The Dahlia is the Queen of Autumn. 
RED CHIEF “A” I. D. (Kelly- 
Parrella) — Vermilion red 
blended with chrome yellow. 
Center petals are involute. 
Face of other petals have a 
velvet sheen. Size is 10% by 
6 inches. Stems 10 to 12 inches 
and cane like. Holds blooms 
mostly at 45 degrees. This 
dahlia has a distinct new color 
and is a very strong grower. 
Height 4 feet. 
Roots $10.00 Plants $5.00 Net 
RED CHIEF 
WHIZ KID (Alleva-Dahliadel)—The year BIG DAN was shown and won an 
Achievement Medal it threw a pink sport so beautiful it is making this 
thrilling debut. There is a little Egyptian buff undertone, shaded and sutfused 
coral pink giving a general pink tone to this Informal Decorative with broad 
wavy petals. Grows 12 by 8 inches. Stock of Whiz Kid may, in a few 
instances revert to Big Dan. It should be however true in 9 out of 10 cases, 
and should it revert you will be getting Big Dan the season ahead of intro- 
duction. Won Achievement Medals at New York, Baltimore and Burholme 
besides other winnings in the Open to All Classes. Truly this pink sport 
is the most lovely color, form, and all that you could wish for. Fine stems, 
and wonderful bush growth. 
Plant $7.50 Net 
CLOUDED STAR F. D.—Beautiful medium size dahlia of a yellow and purple 
blend. Size 4% by 8 inches. Very free flowering, good stems and good sub- 
stance. For visitors to our Garden, this little beauty needs no introduction. 
For those who haven’t seen it we suggest you add it to your collection. 
Roots $5.00 Net Plants $2.50 Net 
DR. PAUL MORGAN (Dixie) Semicactus, soft lavender—By Maytrott chart 
light Rosaline purple lightened by light Persian rose. Size 10 by 5 inches; 
stems 10 to 12 inches; bush 4% feet. Blooms held on side. Would compete 
with Marilyn Dale, Essie Smith and Ray Smith, but is different. 
Plants $5.00 Net 
LIMELIGHT OF DIXIE F. D.—10 inch. Cream color excellent. Very much ad- 
mired as there is nothing else like it. Rugged bush growth with good stems, 
Certificate winner in Ohio Trial Grounds. 
Roots $10.00 Net Plants $5.00 Net 
Temple City, Calif. 
April 8, 1950 
Dear Mr. Parrella: 
The Dahlia Bulb Eventide arrived in fine condition and a fine bulb. Thank you. 
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