Archive image from page 15 of Currie Bros fifty-eighth year. Currie Bros. : fifty-eighth year 1933 curriebrosfiftye19curr Year: 1933 ( Page 12 CURRIE BROTHERS CO ASTER GIANT CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE MIXED The color in these new Asters is startlingly beautiful. A dual-tone effect is obtained through the contrasting tints of the disc-like center and the outer or guard petals. Grace- fulness of form is a distinguishing character- istic. The full centers of tabular, bifurcate petals surround the center, creating an airy, lace-like effect, which is altogether charm- ing. In color, the flowers may b
Archive image from page 15 of Currie Bros fifty-eighth year. Currie Bros. : fifty-eighth year 1933 curriebrosfiftye19curr Year: 1933 ( Page 12 CURRIE BROTHERS CO ASTER GIANT CALIFORNIA SUNSHINE MIXED The color in these new Asters is startlingly beautiful. A dual-tone effect is obtained through the contrasting tints of the disc-like center and the outer or guard petals. Grace- fulness of form is a distinguishing character- istic. The full centers of tabular, bifurcate petals surround the center, creating an airy, lace-like effect, which is altogether charm- ing. In color, the flowers may be described as varying shades of Bnchantress-pink, Ap- pleblossom, Deep-rose, Blue and Lavender, but the disc, sometimes light yellow, some- times blue, brings additional variety in tint. A bouquet comprising the complete ensemble of shades, presents delicate graduations of color as well as startling color contrasts which enchant the eye of the beholder. We feel confident this glorious new strain will be acclaimed a distinct acquisition to modem floriculture „ „...Pkt. 2Sc AMERICAN BRANCHING A beautiful class of Asters of strong and vigorous habit. The flowers are large and double with twisted petals and borne on long, strong stems, from midseason until late in fall. Crimson Blue Purple Deep Pink Lavender Shell Pink Rose Scarlet White Aster Giant California Sunshine Mixed Choice mixed colors, p1;t., 10c; !., $ CREGO'S GIANT COMET ASTER Our illustration can do but partial justice to this grand flower. The twisted and curled petals give the flower the appearance of a huge chrysanthemum. The flowers are very large, often measuring 5 inches in diameter. The strong, erect stems average 20 to 24 inches in length. Though the flowers are large they are produced in abundance. Crimson Light Blue Lavender Deep Pink Peach Blossom Violet Dark Blue Rose White Each, pkt., 10c; 3 pkts , 25c; 6 pkts., 40c. •pink GIANT COMET SALMON QUEEN This is a new color in Asters; it is the bright
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