BEAUTIFUL IRISES 
The Iris has been voted America’s most popular garden flower. 
There are good reasons why it has been accorded this signal honor. 
First, it is extremely hardy and thrives over a wide territory. Then, 
it is easy to grow, gives quick results, and is admirably adapted to 
all types of decorative plantings. You will get a lot of pleasure 
from growing Irises. 
Irises mark the boundaries of a well kept lawn 
Why Irises 
Of all the garden flowers, the Iris is the most popular. It has 
been so honored by the Garden Club of America. There are good 
reasons why. 
First of all, Irises are extremely hardy. In various forms and 
types, they are found growing wild and under cultivation in all 
climates and in all parts of the world. Their varied species make 
them adaptable to almost any cultural condition. 
Then, Irises are easy to grow. They are easy to plant, and 
they usually flower well the first season. With care they can be 
transplanted at any time—even when in full bloom. 
Irises just naturally lend themselves to garden planning. In 
borders or in beds, in rockeries or about the lawn, in broad masses 
or in tiny nooks, they are ornamental. 
Irises afford a long flowering season. Beginning in April be¬ 
fore the tulips reach their prime, they last through many weeks 
and lap well over into Peony-time. 
But best of all, Irises are colorful. Their rich and velvety 
purples, their clean blues and yellows, and their delicate orchid-like 
lavenders and pinks are effective beyond compare. By their use, 
all the fairy colors of the heavens are available to “paint” a pleas¬ 
ing setting for the home. 
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