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URAL  GUIDE  AND  CATALOG  FOR  1919 


. K.  ALEXANDER 


THE 

DAHLIA 

KING 


547-559  CENTRAL  STREET 

EAST  BRIDGEWATER,  MASSACHUSETTS 


001,  A 5 26  2 9 0 


SILVER  MEDAL 

HIGHEST  AWARD  FOR  EXHIBIT  OF  PEONIES,  JUNE  1918 


I print  this  not  because  I am  proud  of  my  own 
picture,  but  because  most  people  like  to  see  the 
man  with  whom  they  are  doing  business. 


J,  K.  ALEXANDER 


ftFP  26  1919 


A Talk  With  My  Friends  and  Patrons 


I TAKE  great  pleasure  in  pre- 
senting you  with  a copy  of 
my  new  1919  Catalogue  which 
I feel  is  a great  improvement 
over  my  last  issue.  I also 
take  this  opportunity  of  thanking 
my  many  friends  and  patrons  who 
have  recommended  and  favored  me 
with  their  orders  in  the  past,  and 
to  express  gratification  that  my 
determination  to  furnish  none  but 
the  best  stock,  is  so  widely  recog- 
nized. 

Five  years  ago  I constructed  a 
storage  and  shipping  plant  which 
is  a great  advantage  to  myself 
and  customers.  Under  my  pres- 
ent system  I am  able  to  ship  stock 
from  the  time  we  finish  digging, 
about  November  15th,  till  July  1st 
the  following  year. 

This  building  has  a cement  cellar 
containing  11,700  cubic  feet  of  stor- 


age room  and  4,680  square  feet  of 
floor  space.  It  is  the  largest  build- 
ing of  the  kind  in  the  world.  I es- 
pecially invite  all  my  friends  and 
customers  to  make  a personal  in- 
spection of  my  plant. 

I have  been  acknowledged  the  larg- 
est Dahlia  grower  in  the  world.  This 
last  season  I grew  over  4,500,000 
Dahlia  plants — nearly  40  acres.  I 
feel  that  this  will  be  of  great  inter- 
est to  the  general  public  who  have 
in  past  years  come  long  distances 
to  visit  my  fields  in  the  flowering 
season,  through  the  months  of  Au- 
gust and  September.  My  fields  are 
kept  open  at  all  times  for  the  in- 
spection of  the  public.  Visitors  are 
always  welcome.  I am  pleased  at 
any  time  to  assist  the  public  with 
any  information  possible,  provided 
they  will  send  return  stamp. 

My  growing  exhibits  at  the  World’s 
Fair,  St.  Louis  Purchase  Exposition, 

Jamestown  Exposition,  Alaska- Yu- 
kon-Pacific Exposition,  and  Panama- 
Pacific  Exposition,  won  honors  of 
highest  degree,  acknowledging  my  stock  universal- 
ly unsurpassed. 

The  past  season  I made  more  exhibits  than  ever 
before  in  the  different  states,  winning  first  prizes 
in  all  of  them.  I dare  say  I won  more  prizes  than 
any  other  firm  in  America  in  the  past  season. 

It  is  unnecessary  to  say  anything  regarding  the 
exhibits  I have  made  at  the  different  horticultural 
and  agricultural  societies  in  the  past.  Every  per- 
son that  ever  saw  my  exhibit  knows  that  it  was 
fully  as  good,  if  not  the  best  that  was  ever  made 
in  the  place  where  I exhibited. 

If  you  are  looking  for  some  first  class,  up-to-date 
Dahlias,  do  not  hesitate  in  placing  your  order  in 
the  hands  of  a firm  who  has  been  doing  business 
for  24  years,  and  will  give  you  good  satisfaction 
for  your  money.  My  stock  is  strong,  separated, 
field-grown  clumps,  with  one  or  two  eyes  on  a 
bulb,  and  guaranteed  true  to  name.  Although  my 
stock  is  not  overgrown,  it  is  considered  much  the 
better  for  amateur  growers,  as  the  stock  has  not 
been  forced  to  any  overgrowth,  which  is  very  apt 
to  take  out  of  the  stock  rather  than  add  anything 
to  its  value.  Many  large  firms  recommend  and 
sell  mostly  Dahlia  plants,  and  charge  as  much  for 
them  as  strong  roots  ; they  are  all  right  for  a pro- 
fessional who  understands  the  handling  of  them 
and  wishes  to  build  up  a stock  quickly,  but  I would 
not  recommend  them  to  the  amateur.  If  cut  off 
by  an  insect  the  plant  is  lost,  but  it  is  not  so  with 
bulbs.  The  sprout  from  a bulb  if  cut  off  by  an 
insect  will  come  again  with  two  sprouts,  so  one 


Burgle — Decorative  Dahlia  (See  page  27). 

does  not  feel  as  if  he  had  paid  out  good  money  for 
stock  and  at  the  end  of  the  season  had  nothing  to 
show  for  it.  In  many  cases  I find  that  strong 
bulbs  with  good  eyes  or  sprouts,  do  not  always 
grow;  so,  if  any  of  my  customers,  after  purchas- 
ing any  of  my  bulbs,  should  have  any  of  them  fail 
to  grow  after  planting  them,  dig  them  up  and  mail 
them  back  with  the  label  on  them,  and  I will  re- 
mail you  one  in  place  of  them ; but,  do  not  re- 
mail stock  you  have  purchased  elsewhere,  as  this 
has  happened  in  some  cases. 

I would  rcommend  that  customer's  order  early, 
as  my  orders  are  booked  in  rotation  and  shipped 
accordingly.  My  stock  is  tested  before  being  ship- 
ped to  my  customers.  I shall  take  as  much  pains 
in  the  future  as  in  the  past  to  send  out  nothing 
but  first-class  stock  and  to  continue  the  same 
prompt,  liberal  and  conscientious  dealings.  Hop- 
ing to  receive  a share  of  your  patronage  this  com- 
ing season,  I remain. 

Respectfully  yours, 

J.  K.  ALEXANDER, 

The  Dahlia  King 

(Copyrighted) 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

January  1,  1919. 

Long  Distance  Telephone  Connection. 


/.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


History  of 

The  Dahlia  is  a native  of  Mexico,  where  it  grew 
wild,  and  in  its  single  state.  Earliest  history 
dates  back  to  1657,  when  it  was  called  Acoctli  by 
the  Aztec  Indians.  Later  the  name  was  changed 
to  Georgiana,  after  Professor  Georgi  of  St.  Peters- 
burg, which  name  is  still  used  in  some  of  the 
foreign  catalogues.  It  was  again  changed  to  Dah- 
lia, in  honor  of  Dr.  Andrew  Dahl,  a Swedish 
botanist. 

The  Dahlia  was  first  cultivated  in  the  Botanic 
Gardens,  at  Madrid,  Spain,  in  1879,  and  at  about 
the  same  time  was  introduced  into  England  by  the 
Marchioness  of  Bute. 

Dahlia  Variabilis.  from  which  most  of  the  com- 
mon or  Show  Dahlias  have  originated,  was  single 
in  its  wild  state.  The  first  double  forms  appeared 


The  Culture 

Success  Will  Follow  If  You 

LOCATION.  The  Dahlia  is  not  as  particular  as 
most  of  our  flowers,  and  will  succeed  under  a great 
many  adverse  conditions.  There  are,  however,  cer- 
tain locations  where  Dahlias  seem  to  outdo  them- 
selves. An  open  sunny  location  seems  to  favor 
them  at  all  times.  Dahlias  do  well  on  high  and 
low  land,  on  hillsides  or  perfectly  level  land,  giv- 
ing good  results  in  each  location. 

I find  Dahlias  are  particularly  adapted  for  sea- 
shore use,  and  not  only  do  well,  but  thrive,  for  the 
reason  of  the  moisture,  and  principally  the  heavy 
dews  which  collect  during  the  nights. 

I also  find  that  many  varieties  do  well  in  partial 
shade,  producing  fully  as  good  flowers  as  they  do 
in  the  hot  sun,  especially  for  exhibition  purposes. 

Dahlias  will  grow  and  do  equally  well  in  any 
kind  of  soil.  I have  sand,  gravel,  heavy  and  light 
loam,  lew  land  and  hills,  and  find  very  little  differ- 
ence, as  far  as  the  number  of  flowers  are  concerned, 
the  only  difference  being  that  in  sand  and  gravel 
they  form  a short,  sturdy,  compact  plant,  and  in 
heavy  loam  and  low  land  they  grow  tall  and  rank, 
blossoming  about  a week  later  than  those  planted 
at  the  same  time  in  sandy  soil. 

PREPARATION.  The  soil  should  be  thorough- 
ly cultivated ; ploughed  or  spaded  8 to  10  inches 
deep,  well  pulverized  and  thoroughly  worked  over, 
thus  affording  an  opportunity  for  rapid  expansion, 
and  making  an  easy  path  for  the  tiny  rootlets. 
To  secure  exceptional  results,  have  your  soil 
ploughed  or  spaded  in  the  fall,  or  as  early  as  prac- 
ticable in  the  spring ; then  just  before  planting 
have  soil  thoroughly  ploughed  or  spaded  again. 

FERTILIZER.  Fertilization  is  one  of  the  most 
important  factors,  to  be  successful  with  Dahlias. 
We  all  know  that  a growing  plant,  the  Dahlia  for 
instance,  requires  and  takes  from  the  soil  certain 
properties  ; and  in  order  to  keep  the  soil  in  correct 
proportion,  the  materials  the  Dahlia  takes  from 
the  soil  must  be  restored.  This  must  be  done  by 
fertilization.  You  can  use  dressing  (either  horse, 
cow,  sheep  or  hen),  or  chemicals,  or  any  commer- 
cial fertilizer  rich  in  nitrogen,  potash,  ammonia, 
and  phosphoric  acid.  Fish  and  potash,  acid  phos- 
phate in  the  form  of  bone  flour,  or  sulphate  of 
potash,  are  also  very  effective.  My  system  of  fer- 
tilization— every  other  fall  I give  my  land  a top- 
dressing of  stable  manure,  ploughing  under  and 
alternate  with  lime,  using  this  as  a top-dressing. 

The  manure  restores  the  properties  necessary, 
and  makes  the  soil  light  and  mellow,  keeps  it  from 
being  heavy  and  caking,  while  lime  has  the  same 
tendency  and  keeps  the  soil  sweet.  When  plant- 
ing in  the  spring  I use  commercial  fertilizers  ex- 
clusively (a  complete  potato  fertilizer  and  ground 
bonemeal  in  equal  proportions).  Every  fourth  or 
fifth  year  I make  a fall  planting  of  winter  rye, 
then  turn  under  in  the  spring,  planting  the  bulbs 
with  commercial  fertilizers. 

An  application  of  manure  (either  in  liquid  or 
ordinary  form),  several  times  throughout  the  grow- 


the  Dahlia 

in  1814  and  were  credited  to  M.  Donkelaar,  of  the 
Botanical  Gardens  of  Belgium.  The  Pompon  form 
appeared  about  1858,  followed  by  the  Decorative, 
the  origin  of  which  is  not  clearly  defined,  but  prob- 
ably dates  back  some  40  or  50  years.  Dahlia 
Jaurezi,  the  first  of  Cactus  Dahlia,  was  discovered 
in  Juxphaor,  Mexico,  in  1872,  by  J.  T.  Vanderberg, 
and  named  Juarezi  in  honor  of  President  Juarez 
of  Mexico.  It  was  sent  by  Vanderberg  to  an 
English  florist,  who  exhibited  it  in  England  in 
1880. 

Dahlia  tubers  or  bulbs  were  used  as  a food  in 
Mexico,  and  at  one  time  in  France.  It  was  at- 
tempted to  introduce  them  into  cultivation  in  all 
Europe  as  a food  for  either  man  or  cattle,  but  the 
taste  was  found  nauseous  to  European  palates. 


of  the  Dahlia 

Observe  These  Instructions 

ing  season  proves  very  beneficial,  furnishing  new 
material  for  the  growing  plants  and  insuring  you 
the  very  best  results. 

TIME  OF  PLANTING.  The  time  for  planting 
Dahlias  varies  according  to  the  locality ; whether 
your  spot  is  sheltered  or  open,  early  or  lateness  of 
the  season,  and  the  times  when  the  general  crop  of 
flower  is  desired.  Dahlias  can  be  planted  any 
time  after  danger  of  frost  is  over,  and  under  or- 
dinary conditions  will  blossom  in  from  6 to  8 
weeks  after  they  have  been  planted.  It  is  always 
best  to  wait  until  the  ground  becomes  thorough- 
ly warmed. 

PLANTING.  Plant  bulbs  in  hills  or  drills,  lay- 
ing flat  down,  6 inches  deep.  Do  not  stand  the 
bulb  on  end.  If  you  stand  the  bulb  on  end,  having 
the  sprout  near  the  top  of  the  ground,  all  the  new 


Queen  Wilhelmina  (See  page  24). 


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baking,  and  con- 
serving  the 
moisture  in  the 
soil,  thus  avoid- 
ing the  necessi- 
ty of  watering. 

As  the  shoot 
or  plant  com- 
mences to  show 
itself  above  the 
ground,  care 
should  be  tak- 
en at  this  time 
for  the  preven- 
tion of  cut- 
worms and  other 
pests  that  de- 
stroy the  young 
shoots  ; I recom- 
mend vermine, 
aphol,  cut-worm 
food  or  tobacco 
dust,  as  best  pre- 
ventive for  these  pests. 

As  soon  as  the  plants  attain  a 
height  of  8 to  10  inches  it  is  time 
to  commence  to  “train”  your  plants. 

There  are  three  systems  from 
which  you  must  choose '.  The  Stak- 
ing System,  the  Branching  Method, 
and  the  Massing  System. 

The  Staking  System  is  the  most 
popular,  many  amateurs  finding 
it  the  most  successful.  Dahlias 
under  this  system  should  be 
planted  from  2 to  4 feet  apart, 
according  to  the  amount  of  space 
you  have  to  devote — the  larger, 
the  more  robust  the  plants. 
Stakes  should  be  set  when  the 
Dahlia  is  planted.  As  soon  as  plants 
attain  a height  of  2 to  3 feet  they 
should  be  secured  to  the  stakes,  thus 
protecting  them  and  preventing  the 
brittle  stalks  from  being  blown  over 
or  getting  broken. 

The  Branching  Method.  This  sys- 
tem is  advocated  by  many  profes- 
sionals and  does  away  with  staking. 
Plant  in  hills  or  rows  from  18  to  30 
inches  apart.  When  your  plant  has 
two  sets  of  leaves,  pinch  off  or  cut 
out  the  whole  top  of  the  plant ; at 
each  leaf  a branch  will  start,  thus 
making  four  branches  one  at  each 
leaf.  Do  not  pinch  off  your  plant 
more  than  once,  as  this  system  makes  your  plants 
two  weeks  later  in  flowering  ; but  you  receive  four 
flower  stalks,  each  of  which  will  blossom  equal  to 
the  one  stalk  which  you  would  have  received  had 
you  left  your  plants-  growing  without  pinching. 
When  the  plant  is  grown  it  will  have  a short, 
strong,  single  stalk,  which  comes  only  an  inch  or 
two  above  the  ground,  with  four  branches  of  flower- 
ing stalks.  The  plant  is  short  and  has  a neat 
branching  appearance ; the  branches  are  self-sup- 
porting and  are  not  easily  blown  over  by  the  winds. 


Collection  of  three 
Colossal  Dahlias 
for  75c,  prepaid. 

ROSE,  at  the 
right.  (See  page 
35). 

REGGIE,  at  the 
left.  (See  page 
32) 

YELLOW  CO- 
LOSSE,  below. 

For  description 
see  page  31. 


bulbs  which  form 
will  grow  near 
the  top  of  the 
ground  and  when 
you  have  a drv 
spell  your  plant 
becomes  stunted, 
whereas,  if  the  bulbs 
were  planted  flat  down 
6 inches  deep,  no  mat- 
ter how  dry  the  sea- 
son, the  bulbs  would 
receive  sufficient 
moisture  to  keep  them 
growing.  If  planting 
with  manure,  cover 
manure  an  inch  or  so 
before  planting  bulbs  ; 
fertilizer  should  be 
thoroughly  worked  into  the  soil.  Either  fertilizer 
or  manure  will  burn  the  sprout ; be  sure  to  cover 
with  soil. 

By  planting  the  bulb  first,  then  covering  an  inch 
or  so  with  soil  and  applying  your  fertilizer  or 
manure,  your  plant  receives  the  entire  benefit  of 
the  dressing.  The  dressing  is  above  the  bulb  and 
every  rain  carries  the  food  down  to  the  roots, 
whereas,  if  your  dressing  is  below  the  bulb,  each 
rain  takes  your  dressing  further  away  from  your 
plant. 


Summary : Plant  bulb  6 inches  deep,  flat  down, 

having  sprout  or  eye  facing  upward ; cover  with 
soil  an  inch  or  so,  applying  dressing,  and  cover  in 
level. 

CULTIVATION.  Cultivation  is  the  principal  re- 
quirement of  the  Dahlia — the  most  important  of 
all  operations  to  insure  success.  Keep  the  soil  well 
cultivated  and  free  from  weeds ; never  allow  the 
soil  to  crust. 

CARE  OF  PLANTS.  Give  thorough  cultivation, 
deep  at  first,  and  continued  once  a week  until  the 
plants  commence  to  flower.  After  they  commence 
to  blossom  do  not  cultivate,  as  then  is  the  time  the 
new  roots  are  forming  and  you  are  apt  to  cut  off 
the  new  tubers,  weakening  the  growth  of  the  plant. 
Do  not  fail  to  stir  the  soil  after  each  rain,  keeping 
the  soil  from  forming  a crust  on  the  surface,  or 


The  Massing  System.  This  is  the  system  I use  in 
planting  my  immense  fields — avoiding  the  extra 
labor  and  expense  of  staking,  the  woodeny  effect  of 
stakes  in  your  garden  and  giving  a solid  mass  of 
foliage  and  flowers,  more  beautiful  and  effective 
than  where  Nature’s  beauty  is  broken  at  each  inter- 
val with  a stake.  Plant  bulbs  in  rows  from  10 
inches  to  2 feet  apart,  according  to  the  amount  of 
space  you  have  to  devote.  The  plants  are  self-sup- 
porting, each  plant  supporting  and  protecting  the 
other. 

At  the  height  of  18  inches  spray  occasionally 
with  arsenate  of  lead,  nico-fume  liquid,  nicoticide, 
tobakine,  whale  oil  solution  or  other  first-class 
solutions  to  kill  and  keep  away  the  aphis  or  green 
fly.  which  often  infest  Dahlias. 

Both  wood  ashes  and  lime  are  good  at  all  times, 
and  in  addition  to  being  good  fertilizers,  are  effect- 
ive as  preventives  against  insect  pests. 


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As  you  cut  and  remove  your  flowers, 
your  plant  sends  forth  new  flowering 
stalks  from  the  bottom  of  the  plant ; the 
more  flowers  you  cut,  the  more  will 
grow. 

Disbudding  is  more  generally  used  for 
flowers  for  exhibition  purposes.  When 
wishing  the  largest  flower  possible,  for 
exhibition  purposes,  you  can  disbud 
every  side  shoot  down  the  entire  length 
of  your  stalk,  forcing  all  plant  life  into 
the  one  flower,  thus  growing  one  flower 
of  gigantic  size ; this  disbudding  in 
addition  to  forcing  with  manure  (taken 
up  under  forcing)  insures  you  much 
greater  success  at  exhibitions. 

Anyone  can  grow  Dahlias  of  exhibi- 
tion quality  if  they  will  digest  these 
remarks,  study  plant  requirements  and 
then  act  accordingly. 


Alight,  Cactus  Dahlia  (See  description,  page  13). 

To  obtain  the  largest  and  most  perfect  flowers, 
only  the  best  and  largest  buds  should  be  allowed 
to  mature  ; the  others  being  taken  off,  enabling  the 
full  strength  to  develop  those  into  exhibition  blooms. 

DISBUDDING.  Some  varieties  of  Dahlias  re- 
quire thinning  and  disbudding  to  produce  the  best 
flowers.  Varieties  having  an  excessive  amount  of 
foliage  and  small  growth  should  have  a consider- 
able part  of  their  branches  removed,  while  those 
having  more  buds  than  can  be  properly  developed 
or  matured  should  be  disbudded.  The  operation  in 
no  way  endangers  the  plants  and  anyone  can  do 
it.  Thin  and  disbud  if  necessary,  moderately  or 
severely  as  conditions  seem  to  require. 

Taking  a budded  stalk  or  branch,  you  will  note 
the  large  or  first  bud  on  the  stalk,  and  also,  that 
at  each  leaf  all  the  way  down  the  stalk  new  shoots 
or  bud-stalks  form ; these  in  turn  produce  buds  and 
flowering  stalks,  which  over-top  the  first  bud.  The 
first  bud  on  every  stalk  is  always  the  largest  and 
produces  the  largest  and  best  flower,  ordinarily. 
Before  the  first  flower  is  in  full  blossom,  the  first 
two  side  shoots  have  formed  buds  and  burst  into 
flowers.  These  in  turn  become  passe,  to  be  replaced 
by  flowering  shoots  from  the  set  next  below,  or 
the  second  pair  of  side  shoots. 

On  most  varieties  the  first  flower  has  a short, 
stiflf  stem ; we  disbud  to  lengthen  the  stem  and  to 
secure  larger  flowers. 

The  proper  way  to  disbud:  When  the  first  bud  is 
small  the  first  set  of  side  shoots  should  be  removed 
with  a sharp  knife.  This  forces  all  the  plant  life 
that  under  ordinary  conditions  would  have  devel- 
oped the  first  two  side  shoots,  into  the  first  bud, 
making  the  first  flower  much  larger  and  giving  it  a 
good  long  stem.  Removing  the  first  set  of  shoots 
also  forces  ahead  the  second  set  and  they  in  turn 
burst  into  flower. 


After  your  plant  has  been  blossom- 
ing continually  and  flowers  commence  to  grow 
smaller,  then  is  the  logical  and  proper  time  to 
fertilize.  Apply  any  good  fertilizer  broadcast, 
or  any  kind  of  manure  available,  but  it  is  bet- 
ter to  make  two  moderate  applications  than 
too  much  at  one  time. 

FORCING.  To  produce  the  finest  flowers  for 
exhibition  purposes : Plant  3 to  5 feet  apart, 

using  a liberal  amount  of  manure  or  fertilizer ; 
cultivate  frequently  ; apply  fertilizer  or  manure, 
broadcast  or  liouid  form,  at  each  or  every  other 
hoeing,  and  disbud.  Nitrate  of  soda  proves  very 
effective  for  forcing.  Apply  in  liquid  or  crys- 
tal form  when  plants  are  in  bud  ; make  applica- 
tions often,  but  do  not  use  too  much  at  a time. 
Nitrate  of  soda  is  very  powerful  and  if  too 
much  is  used  it  will  burn  up  your  plants  or 
force  them  to  such  an  over-growth  that  the 
roots  will  decay  during  the  winter.  Apply 
nitrate  of  soda  in  crystal  form  on  top  of  the 
ground,  or  in  liquid  form,  using  one  table- 
spoonful of  nitrate  of  soda  crystals  to  a gallon 
of  water,  using  sprayer  or  watering  can. 

When  the  flower  buds  appear,  only  one  bud 
should  be  allowed  to  come  to  maturity,  ena- 
bling each  branch  to  produce  one  exceptionally 
fine,  perfect  flower.  The  flowers,  for  ouality,  must 
not  be  allowed  to  receive  the  drenching  rains  or 
scalding  sun  when  nearing  full  bloom  and  should 
be  protected  from  such. 

It  is  always  advisable  to  cut  flowers  that  are  to 
be  exhibited  as  late  as  possible  at  night  when  the 
dew  is  on  them,  placing  them  in  water  and  keep- 
ing them  as  cool  as  possible  over  night,  thereby 
enabling  them  to  withstand  handling,  packing  and 
transportation. 

WATERING.  Although  I wish  it  understood 
that  I do  not  believe  in  watering,  and  find  from  ex- 
perience that  it  is  unnecessary,  a judicious  water- 
ing of  your  plants  proves  very  helpful.  Watering 
plants  in  beds  or  various  places,  especially  near 
trees,  on  lawns',  along  walks,  etc.,  proves  beneficial, 
but  when  you  water,  do  it  thoroughly.  It  is  that 
constant  surface  sprinkling  every  day  that  causes 
surface  roots  and  soft  growth,  that  I do  not  advise. 
A thorough  soaking  once  or  twice  a week  during  a 
drought,  with  the  soil  stirred  the  following  day,  is 
an  excellent  thing  where  water  and  time  is  at 
hand. 

However  for  commercial  purposes  we  receive 
better  results  by  not  watering. 

HARVESTING.  The  harvesting  and  packing  for 
winter  is  very  important,  upon  which  depends  your 
future  success.  Should  you  lose  your  Dahlias  dur- 
ing the  winter,  you  will  be  obliged  to  buy  new 
ones  in  the  spring  ; therefore,  these  suggestions  are 
important. 

Dahlias  should  be  harvested  shortly  after  their 
foliage  has  been  killed  by  frost.  I find  from  ex- 
perience that  as  soon  as  the  frost  kills  the  foliage, 
the  strength  of  the  stalk  recedes  back  into  the 
bulbs.  By  digging  two  or  three  days  after  your 
plant  has  been  killed  by  frost,  your  clumps  are  in 
a perfectly  dormant  condition,  having  no  sprouts, 


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keeping  perfectly  all  winter  and  sending  forth 
sprouts  in  the  spring,  which  is  the  proper  time. 

Dahlias  may  be  dug  with  fork,  spade  or  plow. 
In  digging  or  harvesting  the  clumps  great  care 
should  be  taken.  Dig  them  and  dig  very  carefully ; 
do  not  pull  them  up.  You  have  large  clusters  of 
bulbs  or  clumps;  each  bulb  has  a neck,  which  rs 
the  small  portion  between  the  bulb  and  where  it 
joins  the  stalk.  The  clumps  should  be  dug  or  lifted 
carefully,  so  as  not  to  break  the  necks  of  the  bulbs. 
If  you  crack,  girdle  or  break  the  necks  sometimes 
they  will  dry  up,  other  times'  decay.  However, 
when  the  clumps  are  divided,  the  bulbs  with  broken 
necks  are  weak  and  not  as  good  and  it  requires 
longer  for  the  bulbs  to  become  established  before 
they  commence  to  grow  after  they  are  planted  in 
the  ground.  After  removing  the  clumps,  shake 
gently  to  remove  the  soil  that  would  naturally 
fall  off.  Cut  off  tops  within  two  or  three  inches 
above  tops  of  clumps,  allowing  them  to  be  ex- 
posed to  the  sun  and  air  for  only  an  hour  or  two. 
Do  not  allow  them  to  stay  out  two  or  three  days 
to  dry  up,  then  wonder  why  they  are  withered  and 
fail  to  sprout.  Pack  in  a cool,  frost-proof  place 
where  extremes  of  temperature  may  be  avoided— 
a place  having  an  average  temperature  of  about 
45  degrees.  Do  not  cover  or  pack  in  any  material 
or  with  any  substance.  Cork,  sawdust,  shavings, 
coal  ashes,  sand  or  earth,  all  hold  and  retain  a 
dampness  or  moisture  which  is  unnatural,  making 
it  too  close,  compact  and  damp,  causing  the  clumps 
to  start  to  mildew  or  decay.  Would  you  pack 
your  potatoes  in  any  of  the  above?  Simply  pack 
clumps  one  on  top  of  the  other,  placing  each 
clump  upside,  down.  Undoubtedly  you  are  aware 
that  the  Dahlia  stalk  is  hollow  and  that  this  hollow 
contains  a watery  substance  or  acid.  If  you  pack 
your  clumps  with  the  stalks  up,  the  acid  will  flow 
back  into  the  crown  of  the  clumps,  causing  decay, 
whereas,  if  you  turn  your  chimps  upside  down  the 
acid  must  flow  out,  and  clumps  will  remain  in  a 
perfectly  dormant  condition.  Pack  clumps  upside 
down  in  boxes  or  barrels,  packing  one  on  top  of 
the  other.  Dahlias  in  an  old-fashioned  cellar  will 
keep  first-class  without  any  cover- 
ing ; in  a cellar  having  a cement 
bottom  or  heat,  the  boxes  or  barrels 
should  be  lined  with  heavy  paper 
and  covered  with  paper  or  burlap. 

Covering  with  paper  or  burlap  ex- 
cludes the  air  and  preserves  a more 
even  temperature.  In  heated  places 
the  circulation  of  air  and  heat  causes 
the  bulbs  to  shrivel  and  dry  up ; a 
covering  of  this  kind  prevents  the 
roots  from  shriveling. 

DIVISION  OF  CLUMPS.  Al- 
though I divide  clumps  all  winter, 
it  is  because  of  the  number  of  clumps 
I have  to  divide;  I recommend  that 
the  amateur  wait  until  spring  before 
dividing.  Dahlias  keep  during  the 
winter  much  better  in  clump  form. 

In  the  spring  the  clumps  commence 
to  send  out  sprouts,  which  aid  in 
dividing  properly:  To  divide,  use  a 

sharp  knife.  Separate,  leaving  each 
bulb  separate,  first  dividing  the 
clump  in  half,  then  dividing  to  one 
bulb.  Plant  only  one  bulb  in  a hill ; 
never  plant  more  than  two  bulbs. 

In  dividing,  great  care  should  be 
taken  and  a portion  of  the  crown  or 
stalk  should  be  left  on  each  bulb. 

It  is  on  the  crown  that  the  sprout 
starts,  and  if  the  bulb  has  no  crown, 
it  is  worthless. 

SIZE  OF  BULBS.  The  size  of  the 
bulb  or  tuber  does  not  in  any  way 
designate  the  size  or  quality  of  the 
flower.  Some  varieties  of  Dahlias 
always  produce  very  small  bulbs, 
while  other  varieties  make  large 
ones.  Do  not  consider  small  bulbs 
worthless,  for  they  are  equally  as 
good  and  in  many  cases  better  than 


large  ones.  Medium  and  small  sized  bulbs  more 
often  produce  the  finest  and  highest  colored  flow- 
ers, and  in  many  cases  the  best  and  most  effective 
plants.  The  only  requisite  of  a Dahlia  bulb  is ; 
Be  sure  that  your  bulb  has  one  or  two  eyes  or 
sprouts,  whether  large  or  small,  and  with  proper 
cultivation  success  is  generally  assured.  A clump, 
root,  bulb,  or  division  of  a clump,  pot-root,  cut- 
ting, sprout,  and  even  a Dahlia  seed,  will  grow 
and  blossom,  all  equally  well.  It  is  not  the  size, 
but  the  care  and  cultivation — cultivation  is  the 
principal  requirement  of  the  Dahlia. 

CONCLUSION.  There  are  no  set  rules  to  follow 
invariably  by  all.  or  even  by  any  one  grower  year 
after  year.  In  fact,  each  soil,  location,  climate  or 
season,  may  call  for  different  treatment.  Study 
your  plants  ; watch  them  as  they  develop  ; try  all 
experiments  along  lines  in  harmony  with  nature’s 
laws.  Success  with  Dahlias  is  the  same  as  with 
anything  else ; do  everything  in  moderation ; ex- 
cess in  any  direction  is  unwise.  In  many  locations 
conditions  ar#  so  favorable  that  Dahlias  grow  to 
perfection  with  practically  no  attention.  So  it  is 
with  seasons— some  years  Dahlias  do  well  the  entire 
season,  but  there  is  no  reason  why  Dahlias  should 
not  be  grown  successfully  year  after  year.  My 
methods  of  cultivation  are  simple  and  easily  fol- 
lowed, the  treatment  and  requirements'  are  so 
simple,  there  is  no  reason  why  you  should  not  be 
successful  with  your  Dahlias.  The  Dahlia  is  one  of 
the  easiest  plants  to  grow  and  will  produce  more 
flowers  than  any  other  plant  in  the  garden,  if 
properly  cared  for. 


WILL  WANT  MORE  FLOWERS  LATER. 

Pittston,  Pa.,  May  4th,  1918. 

J.  K.  Alexander, 

Dear  Sir : — I am  pleased  to  tell  you  the  box  of 
bulbs  arrived  this  A.  M.,  and  I found  them  to  be 
in  perfect  condition  and  very  nice  bulbs.  I notice 
you  sent  an  extra  Queen  Emma,  for  which  I wish 
to  thank  you.  I shall  want  more  flowers  from 
you  later.  MRS.  J.  J.  BRYDEN, 

36  Swallow  St. 


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FRANK  A.  WALKER 

75  Cents  Each 

| See  description  on  page  27. 


Terms  of  Sale 


Cash  With  Orders.  Remittances  may  be  made  by  Post  Office  or  Express  Money  Order,  Bank  Draft  or 
Registered  Letter  at  my  risk.  (Remittances  for  less  than  $1.00  can  be  made  in  stamps).  All  orders  for 
bulbs  will  be  shipped  by  Parcel  Post,  Express  or  Freight,  whichever  way  we  deem  advisable,  prepaid  to  all 
parts  of  the  United  States  and  Canada  : unless  otherwise  stated.  I guarantee  their  safe  arrival  in  good 
condition.  No  extra  charges  for  packing ; one-half  dozen  at  dozen  rates. 

Any  one  variety  priced  at  15  cents  may  be  had  at  $1.50  per  dozen. 

Any  one  variety  priced  at  20  cents  each  may  be  had  at  $2.00  per  dozen. 

Also  the  same  with  25  cents,  35  cents,  50  cents,  75  cents,  and  $1.00  varieties. 

Always  address, 

J.  K.  ALEXANDER 

THE  DAHLIA  KING 

Long  Distance  Telephone  Connection  East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 


East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  J.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


1414  Mass.  Ave.,  S.  E. 

Washington,  D.  C.,  July  1,  1918. 
My  Dear  Mr.  Alexander: 

Allow  me  to  express  to  you  my  keen 
appreciation  for  your  kindness  in  hav- 
ing sent  me  the  Dahlia  “Alight.”  My 
other  Dahlias  are  just  doing  fine  and 
I am  immensely  proud  of  them. 

I remain,  yours  respectfully, 
(MRS.)  DOROTHY  POWERS. 


Blanche — Single  Dahlia  (See  page  40). 


Announcement 

I take  great  pleasure  in  announcing 
to  my  customers  and  friends,  that  in 
1917  I purchased  the  entire  stock  of 
Dahlias  belonging  to  Mr.  Edgar  W. 
Ela  of  Woburn,  Mass.,  who  for  years 
was  known  to  the  world  as  one  of  the 
most  reliable  up-to-date  growers  of 
this  section.  Mr.  Ela  grew  about  5 
acres  each  year,  and  always  handled 
a fine  class  of  Dahlias. 


How  to  Keep  Cut 
Blooms  of  Dahlias 

Freshly  cut  flowers  will  keep  con- 
siderably longer,  and  wilted  flowers  if 
not  in  too  serious  condition,  will  be 
entirely  restored  in  appearance  if  the 
following  suggestions  are  followed : 
Cut  blossoms  in  early  part  of  the  day, 
whenever  possible.  Fill  receptacle 
with  water,  as  hot  as  can  be  borne  by 
one’s  hand.  Plunge  the  stems,  but 
not  the  foliage,  almost  their  entire 
length  into  the  water ; let  them  remain 
in  the  water  until  it  cools,  then  trans- 
fer into  cold  water  as  in  usual  man- 
ner, with  the  addition  of  a quarter- 
teaspoonful  of  salt  to  a quart  of  water. 
If  the  stems  are  particularly  hardy 
and  wiry,  water  near  boiling  point 
may  be  used  to  good  advantage.  My 
suggestion  would  be,  try  it  and  be 
convinced,  regulating  depth  of  water 
to  length  of  stems. 


Classification  of  Dahlias 


Dahlias  are  divided  into  two  divisions,  double 
and  single ; and  each  division  is  again  sub-divided 
into  classes,  according  to  size,  form  of  flowers  and 
arrangement  of  colors. 

DOUBLE  DAHLIAS  are  divided  into  the  follow- 
ing classes : Cactus,  Decorative,  Peony-Flowered, 

Colossal,  Show,  Fancy,  and  Pompon. 

CACTUS  DAHLIAS.  This  class  is  of  compara- 
tively recent  introduction,  and  is  entirely  distinct 
from  any  other  class.  The  flowers  are  loosely  and 
artistically  formed,  and  very  irregular,  resembling 
the  Chrysanthemum.  Petals  long,  twisted,  and  ter- 
minating in  a point.  Some  varieties  possess  nearly 
straight  petals,  others  are  gracefully  incurved. 

COLLARETTE  DAHLIAS.  The  flowers  are 
single,  with  an  additional  row  of  shorter  petals 
around  the  disc,  which  forms  a frill  or  collar, 
usually  of  a different  color  from  the  outer  petals. 

COLOSSAL  DAHLIAS.  Those  producing  flowers 
of  gigantic  size,  great  depth,  massive  in  propor- 
tions, and  globular  in  shape ; petals  are  cup-shaped, 
and  placed  in  exact  regularity.  Plants  are  strong, 
sturdy,  and  robust. 

DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS  are  large,  flat,  and  full 
to  the  center ; petals  quite  irregularly  situated, 
long,  broad,  flat,  and  nearly  straight. 


PEONY-FLOWERED  DAHLIAS.  A new  type 
of  Dahlia ; flowers  are  semi-double,  having  two, 
three,  or  more  rows  of  broad,  flat,  loosely  arrang- 
ed petals,  surrounding  a conspicuous,  rich,  golden 
yellow  center.  Petals  are  often  pointed,  and  some- 
times twisted,  and  in  some  varieties  the  inner  row 
of  petals  twists  and  curls  over  the  center,  giving 
the  appearance  of  a Japanese  Peony,  hence  its 
name.  The  blossoms  are  very  effective  and  grace- 
ful, and  adapt  themselves  to  bouquets  better  than 
any  other  type ; some  are  very  large  and  fluffy. 

FANCY  DAHLIAS.  In  form  and  habit  identi- 
cal with  the  Show  Dahlia,  but  different  in  arrange- 
ment of  colors.  The  flowers  are  tipped  or  edged 
lighter  than  the  ground  color,  or  splashed,  striped, 
mottled  and  variegated,  in  every  conceivable  man- 
ner. They  often  throw  a solid  flower,  on  the  same 
plant. 

POMPON  DAHLIAS.  In  form  identical  with 
the  Show  and  Fancy,  the  only  difference  being  size 
of  flowers  ; they  are  small,  round,  miniature  Dah- 
lias, and  flower  much  more  freely  than  any  other 
class. 

SINGLE  DAHLIAS.  These  have  but  one  row 
of  petals,  generally  eight,  resembling  the  Cosmos, 
and  are  very  free  flowering. 

SHOW  DAHLIAS.  These  are  large,  spherical, 
regular,  compact  and  full  to  the  center.  The  flow- 
ers are  either  solid,  edged,  tipped,  or  shaded 
darker. 


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Cactus  Dahlias 


The  greatest  and  most  phenomenal  type  of  all 
Dahlias,  showing  the  most  remarkable  development 
and  being  far  superior  to  the  other  classes.  My 
collection  of  Cactus  Dahlias  is  the  finest  and  most 
up-to-date  in  existence ; the  result  of  a careful  se- 
lection of  the  introductions  of  every  Dahlia  special- 
ist and  hybridizer,  in  reality  the  very  cream  of 
the  Cactus  Dahlia  world.  We  import  Dahlias  from 
all  over  the  world,  testing  in  our  trial  grounds 
several  thousand.  The  following  varieties  have 
withstood  our  ordeals,  as  to  quality,  ability  to 
flower  and  general  perfection. 

Sincerely  believing  the  time  has  come  when 
there  should  be  a distinction  between  the  different 
types  of  Cactus  Dahlia,  I take  this  opportunity  to 
divide  the  Cactus  Dahlia  into  three  classes : The 

Incurved  Cactus,  the  Straight-petaled  Cactus,  and 
the  Hybrid  Cactus.  The  fact  that  the  term  Cactus 
Dahlia  is  deceiving,  leads  me  to  make  this  dis- 


tinction. It  is  so  general,  and  the  shape  so  differ- 
ent, that  I think  it  best  to  make  a more  definite 
division.  In  the  exhibition  hall,  the  Cactus  Dahlia 
is  the  cause  of  considerable  discussion.  We  claim 
we  should  distinguish  the  modern  incurved  and 
tightly  quilled  Cactus,  that  is  of  higher  quality 
and  not  in  the  same  class,  from  the  broad,  flat- 
petaled  Hybrid  Cactus.  In  judging,  the  type 
should  be  considered,  and  where  they  are  all  classed 
as  Cactus  Dahlias  they  are  upon  the  same  equality, 
while  in  reality  they  are  far  from  ft.  With  the 
following  divisions  there  is  sufficient  distinction 
to  warrant  classification  and  exhibiting  of  each 
variety  in  its  individual  class. 

The  Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia,  with  quilled  and 
incurved  petals  or  florets  ; the  Straight-petaled 
Cactus  Dahlia,  with  quilled,  straight  petals ; the 
Hybrid  Cactus  Dahlia,  with  broad,  straight,  slight- 
ly quilled  and  pointed  petals. 


Phenomenal  New  Cactus  Dahlias  for  1919 


The  twelve  new  Cactus  Dahlias  listed  below  I offer  as  being  absolutely  unequaled  in  their  respective 
divisions.  For  coloring,  size,  and  general  habit  they  cannot  be  duplicated. 


BIANCA  (Hybrid).  (See  illustration,  page  12).  A 
new  Cactus  Dahlia  of  large  size  and  splendid 
form.  Coloring  is  beautiful  rose-lilac  with  white 
shadings  and  bloom  is  held  perfectly  erect  on 
strong,  stiff  stems.  Free-flowering.  $1.00  each. 


CONSTANCE.  A very  attractive,  rich,  rosy  pink. 
The  flower  is  large,  very  full  and  deep,  fine 
center,  long  petals,  moderately  and  regularly 
incurved.  The  plants  are  strong  and  with  erect 
habit.  $2.00  each. 


BOWEN  TUFTS.  Alexander’s  New  1918  Incurved 
Cactus  Dahlia.  The  flowers  are  of  gigantic 
size,  being  a bright  capucine  orange  blending 
to  a bright  golden  orange  in  the  center  with  yel- 
low reflex.  Very  stately,  eood  stems.  $5.00  each. 


Uranus — Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia  (See  page  11). 


FREDERICK  F.  G.  HELLIER.  New  1918  Straight- 
petaled  Cactus  Seedling  (Alexander).  One  of 
the  best  introduced  to  date.  The  color  is  a won- 
derful shade  of  clear  pierce  yellow  with  very 
large  flowers  borne  on  very  long  stems  well 
above  the  foliage.  I recommend  it 
very  highly  as  being  one  of  the 
best  all-around  Dahlias  to  date. 
$5.00  each. 

