Late 
* * AZURE SKIES (Pattison 1943) ML—34’’. We double- star 
this as we consider it the loveliest light blue in our entire list. 
Received AWARD OF MERIT in ‘45 and has moved up in SYM- 
POSIUM each year for past 4 years. Its charm is derived from its 
delightful pale blue color, and its beautifully ruffled form. Splen- 
did branching and flower placement. Now down to— $3.00 
THE MEDIUM AND DEEP BLUES 
Early 
* CALIFORNIA BLUE (Essig 1929) E to LM—58"’. An older 
Iris still outstanding on several scores: (1) The most fragrant blue 
Iris we have found; (2) Blooms over a period of 3 to 4 weeks; (3) 
Remarkably tall and vigorous. Large rich blue flowers. 50c 
SIERRA BLUE (Essig 1932) EM—50”. A fine, very tall, deep 
blue. Winner of the DYKES MEDAL in ‘35 and a SYMPOSIUM 
Iris for 6 years. Strong erect flower stalks. 
35c; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25; 50 for $12.50 
Midseason 
* * CHIVALRY (J. Wills 1944) M—36’’. We consider ourselves 
very fortunate in being able to offer this year a few rhizomes of 
this superb new blue that won the coveted DYKES MEDAL last 
season, and has been in very great demand ever since. Undoubtedly 
the finest and bluest Iris in our entire list. Glorious clear medium 
blue blooms, ruffled at the edge. Standards large and full. Falls 
flaring, broad hafted, firm and strong. A wonderful performer in 
every way. While they last—- $15.00 
ELEANOR BLUE (Salbach 1933) M—32". This campanula-blu2 
Iris stands out from the others because the falls are splashed with 
deep lavender, and the hafts are strikingly decorated with soft 
reddish brown. 40c; 3 for $1.00; 6 for $1.75 
SAN DIEGO (Mohr-Mitchell 1929) M—46". The only inexpen- 
sive dark violet-blue that we list, but a fine buy at this price. Huge, 
of perfect gothic form, and of a rich, attention-compelling color. 
May need some winter protection in the coldest sections. 
40c; 3 for $1.00; 12 for $3.75 
Late 
* BRUNHILDE’S BABY (J. Martin 1946) ML—236". From the 
popular BRUNHILDE has come this new introduction with much 
more flaring falls and of much larger size, but of nearly the same 
color—an intense violet blue with an interesting blue beard. Will 
sometimes give you winter bloom in mild climates, but should be 
mulched in cold areas. Delicately scented. $3.00 
THE RICH, DARK VIOLETS 
Early 
BLACK WINGS (Kirkland 1930) EM-M—36". The 1935 run- 
ner-up for DYKES MEDAL now available at a rock-bottom price. 
A Fluorite violet, approaching black. 35c¢; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25 
Midseason 
SABLE (Cook 1938) M—35". The top-ranking variety of all very 
dark selfs. Has been in the SYMPOSIUM every year since the be- 
ginning. An intense claret black; velvety falls, regal bearing. 47 
chomosomes. $1.00 
ACE OF SPADES (Salbach 1941) M—36". Almost as dark as the 
Ace of Spades. Falls are a rich blackish, red violet; standards some- 
what lighter. Flowers large, lightly ruffled. The prominent bronzy 
beard brightens up the flower to such an extent that visitors often 
prefer this to the more uniformly colored SABLE, with its blue 
beard. Very fragrant. Pollen abundant. $1.00 
THE ROYAL PURPLES 
Early 
DEEP VELVET (Salbach 1939) EM-—38". 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. A 
SYMPOSIUM Iris for the last 6 years. A free bloomer, thriving 
everywhere. Endowed with an enticing fragrance. Sets seed and 
has pollen. 48 chromosomes. $1.50; 3 for $3.75 
Midseason 
* * MASTER CHARLES (Williamson 1943) M—38”. The only 
Iris among all cur purples and violets that is sufficiently outstand- 
ing to merit our double stars this year. Ranked 8 from top in both 
