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PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS 
Collection of 12 Collai 
bcuiiiifitl i 
e Dahlia, 
■ types 
Collarette Dahlias 
This uniquely distinct class or type is rapidlj 
gaining in popularity. The flowers are single. 
If-^lLi . A # I with a row of smaller or collar petals around 
» the center. These collar petals arc general]: 
v f distinct in color from the rest of the flower. 
»?y ' '' The accompanying illustration of twclu 
varieties will show their forms and variations 
far better than words, and will he a pleasing J 
surprise to many who have not seen the * 
newer and larger type. We know these will 
f please you and add to the beauty and at- 
I U ■ tractiveness of your collection. 
New and Superb Collarette Dahlias 
Albert Maumene. Velvety crimson Each 
■ • ' ' ( purple, margined white, collarette 
• \/ white $ 25P 
VALTRO. One of the most striking 
new collarettes, a wonderful and ef- 
fective color combination. Rich crim- 
s***^ son shaded maroon, margined and tip- 
ped white ; collar petals white slightly- 
flushed crimson. New and distinct. l.OO 
Arden. Very rich and effective deep golden yellow 
blotched vivid orange crimson, collar pure yellow 50 
Comte. Chermeteff. Cream suffused red; light collar. .25^ 
Compte Nodler. Large, deep purple, white collar 25P 
Diamant. Very large, velvety violet, collar light rose; 
mwpp- ■■ ' very distinct and effective ' .75 
Dorian. Rich crimson, shaded maroon; collar white 
Or ■ suffused crimson 50 
ELGRAVE. Duplex collarette, most novel and ' ef- 
fective, with two or more rows of petals; rich 
pa vf-r-rir maroon > collar petals maroon heavily tipped white... .25 
l-AYtl It. Very striking and effective ; flowers are large brio-ht scar- 
let, with bright yellow collar petals. The plant is a strong vigorous 
grower, and free bloomer; most effective for garden and cutting. 50 
Maurice Kevoir. Rich crimson maroon ; white collarette '5 
Mme F. G. Bruant. Rich velvety maroon, with white collarette; large 
and fine ■ \: . : : rr..". ; 2'M 
Mons L Ferard. Rich rccy enmsen edged and marked white very 
large collar of same color 95 • 
Princess Louise An exquisite new variety; large,' 'carmine' and white • 
collar white suffused carmine 
Regularity. Color scarlet and white, most effective 'for all purposes' .' .' .' '. 25 
One each of 13 superb collarette dahlias described above for $4.5(L 
New and Superb Decorative Dahlias 
i}j. C ™ r }? h]e .. ™ He . Cti °" of r " ew . an d rare varieties that elicited the unbounded^ 
A. C. Ide. Very lar & _, 
garden and exhibition variety; an early and free 
bIoomer $ .50 
Amer.can Beauty. Very large, bright crimson; the 
giant tlowers are perfectly double with great depth 
and are borne on long stiff stems 
AYESHA. A wonderfully handsome, clear light yellow 
c ahha, that has attracted great attention. " The 
tlowers are of immense size; beautiful, regular form 
With large shell like petals, and borne on long stiff 
ems. the plant is a strong vigorous grower 'and a 
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for garden, 
. poses 
Bertha Von Suttner. 
petals, resembling 
chrysanthemum. . . 
John Wanamaker $2.50 per do 
enthusiasm of our thousands of visitors; some of the flowers are 8 and 9 inches 
across, all are large and the very best to date, 
rich velvety maroon ; a fine Each Break O' Day. A new giant flowered dahlia that should Each 
be 111 every collection. Its immense size is relieved 
by the beautiful irregular formation and its soft color. 
A delicate clear sulphur yellow, tinting to sulphur 
white at the tips. The petals are of great substance, 
illuminated by a satiny sheen, giving the tlowers a 
waxy appearance. A strong vigorous grower and 
uvv£li°' : ^lZ , ,y ]th long ' erect slems - An acquisition.. $1.00 
BREEZE LAWN. A grand variety of great promise, 
that is claimed to surpass Minnie Burgle, but it is dif- 
ferent and entirely distinct. A grand exhibition, 8 inches 
and over ,11 diameter, when properly grown. Color 
Vivid vermilion ; of splendid form and full center 75 
Chieftain. Clear, light red, heavily streaked and 
splashed canary yellow; some flowers all red- very v 
large and attractive " LOQl 
DR. TYRRELL. (See illustration, page 9.Y '6'riginatcd 
by K R. Austin, treasurer of the American Dahlia 
Society. The flower is substantial in form and prolific. 
We have had disbudded flowers more than eight (8) 
inches across. It is an immense flower, with a good 
sturdy stem and fine keeping qualities. The color is 
a rich golden bronze, with bronzy red at base of 
petals, giving the flower that rich bronzy effect. The 
two shades are most effective. The plant is a very 
sturdy, healthy grower, with dark luxurious foliage, 
showing its hardy constitution. Strong roots 40 
most profuse bloomer, considering its large' size. 
iixcellent *<■>» A — 
purposes 
exhibition and commercial 
- Beautiful soft mauve" pink, 
very large, plant is dwarf, an early bloomer 
1 f °! ,'«;,- , llme " Se S ' Ze; l ? e rich crimso " n ° w crs are of 
ste™ , lfu ' semi - cactu s form and borne on long stiff 
stems. This is one of the very best dahlias 
BLOEMHOVE. Anothe 
.50 
.35 > 
. immense flower that at- 
tracted attention, similar in form to Bertha Von 
Suttner, but a beautiful clear lilac rose color. The 
The'fnrn? uT^ ™*™*F . pTofusT bloomer 
ine torm is beautifully lrregula 
... with long reflex 
a huge broad leaved, reflexed 
t.75 for 25, $17.50 per 100. MaleVa fine bed planted 2\ ' 2 to 3 feet apart 
