCHERA-—SANGUINEA (Coral Bells). Splendens. Crimson. Hybrida Mixed Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 50c; zs oz. $1.75; % oz., $3.00.
HIBISCUS—Mallow Marvels Mixed. Ours is an extra large flowered strain. Tr. pkt., 20c; %4 0z., 40¢; 1 oz., $1.20.
HOLLYHOCK—Imperator Improved. Choice double crested mix- ture. Tr. pkt., 30c; 14 0z., 55¢; 1 0z., $1.80. Allegheny Mixed. Single and semi-double types. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 oz., 25¢; 1 oz., 75e. Triumph. Double fringed flowers in delicate art shades. Tr. pkt., 30c; %4 0z., 50c; 1 0z., $1.50. CHATER’S DOUBLE. The standard double Hollyhock. Chamois, Deep Rose, Lilac Beauty, Newport Pink, Scarlet, Sulphur Yellow, White and Mixture. Above 8, each: tr. pkt., 30; 44 0z., 50c¢; 1 oz., $1.50.
Dazzler—most popular of the hardy Gaillardias for cut flowers.
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IBERIS (Hardy Candytuft)—Gibraltarica. Tr. pkt., 20c; 14 0z., 45e; 1 oz., $1.40. Sempervirens. White flowers in late May. Tr. pkt., 50¢; %4 oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.50.
Jucunda. Pink flowers. Tr. pkt., 50c.
INCARVILLEA—Grandiflora, Brevipes. Brilliant dark rose flow- ers. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4% oz., $1.00.
IR!S—Dichotoma (Vesper Iris). Mixed colors; fragrant. Tr. pkt., 30c; 1% 0z., 65c; 1 oz., $2.00.
LATHYRUS—LATIFOLIUS (Hardy or Everlasting Sweet Pea). Pink Beauty White Pearl Red Mixture Above 4, each: tr. pkt., 20c; %4 0z., 30c; 1 oz., $1.00.
LAVANDULA—® Munstead Strain. Freely produces large sweet scented flowers. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 oz., $1.00.
LEONTOPODIUM—Alpinum (Edelweiss). Small, greenish white leaves. Tr. pkt., 50c; is oz., $1.00; 4% oz., $1.80.
LIATRIS (Gay Feather)—@Pycnostachya. Long spiked purple. Scariosa, Purple. Extra large individual flower heads. Spicata. Purple. Not as long stemmed as Pycnostachya. Above 3, each: tr. pkt., 30¢; 14 0z., 90c; 1 oz., $2.70. @Scariosa, White. A very fine pure white. Long spikes. @September Glory. Tall growing with purple spikes. Kobold. Hybrid, non-branching lilac-purple.
Above 3, each: tr. pkt., 50¢e; %4 oz., $1.80; 1 0z., $5.40.
LILY—-@ White Queen. Finest white seed propagated Lily. 1% tr. pkt., 60c; tr. pkt., $1.00; 1% oz., $2.50; % oz., $4.50. Candidum (Madonna Lily). Tall pure white. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1% oz., $2.75; %4 oz., $5.00; 1 oz., $15.00.
Formosanum, Giant Flowered. White. Tr. pkt., 50c; 14 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.50; 4 ozs., $12.00.
Henryi. Orange. Tr. pkt., 50c; 14 oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50. Regale (Regal Lily). Pink with primrose center. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 50c; 1 oz., $1.50; 4 ozs., $5.00.
Tenuifolium (Coral Lily). Medium sized flowers of brilliant coral-red. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., 75.
Large flowered lilac.
LINUM—Perenne (Per. Flax). Blue. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 1 0z., 50c. Flavum. Yellow. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 75c. Collinum. Dwarf growing, light blue. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz. Cm lsOz 2-2 De
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LOBELIA—Cardinalis (Cardinal Flower). Bright red. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.20; 1 oz., $3.60.
LUNARIA—BIENNIS (Honesty or Money Plant). White Mixture Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; 4 0z., 35¢; 1 0z., $1.25.
LUPINE--POLYPHYLLUS (Hardy Lupine). @Russell Strain. Unusually long flower spikes and attractive colors. Reselected Stock (Originator’s packets): 20 seeds, 30¢; 65 seeds, 65¢; 150 seeds, $1.25; 350 seeds, $2.50.
Regular seed: tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., 60¢; 1 0z., $2.00; 4 ozs., $6.00.
MISCELLANEOUS POLYPHYLLUS VARIETIES.
Dark Blue. Tr. pkt., 15¢; 14 oz., 35¢; 1 oz., $1.15.
Rose. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., 60c; 1 oz., $1.80.
