SWAYNE'S GARDENS -!- =I =! Puyallup, State of Washington 
Dahlias 
The dahlias we offer are carefully selected varieties. A few of the old standbys and newer 
varieties of exceptional merit. Remember, Washington grown dahlias are the finest. 
EXHIBITION TYPE 
ADOLF MAYER (SC) A black-red. About the darkest of all dahlias. The bush is sturdy, and 
about 5 feet high. The stems are strong, and the flowers held perfectly. A dahlia that should 
be in every planting. Each $1.00 
AZURA (ID) Rosy lilac with a bluish violet sheen. Strong stems that can support the large blooms 
10 to 12 inches across, which can compete in large bloom class. Tall. Each 75c 
BEAUTE (SC) One of the most satisfactory yellow cactus for all-around purposes. Petals incurved 
slightly at tips gives appearance of balls of pale gold. Low branching habits permits 30 inch 
stems, perfectly stiff. Many blooms produced at a time. Medium tall height. Each $1.00 
BLUE MOON (IC) A strong growing variety producing fairly large blooms of good depth. An 
unusual color of lavender shading to lilac-purple at the base, giving a bluish effect. Blooms are 
held on long arms, wel! above the leathery foliage. Tall. Each $1.00 
CHAS. L. MASTICK (FD) A rich golden orange that in some seasons shows a pinkish cast. The 
flower does not begin to round back until the petals in the outer rows make a sudden sweep 
stemward. The unfolding petals at the full center are gracefully curled; the maturing petals 
are broad and look as though they were ruffled on. An exceptionally fine cut flower. A Dahlia 
of perfect formation, size and stem. Each 75c 
CLARA CARDER (FD) A Dahlia that grows naturally large with petals twisted or cupped. The 
color is a soft Cyclamen pink, a true pastel tone. A strong growing variety with stiff stems 
that hold the big blooms well above the foliage. Height 4 feet. Each 5c 
CROYDON LILAC (FD) A striking dahlia of a lilac, or bluish mauve color. Each $1.00 
D’ARCY SAINSBURY, (FD) One of the finest whites which produces blooms that are nearly 
perfect; sometimes a little on the informal side. Bushes are sturdy, and the cane like stems 
hold the blooms facing sideways. Each 75c 
OIXIE’S WINE DOT (ID) A variegated white, splashed with wine red. Attractive wavy petals; 
the blooms can be grown to 12 inches across with corresponding depth. Winner of many 
medals. A strong grower. Each $1.50 
DOMINANT (IC) An excellent rose pink, suffused lilac, changing to sulphur-yellow at the center. 
An artistic flower on sturdy stems. The bush is of medium height. Each $1.00 
EL RUBIO (ID) Very large blooms of a rich ruby red. Flowers hold up very well cut, or on the 
bush. Plants are robust growers. Each $2.00 
FIGARO (SC) A golden yellow, flecked and streaked with cardinal red. The flowers are large 
and striking; it catches the eye of all visitors. Stems and plant growth excellent. Each $1.00 
FOREST FIRE (ID) A very flashy yellow, heavily tipped scarlet of large size and fine keeping 
qualities. The medium low bush makes it ideal for landscaping. Each 50¢ 
INDIAN GIANT (ID) Very large blooms of tan or apricot, with all the good qualities of an exhibi- 
tion variety. The plants are very sturdy, and slightly less than medium height. Each $1.75 
JANE COWL (ID) This Dahlia has been a success wherever grown. The color is buff and old gold 
blending to apricot and old rose at the center. The type of growth is ideal, with strong stems 
holding the giant blooms upright. No one should be without this one, for its perfect form, stem 
‘and bloom satisfy. Height 5 to 6 feet. Each 50c 
JERSEY BEAUTY (FD) Probably the most popular cut flower variety grown. An ideal pink for 
florists’ use. Large deep flowers of perfect formation on long stems. Free-flowering with ex- 
ceptional keeping qualities. Tall. Each 50c 
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