LELANI (Washington 1943): Charming and entirely different is 
this lovely orange pink iris. The standards of Venetian pink are 
well domed and firm. The falls are rounded, of the same color, 
with well defined line of deeper pink and have the added attrac- 
tion of a peach red beard. The smooth textured heavy substanced 
flowers are nicely spaced on wide low branched stalks. Mid- 
season. 35 in. H.M., A.I.S. 1945. Each $7.50 
LIGHTHOUSE (Salbach 1936) : An outstanding iris for any garden. 
Standards old rose, with falls a coppery-rose-red. Blooms held 
on well branched tall stems, with heavy substance. Hardy. Late. 
36 in. A.M., A.1.S. 1941. Each 50c 
LILAC LANE (Whiting 1947): Pink toned lilac self. The delicate 
coloring carries a pearly iridescent sheen that envelopes the en- 
tire flower, yet the substance is very heavy. The form is lovely 
with wide standards nicely arched and domed. Broad falls lightly 
ruffled that flare. The stalks are strong and fairly well branched. 
Excellent growing and blooming habits. 36 in. Midseason. H.M., 
AaleSeiO43: Each $8.00 
LORD DONGAN (K. Smith 1940): Stunning indeed is this lovely 
flower with broad standards of Chinese violet and wide rounded 
falls of velvety pansy-violet, with no haft markings. An intense 
pale yellow beard. Late. 36 in. Each $1.00 
LORI MAY (DeForest 1941): A blend of Daphne pink that creates 
a very pink effect in the garden. The large flowers are smoothly 
finished and of heavy substance with semi-flaring falls and closed 
standards. Mid-season. 33 in. Each $1.00 
LOTHARIO (Schreiner 1942): Done in a similar color pattern to 
Amigo but differs greatly for this handsome iris is large and tall 
on well branched stems. The light blue standards and plush blue- 
purple falls are without veins or mars. The lightly frilled blooms 
have the added attraction of a lovely orange beard. Late mid- 
season. 38 in. H.M., A.I.S. 1945. Each $2.00 
LOVE AFFAIR (Mitchell 1946) : A rose-pink plicata with standards 
flushed and stippled rose-pink on a white ground. Falls have a 
wide edging of the same rose-pink. The flaring flowers are car- 
ried on low branched stalks. First prize at the 1946 Oakland 
Spring Garden Show. Midseason. 34 in. Each $1.50 
LOVELACE (Mitchell 1948) : An exquisite plicata of flaring, ruffled 
form. Standards are marked with a pink stippling on a buff-white 
ground. Falls a warm white completely edged with pink stipples. 
Crisp appearing flowers are beautifully poised on tall, nicely 
branched, stems. 36 in. H.M., A.1.S. 1948. Each $10.00 
LUCERNE (Salbach 1940): This deep flag blue is most attractive 
in landscaping and gives startling color effect when used in 
mass with a strong yellow as Song of Gold. Good branching and 
substance. Mid-season. 36 in. Each 75¢ 
LULLABY (Hall 1943): A self with large flowers of a luscious ap- 
ple blossom pink, with no haft markings. Good substance and 
form. The flowers are borne on tall, nicely branched stalks. Mid- 
season. 38 in. Each $1.50 
LYNN LANGFORD (Hall 1946) : This charming iris is most distinc- 
tive. A deep toned orchid pink with a golden yellow heart, evenly 
and smoothly blended into the orchid pink, without veining. The 
blooms are large, of flaring form and heavy substance and are 
gracefully poised on tall 36-inch nicely branched stems. Mid- 
season. H.M., A.1.S. 1946. Each $5.00 
MAGENICA (Cook 1941): A pinkish-yellow blend or salmon toned 
flower. Very large blooms with wide standards and falls of good 
form. Good substance. 36 in. H.M., A.I.S. 1943. Each 75c 
MANDALAY (Hall 1943): The sprightly carriage and stiffly flar- 
ing falls and domed standards along with the smooth even finish 
is what makes this lovely flower so unusual. The color is a lively 
copper brown warmly inflused with rose pink. Late. 32 in. H.M., 
AAS, 1943. Each 50c 
MANYUSYA (J. Sass 1944): An exquisitely ruffled orchid pink. 
