Dris Kaemp feri 
RAINBOW IRIS 
The ancient poets called their Iris, Ground Rainbows; also Children 
of the Gods. A promise from them that beauty on earth would ever be. 
‘The finest of all their varieties is the Kaempferi which we offer you in 
a wide choice of colors. Not the least of their fine points is the grace- 
ful foliage. A thing of beauty after the blooms are past. 
Planted in a mass, or as a border, they are ideal. A few edging a 
reflecting pool or stream, is something to remember. No matter how 
fine your Iris collection may be, not to have these is to deprive yourself 
of something that will make it complete. 
CULTURE. Late plantings should be protected by a light covering 
of straw or leaves after the ground is permanently frozen to prevent 
roots from being heaved out of the ground by frost. Plant in spring 
or September and October. Avoid all lime. 
Blue Bird Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Beautifully formed flower; rich uniform biue. 
Blue Giant Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
A lovely variety and one of the latest to bloom. The single petals 
measure 9 inches across and its soft deep blue color makes it as beau- 
tiful as it is large. Perfect for mass planting. 
Caroline G. Childs Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
A choice variety; single, white petals veined blue-violet; standards blue 
and white. Height 32 inches. 
Columbia Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
Double. Blue with pure white veins, yellow center; a striking variety. 
Dominator Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Single. Rich tndigo-blue with narrow white stripes and lighter center. 
One of the finest and richest colors. 
Eleanor Parry Each 75c, Three $2.00, Doz. $6.00 
Double. Claret-purple, flaming and blue as flower ages. 
Gold Bound Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
A fine double, pure white; cream glow at the gold-banded center. 
Koko-No-Iro Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Six !arge, royal purple petals, with a yellow center, radiating into lines. 
La Favorite Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Large, fine; white freely veined blue, and a rich purple center. 
Lucia Marshall Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Fine, large double pansy-violet with white veins; center of flower is white 
with yellow spots. 
Matchless Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Large, double flowers heavily veined blue on white ground with rich 
blue blotch around yellow center. 
Melpomene Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Soft blue, double flowers of extra large size and fine substance. A late 
bloomer, of médium height, with the blooms well above the foliage. 
Mount Hood Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Double. Light blue shaded darker, bright orange center. 
Nishiki- Yama Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Large, vinous mauve double, flushed and veined white. Center of petals 
banded with mauve. A rare Iris. 
Pink Pearl Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Double. Delicate pearly pink with lilac tone. Most unusual coloring. 
Purple and Gold Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Double. Rich violet-purple with white petaloids, tipped violet. Conspicu- 
ous golden throat with bluish white rays. 
Pyramid Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
Double. Violet-purple veined white in center of each petal. 
Repsime Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
The flowers are a beautiful azure-blue and are completely double. A 
variety of exceptional merit and the last to bloom. 
Toro-Odori Each 60c, Three $1.75, Doz. $5.00 
(Dancing Tiger.) Double. Vinous purple, speckled and splashed gray. 
Poidue kind giving excellent contrast if planted with the self-colored 
varieties, 
IRIS KAEMPFERI RAINBOW COLLECTION 
of Beautiful Colors 
Few plants are as easily grown or provide as beautiful a display of 
flowers early in summer. Both form of flower as well as the coloring is 
charming, while the foliage is always graceful and ornamental. The 
collection offered is made up from some of the choicest varieties grown. 
Distinct Color Collection of 6 plants, each one labeled, for $3.00 
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Lavandula Vera 
LATHYRUS (See Vines, page 137.) 
LAVANDULA - Lavender 
An old-fashioned, fragrant, shrubby perennial, which has been grown 
for centuries in almost every garden. It has hoary leaves and bears its 
lavender-colored flowers on erect spikes in July and August. There are 
several varieties of it; the best for this country is named _ below. 
Its fragrant flowers are highly valued for drying and the use in nose- 
gays or potpourri. 
Culture. Prefers a dry, medium soil and a warm position. The best time 
to plant is in spring; fall planting is all right if plants can be well pro- 
tected. Cut back moderately in March or April. 
Vera Each 65c, Three $1.65, Doz. $5.25, 100 $25.00 
This is the true Sweet Lavender; grows about 18 inches high; delightfully 
fragrant blue flowers in July and August, which may be dried and used 
in bureau drawers for their delightful fragrance. 
FOOD FOR THOUGHT—As Well as For Your Flowers 
What your plants need is a balanced organic food, not just a stimu- 
lant. They need one containing in right amounts, those things that make 
plenty of strong roots, produce sturdy stalks, thrifty foliage and an abun- 
dance of good sized blooms. That’s exactly the kind of Plant Food we use 
at Wayside Gardens. Much of our success in growing such unfailingly 
fine plants is due to it. Turn to page 183 and get the full facts about it. 
A Planting of Iris Kaempferi 
