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Annual Spring Catalog
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GLADIOLI
GERANIUMS
CANNAS - - PERENNIALS BEDDING PLANTS, ETC.
‘From the Cheapest thats Good, To the Finest that Grows* ^
HSTE’ai INNItiCIfl ONDEaSS
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1407 ■ Albina Avenue.
PORTLAND, OREGON.
PHONE Woodlawn 3841 Call bet., 12 and 1 p.m., or after 6 if possible.
To Our Customers and Friends:
Another memerable year has passed since issuing our 1921 Catalog, and it is with the greatest of pleasure and gratefulness, that we are sending you this, our Tenth Annual Catalog.
We admit that it is not a very ‘flashy’ looking affair, but believe it is as readable and interesting as though it cost five times as much. You prob- ably realize that catalogs made of high class paper and profusely illustrated, cost money and eventu- ally the consumer always pays.
We have always believed in passing any saving in this way on to our customers. This is the main reason why we have been accused of price cutting by some of the other Dahlia growers. However, we would much sooner be accused of cutting prices to our ctistomers, than of being profiteers.
Hoping that we may continue to enjoy your con- fidence and patronage we are,
Yours for more and better Flowers,
WHITE FLORAL COMPANY.
Read This — All Dahlia prices quoted are for field grown tubers, except where special men- tion of Plants is made. Both bulbs and plants are offered of those with a star. See page 1.
Read This Before You Order.
ORDER EARLY before the supply of many varieties is exhausted. Stock will be re- served and shipped the latter part of April, unless we are notified otherwise.
TEP«MS — Cash with order, or before shipment, by Money Order or Bank Draft, making all payable to name below. Stamps (5 or 2c) accepted on small order.
PREPAID — Everything in this catalog will be shipped, postpaid, anywhere in the U. S. at prices quoted.
SUBSTITUTION— We do not substitute unless asked to do so in the order, but would suggest naming a few as a second choice.
OUR GUARAINTEE — Every bulb, tuber or plant we send out is guaranteed true-to- name and will, on sufficient proof, replace 2 for 1 the next season, any that blooms untrue. We also guarantee all to be alive and arrive in good condition, after this our responsibility ceases. Notify us at once in case anything is unsatisfactory or does not start to grow, after planted a reasonable time.
REFERENCE — ^U. S. National Bank, Portland, Ore.
NAME and ADDRESS — Please write your name and address very plain and address all letters, etc., to —
:floral Company
PORTLAND.
1407 ALBINA AVE. OREGON.
CATALOG PRINTED IN OUR OWN PRINT SHOP.
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EXPLANATION — Capitals after descriptions signify the height: T, grows above 4 ft.; M, Medium; and D, under 3 ftt. The letter e, suitable for exhibition; g, for garden; and c, for cut flowers.
In Regard to all the Varieties of Dahlias Marked with a Star. . .
All the Dahlias in this catalog prefixed with a (*) can he supplied in the form of growing plants. Ready for delivery about May 10th to June 10th, at ONE-TTllRD LESS than the price quoted for the dormant tubers.
Dahlia plants will give equal or better results than tubers, if given a little more care in their early growth. In our own Show Garden we have always used them whenever obtain- able. This season we are much better prepared to grow them, and intend using them almost exclusively for our display plants. However, we do not recommend “plants” to the new beginner but will venture to say that they are preferred by practically all experienced growers and especially when prize-winning blooms are desired for the Fall Dahlia Shows. You will never know all about Dahlias before giving plants a fair trial.
Our experience and method of packing plants for shipment by parcel post, enables us to guarentee that they will arrive at their destination in perfect condition. They can be sent with safty for a distance requiring from three to four days in transit.
Cultural Directions will be sent with each and every order for dahlias.
Partial View of Our Dahlia Show Gardens, Taken in October,
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VIOLET BEAUTY
A most wonderful exhibition flower of a shade quite difficult to describe accurately. Very pleasing violet-purple, suffused with claret and cerise. Each petal has the appearance of being outlined with silver. The flowers are from 7 to 9 inches in diameter, of the full-petaled peony-flowered type, with broad wavy petals; the center is almost hidden by small petals that curl and twist, making a flower of very artistic formation. Although the stems are long and of sufficient strength to hold the average dahlia rigidly erect, the blooms of this new creation are so large and heavy that, under certain conditions, they are unable to do so, after flowers are fully developed. However, the size, color and fop mation are so rare that it is always irresis- table to everyone. It is an early and free bloomer; dwarf habit. Strong tubers, $2.50
PRIDE OF PORTLAND
A magnificent variety that is worthy of a place in the most up to date collection, where something really gorgeous is desired. Quite similar to the ever popular “Geisha” in color, but the yellow is brighter and the red is of a richer shade. It is more double than that old favorite, in fact, some blooms are almost of the decorative type. Without a doubt one of the largest dahlias we have ever grown, with stems in proportion, that hold the giant blooms well above the foliage, never failing to attract the attention of everyone. It is a healthy, robust grower, producing the immense blooms early, freely and constantly all season. Tubers, $2.00.
Violet Beauty
PHILENA
New peony-flowered variety. On account of its color and long, stout stems it was quite irresistable to all garden visitors. The large blooms are held rigidly erect and very freely produced. For the most part the color is an elegant, bright crimson, slightly streaked and heavily tipped with golden yellow, while the reverse of the petals is a manderin orange, slightly penciled with red; a very odd and showy color combination. Quite lasting and effective as a cut flower, M. g. c. $2.00
See page 24 for Our Latest Geranium Creation, offered the first time last spring.
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AUTUMN GLORY — An immense flower of the true peony flowered type. The color is hard to discribe; distinct shade of bronzy cinna- mon, burnished with terra-cotta. Some of the flowers have a broad stripe of rich amber color, running the full length of each petal. Strong, robust grower with less foliage than usual; very long, graceful stems and a free and constant bloomer, T. e. g. Each, $1.00
Autumn Marvel — The color is a most beau- tiful pure, golden buff. The blooms are large and of the peony-flowered type, the outer petals recurving to the stem and the center almost hidden with small, curly petals. Up- right, healthy grower; constant bloomer and extra long, stout stems, T. g. c. $1.00
BYRON STREETER — Enormous decorative with slightly reflexed petals. Indescribable and facinating shade of lilac purple, overlaid with a peculiar bluish sheen. Robust habit; flowers very erect on stout stems,M.e.c. $1.
EPOCH — {New Type) — The forerunner of an entirely new form in the dahlia family, which will undoubtedly prove of great value as cut flowers. Similar to the collarette, but is larger and has from 3 to 6 rows of petals and be- tween each row a collar. Petals are bright carmine rose with white collars. Grand, free flowering habit of growth, D. SOLD
*JACK LONDON — Red decoratives are quite numerous, but no one could resist this, when seen growing in our Gardens. Strong, erect growth; stems are long and very stiff. The large blooms are held upright and the color is a distinct, dazzling vermilion scarlet, deepening in the center, T.e.g.c. $1.50
LEAH — (Collarette) — Even visitors who were not admirers of this type had to stop and admire this gem. An extra large flower held erect on very stout stems. Deep crimson maroon, while the collar is white and maroon. Some flowers are heavily pen- ciled lilac. One of the most lasting when cut.D. .50
SPECIAL — We will send postpaid, one tuber each
of A. Glory, 3. Streeter «& L. Whyte for, $2.00
Lucile Whyte — Pure deep rosy lavender of distinct form; the narrow petals are slightly corrugated and reflexed. Blooms are above the average size and the long stems are quite erect. A favorite with visitors, M. $1.00
OREGON SUNSET — No description can give you an idea of the beauty of this gorgeously colored, full petaled. Peony Dahlia. Giant blooms of rich golden yellow, heavily suff- used and dusted bronzy crimson. Distinct and irresistable combination of colors. Free flowering and a vigorous grower with long, stout stems. One of the greatest attractions in our Gardens. Tubers, $2; Plants, $1.25
Orville A. Stevens — An ideal Peony dahlia of good size; free flowering on very strong, erect stems of sufficent length for cutting. Color is a distinct shade of light orange scarlet. Strong, upright habit with just enough fol- iage and blooms very freely, T. g. c. .75
Don’t plant too early. Dahlias dislike to bloom during the hot, dry, midsummer weather.
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Some New and Rare Varieties of Special Merit
The Dahlias offered below are Novelties of the highest quality, and can be rec- ommended to anyone wishing something extra fine and different.
All Prices on this page are for PLANTS ONLY, except where stated.
Peoiay-Howered Type
The U. S. A. — One of the finest dahlias in color, formation and size ever offered; a glorious hybrid-cactus peony of a new, distinct shade of deep, bronzy orange. Blooms often 9 to 10 inches across and also very freely produced, M. e.g. $3.00 Hybrid Cactus Type
LA FAVORITA — Grand new dahlia of dis- tinct coloring. Beautiful brilliant salmon, shading darker in the center and lighter at tips. Of perfect form and carried erect on extra strong stems; ideal cut flower. $1.50 NEW MOON — Large attractive, clear yel- low, generally heavily tipped pure white. A very free bloomer on stout, straight stems. One of the most attractive in our gardens, M. e.g.c. Tubers, $5; Plants, $3.
True (narrow petaled) Cactus. BALLET GIRL — An attractive new dahlia of very odd coloring. An extra large, deep flower, made up of a mass of narrow in- curved petals, which are pure orange, white with orange base and various com- binations of these colors on same bush. Free flowering; good stems, M.e.g. $2.00 Giant Decorative Type CHARM — A distinct and pleasing shade of golden ochre, shading to a rich burnt umber at tips. The large, perfect flowers are produced very freely on long, stout stems. The bright colored blooms show to great advantage against the glossy foliage and dark stems, M. g. c. $4.00 DOROTHY ROBBINS— One of the largest and finest of a distinct autumn shade, deep buff suffused orange red. Blooms are giants; grand stems, M. e.g.c. $2 50 EARLE WILLIAMS — A new, giant dahlia that blooms freely and erectly on good stems. Bright red and pure white about evenly divided in each and ever flower. Very attractive novelty, M. e. g. c. $2.50 LADY BETTY — This beautiful new dah- lia is an extra large finely formed flower, produced freely all season on long, stiff.
erect stems. A lovely creamy white ar- tistically suffused with pink, reminding one of a bush of pale pink Peonies in full bloom. One of the great attractions in our garden,M. e.g.c. Tubers, $5; Plants, $3.
^RS. I. VER WARNER— One of, if not the finest dahlia ever introduced. A charm- ing, deep mauve pink or cattleya (orchid) color. Extra strong grower, producing its gigantic blossoms freely and rigidly erect on long, cane-like stems. Was the center of attraction in our Show Garden and wherever exhibited, T. e. g. c. $5.00
OSAM SHUDOW — A monstrous flower with heavy, loose petals of a delightful old-rose, tinted with lilac and shading to yellow in center. Strong grower and free bloomer with long, thick and heavy flower stems. No dahlia to compare with it in form. Ea, $3.50
PATRICK O’MARA — Awarded the American Dahlia Society’s Gold Medal for best variety in 1920. The color is an unusually soft and pleasing shade of orange-buff, slightly tinged with rose. The immense flowers are borne on long, strong stems, held rigidly erect. • One of the most lasting cut-flower dahlias ever in- troduced, T. e.g.c. Tubers, $3; Plants, $2.
PRINCESS PAT — An extra large, perfectly formed blooms of a glorious old rose shade, borne erect on perfect stems. Splendid habit of growth, M.e.g.c. Bulbs, $2; Plants, $1.25
ROSA NELL — Magnificent new dahlia of immense size and clear carmine rose in color. Full, double blooms of finest form on excellent stems; an ideal habit. Rare novelty of greatest merit, M. e. g. $4.00
SEQUOIA GIGANTEA— The largest deep yellow Decorative dahlia to date; noted for its vigor, productiveness and all the other fine qualities, T. e. g. $1.50
THE GRIZZLY — A rare novelty of deep, rich crimson-maroon, on perfect stem. Of immense size and a prolific bloomer. Flowers are of very attractive formation and create a sensation wherever grown. Each, $1.75
On very poor soil work in a little well-rotted manure or bone meal, but don’t overdo it.
