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An Iris Lover’s Catalog” 
How to Use This Catalog 
An explanation of our Color Classifications 
To simplify the problem of Iris selection, and there are multitudes 
of varieties from which to select, we originated and developed what 
we call our "Iris map” method of color classification—A method which 
has created wide interest and much favorable comment from Iris 
enthusiasts every where, including various distinguished members of 
the American Iris Society and the Iris Society of England. 
In these Iris maps, or tables, we list what we believe to be the 
finest examples in the various color tones within each color-group 
and show the comparitive and relative merits of each variety, regard¬ 
less of price, whether it be one of the newest novelties or one of the 
old reliable "favorites”. 
Our color grouping method is quite simple as you will see by 
referring to the map diagram on the opposite page. There are four 
main divisions, each having three subdivisions. For example; Sec¬ 
tion 1 comprises all Iris having a dominant blue cast; section lA con¬ 
taining the light blue lavenders, etc.; section IB, the blue purples of 
medium tone-depth and section 1C, the real deep blue purple tones. 
Other^, main and subdivisions are also shown on the diagram on op¬ 
posite page. Each subdivision has its own Iris map table listing all 
the Iris varieties coming within that color classification, beginning 
with section lA, the light blue lavenders shown on page 8. 
Suppose you have heard of the Iris variety Sensation, and wish 
to know something about its color, habits, etc. First refer to the 
alphabetical index beginning on page 57. You find Sensation desig¬ 
nated lA. Because it is blue, it is listed under section 1, and because 
it is light blue it belongs in subdivision A; by further referring to the 
map table for section lA on page 8 you find Sensation as being a self 
and tall, blooming in midseason. Further descriptions follow tables. 
Other varieties may be located in the same manner. 
A little study of the diagram on the opposite page, showing the 
main and secondary color classifications used in our method of color 
grouping, and reference to the corresponding "Iris map” tables, will, 
we are sure, convince you that this is indeed the simplest and most 
logical method yet evolved for accurately placing and presenting Iris. 
This method, is original with us, is the result of much of pioneering 
effort, close study and detailed comparisons of quality and other data. 
Iris Selection Made Easy 
Under our method of presentation you not only find grouped 
together in one table all the Iris of a certain color similarity, but you 
find them classified according to their merit within that group. The 
super, or very best; class 1 Iris, and those that rate next best—thus 
giving you the benefit of authoritative opinions regarding the relative 
values of each variety within each group. In addition we tabulate in¬ 
teresting data concerning minor differences of color, season of bloom, 
height, etc.,—following these tables with short descriptions. 
The Iris presented in the various tables represent what we con¬ 
sider the best 500 on the market. It has been our custom fcJr years 
to grow a complete Iris collection under test and observation. Each 
year close duplications are culled, the best kept and the newer, more 
worthy Iris added. From the entire listing we select and identify by 
symbol the 100 Best or Super Iris—those that rank above all others. 
The next best 200, close in merit to the best, are rated Class 1 Iris 
and together comprise the best 300 on the market. Still another class 
are listed as class 2, having excellent features but not quite equalling 
the others. Each class is identified for easy reference by different 
styles of type and symbols in each table. 
Gratify your longing for beautiful Iris—add variety to your col¬ 
lection each year and enjoy the most pleasurable garden pastime 
imaginable. "An Iris Lovers Catalog” supplies all the help you need. 
