SAW CO DAHLIA 
FOOD 
develops Fine blooms. We manufacture it from high-quality 
ingredients.25 lbs. $2 
DECORATIVE AND CACTUS DAHLIAS, continued 
MRS. WILLIAM S. KNUDSEN. I.D. A 
pure white which can be grown to 11 inches, 
without forcing, on a 6-foot plant. Heavy 
winner in the Mid-West. Awarded Certi¬ 
ficate of Merit at East Lansing, 1937. 
$2 each, $18 for 10. 
MURPHY’S MASTERPIECE. I.D. This 
greatest of all dark red giant Dahlias has 
been winning for years as the largest 
flower. Strong grower and free flowering. 
$1.25 each, $11.25 for 10. 
MYRA HOWARD. I.D. This fine Dahlia 
is a glowing cadmium-yellow and old-gold, 
with many 10-inch flowers. Achievement 
Medal winner. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
PEACE. I.D. A pure white of great size 
and beauty of form. Strong, erect grower, 
and very free bloomer. $2 each, $18 for 10. 
PINK GLORY. F.D. New. Lovely glowing 
light rose-pink giant Dahlia of strong 
growth and great substance; very free 
flowering, on the best of stems. 75 cts. 
each, $6.75 for 10. 
RED JUG, Semi-C. A brilliant crimson 
variety, lightly tipped yellow. Strong 
grower and a free bloomer. Consistent 
winner. Certificate of Merit. $1 each, 
$9 for 10. 
RED KING. F.D. New. Vivid rich red 
Dahlia of fine habit, with long stems and 
flowers produced very freely; they are 6 to 
8 inches across, of firm texture and with 
lasting qualities. Very fine for cutting. 
50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
ROBERT L. RIPLEY. I.D. Without doubt 
one of the largest varieties grown. Soft 
rhodamine-purple with deep rose-pink 
suffusion throughout. Stems straight and 
strong. $2.50 each, $22.50 for 10. 
ROSIE O’GRADY. I.D. A lovely large 
new Dahlia of distinct old-rose. It is en¬ 
tirely different in color from any other 
variety, and we feel sure you will like it. 
$1 each, $9 for 10. 
ROYCROFT. Semi-C. Large, finely formed 
Semi-Cactus of cinnamon-buff, deepening 
to russet. Very prolific bloomer. Fine 
stems. Vigorous grower. 35 cts. each, 
$3.15 for 10. 
SAGAMORE. F.D. Fine cut-flower of a 
light apricot-buff, shaded orange-buff 
toward the center. It has fine strong stems 
with splendid keeping qualities. 25 cts. 
each, $2.25 for 10. 
SALMON SUPREME. F.D. As the intro¬ 
ducers of this variety, we feel justified in 
predicting that it will become a very 
popular Dahlia. The form and color are 
really wonderful. Its very large, glistening 
salmon-orange flowers are held proudly 
erect on the strongest of stems. Free 
flowering and a vigorous grower. This fine 
new Dahlia should be in every garden. 
50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
SARA BREWSTER. I.D. A border-line 
Dahlia of unusual color—picric-yellow, 
suffused scarlet. Plant is an excellent 
grower, averaging 4j/^ feet, and a prolific 
bloomer. Blooms average 9J^ to 10 inches 
across. Scored 83 E at Storrs, 1937. $4 
each, $36 for 10. 
SATAN. Semi-C. Immense showy variety 
of bright scarlet; strong, thrifty grower. A 
great favorite. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
SON OF SATAN. Semi-C. Brilliant scar¬ 
let of giant size. Larger than Satan and of 
deeper scarlet. Vigorous grower. $2 each, 
$18 for 10. 
SPENCERIAN. C. A lovely Dahlia of 
medium size and free-blooming habits. 
Delicate orchid-pink. Splendid keeping 
qualities and a favorite for the garden and 
home decoration. 50 cts. each, W.50 for 10. 
SULTAN OF HILLCREST. F.D. One of 
the very largest grown. Color strontium- 
yellow and gold. Very vigorous grower and 
free bloomer. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
SUNRAYS. I.D. A spectacular Dahlia. 
Color clear buff with apricot suffusion. 
This variety has won many prizes. $5 each, 
$45 for 10. 
TOWERS’ EMPIRE. I D. A giant, deep, 
full flower of golden yellow, slightly tinted 
bronze toward the center. Free flowering; 
very fine. 75 cts. each, $6.75 for 10. 