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OTHER DAHLIAS OF OREGON ORIGIN
The Dahlias listed below were all originated in Oregon and we honestly believe they are the equal of varieties originating elsewhere. See Our Own Introductions on preceding pages.
Amy Robsart — An immense, Decorative of a pleasing rich coral and apricot shade. The petals curl and twist in a very artistic way. Free bloomer; fine stems, T.e. Plants, $1.50
Autumn Gold — Blending of bronze and buff. Very reliable peony-flowered dahlia of large size; very free on good stems, T. g. c. .30
CHALLENGE — Distinctly colored flower that is hard to beat in freedom and perfection of bloom and also as a cut-flower. Deep yellow at base, suffused snd shading to crimson at tips of petals. Decorative, M. g. c. .50
Cherry Malotte — A peony-flowered dahlia of distinct form and color. Cherry red with ap- ricot reverse, changing to coral with lighter tips. Strong stems, M.g.c. Plants, $1.25
CHAS. SHERBROOKE— New cactus dahlia of the greatest merit. Beautiful and unusual coloring, rich scarlet with reverse of petals old gold. Flowers are large and produced freely on strong stems. T.e.g c. .50
CITY OF PORTLAND — One of the grandest dahlias New peony. The blooms are often 8 and 9 inches in diameter of very artistic form. Color is a clear, rich, deep yellow. An ideal cut-flower, having long, strong stems and good keeping qualities. Strong, vigorous growing plants produce flowers freely, M. e. g. c. Bulbs, $4; Plants, $2.50
Dominique — A striking variegated peony dah- lia; rich garnet, heavily tipped pure white. Long, erect stems; very showy M.g.c. $1.50
Fantastique — Orchid Peony — Semi-double, with irregularly curled and twisted petals; distinct form. Deep cerise crimson, tipped and bordered with white and borne erect on long graceful stems, M. g. c. $1.50
GARNET KING — ^Beautiful peony flowered dahlia of giant size and rich shade of deep garnet maroon in color. Exceedingly strong, robust grower and free bloomer; stems are extra strong and often 2 feet long, T. e. g.c. Stock limited. Tubers, $1.50. Plants, $1.00
Helen Ladd Corbett — P — Beautiful, pinkish lavender of large size and perfect form. Long stems and very constant bloomer, M.c. .30
George H. Mas tick — Hybrid Peony — Large flowers of blackish maroon with lighter tips to the outer rows of petals. Remarkably free and constant in flowering. Fine erect habit and upright stems, T. e. g. c. $2.00 *JAMES C. GILL — Giant new peony dahlia carried on extra strong, erect stems. Color ^ is a striking, rich golden orange, variously " marked with scarlet; very free bloomer and is highly recommended to all, M.e.g.c. $2.25 Lady Alla — A bright scarlet peony or duplex type of dahlia that blooms freely and con- stantly; long, strong stems, T. g. c. $1.00
♦MARCELLA — Decorative — A delightful clear, soft pink, variety that is bound to become a great favorite with everyone, especially Florists. A wonderfully free bloomer on long, individual stems, that hold the blooms rigidly erect. Very per- fectly formed and is second to none in keeping qualities when cut, D.g.c. $2.00
Oregon Beauty — Brilliant, fiery scarlet with without shading. Gorgeous flower which al- ways attracts much attention, M. e.g.c. .30
*St. Elias — This is a pure white cactus dahlia with slightly incurved, claw-shaped petals. Flowers are large and produced freely on fine stems. Highly recommended, M.e.g.c. $1.00 *Sitka — Large decorative with curled and re- flexed petals; produced very freely on good stems. Lavender pink in color, M.g.c. $1.50 ♦SOLDIER BOY — A new large peony dahlia of Khaki color with reverse of petals, a deep old rose; very distinct. The plants are load- ed with blooms all season, M. g. $2.50 Tekla — Large cardinal peony dahlia with inner petals curling over center. Extra long and erect stems; great bloomer, T. g. c. .75
Special Offer of Oregon Dahlias
Will send a strong Tuber of each of the following 4 varieties, for only, $3.00, postpaid.
Challenge Marcella Gill James C. Gill Sitka
Regular catalog price would be $5.25.
Don’t plant Dahlia roots too close. They should have at least three feet of space.
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PEONY DAHLIAS
Although a new type of the Dahlia family, these large, artistically formed flowers are rapid- and surely becoming the most popular of all. Peony-flowered dahlias are the freest and most constant bloomers, and therefore most extra fine for a garden disylay.
All Dahlias are 30c each, if price is not mentioned
*Baronoff — No doubt one of the freest flowering, bright red dahlias to date. Good stems; flowers erect, M. g. .75 Black Beauty — Dark velvety maroon» often shaded with violet Attractive flowers, freely produced on long wiry stems well above foliage, M. g. .50
♦BERTHA Von SUTTNER— Delicate sal- mon pink, shaded yellow; quite double, of immense size; fine stems, D.e.c. .50
Bettws — Grand flowers of unusual form. Color a combination of old gold, rose and amber. Stems are long and quite erect, M. e. . 50 Cherry Malotte — See Oregonians on page 5
CITY of PORTLAND — Turn to page 5
♦Copper — Odd blending of copper and bronze, admired by all; flowers quite large and full, flowering freely on graceful stems, T. e. .50
Cour de la Paix — Large salmon rose flower, tinted violet. Similar to ‘Van Dyck’ but stems are erect; very desirable dahlia, M.c.
Hampton
Court
Made In England
ANNY DOPPENBERG — A Peony-flowered hybrid -cactus type of flower of good size and almost full centered; blooms freely on long, stems. Lovely pale yellow with cream shadings. A most satisfactory sort, M.g. .50
AURORE — Bright orange salmon flowers of fine substance held erect on long, extra stout stems. Early and fiee bloomer, M.g.c. .50
Autumn — A brilliant, fiery red of large size; and one of the greatest bloomers of all, M.
♦DANDY — Deep scarlet-crimson of beautiful form and good substance. Blooms carried erect on long, rigid stems. Early, very free blooming; of perfect, upright habit, T.c. .75 Dominique — Turn to Oregonians on page 5 Dr. H. H. Rusby — Immense yellow, shading to primrose tips; profuse bloomer, M. e.
Duchess of Brunswick — A distinct shade of bright apricot red, shaded orange. Large, very free bloomer and stout stems, D.e.c. .50
Autumn Goid — See Oregon Creations on page, 5 Autumn Glory — (White’s) See page, 3, Avalanche — Massive pure snow white flowers quite full to the center; free, M. e. .30 Bryon Streeter — (White’s) See page, 3.
ELSA — A large, well formed white, with long stems. Very free and constant bloomer. A California creation that can be very highly recommended to everyone, T. e. g. c. .75
Don’t plant Dahlias or Gladioli too near the roots of rank growing trees or shrubs.
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EDITH CAVELL — Enormous flower on very- long, stout stems. Without doubt one of the greatest novelties ever offered. The flowers are of the full petaled Peony flowered type. Color is an elegant reddish bronze, shaded with old gold, M. e.g.c. Very scarce. $1.50 FOREST LOMA — An immense, full petaled peony dahlia, held rigidly erect on long, extra stout stems. Color is a very striking combi- nation of light yellow, heavily shaded with deep rosy cerise, M. e. g. $1.00
Fantastlque — See Oregonians on page 5.
Freda Newman — Bright orange bronze shad- ed old gold at the edges. Long stems and a constant bloomer; a favorite T. c.
GARNET KING — See Oregonians on page, 5. *GEISHA — Golden yellow, changing to red and again to yellow tips. A sure bloom- er and most popular, 8 to 10 in. across. Always scarce; in great demand, M. e. .50 Geo. H. Mastick — Described on page 5.
Glory of Nykerk — Rich violet purple, tinted with cerise. Large flower of a distinct and pleasing color and form; fine stems, T. g. c. Golden Gate — Blending of apricot and rich buff; ideal sunset coloring; good, M. c. .30 Goliath — The color is an intense, rich scarlet of twisted form. Blooms are of large size, quite full and held erect. Strong grower and good bloomer; an English novelty, M. e. .50 *H AID A— -An enormous flower of soft, creamy peach pink of beautiful form, with many small, curly petals around the center. Free bloomer; unequaled for exhibits, M.e.g. $1.00 *Hal Curtis — Lovely blending of old rose and salmon. Large, of true peony type, blooming very freely and erect on long stems, M. .75 Hampton Court — Very large, bright pink;
extra long, strong stem; a good one, T. e.g.c. Hi Gill — Golden yellow, reverse tinted bronze;
Very large on long, strong stems, T.e.c. .50 *HOLMAN HUNT — Dark, velvety crimson of exceptional size; very long, strong stems. Extra fine and probably the best dark red peony dahlia of all, M.e.c. 50 HOPE — Large, erect flowers of a deep mauve color. For perfection of bloom and stem this new English sort is hard to beat, M.e.c. .75 *HOWlTZER — Largest ‘fancy’ peony dahlia yet introduced. The gorgeous yellow blooms are striped and splashed with scarlet. Free flowering, upright habit and long stems. A most attractive new variety, T. e.g.c. $1.00
*John H. Slocombe — Gorgeous flower of an intense deep red, suffused with a beautiful velvety sheen. Petals curled and twisted; one of the most attractive reds, M. e. g SOLD
ISA — Very odd shade of light fawn pink, over- laid with amber. Good habit of growdh, free bloomer and long, erect stems, M. c. .30
KAKADEE — A hybrid peony of great merit. Color is a light yellow, changing to almost white at tips. An attractive flower on erect stems. One of the first to bloom and one of the last. Originated in Scotland, D. g. c. .50
KLONDYKE — A beautiful orange buff; very long, erect stem; ideal, upright habit and free bloomer. One of the finest for cutting, M. c. Lady Lloyd — Magnificent, fi 11 petaled flower of deep cardinal; very large; free, Iv- .e. .50 Laura Barnes — A large flower of quite dis- tinct and very attractive color and forma- tion; bright, reddish orange shade. Strong, robust growth; long individual stem, M. .50 LIBERTY — A magnificent shade of salmon scarlet. Enormous size, produced freely and erect on long stems. By far one of the best for any purpose, T. e. g.c. .50 *LIBRA — A monster and a very free bloomer. Distinct form and attractive color Peculiar rosy cerise, with broad, curled and twi=:ted petals, d ine robust, upright habit with long, erect stems, dine in every w-ay, M. e.g.c. .75 Lord Milner — Golden yellow, blended with cream and crimson. Free blooming, upright habit of growth with long, eiect stems. One of our favorites; always reliable, M. c. Mad. J. Coissard — An attractive blending of white with carmine red; fine stems, D. c. Mad. Von Bystein — Very beautiful, pure lilac lavender; large size and lovely form; erect on splendid stems; one of the best, M. e. c. MARK — Brightest scarlet blooms of large size and good substance. Healthy, robust habit; blooms freely; long, stiff stems, M.g.c. .50 Mauve Satin — A distinct pure mauve; large, graceful form; greatly admired, T. e. *IVIEYERBEER — Crimson suffused purple. One of the largest and most distinct. Very stout, long stems. This is without doubt one of the very best, M. e. c. .75 Minister Talma — Odd and beautiful shade of smoky mauve with lighter shadings. Was a favorite with many visitors. You better send for the minister now, D. e. c. .50
Never stand the tuber on end when planting. Lay flat in the hole 6 to 8 inches, deep.
AUTUMN COLORED PEONY DAHLIAS.
FREDA NEWMAN LAURA BARNES
Will send postpaid anywhere, one strong tuber each of the above 5 for only, $1.05. Regular price is $1.70.
