Burgess’ Choice Iris 
Bearded or German Iris 
The German Iris is one of the most beautiful of hardy garden 
plants. Will grow almost anywhere, in out-of-the-way corners, 
among shrubbery, etc., but for best results plant in a well drained 
sunny situation, barely covering the roots. Avoid fresh manure 
in preparing the bed. They require very little care, and will re¬ 
main in the ground from year to year. 
In the descriptions “S” denotes the stands or upright petals 
and “F” denotes the falls or drooping petals. The figures fol¬ 
lowing descriptions refer to the height of the flowering stem. 
ALCAZAR. S. soft violet; F. rich crimson-purple with white throat. 3 ft. 
AMBASSADEUR. S. deep bronzy-lavender; F. maroon and purple., 3y 2 ft. 
DREAM. Soft, clear pink. A fine variety. 3 ft. 
HER MAJESTY. S. rosy-pink; F. darker pink veined crimson. 2% ft. 
KOCHII. S. and F. rich velvety purple; very early. 2 ft. 
LORELEY. S. yellow splashed purple; F. purple bordered cream. 2% ft. 
MOTHER OF PEARL. Iridescent coloring of mother of pearl. 4 ft. 
PRINCESS BEATRICE. S. and F. soft lavender. Flowers large. 3 ft. 
PROSPER LAUGIER. S. fiery bronze; F. rich ruby-red. 3 ft. 
QUEEN OF MAY. S. and F. soft lilac-pink. One of the most popular. 2% ft. 
RHEINE NIXE. S. white; F. rich violet-purple bordered bluish-violet. 3 ft. 
SHEKINAH. Pale lemon-yellow, deeper at center. 3 ft. 
All the above named varieties of German Iris, 15c each; 3 for 
1 35 c; 6 for 60c . 12 for $|.oo, postpaid. In lots of 50 or more, 
by express, not prepaid, 8c each. 
World’s Finest Iris 
The Dykes Memorial Medal is awarded to only one Iris each 
year in America. Any Iris that receives this award must be little 
short of perfect. The following varieties have each been given the 
Dykes Award. 
RAIN OF GOLD (Pluie D’Or). 41 inches. Deep, clear yellow on 
tall stems. Extra strong blooming habit, flowers covering the en¬ 
tire plant. 35c each; 3 for 70c, postpaid. 
RAMESES. 40 inches. One of the most perfect flowers in exist¬ 
ence. Color, a blend of tourmaline pink and soft yellow with a 
yellow glow at the center. 35c each ; 3 for 70c, postpaid. 
SAN FRANCISCO. 44 inches. Fine, large flowers of pure white 
with a feather stitched edge of lavender. 35c each; 3 for 70c, 
postpaid. 
10 Select Varieties 
BEAU SABREUR. 34 inches. Amber stands and red falls. Large velvety flowers 
with brilliant clear colors. Early. Recently sold for $15.00 each. 30c each; 3 for 
60c, postpaid. 
BLUE BANNER. 36 inches. A glorified blue bicolor. Stands bright lavender- 
blue and falls deep pansy-violet with a lavender border. 25c each; 3 for 50c, post¬ 
paid. 
APRIL FLOWERING 
DWARF IRIS 
The earliest Iris to bloom after Iris Reticulata. The 
first buds open up in late March or early April and 
stay in bloom until well into May. The plants are so 
completely covered with flowers that you can scarcely 
see the foliage. We can supply the following varieties: 
BRIDE. 6 inches. A popular snow white variety with 
the fragrance of the Rose. 
CYANEA. 6 inches. Very fragrant blooms of rich 
crimson-purple. 
ORANGE QUEEN. 6 inches. Fine blooms of uniform, 
deep, clear yellow, wax-like texture. 
ROYAL PURPLE. 8 inches. Deep royal purple flow¬ 
ers. One of the earliest to bloom. 
SOUND MONEY. 10 inches. Deep, rich golden-yel¬ 
low. Not only one of our finest dwarf Irises, but has 
an added advantage because it blooms again in the fall. 
PPJPPC Your selection of April Flowering Dwarf 
4 i r i s a t 25c each; 3 for 60c; 6 for $1.10; 
12 for $2.00, postpaid. 
BLUE VELVET. 46 inches. Very appropriately named. The intense, deep blue 
flowers appear to have been cut out of velvet. 40c each; 3 for 80c, postpaid. 
CLARA NOYES. 36 inches. Rich blend of talisman rose colors, and one Of the 
greatest attractions in any garden. Early. 35c each; 3 for 70c, postpaid. 
DON JUAN. 40 inches. Gigantic blooms of rich garnet-red. Awarded a special 
prize by the Iris Commission of France as one of the three best Irises of the year 
of introduction. 50c each; 3 for $1.25, postpaid. 
KING TUT. 34 inches. One of the most brilliant of the fiery red tones. A hard 
Iris to beat. 25c each; 3 for 50c, postpaid. 
PHEBUS. 42 inches. Beautiful, well formed flowers of soft creamy yellow. Re¬ 
ceived French Award of Merit. 35c each; 3 for 70c, postpaid. 
SENSATION. 48 inches. Clear analine-blue. A perfect flower of gigantic size 
and a very free bloomer. The most popular blue Iris we have. 40c each; 3 for 80c, 
postpaid. 
SERENADE. 30 inches. The best pink Iris we know of. Beautiful for mass ef¬ 
fect and always greatly admired. 25c each; 3 for 50c, postpaid. 
WHITE AND GOLD. 36 inches. Pure satiny white with brilliant golden beard. 
Flowers of perfect form and substance. The best Iris for landscape work. 25c each; 
3 for 50c, postpaid. 
<tO QPP’f'’! A I One each of the above 10 Selected Varieties for 
A-iV^l/ALi only $2.00, postpaid. 
SPECIAL NOTICE 
It has been found that Iris roots will establish themselves better 
if transplanted during the summer. To assist you in securing the 
best possible results we will withhold all Iris shipments until after 
the blooming season, unless you specifically instruct us otherwise. 
Delivery will be made in late July or August, depending on weather 
conditions. This does not apply to Japanese Iris. 
Fall Blooming Iris 
The fall blooming Iris perform a double duty in the flower 
garden. They flower during the usual spring Iris season and 
again in September, continuing until frost. 
AUTUMN KING. The original fall blooming Iris. A verv 
satisfactory blue and purple bicolor. 25c each; 3 for 50c, post¬ 
paid. 
SEPTEMBER SKIES. Both stands and falls of rich deep 
purple. A free bloomer and very attractive. 30c each; 3 for 
75c, postpaid. 
ULTRA. Brilliant ultra-marine blue. Its unusual color 
makes it outstanding, even among the spring flowering va¬ 
rieties. 75c each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
SPECIAL OFFER: One each of the above 3 varieties of fall 
blooming Iris for only $1.15, postpaid. 
Summer Flowering Iris 
The Shilka Iris is a native of Siberia and named for the 
town where it was found growing wild. Its origin makes it 
hardy everywhere. Starts blooming in July, after others are 
gone, and continues in bloom for a month or more. Its color 
is a combination of blue, purple and creamy white and very 
difficult to describe. The flowers are fragrant and as many as 
12 or 15 on a stalk at one time. 25c each; 3 for 50c; 12 for 
$1.75, postpaid. 
Bargain Iris Mixture 
This fine mixture of German Tris contains a most wonderful 
variety of showy colors, including popular sorts which wo 
haven’t in large enough quantities to offer as named varieties 
6 for 50c; 12 for 85c; 25 for $1.50, postpaid in lots of 50 or 
more, by express, not prepaid, 4 cents each. 
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