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lrises 

PLANTS BY PARCEL POST—If to be sent by 
parcel post, add postage as follows: Single plants, 5c; 
3 plants, 10c; © plants, 1ic; 12 plants, 25c. We 
accept no responsibility for delays or conditions that 
may prove injurious to the contents. 
**S”” refers to the three standard, or upright 
curling petals; ‘‘F’’ to falls or drooping petals. 
Iris is the most effective if planted 3 of a 
kind in a clump. 
x% Indicates outstanding garden varieties. 
OUTSTANDING VARIETIES 
H 40 in. Considered the most brilliant of 
* Cheerio. all the red toned Irises. S. golden tan 
flushed rose; F. rich, glowing velvety red. Produces 
an abundance of finely formed flowers. A “‘must 
have” for your garden. 40c; 3 for $1.00. 
An excellent new ~ 
E. B. Willi ins a 
. BD. WiHamMsSON. Tris of rich, glowing cop- 
pery-red, almost a self, with a silly, lustrous finish. 
Unusual in color, perfect in form, and strong in 
growth, it is one of the finest of all Irises. 75c. 
G Id T 38 in. An exquisite new 
olaen ireasure. creamy yellow Iris with a 
glowing golden heart and rich yellow beard. Huge 
flowers and perfectly branched stems. 50c. 
> 42 in. A truly superb Iris 
Golden Majesty. which is tops in its color 
class. It is a gleaming, deep rich, pure yellow 
self which does not fade. The flowers are large and 
of thick substance, have beautifully rounded domes 
and flaring falls. $1.50. 
40 in. snowy-white 
xLos Angeles. flowers of satin texture; the 
standards faintly edged lavender blue. One of the 
finest of all white Irises. 35c; 3 for 90c. 
40 in. One of the most beautiful 
Junaluska. Iris in existence. S. rosy copper 
threaded with gold; F. brilliant copper-red. Huge 
flowers of perfect form and heavy substance. Fine 
garden variety. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
H 42 in. A gigantic lilac-pink 
Frieda Mohr. bicolor 64% inches from the 
top of the standards to the tip of the falls and 
6 inches horizontally. 35c; 3 for 75c. 
Z y Tl 50 in. The perfect yellow Iris. 
Ming eCllOW. The gigantic blooms remind one 
of a smooth, rich flawless carpeting of deep, yellow 
velvet. Vigorous in growth, it has strong foliage 
and stout, well branched stems. $2.00; 3 for $5.00. 
Mi , : 6 in. Dykes Medal, 1937. Of sensa- 
ISSOUF!. tional size and unquestionably one of 
the best of all blue Irises. S. clear vivid blue; F 
slightly darker; semi-flaring. 50c; 3 for,$1.25. 
- 40 in. One of the most talked of Iris 
Naranja. originations. A large flowered yellow 
with a distinct orangy overcast on the falls. De- 
cidedly and delightfully different. 40c. 
Giant, 
35 in. A beautiful, true pink self 
No-we-ta. in effect with yellow flushes at the 
center. The whole flower is softly frilled. An ex- 
quisite Iris and a fine garden variety. 35c. 
p ire S 37 in. A gorgeous new blend of 
rairie ounset. peach, apricot, rose, copper and 
gold that captures and holds within itself all the 
warm, glowing colors of the western sunset. It has 
one of the highest ratings of Irises. $5.00. 
' 48 in. Dykes Medal 1935. Enor- 
xSierra Blue. mous flowers of soft clear, 
enamel-like blue, reminding one of the blue of the 
Sierra mountains. It has widely flaring falls, good 
substance, and a refined finish and graceful form 
that is really exceptional. 35c. 
S ki 40 in. A great beauty and The 
nNOWKING. King of the white Irises. Giant 
snow-white flowers of fine form and heavy sub- 
stance. Bold and strong in growing habits; very 
hardy. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
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Seven Iris Aristocrats $ 



