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2622 
; moore Silvery Glamour 
average 
14 inches Purple with Silvery 
across Margin 
2622 Silvery Glamour (F.D.) 
One of the most desirable purple Dahlias ever produced. Blooms 
14 to 16 inches in diameter, and full, perfectly formed centers 
4 to 6 inches deep. The petals are of a deep purple with very 
faint silvery purple margin; just enough to give it a really 
glamorous appearance, Each, $1.00; 2 for $1.75. 
2630 Mrs. 1. De Ver Warner 
(F. D.) Orchid Lavender. Flowers are very large and are 
: borne on long strong stems, making it excellent for cutting. This 
is a true decorative type, and we consider it as one of the best. 
Each, 75 cts.; 3 for $2.00. 
| 2664 Bonfire—Cactus Type 
Brilliant Red with lighter reverse. The bloom has size, form, 
color and length of stem, Everything desirable for perfection. 
Each, 80 cts.; 3 for $2.15. 
. 4 2631 Rose Fallon 
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; _ (F. D.) Color is a dark orange tinged with amber and salmon. 
; The massive blooms produced well above the foliage make this 
1 an outstanding decorative Dahlia, and we certainly recommend 
’ it to you. Hach, 65 cts.; 3 for $1.65. 
2638 Mrs. Thomas A. Edison (S. C.) , 
- F Flaming Red 
' A sensation for its striking beauty, formation and coloring. 
Here is really an outstanding variety; blooms average 10 to 12 
inches in diameter and 6 inches in depth; color, flaming scarlet 
with orange-salmon at base of each petal; flowers last a long 
time when cut. Each, 85 cts.; 3 for $2.25, postpaid. 
2635 Helen Kehoe 
Delightful Apple Blossom Pink 
(FP. D.) Belen Kehoe is one of our own introductions to the 
Dahlia family. Color is a delightful apple blossom pink that 
will not fade or burn. Plant is a semi-dwarf grower; flowers are 
borne on strong wiry stems and are ideal for cutting. 
75 cts.; 3 for $2.00. 
Each, 
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3 2635 Helen Kehoe (Apple Blossom Pink) 
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blooms which often 
across are held upright on long stiff stems. The 
Dahlia has many show honors to its credit and 
it will be a popular variety for years to come. 
We recommend this Dahlia to you. Each, 85 cts.; 
3 for $2.25, postpaid. 
formal decorative. 
gundy reds with large deep petals which give it 
Dahlia in any group. 
a pure white Dahlia with fine form and full cen- 
ters on erect strong stems. 
continuously on plants covered. with dark, leath- 
ery foliage that are insect resistant. 
cts.; 3 for $2.15. 
Pompon Dahlias At Special Low Uniform Prices 
3 for $1.25; 6 for $2.25; doz., $4.00 postpaid. 
miniatures 
having 
form but small in size, blooms aver- 
age 1% to 
dwarf branching producing in early 
August an abundance of flowers that 
are ideal for bouquets and table dec- 
Spy. 
of perfect form and shape. The small 
blood red blooms are very attractive 
in bouquets, 
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Shumway’s Outstanding Dahlias at Remarkably Low Postpaid Prices 
PRIZE WINNERS EVERYWHERE 
Enjoy Them In Your 
Garden This Spring 
Letters following name indicate class of variety, as follows: F. D.— 
Formal Decorative; I. D.—Informal Decorative; S. C. Semi-Cactus; C.— 
Gigantic Yellow Blooms 
It is a splendid grower and the giant yellow 
measure 12 to 14 inches 
2661 Daddy Kemp 
Deep Reddish Purple 
A he-man Dahlia. Deep Reddish Purple. In- 
One of those big fluffy bur- 
very artistic appearance. An outstanding 
Each, 85 cts.; 3 for $2.25. 
2637 DAHLIA SPECIALTY 
Your Selection 
2659 
Commando 
Any 5 on this page $2.75 
Any 10 on this page $4.50 
: Lavender. 
