KE. G. (Greig) Lapham is better known to some folks as a raiser of bantam 
chickens. One of these, Frances, rules the “roost” at 1103 Strong Ave. We have 
no information that she is in any way responsible for the many good reds and 
pinks that have come from his iris garden. He does have valuable help in 
pe. Wise at Wakarusa. I think we will hear more about Charley at a later 
ate. 
The originator of BRIGHT SONG is only the VILLAGE GARDENER. 
BRIGHT SONG (Schroeder). Large ruffled flowers of rose pink with a tangerine 
beard. The eight flowers with arching standards and falls are carried on 
excellently branched stalks. While the buds of this variety are not pink 
its garden effect is more pink than the new warm pinks. The blooms which 
last for 4 days hold their color well. Should prove valuable as a breeder 
(Far West x Midwest Gem) x Morocco Rose) x (Golden Eagle x China Maid). 
OL ONSE EAM IM Sl eo Rantala pent pa Ra pe ek Sea Bel eps Sioa eg a a ga gee De a a NS $15.00 
ESTATE (Benson). An exquisite medium sized chaste white self with excellent 
substance. The hafts are wide without markings and the falls are semi- 
flaring. <A perfect iris for the front of the border. A sister seedling to 
Be MTU LE Vi amet hope ru eere ae eI CNS 2 SEG Sere th Sk a ee Oe 10.00 
MORNING (Faught). This iris was seen in our garden in 1948 under the name 
of ODDITY. The tall well branched stalks bear many medium sized flowers 
of an unusual and pleasing combination of colors. The domed standards are 
white are edged with a wide band of cream at their base. The flaring falls 
are pale blue. One of the finest in pastel coloring. Has the good plant habits 
meter Daren toDUN tax 0L0. sale Midseason 9738 oe ee 10.00 
RED WAVES (Lapham). The reddest iris to date. The arching standards and 
flaring falls are of the same shade of brilliant Indian Lake. There is a min- 
imum of haft markings. Substance and ability to hold its color is excellent. 
Branching ample. Has already proved its worth as a parent, I believe that 
this variety will be a pleasure both as a breeder and a garden variety. 
CNG) ee, ie eer eee en Uae te Fee Se a rae ee $10.00 
SUNRISE SHADOWS (Faught). The name was arrived at from the rose lights 
on the clouds frorn the rising sun. It is one of the most brilliant iris in the 
garden. Its deep rose tones are similar to those of INSPIRATION but unlike 
others of that coloring it does NOT fade. The rounded form and excellent 
branching and substance make it an ideal garden variety. Midseason. 
HE ae Te ee 2 ae NT ae Ne ile A De, ga ge meme A AG he a $15.00 
SWAN LAKE (Benson). A fine medium sized, crisp, light blue self with excep- 
tionally fine form and substance. The standards are domed and the falls 
semi-flaring. Flowers are nicely spaced on a well branched stalk. Most 
outstanding seedling at Missouri Horticulture Society show 1947. A. I. S. 
Certificate of Commendation 1948. BIRCHBARK x GREAT LAKES. Mid- 
ACT e i REY wy So a ay Dn SSE oC ay ha A SO aa IN el re Pa $12.50 
TOSCA (Benson). A delightful ruffled medium lavender blue self. Standards 
are domed and the semi-flaring falls are wide at the haft. Possessing ex- 
cellent substance, it stands up perfectly in wind and rain. A.I.S. Certif- 
icate of Commendation 1948. Brunhilde x Gloriole. Midseason. 36”_~$15.00 
WHITE SENTRY (Benson). A white iris with no other color to mar its chaste 
appearance. The medium sized, ruffled flowers with wide hafts and a 
glistening sheen are of exceptionally heavy texture and withstand wind and 
rain with ease. Without doubt the most outstanding flower at the St. Louis 
show in 1948. A.I. S. Certificate of Commendation 1948. Only large stock 
makes introduction possible at the price. BIRCHBARK x BRUNO. Mijid- 
aa een) ee ee ee eee ee Oe Oe eee ee $10.00 