WARREN-CHURCH. Semi-C. By request 
we offer again this fine introduction of our 
own. It has the same fine form and habit 
as the famous Ambassador but the color 
is soft pink, shading to white. Free flower¬ 
ing and good keeper. Prize-winner. $1 each, 
$9 for 10. 
WATCHUNG GIANT. I.D. Here is a 
really true giant Dahlia without being 
coarse or clumsy. The color is a beautiful 
light definite yellow with a warm suffusion 
of rose. Fine stem and habit of growth. 
Sensational. $1.50 each, $13.50 for 10. 
WHITE KING. F.D. New. A pure white, 
large-flowering Dahlia of very beautiful 
form and substance. Free flowering, on 
long stems. Splendid for the garden or 
exhibition. 40 cts. each, $3.60 for 10. 
WHITE WONDER. I.D. The giant blooms 
are pure white, with long, pointed, twisted, 
and curled petals, giving the flower a light, 
fluffy appearance. We consider this one 
of the finest new white Decorative Dahlias, 
if not the finest. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
MINIATURE DAHLIAS 
Flowers less than inches in diameter 
These are increasing in popularity and interest. After careful tests, 
we are including many new and meritorious varieties, giving a com¬ 
plete range of distinct colors and forms. All types of Dahlias are to 
be found in this section, but the plants are dwarf and the flowers are 
perfect gems, ideal for cut-flower purposes. They are also invaluable 
for borders, hedges or planting in the perennial garden. Since their 
height is around 3 feet, and they need no supporting stakes, they may 
be used for bedding. Pinch them to keep the plants uniform. 
ALPHA. New. Anemone-flowered. Novel 
star-like flowers of deep red with high 
cushioned center slightly touched with 
gold. 75 cts. each, $6.75 for 10. 
AMI BARILLET. Single. Low-growing, 
bedding type; deep clear red with yellow 
center. The purplish red, fern-shaped 
foliage is very attractive. 35 cts. each, 
$3.15 for 10. 
ANNA LEE. New. F.D. Perfect in form, 
this is a beautiful clear shade of carmine- 
rose; over all is a silvery sheen. 35 cts. 
each, $3.15 for 10. 
BABY ROYAL. Semi-C. Salmon-pink 
shaded apricot. Free bloomer. 35 cts. 
each, $3.15 for 10. 
BABY SAGAMORE. F.D. Deep orange- 
yellow of fine form and very free flowering. 
35 cts. each, $3.15 for 10. 
BISHOP OF LLANDAFF, Peony-flowered. 
Bright scarlet; duplex form. Attractive, 
fern-like, reddish purple foliage. 50 cts. 
each, $4.50 for 10. 
CORINNA. F.D. Well-formed blooms of 
brilliant yellow. 35 cts. each, $3.15 for 10. 
COURONNE. I.D. Pure, waxy white; 
form very much like a gardenia. 50 cts. 
each, $4.50 for 10. 
DONAU. F.D. Silvery soft rose blooms, 
gracefully displayed on long stems. 35 cts. 
each, $3.15 for 10. 
FAIRY. F.D. Violet-rose, shading to 
mauve at the tips. A very early and con¬ 
tinuous bloomer. Keeps wonderfully when 
cut. 35 cts. each, $3.15 for 10. 
FUGI SAN. Single. Literally covered with 
2-inch flowers of clear fawn-buff, with 
crimson eye. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
JAMBOREE. New. Semi-C. Beautiful 
shade of soft salmon-pink. Fine form. A 
prize-winning Holland variety of much 
merit. 75 cts. each, $6.75 for 10. 
LITTLE DREAM. Semi-C. Clear pink, 
lighter center; fine form. 50 cts. each, 
$4.50 for 10. 
MARCELLETTE. F.D. Attractive flowers 
of rare fawn color. 35 cts. each, $3.15 for 10. 
MARKET QUEEN. F.D. Brilliant red 
with pure white tips. Fine cut-flower. 
50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
MIA. New. Semi-C. Brilliant deep red. A 
beautifully formed Cactus. $1 each, $9 for 
10 . 
ORCHID LADY. F.D. Dainty pure 
orchid-pink of fine form. Distinct. 50 cts. 
each, $4.50 for 10. 
Single Dahlia, Scarlet Gem 
See page 94 
NEW YORK CITY 
Planting the Roots: Spread some unfertilized soil over the enriched earth. Place the Dahlia root 
horizontally two inches below the surface; fill the hole with soil and tread firm. See page 94. 
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