2649 White King 
Glorious Pure White. 
2658 Marshall’s Pink (I. D.). ) 
The immense Cyclamen pink blooms, often 
12 inches in diameter, are borne on long strong stems 
making it an ideal cut flower variety. 
: Each, 75 cts.; 3 for $2.00. 
CBs 1) 3) This is really Dahlias. 
Blooms early and 
4 feet tall. 
Each, 80 
Bluish-Lavender 
2659 Commando (I. D.). 
Informal decorative. 
and best in its color. 
2657 Shumway’s Giant Yellow. A 
Cactus. 
7 Time of Shipment. Unless specially requested, tubers will be shipped from March Ist to June Ist. 
~ ais Blooms 
Le Fs ° . : average 
tw 2650 California Idol (1.D.) 10 inches 
Strong 
Healthy 
Tubers 
This is a huge deep Bluish 
The very largest 
Each, 75 cts.; 3 for $2.00. 
The largest of the pink 
Grows 3% to 
very large and 
therefore most popular Informal Decorative that has 
fascinated thousands at the shows and in exhibition 
beds of 
a shading of 
3 for $1.25. 
$1.65. 
center. 
stems. 
2649 White King Pure White 
2667 Shumway’s New Giant Cardinal 
Immense Bright Red 
An immense cardinal red dahlia of exceptional beauty and vigor. 
Visitors to our gardens this year acclaimed this as one of the 
finest reds in cultivation. The massive flowers which reach the 
size of 10 to 12 inches across by 6 to 7 inches deep, are carried 
on sturdy stems above a well-formed, vigorous, deep green plant 
that makes a striking color contrast. I want all my customers to 
have this gorgeous plant blooming in your own gardens next sum- 
mer, so offer at this exceptionally low price. 
Each, 75 cts.; 3 for $2.00, postpaid. 
2687 Joe Fette. Pure white, well 
shaped blooms borne in profusion on 
long strong stems. 
of the show 
a perfect ball-like 
2 in. across. Plants are 2686 Rosalie. a White heavily over- 
laid purple, The blooms are carried 
abundantly on compact plants, make 
it very desirable for the bordez 
2689 Yellow Gem. Bright yellow, a 
very free bloomer. Stems are long 
and strong; excellent variety for cut- 
A beautiful cardinal red ting. 
2688 Amber Queen. Attractive, well- 
formed button-like blooms of pure 
bronze. Mree hloomer. 
Dahlia 
double, deep blooms of an intense rich yellow color. 
Each, 65 cts.; 3 for $1.65. 
2642 Nanaquaket (I. D.). ost tal 
of Dahlia during the past seasons, It still is in a 
elass by itself. 
chamois. 
above the foliage on a long wiry stem. 
2646 City of Cleveland (I. D.). 
dish orange and a beauty. 
Roll Dahlia of the first class. 
2647 Jane Cowl (I. D.). ; 
puff and old gold blending to a bright salmon at the 
The giant flowers are held aloft on rigid 
A superb dahlia. 
2623 Mrs. Geo. Le Boutillier (D.). 
velvety carmine blooms often measuring 14 inches 
across are outstanding in all respects. 
attract attention in any Dahlia planting. 
are borne on strong, straight, stems making them 
ideal for cut flowers. 
growers. Has magnificent, fully 
Probably the most talked 
A perfect bloom of lovely pink, with 
The bloom is carried high 
Each, 50 cts.; 
A giant bright red- 
Fine grower and an Honor 
Each, 65 cts.; 3 for 
A large flower of a warm 
Each, 65 cts.; 3 for $1.65. 
The giant rich 
They always 
The blooms 
Each, 65 cts.; 3 for $1.65. 
2687 Joe Fette 
2685 Dee Dee. Clear Lavender. A 
lovely shade that will mix well with 
iny other of the Pompon for cuttin 