GEORGE  WALTERS.  This  is  the 
most  wonderful  Dahlia  ever  offer- 
ed. It  is  a Hybrid  Cactus  of  ex- 
quisite coloring,  being  a bright 
salmon-pink,  artistically  suffused 
with  old  gold.  It  is  the  largest 
Hybrid  Cactus  ever  intro- 
duced. The  flowers  are  borne 
on  long,  stiff,  wiry  stems, 
well  above  the  foliage.  It 
won  a gold  medal  for  best 
single  flower  in  one  of  the 
largest  shows  in  1917.  $3.50 
each. 

GEORGE  L.  STILLMAN.  A 

new  Hybrid  Cactus  of  excep- 
tional merit.  A very  tall, 
vigorous  grower  with  stems 
of  great  length,  and  blooms 
often  measuring  8 inches 
across.  Color,  rich  velvety 
light  maroon.  A prize  win- 
ner. Price,  $5.00  each. 

J.  HERBERT  ALEXANDER. 

Wonderful  New  Incurved 
Cactus  Seedling.  We  can 
rightly  term  this  a model 
Dahlia.  After  thoroughly  testing 
this  new  Dahlia,  and  finding  it  one 
of  the  most  satisfactory  varieties 
in  existence,  I deem  it  worthy  of 
bearing  the  name  of  my  son. 
The  plants  have  an  upright,  pleas- 
ing style  of  growth,  being  very 
strong  and  sturdy,  and  producing 
their  blossoms  upon  long,  perfect 
stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  The 
flowers  are  of  gigantic  size,  the 
first  flower  this  last  season  being 
almost  eight  inches  in  diameter, 
and  continuing  to  produce  good- 
sized  flowers  throughout  the  en- 
tire season.  The  flowers  are  pro- 
duced with  exceptional  freedom, 


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the  plants  being-  literally  covered  with  flowers 
from  July  until  frost,  which  makes  it  a mag- 
nificent garden  variety.  The  coloi’ing  of  this 
Dahlia  is  l'emarkable,  the  center  of  the  flower 
being  a charming  shade  of  golden  yellow,  ex- 
quisitely blending  to  sweetest  deep  salmon-pink. 
In  form  it  is  all  that  can  be  desired,  having  very 
long,  narrow,  tightly  quilled  florets,  which  are 
very  prettily  incurved.  This  will  prove  to  be 
one  of  the  best  all-round  Cactus  Dahlias  in 
existence.  $3.00  each. 

THE  LANCER.  An  English  variety,  slightly  in- 
curved, of  a beautiful,  rich,  scarlet  red  color. 
A flower  of  large  size  and  good  depth.  $1.00 
each. 

MASTERPIECE.  A wonderful  new  seedling  of 
magnificent  form  and  size.  The  blooms  pro- 
duced freely  throughout  the  season  are  a delicate 
coral-pink  in  color.  The  petals  incurve  slightly, 
are  long,  slender,  and  numerous.  $2.50  each. 

ROSE  QUEEN.  Fine  specimen  of  the  incurving 
form  with  good  stems.  The  color  is  a bright 
lilac-rose.  A very  fine  variety.  $1.00  each. 

TOM  LUNDY.  An  introduction  from  California 
and  one  of  the  largest  Hybrid  Cactus  Dahlias 
grown.  Of  a dark  velvety  red,  the  blooms  are 
held  on  long,  stiff  stems.  A sensational  novel- 
ty. Price,  $3.00  each. 

YELLOW  KING.  Another  gigantic  Hybrid  Cac- 
tus, splendid  for  cutting.  A fine,  pure  yellow, 
passing  to  a lighter  shade  at  the  tips.  The 
stems  are  long,  stiff,  and  upstanding.  The  plant 
is  a vigorous  grower  and  an  early,  prolific 
bloomer.  $1.00  each.  A splendid  introduction. 


INCURVED  CACTUS  DAHLIAS— Continued. 

HON.  MRS.  GREVILLE.  The  plants  of  this  variety 
ai*e  particularly  sturdy,  producing  their  blooms 
freely.  Orange-yellow  and  salmon.  $1.00  each. 

IGNEA.  Bright  crimson-scarlet.  A very  large 
and  distinct  variety.  Perfect  form.  $1.00  each. 

LAPWING.  Exceptionally  large  blooms  of  the 
finest  quality.  Color,  orange,  shaded  red.  One 
of  the  very  best.  $1.00  each. 

LAURETTA.  Quite  new  and  distinct  from  any 
other  variety.  The  flowers  are  of  good  size  and 
very  refined  shape,  having  a yellow  ground, 
deeply  edged  with  rosy  red.  Of  perfect  habit ; 
Good  for  either  garden  or  exhibition.  $1.00  each. 

LAVINIA.  Coppery-red  to  madder-crimson.  Very 
large,  distinct  form ; florets  spirally  twisted. 
Free  bloomer.  $1.00  each. 

MONT  BLANC.  A pure  white  variety  with  ex- 
quisite creamy  shadings.  The  flowers  are  large, 
on  long,  stiff  stems.  50  cents  each. 

RED  ADMIRAL.  One  of  the  best  varieties  for 
exhibition  purposes,  the  blooms  being  large, 
splendidly  formed  and  freely  produced.  Color, 
bright  scarlet.  $1.00  each. 

REFEREE.  A clear,  bright,  yet  soft  terra  cotta. 
The  flowers  are  very  large  and  produce  freely. 
Much  admired  by  all  wherever  exhibited.  $1.00. 

RHEIMS.  The  color  is  a delicate  salmon-pink  with 
yellow  base,  shading  off  to  pale  yellow  tips1.  A 
magnificent  flower  for  either  garden  or  exhibi- 
tion. $1.00  each. 


Incurved  Cactus 
Dahlias 

UP-TO-DATE  VARIETIES 
FOR  1919 

The  Cactus  Dahlias  in  this  list  all 
have  narrow,  quilled  petals ; some 
nearly  straight  and  others  con- 
siderably incurved. 

I will  ship  this  collection  of  14 
Incurved  Cactus  Dahlias  for 
$12.00,  prepaid. 

ABUNDANCE.  This  variety  is 
exceedingly  prolific  — a fact 
which  suggested  the  name.  It 
grows  to  a height  of  5%  feet, 
with  blooms  of  medium  size. 

The  color  is  cerise  at  the  base 
to  deep  pink  at  tips.  $1.00  each. 
CURLEW.  A distinct  and  pleasing 
old-rose  color  with  very  long  flor- 
ets incurving  over  the  center. 
The  siplendid  size  and  shape  of 
the  flowers,  erect  growth  and 
strong  stems  of  the  plants  make 
this  variety  one  of  the  most  de- 
sirable to  date.  $2.00  each. 
EDITH  CARTER.  A variety  of 
great  beauty  and  one  of  the  finest 
for  exhibition  purposes.  Color, 
yellow,  heavily  tipped  bright  rosy 
carmine.  Erect  habit.  $1.00  each. 
FAIRY.  New  Incurved  Cactus  Dah- 
lia. The  plants  are  dwarf,  pro- 
ducing blooms  freely ; petals  are 
long  and  gracefully  incurved. 
Color  a beautiful  ivory-white. 
$1.00  each. 

F.  W.  FELLOWS.  This  variety 
produces  huge  flowers  in  profu- 
sion. The  petals  are  narrow, 
straight  and  very  numerous,  al- 
lowing the  blooms  to  remain  full 
until  long  past  their  prime.  The 
growth  and  habit  is  all  that  could 
be  desired.  Color  a bright  orange- 
scarlet  throughout.  $1.00  each. 


Rev.  Alfred  H.  Lowe — Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia 

(For  description  see  page  11). 


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Nantwich — Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia.  Good  Example  of  the 
Incurved  Cactus  Type. 

Up-to-Date  Incurved  English 
Cactus  Dahlias  for  1919 

This  collection  of  phenomenal  Incurved  Cactus 
Dahlias  is  the  very  highest  and  finest  type  of 
Cactus  Dahlia  to  date.  The  flowers  are  not  only 
of  the  largest  size  and  exquisite  color,  but  possess 
the  most  wonderful  and  latest  type  of  the  Cactus 
Dahlia  ; the  florets  are  exceptionally  long,  very  nar- 
row, and  so  tightly  quilled,  incurved,  twisted  and 
interlaced,  as  to  almost  meet  at  the  center.  These 
varieties  created  a great  sensation  in  England, 
winning  overwhelmingly  over  all  other  Dahlias 
and  holding  both  amateur  and  professional  in 
amazement.  They  captured  many  gold  and  silver 
medals,  silver  cups  and  numerous  first-class  certifi- 
cates and  awards  of  merit. 

This  collection  of  20  Phenomenal  New  Incurved 
and  Tightly  Quilled  English  Cactus  Dahlias  I will 
ship  prepaid  to  any  part  of  the  U.  S.  for  $17.00. 

DOROTHY  HAWES.  Phenomenal  New  Incurved 
English  Cactus  Dahlia.  The  flowers  are  not  only 
large,  but  of  marvelous  depth  as  well.  The  great 
number  of  long  florets  that  incurve  and  interlace 
in  an  irregular  yet  beautiful  manner,  makes  this  a 
splendid  specimen  of  the  very  latest  type  of  Cac- 
tus Dahlia.  The  color  has  been  described  as  cerise 
and  as  ruby-red,  but  clear  rosy-purple  is  perhaps 
the  best  description.  The  stems  are  pendent,  but 
for  exhibition  it  is  indispensable.  $1.00  each. 

CLINCHER.  Up-to-date  Incurved  English  Cactus 
Dahlia.  As  the  name  denotes,  giving  a clinching 
appearance,  the  florets  or  petals  being  grace- 
fully and  effectively  incurved  and  so  perfect  as 
to  almost  meet  at  the  center.  A gigantic  Cactus, 
producing  its  enormous  blossoms  with  great 
ease,  but  on  pendent  stems.  The  color  of  this 
variety  is  most  pleasing,  being  a beautful  shade 
of  heliotrope.  75  Gents  each. 


FREDERICK  WENHAM.  Up-to- 
date  Incurved  English  Cactus 
Dahlia.  One  of  the  largest  Cactus 
Dahlias  to  date,  the  flowers  having 
florets  of  remarkable  length  and 
being  exceptionally  narrow 
throughout  their  entire  length  and 
beautifully  incurved ; they  are  ir- 
regularly whorled  and  twisted, 
giving  the  flower  a most  grace- 
ful appearance.  The  growth 
is  perfectly  upright  and  the 
stems  as  stiff  as  cane.  The 
color  is  a warm  fawn-pink, 
with  a soft  salmon  glow  at  the 
center.  Should  be  in  every 
garden.  75  cents  each. 

GENERAL  SMITH-DORRIEN. 

A New  Incurved  English  Cac- 
tus Dahlia  of  a fiery  scarlet 
color,  and  of  the  finest  quality. 
A beauty  in  every  way.  $2.00 
each. 

GOLDEN  EAGLE.  New  Incurved 
English  Cactus  Dahlia.  Orange- 
yellow,  suffused  rose,  and  fawn. 
Flowers  are  produced  on  long, 
stiff  stems  in  great  profusion. 
Moderately  incurved.  75c  each. 

H.  H.  THOMAS.  New  Up-to-date 
Incurved  English  Cactus  Dahlia. 

Few  varieties  combine  so  many 
good  qualities.  The  flowers  are  of 
beautiful  formation,  having  long, 
incurving  florets  or  petals.  The 
habit  of  the  plant  is  excellent ; a 
free-flowering  variety,  possessing 
long,  straight  stems  and  producing 
its  flowers  well  above  the  foliage. 
The  color  is  a beautiful  rich  deep 
crimson.  75  cents  each. 

JOHANNESBURG.  Beautiful  In- 
curved English  Cactus  Dahlia.  A 

gigantic,  moderately  incurved  Cac- 
tus Dahlia  of  sterling  qualities.  Blossoms  are 
produced  in  great  profusion  upon  good  stems. 
The  color  is  a pleasing  shade  of  bright  golden 
amber.  $1.00  each. 

JOHN  RIDING.  New  Incurved  English  Cactus 
Dahlia.  The  plants  of  this  variety  are  particu- 
larly sturdy,  producing  enormous  blossoms  of  a 
rich  deep  scarlet-crimson  color.  For  exhibition 
this  is  one  of  our  finest  introductions ; its  ex- 
ceptional size,  perfect  form,  great  depth,  and 
deep  rich  crimson  color  placing  it  in  the  front 
rank.  Flowers  commonly  measure  8 inches  in 
diameter.  This  variety  is  an  example  of  the 
highest  type  of  English  Cactus  Dahlia,  having 
splendidly  incurved  and  tightly  quilled  florets 
and  interlacing  form.  $1.00  each. 

MRS.  EDWARD  DRUREY.  New  Incurved  Eng- 
lish Cactus  Dahlia.  This  creation  will  prove  a 
thoroughly  reliable  variety  in  any  situation.  Color 
is  a delicate  shade  of  purple-crimson.  The  flow- 
ers are  formed  evenly,  but  not  strikingly  in- 
curved. Large  blossoms  produced  very  freely, 
and  are  good  throughout  the  season.  $2.00  each. 

MRS.  HENRY  RANDLE.  New  Incurved  English 
Cactus  Dahlia.  We  can  rightly  term  this  a model 
Dahlia.  The  coloring  is  one  of  the  sweetest  pos- 
sible, being  pale  cream  at  center,  quickly  chang- 
ing to  a lovely  rose  tint  and  distinctly  tipped 
creamy  white.  The  florets  are  tightly  quilled 
and  very  gracefully  incurved.  The  plant  is  ex- 
ceptionally healthy,  having  an  upright  and  pleas- 
ing style  of  growth.  $1.00  each. 

NANTWICH.  New  Incurved  English  Cactus  Dahlia. 
With  this  variety  the  habit  is  a great  feature  as 
well  as  the  flower,  the  growth  being  upright  and 
the  flower  stem  particularly  strong.  The  blos- 
soms are  of  incurved  form,  the  florets  being 
evenly  placed  and  unusually  good  in  texture. 
The  color  is  a beautiful  golden  orange,  somewhat 
deeper  in  the  center.  50  cents  each. 


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East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  ] . K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


Olympic — Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia. 

most  beautiful  exhibition  flower  of  finest  incurv- 
ed form  and  is  destined  to  become  one  of  the 
most  popular.  The  quantity  of  blossoms  pro- 
duced is  surprising.  “Uranus”  is  a fancy  Cactus 
Dahlia,  the  ground  color  being  creamy  white, 
thickly  speckled  and  striped  rosy-pink  to  vermil- 
ion-scarlet. One  of  the  finest  fancy  varieties  of 
the  incurved  type.  A beautiful  specimen.  $1.00 
each. 

W.  E.  PETERS.  New  Incurved  English  Cactus 
Dahlia.  A gigantic  exhibition  variety  of  clear 
crimson-scarlet.  There  are  a great  number  of 
very  narrow  florets,  all  of  which  are  so  perfectly 
incurved  as  to  completely  meet  in  the  center  as 
the  flower  fully  develops.  $2.00  each. 

Straight-Petaled  Cactus 
Dahlias 

UP-TO-DATE  VARIETIES  FOR  1919 

These  nine  recent  introductions  I will  send  pre- 
paid for  $8.00.  They  are  among  the  best  samples 
of  the  Cactus  Dahlia  to  date. 

E.  F.  HAWES.  A new  garden  Cactus  Dahlia  of 
great  value.  Flowers  are  borne  upon  stiff,  -wiry 
stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  TTie  color  is  an 
exquisite  clear  salmon-pink  shade,  which,  com- 
bined with  its  excellent  habit,  places  it  in  the 
front  rank  of  the  “all-round”  Cactus  Dahlias. 
$1.00  each. 

HONESTY.  A very  free  flowering  variety  of  per- 
fect habit.  The  flowers  are  white  at  first,  chang- 
ing with  age  to  pale  pink  with  white  center. 
Each  are  produced  upon  stiff,  wiry  stems,  well 
above  the  foliage.  $1.00  each. 


OLYMPIC.  New  Incurved  English 
Cactus  Dahlia.  A grand  flower  of 
deep  rich  crimson  color  and  truly 
massive  proportions,  many  flow- 
ers measuring  8 inches  across  ; of 
great  depth  as  well  as  being  ex- 
ceptionally incurved.  The  plants 
run  above  average  height  and 
need  not  be  thinned  or  disbudded 
too  vigorously,  the  flower  being  of 
sufficient  size  and  remaining 
full  to  the  center,  even  when 
the  plants  are  allowed  to  car- 
ry a good  display.  For  exhi- 
bition this  variety  will  prove 
a valuable  addition.  75  cents 
each. 

REV.  ALFRED  H.  LOWE.  New 
Incurved  English  Cactus  Dah- 
lia. (See  illustration  on  page 
9).  Produces  large,  well- 
built  flowers  of  the  very  high- 
est type  of  Incurved  Cactus 
Dahlia.  The  florets  are  long, 
tightly  quilled,  and  so  perfect- 
ly incurved  as  to  almost  meet 
in  the  center.  The  color  is 
chiefly  pure  yellow,  but 
outer  florets  and  the  tips 
the  younger  are  effectively 
tinged  with  rosy  shadings.  The 
plants  are  of  a free,  healthy  style 
of  growth  and  the  flower  stems  are 
long.  $1.00  each. 

RICHARD  BOX.  New  Incurved 
English  Cactus  Dahlia.  A clear, 
light  soft  shade  of  yellow.  This 
variety  blossoms  early  and  main- 
tains a steady  average  of  fine 
flowers  throughout  the  season. 

Moderately  incurved.  $1.00  each. 

SCORPION.  Wonderful  New  In- 
curved English  Cactus  Dahlia. 

One  of  the  most  sensational  of  the 
Incurved  Cactus  Dahlias.  A flow- 
er of  absolutely  unique  formation, 
the  florets  being  very  narrow  and 
so  gracefully  and  effectively  in- 
curved, twisted  and  interlaced  as  to 
almost  meet  in  the  center.  At  first  sight  one 
would  think  it  was  a Chrysanthemum.  The 
blossoms  are  of  medium  size  and  of  a beautiful 
clear  yellow  color.  This  variety  is  a great  fav- 
orite with  specialists  abroad,  especially  appeal- 
ing to  the  lovers  of  irregularly  formed  Cactus 
Dahlias.  50  cents  each. 

SYLVIA.  New  Incurved  English  Cactus  Dahlia. 
Beautiful  deep  pink,  blending  to  pale  lemon  at 
the  center.  Petals  long  and  slightly  incurved. 

$1.50  each. 

THE  QUAKER.  Superb  New  Incurved  English 
Cactus  Dahlia.  The  loveliest  color  I have  seen 
in  Dahlias — the  white  center  imperceptibly  be- 
coming tinged  with  delicate  flesh  pink,  so  dainty 
in  coloring  as  to  almost  give  the  impression  of 
artificiality.  The  plants  are  of  medium  height, 
producing  an  abundance  of  flowers  upon  strong, 
wiry  stems.  This  variety  bears  my  highest 
recommendation.  $1.00  each. 

THE  IMP.  Up-to-date  Incurved  English  Cactus 
Dahlia.  This  wonderful  introduction  is  best 
described  as  “The  Black  Dahlia,”  the  color  being 
as  near  black  as  we  have  ever  seen  in  Cactus 
Dahlias  ; a beautifully  formed  flower  with  long, 
claw-like  petals  and  exceptionally  good  incurved 
form.  The  flowers  are  large,  wonderfully  gor- 
geous, and  so  dark  that  they  have  gained  the 
name,  “The  Black  Dahlia.”  This  variety  is  one 
of  the  best  in  every  respect,  the  plants  being 
splendid,  robust  growers  and  remarkably  free- 
flowering.  75  cents  each. 

URANUS.  New  Incurved  English  Cactus  Dahlia. 
(See  illustration  on  page  8).  A very  large  blos- 
som of  exceedingly  good  form.  In  offering  this 
variety  we  wish  to  state  definitely  that  the  habit 
is  absolutely  pendent.  At  the  same  time  it  is  a 


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Hybrid  Cactus 
Dahlias 


Bianca — Hybrid  Cactus.  (See  page  8). 

STRAIGHT-PETALED  CACTUS  DAHLIAS 
Continued. 

LORNA  DOONE.  This  exquisite  medium  sized 
Cactus  is  especially  suitable  for  garden  decora- 
tion and  cutting.  The  blending  of  colors  is  un- 
usual ; yellow  at  base,  the  greater  part  of  the 
floret  being  a beautiful  pink  shade,  yet  so  decid- 
edly tinged  with  carmine  as  to  make  it  very  dis- 
tinct. $1.50  each. 

MILTON  HOWARD.  A charming  shade  of  bright 
pink,  with  white  at  center  and  tips  of  petals. 
$1.00  each. 

MRS.  BRANDT.  Magnificent  New  Cactus  Dahlia. 
The  flowers  are  large,  charmingly  beautiful,  and 
perfect  for  exhibition  purposes.  The  florets  are 
exceptionally  long,  and  very  evenly  distributed, 
standing  out  like  a circular  array  of  spears, 
while  the  center  is  a picture  of  perfection.  The 
plant  makes  splendid  specimens,  with  deep  green 
foliage,  and  carry  their  flowers  on  enormous 
stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  The  coloring  is 
most  exquisite ; a beautiful  salmon-buff,  blend- 
ing to  golden  yellow  at  center.  One  of  the  larg- 
est and  best.  $1.50  each. 

NANCY  MAE.  One  of  the  best  dark  Cactus  Dah- 
lias grown.  A rich,  dark,  cardinal-red,  of  extra 
large  size  for  this  type,  it  is  held  erect  and  stiff 
on  long  stems.  50  cents  each. 

NATALIE  ALSOP.  Alexander’s  New  Cactus  Seed- 
ling. Named  expressly  for  and  by  special  per- 
mission of  Miss  Natalie  Alsop,  in  recognition  of 
her  great  love  for  beautiful  flowers.  This  new 
variety  is  a wonderfully  pleasing  creation,  pos- 
sessing all  the  good  qualifications  of  the  Dahlia. 
The  flowers  are  most  beautiful — a lively  deep 
rose-pink,  daintily  blending  to  snow-white  at 
the  center.  One  of  the  greatest  charms  is  the 
manner  in  which  it  carries  its  flowers ; they 
being  produced  on  very  graceful,  wiry  stems. 
Plants  are  robust  and  sturdy,  growing  to  an 
average  height  of  4 feet.  $2.00  each. 

STABILIITY.  This  new  Garden  Cactus  Dahlia 
can  be  recommended  as  one  of  the  finest.  The 
flowers  are  produced  upon  strong,  wiry  stems, 


UP-TO-DATE  VARIETIES 
FOR  1919 

This  collection  of  seven  giant  Hy- 
brid Cactus  Dahlias  cannot  be  rec- 
ommended too  highly.  I will  send 
them  prepaid  on  receipt  of  $5.00. 

AVALANCHE.  A gorgeous,  glisten- 
ing, pure  white,  of  the  same  type 
as  Kalif.  The  flowers  are  large 
size,  and  are  produced  on  long, 
stiff  stems,  well  above  the  foliage. 
The  best  white  of  its  type.  50  cts. 
BRESLAU.  A Fancy  Cactus  Dah- 
lia of  great  merit,  one  of  the 
finest  of  our  new  varieties.  A 
rich  shade  of  royal  purple,  dis- 
tinctly tipped  white.  Very  free- 
flowering.  $1.00  each. 

KALIF.  A truly  majestic  flower, 
frequently  measuring  over  nine 
inches  in  diameter.  The  flower  is 
of  perfect  Hybrid  Cactus  form, 
and  in  color  a beautiful  pure 
glowing  scarlet.  The  habit  of  the  plant  is  all 
that  can  be  desired,  growing,  with  us,  about 
four  and  one-half  feet  in  height.  The  gigantic 
flowers,  which  are  produced  freely,  are  held 
erect  on  strong  stems  of  wiry  stiffness,  making 
it  a most  effective  and  useful  variety  for  cut- 
ting, as  well  as  for  garden  decoration.  “Kalif” 
is  the  first  variety  that  has  had  the  distinction 
of  receiving  the  National  German  Dahlia  Soci- 
eties’ highest  award.  This  variety  bears  my 
highest  recommendation.  $1.00  each. 

MRS.  C.  H.  BRECK.  A new  Cactus  Dahlia  of  ex- 
ceptional merit.  Color,  creamy  yellow  passing 
to  various  shades  of  rose  pink.  75  cents  each. 

MRS.  WARNAAR.  New  Holland  Cactus  Dahlia. 
A “Garden  Cactus”  of  superior  quality ; her- 
alded from  Holland,  and  recommended  as  one 
of  the  finest  cut-flower  varieties  in  existence. 
This  most  fascinating  variety  appeals  to  every 
flower-lover  as  a true  sensation.  The  coloring 
is  exquisite,  being  a delightful  creamy  white, 
overlaid  and  blending  to  a charming  shade  of 
pink.  The  flowers  are  produced  upon  long,  stiff 
stems,  well  above  the  foliage ; the  habit  of  the 
plant  being  most  pleasing.  A blossom  of  gi- 
gantic size,  and  great  merit.  “Mrs.  Warnaar” 
was  first  exhibited  in  Holland  in  1914,  where  it 
received  an  Award  of  Merit  at  Haarlem  given 
by  the  Dutch  Bulb  Growers’  Society,  and  an 
Award  of  Merit  at  Amsterdam,  given  by  the 
Netherland  Society  of  Horticulture.  $1.00  each. 

NERTHUS.  Large  flowers  of  a most  beautiful 
combination  of  colors,  shades  very  difficult  to 
describe.  The  center  is  a rich  brownish  orange- 
yellow,  blending  to  an  exquisite  carmine-rose. 
At  first  appearance  it  gives  the  impression  of  a 
carmine-rose  colored  flower,  but  upon  close  ex- 
amination the  blending  at  the  center  is  readily 
detected.  Very  free  flowering.  35  cents  each. 

NIBULENGENHORT.  Another  gigantic  flower  of 
great  value,  both  for  exhibition  and  garden  pur- 
poses. In  color,  a very  beautiful  shade  of  old 
rose,  with  a blending  of  salmon-pink  and  golden 
apricot.  The  flowers  often  measure  eight  inches 
in  diameter.  $1.00  each. 


well  above  the  foliage.  The  petals 
are  long  and  straight,  making  a 
perfect  flower.  In  color,  most 
beautiful  rose-pink  imaginable. 
$1.00  each. 

THE  SWAN.  One  of  the  finest  all- 
round pure  white  Cactus  Dahlias 
to  date.  Strong,  sturdy  grower. 

$1.00  each. 


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General  List  of  Superb  Cactus  Dahlias 


(The  three  types  of  Cactus  Dahlias  are  designat- 
ed by  the  words : Straight,  Incurved  and  Hybrid, 

after  the  name). 


BORNEMANN’S  LIEBLIXG  (Straight).  Very 
delicate,  soft  rose-pink.  Extra  fine.  20  cents 
each. 


ADVANCE  (Straight).  Brightest  fiery  scarlet, 
base  tinged  yellow.  An  immense  flower.  25 
cents  each. 

ALEXANDER  (Straight).  Very  deep  crimson, 
shaded  maroon.  Good  habits  of  growth  and 
very  productive.  25  cents  each. 

ALFRED  VASEY  (Hybrid).  Reddish  amber  edg- 
ed with  pink.  One  of  the  best.  25  cents  each. 

ALIGHT  (Incurved).  (See  illustration  on  page 
4).  Gigantic  flowers  of  a beautiful  orange- 
scarlet  color.  Petals  very  long  and  exceedingly 
narrow.  This  variety  can  be  highly  recommend- 
ed as  a desirable  form.  25  cents  each. 

AMBASSADOR  (Straight).  Pure  white.  A flow- 
er of  the  finest  Quality.  Long,  stiff  stems.  20 
cents  ea.h. 

ANEMONE  (Incurved).  Flowers  tightly  incurved. 
Color,  white,  flushed  with  palest  lilac.  35  cents 

each. 

AURORA  (Straight).  Orange-yellow,  heavily 
overlaid  soft  pink,  occasionally  tipped  with 
white.  25  cents  each. 

AUTUMN  GLORY  (Hybrid).  A beautiful  bril- 
liant orange-yellow.  Flowers  large.  50  cts.  each. 

BEDINIA  (Hybrid).  Clear,  bright  orange,  striped 
and  flaked  red;  very  striking.  25  cents  each. 

BILLIE  BURKE.  Cream,  finely  speckled  and 
striped  with  purple ; 4%  feet  tali-  50  cts.  each. 


imcuivcu;.  crimson,  Dase 

and  outer  petals  scarlet -crimson ; petals  long, 
numerous  and  beautifully  incurved;  large  flow- 
ers. 50  cents  each. 

BRIGHTNESS  (Straight).  Bright  fiery  scarlet 
with  a blending  of  golden-yellow  at  the  center. 
A variety  of  extra  fine  shape,  petals  being  very 
long  and  perfectly  star-shaped.  25  cents  each. 

BRITTAXIA  (Hybrid).  Soft  salmon-pink;  large 
flowers  ; extra  fine.  Very  free.  25  cents  each. 

BRUNHILDE  (Hybrid).  Rich  plum  color.  Fine 
form.  15  cents  each. 

CANDEUR  (Straight).  A pure  white  variety  and 
one  of  the  best.  25  cents. 

CAPSTAIN  (Hybrid).  Soft  red,  tinted  apricot 
Id  cents  each. 

C.  E.  WILKINS  (Incurved).  A clear  salmon  pink, 
overlaying  yellow.  Moderately  incurved.  25 
cents  each. 

CHAS.  H.  CURTIS  (Incurved).  Rich,  scarlet- 
crimson;  large,  full.  a0  cents  each. 

C^^ents°ea^hRIDGE  (Hybrid)-  BriSht  crimson. 

C^SJfAIS7HEMITE  ALBERT  DELAUX  (Hy- 

bl,ld).  An  enormous  flower  of  vivid  crimson 
?iapts  u°f  perfect  habit,  producing  flowers  in 
great  abundance  on  stiff,  wiry  stents  • esnSall? 
good  for  cut-flower  purposes  SsTeAte  S. 

CI;A?A..G'  STREDWICK  (Straight).  (See  il- 
lustration, this  page)  Clear  tvr-i  o-Vi  e k i 
shaded  yellow  at  bie  of  pISb 

25 ^centoTiih!lantS  “ake  Verr  littie  foiia*e- 
G^^A7^?  (Straight).  Clear,  canary  yellow 
Tho16  tlpS  tbe  florets  are  pure  white! 
cents'1  each. surface  J&  a pale  brown  tint.  25 

Cori|Llff7UrS-  f ?ancy  Cactus  of  great 

ive  be&  J ^nng  J*  quite  distinct- 
ve%  pemg  a soft,  lavender-pink  nenciloH 
and  dotted  a deep  crimson.  The  plants  make 

1<>nSr'  M 

™»UCi5P?»ts(S'id)i  S°ft  reddish  ^ 

Should  be  m every  garden.  25  cents  each 
CSss  OF  MALMESBURY  (Straight). 
S,  ce  Pwih'CO  Or  pmk>  daintily  blending 
to  white  at  the  center.  Petals  straight  very 
fnd  , tlghJ1y  Quilled,  completing  a 
perfect  star-shaped  flower.  25  cents  each. 
CREPLSCULE  (Straight).  A gigantic  flower; 
pale  orange-yellow  at  center,  exquisitely 
deepening  to  beautiful  deep  amber  buff  at 
outer  petals.  35  cents  each. 

CRYSTAL  (Incurved).  White  in  center,  pass- 
ing to  deep  silvery  pink.  Dwarf  plants, 
-blowers  abundantly.  50  cents  each. 

CYCLE  (Hybrid).  Deep  mauve-red,  very  odd 
15  cents  each. 

DAINTY  (Straight).  The  blending  of  colors  is 
superb,  lemon-yellow  at  center  daintily  tip- 
ped sweetest  rose-pink.  Petals  are  very  long 
and  beautifully  quilled.  25  cents  each. 
DEBUTANTE  (Incurved).  The  coloring  is 
most  beautiful,  being  a very  light  tint  of 
soft  pink  at  the  base,  the  upper  portion  of 
floret  is  white.  25  cents  each. 

DIADEM  (Incurved).  Very  large  and  grace- 
ful.  One . of  the  best.  Color,  a beautiful 
shade  of  lilac.  25  cents  each. 


SPECIAL  OFFER 

Six  Choice  Incurved  Cactus  Dahlias,  six  distinct 
colors;  my  selection,  for  $2.00,  prepaid. 


Clara  G.  Stredwick — Straight-petaled  Cactus  Dahlia 


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Special  Collection  of 
Superb  French 
Dahlias 

This  collection  of  famous  French 
Cactus  varieties  attracted  much  at- 
tention in  our  fields  the  past  summer. 
Not  only  are  the  flowers  of  large  size, 
but  they  have  distinct  and  unique 
form.  The  habit  of  the  plants  is  also 
very  vigorous,  and  the  profusion  of 
perfect  flowers  is  certainly  remark- 
able. 

I offer  this  wonderful  collection  of 
Five  Up-to-date  Varieties  for  $2.00, 
prepaid  to  any  part  of  North  America. 
HENRI  CAYEUX.  Color,  an  old  gold 
shading  to  golden  yellow. 

MME.  HENRI  CAYEUX  (See  illus- 
tration on  page  17).  A beautiful 
rich  pink,  daintily  tipped  with  white. 
REINE  CAYEUX.  A beautiful  ruby- 
crimson. 

CHRYSANTHEMISTE  ALBERT  DE- 
LAUX.  An  enormous  flower  of  viv- 
id crimson. 

MLLE.  GALY  MIQUEL.  Color 
a beautiful  clear  white,  dain- 
tily marbled  a pleasing  rose- 
violet. 


GENERAL  LIST  OF  CACTUS 
DAHLIAS — Continued. 

DIAVOLO  (Straight).  A very 
novel  color  combination — base 
of  the  florets  yellow  to  white, 
the  upper  portion  suffused  with 
rose,  the  whole  being  splashed  and 
speckled  and  striped  with  chocolate 
and  crimson.  The  flowers  are  pro- 
duced upon  long  stems  in  a pleas- 
ing, upright  manner  ; free  flowering. 

35  cents  each. 

DOCTEUR  MENE  (Hybrid).  (See  il- 
lustration, page  18).  Very  free 
flowering,  of  great  vigor  ; flowers  are 
carried  far  above  the  foliage.  Color, 
salmon-amber,  shading  to  sulphur-yellow  in  the 
center.  25  cents  each. 


Edward  Drurey — Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia. 

EMBLEM.  Center  deep  primrose,  points  of  petals 
rose-pink.  50  cents  each. 


DREADNAUGHT  (Hybrid).  The  color  is  a glow- 
ing crimson,  deepening  to  maroon  in  the  center. 

15  cents  each. 

DR.  JAMESON  (Hybrid).  Deep  crimson.  Very 
free.  15  cents  each. 

DUCHESS  OF  MARLBOROUGH.  Delicate  silvery 
pink.  Fine  for  garden  decoration.  $1.00  each. 


ETRURIA  (Incurved).  An  exceptionally  free- 
flowering  early  blossoming  variety.  A pleasing 
reddish  apricot  shade.  Moderately  incurved. 
35  cents  each. 

EVENING  STAR  (Straight).  A bright  terra  cotta 
at  points  of  petals,  the  center  being  gold.  A 
fine  exhibition  variety.  50  cents  each. 


EARL  OF  PEMBROKE  (Hybrid).  Bright  plum  FAVORITE  (Hybrid).  Dark  orange,  faintly  strip- 
color;  large,  bold  flower.  15  cents  each.  ed  and  veined  crimson.  20  cents  each. 


EBONY  (Straight).  Very  dark  maroon,  almost 
black.  15  cents  each. 

EDWARD  DRUREY  (Incurved).  (See  illustration, 
this  page).  Many  flowers  are  a delicate  shade 
of  yellow,  tipped  white ; others  are  clear  yellow. 
Moderately  incurved.  25  cents  each. 

EFFECTIVE  (Straight).  A very  distinct  prim- 
rose, shaded  amber.  25  cents  each. 


F.  H.  CHAPMAN  (Straight).  A gigantic  reddish- 
orange  Cactus  Dahlia  of  exceptionally  fine  form. 
The  petals  are  exceedingly  long,  narrow  and 
tightly  quilled.  The  plants*  have  a pleasing  up- 
right style  of  growth.  25  cents  each. 

FIREWORKS  (Incurved).  One  of  the  finest  of 
the  fancy  Cactus,  being  large,  with  good  stems. 
Color  a clear,  deep  yellow,  streaked  and  dotted 
crimson.  50  cents  each. 


ELECTRIC  (Incurved).  A strong,  vigorous  grower 
and  a very  delicate  charming  variety.  The  color 
is  clear  canary  yellow  heavily  tipped  white.  50 
cents  each. 

ELLA  KRAMER  (Straight).  Rose-pink  with  much 
brighter  center ; fine  form.  25  cents  each. 

ELYSIAN  (Straight).  Flowers  large  and  perfect. 
Color,  a bright  lilac-pink.  Very  similar  to 
“Rosa  Starr”  in  color  and  shape.  50  cents  each. 


FIREFLY.  New  Hybrid  Cactus  Dahlia.  This  is 
one  of  the  most  attractive  of  the  new  varieties. 
The  color  combination  being  the  most  pleasing — 
a bright  orange-scarlet  striped  white.  Each  petal 
is  divided  or  fringed,  similar  to  “Lady  Fair,” 
making  “Firefly”  very  distinct  from  any  other 
variety.  Plants  are  dwarf.  35  cents  each. 

FLAME  (Straight).  A beautiful  orange-scarlet. 
Florets  long  and  tightly  quilled.  25  cents  each. 


EUREKA  (Straight).  This  variety  has  all  the 
good  qualities  of  the  Dahlia,  being  properly 
named.  Color,  very  deep  purple.  Petals  are 

long,  straight  and  tightly  quilled.  25  cents 

each. 


SPECIAL  COLLECTION 
Stern,  Clara  G.  Stredwick,  and  J.  H.  Jackson 
for  50  cents,  prepaid. 


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FLORADORA  (Incurved).  Wine-crimson.  Flow- 
ers produced  with  remarkable  profusion  upon 
good  stems.  Moderately  incurved.  25  cents 
each. 

FRED  COBBOLD  (Incurved).  Bright  crimson. 
One  of  the  best.  Large,  beautifully  formed  flow- 
ers. Very  free.  Moderately  incurved.  25  cents 
each. 

FORBES  ROBERTSON  (Straight).  Beautiful  red- 
dish-orange.  A very  satisfactory  variety,  flow- 
ers having  long,  straight,  star-shaped  petals. 
There  is  a profusion  of  smaller  narrow,  thread- 
like petals  or  secondary  florets  which  intermin- 
gle with  the  main  florets,  making  it  one  of  the 
most  novel  varieties.  25  cents  each. 

FREEMASON  (Straight).  Pale  apricot  center, 
passing  to  rich  orange  at  tips.  25  cents  each. 

FRENCH  MARATHON  (Hybrid).  A beautiful, 
deep,  rich  purple.  Large  flower,  and  one  of  the 
best  of  its  color.  50  cents  each. 

GAZELLE  (Incurved).  An  exquisite  deep  rose- 
pink.  A very  beautiful  clear  shade.  Petals  are 
narrow,  well  rolled  or  quilled  and  effectively  ar- 
ranged. Plants  are  dwarf  growing  and  are  very 
much  suited  for  landscape  work.  25  cents  each. 

GENERAL  BULLER  (Straight).  A rich,  velvety 
crimson-maroon,  tipped  white.  Occasionally  a 
solid  crimson  flower  on  same  stalk.  One  of  the 
most  attractive  Fancy  Cactus  varieties.  15  cents. 

GENERAL  FRENCH  (Straight).  Orange  terra 
cotta.  Free  flowering.  20  cents  each. 

GENISTA  (Straight).  A beautiful  deep  orange, 
quickly  changing  to  gold.  An  exquisite  blending 
of  color  not  common  in  Dahlias.  Free-flowering, 
fine  shaped  flowers,  borne  well  above  the  foliage, 
upon  stiff,  wiry  stems.  Plants  strong  and  sturdy, 
of  an  upright,  pleasing  growth.  20  cents  each. 

GIANT  OF  STUTGART  (Hybrid).  One  of  the 
largest  Dahlias  of  this'  type.  A bright  blood-red 
with  purple  shadings.  50  cents  each. 

GLORY  OF  WILTS  (Incurved).  This  is  a magni- 
ficent Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia,  the  flowers  being 
large,  charmingly  beautiful  and  perfect  for  ex- 
hibition purposes.  Color,  a rich,  deep,  golden- 
yellow — a most  beautiful  color.  35  cents  each. 

GOLDEN  GATE.  New  American  Hybrid  Cactus 
Dahlia.  A gigantic  flower  or  deep  orange-yellow, 
overlaid  bronze.  Very  vigorous  grower,  produc- 
ing flowers  varying  from  5 to  8 inches  in  diam- 
eter, upon  strong,  wiry  stems  well  above  the 
foliage.  35  cents  each. 

GOLDEN  GEM  (Straight).  One  of  the  finest  gold- 
en yellow  Cactus  Dahlias  we  have  had  the  pleas- 
ure of  offering.  It  is  first-class  in  every  way 
and  attracted  much  attention  this  past  season. 

50  cents  each. 


Ruth  Forbes — Hybrid  Cactus  Dahlia  (See  page  18) 


GOLDEN  WAVE  (Incurved).  A magnificent  Cac- 
tus Dahlia ; flowers  are  large.  A rich,  deep, 
pure  yellow — a most  beautiful  color.  50  cents 
each. 

GOLDFINCH  (Straight).  Buff-yellow,  faintly 
overlaid  pink.  15  cents  each. 

GOLIATH  (Hybrid).  Yellow,  tinged  with  salmon; 
broad  petals ; distinct.  20  cents  each. 

HARBOR  LIGHT  (Straight).  A vivid  orange, 
overlaid  flame  color.  15  cents  each. 

HELENE  (Straight).  The  color  is  an  exceedingly 
beautiful  lavender-pink,  gradually  changing  to 
white  at  the  center ; free-flowering.  35  cents. 

HENRI  CAYEUX  (Straight).  A variety  of  im- 
mense size  and  perfect  form.  Color,  an  old  gold, 
shading  to  golden  yellow ; plants'  very  vigorous. 
25  cents  each. 

HERON  (Straight).  A large,  brilliant  orange- 
scarlet  Cactus  variety  of  great  value.  Flowers 
of  good  form  and  produced  upon  plants  averag- 
ing 4 feet  in  height.  50  cents  each. 

H.  F.  ROBINSON  (Straight).  Magnificent  clear 
golden  yellow.  Petals  narrow,  straight  and 
tightly  quilled.  One  of  the  best  yellow  Dahlias 
in  existence.  35  cents  each. 

