Irish Roses 
Irish Roses are a class of Hybrid Teas with single flowers, or those 
which are only senii-clouble. It does not necessarily follow that these 
Roses are of Irish origin, but to a large extent they were introduced by 
the Rose-growers of the Emerald Isle. 
A marked characteristic is the profuse amount of bloom carried by 
the plants. Many Rose fanciers consider the bud more attractive than 
the open flower, but in any event they both are distinctly beautiful. The 
blooms are carried on long sprays, and are therefore desirable for cut¬ 
ting. The plants are entirely hardy, grow well in open sun, and thus 
become a decided addition to the Rose-garden. The culture for the Irish 
Roses is exactly the same as that given to Hybrid Teas. 
CUBA. HT. We like this Rose because of its color, which is cardinal-red with a slight 
yellow tinge. The bloom is single or semi-double and remains in good condition 
from 24 to 36 hours. The plant is vigorous, upright in growth, and has few thorns. 
Best-grade, 2-yr. plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz., postpaid. 
DAINTY BESS. HT. Single, broad-petaled, rose-colored flowers carried in clusters; 
the blooms are marked by a large flat group of stamens. Best-grade, 2-yr. plants, 
50 cts. each, $5 per doz., postpaid. 
IRISH ELEGANCE. HT. Such 
a quantity of single flowers are 
carried during the season that 
the bush looks like a huge, 
bronzy orange-scarlet bouquet. INNOCENCE 
As the flowers age they take 
apricot hues. Best-grade, 2-yr. plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz., postpaid. 
IRISH FIREFLAME. HT. The small bud, spiral in form, is madder-rose splashed 
with crimson. This dainty bud opens into a large, single flower 5 inches or 
more across, dark orange or old-gold veined with lemon and crimson. The 
plant is a hardy, compact, bushy grower with bronzy green foliage. Best- 
grade, ‘2-yr. plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz., postpaid. 
INNOCENCE. IIT. The flowers are peculiar in that they are 
considered single, yet have two rows of petals and are often 
5 inches in diameter. A group of golden yellow stamens is 
surrounded by the pure white petals. The plant is a profuse 
bloomer, carrying the flowers in large clusters; in habit it is 
upright, with dark green, mildew-proof foliage. Best-grade, 
2-yr. plants, 75 cts. each, $7.50 per doz., postpaid. 
IRISH FIREFLAME 
K. OF K. (Kitchener of 
Khartoum). HT. Daz¬ 
zling scarlet blooms, 
which are semi-double 
and have a velvety sheen, are borne during 
the entire season; they are lasting and ex¬ 
tremely fragrant. Best-grade, 2-yr. plants, 
50 cts. each, $5 per doz., postpaid. 
LULU. HT. Another desirable garden Rose 
which has long-pointed, deep orange-red buds 
opening into a large, single, salmon-pink 
flower. The blooms may be borne singly or in 
groups on long, stiff stems; they have a slight 
fragrance and remain in good condition for a 
considerable period after cutting. Best-grade, 
2-yr. plants, 50 cts. each, $5 per doz., postpaid. 
THE "OULD SOD" COLLECTION 
Irish Roses are a bit unusual; they have a pecu¬ 
liar freedom and grace not found in other classes. 
We suggest that you try this trio— 
Irish Elegance Irish Fireflame 
Innocence 
ONE PLANT OF EACH (three <T-f C 
plants in all), POSTPAID I • 3 V/ 
DAINTY BESS 
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