DECORATIVE DAHLIAS. 
Recently Introduced 
and Standard Varieties 
They are the Prize and Praise Winners of the Honor Rolls 
1. D. Informal Decorative varieties. 
Henderson’s 
Newer Dahlias for 1950 
DIXIE WINE DOT—I. D. An exquisitely variegated Dahlia. White 
wavy petals, suffused, flecked and dotted rosy magenta. Strong plant; 
profuse and consistent bloomer. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.50 each; $15.00 per doz. 
JANE LAUSCHE—S. C. A new combination of Mallow purple 
with white tips. The exceptional qualities especially for a Cactus 
Dahlia are long slender, yet erect stems and flowers of large size measur- 
ing 9 inches across and 5 inches deep- 
Price, strong divisions, $2.00 each; $20.00 per doz. 
KIRSTEN FLAGSTAD—I. D. The large full flowers have slightly 
curled petals giving them a graceful and refined appearance. Color 
buff with gold and apricot shadings. Early and prolific. 
Price, strong divisions, $2.00 each; $20.00 per doz. 
LAKESIDE BEAUTY.—F. D. The color is a blend of rose and 
amaranth pink with cream center. The flowers are large and decidedly 
pleasing in effect. They are borne on long stems well above the foliage. 
Price, strong divisions, $2.50 each; $25.00 per doz. 
OGDEN REID—I. D. A real exhibition Dahlia of bright rose with 
gold shadings. An outstanding .Decorature variety that naturally 
grows big, producing show blooms with very little special attention. 
Price, strong divisions, $2.50 each; $25.00 per doz. 
SHERWOOD’S PEACH—I. D. Color orange apricot of a softer 
tone than Sunrays. Makes a rugged bush about 3 feet high with cane 
like stems and vigorous foliage. Does best when planted early. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.50 each; $15.00 per doz. 
Special Offer—One each of The Six Newer Dahlias 
described above $10.00 
F.D. Formal Decorative varieties. 
S. C. Semi-Cactus varieties. 
Chall longer roup 
OF FIVE PRIZE-WINNING 
EXHIBITION DAHLIAS 
Shown in Colors on Opposite Page 
In this group, we have combined five lovely Dahlias that 
should be found in every garden. It contains a beautiful range 
of colors, and forms which are not only superb in the garden, 
but also ideal for cut flowers. 
1. D DAY—F. D. Among the newer Dahlias this variety may well 
be considered of more than passing merit because of its pleasing 
bright rose color and fine form. Large flowers of great depth always 
full to the center. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each;$10.00 per doz. : 
2. GOLDEN PRINCE—I. D. A seedling of Jane Cowl, rich 
canary yellow blended with peach giving a general effect of Golden 
Bronze. It is a variety that responds to good culture and when dis- 
budded exceptionally large flowers may be had. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each; $10.00 per doz. 
3. GOLDEN ECLIPSE—F. D. The color is clear golden-yellow with 
slight blushes of salmon on some of the petals, shading to bright, rich 
salmon in the center. The flowers average from 8 to 10 inches in 
diameter. 
Price, strong divisions, 75c each; $7.50 per doz. 
4. MICHIGAN WHITE —I. D. A pure white flower, carried grace- 
fully well above the foliagee A splendid variety for cut flowers due to , 
its compact growth and free flowering habit. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00°each; $10.60 per doz. 
5. MONARCH—F. D. A big bold fiery red flower, double to the 
center, never showing the yellow stamens or immature green center. 
Its bright color, size, stem and keeping qualities make it a valuable 
variety for cut flowers. 
$ 4.00 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each; $10.00 per doz. 
Special Offer: THE CHALLENGER GROUP 
described above 
“DECORATIVE” DAHLIAS, STANDARD SORTS 
AVALON—F. D. Color a bright, sparkling yellow, clear and lustrous. 
The flowers are large and are borne profusely on long stems. 
BLUE ROSE—F. D. A beautiful variety of the Decorative type. 
Color a unique shade of light blueish rose. Free flowering. 
' Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each; $10.00 doz. 
