The color range of this 
most beautiful native iris 
is almost endless. There 
are innumerable blues, vi- 
olets, purples, pinkish, yel- 
low and red shades. Rich 
evergreen foliage is attrac- 
tive at all times. Height 
is variable from 4 to 12 
inches. The woodland gar- 
den or any soil neutral to 
slightly acid is suitable. 
Light shade is recom- 
mended where hot, dry 
summers prevail. Innomi- 
nata blooms with the in- 
termediate and early tall 
bearded varieties. Two im- 
mense beds of this lovely 
native in full flower were 
the center of attention 
here last year. Plants are 
heavy clumps that will 
produce many flowers the 
first year. Easily grown 
from seed. See page 63. 
Each 1.00; 3 for 2.50; 
12 for 7.50 
Mixed Colors only. 
UNUSUAL Beardless IRIS 
The following list of uncommon species includes many lovely iris, some adapted for growing in shade under trees and some 
ideal for the rockery. Chrysographes, Delavayi and Paltec provide excellent material 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 as Cristata and 
the Oregon iris. Beauty often comes in the smallest parcels. 
CULTURE: All will thrive under ordinary garden conditions. Those in the Sibirica section including Chrysographes, 
Delavayi, Forestit and Wilsonti 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 protection during zero temperatures. 
SHIPMENT: Spring and Fall. 
CHRYSOFOR Each .60 
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. Picture on page 18. 
CRISTATA (Evansia) Each .60 
Delightful little crested iris of light blue and gold. Sun or 
semi-shade. 4 inches. 
DICHOTOMA (Vesper Iris) Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
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. 
DOUGLASIANA (Oregon Species) Each .75 
Large robust species and one of the easiest to grow as reports 
indicate it does very well in the East. The color is variable and 
includes many shades of blue, yellow, pink and purple. Jaunty 
slightly frilled flowers on 12 inch procumbent stems. Ever- 
green foliage, and blooms well in dense shade. 
DOUGLASIANA ALBA Each 1.50 
Beautiful pure white selection. Exceedingly rare. 
GORMANI (Oregon Species) Each .75 
The yellow tenax, and one of the loveliest of all. Found only 
in a small area of the Oregon Coast Range where the predomi- 
nating colors are cream and yellow. In addition there are also 
buff toned pinks and rose shades that are simply exquisite. 
All display a prominent gold spear on each fall and some are 
slightly veined. Grassy, deciduous. Light shade. 10 inches. 
FORRESTII Each .75 
Very dainty species with grass like leaves and soft yellow 
flowers. 12 inches. 
MISSOURIENSIS Each .75 
Eastern Oregon native preferring no moisture during summer 
months. Extremely drouth resistant and absolutely hardy. 
Varying shades of lavender blue. Sun. 12 to 15 inches. 
PALTEC Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Charming tectorum hybrid of soft lavender blue. Vigorous and 
free flowering and an ideal border subject. May. 12 inches. 
PSEUDACORUS Each .60; 3 for 1.50 
Bright yellow species with splendid foliage similar to Japanese 
varieties. Thrives in boggy locations. 36 inches. 
SETOSA Each .75 
Unique species in that the standards are reduced to pinpoints. 
Comparatively large flowers in varying shades of bluish laven- 
der and violet. Attractive foliage. 12-18 inches. 
TENAX (Oregon Species) 
Common form, .50. Finest color selections, 1.00 
Widest spread and best known of the Oregon iris and perhaps 
the easiest to grow of all. The type is generally red toned purple 
or lavender with yellow spears on falls. However, where it 
merges with Gormani intermediate shades are legion and deli- 
cate buffs, pinks, reds, coppers and blues are prevalent. Flow- 
ers are large and of splendid form. Stems are 6 inches to 10 
inches high. Deciduous. Sun or light shade. 
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