Fall Edition of Vaughan’s Gardening Illustrated, Chicago and New York 21 

Vaughan’'s Irises 






the contents. 
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; Oe refers to the three standard or upright curling petals; 
“*“F”’ to falls or drooping petals. 
Irises are most effective if planted 3 of a kind in a clump. 


x Those indicated by a star are medium 
| priced varieties of outstanding merit and are | 
especially recommended for garden planting. | 


DYKES MEMORIAL MEDAL. This 
snoually in America, France and England for the best Iris of 
the year. 

is an award made 
As soon as German iris plants are received, plant them in a 
sunny, well drained place. 
eighteen inches clear space from other irises, as it will grow in a 
circle and many varieties spread rapidly. The rhizome, or fleshy 
root stock from which the leaves and roots grow, should be 
barely covered with soil, with the roots properly spread below, 
and the soil well firmed about them. Until the plant is estab- 
Each plant should have at least 
ished, give it frequent attention, watering in dry spells. In the first winter, after the ground has frozen, a 
ight mulch to prevent thawing and heaving will be beneficial. . 
Outstanding Varieties 
A | 36 in. Exquisite bright pink blend with 
nge US. a bluish flush on the falls and a golden 
haft. Mammoth flowers of exceptionally heavy 
substance and fine flaring form. Late. 65c. 
Black Wings. 38 in. Velvety black buds 
ee 2, opening to large flowers of in- 
tense midnight blue overlaid with a frosty black 
luster. A striking variety that is easily grown and 
deliciously fragrant. 60c. 3 for $1.50. 
c 40 in. This variety has 
*Buechly Giant. the largest flowers of any 
Iris we grow. It is a clear lavender blue bicolor that 
has perfect form and will create a sensation in any 
garden. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
f : 36 in. A super novelty with 
California Gold. magnificent, large flowers of 
dazzling, deep golden yellow. Good garden variety 
as it does not fade. Late. 55c; 3 for $1.35. 
*Cheerio 40 in. Considered the most brilliant 
ASRS: of all the red toned Irises. S. golden 
tan flushed rose; F. rich, glowing velvety red. 50c. 
Chi M cy 48 in. Words are inadequate to 
ina @1G. describe this new, intriguing blend 
of pink, golden copper and soft lilac. Besides hav- 
ing a beautiful color, it has large size, fine form and 
a smooth even texture that is outstanding. $1.00. 
4 . 40 in. A magnificent bi-color 
xCity of Lincoln. that is a “standout” in the 
garden. [he dome-shaped standards of clear, vivid 
yellow make a striking contrast with the golden 
edged, rich velvety red of its flaring falls. $1.50. 
Cc ib | 40 in. A giant flowered, snow-white pli- 
ariOel. cata, feather-stitched in soft blue. Similar 
to the famous Los Angeles. 55c; 3 for $1.35. 
C L 36 in. Dykes Medal, 1938. Con- 
opper Lustre. sidered “the Iris of the Cen- 
tury.” Its flowers are of huge size and its color a 
blend of glowing copper and gold with iridescent 
sheen. othing quite like it. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
D b k 40 in. A huge golden pink with slight 
ayoreak. undertones of copper. The flowers are 
well shaped, with closed standards and falls that 
are semi-flaring, but there is a suggestion of ruffling 
about the entire flower. It has excellent branching 
stems. $6.00. 
D 38 in. Very large, rich and stun- 
eep Velvet. ning, deep blue-purple, almost 
black, with a red violet cast. Hardy; free bloom- 
ing; wine fragrance. $2.50. 
50 in Dykes Medal 1930. 
xDepute Nomblot. ) viachiicent Iris of 
great size. S. coppery-red, flushed golden bronze; 
F. rich claret crimson. The entire flower seems 
lightly dusted with gold which sparkles in the sun. 
50c; 3 for $1.25. 
| Destin 
38 in. A great, heavy, dark toned Iris 
«with deep purple standards and well 
shaped falls of bright, blackish red-purple. 50c. 
36 in. An excellent Iris 
xe. B. Williamson. of rich, glowing coppery- 
‘red, almost a self, with a silky, lustrous finish, 
Unusual in color, perfect in form, and strong in 
growth, it is one of the finest of all Irises. 75c. 
See our Iris Aristocrat collection on page 1. 



