

OLDS’ EXQUISITE DAHLIAS 

Decorative Dahlia 
AVALON. (Decorative.) The finest bright 
yellow decorative for cutting we have seen. Long 
stems, ideal for cutting, splendid keeper when 
cut, very free-flowering. Plants three to four 
feet tall, flowers seven to eight inches across. 
Each, 35c; 3 for 90c, postpaid. 
CIGARETTE. (Cactus.) A beautiful Dahlia 
which derived its name from the appearance of 
the flower, which resembles a burning cigarette. 
White edged with orange. Each, 35c; 3 for 
90c, postpaid. 
COMMANDO. (Decorative.) One of the new 
varieties of exceptional merit. The large Lilac 
blue, or Phlox purple flowers are very strikitig. 
The bush is unusually vigorous and strong, and 
the flowers are carried on heavy erect stems. 
We highly recommend this variety. Each, 90c; 
3 for $2.40, postpaid. 7 
JANE COWL. (Decorative.) Color glistening 
bronze-buff and old gold. Flowers measure 10 
inches across. Plants 4% to 6 feet tall. A stem 
of unusual strength holds the giant flower. Each, 
50c; 3 for $1.35, postpaid. 
JEAN TRIMBEE. (Semi-Cactus.) A semi- 
cactus of unique color. The graceful fully, 
twisted, and curved petals are a charming Pe- 
tunia violet in color. They are held on stiff 
rigid stems well above the foliage. Vigorous 
grower. Each, 45c; 3 for $1.20, postpaid. 
JERSEY’S BEACON, 
(Decorative.) A uni- 
versal favorite as an exhibition and garden 
flower; color is a Chinese scarlet with a paler 
reverse, giving it a two-toned effect. Flowers 
are large and globular in shape. The plant is 
a vigorous grower, having splendid insect-resist- 
ing foliage. Each, 50c; 3 for $1.35, postpaid. 
JERSEY’S DAINTY. (Semi-Cactus.) A beau- 
tiful white slightly tinged lavender, with grace- 
ful curved and twisted petals. Flowers measure 
about 7 inches in diameter. - Good strong bush, 
The exquisite flowers are excellent for cutting. 
Each, 50c; 3 for $1.35, postpaid. 
LOIS WALCHER. (Decorative.) This large 
bi-color dahlia won five achievement medals in 
one season and we consider it one of the most 
attractive grown. The color is a true purple 
with the outer petals or one-third of flower pure 
white. Flowers are on good strong stems and 
measure about 8 inches in diameter. Each, 
90c; 3 for $2.40, postpaid. 
MONMOUTH CHAMPION. (Decorative.) A 
brilliant orange flame red glistening in light. 
One of the favorites. A good producer of per- 
fect blooms through entire season. Each, 50c; 
3 for $1.35, postpaid. 
MRS. GEORGE LE BOUTELLIER. (Decora- 
tive.) Bloom 9-12 inches across. Plants 3-4 
feet tall. Mammoth rich deep crimson. One 
of the largest Dahlias grown. Each, 50c; 3 for 
$1.35, postpaid, 
MRS. I. DE VER WARNER. (Decorative.) 
Blooms 8-9% inches across, plants 5-6 feet tall. 
Rich clear layender or violet-rose. Gigantic 
flowers, very long stems, most abundant bloomer. 
Highly recommended, Each, 35c; 3 for 90c¢, post- 
paid. 
PRIDE OF STRATFORD. (Decorative.) 
Early large fine shaped flowers of cadmium 
orange. Very free-flowering, fine strong stems. 
Four to five feet high. Best large orange. Each, 
40c; 3 for $1.35, postpaid, 
CULTURE: Plant roots with live eyes 
in hills or drills lying flat down, 6 inches 
deep. Do not stand the root on end, as you 
want the roots down fairly deep to provide 
ample moisture in dry weather. Commercial 
fertilizer, Vigoro, or well-rotted manure will 
produce better plants and larger flowers. 
However, care must be taken that the bulbs 
do not come in direct contact with the fer- 
tilizer. Work the fertilizer into the goil 
before planting and then apply about % 
inch of good garden soil over this before 
planting. Dahlias, for best results, should 
be spaced in rows at least 3 feet apart and 
at least 18 inches apart in the row. Keep 
well cultivated. 
After the frost has killed the tops, dig 
the tubers, remove the tops and turn upside 
down for a few hours, leaving as much dirt 
on the clump as possible. Store in a cool 
root cellar away from furnace heat. In the 
spring, divide the tubers, making sure that 
at least one live eye, which is on a portion 
of the crown, is on each division you plant. 
Bulbs without eyes are worthless. 
Store your bulbs in Mica Grow. 
See page 70. 
Please Note: 
April 15th, 
CARE OF DAHLIA BLOOMS 
Dahlias will last several days when cut it 
properly handled. Strip the foliage except at 
the top and emerse in hot water. Do not have 
the water any hotter than what your hand will 
stand. After the water cools, transfer the 
flowers to a pail of cold water and place in the 
cellar over night. 
PRINCE OF PERSIA. (Decorative.) Flow- 
ers eight to nine inches across, plants three 
to four feet tall. Intense fiery crimson-scarlet, 
the richest and most intense of all the reds, a 
giant among giants, strong vigorous grower. 
Bach, 50c; 3 for $1.35, postpaid. 
ROYCROFT. (Semi-Cactus.) Flowers 7% to 
8% inches across, plants 2% to 3 feet tall. Most 
exquisite clear bright cinnamon shade, one of 
the finest clear bronze tones yet developed, plants 
start blossoming very early, have wonderfully 
long stiff stems, and blossom very abundantly. 
Each, 50c; 3 for $1.35, postpaid. 
SATAN, (Semi-Cactus.) This is a semi-cactus 
type with flame red horn-like petals rolled and 
ineurved perfectly. Very tall, large leaves. 
Each, 75c; 3 for $1.80, postpaid. 
THOMAS EDISON. (Decorative.) Giant royal 
purple flowers growing on long stiff stems. While 
an old variety, it is still one of the most popu- 
lar in its color class. Each, 60c; 3 for $1.50, 
postpaid. 
Bulbs are not mailed until 
OLDS’ FINEST MIXED DAHLIAS 
A mixture of all choice named varieties 
showing every shape and color to be found 
These are grown as mixed and 
identified and we 
in dahlias. 
the varieties cannot be } } V 
cannot send named varieties from this mix- 
ture at prices quoted, If separate colors are 
wanted, order the named varieties. Prices: 
8 for 45c; 6 for 80c; 12 for $1.50; 50 for 
$5.50, postpaid. 


