GREETINGS.—It is a pleasure to present you this folder containing in my belief 
the best in up-to-date dahlias. Most any variety will win for you at our best 
shows or attract much attention in your garden. 
Many thanks to everyone of you who have advised me personally or sent fine 
letters stating that my previous introductions are really great exhibition dahlias. 
I feel confident that the 1940 introductions will make just as impressive record. 
Although I won three “American Home” achievement medals this past season the 
real enjoyment comes when I learn of your winnings. 
The foreign dahlias are briefly described but they all are first class exhibition 
varieties. The new pompons and miniatures are truly outstanding. 
STOCK.—Every root or plant will reach you in good growing condition, beyond 
this no warranty is expressed or implied. Not responsible for roots secured before 
April 1st. Considering high quality my prices give you more for your money. 
Introducing for 1940 
RICHARD WATTS ( Johnson ) F.D. 
A true formal with an unusual 
color. Burnt orange with shadings 
of gold color to the outer part and 
tip of each petal. This blending ef¬ 
fect is most pleasing. The flowers 
are 8 inches to 10 inches in diam¬ 
eter having a good depth as the 
petals entirely fold back to the 
stem. Sturdy growth of 5 feet in 
height produces flowers freely on 
strong stems well proportionate 
with the foliage. Winner of the 
“American Home” achievement 
medal at the Pennsylvania Horti¬ 
cultural Society’s show. An exhi¬ 
bition dahlia that will be admired 
in every garden. 
Root $10.00 Plant $3.50 
“RICHARD WATTS” 
My Previous Introductions 
JEAN JOHNSTON, I. C. Golden buff. Unique formation - Extra 
fine . 
JIMMIE FOXX, I. D. Giant blooms of henna copper . 
MILTON J. CROSS, I. D. Extra large, bright golden . 
MRS. M. VV. CLEMENT, I. D. High center type with twisting petals 
of gold shaded apricot . 
PINK FANTASY, S. C. Rich shade of mallow' pink. Fine texture 
and formation . 
ROSY MORN, I. D. Brilliant deep rose pink. A wonderful dahlia. 
“American Home" and “House Beautiful” gold medal winner ... 
ROULETTE, S. C. Artistic form of an unusual pink. Won the 
“House Beautiful” gold medal at A.D.S. show in N. Y. 
BETTY ANNE, Pom - Extra fine - Pink. Always dependable . 
Root 
Plant 
5.00 
2.00 
2.00 
.75 
1.00 
.50 
3.00 
1.00 
3.00 
1.00 
3.00 
1.00 
5.00 
2.00 
.35 
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