In dividing the clumps, all that is necessary is to have an eye for each root 
saved, and these eyes are plainly visible at the time of digging, if one wishes 
to divide them then. This will do away with the possibility of stem rot, which 
sometimes spoils the entire clumps. Cut surfaces may be dusted or dipped in 
powdered lime or sulphur and the roots packed in boxes of fine sawdust or even 
dry dirt. The name of the variety may be written on the root with an indelible 
pencil, moistening the surface so the writing will be permanent. This avoids the 
possibility of lost tags and mixed-up varieties. 
Any special problems not covered will be gladly considered on request, and 
all available information thereto will be given. 
Cactus Semi-Cactus 
KEY TO TYPES 
Applying to large or Exhibition type Dahlias and Miniatures, Miniatures being 
listed separately. Large type over 4 inches, Miniatures under 4 inches. Some ‘‘Ball”’ 
types in both size classes. 
(FD) —Formal Decorative (1C)—Incurved Cactus 
(ID) —Informal Decorative (SC) —Semi-Cactus 
(C) —Straight Cactus (Ball) —Ball, or Show type 
Pompon Dahlias—A distinct type of petal formation in itself. 
KEY TO SIZE 
For those desirous of knowing the average blooming size of large type Dahlias 
we have adopted the letter keying system now in use by most of the Dahlia 
growers in this country. Letters following type classification are as follows: 
AA—Should produce blooms of 10 inches or more in diameter 
A—From 8 to 10 inches in diameter 
B—Under 8 inches in diameter 
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