Giant Hybrid Cactus Dahlia—Elizabeth Long —See Above 
Originated by Denver’s famous dahlia specialist, Mr. W. W. Wilmore, who describes this 
lovely dahlia as follows: 
“A giant plant, producing immense flowers on exceptionally long, erect stems. 
“Normally the flowers make a diameter of 8-9 inches. By disbudding they will easily make 
an 11-inch diameter. It is an early and continuous bloomer, in type a pronounced Hybrid Cactus. 
“The color combines many shadings, running through amber, pink, and bronze, a pleasing 
combination of autumn tints. Among its other good qualities it has proven an excellent vari¬ 
ety for cutting.” Each $1.00, prepaid. 
“EDITOR'S NOTE.” My objection to this new dahlia is that it’s much larger and lovelier 
than the splendid dahlia Mr. Wilmore introduced a few years ago and named for me. However, 
Wilmore knows his dahlias, which accounts for the more charming origination being named 
for daughter Elizabeth. So. all is forgiven. 
n^LI* J DONG’S SPECIAL MIXTURE. A good mixture. Pkt. 25c. 
uamia oeea LONG’S PROFESSIONAL MIXTURE. Seed saved from only the newer and 
finer varieties. Pkt. $1.00. 
NOTE. Dahlias from seed come mostly Peony flowered or Decorative types. 
DAHLIA POINTERS: Dahlia tubers should not be set out until nearly May 1st. Be sure 
to divide the clumps of last year, leaving a portion of the base of stem on each tuber, for It 
is at this part of the clump that the eyes are located, and each tuber must have an eye to 
grow. One eye is sufficient. Lay dahlia tubers flat when planting. Cover four or five inches. 
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