*0LD gold —Deep golden amber; massive ^ 5 NEW GIANT ^ flower on good Stem; very scarce M. c. .75
^ PEONY nATTTTA*? S Oregon Beauty— See description on page. 5.
S MiopiR 75 S *ORIANA— Clear lilac-rose colored flower
^ Hal Curtis...! *75^ of giant size with long, stout stems. A
X X free bloomer; very popular, T.e.c. .50
X Mrs. J. Green . . .50 x Philadelphia — Cactus shaped petals of rosy
S Regular value, $3.25 S purplish carmine, irregularly shaded with
X A KEAL BARGAIN X white. Freest bloomer of all, M. g.
S We will send post- P Pacific Glow/- An extraordinaryly large pink
V paid, a strong tuber sort. New prize taker, T.e. Plants Only, $1.
S of each for only §2.10 ^ 4 m. oi-r- £ ^ j
POLAR S 1 AR— The purest white, and one
finest to date. An early, free and constant bloomer; flowers are of large Mrs. JACK GREEN — Introduction from size on long, upright stems, T.e.g.c. .75
California of immense size and beauti- ful form. Most brilliant deep scarlet on extra long stems. Without a doubt one of the finest reds in existence, T.e. g. .50
MY LADY — An unusual shade of red with a faint cerise suffpsion and heavily tipped with gold. True Peony form of large size with strong stems; free bloom.er,M. g.c. $1.00
Liberty
SPECIAL BARGAIN OFFER OF
This collection should appeal to all dahlia lovers who admire the wonderful Autumn shades. All are very free bloomers, have good, erect stems and blend beautifully in a bouquet. Try them with some autumn leaves for ‘greens’.
VASHON LORD MILNER KLONDYKE
*MPS. JESSIE SEAL — Large full flowers of a unique and magnificent shade of sal- mon rose, with gold suffusions, are held high above foliage on e-tra long, grace- ful, erect stems. A free and constant bloomer, admired by all, T.e.c. $1.00
*Mt. TAMALPAIS — Peculiar soft red shade. One of the freest flowering large varieties we have ever offered; fine form, M. e. g. $1.00
*NIAGARA — Lovely, odd shade of soft wine- red. Immense flowers are produced freely and erectly on ideal, upright stems all sea- son Formation of the blooms is unique, with many curly petals around center, M.e. g.c. $i.
VAN DYCK See Description on Page 9
* QUEEN ESTHER — Beautiful deep red of enormous size, good substance and long, strong stems. Stock limited, M. e. .75
Put sand under your bulb, 2 or 3 in. of soil over it, and the other 3 or 4 in. after it is up.
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*Richard Coeur de Lion — Old rose, shaded with salmon and fawn. Large flower of fine form on long, stout stems, T. g. c. .75
*Ruth Nichols — Rich, dazzling red. A great favorite on account of its immense size and freedom of bloom; strong grower, M.e.g. .75
Samoset — Light yellow, slight^ tinted salmon. Very free flowering on erect stems, T.g.c. .50
SOLDIER EOY — See Oregonians on page 5.
*STEK?^A — Peony-flowered hybrid cactus of good substance held erect on long, rigid stems. Pale yellow changing to a waxy white. Holland introduction, M.g.c. .50
Tango C — Large, clear salmon colored flowers, produced freely all season on long stems; an odd shade admired by all, M. g. .50
TEKLA — See the description on page 5.
THE U. S. A. — See novelties on page, 4.
*THE GIANT — Soft velvety crimson shaded with maroon. An imm_ense flower on extra long, stout stems; reliable, T. e. c. .75
Titian — ^An immense flower of rosy cerise or petunia color. Fine in every way, T. e.
VAN DYCK — Immense flower of distinct twisted form, blooming freely and con- stantly on stems 2 feet long. C^lor is a beautiful salmon rose shade, tinted lavender. One of the most popular and should be in every collection, T.e. .51
VASHON — Lovely shade of salmon pink, suff- used cream; large and very free, D. .30
WALTA LINFORTH — Warm carmine shad- ed with watermelon pink. ^ Mass of immense blooms all season; long, wiry stems. An un- common sort that pleases everyone, M.g. .75
Full-petaled Peony-flowered Type of the Dahlia.
Allow only one sprout to grow from each tuber. You will get more and much larger blooms.
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DECORATIVE DAHLIAS
Large, double flowers with long flai petals, generally loosely formed and overlapping. Many of the finest new Da!: lias are in this class as well as most of the best cut-flower varieties. Very fine for decorative purposes.
*AIDA — Deep maroon; immense size and carri- ed erect on long stems; grand, T. e. g. c. .50 AMPHION — Immense heliotrope pink flower of elegant form on long stems; a very attractive new variety, T. e. g. .50 Amy Robsart — See Oregon Creations, page, 5 ' ATALA — Cream color, shading deeper in the center. The large flowers are erect on Ion?, rigid stems, with long, narrow reflexing pet- als, resembles a Chrysanthemum, M.g.c. .50 * AZALEA — Large blooms with many rows of moderately narrow petals. The color is soft creamy amber, the outer rows of petals are tinged pink. Fine graceful stems, D. $1.C0
All Dahlias are 30c each, if price is not mentioned
Ballon — A very odd shade of bronzy apricot, suffused with gold; quite distinct, D. c. *BEN WILSON — A grand new variety of large size with excellent stems. Color is a bright buff, heavily shaded with rich red and also tipped with yellow Very attractive as a garden plant or on exhibition, M.e.g.c. $1.50 Berch Van Heemstede — A bronzy yellow of distinct form and good size; free-flowering on erect stems; extra fine variety, M .g. c. BERTHA STORY — Beautiful shade of deep rose pink. Blooms are very large and it is a wonderfully free and constant bloomer. Very promising new variety, M. e. g. .75 Bessie Boston — Deep cardinal red with split petals; very strong erect stems, T. e. g. c. Billie Burke — An extra free flowering, soft yellow of extra large size. The long, flat pet- als are narrow and very numerous, forming a bloom of attractive formation, D.e.g. .75 *GAMBRIA — Massive full flowers, with broad petals of rich rose pink, toning to white in center. Long, rigid stems; free, M.e.c. $1.00 CARMENGITA — Clear yellow, distinctly pen- ciled v/ith bright scarlet. Very beautifully formed flower of immense size. Fine stems and a good keeper; compact habit and free bloomer, D.e.g.c. Plants, .75; Tabers, $1.00
*GREAM KING — One of the most wonder- ful. A beautiful cream shade, overlaid primrose. Of immense size. Always a prizewinner, very scarce, M. e. .75 G. G. Moore — ^New variety of delightful orange color; large, and stems are fine, T. .50 Challenge — See Oregon Introductions on page, 5 CHARM — See latest Novelties on page. 4. Gharminster — An unusal shade; delicate sal- mon pink, tinted terra-cotta. Large and of most perfect decorative form, M. e. .50 GORRIE — Distinct, light heliotrope pink. A giant flower; extra long, stems. T. e. g.c. .50 Dorothy Rabbins — ’See Novelties on page 4
You can easily overwater, when plants are young, but you can not over cultivate them.
DREAM — A peculiar peach pink shade with an amber like glow; strong stems, M. c. .50
*Dr. Harry Tevis — Immense flowers, erect on long, stout stems. Odd shade of old rose, suffused with gold and shaded apricot. A prizewinner everywhere, M. e. c. $1.00
Eagle Rock — Large, massive flowers of creamy white, blended with an apple-blossom pink; quite distinct. Healthy grower and good bloomer; stout erect stems, M.e. .75
Earle Williams— See Novelties on page, 4
*EDITH WOOSTER — Lovely blending of gol- den yellow and sunset red that is impossible to describe and which appeals to everyone. Large blooms on long, erect stems. Fine up- right, free-flowering habit, T.e.g.c. $1.00
*Exmouth Glory — Bright, deep yellow, each petal deeply tipped white; free, M. g. .75
Favorite — Lovely, clear flesh pink of perfect form and erect on long stems, M. c. .50
Frank A. Walker — Charming shade of deep lavender pink. It produces flowers in great abundance on the best of stems, D. g.c.
Freckles — Large rich sunflower yellow, streak- ed and penciled with crimson. Very early and profuse bloomer; good stems, M. .75
•FUTURITY— Wonderful English dahlia of beautiful shrimp pink or old rose color. A large flower, standing erect on extra long stout stems. Good bloomer and admired by everyone, T. e. g. c. - .75
Gen. CUSTER — An unusually free-flowering new variety, often over Sin. across. A com- bination of yellow, white and coral red; no two blooms are just alike in color and many are of attractive peony form, M. e.g. .75
Hallebarde — Chrome yellow with streaks of red. Free and very attractive, D. g.
HAROLD — Rare new variety of distinct type, resembling a water lily. Color is a salmon red with a bronzy sheen. Grand, free-flower- ing habit and stout, erect stems, D. g. .50
♦HORTALANUS FEIT— Bright glistening salmon-rose, shaded with gold. Held erect on good stems. Immense flower and always a prizewinner, D. e. g. c. .75
•INSULINOA — We really believe this new dahlia is one of the most wonderful yet introduced. Extra large with broad, wavy
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petals and long, strong stems. Brilliant golden orange color. Makes a wonderful bouquet. See page 10. M. e. g. c. $1.50
JANE SELBY — A new Califorian decorative that is second to none in size. Is a pleasing mauve pink in color; of great depth and is perfectly formed. The giant blooms are held rigidly erect on stout stems, T.e.g.c. $1.00
J eanne Charmet — Extra large lilac pink with lighter center; long stems; reliable, M. e.g.c.
Jonkheer Boreel — An elegant, large flower of bronzy buff-yellow color; a clear and most beautiful shade. Strong, upright grower and long, stout, erect stems. One of the grandest new Dutch sorts to date, M. e. g. c. $1.00
•KING ALBERT — Giant, pure violet-purple flower, carried erect on long, rigid stems far above foliage. Most flowers are full in the center. One of the finest new dahlias and a great favorite in our gardens, T.e.g.c. $1.00 LADY BETTY — See Novelties on page, 4 Latona — A pretty pale yellow, tinged buff and lavender; freely produced on the stoutest of stems. Large size and artistic form, M.c. .75 Le Grand Manitou — An immense flower of perfect form; white, striped and spotted pur- ple. Best variety of its color, D. e. g. c. Mabel — Beautiful, delicate shade of mauve. Finest upright habit, flowering very freely and erect with extra fine stems. One of the best and most popular cut-flowers, T. e. c. •MADONNA — (The Bride) — Large, silvery white flowers, with long, wavy and slightly reflexed petals; unusual and attractive form. An upright, free flowering habit, with long stems and erect blooms, M. e. g. c. .50
•Marnan Rozain — Pearly white, tipped and suffused rosy purple; large flowers on very erect stems; very attractive, M. e. g. c. .50 Marie M. Selma — Attractive pure, rich pink with wavy, reflexed petals, making a flower of distinct and artistic form. Ideal habit of growth and upright stems, M. g. c. .50 Meadow Gold — Large primrose yellow, tinted light pink; very free on fine stems, M.g.c. .20 Mildred Slocum — Beautiful, light mauve with silvery shadings. Large, perfect blooms on long wiry atems; early and free, M.g.c. .75 •MILLIONAIRE — One of the largest dahlias in existence, with stout stems. Color is light lavender, shading to white in center. $1.50
Best fertilizer for young, growing Dahlia plants is the hoe and elbow grease every few days.
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MINA BURGLE— Pure, deep scarlet without shading. Strong stems hold the bloom erect; very free and constant bloomer. One of the most satisfactory and popular, and worthy a place in any collection, M. e. g. c.
