Beautiful O@lGOUd Tees 
Inexspensive, Easy-to-Grow, Orchid-like Blooms . . . They’Ill Give 
You So Much for So Little in Cost 
DUTCH IRIS 
Often called the ‘Poor Man’s Orchid” because of their beautiful orchid-like blooms. 
the garden, for they are hardy and come back year after year. 
height is 18 to 24 inches. 
sunny locations. 
They are easily grown in 
They bloom during May and June and their average 
Bulbous Iris are much more effective when planted in groups; they prefer well-drained, 
Plant the bulbs 4 to 6 inches deep and 4 to 5 inches apart. Must be planted in the fall only. 
6 of any one of the following varieties for 75c; 12 for $1.35; 25 for $2.50 
Blue Horizon. Sky-blue. Wedgwood. Light blue. Recommended for forcing and 
C. Van Vliet. Violet-blue, orange line on falls. makes a grand show in the garden. 
Imperator. Large dark blue. White Excelsior. Large pure white, 
Yellow Queen. Pure yellow. 
Mixed. All colors. 6 for 65c; 12 for $1.10; 25 for $2.00; $6.75 per 100. 
Four lovely colors, each variety labeled 
and packed separately: 
Blue Horizon. Light blue. 
Imperator. Dark blue. 
White Excelsior. White. 
Yellow Queen. Yellow. 
OFFER No. 2F-61: 24 bulbs, 6 each of the 
above 4 varieties, $2.50. 
Saeeee No. 2F-61A: 48 bulbs, 12 of each, 
LITTLE IRIS SPECIES 
Danfordiae. A beautiful little Iris from eastern 
Asia Minor. Bright golden flowers resembling 
in form Iris reticulata, produced im early 
February. Height 3 inches. 6 for $1.75; 12 for 
$3.25. 
Reticulata. A small form of the Spanish or 
Dutch Iris. One of the treasures of the 
perennial or rock garden; may also be forced 
into bloom in the house with the greatest ease. 
Six or eight bulbs put into a 4 to 5-inch pot 
when received will bloom about Christmas 
time. The fragrant blossoms remind one of a 
bunch of fresh violets. Perfectly hardy with 
reasonable protection. 6 for 85c; 12 for $1.50; 
$9.50 per 100. 
Reticulata, Cantab. Light blue and orange. 
6 for $1.35; 12 for $2.50; 25 for $4.75. 
DUTCH IRIS 
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" ENGLISH IRIS 
ENGLISH IRIS (Anglica) 
Similar in form to Dutch and Spanish, but somewhat 
larger and a little later. They are excellent for cut flow- 
ers. They grow 18 to 24 inches tall and bloom in May 
and June. A heavy, moist soil suits them best. 
Mixed. All colors. 6 for 95c; 12 for $1.75; 25 for $3.25; 
$11.25 per 100. 
EXCITING NOVELTY 
HYBRID IRIS 
C. G. van Wieringen. Uniform deep golden yellow; 
massive falls and standards. Grows 30 inches tall. 
6 for $1.00; 12 for $1.75; 25 for $3.25. 
Golden Lion. A ruffled, golden yellow Spanish Iris. 
Very late flowering and beautifully proportioned; 
valuable for cutting. 3 for $1.00; 6 for $1.75; 12 for 
$3.25; 25 for $6.00. 
National Velvet. A new hybrid Iris of a deep, rich 
velvety violet-purple. Resembles the Dutch Iris in 
all respects except color. 3 for 85c; 6 for $1.50; 
12 for $2.85; 25 for $5.00. 
Violet Queen. Both standards and falls are of a rich 
yet soft violet or lilac. Very large flower of fine pro- 
portions, ideal for cutting. 6 for $1.00; 12 for $1.75; 
25 for $3.25. 
White Superior. A pure white Iris. 
12 for $1.75; 25 for $3.25. 
SPECIAL NOVELTY COLLECTION: 
OFFER No. 2F-62: 15 bulbs, 3 each of above 5 
varieties, $2.95. 
OFFER No. 2F-62A: 30 bulbs, 6 of each, $5.25 
6 for $1.00; 
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AMARYLLIS HYBRIDS 
To Bloom in Your House This Winter 
These potted bulbs produce magnificent blossoms with 
the least care. Potted in early winter, will bloom in six 
to eight weeks. Bulbs may be kept dormant and planted 
a week or ten days apart, to produce a succession of 
bloom all winter. In the garden plant during March, 
April and May, depending upon locality, and they will 
bloom June and July. Bulbs throw a vigorous stem 
with four to six large blooms, ranging from pure white 
with markings of rose, red and crimson to the richest 
self colors as scarlet, crimson and bright red. From 
November until April we can supply bulbs guaranteed 
to bloom. 
MAMMOTH ROYAL DUTCH HYBRIDS 
“None Better’’ 
Flowers are of mammoth size. Only a very limited 
number available. 
Royal Dark Red Shades. 
Royal Pink and Rose Shades. 
Royal Orange-Red Shades. 
Royal White with Pink Stripes. 
Royal Salmon-Pink with White Stripes. 
Royal Pure White. 
Mixed Mammoth Royal Dutch Hybrids. 
$3.00 each; any 3 for $8.50; any 6 for $15.50 
GIANT CALIFORNIA HYBRID AMARYLLIS 
A fine strain of large-flowered California-grown 
Amaryllis Hybrids. Potted from January to May will 
flower freely indoors. Grow also in the garden. 
eae $1.25 each; 3 for $3.25; 6 for $6.00; 12 for 
