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FALL apna Oregon

PLANTING

U. S. Dept. of Agricultur

Library
eM Washington, D. G.

GARDENS

[eV ERO N;. OREGON

CLARA BUTT. This Darwin has a flower of remark-
able beauty; is the most distinct pink of the Giant
Flowered Tulips. Of perfect form and a lovely
delicate pink flushed salmon-rose. It is by far
the most popular pink and is planted in immense
quantity each year. Height 23’. 3 for 30c; $1.00
doz.

DREAM. Large cup-shaped flower, soft rosy mauve
on heliotrope-colored ground with silvery edging,
center electric blue and white. Lovely delicate
shade. Lasts very well. Heght 27”. 3 for 30c:
$1.00 doz.

EUTERPE. A good lavender, considered by many
as the best in its class; light base. Height 25’.
3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

GRENADIER. A grand tulip. Large well shaped
flowers of dazzling orange-scarlet, yellow center
marked olive green, delicately scented. Height
24”. 3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

INGLESCOMBE YELLOW. Often called the "Yel-
low Darwin” as it has the true Darwin shape.
Large sized flowers of glossy canary-yellow on
good stems of medium length. 3 for 30c; $1.00
doz.

ILLUMINATOR. A low growing, very colorful
flower, deep yellow with flames and pencilings
of scarlet; base of deep emerald green. One of

the latest to bloom. 3 for 40c: $1.25 doz.
JOHN RUSKIN. Pastel coloring—a soft blend of

apricot rose with mauve shading, and amber
yellow edge. Exceptionally long flower. Height
20". 3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

ORANGE KING. Glistening deep orange, shaded
rose; inside deep orange-scarlet with yellow
base; sweet-scented globular flowers of the most
brilliant coloring. Should be in every garden.
Height 24”. 3 for 30c: $1.00 doz.

TELESCOPIUM. Light rosy violet with white base
and olive stamens. Early blooming with wonder-
fully stiff stems, longer than many of the Triumph
tulips. Sturdy grower. $ for 40c: $1.25 doz.

WM. PITT. Very dark crimson with purplish shade
on outer petals; white base starred blue. Large
flower of distinct color and great beauty. Height
24”. 3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

all gone!

$1.25 doz.

TULIP COLLECTION

(NOT INCLUDING NOVELTIES)
3 each of any 10 varieties,

your Choice; 30) bullbsi<..a........ Se2.75
10 each of any 10 varieties,

yourichoice, J00!bullbs. .. 3.2.04. 9.00
25 each of any 10 varieties,

your choice: 250ibulbs... «...2.00.. 20.00

POSTPAID

NOVELTY TULIPS

(NOT TO BE INCLUDED IN ABOVE COLLECTION)

DIDO. Outside of petals salmon yellow, suffused
with soft orange, inside bright orange. An out
standing tulip in any class. Fragrant. Height 28”.
3 for 40c: $1.35 doz.

DILLENBERG. Lovely orange-red with bronze-yel-
low edge; inside glistening orange. Large egg-
shaped flowers. Height 27”. 3 for 40c; $1.35 doz.

GESNERIANA MAJOR (Red Rocket). Rich crimson
scarlet with brilliant blue base. The large flower
of dazzling brilliancy resembles a large poppy.
Height 26”. 3 for 40c; $1.35 doz.

MR. VAN ZIJL (3). Beautiful dark rosy pink with
broad white margin; lovely bright interior, large
white base. Very substantial and long lasting.
A fine dark pink when forced. One of the finest
novelties, highly recommended. Strong stems.
Height 27”. 3 for 55c; $2.00 doz.

PERSEUS. A novelty of great beauty, colored flame
orange, yellow base. The outside of petals often
have green markings like those of Parrot Tulix
—Pantasy. Profuse bloomer and a fine variety.
Height 26 inches. 3 for 55c: $2.00 doz.

VENUS. Large pure silvery rose, white base
marked with pale blue ring. Exquisite color, jood

form and substance. Height 28 inches. 3 for 40c;
$1.35 doz.

MIXED TULIPS
(May Flowering.)
WOOL eee. S100 - 100'for....:...-. $ 6.00
SU }fors ce eres, Jel OR ZOU MOL {ere 14.00

REMBRANTS MIXED

(These are striped and feathered.)
$1.25 doz.; 3 for 35c.

