NOTE: Use this sheet when sending order. Planting directions will accompany each shipment. 
PLANTING DIRECTIONS FOR BEARDED IRIS 
Prepare the soil to a depth of at least 10 inches, mixing in any non-acid commercial fei-tilizer, such as steamed 
bone meal, Vigoro, superphosphate, etc. Well-rotted barnyard manure or sheep guano, if not used too heavily, is 
satisfactory when mixed well in the soil. Planting in fairly loose, non-acid soil, in sun or semi-shade, and in a well- 
drained location is best. Place the root so that the top surface of the fleshy rhizome will be flush with the ground 
and just barely exposed. Keep the ground moist and well stirred at all times, but especially after planting, to 
achieve best results. Iris may be planted from 8 to 18 inches apart, depending on the effect desired. Divide every 
three or four years. June, July, August and September planting is advisable, although October and November plant¬ 
ings are satisfactory except in those sections having severe winters. Remember that iris roots may be shipped long 
distances in perfect safety. 75 per cent of our shipments are made to customers residing more than 1000 miles away. 
We recommend winter covering in the northern and colder parts of the U. S. A litter of corn stalks, marsh hay, 
straw, pine boughs, salt hay, or anything that will not mat or pack down, and will merely shade the ground and at 
the same time allow ample ventilation. This covering is desirable to prevent recurrent thawing and freezin'g which 
might heave the plants and expose them to the elements. The covering should not be put on until the ground freezes; 
and should be removed the following spring. Do not use leaves or manure for covering, as these are likely to induce rot. 
UTILITY OF IRIS 
Iris may be used where other plants will not survive. Their hardiness is amazing. 
Iris may be made the predominating garden feature, or they may be used as distinct novelty plants. The most 
pleasing effects can be obtained by massing, but separate clumps of individual varieties are very beautiful. 
Iris as a hobby can not be surpassed. Stamp collecting and antiques fail to give the satisfaction and joy that a 
flower lover may obtain—for an iris collection will lead one across the border and away from life’s worries into a won¬ 
derland of delight. The thrill of seeing a new variety blooming in your garden can not be equaled. 
The new varieties of iris surpass in beauty the blossoms of every other flower. The new creations are large, tall, 
and of exquisite color blendings—far superior to the inferior sorts available a decade ago. 
LABELS—KEEPING VARIETY NAME 
Many amateur gardeners do not wish to go to the added expense and labor of keeping names of varieties or plants 
in their garden. But others desire to keep a record of where and when the plant was purchased as well as its name. 
For such gardeners we recommend the Ever-last Glass Label Protectors. 
This protector consists of a fairly thick glass tube three inches long with a glass circle at the closed end. A heavy 
copper wire is wrapped through this glass circle and may be attached to stake or plant. A rubber cork v/ith a double 
wire attachment seals the tube. A strip of paper two inches wide, on one side of which may be written the complete 
record and on the other side of which may be written the variety name, is attached to the double wire which runs from 
the cork down the tube. The variety name is then plainly read through the glass. No moisture can get into the tube; 
the heavy glass is almost unbreakable; and the tube can be used over and over again with new names inserted as va¬ 
rieties or plants are changed in the garden. 
Prices are as follows: 10 or less at 10c each; 25 or less at 9c; 50 or less at 8c; 100 or more at 7c. Send orders 
direct to J. M, Jackson, 320 Market Street, San Francisco, California. 
PLANTING DIRECTIONS FOR ORIENTAL POPPIES 
The poppy is a gorgeous flower which grow’s with little care and blooms profusely over a long period in late spring 
and early summer. They are invaluable additions to any garden and blend well with others flowers. With a back¬ 
ground of blue Anchusa, they are exquisite. 
We are now able to offer a wide range of colors, the varieties coming in various shades of pink, orange, red, 
salmon, white, and maroon. Order Poppies with your Iris and we shall send at proper planting time. Plant in August 
or September, setting the roots a few inches below the surface and keeping them well watered. Any fairly rich, 
non-acid soil is satisfactory. 
Poppies make excellent cut flowers when cut in morning or evening if the ends are burned immediately after cut¬ 
ting. This burning not only seals the stem but sterilizes the cut surface. Re-cut again just before burning, after re¬ 
moving from the garden to the fire. 
PLANTING DIRECTIONS FOR HEMEROCALLIS 
Ilemerocallis grow from thick, fleshy, tuberous roots—not bulbs—and may be planted any month in the year, pro¬ 
vided the soil is kept moist. The roots should be placed about three inches deep in rich garden loam. If soil is light 
and sandy, it may be improved by the liberal addition of well decayed cow manure, well mixed with humus and rich soil. 
Holes should be made large enough to accommodate amply the tubers without crowding. Roots should be spread and the 
soil worked around them. 
Clumps often may be left undisturbed as long as four to six years without loss in size or number of flowers, but 
should be taken up and divided at the expiration of that period, as in old clumps the roots become firmly matted near 
the middle. The wasteful competition between the too-numerous roots weakens the general condition and vitality of 
the plant, causing the flowers to deteriorate. 
In any fair soil, if given a reasonable amount of moisture, the plants will produce excellent flowers. The Daylily 
stands extreme moisture, and even though half submerged the plants will thrive. They may be planted in full sun or 
partial shade. 
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