IRIS FAMILY — Iridaceae 
Iridaceae include the very large genus Iris as well as Gladiolus, Marica 
and many that we list in the fall catalogs. 
Tall Bearded Iris were formerly called “Flags.” Only white and violet 
were known to me in my youth. Not even a vivid imagination could have 
guessed at their modern development. The modern gorgeous reds, pinks, 
yellows, orange, in solid colors, blends, variegatas or plicatas are amazing. 
Altho they can be planted any time, much the better time is soon after 
flowering. We prefer to deliver from June to fall. 
: We have about 500 varieties and can list 250 or more. The space available 
in this catalog does not permit listing more than 25. But all those who buy 
from this list will be placed on a new Iris mailing list. In the spring we will 
send a price list of all, no illustrations. A post card request will bring it also. 
If you prefer we can send 1950 Spring Catalog and 1949, “Iris 400” Price 
List, as we have a very limited number, you must send 10c for the two. 
Deductible from order. We could not meet the demand for a free distribution. 
Many consider that the larger rhizomes are the better. These may be 
produced by heavy irrigation, feeding and wide planting. But the ones that 
start first and grow fastest are smaller, hard rhizomes as many of our 
customers have found by comparing results. Our So. Calif. grown plants are 
ready for delivery earlier and can make more growth than northern grown 
plants. 
Culture. Cover rhizomes about 1”. Full sun exposure is best. Do not 
fertilize. Rest plants 2 mo. in fall for heavy spring bloom. 
In following list, height is mentioned in inches. S. for standards or 
upright petals. F. falls or lower petals. 
So. Calif. customers are invited to visit our field about April to June and- 
make selections from those in bloom. Blooming date varies because the 
weather varies. If you file a self addressed post card we will notify you at 
the best time. 
Airy Dream. 42”. Ruffled orchid pink. 40c. 
Aldura. 30”. Blue and white plicata. Best. $1.00. 
Arctic. 40”. Creamy white, golden throat. 75c. 
Buechley Giant. Very tall, massive, perfect form, blue fls. 25c. 
Cheerio. S. lustrous tan. F. brilliant velvety red. 40c. 
Chief Poking Fire. 34”. Red brown velvet. $1.50. 
China Lady. 38”. Glistening ivory. $1.00. 
China Maid. 48”. Blend of pink, gold bronze and rosy lilac. 50c. 
Dauntless. Fine, tall red self. 35c. 
Extravaganza. S. cream. F. white, edged copper red. Sensational. $6.00. 
Fashion Plate. 36”. Edges crocus lavender paling to center. $4.50. 
Franconia. Gigantic white. Perfect form. $3.50. 
Gen. MacArthur. 36”. Very large, creamy white. $1.00. 
Golden Cataract. Deep golden yellow. Nearest everblooming. 35c. 
Grand Marshal. 42”. Metallic gold color. $1.50. 
Happy Days. Largest, tallest, best yellow. 40c. 
King Juba. Tall. Golden standards. Velvet red falls. 45c. 
L. Merton Gage. 40”. Raspberry pink, cream yellow blend. $1.00. 
Los Angeles. Tall, large plicata. Snow white, edged blue. 25c. 
Mabel Taft. Giant, blue bicolor. 25c. 
Persia. Bright blue, smoky blue blend. Persian rug color. Fragrant. 35c. 
Purissima. A perfect white. Gigantic fls. 25c. 
Red Dominion. Deep red. One of best reds. 45c. 
San Francisco. 44”. Giant plicata. Lav. and white. Dykes Med. 25c. 
Theme. Unusual blend. S. bronze gray and lav. F. bronze tan and petunia 
violet. Fragrant. 50c. 
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