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Perpetual Blooming Sweet Violets for Sale

This vintage advertisement from The Conard & Jones Company showcases a variety of "Perpetual Blooming Sweet Violets" available for purchase. The ad features detailed illustrations of different violet cultivars, including the New Double Russian Violet, Grand New Violet La France, and New French Violet Luxonne. It highlights their desirable qualities such as abundant blooms, rich colors, and fragrant scents. A special offer is presented for a "Complete Set of Eleven Beautiful Violets" for only 85 cents, postpaid, and a bargain offer of 21 plants for $1.00. This piece is a fascinating glimpse into historical horticultural sales and plant breeding.

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