The Flowers for the Millions—or the Millionaire. 

“T have gotten plants from you for several years 
and they have been the healthiest, most superb 
roots I have ever seen. The first year I couldn’t 
believe my eyes, and really, the novelty of seeing 
such wonderful iris has never worn off in suc- 
ceeding years. I have never ordered a collection 
before but feel sure any iris from you is better 
than other firm’s.’’ GEORGIA 
“The plants I have received from you in the 
past have been splendid, and I have recommended 
your plants to a number of people. Got one new 
customer for you last year and one this year. 
Your catalog is nice. I especially like your plan 
of listing the iris on the various lists of ‘‘100 
Best,’’ and your frankness about some of their 
faults.’’ MISSOURI 
“We certainly enjoyed seeing your iris. You 
have all of the best and while it’s impossible to 
see them all in bloom on the same day, we did 
see more iris than ever before. The following 
morning we drove back to see the commercial 
-planting and want to tell you we have never be- 
fore seen anything like it! I wouldn’t have be- 
lieved that there was that much stock of even one 
variety in the whole U. S. Such long rows were 
quite a sight and I hope our pictures of it turn 
out good. I was interested in your seedlings, es- 
pecially the red one. (Inspiration x Garden 
Glory). Three or four other reds were very good, 
but this one had everything. If this seedling 
should be released later, put me down for one. It 
was a beautiful shade of red, clear and strong, 
no veining, smooth texture and a self.’”’ 
WISCONSIN 
“With regard to our climate, I have been try- 
ing to obtain exact data as regards rainfall, tem- 
perature, humidity, etc., but have not been suc- 
cessful to date. Suffice to say, the ground never 
freezes, and we have only one or two surface 
frosts which are only severe enough to put one- 
eighth of an inch of ice on my bird-bath during 
the night. It never snows. My garden is at 7800 
ft, altitude, the soil is black, somewhat gritty, 
and PH readings are just on the alkaline side of 
neutral. Naturally, I have mixed in some good 
top-soil, and manure in areas previously devoted 
to other plants. Plus bone meal each time I re- 
move iris. As for rainfall, we have little or none 
from November through April, light showers in 
May and June, then the rainy season usually be- 
gins in earnest, with relatively heavy showers 
every afternoon and evening. But the soil dries 
out on the surface between showers due to the hot 
sun. In the dry season, according to a humidi- 
guide in my son’s room, the humidity ranges from 
10 to 20, while during the rains it sometimes 
reaches 50, but seldom higher. This is rather 
sketchy, but will give you the general idea. Right 
now I have blooms on CHINA MAID, GOLDEN 
MAJESTY, WINTER CARNIVAL, ICY BLUE, 
BRONZINO, INDIAN CHIEF, THE ADMIRAL, 
and WHITE GODDESS. NIGHTFALL, GLORI- 
OLE and SNOQUALMIE have bloomed during the 
month. (written July 30th). None of these plants 
have been in the ground more than 15 months and 
three of them were transplanted just over two 
months ago. Apparently they do not have a rest 
period here, and grow so fast that anything less 
than 18’’ apart results in crowding in a year. My 
only difficulty, to date, is two small children and 
two cocker spaniels, and between them my iris 
sometimes take a beating and have to have wire 
protection. I wrote the American Iris Society, re- 
questing the names and addresses of other mem- 
bers here in Mexico, and to my surprise, it ap- 
pears that I am the only one. I had hoped to find 
other enthusiasts with whom I could exchange 
plants, et cetera. My knowledge about iris is, nat- 
urally, limited, as I have been playing with them 
only since we bought our house here a few years 
ago. Altho my garden space is limited I now 
have over 90 plants, but the rest of the garden is 
for children and dogs. However, the Company, of 
which I am General Manager, may erect its own 
building in the not too distant future, and then I 
will have ample space for iris and hope to try 
hybridizing them. Thanks once again for your kind 
cooperation.’’ MEXICO CITY 
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“T am very pleased with the daylilies I bought 
last year. They are beautiful and still A ie 
“The daylilies were planted the same day I re- 
ceived them. They were wonderful plants and so 
vigorous, I’m sure they will all bloom next year. 
The iris from you, planted last year, bloomed 
every one and they were just beautiful—too pretty 
for words. Last but not least, I want to thank 
you for the extra iris, Shannopin. I am also a 
gladiolus grower of the amateur class—won seven 
ribbons at the Minn. Glad. Soc. State Show this 
summer. But I still think iris are the most beau- 
tifuls; MINNESOTA 
“Just a note from a very satisfied customer. 
The iris I ordered from you last year were grand. 
Came thru our high dry climate in good condition 
this past winter. Would you be so kind as to add 
another name to your mailing list? I am helping 
a friend establish an iris garden and find your 
catalog and plants among the best.’’ 
COLORADO 
“Last year at the Iris Show at Horticultural 
Hall in Boston, I met several people who send to 
you for their iris. I gave your name to all the 
people who asked me the best place to send for 
the varieties on exhibit, because the ones I re- 
ceived from you were so lovely and such healthy 
roots. I only wish I had more room. Last fall I 
threw out some of the old common ones to make 
room for new acquisitions.’’ MASSACHUSETTS 
“T ordered some iris and (separately, at a later 
date) some daylilies from you this fall. All arrived 
in fine shape and were promptly planted. One of 
the iris varieties I ordered was the dwarf JEAN 
SIRET (three plants) and planted them Sept. 22nd 
—hordly over a month ago. This morning I found 
one of them in bloom! Is this not slightly amaz- 
ing? At any rate it certainly attests the accuracy 
of your catalogue description. “Reliable fall 
bloomer’’ indeed. It also is evidence of the health 
and vigor of your plants. Perhaps this is not an 
unusual occurrence, but it so astonished me that I 
thought I would tell you about it.’’ 
WASHINGTON, D. C. 
“T have bought daylily plants from N. Y., 
Mich., Ohio and Spring, Texas. Your plants are 
much superior to any of them. I’m going to dis- 
card other plants to make room for the enclosed 
order. (P.S.) My neighbors echoed my views.’’ 
PENNSYLVANIA 
“Tast year I bought 18 iris from you and all 
bloomed except GARDEN MAGIC and SALAR, 
and were very beautiful. Your rhizomes are won- 
derful! Several friends viewed my garden and 
wanted me to sell them rhizomes. Will you please 
quote me prices on dozen lots as I expect there 
will be more orders next year and I would rather 
do business with you than any of the other con- 
cerns (and there have been several) because your 
rhizomes have been so much better.”’ 
NEW YORK 
“The iris you sent me are indescribably beauti- 
ful. They have all bloomed except SNOQUALMIE. 
(which may be due to the fact that it is planted 
in a low spot). I am very much thrilled over your 
introductions for 1949. Altho at the present they 
are way beyond my reach. I know that some day 
IT shall have at least one if not all three. It seems 
superfluous to say that your stock and prices are 
what we always hopefully expect but seldom get. 
I never miss a chance to recommend Edenwald 
Gardens.’”’ CONNECTICUT 
“T have heard so many very favorable com- 
ments on your plants, that I am sending this order 
with high hopes. If your iris are all that they are 
reported to be, you may certainly count on further 
orders from me.’’ TENNESSEE 
“The order I got last fall was simply wonder- 
ful. Every one bloomed except STELLA PO- 
LARIS, FRANK ADAMS and ARETHUSA. And I 
lost only one (STARDOM) out of the 15 I ordered. 
Thank you for the lovely roots.’’ 
SOUTH DAKOTA 
