On the Colored Plate opposite we show the 
“ J}RTISTIC” COLLECTION 
of Cactus Dahlias. 
CACTUS DAHLIAS. We selected these as subjects for our colored plate this year 
as they are the embodiment of grace and are especially rich in coloring. The usual comment 
is: “How artistic,” when the flowers are first seen. These are very effective in bouquets 
and vases of flowers. 
A BIT OF HISTORY. After some years of comparative neglect, the Dahlia has again 
won its way into popular favor. This is due in a great measure to the wonderful improve¬ 
ment in the flowers, particularly in the “Cactus” and “Decorative” types, and the advent 
of the unique “Collarette” class. These grand flowers are so artistic and informal that the 
old prejudice against the Dahlia has been swept away. The Dahlia shows throughout 
the country the past season have rivalled the Chrysanthemum in interest. At Newport 
and elsewhere the fashionable residents set the seal of approval of the most critical upon 
them. There are no other summer flowers which produce such a wealth of color or variety 
of shades, none which equal them for wealth and brilliancy. 
Superb New Dahlias. 
MRS. ROOSEVELT. This new Dahlia is acknowledged 
to be far superior to the celebrated Dahlia Grand 
Duke Alexis. It is of larger size, better color, 
more graceful in form, has better stems for cutting, 
will bloom better, and last, but not least, will keep 
longer when cut. The flowers are perfectly double, 
of largest size, 6 to 8 inches, while the color is a deli¬ 
cate pink, shading to soft, clear pink. (See cut.) 
Price, field-grown roots, 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 
Professor Mansfield. A grand “fancy” Dahlia which 
we now offer for the first time. It is an immense 
“decorative,” seven to eight inches across, a sturdy 
grower, with long, stout stems. The color is a rich 
yellow, with clear white tips, and a slight marking 
of rosy-red towards the centre. Early in the season 
and in light soils the red will appear on the margin 
of the petals ; but in whatever stage, it is a unique 
and handsome variety. The petals are \'/ z to 2 inches 
expanded. Price, GOc. each, $6.00 per doz. 
Gettysburg. An extremely large Decorative Dahlia; 
full, round, high centre; bright, rich, pure scarlet. 
An early and extremely profuse bloomer for so large 
a flower. The plant is a strong, vigorous grower. 
Price, field-grown roots , 30c. each, $3.00 per doz. 
Blue Oban. A “sport” from Oban, acknowledged to 
be one of the largest sized and freest blooming of the 
Decorative class. A blue Dahlia has been the aim 
of hybridizers for years, without success. It is 
remarkable that Nature has produced in this “sport” 
greater results than have yet been achieved. This 
variety is like Oban, excepting color, which is a laven¬ 
der-blue, without traces of any other color. Price, 
field-grown roots , 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 
Ami Downie. This new, single Dahlia is a seedling 
of Ami Barrillet crossed with John Downie. The 
foliage is almost as dark as Barrillet, while the 
flowers are very much brighter, being the size and 
shape of John Downie. It has strong, branching 
habit and extremely profuse blooming qualities. 
Price, field-grown roots , 60c. each, $6.00 per doz. 
Danish Cross. Very striking and effective; bright 
scarlet, a broad white stripe through each petal. 
Price, field-grown roots , 50c. each, $5.00 per doz. 
Gaillardia. Golden-yellow, with a broad band or 
disc of red around the yellow centre; named from its 
striking resemblance to Gaillardia grandiflora. A 
distinct type that will become a popular favorite. 
Price, field-grown roots , 40c. each, $4.00 per doz. 
OUR SELECTION. As there are many people 
who care little or nothing for special sorts, we 
offer our selection , said selection to be made at 
the time the order is filled, made up of good con¬ 
trasting colors and sorts. Price, $1.50 per doz., 
$10.00 per 100. 
OUR NEW DEPARTURE. For years we have sent out growing 
plants of Dahlias from pots, but this season we will only send out strong 
field-growing roots. We have decided to do this, as the growing plants do 
not travel well, and are liable to injury in transit, while the roots can be 
sent with safety around the world ; besides, the roots are more likely to 
give a larger and finer crop of flowers. The cost of the roots is only a 
trifle more than the plants, and they are well worth the difference. We 
illustrate a typical field-grown Dahlia root, so as to call attention to our 
new departure ; not all the roots have as many tubers as the one shown, 
but all we send out will be field-grown. 
No. 1. Volker. Clear lemon-yellow. The best in its color. 
No. 2. Countess of Lonsdale. Lustrous salmon-pink. 25c. each. 
No. 3. Gabriel. Creamy-white and crimson. Changeable. 
No. 4. Venus. Pure, glistening white; a superb sort. 50c. each. 
No. 5. Porcupine. Deep crimson. Splendid “Cactus” form. 
No. 6. Galliard. Intense fiery-scarlet. 50c. each. 
No. 7. Kriemhilde. Soft pink, creamy centre; a beautiful variety. 
No. 8. Brunhilde. Rich plum color. Very rich and deep shade.' 
Price, 35c. each, except where noted, undivided field-grown roots. 
THE “ARTISTIC “ COLLECTION of 8 sorts for $2.50. 
