
Crees! * LATE 
- BRYCE CANYON (Kleinsorge ‘44) * * HM’45, AM’47, S $3.50 
: The highest ranking of all Iris in bronze and copper. Has been 
among the top few considered for the Dykes Medal the past two 
years. Those who have visited Bryce Canyon National Park, with 
its castles and Minarets hewn by the elements out of “the most 
colorful rock formation on the face of the earth’, will be astonished 
_ that nature bestowed the same scintillating terra cotta coloring on 
_ this floral masterpiece. At sunrise, and again at sunset, both the 
canyon and its namesake Iris glaw at their best. New though it 
is, its descendants are beginning to appear, Cordovan and General 
Patton. Its seedlings usually are of high quality. ML—36”. 
BUFF AND BROWN BEAUTIES 
Try These for the Attraction of the Unusual. 
‘ MIDSEASON 
CHAMOIS (Kleinsorge ‘44) * * HM’45, AM’48, S $5.00 
A superb new Iris, ranking at the top for its individual color, 
unmarred smoothness, immense size and remarkable substance and 
finish. A pure chamois self, with a soft, satiny finish, glistening 
with myriads of frosty particles. As elegant a pastel as I grow. 
Possesses a@ quiet beauty unattained by any other Iris, and ior 
this reason is unsurpassed as a garden harmonizer. M—34"’. 
GOLDEN RUSSET (D. Hall '46) * *. HC’45, HM’‘47 $5.00 
At last a new giant to outdo even William A. Setchell in size of 
flower. Simply enormous. On an established plant the flowers are 
often 7 inches high, the falls measure 9 inches across when spread 
out on a ruler. Buds 6 inches long, like huge cigars. Best of all, 
this new colossus is a sumptuous beauty in light golden russet. 
In spite of its size and height, is able to resist rain and wind. 
One to cause your visitors to gasp in amazement. M—38". 
BROWN TURBAN (Essig ‘47) $2.50; 3 for $5.00; 10 for $15.00 
A unique rustic brown, standards rich amber, falls warm brown 
subtly blended with deep gold and vinaceous mauve. Medium 
sized flowers, very stiff, nearly horizontal falls. Used by Gersdorff 
as the seed parent in producing his Wings of Morning and En- 
chanted Bride. Sets seed heavily. Transmits its very flaring falls 
to its offspring. EM—32”. 
BROWN THRASHER (Kirkland ‘41) HM’40, AM’43 $1.25 
We herald this as one of the most sensational new colors ever to 
be developed—a smooth, rich true brown, like the song-bird for 
which it was named—and further—it glistens with a lustrous irid- 
escence, like sunbeams reflected from the plumage of the bird. 
Dr. Kirkland’s finest creation. Beautifully proportioned flowers on 
well-branched stems. Has no pollen, but sets seed. M—36”. 
MARIMBA (DeForest ‘43) $1.00 
A new color, cinnamon-bulf. Large beautifully proportioned flowers 
in a lovely and unusual color, and on well-branched stalks. M—38”. 
BERMUDA SAND ((D. Hall '39 * $1.00 
A large Iris colored in pleasing light coffee-tan, with a glint of 
gold shining through to brighten up the whole flower. Heavily 
ruffled. Vigorous growth and sturdy stalks. M—36”. 
LATE 
COPPER GLOW (G. Douglas '45) * HM’45 $3.00 
A glowing coppery brown that has received much favorable com- 
ment from the experts. A warm, golden brown, as vibrant as 
autumn foliage. Over the whole flower there is an elusive cast 
of faint coppery rose. Flowers well placed on strong stalks. A new 
one I know you'll want. ML—37”, 
SALMON AND APRICOT BLENDS 
Color Harmonies in Rose, Gold, Peach and Amber. 
MIDSEASON 
MELLOWGLOW (Whiting ‘42) * * HM’42 $4.00 
As luscious a blend as any I grow, mingling deep peach, amber 
and apricot, and flushed with pink. Substance is extremely heavy, 
with a crisp character that insures endurance in sun and rain. 
Suits both those who like them ‘mellow’ and those who prefer 
them “glowing”. Nicely ruffled, and often transmits this character 
to its seedlings. M—37". 
PRECIOUS (Mitchell ‘45) $1.00; 3 for $2.50 
One of Prof. Mitchell’s new “fancies” from plicata breeding. Whole 
flower is suffused and marbled with superimposed color—palest 
apricot on a creamy yellow ground. Well-rounded flowers on stalks 
with good branching. Delicately scented. M—38". 
CALIFORNIA PEACH (Salbach ‘41) HM’4l 50c. 3 for $1.25 
A soft pinkish copper, blended with gold. Enlivened by a dash 
of lavender-blue in the center of the falls. E—EM—38". 
LATE 
CASCADE SPLENDOR (Kleinsorge '45) * * HM’45, AM’47, S $3.50; 3-$9 
Tall, magnificent and heavily ruffled is this Iris that effectively 
mingles pink, gold, apricot and tan. If ever there was an Iris to 
stir one’s soul here it is, with flowers cascading down its tall stems 
in unbelievable beauty. Pleasingly fragrant. L—40”. 