El S 38 in. Exquisite, ruffled flowers that 
$@ OaSS. are the color of lemon-ice, a most un- 
usual shade that has a startling effect. Blooms of 
good size and good form. $1.00. 
%Ethelwyn Dubuar. 38 in. Very fine large 
ToS) AL ed Ab iors. Oil weg) joltsls 
with delightful ruffling. 
55c; 3 for $1.35. 
; 40 in. Exclusive, yes—for no other 
K Exclusive. blue is quite like it. The pure light 
blue color is overlaid with a silvery mist which pro- 
duces a “powder blue” effect that is very beautiful. 
60c; 3 for $1.50. 
5 44 in. Deep, smooth, very dark 
Garden Magic. velvety red self. Its color is 
almost a maroon, warm and glowing, with a lus- 
trous finish. Flowers are very large and bloom late. 
Always in demand. $1.50. 
. 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. $1.00; 3 for $2.50. 
38 in. An exquisite creamy 
* Golden Treasure. yellow Iris with a glowing 
fis Doves at A Se 
golden heart and rich yellow beard. Huge flowers; 
perfectly branched stems. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
48 in. An exquisite pure blue, 
Great Lakes. the shade of an unclouded sky 
reflected in crystal waters. It is almost perfection, 
having crisp petal texture, widely branched, strong 
stems, and ideally formed blooms with widely flar- 
ing falls. Winner of the Dykes Medal 1942. $1.75. 
36 in. Enormous, well shaped 
% Gudrun. flowers of lovely pure white, dusted 
with soft gold at the throat. Very fine. Early. 55¢; 
3 for $1.35. 
40 in. An immense clear yellow 
Happy Days. with flowers over 7 inches from 
top to bottom. 55c; 3 for $1.35. 
bs . 37in. Astunning Irisof clear rich 
Indian Hills. wine purpie. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
38 in. S. clear chrome-yellow, slightly 
Jasmania. ruffled and domed; flaring, of 
deeper yellow flushed darker on upper part. 50c; 
3 for $1.25. 
38 in. Dykes Medal 1931. 
Jean Cayeux. This Iris is a masterpiece. A 
beautiful blending of coffee or Havana brown with 
a golden glint that is enchanting. The flowers are 
of perfect shape. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
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. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
40 in. Giant, snowy-white flowers 
Los Angeles. of satin texture; the standards 
faintly edged lavender blue. One of the finest of all 
white Irises. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
“i 38 in. Enormous, beautifully formed 
Marquita. flowers of luminous ivory yellow; falls 
heavily veined maroon. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
Te 45 in. One of our finest 
Maid of Astolot. plicatas. Large alabaster 
white daintily marked with clear blue. Fragrant. 
60c; 3 for $1.50. 
. 36 in. Truly a gem and one of 
Midwest Gem. the very best Sass varieties. 
Immense ruffied flowers of luminous apricot, 
flushed pink, on strong branching stalks Very 
fragrant, unusual and beautiful 75c. 



x ELMOHR 
The Colossal New Iris. 
Iris seedling of Wm. 
magnificent, richly colored, 
rounded blooms of heavy texture. Their color 
is reddish mulberry with a pinkish glow that 
gives it great brilliance. A sensational Iris that 
is hardy and thrives everywhere. When you 
see Elmohr in bloom, it will thrill you as no 
other Iris has to date. Dykes medal 1945. $4.00. 
36in. A super Iris. 
Mohr that has 