*Mon. Le Normand— immense flower of bright yellow, spotted and penciled with red and often tipped white. Constant bloomer all season; good stems. One of the most attractive and reliable, M. e.g.c. .50
*Mrs. Addison Pratt — Unusually large flower of distinct and attractive form on long, stiff stems. Combination of delicate buff suffus- ed with a coppery bronze. Wonderful new American novelty, T.e. $1.00
*Mrs. CARL SALBACH — An immense laven- der pink, tinted with white. Very perfect in form, flowering freely on exceptionally long, stout stems. One of the finest new dahlias; a prizewinner everywhere, T. e. g. c. $2.50
Mrs E. C. Boston — Large pure white with slightly quilled petals; flowers are produced freely on very erect stems, D. g. .75
MRS. I. Ver Warner — See NoveStles, page 4
Mrs John L. Emerson — Large, well formed flowers of bright red, effectively marked and tipped with gold. Free bloomer, M.e.g. $1.00
Mrs. R. D. Robinson — Extra large bright yel- low on long, graceful stems, T. e. g.
NEVADA — Surely one of the best of all white dahlias. Pure color, perfect form, large size, ideal growth, freedom of bloom, long stem and a most lasting cut-flower, M. e.g.c. .50
Osam Shudow — See Novelties page, 4.
Pacific — Soft cream overlaid with pale pink. Large flower of perfect form that blossoms early and continuously on fine stems,D.e. .50
PA FENTON — Beautiful clear shade of rosy lilac held very erect on v/iry stems. Not an extra large flower but of perfect form and a mass of blooms all season. M. g. c. .50
Patrick O ’Mara— See page, 4.
Paul Bonyon— A beautiful salmon orange of large size; an extra free bloomer, T. g.
* Polaris — Beautiful, giant pure white variety of refiexed form. Blooms held very erect on extra stout stems; very fine, D. e.g.c. $1.00
ROSA NELL — See Greatest Novelties, page 4.
Pride of California— Enormous, rich crimson flowers on long, very stout stems. Strong, healthy grower, free bloomer and a splendid keeper when cut. One of the finest new dec- oratives in cultivation, T. e.g.c. .75
PRINCESS MARY— Perfect, upright habit, carring a mass of flowers on strong stems. Very attractive pure, rich pink shade, mar- gined with sulphur. A beauty, T. g. c. .50 *Prince Alexander — A large flower of beauti- ful form and distinct coloring. Lovely sal- mon-rose, faintly tinted mauve and shading to deep cream in the center. Free bloomer on long, erect stems, M. g. c. $1.50
Princess Juliana— An erect growing and pro- fuse blooming pure white on long, strong stems; a lasting cut flower, T. g. c. Priiacess Pat — See Rare Varieties on page, 4. Purple Manitou — Sam.e as Le Grand Manitou except color; a clear, deep purple, D. e. g. OUEENIE— Golden amber, tinted with salmon Early, free and constant bloomer on long, hard, erect stems. A favorite, M. g. c. .50 Queen Mary — Lovely satiny pink of a free flowering, bushy habit; fine stems, D. g. c. *Rowena — Fawn suffused salmon, reverse and center tinted violet. Large, perfect flowers on long, stout stems, M. c. .75
SEQUOIA GIGANTEA— See page, 4.
TANGO — Shov/y orange bronze; distinct and very attractive color. Large, very double flower with pointed petals; long, stout stems and strong, upright growth. Lasting when cut; scarce, T. e. g.c. .50 *Terra Gotta — Soft and very pleasing shade of terra cotta. A very full, high centered flower with graceful, wavy petals; finest of stems always a mass of bloom, T. g. c. .75 Tenor Alvarez — Lilac-rose, variegated with crimson-purple. A flower of immense size and a very free bloomer; distinct, M. e. g. TIse GraxsSy — See description on page, Four, WARNEFORD — New English variety of a pure, snow white, of most perfect form; long, wiry stems; free, M. g. c. .50
Wyvern — Soft silvery mauve of good size and reflexed, rounded form. Very good habit and strong upright flower stems, M. c. .50 YAPHANK — Bright yellow penciled with pure scarlet. A large flower with reflexed petals and high center; stems are extra strong, hold- ing flowers very erect well above foliage. A new variety of great merit, M. e. g. c. $2.50
When plants have made their second or third set of leaves, pinch out the top — sure, we do.
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CACTUS DAHLIAS
Probably the most popular type of the Dahlia family. Many resemble the Clirysaiitliemnm in form and have an unlimited range of colors. Most have incurved, narrow petals; some are almost straight and others quite broad.
Ail Dahlias are 30c each, if price is not mentioned
Ajax — Orange, suffused salmon-buff, T. e. g. *Alex. Kennedy — Immense, deep crimson on long, rigid stems; resembles ‘F. W. Fellows’ inform. Promising new variety, T.e.c. $1.00 *A. R. PERRY — Pleasing old rose with base and tips of petals gold. A large, incurved flower on extra long stems, M. e. .75
Auburn Beauty — Pleasing bronze, passing to yellow in the center. Quite distinct in form and color; good stems; a favorite, M. .50 BA5.LET GIMEL — See Novelties ©n page. Four. Bodeka— Large lavender pink, shaded cream in center; long, claw-like petals, D. e.g .59 *BORDER KING— Large, incurved flower of deep, rich, glowing scarlet. A beautiful ex- hibition variety and its long, stout, upright stems and freedom of bloom makes this an ideal dahlia for any purpose, M. e.g.c. .75
Britisher — Large, bright, rich crimson that is very fine for any purpose, T. g. c. .50 Cambrian — Clear, yellowish salmon of irregu- larly incurved form. A narrow petaled sort with good habit and flower stem, T. .50 Chas. Shert^roGli© — See- Oregonians page, Four. Constance — Soft amber yellow, tinted rose; a large, full flower with petals moderately and regularly incurved; fine stems, M. e. g. .50 CONOL'EST — Beautiful dark, rich crimson of large size with narrow, incurved and slight- ly twisted petals. Very fine erect habit of growth; long, wiry erect stems, T.e. g.c. .50 Countess of Lonsdaie — Salmon red and old rose; one of the most reliable and satis- factory varieties ever grown, D.g. c. .20 *CURLEW — Peculiar and attractive shade of tyrian rose. Massive full flowers with long, narrow, incurved petals; fine stems,M.e. .75 Cygnet — Yellow, striped and spotted scarlet;
Extra free, upright habit; fine stems, M. g.c. *Dorothy Durnbough — Attractive shade of old rose pink; very large, fine form and habit with very strong stems, D. e. g. c. $1.00
Edith Carter — Yellow, heavily tipped with a bright carmiine. Very erect habit and stems, A showy flower, admired by all, T. g. c.
Empress — A desirable shade of light magenta. Huge flower of the best incurved type and good stem. Highly recommended, M. e.
Ferdnand Olivet — Large, shining maroon. One of the best dark cactus, M. g.c. .20
Frances Graham — Giant salmon-rose colored flower, slightly on the hybrid-cactus type. A free and erect bloomer and one of the favor- ites with visitors to our garden, M. e.g.c. .50
*F. W. FELLOWS— One of the largest of all cactus dahlias, quite often over Sin. across. Pure orange-scarlet with very narrow and almost straight petals. Never fails to attract attention. Very good habit and long, wiry stems; free flowering, T. e. g. c. .50
*GLADYS BATES — Immense, heavy blooms of soft tan color, tinted with rose. Perfect form, long, stout stems and a profusion of bloom. Greatly admired, D. e. g. c. $2.50
Golden Crown — A beautiful large, incurving golden yellow; blooms freely, M. e. g.
GWENDOLINE TUCKER— One of the best silvery flesh pinks, shading lighter in center. Giant blooms are held erect on extra long stems. T.e. g.c .50
IRENE SATIS — Bright amber, tinted bronze. Large, perfectly formed flowers, held erect on fine stems; blooms freely and constantly. One of the best true cactus, M. e g.c. .50
Irresis table — Yellowish color, tinted delicate rose. Huge incurved flowers, T. e.
IVORY WHITE— A creamy white of extra large size; much like ‘F. W. Fellows’ in form. Strong grower, good habit and fine stems. One of the best exhibition sorts, M. e. .50
Johannesburg — Bright gold color, which is admired by all; large, perfect blooms are pro- duced freely all season; fine stems, M. g. c.
For plants starting to bloom, nothing is better than mulching the surface of soil with manure.
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John Peel — Bright, rich crimson; very long incurved petals; free bloomer, T. e. g.
JULIAN — Flesh pink, fading to almost white in the center. Exceptionally large, moder- ately incurved and very narrow florets. Has good stems and is a free bloomer, M.e. $1.00
JUPITER — Light pink, and yellow, strip- ed maroon. Finest form; free, M. e. g.
Lady Swathling — A beautiful salmon pink passing to amber in center. One of the largest cactus and quite erect, M. e.
*Lieut. Robinson — Very pleasing, soft shade of rosy cerise. One of the largest; florets in- curving, twisting and interlacing. An extra free and constant bloomer; admired by near- ly everyone; stems are pendent, M. e.g. .50
MARGARET BOUCHON— A large brilliant, yet soft, rose pink with white center and tips; one of the finest of all, M.e.g.c. .50
*MELODY — Bright, clear yellow, sometimes heavily tipped pure white. Large, incurved flower with good stems. A free bloomer and probably the best of its color, M.e.g. .50
Miss Judd — A most beautiful sulphur yellow, delicately tinted light pink on outer florets. Very incurved and an extra free bloomer with good upright stems, M. g. c. ,50
MODELL — Clear yellow, with rosy lilac tips. Free and constant bloomer on erect stems. A great favorite; always reliable, M. g. c.
*Mrs. C. COOPER— A pale creamy salmon in color. Exceedingly long, narrow petals that are almost straignt. One of the largest of all the cactus dahlias to date, M. e. .75
*MRS. DOUG. FLEMING— Without doubt one of the best whites. Very narrow, incurved florets, and so numerous as to make monster flowers. Extra free and constant; erect stem, M.e.g.c. .50
Mrs. Freeman Thomas — Very pretty shade of rich salmon pink, slightly tinted heliotrope. Flowers are of good size and perfect form; erect on the best of stems. One of the most satisfactory and reliable dahlias, M. g. c. .50
Mrs. H. R. Wirth — Intense deep scarlet; long wiry stems; blooms very freely, D.g.c. .20
Mrs. John Fowler — Rich scarlet, shading to maroon. Not large, but of perfect form and a reliable bloomer with fine stems, D. c.
Mrs. Douglas Fleming Margaret Bouchon
Nerthus — Bronzy yellow, shaded carmine rose. Large size; stout stems, M. g. c.
Neptune — Deep lavender pink, penciled with bright carmine. Large massive flowers are produced freely all season, T. e. g.
Nisi Prius — Bright orange scarlet with base of petals yellow. A great bloomer and a very showy color combination; erect stems, M. g
Norman — Orange scarlet of monsterous size and finest incurved type. Blooms erect on stout stems; fine, D. e. g. .75
*PATHFINDER — A beautiful and distinct shade of soft pink; long, narrow in- curved petals; large and free, T.e.g. .50
*PHENOMENAL — Pale salmon pink with yel- lowish base and tips. A truly wonderful var- iety in size form and color. Flowers are ex- ceptionally incurved; very free, M.e.g. .50
*PIERROT — Lovely, deep amber, usually boldly tipped white. Flowers are of immense size and very double, M.e. .50
PLANET — Lavender pink, striped and pencil- ed with bright carmine. Large flowers with narrow petals of neat, incurved form. Grand free flowering habit with blooms held erect on wiry stems; very reliable, D g. c. .50
*R. G. Unwin— Reddish salmon, suffusing^ to yellow at base of petals. Large, beautiful incurved flower with good habit, T. .50
Record — Rich, oriental red, shading to yellow in center; very free bloomer; fine stems, T.g.c.
*RHEINISCHER FROHSINN— Beautiful luminous carmine-rose, changing to cream at the base. A distinct and re- fined variety that, should be in every collection; fine stems; free, M.e.g.c. .50
To help prevent disease, give your Dahlias a s hower bath daily, during dry, hot weather.
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SPECIAL OFFER OF 10 FINE CACTUS DAHLIAS
Every variety is extra fine and can be highly recommended to every dahlia lover. We honestly believe this is the finest Ten Cactus Dahlias ever offered, at this special low price.
