THE RICH, DARK VIOLETS 
Early 
*BLACK WINGS (Kirkland 1930) EM-M—36’’. Though now 
available at a rock-bottom price, this famous Iris was runner-up 
for the DYKES MEDAL in 1935. Flowers only moderately large, 
but very effective because of the darkness of the falls, a Fluo- 
rite violet approaching black. Fragrant. 48 chromosomes. 
35c; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25 
Midseason 
ACE OF SPADES (Saibach 1941) M—36’’. Almost as dark as 
the Ace of Spades, is this recent addition to this small class 
of fine Iris. Falls are a rich blackish, red-violet; standards some- 
what lighter. Flowers large, lightly ruffled. Beard prominent, 
bronzy yellow. Very fragrant. $1.00; 3 for $2.50 
SABLE (Cook 1938) M—35’’. Unquestionably the top-ranking 
variety of all very dark selfs, this has been in the SYMPOSIUM 
every year since the beginning. An intense claret black; velvety 
falls, regal bearing. 47 chromosomes. $1.50 
*BRUNHILDE (Salbach 1934) M—34”. A quality Iris at a 
moderate price. Carl Salbach had reason to be proud when this 
first bloomed in his seedling patch. A smooth deep blue-violet. 
Floriferous, richly perfumed. 48 chromosomes. 60c 
THE ROYAL PURPLES 
Early 
DEEP VELVET (Salbach 1939) EM—38". We start off this 
color class with the one we like best of all, the only one the 
Judges have placed in the SYMPOSIUM for the last 5 years. 
This indeed is an “‘Iristocrat’’, as outstanding for its perfect form 
and refined finish as for its deep purple color. Texture like 
rich satin, not velvety as you might infer. A free bloomer, thriv- 
ing everywhere. Endowed with the enticing fragrance of wine. 
48 chromosomes. $2.00; 3 for $5.00 
Midseason 
WILLIAM A. SETCHELL (Brehm 1938) M—42". The larg- 
est Iris we grow; probably the largest in existence. Truly co- 
lossal, flowers sometimes measuring 6” across, 7’ high. In 
spite of its immensity, it holds its form remarkably well. And 
its color, too, goes well with its size, being a rich royal purple. 
Pleasingly scented. $1.00; 3 for $2.50 
MULBERRY ROSE (Schriener 1941) M——40’’. Bob Schriener 
has no competition with this introduction that gained a place 
in the last 3 SYMPOSIUMS, and received the AWARD OF MERIT 
in ‘44. We list it here, but it is so distinct from other Iris that 
it needs a color class by itself, between the pinks and the purples, 
perhaps best described as ‘‘mulberry rose’’. Of breath-taking 
brilliance. Very fragrant. $4.00 
CREOLE BELLE (Nicholls 1934) M—36"'. Wafted from the 
depths of this siren of the flower kingdom is an alluring per- 
fume that will tantalize and ho'd you. CREOLE BELLE is our 
nomination for the most fragrant of all Iris. A very intense 
blue-purple, gilded brown at the haft. Stock very limited. 
47 chromosomes. doe 
CLARET VELVET (Weed 1941) LM—32”. The richness and 
color appeal of a glass of claret wine brought forth in a new 
flower to beautify your garden. Color very deep and allurina. 
Richly perfumed. $1.50 
THE VIOLET BICOLORS 
AMOENAS, NEGLECTAS AND OTHERS 
Early 
AMIGO (Williamson 1934) EM—34"’. We regard this as the 
loveliest of Neglectas. More often sought than any other, and 
has appeared in all of the SYMPOSIUMS. A delightful color 
pattern, glowing amethyst above, vibrant pansy-purple below, 
and brilliant orange beard. Invitingly fragrant. 49 chromo- 
somes. $1.00 
*WINNESHIEK (Egelberg 1931) EM—33”. Novel in color- 
ing, graceful in form is this slightly ruffled Iris with light violet 
standards and dark red-violet falls neatly edged in a lighter 
tint. Pleasantly scented. 48 chromosomes.  40c; 3 for $1.00 
Midseason 
GIRIDLIAN’S CHOICE (Salbach 1941) M—48’’. Salbach leads 
off the midseason varieties with this tall, vivid new bicolor that 
is hard to beat. Standards bright red-lilac; falls deep reddish 
purple. You'll like this one. $2.00; 3 for $5.00 

AIGUE MARINE (Cayeux 1938) M—36". Quite unusual is” 
this novelty from France, with its standards done in ashy-helio- 
trope, brown at the edges, and falls in dark blue lavender. Color 
livened by a bright orange-yellow beard. 75c¢; 3 for $2.00 
WABASH (Williamson 1936) M—36”’. The only violet bicolor 
ever to be awarded the DYKES MEDAL. At the top, or near 
the top, of every SYMPOSIUM to date. Imagine the irresistible 
appeal of standards as white as new snow—falls done in rich 
hyacinth violet, beautifully bordered to match standards. The 
best Amoena. Exquisitely fragrant. 48 chromosomes. $1.00 
PERSIA (Ayres 1929) M—36"'. No other Iris is colored like 
this. Standards of soft dove grey, flourished above bright purple 
falls. Emits a subtle oriental fragrance. 
