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IVORY PRINCESS S. C. (Hawkins-Ruschmohr)—A grand dahlia with a brand 
new color. A beautiful shade of ivory. Something that is very much needed 
in this color class. Blooms are very large and are held on stiff stems. This 
variety has received many awards in different shows. Height, 6 feet. 
Roots $3.00 Piant $1.50 
JAMES KIRBY I. D.—Rich Ruby Red. 75¢ 
JANE COWL I. D.—Color, a glistening bronzy buff and gold, blending to a 
deeper shade at the center. Height, 6 feet. Roots 50c 
JANE LAUSCHE S. C. (Rocky River)—11 ty 6. Bi-color; rosy mauve tipped 
white. You will hear so much ebout this dahlia that I will content mvself 
with referring to it as one of the most beautiful dahlias. Plant $3.50 
JEAN TRIMBEE S. C.—Color, a rich petunia violet and many blooms close to 
12 inches. An unusual and outstanding variety. Height, 5% feet. Roots $1.00 
TEN BRIEF SUGGESTIONS TO THE AMATEUR 
ON HOW TO GROW BETTER DAHLIAS 
1. Select easily grown varieties and those giving full satisfaction. 
Prepare the selected planting spot well and place the supporting stake. 
3. Dig a hole next to the stake, about 10 inches in diameter and 7 to 8 inches deep, and place 
one handful of bonemeal in the hole, or any other recommended fertilizer and mix thoroughly 
with the soil before planting. 
4. Place roots in flat position with the sprout or “eye” facing upwards. Cover lightly with 
about 2 inches of soil. In doing this be careful not to damage the sprout. As the plant 
grows, fill around the stem with soil. 
5. Do not plant too early. At times, too early planting spoils good roots. I would suggest 
planting from June Ist on, except in climates where a short growing season is prevalent. 
In that case use your own judgment. 
6. is the soil well cultivated throughout the season, and prevent weeds from outgrowing the 
plant. 
7. Water plants during hot weather at least once a) week. Do not merely sprinkle them, but 
soak them. This must be done after sundown. 
8. Tie the plant to the supportive stake with soft cord, at distance of 12 inches apart. This is 
done as an added security against destruction by wind and storm. Spray with any reliable 
parasitacide at least once every two weeks. 
9. About August Ist, scatter a handful of bonemeal about 6 inches around the stem and rake 
it gently into the soil. Other fertilizers may be used if desired. Do not use excessive amounts 
of fertilizer as injury to the roots will result. 
10. About August 15th, the same treatment as above is applied. Disbudding at this time aids 
in the formation of bigger and better flowers and longer stems. This should insure good 
results. If any other information is desirable, I will gladly forward ‘you the same. 
SPRING IS COMING 
The long dark winter is coming to a close, 
And the days are getting longer all can see; 
We all rejoice with the coming of Spring, 
It is the life of nature as well as you and me. 
The bull frogs will soon be a-croaking, 
And the birds will be singing in the trees; 
The tulips are peeping through the ground, 
And soon we’ll hear the buzzing of the bees. 
The grass is a little greener on the lawn, 
And we have received the catalogue of seeds ; 
The garden rake will soon be in use, 
Then we'll be busy clearing out the weeds. 
What a joy it is to watch the flowers grow, 
And the fruit trees putting out their buds; 
There is something in Spring that gives you life, 
And sce the potato bugs don’t get your spuds. 
There is music in the rustle of the leaves, 
And we lis‘en to the murmur of the brook; 
What is more charming than the singing of birds? 
Nothing! Not even the latest best selling book. 
The Spring of life is a hapny sunshine time, 
Let us try to make it happy for someone ; 
We only live onee upon this mundane sphere, 
And the springtime of life will soon be done. 
CHARLES ROWLAND 

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