
When better dahlias are grown, I will grow them. 
MAN O’ WAR I. D.—A dark velvety red dahlia of large size and fine form. 
Good stem and fine foliage. A dahlia which is a pleasure to grow. Height 
of plant from 5 to 6 ft. Root 50c 
MAD RIVER CHIEF (Mad River Gardens) I. D.—This great Dahlia has been 
described by many prominent Dahlia growers as “the finest red they have 
ever seen.” A very large exhibition type; color rich velvety carmine red, 
with a darker center. Perfect, long stems. Height of plant 4% ft. 
Root $1.00 
MARGRACE I. D. (Bissell)—We take great pride in presenting to you this 
prize winning dahlia. Color, brilliant scarlet, tipped and striped with gold. 
In hot weather the gold is not so prominent. It is a very deep flower with 
an exceptionally fine stem that holds the flower erect to facing. NRE 
ts 75¢ 
MAX SCHLING, I. D.—A most outstanding color, heavy sheened velvety maroon 
lined with a black dense line, throwing highlights to either side of the 
under petals. Roots $1.00 
MAGIC PRINCE (Hulin-Parrella)—Tall growing cactus of a lovely formation 
and color, being a large full centered bloom of lilac mauve. The bush is 
luxuriant with all good habits, clean stems at least ten inches from first 
set of leaves. This is the variety shown under No. S8.M.37-19, formerly 
called “His Majesty” but changed to “Magic Prince.” It is a seedling of 
Wenoka sired by Satan. Both parents can be noticed in the bush. We did 
not intend to release this variety until 1942, but popular demand forces us 
to do so regardless of the limited stock. 
Received two Blue Ribbons in the seedling class in the Northwest and very 
popular at New York World’s Fair “Gardens on Parade.” Strong roots, 
while available. Roots $5.00 Plants $2.50 
M. Col F. D.—A medium size dahlia. A beautiful tri-color flower. Yellow at the 
center shading to orange with silvery white tips. A fine grower and pro- 
ducer. Size of blooms, 5 to 6 inches in diameter. The blooms are erect on 
cane-like stems, facing sideways. We believe this dahlia will make a won- 
derful commercial variety, as the blooms have a fine lasting quality after 
it is cut. Height of plant 4 ft. Roots 75c 
MICHIGAN WHITE (Keiser-Lakeside), S. C.—The most prolific blooming cut 
flower, white, to date. Flowers run from 5 to 8 inches normally. As many 
as 18 to 25 opening at one time have been produced on one bush. Will 
bloom from July until frost, continuously shooting out long stems by the 
dozen. Certified as Storrs and East Lansing. Roots $1.00 
MASON’S PURPLE BEAUTY F. D. (Mason)—This lovely dahlia which scored 
85 at the East Lansing Trial Ground in 19386, is worth while to be planted 
in the best of Gardens. Color, purple, reverse whitish or silvery streaked. 
A prolific bloomer and an exceptionally fine grower. Blooms average from 
9 to 10 inches. Height, 5% ft. Roots $1.00 
MAYOR FRANK OTIS (Johns-Salbach) — I. D. Color, soft, rich golden yellow 
with just a touch of copper shading. This is one of the largest dahlias of the 
season. A real sensation. Winner of many medals and ribbons all over the 
country this past season. The originator claims that a bloom of this variety 
has been grown 17 inches in diameter, and 10 inches in depth. So you can 
use your own imagination. Mayor Otis is vigorous grower, free bloomer, and 
has a fine stem. Roots $2.00 
MILTON J. CROSS, I. D.—Color, clear light lemon yellow at the center, shaded 
rose and coral on outer petals. Huge blooms on cane-like stems. Height of 
plant 5 ft. Root $1.00 
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