
we i ‘ 
Dianthus, Schling’s Giant Single Mixed 
DAHLIAS 
Dahlias are easily and quickly raised from seed. Sown in the hotbed or 
cold frame in March and April and transplanted in May, they will begin to 
bloom in August. The seed we offer has been saved from choicest and newest 
varieties, roots of which would cost $1.00 to $5.00 each. 
Cactus. Choicest double, the newest incurved varieties. Pkt., 50c. 
Dwarf Mignon Bedding Dahlia. In full bloom in less than three months after 
sowing and it continues until frost. Flowers of the same size as the single 
Dahlia, this new dwarf race is even more floriferous. The plant in full bloom 
does not exceed 2 feet in height, thus making it ideal for bedding. Salmon- 
pink, cream, white, yellow, etc. Pkt., 35c; 3 pkts., $1.00. 
Mignon Bedding Dahlia, Firebrand. Scarlet-flame, slightly suffused with salmon- 
orange, 5 inches across. The whole plant does not exceed 2 feet in height, 
and blooms until frost. Pkt., $1.00; 6 pkts., $5.00. 
Giant Decorative Daklias. See novelty page 10. 
UNWIN’S DAHLIAS 
Unwin’s Semi-Double Hybrids, Bedding. Like the popular Mignon Dahlia, the 
plants of these new hybrids grow ‘about 2 feet high and produce a great 
abundance of lovely semi-double flowers on long stems well above the foliage, 
in a great variety of colors. Pkt., 35c; 3 pkts., $1.00. 
Unwin’s Dwarf Quilled Hybrids, Bedding. Differs from the above in the forma- 
tion of the petals, which are beautifully curled in a semi-quilled manner. 
Pkt., $1.00; 3 pkts., $2.50. 
ORCHID-FLOWERED DAHLIA 
A recent introduction from Europe where it has won many prizes. The petals 
are twisted in such a manner as to give them a star effect. White, red, orange, 
and canary-yeilow appear in this mixture. Will bloom in three months from 
seed. Pkt., 35c; 3 pkts., $1.00. 
COLTNESS HYBRID DAHLIAS 
Compact plants only about 114 feet tall but as broad, beariiat numerous 
flowers in a wide range of beautiful colors. 
Scarlet Yellow 
White Dahlia-Flowered 
Each, pkt., 35c. 
DIANTHUS - Chinese and Japanese Pinks 
Easily raised from seed. Pinks flower abundantly and continuously until frost, 
are very effective in the garden and splendid for cutting. With slight protec- 
tion, the plants will live over winter. Start seed in the hotbed in March. 
Double Snowdrift. Large, double, pure white flowers, with beautifully lacini- 
ated petals. Pkt., 20c, 
Double Salmon Queen. Rich salmon-scarlet. Pkt., 20c. 
Lacinietus purpureus fl.-pl. (New.) Lovely fringed double flowers of a deep 
claret color. Pkt., 35c. 
Violaceus fl.-pl. Double, fringed, bright purplish violet flower. Pkt., 35c. 
Collection of above 4 varieties, $1.00. 
Double Japanese Pinks, Schling’s Superb New Hybrids. Large, beautifully 
fringed, very double flowers, measuring nearly 3 inches across, in greatest 
variety of colors. Pkt., 20c; 14 oz., $1.00. 
Schling’s Giant Single Mixed. A fine strain of single garden Pinks with very 
large flowers, beautifully fringed and laciniated at edges in wonderful range 
of colors. Pkt, 5c; 4 oz., 50c; 
Laciniatus splendens. Extremely large flowers and wonderful color markings, 
mostly in shades of pink and red, with large white eyes. The edges of the 
flowers are deeply cut. Pkt., 35c; V4 oz., $1.50. 
Loveliness. See Novelties, page 2. 
Nobilis, Snow Queen. A lovely, pure white summer Pink with extremely large 
flowers and deeply cut, laced edges. Pkt., 35c; 3 pkts., $1.00. 
DIDISCUS COERULEUS 
Schling’s original BLUE LACE FLOWER. One of the most satisfactory and 
Schling’ S A nua 
DIMORPHOTHECA (African Daisies) 
Delightful annuals, with single daisy-like blossoms of orange and gold. They 
form compact and very bushy plants, are always in bloom, and are good for 
cutting. Sow in the hotbed in March and again outdoors in May. 
Aurantiaca. Golden orange. Pkt., 15c; 4 oz., 75c. 
Aurantiaca Hybrids. Varying in colors from white to blush-white, lemon-yellow 
to reddish yellow, pale salmon to golden orange. Pkt., 15c; Y4 oz., $1.00. 
Ecklonis. Growing 2 feet in height, it forms a compact bush with large, star- 
shaped, pure white flowers 2 to 3% inches across, having a diminutive deep 
blue disc. Useful for cutting and in the border. Pkt., 35c; 3 pkts., $1.00. 
Spectabilis. Somewhat taller than other Dimorphothecas, producing daisy-like 
flowers 2 inches in diameter. Color a deep pink with shiny black center. 