H.  G.  ALFORD  (Straight).  A beautiful  pale  yel- 
low, edged  and  shaded  amber  and  pink.  25 
cents  each. 

H.  J.  JONES  (Incurved).  Delicate  primrose  cen- 
ter, shading  off  to  a sweetest  rose-pink.  20  cents 
each. 

IANTHE  (Hybrid).  A lively  shade  of  buff,  edged 
with  salmon-rose ; very  large ; fine  flower.  20 
cents  each. 

ICEBERG  (Straight).  Ivory  white,  with  pale  yel- 
low cast  at  center.  Petals'  long,  quilled  and  nar- 
row. Extra  fine  form.  25  cents  each. 

IGNEA.  Bright  crimson-scarlet,  very  large  and 
distinct  in  form.  50  cents  each. 

INDOMITABLE  (Incurved).  Rich  mauve-lilac; 
tips  of  petals  pale  lilac ; very  large.  50  cents 
each. 

ISLAND  QUEEN  (Incurved).  Light  mauve  color; 
very  distinct.  20  cents  each. 

IVANHOE  (Incurved).  Long,  narrow,  raking 
petals  ; very  early.  A deep,  bright  straw  color. 
25  cents  each. 

J.  B.  RIDING  (Incurved).  The  petals  are  very 
long,  narrow,  full  and  beautifully  incurved. 
Color  is  a rich  yellow  at  base  of  petals,  shading 
to  a deep  orange,  tinged  with  apricot.  20  cents 
each. 

JEANNETTE  (Straight).  Unquestionably  the 
very  finest  buttercup  yellow  Cactus  Dahlia  to 
date.  Flowers  of  large  size  and  produced  upon 
good  stems  well  above  the  foliage.  A model  of 
perfection  in  shape.  25  cents  each. 

J.  H.  JACKSON  (Straight).  The  finest  black  Cac- 
tus Dahlia  in  existence.  An  exceptionally 
satisfactory  all-round  Dahlia ; one  of  the  most 
prominent  for  garden  decoration ; superb  as  a 
cut-flower  variety  and  equally  good  as  an  exhi- 
bition flower.  Color,  a perfectly  gorgeous,  deep, 
velvety,  blackish-maroon.  Gigantic  in  size. 
Every  Dahlia  lover  should  grow  this  variety. 
25  cents  each. 

J.  W.  WILKINSON  (Straight).  A beautiful  deep 
rose-crimson.  15  cents  each. 

J.  WEIR  FIFE  (Straight).  Dark  maroon,  occa- 
sionally shading  to  bright  purple.  A beautifully 
formed,  free-blossoming  Dahlia.  15  cents  each. 

KATHLEEN  BRYANT  (Incurved).  A very  deep, 
rich,  velvety  crimson.  One  of  the  finest  of  its 
color.  Moderately  incurved.  25  cents  each. 

KING  EDWARD  VII  (Straight).  Brilliant  cherry- 
red.  A beautifully  shaped  flower,  possessing 
very  long,  straight,  star-shaped  petals.  20  cents. 


SPECIAL  OFFER 

Six  Choice  Incurved  Cactus  Dahlias,  six  dis- 
tinct colors;  my  selection,  for  $2.00,  prepaid. 


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KREIMHILDE  (Hybrid).  The  queen  of  the  Cactus 
Dahlias.  Color,  flesh  (delicate  pink),  shading  to 
white  in  the  center;  very  late  flowering.  20 
cents  each. 

LADY  COLIN  CAMPBELL  (incurved).  Golden 
yellow  at  base  of  florets,  tipped  with  deep 
orange.  25  cents  each. 

LADY  FAIR  (Incurved).  (See  illustration  on  page 
TO).  “Lady  Fair’’  is  a new  variety  of  unique 
formation,  the  florets  being  very  long,  narrow 
and  daintily  fringed  at  the  ends,  which  makes  it 
entirely  different  from  any  other  variety  in  exist- 
ence. In  addition  to  the  ordinary  florets,  there 
are  a great  profusion  of  long,  narrow,  thread- 
like filaments  or  secondary  florets,  which  no  other 
variety  possesses.  The  color  is  an  exquisite 
shade  of  primrose,  daintily  overlaid  soft  pink. 
A very  late  flowering  variety,  but  one  of  the 
finest  novelties  in  the  Dahlia  world.  25  cents. 

LIBELLE  (Straight).  Clear,  deep  rose-purple.  25 
cents  each. 

LIGHTSHIP  (Incurved).  Plants  are 
tall  and  robust,  and  produce  their 
beautiful  flowers  on  exceptionally 
long  stems.  The  color  is  a handsome 
yellow.  Moderately  incurved.  50 
cents  each. 

LORD  OF  THE  MANOR  (Straight).  In- 
tense fiery  scarlet  with  a cast  of  gold- 
en yellow  at  center.  20  cents  each. 

LOVELY  EYNSFORD  (Hybrid).  Love- 
ly amber  color,  a distinct  and  strik- 
ing color,  very  bright  and  effective. 

20  cents  each. 

LUCIFER.  Deep  orange-red  or  bronze 
color.  A large  flower.  50  cts.  each. 

LUCIO  (Straight).  Base  of  petals  light 
golden  yellow,  tips  pure  white,  mak- 
ing a very  effective  combination  of 
yellow  and  white.  25  cents  each. 

LURANIA  (Incurved).  Orange,  terra 
cotta  and  cinnamon  ; large,  bold  flow- 
ers of  good  incurved  form.  Plants 
quite  robust ; very  free  blooming, 
producing  immense  flowers.  35  cents 
each. 

LYRIC  (Hybrid).  Fiery  red,  shading 
yellow.  One  of  the  finest.  20  cts.  each. 

MABEL  MILLER  (Straight).  Orange- 
red.  20  cents  each. 

MADEMOISELLE  G A L Y MIQUEL. 

(Hybrid).  A superb  new  French  va- 
riety of  special  merit.  The  color  is 
a beautiful  clear  white,  daintily  mar- 
bled a pleasing  rose-violet,  giving  it 
the  appearance  of  a delicate  pink-and- 
white.  75  cents  each. 

MAJOR  TUPENNY  (Straight).  Orange 
and  fawn,  center  chrome-yellow.  A 
very  attractive  combination.  15  cents 
each. 

MANXMAN  (Straight).  Rich  orange 
center,  shading  to  soft  scarlet  with 
purple  tips.  15  cents  each. 

MARATHON  (Incurved).  One  of  the 
largest  of  the  Incurved  Cactus  Dah- 
lias. Color,  yellow  at  center,  shading 
off  to  deep  rose  and  distinctly  tipped 
white.  The  plants  are  robust,  with 
deep  green  foliage.  Moderately  in- 
curved. 25  cents  each. 

MARGUERITE  BOUCHON  (Straight) 

One  of  the  finest  pink  exhibition 
Dahlias  to  date.  The  colbr  is  a 
brilliant  rose-pink  with  delicate  white 
center.  The  flowers  are  large  and 
borne  on  stiff  stems,  well  above  the 
foliage.  75  cents  each. 

MARJORIE  CASTLETON  (Straight). 

The  outer  florets  are  of  a pleasing 
shade  of  rose-pink,  while  the  tips  and 
central  florets  are  cream  white.  25 
cents  each. 


MARS  (Straight).  Deep  orange-scarlet.  Free 
flowering.  Fine  form.  15  cents  each. 

MARTHA  (Straight).  An  exquisite  old  rose  shad- 
ed with  primrose  yellow  at  the  center.  Flowers 
are  of  exceptionally  good  size,  perfect  form, 
and  borne  on  long,  wiry  stems.  50  cents  each. 

MARY  SERVICE  (Straight).  Pinkish  apricot  or 
heliotrope.  15  cents  each. 

MASTER  CARL  (Hybrid).  One  of  the  most  satis- 
factory Dahlias  grown.  Color,  an  exquisite 
shade  of  bright  amber.  Very  large.  25  cents 
each. 

MAYOR  HOBBS  (Incurved).  Clear  rose  color. 
Free  flowering.  50  cents  each. 

MERCURY  (Incurved).  The  finest  Fancy  Cactus 
Dahlia  in  existence.  Exceedingly  attractive 
flowers  of  deep  yellow  at  base,  shading  to  a deli- 
cate lighter  yellow  at  tips,  the  whole  being 
thickly  striped,  splashed  and  speckled  with  rich 
crimson.  50  cents  each. 


COLLECTION  OF  18  CACTUS  DAHLIAS 
FOR  $3.00,  PREPAID. 


No.  1 Eureka 
No.  2 Diadem 
No.  3 Clara  G.  Stredwfek 
No.  4 Henri  Cayeux 
No.  5 Alight 
No.  6 W.  B.  Childs 
No.  7 Bornemann’s  Liebling  No.  16  Dainty 
!No.  8 Floradora  No.  17  Prince  of  Orange 

No.  9 J.  H.  Jackson  No.  18  Wm.  Marshall 

I highly  recommend  this  collection. 


No.  10  Columbia 

No.  11  Bedinia 

No.  12  Thomas  Challis 

No.  13  Iceberg 

No.  14  Alexander 

No.  15  General  Buller 


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METEOR  (Incurved).  A Fancy  Cactus  Dahlia, 
with  white  ground,  splashed,  striped  and  spotted 
with  violet-purple.  Very  attractive.  Moderately 
incurved.  35  cents  each. 

MISS  DOROTHY  OLIVER  (Straight). 

Primrose  at  base,  tipped  pure  white. 

Very  narrow  florets.  Delicate  and 
attractive.  20  cents  each. 

MME.  HENRI  CAYEUX  (Straight). 

(See  illustration).  A reli- 
able exhibition  variety.  The 
flowers  are  of  the  largest 
size  with  long,  narrow  flor- 
ets, forming  a bloom 
of  magnificent  form. 

The  color  is  a beautiful 
rich  pink 
ped  white, 
recommend  this 
variety  as  one 
best  in  existence.  35 
cents  each. 

MR.  KEITH  (Straight). 

Velvety  crimson.  25 

cents  each. 

MR.  SEAGRAVE. 

(Straight).  Deep  pur- 
ple. 20  cents  each. 

MRS.  A.  F.  PERKINS. 

(Straight).  Lovely  sil- 
very yellow,  tipped  pure 
white.  20  cents  each. 

MRS.  CHARLES  TURN- 
ER (Hybrid).  Gigantic 
flowers  of  a clear  soft  yellow. 

15  cents  each. 

MRS.  CLINTON  (Incurved). 

Deep  orange  yellow  at  the 
base,  shading  off  to  pale  sal- 
mon-red at  the  ends  of  the 
petals.  Large  and  free  flow- 
ering. 50  cents  each. 

MRS.  DE  LUCA  (Straight).  Golden  yellow, 

tipped  with  orange.  A most  effective  blending 
of  colors,  seen  only  in  the  very  rare  types.  25 
cents  each. 

MRS.  D.  FLEMING  (Incurved).  Large,  fine  and 
white.  Florets  narrow  and  numerous.  A good 
exhibition  flower.  50  cents  each. 

MRS.  F.  GRINSTEAD  (Incurved).  A deep,  rich 
crimson  with  just  a suspicion  of  purplish  shad- 
ing. Petals  incurved ; flowers  of  large  exhibi- 
tion size.  25  cents  each. 

MRS.  GEORGE  CASTLETON  (Straight).  This  is 
one  of  the  finest  dark  shades  ever  introduced. 
The  color  is  a velvety  blackish  maroon,  shaded 
purple.  Petals  remarkably  narrow  and  tightly 
quilled.  35  cents  each. 

MRS.  GEORGE  STEVENSON  (Straight).  Color, 
rich  sparkling  yellow.  Large  blossoms  with 
very  long,  narrow  petals.  Striking  and  hand- 
some. 20  cents  each. 


Mme.  Henri  Cayeux. 


MRS.  McMILLAN  (Incurved).  White  in  the  cen- 
ter, depeening  pink  at  the  tips;  incurved  form. 
25  cents  each. 

MRS.  MORTIMER  (Incurved).  Plants  dwarf  and 
bushy.  Color,  a rich  terra  cotta.  Petals  are 
beautifully  incurved  and  twisted.  25  cents  each. 

MRS.  STRANACH  GASKILL  (Straight).  A deli- 
cate and  exceedingly  beautiful  shade  of  pink. 
20  cents  each. 

MRS.  S.  T.  WRIGHT  (Straight).  A delicate  soft 
lavender-pink  with  a much  lighter  center.  35 
cents  each. 

MRS.  W.  H.  RABY  (Straight).  The  flowers  are 
of  extra  fine  form.  The  color  is  cream-white. 
25  cents  each. 


MRS.  HENRY  WIRTH  (Straight).  One  of  the 
first  Cactus  Dahlias  to  bloom  and  exceptionally 
free  flowering.  The  perfect  flowers  are  a bright 
fiery  scarlet.  35  cents  each. 

MRS.  H.  J.  JONES  (Incurved).  Scarlet,  tipped 
white.  Very  fine.  25  cents  each. 

MRS.  HOBART  (Straight).  Pale  orange  and  deli- 
cate shades  of  yellow.  Large.  20  cents  each. 

MRS.  H.  L.  BROUSON  (Straight).  A clear,  deli- 
cate salmon  or  pale  orange-yellow,  with  long 
petals.  Fine.  20  cents  each. 

MRS.  H.  SHOESMITH  (Incurved).  Pure  white. 
Long  incurved  florets.  50  cents  each. 

MRS.  JONES  (Straight).  Very  distinct  in  its 
coloring,  being  reddish-brown,  tipped  white.  50 
cents  each. 

MRS.  JOWETT  (Hybrid).  Deep  salmon.  Quite 
free.  15  cents  each. 

MRS.  J.  P.  MACE  (Straight).  The  most  delicate 
and  refined  blush-pink.  Good  size ; free  flower- 
ing. 20  cents  each. 


MRS.  WINCHESTER  (Straight).  A charming, 
deep  coral-pink  shade.  35  cents  each. 

MRS.  WIXSTANLEY  (Straight).  Wonderfully 
large,  early  flowering;  pure  deep  scarlet.  One 
of  the  most  satisfactory.  20  cents  each. 

MRS.  WM.  MARSHALL.  Soft  pink,  base  of  flor- 
ets deeper  in  tint,  large  creamy  white  center ; a 
great  acquisition. 

MRS.  WYATT.  A beautiful  pure  white  exhibition 
flower  of  the  highest  quality.  50  cents  each. 

NEW  YORK  (Incurved).  The  flowers  are  beauti- 
fully incurved,  the  florets  being  very  evenly  dis- 
tributed. Color,  sweetest  orange-yellow  in  the 
eenter,  shading  off  to  an  exquisite  deep,  bronzy 
salmon.  50  cents  each. 

NISI  PRIUS  (Incurved).  A very  novel  combina- 
tion of  orange-red  and  fawn  to  plum,  with  a 
blending  of  golden  yellow  at  center.  Moderately 
incurved.  Flower  of  large  size.  25  cents  each. 

OSPRAY  (Straight).  An  attractive  Fancy  Cactus 
variety,  the  color  being  golden  yellow,  splashed 
and  striped  scarlet.  20  cents  each. 


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REV.  ARTHUR  HALL  (Incurved). 
Flowers  of  largest  size,  with  long, 
very  narrow  florets'  which  incurve. 
Color,  ruby-crimson,  relieved  at 
the  points  of  petals  by  showing 
the  lighter  tinge  of  the  reversing 
color.  25  cents  each. 

REV.  DR.  BAKER  (Straight).  One 
of  the  most  satisfactory  Dahlias 
we  have  ever  grown,  always  being 
covered  with  large  and  perfect 
flowers.  The  coloring  is  very  odd, 
being  a novel  shade  of  plum. 
Excellent  for  exhibition  or  garden 
purposes.  50  cents  each. 

RIESE  VON  STUTTGART  (Hy- 
brid). A large  flowering  Dahlia 
of  rich  magenta  shades,  giving 
the  effect  of  crimson.  50  cents 
each. 

ROSA  STARR  (Straight).)  A very 
beautiful  lilac-pink.  One  of  the 
finest  novelties.  In  addition  to 
the  long  quilled  petals  common  to 
all  Cactus  Dahlias,  this  variety 
has  very  fine  needle-like  inner 
petals  which  are  a great  ad- 
dition to  this  variety,  and 
make  it  entirely  distinct  from 
the  other  Cactus  varieties.  50 
cents  each. 

ROSALIND  (Straight).  A ster- 
ling New  Garden  Cactus  of 
perfect  form.  Color,  a deli- 
cate shade  of  rose-pink,  dain- 
tily suffusing  to  cream  in  the 
center,  faintly  tipped  white. 
One  of  the  most  reliable.  50  cents 
each. 

ROSY  MORN  (Straight).  A beauti- 
ful peach  blossom,  somewhat  paler 
in  tint  toward  the  base.  25  cents 
each. 

REV.  C.  T.  DIGBY  (Straight).  An 
exceptionally  good  crimson  and 
the  flowers  produced  with  remark- 
able freedom.  50  cents  each. 


Dr.  Mene  (See  page  14).  Stella  (See  page  19). 

W.  B.  Childs  (See  page  19). 

Hybrid  Cactus  Dahlias.  75  cents,  prepaid. 


REV.  T.  W.  JAMIESON  (Straight). 


CACTUS  DAHLIAS— Continued. 

PERLE  DE  LYON  (Hybrid).  A pure  white  exhi- 
bition variety  of  great  value.  Petals  fringed  or 
nicked,  giving  unique  appearance.  35  cents  each. 

PINK  PEARL  (Hybrid).  Clear  bright  pink.  25 
cents  each. 

PINK  PERFECTION  (Straight).  This  is  a very 
much  deeper  shade  of  pink  than  possessed  by  any 
other  variety.  20  cents  each. 

PRINCE  OF  ORANGE  (Straight).  One  of  the 
most  attractive  varieties.  A rich  shade  of  old 
gold  at  the  outer  petals  with  a bright  yellow 
center;  very  showy.  20  cents  each. 

P.  W.  TULLOCK  (Incurved).  Deep  reddish  sal- 
mon. Free  flowering.  Slightly  incurved.  20 
cents  each. 

QUEEN  ALEXANDRA  (Straight).  Orange-sal- 
mon ; distinct.  15  cents  each. 

RADIANCE  (Straight).  Beautiful  orange-iscarlet. 
35  cents  each. 

RAINBOW  (Straight).  A delicate  shade  of  light 
pinkish  salmon.  20  cents  each. 

RENE  CAYEUX  (Straight).  An  exceptionally 
free-flowering  variety.  Flowers  are  of  good  size 
and  are  a beautiful  ruby-crimson  ; are  borne  on 
long  stems.  Excellent  for  exhibition.  25  cts.  each. 


First-class  for  exhibition  or  any 
other  purpose.  A strong  grower, 
producing  flowers  of  the  largest 
size,  on  stiff,  wiry  stems.  The  coloring  is  also 
of  the  best.  The  central  younger  and  unopened 
petals  being  yellow,  quickly  changing  to  lilac- 
rose  ; the  older  florets  having  edgings  of  deeper 
color,  and  extreme  tips  yellow.  25  cents  each. 

ROYAL  SCARLET  (Incurved).  A pure  scarlet. 
The  florets  are  long  and  narrow.  25  cents  each. 

RUBY  GRINSTEAD  (Incurved).  The  center  is  a 
soft  tone  of  yellow  which  is  gradually  suffused 
until  it  becomes  a rich  shade  of  rose-fawn,  the 
outer  incurving  petals  being  a very  light  salmon- 
pink,  making  it  very  attractive.  25  cents  each. 

RUTH  FORBES  (Hybrid).  (See  illustration  on 
page  15).  The  massive,  clear  pink  flowers,  com- 
posed of  heavy  petals',  are  often  accompanied  by 
stems  measuring  2 feet  in  length  ; excel  any  other 
variety  for  large  vase  purposes.  25  cents  each. 

SALMON  QUEEN  (Straight).  A large,  beautifully 
formed  bloom  with  yellow  center  and  salmon 
tips.  50  cents  each. 

SANDY  (Straight).  Golden  orange,  suffused  with 
fawn.  A flower  of  great  substance  and  durabil- 
ity. 50  cents  each. 

STAR  (Straight).  Yellow  and  orange.  A fine 
variety  for  all  purposes  ; cutting,  exhibition  and 
garden.  50  cents  each. 


RELIABLE  (Straight).  This  variety  is  most 
appropriately  named,  it  being  one  of  the  most  re- 
liable we  grow.  A novel,  but  very  pleasing  com- 
bination of  yellow,  brick-red  and  salmon.  Ex- 
ceptionally free  flowering.  20  cents. 


SAXONIA  (Straight).  A splendid  deep  crimson. 

Very  large.  35  cents  each. 

SCHNEEWITCHEN  (Straight).  An  excellent  Ger- 
man Cactus.  Color,  beautiful  white  with  deli- 
cate lavender  tinge.  25  cents  each. 


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Bright  scarlet,  re- 
Very  free 


Lady  Fair — Incurved  Cactus  Dahlia  (See  page  16). 


SILVER  WINGS  (Straight). 

A silvery  orange.  15  cents 
each. 

SIRUS  (Straight).  Bright 
golden  yellow,  heavily  strip- 
ed with  scarlet.  Large,  very 
attractive  flowers.  20  cents 
each. 

SNOWDON  (Incurved).  Pur- 
est white.  50  cents  each. 

SNOWSTORM  (Incurved).  A 
very  large,  pure  white  flow- 
er of  fine  form,  moderately 
incurved.  Plants  dwarf  and 
sturdy ; early  flowering.  35 
cents  each. 

SPITFIRE  (Straight). 

verse  of  petals  deep  orange, 
flowering.  20  cents  each. 

STANDARD  BEARER.  Fiery  scarlet.  Ex- 
tra fine  form.  Very  free  flowering.  15 
cents  each. 

STELLA  (Hybrid).  (See  illustration  on 
page  18).  Rich,  vivid  scarlet;  deep, 
bold  flower.  25  cents  each. 

STERN  (Straight).  Bright  primrose-yel- 
low. The  flowers  are  large  ; petals  long 
and  pointed.  One  of  the  most  satisfac- 
tory varieties.  15  cents  each. 

STORMER  (Incurved).  A scarlet  of  the 
finest  form.  One  of  the  most  reliable 
varieties  to  date.  35  cents  each. 

T.  A.  HAVEMEYER  (Straight).  A distinct 
yellow  shade  at  the  base,  deepening  to 
bronze.  The  greater  portion  of  the  flow- 
er being  deep  red  with  a decidedly  lighter 
tinge  at  the  points.  25  cents  each. 

T.  G.  BAKER  (Incurved).  Clear  yellow. 

25  cents  each. 

THE  KING  (Straight).  Gigantic  flowers 
of  richest  velvety  crimson.  Ideal  for  ex- 
hibition purposes.  35  cents  each. 

THOMAS  CHALLIS  (Incurved).  A very 
rich  tone  of  salmon-red  or  rosy-salmon. 

The  florets  are  beautifully  incurved  and 
arranged  with  the  utmost  regularity. 

This  variety  can  be  recommended  as  one 
of  the  best  for  cut-flower  purposes.  35  cents 
each. 

THOMAS  WILSON  (Incurved).  A very  large, 
beautiful  Dahlia,  possessing  great  merit.  Color, 
a soft,  reddish  fawn,  suffused  with  amber,  outer 
petals  being  salmon-pink.  A Dahlia  which  I 
can  highly  recommend.  35  cents  each. 

THURINGIA  (Straight).  Light  flame  color.  50 
cents  each. 

TUSTU  (Straight)..  One  of  the  most  beautiful  to 
date.  The  color  is  perfectly  gorgeous- — a beauti- 
ful velvety  maroon.  The  petals  are  very  long, 
tightly  quilled  and  arranged  in  exact  regularity, 
completing  an  acquisition  which  we  can  highly 
recommend.  50  cents  each. 

UNCLE  TOM  (Straight).  An  improvement  over 
“Night.”  Almost  black.  Very  free.  15  cents 
each. 

VARIABILIS  (Incurved).  A true  novel  of  most 
graceful  character.  Beautiful  deep  orange  ar- 
tistically tipped  pure  white.  The  petals  are 
fringed  or  nicked  and  very  gracefully  incurved. 

50  cents  each. 

VOLKER  (Straight).  A soft  clear  yellow  of  me- 
dium size.  15  cents  each. 

W.  B.  CHILDS  (Hybrid).  (See  illustration  on 
page  18).  A very  reliable  variety.  Color  a 
beautiful  dark  maroon.  Flowers  extra  large. 
25  cents  each. 

WELLINGTON  (Incurved).  In  this  we  have  a 
bright,  glowing  crimson-scarlet,  with  a shade  of 
purple  towards  the  tips  of  florets.  Flowers  of 
good  size,  on  long,  stiff  stems.  Exquisitely  in- 
curved. 50  cents  each. 


W.  F.  BALDWIN  (Hybrid).  Deep  yellow  center 
with  salmon  tips ; extra  fine  form.  15  cents 
each. 

WHITE  SWAN  (Straight).  A beautiful  pure 
white.  25  cents  each. 

WM.  JOWETT  (Hybrid).  Brilliant  scarlet;  a 
large,  well-formed  flower.  50  cents  each. 

WM.  MARSHALL  (Straight).  Very  large.  A 
beautiful  rich  orange  with  golden  yellow  center. 
The  habit  of  the  plant  is  very  good,  being  tall, 
robust,  and  producing  its  immense  flowers  well 
above  the  foliage.  25  cents  each. 

YVONNE  CAYEUX  (Straight).  A most  beauti- 
ful form,  perfectly  star-shap,  petals  being  lo- 
cated with  almost  exact  regularity.  Color,  an 
immaculate  white.  A large  flower  and  an  ac- 
quisition of  first  order  among  the  white  Cactus. 
50  cents  each. 


WELL  PLEASED  WITH  BULBS. 

54  Saulter  St.,  Toronto,  Canada. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander,  The  Dahlia  King, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass.,  U.  S.  A. 

Sir: — The  Dahlia  bulbs  arrived  Friday,  19th 
safe  and  in  good  condition,  and  am  very  well 
pleased  with  them.  I planted  them  on  Satur- 
day afternoon  according  to  your  directions. 
Am  watching  for  results  now,  and  if  they  come 
up  to  my  expectations  as  they  ought  to  do  from 
the  condition  of  the  bulbs,  I will  place  an 
order  for  more  this  coming  year.  I remain. 
Yours  truly,  E.  F.  HOLDSWORTH. 


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The  Peony-Flowered  Dahlias 

In  presenting  my  list  of  new  and  selected  varieties  of  Peony-flowered  Dahlias,  I wish  ot  devote  a few 
lines  to  the  history  of  this  comparatively  new  type  of  Dahlia ; a section  which  I think  will  interest  all 
flower  lovers. 

Prompted  by  the  great  popularity  of  the  Cactus  Dahlia,  then  so  different  from  the  stiff,  ball-shaped 
Dahlias  but  only  beautiful  for  exhibition,  lacking  the  grace  and  freedom  to  flower  of  the  Single  Dahlia, 
European  hybridizers  saw  the  possibility  of  making  a type  suitable  for  garden  and  cut-flower  purposes. 

By  crossing  the  Cactus  and  other  Hybrid  Dahlias  with  the  Single,  and  vice  versa,  they  developed 
quite  a new  type — the  Peony-flowered  Dahlia — now  popular  all  over  the  world.  These  long  stemmed, 
semi-double  Dahlias  were  grown  in  Holland,  and  sold  as  Half-double  Giant  Dahlias.  Mr.  H.  Homs- 
veld,  an  Orchid  specialist  of  Baarn,  Holland,  immediately  saw  their  possibilities  and  collected  the 
largest  and  most  promising  specimens.  The  great  development  and  present  value  of  the  Peony-flow- 
ered type  is  due  to  him.  After  seven  years  of  cross-hybridizing  and  developing  (July,  1904),  he  was  able  to 
show  the  results  at  the  meeting  of  the  Dutch  Horticultural  Society  at  Rosendaal,  where  he  exhibited 
four  varieties,  Queen  Wilhelmina,  Duke  Henry,  Baron  G.  de  Grancy,  and  Glory  of  Baarn.  Here  he 
received  a first-class  Certificate  of  Merit,  and  the  admiration  and  encouragement  of  growers  and  Dahlia 
lovers.  A still  greater  success  was  accorded  him  that  same  season  at  the  International  Exhibition  at 
Dusseldorf,  Germany,  where  he  gained  the  highest  awards.  The  horticultural  world  gathered  at  the  Show 
was  charmed  by  the  elegant  and  artistic  form,  the  strong  stems,  and  the  delicate  colors  of  the  flowers. 
Mr.  Kerr  of  Liverpool  exclaimed,  “Hornsveld’s  Dahlias  are  the  pride  of  the  Show.”  After  Dusseldorf 
came  Paris.  A gold  medal  and  special  compliments  of  the  jury  were  the  laurels  Mr.  Hornsveld  gathered 
there.  Amsterdam,  London,  Brussels,  and  other  places  followed,  where  he  had  the  same  good  fortune. 

With  this  encouragement  he  continued  experimenting  and  introducing  new  things,  and  as  his  stock 
increased  sufficiently,  he  distributed  them  throughout  Holland.  Because  of  their  great  value  for  cut 
flower  purposes  and  garden  decoration,  their  popularity  increased  rapidly,  and  they  were  exported  to 
other  countries. 

English  and  American  Dahlia  Specialists,  seeing  their  value,  immediately  commenced  experimenting, 
and  today  every  up-to-date  Dahlia  specialist  offers  a collection,  not  only  containing  the  best  and  latest 
Holland  productions,  but  also  English  and  American  creations. 


New  Peony-Flowered  Dahlias  for  1919 

I will  ship  this  collection  of  8 New  Peony-flowered  Dahlias  for  $15.00,  prepaid. 


ANNY  DORPENBERG.  A new  Holland  intro- 
duction with  an  Atvard  of  Merit  to  its  credit. 
The  color  is  sulphur-yellow,  and  the  habit  of 
the  plant  is  all  that  could  be  desired.  $1.00  each. 

ATTRACTION.  Large,  elegant,  full  flower,  of  a 
clear,  lilac-rose.  The  habit  is  perfect,  with  long, 
strong  stems  holding  the  bloom  stiff  and  upright. 
A very  attractive  variety.  $1.00  each. 

BERTHA  PAULDING.  (Alexander).  A 
very  striking  variety  for  the  garden,  grow- 
ing five  feet  and  over  in  height.  The 
plant  is  strong  and  sturdy,  producing  a 
large  number  of  blooms  on  long  stems. 

The  flowers  are  of  an  exquisite,  deep,  rose- 
pink,  of  good  depth  and  with  an  open 
center.  Altogether  one  of  the  best  pinks 
of  its  type  Price,  $3.00  each. 

CARL  PURDY.  New  Peony-flowered 
Seedling  (to  the  credit  of  Mr.  Vander- 
bilt of  San  Rafael,  Cal.).  A wonderful 
introduction  in  every  respect.  The  flow- 
ers are  very  large,  held  erect  on  long, 
strong  stems.  Color,  a bright,  fiery 
scarlet.  The  plants  are  of  excellent 
habit  and  of  a particularly  strong 
constitution.  $2.00  each. 

COPPER.  This  is  one  of  the  best  late 
California  introductions,  a marvel  of 
beauty.  An  immense  flower  with  very 
unique  coloring : copper,  shaded  and 

tinted  with  bronze  and  apricot,  with  a 
suggestion  of  salmon-pink.  The  petals 
are  broad,  fluffy  and  twisted,  giving  a 
full,  deep  effect.  Price,  $2.00  each. 

MARY  HOUGHTON.  Alexander’s  New  Fra- 
grant Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  This  intro- 
duction has  a delicate  but  well  defined 
pond-lily  fragrance.  The  petals  are  of  the 
Cactus-Peony  type,  being  long,  narrow  and 
pointed  at  the  tips.  The  plants  are  of 
excellent  habit  and  bloom  freely.  The  color 
is  a light  marrow-purple  with  a ring  of 
waxy  cadmium-yellow  around  the  golden- 
yellow  center,  the  reverse  of  petals  being  a 
beautiful  rhodamine-purple.  A most  re- 
markable novelty.  $3.50  each. 

MME.  VAN  BYSTEIN.  A very  distinct  and 
new  shade,  lilac-blue  throughout.  Plants 
tall  and  sturdy,  holding  blooms  well  above 
the  foliage.  Large  and  fine.  $1.00  each. 


MRS.  J.  H.  BENTON.  (Alexander).  A large, 
full,  deep  flower  with  long,  strong  stems.  The 
color  is  white,  suffused  a delicate  yellow;  the 
reverse  of  the  petals  are  streaked  carmine,  which 
delicately  tints  the  whole  flower.  Plants  are 
very  tall  and  vigorous.  Really  a beautiful  vari- 
ety. Price,  $3.00  each. 


Baron  G.  de  Grancy,  25c  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 


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Peony- Flowered  Dahlias  ^ 

Up-to-Date  Varieties 
for  1919 

I will  ship  this  collection  of  11  Up-to-date 

Peony-flowered  Dahlias  for  $6.00,  prepaid. 

ATLANTA.  (Alexander).  Remarkable 
Peony-flowered  Seedling:.  An  ideal  flower 
of  remarkable  qualities  ; flowers  beautifully 
formed  and  of  excellent  type.  Unques-  j 
tionably  the  most  valuable  white  Peony-  I 
flowered  variety.  $1.00  each. 

JOHN  WANAMAKER.  A fine  free  bloomer 
with  strong  stems  of  good  length.  Color,  j 
a pleasing  shade  of  violet-mauve.  This  va-  [ 
riety  should  be  in  every  garden.  50  cents 
each. 

MARY  LINDER.  Alexander’s  Peony-flower- 
ed Introduction.  “Mary  Linder”  is  a seed-  [ 
ling  from  the  popular  Hybrid  Cactus  Dah-  | 
lia,  “Master  Carl,”  possessing  the  charm- 
ing golden  orange  color  of  that  variety,  j 

but  being  true  Peony  in  type.  The  flow-  j 

ers  are  not  large,  but  good  medium  size,  i 
and  are  produced  with  freedom  on  good 
stems.  This  variety  was  originated  by  one 
of  my  customers,  Mr.  John  Linder  of  Can- 
ton, Mass.,  and  through  his  courtesy  I have  : 
the  pleasure  of  introducing  it.  75  cents 
each. 

MISS  CABOT.  Alexander’s  Peony-flowered 
Seedling.  Named  expressly  for  and  by 
special  permission  of  Miss  Eleanor  Cabot, 
of  Beverly  Farms  and  Cambridge,  Mass., 
in  recognition  of  her  great  love  for  the 
flower.  The  flowers  are  of  a very  dainty  j 
shell-pink,  of  large  size  and  nearly  full  to  | 
the  center,  each  petal  being  semi-cupped  i 
and  pointed.  75  cents  each.  1 

MISS  VIOLA  CHURCHILL.  Alexander’s 
Peony-flowered  Seedling.  Expressly  named 
for  Miss  Churchill  in  compliment  to  her  intense 
love  for  beautiful  flowers.  The  plants  are  tall, 
sturdy,  vigorous  growers,  with  heavy,  dark,  glos- 
sy green  foliage  and  a remarkable  constitution. 
The  flowers  are  large  size,  with  a beautiful 
blending  of  colors — beautiful  primrose  yellow, 
daintily  overlaid  salmon-pink.  $1.00  each. 

MRS.  BOWEN  TUFTS.  Alexander’s  Gigantic 
Peony-flowered  Seedling.  Named  expressly  for 
and  by  permission  of  Mrs.  Bowen  Tufts  of  Bos- 
ton and  Allerton,  Mass.,  in  recognition  of  her 
admiration  for  the  beautiful.  This  creation  is 
the  finest  of  my  new  Peony-flowered  Dahlias,  hav- 
ing gigantic,  deep  rosy  purple  blossoms,  which  are 
produced  well  above  the  foliage  upon  long,  grace- 
ful stems.  The  habit  of  the  plant  is  excellent, 
flower  stems  being  long  and  the  bushes  tall  and 
exceptionally  sturdy.  $1.00  each. 

MRS.  G.  DRUMMOND.  This  is  a great  acquisi- 
tion. The  color  is  a beautiful  apricot,  suffused 
with  salmon — a distinct  and  lovely  shade.  A 
perfect  cut  flower  and  a free  bloomer.  25  cents. 


Geisha — Peony-flowered  Dahlia  (See  page  22). 

MRS.  GEORGE  GORDON.  A delicate  creamy 
white  flower  of  large  size.  The  plant  has  a 
good  upright  habit  of  growth  and  is  a free 
bloomer.  One  of  the  best  whites  to  date.  50 

cents  each. 

MRS.  GRACE  BOLLES.  Alexander’s  Beautiful 
Peony-flowered  Seedling.  A variety  that  is  very 
appropriately  named  one  of  the  most  graceful 
to  date.  The  plants  are  of  perfect  form — a pleas- 
ing upright  style  of  growth  and  produce  flowers 
in  great  abundance.  The  flowers  are  of  large 
size.  The  coloring  is  most  exquisite,  sweetest 
rose-salmon,  with  a blending  of  golden  yellow  at 
center.  This  variety  bears  my  highest  recom- 
mendation. $1.00  each. 

PRINCE  CAMILLE.  One  of  the  finest  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlias  we  have  seen.  Color,  velvety 
crimson,  shaded  rose.  50  cents  each. 

MRS.  M.  W.  CROWELL.  A remarkably  sturdy 
variety  of  perfect  habit.  Color,  a beautiful 
orange-yellow.  50  cents  each. 


General  List  of  Select  Standard  Peony-Flowered  Dahlias 

A collection  of  the  choicest  Standard  Peony-flowered  Dahlias  in  existence ; the  finest  collection  ever 
offered  in  this  country ; introductions  from  all  over  the  world,  together  with  some  of  the  choicest  seedlings 
I ever  introduced.  I will  send  this  Phenomenal  Collection  of  51  Fashionable  Peony-flowered  Dahlias 
prepaid  for  $20.00. 


ADMIRATION.  Pale  orange  ground,  heavily  flak- 
ed and  overlaid  rosy  crimson,  yellow  at  base 
of.  petals,  the  whole  flower  appearing  to  be 
crimson  at  first  sight.  The  flowers  are  very 
large  and  full  to  the  center,  each  petals  being 
semi-cupped  and  pointed.  Very  novel  in  shape 
and  color.  25  cents  each. 

BARON  G.  de  GRANCY.  Fragrant  Peony-flow- 
ered Dahlia.  A perfect  wonder.  Its  remarkable 
qualities  being  excellent  type,  perfect  form  and 


purity  of  color.  The  flowers  are  borne  in  a 
miraculous  profusion  upon  long,  graceful  stems. 
The  color  is  a waxy,  almost  glistening,  pure 
white.  A beauty  in  every  sense  of  the  word. 
25  cents  each. 

BERTHA  VON  SUTTNER.  Giant  Holland  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  A very  beautiful  shade  of  sal- 
mon-pink, delicately  overlaid  yellow.  It  is  very 
similar  to  “H.  Hornsveld,”  having  elegant  twist- 
ed petals.  50  cents  each. 


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CAECILIA.  Gigantic  Hoi 
land  Peony-flow- 
ered Dahlia.  A 

magnificent  flower 
of  great  individu- 
ality ; one  that 
will  give  perfect 
satisfaction.  A 
wonderfully  large 
creamy  white 
flower.  50  cents 
each. 

CAESAR.  Holland  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  Large 
flowers  of  a rich  shade 
of  canary-yellow.  Very 
strong  grower.  First- 
class  Certificate.  35 

cents  each. 

CHATENAY.  Delightful 
New  Holland  Peony- 

flowered  Dahlia.  A most  pleasing  color,  similar 
to  the  well-known  Chatenay  Rose ; its  beautiful 
salmon  tints  form  a perfect  contrast  with  the 
deep  green  foliage.  The  plant  is  of  strong, 

sturdy,  upright  growth  and  produces  its  blos- 
soms erect  upon  good  long,  stiff  stems.  The 

beautiful  golden  yellow  center  completes  the 
artistically  arranged  gem  and  lends  an  addi- 
tional charm  to  this  new  acquisition.  Chatenay 
was  awarded  a First-class  Certificate  at  Am- 
sterdam. $1.00  each. 

CHICAGO.  Alexander’s  Up-to-date  Peony-flower- 
ed Seedling.  A magnificent  flower  of  great  indi- 
viduality ; one  that  will  give  perfect  satisfac- 
tion. The  coloring  of  this  variety  is  exceedingly 
wonderful — a clear  purple  with  an  exquisite 
ring  of  yellow  at  the  center.  This  delightful 
combination  gives  it  a supreme  place  in  the 
Peony-flowered  class.  Plants  are  very  dwarf. 
75  cents  each. 

DUCHESS  OF  BRUNSWICK.  New  Holland  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  A beautiful  shade  of  red  in 
the  center,  the  outside  of  the  florets  being  apri- 
cot. Awarded  First-class  Certificate  at  Amster- 
dam and  Haarlem.  First-class  Certificate  by 
National  Dahlia  Society,  and  Award  of  Merit 
by  Royal  Horticultural  Society,  London.  $1.00 
each. 

DUCHESS  d’UZES.  Bright  crimson  with  narrow 
purple  stripe  through  the  center  of  each  petal ; 
the  petals  are  very  long  and  narrow.  A fine 
flower.  75  cents  each. 

DR.  K.  W.  VAN  GORKUM.  Holland  Peony-flow- 
ered Dahlia.  White,  heavily  shaded  rose.  35 
cents  each. 


GENERAL  LIST  OF  PEONY-FLOWERED  DAHLIAS 
— Continued. 


“Queen  Emma.”  (See  page  24). 

FRAULEIN  BUDDE.  Beautiful  Holland  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  A charming  soft  mauve-violet 
with  an  exquisite  golden  yellow  center,  which 
combines  to  make  the  flowers  most  beautiful. 
Award  of  Merit.  50  cents  each. 


DR.  PEARY.  Gigantic  Holland  Peony-flowered 
Dahlia.  Without  exception  the  very  finest  dark 
Peony-flowered  Dahlia  in  existence.  A rich, 
velvety  wine-crimson  or  dark  mahogany.  Flow- 
ers of  gigantic  size  and  identical  in  form  and 
shape  to  the  “Geisha.”  A variety  which  I 
highly  recommend.  50  cents  each. 

ELECTRA.  The  coloring  of  this  variety  is  ex- 
ceedingly wonderful,  a bluish  mauve  shade,  with 
an  exquisite  golden  yellow  center,  which  com- 
bines to  give  this  variety  a prominent  place  in 
the  Peony-flowered  type.  Free-flowering.  First- 
class  Certificate.  50  cents  each. 