Culips

RIGHT FROM TULIP-LAND
In the PACIFIC NORTHWEST
EVERY BULB ToP-sizE!

With the Holland supply cut off, Tulips are going to
be extremely scarce this fall. Many growers are al-
ready sold out. This list, while rather short, contains
beautiful varieties of proven merit. Yes, you CAN
have Tulips in your garden next spring... good ones,
and we impress upon you that these are TOP SIZE
ONLY, and will give you the finest and largest
flowers. NO ORDERS ACCEPTED AFTER OCTOBER
ISth, but don't delay until then or you may find them

BARON DE LA TONNAYE Beautiful, tall sturdy plant. Dull rose
color, shading to silvery rose at margin. Splendid in masses or
borders. Perfect for indoor decoration. The delicate tints of this
flower will delight you. Height 30”. 3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

BETSY. Soft cream flushed flesh pink and soft orange, inside yel-
low with small blue heart. Purple anthers. Height 23”. 3 for 40c;

BRAHMS. Beautiful soft rose with half inch of white around edge
of petals. Lovely color combination, blooms early, strong stems.
3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

BRONZE QUEEN. A beautiful
Vigorous grower with strong tall stems. The inside of the big cup
is golden bronze, the outsid

light bronze tulip of largest size.

is tinged with a suggestion of violet.

3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.
CALEDONIA. A beautiful tulig

of greenish black. Striking.

ot orange-scarlet color with a

3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

MRS. R. O. BACKHOUSE

all times.

might find them all gone!

ACTAEA. (Poeticus) Largest poeticus in ex-
istence. Broad snow white perianth of
great substance and good form. Very
large eye broadly margined with dark
ted. Considered the most beautiful Poet-
icus and wonderful exhibition flower.
30c each; 3 for 80c: $3.00 doz.

ALSACE. (Poetaz) Large pure white peri
anth and bright yellow cup. Four to six
blooms to the stem; has a delightful,
spicy fragrance. 3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

CANALICULATUS. (Tazetia) A dainty little Polyanthus
narcissus for the rockery, height 6 inches. Has narrow
erect bluish green foliage and bears heads of three to
five flowers with white perianth and globular golden
cup; small and very sweetly scented. 3 for 30c: $1.00 doz.

CHEERFULNESS. (Poetaz) The double Elvira, a very dis-
tinct and decorative variety. Erect stems, each bearing
a cluster of small blooms with broad, rounded, creamy
white perianth and full double center of creamy white
and yellow. 3 for 35c; $1.25 doz.

DIANA KASNER. (Barrii) A pure white perianth and a large
fluted yellow cup with blood-red frill. Increases very
rapidly, is free flowering, has fine long stems and is a
good forcer. 3 for 30c: $1.00 doz.

DIOTIMA. (Yellow Trumpet) A new super-giant yellow
trumpet. The flower is beautifully proportioned and is
carried gracefully on flattened tapering stems, 2 feet
tall. The broad perianth of medium deep primrose is 5
to 6 inches across; trumpet slightly deeper in color.
60c each; 3 for $1.75; $6.00 doz.

EMPEROR. (Yellow Trumpet) Deep yellow trumpet and
primrose perianth. An old favorite for garden planting
and a dependable forcer, though rather late. Excellent
for naturalizing. 3 for 20c; $1.00 doz.; 25 for $2.00.

FEBRUARY GOLD. (Cyclamineus Hybrid) This beautiful
little daffodil is especially desirable for the golden yellow
flowers each year introduce the daffodil season. The
perianth is beautifully reflexed, giving the flower a very
distinct appearance. 3 for 55c; $2.00 doz.

FIRETAIL. (Barrii) One of the most popular red-
eyed Barriis. Broad petaled creamy white
perianth; crinkled orange cup with deep scar-
let orange frill. An outstanding flower of good
form and substance. 25c each; $2.50 doz.

SPRING GLORY

Daffodils

DIRECT FROM THE FIELDS,
Every One a Double-Nose Bulb

Since we are situated right in the midst of the greatest Daffodil and Tulip
growing section of America, we have arranged with one of the foremost
growers to supply our customers with a splendid assortment of these
eagerly sought bulbs for immediate planting. Daffodil orders will be
filled with choice double nose bulbs—the kind that give two blooms the
first season. But the supply is limited, so if your order arrives late please
allow us to fill it with the largest bulbs available, giving full value at

No orders accepted after October 15th, but don't delay because you
NO ORDER FOR LESS THAN $2.00 will be
sent prepaid—please add 10c for partial transportation costs if less than
$2 total for Tulips and Daffodils combined.

