THE WORLD'S FINEST IRISES 

SPECIES AND VARIETIES OF BEARDLESS IRIS—Continued 
PSEUDACORUS, 36 to 48 inches. This is a particular] valuable 
species for several reasons. First, it is a rich ye low color, — 
which color is entirely lacking in Siberian Iris and it is espe- 
cially attractive mixed with the Siberians. Second, it will grow 
in marsh or swampy land, even with 2 or 3 inches of water 
over it, and makes a pretty picture in shallow water, or along 
the water’s edge. Third, it is excellent for naturalizing, as it 
will take care of itself in the most rugged surroundings, self- 
sowing and perpetuating itself. It is an English species. It 
will grow also in dry soil. 
50c each; 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.00, 100 for $25.00 
PSEUDACORUS ALBA. A very rare white form of Pseudacorus. 
$5.00 each 
PSEUDACORUS GIGANTEA. A giant flowered form of BE reas 
.00 eac 
ROSEA. A variant form of Versicolor in a striking red color. Very 
rare. $3.50 each; 3 for $9.00, 6 for $15.00 
ROSE QUEEN. This Laevigata Hybrid is one of the most charmin 
varieties in this entire section, the flowers, which are hel 
with a distinguished grace and airiness, having a silky sheen 
and being of a charming soft pink tone. $5.00 each 
SHREVEI. A lavender blue Iris collected from the interior of Mis- 
sissippi, which differs from other beardless Iris, in the fact 
that it will thrive in a dry, limestone soil. I have it under 
observation and test and will know more about its desirability 
in another year or two. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.75, 6 for $5.00 
SNOW BIRD. A snow white form of Missouriensis. Very rare and 
a lovely Iris. $5.00 each 
TOL-LONG. A hybrid of Tolmeiana and Longipetala, with beautifully 
veined flowers of very pale lavender. Intermediate in character 
between the two parents. $2.50 each; 3 for $6.75, 6 for $12.00 
VERSICOLOR, 24 inches. Our native purple wild Iris of the North- 
ern States, its special value being in the fact that it is one of 
the very few Irises that will thrive and take care of itself in 
marshy or swampy land. In fact, it will be quite at home even 
in 2 or 8 inches of water. 
50c each; 3 for $1.25, 6 for $2.00, 100 for $25.00 
WILSONI, 36 inches. This is a pale yellow species from Western 
China. The foliage is exceedingly fine, no broader than or- 
dinary grass. It is a very slow propagator and although I 
imported a dozen plants of it in 1924, I still have but a small 
stock of it and have not yet determined how it should be handled 
for best results. I believe, however, that a dry, hot situation 
will prove best for them. The roots are normally rather tiny and 
if any Iris fan wishes to try a plant or two, I will be glad to 
furnish them. $3.50 each; 3 for $9.00, 6 for $15.00 
In addition to the foregoing varieties, I am also growing either 
under Government regulations or for testing purposes such beardless 
species and varieties as Bulleyana, Cacique, Clarkei, Dichotoma, 
Citrina, Forestii, Sintensii, and many others. 
The public is always welcome to visit my gardens and these may 
be seen in bloom at the proper season. 
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