GEISHA.  Wonderful  Holland  Peony-flowered 
Dahlia.  The  pride  of  the  Peony-flowered  Dah- 
lias. This  most  sensational  variety  is  the 
showiest  and  most  attractive  of  this  type  in 
existence.  It  is  a superb  combination  of  bril- 
liant scarlet  and  gold  with  an  exquisite  ring  of 
rich  clear  golden  yellow  at  center.  Occasionally 
the  first  flower  comes  fully  double,  but  all  that 
follow  show  that  beautiful  golden  yellow  center 
which  combines  to  make  this  flower  the  most 
charming.  Its  form  is  very  original,  consisting 
of  peculiarly  twisted  and  curled  petals  which 
are  very  long  and  beautifully  shaped.  50  cents 
each. 


ELINOR  A.  INNES.  Alexander’s  Peony-flowered 
Seedling.  Named  expressly  for  and  by  permis- 
sion of  Mrs.  Charles  H.  Innes  of  Boston  and 
North  Scituate,  Mass.,  in  recognition  of  her 
great  love  of  the  Dahlia.  Flower  is  a beautiful 
purple  with  an  exquisite  yellow  center,  which 
lends  an  additional  charm  to  the  entire  flower. 
Very  free  flowering.  $1.00  each. 

FRIGOLIA.  While  not  a particularly  large  flower, 
on  account  of  its  very  striking  appearance  it  is 
very  effective  in  the  garden.  It  comes  quite 
true  to  its  color,  a blood-red  petal  with  a white 
tip.  Fine  as  a cut  flower.  Free  flowering.  50 
cents  each. 


GERMANIA.  Holland  Peony-flowered  Dahlia. 

Bright  glowing  crimson.  20  cents  each. 

GLORY  OF  BAARN.  Fragrant  Peony-flowered 
Dahlia.  This  most  fascinating  variety  appeals 
to  every  flower-lover  as  a true  sensation.  The 
coloring  is  exquisite,  being  a delightful  clear  soft 
pink ; a most  pleasing  flower  whose  light  rosy 
tint  forms  a perfect  contrast  with  the  deep  green 
foliage.  Its  gems  are  of  wonderful  size  and  pro- 
duced with  exceptional  freedom  on  long,  wiry 
stems.  The  beautiful  golden  yellow  center  com- 
pletes the  artistically  arranged  gem  and  lends 
an  additional  charm  to  this  acquisition.  25  cents 
each. 


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TWELVE  MARVELOUS  PEONY-FLOWERED  DAHLIAS 
PREPAID  FOR  $3.00. 

The  Flower  of  the  Fashionable  World. 


No.  1.  Queen  Wilhelmina 
No.  2 P.  W.  Jansen 
No.  3 Goddess  of  Fame 
No.  4 Glory  of  Baarn 
No.  5 Queen  Emma 
No.  6 Phenomene 


No.  7 Baron  G.  de  Grancy 
No.  8 Germania 
No.  9 Mrs.  W.  W.  Crowell 
No.  10  Marie  Studholme 
No.  11  Wm.  Reed  Butler 
No.  12  La  Rainte 


GODDESS  OF  FAME.  Alexander’s 
Peony-flowered  Seedling.  Flowers  are 
of  large  size,  but  seldom  have  more 
than  two  rows  of  petals.  The  upper 
side  of  the  petals  is  a soft  shade  of 
yellow,  faintly  veined  with  orange, 
while  the  under  side  of  the  petals  is 
a light  cast  of  orange,  veined  soft 
scarlet.  Flowers  are  very  beautiful, 
always  showing  a large,  deep  golden 
yellow  center.  Stems  are  long.  50 
cents  each. 

HAMPTON  COURT.  Up-to-date  Eng- 
lish Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  The  best 
of  the  English  creations ; a Dahlia 
of  immense  size  and  marvelous  quali- 
ties. The  color  is  an  exceedingly 
effective  bright  mauve-pink.  25 
cents  each. 

H.  J.  LOVINK.  Beautiful  Holland 
Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  Flowers  large 
and  produced  upon  exceptionally  long, 
wiry  stems.  The  coloring  is  very 
delicate — white,  daintily  blending  to 
lilac.  50  cents  each. 

HORTULANUS  BUDDE.  Gorgeous 
Holland  Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  A 

bright  deep  red ; of  splendid  habit. 

One  of  the  most  reliable.  Award  of 
Merit.  35  cents  each. 

HUGO  DE  VRIES.  Hol’and  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  A dwarf  variety ; 
orange-brown  flowers ; strong  stems. 

25  cents  each. 

JOHN  GREEN.  English  Peony-flower- 
ed Dahlia.  The  coloring  is  exception- 
ally attractive  and  intensely  brilliant, 
the  center  being  a clear  golden-yellow 
which  quickly  changes  to  fiery  scar- 
let. A great  feature  of  this  variety  is 
its  lasting  quality,  the  flowers  re- 
maining in  full  beauty  for  over  a i 
week,  unhurt  by  rain  or  sun.  The 
shape  of  the  flower  is  perfectly  orig- 
inal, the  petals  being  beautifully 
pointed,  giving  it  a star-like  appear- 
ance. Awarded  First-class  Certifi- 
cate by  the  National  Dahlia  Society 
at  Crystal  Palace,  London,  and  re- 
ceived XXX  by  the  joint  committee 
of  the  Royal  Horticultural  Society 
and  the  National  Dahlia  Society  at 
the  Dahlia  Trials  at  Duffryn,  Cardiff. 

50  cents  each. 

KING  EDWARD.  First-class  Holland 
Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  A large  pur- 
ple flower  of  good  substance.  35 
cents  each. 

KING  LEOPOLD.  Exquisite  Holland  Peony-flow- 
ered Dahlia.  The  coloring  of  this  variety  is  a 
very  dainty  lemon-yellow,  shading  lighter  at 
edges.  The  well-formed  flowers  are  produced 
on  long,  wiry  stems  well  above  the  foliage.  Very 
free-flowering.  25  cents  each. 

LADY  K.  DRUMMOND.  Yellow,  changing  to 
buff  at  the  tips  of  the  petals,  shaded  salmon. 
Free  and  of  good  habit.  A really  charming 
flower.  25  cents  each. 

LA  RIANTE.  Up-te-date  Fragrant  Peony-flowered 
Novelty.  This  superb  Peony-flowered  Dahlia 
possesses  a most  charming  individuality  in 
beauty  and  grace  which  is  almost  indescribable 
and  incomparable.  The  color,  a charming  lav- 
ender-pink with  an  exquisite  golden  yellow  cen- 
ter, combines  to  make  the  flowers  most  beautiful. 
The  flowers  are  true  Peony  type,  but  in  form 
perfectly  original ; its  long,  graceful  petals  be- 
ing beautifully  curved  and  twisted,  giving  the 
whole  a phenomenal,  or  almost  unique  appear- 
ance. The  fragrance  of  this  variety  is  remark- 
ably prominent  and  encourages  us  to  imagine  a 
long,  list  of  Fragrant  Dahlias  in  the  near  future. 
An  ideal  variety  that  bears  our  highest  recom- 
mendation. 25  cents  each. 


LADY  SEVILLE.  A gorgeous  flower  of  rich, 
orange-scarlet,  petals  tipped  buff  and  slightly 
reflexed.  A prolific  bloomer,  thoroughly  satis- 
factory. 35  cents  each. 

MARIE  STUDHOLME.  (See  illustration  on  page 
24).  Delicate,  bright  mauve-pink,  shaded  with 
a glistening  ivory  sheen.  This  beautiful  com- 
bination of  color  gives  the  appearance  of  a lav- 
ender-pink. The  flowers  are  of  very  original 
form,  petals  being  very  gracefully  curved  and 
twisted.  35  cents  each. 

MERVILLE.  A beautiful  salmon-red  shade.  35 
cents  each. 

MRS.  A.  PLATT.  Sterling  English  Peony-flowered 
Dahlia.  A flower  of  massive  proportions,  but 
charming  in  general  appearance.  The  blossoms 
are  large  and  perfectly  formed.  The  color  is  a 
magnificent  bluish-pink.  First-class  variety  ; 
valuable  for  exhibition  purposes.  50  cents  each. 

MRS.  FLEERS.  Holland  Peony-flowered  Dahlia. 

A perfect  combination  of  colors — salmon  and 
rose ; a wonderful  variety ; ideal  for  exhibition 
purposes.  This  charming  flower  is  also  describ- 
ed as  rosy  red.  25  cents  each. 


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East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


MRS.  JAQUES  FUTRELLE.  Up-to-date  Peony- 
flowered  Seedling;.  Flowers  of  medium  size,  but 
very  attractive.  An  exquisite  lemon-yellow, 
heavily  splashed  scarlet.  Very  free  flowering, 
25  cents  each. 

NEWPORT  DANDY.  A lilac-pink  of  the  most 
delicate  shade.  The  yellow  center  is  open  with 
the  inner  petals  curling  and  twisting  over  it. 
A large  size  flower  and  a very  profuse  bloomer. 

$1.00  each. 

OREGON  BEAUTY.  Originated  by  an  Oregon 
seed  firm.  A seedling  from  “Wm.  Agnew,”  re- 
sembling the  parent  in  size,  shape,  and  color. 
Flowers  are  large  and  full  to  the  center.  Color, 
a glowing,  fiery  scarlet.  50  cents  each. 

PAINTED  LADY.  Up-to-date  Holland  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  One  of  the  most  fascinating 
varieties  in  existence.  Color,  a beautiful  pale 
rose.  Award  of  Merit.  50  cents  each. 

PHENOMENE.  Beautiful  French  Cactus  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  A very  effective  and  novel 
variety,  having  beautiful  Cactus-shaped  florets. 
The  color  is  an  exquisite  salmon  shade,  suffused 
light  amber.  25  cents  each. 

P.  W.  JANSEN.  Fragrant  Peony-flowered  Dahlia. 
A most  satisfactory  variety.  The  novel  color  is 
rosy  salmon,  daintily  overlaid  a beautiful  shade 
of  yellow ; an  elegant  flower  borne  on  stout,  erect 
stems.  A great  addition  to  any  collection.  25 
cents  each. 

QUEEN  EMMA.  Fragrant  Peony-flowered  Dah- 
lia. A delightful  sort  that  appears  almost 
artificial.  It  is  a charming  shade  of  Holly- 
hock pink,  the  inner  petals  banded  with 
gold.  The  flowers  are  sensational,  possess- 
ing grace,  simplicity  and  beauty,  which  makes 
this  variety  exceedingly  fashionable.  25  cts. 
each. 

QUEEN  WILHELMINA.  Giant  Holland  Peony- 
flowered  Dahlia.  (See  illustration  on  page 
2).  Largest  and  finest  of  the  pure  white 
sorts  ; excellent  for  decorative  work  and  un- 
surpassed as  a cut  flower.  Blossoms  pro- 
duced upon  long,  graceful  stems,  well  above 
the  foliage.  An  immense,  fluffy  flower  of 
pure  glistening  white,  showing  its  beautiful 
golden  yellow  center  very  prominently,  which 
lends  an  additional  charm  to  this  most  beau- 
tiful flower.  25  cents  each. 

RIESEN  EDELWEISS.  A flower  of  the  purest 
white,  with  long,  slender  petals  curving  in- 
ward at  the  tips.  It  appears  like  a gigantic 
“Edelweiss,”  hence  its  name.  Tall  plants 
which  bloom  profusely.  50  cents  each. 

ROCHESTER.  Alexander’s  Superb  Peony- 
flowered  Seedling.  Color,  a gorgeous  crimson- 
maroon,  effectively  striped  and  splashed 
pure  white.  A beautiful  flower  of  most 
original  form,  every  petal  twisted,  mak- 
ing a gay  contrast  with  the  beautiful 
golden  yellow  center,  characteristic  of 
the  Peony-flowered  type.  75  cents  each. 

SHERLOCK  HOLMES.  Beautiful  Holland 
Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  An  ideal  flow- 
er, possessing  remarkable  qualities ; 
flowers  beautifully  formed  and  of  ex- 
cellent type.  A beautiful  shade  of  mauve. 

50  cents  each.' 

SOLFATARA.  Holland  Peony  - flowered 
Dahlia.  Carmine-red,  yellow  band  in 
center.  25  cents  each. 

SOUTH  POLE.  A new,  large,  white  variety, 
rivaling  “Queen  Wilhelmina.”  It  bears  the 
blooms  freely,  well  above  the  foliage,  on 
strong,  erect  stems.  A welcome  addition  to 
the  Peony  class.  35  cents  each. 

SUNRISE.  Superb  English  Peony-flowered 
Dahlia.  An  exquisite  clear,  lively  pink. 
The  contrast  between  the  effective  bright 
pink  flowers  and  the  heavy  green  foliage  is 
perfectly  marvelous.  The  beautiful  golden 
yellow  center  adds  an  exquisite  charm  to  the 
entire  plant.  25  cents  each. 


SOUVENIR  de  FRANZ  LISZT.  Reddish  purple 
with  a pure  white  disc  around  the  center ; flow- 
ers 6 to  7 inches  in  diameter.  50  cents  each. 

VIRGINIA  MARSHALL.  Peony-flowered  Seed- 
ling. A very  beautiful  and  delicate  new  vari- 
ety. In  shape  and  form  the  flowers  are  perfectly 
original ; the  petals  are  very  long  and  “Geisha”- 
like,  being  beautifully  quilled  and  twisted.  The 
blossoms  are  an  exceptionally  dainty  primrose- 
yellow,  faintly  overlaid  a delicate  rose-lilac 
shade.  75  cents  each. 

WM.  REED  BUTLER.  Peony-flowered  Seedling. 

One  of  the  finest  pure  white  varieties.  35  cents 
each. 

ZEPPELIN.  Holland  Peony-flowered  Dahlia.  The 

incomparable  delicacy  and  richness  of  this  most 
interesting  variety  has  excited  great  comment. 
The  color  is  the  most  beautiful  shade  of  mauve 
— a very  fascinating  color.  The  perfection  in 
form  of  this  variety  is  one  of  its  greatest  fea- 
tures. Award  of  Merit.  50  cents  each. 


Marie  Studholme— -Peony-flowered  Dahlia 
(See  page  23). 


Wellston,  O.,  May  26th,  ’18. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

Dear  Sir: — The  Dahlias  came  promptly.  Thanks 
for  the  extra.  I am  working  for  a fine  display 
this  season.  Yours, 

MRS.  H.  S.  WILLARD. 


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Decorative  Dahlias 

The  Decorative  Dahlia  is  the  pride  of  all  Dahlias,  standing  out  pre-eminently.  In  the  garden  the 
plants  arc  strong,  sturdy,  vigorous  growers,  with  heavy,  dark  green  foliage,  and  a remarkable  consti- 
tution. The  blossoms  are  produced  in  great  profusion,  which  is  exceptional  for  a type  of  Giant -flowering 
Dahlias.  For  cut-flower  purposes  they  are  unsurpassed,  having  long,  straight  stems  of  wiry  stiffness, 
and  producing  their  flowers  in  a pleasing  upright  manner ; then  principally  their  lasting  qualities  when 
cut — they  are  unequalled,  lasting  longer  than  any  of  the  other  types.  As  an  exhibition  flower  tlhe 
Decorative  Dahlia  is  the  most  gigantic  of  all  Dahlias,  blossoms  having  beauty,  substance,  quality — all 
essential  characteristics  of  a true  “Model  of  Perfection.”  As  a decorative  flower  they  are  first  in  every 
respect ; being  graceful,  adapted  to  designs,  and  most  artistic. 

The  blossoms  of  the  Decorative  Dahlias  are  large,  flat,  but  beautiful  in  shape,  and  full  to  the  center; 
the  petals  are  somewhat  irregularly  situated,  long,  broad,  flat,  and  nearly  straight. 

New  Decorative  Dahlias  for  1919 


BENEDICTUS  XV.  A very  highly  recommended 
variety  imported  from  Holland.  The  color  is 
a splendid  deep  yellow,  with  stiff  stems  holding 
the  bloom  upright  and  well  above  the  foliage. 
One  of  the  latest  and  best  introductions  in  yel- 
low Dahlias.  Highly  recommended.  $1.00  each. 

DR.  THURMAN.  An  exquisite  combination  of 
coloring,  the  clear  yellow  of  each  petal  being 
very  delicately  suffused  with  copper  tints.  The 
plants  are  tall  and  sturdy  with  perfect  habit, 
holding  the  large  flowers  to  the  best  possible 
advantage.  An  extra  fine  Dahlia.  $1.00  each. 

EUGENE  BURGLE.  An  improved  seedling  from 
the  famous  Mina  Burgle.  A rich,  dark  red  in 
coloring,  the  blooms  are  of  immense  size  and 
perfect  form.  The  strong,  luxuriant  plants 
grow  to  a height  of  six  feet,  and  hold  the  flowers 
erect  and  prominent.  $5.00  each. 

FRANCIS  MARTIN.  One  of  the  most  charming 
new  Decoratives  and  one  that  will  be  sure  to 
give  perfect  satisfaction.  A white  ground,  over- 
laid lavender,  the  coloring  is  somewhat  similar 
to  the  well-known  W.  W.  Rawson,  but  the  shade 
of  lavender  is  darker.  The  stems  are  long  and 


very  stiff,  holding  the  large  flower  erect  with 
ease.  A good  bloomer  and  ideal  for  cut  flowers. 

$2.00  each. 

H.  MAIER.  A very  large  California  production 
of  the  greatest  merit.  Of  a shade  a little  darker 
than  primrose-yellow,  each  petal  is  slightly 
flecked  carmine.  It  is  a strong  grower,  profuse 
bloomer,  and  holds  the  flowers  on  long,  stiff 
stems.  A very  fine  yellow  Decorative.  $2.00 
each. 

KING  OF  THE  AUTUMN.  One  of  the  finest 
Decorative  Dahlias  ever  introduced.  The  habit 
is  absolutely  perfect,  with  strong,  sturdy  stalks, 
long,  stiff  stems  and  remarkably  free  flowering. 
The  coloring  is  something  quite  new  arid  unique : 
buff  yellow  suffused  terra  cotta.  Obtaining 
several  First-class  Certificates  in  Holland,  this 
Dahlia  is  destined  to  become  one  of  the  most 
popular  varieties  ever  introduced.  $2.50  each. 

NANCY  RANKIN.  A new  seedling  of  my  own 
and  introduced  now  for  the  first  time.  The 
color  is  a pure  white,  but  the  reverse  side  of 
the  outer  row  of  petals  is  tinted  a most  deli- 
cate lavender-pink.  It  is  one  of  the  most  free 
flowering  varieties  of  my  entire 
list,  the  plants  appearing  to  be  a 
mass  of  bloom.  For  cut  flowers 
it  will  be  found  unsurpassed, 
keeping  in  perfect  condition  for 
days  after  being  cut.  I cannot 
recommend  this  new  variety  too 
highly.  $3.00  each. 

WM.  STARK  SMITH.  Alexander’s 
Phenomenal  New  Decorative  Seed- 
ling. Named  expressly  for  and 
by  special  permission  of  Wm. 
Stark  Smith,  Esq.,  of  Milwaukee, 
Wisconsin,  a very  enthusiastic 
Dahlia-lover.  The  plant  is  a very 
vigorous  grower,  with  heavy,  dark, 
glossy  green  foliage  and  a re- 
markable constitution.  The  flow- 
ers are  enormous,  and  produced 
upon  stiff,  wiry  stems,  well  above 
the  foliage.  This  wonderful  new 
Fancy  Decorative  Dahlia  is  one  of 
the  largest  Dahlias  in  existence; 
a most  sensational  variety,  pos- 
sessing remarkable  qualities.  The 
blossom  is  perfect  in  form,  grand 
in  appearance,  of  immense  size, 
and  exceedingly  wonderful  color 
combination.  A beautiful  golden 
yellow  artistically  striped  and 
splashed  scarlet.  The  effect  of 
these  phenomenal  flowers  is  most 
pleasing.  $3.00  each. 


King  of  Autumn — Decorative  Dahlia,  $2.50. 


Manila,  Philippine  Islands, 

May  2,  1916. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

. East  Bridgewater,  Mass., 

Dear  Sir : — Just  a line  to  let  you 
know  that  Dahlia  bulbs  arrived 
safely  and  in  good  condition.  I hope 
they  do  well.  If  they  do,  will  try 
some  of  the  more  expensive  varie- 
ties. Yours  very  truly. 

F.  C,  THOMPSON. 


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New  Decorative  Dahlias  for  1918 


These  ten  new  Dahlias  are  the 
best  new  Decorative  Dahlias  to  date, 
to  my  knowledge,  and  are  worthy 
of  a prominent  place  in  any  col- 
lection. 

I will  ship  this  collection  of  10 
Superb  Decorative  Dahlias  prepaid 
for  $20.00. 

BLUSH  QUEEN.  Beautiful  flesh- 
pink  ; a magnificent  bloomer  and 
one  of  the  best  garden  varieties 
of  its  color.  Always  a mass  of 
bloom.  $2.00  each. 

EDWARD  PARROTT.  This  variety 
is  different  in  color  from  anything 
else  in  my  entire  list,  being  a 
beautiful  shade  of  violet-purple. 

The  flowers  are  very  large  and  are 
carried  well  above  the  foliage  on 
extra  long,  stiff  stems.  It  is  a 
profuse  bloomer  and  ideal  for 
cutting.  $2.00  each. 

EVELYN  V.  MARSHALL.  I regard 
this  Dahlia  as  one  of  the  most 
beautiful  that  I have  ever  seen, 
and  if  I were  compelled  to  re- 
strict my  choice  to  one  variety 
this  would  be  my  choice  without  a 
moment’s  hesitation.  The  ground 
color  is  white,  heavily  overlaid 
with  violet-red,  showing  white 
tips  and  edges.  The  color  combi- 
nations are  similar  to  those  in 
“Mme.  A.  Lumiere,”  but  the  flow- 
ers are  three  or  four  times  as 
large.  The  flowers  are  variable 
in  color  and  usually  become  light- 
er colored  as  the  season  advances. 

$3.00  each. 

DOROTHY  FLINT.  This  is  one  of 
the  most  beautiful  varieties  in 
cultivation.  The  color  combina- 
tions are  exquisite,  being  a blend- 
ing of  salmon  and  pink  with  a 
yellow  stripe  running  through  the  center  of  the 
petals.  The  flowers  are  from  6 to  7 inches  in 
diameter  and  are  borne  on  long  stems  in  great 
abundance,  making  it  valuable  for  cutting.  It 
is  worthy  of  a place  in  the  most  exclusive  gar- 
dens. $2.00  each. 

JENNIE  FAULKNER.  One  of  the  most  distinct- 
ive medium-sized  varieties  in  the  list  and  a 
beauty.  It  is  an  intense  reddish-peach  color, 
shading  to  yellow  at  base  of  petals  and  showing 
a silvery  reflex  on  the  edges.  It  is  impossible  to 
describe  the  color  combinations  and  tints  accu- 
rately. They  must  be  seen  to  be  appreciated.  It 
is  a splendid  bloomer.  $2.00  each. 

MRS.  WM.  H.  PEPIN.  One  of  the  best  white 
Decoratives  in  existence.  This  is  the  largest 
white  Decorative  I have  ever  seen  and  the  finest 
in  form.  It  is  greatly  superior  in  both  size  and 
form  to  the  justly  celebrated  “Mme.  Marze,” 
which  has  for  several  years  been  regarded  as  the 
best  white  in  this  class.  As  an  exhibition  flower 
it  is  a winner  every  time.  $2.50  each. 

NOIR  ALVAREZ.  A gigantic  new  variety  which  I 
can  highly  recommend.  Color,  a deep,  velvety 
ox-blood  red.  The  plants  make  a sturdy,  vigor- 
ous growth  with  long,  stiff  stems.  A profuse 
bloomer.  $2.00  each. 

RED  TANAGER.  The  brightest  and  most  dazzling 
red  imaginable.  This  variety  stands  the  hot  sun 
the  best  and  holds  its  color  the  longest  of  any 
Dahlia  of  its  color  I have  ever  grown.  Nothing 
can  excel  its  brilliancy.  $2.00  each. 

SAM  FOSS.  I regard  this  as  the  best  orange-color- 
ed Decorative  in  my  collection  in  both  size  and 
color.  It  belongs  to  a giant  class  and  should  be 
included  in  all  first-class  collections.  $2.00  each. 


Francis  Martin,  Decorative  Dahlia,  $2.00  each.  (Page  25). 

SEA  GULL.  This  Dahlia  is  pure  white  and  is  of 
the  largest  size.  It  sometimes  comes  semi- 
double and  is  greatly  admired  as  a Peony-flow- 
ered Dahlia.  $2.00  each. 


Board  of  Education, 

Lincoln  School, 

Newark,  N.  J.,  June  30,  1917. 
My  Dear  Mr.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

I wish  to  extend  my  thanks  to  you  for  sending 
me  the  two  bulbs,  “Reine  Cayeux”  and  “Glory  of 
Wilts,”  even  though  I had  no  tags  to  show  for 
those  that  I returned.  My  further  thanks  are 
due  also  for  the  bulb  of  “Gladiateur”  that  you  so 
kindly  included  in  the  package.  I cannot  say 
enough  for  your  business  integrity  and  courtesy. 

I was  secretary  of  the  Maplewood  Dahlia  Soci- 
ety last  year  and  had  considerable  correspondence 
with  you  at  that  time  and  I formed  a very  high 
opinion  of  you  and  your  business  on  account  of 
the  tone  of  your  letters.  This  will  be  my  first 
year  as  an  exhibitor,  and  I hope  to  win  something 
with  your  Dahlias. 

Yours  in  the  love  of  Dahlias. 

(Signed)  G.  M.  MORELAND. 


San  Francisco,  Cal.,  June  10,  1916. 
Mr.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass., 

Dear  Sir: — Received  the  Dahlia  bulbs  all  O.  K., 
also  the  extra  one  for  which  accept  my  thanks.  I 
consider  you  a very  reliable  grower  as  you  always 
have  been  prompt  in  sending  my  orders  and  they 
have  always  been  as  represented ; in  fact,  better 
than  I expected  for  the  price. 

Yours  truly,  F.  C.  BAXTER. 


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Plot  of  Decorative  Dahlia,  J,  M.  Goodrich, 


Up-to-Date  Decorative  Dahlias 

Four  of  the  finest  and  most  satisfactory  Decorative  Dahlias  grown  ; varieties  that  have  reached  per- 
fection in  every  respect.  They  are  of  gigantic  size,  perfect  shape,  produce  their  blossoms  in  abundance, 
and  bear  my  highest  recommendation. 

I will  send  these  Four  Ideal  Dahlias,  prepaid,  for  $2.00.  “J.  M.  Goodrich”  and  “Mina  Burgle”  are 

two  Dahlias  everyone  should  grow. 


DARLENE.  Alexander’s  Delicate  New  Decorative 
Seedling.  An  exquisite  shade  of  live  shell-pink 
with  a dainty  blending  of  white  at  center.  The 
plants  make  ideal  specimens,  averaging  about 
3 feet  in  height ; a single  plant  making  a very 
effective  showing.  For  massing  or  hedging, 
“Darlene”  is  ideal.  The  foliage  is  a heavy,  deep 
green,  a perfect  contrast  with  the  pink-and- 
white  blossoms.  This  variety  is  one  of  the  most 
satisfactory  garden  varieties  we  are  offering, 
the  plants  being  literally  covered  with  blossoms 
from  early  July  until  frost.  The  uniformity 
and  perfection  of  the  flowers  shows  unusual 
qualities.  Unquestionably  the  finest  pink-and- 
white  Decorative  Dahlia  to  date.  $1.00  each. 

FRANK  A.  WALKER.  Alexander’s  New  Deco- 
rative Seedling.  Expressly  named  for  Mr.  Frank 
A.  Walker,  of  Stoneham,  Mass.,  in  compliment 
to  his  intense  love  of  Dahlias.  A charming 
shade  of  deep  lavender-pink.  For  garden  deco- 
ration or  for  cut  flowers  this  variety  is  excep- 
tionally good,  having  long  stems  and  producing 


flowers  in  great  abundance.  This  Dahlia  should 
be  in  every  garden.  75  cents  each. 

J.  M.  GOODRICH.  Gigantic  New  Decorative 
Seedling.  For  all  purposes,  without  exception, 
this  is  the  best  Decorative  we  have  had  the 
pleasure  of  introducing.  It  has  size  and  beauty, 
exceptionally  long  stems  and  is  free  flowering. 
The  coloring  is  entirely  new  and  wins  instant 
favor.  A beautiful  salmon-pink,  each  petal 
effectively  tipped  primrose-yellow.  The  nearest 
to  an  ideal  Dahlia  we  have  been  able  to  intro- 
duce. 50  cents  each. 

MINA  BURGLE.  (See  illustration  on  page  1).  A 
seedling  named  and  originated  by  Mr.  Burgle,  a 
California  Dahlia  lover.  This  new  introduction 
is  one  of  the  finest  varieties  to  date — a cham- 
pion variety,  producing  flowers  of  gigantic  size 
and  remarkable  beauty ; the  best  in  existence. 
Color,  a glowing  and  most  brilliant  scarlet.  The 
flowers  are  of  perfect  Decorative  type  and  are 
borne  upon  long,  wiry  stems  well  above  the  foli- 
age. Attracts  universal  attention.  50  cts.  each. 


I will  ship  this  collection  of  Five  Superb  Decorative  Dahlias,  prepaid,  to  any  part  of  the  United 


States  or  Canada,  for  $4.00. 

BREEZE  LAWN.  A grand  variety  of  great  prom- 
ise. A perfect  exhibition  flower,  measuring  8 
inches  and  over  when  properly  grown.  Color,  a 
vivid,  fiery  vermilion  ; splendid  form,  full  center 
and  perfect  habit;  free  flowering.  $1.50  each. 

LYDIA  VANCE.  A new  Decorative  variety  of  per- 
fect habit  and  a remarkable  blending  of  colors 
—white  daintily  overlaid  lavender-pink.  One  of 
the  finest.  $1.00  each. 

MR.  TYNDALL.  Gigantic  new  Decorative  Dahlia 
possessing  a novel  combination  of  colors — -orange 
yellow  heavily  shaded  bronze.  Flowers  produced 
with  freedom;  stiff,  wiry  stems.  $1.00  each. 


SALEM.  New  Decorative  Dahlia  with  fern-like 
foliage  and  a very  odd  color  combination — brick- 
red,  edged  and  shaded  orange-yellow  or  amber. 
50  cents  each. 

TENOR  ALVAREZ.  Gigantic  New  French  Deco- 
rative Dahlia.  This  new  variety  is  one  of  the 
largest  and  finest  Decorative  Dahlias  to  my 
knowledge.  The  flowers  are  produced  upon  long, 
wiry  stems,  well  above  the  foliage,  which  is 
remarkable  for  a Dahlia  so  large.  The  color 
combination  is  very  pleasing  and  attractive  but 
difficult  to  describe — violet-red  very  heavily 
striped  and  splashed  lilac  and  white,  $1,00  each, 


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J.  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater , Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


General  List  of  Decorative  Dahlias 


I will  ship  this  collection  of  65  Decorative  Dahlias,  prepaid,  to  any  part  of  the  United  States  for  $18.00. 


BLACK  PRINCE.  Nearly  black.  20 
cents  each. 


BLUE  OBAN.  Color,  lavender  with 
a beautiful  tint  of  blue.  The 
nearest  to  blue  of  any  Dahlia  in 
existence.  Very  desirable  on  ac- 
count of  its  peculiar  color.  20 
cents  each. 


CATHERINE  DUER.  “The  New- 
port Dahlia.”  Glowing  shade  of 
Red.  15  cents  each. 


CLARABEL.  Color,  rich,  rosy  pur- 
ple. 15  cents  each. 


CLIFFORD  W.  BRUTON.  A large 
canary-yellow.  15  cents  each. 


DELICE.  The  finest  and  brightest 
pink  Decorative  Dahlia  in  exist- 
ence. Flowers  are  of  good  size, 
standing  well  above  the  foliage. 
A charming  bright  pink,  suffused 
with  lavender-pink.  One  of  the 
best  known  cut-flower  varieties  in 
the  Dahlia  world.  25  cents  each. 


DOLLY  or  SYLVIA.  White  edged 
pink.  15  cents  each. 


ELSIE  DAVIDSON.  A beautiful 
deep,  golden  yellow,  very  large, 
and  fine  for  cutting.  2 5 cents 
each. 


F.  GRINSTEAD.  The  flowers  are 
of  perfect  Decorative  type  and  a 
most  artistic  combination  in  color 
— deep  golden  yellow,  distinctly 
striped  and  splashed  a clear  and 
effective  scarlet  crimson.  35  cents 
each. 


FREDERICK  SPITTEL.  Color,  ver- 
milion-scarlet, often  tipped  white. 
25  cents  each. 


FREEDOM.  One  of  my  1913  Seed- 
ling Decorative  Dahlias  and  a va- 
riety which  will  give  perfect  satis- 
faction. The  flowers  are  a beauti- 
ful deep  crimson  color  and  are 
produced  with  such  ease  and  free- 
dom that  we  chose  ‘“Freedom”  as 
the  most  appropriate  name.  One 
of  the  earliest  flowering.  25  cents. 


GARIBALDI.  Deep  crimson  with 
notched  petals.  A very  distinct- 
ive flower.  25  cents  each. 


AMPHION.  Chrome-yellow,  shaded  cherry-rose. 
Plants  dwarf.  15  cents  each. 

ALICE  ROOSEVELT.  New  Holland  Decorative 
Dahlia.  The  blending  of  colors  is  very  unusual 
— white  daintily  overlaid  lilac.  Plants  are  of 
remarkably  good  habit,  producing  flowers  upon 
strong,  wiry  stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  25 
cents  each. 

BEAUTE  LYONNAISE.  A novel  Fancy  Decora- 
tive of  French  origin.  Color,  white,  tinted  and 
edged  with  scarlet,  tipped  with  white.  Occasion- 
ally a solid  red  flower  on  same  plant.  Very 
attractive.  Dwarf  growing  plants.  20  cents 
each. 

BEAUTY  OF  BRENTWOOD.  Plum,  striped  dark- 
er. 15  cents  each. 

BERCH  VAN  HEEMSTEDE.  New  Holland  Deco- 
rative Dahlia.  A remarkably 
handsome  variety,  of  perfect  form, 
especially  distinguished  for  its 
purity  of  color — a most  exquisite 
pure  yellow.  This  variety  is  one 
of  the  latest  importations  from 
Holland,  being  introduced  there  in 
1914,  where  it  was  awarded  the 
First-class  Certificate.  $1.00  eacn. 


GOLDEN  WEST.  Classed  by  some  as  a Show 
Dahlia,  it  is  really  a Decorative  with  deeply 
serrated  petals.  A fine,  large  flower  of  pure 
yellow,  on  long  stems.  Very  free.  50  cents  each. 

HORTULANUS  FIET.  Wonderful  New  Holland 
Decorative  Dahlia.  The  coloring  of  this  variety 
is  exceedingly  wonderful — a beautiful  shade  of 
salmon  exquisitely  blending  to  yellow  at  the 
center.  $1.00  each. 

HORTULANUS  WITTE.  Remarkable  New  Hol- 
land Decorative  Dahlia.  A perfect  wonder.  Its 
remarkable  qualities  are  excellent  type,  perfect 
form,  and  purity  of  color.  The  flowers  are  borne 
in  a miraculous  profusion  upon  long,  stiff  stems, 
well  above  the  foliage.  The  color  is  a waxy, 
almost  glistening  pure  white ; a beauty  in  every 
sense  of  the  word.  75  cents  each. 


THIS  GRAND,  SUPERB  SET  OF  12  DIFFERENT  FRENCH 
DECORATIVES  FOR  $3.00,  PREPAID. 


No.  1 Jeanne  Charmet 
No.  2 Mme.  Helene  Charvet 
No.  3 Frank  A.  Walker 
No.  4 Minos 
No.  5 Reggie 

No.  6 Mme.  Victor  Vassier 


No.  7 Jack  Rose 

No.  8 Progress 

No.  9 Princess  Juliana 

No.  10  Mme.  A.  Lumiere 

No.  11  Mina  Burgle 

No.  12  Souv.  de  G.  Doazon 


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JACK  ROSE.  The  identical  shade  of  the  rose  with 
the  same  name.  This  variety  is  exceedingly 
free,  carrying  fairly  large  flowers  on  very  erect 
stems  in  great  abundance ; flowers  early,  and 
during  the  hot  weather  the  color  is  likely  to 
burn  somewhat.  20  cents  each. 

JEANNE  CHARMET.  The  flowers  measure  from 
7 to  10  inches  in  diameter  and  are  borne  on  stiff, 
wiry  stems  frequently  18  to  24  inches  long. 
The  color  is  a most  exquisite  shade  of  lilac- 
pink,  daintily  shading  to  pure  white  towards  the 
center,  with  a tinge  of  light  yellow  at  the  mar- 
gins. 25  cents  each. 

JOHN  R.  BALDWIN.  A splendid  variety.  Color, 
a beautiful  salmon-red.  25  cents  each. 

LA  FRANCE.  Very  large;  deep  pink,  some  of  the 
petals  slightly  edged  with  white  and  deeper  pink. 
20  cents  each. 

LE  GRAND  MANITOU.  The  color  of  this  superb 
variety  is  pure  white  artistically  striped,  splash- 
ed and  blotched  deep  violet-purple.  The  plants 
occasionally  bear  a solid  purple-colored  flower 
The  effect  of  these  phenomenal  flowers  is  most 
pleasing,  giving  this  variety  a supreme  place  in 
this  class.  35  cents  each. 

LEO  XIII.  The  habit  of  this  plant  is  all  that  can 
be  desired,  producing  large  flowers  upon  splen- 
did stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  “Leo  XIII” 
is  a beautiful  deep  yellow.  $1.00  each. 

L.  MANDARIN.  This  is  a very  attractive  variety, 
with  a light  cream  center,  shaded  to  a yellow, 
tipped  deep  pink,  and  each  petal  is  then  striped 
with  crimson,  making  it  very  showy.  25  cents 
each. 

LYNDHURST.  Brightest  vermilion ; the  best 
bright  red  for  cutting.  An  early,  free  and  con- 
tinuous bloomer,  with  long,  straight  stems.  20 

cents  each. 

MADEMOISELLE  MARIE  HOSTE.  A fas- 
cinating shade  of  heliotrope,  shaded  white. 

25  cents  each. 

MAID  OF  KENT.  Rich  cherry-red,  splashed 
and  blotched  pure  white.  A variegated 
Dahlia  with  unusually  peculiar 
markings.  The  center  of  some 
blossoms  are  pure  white,  others 
are  half  ruby-red  and  half  white, 
while  most  are  entirely  distinct, 
it  being  very  seldom  that  two 
flowers  appear  alike  on  the  same 
plant — they  may  be  any  combina- 
tion of  ruby-red  and  white,  and 
are  generally  blotched  instead  of 
striped.  15  cents  each. 

MANITOU.  Immense  flow- 
ers of  an  exquisite  am- 
ber bronze.  35  cents  each. 

MELOD\.  A clear  canary- 
yellow,  tipped  white.  High 
center  with  reflexed  outer 
petals.  A remarkably 
free  bloomer.  25  cents 
each. 

MINOS.  (See  illustration 
on  page  42).  One  of  the 
finest  Dahlias  to  date. 

Flowers  are  large  and  ex- 
ceedingly beautiful,  borne 
on  long,  graceful,  wiry 
stems.  The  color  is  in- 
tense velvety  maroon,  al- 
most black.  An  ideal  cut-flower 
variety.  Fine  for  all  uses.  25 
cents  each. 

MISTRESS  DOUGLASS.  Soft  pink, 
shaded  chamois  and  copper  color. 

Grand  flower.  25  cents  each. 

MLL'E.  LAURENCE  CHABANNE.  Soft 
rose,  striped  and  spotted  with  crimson. 
Fringed  petals.  A large  flower  and  a fine 
bloomer.  50  cents  each. 


MME.  A.  LUMIERE.  An  exceptionally  attract- 
ive variety  ; pure  white  with  violet-red  tips.  The 
plants  are  of  remarkably  good  habit,  producing 
the  blossoms  upon  long,  stiff  stems,  well  above 
the  foliage.  This  variety  we  can  recommend 
as  one  of  the  most  satisfactory.  25  cents  each. 

MME.  AYMARD.  A beautiful  shade  of  mauve; 
the  best  variety  of  its  type  and  color.  50  cents 
each. 

MME.  BUREL.  Silvery  lilac,  striped  with  carmine. 
Extra  fine  for  cutting.  50  cents  each. 

MME.  HELENE  CHARVET.  A seedling  from 
“Mme.  Van  den  Daele ;”  flowers  are  much  larger, 
florets  being  of  enormous  width.  Color,  glisten- 
ing white,  daintily  overlaid  pinkish-lavender. 
Strong  and  vigorous.  20  cents  each. 

MME.  VAN  DEN  DAELE.  A grand  Dahlia  of 
highest  Decorative  type.  Flowers  are  large  and 
of  fine  form ; produced  upon  exceptionally  good 
stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  As  a cut-flower 
variety  it  is  unsurpassed.  The  color  is  white, 
deeply  edged  live  silvery-pink.  A Dahlia  which 
bears  my  highest  recommendation.  25  cents 
each. 

MME.  VICTOR  VASSIER.  The  grandest,  clear 
sulphur-yellow  Decorative  to  date.  35  cents 
each. 

MON.  DUPANLOUP.  Color,  white,  suffused  and 
deeply  edged  with  bright  ruby-crimson ; a most 
striking  variety.  50  cents  each. 

MOONLIGHT.  Color,  yellow,  petals  tipped  peach- 
pink.  A good  flower  and  good  bloomer.  50  cents 
each. 

MOROCCO.  Rich,  velvety  purple-maroon  distinct- 
ly tipped  white.  20  cents  each. 

MRS.  HARTONG.  Deep  orange,  tipped  pinkish 
white.  20  cents  each. 


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(See  page  26). 

DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS— Continued. 


ORAN.  Mauve.  Extra  fine  form.  15  cents  each. 

ORA  DOM7.  A beautiful  velvety  maroon,  effective- 
ly tipped  white.  Very  strong,  tall  growing 
plant.  25  cents  each. 

PAPA  CHARMET.  A very  brilliant,  deep  coral- 
red,  overlaid  with  a darker  shade  of  velvety 
maroon.  Very  free  flowering.  The  plant  is  a 
vigorous  grower,  with  heavy,  dark,  glossy  green 
foliage  and  a remarkable  constitution.  The 
general  color  effect  being  a rich  crimson-ma- 
roon. 35  cents  each. 

PAPA  VICTOR.  Maroon,  shaded  velvety-purple. 
One  of  the  best  purple  Decoratives.  50  cents 

each. 

PERLE  DU  PARC  DE  LA  TETE  D’OR.  One  of 

the  best  white  Decorative  Dahlias,  resembling 
the  Peony.  Petals  are  evenly  split  or  nicked 
at  the  tips,  giving  the  flower  an  unique  appear- 
ance. Color,  white,  effectively  overlaid  laven- 
der. 20  cents  each. 

PERLE  DE  OCEAN.  One  of  the  most  charming 
Decorative  Dahlias  in  existence.  A clear,  waxy 
white,  beautifully  crested  lemon-yellow,  the 
whole  being  daintily  overlaid  clear  pink.  One 
of  the  finest  varieties  we  ever  imported  from 
France  and  one  that  will  give  perfect  satisfac- 
tion. 35  cents  each. 

