General Description of Varieties 
F OREWORD . . . On account of limited catalog space, 
our descriptions are necessarily brief, being confined 
primarily to the color and special growing characteristics. 
While all of the varieties we list are nationally known and 
recognized as outstanding leaders of the Dahlia world, 
we will be glad to supply more complete descriptions 
upon request. 
( Abbreviations: FD — Formal Decorative; 
ID — Informal Decorative; SC — Semi Cactus 
ADIRONDACK SUNSET (ID) 1935 
A brilliant scarlet red and orange colored dahlia that grew 
and bloomed exceptionally well for us in 1935. A strong, 
vigorous grower with many fine qualities and we are happy 
to recommend it. Plant $2.00; Root $5.00 
ALTAMONT (ID) 
Rose pink, deepening to American Beauty rose at the center. 
Artistic and beautifully formed blooms, averaging 7 to 9 
inches in diameter .Root $ .50 
AMELIA EARHART (SC) 
One of the largest Dahlias grown. The formation and 
color are most artistic — a Semi-Cactus of apricot buff, 
base of petals primrose. We found this variety a splendid 
bloomer — as many as eight immense flowers open at one 
time . Plant $1.00; Root $2.00 
AMERICA'S SWEETHEART (ID) 1935 
An immense pure yellow informal of the finest quality. 
When fully open, the blooms remind one of a giant chrys¬ 
anthemum. Bush is of medium height and the flowers are 
held upright on top of an absolutely stiff stem. This is 
one of the best yellows to date. ...Plant $4.00; Root $10.00 
ARCTURUS (FD) 
A large scarlet red suffused deep yellow, with a yellow 
reverse. A strong, vigorous grower with perfect stems and 
habits. This variety blooms profusely right up to frost 
and the flowers are splendid for cutting or exhibition. 
Plant $1.00; Root $2.00 
BABY ROYAL (Min.) 
We grew about 500 hills of this attractive little miniature 
in 1935 and they were the admiration of all our visitors. 
Color is salmon pink and apricot with gold shading. A 
low grower and a very profuse bloomer. Root $ .50 
BARBARA WALKER (ID) 1935 
Color is light vividine yellow, just like velvet. A very 
beautiful dahlia formation. Very resistant to insects and 
heat. Certificate of Merit winner and a fine variety in 
every respect. Plants only $2.00 
BING CROSBY (ID) 1935 
This Dahlia is an improved La Fiesta. Blooms are larger, 
stems longer and it is a satisfactory variety in every respect. 
The color is golden yellow, penciled carmine. 
Plant $2.00; Root $5.00 
BLACK KNIGHT (ID) 1935 
A strong, healthy grower that produces blooms of immense 
size on unusually long stems. As the name indicates the 
color is dark velvety maroon, almost black. 
Plant $2.00; Root $5.00 
BUCKEYE BRIDE (FD) 
Geranium pink — a most delightful shade in Dahlias. A 
great Dahlia with many splendid qualities. Exceptionally 
fine cut flower. Plant $ .50; Root $1.00 
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