ENGLISH IRIS 
(Bulbous) 
This magnifiicent mixture of bulbous English Iris has been 
developed at our nurseries, and contains all the choicest va- 
rieties which can possibly be had in these fine Iris. The English 
Iris are a bulbous Iris which bloom in our latitude about the 
early part of July, and come after all other bulbous Iris. 
They should be planted as soon after receiving them as pos 
sible for best results. They prefer the more moist and heavier 
soils, and should have good drainage. The blooms of the 
English Iris are considered to be the finest of any in the Iris 
class, and each individual bloom is strikingly beautiful, and as 
cut flowers they are unsurpassed. We are offering them in a 
fine mixture of colors. 
$1.50 per doz. $11.00 per 100 
IRIS RETICULATA 
(Bulbous) 
This lovely species is one of the treasures of the garden or rock 
garden. It can be described as a small form of the Dutch Iris, or Spanish 
Iris. Its main value lies in the fact that it can 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 blooms 
remind one of a bunch of fresh Violets. Perfectly hardy with reasonable 
protection. It is one of the loveliest early flowering bulbs for the rockery. 
$1.65 per doz. $12.00 per 100 
Dutch Iris 
DUTCH IRIS cuts 
A new and early flowering race coming into bloom just after the Tulips are gone. The 
flowers are large, resembling Orchids, and are distinctive and brilliant in color. Flowers of 
heavy texture and when cut have wonderful keeping qualities. Bulbs should be planted in the 
fall, 5 inches deep, on well drained soil, with a light protection after freezing weather sets in. 
Offered at new low prices. Dor 
IMPERATOR. 28 inches. Rich dark blue with a distinct yellow blotch; very 
lareee mince ete esis: Saat depen Aare saat Oe Ae eee ae ete . $0.90 
GOLDEN HARVEST. 28 inches. New. Lovely pure deep yellow .........---- 95 
WHITE EXCELSIOR. 22 inches. Uniform pure white falls, very broad; of good : 
form and substance ...... Be taverns at i-a Re dade ones een eres Ae rune teens Plas aioe dO 0 
MIXED DUTCH IRIS. All colors mixed ..............5+++.--. Sete war 2290 
IRIS “SHILKA” cesrer ts 
The graceful filigree of the branches of these Vesper Iris is studded with from one to two hundred 
jewel-like flowers, truly a mammoth bouquet. The delicately colored blossoms, which at a distance re- 
vary in color, 
and orange 
uring July and 
August when flowers are scarce. Vespers resist both severe cold and intense heat with impunity. 
semble a multitude of gorgeous butterflies at rest with motionless outstretched wings, 
including such hues as translucent lavender with markings of mahogany, lemon, copper 
brown. The Shilka Iris, which are exceedingly easy to grow, bloom for a month d 
the first in your locality to grow this unique Iris. 
$1.50 per 6 $2.75 per doz. 
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$6.00 
6.50 
6.50 
6.00 
English Iris 
