LOIS WALCHER 
6 Outstanding NEW DAHLIAS 
Hundreds of new varieties including originations from Europe, 
England and Japan were studied last year before choosing the 6 
novelties offered here. These are the last word in fine Dahlias. 
CROYDEN MASTERPIECE (FD) Each 3.00 
A giant full double, up to one foot in diameter, already a 
“must” on the connoisseur’s list. Color is rich orange lightly 
suffused jasper red, a blend of uncommon beauty. Very early, 
profuse and every flower perfectly placed on splendid stems. 
ARTHUR GODFREY (FD) Each 4.00 
Brilliant Oriental red with buff or orange shading. Among the 
very largest of the giants producing 11 to 12 inch flowers with- 
out disbudding under average conditions. Winner of many 
awards both in this country and abroad. Wonderful vitality, 
rugged foliage and in bloom from early till late in the season. 
VARGAS GARDNER (ID) Each 3.50 
Recent introduction from England and a sensation wherever 
exhibited. Color is creamy yellow flushed pale lilac, a most 
delicate and delightful blending we are sure will please the 
most critical. Of unbelievable size each flower averages 11 to 
14 inches in diameter. Robust habit. 4 feet. 
PRIG (SC) Each 3.00 
This fine novelty from Holland is a real stunner. The illustra- 
tion is accurate and depicts the color better than words. Color 
pattern is uniform in all flowers which unfortunately is not 
true of some other bicolors. An excellent cut flower as well as 
a gay subject in the garden. Height about 5 feet. Pictured above. 
FRANCES S. (IC) Each 3.00 
Enchanting color is the winning feature of this artistic in- 
curved cactus. A beautiful shade of orchid rose shading to a 
deeper glowing center. Flowers averaging 6 to 8 inches are 
carried on stiff erect stems in great abundance. Runner up for 
Best Dahlia in the Advanced Amateur Classes 1953 Portland 
Dahlia Society Show and Blue Ribbon Winner in its class. 
WILLIAM EVANS (SC) Each 3.00 
Of unique form and distinct color, a dahlia to excite the 
fancier. Petals are extremely curled and interlaced so that 
flowers are of spherical form and appealing from any angle. 
Color is a coppery orange brushed crimson and quite distinct in 
its class. A dahlia destined for great popularity. 
SPECIAL COLLECTION PRICE — $1 7 50 
All 6 above varieties ($19.50 value)...... e 
PRIG 
POMPON Dahlias 
The pompons are most prolific and one plant will bear hundreds 
of perfect ball shaped flowers in a single season. Most varieties 
average about 2 inches in diameter. Delightful for cutting and 
because of their good keeping quality are in demand by florists. 
ALICE Each .60 
Brightest scarlet. Bush is very well shaped and produces many 
perfect little blooms on fine stems for cutting. Picture page 55. 
AMBER QUEEN Each .60 
Sturdy compact bush almost covered with warm golden amber 
flowers. Picture on page 55. 
ARTHUR KERLEY Each .60 
Deep ruby red flowers on wiry stems. Deep green foliage. Pic- 
ture on page 55. 
BETTY ANN Each .60 
Clear rich pink on dainty wire like stems. Nice in bouquets. 
Picture on page 55. 
JOE FETTE Each .60 
An old reliable variety that is still the best pure white. Picture 
on Page 55. 
LITTLE MABEL Each .60 
Soft rose and yellow blend. Long stems. 
REGENT Each .75 
Small compact blooms on stiff stems above strong sturdy plant. 
Medium purple with silvery sheen. The color is unusual. 
ROSA WILMOT Each .60 
Delicate orchid pink. Lovely pastel and larger flower. Picture 
on page 55. 
SUNNY DAYBREAK Each .60 
A choice little pompon of rich fall colors. The color is soft 
yellow overlaid and tipped red. This variety should be staked. 
TIP TOP Each .60 
Raspberry red blooms on low bush. 
YELLOW GEM Each .60 
Rated by many as the best yellow pompon. Fine in every 
respect. Picture on page 55. 
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