HESE bulbous members of the great Ins 
family are often called the “Poor Man’s 
Orchid’? because of their beautiful orchid- 
like blooms. They are easily grown in the garden, 
for they are hardy and come back year after year. 
They bloom during May and June and their average 
height is 18 to 24 inches. Bulbous Iris are much 
more effective when planted in groups; they prefer 
well-drained, sunny locations. Plant the bulbs 4 
to 6 inches deep and 4 to 5 inches apart. We offer 
three groups here which are somewhat similar in 
growth and bloom. Also we have added some out- 
standing species Iris, including the famous and very 
fragrant Iris reticulata. 
DUTCH AND SPANISH 
IRIS 
These beautiful flowers provide much beauty for 
little cost. 
DUTCH VARIETIES 
6 of any one variety for 65c; 12 for $1.10; 25 for $2.00 
C. Van Vliet. Violet-blue, orange line on falls. 
Imperator. Large dark blue. 
Wedgwood. Light blue. Recommended for forcing 
and makes a grand show in the garden. 
White Excelsior. Large pure white. 
Yellow Queen. Pure yellow. 
Mixed. All colors. 6 for 55c; 12 for 90c; 25 for $1.65; 
$5.50 per 100. 
SPANISH VARIETIES 
6 of any one variety for 55c; 12 for 90c; 25 for $1.65 
Cajanus. Canary-yellow, orange blotches on falls. 
King of the Blues. Dark blue; sweet scented. 
King of the Whites. Pure white. 
King of the Yellows. Dark yellow. 
Menelik. Pale blue, white lip, small yellow blotch 
Reconnaissance. Dark bronze. 
Walter T. Ware. Orange-yellow. Extra fine. 
Mixed. AII colors. 12 for 80c; 25 for $1.50; $4.75 per 
100. 
Dutch and Spanish Iris, Special Mixture. Ail 
colors. 12 for 85c; 25 for $1.50; $5.00 per 100. 
IRIS SPECIES 
Danfordiae. A beautiful little Iris from eastern Asia 
Minor, which was unobtainable for many years. 
Bright golden flowers resembling in form Iris relicu- 
lata, produced in early February. Height 
3 inches. 6 for $1.75; 12 for $3.25. 
Pavonia. See Moraea, page 31. 6 for $1.65; 12 
for $3.00. 
Reticulata. A small form of the Spanish or 
Dutch Iris. This is one of the treasures of 
the perennial or rock garden. Its main value 
lies in the fact that it may be torced into 
bloom in the house with the greatest ease. 
Six or eight bulbs put into a 4 to 5-inch pot 
when received will bloom about Christmas 
time. The fragrant blossoms remind one of a bunch 
of fresh violets. Perfectly hardy with reasonable 
protection, it Is one of the loveliest early-flowering 
bulbs for the rock garden. 6 for 95c; 12 for $1.65; 
$11.00 per 100. 
Reticulata, Cantab. Light blue and orange. 6 for 
$1.35; 12 for $2.50; 25 for $4.75. 
Reticulata, Hercules. Dark bronzy violet. 6 for 
$1.35; 12 for $2.50; 25 for $4.75. 
Reticulata, J. S. Dijt (Hybrid). Reddish purple. 
6 for $1.35; 12 for $2.50; 25 tor $4.75. 
Tuberosa. A rare species, producing charming small 
green flowers with vivid black blotches An attractive 
and unusual flower. 6 for 95c; 12 for $1.65; 25 for 
$3.00. 


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