Nisi Prius Conquest
Edith Carter Gwen. Tucker Modell Ivory White
Johannesburg Miss Judd Neptune Mrs. F. Thomas
One strong tuber of each of the 10 varieties, labeled and sent to you postpaid, for only $2.70. The total value if bought sepe.-ately would be $1.00. We will send 6, your choice of any 3 from each column, for $1.70
DON’T HESITATE to order Dahlia tubers on account of the distance. They will travel with perfect safty anywhere by parcel post and arrive in good condition.
Snawst«.rm (A fine pure white)
Richard Box — Clear, sulphur yellow of large size and incurved form; erect stems, M. g. c. *Royalist — Beautifully formed, large, incurv- ed flowers of a soft coral red shade, M. .50 SAMARITAN— An erect pure white.. .50 Salmon Queen — A light old-rose with lumin- ous salmon suffusion; extra fine, T. g.c. Snowstorm — A large bold white of incurved form; early, very free and constant, M. g. Souv. de Mad. Nagels— A beautiful velvety maroon, barely tipped with gold. A very fine variety in every way, M. g. c. .50 ST. ELIAS — See the description on page, 5. SUSSEX — Immense clear light yellow flower with extremely narrow, needle- like petals, that are almost straight. An unique dahlia in form and always an attraction, M.e. .75 *THE IMP — (The Black Dahlia) The darkest cactus dahlia. Petals very long, nar- row and incurved claw-like, M. e.c. .50 Tiara — Large, pure orange red, with narrow, incurved petals; free and attractive, M. .50
UNION JACK — Bright red, tipped and edged white. Without doubt the most reliable of all the tipped varieties to date, M.g. .50 *VALI ANT— Giant flower of bright crimson, erect on best of stems; very fine, T.e.g. $1.00 VALPARAISO — Beautiful and distinct shade of reddish coral. Large, incurved flowers on fine stems; free and constant bloomer, T. g.c. *Vicar of Wasperton — Very large flower with very narrow, incurved petals. Pretty shade of soft, delicate pink, passing to pale yellow at the base of the petals. Profuse bloomer; distinct and in great demand, M. e. g. .75 *WASHINGTON — A very large flower with narrow, incurved petals of a beautiful soft crimson shade. Good habit, free flowering and long, wiry stems, T. e. g. .75
White Ensign — Blooms are of very lasting quality, standing erect on long, stout stems; an ideal white for garden and cutting, M. Wiltshire Ensign — Bright pink, paler in cen- ter. Erect blooms on good stems, M.g.c. .30
Daily surface sprinklings do more harm than good — soak the beds thoroughly when needed.
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HYBRID CACTUS
These are between the Cactus and Decorative in form and are rapidly be- coming- the most popular. As a type they are strong growers with fine stems
*ATTRACTION — Extra large, magnificent flower of pure rosy lilac; extra strong stems of greatest length, M.e.g.c. .75
*BIANCA — Finest shade of lavender pink. Grand erect habit, blooms carried high above foliage on the stoutest of stems; a most lasiing cut flower dahlia, T.g.c. .50
*Break O’ Day — Clear sulphur yellow, shad- ing to cream; petals are of great substance and waxy in appearance. Full, high center- ed flowers on extra stout stems, M. $1.00
*COLOSSAL PEACE — A most attractive shade of deep rose pink with light center and tips. Immense flower of massive form. Sometimes blooms with a slightly open center. Each, $1.50
Elegant — See Oregon Creations on page, 5. *GARRIBADLI — An immense flower and pro- fuse bloomer. The long, flat, curly petals give a fluffy appearance; stems good, D.e.g. .75 *George L. Stillman — Extra large flowers of rich, velvety, light maroon. Strong, tall growing plants with exceptionally long and stiff stems. A rare variety, T.e.g.c. $1.00
*GEO. WALTERS — One of the largest and best varieties to date. Salmon pink with gold suffusion in the center. Wonderful bloomer, with long, stout stems. A leader and always in great demand, M.e.g.c. .75 GLADYS SHERWOOD— A new pure white variety that is a real giant among dahlias; flowers 9 inches in diameter, without dis- budding. In addition to this it is free flowering and the stems are long, strong and erect. Each, $3.00
Golden West — Without a doubt one of the very finest varieties. The large blooms are held erect on long, strong stems. A bright orange buff in color. Free bloomer and in great demand for cut-flowers, M. e.g.c. .50 HELEN DURNBAUGH — Exquisite blush pink, shading to white. Blooms medium to large and produced in greatest freedom all season on good stems. Very fine. Each, $1.
HYBRID CACTUS TYPE OF DAHOA
HOFFNUNG — A very beautiful chamoise rose with light yellow it the base of the long, incurved petals. Wonderful, free blooming variety and very large, M . e. g. SOLD Justice Bailey — Rich, glowing pink, shading to almost white in the center; large, D.e. .50 *KALIF — Grand hybrid-cactus, frequently 9 inches in diameter. Pure deep scar- let with broad, moderately incurved petals; fine erect, free flowering habit with long, strong stems, M.e.g.c. .50 *LADOGA — An attractive rich orange scarlet standing perfectly erect on long, stout stems and produced very freely. Keeps extra well when cut; a favorite, M. g. c. Plants, .75 *MILTON EDWARDS — Enormous flowers, held very erect on long, rigid stems, high above the foliage. Color is quite distinct, odd shade of orange-red. Long, claw-shaped petals that incurve and interlace; very free, flowering; one of the best, M. e. g. c. $2.00 *MINAMOTO — A bright, velvety scarlet of enormous size and fine depth. Flowers freely on tall, strong growing plants with flowers held quite erect on long, stiff stems. A very brilliant and attractive variety, T.e.g. $2.00 Mrs. G. H. Breck — Pale yellow, shaded and tipped rosy carmine; stiff erect stems. Very free flowering and attractive, M. g. c. .30 *Mrs. EDNA SPENCER — Large new variety of a delicate shade of orchid pink. Beautiful form and stout stems. Extra free bloomer and a vigorous grower, M. g. c. $1.25
If buds form on plants too young, pick them off — let the plants grow first and then bloom.
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♦Mrs. W. E. ESTES — Probably the largest and one of the finest pure white dahlias to date. The giant flowers are held high above the foliage on strong stems, T. e. g. c. $1.50
♦MRS. WARNAAR — Wonderful Holland variety of mammoth size, erect on good stems. Creamy white, tinted pale pink. By far, one of finest of all, M. e. g. c.
New Moon — See Novelties on page, 4.
Rapiere — Hybrid-cactus of a pure gold shade, tinted salmon; very attractive, M.g. .50
Ruth G. Gleadell — Pleasing shade of yellow tinged with pink on outer petals. Immense flower of remarkable and perfect form. Strong, robust grower, M. e. .75
♦SNOWDRIFT — A large, finely formed, white cactus, with good stem, and wonder- ful keeping^ quality. A novelty of special merit that is a great favorite everywhere, and can be highly recommended. $1.50
♦SULPHURIA — An extra large, clear sulphur yellow without shading. Early, wonderfully free and most constant bloomer. Petals are narrow, slightly rolled; worled and reflexed, like a Comet Aster. Fine in every way; a grand variety for cutting, M. e. g c. ,75 ♦THE EAGLE — Giant sulphur yellow with slightly reflexed petals, very prolific bloomer and long stiff stems. One of the most sat- isfactory of the new dahlias, M. e.g.c. $1.50
♦TOM LUNDY — Rich crimson hybrid cactus often nine inches across. Free, and constant bloomer on good stem_s. Robust grower; very satisfactory and reliable, M. e. g. .75
WODAN — Giant salmon rose, shading to gold in the center. Robust, upright habit; long, erect stems; one of the best, T. e. g. c. .50 YELLOW KING — Beautiful sulphur yellow; one of the largest of all on long rigid stems. Is certainly a wonderful dahlia, D. e.g.c. .50
SHOW OR BALL DAHLIAS
These are the fine, old fashioned double Dahlias of your grandmother’s yard. Large, per- fectly formed, ball shaped flowers, with cupped or quilled petals like a honeycom.b.
A. D. Livoni — Finest shade of pink, D.g.c. .15
D. M. MOORE — Rich maroon of largest size, produced freely and constant; best dark dahlia of its type, M, e. g. .30
CLARA SEATON — Without a doubt one of the finest Dahlias of this type in existence. Color is a pure, rich golden orange buff of giant size; beautifully quilled, M.e.g. .50
Dreer’s V/hite — Large, snow white, D. .30
Dorothy Willis — Pleasing shade of rosy lav- ender, splashed and penciled with crimson. A new variety of immense size, that blooms profusely. A favorite with all, M. e. .50
Emily — Lavender, overlaid white; M. g. .20 J. K. Alexander — Immense violet purple on good, strong steims; admired by all,D.e. .50 Grand Duch. Marie — Pleasing buff, overlaid orange; reverse tinted pink; fine, T. e.g.c. .20
Maude Adams — Snowy white, daintily over- laid with delicate pink. Cne of the finest and most beautiful varieties. M. g. c. .50 Miss Helen Hollis — The largest and finest deep scarlet; very free bloomer, M.g.c. .50 Mrs. Roosevelt — Delicate silvery rose of giant size and very free flowering; fine, T.e.g. .30 W. W. Rawson — A beautiful flower of large size. White, tinted with lavender, M. .30
Some Special $1.00 Offers of Dahlias for 1922
Every Bulb Labeled. No Two Alike. ORDER BY NUMBER ALL POSTPAID FoBowisig Collections, ail $1.00 Each
1 — Six distinct colors of Cactus dahlias.
2 — Six Giant Decorative dahlias.
3 — Seven free-flowering Peony dahlias.
4 — 2 true Cactus, 1 Hybrid Cactus, 2 Dec-
orative and 2 Peony-flowered dahlias.
5 — Seven different varieties and colors of lasting cut- Tower dahlias.
6 — 25 first size Gladioli, in 8 varieties.
7 — 40 second size Gladioli in 5 varieties.
How is your drainage?
Dahlias like plenty of water when in bloom but can’t stand wet feet,
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Pom Pon Dahlias
Same as the Show type, except they are of diminutive size, but have longer stems and are great bloomers. They are all ideal for cut flowers, as they are very long keepers.
All 20c each, except where priced
Amber Queen — Rich, clear amber, shaded apricot. Belle of Springbeld — Brick red; smallest variety Clara Harsh — -Yellow, tipped crimson. Bright and showy flowers on long, upright stems. T.
Darkest of All — Very dark maroon; long stems. DEWDROP — -White, lavender edges and tips. .25 Douglas — Rich dark maroon. Free bloomer. .15 Dr. Jim — Lavender, edged with cerise-purple. .25 Elegante — -Soft, silvery pink shaded darker. GEORGE IRELAND — A very perfect little flower of dainty mauve color. Very free; fine stems, D. Golden Queen — A fine deep rich yellow.
Gruss am Weln — Crushed strawberry. Distinct color and form; strong upright stems.
GUIDING STAR — Best white pompon.
LEADER — Clear, lemon-yellow, very heavily tip- ped rosy purple. Neat, compact flower and free bloomer. One of the best new pom pons. .25
Little Belle — A clear, mauve pink throughout. .20 Little Bobby — Plum color Very long stems. .15 Little Dorothy — Creamy white, generally marked with reddish-orange. Extra free bloomer, .20 NEATNESS — Pale salmon with cream center: very attractive little blossoms and neat habit. .25 PRIDE — Dark crimson-scarlet; perfect form. .25
ROSEBUD — White ground, deeply edged cerise.
A strong grower and free bloomer; a favorite. M. Spy — ^A very fine light scarlet shade; showy. .25 VIVID (Crimson Beauty) — Rich, brilliant scarlet; very perfect form; fine stems for cutting, D.
Special Offer of Pom Pon Dahlias
Will send you seven different varieties, all labeled (our choice) for only $i.00; or, will send three extra fine sorts for 50 cents.
