AS NESSES 
BeOWcE. Riso 
GRAS AIOsG 21 

SHINING WATERS (Essig 1933) M. 36”. 
Still as a mountain lake at sundown, reflecting an un- 
clouded blue, is the halcyon sheen of this exquisite iris. 
The blooms, carried on tall, well-branched stems, are won- 
derfully symmetrical and alluring. Among the loveliest of 
all blue iris, and worthy of the extra protection its slight 
tenderness may require. 35c; 3 for 90c 
SHIRVAN (Loomis 1932) ML. 33”. 
Like an oriental rug for richness is this glowing mahogany 
brown. Standards sumptuous, silky golden-brown; falls 
velvety red-brown broadly margined the color of the stand- 
ards. A high class iris with a quiet haft. 25c; 3 for 60c 
SIEGFRIED (H. Sass 1936) L. 40”. 
The pioneer of the yellow-ground plicatas. A very large 
flower stippled and dotted brown on both the yellow stand- 
ards and the creamy falls with a touch of fluting and ruffling 
throughout. Height and branching are excellent. A re- 
markable color advance. 75c; 3 for $2.00 
SIERRA BLUE (Essig 1932) ML. 40”. 
A slightly deeper-toned companion of Shining Waters. 
A smoothly lacquered medium-blue with broad, flaring falls 
of unusual length. A true self-color that is really magnifi- 
cent in the clump. A good performer everywhere. The 
Dykes Medal winner for 1935, 35c; 3 for 90c 
SMOLDER (Nicholls 1937) VL. 38”. 
Classically formed, trim and imposing, this iris is a deep, 
monastic black-purple self with an underglow of red. The 
richness of texture is enhanced by a velvety finish, particu- 
larly in the falls. Large flowers with well domed standards, 
falls curve out and down very gracefully. Tall, nicely 
branched and late blooming. $1.5 
SNOQUALMIE (Brehm 1938) M. 36”. 
Originated in the same garden that produced William 
Carey Jones, this iris easily looks like one of the finer ones 
in the cream class. It has leathery substance, something 
we normally do not expect in such delicate colors. Rich, 
smooth creamy coloring gives a warm effect. Well branched. 
good form and good height. $1.50 
SNOWKING (UH. Sass 1935) L. 38”. 
A king indeed! Radiant as sun on arctic snows, this 
serenely poised giant, of glacial purity and regal carriage, 
is generally recognized as one of the top notch white iris 
of today. It is ideal in stem and branching, and, fortunately, 
of a rugged hardiness. 40c; 3 for $1.00 
SNOW FLURRY (Rees 1939) EM. 40”. 
Like an enveloping soft snow spray, we have the per- 
fectly formed blooms of Snow Flurry. A beautiful ruffled 
blue-white. The unopened buds are lightly tinted blue but 
the bloom opens a cool white. Large flowers, striking in 
the many blossoms it has per stem, strong substanced and 
long lasting. This iris caused much favorable comment 
the year of its introduction. (Illustrated on page 23.) 
$10.00 
SONG OF GOLD (Essig 1937) M. 30”. 
This iris is a pure medium tone of yellow. A self, its 
rippling color suggests the fluid grace of the flower as a 
whole. Individual in the yellows because it has such pro- 
nounced flaring falls. The only iris of this color with this 
type of carriage, it reminds one of a yellow, stiffer Shining 
Waters. It is not tall but is well branched and has fine 
textured flowers very pleasantly scented. 
$1.50; 3 for $3.75 
SONNY BOY (Kirkland 1939) EM. 34”. 
Dr. Kirkland has produced a series of coppery blends for 
which he is known throughout the iris world. Twinkling 
with light and life these unusually colored coppery blends 
in varying tints are very well received. Sonny Boy is our 
selection as about the finest of the entire series of this color; 
a brighter and larger King Midas, a lovely color. $1.50 
SORRENTE (Cayeux 1937) M. 36”. 
A fine new, glistening, smooth blue and yellow blend. 
The flowers are large, round, of good form, standards yel- 
low overlaid lavender. Falls are very broad, lavender with 
an adroit margining of primrose yellow and flushed same 
color at the haft. Tall and well branched. The copious, 
full-formed flowers give a very distinct effect; a blue blend 
of promise. $3.50 
SPOKAN (J. Sass 1933) ML. 34”. 
A very large iris, smooth textured and_ substantial. 
The standards are a glowing red-brown; the falls a similar 
but slightly deeper shade. A rich velvety flower that will 
make one of the richest clumps in any iris planting. 
25c; 3 for 60c 
SPUN GOLD (Glutzbeck 1940) M. 38”. 
A breath-taking, significant - introduction. Striking, 
gleaming velvety yellow with the glistening thick texture 
we generally associate with the darker colored iris. Moulded 
in a perfection of form, styling and color -—— deep golden 
yellow with the vibrancy and dash of brilliant shining gold. 
The petals have a thick, plush-like body and texture, 
standards and falls very broad of the same shade of yellow. 
No veining or shading mars the purity of coloring which is 
gloriously enhanced by the rich beard. 
It is a sensational creation glowing like a golden comet. 
Good sized, well formed flowers distributed on branched, 
very sturdy stems. The last word in yellows well provided 
with lustrous velvety texture of petals in which respect it 
stands alone. A highwater mark in iris hybridizing achieve- 
ment. (Pictured on page 10.) $15.00 
STELLA POLARIS (K. Smith 1939) M. 40”. 
Very large flowers. A cool white, its first flowers are 
tinted blue paling to clear white. Very nice proportion and 
well textured blooms. It is slightly variable in performance. 
At its best it is one of the finest in its color class. $7.50 
STORM KING (Nicholls 1940) L. 48”. 
Massive — a vision of sombre fascination. One of the 
top notch dark iris, being as dark as any named variety 
and of splendid form and growth habits. It shares with 
Sable, which is a blue purple while Storm King is true pur- 
ple, the joint honor of being the outstanding dark iris in 
commerce today. The dusky Castor and Pollux of our 
gardens. $12.50 
SUMMER TAN (Kirkland 1935) E. 30”. 
Sleek as a well-preened bird of tropic plumage is this 
exquisite blend of golden-tan, rose, and olive. There is 
nothing else like it and the subtle color harmony is sure to 
have an irresistible appeal. 35c; 3 for 90c 
SUNDANCE (Nesmith 1940) L. 39”. 
Restless colors — like a trailing flame leaving chamelion- 
like tones that blend, change and create a very unusual 
color effect. In the vivid display of color we find the range 
of golden tan to rose sienna, falls shaded the same with a 
reddish mahogany zone on the upper portion and wide 
border of gold, corona-like, surrounding the brilliant red 
area. A brilliant and uniquely colored iris. $7.50 
SUNDUST (Washington 1936) M. 35”. 
A rounded semi-flaring deep yellow. Particularly meri- 
torious is its ability to withstand hottest sun and not bleach 
its rich pigmentation — a point particularly appreciated in 
some of the hotter sections of the country. Pure deep 
chrome yellow self, rich orange beard, tall, sturdily branched 
stems. $1.00; 3 for $2.50 
SUNSET TAN (Egelberg 1940) ML. 36”. 
Entrancing, harmonious combination of soft buff-fawn 
with a pale copper-pink glow. Fine formed flower, self in 
tone, of good substance with more pink and less bronze in 
its coloring than most other similarly colored. Strong stalks 
of moderate branching. $5.00 
