NEW MODERN IRIS 
ARE CREATIONS OF GIANT SIZE—SUPERB COLORS AND BLENDS 
BEAUTY UNSURPASSED 
e are Proud to Offer this Splendid List of New Iris. Many of them are in the Ameri- 
Iris Society's 1950 official list of 100 Most Popular Iris. Do not confuse these with 
ordinary varieties that have been in general use in gardens for a long time. 
Ten "Superb" Iris 
X1—CALIFORNIA GOLD. Large, rich flowers of deep glittering yellow; excellent form. It surpasses all others of 
its color class. Easy grower and free bloomer. Shown in color on page 58. 45c each; 3 for $1.20, postpaid. 
— KCLUSIVE. Magnificent, large blooms of frosty powder blue — the most distinctive of all light blue Tris. 
Tall, stately, gracetul, with flowers of perfect form and rich finish. See illustration on opposite page. 60c each; 
 $ for $1.60, postpaid. 
3 x IGHTHOUSE. Giant size blooms of rose, yellow and copper blend, with bright beard and glowing center. 
5 Hanae I aay planting this handsome Iris will stand out like a beacon. Pictured on page S58. S0c each; 3 for $1.30, 
___ postpaid. 
X4—MATTERHORN. Most beautiful of all white Iris. Large flowers, and many of them, on tall stems; pure white 
y throughout. Winner of many awards. 60c each; 3 for $1.60, postpaid. 
— D IE. Exquisite, large, ruffled flowers of orchid pink, close to true pink, with as many as five open blooms 
eure time. A really fine Iris we are proud to offer. See picture on opposite page. 50c each: 3 for $1.30. post- 
paid. 
X6—MULBERRY ROSE. A fitting name for this new beauty; large, distinctive flowers of pinkish mulberry with brown 
shadings, and rich brown beard. Tall stems; well branched. See color photo on page 58. 65c¢ each; 3 for $1.75, 
postpaid. 
X7—PRAIRIE SUNSET. Rich blending of peach, apricot, rose, copper _and gold—trul like a brilliant sunset. This 
gorgeous Iris is a Sass masterpiece, and a Dykes medal winner. 75c¢ each; 3 for $0.00. postpaid. 
-X8—RED GLEAM. The nearest scarlet in effect of any Iris. Large, semi-flaring flowers of velvety red with chest- 
x Sad Tall grower; free bloomer; very brilliant. See illustration in color on page 58. 65c each; 3 for $1.75, 
postpaid. 
X9—SABLE. Almost black—rich, shiny, blue-black-violet, with blue beard, and uncommonly brilliant for so deep a 
: color. Large blooms of heavy substance, tall strong stalks, and a lustrous beauty that will really take it places. 
Pictured on page 58. 65c¢ each; 3 for $1.75, postpaid. 
aig X10—TIFFANY. Most striking Iris of the yellow Plicata family, and caused a sensation when introduced. Strong, 
| _ branching plant produces many large ruffled flowers of light yellow heavily edged and dotted with bronze-pur- 
a ple and maroon. Color photo on page 58. 50c each: 3 for $1.30, postpaid. 
Seven Famous’ Iris 
-X18—DR. PINELLE. Handsome bronze-purple which for size, beauty, precision of form, branching and height repre- 
sents almost the standard of perfection among present day Iris. 
- XIS—GUDRUN. Heavily textured white, with magnolia-like petals. Rich golden beard and a light sprinkling of 
gold dust in the center gives elegant finish. A constant prize winner. 
- X20—FRANK ADAMS. Massive blooms are peouuny colored, with rosy tan standards and rosy red falls. Shoulder 
high stalks. We recommend it as one of the biggest and finest Iris of all times. 
p PACINDIAN HILLS. Giant large flowers of rich, true purple. Should be in every garden. Strong grower; free 
oomer. 
X22—LOUVOIS. Brown, deep, rich and velvety; large, shapely flowers. A beautiful and unique Iris novelty. 
X23—NOWETA. Famous pink-toned Iris, softly touched with yellow and electric blue. Flower beautifully frilled. 
VALOR. One of our best Iris. Large, fragrant, well formed flowers of blue violet shading to raisin purple. 
Tall, well branched plants bloom over a long period. 
PRICES ON THESE SEVEN “FAMOUS” IRIS 
(Your choice—all one kind, or assorted to your liking) 
; 35c Each %& 3for90c *& 7 for $1.60 
Ue (POSTPAID) 
Spring-and-Fall Blooming Iris 
Lovely Iris blooms in the s ring—then a fine repeat in the fall. 
Be sure to include some in your planting. 
X26—ARIEL. Charming ‘'Table Iris.'’ Small, graceful flowers of soft blue on 18-inch, slender stems. Perfect for table 
decoration. Rhizomes small. 