GLORIOUS. (Poetaz) The name describes
the whole flower perfectly. Very large
overlapping perianth of satiny cream
white. The cup is brilliant orange scar-
let. Two and three flowers per stem but
very free flowering. 40c each; 3 for $1.10;
$4.00 doz.

JOHN EVELYN. (Incomparabilis) An out-
standing favorite in the daffodil world.
Large pure white perianth opens perfect-
ly flat and is 4 to 5 inches across. The
large flat cup of lemon yellow is densely
frilled or shirred to base. Most refined
appearance. 20c each; $2.00 doz.

KING ALFRED. (Yellow Trumpet) A deep
golden yellow flower of wonderful sub-
stance, on stiff 2-fcot stems. Trumpet
deeply frilled and recurved at the mouth.
By far the best all-yellow in its price
class. Universal favorite tor cut flower

trade. $3 for 35c; $1.25 doz.; 50 for $5.00.
LAURENS KOSTER. (Poetaz) Creamy white

perianth and lemon yellow cup, usually
5to 7 onastem. An old standby and the
best white poetaz for forcing. 3 for 30c;
$1.00 doz.

LOVENEST. (Pink Trumpei) This is among
the daintiest of all trumpets; perianth is
white, star-shaped and overlapping. The
white trumpet is nicely recurved at the
mouth. Mouth of trumpet gradually turns
shell pink as flower develops. 40c each;
3 for $1.00; 12 for $3.75.

MOONSHINE. (Triandrus) A beautiful hy-
brid with star-shaped, creamy white
flowers, often three to a stem, drooping
gracefully. A great favorite for the rock
garden. 20c each; $2.00 doz.

MRS. R. O. BACKHOUSE. (Pink Trumpet)
This is the famous ‘Pink Trumpet Daffo-
dil’. Fine informal perianth of ivory white
and beautifull proportioned; slim, long
trumpet of apricot pink, turning to deeper
pink at deeply fringed edge. Delicately
beautiful but of exceptional substance;
long lasting. $1.50 each; 3 for $4.00;
$15.00 doz.

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Tulips, Daffodils, Dutch and English Iris

COOLEY’S GARDENS
SILVERTON, OREGON

BEARDED IRIS

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SILVERTON, OREGON

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ACTUALLY LIKE THIS PICTURE

Truly magnificent varieties of comparatively re-
the very ones that have
been awarded the coveted Dykes Medals and
other awards of the American Iris Society ...
plants
which are actually whoppers, loaded with in-

THOUSANDS OF PLANTS

Cent introduction. . .

in a striking assortment of colors

Crease.

We have a great surplus of these fine sorts—far
more than we need for our next year’s crop.
During September we transplant our entire
fields and for a limited interval we make this
superior stock available to your garden at bar-
gain rates. Take advantage of this rare oppor-
tunity . . . order several collections if you

choose!

‘1 = OFFER “A”
6
CALIFORNIA GOLD, super deep yellow..
GUDRUN, huge creamy white...........
CRYSTAL BEAUTY, very tall white......
IMPERIAL BLUSH, tall delicate pink......
BLACK DOUGLAS, velvety purple-black..
JEANICAYEUX, oddicofice tan. .2. 2.5.50.

Caicilloguvciltiozsn. sccm cons

FREE! If you assume express cost, the giant yellow,

“Treasure Island”, value 75c.

MARY COPELAND. (Double) One of the famous
varieties of the new semi-double type; this
variety has been termed the most striking
double in cultivation; the longer petals are
pure cream white, interspersed with shorter

petals of lemon and brilliant orange. 40¢ each:
$4.00 doz.

MI-CAREME. (Incomparabilis) A large flower
with perianth of citron yellow; large cup of
chrome yellow and nicely frilled. Very long
stems and very early; a most desirable flower
in every way. 15c¢ each; $1.50 doz.

MOULIN ROUGE. (Double) Very lovely double
Long primrose petals shading to cream down
the center with shorter deep orange petals in-
ter-mixed, giving a tri-color effect. Light citron
yellow overlapping perianth. $1.00 each.

