N. A. HALLAUER, Webster, N. Y. 9 

IRIS KAEMPFERI (Japanese Iris) 
These are magnificent, and where they succeed, surpass everything. 
They require well-enriched soil and plenty of moisture during early 
summer but standing water should be avoided. The flowers are very 
large and their delicate colorings are hard to describe. They 
bloom in July after the German Iris. The varieties listed below 
represent the best selection from a large collection. 
Gekka-no-nami—Glistening white, very early and free Double 35 
cents each. 
Iso-no-nami—A new soft blue variety. Very good. Six petals. 
85 cents each. 
Koki-no-iro—Rich violet purple, white petioloids tipped violet. 
Large blossoms, early and free bloomer. Double. 35 cents each. 
Mahogany—-Purplish red. Late. Extra large. Double. 40 cents each. 
Seacrest—Six large crepe petals, white shaded blue. One of the 
most beautiful. 35 cents each. 
[RiSmor EGIES 
*Iris Arenaria (Sand I[ris)—-A rare and choice variety. Plant very 
small with large bright yellow flowers, in spring. 3 in. 35 
cents each. 
*Iris Cristata—A native creeping variety. Crested flowers, rich 
amethyst blue. 3 in. May. 35 cents each. 
*Iris Cristata Alba—A beautiful white variety of the above. 50 
cents each. 
*Irish Gracillspes—Pretty blue flowers crested orange. 8 in. Some 
shade. 50 cents each. 
*Iris Reticulata—Deep velvety purple, with a golden stripe in 
middle of falls. Blooms with Crocus. 8 in. Very fragrant. 
Plant bulbs in fall. 3 for 50c, $1.50 per doz. 
Iris Siberian Emperor—Violet blue. Good foliage. 3 ft. A gem for 
the water side. 30 cents each. 
Iris Siberian, Orientalis, Blue King—Large clear blue flowers pro- 
duced in profusion. Likes a moist place. 3 ft. May and 
June. 30 cents each. 
Iris Siberian, Orientalis, Snow Queen—Similar to the above witk 
snow-white flowers. 30 cents each. 
*Iris Tectorum—tThis is the roof Iris of Japan, where it is grown 
on the thratched roofs. A beautiful variety, crested blue flowers. 
12 in. Well-drained soil. May and June. 30 cents each. 
Lavendu’s Vera (Sweet Lavender)—The true old-fashioned variety, 
aromatic foliage and fragrant blue flowers. 14% ft. July and 
August. Well-drained soil. Protect in cold climate. 35 cents 
each. 
*Leontopodium Alpinum (Edelweiss)—A well known plant from the 
Alps, grey foliage and clusters of small yellow flowers sur- 
rounded by white wooly bracts. 5 in. June to August. Likes 
light well-drained limestone soil. 50 cents each. 
*Lewisia Rediviva (Bitter Root)—Forms a rosette of thick linear 
leaves from which rise many 2 inch stems each bearing a pink 
flower 14% to 2 inches across. Give them a peaty loam soil and 
perfect drainage. They seem to be best here in light shade. 
After blooming the foliage disappears but comes again later. 
35 cents each. 
Liatris Pysnestachya (Blazing Star or Kansas Gay Feather)— 
Grass-like foliage and tall spikes of rich purple flowers. Un- 
usual and attractive. Excellent for cut flowers. 5 ft. August 
and September. Ordinary soil. Should not be planted deep. 
30 cents each. 
Liatris White Spire—Said to be a white sport of September Glory, 
which it resembles except in color. 35 cents each. 

LILIES—-HARDY GARDEN VARIETIES 
No garden is complete without its lilies. Those listed below 
are some of the hardiest and most easily grown. By following a 
few cultural hints they should be successfully grown in any 
garden. Many are easily forced and good for cutting. 
Candidum (Madonna or St. Josephs Lily) (Ascension Lily)—This 
popular garden variety has many common names. Large fra- 
grant pure white trumpet-shaped flowers in July. Best planted 
4 in. deep in fall and left undisturbed. 3 ft. 50 cents each. 
Elegans—Rich orange somewhat variable. June. Plant 5 in. deep. 
35 cents each. 
Regale (The Regal Lily)—-A wonderful lily of easy culture in well- 
drained soil. Large white trumpet-shaped blossoms, shaded 
pink on the outside and lined with gold. Has a very sweet 
penetrating odor. Sometimes grows 6 ft. high with a dozen buds 
on a stalk. Plant 5 in. deep. Large bulbs. 40 cents each. 
