joS Si. Paul Si., Rochesler, N. Y. 
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IRIS PUMILLA 
These resemble the Cermanicas. They are very dwarf, not over 
15 in. tall, and bloom in April and May before the tall varieties. 
'•‘Bride—Very large white. ‘^Lutea—Golden yellow. 
‘•‘Formosa—S—deep blue; F—dark purple. 
IRIS KAEMPFERI (Japanese Iris) 
These are magnificent, and where they succeed, surpass every¬ 
thing. They require well-enriched soil and plenty of moisture dur¬ 
ing early summer but standing water should be avoided. The flow¬ 
ers are very large and their delicate colorings are hard to describe. 
They bloom in July after the German Iris. The varieties listed be¬ 
low represent the best selection from a large collection. 
Cekka-no-nami—Glistening white, very early and free. Double. 
35 cents each. 
Hercules—Glear lilac blue. Double. 35 cents each. 
Koki-no-iro—Rich violet purple, white petioloids tipped violet. 
Large blossoms, early and free bloomer. Double. 35 cents 
eacn. 
Mahogany—Purplish red. Late. Extra large. Double. 35 cents 
each. 
Melpomene—Soft blue veined dark blue. Double. 35 cents eacn. 
Proserpine—Velvety blue sanded on white ground. General effect, 
soft blue. Single. 35 cents each. 
Uchiu—Gerulean blue, golden center. Very large double flowers. 
Has a long blooming season. 35 cents each. 
IRIS SPECIES 
^‘Iris Cristata—A native creeping variety. Grested flowers, rich 
amethyst blue. 3 in. May. 
Iris Siberian, Orientalis, Blue King—Large clear blue flowers pro¬ 
duced in profusion. Likes a moist place. 3 ft. May and June. 
Iris Siberian, Orientalis, Snow Queen—Similar to the above wtih 
snow-white flowers, (c). 
*lris Tectorum—This is the roof iris of japan, where it is grown 
on the thatched roofs. A beautiful variety, crested blue flow¬ 
ers. 12 in. Well-drained soil. (w). May and June. 35 cents 
*‘Jasione Perennis (Sheeps Scabious)—Lavender blue scabiosa-like 
flowers. Very attractive. 6 in. June and July. Well-drained 
soil. 35 cents each. 
Lathyrus Latifolius (Everlasting Pea)—Charming herbaceous climb¬ 
ers flowering a long season. Very permanent. Ordinary soil. 
Lavendula Vera (Sweet Lavender)—The true old-fashioned variety, 
aromatic foliage and fragrant blue flowers. 1 V 2 ft. July and 
August. Well-drained soil. Protect in cold climates, (c). 
<‘Leontopodium Alpinus (Edelweis)—A well known plant from the 
Alps, grey foliage and clusters of small yellow flowers surround¬ 
ed by white woolly bracts. 5 in. June to August. Likes light 
well-drained limestone soil. 
^-'Liatris Ligulistylis (Mountain Cay Feather)—A dwarf species 
flowering in June and sometimes again later in the season. 
Large rosy purple flowers in spikes on 5 in. stems. An easily 
grown dwarf variety fine for the rockery, (w). 35 cents 
each. 
Liatris Pycnostachya (Blazing Star or Kansas Cay Feather) — 
(Button Snake Root)—Grass-like foliage and tall spikes of rich 
purple flowers. Unusual and attractive. Excellent for cut flow¬ 
ers. 5 ft. August and September. Ordinary soil. Should not 
be planted deep. (c). 
Liatris Scariosa—Clear purple flowers on SYz ft. spikes in August. 
Another valuable cut flower, (c). 
LILIES—HARDY CARDEN VARIETIES 
No garden is complete without its lilies. Those listed below are 
some of the hardiest and most easily grown. By following a few 
cultural hints they should be successfully grown in any garden. 
Many are easily forced and good for cutting. 
Auratum (Cold Banded Lily of Japan)—One of the handsomest 
but unfortunately is liable to be of short duration here. Its 
large fragrant blooms are white spotted brown with a golden 
yellow band running through each petal. Usually arrives from 
Japan with the Speciosum varieties too late for fall planting. 
Should be planted in early spring. Cover at least 6 in. deep, 
placing some sand and peat in the bottom of the trench. Well- 
drained soi.l 4 ft. August and September. 40 cents each; 
$4.00 per doz. 
Candidum (Madonna or St. Josephs Lily) (Ascension Lily)—This 
popular garden variety has many common names. Large fra¬ 
grant pure white trumpet-shaped flowers in July. Best planted 
4 in. deep in fall and left undisturbed. 3 ft. 35 cents each. 
