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Superb Begonias (Tuberous Rooted) 
(Shade-loving) 
This Genus deserves attention on account of its great value for planting in shady positions of the 
garden. From early July and onwards, these so often lost spots will be brightened by the Tuberous 
Begonias with their huge flowers of magnificent bright and pastel colors. 
Culture: The best method is to start them in a cold frame. Plant in rich soil. Good drainage is 
essential and water cautiously until plants have shown considerable growth, then increase supply. 
When a little hardened off and when night-frosts are no longer expected, they should be planted out 
in the garden. Begonias can be planted either single or in beds, one foot apart. 
LARGE-F LOWERED DOUBLE BEGONIAS 
Separate colors — crimson, orange, pink, salmon, scarlet, white or yellow. 
each separate color $ 2.50 per doz.; $ 17.50 per 100 
all colors mixed $ 2.50 per doz.; $ 17.50 per 100 
BEGONIA MULTIFLORA 
The varieties offered below are the best of this group, being equal in height and producing a 
wealth of blossom throughout the season: 
Burgomaster Max, scarlet, inside tinged with orange. . . . . . .. . $3.00 per doz. 
Flamboyant, brilliant scarlet, very long lasting. . . ....... =. =. $3.00 per doz. 
eMIOLe PCCW DCAM OFANGE i, ek. ais. ws oe os FS th k Mee elve, » 200. per doz, 
Mrs. Helen Harms, soft yellow, most profuse bloomer. . . . ... . . $3.00 per doz. 
Mrs. Richard Galle, orange, very compact growth. . ....... . $3.00 per doz. 
DAHLIAS 
Dahlias are the royal representatives of the summer season and they are known all over the world 
as decorative garden plants. They have shown a remarkable increase in public favor in recent years, 
because so many new and better varieties have been raised. Rich tints in every design of color and 
strong stems make them invaluable for cutting as well as for garden purposes. 
We are able to offer the following list of very choice and rare Dahlias, which should be of special 
interest to the real connoisseur and fanciers. The roots offered are all top sized and can be planted 
from the Ist of April until the end of May. They are very easy to grow and do not need any special 
treatment although they want a sunny position in the garden and some bone-meal is recommended. 
D. = Decorative; S.C. = Semi Cactus; C. = Cactus. 
[2 Outstanding Dahlia novelties of 1952 
Bacchus (S.C.), a grand variety with large flowers of deep red on a strong tall stem. The flowers are 
of great substance and very noble in form. A grand exhibition variety and a garden plant of 
singular grace. Height 5 ft. A.M. Haarlem Aalsmeer. F.C.C. Haarlem Aalsmeer. 
$ 2.00 each; $ 5.00 per 3 
Epos (S.C.),a fine coral-red novelty with a refined form of bloom one of the daintiest of this section, 
producing a lot of flowers on a plant, which give a magnificent display in the garden. Height 
4 ft. A.M. Haarlem Aalsmeer, F.C.C. Haarlem Aalsmeer. $ 6.00 each 
House of Orange (D.), this glorious Dahlia may be regarded as the Royal representative of this 
popular family; very large flowers of a warm, coppery-orange color with a sheen of deeper 
orange in centre. Extremely beautiful novelty and a garden plant of perfection; a real sensation 
at our shows. Height 4 ft. A.M. Haarlem Aalsmeer. F.C.C, Haarlem Aalsmeer. $ 10.00 each 
My Goodness (C.), a fine example of our best novelties of the season, remarkably striking variety 
glowing, flame colored orange and of a rare charm in form. A real cactus type, borne on 
straight strong stem. An ideal garden plant and show flower. Height 4 to 5 ft. A. M. Haarlem 
Aalsmeer. $ 10.00 each 
