Edison’s Dahlias 

SARETT’S PINK FLAMINGO [Sarett, 1944] 
Incurved cactus. A clear rose pink incurved cactus of 
exquisite color and formation. As the bloom develops, 
colors change: young blooms are shell pink on petal with 
yellow blend at the base; mature blooms are deeper pink, 
with gold tones at the center and slight gold tips. The 
blooms are beautifully formed, with excellent substance 
and perfect centers, pointed, tight and symmetrical. Size 
8-11 inches, stem straight and strong. Vigorous grower, 
free flowering. A sure winner on the show table. Win- 
ner of many medals and prizes. 
| R. C. $1.50 Roots $4.00 
SEPTEMBER MORN (Hines), F. D. 
1938 introduction and perhaps the newest color introduced in 
years. Has won repeatedly. Bush low with dark, blue foliage. 
Color is best described as a deep, glowing orange. We advise 
every Dahlia grower to grow at least one plant. A real winner. 
Roots 75c 
SHELDON’S LOUISE [Sheldon], I. D. 
A gigantic bloom of a lovely, rich red with a slight pur- 
plish shade. 14 inches by 7 inches, at Bosto 1936, where 
it won First Prize and a Special Gold Medal. Plants 
grow 5 to 7 feet tall; blooms on giant stems, 3 to 4 feet 
Iong. Center perfect. 
Roots 85c 
SHERWOOD’S PEACH [Sherwood, 1944], ID. 
Another giant introduction. Color, ocherous buff. Size of 
blooms 11-14 inches by 8-9 inches in depth. Straight stiff 
stems. A sure contender in the largest bloom in the show 
class. On Eastern Honor Roll. 
R. C. 75c Roots $2.50 
SILVER JUBILEEE [Balley, 1945], 1 D. 
Bright rose pink tipped white. Something entirely new. 
Large informal decorative with all good qualities 
R. C. $2.00 
SIR FRANCIS DRAKE [Ballay, 1943], I. D. 
Golden Bronze shading deeper at the center. A very large 
flower 12 inches by 8 inches and a beauty with good 
habits. 
Roots $2.00 
SILVER LADY [Hillside, 1940], F. D. 
White lightly edged and flushed with lavender. A fine open 
grower with fine stems. Very appealing to those who like 
pastel shades. Received certificate at Fairmount Trial 
Grounds in 1938, also listed in House Beautiful Futurity. 
Roots $1.25 
SON OF SATAN (Slocum, 1937) 
An immense incurved cactus flame red with excellent stems. 
This sensational four Honor Roll Dahlia _is the strongest and 
most vigorous grower in our collection. The flowers are large 
and attractive. 
Roots 75c Net 
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