DAHLIA SEED 
After extensive trials by ourselves and customers, we are prepared to make claims 
of distinct superiority for our seeds. These seeds are grown for us in Southern California 
from stock of our best varieties, which we send there for the purpose of seed produc- 
tion. The grower is a man of more than twenty-five years experience in dahlia growing. 
No small type dahlias are grown on his ranch. 
In California, more varieties will produce pollen and seed than in any other section 
of the country. This not only produces seed from a greater number of parents, but it 
also permits a far greater number of crosses, thereby enhancing the chance of some- 
thing new and distinctive. 
In 1942 Prof. Merrill Brown, writing in the Central States Dahlia Society's bulle- 
tin, THE DAHLIA, gave a report of his tests of sixteen lots of seed from various sources. 
Two of these lots, indicated in his report as ‘Satan’ and "Midwest Mixed'’ were sup- 
plied by us. ''Midwest Mixed'' had the highest percentage of germination of any of 
those tested and ''Satan'’ was second in this respect. ''Midwest Mixed" also produced 
the finest seedling of the entire lot. 
We have an ample supply this year to accommodate new customers. 
miesoad ot large flowered decoratives. «0... .5.0s- eee teense: 5.00 
UCCIEOINCACTUS VAlOlIOS... . .cfead vets ace .sw S62 naEe se see 5.00 
ipeesocd-of large flowered semi-cactus. 3.0... c. cee. eee eee 5.00 
Packets of 25 or 50 seeds at the same rate. 
SEEDLING PLANTS 
The growing of dahlias from seed is rapidly becoming a "side hobby" of dahlia 
enthusiasts. Each dahlia produced from seed is a new variety, and the one who 
produces it is privileged to name it and control the stock of it. Altho a great majority 
of the new varieties produced from seed are inferior to existing varieties, the thrill of 
anticipation in watching the first blooms open on each plant, and the greater thrill when 
something outstanding appears, makes the growing of seedlings a most fascinating 
project. 
For those who do not have the facilities for growing the seedling plants (seed sown 
indoors March Ist to 15th), we are offering seedling plants. These plants are from the 
same high grade seed offered above. The plants are carefully grown and “hardened 
off," and are ready for the garden when received. Priced as follows: 
$2.50 per dozen out of two inch pots. 
$1.50 per dozen out of flats (no soil) 
COLLECTIONS 
(All varieties in collections are strictly our selection.) 
COLLECTION B: Twelve roots (labeled). All different.............-02 ee eee 2.50 
COLLECTION C: Four plants, all different and all labeled, to acquaint new 
customers with our superior plants...........-.++ cess eee eees 1.00 
MEPEGlION:D: Six miniature dahlias (roots) ............00 ec ee ete ences 1.50 
COLLECTION E: Our popular De Luxe collection. Twelve roots, or twelve plants. 
(customers will please state preference for roots or plants).... 5.00 
ESTATES COLLECTIONS. We make up collections for large estates, in any quantity, 
at a price well below list prices of these same varieties, selected from our catalogue. 
These are made up to fit individual tastes and needs. Prices are a matter of cor- 
respondence. In writing for prices be sure to state the size and shape of plot or 
plots, their relation to other plantings, the general landscape effect desired, and 
any information that will aid us in making a selection exactly to your needs. List of 
varieties and quantity of each will be supplied by us with our quotations. 
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