Flowers borne on stems over 1 foot long. Splendid for planting in hot, dry 
locations. 50c per pkt., 3 pkts., $1.00. 
ESCHSCHOLTZIA (California Poppy) 
Sow in the garden where they are to grow, as they cannot be transplanted. 
They succeed everywhere, are always in bloom, and brighten the garden from 
July until frost. 
Ramona. A lovely new type with extremely large, frilled flowers of a pale, 
glittering coppery gold with pink shadings. The heavy frills give the flowers 
the appearance of a semi-double. Pkt., 25c; 5 pkts., $1.00. 
Golden West. Pure golden yellow. Pkt., 15c; oz., 75c. 
Aurantiaca. Pale yellow. Pkt., 15c; 0z., 75c. 
California alba. Pure white. Pkt., 15c; oz., 50c. 
Mixed. All shades and colors. Pkt., 15c; oz., 75c; VY Ib., $2.00. 
New Hybrid California Poppies. The improvement represented in this new 
strain will be a real revelation. Flowers in lovely new shades, including soft 
pink, scarlet, chrome, copper-red, claret, and royal purple, all held erect on 
long, strong stems, will give your garden the rich touch of color from the 
foothills of the West. Pkt., 25c; 14 oz., $1.00; oz., $1.75. 
DOUBLE CALIFORNIA POPPIES 
A splendid semi-double form of this ever-popular border and rock garden 
annual. More showy and substantial than the single varieties. 
Golden Glory. Pure golden yellow. 25c per pkt.; 5 pkts., $1.50. 
Mixed. Splendid mixture of all shades running through crimson, light yellow, 
dark yellow, white and salmon-pink. 35c per pkt.; 5 pkts., $1.50. 
EUPHORBIA 
Variegata (Snow-on-the-Mountain). Elegant bushy plants, with broad green 
leaves veined and margined with white. Attractive in foliage groups and 
among flowers. 2 ft. Pkt., 15c; Y%4 oz., 50c. 
Heterophylla (The Annual! Poinsettia). Like our popular Christmas plant, the 
Poinsettia, it forms bushy plants from 2 to 3 feet in height, with glossy dark 
green leaves and vivid scarlet bracts. Pkt., 25c; %4 oz., 75c. 
GAILLARDIA (Blanket Flower) 
The annual Gaillardias bloom quickly from seed, and continue flowering 
throughout the summer and fall. You can always go to them if you want flowers 
for a vase. 
Giant Double Mixed. Very double; quilled petals in yellow and red shades. 
18 inches. Pkt., 15c; VY oz., 50c. 
Single, Mixed (G. picta Lorenziana). Pkt., 15c; 
Indian Chief. Dark bronzy red blooms on long stems. Pkt., 
GLOBE AMARANTH (Gomphrena 
globosa) 
An Everlasting, with beautifully colored flowers resembling clover-heads. 
They retain their color, and are lovely in winter bouquets. 
Mixed. Each, pkt., 20c. 
GODETIA 
Only those who have seen vast masses of Godetias tastefully arranged can 
realize the effect produced by them. The double sorts we offer have the largest 
flowers, on long spikes, and are elegant for vases. 
Double Rose. Delicate rose-pink. 2 ft. Pkt., 15c. 
Azaleaflora. Large, double azalea-like flowers in greatest profusion. Pkt., 35c. 
Sybil Sherwood. Salmon-pink. Very attractive. 25c per pkt., 5 pkts. for $1.00. 
TWO SPLENDID SINGLE GODET!IAS 
Duke of York. Rosy carmine. Pkt., 25c; 5 pkts., $1.00. 
White Swan. Pure satiny white. 25c per pkt.; 5 pkts., 
ORNAMENTAL GOU RDS See page 10. 
GYPSOPHILA (Annual Baby’s Breath) 
A charming effect may be had by mixing sprays of = s Breath with other 
long-stemmed cut flowers. Bloom quickly from seed, and liberal sowings should 
be made every three weeks from May to July, to cut continuously. 
Yq oz., 50c. 
25c; 5 pkts., $1.00. 
$1.00. 

outstanding annuals in existence; these lacy exquisite blooms excel in satisfying 
the discriminating flower lover. This gorgeous bloom was originally popularized plsagus Srangitiorg alba. Pure white. Pkt., 15c; oz., 75¢; V4 Ib., $2.00. 
by Mr. Max Schling. 25c per pkt; 5 pkts., $1.00; oz., $3.00. Elegans grandiflora rosea. Delicate pink. Pkt., 15c; oz., $1.00; 4 Ib., $3.00. 
Queen Anne’s Lace. Pure white form of above. Pkt., 15c; oz., $1.50. Elegans, Crimson Gem. Rosy crimson. Pkt., 25c; 4 oz., 75c. 
18 Eschscholtzia Provides Midsummer Gaiety in Rock G ir 
ardens ie 
ss Max Schling Seedsmen, Inc. 