Appealing and charming. Very clear colored and effective in the 
garden. Mid-season. 32 in. Each $1.00 
SYLLMAR GARDENS 
MARQUITA (Cayeux 1931): This distinct iris was imported from 
France a number of years ago. Standards of brilliant ivory with 
falls of ivory veined with watermelon rose. Late. 34 in. A.M., 
IGS WEISISY. Each 40c 
MARY E. NICHOLLS (Nicholls 1939): Smooth warm white with 
green-gold inlay on haft and bright orange beard. Beautifully 
formed flowers of suede-like finish. Free blooming and increases 
rapidly. Mid-season. 34 in. A.M., A.1.S. 1940. Each 50c 
MASTER CHARLES (Williamson 1943): A mulberry iris of charm 
with its jaunty flaring form and lustrous sheen. Standards are 
purple wtih brown at base; falls same color blended brown at the 
haft. Well branched stalks. Mid-season. 38 in. A.M., A.1.S. 
1946. Each $2.50 
MATTERHORN (J. Sass 1938): Large beautifully formed flaring 
flowers of pure white. Even the beard is white. Firm substance 
with a sparkling sheen and splendid branching. Mid-season. 36 
Hae Yd Mile, (Noles S10), Each 50c 
MATTIE GATES (Sass 1946): It is difficult to describe the beauty 
of this exquisite flower with a word description. A cool soft yel- 
low with bright gold on the crisp white heart of the wax-like falls. 
The whole flower is enveloped in a pronounced sheen. Delicate in 
appearance yet of firm substance. Good growing habits. Mid- 
season. H.M., A.1.S. 1946. Each $15.00 
MELITZA (Nesmith 1940): Impressive and unique is this tall 
graceful iris of salmony flesh with an intense pinkish tangerine 
beard, so vivid that the entire flower is infused with this brilliant 
color. Indispensable as a breeder. Mid-season. 40 in. A.M., 
Alesse) 1942, Each 75¢ 
MELODY LANE (Hall 1949): A bright glistening golden apricot. 
The flowers are very large with some ruffling and with a brilliant 
deep tangerine beard completing the lovely color harmony. Stout 
36-inch stems. Early. Each $15.00 
MEXICO (Kleinsorge 1943): A gay and brilliant bi-color with 
golden standards and broad falls of glowing red-brown with a 
decided plush-like finish. The flowers are huge and resemble 
a Mexican straw hat. Nicely branched and vigorous. Late. 36 in. 
Fala ZXcllas, WS arab. Each $2.00 
MING YELLOW (Glutzbeck 1938): Sparkling clear yellow with 
huge blooms poised gracefully on tall well-branched stalks. Heavy 
substance and slightly waved on edges. Late. 36 in. A.M., A.I.S. 
1941. Each 75c¢ 
MINNIE COLQUITT (H. Sass 1942): This really fine plicata of 
pearly white is peppered with a very striking bluish-wine stippled 
border. The flower is well formed with very wide standards and 
falls, possessing excellent substance and is well branched. Mid- 
season. 40 in. A.M., A.I.S. 1945. Each $2.00 
MIOGEM (McKee 1947): A brilliant blend of Fuchsia red, wine 
and blue with brown undertones, creating an exciting effect. The 
standards a blending of rose and firmly held by a strong greenish 
mid-rib. The falls are a deeper blend, broad and full at the haft, 
with a blue blaze at the base of the orange beard, and a ribbon 
ruffle of brown edging the falls. The flowers are of firm texture 
and well spaced on four-way branching stalks. Midseason. 36 
in. H.M., A.I.S. 1947. Each $5.00 
MISS CALIFORNIA (Salbach 1937): A beautiful garden orchid- 
pink self on tall stalks and well branched. Excellent substance, 
hardy and rapid increaser. A persistent bloomer. Early. 40 in. 
H.M., A.I.S. 1938. Each 50c 
MISSOURI (Grinter 1933): We consider this variety as one of the 
best medium blues at any price. Large flowers of lovely form 
and an enamel-like finish. Dykes Medal 1937. Mid-season. 38 
in. Each 50c 
MISTY GOLD (Schreiner 1943): Broad petaled flowers of soft 
lemon cream, edged with gold, are delightfully frilled and fluted. 
Slender stems with good branching. A very fine iris. Mid-season. 
38 in) HEMs, AclS. 1945: Each $1.50 
MISTY ROSE (Mitchell 1943): A soft rose-pink of a very delicate 
shade, slightly brown at the beard, unusual in color. Large blooms 
on well branched stems and very tall. Mid-season. Each $1.00 
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