Decorative Dahlia 
AVALON. (Decorative.) The finest bright yel- 
low decorative for cutting we have seen. Long 
stems, ideal for cutting, splendid keeper when 
cut, very free-flowering. Plants three to four feet 
tall, flowers seven to eight inches across. Each, 
45c; 3 for $1.20, postpaid, 
BEAUTE. (Cactus.) The perfect pure yellow 
cactus. Plant is of very erect growth, and hab- 
its, and very free flowering. Hach, 60c; 3 fo 
$1.65, postpaid. : 
CHEROKEE BRAVE. (Decorative.) An out- 
standing rich oxblood red, A reliable grower 
producing giant flowers that do not burn or 
fade. Each, 60c; 3 for $1.65, postpaid. : 
COMMANDO. (Decorative.) One of the new 
varieties of exceptional merit. The large Lilac 
blue, or Phlox purple flowers are very striking. 
The bush is unusually vigorous and strong, and 
the flowers are carried on heavy erect stems. 
Each, 60c; 3 for $1.65, postpaid, 
GALLANT FOX. (Decorative.) A beautiful, 
brilliant dark claret red, of good size and tex- 
ture. Bach, 45¢; 3 for $1.20, postpaid, 
GOLDEN STANDARD. (Cactus.) A beauti- 
ful autumn color cactus dahlia. The 8-inch or 
larger flowers of a warm buff shading to amber, 
are borne on long, erect stems. Good grower 
and free flowering. Bach, 75c; 3 for $2.10, post- 
paid, : 
HASLEROVA. (Decorative.) One of the fa- 
vorite and most satisfactory of the bi-color Dahl- 
ias. The large size blooms are delicate lavender, 
almost. white, flecked and _ spotted beautiful 
French purple. Free bloomer and a most reli- 
able grower. , Bach, 75c; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. 
JANE COWL. (Decorative.) Color glistening 
bronze-buff and-old gold, Flowers measure 10 
inches: across. Plants 4% to 6 feet tall. A stem 
of untisual strength holds the giant flower. Each, 
60c; 3. for $1.65, postpaid. 
JEAN TRIMBEE. (Semi-Cactus.) A semi- 
cactus of unique color. The graceful, fully 
twisted, and curved petals are a charming Pe- 
tunia. violet in color. They are held on stiff 
rigid stems well above the foliage. Vigorous 
grower. Each, 95c; 3 for $2.70, postpaid, 
KENTUCKY SPORTSMAN. (Decorative.) A 
giant bicolor Dahlia, and one of the most at- 
tractive varieties on our list. Lemon yellow 
center, outer petals rich golden amber, tip pure 
white, Each, 75c; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. 
JERSEY BEAUTY. (Decorative.) A beauti- 
ful shade of rich clear pink that can hardly be 
described in words. The 7 to 8-inch flowers are 
carried high above the foliage on long, wiry 
stems, Plants 5 to 6 feet tall. A wonderful 
keeper and excellent for exhibition or commer- 
cial purposes. Bach, 45c; 3 for $1.20, postpaid. 
JERSEY’S DAINTY. (Semi-Cactus.) A beau- 
tiful white slightly tinged lavender, with grace- 
ful curved and twisted petals. Flowers measure 
about 7 inches in diameter. Good strong bush. 
The exquisite flowers are excellent for cutting. 
Each, 75c; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. 
EXHIBITION MIXED DAHLIAS — 
A mixture of all choice named varieties show- 
ing every shape 
These are grown as mixed and the varieties 
are not labeled. If named varieties or separate 
colors are wanted, order the named varieties 
listed above at the prices quoted for each, Prices: 
3 for 75c; 6 for $1.45; 12 for $2.80; 50 for 
$9.90, postpaid. 
and color to be found in dahlias. ° 
CULTURE: Plant roots with live eyes 
| in hills or drills lying flat down, 6 inches 
deep. Care must be taken that the bulbs 
do not come in direct contact with fertilizer. 
Work fertilizer into the soil before planting 
and then apply about % inch of good garden 
soil over this before planting. Dahlias, for 
best results, should be spaced in rows at 
least 8 feet apart and at least 18 inches 
apart in the row. Keep well cultivated. 
After the frost has killed the tops, dig 
the tubers, remove the tops and turn upside 
down for a few hours, leaving as much dirt 
on the clump ag possible. Store in a cool 
root cellar away from furnace heat. In the 
spring, divide.the tubers, making sure that 
at least one live eye, which is on a portion 
of the crown, is on each division you plant. 
Bulbs without eyes are worthless. 
See 
Store your bulbs in Vermiculite. 
page 74. 
