
The dahlia that created a sensation at “Gardens on Parade,” 
THE FIREMAN I. D. (Success)—A striking cardinal red, with golden flushes 
and golden tips The petals are long and wavy, and twist gracefully near 
the tips. The flowers are large and are held facing sideways on long, stiff, 
stems. Height, about 6 feet. Roots 50c 
THOMAS EDISON (F. D.)—A gorgeous royal purple dahlia with a sheen of 
velvet. The flower is of staghorn formation which adds greatly to its 
beauty. Blooms with great profusion from early to late. Roots 35c 
TOWER’S EMPIRE I. D. (Tower-Parrella)—Immense blossoms of a clear gold 
with a deep amber shading at the center, on the best of stems. Blossoms 
can be grown to a very large diameter. This variety has a wonderful 
branching habit. Height of plants average about 8 feet. Unusual and 
insect-resisting foliage. This dahlia deserves a place in the best of gardens. 
Roots 75c 

THELMA CAIN 
THELMA CAIN, I. D. (Cain-Parrella)—Color, light coral red all outer petals, 
but shades of jasper pink at center and on backs of _petals. The giant 
blooms are facing on fine stems. Good plant, best of foliage and exception- 
ally fine grower. This dahlia has received 3 Certificates of Merit from the 
Trial Grounds and is an Honor Roll Dahlia. Height of plant 6 ft. 
Root $3.50 Plant $1.50 
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