F : A field of Giant Dahlia Flowered Zinnias growing for seed on Burpee’s Floradale Farms in California 
_ Giant Dahlia Flowered Zinnias 
Dahlia flowered zinnias are outstanding both for the exquisite form of their long-stemmed flowers, which 
resemble giant dahlias, and for the lovely shades included in their range of color. They grow about 5 in. across 
; 2882 Will Rogers Loveliest and most brilliant scarlet-red 
; which glistens in the sun with dazzling beauty. Flowers grow larger 
‘ _ than other dahlia flowered zinnias, fully double and borne pro- 
asi fusely on long, strong stems. Makes a grand showing in the garden, 
- wonderful for exhibition and of great appeal for cutting. 
2901 Canary Bird A most pleasing shade of primrose-yellow 
; which combines well with the deep shades of Dream or Royal Purple. 
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2894 Dream An unusual tone of deep lavender turning to mal- 
y low-purple as the flowers age, a rather rare shade in zinnias. 
2896 Exquisite Light rose with deeper rose center, creating a 
most pleasing two-toned color effect which is lovely for cutting. 
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2899 Fancy Tints The combination of colors is most strange; 
they shade from old rose on the outer petals through gold to a halo 
of bright cerise in the center. Stems are long; flowers very large. 
; 2891 Iumination Enormous flowers of deep tyrian rose—a 
- real beauty, whether seen in the garden or as cut flowers. 
4 _ 2897 Oriole Attractive two-toned flowers—golden orange outer 
_» petals in contrast to a reddish orange center. Pretty blending. 
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2837 Pastel Shades The most lovely pinks, yellows and laven- 
‘ders, in addition to white, are blended in the right quantity of each 
* to give a colorful display for garden and cutting. All dark colors 
have been omitted; only the most pleasing light shades are included. 
2900 Polar Bear Best of all white zinnias; flowers are borne 
on long stems. Nice alone or a good mixer with the others. 
2914 Royal Purple Distinct color in this class—a deep, rich 
royal purple without any hint of blue. All-America Winner. 
Any of the above Dahlia Flowered Zinnias: 
ss Pkt. 15¢; % oz. 45¢; 1% oz. 85¢ 
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__ and 2 in, and more in depth. The well-branched sturdy plants grow 3 ft. high and bloom most profusely over a 
long period. Showy in the garden; wonderful for cutting as flowers have remarkable keeping qualities. 
Best Five Giant Dahlia Flowered 
Zinnias 
Canary Bird, Exquisite, Polar Bear, 
’ Royal Purple and Will Rogers 
7543 — SPECIAL: One pkt. each of these five separate 
varieties, from white to deep royal purple, 
5 pkts. in all, value 75¢ for only 50¢ 
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—SPECIAL: % oz. each of the 5 varie- 
7544 ties, five 1% ozs. in all, value $2.25 for only $2.00 
2925 Burpee’s Best Mixed Immense flowers in a specially 
prepared mixture of the best colors to be had in giant dahlia 
flowered zinnias. In this extra choice blend are self or solid colors, 
as well as impressive bi-colors and two-tone blooms. Sure to 
attract attention in the garden or when used as cut flowers. 
Pkt. 35¢; 2 pkts. 65¢; 14 oz. $1.00 
2834 All Colors Mixed well-balanced mixture of every color 
known in giant dahlia flowered zinnias that have been blended for 
a glorious garden display; for cutting you will have quantities of 
long-stemmed giant flowers, the petals of which are slightly cupped 
and overlay one another in regular manner. Good for all purposes. 
V4, oz. 75¢ 
Pkt. 15¢; 1% oz. 40¢; 
Linnias on Parade 
3216 Best Giants Mixed Special mixture, including 
Giants of California, Giant Dahlia Flowered, Luther 
Burbank, David Burpee and Super Giants; all blended for 
a grand display. Especially desirable for home gardens, 
Pkt. 25¢; 2 pkts. 45¢; %%0z.70¢; 14 oz. $1.25 
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