Fraser’s CALIFORNIA DAHLIA SEED 
Keen interest has been manifest of late in the growing of Dahlias 
from seed. From the large decorative sorts to the smaller bedding 
varieties you will find interest in producing dahlia plants from seed. 
Many of the named varieties from which our seed is collected would 
cost you considerable in the root form, Start the seed indoors in 
March or April, transplant to location and you will have bloom from 
: the middle of the summer till frost. We usually consider that the 
Casey TERT Dahlia will be in flower in from 100 to 105 days from the date of 
planting the seeds; so you can make your plans accordingly. 
ALL SEED IS OF 1940 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 Atkins. 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 speci- 
mens 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-Pollenized 
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), 
281 Dahlia Seed, Giant American Double Golden Eagle. Perennial, 4 to 6 feet. The 
biggest and best Giant Cactus Decorative seed parents plants in the United States. 
Runs to the autumn shades of orange, bronze, russet, terra cotta, and is remark- 
able in its tendency unearthing the character of the double golden eagle. Sow the 
seed in boxes in early spring and transplant when large enough to handle. They 
require a rich soil with plenty of fertilizer and water and will bloom in 100 days 
from seed. Pkt. $1.00. 
POMPOM AND MINIATURE FROM 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 ex- 
cellent 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). 
SMALL SINGLE AND SEMI-DOUBLE TYPES 
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 Midget 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). 
276 Dahlia, Zulu Sensation Strain. Dark-leaved Double Hybrids. The dark 
foliage contrasts admirably with the bright and crimson scarlet shades of the 
medium-sized flowers. This new class embraces the best bedding and cutting type 
yet produced. Height 214 ft., flowers 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Pkt. 50c. 
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Greatest Pleasure Was Growing Dahlias From Fraser Seed 
“I believe the greatest pleasure and surprises in our garden activities last sum- 
mer was growing Dahlias from seed. Seeds were purchased 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 pro- 
duced a different color bloom( everyone of them gave us a thrill in watching 
the buds develop.” —Mrs. Charles R. Rode, 217 Fountain Ave., Waukesha, Wis. 
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