JESSIE L. SEAL CATALOGUE — 1937 
HUNT’S VELVET WONDER (I.D.) 1935—Here is a dahlia of great size and beauty. 
The color is a rich violet burgundy and the stems and plant growth are unusually 
good.#3.00 
*IVORY (F.D.)—Ivory white. The blooms are large and composed of long pointed petals 
that curve backward slightly. Stiff stems, very good.#1.00 
JANE COWL (I.D.)—One of the biggest winners of prizes all over the country. Deep, 
massive blooms of bronzy-buff and old gold, blending darker toward the perfect cen 
ter. Long stiff stems.-.50c 
JEAN TRIMBEE (S.C.)-—Largest bloom class, this distinctive dahlia is of a rich petunia 
violet, on long stems.#1.00 
*JEWEL OF INDIA (Newsom) I.D.—Huge, fluffy dahlia of great depth of richest glowing 
garnet, suffused maroon, held proudly erect on stiff and long stems.#1.50 
KATHLEEN NORRIS (I.D.)—A marvelous dahlia called the greatest exhibition pink—a 
most beautiful silvery pink of great depth and size. Full center, very long stem, insect 
proof; a great bloomer and an excellent keeper. Prize stock.75c 
KATHLEEN OSBOURNE (Cac.)—A very wonderful imported cactus that looks like a 
large incurving chrysanthemum with curling petals. Reddish orange with yellow at 
base of petals. Stems are good. A “Best Keeper" and winner at shows...#1.50 
*KAWEAH (Meussdorffer) I.D.—Color is hard to describe, a deep, clear, rose-cerise, cen¬ 
ter of petals shading to a rich, velvety cardinal toward the center of the flower, and 
when fully matured, shade lighter toward the tips of the petals, almost mauve or 
orchid. Blooms of 15 inches diameter, and very deep, are common, and these tre¬ 
mendous flowers are held perfectly erect on very long, extra strong, stiff stems, #1.50 
KENTUCKY RED (I.D.)—A vivid scarlet dahlia that will not burn nor fade. Stems are 
strong and foliage is insect resisting..75c 
*KING ALFRED (Seal, 1936) I.D.—Immense, full, velvety blossom the color of a brilliant 
rich, red ruby with crimson shadings. The long silver-backed petals turn and swirl 
showing the silver lining, making an unusual and delightful new two-toned color com¬ 
bination of ruby and silver. The flowers of great substance and depth can easily be 
grown to a diameter of 12 to 14 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 keepers, 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 alluring unusual color combination. See 
illustration on page 3. Stock limited.#10.00 
*LA FIESTA (Cordes-Eastman) I.D.—This flower is huge and the form is like a great 
chrysanthemum. Color butter yellow, penciled red. Very lacy petals that curl and 
twist. Very large, long fine stems.#1.00 
:: MARIAN BROOMALL (S.C.)—A truly beautiful dahlia; large. Color, clear violet rose, 
shading lighter at tips, with white center. Stems very good. A dahlia you will like. 75c 
MARY ELIZABETH REDFERN (Redfern) I.D.—A new giant from the West Coast with 
an exceellent record. The color is deep orchid rose and in form it has been called an 
orchid Jane Cowl. Immense blooms with long fine stiff stems...#2.50 
MILTON J. CROSS (Johnson 1936) I.D.—Winner of highest awards. The large and 
deep blooms are in color an apricot peach with a bright golden face. Excellent stem 
and habits. „„ 
Dahlias marked * originated in California. 
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