Disbudding is necessary il the largest DalUia blooms are wanted 



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Giant or Colossal Dahlias 



Tills phenomenal collection Includes the very largest colossal 

 dahlias lu existence; all are exhibition varieties of gigantic size. 



The following sorts are the latest and best varieties obtainable. 



Royal Dahlia Collection 



ATTRACTION. (Hybrid Cactus.) Large, elegant, full flower, of 

 a clear, lilac-rose. The habit Is perfect, with long, strong stems holding 

 the bloom stllT and upright. A very attractive variety. 



$1.00 each; S for $5.00; $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



KAIilF. (Hybrid Cactus.) A majestic flower, frequently measuring 



9 inches in diameter, and in color a beautiful pure glowing scarlet. 



The large flowers. are held erect on strong stems, making it an effective 



and useful sort for cutting. A variety that can be highly recommended. 



$1.00 each; 3 for $2.50; $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



YBI/L.OW KING. Another gigantic hybrid cactus; splendid for 

 cutting. A flne, pure yellow, passing to a lighter shade at the tips. 

 The stems are long, stlflT, and upstanding. The plant is a vigorous 

 grower and an early, prolific bloomer. A splendid Introduction. 

 $1.00 each; 6 for $5.00; $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



Dahlia American Beauty. 



5 Extra Fine Show Dahlias 



Show dahlias are large and round in shape. The outer petals In most 

 cases reflex to the stem and form a perfect ball-shaped flower. 



DOROTHY PEACOCK. The flowers are large and of a beautiful 

 clear, live, sea shell pink color that appeals to everyone. Extra flne. 

 50 cents each; 3 for 90 cents; $5.25 per dozen, postpaid. 

 ELiSIE DAVIDSON. The giant, perfect and graceful flowers are 

 borne on long, straight upright stems. The color is beautiful deep, gold- 

 en yellow, making it especially desirable for cutting. 



40 cents each; 3 for 73 cents; $4.35 per dozen, postpaid. 

 NORMA. A dahlia that should be grown by all flower lovers. Flowers 

 are large, perfectly quilled; an exquisite shade of live bright orange. 

 35 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $3.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



STORM KING. The most reliable white show dahlia to date. In 

 color, a pure white. Floweis produced on good stems, well above the 

 foliage. Remarkably early and free flowering. 



40 cents each; 3 for 75 cents; $4.35 per dozen, postpaid. 



STRADEliLA. Beautiful, deep purple crimson; the best of its color. 

 Exceptionally free flowering. The blossoms are borne on long stems. 

 35 cents each; 3 for $1.00; $3.75 per dozen, postpaid. 



For $1.75 



we will send, postpaid, one 

 eacli of the above 5 Named 

 Extra Fine Stiow Datilias. 



5 Pompon Dahlias 



Pompon dahlias are formed like the show type, the only dlflTerence 

 being the size of the flowers; they are small, round, miniature dahlias, 

 tut iTower more freely than any other class; fine cut flowers. 



AMBER Q,UEEN. Rich, clear amber, sbaded apricot. 



30 cents each; 3 for 50 cents; $3.75 per dozen, postpaid. 



DARKNESS. Dark maroon. 



35 cents each; $3.50 per dozen, postpaid. 

 FAIRY Q,UEEN. Sulphur-yellow, edged pink. 



30 cents each; 3 for 50 cents; S3. 75 per dozen, postpaid. 

 SNOW CI.AD. Pure white flowers. 



35 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $3.35 per dozen, postpaid. 

 SUNSHINE. Brilliant scarlet. 



35 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $3.35 per dozen, postpaid. 



For $1.25 



we 'tvill send, postpaid, one each of the 

 above 5 Named Pompon Dahlias 



WT^ d^O C/) ^*'* '*^*^^ send, postpaid, one root each 



f ^\f Jn / ■.ill ***^ til* above three extra choice and 

 * VTA ^*««V^V rar^ Dahlias. 



Novelty Dahlia Collection 



AMERICAN BEAUTY. (Hybrid Decorative.) The flowers are of 

 gigantic size and produced on long, heavy stems, well above the foliage. 

 The color of this acquisition Is a gorgeous wine-crimson. "American 

 Beauty" is the largest and best of its color in existence, and can be 

 highly recommended for garden, cutting or exhibition purposes. 

 60 cents each; 3 for $1.35; $4.75 per dozen, postpaid. 



BIANCA. We can rightly term this a model dahlia and feel sure it 

 will become a great favorite among all flower lovers. It is the most 

 free-flowering cactus dahlia in our gardens, having very long stiff wiry 

 stems, which is exceptional for a cactus dahlia. The flowers are borne 

 upright and well above the foliage. The coloring is a most beautiful 

 shade of rose lilac blending toward white at the centre; a most fascinat- 

 ing blending that is rare ,among dahlias. The flowers are of large size 

 and splendid hybrid cactus form. 



$1.00 each; 6 for $5.00; $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



MRS. ^VARNAAR. This fascinating variety appeals to every flower 

 lover, being a delightful waxy white, overlaid and blending to a very 

 delicate charming pink shade. The flowers are produced upon long 

 stlfl" stems well above the foliage, and the habit of the plant is all that 

 can be desired. One of the flnest cut-flower varieties in existence, of 

 gigantic size and true hybrid cactus type. 



$1.00 each; 6 for $5.00) $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



For $2.25 S 



we tvill send, postpaid, one root each 

 the three novelty Dahlias as offered 

 this collection. 



Superb Dahlia Collection 



HORTULANUS FIET. Wonderful new decorative dahlia. The 

 coloring of this variety Is exceedingly wonderful, a beautiful shade of 

 salmon e.xquisitely blending to yellow at the centre. This delightful 

 combination of color gives this variety a supreme place In our list. 

 $1.00 each; 3 for $3.50; $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



HORTULANUS WITTE. Remarkable new decorative dahlia. A 

 perfect wonder. Its remarkable qualities being excellent type, perfect 

 form, and purity of color. The flowers are borne in a miraculous pro- 

 lusion, upon long, stifl' stems, well above the foliage. The color is a 

 waxy, almost glistening pure white. A beauty in every particular. 

 $1.00 each; 3 for $3.50; $9.50 per dozen, postpaid. 



ROSE GEM. This new importation is one of the most popular of our 

 new garden varieties, having all the good qualities of a dahlia; colossal 

 size, long stems, exquisite color and free-flowering. The plants are tall 

 and sturdy. The coloring is entirely new In dahlias, a very delicate 

 shade of pink, with a distinctive silvery sheen, that adds greatly to this 

 new creation. Early in the Summer this variety Is a perfect decorative 

 with its full double flowers, but as the season advances it shows it, 

 golden yellow centre, which makes It fully as beautiful and fantastic. 

 $l.!a5 each; 5 for $6.00; $13.00 per dozen; postpaid. 



U^ <ff^ AA we will send, p< 



r or Si.uu i'.riv.t/e*'oTitc%z 



we will send, postpaid, one root each 

 erb Dahlias as offered 



Maule's Trial Ground Miirture of choice Dahlias contains 

 varieties of all types. They are offered on page 160. 



