Edison’s Dahlias 
VIN WELL CRINELES, I.D., 1941 (Blamer-Parrella) 
Color, orchid shading to shrimp pink toward the tip. Petals 
crinkle, hence the name “‘Crinkles.’’ Size of bloom 81/2 inches 
x 5 inches or better. Long graceful stem holds the flower 
facing. Blooms are beautiful and very attractive to the eye. 
Early and prolific bloomer with insect-resisting foliage. 
Roots $1.00 
VIRGINIA RUTE (Chappaqua, 1939), I.D. 
An exceptionally large flower on extra long stems. Blooms ot 
deep rich velvety maroon with broad pointed petals, having 
tight centers, good form and substance, are held well out of the 
foliage on long erect stems. Easily grows to immense _ size 
without coddling. 12 to 14 inches by 9 inches deep. The bush 
growth is vigorous, the foliage insect resistant. Height 5 to 6 
feet. Don‘t miss growing this one. 
Roots $1.00 
VOLCANO (1937), F. D. 
It received a score of 89 at the Trial Grounds where it was 
claimed one of the best. It is a very rugged grower, blooms 
measuring 9 to 12 inches in diameter and 6 to 8 inches deep. 
Huge dimensions in every way. The flowers are_held on 
straight, strong stems two feet above the foliage. The color 
is an orange-flame red, which does not fade in the sun or rain. 
Roots 75c_ 
WAAC (Crooks) F.D., 1943 
We believe this to be the largest formal decorative in com- 
merce. Blooms consistently 11 inches to 12 inches. Long, stiff 
stems. Plants are insect resistant. Color, pastel shades with 
cream center and pink outer petals. A sure winner in the 
blend class. 
Roots $2.00 
WHIRLAWAY, (Pittman-Dahliadel, 1942), I.D. 
Color between lemon and sulphur-yellow. It can be put.up 
against some of the present quality yellows and win. Large, 
ll by 6 inches without much forcing. Foliage pointed like holly 
and very attractive. Good bush vitality. Stems fine. 
Roots $1.00 
WHITE ABUNDANCE, Dec. 
A pure creamy white and considered the best from abroad 
of its color. Received very favorable comments at Bronx 
Park the past season. 
Roots 85c 
WHITE JERSEY BEAUTY [Waite] F. D. 
A beautiful pure white of the Jersey Beauty formation. Good 
stems, fine for cutting. 
Roots 50c 
WHITE CHAMPION — Semi-Cac. [Pitman-Kemp] 
Bloom 13 by 9 inches, plant 6 to 7 feet. This outstanding 
white was awarded two Achievement Medals and the New 
Jersey Dahlia Society Honorary President’s Medal Season 
of 1942. This great white is different in that every one 
can grow it successfully in any kind of soil that will 
grow good corn. It has great vitality and is unusually 
prolific. 
Roots $1.75 
WHITE KNIGHT, S. C. 
A beautiful large pure white, artistic formation and good 
stems. 
Roots 50c 
WM. R. SHINKFIELD, I. D. 
Bloom 14x7. A huge Australian of a deep bronzy gold 
color. Wide spreading plants with broad heavy foriage. 
An outstanding dahlia in every respect. Don’t miss it. 
Bush 6 feet. 
Roots $1.50 
WINNING WAYS, (Dixie, 1941), I.D. 
Blooms 8 to 10 inches, center a creamy yellow, blending to a 
bright amaranth pink, each petal heavily based with chrome 
Roots 65c 
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