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Dianthus, Schling’s Giant Single Mixed 
DAHLIAS 

DWARF ZULU. A remarkably fine strain of black-leaved, dwarf double 
hybrids. Flowers mostly deep crimson and scarlet. A most satisfactory red 
flowering bedding plant. Pkt., 50c; 4 oz., $1.50. 

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. 
Giant Decorative Dahlias. Special strain. Pkt., $1.00. 
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. 
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-yellow 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, bearing numerous 
flowers in a wide range of beautiful colors. 
Scarlet White Yellow Dahlia-Flowered 
Each, pkt., 35c. 
DELPHINIUM. 
See page 35. 
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. 
Fire Chief. Impressive double fringed orange-scarlet. Pkt., 35c. 
Violaceus fl.-p!. Double, fringed, bright purplish violet flower. Pkt., 35c. 
Collection of above 3 varieties, 75c. 
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; 4 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., 15¢; % 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; %4 oz., $1.50. 
Loveliness. See Perennials, page 35. 
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 color from. white. to -blush-white, lemon-yetlow 
to reddish yellow, pale salmon to golden orange. Pkt., 15c; VY oz., $1.00. 
Double Hybrids Mixed. See Novelties, page 8. 
Ecklonis. Growing 2 feet in height, it forms a compact bush with large, star- 
shaped, pure white flowers 2 to 314 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. 
| Schling ‘ CAnnua 
DIDISCUS COERULEUS 
Schling’s original BLUE LACE FLOWER. One of the most satisfactory and 
outstanding annuals in existence; these lacy exquisite blooms excel in satisfying 
the discriminating flower lover. This gorgeous bloom was originally popularized 
by Mr. Max Schling. 25c per pkt; 5 pkts., $1.00; oz., $3.00. 
Queen Anne’‘s Lace. Pure white form of above. Pkt., 15c; oz., $1.50. 
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; oz., 75c. 
Californica alba. Pure white. Pkt., 15c; oz., 50c. 
Mixed. All shades and colors. Pkt., 15c; oz., 75c; YW 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; W 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; WY 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; Y% oz., 50c. 
Single, Mixed (G. picta Lorenziana). Pkt., 15c; Y% oz., 50c. 
Indian Chief. Dark bronzy red blooms on long stems. Pkt., 25c; 5 pkts., $1.00. 
Double Annual Gaillardia, Fiesta. See Novelties, page 8. 
GLOBE AMARANTH (Gomphrena 
globosa) 
An Everlasting, with beautifully colored flowers resembling clover-heads. 
They retain their color, and are lovely in winter bouquets. 
Pkt; 2206" Vesoz, nace 
Purple. The original everlasting Bachelor Button. 
Mixed. Pkt., 20c. 
GODETIA 
Only those who have seen vast 
masses of Godetias tastefully ar- 
ranged can realize the effect 
produced by them. The double 
sorts we offer have the largest 
flowers, on long spikes, and are 
elegant for vases. 
Carmine Improved. (New). Tall 
type. Rich carmine-pink with 
deep blotch. Splendid cut 
flower. Pkt., 35c; 3 pkts:, 
$1.00. 
Double Rose. Delicate rose-pink. 
2ft; Pkt: 15e¢: 
Azaleaflora. Large, double aza- 
lea-like flowers in greatest 
profusion. Pkt., 35c. 
Sybil Sherwood. Salmon-pink. 
ery, attractive. 25c per pkt.; 
5 pkts. for $1.00, 
TWO SPLENDID SINGLE 
GODETIAS 
Duke of York. Rosy’ carmine. 
Pkt 25>) pkts., oi. 00: 
White Swan. Pure satiny white. 
25c per pkt.; 5 pkts., $1.00. 
ORNAMENTAL 
GOURDS 
Listed on page 23. 

Eschscholtzia 

18 Eschscholtzia Provides Midsummer Gaiety in Rock Gardens 
Max Schling Seedsmen, Ine. 
