
ee Cactus, Pompon and Trial Grounds Mixture of dahlias are offered on the following page. 159 
Decorative Dahlias 
The decorative dahlias are intermediate between the show and cactus 
types: Petals usually are long, broad andopen. The flowers are large, 
and produced in a pleasing upright manner on long, stiff stems. They 
are unsurpassed for cutting as their lasting qualities are unequalled, 
and for exhibition purposes they are adapted in every respect. 
6 Extra Choice Dahiias for $1.75 
BESSIE BROWN. A large flower, rose colored shading to orange. 
It is a profuse bloomer, flowering early and continuing until frost. For 
garden decoration or for cut flowers, this variety is exceptionally good; 
it has size and beauty, and the flowers of perfect type are produced 
upon long, wiry stems, well above the foliage. 
25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $2.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
f EASTON. A fine variety as a cut flower or garden decoration. In 
color it is a brilliant Oriental or Turkishred. The flowers are of perfect 
form, and extremely free-flowering, being literally covered with blooms 
from early in the season until frost. A dahlia which should be in every 
garden. Strong and vigorous grower. 
25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $2.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
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JOHN WANAMAKER. The plant is a strong, vigorous and 
branching grower, producing flowers of a large size and remarkable 

























beauty; in color an exquiste shade of orchid pink, which softens as the 
flower develops. A variety which attracts universal attention. 
40 cents each; 2 for 75 cents; $4.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
LE GRAND MANITOU. Ofimmensesize. The color of this superb 
variety is pure white artistically striped, splashed and blotched deep 
violet-purple. The plants occasionally bear a solid purple-colored 
flower. The effect of these phenomenal flowers is most pleasing, giving 
this variety a supreme place in this class. 
E 30 cents each; 2 for 50 cents; $2.75 per dozen, postpaid. 
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MINOS. Intense velvety maroon, almos{ black. One of thefinest 
dahlias to date, the flowers being large and exceedingly beautiful. 
Makes an ideal cut-flower variety; in fact, it is fine for all uses. DAHLIA, EASTON,—A VARIETY OF BRILLIANT CoLor. 
25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $2.25 per dozen, postpaid. CEE ore > 
YELLOW COLOSSE. The best exhibition yellow in existence, 
we will send, postpaid, one each } 
being rich, refined and delicate. The large flowers of pure primrose- 
yellow are freely produced on long, graceful stems. 
For St Hf of the above 6 Named Extra 
40 cents each; 2 for 75 cents; $4.25 per dozen, postpaid. : Choice Decorative Dahilias. 
5 Select Decorative Dahlias for $1.25 
ENTERPRISE. A splendid flower of rich orange scarlet. Immense. YELLOW GRAND DUKE. Aureolin yellow with quilled petals. 




20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents; $1.75 per dozen, postpaid. Large, double flowers of good form which are borne erect on long, 
JACK ROSE. In color a brilliant crimson red, rich and glowing. stiff, wiry stems well above the foliage. Fine for cutting. 
20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents; $1.75 per dozen, postpaid. 25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $2.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
PRINCESS JULIANA. Itis perfect as an exhibition flower, ideal é Ne : = | 
- for garden decoration, and unsurpassed for cutting. The finest and | 
freest-flowering white decorative dahlia yet introduced. For $ 1 25 
50 cents each; 3 for $1.25; $4.75 per dozen, postpaid. we will send, postpaid, one each of the above 5 Named 
SYLVIA. Soft mauve pink, changing to white at the centre. Select Decorative Dahlias 


20 cents each; 3 for 50 cents; $1.75 per dozen, postpaid. 

Paeony Flowered Dahlias 
Peony flowered dahlias have broad, flat and quite irregular form of petals, 
semi-double; showing a beautiful golden yellow centre. Flowers appear early 
and continue in great profusion. Borneon long stems and are ideal for cutting. 
Their colors are rich, refined and delicate; whether for house or garden decora- 
tion nothing can excelthem. They resemble semi-double Japanese pzonies. 
LILACINA. Flowers large and full with broad petals. The-coloring is a 
beautiful, clear lilac. Stems long and stiff. Flowers hold up well when cut. 
40 cents each; 2 for 75 cents; $4.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
MIA. Exceptionally free flowering; extra fine scarlet flowers borne over a 
long season. A splendid variety for decorative use in the garden and equally 
desirable for cutting, Plants arestrong, upright and vigorous with long stems. 
60 cents each; 2 for $1.00; $5.50 per dozen, postpaid. 
QUEEN EMMA. The color, a charming shade of hollyhock pink, the Inner 
petals banded with gold, with an exquisite yellow centre combine to make the 
flowers most beautiful. Flowers have a pleasing and agreeable odor. 





F 25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $2.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
QUEEN WILHELMINA. Animmense, fluffy flower of pure, glistening white, 
f showing its golden yellow centre very prominently, which lends an additional 
[ . charm to this beautiful flower. Exceptionally free-flowering. 
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25 cents each; 3 for 60 cents; $2.25 per dozen, postpaid. 
For $1.25 
we will send, postpaid, one each of the above 4 Up-to-date 
Named Paeony Flowered Dahlias 






Prices of Dahlias in Quantity 
DAHLIA, PZONY FLOWERED QUEEN WILHELMINA. will be gladly given on any varieties listed. 

