No flower garden is complete without dahlias. 
General List of Standard Varieties 
The varieties listed herein are positively the best stock that can be pro¬ 
cured anywhere, at any price, as these tubers are not forced, or from over 
propagated stock, and are GUARANTEED to be true to name, healthy, and 
full of life, vim, and vitality. 
KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS: F. D.—Formal Decorative; S. C.—Semi-Cactus; 
I. D.—Informal Decorative; St. C.—Straight Cactus. 
ADA HOFFMAN 
ADA HOFFMAN (Parrella, Blamer—Hulin) I. D.—A beautiful golden color 
dahlia which attracted plenty of attention at the New York Dahlia Show 
of the AMERICAN DAHLIA SOCIETY. This dahlia was selected by Miss 
Ada Hoffman, daughter of Governor Hoffman of New Jersey, and named 
in her honor. The selection was made among many dahlia seedlings at the 
Show. The Ada Hoffman dahlia is unquestionably very outstanding. Blooms 
average 10 inches or more and are of perfect formation. Height of plant 
4 to 5 feet. Very attractive foliage and insect resisting. A perfect stem. 
On Mr. Johnston’s and Mr. Barron’s Honor Roll. Roots $7.50 Plant $2.50 
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