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ARISTOCRAT, a mid-size flower of a bright scarlet-red colour, borne 
on a strong sturdy stem. An extremely refined variety in every sense, 
especially as show-flower as well as for cutting. Height about 41% ft. 
50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
Bacchus, a grand variety with large flower of deep red on a strong tall stem. 
The flowers are of great substance and very noble in form. A grand exhi- 
bition variety and a garden plant of singular grace. Height 5 ft. A.M. Haarlem 
Aalsmeer. F.C.C. Haarlem Aalsmeer. $ 1.00 each; $ 2.50 per 3 
Casper Ludwig Memory, a splendid formal flower of velvety red. Every bloom 
is perfect in form and borne on a strong stem. A lovely garden plant and very 
free flowering. Awarded with challenge cup 1949. Height 5 ft. 
50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
Fairyland, an extremely fine Dahlia on account of its soft salmon-pink colour, 
perfect form and size. An exhibition variety of great merit and very free flow- 
ering. Height about 4 to 5 ft. 50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
Frau O’Bracht, a free blooming variety of the old time, but still going strong for 
its splendid size of flower and fine yellow colour. A strong grower and splendid 
cutflower, lasting a long time. Height 4 to 5 ft. 59 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
General Eisenhower, this very beautiful variety of majestic appearance creates 
a deep impression wherever shown. This enormous, yet elegant flower is of a 
brilliant bright red. Very effective as garden plant. Height 4 to 5 ft. 
50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
Margaret Rose, a beautiful formed soft salmon-pink flower with a creamy yel- 
low centre of a very clear tone. A variety of great charm and rich appearance, 
which stands out amongst the nearest neighbours. Creates a rich effect in the 
garden. 50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
My Goodness, a fine example of our best novelties of the season, remarkably 
striking variety, glowing flame coloured orange and of a rare charm in form. 
A real cactus type, borne on a straight strong stem. An ideal garden plant 
and show flower. Height 4 to 5 ft. ALM. Haarlem Aalsmeer. 
80 cts. each; $ 2.25 per 3 
Pin-Up, a very noble flower of refined texture, being of a fine cyclamen-purple, 
perfectly placed on a strong stem. A very effective garden variety and also a 
splendid cut and exhibition flower. Height 4 ft. A.M. Haarlem Aalsmeer, 
F.C.C. Haarlem Aalsmeer. 60 cts. each; $ 1.50 per 3 
Pioneer, very large deep-yellow flowers of great size and beauty. In all respect 
the most ideal and best yellow Dahlia ever introduced. A superb variety giving 
beautiful colour patches in the garden. Height 4 to 5 ft. A.M. Haarlem 
Aalsmeer, F.C.C. Haarlem Aalsmeer. 75 cts. each; $ 2.00 per 3 
PRIDE OF HOLLAND, bright lilac-pink, an extremely beautiful Dahlia 
of exquisite and gentle grace of a most glorious hue. For purity of 
colour and perfection of texture it has hardly any equal, it displays an 
effect of unusual charm in the garden. 50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
Terpo, a magnificent, clear blood-red Dahlia being a decided improvement on 
existing varieties of this colour, very free flowering and a superb variety for the 
garden as well as for the show-table. Winner of the Challenge-Cup of the 
Dutch Dahlia Soc. in 1951. Height 5 ft. ALM. Haarlem 1950, F.C.C. Haarlem 
Aalsmeer. 80 cts. each; $ 2.25 per 3 
TORNADO, winner of the Challenge Cup 1952 of the Dutch Dahlia Soc. 
An outstanding, soft red semi-cactus overlaid with a sheen of salmon- 
red. A clean-cut variety that produces a mass of blooms perfect for 
exhibiting. Height 414 ft. A.M. Haarlem 1951, F.C.C. Haarlem Aalsmeer 
1952. 50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
Victory Day, there is hardly another Dahlia to match this wonderful flower for 
its rich colour, which may be described as an attractive dark red. A successful 
variety at every show, with colossal flowers on immense long and strong stems, 
a beauty for the garden. Height 6 ft. 50 cts. each; $ 1.25 per 3 