-X27—AUTUMN KING. Large, striking, blue-purple bi-color of fine form and texture. 
X28—ELEANOR ROOSEVELT. Superb flowers of rich royal purple, almost black. Very fine. 
-X29—GOLDEN HARVEST. Handsome soit yellow with blue tone at base. 
PRICES ON THESE “SPRING-AND-FALL” IRIS: 
(Your choice—all one kind, or assorted to your liking) 
AOc Each % 3for$l.00 * 6 for $1.57 
(POSTPAID) 
- FERRIS’ IRIS ARE STRONG AND HEALTHY—SO EASY TO GROW! 
Plant them shallow in good, WELL DRAINED soil in a sunny location, barely covering the roots with soil—l2 to 
18 inches apart. ORDER EARLY, as Iris ship more safely and plant more successfully before their new growth starts. 
questions found thereon. 
cluding a planting list of hard 
estimate coverin 
or more, the $7.50 fee 
Landscape Service ABSOLUTELY FREE. 
prompt delivery of plans. 
more to deduct the $ 
LANDSCAPE 
For Home Owners Who Desire to Create New and Additional Beauty on Their Home Grounds 
Perhaps the first and most important step in preparing for landscaping is the working out of a carefully 
balanced, detailed planting plan to exactly fit your individual grounds — using the proper choice of hardy 
materials, placed to best advantage. Such a plan, the ultimate development of which will create the picture 
you wish to attain, will usually prevent many planting disappointments and a needless expenditure of cash. 
impossible to promise quick service for plans 0 
to return any or all Spacek Because of the boo! 
50 plan credit, but stock may be shipped as wanted. 
BRYCE CANYON 
Special 
Gree Jnis 
With each IRIS order of 
$5.00 or over, we will in- 
clude without charge one 
beautiful CHINA 
MAID Iris. 
Five Iris Stars" 
SUPER IRIS for distinctive gardens. You 
will delight in their extraordinary beauty 
and color. 
X11—BRYCE CANYON. As brilliant and awe-inspiring as famous Bryce Can- 
yon, for which it was named. On strong, 3-ft. stems are borne the huge, 
shapely flowers of distinctive henna-copper with bronze yellow beard. 
Winner of many awards, and sixth on the year’s list of 100 most popular 
Iris. $2.50 each, postpaid. 
X12—CASA MORENA. Glowing deep rich coppery brown, flowers extra large 
and of superb form. An entirely new and brilliant color for your garden. 
A great prize winner. $1.95 each, postpaid. 
X14—CHINA MAID. Gigantic pink blend with copper, gold and lilac tones 
smoothly blended into a harmonious whole. The effect is a luscious pink. 
bexge size, fine form, tall 4 ft. stalks, and a heavy bloomer. 75¢ each, post- 
paid. 
X1S—MASTER CHARLES. Magnificent flaring blooms of deep mulberry purple, 
with brown haze at center. The large, glowing flowers are borne on tall, 
strong stems. One of the most brilliant and most distinctive of all the new 
Iris. $1.85 each, postpaid. 
XI6—WHITE WEDGEWOOD. New, classic white. This large Iris has the deli- 
cacy and texture of rare porcelain—soft hazy blue that quickly turns to 
white with blue flush at center, and unusual dark blue beard: Very love- 
ly. $1.50 each, postpaid. 
X17—"“STARS COMBINE.” One each of the five Iris “Stars” ay fs 
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SERVICE 
For years we have specialized in this service, which is FREE to our customers. You, too, are welcome to avail yourself 
of this opportunity. Simply follow the directions as outlined below. 
First write for our SKETCH BLANK. On this will be found full and simple instructions for you to follow in making the 
preliminary drawing of the house and grounds. 
Please establish all dimensions as accurately as possible and answer all the 
Upon receipt, of this drawing and a remittance of $7.50, our Landscape Architect will design you a complete plan, in- 
materials best suited for your particular needs, as wel 
the items included. Then if you purchase the planting materials from us and the order amounts to $50.00 
cou have already paid on the plan will be applied on your order as a due bill, thus giving you this 
l as a surprising, reasonable cost 
In the event a foundation planting plan only is desired, a $3.50 fee is Greer able which in turn will be applied to your 
order as a due bill upon the purchase of $35.00 worth of stock. We reserve t 
rate for lots larger than 75x200 feet, or to reject complicated plans where we feel the customer could 
ploying the services of an architect right on the grounds. 
NOTE: It is to your advantage to get your Landscape Plan ordered EARLY. After April lst we cannot guarantee to make 
We are extremely rushed after this date, and usually have so many plan orders ahead that it is 
rdered late. In case of a scarcity of landscape personnel, we reserve the right 
e right to charge a pronactoncial higher 
est be served by em- 
kkeeping and handling expense involved, the initial order must be $50.00 or 
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