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| RARE CREATIONS OF GIANT SIZE—SUPERB COLORS AND BLENDS 
| : | BEAUTY UNSURPASSED 
We are Proud to Offer this Splendid List of New Iris. Some of them are in the American Iris Society’s 
1951 official list of 100 Most Popular Iris—others are in the Iris Hall of Fame. Do not confuse these with the 
ordinary varieties that have been in general use in gardens for a long time. 
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: Ten “DeLuxe” Iris 
XI—BLUE SHIMMER. Extremely large, elegant blooms of ivory white heavily dotted and stippled with clear 
blue. The great, full flowers are of heavy substance, and very fragrant for Iris. Probably the finest placata 
yet introduced, and outstanding in every way. Shown in color on page 8. 90c each; 3 for $2.50, postpaid. 
X2—GREAT LAKES. Immense, spreading flower of clear azure-blue; handsome foliage, and strong 4-ft. 
stalks. Famous medal winner. Everyone should have the fragrant and lovely Great Lakes. Pictured on 
‘page 8. 65c each; 3 for $1.65, postpaid. 
X3—LIGHTHOUSE. Giant size blooms of rose, yellow and copper blend, with bright beard and glowing 
center. A ae out like a beacon in any planting. See illustration on opposite page. 60c each; 3 for $1.58, 
postpai 
X4—MELANIE. Large, ruffled flowers of orchid pink, close to true pink, with as many as five open blooms 
at one time. A splendid Iris of lovely coloring. 60c each; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. 
_ X5—MULBERRY ROSE. A fitting name for a beautiful flower. Large, distinctive blooms of pinkish mulberry 
_ with brown shadings, and rich brown beard. Tall stems; well branched. See color photo on page 8. 65c 
each; 3 for $1.65, postpaid. - 
_ X6—OLA KALA. Deep, golden yellow, almost orange; beautiful, glowing, heavily ruffled blooms on well 
_ branched, 36-inch stalks. Dykes Medal Winner, and No. 1 on the Official List for two years in succession. 
_ Pictured on opposite page. 90c each; 3 for $2.50, postpaid. 
X7—PRAIRIE SUNSET. Rich blending of peach, apricot, rose, copper and gold—truly like a brilliant sunset. 
A Sass masterpiece; a Dykes medal winner. Color photo on page 8. 90c each: 3 for $2.50, postpaid. 
X8—RED GLEAM. The nearest scarlet in effect of any Iris. Large, semi-flaring flowers of velvety red with 
chestnut haze. Tall grower; free bloomer, Illustrated on opposite page. 65¢ each; 3 for $1.65, postpaid. 
XS—SNOW FLURRY. Superb, pure snow white Iris, large, flaring, heavily ruffled. Abundant blooms on 4-ft. 
stems; early and long lasting. 65c each; 3 for $1.65, postpaid. 
X10—WABASH. Clear white standards and bright purple falls; a rare color combination, and one of the 
most beautiful of all Iris. Wabash is a Dykes Medal Winner, and in the Hall of Fame. 65c each; 3 for 
$1.65, postpaid. é 
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Six Iris Stars 
SUPER IRIS for distinctive gardens. You will delight in their extraordinary beauty and color. 
ADE SPLENDOR. Very large, ruffled blooms of pink, tan and apricot blend, often as many as 
ten flowers on the extra heavy stalk. Handsome, new prize winner; blooms rather late. $2.25 each, post- 
TER 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 distinc- 
tive of all the new Iris. $1.50 each, postpaid. 
X25—MEXICO. Immense, brilliant flower, with buff golden standards and broad plushlike falls of glowing 
red-brown, slightly waved and crinkled at the edges, Blooms late. A great, new Iris that has already 
won high awards. $1.35 each, postpaid. ; 
COLQUITT. Massive white plicata, very distinctive. The broad flaring falls are banded and 
stitched at edge with wine-purple, with the same superb coloring repeated in the standards. Strong, 
husky plant; a thoroughly fine Iris. $1.25 each, postpaid. : 
‘X27—SOLID MAHOGANY. Rich, velvety, mahogany red; large blooms of handsome form and heavy tex- 
ture. This grand new crimson-red is one of the finest dark Irises of recent years, and has won top hon- 
ors. $1.85 each, postpaid. 
X28—-WHITE WEDGEWOOD. New, classic white. This large Iris has the delicacy and texture of rare porce- 
lain—soft h blue that quickly turns to white with blue flush at center, and unusual dark blue beard. 
Very lovely. $1.50 each, postpaid. 
7 fds 
X29—* STARS COMBINE *. One each of the six Iris “Stars” described above. Postpaid for only $ 
Six “Popular” Iris 
'X12—BLUE TRIUMPH. Handsome light blue Iris. Large, graceful, flaring blooms with a glossy finish. 
X14—-BUFFAWN. Attractive, large flowers of soft pinkish buff throughout with a most brilliant red-orange 
‘beard. Prolific bloomer. 
XI5—DAUNTLESS. Large flowers, well formed, and of rich rose-red tones; falls of velvety texture. 
X16—FORTUNE. Big, solid, spreading blooms of old gold overlaid with rustic red, giving an unusual glow. 
X17—INDIAN HILLS. Magnificent flowers of rich rose-purple. Should be in every garden. 
X18—NOWETA. Famous pink-toned Iris, softly touched with yellow and electric blue. Flower beautifully 
ber PRICES ON THESE SIX "POPULAR" IRIS 
(Your choice—all one kind or assorted to your liking) 
45c Each * 3 for $1.10 ok 
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Spring-and-Fall Blooming Iris 
Lovely Iris blooms in the spring—then a fine repeat in the fall. Be sure to include some in your 
planting. 
X19—AUTUMN QUEEN. Pure white dwarf of exceptional quality, and a most persistent re-bloomer. 
X20—BLACK MAGIC. Rich violet-purple, almost black. Very fine. 
X21—SANGREAL. Handsome chrome and citron yellow. Blooms profusely spring and fall. 
X22—SEPTEMBER SKIES. Beautiful reddish-purple. Free blooming. 
| PRICES ON THESE "SPRING-AND-FALL" IRIS 
(Your choice—all one kind or assorted to your liking) 
50c Each 4 for $1.50 
6 for $1.80 
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(POSTPAID) 
The New Beauty CASCADE SPLENDOR 
Free Tres 
With each IRIS order of 
$7.50 or over, we will in- 
clude without charge one 
WHITE WEDGEWOOD 
iris We recommend 
GRO-MULCH 
when planting Iris, for excellent results. 
This is offered on page 16. 
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. 
(Gay and Exciting MEXICO 