35c; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25 
Late 
VALOR (Nicholls 1932) L—44’’. An impressive large, tall, bi- 
color. Standards deep lilac; falls velvety blackish violet. 48 
chromosomes. 35; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25; 100 for $25.00 
SIR MICHAEL (Yeld 1925) L—38”’. Probably the nearest ap- 
proach as yet to that Iris breeder’s goal—an Iris in bright blue 
and red. Standards lavender-blue; falls sharply contrasting, red- 
dish purple. In mild climates, it will often favor you with a sec- 
ond bloom in the fall. Intensely fragrant. 
35¢; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25; 50 for $12.50 
IRIS IN LAVENDER AND ORCHID 
Early 
SAN GABRIEL (Dean 1921) VE—60”. Almost the oldest Iris 
that we list, but still in great demand as there is no other fine 
variety in this class so early or so tall. Comes out weeks ahead 
of most Iris, sometimes as early as March. Due to this early 
blooming habit, not recommended in very cold regions. A lus- 
trous rosy-tinted lavender: Sometimes attains a height of 6 
feet. Fragrant. A triploid, 36 chromosomes. 
40c; 3 for $1.00; 12 for $3.75 
Midseason 
OZONE (J. Sass 1935) M—37". A beauty in true lavender, 
embellished with harmonious copper shadings. You'll remem- 
ber this, once you've seen it. AWARD OF MERIT 1938. 48 
chromosomes. 50c; 3 for $1.25 
ANNE-MARIE CAYEUX (Cayeux 1928) M—32"'. Here you'll 
find the iridescent tints of a pigeon’s throat. The only Iris we 
list in pearly mauve. Soft, lovely. Delicately fragrant. Wonder- 
ful for mass effects. 35c; 3 for 85c; 12 for $3.00 
Late 
CHARLOTTE MILLET (Cayeux 1937) L—36’’. Modern Iris 
have often been likened to exotic orchids. In CHARLOTTE 
MILLET this resemblance is heightened, for it is one of the few 
varieties attaining the delicate tints of true orchids. Fine for 
that special nook of late-flowering varieties. An Iris of firm 
substance and excellent form. $1.00; 3 for $2.50 
THE LAVENDER BICOLORS 
Early 
PRESIDENT PILKINGTON (Cayeux 1931) EM—36”. A large 
Iris richly deserving the honor of being named for the eminent 
President of the English Iris Society. Standards of rosy buff, 
flaunted above wide flaring falls of bluish-Lavender, infused 
with old gold. Fragrant. 48 chromosomes. 50c; 3 for $1.25 
VALIANT (Sturtevant 1937) EM—36’. A bicolor blend in 
bronzy gold and electric blue-lavender, gilded with a deep orang2 
beard. Pleasant aroma. 50c; 3 for $1.25 
Midseason 
TOWER OF JEWELS (Salbach 1941) M—50"’. Reminiscent of 
the glowing Tower of Jewels at the ‘15 Exposition is this lofty 
floral creation from Salbach. Standards in rosy gold, falls in 
contrasting bright lavender. Low-branched stems and well- 
placed flowers. Plant it toward the back of your Iris bed. 
$1.00; 3 for $2.50 
Late 
*OLD LACE (Mitchell 1945) ML—36’. Until this new 
acquisition bloomed in our garden we did not suppos2 there 
was any Iris with a texture like old lace. But here it is, ruffled, 
crumpled and creped in such a way as to add to the charm result- 
ing from a blend of palest parchment and amethyst, much deever 
in the falls. The only bicolor in the new pattern which Prof. 
Mitchell has termed ‘’fancy’’. $7.50 
PLURABELLE (Cayeux 1933) L—38’’. A variety almost para- 
doxical, combining lovely softness with strong contrast. Stand- 
ards of delectable echru, differing markedly from the falls of 
clear mauve. 35c; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25 

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