Olds’ Finest Mixed Dahlias, 
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Cactus Dahlia 
TOWERS EMPIRE. (Decorative.) A tall 
growing plant with dark green lacy foliage. 
Flowers are large deep golden yellow of informal 
formation. An early and very free bloomer. 
Each, 60c; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. 
WHITE KING.  (Decorative.) A beautiful 
snow white Dahlia of perfect form. Medium 
size flowers are produced in abundance on stiff 
wiry stems, Ideal for cutting over a long period 
of time. Each, 40c; 3 for $1.05, postpaid. 

Cactus Dahlia with Pompon 
POMPONS 
Pompon Dahlias are gaining ‘in popularity. 
Their profuse ever-blooming nature and their 
small dainty flowers make-them ideal for floral 
decorations and cut flowers. 
AMBER QUEEN, (Pompon.) Exquisite blend- 
ing of amber to apricot. Very free-flowering, 
splendid for table decoration. Strong, vigorous 
grower. Hach, 30c; 3 for 75c, postpaid. 
CARDINAL. (Pompon.) Bright flaming 
scarlet-red. Hach, 30c; 3 for 75c. 
JOE FETTE. (Pompon.) The best little 
white dahlia ever grown. Always loaded 
with small clear white flowers on fine 
graceful stems. Each, 40c; 3 for $1.05. 
MARY MUNNS., (Pompon.) A beautiful 
little pure lavender, which is excellent for 
cutting and exhibition, Hach, 30c; 3 for 
75c, postpaid. 
PINK PEARL. (Pompon.) Soft pink 
with yellow center. Fine long stems, 
very free flowering. Each, 40c; 3 for 
$1.05, postpaid. 
YELLOW GEM. (Pompon.) The best 
clear yellow Pompon, very free flowering 
on long stems. Flowers measure about 
1% inches in diameter and the bush at- 
tains a height of about 3 feet. Each, 
40c; 3 for $1.05, postpaid. 
POMPON COLLECTION 
We offer one each of these six 
) above 
for $1.75, postpaid. This is a real 
bargain and should not be overlooked. 
dainty Pompon Dahlias listed 

