Woderu Iris 
RARE CREATIONS OF GIANT SIZE—SUPERB COLORS AND BLENDS — 
BEAUTY UNSURPASSED 
We are Proud to Offer this Splendid List of New Iris. Sixteen of them are in the American Iris Society's 
1953 official list of 100 Most Popular Iris — others are in the Iris Hall of Fame. Do not confuse these with 
the ordinary varieties that have been in general use in gardens for a long time. 
. (The Pictures on Page 8 Are About 
E | even R \°) y a | l FIS  One-Third Their Actual Size.) 
X3—AZURE SKIES. A very lovely light blue Iris. Large, ruffled blooms of pale lavender-blue, with impos- 
ing domed standards and flaring falls, centered with a beard of white. Pictured on opposite page. 80c 
_ each; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. 
_ X4—ARAB CHIEF. Brilliant blend of gold, copper and red, near to burnt orange. The large, crisply ruffled 
| blooms come late in the season, and are wonderfully colorful in any garden. This beauty is pictured 
i on page 8. 95¢ each; 3 for $2.55, postpaid. ; 
_ X5—BLUE RHYTHM. It is called the perfect blue Iris, and probably has had more honors than any other. 
Big, handsome, graceful flowers of Cornflower blue with a silvery tone and velvety finish. Strong grow- 
ing, well branched plant, 3-4 ft. tall. See color photo on page 8. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.70, postpaid. 
-X6—DAYBREAK—A huge golden pink with coppery undertones, delicate as the first flush of morn. The 
lightly ruffled blooms are well formed, and are borne on a sturdy stalk. An outstanding pink blend, and 
a medal winner. See picture on opposite page. 80c each; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. 
X7—MINNIE COLQUITT. Massive white plicata Iris, very distinctive. The broad flaring falls are banded 
and stitched at edge with wine-purple, with the same superb coloring repeating in the standards. 
Strong, husky plant; a thoroughly fine Iris that is pictured on page 8. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.70, postpaid. 
X8—OLA KALA. Deep, golden yellow, amost orange; beautiful, glowing heavily ruffled blooms on well 
branched, 36-inch stalks. Dykes Medal Winner, and No. | on the Official List several times. See color 
photo on opposite page. 75¢ each; 3 for $1.95, postpaid. 
XS—PRAIRIE SUNSET. Rich blending of peach, apricot, rose, copper and gold—like an elegant sunset. A 
- Sass masterpiece; a Dykes Medal Winner. The picture on page 8 does not do justice to this flaming 
beauty. 80c each; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. 
X10—RANGER. Almost true crimson red, deep in color but with a shining brilliancy. Standards long and 
cone shaped; flaring falls of glowing velvet. The tall, well branched plant produces many fine, extra 
ae flowers, and is one of the latest to bloom. Pictured on opposite page. 95c each; 3 for $2.55, post- 
paid. 
X11—SABLE. Another grand Iris in the Hall of Fame. Almost black —rich, shiny, blue-black-violet, with 
blue beard, and uncommonly brilliant for so deep a color. Good size blooms of heavy substance; tall 
strong stalks. Note color photo on opposite page. 60c each; 3 for $1.50, postpaid. 
X12—SOLID MAHOGANY. Rich, velvety, mahogany red; large blooms of handsome form and heavy tex- 
ture. This grand new crimson-red is one of the finest dark Irises of recent yéars, and has won top 
honors. See picture on page 8. $1.00 each; 3 for $2.70, postpaid. 
