I. D. 



DECORATIVE DAHLIAS 



They are the Prize and Praise Winners of the Honor Rolls 



Informal Decorative varieties. F. D. Formal -Decorative varieties. S. C. Semi-Cactus varieties. 



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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 — superb in the garden and for cutting. 



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. 



Strong divisions S1.00 each; 3 for $2.85; $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 exceptionallv large flowers may be had. 



Strong divisions: §1.00 "each; 3 for $2'.S5; §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. Strong divisions: 75c each; 3 for §2.00; §7.50 per doz. 



4. MICHIGAN WHITE— I. D. A pure white flower, carried grace- 

 fully well above the foliage. A splendid variety for cut flowers due to 

 its compact growth and free flowering habit. 



Strong divisions: S1.00 each; 3 for §2.85; §10.00 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. 



Strong divisions: $1.00 each; 3 for $2.85; $10.00 per doz. 



Special Offer: THE CHALLENGER GROUP 

 shown in color on opposite page 



$4 



.00 



Henderson's 

 Newer Dahlias for 1951 



DIXIE WINE DOT— I. D. An exquisitely variegated Dahlia. White 

 wavy petals, suffused, flecked and dotted rosy magenta. Strong plant; 

 profuse and consistent bloomer. 



Strong divisions: $1.50 each; 3 for $4.25; §15.00 per doz. 



GUILFORD'S RED — F. D. Color an extremely pleasing autumn 

 red. The abundance of large flowers makes this one of the most showy 

 and desirable of Dahlias. Strong divisions: §1.50 each; 3 for $4.25; 

 $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. 



Strong divisions: S2.00 each; 3 for $5.75; §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. 



Strong divisions: $2.00 each; 3.for §5.75; $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. 



Strong divisions: §2.00 each; 3 for $5.75; $20.00 per doz. 



SHERWOOD'S PEACH— I. D. Color orange apricot of a softer 

 tone than Sunrays. Makes a rugged bush about 3 feet highj\vith cane- 

 like stems and vigorous foliage. Does best when planted early. 



Strong divisions: $1.50 each; 3 for $4.25; §15.00 per doz. 



Special Offer — One each of The 

 Six Newer Dahlias described above §10.00 



"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 bluish rose. Free -flowering. 

 Strong divisions: $1.00 each; 3 for §2.85; $10.00 doz. 



CLASS — F. D. An exhibition flower 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 the 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. 



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. 



Strong divisions: §1.00 each; 3 for $2.85; $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 6x4 in.; bush 5}o feet. 

 Strong divisions: $1.00 each; 3 for §2.85; $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 6x3 in.; bush 5 feet. Soft 

 lemon yellow. Strong bush and excellent foliage. 



MRS. WM. S. KNUDSEN— I. D. A pure white that will be hard 

 to beat as it already has a fine record as a prize winner. Can be grown 

 to 12 inch blooms. 



Strong divisions: $1.00 each; 3 for §2.S5; $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 4)4 feet, flowers measure up to 11 inches. Strong divisions: §1.00 

 each;~3 for $2.85; $10.00 per doz. 



THE WORLD— F. D. Bloom 9 x 4J4 in.; 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 flowers are produced in abundance. 



WHITE WONDER — I. D. A strong growing variety, attaining a 

 height of about 5 34 feet. The flowers are pure white with long petals 

 that are attractively twisted and curled. 



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Any of the above, except where noted: 75c each; 3 for §2.00; §7.50 per doz. 



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Complete Set of 



20 Decoration Dahlias 



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