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Bulbeus Iris 
Inexpensive, Easy-to-Grow, Orchid-like Blooms 
DUTCH IRIS 
West Coast Grown 
Often called the “Poor Man’s Orchid” because of 
their beautiful orchid-like blooms. They are easily 
grown in the garden, for they are hardy and come back 
year after year. They bloom during May and June and 
their average height is 18 to 24 inches. Bulbous Iris 
are much more effective when planted in groups; they 
prefer well-drained, sunny locations. Plant the bulbs 
4 to 6 inches deep and 4 to 5 inches apart. 
Any of the following varieties: 
12 for $1.00; $4.50 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. 
BLUE HORIZON—Sky-blue. 
IMPERATOR—Large dark blue. 
WEDGWOOD—Light blue. Recommended for forcing 
and makes a grand show in the garden. 
WHITE EXCELSIOR—Large pure white. 
YELLOW QUEEN—Pure yellow. 
MIXED—All colors. $3.75 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. 
NEWER DUTCH IRIS 
SUTTER’S GOLD—Uniform deep golden yellow; mas- 
sive falls and standards. Grows 30 inches tall. $6.50 
per 100. 
GOLDEN LION—A ruffled, golden yellow Spanish Iris. 
Very late flowering and beautifully proportioned; 
valuable for cutting. $30.00 per 100. 
NATIONAL VELVET—A new hybrid Iris of a deep, 
rich velvety violet-purple. Resembles the Dutch Iris 
in all respects except color. $6.50 per 100. 
VIOLET QUEEN—Both standards and falls are of a 
rich yet soft violet or lilac. Very large flower of fine 
proportions, ideal for cutting. $6.50 per 100. 
WHITE SUPERIOR—A pure white Iris. $6.50 per 
100. 
ENGLISH IRIS (Anglica) 
Similar in form to Dutch and Spanish, but somewhat 
larger and a little later. They are excellent for cut 
flowers. They grow 18 to 24 inches tall and bloom in 
May and June. A heavy, moist soil suits them best. 
MIXED—-All colors. $7.00 per 100; $65.00 per 1000. 
LITTLE IRIS SPECIES 
DANFORDIAE—A beautiful little Iris from eastern 
Asia Minor. Bright golden flowers resembling in 
form Iris reticulata, produced in early February. 
Height 3 inches. $30.00 per 100. 
RETICULATA—A small form of the Spanish or Dutch 
Iris. One of the treasures of the perennial or rock 
garden; may also 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 Christ- 
mas time. The fragrant blossoms remind one of a 
bunch of fresh violets. Perfectly hardy with reason- 
able protection. $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. 
