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Hart & Vicks DAHLIAS. 
The tubers we offer are all grown here in the North by expert Dahlia men. They are dug and taken 
care of correctly and come to you in large divisions, healthy, and with at least one eye or sprout. 
Classifications as made by the American Dahlia Society are as follows: 
Formal Decorative—F.D.; 
Informal Decorative—!.D.; Semi-Cactus—S.C.; Cactus—C. 
Cultural directions are sent with every order of Dahlia tubers. 
LARGE FLOWERING KINDS 
Avaion. F.D. Many call this the very best yel- 
low of the Formal Decorative type. Blooms are 
large, 8 inches across, and unusually deep. Petals 
of good substance and clear bright cadmium- 
“yellow. Plant rather strong growing with an 
abundance of foliage. 
Tubers, 60c each; 3 for $1.65 
Blue River. F.D. Deep lavender-blue flowers, 
8 inches across, on long, wiry stems. Plant grows 
about 5 feet tall and bears an abundance of 
blooms very early in the season. 
Tubers, 75c each; 3 for $2.10 
Clara Carder. |.D. A strong growing variety 
of soft Cyclamen-pink. A profuse, midseason 
bloomer that grows naturally large. Petals are 
unusually twisted and cupped. 
Tubers, 85c each; 3 for $2.35 
Clara Clemens. F.D. Red tipped white. Very 
striking. Later in season petals quill sufficlently 
to qualify as a ball Dahlia. Grows 5 feet tall; 
blooms 4x3, well formed. 
Tubers, $1.15 each; 3 for $3.25 
Countess of Lonsdale. C. This favorite from 
England has always been one of the most popu- 
lar for cut flower and decorative purposes. Most 
abundant blooms, charming old rose tint. 
Tubers, 60c each; 3 for $1.65 
F.D. Color is a clear shade of 
The large, clean flowers average 10 
inches in diameter and can be grown 14 inches. 
Stems very long and stiff. This is the finest 
lavender Dahlia we have ever seen; it has been 
heartily acclaimed by all who have seen it 
growing. Tubers, $1.15 each; 3 for $3.25 
Jane Cowl. |.D. Exceptionally large and well 
formed flowers of buff, gold and salmon. A tall, 
strong growing kind and very popular. 
Tubers, 75c each; 3 for $2.10 
Jane Ross. 1.D. A striking large flower of vel- 
vety, reddish purple, which does not fade. The 
naturally large flowers are held well above the 
rugged plants on good stems. 
Tubers, 75c each; 3 for $2.10 
Jersey’s Beauty. F.D. This fine pink was the 
first truly florist’s Dahlia, and still is a standard 
for cutting. The blooms should be cut promptly 
as soon as open and not allowed to fade on the 
bush. Tubers, 75c each; 3 for $2.10 
Jersey’s Dainty. C. Pure white straight Cactus. 
Very good for cutting and exhibition; a prolific 
bloomer with long, straight stems - beginning 
about midseason. Foliage dark and healthy. 
Tubers, 75c each; 3 for $2.10 
Le Toreador. F.D. Red. One of the finest red 
Dahlias in tne Formal Decorative class. Huge, 
perfectly shaped flowers 6 inches or more in 
diameter on long, straight stems. Plant strong 
growing with an abundance of rich green foliage. 
A splendid variety for exhibition or cut flower 
Purposes. Tubers, 60c each; 3 for $1.65 
Michigan White. S.C. Here we think this the 
very best white, Semi-Cactus variety. The flower 
has splendid form and substance, good size, 8 
inches across and the 4-foot plant can be de- 
pended on to furnish flowers in quantity. 
Tubers, $1.25 each; 3 for $3.50 
Mrs. James Albin. F.D. Yellow, soft lemon- 
yellow. Strong bush and excellent foliage. Good 
keeper and excellent for cutting. 
Tubers, 65c each; 3 for $1.80 
Mrs. George Le Boutillier. |.D. Deep rich 
carmine-red flowers grow to a very large size, 
about 10 inches across and 5 inches deep. Com- 
mands attention wherever shown. 
> Tubers, 65c each; 3 for $1.80 
. stand feeding. 
Mrs. Wm. §S. Knudsen. |.D. Glistening pure 
white flower that has won many awards at 
Dahlia Exhibitions throughout the country. An 
easily grown kind that does well just about 
everywhere it is planted. 
Tubers, $1.15 each; 3 for $3.25 
Nathan Hale. F.D. A favorite cut flower of 
deep orange-bronze. A late bloomer. 
Tubers, 65c each; 3 for $1.80 
Oakleigh Monarch. F.D. Blood-red. Stems 
strong and erect. Flowers easily attain exhibi- 
tion size. Grows best in garden culture and will 
Tubers, 75c¢c each; 3 for $2.10 
Omar Khayyam. F.D. An unusual coloring of 
Chinese red, shading to bright orange and tipped 
lighter, giving a wonderful soft color effect. A 
tall, healthy grower, with strong foliage. A good 
root maker. Tubers, 85c each; 3 for $2.35 
Silver Lady. F.D. Giant blooms, 10 inches 
across, of pure white, edged and flushed with 
lavender-pink. A very beautiful flower standing 
well above the foliage on very strong stems. 
Massive, strong growing, 5-foot tall, heavy 
bearing plants with many branches. 
Tubers, $1.25 each; 3 for $3.50 
Son of Satan. S.C. The largest flower in this 
class of Dahlias. Huge bright scarlet blooms 11 
inches across and 5 inches deep. Plant rugged, 
branching and grows 6 feet tall. Very free 
blooming. Tubers, 75c each; 3 for $2.10 
MINIATURE DAHLIAS 
Miniature Dahlias are pocket-size editions of 
the various large-flowering kinds: Cactus, Decor- 
ative, etc. The blooms are about 4 inches in 
diameter, make splendid flowers for cutting for 
house decoration and are becoming rapidly 
popular. 
Bishop of Llandaff. Bright scarlet with garnet 
center. Bronze-green foliage. 
Tubers, 45¢c each; 3 for $1.15 
Corinna. Smal!, perfectly formed, brilliant yel- 
low flowers of Miniature Decorative tvpe. 
Tubers, 45c each; 3 for $1.15 
Fairy. Soft violet-rose shading to mauve at the 
tips of the petals. Blooms continuously. 
Tubers, 45c each; 3 for $1.15 
lilac, good substance. Fine for 
Tubers, 60c each; 3 for $1.65 
Paula. Clear 
cutting. 
White Fawn. Best pure white of its kind. 
Rugged bush, heavy foliage, and prolific. 
Tubers, 60c each; 3 for $1.65 
POMPON DAHLIAS 
A miniature of the Show or Ball type Dahlia, 
with flowers seldom over 2 inches in diameter. 
The plants are easily grown and bear prolificly 
over a long season. A type that is becoming very 
popular. 
Amber Queen. Amber shaded rich apricot. 
Catherine. Pure rich cancry-yellow. 
Betty Anne. Soft rose-pink. 
Joe Fette. 
Johnny Peppin. Dark red. 
Sou. Von Glitter. Orange-scarlet. 
Price of any of above: 
Tubers, 45c each; 3 for $1.15. 
Pure white. 
Collection of these six kinds, one of each, 
for $2.35, postpaid. 
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These are the Lively tle Pompon Dahlias 

Son of Satan is a Semi-Cactus Type Dahlia 
Blue River is in the Formal Decorative Class 

