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BALLEGO’S GLOR Y—F.D. A beautiful Dahlia much admired for 
its distinctive color, which is mahogany red with gold bordered petals, 
The shadings vary somewhat with weather conditions. Medium in 
height and compact in growth. 
BARBARA WEAR—I. D. Lovely pinkish-lavender blooms with 
a shading of Primrose. Large, well-formed and long stemmed. 
CONGRESSMAN WOLVERTON—I. D. Bright salmon-pink. 
Strong grower with long stiff stems. 
COPPER KING—I. D. Gorgeous, massive, large blooms with the 
face of the petals copper and yellow and the reverse a bright red tint. 
EASTERN STAR. Color, a brilliant saffron yellow with old gold 
shadings. Flowers formal, of great substance, with good keeping 
qualities, are produced on erect, strong stems. 
ELIZA LONDON SHEPARD—I. D. The most beautiful golden- 
orange of its type in cultivation. Exquisite form, full center, stems 
perfect, free bloomer. 
FORT MONMOUTH—I. D. A wonderful giant variety. The 
color is a rich crimson-maroon with a hue of bluish violet at the tips 
of the petals. 
FRAZIER—F. D. Glowing Oriental red-tipped yellow, with yellow 
at the base of the petals. It is a very good keeper as a cut flower, 
blooms average 8 inches across, the plant is dwarf. 
GLORY OF MONMOUTH—F. D. Its vigorous, compact growth 
and free-blooming qualities make it an ideal specimen plant. Its 
color is most pleasing, a soft salmon-pink. 
GRAF ZEPPELIN—F. D. One of the strongest and tallest 
growing Dahlias in cultivation. Its flowers, which are often 8 inches 
across, are pure white, of perfect formation, with full centers. 
HARRIET HOCTOR—I.D. A very satisfactory Dahlia of wonder- 
ful size and color. The stems tip a little in the extreme heat with the 
weight of the flower. Color, bright mauve with magenta shadings, 
giving a bright purple effect. Bushes strong and healthy. 
JANE COWL_1. D. An impressively beautiful Dahlia. The 
color is warm buff and old gold, blending to apricot and rose in the 
center. The plant is vigorous, the stems are strong. 
JERSEY’S BEAUT Y—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’S SWEETHEART. A dainty attractive pink, shading 
to white in center. 
KATHERINE KELLY—F. D. Reddish tan shaded maroon. 
Price, strong divided roots, 50c each; $5.00 doz. Set of 30 Standard ‘‘Decorative’’ Dahlias for $12.00. 
MINIATURE DAHLIAS 
The introduction of the Miniatures opens up a new field of usefulness for Dahlias. They are extremely 
attractive in the garden; the plants grow 24% to 3% feet high, they are covered with flowers over a long 
period during the summer. (See illustration.) 
BABY ROYAL. (West.) Bush, 3 ft. A gem 
ELIZA L, SHEPARD 
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KATHLEEN NORRIS—I. D. 
pink with creamy-pink center has been on the market for a number of 
Although this lovely soft, rose- 
years, it is still the leading pink. Its petals are broad and overlap 
each other. The blooms are held erect on long-strong, stems. The 
plant is vigorous and of medium height. When grown for exhibition 
it will produce blossoms ten inches across. 
KENTUCK Y—F. D. Possesses all the favorable qualities of the 
famous Jersey Beauty, from which it is a sport. Its color is pink, 
with a blending of yellow and gold, resulting in a lovely salmon pink. 
MARMION—I. D. An attractive large golden yellow with bronze 
suffusion. The petals are gracefully waved and curled: free blooming. 
MONMOUTH CHAMPION—F. D. A very large brilliant scar- 
let-orange on long, stiff stems. A very fine dahlia. 
*MRS. I. DE VER WARNER. Very large, beautiful flowers of 
fine form and substance. The color is rich, rosy mauve. It isa very 
free bloomer, with long stems. Valuable for cut flowers. 
OMAR KHAY YAM—F.D. A sensational variety; the unusual color- 
ing—Chinese red at base of petals, shading to bright orange and tipped 
lighter—make a wonderful soft color effect; tall, healthy grower. * 
OYSTER BAY BEAUTY—F. D. A magnificent deep rich red 
with maroon shadings. The plant is vigorous and free blooming. 
QUOTA. A ball-shaped Dahlia that is admired by all who see 
it; a pure, glistening white flower on long stems. Keeps a long time 
when cut. 
SAGAMORE. This Dahlia is a wonderful exhibition variety. 
Color, amber gold, shaded with salmon-rose and orange-buff. Flowers 
of large size, and a good keeper when cut. 
SANHICAN PEACH—TI. D. Color is best described as the shade 
of a ripe California peach, with a real peach glow. Petals twist, re- 
sembling a stag horn. Stems are straight. Good habit. 
SOMERSET. A charming combination of salmon and old rose; 
an informal and graceful flower. Plant very vigorous. 
THE EMPEROR—I. D. A wonderfully rich shade of velvety 
maroon. Large flowers on long stems. 
THE WORLD—F. D. Outstanding for its superb color, a rich, 
deep rosy-magenta overlaid garnet with silver shadings. 
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; they are 
carried on strong stems and the foliage is large and insect-resistant. 
TREASURE ISLAND—F. D. Color, bright apricot with gold 
and rose suffusion, giving it a perfect autumn color. Bush is strong. 
Delivered transportation paid. 
A Bowl of 
SMINIATURES 
for any garden, of salmon pink shaded apricot 
with yellow at base of petal. Winner of several 
awards. 
BABY SAGAMORE—M. F. D. (New.) This 
we consider as near a 100% perfect Dahlia as 
any grown. It isa very free bloomer, with excellent 
long stems and a golden yellow color that is always 
popular. It will cut more blooms per plant than 
any other variety and continue in bloom from 
early season until frost. A great prize winner, 
and has been awarded a Certificate of Merit. 
Price, strong division, 7Sc. 
BISHOP OF LANDAFF. A miniature duplex. 
The brilliant scarlet flowers stand gaily above the 
bronzy-red foliage. Excellent for landscape work. 
BLUE BIRD—M. F. A unique Dahlia in that 
it being nearest to blue in the small Dabhlias. 
Color, a distinct bluish-lavender. 
CORALLETTE—M. F. D. (New.) A pure, 
one-tone light coral pink. An outstanding minia- 
dahlia. The stems are long and stiff, and the blooms 
are remarkable keepers, making it very popular 
for cutting. 
Price, strong division, $1.00. 
ECLIPSE, JR.—M. F. D. Light orange, 
shading to deep orange at center. One of the most 
perfect miniatures produced to date. 
SANHICAN’S SWEETHEART. Pale apricot, 
suffused with shrimp-pink. 
TEDDY JOHNSON. A formal, decorative 
miniature of great charm, a pleasing rose pink, 
shaded white. 
THE DEBUTANTE—M. F. D. (New.) Here 
is a small miniature that is decidedly different 
both in its unique formation of bloom and quaint 
blending of colors. Formed much like a Gardenia, 
with gracefully rolled petals of creamy yellow, 
with a delicate suffusion of soft, rich rose, produc- 
ing an effect of brightness and charm. 
Price, strong division, $1.50. 
Price for any of the above, except where specially noted, strong divisions, 50c each; $5.00 doz. 
Special Offer: Set of 9 Miniatures, $5.50. 
Dahlia Roots are Delivered Transportation Paid. 
