12 FAIRMOUNT GARDENS 
LANTERN GLOW (Washington 1939) M. A warm white 
with a glowing yellow center. Roundly domed standards of 
ivory white shading to yellow on the midrib. The falls are 
flaring with background of cream white heavily brushed 
with Indian yellow extending half way down the falls. Beard 
yellow. Exceptionally heavy substance. 38 in. $2.50 
LATE SUN (De Forest 1940) M. L. Rich uniform yellow 
and one of the best of the deep yellows. The large flowers 
have firm substance. The branching and stalk are excellent. 
HO MivA. 1. S.-1942, Per, R. Si, 1944, 9°40 in. $1.25 
LEILANI (Washington 1943) M. Charming and entirely dif- 
ferent, this iris has great color appeal and is most outstand- 
ing in this new class of orange pinks. The standards are 
Venetian pink, well domed and firm. The rounded falls are 
the same color with well defined lines of deeper pink which 
give added intensity to the flower, while the peach red beard 
completes the color harmony. Smooth textured, with heavy 
substance. Hight flowers well spaced on a wide, low branch- 
more Ruri. Jae (Cy, ANG I, See 1B, Ia, ZN, J, SS IGS, OR, SS 
1946. 35 in. $20.00 
LIGHTHOUSE (Salbach 1936) L. A _ brilliant iris with 
standards of Neyron rose flushed gold at the base. The 
falls are deep carmine rose. H. M., A. I. S. 1987. A M.., 
IN, My Si SRS Teter, I, teks} IB), BX aia, $0.75 
LIGHTS ON (Lapham 1946) M. Mr. Lapham has produced 
many fine red iris, but this one is considered the best of his 
that has been introduced. Rich and glowing, the clean cut 
flowers are of uniform color throughout with no veining to 
detract from the smooth finish. Medium in height, but very 
pure red in color, it stands close inspection, whether as an 
individual flower or in the garden. H. M., A. I. S. 1946. 
Sonne $15.00 
L. MERTON GAGE (Lapham 1942) M. A very lovely blend 
of light raspberry pink and creamy yellow with medium 
sized flowers of firm substance. Beautifully branched sturdy 
stalks, and long season of bloom. H.M., A.J. S. 1942. Per. 
Rist 9435 9 40in: $3.50 
LORD DONGAN (kK. Smith 1940) M. Stunning creation 
with broad standards of Chinese violet and wide rounded 
falls of velvety pansy violet (Corinthian purple) with no 
haft venations to mar the velvet finish. The thick pale yel- 
low beard lights up the center of the flower emphasizing the 
depth of color in this sturdy iris. H. M., A. I. S. 1940. Per. 
IR fetes JU Nel ta. $5.00 
LOTHARIO (Schreiner 1942) M. L. A very handsome iris 
that has the same general color pattern as Amigo and Louise 
Blake, but with larger flowers and much taller stalks. The 
light lavender blue standards and rich velvety purple falls 
are not in quite as sharp contrast as in the other two men- 
tioned, but its beauty is most outstanding. H. M., A. I. S. 
1945 eer RS) 9460s eins $8.00 
LOUISE BLAKE (K. Smith 1948) M. A delightful iris 
that was named for a very charming gentlewoman. The 
arched firm standards are light chicory blue, fluted at the 
edge. The velvety falls are rounded of deep hyssop violet 
with a faint iridescent sheen of rich copper near the throat, 
and bordered by a rim of chicory blue. The sharp contrast 
between the pale blue standards and rich blue purple falls 
is most effective. The stalk is medium in height. H. C., 
AS O42 HM eA Sl O44 5 Perea Shr O46 anes Onin 
$10.00 
LYNN LANGFORD (D. Hall 1946) M. The color arrange- 
ment of this iris is most distinctive with its deep orchid 
pink tones, enlivened by the bright golden throat and beard. 
The flower is large, of good form, and the smooth blending 
of the colors is most pleasing. A lovely iris of great charm 
and refinement. Heavy substanced flowers and good branch- 
mays, Te (G5 NS lis So Ry, dels WL, VN I OS, RIG. IR, So) 
1946. 36 in. $15.00 
MAIDEN BLUSH (D. Hail 1948) M. An apricot self of 
rich and pleasing color. The domed standards and semi- 
flaring falls are void of haft markings, and have heavy sub- 
stance. The flowers are large and are carried on well 
branched stalks. Free blooming and hardy. R. 86 1945. 
