[ Autograph ] Luther Burbank 1849-1926 American scientist and horticulturist who developed new strains of fruits, berries and vegetables, and the Shasta daisy as well. Fine content T.L.S. concerning horticulture on his letterhead, 1p. oblong 8vo., Santa Rosa July 25, 1924 In part: "...the foxglove does not commonly bear the big hollyhock like flower at the top, but there is a variety advertised in England that produces always that big blossom. I have raised a few of these myself By saving the seed from this one you willprobably get more of the same kind...' Mounted, with a small full- length photo of Burbank affixed to blank lower-left corner, all of which would display well.