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MINIATURE DAHLIAS 
Flowers 314 inches in diameter or less 
These are increasing in popularity and interest. After careful tests, we are including many 
new, and meritorious varieties, giving a complete range of distinct colors and forms. All 
types of Dahlias are to be found in this section, but the plants are dwarf and the flowers are 
perfect gems, ideal for cut-flower purposes. They are also invaluable for borders, hedges or 
planting in the perennial garden. Since their height is between 11% and 3 feet, they need no 

Single Dahlia 
SINGLE DAHLIAS 
These are effective in the garden, and are 
wonderful for cut-bloom. 
Four beautiful colors are available: White, 
Pink, Red and Yellow. Sold in mixture only. 
40 cts. each, $3.60 for 10. 
POMPON DAHLIAS 
We offer below a select list of these beau- 
tiful Pompon Dahlias, a miniature form of 
the Show Dahlias, having the same ball-like 
form, but much smaller in size. The plants 
are also smaller, of branching habit, and pro- 
duce an endless profusion of flowers which 
are invaluable for table decoration and 
boutonniéres. 
Barbara Ann. Dainty pink. 
Edith Muller. Rosy orange and yellow. 
Golden Beauty. Bright yellow. 
Indian Chief. Rich red tipped white. 
Red Gem. Rich deep red. 
Snowbird. Pure white. 
Above 6 varieties, 35 cts. each, $3.25 for 10 
COLLECTION OF POMPON DAHLIAS 
Collection D. Six roots, one each of the above 
(value $2.10), for $1.75. 

supporting stakes and may be used for bedding. Pinch them to keep the plants uniform. 
ROYAL BLUE. F.D. (New.) Flowers 
21% to 3 inches across. An alluring blend 
of blue and royal purple, very striking; 
long stems and free flowering. $1 gach, 
$9 for 10. 
ROYAL BRONZE. F.D. (New.) Flowers 
3 to 31% inches across. Bright blend of 
orange and bronze; long stems and free 
flowering. $1 each, $9 for 10. 
ROYAL LAVENDER. F.D. (New.) Flow- 
ers 3 to 314 inches across, of bright true 
lavender. Long stems and free flowering. 
$1 each, $9 for 10. 
ROYAL COLLECTIONS 
The above three new miniature Dahlias, illus- 
trated on back cover. 
Collection E. 3 roots, one each (value $3.)....$2 75 
Collection F. 6 roots, two each (value $6.).... 5 25 
*BABY ROYAL. Semi-C. Salmon-pink 
shaded apricot. Free bloomer. 40 cts. 
each, $3.60 for 10. 
*BISHOP OF LLANDAFF. Peony-flowered. 
Bright scarlet; duplex form. Attractive 
fern-like, reddish purple foliage. 40 cts. 
each, $3.60 for 10. 
*BUCKEYE BABY. F.D. Bright buff- 
yellow and red flowers, small and com- 
pact, on long stems. 50 cts. each, $4.50 
for 10. 
*CORINNA. F.D. Well-formed blooms of 
brilliant yellow. 40 cts. each, $3.60 for 10. 
PRINCESS ALBA. F.D. Pure waxy white 
flowers of fine form. 50 cts. each, $4.50 
for 10. 
*RED ROBIN. F.D. Brilliant scarlet flow- 
ers. Early and free flowering. 50 cts. each, 
$4.50 for 10. 
*ROSEMARY. I.D. Salmon-pink, tinted 
with rose and yellow. 40 cts. each, $3.60 
for 10. 
*SYLVIA. F.D. Brilliant deep red; flowers 
of beautiful form. A low grower and free 
flowering. 50 cts. each, $4.50 for 10. 
COLLECTIONS 
OF MINIATURE DAHLIAS 
Collection G. 7 roots, 1 each, sorts marked * 
(value: 33:10) ey eee oe ne ee eee $2.50 
Collection H. 14 roots, 2 each, sorts marked * 
(vale. $620) Sees) aaa een yore eater 4.75 

Poles and Holes for Dahlias. Drive in Dahlia 
Poles four feet apart each way, and dig a hole at 
the foot of each. Drop in a handful of Sawco Dah- 
lia Food, and mix well. 
PLANTING DAHLIA 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 firmly. 
PRUNING DAHLIAS 
Limit main stems to two at most. Pinch the 
tops when the third pair of leaves shows; pinch the 
two main branches when the third pair shows. 
Limit buds one to a branch. 

COLLECTION—GIANT DOUBLE SORTS 
Collection A. Garden Full of Dahlias 
List value $8.35 for $5 
Sold in a Collection. Each tagged with its name. 
We offer'these at a saving because they are kinds of which we 
hold large stocks, and all of them are good. It is your opportunity 
to become acquainted with the delights of Dahlia-growing. 
Enormous flowering kinds, all different, and four of them are 
brand new—colors are sparkling. 
These‘are the varieties you get in Collection A 
Blue Bird. Blue. Kentucky Colonel. 
Cardinal King. Cardinal-red. orange-tan. 
Cherry Stone. New; cherry-red. Lavender Queen. Lavender. 
Golden Eclipse. Gold Red King. Red. 
Jean Kerr. White. Sparkler. New; yellow. 
Judy. New; Iavender-pink. White King. White. 
Yellow Queen. New; yellow. 
Twelve Exhibition Dahlias as named 
New; 
Collection B. Twelve Exhibition Dahlias $4 
List value minimum $6 for 
Our selection of splendid varieties in mixture. They do not 
have name-tags attached, but each is different, and all are large— 
no miniatures, pompons, or singles. At least one will be from 
the one-dollar price group, and at least one will be a two-color 
novelty sort, not yet on the market. 
Collection C 
Six Exhibition Dahlias, unnamed, $2.25 
Collection C is one-half Collection B, but is otherwise 
identical. List value is minimum $3. 

NEW YORK 8,N. Y. 
We supply non-tapering sticks, dyed green, suitable for supporting Dahlias at $2.75 per 
doz., $17 per 100. They measure 7in. x 7 in. x 6 ft. 
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