If you do not find the varieties you want in this catalog, write us. We have many of which stock is too limited this season to cata- log. But we will be glad to quote you our lowest prices on them.
Our Buisness is 'Growing’
In comparing our prices with others, don’t forget the fact that we are actual growers of every- thing that we list, and not just dealers
Miscellaneous Dahlias
Betty — (English Single type) — Rich rosy lilac, with an attractive crinnson halo at base, .20
*Cato — Exceedingly free flowering little dec- orative variety; dainty shade of soft, silvery rose with base almost white; stems are long and wiry; a dandy for cutting, D.g.c. .50
Edna B — A perfect little Decorative variety, of soft salmon tan that can be recommend- ed highly for cut flowers, M. g. c. .50
LIT A — A small Peony-flowered dahlia that is covered with flowers all season. Color is an attractive rich pink; wiry stems, D.g.c. .50
Miss Lewis — Charming little pom pon cactus variety that will be in great demand for cut flowers. Deep rose pink with crimson base. Neat, free blooming habit, D.g.c. .30
Mrs. Joyson Hicks — (English Single) — Rich buff with showy crimson halo. Perfect little blooms on fine stems for cutting. .25
Rosso — Semi-double flowers of slightly cupped form, on wiry stems. Very beautiful shade of bright, imperial pink with golden center. Mass of blooms all season, M. g. c. .50
Union Jack — A very striking single dahlia of clear, vivid scarlet and pure white striped. Never fails to attract attention, D. .30
LEMUR — New single variety with deeply cut, dark bronze foliage. Flowers are velvety crimson with a black center. Very distinct and makes a most attractive plant for the garden; also lasts well in water, D.g.c. .50
Star or Cosmos Dahlias
A new type with star-shaped petals and about
the s ze of Cosmos blossoms. They are very useful
and lasting for boquets. Eong stems;great bloomers.
Crawley Star — Distinct, rich rose pink with crimson base. Very effective, .25
White Star — Pure white with rich yellow cen- ter; looks almost like a water lily. .25
Worth Star — Soft shade of old rose, white bars down center of the petals .25
Yellow Star — A charming clear soft yellow of great substance. Fine companion for the other kinds in boquets; very fine. .25
Never leave Dahlias in the ground over winter. Store in a frost proof place, like potatoes.
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COLLARETTE DAHLIAS
These are the freest bloemers, having Icng stems and make fine, lasting eiit-f lowers. Flowers are single ^ with a second row of short petals, or collar, usually of a contrasting color. The individual 1 looms are almost perfection in form and a dozen or more make a most artistic and showy bouquet.
NONE FOR SALE TILL 1923.
WREN OUSE HORNET
Cloche — Pure lilac with yellow collar, D. .30
Cocarde Espagnole — Both petals and collar are a combination of red and gold. Flowers are very large and of distinct form, T.
Cupid — Bright ro.sy cerise, edged with white; collar is pure white. Very attractive, D. .30
DANTE — Immense purplish crimson with a white collar. One of the largest and best to date. M.
*GEANT DE LYON — Immense flower of rich velvety maroon, with a white collar. It is a free and constant bloomer, with fine stems. Irresistable to almost everyone, D. .75
HORNET — Maroon with a white collar, a striking combination. Extra fine M. .30
IS01.ENE — White, flushed with cerise pink; collar pure white. One of the best light shades. M.
Kangaroo — Crimson-maroon, with a collar al- most white. Large, fine form and stem,M, .30
Katchen Von Schwarzatal — Carmine rose, edged and tipped white; collar is white. 5 to 6 inches across. Second to none, D. .50
Mt Lassen — Orange red with a bright yellow collar. Extra long, stout stems and a very lasting flower when cut; stock limited. .30
Merry Maid — Pure carmine rose with a clear white collar. Large, perfect form and very free flowering on fine wiry stems. A most attractive new variety, M. .50
Ouse — Fiery red; long, yellow tinted collar, M.
Princess Charlotte— Immense chestnut red with yellow collar; long, stout stems. M. .50
Regularity — Deep magenta shade with whit- ish collar; very free, bushy habit, D.
Silver Medal — Dark, rich crimson, with each petal distinctly edged white; collar is white. Wonderful bloomer and stiff stems, M. .50
Souv. de Chebanne — An extra large yellow marked coral red and white with lemon yel- low collar; long stems; extra fine, T. .30
SWALL.O W — The ideal pure white, T. .30
VESTAL — The best all-round pure white col- larette we have seen; a real gem, M. .50
Vulcano — Bright crimson, with pure yellow tips and collar. Extra free-flowering, M. .30
Wartburg — Bright red; yellow collar, D. .20
Wren — Reddish purple with white edges and disc; pure white collar; extra free, M. .20
It is much better not to water, than to allow a crust to form, after watering — cultivate lightly.
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GLADIOLI
THE CUT FLOWER PRE-EMINENT
The most beautiful and attactive of all summer flowering bulbs are the newer Gladioli. Such a rapid improvement has been made during the past few years, in the size, color and beauty of these flowers, that the result is wonderful. If cut when the first buds open and allowed to
develop indoors, every bud will open and the size and color will be more perfect than if left in the sun. The spikes will continue to open additional buds for a week or two weeks, ac- cording to the variety and conditions.
CULTURE — You can plant a Gladiolus bulb in most any kind of soil and it will bloom, but attention to a few simple details will pro^ duce superior results. Sound healthy bulbs and a sunny situaton is the most important. Successive plantings in the same place should be avoided when possible. Plant 3 to 5 inches apart and to a depth of 4 to 6 inches, depend- ing on size of bulb and character of soil. May be planted as early as the end of March or as late as the middle of June. By planting at intervails during this time you will have flowers all season. Cultivate often until flower spikes appear, then if possible, cover the ground with a mulch and water thoroughly when in bloom. Dig in November 'or sooner if foliage begins to ripen) on a sunny day if possible, so as to allow them to dry ofl well before storing in a cool, dry, frost-proof place. Cut off the tops close up to the bulb, as soon as dug.
7c. Each; dozen, 7Cc. Any 3 for 20c.
TYPE OF THE MODERN GLADIOLUS
5c. each; 59c., dozen; $3.50 per 100
A M E R I C A— The Finest of all. One of the most popular and valuable varieties grown. The color is a beautiful soft flesh pink, tinted with delicate lavender. Large, open flowers.
Attraction Bright-carmine; white throat.
Black Beauty — DarK crimson maroon; fine.
Cracker jack — Rich dark crimson with lighter throat. Long spikes; wide ,open flowers.
Halley — Large open flower of a beautiful sal- mon pink. Without doubt one of the best.
Independence— Light flame scarlet with dark red throat. Tall and vigorous growth.
Mrs. Fran. King — One of the most attractive and popular Gladioli. A striking shade of light scarlet or flame color. Very large.
Velvet King — A most reliable rich red sort; large and early. Ideal for large beds.
BLACK HAWK — Deep, rich cardinal with throat nearly black. Early 7c
Baron Hnlot — Deep, rich indigo blue. One of the best for bouquets; admired by all.
Early Pink — Large, open flowers of a very beautiful, soft salmon pink color.
Empress of India — An intense, dark maroon; almost black. Many blooms out at once.
Glory of Holland — Tall white, tinted pink.
Mixed Blue — ^Somie pleasing tints of blue.
Princepine — Bright red, with a conspicuous pure white throat; exceedingly attractive.
Rouge Torch — White with a scarlet blotch.
SCARSDALE — Dark rosy lavender. Large,
onen flowers; tall spike 7c
WINE KING— Clear purple-wine 7c
SPECIAL OFFER — Independence & Mrs. F. King, (70% Kings) mixed by accident, are offered while they last at per dozen, 40c.
Gladioli are rapidly becoming universal favorites. Start, or add to your collection this Spring.
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ICc. Each; dozen, $1.00 Any 3 fcr 25c.
Electra — Bright salmon scarlet with a large white blotch in the throat. Large, wide open flow^ers and an early bloomer.
Glory — The edges of the petals are frilled and ruhled. Delicate cream pink with attractive crimson stripe in the throat. Very large.
Golden King — Bright yellow with a striking crimson blotch in the throat. Large spike.
INTENSITY — Clear scarlet with beautiful light throat. Large, open flowers 10c
Lily Lehmann — Extra fine lily shaped white flower, slightly tinted with delicate pink. In our opinion, one of the .finest light shades.
Mrs. Frank Pendleton — Clear salmon pink with red blotch on lower petal. Very large.
Mrs. Watt — A new and very attractive color being a shade of red like American Beauty rose. Distinct and rarely beautiful.
Panama — Pure pink of mammoth size. A new variety, which has received highest awards and can be recommended very highly.
Pasha— Brilliant orange with mottled throat. Large, open fli^wers. Distinct and very showy.
Peace — Pure white with lilac mark in throat. Extra strong spikes with very large flowers.
Niagara — Soft primrose yellow, slightly tint- ed with light rose. The finest of its color.
Scarlet Velvet — Just as the name implies. A favorite with those who like the red shades.
Willy Wigman — Large creamy white flower with bright red blotch in the throat.
Jack London — Light salmon brilliant orange flame stripes; golden yellow throat, penciled ruby. Large flowers and tall spikes. One of the very finest new Gladioli. Each, 60c
Thomas T. Kent — Light rose-pink with ruby
, running through center of each petal; very vigorous and one of the largest. Each, 30c
Majestic —Rich orange pink with white throat. Very brilliant; large and distinct. Each, 35c
White Giant — One of the best whites. Very strong grower aud immense flowers. Ea, 35c
If you plant a few Gladioli around your home, in the vacant spots this Spring, you will be Glad next Summer.
See New ‘Ruffled’ Gladioli on page 24.
15c. Each; dozen, $1.30; Any 3 for 35c.
Butterfly — Tango orange, marked like a but- terfly in throat with crimson, bordered with yellow. Very distinct and attractive.
Gretchen Zang — Beaitiful soft pink, blend- ing to dark salmon on lower petals. SiTke is tall and graceful; extra fine variety.
Herada — A large, clear mauve, with a deeper throat. A favorit3with all who see it.
Pink Perfection — Apple blossom pink; large, open flowers. One of the most beautiful and attractive of the pink varieties.
Prince of Wales — Most beautiful delicate sal- mon pink shade imaginable. Immense sp ike and large flowers. A new variety that will, undoubtedly become very popular.
Schwaben — Sulphur yellow with small maroon blotch in the throat. Without doubt one of the largest and finest Gladioli yet grown.
WAR — Deep blood red self color. Strong, healthy grower and immense flowers. The only fault with this wmnder is its name.
20 cents each; Any 3 for 50 cents.
Anna Fberiiis — Beautiful purple tint with a deeper throat and lighter edges. A popular new shade and fine, long well-set spikes.
Conspicuous — Dainty light blue with a rich yellow throat bor ered purple. Attractive color combination admired by everyone.
Evelyn Kirkland — ^Beautiful, bright rose pink with lighter throat and scarlet blotches on lower petals. One of the largest and best.
Proserpine — A wonderful new variety of pure wine red color. Very attractive and distinct shade and each spike is a bouquet in itself.
RED EMPEROR — Magnificent deep scarlet crimson of immense size. Extra fine
Roem van Kennemerland — Immense, wide open flowers of rich rose pink, with a cream throat. Grand new sort of greatest merit.
SPECIAL OFFER — Ten different varieties of Gladioli, all nam.ed. Postpaid for only, .55
or, the same 10 kinds, not labeled for only, .■S5
SUPERIOR MIXTURE — Contains a great assortment of colors, having many named sorts in it. Try a few. You will find them unequaled at the price. Doz. 35c; 100 2.60
If your soil will grow good potatoes, you can easily grow Dahlias and Gladioli successfully.
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12 NEW RUFFLED GLADIOLI
The new Ruffled Gladioli, like the ruffled sweet peas, have a refined appearance that the plain petaled varieties do not posess, equaled only by the finest Orchids. Each petal is exquisitely ruffled or fluted. Very strong, healthy growers.
