To avoid disappointment order early. Stock limited on some varieties. 
KING PETER, F. D.—This is one of the most beautiful and delicately blended 
colored dahlias. Blooms average from 7 to 8 inches and are held on cane- 
like stem, flowers facing. Plant is a sturdy grower with good branching 
habits. If you grow King Peter once you’ll grow it every year. Height of 
plant 5 ft. Roots $1.50 
LAETARE, S. C.—A bi-color dahlia which is unusually beautiful. Color, red 
and yellow. The lovely blooms are erect on cane-like stems. Height of 
plant 4 ft. Roet 50c 
LINDA HANKS, S. C.—Color, Pomegranate purple. Flowers are held on wiry 
stems facing. Good growing habit with plenty of blooms. Height 5 ft. 
Roots $1.50 
LELAND STANFORD (Ballay) I. D—Bloom 12x5. Brilliant cardinal red, the 
Stanford University color. The originator claims this is the brightest big 
red so far. It does not fade in the hot sun. It is an early and free bloomer. 
Good stems. Roots 75c 
LINK’S WHITE MAJESTY (Link’s Premier)—A huge Informal Decorative that 
may come Formal in some soils. A grand white dahlia that is clean and 
clear throughout with no trace of green or yellow centers so common in 
whites. Has everything in size, bush and foliage, is a rugged grower and 
will give most satisfactory results in both garden and showroom, Winner 
of the American Home Achievement Medal at Irvington, N. J. Early frost 
spoiled chances of later showings. Roots $7.50 Plants $3.00 
LOUISE BATES S. C. (Cordes-Eastman)—A very spectacular.dahlia of immense 
size. Blooms averaging well over 12 inches across. The color is a beautiful 
mellow pink, with a phlox purple center. A most prolific bloomer as well as 
an artistic and grand exhibition dahlia. Height, 5 feet. Roots $1.00 
LOIS WALCHER (Walcher) F. D.—Color dark purple with white tips. A lovely 
bi-color, winner of many Achievement Medals. Height of plant 4 ft. 
Root $1.50 
LOWELL THOMAS (Greubels Gardens)—-A giant informal decorative, rare, 
distinctive color, misty rose pink, suggesting lavender, slightly twisted petals 
showing ivory linings, adding charm to its formation. Blooms naturally 
large, easily grown 12 inches. Flowers facing, high out of foliage on 
excellent stems. Luxuriant insect resisting foliage. Bush 514, to 6 feet. 
Plants $2.00 
Seattle, Wash., Sept. 8th, 1941. 
Dear Friend: 
The enclosed Newspaper Clipping speaks for itself. Mr. McKamey won the Futurity Medal with your 
gorgeous dahlia, ‘‘Lynn Fontanne.’’ More power to you! J. E. H 
Wausau, Wisconsin, May 19th, 1941. 
My Dear Sir: 
I received the roots in fine shape that you sent instead of the plants that I ordered. You sure treat 
your customers well, don’t you. Thank you so much for them. 
Petros, Tenn., May 5th, 1941. 
Dear Sir: p : ; : 
I am enclosing Money Order for the dahlia bulb collection which were just received. I plan to get 
these out immediately, and certainly appreciate you sending them as you did. Several years ago I bought 
some bulbs from you and they were so nice and grew and bloomed splendidly. So this year I wanted a 
Treasure Island bulb and I had forgotten your correct address but my letter reached you any way. So many 
thanks. W.E.H 
We would appreciate very much if you print or write your name and 
address PLAINLY, in order to avoid confusion. 
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