en 
(Vesper Iris) 
The graceful filigree 
of the branches of these 
Vesper Iris is studded 
with from one to two 
hundred jewel-like flow- 
ers, truly a mammoth 
bouquet. The delicately 
colored blossoms, which 
at a distance resemble a 
multitude of gorgeous 
butterflies at rest with 
motionless outstretched 
wings, vary in color, in- 
cluding such hues as 
translucent lavender with 
markings of mahogany, 
. lemon, copper and or- 
English Iris ange-brown, The Shilka 
: Iris, which are exceed- 
ingly easy to grow, 
bloom for a month during July and August when flowers are scarce. Vesper 
Iris resist both severe cold and intense heat with impunity. Be the first in your 
locality to grow this unique Iris. $1.95 per 5; $3.50 per 10. 
ENGLISH IRIS «.» 
This magnificent mixture of bulbous English Iris has been developed at 
our nurseries, and contains all the choicest varieties which can possibly be had 
in these fine Iris. The English Iris are a bulbous Iris which bloom in our lati- 
tude about the early part of July, and come after all other bulbous Iris. They 
should be planted as soon after receiving them as possible for best results. 
es 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. $2.00 per doz.; 
$14.00 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. $1.40 per doz.; $10.00 per 100. 
DUTCH IRIS «»» 
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, in well 
drained soil, with a light protection after freezing weather 
sets in. Offered at new low prices. 
IMPERATOR. 28 inches. Rich dark blue with a 
Shilka 
Doz. 100 
distinct yellow ‘blotch; very large .......... $0.90 $6.00 Putch 
GOLDEN HARVEST. 28 inches. New. Lovely Iris 
PEMCMECEC OM YVCIIOW 92 thos os ese cee Bes : £9 OP) 
WHITE EXCELSIOR. 22 inches. Uniform pure 
white falls, very broad; of good form and sub- 
SUQIICE ier s) < 
: 0 
MIXED DUTCH IRIS. All cate Mixeduese |.90 6.00 
