Albert Parrella, Originator and Grower of Chryspopcan and Select Dahlias. 
FOREIGN VARIETIES 
The following are exceptionally fine dahlias and deserve a place in the 
best of gardens. 
MRS. STEWART (S. C.)—Col¬ 
or, straw yellow, splotched 
with strawberry pink, rose 
lavender reverse. Form is 
very attractive as the petals 
curl and twist. An Australian 
dahlia of real merit. Good 
stem and foliage, and a very 
fine bush. Deserves a trial. 
Blooms average up to 12 
inches. Height of plant, 5 ft. 
Root $10.00 - Plant $3.34 
MRS. STEWART 
PEACH BLOSSOM (C.)—A colossal cactus with long wavy petals. Color, peach 
pink. This dahlia is very hard to describe, but very pleasing to the eye. 
This variety goes over big with the ladies. A fine clean grower, with good 
foliage, and free bloomer. Height of plant, 5 ft. Root $7.50 - Plant $2.50 
FIRE BIRD (S. C.)—Color, bright cardinal red. Medium size flower of ex¬ 
ceptional beauty. Formation is perfect. Flowers are erect on long rigid 
stems, blooms early and in profusion. Plant is an open grower with dark 
green leathery foliage. Insect resisting. A perfect dahlia. “Certificate of 
Merit” at S. N. H. F., 1937. Height of plant, 5 to 6 feet. 
Root $7.50 - Plant $2.50 
MRS. B. AMBERS (I. D.)—Here is one of the best of the Australian dahlias. 
The blooms are immense in size on long straight stems. The color is very 
rich, ranging from cadmium yellow to raw sienna. The petals are somewhat 
crinkled and have a glistening sheen. Bush grows to 414 feet and is literally 
covered with exhibition blooms from early season until frost. 
Root $10.00 - Plant $5.00 
A WORD ABOUT OUR DAHLIA PLANTS 
We only offer plants of the most expensive varieties. You can secure 
plants at a much reasonable price. Our plants are made from base cuttings, and 
aren’t over-propagated. We send out fine sturdy plants, well packed and 
GUARANTEED to reach you in perfect condition. If you take proper care of 
them you will not be disappointed. Our customers who have purchased plants 
from us in the past few years have been very well satisfied. Not only have our 
plants produced wonderful blooms for them, but also have secured good clumps. 
Plants will be shipped from May 1st on. If an early shipment is required, 
Kindly advise. 
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