
Prize Dahlias ae 1947 
e This collection has been selected from the finest of the late introductions, all have been "'Honor 
Roll’ Dahlias, and we know you will be well pleased with every one of them. : 
~CirY OF CLEVELAND. Large, well-formed blooms of bright orange suffused scarlet. A strong, 
healthy grower.that deserves a place in every garden. Blooms measure up to 10 inches across. 
60c each; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. \ 
GLAMOUR. A tall, rugged Dahlia producing its large blooms on good stiff stems. The color is 
purple veined violet and the blooms often measure 11 inches across. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.50, 
postpaid. 
pe peeo US. A perenk Honor Roll variety with large, gorgeous blooms. A lovely shade of pink 
overlaid wi emon yellow. ong, strong stems make it ideal for cutting. One of the very best. 
$1.00 each; 3 for $2.50, postpaid. z eis 
KILGORE’S KING. Huge blooms of yellow shaded pink at the center, often measuring 12 inches 
across. A Dahlia that will stand a lot of abuse and still come through. 80c each; 3 for $2.00, 
postpaid. 
oa VICTORY. One of the newest Dahlias in existence. The large blooms measuring up to eleven 
inches are a beautiful shade of pink without the usual trace of lavender found in most pink 
Dahlias. The stems are long and stiff, holding the flower well above the foliage. $1.00 each; 3 for 
$2.50, postpaid. 
SPECIAL OFFER. One each of the above 5 Prize Dahlias for only $3.50, postpaid. 
Exhibition Dahlia Collection 
This collection includes only those varieties that produce extra large fine blooms that you can 
be proud to have in your garden and display in the flower shows. 
D’ARCY SAINSBURY. This is generally considered by every grower as the finest white deco- 
rative yet produced. It is an Australian product and has been a champion wherever shown. The 
blooms are immense, held erect’ on cane-like stems, always facing sideways and do not burn in 
’ hottest weather. Plants 4% feet high. Has a suede-like leaf which is very resistant to insects. 
75e each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
DAUGHTER OF VENUS. Very large flower of bluish rose with center petals of delicate orchid. 
A beautiful exhibition Dahlia. 75c each ; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
DETROITER. An Honor Roll Dahlia that has always been outstanding wherever shown. Large 
blooms of rich velvety red. . Very early and free flowering. 75c¢ each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
EMPIRE. An extremely strong grower, producing attractive, 8 to 12 inch flowers of bright golden 
yellow. Extra long stems for cutting. 75¢ each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
GENESEE. Very large flowers of bright orange. Medium height, plant of robust habit and very 
free flowering. 75c each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
THOMAS EDISON. Large biooms of deep royal-purple. An exceptionally fine flower and a 
winner of many awards. This variety was personally selected by Mr. Edison to bear his name. 
75¢ each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
; One each of the above six Exhibition Dahlias for only $3.75, 
SPECIAL OFFER.  jostbaia 
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“Best Seller Collection 
Each year we watch the trend of public opinion and include in this collection moderately priced 
varieties that have proven their popularity, year after year. 
JANE COWL (Decorative). Deep, massive bloom of bronzy-buff and old gold, shading deeper at 
a perfect center. Without special care it often reaches ten inches in diameter and by special care 
and disbudding it will grow to twelve and fourteen inches. 60c each; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. 
MANDARIN (Infotmal Decorative). Brilliant Oriental scarlet and golden yellow flowers, with 
curled petals, on heavy 4 foot stems. One of the most massive and striking Dahlias grown. A 
thrifty grower and free bloomer. 45¢ each; 3 for $1.05, postpaid. 
MARSHALL’S PIN. True pink flowers of medium size and considered by many growers to be 
. the finest pink ever produced. A very profuse bloomer on good stems. 60c each; 3 for $1.50, 
postpaid. 
MRS. GEORGE LE BOUTILLIER (Informal Decorative). A giant flower of deep crimson red. 
An exceptionally good cut flower for its size, hé!d well above the foliage. 60c each; 3 for $1.50, 
postpaid. i 
MRS. |. DE VER WARNER (Decorative). Clear lilac-rose coloring seldom seen in a Dahlia; 
beautifully formed; carried well on long extra strong stems ; wonderful cut flower variety. Blooms 
often reach 10 inches or more across. A prize winner. 40c¢ each; 3 for 90c, postpaid. 
THE COMMODORE. Gigantic blooms, often measuring 12 inches across, of clear, lemon yellow. 
‘A very fine variety. 50c each; 3 for $1.20, postpaid. 
= SPECIAL OFFER. yee coy the above six ‘‘Best Seller’’ Dahlias for only 
Cactus Dahlia Collection 
Cactus Dahlias are becoming more popular each year, and we offer this year an assortment 
that any one can afferd to grow. Their curiously quiiled and twisted petals make them unusually 
interesting. They are extremely free flowering and unexcelled as cut flowers. 
 BRIDE’S BOUQUET. Medium sized flower of ETENARD DE LYON. Large purple flower. A 
pure white. very fine bloom. 
CELIA. Large flower of a beautiful shade) of MELODY. Yellow, often tipped white. 
lavender-pink. SCARAMOUCHE. Large flower of Indian-red. 
PRICE Your choice of the above five Cactus Dahlias at 30c each; 3 for 75c; or all five for 




a only $1.00, postpaid. 
4  Pompon Dahlia Collection 
es Pompon Dahlias are perfectly formed, miniature ball-type flowers from one to two inches across. 
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time on a single plant. The feilowing varieties are ideal for cutting: 
AMBER QUEEN. Bronze GOLDEN QUEEN. Rich, pure yellow. 
<a : 7 ROSA WALMOUTH. Bright pink. 
IR. JIM. Purple shaded white. SPY. Brilliant red. 
PRICES: Your choice of the above five Pompon Dahlias at 35c each; 8 for 90¢; or all five 



= for only $1.25, postpaid. 
Bloom continuously from July until frost. Not uncommon to find 25 to 50 flowers open at one 

D’Arcy Sainsbury 







BARGAIN DAHLIA 
GARDEN 
We have room to list only a certain number of 
Dahlias each year yet we have a large number 
of varieties that are not listed separately. In 
order that our customers can take advantage of 
these additional varieties at a very low cost, we 
will put them up in collections of our selection of 
varieties only. 
10 Dahlias for $2.00 
Each one a different variety, delivered postpaid. 
Ask for ‘‘ Bargain Dahlia Garden.’’ 

Victory 
Burgess Seed & Plant Co. 
GALESBURG, MICHIGAN 

