No flower garden is complete without dahlias 
FANNY LEVY “A” 
I. D. (Etherngton- 
Parrella) — A 
large 11 by 7 in. 
or better vermil- 
lion red informal 
with reverse of 
straw yellow. Gen- 
eral color effect is 
light red. Stems 
10 to 15 in. Holds 
flowers side fac- 
ing. It is a bril- 
liant flower in 
garden or on show 
tables. Much ad- 
mired at our dis- 
play at the A.D.S. 
Show in New 
York. Grow Fanny 
Levy next Spring 
and you will never 
regret it. Height 
4 feet. 
Root $3.50 
Plant $1.75 
FANNY LEVY 
FLORISTS’ BEAUTY (Parrella) F. D. This is a purple with white tips and 
about the best dahlia we know of for the florists’ trade. as it will last a 
week after being cut. Beautiful bloom too. Size 6” to 7”. Awarded gold 
medal of New York Florists’ Club with a score of 88 points Root $1.50 
5 STAR GENERAL (Ramage-Ruschmohr) F. D.—A huge bloom in a blend of 
pink shades and maize yellow. Vigorous plant with strong stems. Received 
two trial ground certificates and listed in 3 Honor Rolls. Root $1.50 
TEN BRIEF SUGGESTIONS TO THE AMATEUR 
ON HOW TO GROW BETTER DAHLIAS 
1. Select easily grown varieties and those giving full satisfaction. 
2. Prepare the selected planting spot well and place the supporting stake. 
8. Dig a hole next to the stake, about 10 inches in diameter and 7 to 8 inches deep, and place 
one handful of bonemeal in the hole, or any other recommended fertilizer and mix thoroughly 
with the soil before planting. 
4. Place roots in flat position with the sprout or ‘eye’? facing upwards. Cover lightly with 
about 2 inches of soil. In doing this be careful not to damage the sprout. As the plant 
grows, fill around the stem with soil. 
5. Do not plant too early. At times, too early planting spoils good roots. I would suggest 
planting from June lst on, except in climates where a short growing season is prevalent. 
In that case use your own judgment. 
6. Keep the soil well cultivated throughout the season, and prevent weeds from outgrowing the 
plant. 
7. Water plants during hot weather at least once a week. Do not merely sprinkle them, but 
soak them. This must be done after sundown. 
8. Tie the plant to the supportive stake with soft cord, at distance of 12 inches apart. This is 
done as an added security against destruction by wind and storm. Spray with any reliable 
parasitacide at least once every two weeks. 
9. About August Ist, scatter a handful of bonemeal about 6 inches around the stem and rake 
it gently into the soil. Other fertilizers may he used if desired. Do not use excessive amounts 
of fertilizer as injury to the roots will result. 
10. About August 15th, the same treatment as above is applied. Disbudding at this time aids 
in the formation of bigger and better flowers and longer stems. This should insure good 
results. If any other information is desirable, I will gladly forward you the same. 
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