of ordinary plants. 
. 40 in. This new variety 
xBuechly Giant. has the largest flowers of 
any Iris we grow. It is a clear lavender blue 
bicolor that has the perfect form of Frieda 
Mohr. Will create a sensation in any garden. 
35c; 3 for 90c. 
: . 36 in. A super novelty 
*Californ iaG old. with magnificent, large 
flowers of dazzling, deep golden yellow. Good 
garden variety as it does not fade. Late. 35c; 
3 for 90c. 
36 in. Dykes Medal, 
Copper Lustre. 1938. Considered *‘the 
Iris of the Century.” Its flowers are of huge 
size and its color a blend of glowing copper and 
gold with iridescent sheen. Nothing quite like 
it. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
40 in. Large, perfectly 
x Crystal Beauty. shaped flowers of pure 
snow whiteon well branched stalks. 35c; 3 for90c. 


Catalogue Value $2.60 (If wanted by mail, add 15c) 
These are among the fifty finest Irises in cultivation. Each is rated close to perfection and not long 
ago not one could have been purchased for the price of the collection. 
you have not these varieties; and our low prices make it possible to own them for less than the cost 

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Your Iris display is lacking if 

50 in. This Dykes- 
xDepute Nomblot. Medal Winner of 
1930 is a magnificent Iris of greatest vigor; has 
strong foliage and stout, nicely branched stems. 
Flowers are of enormous size. S. coppery-red, |}. 
flushed golden bronze; F. rich claret crimson. |} 
The entire flowers seem lightly dusted with -| 
gold which sparkles in the sun. 35c; 3 for 90c. | 
48 in. S. dark vi 
xThe Black Douglas. (8.7-.5S7h 5 
Violet. Very fine, richly colored Iris of good — 
form. 35c. ; 
26 in. One of the most remark- 
Wm. Mohr. able Irises ever raised, The |] 
ground color is pale lilac, the standard flushed |} _ 
darker, and the whole flower is pena i Wes 
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veined manganese-violet. The plants are smal 
but the blooms are simply immense, 35c; 
for 90c. 












OUTSTANDING VARIETIES—Continued 
Tiff 36 in. A sensational plicata creation in 
irany. creamy yellow gaily stitched in a burn- 
ished rosy bronze. Hardy, free blooming plants 
that will create a refreshing atmosphere in your 
garden. 75c. 
; 39 in. Dykes Medal 1940. S. snowy 
Wabash. white, delightfully ruffled at the 
edges; F. wide and flaring, deep hyacinth violet 
with a definite white edge. Has wonderful sub- 
stance and orchid-like beauty. Voted by the Iris 
experts in 1940, 1941 and again in 1942 as the best 
Iris in commerce. $1.00. 
FALL BLOOMING IRISES 
These varieties bloom in the Spring with the Early 
flowering varieties and have a habit of blooming again 
in the Autumn. 
Price, except where noted, 35c each; 3 for 75c. 
A Q 18 in. Pure white flowers of 
utumn ueen. good size and quality. 
28 in. An outstanding 
Eleanor Roosevelt. Go ritty df very fine dee 
velvety purple. 
rofuse bloomer twice a year. 
34 in. Big, glowing red-pur- 
October Blaze. «ple, somewhat on the order of 
Indian Chief. Late. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
S hi 28 in. Clear deep chrome yellow of 
out and. large size and heavy substance. Love- 
ly planted with Eleanor Roosevelt. 
Price, except where noted, 25c; 3 of one kind 
for 50c; 12 of one kind for $1.75; large clumps, 
75c; 10 for $5.00. $ 
B fl 36 in. Lovely porcelain blue flowers; 
utter Y- vigorous grower. 
48 in. Large flowers of a deep, rich 
* Emperor. violet-blue. Very fine. 
O 4 li 24 in. Rich purple. Fine for natur- 
rientalis. alized plantings. 
’ 48 in. Large, well formed flowers 
Perry s Blue. of a beautiful shade of sky-blue. 
One of the most popular and finest of Siberian Iris. 
Mixed Seedlings. 3 for 40c; 12 for $1.50. 
Iris picked from your own garden make excellent 
cut-flowers, lasting for a week or more if cut with 
plenty of buds. 
Try shortening the stems and use the tips, as is 
done so effectively with Glads in a bowl or low vase. 
Try the tips in a corsage too, and many of your 
friends will think you are wearing Orchids which 
the Iris so closely resemble. 
Dwarf varieties, growing from 6 to 8 inches high, 
that bloom two weeks in advance of the tall bearded 
Iris. Suitable for rock gardens or borders. 
Price, any of the following except where noted, 
25c each; 3 of one kind for 50c; 12 for $1.75. 
3 A Early. A dainty dwarf 
Cristata (Crested Iris). creeping variety with 
large blue flowers. Fine for use in the rock garden, 
Cyanea. Very dwarf, rich crimson purple; fragrant. 
Clear deep yetlow with orange 
Orange Queen. beara.” : 
= < Lovely light blue, the shade of the 
Spring Skies. Belladonna Larkspur. 
- Sarah Bernhardt. 
IRIS KAEMPFERI 
The last of the Iris species to bloom and the most = 
beautiful, their remarkable flowers, generally rather 
An enormous double of : 
rich violet-purple with — 




