Please Note: Bulbs are not mailed until 
April 15th. 
LOIS WALCHER. (Decorative.) This large 
picolor dahlia won five achievement medals in 
one season. The color is a true purple with the 
outer petals or one-third of flower pure white. 
Flowers are on good, strong stems and measure 
about 8 inches .in-diameter. Each, 95c; 3 for 
$2.70, postpaid, 
MICHIGAN WHITE. (Decorative.) The very 
best large white. Free flowering, with fine strong 
stems. Flowers are purest white. Bach, 60c; 
for $1.65, postpaid. 
MISS PITTSBURGH. (Cactus.) The best me- 
dium size, true pink cactus. Flowers measure 
about five inches in diameter, and the plant is 
exceptionally free blooming. Bach 75c; 3 for 
$2.10, postpaid. 
MURPHY’S MASTERPIECE.  (Decorative.) 
Considered by many as the best large, red ex- 
hibition Dahlia. The giant, dark red crimson 
shaded blooms have been grown to measure up 
to 14 inches, a record winner of the largest and 
best. Dahlia at the shows for many years. Very 
reliable grower. Each, 95c; 3 for $2.60, post- 
paid. 
MRS. I. DE VER WARNER. (Decorative.) 
Blooms 8-94 inches across, plants 5-6 feet tall. 
Rich clear lavender or  violet-rose. Gigantic 
flowers, very long stems, most abundant bloomer. 
Each, 45c; 3 for $1.20, postpaid, 
NATHAN HALE. (Decorative.) A popular 
florist variety in the autumn shades. For years 
it has been the leader’ in its color in the New 
York city florist market. Flowers average Tous 
inches in diameter, and are of a beautiful, strik- 
ing, bronzy golden buff color. Very resistant to 
insects and when cut will keep longer than most 
any other dahlia. Hach, 60c; 3 for $1.65, post- 
paid. 
ROSY DARLENE. (Decorative.) This prob- 
ably is the most beautiful pastel shade dahlia 
for cutting offered today. The color is a striking, 
attractive, light rosy pink with a darker rose 
center. Flowers measure 6 to 8 inches in diam- 
eter, and bloom freely on good strong stems. 
You. will certainly want this variety in your 
dahlia garden. Bach, 45c; 3 for $1.20, postpaid, 
THOMAS EDISON. (Decorative.) Giant royal 
purple flowers growing on long stiff stems. While 
it is still one of the most popu- 
3 for $2.50, 
an old variety, 
lar in its color class. Each, 90c; 
postpaid. 
Olds’ Finest Mixed Dahlias 
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Cactus Dahlia 
CARE OF CUT DAHLIAS 
Dahlias will last several days when cut if 
properly handled. Strip the foliage except at 
the top and emerse in hot water. Do not have 
the water any hotter than what your hand will 
stand. After ‘the water cools, transfer the 
flowers to a pail of cold water and place in the 
cellar over night. 
Cactus Dah with Pompons 
POMPONS 
Pompon Dahlias are gaining in popularity. 
Their profuse ever-blooming nature and their 
small dainty flowers make them ideal for floral 
decorations and cut flowers. 
_ AMBER QUEEN, (Pompon.) Exquisite blend- 
ing of amber to apricot. Very free-flowering, 
splendid for table decoration. Strong, vigorous 
grower, Hach, 40c; 3 for $1.05, postpaid. 
CARDINAL. (Pompon.) Bright flaming 
scarlet-red, Each, 40c; 3 for $1.05, post- 
paid. 
JOE FETTE. (Pompon.) The best little 
white dahlia ever grown. Always loaded 
with small clear white flowers on _ fine 
graceful stems, Each, 40c; 3 for $1.05, 
postpaid. ; 
F MARY MUNNS. (Pompon.) A beautiful 
little pure lavender, which is excellent for 
cutting and exhibition. Each, 40c; 3 for 
$1.05, postpaid, 
PINK PEARL. (Pompon.) Soft 
center. Fine long 
with yellow 
very free flowering. Each, 40c; 
$1.05, postpaid. 
YELLOW GEM. (Pompon.) The best 
clear yellow Pompon, very free flowering 
pink 
stems, 
3 for 
on long stems. Flowers measure about 
1% inches in diameter and the bush at- 
tains a height of about 8 feet. Each, 
40c; 3 for $1.05, postpaid, 
POMPON COLLECTION 
We offer one each of these six 
dainty Pompon Dahlias listed above 
for $2.00, postpaid. This is a real 
aa bargain and should not be overlooked. 
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L. L. OLDS SEED COMPANY — MADISON 1, WISCONSIN 