X14—THREE OAKS. Massive blooms of deep rose pink blended with copper, with a pronounced blue blaze 
in the center of the falls. Tall branched stems; long blooming period. A winner of many honors; a color 
With each IRIS order of 
$7.00 or over, we will in- 
clude without charge one 
sparkling barat MOHR 
LADY MOHR 
ion i - Z A X33—LADY MOHR. Giant size flowers of unusual and delightful 
sensation in any garden, See color photo on opposite page. 80c each; 3 for $2.10, postpaid. Gelorings: Sigadardstabe coyblers whites delicdielyraniadinchia 
= ° | O \\ S t ‘1 SUPER IRIS for distinctive gardens. You will the falls are pale chartreuse or greenish yellow with promi- 
ive ris ars delight in their extraordinary beauty and color. nent veining, with a dark patch of red-violet surrounding the 
X16—BRYCE CANYON. As brilliant and awe-inspiring as famous Bryce Canyon, for which it was named. beard. Tall, strong stems, and an excellent performer in every 
On strong, 3-ft. stems are borne the huge, shapely flowers of distinctive henna-copper with bronze yel- way. Winner of many awards, and stands sixth in the year's 
low beard. Winner of many awards, and still close to the top in the year's list of 100 most popular Iris. list of 100 most popular Iris. Pictured above. $1.00 each, post- 
$1.50 each, postpaid. paid. 
_X17—CASA MORENA. Extra large flowers of deep, glistening reddish-coppery-brown; orange beard, Not 
a novelty, but a brilliant new tone-color for your Iris border. Hardy, free blooming; height 28 inches. A 
great flower and a great medal winner. $1.50. each, postpaid. 
_ XI8—CASCADE SPLENDOR. Immense, ruffled blooms of pink, tan and apricot: blend, often as many as ten 
flowers on the extra heavy stalk. Handsome, new prize winner. Blooms rather late. $1.50 each, postpaid. 
_X19—FIRECRACKER, A gorgeous Iris—rich yellow background with a broad shading and dotting of glow- 
_ ing burgundy-red. Large blooms of good substance are carried on stout 32-inch stems. Well named, it is 
one of the flashiest flowers in any garden. $1.85 each, postpaid. 2 3 
X20—HELEN McGREGOR. This Dykes Medal Winner is proclaimed one of the best of all new Iris. Clear, 
pale, uniform blue; large, rounded, ruffled flowers of handsome form are well spaced on nice stems. 
Truly a “Light Blue Star.” $1.85 each, postpaid. 
X21—"STARS COMBINE”. One each of the five Iris “Stars” described above. $700 
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Five ‘Popular’ Iris 
X22—BLUE SHIMMER. Beautiful large blooms of ivory white heavily dotted and stippled with blue. One 
of the best of the plicatas, and very fragrant for Iris. 
X23—FORTUNE, Old gold with a flush of rustic-red; large, spreading bloom. Rich and lovely in the garden 
or in bouquets. 
X24—INDIAN HILLS. Giant size flowers of rich, true purple. Should be in every garden. Strong grower; free 
bloomer. 
X25—MELANIE. Large, ruffled flowers of orchid pink, close to true pink, with as many as five open blooms 
at one time. A splendid Iris of lovely coloring. : 
X26—ROSY WINGS. Soft rose red flowers with a touch of copper; bright orange beard. A Dykes Medal 
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eee PRICES ON THESE FIVE "POPULAR" IRIS 
(Your choice—all one kind or assorted to your liking) | (POSTPAID) 
48c each * 3 for $1.20 * 5 for $1.75 
Spring-and-Fall Blooming Iris 
Lovely Iris blooms in the spring—then a fine repeat in the fall. Be sure to include some in your planting. 
X27—AUTUMN FROST. New, frosty white, with gold veining at the throat. 
X28—AUTUMN KING. Large, striking, blue-purple bi-color of fine form and color. 
X29—-GOLDEN HARVEST. Handsome soft yellow with blue tone at base. 
X30—SEPTEMBER SKIES. Beautiful reddish-purple. Free blooming. 
PRICES ON THESE "SPRING-AND-FALL" IRIS 
50c Each * 4 for $1.60 
(POSTPAID) 
Ferris’ Iris Are Strong And Healthy — So Easy To Grow! 
5 i LL DRAINED soil in a sunny location, barely covering the roots with soil — 12 to 18 
inch ean peOE CER ERR oe le ship more safely and plant more successfully before their new growth starts. 