flat and wide, appearing in June and’ July. Plant in 
a sunny and moist location, but not where water will 
stand. 5 
Price, each 50c; 3 for $1.25. se al 
Double. White with gold-band- 
* Gold Bound. ‘ed center. Earliest to bloom. = 
K i G A very full double of dark — 
umocni-Ouma. purplish indigo. Mid-season. — 
Large double flowers of velvety- 
* Mahogany. mahogany red. Late. a 
Sit - (Maple Waterfall), 
*Momigi-No-Taki. Bright rosy crimson feath- 
ered in white. Double. , ms 
*Purple and Gold. 
gold center. : Ae 
Seacrest. Bluehste ed 
Special Offer No. 104-A, Onceach of |) 
named Kaempferi Irises (Value $3.00) for 
$1.95. (Postage 15c additional.) 5 





Peonies may be planted in Spring with good results, 
but they should be put in early. Orders should be sent — 
at once so that we can forward when weather permits. — 
m (7.6) Usually blooms for Deco- — 
Edulis Superba. ration Day. The large flowers — 
are a beautiful deep, vivid pink, and are borne — 
profusely on tall, strong stems. Very fragrant. 60c. 
- (8.4) Its large, globular flowers, | 
Felix Crousse. are a brilliant, dazzling ruby-red. — 
Late mid-season. 60c. 
2 (7.9) Very full and dou- 
Mad. de Verneville. ble, pure white, center 4 
tinted blush. Exquisite rose fragrance. Very beau- 
tiful reliable bloomer; early. 60c. 3 



Special Offer No. 104B. One each ar the above - 
3 Peonies (value $1.80) for $1.35. (Postage 
and Packing, 15¢ additional.) ng 



(9.0) Immense flowers of 
Baroness Schroeder. great substance. Delicate 
flesh-white, excellent cut. Rose fragrance; late. 90c. 
a A (9.3) Large flowers, often 7 to 
Festiva Maxima. 8 inches in diameter. Flowers 
pure white, dotted carmine. Fragrant; early. 60c. 
. (8.8) Mammoth blooms of rich — 
Karl Rosefield. velvety crimson; early midsea- 
son. c. 7 
(8.7) Full double flowers of vi Ada 
Mary Brand. crimson. Free blooming. AM. 
(9.0) One of the best pink 
eonies in the world. A pro- | 
lific bloomer of perfectly formed, dark rose-pink 
flowers in late midseason. $1.00. Nf. Sipe 
(8.3) Delicate shell-pink; excellent cut. 
Venus. Midseason. 75c. : ais 



Special Offer No. 104C. One each of Baroness — 
Schroeder, Karl Rosefield, Sarah Bernhardt | 
and Venus, (value $3.40) for $2.00. (Postage |{ 
and Packing, 15¢ additional.) = = = = ——‘ | 

