A RAINBOW OF SELECTIONS IN DAHLIAS 
Dahlias should not be planted until the ground is warm, usually around the first part of 
April. Dig a hole about six inches deep in rich, well pulverized soil. Place the root on its 
side with the eye up and a stake firmed into the soil two inches out from where the stem will 
grow. Cover with two inches of soil and fill in the remainder of the hole as the plant grows. 
After several sets of leaves have developed pinch off the top so that it will grow bushy and 
strong. Cultivate often, feed regularly, and mulch with peat moss when the blooms appear. 
DAHLIA—AVALON 

AVALON. Formal decorative variety. Flower 
is large yellow. This variety makes strong and 
sturdy plants. 
COMMODORE. Huge canary yellow blooms 
that shine like the gold braid of a comodore’s 
uniform. Add this variety to complete your col- 
lection. 
GALLANT FOX. A formal decorative dahlia 
in a red color that is truly out of this world. The 
flowers are large and the plants are strong. 
JANE COWL. A two-tone dahlia comprisin 
buff and old gold blending into apricot an 
rose at the center. This variety is a fine exhibi- 
tion variety and good for cutting. It is one ot 
the most universally grown dahlia tubers. 
JEAN KERR. Bushes are compact with blooms 
see well above the foliage. The color is pure 
white. 
JERSEY WHITE BEAUTY. A white Jersey 
beauty somewhat similar in quality and size 
to Jersey Beauty. A good white that is excep- 
tional for its keeping qualities. 
JERSEY’S BEACON. Scarlet with tints of buff. 
lassed as a good red; not a new variety, but 
a good old timer. Very worthwhile. 
MRS. I .D. VERWARNER. The dahlia that will 
be popular forever. This is proven by the fact 
that these have been planted for the past 20 
yeors. Very prolific, the color being lilac rose. 
MISCELLANEOUS BULBS AND ROOTS 
Butterfly Lilies 
(Hedychium Coronarium) 
Natives in the South Sea Islands use the 
intoxicatingly sweet white blossoms of the 
butterfly lily, sometimes called ginger lily, for 
their leis. Height 3 to 5 feet; foliage similar to 
that of a canna; sun or shade, but plenty of 
moisture. Price, 25¢ each; 2 for 45c, postpaid. 
Tuberose 
SINGLE MEXICAN. This is the most satisfac 
tory for the South. Very fragrant. Bulbs should 
be dug in the fall, and separated in the spring 
before planting. 75¢ dozen; 50 bulbs, $2.95; 100 
bulbs, $5.75, postpaid. 

TIGRIDIA 
Red Spider Lily 
Lycoris Radiata 
This plant is most generawy xnown as Spider 
Lily. The attractive rose-colored blooms appear 
(like the amaryllis) without foliage about 10 
weeks after planting. The leaves appear after 
the flowers are gone. Bulbs available May to 
September. Price l5c¢ each; 2 for 25c; dozen, 
$1.25, postpaid. 
Nicholson’s Cannas 
Nothing Is More Attractive Than a Bed of 
Cannas 
CITY OF PORTLAND. 31/2 feet. The flowers 
are of the largest size, borne on heavy trusses. 
The color is a glowing shade of pink. The foli- 
age is substantial and strong, of rich green 
YELLOW KING HUMBERT. 5 feet. Lemon yel- 
low, stippled red. Dark green foliage. Similar 
to Red King Humbert, except in color of blooms. 
KING HUMBERT. 5 feet. Fiery red, with large, 
bronze, heart-shaped leaves. The flower heads 
are large, with ruffled blooms. 
THE PRESIDENT. 4 feet. Immense firm flowers 
of rich glowing scarlet, produced on strong, 
erect stalks. Green stocky foliage. 
WYOMING. Scarlet flowers, green foliage. A 
good, strong grower of about 4) feet. 
Price of any of the above, 15c each; $1.50 
dozen, postpaid. 
Tigridia 
TIGRIDIA (Shell Flower of Mexico). Few, if 
any, flowers are more gorgeously colored or so 
beautiful. Very easily grown but like sunny 
location in well drained soil. Ideal for beds 
or borders. Blooms from the middle of July to 
September. Prices, Dozen, $1.25; 100 for $9.50, 
postpaid. 
Sprekelia 
Formosissima (Jacobean Lily) 
Closely related to the Amaryllis, bearing 
showy brilliant crimson flowers. These bulbs 
may be planted in the spring out-of-doors or 
can be used as a house plant during the spring. 
Price, 40c each; $4.00 dozen, postpaid. 
Ismene 
Calathina 
A good summer blooming bulb with clusters 
of fragrant white flowers. Price, 30c each; 
$3.00 dezen, postpaid. 
ROSE GLORY. A rose lavender color that will 
surprise you. The color is just soft enough to 
make it lovely. A formal decorative variety. 
THOMAS EDISON. True royal purple, the 
iminense flowers are very large. They are held 
straight on long, strong stems. Measures about 
ten inches across. 
Prices of above: 40c each; $3.95 per dozen, 
postpaid. 
Dahlias—Honor Roll 
Varieties 
DETROITER. Decorative variety; rich, deep 
ted color. A collector's item. 
WM. G. WYLLIE. A yellow and pink decora- 
tive variety with perfect texture of the flower. 
A blend of unusual coloring. 
LANTS WHITE. Large white flowers; good, 
strong plants. A new variety that is worth- 
while. 
COLONEL LEWIS. The Colonel is one of the 
better decorative type dahlias. Pure, large, 
deep pink; irresistible. 
DADDY KEMP. Huge purple; good texture, 
good plant. An outstanding dahlia. 
Price of above: 60c each; $6.00 per dozen, 
postpaid. 

CANNA—THE PRESIDENT 
Mexican Love Vines 
(Antigonon Leptopus) 
Also called Queen’s Wreath. Should not be 
planted until ground is warm, as cold soil will 
cause the bulb to rot. We make shipment be- 
fore April lst only at Customer’s Risk. A beau- 
tiful perennial vine, with sprays of glowing 
pink flowers all summer. The vine dies in the 
winter and comes up again from the root in the 
spring. Always plant on the south side of the 
house. This is one of the most beautiful climbers 
grown. Everyone wanting beautiful vines 
should plant some of these Mexican Love Vines. 
65c each, or 2 for $1.25, postpaid. 
Montbretias 
(Mixed) 
Hardy gladiolus, or best described as “‘little 
fountains of bright color.’’ One of *heir great 
merits is their long bicoming period. Plant in 
the spring in full sun and if left in the ground 
will propagate abundantly, but winter st () 
is advised unless protected. They grow to the 
height of 18 inches, red and yellow shades 
predominating.Price, $1.00 per dozen, postpaid. 
ROBERT NICHOLSON SEED CO. 
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DALLAS, TEXAS 