308i, $3.50 
MAJENICA (P. Cook 1941) M. Lovely pinkish blend 
with a flush of salmon throughout. The standards and falls 
are wide petaled with strong firm substance. The color is 
bright and clear, the flowers are large of good full form and 
great lasting qualities. H. M., A. I. S. 1943. R. 88 1946. 
36 in. $3.50 
MANDALAY (D. Hall 1943) M. Deep pink blend that 
has received much favorable comment. It is a self in a new 
and attractive color. The standards are domed, and the 
falls flaring. The smooth finish and wealth of bloom make 
this most effective in the garden. H. M., A. I. S. 1948. 
Rereae Rio 94625934010, $3.50 
MARY CLOTILDE (Kinish 19438) M. Large light blue flow- 
ers of pleasing semi-flaring form, well spaced on tall well 
branched stalks. Cool white beard. Thoroughly hardy it is 
good to use for garden effect where Shining Waters is tender. 
38 in. $5.00 
MARY VERNON (McKee 1942) M. The roundly domed 
standards are antique gold with a flush of Chianti ruby 
along the midrib. The broad flaring falls are Chianti ruby 
with a narrow edging of the same gold as in the standards. 
The falls are very velvety with no retieulations at the 
throat. A flaring flower of strong substance, excellent form 
and branching, and gives a very red-brown effect in the 
garden EL. Cy A 1.5, 1941. HMA. IS. 194255 Acer. 
ACE ee en OAD bere Rm Som O4 jE (mins $5.00 
MASTER CHARLES (Williamson 1943) M. One of the 
most impressive iris that I saw last year. I was charmed 
by its rich glowing mulberry color and firm rounded form. 
The flower has a wonderful sheen that gives it life and 
finish. The poise of the flowers on the well branched stalk 
is exceptionally good. A very lovely iris. H. M., A. I. S. 
1944, A. M., A. I. S. 1946. Per. R. 89 1946. 38 in. $7.00 
MATULA (H. P. Sass 1989) M. L. A blend of rose red and 
orange gold. The arched and fluted standards are apricot 
buff flushed with Congo pink. The semi-flaring falls are 
deep Indian lake, bordered with buff and ruffled at the edge. 
EV se Aeelans el 9395 berks 69 19405 s3S8rins $0.75 
MAYLING SOONG (Lewis 1939) M. Rich yellow self 
of excellent form and substance. The standards are clear 
deep lemon chrome, well arched and domed. The _ semi- 
flaring falls are of the same color, flushed deeper at the 
center. H. M., A. I. S. 1938. Per. R. 86 1940. 38 in. $3.50 
MEDITERRANEE (Wareham 1940) M. Lovely in color as 
the sparkling surface of the Mediterranean Sea in the morn- 
ing sunlight, this light French blue self stands out in the 
garden. The large firm flowers of rounded flaring form 
have a smoothly finished surface, and are well poised on 
amply branched stalks. R. 88 1941. 40 in. $2.00 
MELANIE (Hillson 1941) M. A tall orchid pink with 
greater depth of color than most in this class. The 
large flowers are ruffled and have good substance. The 
stalks are strong and well branched. H. M., A. I. S. 1941. 
Per. R. 88 1948. 45 in. $2.50 
MELITZA (Nesmith 1940) M. This salmony flesh self is 
a decided break in color. The standards are delicate ivory 
pink, highly domed and firm. The falls have the same 
coloring with a slightly deeper flush around the beard. 
The beard is intense pinkish tangerine, so vivid that the 
whole flower seems infused with this brilliant color. The 
flowers are medium in size of firm substance and are nicely 
placed on well branched stalks. H. M., A. I. S. 1940. A. M., 
A. I. S. 1942: Per. R. 88.1941. 40 in, $1.50 
MEXICO (Kleinsorge 1943) L. A blended bicolor of gay 
and brilliant coloring. The golden buff standards are 
closely domed. The falls flaring and slightly ruffled are 
glowing red brown with a heavy plush-like finish. The 
flower is extremely large, the stalk strong and sturdy. Late 
flowering. H.M., A. I. S. 1944. Per. R. 87 1946. 36 in. $5.00 
