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Dahlia, Alice May (See page 83) 

Dahlia, Chappaqua Sunset (See page 84) 
develops fine blooms. We manufacture it from high-quality 
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GENERAL LIST OF LARGE-FLOWERING VARIETIES, continued 
MRS. GEORGE LE BOUTELLIER. I.D. 
Rich velvety carmine blooms, giant in 
size and outstanding in every way. 
Healthy, vigorous grower and winner of 
many prizes. One of our largest Dahlias. 
50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
MRS. I. DE VER WARNER. I.D. A 
refined, deep mauve-pink Dahlia of perfect 
form, impressive on account of its size and 
beautiful orchid color. It is an abundant 
bloomer, splendid for exhibition and fine 
for the garden. 25 cts. each, $2.25 for 10. 
MRS. WILLIAM S. KNUDSEN. I.D. A 
pure white which can be grown to 11 inches, 
without forcing, on a 6-foot plant. Heavy 
winner in the Mid-West. Awarded Cer- 
tificate of Merit at East Lansing, 1937. 
$1 each, $9 for 10. 
MURPHY’S MASTERPIECE. I[.D. This 
greatest of all dark red giant Dahlias has 
been winning for years as the largest 
flower. Strong grower and free flowering. 
$1.25 each, $11.25 for 10. 
MYRA HOWARD. I.D. This fine Dahlia 
Is a glowing cadmium-yellow and old-gold, 
with many 10-inch flowers. Achievement 
Medal winner. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
PINK GLORY. F.D. Lovely glowing light 
rose-pink giant Dahlia of strong growth 
and great substance; very free flowering, 
oe ue best of stems. 50 cts. each, $4.50 
or 10. 

RED KING. F.D. Vivid rich red Dahlia of 
of fine habit, with Iong stems and flowers 
produced very freely; they are 6 to 8 inches 
across, of firm texture and with lasting 
qualities. Very fine for cutting. 50 cts. 
each, $4.50 for 10. 
SALMON SUPREME. F.D.We feel justified 
in predicting that this will become a very 
popular Dahlia. The form and color are 
really wonderful. Its very large, glistening 
salmon-orange flowers are held proudly 
erect on the strongest of stems. Free 
flowering and a vigorous grower. Should 
is on every garden. 50 cts. each, $4.50 
or 10. 
SON OF SATAN. S.C. Brilliant scarlet of 
Immense size; larger than Satan and much 
better in every way. This is a sensational 
four Honor Roll Dahlia and a very vigor- 
ous and strong grower. 75 cts. each, 
$6.75 for 10. 
VIRGINIA RUTE. I.D. Rich oxblood-red, 
with broad, pointed petals and a tight 
center. Good form and substance, the 
flowers holding well out of the foliage on 
Jong, strong stems. Insect resistant. Fine 
for exhibition. $2 each, $18 for 10. 
VOLCANO. F.D. An orange flame-red, 
which holds its color in the sun. Foliage 
is heavy and leather-like. Successful 
contestant in the largest |bloom class. It 
keeps well and has perfect stems. $1 each, 
$9 for 10. 

WATCHUNG GIANT. I.D. Here is a 
really true giant Dahlia without bemg 
coarse or clumsy. The color is a beautiful 
light definite yellow with a warm suffusion 
of rose. Fine stem and habit of growth. 
Sensational. 75 cts. each, $6.75 for 10. 
WHITE KING. F.D. A pure white, large- 
flowering Dablia of very beautiful form and 
substance. Free flowering, on long stems. 
Splendid for the garden or exhibition. 
30 cts. each, $2.70 for 10. 
WHITE WONDER. I.D. The giant blooms 
are pure white, with long, pointed, twisted, 
and curled petals, giving the flower a light, 
fluffy appearance. We consider this one 
of the finest new white Decorative Dahlias, 
if not the finest. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
YELLOW MARVEL. I.C. Very large, 
finely formed, clear yellow flower of rare 
beauty and good substance; blooms freely 
og long, strong stems. 75 cts. each, $6.75 
or 10. 
YELLOW SUPREME. F.D. The finest 
brilliant yellow, perfectly formed formal 
we have ever seen. Very free flowering and 
of great substance. Can be cut when 
breaking color, put in water and will 
Increase In size each day and keep in per- 
fect condition. Very long stems (up to 
4 ft.). Splendid for exhibition, cut-flowers 
or garden decoration. 75 cts. each, $6.75 
for 10. 

GARDEN FULL OF DAHLIAS FOR $9 
Sold in a Collection 
Retail Value 
$4.85 
No. 94F: 12 Distinct Sorts, Each Root Clearly Marked with Its Name 
This Collection will enable you to have enormous flowering kinds, and also to try the interesting Pompon type. 
EIGHT EXHIBITION SORTS 
Salmon Supreme. Salmon-pink. 
Watchung Giant. Chamois. 
White King. Pure white. 
Yellow Supreme. Bright yellow. 
Jane Cowl. Bronze. 
Jersey’s Beauty. Pink. 
Kiss Me. Red and white. 
Red King. Deep red. 
NEW YORK CITY 
Planting the Roots: Spread some unfertilized soil over the enriched earth. Place the Dahlia root 
horizontally two inches below the surface; fill the hole with soil and tread firm. See page 86. 
FOUR POMPON SORTS 
Edith Muller. Rosy orange. 
Indian Chief. Red, tipped white. 
Red Gem. Deep red. 
Morning Mist. (Lavender and 
white. 
Dahlias 85 