White. Tr. pkt., 20c; 14 0oz., 30c; 1 oz., $1.00.
® Harkness Regal Mixture. The standard fine hybrid mixture. Tr? pkt., 20c;) 14%0z., 30c; 1 0z., $1.00:
LYCHNIS—®@Chalcedonica (Maltese Cross). Scarlet. Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 oz., 40c; 1 oz., $1.25.
MYOSOTIS (Forget-me-not)—@Blue Bird (Oblongata). Stand- ard blue for spring greenhouse flowering. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., 85c; 1 oz., $3.00.
Palustris Semperflorens. Flowers from early spring until au- tumn. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00.
VICTORIA. A dwarf compact strain. 6 to 8 in.
Dark Blue Rose White Dwarf Mixed Above 4, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., 85¢; %4 0z., $1.50. ALPESTRIS. Blue Eyes. Early flowering bright blue with white eyes. Tr. pkt., 50c; 14 0z., $1.50; 1 0z., $4.50.
@ Royal Blue (Indigo Blue). Deep rich blue. Tr. pkt., 30¢; % oz., 85c¢; 1 oz., $3.00.
NEPETA—Mussini (June-flowering Catnip). Aromatic foliage and flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.25.
OENOTHERA—Youngi (Sundrop). Large yellow blooms. Tr. pkt., 25¢e; %4 oz., 60c; 1 oz., $1.80.
PHLOX—Hybrid Mixture (Decussata). Large brilliantly colored types. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., 80c; 1 0oz., $2.40.
PHYSALIS—Francheti (Chinese Lantern Plant). Giant orange- scarlet pods. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.50.
PHYSOSTEGIA—Virginica. Tre pkts 5 0cz) 14502, $1.50; 1 oz., $5.00.
PLATYCODON—GRANDIFLORUM (Balloon Flower). Blue. A clear, deep violet-blue. Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 35¢; % 0z., 85¢; 14 0z., $1.50.
Rosy lilac.
White
PRIMULA—
Cashmeriana is the name of this unusual with purple See page 32.
hardy Primula ball-shaped flowers.
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Pyrethrum Robinson‘s Dark Crimson fills the bill for a rich red
daisy-type summer cut flower. See page S26
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POPPY—ORIENTALE (Oriental Poppy) . Beauty of Livermere. Dark oxblood-red. Tr. pkt., 30c; 4 4, OZ, $1.25 Brilliant. Vivid fiery red. Tr. pkt., B50) Y% oz., 90c; %4 o2z., $1.50. Princess Victoria Louise. The standard light orange. Tr. pkt., 30c; %4 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.50. Salmon Shades. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.00; % oz. $1.75. Mixture. Tr. pkt., 35¢; 14 0z., $1.25; 1 0z., $4.00. PRIMULA— -VERIS. @ Collosea. Unusual colors. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1% oz., $2.75; %4 oz., $5.00; 1 0z., $15.00. @ Giant Munstead Strain. Shades of yellow. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1% oz., $2.75; 4 0z., $5.00; 1 oz., $15.00. @Polyanthus Mixture. Tr. pkt., 75¢; Y% oz., $2.20; %4 oz, $4.00; 1 oz., $12.00. Giant Monarch Strain. A fine large flowered mixture. Tr. pkt., $1.00; % oz., $2.75; 14 oz., $5.00; 1 oz., $15.00. MISCELLANEOUS HARDY PRIMULAS Cashmeriana. Ball-shaped heads of rich purple flowers with yellow centers. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1/16 oz., $2.25; 14 oz., $7.50. Giant Crimson Giant Yellow Giant White Above 3, each: tr. pkt., 75¢; te oz., $1.75; % oz., $3.00. Blue Flowered. Tr. pkt., $1.00; 1/32 oz., $2.20; 1/16 oz.,
$4.00.
Vulgaris (True Yellow English Primrose). $1.65; 1 oz., $6.00.
Japonica. Crimson, rose and pink flowers born in whorls on 6 to 9 in. stems. Tr. pkt., 35c; % oz., $1.00.
PYRETHRUM—ROSEUM (Painted Daisy). Atrosanguineum. A popular dark crimson strain. Rose. Single pink flowers.
Robinson’s Dark Crimson. Giant flowered, dark red. ®@ Robinson’s Hybrids. Large single mixture. @Semi-Double Mixture. An excellent strain.
Single Mixed. An attractive large flowered mixture. Above 6, each: tr. pkt., 50¢; 14 oz., $1.50; 1 oz., $4.50.
