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ORIENTAL IRIS 
These Irises are at their best long after the 
other varieties have stopped blooming. 
They are exquisite in their pleasing shades, 
varying from almost pure white to the richest of 
dark shades. The blossoms are very large; the 
Falls not drooping as other Iris make the blos- 
soms appear larger. 
These Iris will do well in a pool, providing they 
are planted so only the roots are in the water. 
They are hardy except in the most northern 
states. As they require very wet soil they do ex- 
ceptionally weli if planted on the margin of a pool 
or brook. In the far north they will not live 
through the winter under these conditions. 
The soil for Japanese [ris should be rich and well 
supplied with organic matter. They will bloom 
better the second year alter transplanting, but 
should be transplanted every three years for best 
results. 
We are fortunate to have obtained a limited sup- 
ply of the choicest varieties and can heartily recom- 
mend any of them, These are priced at 50c each. 
Questing Wings. Light blue, with purple veins. 
Blue Hour. Shades of blue flecked with yellow. 
Fabric of Delight. Pale lavender. Lovely! 
Summer Canticle. Deep lavender, splendid bloomer. 
River Dragon. Variegated light blue and red. 
Titiana. Immense, pure white. 
Gitano. Dark velvety purple. 
Lingering Summer. 
yellow markings. 
Sharp standards, purple with deep 
High Glee. Rich variegated blue. 
Water Witch. Purple and blue, striped. 
Brief Episode. Variegated, orchid pink. 
Beth. Purple with yellow mariuings, deep veins. 
Pinkey. Orchid pink. 
Joss Stick. 
Frofuse bloomer. 
Variegated rose. 
Dark Satsuma. Reddish purple with white veins. 
Only a Shadow. White, shaded with Orchid, center petals 
deep orchid. 
Cameo—White, shaded to clear blue; yellow veins; double. 
Pavillion. Pale lavender with purple overcast. Lemon 
yellow at base of petals. 
Weaver of Dreams. Purple with yellow markings, yellow 
veins. 
Javelin. Light blue with purple veins. 
WAT EH Re GARD ENS; 

THE CHOICEST WATER LILIES 
With so many lilies listed it is hard for the amateur 
to choose the lilies suitable for their particular pool; 
therefore the following suggestions may prove helpful. 
We are listing the lilies which in our estimation are the 
choicest in their different classes. 
HARDY LILIES SUITABLE FOR THE LARGE POOL 
(Wide leaf spread) 
Sultan (cherry red). 
EKscarboucle (red). 
Conqueror (red). 
Gloriosa (red). 
Sunrise (yellow). 
Virginalis (white). 
Amabilis (pink). 
Rosy Morn (pink). 
Morning Glory (shell pink). 
Comanche (sunset). 
TROPICAL WATER LILIES 
Tropical lilies are strong growers, but may be regu- 
lated with size of container used. If given a box 2x2 
feet, and plenty of fertilizer they put on an immense 
growth, but if planted in a small container both leaves 
and blossoms wil! be small. The following varieties can 
be heartily recommended: 
Blue Triumph (blue). 
Chicago (pink). 
General Pershing (pink). 
Mrs. Geo. H. Pring (white). 
Panama Pacific (purple). 
Missouri (night blooming tropical). 
Mrs. Hitchcock (deep pink, night blooming). 
H. G. Haarstick (deep red, night blooming). 
For Tub Gardens, see page 12 

Echium 
ECHIUM 
One of the most magnificent plants for a sunny 
Echium, 
location, with good drainage. The blossom, a glow of 
bright pink, often attaining a height of 8 feet. A clump, 
as shown here, will stop traffic with its outstanding 
beauty. Somewhat tender, but can be grown anywhere 
in Southern California or the Southern states. Seed, 
per pkt., 25c. 