MRS. NETTE O'MELVENY. (Leedsii) .A most
charming daffodil with a pure white perianth
and cup of clear lemon yellow, with orange
picotee. The splendid foliage, tall stems, and

good neck make it a most delightful flower.
3 for 30c; 12 for $1.00.
RED CROSS. (Incomparabilis) Famous through-
out the daffodil world. The large flower is car-
ried on long, strong stems. Flat opening peri-
anth of primrose yellow; cup is deep yellow
at the base, turning to deep orange at the
densely frilled edge. 20c¢ each: $2.00 doz.
SPRING GLORY. (Bi-color Trumpet) Trumpet of
pure yellow; perianth white and of good form.
The best bi-color in its type class for all-round
planting. 3 for 30c: $1.00 doz.; 25 for $2.00.

RED CROSS

SILVER STAR. (Leedsii) Perfectly broad petaled
star-shaped perianth of pure cream white, with
fine proportioned, wide mouthed trumpet of
primrose, changing to cream white, just a

peace deeper than the perianth. Produces
fine, large, hard bulbs, free flowering, with
ieee g stately stems. 20c each; $2.00 doz.

THE FIRST. (Yellow Trumpet) Perianth and
trumpet of sulphur yellow. A robust grower
and valuable as a cut flower variety, due to its
earliness. Deserving of its name. $3 for 35c;
$1.25 doz.; 50 co $5.00.

TEXAS. (Double) Very large full double. Golden
yellow and brilliant orange petals in alternate
layers. Blooms 4 inches in diameter on tall
stems. Robust grower and a giant among the
doubles. $1.25 each: 3 for $3.00.

JONQUILS

CAMPERNELLE (Single). Rich yellow fragrant flowers, two
to four on a stem. All Campernelle types have erect rush-
like foliage, are very effective mass
3 for 30c; $1.00 doz.

CAMPERNELLE ORANGE QUEEN. Two to three flowers on
a stem, of rich golden orange; cup prettily fluted. 3 for
30c; 12 for $1.00.

JONQUILLA SES The original sweet scented, single
Jonquil; three to five arming rich y . flowers to the
stem. A gem for the rockery; produ

od in beds or borders.

y tiny bulbs

which can be left undisturbed for years. 3 for 35ce;
$1.25 doz.

LADY HILLINGDON. A fine companion for Golden Sceptre
blooming earlier. Produces one, two and three rich butter

cup yellow flowers, on tall graceful stems. 30c each;
$2.50 doz.

EXHIBITION COLLECTION
DAFFODILS

John Evelyn Red Cross Glorious

Firetail Lovenest February Gold
Moonshine Actaea Lady Hillingdon
1 each, above 9 varieties, properly labeled.........$ 2.25
3 each, above 9 varieties, properly labeled......... 6.59
10 each, above 9 varieties, properly labeled......... 20.00

POSTPAID

ECONOMY COLLECTION
DAFFODILS

Emperor King Alfred Spring Glory

Diana Kasner Campernelle Laurens Koster
3 each, above 6 varieties, 18 bulbs...............$ 1.50
10 each, abo 6 varieties, 60 bul Rae ee eka s 4.85
25 each, above 6 varieties, 150 bulbs......... cease 50
DAFF cL ou Dias pee
BING ALFRED, the daffodil suprem: 1]
sizes), will PI loads of ri ich jolden yellow blooms for
cutting. in | in ground for several years; rapid
multiplie 5 Ibs. $4.0 00; 10 lbs. $7.00; 25 Ibs. $15.00; post-

paid.
APSO les GrOny eel SOS ee (MIXED).

Pe) ndl rietie tor small I SII
field run sizes. 5 Ibs. "$3. 50; 10 iby rey 00; 25 Ibs. $12. 00;
60 lbs. $30.00; postpaid.
MIXED DAFFODILS by 1
5 lbs. $3.00; 10 Ibs. $5. 00; 22 regs $12. 00: 60 ‘ibe: $25. 00.