CLASS—F. D. An exhibition tlower par excellence. It is one of the 
largest sulphur yellow formal Dahlias developed. This variety has been 
grown up to 15 inches. When fully open thé petals fall back toward 
the stem which adds much to the artistic appearance of the flower. 
COMMANDO—F. D. This superb new-comer has been highly 
acclaimed wherever shown. Its color is distinct and startling, it is 
_ variously. described as a lilac blue or phlox purple. The flowers are 
large and bold, and are produced on strong erect stems. The plants are 
unusually strong and vigorous and are easily grown. 
Price, strong divisions. $1.00 each; $10.00 per doz. 
DAHLIAMUM—I. D. A distinct new development in Dahlias. The 
- bushes are massive and spreading, making as much growth as three 
_ or four Dahlia plants normally would. In addition to its vigorous growth 
_ it is equally profuse in the production of flowers which are also very at- 
tractive, being a bronzy-apricot with a gold base. The flowers have a 
_ beautiful formation with long twisted petals that roll back to the stem. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each; $10.00 per doz. 
JAMES KIRBY—I. D. Its color may be described as a crimson- 
_ scarlet with ruby tones in the center, all perfectly blended to produce 
_a flower that almost scintillates like a rare jewel. In size the flowers 
average 8 inches or over in diameter, with a depth of 5 inches. 
JERSEY BEAUTY—F. D. The most popular cut flower Dahlia 
in cultivation because of its exquisite color and fine form. The color 
is a vivid, glowing pink. Large flowers of great depth. 
| JERSEY WHITE BEAUTY—F. D. It begins flowering early and 
continues throughout the summer. The flowers are pure glistening 
white, of perfect formal design, with perfect centers. 
JIM MOORE—I. D. Here is a fine grower that produces large 
blooms of a yellow and gold blend. A fine dahlia. 
LEAH PEARL—F. D. Creamy yellow center with outer petals 
suffused delicate pink. Bloom 6 x 4, bush 51% feet. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each; $10.00 doz. 
MARY ELLEN—F. D. The color is a violet rose, with considerably 
more pink than lavender. Flowers attain wonderful exhibition size. 
Mid-season bloomer. 
MID WEST CHAMPION—I. D. This is truly a champion in all 
respects. The huge informal blooms are of a glistening violet rose in 
color and have. long stiff stems. The plants are tall, vigorous growers 
and hold the-attractive blooms well above the foliage. 
MRS. JAMES ALBIN—F. D. Bloom 6 x 3, bush 5 feet. Soft lemon 
yellow. Strong bush and excellent foliage. 
MRS. WM. S. 
to beat as it already has a fine record as 
to 12 inch blooms. 
Price, strong divisions, $1.00 each; $10.00 per doz. 
SUNRAYS—I. D. In color it is a clear buff, suffused apricot with a 
distinct peach red on reverse side of petals. The bush grows to a height 
of 41% feet, flowers measure up to 11 inches. 
THE WORLD—F. D. Bloom 9 x 4%, bush 5 feet. The color is 
rich, deep rosy magenta, over-laid garnet, with silver shadings on 
edges of petals. Full, perfect centers. Stems erect and strong. 
THOMAS EDISON—F. D. An impressively beautiful Dahlia 
worthy of its distinguished name. Its color may be described as a 
royal purple. The flowers are large, of perfect formation. 
WATCHUNG GIANT—I. D. An exhibition variety that has a 
long list of winnings to its credit. The blooms are very large and are 
of a rich golden shade with a suffusion of orange cadmium. 
WHITE KING—F. D. A lovely snow white Dahlia of perfect 
formation. The medium size beautifully formed flowers are produced 
in abundance. 
WHITE WONDER—I. D. A strong growing variety, attaining a 
hite that will be hard 
a prize winner. Can be grown 
height fo about 514 feet. The flowers are pure white with Jong petals 
that are attractively twisted and curled. 
Price'of above strong divided roots, except where noted, 75c each; $7.50 doz.Special Offer: Complete Set of 20 Decorative Dahlias, $12.50 
Dahlias, History and Cultivation, is the name of our eight-page booklet, which gives complete cultural instructions, how to 
store roots, etc., sent with orders, if asked for. 
Henderson’s Dahlia Roots are Delivered Transportation Paid in the U. S. A. 
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