Fraser’s California Dahiia Seeds have made History 
California has completely superseded any other section of the country in producing Dahlia seed. Our Dahlias have been awarded 
cups and ribbons on many occasions and our seed has produced "Daughter of Venus", one of the loveliest Dahlias yet known 
(tubers are now selling for $10.00 each), as well as many other varieties too numerous to mention, which have been developed on 
private estates throughout the world. The varieties on this page give you the evolution of the Dahlia, from the tiny singles to the 
giant decoratives with their massive blooms often measuring 10 inches in diameter, to the more refined cactus type, and the graceful 
miniatures. All produce a vast wealth of brilliant coloring and have a most attractive effect in the garden. Parent plants are used 
for seed only, and ore carefully grown to keep the strains pure and true to type. Different types have a varying germinating 
period, from 7 to 14 days. Dahlia seed is as easy to grow as Zinnias, and will produce flowers in from 90 to 120 days. 
Daughter of Venus 
ALL SEED IS OF 1938 CROP 
SUPER-GIANT TYPES—Hand-picked Seed 
266 Gold Medal Dahlia, selected from six giants, Jane Cowl, 
Jersey Beauty, Gold Rush, I. de Ver Warner and Tommy At¬ 
kins. All hand-hybridized, choice selections. Pkt. of 35 seeds, 
$1.00; 3 Pkts. for $2.50. 
272 Discovery Dahlia. So-called because Mr. Cordes of Santa 
Monica, a Dahlia expert set aside a block of his finest double 
un-named varieties, the hugest specimens we have ever seen, 
and entirely distinct from any varieties we have yet offered. 
Hence the name; the quality is unsurpassed. Pkt. of 50 seeds, 
$3.00; 100 seeds $5.00. 
GIANT TYPES—Hand-picked Seed 
279 Fraser's Magnolia-flowered Strain. Mammoth flowers 7 to 
9 inches across in a bewildering range of colors. Some singles, 
but a fine percentage of semi-doubles and doubles. Pkt. $1.00 
(about 100 seeds). 
250 American Beauty Strain (Decorative Type). Enormous 
blooms, floral rays rather flat and loosely arranged. Has a 
wonderful range of gorgeous colors. Pkt. 50c (about 60 seeds). 
270 Pacific Beauty Strain. (Peony-flowered and Show types 
mixed). A collection of 45 of the newest and best American 
types, many marvelous new shades. Pkt. 50c (100 to 125 seeds). 
CACTUS DAHLIA, GIANT 
281 This Cactus type of Dahlia is the result of years of breed¬ 
ing for a good crop of seed. This year we have succeeded. 
Flowers measure from 5 to 6 inches across and are beautifully 
quilled creations, coming in many distinct lovely colors. 25 
seeds 25c; 50 seeds 50c; 100 seeds $1.00. 
SMALL SINGLE TYPES—Hand-picked Seed 
251 Fraser's Petite Pompon Strain. A collection of seeds 
selected from the small compact types. Carefully blended to 
insure a great variety in each packet. An excellent range 
of colors can be expected. Pkt. 50c (75 to 125 seeds). 
252 Fraser's Miniature Beauties. The big little Dahlia of the 
Decorative type. This is a selection of the best varieties of this 
now very popular miniature Dahlia. Very free-flowering and 
fine for cutting. Keeps well and comes almost 90 per cent 
double. Pkt. 50c (75 to 125 seeds). 
New Petite Pompon Dahlia 
TWO NEW FRASER'S ENGLISH DAHLIAS 
273 Dwarf Mignon Bedding type, sometimes called English 
Single. Blooms in less than three months after sowing, and is 
very floriferous. Plant is only 2 ft. high, ideal for bedding. 
Flowers are on long stiff stems, fine for cutting. Red, salmon, 
pink, cream and yellow are found in the mixture. Pkt. 25c; 5 
Pkts. $1.00. 
278 Fraser's Bantam Hybrids, mixed. (Coltness Hybrids). The 
charming double and semi-double flowers come in warm colors, 
on dwarf plants. Fine for bedding purposes as well as for 
cutting. Pkt. 50c (100 seeds). 
FRASER'S DAHLIA SEED A REAL THRILL 
"I believe the greatest pleasure and surprises in our garden activi¬ 
ties last summer was growing Dahlias from seed. Seeds were pur¬ 
chased from Fraser & Son, seeds sown on April 15th in flats and set 
out the latter part of May, and first bloom was out about 112 days 
from date of seed sowing. Each plant produced a different color 
bloom, everyone of them gave us a thrill in watching the buds de¬ 
velop."—Mrs. Charles R. Rode, 217 Fountain Ave., Waukesha, Wise. 
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