Onceutal Hybrid 
Tris 
Our 1951 introductions, GOLD SPOT, 
PINWHEEL, and BLACK PIRATE were 
completely sold out last year. We hope 
to be able to offer them again in 1953. 
Hampton, Ky. 
I want to thank you for the way you handled 
my recent order. It was with MIS BIVING that 1 
sent for a collection out of last year’s catalog as 
I did not have one for this year. 
Then when the order came and I found you 
had sent along the iris ““Pepper’’ graris, I just 
had to write and tell you how much I appre- 
ciated it as my budget does not permit me buy- 
ing wis in that class. 
I can hardly wait until spring to see them in 
bloom for I know from the plants they will be 
very lovely. 
Mrs. Guy Marrs 
IRIS TECTORUM AND TECTORUM ALBA 
MISCELLANEOUS 
RSIS SPEC (HES) 
The following list of uncommon species includes many lovely iris, some adapted for growing in shade under trees and some 
ideal for the ‘Tockery. Chrysographes, Delavayi and Wilsonii provide excellent mater ial for the perennial border and are most 
impressive in large clumps. The crested species are among the most charming of all iris. Dainty Cristata and the large 
flowered Tectorum delight the most discriminating gardeners. 
The plum scented Graminea and the many color forms 
of Chrysofor are most fascinating. Your rock garden will benefit by the admission of such enchanting iris at Forestii, Hya- 
cinthiana and Stylosa Angustifolia. Beauty often comes in the smallest parcels. 
CULTURE: All will thrive under ordinary garden conditions. Those in the Sibirica section including Chrysographes, De- 
lavayi, Forestii and Wilsonii are moisture lovers so must not be allowed to dry out during the summer months. Iris 
Hyacinthiana which is extremely hardy and the Stylosa varieties are quite drouth resistant and will thrive even in poor soil. 
However, the Stylosas are somewhat tender and require protections during zero temperatures. 
SHIPMENT: Spring and Fall. 
CHRYSOFOR Each .50 
Hybrids from Chrysographes and Forrestii. Various shades of 
blue and yellow. All are charming. 12-16 inches. 
CHRYSOGRAPHES (Sibirica section) Each .75; 3 for 1.50 
Brilliant dark pansy purple with gold markings. Likes mois- 
ture. 24 inches. 
CRISTATA (Evansia) Each .50 
Delightful little crested iris of light blue and gold. Sun or 
semi-shade. 4 inches. 
TRIS, CRISTATA 
SEED SPECIALTIES ARE OFFERED ON PAGE 63 
DELAVAYI (Sibirica section) Each .75; 3 for 1.50 
Varying shades of blue on white ground. Very late, bloom- 
ing with the Japanese varieties. 3-4 feet. 
DICHOTOMA (Vesper Iris) Each .50 
The comparatively small flowers bloom profusely on branched 
3 foot stems for many weeks in August and September. Color 
varies from pale to deep lavender. Easy in any soil. 
FORRESTII Each .75 
Very dainty species with grass like leaves and soft yellow 
flowers. 12 inches. 
GRACILIPES, BLUE ROSE Each 1.50 
A beautiful double form introduced in 1947 by Carl Starker. 
Color is similar to the type but established plants produce 
flowers of 30 to 40 petals, suggesting the name. 
GRAMINEA Each .75 
A fine species that blooms well in shade. Red-purple and 
violet-blue flowers. Plum fragrance. 6 inches. 
PSEUDACORUS Each .50 
Bright yellow species with splendid foliage similar to Japanese 
varieties. Thrives in boggy locations. 36 inches. 
RUTHENICA Each .75 
Dark blue purple. Like a tiny Siberian. Suitable for the 
rockery. 4 inches. 
SETOSA Each .75 
Unique species in that the standards are reduced to pinpoints. 
Comparatively large flowers in varying shades of bluish lavender 
and violet. Attractive foliage. 12-18 inches. 
STYLOSA, MARGINATA Each .75 
Large, soft lavender flowers which come into bloom at any 
time throughout the winter and early spring months. Sun. 10’’. 
STYLOSA, MARGINATA ALBA Each 1.00 
Rare and beautiful. Pure white form. 
TECTORUM (Evansia) Each .50 
The largest crested iris. Wavy lavender blue. Sun or light 
shade. 12 inches. 
WILSONII Each .75 
A larger grown up Forrestii. Rare. Looks like a yellow Si- 
berian. 30 inches. 
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