PRAIRIE SUNSET (Sass '39) Dykes ‘43, S $1; 3 for $2.50; 10 for $8 
This fabulous Iris was introduced in 1939 at $100.00. The sun setting 
over the prairie is no more beautiful than this. Blended in tones 
of apricot, amber, rose and old gold. From this have already 
descended so many fine Iris that I give but a partial list: Casa 
Morena, Juliet, Ola Kala and Sunset Serenade. ML—30"’ 
IRIS IN HUES OF ORANGE 
Unheard Of in Earlier Days. 
: EARLY 
L’'LUVIA D’ORA (DeForest ‘42) $1.00; 3 for $2.50; 10 for 8.00 
An attractive Iris named to signify a “shower of gold’’. A color 
heretofore unachieved in Iris; may be termed “apricot orange”. 
Formal, bearing 9 to 11 flowers per stalk. From Salar x Far West. 
2s MIDSEASON 
ROCKET (Whiting '45) * * * HM’45, AM’47, S $8.00. 3 for $16.00 
The orange Iris that stands head and shoulders above all com- 
petitors. Standards of pure deep chrome, falls smooth vivid orange. 
Flowers large, done in modern style, with wide petals, exceptionally 
heavy substance. Introduced at $40.00; has been skyrocketing to 
fame ever since. The English, with their fogs, aren't used to such 
brilliance, for here's the report that came back when this Rocket 
reached England: ‘‘And now put on sun-glasses, for here is an Iris 
almost too dazzling for the naked eye.’ Very new, yet Mrs. 
Whiting has already used its pollen in producing her latest crea- 
tion, Tangier. Honey locust fragrance. M—36". 
PRINCE OF ORANGE (Kleinsorge ‘40) HM’42, AM‘44 50c; 3 for $1.25 
A splendid creation in bright yellowish-orange. Falls flaring, of 
eae substances. Outclasses both parents, Far West and Naranja. 
SUNSET SERENADE—Reblooms. See Autumn Bloomers, page 9. $1.00 
THE NEW CHARTREUSE YELLOWS 
For Bewitching Flower Arrangements. 
MIDSEASON 
CHAR-MAIZE (Lyon ‘49) * HC’48, HM’49 $22.50 
Breaking sharply from the accustomed tones of yellow into a new 
sea-foam chartreuse blended with deep yellow, this very new Iris 
will be the delight of the flower arrangers always seeking some- 
thing different and with real appeal. A large flower with a heavy 
substance that withstands heat and wind. A seedling of Snow 
Flurry which contributes a pleasing ruffling to the form. A vig- 
orous grower, producing tall, well-branched stems. M—44’. 
GREEN PASTURES (Heller ‘47) * HC’45, HM’47 $7.50 
Here is one of the closest approaches to green yet available in 
Bearded Iris. A delightful chartreuse yellow in soft pastel tints. 
A touch of blue at the tip of the beard is most effective and ac- 
centuates the cool green tones of the bloom. Tall and free flowering. 
Starts blooming early and is often still in good condition when 
the late varieties come out. Perfectly hardy. Introduced at $30 in 
1947. E, M & L—S0". 
OKLAHOMA (Mitchell ‘45) $1.50 
Our favorite of all of the new ones from Prof. Mitchell. A flower of 
large size with a bewitching new color resulting from blending pale 
seafoam green, primrose yellow and light buff. Brilliantly high- 
lighted with a large central blue blaze on each fall. We think you'll 
like this; it’s different. Exquisitely fragrant. M—41”. 
CAROLINE BURR (K. Smith ‘40) HM’40, AM’‘42 $1.00; 3 for $2.00 
Gold Medal N. Y. World's Fair ‘39. A fascinating light ivory, overlaid 
with the palest chartreuse and a frosty iridescence. Is the pollen 
parent of the superb Amandine. Also sets seed well, and may 
yield amoenas and neglectas as well as creams, for it comes from 
Easter Morn x Madame Maurice Lassailly. ML—42”. 
LADY MOHR—Distinctive Onco-Bearded Hybrid, page 12.. $2.50 
YELLOWS, BRIGHT AND DEEP 
Try These With the Wonderful New Blues. 
EARLY 
GOLDEN RUFFLES (Taylor '46) * * * HM’46, AM’49 $5.00 
Probably the most talked-of yellow Iris today, as it has not only 
just won the Award of Merit, but has also won numerous regional 
awards including the gold cup for the finest specimen in the entire 
Hollywood Iris Show 1946; and 1948 Sweepstakes Winner at the 
Salt Lake City Show. A wonderful clear yellow, wide and smooth, 
with a delightful ruffling that gives it an appeal such as few Iris 
possess. EM—38". 
JOAN LAY (H. Chadburn 39) AM Royal Hort. Soc. ‘41 $2; 3 for $4 
The most noteworthy English yellow, and much admired since it 
has been brought to this country. A wonderful deep golden yellow 
of fine form that will bring abundant color to your garden at ihe 
very start of the season. Pleasingly fragrant. YVE—36". 
SONG OF GOLD (Essig ‘37) HM’'39 75c; 3 for $1.50; 10 for $4.50 
The very best of the inexpensive, early-blooming bright yellows. 
Done in modern style, with flaring falls that give exceptional 
character. Large, well-branched. Perfectly hardy. One of the most 
fragrant of yellow Iris. E—38". 
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