GENERAL LIST 
OF TALL 
BEARDED IRIS 
CULTURE. Tall Bearded Iris will give excellent results 
in any fertile soil with reasonable drainage and exposure 
to sunlight. Whether the soil is neutral, slightly acid or 
calcareous makes little or no difference. Plants should be 
Set out so that the rootstock (rhizome) is barely under- 
ground. If soil is dry when planting is done a thorough 
soaking 1s beneficial but after the plants become estab- 
lished they require very little moisture after blooming. 
When the plants become too crowded or decrease in their 
flowering, division is likely necessary. Bearded iris will 
grow but not bloom properly in a shaded location. 
SHIPMENT. From July 15 to December 1. 
Illustrated at Right: 
PINK CAMEO 
SHARKSKIN 
GREAT LAKES 
OLA KALA 
ELMOHR 
ALADDIN’S WISH (Murawska 1945) Each 2.00; 3 for 5.00 
Large porcelain blue brushed white. Color pattern is similar 
to some of the Japanese iris. 
ALASTOR (Spendor 1940) Each .60; 3 for 1.25 
Very bright and pretty cyclamen pink with orange beard. 
ALDURA (Larsen 1942) Each 1.00 
A magnificent blue and white plicata of huge size and distinc- 
tive form. We think Aldura and Blue Shimmer are about tops 
in their color class. 
ALPINE GLOW (Kleinsorge 1945) Each 1.50; 3 for 3.00 
A most pleasing blend of soft rose and lilac. 
AMIGO (Williamson 1934) Each .50; 3 for 1.00 
The color contrast makes this one of our most attractive and 
popular varieties. Light blue standards and rich pansy purple 
falls. Every iris garden should have Amigo. Not a tall variety. 
ANITRA (H. Sass 1936) Each .40; 3 for .85 
Beautiful silvery sky blue self of large size and fine form. 
ARAB CHIEF (Whiting 1944) Each 1.00 
Of brilliant and richest color this outstanding variety has won 
great favor everywhere. A near self of burnt orange. Large 
flowers and good growing habits. 
ARCTIC (Kleinsorge 1940) Each .50; 3 for 1.00 
A tall handsome variety with creamy white flowers enhanced 
by a bright yellow area throughout the centers. 
AZURE SKIES (Pattison 1943) Each 1.00 
Lovely light silvery blue that is most appealing. Flowers are 
beautifully ruffled and the falls flare crisply. A tranquil 
beauty. 36 inches. 
THE NEW GIANT BEARDED IRIS WILL OFFER YOU THE WIDEST POSSIBLE COLOR RANGE 
BALLET GIRL (H. Sass 1935) 
An iris of much charm and most delicate color. Lovely light 
orchid pink. 
Each .50; 3 for 1.00 
BALMUNG (H. Sass 1939) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
One of the most striking yellow plicatas. Entire flower is yel- 
low with the edges of the falls and standards dotted and sanded 
brown. A fine iris in all respects. 
BANDMASTER (Hall 1944) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50 
A very large light blue iris, a few shades lighter than Great 
Lakes. A robust grower with immense foliage. 
BERKELEY GOLD (Salbach 1942) Each .75; 3 for 1.75 
This grand new yellow has gained in popularity each year 
since its introduction. Highly recommended. 
BERMUDA SAND (Hall 1939) Each 1.00; 3 for 2.00 
Large ruffled flowers of golden coffee tan. 
BLACK BANNER (Nicholls 1947) Each 1.50 
A new black iris of sleek finish and slightly flaring form. Just 
as dark as SABLE but red toned rather than violet. Very rapid 
increaser. 
BLACK FOREST (Schreiner 1945) Each 2.00 
If you desire the darkest iris on the market you need look no 
farther. This is it. The entire flower is silky blue black even to 
the beard. Medium sized blooms on 30 inch stems. 
BLUE RHYTHM (Whiting 1945) Each 3.00; 3 for 8.00 
All points considered we place this fine iris at the top of the 
medium blue class. Cornflower blue with silvery overcast com- 
bine to display a flower of appealing color and smoothest fin- 
ish. The large flowers are perfectly placed on well branched 
stems 40 inches high. 1950 Dykes Medal Winner. 