Tr. pkt., 50c; %4 oz.,
@ Extra Double Mixture. The finest double Pyrethrum. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.40; %4 oz., $2.50; 1 0z., $7.50. Parthenifolium Aureum (Golden Feather). Dwarf; yellow- ereen foliage. Tr. pkt., 15¢; % oz., 30c; 1 oz., 90c. RUDBECK!A—Purpurea (Echinacea). Reddish purple. Tr. pkt., 35c; % oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.00. SALVIA—Patens. Navy blue. Tr. pkt., 50c; ™% oz., $1.50;
$4.50.
1 oz.,
SAPONARIA—Ocymoides. Hardy rock plant. Tr. pkt., 25¢;
4 oz., 70c; 1 oz., $2.10
SCABIOSA—Caucasica, Goldingensis. Large flowered, fine deep lavender. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.00; 1 oz., $3.50. Caucasica, Perfecta. Improved large flowered form of this lilac-lavender strain. Tr. pkt., 30¢; y, 0% 156: al Oz 225 Os @ Caucasica, House Hybrids. Large flowers ranging from white
to deep blue. Tr. pkt., 35¢; ™% oz., $1.00; 1 0z., $3.50.
STATICE—Caspia. Seedlings flower second season. Lilac. Tr. pkt., 25c; 4 0z., 75¢; 1 0z., $2.50. @ Dumose. Dense clumps of silvery gray flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢;
Y, oz., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.50.
@Latifolia (Sea Lavender). Standard blue perennial Statice. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 60c; 1 oz., $1.85.
Perezi. Flowers in large lavender heads first year from seed.
Tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 60c; 1 oz., $1.85.
STOKESIA—Cyanea (Stokes’ Aster). Dts Crea OZeo Oc:
THALICTRUM-—Dipterocarpum (Meadow Rue).
Large blue flowers. Tr.
Rosy purple
flowers. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 0z., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.25. THERMOPSIS—Caroliniana. Long panicles of yellow pea-shaped flowers. Tr. pkt., 25c; 14 oz., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.25.
TRITOMA (Red Hot Poker). @Pfitzer’s Hybrids. Brilliant red. Mirabilis Hybrids. Yellow and orange shades. $2.00.
Above 2, each: tr. pkt., 25¢; 14 0z., 60c; 1 oz., dire pkts
Wiley apearey scat Orange (Globe Flower). te $1.25; 1% oz., $2.00. purorsans (Golden Ball). Late yellow. Tr. pkt., $1.00; %4 oz., $1.75.
VERONICA—Spicata, Dwarf Mixed (Speedwell).
50c; 35c; ¥% oz.,
Easily grown;
brightly colored. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., 65¢; 1 0z., $2.00. VIOLA— CORNUTA. Apricot. Prefer Chantreyland. Tr. pkt.,
50c; % oz., $1.10; %4 oz., $2.00; 1 0z., $6.00.
Arkwright Ruby. Maroon-scarlet with dark center. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.50; 4 oz., $2.65; 1 oz., $8.00.
Black Imp. Tr. pkt., 50e; % oz., $1.50; 1 0z., $5.00.
@ Blue Elf (Improved Johnny Jump Up). Three-colored blooms. Tr. pkt., 50c; % oz., $1.25; %4 oz. $2.25.
© Blue Perfection. Large flowered clear medium blue. Tr. pkt., 50c; 4% oz., $1.10; %4 oz., $2.00; 1 0z., $6.00.
@ Chantreyland. Extra large flowered true apricot. 50c; % oz., $1.10; % oz., $2. 00; 1 oz., $6.00. Firmament. Ss blooming, clear sky- ‘blue. Draepkt. 48 oz., $1.50; 14 oz., $2.65; 1 0z., $8.00.
@ Helen Mount. A combination of violet, lavender and canary- yellow. Tr. pkt., 50e; % oz., $1.25; %4 oz, $2.25.
aor Gem. Deep orchid. Tr. pkt., 50c¢; ae oz., $1.50; % oz., @ Lutea Splendens. 50c¢; 14 0z., $1.50; 1 oz., $5.00.
Ure pktes 50c;
Clear golden yellow. Tr. pkt.,
Papilio. Blue and white combinations. Extra dwarf and free- flowering. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.25; 1 0z., $4.00.
© White Perfection. Small pure white. Tr. pkt., 35¢; %4 oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4.00.
© Large-Flowered Mixture. Complete mixture of all large flowered varieties. Tr. pkt., 35¢; % oz., $1.25; 1 oz., $4. 00.
YUCCA—Hardy Varieties Mixed. Saline plants of exotic ap- pearance. Tr. pkt., 25¢; %4 oz., 75¢; 1 oz., $2.25,
Primula Veris Collosea not only makes a won- derful hardy bedding show, but is an excellent pot plant when forced under glass.
