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Albert A. Brown & Sons 
Dahlia Seed 
Wonderful dahlias may be grown from seed and the plants will bloom 
the first season, making as large bushes as if grown from roots. 
It must be borne in mind that the seedling dahlias will be entirely new 
varieties, and while some may resemble the parent plant, there will always 
be differences, and in many cases there will be no resemblance whatever to 
the parent. However, it is just this uncertainty that makes the growing of 
seedlings so interesting and there is always the possibility of developing a new 
variety which will be superior to any we have as yet; final perfection of the 
dahlia has by no means been attained. 
The climatic conditions in Southern California are such that the seed 
produced here is superior to that grown elsewhere. We have an exceptionally 
long growing season, and for this reason it is not necessary to harvest the 
seed until late in the year. This condition allows the best and most double 
varieties to form seed, which is not possible in localities where the growth is 
stopped earlier in the season. 
SPECIAL GRADE 
Our Special Grade seed is gathered from varieties that have established 
an enviable record for good seedlings, and from new novelties. 
Mixed seed, $2.00 per 100 
EXTRA SELECTED SEED 
This seed is gathered from all double varieties and has no pompon, col¬ 
larette, or single dahlia seed included. Mixed seed, $1.00 per 100 
POMPON SEED 
Our pompon seed is gathered from varieties that are the most prolific 
bloomers and have the best habits, and stems. Mixed seed, 75c per 100 
BALL TYPE SEED 
This seed is gathered from strictly the ball or show type dahlia. 
Mixed seed, $1.00 per 100 
A FRAGRANT NOVELTY FROM FRANCE 
This is a new single novelty which we imported from France last spring. 
These are small single flowers, very sweetly scented. Orange and scarlet colors 
predominate. Seed, 75c per 100 
Hyb rid Delphinium Seed 
The tall spikes have well placed flowers that are single, semi-double, and 
•double. The colors range from azure blue, Chinese blue, two-toned and rich 
dark blue, sometimes flushed with pink and orchid tones. The spikes are very 
tall, stiff and wiry. 
We are herewith printing instructions for the planting of seed and the 
handling of the small plants. 
Sow the seed from February to October, according to the climate. Level 
the soil in the flats, making rows three inches apart and % inch deep. Plant 
the seed Y\ inch apart, barely cover the seed. Assure yourself of good drainage 
in the bottom of the flats. Then water with a fine spray, and avoid washing of 
the soil. Do not allow time for the soil to dry as that is the cause of 75% of 
the failures in seed germination. After fifth or sixth leaf appears the plants 
.are ready to pot or place in the garden. 
The seed is available in light and medium blue shades. 
Per pkt., 50c 
