My tubers are not forced, but grown in heavy soil. 
IRENE RICH 
IRENE RICH “A” S. C. (Parrella)—Color, rose bengal blended apricot, with 
cadmium range. General eifect, bright rose red. An artistic and beautiful 
dahlia with lacerated petals and a distinct new color. A Gold Medal certificate 
winner at A.D.S. Show, N. Y., 1949. Free and profuse bloomer early and 
late. Blooms 12% by 7 inches top and 45 degree angle. Stems 8 to 10 inches. 
Foliage healthy, spreading, tall. Bush 5% feet. 
Root $5.00 Plant $2.50 
Note: This paragraph was taken from the New York Times of Sept. 22 
1949. ‘The closest competition to the Achievement Medal Winner was given by 
Rose Red Variety named Irene Rich entered by Albert Parrella of the Bronx. 
Incidentally this lovely Sweepstakes Winner variety was selected by the famous 
actress in person. 
JANE COWL I. D.—Color, a glistening bronzy buff and gold, blending to a 
deeper shade at the center. Height, 6 feet. Roots 50¢ 
JANE LAUSCHE S. C. (Rocky River)—11 by 6. Bi-color; rosy mauve tipped 
white. You will hear so much about this dahlia that I will content myself 
with referring to it as one of the most beautiful dahlias. Root $2.00 
JEAN TRIMBEE S. C.—Color, a rich petunia violet and ‘many blooms close to 
12 inches. An unusual and outstanding variety. Height, 5% feet. Roots $1.00 
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