PRINCE  OF  ORANGE.  A novel  combination  of 
orange  and  yellow  shades.  20  cents  each. 

PRINCESS  JULIANA.  Splendid  New  Holland 
Decorative  Dahlia.  It  is  perfect  as  an  exhibition 
flower,  ideal  for  garden  decoration  and  unsur- 
passed for  cutting.  Holland  Dahlia  specialists 
claim  this  the  finest  white  Decorative  Dahlia  for 
cut-flower  purposes,  and  also  the  best  flowering. 
Received  the  Holland  Dahlia  Society’s  First- 
Class  Certificate.  50  cents  each. 


PRINCESS  VICTORIA  LOUISE. 

In  form  very  similar  to  Jeanne 
Charmet.  The  color  is  beautiful, 
deep  pink,  the  stems  are  long, 
holding  the  blooms  erect.  An  ex- 
cellent cut-flower  variety.  50 
cents  each. 

PROF.  MANSFIELD.  A very  novel 
combination  of  colors — rich  shade 
of  yellow,  tipped  and  striped 
white,  the  whole  overlaid  rose- 
red.  15  cents  each. 

PROGRESS.  A clear  lavender  with 
stripes  and  blotches  of  soft  crim- 
son through  each  petal.  20  cents 
each. 

PURPLE  MANITOU.  Enormous 
flowers  of  a rich,  clear,  deep  pur- 
ple. Identical  in  shape,  form  and 
size  to  “Le  Grand  Manitou.”  The 
very  finest  purple  Decorative 
Dahlia  in  existence.  I cannot 
recommend  this  variety  too  high- 
ly. 35  cents  each. 

QUEEN  AUGUSTA  VICTORIA. 
Good  form  and  pure  white  in  col- 
or. 25  cents  each. 

QUEEN  MARY.  This  is  a stronger 
grower  than  Delice.  A large  flow- 
er with  full,  rounded  center.  The 
color  is  a soft  shade  of  pink.  50 
cents  each. 

SOURCE  DE  FEU.  A very  dazzling 
color — brilliant  orange,  splashed 
and  overlaid  vermilion.  20  cents 
each. 

SOUVENIR  DE  GUSTAVE  DOA- 
ZON.  This  variety  is  a good  com- 
parison to  the  “Sunflower.”  It  is 
the  largest  Dahlia  in  existence. 
The  color  is  a pleasing  shade  of 
orange-red.  Flowers  are  full  to 
the  center  and  often  measure  9 
inches  and  over  in  diameter ; they  can  be  forced 
to  measure  over  12  inches.  The  plant  is  a very 
tall,  vigorous  grower  with  heavy,  dark,  glossy 
green  foliage  and  a remarkable  constitution. 
Very  long  stems  of  pleasing,  stiff,  upright  type. 
Should  be  in  every  garden.  20  cents  each. 

SOUV.  de  MME.  BLONIN.  Clear,  bright  cerise. 
A large,  beautiful  flower  and  a free  bloomer. 
50  cents  each. 

VILLE  DE  MANTES.  Brilliant  ruby-crimson,  dis- 
tinctly tipped  white.  A very  attractive  variety ; 
one  that  we  can  recommend  to  our  friends  as  a 
most  desirable  type  of  the  Decorative  Dahlia. 
25  cents  each. 

WILHELM  MILLER.  Very  brilliant  purple.  This 
is  a fine  variety  of  the  Decorative  type.  15 
cents  each. 

WM.  AGNEW.  Intense  glistening  scarlet-crimson. 
This  variety  is  a rapid  grower  and  has  a strong 
constitution,  one  that  always  gives  good  satis- 
faction. 15  cents  each. 

Rittenhouse  & Drake 
Attorneys  and  Counselors 
at  Law. 

Wagoner,  Okla.,  May  13.  1917. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Mass., 
Dear  Sir: — I received  the  bulbs  in  good  condi- 
tion. Many  thanks. 

I followed  your  suggestions  and  put  them  in 
the  ground  at  once.  I now  have  two  each  of  two 
varieties,  “Frederick  Wenham,”  and  “Baron  G.  de 
Grancy,”  and  one  of  “La  Rainte,”  having  given 
the  other  one  to  a friend. 

Again  thanking  you  for  your  kindness,  I am. 
Yours  truly,  W.  I.  RITTENHOUSE. 


Harrington,  Del.,  May  16,  1917. 
My  Dear  Sir: — I received  my  Dahlia  bulbs  on 
Saturday,  the  15th,  all  O.  K.  Many  thanks  to 
you  for  such  nice  bulbs. 

Hastily  yours,  J.  W.  BLADES, 


East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  ] . K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


Giant-Flowering  or  Colossal  Dahlias 

Sincerely  believing  that  there  should  be  a distinction  between  the  “true”  flat-petaled  Decorative 
Dahlia  and  the  “hybrid”  Decorative  Dahlia,  of  which  “Le  Colosse”  is  one  of  the  first  and  best  known, 
I am  creating  this  new  classification. 

The  Colossal  type  includes  all  the  Giant-flowering  Dahlias,  intermediate  between  the  broad,  flat- 
petaled  Decorative  Dahlia,  and  the  common,  quilled  Show  Dahlia. 

Colossal  fully  portrays  the  idea — gigantic  flowers  of  great  depth,  massive  in  proportions,  and  globular 
in  shape ; petals  are  cup-shaped,  and  placed  in  exact  regularity.  Plants  are  strong,  sturdy  and  robust. 


Two  New  Colossal  Dahlias  for  1919 

I will  send  these  two  wonderful  Dahlias  prepaid  for  $2.00. 


ESTELLE  CHRISTY.  One  of  the  best  yellow 
Dahlias  of  this  type  ever  introduced.  The  color 
is  the  purest  golden  yellow,  with  no  shading 
whatever.  The  size,  color,  length  of  stem  and 
habit  of  growth  make  the  above  statement  no 
exaggeration  whatever.  A wonderful  flower  in 
every  way.  $1.50  each. 


MARJORIE  FIELD.  A fitting  companion  to  Es- 
telle Christy.  Flowers  are  Immense,  borne  on 
stems  two  feet  in  length.  The  coloring  is  a won- 
derful shade  of  deep  rose-pink,  slightly  tipped 
white,  and  the  blooms  are  of  perfect  form  and 
habit,  growing  as  large  as  seven  inches  in  diam- 
eter. A beautiful  acquisition.  $1.00  each. 


Seven  Wonders  of  the  Dahlia  World 


“THE  COLOSSAL  SEVEN.” 


This  phenomenal  collection  includes  the  very  largest  Colossal  Dahlias  in  existence,  all  exhibition 
varieties  of  gigantc  size.  I will  ship  the  “Colossal  Seven”  prepaid  for  $4.00. 


AMERICAN  BEAUTY.  This  champion  Dahlia  is 
a seedling  from  the  well-known  French  variety, 
“Le  Colosse,”  being  almost  identical  in  form 
shape  and  size.  The  flowers  are  of  gigantic  size 
and  are  produced  on  long,  heavy  stems,  well 
above  the  foliage.  The  color  of  this  acquisition 
is  a gorgeous  wine-crimson.  35  cents  each. 

FIREBURST.  This  gigantic  Colossal  Dahlia  is  a 
seedling  from  the  well-known  French  variety, 
“Le  Colosse.”  The  flower  is  more  flatly  built, 
has  broader  and  longer  petals,  and  is  a far  more 
intense  scarlet,  slightly  shaded  orange-red.  This 
is  a variety  of  great  value,  producing  specimens 
which  measure  8 inches  and  over  in  diameter. 
The  finest  scarlet  Colossal  Dahlia.  50  cents  each. 


Vivian,  Good  Specimen  of  Show  Type 

(See  page  36). 


-50  cents  each. 


GIANT  PURPLE,  or  ROYAL  PURPLE.  This  new 
variety  is  a seedling  from  “Le  Colosse,”  being 
identical  in  form,  shape  and  size.  The  color  is 
a lively  shade  of  royal  purple.  The  flowers  are 
of  perfect  formation,  very  double,  and  borne  on 
long,  wiry  stems.  This  is  destined  to  be  one  of 
the  finest  for  exhibition  purposes.  The  unusu- 
ally heavy  demand  for  this  variety  leaves  our 
stock  extremely  limited.  50  cents  each. 

J.  K.  ALEXANDER.  One  of  my  seedlings  of 
special  merit  which  can  be  highly  recommended. 
It  will  have  a world-wide  reputation  in  a short 
time  because  of  its  excellence  and  size.  This 
grand  Colossal  Dahlia  is  a seedling  from  the 
well-known  “Le  Colosse”  and  has  the  exact 
form  of  petals  and  same  shape  as 
that  famous  variety.  The  color  of 
this  beautiful  flower  is  a royal 
shade  of  clear,  rich  violet-purple, 
which  deepens  to  an  exquisite 
deep  purple.  The  gigantic  flow- 
ers are  borne  on  long,  wiry  stems, 
well  above  the  foliage.  This  ac- 
quisition produces  its  mammoth 
flowers  freely.  $1.00  each. 

LE  COLOSSE.  An  exceptionally 
popular  Dahlia,  especially  distin- 
guished for  its  enormous  size,  be- 
ing one  of  the  largest  grown. 
Color,  brick-red.  “Le  Colosse”  is 
a very  deep,  massive  flower  of 
globular  shape ; petals  are  cup- 
shaped and  placed  in  exact  regu- 
larity. One  cannot  imagine  great- 
er perfection.  $1.00  each. 

MME.  MARZE.  New  French  Colos- 
sal Dahlia.  To  our  knowledge  the 
grandest  white  Colossal  variety 
in  existence.  The  perfect  form 
immensity  of  size  and  purity  of 
color  prove  it  far  superior  to  any 
other  white  Dahlia  to  date.  Its 
wonderful  flowers  are  produced 
with  exceptional  freedom  on  long, 
wiry  stems.  50  cents  each. 

YELLOW  COLOSSE.  An  ideal  Dah- 
lia that  appeals  to  everyone  on 
account  of  its  distinct  color,  gi- 
gantic size  and  beautiful  appear- 
ance. This  magnificent  variety  is 
the  best  exhibition  yellow  in  exist- 
ence, beng  rich,  refined  and  deli- 
cate. Large,  showy  flowers  of  pure 
primrose-yellow  are  produced 
very  freely  on  long,  graceful 
stems.  Its  golden,  cup-shaped  pet- 
als are  daintily  arranged,  com- 
pleting this  beautiful,  perfect 
flower.  35  cents  each. 


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The  Most  Popular  Colossal  Dahlias 

I will  ship  this  wonderful  collection  of  15  Colossal  Dahlias,  prepaid,  for  $7.00,  or  this  collection, 
with  the  “Colossal  Seven”  included,  for  $10.00,  prepaid. 


A.  E.  JOHNSON.  A perfect  example  of  the  Giant- 
flowering type.  The  plants  are  strong  and 
sturdy,  with  good  habit  of  growth.  The  ground 
color  of  the  bloom  is  white  or  light  blush,  over- 
laid with  a clear  rose-pink.  A very  large  and 
fine  flower.  50  cents  each. 

CHAS.  R.  EVERSON.  Alexander’s  New  Decora- 
tive Seedling.  Named  expressly  for  Mr.  Chas. 
R.  Everson  of  Whitman,  Mass.,  a great  admirer 
of  beautiful  flowers.  One  of  the  most  exquisite 
new  creations.  Color,  a clear  light  lavender- 
pink,  shading  to  white.  Flowers  produced  upon 
long  stems,  well  above  the  foliage.  75  cents  each. 

CUBAN  GIANT,  or  DR.  J.  P.  KIRKLAND.  Dark 
velvety  crimson ; large.  Stems  long  and  wiry. 
Plants  are  very  tall  and  sturdy.  25  cents  each. 

DREER’S  WHITE.  An  excellent  Dahlia  for  gar- 
den effect  and  hedges  ; plants  are  very  strong 
and  vigorous,  making  ideal  bushy  specimens,  av- 
eraging 3 feet  in  height.  Color,  a pure,  glisten- 
ing white ; in  form  it  resembles  the  popular 
“Grand  Duke  Alexis,”  while  in  freedom  of  flow- 
ering it  is  not  surpassed  by  any.  Unquestion- 
ably the  most  valuable  snow-white  variety  in 
existence.  25  cents  each. 

DREER’S  YELLOW.  A beautiful  new  Colossal 
Show  Dahlia  of  perfect  form ; stems  long  and 
straight,  carrying  the  blooms  well  above  the 
foliage.  The  flowers  form  a perfect  ball,  often 
measuring  7 to  8 inches  in  diameter.  Color,  a 
rich,  sulphur-yellow.  $1.00  each. 

D.  M.  MOORE.  In  this  offering  we  have  one  of 
the  best  “nearly  black”  varieties  to 
date.  It  is  a rich,  deep,  velvety 
Victoria-lake,  which  is  a shade  deeper 
than  deep  maroon,  the  nearest  ap- 
proach to  black  to  my  knowledge.  A 
mammoth  flower  produced  in  profu- 
sion on  long,  stiff  stems.  50  cents 
each. 

MADAME  DEVINAT.  In  form 
and  arrangement  it  is  very 
similar  to  the  well-known 
French  Decorative  “Grand 
Duke  Alexis,”  but  it  is 
a great  deal  larger  and 
deeper.  The  petals  are 
cup-ishaped  and  quilled 
in  the  center.  The 
color  is  pure  white, 
daintily  overlaid  lav- 
ender-pink. A very 
effective  variety.  $1.00 
each. 

MADEMOISELLE  MAR- 
GUERITE des  BLANC. 

An  enormous  white 
Colossal  Dahlia  of  per- 
fect form.  35  cents 
each. 

MRS.  ROOSEVELT.  A 

most  beautiful  flower. 

It  is  of  immense  size,  fine 
color,  graceful  form,  and 
has  excellent  stems  for 
cutting.  Flowers  are  6 to 
8 inches  in  diameter.  Deli- 
cate pink,  shading  to  soft  pink. 

50  cents  each. 

PURPLE  DUKE.  This  is  a new 
Colossal  seedling  from  that  famous 
French  variety,  “Grand  Duke 
Alexis.”  The  petals  are  cup- 
shaped and  evenly  quilled  to  the 
center,  similar  to  the  parent  vari- 
ety. Color,  a rich,  deep  purple — 
a royal  color  that  attracts  every- 
one’s attention.  50  cents  each. 


REGGIE.  A Colossal  Dahlia  of  beautiful  cherry- 
red  color.  A Variety  that  will  give  the  best  of 
satisfaction,  producing  flowers  upon  long  stems, 
well  above  the  foliage.  Very  free.  25  cents  each. 

SANTA  CRUZ.  A remarkably  handsome  variety 
of  perfect  form.  The  coloring  of  this  variety 
is  exceedingly  wonderful — an  exquisite  deep 
lemon-yellow,  artistically  overlaid  and  blending 
a novel  shade  of  salmon-pink.  Exceptionally 
large  and  free  flowering.  The  plants  are  strong 
and  robust,  producing  their  gigantic  flowers 
upon  long  stems.  75  cents  each. 

SURPASSE  COLOSSE.  Another  Colossal  vari- 
ety ; a seedling  from  “Le  Colosse,”  the  form  of 
the  flower  being  very  similar,  the  petals  being 
more  flat  and  pointed.  The  color  is  a much 
deeper  and  a more  dazzling  shade — a deep  scar- 
let-crimson. 25  cents  each. 

W.  W.  RAWSON.  (See  illustration  on  page  34). 
The  popularity  which  this  novelty  has  acquired 
in  the  short  time  it  has  been  on  the  market, 
speaks  for  itself  for  the  superior  feature  of  this 
flower.  The  petals  toward  the  center  are  quilled 
similar  to  the  “Grand  Duke  Alexis  toward 
the  outer  part  they  are  more  open  and  flat.  The 
color  is  pure  white  overlaid  with  amethyst-blue. 
This  wonderful  combination  gives  it  the  appear- 
ance cf  delicate  lavender.  The  flowers  measure 
from  7 to  9 inches  in  diameter.  35  cents  each. 

YELLOW  DUKE.  A splendid  primrose-yellow  of 
good  form.  50  cents  each. 


Santa  Cruz  Colossal  Dahlia. 


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East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  ].  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


Show  Dahlias 


New  Large  Flowering  Varieties  for  1919 

This  Grand  Collection  of  12  Giant-flowering  Show  Dahlias  are  the  finest  collection  of  Show  Dahlias 
ever  offered  in  this  country ; they  are  introductions  from  all  over  the  world  together  with  some  of  the 
choicest  seedlings  of  this  type  that  I have  ever  introduced! 

I will  send  this  superb  collection  of  12  Giant-flowering  Show  Dahlias,  prepaid,  for  $8.00,  cash. 


General  List  of 
Show  Dahlias 


AUGUS  MEGAR.  New  Show  Dahlia.  The  large- 
est  and  finest  lavender-purple  Show  Dahlia  to 
my  knowledge.  Tall  and  sturdy.  75  cents  each. 

DAVID  WARFIELD.  Gigantic  New  Show  Dahlia. 

Beautiful  deep  cherry-red.  A Dahlia  of  extra 
good  habit,  producing  its  mammoth  flowers  upon 
stiff,  wiry  stems,  well  above  the  foliage ; a decid- 
ed acquisition.  $1.00  each. 

FLAG  OF  TRUCE.  Sterling  New  English  Show 
Dahlia.  Heralded  from  England  as  one  of  the 
finest  to  date.  Flowers  are  perfectly  quilled, 
resembling  in  form  the  popular  “Grand  Duke 
Alexis.”  Pure  white,  effectively  tinted  violet- 
lavender.  75  cents  each. 

GOLDEN  CROWN.  A beautiful  new  Show  Dahlia 
of  exceptional  merit.  Plants  are  strong  and 
sturdy  with  good  habit.  The  color  is  a deep  lem- 
on-yellow, faintly  edged  with  deep  strawberry- 
pink,  the  whole  giving  a beautiful  golden  effect. 
$1.00  each. 

HARVEST  MOON.  This  variety  blooms  early 
and  continuously  on  very  long  stems ; a large 
flower  of  perfect  form  and  excellent  habit.  Lem- 
on-yellow with  light  amber  center.  50  cents 

each. 

MARGUERITE  ROUSSEAU.  Flesh-pink  with 
white  center ; of  good  size,  fine  form  and  habit ; 
a beauty.  Extra  fine  for  cutting.  50  cents 

each. 


MAUDE  ADAMS.  Ideal  New  Show  Dahlia.  This 
wonderful  introduction  is  unsurpassed  in  quality 
in  every  respect ; in  reality  a model  of  perfec- 
tion. I cannot  speak  too  highly  of  this  variety. 
The  color  is  a pure  snowy  white,  very  effectively 
overlaid  clear  delicate  pink.  Undoubtedly  one 
of  the  finest  of  the  Show  type.  50  cents  each. 

MAYOR  DUNN.  New  Show  Dahlia.  A beautiful, 
clear  scarlet  flower  of  large  size  and  good  form. 
Remarkably  free  bloomer  and  very  showy.  A 
valuable  addition  to  any  garden.  $1.00  each. 

MISS  HELEN  HOLLIS.  Gigantic  Scarlet  Show 
Dahlia.  A sensational  wonder  and  undoubtedly 
the  largest  and  best  deep  scarlet  Show  Dahlia 
in  existence.  Blossoms  are  on  long,  stiff  stems, 
well  above  the  foliage.  Plant  extremely  sturdy 
and  produces  very  luxuriant  foliage.  This  ac- 
quisition can  be  highly  recommended.  $1.00  each. 

MME.  MARIKA  ANAGNOSTAKI,  The  extremely 
dainty  blending  of  color  is  remarkable,  being 
snowy-white,  delightfully  shading  to  a beautiful 
rose-pink.  75  cents  each. 

MRS.  JOHN  BOWMAN.  Offered  this  season  for 
the  first  time.  The  form  of  this  flower  is  out  of 
the  ordinary,  the  center  petals  being  quilled, 
while  the  outer  ones  broaden  out  to  the  Deco- 
rative type.  The  color  is  an  exquisite  shade  of 
deep,  golden  yellow,  with  the  reverse  of  the 
petals  slightly  tinged  magenta.  The  stems  -are 
long  and  exceptionally  stiff,  car- 
rying the  large  bloom  quite  free 
of  the  foliage.  It  blooms  freely. 
For  an  all-around  Dahlia  it  is  a 
valuable  addition  to  its  class. 
$2.00  each. 

WALTER  HAY.  A recent  intro- 
duction of  orange-red  or  reddish- 
buff,  somewhat  similar  to  Wm. 
Neats,  but  very  much  larger.  The 
flowers  are  of  perfect  form  and 
are  borne  on  fine,  long  stems. 
$1.00  each. 


Maude  Adams — Show  Dahlia.  50  cents  each. 


I will  ship  this  collection  of  77 
different  named  varieties,  prepaid 
for  $17.00. 

A.  D.  LIVONI.  Beautiful  soft  pink. 
Well  formed  flowers  with  long 
stems.  Perfectly  round,  ball- 
shaped flowers,  each  petal  being 
very  tightly  quilled  and  arranged 
in  exact  regularity.  Free  flower- 
ing. 15  cents  each. 

ACME  OF  PERFECTION.  Deep 
yellow.  Very  compact  flower  of 
perfect  form  with  long,  stiff,  wiry 
stems.  Good  size.  35  cents  each. 
A.  M.  BURNIE.  Dark  orange 
ground,  lightening  to  yellow  to- 
wards the  edges.  15  cents  each. 
ACQUISITION.  An  exquisite  shade 
of  deep  lilac.  Very  large  with 
cup-like  petals.  Especially  good 
for  cut-flower  purposes.  20  cents 
each. 

ALICE  EMILY.  Orange  - yellow. 
Large  and  fine.  15  cents  each. 


/.  K.  Alexander , £asf  Bridgewater , Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


W.  W.  Rawson — Colossal  Dahlia  (See  page  32). 


SHOW  DAHLIAS— Continued. 

ARABELLA.  Sulphur-yellow,  tipped  pinkish- 
white.  15  cents  each. 

ARIAN.  Crimson-scarlet.  A very  deep  flower. 
Fine  form.  20  cents  each. 

BERTHA  DELAIRE.  A beautiful  pure  white  va- 
riety of  large  size ; extra  fine  for  cutting.  50 

cents  each. 

DIAMANT.  Pure  white.  35  cents  each. 

DOROTHY  PEACOCK.  The  flowers  are  of  good 
size,  exquisite  form,  great  substance ; the  color 
is  that  beautiful,  clear,  live  pink  that  appeals 
to  everyone.  25  cents  each. 

DR.  KEYNES.  Giant  Show  Dahlia.  Buff  shaded 
red.  One  could  not  imagine  greater  perfection 
in  shape.  This  variety  is  one  of  the  very  best 
and  bears  my  highest  recommendation.  50  cents 

each. 

ELBERTON.  A deep  orange->red  flower.  Nothing 
better  in  this  color.  25  cents  each. 

EMILY.  A very  attractive,  large,  free  blooming 
Dahlia  of  fine  form.  Color,  a delicate  lavender, 
overlaid  with  white.  Long,  stiff  stems.  25 
cents  each. 

EMPRESS  OF  AUSTRALIA.  A very  reliable  vari- 
ety. The  color  is  a pure  yellow,  slightly  tipped 
a reddish-brown.  Of  good  size  and  habit ; free 
bloomer.  25  cents  each. 

ENGLISH  PENELOPE.  Fawn  with  a novel  shad- 
ing of  amber  and  yellow.  One  of  the  largest. 
20  cents  each. 


ETHEL  MAULE.  Pure  glistening  white.  One 
of  the  finest.  20  cents  each. 

FASCINATION.  Rose-pink,  sometimes  striped 
white.  Extra  fine.  15  cents  each. 

FATA  MORGANA.  White,  heavily  suffused 
with  lavender ; good  size  and  good  bloomer. 
25  cents  each. 

FERN  LEAF  BEAUTY.  Red,  tipped  white: 
fern-like  foliage.  25  cents  each. 

FLORENCE.  Yellow.  15  cents  each. 

FLORENCE  TRANTER.  Blush  white,  edged 
rose-purple.  15  cents  each. 

GLADIATEUR.  Clear  violet,  shaded  blue.  A 
splendid  new  exhibition  variety.  35  cents 
each. 

GLOBE  DE  MANTES.  Bright  scarlet ; a per- 
fect model.  35  cents  each. 

GOLDEN  AGE.  Sulphur-yellow.  Free-flow- 
ering. 15  cents  each. 

GOV.  DAVIS.  Clear,  pale  orange.  35  cents 
each. 

GOV.  GUILD.  Large ; pure  white ; rather 
short  stems.  35  cents  each. 

GRACCHUS.  Bright  orange-buff.  One  of  the 
best  of  its  color,  always  reliable.  35  cents 
each. 

GRAND  DUCHESS  MARIE.  Seedling  intro- 
duced 1911.  Blooms  in  profusion.  Stems 
from  12  to  18  inches  in  length.  Color  is 
very  striking  rich  buff,  overlaid  orange,  re- 
verse petals  pink.  Good  garden  variety.  25 
cents  each. 

HARRISON  WEIR.  A model  in  form;  fine 
ball-shaped  flowers  of  large  size.  Color  a 
rich  lemon-yellow,  veined  with  crimson ; 
good  stems.  Very  free-flowering.  35  cents 
each. 

IMPERIAL.  Deep  purplish  maroon.  20  cents 
each. 

IVANHOE.  Beautiful  New  Show  Dahlia.  The 

color  combination  is  exceedingly  delicate — 
a beautiful  snowy  white,  exquisitely  edged 
with  pinkish  lavender.  The  flowers  are  per- 
fectly cupped  and  especially  distinguished 
for  their  enormous  size.  50  cents  each. 

JAMES  VICK.  Purple-crimson.  20  cents  each. 

JOHN  BENNET.  Yellow,  deeply  edged  scarlet. 
A very  satisfactory  flower.  35  cents  each. 

JOHN  DOWNIE.  Light  yellow,  heavily  tipped 
deep  garnet  red.  20  cents  each. 

JOHN  THORP.  Pink  slightly  tinged  white  at 
base.  Good  size.  15  cents  each. 

LYDIA.  An  ideal  flower  ; color,  vermilion-scarlet. 
35  cents  each. 

MANZANITA.  An  attractive  combination  ; white, 
shading  to  deep  lavender.  25  cents  each. 

MERLIN.  A beautiful  orange-scarlet.  One  of 
the  very  finest  Dahlias  ever  offered.  Free  flow- 
ering and  good  for  cut-flower  purposes.  25  cents 
each. 

METEOR.  Bright  ruby-red.  A large,  striking 
flower  and  a profuse  bloomer.  20  cents  each. 

MLLE.  E.  E.  RISSER.  A pure  white  variety  with 
quilled  petals.  25  cents  each. 

MME.  ALFRED  MAREAU.  This  is  the  finest  pink 
Show  Dahlia  in  existence.  Large.  25  cents  each. 

MR.  CHAMBERLAIN.  A flower  of  good  form  and 
size.  Deep,  rich  maroon.  35  cents  each. 

MRS.  CAMPBELL.  One  could  not  imagine  a 
more  perfect  blending  of  colors.  Pale  yellow, 
shaded  fawn  ; back  of  florets  tipped  and  streaked 
rosy  purple.  35  cents  each. 

MRS.  LANGTRY.  Deep  cream,  deeply  tipped  ma- 
genta. Long  stems  and  good  habit.  25  cents 
each. 

MRS.  DEXTER.  Salmon.  15  cents  each. 


East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  J.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater , Massachusetts 


Muriel — Show  Dahlias— Rose. 


M.  RUDOLPH  LEVESQUE.  A large,  ball-shaped  flower,  but  with  a 
slightly  opened  center.  The  color  is  a medium  shade  of  clear  purple. 
Plants  are  tall  and  the  stems  are  long  and  wiry.  35  cents  each. 

MRS.  SUSAN  WILSON.  This  is  a grand  acquisition  to  the  exhibi- 
hition  class.  The  cclcr  is  a deep  burnt  orange,  veined  with  orange- 
red.  One  of  the  largest.  50  cents  each. 

M.  SOMERS.  A beautiful  clear  purple.  Large.  20  cents  each. 

MURIEL.  (See  illustration  below).  A very  satisfactory  cut-flower 
variety.  The  flowers  are  of  good  size  and  are  produced  upon  stems 
of  remarkable  length.  Color,  a most  charming  shade  of  orange. 
35  cents  each. 


NORMA.  A Dahlia  that  should  be 
grown  by  all  flower  lovers.  In 
my  estimation  a model  of  perfec- 
tion. Flowers  are  large,  perfectly 
quilled,  and  of  a most  exquisite 
shade  of  live  bright  orange.  The 
blossoms  are  produced  in  remark- 
able profusion.  25  cents  each. 


ORATOR.  Salmon-buff.  15  cents 
each. 


PURPLE  GEM.  Deep  purple,  dis- 
tinct. 15  cents  each. 


Pompon  Dahlia — La  Petite  Barbara. 

RELIANCE.  A very  deep  flower  of  large 
size ; white  at  base,  deeply  edged  purple- 
crimson,  veined  cream.  35  cents  each. 

ROBERT  MANTELL.  Deep  crimson.  One 
of  the  very  best.  35  cents  each. 

ROBIN  ADAIR.  Terra  cotta.  15  cents  each. 

ROBONI.  This  is  a very  odd  colored  Dah- 
lia, a combination  of  deep  copper  and 
amber  shades.  25  cents  each. 

ROSE.  (See  illustration  herewith). 
One  of  recent  introduction ; a re- 
markable Dahlia  of  decided  forma- 
tion. Color,  an  exceptionally  deep 
rose  shade.  Flowers  carried  erect 
upon  extra  long  stems.  Exceeding- 
ly free  flowering.  25  cents  each. 

ROSEBUD.  The  flowers  are  of  per- 
fect form  and  large  size.  The  plants 
are  dwarf  and  bushy,  producing 
their  flowers  in  great  profusion. 
The  color  is  white,  effectively  edged 
with  rose-pink.  Flowers  unusually 
full  and  round.  35  cents  each. 
RUBENS.  Golden  yellow  with  promi- 
nent orange  center.  A distinct  flow- 
er of  unusual  beauty.  35  cei\ts 
each. 

SOUVENIR  DE  MA  SOEUR.  Color,  a 
flesh-pink  with  lighter  center.  A grand, 
large  flower.  25  cents  each. 

STORM  KING.  The  most  reliable  white 
Show  Dahlia  to  date.  Color,  a pure 
white.  Flowers  produced  on  good  stems, 
well  above  the  foliage,  Free  flowering, 
15  cents  each. 


PRIMROSE  DAME.  A lovely  shade 
of  primrose.  Medium  size.  Free 
flowering.  20  cents  each. 
PRINCE  BISMARK.  Deep  purple. 
Large,  perfect  flower  of  fine  form. 
20  cents  each. 


QUEEN  VICTORIA,  or  MARY  D. 
HALLO  CK.  Canary-yellow.  15 
cents  each. 

REINE  CHARLOTTE.  Purple  with 
violet  tints.  20  cents  each. 

ROBERT  BROOMFIIELD.  Pure 
white.  Tall  grower.  15  cts.  each. 


/.  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


SET  OF  12  SUPERB  DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS  FOR 
$2.00  PREPAID. 


No.  1 Progress 

No.  2 Beauty  of  Brentwood 

No.  3 Souv.  de  G.  Doazon 

No.  4 Oban 

No.  5 Dolly 

No.  6 Wilhelm  Miller 


No.  7 Minos 

No.  8 Freedom 

No.  9 Mrs.  Hartong 

No.  10  Maid  of  Kent 

No.  11  Prince  of  Orange 

No.  12  Mme.  Victor  Vassier 


SHOW  DAHLIAS— Continued. 

STRADELLA.  Alexander’s  Seedling.  Beautiful 
deep  purple-crimscn.  Exceptionally  free  flower- 
ing. Stems  long  and  wiry.  One  of  the  finest 
to  date.  20  cents  each. 

THELMA.  Purplish  maroon.  Large,  full  flowers. 
Plants  dwarf.  20  cents  each. 

THOMAS  AUSTISS.  Deep  lilac.  Good  form.  20 
cents  each. 

VIVIAN.  A great  favorite  which  received  the  ad- 
miration of  everyone  who  saw  its  wonderful 
flowers,  the  color  being  white,  effectively  edged 
rose-violet.  An  extremely  wonderful  blending  of 
color  possessed  only  by  the  rare  novelties.  One 
of  our  champions  of  this  season’s  introductions 
and  a variety  worthy  of  the  highest  words  of 
praise.  50  cents  each. 

WHITE  BEDDER.  Pure  white.  Very  dwarf.  Fine 
for  bedding.  “White  Bedder”  seldom  grows  over 
2 feet  in  height.  15  cents  each. 

WHITE  QUEEN.  Pure  white  with  an  occasional 
soft  lilac  flower  on  the  same  plant.  20  cents 
each. 

WHITE  SWAN.  Pearly  white.  15  cents  each. 

WILLIE  AUSTIN.  Fawn.  15  cents  each. 


WM.  DODDS.  Very  large,  clear  yel- 
low. Flowers  produced  upon  long, 
stiff,  wiry  stems,  well  above  the 
foliage.  35  cents  each. 

WM.  NEATS.  Soft  reddish  fawn.  15 
cents  each. 

ZEPHORIS.  A grand  yellow  variety. 
50  cents  each. 

Fancy  Dahlias 

I will  ship  my  entire  collection  of 
Select  Standard  Fancy  Dahlias,  24  dif- 
ferent varieties,  for  $8.00,  prepaid. 

ARTHUR  LEFAVOUR.  Gigantic  New 
Fancy  Dahlia.  Color,  a beautiful 
sulphur-yellow,  lined,  striped  and 
speckled  deep,  gorgeous  crimson.  35 
cents  each. 

CHAS.  TURNER.  Very  showy  and 
novel  in  appearance ; perfection  in 
form ; peculiar  though  most  pleas- 
ing combination  of  colors — delicate 
orange  with  chocolate.  One  of  the 
most  satisfactory  varieties  to  date. 
35  cents  each. 

DAZZLER.  Deep  yellow,  striped  scar- 
let. 25  cents  each. 

ERIC  FISHER.  Buff,  veined  and 
striped  scarlet.  15  cents  each. 
FRANK  SMITH.  Dark  maroon,  tip- 
ped pinkish  white.  20  cents  each. 
GAIETY.  A remarkably  brilliant 
Fancy  Dahlia.  Vivid  scarlet,  heav- 
ily marked  with  pure  white.  Long 
stems  and  free  bloomer.  25  cents 
each. 

GEN.  GRANT.  Deep  orange,  striped 
chocolate.  Sometimes  the  flowers 
will  come  a solid  chocolate  shade 
and  even  then  the  flowers  are  extra 
fine  shape.  20  cents  each. 

GEO.  BARNES.  A Fancy  Dahlia  of 
refined  form.  Lilac,  striped  crim- 
son. 15  cents  each. 

GLOIRE  DE  GUSCARD.  In  color  it 
is  an  almost  indescribable  combina- 
tion of  orange,  red,  yellow,  pink, 
and  white.  The  appearance  of  this 
combination  at  a little  distance  is  a 
yellow  base,  overlaid  pinkish  red 
with  white  tips.  15  cents  each. 
HENRY  GLASSCOCK.  Deep  lilac, 
striped  purple.  20  cents  each. 
JOHAN  DOEHLER.  New  Fancy  Dahlia.  A mag- 
nificent new  variety ; buff,  striped  and  speckled 
crimson.  Very  large  and  fine.  35  cents  each. 

LES  AMOURS  DE  MADAME.  New  Giant  Fancy 
Dahlia.  Delicate  pale  rose,  striped  scarlet.  A 
beautiful  combination  of  color  and  universally 
admired.  75  cents  each. 

LUCY  FAUCETT.  Pale  yellow,  striped  deep  pink 
or  light  magenta.  One  of  the  best  of  this  set. 
Very  large  and  free  flowering.  20  cents  each. 

MARMORATA.  The  flowers  are  very  large  and 
freely  produced.  White,  finely  striped  and 
dotted  purple.  One  of  the  very  best.  35  cents 
each. 


904  Sherbern  Ave.,  St.  Paul,  Minn., 

May  2,  1917. 

Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander,  “The  Dahlia  King,’’ 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

Dear  Friend : — I have  received  my  two  small 
orders  for  Dahlias  and  I thank  you  for  the  two 
extra  tubers.  Everything  is  perfection  from  labels 
on  each  variety  to  string  on  the  neat  and  care- 
fully packed  boxes. 

Sincerely,  JOHN  KONGSOIK. 


East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  J . K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


The  Colossal  Three. 


WATCHMAN.  Red,  striped  yellow.  20  cents 
each. 

Pompon  Dahlias 


The  Pompon  Dahlias  are  the  finest  for  cut 
flowers  ; they  bloom  more  freely  than  any  of  the 
other  classes.  The  flowers  are  small,  compact, 
and  full  to  the  center,  and  are  produced  upon 
long,  wiry  stems.  Extra  fine  for  bouquets.  I 
have  the  largest  and  finest  collection  of  any  firm 
in  America  and  have  won  more  first  prizes  on 
this  class  of  Dahlias  than  any  other  competitor 
ii^the  U.  S.  A. 

New  Pompon  Dahlias  for 
1919 


FANCY  DAHLIAS— Continued. 


STRIPED  BANNER.  Crimson,  tipped  white. 
Medium  sized  flowers.  15  cents  each. 

TRIOMPHE  DE  LORRAINE.  Superb  New 
French  Fancy  Dahlia.  Yellow,  beautifully 
striped  carmine ; very  showy  and  novel  in 
appearance.  75  cents  each. 

UNCERTAINTY.  A brilliant  combination  of 
very  light  shell  pink  and  scarlet.  No  two 
flowers  are  the  same.  15  cents  each. 


M.  AUGUSTA  LEMAIRE.  Pale  yellow, 
heavily  striped  maroon.  Very  odd.  Large. 
75  cents  each. 


MRS.  SAUNDERS.  Soft  yellow,  tipped 
white.  20  cents  each. 


POLLY  SANDALL.  A novel  combination  of 
bronze-yellow,  veined  and  blotched  pinkish 
white.  25  cents  each. 


PROF.  FAUCETT.  Sterling  New  Eng- 
lish Fancy  Dahlia.  One  of  the  finest 
of  this  season’s  introductions.  Lilac, 
beautifully  striped  chocolate ; flowers  of 
gigantic  size.  35  cents  each. 

REV.  J.  B.  McCAMM.  Deep  yellow,  striped  and 
flaked  light  red.  20  cents  each. 

SOUVENIR  DE  POESELA.  Ideal  New  Fancy 
Dahlia.  An  exceedingly  attractive  variety  of 
unusual  beauty.  Golden  yellow,  changing  to 
red.  75  cents  each. 


Six  Ideal  Pompon  Dahlias  for  $3.00,  prepaid. 

GLORIA.  Alexander.  In  this  little  gem  the 
coloring  is  absolutely  unique.  A beautiful 
wine-crimson,  blotched  pinkish  white.  Very 
free  flowering.  75  cents  each. 

GOLDEN  QUEEN.  Alexander.  The  most  per- 
fect yellow  Pompon  to  date.  50  cents  each. 


THREE  GIANT  FLOWERING  FRENCH  CO- 
LOSSAL DAHLIAS,  PREPAID  FOR  $1.00. 
No.  1 Le  Grand  Manitou 
No.  2 Yellow  Colosse 
No.  3 Madame  Marze 


LEADER.  Alexander’s  New  Pompon  Seedling. 

An  exceedingly  neat,  compact  flower  ; of  perfect 
form.  The  color  combination  is  remarkable — 
a clear,  lemon-yellow,  very  heavily  tipped  rosy- 
purple.  An  entirely  new  color.  One  of  the 
best  in  existence.  50  cents  each. 

LITTLE  DOROTHY.  Alexander.  White,  occa- 
sionally striped  and  blotched  reddish  orange. 
Exceptionally  free  flowering.  50  cents  each. 
PRIDE.  Alexander’s  New  Pompon  Seedling. 
Very  deep  crimson-scarlet.  A model  of  perfec- 
tion in  shape.  50  cents  each. 

SPY.  Alexander.  Undoubtedly  the  best  orange- 
scarlet  exhibition  variety  in  existence.  50  cents 
each. 


Upper  Gloucester,  Me.,  Oct.  13,  1918. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

Dear  Sir : — The  Peony  roots  came  all  right. 
Thank  you  for  the  extra  one.  The  Dahlia  bulbs  I 
got  of  you  in  the  spring  were  beautiful,  especially 
“Glory  of  Wilts,’’  and  “Progress,”  which  was 
sent  gratis.  Shall  send  an  order  in  the  spring. 
Respectfully,  MRS.  MARY  L.  BLAKE. 
Box  14,  Upper  Gloucester,  Me. 


General  List  of  Pompon 
Dahlias 

This  collection  of  select  Pompon  Dahlias,  15  cents 
each,  $1.50  per  dozen,  unless  otherwise  priced;  or 
I will  send  the  44  different  varieties  for  $9.00. 

ACHILLES.  Base  of  petals  flesh,  tipped  pink. 
25  cents  each. 

ALE  WINE.  Delicate  pink,  tinted  lilac.  Fine.  15 
cents  each. 

AMBER  QUEEN.  Rich,  clear  amber,  shaded  apri- 
cot. 15  cents  each. 

ARIEL.  Orange-buff.  15  cents  each. 

BELLE  OF  SPRINGFIELD.  The  smallest  Dahlia 
grown.  Perfect  miniature  flowers  of  bright 
brick  red.  A little  beauty.  25  cents  each. 
BOBBY.  Plum  color.  One  of  the  best.  15  cents 
each. 

BRICK  TOP.  The  finest  brick-red  Pompon.  Free 
flowering.  25  cents  each. 

BRUNETTE.  Crimson,  sporting  white.  15  cent* 
each. 


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J.  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


THIS  GRAND,  SUPERB  SET  OF  12  SHOW  AND  FANCY 
DAHLIAS,  $3.00,  PREPAID. 

This  is  the  best  set  of  large-flowering  Show  and  Fancy 
Dahlias  ever  offered  in  this  country,  for  the  money.  All 
prize  winners. 

No.  1 Primrose  Dame  No.  7 William  Neats 

No.  2 Merlin  No.  8 Gladiateur 

No.  3 White  Swan  No.  9 Lucy  Faucett 

No.  4 James  Vick  No.  10  Mme.  Mareau 

No.  5 Alice  Emily  No.  11  Stradella 

No.  6 Vivian.  No.  12  Norma 


POMPON  DAHLIAS— Continued. 

CATHERINE.  Bright  yellow.  15  cents  each. 

