On this Page we Offer a Selection of the Newest Dahlias 155 



Field Grown DAHLIA ROOTS 



Note. — When roots cannot be planted immediately upon arrival, they should be 

 unpacked and stored in a cellar where the temperature is about 55 degrees. Watch 

 them carefully and if they show signs of shriveling, cover them completely with 

 several thicknesses of newspaper, sprinkle the papers after they are on the pile. 

 If they show premature growth, it is evident that there is too much moisture and 

 means should be taken to reduce it. 



Cactus Dahlia Aubrey Davenport 



The color is pure white with just a suggestion of lemon yellow toward the center 

 as the flowers mature a fine, large, full flower. Price, field-grown roots, $1.00 each; 

 $10.00 per dozen. 



New Decorative Dahlia Edward M. Pairish 



Handsome, well-formed flowers of more than an average size, freely produced 

 on stiff stems held well above the robust heavy foliage. It is an atractive shade 

 of lavender mauve; a splendid keeper. Price, field-grown roots. $2 00 ca. ; $20.00 

 per dozen 



New Cactus Dahlia Enid 



The center petals are flat and almost black, while the outer petals are long and 

 rolled in true Cactus form. They are a pure scarlet which show up particularly 

 well under artificial light. The flowers are frequently 8 inches in diameter. {See 

 illustration.) Price, field-grown roots, $1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. 



Decorative Dahlia Jersey's Beauty 



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

 passing merit because of its exquisite color and fine form. The color is a vivid 

 glowing pink. Large flowers of great depth, always full to the center. Price, 

 field-grown roots, $1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. 



All Dahlia roots listed on this page are delivered transportation paid in the United 

 Stales or possessions. 



New Decorative Dahlia Joan of Arc 



The color is beautiful soft pink with lilac shadings, sometimes deepening to 

 violet toward the. margins. The petals are broad, the whole flower being graceful 

 in theextreme. Price, field-grown roots, $1 .00 each ; $10.00 per dozen. 



Decorative Dahlia Joppa 



The color is dark salmon rose blended with apricot and 



gold. It is a variety which responds to good culture, and 



when disbudded flowers measuring 8 to 10 inches in diameter 



may be had. The plant is vigorous, and the larg flowers are held 



erect on the strong, stiff stems Price, field-grown roots, 



$1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. 



Cactus Dahlia Lucy Ashton 



The color is light pink shaded with yellow at the base of the 

 petals. A good variety for cut flowers. Price, field-grown roots, 

 $1.00 each: $10.00 per dozen. 



New Decorative Dahlia Mabel Thatcher 



A Decorative Dahlia of remarkable form and substance. Its 

 attractive pale yellow flowers are held erect on stiff stems. Price, 

 field-grown roots, $2.00 each; $20.00 per dozen. 



New Decorative Dahlia Maryland 



A big bloom formed by many rows of perfectly formed petals, 

 giving it an unusually attractive appearance. The color is an 

 exquisite, shade of mauve suffused with flesh pink. Price, field- 

 grown roots, $1.50 each; $15.00 per dozen. 



New Hybrid Cactus Dahlia May Matheson 



Peculiar in form, long narrow petals rounded at ends, flat in 

 form with long wiry stems. Color is yellow, blending to apricot. 

 Price, field-grown roots, $1.00 each: $10. Of) per dozen 



Decorative Dahlia Rosa Nell 



One of the most striking and popular of the newer Dahlias. It is a favorite 

 with both cut-flower growers and exhibitors. Color clear bright rose. The 

 flowers are large and always full to the center. (See illustration.) Price, field- 

 grown roots, $1.00 each: $10.00 per dozen. 



New Decorative Dahlia SioUX 



A large strong growing plant, making good heavy stems with a fine large red 

 flower of excellent substance and keeping qualities. Price, field-grown roots, 

 $1.00 each; $10.00 per dozen. 



"/ wish to inform you that a flower from thf Hollywood Dahlia I bought of you took 

 Hrst prize at the Flower Show here this week." 



Mrs. Warner Snider, Leeshurg. Va. 



"1 have never seen prettier Dahlias than Patrick O'Mara. Judge Duncan, and 

 Joppa that J purchased from you. The Carinas also grew exceptionally well. 



Mrs. H. B. Burshem, Burlinghame. Cal. 



Special Offer. One each of the 12 Dahlias offered on this parfe for $12.00 . Delivered transportation paid. 



