1 6 THE DAHLIA. 



sometimes twisted at the tip. The} 7 are strong, vigorous growers, while the 

 flowers, which are beautifully borne on long, graceful stems, are soft, deli- 

 cate, and of largest size. The} 7 are highly prized for bouquets and decora- 

 tions on account of their superb colors and unique form. 



Single Dwarf Dahlias. Of strong, sturdy growth, and from eighteen 

 inches to three feet high. The flowers are medium to large, embrace the 

 full range of colors, and are extensively used for borders, bedding, massing 

 and banking. They are very profuse bloomers, sometimes as many as fifty 

 flowers being out at one time on a single plant. They are also largely used 

 for bouquets, decorations, and for specimen plants. 



Single Tom Thumb. These, like the Double Tom Thumb, are a race 

 of pigmies, growing but ten to eighteen inches high. They embrace a com- 

 plete range of colors, and are especially adapted for pot culture and all kinds 

 of bedding. The flowers are small, growing but one and a half to two and 

 a half inches in diameter, while some are beautifully variegated. The plants 

 are sturdy little fellows, and quite distinct and striking with their small, 

 brightly-colored flowers borne a few inches above the beautiful, serrated 

 foliage. Owing to their miniature size they are a very appropriate plant for 

 children's gardens ; and are quite interesting if planted for contrast along 

 side of the tall varieties. 