DARKEST  OF  ALL.  Nearly  black.  Best  dark 
Pompon  Dahlia.  15  cents  each. 

DARKNESS.  Dark  maroon.  15  cents  each. 

DARKSOME.  Alexander.  The  color  is  a deep 
wine-crimson,  almost  maroon.  Fine  form  with 
long,  graceful  stems.  75  cents  each. 

DONOVAN.  White  with  lavender  tips.  Very  fine. 
15  cents  each. 

ELFIN.  Beautiful  primrose-yellow.  15  cents  each. 

FAIRY  QUEEN.  Sulphur-yellow,  edged  pink.  15 
cents  each. 

FASCINATION.  Pink  and  lavender,  blotched 
white.  15  cents  each. 

GRAUSS  AM  WEIN.  Crushed  strawberry.  15 
cents  each. 

GUIDING  STAR.  White ; quilled  petals.  15  cents. 


H.  C.  WINTERS.  Pale  fawn.  15 
cents  each. 

HEDWIG  POLWIG.  A beautiful 
deep  red,  distinctly  tipped  white. 
15  cents  each. 

HENRIETTA.  Yellow,  tipped  crim- 
son. 15  cents  each. 

HILDA  SEARL.  Orange  - scarlet 
Fine.  15  cents  each. 

JEWELL.  Ideal  New  Pompon  Dah- 
lia. An  exquisite  bright  yellow, 
tipped,  striped  and  blotched  pure 
white.  50  cents  each. 

LA  PETITE  BARBARA.  White, 
nicked  petals.  15  cents  each. 
LITTLE  BELLE.  A clear,  rosy-pink 
throughout.  25  cents  each. 

LITTLE  BESSIE.  Creamy  white. 

Fine.  15  cents  each. 

LITTLE  FRED.  One  of  the  smallest 
Dahlias  grown  ; lively  rose-carmine. 
15  cents  each. 

LITTLE  MARION.  Alexander’s  Ideal 
New  Pompon  Seedling.  The  ground 
color  is  a soft  salmon-pink  with  a 
veining  of  crimson  through  eacn 
petal  and  effectively  tipped  with  a 
light  reddish  amber.  50  cents  each. 
LITTLE  MARY.  Dark  crimson.  A 
perfect  model  in  every  way.  35 
cents  each. 

MADELINE.  Pale  primrose,  edged 
with  rose-purple.  Very  free  flow- 
ering. 15  cents  each. 

MARLIENE.  A new  seedling  of  our 
introduction.  This  is  a grand  ad- 
dition to  the  Pompon  class ; dwarf 
branching  habit  with  fine  compact 
flowers  full  to  the  center.  The 
color  is  a deep  purple.  50  cents 
each. 

MAY  CLIFT.  Light  maroon.  15 
cents  each. 

PHOEBE.  Orange,  tipped  crimson. 
15  cents  each. 

PRINCE  CHARMING.  Cream,  very 
heavily  tipped  purple.  One  of  the 
best.  15  cents  each. 

RAPHAEL.  Very  dark  maroon  ; extra 
fine  form.  15  cents  each. 

RUY  BLAS.  Crimson  and  purple, 
tipped  with  white.  35  cents  each. 

SENSATION.  Soft  primrose-yellow. 

Extra  free  flowering.  25  cents  each. 
STAR  OF  THE  EAST.  Clear,  white, 
distinct.  15  cents  each. 
SUNBEAM.  Crimson -scarlet ; extra 
fine.  15  cents  each. 

SUNNY  DAYBREAK.  Pale  apricot, 
edged  rosy  red.  25  cents  each. 

VIRGINAL.  Pure  white;  neatly  quilled:  small. 
15  cents  each. 

VIRIDI  FLORA.  The  Green  Dahlia.  A very 
curious  and  remarkable  flower.  25  cents  each. 
VIVID  or  MARS.  Bright  scarlet.  Fine.  15  cents 
each. 

ZOE.  Base  of  petals  edged  clear  yellow,  tips 
white.  Sometimes  blossoms  come  all  yellow. 
15  cents  each. 


Recommended  Collection 

Gloria,  Leader,  Pride,  Amber  Queen,  and  Dark- 
some, prepaid  for 

$2.00 


East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  J.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater , Massachusetts 


Single  Dahlias 

These  have  become  extremely  popular, 
and  we  really  think  they  deserve  it,  for 
they  are  pleasing  and  most  graceful.  Ev- 
ery variety  is  very  free  flowering,  and 
beautiful  for  the  garden.  These  effective 
varieties  are  making  wonderful  progress 
among  the  flower-loving  public,  because 
they  have  grace,  simplicity,  and  beauty  to 
make  their  form  liked.  Their  flowers  ap- 
pear early  and  late  in  a miraculous  pro- 
fusion ; this  makes  an  ideal  garden  Dahlia. 
Their  colors  are  all  rich,  refined  and  deli- 
cate, and  as  a decorative  flower  for  the 
garden  or  home,  they  have  no  rival. 


New  Single  Dahlias  for 


1919 


One  Each  of  these  Five  Superb  Single 
Dahlias  prepaid  for  $2.00. 

BROOKLYN.  Alexander’s  Attractive  New 
Single  Dahlia.  These  sensational  flowers 
possess  a most  effective  coloring — pale 
lemon-yellow,  delicately  veined  and  over- 
laid a most  fascinating  crimson-red. 
The  beautiful  yellow  center  adds  an  exquisite  charm  to 
the  entire  plant.  50  cents  each. 

HIAWATHA.  Alexander’s  New  Giant  Single  Seedling. 

This  remarkable  new  variety  is  the  largest  of  my  new 
seedlings.  The  plant  is  tall,  sturdy,  of  pleasing  upright 
growth,  and  a gorgeous  dark,  velvety  maroon  in  color. 
One  of  the  most  satisfactory  Single  Dahlias.  50  cents 
each. 

SACHEM.  Alexander’s  New  Single  Seedling.  A beautiful 
orange-scarlet.  Flowers  of  large  size.  50  cents  each. 


Twentieth  Century — Single  Dahlia  (See  page  41). 


Little  Bessie — Pompon  Dahlia 

(See  page  38). 

MARGARET  PERKINS.  Pure  white  with 
about  one-half  of  each  petal  tipped 
with  bright  cerise-pink,  becoming  a 
clear  cerise-pink  late  in  the  season. 
Very  large  and  a fine  bloomer.  A high 
class  flower.  50  cents  each. 

SURPRISE.  New  Single  Dahlia.  A strik- 
ing and  sensational  flower.  The  color 
is  a brilliant  carmine  with  a lemon- 
chrome  ring  at  the  center,  the  whole 
being  striped  and  splashed  deep  ox- 
blood  red.  Flowers  of  large  size.  50 
cents  each. 


TWELVE  SUPERB  SHOW  DAHLIAS 
FOR  $2.00,  PREPAID. 

No.  1 Queen  Victoria 

No.  2 Mrs.  Dexter 

No.  3 Reliance 

No.  4 Dorothy  Peacock 

No.  5 Fascination 

No.  6 Imperial 

No.  7 Golden  Age 

No.  8 Robert  Broomfield 

No.  9 Robin  Adair 

No.  10  William  Neats 

No.  11  Rose 

No.  12  M.  Somers 


/.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


General  List  of  Single  Dahlias 


This  entire  collection  of  51 

ADVENTURE.  A most  pleasing  shade  of  pink- 
ish crimson,  striped  and  splashed  maroon.  20 
cents  each. 

AEROPLANE.  Up-to-date  Single  Dahlia.  One 

of  the  most  distinguished  of  this  collection,  Be- 
ing an  exceedingly  brilliant  crimson.  20  cents 
each. 

ALBA  SUPERBA.  Pure  white ; large  size  and 
fine  form.  25  cents  each. 

ALVA.  One  of  the  most  beautiful  of  the  striped 
varieties.  Yellow,  speckled  and  tipped  with 
pink.  15  cents  each. 

AMI  BARILLET.  The  maroon  or  purple  foliage 
Dahlia.  Color,  richest  garnet.  20  cents  each. 

ATTRACTION.  Brick-red  petals,  occasionally 
suffused  with  yellow.  Yellow  disc  in  center.  25 
cents  each. 

AUBRIGHT  BEAUTY.  A seedling  named  and 
originated  by  one  of  my  customers  and  through 
his  kindness  I have  the  pleasure  of  introducing 
it.  A pure,  waxy  white  variety.  35  cents  each. 

BEAUTY’S  MASK.  Alexander’s  Wonder- 
ful New  Giant  Single  Seedling.  This  new 
Dahlia  is  the  finest  of  our  Single  Seed- 
lings, producing  admirably  gigantic  speci- 
mens, measuring  5 inches  and  over  in 
diameter.  The  blossoms  are  perfect 
beauties — a wonderfully  rich,  clear  pur- 
ple. One  of  the  choicest  varieties  in 
existence.  75  cents  each. 

BLANCHE.  (See  illustration  on  page  7). 

The  flowers  are  large  and  very  attractive, 
being  a pale  yellow  at  the  base,  faintly 
tipped  pink  with  a cast  of  pure  white 
over  the  whole  flower,  making  it  one  of 
the  most  delicate  varieties  to  date.  20 
cents  each. 

CAPTIVATION.  Long,  narrow  petals  of 
rich  crimson-maroon.  Extra  good.  35 

cents  each. 

CARDINAL  CENTURY.  Rich  cardinal. 

One  of  the  best  in  form  and  color.  15 
cents  each. 

COQUETTE.  Deep  cerise-pink,  sometimes 
edged  deeper.  25  cents  each. 

DAUNTLESS.  Alternating  in  color  from 
silvery-pink  to  deep  rose  and  elegantly 
striped  crimson-maroon.  25  cents  each. 

DELICAT.ISSIMA.  White,  tinged  pink.  25 
cents  each. 

ECKFORD  CENTURY.  One  of  the  largest 
of  the  single  varieties.  Pure  white, 
streaked  and  dotted  purple-crimson.  50 
cents  each. 

ELINOR.  This  charming  new  seedling  is 
one  of  the  finest  Single  Dahlias  in  exist- 
ence and  is  destined  to  become,  by  virtue 
of  genuine  merit,  one  of  the  most  popu- 
lar. The  color  is  a delightful  yellow, 
heavily  tipped  a light  shade  of  crushed 
strawberry.  25  cents  each. 

ELITE.  A pure  white  with  long,  narrow 
petals.  A very  attractive  flower.  25 
cents  each. 

ELMWOOD.  An  unusually  fine  variety 
which  is  greatly  admired  by  all  who  like 
striped  Dahlias ; color,  a beautiful  pink- 
ish crimson,  striped,  splashed  and  blotch- 
ed mahogany.  20  cents  each. 

EMPRESS.  A lovely  shade  of  rose-pink ; 
large  and  beautiful.  25  cents  each. 

FEDORA.  Large.  Color,  bright  yellow, 
heavily  tipped  bright  red.  25  cents  each. 

FLORABUNDA.  Rich  rose-pink,  suffused 
cerise.  Extra  free  flowering  and  a fine 
cut  flower.  25  cents  each. 

G.  E.  VARNUM.  Deep  red,  tipped  lighter. 

15  cents  each. 


varieties  for  $11.00,  prepaid. 

FLORENCE  DARE.  Deep  rose-pink,  with  a pur- 
plish tinge,  striped  crimson.  A large  flower  with 
long,  rather  narrow  petals,  slightly  twisted.  35 
cents  each. 

GLADYS.  Clear,  soft  pink,  showing  no  lavender 
nor  purple  tints.  25  cents  each. 

GLOWING  GEM.  A splendid  flower  with  perfectly 
gorgeous  coloring,  being  rich,  deep  crimson.  25 
cents  each. 

GRACIE.  Delicate  blush-pink ; a fine  bloomer. 
25  cents  each. 

JENNIE  WREN.  White,  effectively  striped  and 
splashed  deep  purple.  20  cents  each. 

JOHN  COWAN.  Soft  crimson,  shaded  maroon. 
25  cents  each. 

LORD  GOFF.  A Single  Cactus  Danlia  of  the  most 
refined  form,  resembling  a butterfly  in  appear- 
ance. The  base  of  the  petals  are  delicate  cream, 
heavily  tipped  rose-pink.  Flowers  are  borne  on 
long,  graceful  stems,  well  above  the  foliage. 
15  cents  each. 


THIS  SET  OF  18  SUPERB  POMPON  DAHLIAS, 

PREPAID,  $3.00. 

No.  1 Pure  Love 

No.  10  Alewine 

No.  2 Darkness 

No.  11  Fairy  Queen 

No.  3 Gloria 

No.  12  Phoebe 

No.  4 Star  of  the  East 

No.  13  Fascination 

No.  5 Bobby 

No.  14  Gruss  am  Wein 

No.  6 Darkest  of  All 

No.  15  Snowflake 

No.  7 Sunbeam 

No.  16  Donovan 

No.  8 Little  Bessie 

No.  17  Little  Dorothy 

No.  9 H.  C.  Winters 

No.  18  Leader 

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East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  J . K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


SINGLE  DAHLIAS— Continued. 


THIS  GRAND,  SUPERB  SET  OF  12  POMPON 
DAHLIAS,  PREPAID,  $2.00. 


No.  1 Pride 

No.  2 Guiding  Star 

No.  3 Prince  Charming 

No.  4 Virginal 

No.  5 Golden  Queen 

No.  6 Raphael 


No.  7 Bobby 
No.  8 Alewine 
No.  9 Leader 
No.  10  Amber  Queen 
No.  11  Little  Fred 
No.  12  Sunbeam 


Augusta,  Me.,  Nov.  24,  1917. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

My  Dear  Mr.  Alexander: 

It’s  no  more  than  fair  that  I tell  you  how 
much  we  enjoyed  our  Dahlias  this  summer. 
I had  the  place  prepared  in  the  fall.  It  wa; 
about  18  feet  long,  beside  our  piazza.  They 
all  grew  very  stalky  and  were  from  5 to 
6 y2  feet  tall ; they  were  just  covered  with 
flowers  the  entire  season.  The  different 
types  and  colors  were  surprising  to  us  all 
as  well  as  to  our  friends  and  neighbors, 
and  for  the  amount  of  money  sent  you  they 
afforded  us  more  pleasure  than  any  such 
amount  ever  sent  to  any  firm  sending 
out  bulbs  before.  Next  year  I must  have 
some  more  beauties  so  send  me  a catalog 
as  early  as  possible. 

Thanking  you  for  every  courtesy  shown 
us  and  wishing  you  a most  prosperous  year, 
I remain.  Very  sincerely  yours, 

C.  E.  STURTEVANT. 


Westville  Station,  New  Haven, 

May  17,  1917. 

Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

Dear  Sir: — The  tubers  arrived  today  in 
good  condition  and  I wish  to  thank  you 
for  them,  also  for  the  extras  sent.  The 
“Cayeux”  family  I bought  of  you  last  year 
was  a great  acquisition — the  finest  I ever 
saw.  “Sweet  Briar”  was  the  most  beautiful 
pink  Cactus  I ever  grew. 

Thanking  you  again  and  wishing  you 
every  success  for  the  season,  I remain. 
Respectfully  yours, 

A.  P.  AUGUR. 


MAN  FRIDAY.  Deep  maroon.  15  cents  each. 

MILDRED.  One  of  the  most  charming  of  the 
Single  type.  The  color  is  a bright,  clear  yellow 
and  exceptionally  showy.  25  cents  each. 

MR.  FRANK.  I.  SHOREY.  The  coloring  is  most 
fascinating  and  delightful,  being  a beautiful 
waxy  white,  effectively  veined  and  shaded  deli- 
cate pinkish  lavender.  35  cents  each. 

NEWPORT  BEAUTY.  Gigantic  New  Single 
Dahlia.  The  extremely  good  habit  and  compact- 
ness of  growth  makes  this  variety  one  of  the 
most  valuable.  Each  individual  plant  makes  a 
solid  bush  of  foliage,  crowned  with  an  unlimited 
number  of  dazzling  crimson-pink  flowers.  35 
cents  each. 

NEWPORT  PRIDE.  A large,  clear  yellow.  25 
cents  each. 

NEWPORT  WINNER.  A large  crimson  flower  of 
the  best  size  and  form.  25  cents  each. 

PAINTED  BEAUTY.  Garnet,  striped  deep  ma- 
roon and  tipped  white.  A striking  flower.  25 

cents  each. 

PINK  BEAUTY.  Clear  lavender-pink ; a most 
beautiful  flower.  25  cents  each. 

PROSPERITY.  Light  center,  very  heavily  tipped 
rose-purple.  20  cents  each. 


ROSE  PINK  CENTURY.  A rose-pink  shade.  15 
cents  each. 


SADIE.  A pleasing  novelty  which  is  very  striking 
and  effective.  Color,  a beautiful  pink,  neatly 
striped  and  speckled  maroon.  20  cents  each. 


SENSATION.  Vermilion  red,  tipped  snow  white  ; 
distinct  and  striking.  A strong,  vigorous  grow- 
er and  profuse  bloomer.  25  cents  each. 


SIREN.  Crushed  strawberry,  crimson  and  yellow. 

A beauty.  25  cents  each. 

SNOWFLAKE.  A large  flower  of  the  purest 
white.  50  cents  each. 


SOUV.  DE  PARIS.  A giant  among  Single  Dah- 
lias. Pure  white  with  long  and  rather  narrow 
petals.  A superb  variety.  35  cents  each. 


ST.  GEORGE.  A very  free-flowering  variety  of 
clear  yellow.  25  cents  each. 

STRIPED  GEM.  Pinkish  purple,  striped  maroon. 
25  cents  each. 


THERIES.  White,  striped  and  splashed  violet. 
15  cents  each. 


THOMAS  BECKET.  Crimson  lake  with  bright 
yellow  ring  in  center.  15  cents  each. 
TWENTIETH  CENTURY.  (See  illustration  on 
page  39).  Purest  white  at  both  base  and  tips 
and  the  center  of  petals  is  a delicate 
blush  rose.  Very  large — 5 to  7 inches  in 
diameter.  15  cents  each. 


UTOPIAN.  The  finest  of  its  color  to  date 
— clear  purple.  25  cents  each. 

VICTORY.  A brilliant  wine-crimson  Sin- 
gle seedling  of  remarkable  qualities ; a 
champion  variety.  20  cents  each. 

VIOLETTE.  Lively  shade  of  crimson.  15 
cents  each. 


WILDFIRE  CENTURY.  Brilliant  flaming 
scarlet  with  orange-red  suffusion  at  base. 
Unique  and  pleasing  form.  20  cents 
each. 


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Collarette  Dahlias 


French  specialists  have  given  us  the  beautiful  improved 
Collarette  Dahlia,  an  entirely  new  type  of  Dahlia,  all  of  which 
have  wonderful  flowers  and  delightful 
color  combinations.  These  have  been 
shown  extensively  the  last  few  years  at 
the  European  Dahlia  Shows,  where  they 
met  with  great  favor,  and  we  feel  con- 
fident that  they  will  meet  with  the  same 
approval  here. 


The  flowers  are  single,  with  an  addi- 
tional row  of  short  petals  around  the 
disc,  which  form  a frill  or  collar,  usually 
of  a different  color  from  the  rest  of  the 
flower. 


This  remarkable  collection  of  21  Nov- 
elty Collarette  Dahlias,  prepaid  for  $7.00. 


ACHIEVEMENT,  or  JOHN  L.  LINDER. 

Alexander’s  Wonderful  New  Collarette 
Introduction.  This  phenomenal  cre- 
ation is  the  largest  Collarette  Dahlia 
in  existence — a perfect  wonder,  especi- 
ally distinguished  for  its  perfection  and 
unsurpassing  qualities.  The  flower  is 
a clear,  rich  velvety  maroon  ; collarette, 
a beautiful  snowy  white,  very  daintily 
overlaid  with  a delicate  shade  of  pinkish  crimson. 
The  remarkable  contrast  of  the  above  combination  of 
color,  together  with  its  ideal  form  and  profusion  of 
flowers,  secures  for  this  variety  a supreme  place 
in  the  Dahlia  world.  35  cents  each. 


AMI  CACHET.  New  French  Collarette  Dahlia. 

Orange-red,  yellow  collarette.  35  cents  each. 

AMI  NONIN.  Gigantic  New  French  Collarette  Dahlia. 
Dark  crimson-carmine  edged  with  lilac ; white  col- 
larette. 75  cents  each. 

COMTE  CHEREMETEFF.  Vermilion,  shading  to 
orange  at  tips.  The  collar  is  creamy  white.  25c  each. 


DIRECTEUR  RENE  GERARD.  Gigantic  New 
French  Collarette  Dahlia.  Beautiful  violet- 
purple,  shaded  and  tipped  white ; white  col- 
larette. Exceptionally  large  flowers  pro- 
duced in  great  profusion.  I recommend  this 
variety  very  highly.  25  cents  each. 


Maurice 

Rivoire 

Collarette 

Dahlia. 


Minos 


Reliable  Queen  Emma 

Collection  for  50  cents. 


EXPOSITION  DE  LYON.  Ideal  French  Col- 
larette Dahlia.  A very  gay  flower  of  bright 
garnet,  with  exceptionally  fine  yellow  tips ; 
white  collarette,  daintily  suffused  lavender 
and  overlaid  crimson.  One  of  the  showiest. 
25  cents  each. 

GALLIA.  New  French  Collarette  Dahlia.  Car- 
mine-red, edged  primrose ; sulphur-yellow 
collarette.  50  cents  each. 

HENRI  FARNHAM.  Yellow  blending  to  red; 
collarette  a delicate  yellow.  Large.  50 
cents  each. 

JUPITER.  New  Collarette  Dahlia.  Primrose- 
yellow,  suffused  crimson  ; sulphur-yellow  col- 
larette. 35  cents  each. 

LEUCHTFEUER.  Golden  yellow,  tinged 
orange-red,  with  sulhpur-yellow  collar.  Good 
upright  habit.  50  cents  each. 
MAURICE  RIVOIRE.  Wonderful  French 
Collarette  Dahlia.  (See  illustration 
above).  Of  sterling  quality.  The  flow- 
ers are  produced  in  great  profusion  on 
long,  graceful  stems,  well  above  the 
foliage.  The  flower  is  a gorgeous,  rich 
crimson  with  pure  white  collarette  of 
short,  well  formed  petals,  perfectly  ar- 
ranged around  the  rich  golden  yellow 
center.  One  of  the  finest  novelties.  25 
cents  each. 

MME.  E.  POIRIER.  Attractive  New  French 
Collarette  Dahlia.  An  ideal  Dahlia  that  ap- 
peals to  everyone.  This  variety  is  renowned 
for  its  excellent  qualities,  distinct  color,  per- 
fect form,  and  beautiful  appearance.  It 
possesses  a very  remarkable  coloring,  entirely 
new  in  the  Dahlia  world.  (The  nearest  ap- 
proach to  blue).  A beautiful,  deep  velvety 
purple,  suffused  lighter,  which  gives  a violet- 
blue  effect ; collarette  is  a waxy,  almost  glis- 
tening pure  white.  A very  satisfactory  vari- 
ety of  unusual  merit.  We  recommend  it 
very  highly.  35  cents  each. 


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METEOR.  New  Collarette  Dahlia.  Crimson-ma- 
roon, very  slightly  edged  old  gold  ; cream  white 
collarette.  Star-shaped.  35  cents  each. 

MME.  GYGAX.  Vermilion-red,  collar  yellow.  A 
very  showy  variety.  50  cents  each. 

NEGRO.  New  Collarette  Dahlia.  Very  dark 
maroon  ; white  collarette.  75  cents  each. 
ORPHEE.  Superb  New  Collarette  Dahlia.  Bright 
orange-red ; golden  orange  collarette.  50  cents 
each. 

PRESIDENT  VIGER.  French  Collarette  Dahlia. 

The  first  of  the  Collarette  type,  originated  in 
1905.  Reddish  carmine;  white  collarette.  25 

cents  each. 

QUEEN  BESS.  Orange-scarlet  with  yellow  mark- 
ings. Collar  yellow.  The  petals  are  numerous 


Longmont,  Colo.,  May  10,  1917. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

Dear  Sir: — The  Dahlia  bulbs  I ordered  from  you 
some  time  ago  arrived  yesterday  in  fine  condition. 

I wish  to  thank  you  for  the  fine  collection  you 
have  sent  me.  I believe  I now  have  the  best  col- 
lection in  the  State.  I will  endeavor  to  give  them 
good  care  and  report  to  you  later.  I have  them  all 
planted  now.  Respectfully, 

NELSON  W.  TALBOTT. 


and  inclined  to  curl  in  the  center.  35  cents 
each. 

SOUVENIR  DE  CHABANNE.  First-class  French 
Collarette  Dahlia.  A variety  of  great  merit, 
especially  distinguished  for  its  charming  coloring 
and  large  size.  Lemon-yellow  with  coral-red 
markings  ; collarette  petals  very  abundant,  lem- 
on-yellow, tipped  white.  This  was  one  of  the 
first  originated  and  still  ranks  among  the  best. 
25  cents  each. 

SOUVENIR  DE  R.  BERNARDEAU.  New  French 
Collarette  Dahlia.  Rose-carmine ; cream  collar- 
ette. 35  cents  each. 

SIGNORINA  ROSA  ESENGRINI.  New  French 
Collarette  Dahlia.  Lemon-yellow  marked  with 
orange-scarlet ; lemon-yellow  collarette.  35  cents 
each. 


71A  Orchard  St.,  Beachmont,  Mass., 

May  16,  1918. 

My  Dear  Mr.  Alexander: 

The  box  of  bulbs  arrived  this  morning.  They 
are  the  best  ones  I ever  received,  they  are  so  well 
sprouted.  Thank  you  for  the  Stradella,  which  I 
have  had  and  liked  other  seasons. 

I am  always  glad  to  recommend  your  bulbs,  they 
come  forth  so  beautifully.  I wish  I had  room 
for  more.  Yours  truly, 

E.  F.  TOLMAN. 


TWELVE  IDEAL  SINGLE  DAHLIAS,  PREPAID, 

$2.00. 

No.  1 Thomas  Becket 

No.  7 Elinor 

No.  2 Wildfire  Century 

No.  8 St.  George 

No.  3 Blanche 

No.  9 Sadie 

No.  4 Twentieth  Century 

No.  10  Jennie  Wren 

No.  5 Rose-pink  Century 

No.  11  Elmwood 

No.  6 Lord  Goff 

No.  12  Glowing  Gem 

Dahlias  Which  Are  Not 
Catalogued 

If  you  are  looking  for  varieties  that  are 
not  catalogued  it  will  pay  you  to  write  to 
me  before  ordering  elsewhere  as  I carry 
a large  list  of  uncatalogued  varieties,  my 
stock  being  insufficient  to  warrant  me  to 
catalogue  these  varieties. 


Special  Offers 

Customers  accepting  these  offers 
must  receive  them  without  the  guar- 
antee of  my  replacing  any  of  the 
stock  shipped  under  these  offers  as 
there  is  but  little,  if  any,  profit 
made  on  any  of  them.  The  stock 
shipped  in  these  offers  is  the  same 
as  in  our  regular  lists. 

To  anyone  sending  me  $1.00  and 
leaving  the  selection  to  me,  I will 
send  10  named  varieties,  to  contain 
some  of  all  classes,  no  two  alike, 
delivered  charges  prepaid  to  any 
part  of  the  United  States. 

To  anyone  sending  me  $2.00  and 
leaving  the  selection  to  me,  I will 
send  20  named  varieties,  to  contain 
some  of  all  classes,  no  two  alike, 
delivery  charges  prepaid  to  any  part 
of  the  United  States. 

To  anyone  sending  me  $3.00  and 
leaving  the  selection  to  me,  I will 
send  32  named  varieties,  to  contain 
some  of  all  classes,  no  two  alike, 
delivery  charges  prepaid  to  any  part 
of  the  United  States. 

To  anyone  sending  me  $5.00  and 
leaving  the  selection  to  me,  I will 
send  10  Show  and  Fancy,  10  Cactus, 
10  Decorative,  10  Pompons,  10 
Peony-flowered,  prepaid. 


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Partial  View  of  one  of  my  Gladiolus  Fields.  “'America”  in  Foreground. 


Gladioli 

The  new  Gladioli  are  without  an  equal  either  for  bedding  or  borders.  As  a cut  flower  they  are  far 
superior  to  any  other  summer  bloomer,  either  for  lasting  qualities  or  for  the  various  uses  for  which  they 
can  be  employed.  If  planted  by  the  last  of  May  they  will  bloom  by  the  first  to  the  middle  of  August,  if 
cared  for  properly. 

The  Way  to  Plant — Dig  the  row  or  bed  from  8 to  10  inches  deep,  then  spread  a liberal  amount  of  good 
fertilizer  in  the  bottom  of  the  row  or  bed,  then  rake  it  in  thoroughly  before  planting  your  bulbs  ; but  if 
stable  dressing  is  used  it  should  be  spaded  in  when  the  bed  is  first  dug  over.  I find  that  hen  dressing 
can  be  used,  giving  first-class  results,  if  applied  properly ; but  it  must  be  put  in  the  bottom  of  the 
drill  or  bed,  then  covered  with  fully  an  inch  of  soil  before  the  bulbs  are  planted.  The  bulbs  after  being 
planted  should  then  be  covered  from  4 to  6 inches  deep.  Just  as  soon  as  they  show  their  heads  through 
the  ground,  they  should  be  cultivated.  If  this  is  continued  once  a week  till  they  commence  to  flower, 
one  will  be  sure  of  first-class  results. 

Special  Offers 

Knowing  many  of  my  customers  are  not  familiar  with  the  different  named  varieties,  but  want  good, 
large  flowering  varieties,  regardless  of  the  name,  and  wishing  to  guarantee  satisfaction  and  give  them 
the  greatest  value  possible  for  their  money,  I make  these  Special  Offers,  all  of  which  I recommend.  The 
varieties  I am  to  use  in  these  offers  are  only  the  largest  and  best. 

RECOMMENDED  SPECIAL  OFFER:  For  Massing  and  Borders.  100  Gladioli:  25  America,  25  Augusta, 

25  Independence,  and  25  Metropolitan.  The  100  prepaid  for  $5.00.  100  each  of  the  four  varieties 

for  $15.00,  prepaid.  These  are  four  of  the  finest. 

RECOMMENDED  OFFER.  One  dozen  named  varieties,  12  different  colors,  varieties  that  are  large,  and 
that  I will  guarantee  to  give  satisfaction,  prepaid  to  any  part  of  North  America,  for  $1.00.  I make 
this  offer  to  insure  you  good  results,  and  in  the  selection  will  give  you  the  benefit  of  my  experience. 
TRIAL  COLLECTION.  Five  giant -flowering  Gladioli,  five  different  colors,  for  25  cents,  prepaid. 


New  and  Choice  Gladioli  for  1919 

This  remarkable  collection  of  7 Phenomenal  Gladioli  prepaid  for  $1.50.  This  collection  includes  the 
very  largest  and  best  of  all  Gladioli. 


DAWN.  (Tracy).  A most  beautiful  coral-pink. 
A long,  graceful  spike  of  magnificently  formed 
flowers  opens  up  at  almost  the  same  time.  The 
color  and  texture  of  this  variety  make  it  indis- 
pensable for  cutting.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  doz. 

GLOWING  GEM.  Alexander’s  New  Gladiolus. 
The  plants  are  of  strikingly  vigorous,  healthy 
growth,  producing  well  expanded  blossoms'  per- 
fectly arranged  upon  tall,  sturdy  spikes.  Color 
a beautiful,  glowing  scarlet.  The  most  promi- 
nent feature  of  this  variety  is  its  color,  which 
attracts  great  attention.  50  cts.  each ; $5.00  doz. 


LOVELINESS.  This  variety  produces  flowers  of 
great  daintiness  and  beauty,  as  the  name  im- 
plies. The  color  is  a clear  cream  tinted  sulfrano- 
pink— very  soft  and  delicate.  The  flowers  are 
large  and  well  placed  on  the  spike,  nearly  all 
being  open  at  the  same  time.  25  cents  each ; 
$2.50  per  dozen. 

MRS.  WATT.  In  coloring,  one  of  the  most  dis- 
tinct varieties  grown ; a glowing,  wine-crimson. 
One  of  the  choicest  newer  varieties  and  a nov- 
elty that  no  garden  should  be  without.  25  cents 
each;  $2.50  per  doz. 


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MRS.  W.  E.  FRYER.  Poppy-red  with  amber- 
white  throat,  and  a blotch  of  crimson.  A unique 
and  pleasing  shade,  excellent  for  cut-flowers  and 
charming  for  the  garden.  25  cents  each;  $2.50 
per  dozen. 

SCHWABEN  (Pfitzer).  Beautiful  New  Yellow 

Gladiolus.  Finest  of  German  importations.  This 
striking  new  Gladiolus  is  a pure  canary-yellow, 
shading  to  soft  sulphur-yellow  when  opening ; 
the  deep  golden-yellow  center  is  blotched  wilh 
brilliant  brownish-carmine.  Foliage  is  large  and 


vigorous,  of  a beautiful  dark  green,  which,  com- 
bined with  the  brilliant  sulphur-colored  flowers 
makes  it  very  effective  for  groups  and  beds.  The 
brownish-carmine  blotch  being  very  deeply  set 
in  the  throat  does  not  reduce  the  entire  effect, 
and  hardly  makes  any  appearance  unless  flower 
is  examined.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 

WAR  (Groff).  A Giant  Red  Gladiolus.  Largest  of 
all  Gladioli,  showing  from  4 to  6 open  flowers  at 
one  time.  Deep  blood  red,  shading  to  crimson. 
25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 


Standard  Gladioli 


I will  ship  this  collection  of  52  varieties  prepaid  for  $5.00. 

A Gladiolus  bed  displaying  one  color  is  most  effective ; the  Gladioli  are  ideal  for  massing,  and  add 
greatly  to  the  surroundings. 


AMERICA.  (Banning).  Universally  acknowl- 
edged ‘ King  of  Gladioli.”  Gigantic  flowers  of 
clear  lavender-pink.  5 cents  each ; 50  cents  per 
dozen;  $3.00  per  100. 

AEROPLANE.  The  color  is  a beautiful  clear,  deep 
pink  with  an  exquisite  pure  white  throat.  Indi- 
vidual flowers  are  very  large  and  massive,  being 
well  arranged,  and  many  open  at  a time.  35 
cents  each ; $3.50  per  dozen. 

ALICE  CAREY.  White,  with  small  purple  lines 
in  the  throat.  15  cents  each ; $1.50  per  dozen. 

AUGUSTA.  (Hallock).  Lovely  pure  white  with 
blue  anthers.  5 cents  each;  50  cents  per  dozen; 
$3.00  per  100. 

BARON  J.  HULOT.  (Lemoine).  The  finest  blue 
to  date.  A rich,  deep  color  of  indigo  blue.  10 
cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

BOSTON.  (Childs).  Flaming  orange-scarlet  with 
large  white  throat.  10  cents  each,  $1.00  per 
dozen. 

BRENCHLEYENSIS.  (Youell).  Vermilion-scar- 
let. Fine  variety.  5 cents  each ; 50  cents  per 
dozen. 

BRILLIANT.  (Childs).  Beautiful  orange-red 
with  carmine  and  white  throats.  10  cents  each; 
$1.00  per  dozen. 

CHICAGO  WHITE.  The  Early  Snow-white.  Ex- 
tra early  and  a fine  pure  white.  10  cents  each; 
$1.00  per  dozen. 

COLUMBIA.  Bright  scarlet,  freely  blotched  and 
penciled  with  blush-purple.  Throat  mottled.  10 
cents  each ; $1.00  per  dozen. 

CONTRAST.  (Banning).  Flowers  of  great  sub- 
stance and  beautiful  compact  spike  of  perfect 
form ; color,  intense  scarlet  with  a large,  dis- 
tinct, pure  white  throat,  which  is  neither  tinted 
nor  mottled.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 

CRACKER  JACK.  (Cowee).  Large  flowers  of 
velvety  dark  red,  throats  spotted  with  yellow  and 
dark  maroon ; a most  sensational  variety.  10 
cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

EMPRESS  OF  INDIA.  (Velthuys).  Gigantic  New 
Dark  Gladiolus.  The  very  finest  and  nearest  to 
black  of  any  Gladiolus.  A valuable  novelty,  and 
a variety  worthy  of  my  highest  recommendation  ; 
of  gigantic  size  and  beautiful  rich,  dark  ma- 
hogany-red color.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  doz- 
en; $8.00  per  100. 

EUREKA.  (Alexander).  One  of  the  most  showy 
Gladioli  ever  introduced  by  us.  It  is  a deep 
crimson  with  a clear  white  throat,  well  open ; 
the  spikes  are  good  size,  very  long ; very  strik- 
ing. 25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 

EUROPA.  (Pfitzer).  Sterling  Large  White  Glad- 
iolus. This  European  variety  has  attracted 
great  attention,  and  is  considered  by  many  ex- 
perts to  be  the  best  pure  white  to  date,  having 
the  finest  spikes,  the  best  individual  flowers, 
and  being  the  purest  in  its  snowy  whiteness. 
20  cents  each ; $2.00  per  dozen. 

FAUST.  A large,  velvety,  carmine-red.  A very 
rich  color  and  a long  spike.  10  cents  each;  $1.00 
per  dozen. 


FLORIDA.  Dark  crimson.  Very  early  to  flower. 
5 cents  each ; 50  cents  per  dozen. 

GOLDEN  KING.  (Black  & Co.)  ‘‘Golden  King” 
resembles  its  parent,  “Golden  Queen,”  very  much 
in  color,  but  is  much  larger  in  size  and  habit  of 
growth.  The  color  is  a bright,  glistening,  gold- 
en yellow  with  a charming  vivid  crimson  blotch 
in  throat.  “Golden  King”  is  considered  the 
finest  blotched  yellow  of  American  origin.  20 
cents  each;  $2.00  per  dozen. 

GOLDEN  QUEEN.  (Christy).  An  exquisite 
bright  golden-yellow  with  a prominent  rich  car- 
mine blotch  in  the  throat ; very  strong  spike  of 
perfect  form.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

HALLEY.  (De  Ruyter).  Delightful  salmon-rose 
with  beautiful  creamy  blotch.  Very  large.  5 
cents  each ; 50  cents  per  dozen. 

HARVARD.  (Tracy).  The  color  is  bright  solfer- 
ino  with  white  throat,  bordered  with  a deeper 
color.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

HOLLINDIA.  A charming  shade  of  salmon,  tinted 
yellow.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

IDA.  (Groff).  The  flower  spike  is  large:  the 
flowers  are  pure  white,  daintily  overlaid  and 
veined  a delicate  pinkish  lavender ; the  stamens 
are  purple  and  the  stigmas  pale  carmine.  A 
remarkable  variety  of  excellent  habit.  20  cents 
each;  $2.00  per  dozen. 

INDEPENDENCE.  (Woodruff).  Rich,  clear,  deep 
pink,  with  tor oat  markings  of  dark  red.  A very 
tall  and  strong  grower,  of  great  substance.  One 
of  the  best  for  cutting.  5 cts.  each ; 50  cts.  doz. 

JESSIE.  Fine  velvety  red,  wdth  a long  spike  of 
flowers.  5 cents  each ; 50  cents  per  dozen. 

KING  HUMBERT.  The  magnificent  flowers  are  a 
very  showy,  brilliant  scarlet  with  a pure  white 
stripe  through  the  center  of  each  petal.  35  cents 
each;  $3.50  per  dozen. 

KLONDYKE.  (Christy).  Strong,  vigorous  plant, 
blooming  early ; flowers  round,  well  opened,  of 
clear  primrose-yellow,  with  blotches  of  vivid 
crimson-maroon  on  the  three  lower  petals.  5 
cents  each ; 50  cents  per  dozen. 

KUNDERDI  “GLORY.”  The  Famous  Ruffled  Glad- 
iolus. (Originated  by  A.  E.  Kunderd).  Each 
lower  petal  is  exquisitely  ruffled  and  fluted. 
Massive,  beautiful  flowers  which  are  well  ex- 
panded ; color,  delicate  cream-pink  with  an  effect- 
ive crimson  stripe  through  the  center  of  each 
lower  petal.  5 cents  each;  50  cents  per  dozen. 

LIBERTY.  (Tracy).  A bright  red  with  strikingly 
marked  primrose  throat.  Large,  well  expanded 
flowers.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

LILY  LEHMAN.  (Alkemade).  New  Holland 
Gladiolus.  An  imported  variety  of  great  prom- 
ise. Delicate  cream,  very  slightly  tinted  pink. 
A delightful  white ; very  waxy  and  lily-like. 
Flowers  of  large  size  and  slightly  ruffled  on  the 
edges.  The  blossoms  are  not  set  close  on  the 
spike  like  the  “America-type,”  but  grow  on 
longer  stems  like  lilies.  The  effect  of  a vase  of 
them  is  very  beautiful,  with  a graceful  airiness 
very  different  from  the  ordinary  sorts.  10  cents 
each;  $1.00  per  dozen;  $8.00  per  100. 


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Six  Superb  Gladioli 

THE  MARVELOUS  SIX  FOR  40  CENTS,  PREPAID. 
No.  1 Cracker  Jack,  No.  4 Augusta.  White. 

Crimson  No.  5 Blue  Jay.  Blue. 

No.  2 Klondyke.  Yellow.  No.  6 America.  Lavender- 
No.  3 Mrs.  Francis  King.  pink. 

Scarlet. 

Name  Price  per  doz, 

America  $0.50 

Augusta  50 

Blue  Jay  1.00 

Cracker  Jack  1.00 

Klondyke  50 

Mrs.  Francis  King 50 


25 

$1.00 

1.00 

2.00 

1.75 

1.00 

1.00 


100 

$3.00 

3.00 

8.00 
6.00 
3.00 
2.50 


1,000 

$25.00 

20.00 

50.00 

35.00 

25.00 

20.00 


MAY.  (Crawford).  A lovely,  pure  white  flower, 
finely  flaked  with  rose-carmine.  5 cents  each ; 
50  cents  per  dozen. 

MEADOWVALE.  (Cowee).  One  of  the  purest  of 
whites,  without  a shade  of  color  except  in  the 
throat,  where  there  is  a touch  of  vivid  crimson  ; 
the  three  lower  petals  have  slight  center  mark- 
ings of  clear  crimson  pink.  5 cents  each ; 50 
cents  per  dozen. 

METROPOLITAN.  (Groff).  The  gem  of  this  col- 
lection. The  flowers  are  of  the  largest  size, 
being  well  expanded.  The  color  combination  is 
most  fascinating  ; the  flowers  are  of  light  crim- 
son scarlet  with  a beautiful  deep  cherry  throat, 
edged  salmon-pink,  the  whole  being  delightfully 
striped  rich  crimson.  5 cents  each ; 50  cents 
per  dozen. 


MELROSE.  (Childs).  Beautiful  white, 
flaked  pink.  Bright  crimson  throat.  50 
cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen. 