AVALON — An extra fine white, fl ished with pale pink. Very beautiful throat;
one of the best ruffled sorts 25c
IVORY — Creamy white, with faint mark- ings in the throat. Strongly ruffled.. 15c JOE COLEMAN — Rich, glowing red of
large size; vigorous grower 25c
KASSON — Tall spike with good sized flowers of lavender rose-pink, with deeper
throat. Intensely ruffled 25c
MONA LISA— A magnificent almost pure self color. Many flowers open at a time of palest soft pink, faintly flushed with pale lavender 60c
ORANGE GLORY — Very rich and striking shade of pure orange with lighter throat. One of the largest and best Gladioli ever
grown 50c
SCARLANO — Very fine intense orange red color. Fine, tall spike and large flower.
Grand 35c
TEMPA — Pinkish old rose with bronzy lav- ender throat. Distinct and fine 25c
VIOLET BEAUTY— Well formed, large, open flowers on tall, graceful spikes. Cerise-violet; reddish throat 25c
WHITE KING (Patrician) — Rich sulphur white, nicely marked on lower petals.
Vigorous grower and well ruffled 10c
White Glory— Pure white with iris blue lines in throat. New and distinct; very fine. .25
YOUELL’S FAVORITE — Light pink shaded rosy lavender. Extra strong grower and immense flowers 20c
HARDY PERENNIAL PLANTS
After planting they require very little care, increasing in beauty for years. All Perennials, 20c each; $2.00 a Dozen, except those priced.
Armeria Formosa, (Sea Thrift) — Long, wiry stems, with heads of pink flowers, 1 Yi feet.
ASTER, Alpinus Sub-Coeruleus — Bluish flowers in June, of great beauty, 1 foot.
AQUILEGIA (Columbine) — Extra fine strain of the Long Spurred Hybrids; fine mixed.
BOLTONIA Asteroides — Five to seven feet in height. Pure white. Fine for cutting. .25
Canterbury Bells — Pink, White and Blue in good mixture. Extra strong clumps, 4 feet.
COREOPSIS — Clear yellow, single flowers with good stems; fine for cut flowers, 2 feet. .15
ERYNGIUM Alpinium (Sea Holly)— Useful to dry for winter boquets. 3 feet.
ERIGERON Grandiflora Elatior — Single Aster-like flowers of bluish lilac; very highly prized for cutting. ft.
DELPHINIUM (Hardy Larkspur) — Very pop- ular and easiely grown. Tall spikes, growing 6 to 8 feet high. Light and dark blue.
ECHINOPS Ritro — An interesting and showy thistle-like plant; deep blue flowers. 25c.
Gaillardia — Single yellow flowers, with bands of orange or brown all summer and fall.
GEUM, Mrs. Bradsbaw — New double var- iety. The orange scarlet flowers are large and full.
HARDY PHLOX — One of the most popular and easily grown of perennials. We offer this year several choice varieties. Mixed. 15c
Heliantbus Multiflorus fl. pi. — Large double yellow, dahlia-like flowers, 4 feet.
Heliantbus Sparsifolia — Single sunflower blooming late in season; 6to 8 feet. 15c.
IRIS, Germanica (Fleur de Lis) — We offer 5 distinct sorts (labeled) for 75c. Each, .20
Oriental Poppy — The most brilliant orange scarlet of all garden plants. Early summer.
PENTSTEMON, Cardinal Beauty — New, large, bright red variety of these popular flowers. Blooms all summer and fall. Easily grown. 13^ ft 25c Fine cut-flower.
Sbasta Daisy — Immense single white flowers.
TRITOMl (Red Hot Poker) — Pfitzeri — Long spikes of orange red flowers in early Fall. .25
“Glads”, when cut, will last in water from one to two weeks. Think of it! Weeks, not days.
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GERANIUMS
Geraniums are no doubt the most popular of bedding plants. They are of the easiest culture, making a rapid growth and blooming continuously.
15c each Any Four for 50c. Postpaid
SINGLES
ALBION — Finest pure white. Always in bloom.
C. W. WARD — Rich salmon, shaded with orange. Large trusses on long stalks. Rich, zoned foliage.
JACQUERIE — One of the best bright rich reds.
LOUIS REAU — Current red bordered darker and prominent white center. Extra fine and attractive.
LUCILE HILL — Grand new variety of beautiful clear salmon rose. Sure to become a leader.
MAD.CHAPOTAN — Delicate light pink flowers in very large trusses: foliage handsomely zoned.
MAXINE KAVOLENSKI— Odd shade of orange red; splendid bedder and very dependable.
Mrs. A. BLANC — Bright, rich salmon, shaded with peach. Handsomely zoned foliage. Very fine.
METEOR — Brilliant scarlet crimson. A grand bedding variety. Highly recommended.
MRS. E. G. HILL — Very large clear salmon.
PAUL CRAMPEL — Dazzling single scarlet. Extra large, numerous, lasting flowers. Compact sturdy grower with gigantic trusses on long stems.
ROSAMINE — -Light magenta shaded with cerise, maculated white in the center. Very bright and distinct shade; large flowers freely produced,
NUIT POITEVINE — Florets of large size; rich, rosy violet, with scarlet at the base of upper petals.
DOUBLE and Semi-Doubles
ALPHONSE RICARD — Immense trusses of large round flowers of the most vivid light scarlet; fine.
EDMOND BLANC — Large, rich purplish violet flowers. Extra free and constant, bloomer.
EUGENE CARRIERE — Very rich, coppery sal- mon color, shaded lighter and veined orange.
FRANCIS PERKINS— The best pure deep pink.
MILDRED RIVAL — Pure rose pink with conspic- uous white blotch at base of upper petals. Extra large flowers and trusses. Highly recommended.
MME. RECAMIER — Snow white; strong, vigor- ous grower; flowers abundantly produced.
MRS. LAWRENCE — Beautiful satiny pink shaded to white; a real gem among geraniums.
ORNELLA — An extra fine, free blooming soft red. Similar to S. A. Nutt, but a much lighter shade.
S. A. NUTT — Best rich dark crimson variety.
Special Offer:
5 Varieties, Single or Double Our selection for only, .50
See Our New Geranium on next page.
8 New and Rare Geraniums
20o each. Any 3 for 50c
BEAUTE POITEVINE— Very large, semi-double flowers of brilliant salmon color. Extra good.
Fiat — Grand new variety of a distinct shade of rich salmon pink. Sturdy, compact grower and very free bloomer; semi-double.
Gertrude Pearson — A bright pure pink color. No doubt the best of its color; single.
HALL CAINE — Very large round florets in nu- merous umbles. Light rich orange scarlet.
Jean Lionett — Grand, immense flowers of a clear reddish purple shade, maculated orange at base of petals. Robust grower and florif- erous; tall stout flower stalks. A favorite on account of it’s size and color; single.
Maryland — One of the largest and brightest of red geraniums ever grown. A favorite with all when ‘something bright’ is wanted; semi-dbl.
Pink Hall Caine — A salmon pink sport of that wonderful orange red geranium; scarce.
Mon. Emile David— Large semi-double flowers of violet rose with base of petals feathered white. Giant trusses, freely produced on long stems.
Geraniums are one of the most satisfactory plants for growing in pots, porch boxes, etc.
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Ivy Leaved Geraniums
Very fine for hanging baskets or window boxes. Price 15c. each; any 3 for 40c.
Ballade — Large semi-double flowers of rosy lilac, Garden Glory — Bright scarlet, tinted with rose. Chas. Turner — Bright rich pink, almost scarlet. Col. Baden Powell — Very large pearly white shad- ed blush, with dark blotch on upper petals. Mrs. Hawley — Pleasing rosy cerise shade.
Pelargoniums
Lady Washington Geraniums Price 20 cents each.
Mrs. Layal (Pansy Geranium) — Silvery rose with dark maroon blotches on the upper petals. EASTER GREETING — Amaranthe red with ma- roon blotches. New, very free-flowering variety. DucStess of Portland — Large round flowers of a vinous cerise, shaded vermilion. Dark blotches. Linda — Clear salmon pink, feathered maroon on upper petals. Large bold flowers.
New Single Geranium “Elizabeth White”
This new variety was originated by us in 1918, and has been greatly admired by every geranium lover. We have, to the extent of being called selfish, persistently refused to sell it to anyone, wishing to grow a stock large enough to be able to offer it at a reasonable price, to everybody at once. The color is the outstanding feature of this novelty and quite difficult to describe. It is a very bright and distinct rose Vermillion shade of red, with a very conspicuous pure white center. Extra large flowers of circular form; large clusters, borne well above the foliage on long, strong stalks. A very strong healthy grower. Strong plants, in bud and bloom.
Each 30c.
CANNAS
Dr. E. Ackerknecht — Bronze foliage
ing carmine lake with deeper shadings; very free in flowering. Quite distinct, 4ft.
Eureka — Best white flowering variety; flowers are large; strong, healthy grower, 4ft.
Please Note — All our Prices on Gannas
are for Strong Plants (3 to 4 leaves), ready after May 15th. The planting of dry bulbs is not always satisfactory in this climate.
Unequaled for their rich tropical effects in the garden on account of their beautiful foliage and large clusters of bright colored flowers. Plant during May or June in a rich soil and sunny location. They are quick growers and gross feeders, enfoying water, and fertilizer in proportion All varieties are 20c eacla. Any 3 for 55c. Hungaria — Pure, rich, rose pink color; an extra fine variety in every way. The best and purest pink. 3ft. King Humbert — Bronze foliage — Immense trusses of bright orange red; one of the very best, 43^ft. Yellow King Humbert — Immense trusses of gigantic yellow flowers, spotted with red. Without a doubt one of the showiest of all. Green foliage. 5ft. METEOR — Probably the finest of all the deep blood red bedding Gannas. Massive erect trusses, 43/^ft. WYOMING — Bronze foliage — Extra large pure orange flowers, making a fine contrast with foliage, 6ft,
Pleas- Orange Redder — Bright and showy orange; a very free bloomer; of greatest merit, 4ft.
Uhlberg — Soft, rosy carmine; the throat and edges are pale yellow. Entirely distinct, 3ft.
West Virginia — Intense rich crimson-scarlet, with golden yellow edges; attractive, 3ft.
Special Offers of Canna Plants
Sis Named Varieties (our choice) for only, $1.00
Remember, everything in this catalog is properly packed and sent by Parcel Post Prepaid.
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Superb Carnations Fine Fuchsias
15c each. Any 3 for only 35c
BONORA. — A beauty; fancy variety of fine size and form, borne on long, stout stems. Color white flaked and splashed with red.
ENCHANTRESS. — Flowers very large, borne on long stems. The color is a superb shade of flesh pink. An early and continuous bloomer.
HERALD. — Flowers very large and massive with flneiy fringed petals. Color bright rich scarlet.
Mrs. Aclihurst — Bright salmon pink of largest size; nicely fringed and quite fragrant,
MRS. C. W. WARD. — Simply superb, both in form and color; brilliant dark pink.
POCAHONTAS— A wonderful new everbloom- ing sort of rich, velvety crimson maroon.
Victory — The richest shade of intense scarlet ever seen in a carnation. Large aud fragrant.
WHITE ENCHANTRESS.— A pure white sport from the famous variety Enchantress.
Flowering Begonias
Strong plants 15c each. 3 for 35c.
ALBA PICTA — Narrow, dark green leaves heavily dotted with white spots. Of bushy growth with pendent clusters of white colored flowers.
ARGENTEA GUTTATA. — Handsome erect grow- ing sort, with pointed wine-coiored leaves with silvery white spots; clusters of pure white flowers.
Bertha de Chaterocher — Covered the entire year with bright coral red flowers. Handsome, dark green foliage. Grows easily and rapidly.
COMPTA — Pointed purplish green leaves with silvery shadings. Pure white flowers.
FOLIOSA. — The freest-flowering Begonia we have. Makes a handsome window plant, with its glossy green leaves and bright pink flowers.
