Anna Benedict 
ANNA BENEDICT (Benedict-Dahliadel 86), ID, 1935, c g e, Bloom 9x5, Bush 5/ 2 ft. We are 
anxious to have this variety tried against any dark red as it is the most satisfactory red we have ever 
grown. First, the stem is always good even in wet weather. Second, the centers are always full even at 
the end of the season. Third, the color will stand full sunshine and not fade. Fourth, the substance will 
carry the blooms through a good rain and windstorm without battering. Lastly, the bush and foliage make 
a picture of health and vigor. The color is a rich deep garnet with black shadings and shadows at the 
center of the bloom. This dahlia was certified at Storrs, Conn., 1934, with the high score of all entries of 
86.6. We, therefore, feel confident you will be more than pleased with it in the garden, home, or on the 
exhibition table, as it was certainly outstanding in our exhibits and trials this fall. Early we placed this 
as a Formal and advertised it as such, but later in the season, it showed Informal and after checking up 
with the trial grounds, we find it is an Informal, although it is what you call a “border line” dahlia. 
Roots, $10.00; Plants, $5.00 
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