SWAYNE'S GARDENS successor to O. M. PUDOR -!- Puyallup, State of Washington 

Dahlias 
The dahlias we offer are carefully selected varieties. A few of the old standbys and newer 
varieties of exceptional merit. Remember, Washington grown dahlias are the finest. 
EXHIBITION TYPE 
ALICE McLEAN (SC) An outstanding Dahlia and winner of two achievement medals. A dark 
velvety red with silver maroon reverse. High, tight center, beautiful formation. .Good stems, 
very free flowering. Medium height. Each $1.50 
AZURA (ID) Rosy lilac with a bluish violet sheen. Strong stems that can support the large blooms 
10 to 12 inches across, which can compete in large bloom class. Tall. Each 75c 
BALLEGO’S GLORY (FD) Large flowers of a rich mahogany shade with each petal edged in 
gold. Long stiff stems. Each $1.09 
BEAUTE (SC) Cne of the most satisfactory yellow cactus for all-around purposes. Petals incurved 
slightly at tips gives appearance of balls of pale gold. Low branching habits permits 30 inch 
stems, perfectly stiff. Many blooms produced at a time. Medium tall height. Each $1.08 
BLUE MOON (IC) A strong growing variety producing fairly large blooms of good depth. An 
unusual color of lavender shading to lilac-purple at the base, giving a bluish effect. Blooms are 
held on long arms, well above the leathery foliage. Tall. Each $2.00 
CAROL LEE (SC) This large flower of 10 to 12 inches has petals which twist and roll together at 
the ends and a high tight center, giving it a beautiful formation. The color is nearly white 
with a mallow-pink along the veins. Good foliage and long stems. On the Pacific Coast Honor 
Roll. 3% to 4 feet. ; Each $3.00 
CHAS. L. MASTICK (FD) A rich golden orange that in some seasons shows a pinkish cast. The 
flower does not begin to round back until the petals in the outer rows make a sudden sweep 
stemward. The unfolding petals at the full center are gracefully curled; the maturing petals 
are broad and look as though they were ruffled on. An exceptionally fine cut flower. A 
Dahlia of perfect formation, size and stem. Bush 4 feet. Each 75c 
CLARA CARDER (FD) A Dahlia that grows naturally large with petals twisted or cupped. The 
color is a soft Cyclamen pink, a true pastel tone. A strong growing variety with stiff stems 
that hold the big blooms well above the foliage. Height 4% feet. Each 75c 
CROYDON LILAC (FD) A striking dahlia of a lilac, or bluiish mauve color. Each $1.00 
CYRIL VERSHAVE (SC) A bright velvety red held high on long strong stems. Each $1.00 
DOROTHY PERRY (C) A large bright crimson of good substance. A very prolific bloomer. Me- 
dium. Each 50c 
FLAMINGO (FD) A lovely bright salmon pink. Petals are cupped, making a strikingly different 
dahlia. Each $2.00 
FOREST FIRE (ID) A very flashy yellow, heavily tipped scarlet of large size and fine keeping 
qualities. The medium low bush makes it ideal for landscaping. Each 50c 
GERRIE HOECK (FD) Delicate pastel rose flowers of medium size, with a neat, dainty appearance. 
Fine for cutting. Each $2.50 
GRAND SLAM (SC) A true type semi-cactus that is beautiful to look at and a joy to grow. The 
color is striking; a tyrian rose, citron yellow and amaranth pink. The general effect is pink. 
Very free-flowering on strong stems. You will enjoy the real beauty of this flower once you 
see it. Medium height. Each $1.00 
JANE COWL (ID) This Dahlia has been a success wherever grown. The color is buff and old gold 
blending to apricot and old rose at the center. The type of growth is ideal, with strong stems 
holding the giant blooms upright. No one should be without this one, for its perfect form 
stem and bloom satisfy. Height 5 to 6 feet. Each 50:2 
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