DAHLIA SEED 

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MR. PAPE, GROWER OF THE SEED WE OFFER 
The growing of dahlias from seed is rapidly becoming a ‘side hobby" of dahlia 
enthusiasts. Each dahlia produced from seed is a new variety, and the one who 
produces it is privileged to name it and control the stock of it. Altho a great majority 
of the new varieties produced from seed are inferior to existing varieties, the thrill of 
anticipation in watching the first blooms open on each plant, and the greater thrill when 
something outstanding appears, makes the growing of seedlings a most fascinating 
project. 
Sow dahlia seed during the month of March in flats, or flower pots, with good 
drainage. Soil should be porous. Place the seeds on top of the soil and then cover the 
seeds with about half an inch of horticultural grade of Vermiculite. Sand is a satis- 
factory substitute for Vermiculite, but will require more attention to keep it properly 
moist. Water as often as necessary to maintain moisture at the seed level. The 
first seedlings will appear in a few days, while others may require a month, or several 
weeks to come up. High germination is largely dependent upon maintaining a proper 
supply of moisture over the entire period. 
Seedlings may be transplanted to other flats (of soil) or into flower pots after 
they have been up about a week. 
CALIFORNIA GROWN 
100 seed of large flowered decoratives........... 5.00 net 
[0G) sean soficactus’ varioties...«. 4% 555) Gas re 5.00 net 
100 seed of large flowered semi-cactus........... 5.00 net 
hOO0E<cadianvatype or-mixed. ssi. 9 se eee, oe 40.00 net 
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