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TODAY'S 5 MOST HONORED VARIETIES | 
While my variety descriptions always include mention of the latest 
honors given the different varieties (as explained on page 2), I feel 
that it will be distinctly helpful to you to have brought together in 
one place those varieties that have won the principal honors since 
my last catalog was printed, and that were rated the highest in the 
latest voting of the 249 experienced judges of the American Iris 
Society. Without a doubt, the following five varieties represent ihe 
very latest approved advances of the Iris breeders. To have all 
five of them in your garden is to be really up-to-date. 
Helen McGregor—1949 Dykes Medal—Page 21. 
Blue Rhythm—Runner-up for Dykes Medal—Page 2]. 
Cherie—Highest ranking in 1949 Awards of Merit—Page 14. 
Blue Valley—Next to the top in Awards of Merit—Page 21. 
Ola Kala—Leader in Symposium 1947, 1948 and 1949—Page 18. 
I also offer the following outstanding varieties that rated near the 
top in the 1949 voting for the Dykes Medal, the Award of Merit, 
or Honorable Mention: Lady Mohr, p. 12. Bryce Canyon, p. 17; 
Amandine, p. 19; Cloud Castle, p. 21; Three Oaks, p. 15; Blue 
Elegance, p. 12. 
ARRANGEMENT OF VARIETIES 
You will find my unique arrangement of varieties by color and 
season of bloom a great help (1) in comparing similar varieties and 
deciding which to buy, (2) in planning your garden for color har- 
monies and continuity of bloom. Also, many like to arrange their 
varieties in the garden in the same order in which I list them, so 
as to create a gorgeous Iris Rainbow. 
THE ORCHID-PINKS 
Pinks with an Orchid-Like Infusion of Lavender or Lilac 
MIDSEASON 
LYNN LANGFORD (D. Hall ‘46) * HC’45, HM’46, S 35.00 
A luscious deep heliotrope-pink, made even more colorful by a 
vivid orange-yellow beard and a generous out-pouring of golden 
yellow from the center of the flower onto the hafts, like gold 
epaulets. A smooth, silky finish and heavy substance help in 
making this a flower of refinement that retains its trim appearance 
for a considerable period. Fine, large flowers, on strong, nicely- 
branched stems. M—36”". 
MANYUSYA (J. Sass ‘44) * $1.50 
A descendant of the famous No-we-ta, but much larger and taller. 
A light pink sought for the clearness and purity of its coloring, 
and for its delightfully frilled and ruffled form. Delicately scented. 
M—34”. 
MISS CALIFORNIA (Salbach ‘37) HM'38 50c. 3 for $1.25 
A tall, very large pink greatly admired by our visitors. A lovely 
shade of amaranth pink, with just a hint of lilac. Very fragrant. 
EM—48". 
PINK OPAL (J. Sass ‘34) 50c; 3 for $1.25 
Finest of the inexpensive pinks. A tall, clear, pink self, with the 
faintest tinge of lavender. M—38". 
IN RHYTHMIC TRANSITION FROM COLOR TO COLOR 

CHANTILLY—Orchid Pink 
CHANTILLY (D. Hall ‘45) * * HM’45, AM’47, S $3.50 
I choose this as the most distinctive and amazing of the various 
Iris that are ruffled and crinkled to various degrees. The petals have 
an edging of the heaviest ruffling and frilling of any Iris I have 
ever seen, and appear as if adorned with lace. The coloring is a 
luscious orchid-pink. Comes from the same line of breeding as 
Hall’s famous Flamingo pinks with tangerine-beards; very likely 
carries a recessive character for this type of beard. A wonderful 
parent; I look for some very novel, decorative offspring. M—36”. 
RIDING HIGH (Lapham ‘40) 50c; 3 for $1.25 
A striking deep velvety amethyst pink. One your neighbors do not 
have. Richly perfumed. Pollen abundant. Sets seed. M—32”. 
LATE 
PINK CLOUD (Fay ’46) $2.50; 3 for $6.50 
A very new, delightful soft orchid pink lightening in a beautiful 
‘way to white in the center of the flower, and set off by a glowing 
yellow beard. Well-branched stalks, good substance. From the 
handiwork of Orville Fay, a breeder who is just stepping into 
prominence with other outstanding creations like New Snow and 
New Horizon. M—40". 
ORCHID LADY (Salbach ‘43) 75c; 3 for $2.00; 10 for $6.00 
Notable for size of flowers, thick substance, flaring falls, ex- 
quisite coloring. Superb, both in the garden and for exhibitions. 
The faint undertone of brown gives the pink tone prize-winning 
richness, especially under electric light. Delightfully fragrant. 
L—34". 

“So down from Heaven fair Iris flies, On saffron wings impearled with dews, 
That flash against the sunlit skies, A thousand variegated hues.”—VIRGIL: Aenid. 13 
