JESSIE L. SEAL C A T A L O G U E — 1 9 3 6 
DAHLIAS 
SEAL'S 1936 
CALIFORNIA GIANT DAHLIAS 
KING ALFRED (Seal) —Informal Decorative. 
Immense, full, velvety blossoms of a color resembling that of a rich, red 
ruby inclining toward crimson. The long silver-backed petals turn and 
swirl showing the silver lining, making an unusual and delightful new 
two-toned color combination of ruby and silver. The flowers of great 
substance and depth can be easily grown to a diameter of twelve to four¬ 
teen inches. The immense blooms, on long stiff stems, face you. The 
centers are perfect and hold to the end of the season. The plant is of 
medium tall height and vigorous growth. The flowers are excellent keep¬ 
ers, and last for days, both on the plant and when cut. To those who love 
color this dahlia will bring hours of intense enjoyment. King Alfred has 
attracted more attention in our garden than any other dahlia owing to 
its great size and unusual color combination. Per root. $15.00 
CATHERINE KEMPKEY (Seal) —Informal Decorative. 
Adorable peach colored blossoms, with long fluffy petals deepening to a 
perfect center of bronze apricot, are covered with an iridescent sheen, 
adding an exquisite charm. The large full flowers, frequently twelve 
inches in diameter, are carried perfectly erect on long stems. The medium- 
tall bush is of a most vigorous growth and covered at all times with these 
beautiful blooms. Per root. ..$10.00 
FLAMING FLAMINGO (Seal) —Informal Decorative. 
New and unusual is this brilliant dahlia of the coloring of the tropical 
flamingo bird. These dazzling flowers from eleven to thirteen inches in 
diameter, have strong stems, and are held high above a medium height 
vigdrous plant. The petals are long and broad and have a satiny texture. 
The gorgeous blossoms fairly gleam with light when the sun strikes 
them. Per root. .$10.00 
The above dahlias have not been forced in growing nor propagated. 
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