GUDRUN (Dykes) 
This is a hardy, large flowered white iris from England that has 
shown up to particular advantage in the colder climates. The flowers 
are exceptionally large and in our particular locality seem out of 
proportion to the rather short stems. This fault is evidently not 
apparent in many sections of the country. 25c; 3 for 50c 
HAPPY DAYS (Mitchell) 
One of the new yellows of exceptional size, a solid uniform clean 
color of medium tone, and strong vigorous growth. Reports from all 
parts of the country praise Happy Days for its beauty and its out- 
standing performance. 3/4 feet. 35c; 3 for 75c 
IMPERIAL BLUSH (Sass) 
One of the best of the pink irises and a welcome addition to 
any collection. The flowers are large and handsome, and have a 
delightful fragrance. Imperial Blush is a Sass production and is 
regarded by many to be superior to Pink Satin. 31% feet. 
35c; 3 for 75c 
INCOGNITO (C. G: White) 
A giant among the deep red-purples, this iris will command your 
attention and respect. It was introduced in 1938 and created such a 
sensation that it was sold out almost at once. To build uo stock it 
was withheld from the catalog last year. Our supply is still limited 
and we anticipate selling out early again this year. 4 feet. $3.50 
INDIAN CHIEF (Ayres) 
The popularity of this iris seems to increase from year to year. 
It is a striking red flower, with standards a beautiful pinkish red, 
and falls a deep rich velvety red. Very well branched, with flowers 
of good size and firm substance. A vigorous grower, this handsome 
iris should be in every garden. 3 feet. 25c; 3 for 50c 
ITASCA (Kleinsorge) 
A rich amethyst-purple with an intense depth of color. Flowers 
not large. 2% feet. 50c 
IVORY QUEEN (Milliken) 
In recent years there have been a number of excellent yellow 
irises introduced to commerce, but the creams seem to have been 
neglected. It is a pleasure, therefore, to introduce Ivory Queen. 
The flowers are exceptionally large and are of a uniform soft cream, 
with a bright orange beard, giving a pleasing accent to the center 
of the flower. The falls are wide and flaring and the substance and 
texture of the flower leave nothing to be desired. 
lvory Queen is 4 vigorous iris with finz foliage and is an early to 
midseason bloomer. The stems are well branched and grow to a 
height of from 31% to 4 feet. It has not yet been tested in the colder 
climates for hardiness. $7.50 
JASMANIA (Ayres) 
Described as about the color of a ripe banana. A medium-toned 
yellow suffused in the center with light brown and a flush of pale 
blue. Flowers of good size carried on well-branched stems, 3 feet 
in height. $1.00 
JOYCETTE (Sass) 
37 inches tall on straight three-branched stems, good firm sub- 
stance and fine finish. The form is particularly attractive. It may not 
be as red as some, but that is not a disadvantage, for the color is 
clear and rich. A red-violet that you will admire. 50c 
JUNALASKA (Kirkland) 
One of the most outstanding of the deep reds. Really a blend of 
red, copper, rose and gold, giving a copper-red effect. Fine large 
flowers on 3-foot stems. 75c; 3 for $2.00 
KINGLET (Williamson) 
One of the new table irises and a delightful little flower of bright 
yellow carried on slender graceful stems. Ideal for flower arrange- 
ments. 1% feet. 50c; 3 for $1.00 
KING’S RANSOM (Milliken) 
This yellow is deeper and brighter than either Lady Paramount or 
Happy Days and is also taller. The outstanding characteristic that 
sets this iris apart from other yellows, however, is the fact that both 
standards and falls are beautifully frilled and wavy. This quality must 
be seen to be fully appreciated. 
King’s Ransom is a midseason bloomer, an extremely vigorous 
grower, and should be perfectly hardy in the severe climates. 
Height 4 feet. $10.00 



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HAVE YOU EVER TRIED GROWING 
IRISES AS POT PLANTS? HERE’S HOW 
You need not be deprived of the pleasure of growing 
some of the beautiful new irises simply because you do not 
have an outdoor garden. For the garden enthusiast who per- 
haps lives in an apartment house, or whose garden space is 
limited, this will be welcome news. An entirely new field 
opens up to us when we consider the growing of irises in 
pots or tubs, 

The large estate will find many uses for irises in pots. Not 
only may they be used on patios, porches, sun rooms, etc., 
but by growing potted irises in the greenhouse during the 
winter, they may be brought into bloom weeks ahead of the 
irises in the garden, thus greatly extending the season during 
which this beautiful flower may be enjoyed. It is also a space 
saving idea for the smaller garden. 
An eminent authority on the growing of plants, Mr. Lloyd 
C. Cosper, has prepared for us the following directions, 
based upon his own highly successful experience. Mr. Cosper 
is a scientist and outlines a program designed to give the 
maximum results. The amateur, gardening with limited facilities, 
may enjoy excellent results with a more simplified procedure. 
Our growing methods produce vigorous, husky, well 
developed rhizomes, making them particularly suited to pot 
culture, and each rhizome often sends up three or four stalks. 
POT CULTURE OF IRISES 
By Lloyd C. Cosper 
Bearded irises may be grown in pots or tubs as easily and 
as satisfactorily as may the bulbous types. 
In preparing the potting compost, first, mix equal parts of 
fiorous loam, leaf mold and well rotted manure; second, take 
two parts of the above mixture and one part of sharp sand 
and mix thoroughly. This last mixture is the final potting com- 
post. Potting of rhizomes should be done between September 
15th and October 1st. 
The size of the pot or tub to be used depends upon the 
size of the rhizome. A good rule to follow is to szlect a pot 
or tub that will give two inches between the sides of the 
pot or tub and the ends of the rhizome. 
As good drainage is very essential, place sufficient broken 
brick or crock in bottom of pot. Add the compost to within 
about four inches of the top of the pot, then put a one-inch 
layer of sand over the compost, place the rhizome on this 
cushion of sand, and cover and surround the rhizome with 
sand. Potting compost may then be added around the sand 
to within two inches of the top of the pot. By leaving two 
inches from the top of the pot to the surface of the compost, 
ample space is allowed for watering. The sand, surrounding 
the rhizome, furnishes ample drainage and discourages the 
rotting of the rhizome; and it also acts as an insulation against 
the attacks of injurious soil pests. 




Feeding of potted irises begins about three months before 
the flowering season. The following procedure is recom- 
mended for ideal results. Feed each week, alternating with 
the following liquid foods: 



1st Week: Liquid manure. 
Soak one pint of well-rotted manure in one 
gallon of water two or three days and use 
without dilution. 
Qnd Week: Liquid commercial fertilizer. 
Dissolve one tablespoon of complete commer- 
cial fertilizer in one gallon of water. 
3rd Week: Soot water. 
Dissolve one half pint of soot in one gallon of 
water. 
Ath Week: Liquid manure, etc. 
Feeding may continue until buds begin to show color. 
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