. Hawkins, A very showy and eflfective section of this desirable gar- den flower. The blooms are of peculiar shade, resembling in some varieties tlie Cactus "Cereiis ; Hence the name, " Cactus ; They grow from 3 to 4 feet high, are very branching, and bear profusely their very striking flowers, which are quite unlike those of an ordinary double Dahlia, the florets being flat and not cupped. Cochineal. Brilliant crimson, toned maroon. Constance, or Ariel. Pure white, of elegant shape, and one of the freest blooming. Empress of India. An intense deep cri
. Hawkins, A very showy and eflfective section of this desirable gar- den flower. The blooms are of peculiar shade, resembling in some varieties tlie Cactus "Cereiis ; Hence the name, " Cactus ; They grow from 3 to 4 feet high, are very branching, and bear profusely their very striking flowers, which are quite unlike those of an ordinary double Dahlia, the florets being flat and not cupped. Cochineal. Brilliant crimson, toned maroon. Constance, or Ariel. Pure white, of elegant shape, and one of the freest blooming. Empress of India. An intense deep crimson, shaded maroon and magenta; the flowers are of medium size and borne in profusion. Fire King (Glare of the Garden). Fiery crimson scarlet, flowers of medium size and produced in profusion, giving the i)lant a rich and dazzling appearance. Formosissinia Picta. Orange color with bright scarlet stripes; a distinct and taking flower. Guinea. Amber tinted rose; a very pretty flower. Juarezi. A grand and distinct variety, valuable for all purposes through late summer and autumn. Large flowers of rich crimson-scarlet color. Lyndhnrst. Rich deep scarlet shaded maroon, excellent for cutting and a fitting companion for Constance. Mrs. Hawkins. Of close, neat habit, rich sulphur yellow, shading lighter towards the tips and slightly tinted red ; a lovely flower. i>Irs. Tail. A peculiar and pretty Dahlia, somewhat resembling Juarezi, and is a fine improvement on Constance or Ariel in its whiteness and serrated form and ajipearance, and must become a general favorite for cut flowers. It does not require rich soil and preparation, but will grow almost anywhere. 25 cts. each ; $ per dozen ; set of 10 varieties $ DAHLIAS. DOUBLE FLOWERING. For exhibition purposes the varieties entered in this list are admirably adapted. They should be liberally supplied with water and manure, and kept in a growing condition. Amazement. Yellow, striped with crimson. Amazon. Primrose,
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