IRIS GERMANICA — GERMAN IRIS 
The German Irises are considered by many flower 
lovers to be the finest of our hardy plants. The shape 
of the blossom, which for centuries has lent itself to 
artistic design, coupled with the magnificent color¬ 
ings of recent introduction — presents a picture that 
is loveliness itself. 
CULTURE. The culture of all classes of bearded irises is of 
the simplest. There are only two requirements — sun and good 
drainage. The roots (or rhizomes) should be planted horizontally 
with a light covering of soil; not more than an inch and even less in 
light soil. Planting may be done in the spring or fall, but the very 
best time is just after the blooming season has passed. The rhizomes 
branch and in time crowd each other, therefore they should be 
dug, divided and replanted every third to fifth year. 
"S" refers to the three standard or upright curling 
petals. 
"F" refers to the three falls or drooping petals. 
$ indicates fragrant flower. 
Season: E, Early; M, Midseason; L, Late. 
AMBASSADEUR (Vilmorin, 1920) 40 inches. L. 
S. smoky reddish-violet; F. deep, velvety brown. One of the 
finest. 
BALDWIN (H. Sass, 1927) 30 inches. M. 
Giant violet-purple flowers with a metallic sheen, sometimes 
described as "electric blue". One of the largest varieties. 
BEAU SABREUR (Williamson, 1930) 32 inches. M. 
S. yellow; F. oxblood-red. Velvety texture, fine form and 
very floriferous. 
CASTALIA (Williamson, 1933) $ 34 inches. M. 
The bluest Iris we know. Large, perfect in form and heavy 
texture. An outstanding favorite. 
CINNABAR (Williamson, 1928) 36 inches. M. 
A rich red-purple Iris that should be in every collection. Very 
popular in both Europe and America. 
DAUNTLESS (Connell, 1929) 40 inches. M. 
This DYKES MEDAL WINNER is a beautiful rose-red with 
velvety falls. Unmatched in its color class. 
DOLLY MADISON (Williamson, 1927) 38 inches. E. 
A mauve and yellow blend, reminiscent of Quaker Lady but 
five times as large. A very popular "smoky" variety. 
DOROTHY DIETZ (Williamson, 1929) 36 inches. M. 
S. pure white; F. pansy-violet. A striking variety that will 
prove a bright spot in any planting. 
FRIEDA MOHR (Mohr, 1926) $ 40 inches. M-L. 
The best deep, pink-lavender, with the accepted ideal form. 
Very large and showy. 
GRACE STURTEVANT (Bliss, 1926) £ 28 inches. M. 
An outstanding, rich brown Iris, with orange beard. One of 
the famous Dominion race. An exquisite variety. 
GUDRUN (K. Dykes, 1931) 36 inches. E-M. 
Enormous blooms of pure white, dusted with gold at the 
throats. Rich gold beard. Winner of many medals. 
KATHERINE McFARLAND (Spitzer, 1928) 20 inches. L. 
Beauty does not depend on size. Here is a rich blackish- 
purple; the darkest of its height, for the front of the border. 
KING TUT (H. Sass, 1926) 28 inches. M-L. 
A brilliant, brick-red Iris that blazes in the sun like a glowing 
ember. Plant it with an evergreen background for best effect. 
LODESTAR (Hall, 1925) 24 inches. M. 
One of the brightest Irises in existence. S. brilliant yellow; F. 
claret, with bright yellow edge. A "high light" in any garden. 
LOS ANGELES (Mohr-Mitchell, 1927) $ 45 inches. M. 
Large and tall, with ideal shape. S. satiny white; F. whbe 
faintly flushed with blue. No collection is complete without this 
fine Iris. 
MARY BARNETT (Cumbler, 1926) $ 36 inches. M. 
Light blue, with prominent orange beard and horizontal falls. 
Looks well with Rheingauperle and Pluie d'Or. 
MELDORIC (Ayres, 1930) 38 inches. M-L. 
Large blue-black flowers, lighted by an orange beard. S. 
dome shaped; F. flarina. One of the richest and most striking 
varieties ever introduced. 
Dolly Madison Iris 
MRS. VALERIE WEST (Bliss, 1925) $ 40 inches. M. 
S. bronze shot with lavender; F. rich maroon-crimson-violet. 
Large blooms of fine texture. A world famous Iris. 
PINK SATIN (J. Sass, 1930) 38 inches. M. 
S. and F. are a lovely satiny pink. One of the finest of the 
pink Irises. 
PLUIE d'OR (Cayeaux, 1928) 32 inches. M. 
A fine yellow of medium size and medium color depth. Its 
name meaning Golden Rain is well chosen. An outstanding 
variety of this color. 
PRINCESS BEATRICE (Barr, 1898) $ 38 inches. E. 
S. and F. light lavender-blue. The oldest Iris in this list, and 
unexcelled by blues of more recent introduction. A necessary 
variety on any list. 
RHEINGAUPERLE (Goos & Koenemann, 1924) $ 28 inches. M. 
A richly silvered pink that blooms freely, and blends pleas¬ 
ingly with Mary Barnett. It should be in every Iris collection. 
SENSATION (Cayeaux, 1925) $ 28 inches. M-L. 
One of the finest blues. S. cupped; F. flaring. Of perfect form 
and substance. Sensation is a very fitting name for this beautiful 
variety. 
SHAH JEHAN (Neeley, 1932) 38 inches. L. 
S. buff, shading to yellow; F. reddish-brown. Oriental in color 
and of great carrying power. Said to contain more colors than 
any Iris in commerce. 
SHEKINAH (Sturtevant, 1918) $ 32 inches. M. 
Pale lemon-yellow, with well branched stems. Medium sized 
blooms. 
SIR MICHAEL (Yeld, 1925) 30 inches. M. 
S. lavender; F. red-purple, with rich brown haft. A fine 
English introduction. 
SNOW WHITE (Sturtevant, 1926) $ 38 inches. M. 
A pure, clear white of good height. An excellent variety and 
useful in separating strong colors in the garden. 
SOUV. DE MME. GAUDICHAU (Millet, 1914) $ 36 inches. E. 
A fine old purple Iris, distinguished by a blue beard. 
Planted with Shekinah, the contrast is very effective. 
TOKAY (Nichols) 28 inches. M. 
Lovely blend of salmon-pink and yellow tones. An unusual 
color and highly recommended. 
TOSCANA (Counterman, 1932) $ 36 inches. L. 
A sulphine-yellow self that gives the impression of old gold. 
It has good form, grace of carriage, substance, vigor and 
floriferousness. 
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