B. F. BARR NURSERIES, LANCASTER, PA. 
Dahlias, Cannas, etc. 
SUMMER AND AUTUMN FLOWERING BULBS 
Some of the showiest flowering plants of the easiest possible culture comprise the 
Summer and Autumn-Flowering Bulbs. They prefer a sunny position and should only 
be planted after all danger of frost is over. This class includes such favorites as Gladioli, 
Dahlias, Cannas, Caladium and Tuberose. 
Plants of the correct age or bulbs of the proper size are requisite for best results and you can depend 
on us to furnish this kind. 
BARR’S SELECT 
DAHLIAS 
Out of the hundreds of varieties, many of which 
even an expert cannot distinguish apart, we have 
selected a number of the very best, and will furnish 
these in strong roots absolutely true to name. 
CACTUS DAHLIAS 
The Cactus type strongly resembles the Chrysan¬ 
themum, having long, narrow, pointed petals. 
Countess of Lonsdale. Pleasing blending of sal¬ 
mon-pink and amber. 25c. each. 
Esther R. Holmes. Pleasing mauve-pink; fine 
cut flower. 25c. each. 
George Walters. Rich, coppery old gold, buff at 
center. 35c. each. 
U. S. A. Rich orange; large size; good bloomer. 
50c. each. 
SINGLE DAHLIAS 
These have one circle of ray petals surrounding 
the disk, and resemble the Cosmos although larger. 
Crimson Century. Rich, velvety crimson. 25c. ea. 
DECORATIVE DAHLIAS 
The Decorative-type is always full to the center 
and inclined to be flat or massive. 
Jane Cowl. Deep massive blooms of orange buff 
and old gold, darker in center. Petals broad 
and slightly twisted. 75c. each. 
Jersey’s Beauty. Fine, large rose-pink. 25c. each. 
Jersey’s Rose. Luminous Tyrian rose with red. 
Patrick O’Mara. Soft orange buff, slightly tinged 
rose. 25c. each. 
POMPON DAHLIAS 
A small form of the show type. Especially de¬ 
sirable for cut flowers. 
Klein Doinitea. Bright, golden terra cotta. 25c. 
each. 
Snow Clad. Pure white. 25c. each. 
Culture of Dahlias 
Select a well drained position where the plants will 
receive the benefit of the sun the greater part of the 
day. Dahlias flourish best in a deep, loose, moist soil, 
and on sandy soil if plant food and moisture are 
furnished. 
Plant three feet apart, in rows, setting dormant roots 
out May 1 to 25, covering 3 inches deep. Started 
plants should not be set out until all danger of frost is 
over. After the plant has made two or three joints 
pinch out the center to make a bushy plant that will 
bear large blooms. 
After the first heavy frost, lift the roots and dry 
them in the sun; then shake off the dirt, trim off tops 
and broken parts and store in dry, cool cellar, same 
as potatoes. 
Six Dahlias of One Variety 
Cactus Dahlias (Fine for cut flowers) 
CANNAS 
Cannas are unexcelled for their gorgeous display 
of color lasting from planting time until frost. 
Planted in group masses they, make a brilliant 
show. Water liberally throughout the Ssummer. 
Strong, started plants, 5 to 8 in. high, out of 
4 in. pots. 
Apricot (3 ft.) Rich apricot shade, gold and coral 
center. $1.50 per doz. 
King Humbert. (4 ft.) Best bronze-leaved 
variety. Flowers orange-scarlet, flecked with car¬ 
mine. $1.50 per doz. 
Mrs. Alfred F. Conard. (4 ft.) Silvered peach- 
pink. $1.50 per doz. 
Richard Wallace. (4 ft.) Canary yellow. $1.50 
per doz. 
The President. (5 ft.) Rich, glowing scarlet flowers 
of immense size. $1.50 per doz. 
CALADIUM (Elephant’s Ear) 
Immense light green leaves producing tropical 
effect. Large bulbs, 30c. each, postpaid. 3 for 75c. 
TUBEROSE 
Long spikes of white, waxy, delightfully fragrant 
flowers on a stem 2 to 3 ft. high. Strong fresh 
bulbs, 10c. each; 60c. per doz., postpaid. 
Id at Five Times Each Rate. 