MARGUERITE — Foliage is dark bronze green on upper surface and reddish purple on under side; good sized panicles of large white flowers, nicely decorated with downy red hairs.
PRES. CARNOT — Strong growing sort with large deep green leaves, spotted white; flowers are a beautiful coral red in large pendent panicles.
THURSTONI — Under side of leaves are purplish red with prominent veins, while the upper sides are dark bronzy green. Large panicles of rosy white flowers. One of the finest varieties.
WELTONIENSIS — A wonderfully free-flowering winter blooming begonia, covered with pretty pink flowers in large clusters. A grand sort.
REX BEGONIA — Grown for the beauty of their foliage. Leaves are large, variegated and margined. Very popular house plant.
3 different, 50c. Each, 20c.
GERANIUM Rose Scented — An old favorite. Cultivated for its sweet scented leaves. 10c.
10c each, 6 for 50c
Annie Earle — Tube and sepals waxy white; corolla single, clear carmine; very free blooming. JUPITER — This is a grand mammoth double flowered Fuchsia; very large, rich purple violet corolla; tube and sepals are bright crimson. Little Beauty — Dwarf grower, producing frealy flowers of great beauty. Double purple corolla and scarlet sepals. A little gem. MOLESWORTH — Fine, large variety; sepals long and reflexed of pme red; double white corolla. SPECIOSA. — A winter blooming variety producing very long narrow flowers, tube and sepals blush pink, corolla of bright carmine. Great bloomer. STORM KING. — Superb double white variety, well known to all plant lovers.
TRAILING QUEEN. — Tube and sepals rosy- scariet, corolla violet purple. Of trailing habit of growth, fine for baskets and window boxes. TRAILING BEAUTY — Not exactly a trailer, but of very graceful drooping habit of growth. The sepals are creamy white and the single corolla is a pure deep carmine, A very showy variety.
Lantanas
A fine summer blooming bedding plant.
15c each. Any 3 for only 35c Corbellle D Argent — Lovely pure white flowers.
Dwarf copact grower and great bloomer. Dellcafissima — Of trailing habit, making it very desirable for baskets and boxes. Dark lavender. RED and GOLD — Dwarf grower. Orange yellow in center with deep crimson at the edges. ROSE GEM — Carmine rose with yellow center.
Heliotropes
Heavenly Blue — Delicate blue with white eye. .15 ALBATROSS — Dwarf, bushy growing new pure white sort. Best of its color to date. .15 ROYAL PURPLE — Fine large rich purple with a white eye. Best heliotrope for bedding. Doz. $1.
PETUNIAS, “Dieners’ Ruffled Monsters’*
The finest and largest single frilled Petunias ever created. Unequalled for porch boxes, baskets, etc., as well as bedding plants, as they pe continually in flower. We can supply them in the following separate colors: Each 10c
PINK GLORY — Pure flame rose pink. Com- pact grower and literally covered with bloom.
RED, with black veined center; a rich color. PINK, with strongly veined center; often 6 to 7 inches across; rivals an Orchid. VARIEGATED, variations of pink, white, red. RED and WHITE variegated; yellow center.
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Ornamental Ferns for Decoration of the Home
The following varieties of these most graceful and satisfactory of house plants are all of the Nephrolepsis family, being quite hardy in character and easily grown.
Small plants 25c; Larger size only of the first three sorts at 50c.
BOSTON FERN — This is the original and well known type of the “Sword Fern.” Of easiest culture and very largely grown.
OSTRICH PLUME— Habit of growth is like above, but the pinnae and fronds are divid- ed, giving the plants a feathery appearance.
ROOSEVELT FERN— Resembles the “Bos- ton,” but produces more fronds, and the pinnea are undulated, giving a very wavy effect. One of the most satisfactory ferns.
TEDDY, JUNIOR— A dwarf form of the “Roosevelt.” Neat, compact habit and very rapid grower.
N. Norwood — Similar to the Ostrich Plume, but of more beautiful, feathery appearance.
N. Smithii — This is the most fluffy of all in the list. Has the appearance of delicate lace.
ASPARAGUS FERNS
ASPARAGUS SPRENGERII (Emerald Feather) — A most valuable and easily grown, evergreen trailing plant for the house. Beautiful sprays of lovely green feathery foliage, which can be cut freely and used in bouquets, etc. Equally valuable as a house plant in winter for vases, baskets and porch boxes in summer. 10c, 25c & 50c
ASPARAGUS, Plumosus (Japanese Lace Fern) — A finer and more delicate plant than the Sprengerii, but hardy and easily grown. Nothing more delicate or attractive for the house than this. Each, 15c and 30c
MISCELLANEOUS FLOWERING PLANTS
All are suitible for porch boxes, baskets, etc., except those marked with a (*)
ABUTILON ‘Eclipse’ — Handsome variegated fol- iage and bright pendent, red and gold flowers. 10c.
Ageratum, “Blue Gem” (New) — A very fine dwarf, free-booming variety of this most use- ful bedding, and porch box plant. Feathery blue flowers all season. Doz., 90c; Each, 10c
Sweet Alyssum (Double) — Far superior to the single, having larger pure white flowers. Very fine for baskets, boxes, etc, 10c; dozen, 90c
Anthericum — A beautiful foliage plant for vase or box work. The ribbon-like leaves are variegated green and white. Each, 15c
* ^^CALCEOLARIA ‘Shower of Gold’ — Clusters of golden yellow flowers all season. A fine bedding plant for this climate. 15 in. in height. 10c.
COLEUS — Most important and best known of all the fancy leaved bedding plants. 10c. 3 for 25c.
Centaurea, Candidissima' (Dusty Miller’) — Silvery white, round leaves. Very fine for borders, porch boxes, etc. Each, 5c
Cuphea Platycentra (Clqar Plant) — Odd and
attractive flowering plant for boxes, etc. 10c
GERMAN IVY — Strong growing vine for window or porch boxes, hanging baskets etc, 10c
MARGUERITE, Mrs. Sanders— Covered all summer with large, anemone-shaped, semi- double pure white flowers. Used extensively in porch boxes, baskets, etc., as well as a garden plant. Very satisfactory. 10c and 15c
MESEMBRYANTHEMUM, Spectabills — Quill
shaped, succulent leaves with large single thistle like cerise pink flowers. Fine for baskets etc. 10c.
Mesemhryanthemum, Dewdrop — Grows like the above with heart-shaped leaves. Each, 10c
*PILEA. Serpyllifolla (Artillery Plant)— Odd and
very interesting plant for pot culture, with fern like foliage sprays. Covered with minute reddish flowers which, at proper age, will quite forcibly discharge their pollen, hence the name. Easy to grow; like a generous amount of water. Each, .15
VARIEGATED MYRTLE — Glossy green leaves are margined white. Ideal vine for baskets etc. lOc
DRACENA, Indivisa — This is the hardy variety used so extensively for the centers of vases, baskets, tubs, boxes, etc. Long, graceful, grass-like foliage of deep green. Will stand the full sun or shade. We have a fine lot of healthy plants in 5-inch pots at 75c, postpaid.
Smaller sizes at 25c and 50c each.
Annual Bedding and Porch Box Plants
Strongt healthy, transplanted plants, ready for delivery from first week in May till the middle of June. Ageratum, Alyssum, Lobelia, Phlox, Petunias and Ver- benas are fine for porch boxes, tubs, etc.
NOT POSTPAID— If any of the foUowlnsr plants are wanted hy parcel post, add 10c for the first dozen and 5c for additional dozens.
AGERATUM, Little Blue Star — Light blue with red center. Ideal border plant.
ALYSSUM (Sweet) Little Gem — A compact single white. Extra fine border plant.
ANTIRRHIUM (Snapdragon) Maxinium — A new giant flowering strain. Mixed colors.
ASTERS — The following extra choice sorts offered in mixture or separately. Not less than 6 of any color will be labeled separately.
Improved Giant Crego, Pure White. Improved Giant Crego, Rose Pink. Improved Giant Crego, Shell Pink.
Imp. Rochester, Purple (almost like Crego) Pacific Beauty, Deep Lavender — An im- provement in type and color on Crego lavender.
Sensation (New). The reddest of all reds. Vick’s Peerless, Yellow. Best yellow aster.
CELOSIA Childsii (Chinese Woolflower)— An immense globe-shaped flower head of crimson, resembling a ball of wool. Blooms all summer and fall; fine for beds and borders and very valuable for cutting. 2 ft. Doz. 50c
GODETIA — A most profuse blooming annual with richly colored flowers. Do best in rather poor soil. Choice Double Mixed. l>^ft.
HELICHRYSUM (Everlasting or Straw- flower) — We offer a Special Mixture of doubles. 23^ ft.
Transplanted Vegetable Plants
TOMATO — 20c per Doz. 2 dozen for 35c.
Bonny Best — Very reliable standard sort.
John Baer — Extra early and very smooth.
BOLGIANO — Extra early and a most won- derful producer of large, very smooth, deep red fruit. We can highly recommend this new Tomatoe to everybody. Dozen, 30c.
All are 35c. per Dozen, 3 dozen for $1.00, except where price is stated.
LOBELIA — The ideal border or edging plant. Crystal Palace Compacta (True), Blue. Bedding Queen — Very dwarf new variety of deepest purple with pure white eye. Sapphire, Trailing (for hanging baskets, etc.) — Large deep blue with large white eye. MARIGOLD — Superior Mixture of Dwarf French.
PHLOX — Special Mixture of large flowering. PETUNIAS — Giant flowering singles. Mixed. SALPIGLOSSIS — Petunia - shaped flowers with very rich velvety colors. 2)^ ft. Mixed. SALVIA (Scarlet Sage) — Most popular and useful plant for a brilliant color effect. Clara Bedman or Bonfire. 2 feet.
Zurich — Dwarf and compact. Early. STOCKS — Giant Perfection. “Cut and Come again.” Double Mixed, all colors. 1)^ ft. VERBENA — One of the finest garden annuals. For beds, borders, mounds, porch boxes, etc. Mammoth White — Extra choice and pure. Mayflower — Various shades of pink.
Firefly — Brilliant scarlet, white eye.
Dark Blue with White Eye— Very sho^. Mammoth Mixed — All colors, including above.
ZINNIAS — ^A most gorgeous and easily grown annual, becoming more popular every season. New Giant Flowering — All colors Mixed^ Dahlia Flowered — A new and distinct race of Zinnia with immense flowers, resembling a show dahlia. Extra long stems. Doz. 60c
PEPPER, Chinese Giant, Doz., 15c; 25, 25c. CELERY, Self-blanching, Doz, 15c; 25, 25c. CABBAGE, Early Jersey Wakefield and
Copenhagen M’rk’t. Doz., 15c; 2 doz., 25c.
Mastodon Pansy Plants
We offer this famous Oregon strain of giants during April and May at 35c., & 50c., a Doz.
Visit Qur Gardens and See Them In Bloom.
1 block North of Peninsula Park
We wish to extend to all a hearty invi- tation to visit our Dahlia and Floral Gardens. Over 700 named varieties of Dahlias, including the best European and American Novelties, as w'ell as many new Creations of our own origin not yet offered to the public, will be growing under most up-to-date methods, and will be at their best after the middle of Au- gust, and until a heavy frost. Large col- lection of the newer Gladioli, and various other flowers, will bloom in their respect- ive seasons.
All flower lovers and especially Dahlia enthusiasts should try and see the Dahlias during September or early October, as we honestly believe it will be time well spent. And, you can also visit the Peninsular Park, Sunken Rose Gardens, and the new Auto Tourists’ Park at the same time, as we are located just north of these ever increasingly popular places of amusement.
Take the Kenton car on Broadway. Get off at Portland Boulevard or at Dekum Ave., as we are located just between these two streets. Right on the car line — you can’t miss it.
Are Our Trials Extensive?
After giving them thorough trial we have dis. carded over 1400 varieties of Dahlias during the past few years. Draw your own conclusions
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