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MARGARET DUROSS 
Photo courtesy of New York Journal - American 
MARGARET DUROSS—Was named in honor of an official of the N. Y. Journal- 
American. This is a grand dahlia in every respect, and it was immensely 
admired by the visitors at our garden this past season. The color of this 
lovely dahlia is amaranth pink with amaranth purple shadings. The petals 
are lacinated, giving it a pin cushion effect. Blooms average about 8 inches, 
or better, are of good substance and best of stems. Winner of a bronze 
medal at the A.D.S. show in 1942. Height of plant, 4% feet. Roots $2.50 
MICHAEL BLACK I. D. (Phillips-Oakleigh)—An outstanding new Informal in 
the big bloom class. Without forcing, this splendid variety just naturally 
grows large — blooms 10-12 inches with good depth and perfect formation. 
Folage and plant growth always healthy and insect-resisting—never stunts. 
Color is a velvety Reddish Purple that does not fade. 
Root $4.00 Plant $2.00 
MOON-GLO F. D. (Parrella-Hulin)—Color, lemon yellow. High center which 
gives it a distinct glow. Height, 4% feet. Roots $1.50 
MRS. E. J. (Rocky River, R. C.)—Clear brilliant pink with white centers and 
very lghtly tipped white. Exceptionally good substance. Winner of 8 
Certificates of Merit. Root $3.00 Plant $1.59 

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