the ‘46 and ‘47 SYMPOSIUMS, and well above all other purple 
Tall Bearded Iris. This popularity may be attributed to the rich 
glowing mulberry color, described by some as deep amethyst, and 
to the wonderful sheen. Color heightened by a washing of claret- 
brown at the hafts. A purple Iris you'll really like. $5.00 
WILLIAM A. SETCHELL (Brehm 1938) M—42". The largest Iris 
we grow. Truly colossal, 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. wads 75¢ 
CREOLE BELLE (Nicholls 1934) M—36’’. Wafted from the depths 
of this siren of the flower kingdom is an alluring perfume that will 
tantalize and hold you. CREOLE BELLE is our nomination for the 
most fragrant of all Iris. A very intense blue-purple, gilded brown at 
the haft. $1.00 
VIOLET BICOLORS 
AMOENAS, NEGLECTAS AND OTHERS 
Early 
AMIGO (Williamson 1934) EM—34". The loveliest Neglecta; 
the only one in all 8 of the SYMPOSIUMS. A particularly appealing 
color pattern—above are the glowing amethyst-blue standards, con- 
trasting, yet harmonizing with the vibrant pansy-purple falls be- 
low. Invitingly fragrant. 49 chromosomes. $1.00 
GIRIDLIAN’S CHOICE (Salbach 1941) EM—46"’. Named after 
an Iris enthusiast who greatly admired this unusual flower. Beau- 
tiful and brilliant are the red-lilac standards which rise stately above 
the broad deep red-violet falls. A striking Iris that commands at- 
tention. With a light-colored background it can be worked into a 
most effective and co’orful flower arrangement for the buffet or 
living room. You'll like this one. $1.25; 3 for $3.00 
Midseason 
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. Exqui- 
sitely fragrant. 48 chromosomes. 75¢ 
* ALLUMEUSE (Gage 1938) M—44”. A multicolored Iris with a 
gorgeous blending and contrasting of colors. Standards a mingling 
of .golden yellow and wisteria violet; falls raisin purple, shading to 
bright crimson, with a flush of orange brown at the haft. 75¢ 
* CANTABILE (Williamson 1930) M—32’’. Resembles WA- 
BASH and an acceptable substitute for those who want a more rea- 
sonable variety in this color class. 35¢ 
Late 
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 reddish 
purple’ 35c; 3 for 90c; 12 for $3.25; 50 for $12.50 
IRIS IN LAVENDER AND ORCHID 
Early 
SAN GABRIEL (Dean 1921) VE—60*. Comes out weeks ahead 
of most Iris, sometimes as early as March. Due to this early bloom- 
ing habit, not recommended in very cold regions. A lustrous rosy- 
tinted lavender. Fragrant. A triploid, 36 chromosomes. 
40c; 3 for $1.00; 6 for $1.75 
Midseason 
OZONE (J. Sass 1935) M—37"’. We always like this when we 
come upon it in the garden, as it is one of the very few Iris in true 
lavender. Embellished with coppery brown shading at the throat. 
Has the appeal of the unusual. AWARD OF MERIT ‘38. 50c 
Late 
CHARLOTTE MILLET (Cayeux 1937) L—36’’. Modern Iris have 
been likened to exotic orchids. In CHARLOTTE MILLET this re- 
semblance 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. $1.00 
THE LAVENDER BICOLORS 
Early 
PRESIDENT PILKINGTON (Cayeux 1931) EM-—36’. Named for 
the 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 
Midseason 
TOWER OF JEWELS (Salbach 1941) M——50’’. Reminiscent of the 
glowing tower of Jewels at the ‘15 Exposition is this lofty floral 
creation. 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 
Late 
OLD LACE (Mitch2ll 1945) ML—36*". Until this bloomed we did 
not suppose 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 resulting from a blend of palest parchment and amethyst, 
much deeper in the falls. The only bicolor in the new pattern which 
Prof. Mitchell has termed ‘’fancy’’. $5.00 

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