MRS.  E.  M.  SMITH.  Alexander’s  New 
Gladioilus  Seedling.  A very  attractive 
new  variety  of  great  substance.  Deep 
pink  with  bright  cherry  throat ; two  lower 
petals  edged  primrose-yellow.  Plant  vig- 
orous ; spike  straight  and  strong.  5 cents 
each ; 50  cents  per  dozen. 

MRS.  FRANCIS  KING.  (Coblentz).  A 
pleasing  shade  of  light  scarlet.  Flowers 
are  large  and  well  arranged  on  a strong 
spike,  there  being  four  to  six  open  at  one 
time.  One  of  the  best  in  existence.  5 
cents  each;  50  cents  per  dozen;  $2.50 
per  100. 

MRS.  FRANK  PENDLETON,  JR.,  (Kun- 

derd).  Awarded  First-class  Certificate  of 
Merit  by  the  Massachusetts  Horticultural 
Society,  Boston.  This  new  variety  is  the 
result  of  crossing  the  best  of  the  largest 
flowered  types,  and  is  now  a type  of  its 
own.  The  color  is  the  most  exquisite  sal- 
mon-pink, with  a very  conspicuous  blood- 
red  blotch  in  the  throat  on  the  lower 
petals.  15  cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 

NAZINSCOTT.  (Childs).  Bright  blood- 
scarlet  with  deep,  velvety  crimson-black 
blotches  and  white  mottlings  in  throats. 

10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

NIAGARA.  (Banning).  A wonderful  new 
Gladiolus  of  sterling  quality.  In  color 
the  flowers'  are  a delightful  cream  shade, 
with  the  two  lower  petals  daintily  marked 
canary-yellow.  The  throat  is  attractive- 
ly splashed  with  rich  carmine.  The  sta- 
mens are  purple,  and  the  stigmas  pale 
carmine.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen; 
$8.00  per  100. 

NOVELTY.  (Groff).  An  exceedingly  odd 
variety  of  beautiful  light  salmon  color 
with  orange-yellow  throat,  the  whole  be- 
ing dotted  and  mottled  with  crimson.  5 
cents  each;  50  cents  per  dozen. 

PACTOLE.  (Lemoine).  Bright  canary- 
yellow  ; maroon  blotch  on  lower  petals. 
20  cents  each;  $2.00  per  dozen. 

PANAMA.  (Banning).  A wonderful  new 
Seedling  from  “America,”  which  it  re- 
sembles, but  is  a deeper  pink.  Flowers 
very  large  and  spike  long.  10  cents  each; 
$1.00  per  dozen ; $8.00  per  100. 

PEACE.  (Groff).  Wonderful  White  Glad- 
iolus. Gigantic  flowers  are  borne  on  a 
magnificent  tall  spike ; the  entire  plant 
shows  a vigorous,  healthy  constitution. 
The  wide  open  flowers  are  of  a glistening 
white,  with  an  attractive  narrow  stripe 
of  purplish  carmine  through  the  center 
of  each  lower  petal.  This  extra  throat 
marking  is  not  a detriment  to  its  beauty  but 
adds  to  its  attractiveness.  The  noblest  white 
Gladiolus.  15  cents  each ; $1.50  per  dozen. 
PINK  BEAUTY.  (Speelman).  Deep  pink  with 
small  dark  blotch.  5 cents  each ; dozen  50  cents. 
PRESIDENT  TAFT.  (Stewart).  An  exquisite 
variety  of  delicate  salmon-pink,  shaded  darker 
at  edge  with  deep  crimson  blotch  in  throat  and 
an  attractive  white  line  through  each  petal.  A 
grand  variety  which  evokes  words  of  praise 
wherever  exhibited.  The  spikes  and  flowers  are 
of  largest  size.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 
PRINCEPS.  (Dr.  Van  Fleet).  The  Amaryllis- 
flowered  Gladiolus.  Color,  rich  crimson  with  in- 
tense shadings  in  the  throat  and  broad  white 
blotches  across  the  lower  petals.  10  cents  each; 
$1.00  per  dozen. 


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PRIMULINUS  HYBRIDS.  These  hybrids,  pro- 
duced by  crossing  the  species  Prymulinus  with 
the  Candavensis  type,  are  extremely  dainty  and 
graceful  in  form.  The  upper  petal  droops,  form- 
ing a “hood.”  The  colors  range  from  primrose 
yellow  to  a beautiful  rose.  15  cents  each  ; $1.50 
per  dozen. 

SCARSDALE.  (Cowee).  A grand  Gladiolus  with 
large  lavender-colored  flowers,  shaded  beautiful 
dark  rose : extra  large  spikes  growing  very  erect. 
10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 

STERLING,  MINNESOTA,  or  LAFAYETTE. 
(Groff).  A beautiful  delicate  pale  yellow  with 
rich  cherry  throat.  One  of  our  finest  of  this 
season’s  seedlings  and  nearest  in  color  to  the 
New  Ruffled  Gladiolus,  “Kunderdi  Glory.”  A 
perfect  beauty.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen; 
$8.00  per  100. 


SULPHUR  QUEEN.  A remarkably  clear  sul- 
phur-yellow. 10  cents  each ; $1.00  per  dozen. 
THE  KING.  (Groff).  A beautiful,  rich,  deep 
purple  with  an  ideal  chrome  yellow  throat,  the 
lower  petals  veined  white.  The  flowers  are  from 

4 to  6 inches  in  diameter,  borne  on  long  spikes. 
Very  large  and  showy.  10  cents  each;  $1.00 
per  dozen. 

WILD  ROSE.  (Childs).  Bright  rose;  extra  large 
flower,  exceedingly  delicate.  20  cents  each ; 
$2.00  per  dozen. 

WOODROW.  A very  exquisite  and  attractive  va- 
riety. Scarlet  flower  with  deep  yellow  throat. 

5 cents  each ; 50  cents  per  dozen. 

WM.  FALCONER.  A long  spike  and  flowers  of 
large  size.  Beautiful,  clear  light  pink.  15  cents 
each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 


My  Special  Gladiolus  Mixtures 

Some  of  the  very  best  strains  ever  offered  ; also  some  of  the  best  and  grandest  named  varieties  intro- 
duced in  this  country. 


Alexander’s  Special  Select 
Mixture 

This  strain  comprises  a large  range  of  some  of 
the  very  best  colors  and  varieties  ever  offered  at 
these  prices,  consisting  principally  of  the  best 
white,  yellow  and  pink  shades. 

First  size:  50  cents  per  dozen,  prepaid,  or  $4.00 
per  100,  prepaid. 


Alexander’s  Select  Mixture 

This  strain  comprises  a large  range  of  colors, 
flowering  red  and  dark  shades. 

First  size:  50  cents  per  dozen,  prepaid,  or  $4.00 
per  100,  prepaid;  $25.00  per  1,000,  express  collect. 


My  Special  Mixture  of  Groffs 

This  strain  comprises  a large  range  of  colors, 
some  of  the  best  Groffs  grown,  consisting  of  many 
red,  crimson,  and  darker  shades. 

First  size:  50  cents  per  dozen,  prepaid;  $3.50 

per  100,  prepaid,  or  $30.00  per  1,000,  prepaid. 

My  Special  Select  Mixture  of 

Best  Blue,  Violet,  Lavender 
and  Smoky  Shades 

These  are  new  and  rare  colors.  $1.00  per  dozen, 
prepaid,  or  $7.00  per  100,  prepaid. 


My  Grand  Mixture 

This  strain  comprises  a large  range  of  colors ; 
some  of  the  older  types,  together  with  a large 
number  of  new  varieties,  making  it  perfectly  sat- 
isfactory and  by  far  the  best  obtainable  for  the 
prices. 

First  size:  50  cents  per  dozen,  prepaid;  $3.00 

per  100,  prepaid;  $25.00  per  1,000,  prepaid. 


Gift  Boxes 

For  the  purpose  of  stimulating  a greater  inter- 
est in  the  Gladiolus,  and  believing  many  would  be 
glad  to  send  a few  bulbs  to  a friend,  we  select  and 
pack  in  neat  boxes  15  bulbs  of  choice  varieties, 
consisting  of  blues,  yellows,  light  and  dark  pink, 
reds,  white,  and  crimson,  all  for  $1.00,  prepaid. 

Also  boxes  containing  one  dozen  good  assorted 
Gladiolus  for  60  cents,  prepaid.  These  are  all 
good,  flowering  bulbs. 

Your  card  can  be  enclosed  if  desired. 


Zephyranthes 

Zephyr  Flower,  or  Fairy  Lily 

Beautiful  dwarf,  bulbous  plant,  very  effective 
for  masses  or  borders,  flowering  with  great  pro- 
fusion during  the  summer.  They  are  also  suitable 
for  pot  culture.  Six  bulbs  clustered  in  a 6-inch 
pot  in  the  autumn  will  give  a fine  display  during 
the  winter — 8 inches  high. 

ZEPHYRANTHES.  Crimson-scarlet,  beautiful 
Amaryllis-like  flowers,  very  effective.  10  cents 
each;  $1.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 


Habana,  Cuba,  Agosto,  29  de  1917. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater  Mass.,  U.  S.  A. 

My  Dear  Sir: — My  shipment  of  Dahlia  tubers 
arrived  in  excellent  condition,  due,  no  doubt,  to 
the  moss  in  which  they  were  packed  so  carefully. 

I shall  try  to  get  more  next  year. 

Thanking  you  for  your  care  taken  in  packing 
the  shipment,  I am  Yours  truly. 

C.  W.  MIRILLO. 


U.  S.  Department  of  Agriculture 
Weather  Bureau, 

Sandy  Hook,  N.  J.,  May  1,  1916. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

Dear  Sir: — I beg  to  acknowledge  receipt  of  the 
bulbs  ordered  in  my  letter  of  April  17th,  and  the 
voucher  covering  payment  for  same  has  this  day 
been  forwarded  to  the  Disbursing  Officer,  Washing- 
ton, D.  C. 

I desire  to  thank  you  for  the  additional  Dahlias 
included  in  the  shipment,  and  as  you  say,  they  will 
more  than  cover  the  express  charges.  Shall  be 
glad  to  let  you  know  what  success  we  have. 

Very  truly  yours, 

(Signed)  G.  S.  LINDGREN. 

Local  Forecaster  in  Charge. 


Baldwinville,  Mass.,  June  10,  1918. 

J.  K.  Alexander, 

Dear  Sir : — Your  letter  received  and  also  your 
box  of  bulbs,  and  will  say  that  I wish  to  thank 
you  many  times  for  the  bulbs  sent.  I thought  by 
writing  to  you  that  you  might  tell  me  what  my 
trouble  was,  but  as  it  was  not  at  all  your  fault  I 
can  assure  you  that  I appreciate  your  kindness. 

I set  them  out  Saturday  night  and  can  assure 
you  that  they  will  have  the  best  of  care. 

Thanking  you  again  for  the  bulbs  and  assuring 
you  that  should  I wish  any  more  that  I shall  know 
where  to  send  and  receive  a square  deal,  I remain. 
Yours  truly, 

9 Cottage  Street.  CHARLES  P.  KING. 


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Border  Planting  of  Liberty  Iris. 


Liberty  Iris,  or  Fleur  de  Lis 


Familiar  and  well-beloved  flowers  of  spring.  The  purity  of  their  beauty  and  their  haunting  fragrance 
are  decidedly  refreshing.  The  winsome,  modest  beauty  of  some,  forming  a striking  contrast  to  their 
more  glorious  sisters  arrayed  in  a sheen  of  iridescent  splendor.  They  fairly  outrival  the  Orchid  in  the 
wide  range  of  coloring,  which  includes  yellows,  from  light  canary  to  deep  golden  ; blues  from  soft  laven- 
der to  intense  purples ; reds,  from  pinkish  mauve  to  claret  and  maroon ; beautiful  bronzes,  and  pure 

whites  ; and  some  varieties  are 
marked  and  margined  with 
other  colors  in  exquisite  har- 
mony. 

The  Iris  succeeds  in  partial 
shade,  but  gives  the  most  sat- 
isfactory results  in  a dry, 
sunny  location.  They  are  per- 
fectly hardy  and  require  only 
ordinary  cultivation ; growing 
luxuriantly.  They  should  be 
planted  early  in  the  spring : 
March,  April,  and  May ; or  in 
the  fall  during  August,  Sep- 
tember, and  October.  Plant 
the  bud  or  crown  about  two 
inches  below  the  surface. 

In  this  description,  Stand- 
ards signify  the  three  stand- 
ards (erect,  or  upright  curling 
petals)  ; Falls — the  three  falls, 
or  drooping  petals. 

My  collection  of  Liberty  Iris 
consists  of  the  very  newest  and 
choicest  up-to-date  novelties 
and  the  finest  standard  varie- 
ties. 

New  Irises  for 
1919 

The  Goos  Koenemann  impor- 
tations are  the  largest  and 
finest  varieties  to  date,  pos- 
sessing the  newest  and  rarest 
colors.  This  collection  of  Four 
Superb  New  Irises  for  $2.00, 
prepaid  to  any  part  of  North 
America. 

HELGE.  Superb  New  Iris. 

Standards  and  Falls,  lemon- 
yellow  with  pearly  shadings. 
This  variety  is  unsurpassed 
in  every  respect.  50  cents 
each. 

LOHENGRIN.  Standards  and 
Falls  of  cattleya-rose ; very 
large  and  fine.  75  cents  each. 


Iris — Elizabeth. 


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NEW  IRISES  FOR  1919 — Continued. 

PRINCESS  VICTORIA  LOUISE.  Rare  New  Iris. 

Standards,  beautiful  sulphur-yellow ; Falls,  rich 
plum,  bordered  cream.  One  of  the  choicest. 

75  cents  each. 

WALHALLA.  Magnificent  New  Iris.  One  of  the 

finest  of  the  new  varieties.  Standards,  laven- 
der ; Falls,  wine-crimson.  Large,  finely  formed 
flowers.  50  cents  each. 


Variegata  Section 

The  Standards  in  this  section  are  of  various 
shades  of  yellow. 

HONORABILIS.  The  most  popular  of  all  Iris. 
Similar  to  Sans  Souci.  Standards,  beautiful  gold- 
en yellow ; Falls,  rich  mahogany-brown.  Very 
effective.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen. 
MARGOLIN.  Standards,  light,  clear  yellow  ; Falls 
yellow,  interlaced  with  magenta.  15  cents  each ; 
$1.50  per  dozen. 

MONHASSAN.  Exquisite.  Standards,  golden  yel- 
low ; Falls  white  and  yellow,  effectively  veined 
and  mottled  brown.  A perfect  beauty  of  special 
merit.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 

SANS  SOUCI,  Syn.  REBECCA.  Fine  for  massing 
and  for  border  effect.  Standards,  canary  ; base 
reticulated  dove  color.  Falls,  yellow,  charming- 
ly veined  and  interlaced  with  brown,  fading  to 
light  maroon.  Very  popular.  15  cents  each; 
$1.50  per  dozen. 


Pallida  Section 

The  Pallida  varieties  are  tall,  strong  growers, 
with  exceedingly  wide  foliage,  and  highly  orna- 
mental. The  flowers  are  the  largest  of  any  of  the 
Liberty  type,  and  are  very  fragrant — as  fragrant 
as  orange  blossoms.  The  most  handsome  shades  of 
blue,  lavender,  and  purple. 

ELIZABETH.  Standards,  pale  lavender,  darker 
in  center  ; Falls,  mauve,  melting  into  pale  blue. 
A very  large,  attractive  flower.  25  cents  each ; 
$2.50  per  dozen. 

GLORI  d’HILLEGON.  One  of  the  finest  to  date. 
Standards  and  Falls,  pure  porcelain-blue ; ex- 
quisite. 50  cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen. 
HERANT.  Standards,  beautiful  lavender-blue ; 
Falls,  blue.  Very  large  and  tall.  25  cents  each; 
$2.50  per  dozen. 

HER  MAJESTY.  (New).  Very  attractive  on 
account  of  its  rich  and  unusual  color.  Stand- 
ards, heliotrope  of  tissue-like  delicacy ; inner 
petals  straw  and  lavender ; Falls,  light  mauve, 
traced  with  white.  A very  fine,  rich  flower. 
35  cents  each ; $3.50  per  dozen. 

KHEDIVE.  A beautiful  soft  lavender,  with  dis- 
tinct orange  beard.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per 
dozen. 

PALLIDA  SPECIOSA,  Syn.  TURKEY  FLAG. 

Standards,  dark  lavender,  shaded  lighter ; Falls, 
shaded  light  purple.  25  cents  each. 


Amoena  Section 

In  this  section  the  Standards  are  white.  The 
Falls  of  various  colors  are  described. 

COMPTE  de  ST.  CLAIR.  Deep  violet  with  white 
margin.  25  cents  each ; $2.50  per  dozen. 
EUGENE  SUE.  A very  choice  variety.  Stand- 
ards, white;  inner  petals,  white;  Falls,  violet, 
edged  white,  charmingly  veined.  20  cents  each; 
$2.00  per  dozen. 

MRS.  H.  S.  DARWIN.  (New).  Pure  white;  Falls 
slightly  reticulated  violet  at  base.  25  cents 
each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 


Plainfield,  N.  J.,  May  19,  1917. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

Dear  Sir: — I ^'ust  received  the  Dahlia  bulbs  in 
fine  order.  Many  thanks  for  the  extras. 
Respectfully, 

MRS.  D.  T.  CLAWSON. 


Iris — Pallida  Speciosa. 


/.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater , Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens 


COLLECTION  OF  6 WINSOME  LIBERTY  IRISES, 

PREPAID,  FOR  $1.00. 

No. 

1 

FLAVESCENS,  soft  yeUow. 

No. 

2 

HONORABILIS,  yellow  and  brown. 

No. 

3 

ELIZABETH,  beautiful  lavender-blue. 

No. 

4 

PANCHURIA,  smoky  shade  and  violet-red. 

No. 

5 

MME.  CHEREAU,  lavender  and  white. 

No. 

6 

QUEEN  OF  THE  GYPSIES,  smoky  shade. 

Neglecta  Section 

The  Standards  in  this  section  range 
from  lavender  to  purple. 

BROOKLYN,  Syn.  CHALCEDONIA, 

JOHAN  d’WORTH.  A very  re- 
liable standard  variety  of  me- 
dium height.  Standards  light 
mauve;  Falls,  purple,  heavily 
veined.  A prolific  bloomer.  15 
cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 

SANBUCIANA  BEETHOVEN, 

Syn.  MISS  BROUGH.  Flowers 
of  exquisite  beauty.  Standards, 
lilac,  finely  reticulated ; inner 
petals,  light  yellow ; Falls,  rosy 
purple  with  orange  crest.  Very 
striking.  25  cents  each;  $2.50 
per  dozen. 

Plicata  Section 

Syn.  Aphylla 

Flowers  have  beautifully  colored, 
frill-like  margin  on  white  ground. 

FAIRY.  Properly  named.  A sweet, 
dainty  flower.  Standards,  pure 
white,  delicately  bordered  and  suf- 
fused soft  blue ; inner  petals,  white 
and  lavender ; Falls,  white,  charm- 
ingly veined.  Very  fragrant.  35 
cents  each ; $3.50  per  dozen. 

MADAME  CHEREAU.  The  pride  of 
the  Liberty  Iris ; a tall,  stately, 
queenly  flower.  A majestic  speci- 
men of  entrancing  beauty.  Stand- 
ards, white,  edged  and  fringed 
mauve,  interspersed  with  lilac ; 
inner  petals,  white ; Falls,  white, 
edged  the  same  as  the  Standards. 

15  cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 

Squalens  Section 

The  Standards  are  of  clouded  shades 
of  copper,  bronze  and  fawn. 

JACEQUESIANA,  Syn.  CAROLINE 
de  SANSEL,  and  CONSCIENCE. 

Standards,  bright,  coppery  crimson  ; 

Falls,  rich  maroon.  75  cents  each. 

MARMORA.  Standards,  sulphur  and 
fawn ; Falls,  crimson-purple,  mar- 
gined lavender.  20  cents  each. 

PANCHUREA.  Standards,  a light, 
smoky  shade ; Falls,  dull  violet-red. 

25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 

QUEEN  OF  THE  GYPSIES.  Perfectly 
marvelous  blending  of  colors. 

Standards,  smoky  or  dusky  light 
bronze ; Falls,  purplish-red.  An  en- 
tirely new  color;  one  of  the  finest 
to  date.  25  cts.  each;  $2.50  per  doz. 
SHAKESPEARE.  Standards,  bronze- 
yellow  ; Falls,  maroon,  reticulated 
yellow.  One  of  the  choicest.  35 
cents  each;  $3.50  per  dozen. 

ELEGANS,  Syn.  VIDONNE,  and  LA 
MARTTNE.  A very  winsome  flower. 

Standards,  nearly  white,  dashed 
and  splashed  with  violet.  These 
markings  are  striking  and  unusual. 

Inner  petals  light  lavender.  Falls 
violet,  veined  with  white.  75  cents. 

Tall  Bearded  Irises 

FLAVESCENS.  Standards  and  Falls,  a delicate 
shade  of  soft  yellow.  Very  fragrant ; fine  for 
massing.  15  cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 
FLORENTINA  ALBA,  Syn.  SILVER  KING.  The 
finest  white  variety.  Standards  and  Falls,  porce- 
lain, changing  to  pure  white.  -Large,  and  very 
fragrant.  15  cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 
NYMPH.  A champion  variety  that  possesses  a 
most  charming  individuality.  Standards,  pale 


lavender,  shaded  darker ; inner  petals  light  lilac 
and  yellow ; Falls,  purple,  reticulated  white.  15 
cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 

Siberian  Iris 

SIBERICA.  (Siberian  Blue).  Rich  blue  flowers 
of  exquisite  beauty.  15  cts.  each;  $1.50  per  doz. 

SIBERICA  ALBA.  (Siberian  White).  A beauti- 
ful white  flower.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen. 

SIBERICA  AUREA.  (Siberian  Yellow).  An  ex- 
quisite yellow  variety.  25  cts.  each ; $2.50  per  doz. 


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This  is  a Partial  View  of  Field  of  Peony-flowered  Dahlias. 


Stradella,  Show  Dahlia,  20c  each.  Description  on  page  36. 


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Hedge  of  Berberis  Thunbergii. 


Hedge  Plants  — Shipped  by  Express,  Collect 

The  hedge  is  a valuable  adjunct  in  embellishing  the  home  grounds.  It  lends  an  air  of  in  dividual  ilty 
and  refinement.  Below  we  list  the  most  popular  varieties  in  present  use. 


BERBERIS  THUNBERGII 

Where  a low,  dwarf,  deciduous  hedge  is  wanted, 
nothing  equals  this  beautiful  Barberry.  It  is  of 
spreading  habit,  growing  extremely  thick  right 
from  the  base  and  requires  but  little  pruning  to 
keep  it  in  shape.  The  leaves  are  small,  light  green, 
and  towards  fall  assume  rich,  brilliant  colors,  the 
fruit  or  berries  becoming  scarlet ; absolutely  hardy 


in  all  parts  of  the  country. 

Doz.  100 

1- year,  10  to  15  inches  $1.50  $12.00 

2- year,  15  to  20  inches  2.00  15.00 

3- year,  18  to  24  inches  2.50  18.00 

5-year  specimen  bushes,  50c  each 5.00 


BERBERIS  VULGARIS  PURPUREA.  (Purple- 
leaved Barberry).  Especially  remarkable  for  its 
dense,  upright  growth  and  its  brilliant  purple 
foliage  and  fruit.  When  full  grown,  plants  at- 
tain a height  of  4 to  5 feet,  but  can  be  kept  at 
any  height  below  this  by  shearing.  It  is  very 
valuable  as  a border  for  walks  and  drives. 
Splendid  for  a hedge ; also  good  as  single  speci- 
mens on  the  lawn.  Endures  partial  shade  and 
is.  perfectly  hardy. 

Each  Dozen 


18  to  24  inches  $0.50  $5.00 

2-  to  3-foot  specimen  bushes 75 


CALIFORNIA  PRIVET 

Of  all  ornamental  hedge  plants  this  is  the  most 
popular  and  more  of  it  is  planted  than  all  others 
combined.  Its  foliage  is  a rich,  dark  green  and  is 
nearly  evergreen,  remaining  on  the  plant  until 
mid-winter.  It  is  of  free  growth  and  succeeds 
under  the  most  adverse  conditions,  such  as,  under 
dense  shade  of  trees  where  other  plants  would  not 
exist. 

To  form  a dense  hedge  from  the  base  up  the 
plants  should,1  be  severely  pruned  the  first  two 
seasons.  Plant  the  one-year-old  size  8 inches 
apart  in  the  row,  the  larger  sizes  10  to  12  inches 
apart. 

Dozen  Per  100 

Strong,  1-year,  18  to  24  inches $1.50  $10.00 

Strong,  bushy,  2-year,  24  to  30  inches  1.75  12.00 

LIGUSTRUM,  Amurense 

(Amoor  River  Privet). 

An  ornamental  hedge  plant  somewhat  similar 
to  the  famous  California  Privet,  but  hardier 
Leaves  dark,  glossy  green. 

Doz.  100 

1 to  2 feet  $1.00  $ 8.00 

3 to  4 feet  2.50  18.00 


Ornamental  and  Flowering  Shrubs 

Shipped  by  Express,  Collect 


DEUTZIA 

We  are  indebted  to  Japan  for  this  valuable  genus 
of  plants.  Their  hardihood,  fine  habit,  luxuriant 
foliage  and  profusion  of  attractive  flowers  places 
them  among  the  most  beautiful  and  most  popular 
of  flowering  shrubs  at  the  present  time.  Flower  in 
June  and  through  July  and  August. 

CRENATA  ROSEA  PLENA.  (Double-flowering 
Deutzia).  Double  white,  tinged  with  pink;  very 


desirable  tall  shrub.  Each  Dozen 

24  to  36  inches  $0.50  $5.00 

36  to  48  inches  75  7.50 

48-inch  specimen  bushes  1.00 


GRACILIS.  A low-growing  shrub  with  slender, 
graceful  branches  of  pure  white  flowers ; free 
flowering  and  very  sweetly  scented. 

Each  Dozen 


10  to  12  inches,  bushy  $0.25  $2.50 

18  inches,  bushy 50  5.00 


PRIDE  OF  ROCHESTER.  A variety  of  Deutzia 
Crenata  Flore  Plena  and  producing  large,  double, 
white  flowers  ; back  of  the  petals  slightly  tinted 
with  rose.  It  excels  all  the  older  sorts  in  size  of 
flower,  length  of  panicle,  profuseness  of  bloom 
and  vigorous  habit ; blooms  nearly  a week  earlier. 

Each  Dozen 


24  to  36  inches  $0.50  $5.00 

36  to  48  inches  75  7.60 

48-inch  specimen  bushes  1.00 


FORSYTHIA 

(Golden  Bell). 

A very  choice  shrub — native  of  China  and  Japan. 
The  flowers  are  drooping,  golden  yellow,  and  appear 
very  early  in  the  spring  before  the  leaves'.  The 
best  of  our  early  flowering  shrubs.  Admired  by 
thousands. 


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Hydrangea  Arborescens. 


FORSYTHIA  FORTUNEII.  A very  satisfactory 
variety.  Growth  upright,  foliage  deep  green. 
Flowers  deep  golden  yellow. 

Each  Dozen 


2 to  3 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

3 to  4 feet  75  7.50 

4-foot  specimen  bushes  1.00 


HYDRANGEA 

(The  Hydrangeas) 

HYDRANGEA  ARBORESCENS  GRANDIFLORA. 

(Snowball  Hydrangea).  (Illustration  above). 
This  magnificent,  perfectly  hardy  American 
shrub  has  snow-white  blossoms  of  largest  size. 
One  of  its  most  valuable  characteristics  is  its 
coming  into  bloom  just  after  the  passing  of  all 
the  early  spring  shrubs,  while  its  long  flowering 
season,  from  early  June  until  late  August,  makes 
it  a valuable  acquisition  in  any  garden.  Strong 
plants,  50  cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen ; speci- 
men plants,  $1.00  each. 

HYDRANGEA  PANICULATA  GRANDIFLORA. 

Without  doubt  the  best  known  and  most  popular 
autumn  flowering  shrub  in  cultivation  at  the 
present  time.  The  flowers,  which  are  borne  in 
dense,  pyramidal  panicles  a foot  long  in  the 
greatest  profusion,  are  while  when  they  first 
open,  but  gradually  change  to  rose  color,  and 
remain  in  good  condition  for  weeks.  Fine  bush 
plants,  50  cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen ; extra  fine 
bush  plants',  $1.00  each. 

PHILADELPHUS 

(Syringa  or  Mock  Orange) 

PHILADELPHUS  CORONARIUS.  This  variety  is 
known  as  the  “Garland  Syringa.”  It  is  a strong- 
growing shrub  often  10  to  12  feet  in  height, 
very  hardy,  and  like  all  the  Philadelphus  is  one 
of  the  best  shrubs  for  situations  which  are  par- 
tially shaded,  although  preferring  sun.  Orange- 
scented,  creamy -white  flowers  in  May  and  June. 


Each  Dozen 

2 to  3 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

3 to  4 foot  specimen  bashes  1.00 


PYRUS  JAPONICA 

JAPAN  QUINCE.  A very  showy  and  popular 
shrub  of  medium  height,  which  blooms  profusely 
in  early  spring ; flowers  dazzling  scarlet.  Makes 
an  excellent  hedge.  50  and  75  cents  each. 


SNOWBERRY  or  INDIAN  CURRANT 

SYMPHORICARPOS  RACEMOSUS,  VULGARIS. 

(Red-fruited  Snowberry).  A well-known  dwari 
shrub  with  very  small  pink  flowers,  and  large 
red  berries  that  hang  on  the  plant  the  greater 
part  of  the  winter.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  doz. 

SPIRAEA 

ANTHONY  WATERER.  A rapid  grower,  with 
upright,  spreading  branches  and  dark  green  foli- 
age ; very  desirable  for  lawn  decoration.  Bril- 
liant rosy-carmine  flowers,  in  large  round  chas- 
ers, blooming  all  through  the  late  part  of  the 


summer.  Each  Dozen 

2 to  3 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

3 foot  specimen  bushes'  1.00 


BILLARDI  ALBA.  A white-flowered  form.  50 
cents  each. 

OPULIFOLIA  AUREA.  (Golden  Spirea).  One 
of  the  best  of  our  golden-leaved  shrubs.  White 
flowers  in  clusters,  produced  in  May.  Foliage 


golden-yellow  all  summer.  Each  Dozen 

2 to  3 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

4 foot  specimen  bushes  1.00 


VAN  HOUTTEI.  (Bridal  Wreath).  By  any  this 
is  regarded  as  the  finest  of  all  Spireas,  and  it 
is  assuredly  one  of  the  most  esteemed  shrubs  in 
cultivation.  It  forms  an  erect  bush  with  grace- 
ful arching  branches,  well  covered  with  neat, 
rich,  green  foliage,  and  in  early  summer  a pro- 
fusion of  large,  pure  white  flower  clusters.  Very 


hardy  and  most  effective.  Each  Dozen 

2 to  3 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

3 foot  specimen  bushes  1.00 


SYRINGA  or  LILAC 

SYRINGA  VULGARIS.  (Common  Lilac).  One  of 
the  oldest  shrubs,  but  still  ranks  among  the 
choicest.  Purple,  fragrant  flowers;  large  clus- 
ters. Flowering  in  May.  Too  well  known  to 


require  description.  Each  Dozen 

2 to  3 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

3 foot  specimen  bushes 75 

WEIGELA 

ROSEA.  (Rose-colored  Weigela).  An  elegant 


shrub,  with  fine  rose-colored  flowers,  introduced 
from  China  by  Mr.  Fortune,  and  considered  one 
of  the  finest  plants  he  has  discovered ; of  erect, 
compact  growth  ; blossoms  in  June.  2 to  3 ft., 
50c  each;  3 to  4 ft.,  75c  each. 


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Evergreen  Trees 

These  Evergreens  are  all  heavily  rooted,  thrifty  specimens,  in  prime  condition  for  transplanting. 
They  will  be  found  invaluable  for  lawn  decoration,  high  hedges,  the  filling  out  of  corners,  the  hiding  of 
objectionable  objects,  and  many  other  purposes  that  will  suggest  themselves  to  the  owner  of  the  well- 
kept  place.  The  proper  time  for  transplanting  is  in  the  early  spring. 

All  Evergreens  will  be  balled  and  bagged  and  shipped  by  express,  collect.  When  crating  is  necessary 
it  will  be  charged  for  at  cost. 


JUNIPERUS  davurica  (Juniper).  A variety  that 
grows  slim,  straight  and  upright,  with  silvery 
tinge  to  the  foliage.  Each  Dozen 

1  to  2 feet  $1.00  $10.00 


P1CEA  pungens  (Green  Colorado  Spruce). 


Each 

1 to  2 feet  $1.00 

2 to  3 feet  2.00 


pungens  var.  glauca  (Colorado  Blue  Spruce). 

Each 


1 to  2 feet  $3.00 

2 to  3 feet  4.00 


pungens  var.  Kosteriana  (Roster’s  Blue  Spruce). 

Each 

2 to  3 feet  $4.00 

3 to  4 feet  5.00 


PINUS  divaricata  (Jack  Pine).  Each 

3 to  4 feet  $1.00 

4 to  5 feet  2.00 

Mughus  (Dwarf  Mountain  Pine).  A low,  spread- 
ing variety,  quite  distinct.  Each 

12  to  15  inches  $1.50 

15  to  18  inches  2.00 

sylvestris  (Scotch  Pine).  Each 

2 to  3 feet  $1.00 

PSEUDOTSUGA  taxifolia  (Douglas  Spruce). 

Each  Dozen 

1 to  2 feet  $1.00  $10.00 


RETINISPORA  plumosa  (Japan  Cypress).  This  is 
the  plumed  variety  with  light  green  foliage. 


Each 

1 to  2 feet  $2.00 

3 to  4 feet  4.00 


plumosa  aurea.  The  foliage  is  a beautiful  golden 
green*  Each  Dozen 

10  to  15  inches $1.00  $10.00 

squarrosa.  A feathery,  silvery-green  foliage. 

Each 

10  to  12  inches  $2.00 

2 to  3 feet 3.00 


TAXUS  canadensis  (American  Yew).  Each 

10  to  12  inches  $1.00 

THUYA  occidentalis  (American  Arbor-Vitae). 

Each  Dozen 

1 to  2 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

oriental^.  A slim,  close-growing  variety  of 

Arbor-Vitae.  Each 

1 to  2 feet  $1.00 

2 to  3 feet  1.50 


TSUGA  americanus  (American  Hemlock). 

Each  Dozen 


1 to  2 feet  $0.50  $5.00 

canadensis  (Hemlock).  Each 

2 to  3 feet  $1.00 


I have  a large  line  of  Shrubs  and  Trees  such  as  Catalpa,  Maples, 
Mountain  Ash,  Hawthorns  and  other  ornamental  stock.  I shall  be 
glad  to  quote  prices  on  either  large  or  small  lots  on  application. 


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Hardy  Perennials 


We  are  sure  that  nothing  gives  our  customers  greater  satisfaction  about  their  grounds  than  a well 
arranged  flower  garden  of  Hardy  Plants.  With  a proper  selection  of  varieties,  flowers  may  be  had  in 
bloom  from  early  spring  until  severe  frost,  and  many  of  them  will  succeed  where  less  hardy  varieties 
would  prove  a total  failure;  once  planted  they  make  a permanent  bed  and  are  therefore  less  trouble  and 
expense  than  where  tender  plants  are  used,  and  while  they  are  of  the  easiest  culture  and  do  better  with 
less  care  than  most  other  varieties,  yet  they  well  repay  any  extra  attention  that  may  be  given  them.  A 
properly  prepared  bed  to  receive  them  'should  be  deeply  forked  or  spaded  with  a liberal  supply  of  well 
rotted  manure  thoroughly  worked  in.  Bone-dust  and  also  some  commercial  fertilizers'  produce  excellent 
results  and  may  be  applied  in  small  quantities  several  times  during  the  season  and  lightly  raked  into 
the  soil. 

Although  not  absolutely  necessary,  a winter  covering  of  long,  strong,  coarse  litter  or  similar  material 
will  afford  such  protection  as  to  guard  against  sudden  changes  of  freezing  and  thawing,  and  the  plants 
will  be  in  a stronger  condition  to  make  an  early  start  in  the  spring  to  pay  for  the  little  trouble  incm*red,. 
Manure  can  also  be  used,  but  a heavy  covering  on  evergreen  varieties  would  be  likely  to  rot  and  kill  them. 


ACHILLEA  - “The  Pearl” 

A summer-blooming  variety,  worthy  of  a place  in 
every  garden.  The  flowers  are  pure  white,  very 
double,  and  are  produced  in  large  sprays  on  long 
stems ; are  much  used  by  florists  for  cut-flower 
work.  Perfectly  hardy.  Particularly  desirable  for 
cemetery  planting.  18  inches.  15  cents  each;  $1.50 
per  dozen,  prepaid. 

DELPHINIUM  or  HARDY  LARKSPUR 

Mrs.  Ely,  author  of  “A  Woman’s  Hardy  Gar- 
den,” says : 

“Perennial  Larkspur  may  be  planted  as  soon  as 
the  spring  has  opened.  The  ground  should  be 
well  drained  and  carefully  prepared,  but  manure 
must  not  be  allowed  to  come  in  contact  with  the 
roots,  or  grubs  are  apt  to  destroy  the  plants.  A 
little  finely  ground  bone  meal  dug  around  each 
plant  early  in  May  will  be  of  benefit,  and  in  late 
autumn  coal  ashes  should  be  sifted  over  the  crowns 
of  the  plants  to  protect  them  from  the  white  grub, 
which  is  their  only  enemy.  The  stalks  being  very 
tender,  the  plants  should  be  staked  when  they  are 
about  three  feet  high,  to  protect  them  from  heavy 
winds.  Larkspur  begins  to  bloom  about  June  20th, 
and  by  cutting  off  the  plants  close  to  the  ground, 
as  soon  as  each  crop  of  flowers  has  faded,  a second 
and  third  crop  of  flowers  will  succeed.  Each  time 
the  plants  are  cut  a little  bone  meal  should  be 
dug  about  them.” 

BELLADONNA.  The  freest  and  most  continuous 
bloomer  of  all,  never  being  out  of  flower  from 
the  end  of  June  until  cut  down  by  hard  frost. 
The  clear  turquoise-blue  of  its  flowers  is  not 
equaled  for  delicacy  and  beauty  by  any  other 
flower.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen;  $15.00 
per  100. 

Choice  Hybrids,  including  all  the  standard  colors. 
I can  supply  these  in  mixtures  only.  15  cents 
each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 


BOLTONIA 

ASTEROIDES  (False  Chamomile).  This  is  an  ex- 
cellent decorative  flower.  The  bushy  plants 
grow  5 feet  high,  covered  with  small,  white  flow- 
ers of  the  Aster-type.  Very  effective  for  vases. 
Strong  plants.  20c  each;  $2.00  per  doz.,  prepaid. 

FUNKIA  - Plantain  Lily 

The  Plantain  Lilies  are  among  the  easiest  plants 
to  manage;  their  broad,  massive  foliage  makes 
them  attractive  subjects  for  the  border,  even  when 
not  in  flower.  They  succeed  equally  well  in  sun  or 
shade.  15  cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen. 

HEMEROCALLIS 

(Yellow  Day  Lily) 

Popular  hardy  plants,  belonging  to  the  Lily 
family.  They  succeed  everywhere  and  should  al- 
ways be  included  in  the  border  of  old-fashioned 
hardy  plants. 

AURANTIACA.  A beautiful,  large  trumpet-shap- 
ed Day  Lily  with  fragrant  orange  flowers.  One 
of  the  most  satisfactory ; height  2 to  3 feet ; 
flowers  in  June  and  July.  25  cents  each ; $2.50 
per  dozen,  prepaid. 

FLAVA.  (Yellow  Day  Lily).  The  best  known  va- 
riety ; very  fragrant,  deep,  clear  lemon-yellow ; 
flowers  in  June;  height,  2 to  3 feet.  25  cents 
each;  $2.00  per  dozen. 

FULVA  (Tawny  Day  Lily).  One  of  the  best  known 
varieties.  Height,  4 to  5 feet ; trumpet-shaped 
flowers  of  a bronzy  orange-red  color ; flowers 
from  June  to  August.  15  cents  each;  $1.50  per 
dozen,  prepaid. 

HARDY  LILIES 

TIGRINUM  SPLENDENS  (The  Common  Tiger 
Lily).  So  well  known  that  it  does  not  require 
description.  10  cents  each;  $1.00  per  dozen,  $7.50 
per  100. 


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HARDY  GARDEN  HELIOTROPE 

Valeriana  (Spurred  Flower). 
VALERIANA  OFFICINALIS.  The  old-fashioned 
garden  Heliotrope  with  pinkish  or  lavender  flow- 
ers with  Heliotrope  fragrance;  flowers  in  June 
and  July;  Height,  4 feet.  25  cents  each;  $2.50 
per  dozen,  prepaid. 

HARDY  PINKS 

DIANTHUS  PLUMARIUS  (Scotch  Pink).  A fav- 
orite plant  in  old-time  gardens.  The  flowers  are 
double,  light  pink,  and  are  very  fragrant ; flow- 
ers in  June;  height,  9 inches.  20  cents  each; 
$1.50  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

D.  P.  ALBA.  White,  of  the  same  species.  20 
cents  each ; $2.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

PHYSOSTEGIA 

PHYSOSTEGIA  VIRGINIANA  (Ladies’  Pink). 
An  elegant  plant  with  dark,  glossy,  green  foli- 
age and  long  spikes'  of  soft  rose  flowers  ; excel- 
lent for  cutting.  Height,  2 to  3 feet.  20  cents 
each;  $2.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

RUDBECKIA 

(Cone  Flower) 

Indispensable  plants  for  the  hardy  border ; grow 
and  thrive  anywhere,  giving  a wealth  of  bloom, 
which  are  well  suited  for  cutting. 


GOLDEN  GLOW.  A well-known  popular  plant ; 
a strong,  robust  grower,  attaining  a height  of  5 
to  6 feet ; produces  masses'  of  double  golden  yel- 
low flowers  from  July  to  September.  15  cents 
each. 

TRADESCANTIA 

(Spider  Lily) 

TRADESCANTIA  VIRGINICA.  An  all-around 

plant  for  wet  or  dry,  sunny  or  shady  situations, 
continuing  in  bloom  from  early  summer  until 
frost.  Clear  blue,  three-petaled  flowers  in  clus- 
ters on  long  stems,  and  long,  pointed  foliage. 
Height  2 feet.  15  cents  each;  $1.50  per  dozen, 
prepaid. 

VAR.  ALBA.  White  flowers.  A pretty  contrast 
when  planted  with  the  purple  variety.  20  cents 
each,  $2.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

YUCCA 

(Adam’s  Needle). 