. 50 in. The perfect yellow Iris” 
x Ming Yellow. 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. $1.75. 
Mi » 36in. Dykes Medal, 1937. Of sensa- 
ISSOUFI. tional size and unquestionably one of 
the best of all blue Irises. S. clear vivid blue; F. 
slightly darker; semi-flaring. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
38 in. S. lustrous: pale pink, 
Morocco Rose. flushed deeper: F. deep rosa. 
lene pink, long and flaring. A beautiful creation 
of amazing size. $1.50. 
H 40 in. One of the most talked of 
te Naranja. Iris originations. A large flowered 
yellow with a distinct orangy overcast on the falls. 
Decidedly different. 55c; 3 for $1.35. 
40 in. The flowers are of gigantic size, 
xOrmohr. the standards beautifully domed, the 
falls broad and semi-flaring; substance excellent. 
The color is a soft gray lavender-veined violet with 
a rosy glow over all. $1.25. 
. . 42 in. Large, finely shaped flow- 
Pink Satin. ers of a very delicate and smooth, 
yet glistening pink. 55c; 3 for $1.35. 
cee 37 in. Dykes Medal 1943. A 
Prairie Sunset. gorgeous new blend of peach 
apricot, rose, copper and gold thatcapturesandholds 
within itself all the warm, glowing colors of the 
western sunset. $3.50. 
. 33 in. One of the most freely bloomin 
Radiant. Iris ever produced. Its Sucuisicele 
shaped standards are a burnished golden bronze 
and the falls a glowing coppery red. A tinge of 
brown in both the standards and falls makes this 
an Iris of truly different coloring. $1.00. 
: 38 in. S. coppery-rose; F. glowin 
Rebellion. deep blood-red. A _ vividly elated 
Iris of faultless form and rainproof substance. 50c. 
. 31 in. Gigantic flowers of brick 
Red Brick. red on rather short stalks. *s. 
orange-red; F. pure brick red with red veining on 
amber ground at haft. 55c; 3 for $1.35. 
5s 40 in. S. clear lustrous. 
Red Dominion. deep red, slightly frilled, 
F. velvety red; nearly black. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
. 38 in. Dykes Medal 1939. S, 
xRosy Wings. domed, deep pink in center, 
edged copper; F. semi-flaring, dark royal-red bor- 
dered with copper. An excellent blend; free flower- 
ing; fragrant. 50c; 3 for $1.25. 
36 in. S. chamois yellow with 
KRoyal Coach. faint cinnamon dotting; F. 
bright yellow, bordered and dotted brown. 75c; 
3 for $1.95. 
* Sable 40 in. Excellent form, hardiness, and 
: good bloom every year are some of the 
qualities which make this variety a prize-winner 
An almost perfectly black Iris with a lustrous, silky 
sheen and an intense depth of color never before 
seen. $2.00. 
40 in. Enormous, beautifully ruffled 
Snow Flurry. flowers of pure icy whiee very 
faintly flushed with blue. The flowers come early, 
last over along period and literally cover the strong 
stems. $3.50. 
f 40 in. A great beauty and The 
Snowking. King of the white Irises. Giant 
snow-white flowers of fine form and heavy sub- 
stance; very hardy. 60c; 3 for $1.50. 
+ Spun Gold. 38 in. Dykes Medal 1944, A 
: gorgeous yellow that is eagerly 
sought after because of its fine record. It is a deep 
pure golden yellow self with a velvety lustre that 
adds to its beauty and depth of color. $6.00. 
zThe Red Douglas. 48, ino. Dykes Medal 
: Aacdi> Mae A) Sensational new 
vibrant red-purple of colossal size, gorgeously rich 
in color, like a piece of fine plush. Grows and 
blooms well everywhere, and the experts agree that 
it is one of the finest Irises ever raised. $1.25. 

One each of 
De Luxe Iris Collection. Golden Maj- 
esty, China Maid, Ormohr, The Red Doug- 
las, and Wabash (value $5.50) for $4.75. 
(Postage 10c additional.) (After Oct. Ist it 
may be necessary to change this collection.) 

