Zephyranthes. Fairy lilies. The smallest Amaryllid, 6”-12” tall. Fine in 
beds or borders. Hardy in middle south. In north dig and store. They may be 
grown in pots. Give acid soil, sandy loam with leaf mould or peat. Full sun or 
Slight shade. ; 
Zephyranthes grandiflora. The largest Zephyranthes and the best pink. It 
is very easy to grow. In the south, its habit of flowering every time it rains 
in summer gives it the name of Pink Rain Lily. 15c ea. 
The Alliae or onions are now included in the Amaryllis Family. The fol- 
lowing Alliums are useful as foods as well as ornamental. Culture simple 
and easy. 
Allium schoenoprasum. True Chives. Small clumps, 10c, 3 for 25c. 
A. tuberosum. Japanese Garlic. Deliciously flavored leaves. Evergreen and 
probably not hardy in north. 25c. (Try wintering in a pot.) 
IRIS FAMILY — Iridaceae 
The Iris is the type plant of this family which also includes Gladiolus, 
Marica, Tigridia and many others that are listed in our Fall Catalogs. 
Tall Bearded Iris. The old fashioned name was Iris Germanica, or simply 
Flags. We thought them lovely, but modern Iris, with their infinite colors, 
markings and blendings, are scarcely recognizable as their descendants. 
We prefer to deliver Iris in June and July as soon as we can after flower- 
ing as that is the best time. They can be moved any time of year but they 
do better if moved then. However we will send, on your responsibility, at any 
time. 
Culture is simple. Plant with roots spread out and rhizomes covered not 
over 1”. They do well in sandy loam but prefer heavy soil. It should be mildly 
alkaline or at least neutral. In acid soils the results range from unsatisfactory 
to complete failure. Ashes are often used in some sections to neutralize acid 
soils, with much benefit to Iris but do not use them in Calif. or where soils are 
usually alkaline. Do not use manure or other fertilizers. Good garden soil 
enriched in previous years is best. 
Iris bloom better the following spring if allowed to become quite dry and 
to bake in late fall for a couple of months. When clumps become crowded 
there are likely to be very few and poor flowers. 
“The Iris 400” is our price list of recent introductions. They are the newer 
and better varieties and truly the aristocrats of Irisdom. The prices range 
from 35c to as high as $10.00 but are mostly under $5.00 each. If you desire 
this for the purpose of adding to your collection, it is free for a post card 
request. The price list contains valuable cultural advice and a ‘Personal 
Letter” giving some account of the history of improved iris hybrids in 
California. If you want the price list for this information only, please send 10ce. 
Airy Dream. 42”. Ruffled orchid pink. 40c ea. 
Alta California. 48”. S. deep yellow, perfect in form. 25c. 
Arcadia Blue. Pale blue. Profuse spring and fall bloomer, 25c. 
Asia. 48”. S. lavendar; F. violet-purple blend. Late. 35c. 
Attitash. Variegata. S. yellow, citrine and violet blend. F. violet blend. 20c. 
Blue Beard. Better blue than parent, Crimson King. Fall bloomer. 35c. 
Blue and Gold. Deep gold beard. 20c. 
Blue Velvet. 46”. Intense, deep violet blue. 25c. 
Boadicea. Yellow and pink blend, flushed sky blue in center of F. 25c. 
Buechley Giant. Perfectly formed, massive blue flowers; very tall. 25c. 
California Blue. 60”. Rich blue violet with glowing orange beard. 25c. 
Canyon Mists. 40”. Pink mauve self colored. Beautiful. 20c. 
Cecil Houdyshel. Tall Plicata. White, feathered lavender. 20c. 
Cheerio. S. lustrous tan. F. brilliant velvety red. 40c. 
China Maid. Blend of pink, gold bronze and rosy lilac, $1.00. 
Cinnabar. Rich velvety deep red violet. 20c. 
Claridad. 30”. Best, true-blue iris. 20c. 
Coronation. 36”. Fine, large, deep golden yellow. 20c. 
Cucamonga. Tall velvety blue-violet, 25c. 
Dauntless. Fine tall red self. 35c. 
Delight. Tall, pink and white plicata, 15c. 
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