YUCCA  FILAMENTOSA.  A stately  foliage  and 
flowering  plant  equally  imposing  in  solitary  or 
group  planting  ; always  conspicuous.  The  broad, 
sword-like  foliage  is  evergreen,  while  in  mid- 
summer it  shows  great  erect,  branching  stems, 
bearing  a showy  display  of  pendant,  creamy 
white  bells.  Very  fragrant ; flowers  in  July  and 
August.  25  cents  each;  $2.50  per  dozen;  large 
clumps,  50  cents  each,  prepaid. 


Hardy  Perennial  Phlox 

Among  hardy  herbaceous  plants,  none  are  more  gorgeous,  and  more  easily  grown  than  the  Phlox.  They 
are  perfectly  hardy,  and  will  grow  in  any  soil,  and  produce  magnificent  spikes  of  the  most  gorgeous 
flowers,  lasting  weeks,  and  year  after  year,  with  but  little  care.  These  plants  will  produce  an  abundance 
of  flowers,  which  are  very  fragrant. 

New  Phlox  for  1919 

Five  Up-to-date  Phlox  for  1919,  prepaid,  for  $1.25 


ALCESTE,  Superb  New  Phlox.  A sensational 
variety,  possessing  an  entirely  new  and  rare 
color — deep  violet,  shading  almost  to  blue.  The 
plant  is  of  strong,  sturdy  growth,  of  medium 
height,  and  produces  remarkably  large  trusses ; 
individual  flower  of  largest  size.  35  cents  each ; 
$3.50  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

CARON  AD  (Ache).  Beautiful  New  Phlox.  An 

exceptionally  good  variety,  having  good,  perfect 
trusses  and  large  individual  flowers.  Very  novel 
but  pleasing  in  color,  which  is  a beautiful  sal- 
mon-rose with  a silvery  cast.  Plants  are  dwarf 
and  sturdy  in  growth,  making  perfect  clusters. 
35  cents  each. 


Hardy  Phlox  in  My  Nurseries. 


ELIZABETH  CAMPBELL.  New  Pink  Phlox. 

Very  bright  salmon-pink  with  lighter  pink  shad- 
ings and  dark  red  eye.  Attracted  more  atten- 
tion in  our  fields  than  any  other  variety ; one  of 
the  handsomest.  The  best  pink  Phlox  to  date. 
50  cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

LE  MAHDI.  Up-to-date  Novelty  Phlox.  A perfect 
beauty  of  special  merit.  The  entirely  new  and 
rare  color  of  this  variety  makes  it  one  of  the 
most  desirable.  The  flower  is  a rich,  dark  violet- 
purple,  a color  rare  among  Phlox.  The  plants 
are  very  strong  and  robust ; they  are  of  medium 
height  and  produce  large  flower  trusses  ; indi- 
vidual flowers  exceptionally  large.  25  cents  each, 
$2.50  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

MISS  LINGARD.  New  Glossy  Foliage  Phlox. 

White,  with  faint  lilac  eye.  This  variety  is  an 
early  flowering  Phlox  and  blooms  continually 
throughout  the  season.  Plants  are  tall,  sturdy, 
and  first-class  for  bedding.  Dark,  glossy,  green 
foliage.  25  cents  each. 

Select  Standard  Phlox 

Price  15  cents  each,  $1.50  per  dozen,  $10.00  per 
100,  except  where  noted,  prepaid. 

If  wanted  in  large  lots  send  for  1,000  rates. 
ATHIS.  A beautiful  shade  of  salmon.  Tall,  strong 
and  early.  The  finest  salmon  Phlox. 

BOUQUET  FLEUR.  White  with  crimson  eye; 
medium  height. 

BRIDESMAID.  One  of  the  very  best  Phlox  grown. 
White  with  large  rose-crimson  center.  Very 
showy  and  desirable.  Plants  exceptionally 
sturdy,  producing  large  trusses.  Medium  height. 
20  cents  each. 

DELIVERANCE.  A very  tall,  pleasing  variety. 
Deep  pink  with  crimson  eye.  Individual  flowers 
are  large ; very  fragrant. 

DUGUESCLIN.  Rosy  lilac  arrayed  with  light 
halo ; tall. 


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ECLAIREUR.  An  old  favorite.  One  of  the  larg- 
est and  best.  Bright  rose-carmine  with  light 
halo,  a bright  and  cheerful  face.  The  plants  are 
very  strong  and  sturdy,  making  a perfect  bor- 
der. 20  cents  each. 

INDEPENDENCE.  Pure  white;  medium  height. 

INSPECTOR  ELPEL.  Bright  rose,  with  an  in- 
tense, deep  crimson  eye. 

JEANNE  D’ARC  or  SNOW-QUEEN.  Undoubtedly 
the  very  finest  pure  white  variety  to  date.  The 
plants  are  extra  strong  growers  of  medium 
height,  producing  exceptionally  large  heads. 
Ideal  for  hedging  or  massing. 

LA  VAGUE.  Silvery  rose  with  deeper  rose  eye. 
20  cents  each. 

LE  SOLIEL.  Light  rose,  shading  to  white  to- 
wards the  center.  Dwarf  to  medium. 

MARY  LOUISE.  This  is  one  of  the  most  attrac- 
tive varieties  we  are  offering.  Pure  white  with 
distinct  violet-rose  eye.  20  cents  each. 

ORNAMENT.  Bright  clear  rose  with  a light  halo, 
darker  center. 


PANTHEON.  Flowers  are  very  large;  pink  or 
salmon-rose ; one  of  the  most  distinct  varieties. 
Sturdy  plants  of  medium  height.  20  cents  each. 

PROFESSOR  SCHLIEMAN.  Bright  lilac-rose 
with  carmine  eye. 

R.  P.  STRUTHERS.  Very  strong  grower  with 
large  heads  of  fiery  salmon-red.  Very  showy. 
Fine  for  borders  or  hedging. 

RICHARD  WALLACE.  One  of  the  most  popular 
varieties  to  date.  Pure  white  with  violet-rose 
eye ; large  flowers  in  immense  panicles. 

The  above  collection  of  21  distinct  named  varie- 
ties for  $2.50,  prepaid. 

Mixed  Phlox 

We  have  an  extra  fine  assortment  of  Mixed 
Phlox,  consisting  of  the  best  varieties  to  date: 
The  mixture  contains  the  following  colors  : Crim- 

son, scarlet,  violet,  lavender,  pink,  white,  varie- 
gated or  striped  varieties,  and  the  above  men- 
tioned colors  with  deeper  colored  eyes.  $1.00  per 
dozen,  prepaid;  $6.00  per  100,  express  collect. 


Peonies 


The  Peonies  are  among  the  noblest  and  most  magnificent  of  our  herbaceous  plants.  They  are  the 
“Queen  of  Spring  Flowers,”  and  are  well  adapted  for  massing  in  beds,  and  particularly  valuable  for 
planting  in  groups  throughout  the  perennial  or  shrubbery  border,  where  their  brilliant  hues  add  beauty 
to  the  entire  surroundings.  Their  requirements  are  so  simple — a good,  rich,  deep  soil ; they  are  perfectly 
hardy,  and  produce  their  wealth  of  flowers  in  great  abundance.  Roots  can  be  shipped  from  early  April 
until  the  end  of  May ; and  from  August  until  freezing  time,  in  the  fall.  Purchaser  to  pay  shipping 
charges. 


NAMED  VARIETIES  OF  PEONIES 

ADMIRAL  DEWEY.  (Hollis,  1903).  Rose-pink, 
shaded  heliotrope ; large,  high-built  flower.  $3.00 
each. 

AGNES  MARY  KELWAY.  (Kelway).  Large 
crown.  Guard  and  crown  light  rose  with  cream 
white  collar.  One  of  the  finest  pink  and  white 
varieties.  Fragrant,  tall,  vigorous,  free-flower- 
ing; early  mid-season.  Very  good.  $1.00  each; 
$5.00  per  dozen. 

ALEXANDER  DUMAS.  (Guerin,  1862).  Medium 
sized,  light  violet-rose  crown ; has  creamy 
white  collar  of  narrow  petals,  mingled  with 
wide  center  petals ; fragrant.  Medium  height, 
free  bloomer,  early  mid-season.  Good  cut-flower 
variety.  $1.00  each. 


ANNA  SWANSON.  Loose  pink,  showing  a goodly 
number  of  yellow  stqmens  ; whole  flower  showing 
a silvery  reflex.  50  cents  each. 

AVALANCHE.  (Crousse,  1886).  Large,  compact 
crown.  Milk-white,  cream-white  collar,  center 
tinted  lilac-white ; prominent  carmine  flecks 
lengthwise  of  the  petals.  Fragrant.  $2.00  each. 

BARONESS  SCHROEDER.  (Kelway).  Very 
large,  globular,  rose  type.  Flesh-white  fading  to 
milk-white.  Fragrance  extra  good.  Tall,  strong 
growth,  very  free  flowering.  Considered  one  of 
the  finest  Peonies  grown.  Mid-season.  $2.00 
each. 

BRIDE.  (Terry).  Fragrant;  light  pink  fading  to 
white.  50  cents  each. 


Showing  Peonies  in  Border  Planting. 

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Festiva  Maxima. 


BARON  JAMES  DE  ROTHSCHILD.  (Guerin, 
1850).  Medium  size  crown;  guards  and  very 
wide  crown  petals',  pale  lilao-rose ; narrow, 
cream-white  collar  petals.  Fragrant ; vigorous  : 
medium  height ; free-flowering ; mid-season. 
$1.00  each. 

BEAUTY’S  MASK.  (Hollis",  1904).  Blush  white 
tinted  lilac,  showing  some  yellowish  petaloids, 
thus  giving  it  a very  distinctive  appearance. 

$4.00  each. 

CHARLOTTE  CUSHMAN.  (Hollis,  1904).  A deep 
pink.  Very  large  and  very  double.  $3.00  each. 

CLAIRE  DUBOIS.  (Crousse,  1886).  Very  large, 
globular,  rose  type.  Uniform  color — clear  deep 
violet-rose,  tipped  silvery  white.  Erect,  tall, 
strong  grower.  Late  bloomer.  $2.00  each. 

DORCHESTER.  (Richardson  Seedling).  Salmon- 
pink.  A late  but  very  beautiful  variety.  $1.50 
each. 

DR.  BRETONNEAU.  (Guerin,  1850).  Large, 

compact,  rose  type.  Guards  are  pale  lilac,  cen- 
ter milk-white,  shaded  amber.  Fragrant.  $1.00 
each. 

DUC  D’WELLINGTON.  (Calot,  1859).  Large, 
bomb  type.  Very  fragrant.  White  guards  and 
sulphur-yellow  center.  One  of  the  finest  white 
varieties.  Medium  tall,  vigorous  grower ; free 
flowering.  Late  bloomer.  $1.00  each. 

EDULIS  SUPERBA.  (Lemon,  1824).  Large, 

loose,  flat  crown.  Bright  mauve-pink ; collar 
mixed  with  lilac.  Very  fragrant.  Early  bloom- 
er. Strong,  upright ; very  free-flowering.  One 
of  the  very  best  commercial  pinks  for  Decora- 
tion Day.  50  cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen. 

EVENING  GLOW.  (Hollis,  1907).  White,  flush- 
ed lilac.  A large  and  fine  flower.  $5.00  each. 

FELIX  CROUSSE.  Large,  globular,  typical 

bomb  type.  Brilliant  red.  A strong,  vigorous 

grower ; medium  height,  and  free  bloomer.  $1.00 
each. 

FESTIVA  MAXIMA.  (Meillez,  1851).  Very  large, 
globular,  rose  type.  Pure  white  center,  promi- 
nently flecked  crimson ; outer  petals  sometimes 
faint  lilac-white  on  first  opening.  Very  tall, 
strong,  vigorous  grower.  Early  bloomer.  The 
most  popular  white  variety  for  cut-flowens. 
1.00  each. 

FLASHLIGHT.  (Hollis,  1906).  A very  large 
Japanese  variety,  globular.  Guards  light  Ty- 
rian rose ; narrow  center ; petals  amber-yellow, 
shading  to  pink  at  base.  Medium  height,  erect, 
strong  grower.  Early  bloomer.  One  of  the 
best  of  this  type.  $10.00  each. 


GEORGE  WASHINGTON.  A very  large,  deep 
red,  semi-rose  type ; one  of  the  earliest  varieties 
to  bloom.  Fragrant.  $2.00  each. 

GLORY.  (Hollis,  1907).  Medium  size,  flat,  loose, 
light  Tyrian  rose.  Guards  narrow,  ligulated ; 
center  petals  golden  yellow,  tipped  silver.  Tali 
and  erect.  $3.00  each. 

GOLDEN  HARVEST.  (Rosenfield,  1900).  Medi- 
um size,  loose,  bomb  or  informal  rose  type. 
Guards  pale  lilac-rose,  center  creamy-white,  de- 
veloping many  wide  petals  of  a peach-blossom 
pink  on  strong  plants.  Fragrant.  Dwarf  habit ; 
very  free  flowering.  Mid-season  bloomer.  $1.00 
each. 

GOLDMINE.  (Japanese,  1907).  A fine  golden 
yellow.  The  Japanese  varieties  are  peculiar  in 
that  they  are  entirely  destitute  of  pollen. 
$10.00  each. 

HUMEI.  (Anderson,  1810).  Large,  compact, 
globular,  rose  type.  Cherry  pink  with  silver 
tips.  Cinnamon  fragrance.  Weak  stem.  Very 
late  bloomer.  50  cents  each. 

LA  ESPERANCE.  (Calot,  1845).  A lovely  rose- 
pink  ; fine  form ; full  center  and  very  fragrant. 
Vigorous  and  profuse  bloomer.  $2.00  each. 

LA  SUMBLIME.  (Parmenter).  This  is  a fine 
flower  of  deep  crimson.  Very  striking  on  ac- 
count of  its  rich  color.  A reliable  variety.  75 
cents  each. 

MADAM  DUCEL.  (Mechin,  1880).  Large,  globu- 
lar, typical  bomb.  Light  mauve-rose  with  sil- 
ver reflex.  Fragrant.  Strong  grower,  me- 
dium height,  very  free  flowering.  Extra  good. 
$1.00  each. 

MADAME  CHAUMY.  (Calot,  1864).  Medium 
size,  very  compact,  globular,  perfect  rose  type. 
Pale  rose-lilac  with  silvery  reflex ; central  pet- 
als slightly  darker,  flecked  crimson.  Medium 
height ; free  flowering.  Mid-season  bloomer. 
$1.00  each. 

MADAME  CROUSSE.  (Calot,  1866).  Medium 
size,  globular,  crown  type.  Pure  white,  center 
delicately  flecked  with  crimson  on  crown. 
Strong,  medium  height ; free  flowering.  Mid- 
season bloomer.  One  of  the  most  handsome  of 
the  white  varieties.  $1.00  each. 

MADAME  DE  VERNEVILLE  (Crousse,  1885). 
Large,  very  full,  bomb  type.  Pure  white;  cen- 
ter blush-white  when  first  open,  fading  to  pure 
white ; prominent  carmine  flecks.  Fragrant. 
Medium  height,  extra  free  flowering.  Early 
bloomer.  Extra  good.  $1.00  each. 

MADAME  FOREL.  (Crousse,  1881).  Large,  very 
compact,  rose  type.  Violet-rose  with  a silvery 
tipped  center.  Fragrant.  Medium  height.  Late 
bloomer.  $1.00  each. 

MADAME  EMILE  GALLE.  (Crousse,  1881).  Large, 
double,  cup-shaped,  imbricated  flowers ; a deli- 
cate sea-shell  pink  with  touches  of  heliotrope 
and  lavender.  Scarce  and  rare.  $2.00  each. 

MARIE  LEMOINE.  (Calot,  1864).  Large,  very 
compact,  globular  crown.  Guards  light  violet- 
rose,  collar  milk-white,  crown  lilac-white.  Very 
fragrant.  Strong,  erect,  tall,  free  flowering. 
Mid-season  bloomer.  Extra  fine.  $1.00  each. 

MARY  BAKER  EDDY.  (Hollis).  Deep  rose- 

pink  with  silvery  tips.  Large,  solid  bloomer, 
on  strong  stems.  Medium  height.  Rare.  $2.00 
each. 

MONSIEUR  BARRAL.  (Calot,  1866).  Very 

large,  compact,  flat  rose  type.  Uniform  pale  lilac- 
rose.  Very  fragrant.  Erect,  tall,  strong  grow- 
er; free  flowering.  Late  bloomer.  75  cents  each. 

MONSIEUR  JULES  ELIE.  (Crousse,  1888).  Very 
large,  compact,  high  crown.  Pale  lilac-rose, 
collar  lighter,  shaded  amber-yellow  at  the  base. 
Very  fragrant.  Medium  height,  strong  grower. 
Extra  fine.  $1.00  each. 

NE  PLUS  ULTRA.  (Meillez,  1856).  Medium  size, 
flat,  loose,  semi-double.  Uniform  pure  mauve, 
tipped  silver.  Fragrant.  Medium  height.  Early 
mid-season  bloomer.  $1.00  each. 


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QUEEN  VICTORIA.  (Kelway).  Large,  globu- 
lar in  form,  medium  loose,  low  crown.  Milk- 
white  guards,  tinted  flesh  ; center  cream-white 
with  crimson  spots*.  Very  fragrant.  Medium 
height.  Strong,  free  flowering.  Mid-season 
bloomer.  One  of  the  best.  $1,00  each. 

RED  CROSS.  (Hollis,  1904).  A brilliant  crim- 
son. Medium  size,  full  double  ; very  late  bloom- 
er. $5.00  each. 

RUBRA  SUPERB  A.  (Richardson).  Dark  crim- 
son, very  double  and  finely  formed ; fragrant. 
Plant  is  robust  and  free  flowering.  50  cents 
each. 

SIR  THOMAS  J.  LIPTON.  (Kelway).  Free  flow- 
ering ; large  flower  with  golden  stamens  in  the 
center  of  rosy  petals.  $1.00  each. 

UMBELLATA  ROSEA.  (Unknown).  Large,  in- 
formal rose  type.  Guards  violet  rose,  shading 
to  amber-white  center.  Very  strong,  upright 
grower ; free  flowering.  One  of  the  earliest  va- 
rieties. Extra  fine  for  both  landscape  and  cut- 
flower  purposes.  75  cents  each. 

VILLE  DE  NANCY.  (Calot,  1872).  Large,  me- 
dium compact.  Carmine-rose  with  silvery  reflex. 
Tall,  very  strong,  stiff  stems ; free  flowering. 
Late  bloomer.  Extra  good.  $1.00  each. 


VENUS.  (Kelway).  Very  large,  high,  compact 
crown.  Pale  Hydrangea-pink,  collar  lighter. 
Tall.  Free  bloomer.  Extra  good.  $3.00  each. 
WELCOME  GUEST.  (Hollis).  Silvery  pink,  shad- 
ing white.  A very  fine,  delicate  flower.  $5.00 
each. 

Single  Peonies 

The  Single  Peonies  are  becoming  very  popular, 
being  considered  by  many  as  more  artistic  and 
beautiful.  They  are  very  early,  free  bloomers. 
Pure  White.  Large  and  fragrant.  $1.00  each. 
Pink  and  White.  50  cents  each. 

Crimson.  50  cents  each. 

Rose-pink.  50  cents  each. 

Paeonia  Officinalis 

This  type  is  the  real  old-fashioned  “Peony,”  and 
commences  to  bloom  from  ten  days  to  two  weeks 
ahead  of  the  other  varieties*.  All  are  strong 
growers,  with  large,  full,  double  flowers.  50  cents 
each;  $5.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 

Pink  and  White.  Guard  petals  clear  pink  ; center 
waxy  white.  Very  fragrant. 

Rosea.  Beautiful  clear  rose-pink.  One  of  the  finest. 
Rubra.  Brilliant,  glowing  purple-crimson. 


Flower  Seed 


Ageratum,  Mexicanum  $0.05 

Aster,  dwarf  German,  mixed 05 

Aster,  finest  mixed,  tall 05 

Aster,  white  branching  10 

Aster,  branching  Comet 10 

Aster,  new  branching  10 

Bachelors’  Button  05 

Balsam,  double  Camellia-flowered 10 

Brachycome  (Swan  River  daisy) 05 

Calendula,  mixed  colors  10 

California  Poppy  05 

Calliopsis,  mixed  05 

Candytuft,  white  05 

Candytuft,  mixed  05 

Carnation,  choice  mixed 20 

Carnation,  Marguerite  10 

Castor  Oil  Bean  05 

Chrysanthemum,  annual  varieties,  mixed 05 

Cosmos,  mixed  colors 10 

Daisy,  Double  mixed  10 

Evening  Glory  10 

Everlastings,  mixed  varieties  10 

Gaillardia,  double  mixed 10 

Hollyhock,  finest  double 10 

Marigold,  African  mixed 05 

Marigold,  French  Dwarf 05 

Mignonette,  large  flowering 05 

Morning  Glory,  Royal  Japs 05 

Morning  Glory,  mixed  colors 05 

Nasturtium,  tall,  mixed  colors 05 

Nasturtium,  dwarf  mixed 05 

Nicotiana,  Affinis  10 

Pansy,  fancy  mixed 20 

Pansy,  choice  mixed 10 

Pansy,  assorted  05 

Phlox,  Star  of  Quedlinburg 10 

Petunia,  large  flowered  fancy 20 

Petunia,  veined  and  mottled 10 

Pink,  choice  mixed 10 

Portulaca,  extra  double  mixed 10 

Salvia,  Splendens  10 

Salpiglossis,  large  flowering  mixed 10 

Stock,  ten  week 10 

Sweet  Pea,  choice  mixed 05 

Sweet  Pea,  Spencer 10 

Verbena,  choice  mixed 10 

Zinnia  05 


Dahlia  Seed 

I offer  this  year  Mixed  Seed  carefully  selected 
from  the  best  varieties  of  all  types.  If  you  are 
interested  in  growing  Dahlias  in  new  forms  and 
new  colors  you  cannot  do  better  than  to  get  a 
pakage  of  this  seed.  Price,  25  cents  per  package. 


Hardy  Roses 

50  cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen 
Shipped  by  Express  at  purchaser’s  expense. 

DOROTHY  PERKINS.  This  is  one  of  the  Rambler 
types  ; has  the  same  strong  habit  of  growth  as 
the  Crimson  ; flowers  are  borne  in  large  clusters 
and  are  a beautiful  shell-pink. 

Wooden  Plant  Labels 

For  any  kinds  of  plants.  These  are  plain  labels 
to  be  used  either  in  pots  or  out  of  doors,  with  one 
end  pointed.  I am  also  offering  Dahlia  labels  which 
are  suitable  for  labeling  all  kinds  of  Dahlias. 

Plant  Labels — 4 inch,  plain : 30  cents  per  100,  pre- 
paid; $1.25  per  1,000,  express  collect.  5-inch, 
plain,  35  cents  per  100,  prepaid;  $1.50  per  1,000, 
express  collect.  6-inch,  plain : 50  cents  per  100, 

prepaid;  $1.75  per  1,000,  express  collect. 

Dahlia  Labels,  Painted,  with  Wires — 3 V2  inch,  iron 
wire:  50  cents  per  100,  prepaid;  $2.00  per  1,000, 
express  collect.  3V2  inch,  copper  wire,  60  cents 
per  100,  prepaid;  $2.25  per  1,000,  express  collect. 

Dahlia  Labels,  Plain  with  Wires — 3 y2  inch,  iron 
wire:  35  cents  per  100,  prepaid;  $1.50  per  1,000, 
express  collect.  3% -inch,  copper  wire,  50  cents 
per  100,  prepaid;  $2.00  per  1,000,  express  collect. 

Vermine 

For  Greenhouses,  Gardens,  Lawns,  Tennis  Courts 
and  Golf  Links.  Destroys  White  Grubs*,  Cut,  Eel. 
and  Wire  Worms,  Slugs,  Maggots,  Root  Lice,  and 
Ants.  Directions  for  application  on  each  package. 
Applied  in  watering  can  or  with  sprayer. 


Size  Prepaid 

1 Quart  $2.00 

Pint  1.50 

Half-Pint  1.00 

Quarter-Pint  75 


handiest 

TOOL 


25  cts.  each 
LANGS  prepaid 

on  EARTH 


J.  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts  East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Cardens 


Small  Fruits 


Grape  Vines 

We  will  ship  all  Grape  Vines  prepaid,  at  prices 
quoted.  Our  Grape  Vines  are  strong,  three-year-old 
vines  of  the  finest  quality. 

CAMPBELL’S  EARLY.  Black.  Cluster  large  and 
shouldered,  moderately  compact ; very  early  and 
productive.  This  is  claimed  to  be  the  finest 
Grape  that  has  been  produced  in  a long  time.  It 
makes  a strong  growth,  with  abundant  thin, 
healthy  foliage.  Quality  about  the  same  as  Con- 
cord. $1.00  each. 

STANDARD  VARIETIES  OF  GRAPES 

CONCORD.  Black.  Early;  decidedly  the  most 
popular  Grape  in  America,  and  deservedly  so. 
Bunch,  large,  shouldered,  compact ; berries  large, 
covered  with  a rich  bloom ; skin  tender,  but  suffi- 
ciently firm  to  carry  well.  Succeeds  everywhere. 
35  cents  each ; $2.50  per  dozen. 

DELAWARE.  Red.  Compact  bunch,  very  deli- 
cious ; always  bringing  the  highest  price  in  mar- 
ket and  always  considered  the  best  for  home  use. 
Berries  small ; skin  thin,  but  firm.  Ripens  with 
Concord  or  a little  before.  It  should  be  in  every 
garden.  50  cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen. 


NIAGARA.  White.  Bunch  very  large  and  hand- 
some, often  shouldered,  compact ; berries  large, 
round  ; skin  thin,  tough,  does  not  crack  and  car- 
ries well  ; has  not  much  pulp  when  fully  ripe ; 
melting,  sweet,  with  a flavor  and  aroma  pecu- 
liarly its  own  and  agreeable  to  most  tastes ; 
ripens  with  Concord.  Succeeds  everywhere  and 
is  a favorite  with  every  grower  and  buyer.  50 
cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen. 

POCKLINGTON.  Pale  green.  Usually  with  a 
tinge  of  golden  yellow  where  exposed  to  the  sun  ; 
bunch  large,  compact ; berries  large,  covered 
with  a beautiful  white  bloom  ; flesh  juicy,  sweet, 
with  considerable  pulp.  Foliage  large  and 
healthy.  A seedling  of  the  Concord,  ripening- 
soon  after.  50  cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen. 

SALEM.  (Rogers’  No.  53).  Red.  One  of  the  best 
and  most  popular  of  the  Rogers  ; ripens  with  the 
Concord.  50  cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen. 

WORDEN.  Black.  Bunch  large,  sometimes  shoul- 
dered ; compact ; berries  very  large,  skin  thin. 
Superior  to  the  Concord  in  the  following  points  : 
Better  quality,  larger  berries*,  more  compact,  and 
ripens  five  to  ten  days  earlier.  Fully  equals  Con- 
cord in  vigor,  health  and  productiveness.  50 
cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen. 

Rhubarb 


MOORE’S  EARLY.  Black.  Bunch  rarely  shoul- 
dered, not  quite  so  large  as  Concord ; berries 
larger  and  very  much  like  it  in  flavor  and  qual- 
ity. Ripens  so  early  as  to  be  nearly  out  of  the 
market  before  Concord  starts  in,  therefore  a very 
popular  early  market  variety.  Succeeds  best,  on 
rich  soil.  50  cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen. 


RHUBARB  or  PIE  PLANT.  For  family  or  mar- 
ket. Plant  12  to  18  inches  apart  in  rows.  Shipped 
at  purchaser’s  expense. 

COLOSSAL.  Early,  tender  and  very  large.  25 
cents  each ; $2.50  ner  dozen. 

Extra  large  plants  for  forcing  in  greenhouses.  50 
cents  each ; $5.00  per  dozen,  prepaid. 


31  Southgate  Ave.,  Annapolis,  Md  , 

May  17,  1918. 

Mr.  Alexander. 

Dear  Sir: — The  plants,  etc.,  came  to  me  in  good 
shape  and  green  and  I am  sending  you  herewith 
postage  you  advanced  on  same. 

I wish  to  thank  you  for  the  grand  attention  you 
gave  my  little  order  and  for  the  good  measure  you 
sent  me. 

The  collection  of  Iris  I purchased  from  you  sev- 
eral years  ago  are  now  large  clumps  and  in  full 
bloom,  and  I take  great  pleasure  to  tell  you  they 
are  the  finest  in  this  locality. 

Again  thanking  you  for  value  received,  I beg 
to  remain,  Yours  very  truly, 

THOS.  J.  LOGAN. 


Mt.  Union,  Pa.,  May  13,  1918. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

Some  time  ago  we  received  the  Dahlias  and 
Gladioli  ordered  from  you  in  fine  condition.  I have 
the  Dahlias  sprouted  in  the  hot-bed  and  they  are 
all  up  except  two,  and  they  will  be  through  in  a 
short  time. 

I was  very  much  pleased  with  the  one  you  sent 
gratis,  and  by  closely  following  your  directions 
I hope  to  have  fine  exhibition  flowers. 

Miss  Adams,  who  winters  in  Florida,  I have  sent 
one  of  your  catalogs,  and  she  also  sent  an  order 
to  you. 

Thanking  you  for  the  good  bulbs  you  sent,  I am, 
Very  respectfully, 

( MRS.)  B.  F.  DOUGLAS. 


GO 


East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Cardens  J.  K.  Alexander,  East  Bridgewater,  Massachusetts 


Fruit  Trees 

All  Fruits  Shipped  by  Express  at  Purchasers’  Expense 


Apples 

Standard  Tree,  5 to  7 feet,  75  cents  each ; $7.50 
per  dozen. 

ALEXANDER.  Fall  apple.  A Russian  apple  of 
very  large  size  with  beautifully  striped  or  stain- 
ed red  skin  and  white,  crisp  flesh,  tender,  juicy, 
and  sub-acid.  Tree  is  large  and  vigorous,  bear- 
ing heavy  crops.  Ripening  September  and  Oc- 
tober. 


WEALTHY.  Fall  Apple.  Tree  growth,  medium 
size ; dark  red ; flesh  white  or  a little  stained ; 
tender,  crisp,  juicy,  fine  grained,  aromatic  and 
very  good.  Ripening  December  to  February. 

YELLOW  TRANSPARENT.  Free  growth;  medi- 
um, roundish,  oblate,  slightly  conical ; pale  yel- 
low ; tender,  juicy,  sprightly  sub-acid,  fine  flavor, 
good.  Ripening  August. 

Crab  Apples 


BALDWIN.  Vigorous  growth  ; large,  bright  red ; 
crisp,  juicy,  sub-acid.  The  most  popular  and 
profitable  market  variety.  Ripening  December 
to  March. 

DUCHESS  OF  OLDENBURG.  Vigorous  growth  ; 
Russian ; large,  striped,  tender,  juicy,  sub-acid ; 
regular  and  abundant  bearer.  One  of  the  hardi- 
est varieties  grown.  Ripening  September. 

EARLY  HARVEST.  Very  early ; fruit  medium^ 
size,  pale  yellow,  tender,  juicy,  sub-acid.  Ripen- 
ing August.  Tree  is  vigorous  grower. 

FAMEUSE  or  SNOW.  Vigorous  growth;  medium 
size,  deep  crimson ; tender,  sub-acid,  melting^, 
delicious ; very  good ; hardy.  One  of  the  best 
dessert  apples.  Ripening  November  to  January. 


Standard  Tree,  5 to  7 feet,  75  cents  each; 
$7.50  per  dozen. 

HYSLOP.  Large  size;  dark  crimson  with  bloom; 
very  showy,  and  to  my  knowledge  the  best  of 
this  class. 


Cherries 


Standard  Trees,  2 to  3 years,  75  cents  each, 
$7.50  per  dozen. 

BLACK  TARTARIAN.  Sweet ; vigorous  growth  ; 
very  large ; purplish  black.  One  of  the  best. 
Ripening  end  of  June. 

EARLY  RICHMOND.  Sour.  Medium  size;  dark 
red ; juicy,  rich  acid  flavor.  The  stone  adheres 
to  the  stem.  One  of  the  most  valuable  sour 
Cherries. 


MAIDEN’S  BLUSH.  Free  growth ; large,  pale 
lemon  with  crimson  cheeks  ; flesh  white,  tender 
and  crisp,  sub-acid.  Tree  vigorous  and  good 
bearer.  Ripening  September  and  October. 

McINTOSH  RED.  Color  is  bright,  deep  red  ; flesh 
white  with  pinkish  tinge;  juicy  with  slight  acid 
flavor.  Hardy.  Ripening  November  to  Febru- 
ary. 


MONTMORENCY.  Sour.  Beautiful,  large,  red, 
acid  Cherry ; very  hardy ; productive. 

NAPOLEON.  Sweet.  Vigorous  growth;  very 
large ; pale  yellow  with  red  cheek ; firm,  juicy 
and  sweet ; very  good.  Ripening  first  of  July. 

Pears 


NORTHWESTERN  GREENING.  Fall  Apple.  Standard  Trees,  5 to  7 feet,  75  cents  each. 

Round ; very  large ; greenish-yellow,  extremely  $7.50  per  dozen, 

hardy,  vigorous ; bears  very  young.  Ripening  BARTLETT.  Yellow  with  red  cheek ; productive 
September.  and  of  luscious  flavor. 


RED  ASTRACHAN.  Large,  roundish  ; yellow  with 
dark  red  patches  ; flesh  decidedly  acid  and  juicy  ; 
highly  esteemed  on  account  of  its  fine  appear- 
ance, earliness  and  hardiness.  Ripening  July 
and  August. 

RHODE  ISLAND  GREENING.  Vigorous  growth ; 
large,  green,  fine  grained ; rich,  sub-acid ; very 
good.  Ripening  December  to  April. 

ROME  BEAUTY.  Moderate  growth,  large,  round  ; 
mottled  and  striped  in  different  shades  of  red ; 
flavor  and  quality  way  above  the  average ; ap- 
pearance and  size  are  its  valuable  points  ; tender, 
juicy,  sprightly,  sub-acid.  Ripening  December 
to  May. 

SPITZENBERG.  (Esopus).  Large,  round,  dark 
red  with  gray  dots  ; firm,  rich,  crisp,  juicy,  spicy 
and  delicious.  Ripening  December  to  April. 

STARK.  (Pride  of  Maine).  An  early  and  abun- 
dant bearer;  fruit  large  and  valued  for  its  long 
keeping  ; skin  greenish-yellow,  shaded  and  strip- 
ed red,  thinly  covered  with  light  brown  dots  ; 
flesh  yellow,  moderately  juicy,  mild.  Ripening 
January  to  May. 

STAYMAN’S  WINESAP.  A dark,  rich,  red  Apple 
with  indistinct  stripes  ; flesh  yellow,  not  in  the 
least  mealy,  plenty  of  juice ; firm.  Ripening 
November  to  April. 

SUTTON  BEAUTY.  Free  growth ; medium  to 
large ; yellow  and  crimson ; tender,  juicy,  sub- 
acid ; very  good  and  a long  keeper.  Ripening 
November  to  April. 

TALMAN’S  SWEET.  Free  growth ; medium ; 
bright  yellow  with  a few  dots  ; flesh  white,  firm, 
rich,  sweet.  Ripening  November  to  April. 

WAGENER.  Vigorous  growth,  medium  to  large; 
yellow  and  crimson,  fine  texture,  high  flavor  and 
excellent  quality,  juicy  and  sub-acid.  Ripening 
December  to  March. 


BEURRE  BOSC.  Large ; cinnamon  russet ; rich 
and  delicious.  One  of  the  best. 

BEURRE  D’ ANJOU.  Large;  greenish  russet; 

flesh  melting ; splendid  flavor. 

CLAPP’S  FAVORITE.  A popular  variety  ; large  ; 
yellow  and  red ; sweet  and  melting. 

DUCHESS  D’ANGOULEME.  Very  large;  green- 
ish-yellow, dull  red  cheek ; vigorous  grower ; 
good  bearer. 

LAWRENCE.  Above  medium  size;  yellow;  excel- 
lent quality.  One  of  the  best  early  winter 
Pears. 

SECKEL.  Small ; yellowish-brown ; decidedly 
spicy  flavor. 

SHELDON.  Large ; very  juicy,  melting,  sweet 
and  vinous.  A fine  grower  and  good  bearer. 
Ripening  October  and  November. 

Plums 

Standard  Tree,  5 to  6 feet,  75  cents  each. 

ABUNDANCE.  Large;  bright  red,  yellow  cheeks; 
flesh  light  yellow,  very  juicy  and  sweet.  Early 
annual  and  profuse  bearer.  Ripening  September. 

BURBANK.  Of  Japanese  origin.  Large ; clear 
cherry  red ; good  quality ; hardy,  productive. 
Ripening  August. 

RED  JUNE.  Of  immense  value  for  its  early  rip- 
ening. Fruit  medium  to  large ; deep  purplish 
red.  Flesh  pale  yellow.  One  of  the  best.  Rip- 
ening August. 

Quince 

Standard  Quince,  3 to  4 feet,  $1.00  each; 

$10.00  per  dozen. 

ORANGE.  Fruit  large ; roundish ; bright  golden 
yellow  ; very  productive. 


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Decorative  Dahlia — J.  M.  Goodrich.  50  cents  each;  $5.00  per  dozen.  (See  page  27). 
One  of  the  Most  Attractive  Dahlias  Grown. 


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East  Bridgewater  Dahlia  Gardens  J.  K.  Alexander , East  Bridgewater , Massachusetts 


Success 

Lawns  and 
Shrubbery' 

Flowering  plants  in 
^nriJbf>/ant pots,  garden  vases,  win- 
dow boxes,  hedges,  etc.,  also 
climbing  vines  and  lawn  shrubbery,  in 
order  to  live,  thrive  and  flourish,  should  be  fed 
on  a rich  and  nutritious,  readily  assimilated  and  easily 
digested  organic  plant  food,  applied  at  regular  intervals.  It 
should  not  be  merely  a chemical  stimulant,  but  a food  that  will  make  plant 
life  itself  and  that  will  bring  forth  rich  colored,  healthy  foliage  and  verdure 
and  an  abundance  of  highly  colored,  well  marked  and  beautiful  flowers. 


RED  SNAPPER  PLANT  FOOD 


Red  Snapper  Plant  Food  is  a wonderfully  rich,  very  nutritious,  yet  harm- 
less fertilizer  for  plants  of  this  kind.  Its  effect  can  be  noticed  within  a few 
days  after  the  first  application.  Color  of  foliage  becomes  a darker  green  and 
flowers  and  blossoms  take  on  a beauty  of  coloring  and  size  beyond  all  expec- 
tations— the  wonder  and  admiration  of  all  who  see  them.  It  is  made  from 
the  head  bones  and  nitrogenous  cartilage  of  the  South  American  Red  Snap- 
per fish,  dried  under  intense  heat,  mixed  with  other  organic  plant  foods  to 
make  a perfectly  balanced  ration,  then  ground  and  bolted  in  flour  mill  ma- 
chinery into  a fine  meal.  It  is  thoroughly  sterilized,  clean  and  sanitary,  to 
be  used  in  the  finest  homes  and  conservatories  as  well  as  for  outside  use. 
Put  up  in  2-lb.  cans  including  an  8-oz.  package  of  Red  Snapper  Plant  Tonic 
which  is  used  to  give  the  plants  quicker  start.  Price,  50  cents,  postage  ex- 
tra. Also  put  up  in  I2l4-lb.  burlap  paper-lined  sacks,  price,  $1.50,  postage 
extra.  In  every  can  and  ever}'  sack  of  Red  Snapper  Plant  Food  there  is 
enclosed  a little  booklet  entitled  “House  Plants  and  Flower  Gardens — 
Their  Care  and  Culture.”  This  has  fourteen  pages  of 
general  information  in  regard  to  raising  flowers  and  shrub- 
bery. It  is  a valuable  book  and  worth  50  cents  alone  to 
any  lover  of  flowers.  It  gives  full  and  complete  instruc- 
tions as  to  planting,  repotting,  propagation,  watering, 
and  care  of  house  plants  and  flower  gardens. 

Address  all  orders  to: — 

J.  K.  ALEXANDER, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 


PLANT 

SOAP 

e.  .abathporflo^i 


50  Cents  Prepaid. 


188  High  Street,  Bristol,  R.  I., 

May  2,  1918. 

Mr.  J.  K.  Alexander, 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 

Dear  Sir : — My  order  for  Dahlias,  Gladioli,  Trit- 
oma,  and  Cannas  was  received  today  in  good  con- 
dition. Please  accept  my  thanks  for  the  extra 
Dahlia.  Yours  truly, 

JOHN  E.  ROBINSON. 


368  Bourgeois  St.,  Montreal,  Canada, 

April  3,  1917. 

Mr.  Alexander, 

Dear  Sir: — Please  accept  my  thanks  for  prompt 
shipment  which  came  to  hand  O.  K.  Will  look  for 
the  balance  of  order  later. 

Again  thanking  you,  I remain. 

Yours  truly, 

JACOB  DAVIES. 


ORDER  SHEET 

ISSUED  BY 

J.  K.  Alexander,  “The  Dahlia  King” 

East  Bridgewater,  Mass. 


Date Amount  Inclosed 


Your  Name 


(Please  write  distinctly). 


P.  O Street 

State  County  

Orders  for  less  than  $5.00  can  be  sent  in  stamps. 


Quantity 

DESCRIPTION 

Price 

1 

Would  appreciate  the  names  and  addresses  of  your  friends  who  grow  Dahlias. 


MEDAL  AWARDED  ME  FOR  DISPLAY  OF  GLADIOLI 
NEWPORT,  R.  I.,  AUGUST  1915 


"SILVER  MEDAL  AWARDED  ME  IN  OPEN  COMPETITION  WITH  THE  WORLD 


My  Growing  Exhibit  competed  against  over  six  hundred 
growers  to  win  diis  medal. 


THIS  MEDAL  WAS  AWARDED  ME  FOR  THE  BEST  DISPLAY  OF 
CACTUS  AND  DECORATIVE  DAHLIAS  EXHIBITED  AT 
HORTICULTURAL  HALL,  BOSTON, 

SEPTEMBER,  1909 


Field  View  of  the  Magnificent  Show  Dahlia 

MAUDE  ADAMS 


As  a Garden  and  Cut  Flower  Variety  It  Has  No  Equal 
See  Description  on  Page  33 


Prizes  from  the 
Massachusetts  Horticultural 

Society 

Horticultural  Hall,  Boston,  Massachusetts 

Exhibition  of  1917 

At  this  exhibition,  in  open  competition  with  the  world, 

I was  awarded  FIRST  PRIZE  for  each  of  the  fol- 
lowing: Cactus  Dahlias,  Show  and  Fancy  Dahlias, 

Peony-flowered  Dahlias,  Single  Dahlias, _ Pompon 
Dahlias,  and  Collection  of  Dahlias. 


A.  B.  MORSE  COMPANY,  ST.  JOSEPH,  MICHIGAN