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A ATTVTAT TAJPTT 1\/TTT i\TT We se " on, J* Field-grown roots. Growing 

 Al\ IN UUiN L>£!jiVlJCjl>l 1 pl an t s of Dahlias do not travel well, be 

 sides the field-grown roots are more likely to give a larger and finer crop of flowers. 

 Our customers who have visited our stores during the season when Dahlias 

 were in bloom had the opportunity to see our exhibition of flowers cut from 

 our growing stock, and aU correctly labeled. Our large show windows and 

 spacious stores give us unequaled facilities for displays of flowers in 

 their season, and we cordially invite all, whether customers or not, 

 to visit us and take advantage of the opportunities given to see the 

 various varieties and compare them. Our employes are instructed 

 to afford every aid to visitors in making up lists and selecting 

 varieties, whether they purchase or not. All are welcome. 



NEW DECORATIVE 

 DAHLIA 



A. C. IDE 



This is a grand variety and one certain to be in demand, 

 especially for exhibition. The color is rich velvety maroon. 

 The flowers are large, of fine quality, and are produced freely 

 on erect stems Most of the petals are broad and flat, but 

 some of the back ones are twisted and curled, giving a 

 graceful finish to the flowers. {See engraving.) Price, 

 field-grown roots, 75c. each, S7.50 per doz. 



otw SahEa ative CALIFORNIA "<< 



Large, clear canary-yellow flowers, which are distinct and 

 pleasing. The habit is splendid long stems and fine foliage. It 

 blooms very freely. Price, field-grown roots, 75c. each, $7.50 

 per doz. 



NEW Sffi&Y™ CORRY 



The flowers are large and are produced very freely. The 

 color is a lovely combination of deep pink and pinkish 

 lavender. This is a variety that attracts attention where- 

 ever grown. Price, field-grown roots, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz. 



NEW PAEONY FLOWERED DAHLIA 



DIEMONT VAN BIJSTEIN 



The color is a most delicate lilac mauve with bluish 

 tints toward the edge of the petals. The flowers are 

 large and decidedly pleasing in effect. They are borne on 

 long stems of wiry stiffness well above the foliage. Fine for 

 cutting. The plant is a strong, healthy grower, averaging 

 about 5 ft. in height and bushy; an early and profuse bloomer. 

 Price, field-grown roots, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz. 



OTW SaSlTa^ 1 ™ MINA BURGLE 



A large flower of fine form; rich, luminous dark scarlet color. Exceptionally 

 free flowering. When well-grown the flowers average 6 inches across. These mag- 

 nificent blossoms, being well poised on strong stems, are unsurpassed as cut flowers 

 for vases and home decoration. Price, field-grown roots, 75c. each, $7.50 per doz. 



NEW Bahl r a vtive OREGON BEAUTY 



This is a variety that will be grown by Dahlia lovers for its rich color; an in- 

 tense oriental red with golden sheen and garnet suffusion. It produces its large 

 flow?rs on long stems in the greatest profusion. Price, field grown roots, 75c. 

 each, $7.50 per doz. 



FLo^ERErfDA'HxiA BERGH VAN HEEMSTEDE 



This variety U very showy, particularly under artificial light. The color is a 

 combination of yellow and lavender. The flowers are large, well formed and 

 produced on long stems. Price, field-grown roots, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 



THE CAPTIVATING COLLECTION OF DAHLIAS 



SHOWN IN COLORS ON OPPOSITE PAGE 



For garden decoration, for bouquets, vases, loose arrangement, home or individual adornment, the Dahlia holds high rank as a late 

 summer and autumn flower. Modern varieties are so diverse in size and habit that they can readily be found appropriate for any situation. 



The "Captivating Collection" shown in colors on the opposite page is, we believe, one of the best collections we have ever offered. All 

 are splendid varieties worthy of a place in any collection. "Dahlia Culture," an eight-page pamphlet free with each collection. 



No. 1 de 5ah^ ive GOLDEN WEST 



This might well be called the Chrs'santhemum Flowered Dahlia as in form 

 it resembles the finest Chrysanthemums. The color is a pleasing, bright, clear, 

 canarj yellow. The flowers are from 5 to 6 inches in diameter, very double and 

 never show the center. Price, field-grown roots, 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 



No. 2. ^EaSiS™ NANCY MAE 



Among the newer Cactus Dahlias this variety may well be considered of more 

 than passing merit, because of its exquisite color and fine form. The flowers are 

 intense scarlet with maroon shadings enhancing the richness of coloring. Large 

 flowers of great depth, always fall to the center. Price, field-grown roots, 50c. 

 each, $5.00 per doz. 



No. 3 ^hllT 5 ALPENROSE 



A charming variety of the popular Cactus type. The flowers are large with 

 petals gracefully quilled and curled. Color aniline pink. Long, wiry stems hold 

 the flowers well above the foliage; a splendid variety for cutting. Price, field- 

 grown roots, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 



No. 4. NEW B A hl?a ative AUGUSTA NONIN 



A big, bold, fiery red flower, double to the outer, never showing the yellow 

 stamens or immature green. They keep remarkably on the plant. This variety 

 . is unsurpassed for cut flowers because of its splendid color, size, stem and keep- 

 ing qualities. Price, field-grown roots, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 



No. 5. flSred^hlia Hon. R. L. BOBDEN 



A large Paeony-flowered Dahlia of beautiful form and splendid size. Its 

 graceful, rich golden-bronze- flowers stand well above the foliage on long, stiff 

 stems. A strong, branching grower and profuse bloomer, tine for cutting. Price, 

 field-grown roots, 30c. each, 33.00 per doz. 



SPECIAL OFFER 

 "The Captivating" Collection of Five Splendid 

 Dahlias, Field-Grown Roots. S2.00 



If Wanted by Parcel Post Add Postage at Zone Rate; Packed Weight, 6 Lbs. per Dozen. 