(Average 10 to 15 bulbs to the pound

$yts Sova OFFER “B”
See:

HAPPY DAYS, largest light yellow....... 39
ROSY WINGS, rosy brown-red........... 135
SIERRA BLUE, perfect tall blue........... 205
NARANJA, a definite orange effect....... 35
SPOKAN, rich chestnut red-brown........ 35

Gatalog. values. «25... $1.75

FREE! Assume express charges and get the new
glowing coppery red iris "E. B. Williamson”,
value $1.00.

$2! OFFER “C”

COPPER eae the famous copper iris.. .40
JUNALUSKA, stunning red-copper blend.. .50
SNOWKING, giant of hardy whites....... .40
GOLDEN TREASURE, cream yellow & gold .75
MISS CALIFORNIA, big deep pink....... Ag fs)
ALINE, one of the bluest of irises......... 25

Catclogrvalucsssssas $3.05

FREE! Pay the slight express charges and we
will include the lovely yellow ‘Fair
Elaine”, value $3.50.

$2 POSTPAID ees
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eae GOLD. the deep yellow.... .25
HAPPY DAYS, largest ligh ' yellow....... BS fs)
SIERRA BLUE, beautiful tall blue......... 335
NARANJA, orange in cane Fe eee «39
ROSY WINGS, rosy brown-red........... Be fe)
GUDRUN, gigantic cream-white.......... WAS
NOWETA, ruffled delicate pink.......... “As
SHINING WATERS, fine clear blue....... 35
GOLDEN LIGHT, cinnamon blend........ 25
SHAH JEHAN, rich oriental blend......... “29

Catalog value..... . 63.00

FREE! Instr ict us to send this col oe on express
collect and ‘Treasure Island’ and it nthe. a
1 huge very late violet with white Beard 1, will
included gratis.

10 for $1

PhOus: 1.P7A 1 D

OFFER “X”

10 EXCELLENT IRIS, all modern, all diffe
but not labeled, worth from 25 cents to $]
FREE! A $1 iris of r own selection, la
if you will assume express charges.

ENGLISH IRIS

DUTCH IRIS COLLECTION

12 each of the listed 4

25 each of the listed 4 v

POSTPAID
voricties, «48, bulbs\fsehisncc eee aoe oe $2.25
arieties), LOO bullbs%-. anu No-ac cetates ceteris 4.00

Iris from Bulbs

ENGLISH IRIS

If you have never grown this beautiful Iris, try a few bulbs; you
will be delighted. They thrive in any ordinary garden soil,
multiply very rapidly, and are unexcelled for cut flowers. They
bloom in late June and early July. Need some protection in
severe climates. Plant about 4 inches deep, during September.
Of all the bulbous Iris, these are our favorites. A bouquet of these
lovely flowers will be found as strikingly beautiful in color as
many of the sumptuous erchids. Make lovely corsages.

FASCINATION. Delicate orchid color. 3 for 35ce; $1.25 doz.

KING OF BLUES. Deep velvety blue, sometimes flecked darker. 3 for 35c;
$1.25 doz.

OTHELLO Dark velvety purple-wine, very richly colored. 3 for 35c; $1.25 doz.

TRI-COLOR. Orchid standards and light blue falls with white spot. Outstand-
ing, and as nice as any orchid. 3 for 35c; $1.25 doz.

MIXED ENGLISH IRIS. 12 for $1.00; 25 for $1.75; postpaid.

DUTCH IRIS

This group of Bulbous Iris is of recent introduction. They are very
superior to the old Spanish types; having more substance, bloom
earlier, and stems are longer. The brilliancy and purity of color
of these orchid-like flowers is unsurpassed. As cut flowers they
remain in good condition for a remarkable length of time, and in
the garden have a blooming range of about six weeks. Although
they are very hardy, a mulch will be beneficial in extreme cli-
mates. Plant 5 inches deep.

IMPERATOR. Later blooming than the true Dutch irises, connecting them with
the Spanish. Deep blue standards and falls. Large, free flowering and a
vigorous grower. 60c doz.

WEDGEWOOD. This light blue iris is especially popular because of its early
flowering—two weeks or more earlier than any of the other varieties. Not
recommended for any sub-zero climate. Large flowers of bright Wedgewood
blue. Strong heavy stems. 60c doz.

WHITE EXCELSIOR. 22’. Uniform pure white, falls very broad with yellow
strive. 60c per dozen.

YELLOW QUEEN. 28’. Clear golden yellow. Unexcelled for cutting. 60c doz.

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