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One of our sturdy No. 3X PlanTrays filled with a dozen husky Tomato plants, ready for sale. These are also made in 4-X size for 12 3x3 in. bands. See below for full description.
BALL VENEER PLANTRAYS
Now Made in Five Sizes. See Price List. Just the thing for all your Perennial Plants such as Delphiniums, Mums, Aqui- legias, Small Evergreens, etc. ORDER EARLY.
Prices Ball PlanTrays
Regular Sizes 100 250 1000 Mie, TEL (PAIN 5 «35 e.0%8 $3.40 $ 8.60 $30.50 Nome: hs) 2- 2m) mcrae 3.75 9250s 3 20 IN, SEY OHA SS sac 4.30 10.25 38.00 Special Sizes 100 250 1000 Nae, HES @AERAS) saosac $3.90 $ 9.25 $34.50 INGE 2 Om (25-2 cenit rar 4.25 10.25 37.50
Quantity Discounts: up to 3000 net; 3000 to 5000 5%; 5000 and over 744%.
Something Has Been Added to Our PlanTray Line
Our No. 3 size is now made also in double thick or extra heavy veneer (No. 3-X). Very sturdy flat—stands rough handling. For 1 dozen 2% in. bands. Selling very fast at $45.00 per 1000. Crate of 100 $7.00. No. 4-X for 12 3x3 in. bands at $52.50 per 1000.
GLAD TO SEND SAMPLES OF ANY ITEMS. PLEASE INDICATE SIZE.
Most perennials are handled to advantage in long lasting Ball Better Bands.
and PlanTrays
—-are ideal for all growing-on stock. You'll need them for your Snaps, Cinerarias, Be- gonias, Primulas, Cyclamen—and they’re really tops for young Perennials.
NURSERYMEN! Don’t miss the many advantages of these sturdy wood veneer bands. They'll last for months in moist soil. Send for new circular showing complete story on
Plant Bands.
Prices Ball Better Plant Bands F.0.B. Midwest factory or West Chicago
To save delay be sure to specify which way to ship; Express, Freight or Truck. This is important. Bands sold only in units as listed below. Quantity discounts: 2000 to 24,000 net; 26,000 to 50,000 5%; 52,000 to 100,000 10%; 102,000 to 200,000 12'2%. Write for prices on larger quantities.
Put up in units of 1000 only.
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CATALOG No. 61—SUMMER 1950—BUSINESS TERMS
NOTE—Cash or C.O.D. Discount! Prices quoted on Cyclamen seed, Lawn _—_ Business Hours (holidays excepted) are 8 to 12 and 1 to 5 Monday through Grass and Plant Bands are net, no cash discount. Plant and Bulb prices are Friday; 8 to 12 Saturday. Our phone number is West Chicago 299. net unless quoted differently in special catalogs or lists. Otherwise, when All Prices in this catalog subject to change without notice.
cash is enclosed, or on C.O.D.s, a discount of 5% is allowed on all seed orders from $5.00 to $25.00. On $25.00 and over, 8% is allowed. Plants,
Bulbs and Plant Bands cannot be sent C.O.D.
All Seed Orders sent prepaid in U.S. and Canada at catalog prices. Our Business is with Florists only. We do not sell at retail.
If this is your first order, it should be signed with some individual’s name Shortages. All items are offered subject to crop failures or shortages. in writing. Payment should accompany all orders unless credit has been LIMITATION OF WARRANTY. We, Geo. J. Bail, Inc., warrant, to the
established. C.O.D. shipments 50% in advance.
extent of the purchase price, that Seeds, Plants or Bulbs sold are as de-
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Carl, Vic and George K. Ball discuss the pros and cons of a new pink hybrid Snap in our trials at West Chicago
PLANT IMPROVEMENT .. .
is of first importance to us here at West Chicago. It’s the real ‘heart’ of our seed enterprise. Under the direction of Vic Ball and Phil Jones, the program also engages the interest of other firm members, as pictured above.
THE OBJECT...
. of this work is to provide you with a steady supply of new, yet tested, varieties with which you may answer your customer's ever-engaging question: ‘’What’s new?” In the past our efforts have yielded a line of Stocks, and hybrid and inbred Snaps well known to the trade. Asters are a subject first dealt with several decades ago, and also the object of considerable current work.
For “‘what’s new” this year, see the pages of this catalog—also watch for results of our accelerated and intensified ‘Ball florist strains’ breeding program in years to come.
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WEST CHICAGO ILLINOIS