OLDS’ SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS 
DAHLIAS 
BASHFUL GIANT. (Decorative.) This is one of the 
largest Dahlias ever introduced. Because of its large size 
the flower tilts giving it the appropriate name. It is of 
great merit because of its beautiful color, an apricot with 
gold shadings. Each, 25c; 3 for 60c, postpaid. 
BARBARA REDFERN. (Decorative.) A prolific bloom¬ 
er of blooms measuring as large as 10 to 12 inches. The 
/ face of this mammoth flower is a glistening old gold in 
color with the reverse of the petals a delicate old rose; 
since the petals curl, both colors show at the same time, 
producing a warmth and richness in decorative effect. 
Each, 30c; 3 for 75c, postpaid. 
ELINOR VANDERVEER. (Decorative.) An incom¬ 
parable Dahlia of exquisite beauty and of great size and 
depth, having every desirable . quality. Color, a rich, 
glowing, satiny pink. One of the earliest to flower. Each, 
25c; 3 for 60c. postpaid. 
HALO. (Decorative.) The light sulphur Jersey Beauty; 
excellent habits in every way; splendid stem, clear, beau¬ 
tiful color; free blooming and a lasting cut flower. Each, 
25c; 3 for 60c, postpaid. 
JANE COWL. A massive decorative; color glistening 
bronze-buff and old gold. Flowers measure 10 inches 
across. A stem of unusual strength holds the giant flower 
erect over a plant of ideal growth. Each, 30c; 3 for 
75c, postpaid. 
JEAN KERR. (Decorative.) A good commercial white 
Dahlia much used by florists and in gardens where cut 
flowers are desired. Good grower, dependable and popu¬ 
lar. Each, 20c; 3 for 50c, postpaid. 
JERSEY’S BEACON. (Decorative.) A universal 
favorite as an exhibition and garden flower; color is a 
Chinese scarlet with a paler reverse, giving it a two-toned 
effect. Flowers are large and, globular in shape. The plant 
is a vigorous grower, having splendid insect-resisting foli¬ 
age. Each, 25c; 3 for 60c, postpaid. 
JERSEY BEAUTY. (Decorative.) One of the finest 
of all Dahlias. A beautiful shade of pink that can hardly 
be described in words. The flowers are large and carried 
high above the foliage on long, wiry stems. A wonderful 
keeper and excellent for exhibition or commercial pur¬ 
poses. This variety has been awarded many prizes and 
medals. Each, 25c; 3 for 60c; 6 for $1.10, postpaid. 
JUDGE MAREAN. (Decorative.) This giant is produced 
on long, heavy stems. The plant is vigorous and free 
blooming. The flowers are full and massive and the petals 
heavy. A glowing salmon pink, with tints of orange and 
gold. Each, 30c; 3 for 75c, postpaid. 
KATHLEEN NORRIS. (Decorative.) Awarded First 
Prize for best flower at four greatest Eastern shows fall 
of 1928. Color, true rose pink, later deepening to mallow 
pink. Gigantic bloom, broad petals overlapping, with 
twisted ends. Full center, very long stem, foliage dark 
green and insect proof; a great bloomer and an excellent 
keeper. Each, 50c; 3 for $1.45, postpaid. 
MONMOUTH CHAMPION. (Decorative.) A brilliant 
orange flame glistening in light. One of the new favor¬ 
ites. A good producer of perfect blooms through entire 
season. Each, 60c; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. 
Olds’ Finest Mixed Dahlias. 
Mrs. I. De Ver Warner. 
KENTUCKY. (Decorative) A brilliant light salmon 
orange shading to orange yellow at the base and deepening 
to grenadine pink on outer petals. It is a sport of Jer¬ 
sey Beauty credited with all its habits and practically 
blight and stunt proof. Flower is larger than Jersey 
Beauty and a real delight in every respect. Each, 35c; 
3 for 90c, postpaid. 
MARGARET WOODROW WILSON. (Decorative.) An 
exhibition type decorative of large size and great beauty. 
Color is an opalescent pink; face of petals creamy white; 
reverse phlox pink. Strong upright stems; dark green 
foliage, medium height. Each, 30c; 3 for 75c, postpaid. 
MRS. I. DE VER WARNER. (Decorative.) Probably 
the most popular variety grown today. A solid deep 
mauve pink or orchid. Long stiff stems and excellent for 
cut flowers. Flowers often measure 10 inches across. 
Each, 20c; 3 for 50c, postpaid. 
MRS. CARL SALBACH. (Decorative.) A well-known 
California variety with long stems, known everywhere. It 
is largely used in decorative work; a large flower of a 
bright lilac pink shading lighter at base of petals, some¬ 
times described as mauve pink. We recommend it for 
any garden. Each, 15c; 3 for 35c, postpaid. 
RED STAR. (Semi-Cactus.) A medium large bloom of 
beautiful cardinal red and fine form; bush is very thrifty 
and produces abundance of long stemmed blooms. Each, 
60c; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. 
SAGAMORE. (Decorative.) A large saffron yellow, 
perfect form flower, tinted bright red. A free-flowering 
variety of sturdy habit. Flowers average 8 inches in 
diameter. Each, 20c; 3 for 50c, postpaid. 
SANHICAN’S BLUEBIRD. (Decorative.) A near blue 
bloom of gigantic proportions and perfect form, whose 
outer petals at maturity are bright violet blue, while the 
center retains the violet tint. Each, 25c; 3 for 60c, post¬ 
paid. 
THOMAS A. EDISON. (Decorative.) Royal Purple 
named for the famous Electrical Wizard with his approval. 
Staghorn petal formation, insect resistant foliage, cane 
stiff stems, thrifty growing habits, is the report on this 
new Dahlia from high sources. Each, 50c; 3 for $1.25, 
postpaid. 
OLDS’ FINEST MIXED DAHLIAS 
iA mixture of choice named varieties showing every 
shape, siza and color to be found in Dahlias. 3 for 
25c; 6 for 45c; 12 for 80c; 50 for $3.25, postpaid. 
TIGRIDIA PAVONIA BULBS 
(Mexican Shellflower.) 
Here is a new flower for your garden that will produce 
a riot of color in August and September. The long, slender 
buds unfold into a gorgeous triangular flower of many 
vivid shades of scarlet. The flowers are formed by three 
long, broad petals extending from a central cup overlaid 
with three short petals of contrasting colors richly spotted. 
A rare novelty for your garden. Grows the same as 
Gladiolus bulbs. Bulbs, each, 15c; 3 for 35c; 12 for $1.20, 
postpaid. 
