are very doubtful about. Selecting one present often spoils an entire afternoon. Nearly 
all your friends love flowers and are sure to appreciate a gift of bulbs, an orchid, An- 
thurium or an African Violet. The last named are already one of the most desired gifts 
and very frequently used. Just sit down in your most comfortable chair, our catalog in 
hand. Select the present at the price you wish to pay and mail us the order to be sent 
to you or direct to your friend. There is no tired, impatient salesman at hand to hasten 
your decision. You will enjoy it more than down-town shopping. 
IRIS FAMILY — Iridaceae 
The Iris is the type genus of this family, which includes Iris, Gladiolus, Watsonias, 
Freesias, Sparaxis, Tritonias, Babianas, etc. 
Tali Bearded Iris. A garden is not complete without a good collection of Bearded 
Iris. These can be planted until late into the fall, but the earlier you plant the more 
flowers you will get next spring. 
Our “1951 Iris 400, Price List,” lists nearly 250 of the newest and best. It omits 
only the newest introductions of 2 or 3 years past that still sell for very high prices. But 
it includes the best in the range from 25c to $6.00 ea. The culture information is valuable 
as it tells you how to grow them and how to get a profusion of flowers every year. In 
order to make this available to everyone, whether they wish to buy or merely want the 
culture information; we charge a dime for it. If you order in 1951, deduct the dime but 
don’t ask for a free copy. The clerical costs and postage, printing, etc., exceeds the dime, 
which you pay to get it. Lest you expect more, I will explain, this is a folded sheet of 
paper, 9” x 18”, printed on both sides, no illustrations. 
Dutch Iris. These are bulbous Iris. The flowers are not fragile like Bearded Iris and 
are therefore useful florists flowers. | 
Culture. Try to plant before Oct. 30, if possible, as late plantings will not do quite 
so well. The bulbs should not be out of the ground too long. Plant 1” to 3” apart and 
3” or 4” deep, depending on size. Sandy soil with leaf mould is preferred. Full sun or 
slight shade. Hardy in milder sections of the north but a winter mulch is advised. They 
can be grown in pots, in a cool room. 
Some varieties do not make large bulbs, hence no size is specified. Ours were rather 
crowded this year and did not reach maximum size, but all will flower. 
It is not possible under present conditions to get enough labor. We have decided to 
quit growing a number of items and this is one of them. We are reducing our prices to 
a level that is sure to sell them all and I advise early orders. 
Yellow Queen. Pure deep gold. 3 for 20c. 60c doz. 
Assorted colors. 3 for 25c. 70c doz. 
Planting Stock. Small offsets of assorted varieties. A few may flower, but doubtful. 
All should flower second year. 25c doz. $1.50 per 100. 
I. reticulata. This bulbous iris is the daintiest, smallest and most fragrant of all iris. 
The flowers are bright violet blue and the perfume is that of violets. In pots, planted 
early, they bloom by Christmas. What more can one want? There is more. They are 
hardy. Our bulbs were grown in Mich. They are very desirable where small. plants are 
wanted for borders, beds or rock garden. There is still more in their favor, the price. 
Formerly, they have sold as high as 35c ea. This year I can offer the top size, 6 for 6c, 
or $1.00 doz. 
Culture. They prefer a sandy soil, rich in humus. Add leaf mould or a little peat for 
the humus. In pots, be sure of good drainage. For Christmas bloom pot early, at least 
by late Oct. give them about 3 weeks in a cool room and not watered too heavily. Then 
bring to a warmer room with plenty light and some sun. Keep slightly moist until top 
growth shows then water more freely, and in winter, full sun exposure. Plant 12 in a 6” 
pan or pot and 6 in a 4” pot. Shift to garden in early spring. 
Iris spuria. 3 to 4 ft. tall. Very attractive in the garden and excellent for cutting. 
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